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during Ness Lake Bible Camp’s 21st Annual Polar Bear Dip. Outside temperatures hovered around -11 C before the start of the dip with the wind chill making it feel like -30 C. Despite the weather, 27 brave souls jumped in and helped raise $20,955 for the camp’s sponsorship fund. The top fundraiser for this year’s dip were Mark and Carol Stofer, who raised $12,165, bringing their three-year fundraising total to $39,926.

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WINTER WARRIOR Dale Bull poses for the camera in the icy waters of Ness Lake on Saturday afternoon

Prince George RCMP responded to the city’s first homicide of 2021 just two hours into the new year.

At 1:45 a.m. on New Year’s Day police were called to a 2800-block 15th Avenue home where the body of Elie Eric Blanchard, 50, was found, the apparent victim of a drug-related murder that remains unsolved.

Two men have been arrested and charged from two other homicides in 2021. David MacLeod, 25, has been charged with one count of second-degree murder and two counts of attempt to commit murder from an alleged April 10 incident at Pulp Mill Road home. The victims’ names have not been released. And Dennis Daniel Gladue has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of Christin West, whose body was found in a 2000-block 20th Avenue apartment building on August 7.

Arrests were also made in relation to four other homicides from previous years: - In July, three men were arrested in connection with the June 2016 shooting death of Robert Lee Milligan.

Cuyler Richard Aubichon, Kelly Micheal Richet, and Christopher Ryan Russel are now in custody, each facing a charge of manslaughter with a firearm.

- In September, Charlene Jane Alexander was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in relation to the July 2020 stabbing death of Jessie Mae Hayward-Lines in front of the courthouse.

- Also in September, Justin Kyle Aster was arrested and faces counts of criminal negligence and arson in relation to the July 2020 Econo Lodge Motel fire that left three people dead. A class action lawsuit also remains in play.

- In December, Jason Troy Getty was arrested in Surrey and charged with second-degree murder in the death of Crystal Chambers, whose body was found in August 2020 east of Prince George.)

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UNBC prof named to Order of Canada UNBC professor Margo Greenwood was named an officer of the Order of Canada last week.

Greenwood is currently the academic leader for the National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health located at UNBC, a professor of First Nations Studies at UNBC, vice president of Indigenous health for Northern Health and has contributed to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research for 15 years.

She was also the advisory board chairperson for the Institute of Aboriginal Peoples’ Health from 2006-2013 and is a currently a member of the Institute of Population and Public Health Advisory Board.

“I’ve been working in early childhood education since the start of my career. It’s a calling that makes my heart sing,” Greenwood said in a press release. “I’m accepting this award for my three sons who can see their contributions to our family realized, and for my

granddaughter to see the full potential of women. I thank my elders, teachers and colleagues who’ve advised and supported me in this journey.”

Greenwood is of Cree ancestry and was orphaned at the age of 16.

“As a child spending time outside on the land, I learned how to dream. And dreaming is hope,” Greenwood said. “The National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health started as a dream at UNBC. There were no road maps; we had to create something new. I drew on elders, colleagues and friends from across the country to help this national centre unfold, evolve and thrive.”

Greenwood is the author of more than 135 articles focusing on Indigenous peoples’ health.

She was recognized with the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Award in 2002 and the National Aboriginal Achievement Award in 2011 for her work.

“The impact of Dr. Greenwood’s ongoing work and

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leadership in education and research initiatives aimed at addressing Indigenous health inequities in B.C. and across Canada is immeasurable,” UNBC interim president Geoff Payne said in a press release.

“This prestigious honour is a testament to her unwavering commitment to ensuring that Indigenous peoples’ experiences, perspectives and knowledge are prioritized at provincial, national and international tables.”

Northern Health president and CEO Cathy Ulrich congratulated Greenwood on behalf of Northern Health’s board of directors.

“Northern Health is very honoured and proud to have had (Greenwood) in our midst over the last eight years, and to have the opportunity to learn and improve as a direct result of her nationally- and internationally-recognized leadership and SUBMITTED PHOTO expertise,” Ulrich said.

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NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE ACCESS AWARD OF MERIT The Advisory Committee on Accessibility invites nominations of individuals, groups or businesses that have made a significant effort or contribution to improving accessibility in our community.

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The individual, group or business being nominated must satisfy the following criteria:

The City is seeking residents interested in serving on the Prince George Heritage Commission.

• Demonstrates a commitment to increased accessibility above and beyond what is required by law or regulation

The Commission is responsible for undertaking heritage education and awareness activities, and reviewing and reporting to City Council and Staff on matters of heritage significance within the City.

• Makes an outstanding contribution to improving accessibility in one or more of the following areas: education, employment, recreation/entertainment, transportation, housing/ accommodation, commercial/retail • Improves accessibility for persons with one or more of the following types of disability: mobility, agility, hearing, seeing, speaking, developmental, and/or mental illness • Located within boundaries of the City of Prince George • Provides service for residents and visitors to the City of Prince George Nominations and/or self-nominations may be made by any citizen or group willing to provide evidence in support of the nominee’s commitments and contributions.

Following a review of the nominations, the award recipient(s) will be selected by the Advisory Committee on Accessibility.

Nomination Deadline: 5:00 p.m., Friday, January 21, 2022 Nomination forms are available on the City’s website (https://www.princegeorge.ca/committees) or may be picked up in the Legislative Service Division, 5th Floor City Hall. Nominations may be submitted online, mailed or hand-delivered to City Hall at the address below or emailed to legislativeservices@princegeorge.ca.

For any questions or to have an application form mailed to you, please contact the Legislative Services Division at (250) 561-7655 or legislativeservices@princegeorge.ca.

The City is currently accepting applications to fill six (6) vacancies on the Commission as follows: • One (1) position with a term ending February 28, 2023; and • Five (5) positions with terms ending February 28, 2024.

The Heritage Commission meets quarterly in March, June, September, and December, with meetings scheduled on the second Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. In addition to attendance at the quarterly meetings, interested applicants must be willing to participate actively in projects the Heritage Commission undertakes throughout the year. Information on the Commission including its governing bylaw, application forms and details on the application process, are available on the City’s website.

How to Apply Application forms may be completed and submitted online (www.princegeorge.ca/committees), picked up from and delivered to the Legislative Services Division, 5th Floor, City Hall, or emailed to legislativeservices@princegeorge.ca.

Deadline for Applications: 5:00 p.m., Friday, January 21, 2022 For any questions, or to have an application form mailed to you, please contact the Legislative Services Division at (250) 561-7655 or legislativeservices@princegeorge.ca.

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Local contractor may have died of carbon monoxide poisoning ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff

Local contractor Jesse Bennett was killed by carbon monoxide poisoning on Boxing Day when he went to check on a custom home his company was building in the Hart, according to group holding a GoFundMe campaign for his family.

A spokesperson for the BC Coroners Service confirmed that coroners are investigating a death on Boxing Day in Prince George, but could provide no further details until the investigation is complete.

“On Dec. 26, 2021, WorkSafeBC was notified of a serious workplace incident in the 6100 block of Poplar Place in Prince George. WorkSafeBC has launched an investigation,” a spokesperson for WorkSafeBC said in an email. “The purpose of our investigation is to identify the cause of the incident, including any contributing factors, so that similar incidents can be prevented from happening in the future.”

Chad Erickson, Dan Prenger, Robert Wittmack and Matt Walsh have started a GoFundMe campaign to support Bennett’s family.

As of last week, the campaign had raised nearly $70,000.

“Jesse who is the sole owner of Crimson

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Local contractor Jesse Bennett is seen in a photo provided by a GoFundMe campaign raising money to support his family.

Projects, a local construction company in Prince George, was out early to check on one of the custom homes he was building.

He was going to fuel up the generator that was being used to fuel the heater curing the basement foundation, when he was overcome with carbon monoxide poisoning and passed away,” the group wrote on the GoFundMe page. “Jesse leaves behind four beautiful children ranging 2-13 years of age with his wife Siyanna, who now

Our top stories of 2021 With more than 15.5 million hits on our website in 2021, it’s that time of year when The Citizen takes a look at the top 10 stories according to how popular they were on the website.

Here are the highlights (or lowlights) depending on your perspective: 1. Maxmillions winning ticket sold west of Prince George with 50,810 hits.

2. Bird on a bear photograph a stroke of luck for local mechanic with 24,883 hits.

3. Hollywood producer hopes to develop local liquor mogul’s story with 21,587 hits.

4. Videos show school board candidate speaking about sexually abusing children during UNBC lecture with 19,975 hits.

5. Stacks of logs in pellet plant years draws critics eyes with 17,119 hits.

6. Bear licks woman with 15,074 hits.

7. Some of the first residents who died of COVID-19 in 2021 with 14,046 hits.

8. Woman upset with RCMP officer’s reaction to arrest query with 14,040 hits.

9. Bear devouring moose spotted north of Prince George with 13,924 hits.

10. Bylaw bans promising athlete from high school sports with 13,700 hits.

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Bennett lived in Prince George since 1997 and was a Red Seal tradesman, his biography on the Crimson Projects’ website says.

“The more in-depth experience of building the ‘bones’ of a home piqued Jesse’s natural interest in broader construction techniques, and inspired a passion for the incredible potential of

modern homebuilding. Crimson Projects was founded in pursuit of that passion,” the site says.

Terri McConnachie, executive officer of the Canadian Homebuilders Association of Northern B.C., said the association is devastated by the loss, and intend to rally around his family. Members of the local CHBA will be working with other local construction industry groups to help the Bennett family, she said.

“He was very engaged with the industry and the community also,” McConnachie said. “He was just the nicest man. Just a good, solid human being.”

While construction is a highly-competitive industry, people in the industry take care of their own, she said.

In addition to raising funds to support the family, McConnachie said his death is a tragic reminder that when it comes to heating and working in enclosed spaces, a simple mistake can cost a life. The CHBA will be working with its partners to raise awareness about the issue.

“I’ve spoken with two other members who’ve had close calls (with carbon monoxide). It is an honest mistake that can happen to smart, good people… with tragic consequences,” McConnachie said.

“Nobody goes to work expecting not to come home. We don’t want this to ever happen to anyone else.”

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MPs question suicide hotline delay

MARIE WOOLF

The Canadian Press

Cariboo-Prince George MP Todd Doherty still remembers the despair he felt when he learned one of his closest friends took his own life at age 14.

The day it happened, Doherty and a group of friends had gone swimming and were laughing and joking on their way home. All seemed perfectly normal until the next day, when his friend didn’t come to school.

Almost four decades on, Doherty torments himself about whether he could have done something to stop his friend from killing himself.

“He was one of my best friends,” the Conservative member of Parliament told The Canadian Press. “I live that day over and over again.”

Yet the tragedy also inspired Doherty to try to help others, which is why he spearheaded a push in the House of Commons last December to establish a three-digit national suicide prevention hotline: 988.

Doherty’s motion to take “immediate action” to establish the suicide prevention hotline was approved in the Commons in December 2020, with unanimous support among MPs, each of whom Doherty had contacted personally.

But more than a year later, the crisis hotline has still not been activated. That

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Cariboo-Prince George MP Todd Doherty speaks in the House of Commons in Ottawa in December 2021. has prompted questions and concerns, particularly as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on Canadians’ mental health.

“We need to do whatever we can to protect the well-being of Canadians and save lives,” Doherty said.

Doherty and others had hoped the hotline would be up and running by the end of 2021. Instead, it is the subject of consultations being led by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC).

The CRTC launched the consultations in June “to hear from Canadians on whether a national three-digit number for mental health crisis and suicide prevention service should be established, and how to do so,” spokeswoman Isabella Maestri said in a statement.

“The information received from Canadians and other interested parties will help the commission better understand the challenges and solutions, advantages, and costs associated with implementing a three-digit number for mental health

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crisis and suicide prevention services.”

