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International figure skating champion Kurt Browning arrived in the Cariboo Friday and was transported to his hotel in a logging truck. For story and more photos see page A17.

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

NEWS

Charges laid in heroin bust A Quesnel man is facing drug trafficking charges after being busted with heroin.

Last Friday the Quesnel RCMP Drug Section executed a search warrant pursuant to the controlled drugs and substance act at a residence in the 200 block of Bouchie Street.

A search of the residence resulted in the seizure of heroin as well as drug trafficking paraphernalia.

A 30-year-old Quesnel male was arrested and later released on documents to appear in court at a later date. The male faces charges of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking.

Anyone with any information regarding illegal drug activity, call the Quesnel RCMP at 250-992-9211. Or, if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

With Crimestoppers, you do not have to provide your name and you do not have to testify in court. Crimestoppers pays up to $2000 in cash rewards for information which leads to an arrest or the recovery of drugs or stolen property.

Quesnel Rotary looking to hand out cash As a result of funding received under the BC Gaming Community Grant programme, Rotary Club of Quesnel is inviting funding requests from local community groups for individual grants of $500 to $5,000 to a cumulative total of $5,000.

Applications must be received by May 15 2012, submitted by way of the Funding Request Form to be found on the Club’s website, www.quesnelrotary.com.

Preference will be given to

applications most closely meeting the Club’s Project Funding criteria while also meeting the eligibility requirements of BC Gaming Community Grants.

The Guidelines and Conditions of BC Gaming Community Grants may be found on the website of BC Ministry of Public Safety & Solicitor General, www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/gaming/ grants/community-gaming. htm.

Successful applicants will receive funding by June 30 of this year.

Business Tip of the Week Understanding Financial Statements

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WƵďůŝĐ ŶŽƟĐĞ͗ ƌŝƟƐŚ ŽůƵŵďŝĂ hƟůŝƟĞƐ ŽŵŵŝƐƐŝŽŶ FORTISBC ENERGY UTILITIES INTEND TO AMALGAMATE NATURAL GAS SERVICE IN B.C. AND IMPLEMENT COMMON RATES On April 11, 2012, the FortisBC Energy Utilities applied to the British Columbia Utilities Commission to amalgamate their natural gas utilities across the province and to implement common rates and services across their service areas starting January 1, 2014. Currently, FortisBC Energy Utilities is made up of three separate natural gas companies, operating in six service areas. The companies have their own services, service agreements (tariffs) and rates. If approved, the application would combine the three companies into one, under a single tariff, with common rates for the various regions.

This Application has different implications for customers in each service area. If approved, customers in the Vancouver Island and Whistler service areas will see rate decreases, while customers in the Lower Mainland, Columbia, Inland, and Fort Nelson service areas will see an overall rate increase.

PUBLIC REVIEW PROCESS The Commission is initiating a review of FortisBC Energy Utilities’ Application. To view the timetable for this hearing and the Application go to www.bcuc.com select “Current Applications” under “Quick Links” and scroll to “FEU Common Rates, Amalgamation and Rate Design.”

HOW TO GET INVOLVED If you wish to participate actively in the review process, you may register as an Intervener or an Interested Party with the Commission Secretary in writing, using the contact information at the end of this notice. All submissions and/or correspondence received from active participants or the general public relating to the Application will be placed on the public record and posted to the Commission’s website.

If you wish to attend the Public Workshop or the Procedural Conference please register with the Commission Secretary using the contact information at the end of this Notice.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER For more information please contact Ms. Alanna Gillis, Acting Commission Secretary at Commission.Secretary@bcuc.com or using the Commission contact information.

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FortisBC Energy Utilities Inc. Kelowna Office 1975 Springfield Road Kelowna, BC V1Y 7V7

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

NEWS

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Teachers to halt after-school activities However, ordered to write report cards

highly valued activities and we sincerely regret that. But we have Public school to look at the teachers have bigger picture voted 73 per cent and the longer in favour of withterm.” drawing extracurThe decision is ricular activities expected to pit province-wide to teachers who still intensify pressure want to coach on the provincial teams and run government in the student clubs in continuing labour defiance of the dispute.

BCTF decision The vote of against more the B.C. Teachmilitant teachers’ Federation ers who will be (BCTF) could able to ask their affect everyunion locals to thing from high take disciplinary school graduation action. ceremonies to Education upcoming sports Minister George events.

Abbott told Meanwhile, a reporters the decision of B.C.’s BCTF vote to Labour Relations ban extracurricuBoard has ordered lar activities will unionized teachers divide teachers, to prepare secondpunish students term report cards and leave parents immediately, overseeing funcsomething some tions like grad had resisted as part of job acBCTF president Susan Lambert speaks to reporters in Vancouver ceremonies.

“It’s their pertion. The ruling Wednesday.

Kate Webb/Metro sonal decision,” gives teachers Abbott said. until April 27 to cooling off period. a wrenching choice.

“And I don’t believe have them ready.

A total of 21,625 “Teachers struggle it’s appropriate for Public school teachteachers voted to with this because the BCTF to be trying ers walked out for ban volunteer work, these activities bring to interfere in that.” three days in March while 7,846 voted so much joy to our Abbott also debefore the provincial no. BCTF president engagement with fended his choice government passed Susan Lambert said students,” she said. of a mediator in the Bill 22, legislating cancelling extracur“We know this will dispute, Dr. Charles them back to work ricular activities was mean the loss of some Jago, who the BCTF with a six-month JEFF NAGEL Black Press

alleges is biased.

If talks with the BCTF fail to reach a mediated settlement, the government would likely legislate a two-year contract, ending June 30, 2013.

Abbott said he can’t guarantee that the dispute won’t disrupt the start of the school year next fall.

The action plan approved by the BCTF membership also calls for a public awareness campaign to mobilize public opposition to Bill 22, a possible future vote on a full withdrawal of services and work in advance of the May 2013 election “to bring in a new government” that will repeal the legislation.

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

NEWS

The story of deaccession

Quesnel museum and archives sometimes has to make tough decisions One of the strengths of the Quesnel Museum is its extensive and diverse collection.

The Cariboo District Historical Society began collecting artifacts in the 1950s many years before there was a permanent museum.

Community members have been generous in donating both unusual items and more common things that saw daily use in the past.

The addition in 1986 of almost the entire contents of the Bohanon Fuller House swelled the collection and added many prized artifacts.

For some time now the size of the collection has reached the capacity of the existing museum, making it challenging to find space to create new exhibits, to properly store and care for the artifacts and to accept new donations. Plans were developed a few years ago for a new facility, but we all recognize that is a vision which will take time and money to accomplish. In the interim museum staff and a subcommittee of the Museum and Heritage Commission began a review of the collection.

Often we have several examples of the same type of object. If there are technological changes in an object over time

or different styles in its decoration, we may want to keep several. Often though, we have multiples which are quite similar. We then look at the condition and the history associated with the artifacts. If we know who owned an object, where it was found or that it was used in the Quesnel area, the artifact is of greater historical value to our museum. Objects purchased outside our community or even something that a local resident inherits, but it was never used here are of more questionable significance for the museum. Through this process we make decisions about items that should be kept and others that should be “deaccessioned.”

What happens to an item if it is deaccessioned? Some we keep, but transfer to the education collection so it can be handled by the public and used in school programs. We offer items to other museums. In the last year or so we have transferred artifacts to Barkerville, Cottonwood House, Wells, Valemont and 100 Mile. If we have contact information and the original donor is alive, we consult them to see if they want the item returned. After these steps have

Quesnel museum hasn’t the room to display all their acquisitions.

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The purpose of this process is not to raise funds but to manage the collection; to ensure that we have the best examples we can find, with interesting local stories associated with them. The collections review also helps us identify gaps in the collection so that we can actively look for particular artifacts or examples from a particular time period – and have space to store and display them.

Two considerations arise from this outline of the collections review process: • If you have made a donation to the museum and wish to be consulted, should the collections committee

ever consider deaccessioning something you donated, it is important to update your contact information at the museum, if it changes.

• When making a donation, it is important to provide as much information about the history of an object as possible.

It makes it more valuable and helps ensure its place in the collection.

