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MULTI-CENTRE

Lead up to referendum begins SHANNON STEVER Observer Reporter The first referendum information session on the MultiCentre was a packed house.

The referendum, which is calling to prolong Bylaw 4396 – allowing the city/ CRD to borrow up to $15 million for development of the proposed Multi-Centre – is set to expire Dec. 12, 2013.

The referendum asks residents if they wish to extend the borrowing bylaw for two years.

The Multi-Centre is a proposed facility containing a 1,600 seat NHL-sized arena, a 450-seat performing arts theatre and accompanying event and assembly space.

The existing Arena 1 (of the twin arenas) will be demolished after the Multi-Centre is built.

Director of community services for the city, Jeff Norburn guided the audience through the details of the project, including the designbid-build approach.

“The design and build are both included in the proposed price of the project,” Norburn said.

“This allows a fixed-fee to be set aside for the designs to be bid on.”

When asked about the potential for finishing the remaining $4.5 million of the proposed budget, Norburn expressed hope for potential grants expected by spring of 2014.

“We’ve been in talks with [MP] Dick Harris directly and have strong reason to ex-

pect this to be the case,” Norburn said.

When the topic of the Multi-Centre pre-taxation came up, some members of the audience questioned the approach.

“You mean we’ve been taxed on this project before we voted?” asked one audience member.

Norburn explained that the earmarked budget denoted as the “Multi-Centre pre-taxation” (which accounts for approximately $13/$100,000 for property owners) was not specifically created for the project.

“Different officials have had different ideas of what the pretax was for,” Norburn said, stressing the pre-taxation was a surplus designed for any upcoming projects within the parks and recreation scope.

“The referendum is about borrowing,” he said.

“The voters will ultimately decide what they want.”

The referendum to extend the borrowing bylaw is slated for Nov. 9. Advanced voting takes place Oct. 30 and Nov. 4 at the CD Hoy Room of the Quesnel City Hall.

The official referendum (Nov. 9) polling stations are at Red Bluff school, Parkland Community hall, Bouchie Lake elementary, Barlow Creek elementary, West Fraser fire hall, and the Quesnel Legion. Residents can vote from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

For information, including a history of the project, visit www.quesnel.ca/multi-centre.html.

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any areas that may need improvement.

“We are especially attentive of industry pressures, such as changes in logging activity, so levels of service can be allocated ith snow already reported in the efficiently,” Andrushko said. outlying areas, Quesnel area He was pleased to say they have high emresidents need to be prepared ployee retention which translates to very for the inevitable change in seasons, from experienced drivers who know the equipfall to winter. ment and the area.

HMC has been preparing for winter since “Every operator receives annual winter last April and have almost all their materiawareness training and that is currently als and equipment ready for the toughest being delivered.” season in the Cariboo.

With a goal of being 80 per cent prepared “We have 85 per cent of our crushing

by Oct. 15, Andrushko said they’re already completed with 85,000 cubic meters of there and they’ll be fully operational by winter sand already stockpiled plus whatNov. 1. ever remained from last year,” division “However we’re certainly ready for any manager John Andrushko said. early storm right now. It important we hit And in case you were wondering, the size the first couple of storms hard. The drivof the aggregate materials meets the indusing public is historically not as prepared as try standard of no larger than 12.5 mm. they could be for those first few storms but “Road salt supplies continue to come in. we will be ready.”

Both salt brine and the salt trucks for early He also said motorists have a responsibilonset of freeze/thaw and black ice condiity to check with DriveBC and the weather tions are in place.” networks before heading out.

Motorists may have noticed the signs They can also report road conditions about shifting into winter already on the side of the road encouraging the switch to Clockwise from top left: Adam Maglio, Darcy Jaeb, Mike Remple, they encounter to HMC through the ofwinter tires and changing driving habits to Leonard Botkin, Dale Steinbach and Todd Blocksidge – HMC me- fice, 250-992-8809 or to the after-hours reflect the need for extra caution, stopping chanics spent hundreds of hours preparing the five new plow trucks number 1-866-353-3136 where the operator will then direct their information to the space and awareness of trucks and equip- (top photo) for this year’s season.

Annie Gallant photos correct maintenance yard. ment.

There’s also a new weather station at Andrushko said these trucks are what’s called “We tell people to expect the unexpectgreen initiative vehicles with the highest emis- Hush Lake and connected to that station are ed,” Andrushko added. two new permanent, overhead message boards HMC maintains five road maintenance yards sion standards required on highway trucks.

“They operate with the newest computerized which warn motorists of the latest information in Quesnel, Hixon, McLeese Lake, Wells and Nazko and there are 14 pits strategically placed controls for materials and hydraulics and have on any potential dangers in that area.

And as the time draws near when trucks and to service all the areas. Equipment and trucks fully automatic transmissions, which is one less are dispatched directly from these yards to en- thing for drivers to worry about, allowing them equipment will be on the road, HMC asks the sure road maintenance is as immediate as pos- to concentrate on safety, efficiency and the job public to respect the difficult job they do in difficult conditions. on hand,” he said. sible.

“Be patient, everyone wants to arrive home These 2013 Western Star trucks were pur“We’ve already had five trucks out plowing chased basically as just the cab and rolling chas- safely. We ask drivers to be especially aware of and sanding from Nazko and Wells Oct. 1.”

The winter fleet includes 35 winter-ready plow sis and our excellent team of mechanics have the new towplow as it clears a broad swath and trucks, nine graders and one towplow, plus 80+ outfitted them over the past year. It takes about with its articulated, flexible width plowing caroad crew members with the addition of five 250 mechanical man hours to outfit each truck. pability it will be working multi-lane sections hired trucks and two hired graders as required. That’s seven weeks for one mechanic on one and some regular roads.”

Throughout the discussion of winter preThe fleet now includes five new wing trucks, truck.”

As part of their service protocol, HMC meets paredness, Andrushko stressed that safety was to be deployed primarily to clear highway snow.

They will be distributed throughout HMC’s with the Ministry of Highways and stakehold- the first priority, for his crews and the driving ers to get feedback on what they do well and public. coverage area.

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The BC SPCA cares for thousands of orphaned and abandoned cats each year. If you can give a homeless cat a second chance at happiness, please visit your local shelter today.

