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West Fraser predicts next few years could be tough AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter Add value, find more fibre.

That was the key message delivered at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon

by West Fraser’s president and CEO, Ted Seraphim.

Seraphim provided au-

dience members with an overview of the industry, the company’s history, their request to government and their strategy for moving forward.

While Seraphim highlighted recovery, he also pointed to the need of fibre and their plea to government surround-

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“We’re exploring possibilities to secure fibre,” he said, adding area-based tenure as part of their suggested solution.

“And we’re focused on adding value with clean energy and

energy conservation.”

Seraphim also highlighted the company’s commitment to their employees and the community.

With 1,400 employees and 500 direct contractors, West Fraser has an investment of $315 million in the Gold Pan City since 2004.

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Add to that “thousands” of hotel rooms booked every year, significant utilization of the Quesnel airport and 30 new vehicle purchases every year and Seraphim said while the company foresees continued difficulty over the next four or five years, they’re “in it for

the long haul.”

But he also highlighted the need for community support; that of their request to move to an area-based tenure based system and being mindful of new business and the potential to impact existing jobs in the industry.

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Twovehicle collision A truck coming down Lewis Drive slid into an oncoming vehicle, last Thursday, Feb. 13 in the afternoon. Icy roads are believed to have been a factor.

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Police investigating three break and enters Police report

Quesnel RCMP are investigating three separate break and enters to local businesses over the weekend.

February 15, at approximately 4:07 a.m., police responded to an alarm at a local industrial business in the 1100 block of Highway 97N. On arrival it was noted that unknown suspects had entered the store illegally and a quantity of chainsaws had been stolen.

A total loss value has not been determined at this time.

February 15, at approximately 5:22 a.m., police responded to an alarm at a local business in the 4000 block of Edwards Road in Kersley.

On arrival it was noted that unknown suspects had entered

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the store illegally and a quantity of alcoholic beverages had been stolen.

A total loss value has not been determined at this time.

Due to similarities in these two break and enters, police believe they may be related.

February 17, at 5:47 a.m., police responded to an alarm at a local business in the 400 block of McLean Street.

On arrival it was noted that unknown suspects had entered the store illegally and a large quantity sunglasses had been stolen.

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Forensic evidence has been seized and police are awaiting analysis.

Information from the public is paramount in this type of investigation.

Police are asking anyone with information to contact the RCMP. If you observed any vehicles at the

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PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING City Council wants to hear from you on Monday, Feb. 24, 2014 Public input for the 2014 Budget takes place on February 24 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall.

This public input session gives residents, businesses and interested organizations an opportunity to share ideas with City Council as part of the budget process. Residents are welcome and encouraged to attend. This would be an excellent opportunity for those residents, businesses and organizations to make a presentation to Council.

Written submissions received prior to the meeting will be copied for Council and the public.

Those presentations will be placed first on the agenda. Those who wish to make verbal submissions may do so, but are asked to limit remarks to five minutes to allow as many people as possible to participate. If you cannot attend a public meeting and wish to provide your input with respect to the budget, please email the Director of Corporate and Financial Services Kari Bolton at kbolton@quesnel.ca.

Council will receive a broad overview of Budget 2014 on February 24 and again, the public is encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to share ideas with City Council. Your views can make a difference when Council discusses important issues at budget time.

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Minister Oakes kicks off Games countdown Provincial MLAs and 2015 Canada Winter Games organizers gathered on the steps of the Legislative Buildings to celebrate the one year countdown to the games in Prince George.

Cariboo North MLA and Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development, Coralee Oakes announced the official Canada Games Roly McLenahan flame and torch relay will begin in Victoria in front of the Parliament Buildings.

The torch will visit several B.C. communities on the way to Prince George and northern British Columbia.

This will be the first time the Canada Winter Games flame will have been in British Columbia.

The Canada Winter Games will be held in

Prince George from Feb. 13 – March 1, 2015.

The games are expected to generate between $70 and $90 million in economic benefits and will leave lasting legacies of new or improved sport infrastructure, thousands of trained volunteers and immeasurable community pride.

The B.C. government has invested more than $11 million in the event, matched by the federal government.

With additional contributions of the Host Society and the City of Prince George, the total budget for the games is approximately $46 million.

“We are one year out from the biggest sporting event northern B.C. has ever hosted: the 2015 Canada Winter Games

in Prince George,” Oakes said.

“These games are for all British Columbians and the torch relay will bring the spirit of the games to communities throughout the province.”

“Well, the countdown is on. In just over a year Prince George and region will welcome Canada to British Columbia,” Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and MLA for Prince GeorgeValemount, Shirley Bond added.

“This is a historic event, the first time that the Canada Winter Games have been held in British Columbia. There is still a lot of work to do and as we celebrate the one year mark we want to encourage people to sign up to volunteer, be a sponsor and get involved.

The games will bring a significant economic benefit to our region as well, with an anticipated return of between 70 and 90 million dollars.”

Quick facts: • The 2015 Canada Winter Games will feature 19 official sports, including Paralympics and Special Olympics competitions.

• More than 3,400 athletes, coaches, staff and officials will participate in the games from over 800 Canadian communities. Up to 4,500 volunteers will be involved.

• More than 10,000 visitors will experience Prince George and northern British Columbia.

• B.C. has previously hosted the 1993 Canada Summer Games (Kamloops) and the 1973 Canada Summer Games

(New Westminster). B.C. has never hosted a Canada Winter Games.

• British Columbia will field a team of approximately 350 athletes, coaches and mission staff. Team BC’s goal is to finish in the top 3 medal count at the Games.

• Team BC finished third behind Quebec and Ontario at the 2011 Canada Winter Games in Halifax, winning its most medals ever at a Canada Winter Games.

• The Canada Games were established in 1967, Canada’s Centennial year.

• 2015 will mark the 25th edition of the Canada Games, the University of Northern British Columbia’s 25th anniversary and the 100th birthday of the City of Prince George.

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CRD hosting budget consultation meetings

The Cariboo Regional District will be hosting three meetings next week as part of the 2014 budget consultation process.

It is important for residents to attend their sub-regional budget consultation

meeting and have the opportunity to provide feedback and suggestions to the CRD’s Board of Directors about the proposed budget and business plans before they receive final adoption. Gold Pan residents can have

their say Tuesday, Feb. 25 – 4-7 p.m.

Presentation at 5:30 p.m. in Quesnel Council Chambers.

The meetings are designed to explain the CRD’s budgets for the services that it provides to Regional District

residents. Traditional Town Hall meetings are now held at the beginning of the budgeting process in September and October.

Once all three meetings have taken place, the presentation will be

posted on the CRD website at cariboord. bc.ca as well as the budget consultation survey. If you cannot attend your local session, please feel free to view the information online and fill out a survey online or return it to

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by March 4, 2014.

Further information is also available by calling 250-392-3351 or toll free at 1-800665-1636.

The Cariboo Regional District currently provides more than 100 local

government services to taxpayers including fire protection, landuse planning, solid waste management, and invasive plant management as ell as access for residents to libraries and recreation facilities.

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Barkerville welcomes new curator to Historic Town Mandy Kilsby brings a wealth of experience to her new position

The Barkerville Heritage Trust is pleased to announce that Mandy Kilsby has been selected as the new curator for Barkerville Historic Town. Originally from the Gold Pan City, Kilsby brings a tremendous amount of in-house expertise to her new role, having worked for the past eight years as curatorial assistant and librarian alongside Barkerville’s previous curator, Bill Quackenbush.

