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RIDING, FAST AND SLOW Left, Krystal Cameron rides Booker around the

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Joseph Simpson, a 51-year-old Quesnel man, has been charged in the disappearance and subsequent homicide of Carmelita Abraham, 33, who was reported missing on Jan. 4.

Police confirmed Abraham left Williams Lake for Quesnel on December 27 or 28, 2021.

On Jan. 10, investigators from the BC RCMP-North District Major Crime Unit took on the investigation with assistance from the Quesnel and Williams Lake RCMP, Cariboo Crime Reduction Unit, the North District General Investigation Section and Forensic Identification Sections. Simpson was arrested Jan. 13.

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In Mackenzie, Rachael Weber drew 76 votes to defeat David Szucko (38).

Weber agrees with Mahoney.

“We need to fill that role right away,” she said. “We need a leader in that position and we need that position filled properly.

The need for a byelection came when board chair Trent Derrick and vice-chair Shuirose Valimohamed, the Mackenzie trustee, announced their resignations from the school board after a ministerial special advisor’s report found systemic anti-Indigenous racism within the district.

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Now that he’s been elected to the School District 57 board of trustees, Milton Mahoney promised there will be changes coming to the school board and how it responds to the needs of the community.

One of his first orders of business will be to investigate why there’s been a revolving door of superintendents that have come and gone to fill SD 57’s top administrative position.

“I really want to find out why there’s been six superintendents in

six years and three assistant superintendent - is it something to do with the leadership of the board, of the ministry, where is the problem?” said Mahoney.

The 73-year-old former locomotive engineer won a five-candidate byelection to fill a vacant trustee position for the Prince George electoral area by just 12 votes over second-place Brian Trotter.

In the preliminary results, Mahoney received 293 votes, followed by Trotter (281), Audrey McKinnon (267), Shannon Freeman (221) and Andrew Burton (75).

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‘There are people that can help you get clean’

What successful recovery looks like for one Prince George woman CHRISTINE DALGLEISH

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Maybelline John can look back on five years of homelessness with fresh eyes and knows if not for some crucial services offered in Prince George she just might not be around today to tell her story of recovery.

She was on the streets of Prince George for five long years, spent 27 months on IV drugs and when her sister died of a fentanyl overdose at 41 years old in 2015, and then lost her mom and brother in the same year because of their lifestyle choices, she knew it was time to make a drastic change or end up just like them.

Northern Health workers found her when John was six months pregnant and homeless.

“My workers came right downtown to where I was and they said they were willing to work with me and wanted to help me because of my addiction and I was homeless on the street and I was pregnant,” John explained.

Those workers were from the Intense Case Management Team (ICMT) at Northern Health who got her on the right path, John said. ICMT is a coordinated team of substance use specialists, life skills workers and nurses who help

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people who struggle with mental health and addictions issues. The ICM team also advocates for clients with community services that can provide quality care for their clients.

One of John’s workers found her on the street after their initial meeting and took her to detox where John stayed for 11 days, John recalled of the first step she took toward recovery.

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Because she was still using, John was placed on the methadone program and while she was at detox she was approached by a representative at Harmony House.

“She said she was opening Harmony House, a transition house for mothers and she was wondering if I wanted to be one of her initial clients and I said yes, I’d be willing to go there,” John said.

Harmony House is a subsidiary of Phoenix Transition Society, which provides safe harbour to pregnant women and new mothers who struggle with mental health and addictions issues.

John stayed at Phoenix for a few months and then moved into Harmony House.

“I believe I was the sixth one to live in the house and they kept me for a full year,” John recalled.

“There are many supports available and we’d have team meetings, they called them, with the ministry and my social worker there and staff from the Native Health Society and from the Northern Health team.”

It was really intense when she first went into Harmony House.

“It was really busy at first and it was good because it was all about working on yourself,” John said.

“It was 13 months of that and then they followed up with more support.”

Feb. 17, 2017 is her clean date. John said there have been no relapses and no more violence in her life since that date.

John can be found at many public rallies and events advocating for those living on the streets, lending her voice to the cause, providing comfort and support and mentorship to those in need, knowing that sometimes that’s all it takes to make a difference in someone’s life.

“I work with Harmony House now and go there every week to provide support for those in the Mothers In Recovery group,” John said.