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Homelessness doesn’t always look the way you expect it to.

Homeless people may live on the floors and couches of friends and family, in their cars, in temporary shelters and many other discreet places that remain hidden from public view.

Though invisibly homeless, they are equally in need of a permanent, secure home.

Such places are unstable, are often unsafe and can easily result in ending up on the street.

Each homeless person has his or her own life circumstance that led to homelessness. This could include employment loss, economic downturn, fire, illness, a traumatic incident, physical disability, family breakdown, abuse, mental illness, drug addiction, and/or other physical disabilities.

It can happen to anyone regardless of income, status, education, lifestyle, age, race, or gender.

The faces of invisible homelessness are diverse: seniors, youth, women, families, the working poor

and Aboriginal peoples are increasingly vulnerable groups.

Seasons House operates the Emergency Shelter Program in Quesnel and is seeing an increase in people accessing shelter services, as well as the other programs and services we offer.

Last year, Seasons House sheltered 310 people in our community facing homelessness.

We are always operating over capacity; last month for example (September 2013) we operated at 171 per cent capacity. People are always sleeping in our overflow areas on mats, chairs and on the floor.

The importance of a home cannot be overstated. It’s more than just a roof that keeps you dry.

Among many things, home is a place of safety, nourishment, refuge, comfort and dignity.

A safe and stable home is necessary for food security, health, self-sufficiency and a positive relationship with others.

Home makes a healthy and productive life possible.

Acquiring and maintaining a home takes hard work, but when life challenges inhibit the ability to access the support or the income needed to maintain a home, a healthy life becomes further from reach and can even seem unattainable.

Such situations are exacerbated when someone becomes visibly or invisibly homeless, making recovery further from reach.

Interventions such as food programs, addictions counselling, mental and physical health services, employment skills training, outreach and shelter are critical to supporting individuals in acquiring or maintaining a home.

However these interventions have limited success if people are unable to obtain safe, stable, and secure housing that provides them with a solid foundation from which to tackle their challenges.

Beyond providing people with shelter is the concept of providing people with a home – a safe and permanent place to reside.

It’s common sense, but

challenging when the average rent for a one bedroom apartment amounts to over half of what a person earns working full time at minimum wage.

(Housing is considered affordable when it costs 30 per cent or less of a person’s income).

Several Canadian cities, including Vancouver, have already seen a reduction in homelessness populations using a housing first philosophy.

Research notes that hospital admissions, police interventions and health care costs dropped dramatically for people who are provided with supportive housing.

A 2008 Streetohome Foundation report shows that providing an individual with supportive housing costs nearly 50 per cent less than providing services to someone who is chronically homeless.

Beyond being fiscally costeffective, supportive housing also addresses the human cost of homelessness.

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Other ways of reducing your chances of getting the flu (besides the yearly flu shot) is to ensure you are getting enough zinc and vitamin D in your diet. Zinc seems to strengthen the immune system. Beef, lamb, chicken, oysters and pumpkin seeds are good sources. Multivitamins contain 7.5 to 15mg of zinc. Vitamin D in doses of 2000 units daily from food and supplements is now a recommended minimum.

Pharmacists are often asked if it’s safe for a pregnant woman to get a flu shot.

The answer is a definite yes. The flu can put stress on the heart, lungs and the immune system as well. Having respiratory problems while pregnant can cause complications. So by all means, if you are pregnant, get a flu shot.

For many herbal remedies, there is no good evidence for many of the claims made for them. Arnica is one of these. It’s not safe to take it orally, however for use on injured areas of the skin that might bruise has some anecdotal evidence that it helps. So it’s worth a try. Side effects include itching, rash and dry skin.

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IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETINGS Wednesday, Oct. 9 - 7 p.m.

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Thursday, Oct. 17 – 7 p.m.

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Advance Voting Wed. Oct. 30 Mon. Nov. 4 CD Hoy Room, Quesnel City Hall

A referendum will be held to ask the electorate if they wish to extend the borrowing authority for the proposed North Cariboo Multi-Centre for an additional two years. The referendum is scheduled for Nov. 9, 2013. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the advance polling opportunities which are being held on Wednesday, Oct. 30 and Monday, Nov. 4 in the CD Hoy Room in Quesnel City Hall.

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TO REMOVE HIGHWAY DEDICATION OF UNDEVELOPED ROADWAY

SALVAGE/REMOVAL STORAGE BUILDING

The City of Quesnel invites qualified proposals for the removal of the Quesnel Search & Rescue Society Building formerly known as Quesnel Mini-Golf located at the Johnston Bridge Loop.

The proponent must be diligent and have the building removed within one (1) week of the start date and completed by November 30, 2013.

The successful proponent for this project will be required to provide; • •

Proof of Workers Compensation coverage for all personal on site.

Proof of public liability insurance to a value of $1,000,000 for the duration.

To view the building contact Alec Darragh, Deputy Superintendent of Public Works during normal business hours at 250 992-6330.

Proposals must be submitted using the attached form in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Salvage Old Search & Rescue Building” on or before 2:00 pm, Wednesday, October 23, 2013.

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Pursuant to Section 40(3) of the Community Charter, all persons who consider they are affected by the Bylaw may make representation to Council in writing, or in person at the October 21st Regular Council Meeting to be held at Council Chambers in City Hall, 410 Kinchant St, Quesnel BC at 7:00 p.m. Please submit written correspondence to City Council, c/o Gina Albers at address below.

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The proposed Bylaw No. 1720 and further information may be obtained from the Manager of Development Services at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5 between 8:30 AM -12PM and 1PM - 4:30PM, Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory Holidays or (250) 992-2111.

City of Quesnel Development Services Department September 20, 2013

Telephone enquiries on the above should be directed to Mike Bolch at 250-9922111 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (except Statutory Holidays).

