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FOOD: Can we feed the need in Prince George?

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Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield takes a moment out from book signing to talk to a young fan Saturday at The Exploration Place. Hadfield had a busy schedule meeting with media and several students from the School Ambassadors Program.

Saturday evening he was keynote speaker at the Dr. Bob Ewert Memorial Lecture and Dinner.

Readying for recycling Environmental all the best as it cares for the residential program in our city.�

The MMBC program will only operate within the city limits and Culham says Blue With curbside recycling set to begin in Jewel has no plans to expand its residential Prince George September 1, some residents service into the rural areas either. MMBC may find it interesting that residential curb- will be providing more information on side recycling already exists in the city. exactly how the system will work, and Blue Jewel Curbside Recycling has Culham hopes it can benefit by possibly offered both residential and commercial re- expanding some of the material it accepts cycling collection for years. Multi-Material for recycling.

B.C., a non-profit agency established under Currently most of what Blue Jewel colthe B.C. Societies Act and mandated by the lects ends up at Cascades Recovery, which provincial governhas a plant on Willow ment, will bump Road where mateCHAMBER POSITION Cale Blue Jewel out of rial is baled and shipped PAGE 6 the curbside recyto market. Cascades Recling business. covery, along with EmDuane Culham of Blue Jewel, however, terra Environmental and Merlin Plastics, isn’t too worried about it. make up Green By Nature EPR, which has “As of September 1, 2014 we will be been selected to manage the post-collection focusing solely on servicing the commersystem for MMBC’s residential packagcial sector,� he said. “Blue Jewel chose to ing and printed paper recycling program, not submit a proposal to MMBC for the which kicks off provincially on May 19. residential service and wishes Emterra Cascades Recovery has also been operating

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in Prince George for a number of years.

As for the Cascades Recovery facility on Willow Cale Road, not a lot of changes are expected as the program rolls out. “The material is largely being collected already,� said Vivian Leung, vice-president of corporate administation for Green By Nature.

What is changing is how it is collected.

She said they will wait and see if the amount of recyclables collected increases before deciding whether to increase capacity at the local facility.

The new system will also have an impact on at least one bottle depot in the city, but likely in a positive way.

BBK Bottle Depot will be one of the drop-off locations for the new program.

Austin Kim says the benefit for its customers is that it will be able to handle more types of recyclable than it does now and BBK will be able to offer a “one-stop destination� so residents can bring their recyclables in when they return their bottles and cans for deposit.

Crews with the City of Prince George are about to undertake the city’s most extensive road rehabilitation project ever. The total budget for road rehabilitation in 2014 is $9.8 million and exceeds 2012’s budget by more than four million dollars, according to a city news release.

The city’s financial plan for road construction and improvements this year is approximately $7.1 million with an additional $2.7 million provided by the Community Works Fund. In May, crews will begin the road work and are expected to wrap up operations by late October. “During the budget process for 2014, Prince George city council decided to allocate unexpended Community Works Funds on transportation related projects,� said the City’s Director of Operations Bill Gaal. “The city prioritized the available funds between improving gravel roads, local roads, and sidewalk projects.�

A few of the roads scheduled for rehabilitation in Prince George include North Nechako Road, Tyner Boulevard, and Penn Road. Additional projects may be undertaken if there are funds still available near the end of the construction season.

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Can we feed the need?

Breakfast program feeds body and mind Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com “When a child is hungry, it’s hard to learn.”

With that premise, editors at Canadian Living magazine in 1992 spearheaded a movement to “help out hungry kids” with a Breakfast for Learning (BFL) program. In the past 20 years, 2.9 million children have been helped across the country through Breakfast for Learning which has 204 programs in B.C.; two programs operating out of two elementary schools in Prince George.

Lisa Werring, provincial coordinator for Breakfast for Learning B.C. and Yukon, spoke with the Free Press last week about how this community-based model helps children learn about good nutrition and gives them access to healthy breakfasts, lunch and snacks.

BFL also helps schools and other groups start and sustain nutrition programs and helps ensure that every child in Canada attends school well-nourished and ready to learn, giving them the best chance of success in life.

“It is about early intervention,” Werring said.

“There’s a much greater need obviously, but we now have two elementary schools in Prince George, Ron Brent and Quinson, that have been running successful breakfast programs for years. I think as more schools learn about those successful outcomes, some of them will come on board and decide to start their own [Breakfast] programs.”

There is a BFL website that provides start-up and other information.

Good nutrition for all school children is the goal.

“The Ministry [of Education] here in British Columbia has taken a strong role in setting out guidelines about what foods schools should be serving, which is is terrific,” said Werring. “At Breakfast we have guidelines with regard to how our funding is spent in schools so they provide healthy meals in

The face of poverty is changing and the number of mouths to feed is growing.

The Free Press will be examining this topic in the coming weeks from the perspective of the users, providers and observers. Is our present system of providing food for our most vulnerable population in Prince George working? If not, what can we do to improve it?

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There’s no social stigma attached for f r children ch hild dren n who access the school Breakfast programs, ggraamss, ssaid aid d Werring.

“All of our programs have to be universally nivver n e sallly accesaccce cesssible to everybody in the school, no m matter what. attteer wh at hat at.

Children are free to come and go from om o m a program progra pr raam as they please. They don’t have to sign ggn n up up at at their theeiir school for it. If they want somethingg to they o eeat, at, th hey ey jjust ust us go of to the breakfast area and have ssom some breakfast. om o me b reeeaakfastt. t.

So it is a great equalizer in that respect. eecct. ct.”

The program can also help build relationships, eela lation nsh hips, ip , ip she said.

“It is a great opportunity for staff aand nd n d teachers tteaach c ers errs to sit down with, sometimes, some vve very ver ery ry vvulnerullne ner-able children in a very relaxed and welcoming weelco welc w omin om ing ng family-type environment. It makes the hee children h ch hil i dr dren feel feeeel comfortable and helps build relationships between nsh n hip ps betw b etw ween eeen staff and support workers and children. rren n.”

Good nutrition is not just about feeding eeed din ng the thee body. body. y y.

“There are lots of studies out theree [with [w witth statisstattistics] but it’s common sense, I think anybody aanyybo odyy ass a parent knows that if your child is hungry, unggry,, they th hey are arre less likely to be able to focus and learn. brains rn. Theirr b rain ra ins are still developing, their bodies are sstill tilll growing grow wing wi ng and proportionally, their nutritional requirements req quiirem em ments enttss en are much higher than those of adults. ss. Theyy need nee eed food to grow and to develop.”

Without proper nutrition, children n can caaan n suff suff uffeerr from a number of setbacks. Problem-solving m--so m olvviing aabiliolv ol biili b lities are diminished, they may have b behavioural be ehavvio ouraall outbursts which are more common w when are wh heen n kkids iid ds ar ds re hungry and irritable, she says.

“All of these things have an effect not on no n ot just just ju st o na child, but on a classroom as a whole.. It It’s t’s a ccommonommo om monnsense solution. If children are hungry, let’s feed y, le et’s t’s fe t’ eed ed them.”

That has proven to be harder to do than dream, o tth han to to d rreeam, am, am she admits.

“There is a cyclical aspect to poverty rrty tyy throughout thr hrough ghou out the generations and this is something where ngg wh w her e e early early ea rlly intervention is key. When you think about ab bo ou ut a councoun co untry as rich in resources as ours, it’s astonishing sstto on nisshi hin in ngg tthere here he re is so much hunger in our schools.

“Kids are our greatest resource, they will eeyy wi illll be be the the th next generation of leaders. So we want make antt tto om ake ke sure su urre they have an opportunity to get a good od o d eeducation ducattiion du n and are focussed and able to learn which wh hich h leads leeaad dss to to a greater success in life.”

Hopefully, she says, we can break tth that with hat ccycle yyccle cew ith it h education.

For more information on how to support BreakTeresa MALLAM/Free Press fast For Learning or how to get a breakfast program A young man at the Firepit drop-in centre in downtown Prince George started with your group, visit the website at www. has chili to warm him. Those in need of nourishment can always find a place to eat ...but for how long? breakfastforlearning.ca.

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In Provincial Court on Jan. 13: Sabina H. Haskell was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to one day in jail.

Dorian S. McCrea was found guilty of possession of stolen property with a value less than $5,000 and sentenced to 14 days in jail.

Shawn T. Ansley was found guilty of mischief and sentenced to 144 days in jail.

Bennett J. Galbraith was found guilty of uttering threats, placed on probation for 12 months and prohibited from possessing firearms for three years.

Everett R. Patrick was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to nine days in jail.

In Provincial Court on Jan. 14: Angel R. Reno was found guilty of uttering threats, sentenced to time

served in jail, placed on probation for one year and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Darcy D. Tomah was found guilty of assault, sentenced to 105 days in jail, placed on probation for 18 months, assessed a victim surcharge of $200 and prohibited from possessing firearms for five years.

Harvey J.L. Chingee was found guilty of assault, sentenced to three months in jail, placed on probation for one year and prohibited from possessing firearms for five years. Chingee was also found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and two counts of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking and sentenced to one month in jail.

Wesley C. Orlinis was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to 83 days in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

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1661 Spruce Street Sheena L. Ketlo was found guilty of failing to (beside Sylvan Learning Centre) comply with a condition of an undertaking and sentenced to one day in jail.

Regan S. Lewis was found guilty of assault, placed on probation for one year and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Ronald G. Moore was found guilty of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, sentenced to three months in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

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Located in the Victoria Medical Building In Provincial Court on Jan. 16: Suite 312, 1669 Victoria St. Daniel M. Cahoose was found guilty of theft of Prince George, B.C. property with a value less than $5,000, sentenced to seven days in jail and placed on probation for 12 250-562-6638 months.

Emmanuel A. Chalifoux was found guilty of mischief, placed on probation for 18 months and prohibited from possessing firearms for 18 months.

Jared A.W. Ingle was found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking or recognizance, sentenced to nine days in jail and fined $50.

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It was daring. It was brazen. It was planned.

It was theft.

It was carried out in the middle of the afternoon.

The object of the thief ’s affection was an electric, wall-mounted fireplace.

Shortly before 3 p.m.

Monday, a man walked into the BBK Bottle Depot on Peterson Road in Prince George. According to security tape viewed by owner Austin Kim the next day, the man dropped off some recyclables and then casually went over to the wall-mounted fireplace and unplugged it.

He returned about 90 minutes later, when fewer people were in the store, moved some bins stacked in front of the fireplace, took it down off the wall, and carried it out of the store.

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Kim has reported the incident to the RCMP who are now on the lookout for the man, who was caught on surveillance video. Kim has released images from the surveillance tape to the media in hopes that it will help police track the man down.

The man was about six feet tall and was wearing a white Vancouver Canucks ball hat, black hoodie and blue jeans. He was driving a marooncoloured SUV. If you have any information on this theft, contact the Prince George RCMP.

Jos Van Hage buys local Keg restaurant The Prince George Keg Steakhouse and Bar has a new owner.

Local businessman Jos Van Hage, who owns the Art Knapp Plantland Home and Garden Centres, has purchased the downtown restaurant.

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Van Hage, a native of the city since 1979, moved to Vancouver from Holland in 1976. After three years in Vancouver, he moved to Prince George and opened the first Art Knapp Plantland Home and Garden centre and has since opened two more stores.

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While the Prince George Chamber of ComAs the MMBC program currently stands, merce welcomes the idea of a local city-wide several local businesses have a lot to lose, said public recycling program, it does not endorse Gill. The fee structure currently proposed will the Multi Material BC (MMBC)’s stewardship inevitably lead to job losses, decreased operaprogram for packaging and printed paper in its tions and increased cost of associated products current form. for consumers, she added.

“We’ve become aware of certain business In an attempt to help its members, the models, like franchises, and industry sectors, chamber’s focus is now to help bring clarity like newspapers and printers, that will face surrounding the MMBC program and address potential hardship under implications for business the MMBC program, as owners. Once the chamber it stands,” said chamber can get a sense of members’ Each one of president Ranjit Gill, in a primary concerns, work can our member’s press release. “Each one be focused towards finding of our member’s busisolutions that they can assist business health ness health and success is in advocating to governand success is important to us and so we ment, Gill said. important to us. take their concerns very To help inform their seriously.” members and the public, – Ranjit Gill With the program set the Prince George Chamto roll out, province-wide, ber plans to hold the two in just over a month, the chamber feels it’s too sessions. The first session, which will be an late to try to convince the provincial governoverview of the program, will be held April ment to delay or scrap the program.

17 and will feature MMBC managing director Instead, the chamber is seeking to inform its Allen Langdon, who will also be meeting with members about the program with a couple of the Fraser-Fort George Regional District board sessions for members later this month. that day. It will be held at the Central B.C. The chamber is supportive of the program Railway and Forestry Museum at 1 p.m. exclusions which took place in February that The second session will be held in the chamexcluded small businesses with less than $1 ber boardroom at 10 a.m. April 22. It will focus million in revenue; less than one tonne of on implications for business owners. The BC packaging and printed paper produced annuChamber of Commerce will lead discussion ally and/or a single point of retail sale from the about what MMBC means for business ownprogram that shifts responsibility for recycling ers, what other communities are doing and to the producer. how the chamber network intends to advocate While it supports the changes, the chamber to the provincial government for change to still has concerns.

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APRIL 6 12 IS NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK IN CANADA.

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Thank you to the nearly 2,800 volunteers already on Team 2015 who are helping us host the largest multi-sport and cultural event in Canada!

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Ottawa will provide $335,000 through the Building Communities through Arts and Heritage program to support the refurbishment of the city’s Civic Plaza.

With this support, the City of Prince George will add a stage, public art, heritage elements and landscaping to the Civic Plaza.

“The Civic Plaza Enhancement Project will increase the city’s capacity for arts, cultural programming, and community-related events,” said Mayor Shari Green in a press release.

“In the new plaza, residents will be able to enjoy artisan fairs, outdoor concerts and performances, or just come for a picnic.”

The Conservative party’s Cariboo-Prince George electoral district association will be holding its annual general meeting on Saturday, May 17 at the Prince George Civic Centre, from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Anyone wishing to have a say in the election of executive and directors should be a paid-up member of the Conservative Party of Canada by no later than April 17.

ABC PARTNERSHIP Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Jan Upton of Quesnel shows off an interesting old Meccano set at the Hospice Fundraiser Antiques and Collectibles Fair Sunday at the Roll-A-Dome.

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PROCLAMATIONS - April is proclaimed “Daffodil Month” - April is proclaimed “Autism Awareness Month” - April 6 to April 12, 2014 is proclaimed “National Volunteer Week”

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Regular Council Meeting Monday, April 14, 2014 – Council Chambers – 6:00 p.m.

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CULLEN ON HARCOURT Cullen says that former premier Mike Harcourt’s recent announcement that he has left the provincial party, may actually be good for the party.