She has an extensive background in collections management, graduate-level research, writing, historical analysis and curatorial handling, documentation and the preservation of museum objects. As a researcher and writer, Kilsby’s subjects have covered national, local and provincial history, as well as historical and contemporary gold mining, genealogy and women’s history.

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Kilsby’s appointment as curator comes at a time of substantial transition for Barkerville. The recent installation of Barkerville’s new chief executive officer, Ed Coleman, this past January following the retirement of former CEO Judy Campbell and the departure of previous curator Bill Quackenbush after 28 years of dedicated service heralds a shift in personnel for the National Historic Site that represents both the continuation of decades of passionate and careful work and an avenue for the exploration of new and exciting ideas that is sure to benefit the organization moving forward.

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Legislation lacking teeth

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s important as the justreleased federal and provincial budgets are to the governments who prepared them, even more important is how that government was chosen in the first place.

Enter the Fair Elections Act, introduced several weeks ago by the federal Conservative government.

Just from the legislation’s title you know there’s trouble, for it would have us believe that something unfair has been going on.

Perhaps one unfair aspect was having Elections Canada, the non-partisan agency charged with overseeing how federal voting and elections are carried out, digging too deep into the use of robo-calls during the last federal election.

Someone used fairly sophisticated computer-driven automatic phoning programs to direct voters away from their intended polling stations in six ridings during the last federal election.

While that someone, a federal court judge subsequently ruled, was not the Conservative party, that someone did have access to a voter database maintained by the Conservatives.

So, yes. Passing legislation to remove the power of inquiry from Elections Canada and hand it to an agency to be appointed by the Conservative government, which is one of many changes being proposed, sounds like a pretty darn fair way to correct something the Conservative government obviously feels is so unfair in the first place. Not. –Autumn MacDonald, Observer

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A more accepting generation

picked my 13-year-old son up from middle school on Valentine’s Day, and among the young teens walking home, I noticed two girls were smiling and holding hands.

“They’re gay,” Sam said when I asked about them.

“They’re dating.”

“Do kids pick on them?” I asked.

“I don’t think so,” he replied.

“Why would they?”

Wow. Things have really changed since I was in the eighth grade.

I explained that back in the old days, when I was in school, if kids were gay they’d do everything they could to hide it, for fear of being ostracized by their peers or possibly shunned by their families.

“That’s stupid,” he said.

“They can’t help who they’re attracted to.”

I wasn’t surprised he felt that way since that’s the type of thing I would say, but to witness the other kids not seeming to care about the two girls comfortable and brave enough to be themselves had me feeling elated.

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On A Brighter Note hand in hand, though?

“I’ve never seen that,” Sam said later when I asked.

“They probably wouldn’t because they’d get bullied.”

“Why?” I asked.

“I don’t know,” he shrugged.

“Most of us like girls.

Maybe it scares some guys when someone’s different.”

“Why wouldn’t lesbians scare them?” I asked.

He wasn’t sure, but his guess was that they could relate to liking girls and weren’t threatened or turned off by the idea of them being together.

“Lesbians might get picked on too,” he said.

“But probably not as much.”

For other reasons as well, there definitely seems to be a higher level of acceptance in our society for homosexual females as

able to live it authentically, without the judgment of others impeding our happiness.

I understand how difficult that can be, especially for young people with all their pressures to fit in and be like everyone else. But it’s when we’re able to embrace our individuality and gain the courage to be ourselves that we have a better chance at a fulfilling and wonderful life. And that applies to anyone, not just the youth, and not just the LGBTQ community.

“This world would be a whole lot better if we just made an effort to be less horrible to one another,” Ellen Page said to a cheering audience.

Sounds easy, doesn’t it? It is if you’re nice.

Live and let live. When we’re old and on our deathbeds, we’ll be happy that we did. Thankfully, the younger generations seem to be embracing this way of thinking and will hopefully continue to become more accepting of other people’s differences.

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opposed to males.

That’s why I found it surprising a couple hours later to see Ellen Page, the beautiful Oscar-nominated Canadian actress making headlines for coming out of the closet. Why was she even in the closet in the first place?

In an emotional eightminute speech at a human rights youth conference for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and/or questioning) the 26-year-old described how she had been affected by the crushing standards of Hollywood and that she was “tired of hiding and lying by omission.“ Her spirit, mental health and relationships had suffered due to her fear of coming out and she now felt a social and personal responsibility to go public.

She said she had learned that the beauty, the joy and even the pain of love “is the most incredible gift to give and to receive as a human being and that we deserve to experience love fully, equally, without shame and without compromise.”

I couldn’t agree more.

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The local arm of the Special Olympics and the RCMP got together for a floor hockey game at Carson school, resulting in a hard fought game and a lot of fun on both sides.

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Joint Planning Committee seeks input on recreation

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e had a meeting of the North Cariboo Joint Planning Committee Tuesday and the community’s future recreation needs were at the top of the list for discussion.

The committee confirmed that its top priority for North Cariboo Recreation and Parks is to replace our aging spectator arena.

This decision follows the strategic planning session held by the Committee last month and the results of the recent telephone survey that indicated that replacing Arena 1 was the community’s highest priority for new

Letters to the Editor

Mary Sjostrom

MAYOR’S MESSAGE or upgraded recreation infrastructure.

The North Cariboo Joint Planning Committee approved moving forward with a community consultation process to obtain input from the community and stakeholder groups regarding the proposed vision for a new arena based on the following

assumptions: • Engineered steel construction with wood architectural elements; • Appropriate multipurpose space to support arena events and programs; • Regulation size ice surface; • Seating capacity of 1200 – 1600; and • Located adjacent to the Twin Arenas The report presented to the Committee on Tuesday was extensive and I would recommend area residents review the report in full. It is available on our website at https://quesnel. civicweb.net/Documents/ DocumentList.

aspx?ID=43643.

This site will bring you to the Committee’s Agenda section. Continue to view the Feb. 11 Agenda and the report under E. NCJPC Staff Reports.

The report outlines in detail cost estimates, project funding available, project scope and rationale, and procurement.

Public and stakeholder consultation will play a large part in moving the project forward and I am pleased that we are planning two open public information meetings on Wednesday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 25.

One of these meetings

will be held downtown and the other will be held in Bouchie Lake.

The meeting venues have not yet been confirmed so stay tuned. Mark these dates on your calendar please.

We also plan to hold five stakeholder group meetings which will include arena users, arts, business, industry and seniors.

Dates and venues for these meetings will be confirmed in the next few days.

Feedback forms will be made available to the public to provide their direct input on the proposed project and will be available at all of these

meetings, in addition to being available at the arena, Arts and Recreation Centre, City Hall, Cariboo Regional District offices and the library starting March 5.

The feedback form will also be available online as of March 5.

The results of the public consultation process will be provided to the Joint Planning Committee at its regular meeting April 8.

If you have a question for Mayor Mary Sjostrom, please 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.

Letters and emails must include full name and contact phone number and should be 250 words or less. The editor reserves the right to edit submissions for clairity, brevity and legality.

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B.C. budget balanced, tobacco tax up TOM FLETCHER Black Press

Finance Minister Mike de Jong unveiled B.C.’s second straight surplus budget Tuesday, with few spending and tax changes as the province plans for economic growth driven by natural gas exports.

The biggest tax change is that provincial tobacco tax goes up 32 cents a pack April 1, on top of the latest federal increase of 40 cents a pack. B.C.’s share is expected to generate another $50 million and de Jong said a “significant portion” of that will be used to develop smoking prevention efforts in partnership with the Canadian Cancer Society.