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TAKE NOTICE THAT, pursuant to Section 94 of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given of City of Quesnel Bylaw No. 1720, a bylaw to close and remove dedication of a certain portion The scope of work shall include the complete removal of the above noted building except for any concrete slabs, foundations, footings and sidewalks. The of highway which is currently an undeveloped roadway. Location of the proposed removal of intent is to have the successful proponent salvage and recycle as much of the building components as possible. Disposal of all debris (except for concrete) will highway dedication is adjacent to 600 Johnston Avenue (West Fraser Timber Park), and to the be the responsibility of the proponent and must be disposed of at a municipal landfill. Tipping fees at the Quesnel Municipal Landfill will be waived for debris south of 450 Johnston Ave (Rona) and indicated in the included location map. from this site.

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from A4 When a person’s basic need for a secure and stable home is met, they are empowered to address life challenges that contribute to homelessness, such as the need for employable skills, addressing physical or mental health issues, or escaping violence.

This approach has been proven so successful that between 75 and 86 per cent of the homeless who are ‘hardest to house’ (suffering from acute mental illness) who have housing with supports retain that housing long-term and begin their journey out of the cycle of homelessness.

If you would like to stay informed about homelessness and what is happening in Quesnel, check out the Seasons House Facebook page or feel free to contact us anytime. We are always grateful for the generous support given by the many individuals and businesses in our community.

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FOR THE 2013/2014 SEASON

Owners of dump trucks are invited to place their names on our call-out list for snow removal.

The City pays $83.00 per hour for snow removal.

Loaders and Backhoes

Owners of loaders and /or backhoes are invited to place their names on our call-out list for the plowing of City residential driveway entrances. Machinery must be available on two-hours notice.

To qualify, all dump trucks must be equipped with a 12 yard dump box with a 20 To qualify, all loaders must be equivalent to a 926 Caterpillar with backhoes equivalent to inch extended sideboard on the passenger’s side and a 10 inch extended sideboard on a 310 D John Deere model. Include in your registration, your hourly charge out rate. the driver’s side.

Applicants MUST submit with their application, proof of Workers’ Compensation Board current standings and number, a 2013 City business license and a minimum of $2 million public liability insurance.

Application forms are available at City Hall (410 Kinchant Street) and the Public Works Office (21 Johnston Bridge Loop).

Completed forms must be submitted NOT LATER THAN 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 18, 2013 at either of the addresses noted above.

Inquiries may be directed to 250-992-6330 during regular office hours.

SNOW REMOVAL EQUIPMENT GRADERS AND SAND TRUCK FOR THE 2013/2014 SEASON The City of Quesnel is looking to lease two (2) Graders (with operators) and one (1) Sand Truck (with operator) during the winter months for the 2013/2014 season. The specifications for each lease are as follows:

Lease1 – Road Grader (downtown core)

- must be equivalent to a Champion 690 or better - lease is from December 1, 2013 to February 28, 2014 - guaranteed 60 hours work per month - must respond within 2 hours of call out

Lease 2 – Road Grader (south Quesnel area) - must be equivalent to a Champion 690 or better - lease is from December 1, 2013 to February 28, 2014 - guaranteed 20 hours work per month - must respond within 4 hours of call out

Lease 3 – Sand Truck

- must be tandem axle with a minimum 10 cubic yard rear sander and plow - lease is from November 15, 2013 to March 15, 2014 - guaranteed 20 hours work per month - must respond within 1 hour of call out

The proposal package is to include details of availability and the hourly cost to be charged, the make, model and year of the equipment, an indication of the experience and qualifications of the operator, along with proof of WCB current standing, 2013 City business license, and a minimum of $1 million public liability insurance.

Proposals will be received up to 4:00 pm on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5.

Bids should be sealed and marked according to the lease specifications: LEASE 1 – ROAD GRADER (downtown core) LEASE 2 – ROAD GRADER (south Quesnel area) or LEASE 3 – SAND TRUCK Telephone enquiries on the above should be directed to Mike Bolch at 250-992-2111 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (except Statutory Holidays).

SNOW REMOVAL QUOTATIONS Quotations for the 2013/2014 winter season are requested from interested contractors for Quesnel and District Arts & Recreation Centre, 500 North Star Road. Clearing is to be completed prior to the facility opening hours (5:00 a.m. weekdays and 9:00 a.m. weekends) wherever possible. Quotations must include the following: • Contractor name and contact information • Insurance coverage • Price of clearing per hour using a loader • Alternate price per hour using another type of equipment • Business license number and Work Safe BC number Interested contractors are to submit their quotation in writing to City of Quesnel, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 by 2: 00 p.m. Thursday, October 31, 2013.

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Let’s change two words in our national anthem to include all Canadians.

Just change “in all our sons command” to “in all of us command” and “God keep our land, glorious and free,” to something like “We’ll keep our land glorious and free.”

I know, you think it’s political correctness run amok — next thing you know, we won’t be allowed to celebrate Christmas.

I know, you know lots of women and atheists who happily sing the present lyrics, so why change?

I know, “sons” is an allusion to past wars, when it was our sons who fought and died.

And I know, this isn’t the biggest issue Canadians face. Should we be wasting our time talking about a few words in a song?

The answer, of course, is no. So let’s just do it, without a bunch of palaver.

Changing a few words in a song won’t change our patriotism. It won’t disrespect our troops and it’s not kowtowing to Margaret Atwood, a bunch of radical feminists or the godless among us.

And forget the tradition argument. “O Canada” has been our national anthem since 1980, hardly eons.

Its lyrics have been changed umpteen times during its metamorphosis from 1880 to its 1980 adoption as our national anthem.

But two little changes will allow women and non-Christians to be represented by “O Canada.” It’s the Canadian thing to do because Canadians don’t put up with excluding people from things.

A month after we make the change, we won’t love our country any less and women and non-Christians will feel better about their anthem and the fact we respected them enough to change it.

It’s the right thing to do, it doesn’t hurt anyone and it doesn’t cost anything. It’s free — in both senses of the word.

So let’s just do what’s right, Andy, like we approved marriage equality, without a big fuss.

Those committed to excluding women and non-Christians from our national anthem are free to stand at hockey games and sing “sons” and “God” if it’s the only way they can express their patriotism.

But even if we do change “sons” and “God” to “us” and “we’ll,” they’ll still drop the puck shortly thereafter and the game will go on.

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s the B.C. Teachers’ Federation executive moseys back to the bargaining table after a summer off, I’m reminded of former education minister George Abbott’s thoughts on his time trying to establish a civil discussion with the province’s most militant union.