“I consider Mike a friend and I am certainly disappointed to see him quit,” said Cullen. “I understand some of this frustrations. As someone who comes from the resource section of the province, we believe in responsible development.”

Cullen says many in the party, including leadership hopefuls Mike Farnworth and John Horgan, feel they have to “sharpen their pencils on how to talk about responsible resource development.”

Cullen said Harcourt’s announcement will certainly have an impact on the party and on the leadership race and that impact could be a positive one.

“It focuses the B.C. leadership race on resource issues and how the NDP have to modern our language and our thinking on resource development,” he said.

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Every day thousands of workers in BC go to work and return home safely, but last year 11 workers died on the job in the forestry industry. Each one, a valued member of our community.

The Fair Elections Act is more about getting the Conservatives re-elected than it is about fair elections, says Skeena-Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen.

“This is about vouching, this muzzling the Chief Electoral Officer, essentially an act that is meant to favour the Conservatives in the next election,” he said in a conference call with regional media last week.

He said that in the past, changes to the Elections Act were always done in a non-partisan way.

This act changes rules around robocalls, voter fraud, and other issues related to election results and investigative powers. It would also increase the amount of donations that can be given to political parties, from $1,200 to $1,500 annually.

The act eliminates vouching, where someone can vouch for someone at the poll who doesn’t have proper identification. It also eliminates voter identification cards as identification.

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couraging people to get out and vote.

“It affects our democracy,” said Cullen.

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The largest wood-based bioenergy conference in Canada is set Prince George this June.

The sixth biennial International Bioenergy Conference will take place from June 11-13.

Leading off the conference is keynote presenter, Chris Turner. Turner is the author of a number of books and a sought after speaker on sustainable energy. He’s sure to inspire with his revolutionary but optimistic thoughts on what it will take to shift society’s thinking about renewable sources of energy such as biomass, and how we can survive and thrive in the sustainable economy. Luncheon keynote speaker Jeffrey Simpson is an award-winning author and national newspaper columnist.

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B.C.-based telecom provider ABC Communications has announced a major expansion of its wireless broadband service in British Columbia.

ABC has partnered with Huawei, a global leader in ‘long term evolution’ (LTE) broadband radio equipment, to deploy leading-edge TD-LTE fixed wireless service throughout its operating area.

ABC’s new network provides a wireless alternative to cable and ADSL for last mile broadband access. Using licensed 3.5 GHz spectrum, the expanded network gives coverage of up to 20 km of linear service range and provides speeds of up to 50 Mbps.

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Real Estate Services NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the provisions of Section 26(3) of the Community Charter that the City of Prince George intends to lease 1412 2nd Avenue, Prince George, BC legally described as Part of Lots 10 to 12, Block 19, District Lot 343, Cariboo District Plan 1268 to Lawrence Prasad dba 2nd Thoughts Buy & Sell for a term of 1 year at a rent of

MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY The staff at Memorial Park Cemetery is currently performing Spring Clean-up duties, in preparation for Easter, Mother’s Day, and the summer season. In order to maintain the beauty of our cemetery, staff is removing faded, seasonal and weather-worn flowers, and any non-compliant items from the cemetery.

Residents wishing additional information can contact Cemetery Administration at 250-562-4661.

COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAM The City of Prince George has created a new community grant program that is replacing

the formal Social, Cultural and Community Enhancement Grants. The new program will focus on three of City Council’s priorities: Civic Identity and Pride, Cultural Richness and Safe Environments. The application form and criteria are now available online at www.princegeorge.ca.

The application deadline is April 17, 2014.

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Registration Night at Beaverly School Gym April 25th, 7pm to 8pm Contact 250-961-2843 or 250-964-1511 for more info.

LOAD RESTRICTIONS FOR CITY ROADS Pursuant to Section 7 of the City of Prince George “Highway Bylaw No. 8065” (2008) and regulations pursuant to the Commercial Transport Act, notice is hereby given that restrictions are imposed on city roads, effective 12:01 a.m., Monday, April 7, 2014. To find out more information, please call the City of Prince George at 561-7600 or see the notice on the City website at www.princegeorge.ca DATED: April 7, 2014 AT PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. Flavio Viola Manager, Transportation Division, (250) 561-7600

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IPG looks at jobs demand What are the occupations that George is more often than not seen are in the highest demand in Prince by Canadians as high in crime; ecoGeorge? nomically depressed; and not worth In no particular order, the ocrelocating to for employment. cupations that are in the highest • Marketability: Prince George demand are professional engineers, has a series of marketable qualities chartered accountants, university that can be leveraged for attractprofessors, specialist physicians, ing workers. Its low unemployment heavy duty mechanics, millwrights, rate, highly affordable housing truck drivers, power engineers, and rent, healthcare system, postwelders, and instrumentation mesecondary education system, and chanics. medium size should be promoted in That is according to the Workfuture attraction campaigns. force Intelligence Study prepared • Attraction Cities: A “top tenâ€? list for Initiatives Prince George (IPG) of cities for future attraction activiby Malatest Program Evaluation ties has been identified for Prince and Market Research.

George. These cities contain high The study, unveiled at a lunnumbers of unemployed workers in cheon Wednesday, was developed the occupations of interest to Prince to help IPG with its strategy to George. Among those “top tenâ€? citattract workers to the city. It is also ies are Toronto; MontrĂŠal; Windsor, intended to support local employers Ont.; and London, Ont.. and job seekers in Prince George by The report also lists several recalerting them to trends and occupa- ommendations.

Teresa MALLAM/Free Press tional shortages.

It suggests IPG develop a proKen Biron checks out one of two computers generously donated by Canadian Tire last The key findings are: gram to encourage secondary stuweek following a story in the Free Press about the urgent need at Handy Circle for updat• Prince George is experiencing a dents, in Prince George and other ed computer equipment. Handy Circle, a non-profit organization, helps out people with broad-based economic resurgence. centres, to pursue skilled trades in disabilities with a range of services including income tax filing and applying for governUnemployment is at a 20-year low, Prince George. It recommends dement pensions. The computer Biron is working on is hooked up to CCTV (closed circuit and job opportunities are being cre- veloping a “labour market integraTV) for the visually impaired. ated in emerging industries as well tionâ€? program for workers moving “They need to know about the quality of its leverage and promote the many advantages of the as regional capital projects. to the city. health care system, its wide range of job opportu- city in various marketing activities.â€? • Workforce Shortages: Local It also recommends that employnities for professionals employers are reporting hiring difers be encouraged to expand their and skilled trades, its ficulties for professionals and skilled spectrum of hiring programs, by trades. The labour force has not using social media to advertise jobs. fast growing economy, its affordable housgrown sufficiently in recent years to It suggests employers should be ing and cost of living, satisfy demands for workers, and in encouraged to use other incentives 2013 it suffered a contraction due to such as bonuses and job placements and its industries,â€? the report states. “Given such factors as net out-migration, a for spouses. the relatively limited falling participation rate, and retireAnd as for the stinky, crime-ridIt is a magical thing to know that a decision you make ment. den reputation the city endures, the awareness of Canadians with respect to the • Migration Patterns: Historically, report says Canadians need to learn today could save the life of a child 20 years or more region, IPG needs to Prince George’s most important more about Prince George. sources of migrafrom now. But that’s what happens when you include tion have been its BC Children’s Hospital Foundation in your estate plans. neighboring regional districts; Vancouver; Edmonton; and several PUBLIC NOTICE cities in B.C.’s Lower Mainland.

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Park law passed suspiciously fast Paul Strickland Special to Free Press The unreasonably quickly passed Bill 4 (Park Amendment Act, 2014) adds to a section of the Park Act on research a provision for feasibility studies toward pipeline and industrial projects within provincial park boundaries.

The added section says in part “’feasibility study’ means a study of the feasibility, including, without limitation, the feasibility of the location, design, construction, use, maintenance, improvement or deactivation of one of the following: a) a road or highway; b) a pipeline; c) a transmission line; d) a telecommunications project; e) a prescribed project or a project in a prescribed class of projects; f) a structure, improvement or work related to a project described in any of paragraphs a) to e).”

A group organized by city resident Charissa Callahan protested the Park Act amendments in front of Prince George-Mackenzie MLA Mike Morris’ office during the noon hour both Saturday and Sunday. For the demonstration held Sunday, about 20 had gathered by 12:30 and most took signs offered to them with messages like “Industry does not belong in BC parks” and “Keep industry out of BC Parks.” Then they walked out to the Bypass at 10th Avenue, and, dividing into two groups of roughly equal size, displayed the signs to motorists in

both the northbound and southbound lanes of the highway for about an hour.

A subjective impression is that at least half the passing motorists honked their support, including some drivers of large tractor-trailer units. [Full disclosure: This columnist attended and participated in the protest.]

Callahan said the bill was only introduced in mid-February and was passed on March 25, leaving little time for public consultation. A participant in the demonstration, Mary MacDonald, said the phrase in the Park Amendment Act, “a prescribed project or a project in a prescribed class of projects,” is particularly troubling because a project, including an industrial project, can be prescribed through regulations and regulations do not have to be specifically approved by the B.C. Legislative Assembly in full session. Asked what could be done about the Park Amendment Act, now that it has become law, MacDonald replied signatures from 10 per cent of B.C. voters in each riding could bring about a referendum to require changes.

“The Act will now allow industrial exploration in some of B.C.’s most beloved parks, placing them at risk,” Al Martin of the B.C. Wildlife Federation said in a release from the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society at the time the bill was passed.

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Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Charissa Callahan, centre, along with about a dozen others came out Saturday in the rain to protest the recent passing of Bill 4, the Park Amendment Act. The Protect Our Parks BIll 4 Reversal Campaign group assembled in front of MLA Mike Morris’ office and walked for several blocks to draw attention to their views.

to allow for industrial activity, including pipelines, logging roads and resource extraction,” the parks and wilderness society itself said in the March 25 release.

If one is in a bleak mood, one can begin to wonder about the larger purpose of the B.C. Liberals’ Bill 4 (the Park Amendment Act); Bill 24 (Agricultural Land Commission Amendment Act, 2014), which would vitiate much of the land-use planning designed to protect remaining prime farmland in B.C.; the reduction of workplace safety protections over the past decade and a half to the point there are no longer meaningful penalties effectively imposed within a reasonable time frame; and the Conservative federal government’s Navigation Protection Act of 2012 (which drastically reduces the scope of the former Navigable Waters Protection Act to cover only 62 of the rivers across all of Canada, or less

than one per cent of them). One can of course suspect the pipeline industry in this last instance, a concern expressed in the Toronto Star and in a Canadian Press article Feb. 20, 2013.

Even darker thoughts come to mind when one considers the neo-liberal laissez-faire philosophy becoming increasingly dominant in centre-right newsmagazines and major city newspapers and in the corridors of power. In his book Ayn Rand Nation, New York journalist Gary Weiss warns what would happen after the complete triumph of Randian laissezfaire capitalism: “Public parks and land, from the tiniest vest-pocket patch of green to the vast expanses of the West, would be sold off to the newly liberated megacorporations. . . . Fires would rage in the remnants of silent forests, vegetation and wildlife no longer protected by rangers and coercive environmental laws, swept clean

of timber, their streams polluted in a rational, self-interested manner by bold, innovative entrepreneurs.”

Randian objectivist ideas are not as prevalent in Canada as in the United States, but rightwing think tanks like the Fraser Institute adhere to them closely and make sure they are heard and frequently implemented by provincial legislatures.

No doubt some believe that, to make way for unfettered globalization and completely free trade and to create a favourable economic climate for investors, we have to sweep away provincial park boundaries, environmental laws, workplace safety standards and labour unions like so many inconvenient cobwebs.

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Great to It’s in the water, be great uncle unless we decide it shouldn’t be The phone call came around 1 p.m. on April 2.

It was Mom, which worried me a bit, since at 1 p.m. she’s usually having a nap.

Then I remembered her car was in the shop for some service work, so that’s why she wasn’t sleeping, and then I thought, “I wonder if she needs a ride over to the garage to pick it up?”

Then she started talking, and it turned out she had already received a phone call herself – from St. Albert, Alta.

She was now a great-grandmother and I was a great-uncle.

My nephew Josh and his wife, Enid, had been expecting their first child but not until closer to the middle of the month.

Well, the kid got here early. I figure that has to be coming from Enid’s side of the family, since the Maeda clan (at least the St. Albert branch) aren’t renowned for punctuality.

ALLAN’S AMBLINGS This being the ALLANWISHART computer age, I didn’t have to wait long to get my first look at Paul Vincent Minoru Maeda. Pictures of him were posted shortly afterwards, and sent to other family members by e-mail.

That was when a thought occurred to me. (I know, a rare occurrence indeed.) What was my title now? I had been telling people around the office I was now a great-uncle, but I started to wonder if I was actually a grand-uncle.

After all, Mom was now a great-grandmother after being a grandmother, which tended to imply you became “grand” before you became “great”.

I did something I have never been afraid to do as a journalist: I reached for a dictionary. I keep one by my desk at the office (a Paperback Oxford Canadian, in case anyone is interested) alongside a thesaurus and the latest Canadian Press Caps and Spelling guide.

I couldn’t find a direct reference to either “great-uncle” or “grand-uncle”, so I looked at each of the relevant prefixes.

“Grand” had, as one of its definitions, “in names of family relationships, denoting the second degree of ascent or descent (grandaunt)”.

OK, that seemed to be simple enough. I was a grand-uncle.

I decided to look up “great” as a prefix. One of its definitions was, “in names of family relationships, denoting one degree further removed upwards or downwards (great-uncle).”

I is confused.

I have decided I will style myself as Greatuncle Allan, partly because I like the way it sounds if you leave the hyphen out.

Of course, other members of the family will still have their own names for me, some of which are not repeatable in a newspaper.

(Although I must admit, those names usually come up after a particularly bad joke on my part.)

Now here’s an issue we can sink our teeth into. word of health authorities and, in a free and democratic soFluoridation. ciety, challenging authority is not only allowed, it’s encourOK, that probably caused more nausea than an overdose aged. The experts aren’t always right. of fluoride in your drinking water.

The anti-fluoridation folks point out that fluorine is a I had an interesting chat with Emile Begin of Fluoride poison and it shouldn’t be in our water. No one is debatFree Prince George this week, … not to be confused with ing that fluorine is a poison. Northern Health accepts that. the Prince George Safe Water Coalition, which Warfarin is commonly used as rat poison. It is also is also opposed to fluoridating our water. used to keep thousands of people with congestive City council has put the matter to a referenheart failure alive. It’s a matter of degrees. Our dum this fall so, like it or not, the community health officials say fluoride, in low doses, will not is going to be subjected to the fluoride debate. harm our health. Drink a glass of pure fluoride One of the issues that Begin brought up to and you’re going to die a horrible death. Minute me was the fact that Northern Health is enteramounts in your water and you’re OK, according ing the debate (see letter on Page 15). As the to health officials. local health authority, there is nothing wrong The anti-fluoride side says it’s better to be safe with it entering the fray. than sorry and no fluoride in the water is the best However, Begin’s concern, and I agree with course of action. this one, is whether Northern Health will use The other part of the debate is whether fluoripublic money to promote fluoride. It’s one dated water actually helps. Begin points to a UBC WRITER’S BLOCK study on Vancouver Island that tracked dental thing for Northern Health to write a letter to BILLPHILLIPS problems in 5,000 students in community that the editor, it’s quite another for it to use the wealth of funds we, the taxpayers, give it to took fluoride out of the water. That study sugenter the fray. gested the number of cavities decreased in that community One of the difficulties for us in the newspaper industry while the community with fluoridated water the number of when it comes to the fluoride debate is there doesn’t seem to kids with cavities remained the same. be any consensus in the scientific community.

