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Fire ban in place in Gold Pan City as conditions worsen AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter

ation orders and alerts, road conditions and air quality advisories can be found at www.firesafebc.ca.

On advice from the fire chief, the Gold Pan City has a fire ban in full effect.

This category one ruling keeps the City of Quesnel in line with a ban put in place by the Cariboo Fire Centre.

A category one open fire ban prohibits the use of campfires and any other backyard open fires, including those in fire pits.

“Public safety protection is the top priority for the City of Quesnel. By reducing the potential for person-caused wildfires, we’re meeting that goal,” Mayor Mary Sjostrom said.

“Given the extremely dry conditions, it is prudent to implement this ban to ensure the safety of our community, infrastructure and, most importantly, our residents.”

The ban will remain in place until the Cariboo Fire Centre has advised otherwise.

Any questions about the city’s fire ban should be directed to the Quesnel Volunteer Fire Department at 250-992-5121.

To report a wildfire or unattended campfire call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cellular networks.

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Air quality The smoke advisory for Quesnel and surrounding area still remains in effect.

The initial advisory, issued by the Ministry of Environment in collaboration with Northern Health, was released Wednesday morning and was still in effect as of press time. Over the past day, ministry has stated the air quality has improved in the Quesnel area.

Current hourly average PM2.5 concentrations are 21 micrograms per cubic metre, and the 24 hour average is 87 micrograms per cubic metre.

The advisory is being continued as smoke dispersion models suggest that there may be periods of smoke overnight or tomorrow.

“Persons with chronic underlying medical conditions should postpone strenuous exercise until the advisory is lifted,” the release states.

“If you are experiencing symptoms such as continuing eye or throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing, follow the advice of your health care provider, particularly if you are elderly, have asthma, hay fever, breathing or lung conditions or if you react strongly to dust.”

For more information on current air quality, see: www.bcairquality.ca

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Weekend warning during Festival AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter

RCMP will be out in full force this Billy Barker Days weekend.

Increased police presence in the form of foot and bike patrols as well as traffic check-stops will be used to ensure that everyone enjoys this family oriented community event.

Additional police resources from

Quesnel and its neighbouring detachment areas will be targeting liquor related offences including open liquor in public, impaired driving and public intoxication.

There will be zero tolerance for liquor related offences.

Police road checks will be in place at various times throughout the Quesnel area this weekend.

These checks will be aimed at impaired driving, distracted driving

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and seat belt use.

“Drinking and driving is a senseless crime that claims innocent lives every year,” the detachment’s release states.

“Don’t take a chance – the stakes are too high. If you are planning on drinking during Billy Barker Days Festivities, be responsible.

Plan ahead and ensure a sober ride home.

“Don’t drink and drive. Appoint a designated driver or call a taxi.”

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Highway 97 and Carson intersection goes two-lanes after traveller feedback AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter With a number of complaints citing confusion over signing to Prince George, Carson Avenue now has two lanes starting at the Moffat Bridge approach (RCMP building )and Carson intersection.

“We tried to correct the detour issues that occurs every year due to flooding under the rail bridge,” MOT operations manager Brad Moores said, highlighting the stop sign at the Bottle Depot.

“We had traffic from three different directions trying to go across the tracks, people weren’t obeying the stop sign. And during spring flooding, this intersection had some minor MVIs due to the traffic patterns.”

Ministry traffic engineers then proposed to turn Legion Drive into one lane but business owners resisted and after a consultation process, which included meeting with city staff, it was decided on two-laning from Highway 97 and Carson intersection and to remove parking from set-bound traffic along Carson. The Ministry me\et with City Council when it was decided to remove the parking along Carson.

“The city was informed of the changes and asked for feedback,”

city manager Byron Johnson said.

“Council wanted to ensure that the Ministry conducted an adequate notification process particularly with the businesses which will be impacted. I understand this notification did occur. Council also had concerns with the loss of the parking, however the ministry was not able to address that issue.

This change has been a year in the making,” Moores said.

“It’s going to take some time to get used to.”

New signs are being ordered and will be installed along Carson intersection notifying northbound traffic to stay to their right if PG bound.

“This is all in response to concerns we’ve heard,” Moores said.

“It’s for safety and clarity.”

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Tuesday Barkerville interpreters and several B.C. First Nations communities participate in a kick-off parade down Main Street.

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Saturday nearly 700 visitors to Barkerville Historic Town were treated to the traditional sights and sounds of B.C.’s Central Interior First Nations communities during the National Historic Site’s first ever Aboriginal Celebration.

The event, which was a collaboration between the Barkerville Heritage Trust and both the Xatsull and the Lhtako Dene First Nations (on whose shared traditional territory Barkerville rests) drew a healthy number of first-time and repeat visitors to Barkerville, including representatives from aboriginal

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Saturday’s festivities kicked off first thing in the morning with an all-day presentation of Barkerville photographer C.D. Hoy’s collection of First Nations portraits from the turn of the 20th-century, and screenings of Wilds to Riches: a Cariboo Gold Rush Documentary, and Canyon War: The Untold Story.

At 11:45 am a gathering of Barkerville’s costumed historical interpreters and members of several B.C. First Nations communities paraded up the main street of town before settling

in at the Kerr’s Phoenix Brewery stage for an official welcome.

The opening ceremony began with a traditional blessing from Williams Lake resident Richard Duncan, as well as remarks from Barkerville Heritage Trust Chair John Massier and Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association director and New Pathways to Gold Society First Nations coChair Cheryl Chapman (whose grandfather was an early aboriginal teamster driving stage coach from Soda Creek to Barkerville in the late 19th century).

Duncan then led the gathered crowd in a

rousing and uplifting series of song and drumming demonstrations before turning the stage over to the Lhtako Dene Hoop Dancers from Quesnel.

Despite recorded temperatures of nearly 35C, the performers delivered outstanding dance, drum and song presentations throughout the afternoon and the day rounded itself off nicely with traditional games for kids and Hoop Dance lessons for everyone.

“Although our intent was to start small and later build upon the successes we were sure to have this season, our event organizers were

particularly pleased by the number of guests who came out to celebrate with us in our inaugural year,” Barkerville’s Manager of Visitor Experiences James Douglas said.

“It is our sincere hope that with the continued partnership and support of our local and regional First Nations communities, Barkerville’s Aboriginal Celebration will become the highlight of our summer season for many years to come.”

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NEWS

Hydro usage increases prompting tips for saving money and keeping cool

As the temperature rises, BC Hydro is seeing an increase in the overall provincial electricity load.

Monday evening between 5 and 6 p.m., electricity demand peaked at 7,302 megawatts.

This represents an increase of 433 megawatts over the previous Monday evening.

Generally, BC Hydro sees the highest demand for electricity between 4 and 8 p.m. on weekday evenings.

While BC Hydro has enough capacity available to serve the additional electricity load, the energy required to serve this increase in demand is equivalent to running four Ruskin generating stations at maximum capacity.

Unlike utilities in California or Ontario, BC Hydro experiences peak load in the winter

months when people are using more heat in their homes. For the average B.C. household, about 50 per cent of home energy use over the year is for space heating, generated by electricity, gas or a combination of both. The highest hourly peak demand recorded was set on Nov. 29, 2006, when consumption reached 10,113 megawatts between 5 and 6 p.m.

Six ways to stay cool that will save you energy and money With recordbreaking high temperatures around the province this week, BC Hydro is reminding customers how to stay cool and save power during this summer’s first heat wave.

• Keep cool air in, and hot air out: lock out hot air during the day and open

Mitigating air advisory effects People with heart or lung conditions may be more sensitive to the effects of poor air quality and should watch for any change in symptoms that may be due to poor air quality exposure.

If any symptoms are noted, affected individuals should take steps to reduce their exposure to poor air quality and if necessary see their physician. People with symptoms should go to their health care provider, walk-in clinic or emergency department depending on severity of symptoms.

• Maintaining good overall health is a good way to prevent health effects resulting from short-term exposure to air pollution.

• Use common sense regarding outdoor physical activity – if your breathing becomes difficult or uncomfortable, stop or reduce the activity.

• Avoid roads with heavy vehicle traffic and areas with wood smoke.

• Residents with asthma or other chronic illness should activate their asthma or personal care plan.

• Pay attention to local air quality reports, air quality may be poor even though smoke may not be visible.

• Stay indoors and reduce indoor sources of pollution such as smoking, vacuuming and use of wood stoves.

• Run an air cleaner. Some room air cleaners, such as HEPA filters, can help reduce indoor particulate levels provided they are the right size for your home and filters are changed regularly.

“... the energy required to serve this increase in demand is equivalent to running four Ruskin generating stations at maximum capacity.” windows to let cooler air in during the evenings.

• Keep the blinds down: shade your windows and block up to 65 per cent of the heat.

• Use a ceiling fan: ceiling fans are the most efficient option for cooling. A ceiling fan can use one-tenth the energy of an air conditioner and is a great alternative.

To lower indoor

temperatures by up to ten per cent, ensure the fan is rotating counter-clockwise.

• Make laundry a breeze: hang dry half of your laundry to save up to $50 while keeping unnecessary heat out of your house.

• Fire up the barbeque: cook outside to reduce the use of your stove or oven.

• Keep your cool – Take shorter, cooler showers. Reduce your shower time by one minute and save $15 per person. That’s $60 for a family of four.

BC Hydro encourages customers to create an online account, called MyHydro, to track their electricity consumption and manage their accounts. For more information, visit bchydro.com/ myhydr

Obituary Tribute

Robert Lance Culling

January 23, 1974 ~ June 24, 2014

It is with heavy hearts that we share the sad news of the passing of our son Robert Lance Culling at G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital.

Lance was born and raised in Quesnel. Lance excelled at swimming and was a member of the Quesnel Aquatic summer swim club for many years. Lance was presently employed by Taseko Mines.

He will be sadly missed by his parents Bob and Sharon, sister Becky McKenzie (Ron), niece Tenille, nephews A.J. and Reece, grandparents Jessie & Barry Pochay, grandmother Helen Culling many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.

He was predeceased by his grandfather Tom Culling.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at Robert’s Roost Campground Thursday, July 24th, 1-4 p.m.

Please bring your own lawn chair.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital.

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The family would like to invite those who knew Hazel to a Memorial service and Celebration of her life at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1490 Beryl Street, on Tuesday, July 22nd, 11:00 am.

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May 5, 1953 - July 20, 2013

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Rod was born in Quesnel, BC on Feb 13th 1955, to Walter and Val Dyck. Rod was blessed with a sister, Janet.

From a very early age and throughout his life Rod loved and excelled at sports, including hockey, baseball, golf and curling. He felt at home in the outdoors which led to much time spent camping, fishing, snowmobiling with family and friends.

As a young man Rod left Quesnel to play junior hockey with the Vancouver Villas. His junior career continued with the Kamloops Chiefs, Penticton Broncos, Vernon Vikings, and the Medicine Hat Tigers. He then played for the Quesnel Kangaroos until leaving for South Africa in the summer of 1976 to play hockey there. While in South Africa, Rod was recruited to Morges, Switzerland, where he played for two seasons from 1976 -1978. It was in Switzerland that Rod met Patricia who shared his life for the next few years and remained his life-long friend. Rod returned to Europe in 1979 to play with EV Ravensburg Germany, performing as a player/coach in the latter years, until he returned to Canada for good in 1984.

In 1990 Rod moved to Vancouver Island where he eventually called his beloved Bamfield home.

Here he started a construction company and a building supply store. Rod was a skilled and talented carpenter, often generously sharing his wealth of knowledge. One does not have to look very far in Bamfield to see Rod’s hand.

Here Rod met his partner, Kelley Bartlett and in 1996 they welcomed their daughter Erin into their lives’. The last 20 years of Rod’s life revolved around life with Kelley and Erin in Bamfield. Here he found purpose and joy in raising his daughter, and peace and tranquility in the beauty of the ocean and the rainforest. In later years he also found serenity on the golf course.

Rod lived his life with humour, honesty and integrity. He was a practical, insightful man who was quietly effective in so many ways. He was

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RODERICK JAMES DYCK February 13, 1955 - June 28, 2014

strong and courageous, almost seeming invincible at times – a role model to all who knew him well.

Rod was predeceased by his parents Walter and Valerie Dyck and is survived by his partner Kelley, daughter Erin, sister Janet (Jules), nephews Waylon (Brooke) and Kayle as well as great nieces Jersey and Presley.

A celebration of life will be held for Rod at his residence in Coombs on July 20, 2014, at 1:30pm.

Please see Rod Dyck’s Memorial facebook page for a map to the location or call (250) 937-1550 or (250) 586-4541 for directions.

A bursary has been set up in Rod’s name to go towards underprivileged youth in Quesnel to play hockey. Donations can be made out to the Rod Dyck Memorial Hockey Bursary Fund and sent to 480 Pachena Rd. Bamfield, BC V0R 1B0 or to Bank of Montreal, Parksville.

“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.”

- Robert Frost

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NEWS

Arena replacement construction slated to start spring 2015 T

he Arena Replacement Project is moving forward and I would like to provide an update on the next steps in this joint project as there are some exciting things happening right around the corner.

CEI Architecture will be in Quesnel next week and there will be a public open house on Tuesday, July 22 from 4 – 6 p.m. in the arena.

Following the successful referendum on June 14 and sufficient funding secured for the project to proceed, a number of steps are required over the next nine months to prepare for a spring 2015 construction start. Key on the agenda is to advance the design process and revive fundraising efforts.

The contract for Design Consulting Services/Prime Contractor for the Arena Replacement Project was recently awarded to CEI Architecture Ltd.

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MAYOR’S MESSAGE (CEI) for a fixed fee of $1,088,000 (not including taxes or disbursements) up to a construction and site improvement value of $14.6 million and that fees for services in excess of this amount are based on 7.5 per cent.

CEI will be in Quesnel on July 21 and 22 to meet with elected officials from both the Cariboo Regional District and the City, staff and the various stakeholder groups. They will be conducting another design charette with these groups and produce the design results of those meetings at the open house on July 22.

As Prime Consultant, CEI will be responsible for co-ordination of the architectural,

structural, mechanical, refrigeration and electrical design as well as civil engineering and site development and landscaping. They will be responsible for providing design and engineered documents that will be approved by the jurisdiction/s having authority and will be responsible for ensuring code compliance.

They will also be responsible for the interior design including furniture layout and circulation, integration of conservation and green building technology, building envelope design, the demolition of Arena 1, and the integration of Arena 2 into the overall site plan, including the need to consider options to provide refrigeration to Arena 2.

Their services do not include geotechnical engineering, legal and topographic surveys, tender negotiating, cost consulting,

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hazardous material surveys, acoustic design, sound system design and kitchen equipment design.

The consultant plans to complete the schematic design phase by the end of this month so that we can move into the design development phase throughout the following months to October.

Then there is the construction document phase which will probably go on until January, 2015.

Following this, the quantity survey will be completed and we can go out to the Request for Qualifications.

The project should be tendered and awarded by March of 2015 and we anticipate that April will be the start of construction!

To all of our community members in the Cariboo Regional District and the City, this is your arena. Plan to attend the public open house on Tuesday, July 22 from 4 – 6 p.m. in the Twin Arenas lobby.

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

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What Can Vacations Teach You about Investing?

Summer is here! — which undoubtedly means vacation season. You may be looking forward to “getting away from it all,” but, as you know, vacations actually require a fair amount of planning. And it might surprise you to learn that some of the efforts required for successful vacations can impart some valuable lessons in other areas of your life — such as investing.

Here are some vacation-related moves that you may want to transfer to the investment and financial arenas: Secure your home If you’re going on vacation for a week or so, you may need to take some steps to safeguard your home: stopping your mail and newspaper, putting on a timer to turn on lights, alerting your neighbors that you’ll be out of town, and so on.