It started with a lecture.

“In my first meeting with the BCTF, and I gather this is characteristic of all first meetings with education ministers, the TF advises that yes, they are a union, but first and foremost they are social activists and agents of social change,” Abbott recalled.

Their buzzword is “social justice,” which is portrayed by leftists as superior to plain old justice, in ways that are seldom defined. So what exactly are the goals of this “social change”?

Here’s some of what I’ve gleaned.

Parents may recall the 2008 introduction of an elective high school course called Social Justice 12. This was mainly the result of intense protest by a couple of gay activist teachers, and the ministry curriculum describes its emphasis on inclusion of racial, cultural and sexual differences.

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B.C. Views That’s all good, and it’s now bolstered by urgently needed anti-bullying and empathy efforts at all grades.

Then there is the BCTF version. It’s not just a battle against “racism, homophobia and sexism” but also “poverty and globalization.”

The BCTF has a quarterly “Social Justice Newsletter” filled with predictable economic assumptions.

Readers of the latest issue are reminded at length that the United Nations takes a dim view of Canada’s record on human rights, including a right to housing.

Undefined “poverty” statistics are cited, although Statistics Canada has nothing but incomplete relative measures.

One article describes a social justice club for Grade 2 and 3 students, with activities that include collecting food bank

Once that one is done, maybe they could check over their teaching unit on Enbridge’s Northern Gateway proposal, another labour of the union’s “social justice” truth team.

Entitled “What We Stand To Lose With Pipelines and Supertankers,” it boasts wildlife photos and “key sources” from the left (Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives) to the far-left fringe (Pipe Up Network). It is another protesters’ guide designed around a predetermined viewpoint.

BCTF bosses love to talk about the importance of “critical thinking.” These one-sided caricatures of Nike, Enbridge and other familiar villains seem designed to produce the opposite.

They remind me of George Orwell’s classic novel <I>1984</I>, where loyal party members are required to focus on selected enemies in a daily ritual called the Two Minutes Hate.

Perhaps this is a clue to why our school system produces so many students lacking in employment skills and bursting with demands for government-imposed wealth redistribution.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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donations and “writing to the premier asking for a systemic plan to address child poverty.”

Leaving aside whether eight-year-olds can understand what “systemic” means, this rhetoric is taken directly from the tired old NDP policy book. It rests on the cherished myth that poverty is imposed by right-wing governments that refuse to double the minimum wage and pile more taxes on “the rich.”

And what about that darned “globalization”?

The BCTF still has a 2001 teaching guide on its website promoting the claim that Nike is uniquely guilty of making shoes and exercise gear in Third World sweatshops.

Teachers are to instruct students how to organize a boycott of Nike, thus passing the received wisdom of campus radicalism to the next generation.

This was all debunked years ago. Are Adidas, Reebok, Apple and Microsoft any different?

Has nothing changed in 12 years? A quick web search will show this is a stale old tale with a convenient villain, to avoid complex questions.

A BCTF official assures me this unit is being updated.

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Editor: Have you ever used the re-use building at the dump?

Controversial?

What could be controversial about a place where things can be picked up for a song and you could leave things off knowing someone else might be able to use them?

But in the ‘90’s it was controversial. Many people thought it was a waste and told city council not to proceed.

A few years later and everyone is in support.

The same can be said for Shiraoi House, the soccer facility, West Fraser Timber Park and the new library. People were screaming that they were going to go broke. It was too much…stop the madness.

And what has happened? We are now proud of these facilities. And people in Quesnel pay taxes not out of line with other municipalities.

Even the city hall fiasco was brought to a equitable, if not optimal, conclusion.

In 2008, the last year I was mayor, I was proud to support a new arena and new performing arts centre.

I brought my kids to the old arena and it stinks. In about 1993, the engineers told us it had about 15 years left. It still stands if a bit wobbly. The performing arts centre was supposed to be built alongside the Rec Centre and that was over 25 years ago.

Now’s the time. I have my own thoughts about why we didn’t get the entire $15 million matching funds but they aren’t enough to stop a project which, like the re-use building, will be a centre of pride for Quesnel citizens for decades to come.

Give it two more years and vote yes.

Nate Bello Mayor, 2002-2008

Teen issues Editor: The following was an assignment for QJS grade 8 students.

An issue that is facing teens 13-16 years of age is not getting enough physical exercise.

Most teens these days are addicted to their electronic devices. Instead of going outside, these teens are staying inside on social media sites, playing video games and watching television.

Not everyone is doing that, but the majority of teens are.

We think a solution for getting these teens to get off their internet is having more activities to do outside. Some parents don’t care what their kids are doing outside of school. So the solution is that every child should have to go and do some kind of physical activity outside of school for at least 60 minutes per day.

One of the reasons most teens don’t get enough physical activity is because most activities cost lots of money. We think there should be more low cost sports for teens.

C. Sever and R. Fowler Quesnel

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According to Goffic, the pawn business is a combination of knowing and caring about your customers but also keeping a sharp eye on the bottom line.

Before establishing his business in his home town of Quesnel, Goffic had worked many years for General Motors in Kelowna. However, in 1987 after a devastating broken leg that required extensive rehabilitation including learning to walk again, Goffic knew he could never stand all day long again.

But what to do?

He remembers being forced to visit a pawn shop and being treated very badly.

“It felt like you were some kind of sub-culture,” he said.

“I vowed if I was ever in a position like that I would never treat people like that.”

He went back to work until 1989 which allowed him to get back on his financial feet. With the money he was able to save, Goffic and his family moved back to Quesnel, still without any idea of what he was going to do.

He had the good fortune to learn a little about the pawn business from an ethical pawn broker and in January 1991 he set up his first pawn shop across from his present location on the West Side.

Goffic says there’s a lot to learn about the pawn business including knowing merchandising.

“You have to know prices – know your margins right down to how much to lend on any given item,” he said.

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“Regardless, I need to know what I can sell it for – what’s it worth in the market.”

He also knows it’s important to make the customer feel comfortable, know they aren’t the only one who sometimes needs a little cash. And he also tries, as much as possible, to keep value judgements out of the equation.

“I know it could be me on the other side of the counter. I never look at it as a handout – it’s a hand up.”

