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By Jackie LieuwenHouston Today

Canfor says the pending drop in timber harvest won’t substantially impact operation in Houston.

“Canfor believes we have suf� cient sources of � bre (timber) to maintain the long-term viability of our

assets in Houston,” said Carl vanderMark, Canfor Operations Manager of Houston Fibre.

“The reduction is in line with what we were expecting.”

VanderMark says they are also well positioned to deal with the additional drop in harvest in 2020.

More than 500 people are employed by Houston Canfor

and its logging contractors, and they recently completed a

major upgrade to the planer mill.

“Canfor’s facilities and woodlands operations in Houston are very cost effective,” vanderMark said.

“We are con� dent that our competitiveness will enable us to maintain our operations over the long term.”

Timber cut to drop 26%

Canfor stable with cost effective facilities


Houston’s timber harvest is being cutback 26 percent over the next ten years.

H o u s t o n Councillor Jonathan Van Barneveld said it is “probably one of the better decisions that could come out.”

From now until March 2020, the annual allowable cut (AAC) is down 12 percent to 1.9 million cubic metres. Of that harvest, no more then 16 percent can be live trees.

In March 2020, the allowable cut will drop another 16 percent to 1.6 million cubic metres in the Morice Timber Supply Area (TSA).

The Morice TSA is 1.5 million hectares and runs from Babine Lake to Ootsa and Whitesail Lakes and includes Houston, Topley and Granisle.

The timber supply cutback was announced by Chief Forester Dave Peterson last week Monday.

A news release from the Ministry of Forests says the two-tiered allowable cut re� ects the results of the pine beetle epidemic.

“This two-tiered allowable annual cut provides an opportunity for licensees to continue the salvage of dead pine until the end of

its shelf life in 2020 and allows for a more gradual decrease in the cut level,” said Chief Forester Peterson.

Beetle-killed pine is worth harvesting until 2020, but after that “dead trees will have degraded to the point that they are no longer suitable for harvesting,” said the release.

That’s when the harvest level drops another 16 percent.

In October 2002, the AAC was just over 1.96 million cubic metres.

It increased in February 2008 to 2.165 million cubic metres “to recover maximum economic value and speed regeneration of forests impacted by the mountain pine beetle.”

Houston Chief A d m i n i s t r a t i v e Of� cer Michael Glavin said the District contacted the Ministry to meet with mayor and council prior to releasing the decision on the Morice harvest levels, “but they decided to release it without that consultation.”

“Two-tiered harvest level to salvage dead-pine.

““ More than 500 people are employed by Canfor and our logging contractors.”

- Carl vanderMark, Operations Manager

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Houston mayor and council will meet with the Ministry of Forests soon to discuss the

Morice Timber Supply Area and the cutback in harvest

The next annual allowable cut (AAC) determination for

the Morice TSA will be no later then 2025.

Chief Forester Peterson said in his report that

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harvest performance monitoring.”

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harvest performance does not match the partition, then I am prepared to revisit this determination sooner,” he said.

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“Once again, Houston has been forsaken”By Jackie Lieuwen

Houston Today

The Competition Bureau ruled last week that the timber rights exchange in July 2014 between Canfor and West Fraser did not “unduly restrict” the competitive market.

The process was two-fold, said Greig

Bethel, Public Affairs Of� cer with the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations.

First the “Federal C o m p e t i t i o n Bureau reviewed the transaction and decided not to take any action.”

Then the Ministry did a competition

assessment. Bethel says the

Minister can cancel the forest licences if

it’s determined that the competition in the

standing markets for timber, logs or ships is unduly restricted.

“Given the pre-existing local market dynamics, the competition assessment did not identify any additional c o m p e t i t i o n concerns,” Bethel said.

Bethel says the Minister has

advised the Mayor of Houston, the companies and First Nations of his decision.

At a meeting last Tuesday, Houston councillor Rick Lundrigan said it is a white wash.

“Once again, Houston has been forsaken,” he said.

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SearchThe B.C. cabinet has refused to ap-

point George Abbott as the next Chief Commissioner of the B.C. Treaty

Commission, leaving the position vacant as of April 1.

Cabinet ministers were tight-lipped about the reason for the sudden reversal on appointing Abbott, who was approached about the job six months ago by Aboriginal Relations Minister John Rustad.

Rustad issued a statement saying only that a search will begin for a new appointee, empha-sizing the “critical importance” of the Treaty Commission’s work towards dozens of unre-solved land claims negotiations.

Health Minister Terry Lake told Kamloops This Week that he and his colleagues are bound by cabinet con� dentiality on the reasons for the last-minute decision. Abbott’s appointment had already been approved by the federal govern-ment and the First Nations Summit, who share jurisdiction over the Treaty Commission with the province.

Outgoing Chief Commissioner Sophie Pierre, who agreed to a three-year extension of her term to keep the 20-year-old treaty talks moving ahead, praised Abbott as “a man of integrity, intelligence and extensive experience” who was prepared to make progress.

“This retraction of the Chief Commissioner selection after months of agreement, expecta-tion and reliance by other parties, raises ques-tions about B.C.’s commitment to the treaty ne-gotiation process,” Pierre said.

In recent years, Pierre criticized the B.C. gov-ernment’s emphasis on interim resource agree-ments to push mining and gas development. Fellow commissioner Dave Haggard has warned that abandoning the slow and costly treaty talks with Ottawa means going back to court on un-resolved treaties.

The of� cial silence over the sudden reversal has fuelled speculation by Abbott and others that it was due to Premier Christy Clark’s bitter-ness from the 2012 B.C. Liberal leadership con-test, where Abbott � nished third behind Clark and Kevin Falcon. Both Falcon and Abbott left politics after clashing repeatedly with Clark about the handling of the harmonized sales tax referendum and other issues.

Nearly all MLAs from former premier Gordon Campbell’s government endorsed either Falcon or Abbott in the leadership contest.

By Tom FletcherBlack Press

Music to him, noise to meAs I pulled into

the parking lot of my � lm studio, I saw the van belonging to one of the neighbouring business owners and I knew what I’d be greeted with: his loud music coming through the walls.

After � ring up my computer, I reluctantly went over to knock on the locked door of his store which was closed for the day. When he opened it I asked him to please turn down the volume. This wasn’t the � rst time I’d made this request.

“Let me hear how loud it is,” he scoffed in disbelief. “Because it’s not loud in here.”

I disagreed but I didn’t want to argue so I led him next door to my studio. Again I tried to explain that one of the reasons I rent this of� ce space is to have a quiet place to escape my rowdy house of kids, dogs and distractions.

“This isn’t loud at

all,” he declared.“Even with earplugs

in I can still hear it,” I said. He rolled his eyes. I asked him to consider wearing headphones if he wanted to listen to his songs at such a high volume.