The current round of consultations will end on Jan. 31, she added, though participants will have until mid-March to submit responses.

Statistics Canada says 11 people die by suicide each day, and that there are around 4,000 deaths by suicide per year.

Suicide rates are consistently higher among Indigenous people, particularly young people. From 2011 to 2016, the suicide rate was three times higher than among the non-Indigenous population, according to Statistics Canada.

Mental Health Minister Carolyn Bennett’s office in a statement said the Liberal government remains committed to funding a national three-digit crisis line for mental health and suicide prevention.

But while Bennett’s office said they “understand the urgency of implementing this crisis line,” it said the issue currently rests with the CRTC. The Canadian Suicide Prevention Service already operates an 11-digit suicide helpline, but Dr. Allison Crawford, the service’s chief medical officer, said a three-digit dialing code would be far easier to remember.

“With this new number, more people will be able to get support from trained responders, which could reduce the burden on services that provide other kinds of mental health-related support,” she said.

Youth leaders chosen Two Prince George youth have been named to the StrongerBC Young leaders Council, which will provide direct and ongoing feedback to government on priorities and policies that matter to youth.

Damon Robinson, 23, and Prabhnoor Sidhu, 16, both from Prince George, were appointed to the 18-member council which received more than 250 applications.

Robinson is a Gitxsan man who has been involved with student government and advocated for students from high school through to college level. He is

passionate about addressing issues including mental health, poverty and job security.

Sidhu is a 2021 alumna of the SHAD Carleton program for high-potential senior high school students selected for their remarkable problem-solving capabilities, as well as their community involvement and creativity. She is a strong advocate for protecting the environment and addressing the challenges of climate change and an active participant in many academic extracurricular activities, including Science Fairs and Heritage Fairs.

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NOTICE OF MEETING The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George Board of Directors will commence 2022 budget deliberations at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 19, 2022. The Committee of the Whole agenda containing budget matters will be available at www.rdffg.bc.ca beginning on January 13, 2022.

Individuals or organizations who wish to provide comment on Regional District budget matters may do so as follows: • by commenting by email to budget@rdffg.bc.ca • by commenting thru the Regional District’s Facebook page • by commenting thru Twitter using the hashtag #RDFFGbudget.

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A woman was found dead in a 20th Avenue apartment building in August.

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Unsolved cases remain Homicides from 2021 that remain without arrests are: - A January 28 discovery of a man in a snowbank at the end of Domano Boulevard suffering from life-threatening injuries. He later died in hospital.

- During the early morning of April 22, a man made his way to the emergency room at University Hospital of Northern B.C. but died from injuries allegedly suffered at a 900-block Carney Street home.

- On Christmas Day, Prince George Fire Rescue Services at a residential fire in the 600 block of Burden Street just before noon. While at the residence, fire crews found human remains inside the house.

An investigation quickly determined that the fire was caused by arson and police are investigating the death as a homicide.

Some major decisions came down from the courts in 2021: In February, the B.C. Court of Appeal raised a conviction for a man involved in a drug-related shooting death outside of Prince George to first-degree murder.

The outcome meant Darren Cayley Daniel Sundman will have to serve 25 years before he is eligible to apply for parole, up from the 16 years he originally faced upon sentencing in July 2018 for the January 2015 murder of Jordan Taylor McLeod.

In March, and for a second time, a jury found a Vanderhoof man guilty of manslaughter with a firearm in the shooting death of his fiancee. The outcome for Kayne Sabbe Penner stemmed from the Dec. 20, 2012 shooting death of April Johnson, 18. Penner was handling a .22-calibre semiautomatic rifle within the confines of his cousin’s trailer home when it went off. The bullet struck Johnson in the stomach and she died in hospital.

Sentencing is to occur in the New Year.

In May, Roger Wayne Evans, was found guilty of manslaughter in the accidental shooting death of his son, Dale, at their home west of Quesnel. Sentencing remains pending.

In August, Christopher Clarke Prince was sentenced to a further three years

and seven months in prison for the “brutal and senseless” stabbing death of Shane Whitford in May 2017.

Two trials at the Prince George courthouse ended in verdicts of not-criminally responsible by reason of mental disorder.

In March, Justin James Johnston was issued the verdict for the January 2020 death of his mother, Joy Morris, at her Vanderhoof home and in December, it was the same outcome for Kristopher Edward Leclair for the July 2019 death of Michael Potter at a home in Quesnel.

In September, Denis Florian Ratte, serving a life sentence for second-degree murder in the shooting death of his wife was denied day parole. In making the decision, a Parole Board of Canada panel found Ratte has made only “minimal progress” towards addressing a “capacity for extreme violence.”

In December, Duane Glen Smith was found guilty of dangerous driving causing death for a Sept. 19, 2019 rollover that claimed the life of Dakota Shaw. Sentencing will occur once a pre-sentence report has been completed.

Looking ahead, a trial for an RCMP dog handler accused of using excessive force will continue at the courthouse.

Joshua Grafton faces one count each of assault, assault with a weapon and obstruction of justice in relation to an early-morning Feb. 18, 2016 apprehension that was caught on a security camera.

However, testimony from witnesses called by the Crown so far have spoken in favour of how Grafton handled the situation, saying the person arrested was left with only superficial bite wounds.

A trial in October for two other officers involved in the arrest was called off partway through the the charges stayed.

As well, a decision on the city’s application to close down the Moccasin Flats homeless camp won’t be known until the new year after B.C. Supreme Court Justice Simon Coval set a deadline of Jan. 12 for further submissions relating to a late-filed affidavit. The step followed three days of hearings in December.

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 57 NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PRINCE GEORGE TRUSTEE ELECTORAL AREA PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of School District No. 57 - PRINCE GEORGE TRUSTEE ELECTORAL AREA that a by-election by voting is necessary to elect one (1) School Trustee for PRINCE GEORGE TRUSTEE ELECTORAL AREA and that the persons nominated as candidates for who votes will be received are: SCHOOL TRUSTEE – PRINCE GEORGE TRUSTEE ELECTORAL AREA ONE (1) PERSON TO BE ELECTED Surname

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GENERAL VOTING OPPORTUNITIES GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualified electors of School District No. 57 - PRINCE GEORGE TRUSTEE ELECTORAL AREA on Saturday, January 15, 2022 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following locations: • Glenview Elementary School, 7310 Cluff Road, Prince George, B.C. V2K 2M3 • Heritage Elementary School, 257 Anderson Street, Prince George, B.C. V2M 6C1 • Malaspina Elementary School, 7900 Malaspina Blvd Prince George, B.C. V2N 4A9 • Pineview Elementary School, 8515 Old Cariboo Hwy, Prince George, B.C. V2N 5V2 • Van Bien Training Centre, 311 Wilson Crescent, Prince George, B.C. V2L 4P8 ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES will be open to qualified electors of School District No. 57 - PRINCE GEORGE TRUSTEE ELECTORAL AREA between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm as follows: Wednesday, January 5, 2022 and Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at the School District No. 57 main office located at 2100 Ferry Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 4R5 IN PERSON VOTING - ELECTOR REGISTRATION Electors wishing to vote, must vote in the Trustee Electoral Area in which they reside. Only one vote per elector is allowed within School District No. 57.

There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day; • Canadian citizen; • resident of British Columbia for at least six (6) months immediately before the day of registration; • resident of, or registered owner of real property, within the voting jurisdiction for at least thirty (30) days immediately before the day of registration; • not disqualified by the School Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or other wise disqualified by law.

IN PERSON VOTING - VOTER IDENTIFICATION Resident Electors will be required to produce two (2) pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity. Picture identification is not necessary. The documentation must prove both residency and identity.

Non-Resident Property Electors will be required to produce two (2) pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners.

Consent forms are available on the School District No.57 website at www.sd57.bc.ca on the 2022 Trustee By-Election page and will also be available at voting locations.

If you have questions, please contact the School District No. 57 Chief Election Officer Darleen Patterson by phone: 250-561-6800 ext. 247 or by email: byelection@sd57.bc.ca Classes of documents that may be accepted as evidence of identification are: British Columbia Driver’s Licence, BCID card, BC Services Card, British Columbia CareCard or GoldCareCard ICBC Owners Certificate of Insurance and Vehicle Licence, Ministry of Social Development and Economic Security Request for Continued Assistance Form SDES8, Social Insurance Card, Citizenship Card, Real Property Tax Notice, Credit Card Debit Card Utility Bill Darleen Patterson Chief Election Officer School District No.57 2022 Trustee By-Election

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SPRUCE CREDIT UNION CREATES LEGACY FUND

Bill Clark, Len Thony, Kelli Moorhead, Mike Peterson, Gloria Heffernan and Dan Denis will make up the advisory committee making grant decisions for the new $750,000 Legacy Community Fund announced last week. The new fund will be used to support community initiatives in the Prince George area over the next two to three years, according to a statement issued by the credit union. Spruce Credit Union merged with Interior Savings Credit Union on Jan. 1, and the community fund was created as part of the merger agreement.

Voters heading to polls twice this year ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff

Prince George voters will be headed to the polls in a pair of local elections in 2022.

On Jan. 15, voters will cast their ballots in the School District 57 byelection. The byelection was prompted by the resignations of former board chairperson Trent Derrick and vice-chairperson Shuirose Valimohamed in September.

Derrick was one of five Prince George trustees elected to the board, while Valimohamed was the Mackenzie-area representative on the board. The School District 57 board is made up of trustees from Prince George, plus one trustee from the Mackenzie area and one from the McBride area.

Andrew Burton, Shannon Freeman, Milton Manhoney, Audrey McKinnon and Brian Trotter are running to fill the seat left vacant by Derrick, while David Szucsko and Rachael Weber are running to fill the Mackenzie seat left vacant by Valimohamed.

The new trustees elected in January will only have 10 months in office before they are back up for re-election.

On Oct. 15, voters across the province will vote in the B.C. local government elections.

Voters in Prince George will elect a mayor and city council, as well as elect trustees to serve on the School District 57 board of education.

Rural voters will elect a director in their electoral area to represent them on the board of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, while also voting in the School District 57 election.

Unlike the mayor of Prince George, who is elected separately, the chairperson of the board of education and regional district board are elected by the members of the board.

While the election is still nearly a year away, Coun. Terri McConnachie said she’ll be seeking another term in office in October. Coun. Brian Skakun said the “chance of me running again are better than not.”

Coun. Susan Scott and Coun. Murry Krause said they were undecided on whether they would run again.

“I’m still thinking about what’s best (for) the city and what’s best for me,” Scott said in an email.

Krause said he expected to make a decision in the spring or summer of 2022.

Coun. Cori Ramsay said she planned to announce her intentions next year, closer to spring.

“I think it’s still a bit too early and would appreciate giving the school board election more space in the public sphere as it is a very important election for them, Ramsay said.

Coun. Garth Frizzell declined to comment on the issue.

Mayor Lyn Hall, Coun. Kyle Sampson and Coun. Frank Everitt did not respond to a request for comment by The Citizen.

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CN wins right to prosecute protesters COLIN DACRE Glacier Media

CN Rail has won the right to privately pursue criminal charges against three people who participated in a 2020 rail blockade in northern B.C., despite the fact that provincial prosecutors declined to get involved.

The ruling cements the B.C. Supreme Court’s ability to enforce court injunctions, with or without the participation of Crown prosecutors, who unsuccessfully fought the decision.

A group of people, including three Gitxsan hereditary chiefs, were arrested at a blockade on a CN Rail line in New Hazelton on Feb. 24, 2020.

An injunction against the blockade had been issued two weeks prior amid nationwide protests in solidarity with Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs fighting against the Coastal Gaslink Pipeline.

The BC Prosecution Service, which typically has the final say on who gets charged with criminal offences in the province, declined an invitation of the court to press charges. Crown prosecutors said they could not prove nine of the protesters were aware of the injunction when they were arrested. Three others, however, were captured on video having the injunction read to them.