There will also be antiques and collectables in the sale that were offered to the collection in recent years, but they were not accessioned because the museum already had good examples. The donors were prepared to offer them to the

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A Quesnel Community Foundation grant of $2500 will buy the Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association a Lift Chair for the Hospice at Dunrovin Park Lodge.

The lifts help patients move more easily in and out of a chair or bed. They help to prevent injuries for patients and those caring for them.

The Q&DHPCA is supported by a group of dedicated, hard-working volunteers who serve on the board, as community helpers, and as trained volunteers who visit with hospice patients. The Association has been operating for over 25 years, and their services are available to anyone in our community in need of support while facing and end-of-life illness.

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

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NEWS

The time to act is now, not leave it to the next generation

T

here is a Buddhist story about a monk who was resting beside a stream.

He thought it would be nice to have a refreshing dip in the stream, so he took off his robe and put a parcel containing some food on top of his robe. When he came back after his refreshing dip his food was gone. He said to himself “oh, well somebody must have needed it more than I. He rested for a while and went for another dip. When he came back his robe was gone and again he told himself somebody else must have needed it more than I and went on his way.

Although I am not a Buddhist, there are aspects of Buddhism that I like, but I have never understood the type of thinking behind the Buddhist story I just mentioned. What it did to me was it reminded me of the Canadian population. It is okay to take our water, our energy, give away our B.C. Rail, move Canadian factories overseas, privatize our ferries and let private

Bert de Vink

From Within

companies dam our rivers to sell power to B.C. Hydro and sell raw logs to those who need jobs more than we do. On top of it we have to pay more and more for our electric bills and taxes to support unscrupulous governments who do that to us.

Oh well, it must be that governments and big corporations need the money more than we do. Our children can fend for themselves, we had to, so why can’t they. It is not our fault that the earth is warming, that healthy food sources are dwindling, drinking water is getting scarce, the oceans, lakes and rivers are polluted and more and more city suburbs are being built on fertile land. While the oceans are rising, glaciers and polar ice are disappearing, heavy storms are increasing in velocity,

but we still can sell real estate on fertile land that in time will be under water. Our children can take care of that later, after all, money is money. Or is it because money is involved and most of us have some so we are still reluctant to change the current state of affairs?

The old attitude of, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it, works too, if

I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one.

I’d like to leave an after glow of smiles when life is done, I’d like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways, of happy times and laughing times and bright and summer days.

I’d like the tears of those who grieve, to dry before the sun, of happy memories that I leave when life is done.

Beverly Murray, formerly Nelson nee Christie, born July 11, 1948, passed away in her sleep December 30, 2011.

Service will be held May 5, 2012 at 11:00 am Tranquility Gardens Tea to follow.

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

OPINIONS

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he snowblower has officially been put away for the summer. So, if we get another dump, it’s likely my fault.

Haven’t fired up the scooter just yet, but I do have the battery charging and it will only be a matter of about 500 kicks on the kick-start to hear the angry putt-putt of that 49cc engine.

Hey, with the price of gas at $1.33 per litre and expected to climb when the warm weather comes, the wallet will actually be able to collect some dust.

I’m thinking one of the new electric cars will soon be moving up on my wish-list.

The province is even getting into the act. B.C.’s popular Clean Energy Vehicle (CEV) Program is getting an extra jolt (that pun came from the press release so I can’t take credit for it) from the implementation of the $2.74 million Community Charging Infrastructure Fund that will see 570 public charging stations across municipalities, regional governments, First Nations, and B.C. businesses and institutions by March 31, 2013.

The Community Charging Infrastructure Fund will be managed, promoted and administered by the nonprofit Fraser Basin Council.

Battery-powered electric vehicles should cost as little as $300 per year in electricity bills compared to upwards of $1,500 per year to fuel a gasoline-powered car or, in my case, almost three times that amount for the honkin’ big V-8 I need to carry pillows home from Sears.

To date, B.C. represents more than 22 per cent of the national electric vehicle sales for the Nissan Leaf, reaffirming British Columbia as a market leader in the clean energy vehicle market and in March 2011, Mercedes-Benz Canada announced plans to build a new facility in Burnaby to manufacture fuel-cell stacks for hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles.

Society needs to make the move away from the gas-guzzlers willingly before it is forced to when the world runs out of oil. The only way we can do that is if there are options. Electric vehicles are becoming that option.

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Imagining an NDP government W

ith NDP victories in two byelections, it brings the standings in the legislature to 46 B.C. Liberals, 36 NDP and three independents, one of whom has pledged allegiance to the B.C. Conservatives.

B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins put a brave face on his third-place finish in Port Moody-Coquitlam and Chilliwack-Hope. Even in bedrock conservative Fraser Valley farm country, in a protest byelection with a high-profile candidate, the B.C. Conservatives managed to attract just enough to deliver a landmark NDP seat.

The NDP was helped by the absence of the B.C. Green Party on the byelection ballots, with most of its five-percent support from 2009 presumably going to the winners.

Cummins said his party’s goal going into the Port Moody-Coquitlam vote, with an unknown candidate and a handful of volunteers, was to break 10 per cent.

They got 15 per cent and he declared a moral victory.

Cummins rejected a possible merger with the “discredited” B.C. Liberals.

Premier Christy Clark was equally emphatic she will

Tom Fletcher

B.C. Views be the leader of the “free enterprise coalition” in the 2013 election. So the stage is set for an NDP majority government.

What will that look like?

Well, Port Moody mayorturned-MLA Joe Trasolini has a wealth of local government experience, so pencil him in as municipal affairs minister. A longtime supporter of the B.C. Liberals, Trasolini should clarify if he endorses the NDP constitution, which still opposes all profitmaking activity.

He’s not the only highprofile newcomer likely to be included in an Adrian Dix cabinet.

New NDP candidates from union executive ranks will likely include longtime Hospital Employees’ Union president Judy Darcy. She no longer talks about bringing a “Marxist analysis” to economic matters. Darcy is now best

largest political party, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, which has already confirmed it will continue its long campaign to replace the B.C. Liberals with the NDP next year.

Such a team brings impressive experience, but unfortunately for taxpayers, much of that experience has been in extracting money from the public treasury.

And if recent B.C. history is any guide, this fundamental conflict of interest will receive little or no media attention in the months to come.

Instead, the conventional wisdom will be that voters want “change.”

• Correction: Last week’s column referred to the 1971 Greenpeace campaign against atmospheric nuclear testing.

That protest boat was directed at a U.S. nuclear test off Alaska, not a Soviet test as stated. Subsequent Greenpeace protests targeted the Soviet slaughter of grey whales, and the last atmospheric nuclear tests, conducted by France in the South Pacific.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

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known for leading the long court battle against the B.C. Liberal government’s contract-breaking legislation of 2002.

The eventual decision of the Supreme Court of Canada basically invented a constitutional right to collective bargaining.

(The high court could also ponder if there might be a right not to belong to a union, but that’s another story.)

Then there’s George Heyman, the long-time B.C. Government Employees’ Union president.

After leaving the BCGEU, Heyman has taken a turn as executive director of Sierra Club B.C., a branch plant of the U.S. enviro-machine that works against B.C. forest, mining, power and petroleum development.

These folks would be working with Stephen Howard, who went from senior positions at the BCGEU and CUPE to his current role as Dix’s chief of staff. Dix, of course, benefited from the sudden ouster of Carole James, who made the mistake of trying to loosen big labour’s grip on the NDP and modernize some of its quaint 1930s notions.

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FEEDBACK Abbott’s words tired and meaningless Editor: BC Minister of Education, Mr. George Abbott, came to visit Quesnel last week. At the end of the day, he set aside time for a Q&A with local teachers. I noticed that, he, like my colleagues, looked tired, but, also like my colleagues, remained polite and civil. He talked about being a former high school history teacher. He told us at least one story about his son. He even gave us extra time beyond the hour scheduled. I’ll be the first to admit that he seemed like a nice-enough guy. When we said, “We’re frustrated,” he said, “I agree.” When we said, “I’m sad,” he said, “I’m sorry.”

But I couldn’t ignore the proof that Minister Abbott is also a practiced politician. His answers were well-rehearsed and, like him, tired. Clearly, he had done and said this all many times before. Most notably, when we said, “We’re angry,” he said, “That wasn’t our intention.” And here’s where things stopped making sense.