Northern Health’s Brenda Matsen, in her letter, points to The pro side can trot out folks with a zillion letters bethe World Health Organization that has hailed fluoridation hind their name (see letter on Page 15), as can the anti-fluo- as one of the greatest public health achievements of the 20th ridation folks. So it’s hard to really form an opinion.

Century.

Should we just accept what Northern Health tells us?

See what I mean about it being difficult to decide?

They are, after all, our local health authority.

However, decide we will this fall when the matter goes to However, those opposing fluoridation don’t accept the a referendum.

Vanished without a trace A reality - not a reality television show Everyone loves a mystery. is already missing) must rely on the news we are given in news However the baffling mystery of what happened to Malaysia casts, special reports with expert analysts and in press conferAirlines Flight 370 is enough to keep think tanks – not to menences by world leaders. tion search ships and rescue aircraft crews – up at night trying to The Flight 370 mystery will for now be part of aviation mysfigure it out. teries that preceded it – one often referenced is what happened For family and friends of the missing people, it must be hell. to American solo flyer Amelia Earhart who disappeared while Internationally, it is already a disaster because so many things flying over the Pacific Ocean in 1937. But that was different. went wrong – passengers boarding with stolen The technology of the day would have made it almost passports and a pilot and co-pilot who, according impossible to find her. Now we are equipped with to investigators, each has “skeletons” in the closincredible technology and minds that should be able to et. One with a sophisticated flight simulator at figure out this painful puzzle. home (nothing wrong with that if it is a teaching Like air disasters before it, this one, say most observtool). The other reported to have had a woman ers, will lead to new and better technology and tamperor women in the cockpit (um, I don’t think I can proof mechanical systems so that any aircraft that defend that). And the fact that the missing plane veers off their flight plan, for whatever reason, will be was out there, flying around in the skies some carefully monitored. People watching the news about reports say, for seven hours or so without being Flight MH 370 began a kind of countdown soon after tracked by anyone below. its March 8 disappearance. Thirty days. An important It may or may not now be at the bottom of the number, we are told, because – back to that precious vast and deep Indian Ocean.

TEA WITH TERESA ping – after that there is less likelihood the black box One month has passed since its disappearance TERESAMALLAM battery is alive, let alone the souls on board. and that time frame is key to unravelling the The Indian Ocean is so vast, the depths so deep, the mystery because that’s how long, we are told, the black box is search by Australians and other countries so expensive, that usually able to remit a signal or “ping.” reports say it could take time, weeks, months or years to find How precious that “ping” must seem to the people who so answers. desperately want answers about what happened to their loved I’ve heard people not just on the news but all over town say ones. It is, remarked my editor, like the TV show Lost. Those that if search crews are successful in locating the aircraft, it will of us who are far removed from the story and its locale (indeed take a miracle. we don’t even know the real locale so one of the five W’s, where, A ping and a prayer.

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hen did spite and personal attacks become the standard for political discourse in this country?

That nastier side of politics has always been around, but the Conservatives seem to have taken it to another level. Reasoned opposition to Conservative policies these days are almost invariable met with derision and personal attacks.

We need only look at the Conservative television ads attacking Liberal leader Justin Trudeau.

The latest example of the politics of ridicule and hate though comes from Democratic Reform Minister Pierre Poilivere (an ironic title if there ever was one, however democratic reform doesn’t necessarily mean improving our democracy).

When faced with opposition to the Fair Elections Act from the country’s Chief Electoral Officer, rather than address the criticisms, Poilievre chose to launch a personal attack against Chief Electoral Officer Marc Mayrand, accusing him of empire building.

Then, when Poilivere actually got down to discussing substance, he used rationale that only a Conservative can enjoy, or understand.

One of the concerns Mayrand raised is that Elections Canada cannot compel political parties to produce detailed campaign expenses. Elections Canada gets an “overall report” but not documents that support those reports.

Poilivere’s solution? Elections Canada can always withhold election expenses it pays back to political parties after the election in order to get what it wants.

Really?

Vindictive punitive measures are de rigueur for the Conservatives, they shouldn’t become standard operating procedure for government agencies.

The messaging message

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he NDP leadership has moved from a race to a likely coronation.

With Mike Farnworth dropping out of the leadership race, it now appears that John Horgan will be the new leader. Skeena-Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen hinted last week that someone else may jump into the leadership (not him, though), which would be a good thing. Democracy is all about the ability to make a choice and a one-horse race doesn’t provide any choice.

Right now, it appears Horgan will be the next leader.

During a campaign stop in Prince George last month, Horgan said he wouldn’t make the same mistake his predecessor did. Last year’s B.C. election and this week’s Quebec election are prime examples of how quickly tides can turn for political parties. Columnist Vaughn Palmer tweeted out this week “campaigns matter.”

He’s right.

Horgan, should he become the leader, will certainly have time to put his stamp on the party and then the test as to whether he can “stay on message” will be conducted when we next go to the polls.

Lessons from Quebec As often is the case in politics, the Quebec provincial elec- which would raise the profile of the party. tion surprised many political pundits and strategists.

Pierre Peladeau either did not know the wishes of the Parti When Pauline Marois, premier of the minority Parti Quebecois to stay far away from any discussion of a future Quebecois government, called the election, her stated reason referendum on separation or simply decided to ignore that was to affirm the Secular Charter of Values proposed by her wish. His actions and comments favouring Quebec becomgovernment. ing an independent country moved the indeThe proposed charter had widespread suppendence question to a very hot front burner. It port in many regions of the province but it was a knife in the ribs to the hopes of the Parti also had some strong opposition. Although the Quebecois’s obtaining a majority in the Quebec stated principle of the charter was to forbid the legislative assembly. wearing of overt religious symbols or clothing The Quebec Liberals exploited the desire of by any public servant, it also raised the fear a majority of the voters of the province to avoid of legislated religious, racial and ethnic disprotracted and emotional discussions about crimination. That did not sit well with many in separation. They realized the voters wanted to the province of Quebec, some of whom could concentrate on the bread-and-butter issues of trace their family history in Quebec back many everyday life. The economy, jobs, health care, generations. education, roads and bridges and all those The roots of the sentiment behind the charter ONSIDE many other mundane necessities were what the VICBOWMAN majority of voters were interested in. They were were the domination of almost all aspects of life, including politics, by the Roman Cathorewarded with a majority mandate by concenlic Church. That has not been the case for many decades, trating on the practical day-to-day concerns of the voters. but some still fear returning to a like system. In the age Sometimes we develop a slanted view of our fellow citiof knowledge and communication we now live in, it just zens in Quebec. wouldn’t happen.

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Saddened by parade’s demise Editor: It was with great sadness that I read of yet another public tradition disappearing. I speak of the annual Elk’s May Day parade being cancelled. I also feel kind of angry, because it demonstrates all too clearly that the very fabric of our society is quickly falling apart. But, before you get to blaming politicians as I often do, it is time to take an honest look at the real cause, and why.

The reason for the breakdown of society is quite intentional. Its purpose is to afford better control of the public by corporately controlled governments, who have traitorously turned their backs on their nation. By simply creating the perception that it is a good thing for us to think only

of ourselves, and that the only three people of any importance to us are “me, myself and I”, the government pits us against each other, knowing that divided we will fail to put up a concerted and effective resistance to their corporate masters’ whims.

The way this slaughter of societal values is being done is through our educational system. Teachers are forced to teach conformity, and to deliberately suppress our nation’s greatest natural resources, individualism and imagination.

Despite their amazing staff and abilities, our educational institutions are told to produce workers not leaders, and schemers not dreamers. The result is that we now enjoy the most cutthroat, educated unemployed workforce in the

world, and live in communities where neighbours don’t even know each other’s names.

But, there is a easy way to turn the tide on the corporate destruction of society’s morals, values, pride, patriotism and civic responsibility. If service clubs, community spirit, the middle class, our environment, and, all that is good and decent is to survive and thrive, only one small change needs to be made. And, it’s a wee change that will have an enormous positive effect on the entire world. Parents and schools simply need to make it a priority to develop children’s hearts, instead of their minds.

Will Lewis Prince George

ALC changes from Putin’s playbook Editor: How our B.C. government has introduced Bill 24 resembles how Russia’s Vladimir Putin just redrew the Russia/ Ukraine borders.

No democracy here either. Our government promised consultation when they announced a core review of the ALR and the ALC, but it did not happen. On the day Bill 24 was announced, Bill Bennett acknowledged that there ‘maybe’ was not adequate consultation, and he would take the blame for that. Polls have consistently shown that people with knowledge of the ALR overwhelmingly support it, and Bill 24 does not reflect that. This government has no mandate to make such radical changes to the Act. Much of the language used by the government about Bill 24 is misleading, such as this quote from Pat Pimm, Minister of Agriculture : “These improvements are aimed at continuing to protect B.C.’s rich farmland and helping farmers make a better living from it. The changes ensure the ALC is able to protect our fertile agricultural land for another 40 years, while ensuring future generations of farmers can continue to produce food for B.C. families.”

In light of the proposed Zone 2 changes to the Act, that doesn’t appear to make any sense. Bill 24 does nothing to increase farm productivity or protect farmland, rather it does the opposite. It will open the door again for land speculation and profiting from ALR land for nonfarm uses.

This may result in increased farmland prices, making it harder for true farmers to acquire land for farming. These kinds of impacts to farmland and farming were what resulted in the formation of the ALR 40 years ago.

We are fortunate to have the ALR and the independent ALC in this province. The regional districts of the province have all developed their own community plans in accordance with the existing ALC Act. There is also already a delegation agreement between the ALC and the Oil and Gas Commission (OGC) whereby the OGC permits certain oil and gas activities on ALR land. The perception that only farming activities are permitted on ALR land under the existing Act is simply not true.

However, the independent ALC is critical as a sober oversight that is detached from local interest and decision making that may not be in the best interest of the greater good, which ultimately is protection of farmland for future generations. It is actually a good system, but not a perfect one.

However, any changes should only come as a result of a thoughtful and widely consulted process. I am told that the so called core review process did not even consult with the ALC. These are the people who deal with these issues every day, and I would almost bet the farm that they could offer useful suggestions. As reported by Gwynne Dyer, the real message of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s report is that the main impact is on the food supply. Worldwide, food production is predicted to decline.

Therefore, we should consider preserving farmland as our priority, even if it is for future production, not short term financial gain from non-farm uses. Furthermore, we should be concerned about our current need to import over 50 per cent of the food we need. Our government should be taking steps to increase our food self-sufficiency, not proposing to gut the precious ALC Act. Ken Boon Fort St. John

Too much ‘medical’ interference in our lives already Editor: I firmly support those families in the Fraser Valley and elsewhere who refuse to allow their offspring to be jabbed with needles in the name of ‘vaccination.’

We have a God-given right to be free of so-called ‘medical’ interference in our lives and the lives of our children.

Furthermore, we should be free of all unsolicited interventions in a silly chase for perfect health. For instance, there is no reason why we should be forced to ingest fluoride with our drinking water just because it supposedly reduces tooth decay. And, while we’re at it, why must we have chlorine, another known poison, added to that same drinking water just because it’s supposed to kill germs. Who says there are such things as germs anyway? Have you ever seen one?

While we are at enhancing our freedoms, let’s stop

government interference with our foods. We don’t need pesky inspectors to tell us what is wholesome food. We can smell bad foods. And supposed air pollution? We all know that is the smell of money. It is good for us and our economy.

Let’s dispose of these parasites who pose as doctors and dentists and go back to the tried and true methods used by our ancestors who wrote holy books. Give me a good old witch doctor with this rattles, incantations and blood letting when I am sick and possessed of devils.

Those freed from useless jobs in medical clinics, hospitals, and dental practices could be freed to work the mines and mills to increase our economy, the only true pursuit worth of our labours.

James Loughery Prince George

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Fluoridation affects animals Editor: We read your articles on the fluoridation Class Action Law Suit in your Friday, March 7, 2014 Free Press newspaper. The article describes that after many years of fluorida-

tion in the City of Prince George, including several efforts to have fluoridation ended, your city is now dealing with a dental fluorosis class action lawsuit.

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Allan WISHART/Free Press Volunteer PG president Tim Bennett unveils the group’s new logo Friday at Pine Centre Mall. The event was scheduled to kick off National Volunteer Week, and 2015 Canada Winter Games community relations manager Alyson Gourlay-Cramer announced the Games would donate $2.15 to Volunteer PG for each volunteer who signed up with the Games between April 7 and 11.

Cathy Justus from Pagosa Springs, Colorado.

We moved to Pagosa in 1978 from a nonfluoridated community in California wanting to continue breeding and raising show quality quarterhorses. Our horses had been and remained healthy until in 1985 artificial fluoridation started.

All our horses started manifesting many and varied ailments without any change except the water. They ranged from chronic colics to personality changes, reproductive to skeletal problems, skin ailments to neurological problems, from heart problems to cancer.

It was my suspicion that the fluoridated water was the culprit since fluoride is a systemic, cumulative toxin that can cause virtually any chronic degenerative disease depending on the individual’s inherent weakness. Not a single vet, including even university vets, could tell us why our horses and dogs were getting progressively sicker and dying until I found Dr. Lennart Krook PhD, DVM at Cornell University in New York. We sent bone samples for necropsy and scientific analysis.

Not one previous veterinary necropsy done had tested the bones nor had they looked at the teeth of our animals. What Dr. Krook found can be seen in the first necropsy and tooth report at www.mys-

Fluoridation an important measure in dental health: Northern Health Editor: Water fluoridation is recognized by the World Health Organization as one of the 10 greatest public health achievements of the 20th century.

It has been studied more than any other health measure and time and time again, proven to be safe and recognized as “Best Practice”. The use of fluoride for the prevention of dental caries is endorsed by over 90 national and international professional health organizations such as Health Canada, Canadian Dental Association, Canadian Medical Association, Canadian Paediatric Society, Canadian Public Health Association and Centre for Disease Control.

Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral, found in soil, water and plants. Fluoride is one of the most common elements in the earth’s crust. It is not artificially created. In the right concentration, fluoride safely helps protect against tooth decay.