But while it’s important to secure your home today, you will also want to help ensure it will be there for your family in the future, should anything happen to you. That’s why you’ll want to maintain adequate life and disability insurance.

Know your route If you are driving to your vacation destination, you will want to plan your route beforehand, so that you can avoid time-consuming delays and detours. And to reach your financial goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you will also want to chart your course — by creating an investment strategy that is designed to help you work towards those goals based on your specific risk tolerance, investment preferences and time horizon.

Keep enough gas in the tank As you set out on a road trip, you need a full tank of gas in your car, and you’ll have to keep refueling along the way. And to “go the distance” in pursuing your financial goals, you will need to have sufficient “fuel” in the form of investments with reasonable growth potential. Without a reasonable amount of growth-oriented vehicles in your portfolio, you could lose ground to inflation and potentially fall short of your objectives — so, over time, you may need to “refuel” by reviewing your portfolio and rebalancing if necessary.

Protect yourself from getting burned If your vacation plans include a stay at the beach, you’ll need to protect yourself and your family from the hot sun — so make sure you’re all using sunscreen. When you invest, you can also get “burned” if you are not careful — especially if you are inclined to chase after “hot” investments.

By the time you hear about these so-called sizzlers, they may already be cooling off, and, even more importantly, they just might not be appropriate for your goals and risk tolerance. Instead of becoming a “heat-seeking” investor, focus your efforts on building a diversified array of quality investments appropriate for your needs. If you only own one type of financial asset, and a downturn hits that asset class, your portfolio could take a big hit. But by diversifying your holdings, you can help reduce the effects of volatility.

Keep in mind, though, that diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee profits or protect against loss.

As we’ve seen, some of the same principles that apply to creating a vacation may also be applicable to your investing habits. So, put these principles to work to enjoy a pleasant vacation — and a potentially rewarding investment experience.

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Up in smoke

he proliferation of contraband tobacco in Canada is nothing new, but it’s often an overlooked crime in the public realm.

It’s no surprise to smokers, but tax revenue on legally purchased cigarettes has been steadily rising for the past few decades with an average pack now costing $10.

Advocates like the B.C. chapter of the Canadian Cancer Society say the increased cost is a win-win, as it boosts government revenue while incentivizing more people to quit the destructive habit because of prohibitive cost.

Kathryn Seely, the non-profit organization’s chief advocate for healthy public policies, told the Vancouver Sun in 2013 that higher prices can be particularly effective in quashing youth smoking.

“The youth who are price sensitive — it can cause them to not take up the habit,” Seely said.

Yet it appears more people are finding alternative ways to satisfy their nicotine habit by avoiding government gatekeeping altogether.

An analysis of hundreds of cigarette butts at five sites in Victoria and Saanich found up to 25 per cent were contraband, or illegal products.

Finding a thrifty supplier seems to be the easy part, according to Andrew Klukas, president of the Western Convenience Stores Association, who conducted the analysis.

Klukas also pointed out 22 per cent of cigarette butts collected at Vic High were classified as contraband, which suggests teens are finding ways to avoid expensive legal cigarettes in favour of illegal products as well. A baggie of 200 cigarettes can sometimes cost only $10, Klukas said.

Klukas and his colleagues have a vested interest in locals purchasing cigarettes from their retailers, but the research suggests the B.C. government may be losing $120 million a year in tax revenue to illegal tobacco dealings.

That’s money going into the pockets of organized crime from elsewhere in the country and as far away as Asia, and it needs renewed focus from both federal and provincial governments. ~Blackpress

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Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Taking it one room at a time I

don’t know if the person who designed my house was a man or a woman, but judging by the size of its closets, I’d bet money the person wasn’t a clotheshorse.

My 11-year-old daughter and I, on the other hand, should be eating hay.

My family and I moved into our ‘70s house eight years ago and I immediately had to get creative about where to hang our duds.

With one look at the cubby in the master bedroom I could tell there would be issues. My husband could see that too.

“I can use the hall closet,” he said, referring to the one by the front door.

Excellent, I thought. But where would we put our coats?

Eventually I figured things out as we unpacked and I utilized every closet, nook and cranny downstairs and in my son’s room to store the overflow of whatever wouldn’t fit more conveniently upstairs. As long as I stayed organized it worked.

I would store our winter

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This strategy helped at first, but after time my organized chaos just turned to chaos.

A couple of weeks ago I was madly looking for my polka dot halter dress and getting frustrated at not being able to find it anywhere.

I could have worn something else, but I stubbornly kept looking.

In a hurry, I bent over to pick a bag off the floor of my dark, cluttered closet and somehow drove my face directly into the sharp corner of a black stacking box, hitting it so hard that I thought I broke my nose.

Luckily I didn’t.

I did break the skin and

into labeled boxes and stacked on shelves.

Once I was done it felt like I’d created a cheerful little clothing store that I couldn’t wait for Daisy to shop in.

Sorting through the bins I’d found all kinds of stuff I’d forgotten I even had, and things that would seem brand new to her.

When she first saw the orderly walk-in-closet she fell to her knees and screamed in delight. It was just the overly dramatic reaction I was hoping for.

This re-arrangement will help me get more organized in all parts of the house, but I now have to deal with the aftermath of the office, scrapbooking and art supplies that has our downstairs looking like an episode of the TV show “Hoarders.”

Oh well, it might take me days to uncover a stapler or paintbrush, but at least I can find my polka dot halter dress without looking like I’ve been in a fight.

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it bled for awhile, but getting that self-induced punch in the face made me realize that I needed to do something about my storage situation.

At first I thought I’d do my regular juggling routine, swapping out the seasonal clothing and donating whatever didn’t fit or was rarely worn, but then I got an idea. Why not convert one of the small bedrooms I used to use as an office into a big walk-in-closet?

If I could use that to store all my clothes, as well as all my daughter’s clothes, my husband could move his stuff into the bedroom, the coats could go in the hall closet and Daisy could have more space.

While she was away at camp last week, I decided to do it. I removed the copious amounts of office, scrapbooking and art supplies from the chosen room and painted the walls a bright, happy orange.

My husband attached long wooden dowels to the walls and everything from her room and mine were either hung up or folded neatly

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Tsilhqot’in ruling is a big black cloud over Canadians Editor: The ruling on the BC Tsilhqot’in Indian’s land claim will be entered in the history books as being one of the more radical rulings ever rendered by the Supreme Court of Canada.

Without any consideration for the rights and needs of the other 4.5 million British Columbians it arbitrarily ruled all BC Crown lands

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and resources belong to the Indians.

It has put a big dark cloud of uncertainty over the province of BC, as well as the rest of Canada in terms of citizenship, economic development, and rights to title and resources for all Canadians, Indians included.

The failure of the BC government to consult is one issue, however,

entitlement is quite another.

The Court failed to make that distinction, and rendered a ruling that is unbelievably one-sided.

The ruling is also devastating for millions of multi-generation Canadians who were born and raised on Canadian soil, not to mention millions of immigrants who came to Canada and were told ‘we are

The ruling is also devastating for millions of multi-generation Canadians who were born and raised on Canadian soil, not to mention millions of immigrants who came to Canada and were told ‘we are all united as citizens and equal under the law’. all united as citizens and equal under the law’.

In other countries, when

you become a citizen, you become a full partner with the same rights and

responsibilities as all the other citizens.

That will never be the case in Canada for as long as we continue to be a British colony.

This ruling is just one more example of a dysfunctional judiciary that is appointed on a political whim, and accountable to absolutely no-one.

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Lifestyles

The wind beneath their wings

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Annie Gallant Lifestyles Editor

Lynne and Terry Worden flew Hope Air for Terry’s surgery.

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Hope Air flies patients to medical specialists and services ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter

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hen Terry Worden was advised he’d need surgery in Vancouver, he discussed with his wife Lynne how they would arrange transportation.

Going to the coast by car was fine, however the 10-hour drive back after surgery would be difficult.

“A friend told us about Hope Air so we went online to find out more,” Lynne said.

They soon realized they needed details of Terry’s surgery dates before they could finalize communication with the non-profit agency.

Once that was in place, the rest of the process went smoothly and the couple were thrilled with the service.

“We supplied our local doctor’s name

plus the name of the surgeon, advised them of our income and they approved flights on Central Mountain Air for both of us to Vancouver and home again,” she added.

This process has been repeated for 15 other clients in Quesnel in the last six months and Hope Air has helped a total of 106 families in our community.

Hope Air began in 1986 when a young girl needed to travel from New Brunswick to Toronto.

“A corporation made a seat available on their corporate aircraft and the service began,” Hope Air communications manager Nandy Heule said.

“Since then we’ve arranged 85,000 flights for clients all across Canada. Last year more than 7,000 flights were arranged and this year it’s looking like more than 8,000.”

Eligibility for Hope Air assistance is income based, but Heule said they don’t require verification of income but they take each request very seriously. However, through conversations with the family doctor and the specialist, they usually get a better picture of the client’s situation.

“We take the family’s word on their financial situation,” she said.

Heule also encourages anyone looking to fly with Hope Air to begin the application process as soon as they have a confirmed appointment with the out-of-town specialist.

“We can complete the process in a couple of days if necessary but as one of the requirements is confirmation with doctors, that’s often where the holdup is in booking,” she added.

“If they apply online,

they get immediate email responses. That way people feel confident they are in the process and we take their request seriously.”

Hope Air flies clients anywhere in Canada where they have routes, “obviously we need to be able to fly there,” Heule said.

The client’s medical appointment must be covered by BC Health Care Plan and the medical appointment must be needed in order to qualify.

How do they pay for all this free flying? Heule said they rely on their fantastic donors.

“We receive donations from across Canada from individuals and corporations and we have established relationships with airlines which provide discounts, free flights (through the Gift of Flight program) and some government funding,” she said.

“It’s really a unique service in Canada. We’re the only charity that does this on a national level.”

However, Heule said Hope Air is careful how they publicize their service which is dependent on donations.

“We don’t want to raise false expectations,” she said.

“We depend on referrals from medical professionals and agencies who help patients such as Canadian Cancer Society and we must do our due diligence on each application.”

Always looking for more donations to help more clients, Heule said if corporations, businesses, service clubs or individuals are looking to donate they would welcome it.

“We get really cool donations from small towns where people and organizations are creative in fundraising

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and we love when they choose Hope Air as the recipient.”

She added many people in the southern regions of Canada don’t realize the challenge for people in more remote areas to access medical specialists and services.

Terry and Lynne were amazed with the gift of flight from Hope Air and recommend people needing to travel to nonemergency appointments to contact the non-profit agency.

“A couple of weeks before surgery we received confirmation of approval and tickets were reserved,” Terry said.

“Once I was cleared to return home, Hope Air took care of all the prerequisites for me flying back.”

To contact Hope Air visit www.hopeair.org, call toll free, 1-877-3464673 or email mail@ hopeair.org.

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Lifestyles SUMMER THEATRE

Workshop sparks young thespians Participants aged 8 – 18 entered the West Fraser Timber Room, July 7 and 21, very excited to be a part of the Musical Theatre Summer camp – Kids on Broadway, the Return of the Glass Slipper.

Once name tags were handed out, the clinician Katherine van Kampen began a series of theatre games, to hear voices and give out roles, some specially written for the younger participants; everyone had a line to say.

A bit of drama ensued when the Prince was not found; how could Cinderella function without a Prince?

But one showed up to Tuesday rehearsal, knuckled down and learned lines and choreography (even how to waltz) and saved the show.

Costumes were started; offerings from local Tickle Trunks, frantic searchings at the thrift stores and back home, gradually the villagers and various characters took shape.

Of course the Royalty should have lovely crowns and tiaras, the Fairy Godmothers needed wands and the stepsisters needed goofier stockings.

Lines were memorized in a hurry, reminders of where each character was to stand were whispered; volunteers helped back stage, a handy dad painted Cinderella’s chimney and an obliging brother hung a backdrop, assistants Katie van Kampen and Danielle Nicholsen helped with learning lines and songs, dance steps, making sure everyone got on and off stage at the right time and then Katie had to become one of the characters when illness prevented Sir Edward from continuing in his role.

The West Fraser Timber Room was turned inside out to create the stage; the audience sat at the far end and the foyer and

hall and kitchen space became the backstage/ green room – worked very efficient.

New friends were made, experiences shared, the older participants were great role models for the younger ones, helping with lines, tucking in and pinning costumes where necessary. Then the excitement of dress rehearsal on day five, in the morning.

A good run-through and the director was pleased.

Then it was time for the performance.

Emily Eggert-Botkin played piano and the music swelled, a grand audience sat in awe as the small company presented a fine version of the Cinderella story in one hour.

The Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation Centre is an excellent facility to use for such projects,

The cast of Kids on Broadway, the Return of the Glass Slipper has a very successful summer theatre camp with clinician Katherine van Kampen.

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accessible by bus and for wheelchairs.

Dunrovin Lodge and Maeford Place had special invitations and the residents really enjoyed their outing.

The week finished up with a pizza party for all the participants and helpers (one small boy “N” ate seven pieces, thanks Panago) and the

clean-up was all done, the room quiet and dark again by 3:30 p.m.

The Quesnel and District Community Arts Council, Children’s Concert Committee is celebrating the successful completion of the first part of our Theatre camp project. Thanks to

the B.C. Touring Council’s grant, the cost to participants was greatly subsidized and with in-kind donations of labour, food and lodging, the budget is in good shape to proceed to the second installment planned for Spring Break of 2015.

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Lifestyles COMMEMORATIVE STAMP

CD Hoy honoured

Master photographers across Canada recognized in stamps ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter Quesnel’s own C.D. Hoy is featured in the 2014 Canada Post stamp collection which highlights the work of Canadian photographers.

This is the second issue in a five-year series on Canadian photography. The collection is a celebration of the works of such master photographers as Edward Burtynsky, Lynne Cohen, Fred Herzog, Michel Lambeth, William Notman and LouisPrudent Vallee and Quesnel’s Chow Dong Hoy. Seven stamps featuring iconic photographs were carefully selected with the help of archivists and museum curators and other experts with historical and technical knowledge of photography.

Canada Post contact Barkerville Historic Town, looked through the C.D. Hoy collection and chose an image called Unidentified Chinese Man. A few other photos will be featured in the write up on C.D. Hoy in the annual stamp book released by Canada Post.

Born in 1883 in

Guangdong Province in China, Chow Dong Hoy came to Canada in 1902.

Traveling from jobs in Vancouver, to Quesnel and Fort St. James, Hoy even started his own trading company which failed. Continuing with various work, he was able to send money home to his family in China.

Eventually he returned to Quesnel and Barkerville where he worked as a barber, watch repairman and photographer. After a trip back to China where he married, Hoy returned alone again to Quesnel where he became a storekeeper and photographer. He used an Eastman Land Camera and turned the pictures into postcards that people could send to family and friends far away.

By 1917 he was able to bring his wife over from China and by 1934 he had built a large house in Quesnel, eventually filling it with 12 children. During the 1930s and 1940s he also operated a movie theatre and power company in the nearby town of Wells.

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CD Hoy’s photograph Unidentified Chinese Man was selected by Canada Post.

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photographs present a unique record of the coming together of cultures in the Cariboo, while simultaneously

providing evidence of cultures in transition.

Hoy’s images are remarkable in that they are not ethnographic studies,

nor do they present the subjects as the exotic archetypes of the Mysterious Orient or the Savage West; rather, they are very personal portraits, commissioned by the subjects themselves.

During his time in the gold rush town of Barkerville, Hoy photographed the miners and people from all walks of life, making portraits for them to send home to their families.

A collection of his glass plate negatives was donated to the archives of Barkerville History Town and is now part of a 80-print exhibit on long term loan to the Quesnel and District Museum

and Archives. In addition, they are also part of a travelling exhibition that has already been to Vancouver, Hong Kong and is scheduled to be on long term loan to the Overseas Chinese Museum in Guangzhou, China.