Provincial prosecutors tried to argue it

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CN Railway tracks were blockaded near New Hazelton in February 2020. was “not in the public interest” that those three protesters be criminally prosecuted on the basis that they were non-violent, mostly cooperative and did not return to block the tracks after their arrest.

In a BC Supreme Court ruling, Justice Ward Branch said the BC Prosecution Service is “not the sole arbiter of the public interest.”

“While the BCPS has expertise in assessing and pursuing criminal offences, the court undoubtedly has its own expertise in protecting the administration of justice and ensuring respect for the

courts…” Branch ruled.

The BCPS tried to raise concerns about a private corporation, CN Rail, carrying out a criminal prosecution.

Justice Branch agreed that the situation “is not ideal,” but when Crown counsel declined to press charges “the court is effectively left to ‘make the best out of a bad situation.’”

Branch noted that “judicial contempt power has existed for as long as courts themselves,” later ruling “that the long term repute of the administration of justice is imperilled by the mass public

disobedience of a court order.”

“The fact that there have been no further blockades also does not mitigate the alleged disrespect for the Court’s order,” Justice Branch continued. “This is not a situation where an accused is entitled to ‘one free pass,’ and is only subject to penalty if they repeat their offence. The initial willful violation of a court order remains a violation of a court order.”

When dealing with people who breach court orders, the courts deal with offenders in two ways. Civil contempt of court proceedings are used for issues between two parties with the primary purpose being to secure compliance with the court order. A criminal contempt case transcends the interests of the parties, resulting in the public having an interest in ensuring the proper administration of justice. Punitive sentences are issued.

In the CN Rail blockade case, Justice Branch ruled that CN Rail can launch its own criminal prosecution of the three protesters who were allegedly knowledgeable of the injunction.

The other nine protesters would have to be dealt with in a civil contempt case, with the judge accepting the Crown’s explanation that a conviction is unlikely.

At this time it is not known if CN Rail will proceed with a criminal prosecution of the three eligible New Hazelton arrestees. The company declined comment.

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our-season whining about the weather is the national and Prince George pastime.

Too hot during the heat dome.

Too much rain during the fall.

And those people who were wanting some snow in November (you know who you are), your wishes have been granted.

In normal times (that is, pre-COVID-19), more affluent residents would be flocking south for a break from the snow and cold. Some still are but the Omicron variant’s spread raises doubts about personal safety and the prospect of being stranded, unable to return indefinitely.

While the complaining about everything and everyone and woe is me continues unabated on social media, others are busy doing their part to help.

A local family lost their husband and dad in a workplace accident on Boxing Day and residents rushed to their aid.

Whether it’s a pandemic, nasty weather or personal tragedy, being together is the warmth that carries us through the darkest and coldest days.

— Editor-in-chief Neil Godbout

LETTER TO THE EDITOR GRAVEL PIT CONCERNS

Please write/call The Ministry of Energy and Mines to let them know that allowing Rolling Mix Concrete and Rock’n Roll Aggregates to go ahead with their plans to mine directly behind Evergreen Trailer Park and the community of Rosa Rd is wrong. We have seniors, children and people that are already vulnerable to the air quality problems.

My understanding is they can mine as close as 5 metres to properties behind them. Yes, we need gravel, but this plan is too aggressively close to people, after Rolling Mix and Rock’n Roll cut down all the trees in the 100 metre buffer. The winds are severe now and debris from the mine has also picked up and noise is high.

By not phoning to oppose gravel pit plans says you wouldn’t mind having this happen in your neighborhood.

In new plans it says the hours of operation, then in brackets (extended if required for customer needs).

Say what? They could be a 24/7 day operation?

This operation will adversely effect everyone if it goes because it will set a precedence for future operations as well.

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We acknowledge the financial support of the government of Canada.

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What would be a ‘better’ year?

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aking predictions about the new year is a time-honoured tradition for newspaper pundits but we really are no better at predicting the future than anyone else.

Indeed, if you were to survey the world’s population on a series of yes/no questions (for example, is the world going to be a better place in 2022?) some people will get it right.

With only two choices, the results have to be one or the other!

But it does lead to the interesting question of what constitutes better?

For example, if you have more money in 2022, would that be better?

Most people would answer yes to such a question. But if prices stay ahead of any increase in salary – that is, if your raise is say 10 percent but prices go up by 20 percent, then you are actually behind. Making more money only helps if prices increase

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at a slower rate.

I would suggest a better world, at the end of 2022, would be one with more people having what they need.

Fewer people malnourished. Fewer people living in poverty. Fewer people living without a home. A great percentage of the human race living fulfilling lives.

But to get back to the business of prognosticating, I am pretty sure this will not be the case for 2022 nor for years to come. Addressing social ills is the work of a lifetime.

On the other hand, I am fairly certain we will be dealing with variants of COVID for the next year. Omicron

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is pervasive now but there are more variants to come. Too many people are left unvaccinated and represent a breeding ground for mutations in the virus’ structure.

And 2022 will see climate change continue. The mean average surface temperature will continue to rise as we pump more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. The consequences will be some wacky weather – maybe not in British Columbia but certainly around the globe.

I would also predict first light from the James Webb Space Telescope will be greeted with joy by the scientists involved and who knows?

Maybe 2022 will be the year we find proof of extraterrestrial life.

The one thing I do know is no matter what, I wish everyone a happy and prosperous new year!

Todd Whitcombe is a chemistry professor at UNBC.

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Vaccine needed globally

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s I sat recovering from the side-effects of my third COVID vaccine shot, certain things did not add up.

My first two doses of the COVID vaccine were Astra-Zeneca. When demand for this vaccine dropped in western countries, remaining doses were sent to developing countries.

The problem was that these vaccines were weeks away from their expiration date and most ended up going to waste because health authorities did not have time to get them into the arms of their citizens.

The only vaccines available in Canada right now are made by Pfizer and Moderna.

Both of these companies have received generous government assistance and have benefited from publicly funded research by academic scientists in developing their vaccines.

The fact that billions of people have not been vaccinated allows

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the COVID virus more chances to mutate. The vast majority of these individuals live in places where governments simply cannot pay the asking price of Western pharmaceutical companies.

Fortunately, other global players are stepping forward.

The Chinese government has pledged a billion doses of their vaccine to Africa. Tiny Cuba has also developed two COVID vaccines, both of which are proving to be quite effective.

What humanity needs to realize is COVID doesn’t care how rich or poor you are. It doesn’t care if you love America, China or Cuba. It doesn’t care if you’re a capitalist or

a socialist. It will spread and mutate.

It will make people sick, and it could potentially become more contagious and deadly. No one in the world is safe until everyone in the world is safe.

We will be studying the global COVID pandemic for many years.

We will look at what we did right and what we did wrong. We will look at what measures were effective in preventing the spread the virus and those that allowed the pandemic to continue.

We will also celebrate the heroes who saved lives and kept our spirits strong through a very difficult time.

One thing that we need to understand right now is that we must put aside our greed and our political interests and come together as one humanity for the good of all humanity. It is up to us to save our own lives.

Gerry Chidiac is a Prince George teacher.

Youth dive into stage experience

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y first experience of seeing live theatre on a professional scale was a school field trip. I remember watching the actors lay on their backs as their characters spoke about their dreams and who they wanted to be. I was very young, and I only remember a few moments and images, but I can very clearly recall how I felt. The show was something about Jerry Lee Lewis and I remember the sign on the door warning that they would smoke real fake cigarettes on stage. It was a completely new experience; I was engaged and excited and it smelled almost like a campfire. This was a new kind of storytelling, and it was way better than Saturday cartoons! The story was really happening right there, right in front of me and my classmates.

Well, now that I’m somebody resembling a grown-up, I work in the theatre full-time; I’m an artistic associate and technician at Theatre Northwest. Clearly my first trip to the theatre made a big impact on me. As such, I have an appreciation for students who come to our shows on a field trip. Now, I’ll let you in on a little secret: for those of us who work in this crazy theatre world, student matinees are high stakes gambling.

For the artists on stage, it can be nerve-wracking, and you never know what’s going to happen. Will they understand it? Will they enjoy it? It’s almost always fine, kids are smarter than we assume but they’re terribly honest. Sometimes, however, it’s the show that reminds you why you got into this business in the first place.

In mid-December a group of students

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came to see The Marvelous Wonderettes and we weren’t prepared for what happened next.

If you didn’t catch the show, The Marvelous Wonderettes by Roger Bean, is a jukebox musical with a live band and four incredibly talented actors playing a girl group performing at their high school prom in 1958.

In the second act, it’s their 10-year reunion in 1968. It’s a hit parade with incredibly real, hilarious, and heartwarming moments of storytelling throughout.

Now imagine you’re in high school or junior high; the last couple of years have been turbulent and uncertain. You go on a field trip to see this high energy, full package show with music, dancing, and even some audience participation.

This group of students understood the assignment. Not only did they cheer and clap for the songs, they understood the characters. First, Missy (Becca Thackray) sings about her secret crush, and surprise, it’s their teacher, Mr. Lee! Normally we’d choose a random audience member to play Mr. Lee, and hopefully he would play along. It’s silly fun, and

it invites the rest of the audience to join in. For the students, we obviously chose their teacher, and when it was revealed, they howled with laughter. In the first act, Betty Jean (Maggie Trepanier) and Cindy Lou (Shelby Meaney) are best friends having a messy conflict throughout the songs. When it came time to vote for which character would be the prom queen, Cindy Lou (the mean one) did her bit, expecting the usual polite pattering of applause and got complete silence. Betty Jean went next and they roared with applause.

It turned out, this was not a simple falling out, we had a hero and a villain! Discoveries like this continued and the show found new depths.

Something magical happens when the actors and the audience connect like that. In the process of creating the show we inevitably get so intimate with the story that we see it differently from the audience and rarely get the chance to learn about those differences. Live performance is an exchange of energy. During every moment, the audience’s response informs the energy of what comes next. Those students were so present and engaged that the actors discovered the story from the audience’s perspective, and it made for a richer experience for every audience afterward. So, next time you find yourself sitting in our theatre, I invite you to enjoy yourself with the enthusiasm of those kids. Afterall, theatre is supposed to be fun – that’s why it’s called a play.

Bradley Charles is a Prince George based actor, director, writer, and producer of theatre and film.

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RESULTS from last week’s polls: What was Prince George’s Story of the Year? ●

Coastal GasLink pipeline protests 83 votes, 21 per cent

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Moccasin Flats 163 votes, 40 per cent

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Witches cauldron mushroom 44 votes, 11 per cent

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Helen and John Eberherr, a longtime Prince George couple who died just days apart of COVID-19 113 votes, 28 per cent

Who or what is the Prince George Newsmaker of the Year? ●

Quesnel woman gets licked by bear 57 votes, 12 per cent

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COVID-19 146 votes, 30 per cent

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Contractor survives bear attack 36 votes, 7 per cent

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George Street Parkade 249 votes, 51 per cent LETTERS WELCOME: Submissions should be sent by e-mail to: letters@pgcitizen.ca. No handwritten letters, please. Maximum length is 400 words and writers are limited to one submission every three weeks. We will edit letters to ensure clarity, good taste, for legal reasons, and occasionally for length. Although we will not include your address and telephone number in the paper, we need both for verification purposes. Unsigned letters will not be published.

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Drummers keep the beat for health workers CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

Drummers Ivan Paquette and Wesley Mitchell came together at the start of the pandemic when it became clear the coronavirus wasn’t going anywhere soon.

For 47 nights straight, Mitchell and Paquette were joined by other drummers in front of the hospital to send their support in the best way they knew how - with their heartbeat drumming, as Mitchell describes it. They are the founders of the UHNBC Drummers Group.

