ICBC Fact of the Week
Parents, is your child getting ready to write their L? Please note that when they come in to write their L you must be present to fill out a parental consent for. Make sure that your child has primary ID ( birth certificate, passport, citizenship card) and secondary ID (bank card, status card, student card). Make sure that you also have ID with you.
Kaleidoscope of Change Classes
Hatha Yoga Classes: First Class Free
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that if you are under the age of 19 and want to go on a payment plan, your parnet or guardian must cosign for it? Remember to bring a void cheque as well.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that if you are 18 or under and you purchase a vehicle your parent or guardian must sign the transfer paper? If you are having trouble filling it out please bring it in to us and we can help you.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Do you have your car insured for drivers with more than 10 years of driving experience? Did you know that as long as a person with less than 10 years of driving experience does not live in your household, they may drive your vehicle? However, if they are driving your vehicle often, you should consider changing your insurance to cover drivers with less than 10 years of driving experience.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Do you have a new driver in your home? If you have a person with an L or an N in your household, who will be driving your vehicle, you need to chnage the rate class of your insurance so that people with less than 10 years of driving experience can drive your vehicle.
District of New Hazelton, ICBC & Fitness Center Holiday Schedule
District of New Hazelton & ICBC
Holiday Hours
Friday, December 23 ~ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Monday, December 26 ~ Closed
Tuesday, December 27 ~ Closed
Monday, January 2 ~ Closed
Regular hours apply to dates not listed above.
Fitness Center Holiday Hours
Friday, December 23rd - Monday, January 2nd ~ Closed
Hazelton Region Transit Holiday Schedule
Sunday, December 25th - No Service
Monday, December 26th - No Service
Monday, January 2nd - No Service
Regular schedule applies to dates not listed above.
Santa Shuffle
For more information on the Santa Shuffle please click here.
Winter Fest 2011
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that if you are under the age of 19 ICBC requires that a parental/guardian consent form be filled out before the minor can get their license? In order to apply for their BCID their parent/guardian must sign the BCID application form and to be on a payment plan for their car insurance they must have a cosigner.
Official Election Results
OFFICIAL RESULTS - MAYOR
| CANDIDATE | TOTAL # OF VOTES |
| LOWRY, Gail (Elected) | 111 |
| HENWOOD, Robert | 31 |
OFFICIAL RESULTS - COUNCILLORS
| CANDIDATE | TOTAL # OF VOTES |
| WEEBER, Mike (INCUMBENT - ELECTED) | 118 |
| HENWOOD, Braunwyn (INCUMBENT - ELECTED) | 115 |
| WILLSON, Janet (INCUMBENT - ELECTED) | 113 |
| STURNEY, Ray (ELECTED) | 97 |
| BURNS, George (INCUMBENT - ELECTED) | 94 |
| WEEBER, Pieter (ELECTED) | 91 |
| SIMMS, Richard | 72 |
| ANDERSEN, Normand | 61 |
To view the Declaration of Official Elections Results please click here.
To view the Ballet Accounts please click here.
General Local Election
Location: District of New Hazelton, Council Chambers, 3026 Bowser Street, New Hazelton, BC
Date: November 19, 2011
Time: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
If you are not on the list of electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications:
- 18 years of age or older
- Canadian citizen
- resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day
- resident of or registered owner of real property in the District of New Hazelton for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and
- not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.
Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signiture). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.
Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signiture) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the other property owners.
Acceptable forms of identification include: British Columbia's Driver's Licence, British Columbia Identification Card, Owner's Certificate of Insurance and Vehicle Licence, British Columbia CareCard, British Columbia Gold CareCard, Social Insurance Card, Citizenship Card, Real Property Tax Notice, Credit Card, Debit Card, and utility bill issued for the supply of electricity, natural gas, water, telephone services or coaxial cable services.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Have you recently turned 65? If so, ICBC has savings for you. If you are using your vehicle for pleasure use please come into our office and change it to senior pleasure use. This will give you a discount on your insurance premiums. Also, from now on your license renewal will only cost $17.00!