Goffic said although there’s obviously items he’s not interested in and he’s very clear about that, he rarely has to forceably remove someone from the store.

“If someone is really out of it, I won’t deal with them.”

Most of the items he sells are a result of pawned goods, citing between 35 – 40 per cent of people who pawn don’t come back for their stuff.

It’s very important for Goffic and his staff to make the pawn rules extremely clear to anyone interested in a transaction. Although he’s been known to

extend the rules on occasion, that doesn’t apply regarding stolen items people try to pawn.

“Every day I file a police report on what’s come into the store; I’m on the computer with the police. I take a picture of each customer who pawns an item, they sign for it plus I need to see supporting identification as to who they are.

“Why would I take something the police are just going to confiscate anyway?”

He’s had his share of break-ins, but he says so have other businesses. He installed 24-hour surveillance cameras and minimizes the number of valuables on the premises. Pioneer Pawn Shop keeps regular retail hours, closing at 5:30 p.m.

“We don’t want to put ourselves at unnecessary risk. We use the bank and don’t ever keep large sums of money on the premises.”

Goffic says the pawn business has been good for him and he’s seen others come and go while he has stuck around. Pioneer Pawn Shop is a family run business – his sister and niece have both learned the business.

“It’s not your regular retail business; it takes time and trust to have reliable employees in a business like this.”

And he admits there’s stress on the business from such industries as payday loans outlets.

“People don’t have to lug in a bulky item to those places but they also have to verify they have a job, a residence, a bank account and other identification.

“For the most part, my customers are regular people, in fact many are great people, just poor and in need. I feel I offer a service, fill a niche. These people can’t go to a bank and pawn their stuff for cash. Sometimes it’s as simple as needing a little extra grocery money.

“I feel good about what I do, the rules are straight up front; I want my friends, family and the community to see me as a reputable business man, because that’s what I am.”

Goffic stressed the biggest lesson he’s learned in his 22 years in business is “the most important person is the person on the other side of the counter.”

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Hazel was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Grew up there and went to school, graduating. In 1943-45 joined the Navy in Corwall and Halifax Nova Scotia becoming a Wren working in the stores handing out clothes to the soldiers.

In 1946, Hazel went to work at Timothy Eastons.

Married Edward Piltz in 1947, lived on the dairy in Dugald, Manitoba. In 1953 they moved to B.C. to Udy Creek in Nazko 1954 to 1984. Moved to Kersley in fall of 1984 to 1990, then move to town on Hemlock Ave. In 2009 had a stroke and lived in Baker Lodge then Dunrovin Park Lodge. At this time the family want to thank the staff for the excellent care given to Mom over the years, you went above and beyond your call as nurses.

Hazel belonged to the Royal Purple and the Legion, Women’s Institute, and Fall Fair.

There will be no funeral as per her request, ashes to go to the Nazko Cemetery beside Edward in May 2014.

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GENERAL VOTING will be held on: Saturday, November 9, 2013, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm at: • Red Bluff School, 1533 Maple Drive, Quesnel • Parkland Community Hall, 5016 Bjornson Road, Quesnel • Bouchie Lake Elementary School, 2074 Blackwater Road, Quesnel • Barlow Creek Elementary School, 816 Barkerville Hwy, Quesnel • West Fraser Fire Hall, 243 Jackpine Flats Road, Quesnel • Quesnel Legion Branch #94, 262 Kinchant Street, Quesnel ADVANCE VOTING opportunities will be held on: Wednesday, October 30 2013, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm and Monday, November 4, 2013, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm at Quesnel City Hall, CD Hoy Room, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel BACKGROUND: In 2008, residents in the North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Service Area, which includes the City of Quesnel and surrounding areas of the Cariboo Regional District, voted in a referendum to authorize the borrowing of up to $15 million for the construction of a new arena, theatre and multi-purpose event space. The project is estimated to cost $30 million and the remaining 50% would be raised through grants, reserves and fundraising efforts. The referendum passed and was followed by a concentrated fundraising effort.

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Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification at the time of voting (at least one with your signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity.

IMPORTANT: To ensure that you will be able to vote, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHIEF OR DEPUTY CHIEF ELECTION OFFICER as there may be documentation requirements to be met prior to voting day.

Mail ballot voting: The following electors are permitted to register to vote by mail and to vote by mail ballot: (i) those persons who have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity; (ii) persons who expect to be absent from their jurisdiction on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities.

A person wishing to vote by mail ballot shall apply by giving their name and address to the Chief Election Officer or to the person designated by the Chief Election Officer for such purposes, starting on October 15, 2013 (25 days before general voting day) and ending at 4:00 pm on November 7, 2013 (two days before general voting day).

Note: Pursuant to the Local Government Act, no corporation is entitled to be registered as an elector or have a representative registered as an elector and no corporation is entitled to vote.

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MONDAY GOOD NEWS GANGS (clubs), Oct. 21, a fun community program for children 4 – 12 years old, Monday’s 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Baker, Kersley and Bouchie Lake elementary school gyms. Program includes games, crafts, snacks, Bible related stories and fun songs.

For information call Diane, 250-747-0130 or Pastor Barry 250992-8830 or email

The Quesnel Church

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.

Call 747-3178.

Ask for Kim. pacemill@shaw.ca.

sponsored by Northstar Baptist Church and Quesnel Ministerial Association.

TUESDAY SENIORS CENTRE OPEN HOUSE, Oct. 22, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come see what is offered during the week. Everyone welcome, for information call 250-9923991.

WEDNESDAY QUESNEL PONY CLUB REGISTRATION, Oct. 9, 5 p.m. in Carson elementary school library for children aged 6 – 21 years. For information contact Jenny 250-316-2189.

QLA PRESENTS WOODY HOLLER AND HIS ORCHESTRA, Oct. 23, 7:30

p.m., Chuck Mobley Theatre at Correlieu School, tickets are $25/show or $125 for all six shows (adults), $20/show or $100 for all six shows (seniors and youth). Available at Quesnel Music, Save On Foods, KMax, at the door or in advance by calling 250-747-2207.

