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SINCE 1908

Friday, April 19, 2013

VOL. 99 NO. 66

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tella nibbles on the edge of her gold painted nail.

Why am I even nervous?

She thinks, scanning the starkwhite room.

I know he’s just going to tell me I’m perfectly healthy.

For two years she’s been told the same thing: There’s nothing wrong with you.

Through three MRI’s, a spinal tap, countless blood tests and trips to the specialists: There’s nothing wrong with you.

Sept. 2012 that all changed.

That was the day the doctor came in, pulled the metal circular seat towards him, sat down and reached for the folder.

That was the day he quietly scanned the thick pages within, finished, met her eyes and told her what she knew all along. “It looks like MS.â€? ••• It was 10 years ago when Kim first noticed it – a heavy feeling in her lower leg.

Then came the testing, the specialists, unclear results, the anxiety of the unknown.

The weeks roll by, months turn into years and you’re healthy, happy, “normal.� Then three years ago her left eye was painful. It hurt to move it.

Two days later, her vision goes.

The nurse holds Kim tightly as the hollow needle is inserted through the thin skin of her lower back. The needle passes between the vertebrae and into her spinal canal. It collects the fluid that will be her diagnosis. “It looks like MS.â€? ••• Those gold nails shakily punch out a number.

She needs her sister-friend. She needs reassurance. She sits in her car, dazed and thinks of her baby girl. ••• As the doctor confirms Kim’s diagnosis, she conjures up all the images of the people she knows

battling the disease.

She envisions being unable to write, to speak. She pictures sitting in a wheelchair, wearing diapers. “I didn’t want to face the reality of my future.â€? ••• Stella pulls her tiny car out of the driveway, rushing to her next job. Checking her rearview, she pulls onto the bridge.

And that’s when her body betrays her.

Her right leg begins twitching violently, hitting the gas peddle over and over and over again.

Eighteen times her body forces the car to leap forward, putting herself and everyone else in danger.

And all she can think of is “thank God my baby isn’t in the vehicle.â€? ••• Kim feels fortunate: loving, supportive family, very little symptoms.

She has a sense of peace, she’s accepted her diagnosis. She knows her limits: exhaustion is her companion, dizzy spells her reality.

She’s good one minute and not the next.

But she’s committed to positive thinking, to staying active and being as healthy as possible.

Because Kim isn’t in this alone.

Kims’ fight includes her family, her friends, her future. ••• Stella scans the aisles of the grocery store Veggies, check, fruit, check, dairy‌ and then it hits her, the intense need to relieve herself, she panics.

Where’s mom?

She frantically darts her eyes up and down the brightly lit aisles.

She finds her in the frozen food section, she can’t move another step. Griping her mother’s hand she stares into her eyes. “It’s OK baby,� mom says. “It’s OK.�

And as her mother whispers I love you, a puddle of urine forms between Stella’s flip-flopped feet.

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About MS MS affects those diagnosed, their families and their community, but we can help.

Saturday, April 27 is the first annual MS Walk at Ceal Tingley Park, 1 – 4 p.m.

Pledges are gratefully accepted the day of, or online at MSwalks.ca, search for team Quesnel Self Help Group. Any pledge more than $20 is issued a receipt.

MS is an unpredictable, often disabling disease, targeting the central nervous system. Symptoms vary greatly from person to person and from time to time in the same person.

MS attacks the protective covering of the brain (myelin.)

This causes inflammation and often damages the myelin in patches.

When this occurs the “normal� flow of nerve impulses are interrupted. The result can be a wide variety of MS-related symptoms.

Some symptoms may include: • Balance and dizziness • Bladder dysfunction • Bowel problems • Cognitive impairment • Depression • Dry Mouth • Dysarthria, or difficulty speaking • Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) • Fatigue • difficulty walking (gait) • Incoordination • Optic neuritis (inflammation of the optic nerve) • Pain • Sensory impairment, numbness/tingling • Tremors • Weakness The Gold Pan’s MS group meets the first Friday of every month at City Hall in the CD Hoy room at 12:30 – 2 p.m.

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Family Day, which began 10 years ago is now cancelled after organizers cited political interference.

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Family Day folds, cites political inteference AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter

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After 10 years Family Day has been cancelled.

“It is regrettable a family oriented event must fold because of the political atmosphere now attached to the event,” Family Day Committee treasurer, Ron Campbell said.

“Our volunteers, our time and commitment was to showcase the event as non-partisan, and solely for the benefit of the community as a whole.”

However, the city and council is firm

in their statement, saying the decision to cancel Family Day had nothing to do with politics.

With any event that relies on volunteers, a key issue is to try to keep them motivated,” city manager Byron Johnson commented.

“Usually as events continue year to year, it’s the same volunteers who take on the lions share of the work and at some times they get burned out. When I met with the treasurer for this group he indicated that his group was done; he and his volunteers were tired

of the workload.

“Family day was one of those events which took a significant amount of volunteer effort due to all the food prep required.

“City council included funding in its budget this year, the exact same as last year, so it’s not a lack of budgetary support.”

But Campbell maintains council made it increasingly difficult for the Committee to continue with their efforts in organizing the event.

“We were called into the office and

asked to go over all these different things,” Campbell said, noting they were queried on how they BBQ to how many forks and spoons were needed.

“One day the health inspector calls us up and now we’re having to fill out forms… which is fine, but we’ve never had to do it before.”

“The decision to cancel family day was not a political one,” Coun. Laurey-Anne Roodenburg said.

“The volunteer committee decided that they no longer could do this event. The issue of

volunteerism in our community is of concern to many organizations and I have stated that we need to be looking at this issue.

“I will be working with our economic development office to bring forward a plan and recommendations on how best to address this issue.”

Coun. and Family Day creator Sushil Thapar challenged the city’s statement, reiterating Campbell’s testament that the cancellation of the event was due to political reasons.

“Political interference and the

misuse of staff has put up so many road blocks,” he said.

“A good event had to go down the tubes.

No council member came to the family day as they don’t believe in it.”

“I would really like to thank you all the volunteers, businesses and child referrals services for their participation.

This event was truly volunteer based, not organized by a contractor.”

The remaining funds from Family Day have been transferred to the Early Learning Expo.

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NEWS

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South Hill residents will see a new truck in their neighbourhood later this year. Council approved residential garbage collection to all taxpayers with residential dwellings in South Quesnel, with the exception of all mobile home parks. Council directed staff to communicate the option available to be exempted from city residential garbage to all Mobile Home Parks in Quesnel.

Civic Pride Coun. Scott Elliott is the chair of the new Tourism and Civic Pride Committee which met for the first time on March 14. The Committee is made up of 10 members – two elected officials representing both the City and the Cariboo Regional District, one staff person and seven community members offering a wide variety of expertise related to tourism and civic pride.

The Committee’s mandate is to attract visitors in partnership with local and regional organizations, enhance the quality of life of residents by promoting community involvement and make recommendations to Council regarding tourism and civic pride related issues or concerns. Meetings will be held on the second Thursday of every month.

Secondary Council gave final reading on properties located at 160 and 320 Nickel Ridge Avenue in Carson Subdivision and third reading on the property located at 136 Leonard Street in Johnston Subdivision.

Fire protection Council approved a fire protection agreement with Dunkley Mill.

Fire Chief Sylvain Gauthier met with the mill manager last year to discuss

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the possibility of having the Quesnel Fire Department provide firefighting capabilities in the event of a major fire on site.

With the number of recent fires to various mills over the past few years, Dunkley has been looking at various options to mitigate the loss of property in the event of a major fire emergency.

In summary, if the mill is in need of assistance to combat or deal with a fire emergency it believes is beyond its own capabilities, it may request assistance from the Quesnel Fire Department.

The city may or may not respond to the request from Dunkley if, in the opinion of the City’s Fire Chief (or other person in charge), the city resources are not available because they are being used at a fire or about to be

dispatched to a fire.

The Quesnel Fire Department shall only respond to structural fires beyond Dunkley’s capabilities with one engine and a maximum of six firefighters.

The only cost that the Quesnel Fire Department will incur will be for the fuel.

Dunkley will pay the city an hourly rate for the services provided. The term of the agreement is five years.

Downtown Construction for a new two-story, mixed-use building in the downtown core was approved last night by council.

The new Johnston Meier building will be located at the corner of St. Laurent Avenue and Reid Street.

The ground floor will provide office space for Johnston Meier Insurance with a few smaller offices along Reid Street for rent or lease.

The second floor with accommodate six apartment-size dwellings.

A GLIMPSE OF HISTORY 50 YEARS AGO April 11, 1963

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The City is seeking to fill the following positions:

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Position is part-time. Competition No. is 13-08A and will remain open until filled.

CLERK RECEPTIONIST (3 positions) Positions are casual. Competition No. is 13-12 and closes at 4 p.m., April 30, 2013.

Full details are available on our website.