“Why should I?” he asked. “I’m working and this is my day off.”

I told him I am working too, and this isn’t my day off. I was unable to concentrate with the muf� ed sounds of his booming stereo and heavy bass notes coming through the wall.

He said I was just going to have to live with it because he wasn’t turning it down. I told him if he didn’t stop invading my space I’d complain to the landlord. He laughed and walked out shaking his head, remarking on how I was just embarrassing myself.

A couple of hours

later he came by to say he’d changed the position of his speakers away from my wall but turned the volume and bass up and asked if it was any worse. I told him it was at the same intrusive level of noise and I remained unable to concentrate on writing.

“Well, this is your problem not mine,” he said dismissively. “You’ll have to rent a place in the mountains if you want something quiet.”

When I told him I didn’t wish to � ght he said of course I didn’t because I would just be embarrassing my-self if I complained. I informed him that I’d already emailed the landlord.

Without stat-ing his business or my location, I also shared the experience on Facebook and quickly received a vast array of solutions.

Among many, I

was encouraged to order food from every take out place in town to be delivered to his address; take a hammer over and shut his stereo off myself; and allow a group of my biggest, strongest male friends to show up at his store and inspire him to be more polite.

None of that was my style, but I liked the strategy several people recommended: turning my stereo towards his wall and playing on repeat “The Bird is the Word,” “Let it Go,” or one of the other funny songs mentioned.

“Crank it full blast and then leave,” one friend advised.

More suggestions followed and after tolerating the situation all day until he was gone, I read a comment proposing I � nd the breaker box because every box has a main breaker. Bingo. Why hadn’t I thought of that?

Our two spaces used to be undivided years prior, so the control panel in my studio actually controls the electricity in his store as well.

Apparently I have more than one option to turn what my disrespectful, arrogant and very noisy neighbour insisted was my problem alone into his problem as well. Hopefully he learns to be a considerate person so I don’t have to try any of them out.

He was certainly right about one thing. I am embarrassed - for him.


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“B.C.’s new

Auditor General for Local Government has refused to take part in a performance review of her office by a former deputy minister appointed by her supervisors.

Basia Ruta, who became Canada’s first local government spending watchdog in 2013, has been under fire in the legislature in recent weeks after producing only one report in her

first two years. For the second time in recent months, Ruta has retained her own lawyer in an effort to fend off attempts to examine her performance.

Thursday Ruta issued two more reports on municipal spending in Delta and Rossland, bringing the total to three. Her initial self-imposed target was 18 reports in the first year of operation, but she has since said she underestimated the

diversity of B.C. local governments and the job of establishing a new office.

Ruta issued a statement Thursday calling the appointment of reviewer Chris Trumpy “unlawful,” and suggesting Trumpy’s potential bias and connections to the B.C. Liberal government would undermine her i n d e p e n d e n c e . That followed a lawyer’s letter to her supervisors, the

five-member Audit Council who hired her, stating that B.C. Auditor General Carol Bellringer would be the only person impartial enough to review her.

Ruta said she is surprised the Audit Council chose Trumpy, a former deputy finance minister who now works as a consultant with former education minister George Abbott.

NDP local

government critic Selina Robinson, who initially raised the issue of Ruta’s performance in the legislature, said Premier Christy Clark’s initiative from her leadership campaign has cost more than $5 million so far, and it isn’t working.

“It’s a mess, and the trail of that mess leads directly back to the Liberal g o v e r n m e n t ’ s legislation that established the office that no one but the

premier wanted in the first place,” Robinson said.

Ruta said in an interview that she has had good cooperation from local governments in comparing local government f i n a n c i a l management, after initial objections from mayors and councillors.

The office now has “momentum” and will complete its first 18 reports by the end of this year, Ruta said.

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Local government auditor feud intensifies

By Tom FletcherBlack Press

The province’s $180 million annual subsidy to BC Ferries may go up in the future, but it won’t be reduced in the years ahead, Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n Minister Todd Stone said Wednesday.

Stone said he’s encouraged by BC Ferries Commissioner Gord Macatee’s decision to set rate increase caps of no more than 1.9 per cent for the next four years.

That’s a quarter of the rate increases that were being considered before BC Ferries cut 7,000 l o w - p e r f o r m i n g sailings from its � eet and pursued other cost-cutting measures, Stone said.

Despite those sailing cuts, which took effect in April 2014, total passenger volume on the BC Ferries � eet is up slightly in the current year. The increase on major routes is 0.64 per cent year-to-

date, which doesn’t sound like much but is substantial on the high-volume routes, Stone said.

The increase comes after a long decline in BC Ferries ridership that started with the U.S. � nancial crisis in 2008.

Stone also ruled out closing one

of the two large ferry terminals at Nanaimo, despite Macatee’s instruction to BC Ferries to explore that option. He left open the possibility that the Crofton terminal for Saltspring Island passengers could be combined with either the Nanaimo

or Duke Point terminal.

Stone said he is in discussions with the federal government to increase its subsidy to BC Ferries, which is substantially lower than East Coast ferries, and to review minimum crew requirements set by Transport Canada.

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Education Minister impressed by Houston


Minister of Education Peter Fassbender says he is impressed with the in-novation and passion of Houston teachers and students.

M i n i s t e r Fassbender visited Houston Secondary

School is a break from the Legislature last Monday.

“”I like to travel and visit as many schools as I can... I had a great opportunity to come to Houston Secondary and see some of the very innovative work they are doing with some of the trades training, and programs

like band and drama,” Fassbender said.

“I was very im-pressed.”

Fassbender says he noticed the pas-sion and dedication of band teacher Margaret Letkeman.

“It is one of the larger bands I’ve seen in a school of that size… you can just see

the quality that they are producing in their music,” he said.

He was also im-pressed to hear about the successful and unique band program, and to see students from the trades pro-gram practicing electri-cal work on a structure in the shop.

Fassbender had

lunch with student ambassadors Amalia Bergstresser, Rebecca Ells, Taylor Johnson, Brooke Solotwinski and Leilah Wiebe.

“What really im-pressed me was how engaged they are,” Fassbender said.

“They are not dis-engaged in their edu-cational journey. They are very passionate and it is reflected in the way teachers interact with them, the ability they have to explore some of their own passions and work together in collaboration with other students… And what a great program they have at a school that has a fairly small population compared to other high schools, but you would never know it by the enthu-siasm.”

HSS Principal Scott Jackson says he was proud to show Minister Fassbender around the school.

“I was mostly just proud of the innovative ways that the School District and Houston Secondary have found to provide the variety of programs that we do despite our small stu-dent population and staff,” Jackson said.

The last thing Fassbender noted was the welcome and en-gagement from school staff and students.