Another way John gives back is peer mentorship for women who are addicted and homeless as well as mother’s in addiction. Every other week she can be found guiding an art workshop for those women on the streets of downtown Prince George for the Native Health Clinic.

“I want people to know that it is possible to get clean in Prince George,” John said. “There are people that can help you get clean, help you get your kids back, keep your life and stay sober and out of jail and off the street. You can transition into a life with help. I couldn’t do it on my own and I got a lot of help and there’s a lot help out there.”

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Report challenged

‘They’re using School District 57 as a scapegoat’ Continued from page 1

But Mahoney is convinced there’s a hidden agenda behind the release of that report last summer.

“The Minister of Education sent two adversaries up to look at the superintendent problem and I’m sure that they found out what the problem was and were told to divert it to systemic racism, because that report is 10 years old,” he said. “It just seems like they are using School District 57 as a scapegoat but also as a trial. If they can get away with it here, it’s going to go right through B.C.” Weber says students leaving public schools have to be confident they can go on to colleges and universities able to tackle higher levels of learning and she says too many students are not prepared for that jump due to the province’s rubber-stamp policy of advancing younger students to the next grade each year.

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Lheidli T’enneh First Nation and McLeod Lake Indian Band have formed an Indigenous Education Leadership Table to work towards Indigenous education reforms at School District No. 57.

“This new table is hopefully going to raise awareness of Indigenous values, protocols and Indigenous ways of knowing. It is an opportunity for us to define a new relationship with the school district and uphold Indigenous laws,” said McLeod Lake deputy chief Jayde Chingee.

She explained that the IELT will represent the two communities at the same level as the SD57 board of education and work collaboratively with senior administration to implement the recommendations of the special advisors.

The special advisors made over 40 recommendations to improve the

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“I’m not OK with the fact that students are being passed through with a no-fail policy up until Grade 10,” said Weber, who has worked as an educator for the McLeod Lake Indian Band for three-anda-half years. “The students, if they’re struggling, need to be held back. Not assessing students at a younger age and only getting them assessed when they’re in their high school years is detrimental to kids.”

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educational experiences for indigenous students in SD57 and to repair the relationship with the two Nations and other Indigenous organizations.

“Our nations have always played a roll in the school district but it was an advisory capacity, whereas this will be more of a leadership and hands on support for our students to look at how we can actually offer feedback and put that into motion,” explained Lheidli T’enneh councillor Joshua Seymour.

Both nations are also still pushing for two additional dedicated seats at the school board table for an Indigenous trustee from each nation.

The report recommended the province develop a policy framework that requires all school boards to create mechanisms that give First Peoples voice and authentic engagement in decision making processes for Indigenous learners, i.e.

Indigenous trustees.

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Student lands funds for business project CHRISTINE DALGLEISH

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A fourth year UNBC finance and marketing student has received $10,000 from Telus Storyhive for a podcast about entrepreneurship in Prince George.

Brandon Greenall is one of 91 creators from BC and Alberta who got the funding and support from the program called Storyhive Voices, a new program for emerging content creators who want to grow their skills, impact and audience through training and a community of support.

Commerce, Coffee and Community is an already existing podcast that will be further developed by Greenall as Storyhive offers a series of workshops to learn new skills like sound design, editing and videography. The podcasts will then be showcased on Telus Optik television and then later broadcast on another platform that is yet to be determined.

The idea is to interview established Prince George entrepreneurs who will offer advice while telling the story of how they grew their businesses, Greenall said.

Greenall is looking to feature at least six business owners for his Storyhive project that will also have an educational component to it.

Greenall is a small business owner himself. In 2019 he started Campus Cleaners, a business to business janitorial company. The timing was a challenge

as it was just ahead of the pandemic so Greenall knows what it takes to change direction and adapt in a crisis situation and shares his knowledge with his current podcast audience, he explained.

For the next phase of the podcast, Greenall hopes to take it up a notch.

“I’d like to feature Prince George’s top entrepreneurs and their stories, especially through Covid, how their business has been impacted, how they’ve overcome that, how they’ve switched gears in their business,” Greenall explained.

The idea of the podcast started with the struggles he encountered as a new business owner and he wants to support those experiencing the same kind of challenges he did.