Provincial funding for K-12 education continues at 2013 levels, as the government pursues an appeal of a court decision that could add hundreds of millions to school district costs. The budget includes a $300 million contingency fund this year, rising to $400 million next year, to cover anticipated costs in labour and other areas such as forest fires.

The budget touts investments in trade skills training, with shop projects at Camosun College, Okanagan College and NorKam Secondary in Kamloops. But the largest capital project is a new campus for Emily Carr College of Art and Design in Vancouver and operating spending on colleges and institutes is projected to fall by $5 million in the coming year.

De Jong said the “re-engineering” of B.C.’s skills training programs referred to in last week’s throne speech is getting underway and a new $1,200 education savings grant for children born in 2007 or later is being delivered starting this year.

The government expects to end the current year with an

Finance Minister Mike de Jong says lack of job growth in the past two years is disappointing, but government is continuing its emphasis on natural gas and trade.

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operating surplus of $175 million, rising to $184 million next year, which de Jong said is mainly a result of spending discipline. B.C. and Saskatchewan are the only provinces to balance budgets this year and the three western provinces remain the only ones with a triple-A credit rating.

B.C.’s personal income tax rates remain the lowest of any province, but the budget announced another four per cent increase in Medical Services Plan

premiums for next year. That makes increases totalling more than 30 per cent over the past five years.

Taxpayer-supported debt rises to more than $43 billion in the coming fiscal year, climbing to $45.5 billion by 2016-17.

About $11 billion of next year’s burden is operating debt left by a string of deficit.

Total provincial debt, including selfsupported debt held

by BC Hydro and other agencies, grows from $64.7 billion this year to $68.9

billion three years from now.

B.C. pays $2.5 billion a year to service debt, or four cents for each revenue dollar.

To generate the resource wealth Premier Christy Clark has promised will pay off B.C.’s debt, the budget describes a two-tier income tax on liquefied natural gas exports 1.5 per cent and up to seven per cent.

LNG production companies would pay the lower rate to start, with most or all of it repaid by an investment tax credit until their capital costs have been recovered. Rates are to be confirmed with legislation in the fall.

No revenues from LNG are expected until 2017, and in the first three years, producers would recover income tax through a credit that continues until their capital investment is paid off.

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as Vegas has something for everyone and every visit can be different! I am planning a visit to Las Vegas this spring as this is really a great time to see Vegas. It is getting warmer but not reaching the 100 degree temperatures of the summer. The pools are also starting to open and the hotel prices are competitive.

My last visit to Las Vegas was also in the spring and with a friend who was seeing it for the first time.

We stayed at Planet Hollywood in an Aliens themed room – and once I got over pictures of Sigourney Weaver fighting aliens at every turn, it really was pretty nice!

Amazing that while staying on the 10th floor, we still heard the music from the street. It did get quiet by 11 p.m. but, then of course, who goes to Las Vegas to sleep!

First on my friend’s list of things to do and see was the Hoover Dam. We booked a tour that included a stop at the famous Las Vegas sign and while it might seem a little cheesy was actually kind of fun! When we reached the Hoover Dam it was such a spectacular day we decided to forgo the tour of the turbines for a beautiful walk over the dam itself.

We marvelled at this amazing feat of engineering and the fact it was built in the

1930’s when nothing had ever been built like it before.

While at the dam, we were approached by the tour operator – he had two seats left on a helicopter tour of the dam at a reduced price and would we be interested! Well there were a few minutes of crazy looks to each other when my friend and I said “we’re in.”

Never having been in a helicopter before, we really didn’t know what to expect. I sat next to the pilot in the middle – my friend on the other side. Following safety guidelines and donning the head sets, we were ready to go. There was a glass bottom below our feet. A crazy feeling and one of the most memorable experiences ever – surprisingly quiet and magical as we soared and dipped while flying over the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. Las Vegas has great shopping.

The Miracle Mile Shops are attached to Planet Hollywood and the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace not too far away. But we really enjoyed the outlet malls; there is one to the north and one south. To save us extra money for shopping, we used the bus – the Deuce – which goes up and down the strip. We even took it down to Fremont Street – the last remnants of old Las Vegas. The bright

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Annie Gallant Lifestyles Editor

Our history

The Quesnel and District Museum and Archives house an impressive collection that chronicles the changes and growth of the community. Since its doors opened in 1963, two additions have been made so that the museum’s collection is displayed throughout three galleries.

Exhibits feature many of the early businesses, the predominant industries of mining, agriculture and forestry and room settings, providing a glimpse of an earlier lifestyle.

Come and meet the people of the Cariboo.

See the remarkable

collection of portraits taken by C. D. Hoy and C.S. Wing in the early twentieth century, which provide a unique record of the strong personalities of the First Nations, Chinese and European settlers who resided in the area.

The multicultural character of the community was further enriched with the growth of the Indo-Canadian community in the middle of the last century.

Representatives of each of these communities tell their stories through short videos and interactive QR codes integrated into the exhibits.

The Friends of the Library (FoL) was formed in 2007 and incorporated in 2010. The goals of the FoL are: to have the library be a focal point of the community and a centre of learning and education; and to represent the community as an advisory and advocacy group.

The FoL is a small group which raises funds through an annual used book sale, memberships and grants.

Our annual general meeting will be held in March this year and we meet occasionally through the year to plan projects, programs and activities.

In the past, the FoL has provided library carts for the use of patrons when they are selecting books, a wall-hung screen in the activity room and a Learning Tree mural painted in the children’s area.

Also, in past years the FoL

Children love to scare each other with tales of “Mandy, the Haunted Doll”, go on scavenger hunts, dress up in pioneer clothing and try out the equipment in our Discovery Place.

With more than 1,300 photographs, 100 recorded interviews, manuscripts and documentary files, the archives offers a wealth of material for researchers.

Additionally, the Cariboo Observer, our local paper, has been digitized, making more than 100 years of local history easy to search at www.quesnelmuseum.ca.

The museum provides

has brought in a number of speakers/presenters (local community members) to talk on a wide variety of subjects and has, as well, presented National Film Board documentaries.

The FoL is permitted use of the Library Activity Room every Thursday (except during the summer) and uses this area for meetings, presentations and sponsors a: The Yarn Club, who meets several Thursdays monthly commencing at 1 p.m.; The Book Club, who meets the third Thursday monthly at noon,with actual dates marked on the white board located in the library near the computer desks.

Membership fee is $10; students/seniors $5. To contact the FoL, call Maureen Murray at 250-992-6298.

education programs for schools in addition to popular public programs such as walking tours and the Heritage Speaker Series.

The ‘Gold as Gold’ gift shop offers a large selection of books, Quesnel clothing, jewelry, souvenirs, toys and locally made crafts. The Friends of the Museum used book sale, held the first Saturday in May, is an annual event not to be missed. Both benefit museum programming.

New to the museum is a series of QR codes within our exhibits which allow visitors to explore our heritage through

a smart phone or one of our ‘loaner’ tablets.

These interactive codes allow visitors to view video footage, archival materials, photographs and hear pioneers tell their stories.

We are also upgrading our forestry display.

Come and see how the industry has changed from the days of horse loggers and small independent mills to the present day large scale pulp and paper and sawmill operations that dominate our skyline.

Additionally, we will be presenting the stories of the women of Cariboo through images and

artifacts in an upcoming exhibit.

Summer hours: May 18 – Sept. 1, 2014, daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Fall hours: September, Tuesday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Winter hours: October – May, Wednesday – Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The Museum and Archives is located at 705 Carson Ave. on Highway 97 at the south entrance to downtown Quesnel.