It was at this point that Minister Abbott gave us a lengthy explanation about how no official cap on class sizes, and allowing Grades 4 – 7 classrooms to have up to 30 students (or more), would actually solve the problem of over-sized classrooms. He was, of course, speaking of a perfect plan, one free of budget constraints and involving idyllic collaboration between teachers and all levels of administration. We all know, however, that this is not a perfect, or even an adequately funded, world.

Which brings me to my main point; namely, that words mean little or nothing. We need to focus our attention on actions, for, as the saying goes, actions speak louder than words: 1. A decade of budget cuts to educations hasn’t benefitted anyone, or improved anything.

2. Imposing a so-called ‘Education Improvement Plan,’which is more of a trendy, buzz word-filled idea than an actual plan, will never benefit students without serious, long-standing increases to the education budget.

3. Repealing hard-won contract language does not ‘bridge the gap’ between teachers and government; nor does it foster the trust necessary for a productive conversation.

It’s clear to me that these actions are part of a systematic process that intends to revoke my status as a teaching professional and dismantle my union, at which point the privatization of our education system can ensue. Although, I have no doubt in my mind that Minister Abbott would have denied this accusation whole-heartedly, with his tired, meaningless words.

Carrilee Drew Quesnel teacher

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Clean up crew North Cariboo Christian School students took time out of their school day to clean up the ditches in South Quesnel. Tim Hortons sponsored the school by way of a donation to a field trip to Prince George. Left to right: Lindsay Peters, Rachel Hackler, James Englund, Emily Isaac and Julie Isaak.

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Cancelling Katimavik another blow to Canadian youth Editor: So far, 2012 has been a very bad year for young Canadians from coast to coast: an alarming unemployment rate of 13.9 per cent, the shutting of the Service Canada Youth Job Centers across the country, and a youth-criminalizing Crime Bill. Now the Conservatives have cancelled

Canada’s outstanding national youth volunteer program, Katimavik.

Since 1977, Katimavik has enabled over 30,000 young Canadians to volunteer for local charitable and non-profit organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters of Quesnel and the Quesnel SPCA. In addition to learning a

second language and exploring Canada, Katimavik fosters citizenship, leadership and cooperation, by giving experience and opportunity to our youth.

Furthermore, it has been demonstrated that for every dollar the organization spends, $2.20 is generated in our neighbourhoods.

With enough pressure, we can still reverse the Conservatives’ decision.

Youth need the tools to succeed; let’s make sure they have them. We must not allow the Katimavik house in Quesnel to close.

Justin P.J. Trudeau Liberal Party of Canada Youth Critic

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Stacie’s solar scooter power Meet Stacie Morris. Stacie is a 29-year-old single mom with Cerebral Palsy. For years Stacie used a wheelchair to get around, but after she left home she was determined to change her life.

She ditched her chair and started walking everywhere. But once she had her daughter, she needed something else. She was able to get assistance to purchase an electric scooter.

The scooter is how Stacie gets her groceries and does her errands. Stacie also uses the scooter to get to her volunteer job at the Women’s Centre where she is the coordinator of the Luna Wellness clinic.

While she loves to walk, it is slow going and it is impossible to carry much home when she is walking.

Stacie really enjoys her scooter. She plugs in her earphones and goes.

“I get outside and have fun with it. It is really the only thrill I get.”

Her daughter is four and rides on Stacie’s lap; with her hands on the handle bars it looks like she is driving it.

The advantage of the scooter is that it only uses hydro power. In the summer she can go across town and back twice before she has to recharge it.

“It is cheap; I don’t have to pay for insurance or gas and I don’t have to have a driver’s license.”

There are a couple of downsides. She needs a place to keep the scooter near her living area so she has to live in an apartment that allows her to do that.

“And winter sucks too.” The battery doesn’t stay charged for very long and she has to be really careful to make sure it doesn’t go dead on her. It doesn’t go very well in anything deeper than four inches of snow either.

“And the last few weeks it has been raining and gross so I have to carry an umbrella in one hand and drive with the other.”

The one thing Stacie stressed is that “there are people who take it for granted that they can walk but still they use their cars to go to the corner store when they could get outside and walk. We live in a beautiful city and people should get out and walk and enjoy it.”

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SDM hosting Look Good Feel Better for cancer patients, May 5

Furthering its commitment to improving women’s health, Shoppers Drug Mart is supporting Look Good Feel Better, May 5, with province-wide Pretty Little Party Galas at participating stores in British Columbia, including Quesnel.

More than 130 participating Shoppers Drug Marts in British Columbia will host an all-day gala to benefit Look Good Feel Better, an organization that helps women with cancer manage the effects the illness and its treatment have on their physical appearance. Tickets to the Pretty Little Gala are available for $10, with $5 of the proceeds donated to Look Good Feel Better. The remaining $5 is redeemable on any purchase made at Shoppers Drug Mart during the gala event.

Guests of the event will enjoy complimentary makeovers, skincare consultations, prize draws, as well as refreshments and snacks. To add to the spirit of the event, each Shoppers Drug Mart store will feature a uniquely pink décor with members of the cosmetics team decked out in pink gala wear. Additionally, all Shoppers Drug Mart customers

will earn 20 times the Shoppers Optimum points on May 5, for cosmetic purchases of $75 and over.

Vitamins and minerals in all forms play an integral role in a healthy complexion, whether the source is food, supplements, or even a jar of cream. Guests can get expert advice from a pharmacist on their personal vitamin prescription and nutritional needs during the gala. Through these galas, Shoppers Drug Mart is not only able to give back to the community and support a local cause, but also gives customers a chance to discover their own beauty and learn tips and tricks from their Shoppers Drug Mart trusted and knowledgeable Beauty Advisors.

Sherry Abbott, Executive Director of the Canadian Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association Foundation, home of the Look Good Feel Better program, applauds Shoppers Drug Mart in their efforts.

“By raising muchneeded funds, Shoppers Drug Mart is helping us in our mission to foster greater awareness, support and understanding of the social and emotional needs

of women living with cancer,” Abbott said.

“We are grateful to Shoppers Drug Mart for playing such an important role in the well-being of women in communities all across Canada.”

Look Good Feel Better offers free two-hour cosmetic and hair alternatives workshops that give women with cancer the tools and information they need to manage the effects that cancer and its treatment have on their appearance.

Held at more than 115 cancer care facilities and hospitals across Canada, the workshops are led by more than 1,900 volunteers, all of who are industry-trained cosmetic advisors and hair alternatives specialists who give generously of their time and expertise. To date, more than one million women have benefited from the free Look Good Feel Better workshop program and Signature Services, including a toll-free information line, website at www. lookgoodfeelbetter. ca and an annual magazine.

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Left to right: Hoyce (Bunny) Godwin or Edna Graham (Mrs. Bob Thompson); Lenora Roddis (lives in Victoria); (Bucky) Lona Hoy (lives in Vancouver); Yvonne Franklin (info needed); Mary Mackinnon(info needed); Joan Allen (Parminter); Mary Cotton McNay (Mike’s sister.)

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The girls of yesterday, the matriachs of today

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his picture was taken in 1942, in the middle of the Second World War. There were several one-room schools scattered throughout the rural area, but there was only Helen Dixon school in town catering to the secondary pupils that is if the rural kids were not studying by correspondence or the parents could afford to board their children in town, so the attendance was mostly town pupils. There was no busing then.

The shape of the school is unmistakable, Mike Cotton, who attended then, sent the

Andy Motherwell

Historical Footnotes photo of some of the girls.

Lil Hoy also was a source. #1 – Joyce (Bunny) Godwin - or Edna Graham (Mrs. Bob Thompson)

#2 – Lenora Roddis – lives in Victoria #3 – (Bucky) Lona Hoy – lives in Vancouver #4 – Yvonne Franklin – info needed #5 – Mary Mackinnon - info needed #6 – Joan Allen – (Parminter) #7 – Mary Cotton McNay (Mike’s sister) Mike thinks there were several teachers, possibly four and about 70 kids.

Some of the teachers ran classes on Saturday (something to do for the kids.) Hours were 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. Jack Ritson coached

hockey.