Most of Hoy’s photographs are available for viewing on Barkerville Historic Town’s archival collections website at www. barkerville.ca.

“We at the Barkerville Heritage Trust are pleased that Canada Post has chosen to feature the work of an early Chinese pioneer with deep roots in both Barkerville and Quesnel,” CRD director John Massier

said.

Hoy’s photographs, including the one chosen by Canada Post Unidentified Chinese Man, are an invaluable record of the rich cultural diversity of B.C.’s Cariboo region between 1909 and 1920.

They are important historical and aesthetic portraits of the Interior’s Aboriginal People, Chinese workers and Caucasian labourers.

The stamps are available in booklets of 10 and booklets for domestic stamps and booklets of six for U.S. and International denominations.

Ask for yours at the Canada Post office in Quesnel.

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Keep the Wells Museum homefires burning Wells plays a vital role in telling the history of the North Cariboo and the Wells Historical Society is looking to keep that history alive in the Wells Museum and the surrounding historical buildings and aspects of the area.

They have two fundraisers currently in the works to raise money needed to

install a new furnace, water heater and a paint job on the museum.

Wells was originally planned and built as a mining town by the Cariboo Gold Quartz Mining Company to keep a stable population during the hard rock mining years between the 1930s – 1940s.

The community still

thrives today and the museum is a integral part of keeping the history.

The public is invited to attend a fundraising Pub Night at the Occidental Hotel, July 26 with lots of fun activities, a great dinner and dancing all night long. Tickets are $25 from Honey, 250-992-5875 or Carrie, 1-250-994-3243.

For just $10 you can purchase a gold brick where your name will be immortalized after the project is complete. Contact Honey or Carrie.

With a goal of $6,000, the Wells Historical Society is confident, with the public’s help, they can keep the Wells homefires burning in the Wells Museum.

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Lifestyles

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Life’s perspectives are what guide our positive and negative attitudes

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wo men looked out of prison bars, one saw mud the other saw stars. A lot of life seems to be mostly how we have been conditioned to look at things.

Human nature tends to carry negative experiences with them from the past that sometimes confines us to new and expanding experiences because of what we become accustomed to in our thinking. Sometimes this is referred to as being stuck in rut.

And it seems that one struggles to grow outside of the place of old experiences if we never fully let go of those old experiences.

It seems to form a magnetic field around us that seems to attract negativity.

Human nature is to curse things, nurse things, rehearse things till we are depleted of anything positive to say. So back to the guys behind prison bars. One saw mud the others saw stars.

One perhaps saw the mud and the doom and gloom of his situation and thought,

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“this is it, I am just going to die this way and things are never going to change. My family hates me, I have made so many mistakes, there is no way out. This is so unfair, I will never forgive that person for what they have done and I will never talk to that person again.”

The one with stars saw the hope of his future. The promise of a better tomorrow. I will get through to face a new day. The hope of no matter what happened yesterday, what is happening today or will happen tomorrow, my attitude and response within life and towards God will ultimately determine my life outcomes.

The hope of being reconciled with his family, he saw in the stars the possibility

of being forgiven and restored and the hope of being free. Or perhaps he just felt the hope of being alive to see and enjoy the stars. The full power of Gods grace and love and power is released to us when we are able to see beyond the adversity, the injustice and the unfairness and to embrace the power of Gods’ ability to give us new perspective, a higher perspective to look up rather than down in life.

He created us strong and able to withstand negative forces and he gave us the ability to adapt to any given situation. Jeremiah 29:11 says; “I know the plans I have for you says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

The reality is that bad things happen to good people and life does not seem fair. I have met moms who have lost their babies and their grown children, moms who cannot have kids and some

who have aborted children. What was relevant in the past may not be relevant for you to deal with your current situation or your future. The challenge is not getting stuck in that rut.

In the rut nothing anyone says or does to help will make a difference to where we are unless we make a better choice and decision to alter our response to our current situation.

God has gotten a bad rap for everything gone wrong in the world and as humans we are constantly drawn to the negatives and someone to blame. It is said that bad news and negative news travels way faster than good news.

It is no wonder that we live in a predominately negative world.

There is no “magic solutions” out of the rut except to strive to make conscious new decisions to take you to higher ground.

The bible says in Proverbs 3:4-6 “Trust in the Lord

with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him and he will direct your paths.”

Stars represents light and life cast on things lost buried or crushed, mud represents all that bogs us down in life.

Life and death are right there at the tip of our tongue on the edge of our thoughts, Jesus said: “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.”

Gods wants an extraordinary life for us and His measure of life is out of the temporal and the ordinary and extends into the eternal and extraordinary and our temporal world can fall apart but eternity is in the hands of God. In short we can let life circumstances, people and your own thoughts get in the way of discovering an eternal God who when this life is

over, you will have an opportunity to spend eternity with or we can embrace who we believe is the creator of all things and ask for a greater understanding and new perspective on

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ECO-SPROUTS NATURE EXPLORATION, Wednesdays until Aug. 27, 10 – 11:30 a.m. Come and explore trails while learning about trees, pond life, wildlife safety and more.

Suggested donation of $2/child and $5/ per family with more that two children. For a list of things to bring and information or a summer schedule call Laurie, 250255-7513 or email, ecosproutsbces@ gmail.com.

THURSDAY QUESNEL ART GALLERY PRESENTS Christa Krisman and Megan Long’s stylized

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CLANCY WRIGHT AND THE SILVERADO BAND at the Legion Saloon 94, July 18 – 19, 8 p.m., Tickets $20 on sale in Legion Lounge, 250-992-

QUESNEL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SELFHELP GROUP MEETING Aug. 8, 12:30–2 p.m. in CD Hoy Room at City

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SATURDAY WELLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY PUB NIGHT July 26 at The Occidental, tickets $25 each, doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., dessert auction, certificate board, bucket draws, for tickets call Honey, 250-992-5875 or Carrie, 1-250-994-

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QUESNEL LIONS MONTHLY GARAGE SALE, July 26 (the last Saturday of every month) at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hot dogs and coffee will be available.

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PCMRC nationals take over the raceway It was a busy weekend for the Knee Draggers, Quesnel’s amateur road racing association. Fifty-five riders of all ages from across B.C., Alberta and SK travelled to Quesnel to participate in the Pacific Coast Mini Road Racing Club (PCMRC) nationals rounds four and five at the Cariboo Raceway Park July 4 – 6. There were various classes for racers to participate including formula over 21, formula under 21, spec motard, spec thunder, spec over 21, spec under 21, spec supersport, formula supersport, formula thunder, formula GP, youth 6 –7, ladies, intermediate, 250 cup and CBR 125. Knee Dragger Michael Beaudoin raced in for second place in the CBR 125 class. The Knee Draggers will be participating in the Billy Barker Day festivities, see them in the parade on Saturday or stop by the track on Sunday at noon to try out this sport in a fun and safe environment. For information on the Knee Draggers contact Chris Kelly at 250-983-5381 or visit www.quesnelkneedraggers.com. For more photos of the PCMRC nationals rounds four and five see page A15.

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Parm Phangura–do you even lift?

WHITNEY GRIFFITHS Observer Reporter A former Quesnel resident is making his dream a reality, with years of hardwork and training.

Olympic weight lifter and nine-time national medalist Parm Phangura will represent Canada at the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Edinburg, Scotland July 23 – Aug.3.

The team is comprised of 14 weight lifters, with Phangura being the only member of the Canada team representing B.C., 12 members are from Quebec and one from SK. Unlike the Quebec

members Phangura has received no provincial funding for training and must instead fund his weight lifting as a hobby rather than a profession.

Raising a family and working makes this a tough challenge, but it’s Phangura’s passion for the sport and support of his family and friends that keep him going, training four – five times a week to prepare for events.

There are 15 categories in weight lifting, Phanura will be competing in the +105kg Heavy Weight.

Parm has been know to attend three – five competitions throughout a year.

In preparation

Olympic weight lifter Parm Phangura. for this year Commonwealth Games Phangura has already attended three competitions, which served as qualifiers.

This is Phangura’s second time attending the Commonwealth

Games, having attended the 2010 Games in New Deli, India.

He started training to be an Olympic weight lifter in 2001 and has attended many national

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and international competitions since then including the 2002 American Open, 2004 Commonwealth Weight lifting Championships, the 2007 Manuel Suarez Invitational

Tournament, the Senior National Championship five times, the Western Canadian Championship four times, the 2008 Pan American Championship and the 2010 Senior World Championships.

Born and raised in Quesnel Phangura has many unbelievable memories. After graduating in 1997 and leaving for school at BCIT Parm still makes time to visit the town that he called home for so long.

After all it was in Quesnel that his passion for weight lifting began, having been introduced to the sport while attending CSS.

After leaving for BCIT Phangura continued being extremely active in weight lifting while studying full time.

Phangura is currently living in the Greater Vancouver Area working full-time as an occupational health and safety manager for ACM Environmental and part-time as a trainer and Olympic weight lifter.

As a way to help aspiring weight lifters Phangura coaches athletes in the skills of Olympic weight lifting at his Performance Lifting Club.

For information contact Phangura at parmphangura@ hotmail.com

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Riders stormed the Pritchard rodeo ground July 12 – 13, riding two days in the summer heat and competing against fellow riders for the win.

In bareback, Quesnel rider Levi Lawlor charged in for first place in bull riding with a score of 76.

Steve Lloyd roped in another win for Quesnel, taking first place with a score of 16.2 in tie-down roping. Second place went to Houston’s Kyle Bell and following in third was Nick Teixiera of Kamloops.

In junior breakaway roping, Cache Creek’s Harley Antoine received a payout of $184.50 for a first place. Quesnel riders roped in second and third place, with a score of 4.7. Taylor Cherry took home second place and coming in third was Dyson LeNeve.

Riders Jared Marshall and Cash Kerner tied for first and second place in bareback, with Quesnel’s Steve Hohmann and Jared Marshall tying for third and fourth place.

Louis Creek’s Tristan Brackman held onto the reins as he raced in for first place in junior steer riding. Second place went to Jamie Muram of Barriere.

Quesnel riders Micaiah Gordon and Denton spears tied for third place with a score of 68.

In the saddle bronc, Kamloops rider Cole Scott rode in for first and second place, with Quesnel’s Steve Hohmann following in third.

Cole Scott brought back another first place win for Kamloops, this time in steer wrestling.

Second place went to Joel Isnardy of Cache Creek.

First place in breakaway roping went to Allison Everett of 150 Mile House, with Peachland rider Candace Chevalier roping into second followed by third place winner Barb Beers.

Monica Oram of Logan Lake held onto her mount as she rode in for first place in ladies barrel racing. Surrey’s Debbie Freemantle came in second place followed by Odessa Gerard from Savona in third place.

In junior barrel racing, first place went to Carli Wardrop of Houston, followed by Tosha Seitz in second place and Brook Call in third.

First place in pee wee barrel racing went to Zoey Hemming of Vernon. Cache Creek’s Gracie Antonie rode in for second place and following in third was Erika Ignace of Savona.

Kamloops rider Aaron Palmer worked alongside Cache Creek’s Neil Antoine to place first in team roping. Second place went to roping pair Tim Teripak of Kamloops and Cody Breaton of 150 Mile House. Ty Lytton from Lone Butte teamed up with Myles King of 150 Mile House, taking third place.

The next stop for the rodeo is Quesnel’s Alex Fraser Park. Join the riders on Billy Barker Days weekend as cowboys and cowgirls take to the rodeo grounds July 18 – 20.

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CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Be mindful of what you say and do this week, Cancer. Your head may be telling you to speak up, but your heart is telling you to stay quiet for a little while longer.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, enjoy the noisiness around you this week.

This extra hop in your step is refreshing and encourages you to make some bold moves that will pay off in the long run.

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PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 The time has come for you make your move, Pisces. You’re fully capable of making this transition and more than ready to do so.

Racers challenged the twists and turns of the Cariboo Raceway Park. Clockwise from top left: rider Robyn Hamm of White City SK races ahead of the competition; it is close quarters for these racers as they fight for the lead; Robyn Hamm drags her knee along the pavement; and a Vancouver rider takes on Quesnel’s track.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those who clearly outline the application requirements above will be contacted toward future screening.

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Houses For Sale

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DISPOSAL OF HOUSE at 442 Kinchant Street

by Sealed Bid

The City of Quesnel invites interested parties to submit a sealed bid/offer on a City owned house only located at 442 Kinchant Street.

The house is to be moved off of the existing site by October 15, 2014. (This purchase does not include any property). The interior of the house can be viewed during normal business hours by appointment only. The house is being sold on an “as it, where is� basis and includes all attached landings, stairs, carports etc.

Sealed bids in a clearly marked envelope reading “Sale of 442 Kinchant Street� will be accepted at the front counter of City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 until Friday, August 8, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

At that time, there will be a public opening.

The City of Quesnel reserves the right to refuse any or all offers submitted on this building including the highest offer.

Inquiries regarding this building may be directed to Ken Coombs, Director of Public Works and Engineering during office hours at 250-992-2111 or Kyle Russel, Facilities Maintenance Foreman, at (250) 255-7516.

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2008 10 Ft. Palomino

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Transportation

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Cars - Sports & Imports

Clean 2Bdrm. Apartment for rent in Quesnel. Interested parties kindly contact Daphne @ 1(604)929-7775 or email: del@russcanada.com

1994 Toyota Tercel 4 Dr. Automatic. Asking $2000. 250249-5644

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

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Sleeps 4-6. Many extras, excellent condition, used very little. Call 250-992-5213

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Thank you to the following poets who submitted their poems.

Drop off your poems at the Cariboo Observer Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or email to publisher@quesnelobserver.com. Fax 250-992-5229

Death

The Quesnel Rodeo Club

An intruder who comes once to all.

Meets each living creature, The great and the small.

We don’t give him welcome, But he comes just the same.

No choice but to listen, As he calls out our name.

A group of local cowboys, having lunch one day, Decided that a rodeo, should come in place to stay.

They put their heads together, a meeting they did hold, And from it “The Quesnel Rodeo Club” began to unfold.

At Bouchie Lake we had our grounds, When our first rodeo made the rounds.

Several rodeo’s brought us fame, Death Lots of cowboys played this game.

Soon more room had to be found, The last foe that we will all have to face.

We looked about for larger ground.

Just one final hurdle, Donations for the cowboys kitty, As we finish our race.

Sent us looking in the city.

Our life struggle finished, The course has been run.

Because our group has lots of spark, We’ve strived for the “Medal”, We headed to the Fraser Park.

Our Lord’s words – “Well done”.

We spent long hours in the sun, All because of rodeo fun.

Friend We started out with nothing here, And soon our grounds looked like a fair.

Grab the baton – Take your place in the fray.

We’ll keep on a running, Billy Barker Days came to fame, While his words we relay.

Riding on the Rodeo’s name.

We run with a partner, We’ve now been going for twenty-five years, And he wants us to know.

All our work done by volunteers.

That death has no power – Our work is hard, and sometimes steady, He has conquered our foe.

Just trying to get our program ready, When rodeo weekend starts getting near, Betty Beaven Our rodeo club is put in gear.

We work away, and do our best, Relying on spectators to do the rest.

Elaine Couldwell

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Friday, July 18, 2014

North Cariboo

REALTY

389,900

149,000

354,900

$

2317 Gook Rd. - Commercial (C4 zoning), excellent highway exposure corner of Hwy 97S & Gook Rd. Cleared level, 3.26 acres. Access off Beryl St. (turn off Hwy 97 to Gook, to Beryl. Quesnel’s commercial district expanding along highway. Near Walmart, Extra Foods, Sandman, Tim Horton’s, just to name a few. Out side city limits, in CRD, ideal location for your service commercial business. Call Rick.

MLS#237497 NCR#2512

SOLD

Ltd.