PUBLIC NOTICE WATER and SEWER FRONTAGE and PARCEL TAX ROLL As per section 208 of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that Parcel Tax Rolls are now available for inspection at the City of Quesnel offices between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday, except statutory holidays. A person who owns a parcel included on the Parcel Tax Rolls may request an amendment based on one or more of the following: (a) there is an error or omission respecting a name or address on the parcel tax roll

(b) there is an error or omission respecting the inclusion of a parcel (c) an exemption has been improperly allowed or disallowed A request by the property owner for an amendment must be submitted in writing to the City of Quesnel on or before Friday, May 3rd.

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SPRING CLEAN UP CAMPAIGN APRIL 22 to 26, 2013 Let’s all work together to clean up our community!

Please have items set out by 8:00 a.m. on the day of pickup. Here is the schedule for ALL CITY RESIDENTS: MONDAY and TUESDAY, APRIL 22 and 23 all areas of West Quesnel west of Baker Creek, including Uplands - Abbott, Lewis and Anderson Drives and West Fraser Road areas within the City WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24 all areas of South Quesnel from Richards Road to north portion of Quesnel-Hydraulic Road and the residential areas along Juniper and Gook Roads, within City boundaries as well as all areas of West Quesnel between Baker Creek and Fraser River THURSDAY, APRIL 25 Johnston Subdivision and Carson Subdivision FRIDAY, APRIL 26 all other areas of Quesnel including Downtown, North Quesnel and Two Mile Flat What will be picked up?

Town Turns New Pumper over to

Local Fire Brigade “This is the first time in the history of Quesnel that we have ever given the Firemen a brand new piece of equipment,” said Mayor Alec V. Fraser when he officially turned a new $20,000 La France pump truck over to Fire Chief Chuck Beath last night. The Mayor told the assembled Council members, firemen, and guests that “council had at times been negligent in not directing the efforts of the fire department, but problems of fire protection areas are being ironed out steadily and the department is now on a businesslike basis.” The new 500 gallon pumper will be paid for outright within twelve months, the Mayor said, and should prove a valuable tool in the hands of the volunteer firemen.”

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A feature highlighting meetings, proposals and events important to Quesnel residents.

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- branches (tied and bundled) - leaves and loose debris (bagged) - car bodies, appliances and other large items (will be removed from private property only after completing the appropriate waiver form available at the Public Works office or City Hall) - a MAXIMUM of two tandem truckloads per residence What will NOT be picked up?

- any new construction or renovation materials - land-clearing debris - any liquids

Kindly place all spring clean-up refuse in your back lane, or, where lanes are impassable or not provided, on your boulevard.

For further information please contact the Public Works office at 250-992-6330.

Did you know?

RECYCLING – THAT the Recycling Depot at the Landfill accepts recyclable clean goods including wood, white and mixed papers, cardboard, newspapers, car batteries, used paint cans (with labels), all metals, food and beverage cans and plastics (no lids) containing the recycling symbols #1-7. The re-use building is open and will take any useable furniture, bottles, and any items in good shape which could be sold or traded to other residents. Any recycling questions should be directed to the Depot at 250-991-2749. For recyclables such as electronics (computers, toys, etc.), tires, oil or anything else, contact the recycle hotline at 1-800667-4321 or visit their website http://rcbc.bc.ca/recyclepedia (Recycling Council of BC).

MEDICATIONS DISPOSAL - THAT all local pharmacists participate in the province-wide Medications Return Program? For more information, contact your local pharmacist or visit the program website at www.medicationsreturn.ca.

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Paull honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

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DANIKA M. HÉBERT Observer Reporter

Although he has done a lot with and for the community, Paull did not expect to be nominated for the award.

“I was surprised when I found out,” Ron Paull is this year’s recipient he said. of the Lifetime Achievement Award “It means an awful lot to me.” handed out at Quesnel’s Volunteer Paull explained one of the issues Citizen of the Year event April 23 at Quesnel will be facing soon is the agthe Legion. ing volunteer core group.

Born in the south of England, Paull “The demographic of quality volunarrived to Canada in 1955, at the age teers is older,” he said. of five.

“The community will hurt when After spending time in Victoria, $ we don’t have those volunteers any his family relocated to Fort St. John, longer.” where they developed a cattle and ON ALL which still operates DISHWASHERS Paull pointed to examples such as the grain operation Mail Run and the Highland Games, today.April 1/2013 - April 30/2013 See your local store for details $ $ which were cancelled in large part After completing high school, Paull See your local store for details because of a declining volunteer base. did a tourON of ALL duty with the Royal CaDISHWASHERS Ron Paull is honoured with the Lifetime Although Quesnel is facing a volunnadian April Air1/2013 Force.

- April 30/2013 See your local store for details Achievement Award.

Annie Gallant photo$ teer shortage, Paull said this problem Once he returned to the north, Paull is not only seen in our community.

See your localto store years later, Paull was appointed thefor details worked at the Quesnel Cariboo Ob“Local government and UBCM Expo 86 Tourism Advisory board by server in sales for three years. should encourage volunteerism and then Minister of Tourism, Grace McPaull then began working for the hold forums and seminars,” Paull Carthy. In conjunction with Expo 86, Town of Quesnel, being appointed the explained.

Paull ran a successful tourism marketassistant clerk in 1973.

“They should do everything in their ing initiative.

After 24 years as a city hall staffer, power to nurture volunteerism.”

Paull also volunteered extensively on Paull began his home-based business, Paull pointed to the three Rs of volthe boards of Northern B.C. and B.C. Ron Paull Communications. One of unteerism: retain, recruit and reward.

Winter Games, hosted by Quesnel in the most significant accomplishments As for what’s next for Paull, he 1982, 1993 and 2000. of Ron Paull Communications is the One of Paull’s proudest achievements hasn’t quite made concrete plans.

Quesnel Visitors Guide, which was “I ran for mayor and am a nine-year is being instrumental in the developfirst published in 1996. veteran of city council,” he said. ment of the Hospice House in QuesOne of the first experiences Paull “Some people are pressuring me to nel. had with volunteering was when he get back into politics but I’m not sure “Not many cities the size of Quesnel first arrived in 1970, working with that’s what I want to do. have hospices,” he said. the Quesnel Winter Frolics, a winter “I’ve thought of becoming a In his spare time, Paull spends time festival. with his parents, who live next door as snowbird and I will continue to In 1973, Paull was the founding advocate for a better environment for well as with his children, who have all member and a ten-year president of seniors and be an activist for people.” stayed in Quesnel with their families. the Billy Barker Days Society. Ten

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VOLUNTEER CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

Citizen of the Year nominee Lynda Atkinson cares about agriculture ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter

As with her six 2012 Volunteer Citizen of the Year fellow nominees, Lynda Atkinson is honoured to be nominated.

“I really believe in volunteerism and anything the community does to support and acknowledge volunteers helps to encourage more people to volunteer,” she said.

Atkinson said her roots were with a family willing to get involved.

Growing up in White Rock, B.C., she remembers volunteering through her church, the Girl Guides and the Red Cross.

With a career as a education administrator, it wasn’t until she retired that Atkinson was able to devote more time to her passion – agricultural causes.

As cattle ranchers, the Atikinsons worked with the local area farmers regarding the meat transition regulations.

However, she is equally passionate about her horses and the various issues facing the industry.

Atkinson sits on several horse councils throughout the province, is a member of the Alex Fraser Park Society and she founded the Sisters Creek Standard Bred Rescue , which facilitates the transition for standard bred horses from racing to driving and riding.

“It’s a pleasant retirement for animals that might have faced a much bleaker future,” she said.

At any given time there are dozens of such rescue horses at the Atkinson ranch.

Atkinson is a member of the B.C. Ag Council which was an association established as an arms

length group to advise government on agricultural issues important to the whole province and oversee the allocation of agricultural grants as well as support for agricultural innovations.

As one of 12 board members who represent various aspects of the industry, Atkinson said the

board oversees industrydriven decisions.

However, possibly the most rewarding for Atkinson as a volunteer is the amazing people she has had the privilege to work with.

As vice-president of the local group, Farming Agriculture Rural Marketing EcoDiversification (FARMED), Atkinson says its important to promote local agricultural awareness and encourage farmers to product and market their products.

With membership in the Kersley Farmers Institute, as secretary of the district Farmers Institute and active with the Quesnel Agricultural Exhibition Association (Fall Fair), Atkinson is definitely passionate about the industry.

As a volunteer, she sees the importance of helping keep politicians reality-focused and said volunteers provide a wealth of experience to help the community make the right decisions.

“When that’s lost in a community there’s a real void and the community suffers.

Quesnel’s 2012 Volunteer Citizen of the Year will be announced at the gala event, April 23.

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Set loose the dogs of war The writ has dropped, along with the word socialism from the NDP constitution and there’s a new Trudeau who’s introducing himself to the nation.

Heady times indeed, or it will be if Trudeau gets in and legalizes marijuana.