There were 25 boys (older ones had enlisted in the services.)

Some of the pupils did odd jobs and Mike cut Alex Fraser’s grass.

The school was fairly new but he was too young to remember the school board or town council.

He does remember going to Barkerville (his dad was the Road Superintendent) and his dad saying “we are going to have to make the potholes smaller, there is not enough room on the road for them all.”

Another memory was when

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a Japanese incendiary balloon passed over Quesnel and landed near Prince George.

I noticed the old style of page wire fencing around the school yard.

At one time, on the north east corner an old log building served as town library.

Stores then were Hoy’s, the Observer, Smith’s Hardware and Alex Sahonovich’s paper.

Each person in the photo leaves a trail of memories that we can admire of the days of long ago.

Andy Motherwell is an amateur historian and regular Observer columnist.

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COMMUNITY

A snapshot of a very busy organization BBBSQ is busy serving the needs of children

Big Brothers/ Big Sisters of Quesnel

SHARING A LITTLE MAGIC

Thirty children/ youth received the benefit of a friendship with a Big Brother or Big Sister. Community In-School and Teen In-School Mentors were matched in a one to one relation-

Big Sister Jean Gelinas, right and Little Brother Alex smile for the camera.

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ship with 46 children/ youth. Others enjoyed participating in our other programs which included: Big Bunch Monthly Group outings, Teen In-School Group Mentoring, Go Girls! Healthy Bodies/Healthy Minds and Game On – Eat Smart, Play Smart, Live Smart.

A Big thank you to all of our mentors.

With the help of community support, we helped members of our organization receive subsidized recreation activities (through Kidsport, Jump Start and the Matt Crick Memorial Fund) movies at the

Carib Theatre, Tim Horton’s Children camp. Barlow Creek PAC gave tremendous holiday support to one of our families, as well as the Cariboo Observer and the staff and Board of BBSQ. The BBBSQ organization also helped others in the community. In partnership with Staples, 50 families received help in purchasing school supplies. In partnership with Kwik Klean, 125 families received winter coats and outerwear.

We hope to reach out to more children/ youth in the community. Our agency

is recognized as being very successful and efficient, even though it has very limited funds for staffing needs. In order to continue to grow and still provide quality mentoring programs and services, staffing needs to be maintained. The Board and staff are actively engaged in pursuing new avenues for additional sustainable funding. Recent support from Quesnel Community Foundation was greatly appreciated.

BBBSQ is now selling raffle tickets at $5 each for West Jet flight for Two anywhere that West Jet flies in North America (excluding charter or vacation packages.)

This promotion is being offered through West Jet Cares for Kids program. Drop by the office at 368 Vaughan Street. We will soon have them for sale in other areas of the community.

We still have room for more teams at our Bowl for Kids Sake event. Join us at Rev Bowling Lanes on April 29. Give us a call (992-7257) or register online at

bigbrothersbigsistersofquesnel.ca Prizes include Central Mountain Air return tickets for two to Vancouver, Via Rail return tickets for four from Prince George to Jasper, Kumsheen Rafting Expeditions, Interior Whitewater Rafting, Barkerville Historic Park passes and various spot prizes from local businesses. Thank you to 7-11 South, Rocky’s and Rev Bowling lanes for selling Bowling pin ups this month.

Maggie Bello is executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Quesnel.

Clayton’s Funeral Directors entrusted with arrangements

Liz Miller on winning the Volunteer Citizen of the Year 2011.

Thank you to my nominators Rae Daggett and Doug Service.

What an honour you bestowed upon me. Never did I realize how much those little efforts were appreciated.

Thank you to all who supported me.

I will continue to help where I can.

Helene Boudreau

Photo credit: Alex MacAulay

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Why do I want a Big Brother?

Because I would have my own friend, have fun and feel special”, says Little Brother Jimmy.

Annually, all Big Brother Big Sister agencies are required to prepare a ‘Measuring Reach within a Mission and Vision Focussed Framework.’ We compile statistics on the number of children served and submit the information to our national office. We are pleased to report that for 2011, BBBSQ served 168 children/ youth in the Quesnel area through our various programs.

Harriett Rose Brightbill announce her peaceful passing on April 18, 2012 at G.R.Baker Hospital.

A Graveside Service for June was held Friday, April 20 at 11 a.m. at Quesnel and Dist. Municipal Cemetery with Rev. Margot Rose officiating.

Harriett will be lovingly remembered by Arnold, Brett, Max, Dalene and Virginia.

She was predeased by her loving sister, Alma.

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Now, Proven Winners have developed the dwarf ‘Little Lime’ Hydrangea. It is also easy to grow, hardy and has those big beautiful chartreuse flowers but only grows to a third to half the size of Limelight. It’s mature height and spread is 1 – 1.5 m. ’Little Lime’ grows in full sun to partial shade, making it a very valuable plant in the landscape.

Another valuable shrub is Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Seward’, or more commonly known as ‘Summerwine’ Ninebark. This Proven Winner plant has been available for a few years now. Years ago the parent plant ‘Diablo’

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If you are just new to gardening or are looking for shrubs that take up a little less of your time I would highly recommend ‘Summerwine’ Ninebark or ‘Little Lime’ Hydrangea.

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Jonas Gagnon Sports Reporter

‘Inspiralist’ World-champion on Quesnel ice JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter

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Top left: Browning flying through the air in one of the many triple jumps he did; top right: Browning encouraging a group of teenage girls to relax and just be themselves, not an easy task; below: Browning gets low with one of the figure skaters. Jonas Gagnon photo

n Kurt Browning’s arrival in Quesnel, well his second arrival, he matched the considerable energy of the welcomers with his own, wading into the small crowd with smiles, laughter and the same near-slapstick humour he shows on the ice.

He came, with that energy and humour to help the kids enjoy their sport.

“My message this trip is very simple. It’s to try to talk to skaters in a way that allows them to enjoy their skating more,” Browning said.

The welcoming committee had planned for an eight o’clock arrival for Browning. Though word went around the plane usually arrived early, nobody knew he would be here much earlier, near four hours. He had boarded an earlier flight and had been in town for some time before doubling back to the airport to greet the greeting committee.

The evening was an exciting one for the Quesnel figure Skating Club and a wonderful evening for Browning as well, who was pleased and surprised at the welcome.

It makes the town feel a bit more familiar, Browning said.

From the high-energy welcome, to the ‘cariboo limo’ (a logging truck), a highlight of the evening, Browning had almost as good an evening as the kids who waited for him to arrive.

The wait for the kids was longer than the half hour of fidgeting in the

airport, keeping a keen eye out for planes. For the kids, and adults, in the figure skating club, the wait lasted more than a year.

If you can wind back your memory to winter 2010, you may remember seeing pennants and decorations with the Skate Canada logo pasted all over town. You may remember early in 2011 the Quesnel Figure Skating Club was the winner of the Skate Canada competition and that as a prize, Kurt Browning would come to Quesnel and give a session on figure skating to the club kids. After that it all went quiet. The activity didn’t let up, but it moved behind the scenes. Confliciting schedules had to be adjusted. Winter is Browning’s season, when he crisscrosses the globe skating. And in summer, when figure skating hits its lull, there’s no ice on which to skate here in Quesnel.

But all that was eventually cleared up. And for the kids it was worth the wait.

“It’s better than Christmas,” figure skater, Jillian Culdwell, said.

The faces of the kids as they skated with Browning showed their joy through wide eyes and even wider grins.

Friday, Browning taught from twelve to seven, each session ranging from a half to a full hour.

Each session was tailored to the age and skill level of the children. The sessions, however, were not intended to teach so much as inspire the kids. An hour of teaching would not make much of a difference to how the kids skate, Browning said. The point of the

sessions, regardless of age, was to get the kids to experiment with their skating and enjoy each moment on the ice.

“The jumps can be really hard and the competition can be really intimidating, but as long as you enjoying your skating, that’s really the important part. I talked to them a lot about feeling the ice and challenging themselves; doing the simple things really well and having joy in that.

I think that’s important in life in a way. If you want to get through life, it’s the simple things in life we’ve got to enjoy,” Browning said.

He enjoys working with the kids, and inspiring them to greater heights.

