Fall/Winter 2012
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Fall/Winter 2012
what’s inside celebrating 50 years in business west coast ski escape island style! 6 12 18 the resurgence of mining grey’s journey – a flight of the imagination 22 community spotlight: high level 24 Dear Liz 3 Meet the Crew 4 Recipe28 Photo Contest 30 Cover photo supplied by Mike Turner, local photographer “I have lived in Terrace for most of my life. I work for Northern Savings Credit Union and I am very passionate about photography, especially outdoor photography. I feel extremely blessed to live in an area that is so rich in scenery and wildlife. One doesn’t need to look very hard to find beauty in the Terrace area.” Dease Lake Fort Bob Ware Quinn Tsaykeh Fort Nelson Fort St. John Dawson Creek Prince Rupert Rainbow Lake High Level Smithers Prince George Terrace Quesnel Edmonton Lloydminster Williams Lake CMA Kamloops Central Mountain Air Vancouver Campbell River Comox Kelowna Calgary seasonal CMA Central Mountain Air Northern routes Magazine Advertising sales liz smaha 1-800-487-1216 (ext.226) Direct: 250-641-4295 or email: [email protected] Contributors Joan Donaldson-Yarmey, Mike Edwards, Erik Gohan, Chris Howard, Lydia Millett, Zach Sapers, Liz Smaha, Evan van Dyk Layout & graphic design Northern Routes own in-flight magazine, featuring local history, events and festivals, and profiles of northern places and people. Deadline to book ad space for the next issue of Northern Routes: February 22, 2013. The deadline to receive electronic ad files: February 28, 2013. Thornley Hayne [email protected] We would like to thank all the people who contributed to this magazine. Every effort has been made to ensure all content is accurate and accredited wherever possible. This magazine does not constitute and should not be construed as an endorsement or recommendation of, and we do not assume responsibility for, any carrier, restaurant, service or any other facility or activity in this publication. HAWKAIRwww.hawkair.ca Toll Free Reservations 1.800.487.1216 Mailing Address 4345 Bristol Road, Terrace, BC V8G 0E9 CMA Central Mountain Air Central Mountain Airwww.flycma.com Toll Free Reservations 1.888.865.8585 Mailing Address Box 998, 6431 Airport Road, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CMA Central Mountain Air NORTHERN THUNDERBIRD AIRwww.ntair.ca Toll Free Reservations 1.800.963.9611 Mailing Address 3900 Grumman Road, Prince George, BC V2N 4M6 have a story idea? 2 If you have any stories you would like to suggest for an upcoming issue of Northern Routes, contact: LIZ SMAHA 1-800-487-1216 (ext.226) Direct: 250-641-4295 or email: [email protected] dearLiz, As a senior in High School I am thinking about my future career path. I have always been curious about what it is like to be a Flight Attendant. It seems like such a glamorous and fascinating job! Can you tell me more about what it is really like to be a Flight Attendant? – Rebecca R. Hazelton, BC. Dear Rebecca, The job of a Flight Attendant is a unique one that can be very interesting and rewarding, but at times very stressful as well. I asked Hawkair’s wonderful crew of Flight Attendants to share with you some secrets passengers don’t know about being a Flight Attendant. 1. We don’t give orders just to hear our own voice. “Safety is our number one priority,” says Hawkair Chief Flight Attendant Kim Gagnon, “so when we ask you turn off your iPod and keep your seatbelt buckled it’s for your own safety and well being.” Write to Liz Smaha at: Hawkair Aviation Services Ltd., Attn: Liz, 4345 Bristol Road, Terrace, BC, V8G 0E9 2. We don’t like delayed flights any more than you do. Delayed flights are stressful for passengers and crew alike. It’s likely that your Flight Attendant has had a very long day flying multiple flights already. They are tired and want to get home to their families just as much as you do. 3. Give each other a hand during boarding. The hardest part of a flight is boarding. With everyone trying to properly stow baggage in a tight space in a timely manner, passengers can get frustrated. According to Hawkair Flight Attendant Monika Schmidt, ”If passengers worked together it would make our job a lot easier, as well as help the flight get out on time.” 4. We are Flight Attendants, not waiters/waitresses in the sky. Flight attendants are there to ensure your safety, not cater to your every need. They go through rigorous training, including medical emergency training, CPR and training to evacuate an aircraft. It is up to them to be aware of what is going on with the aircraft and alert the pilot to any emergency situations. 5. Alcohol affects passengers differently at 25,000 feet. Due to the high altitude, alcohol is more powerful when you’re on a flight. If you are noticeably drunk or getting unruly, it is the responsibility of the Flight Attendant to control the situation. CMA Central Mountain Air CMA Central Mountain Air 6. Meeting passengers can be the best thing about being a Flight Attendant. “One of my favorite parts of the job is having interesting conversations with a variety people from all walks of life,” says Hawkair Assistant Chief Flight Attendant Renata Penner. “It’s amazing how many people travel to Northwest BC from all over the world, and they always tell me how beautiful it is here!” 3 crew CMA M E E T T H E Central Mountain Air WHAT DO WE LOVE ABOUT CENTRAL MOUNTAIN AIR? · Great team that works well together to ensure our passengers are carried safely and efficiently to their destination · Enjoy talking to customers from around the world and building relationships with our repeat customers · Locally owned and operated; the owners are very approachable by all employees · Being located in Smithers, we are able to see other departments and how all aspects of our business from Reservations to Dispatch to Accounting need to fit together to form a successful business unit WHAT DO WE LIKE ABOUT LIVING IN SMITHERS · Magnificent view · Many outdoor year-round activities · Caring community, family orientated · Chance to further our education without leaving our community CMA Reservations