Contact the website, www.quesnelmuseum. ca, by phone at 250-9929580, email ehunter@ quesnel.ca or look for us on Facebook.

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Lifestyles

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hy do you relay?

Why don’t you relay? This is a question I want you to think about. Let me tell you my reason for being a part of Relay For Life. I believe life is full of unexpected twists and turns – nobody can escape it.

It can feel like life is against you sometimes and for a moment, you feel helpless. What I choose to do it, though, is to turn those wounds into lessons, into sharing my experience with others and being of service. Relay For Life is an amazing event where we all step up and do something about this disease, not just for ourselves, but also for each other.

The day is about more. It is about believing that there will be an end to the storm.

When you are fighting cancer or watching someone you love fight, life is never the same. There will be days that make you question yourself,

that make you feel like you’re losing your battle. Your heart will break and life may prove too hard. This day is about remembering those we have lost to cancer, those still fighting and celebrating those who have survived. It is part of who they are, a part of who you are. It is a day to be proud of your scars and overcoming every bump in the road.

Relay For Life means so many things. For everyone, it is something different. Maybe for you it is a day to recognize you are alive, that you have so many possibilities within your reach. Maybe it is a day where you remember the person you were, fighting for a better day – where you look at your scars and think, oh, so beautiful. It is living proof that you have lived.

Maybe it is a day where you are fighting for someone who you wish wasn’t. Maybe it’s a day where you look around

Ivana Topic

Cancer Clips and see the hundreds of people around you and know the one person you wish were there, will never come.

I relay because of the individuals who struggle in ways that I will never understand. I relay to celebrate with those who celebrate the small victories I may take for granted, the celebrations that are much different than mine.

I relay because despite all of our differences, we all come together in the same moment.

Relay has taught me that people will come into your life and teach you something you never knew possible –

that an individual’s ability to survive and overcome will surprise you. I have learned that who I am today has to do with the people I met along the way.

At the end of the day, whether you have done Relay For Life many times, or once, or never, it’s a day where new lessons are always learned.

It’s a day where we show kindness, where our actions speak louder than our words.

It’s a day filled with love, not judgements or expectations.

Relay For Life is May 24 at LeBourdais Park.

If you would like to register, please register online at www.relaybc.ca. or by filling out a form which you can get by calling the number below.

If you have any questions or concerns, call at 250-2554506. I hope to see you there.

Ivana Topic is a volunteer with Canadian Cancer Society, Quesnel Unit and regular Observer columnist.

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Community Calendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS MONDAY ANGER MANAGEMENT CLASSES are back for a short period of time at no cost to you. Classes will run for the months of February and March. Classes are held in the evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Monday – Thursday over a two-week period. Depending on numbers, the classes will be held for either females or males only, no mixed groups. To register, call Victim Services at 250-992-3380.

THURSDAY COME FOR BANNOCK TACOS, in support of the

Gathering Our Voices Trip, Feb. 20, 12 p.m. Quesnel Tillicum Society. For more info contact Naomi Alec, 250992-8347.

CARIBOO SKI TOURING CLUB PRESENTS ELLESMERE LIGHT a presentation by adventurer John Dunn, Feb. 20, 7 p.m., Chuck Mobley Theatre, Advanced tickets, $10/person available at Rocky Peak Adventure Gear on Reid Street or $12 at the door.

VOICE FOR NORTHERN CARIBOO SENIORS monthly meeting, Feb. 20, 2 p.m., Quesnel

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BILLY BARKER DAYS SOCIETY MEETING Feb. 20, 5:30 p.m. in room N212 at CNC. Everyone Welcome.

Contact Maureen Murray, 250-9926298 if you have any questions.

SATURDAY QUESNEL LIONS MONTHLY GARAGE SALE, Feb. 22 (the last Saturday of every month) at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hot dogs and coffee will be available.

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The show runs until April 1.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATION March 8, 1 – 4 p.m., lounge, arts and rec centre, FREE. Everyone welcome, program include guest speakers, video clips and more. Refreshments will be served.

Door prizes. For information contact

Bernice Heinzelman, 250-747-1727.

OPEN MIC NIGHT, March 8, Elks Hall, all ages welcome, 7 – 11 p.m., sponsored by RCMA, everyone welcome to play/sing or listen/dance, $5/ person, max $15/ family, RCMA members free, memberships available, for information contact Russ, 2560-9923452.

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ONGOING EVENTS SENIORS ADVOCACY SERVICE hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 11 a.m.

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Sandwich board on sidewalk means a consultant is in to serve you.

EXODUS 4:10 TOASTMASTERS meet Thursdays.

Meetings are 7 p.m., in multi-purpose room at Northstar Church, use lower

parking lot. For details call Rose, 250992-9520 or Pam, 250-992-5752.

QUESNEL ELKS HALL available for rentals call Ralph Scott, 250-747-8566.

Meetings and Special Events, Workshops, Signups and Non-profit Groups will run in the Sunday or Wednesday edition. The deadline for the Wednesday Observer is Monday at noon, and the deadline for the weekend edition is Wednesday at 5 pm. All meeting notices and regular submissions to Community Calendar must be renewed every three months. Due to the volume of material, we clear the column every three months and only print newly submitted material.

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Celebrating Valentines Day on the button JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter

Curlers deliver, sweep and shout in an effort to mimic the average North American romantic realtionship whilst curling.

Jonas Gagnon photos

There's nothing more romantic than celebrating Valentines Day by jumping between the sheets with a team of people.

So, to that end, curlers gathered to enjoy their Valentines Day at the curling club at the annual Valentines Day Bonspiel.

Through the event, the legions of curlers were whittled down until only

six teams stood head and shoulders above the rest.

In the Design Flooring A event, the Lori Freeman rink stunned the Vic Lebanc rink by scoring six in the first end. Leblanc, facing five with his last rock, ticked the guard and Freeman had an open draw for six. With their strong showing, the Leblanc rink won, 9-2 after four ends.

In the Cariboo Fire Protection B event, the Brady Waffle and Eric Eriksson were vying for every point,

Gymnastics

Technically amazing Quesnel played host to regional gymnasts seeking to go to provincials at the Quesnel Technics Gymnastics Club’s Gold Pan Invitational and provincials qualifier, Feb. 7 – 8.

More than 100 gymnasts came from around the region, including Prince George, Fort St. John, Williams Lake and of course, Quesnel.

The QTGC fielded an array of athletes, from neophytes who were competing for the first time to seasoned professionals.

The coaches were impressed by the performances of both those that had been there before and the new gymnasts, with many of the veterans qualifying for provincials.

From the club, Madison Moore, Jessica Higgins, Emily Gorder, Alyssa Schneider, Presley Kitamura, Haley Lattman, Taya Mueller and Isaac Woollends all qualified and will be attending the B.C. Provincial Championships in Kamloops in March.

The local gymnasts also did quite well in each of their categories.

The young ones impressed the home town crowd with

glittering performances.

In Gymstart Level 2, Courtney Kitamura received gold in skills and gold in physical abilities. Ava Aracki received silver on skills and silver in physical abilities.

Amelia Cassidy received silver in skills and bronze on physical abilities.

In Gymstart Level 1, Brianne Taylor, Bree-Anna McCarthy, Emily Mooreside and Amber Dewald received gold in skills and silver in Physical Abilities.

Alexis Hunter received silver in skills and bronze in Physical Abilities.

The provincial level athletes dominated in many of their categories.

For the provincial level 3 tyro athletes, Jessica Higgins, Emily Gorder, and Alyssa Schneider were first, second, and third all-around, respectively.

Madison Moore was second all-around in Provincial Level 3 Novice.