Without fail for the last 20 months, Paquette and Mitchell have led the drumming at the University Hospital of Northern BC every Monday night at 6 and have committed to continue to do so until the coronavirus pandemic is over - even at -32 C they experienced last Monday night.

Drumming represents the universal heartbeat of Mother Earth for First Nations people and that primal sound continues to lift up all who hear it, Mitchell explains often to whoever is in attendance during the drumming circles.

By the beat of the drum, Paquette and Mitchell came together from very different backgrounds and to this day they are not what anyone would call fast friends outside of the drumming group.

Their connection is from the love that exists within the centre of the drum circle

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Wesley Mitchell, right, and Ivan Paquette, left, play the drums during a drumming ceremony at UHNBC. to share powerful healing properties born from the ceremony and tradition from which it came.

“The drum saved my life,” Mitchell said.

Having experienced traumatic loss of loved ones and a disconnection as a child from his First Nations culture on his father’s side, Mitchell struggled with those losses for years.

Unfortunately as a result Mitchell fell

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into an addiction to alcohol as a teenager and it only got worse from there.

It took nine detox stays and attending 10 treatment centres before he finally kicked his drug and alcohol addiction in 2017.

He overdosed three times throughout those years of struggle but even that was not enough to wake him up to the fact he needed to stop, he said.

He spent most of his young adult years in the chaos of a life of addiction, Mitchell said.

His mother supported him through it all and now Mitchell is celebrating four years in recovery.

“The key to being successful in recovery for me is to provide service to others and I take that very seriously,” Mitchell said.

“I know that sharing my story could maybe help one of your readers out there and I wanted to show that miracles happen every day.”

The message he sends through his drum outside the hospital every week is a strong one.

“The people inside the hospital get those moments of comfort, of love, support and the worry is gone for that moment,” Mitchell said. “I am honoured to do that and I love it.”

Paquette came from an extended family who was very supportive of his artistic pursuits.

Overcoming bullying that began at a very young age, Paquette was into drawing and sketching, speech arts where he found his voice at eight years old and later discovered being a singer, songwriter, musician and actor offered its own power of healing as well.

Starting as early as when he was 18 years old, he always mentored Indigenous youth and had a popular program in the VLA, spoke often on First Nations matters as a guest speaker in the schools, and always sought to lift up those around him, focusing on his people and those in need, he said.

He moved to Vancouver as a young man, enjoyed some success after discovering theatre and stage craft at PGSS. His entertainment career began almost immediately after moving to Vancouver in the mid-90s and he soon appeared in the original MacGyver series, 21 Jump Street, Black Stallion series, Border Town, TV movies, and made other appearances on television.

“Talk about living the dream,” Paquette said.

As his success grew something in his spirit was calling him back to Prince George.

“It was something pulling me that was bigger than myself,” Paquette said.

During those years he would go back and forth to Vancouver developing his music and publishing songs.

He was invited to help gather information from the Indigenous youth to help inform the public of the plight of the Indigenous people in the North. Using the Medicine Wheel teachings, Paquette created the model.

The BC United Metis Youth Circle was born, which is now known as Metis Youth BC. “It was a template that was used to create youth circles all over the country,” Paquette said.

“It was the healing piece, it was engaging the youth to help them see for themselves their future. That mentality of killing the Indian in the child in residential schools had to be washed away. The template used to form those circles was helping Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples and bringing them together and I thought ‘wow, that’s the model for reconciliation.”

He was proud to see the modeling work to heal his people and bring awareness to others.

Paquette said he knows in his life it was always about making the spirit, mind, body connection.

“I look back and I see my place in the world from the time I was given a voice in speech arts and I know the power of speech, the power of communication, the power of connecting, the power of relationships - all my relations - it can create harmony in a community and build bridges.”

Paquette always says there is unity in community and that result is what he sees in the drumming circles at UHNBC that have continued every Monday night since the pandemic started.

Everyone is always welcome to join the drumming group for its healing power and share in its extraordinarily unending message to healthcare workers and patients.

“People are looking to us for support and guidance and we bring all our Indigenous tools with us - we drum, we smudge, we pray, we sing,” Paquette explained.

“And what brings us all together is our love for one another and the Creator. We will be here to see the end of the pandemic. We have made that promise and we will honour it.”

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Voters in the Cariboo community will go to the polls on Feb. 5 Voters in the District of Wells will go to the polls on Feb. 5 to elect a new mayor and three out of four councillors, following a wave of resignations in October and November.

Councillor Chris Cooley announced his resignation on Nov. 3, effective for Nov. 30. On Nov. 19, Mayor Gabe Fourchalk announced his resignation in a letter to residents of the town of just over 200 people, located just outside Barkerville, east of Quesnel.

“When I decided to run for Mayor, my interest was to be a voice for our town, I wanted to make a difference, bridge gaps, pull people together, promote and encourage diversity, enrich the arts, tourism, and industry, be a leader and provide different viewpoints and ideas,” Fourchalk wrote in his resignation letter.

“I still want all of those things, and more, but due to recent events, and with the letters written into council, that stated that I was in a ‘perceived conflict of interest’ have caused a ripple effect that has stripped my ability to do my job effectively as the Mayor. Whether or not you like the fact that BGM/ODV (Barkerville Gold Mines/Osisko Development Corp.) are here, they are a major part of this town, now, and in the future, and it is important to have the elected officials be a part of the decision-making process,

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The members of the District of Wells council are seen in an official district portrait.

Only councillor and acting mayor Mandy Kilsby (front, right) remains on council following the resignations of former mayor Gabe Fourchalk (centre) and councillors Jordan Rohatynski, Chris Cooley and Ksenya Dorwart. as they are elected to do. If I cannot be a voice on that, then I must resign.”

In his letter, Fourchalk defended his ability to act as mayor while being employed at Osisko’s Cariboo Gold Project in Wells.

“Those letters have left me feeling that my integrity is in question. The only thing that makes any sense to me, is that those who wrote those letters feel that I would not act in the best interest of the community due to me working for the mine, and that is simply not the case in any way shape or form,” Fourchalk wrote. “In my

Knights Inn adds peer support workers CHRISTINE DALGLEISH

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Training peer support workers at the Knights Inn, run by the Prince George Native Friendship Centre (PGNFC), is currently underway for its residents.

It’s early days yet but there are three people who have already come forward to learn how to help their fellow residents of the 44 units available for those transitioning from homelessness to housed members of the community.

“This is absolutely amazing, whenever we can get peers who are excited about working alongside peers to keep each other safe in my mind there is no stronger or more powerful way to providing those supports than that,” Barb Ward-Burkitt, executive director of PGNFC, said.

In partnership with BC Housing, the Prince George Native Friendship Centre, an experienced housing operator, runs the Knights Inn, which offers 24-hour, seven day a week support to residents using a trauma-informed approach including daily meals and health and wellness support services.

Training includes instruction on how to use Naloxone and how to administer it properly, how to assess that type of

situation, and know when is it OK to administer multiple doses.

“We have our staff who have undergone similar training who have administered up to eight injections of Naloxone to make people come back so really it is important to know how to assess that - being aware of the timing between injections - assessing your surroundings so you are not in an unsafe place, knowing when to call 9-1-1 - all of those different safety factors are part of that particular training,” she said. “The individuals participating in the training will get a certificate of completion along with a sign for their door that says ‘NARCAN kits available here’ so those individuals who are using at the Inn can then reach out to those individuals they feel most comfortable with.”

There are two staff members on site but with 44 units Ward-Burkitt said it’s not possible for them to always stay on top of everything going on round the clock and this help will be most welcome.

“So having these peer supports that know each other as guests, know each other as family, will have an idea of when people are using, what they’re using - all those facts that our guests might not share with our staff. This type of program is very important to have at the Inn.”

defence on these letters, I have said, since the beginning that I would make choices, give opinions, and act in the best interest for the community as a ‘whole,’ and not just what is in the best interest for the mine, or in the best interest of a particular group, nor what is in the best interest for me, and me working for the mine as an equipment operator doesn’t change that.”

Councillor Ksenya Dorwart resigned on Oct. 26 and Jordan Rohatynski resigned on Nov. 23, to announce his intention to run for mayor, district chief administrative officer and chief election officer

Donna Forseille said in an email.

The resignations leave Mandy Kilsby the acting mayor and sole remaining member of the five-person council.

“The contentious issues in Wells are the Elementary school building and the changes brought on by the resurgence of mining in the community,” Kilsby said in an email. “The mayor just stepped down citing conflict of interest because he is employed by the mine, but at least two of the candidates running in the by-election are also employed by the mine as contractors, but have yet to declare those conflicts. Small town, big drama.”

The last meeting in which all five members of the council attended was held on Sept. 14.

Elections BC listed Rohatynski and former Barkerville CEO and Quesnel city councillor Ed Coleman as candidates for mayor. No candidates were listed for the three vacant district councillor positions.

If there are not enough candidates to fill all three councillor positions by the end of the nomination period, the provincial government will direct the district on what steps to take, Forseille said. The province could opt to extend the nomination period, which would push back the byelection date, or up to three candidates could be acclaimed with no election process.

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Entertainment providers continue to adapt

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Theatre NorthWest is the only professional theatre company in Prince George and changed direction during the pandemic to offer local residents an opportunity to shine.

There were stage readings offered to limited audiences that showcased fledgling writers, directors, producers and actors who adhered to coronavirus restrictions.

Most recently the Marvelous Wonderettes, a musical, was presented at Theatre NorthWest and started as a production that could only have 50 audience members attend at a time, only to have the pandemic restrictions lifted so that theatres could be at 50 per cent capacity.

When that happened in the middle of the show’s run the theatre had to quickly change gears in response and sold out the shows scheduled and then had to extend the run because of its success.

Currently things are shut down and pose a real challenge to the entertainment industry but Theatre NorthWest is looking ahead toward the new year when hopefully things will open up once again.

The next major stage production is Glory by Tracey Power that will be presented Feb. 3 to 23.

“Remember that movie A League of Their Own? It’s kind of like that but with

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The Marvelous Wonderettes pose for a photo during a preview of the show that took place at Theatre NorthWest in late 2021. From left is Ali Watson, Maggie Trepanier, Becca Thackray, and Shelby Meaney. hockey,” Marnie Hamagami, Theatre NorthWest’s executive director. “It’s based on a true story.”

There are four women in the show and local musician, actor William Kuklis, will take on the only male role in the cast.

Mom’s The Word, written by six women, is presented April 14 to May 4 at Theatre NorthWest and features a cast of five women in a comedy that showcases the challenges of women having children and all the ups and downs that come with growing a family.

One of the original writers of the play, Deborah Williams, will be coming to Prince George to direct the show.

Theatre NorthWest also hosts unique fundraising events and is partnering once

again with Big Brothers Big Sisters for Gin Blossom, a showcase of well-known community members who create an original cocktail and then present it as part of a taste-testing for patrons of the arts.

There will also a couple of Scotch tasting events for the grownups and sewing camps for children and youth throughout the coming year.

But at this time, there is still a question about future local shows and events.

“There is no certainty yet, it’s still in flux,” Glen Mikkelsen, entertainment manager for the City of Prince George. “In the summertime we thought we were headed to a strong place and then another wave rocked the boat again in the fall and then even as close as a couple of weeks ago we

thought we were headed into a stronger position to make things happen in terms of events and here we are again being rocked again.”

Live Nation, which is the largest entertainment promoter in the world, has added Prince George to the tour of The Offpring and Simple Plan set for Feb. 27 at the CN Centre and it’s being sold as a full house.

“So they are being optimistic,” Mikkelsen said. “Their intention is to have capacity at 100 per cent.”

Same goes for the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship.

“We are, of course, hoping for 100 per cent for that event, too, on March 19 when that event opens up,” he added.

Mikkelsen said he understands that people are hesitant to commit to going out to events by buying tickets because of the continuing uncertainty.