Now that the excitement of the announcements is over, it’s time to tell the nation how awful the other leader is.

The Conservatives are particularly quick on the attack, with a press release seconds after the announcement stating Trudeau doesn’t have the experience and a new attack ad.

They move quickly these days and if the U.S. is any indication, the election campaign is like 7/11 these days, or maybe Tim Hortons is a better analogy: always open, Canadian and all but ignored south of the 49.

So with that we enter the season of election ads, or childish name-calling by any other name.

If you want to feel less optimistic about the future of the country and everyone involved in politics, go online and find the newest in the line of old stand-by politics: the attack ad.

It’s worked well in the past for the conservatives, labelling Dion as a flip flopper and Ignatieff as ‘just passing through’ and, arguably, stifling any real conversation.

The epithet for Trudeau is unsurprising for anyone who’s followed the Liberal leadership race with half an ear: in over his head.

So lets get into this then: Mulcair’s a pinko, Harper’s a fascist and Trudeau’s a contestant on Canadian Idol. There are your attack ads and with the same finesse and critical thinking of the dreadful things themselves.

With the coming continuous election cycle, which more resembles a constant torrent, we may be in for a barrage of advertisements set to subtly, and not too subtly, undermine each and every candidate all packaged as advertisements by the government, à la Canada’s action plan.

But there is hope. Remember the lone attack ad by the NDP last year was the attack on attack ads (non) attack ad?

And now Trudeau is promising to be a little more civilized. But with a new leader in the orange chair and Trudeau’s word as of yet untested, I wouldn’t bet a losing lottery ticket on elections being any more civilized this time around.

–Jonas Gagnon, Observer Reporter

Friday, April 19, 2013 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Deep down, here’s the difference

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t a recent convention in Las Vegas I asked some American businessmen what they thought the difference was between Americans and Canadians.

After teasing me about my accent – which I’m sure I don’t have – and the word “eh,” which I don’t recall using, one of them said something they all agreed with.

“If an American tells you to call them when you’re in town, they don’t really mean it,” he said.

“If a Canadian tells you the same thing, they won’t just meet with you, they’ll pick you up at the airport, invite you to stay at their home, and introduce you to their whole dang family.

Including their smelly old dog.”

The other men laughed and discussed similar scenarios, confirming their belief that Canadians are more sincere and hospitable than they are.

“Aint that the truth?” one of them said immediately.

“We have good intentions, but we’re too busy, or maybe just too rude to follow through.”

Lori Welbourne

On A Brighter Note I was surprised by their comments because I’d always found Americans to be exceptionally friendly.

I was also planning on visiting L.A. in a few days to connect with some pals, so I wondered if the men’s theory would play out for me the way they described.

I suspected it might when I checked for replies to my emails, and only found one.

“Where are you staying?” my friend responded.

“I’ll pick you up and we’ll paint the town red!”

Interestingly, of the seven L.A. people I had contacted, Jenn was the only one originally from Canada.

She even offered her apartment to me the next time I was in town.

I was disappointed that I hadn’t heard back from

of dipping my toes into the cold cleansing sea.

I’ve always found the ocean to be incredibly healing, and I’ve missed the privilege of seeing, smelling and hearing its magnificence whenever I wanted to, like I could when I lived in Vancouver.

While still on the beach, I received a text from an L.A. friend. And then another.

By the end of my three day visit I’d heard from all seven friends who were responding to my requests to get together.

None of them invited me to their house to meet their whole dang family or pet their smelly, old dog, but they certainly proved they weren’t the stereotypical rude Americans described by my new friends from the conference.

In fact, some of them proved to be as sincere as any Canadian and as salty as any ocean. The only real difference I noticed was that they say ‘aint and we say eh, and we make fun of each other for doing it.

Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist.

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anyone else, but since I’d been struggling with feelings of depression and anxiety the four days that I’d been in Vegas, I felt like being a loner anyway.

And just to be clear, the trip itself wasn’t the cause of my heavy heart, the timing of it was just unfortunate.

Being in the overstimulating playground for adults actually provided some temporary distractions from my worries.

On the fifth day I caught a ride with my business partner to L.A. and couldn’t wait to get there.

Not because of my newer friends that I could potentially connect with, but because of one older friend that I knew I would see for sure: the Pacific Ocean.

With a desperate desire to see it, I asked around and it was recommended that we go to the Santa Monica Pier.

It was love at first sight. Its long boardwalk – full of vendors, eateries, artists and rides – was a joy to walk around.

But it was the water itself that I sought solace in, and I reveled in the experience

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Editor: Ahh, Canadian politics. Ya gotta love it, whether provincial or federal. Let the mud slinging begin.

I’m so looking forward to the over use of the word “change”, when all it ever means is “more of same” under a different label. But it never fails to work. The other unchanging aspect of B.C. politics is our penchant for pendulum swings, not so much voting for a party based on it’s track record or promises to make all things good and proper, but dumping the incumbents after we’ve tired of their particular rhetoric and voting in the other guys for a (wait for it .... ) “change.” Since both our federal and provincial systems allow a party that gets 40 per cent of the popular vote to form a majority government (despite a voter turnout that might be as low as 28 per cent of eligible voters), a lot of people have lost faith in the ability to affect meaningful “change.”

What might be effective would be a system of proportional representation that would most likely result in a coalition government as opposed to an overwhelming majority for a single party. This would provide a broader political spectrum than we currently enjoy in province that celebrates its diversity.

But alas, that idea has been rejected twice in referenda, voters claiming not to know enough about the system to trust it. If it doesn’t start happening provincially, it sure won’t happen federally, so we are still going to be electing governments under a system that would be familiar to Sir John A. It has been said that people get the government that they deserve and are willing to pay for, a reflection of the electorate. At least that portion of the electorate’s not yet disillusioned to the point where they see no point in casting a vote.

Todd Birch Quesnel

Forum well done Editor: I would like to thank the Quesnel Labour Coalition for organizing a very respectful and informative all candidates forum. The organizers should be commended on an excellent forum as they were very professional and the questions thought-provoking.

It was a pleasure for me to attend and I would like to thank my fellow candidates, Bob Simpson and Duncan Barnett for attending as well.

Coralee Oakes Quesnel

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COMMUNITY

Everyone needs truth and reconciliation

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or many years I’ve heard tragic stories about the abuse many First Nations people suffered in Indian residential schools. Some people running these schools may have had good intentions but the plan to isolate children from their families and communities had a malicious core. I find it particularly disturbing that many churches ran these schools in the name of Jesus Christ and ended up doing the opposite of what Jesus himself taught.

Five years ago, the federal government

not counting people’s sins against them.

And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. The same passage chal-

lenges each of us with an appeal: We implore you on Christ’s behalf: be reconciled to God (II Corinthians 5:19, 20.)

Jesus himself bore our brokenness and rebellion on the cross and offers us his healing and restoration. What is your

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formed the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to travel across the country, record the stories of people’s experiences in these schools and hopefully be a vehicle of reconciliation and healing.

There will be local events in Prince George on May 13 – 14, in Williams Lake on May 16 – 17 and a large regional event in Vancouver on Sept.

18 – 21. If you are interested in the details you can look them up online at www.trc.ca and www.reconciliationcanada.ca.

Whether or not we attended residential school, we all need reconciliation. All of us have broken relationships and ultimately we all have a broken relationship with our Creator.

Even those of us in the church need reconciliation. The residential school system is a clear example of how easily entire churches can drift far from God’s good intentions for us.

Fortunately, the Creator seeks to be reconciled to us and even to use us as agents of reconciliation in the world. The Bible says, God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ,

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Professional aerobatic performer, SuperDave, who will be featured during Skyfest 2013 Quesnel’s International Airshow, will not only SuperDave, one of the featured performers at Skyfest 2013, is in town to help probe providing a sneak mote Quesnel’s International Airshow and help with the Drive for your Community peak of his fabulous fundraiser at Cariboo Ford.

Contributed photo airborne talents over Cariboo Ford during including Family Movie Night of the sky and maybe an the event at approximately April 23 in Bouchie Lake autograph or two from 10:30 a.m., but he will also be Hall and a Pat on the Back pilot SuperDave while test making a personal appearance celebration between 6 – 8:30 driving some of Ford’s finest once he is on the ground. p.m, while Parkland is holding vehicles.

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Lifestyles

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Reset ready to kickstart a healthier lifestyle Deanna McCulloch embraces a healthier lifestyle and offers the same opportunity to others.

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amilies today face many health challenges from cradle to grave and for many, prevention and management of these risks means establishing or changing lifestyles to provide the best environment for a healthy life.

Choosing the right program can be as simple as discussing your needs with Deanna McCulloch at Spa Rivier who is offering Reset to a Better Life, a multi-discipline program which runs for 90 days and sets the tone for the rest of your life.

“It’s an investment in your health,” McCulloch said.

Those interested in signing up must do so before April 30 in order to take full advantage of the program, which runs for 90 days from the date of sign up.