“I’ve never really been interested in coaching that much. I do love inspiring. I don’t think I will ever be a coach, but I could be an ‘inspiralist’,” Browning said with a smile.

And he’s good at inspiring; the best coach Sharon Chow has ever seen.

“He truly, truly has to be the most inspirational, motivational seminar leader I’ve ever come across,” Chow said, adding the kids would probably remember it their whole lives.

But to do that, he needed the kids to open up and that was a job in and of itself. He used all his considerable people skills

and positive personality to ease the kids out of theirselves. Though that backfired a little with the younger kids.

“I think I was a little more personality than they were expecting,” Browning said.

In fact, he had enough personality that it overflowed the rink and kept the parents in the stands entertained.

Besides inspiring the kids, Browning also showed them some spins and tricks close up, sometimes close enough to have the girls a little nervous. He would twirl, jump or glide backwards, stopping just short of an accident, at which point his audience would scatter, before laughing nervously and gathering around once again.

After the inspiration sessions Browning moved to the Billy Barker Hotel for autograph signings and to chat with the community at large. The figure skating club would like to thank the Billy Barker Hotel for hosting the event.

Then it was back to globetrotting for Browning and back to normal for the figure skating club.

Except for a brief visit Saturday before he left.

In the morning, while the kids were doing testing, Browning dropped in and practiced triples for his program on the leisure patch.

For the record

The new senior-level team is known as the Crossfire; the minor league team is called the Wildfire.

The first Crossfire game is in Quesnel on April 26, at 8 p.m. Last year’s exhibition games were played between two Prince George teams for a fundraiser for the Quesnel minor league. Quesnel has no junior team so players jump from the minor league to the senior league.

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Quesnel girls capture medals JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter The Quesnel girl's teams all managed to capture medals at last weekend's youth soccer tournament.

The QYSA was able to field a girl's team in each of the three categories on the weekend and a pair of boys teams in the two younger categories.

All three of the girls teams found success in their respective leagues.

The U12 girls played their way through to the gold medal match but the Fort St. James

team, who were able to beat them 3-1 in what QYSA Director, Gilbert Schotel, called a very physical game.

The U14 girls were the highlight of the weekend for Quesnel teams. They played fantastic, said Schotel.

Their play took them all the way to the gold medal finals, where they decisively came out on top, with a 6-1 final score, in their match against a Prince George team.

The U16 girls managed a bronze medal in a difficult division, completing the Quesnel girls trifecta

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for the weekend. The U16 girls division was hard fought territory, with goal differentials having to be consulted to decide the gold medal game teams. Unfortunately, Quesnel fell just short of the gold medal match, but won the bronze in a hotly contested game that was forced into a shoot out after full

time found the score at a one all draw.

The boys were less successful, though both teams still finished in a respectable fourth place.

The boys were only able to field U12 and U14 teams.

The second annual tournament as a whole was successful for the QYSA, with 30

teams competing, resulting in an estimated 400 players, bringing almost 1,000 people through the doors, Schotel said.

Schotel and the QYSA would like to thank their major sponsors, Denny's and the volunteers and staff who made the tournament successful.

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:

LIBRA, SCORPIO, AND SAGITTARIUS.

ARIES

This week you will have to spend quite a lot of time on the telephone or on the road. You are also sorely tempted to buy yourself a new car. Think things over before making a purchase.

TAURUS

You feel like spoiling yourself with some expensive treats. Focus on spending your money wisely and opt to purchase things that will last a long time.

GEMINI

You will encounter lots of action and unexpected developments, both professionally and personally. You have a welldeveloped sense of initiative.

CANCER

2011/2012 QUESNEL INLAND KENWORTH MIDGET THUNDER From humble beginnings the team grew-winning our home tourney in November getting stronger through the year to finish 4th at the BC provincials in March. The boys were impressive both on and off the ice winning best dressed and best rookie haircuts at every tourney.

Quesnel Inland Kenworth Midget Thunder would like to thank the following sponsors for making our “on ice” and fundraising efforts a success this year.

Thanks to the following Tournament Game Sponsors, Pub Night Sponsors and Auction Purchasers.

Inland Kenworth DCW Trucking Quesnel Pump Fountain Tire Pooch Palace Dynamic Reforestation Canada Safeway Cariboo Hose Extra Foods Quesnel Bakery Quesnel Portable Toilets Red Bluff Inn Molson Canadian Arrow Transport Westpine Cont.

West Fraser Mills Fountain Tire Willis Harper Johnston Meier Insurance Unimac Transport Amboy Logging Daniel Pfister West Pass Logging West Road Resource Consulting Christy’s Designs Summit Electric Westforest Consulting Kumsheen Rafting Adventures Quesnel Travel Lodge Greg Coe Healthy Transformations Hartwood Holdings Go Fer Transport Bear communications Garner Construction Babcon Construction Keis Trucking Keens Sports Bravo Logging West Central Pipe Thibault & Sons Davis & Doerksen Cont.

Tru-way Trucking Silver Shamrock Resources Cariboo Travel Thanks to the team parents who donated, sponsored, organized, drove and pitched in whenever asked.

Big Thanks also to the team Moms who fed the boys and parents on road trips. Deeeelicious.

Special mention to Wendy Fox for booking all of our rooms and Head Cook Noella Andrews Thank you to our 2 out of town players and their families who put on many extra miles to be on the team.

Thank you GM Ron Dunn and Assist. GM Shelley Mack for keeping the paperwork up.

And a Last Thank you to Coaches Peter Andrews, Kerry Fitz-Gerald and Graeme Rubisch.

T hank you!

You could feel an accumulation of fatigue this week. Rest and take a bit more care of yourself. Look at your engagements and see where you are perhaps giving a little bit too much of your energy.

LEO

You will receive some interesting invitations to go out from loved ones. A more active social life will do you some good, so take advantage of these occasions to party.

VIRGO

You might stumble upon a great travel opportunity for the near future. It might even involve spending the summer abroad or travelling for business reasons.

LIBRA

Expect some kind of improvement at work, such as a raise or a promotion. Your future looks very promising.

SCORPIO

This is a great week to create meaningful change in your life. You will be tempted to renew your wardrobe, change your hairstyle, and make improvements to your home.

SAGITTARIUS

Your relationships preoccupy you. You will need to clarify some things with your loved one to find harmony again. This will also help you feel reassured about the seriousness of his or her commitment.

CAPRICORN

Work is a priority for you this week.

Perhaps you should work some extra hours. Even at home you’ll have a bit more cleaning up to do than usual.

AQUARIUS

If you’re single you will likely receive quite a lot of attention from some very interesting suitors. If you’re part of a couple you will take up a project together or embark on an exciting adventure.

PISCES

This is a good time for making changes in your living situation. If you’re in search of a new house or apartment you should be able to find something that suits you and your family perfectly.

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Lost & Found Lost in the Lewis dr area in West Quesnel a 7 month spade female cat, blk & wht on the lower part & legs are white comes to name of Felix lost April 11 th if found call 250992-1101

Quesnel & District Branch 1000 Carson Pit Rd. Quesnel, BC V2J 7H2 Ph. (250)992-7722 The following animals have been brought to the Q & D SPCA as a stray: - Male Tan & White Puppy found on Mathews Rd. Barkerville Hwy. - Adult Neutered Male Cat short hair black & white with a black spot on jawline found Southland Mobile home park behind Canadian Tire.

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Help Wanted

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SENIOR FOREST TECHNICIAN Fort St John Forsite is looking for full time Senior Forest Technician candidates in the area of multiphase timber development out of our Fort St. John office. CHARACTERISTICS: - Enthusiasm, hardworking, hands on. - Professional, friendly, courteous, service and team oriented. - A strong sense of business in a competitive environment. Strong organizational and problem solving skills. - Initiative and perseverance. - Selfdirection, flexibility under limited direct supervision. REQUIREMENTS: - Post-secondary education with a diploma or degree in forest management. - Registered with the ABCFP - A minimum of 3 full years of field engineering and multiphase timber development experience. - Broad understanding and implementation of general forestry practices. - Valid BC driver’s license with a clean abstract. Detailed knowledge of multiphase projects. Forsite Offers: - Leading compensation and benefits. - Excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement. - A stable, dynamic, and industrially diversified community and region. - A high proportion of town work. Steady but flexible work scheduling. Email a cover letter and resume, with Sr. Forest Technician, Fort St. John in the subject line, to jdawkin@forsite.ca or fax to 1-888273-0209. Visit www.forsite.ca for more information

April 2nd, 2012 7 lbs. 12 oz.