Provincial Level 2 Argo: gymnast Presley Kitamura was second all-around in her category.

Haley Lattman was fourth all-around in Provincial Level 2 Tyro.

Provincial Level 2 Novice: Taya Mueller was third AllAround.

In Provincial Level 1 Argo, Amelia Cassidy, Emily Mooreside, and Bree-Anna McCarthy were fourth, fifth and sixth all-around, respectively.

Provincial Level 1 Tyro B athlete Sydney Williams took seventh all-around in her category.

In Provincial Level 1 Tyro A, Danielle Gamache was sixth All-Around.

Provincial Level 1 Novice gymnast Sierra Moore was fifth all-around in her category.

Local high school students competed in the meet as well.

High School Level 4 gymnast Jadyn Makeiff took fourth allaround in her category.

In High School Level 3, two Quesnel girls sat atop, with Alexis Wright taking first all-around and Taylor Dotto taking third All-Around.

Taylor O’Flynn was fourth all-around in High School Level 2.

In the Men’s Competition, Provincial Level 2, Isaac Woollends was first AllAround.

Presley Kitamura (above) and Emily Gorder (right) perform at the Quesnel Technics Gymnastics Club last weekend.

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tied 2-2 after two ends. Waffle drew against four in the third for a single, then stole two in the fourth for a 5-2 lead and held on for an 8-5 win.

In the Quesnel River Pulp C event the Blair Hedden rink pulled away from the Brent Hodgson rink in the first half, moving up 4-2 midway through, then stole one more in the fifth. The two rinks traded points in the sixth and seventh before Hedden ran Hodgson out of rocks in the eighth for a 6-3 win.

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Painting Hallis Lake red More than 100 students from local elementary schools as well as representatives from Prince George and Williams Lake joined in the 32nd Annual Elementary Ski Tournament at Hallis Lake.

While all skiers competed for School

Individual Classic

Mad Dash Heat Sprint

Team Relay

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medals in the different age categories of four different races, Quesnel schools were vying for one of the top three school trophies and out of town teams competed for the gold pan.

School results are below.

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Waves in William Lake This past weekend, the Waveriders took a team of 19 to compete in Williams Lake for the final short-course meet of the season, netting some hardware and new personal bests.

"I'm so impressed with their technical swimming – every single one of them went above and beyond," coach Jerrit Brink said.

"We got a lot of wins but its how the swimmers executed them that I'm most thrilled with."

The age groups for most events were: eight and under, nine, ten, 11-12 and 13 and over, which made it pretty tough for the 13/14 year-old swimmers who were often competing against 16-17 year-olds. It didn't really matter, however, because they always swim for personal bests.

Highlights of the weekend for the Waveriders were the 200 IM, where several swimmers were trying to break the four-minute time standard that would allow them to enter more meets in the province; also the 400 Free where several swimmers set a goal to beat the eight-minute mark; and finally the 100 IM showdown, which the older swimmers had to qualify for by being in the top six times for their age groups in the 200 IM on Saturday. The 100 IM showdown was called out by an announcer and the crowd absolutely thundered for every one of these races.

Gavin Currie, eight, came in second in 200 Breast and First

in 100 Breast and 50 Free. She also came 5th in the 400 Free for 10 and under and sixth in 200 Back. She reached the goals in the 200 IM and 400 free and got three personal bests.

Grace Currie, 11, was in the top ten for four of her races.

She reached the goals in the 200 IM and 400 free and got four personal best times.

Brianna Forster, 11, was competing for the first time and she came 11 in the 50 Free and 18 in the 100 Breast for 11-12 year old girls.

Natasha Hanson, 13, came third in her 50 Free and second in 200 Breast and the 100 IM showdown. She was also top six in three other events.

Darby O'Hara, 10, was in the top 8 of all 10 year-olds for all of her races. She reached the goals in the 200 IM and 400 Free and she got two personal bests.

Boroka Peter, seven, was in events that put her in the 10 and under category only. She came in 9th in the 200 breast and sixth in 200 Free.

Emerie Watson, 12, was fourth in the 200 Breast, third in 100 Breast, second in the 100 IM showdown and the 200 IM and first in 50 Free, 400 Free and 200 Back. She also qualified for another AA time in the 200 Back.

Emerie also got four personal bests.

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Gordon & Linda Watts 2125 lb butcher bulls topped to 106.50. Iris Witte saw her 1480 lb butcher cows top 86.00. Well today was 85.00.

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February 16 - 22, 2014 ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you want more than you can acquire this week and your desires may lead you astray. It is important to exercise self-restraint, even if you get a thrill from living on the edge.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, make a concerted effort to improve your focus in the weeks ahead. There is much to lose if you cannot tackle the tasks at hand, particularly at the workplace.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, it’s unlike you to slow down, so don’t be surprised when friends start looking at you curiously after you take your foot off the gas. Your free spirited nature will soon return.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, find a routine that works for you and then stick with it. There is no need to reinvent the wheel, and when actions become automatic, you can focus on other things.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 A need for attention could get the better of you, Leo. A little humility goes a long way and can alter others’ perceptions of you. You may end up being seen in a more positive light.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you can differentiate between right and wrong, but your judgement might be off this week. Rely on your intuition, but don’t make any big decisions without first thinking carefully.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, it may seem like you are being led astray by one thing after another, when all you want is to focus on one task at a time. Find a way to block out any and all distractions.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, work on a creative project with a sweetheart or friend early in the week. Ideas will flow easily and your imaginations will soar together. It is a productive pairing.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 This is not your week to mix love and money, Sagittarius. In fact, keep the two as separate as possible, and exercise caution before lending anyone money.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you want to play outside of the rules this week. You normally like to follow a relatively traditional course, so this catches others off guard.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 You don’t always have the patience to stick with the same routine, Aquarius. That means others cannot expect you to conform to their whims if they want you as a friend.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, you may need to sacrifice some security for a chance to have a memorable experience. Do something out of the ordinary.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS FEBRUARY 23 - Emily Blunt, Actress (31) FEBRUARY 24 - Jaymi Hensley, Singer (24) FEBRUARY 25 - Rashida Jones, Actress (38) FEBRUARY 26 - Michael Bolton, Singer (61) FEBRUARY 27 - Josh Groban, Singer (33) FEBRUARY 28 - Gavin Macleod, Actor (83) MARCH 1 - Alan Thicke, Actor (67)

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ith only five games remaining in the season, several questions remain unanswered in the 20th chapter of the FHL manuscript.

The latest page revealed that BCS and Serenity remain in the throes of an epic battle for first with Bear and GM languishing in third and fourth.

Week 19 scores included BCS defeating Bear 3-1 as Bear’s Doug (Holy) Mack (inaw) snapped his Brother-in-law, (Magic) Mike Enemark’s shutout bid as time wound down with an extra attacker on the ice.

Shooting star for BCS was Budd (Crash) Carter who scored the winner and also added a pair of assists.

The other Steve Dodge contest saw PAPERBACK WRITER GM’s woes continue as they battled hard, but were on the wrong end of a 2-1 final thanks to a pair from Serenity’s Kevin (Pile Driver) Pethic.

Week 20 saw a record low attendance by Serenity as they had to be lent a skater to field a team only to be beaten 5-4 by Bear.

Heroic efforts were put in by Bears Ian (Heartbreaker) Hannah with a natural hattrick and one assist as Lee (Nitro) Naeth notched a goal and a trio of mind-bending helpers.