“I appreciate it very much,” he said.

“There are lots of really innovative things happening in schools throughout the prov-ince, and Smithers and Houston are no excep-tion.”

Minister of Education Peter Fassbender visited Houston Secondary School last Monday. He said he was very impressed by the engagement and passion he saw. Above left: Minister Fassbender and several student ambassadors visited and enjoyed a lunch made by Professional Cook students. Right: Fassbender faces questions from the Social Studies 11 class.

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Community BuilderFeaturing the stories and spirit of the local people

By Jackie LieuwenBlack Press

Houston’s new restaurant owner Raj Grewal has years of managerial experience.

Raj grew up in a small town in Punjab, India, and moved to the city of Chandigarh after � nishing school.

In Chandigarh he managed an event and wedding hall for two years.

In 2008, he came to Canada where supervised and then managed a Tim Hortons in Maple Ridge, B.C., for three years.

In 2011, Raj went back to India to marry his wife, Birpal.

They then moved to Regina, Saskatchewan, with some of Raj’s friends from the Lower Mainland. Regina was booming at the time, and he and his friends planned to open a business there.

Raj says that didn’t work out. Instead, he managed a Pizza Hut in Regina for two years.

In 2014, Raj decided to take on a business venture of his own.

“I was looking for an excuse to move back to B.C., because I love B.C. … [And] I wanted to own my own business,” he said.

A friend of his, who knew the owner of the Houston Motor Inn, suggested Houston.

“I’m ready to go anywhere if there is any business opportunity,” Raj told his friend.

In March 2014, Raj came to Houston to test the waters. He says he felt a good response from the community.

“I looked at the building, and it was huge, and it’s right on the highway!” Raj

said. “There is no East Indian restaurant

between Prince George and Terrace… And I read that this area is booming with the pipeline.”

“[I knew it was] the right opportunity for me.”

Raj and Birpal opened Majestic Restaurant in Houston in February.

He says the community response has been good.

A challenge was getting the restaurant � xed up before opening, because of the

shortage of available skilled contractors. “Other then that, it was good,” Raj

said. “I like the small community, people are

really friendly, and I really like it.” Raj hired two head cooks with

Indian background and over 10 years of experience, as well as two other cooks to help.

He says the specialty dishes for Indian cuisine are butter chicken, lamb currie, and seafood glory (a plate with salmon, shrimp, rice and mixed vegetables).

For Canadian cuisine, Chicken a la King is the big hit.

When they � rst opened, they started at noon, but last week the restaurant extended their hours and added an all-day breakfast menu.

He employs � ve local, part-time servers. In the future, Raj wants to install TVs

for sports fans, and open the bar. “I grew up in a small town… and I like

this community,” Raj said.“We plan to stay here if things work

out well for us.”

Restaurant owner has big plans


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Maintaining a healthy and strong financial institution is only one part of our mission. Our strong financial results have allowed us to build a very strong capital base. In addition to the patronage dollars ($598,439 in 2014) that we distribute in our communities, we also distributed over $220,000 in community support, economic development and marketing funds to community groups, individuals, and associations within our service areas. Bulkley Valley Credit Union’s Board of Directors has committed $100,000 over 5 years to the Upper Skeena Recreation Centre, for the Heart of the Hazeltons’ project.

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I sat down in the cab of a Back Hoe. Cindy, my instructor and a student in the Heavy Equipment Operator program at NWCC, gave me a complete overview of the controls and ensured that I was buckled in before putting me to work. “You gotta move that pile of earth there, and load it into that dump truck there….you got it?” I am already confused by all the con-trols. “Errr.. no problem,” I say, but I’m not sounding overly con� dent. “Just take your time” says Cindy, “there’s no rush.” But in moments I’ve already managed to nearly turn the machine over and Cindy is not looking very impressed. “OK” she says with a sigh, “let’s try it again and this time, less gas!”

We are sitting in the trade’s simulator trailer parked at the Northwest Community College, Houston Campus. Cindy Heidt, who volunteered to show me the ropes is not only being very pa-tient, but she is doing a great job of helping the newbie get to grips with being a heavy equipment operator in the 21st century. “We have a variety of machines here” says Cindy, “everything from Bull Dozers and Excavators all the way up to the massive heavy hauler rock trucks like the Caterpiller 797, with its payload of up to 400 tons, right here in this trailer!”

As Cindy resets the program so that I can try again, I have the chance to re� ect on how far trades training has come in the last few years. “The Simulator represents the frontline of training develop-ment,” says Kevin Jeffery, Trades Coordinator for Northwest Community College. “From an

educational perspective, the train-ing potential offered through simulators is huge. Updates can be loaded to ensure that our students are training on the most up to date equipment in a variety of road building, mining and construction environments. And the students get to push the vehicles to the limit, exploring each machines capabili-ties to the max.”

Whilst simulators represent a signi� cant investment for NWCC, there is no doubt that the accessi-bility of simulator training means that thousands of students have the opportunity to gain an insight into heavy equipment occupations, and with many company’s using simulators for their own assess-ment needs, the compatibility be-tween NWCC’s Heavy Equipment

Operator program and the work place is becoming more and more relevant. So much so, that students like Ivan Lokken and Cindy Heidt take every available opportunity to practice on each piece of equip-ment. “It’s not a kid’s video game” says Ivan, as he settles himself into the console beside me. “We are learning to push these programs to the limit whilst getting to grips with each vehicle’s handling char-acteristics and the � ne motor skills required to drive them. No one is pretending that this is precisely the same as driving the real deal, but it’s pretty close. The view we have on the monitors and all of the con-trols are exactly the same as if I

were sitting in a real cab allowing me to not only build hours and ex-perience, but also build up my con-� dence. It’s going to be a lot easier to make the transition onto an ac-tual piece of heavy equipment now that I have had this training.”

“OK” says Cindy “are you ready to try this again?” The pro-gram is now up and running on the screen in front of me. “Remember” says Cindy, “It takes concentration and a lot of practice so take your time. You are going to � nd it hard-er ‘cause you’re a guy but stick with it and you should be OK!”

I slam my foot down hard on the brake and the excavator rocks awkwardly, like a tall ship in heavy seas. “What do you mean by that?” I demand.

“Oh, nothing” Cindy says knowingly whilst watching my sim-ulator screen rock back and forth “it’s just that women make better drivers than men and we are start-ing to play a much bigger part in the workforce. In fact, many com-panies like to hire female opera-tors because as you can see, we are much easier on the machines!”

There is a brief silence and then Ivan glances across at me from the next seat. “It’s a brave new world,” he says “we’d better strap in. I think today is going to be a bumpy ride!”