Also welcoming her home are proud Grandparents, Greg & Bonnie Laberge, Katja PfeiŊer and Rolf PfeiŊer.

Aunties Danielle and Luci are already thinking of ways to spoil her.

Help Wanted Han-Winnie Holdings Ltd (Robins 241Pizza) requires reliable full time front counter attendants.

Taking orders, cleaning and serving customers courteously. Employer willing to train. Apply by fax 1250-992-5106 or email: lamvinnie@live.ca. Application deadline Feb. 10,2012.

Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: 1)Heavy Duty Mechanic.

Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259

Looking for a chip truck driver.

Class 1 required, clean drivers abstract references, experience required B trains.Phone Michael, 250-992-3040.

Apply with resume and application to

Walmart Canada 890 Rita Road Quesnel No phone calls please.

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EXPERIENCED SERVICE Provider for Chrysler dealership in Salmon Arm. Strong customer satisfaction skills.

Able to work in a fast paced environment. Excellent wage/ benefit package. Fax resume 1-250-832-4545.

E-mail: pat@brabymotors.com

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CERTIFIED NAIL TECHNICIAN COURSE AVAILABLE IN QUESNEL 5 Week Course Call Crystal Shepherd

May 6 - June 3 Registration Deadline Apr. 30th

Master Technician & Educator

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Celebrations

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Friends and family of

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Births

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Help Wanted EXPERIENCED SERVICE PROVIDER for Chrysler dealership in Salmon Arm. Strong customer satisfaction skills.

Able to work in a fast paced environment.

Excellent wage/benefit package. Fax resume 1-250-832-4545. email: pat@brabymotors.com

Part-time Associates

90th Birthday.

Chris & Christina Laberge are thrilled to announce the birth of their daughter

Employment

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AIRLINES ARE Hiring- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available.

CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783.

HOME BASED Business. We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential.

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Employment

The family is hosting a

Come and Go Tea April 28 • 1:00 - 3:30 pm Legion Hall 262 Kinchant Street No gifts please

MINE SITE SAFETY CO-ORDINATOR To provide support to the site Admin. Assistant and Work Crew. Safety related experience, knowledge in work site hazards assessments, safety meetings and safety requirements for day to day operations necessary. Detailed resumes including qualifications, past work experience, current driver’s abstract and references are required.

Please fax resume to 250-392-4063 or email to: admin@lakeexcavating.com No phone calls please.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

QUESNEL FAMILY OPTOMETRIC CENTER 455 McLean St. 250-992-5417

Optometric Management Position Available Quesnel Family Optometric Center is looking for an energetic, inspiring and dedicated individual to join our team.

Requirements: - Must be fashion oriented.

- Must have good communication and telephone skills, - be well organized, - able to multi-task and be efficient, - be good in decision making and problem solving.

We are looking for an individual who is able to work independently with minimal supervision in a team atmosphere.

Job description; your main responsibilities includes running the office, but not limited to: - Learning all office (optometric) positions including receptionist, dispensing, pre-testing and other related testing.

- Board management, working with product sales reps.

- Some account receivable and payable, month-end related tasks.

- Staff scheduling.

- Learn company products, policies, procedures and Human resources.

Sales experience and office management skills are an asset, however, we will train qualified candidate.

There will be opportunities for professional growth through continuing education courses.

If you enjoy selling quality products and interacting with people of all ages, this position is for you.

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Auctions

Outlaw looking for part-time staff. Must be able to work during week and weekends.

Please bring resume to Outlaw 387 Reid St. PT Permanent Dish Washer.

Serious applicants only. Apply at Penisola Ristorante.

Tim Horton’s is now hiring part time students and full time permanent staff. Apply at 685 Newman Rd. Ulysses Restaurant is looking for cooks & waitresses. Apply in person with resume to 122 Barlow Ave.

River Rock Pub & Restaurant in Quesnel, BC is hiring a fulltime Indian Cook. 3 yrs experience is required, must have knowledge of making Indian dishes like Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, Veg. Curries, Naan, Rice, etc. Salary would be $14/hr with 40 hrs/wk. Knowledge of hindi or punjabi is an asset. Interested applicants email their resume to riverrock@telus.net.

T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of a qualified Machinist. Position comes with a competitive benefit package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250286-9502.

Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com

CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters.

Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta.

Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780-444-7103, john@raidersconcrete.com

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BEAUTIFUL American Bulldog X puppies. Unique markings, Excellent temperament.

Raised in home with small children and cats.

Vetchecked, first shots and wormed. Take home a starter kit and more. 250-316-0076 www.facebook.com/cottonwoodkennel. Ready to go April 22nd

DISPERSAL AUCTION

WANTED: Servers, bartenders, barrista’s & cooks @ Telegraph Cove Resorts Ltd. Send resume to Box 1, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0. Fax: 250-928-3105 or email: tcrltd@island.net.

Attn: Taso.

Help Wanted

Wanted for immediate hire in Williams Lake area for mining contract.

Medical/Dental

• Site Administrative Support Staff • Heavy Duty Equipment Operators • Field Mechanics • Supervisors

MARIPOSA Gardens in Osoyoos seeking FT Recreational Therapist/Manager. Resume & Cover to becky.marlatt@balticproperties.ca

Send resume to Lake Excavating Ltd. via email: admin@lakeexcavating.com or fax: 1-250-392-4063.

No phone calls please.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Trades, Technical Administrative Support Assistant Babcon Industries is accepting resumes for the position of Administrative Support Clerk for full time employment, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Qualifications: Attention to detail critical, Organizational skillsa mist, Excellent knowledge of Excel, Word, Internet and Email, Minimum 2 years previous office experience, Adapt well to very busy work environment.

Preference will be given for previous of familiarity with Quick Books.

Please email your resume with cover letter to vedababcon.c, or deliver in person to Babcon Industries, Attention Veda at 2240 Campbell Cres. before April 27, 2012.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

SITE ADMIN ASSISTANT To provide general support to the Office Admin team. Must have basic bookkeeping knowledge and experience in Excel spreadsheets & formats, proven ability to work in a fast-paced, multidimensional and demanding work environment, be detail-oriented, organized, exible with exceptional work ethic and available to work weekends and 12 hr shifts.

Fax or email detailed resume and current driver’s abstract to 250-392-4063 or admin@lakeexcavating.com No phone calls please.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Financial Services

Financial Services

EXCLUSIVE “THINKBIG” Mechanic Training.

GPRC Fairview Campus. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning. High school diploma and mechanical aptitude. Write apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/Fairview.

MILLWRIGHT Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Inc., an innovative leader in the BC feed industry, located in Abbotsford, BC has an immediate opening for a millwright with a 3rd class Power Engineering ticket.

Previous maintenance experience is an asset. Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest and resume, including references to:

SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta).

Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

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FIRST AID, COMPUTER & WORKSAFE COURSES OFA Level 1: May 1, May 12, 26 • 8 am - 5 pm, $95 OFA Level 3 (2 week course): May 7, June 4 • 7:30 am - 4 pm, $695 H2S: May 18 • 8 am- 2:30 pm, $280 Transportation Endorsement: May 13 • 8 am - 5 pm, $120 Foodsafe: May 26 • 8 am - 5 pm, $70

Wanted: Part Time Level 1 & Transportation Endorsement Instructor. Must have held Level 3 Certificate for at least 1 year.

Will Train. Please Call Kevin at 250-983-6902 2011/2012 Programs are now posted on our website!

250-983-6900 or www.sd28.bc.ca Are you 19 to 100+ years of age and want your Grade 12 Graduation?…come see us at Helen Dixon Centre, 241 Kinchant Street, Quesnel Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday - 9 am to 7:30 pm Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 am - 4 pm, Friday 8 am - 1 pm

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Merchandise for Sale

Auctions

Local and long distance • Packing and crating • Van service • Senior’s discount • Free estimates Guaranteed prices

Pets & Livestock

Livestock Foundation Bred Buckskin Quarter Horse Stud (cutting line), Krugerrand Black Angus Bull (250)546-9766

Pets

M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

Free! one year old , male , multi - color guinea pig with cage. If interested call 778414 - 4035

Trades, Technical

Trades, Technical

Babcon Industries is Looking for Skilled Tradesmen/women.