He knows audience members will return when things open back up again and that’s going to happen - eventually.

“Obviously we didn’t think we’d still be here but here we are,” he said. “It’s just taking a little longer than expected.”

People knowing everyone has to be vaccinated to attend events offers a bit more health security to those who are cautious about COVID and its variants still making the rounds, he added.

“And that helps for sure,” Mikkelsen said.

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The last couple of years have been filled with challenges for everyone because of pandemic restrictions and the same goes for the entertainment industry including many organizations in Prince George.

Russell shared her unique insight into what it’s like for young children and youth during this very uncertain time.

“You have to think about it - when you have four year olds in the room, almost half of their lives have been spent with adults other than their parents being expected to wear masks - if you think in terms of that they are pretty comfortable with the whole situation,” Russell said.

“The ones that I think have the bigger problem is those who are between the ages of 10 and 20, who are used to pretty much calling the shot themselves and this has been very, very difficult for them, plus they are the most affected by not having events, parties, gatherings - they’re really suffering so it is good we still have them in the studio because I see a great deal of the fraying of their personal well being.

This is a completely different story we’re telling right now and that’s how this

pandemic has affected our teenagers.”

Russell said she sees a decline in the number of teenage students who have continued with their classes because they don’t see any point because there is no opportunity to perform.

“That is very, very sad,” Russell said.

“There have been a few who have managed to keep their chins up and continue but that’s not the case for most.”

Russell said she sees those between the ages of 12 and 16 who have not reached the pinnacle of their dance education who are very invested but many 16 to 20 year olds are defeated and quitting.

“It’s their time to shine and they don’t see the end in sight that will allow them to do so,” Russell said.

It’s very distressing, she added, because these children have grown up before her eyes and there’s nothing to be done for them.

“And it’s rough,” Russell said. “As far as the studio goes we’re just hanging on because our classes have to be smaller.”

Operating expenses for the studio remain the same, no matter how many people are in the building.

“We are very thankful for the federal government’s financial programming that has helped us stay alive,” Russell said.

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Northern Health Regional Orders

• Enforcing mask wearing • Preventing crowding during class transition times

Return to K-12 for public and independent school students is delayed until Monday, January 10th.

Teachers and staff will return the first week of January to implement enhanced safety measures to support in-class learning. During this time, schools will be open for students whose parents work in the health care system and for students with exceptional needs — school districts will communicate to parents about this.

Enhanced safety measures include: • Maximizing space between people

• Holding virtual staff-only gatherings

Northern Health (NH) has ordered public health restrictions on Gatherings and Events across the region to manage COVID-19 activity.

Northern Health’s orders are in effect until at least January 31, 2022, and include the entire Northern Health region:

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• Holding virtual school gatherings and events; if they must be inperson, capacity is reduced to 50% operating capacity

• Pausing extracurricular sports tournaments We continue to encourage everyone who is eligible to get fully vaccinated.

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Personal gatherings, of fully vaccinated people: 10 indoors, 25 outdoors

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Outdoor event capacity: 50% of capacity venue

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Worship services: 50% of capacity, and everyone over the age of 11 is vaccinated

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Restaurants: alcohol ser vice ends 10pm

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Bars and nightclubs are closed

Full details on the orders here: northernhealth.ca/health-topics/ covid-19-orders Provincial COVID-19 restrictions are also in place across the province, with some additional measures to those in Northern Health. Full details on Provincial restrictions can be found here: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/ covid-19/info/restrictions

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There are available appointments in pharmacies in many Northern communities, including Prince George, available as early as this week. There are more opportunities next week and going forward at a growing number of pharmacies, and at scheduled NH clinics. For more information, visit: northernhealth.ca/health-topics/ covid-19-immunization-clinics

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TAURUS

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GEMINI

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CANCER

The holidays are finally over, and things are slowly returning to normal. You’ll have time to maintain a more active social life, even if it’s only on social media. Make sure you get enough rest.

LEO

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VIRGO

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LIBRA

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PUZZLE NO. 852

SCORPIO

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SAGITTARIUS

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CAPRICORN

You’ll receive a lot of praise. Some people may look up to you after a brilliant success. You’ll have plenty of reason to be proud of yourself.

AQUARIUS

If you didn’t get to see all your friends and family during the holidays, now is the time to get together. You’ll excel at interacting at work and in your home life. However, some people are impossible to please.

PISCES

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WILMA GIBBONS RABIEN, Karla 2x20.8 September 18, 1947 - December 16, 2021 PGC002392 Educated at the University of Victoria, Karla spent two

TOMASINI, Gemma Carmela

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years with CUSO in Barbados, then another two years with CUSO in Fiji.

Upon her return to Canada she spent countless hours teaching computers skills to teens and young adults.

The family would like to thank the staff at Rainbow Lodge and Parkside Care Home for the wonderful care she received there.

June 23, 1931 Dec. 28, 2021

1935-2021

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Henry Hamm 1932- 2021 Henry passed away at his home with his daughter, Shirley, by his side. He was pre-deceased by his beloved wife, Irene.

Henry leaves behind: his daughter, Shirley, son Stephen (Cheryl), grandchildren Kirstin (Jordan), Brandon (Alicia), and Jessica. Henry enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his four great grandsons: Thomas, Josef, Lucas, and William. A special thank you to Dr. Syal, for your care and compassion for Henry. If you had the privilege of knowing Henry, you would know he showed immense kindness to everyone. He worked hard his whole life and fought until the very end.

Henry loved his family more than anything and he showed this everyday. He enjoyed volunteering and collecting various items.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gemma.

She peacefully passed over in Kelowna while surrounded by family. Her vibrant and loving personality will be so missed by many. She is survived by daughter Lora, son Mark, grandchildren Bryce and Jenna.

Brother Reno (Carole) Fabris, nieces Lisa (Dave) Hawkins, Carla Fabris (Dave) Arndt and nephew Dave (Celeste) Fabris. Also many other extended family and friends. Predeceased by husband Angelo (1977) and son, John (2019).

“May now she rest with her loved ones in heaven.”

Arrangements in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services. 250-860-6440

It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Edward Elmer Staub, on December 26, 2021.

Dad was born in Makaroff, Manitoba on May 2, 1935. He served for a number of years in the Air Force, stationed in Cold Lake, AB. Dad and family moved to Prince George in 1964 where he worked in road construction. He worked for Talka Logging and Canfor as an equipment operator then as an independent contractor with his own grader. He managed the Leo Creek logging camp for many years, becoming the unoffical mayor. Upon retirement, Dad tirelessly volunteered for many, many years at the St. Vincent de Paul society and the Canada Winter Games, among others. Dad was always the first one to jump in and offer to get his hands dirty, or get them wet as he always wanted to do the dishes.

He will be immensely missed by his children Rick (Karen), Dawn (Mike), Randy (Janice), Drew, Stacey (Randy), step-sons Marcel (Bev) & Jason, 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, as well as his many friends and acquaintances. Thanks Keith!!

Henry will be greatly missed but never forgotten ... until we meet again, G.

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Irene Jeanette Sitoski

Ronald T. Nohr

1927-2021

October 10, 1940 December 14, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Irene Jeanette Sitoski on December 30, 2021. Irene was born May 20, 1927 in Portage la Prairie, MB. Irene is survived by her sister Joan Cook, sister in law Bernice Stephens and her children;Richard Stephens (Sandy), Linda Leboe, Brenda Jensen (Larry), Barry Sitoski (Lisa), Pamela Boehmer (David) and Gerald Sitoski. She was a loving grandma to Kevin (Deanna), Gaileen, Dwayne S. (Corinne), Leona (Tyler), Laurie (Trevor), Stephen (Miriam), Dwayne L. (Stacey), Richard (Liz), Rhonda (Tod), Randy (Giselle), Rob (Krissy), Charlene (Darcy), Dawn (Andrew), Shawna (Brian) and Bradley (Hannah). She was also great grandma and great-great grandma to numerous beautiful grandchildren.

Mom was predeceased by her husband Joe in 2009, son-in-law Ronnie in 2018 and daughter-inlawLorraine in 2019, brother Mike Stephens and sisters; Olga Roy and Leeta Knowles. lrene and her husband Joe moved west from Portage la Prairie, MB and eventually settled in Crescent Spur, BC in 1949. This is where they raised their family and accumulated several lifelong friends. In 1966 they moved to Prince George and their circle of friends became that much larger. Camping and boating were some of the highlights with their many friends.

Mom was known for her love of cooking; happiest times were when the house was full of family and friends over for dinner. Her homemade buns were loved by all that had the opportunity to eat them and her recipe has been passed down to her loving family. Perogy making work bees was a family tradition and mom was in charge making sure the dough was perfect and the pinching was done to perfection.

Mom had several hobbies including Brazilian embroidery and tole painting. Items built by our dad and painted by mom were sold at the Farmers Market for several years. She was extremely creative and artistic and would design her own pictures on items she painted. She had a love for reading and loved watching Hallmark movies on tv.

Mom eventually joined the Elders Citizens Recreational Center and loved the friends she made there during lunches together and carpet bowling.

Mom loved her home and she would light up with the most beautiful smile when her family or friends would come to visit.

Whenever we would tell mom we loved her she would respond “I love you too” and then she would say, “I love you all”. She never wanted to leave any of her children out. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her.

The family would like to thank all of the nurses and staff at the Prince George Rotary Hospice.

Your care for our mother was beyond anything we could imagine and we sincerely appreciated everything you did for her.

A Celebration of life for our mom will take place in May of 2022.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald T. “Bucky” Nohr at the age of 81. Ron is survived by his loving wife Hazel, daughter Traci (Darby) of Kelowna, sons Jack and Jeff (Tracy) of Prince George, grandchildren Jennor, Jordan, Connor, Liam, Jake, Elle, Bronson (best friend) and Sage, sisters Shirley of Campbell River, Diane (Arnie) of Princeton, sister-in-laws Marg and Brenda Nohr, brothers Arnie (Maureen), Einor (Karen) and Wally (Mary-Jane) of Williams Lake. Ron is predeceased by his son Trevor, brothers Raymond and Bruce and his sister Alice.

Ron was a loving and devoted husband, father, papa, brother and friend. He enjoyed fishing and camping with his wife and grandkids. He was a proud papa consistently attending their hockey, lacrosse, wrestling and baseball events.

Ron will be remembered as the family foreman always overseeing jobs, repairs and giving free advice. This advice will be sadly missed. He liked a job well done.

The Nohr family would like to thank the staff at Hospice House and Dr. Grose for their exceptional care in looking after Ron. No service by request.

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Robbins, Skye M. April 13, 1999 - December 17, 2021 It is with deep sorrow and great love that our family mourns the sudden and tragic passing of Skye Marie Robbins of Prince George on December 17, 2021, at the age of 22.

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Johnson, Judy February 20, 1940 - December 21, 2021 With great sadness, we announce the loss of Judy Johnson, our beloved Mom, Grandma, and friend to many. She leaves behind sons Gordon Hilder and Chris Johnson; sister Gwen Buchanan; five grandchildren; many friends; and her poodle Rush.

Judy was born in Vancouver, BC, and spent many fulfilling years raising a family on Vancouver Island. She later moved to Lac Le Jeune, and for the last 20 years lived in Prince George. Judy spent most of her professional life managing travel agencies. She loved working with people and of course the free travel!

Following retirement, Judy was always busy. She volunteered at the Hart Pioneer Centre, both working in the office and serving on the board, she was a representative on the Council of Seniors, and she found time to make sandwiches for the homeless. In her later years, JJ, as she was known, developed a passion for carpet bowling. She enjoyed the competitive tournaments, including the provincial championships and the BC Seniors Games, but also playing for fun and friendship.