The simulators represent about 30% of the four-week Foundations Level One Heavy Equipment Operator Program. The students also study mechanics, electrics, hydraulics, safety and gain a range of indus-try related tickets such as Traf� c Control Flagging and First Aid. If you would like to � nd out about oth-er exciting programs, please contact an NWCC Educational Advisor at 250 845 7266.

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pretty close. - Ivan Lokken, student


District of HoustonNewsletter ~ March 25th, 2015 edition

Where the welcome is warm and the

wilderness beckons!

Website: www.houston.caPlease visit the website for info on:• Council Meeting Agendas• Pool Schedule• Arena Schedule• Important Public Notices• Tenders & Job Opportunities• Lost Dogs

Municipal Of� ce HoursThe Municipal Office located at

3367 – 12th Street is openMonday to Friday,

8:00 am to 5:00 pm(closed on statutory holidays)

Email: [email protected] Phone: 250-845-2238 Fax: 250-845-3429

For Public Works Emergencies

(example: water main break)Call the Municipal Office

@ 250-845-2238 for a recordedmessage with the contact number

of the person on call.

Pool & Gym Phone: 250-845-7420 Email: [email protected]

Arena Phone: 250-845-7432

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Phone: 250-845-2256email: [email protected]

Website:http://houston.bclibrary.ca

Houston Public Library

Murder Mystery Party: (for kids) Wednesday, April 8th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Community Market: Thursday, April 16th from3:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Mark Zagwyn Photography: Friday,April 17th from noon to 4:30 p.m.

After School Games Day: (for kids 8 to 12) Thursday, April 23rd from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

NID Craft Flower Pot Painting: for kids ages 6 and up – Friday April, 24th from 1:00 to 3 p.m.

Lego Day: (for kids 8 to 12) Thursday, April 30th from2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Book Club – Thursday, April 23rd from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

The library will be closed for the Easter Long Weekend

April 3, 4, 5 & 6.

Burning PermitsRequired

All open burning within the District of Houston requires a Burning Permit all year round. To obtain a permit contact the

Fire Department at 250-845-2250

Upcoming Council Meetings:Tuesday, April 7, 2015Tuesday, April 21, 2015The above meetings are held at 7:00pmin Council Chambers, 3367 – 12th Street.

The Agendas can be viewed on the District’s website: www.houston.ca

Spring Break Hours (March 28th - April 12th)

Closed: Friday, April 3rd and Monday, April 6th

Sun/Sat: 11:00am-6:00pmMon/Wed/Fri: 6:00am-8:00pmTues/Thurs: 10:00am-8:00pm

Spring Break Swim LessonsRanger Patrol:Date: April 7-10 (Tues-Fri)Time: 2:00pm-4:30pmAges: 8-12Price: $65.00

Leisure Facility ProgramsSpring Break Swim Lessons Schedule: March 30th - April 10th (Mon-Fri) 8 classes Level Time Price (Resident/Non) Star� sh, Duck, Sea Turtle 12:30-1:00pm $35.20/$44.00 Sea Otter 10:00-10:30am $35.20/$44.00 Salamander 10:00-10:30am $35.20/$44.00 Sun� sh 11:00-11:30am $35.20/$44.00 Crocodile / Whale 11:00-11:30am $35.20/$44.00 SK 1/2 10:30-11:00am $35.20/$44.00 SK 3/4 10:30-11:00am $35.20/$44.00 SK 5/6 11:00-11:45am $40.00/$50.00 SK 7/8 11:45-12:30pm $40.00/$50.00 SK 9/10 11:30-12:30pm $44.00/$55.00

The District of Houston has established a Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel to receive any complaints regarding parcel frontage taxes for both the water and sanitary sewer systems.

The parcel tax rolls for these services may be inspected from March 11, 2015 to March 27, 2015 at the District of Houston Municipal Offi ce at 3367 12th Street, Houston, BC during regular offi ce hours, 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.

In order for a complaint to be heard, it must be received in writing by 5:00 pm March 27, 2015. A person who owns a parcel included on the parcel tax

roll may submit a written complaint in regard to: a) the names or address of the owners of land b) the taxable frontage of a parcel c) the inclusion or exemption of a parcelIf any complaints are received, the Parcel Tax Roll

Review Panel will consider the written complaints received by the deadline.

Further information can be obtained by phoning William Wallace, Director of Finance and Collector for the District of Houston at 250-845-2238 or by visiting the District of Houston offi ce during regular offi ce hours.

Parcel Tax Roll Utility Billings1st quarterly utility billings for 2015 will be sent out April 1st.

Canada Day Celebration

The District of Houston will be celebrating its Canada Day Celebrations July 1, 2015 at Jamie Baxter Park. Any organizations or groups wishing to participate in volunteering to make this event a huge success for Houston, please contact Ryan Coltura, Director of Leisure Services at [email protected].

Bronze Camp - Pre-requisites: Bronze Star or 13 years old by last day of courseBronze Medallion/Cross teaches the four components of water rescue education - judgement, knowledge, skill and � tness. Rescuers learn self rescue techniques, defence and release methods, and tows and carries in preparation for challenging rescues involving conscious victims of various types. Lifesavers develop stroke ef� ciency and endurance in a timed swim. Bronze Cross is also worth 2 Grade 11 High School Credits.

Ranger Patrol - Pre-requisites: 8-12 years old, ability to swim 25 meters, Ability to tread water for 1 minute. Ranger Patrol features continued stroke development and personal � tness, assessment of unconscious breathing patient requiring EMS, treatment of choking and an introduction to in-water rescue techniques.

Life Saving Instructor - Pre-requisites: 16+ years old, Bronze CrossA Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) is trained to teach and evaluate the Canadian Swim Patrol program, Bronze pro-grams, Fitness, and a variety of specialized lifesaving programs (ie Lifesaving for Lay Rescuers). Candidates are trained in aspects of learning as well as various approaches required to teach water rescue, � rst aid and related aquatic skills. Candidates also learn about long-range/short term planning, class management, safety, supervi-sion and the principles of evaluation. LSI is the base for all other instructor certi� cations.

Junior Lifeguard Club - Pre-requisites: 8-12 years old, ability to swim 25 meters, Ability to tread water for 1 minute. Kids learn attitudes and skills that could one day save a life - their life, or someone else’s. The Junior Lifeguard Club (JLC) is designed to let kids participate in activities similar to those of real lifeguards in a safe, fun and controlled setting. But just as important, kids experience teamwork and a sense of belonging. They become part of a club, the Junior Lifeguard Club.

Standard First Aid - pre-requisites noneSFA is the most comprehensive � rst aid training program fro the general public and is a prerequisite for the National Lifeguard program. Standard First Aid trains rescuers in skills and knowledge needed to assess and provide basic life support to patients with airway, breathing or circulatory emergencies as well as how to man-age medical, musculoskeletal and environmental emergencies. This course includes CPR-C.