199,900

$

$

467 Adam St. - This is a real opportunity! 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 full size, large sunroom & deck that wraps around home. Sit in your sunroom & enjoy the view. Hardwood floors, new kitchen, updated & gorgeous. A must see, not a driveby.

Call Amber to view.

MLS#237999 NCR#2514

191 Vachon Rd. – One owner home in Southills on quiet cul-de-sac. 3,000+ sqft rancher w/walk-out bsmt & separate entry. 3 baths (dbl sinks & jetted tub in ensuite), 3 bdrms up w/ possible 4th down. 3 sets of French doors to deck (new vinyl) & patio underneath, beautiful treed, landscaped, fenced yard.

Kitchen has newer SS appl, LR has vaulted ceiling. Dbl grg & det’d 24’x26’ shop w/ 8’x12’ doors. Call Steve.

MLS#236975 NCR#2506

LICENCED PROPERTY MANAGER ON SITE

169,900

$

$

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3272 Hayman Cres. - 1990 2 bdrm, 2 bath mobile home w/240 sq ft addition (used as 3rd bdrm & mud rm) on 3.17 acres south of town. New wood stove to LR & NG furnace.

2 tier cov’d deck wired for hot tub. West facing quiet backyard mainly cleared. Roof apx. 7 yrs old. Skylights, some newer flooring & all appl incl. Det’d 16’ x24’ grg/shop & lots of RV parking. Close to Dragon Lake & Richbar Golf & Nursery. Quick possession possible, call Steve.

MLS#238128 NCR#2515

3278 Blackwater Rd. - Country Cute! 27.6 acres of treed privacy. Unique layout. Absolutely beautiful yard, complete w/ garden, flowers, shrubs, trees & so many outbuildings for all those hobbies. so bring you pets, critters, kids & breathe in the fresh air. Down a trail to find the well. 2 bdrms + loft. Master is huge w/patio door (perhaps add a deck). Lots of storage. 15 min from town, down Blackwater Rd, just before end of pavement, across from Rawlings Rd. Call Rick to view.

MLS#237063 NCR#2508

NCR would like

439,000

$

279,900

$

to welcome Amber to the family!

687 Kinchant St. - Immaculately maintained & unit apartment in North Quesnel. Two x 1 bedroom approx.

500sq ft per unit, four x 2 bedroom unit approx 600 sq ft per unit.

Bathrooms have all be recently updated. Gross income $43,716 per annum. Inquire.

MLS#N233828 NCR#2487

805 Avison Ave. - Fresh paint on the outside, good tenants in the inside, ready for your investment! All 1 bedroom units with upper units having 4 x 10 balcony. Building is full rented. Call Linda to schedule your appointment! GST may be applicable.

MLS#N 4506394

After your Billy Barker Days weekend stop by and say “Hi”.

399,900

$

1020 North Fraser Dr. - Gardener’s Delight! City acreage (4.18) & Fraser River frontage (approx. 400ft). 3-lvl split fts generously -sized rms, formal L/DR, a real cook’s kitchen w/gas stove, 4 bdrms + den, 3 F: & family rm. Bsmt has 2 bdrm suite. Beautiful stonework, gardens ready to plant, OS greenhouse frame, quick possession in main home. Rental house already rented. 2 houses, 2 lots (separate titles) 1 price.

Definitely a “2 for 1 package on this Premium Property. Call Rick. MLS#237497 NCR#2509

NCR#2459

370,000

$

315 Gordon Ave. – Top of the City! North Quesnel. Built in the day when Quality met Solid. Almost 1500 sq ft on 2 lvls + full bsmt.

Wood FP, hdwood flrs & pocket doors to Family rm in LR, Formal DR. Lrg Kitchen, WI Pantry, Laundry on main. 4 lrg BRs, Master haven w ensuite & powder rm. This large 4 BR, 4 bath home is so inviting, full of discovery w City convenience, yet so private w/ mature trees, garden, daylt bsmt, rec rm, os dbl grg. Perhaps yours to explore & call home. Call Rick

Call: 250-255-2855

MLS#N229739

NCR#2446

newe Pric 189,000

159,900

SOLD

3301 Red Bluff Rd. - Nice Family Home - South - 2.64 acres. Just past Richbar Nursery. Panhandle drive leads to private, lovely landscaped home, just waiting for your family.

New kitchen, beautiful flooring, gas firplace, finished up & down. 5 bdrm, 2 baths, large rec rm w/wood fireplace. Sundecks to enjoy the lovely country setting. Priced to sell w/quick possession. Call Rick to view.

MLS#N232480 NCR#2476

690 Rolph St. - On the river, this really nice updated house has lots of room to spare. 3 bdrms up 2 down & ready to set up for in-law suite or mortgage helper.

Private backyard, nice front yard. Great area of town, close to school, shopping, transit. Seeing is so much better than reading. Call Linda for a viewing!

MLS#N229671 NCR#2442

LOTS RACING RD SOUTH ½ AC $19,000.

N227183

RACING RD SOUTH ½ AC $19,000

N227185

CROFT SOUTH W/SHOP

$89,900.

N226691

MILLS RD

$19,000.

N232297

737 Barkerville Hwy. - 2,000+ sq ft 2 storey + part bsmt home on level 1 acre lot. 2 bdrms up & 1 down w/ground level entry & easily set up for suite, laundry, kitchen & 2nd bath already in. Less than 10 min. to town, airport, 4 Mile Store, Barlow Creek Elem. & Volunteer fire dept. Huge wrap around deck over carport w/access from dining room. Drilled well, natural gas, septic, high speed internet & cell reception. QUICK possession possible. Call Steve.

MLS#N236002 NCR#2503

BLACKWATER RD BLACKWATER RD BARKER RD KOHANKO RD

10 AC. 10 AC. .69 AC. 24 AC.

$50,000. $49,900. $99,000. $75,000.

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3023 Wheeler Rd. – Little treasure sitting on 1.84 acres South of town. Great place to live & think about what you would like to do on this level property. Close to shopping, amenities & Dragon Lake. MFD home pad w/ water, NG hookup and power beside house. Possible to subdivide & sell other property. Inquire.

MLS#N236093

NCR#2502

Lot 15 Parkland Rd. - LAKESHORE on TEN MILE LAKE! Great building site w/rec cabin for immediate use. Rustic Log cabin is approx 24x28, full of charm, solid const & totally enjoyable. Elect, kitchen (no water/septic), bdrm & loft. High vaulted ceiling lets light flood in, wood stove to warm the winter chill & tiered decks down to beach. Fire pit, privacy & unbelievable view. Dare to Dream! Call Rick MLS#N231169 #2461

OUT OF TOWN NORTH/SOUTH

75,000

$

$

954 Barkerville Hwy - Private 3 bdrm, 3 bath, 2,400 sq. ft. log home on almost 69 acres. Less than 10 min from town. Detached dbl garage, drilled well, lagoon, nat gas + Shaw HS internet. Barlow Creek Elem. School & volunteer fire dept. min away + Husky gas station & 4 Mile Store. Numerous trails for quadding etc in area. Private & gated driveway. View by appt only call Steve.

MLS#234160 #2495

4.97 AC. $74,900.

Lot A Kohanko Rd. - Land-Lots of Land! 24 Acres, Trees, DALE LAKE RD Creek & near the Bouchie Lake School. Also close to Bouchie W/CABIN $236,500.

Lake, Golf course, Firhall & convenience store/restaurant. Ideal PARKLAND holding property, or develop into your own private corner of the world or perhaps a hobby farm. Bring your ideas, your COTTONWOOD-ALCOCK 91.27AC. $95,000. dreams & have a look. Drive past Bouchie Lake School, turn onto Blackwater Rd, then right onto Kohanko Rd. A few minutes from downtown to country private. Call Rick.

MLS#N237006 NCR#2507

79,900

169,900

$

1191 Baity Ave. - This great investment property has been well looked after. Both sides have 3 bedrooms, and full unfinished basement. Both sides have also been recently updated. The property is rented and brings in $1475.00 per month. Buy one side and have the other side as income & low mortgage.

MLS#N233831 NCR#2483

441 Kinchant Street (across from City Hall) Phone: 250-992-2207 • Fax: 250-992-2240 Toll Free: 1-888-992-2207 northcariboorealty@telus.net

www.northcariboorealty.com

N234219

3 BDRM SUITE - $800/mth

$

4A – 2202 Basalt Ave. – Privacy in a Park! Convenient one level living. 3 bdrms, 2 full baths, nice efficient kitchen. All the better to enjoy the large sundeck, complete w/ planters.

Overlooks a field for privacy, storage shed & fenced yard.

This small mobile home park is south, allows pets w/ some restrictions. All offers subject to Horseshoe Trailer Park tenancy approval. Close to Lakeview Elem. School, shopping & Dragon Lake. Call Rick.

MLS#N 235687 #2497

N231169

3 BDRM SUITE - $675/mth

71,900

$

N225408

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SOLD

679 Jones St. - Peek-a-boo view of the train bridge!

North Quesnel convenience. Just steps from the river walk.

3 + 1 bdrms, 2 ½ baths, sundeck, fenced backyard. Wood fireplace sets the scene for home, comfort & convenience.

Energy rating 70+, R52 ceiling. Undeveloped City park next door. Have a look, may just be perfect for you. Call Rick to view.

MLS#N226671 NCR#2416

LOTS

285,900

236,500

$

OUT OF TOWN WEST +GST

$

$

LOTS

CRN NAZKO/RAWLINGS 4.82 AC. $48,000.

BLACKWATER RD 25+ AC. $55,000.

179,900

105,000

$

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199,900

$

$

3 BDRM SUITE - $650/mth

4053 Mystic Ave. – Little home on nice acreage off Barkerville Hwy. Newer cabinets, counter tops & sink.

Park-like property is very private at back and would be a good investment for starter home or rental. Call Linda to view MLS# N235734

Linda Gabara 250-992-2207 Broker

#2499

ALL UNITS PLUS UTILITIES

Rick Hughes 250-992-9846 Associate Broker

Steve Smith 250-255-3999 Associate Broker

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Leslie Johnson

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Bobbi Momer

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Friday, July 18, 2014

Leslie Johnson

Quesnel Realty

Ph. 250-992-6032 C.250-991-9405

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

355 St. Laurent Ave. 250-992-7202

Ph. 250-992-6032 C.250-991-9405

Bobbi Momer

Bobbi Momer

Ph. 250-992-5523 C.250-991-9063

Ph. 250-992-5523 C.250-991-9063

Jasper Croy

Jasper Croy 4626 - VERY HIGH-END CUSTOM -BUILT executive home with view of Dragon Lake. Dream oak kitchen w/stainless appliances including N/G range/pantry/dual sinks/huge island w/sink & tap/ granite counters/heated tile floor/top & bttm cabnt lighting/bight bltd ceilings in L/R with NG fireplace/dual doors to deck/MB has huge 5 pc bath/fully-finished bsmt w/9’ ceilings/2 grnd-level bsmt entries/spacious F/R/adj games rm/3 pc bath w/5’ shwr, htd Floor.

To many things to list. A must see. Call bob today! $424,000.00

4625 - AFFORDABLE little duplex centrally located for easy renting and convenience. Live in one side and have the other pay the mortgage. Fenced front yard and alley access in the back. One three bedroom and one two bedroom unit earning a combined $1,000/month. Separate meters so utilities are paid by renters. Check it out. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $99,900.00

4624 - LOOKING FOR ROOM TO PLAY? Extra large 079 lot in South Hills. You will enjoy your gardens & private back yard on your 24x25 deck overlooking the scenery. The efficient style plus inviting warmth of this totally renovated kitchen. The N/G fireplace warms the LR, and the new hardwood cherry flooring and oak flooring in the kitchen. The bsmt is unfinished with lots of room for the kids to run and lots of storage. Double garage, underground sprinklers in the front. Call Leslie or Claudia today. $269,900.00

4623 - PRIVATE AND SECLUDED 18.7 acre property located just 26 km east of Quesnel alongside Cottonwood Heritage site.

Energy efficient home is partially powered by $14K solar panel/ battery/inverter system and has high efficiency combination propane/wood furnace for heating. Open barn for horse shelter and hay storage as well as cabin (currently used as shop) & storage building. Two titles, one 12 acre parcel used for horse pasture & other 6.7 acres used for residence. Do not miss this opportunity!

Call Bob today! $282,000.00

4622 - A LITTLE TIME TODAY WILL TURN INTO CASH TOMORROW! This property is located on 1.9 acres, south of town with several outbuildings and good square footage.

Rural quiet area, paint, putter and profit is all you need to do here. Easy to view, priced to sell. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $154,900.00

Ph. 250-983-3251

Ph. 250-983-3251

Bill Ingram

Bill Ingram

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-9522

Claudia Holland

4621 - CURTAIN IS RISING on this lovely family home set on 0.56 acre south of town. 3 level home is an absolute treasure and offers 3 bdrms, 2 baths, a fabulous rec/games room as well as your own gym (or make it into bdrm#4)! Yard has to be seen to be appreciated. Fully fenced, gated on 2 sides and extremely private.

Garden area, and a great playhouse for the kids. Double garage, neutral decor throughout, absolutely immaculate inside and out.

Call Leslie or Claudia today! $278,900.00

4620 - GREAT BUNGALOW WITH BASEMENT in the city. Ideally located close to shopping and schools. Newer laminate flooring in living room and hallway. 10’ x 12’ deck overlooks fenced backyard. Great place for kids and pets to play. Roof is 7-8 years old. Hot water tank is new. Quiet family-oriented subdivision. Call Terri today! $156,900.00.

4619 - GORGEOUS HOME with 1.5 acres in the middle of nowhere, yet minutes to town. If peace and quiet is what you need, then this is the home for you. Cute as can be 3 bedroom home with wrap-around deck for enjoying those sunny mornings and gorgeous evenings! This home is move-in ready Several outbuildings for storage and parking the toys. This one is priced right and ready for a new family.

Call William today! $134,900.00

4617 - GET READY TO VIEW this clean, modern 2004 rancher in ever popular South Hills. With vaulted ceilings, pot lighting, maple cabinets and grand open concept, this beautiful bungalow on full city services is sure to please. Only a short walk to school, convenience stores and endless four season activities on famed Dragon Lake. An ideal property suitable for the retired couple or a growing family. Book your appointment to view this desirable package today! Call today! $284,900.00.

4616 - SPEND THE SUMMER CLOSE TO DRAGON LAKE as the owner of this 1995 2 bedroom mobile in family park.

Newer laminate flooring and paint make the decor modern and inviting. Spacious sundeck front and back are sure to please. Affordable carefree living in this popular south located park. Call Terri today! $64,900.00

Ph. 250-747-0422 C.250-983-9983

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-9522

Claudia Holland

Wayne Seale 4615 - EXPERIENCE THE VIEWS over the shimmering water, the crackle of your fire on the beach. The splendor of the landscaping, or the serene comfort of this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on a stunning 0.65 acre property on Dragon Lake. It’s a lifestyle to crave! $675,000.00. Call Claudia or Leslie for details!

4614 - INVEST IN PARADISE on renowned Dragon Lake. Over 7 acres of south facing property with over 700’ of lakeshore ideally located near school and shopping, yet tucked away for a private retreat. Set up for hobby farm with barn, riding paddock, a view to keep you and your horses in good spirits. Make the lifestyle shift to waterfront living and enjoy the bounty of the lake whether fishing, boating or playing hockey on the ice in the winter. Or check out the subdivision possibilities! Call Claudia or Leslie today! $739,000.00

4613 - EXCELLENT FAMILY HOME in popular Johnston Sub. Oak kitchen and a huge fenced yard give the kids and pets lots of room to roam. Access from Johnston Ave to a paved driveway and carport. Lane access for RV parking or that shop you always wanted to build. 3 bedrooms on main, near new bathroom. Full walkout basement with 2 bedrooms and rec room. Close to school and park. Call Bill today! $229,000.00.