District Proclaims Restorative Justice Week
Whereas, in the face of crime or conflict, restorative justice offers a philosophy and approach that views these matters principally as harm done to people and relationships; and
Whereas, restorative justice approaches strive to provide support and opportunities for the voluntary participation and communication between those affected by crime and conflict (victims, offenders, community) to encourage accountability, reparation and a movement towards understanding, feelings of satisfaction, healing and a sense of closure; and
Whereas, this year’s theme for Restorative Justice Week is “Reflections Past, Present and Future”, it is an opportunity to learn about restorative justice, educate and celebrate along with other communities across the country during the week.
Therefore, I, Pieter Weeber, Mayor, do hereby proclaim
November 13 – November 20, 2011 as Restorative Justice Week
in the District of New Hazelton
ICBC Fact of the Week
Do you know what to do if you lose your license? You need to order a duplicate license, which costs $17.00. You will need to bring primary ID (birth certificate, passport, etc.) and secondary ID (bank or credit card, status card, etc.) If you do not have primary ID ICBC can issue you a temporary license but you will not get a new card until you come back to the office with primary ID.
Advance Voting Opportunity - General Local Election
Location: District of New Hazelton, Council Chambers, 3026 Bowser Street, New Hazelton, BC
Date: November 9, 2011
Time: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
If you are not on the list of electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications:
- 18 years of age or older
- Canadian citizen
- resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day
- resident of or registered owner of real property in the District of New Hazelton for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and
- not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.
Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signiture). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.
Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signiture) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the other property owners.
Acceptable forms of identification include: British Columbia's Driver's Licence, British Columbia Identification Card, Owner's Certificate of Insurance and Vehicle Licence, British Columbia CareCard, British Columbia Gold CareCard, Social Insurance Card, Citizenship Card, Real Property Tax Notice, Credit Card, Debit Card, and utility bill issued for the supply of electricity, natural gas, water, telephone services or coaxial cable services.
New Recycling Service For The Hazeltons
The District of New Hazelton is pleased to announce a new recycling service for the Hazeltons. For more information please click here.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that if you are getting a license or BCID for the first time you need to have both primary ID (birth certificate, passport, BCID or citizenship card) and secondary ID (status card, students card, bank or credit card, etc.).
Ballet Classes
For information on ballet classes please click here.
Declaration of Election By Voting
The District of New Hazelton has declared that election by voting will occur for the 2011 General Local Election. For more information please click here.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that you don't have to buy insurance for 3, 6, or 12 months? You can buy insurance from 3 months to a year (4 or 5 months, etc.). However, you may only finance for 6 or 12 months.
The Clean Bin Movie Project
Come out and watch the Clean Bin Project. For more information click here.
Zero Waste Halloween Tips
For information on Zero Waste Halloween Tips please click here.
Candidates for the 2011 General Local Election
The nomination period for the General Local Election on November 19, 2011 closed at 4pm on Friday, October 14th. For information on the candidates please click here.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that if you have defaulted on your autoplan payments and have a CASH ONLY status on you account you must pay upfront for your insurance for 2 years (3 months at a time is the minimum)? After your 2 years you may finance for 6 months and then you may finance for 1 year again.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that if ICBC cannot take your monthly payment out 2 months in a row then they will close your autoplan payment account? If this happens you will be given a CASH ONLY status on the ICBC system and will not be able to finance your insurance for the next 2 years.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that you do not need to bring in a new void cheque when you renew your insurance? However, each vehicle you insure does need a void cheque. If you are insuring a vehicle and putting a new plate on it, you will need a void cheque.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that if your payment for your payment plan cannot be taken out of your bank, ICBC charges you an extra $18.00 plus your bank charges you an NSF fee? If you know in advance that your payment will not be able to come out please come into our office at least 2 days before the scheduled payment and change your payment date.
