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Council looks at status quo tax increase Quesnel City Council met for the first time to formally discuss the 2013 budget. The purpose of the meeting was for council to: Review the preliminary budget overview, including the proposed operating budget of each department; review the supplementary budget items list. These are new spending items that are operational in nature and requested by council, staff or committees of council. Dollar figures or percentages referred to in Budget 2013 news are subject to change and should not be considered final until the budget process is complete. Council had previously directed staff to prepare a “status quo” budget with the options for tax shifting from the heavy industrial class to the other classes included. The status quo budget would require a 3.4 per cent tax increase. This budget does not include any personnel or service reductions. It also doesn’t consider any supplemental (new spending) items, or increases to reserves, such as the Quesnel Works: Capital Reinvestment Program. During the operating budget review, council opted not to make any tax shift from the major industrial class to other classes, such as residential or business. This keeps the percentage of taxation revenues that class provides at 62 per cent. Council also reviewed a number of other budget items, including the supplemental list, Council expenses and community support items (funding provided to other organizations to run programming). This information will return to future budget meetings for discussion and formal adoption. Council also reviewed how the city stands in comparison with other communities across B.C. thanks to statistics provided
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Key dates • Feb. 18 – capital budget review (capital projects include items such as equipment, paving projects and infrastructure improvements). • Feb. 25 – public input session. Council will deal with a number of other budget items in March and April, including: reviewing the five-year financial plan; setting tax rates for the various classes; reviewing early approval lists and determining appropriate reserve allocations. • May 6 – Final budget bylaws adopted
Budget 2013 quick facts • The draft budget shows the city collecting about $13.25 million in taxation, up from 2012, when it collected $12.8 million. • A 3.4 per cent tax increase would be required to meet this budget. • The average home assessment in Quesnel is $162,494 ($162,137 in 2012, an increase of 0.2 per cent.) • A 3.4 per cent tax increase means the average house, whose assessment increased by the average of 0.2 per cent, would be charged $22.62 more for municipal taxes in 2013 than 2012. • Each one per cent tax increase equals approximately $125,000. • Major industry provides 62 per cent of the city’s general taxes. • All dollar values in the budget are subject to change.
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BC Hydro provides smart meter update DANIKA M. HÉBERT Observer Reporter
BC Hydro has provided the City of Quesnel with an update on the installation of the smart meters in our community. The letter sent to council stated smart meter installation started in July 2011 and since then, BC Hydro has installed 1.7 million meters across the province. BC Hydro is now in the process of completing the upgrade but stress that the grid update cannot be completed until all customers have new meters. According to their letter, BC Hydro is making the transition to smart meters to “ensure safe, cost effective electricity delivery to homes and businesses all around the province.” Another perk BC Hydro has cited in their letter is the automation of their services. “The old meters are becoming obsolete and require BC Hydro to manually perform services that have now been automated,” the letter stated. “In order to continue to serve customers without a new meter, we would have to set up a costly and separate customized system and the cost of this would have to be subsidized by other BC Hydro customers who have a new meter.” BC Hydro has received many
questions regarding the installation of the smart meters and has posted them on their website. “For example, we have confirmed through testing by a federal consumer protection agency that the new meters are accurate,” the letter said. BC Hydro said they have also confirmed through testing that the technology used in the smart meters is confirmed to be safe for decades by households and communities around the world. BC Hydro stated they have worked hard to accommodate the wishes of those who are uncomfortable with the installation of their smart meter. “Customers can choose to relocate the meter base to a different location on their property, in accordance with local electrical guidelines, and at their own cost,” the letter read. “For customers who would like to move the meter, contacting a qualified electrician is the first step.” However, BC Hydro’s letter explained their conditions of service entitle them to access to the meters. “When customers request service from BC Hydro, they agree to the terms and conditions in BC Hydro’s electric tariff, including the obligation to provide access to their property so that we can read, maintain or exchange the BC
Hydro meter,” it said. In January 2013, BC Hydro contacted those in the province who had not yet made the switch to the smart meter. “We continue to work with these customers and in the meantime, will not install a new meter without their agreement,” their website said. As part of the province’s electric system, BC Hydro said the smart meters are a necessary part of the upgrade. “They are standard equipment just like utility poles and power lines and are required to modernize the system and ensure the safe, efficient delivery of electricity to British Columbians,” the letter stated. BC Hydro listed ways they feel the smart meter system will help the automated electricity system including: • Automatically detect power outages; • Provide customers with access to their hourly electricity-use data through a secure online account; • Ensure bills are based on actual consumption; • Improve safety by having installers inspect each meter socket that connects homes and businesses to the electricity grid and provide free repairs by a qualified electrician on-the-spot if an issue is found. For information about smart meters, email smart meters@ bchydro.com or call 1-800-409-8199.
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Council approves strategic actions
Council approved a comprehensive list of action items that were developed during this year’s strategic planning process. The actions fall under a wide range of topics, including: sustainability in all planning and operations; community health and safety; financial stability of the corporation; economic stability and diversification; infrastructure reinvestment; environmental stewardship; and governance. Some actions have been referred to the budget process. Once all actions have been dealt with, the city will issue a 2013 strategic plan.
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public hearings to deal with two zoning amendment requests regarding secondary suites. The property owners of 320 Nickel Ridge Ave. and the owners of 160 Nickel Ridge Ave. have applied for a zoning amendment to allow secondary suites in their properties. The hearing will be held Monday Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall.
Prosperity • The city will make a presentation to the New Prosperity Review Panel through the public consultation process. Council passed a motion last
night recognizing the long-term economic benefits of the copper and gold mine to the City of Quesnel and surrounding area. Council will also stress that the First Nations and environmental concerns must be adequately addressed.
was approved to provide a pound, as well as spay and neuter program. The SPCA will receive $47,754 in 2013, with annual increases determined by the increase in BC Stats’ Consumer Price Index.
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Council approved disposing of two city assets, a 1995 Ford LM 8000 tandem axle dump truck and a trailer-mounted sewer rodding machine. The items will be disposed of through a sealed bid process.
Council approved a request from the Quesnel SkyFest Society to use the Quesnel Regional Airport on Aug. 3 and 4 to host Quesnel’s international air show, SkyFest 2013. Included in the list of performers this year are the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and the CF-18 Jet Demo Team.
SPCA A new, five-year contract to the SPCA
Q-City Page Have you received your residential garbage collection survey? If so, please return it to City Hall by 4:30 p.m., February 20, 2013. If you have not received your survey or, if you have any questions regarding your survey, please call 250-991-7480.
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City Surplus Equipment
The City of Quesnel wishes to dispose of the following items and is accepting sealed bids from the public until 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 21, 2013. Sale items include: LOT 1 - 1995 Ford LM 8000 tandem gravel truck with a 16’ LangFab dump box with a highlift tailgate and tarp and a 10-speed transmission, 427,000 kilometers. LOT 2 - 1971 O’Brien Sewer Rodder mounted on trailer with hydraulic brakes, 560 hours of usage. All items will be sold on an as-is, where-is basis. Bids are to be delivered to City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5, prior to the closing date and time. Ensure that the “Lot Number” of the bid item and “ Surplus Equipment” is marked on the outside of the sealed envelope. Call 250-992-6330 to view the items at the Public Works Yard (64 Davie St) between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday (except the Statutory Holiday on February 11). The successful bidder will have until Thursday, February 28, 2013 to pay the City for such equipment by cash or certified cheque and remove the item from City property. Payment must be made at City Hall at the address noted above. City Hall - 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 T - 250-992-2111 W - www.quesnel.ca Hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (except Statutory Holidays)
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Proclamations February – Heart Month February 18 – 24 – Rotary Week in Quesnel
The Cariboo District of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is creating its list of registered Equipment for Hire for the fiscal year 2013/2014, which begins April 1, 2013.