THURSDAY

ming workshop, Oct.18 – 20, tuition $180 which includes instruction, coffee/ tea/snacks Saturday and Sunday, a Saturday night supper and Ceilidh. For details and information on accommodation call Kelly Atkinson 250-747-4363 and registration contact Lisa McCargar 250992-9769.

QFC PRESENTS BLUE JASMINE, Oct. 24, 6:30 p.m., Carib Theatre. Tickets are $9 (regular) and $7 (seniors) at the door. For information call 250-7477422 or 250-7473979 or visits www. quesnelfilmclub.ca.

SENIORS CENTRE CRAFT FAIR, Nov. 15, 1 – 7 p.m., Nov. 16, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Seniors Centre, Tables $10/day, call Marion, 250-7471746 or Seniors Centre, 250-9923991. Lunch will be available.

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ONGOING EVENTS

PIPETOBERFEST piping and drum-

SENIORS CENTRE PANCAKE BREAK-

FAST first and third Sunday each month 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

HOUSE PLANTS FOR SALE all proceeds to Lions Senior Housing, phone 250992-7184.

2 RIVERS BOXING CLUB HAS MOVED now in West Park Mall, beside Domino’s Pizza. Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 6 – 7:30 p.m. For details call Tracy, 250-747-4495.

QUESNEL’S CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY OFFICE WANTS TO KNOW – on a scale of 1 – 5 how important are local unit services and programs to you and your community? Share your opinion, by visiting the office, 332 Front

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Street, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Monday to Friday; call 250992-6551; or email cssquesnel@shawcable.com.

QUESNEL LIONS HOUSING SOCIETY now has a mailing address for donations. Forward donations to P.O. Box 4535, Quesnel, B.C., V2J 3J8.

GOLDEN CENTRE FALL ACTIVITIES Monday, crib, pool; Tuesday, carpet bowling, pool; closed Wednesday; Thursday, crib, whist, pool; Friday, whist, pool.

Lunch available, $5, 11:30 – 12:30; regular monthly meeting third Tuesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. beginning Sept. 17; potluck lunch, third Friday of the month,

11:15 – 12:30 p.m.

SCANDANAVIAN CARDS first and third Wednesday of the month at Seniors Centre, l7 p.m. Meeting second Wednesday of the month at Seniors Centre.

DARTS! Mixed dart league. No experience necessary. Every Tuesday night, 6:45 p.m. at Elks Lodge.

Call Steven, 250-9925794 for information.

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Jonas Gagnon Sports Reporter

Curling for beginners JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter Beginning curlers, decked out in full winter regalia, gathered in the curling rink last week, some slip-sliding with arms pin-wheeling, while others glided over the pebbled ice surface to deliver the rock with the poise of an angel.

It’s called the Curl Canada Clinic and the curling rink runs it every year at the

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beginning of the season.

This year’s clinic drew 19 soon-to-be curlers the first day with an extra four showing up on the second and final day.

Dave Plant, the club coordinator, was happy with the influx of newcomers to the sport.

“It’s nice to see new, young faces in the rink,” he said.

“That’s the beauty of this clinic.”

The clinic is designed to get

new curlers, or relatively new curlers, used to the ice surface, the rules of the game and the basic skills required to make it more than just throwing rocks over an ice surface.

Six volunteers showed up during the clinic to show the new kids how it’s done.

The curling leagues all start next week, with the first league game of the season kicking off Tuesday and continuing through the week.

Learning some moves better than Jagger’s

’m halfway through my finding some semblance of time on the gymnast control as I careen wildly floor and have come through the air. My head to terms with the lack of no longer losses all sense flexibility in my body. of balance after flipping Partially it’s got to do with and some of the tricks are the fact that I, like Roger finally coming together into Jonas Gagnon Murtaugh, am just too old something that feels right.

WINTER WEIGHT for this... Because age means So, I’ve decided to go for a you lose those plastic bones bit of a grail move and try to and rubber ligaments. And partly it’s learn how to do standing flips before because I haven’t stretched myself out my short stint is up. like a rubber band all my life. And, I’m If there’s any move that is designed to a guy, so naturally I’m just less bendy. wow your friends and win you bets, a Despite my lack of flexibility, there are standing flip is that move. things still to learn that don’t require Picture this, if you will: you’re me to bend like Gumbi and those things standing there with your friends and include awesomeness like flips. talk about whatever and you somehow I have flipped, and often flopped, my horn in that you can do a standing way through classes and am finally backflip. Your friends all scoff, so you

move slightly away from them and, bam, backflip city.

People would flip (pun sadly intended) and you might be able to earn a couple dollars from some strategically laid bets.

Sounds good to me.

And that’s really only the start of what you can learn at gymnastics.

You can learn to run up a wall and pull a flip, dive over hurdles and roll back up onto your feet and hurdle over objects almost as tall as you are. Or you can take the more traditional route and learn how to do multiple flips on the trampoline, or spinning flips, or cartwheels for days.

One of the most interesting things to come from taking gymnastics is learning how your body moves and the ways it doesn’t. We spend so little of our

day to day life throwing ourself into the air with wanton abandon that we don’t understand how to make it do these things and lack the strength in the muscles we don’t use.

Gymnastics changes that, forcing you to work out the twisting and flipping muscles you didn’t realize were there, strengthening you so you can move like a cat, all lithe muscle and manoeuvrability.

I look forward to use this in my future endeavours to show off for friends and for my own enjoyment. Stay tuned to see if I stick the landing or fall on my face.

– Jonas Gagnon is an Observer Reporter and is checking out the clubs of Quesnel to let you know what’s out there.

QUESNEL KANGAROOS

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Fri. Oct. 18, 2013 @ 7:30 pm Kangaroos VS Williams Lake Stampeders

Sat. Oct. 19, 2013 @ 7:30 pm Kangaroos VS Williams Lake Stampeders

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Tri club bids adieu for the season

Coach thanks community, sponsors and athletes Well, another season has come and gone and our little club had a successful one. We had the pleasure of getting to know a few new members, as well as welcoming back our beloved past members.

As a coach, I had the pleasure of working with one of our newest members to get ready for her first triathlon while others worked on different aspects of their training, race prep, and having fun along the way. I also got to work with my husband again this year to help him reach his racing goals, which he did very well.