March 29-April 2Sun-Thur 9:00-5:30pm$273.00

May 1-3Fri 3:30-8:30pmSat & Sun 9:00am-7:00pm$266.00

May 6-June 24Wed 3:30-5:00pm$40.00

May 23 & 24Sat & Sun 9:00am-6:00pm$120.00

April 7-10Tues-Fri 2:00-4:30pm$65.00

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Soon we will be celebrating the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, who because of his great love for us, some 2000 years ago voluntarily suffered and bled and died a cruel death on a Roman cross for the sins of everyone who would believe and trust in him. The wonderful part of this historical event is that he did not remain dead. He rose from the dead on the third day proving that he is the Creator and the author of life. Death could not keep him in the grave. The reason he died was to pay the death penalty for and to give life to those who otherwise had absolutely no hope.

Some prepare for this celebration during a time called Lent, which starts about 7 weeks before Resurrection Sunday. This is a time when some fast or do without something, possibly to remind them of Jesus or to show their thankfulness to Jesus for what he has done for them.

Sometimes these events become traditions which people do without thinking of what we are really doing it for. Motives become confused and it becomes more of an outward thing than something happening in our heart. When traditions supplant the working of the God’s Holy Spirit in our hearts, we focus on our outward actions without dealing with the more important motives of our heart.

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As we approach this time of celebration, may we allow the Spirit of God to reveal the true condition and motivations of our hearts; in our deepest, innermost being. Only then will we have the proper motives for our actions. Then we will truly have something to celebrate, because we will have the life of Jesus Christ living in and through us! As we surrender to his supremacy, we will experience and share the peace, love and joy that only he can produce in us. This is God’s will for our lives, this is true fasting!

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Drastic decline in Leisure Facility useBy Jackie Lieuwen

Houston Today

Public use of the Houston Leisure Facility is steadily decreasing.

District revenue in the last � ve months is down 24 percent, and is $20,121 less than two years ago.

Total revenue from the Leisure Facility between October 2012 and February 2013 was $83,315.

Total revenue between October 2014 and February 2015 was $63,194.

Houston council brie� y discussed the decline at a meet last Tuesday.

Looking at the statistics from February, Councillor John Siebenga

said “boy, they sure dropped from 2013. Is there any explanation?”

Director of Leisure Services Ryan Coltura says they are still trying to assess where the drop is coming from.

Coltura said part of it is because of the closure of Houston

Forest Products last May.

“With the shutdown of the sawmill and the uncertainty around that, we did notice a reduction in services at that time,” he said.

“Part of it is due to how the statistics are entered into the system. We have seen

some changes from year to year with the transition of people, but that is one thing we are trying to address to make sure we are consistent.

“The other big thing to realize is that from 2014 to 2015, we have seen a reduction in hours the facility is operating.

“In 2014, we have also seen a number of pool closures, due to the pseudomonas bacteria… We have lost customers as a result of that, so we are actively trying to bring people back.”

“We still don’t have a very clear picture as to exactly why the usage has dropped.”


Houston Leisure Facility use has been dropping steadily in the last five months. The above chart shows the District of Houston revenue from the facility, comparing month to month over the last three years.


Houston is taking over management of its own soccer program.

Previously run

out of Smithers, the Bulkley Valley Soccer Society (BVSS) is now giving Houston its own board and budget.

This is “very positive,” said soccer

Mom and 13-year volunteer Ruby Kenzle.

“It was time that Houston take care of itself. It only made sense that we have our own Houston board to deal with Houston soccer. We are under the umbrella of the Smithers BV Soccer, which is fantastic be-cause they organize all the tournaments and all the league games.”

The new BVSS president is Jacqueline Malkinson, vice-president is Kristine Goold, secretary is Jana Rose and

treasurer is Jacky Hielema-King.

The Houston

board will oversee Houston funds and � eld development, and will need lots of volunteers.

Kenzle says Houston starts off

this year with new equipment and good-quality or brand-new jerseys.

“For the average person who puts their kid in soccer, nothing is going to change,” Kenzle said.

“The only thing that will change for them is that they can register online.”

Open for kids ages � ve to 18, the BVSS soccer runs its season from early May to late June.

The deadline to register is March 28. To register online go to www.bvsoccer.ca.

Houston board to manage local soccer

““It is very positive,”

- Ruby Kenzle

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Thank you for your helpGerry Derksen just recently has lost his home, due to a fire in his apartment building. His ground floor apartment has been renovated for all of his medical equipment and needs. Due to the fire, his house is no longer accessible or livable. We are trying to help fundraise for him. He has since been relocated to a motel, but is now unsure of where he will live. We have a trust account set up at Bulkley Valley Credit Union, located here in Houston. Any help would be appreciated. As many of you know, Gerry was a long time resident of Houston, before his accident and then relocated to Coquitlam, for better medical assistance.Gerry, and his family would like to thank everyone for all the help.

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Houston council is lobbying for more staff in the Houston Ministry of Forests of-� ce.

Mayor Shane Brienen sent a let-ter March 6 to the Executive Director of the Integrated Resource Operations Division of the Government of BC, Mary Sue Maloughney.

In the letter, Brienen said the Compliance & Enforcement (C&E) staff in Houston has dropped from � ve peo-ple to one since 2003.

“Houston has the largest harvesting op-erations in northwest BC, and while our li-cencees continue to operate within their legislative framework,

we feel that retaining and increasing C&E staff in the Houston of� ce would be a bene-� t to the Province and our community.”

Brienen said the District views the centralization of C&E staff away from the majority of the timber harvest area seems contrary to the mandate of the C&E Branch.

“The District of Houston would like a � rm and long-term commitment from the Ministry and C&E Branch to retain the current C&E staf� ng levels in the Houston of� ce,” he said.

“A d d i t i o n a l l y, please outline any plans to replace the staff the community has lost since 2003.”

The letter was sent to Victoria March 6.

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Due to the Easter Holiday the deadlines for the April 8th paper will be

Thursday, April 2nd at 10:00amOur office will be closed on Good Friday, April 3rd


Brian Monroe Faulk passed away on March 12, 2015, surrounded by family, after a short hard battle with pancreatic cancer.

Brian was born in Lethbridge Alberta to Evelyn and Monore Faulk on December 6, 1958. Bri-an’s family moved to the Bulkley Valley in the fall of 1962. The Valley was his home for the next 54 years except for brief periods of time in Lethbridge, Prince Rupert, and Campbell River.

Brian did periods of employment as a mill worker, carpenter, deckhand, and as a silvaculturist. After a massive heart attack in 2007 Brian spent time on his chief interests of animal rescue, derby car building, and major tinkering with any number of crafts that entailed working with his hands.