Nearly three and a half years ago, Judy was diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. She experienced much adversity in life, but like the other setbacks, she didn’t let cancer change who she was or define how she wanted to live. Through that time, Judy cared for family, Rush, and friends, kept carpet bowling, and maintained a garden.

We want to thank the tireless health-care workers that provided Mom with their time and made her last months comfortable. The homecare nurses were always available to help, and provided a healthcare lifeline during COVID. A special thanks to the Phoenix Pharmacy - Curt and the staff knew Judy by name and were quick to answer any and all questions. Dr. Hunter was compassionate and understanding, and helped navigate Judy and the family through a cancer diagnosis and treatment. Near the end, Dr. Qalbani made house calls and found the time to listen to a very ill, old woman that had very little standing in the midst of a global pandemic. And finally, we thank the wonderful staff at the Rotary Hospice House. They treated Judy with dignity and helped us through the most difficult days of the disease. Judy’s passing will sadden many.

However, she focused on love and friendship, and ensured Christmas cards were written right up until the end! Please smile when remembering your time with her.

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She will be lovingly remembered by her mother Trina Cunningham; sister Hailey Whitcomb; niece Harlow Nesbitt; grandparents Terry and Leslie Robbins; uncles Dan (Steph) and Justin Robbins; aunts Angela (Tim) and Crystal Robbins; numerous cousins and countless friends. Skye was predeceased by great-grandparents Wes and Ella Robbins; and Tom and Betty Little.

To know Skye was to love Skye. Skye was born and raised in Prince George, remaining there until the date of her passing. Skye had not only beauty, style and grace, but also humour and wit. She was full of hope and gentle words, and her laughter and radiance filled any room she entered. Skye danced both competitively and as a hobby; she was mesmerizing to watch, captivating her audience.

Skye adored her niece, Harlow, and co-raised her since her birth in 2018. She passed on her mild manner, determination and curiosity to Harlow. Skye became a Health Care Assistant in 2019, following in the steps of her mother. Skye dreamt of becoming a foster parent, having so much love to give to those who needed it most.

Though her life was cut much too short, those that had the honour of knowing Skye would agree that they became better people by simply knowing her!

A memorial service will take place in late Spring 2022.

"My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word." - Psalm 119:28

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Diane Rogers August 27, 1949 December 18, 2021

Diane Louise Rogers passed away peacefully in her sleep and went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, December 18, 2021. Diane is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, William (Bill) Rogers; her father, John Rorison; her sister, Joy (Jim) Loosli; sisterin-law, Lynne (Jim) Gollner; brother-in-law, Robert (Sue) Rogers; sister-in-law, Judy Rogers and many nieces and nephews. Diane was predeceased by her mother, Amelia Rorison and brother-in-law, Ken Rogers.

Diane was born on August 27, 1949 and shortly after birth was adopted into the loving home of John and Amelia Rorison in Burnaby. From early childhood, Diane was a force to be reckoned with. At just three years old, Diane wanted to take piano lessons. Her family could not afford this luxury; however, they found a place she could practice and at five years of age, she was so determined to learn to play that she walked several kms from their home in Burnaby to her teacher’s place every day to practice on their piano and take lessons. She practiced with fervor and excellence and over the years, she became an accomplished pianist and played for many Intervarsity events, Youth for Christ rallies, concerts, weekly church services, weddings, and more.

Because funds were scarce in the Rorison home, Diane’s mother would take her to the local second-hand store where they would buy expensive outfits for cents on the dollar. Together, they would take them apart and use the material to construct tailored clothing for themselves.

Diane always said she was one of the best-dressed kids in school, but for a fraction of the cost. Diane became an excellent seamstress and she continued to use this skill, sewing many bridal gowns including her own, bridesmaid dresses for herself and numerous friends, baby and toddler outfits for friends, and curtains and décor for Ness Lake Bible Camp.

Upon graduating from Burnaby South Senior High, she attended UBC and BCIT. She moved to Kelowna for work where she forged new territory by becoming the first female Health Inspector in BC. After her six-month contract, she continued working as a Health Inspector for the provincial government in Princeton.

Diane met Bill Rogers while attending BCIT and although his interest was immediate, Diane was not easily smitten. After a two-year courtship, Bill asked Diane to marry her in a McDonald’s parking lot. She said yes, but demanded that he ask her dad for permission and propose more suitably. Bill did this at Grouse Mountain and he and Diane were married on November 3, 1973.

After their honeymoon, Diane moved to Prince George where Bill lived and worked in the financial services industry. She took on the position of Health Inspector for the federal government medical services covering the territory from Clinton to the Yukon border and from the Alberta border to Smithers.

Diane travelled this vast area implementing and monitoring public health protocols. It was no small

endeavor to travel the roads of BC alone in the early 70’s, especially for a young woman. However, Diane took this on with the same determination she had displayed many times growing up. She knew how to change tires, how to get herself unstuck, how to get herself out of tight situations, and how to survive in the back country.

During this time, Diane also inspected ships as they were ferried into port, much to the consternation of the captains who were nervous about having a woman on board! She had powers to quarantine, but was very careful with it as she knew how serious it was to restrict people’s freedoms and so only ever quarantined sick people.

After a series of close calls on the road, the decision was made that her travelling life would end, and Diane quit her Health Inspection job to teach high school math and science as a substitute teacher in Prince George. Her standard greeting was, “Hi, my name is Mrs. Rogers.

Yes, I’m married to Mr. Rogers. No, not that Mr. Rogers.”

Her engaging manner and ability to teach meant she was loved by all, in high demand, and teachers would book her to cover their absences months in advance.

Diane joined Bill’s financial services office in the 1980s.

She took on the challenge of learning her husband’s business and brought excellence to this area of their life through many hours of research and technical analysis.

Their clients were blessed with Diane’s ability to make each one feel like they were the only client that mattered.

Bill and Diane did not have children of their own, but on several occasions, they took children into their home pouring love and dedication on them as if they were their own. They also welcomed many friends and travelling evangelists who needed a place to stay for a while.

Diane gave generously but also very thoughtfully. She listened intently to the likes and dislikes of others and so she had an uncanny ability to find gifts that were exactly right.

Diane’s attention to detail and dedication to excellence were evident whether she was the Easter bunny, planning a Christmas event, church event, renovations to their home, a board meeting, or documentation for a business audit. Wedding and baby showers were exquisitely planned, with every detail perfect. The invitations, hors d’oeuvres, decorations, gifts and games were all carefully chosen to make the guest of honour feel special. When Diane was in charge of planning the décor for a church banquet with a Roman theme, the space was transformed into a Roman empire on less than $100. It was not uncommon for her to spend hours writing and rewriting important business communication so that it contained the correct information clearly, concisely, and portrayed the exact message she intended with the appropriate degree of punch.

Diane believed strongly in giving back to the community she called home. She served as Director and Chairman of the Board for the Prince George Regional Hospital.

Diane was instrumental in the beginning of two

organizations that we now take for granted; Diane was a founding member of and President for both the Prince George Hospice and Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation. Most recently she served in the positions of Board Member, President, and Past President of the Prince George Symphony Orchestra.

In later years, an injury kept Diane from making the music she enjoyed so dearly, but her love for classical music lived on leading to her involvement on the PGSO Board. Together with Bill, they hosted a number of visiting musicians and hosted exclusive concerts, one featuring Elizabeth Pitcarin on the red violin and a second featuring Leslie Dela, playing The Goldberg Variation on the beautiful grand piano that adorned the living room in their home. She and Bill also sponsored performances of the Requiem and the bi-annual Messiah to showcase local talent and to bring beautiful music to our community.

Diane had a zest for life, a sparkle in her eyes, and a love for laughter! Whether it was at herself or something else, didn’t matter. She would find something to laugh at each day and didn’t mind sharing hilarious or embarrassing experiences to share laughter with others. Telling others about the time she fell backwards off a piano bench onto the drum set in the orchestra pit, or playing piano in front of a huge crowd and only later realizing that her skirt was inside out are just two examples of her ability to enjoy a laugh at her own expense. She enjoyed fishing, initially with her dad and later with Bill and holds the family record for a 38-pound spring salmon. She also loved her pets, especially her Great Danes because this was the closest domestic animal to her truly favorite animal, a cougar, which Bill would not allow!

When Diane was growing up, she loved spending time with her dad studying eschatology (the study of the end of the world.) This passion did not abate, and she followed a number of prophets and her keenest interest was to see how God was using current events to fulfill the prophecies she had studied. Diane had an appreciation for beauty and value here on earth; however, one of her greatest treasures was the promises in the Bible that this world is not our final home.

She wanted to live for 120 years, but that was not to be.

Her fervent prayers have been answered; she has been healed from the debilitating mobility and pain she had suffered for years. She is dancing in heaven without pain and praising God whom she adored.

Diane’s passing is a tremendous loss to her family friends, and her community. Her legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of all who had the privilege of knowing her. This incredibly generous woman poured her life into others and now she has reached her reward.

“Well done, good and faithful servant…” Matthew 25:21.

There will be a private graveside service for Diane and then a Celebration of Life in Spring or Summer, 2022.

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Stephen Michael Dougan

Hollis Thomas Wood

December 21, 1960 - December 21, 2021

March 2, 1929 - Dec 23, 2021

It is with deep sadness that his family announces the passing of Stephen Michael Dougan, (Steve), at his home in Qualicum Beach. Stephen fought a heroic seven year battle with cancer. His motto, “I never gave up” tells the story. He was an inspiration to family and friends, and to many others who were on similar journeys, through his blog “Living with bladder cancer.com”.

Stephen was a happy man who saw the fun side of life.

Stephen was predeceased by his father, Ernest Webber, and his brother, James Robert. Left to mourn are his beloved wife, Susan; son Shamus, stepson Brodie, step-daughter Stephanie (Richard), and their sons Malakai and Sawyer; mother, Karen, and brother, Paul (Joanne); aunts; Shirley and Heather (Bryan), and many cousins.

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7 Stephen’s personal obituary and message board can be accessed at Yatesmemorial.ca/obituaries

Pat (Patricia) Robillard January 13, 1937 to December 17, 2021 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our mom Pat Robillard.

She is survived by 3 daughters Jami (Per), Patti and Terri all of Prince George; 8 grandchildren Kristian (Angie), Shawna (Wayne) Donald, Tor (Tasha) Peter James (Sue), Kyle (Alyssa) Joni, Brandon and 18 great children. She was predeceased by husband Donald Robillard and son Donnie.

Celebration of life will be held in the spring A special thanks to UHNBC and the Hospice House for all their help.

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Dad passed away peacefully at Birchview Senior Home Thursday night Dec 23rd. He had a great life, and he will be missed by family and friends.

Hollis was predeceased by his wife Hilda, grandson Ryan Wood, brother Willard his wife (Leslie), and nephew Kelly, brothers John, Lorne his wife (Suzie), and brother in-law George Dockendorff, sister-in-law Wilma McClure, parents Gladys and John Wood, and great grandson Bryden Wood.

Hollis is survived by: Gary (Cheryle), Lisa (Derek) Avery, Evan, Derek (Colleen), Tyler (Ashley), Ally, Brody.

Wayne (Clare), Michael (Erin), Henley, Milo, Timothy (Irene), Christopher (Anna).

Ken (Mary), Brianne (Kris), Evy, Wyn, Jamie (Chad), Ethan, Lissy.

Blair (Leigh Anne), Drayson (Ivy), Nia, Jeremiah, Theodor, Emily, Megan.

His sister Verna, brother Sheldon (Joan) of Ontario and brother in-law Stu McClure of PEI and many nieces and nephews from BC, Ontario, and PEI. Dad was born in Brookfield PEI and in our eyes, he was a pioneer of his time. After getting married in 1949 he bought a train ticket from PEI to Prince George to look for work. When the train stopped in PG, he headed across the street to have something to eat and drink in the local bar (National Hotel). It was here his life changed forever. At the bar a gentleman offered him a job logging and that was the beginning of a new life. He was a long way from his wife, family, and friends! Mom came on the train a few months later and Gary was born in PG on Dec 24, 1949. Our roots were now set down in PG. Dad eventually found work at CN in 1951and retired as a conductor in 1988 after 37 years. He was a very hard worker and good provider. We never went without the basics in life and were given the chance to play in any sports or activities we wanted.