I have to put a HUGE thank you to all of our sponsors as well, we couldn't operate as well as we do without the generous support we receive.

We couldn't do it without you all: sponsors, athletes and community.

A very hearty thank you from The Cariboo Triathlon Club!

Kindest regards, Stacy Osmond Cariboo Tri Club Fawn Williams and Heather Fisher pose together at the Peach Classic in August, during the salad days of the Triathlon club.

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2011 modular show home, many extras. All app incl. Must be moved. To view call (250)747-3298

Misc. for Sale

‘94 Triple E mobile home for sale. 2 bdrm, 2 bath.

(250)747-3532

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Misc. Wanted Genuine Coin Collector Buyer Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins etc 778-281-0030

Mobile Homes & Parks 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

Trades, Technical

Trades, Technical

Employment Opportunities Counsellor positions (2): Regular, Full Time, Day Shift Nenqayni is a residential alcohol and drug treatment centre providing holistic healing to First Nations and Inuit youth and families in a safe and secure environment. Please visit our website for further information.

Qualified applicants for the Counsellor positions should have a solid grounding in and experience with youth and adult addictions treatment and the ability to deliver oneon-one or group counselling and therapeutic education workshops. Relevant post-secondary education or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. These positions may involve periodic travel requirements.

Preferably, the successful candidates will be of aboriginal descent and will obtain a Class 4 driver’s licence within the six month probationary period. The Class 4 licence is required. Reliable transportation to and from Nenqayni is required, as it is located aprox. twenty kilometres north of Williams Lake.

Start date is November 4, 2013. Salary range is $16.00 to $25.00 per hour depending on education and experience. A full benefits program is available.

Deadline for submissions is Friday October 25, 2013.

Please send your resume, a covering letter and three references to Nenqayni Wellness Centre, PO Box 2529, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 4P2 or by fax: 250-989-0307 or email to jchorney@nenqayni.com

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Commercial/ Industrial

Northland Mortgages

223/227 Reid St. For Rent/Lease Call Ken Reid @ 992-3950 or 249-5550

250-992-7295

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

Elevator & laundry facilities.

References Required.

Adult Orientated Call 250-992-8949

Busy building 470 S/F. Recent reno’s. $400/mo + taxes.

Includes heat, hydro & A/C. 295 S/F basement unit, $190/mo + tax. Call Wes: (992)5665 or Terri 992-7202 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.

Duplex / 4 Plex Barlow Creek bachelor suite, some furniture. $550/mo. + damage deposit, incl. laundry facility, hydro & Wi-Fi. N/S. 992-8568 Leave Message.

Trades, Technical

West Fraser is a leading forest products company in Canada. Our goals are simple – leadership through profits, responsibility in communities, excellence in people, strength in products.

There is an opening at Quesnel River Pulp, a division of West Fraser Mills for a

NENQAYNI WELLNESS CENTRE www.nenqayni.com

3.74%

Rentals

RELIABILITY TRADESPERSON

Quesnel River Pulp, a division of West Fraser Mills, has an opening for a MECHANICAL TRADESMAN The successful applicant will possess Pipefitter trade certification. Quesnel River Pulp applies the principals of job flexibility. Additional trades certification would be a definite asset as well as proven competence and knowledge in the individual’s trade and willingness to broaden their exposure to a complete variety of mechanical work as required.

Proven competence, trouble shooting skills as well as experience in layout, assembly, fabrication, maintenance and repair of piping systems is required. In addition, skills in any of the following would be a definite asset: Insulating Fire protection system Chemical handling Welding and burning Safety, clean-up and working well with all other employees are key requirements at QRP. The successful applicant will be required to work weekends when assigned and have a valid BC Driver’s license.

Quesnel River Pulp offers an attractive benefit and compensation package as well as relocation assistance to Quesnel.

Please submit a detailed resume by October 31, 2013 to: Quesnel River Pulp Company 1000 Finning Road Quesnel, BC V2J 6A1 Fax: (250) 992-2612 Email: brooke.lheureux@westfraser.com

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

The successful applicant will possess a trade certification or equivalent. Their interest will be on vibration, lubrication and equipment reliability. They will join our Reliability Group. Preference will be given to the holder of a CMVA Level 2 certification. Quesnel River Pulp applies the principles of job flexibility. Additional trades’ certification would be a definite asset as well as proven competence and knowledge in the individual’s trade and willingness to broaden their exposure to a complete variety of mechanical work as required.

Proven competence, trouble shooting skills as well as proven experience in any of the following would be a definite asset: Vibration analysis and online monitoring systems Equipment Optimization Lubrication Thermography Condition monitoring Root cause failure analysis Trouble Shooting Hydraulics Safety, clean-up and working well with all other employees are key requirements at QRP. The successful applicant will be required to work shifts when assigned and have a valid BC Driver’s license.

Quesnel River Pulp offers an attractive benefit and compensation package as well as relocation assistance to Quesnel.

Please submit a detailed resume by October 31, 2013 to: Personnel Services Quesnel River Pulp Company 1000 Finning Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 6A1 Fax: (250) 992-2612 Email: brooke.lheureux@westfraser.com

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

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Rentals

Transportation

Transportation

Duplex / 4 Plex

Cars - Domestic

Cars - Domestic

Newly reno’d 1 & 3 bdrm apt in N. Quesnel avail Nov 1. $650/mo (1bdrm), $850/mo (3bdrm) suitable for mature working person/couple or for seniors. N/S, N/P, ref req (250)992-5992 WestSide 3Bdrm. Duplex, incl W/D, $850/mo. Avail immed, Call (778)466-0998

Homes for Rent

2001 PT Cruiser. 150K, 4cyl, auto, sunroof, fully equipped,heated seats, ex tires & runner, very clean. $4950 (250) 255-4509

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2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.

2.2, 4 cyl,5 speed, 171km, 48mpg N/S,excellent tires, very clean $3950. 250-2554509

Large spacious 4bdrm, 31/2 bath in W Quesnel. Central location, rent 1450 + utl, N/S, small pet neg, N/P no drugs.

Avail immed.

Ref req.

250 809-4676

Pets

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TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?