Brian loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing were his passions. Electronics and music also were significant interests. Brian was a true and faithful friend to many.

He is survived by his two children, Angela (Scott McKimm), Jessica (James Jenson); five grandchil-dren Faith, Cole, Justin, Isabella, and Steven; moth-er Evelyn Atkinson (John); brother Jeffrey (Lou); sister Brenda (Harry) and nieces and nephews. Bri-an is pre-deceased by his father Monroe and niece Kimberly.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made “in trust” to the Respite and Palliative Care Unit of the Houston Health Centre through the Bulkley Valley Credit Union.

Condolences may be offered atwww.raschraderfuneralhome.com

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YARD/WAREHOUSE WORKER

We are a growing, progressive and well respected carrier specializing in the transportation of perishable and dry freight, since 1957. We are currently looking for an individual to support our Founding Values for future success at our Coquitlam Terminal. We are currently looking for F/T Company Town & Highway Drivers. Requires a Class 1 license with 6 -12 months of previous driving experience required. Consistent hours and start times.

We offer competitive wages with group benefits and a group RRSP plan.

Fax Resume & abstract to (1)604-472-2136 or email to: [email protected]

HUNTING GUIDE/ PACKERSkeena Air Guides seeks experienced

un ain un in uide r re e in ca p Seas na da uidin packin

mountain goat experience a must.

Please apply to [email protected] or fax 250.847.2909

Smithers, BC

Place of Worship Information Help Wanted Help Wanted

HOUSTON & AREA CHURCH

DIRECTORY

Houston Fellowship

Baptist Church3790 C.R. Matthews Rd.

Pastor: Larry Ballantyne

Sunday School: 9:45AMChurch Service: 11:00AM

Everyone Welcome!Phone: 250-845-7810

Houston Canadian

Reformed ChurchSUNDAY SERVICES: 10:00 AM & 2:30 PM

Pastor Carl VanDam [email protected]

Offi ce Phone: 250-845-3441~ Everyone Welcome ~

3797 Omineca Way, Box 36, Houston, BC

Houston ChristianReformed Church

1959 Goold St., Box 6,Houston 250-845-7578

Pastor MartinVellekoop

~ Everyone Welcome! ~

Services: 10:00 am& 3:00 pm

HOUSTON PENTECOSTAL

CHURCH2024 Riverbank Drive,

Box 597, HoustonPhone: 250-845-2678

Pastor: Mike McIntyre

Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 amSunday Prayer Meeting: 7:00 pmSunday School: During the Service

Everyone Welcome

Anglican Churchof St. Clement

2324 Butler Ave., Box 599, Houston, BC

Rev. Jacob WorleyPhone: 250-845-4940

Services at:2:00pm Sundays

Guru Nanak Sikh

Temple AssociationSantokh Singh

Manhas 250-845-2705

Houston, B.C. V0J lZ0

Houston United Church2106 Butler Ave

SERVICES: Sundays at 11a.m.(Kids Sunday Schoolduring the service)

To contact the churchor for pastoral care:

Morgan Ryder (250-698-7612 -H) or 250-692-9576 -C) or

Marianne Dekker 250-845-2282

AL-ANON Are you affected by someone’s drinking? Al-Anon meetings are Monday, 7pm at the Houston United Church. Contact number: (250) 845-7774.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUSMeetings are at the Houston United Church, Monday and Thursday at 7:00pm. Contact number is:1-877-644-2266

Employment

Business Opportunities

Stump to Dump Roadside Logging Contract for Sale

Stump to dump roadside short log logging contract for sale in the Central Interior of British Columbia.

The annual harvest volume is 200,000 m3 which con-sists of approximately 126,000 m3 of replaceable/ evergreen volume and ap-proximately 74,000 m3 of non-replaceable volume.

The contract includes all contractual work (road con-struction, road deactivation, debris piling) associated with the harvest volume.

The owner is willing to fi -nance a portion of the con-tract.

Interested parties should reply to

[email protected] provide the seller with

their name and contact information.

Career Opportunities

PATHFINDER EndeavoursLtd. is excepting resumes for NATURAL RESOURCE AND FIELD TECHNICIANS. Path-fi nder is an equal opportunity employer that offers a com-petitive salary, set shift sched-ule, and ongoing training for career minded individuals. Vis-it our website for full job de-scriptionswww.pathfi nderltd.ca. Submit resumes to careers@pathfi n-derltd.ca

Education/Trade Schools

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIP-MENT OPERATOR SCHOOL.

NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options.

SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

APARTMENTMANAGER

needed for 27 unit in Burns Lake, BC. Must

be live-in.Email resumes to:

[email protected]

Obituaries

HELP wanted. Carpenter with one or more years experience. Work starting beginning of April. Contact Henry Hansma, Hansma Construction Ltd. Phone 250-845-8010 or email resume to [email protected]

Help Wanted Help Wanted

Obituaries

Drivers/Courier/Trucking

Help Wanted

Drivers/Courier/Trucking

Help Wanted

Your community. Your classifi eds.

250.845.2890

fax 250.845.7893 email [email protected]

The Houston Mall, Box 899, Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Phone: (250) 845-2890

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REACHING USCall 250-845-2890 or come by our office. Hours are 9:00 - 11:00 am & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Mon. & Wed. thru Fri. (closed Tuesdays). Fax in your ad to 250-845-7893 or email: [email protected]

HOW TO PAYCome to our office in the Houston Mall, or you may pay with Visa or Mastercard over the phone. All ads must be prepaid. No refunds.

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HAPPY ADS 2 col. x 2” or 1 col. x 4” To announce birthdays, weddings, births etc ............................$20.00Please call if you need more information on

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OUR POLICYHouston Today reserves the right to edit, revise, classify or reject any classified ad not meeting our standards. No refunds on Classifieds Ads.AGREEMENT - It is agreed by the advertiser requesting space that the liability of the Houston Today (Black Press Group Limited) in the event of failure to publish an advertisement in or the event of an error appearing in the advertisement as published shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for only one incorrect insertion or the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect or omitted item only, and that there shall be no liability in any event greater than the amount paid for such advertising. All claims of errors in advertising must be received by the publisher within 2 days after the first publication.All advertising is subject to the approval of the publisher.The Houston Today reminds advertisers that under Provincial legislation, no person shall use or circulate any form of application for employment, publish or cause to be published an advertisement in connection with employment or prospective employment, or make any written or verbal inquiry of an applicant that (a) expresses, either directly or indirectly any limitation, specification or preference as to race, religion, colour, sex, martial status, age, ancestry, or place of origin or a person; or (b) requires an applicant to furnish any information concerning race, religion, colour, ancestry, place of origin or political belief. In order to be credited for any mistakes the Houston Today is responsible for, corrections must be made before the second insertion.