Staff HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED AT CMA? Back Row: Jennifer Colton: 6 months Sharon Hartwell: 7 months Kelly Flint: 2 yrs Carolyn Good: 9 yrs Janet Benson: 1 ½ yrs Jenny Howard: 2 ½ yrs Chantal Ferrier: 5 yrs Everyday Solutions to help speed your recovery At MEDIchair we provide more than just mobility products and long-term solutions to increase independence and safety. We also carry a wide selection of braces, supports, canes and crutches to help you feel better and heal better from many medical procedures or injuries. Front Row: Patty Peterson: 10 ½ yrs Jessica Hunt: 16 months Daniella Huget: 1 yr Not Shown: Heather Hill: 10 ½ yrs 4 4443 Keith Ave, Terrace • (250) 638-1301 • 1-866-638-1301 sales • service • rentals www.medichair.com Photo Credit: Geoff Andruik Are you a thrill seeker looking for exhilarating outdoor experiences close to big city amenities? Get to Prince George and hit the slopes, fly through the sky, or trek through hidden valleys. Get out for an urban wilderness adventure! Toll Free 1.800.668.7646 facebook.com/tourismpg I twitter.com/tourismpg 101 - 1300 First Avenue • Prince George BC V2L 2Y3 www.tourismpg.com Celebrating 50 years in Business 1962 - 2012 “There’s a lot of optimism in the area and a lot of opportunities,” says Munson about the current economic climate.” A successful business is one that can weather the bad economic times along with the good. And that couldn’t be more true than in a region that has long been dependent on natural resources prone to boom and bust cycles. Companies that have learned to adapt to an increasingly fickle economy are the ones that have staying power. Bear Creek Contracting is just one of those northwestern companies and its ability to adjust to market demands and diversify its business offerings are among many reasons this Terrace-based company is celebrating 50 years in business this year. You’re Invited! FIFTY YEARS IN THE MAKING Started in 1962 by George Munson, Bear Creek Contracting began as a forestry company. It specialized in working in the remote, difficult-to-access terrain that makes northern BC so unique. They knew the geography, the weather, the back roads – it was a company that understood the needs of industry in the region, largely because its employees were also from the area. But what started as a logging company has morphed and grown over the years, adapting to a changing economy. In many ways, it was out of necessity. In the wake of a destroyed forestry industry, many contractors found themselves out of work in the early 2000s. Forestry took a beating and suffered from the Story Continued on page 8 Celebrating 100 years of his†ory and community Fun · Friends · Family Homecoming Week: August 2 – 10 www.smithers2013.com smitherscentennial2013 Supported by the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce 6 SDCC 7749c (Smithers Cent ad).indd 1 17-09-12 10:37 AM S M I T H E R S’ o nly F U L L SE RV IC E HO T E L discover the difference Nestled among the majestic mountains of the beautiful Bulkley Valley, rst-class hospitality and a warm welcome await you at Hudson Bay Lodge. • Fireside Pub • Complimentary Airport Shuttle • Liquor Store • Business Centre • Fitness Centre • Gift Shop • Wireless Internet • Coin Laundry Photography by Dany Couture • Zoer`s Restaurant HBL 7813c (Hawkair Inflight Magazine).indd 1 Toll-free reservation line 1.800.663.5040 Local 250.847.4581 [email protected] · www.HudsonBayLodge.com 3251 East Highway 16, Smithers 24-09-12 4:45 PM 7 combined effects of the softwood lumber dispute, unfavourable lumber prices, significantly altered forest policy, the elimination of the provincial appurtency policy and the subsequent closure of sawmills throughout the north. The ripple effect was felt hard by local, smaller companies that provided goods and services to the industry. Around that time Bear Creek Contracting, like many other companies, was forced to sell off most of its assets, lay off nearly all of its employees and was left with a skeleton crew of less than 10 full-time employees. “It was a tough time for everyone,” recalls the company’s president, Ian Munson. At the time, he was forced to watch a barge loaded with heavy equipment shipped off and sold at rock bottom prices. It was symbolic of the effects the languishing forestry industry had on local contractors. Many businesses folded. Some downsized. Log sort yards became overgrown and sawmills were razed to the ground. Watching that barge pull away from shore gave Munson pause for reflection and rather than lamenting the past, he turned his attention to the future. savvy to a diverse range of business opportunities. The company turned its attention to road building, construction, marine, transport, and helicopter services (Lakelse Air is one of the company’s subsidiaries). Fast forward to 2012. The company has more than 140 employees – a long way from the bare bones crew it had in 2005 – and is operating nearly 200 pieces of equipment, with more capital investments on the horizon. It’s part of a measured approach to growth. “We had to reinvent ourselves,” he says. But one thing the company had learned is that it could apply its business Story Continued on page 10 Come and be a part of the WOW! Skeena Landing in Terrace has retail and office space available for lease. 