4612 - PRIVATE AND SECLUDED BOUCHIE LAKE area 6.13 acre property with deluxe 14’ x 66’ 1994 mobile home with an addition. Property set up for horses and has several out buildings for chickens, horse shelter and storage. Home has fenced yard with landscaping and a sundeck ideal for enjoying the country surroundings. This property is located just 15 minute driving time to Quesnel. Call for a viewing of this desirable property. Call Bob today! $179,000.00.

4611 - IT DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS 4 bath, with a view. Lots of curb appeal, fully landscaped with a pond and garden spot. All this on a no-thru road at the top of Southills.

Lots of recent updates, like high-end hardwood and cork flooring, new cabinets in the bathrooms, a new staircase and, best of all, a brand new kitchen with granite countertops that will have your cook doing a happy-dance. Formal dining room, laundry on main and 2 car garage. Call Bill today! $421,000.00.

Ph. 250-747-3753 C.250-991-8170

Ph. 250-747-3753 C.250-991-8170

William Lacy

William Lacy

Bob Marsh

4610 - VERY WELL KEPT 3 BEDROOM HOME on 0.97 acre level land. Private, but not too far out of the way, near the golf course. Nicely treed, large shop and storage shed.

Lots of renos have been done, new flooring throughout, tastefully decorated. Lots of room for the kids to play. Large deck (12x32). Call Bill today! $234,900.00.

4609 - 3232 SQ FT - 1 LEVEL BUILDING on 1.78 acres with visible exposure on the Nazko Hwy. Approx. 6 miles from Quesnel close to Bouchie Lake. Once known as the Bonny Hills Store. Was once operated as a grocery store with a small restaurant. Now operating as a feed store for local farmers. Call Bill today! $129,900.00

4608 - EXECUTIVE FAMILY HOME in South Hills, ready for your family. This is a bright, very spacious home with a lot to offer the growing family. There are four bedrooms on the upper floor, main level living room and family room, and formal dining room as well.

The home boasts a large kitchen with center island and fabulous eating area overlooking the flat, private backyard. There is ample parking for family and friends and double garage. Memories are made here! Call Leslie or Claudia today! $297,500.00.

4607 - FANTASTIC FAMILY HOME on 1.5 acres in a great location, that is seconds away from the golf course and minutes away from shopping and town. 3 bedroom home with potential for the laundry to become the 4th. Fantastic wrap-around deck to enjoy the sun, the shade, the fruit trees and the peace and quiet.

Great piece of land for gardening or whatever your heart desires, and it is also fully fenced. Phone today to view, as this one will not last long. Call William today! $184,900.00

4606 - CURTAIN RISING! This is a lovely, executive South Hills home that is see worthy! 4 bdrms, 3 baths including a lovely ensuite with walk-in tile shower. Fabulous family floor plan, formal dining plus eating area in the kitchen. The entire family will enjoy the generous size family/rec room & mom & dad can relax on the sundeck and enjoy the very private fully fenced, treed backyard.

Kids and dogs are all good here! There is a double garage, paved drive and easy acre landscaping. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $296,500.00

Cell. 250-983-5003

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-5792

Bob Marsh

4603 - THIS IS THE RIGHT UPLANDS FAMILY HOME at the right price - 3 bedrooms up, 1 down. 4 pc reno’d bath up, 3 pc down. Updates includes windows, bath, high effc. furnace, hot water tank, flooring. Don’t miss out. Right across from the park.

Kids will love it. Call Bob today! $129,900.00

4602 - COME AND TAKE A LOOK, YOU WON’T WANT TO LEAVE! Tucked away, this 48 acre farm is only minutes from town.

A lovely & unique 3bdrm/2 bath home with a large deck off the LR so you can relax & enjoy the view. A guest cabin, heated workshop with a double garage, hay barn, 2 poultry pens & more, allow you to live your farm dream, raise cattle, chickens, run a few horses...the choice is yours. Soil is great for gardening and the hay fields produce 1200-1600 sq bales a season! Call Bobbi today! $329,900.00

4600 - GREAT NORTH QUESNEL LOCATION sits this 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow. Ideally located walking distance to downtown and only a block from Arena & curling club. Small single garage being used as workshop.

Good sized fully serviced lot. Location, location, location.

Call Terri today! $99,900.00

4599 - NICE FAMILY HOME close to schools and shopping.

3 bedrooms up with a 1 bedroom suite in the basement (great mortgage helper! This well maintained home has a covered sundeck with overlooks the garden, a single garage, fully fenced yard (nicely landscaped) and a paved driveway. Call Bobbi today! $164,900.00

Ph. 250-249-0004

Ph. 250-249-0004

Terri Matula

Terri Matula

#4170 - LOOKING FOR A GREAT PIECE OF PROPERTY within 10 minutes from town, near the lake and golf course? Look no further. This beautiful treed 0.81 acre parcel is ready to be developed. Walking distance to fly fishing heaven on Bouchie Lake, and a quick 5 minute commute to the Quesnel Golf course. A great place to retire or raise children on a quiet no thru road. $27,200.

Call Jasper today!

#4221 - OVERLOOKING QUESNEL GOLF COURSE and close to school, store and town. Large lot size of 0.82 of an aces with hydro, gas and water at lot line. This is one of the last lots in this area of magnificent homes.

If you love to golf, then this is the place to be. Next to 192, Fairway across from 1912 Fairway. Call Wayne today! $30,000.

Pam McGauley 250-991-2814

Ph. 250-992-6028 C.250-991-9147

#4131 - PICTURESQUE 409 ACRE RANCH! Newer 4

4593 - COUNTRY ROAD TAKE ME HOME to this 2 bedroom charmer on 5, treed, acres. Totally refurbished and cute as a button plus barn, shop, workshop and more. $239,400.00 Call Leslie or Claudia today!

4628 - ALL DRESSED UP AND WAITING. Home has never been on the market. Privacy, just under on half of an acre, and all on City services. Immaculate home that boasts lovely hardwood flooring, main level laundry and main level master bdrm with a fabulous ensuite. Bdrms are generous size, separate hobby-craft rm and there is also a great rec/games rm upstairs for the kids or a 4th bdrm. 3 baths, lovely kitchen w/oak appointed cabinetry & separate eating area. Call Leslie or Claudia today! $249,900.00

4591 - GORGEOUS 3-LEVEL SPLIT HOME in a great location, close to Dragon Lake, Lakeview School and shopping! Tastefully decorated and updated, this house has everything you need and more. Attached double garage, private patio both covered and open and a well manicured half-acre yard. Just move in, and do nothing except enjoy the great location and fantastic family home. This one is a must-see! Call William today! $259,000.00

4590 - PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP. Lovely one owner home in a great neighbourhood. Very bright with 4 or 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, nice kitchen, and large master bedroom. Fully finished basement with great family room.

All new flooring and paint in last 3 years. Great value at $229,900.00 Call Randy today!

4589 - INTRODUCING CHARM & CHARISMA! Lovely 3 bdrm rancher with oh-so- much to offer, including in-floor heating throughout, new boiler & hotwater tank, ECO water system, ample storage throughout the home, & all the room you will need for your toys. South of town, on 0.71 acre with absolutely manicured grounds & fully-fenced backyard. Attached garage (26x28), detached 1,450 sq ft shop with double garage. Open floor plan, two vaulted cedar ceilings. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $319,900.00.

4588 - DREAM STARTER! Fabulous home, ready for your inspection! Lovely 3 bdrm rancher with incredible features such as sunken living room complete with fireplace, two vaulted ceilings, and spacious open floor plan. There is ample storage throughout the home, double garage, plus a detached 1,450 sq ft shop. The grounds are absolutely pristine, and the entire family will enjoy the private patio, & the fully fenced yard. Offers elegance, atmosphere, & Comfort. Call Leslie or Claudia for your appointment. $319,900.00.

4587 - NOW THAT YOU HAVE SEEN THE REST, it is time to see the best! Truly, one of the finest executive homes in Quesnel has to offer. The 180 degree panoramic view of the city in this 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom masterpiece will blow your mind. From a new roof to custom granite countertops throughout, this home needs absolutely nothing. A 30’ x 40’ heated and wired shop with be home to all the toys and hobbies you can imagine. Call Jasper today. $495,000.00

4584 - SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME with 4 bdrms, 3 baths on a private 1.72 acres located in the Bouchie Lake area.

Large country kitchen with built in appliances, huge family room with wood fireplace. Large yard with breezeway and attached garage. Unfinished basement and home is waiting for the right owner to put those finishing touches and make this home a dream home! Call William today! $236,300.00.

4583 - 5 ACRES ON A QUIET ROAD just a handful of minutes to town. 4 bedroom. Older mobile with outbuildings in a great setting. With a little TLC this home could be a cozy little getaway with all the privacy in the world! Call William today $80,000.00

4582 - WELCOME TO DRAGON LAKE CULTURE at it’s finest.

Stunning post card views & endless activities at your fingertips, this 6 bdrm, 4 bath executive waterfront home has it all.

Engineered hardwood & tile floors welcome you into a kitchen full of stainless appliances and granite countertops. Vaulted ceilings, picture windows & N/G F/P on main floor with gorgeous master bath & walk in closet. Huge rec room, pellet stove F/P all backed by natural gas forced air heat. Call Jasper today! $525,000.00

4581 - FANTASTIC FAMILY HOME with 2 bdrms in-law suite in a great area. Gorgeously kept street with nice homes is a great setting for this executive style home. Dble car garage, manicured grounds, decks at both ends of the home are just a few of the touches that make this an excellent family home. 2 bdrm suite in the bsmt with private entrance. New roof last year and being a fairly new build, home is waiting for that next family to make it their dream home. Call William today ! $230,000.00

4579 - CELEBRATE NATURE! 4 bdrm family home with lots to offer. South of town, 10.55 ac., fenced & all set up for your horses.

Double garage, detached 2-bay shop, woodshed & numerous outbuildings. Home features a large country kitchen, separate dining room, and a generous living room for everyone to hang out in. TV games room, main level laundry, nice decor & colours throughout. Looking for space, ambience & a breezy location, we’ve got it! Call Claudia or Leslie today! $339,000.00

4575 - NON BASEMENT 1232 SQ. FT 3 BDRM dereg. modular home on full concrete foundation on 5.11 acres just up the Barkerville Hwy. At the end of Fanslau Rd. Completely private setting. New electric certificationfurnace updated-recent large pressure tank in closet to the left of the front door. 2 PC ensuite - 4PC bath - 9’6 x 19 storage shed. $129,000.00 Call Bob Marsh today!

4558 - CHECK OUT HIS AFFORDABLE HOME in a quiet park. three bedrooms, remodelled bath, newer carpet, pellet stove & a new roof. Lots of space and a great layout whether for one or a few more. Only minutes from downtown, and a corner store is only a short walk away. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $72,000

4572 - CUSTOM NORTH QUESNEL HOME. 4 + bedrooms, 4 baths, elegant entry, cook’s choice kitchen, full basement with rec & exercise area, in floor heat, cobblestone drive & more. Ideally located. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $386,900.00.

4571 - FANTASTIC LOCATION on quiet street south of town. Lots of room to roam on this 0.59 acre property. Over 1500 sq. ft. inside makes it feel quite roomy. Currently a 2 bedroom but easily converted to 4 bedroom, if needed.

Dragon Lake and shopping are just minutes away nearby.

Quick possession is possible. Adjoining lot also for sale on MLS. Call Wayne today! $124,900.

4570 - STARTER HOBBY FARM on 2.8 acres only 5 minutes from town. Fenced and x-fenced with numerous outbuildings including an older horse stall and a 10 x 20 barn/shed. 1972 Atco Valmont with 3 bedrooms. Not much available at this price. Wayne today! $75,900.

4569 - HOME & SHOPS! 1.96 ac. south of the city with a lovely 2 bdrm home offering hardwood floor, great kitchen, large master bedroom, and all new windows on the main.

Great 54 x 40 shop area with 2 shops, storage, and carport.

Also a 12x20 shop and covered RV storage. Beautiful private, treed yard. A must see at $209,000.00 Call Randy today!

4568 - 3 BEDROOM STARTER HOME on quiet dead-end street above the river. Very usable 0.45/acre lot and sooo close to the convenience of city services. Water agreement with adjoining property and on septic system. Not much available at this price. Call Wayne today! $75,900.

4567 - WATERFRONT RANCHER! Spotless home on Bouchie Lake. 3 bedroom plus den, 2 bathrooms, lovely kitchen with island and bay window, 2 covered decks.

Beautiful private yard with 80 ft of lakeshore and an excellent view of the lake. Garage and shop. A must see at $259,900.

4566 - PRISTINE CONDITION 2 bedroom, 2 bath 2008 mobile in Kersley. Located on a flat 1.17 acre lot ideal for the gardener or retiree. Quiet, open and safe dead end street is also perfect for the little ones or the pets. Nothing to do here, as the seller has made sure everything is dependable and working. 5 appliances are included and other items might also be available to buy. Call Wayne today! $156,900.

#4253 - LOVELY WATERFRONT on beautiful Bouchie Lake, just a 10 minute drive west of Quesnel, BC. Very level 0.45 acre with driveway and culvert in place.

Natural gas and hydro available. Adjoining lots also for sale. Call Randy for details. $71,900.00

#4254 - LOVELY WATERFRONT ON BEAUTIFUL BOUCHIE LAKE, just 10 minute drive west of Quesnel.

Very level 0.42 acre with driveway and culvert in place.

Natural gas and Hydro available. Adjoingin lots also for sale. Call Randy for more details! $61,900.00.

#4271 - A NICE LEVEL LOT in the town of Wells. An ideal location for summer, retirement, or primary home with endless activities at your doorstep. A short drive to famous Bowron Lakes, Barkerville and Troll Ski Resort. Turn your dreams into reality as you relax in this beautiful community. Call Jasper today. $15,900.

#4294 - A GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY awaits you. C6 - Commercially zoned property in the desirable South Quesnel area. Tons of potential whether it be developed now, or in the future. Call Jasper, Leslie or Claudia for more info today! $57,000.00

#4296 - TREED, once acre lot with great highway exposure. Only minutes from town, level, lots of potential. Call Leslie or Claudia today! $39,900.00

bdrm, 3298 sq. ft exe. home, located only 20 min. driving time West of Quesnel. Property is comprised of 3 separate titles and comes with 2nd separate 3600 sq ft log house.

So many extras...horse barn, tack rm, loft hay storage, calving barn, workshop greenhouse riding arena. Call Bob Granholm today! $995,858.

Bob Granholm 4505 - 20 ACRES OF PRIVACY SO CLOSE TO TOWN, Bouchie Lake and Milburn Lake. Very quiet rural road with only 3 residences. This is a 1981 2-bedroom mobile that could use some TLC. Seller says there is value in the ample amount of timber on the property. Also has Nazko Road (roadside) frontage. Call Wayne today! $94,900.00

Randy Derrick

4596 - CHARMING RANCHER. Lovely 3 bedroom on .48 acre near Bouchie Lake. Bright and open with a beautiful vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, great kitchen, and lots of updates. There’s also a 24x24 shop, carport, paved drive, and lovely backyard with privacy fence and playhouse. $179,900.00 Call Randy today!

Cell. 250-983-5003

Bob Granholm

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-991-2001

4597 - STRETCH YOUR $$$$$. Good buy for an investment property, mobile with just over 1,200 sq ft on nice 0.42 acre, south of town. Walking distance to shopping and schools, nicely treed, private property with lots of potential. Three bedrooms, separate dining area, generous size front enclosed porch. A snug setting and very affordable. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $83,500.00

Ph. 250-747-0422 C.250-983-9983

Wayne Seale

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-5792

4598 - CUSTOM KITCHEN ON A LEVEL 2 AC. LOT with a detached shop. Birch hardwood flooring and cabinetry, laundry on the main, eating nook as well as a dining room.