Dad’s first house at 813 Ewert St had no running water, and a dirt road into the property. He then bought the house at 1189 Douglas in 1962, where he lived until 2009. Dad was a lifetime honorary member of the Legion and never missed walking in the Remembrance Day Parade with the honor guard. The legion was a big part of Mom and Dad’s life, and they spent many a day having a cold one with friends. We travelled on the train many times to visit our family in Ontario and PEI. We don’t know how they handled the three of us, but they did.

As a legacy to our parents all four boys and our families still live in PG. We are grateful to our parents and the lives we have today. Dad was very grateful to those who cared for him in the last few years of his life. Celebration of life will be held in the spring of 2022.

Frederick George Irwin

Clara Bruneski Clara left this world on Christmas Eve, one of her favorite days of the year, to be with her Lord and Savior. She was born May 28th, 1933, in Bessarabia, Romania to German parents, Otto and Else Riske. Clara immigrated to Canada in 1953, eventually making her home in Prince George, where she liked to refer to herself as “Clara from The Schnitzel,” as she took great pride in having worked there for over three decades. Clara had a passion for life, her faith in God, and of course her family and friends, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be remembered for her warmness and generosity, and the many home-cooked German dinners that brought her friends and family together.

She is predeceased by her parents and eldest son, Werner.

She is survived by her sons, Ken and Rick; her grandchildren, Ryan, Robyn, Terra, Breanna, and Shayna; her sister-in-law, Ushi, who she loved with all her heart; and her great grandchildren, Sydney, Fiona, Forest, and Jordyn.

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Lifetime Fort Fraser resident Fred Irwin passed away suddenly on December 13th, 2021 at the age of 68.

Fred worked for many years in the logging industry for I+I Sawmills with his brother Wayne. He later was a heavy duty mechanic at Endako Mines and Plateau Sawmills before retiring in 2020.

He will be missed by his wife Crystal, daughter Nicola (Ryan) son Danny, and grandson Luke. He will also be missed by his 5 surviving siblings and their families, as well as many friends and co-workers.

No service as per his wishes.

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Terry Donald Gladesdahl (tg) June 11, 1957 - December 29, 2021 GEORGE E C N I PR

FIR E & R ES C U E nephews, Arden (Jen), Chester (Melissa), Alex (Georgia), Haden, Grayson, Elle, Ava, Trond and Maeson. Gibsons (Sunshine Coast) became a big part of Terry’s life with the Bush Family and the memories, love and laughter for his time there will always be treasured.

Terry loved life, his family, friends, aviation, basketball, cycling, old trucks and his garage/ shop. Words can not describe our sorrow, nor our love for everything he meant to us.

His great sense of humour each and everyday brought happiness to our lives in so many ways. Terry’s love for vacuuming, labeling and organization always brought laughter to our day but we wouldn’t have had it any other way and of course, his famous pancake breakfasts were loved by all. We always knew when Terry came through the back door: “Woo hoo, woo hoo!”

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t is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the sad news that Terry Gladesdahl has passed away. Terry passed away December 29th, 2021 at the age of 64 years old, with his family at his side, holding his hands.

Survived by his wife Kirsten, daughter Eden and brothers, Barry (Pat) and Kurt (Rosana).

Predeceased by his mother, Carol and father, Leo, Mother-In-law, Claire and Father-in-law, Walter.

Terry adored his wife Kirsten, daughter Eden and the whole “Bush” family. Eve (Harris), Johanna (Larry) Heidi (Pavlo) Karl (Laura) Orlando (Suzanne). Nieces and

Terry followed the Gladesdahl family’s love for aviation and obtained his private pilots licence and travelled to many airshows with his father, Leo. Terry also followed Leo’s love for spending his day’s working in the garage/ shop, tinkering and building which brought him so much joy. Terry grew up in Prince George and always stayed in touch with his friends from school and having coffee with the gang was a big part of Terry’s day. A special thank you to Kieth Holmes for your caring and support over the last months.

Terry always loved you Kieth as a brother, you know that, the friendship bond between the two of you was like no other and will be cherished and never forgotten. Each and every time the two of you were together brought immense laughter that was both contagious and heartwarming. And yes, always the

running joke of the spelling of your name.

Terry’s (tg’s) 36 year, firefighter career with Prince George Fire Rescue brought so many lasting friendships and memories. Our family will always be forever grateful to all of you for your support and caring during his career and within the last months. The messages our family recently received from firefighters in regards to Terry being such a selfless mentor to so many of you at the firehall, were very touching. A very special thank you to his Prince George Firefighter (IAFF Local 1372) brothers: John Law, Fred Wilkinson, Peter Brbot, Mike Nelson, Mike Holliday, Al Leier, Jay Goulding, Kevin Scobie, Don Witalla, and Dave Dhaliwal. Thank you as well to all the firefighters who visited Terry in Hospice and sent well wishes. Seeing the main firehall flag at half mast in Terry’s honour was both heartwarming and so meaningful to the Gladesdahl family. (Thank you) A very special heartfelt thank you to Dr. St. Rose for the the exceptional care and compassion you provided to Terry. A heartfelt thank you as well to, Dr. Miller, Dr Paterson, Dr. Ho, Dr. Phillips and the entire Northern Health Palliative Care and Pain Management team and the entire staff at the Prince George Cancer Clinic and Prince George Rotary Hospice House, our family will be forever grateful to all of you.

A private family service will be held in Gibsons in the spring of 2022 and a friends and firefighter service at a later date. In lieu of flowers please support the Prince George Rotary Hospice House. Thank you.

(Forever loving you - Kir and E )

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Giede, Johannes July 2, 1962 - December 17, 2021 It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Dr. Johannes Giede.

Muriel Prudence Young (Lyons) passed away peacefully Dec. 24th at the age of 93 with family at her side. She was the beloved wife for 50 years to husband Guy A. Young. She was the first child of Murdock and Martha (Price) Lyons, born in Carroll’s Crossing , N.B., April 2, 1928. She resided half her life in New Brunswick and the rest in Prince George, B.C. Her generous heart was always and often shared from one coast to the other. In Prince George she was a successful Realtor, a member of the United Church of Canada, and Lions Ladies Club. She would answer a call to Mooks, mum, mom, Nana, grams or grandma (a common name for her at Parkside).

She enjoyed many happy days and beautiful sunsets at the lot she chose and loved at Cluculz Lake. She will be so missed by her loving sons, David (Simonne) and Doug (Dianne) and daughter Debby (Gale) Russell. Her grandchildren Theresa, Guy, Barbie, Sara, ,Mandy, Kent, Josh, Jaime, Terroll, Bree, Christine and Jennifer. She leaves 28 great gandchildren and 1 great-great grandson. Her sister Joyce Parker and brothers Haviland (Yvonne), Kenny (Minnie), and Dale (Wenda) and her sisters-in-law Marilyn Lyons and C. Mary Young all await for her return to N.B. In addition to her parents and husband Muriel was predeceased by her son Al (Allison) and his wife Linda and her granddaughter Andrea.

Other family who have gone before are her brothers Clements (Lila) Harley and Scotty, sisters Donna and Clara (Don) O’Donnell.

Our family wish to express our deep gratitude to her family at Parkside who took such excellent care of our mom for 9 years and made her feel so cherished.

A Celebration of Muriel’s life will be held for her family at Trinity United Church, January 9th, the same date and place that the service for her husband Guy was held 25 years before. A graveside service at the Taymouth cemetary in New Brunswick will be held when health regulations allow.

PEACE NOW BE ON YOUR JOURNEY, MUM.

His life began in Prince George, and he was proud to be raised in this northern community. After graduating from PGSS, Johannes pursued further education and completed a medical degree at UBC in 1988, followed by a family practice residency. After five years of family practice in Prince George, Johannes began specialization in psychiatry, and until his untimely death, brilliantly served hundreds of people in Northern BC. Johannes was also a man of deep faith. For over 30 years, he was a member of Westwood Church, often taking up the role of teacher as well as elder.

As a friend and family man, Johannes was intensely loyal, leading all with integrity, wisdom, generosity and humour.

His ethics led him to believe that challenges were just opportunities by another name.

Left to grieve the significant loss of a great man are his beloved wife and soulmate, Naomi; sons Nathan (Michelle) and Andrew (Jamie); and his two precious grandchildren, Jax and Molly. His mother, Elisabeth, brother Christopher (Carol), and sister, Marlis (Stephen), are also devastated, as well as extended family members, friends, team members, and a countless number of patients and their families.

"Well done, good and faithful servant; enter into the joy of your Lord."

To honour the life of Johannes there will be a livestreamed service on January 15th, 2 pm through westwoodchurch.bc.ca. Unfortunately, attendance is limited to family members.

We are grateful that the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation is accepting donations to develop a project bearing Johannes’ name.

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OTHERS WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE Others who have gone before Hold up my trembling hand.

They comfort me in the blind despair I cannot understand.

They suffer with me when I hurt, Weep with me in my pain, Remind me that we are not lost ...

Though I must now remain.

Those who’ve gone before me, Hear me when I cry.

Sing softly with me soothing chords Of unsung lullabies.

Mourn anniversaries never marked, A future I cannot keep.

They gently kiss the pain away, And love my heart to sleep.

The ones who’ve gone before me Hold me in my dreams.

They gently stroke my furrowed brow, And calm my silent screams.

They love me in my heartache, Wait quietly nearby., Hold patiently, one to another Till I join them by and by.

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In Memoriam

In Loving Memory Of

MACDONALD, Neil F.

July 11, 1918 January 4, 1996

July 10, 1956 January 5, 2018

PUNCH, Eileen Marie (née Nachtegaele) Eileen passed away peacefully at Ridgeview Lodge in Kamloops, BC on Sunday, December 26, 2021, at the age of 86 years. She is survived by her beloved children, Kenneth (Cynde) Punch, Joan (Glenn) Skuggedal, Susan Peachey, David Punch, and Marian Punch (Joshua McInnis); former son-in-law, Jon (Donna) Peachey; eldest sister, Lillian Nykaforuk; sister-in-law, Muriel Nachtegaele; grandchildren, James (Cori-Lynn) Skuggedal, Jeffrey (Noelle) Skuggedal, Aaron Skuggedal, Samantha Punch (Michael Ruperto), Connor Punch, Kayla Peachey, and Jodie Peachey; great-grandchildren, Anna, Sofia, Amelia, Sawyer, Indie, Millie, and Leo. Eileen is predeceased by her husband, James Punch; parents, Oscar and Celina Nachtegaele; brothers, Nestor and George Nachtegaele, and sister, Julia Rozander (Don), as well as brothers-in-law, Mike (Chris) Punch, Danny (Helen) Punch, and Tom Nykaforuk. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her children & grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, cousins, in-laws, and dear friends.

Eileen grew up on a farm outside of North Battleford, Saskatchewan. The shy, middle child of Belgian immigrants, she loved to play piano and sing harmony with her two sisters.

Despite her shyness as a teenager and young adult, Eileen longed to escape small town, rural life. Upon graduating from high school, she went off to study nursing at Misericordia General Hospital in Winnipeg, where she met a fellow nurse and kindred spirit, Stella. After graduation, the two young women moved west to Alcan’s new boom town in Kitimat, BC, where they eventually met their future husbands – but not before the two friends backpacked through Europe together for six months. In 1958, Eileen married Jim and they spent the next twelve years in Kitimat raising children and making many friends. In 1970, they made a fresh start and moved to Prince George where Jim got a job with PG Pulp & Paper. They spent the next 40 years raising

their family and making many more friends.