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A Quesnel man has made his first court appearance in relation to a West Kelowna crash that took the life of a mother of two. Jordan Wayne Garvin, 22, has been charged with dangerous driving causing the death of 46-year-old Cindy Thomas and dangerous driving causing bodily harm. Thomas died on March 3, 2012, when the Pontiac Bonneville she was a passenger in was hit as it made a left turn onto Ross Road from Highway 97. The crash likely killed Thomas instantly. The drivers of the Pontiac and Lexus involved in the crash were injured. At the time, police alleged aggressive driving and speeding on the part of the Lexus were factors in the collision. They were also investigating whether the light was yellow or red at the time the Pontiac turned left. Garvin was scheduled to make his first court appearance on Tuesday and his case has been put over until Feb. 19. He is one of two people facing charges in the crash, court records show. Scott Preston, the alleged driver of the Pontiac, was charged last week with the Motor Vehicle Act offences of failing to stop for a yellow light at an intersection and driving without a driver’s licence. The 45-year-old is scheduled to make his first court appearance in early March.
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All individuals or companies registered this past year through the District Office in Quesnel will be receiving invitations to re-register their equipment for the coming fiscal year by mail. Any individuals or companies who were not registered in 2012, but wish to have their equipment listed, are hereby invited to contact the District Office to obtain the appropriate registration forms. Note that while you do not need to have Commercial (Comprehensive) General Liability Insurance or up-to-date WorkSafeBC coverage to register, you will have to meet these requirements prior to working on any ministry projects. Only owned or lease-to-own equipment is eligible for registration. Equipment can only be registered in one area in any given year. Seniority is not transferable from area to area. The deadline for new registrations is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 22, 2013. Late registrations will be accepted, but will be put at the bottom of the open list. Note there is no charge for registering new equipment or for changing or removing equipment information already listed.
Register through the local District Office in Quesnel at: 410 Kinchant Street, Suite 501, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5. You can also phone 250 983-7210 or send a fax to 250 992-7223 to have the forms mailed or faxed to you, or register on-line at www.bcbid.ca.
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Relay for Life selects 2013 theme
t’s Time for a Cure! That is the theme of Quesnel’s 2013 Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life. Those who attended kick-off last Thursday at the Sandman Hotel were greeted by a leadership team dressed in their pyjamas surrounded by stuffed animals and storybooks – it looked a lot like bedtime. They were then fully introduced to the theme: Time for a Cure. This theme, suggested by Jennifer Pinette, was chosen by the leadership team for several reasons. Part of the Canadian Cancer Society’s vision is a world where no one ever needs fear a cancer diagnosis, and a cure would be a huge stride towards achieving this vision. We know that while a single cure that would work on all of the 200-plus types of cancer may not be possible, the strides made in research and treatments over the past several decades have gotten us closer to 100 per cent survival rates for many cancers. It’s time to take another step forward in cancer treatment and be able to give those faced with cancer diagnoses hope. It’s Time for a Cure. The other part of this year’s theme, Time, also has the leadership team and Relay For Life participants very excited for the decorating and activity potential. We are encouraging everyone to put their own spin on the theme – perhaps your tent will be Christmas Time, Easter Time, Tea Time, Bed Time, Party Time, or even Hammer Time. We want people to interpret the theme in their own way and bring unique ideas to their fundraising events and their tent decorating on May 25th at Relay For Life. Of course, before you start fundraising
or planning your tent decorating, you need to register for Relay For Life. There are two ways to register this year – online or on paper. The Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life website, www.relaybc.ca/ quesnel2013, has been set up for online registration and donation collection. This makes it easy to track who has joined your team, how much money you have raised so far, and to collect donations from people you may not see often. You can also personalize your team page and keep friends, family, and other relayers up-todate on fundraising events. Paper registration forms are available from your team captain or at the Canadian Cancer Society Resource Centre at 332 Front St. However and whenever you register, we encourage you to be in contact with your team mentor. This person is someone with knowledge and
expertise on Relay For Life and is there to help answer your questions and make your Relay For Life experience the best it can be. They are a great person to bounce ideas off of and discuss your plans for relay with. If you’re not sure who your team mentor is, talk with your team captain or contact team development co-chair Cathy Briggs at 250-747-1739 or cbriggsrfl@gmail.com. Team packages are now available at the Canadian Cancer Society Resource Center at 332 Front St. You can also register online at www.relaybc.ca/ quesnel2013. Feb. 28 will be the next team information night after kickoff. March 1st is the last day of early bird registration – until this day participants can register for only $10. After this, the registration fee goes up to $20. For more information on the Relay For Life event
Relay for Life incorporates activities and awareness all while raising funds. or how you can get involved, contact Michelle Godfrey at 778-414-1222 or 250-983-8815, or Kara Perdue at 250983-4241. You can also email quesnelrelay@ bc.cancer.ca. For questions about Teams contact Cathy Briggs at 250-7471739. You can also visit the Relay For Life website at www.relaybc.ca/
Advance Public Notice Load Restrictions
Pursuant to Section 66 of the Transportation Act, and to provisions of the Commercial Transport Act, notice is hereby given that load restrictions may be placed on short notice in the near future on all highways within the Cariboo District. The restrictions will limit vehicles to 100 per cent, 70 per cent or 50 per cent legal axle loading. Overweight permits will not be granted and all term overweight permits are invalid for the duration of the restrictions. Trucking and transportation companies, as well as the general public, should govern themselves accordingly. Your cooperation in adhering to the above regulations is appreciated. Dated in Williams Lake, British Columbia, this 25th day of January, 2013.
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he numbers are unacceptable. Thirty-seven per cent of serious motor vehicle injuries are a result of distracted driving; 30 per cent of car fatalities are a result of distraction. Why do people continue to text or talk when it’s evident it’s highly dangerous? Most of us have answered, not wanting to miss the call, vowing to ‘only be a second.’ I myself have done it and it’s not something I’m proud of – especially since the fix is ridiculously easy. Perhaps we need to look at increasing fines and harsher repercussions – especially for repeat offenders. Since the preliminary statistics released for 2012, RCMP are launching a distracted driving campaign for the month of February. Don’t want a fine? Pay attention to the road and get yourself a handsfree device – easy peasy. Since the implementation of legislation banning the use of handheld devices in January of 2010, police in British Columbia issued 105,972 violation tickets for use of handheld electronic devices. “In the month of February police across B.C. will be targeting drivers who operate vehicles while using a handheld device,” Cpl. Robert McDonald of BC RCMP Traffic Services said. “Holding a cell phone in your hand on speaker phone is an offence under the Motor Vehicle Act of using an electronic device while driving and could result in a fine of $167. “This also applies to leaving the cell phone on your console and typing while stopped in traffic.” It’s not rocket science to figure out yapping on your phone, or texting while navigating through traffic is an unsafe practice, but more so, it’s selfish as hell. If the fine doesn’t deter you, think about other people on the road – is that phone call or text really worth it. –Autumn MacDonald, Observer
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annons will roar across the Inner Harbour on the morning of Feb. 12 to mark the opening of the 2013 legislature session. Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon will inspect the troops and present her inaugural Throne Speech, setting out the B.C. Liberal government’s goals for the coming year. This ritual will kick off a legislative session that is expected to run until March 14, where the official Parliamentary Calendar shows a three-week break for Easter. Debate is unlikely to resume in April, as the election campaign will be in full roar by then. This means there will be a grand total of 19 sitting days to push through a budget and a raft of legislation. Here’s my unofficial preview. The pre-election budget will be presented Feb. 19 by Finance Minister Michael de Jong. Premier Christy Clark has decreed that it must be balanced, and the government has made extra efforts to armour itself against what will likely be the loudest debate ahead.