“My number one goal is to provide an educational aspect for students,” Greenall said. “I want the podcast to help students see a different perspective, learn about different careers and to learn different skills in a way you can still teach through COVID - everyone is kind of in love with podcasts right now so this is way to show you can learn using this medium.”

He would like to extend an invitation to those business owners who would be interested in sharing their story and insight into how to run a successful business to contact him about appearing on the Commerce, Coffee and Community podcast. To contact Greenall email him at greenall@unbc.ca.

Snow volunteers needed The Prince George Council of Seniors could use a few volunteers to help clear snow from seniors’ driveways.

Coinciding the recent bouts of heavy snowfall, the organization received a flurry of phone calls from pensioners and the disabled in need of help.

But the best the PGCOS could do was to offer them phone numbers for contractors who provide the service in town.

That’s in contrast to last winter when the PGCOS could call on any of four or five volunteers equipped with

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snowblowers and shovels. The service was offered free of charge but tips were welcomed.

PGCOS vice president Virginia Parsons said the organization is lacking volunteers across the board this year and attributed the dearth to the pandemic.

“They can’t go out like they used to because they’re so vulnerable to this,” Parsons said.

Those interested in volunteering can call the Council of Seniors office at 250-564-5888.

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Cats goalie earns attention TED CLARKE Citizen staff

Last week, Prince George Cougars goalie Tyler Brennan distinguished himself from the rest of his age-group peers in North America when he topped NHL Central Scouting’s mid-season list of draft-eligible prospects available for the draft in June.

Given the chance to prove those scouts made the right choice in their rankings, Brennan ran with it. He was superb in back-to-back road victories in Langley over the Vancouver Giants, which pulled the Cougars even with Vancouver in the B.C. Division standings and earned Brennan the WHL award as goaltender of the week.

That started with a 37-save performance Friday in a 3-2 overtime victory which ended the Cougars’ five-game losing streak.

Then in the rematch on Saturday, the six-foot-three, 190-pound Winnipeg native stood tall while backing the Cats to a 4-2 triumph.

In the two games combined, he compiled a 1.97 goalsagainst average and .941 save percentage, stopping 64 of 68 shots in the two games combined.

So far this season (prior to the games Tuesday and Wednesday against the Victoria Royals) in 19 games, Brennan, who hails from Winnipeg, sports a 7-11-0-1 record 3.36 GAA and .901 save rate with two shutouts.

Brennan was listed as a B-ranked prospect in NHL Central Scouting’s November rankings.

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Where were you, voters?

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ongratulations to Milton Mahoney of Prince George and Rachael Weber of Mackenzie for winning seats on the School District 57 board of trustees in Saturday’s byelection.

Forgive them if their victory seems a little bittersweet.

It took Weber just 76 votes to win her seat, doubling the 36 votes her opponent David Szucko received. It wasn’t any better in Prince George, where Mahoney needed just 293 votes to defeat four other candidates. Yes, it was a byelection for seats that will only be held for nine months until October’s general civic elections but a sad turnout nonetheless.

Hopefully, more voters will show up this fall.

- Editor-in-chief Neil Godbout

LETTER TO THE EDITOR LIGHTS ON WHEN SNOWING I was born and raised in the North so heavy snowfalls and cold weather don’t faze me and I actually expect it. I even expect the occasional bad or new driver to cause traffic chaos and that is also nothing new but what I don’t expect are the drivers who do not use their headlights in heavy snowfall or whiteout conditions. Often these drivers are running with their daylights only and are an added hazard on the road that is not needed.

The last snowfall we received is a case in point. The snow was light and fluffy and falling heavily creating a complete whiteout on the roads and area highways even at low speeds. I counted 26 cars and pickups without taillights on meaning they were using their daylights only. In essence there were 26 drivers on the road creating 26 separate driving hazards in complete whiteout conditions and having no taillights on to let drivers following know what is ahead of them that there is a vehicle there.

Those 26 drivers can use any excuse they want but at the end of the day if they get hit in whiteout conditions they are at fault. In the end you are behind the wheel and you are responsible to make sure all lights are on and functioning whether it is your vehicle or not. Do the rest of us drivers a favor and learn how to turn your headlights on which in turn turns your taillights on which in turn stops you from becoming a hazard on the road.