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Those include the Kitimat Modernization Project, LNG sites and the building of the Northwest Transmission Line – projects Bear Creek Contracting is working on. The promise of more projects getting under way in the area, such as the LNG pipeline and others, means there is a lot of work coming this way. “There’s a lot of optimism in the area and a lot of opportunities,” says Munson about the current economic climate. Companies are working flat out to meet the demand. Skilled workers are more in demand now than ever and the economy appears to be on the rebound. Bear Creek Contracting has not only significantly grown its staff to meet the demand for their services but it is also growing its home base to accommodate the growth. The company recently purchased the former Lomak building in Thornhill along with the 16 acres of land on which it sits. The property is adjacent to the existing Bear Creek Contracting and Lakelse Air offices and hangar. “We needed more space to keep up with the growing needs of a bigger company,” says Munson. Just like the first days the company was in operation, the 2012 incarnation of Bear Creek Contracting is one that is known for its ability to work in the hard-to-reach, challenging terrain that defines northwestern BC. The expanding business is representative of Munson’s entrepreneurial spirit and high tolerance for risk. “We like the challenge involved in getting in to new areas,” Munson says. It appears to be paying off. Recently, Bear Creek Contracting earned a Northern BC Commercial Building Excellence Award for the work it did building the Klemtu Ferry Terminal near Prince Rupert. The terminal opened in August 12, 2012. The ferry service is expected to increase economic activity in the area, not just for Prince Rupert but also for the Kitasoo/Xai-Xais people. It is considered an important piece of transportation infrastructure and opens the door to increased tourism opportunities in the area. The project was a year in the making, required the ability to work in adverse conditions, particularly during the heavy snow and rain during the winter of 2011-12. But for a born-in-the north company accustomed to doing business in remote logging camps under all sorts of adverse conditions, it was a challenge comfortably met. Ski & Stay in Smithers The Best Snow, The Best Rooms, The Best Price Visit www.skiandstay.ca or book by calling one of our preferred hotels: 1-800-663-7676 1-800-663-5040 www.skiandstay.ca 10 TOS 5175c (Hawkair Inflight Magazine).indd 1 29/9/2011 3:02:44 PM AN INCREASED FOCUS ON SAFETY Working for major projects under way in the region means that local companies must keep pace with the expectations with respect to safety, health and environment (HSE). “Safety plays such an important part in how we do our business in today’s worksite environment,” says Mike Edwards, the company’s manager of HSE. “The clients that we work for demand that we be the best with respect to our safety culture.” DEDILUKE LAND SURVEYING INC. 4801 KEITH AVENUE TERRACE, B.C. V8G 1K6 BOX 2300, NANAIMO, B.C. V9R 6X6 (102 - 170 WALLACE STREET) TEL.: (250) 638-1449 FAX: (250) 638-1442 [email protected] TEL.: (250) 716-1415 FAX: (250) 716 -1439 [email protected] Developing a safety culture takes the ability to adapt to a very dynamic and ever changing safety environment. The rules and regulations of today have changed by leaps and bounds compared to what was acceptable in the 60s when Bear Creek was first founded. And diversifying the company’s focus to construction has definitely ‘raised the bar’ on the entire company’s approach to working safely, says Edwards. One thing that has not changed in 50 years, is the fact that Bear Creek remains a local company, and ensuring everyone works in a safe environment is important not only because of increasing regulatory expectations, but because the company’s employees are also friends and neighbours. “We aim to have everyone go home in the same shape they came to work,” says Edwards. The company understands it is playing a small role in the rebuilding of the northern economy by employing local people as it grows – something that has long been a cornerstone for the company. “When we employ local people, not only is money staying in the north, but the talented workforce that’s out there remains here too,” says Munson. Here’s hoping that continues for another 50 years. ORDER YOUR Roy Henry Vickers ORIGINAL PRINT TODAY! This original artwork was created by Roy Henry Vickers for our Northern Routes magazine, Spring 2011. Only 100 prints produced. $500* per print. *Plus taxes, shipping and handling. 604.581.2827 www.thornley Hawkair Northern hayne.com Routes RVSD1 Date: Mar 28, SPRING 2011 Covers 2011 Folds to 8.375”10.875” Bleed: .125” Printed at: 100% Contact Liz Smaha at Hawkair for more information. [email protected] 1-800-487-1216 11 West Coast Ski Escape Island Style! By Erik Gohan “Mount Washington is one of Canada’s unique destinations and sits in a class of its own – towering a mile high above the picturesque Comox.” Exploring Canada’s vast natural landscape is an obvious choice when it comes to memorable winter vacations with a fantastic choice of holidays that include dog sledding in the Yukon, ice fishing and snowmobile adventures on frozen lakes and the opportunity to experience local culture and traditional lifestyles. Like many, some of my favourite winter memories are those of epic depths of powder and quality time on the slopes with family and friends. Sure I’m biased, but in my opinion British Columbia boasts some of the best skiing in Canada. We are spoiled for choice with so many great resorts to choose from, each with their own appeal. But how do you narrow it down when trying to please the whole family? My daughter and I are powder hounds looking for steep and deep terrain; my wife prefers the wider groomed downhill runs or cross country trails. Our son, who has recently swapped out his skies to take up boarding, likes to spend most of his time attempting new tricks and hanging out with kids his own age. Apart from a shared love of the alpine the one thing we have in common is that at the end of the day we all enjoy relaxing as a 12 family away from the crowds – though I must admit that a good bar and lively après atmosphere comes a close second to bragging rights when choosing a resort for my annual ski weekend with my buddies! Mount Washington on Vancouver Island had been on our radar for some time. The snow reports over the last four or five years confirm one of the deepest natural snow packs in North America. Friends’ accounts of the untouched powder in the “Outback” sealed the deal for me and my daughter, while the wide choice of ski-in/ ski-out accommodation and the option of a massage or work-out at the newly opened Mountain Centre ticked the boxes for my wife; a video posted on YouTube of the Park was all that was required