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B.C. Views First, de Jong held a pre-budget meeting of the government’s blue-chip forecast council in public. This provided a visual record of what happens every year, when the finance ministry solicits the same sort of independent advice as most competent democracies, and bases its numbers on that. Then the finance ministry hired former Bank of Montreal chief economist Tim O’Neill, who will act as an unofficial version of the parliamentary budget officer in Ottawa. Now that we have simultaneous oversight of child welfare and the police, the next step is to extend it to finance bureaucrats. Regardless of party, the government has to produce a three-year set of forecasts
downward trend is reversed this year, it will be in large part because people are still mad enough about the harmonized sales tax and a range of other issues to get off the couch and kick some B.C. Liberal butt. Electing senators remains a popular notion, especially with older, conservativeminded voters in B.C. who identified with the Reform Party. The first-ever senate election looks like the best available shot at boosting turnout among people who are not likely to vote NDP, and who may also be disengaged from provincial politics. And then there is the provincial sales tax bill. Another kick in the slats for the movie business, for one, and don’t hold your breath for NDP leader Adrian Dix to produce a solution in the wake of his recent trip to Tinsel Town. The performance of the governing party and the opposition will be scrutinized as never before. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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to replace the current one. A lot of election energy will go into competing claims about who is better at predicting the future. Another new law to be given high priority is one setting up senate elections, to be run in connection with the May 14 provincial vote. Alberta pioneered this, and Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s recent round of senate appointments included Calgary lawyer Doug Black, who won an Alberta senate election held last year. There was no one appointed to replace Gerry St. Germain, who bid an emotional adieu as a Conservative senator for B.C. last year. St. Germain was instrumental in uniting the splintered federal Conservatives, but he reached the mandatory retirement age of 75, having been appointed by Brian Mulroney in 1993 after losing his seat as an MP. Why would this senate reform be so urgent for the B.C. Liberals now? Well, turnout for the 2009 election fell to around 50 per cent, a record low for a provincial vote. If that
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Short-sighted opinion Editor: Re: Ignore, Idle No More, Observer, Jan. 30, 2013 Wright is wrong on all the claimed assumptions and prejudices contained in his criticism of the Idle No More movement. His advice to MP Dick Harris to ignore the issues brought forth by the movement is short sighted and based upon ignorance of both the Harper government’s intent regarding their recent Omnibus bill (designed to destroy Canadian sovereignty over our resources) and the history of land claims in the province of B.C. Wright is also dead wrong in attempting to portray the INM movement as a strictly partisan effort on the part of Canada’s grassroots First Nations as his assessment clearly overlooks too many historic facts surrounding the reasons why Idle No More has finally and suddenly burst forth and has been taken up by nations around the world. In many ways INM has become a touchstone and symbol of the ongoing repression and exploitation of indigenous peoples everywhere whose lands and rights have been ignored, abused, exploited and illegally extinquished without any due process of law, all the while being tacitly approved of and covered up by a vested corporate media complicit throughout the whole unjust process. For thousands of years, the First Nations people of B.C. subsisted in a land of plenty. Matthew Baillie Begbie, the first Chief Justice of the United Colony of British Columbia and the province alluding to this matter once stated, “All Indians in B.C. are entirely self-supported and selfsupporting.” When the European settlers arrived here, the First Nations economy was boundless and booming. There were no government “hand outs”; no specified federal budget percentages allotted to First Nations, no government created “band councils” and definitely no “620 something reserves in this land” as Wright rightly remarks. Truth be known, there was only one reserve when James Douglas established a
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settlement at Fort Victoria for the Hudson’s Bay Company in 1843 and that reserve was a territory vaster than the combined land mass of California, Oregon and Washington and known today as British Columbia. The First Nations, being the actual civilized people of the day, and also believing that there was more than enough land and resources for everyone to share in, were respectful and generous enough to welcome the white settlers to establish their settlements within their inherent territory. Today of course, looking back, we can see the results of their misplaced faith and good will in the colonialists of their day. Rather than touting the corporate agenda of the “red apple” Chief Louie who, like Wright and countless others, is in denial of the facts surrounding First Nations land claims, honest people earnestly seeking the facts would be well advised to listen to the words of Chief Arthur Manuel of the Sushwap nation who, in a recent talk on the Idle No More movement spoke about the obvious discrepancies that exist due to the lack of good faith in any government, be it provincial or federal, in resolving the vital land question issue. (Chief Manuel’s talk is on YouTube and can be Googled) Chief Manuel tells us that in the beginning prior to the arrival of the white settlers the native people possessed 100 per cent of the land base. Then, after the colonial governments, both provincial and federal, illegally forced the First Nations onto minute portions of the land base they ended up with 0.36 per cent of the land and the settlers with 99.64 per cent. To go from 100 per cent ownership to less than one per cent was the colonial governments’ way of dealing with land claims which first began in 1866. Bearing in mind what the First Nations unwittingly and unwillingly gave up to the colonialists and considering the fact that the federal goverment was responsible for the creation of the “band council” system that so many
non-natives are now accusing of financial mismanagement, I find it difficult to sympathize in any way with Wright’s misguided assertions about how “his money” is being spent on First Nations. We must never forget that the bulk of the 99.64 per cent of First Nations territory has never been conquered by war or ceded to any subsequent government be it provincial or federal. In conjunction with all this is the grim reality that these federally created bands in B.C. are now in debt to the banking cartel to the tune of 500 million dollars thanks to these prolonged and ongoing land claims negotiations that have been dragging on for the past 147 years. Wright’s family may have been here for the past 225 years but relative to the past 10,000 years of uninterrupted occupancy by First Nations it pales into insignificance and serves no useful purpose in any serious discussion of First Nations land claims or the Idle No More movement. Maybe, instead of subtle bashing of the First Nations, a little extrapolation is in order here so that those who feel so hard done by via their tax dollars can visualize the problem better. Imagine if we, the settlers, were to exchange places with the First Nations and all the newcomers to this land went to live on that 0.36 per cent of reserve land and all the original inhabitants relocated to their former holdings. How well would Mr. Wright and the rest of the settlers fare in terms of economic survival? Would that 0.36 per cent provide for all their wants and needs? The Mayan calendar has ended and a new beginning is upon us. I suggest to all the Wrights of the world that the Idle No More movement is just the start of an initiation process that will see both Indigenous First Nations and people of all races from around the world coming together and working to advance a way of stewardship and ownership and respect for our common Earth Mother that will allow us all to live in peace and harmony and plenty. Arthur and Shastah Topham Cottonwood, B.C.