Dean Soiland, Prince George

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Being wrong being optimistic

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ne problem with being an opinionated optimist is that I am often wrong. My friends who are into the power of positive thinking will say I just need to keep it up: “Positive thinking will eventually bring about the optimistic result I want.”

Then explain 2021.

First, I was wrong about herd immunity: I thought we would reach herd immunity at around 70 per cent vaccination. We are around 83 per cent or higher. Many additional people have contracted COVID, so our immunity should be near 100 per cent by now, but nope, this thing keeps mutating and changing.

Second, I insisted no government would mandate vaccination of anyone, because unions were organized enough to not allow it to happen.

Wrong again.

Now we have fired frontline workers for not getting vaccinated and our PM is openly talking about

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mandatory vaccination for everyone and asking if we should tolerate “these” people, and seeming to forget “a Canadian is a Canadian is a Canadian,” words he infamously used to justify the return of Canadians who fight against our Canadian military overseas.

Third, (this one not about COVID), I thought City Council would finally get a zero per cent tax increase proposal from city administration. I have heard Coun. Kyle Sampson ask for it twice, but somehow it never ends up in the subsequent budget proposals.

Fourth and last one for my column this week: I thought our various levels of government would realize

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their role is not to rule us. I thought that governments would realize that faced with a huge challenge like COVID, their role is not to rule, but to make a way, to make it possible for people to help themselves and their neighbour.

Instead, we got “We will take care of you” to which now has been added “Only if you trust us 100 per cent” and “How dare you question our constantly changing mandates, you racist, science-denying, misogynist?” and “We will reduce plowing your roads if you dare question the city budget.”

My pessimistic friends say I would be right more often if I was more pessimistic. This seems out of my reach, apparently because I always end up leaning toward optimism.

My hope for 2022 is that the above things I was wrong about in 2021 will come true in 2022, somehow.

Trudy Klassen is a Prince George writer.

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Cancelling Oliver’s Army

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n our age of cancel culture, it seems odd to see an artist cancelling himself.

New Wave icon Elvis Costello recently asked radio stations not to play the most popular original hit of his storied career, Oliver’s Army.

He added as well that he will no longer be performing the song publicly. The song contains the n-word, a phrase that was regularly used in 1978 when the song was written but is no longer tolerated.

To the casual listener, Oliver’s Army sounds like a happy, upbeat pop song. It is in fact a cutting social commentary. Costello is of Irish heritage, a group targeted and suppressed by the English for centuries.

As a member of the British army, his grandfather was referred to as a “white n-word,” thus the context of the phrase in the song.

The army in Oliver’s Army is

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indeed that same British army, and Oliver is the detested Oliver Cromwell who not only developed the idea of a paid, standing army, he also used this army to subjugate the people of Ireland.

Today, we continue to have large standing armies and obscene military budgets. Is supporting Oliver Cromwell’s concept of military might a good investment of our tax dollars?

Military domination is based on the concept of forced compliance, but if massive numbers of people choose not to comply with the wishes of a dominant power an army is powerless.

In addition, military violence

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Re: Gerry Chidiac’s “Bishop Tutu’s legacy of peace.”

On Boxing Day 2021, Desmond Tutu died at the age of 90. The South African archbishop, known for his anti-apartheid activism, was eulogized around the world and in the Prince George Citizen by Gerry Chidiac as a campaigner and advocate for human rights.

And while his campaign against discrimination in South Africa was laudable, much of the media glossed over a dark aspect of Tutu’s legacy: his anti-Israel agenda.

Tutu, an outspoken proponent of the BDS campaign against Israel, referred to Israel’s defense against Hamas missiles from Gaza as “a gross violation of human rights.”

Tutu said that anyone who continues “to do business with Israel” was promoting a “profoundly unjust” situation in the Middle East.

Tragically, Tutu’s statements often veered into classical antisemitism. In some of his public remarks and writings, Tutu referred to the prominent “Jewish lobby” in the United States, rather than the accurate “pro-Israel lobby.”

According to law professor Alan Dershowitz, Tutu invoked classic anti-Semitic stereotypes and tropes about Jewish “arrogance,” “power” and “money.” He has characterized Jews a “peculiar people,” and has accused “the Jews” of causing many of the world’s problems.’”

Unfortunately, that’s not the end of Tutu’s inflammatory remarks.