to get my son waxing his board in preparation for our trip. Mount Washington is located in the North Central region of Vancouver Island, an area that is rapidly gaining popularity as an all-season adventure destination. It is a resort that the Vancouver Island locals refer to as their “Island Mountain” but they are friendly and happy for you to drop in for a few runs to discover the local sweet spots – of which there are many. The thought of getting to Vancouver Island for a ski vacation had always been a stumbling block for us – which now seems ridiculous as we found the journey straightforward and enjoyable. In fact, looking back the journey was an enjoyable part of the overall experience of the island lifestyle. For those travelling by air, boarding a connecting flight to Comox (YQQ) from Vancouver or Calgary International airports, followed by a local shuttle, will have you on the slopes of Mount Washington quicker than getting to many of the other mainland resorts. If travelling by car as we did, the 90 minute ferry ride will be the start of your vacation. Your total journey time to the resort should be no more than a three hour scenic journey from boarding the ferry in Vancouver to checking into your accommodation on the mountain. Mount Washington is one of Canada’s unique destinations and sits in a class of its own – towering a mile high above the picturesque Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. If you are looking for full service hotels, designer shops, trendy restaurants, wine bars and night clubs - Mount Washington may not be for you. But if you are looking for a relaxed, family friendly resort where the focus is on winter sports and showcases the best of a spectacular geographic location, you will enjoy carving turns in fresh powder while taking in the breathtaking view over the island-dotted ocean below and the rugged Coast Range beyond, and marvel at the unspoiled majesty of the surrounding mountain peaks of Strathcona Park, BC’s oldest provincial park. Come join us for a once in a lifetime experience at Haa-nee-naa Lodge, located in the pristine wilderness of Northern British Columbia. Our 14 guest floating saltwater fly-in fishing resort is nestled in the calm waters of Dundas Island. You will enjoy world class meals & accommodations while you learn Mount Washington is a place where great terrain, fun runs, excellent powder and stunning views combine with a super friendly atmosphere and wide choice of on-mountain accommodation to deliver a relaxed and memorable ski holiday... it is one of Canada’s unique mountains! On the Slopes: The resort has facilities for those strapping on skis or a snowboard for the first time or teams of athletes in training. Instructors and ski hosts Story Continued on page 14 what it is to truly “Fish the magic”! Feel the pull of a magestic trophy chinook salmon, fiesty northern coho, or bounce the bottom for halibut. Our all-inclusive packages run 4 or 5 days leaving from Vancouver’s International Airport. Call to book today, space is limited and your memories await you. Haa-nee-naa Lodge II | Silverback Fishing Adventures Inc. DPO Box 22003, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 4P8 Phone: (250) 628-3357 Toll Free: 1-800-668-8955 [email protected] www.haa-nee-naa.com 13 are readily on hand to ensure new visitors enjoy all the snow has to offer no matter your skill level! Easy Acres and the four Magic Carpets make Mount Washington one of the easiest places to learn. The progressive Snow School offers private and group lessons for beginners and skiers wanting to progress or improve their style. Mountain Kids Snow School is designed to offer great instruction and tons of fun on the snow for younger family members. The Bear’s Den Day Care offers a fun environment for younger kids and the Ozone Park has lift accessed snowtubing for the whole family well into the evening, with hot chocolate waiting for you in the Coco Cabin when you need to warm up. The front side of Mount Washington features a range of gentle terrain for those just starting out, wide open cruisers for intermediates and speedsters and an excellent selection of black runs, bumps & jumps and gladed tree skiing. The terrain park was a magnet for our thrill seeking teens who spent hours competing with each other in the wild snow-cross course and pulling crazy aerial maneuvers on the wideranging terrain features. The back side of the mountain or “Outback,” is where we found the steep tree lines and powder-filled gullies. Every run was exhilarating. My favorites involved a short hike from the top of the Boomerang Chair up to the twin chutes of ‘Billabong’ and ‘Copper.’ The snow seemed to regenerate itself each time we surfed our way down the natural half-pipe features. However, the resort is not just about downhill terrain for families like ours. Mount Washington’s Nordic Centre features 55kms (33 miles) of scenic groomed track set classic and skate ski and snowshoeing trails that range in length from 0.5 to 9 kms to cap off the breathtaking terrain that ventures into adjacent Strathcona Park. It is not hard to understand why so many of the 2010 Olympians chose Mount Washington for their final pre-games training and acclimatization. Off The Slopes: The Alpine Village is nestled just below the lifts offering ski in / ski out access to the slopes for first tracks and easy access back to your cosy chalet at the end of the day. Pub-style bar and grill with regular live entertainment and family-friendly section, sushi, pizzas, fresh daily local specials, kids favourites and tasty breakfasts, are just a few of the winter dining options available to enjoy. The Comox Valley and city of Courtenay is a ½ hour drive down the mountain and looked like a great place to explore if you were looking for more dining options, nightlife, arts and local culture. We chose to spend our last night on a Moonlight snowshoe tour and fondue dinner which was a great way to cap off our first experience of Mount Washington – while the kids headed back up the lifts with night skiing running until 10pm! Story Continued on page 17 14 Choose from