All water contains some fluoride but not necessarily at the amount that helps protect teeth. Where naturally occurring fluoride levels are below the concentration that helps prevent tooth decay, water can be adjusted to the natural fluoride levels that safely protect against tooth decay.

Tooth decay (caries) is epidemic. It is the number one chronic disease in children and adolescents in North America. Dental caries is five times more common than asthma and seven times more common than hay fever. It is the most prevalent infectious disease in man and unlike other health care needs, not everyone can access dental care.

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living longer, keeping their teeth throughout their lifetime and many live on fixed incomes with about 10 per cent of our seniors in BC living below the poverty line. Medications often cause xerostomia (dry mouth where teeth are not protected by saliva) which increases the risk for tooth decay. Changes in fine motor skills make it harder to brush teeth effectively. Seniors may not have dental plans. All of this adds up to increased risk of poor oral health, affecting overall health and quality of life. Water fluoridation helps. It reaches everyone.

Water fluoridation costs less than $1 a year per person to help our most vulnerable. Water fluoridation is an important health measure that provides protection against tooth decay for all, especially those who cannot afford dental care. Every year, $1.8 to 2 million in hospital fees is spent on Northern Health residents for the treatment of tooth decay in hospital. Over time, it can be

expected that dental decay rates will increase if water fluoridation is discontinued. Studies continue to show an increase in dental decay rates in communities where water fluoridation is removed. An increase in the severity of tooth decay will compete with limited health care services resources.

Water fluoridation is supported by our community dental health experts – our dental professionals and dental programs. Ask your dentist about the benefits of adding fluoride to Prince George’s water. It helps everyone in our community.

For more information, visit northernhealth.ca for “Frequently Asked Questions” (FAQs). References to relevant and recent academic information are available.

Brenda Matsen, Dip DH, BHSc, RDH Program Manager – Preventative Public Health Dental Programs Northern Health Prince George, B.C.

pace.com/poisonedhorses (click on profile and scroll down). It was because of this scientific result of “chronic fluoride poisoning” that our water department finally listened to what my suspicions had been all along and ceased fluoridation. There were other deceased horses in our town necropsied by Dr. Krook also. Subsequently an editorial and two scientific peer reviewed manuscripts were published in the journal Fluoride, The Quarterly Journal of The International Society For Fluoride Research. www.fluorideresearch.org/391/files/3911-2. pdf , www.fluorideresearch.org/391/ files/3913-10.pdf , and www.fluorideresearch. org/392/files/39289-94.pdf There were two more scientific peer reviewed manuscripts published in this journal on fluoride poisoning of horses in Texas and India. There is a new peer reviewed manuscript in this journal on the damage that fluoride consumption is doing to race-horses. www.fluorideresearch.org/464/files/ FJ2013_v46_n4_p182-191.pdf That will take you to Google. Click on the site that says Sauerherber who is the author. Watch the documentary called “Poisoned Horses” on our experience after fluoridation began www.youtube.com/ watch?v=7TwwNZyRVOA. Wayne and Cathy Justus Palette J Ranch Quarter Horses Pagosa Springs, Colorado

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TERESA MALLAM | 250.564.0005 | arts@pgfreepress.com | www.pgfreepress.com READINGS On Tuesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. hear readings from two authors shortlisted for the B.C. Book Prize.

Ashley Little, author of The New Normal, and Jesse Donaldson, author of This Day in Vancouver, will be at Cafe Voltaire, Books and Company to do a free reading as part of their B.C. Book Prizes tour. Meet the celebrated authors and get some books signed.

CD RELEASE Derek Joyce and Rosewoods Diary are hosting a CD Release Concert at Artspace above Books and Company on Saturday, April 19. Doors open at 7 p.m. Music starts at 7:30 p.m. Concert tickets are $10 available at Books and Company on Third Avenue. Come out and enjoy some great music.

LITTLE ART Groop Gallery and PG Community Arts Council present the second annual Best Damn Little Art Auction Ever with six by six inch original artworks. Silent auction.

Friday, April 25 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Groop Gallery, 1127 Third Ave. MC Andrea Palmer, cash bar, food and fun. Visit www. groopgallery.ca for more information.

PROM NIGHT There will be a Diversity prom on April 25 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Moose Hall. The theme is Mardi Gras. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Supported by PFLAG Canada Prince George. Must have one piece of ID. Open to anyone 19 and under. For more information visit www.diversitypg.com.

Dancing for Dollars Performers North troupe will ‘Raise You Up’ Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com Dance takes discipline and dollars.

To reach the next level of excellence, dancers can showcase their talent and technique on a local stage during recitals, shows and dance festivals. However when they get the chance to compete at the B.C. Dance Competition (Provincials) in Prince Rupert, it’s like reaching out to grab the brass ring.

It is a solid achievement.

Dancers from all over the province perform a wide variety of dance disciplines at the Provincials and cash prizes and scholarships are awarded.

This month, dancers chosen for their performances at the PG Dance Festival will go on to Provincials.

The event runs May 4 to 10 and it means time is short to raise money for travel and related costs.

Performers North Entertainment Company from Judy Russell Enchainement Dance Centre has that well in hand with an April 13 fundraiser dance show, Raise You Up. Two pairs of siblings from the local studio can’t wait to get on the road – and on centre stage.

Laura Buchanan, 11, has been dancing with Enchainement dance centre since she was about three.

Her brother Steven, 14, began his dance lessons a little later, at age eight, but his passion for dance is just as strong. Both dancers gave stellar performances at this year’s PG Dance Festival and they were both chosen

Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Dancers at Judy Russell Enchainement Dance Centre rehearse a dance number Tuesday for their April 13 show at Vanier Hall. Raise You Up, a fundraiser for travel for dancers going to the Provincials, features over 30 award-winning dance performances.

by festival judges to dance at the 2014 Provincials.

“I really like [the idea of] going to competition, so we can learn from other dancers and adjudicators,” said Laura.

What advice on technique or adjudicators’ “pointers” have stayed with her the most as she dances?

“I remember the adjudicator telling us when we do our turns or pirouettes to make sure one leg attaches to the other leg,” Laura says, giggling. (She knows to a non-dancer, this makes no sense.) Is that something she has to work on?

“Oh, yes, every time,” she says, laughing, as the three other dancers in the interview room nod in agreement.

Steven prefers lyrical and jazz dance

and he too is looking forward to the dance competition in Prince Rupert.

There are still far fewer males in dance, something Steven hopes will pick up with the success of Judy Russell alumni like Isaac Smith of So You Think You Can Dance Canada fame.

“For me, dancing gives me a goal to work towards and to reach. I have a lot of friends who are in dance so we are like a family [at the studio] and I think it would be good to see more boys starting to dance.”

Two other siblings, Sara McGowan, 12 and her sister Kate, 14, share a common bond with their love of dance. They (along with the Buchanans and several other dancers from the studio and the dance community) will get to share a memorable experience

at the Provincials.

The McGowan sisters both started dancing as toddlers.

Red-haired Kate says she loves ballet “best” of all the dance disciplines.

“I have a lot of friends in dance, everyone is very supportive. And [Provincials] will be a good learning opportunity for me.”

Sara who enjoys jazz dancing, hopes her future includes travelling with the company troupe.

“I like to travel when we dance in places like Quesnel and Prince Rupert.”

That’s where Performers North Entertainment Company comes in.

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derness and its healing properties – and our landfills with all its garbage.”

MacDonald says she knows it won’t look as bad as it does now, after the annual spring clean up takes place – this year it is scheduled for April 27 – and Prince George community members and environmental groups pitch in to help out.

The exhibit showcases local artistic talent and the pieces are done in acrylics, mixed media, paper and other mediums.

The environmental show REFUSE: A Throw-Away Society is on display now at Artspace above Books and Company until April 30. There will be a celebration of this annual spring show on Wednesday, April 16 at Artspace starting at 7 p.m.

Light refreshments will be served.

The Annual Environmental Show is on exhibit at Artspace.

This year’s theme is all about what we throw away and how that adds up to an unsightly disposal ground over time. REFUSE: A Throw-Away Society features artworks, installations and poems by a number of local artists who want to draw attention to the garbage, the clutter, the plastic wrappers, the throw away containers and all the other refuse that ends up on our streets and in our midst.

Mary MacDonald explains that her piece, a poem called Refu g/se, is actually a play on the word refuge, places where she finds peace and beauty.

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Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Contributing artist Mary MacDonald with her poem Refu g/se about her reflections on the beauty of the northern landscape and the ugly – our garbage in the landfills. The piece is part of the annual Environmental Show REFUSE: A Throw-Away Society on display at Artspace this month.

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Dancers take to stage FROM PAGE 16 producer and dance studio owner Judy Russell says with Performers North it’s possible for the studio’s dancers to have the “truly wonderful experience” of going to the Provincials.

“We are getting our big show together to raise money for Performers North Entertainment Company. We are travelling once again to the B.C. Annual Dance Competition in Prince Rupert.

“This event is a truly wonderful experience for the dancers and their families. It also supports a wonderful community and promotes tourism in Teresa MALLAM/Free Press our region.”

Siblings Sara and Kate McGowan and Steven and Laura Buchanan from Judy Russell Enchainement The fundraiser Dance Centre are among the talented dancers chosen (from performances at the P.G. Dance show features over Festival) to perform at the B.C. Annual Dance Competition in Prince Rupert.

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who will discuss important issues girls are facing including drug awareness (including alcohol), social media safety, anti-bullying, nutrition and selfesteem. Girls will then break into training groups, based on ability, and work towards a goal of completing the final 5k challenge race.

Each group will be

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mentored by women from the community.

Appropriate clothing and footwear is required.

This is a fun program designed to increase self-esteem and empower young ladies to reach healthy fitness goals.

To register a girl for this program, please e-mail Linda Parker

at lparker@city.pg.bc. ca or Krista Levar at krista.levar@rcmpgrc.gc.ca and request an application. As an alternative, register in person at the Prince George RCMP Community Policing office located at 575 Brunswick Street until April 24 or at the new Detachment beginning April 28.

Bike swap and bake sale set for Sunday The Prince George Cycling Club’s sixth annual Bike Swap and Bottle Drive takes place this Sunday, April 13 at the Moose Hall on Douglas Street Every year, the swap meet connects used bikes and equipment to those who need it, and raises funds for the club’s many programs.

Those looking to sell their bicycles and cyclingrelated equipment can drop off their items at the Moose Hall at 663 Douglas St. on Sunday between 8 and 10:30 a.m. The sale will officially open at 11 a.m. and run until 2 p.m. The swap meet typically has 100 bicycles of all shapes and sizes available for sale by club volunteers.

In addition to finding great deals, swappers can

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consist of 14 75-minute sessions, as well as a final race and picnic.

Sessions will run from 4-5:15 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 6 to June 19, with the final race and picnic taking place on Saturday June 21. All sessions will be at Fort George Park.

Each session begins with a guest speaker

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also contribute to the Prince George Cycling Club’s fundraising goals by bringing their recyclables for the club’s annual bottle drive, or picking up items at the bake sale being held at the same time. The Prince George Cycling Club has been developing some major projects over the past year, and has contributed almost $10,000 of their own money to expanded mountain bike trails. The club also organizes Bike to Week & School Week, which returns this year in the last week in May. “Cycling in all forms is a very popular activity in Prince George. There are unlimited opportunities to ride for transportation, sport or recreation,” says club volunteer, Jillian Merrick. “A community bike sale is a great way to keep unused bikes from collecting dust in the garage and to help other cyclists meet their equipment needs affordably.”

More information on the Bike Swap can be found on the Prince George Cycling Club website: www.pgcyclingclub.ca.

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A Little History…

Northern Hardware opened its doors March 31, 1919.

Ted Moffat started working at the family store since he was 12 years old. He bought out the eleven other family shareholders in 1993.

Ted gave a lot of credit of the success of the business to his large loyal and hardworking staff, especially the longest serving of whom is 85 year old, Hilliard Clare.

Ted Moffat 1993 - 2013

Ted’s two children Dan and Kelly joined the business several years ago and have now become the fourth generation owners. Ted lost a courageous battle to cancer in February 2013. His daughter Kelly is now the new CEO and is looking forward to many years of serving Prince George.

Kelly Green New CEO

Champion… arrived at the Northern in the early 1950s. A gentleman by the name of “Andy Isabelle” traded us the “horse” for a boat and motor. It was .10 cents then and it is still .10 cents to ride today.

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Notice of the 69th Annual General Meeting

Monday, April 28, 2014 Time: Meeting: 7:00PM, Supper: 5:45 PM Location: Nechako Senior Citizens Friendship Center To Consider: ³ Review 2013 financial statement. Sales increased 8.6% to $219.4 million and net savings increased by $385,000 to over $14.4 million or 6.6% of sales. ³ Directors recommendation of a patronage allocation of $9.4 million or 4.45% of 2013 purchases. ³ Election of 2 Directors for the Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser, Fraser Lake, Burns Lake, Prince George areas and 1 director for Terrace. ³ Co-op Gift Certificates, Hampers and Door Prizes valued at $500.

Complimentary tickets for supper must be picked up prior to April 18th at the Co-op General Office.

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Interested in letting your name stand for the Board of Directors of Vanderhoof and Districts Co-operative Association?

Directors participate jointly, with a total of nine Directors in planning and controlling the affairs of the co-operative, guided by Association Bylaws and Policies, so that it effectively moves toward achieving the objectives of the Co-operative. Nomination packages can be picked up at the Admin Office, Prince George, Quesnel Agro-C-Store, Houston or Terrace Branches. The form should be dropped off at the office prior to April 18, 2014.

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Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Worth celebrating.... with a pet skunk thrown in for good measure. Scott White (left) and Peter Fenton look forward to the world premiere of their play, Bemused, which runs at Theatre North West from April 24 to May 14.

“This is a comedy, a ‘screwball’ farce piece, but for the characters in the play, the stakes are high. They have put all their whole life into achieving their dream – it’s important to them.” And there’s no doubt that Bemused is important to its creators.

Bemused by Peter Fenton and Scott White, with music and lyrics by Scott White and directed

by Kevin McKendrick, runs April 24 to May 14 at Theatre North West, Parkhill Centre. Show time is 8 p.m.

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Everything else, the “brilliant” set design [by Ted Price], the comic situations, the hilarious lines – it’s all a surprise, say visiting playwrights Peter Fenton and Scott White.

The duo spoke to the Free Press on Wednesday about their two to three year process getting Bemused completed and into the capable hands of a well-chosen Theatre North West cast and crew.

The TNW production will be the world premiere of their play, a comedy set in the 1940s in Manhattan. In Prince George, the play showcases hand-picked actors from across Canada, actors at the top of their game with amazing skill sets.

White was here in 2000 for TNW’s Lost Years, a musical, and he’s proud that Bemused is being unveiled here first because TNW and its audiences are well-known for their support and enthusiasm.