Jumping into a first place tie with Serenity was Blue Collar who got two goal games from Chris (Crown) Royle and Jason (Junior) Johnson in a 6-4 victory over GM. Despite their current nine-game skid, (Corporal) Colin Keis, (Colonel) Kevin Hesslegrave and (General) Glen Boudreau, who combined for 8 points, remain steadfast that their platoon will make the playoffs.

This week in Season 8 (2001): Gold defeated Red 6-4 as (Mighty) Mike Legere and (Marvellous) Marvin Fox kept the scored tied at one at Zamboni time thanks to several scintillating saves. Red was powered to a 2nd half lead by Jack (Flack Jacket) Wallis and Kevin (Spaceman) Turley but it was Trevor (Gene) Pool who scored the empty-net clincher for the eventual Lumber Cup Champion Gold Group.

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Past Volunteer Citizens of the Year - Rev. Gary Landers - (1980) - Mac Grady - (1981) - Margot Rose - (1982) - Marie Weldon - (1983) - Cathy Walsh - (1984) - Joan Huxley - (1985) - Frank Hennessey - (1986) - Ruth Scoullar - (1987) - June Wall - (1988) - Grace Steele - (1989) - Helen Kuhn - (1990) - Susan Maile - (1991) - Mel Dunleavey - (1992) - John McKelvie - (1993) - Betty Motherwell - (1994) - John Pritchard - (1995) - Gloria Lazzarin - (1996) - Jack Nelson - (1997) - Vera Peever - (1998) - Doreen O’Brien - (1999) - Stan Phillips - (2000) - Helen Flynn - (2001) - Ron Silver - (2002) - Bob Zimmerman - (2003) - Marie Skinner - (2004) - Gus Cameron - (2005) - Grant & Gerry Knauf - (2006) - Marion Gordon - (2007) - Carol Weremy - (2008) - Lynne Wright - (2009) - Dianne Greenwood - (2010) - Liz Miller - (2011) - Jean Stimpson - (2012)

Lifetime Achievement Awards - Janice Butler - (2010) - Cathy Heinzelman - (2010) - Bev Pontius - (2010) - Peter Couldwell - (2011) - Ron Paull - (2012)

Silent Hero Awards 2012 Jean Gelinas Jean Muir Gene Pascuzzo

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Nominees for the Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the year will: • Have contributed to the betterment of the community in a fashion that you feel is desirable and beneficial to all.

• Have contributed in a positive manner in the areas of business, government, social improvement, community service, cultural arts, religion, youth work or any other area of activity that you feel contributes to a better community.

• Have lived in Quesnel, or area, for at least the past calendar year.

• Have signed the Nomination form in agreement to let his/her name stand, as there is a time commitment for the award winner, including committee meetings and various community events.

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• Nominations packages must be received no later than 4 p.m. Friday, March 21, 2014: In Person: Attn: R. Hartley; Front Desk; City Hall, 410 Kinchant St., Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5 Attn: T. Roberts; Quesnel Cariboo Observer, 188 Carson Ave., Quesnel, B.C. V2J 2A8 Via Mail: Attn: R. Hartley, City Hall, 410 Kinchant St., Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5 Via Fax: 250-991-7496 Via Email: rhartley@quesnel.ca

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Finishing strong From A13 Luca Armstrong, eight, was top five in all of his events. He came in third in 100 Breast, second in 100 Free and first in 50 Free and 100 Back.

He reached the goal for the 400 Free. He also got three personal bests.

Sonny Cervienka, 16, was top three in all of his events. He came third in 100 Fly, second in 50 Free, and first in 100 Free, 200 Free, 100 Breast and 200 Breast.

Sonny got four personal bests.

Garnet Currie, 13, came second in 100 Breast and first in 100 Fly, 200 IM and the 100 IM showdown.

He got three personal bests.

Harrison Fillion, 12, - swam in his first meet ever and was in the top ten for all of his events. He came first in 200 Free and he reached the sub-8 minute goal for 400 Free.

Keldon Forster, nine, also did his first meet ever and came in 4th in 50 Free.

Logan Godsoe, 11, was in the top 10 in all of his events. He came second in 50 Free and first in 100 Free. He had only competed in two of his events previously, and got personal best times in each of them.

He reached the goal for the 400 Free time.

Austin Novak, 8, was in the top six for all of his events. He reached the goal for the 400 free time. He came second in 100 Breast and first in 100 Free. He had two personal best times.

Braden Novak, six, came seventh in the 50 free for eight and under.

Ryley O'Hara, 11, was top 10 in four of his events. He came seventh in 50 Free and 200 Back. He reached the goal in the 400 Free.

Seth Reddemann, ten, was top five in all of his events. He came in third in 100 Free and 400 Free, and first in 100 Breast. He also reached the 400 Free goal.

Brad Swyers, 14,

was top seven in all of his events. He came in third in 100 and 200 Breast. He got three personal bests.

Billy Swyers, 10,

was top three in all of his events. He came third in 50 Free, second in 400 Free, 200 Back and 100 IM and first in 100 Free

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Automotive Technician - Quesnel Career wheels spinning but getting nowhere? Put yourself in the driver’s seat and get some traction with Fountain Tire!

With over 50 years of experience in the tire and mechanical service industry, we know what we’re doing and we do it well! Our longstanding success is because of the people that have chosen a career with us.

Here’s who we’re looking for. Does this sound like you?

- Reliable, motivated and driven to deliver quality workmanship and a superior customer experience.

- Continuously looking to learn and use new skills.

- Value a strong team-based workplace.

- Flexible, patient, and calm when working with tight schedules.

- Focused on meeting goals and targets.

Your duties will include : Diagnose, repair and complete approved service on customer vehicles as described in work orders and the mechanical inspection form using computerized diagnostic equipment and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate vehicle problems.

Advise customers and Associates on work performed, general vehicle condition, and future repair requirements Maintain mechanical service equipment on a regularly scheduled basis.

Operate company and customer vehicles in a clean and safe manner; use proper barriers to maintain vehicle cleanliness, and ensure equipment and loads in company vehicles are safely secured for transportation.

Support customer relationships by responding to customer inquiries.

What does it take to get on track?

Completion of a four-year automotive service technician apprenticeship program.

Interprovincial Red Seal Certification would be considered an asset.

Strong knowledge of automotive industry and skills required to provide mechanical service to our customers.

Commitment to providing a superior customer experience.

Strong knowledge and appreciation for safe work environment and completion of WHIMIS and other safety courses provided by Fountain Tire.

Demonstrated initiative in recognizing opportunities for improvement and efficiency.

Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and provide a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract from province of residence.

Basic computer skills to successfully complete required learning and safety courses and achieve certification where required.

Ability to consistently lift 25 kilograms.

At Fountain Tire, you’d have a great place to work—competitive wages, competitive benefit package, a manager with a large support network, and the chance to learn and grow.

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Please bring resumes to Super Suds, 488 McLean St. Quesnel BC. Ulysses Restaurant has immediate openings for servers & cooks. Apply in person @ 122 Barlow Ave. WE have an immediate opening for a dynamic fireplace salesperson for our busy store in Vernon. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience in the fireplace industry, in either the retail or building sector, be comfortable in dealing with homeowners and contractors alike,and possess the drive and determination needed to excel in a fast paced environment. We offer an excellent starting salary and commission structure,as well as benefits and RRSP plan.

If interested in this position please reply in confidence to Bob.anderson@hbcvernon.ca YOUNG’S Mills (1980) Ltd Logging Contractor in Chetwynd BC is looking for: - Log Truck Drivers - Owner/Operator Logging Trucks - Cut-ToLength (16’) Full Medical and Dental Benefits and Accommodations available Email: dwan@live.ca Phone: 250788-6093 Fax Resume & Drivers Abstract to: Attn DWAN: 250-788-2848

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Exc. Compensation Based On Experience.