The program is based on five pillars to better health.

• dietary nutrition • cellular nutrition (supplements) • motivation exercise • positive commitment • removing toxins And that’s where the program begins. Each participant starts with a five-day, high fibre, low glycemic cleanse using the Usana Reset Kit. After a quick consult, where McCulloch completes the True Health Assessment to determine the most beneficial supplements for the best possible individualized health outcome, each person orders their own product via a very easy phone or Internet ordering system.

An initial weigh in, followed by weekly weigh ins and consultations with McCulloch, keeps participants on track and provides an opportunity to answers any questions they may have.

Heather Hartridge of H3F here in Quesnel is partnering in the program, offering a fitness program: Spring Bootcamp, beginning April 30 and running to June 27.

“The entire Reset program is appropriate for any age and any fitness level,” Hartridge said.

Although the fitness portion is optional, adding fitness to any lifestyle change increases the chances of success and, Hartridge added, Bootcamp is a fun exercise program which is delivered in parks around the community.

With three instructors, Bootcamp offers proper individualized care.

“Fitness should be fun, because it’s so much more

than just moving,” Hartridge said.

“People are always amazed at how much they can do in an exercise class.”

McCulloch and Hartridge offer tons of local support and both said participants should never feel either alone or unable to work the program.

“Help is just a phone call or email away,” McCulloch said.

The third part is a low glycemic food plan based on dietician Laura Kalina and personal trainer Cheryl Christian book Low-Glycemic Meals in Minutes.

The pair will be in Quesnel April 24, 7 p.m. in the multi-purpose room at the Arts and Rec Centre, with the express intent of getting people excited about healthy eating. This seminar is open to the public, not just for those in the Reset program, however both McCulloch and Hartridge fully endorse the message these women bring to those looking to change their lifestyle.

“We’re really thrilled to be working with these partners,” Kalina said.

“We’re excited to be coming to Quesnel to share the nuts and bolts of getting on this food plan program.”

While here, Reset participants will be treated to a hands-on shopping tour with Kalina and Christian at Save-on Foods to find out just how easy and beneficial shopping for the right foods is for ultimate success.

Both McCulloch and Hartridge will be on hand at the seminar to discuss their particular aspects of the Reset program.

All the partners in the Reset program are firsthand testimonials to the value and success of changing lifestyles.

McCulloch started out as a Reset participant and said she’s participating again this time around.

“Not only am I totally committed to support the other participants but I also believe in living a healthier lifestyle and we can always do better,” she said.

Kalina and Christian echoed the value of being fully committed to changing one’s lifestyle.

“The commitment has to be personal; and it seems once people start seeing results, it becomes easier to stay committed,” Christian said.

“Each person must find their reasons to remain committed. For me, I try to add one thing to my activity list each year, however, I encourage people to find out what their stumbling blocks are, sometimes journaling helps figure out the triggers.”

Kalina added a low glycemic food plan isn’t just about weight loss.

“With every increasing rates of childhood and adult obesity, diabetes and other preventable illnesses there has never been a better time for a healthy approach to weight loss that is based on science,” she said.

Promoted as a healthy solution the whole family can embrace, Kalina and Christian also offer online support through www.lowgichallenge.com.

McCulloch, Hartridge and the Low-Glycemic gals say this program works and encourage anyone interested to find out more.

“There’s support for people committed to changing their lifestyle,” McCulloch said.

“But, as with any health improvement plan, AND DECOR participants get out of it what they put into it.”

Hartridge added the program has no restrictions, not age, health or physical limitations.

To find out if the Reset to a Better Life is right for you, contact McCulloch at Spa Rivier or Hartridge at H3F fitness studios.

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Rainbow Rampage Roller Derby bout set for April 27 in Quesnel

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he Gold Pain City Derby Girls are gearing up for our second season of bouting!

The warm-up was a bout back in January against the Rated PG Roller Girls in Prince George. It had been a year since our first bout with the neighbouring team when last February the Rated PG Roller Girls took us Gold Pain Girls to school with a win and a near 200 point gap!

Ouch!

This year, however, though still defeated, we brought it and walked away proud of our 147 to 222 score; evidence that whatever we’d been doing this past year was paying off. The recent bout also sported 12 Gold Pain Girls on the bench with only two borrowed players from other leagues.

It’s common for teams to borrow players and we’ve done it plenty, but the Gold Pain Girls are going

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Derby news into this season with a full roster all our own.

The team has always focused on training new recruits, fondly referred to as Fresh Meat, in the minimum skills required to play in bouts. As a new team, recruiting has been essential. But at the start of this practice season last September, the team added a great deal of focus on strategy with the intention of matching and catching up to their opponents. Experience as a team and the opportunity for more competitive play often makes the difference. Soon we’ll be

adding tougher strategy and pushing the team to greater achievements.

Last season was our first bouting season and we managed two home bouts; our first win at the May Massacre and our second win at the second annual Gold Rush Rumble on Friday night of Billy Barker Days.

The bouts have been a hit and the afterparty at the Shark Club in May was a success, but our dance and after party at the arena after the Gold Rush Rumble has to date not been what we hoped it to be. It’s been a real learning experience.

We assure our fans that we are working on turning it around!

No more long waits after the bout to get celebrating with the teams! 
This year the team will be hosting four bouts starting with a mixed scrimmage April 27 as the

ending event of a boot camp we’re hosting. Skaters and referees from all over B.C. will spend the day training with Team Canada coaches from Pivotstar, an athletic gear and derby training business owned and operated

by LuluDemon of Team Canada and the Tournament City Derby Dolls, after which the skaters will split up to scrimmage against one another in an evening bout open to the public.

Tickets will be on sale soon for the event named Rainbow Rampage, doors open at 6 p.m., whistle at 7 p.m.

Tickets on sale at Reason 2 Run on Reid St or from one of the derby girls.

If you miss the action this month or you just can’t get enough, you can catch the hard hitting roller girls here at home May 11, June 1 and at the

third annual Gold Rush Rumble July 19 at the Twin Arenas.

It’s always exciting, always full of thrills and spills, with a beer garden, draws and always a family friendly event! Hosting several bouts this year is an exciting challenge for the team and goes along with the challenge of several bouts on the road.

The team is fired up and looking forward to it!

The association has recently started a junior team for girls 8 – 18, Gold Nuggets Junior Roller Derby, too.

The idea burst into action in January and is about to enter into its second session.

The team already attended a mixed scrimmage in Prince George, joining up with the Spruce City Derby Brats to get some real derby track play.

A far less aggressive version of the adult sport,

junior roller derby offers younger girls the opportunity to learn the game, train hard physically and enjoy the sport without the hitting.

The Gold Pain City Derby Girls appreciate Quesnel’s support as they work hard to grow the team and find a place in local sports.

Volunteers aren’t just welcome, they are the life blood behind the association and all events!

If you are interested in participating in any way, visit our website goldpaingirls.org or on Facebook at Gold Pain City Derby Girls.

For the junior team visit Gold Nuggets Junior Roller Derby on Facebook. 
Dates to mark on your calendar are April 27, May 11, June 1 and of course, July 19!

Reani Rink Rash is coach and player with GPCDGA.

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CDC PRESENTS DR. MARRIAGE from BC Children’s Hospital April 26, 6 – 8 p.m., at CDC. Subject is environmental

and behavioural interventions to help children and youth to be successful. He will also discuss medications and how they’re used. For information visit www.quesnelautism.com.

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Group will pick up cans and bottles anytime, call Mary Ann 250-249-5720.

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Prime rib Harper

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t has been a while since I wrote anything political, the main reason being I have lost the drive to jump in the smelly soup that is politics.

However Frederick Fuffelfinger, my uncouth and crude alter ego, jumped in again and asked me why don’t you write about prime rib.

I was perplexed and said what has prime rib to do with politics you stupid fool. Fredrick suggested that Prime Minister Harper would be more palatable as prime rib than as Prime Minister.

For once I had to agree with Frederick, so the question arose how would you cook Harper ribs?

They definitely did not need grease because they were oil Bert deVink soaked already, but FROM WITHIN how to get rid of the strong bitumen spice odour was a problem. I thought that smoking them with wood taken from one of the immense waste wood piles on clear cut sites was one heck of good environmental plan since the wood was going to be burned anyway.

To my amazement, Frederick kept his crude and rude trap shut. I decided that I would smoke the Harper ribs on site to honour the trees that had fallen.

Furthermore, I would invite people to the cooking grounds and charge $25 per rib to be donated to the Society of Good Riddance to Politically Correct Language.

The plan seemed to be faultless with two exceptions: how can we lure prime rib Harper to the cooking site; and how can we get him to donate his ribs. This was a problem that seemed very hard to overcome but then Frederick had a good idea. He suggested that we tell prime rib Harper that there was oil spouting out of the ground in the central Interior of B.C. Once there, I could take him to the smoke site and ask him to donate his ribs. On second thought, it would be very unlikely that this very self-centred individual would donate his ribs without a struggle because his shirt and jacket would not fit him anymore without his ribs. As sad as it was I had to shelve the idea of smoked Harper ribs.