“This play requires seven actors who can sing well, do comedy well, and have other skill sets and that can be a challenge for many theatre companies,” he says.

“Producer Samantha [MacDonald] literally went from one end of the country to the other in her search for actors. There is music performed live on stage by the cast and they have to be gifted comedically too. Barrie Wood (Marcel Fitzsimmons) does a tap-dancing routine [another secret revealed]. The cast comes from as far east as Montreal (Ksenia Thurgood, who plays Carol Walcott) to the west with Vancouver actors Steven Greenfield (George Walcott) and Deb Williams (Iris Langdon).”

There is mischief in Fenton’s eyes as he describes how the two creative writers work together as a team, White writing the songs to go with the storyline and Fenton not wanting to lose a single “gem” – a word or funny line – Fenton is a real-life paleontologist which may have something to do with that. White with his musical background, is organized and good at reining him in and editing words out, he says – but also a great song had to get reduction surgery.

He says the audience will be on a wave throughout the company, buoyed up and down with laughter and purposeful rests.

Spoiler alert – he allows there are two pianos on stage, one a grand piano just brought on set Wednesday.

Both say that watching the rehearsals and the play coming together has given them lots of joy and satisfaction.

For White, there is a moment during rehearsals where you can “see it all coming together” and that happened Tuesday night, he says.

“We were pretty sure the script worked when we finished it. As writers our work is done but you know for sure it’s working when the actors are performing it on stage and here in Prince George, that’s preview night. The final element is the audience.”

The characters are funny, he says, but they are not caricatures.

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for Wheelin’ Warriors Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com A lot changed while Erik Dierks was gone from the BC Cancer Foundation.

“When I left (in the early 2000s),” says the vice president of development for the foundation, “we were raising a little more than $20 million a year.

“We raised $58.2 million last year.”

Dierks will be in Prince George as a guest speaker at the Wheelin’ Warriors of the North fundraising dinner on April 12.

Courtesy BC Cancer Foundation The Wheelin’ Warriors are a local Erik Dierks, the vice president of team of cyclists which rides in development for the BC Cancer the annual Ride to Conquer Can- Foundation, will be the guest speaker at the Wheelin’ Warriors of the North cer from Vancouver to Seattle.

“They were a real success story dinner and dance on April 12 at the last year,” Dierks said of the War- Treasure Cove Showroom. job. I would have loved to stay in riors. “It was their first year and they put together a really strong team.” Hong Kong a couple more years, but I knew I wanted to come back.”

Last year, the Warriors raised more Since rejoining the foundation than $100,000 for the foundation, and last year, Dierks says the pace hasn’t they’re hoping to top that figure this slowed. year. Karin Piche was (and still is) the “From now until June, we’ll be busy main organizer for the team, and she’s with the Ride, then things really get the reason Dierks is coming here to rolling after that. December is another speak. busy time, because that’s when a lot “I was up late last year for a fundof people are thinking about bequests raiser and Karin, foolishly, asked if I and other forms of giving.” would be willing to come up and talk The Wheelin’ Warriors of the North about the foundation and its work.”

Free Wheelin’ dinner and dance is Dierks says the Ride to Conquer set for April 12 at the Treasure Cove Cancer is one of the areas which fall Showroom. Doors open at 6 p.m. and under his portfolio of development. the dinner is at 7 p.m.

“Development, for us, is how we Before dinner would be the best describe fundraising. Whether it’s the time to take a look at the silent aucride, arranging for corporate or pertion items they have had donated sonal donations, setting up bequests. including a custom-made locket It’s all part of what I do.” from Marny Williams of South Hill He had worked in a number of deDesigns, a gift basket from Koops Bike velopment roles for the foundation in Shop, an office chair from SpeeDee, his first stint, before leaving for other two one-year gym memberships for opportunities. the Charles Jago Northern Sport Cen“I worked with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and then I spent tre, a painting by Cara Roberts, and three years with the Hong Kong Inter- much more.

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MERCI À TOUS NOS COMMANDITAIRES! THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS! Pour le succès du 29e Festival d’Hiver FRANCOFUN 2014 For the Success of the 29th FRANCOFUN Winter Festival 2014 Commanditaires Or / Gold Sponsors

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The 29th FRANCOFUN Winter Festival was also successful thanks to our volunteers, our government funders and our official partners.

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Datebook www.pgfreepress.com Friday Walk of Sorrows, April 18, 12:30 p.m., from City Hall to courthouse.

Read-to-me Storytime, Fridays, 10-10:45 a.m., South Fort George Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle. Information: 250-614-0684.

Al-Anon New Hope AFG meets Fridays, 1:15-2:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 483 Gillett St. Information: 250-561-3244.

Saturday Craft and bake sale, April 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

Spring book sale, April 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., downtown library.

Information: Margaret 250-561-2310.

Easter sale, April 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church.

Information: Rose Marie 250-564-3577.

Dr. Information: 250563-6450.

Nechako Public Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 5100 North Nechako Rd. A Butler’s Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave. Bible talks, Sundays, 4 p.m., Columbus Community Centre, 7201 Domano Blvd.

Sunday Driscoll Range Easte End strenuous snowshoe hike, April 13, meet 7:50 a.m., city hall parking lot. Information: Nowell 250-562-7485.

Craft and bake sale, April 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

Home-based business expo, April 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway.

Spring book sale, April 13, 1-4 p.m., downtown library.

Information: Margaret 250-561-2310.

Home-based business expo, April 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway.

Nechako Public Market, Sundays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 5100 North Nechako Rd.

Crib tournament, April 12. Registration 10 a.m., play 11 a.m.

Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow

A Butler’s Market, Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave.

“GIVE A LITTLE… GAIN A LOT!” Canadian Cancer Society May 10-11 Relay For Life - Celebrate, Remember and Fight Back against cancer! Join a team or come volunteer. Volunteers are needed in various areas, such as Information, Luminaries, Volunteer Tent, Site Greeters and Site Takedown. Visit www.cancervolunteer.ca Nancy, 250-645-2368 CNIB - May 29 CNIB needs outgoing, bubbly & energetic volunteers for our upcoming Drive Thru BreakfastThurs, May 29 at Costco Parking Lot from 6 am to 9:30am. Volunteers Needed For: Setup & Take Down, Serve Coffee & Hand Out Breakfast Bags. Email Sharon.pratt@cnib.ca Sharon Pratt 250-563-1702 Huble Homestead - May 10 Site Set-Up – Help needed to load and unload site supplies and set up on-site buildings and displays.

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Monday Canasta, April 14, 7 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

Tai Chi, Mondays, 1:30 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr.

Cariboo Toastmasters meet Mondays, 7:309:30 p.m., Ramada Hotel, 444 George St. Information: caribootoastmasters.com or Laura (250) 961-3477.

Al-Anon Hart Serenity AFG meets Mondays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-5613244.

Northern Twister Square Dance Club meets Mondays, 7 p.m., Knox United Church basement. Information: Gys 250- 563-4828 or Reta 250-962-2740.

Tuesday Full moon easy snowshoe hike, April 15, meet 7:50 p.m., city hall parking lot. Information: Nowell 250-562-7485.

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Bridge, Tuesdays, 1 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr.

Center City Toastmasters meet Tuesday, noon, City Hall Annex.

Information: 9164. toastmastersclubs.org.

Al-Anon PG Beginners AFG meets Tuesdays, 7-7:45 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-5613244.

ACBL duplicate bridge, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., 425 Brunswick St. Informarion: 250-5611685.

Buddhist meditation class, Tuesdays, 7:15-8:45 p.m., 320 Vancouver St. Information: 250-962-6876 or www. kmcvancouver.org.

Spruce Capital Toastmasters meet Tuesdays, 7:25 p.m., 102-1566 7th Ave. Information: Tom 250562-3402.

Sweet Adelines women’s four-part chorus meets Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., Studio 2880.

New members welcome.

Information: Kathy 250563-5170.

Wednesday Bingo, Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Spruce Capital Senior Recreation Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Whist, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Senior Activity Centre, 425 Brunswick St. Al-Anon Hart Courage AFG meets Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-5613244.

Hart Toastmasters, Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre. Information: harttoastmasters.ca CNC Retirees meet fourth Wednesday, 9 a.m., D’Lanos.

Information: Lois 250563-6928.

Save-On Spruceland store manager Brian Gandy presents Trevor Chambers with his prize as a winner in the Every Kid’s Dream contest. Trevor won two tickets to the Vancouver Canucks game on Thursday against the Colorado Avalanche, a chance to skate with the Canucks in the pre-game warm up and stand with them for the national anthems, and $500 spending money.

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2065 - 1st Ave. • 250-563-0883 www.csninc.ca Army Cadet Rangers free youth program, meets Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Connaught Youth Centre. Information: Sondra 250-963-9462 or Andrew 250-981-8270.

Thursday Easter ham lunch, April 17, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Information: 250-5636450.

Bingo, April 17, 12:30 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

Whist, April 17, 7 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

Crown Market, Thursday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway.

Little Artists, Thursdays, 10:3011:30 a.m., South Fort George Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle.

Information: 250-6140684.

Prince George Grassroots Cribbage Club registration, 6:30 p.m. play 6:45

p.m., Thursdays, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Information: Gerda 250564-8561.

ACBL duplicate bridge, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., 425 Brunswick St. Informarion: 250-5611685.

Tai chi, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: Lister 250964-3849 or listerchen@ shaw.ca.

DayBreakers Toastmasters meets Thursday, 7-8 a.m., UHNBC Conference Room 1. Information: Heather 250-649-9591.

Al-Anon Mustard Seed AFG meets Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., St. Michael’s Anglican Church, 1505 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-561-3244.

BC Civil Liberties Union meets second Thursday of the month, 6 p.m., 1575 Fifth Ave. Plaza 400 Toastmaster Club meets Thursday, noon, Aleza room, fourth floor, Plaza 400 building, 1011 4th Ave. Information: 6252.

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Prince George Toastmasters meet Thursdays, 7:15 p.m., AiMHi, 950 Kerry St. Information: pgtoastmasters.com, Joyce 250-964-0961.

Old Time Fiddlers jam, Thursday, 7-10 p.m. Elder Citizens Rec Centre, 1692 10th Ave. ECRA Forever Young Chorus meet Thursdays, 12:45 p.m., ECRA, 1692 10th Ave.

Support Groups Singles and friends, social group of people of all ages and diverse backgrounds, meets Wednesdays, 7 p.m., A&W on 20th Avenue.

Wednesday Tops (take off pounds sensibly) noon, AiMHi, 950 Kerry St. Information: Diane 250-964-6072.

Prostate Cancer Support Group meets 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month, UNBC Community Care Centre in BMO Building. Informa-

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Learning Circle Literacy Program works with adult learners and families on literacy, numeracy and computing skills.

Information: 250564-3568 ext. 228, or literacy@pgnfc.com.

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Power Play, for children from newborns to five years old, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m.noon, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m., South Fort George Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle Ave. Information: 250-6149449.

NorthBreast Passage Dragon Boat Society meets first Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., Chronic Disease Management Room, UHNBC. Information: Anita 250-563-2949 or Betty 250-962-7985.

The Community Datebook provides free community event listings every Friday. Submissions are accepted in written form only – dropped off, mailed or emailed – No Phone Calls please. Datebook runs as space allows, there is no guarantee of publication. Mail to 1773 South Lyon St., Prince George BC V2N 1T3. E-mail datebook@pgfreepress.com

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Drop off at Central Builders, 1501 Central Street, Prince George until Saturday, April 26 at 5 p.m. or at the CHBA Home Show April 25-27 till noon. Please call the CHBA office at 250-563-3306 for more info.

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Tech sector grows and opportunities abound Andrew Wilkinson Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens’ Services VICTORIA - This week, BC Stats released a progress report that shows the growing strength of British Columbia’s high-technology sector. This report is a solid indication that the BC Jobs Plan is working and that British Columbia now competes with the best in the industry.

Most British Columbians are already familiar with home-grown success stories like Hootsuite, Global Relay, Mobify and Plenty of Fish. But we’re also home to companies such as D-Wave in Burnaby that may not be household names, but D-Wave is recognized by companies such as Google as a truly global leader in one of the most technologically complex fields in the world, quantum computing.

In fact, there are many local businesses drawing international attention.

Seamor Marine in Nanaimo recently partnered with NASA to build underwater robots that will assist the NASA Space Program. Another example is Trulioo, a Vancouver-based company that provides social media, mobile and web identification services. While this company has a catchy name, it’s also on venture capitalist mogul David Blumberg’s radar as possibly the next Hootsuite.

This company is rapidly expanding as an industry pioneer and they’re doing it right here in B.C. The province is also attracting foreign investments in technology development centres for Star Wars productions, Amazon, Facebook, Twitter and Electronic Arts. The recent TED conference was hosted in Vancouver after being based in California since it first opened.

The list goes on. These global powerhouses recognize the competitive advantages our province offers and are bringing their business here and putting down roots.

We know this didn’t happen overnight. It takes good people with great ideas, who are willing to develop their ideas and build companies, to get to the level of prosperity that we are seeing today.

That’s why we’re working hard to support the sector with the fuel people need to get their ideas into the marketplace. Through our support of the BC Innovation Council (BCIC), we’re providing strong support for budding local entrepreneurs who are trying to get their companies and ideas launched in a very competitive industry.

For example, BCIC’s provincewide Venture Acceleration Program provides guidance, coaching and training for early stage technology entrepreneurs and innovators.

The program helps to accelerate the process of defining a business model based on best

practices for starting and growing technology entrepreneurs.

Since 2011, the BCIC accelerator program has grown to 10 delivery partners throughout the province. Nearly 300 entrepreneurs have been trained, 523 jobs have been created, and $9.9 million in revenue generated by this program.

The recent tech report shows that 253 new businesses emerged in the B.C. tech sector last year.

These new businesses are now working alongside industry veterans like Sierra Wireless, a global leader in wireless technology.

MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates is another pillar of the community and a surprising number of today’s successes can be tracked back to spinoffs from this Richmond based company that designs, builds, launches and operates satellites.

While the numbers we’re seeing are impressive, we don’t intend to rest here.

We’ll continue to work with the BC Innovation Council, to find ways to continue to grow the tech sector. Building a strong tech sector means more opportunities and greater economic prosperity for British Columbians in the years to come.

PRINCE GEORGE NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE

For over 30 years members of the Grace Anglican Church in Prince George have prepared and donated baby layettes to provide support to families.

They are distributed through programs delivered by Public Health Nursing and the Babies New Beginnings pregnancy outreach program. On hand for the presentation are Lisa Devine, Northern Health Public Health Nurse; Robyn Ocean, BNBPOP Family Support Worker; Jody Youb, BNBPOP Resource Nurse; Carol Helgason, Coordinator for the Grace Anglican Church Layette Program; and Heather George, Nursing Student.

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Our People make a difference in the community The Prince George Native Friendship Centre, a visionary non-profit society, has been serving the needs of the entire community for the past 43 years.