Culture craze As British Columbia becomes more ethnically diverse, health care workers need to become more informed about the health care beliefs and practices of various cultures. CNC’s nursing program already includes a First Nations focus to help future nurses better understand the needs of First Nations patients. This year, the first year nursing students examined a number of cultures, including First Nations, and shared their insights about diverse cultural practices with their classmates. CNC’s nursing educators also work with students to raise awareness and sensitivity around issues like gender, class, and the ability to recognize hidden biases. Students learn a broad range of culturally sensitive communication and interpersonal skills. Instructors emphasize the need to foster a personal approach to patient care to balance the importance of technology in society and health care settings. This approach prepares students to provide culturally-sensitive and patient-centered care. Submitted photo
Letters and emails must include full name and contact phone number and should be 250 words or less. The editor reserves the right to edit submissions for clairity, brevity and legality. Letters to the Editor, Quesnel Cariboo Observer, 188 Carson Ave. Quesnel, BC V2J 2A8 email: newsroom@quesnelobserver.com Ph: 250-992-2121 Fax: 250-992-5229 Quesnel Cariboo Observer is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org
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The annual key tag mailing to B.C. residents is now underway by the War Amps, which has recently achieved two significant milestones – its 95th anniversary and 1.5 million sets of keys returned to Canadians. The theme of this year’s mailing, “There From The Start” touches on how the association was there for returning World War I amputees in 1918 and has continued to serve amputees across the generations up to the present day. This is illustrated through the story of Robin, born 15 years ago missing part of her left arm. Enrolled at three months of age in the War Amps Child Amputee Program (CHAMP), she receives financial assistance for artificial limbs, counselling and attends regional CHAMP seminars. It was at an early seminar that Robin saw another amputee and realized she was not alone, a memory that can still bring her mother to tears. Wanting to give back, Robin and her mother became involved in the War Amps Matching Mothers, and were soon paired up with Brenda and her baby daughter Chloe, who was born with a similar amputation. “They were just like family and walked through the door with their scrapbook and brought all Robin’s artificial limbs. It was very comforting to sit there with someone who had gone through the same thing we have,” Brenda said. The story of Robin and Chloe can be viewed at waramps.ca or youtube.com/warampsofcanada. Public support of the War Amps Key Tag Service allows the association to continue to be there from the start. Key tags protect any keys, not just car keys, and are more vital than ever with the extremely high replacement cost of keys and remote devices. Each key tag has a confidentially coded number. Should the keys be lost, the finder need only call the toll-free number on the back of the tag, or deposit them in any mailbox and the keys will be returned to the owner by bonded courier. The War Amps receives no government grants. For more information, or to order key tags, call toll-free 1 800 250-3030 or visit waramps.ca. The War Amps can also be followed on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
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Eating Disorder Awareness Week is held each February to educate the public on the relationship between dieting, body dissatisfaction and eating disorders. The goal is to increase awareness of the factors that cause people, particularly women, to develop eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia. It’s been over 13 years since a new weightloss drug has come on the market. A new one was just OK’d in the U.S. It’s called Belviq and it works on a brain chemical that controls appetite. Weight-loss drugs have had a rather shaky history and it’s not sure how good this new one will be. The drug is still under review in Canada. It may be available to pharmacies within the year. Losing weight is big business. However, there is no magic answer to the problem. To make weight-loss permanent, one must simply eat fewer calories or burn more calories. In fact, for better results, do both. Research in Israel has produced a strain of marijuana that can ease pain and discomfort symptoms but without the part of the plant that makes people “high”. Perhaps this altered product might make access easier for those with chronic diseases like MS, Parkinson’s and post traumatic stress disorder. There is so much occurring in the world of medications. We do our utmost to keep current on any new advances to enable us to serve you better.
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HISTORICAL
Three grads, two became high school principals L
yell Rodger and I graduated from Cobble Hill school in 1945 (it is now a private school), which was built in the 1930s. We were in a graduating class of three, with two of us becoming school principals. The old building served several generations of students, characters, mischief makers and culprits and – oh yes – many good students and servicemen as the war was winding down in 1945.
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Historical Footnotes One principal was a tall serious fellow who rapped our knuckles many times on the road to education. He had a 16-inline-cylinder Pierce Arrow car, if my memory is right, which he parked by the school doors. The school was two levels such that from the office you could not see the car, which the principal loved to start and
warm all 16 cylinders. We crept up from a roadside ditch after school one day and jacked the vehicle up, then put blocks under the rear axle. The job done, we hid in the ditch as we knew his schedule and waited. He was predictable and as usual started his car, then engaged the gears but nothing happened so he tried again even racing all 16 cylinders but no movement. We giggled away when he got out to see what was wrong. His next attempt failed also so he then got down for a look underneath. It only took a moment for him to get all four wheels on the ground and he went home. We congratulated ourselves on “putting one over our principal.” As we were few in number, he had no problem in guessing “who did it.” We got a stern lecture next day involving all pupils in the room (about 15) and then laying on the work while he patrolled the aisles. By day’s end he had won the contest of wits and we sought more mundane pursuits. Lyell wanted to be a
professional ball player, but on attending summer training camp was eliminated and another course had to be found; that was teaching. At that he was very good and in Prince George was principal of Duchess Park secondary and
finally principal of the new big Prince George secondary. He retired from there and the tumultuous gathering of Lyell fans gave him a fond farewell. The enclosed card was one of his gifts in 1987 and shows
his sense of authoritarian humour. Lyell lives in Qualicum Beach now. To your memory, Lyell, from a culprit. Andy Motherwell is an amateur historian and regular Observer columnist.
A few of Lyell Rodger’s better quotes.
Card courtesy of Andy Motherwell
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Auditor loses bid for BC Rail bills
Auditor General John Doyle has lost his bid for detailed defence lawyer billings in the case of two ministerial assistants convicted for their role in the sale of B.C. Rail operations in 2002. In a ruling released Tuesday, B.C. Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert Bauman found that Doyle was seeking a “sweeping invasion of solicitor-client privilege” in the case and dismissed his petition to see the documents. Doyle went to court in an effort to complete his review of the BC Rail sale, in which Dave Basi and Bobby Virk pleaded guilty to breach of trust and accepting a benefit for their role in bidding for BC Rail assets. Seven years of pre-trial manoeuvring came to a
sudden end in than their October 2010, assets were when Basi and worth. Virk pleaded guilty Bauman to providing bid states in information to a his ruling Colorado-based that current railway company, British in exchange for a Columbia trip to Denver for a legislation football game and does not give other rewards. the Auditor The B.C. General government’s access to John Doyle decision to abandon privileged efforts to recover materials $6 million in legal such as fees for the pair sparked a lawyer bills and his assurance political battle. Two deputy that they would not be widely ministers said they made the shared makes no difference. decision to overrule the policy Bauman also found that to recover legal defence fees the government’s voluntary from government employees if disclosure of privileged they are found guilty. cabinet documents in the They concluded it would case is not relevant to the have added more to legal costs confidentiality of lawyer bills.
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Thursday, February 28, 2013 will be held at the Meeting/Activity room of the Library, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy the refreshments. For information about the “Friends of the Library” group contact Society President, Dorie Havens, at (250) 747-1453 or Society Secretary-Treasurer, Maureen Murray at (250) 992-6298.
that mark will be shattered with another 47 per cent increase, mostly due to a few large projects underway now. While exploration is up, five mining expansions are permitted to proceed in the province. They are: Endako Mines’ molybdenum mine at Fraser Lake in Central B.C.; Teck’s Highland Valley copper mine at Logan Lake in the Okanagan; Huckleberry Mine, an open-pit copper and molybdenum mine near Dease Lake in northwestern B.C.; Quinsam Coal, an underground thermal coal mine on Vancouver Island; and Elkview, a Teck
metallurgical coal mine near Sparwood in the Kootenays. Conference delegates applauded another recent development – the first mineral royalty sharing agreements with aboriginal people for Huckleberry Mine and New Afton, an expansion of a Kamloops-area copper mine. Clark also touted an improvement in permit approval times for land and water use as well as “notice of work” permits. The waiting time
has been reduced from 110 days to 80 days, and another $7 million will be spent to get it down to 60 days, she said. NDP mining critic Doug Donaldson said the B.C. Liberal government is still working to fix a problem it created, when mining permit time went from 55 days in 2007 to 110 days by 2011. The 60-day target for noticeof-work permits was supposed to be met in November, Donaldson added.