As an after thought, road kill would be a substitute and better eating than Harper ribs, but it did not fit the scheme of things. My disillusionment was so great that when people said hi Bert, I said please say low Bert. Then another thought struck me and put fear in my heart. Some of his M.P.’s were causing trouble in Ottawa, the pipeline to the States was faltering and the one to the B.C. Coast was meeting with increasing resistance; Mr. Harper would be in a foul mood to say the least and I would be in deep trouble for misleading him.

On top of it all I would be in the middle of a clear cut where it would be hard to escape from his armed body guards.

I realized being in the middle of a clear cut is somewhat like being on the prairies, where you can be seen running away for days. Frederick piped up saying that I was surely going to go to jail if not get killed. It took all I had not to strangle that loud mouth, but he disappeared deep inside me where I could not reach him.

Then a fool proof plan for escape hit me. I would hide my motor bike nearby in a wood pile and rent a big helium tank. As soon as the Harper entourage got there I would open the helium tank and listen to Mr. Harper yell and scream in a helium produced pip squeak voice.

Then, in the confusion, I would ride away and become a folk hero. I hope Frederick will get an inferiority complex because I am a good planner.

Bert de Vink is a regular Observer columnist.

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Positive Waves

JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter

All the Waveriders had a good weekend in Prince George at the Moose Meet, but Garnet Currie had a golden one.

Currie took the aggregate gold medal in the 11-12 category.

The weekend started off with a bang, according to Brink said, which gave the club a great start.

“The energy from Friday carried right through the weekend,” he said.

One of the highlights of the weekend was Currie’s performance and race for the gold.

“He had a really good 400m battle for aggregate,” said Brink “He’s only twelve, but when his mind starts turning the gears, he really throttles it. It’s pretty impressive.”

Top; A member of the swim club does the front crawl during practice.

Above; Garnet Currie receives the gold. Right; Deegan, Darby and Ryley O’Hara proudly wear the Waveriders’ logo.

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This weekend, Quesnel will host a trio of Olympians.

The Waveriders Swim Club has invited the three Canadian athletes who competed at the Olympics as swimmers to give the team

a bit of coaching from some athletes who really know their stuff.

Brent Hayden, Scott Dickens and Tanya Hunks, who have each captured medals in a variety of games,

Currie was happy about his performance, dubbing it ‘good’ and saying that he felt ‘good’ about it.

‘Good’ was a repeated word amongst the young swimmers, though Brink was more descriptive.

“In general the meet was fantastic, the energy was high,” he said.

Nine year-old Billy Swyers had an impressive swim as well, breaking into the top ten Canada wide for his age group. He now sits in eighth overall in Canada in the 50m backstroke.

“The swim felt really good,” he said.

Boroka Peters offered some excitement for the crowds watching. The six year-old swam hard, keeping up with swimmer up to four years older during the weekend.

Emerie Watson, at her first meet since getting out of a cast, managed to break a slew of personal bests.

Many of the swimmers were out on the long course, a 50m long pool instead of the Rec. Centre’s 25m pool.

Sonny Cervienka was one of the rookies and said he felt nervous. Despite the lack of experience and nerves he got the ‘A’ standard in 50 free and 100 breast.

Bradley Swyers and Jarrid Uphill also hit ‘A’ standards, with Swyers only a couple seconds off his ‘AA’ standard, which Brink knows is within his grasp.

“If he buckles down he’ll do it; I know he can do it,” Brink said.

The team broke 69 personal bests between the 16 swimmers.

With personal bests falling for many of the swimmers, the team snuck into fifth overall for the competition.

The Waveriders are next in action in Kelowna, May 11-12.

will spearhead the swimming camp on Saturday, giving the swimmers tips on how to improve both in and out of the pool.

Saturday, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., the club will host a dinner

with the Olympians which is open to the public. Tickets ae $30 each.

For information and tickets call Angela Swyers at 250747-2154 or email info@ quesnelwaveridders.ca.

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Tickets: $40/person Available by calling: Russ Bolitho : 250-992-3485 Brian Harrison : 250-983-1050 Darcey Horn : 250-992-7763 Sherry White : 250-747-4668 Patty Morgan : 250-992-8716 or purchase online @ ducks.ca/event ( no ticket sales at the door )

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Archers finish winter on top JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter The Quesnel River Archers are making their way out into the spring light after a long, productive winter indoors.

With new, outdoor events starting up this month, the archers are happy to be taking their sport back outside.

Wayne Schaefer, one of the club's coaches, says the club has been suffering from that well known Canadian affliction: cabin fever.

"You do something inside for the winter and it's nice to get outside," he said.

Last month, the club competed in Nationals from their very own range and a member went south to take part in the provincials.

Out of the 29 shooters taking part in nationals, seven members finished in the medals, with an even spread: two bronze, two silver and three gold.

"It's the dedication of the shooters that got them there and the backing from the club," Schaefer said.

Kelly Murray took silver in the Cub Barebow category in the

Canadian Indoor Championships and was the lone member able to make the trip to Duncan, taking silver in provincials, finishing second to the same shooter that got gold in nationals.

Murray, a new archer having started last October with the club, had a problem with nerves during the competition, saying she didn’t perform well at the competitions.

She, however, did quite well despite it.

Dale Chapplow, Lorrie Swirhun and Chloe Raynor took the golds for the club in the national indoor compeition.

Chapplow his gold in the master bow hunter open class, while Swirhun took hers in master bow hunter release and Raynor hers in Cadet Barebow.

The silvers came from Brianne Foley in pre-cub compound and Murray.

The bronzes came from Tammy Raynor, who competed in the master bare bow class and Lucas Farnsworth, who competed in cub bare bow.

Check the Quesnel River Archers webpage for upcoming outdoor activities.

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KAMLOOPS SALE - TUESDAY APRIL 16th Total receipts with ring & electronic 1100 head. Wow the numbers keep rolling in and what a sale today as just under 600 head of cattle hit the sale ring. Interest was strong today for feeder cattle and they dominated the sale receipts. Hugh & Helen Fraser tested our bull trade with 2305 lb. butcher bulls marking 92.00. The Ashcroft Ranch set a pace today with a full ring of their 881 lb. Blk & Bwf steers notched 113.00. A pen of their 699 lb. steers matched 130.50, their pen of 650 lb. steers powered to 145.50, their pen of fancy replacement quality heifers 873 lb. traded to 113.50. Terry Schalles from Cactus Country Farms saw his powerful 716 lb. Blk & Bwf steers race to 136.50 an excellent group of their 675 lb. fancy heifers marked 131.00. S & S Farms 1530 lb. butcher cows raced to a top of 77.50.

Lloyd Gavelin’s 660 lb. steers rolled to 142.25, the 480 lb. s/c sold to 158.00. Larry and Eric Buff of Westwold saw their load of 706 lb. Black steers hit 135.25, their 700 lb. Black heifers reached 127.50. Big Rock Farms 574 lb. Black s/c hit 157.00, the 660 lb. s/c brought 142.75, the 470 lb. h/c rolled to 146.50. Cache Creek Natural Beef showcased a beautiful pen of 558 lb. Char cross steers. They raced to 153.75. The Neale Bros. Ranch set a pace today. 21 head of their powerful 654 lb.

Black & Bwf heifers topped 129.00, the next pen of 554 lb. h/c’s saw 137.50. Jack Regan from Lilloett had 526 lb. steers walk to 154.00.

The Quesnel Ranch from Lumby with a top package of 600 lb. heifers topping 129.00. Hans Berger put a push to our butcher trade with 1583 lb. cows topping 74.75.

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TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, avoid getting involved in a family spat unless someone seeks your advice. Let your relatives work things out on their own and only offer your thoughts when prompted.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you might run into a snag with your spouse or partner over shared finances. Rather than settle issues this week, you’re better off waiting a few days.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, even if the people around you are feeling tense and touchy, you have an innate way of making them feel at ease. Humor and compassion are two great traits.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you might need to make travel plans for a work trip in the coming month. Embrace the opportunity to benefit your career, but don’t forget to have a little fun when you’re away.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, now is not the time to talk about shared expenses or the division of labor in a relationship. You’ll only be starting an argument, and you do not need that right now, Virgo.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Staying neutral is the best way to go this week, Libra.

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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, demonstrate grace under pressure at work this week, even if you feel tempted to lash out at others. Take the high road and you will be rewarded.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, the perfect opportunity for a night out with friends presents itself this week. This could be the ideal way to unwind, so enjoy your night out with friends.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, although it seems like everyone is tense, you feel free as a bird. That could be because you have worked hard to free up time to get away.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, conversations with others may not flow smoothly, and you may have to come up with a way to reword what you’re trying to get across. Stick with it.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, though you’re praised for your marvelous imagination and sense of whimsy, you also know when to get down to business.