We are seeking candidates for the following position within our organization

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FAMILY WELLNESS PROGRAMS: Aboriginal Supported Child Development Program Support Worker Closing date: April 23, 2014 at 4 pm ADMINISTRATION: Janitor – Floor Maintenance Closing date: April 28, 2014 at 4 pm A hard copy listing the roles, responsibilities and qualifications of the position are available from the Prince George Native Friendship Centre’s web site at www.pgnfc.com (click on Join Our Team / Careers).

To apply, submit a resume, cover letter and three (3) references detailing which position you are applying for, to: Prince George Native Friendship Centre 1600 Third Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 3G6 Fax: (250) 563-0924 E-mail: employment@pgnfc.com Applications will be accepted until dates noted on posting, no telephone inquiries please. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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YOUTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES: Friendship Home Coordinator Closing date: April 14, 2014 FAMILY WELLNESS PROGRAMS: Little Friends Day Care ECE Assistant Closing date: April 16, 2014

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Building Inspector I District of Kitimat, full time permanent bargaining unit position wage range $36.33/hr - $43.63/hr, over 2 years. Duties include plan checking reviews, inspections and enforcement functions related to building construction to ensure conformance with legislation, regulations and standards, and explaining and enforcing municipal bylaws. Preferred applicants will have a Technology CertiďŹ cate related to building construction or equivalent; BOABC level 2 certiďŹ cation and a Class 5 driver’s license. Submit applications by April 30, 2014, 4:30 p.m., to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat B.C. V8C 2H7, Tel 250-632-8900, Fax 250632-4995, or by e-mail at dok@kitimat.ca. Community information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca. Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 9 April 2014 Reservoir Elevation: 850.13 m (2789.15 ft.)

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Marketing & Development OfÄcer Theatre North West is seeking an enthusiastic individual for the full-time position of Marketing & Development OfÄcer.

Primary responsibilities include: • Implementing all marketing, communication and promotional campaigns • Maintaining and developing the organization’s sponsorship and corporate revenue base and seeking out potential advertising revenue • Overseeing the organization’s fundraising efforts & assisting on the International Wine Festival The ideal candidate will have relevant post-secondary education in Marketing or Arts Administration (or equivalent experience) and experience in arts marketing or the non-proÄt sector. Other qualiÄcations include: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • High standard of organization and efÄciency • Computer skills – Microsoft OfÄce, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator • Ability to network and maintain community, client and sponsor relationships • Ability to work independently and according to set targets and deadlines • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment A driver’s license is required. Salary is commensurate with experience. For full job description, theatrenorthwest.com/ mdoposting. Please send application in conÄdence by May 2, 2014, complete with resume, salary expectations, references and availability to: search@theatrenorthwest.com, subject line: M&DO. We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Taseko Mines Limited (Taseko) is a mining exploration, development and production company. Our main assets are the Gibraltar coppermolybdenum mine just north of Williams Lake, the Prosperity goldcopper project, south west of Williams Lake, as well as the Harmony gold prospect in the Queen Charlotte Islands and Aley niobium prospect north west of Mackenzie, BC. At Taseko Mines we are growing our Gibraltar operations, delivering exciting new projects, and investing heavily in the communities where we live and work. Our formula for success is combining a working environment and community that allows our employees and their families to thrive.

Our Operational Investment in Gibraltar includes: • Since re-opening Gibraltar in 2004 Taseko has invested nearly $700 million in new state-of-the-art mining and milling equipment • Investment in the mine’s production capability from 80 million to 180 million pounds of copper per year • We have expanded the workforce to over 700 employees working at Gibraltar, making us the largest private sector employer in the Cariboo • Based on our investment the current mine life of Gibraltar is estimated to be an additional 25 years and will be the second largest open-pit mine in Canada GIBRALTAR MINE: ROCK-SOLID CAREER GROWTH Our investment in our people includes a new and innovative Performance Management Program that aligns our employees’ professional goals with a clear understanding of the milestones and timelines to achieve them. This competency and performance based program results in unmatched career management controls for our employees and truly allows you to decide how far you want to take your career.

To meet our aggressive goals for the company, we are committed to making Gibraltar Mines the premier destination for resource sector professionals, a commitment that extends to the surrounding communities as we strive to create the best work/life environment in our industry.

CAREER: As part of our continuous growth we are currently sourcing a Cost Accountant at our Gibraltar Mine to complement our world class team. If you have relevant qualifications, operational experience and a desire to improve your career and quality of life, we would be honored to have you consider Gibraltar Mines.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: • Prepares and distributes monthly cost reports • Provides analysis of cost trends and variances to stakeholders • Maintains fixed asset ledger and performs monthly reconciliation • Assists with preparation of annual budgets and subsequent forecast updates • Assists with completion of government surveys • Prepares monthly GL reconciliations • Responds to information requests as required and completes and submits internal financial reports • Prepares and posts journal entries to the general ledger QUALIFICATIONS: • Accounting designation (CA, CMA, or CGA) • Valid Driver’s Licence • Considerable knowledge of standard office and accounting software and familiarity with information technology products and services EXPERIENCE: • 3 years relevant experience, mining experience would be a definite asset. A combination of education, training and experience will be considered • Experience with MS Office software and functional keyboard skills CAPABILITIES: • Ability to maintain information confidentiality • Accomplished written, verbal and group presentation skills INTRIGUED? Qualified applicants, eligible to work in Canada, are invited to explore this opportunity by submitting a cover letter and detailed resume outlining your qualifications and experience.

Please visit us at www.tasekomines.com under the careers section to electronically submit your application or to learn more about our New Prosperity, Aley and Harmony projects.

COMPENSATION: Gibraltar offers an excellent benefit package which includes competitive salary, a Registered Retirement Savings Plan and relocation assistance to Williams Lake. Transportation is provided to/from Williams Lake and the mine site.

Williams Lake and area offers a unique combination of small city facilities, reasonably priced housing, excellent outdoor recreational opportunities and a temperate climate, all in a very central location, within easy driving distance to Kamloops, the Okanagan and the Lower Mainland. Information on Williams Lake can be found on the City of Williams Lake website at www.williamslake.ca.

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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Prince George terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta.

Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

To join our team of professional drivers, email a resume, current driver’s abstract & details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Call: 604-968-5488 Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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Sales Person Wanted The Logomap & Guide Co. is looking for a hard working sales person in advertising and products. Must be neat and well mannered, experience an asset, a reliable vehicle. Wage and or Commission.

Apply with resume to ron.craig@shaw.ca WANTED: SERVICE TECHNICIAN - SUNNY THOMPSON REGION. Kamloops dealership is currently accepting applications for full-time Journeyman & Apprentice RV Technicians. All applicants must have direct RV experience, possess own tools, have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and take great pride in the work they perform. It is our goal to provide an exceptional customer experience for all our clients. We place great emphasis on customer satisfaction and quality workmanship and need people who will help us maintain this goal. We truly care about our employees and provide a positive, happy work environment with competitive wages and benefits. Requirements: - Possess Own Tools - Be Journeyman/Red Seal or period 1, 2, 3 Registered Apprentice RV Technician - Possess Valid Class 5 BCDL (Air/51 Endorsement an asset) - Excellent attendance - Self-motivated team player - Keen attention to detail - Maintain a positive attitude under pressure - Committed to lifelong learning If this sounds like a good fit and you possess the above mentioned qualifications we want to hear from you. How to Apply: With resume and references to: Attention: Service Manager By Email: service@jubileerv.com By Fax: (250) 851-9775 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Cashier KG Corner Store #1 (Hart Hwy Husky) / Kidd Ventures Ltd. 8087 Hart HWY Prince George BC V2K 3B8 Full Time - Permanent Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible Job Description: * Customer service oriented * Operate cash register * Process money, cheques and credit/debit card payments * Scan items * Tabulate total payment for goods or services required * Receive payment for goods or services * Calculate daily/shift payments received and reconcile with total sales * Suggestive selling * Stock shelves and clean counter area * Greet customers * Enter prices of items on cash register * Assist with other duties as needed Requirements: *Education: Some high school *Experience: Experience an asset Salary: $10.71 to $14.00 Hourly, 40.00 Hours per week.

Please note that this is a 24hrs business and this position requires working on flexible schedules and rotating shifts.

Cashier duties include servicing customers in all parts of our business gas, car wash, mini storage and U-Haul rentals.

Benefits: As a Benefit package the employer will provide dental insurance, extended medical insurance after 6 months with the company, uniforms and discounts.

Apply by e-mail to: jobs.kiddventures@canadaemail.ca Apply by mail to: 8087 Hart HWY Prince George BC V2K 3B8 Apply by fax to: 250-962-2742 CLEANING SUPERVISOR req’d. Sal: $18.00/hr. F/t, Pmt. 1+ yrs. exp. Duties: Supervise and co-ordinate the activities of cleaners.

Inspect and ensure of established safety and cleanliness standards are met. Hire, train and schedule staff.

Estimate and optimize budget. Lang: English. Contact: Harpreet from Northstar Janitorial Services in 193 Aitken Cr, Prince George, BC, V2L 4N3, BC. Apply at lehal1986@hotmail.ca CLUXEWE RESORT MANAGER needed at Kwakiutl Band in Port Hardy. Competitive salary and free accommodations. Deadline midnight April 15.

Email hr@kwakiutl.bc.ca for job description and to apply.

Tease Hair is looking for full or part time stylists. Please apply with resume to 7582 Hart Highway. 250-962-0212

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Billy Barker Casino Hotel CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black Press has a very unique opportunity for the right person.

We currently have an opening for a sales person to help us with our paid distribution newspapers across B.C. This position means getting out in the community and talking to subscribers about our newspapers and working to build stronger relationships with existing readers of our newspapers.

It also includes finding new subscribers for our newspapers and helping introduce them our award winning host of community newspapers. This is not a year-around position and will run from March to October each year.

We offer a spectacular compensation package and bonus incentives. Your own vehicle is required, but we cover all travel expenses. This is really a great opportunity for the right person. It is a different type of job, but definitely has different types of rewards. If you feel this position would be the perfect fit for you, then we would love to hear from you.

Please email all enquiries to Michelle Bedford at circulation@trailtimes.ca.

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“HEAD CHEF” position is a Full-Time Management job for a hands-on managing Chef to handle all aspects in the Kitchen at the Billy Barker Casino Hotel in Quesnel, BC. Must lead the kitchen team, possess excellent communication skills, leadership, and time management skills.

Chef experience of no less than 5 years with a history of loyalty to one employer.

Experience in hiring, training, supervision of up to 15 kitchen personnel, discipline and terminating exercises. Ordering supplies, scheduling of kitchen help.

Must hold a valid WHMIS and FOODSAFE, and First Aid Level 1 certificate.

Salary range is $40,000. to $48,000. per year, depending on experience.

Apply via email to glizotte@billybarkercasino.com with detailed resume complete with references.

“CHEF” up to 3 “Chef” positions are available to commence by late April, 2014. The Billy Barker Casino Hotel in Quesnel, BC is looking for experienced and energetic people in our new kitchen, for preparing and presenting of all food items. Some supervision is required, and will work closely with the Head Chef.

Ensure kitchen sanitation is maintained, all safety and security precautions are met and health standards are observed. Salary range is $27,000. to $33,000. per year, depending on experience.

Apply via email to glizotte@billybarkercasino.com with a detailed resume complete with references.

NOW HIRING FOR ALL POSITIONS Monday to Sunday All Shifts Including 24 Hour Available FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING:

We create a new schedule weekly, in order to be as Áexible as possible with our employees’ needs.

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If you choose to progress through our training program, you could achieve the position of crew trainer, team leader, or swing manager. As you progress through each of these positions you will learn management and communication training, and invaluable life skills that will be an asset in any future career you choose.

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ACCOUNTANT (WOODLANDS) Adams Lake Division

International Forest Products Limited (Interfor) is a growth-oriented lumber company with operations in Canada and the United States. The Company has annual production capacity of 2.6 billion board feet and offers one of the most diverse lines of lumber products to customers around the world.

Major Responsibilities: • Responsible for producing the Woodlands financial statements, government reporting and analysis, including preparation of the monthly woodlands cost statements, balance sheet analysis and reconciliation.

• Administrative duties including collating monthly financial package, minute taking, safety data maintenance, and ordering office supplies.

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The ideal candidate will possess the following preferred skills and qualifications: • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills • Post-secondary education required • Pursuing a professional accounting designation (CGA, CPA) is highly preferred • Minimum three years of experience in forestry or related manufacturing industry To express interest in this opportunity, please apply online at www.interfor.com/careers We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment background check.

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LOOKING for a lasting career with opportunities for growth and advancement? Due to rapid expansion in Northern BC, A&W is currently seeking Store Managers. If you have a proven track record in management and are energetic, hard-working, and enjoy a fast-paced work environment, a career with A&W may be for you. We offer an excellent compensation and incentive package. Locations: Vanderhoof, Burns Lake, Smithers & Terrace. For more information, or to apply, send resume by email to will@christys.ca

OfÀce Support A building materials supply company has an immediate opening for a full-time administrative assistant.

This person needs to be reliable, friendly, polite, and a self starter.

Responsibilities: Applicant will be responsible for coordinating shipments, data entry, answering telephones and responding to customer inquiries, communicating with vendors, creating and filing purchase orders, website updates, answering telephones in a courteous manner, maintaining a positive attitude toward customers and team members, and other miscellaneous tasks. Great benefits and salary is commensurate with experience.

Forward resumes to hr@royaletileco.com.

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Jani-King wants candidates who: • Have a desire to help others • Are service-oriented • Can work flexible schedules • Are bondable • Can handle a fast pace jordan.roy.bc@janiking.ca

Trades, Technical J. WALSH & SONS • WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE BEST. • WE ARE READY TO HIRE 2 FULL TIME TRADES PEOPLE. Willing to pay premium wages, top benefits in industry.

For the right person Substantial signing bonus.

PLUMBER With gas ticket, sheet metal furnace install experience.

REFRIGERATION HVAC MECHANIC Lots of service experience.

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APPLY PERSONALLY TO FRANK WALSH - 250.372.5115 Fax: 1.250.372-5711 OR CHECK US OUT AT: www.jwalshandsons.com ATTENTION: Utility Tree Workers.

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Prince George Association for Community Living

CAREGIVER OPPORTUNITIES We are currently recruiting six male and female employees with full time or part time availability and 12 relief staff to create a positive home life, support people when participating in community events and assist with planning and delivery of skill building opportunities. You will also assist people with daily living skills which may include personal care.

Requirements Regular employees must complete Community and School Support (CASS) Courses 140, 145, 130, & 150 within two years. Related experience and ability to organize activities, establish rapport with clients, observe and recognize changes, and work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License and Driving Abstract; work may require the use of a personal vehicle. Basic computer skills and physical ability to carry out the duties are also required. Paid orientation/training; excellent benemts and Municipal Pension Plan provided.