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ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter Quesnel Correlieu senior secondary school hosted 34 students and teachers from Shanghai, China as part of the ninth year of a cultural exchange program which will see 32 Correlieu students, teachers and chaperones travel to Shanghai during Spring Break. The Chinese delegation arrived Jan. 25 and the group from Shanghai Nanhui Xiehang high school participated in downhill skiing at Troll; music and drama presentations at Correlieu; an indoor soccer tournament at the indoor facility; swimming and a pizza party at the arts and recreation centre; a movie at the Carib Theatre; winter camping at Gavin Lake where they experienced snowshoeing, cross country skiing and sledding; the Winter Carnival at West Fraser Timber Park; and a potluck, welcome dinner at Correlieu. The exchange program is sponsored and organized by SD28 International School Program. Students and teachers stayed with home stay families. The Correlieu delegation to Shanghai is being organized by Ron and Gill England, Jerry Nugent and Rob McGregor.
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East meets west Chinese exchange students explore Cariboo fun
Clockwise from top: The whole delegation poses for a photo; some of the sledders enjoyed the snow more than others; Correlieu students and Nanhui Xichang students found fun together; combine snow and kids and the fun is universal; getting their equipment for skiing; dishes are a necessary part of every meal; Chinese ski bunnies, chaperones and teachers enjoyed wing night at the Cariboo Hotel. Contributed photos
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LIFESTYLES
Time to get active, no time for nonsense
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ust when I felt somewhat exhilarated about getting on with things after holidays something terrible seemed to be happening. Some of my friends and acquaintances were passing away. It almost seemed like an epidemic but of course it wasn’t. It was just me over reacting. I can’t remember so many deaths of seniors other winters but perhaps there are no more than other years. But life goes on for most of us. More than one person has told me that attending a memorial service has become their social outing. Being the recipient of an African violet belonging to a dear friend that is no longer with us, I have a new appreciation of artificial flowers. They are keepers. There is a place for fresh and artificial flowers in our life. It appears symptoms of the flu seem to be abating with those I’ve been in touch with and life for them can get back to normal. There is no time for that nonsense. So much to be done. At their meeting Jan. 17 at the Legion, one of the things chairman Peter Nielsen of Seniors Voice spoke about was a real concern when
our local hospiAt their tal discharged OAPO branch an elderly 77 meeting patient recently Jan. 15 in the without making Golden Centre, sure proper members of the care would new executive be in place. were sworn in, Whether it’s a with Pat KlasRuth Scoullar staff shortage sen as presiSENIOR’S UPDATE dent; Gloria or negligence, it is hoped this Robinson as problem will be rectified. treasurer; Gus Schaub as At that same meeting, first vice; new directors were Deb Pedersen spoke on Julie Lindblom, Thelma behalf of United Way’s Stolarski and Vern Noeth. Better at Home program. Helen Mickey continues to She touched on some of be secretary. the things the program has They now hold their meetto offer for seniors 65 and ings at 1:30 p.m. the third older: non-medical support Tuesday of the month. The for such things as househall is open Monday, Tueskeeping, grocery shopping day, Thursday and Friday and yard work. for cribbage, whist and The problem of affordable, pool. Lunch is provided accessible housing was disfor members also on those cussed. Keith Watkin had a days. small paper model displayed The Quesnel and District to give an idea of what the Seniors’ Society also had new Lion’s Club Housing new members of the execuproject will look like on the tive sworn in at their meetReid Street property. Keith ing Jan. 24. As president is working on a wooden Rae Daggitt was absent, model. Meanwhile, exciting first vice Helene Boudreau fundraising ideas are comtook his place. The execuing forward while waiting tive is made up of second for plans and paperwork to vice Maurine Goodenough; be finalized. Then it will be secretary Doug Service and all hands on deck to help treasurer Marg Hessels. Diout. rectors are Lil Petersen, Ray
Simmonds, Marion Gordon, Helen Krause, Russ Penhold and Adrian Monich. Booking agent is Dee Adams and Dave Peek-Vout is accountant. Honorary directors are Joan Huxley and Peter Couldwell. The Seniors’ Society meet at 1 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month. They have a full schedule of activities and are starting beginner bridge lessons Wednesdays 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Coming up is the Spaghetti Dinner, Feb. 14; Garage Sale, April 13; Open House, Oct. 22; Harvest Dinner, Oct. 3; Craft Sale, Nov. 15 – 16; Christmas Dinner, Dec. 5; Tour of Lights, Dec. 11. Robbie Burns Night at the Royal Canadian Legion, Jan. 26 is just what was needed to chase the winter blahs. The 145 people who attended filled every available seat and enjoyed the Scottish dancers, Scottish songs by St. John/St. Andrew choirs and of course the bagpipes not to mention the delicious roast beef dinner. Plans are being made for next year’s event. Ruth Scoullar is a seniors’ advocate and regular Observer contributor.
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The Staff and Collective of the Quesnel Women’s Resource Centre would like to extend a sincere thank you to the Great Indoors HVAC Company for their donation of a new Lennox furnace for the Women’s Centre. The furnace was installed on January 19 th and it is very cozy in our little house. Specifically, we would like to thank the following people who so generously donated their labour and time to do this for us: Cameron Fehr, Scott Thomson, Jamie Weaver and Josh Sinclair. You have done a wonderful thing for the Women’s Resource Centre, and the community as a whole. Thank you!
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SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC... WEDNESDAY SOUTH HILLS NEIGHBOURHOOD ASSOCIATION MTG Feb. 6, Dragon Lake school library. 7 p.m.
THURSDAY SENIORS’ CENTRE Spaghetti Dinner, Feb. 14, doors open at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., tickets $10 at the Seniors’ Centre.
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But the hour comes and now is when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth. God is a spirit and they must worship him in spirit and in truth. Please join us.
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AND DANCE Feb. 9, Jack O’Clubs Music Hall, Wells, B.C. Singles $40 and couples, $70. Cocktails at 5 p.m., prime rib dinner at 6 p.m., live entertainment 8 p.m. with Joey Only and the Outlaw Band. Sweetheart photo booth. Tickets and info, jack.o.clubs. events@hotmail.com or call Reba, 1-250994-3242. DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION AT SMOKEY OAK LOUNGE AND RESTAURANT, Doors open 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25 each at Rockies, Total Pet, Circle S Western Wear and proceeds to Pet Safe Coalition Society of Canada. CELEBRATING THE ARTS , Feb. 16, 1 – 4 p.m. in West Fraser Timber Room,
Arts and Rec. Centre. Arts and Entertainment, snacks and drinks provided along with a special birthday cake. For information contact Lana Johnson, 2507847-0303 or email short1001@hotmail. com. CDC THIRD ANNUAL VALENTINES DINNER, AUCTION AND DANCE Feb. 16 at CNC, 5 p.m. cocktails and appys, 6 p.m. Italian dinner, 7:30 p.m. live auction and 9 p.m. dance with Night Owl Music. Cash bar, credit card accepted on auction items. Tickets are $40/each at CDC, 488 McLean Street. For information call 250-992-2481. LIVE MUSIC JAM NIGHT Feb. 23, Elks Hall, all ages wel-
come, 7 – 11 p.m., sponsored by the notfor-profit River City Music Association, everyone welcome to play/sing or listen/ dance. Admission fees are $5/person to a maximum of $15 per family, RCMA members free, memberships available. For information call Russ Watson, 250992-3452. ALL PIONEER DAY July 27 at Antique Machinery Park. Those wishing to perform, contact John, 250-747-4526.