Hazelton Figure Skating Registration
Click on the following link to download the registration form.
http://www.newhazelton.ca/images/uploads/2011_skating_registration.doc
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that once you've payed a ticket you can no longer dispute it?
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that ICBC has online practice tests and an app for iphones? We highly recommend that you do the practice tests and are able to get 100% before you come in to our office to take the test. Remember to read the book as well! You can pick up a copy at our office.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Make sure you cancell your insurance if you sell your vehicle. You could end up paying insurance on a vehicle that isn't even yours anymore!
ICBC Fact of the Week
Do you know why you have to remove your glasses and have a neutral expression when your license of BCID picture is taken?
It's because ICBC has a facial recognition system to help prevent identity theft. The glasses interfere with the system recognizing your facial structure.
Address Changes & Property Taxes
The District of New Hazelton would like to remind property owners of New Hazelton, who have had a change of address, to please contact BC Assessment and change their address for their land taxes. The BC Assessment phone number is 1-800-990-1116.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that the principle operator of a vehicle cannot renew the insurance on the vehicle? Only the registered owner(s) are allowed to renew. However, if they sign the back of their notice to renew they may fill it out to authorize another (non-owner) to renew their policy.
ICBC fact of the Week
If you pay for a speeding ticket within a month of recieving it you get $25 off of the fine. Just make sure you bring the ticket with you!
Job Opportunity -Development Services Officer
The District of New Hazelton is looking to hire a Development Services Officer. For more information click here.
ICBC Fact of the Week
Did you know that safe driving points start right from when you get your L? You do not have to have a vehicle insured in your name for your points to start building.
Address Changes
Our ICBC component would like to remind the residents of areas surrounding New Hazelton that many of their addresses have changed. If you are one of those affected please bring in your insurance documents and licenses and we can change the addresses for free.
If you are uncertain of your new address please select the location that you live in and it will link you to a pdf with the new addresses for your area. The area highlighted in red is your old address and the green area is your new address. Please be aware that you most likely have a new postal code as well.
New to Our Website
We have now posted our bylaws on the website! To take a look go to http://www.newhazelton.ca/documents/bylaws/.
New at the Tourist Info Center!
The Tourist Information Center has a new member! Come and check out the cougar that has been installed in the museum upstairs!
Council Meeting Scheduled for August 8th
The District of New Hazelton would like to inform the public that the meeting of council in the month of August will be held on August 8th, 2011. The council meeting will begin at 7:15 pm in the District of New Hazelton Council Chambers located at 3026 Bowser Street, New Hazelton.
This will be a regular council meeting with a regular agenda.
Hagwilget Bridge Closures
For more information about the closure of the Hagwilget Bridge click here.
New Hazelton Fitness Center
Did you know that New Hazelton has a Fitness Center?
- We are located at 2925 Fielding Street (Old Curling Rink).
- Our hours are 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Monday - Friday. We are closed weekends and holidays.
- You can call the district of New Hazelton for more information or reach the staff (during fitness center hours) by calling 250-842-6571.
- Our equipment includes: treadmills, exercise bikes, a rowing machine, elliptical trainers, weight machines, free weights, an ab machine, chin-up bars, exercise balls, bosu balls, mats , and a punching bag!
| Rates | $ |
| Drop in Fee | $5.00 |
| 10 Visit Punch Card | $40.00 |
| 1 Month Membership | $35.00 |
| 3 Month Membership | $85.00 |
| 6 Month Membership | $150.00 |
| 1 Year Membership | $220.00 |
Canada Day
The District of New Hazelton invites you to come and celebrate Canada Day on July 1st at Allan Park. To see what we have planned click here!
For the schedule of events click here.
Council Meeting scheduled for May 9th
The District of New Hazelton would like to inform the public that the meeting of council in the month of May will be held on May 9th, 2011. The council meeting will begin at 7:15 pm in the District of New Hazelton Council Chambers located at 3026 Bowser Street, New Hazelton.