INDEX IN BRIEFFamily Announcements .......... 001-007Community Announcements ... 008-076Children ................................ 080-098Employment .......................... 102-165Services ............................... 170-387Pets/Livestock ...................... 453-483Items for Sale/Wanted .......... 503-595Real Estate ........................... 603-696Rentals ................................ 700-757Transportation ....................... 804-860Marine.................................. 903-920Legals ....................................... Legal

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Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is an 18,000 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. We are currently recruiting for the following position to join our mine site team:

EXPEDITERThe successful candidate will report to the Purchasing Agent and provide support to the buyers to ensure the on time delivery of contracts, services and goods. Responsibilities will include:

Preparation of service agreement and contracts Manage contract manifests Expedite purchase orders Create purchase orders and ensure the timely return of

equipment sent off site for repair Assist accounts payable with invoicing problems Re-order stock inventory items as required Manage freight bills Vacation relief for the buyer and inventory analyst

Applicants require a minimum two years of experience in expediting, procurement or related elds. orking knowledge of uardian, ord, and Excel software would be considered an asset. Excellent organizational, planning, and computer skills are required as is an attention to detail.

Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work, and the schedule for this position is 4 days on, 3 days off (Monday to Thursday). Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees.

Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic Bulkley Valley on TransCanada Highway 16, an excellent area to raise a family and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca

Huckleberry Mines is a remote mine where its employees live in a camp environment on their days of work.

Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of bene ts including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan.

e thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


ASSAYERHuckleberry Mines is seeking an assayer. Reporting to the Senior Metallurgist, this position is responsible for the analysis of samples from the mill and pit using atomic absorption, a spectrophotometer and Leco analyzer. Methods to be trained on include acid digestion with an AA nish on low grade pulps and a wide range of ABA analytical methods. The successful applicant’s primary focus will be on ABA testing which is done on a daily basis due to requirements of our current mining plan. The Assayer will also be required to be well versed in the bucking duties in order to provide coverage for the bucker.

The successful candidate will hold a BC Assayer’s Certi cate or a diploma in analytical chemistry or, a minimum of ve year assay experience and computer experience with Microsoft Excel and Access. Good interpersonal and communication skills are a must. QA/QC knowledge and supervisory experience will be considered an asset.

Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work, and the schedule for this position is either 7 x 7 (seven days on, seven days off) or 4 days on, 3 days off (Monday to Thursday). Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees.


Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of bene ts including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

FULL-TIME COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANICLEVEL 2 OR HIGHER

We are a growing, progressive and well respected carrier operating a full repair and maintenance facility at our head office in Coquitlam.

REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically fit, communicates well in English, full certification.

WE OFFER: Attractive compensation package which includes group benefits.

Please email resume: [email protected] or Fax: (1) 604-472-2136


IT ADMINISTRATORReporting to senior management and working closely with the Accounting Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation, maintenance and management of computer systems, hardware and software at the mine site.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT Administrator looking for a position with operational and technical challenges. Candidates should have a solid understanding of network infrastructure and operations and have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities will include: Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking and operating

system issues Maintain all onsite systems including network and server

infrastructure, backup systems and external connectivity Oversee updates and implementation of applications and systems Provide real time response to system users, troubleshooting and

repairing service outages Maintain a hardware and software inventory Mobile device troubleshooting Coordinating with Vancouver of ce IT administrator

Candidate will have a college diploma or university degree in Information Technology or related discipline preferred. We are looking for an individual with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in system administration.

Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work, and the schedule for this position is 4 days on, 3 days off (Monday to Thursday). Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees.


Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers full relocation expenses, a competitive salary and a full range of bene ts including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Interested candidates can forward a completed resume to:

Human Resources DepartmentHuckleberry Mines Ltd.P.O. Box 3000Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0Fax: (604) 517-4701Email: [email protected]

MECHANIC (Service Truck Position, Burns Lake)Want to work out of a good quality service truck,

with some shop work? The successful candidate will be a leader in safety and efficiency and will be able work in

difficult situations with an upbeat attitude.

Year around work available in the Burns Lake Area!

Contact Stephan Posselt email: [email protected] Phone: 778-669-1010

Starting wage $38.00/hr. 50 hrs per week and possibly more. Benefits package available!

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Home Care/SupportBAYSHORE Home Health is hiring HCAs, LPNs and RNs in Prince George area. Competi-tive wage, benefi ts and fl exibility. Own vehicle and BCDL an asset. Help us make a difference in your commu-nity. Apply [email protected], visit www.bayshore.ca.

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services

SANDWICH ARTISTSRequired for Subway

Coming Soon To Houston

ALL SHIFTS, F/T & P/T• No Experience Necessary

• Food Safe An Asset • Uniform & Training Provided• 1 FREE Meal Included Daily

Please e-mail resume: [email protected]

Trades, TechnicalCLIMBER/BUCKET Operator need-ed for residential tree service. Min. 2 years exp., must have valid BC DL, Certifi ed Arborist an asset. $30-$35 based on exp. 604-819-9447/ [email protected]

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The Service Manager will be responsible for the supervision and leadership of the dealership’s Service Department. He or she will effectively and efficiently manage the development and direction of the service team to drive the growth of revenue, technical productivity, quality assurance and to promote a high level of customer satisfaction.

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Re/Max Houston 2436 Poulton Ave., Houston, BC

e-mail: [email protected]

Lia Long250-845-1147

Call 250-845-7325www.realtor.ca

The Hometown Experts with a World of Experience®

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Locally owned and operated

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• Hard to fi nd acreage only minutes from town! 34.9 acre hobby farm with a 1998 1638 square foot 3 bedroom modular with extensive updates! • 4 separate fenced areas, shelters, detached workshop/storage, woodshed, greenhouse and other outbuildings. Hay fi eld and spectacular views!• Located approximately 15km down the Buck Flats Road.• The country kitchen features ample cabinets and a bright dining area as well as an island. Cozy family room with a woodstove.• Custom touches such as barn wood wall in the master as well as the en suite.• Garden area and pond just outside your front door. Fridge, stove, dishwasher and window coverings included. Call Lia to view 250-845-1147.

• 1 ½ storey home with extensive renovations on 9.42 acres!• Newly drilled well and a new insulated, heated and wired shop with 2- 18 X 33 lean-to’s. Wrap around veranda.• Bright spacious kitchen features maple cabinets, huge living room with a wood stove and garden doors to a private deck.• Master features a 4 piece en suite and great views. New electric furnace.• Green house, 20 X 20 barn with a lean-to for RV storage, woodshed.• Lots of natural light with all the windows in this energy effi cient home.• All appliances & window coverings included. Very scenic & serene property.• Call Lia to view, 250-845-1147.