ONGOING EVENTS LEGION FLEA MARKET, Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Donations greatly appreciated. Help the Legion help the veterans. Donations can be dropped off at the Legion or call Ken, 250-747-4951. DARTS! . Mixed dart league. No experience necessary. Every Tuesday night at 6:45 at Elks Lodge. Call Steven, 250-992-5794 for information.
SUNDAY GOLD PAN GRANNIES THIRD ANNUAL SCRABBLE TOURNAMENT Feb. 24, 1 p.m., St. John’s Anglican Church Hall. Entry fee $20. Contact Olive Walsh, 250-747-3547 to register.
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February brings us to the second phase of our Grant Cycle. Letters of Intent have been reviewed by the Grants Committee and several organizations have been asked to submit a more detailed application for their community projects. Application deadline is February 14 at 5pm – applications can be dropped off at Integris Credit Union. Applications will be reviewed and successful grant recipients expect to receive notification by mid March. On January 21, the Board of Directors approved $44,480 for grant distribution and $5,520 for scholarships for a total of $50,000 to be distributed in 2013. April 6, 2013 Quesnel Community Foundation’s 12th Annual Awards Gala. This year’s event is planned for Saturday, April 6th at the Quesnel Seniors’ Centre. The evening will begin with a no-host bar at 5:30 pm, followed by a great dinner, entertainment, and an auction. Tickets will be $50 and will be available in the next few weeks along with details of this year’s Gala. SUSTAINING PARTNERS
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Spencer Holmes jets to the point and unleashes a slap shot in Saturday’s game against the Omineca Ice.
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Taking down Omineca on ice
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JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter If you were even a minute late to Saturday's game, you missed the 'Roos first goal. Justin Fulton put the puck past Paul Simoes, the Omineca goalie, just 28 seconds into the first period. The goal was a taste of things to come, as the 'Roos dominated the Ice in the second game of the best–of–three, taking their first series. “Every game we play, doesn’t matter the score, we play to get better as a team. We got away from how we play in the first a little bit, but we came back out in the second and we took over the game,” said coach Brian Kozak It was the 'Roos first playoff game at home and the stands were packed with a large crowd, including a contingent from China who were as effusive as the locals. And the crowd had a lot to cheer about, with the 'Roos taking the game 10-5. In the first, the 'Roos were solid, with Paul Girodat posting their second goal of the night, seconds past the three minute mark and, before the fourth minute, Nick Tomassetti grabbing a rebound and flipping it up over Simoes, who was still on his knees after his initial save. Already three up at the four–minute mark, the game started to get rough. Halfway throughout the period, the penalties started to drop, after which a near–unbroken line of penalties kept nine players or less on the ice, with
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power plays going both ways. Ryan Manderson, the 'Roos goalie, kept the Ice from scoring, making some impressive saves to kill penalties as the clock wore down in the first. Omineca finally found its way onto the scoreboard, with just over two minutes left in the first. The 'Roos, after an undisciplined bit of roughing, with both Devon Whalen and Brayden Penner in the penalty box, found themselves down two, when the Ice's Dustin Duncan took the shot at the blue line that found its way past Manderson. The second period started off slow, with fewer shots on goal through the first five minutes then they had goals in the first five of the first. But, the Ice found some energy on the first power play of the period, though not enough to make anything happen, except to push the 'Roos back into high gear. Spencer Holmes opened up the scoring after that, snapping it over the Ice's goalie just before the eight minute mark. A couple minutes later, Curtis Gassoff and Tomassetti played a quick tic-tactoe game in front of the net, with Troy McMillan, the last in the line of passes, finding himself with the puck and a lot of goalie-free net to slide it into. At the 12 minute–mark, Omineca's Justin Alessandrini was able to beat Manderson when he skated down a rebound and fired it, backhand, behind him, for the Ice's second goal of the night.
The 'Roos didn't let the goal slow them down. Daniel Hills came up the wing minutes later and let go a shot that rebounded back to Waylon L'Heureux, who had been following Hills and took his own shot, this time beating the goaltender. The game continued to feature lessthan-legal jostling, which lead to a couple penalties late in the period, after Kalen Bird of the Ice got kicked out for an egregious head butt, which would get the Ice into more trouble as the 'Roos capitalized twice on the ensuing power plays. Fulton found the back of the net at 14:32, coming in close and holding the puck back, waiting for the right moment, before finding a weakness and popping it into the netting. Eight seconds later Girodat would fire it past Simoes to round up the scoring in the five–goal second period. The third continued in the vein of the first two periods, with plenty of cross-talk and some very physical confrontations which lit the scoreboard up like a Christmas tree and caused the 'Roos a bit of a pain. Out in front coming into the period, the 'Roos were looking to play the puck less and to play the body more and the Ice seemed more than happy to oblige them, with a fight between L'Heureux and Dustin Duncan of the Ice within a minute of the period starting. Holmes was the first to score in the period, sneaking it past Simoes to give the 'Roos a commanding 9-4 lead less
than five minutes into the period. The teams traded off penalties until half way through the period, when the Ice started to find their discipline. Manderson made a triptych of beautiful saves early on in the penalty trouble, stopping the Ice in the first of a line of 'Roos penalties. Unfortunately, with that penalty killed, Holmes got thrown in to the box and Kenneth Schmidt got Omineca's third of the night, which would start something of a run for the Ice, with three power play goals in a row. David Gordon was the next to score for the Ice and, with less than seven minutes left, the Ice started to find life again. Montana Turgeon scored for the Ice a minute later, which sobered up the 'Roos. After the run, the 'Roos found their discipline and didn't get drawn in to anymore penalty situations, but set about to killing the rest of the game without any more goals against. McMillan put the nail in the coffin for the Ice when he scored his second of the night, two minutes before the end of the game, to make it 10-5. Saturday's win brings the winning streak tally to seven, with nary a loss in 2013. The 'Roos have come a long way from the beginning of the season. Their first game of the year was against Omineca Ice, which the Ice won in a shoot out. See PAGE A19
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Bring on Williams Lake from A18 The game was close through 60 minutes, with the lead trading hands in the first, before a couple unanswered goals in the second put the Ice in a comfortable lead, which the 'Roos wore down in the third, tying the game less than three minute before the buzzer. Today's 'Roos were a completely different team against the Ice. In the first round of playoffs, the 'Roos dominated, allowing the same amount of goals in their final two games against the Ice as in the initial game – six goals. For the coaching staff, the change rests on the back of one word and it starts with a capital T. "The players, through hard work and the decision to play the game with a Team–first mentality, have raised their game to the next level," Kozak said. With the Stampeders taking the first two games in their series against Lac La Hache Tomahawks, 4-3 then 4-2, the 'Roos will be taking them on in the next round. The 'Roos have won two out of five games against Williams Lake, taking both home games late in the season, but losing the first three in Williams Lake early in the season. "They’ve got a solid squad; They play an honest game. It’ll be a good series, a really good challenge for our players."Kozak said. The 'Roos' next game is this Saturday, at 7:30, at the Twin Arenas.