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Volunteers

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.

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ICBC Claims Centre Quesnel is hiring an experienced Estimator with collision repair industry training. Responsibilities include assessing damage to vehicles and reviewing / discussing the estimate and repair process with customers & collision repair facilities. Must have clean BC Drivers License & Trade Cert. Please go to ICBC.com and apply today

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Atlantic Power Corporation (APC) is looking for a motivated and safety oriented Plant Engineer at our William Lake Power Plant.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Plant Engineer will receive daily work direction from the Operations Shift Engineers. Responsibilities will include: performing plant cleanup duties; assisting Operations crews, as required; assisting Maintenance crews as required; and other duties as assigned.

This is an entry level position, subject to taking inhouse progressive training to learn basic operations and maintenance skills. The Plant Engineer is expected to possess their )ourth Class Power Engineering CertiÀcate and is expected to participate in a progression program that includes rotating into a shift work environment.

The successful candidate possesses a Grade 12 diploma (or G.E.D). Prior industrial or Power Engineering experience is recommended. Possession of a valid BC Driver’s license is required. Heavy equipment (dozer and loader) operating experience is an asset. Standard First Aid and Safety Training is an asset. You have a proven track record for teamwork and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be in good physical health to meet the demands of the position, and will be required to take safety and job related training.

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COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA Quesnel Campus The College of New Caledonia is looking to fill the following positions:

NURSING INSTRUCTOR - Health Care Assistant Program The CNC Quesnel campus is looking for 2 part-time instructors to deliver the 10 month Health Care Assistant Program (previously Home Support/Resident Care Program). A university degree in nursing or related health sciences is required.

Previous experience working in the residential care and home support fields, or experience in the public or community health field. Previous teaching experience would be considered an asset and preference will be given to applicants who have experience teaching Aboriginal students or working in Aboriginal organizations.

MILLWRIGHT PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR The Quesnel campus is looking for an instructor to teach in the Millwright program.

Successful completion of a two-year probationary period will result in an on-going appointment. The successful candidate must have an Interprovincial Trades Qualification in the Millwright trade. Minimum of five years’ experience as a Millwright Journeyperson. Preference will be given to those candidates who are currently in the trade, who have proven teaching and/or supervisory experience.

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Real Estate

Rentals

Employment

Employment

Employment

Houses For Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

Help Wanted

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WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr.

Lovely 2006 double wide modular home in a gated community, 3 BR, 2 full baths, great kitchen, and bright open layout. Quick poss. Perfect if you’re looking to downsize or just starting out at $119,900 . #4403

Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.

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Two beautiful parcels, approx. 5 ac. ea., with tremendous views of Bouchie Lake and miles beyond.

Several great building sites offering the stunning views and complete privacy. $54,500.00 each #4167 & #4168 Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.

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Adult Orientated Call 250-992-8949

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.

Duplex / 4 Plex Quality reno’d 3bdr apt in North Quesnel approx.

1100sqft suitable for mature, working person/couple or for seniors, n/s, n/p, references required, 830.00/month + utilities (250) 992-5992 WQ Reno’d 2bdrm. in 4-Plex. $750/mo. Includes Heat. NQ 1bdrm. in Tri-Plex. $650/mo.

Includes Heat & Hydro. Excellent locations. (250)249-5543

Mobile Homes & Pads 2011 Modular Home For Rent non smokers, non partiers, no pets, $1200/mo.

Call (250)747-3298

Real Estate CARIBOO PLACE 1 bedroom 1 Bath. cls. to hospital & amens. $55,000 604-808-1171

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

Homes for Rent For Rent 2Bdrm Mobile home on private lot. Sundeck & storage. $750/mo. Call (250)9927625

Office/Retail

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

Office space avail @ Fraserview medical building next to hospital. Suitable for professional offices: medical, legal, accounting and other consulting business. Please call Ideal Properties (250) 992-5992

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Bright, updated 2Bdrm. Appt. in Creekside.

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OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Expression of Interest for Future Positions Quesnel Employment Services is looking to interview applicants for future projected openings as Case Managers.

Job Summary: Case managers provide assistance and information to clients on all aspects of career planning and employment search. The case manager and client work together to identify vocational choices, increase skills and competencies and develop and implement a mutually agreed upon Action Plan that is based on the client’s needs. They assist clients to obtain employment through individual support and appropriate referrals. They keep accurate records, statistics and provide reports as required.

Duties and Responsibilities: • Implement a client centered approach to activities.

• Case management and employment counselling as required assisting clients to obtain employment.

• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated skills in Windows, Word, Excel and Internet usage skills, database management.

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Experience working with clients to meet their employment goals is an asset.

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To Apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and professional references to Quesnel Employment Services (WorkBC) at 100-488 McLean Street, Quesnel, BC V2J 2P2.

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Transportation

Room & Board

Cars - Domestic

Available March 1. Prefer working male. Call 250-9923548 or 250-983-2614

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As soon as you sit inside the Ford Focus ST cabin, you’re embraced by Recaro sport seats that hug you and don’t let go.

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Alexandra Straub

Yes, you can buy fun cars for under 30 grand.

A few weeks ago, I recommended five fun coupes for singles, whose base prices didn’t start with a three.

Readers demanded more so here are five more cars that are a little easier on the wallet in purchase and operation.

Disclaimer, you don’t have to be single and willing to mingle to fall in love with these vehicles. In fact, some of them are family friendly.

No really, they are.

Ford Focus ST- $29,999 Hot hatch? I think so.

Ford’s Focus ST (ST meaning Sports Technologies) is quite the exciting ride.

As soon as you sit inside the Ford Focus ST cabin, you’re embraced by Recaro

sport seats that hug you and don’t let go. There’s a six-speed manual gearbox that’s then connected to a 2.0L High-Output EcoBoost I-4 engine.

The high-output engine puts out 252 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. Yes, that’s a herd of horses under the hood, but driving this sport-tuned version of ST is actually quite agreeable in the city.

Chevrolet Sonic RS $23,995 The Sonic RS Hatchback might not be the first choice of “performance” vehicle on your list, but that doesn’t mean it couldn’t be added.

This five-door has some cool features like: a unique RS liftgate-mounted rear spoiler, 17-inch Midnight Silver painted-aluminum wheels, Lane Departure Warning, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with contrasting stitching and flat-bottom design, and leather-appointed seating surfaces with ‘sueded’ microfibre inserts.

That’s on top of seating for five and a powerplant comprised of a 1.4L, turbocharged 4-cylinder with 138 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque.

Fiat 500 Abarth - $20,995 Anytime you see a scorpion on something – or in real life – you can count on there being some sort of sting.

The Fiat 500 Abarth is no

different, except this sting makes you smile.

This pint-sized two-door might look somewhat cutesy, but the terrestrial arachnid badging denotes otherwise.

Turn the ignition on and the rumble of the dual exhaust comes to life. It’s anything but tame in tone. Put the five-speed, heavy duty manual transmission into gear and hopefully you’ll be able to make good use of the 160 horsepower and 170 lbft of torque. That’s the kind of power being generated from its 1.4L, MultiAir turbocharged engine.

Along with a performance tuned-suspension, performance brakes and 16-inch wheels, this Fiat might be small, but makes up any “size matters” issues with its dynamic performance.

Honda Civic SI (Coupe/Sedan) - $26,245/$26,250 Take the exceptional reliability of Honda, its popular-selling Civic coupe/ sedan, lace it with a potent engine and some cool gadgetry and you have the SI trim.