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•All protective coverings on cedars and Dwarf Alberta Spruce should be removed by now. If left on too long, the coverings will have a greenhouse effect and trigger the plant to break dormancy too early.

Pull back any protective mulch around tender plants to allow the soil to warm up.

•Don’t remove any mulch from the base of your fruit trees as this holds the frost in the ground a little longer, preventing the tree from flowering too early. This is especially true of plum trees. They bloom very early and often do not bear fruit as the blossoms succumb to frost.

•Tidy up your perennials by removing the old foliage. Most perennials can be cut right back, but there are a few exceptions. When cutting Russian Sage, leave at least 12” of old growth on, as the new shoots will emerge from these older buds. In general, it is easy to see if a perennial needs to be cut back completely or not. Some perennials are evergreen and will come through the winter with their leaves still green.

Plants like lavender and periwinkle do not require pruning back, as they are semi-evergreen. Tall ornamental grasses can be pruned back to the ground. Small grasses like Fescue and Blue Oat Grass can just have any dead leaves raked out.

•All perennials, bulbs, small fruits, fruit trees and shrubs will benefit from an application of granular fertilizer such as 12-16-12.

It provides a good source of phosphorous, which helps develop a strong root system and is important in flower and fruit production. Apply around the drip line of the plant.

•To kill any over-wintering fungus or insects, spray trees and shrubs with dormant oil and lime-sulfur now, before the buds break. Dormant oil controls scale insects that feed by sucking the sap causing twigs and branches to dry up.

Susceptible plants include fruit trees, lilac, elm, mountain ash, juniper and yew. The best time to apply is before the buds break. The spray requires six to eight hours to dry and should be applied when the temperature is above 2 degrees Celsius.

•Apply Tanglefoot, a sticky paste, to the bottom of the trees to stop insects from crawling upwards. Don’t apply the Tanglefoot directly onto the bark, but wrap the tree first with a 30cm band of wrap or brown paper. This is a great deterrent to ants. Ants farm aphids by bringing them up the leaves to feed. Then the ants enjoy the sticky nectar that the aphids produce.

•Rototill your garden and flowerbeds once the soil has dried and work in soil amendments such as compost or manure.

•Power-rake your lawn prior to fertilizing to reduce thatch build up. Aerating your lawn will reduce compaction and increase the rooting depth of the grass.

Remember to locate your underground sprinkler heads before using the aerator.

Fertilize your lawn in April with a good slow release fertilizer high in nitrogen such as 254-10.

•And finally, rake up your leaves and start a compost bin. Don’t contribute to the poor air quality that we have at this time of year by burning them. Those leaves will benefit your garden more than your smudge fire will.

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Despite the recent warm weather, Chisholm declared the large jumps still too soft, along with both the gravity trails that flank the park and wind up the hillside through the forest.

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AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician opportunity in Quesnel.

Will train. Must have good customer service skills. Mechanical aptitude and ability a plus.

Please email resume with contact information to: Gary@motherlode.ca

Traffic Control Flagger Training WL April 20/21 May 11/12, PG May 4/5, May 22/23, for info and cost call 1-866-7372389 www.roadsafteytcs.com Lowest Prices!

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Competitive wages. Starting mid May. (250) 692-0919

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Customer Service Required Immediately....Self motivated, punctual, team oriented person. Duties to include customer service, digital printing, operating business machines, stock control and general duties in a fast paced work environment for 30-40 hours a week. Must have good writing and proof reading skills.

Apply in person at Big Country Printers 402 St. Laurent Avenue Quesnel, BC

Help Wanted

EXPERIENCED UPHOLSTERY PERSON Required part time or full time. Must have experience with car and boat interiors as well as with boat tops. Apply in person to 48 Yorston Street or by email to stglass@telus.net.

No phone calls please PT bartender/server required for Smokey Oak Lounge.

Cashier/delivery driver required for liquor store. Drop resume off @ WestSide Liquor Store 9am - 5pm, ask for Char

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Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Owner Operators to be based at our Prince George Terminal for runs throughout B.C. PRINCE GEORGE and Alberta.

Applicants have winter and Group mountain,of driving experience/ Van-Kammust Freightways’ Companies training. requires Owner Operators for runs out of our We offer above average rates and excellent employee benefits.

Prince Terminal.drivers, call Mark, 778-866-5497 To join ourGeorge team of Professional or Wemailffa resume, current ll tdriver’s t abstract Wiand t details / Mof truckt to: i careers@vankam.com or fax 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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Seeking qualiĮed drivers for our Kamloops Reload Flat Deck Division.

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a division of West Fraser Mills Ltd.

Quesnel River Pulp is accepting applications for a permanent full time:

PAYROLL/BENEFITS CLERK In this role the successful candidate will report to the Divisional Accountant and work within the accounting / administration department.

The prime responsibilities for this position include: t Process an accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for 100+ employees t Process employee benefits and remittances t Maintain payroll and benefits information, documents and forms t Preparing payroll remittances and reconciliations t Analysis and reporting of payroll data t Respond to payroll/benefits related inquiries Other duties will include general office support, and general accounting duties as required The qualifications for this position include: t Previous payroll knowledge required. Experience using Empath payroll system is preferred. t Accurate data entry skills t The ability to be well organized and to prioritize work to meet deadlines t The ability to work closely with accounting and mill personnel. t A working knowledge of Word processing and Excel spreadsheet packages. t Post-secondary training in payroll administration, Canadian Payroll Association membership, as well as general accounting knowledge is an asset. t Effective organization and communication skills t Interested candidates should submit their resumes in confidence to: Quesnel River Pulp Attn: Sharon Jarvis – Personnel Services Coordinator 1000 Finning Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 6A1 Email: qrp.postings@westfraser.com Closing date: Apr. 30, 2013

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Competitive wages and benefits.

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Looking for a full time machinist mainly Monday to Friday.

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COOK/CHEF Seasonal opportunity for motivated working cook, 60+ seat, established casual fine dining restaurant. Successful applicant must have experience, references, and the initiative to work independently. Also the ability to live/work in a remote location. Salary commensurate with experience. Accommodations provided.

Help Wanted

Front Desk Reception / Service Writer / Shipper Receiver Position includes: • Answering telephones - customer service / taking and dispatching work orders • Ordering and receiving parts / inventory control • Competent computer skills / daily banking / daily mail • Must have own transportation, competitive wage & benefit package available • Sales background would be an asset

Please Apply in person to: 884 Front St. Quesnel BC Phone : 250-992-9807 / Fax : 250-992-9012 or email : canwest@quesnelbc.com

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EXPERIENCED IN FRAMING & FINISHING WANTED FOR ACTIVE GROWING GLASS SHOP IN FORT ST JOHN 40-50 HRS PER WEEK YEARROUND 60K PLUS PER YEAR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDED EMAIL RESUME TO JULIUS@PEACEGLASS.CA FAX TO 250-787-8887

Quesnel Billy Barker Days Society

Is accepting resumes for the positions of Office /Festival Assistant for the 2013 Billy Barker Days Festival season.

Applicants must be well organized, self motivated, able to take direction, proficient in all Microsoft Office programs and above all have demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced office setting. Public speaking ability an asset.

Position is open to currently enrolled full time students who will be returning as full time students in the fall of 2013. Employment period from May 21, 2013 through July 26, 2013.

Pay rate of $12/hour Please forward resumes along with references to: QUESNEL BILLY BARKER DAYS Society P.O. Box 4441, Quesnel, BC V2J 3J4 office@billybarkerdays.ca

Gymnastics Coach Cariboo Chilcotin Gymnastics is located in the fast growing City of Williams Lake in the Cariboo. We offer a number of programs ranging from preschool, recreational, girls and boys competitive team, school groups and birthday parties. We are a non-profit organization with approximately 425 members.

We are currently looking for an energetic and enthusiastic coach that is interested in joining our coaching team as an all around coach, coaching competitive and recreational classes. Hiring will take place immediately or for the fall session starting August 26/13.

Qualifications • Minimum Level 2 NCCP women’s/men/s artistic coaching qualifications with experience • Current First Aid Certificate • Respect in Sport • Any other coaching skill/qualifications or early childhood development an asset • Criminal Record Check will be required upon hiring Wage is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Please email your resume and cover letter to: Cariboo Chilcotin Gymnastics Attn: Trudy Rick Email: wlgymnas@telus.net For additional information phone 250-398-7331

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City celebrates 32 years with sister city H

ave you heard of the Quesnel/ Shiraoi Twinning Society? Did you know that the City of Quesnel has had the pleasure of a 32-year relationship with the community of Shiraoi in Japan?

Let me tell you a little bit about our ties with Shiraoi.

It began in December, 1969 as the result of a merger acquisition between Daishowa Paper Inc. (Japan) and Weldwood of Canada (Quesnel).

This new company sparked the beginning of many exchanges between the two communities and many long-standing friendships.