Concrete pad out front for extra parking or whatever the imagination has in store. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $120,750.00

You have questions, She has answers!

#4244 - 163+ ACRES hay farm minutes from Ten Mile Lake. Gravel pit is accessible from Highway for easy hauling. Property is 80% perimeter fenced. Build your dream home and enjoy this spacious revenue generating property. Call Bobbi Today! $189,900.

#4251 - A RARE FIND. Large 1.61 acre waterfront lot on beautiful Bouchie Lake, just 10 minute drive west of Quesnel, BC. Great building sites with beautiful views and lots of wildlife. The property is level with some trees. Natural gas and Hydro available. Adjoining lots also for sale. Call Randy for details! $110,000.00

#4252 - LOVELY 0.86 ACRE WATERFRONT LOT on beautiful Bouchie Lake, just a 10 minute drive west of Quesnel, BC. Property is level with some trees. Beautiful views and lots of wildlife, including pelicans. Natural gas and hydro available. Adjoining lots also for sale. Call Randy for details. $104,500.00

THE SIGN YOU WANT

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-991-2001

Randy Derrick

Pam McGauley 250-991-2814

Ph. 250-992-6028 C.250-991-9147

You have questions, She has answers!

THE AGENTS YOU NEED

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Friday, July 18, 2014

Leslie Johnson

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Bobbi Momer

www.quesnelobserver.com B9

Friday, July 18, 2014

Leslie Johnson

Quesnel Realty

Ph. 250-992-6032 C.250-991-9405

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

355 St. Laurent Ave. 250-992-7202

Ph. 250-992-6032 C.250-991-9405

Bobbi Momer

Bobbi Momer

Ph. 250-992-5523 C.250-991-9063

Ph. 250-992-5523 C.250-991-9063

Jasper Croy

Jasper Croy 4626 - VERY HIGH-END CUSTOM -BUILT executive home with view of Dragon Lake. Dream oak kitchen w/stainless appliances including N/G range/pantry/dual sinks/huge island w/sink & tap/ granite counters/heated tile floor/top & bttm cabnt lighting/bight bltd ceilings in L/R with NG fireplace/dual doors to deck/MB has huge 5 pc bath/fully-finished bsmt w/9’ ceilings/2 grnd-level bsmt entries/spacious F/R/adj games rm/3 pc bath w/5’ shwr, htd Floor.

To many things to list. A must see. Call bob today! $424,000.00

4625 - AFFORDABLE little duplex centrally located for easy renting and convenience. Live in one side and have the other pay the mortgage. Fenced front yard and alley access in the back. One three bedroom and one two bedroom unit earning a combined $1,000/month. Separate meters so utilities are paid by renters. Check it out. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $99,900.00

4624 - LOOKING FOR ROOM TO PLAY? Extra large 079 lot in South Hills. You will enjoy your gardens & private back yard on your 24x25 deck overlooking the scenery. The efficient style plus inviting warmth of this totally renovated kitchen. The N/G fireplace warms the LR, and the new hardwood cherry flooring and oak flooring in the kitchen. The bsmt is unfinished with lots of room for the kids to run and lots of storage. Double garage, underground sprinklers in the front. Call Leslie or Claudia today. $269,900.00

4623 - PRIVATE AND SECLUDED 18.7 acre property located just 26 km east of Quesnel alongside Cottonwood Heritage site.

Energy efficient home is partially powered by $14K solar panel/ battery/inverter system and has high efficiency combination propane/wood furnace for heating. Open barn for horse shelter and hay storage as well as cabin (currently used as shop) & storage building. Two titles, one 12 acre parcel used for horse pasture & other 6.7 acres used for residence. Do not miss this opportunity!

Call Bob today! $282,000.00

4622 - A LITTLE TIME TODAY WILL TURN INTO CASH TOMORROW! This property is located on 1.9 acres, south of town with several outbuildings and good square footage.

Rural quiet area, paint, putter and profit is all you need to do here. Easy to view, priced to sell. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $154,900.00

Ph. 250-983-3251

Ph. 250-983-3251

Bill Ingram

Bill Ingram

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-9522

Claudia Holland

4621 - CURTAIN IS RISING on this lovely family home set on 0.56 acre south of town. 3 level home is an absolute treasure and offers 3 bdrms, 2 baths, a fabulous rec/games room as well as your own gym (or make it into bdrm#4)! Yard has to be seen to be appreciated. Fully fenced, gated on 2 sides and extremely private.

Garden area, and a great playhouse for the kids. Double garage, neutral decor throughout, absolutely immaculate inside and out.

Call Leslie or Claudia today! $278,900.00

4620 - GREAT BUNGALOW WITH BASEMENT in the city. Ideally located close to shopping and schools. Newer laminate flooring in living room and hallway. 10’ x 12’ deck overlooks fenced backyard. Great place for kids and pets to play. Roof is 7-8 years old. Hot water tank is new. Quiet family-oriented subdivision. Call Terri today! $156,900.00.

4619 - GORGEOUS HOME with 1.5 acres in the middle of nowhere, yet minutes to town. If peace and quiet is what you need, then this is the home for you. Cute as can be 3 bedroom home with wrap-around deck for enjoying those sunny mornings and gorgeous evenings! This home is move-in ready Several outbuildings for storage and parking the toys. This one is priced right and ready for a new family.

Call William today! $134,900.00

4617 - GET READY TO VIEW this clean, modern 2004 rancher in ever popular South Hills. With vaulted ceilings, pot lighting, maple cabinets and grand open concept, this beautiful bungalow on full city services is sure to please. Only a short walk to school, convenience stores and endless four season activities on famed Dragon Lake. An ideal property suitable for the retired couple or a growing family. Book your appointment to view this desirable package today! Call today! $284,900.00.

4616 - SPEND THE SUMMER CLOSE TO DRAGON LAKE as the owner of this 1995 2 bedroom mobile in family park.

Newer laminate flooring and paint make the decor modern and inviting. Spacious sundeck front and back are sure to please. Affordable carefree living in this popular south located park. Call Terri today! $64,900.00

Ph. 250-747-0422 C.250-983-9983

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-9522

Claudia Holland

Wayne Seale 4615 - EXPERIENCE THE VIEWS over the shimmering water, the crackle of your fire on the beach. The splendor of the landscaping, or the serene comfort of this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on a stunning 0.65 acre property on Dragon Lake. It’s a lifestyle to crave! $675,000.00. Call Claudia or Leslie for details!

4614 - INVEST IN PARADISE on renowned Dragon Lake. Over 7 acres of south facing property with over 700’ of lakeshore ideally located near school and shopping, yet tucked away for a private retreat. Set up for hobby farm with barn, riding paddock, a view to keep you and your horses in good spirits. Make the lifestyle shift to waterfront living and enjoy the bounty of the lake whether fishing, boating or playing hockey on the ice in the winter. Or check out the subdivision possibilities! Call Claudia or Leslie today! $739,000.00

4613 - EXCELLENT FAMILY HOME in popular Johnston Sub. Oak kitchen and a huge fenced yard give the kids and pets lots of room to roam. Access from Johnston Ave to a paved driveway and carport. Lane access for RV parking or that shop you always wanted to build. 3 bedrooms on main, near new bathroom. Full walkout basement with 2 bedrooms and rec room. Close to school and park. Call Bill today! $229,000.00.

4612 - PRIVATE AND SECLUDED BOUCHIE LAKE area 6.13 acre property with deluxe 14’ x 66’ 1994 mobile home with an addition. Property set up for horses and has several out buildings for chickens, horse shelter and storage. Home has fenced yard with landscaping and a sundeck ideal for enjoying the country surroundings. This property is located just 15 minute driving time to Quesnel. Call for a viewing of this desirable property. Call Bob today! $179,000.00.

4611 - IT DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS 4 bath, with a view. Lots of curb appeal, fully landscaped with a pond and garden spot. All this on a no-thru road at the top of Southills.

Lots of recent updates, like high-end hardwood and cork flooring, new cabinets in the bathrooms, a new staircase and, best of all, a brand new kitchen with granite countertops that will have your cook doing a happy-dance. Formal dining room, laundry on main and 2 car garage. Call Bill today! $421,000.00.

Ph. 250-747-3753 C.250-991-8170

Ph. 250-747-3753 C.250-991-8170

William Lacy

William Lacy

Bob Marsh

4610 - VERY WELL KEPT 3 BEDROOM HOME on 0.97 acre level land. Private, but not too far out of the way, near the golf course. Nicely treed, large shop and storage shed.

Lots of renos have been done, new flooring throughout, tastefully decorated. Lots of room for the kids to play. Large deck (12x32). Call Bill today! $234,900.00.

4609 - 3232 SQ FT - 1 LEVEL BUILDING on 1.78 acres with visible exposure on the Nazko Hwy. Approx. 6 miles from Quesnel close to Bouchie Lake. Once known as the Bonny Hills Store. Was once operated as a grocery store with a small restaurant. Now operating as a feed store for local farmers. Call Bill today! $129,900.00

4608 - EXECUTIVE FAMILY HOME in South Hills, ready for your family. This is a bright, very spacious home with a lot to offer the growing family. There are four bedrooms on the upper floor, main level living room and family room, and formal dining room as well.

The home boasts a large kitchen with center island and fabulous eating area overlooking the flat, private backyard. There is ample parking for family and friends and double garage. Memories are made here! Call Leslie or Claudia today! $297,500.00.

4607 - FANTASTIC FAMILY HOME on 1.5 acres in a great location, that is seconds away from the golf course and minutes away from shopping and town. 3 bedroom home with potential for the laundry to become the 4th. Fantastic wrap-around deck to enjoy the sun, the shade, the fruit trees and the peace and quiet.

Great piece of land for gardening or whatever your heart desires, and it is also fully fenced. Phone today to view, as this one will not last long. Call William today! $184,900.00

4606 - CURTAIN RISING! This is a lovely, executive South Hills home that is see worthy! 4 bdrms, 3 baths including a lovely ensuite with walk-in tile shower. Fabulous family floor plan, formal dining plus eating area in the kitchen. The entire family will enjoy the generous size family/rec room & mom & dad can relax on the sundeck and enjoy the very private fully fenced, treed backyard.

Kids and dogs are all good here! There is a double garage, paved drive and easy acre landscaping. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $296,500.00

Cell. 250-983-5003

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-5792

Bob Marsh

4603 - THIS IS THE RIGHT UPLANDS FAMILY HOME at the right price - 3 bedrooms up, 1 down. 4 pc reno’d bath up, 3 pc down. Updates includes windows, bath, high effc. furnace, hot water tank, flooring. Don’t miss out. Right across from the park.

Kids will love it. Call Bob today! $129,900.00

4602 - COME AND TAKE A LOOK, YOU WON’T WANT TO LEAVE! Tucked away, this 48 acre farm is only minutes from town.

A lovely & unique 3bdrm/2 bath home with a large deck off the LR so you can relax & enjoy the view. A guest cabin, heated workshop with a double garage, hay barn, 2 poultry pens & more, allow you to live your farm dream, raise cattle, chickens, run a few horses...the choice is yours. Soil is great for gardening and the hay fields produce 1200-1600 sq bales a season! Call Bobbi today! $329,900.00

4600 - GREAT NORTH QUESNEL LOCATION sits this 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow. Ideally located walking distance to downtown and only a block from Arena & curling club. Small single garage being used as workshop.

Good sized fully serviced lot. Location, location, location.

Call Terri today! $99,900.00

4599 - NICE FAMILY HOME close to schools and shopping.

3 bedrooms up with a 1 bedroom suite in the basement (great mortgage helper! This well maintained home has a covered sundeck with overlooks the garden, a single garage, fully fenced yard (nicely landscaped) and a paved driveway. Call Bobbi today! $164,900.00

Ph. 250-249-0004

Ph. 250-249-0004

Terri Matula

Terri Matula

#4170 - LOOKING FOR A GREAT PIECE OF PROPERTY within 10 minutes from town, near the lake and golf course? Look no further. This beautiful treed 0.81 acre parcel is ready to be developed. Walking distance to fly fishing heaven on Bouchie Lake, and a quick 5 minute commute to the Quesnel Golf course. A great place to retire or raise children on a quiet no thru road. $27,200.

Call Jasper today!

#4221 - OVERLOOKING QUESNEL GOLF COURSE and close to school, store and town. Large lot size of 0.82 of an aces with hydro, gas and water at lot line. This is one of the last lots in this area of magnificent homes.

If you love to golf, then this is the place to be. Next to 192, Fairway across from 1912 Fairway. Call Wayne today! $30,000.

Pam McGauley 250-991-2814

Ph. 250-992-6028 C.250-991-9147

#4131 - PICTURESQUE 409 ACRE RANCH! Newer 4

4593 - COUNTRY ROAD TAKE ME HOME to this 2 bedroom charmer on 5, treed, acres. Totally refurbished and cute as a button plus barn, shop, workshop and more. $239,400.00 Call Leslie or Claudia today!

4628 - ALL DRESSED UP AND WAITING. Home has never been on the market. Privacy, just under on half of an acre, and all on City services. Immaculate home that boasts lovely hardwood flooring, main level laundry and main level master bdrm with a fabulous ensuite. Bdrms are generous size, separate hobby-craft rm and there is also a great rec/games rm upstairs for the kids or a 4th bdrm. 3 baths, lovely kitchen w/oak appointed cabinetry & separate eating area. Call Leslie or Claudia today! $249,900.00

4591 - GORGEOUS 3-LEVEL SPLIT HOME in a great location, close to Dragon Lake, Lakeview School and shopping! Tastefully decorated and updated, this house has everything you need and more. Attached double garage, private patio both covered and open and a well manicured half-acre yard. Just move in, and do nothing except enjoy the great location and fantastic family home. This one is a must-see! Call William today! $259,000.00

4590 - PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP. Lovely one owner home in a great neighbourhood. Very bright with 4 or 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, nice kitchen, and large master bedroom. Fully finished basement with great family room.

All new flooring and paint in last 3 years. Great value at $229,900.00 Call Randy today!

4589 - INTRODUCING CHARM & CHARISMA! Lovely 3 bdrm rancher with oh-so- much to offer, including in-floor heating throughout, new boiler & hotwater tank, ECO water system, ample storage throughout the home, & all the room you will need for your toys. South of town, on 0.71 acre with absolutely manicured grounds & fully-fenced backyard. Attached garage (26x28), detached 1,450 sq ft shop with double garage. Open floor plan, two vaulted cedar ceilings. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $319,900.00.

4588 - DREAM STARTER! Fabulous home, ready for your inspection! Lovely 3 bdrm rancher with incredible features such as sunken living room complete with fireplace, two vaulted ceilings, and spacious open floor plan. There is ample storage throughout the home, double garage, plus a detached 1,450 sq ft shop. The grounds are absolutely pristine, and the entire family will enjoy the private patio, & the fully fenced yard. Offers elegance, atmosphere, & Comfort. Call Leslie or Claudia for your appointment. $319,900.00.

4587 - NOW THAT YOU HAVE SEEN THE REST, it is time to see the best! Truly, one of the finest executive homes in Quesnel has to offer. The 180 degree panoramic view of the city in this 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom masterpiece will blow your mind. From a new roof to custom granite countertops throughout, this home needs absolutely nothing. A 30’ x 40’ heated and wired shop with be home to all the toys and hobbies you can imagine. Call Jasper today. $495,000.00

4584 - SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME with 4 bdrms, 3 baths on a private 1.72 acres located in the Bouchie Lake area.

Large country kitchen with built in appliances, huge family room with wood fireplace. Large yard with breezeway and attached garage. Unfinished basement and home is waiting for the right owner to put those finishing touches and make this home a dream home! Call William today! $236,300.00.