This will be a regular council meeting with a regular agenda. The agenda includes the presentation of the 2010 annual report and financial statements, discussion about the sale of the New Hazelton Pub and Hotel and a report from administration on new employees/ summer students.
Scrap Metal Clean Up
Second April Council Meeting Scheduled
The District of New Hazelton would like to inform the public that a second meeting of council in the month of April will be held on April 18th, 2011. The council meeting will begin at 7:15 pm in the District of New Hazelton Council Chambers located at 3026 Bowser Street, New Hazelton.
This will be a regular council meeting with a regular agenda. The agenda includes the presentation of the 2010 financial statements and addresses Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 303.
Bylaw No. 303 concerns the rezoning of Lots 1-7 in Block 90 from residential use to commercial use for a fishing lodge.
Easter Holiday Closures
The District of New Hazelton/ICBC and the Hazelton Fitness Center will be closed Good Friday, April 22nd and Easter Monday, April 25th.
Roche View Lodge Open House
Come and see the exciting changes that have been happening at Roche View Lodge. Roche View Lodge is holding an open house Sunday, March 27th from 1 - 3 pm. Everyone is welcome!
Road Dust Advisory
The Ministry of Environment has issued a Road Dust Advisory for Burns Lake, Houston, Telkwa, Smithers and Terrace because of high concentrations of dust that are expected to persist for the next few days.
Ministry of Environment Advisory Link
Zero Waste Art Installation
The Terrace Public Library is putting on a Zero Waste display from March 1 - 31. For more information check out the Regional District of Kitimat Stikine website www.rdks.bc.ca .
For a preview click the link Zero Waste Posters
Recycle Your Ink Cartridges
The District of New Hazelton is now taking used ink cartridges. Please keep the number of ink cartridges to a reasonable number.
District Proclaims Drinking Water Week in New Hazelton
Mayor Weeber Proclaims Heritage Week in New Hazelton
To celebrate this year's centennial of both BC Parks and Parks Canada, the Heritage Week 2011 theme is "A Century of Conservation: Parks and Cultural Landscapes."
While British Columbia's parks are renowned for their exceptional natural beauty and world-class recreation opportunities, they also conserve some of our most significant cultural treasures and historic landmarks. One such place is Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park in the Fraser Canyon.
The Alexandra suspension bridge, built in 1926, is a testament to engineering ingenuity and the advent of auto travel. Decades before, another bridge bore the thousands of fortune seekers streaming up the Cariboo Wagon Road to the fabled gold fields of the Interior. And since time immemorial, generations of First Nations have gathered a lifegiving harvest from the waters of the river that carved out the canyon below. We have many reasons to celebrate our heritage and our parks.
Therefore, I, Pieter Weeber, Mayor,
do hereby proclaim February 21-27, 2011
as Heritage Week in the District of New Hazelton
2011 Census Job Opportunity
If you are over 18 years old and can commit to at least 20 hours per week including evenings, weekends and holidays, apply now.
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Public Works Notice: Snow Plowing
District of New Hazelton Consolidates Phone System
The District of New Hazelton would like to inform the public that it has made changes to its phone system. ICBC, the New Hazelton Fitness Center, the New Hazelton Meeting Centre, the New Hazelton Non-Emergency Fire Department, and the District of New Hazelton's after hours emergency contacts can now be reached at 250-842-6571. After hours please listen to phone directory recording and select the extension that you would like to reach.
Hazelton Weekend at Hudson Bay Mountain
January 8th & 9th is the Hazelton Weekend at Hudson Bay Mountain. Hazelton Area residents can purchase a full day pass for $20.11!
Also on Sunday the Hudson Bay Mountain is hosting the BV Electric Flash Race series which is a fun race setup that anyone can enter. The fees are $5.00 for youth (12 and under), $8.00 for adults and $30.00 for a family of five. The race series will be video taped and in the afternoon the video will be played in the lounge. Further, there will be a number of draw prizes to be won!