Mary Sjostrrom

MAYOR’S MESSAGE The Twinning Society was formed in 1987 as the governing body for the twinning of the two cities and to promote cultural understanding and friendship between the Canadian and Japanese people.

Over the past 32 years, over 1,000 of our residents have exchanged with Shiraoi, delighting in the international kinship.

Hundreds of our

students have had the same opportunity for exchange, to visit and go to school in Japan. This program continues to happen every two to three years.

This year, a delegation of approximately 15 students and adults will visit Quesnel from April 26 to May 1 for the opportunity to experience our language and culture.

In late September, an adult delegation, together with the Mayor of Shiraoi, plan to visit our fine city.

They will meet with our Council and focus on enhancing the economic development piece to our relationship, as this exchange has faded

through the years given the difficult economic times throughout many countries. Local industry plays an integral part in this piece and has been a pronounced supporter of the twinning programs in the past.

We will look for any and all opportunities to promote investment in our community and lead the economic development mission with our sister city.

Council strongly supports this initiative.

Our strong cultural ties with Shiraoi continue, as does the work of the many volunteers here in Quesnel.

Volunteers have played a large part in the success of

this 32-year relationship and the Society is looking for additional and new volunteers. Anyone can become a member of the Society for a minimal cost of $15 per person or $25 for a family per year.

Meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in the Shiraoi House.

As most organizations age, so do their volunteers and there is a great need for volunteers of all ages.

Membership forms are available at City Hall and the Shiraoi House or by calling 250-992-6532.

Leave a message and someone will return your call.

If you are planning an event, I would encourage

you to consider holding your event at the Shiraoi House at 690 Gray Avenue. The venue is fully equipped with a kitchen and seating for a comfortable number of 50 (tables and chairs).

I would also add that the décor is particularly charming.

Rent is reasonable at a cost of $50 (base rent) plus $25 per hour.

Get involved and help foster our relationship with Shiraoi.

Do you have a question for Mayor Mary Sjostrom? E-mail it to us at newsroom@ quesnelobserver.com and we’ll forward it to the Mayor so she can answer it in an upcoming column.

Relay for Life hosting information night W

ith just over a month to go until Relay For Life in Quesnel, the leadership team would like to invite everyone to join us for our final information night on April 25th at the Sandman Hotel at 7pm.

This is going to be an important session where we go over things like site set up, day-of information and teams get to choose their tent spots for Relay Day. Team tents are always one of the most interesting parts of Relay For Life. Each year teams decorate their tents to match the theme, which is, this year, “Time for a Cure”.

Perhaps your team’s tent will be the hospital where your own “cure” is administered, or maybe it will be vacation time at your tent.

We encourage every

team to come up with an idea and decorate their tent, making it an interesting place for those walking the track to look at and an enjoyable place to sit and visit with team members and Relay participants.

If your team wants the chance to win the epic luxury tent at Relay For Life, your team tent will also be the site where you host some sort of Mission Delivery.

A large part of the work the Canadian Cancer Society does is to provide information on different cancers, treatments, our support programs and prevention activities.

We want you to help in delivering this information to everyone who is attending Relay For Life. Talk to your team mentor and have your information topic approved by Cathy Briggs

by May 4th.

The information night on April 25th will be the night team’s get to choose their tent location in Lebourdais Park for Relay For Life.

Last year’s top five fundraising teams will get first choice of spots, then the rest will be auctioned off.

Each site will start at $0.25 and go up by a quarter for each bid – if you have your eye on a prime spot, you will want to be prepared to bid high and bid early.

We encourage every team to make sure they have at least one member at the meeting to bid on their site.

At the end of the auction, one team will be drawn from those attending and will receive the auction money as a team donation.

We hope to see all of you out at the information night

and at many of the upcoming Relay For Life fundraisers. Keep in mind that the ScotiaBank GRAND Challenge ends on April 18th, so be sure to bring in your cash donations to the Canadian Cancer Society Resource Office on Front St. for them to be counted towards your $1000. If you are not participating in Relay For Life this year, then we encourage to show your support by making a donation to a participant or team or by attending one of the fundraising events. *** Upcoming Events: April 1st – 18th: ScotiaBank GRAND Challenge. Every $1000 your team raises during this time will enter you to win another $1000 team donation from ScotiaBank.

April 24th: Quesnel RCMP Keep the Faith

– Head shave and Mike Burger fundraiser. 11am1pm in Spirit Square.

Donate $20 and receive a head shave (one style fits all!) and a Mike Burger from Mr. Mike’s.

Come out and show your support.

April 25th, Team Captains Meeting, 7pm, Sandman Hotel. Join the Leadership Team for this important meeting.

We will cover site information, decorating ideas and other important Relay information.

April 26th: Luminary and Cookie Sales. All Quesnel banks from 11am-4pm. BC Liquor Store from 1pm-6pm.

Purchase a luminary in honour of a loved one or bring home a bag of gingersnap cookies from the Quesnel Bakery.

May 3rd: Last day to register for Relay For Life! We’d love to see some more teams join

us in the fight against cancer. Visit www. relaybc.ca/quesnel2013 to register now! Current participants, refer a new team by May 1st and be entered to win a $200 gift card to a restaurant of your choice!

For more information on the Relay For Life event or how you can get involved, contact Michelle Godfrey at 778-414-1222, or Kara Perdue at 250983-4241.

You can also email quesnelrelay@bc.cancer. ca. For questions about Teams contact Cathy Briggs at 250-747-1739.

You can also visit the Relay For Life website at www.relaybc. ca/quesnel2013 for information on the Canadian Cancer Society, to register your team and for online donations.

Kara Purdue is a Relay for Life volunteer.

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ABOUT TOWN

Time to think gardening

Despite the snow, spring got a head start during Seedy Saturday at CNC last Saturday. Annie Gallant photos

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Help Wanted

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Employment Volunteers

QUESNEL CHILD & YOUTH SUPPORT SOCIETY Quesnel Family Services Program POSITIONS:

Family Support Worker Full Time (35 hrs per week) Six month temporary position

START DATE:

May 13, 2013

QUALIFICATIONS: Preference given to BSW, will consider Human Services Worker Certificate or equivalent and experience.

Must have excellent documentation skills, the ability to work within program and contract parameters.

SALARY: Negotiated based upon Qualifications CLOSING: 12 noon May 2, 2013 RESPONSIbILITIES: RESPONSIBILITIES: To support families to achieve pre determined goals established by the family, social worker and family support worker.

Complete assessment and reassessments as required.

Maintain client files as per contract requirements. Help plan and facilitate parenting groups. (added in after contract requirements).

Work under the supervision of the Program Coordinator.

Work under the supervision of the Program Coordinator.

Complete additional service referrals and attend integrated team meetings.

Complete additional service referrals and attend integrated team meetings.

PLEASE FAX, MAIL OR EMAIL TO: Jeana Moore, President PLEASE FAX, MAIL OR EMAIL TO: Quesnel Child & Youth Support Society Jeana Moore, President #13 – 665Child Front& Street, Quesnel Youth Support Society Quesnel, V2J 2K9 #13 – 665BC Front Street, Phone: (250) Quesnel, BC 992-5114 V2J 2K9 Fax: (250) 992-6010 Phone: (250) 992-5114 Email: qcyss@shaw.ca Fax: (250) 992-6010 Email: qcyss@goldcity.net Only candidates being interviewed will be contacted.

Only candidates being interviewed will be contacted.

Sex and the Kitty A single unspayed cat can produce 470,000 offspring in just seven years. Sadly, most of them end up abandoned at BC SPCA shelters or condemned to a grim life on the streets. Be responsible - don’t litter. www.spca.bc.ca

Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association Client Care Volunteer Training Program QDHPCA welcomes compassionate men and women who are interested in providing respite care, companionship and support to individuals, and their families, who are living with a chronic progressive or life limiting illness, to those who are at the end of life, and to those who are bereaved. As a Client Care volunteer your care and support may be needed in the person’s home, in hospice, in hospital or in residential care.

QDHPCA is going to be holding a training session this spring.

If you are interested please contact QDHPCA’s Co-ordinator of Volunteers & Grief Support at 250-985-5815.

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Caretaker Watchman for your..... cottage, ranch, Gold Claim etc., in need of TLC? I am a retiree, bondable with referrals, Call (250)394-7993 Norm’s Handyman Service Lawns, rototilling.

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FLOORING SALE Over 300 Choices Lowest Prices Guaranteed!

Laminates - $0.59/sq ft Engineered - $1.99 sq ft Hardwood - $2.79 sq ft

Garage Sales

Houses For Sale 758 Barkerville Highway (1.6 km) 5 bdrm on 1 pretty acre.

Cash back if needed. I have new property waiting. $189,000 OBO. Phone Norm: 778-414-7469.