Pets

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Office/Retail Office space avail. at Fraserview Medical Building next to hospital, suitable for professional offices; medical, legal, accounting and other consulting businesses. Please call Ideal Properties 250-992-5992

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TIGER

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Suites, Lower 1Bdrm suite, n/s, n/p, references required. $475/mo. Includes Utilities .(250)992-8715

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spay/neuter through SPCA adoptions

North Quesnel - Bright 1 bdrm bsmt suite, utilities included, w/d, $600/mo. (250)992-2362

SPCA - 1000 Carson Pit Rd. Hours: Noon - 4:00 pm Tues. - Sat. Always in need of blankets, towels www.spca.bc.ca

QUESNEL CO-OP A Division of Vanderhoof & Dist. Co-op Assn.

Suites, Upper 2bdrm upper suite, suitable for sngl or cpl. N/P. $600, util incld. Avail Nov (250) 9926189 or (250)983-9131

Townhouses RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean.

Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429

• 3 yr old • Chow/German Shepherd

Members Only

SALE

happening in November 1280 Quesnel Hixon Rd. Quesnel, B.C. 992-7274. Hours: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Sell your vehicle in the Cariboo Observer

Private party ads only (non-commercial) under cars, trucks, SUVs or vans.

SAMPLE all w wheel drive, low whee wh kms, Great Price Call today

555-555-5555 after 4 p.m.

1 column x 2” ad

4 week buy

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.

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 legacy-if 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.

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Just bring in or email your picture to classifieds@quesnelobserver.com Attn: Trina

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Quesnel & District Chamber of Commerce th 20 Annual Business Excellence Awards The Ten award categories are: 1. BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR: Criteria: • Sets an example as a dedicated business leader • Projects a positive image in the community • Works to motivate and encourage other entrepreneurs • Actively contributes to the growth of the community

6. COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD: Criteria: • Any business, community service group, organization, non-profit organization or individual • Whose participation in the community has significantly benefited others • Has contributed by giving back to the community with time, product, donations and/or support 2. BUSINESS OF THE YEAR- UNDER 10 Employees: Criteria: 7. HOME BASED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR: Criteria: • Provides excellent product or services and stands behind their product • Maintains good customer relationships 2013 Business Excellence Award Categories: • Maintains good customer relationships • Provides excellent product or services and stands behind their product Business Excellence Award Categories: 6. Community Spirit Business the Year • 1.

Upholds an activePerson role in2013 theof community • Works towards growing theirAward business through successful and innovative 6.marketing Community Spirit Award Business- Person of the 7.

Home Based Business 2. Business of the1. Year Under 10Year employees Home Business Business Year - Under 10 employees 3. BUSINESS OF THE 10 or More Employees: Criteria: 8.7.GO GREEN AWARD: Criteria: 8.

GoBased Green Award 3. Business ofYEAR the2.- Year – of 10the or more employees 8.

Go Green Award 3.

Business of the Year – 10 or more employees • 4.

Provides excellent product or services and stands behind their product • Any business, community service group, organization, non-profit organiza9. Tourism Excellence Award Customer Service Award • Maintains good customer4.relationships tion or individual that Award has taken steps this year to reduce their environmental 9.

Tourism Excellence Customer Service Award 10. Young Business Person of the Year Employee of in the Year • 5.

Upholds an active role community impact 10.

Young Business Person of the Year 5.theEmployee of the Year 4. EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR: Criteria: 9. TOURISM EXCELLENCE AWARD: Criteria: • Demonstrates initiative and enthusiasm for the job • Provides and/or promotes an outstanding visitor experience • NOMINATION Performs the job above and beyond expectations and/or provides exemplary • Actively encourages the growth of Quesnel & Area as a destination INFORMATION NOMINATION INFORMATION customer service • Increases the visibility of Quesnel & Area 5. CUSTOMER AWARD: Criteria: 10. YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR: Criteria: Name ofSERVICE Award: _____________________________________________________________________ Name of Award: _____________________________________________________________________ • Consistently provides reliable, friendly customer service • Under the age of 30 • Goes above and beyond to meet customers needs • In a management or supervisory role or part owner of a business Name of Nominee: ____________________________________________________________________ Name of Nominee: ____________________________________________________________________ • Demonstrate excellence, innovation or leadership

Nominee’s Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________________ Nominee’s Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________________

NOMINATION INFORMATION

Nominee’s Phone Number: __________________Email Email Address: ______________________________ Nominee’s Phone Number: __________________ Address: ______________________________

Name of Award: Nominator’s Information Nominator’s Information Name of Nominee: Your name: ________________________________ Your Phone Number: ________________________ Nominee’s Mailing Address: Your name: ________________________________ Your Phone Number: ________________________ Nominee’s Phone Number: E-mail Address: Your Email Address: ____________________________________________________________________ Your Email Address: ____________________________________________________________________ Nominator’s Information Date of Submission: (Month) (Day) 2013 Date of Submission: (Month) (Day) Your name: Your Phone Number: 2013 Your Email Address:Please check one Please check oneNominators Date of submission: (Month) 2013  Information (Day) is to be kept confidential Get your Nominators Information to be kept   Please check one Nominators is information can beconfidential shared with the nominee nominations Nominators information can be shared with the nominee  Nominators information is to be kept confidential ❏ in early!

Nominators Information can be shared with the nominee ❏ Support for nomination – For a nominee to be eligible, all criteria points must be addressed in a detailed description that does not exceed 250 words on a separate sheet of paper. Please remember to Support for nomination – For a nominee to be eligible, all criteria points must be addressed in a give as much detail for the criteria that will showcase your nomination. One form for each category. detailed description thatnominations does notwillexceed 250 words on a separate sheet of paper. Please remember to Incomplete be disqualified.

give as much detail for the criteria that will showcase your nomination. One form for each category.

Incomplete nominations will be disqualified.

Please return nomination forms and support information to the Quesnel Visitor Centre located at 703 Carson Avenue, Quesnel, BC V2J 2B6 or fax to 250-992-2181.

Please return nomination forms and support information to the Quesnel Visitor Centre located at 703 Carson Avenue, Quesnel, BC V2J 2B6 or fax to 250-992-2181.

Deadline for 2013 Nominations is November 15, 2013.

Deadline for 2013 Nominations is November 15, 2013.

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