multi-room suites in condo-style hotels to large 12 bedroom chalets - and just about everything in between! discovermountwashington.com Book online or call: 1.877.754.4661 www. www. SCAN FOR SPECIALS! mountwashington.ca VA N CO U V E R I S L A N D I BC NORTH AMERICA’S #1 FORMAT Playing More Music Variety including Michael Buble, Madonna and Rod Stewart. Covering everything from sports, local events & your favorite music. We are the most listened to & watched advertising outlet in Northern B.C. Any questions regarding products & services contact: Brian Langston, General Manager [email protected] 4625 Lazelle Avenue, Terrace BC, V8G 1S4 Toll Free : 1-800-668-6330 North EZ Rock BC 16 @ezrockAstral www.myezrock.com After three days of alpine fun Island style I was kicking myself for failing to venture across the Georgia Straight in winter to discover Mount Washington before and reluctant to leave the comfortable 2 bedroom suite in the ski-in/ski-out chalet that we had booked online through Tourism Mount Washington. Visit www.discovermountwashington.com to learn more. “It is not hard to understand why so many of the 2010 Olympians chose Mount Washington for their final pre-games training and acclimatization.” Alpine Facts Summit Elevation 1588m (5215 feet) Vertical Rise: 505m (1657 feet) Alpine Trails: 81 runs (14% beginner, 35% intermediate, 36% advanced, 15% Expert) Number Lifts/carpets: 9 - 2 high-speed chairlifts (1 six pack, and 1 quad), 2 fixed grip quads, 1 triple chair, 4 covered carpets. Resort Website: www.mountwashington.ca Photo Credits: Mount Washington Alpine Resort & Brady Clarke 17 The Resurgence of Mining By: Evan van Dyk Northwest British Columbia is poised to be the capital of mining development in British Columbia. Kelly LaRochelle uprooted his family from Lillooet and moved to Kamloops in the spring of 2011 after the lumber mill he worked at shut its doors amid a downturn in the provincial forestry sector. He was steered toward the mining industry, and discovered a program that would train him to become an underground miner and work for New Gold Inc.’s New Afton Mine, thanks to the British Columbia Aboriginal Mine Training Association. “[Life is] better now,” LaRochelle said during a recent interview. “I have more family time because the days are seven on and seven off. I have a four year old daughter now plus my wife, and that’s why I wanted to go into mining. The quality of life is better.” Kelly has his family’s best interests at heart as he looks toward to his future in the industry. “New Gold is a great company,” he said. “They hire from within and promote their staff. As long as you have a good attitude and work hard you can advance in the company.” But New Gold’s New Afton project is just a taste of the mining industry boom that’s underway across B.C. Across the country, companies are looking to hire tens of thousands of new workers to meet the demands of expansion in the coming years. An estimated 92,000 new workers will be needed to meet current and future industry needs and to fill positions vacated by retirees in the next decade. The situation in British Columbia’s mineral exploration and mining sector, including service and supply companies, is even more acute – an estimated 15,000 new workers will be needed to meet the industry’s expansion in the next 10 years. And the jobs pay well. Gemma’s Gifts & Souvenirs 4 6 2 7 L A K E L S E AV E . 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But, in 2006, after the resurgence of the coal industry, prices for a single home skyrocketed 332% to $155,496. The outlook of mining in northwest British Columbia has drastically improved thanks to the construction of the $385-$525 million Northwest Transmission Line. The Northwest Transmission Line will offer a low-cost, clean energy alternative to diesel generated power to mine sites north of Terrace along Highway 37. As resource companies are able to tap into BC Hydro’s expanded grid, their operating costs will decrease significantly, and they will no longer rely on dirty diesel fuel to power their camps and operations. This infrastructure investment improves the overall likelihood that mineral projects in the area will advance toward production. Northwest British Columbia is poised to be the capital of mining development in British Columbia. There are 89 mineral and exploration projects underway at several stages of development in northwest BC. Imperial Metals’ Huckleberry Mine outside of Smithers is moving toward an expansion, while Thompson Creek Metals’ Endako Mine near Burns Lake recently completed its expansion. Imperial Metals has also started construction on its Red Chris mine near Iskut along Highway 37 – it will be the first metal mine to tie into BC Hydro’s expanded power grid once the Northwest Transmission Line is complete. Although there will be year round camps on site to manage employees at northwest B.C.’s mines, businesses in communities throughout the region stand to benefit significantly from expansion in the area. Terrace is positioning itself to become the service centre for northwest British Columbia and supply and service mine operations and camps across northwest B.C. Terrace’s business community is already feeling the Story Continued on page 20 General Construction • Drilling & Blasting • Road Construction and De-activation • Trucking, Full Phase Logging • Expediting (land, air, water) • Camp Services • Concrete Batch Truck, Low-bedding Specialists • Hydro-seeding & Reclamation • Remote Fuel Services 3752 Hwy 16 East,Terrace, BC • 250-635-3407 www.bearcreekcontracting.ca 19 effects of the flurry of mining activity. More than three quarters of local businesses are expecting a significant increase in sales and revenue in the coming years. The expansion of mining development in northwest British Columbia is one reason why Terrace is a prime location to host the 25th anniversary of the Minerals North conference next April. CMA Minerals North is an annual meeting between northern B.C.’s communities, the mining and exploration industry, First Nations and the service and supply companies that support development. Minerals