Up until only a few years ago, the Civic SI was only offered in coupe format, but that changed in 2007. Those who wanted performance and practicality would be granted access to such pleasures of life.

Setting it apart from its

tamer siblings is a 2.4-litre engine producing 201 horsepower and 170 lb.-ft of torque. It also comes standard with 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels and a rear spoiler. Not to mention a 6-speed manual transmission.

Whether opting for two or four doors, you can’t go wrong.

Scion FR-S - $26,450 The return of the fun-todrive rear-wheel drive sports coupe that’s priced under $30K can be linked to the Scion FR-S. You could also say it is linked with the Subaru BRZ as these four-seater, two-door vehicles were a joint venture product between the two Japanese brands.

The FR-S features a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder boxer engine, developed in collaboration with Subaru. It combines Subaru’s horizontally opposed engine and Toyota's D-4S injection system. The result is 200 naturally aspirated horses and 151 lb-ft of torque and can be matched with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission.

The back seats might not be incredibly comfortable for rear passengers but all the festivities are happening up front anyway. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

Driving topless in the Valley of Fire Las Vegas, Nevada – Took the charged four-cylinder engine.) all-new BMW 4 Series CabriIf you are looking for feedback olet on one of those leisurely through the steering, you are not and slow drives typical of a going to get much but there is no Sunday through Nevada’s argument that it offers a smooth stunningly beautiful Valley of ride and cornering is effortless at Fire National Park.

32 mph – devils aren’t we?

Problem was that it was a Once out of the park, the Smokey Tuesday and the only other bears joined the press pack as imTruth is this car car on the road seemed to be is more about looks. promptu pace cars! – One ahead the somewhat inappropriately of us pulled off at a donut shop How it looks and how as we hit the highway. Here was named pace car ahead that kept our speed to a fraction be- you look in i. our chance to open up. A bit. The low the posted 30 mph speed 300-hp turbo inline-six swiftly Keith Morgan limit (which is 48.280 km/h to moved through eight-speed auto be precise). tranny to 100 klicks in a smidgen Apparently, the overzealous under six seconds then I chickstate troopers, you know the guys with the ened out. (Six-speed manual transmissions will mirrored sunglasses, had warned the Bavarian be available in Canada, which should increase hosts that they would hold them responsible sportiness in performance.) for any outrageous road behaviour, hence the Rumours circulated the evening dinner that a so called pace cars ahead of each group of member of the Russian press corps had secured pearl white 435i cabriolets. a $1,000 fine on that same stretch of road at This topless edition joins its coupe sibling in about the time my co-driver and I had taken the new 4 series classification which is really a turns to punch the pedal and play briefly with new name for 3 Series two-door models. Just steering-wheel mounted paddle gear changers. like the 2 Series coupes are actually two-door 1 Oh, and that’s when he were able to test Series models. Oh, never mind. the true effectiveness of the rear air diffuser Anyway, this is a tourer for those with the cash (thumbs up) though when it is in place it rules rather than the sports-minded - $67,400 for the out back seat passengers (thumbs down). And test car – so perhaps the afternoon stroll was the rush of cooler desert air prompted us to more appropriate than a blast on the nearby flick the switch on the neck warmers, ah yes, a freeway. (A base 428i version starts at $56,600, mark of true luxury. and comes with a 2.0-litre, 241 hp, turboTruth is this car is more about looks. How it

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And it looks absolutely fabulous, darling, now you ask. Can’t speak for myself.

It is simple elegant in profile but a scowling front gives it beastly pretensions. The power hard top rises smoothly from its hiding place in the trunk in 20 seconds. We were told it could even be raised in speeds up to 18 km/h. Why would you want to?

When that top is in place it truly looks like a coupe. Cool but even cooler when you lower the windows and see it as a pillar-less coupe!

When the top is up it offers 370 litres of trunk space (222 litres when topless), which makes it the roomiest in its segment. BMW says it will comfortably stash two sets of golf clubs, if you are that way afflicted.

Classy leather interior, with ergonomically correct front seats. Can’t say the same about the back seats but then who wants to share the open top experience with anybody other than one’s beloved?

Controls handy though the rotary control was a bit too close to the front seat passenger for my liking.

No fuel consumptions estimates are available yet. There will be an X Drive version later this year.

We also got some seat time in the all-new 2 Series M235i . . . check out my thoughts on that at drivewaycanada.ca keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

Five classics you’d never guess are so valuable

1966 Ford Bronco.

Look at a fuel-injected ’57 Chevy Bel Air, and it’s immediately apparent that it’s valuable merchandise.

On the other hand, there are the sleepers of the classic car world, the cars that are worth a lot of money but Versions of the it’s only obvious to those venerable ’50s VW in-the-know. For example, few would guess that the Microbus can bring proceeds from a restored money that would VW microbus could put a kid shock the hippies through college. who ran them into Here are five you’d never suspect of being quite pricey: the ground in the 1. Volkswagen “Samba” Mi1960s. crobus: There’s a simple rule of thumb with VW MicroRob Sass buses: More windows equals more money. The 21- and 23-window versions of the venerable ’50s VW Microbus can bring money that would shock the hippies who ran them into the ground in the 1960s—around 70 grand for a nicely restored one. They’ve even been known to break $100,000 at the right auction.

2. Fiat Jolly: The Jolly was an open-top version of the classic Fiat 500 that was meant to be stowed onboard yachts and used as transport in places like Monaco and Positano. They have no doors, the seats are made of wicker and the tops are meant only to provide shade. Appallingly cute, the pintsized Jolly can sell for upwards of $70,000.

3. Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser: The classic Jeep-like 1960-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser was one tough vehicle—so tough that they invited horrific abuse, which explains the dearth of clean examples. A nicely restored one sold at an auction in Scottsdale, Ariz., last January for $88,000. Some are said to have sold for $100,000-plus. In response to FJ40s getting so expensive, first-generation 4Runners are starting to increase in value. Don’t say you weren’t told!

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Pic of the week: Make me one with my car

The Toyota FV2 concept car has no steering wheel.

Advanced design innovations enable the driver to operate the car by moving back and forward and from side to side.

And the car can use intelligent technology to connect with other vehicles in its immediate surrounding area, as well as traffic infrastructure, picking up and providing a wide variety of advanced safety information.

Toyota has created an exclusive smartphone application that enables users to experience the Toyota FV2 and can be downloaded free of charge from the iTunes AppStore or GooglePlay. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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4. Ford Bronco: The humble 1966-77 Ford Bronco was a product of the same team that brought us the classic 1964½ Mustang. Unlike the Mustang, which sat on Ford Falcon underpinnings, the first Bronco was a unique platform. The size and shape were just right, and collectors have latched onto them in droves. Totally stock, unrusted, Broncos without cut fenders and flares are rare; it takes around $30,000 to get a nice one.

5. BMW Isetta: Prior to becoming known as the ultimate driving machine, BMW sold the super-expensive V-8 507 roadster and the tiny egg-like Isetta microcar out of the same showrooms. It’s no shock that the gorgeous 507 roadster sells for a ton of money, but the fact that Isettas can pull more than $40,000 is surprising indeed.

Rob Sass is the vice-president of content for Hagerty Insurance. Hagerty is the world’s leading specialist provider of classic car and boat insurance. Learn more at hagerty.ca

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Doggone it Doggone it! - Drivers who drive with a dog on their lap outrage Driveway readers. One reader summed up the feelings of many: “These dogs are often barking at everyone and everything and, yes, racing back-and-forth from the driver’s side to the passenger’s side.”

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