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Every year since 2003, Carson School has hosted an annual floor hockey tournament. This event takes place during the dark months of January and February, when weather conditions often prevent students from going outside. So instead, they gather in the gym, players and spectators participating in what has become an annual tradition. While a staff member organizes and oversees the tournament, it is very much run by the students. Grade six students act as team captains. They draft their teams, then guide them through the tournament itself, reminding their team members of upcoming games and Spencer Marsh, a grade 4 Carson School student, plays goal dur- organizing substitutions. ing the annual floor hockey tournament. Grade seven students act as Rick Prosk photo
referees and scorekeepers. Staff members play alongside the students, acting as team members, while allowing the students to make the important decisions. Kane Clark, a grade nine student who played for five years in the tournament, beginning in grade three, is grateful he had the chance to take part in the tournament all those years “Floor hockey meant a lot to me and all my friends. It brought us all together and helped us make new friends," Clark said. "We didn’t only have fun; we learned teamwork too. I will always remember Carson elementary and its world class floor hockey tournament.” Submitted by Carson School teacher Rick Prosk
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Thanks for the years we had Thanks for the memories we shared We only pray that when you left us You knew how much we cared
Lost & Found
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Richard Cayer & Rob Cayer Aug. 21, 1948 ~ Feb. 7, 1997
Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: ďŹ sh@blackpress.ca
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MOUNT MILLIGAN THOMPSON CREEK METALS COMPANY
Gone but not forgotten. Our thoughts of you are ever present, We will always love you.
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Annie Rowlandson
HISTORICAL ARMS Collectors Guns-Knives-Militaria Antiques Show & Sale Saturday March 9, 9am-5pm, Sunday March 10, 9am-5pm. Heritage Park, 44140 Luckackuck Way, Chilliwack (exit 116 off Hwy 1) Buy-Sell-Swap. For info or table rentals Gordon 604-7474704 Al 604-941-8489. Check our website www.HACSbc.ca
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Located 150km northwest of Prince George BC, Mount Milligan will be British Columbia’s first major metal mine of this century. Construction began in mid-2010 with commercial production projected for the latter part of 2013. Mount Milligan is owned by Thompson Creek Metals and is currently recruiting for the following positions: t Chief Mine Engineer & Mine Engineer t Senior Surveyor t Chief Geologist t Construction Superintendent t Civil Supervisor t HD Mechanics t Health & Safety Advisor t Electricians & E&I Mechanics t Mine Maintenance Superintendent t Flotation & Control Room Operators / Supervisors t Millwrights t Many, many more. For complete job descriptions please visit: www.mtmilligan.com Apply by email to: MtMilligan-Resumes@tcrk.com Or by Fax: 888-881-3527
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Celebrations
Please join us in the
70th birthday celebration of
Rita Beath
on Saturday, February 9th, 2013 in the Legion Hall at NOON. In lieu of gifts please bring a photograph with Mom in it and the story that goes along with it. Refreshments, snacks and birthday cake provided. Happy Birthday to our wonderful Mom! Love Jim & Rio
COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA Quesnel Campus The College of New Caledonia is looking to fill the following positions:
CAMP/LINE COOK INSTRUCTOR The Quesnel campus is seeking an instructor for the Camp/Line Cook Program. The candidate will need an Interprovincial / Red Seal Trades Qualification in the Professional Cook trade. A minimum of 5 years experience as a Professional Cook Journeyperson. Preference will be given to those candidates who are current in the trade and who have proven teaching and/or supervisory experience.
CLASSROOM AIDE – CAMP/LINE COOK PROGRAM Under the direction of the classroom instructors, the incumbent will: assist with classroom organization. They will assist instructors with the preparation of appropriate program plans to meet student needs and in the preparation, maintenance, organization and acquisition of course and resource materials.
To find out more information about these and other opportunities, and directions on how to apply, please check our website at: www.cnc.bc.ca/tools/employment Join us. We offer a supportive workplace, great benefits, and competitive salaries. And we have opportunities to grow, both within our college, and within our communities. CNC - A COMMUNITY FOR LEARNING AND TEACHING THAT CARES, SERVES, AND LEADS
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Quesnel Billy Barker Days Society The Billy Barker Days Society is looking for a community minded individual with some knowledge of Bookkeeping to undertake the volunteer role of Treasurer for the society.
The position would be for a two year term. Commencing November 2013, with shadowing to begin immediately. 2ur ¿nancial records are computeri]ed simply accounting) and can be managed from home, however, attendance at the society’s monthly meetings would be required. There is a short period 3 months in the year) of payroll involved. If you think you can help with this important role and would like more information please call the %illy %arker 'ays of¿ce at 2 0 2 123 and leave a message, we will return your call or email us at of¿ce#billybarkerdays.ca. Cariboo Regional District
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Invasive Plant Control and Spray Assistants (Temporary, Full Time)
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Wanted Experienced Hair Stylist Apply in person with resume to: Tre Spa 310 St. Laurent Ave. Quesnel, BC V2J 5A3
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking Brekkaas Vacuum & Tank Ltd. has immediate openings for Tank Truck Operators - Wages leading in the industry - Benefit package - Lodging possible Drivers must have valid Class 1 license Experience in oilfield or hauling fluids preferred. Fax resume to (780) 5399301
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Available Routes 11000 - Walkem St 12040 - Nadeau, Nagra, Nason, Netterfield, Norman, Nelson, Nickle Ridge 12050 - Graham, Johnston, Moffat, Yorston, Sargent 13000 - Dawson, Dixon, Donnely, Dodds, Lewis 13010 - Healey, Lewis 13030 - Paley Ave, Pierce Ave, Picard Ave 13040 - Patchet St, Pentland Cres, Perry St., Pierce Cres. 13110 - Abbott Dr. 13150 - Bettcher, Blair St. 13190 - Hill St., Hutchcroft St. 13200 - Harcourt, Harper, Higdon, Hutchcroft 13240 - Baker, Twan Ave 13270 - Warden, Webster, Winder 13280 - Ritchie Ave. 13290 - Robertson Ryder 13300 - Roddis, Wilkinson 13310 - Ritson Ave. 13320 - Doherty Dr., Roddie, Rolph 13330 - Rolph 13340 - Reynard, Robertson 13560 - Dennis 13570 - Racing Rd, Ryan, Toby 13580 - Westland Rd., Westland Close 14020 - Gassoff Rd. 14010 - Racing Rd.
15020 - Phillips, Brears, Enemark, Neighbour (s) 15030 - Brears, Britton, Enemark, Phillips (n) 15040 - Britton, Coach, Grosz (n) 15050 - Neighbour, Sanderson, Thompson, Pederson 15060 - Fiege, Pedersen, Vachon, Viker 15070 - Giesbrecht, Manweller, Morast, Redden 15120 - Gook, Ariel Dawn, Cody Dale, Croft 15160 - Beach Cresent 15180 - Lakeview Drive 15200 - Beryl, Dragon View, Flint, Gook, Jasper 15210 - Crystal St. 15220 - Agate, Marble, Jasper 16000 - Elm St. 16020 - Ash, Cedar, Elm, Short Ave 16160 - Lombardie, Maple Dr., Laurel 16200 - Balsam Ave. 16210 - Kube, Maple Dr. 16250 - Willow, Alder, Panaroma 16320 - Briar, Maple Dr. Red Bluff, Saskatoon, Pine 16400 - Basalt, Granite, Jade, Quartz, Mica 18650 - N. Fraser Dr, Elliott, Funn St.