Wanted For Project Work Immediately – Pipe Fitters, Millwrights, CWB & Pressure Welders, Steel Fabricators.

Competitive Wages and Benefit Packages Offered.

Please apply be email to reception@babcon.ca, by fax at 250-992-5373, or in person to 2241 Campbell Cres. Quesnel, BC. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Auction Sat., April 28 10:00 AM Cars, Trucks, Utility Trailers, Furniture etc.

Partial List Ride-On-Mowers, 8.5hp Wood Chipper, Water Pumps, Approx. 1400’ Fire House, New Commercial S.S. Mirrors, Trash Cans, Grab Bars & Baby Change Station “Retail $2,584”, Pressure Washers, Compressors, Chain Saws, Cook Stove, Full Mount Grizzly, Wolf & Goat Mount, Building Materials, Polaris ATV c/w Snow Blade, Honda Fourtrax, ‘03 Dodge Caravan, ‘03 Windstar, Cars, Pickups & More.

Hub-City Auctions Ltd. www.hubcityauctions.com

1122 South Lakeside Drive Williams Lake

250-398-8845

May 26, 2012 Saturday @ 10:00 a.m.

Topley, BC. @ Topley Garage, Hwy 16 & Junction Hwy 118 to Granisle Sale Conducted on behalf of Henry Van Der Weil & others.

Sale will start off with Horse & Tack, followed by Antiques and a large coin collection.

VEHICLES etc: Yukon chainsaw sawmill, Okanogan 5th Wheel, 2005 Ford Freestar Sport 4.3, 4 door Mini van, 2008 Ford F250 Super duty 4x4 Super cab w/new tires & canopy, 2007 F350 Super duty 4x4 crew cab diesel w/new tires & spray on bed liner, 1972 Triumph Spit Fire convertible, 2002 diesel 2.4 l Toyota Hilux Surt SSR-G right hand steering (38x15.5x15” tires), 1984 Yamaha Tri-Z ATV, 800 ATV w/ winch, BF Good wrench 265/70R/17” tires w/ Ford 8 bolt rims (2 sets), misc. used tires good shape, Johnson 10 HP boat motor. TOOL & EQUIPMENT: New welding rods & grinding discs, Aw32 hydraulic oil, chain saws, Poulan 2150, Husky 2150, Husky 371xpg, Cantec 6.5 gas water pump CT200, Cantec CT80CLC air cooled diesel water pump, 2 & 12 ton hydraulic jacks, riveters, levels, new & used cordless drills & skill saws, Rona table saw, Geotop C20C Automatic level w/ 2 tripod stands, pressure washer gun kit, HD furniture trolly, Rockwell Beaver 10” bandsaw, Beaver table saw on stand, Lincoln wire feed welder, Ingersoll Rand upright 60 gal air compressor, Speedair air compressor, Coleman Powermate 2500, Honda CX34 11hp power unit, Makita grinders, rolling toolboxes, socket drives, torque wrenches, air tools, wrenches, 23 - 16x2x4 trusses. HOUSEHOLD: Solid oak table & chairs, loveseat, sectional sofa, bunk bed w/ mattresses, Maple bedroom suite, Pine end table, Citizen TV w/ dvd, coffee table w/ brass accents, 3 drawer dresser, table & chairs, lamps, zero clearance mantle electric fireplace, Kenmore washer & dryer, Igloo bar fridge, paintings, upright Kenmore freezer (new), hot/cold stainless steel 40 tray catering cart, hot water tank, Weider weight machine, fish smoker, Big Gar wood stove, Ivy Cabin wood cook stove, small 2 door wood stove, Techniflame pellet stove, pewter & brass items, violins & guitar, Memorex antique syling radio/cassette/CD player, many misc. household items, 8” computerized Colestoron telescope. ANTIQUES: Oil lanterns & lamps, antique table & chairs, Missionary desk, Oak sideboard, Mahogany mirrored dresser, cast iron kettles, Pine mirror & night stand, green marble top hall stand w/ barley twist legs, 40 yr. old never fired 30-30 Winchester Rifle Sioux Carbine (engraved). HORSES & TACK: Black/white Pinto mare, Blue Roan gelding, black QH gelding, saddles, headstalls, halters, breast collars, antique pack saddle, reins, foldable saddle racks, misc. other tack.

COIN COLLECTION: Nice 150 lot coin collection, don’t miss it!

Consignments welcome! This is an excellent sale and all Goods are in very good condition. For out of town buyers there is local restaurant & accommodations, please contact Whispering Pines Motel (250) 696-3353. Condition of sale terms: Cash & Check with Identification, sorry no Credit cards. Items are As Is Condition ~ Not responsible for accidents. There will be a Concession on Site.

Any question Please Contact: Mike Steinebach @

(250) 694-3497 Cell (250) 692-6107 or Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 Cell (250) 570-2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net & Website www.mikesauction.net Watch future papers for a complete listing

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

A22 www.quesnelobserver.com COMPLETE TOOL & EQUIPMENT DISPERSAL AUCTION June 2, 2012 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Ft St James, BC. Hwy 16 & Junction Hwy 27.

Drive into Ft St James, follow signs thru town. 4 km on Germanson North Road Sale Conducted on behalf of Mr. & Mrs. Bill Tuck & others.

VEHICLES etc: 2 man self contained camp on skids, 8 liter BMW, 5 ton service truck, Bluebird 72 seat bus on factory propane, variety of late model Ford diesel trucks, 98 GMC 1/2 ton 4x4, 2 electric 3 wheel handicap carts, 5HP Craftsman roto tiller, 2 person go cart. 4 - 17” tires for Toyota pickup. MARINE: 16 ft. fiberglass boat, 70 HP Johnson boat motor, boat trailer, 30 commercial prawn traps, 2 new Dawa halibut rods.

TOOLS: Makita 5 & 8” grinders, Hitachi 8” grinders, impact tools 3/8”-1”, electric jack hammer, Hilti drills & hammer drills, air greaser & luber, 3/4 & 1” drive socket, 600 lb. torque wrench, 1 & 1 3/4” drive multiplier set, torque wrenches, power tools, air / brad nailers, 12.5 & 18v rechargeable drills, 3/8”-1/2” metric & standard socket sets, lg. slide hammer, cord & rechargeable hand power tools, 2 - 10” Rockwell miter saw, hydraulic 2 1/2” pipe bender w/ dies, tap & die sets, pipe stand & threader, wheel sockets & seal drivers, multiple open & box end wrenches, 1-1 1/2, 2-3 & 6 ton com-a-longs.

EQUIPMENT: 10x10x20 portable garage, 6000 lb. HD engine hoist on wheels, 2 HP compressors, Hilti drills & hammer drills, 200 Lincoln gas welder, 1200 liter lube oil dispenser (full of 15/40 oil), multiple roll away tool boxes, tire machine, bead blaster, air conditioner equip., 2 vac pumps, 10 & 20 ton porta power kit, parts washer, quad jack, electric fuel pumps, double walled 100 gal used oil tank, Acetylene torches & hoses, 2 new shallow well pumps, sand blaster, 6 - 3 ton floor jacks, 2 - 3500 lb. transmission jacks, multiple ext. cords, 5 gas powered water pumps, 2 - 6500 gensets (gas & electric start, low hrs.), new 3000 gen set, 8 1/2HP wheeled Honda pressure washer, 3500psi pressure washer, 18Hp 3500psi pressure steam cleaner, up to 2 1/2” metric & standard dies hydraulic hose press, Rockwell lg drill press (variable speed), 2HP bench grinder, 4 industrial shop vacs, 3 pickup headache racks w/ side rails, 40# full forklift propane tanks, 4 warn winches, 2 - 99 channel ICom programmable radios w/ charger, helmets size s-2xl, 1st aid equip. SUPPLIES: Lg qty of brass, pipe & hydraulic fittings, pallets of new & used truck parts, multiple trays of snap rings, o-rings, screws, rivets, keyways, side, rear & front windshield for Peterbuilt, alternator, starter, fan hubs, pulleys for Cummings motor, new cam shafts, auto & manual slacks, plastic air line fittings, cinches, wrappers & cable for logging trucks, metal cabinets & filing cabinets, bolt bins (full of bolts), lg qty truck parts back up, tail & head lights, wiring, log trailer parts, 8’6” axel, truck parts seals, drive lines, scale equip, bearings, brake shoes, drums, lowbed chains & cinches, body work equip, sanders, new spray & paint guns, welding rods, grinding discs HOUSEHOLD & MISC: 26 sheets of 3/4”-7’6” granite counter tops w/ 4” back splash. Consignments welcome! Approx. 2000 lot Sale. If you would like to consign large farm / logging equip or vehicles please contact Mikes Auction. Please note that we cannot take any small items at this already large sale.