Zionism is “a policy that to me looks like it was very many parallels with racism,” the archbishop once stated in an interview.

Archbishop Tutu’s statements not only delegitimized Israel; his words were effectively a statement that the Jewish People had no historical right to their ancestral homeland.

In 2014, when Tutu told an anti-Israel rally that “We are opposed to the injustice of the illegal occupation of Palestine,” he was erasing three thousand years of Jewish history and depicting Jews as illegal interlopers in their own land.

After Tutu’s death, Gerry Chidiac justifiably lauded his work in South Africa, but whitewashed his longstanding anti-Israel fixation, creating a hero out of a man who held extremely flawed and dangerous views.

Mike Fegelman Executive Director Honest Reporting Canada

FIX DOWNTOWN I am wondering why we spent so much for a fancy pool downtown.

We need a bigger or newer or a second hospital. We are all aging, so l think attention needs to be focused on better health facilities in PG. As for the new pool, I feel that it should have been incorporated with a shopping mall with grocery store and pharmacy, a casual restaurant, walk-in clinic, etc. We need to focus on sending our tax dollars on more realistic projects. Many of the citizens in PG will not venture downtown due to the lack of any appealing scenery, lack of shopping facilities and a vagrancy issue on the streets.

Since the pool is right downtown, l doubt many would let their child use it without supervision.

breeds resentment and resistance.

The United States lost wars in Vietnam and Afghanistan and will never gain control in Iraq because their violent ways understandably fail to win the trust of the people. The USA now finds itself at the end of a long list of failed empires.

If investment in “Oliver’s army” is futile, what does effective foreign policy look like? It’s made up of scenarios where all sides benefit, with a particular focus on healthcare and education.

Of course, there will always be a need to establish law and order, but we don’t need large armies to hold a few criminals accountable.

Elvis Costello may have chosen to cancel his own song, but perhaps it is time for the rest of us to cancel the entire idea of Oliver’s army.

Gerry Chidiac is a Prince George teacher.

E-mail: letters@pgcitizen.ca Downtown has deteriorated to such a degree that people avoid the area altogether.

I was born and raised here and at one time downtown had plenty of shops and businesses. We had the Bay, Zellers, Northern Hardware etc.

The Northern was everyone’s go-to store if one could not find something. We could always count on the Northern to have the products.

Sadly, they closed and that was the nail in the coffin for downtown.

I feel the efforts through the years of all these downtown revitalization projects were just a means of using our tax dollars for other agendas because the monies were obviously not spent on revitalizing downtown.

We have a bad situation that needs attention.

Surely there are brilliant young people with wonderful ideas about what can be done to encourage business downtown and bring life back into our town. It was awful that we lost the Pastry Chef bakery. l always supported them every week.

Best bread and pastry ever and they really made all their products from scratch.

We are regressing not progressing where our downtown is concerned it has become a ghetto.

Best of luck to the few businesses that are struggling to make a living in that area. Our city council needs to step up and fix the mess. We owe it to these hard-working people that struggle each day to maintain their businesses. Come on, PG, we can do better for these people. We need a census of ideas to deal with this issue.

Marie Caron Prince George

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COMMUNITY POLLS Should city council give final approval to a Hart seniors housing project?

Should the government fine adults who refused to be vaccinated?

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RESULTS from last week’s polls: Are you pleased Northern Health is increasing the number of booster shot opportunities? ●

Yes, the more people that are fully vaccinated, the better.

379 votes, 64 per cent

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Yes, but it should have happened over Christmas.

144 votes, 25 per cent

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No, because they need to be in more locations, not one main spot.

28 votes, 5 per cent

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No, because it adds confusion for people already booked elsewhere.

33 votes, 6 per cent

How happy are you with the city’s snow removal efforts so far this winter? ●

Very happy - they’re doing their best work ever.

156 votes, 22 per cent

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Quite happy - a definite improvement.

160 votes, 22 per cent

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Same as in past years.

208 votes, 29 per cent

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Quite unhappy - a step backwards.

98 votes, 14 per cent

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Very unhappy - as bad as ever.

96 votes, 13 per cent LETTERS WELCOME: Submissions should be sent to: letters@pgcitizen.ca. No handwritten letters, please. We will edit letters to ensure clarity, good taste, for legal reasons, and occasionally for length. Anonymous letters will not be published.