For Sale - 5 Acre treed lot. 15 minutes from town on the Barkerville Hwy. 12 x 68 Mobile Home. Shop 16 x 32. Five out buildings. Water/Sewer. Assessed value $79,200. Call (250)992-7114

Heavy Duty Machinery

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Pets & Livestock

Livestock ForSale: 21 Yr. old Reg’d Norwegian Fjord mare. Rides, drives & trailers. Papers available. $1500. Call Liz Lund @ (250)747-1002

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A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock.

SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800!

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40’ Containers under $2500!

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Boxer Puppies Born Jan. 25,2013 Fawn males & Brindle females, dewormed, vet checked & 1st shots, Parents on sight, friendly personalities $650 ph# 250 567-4623

Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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Misc. Wanted

Firearms

True Coin Collector Looking to Purchase Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold and Silver coins, Bills + Not melting down, Serious Collector. Call: Coin Couple 1-778-281-0030

WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines.

Call (250)791-6369

WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines.

Call (250)791-6369

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Real Estate

LivingRoom Suite, including Pallisar sofa, loveseat, 2 matching end tables, lamp & area rug in like new condition.

All for $500 OBO, must go.

Call (250)747-2666

PANORAMIC 58 Acres along West Fraser RD. 35 Acres in Hay. $129,900. 780-394-7088

Commercial/ Industrial

Commercial/ Industrial

Acreage for Sale

LEASING OPPORTINUITY

Give your customers convenient access and plenty of parking at the Quesnel Landmark. Stand out in an established, professional retail environment that features a mix of well-known retailers and boutiques. Whether you are looking for an in-line store, a kiosk or a cart, West Park Mall is the only centrally located mall in West Quesnel.

Anchored by Save-On-Foods, West Park Mall is home to Sears, Warehouse One, The Source, Quesnel Decor Gallery, Bosley’s Pet Foods, Domino’s Pizza, Carter’s Jewellers, Westside Liquor Store, Lenmasters and others.

Give your business the facilities and services it needs to succeed. Space is available now for immediate business at great rates.

Contact: Jana Kalynych Churchill Property Corporation Phone: 1-877-689-8500

WEST PARK MALL IS THE ONLY PLACE TO BE!

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C.W.L / St. Anns School Garage Sale April 20 - 8:30am2:00pm @ St. Anns Hall. Donations to be dropped off on April 19 from 8:30am-2:00pm

Overnight Delivery in most of BC!

Merchandise for Sale Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Invasive Plant Committee Employment Opportunity - Coordinator The Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Invasive Plant Committee (CCCIPC) is seeking a part time Coordinator, who is to provide leadership, direction, and management of the Committee under the direction of the Board of Directors and in accordance with the CCCIPC’s core values and purpose. Candidates should be highly motivated, resourceful and passionate; with a demonstrated commitment to invasive plant and species issues.

This position is on a contract or employee basis and will be located within the area of the Cariboo Regional District. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience but is expected to commence at $22 to $28 per hour.

A resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications, accompanying references, and an example of a report (either technical or summary report) should be submitted to the undersigned by 4:00 pm (PDT), April 26, 2013.

Please contact the undersigned if you have any questions regarding this employment opportunity or would like more information.

Emily Sonntag Board Chair ESonntag@cariboord.bc.ca Phone (250) 305-4393

Merchandise for Sale

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!

New Owners – New Management

250-992-2806

Mobile Homes & Parks 1996 2Bdrm. Mobile Home.

Sunken kitchen /w Jenn Air stove, built in oven, kitchen Island. Large 2 sink bathroom, Asking $65,000.

Call (250)747-0841 2011 Modular Home. 16x80 ft.

3 bdrm, 2 bath. Vaulted ceilings in living room. Must be moved. 250-747-3298.

Older mobile home for sale in quiet park. Many upgrades.

Priced to sell at $29,500.

Call : 250-991-0190 RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Spec home on site to view. Please call 250-4627055. www.copperridge.ca

Mortgages FIXED 5 YEAR RATE

2.89%

Northland Mortgages

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr. Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites.

Elevator & laundry facilities.

References Required.

Move-In Incentives Available.

Call 250-992-8949

WOODGROVE MANOR 1241 Lark Avenue Located in the desirable Uplands area Spacious 2 bdrm, 2 bath suites Free Hot Water FROM $600/mo Quiet. Secure. Clean.

Seniors and families welcome.

Call Shawna

250•992•7868 Members of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program

References required.

FIR Crest Apartments - 1 & 2 bdrm suites, North Quesnel. N/P, no parties. (250)992-6593/(250)255-6593

Newly Renovated 2 bdrm apt in North Quesnel (Cariboo Place) Rent from local owner.

Avail May 1st - $675 mo call 250-992-7904 N Quesnel 2bdrm. Apt., Clean and quiet, references required, caretaker on-site $615/mo. Available immediately.

1 bdrm apartment available May 2nd $475./mo Call, (250)992-3376. Pls leave message.

Commercial/ Industrial 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.

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Recreation

Suites, Lower

Sport Utility Vehicle

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1995 Snow Villa Ltd

NQ 1500Sq.Ft. Basement Suite on RiverFront acreage, n/p, n/s, all new appliances (includes W/D). Rent includes heat, light, HS internet & Satellite TV. Close to Hospital & RiverFront trail. Ref. required. $989/mo. Call (250)983-9522

2005 Chevy Uplander Minivan

35 ft 5th Wheel 2 slides, sleeps 4, central vac., entertainment center, air, loads of storage, awning, fully loaded Stored inside in winter.

Southills - 1 bdrm. new bsmt. suite, heated floors, n/p, n/s, bus stop close, call (250)9835972

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The Estate of ANNABELLE J. SMITH formerly of 5235 Quesnel-Hixon Rd, Quesnel BC V2J 6Y7.

Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send them with the particulars to the Executor, c/o Darlene Johnson, 2101 Varsity Drive, Campbell River, BC V9H 1V2 on or before the 3rd day of May, 2013, after which date the estates assets will be distributed, having regard to the claims that have been received.

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Rentals

Duplex / 4 Plex

Mobile Homes & Pads

Must see! Cute 2 bdrm lower level suite in newer home close to schools, shopping, transit & more . Newer laminate flooring, fridge, stove, w/d, storage shed included. $650 + Utilities .N/S , N/P. Avail. Now! (250)991-6358 Very nice, clean 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse in West Quesnel, along Baker Crk. 1.5 baths, back yard, 2 parking spots. Absolutely n/s, n/p. $900+utilities. Ref. req’d. One half of an owner occupied duplex. Avbl May 1.

250-992-7592.

SHUSWAP COUNTRY ESTATES

Manufactured Homes by Moduline Industries Under $110.00/sq.ft.

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5th Wheel Only -

Reduced $18,000 (250)992-6033

WestSide 3Bdrm.

4-Plex.

Laundry Hook-ups, 650/mo.

Avail. May 1st,(778)466-0998

(Truck also avail. for purchase)

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TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?

Townhouses

2bdrm. Suite - Close to MP Mall & school, n/p, n/s, F & S Avail. Immed. Call 747-3878

Sport Utility Vehicle

179,000 km 4 Brand new Tires Asking $5,300 Call April 250-992-7518

Nice and cozy 1Bdrm suite near W. Park Mall, n/s, n/p,references. $475/mo. 992-8715

RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean.

Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429

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PROPOSED TELUS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY 60 METRE SELF-SUPPORT STRUCTURE PROPOSED STRUCTURE: As part of the public consultation process required by Industry Canada, TM Mobile Inc. (“TELUS”) is inviting the public to comment on a proposed telecommunications facility consisting of a 60 metre self-support tower and ancillary radio equipment.

LOCATION: No municipal address, Quesnel, British Columbia (PID: 014-122-383)

1996 Chevy Blazer

Dark green, Michellin all season tires, AWD, new spark plugs and water pump. Needs a fuel pump.

$1,200. obo - 250.255.6569

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SAW REPAIR

Begins with local shopping, Complete Bandsaw & Round Saw Sales & Service & Sharpening particularly this “Wein Sharpen EVERYTHING” difficult economic climate!

• Carpentry Saws & Tools • Household Saws & Tools • Carbide Service • Knife Grinding • Electric Shears • Bandsaw Sharpening

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Cariboo Regional District

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Friday, April 19, 2013 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

WE HAVE THE HEART – WE NEED A HOME

NOW IS OUR TIME It is up to us, the residents of Quesnel, to raise the funds to build our Multi-Centre and now is our time. By supporting the North Cariboo Multi-Centre you are investing in the future of our community in so many ways. We have until May 31st to raise the money.

It’s easy - here is how individuals and companies can help: • Buy a seat for $250, dedicate it to someone you love or as a legacyif every seat sold, we would raise $500,000; • Buy a piece of the North Cariboo Nature Mural starting at $25; • Sponsor the theatre; • Sponsor a room in the multi-centre; • Make a donation.

Many packages have been delivered to businesses and individuals.

If you are ready to make your donation or would like more information, please call Carol @ 250-991-2878 or Bernice 250-747-1727.

www.ourmulticentre.com