North is your best opportunity to network with industry to one day tender contracts, gain meaningful employment or learn about what is happening in your backyard. Central Mountain Air The conference is not only an opportunity for local communities to showcase their capacity to service the mineral industry, but also for community leaders to learn about and discuss the economic and policy issues that affect the minerals sector and for the industry to get its fingers on the pulse of one of the most exciting and promising mineral development regions on the planet. The 2013 Minerals North theme focuses on celebrating the ‘Northern Network’ – an appropriate theme as many communities and businesses throughout northern British Columbia will have to work together to capitalize on the rich potential that B.C.’s natural geography holds for all investors. The conference is expected to bring in more than 800 delegates to Terrace, including a full trade show, site visits and a line up of industry speakers who will provide key insights into the current state of the mining industry and what the future holds. For LaRochelle, the recent resurgence in mining not only brought about a new career opportunity, but promises to ensure that jobs like his will be around for years to come. Minerals North 2013 is hosted by the City of Terrace, in partnership with Terrace Economic Development Authority, from April 24th-26th, 2013. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer for the conference, do not hesitate to contact the Economic Development Officer for the Terrace Economic Development Authority, Evan van Dyk, at 250 635 4168 or by email, [email protected]. 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Grey’s Journey is a rhyming children’s storybook about a baby grey whale that becomes lost during his migration and his adventures into the Mediterranean Sea. The story stemmed from a unique incident in 2010 when a wayward Pacific grey whale was discovered in the Mediterranean, well off its migratory pattern and somewhat inexplicable to scientists who studied the occurrence. Like the little whale in her children’s book, Grey’s Journey, one could say that Lydia Millett was born to be brave. Moving to Canada from New Zealand in 2010, Lydia found herself in the Bulkley Valley, in a world as different to her as the Mediterranean Sea would be to a lost Pacific grey whale. “I really was like a fish out of water.” said Lydia, now a flight attendant with Hawkair, who arrived in the Bulkley Valley with little concept of what it was like to live in a place with bears, moose and snow. “It was a steep learning curve, I had to learn to drive on the wrong side of the road, in the snow!” she says of remembering the challenges of her first few months in Canada. It is not surprising that her story has an aquatic theme as she grew up on a boat sailing in the Pacific ocean. Her first memories were of the sea creatures she so vividly and playfully depicts in the pages of her book. “We had a rule on the boat, if there were dolphins or whales our parents were instructed to wake us up, even if it was the middle of the night,” recalls Millett, and she remembers many bleary eyed mornings standing on the deck in her pajamas watching dolphins bouncing around the bow of the family’s boat. She wrote Grey’s Journey in New Zealand not long before she arrived in Canada. “I was working at the time as a policy analyst for the Ministry of Education and needed a more creative outlet,” said the author. She was taking a creative writing diploma and wrote the story during the ‘writing for children’ section of the program. “The week we were expected to produce a story for children I saw the extraordinary report of the lost grey whale in the news,” said Lydia, and so baby Grey was born. It was not until she was in Smithers though that she found the time and inspiration to turn a few pages of text into a picture book. Inspired by a few children in her life, and her own childhood spent living upon the ocean she began to paint. As the days became shorter in the Bulkley Valley and snow fell around her new mountain home, images of underwater creatures and the adventurous travels of a lost young HELPING YOU PUT DOWN ROOTS Since 1939. 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Fortunately for her, Sandra Smith, of Spark Design in Smithers was charmed by the project and its potential. Even before she began hours of design work on the book she enthusiastically reserved advance copies for her own nieces. The sophisticated layout, graphics, and formatting tied the paintings and story together into the professional product that both Lydia and Sandra had envisioned and the finished book began to take form. “Self publishing and working with Sandra was so perfect for this project,” said the author. “Instead of signing over the rights to my book in a publishing deal, Sandra and I were able to make decisions together to create the finished product I had imagined.” The finished copies arrived at Spark Design the first week of August in time to make its debut at the Smithers Farmers Market. Nervous and unsure how the book would be received Lydia was buoyed by the encouraging presence of her own mother, who was visiting for the summer from New Zealand. The extra support was appreciated but never needed as mother and daughter, both giddy with excitement, watched as Bulkley Valley locals and tourists alike snapped up numerous signed copies that first morning. Immediately the word was out regarding the quality of the illustrations and the playful rhyming story and sales at the market, local book stores and online have been steady ever since. “It has been an incredible experience, the amount of encouragement and support has been overwhelming. I am so grateful to have found myself in an amazing community that really gets behind people when they do things like this.” said Millet, who no longer feels like a fish out of water in Smithers. In between her flight attendant duties with Hawkair, Lydia is now being booked at local libraries, pre-schools and elementary schools to appear for readings. Hawkair added their