• Located on a large lot on a cul de sac and close to all the amenities!• 3 bedrooms, spacious living room, tile backsplash in the kitchen.• 2 bathrooms, full fi nished basement with a huge rec-room for entertaining!• Bar & gas fi replace. Covered front deck.• Single garage, 3 storage sheds, one wired. Large sundeck, spot for a hot tub, fenced, private back yard with lots of trees.• All appliances included. Call Lia to view 250-845-1147.

COUNTRY PURE & SIMPLE!

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NEW LISTING!

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• Very well kept 3 bedroom home located on the popular Jewel Road, close to schools. Brand new kitchen features cream shaker cabinets & new appliances as well as an eating bar. Very open dining/living room concept.• New fl ooring throughout the main. Updated bathroom, laundry on the main.• Basement features a huge, bright rec-room as well as a spacious games room, 3 piece bath, storage and another bedroom.• Carport, mostly fenced yard, paved drive, RV parking. • You better check this one out! Call Lia to view 250-845-1147.

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TOPLEYStructural Firefi ghting/Hwy Rescue. Interested? Topley Volunteer Fire Dept. is accepting applications. No experience necessary please contact Byron - F/C 250-696-3348 or come to a Fire Practice Thurs @ 19:00 hrs (7pm).

Topley Fire Protection Society meetings every second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm.

GRANISLEThe Granisle and District Senior Citizens meet every second and fourth Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Centre.

Granisle Volunteer Fire Department meetings & fi re practices every Tues., 7:00pm at the Fire Hall.

Granisle Church of the Way services are Sunday, 11:00am.

Since May 1941, Bulkley Valley Credit Union has been building a solid financial institution that members from Burns Lake to the Hazeltons have grown to rely on. People helping people is how we began and we strive to remain people-oriented, both in our financial services and through direct involvement with our communities. We are dedicated to local decision-making and local control, key factors in providing the kinds of services that meet the financial needs of individuals and business members alike.

HOUSTON & DISTRICT BRANCH 2365 Copeland Ave.

P.O. Box 1480, Houston Phone: 250-845-7117

HOUSTON COMMUNITY CALENDARActivities for Seniors in Houston at the Seniors Centre: Carpet Bowling Tues. & Fri. 1:00 PM • Floor Curling Mon. 1:00 PM • Pool any afternoon to schedule call; Adrian-250-845-2338 • Breakfasts- fi rst Sat. of the month, community invited. • Soup and Sandwich luncheon- third Thurs. of the month. Community invited. At Pleasant Valley Village, 3603 11th St.: Senior Exercise, Mon. & Fri 10:00 AM • Cards Mon. & Thurs. 7:00 PM. At the Bowling Alley: Seniors bowling Wed. 1:30 PM. At the Houston Swimming Pool: Aquafi t, Mon., Wed. & Fri. 9-10 AM. At the Legion: Seniors darts and light lunch Thursdays 11a.m. - 2 p.m.

Coffee Break - an Interactive Women’s Bible Study meet every Wed. morning from 9:30-11:00 at the Houston Christian Reformed Church, 1959 Goold Road. Childcare is provided. For more info call Margaret: 845-2348, Darlene 845-7438, Evelyn 696-3229.

The Houston Legion Branch 249: Meeting: 2nd Monday of the month is Executive, 4th Monday is General Meeting.

BV Soccer Registration is now on-line @ www.bvsoccer.ca Very easy to register – deadline is Mar. 28th Volunteer cheques to Rod’s 1st Choice Fashions. Volunteers are still needed, pls contact Jacqueline Malkinson @ [email protected]

Upcoming Houston Cancer Fundraiser: Help is needed in all areas for a four hour Canadian Cancer Society “Dash for Cash for Cancer” event to be held May 23, 2015. For more info contact Debi Smith at 845-7793 or at [email protected].

Houston Public Library Events: Story Time – Wed. mornings from 10-11 a.m. • Junior Literary Society – Thurs. afternoons from 2:30-4:30. For more info please contact the library @250-845-2256.

Houston’s “Love by the Bowl” Soup Kitchen serving healthy homemade soups in two different seatings, 11:00 -12:00 and 12:00 -1:00 on Wed.

Buck Flats Community Development Society, meets every 3rd Sat. evening at 6pm at Andy Pollack’s house (17642) on Buck Flats Rd. All Buck Flats residents are welcome to attend, we discuss issues concerning the Buck fl ats area. Please call Chris Newell at 250-845-3564 for more info.

The Houston Ringette Association would like to thank the following businesses and community members for supporting our home tournament held in Houston, Feb 27-Mar 1, 2015. The final tournament of the season was a success and hosted teams from Terrace, Prince George and Quesnel. Thank you very much for your support and looking forward to next season!

THANK YOU!

7-ElevenA&WAll West GlassB. Hodge ContractingBV Credit UnionBV Home CentreCanforConnie HardyCountrywide PrintingCountrywide SportsD&M Industrial

Deena & Vicky ZimmerDungate Community ForestEmberson Plumbing & HeatingFieldsFinningFirst Choice FashionsGrace HodgeHouston Food MarketHouston Leisure FacilityLorna Ofner

Meghan WilliamsMike’s Audio VideoMonster IndustriesPharmasavePleasant Valley PlazaShear DelightShirley MartinSullivan Motor ProductsSuper ValuTurcotte Bros.Wilson Bros.

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AUCTION March 28th Custom log furniture making equipment, 1379 Green Ave, Trail, BCwww.westernstarauctions.com for pictures and updates 250-212-3418

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Last weekend, the Houston Figure Skating Club performed a fantastic spring carnival for family and friends based on the theme “Remarkable Heroes and Villains.” Top left: CanSkaters Mattea, Charlotte and Alessa do a little Card Soldiers number. Above: Paige, Katrina, Hannah and Hanna pull off an incredible performance. Below left: McKenzie and Hailey perform a duo as minions from Despicable Me. Below right: Paige pulls off a great Superman skate.

Above: McKenzie spins through a great senior skate performance.

Right: Senior and junior skaters perform a closing line together. Left to right are Miranda, McKenzie, Jessica, Katie, Hailey, Katrina, Paige and Hanna.

Last weekend, the Houston Figure Skating Club performed a fantastic spring carnival for family and

Heroes and villainshit the ice

villainsvillains

Jackie Lieuwen photos/Houston Today



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Hamburger HelperAssorted Varieties166-240 g

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Chef Boyardee Ravioli8x425 g

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Philadelphia Cream CheeseAssorted Varieties, 400 g

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Windex Window Cleaner5 litre plus Spray Bottle

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Down Under Shampooor Conditioner, 1 litre

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Huggies Mega Box DiapersSizes 1 thru 6

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Fresh Strawberries 1 lb

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