Enforcement boosts curb on Chetwynd accidents
Sgt Jerritt notes stricter enforcement cut overall accidents in Chetwynd while fatal crashes rose to seven in 1976 from 1974 75. Three November 1976 fatalities involved seat belt nonuse and liquor contributing factors. First offenders face three month licence suspensions under July 15 1976 Motor Vehicle Act changes with longer suspensions for higher damages and repeat offenses. License suspension takes effect immediately after conviction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sgt
Jerritt
Chetwynd
Chetwynd Det
Motor Vehicle Branch
Letter urging end to cruel fur trapping in British Columbia
The Association for the Protection of Fur-Bearing Animals criticizes the change in BC ministers and urges Sam Rawlf to ban leg hold traps and other cruel methods. It recalls Grace McCarthy’s 24 month commitment and Social Credit’s 1975 pledge to ban cruel trapping, calling for public action to save thousands of animals. Mrs Bunty Clements signs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Association For the Protection of
A.P.F.A
Grace McCarthy
Sam Rawlf
Social Credit Party
S. Rawlf
McCarthy
B.C
Why I Like The Echo In Chetwynd District
A reader extols The Echo for its concise, community oriented content and its friendly tone. It highlights letters to the editor, local notices, and practical tips while noting occasional light feuds over letters. Also included is a meeting notice for Peace River Alaska Highway Tourism Association and a waffle making tip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmonton
Harrasses
The
Echo
Chetwynd
Peace River
Quebec Election Echoes and Socialist Threats
Frank Oberle compares Quebec and British Columbia voting patterns to 1972 BC and argues the PQ campaign centers on corruption and social planning while soft pedaling independence. Liberals cast the threat as treasonous to unite free enterprise and socialism, with fears both regions will polarize to two extreme options and alternate saviors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.C
N.D.P
Party
Quebecois
Quebec
Rene Levesque
English
Canada
P.Q
British Columbia
Union National Party
Free
Social Credit
Bennett Sr
Progres sive Conservative Party Seen as British Columbia’s Alternative
The author argues Quebec and British Columbia party dynamics show two major groups fail to accommodate a broader spectrum. He suggests a new free enterprise option to absorb roughly 15 percent socialist support and counterbalance the two main parties, positing the Progressive Conservative Party as the eventual bulwark against the two lesser forces.
Resource guide on women's studies sent to schools
Dr Pat McGeer announces distribution of the Resource Guide for Women's Studies for High School Students to all school districts in the province. The guide, prepared by Dr Jane Gaskell of UBC and Heather Knapp, covers women's roles across history, family, economy, arts, politics, law, and education. Local course development requires school board approval. For more information contact Seth Halton at the Ministry of Education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat McGeer
Board of School Trustees
Jane Gaskell
UBC
Faculty of Education
Heather
Knapp
Richmond
McGeer
Chetwynd social notes guests and curling update
CHIT-CHAT reports Connies' library service honored by the board, a Chetwynd bonspiel kickoff, and a breakfast hosted by Minister Vander Zalm with guests including Mayor Lasser John Jackman and Bunne Hoffman. Visitors to Ralph Larsen’s home included Del Mitchell Jason and Corky of Edmonton en route to Fort Nelson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayor Lasser
John Jackman
Bunne Hoffman
Bill Vander Zalm
B.C
Chetwynd
Ralph Larsen
del Mitchell
Jason
Corky
Edmonton
Fort Nelson
Mitchells
Pete McCannon
Dawson Creek
Safe Driving Week and February Traffic Trends
The Canada Safety Council urges drivers to adjust to winter conditions during Safe Driving Week as February fatalities decline due to fewer trips and better adaptation. Experts note accidents reflect driver choices, not conditions, and suggest making driving safer by planning around weather. Local statistics for Chetwynd are presented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada Safety Council
Canada
The
Safety Council
Chetwynd
Evening Classes Planned For Dawson Creek Chetwynd Area
Planning is underway for a January 24 1977 start of evening classes with courses including Gardening Painting Chinese Cooking Cross Country Skiing Small Engine Repair and GED high school tutoring. The GED course runs to Easter with exams possible in Dawson Creek or Chetwynd, while other offerings await instructor commitments and January 1977 air brake plans. Mass registration is set for January 10 and 13 at Chetwynd Secondary School with volunteer helpers welcome at 788 9345.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Education
Dawson Creek
Dept. of Labour and Canada Manpowers
Chetwynd Secondary School
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Mrs. Bunty Clements
Peace Valley Environmental Association
Chetwynd Motor Hotel
Chetwynd, B.C
Frank
Progressive Conservative Party
Seth Halton
Ministry of Education
Parliament Buildings
Victoria
Connies
Hal Smith
Barb
Don Shearer
Fawkland B.C
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