support by buying several copies for their little passengers to enjoy during the flights. Kasiks Wilderness Resort TERRACE, BC Located in Northwest BC on Hwy 16, Sixty Kilometers west of Terrace; minutes from Shames Mountain Ski Resort. Offering Deluxe accommodations, home cooked meals, dry campsites, fish freezer & ice. The perfect escape from the everyday. Take a walk through the Old Growth Forest, enjoy roasting marshmallows around a campfire, find a trail or just sit back, relax and catch a movie in the lounge. Chris Howard is a teacher and business owner in Smithers. For each book Lydia sells to Hawkair customers she will donate 20% of proceeds to Jack Armstrong, a three year old boy who lives in Terrace and is bravely fighting leukemia. To purchase a book, and ensure that 20% of the proceeds go directly to Jack and his family at this difficult time, buy online www.greysjourney.com and be sure to write in the special instructions “Hawkair”. info@kasiks .ca www.kasiks.ca Reservations (250) 615-3521 23 how to tan a hide. Throughout the year other displays are brought in to the museum including the local artist’s exhibit during the Annual Art Show in June and July. The museum is open year round with the winter hours being scaled back. High Level is part of the Peace River Country and although about 202,350 hectares are farmed this far north, there are millions more hectares waiting to be opened. Because the grain elevators in the town are north of the 58th parallel, they are said to be the most northerly in the world. To see the elevators go south of the museum to 114 Avenue and turn east. COMMUNITY spotlight High Level By Joan Donaldson-Yarmey High Level is at Kilometre 298 on the Mackenzie Highway (Highway 35), which runs from Grimshaw to the Northwest Territories. Although the fur traders had been coming through the area since 1786, it wasn’t until 1947 that the first settlers arrived. High Level was given its name because it is situated on a height of land between the Peace and Hay rivers. The town now has a population of over 3500 residents with another 20,000 in its trading area. The region has a subarctic climate, which means it has long, very cold winters and short cool to mild summers. However, the hottest recorded temperature was 35.2C on August 9, 1985. The coldest temperature recorded was -50.6C on January 13, 1972. At the south end of town is the Mackenzie Crossroads Museum Interpretive Centre in a large log building with a red tin roof. Inside is a replica of a Northern Trading Post with an old counter, scale, and merchandise on shelves, most of which was donated by local residents. Sometimes, because of lack of money, early settlers would trade farm fresh food such as chickens, eggs, or ducks for dry goods including cornstarch, lamp oil, and peppermint extract. There is also a trapper’s cabin with lynx, coyote, marten, and fox pelts. Some of the native tools are a flesher, scraper, and curved knife, plus there are instructions on 24 At the north end of High Level is the junction with Highway 58 which runs to Fort Vermilion. A 32.4 kilometre drive along this highway takes you to a parking area for the St. Bernadette’s Church on the Child Lake Indian Reserve. Walk through the church yard, past the cemetery, and down a slight hill to the Eleske Shrine. During the early to mid-1900’s there were frequent and deadly tuberculosis outbreaks among the First Nations peoples. Work on the Eleske Shrine, designed to replicate Notre-Dame de Lourdes in France, was begun in 1944 to thank St. Bernadette for saving the area’s people from a tuberculosis epidemic. Even though the shrine wasn’t completed until 1954, the first pilgrimage was held on September 8, 1945. Every July since, an annual pilgrimage is made to the shrine by local residents and descendants of past residents. High Level is in the Footner Lakes Forest region. The forest, at 76,901 square kilometres, is the largest in Alberta. Oil fields were discovered in the area in the 1960’s and the tower is a service center to the oil and gas industry to this day. Hunting, trapping, fishing, and recreational activities abound within the region, but most of the forest is inaccessible so much of its flora and fauna are unseen and unspoiled. Story Continued on page 27 NORTHERN FARMS Seventy five percent of all the farms in northern Alberta are in the Peace Country, the only land in Canada where full scale farming occurs north of the 58th parallel. Because of the agriculture and forest products of this region, politicians decided, in 1905, to set the northern boundary of Alberta at the 60th parallel, so the district would be included in the province. Your Community Connection Our customers, our staff, and the towns and cities we serve all make up the CityWest community. As a CityWest customer, you are part of a connected community of over 15,000 northwestern B.C. residents and businesses. With our advanced fibre-optic facilities, we connect communities and people to the world and to each other. We create jobs, invest in our region and support non-profit and civic organizations. By supporting CityWest, you are supporting positive activities in your community. As a member of the CityWest community, we want to hear from you, so that we can serve you better. Welcome to CityWest. 