4583 - 5 ACRES ON A QUIET ROAD just a handful of minutes to town. 4 bedroom. Older mobile with outbuildings in a great setting. With a little TLC this home could be a cozy little getaway with all the privacy in the world! Call William today $80,000.00

4582 - WELCOME TO DRAGON LAKE CULTURE at it’s finest.

Stunning post card views & endless activities at your fingertips, this 6 bdrm, 4 bath executive waterfront home has it all.

Engineered hardwood & tile floors welcome you into a kitchen full of stainless appliances and granite countertops. Vaulted ceilings, picture windows & N/G F/P on main floor with gorgeous master bath & walk in closet. Huge rec room, pellet stove F/P all backed by natural gas forced air heat. Call Jasper today! $525,000.00

4581 - FANTASTIC FAMILY HOME with 2 bdrms in-law suite in a great area. Gorgeously kept street with nice homes is a great setting for this executive style home. Dble car garage, manicured grounds, decks at both ends of the home are just a few of the touches that make this an excellent family home. 2 bdrm suite in the bsmt with private entrance. New roof last year and being a fairly new build, home is waiting for that next family to make it their dream home. Call William today ! $230,000.00

4579 - CELEBRATE NATURE! 4 bdrm family home with lots to offer. South of town, 10.55 ac., fenced & all set up for your horses.

Double garage, detached 2-bay shop, woodshed & numerous outbuildings. Home features a large country kitchen, separate dining room, and a generous living room for everyone to hang out in. TV games room, main level laundry, nice decor & colours throughout. Looking for space, ambience & a breezy location, we’ve got it! Call Claudia or Leslie today! $339,000.00

4575 - NON BASEMENT 1232 SQ. FT 3 BDRM dereg. modular home on full concrete foundation on 5.11 acres just up the Barkerville Hwy. At the end of Fanslau Rd. Completely private setting. New electric certificationfurnace updated-recent large pressure tank in closet to the left of the front door. 2 PC ensuite - 4PC bath - 9’6 x 19 storage shed. $129,000.00 Call Bob Marsh today!

4558 - CHECK OUT HIS AFFORDABLE HOME in a quiet park. three bedrooms, remodelled bath, newer carpet, pellet stove & a new roof. Lots of space and a great layout whether for one or a few more. Only minutes from downtown, and a corner store is only a short walk away. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $72,000

4572 - CUSTOM NORTH QUESNEL HOME. 4 + bedrooms, 4 baths, elegant entry, cook’s choice kitchen, full basement with rec & exercise area, in floor heat, cobblestone drive & more. Ideally located. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $386,900.00.

4571 - FANTASTIC LOCATION on quiet street south of town. Lots of room to roam on this 0.59 acre property. Over 1500 sq. ft. inside makes it feel quite roomy. Currently a 2 bedroom but easily converted to 4 bedroom, if needed.

Dragon Lake and shopping are just minutes away nearby.

Quick possession is possible. Adjoining lot also for sale on MLS. Call Wayne today! $124,900.

4570 - STARTER HOBBY FARM on 2.8 acres only 5 minutes from town. Fenced and x-fenced with numerous outbuildings including an older horse stall and a 10 x 20 barn/shed. 1972 Atco Valmont with 3 bedrooms. Not much available at this price. Wayne today! $75,900.

4569 - HOME & SHOPS! 1.96 ac. south of the city with a lovely 2 bdrm home offering hardwood floor, great kitchen, large master bedroom, and all new windows on the main.

Great 54 x 40 shop area with 2 shops, storage, and carport.

Also a 12x20 shop and covered RV storage. Beautiful private, treed yard. A must see at $209,000.00 Call Randy today!

4568 - 3 BEDROOM STARTER HOME on quiet dead-end street above the river. Very usable 0.45/acre lot and sooo close to the convenience of city services. Water agreement with adjoining property and on septic system. Not much available at this price. Call Wayne today! $75,900.

4567 - WATERFRONT RANCHER! Spotless home on Bouchie Lake. 3 bedroom plus den, 2 bathrooms, lovely kitchen with island and bay window, 2 covered decks.

Beautiful private yard with 80 ft of lakeshore and an excellent view of the lake. Garage and shop. A must see at $259,900.

4566 - PRISTINE CONDITION 2 bedroom, 2 bath 2008 mobile in Kersley. Located on a flat 1.17 acre lot ideal for the gardener or retiree. Quiet, open and safe dead end street is also perfect for the little ones or the pets. Nothing to do here, as the seller has made sure everything is dependable and working. 5 appliances are included and other items might also be available to buy. Call Wayne today! $156,900.

#4253 - LOVELY WATERFRONT on beautiful Bouchie Lake, just a 10 minute drive west of Quesnel, BC. Very level 0.45 acre with driveway and culvert in place.

Natural gas and hydro available. Adjoining lots also for sale. Call Randy for details. $71,900.00

#4254 - LOVELY WATERFRONT ON BEAUTIFUL BOUCHIE LAKE, just 10 minute drive west of Quesnel.

Very level 0.42 acre with driveway and culvert in place.

Natural gas and Hydro available. Adjoingin lots also for sale. Call Randy for more details! $61,900.00.

#4271 - A NICE LEVEL LOT in the town of Wells. An ideal location for summer, retirement, or primary home with endless activities at your doorstep. A short drive to famous Bowron Lakes, Barkerville and Troll Ski Resort. Turn your dreams into reality as you relax in this beautiful community. Call Jasper today. $15,900.

#4294 - A GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY awaits you. C6 - Commercially zoned property in the desirable South Quesnel area. Tons of potential whether it be developed now, or in the future. Call Jasper, Leslie or Claudia for more info today! $57,000.00

#4296 - TREED, once acre lot with great highway exposure. Only minutes from town, level, lots of potential. Call Leslie or Claudia today! $39,900.00

bdrm, 3298 sq. ft exe. home, located only 20 min. driving time West of Quesnel. Property is comprised of 3 separate titles and comes with 2nd separate 3600 sq ft log house.

So many extras...horse barn, tack rm, loft hay storage, calving barn, workshop greenhouse riding arena. Call Bob Granholm today! $995,858.

Bob Granholm 4505 - 20 ACRES OF PRIVACY SO CLOSE TO TOWN, Bouchie Lake and Milburn Lake. Very quiet rural road with only 3 residences. This is a 1981 2-bedroom mobile that could use some TLC. Seller says there is value in the ample amount of timber on the property. Also has Nazko Road (roadside) frontage. Call Wayne today! $94,900.00

Randy Derrick

4596 - CHARMING RANCHER. Lovely 3 bedroom on .48 acre near Bouchie Lake. Bright and open with a beautiful vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, great kitchen, and lots of updates. There’s also a 24x24 shop, carport, paved drive, and lovely backyard with privacy fence and playhouse. $179,900.00 Call Randy today!

Cell. 250-983-5003

Bob Granholm

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-991-2001

4597 - STRETCH YOUR $$$$$. Good buy for an investment property, mobile with just over 1,200 sq ft on nice 0.42 acre, south of town. Walking distance to shopping and schools, nicely treed, private property with lots of potential. Three bedrooms, separate dining area, generous size front enclosed porch. A snug setting and very affordable. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $83,500.00

Ph. 250-747-0422 C.250-983-9983

Wayne Seale

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-5792

4598 - CUSTOM KITCHEN ON A LEVEL 2 AC. LOT with a detached shop. Birch hardwood flooring and cabinetry, laundry on the main, eating nook as well as a dining room.

Concrete pad out front for extra parking or whatever the imagination has in store. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $120,750.00

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#4244 - 163+ ACRES hay farm minutes from Ten Mile Lake. Gravel pit is accessible from Highway for easy hauling. Property is 80% perimeter fenced. Build your dream home and enjoy this spacious revenue generating property. Call Bobbi Today! $189,900.

#4251 - A RARE FIND. Large 1.61 acre waterfront lot on beautiful Bouchie Lake, just 10 minute drive west of Quesnel, BC. Great building sites with beautiful views and lots of wildlife. The property is level with some trees. Natural gas and Hydro available. Adjoining lots also for sale. Call Randy for details! $110,000.00

#4252 - LOVELY 0.86 ACRE WATERFRONT LOT on beautiful Bouchie Lake, just a 10 minute drive west of Quesnel, BC. Property is level with some trees. Beautiful views and lots of wildlife, including pelicans. Natural gas and hydro available. Adjoining lots also for sale. Call Randy for details. $104,500.00

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Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-991-2001

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Ph. 250-992-6028 C.250-991-9147

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#8372 - HOUSE HAS HAD EXTENSIVE RENOVATING laminated flooring, vinyl siding, vinyl windows on main floor and more. Corner lot with lots of parking space. The two sundecks have been upgraded. Excellent family home with four bedrooms and a den. Listed for $162,500.00 Call Ray today @ 250 991 2787

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#8489 - NICE 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME ON LARGE LOT in good area. 1 bedroom inlaw suite, update includes newer roof, h/e furnace. Motivated sellers. Listed for $189,000.00 Call Lorne today at 250 992 0146

#8482 - ONE BEDROOM SUITE IN WILKINSON APARTMENT complex. Conveniently located close to schools, shopping, parks and transit. Large rooms, spacious halls and doors, clean and tidy. Great investment opportunity. Listed for $37,000.00 Call Therese today for more details @ 250 983 9022

#8504 - PRIVATLET LOCATED HOME ON 4.58 ACRES WITH a tremendous view. Parklike yard, huge deck and 5 bay workshop and attached carport and garage. Access to trails, vendor says good water. Very solid home, but needs your finishing touches.

Quick possession. Listed for $189,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8471 - 5.61 ACRE HOBBY FARM WITH LOTS TO OFFER. 2 shops - one for carpentry, the other for mechanic work. Barn and other good outbuildings. Fenced & x-fenced. Home is newer with 4 bedrooms & 3 baths. Geothermal heating & cooling plus a wood stove. Loads of value here. Take a look! Listed for $369,000.00 Call Ray today @ 250 991 2787

#8472 - THIS COMFORTABLE FAMILY HOME SITUATED ON 5.99 acres boasts many extras! 3 bay 32x32 shop, guest cabin, green house, covered patio, chicken coop, hayshed and more.

Beautiful master suite and plenty of space for home owner who needs room inside and out. Listed for $325,000.00 Call Ray today @ 250 991 2787

#7934 - NEAT, CLEAN HOME IN WELLS - 1 BLOCK TO SHOPS and hotel. Newer appliances, H/W tank new in May. Currently occupied by long term tenant (15+ years). Please allow 24 hour notice. Listed for $59,900.00 Call Lorne today at 250-992-0146.

#8452 - THIS IS NOT A DRIVE BY! IMMACULATE FAMILY home located just 10 mins south of Quesnel in the peaceful community of Kersley. Spacious 4 bedroom house on one acre is walking distance to elementary school, community centre. arena and the Sister’s Creek Recreation Area. The home boasts large rooms, abundance of natural light and a solarium. Listed for $218,900.00 Call Therese today at 250 983 9022.

#8503 - NICE LITTLE HOME ON .44 ACRES, CLOSE TO Bouchie Lake, elementry school & store. New flooring on main, nice big deck, fenced yard, storage shed & a part basement. Extra storage on addition on back of home. Very affordable! Listed for $85,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8560 - EVERYTHING YOU NEED IS HERE! SPACIOUS baker’s dream kitchen with 2 ovens and a huge island, 3 N/G fireplaces, well appointed ensuite with a jetted tub, 9’ ceilings, inground sprinklers, A/C, open and covered deckwith N/G hookup, paved drive to double attached 16x24 shop that is finished.

Full basement has 4 piece bath and is ready for your finishing touches. Listed for $324,9000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8497 - OVER 2.5 ACRES OF PRIVACY IN TOWN! New H/E furnace & HWT, recent flooring, paint & bathroom in basement.

Huge covered deck, country kitchen, N/G fireplace up and pellet stove down. 4 bedrooms plus office & den. 2 full baths plus a 2 pc. ensuite. Fenced perimeter has accommodated horses in the past.

Includes 5 appliances. Listed for $324,900.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8458 - BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDROOM HOME ON 108 MILE LAKE Great family home with endless recreation possibilities at your doorstep. All appliances included. Airport, school, firehall and groceries all within 4 km. Transit bus within 1 block. Listed for $298,900.00 Call Lorne today at 250 992 0146.

#8487 - NEWLY RENOVATED SOUTHILLS HOME JUST AROUND the corner from Dragon Lake Elem. New hardwood on main, new interior & exterior doors, new light fixtures. Basement has been gutted to studs and rebuilt ready for your choice of flooring.

Usable yard, double garage, paved driveway, private deck and much more! Listed for $239,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8501 - YOUR OWN PRIVATE RETREAT ON 7 ACRES IN TOWN. Property is made up of two separate titles of 2.79 & 4.27 acres.

Well built executive home immaculately kept. Features 6 bedrooms and 3 baths, oak kitchen, tile & hardwood flooring, gas and wood heat, attached garage, multiple carport and a new roof.

Barn & detached wprkshop, park like grounds and much more.

Listed for $395,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8493 - 10 MILE LAKE WATERFRONT LOG HOME WITH spectacular southwesternly views across the lake from the deck, kitchen, living and dining rooms! Terraced yard with access to the lake, year round activities. 1 and 1/2 storey home with full unfinished basement will accomodate any sized family. Recently upgraded with log chinking, windows and exterior doors. Listed for $329,900.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

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#8429 - RECENTLY RENOVATED UP AND DOWN DUPLEX close to schools, bus & shopping. Just under $2,000/month income. Nicely finished inside & out. New decks, fenced yard, new paint, flooring and everything else is recent. Listed for $215,000.00 Call Ray today @ 250 991 2787

#8474 - WELL BUILT HOME WITH SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM legal suite. Close to schools and shopping. Nice private yard with fruit trees and storage shed. New flooring and paint. Paving stone driveway, single carport. Listed for $195,000.00 Call Ray today @ 250 991 2787

#8492 - GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD WITH NO THRU ROAD. Enjoy the southern exposure and sunny deck overlooking neighbourhood and seasonal lakeview. Generous room sizes and quality finishings throughout. Paved driveway, 12x16 wired & heated workshop, storage shed and nice level yard. Lots of water and is on CRD sewer system. Listed for $274,900.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8505 - WELL CARED FOR RANCHER WITH FINISHED basement. Fenced yard, storage shed and patio. Paved driveway, nice curb appeal. Newer roof, windows and hot water tank.

Neutral colours throughout, with a spacious rec room for the family. Listed for $169,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8498 - PRIVATE LUSH YARD SURROUNDS THIS CHARACTER LOG HOME on 5.26 acres about 10 min from downtown. Access to trails for the adventurist....4 bdrms up with 2 baths. Spacious living areas. Vendor says great water. Includes fully serviced cabin that has been used only as storage for many years. Listed for $319,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8479 - PRIVATE BACK YARD WITH GREEN SPACE BEHIND is just one of the many favourable features of this family friendly home in Southills. 3 bedrooms & 3 baths with room for another bedroom in fully finished basement. Nice deck & patio, double garage, paved driveway, 2 N/G fireplaces. Air conditioning, fenced yard and more! Listed for $239,000.00 Call Ray today for more details @ 250 991 2787

#8463 - BEAUTIFULLY CARED FOR HOME IN FANTASTIC location. Corner lot in Johnston Sub that has been meticulously kept for many years! Updated home features include: hardwood & tile flooring, appliances, both upstairs bathrooms and more!