Condition of Sale Terms: Cash & Check with Identification, sorry No Credit cards. Items are As Is Condition ~ Not responsible for accidents. There will be a Concession on Site.

Any question Please Contact:

Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

Garage Sales

For Sale By Owner

Garage sale 8:30-noon April 28 152 Phillips Rd. North Lots of baby items.

MERRITT SxS Duplex.

Spring cleanup garage sale.

Tires, household items, tidy tanks etc.

Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m. -5 p.m.

1729 Lombardie Dr.

Misc. for Sale CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs?

Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991.

DIY STEEL Building deals!

Many sizes and models. Make an offer on clearance buildings today and save thousands of dollars. Free brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

MANUFACTURED pure wood shavings: natural product, high quality, low cost, bulk bagged shaving for livestock, pets, gardens.

Custom hauling available. Call New Cal Rabbit Farm 250-395-3336 or 250706-8972.

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT

Wood wine rack with drawer and 4 doz new wine bottles $20.00 - Wood book stand 4 shelves $20.00 - Wood folding doors $5.00 - Double stainless steel sink $20.00 Call 250 992-7810 or 250-9925030

Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic, Gold & Silver Coins.

Call Chad 250-863-3082 Wanted 8’ long box canopy for Chev. truck.

250-747-8543 WANTED: Old lever action Winchester & Marlin rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369

Real Estate For Sale By Owner

FIR Crest Apartments - 1 & 2 bdrm suites, North Quesnel. N/P, no parties. (250)992-6593/(250)992-5597

DOWNTOWN. 1 Side newly decorated and vacant. Other side rented. Each side has 4 bdrms, 3- 4 pce baths, garden area & storage shed. $337,900. (604)534-2748.

Commercial/ Industrial

Houses For Sale

3000 sq ft shop, 3 doors, 16 ft ceiling, on 3 acre commercial lot $750/mn. (250)992-7625

5 acre tree lot , 68’ x 12’ trailer 16’ x 32’ shop / (2) 10’ x 16’ sheds . 15 mins from Quesnel city centre $90,000 call 250992-7114

For lease 1378 sq ft commercial space in Anderson Mall.

Avail May 1 (250)983-9938

For Rent or Lease 276 Reid St. - 1600 sq ft Downtown core - Street Level - Available Immediately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177

Rentals Rent To Own

Retail/Office Space 146 Barlow St. downtown core - Approx. 1100 sq ft - street level, 1100 sq ft upper level. Can be rented separately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177. Available immediately.

Wanted to Rent to own in Quesnel area, 4 bdrms - Approx $140,000 value. Phone 250-249-5283

Apt/Condo for Rent

Renaissance II

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Recreational/Sale

Recreational/Sale

RENOVATED COMPLEX 3 levels, 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, 1.5 baths. Starting @ $600/mo.

Best deal in Quesnel. 655 Anderson Ave. Small dogs negotiable. No parties. On site caretaker. Call: (250)992-6103.

Suites, Lower 1bdrm bsmt suite suitable for mature, n/s, working person or couple. Utilities incl. N/p, references required (250)747-1434 Cozy 1 bdrm suite, close to school,& mall.$475/mo n/p, n/s Call 250-992-8715 New 1 bdrm. bsmt. suite,n/s,n/p,n/p $650/mn. incl.utilities (except phone & laundry) Av. May 1st. 9922492 Uplands 2bdrm bsmt suite suitable for mature couple, n/p, 992-8749

No Parties, No Pets References Required

951 Abbott Drive

250-992-2806

Renaissance I

Apartments Bachelor - $500 + 1 Bdrm. - $525 + 2 Bdrm. - $600 + No parties, No Pets References Required

Townhouses

FOR RENT IN QUESNEL

3 bdrm. / 2 level / fresh paint Quiet family twnhouses.

Close to schools & shops.

From $525/mth.

575 Doherty Drive

250-992-1195

Call Tim at 992-7748

For Sale By Owner

For Sale By Owner

HOUSE FOR SALE 1000 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 1 bath house on 2 acres. Carport, concrete foundation and crawlspace. Separate entrance off carport that is perfect for storage or home based office.

Central vac, wood stove, water softener, main floor laundry, fenced back yard with a large fenced off garden area, large concrete deck, gazebo with deck, front sitting porch. City bus stop across the street, school bus stop, close to schools and shopping.

New roof in 2009, on Red Bluff sewer system, drilled well, paved driveway, wood shed, large storage shed. Home is 19 years old.

To view call for appointment 250-747-1075.

199,000

2002 Adventurer Camper 810S for short box truck

$9,800

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2011 Arctic Fox 29L Silver Fox Edition

Cars - Domestic For sale 2001 Honda Civic LX 53,000 km $7,000 250-991-8841 For Sale 2002 Chev. Malibu Runs well - no rust 2 sets of rims & tires $1,800 250-983-8656

Motorcycles

North Quesnel - Wilson st close to park 1 bdrm , 650 sq ft N/S , new building owner available May 1 st $625.mo - 6 mo lease call 250-255-7647

1 Bdrm. - $525 + 2 Bdrm. - $600 + 3 Bdrm. - $700 +

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Apartments

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Rentals

Inside & outside showers, north south queen bed, rear awning, folding metal stairs, very clean

Call (250)992-5377 2005 Sundowner 727 Sunlite 3 horse Slant. 8’ wide. Living Quarters. 14’ shortwall, loaded. 1.5 yrs. transferable warranty.

Immaculate cond. $39,000. (250)992-3881 BIG FOOT Sightings! New 2012 Big Foot Campers have arrived only at Mike Rosman RV! 1-800-667-0024 www.rosmanrv.com

2009 Kawasaki EX250 Ninja Black in colour approx 2430 km. Excellent condition. $4500 250-747-3783

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Scrap Car Removal Scrap Batteries Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10.

Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

For sale 1997 GMC 3/4 tonne 2 wheel dr. pickup truck.

5 spd. standard Towing pkg. $4,000 Call Ray at 250-992-6700

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In Memory of

Sell your Genevieve Tallmanvehicle

...WITH THE & CLASSIFIEDS Private party ads only Glen Vivian Tallman (non-commercial) Call 992-2121 Dec. 25, 1917-Mar. 20, 2011 Sept. 6, 1920-Apr. 23, 2004Observer in the Cariboo

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Mike Steinebach @ (250) 694 - 3497 or Cell (250) 692-6107 or (250) 692 - 9752 Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 or Cell (250) 570- 2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net & Website www.mikesauction.net Watch future papers for a complete listing

$35,000.

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Used twice, like new, fully loaded. 2 power slides with topper awnings, laminated fiberglass walls, thermal windows, alum. super structure, heated and enclosed tanks, black tank flush system, power awning with screen room, power jack, 10gal water heater, flat screen tv, auto gps satellite dish, DVD CD radio, led lights, 125W solar charge system, maxx air covers, dual 6 volt batt.

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Chemo RV Spring Sale 3 DAYS ONLY APRIL 27TH, 28TH & 29TH

EVERY RV ON SALE 15% OFF* ALL IN-STOCK PARTS & ACCESSORIES Manufacturer Sales Reps On Site 145 Watt Solar Kit 95 Watt Solar Kit $1,195 Installed $1,095 Installed view our online showroom at www.chemorv.ca

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