They were faithful members of St. Mary’s Parish and Eileen enjoyed her time singing with the choir. She also spent many years volunteering for various organizations and, in the early 1970’s, reinvigorated her nursing career for several years working as a geriatric nurse at a care home. She was a skilled knitter and made many beautiful afghans which were lovingly given to family and friends.

In later years it made her happy to give everyone she met some knitted dish cloths.

Eileen’s greatest joy though, was spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She was a kind, loving, devoted mother who spent countless hours making meals, baking cookies, sewing costumes, knitting mittens, reading stories and kissing foreheads. She was famous for her Sunday family dinners of roast beef, Yorkshire pudding and apple pie. She leaves her kids with the fondest of childhood memories and they will always

be immensely grateful for her unconditional love.

Eileen and Jim were married for 56 years until Jim passed away at the age of 91. They spent their last few years together in Merritt, BC. After Jim passed away in 2014, Eileen moved to Kamloops to be closer to her daughter, Susan. In 2019 she was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia and eventually moved into full-time care at Ridgeview Lodge. A heartfelt thank you to all of the staff who cared for her and comforted her during the times when her family couldn’t be near.

Eileen will be cremated, and her ashes will be interred at a later date. Family and friends will be notified of a memorial service whenever it is safe to gather together. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, or donations can be made specifically for research towards Lewy Body Dementia with the following organization: https://www.lbda.org/donate/ Condolences may be expressed at SchoeningFuneralService.com

TOM FREEMAN So much Love and Remembrance Love All the Family

In memory of a dear husband and wonderful father.

Time passes Memory stays Loved and Remembered Everyday.

We miss you so much.

Donna and Lindsay

She Walks in Beauty LORD BYRON

She walks in beauty, like the night Of cloudless climes and starry skies; And all that’s best of dark and bright Meet in her aspect and her eyes; Thus mellowed to that tender light Which heaven to gaudy day denies.

Because I Love You So Time will not dim the face I love, The voice I heard each day, The many things you did for me, In your own special way.

All my life I’ll miss you, As the years come and go, But in my heart I’ll keep you, Because I love you so.

-Anonymous

One shade the more, one ray the less, Had half impaired the nameless grace Which waves in every raven tress, Or softly lightens o’er her face; Where thoughts serenely sweet express, How pure, how dear their dwelling-place.

And on that cheek, and o’er that brow, So soft, so calm, yet eloquent, The smiles that win, the tints that glow, But tell of days in goodness spent, A mind at peace with all below, A heart whose love is innocent!

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Motorcycles SUZUKI Bandit 1200, shape, recent tune-up brakes. (250)613-5981

2006 HARLEY DAVIDSON Wide Glide. Low mileage. 250-6170443

22-foot aluminum river boat With 115hp Jet and boat trailer included ‘Good used’ project boat - ready for a fall hunting expedition

2005 HARLEY DAVIDSON FAT BOY Anniversary Edition. 22,000 km $14,500 613-8567

Asking $4900 obo Must sell!

2002 BMW 1150 RT motorcycle, excellent cond. $5500. (250)5643152 (250)640-8267

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Sports & Imports $3000 now $2500

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2012 RAM 1500 4X4 short box, loaded, maroon. Extended 7 yr 160k warranty. 21,000 kms, too much to list. Equity. $39,000 owing. Take over payments. 250301.0221, 250-967-4268

1999 MAZDA PROTEGE

Lots of recent work, have receipts. 1.8 L 5 Spd standard. Momo rims w/ summers & studded winters, power locks & windows w/ tint. Looks good, runs good.

228,000 kms.

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1977 FORD 1 ton, $2500. 250-306-2292

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Whereas the following are indebted to Ace Auto Wrecking Ltd., dba NC Ron’s Towing, for towing and storage of personal property, and ought to have been paid, and are still unpaid, notice is hereby given that the said properties will be sold to pay the outstanding debt, plus costs of seizure, advertising and sale, one week from the date of this notice on the 13th day of January, 2022, at 1360 Foley Cres, Prince George, BC.

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Top considerations when choosing a space heater Are you in the market for a space heater? If so, here are a few things to consider before choosing which one to buy.

The type There are two types of space heater that you can use to warm up your home or workspace. They are: • Radiant heaters. These space heaters use radiant heat emitted from panels to warm up a room rather than fans.

They’re extremely quiet but take longer to change the temperature in a large space.

• Convection heaters. These space heaters use a heating element and a fan to disperse warm air through the room.

They can heat an area quickly, but allergy sufferers may not appreciate the dust and other allergens that circulate through the air.

The heating capacity Make sure to choose a model that’s rated for the area you’re planning to use it in.

A too-small heater won’t sufficiently heat the space, while one that’s too big and powerful will waste energy.

A brief guide to home additions Building an addition is a great way to expand your living space without moving. Here’s what you should know about this type of renovation project.

TYPES One way to add space to your home is to build another storey. However, if you have the square-footage, house extensions can also be lateral. Alternatively, an extension can be added to the rear of your home.

What’s more, house additions can be built on piers or a foundation. If you want to build a sunroom, carport or storage room, you’re better off building the extension on piers. However, if it’s a space that will be frequently used, you may want to put in a foundation.

STEPS Adding an extension can be broken down into three basic steps: plan, build and inspect. At each stage, you’ll need to rely on the expertise of the right professional to ensure your addition is functional, safe and to-code. You’ll

The best place for your space heater An auxiliary heating appliance can help you heat your outbuildings and parts of your home during a cold spell. But where should you put it? Follow these tips to choose the best spot for your space heater.

• Establish a three-foot safety zone. Keep the space heater away from flammable materials like curtains, bedsheets and furniture. Make sure that kids and pets can’t get near enough to touch it.

• Keep it away from the wall. This is both safer and more efficient. Maintaining a small distance between the space heater and the wall allows heat to circulate freely and therefore warms up the room more efficiently.

• Avoid damp locations. Moisture can damage most electric heating appliances.

Unless it’s rated for use in bathrooms

or kitchens, keep your space heater away from damp locations.

• Put it on the ground.

Heat rises, so placing your space heater on a table or shelf won’t make your room much warmer. Keep it on the floor instead.

Space heaters aren’t meant to heat your whole home, so keep them where you need them the most. And be sure to get one rated for the size of the area. One that’s too small won’t heat efficiently, and one that’s too large will waste electricity.

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Our Property Management Department offers a wide range of rental properties available to rent, as well as we can provide management services for your investment and strata properties. Please contact Keisha Rochon at 250-617-4864.

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Home theatre essentials Refashion your cabinets for an a big-screen experience at home 3. SEATING AFFORDABLE KITCHEN FACELIFT Enjoy with your very own home theatre. This Opt for luxurious single seating in plush Dreaming of new kitchen cabinets but don’t have the necessary funds? No worries! Reface your existing cabinets for a budget-friendly style upgrade.

The idea is simple: modify the doors and other surface features of your current cabinets. Add some crown moulding, replace handles and knobs and switch up the lighting to complete the transformation. Your visitors — or potential buyers — will be delighted!

Thanks to refacing, you can easily create the illusion of brand-new cabinets.

renovation project is easier to pull off than you might think. Here are five things you’ll need.

leather or soft fabric. Black recliners are a classic choice, but upholstered chaise lounges may offer greater comfort.

1. TV OR PROJECTOR Before you choose your viewing system, compare the pros and cons of a big screen TV with those of an overhead projector. Opt for the biggest screen you can afford with the highest resolution.

4. SNACK STATION Save space for the movie snacks you love most. Your snack station can include a popcorn maker, a mini-fridge, a bar, jars of candy, a soda-making station or a water cooler.

2. SOUND SYSTEM The best home theatre systems don’t skimp when it comes to sound. Consider adding built-in speakers to the walls or ceiling. Also, make sure your system includes a subwoofer, as rich bass notes will make the cinematic experience more exciting.

5. LIGHTING Blackout curtains are a must, and overhead lighting on a dimmer will allow you to quickly get the show started.

Consider adding LED light strips to create a theatre-like atmosphere. They can be placed behind movie posters, underneath seats or along pathways to the restroom, snack station and exit.

Once you’ve picked out the essentials, you can choose one or more addons. Consider including an electric fireplace, a video game console or simply some soft blankets to curl up under.

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604 1501 QUEENSWAY Street $99,900

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Take the elevator or stairs up to your corner unit where you can enjoy the luxury of the natural gas fireplace and large Deck. Call Matt/Carling!

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1206 1501 QUEENSWAY Street $109,900

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253 WILSON Crescent $399,900 This very cool Lindell Cedar home is on an enormous private lot in candy cane lane, flaunts a west coast contemporary. Call Mike!

7034 TONY ROAD, 799,900

Take advantage of 2021 pricing that includes the suite and pre-purchase now before construction has completed. Choices of finishings still available. Completion tentatively March-April. Built by Pacific Elite Homes Ltd.

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Looking for a family home? This very clean home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Call Carling!

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6240 SIMON FRASER Avenue $437,500

The awesome bright 2 bed basement suite has all new kitchen, floors, paint and bathroom. Call Mike!

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This stylish contemporary New 2 storey with bsmnt home has smart sharp street appeal, a fantastic layout with 4 top floor bdrms, is in a perfect location. Call Mike!

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Great starter home or downsizer! Very clean and well maintained. Pride in ownership is evident. Here is all the luxuray that you want. Call Matt!

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This half a duplex features 2 bedrooms & 1 1/2 bathrooms. It has an OSBE w/ great potential to increase revenue. Call Carling!

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McLeod school with land, 8.5 acres approx 7 acres with mature timber. Lot of potential, sold as is where is. Call John!

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This spotlessly clean updated home in an absolutely perfect Lower College location will simply impress! Call Mike!

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2926 RIVERVIEW Drive $439,900

This stunning sprawling rancher boasts over 2200 SF on 1 floor, has an enormous fully garage shop. Call Mike!

1702 Spruce St $1,400,000

This fantastic 8 unit townhouse complex is fully renovated top to bottom and is in a great central Prince George location. Call Mike!

2213 TAMARACK Street $119,900

Tenant of 21 years occupies the top unit & is looking to stay. Needs work but loads of potential as similar units rent $1200 up & $800 down when updated.Call Mike

1001 1501 QUEENSWAY Street $189,900

A great affordable opportunity to break into the market as an investor or home owner. The 10th floor Corner unit has a deck. Call Matt!

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Stunning unit in the Courtyard is top to bottom high-end renovated & has an amazing private garden patio off brilliant bright solarium. Call Mike

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2527 Norwood $389,900

3791 ALDERWOOD Court $284,900

Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac in the hart. This home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bthms. The bathss have are updated. Call Jeff/Carling!

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2275 OLDS Street $349,900

The main floor has three bedrooms up, new low-e vinyl windows, and lots of fresh paint throughout. Downstairs has decent suite potential with entrance off side of home. Call Mike!

SION OLCDT 2600 2nd Ave $399,900

This is a new mobile home with well thought out multi-section plan with an 8-foot porch on 6.15 acres walking distance to Bouchie Lake boat launch.

This spotlessly clean updated Nechako View home with fully finished shop impressed me and will impress you too. Call Mike!

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This beautiful new modular with enormous addition and shop will truly impress any picky buyer. Call Mike!

3833 GRACE Crescent $549,900 This spotless home has been meticulously maintained and is in a fantastic Pinewood location backing on to Ginter’s Meadow Park. Call Mike!

6906 Adam Dr $439,900

1808 E BITTNER Road $1,450,000

This 20.5 Acre city development property is the other undeveloped side of the Kovachich subdivision. Call Mike!

8104 W 16 Highway $2,999,900

Located between the Western Acres & Gauthier Subdivisions, this just over 66.5 acre development site. Call Mike!