15010 - Brears, Gavlin, Coach, Groasz, Hydraulic Rd, Phillips (s)
Company Drivers/ Owner Operators Northern Deck (division of Gardewine Group Inc.) is expanding and looking for you to join our team. You must have experience handling & transporting LTL flat deck freight. We have available both regional (Alberta/BC) and long-haul (Canada only) runs. We offer a competitive pay package in a sound business environment, with more home time. Please contact: Driver Services Fax #: (204)-631-3737 Phone: 1-800-665-7340 Ext. 3705
Email: driving@gardewine.com
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Relief Drivers: Quesnel Transit requires casual/on call relief Drivers. Must possess valid Class 4 unrestricted licence, Clean Driver’s abstract. Criminal Record check is required. Good customer relations is needed. Resumes can be dropped off at Transit Office, 98A Pinecrest Road or faxed to (250)992-1146. Attention: Cliff or Sherry
Help Wanted AVAILABLE immediately for busy Volvo/Mack dealership located in Salmon Arm, BC. Journeyman or equivalent experienced parts counter applicant. Full time with competitive wages and benefits. Volvo/Mack an asset but will consider other OEM experience as equivalent. Forward resumes to jdiesel1@telus.net. Suitable applicants will be contacted for an interview. Journeyman HD mechanic required for oilfield construction company. Duties will include servicing, maintenance and overhaul of our equipment. The job will be predominately shop work , but with a portion of your time spent in the field. A mechanics truck will be supplied for you. The job is based in Edson, Alberta. Call Lloyd at 780-723-5051. Merchandiser required for books & magazine. Approx. 8 hr/week on Thursday.Training provided. Must have own vehicle and internet access. Email resume to SWoelke@tng.com Ulysses Restaurant has immediate openings for a Line Cook & Servers. Apply in person @ 122 Barlow Ave.
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PORTAGE College in Lac La Biche, AB, is looking for Maintenance Service Workers. For more info, visit our website at portagecollege.ca or call 1-866-623-5551, ext. 5597.
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1996 32’ King Of The Road 5 th Wheel
Good Horse Hay 70lb Square Bales $5 a bale, also 2nd cut Alphalfa Square Bales $6 a bale. (250) 567-9813 Vanderhoof HAY, alfalfa/timothy, 5X5 Net, 1350#avg, $35-$75ton, trucking arranged, details www.abnechako.ca, 250-563-0829 Quality hay for sale. Small bails. $5. Call 250-249-9692.
WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr. Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Move-In Incentives Available. Call 250-992-8949
Pets Show Handling Classes every Tues night @ 6-7:00pm.Drop in $10.00. Located West Quesnel Native Friendship Hall ( 319 North Fraser Dr) For more info or Registry pls call April Perrin @ 250-992-0948
Merchandise for Sale
Auctions KWIKAUCTIONS.COM New & Used Restaurant Equipment Auction Sat Feb 9th @11am 7305 Meadow Burnaby BC
Misc. for Sale 100 gallon oil tank for furnace. $50. 992-7810 or 992-5030. 2002 Bobcat 873
Mobile Homes & Parks 16x80 mobile home. Must be moved. 250-747-3298.
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Mortgages FIXED 5 YEAR RATE
3.09%
Northland Mortgages
250-992-7295 6’ Bucket Doigts Diesel , A1 Shape $16,800 call 250-255-4509 AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; w w w. b i g i r o n d r i l l i n g . c o m . Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. BIG BUILDING sale... “This is a clearance sale. You don’t want to miss!” 20x20 $3,985. 25x24 $4,595. 30x36 $6,859. 35x48 $11,200. 40x52 $13,100. 47x76 $18,265. One End wall included. Call Pioneer Steel at 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca Dry pine cut and split. 14 inches. $50. Pick up load. No delivery. 250-992-7810. SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.
Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Coin Guy: 778-281-0030
Sporting Goods Vernes Place Closing, everything to be sold! Pool tables, shuffle board, misc equip. Call evenings (250)398-5890
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5Bdrm. Executive Style Home in South Hills. $1300/mo. N/S, small pet ok, available March 1st, call (250)316-0448
Seasonal Acommodation
Call 250-255-4509
Shared Accommodation
4Dr. Mid Sized Vehicle V8 Fully Loaded 38 Miles to the Gallon Good Winter Tires Recently Mechanicalized
Commercial/ Industrial Location, Location, Location! 246 St. Laurent Avenue 1,320 sq. ft. corner street level commercial space - excellent retail location. Newly renovated upper level office space 1,676 sq. ft. area complete with two sets of bathrooms, one with shower facility, kitchen, two large meeting areas, three private offices, foyer and private entrance. Downtown center core location surrounded by parking. Both areas available immediately. Competitive rates. For appointment to view and details on rates call Paulette at (250)991-2804
Shared accommodations. Downtown area. N/S, No parties. Avbl March 1st. $300+utilities. 250-992-1525.
1bdrm bsmt suite suitable for mature, n/s, working person or couple. Utilities incl. N/p, references required (250)747-1434 New 1bdrm. suite. Close to school & MP Mall. N/P, N/S. Avail. immed. Call 747-3878
Townhouses
Apt/Condo for Rent
RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean. Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429
Apt/Condo for Rent
Apt/Condo for Rent
FROM $600/mo Quiet. Secure. Clean. Seniors and families welcome.
Call Shawna
250•992•7868 Members of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program
References required. Creekside Village , newly renovated, ground floor , 2 bdrm condo in well maintained & secure location. W/D ,laundry room , walk in closet,parking . N/S & N/P. $700/mo. + $350 damage deposit.Ref required. Call 1-(250)-297-6623
ONE OWNER! 1994 BUICK
Sport Utility Vehicle
$2,500 Call (250)255-4509
ONE STOP APARTMENT SHOP We have an apartment to suit everyone’s needs.
Bachelors from only $475, one beds from $525, two beds (2 bath in selected suites) from $595 and three’s with 2 baths from only $700. We have limited Apts available with fireplaces to cozy up to on these cold winter nights. Call today for availability and to arrange a personal tour!
1996 Chevy Blazer
Dark green, Michellin all season tires, AWD, new spark plugs and water pump. Needs work.
Suites, Lower
Modular Homes
1241 Lark Avenue
One owner , Factory storm windows , 10 gal HWT , Stereo , Roof air, Microwave oven , 21’ awning, Lrg Double Fridge , Oak cupboards , Super 17’slide out . Excellent Live in Trailer May be able to stay in trailer $11,900 call 250-255-4509
Lets You Live Life.
For rent south of Quesnel 16x80 2010 mobile home. N/P, N/S. $1200/month. 250-747-3298.
Located in the desirable Uplands area Spacious 2 bdrm, 2 bath suites Free Hot Water
$3,950
$449 CABO San Lucas, all inclusive Special! Stay 6 Days in a Luxury Beachfront Resort with Meals & Drinks! For $449! www.luxurycabo hotel.com 1-888-481-9660.
Rentals
WOODGROVE MANOR
(one owner)
4 Dr Sedan Deville, w/ Sunroof , Fully Equipped.
Snowmobiles 2012 Pro RMK 800, under 400 miles. Mint condition, with extras. Must see! Asking $9500. Call (250)392-0338
1994 Cadillac Concord
WQ 2Bdrm. House. /c fenced yard.(3rd room can be used as bdrm). Laundry Hook-up. $650/mo. + electric bill. Call (250)992-3262
Transportation
$1,200. obo - 250.255.6569
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McNaughton Manor Adult oriented 1 bdrm avail. immediately N/P. Call (250)255-0845
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