25 26 If you want to do some picnicking or fishing while in the area, go another 30 kilometres north on the Mackenzie Highway and turn left onto the gravel road to the Hutch Lake Recreation Area. As you drive look to your left and in the distance is the spillway for the dam on the Meander River that forms Hutch Lake. Shortly past that is the turn left for the recreation area. You will drive beside the grassed hill of the dam, which was completed in 1989, and reach the recreation day use area where you can picnic, launch a boat, fish, and swim. From the junction of the Highway 58 and the MacKenzie Highway go north for 3.4 kilometres to the Fox Haven Golf Club. If golf is your sport and you are in High Level on the weekend closest to the summer solstice, enter the annual Midnight Open Golf Tournament. It begins at midnight, because at this latitude it is daylight most of the night. NORTHERN LIGHTS If you are travelling the Mackenzie Highway at night, especially in the winter, watch for the aurora borealis also known as the northern lights. The luminous rippling bands can be seen about 300 nights a year in this area and this is the best road from which to view them. Between Peace River and Edmonton, the number of sightings drop to approximately 160 a year and in the south part of the province they only appear about 30 nights a year. For those who want some exercise combined with a nice walk through the forest, get back onto the road and drive another 5.3 kilometres to the Hutch Lake Forestry Interpretive Trail. There is a map at the beginning of the trail and many different signs to read as you walk. It is a five kilometre loop so expect to take a while. Bring along a hat, sunscreen, water, and bug repellent. Discover the joy of FingerCooking PUT FOOD ON THE TABLE WITHOUT SETTING FOOT IN THE KITCHEN For a great view of the area once you have finished your hike, continue on the gravel road and you quickly begin to climb. Kilometre 3.7 you turn right into the parking area for the Watt Mountain viewpoint. Take the short trail to the lookout where you will see the road you just travelled and the surrounding, tree-covered hills. Joan Donaldson-Yarmey has written seven travel books on Alberta, B.C. and the Yukon and Alaska. She is the creator of the Travelling Detective Series. “Illegally Dead” is the first novel of the series followed by “The Only Shadow In The House” is the second. The third novel “Whistler’s Murder” came out in 2011 as an e-book through Books We Love. 27 Turkey Chili Contributed by Zach; Hawkair Flight Attendant Ingredients 2 cups chopped onion 4 garlic cloves, chopped fine 1 cup chopped green pepper 1/2 cup of canned nibblet corn 1/4 cup olive oil Two 35 oz cans stewed tomatoes, crushed Two 15 oz cans kidney beans, drained 2 Tbsp tomato paste 3/4 cup of low sodium chicken or turkey stock use 2 Tbsp chili powder (or up to 4 Tbsp if you like it really hot) 1 Tbsp ground cumin 1 Tbsp dried hot red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 Tbsp salt, plus more if desired to taste 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 3 to 4 cups of shredded, cooked turkey meat Sugar Shredded cheddar cheese, chopped red onion, sour cream for optional garnish. In preparation for Thanksgiving, and in anticipation of turkey leftovers, I’ve been experimenting with various turkey dishes that use cooked turkey. This recipe is an easy one for turkey chili using turkey leftovers. Directions 1In a large, 8 litre, thick-bottom pot, cook the onion, corn and green pepper, over medium high heat, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, for a minute or two more. Add a bit more olive oil if needed. 2Add tomatoes, tomato paste, stock, beans, oregano, salt, pepper, and cooked turkey meat. Bring mixture to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, for an hour. 3Salt to taste. Add 1 to 3 teaspoons of sugar to take the edge of the acidity of the tomatoes if desired. The chili may be made in advance and chilled for 2 days, or frozen for 2 months. Serve with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped red onion, and or sour cream. Serve alone, over rice, or with corn bread. Office: 250-635-9184 Cell: 250-615-8993 Fax: 250-635-9186 Shannon McAllister Owner/Managing Broker 200-4665 Lazelle Ave, Terrace, BC V8G 1S8 [email protected] www.terracerealestatecompany.com Helping You... Move up, Move on, And Move Around! 28 I K S PLay LI e W Y . t i VE O L l l ou’ . t i VE Get Shamed! in over 40 feet of annual snowfall 2 Backcountry Ski/Fly-in Touring Cabins 28 Ski Hill Runs & Trails, Vertical 488 m (1600 ft) + World-Class Ski Touring Access Endless Front & Backcountry Sled Terrain 35km of Groomed XC Ski Trails + 5km of Lit Trails 2 Full-sized Ice Rinks & Curling Club www.VisitTerrace.com & www.ShamesMountain.com facebook.com/VisitTerrace 29 photo C O N T E S T Above: Sean Pylot after hip surgery at Children’s Hospital in Vancouver. Grab your copy of Northern Routes and bring it and your camera to some lovely or faraway place. Take a picture of yourself or a friend holding the magazine, with the cover showing clearly, and send it to us. If we print your photo in an upcoming in-flight magazine, we’ll send you a t-shirt! Mail your submission to: Hawkair, 4345 Bristol Road, Terrace, BC V8G 0E9, or better yet, e-mail the submission as an attachment to [email protected] Label your submission “Photo contest” and remember to include your name, mailing address and phone number. Please also provide a brief description of where your photo was taken. Above Left: Jackson Reimer on the set of Gold Rush, with Todd Hoffman, the main star of the show. Jackson used Hawkair, Airnorth, and Fireweed Helicopters to get to the set. Above Right: Blueberry Bert, Phyllis and Bill Bertran. He is the mascot for the Sioux Lookout Ontario Blueberry festival. This year is the 30th year it has run. The town is also celebrating it’s 100th year anniversary. ARE YOU READY FOR TRULY FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS? Kelowna Business Centre 250 470 - 4802 Kamloops Business Centre 250 851- 4917 Prince George Business Centre 250 561-5415 Terrace Business Centre 1 800 663-5035 Fort St. John Business Centre 250 787-7097 bdc.ca 30 “On August 24, 2012 my daughter Carla Christiansen married the LOVE of her life! Thank you Hawkair for flying my family to witness the beginning of a wonderful life together!” – Susie Smith from the Haisla Nation Above: Dave and Emma Dannemiller, with their two boys Max and “DJ”.with the magazine being held in front of the iconic “Las Vegas” sign. Market fresh inspired menu changes daily Above: Kathy Jewer and Liz Smaha with Aaron Pritchett. Hawkair sponsored him to come up to Telkwa for their 100th birthday BBQ. Right: Heimke Haldane in front of wall that will be part of Olympic Museum in London. It has all Team Great Britain athletes (542) signatures that took part in London 2012 events. 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