Grizz Ed program brings environmental lessons to Chetwynd
Grizz Ed, a BC tour by Environment, Lands and Parks and Vancouver Grizzlies, brings a $1 million education initiative to Grade 4-7 students. The program uses theatre and workshops to teach biodiversity, ecosystems, habitat, and human bear conflict. Grizz Ed coordinator Patrice Heppell notes a June 8 arrival week in Chetwynd with more details to follow.
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Chetwynd Fire Fighters Honored for MDAC Fundraising
Chetwynd firefighters received the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada Excellence in Fundraising award in the 5000 to 7000 dollar category after raising 6111 dollars in fiscal year 1997 through the Boot Drive golf tournament and raffle sales. The group thanks the public for supporting neuromuscular disorder services and research. MDAC provides support and equipment to Canadians with Duchenne muscular dystrophy ALS and spinal muscular atrophy. Firefighters nationwide have supported MDAC since 1954.
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Chetwynd Chamber launches appreciation blitz
The Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce begins a two week radio blitz to highlight five economic sectors Mining and Petroleum Forestry and Trail Retail and Home business Hospitality and Construction. Daniel Rothisberger, vice-president, says the effort addresses the diverse economy and aims to reinforce local resources and future opportunities.
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