District of New Hazelton Holiday Greeting
District of New Hazelton/ICBC & New Hazelton Fitness Center Holiday Hours
District of New Hazelton/ICBC Holiday Hours
December 24 - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
December 27 - Closed
December 28 - Closed
December 31 - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
January 3 - Closed
Regular hours apply to dates not listed above.
New Hazelton Fitness Center Holiday Hours
December 27 - 31 - Closed
November Proclaimed Adoption Awareness Month by Mayor Weeber
The District of New Hazelton Invites You to Winterfest 2010
District of New Hazelton Looking for Volunteers for Winterfest 2010
Volunteers Needed
The District of New Hazelton is looking for volunteers to help with organizing our annual Winterfest on December 3, 2010. Please contact Robyn at the District of New Hazelton at 250-842-6571 if you can help or for more information. Office hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Friday.
Mayor and Council Celebrate Successful Grand Opening
Mayor Piete Weeber and Council celebrated the Grand Opening of the District of New Hazelton Office following the extensive renovations that took place throughout the summer. The celebration took place on October 20th with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Garage Sale. The celebration was a success with members of the community stopping by throughout the day to view the renovations and check out the items for sale. All proceeds from the Garage Sale were donated to the Hazelton Public Library.
Mayor Proclaims October as Foster Family Month
District of New Hazelton
Proclamation
October has been proclaimed Foster Family Month in British Columbia. This year is the 20th Anniversary of Foster Family Month in British Columbia – a time to celebrate fostering and recognize the remarkable contribution foster families make in our communities and in the lives of children, youth and families.
There are approximately 3,400 foster families in British Columbia. Whether they provide emergency, short or long term care, foster families play an invaluable role in the lives of children in British Columbia. Foster parents come from all walks of life. They are our neighbours and colleagues. They have diverse cultural, social and economic backgrounds. They bring different life experiences to their role and they have different reasons for doing the work they do. They are ordinary people engaged in extraordinary acts of kindness.
Foster parents help make our communities stronger by providing the foundation a child needs to develop and grow into a confident adult. There is no job more important than that of a parent – biological, adoptive, or foster. To help raise a future generation is a tremendous responsibility. Ongoing support and recognition in the community are vital to show existing families that their efforts are appreciated and to help encourage more people to get involved in fostering.
Therefore, I, Pieter Weeber, Mayor, do hereby proclaim
October 2010 as Foster Family Month
in the District of New Hazelton
District of New Hazelton Grand Opening and Garage Sale
Come and Celebrate the District of New Hazelton's Grand Opening and Garage Sale on October 20th. Garage Sale items include bicycles, computers, montors, keyboards, cables, printers, air conditioners, windows, file cabinets, and desks. Click on the link below for more information.
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Hazeltons Recycling Guide
The Regional District of Kitimat Stikine in partnership with the District of New Hazelton and the Village of Hazelton has produced a Hazeltons Recyling Guide for your information.
http://www.newhazelton.ca/images/uploads/Hazelton%20brochure%20May%205(1).pdf
What will New Hazelton Look Like in 2020?
The District of New Hazelton is drafting an Official Community Plan (OCP) to guide the municipality in its decision making over the next decade. The 2010 OCP is seeking the input of residents and proprietors from New Hazelton to generate the best possible plan as we head towards to 2020. Should you wish to participate please click here.
Olympic Torch in New Hazelton!!!
On January 30th 2010, New Hazelton hosted the start of the Olympic Torch Relay through the Hazeltons. We were honored to be chosen as a host community. The outdoor celebration at Allen Park to welcome the Olympic Flame was a memory that will not quickly be forgotten !!
The District of New Hazelton Council and Staff would like to thank all who came out to celebrate the arrival of the Olympic Flame with us. We would also like to thank the volunteers who came and gave of themselves to make the event such a success.
A special thank you to the Hazelton Community Choir, the All Clans Dancers, and the Gidahmes Dancers for their performances at the celebration.
Congratulations to the Gidahmes Dancers who performed at the 2010 Olympic Games!!