With over 400 dedicated employees, AiMHi is an accredited organization providing advocacy, support and service to people who have special needs.

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This tender is for the construction of storm water, sanitary sewer, water main, shallow utilities and road construction on Bristol Road.

The owner reserves the right to reject any or all of the Tenders and the lowest tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Tender Documents may be viewed at the TerraceKitimat Airport Administration Office or at McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd. Suite #1 – 5008 Pohle Avenue, Terrace, B.C on or after April 10, 2014.

A recommended pre-tender meeting will be held on April 29, 2014 at the Terrace Kitimat Airport Administration Building at 10:00 a.m.

Tender documents may be obtained at no cost in PDF on or after April 10, 2014 from McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd., Suite #1 – 5008 Pohle Avenue, Terrace, BC V8G 4S8, or by hard copy for a non-refundable deposit of $150.00 made payable to McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd. Project Engineer contact: Joel Barkman, P.Eng. Phone: (250) 631-4071 or jbarkman@mcelhanney.com

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Legal Notices NOTICE IS GIVEN BY A1 Self Storage, under the Warehouse Lien Act, that a claim is made against the persons listed below for goods they have left in storage.

If the storage fees and related costs are not paid in full, and the goods removed by April 25, 2014, then the goods will be sold by silent auction on April 27th, 2014, at A-1 Self Storage, 3632 Hart Hwy, PG:

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Welcome to the driver’s seat

The Impala is roomy inside with Business Class legroom in the rear — and the theme continues with the use of quality materials throughout.

Keith Morgan

Impala leaps impressively to the top contemporary style favoured by The 2014 Chevrolet Impala is the many competitors. Its lines actubest domestic sedan ever, really? ally lean closer towards classy, That was the question front of rather than sporty. mind when I heard such a boast Let’s open the driver’s door. As its from a General Motors execuoutward appearance suggests, tive recently. Well, he’s paid to it is roomy inside with Business say that, I thought, but then he Class legroom in the rear! And the backed up the assertion with business class theme continues something that surprised me more.

After spending a with the use of quality materials throughout.

The hypercritical Consumer ReControls are logically placed ports organization had just given week in an Impala, I have to admit it and easy to operate with one the full-size sedan a 95-point score: No other domestic car had softened my cynicism exception. The standard infotainment system, which features an ever topped the sedans ratings to the point of almost eight-inch touch screen, is not in 20 years of rating cars by buying the hype. nearly as intuitive as I would like. bothsegment and style. And, just I would need to spend an hour to offer a bit more perspective to Keith Morgan with the manual to get it to perthis remarkable score: the fourform for me. The reason I don’t door was just behind the expendo that ahead of time is because I want to test sive Tesla Model S ultra-luxury hatchback with these systems against my iPad/iPod. Apple is 99 points and the BMW 1 Series coupe at 97. the benchmark. Get over it, guys! Mimic Apple After spending a week in an Impala, I have rather than try to reinvent the wheel and come to admit it softened my cynicism to the point up with a pale imitation. There’s a nifty secuof almost buying the hype. Explanation of my rity feature offered though that I must praise. continued reservations to follow.

The screen emerges from the dash, revealing It wouldn’t take much imagination for designers a small storage bin that can be secured with a to turn out a more handsome Impala than its four-digit code. predecessor. But this long-looking car manages Let’s roll. The tester was equipped with a to look sharp and streamlined but not so overly 3.6-litre V6 DI with FlexFuel capability, including aggressive in stance, which is more often the

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variable valve timing, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The two base engines available are a solid 2.4-litre four-cylinder and a 2.5 version, both of which are likely adequate for commuter use.

I headed straight for Highway One and it positively purred along the long, clear stretches open to the daytime driver. Great acceleration in take-off and passing with limited lean and sway when cornering at speed.

Back in urban madness, it offered a good view of fast encroaching vehicles from side streets and the rear. I mention this because I expected the sleek window profiles might hinder views, especially to the rear. Hence, it was also not as much of a beast to park at the supermarket as I had feared. Light steering also assisted in that manouevre.

On the urban performance front, the transmission took the annoyance out of stop-go traffic.

Have to think it was gulping gas though in smoothing out the urban trek.

The Impala with the V6 starts at $32,945 (around $3,000 more than the 4-cylinder-equipped versions) but the test car options, which included rear park assist, rear vision camera, collision and lane departure alerts, premium audio, sunroof, added another $7,000. It will compete with the Dodge Charger and Ford Taurus domestically and a host of imports.

Now to my reservations: the fuel economy for the V6 is 11.1/6.9L 100km (city/highway) and while that is not bad for a large car, it’s not the best in its segment. The four-cylinder eco version is impressive at 8.7/5.8L 100km (city/ highway). That said,I don’t think fuel economy will be a deal breaker for most people.

My continued reservations really boil down to reliability. It’s a brand new car and we should wait a couple or three years before anointing this car as the best domestic sedan ever. That caution should not stop you from taking one for a spin. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. ‡/†/¥/*Offers apply to the purchase, finance and lease of a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1LT (1SA/MH9), 2014 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD (1SA), 2014 Chevrolet Trax LS FWD (1SA) equipped as described. Freight ($1,600) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. ≠ 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank or RBC Royal Bank for 72/84/48 months on new or demonstrator 2014 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD/2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1LT/2014 Chevrolet Trax LS. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $139/$119/$208 for 72/84/48 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. 0% financing offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers only. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ¥ 0%/0.9%/0% for 48/60/48 month lease available on all 2014 Cruze 1LT/2014 Trax/2014 Equinox based on approved credit by GM Financial.

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A Ford Euro car for the Americas

By Zack Spencer Ford has done an excellent job of using its worldwide expertise to bring some very practical, yet fun to drive, small cars to North America.

Using Europeans to build the Ford Focus and Fiesta for a worldwide market enabled the manufacturer to bring these superb handling cars virtually unchanged to our shores. On top of that, Ford is also selling their sportiest ST versions of both these cars. The Focus ST was introduced last year and this year we get the Fiesta ST “hot hatch”.

I’ve been a huge fan of the Fiesta. In fact, I prefer it to the bigger Focus, it is a perfect city runabout with go-cart like handling and a stylish little package.

Looks For 2014, all Fiesta models get a minor facelift with a new front grille and headlights. The ST is easy to spot because of the black honeycomb grille with an ST badge, bigger alloy wheels, a rear spoiler hanging over the rear window, a bigger rear air diffuser with twin exhaust tips and blacked out trim around the windows. The ST looks like it means business. There are two exterior options that might be worth the money. Upgraded paint colours like ‘Molten Orange’ or ‘Green Envy Metallic’ cost $400 and the smoked grey wheels with red brake calipers cost $500 more. The base ST at $24,999 comes very well equipped and is ready to cause some trouble.

Inside The first thing that pops right out on the ST interior are the two heavily bolstered Recaro sports seats. These are

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This produces a sporty feel initially but on longer trips, the lack of adjustment prevents the driver from being able to stretch their legs.

The dash has been updated to include a MyFord Touch screen for radio, phone, navigation and climate functions. The screen is rather small and far away from the driver, which makes accessing the small, virtual buttons on the screen a challenge. However, it does look much better than the older Fiesta dash.

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Drive In an era of cars that almost drive themselves, the Fiesta ST is a throwback to a timewhen the driver felt connected to the machine. The suspension is much firmer than the regular Fiesta, almost harsh over bumpy roads but the feedback to the driver through the tight steering ratio, firm chassis and the grippy Recaro seats is superb. The turbocharged, direct injection 1,6L Ecoboost engine pumps out 197hp. Only sold with a super-slick manual transmission that shifts with no effort at all and the clutch is precise.

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Verdict At $24,999, the price might seem a bit steep for a subcompact car but this little machine comes almost fully loaded for that price. The options available are not “must have” items so the price can be kept in check. This Fiesta ST is a gem in the subcompact class, delivering great economy, fabulous interior and plenty of smiles. The ST just delivers much bigger smiles.

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Handsome, technically sophisticated and economical to boot Nissan substantially revamped the Altima, its popular family sedan, for the 2010 model year.

In addition to external front and rear styling changes, its roomy interior got a once-over in a refurbish that also included two important new standard active safety features, electronic stability and traction control systems.

The base engine in a 2010 Altima sedan or coupe is a robust 2.5-litre four cylinder and a 3.5-litre V6 was an option. A six-speed manual transmission was available with the fourcylinder and the continuously variable transmission option was standard with the V6 engine.

The fuel-frugal 2.5 litre four-cylinder (175 horsepower) can get 8.9 L/100km in the city and

this generation Altima.

It’s a convenient feature that allows you to start the engine without actually inserting a key in the switch barrel. The key fob must, of course, be inside the car and is best kept on your person.

Altima got the coveted “recommend buy” rating from Consumer Reports.

Although higher than usual incidence of brake and electrical repair did show up on owner surveys, the overall rating for reliability was still better than average, with major mechanical issues showing up.

A rear-view camera was added to select packages on the sedan and coupe models in 2011 and three new exterior colours are available. Except for Bluetooth connectivity with the optional Luxury Pack-

Price Check: 2010 to 2012 Nissan Altima (March 2014) Year Edition Expect to Pay Today 2010 Sedan 2.5 S $11,000 to $14,000 2011 Sedan 2.5 S $13,000 to $16,000 2012 Sedan 2.5 S $15,000 to $18,000 6.1 L/100km on the highway and runs on regular gasoline. The 3.5 litre V6 can produce a whopping 270 horsepower, yet it still provides decent city/ highway fuel consumption (rated at 10.6/7.7 L/100km). It does, however, have a craving for premium quality fuel.

A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is more efficient than a conventional automatic and is designed to always provide best fuel economy, however, some drivers dislike the way it holds engine speed at an optimal level. On the plus, it has a solid reputation for reliability and a nice feature of this CVT is a sequential manual mode that provides six speed settings.

There’s also a less popular hybrid version of Altima, which claims an outstanding city fuel consumption rating of 5.8 L/100km.

This full-hybrid powertrain was jointly developed with Toyota and can run for short distances completely on battery power. Like most hybrid sedans the battery pack is stored in the trunk. As a result, the rear seats do not fold-down to expand the cargo area and there’s a reduced amount of cargo space in the trunk.

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age on the sedan, Altima was unchanged for 2012.

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ever, was discontinued.

In crash tests performed by the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) this generation Altima performed well and got good ratings. However, it only got an “acceptable” rating in a roof crushability test, which simulates a roll-over. Another test of the front seats and head restraints, which simulates a rear-end impact, also resulted in an “acceptable” rating. The next generation 2013 Altima, performed better in both of these tests and earned an overall “Top Safety Pick” rating.

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Confessions of a Curber

Thank goodness, the stolen vehicle was behind me.

Did I feel bad? Yes. Does it make me a bad person for selling a stolen vehicle? Probably.

But to outsiders, my life hasn’t changed. I’m still the same old Walt. Oh, if they only knew.

I was on a roll. To my disbelief, I’d sold seven cars already. I guess you could say it was a part of me now – I “flip” cars on the side.

And, I was branching out – with a truck and camper. The truck had been rebuilt. It was roadworthy again. I even had the inspection records to prove it. And the camper? That was marketing genius.

When I put it up for sale, I fibbed. But only a little bit.

“Truck for sale. Fixed after fender bender, looks new. Includes camper. It’s been in an accident, so I’m selling both for a low price. Great for family adventures. Call if interested.”

Shortly after, I got a call. The man had a distinct, charming accent. He asked me what a “fender bender” was. I explained that it was a small accident. He seemed pleased and asked to meet me the next day. I assumed he was relatively new to the country, so I thought this would be an easy sale.

Boy was I wrong!

He’d gone to “new immigrant” welcome classes, where they shared information about life in Canada.

I think this was where he developed an interest in camping Canadian style.

He knew all the right questions to ask. But, I

gave him all the wrong answers.

And, I didn’t tell him the camper was way too heavy for the truck to be safe.

He also asked for a vehicle history report. I pulled the CarProof report out. I mean, I had nothing to hide. He asked me what “rebuilt*” meant. I told him that, because of the small accident, the transmission needed to be rebuilt. Oh, but I’d altered the sections detailing the amount of damage.

Judging from his English skills, I’m sure he didn’t understand the difference. At least he was trying. He got an “A” for effort.

I hope he figures out that the truck and camper would be unsafe on the road when he gets it fully loaded with passengers, fuel and gear. Good thing I have my “no returns” policy!

Yes, I know what you’re all thinking. This is the lowest of the low.

But you have to understand. I was slightly manic about this whole thing. At this point, I would do anything to make a sale and get myself another wallet full of cash.

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Canucks, Oilers have same problem “Cut your losses.” - To avoid losing any more money than you have already lost: Let’s cut our losses and sell the business before prices drop even further.

(Cambridge Dictionaries Online).

“Throwing good money after bad.”- To waste money by spending more money on something you have already spent money on that is no good: trying to fix that old car would just be throwing good money after bad (Cambridge Dictionaries Online).

The Vancouver Canucks “cut their HART BEAT HARTLEYMILLER losses” when they sacked GM Mike Gillis, a day after fans chanted “Fire Gillis” during a lethargic 3-0 loss to Anaheim. With Gillis out, the attention turns to the future of John Tortorella.

Ordinarily, in the NHL, one season on the job is not enough time to make a fair evaluation.

The Canucks, along with the last-place Edmonton Oilers, face an interesting dilemma. Both teams badly underachieved, yet their coaches have commanded the bench for less than a year. This isn’t meant to say that the Canucks poor season was anywhere near as bad as the Oilers fiasco, yet the similarity is both clubs made a coach-

ing change with the expectation of improvement. As the standings strongly suggest, that did not happen.

On June 10, 2013 the Oilers hired Dallas Eakins as their 12th head coach, signing him to a four-year contract to replace the fired Ralph Krueger. Since the change, Edmonton has gone from 12th out of 15 in the Western Conference (2013) to dead last out of 14 this season.

On June 25, 2013 the Canucks introduced John Tortorella as their 17th bench boss in team history. He was given a 5-year contract (believed to be worth $10 million) to take over from Alain Vigneault.

Since the change, Vancouver has gone from a division champion and the third seed in the West, to missing the playoffs for the first time in six years.

For what it is worth, two other Canadian NHL teams may also consider a coaching change. Randy Carlyle has to take responsibility for the Toronto Maple Leafs collapse in late March, and Paul MacLean failed to get Ottawa to the playoffs after the Senators reached the second round last year.