Double garage with openers plus R/V shop that is 16x40 with a 14’ automatic door. Paved driveway, patio and is super clean. Listed for $324,900.00 Call Ray today @ 250 991 2787

#8495 - COUNTRY RANCHER SHOWS LIKE NEW! ENJOY the peace and quiet and fresh air in this quality built 2000 sq. ft. 5 year old home on 3.11 acres. Hardwood and tile floors. 9’ ceilings, double garage plus workshop, huge deck, fenced garden spot and park like grounds. Vendor says excellent water. Pride of ownership shows through here. Listed for $369,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8500 - EXCELLENT OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH NEWER KITCHEN + flooring throughout. Enclosed garage was used for was used for home based business, but could be re-opened or used as a rec. room. Private 1 acre fenced & level yard with green house, wood shed plus a great 33x25 wired + heated cement block detached shop. Listed for $249,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8461 - CONVENIENTLY LOCATED ONLY A FEW MINUTES TO downtown yet out in the country! Deceptively large home on half an acre with covered parking and private deck. New roof structure costing $13,000 has just been completed. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces and so much more. Listed for $174,900.00 Call Ray today @ 250 991 2787

#8445 - THIS IS A 5 ACRE LOT IN PARK RIDGE SUBDIVISION. A creek runs through the entire length of the lot. Lightly treed.

Could be an excellent site for your home. Listed for $28,000.00 Call Archie today @ 250 992 8818

#6999 - FLAT & LEVEL - JUST ABOUT 1 ACRE OF INDUSTRIAL lot, flat & level land located in the City’s Industrial park. $45,000.

Call Archie today @ 250 992 8818.

#8455 - 4.03 ACRE LOT IN SOUTH QUESNEL. CITY WATER available. Possible access off of Hendry Rd is negotiable. Current access off of Toby Rd. Quiet private location. Convenient to everything. Listed for $68,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787.

#8448 - THIS 176 ACRES WOULD MAKE AN EXCELLENT hobby farm. The old highway used to run through the property.

Part of property is zoned ALR. The majority is zoned RA. A creek runs through the eastern portion of the lot. One corner touches Dunkley Rd. Property used to have a house. Listed for $139,000.00 Call Archie today @ 250 992 8818

#6744 - NEW SUBDIVISION FOR YOUR NEW HOME Only 4 lots left! - Mobiles must be ‘95 or newer, not strata lots.

Utilities ready to hook into. View of golf course, landscaped, paved roads, close to school & shopping. Prices starting at $53,500.00 Call Therese today @ 250 983 9022

#8432 - NICE 1 ACRE LOT IN WELLS. CITY SERVICES AT lot line. Get away from the high pace of the city and build your dream home here. Priced to sell at $19,900.00 Call Lorne today for details @ 250 992 0146

#8499 - GREAT LITTLE RENTAL OR STARTER HOME close to elementary school and West Park mall. Totally reno’d in 2008.

New exterior sliding glass door and rear door. Well cared for by excellent tenants! Listed for $143,900.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

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Ford parties on with fun new Fiesta additional cupholder in TORONTO: It’s a lovely the rear! day on the backcountry Complete with a new roads of suburban Ontarinterior and exterior look, io, just west of Toronto, the Fiesta certainly adds chosen to show off this life to the party. ‘special’ version of the It exudes pep and still popular Ford Fiesta. has a lively personality.

It’s an enjoyable Whether you That can be attributed to drive through a pretty just drive it around a 5-speed manual translandscape, dotted with quaint farms, moving the city or beyond, mission. With the 5-speed manual, the gear throws along at a decent speed. the Fiesta one-litre felt a little long, but then Easy to forget the Fiesta is a sturdy road again, we’re not talking is powered by Ford’s about the ST, its the smallest engine, the 1.0L companion with Fiesta’s performance-oriEcoBoost. impressive fuel ented sibling.

With three-cylinders, an economy.

Noteworthy: the cabin output of 123 horses Alexandra Straub stays serene even at and peak torque of 125 highway speeds; when lb-ft., it’s not something you’re cruising in fifth. to scoff at. Furthermore, Keeping unwanted noise out of the there’s an overboost feature that will car’s interior is always high on the give you access to 148 lb-ft of torque priority list for subcompacts. for up to 15 seconds. Furthermore, Ford It has a roomy trunk, accommodating touts it as having the best highway up to 422L behind the second row in fuel economy in its class. It uses an the hatchback. estimated 4.3L/100km on the highway Of the two body styles offered – there’s and 6.2L/100km in the city. a sedan or 5-door – I fancy the hatchAlong with this new engine, there are back. I also think its styling has a little also a few tweaks for the 2014 model more flare. year.

As for handling, we had the chance to You’ll find new headlamps with put it through an autocross-style track chrome accents, a new decklid and tail to demonstrate its abilities in tighter, lamps. Inside, there are new steering higher speed turns. While many people wheel controls, a new door design, probably won’t drive the Fiesta like a new cluster design and additional this – even though it’s quite fun – it chrome accents on the door handles can handle its share of bends without and throughout. Not to mention the

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faltering. Matched with its electric power-assisted steering, you have a good amount of steering feel whether driving at high or low speeds.

The engine is its strongpoint but it’s not just a one-trick pony. I like the interior a lot.

The steering wheel is soft to the touch and I like that you can control various functions like the audio, Bluetooth, or cruise control from it. The centre stack has charm, too. Atop sits a colour display, followed by Ford’s infotainment system, followed by the climate controls. It’s hard to get lost in its setup, and the buttons are clearly marked with large writing.

Equipping the Fiesta with the 1.0L en-

gine has a $1,295 premium. What that gives you is the extra bit of power and the fuel economy savings. This engine can only be outfitted on the SE trim, which has a starting MSRP of $14,866.

However, it’s available on both the sedan and hatchback models.

Overall, the Ford Fiesta 1.0L has its benefits. A snappy engine, a great look and a comfortable ride quality. Whether you just drive it around the city or beyond, the Fiesta one-litre is a sturdy road companion with impressive fuel economy.

Visit www.ford.ca for more information.

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Surviving a backwoods breakdown Your off road fun can be seriously soured by a backhandy item for tire work is a nylon winch hold down woods breakdown. strap. These can be put around the centre of the tread Before you head out, give some serious thought about and tightened to re-seat the bead. what you would do if a major breakdown occurred.

The second is breakage due to over-working your vehicle.

Ask yourself if you could deal with it on a little used The weakest link in the drive train seems to be the trail with no one else around.

U-joints. If you break a U-joint there is a good probability Firstly, you should never go it alone on a remote, that you will damage the yoke as well. This usually is not seldom used trail. This is a good reason why 4X4 clubs a trail side repair. Just remember that you are driving If you choose to are popular. (www.bc4x4.com) a four-wheel drive vehicle and you can most often get go off alone, give Even if you do not join a club, trail ride events are home with the front or rear drive disconnected. You will yourself an out, do scheduled most times of the year and everywhere in need to remove the drive shaft with the broken U-joint the province. There is security here, with all kinds of so that further damage is not done, then drive out in not go further than help if you have any problems. It is also the best way drive. If this is a front axle steering knuckle you can walk out and two-wheel to gain off highway experience.

U-joint, the half shaft will need to be removed and a rag If you choose to go off alone, give yourself an out, do find help or shelter stuffed into the end of the open axle housing. not go further than you can walk out and find help Print the following comprehensive list and post it on the before dark.”. or shelter before dark. Carry food and water enough fridge door!

Ian Harwood in case you have to spend the night with a broken down vehicle. Be prepared for an accident with first aid supplies and Breakdown Essentials training on how to deal with injuries. Always let someone know where 1. Tool kit you are going and when you will be back.

2. Electrical repair kit (test light, wire, an assortment of wire terminals There are lots of things that can cause mechanical failures off-road. and wire terminal pliers.)

If you drive your vehicle regularly these things should show up when 3. Jumper cables and where it is easier to deal with them than in the bush. Every situa4. Air compressor and hose. tion is different so it would be impossible to list every possible cause 5. Bailing wire and repair procedure for a breakdown.

6. Latex gloves (these are great if you have to mess with a greasy Here are two of the most common types, starting with tires. Getting a U-joint and don’t have a good way to clean your hands along flat tire is by far the most common type of breakdown. Always carry a the trail.) good full sized spare tire. You might want to pack a plug kit, but most 7.8’ X 10’ tarp (This is so much better to lay on instead of the ground of the tire problems I have seen are either not repairable. An essential when working under the vehicle.) item is an air compressor. Airing down to gain better traction is only 8. Low and high pressure tire gauges. outweighed by the increased ride quality. This will increase the odds of 9. Tire repair kit a lost tire bead however.

10. 3 or 4 quarts of engine oil (You can use this in a pinch for rear end Make sure your jack is in good working order. If you carry a High Lift and manual transmission oil) Jack on the outside of your vehicle, check and oil it often. Another 11. 3 or 4 quarts of automatic transmission fluid (for automatic

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transmissions only) 12. A pint of brake fluid 13. Engine oil filter and filter wrench 14. Cargo boxes that you can put all this stuff into 15. Hold down straps to secure the cargo boxes 16. Leather gloves (for handling hot parts and winch cables) 17. Coveralls (it is nice to be clean after the repairs are made) 18. Any special tools that are vehicle specific.

19. Any parts that seem to break often on your vehicle 20. Jack 21. Tow strap 22. Flashlight with extra batteries 23. Full size spare tire 24. Propane torch 25. Acid core solder 26. Roll of paper shop towels 27. Can of WD-40 28. Plastic garbage bag (to cover large parts, doubles as raincoat) 29. Zip lock bags (to put small parts in) 30. Winch (if you go it alone self-recovery is very important) and kit with tree saver, snatch block, clevis etc. ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca

Drives-U-Crazy Rolling stops Stop signs mean stop now, not eventually. There’s little that’s more scary when you are moving briskly along a major city arterial route than to be confronted suddenly by a car rolling at a clip over a stop line from a side road on the right. The driver knows whether the car is going to stop before entering the highway. I don’t because I’m not a mind reader.

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The much-maligned fleet car Chevrolet Impala is the “I don’t get no respect!” sedan of the auto world, if I may quote the late Rodney Dangerfield.

The Impala I rented in Hawaii early this year was confirmation of the beating, while on the You have to job, that a car like this has to respect the sturdiness endure. Yet, you have to respect and competence that the sturdiness and competence that a car like this must possess. a car like this must Body scars left by a multitude of possess. indifferent drivers were visible evidence of the abuse. Although Bob McHugh basic on the inside, the Impala turned out to be surprisingly comfortable and the biggest surprise of all was its performance. Impala offers good power, a quiet passenger cabin and a comfortable ride, which helped make the overall driving experience a pleasant one.

Chevrolet first introduced an Impala way back in 1958 and at one time, it was the best-selling car in America. The last time I had driven an Impala was in 2009. Chevrolet had given it a new flex-fuel E85 engine upgrade, so that it can accept up to 85 per cent ethanol content in its fuel.

While an Impala is unlikely to be on your “dream drive” list, if you're simply looking for an inexpensive, reliable and roomy, near-new sedan, then add it to your used car drive list. In 2010, even the base LS trim came with air conditioning, power mirrors, walnut burl (imitation) interior accent trim, cruise control, a tilt steering wheel, power windows and power locks with keyless entry and automatic headlamps.

Our Hawaii rental was an LT trim which added 16-inch alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped wheel with audio controls, CD/MP3 stereo and a remote starter. The top-line LTZ adds 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lamps, heated mirrors, deck lid spoiler, auto-dimming rearview mirror, eight-way power driver’s seat, 60/40 split-folding rear seat, Bluetooth hands-free connectivity, sport suspension, electronic stability control, and a theft deterrent system.

The 3.5-litre V6 (standard on LS and LT) engine can generate 214 horsepower. Its companion four-speed automatic is smooth, competent and reliable, yet it lags behind five and six-speed units offered by competitors. Fuel consumption is still decent at 11.3/7.0 L/100 km (city/highway). The 3.9-litre (LTZ) engine can generate 240 horsepower.

This generation Impala may be the last sedan to offer six-passenger seating. A drawback to having a bench style front seat is that it only provides a centre occupant a lap seatbelt. When not in use, however, the centre seatback can flip down and act as a wide central armrest with a built-in storage compartment.

Although it is classified as a mid-size sedan, an Impala actually offers close to full-size room inside. The trunk is huge (527-litres/18.6 cu ft) and the rear seats flip-down to expand cargo space for long items. More than enough for our pack lunch and some beach gear.

Chevrolet added standard body-colour side mouldings to the 2011 model year Impala, and the OnStar system got a new Turn-by-Turn voice navigation feature.

Major powertrain upgrades followed in 2012, with a new 3.6-litre V6 replaced both the 3.5-litre and 3.9-litre engines in all trim levels. A six-speed continued on page B15 automatic transmission also

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replaced the previous four-speed automatic.

No changes were made in 2013, which was the last year of this generation Impala.

Price Check: 2010 - 2013 Chevrolet Impala (July 2014) Year Edition Expect to Pay Today 2010 LT $10,000 to $14,000 2011 LT $12,000 to $16,000 2012 LT $14,000 to $18,000 2013 LT $16,000 to $20,000 Prices vary depending on a used vehicle’s condition, mileage, usage and history.

A complete mechanical check should always be performed by a reliable auto technician prior to purchase.

Safety Recalls: 2010 to 2013 Chevrolet Impala: 2006 to 2013: An ignition switch defect could allow it to slip out of the "run" position while the vehicle moving, if the key ring is carrying added weight or

INCLUDES

$ $2,000

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the vehicle goes off-road or is subjected to some other jarring event. If this were to occur, engine power, power steering and power braking would

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2014 TERRAIN

26,768 ++

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ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS RECEIVE

2014 ACADIA

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$

be affected. In addition, the airbags may not deploy in a subsequent collision. Dealers will replace the ignition switch. Until the correction is performed,

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149 2.9% 48 AT

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60 MONTHS

2014 SIERRA 1500 DOUBLE CAB 4X4

BI-WEEKLY

119 1.9% 36 AT †

ON TERRAIN SLE-2 AND SLT MODELS

all items should be removed from the key ring.

2008 to 2012: The front suspension control arms may fracture on some Chevrolet Impala police vehicles and negatively change vehicle handling.

Dealers will replace both control arms.

2009/2010: The front seatbelt webbing may not have been properly secured to the lap belt anchor pretensioner. Dealers will inspect both front seatbelts for proper installation of anchors to pretensioners and, if necessary, reinstall the anchors.

2012: The high-pressure (upper) power steering hose may have been misrouted and could contact the catalytic converter, on vehicles equipped with the 3.6L engine. Heat from the catalytic converter may melt the power steering hose, which could result in a fire. Dealers will inspect, reroute and/ or replace the power steering hose and install a protective sleeve to prevent abrasion.

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YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY UNTIL JULY 31ST PLUS ELIGIBLE OWNERS RECIEVE UP TO

$2,000

Call Fraser River Chevrolet Buick GMC at 250-992-5515, or visit us at 340 Carson Avenue, Quesnel. [License #10901] **

(1SA MODEL)

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WITH $3,048 DOWN. BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $28,566.

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MONTHS

OWNER BONUS $1,000 TRUCK FOR ELIGIBLE OWNERS

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†* ALL-TERRAIN DOUBLE CAB SHOWN

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PIC OF THE WEEK

What do you get when you combine the world's best-selling zero emission vehicle with innovative paint technology that repels mud, rain and everyday dirt?

Answer: a Nissan LEAF electric vehicle that might just be the "world's cleanest car."

Created to demonstrate its potential use in future production vehicles, this LEAF's exterior was treated with a specially engineered paint that is designed to repel water and oils.

The "self-cleaning" paint, called Ultra-Ever Dry, creates a protective layer of air between the paint and environment, effectively stopping standing water and road spray from creating dirty marks on the LEAF's surface. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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15,995

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With Optional Forward Collision Alert available on 2LT; Standard on LTZ models

2014 TRAX LS FWD

EMPLOYEE PRICE*

$

19,436

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OWNERS RECEIVE $ A SUMMER BONUS UP TO PLUS ELIGIBLE 1,500 ††

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50 MPG HIGHWAY

5.7 L/100 KM HWY | 7.8 L/100 KM CITYW

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