Bob Hartley should be safe as the Calgary Flames coach even though his team has not made the post season in his two years. Hartley has been given many players who should still be in the AHL. Michel Therrien has done an admirable job in guiding the Montreal Canadiens to the playoffs in his two years and rounding out the Canadian contingent, the jury remains out on Paul Maurice with the Winnipeg Jets,

Wolfpack Winners

Courtesy TRU Colin Carson, left, and Spencer Reed deliver the fifth-year athletes’ speech at the recognition banquet for Thompson Rivers University. Carson and Reed, both from Prince George, both played for the TRU volleyball team, and each won a major award this year. Carson was a winner of the Cliff Neufeld Award, recognizing key team members who are also community leaders, while Reed received the inaugural Director’s Award, for someone who has made an outstanding contribution to athletics and recreation at TRU.

who has only been with the team for half a season.

Eakins has had difficulty connecting with many players in his first season behind an NHL bench. Examples include: he tried ridiculous 8 a.m. practices in early January; he benched 2012 first overall pick Nail Yakupov after not being able to get the best out

of the 20-year-old Russian; and during an awful 8-1 loss to lowly Calgary last month, there was a confrontation between Eakins and 2010 first overall pick Taylor Hall after Hall’s attempt at slamming a water bottle sprayed Eakins. The coach then tore a strip off Hall and did not give him another shift for 14 minutes.

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Meanwhile, Tortorella has different issues. He and the former Canucks GM (Gillis) were not on the same wavelength in a number of areas, most notably the style of play.

Torts has overused his top players, received a six-game suspension for acting like an idiot, and ran Roberto Luongo out of town by not playing him in the Heritage Classic. Under Tortorella’s guidance, the Canucks are the lowest scoring team in the Western Conference and have the worst power play in the West.

Coaches like Eakins and Torts create great fodder for the media.

Reporters love the material from a circus-like atmosphere.

The Oilers and Canucks need a coach who can be less controversial and more constructive or maybe it is less deconstructive.

Naturally, Eakins and Tortorella are not the only reason why their respective team nosedived.

One doesn’t need another season to understand the mistake made by the Oilers and Canucks in June of last year. Yes, in both cases, it should be One and Done.

Hartley Miller is the sports director for radio station 94X. He also writes for hqprincegeorge. com. Send along a quote, note, or anecdote to hmiller@94xfm.com.

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Bowlers remember Duffy Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com There was a common theme talking to bowlers at the Strike Zone on a recent Sunday morning.

Duffy Lougheed was more than a good bowler. He was a friend.

“He was a real people person,” said Ryan Paziuk, who organized the small tournament to raise funds to help Lougheed’s family. “I would say he was an icon in the bowling community. He bowled in every league he was eligible for.”

Lougheed died recently after a heart attack. He was 51.

Mike Boroja was never teammates with Lougheed, but he was always friends.

“I met him through bowling, and we became good friends. I bowled against him for probably six or seven years. He was a great bowler.

“When I heard he was in the hospital, I went over, but he was already in a coma. I went back every day, just to spend some time with him.”

Sonja Towle found out early what kind of a person Lougheed

was.

“He knew a fellow on our team, Paul, whose son had cancer. One day, Paul couldn’t make it, and Duffy just showed up and said he as bowling for Paul.

“He was family. Any time you came to the bowling alley, you just looked for the red short he always wore.”

Those red shorts were being worn by several of the close to 30 bowlers at the lanes on Sunday, including Leif Skuggerdal.

“He was always joking, but he helped me out a lot with my bowling. We bowled against each other in the league, but he played with me in some team events.”

Each bowler played 10 games in the tournament, expect for the ones who bowled more, Paziuk said.

“Stephen Meakin had to run a gauntlet to qualify for the playoffs. He ended up tied with four other people. He ended up bowling 17 games on the day.”

Meakin fell just short in his quest for a title, losing to Ray Campbell in the handicap division. Melissa Rikley won the scratch division.

More than $150 was raised at the tournament and donated to Lougheed’s niece, Susan Burkitt.

Allan WISHART/Free Press Susan Burkitt, Duffy Lougheed’s niece, holds Duffy’s bowling ball, accompanied by Ryan Paziuk, left, and Leif Skuggedal, two of the bowlers who gathered at the Stroke Zone on March 30 to raise funds in memory of Lougheed.

“I’d like to thank all the bowlers who came out today,” Burkitt

said, “and a special thanks to the Strike Zone, who allowed us to

use one of their rooms (Saturday) for a memorial gathering.”

Former Barracuda Danica Ludlow set to swim at international meet A former Prince George Barracuda will be swimming at an international event this summer.

Danica Ludlow, 17, who now swims with the High Performance Centre in Victoria, was selected to the Canadian team for the Junior Pan Pacific Championships, set for Kihei, Hawaii in August.

Ludlow secured her spot with her results at the Canadian Trials meet in Victoria on the weekend.

She finished 12th in the 200 and 400 freestyles, setting new personal bests in each, as well as 10th in the 800 freestyle. She was also 21st in the 200 backstroke and 39th in the 100 freestyle.

Ludlow will remain at the High Performance Centre next season, as she starts classes at the University of Victoria in kinesiology.

Barracuda Results Swimmers from the Prince George Barracudas came back from the Canadian Swimming Trials in Victoria with two top-20 finishes and three new club records.

Haley Black was the busiest Barracuda, swimming in six events. She finished fifth in the B Final of the 100 butterfly. She also set a new club record in the 50 butterfly, in which she finished 29th. Her other placings were 22nd in 200 butterfly, 30th in 400 individual medley (IM), 34th in 100 backstroke and 35th in 200 backstroke.

Josiah Binnema set club records in the 100 backstroke, finishing 39th, and 100 butterfly, finishing 32nd. Binnema also finished 36th in the 200

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Sarabellum knows how to use her head.

That’s one of the reasons she (known as Sara Sapergia away from the roller derby circuit) was with the Rated PG RollerGirls Grey team for a bout in Quesnel on Saturday.

“We divided into two teams recently,” Sarabellum says. “The Grey team is a lot of the newer players. It’s a little less intense.”

For the game Saturday against the Gold Pain City Derby Girls, though, Sarabellum moved over from the Orange team.

“We felt they needed some leadership for the game, so they added me and a couple of other veterans.”

She says the lack of experience showed early.

“Quesnel didn’t have their full roster, but they’ve got some really good skaters. I could see we had some problems early making connections, learning how to play as a team.

“As the game went on, though, I could already see some of those connections being made, figuring out how to work together.”

The bout was Quesnel’s first home

match of the season, highlighting something Sarabellum says is a real advantage for the RollerGirls.

“We’re not limited like a lot of the other clubs up here. We have the Roll-a-Dome pretty much whenever we need it. Quesnel had just had the ice taken out of their arena, so it was a new experience for their skaters too.”

The RollerGirls used a strong finish to down Quesnel 130-105, but Sarabellum says the score wasn’t the big thing.

“The girls learned a lot. Some of them hadn’t played much outside of Brats, where there’s no intentional body contact. It’s a different game.”

The RollerGirls are off this weekend before hosting the North Coast Nightmares from Terrace for a bout April 19 at the Roll-a-Dome. After that, it’s back on the road, this time down to Chilliwack.

“That will be a good game,” Sarabellum says. “They’re a solid team with some really good players.”

The RollerGirls come back home for a bout May 10 when Energetic City from Fort St. John drops in.

Then it’s Fire and Rage from Grande Prairie, Alta. coming in on June 28 before the RollerGirls wrap up the season with a tournament in Kamloops in early July.

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Top Timberwolves

File photo Sam Freeman of the Fraser Valley Cascades cuts around UNBC Timberwolves defender Charles Barton during Canada West men’s basketball action on the weekend in Abbotsford. Barton was named UNBC’s male athlete of the year at their awards banquet.

UNBC honoured athletes finishing their careers at the school and those just getting started, at the annual Timberwolves athletic banquet on Tuesday.

A pair of fifth-year basketball players took home the athlete of the year awards, while two soccer players were named the top rookies.

The female athlete of the year was a repeat winner, as Mercedes VanKoughnett, a Duchess Park product, won the award for the second straight year. VanKoughnett finished her five years with the Timberwolves basketball team as the top scorer with 1,258 points, and also finishes second in defensive rebounds and assists, as well as finishing in the top 10 in several categories in Canada West.

Charles Barton, playing his third year with the Timberwolves and his fifth year overall, won the male athlete of the year award. Barton holds the school single-season record for rebounds per game at 7.2, a mark he hit in both 2011-12 and 2013-14.

He is also the second-highest total rebounder in school history and sixth in overall scoring.

The soccer programs at UNBC both made solid moves last year, and the future looks bright with the young players both teams are recruiting. The men’s team reached into Alberta last year for Tofa Fakunle, and he was named the male rookie of the year for this season, as well as leading the team in goals.

The team is hoping to strike gold twice in our eastern neighbour with recruit Francesco Bartolillo.

On the women’s side, the Timberwolves won their first Canada West Game this season and will be looking to build on that success with all 23 players eligible to return. Among them is female rookie of the year Fiona Raymond, as well as team MVP Sydney Wilson, best offensive players Sydney Hall, best defensive player Tanya Grob and the winner of the Green and Gold Award, Tianna Rossi.

Next phase of registration starts for Games volunteers Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com Now, they’re getting personal.

Before, all the Canada Winter Games really wanted from potential volunteers was a name and an e-mail address.

Now they want more.

“By last weekend,” community relations manager Alyson GourlayCramer says, “we had more than 2,800 volunteers entered into our system. All of them should have received an e-mail on the weekend telling them how to proceed.

“We’ve already had a good number of them complete the next step in the process.”

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Other award winners for the men’s soccer team were Ty Venhola for best defensive player, Tyson Hunter as MVP and Connor Noftle as the Coach’s Award winner.

This year also saw changes at the leadership level of the department, with Loralyn Murdoch moving into the athletic director’s role and Sergey Shchepotkin taking over as women’s basketball coach.

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250.564.0005 | sports@pgfreepress.com | www.pgfreepress.com SPRUCE KINGS The Prince George Spruce Kings are holding their annual Prospects Camp this weekend, with about 100 players signed up.

Games start today (Friday) at 4:30 p.m. at the Coliseum, then continue Saturday from 10 a.m. to about 8:30 p.m. Action resumes Sunday at 8:30 a.m., with the final game, featuring the top prospects from the camp, on the ice at 2 p.m.

GYMNASTICS Local gymnasts bounced their way to nine top 10 finishes at the BC Trampoline Provincials in Abbotsford at the end of March.

Isaiah Lui picked up a second in Men’s Trampoline Level 2 14+ and a third on Double Mini Level 1 13+, while Ben Garcia was third in Men’s Trampoline Level 2 14+.

Brook-Lynn Kinnee was third in Women’s Tumbling Level 2 14+, fourth in Trampoline Level 2 14+ and eighth in Double Mini Trampoline Level 2 14+. Caroline Kinnee was third on Women’s Trampoline Level 1 13+, sixth on Tumbling Level 1 13+ and eighth on Double Mini Level 1 13+.

The next stop for local competitors in trampoline and tumbling is the Western Canada Cup in June.

B-BALL BRONZE Prince George’s Avril Harris helped the BC Royals to a thirdplace finish at the Canadian Wheelchair Basketball League championships on the weekend.

The Royals were one of 12 teams competing in Burlington, Ont. The B.C. team won its two pool games Friday, downing the Southern Ontario Suns 71-27 and the Variety Village Rebels 66-53.

That put them into the quarterfinals on Saturday, where they beat Sask Club 99 69-51, before falling in the semifinal 72-55 to the Bulldogs de Quebec.

The Bulldogs claimed the title with a 64-62 win over the Gladiateurs de Laval, while the Royals rebounded to win the bronze medals with a 79-58 rematch win over the Rebels.

GO ULTIMATE If it’s spring, it must be time for the Recreational Ultimate Frisbee League to take to the grass.

Organizers are hoping to build off last year’s spring league, which had eight teams and more than 130 players. The new league will run on Thursdays between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. from May 1 to July 31 at the fields at Spruceland Traditional school. Teams will play two games each evening.

The league is co-ed, and is designed for adults and high-school students looking for a sport they can play with an emphasis on improving skills and having fun.

Registration is $90 and you can do so at www.pgultimate.bc.ca.

Allan WISHART/Free Press The practice area for the judo competition at the Northern Sport Centre on Friday was a busy place, as judoka went through lastminute warmups before taking to the mats.

Bleachers big need for judo competition at Canada Winter Games Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com Anyone who was at the Provincial Youth Judo Championships at the Northern Sport Centre on the weekend can expect to see one big change for the 2015 Canada Winter Games.

“They are going to have to restructure the setup,” said Andrzej Sadej, the sport director for Judo Canada. “You need to make room to have 1,000 spectators.”

That may sound like a lot of people to fit into one of the field houses at the centre, but Sadej says it’s realistic, and required.

“That is one of the requirements for the event, and I know in the past, we have always had capacity crowds.”

Aline Strasdin, the sport chair for judo at the 2015 Games, agrees.

“IN Halifax (at the 2011 Games), there were always more than 1,000 in the stands. We have three very strong clubs in the city, all those kids will be out of school

and we expect most of them to be here, watching with their parents and friends.

“Add in the spectators coming from other parts of the country, and we will need space for 1,000.”

Sadej says there may need to be some negotiations to work out where the extra seating is going to come from, but he doesn’t see any logistic problems.

“There are rollaway bleachers you can get, and there is a big door in the gym here you can bring them in through.

“It shouldn’t be a problem.”

Sadej competed at the world level in judo for 12 years for his native country of Poland before coming to Canada.

“I’ve been with Judo Canada for 23 years. I spent seven years as the national coach, then became the sport director. After that I became the executive director, but I was basically still the sport director as well.

“That was too much, so I moved back to being the sport director.”

Apart from the need for more

spectator seating, Sadej said everything looked to be well under control for the Games.

“We will probably ask to have the entire field surface covered, because it can be a real challenge to keep the mats clean otherwise.

The Canada Games has a very restricted field of athletes, so only having two more is more than adequate, we have found.”

He also said the general layout of the fieldhouse will almost certainly be changed for the Games.

“We would like to have a more controlled flow of traffic for the athletes. Have them warm up in one area, come to the mats, compete, then leave and go back to the same area they warmed up in.”

Judo will be part of the second week of the Games, taking over the field house from archery.

That, Sadej said, is one of the things that make the Games interesting.

“The challenge the people here will have, as other groups have, is the number of different sports that need to be accommodated in

the Games. But I’m sure you can pull it off.”

This was his first trip to Prince George, and he clearly enjoyed the city.

“UNBC itself is just spectacular. The Northern Sport Centre is a great facility.”

Strasdin said having Sadej at the competition on the weekend was a big help.

“He has a lot of knowledge about judo and setting things up for the Games. He was also very helpful with our volunteers, making sure they knew how to use the clocks and the scoreboards.”

Friday night at the fieldhouse was a “lot of fun”, she said, as the younger judoka participated in a kids’ event.

“It was also a chance for some of our older competitors to referee the matches, which was good experience for them.”

Saturday was more intense, with the competition serving as the final selection event for the team from B.C. which will compete at the nationals in Saguenay, Quebec in May.