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ell, Premier Francois Legaultfinally got fed up and took the plunge.

On Jan. 11, the Quebec premier said the province would be introducing a tax on the unvaccinated who are receiving medical care. The money would be “substantial” – more than $100 we were told.

With the announcement, the Twitterverse exploded with everything from praise for the proposal to eternal damnation for the premier and his party. I must admit, I first thought “about damn time.”

But it only lasted a moment or two.

It does sound like a good idea at first blush. After all, the unvaccinated are consuming ICU beds in hospitals which would normally see patients dying from cancer or suffering from a heart attack, not someone who chose to avoid taking a simple, safe preventative measure against a deadly respiratory illness. If the unvaccinated want to turn their back on modern medicinal practices, then why, when they get sick, do they turn to modern medicine to save them?

But that isn’t really the issue. It is neither a fair nor compassionate point of view.

There are many reasons some may not want to be vaccinated. And some are even reasonable even though the evidence in favour of vaccination is

AS I SEE IT TODD WHITCOMBE overwhelming. For example, vaccination during pregnancy reduces the risk of dying by 15 times and the likelihood of premature birth by 22 times.

No. A tax is not the solution. Indeed, it is the first step down a very slippery slope.

What would come next? Extra taxes on patients who present to hospitals with lung cancer if they smoke? Or taxes on the overweight with heart disease?

No. We have committed our country to universal medical care which is both cheaper and more effective than the for-profit systems operating south of the border. Charging ill patients for past behaviour is not part of our healthcare picture.

So it should not be part of the picture with COVID. The unvaccinated deserve care free from any additional fees. Getting COVID will already cost them enough even if it doesn’t cost them their life.

Instead, we need to think about how we educate about science and critical thinking. Better understanding will arm our children against future pandemics.

Todd Whitcombe is a chemistry professor at UNBC.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR E-mail: letters@pgcitizen.ca NEW WORD NEEDED As the warm south winds furiously blow and remove Northern BC’s winter snow, it seems there is no word regionally used to describe these special winds.

“Pineapple Express” is sometimes used but does not seem to capture the regional character of these warming winds.

So, I suggest a new word may be needed. I propose the word “sounook.”

Pronounced “sow” “nook” - it combines “sou” from “south”, and “nook” from “chinook”. Of course, a chinook is the warming east wind that similarly howls across Alberta’s foothills and plains. But,

chinook also connects to the chinook jargon which was spoken across the Pacific Northwest and into Central British Columbia.

As the mild wind comes from the south and warms the area where chinook jargon was once prevalent, it could be an appropriate moniker for these warming winds. Other folks may have other great ideas. There are perhaps words that have historically been used regionally, and I look forward to the suggestions. But it seems time that an appropriate word is commonly used to herald the arrival of this special windy weather.

Glen Mikkelsen , Prince George

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Auroara Leigh is a Metis Fort St. James singer songwriter who released her album Feel It To Heal It recently, offering some insight into healing from childhood trauma.

Metis singer releases songs of healing CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

Feel It To Heal It is the name of her new album and she’s living it.

Auroara Leigh, a survivor of terrible abuse experienced at a very young age, is sending a message loud and clear for all to hear that if she can heal she knows everyone else can who has experienced similar trauma and she’s willing to put her voice to it.

“I felt the best way to get my message out there was to put it to music,” Leigh, a Metis singer/songwriter who lives in Fort St. James, said.

“I want to use the songs to uplift a platform for more community to be built and heard and talk about the topics that I bring up and I really dropped into my own story with these songs in order to create comfort and relatability.”

She grew up all over the north, including Prince George, was profiled for human trafficking in another northern town (another topic she addresses in her album), went to Kelowna to attend the University of BC Okanagan as a young adult with her new baby where she earned a bachelor’s degree in medical and cultural anthropology followed by a masters degree in education: adult learning and global change at UBC. During the move down south, she wanted to experience a different way of life, went into deep therapy so her traumatized brain could heal and learned a peaceful existence was possible for her and her daughter.

Years later when she was ready she returned to Fort St. James, where she lives now, to help heal the people of the community.

Leigh was the stopping the violence counsellor for women and worked one on one with people.

Her counseling focuses on intergenerational trauma and she would also like to expand on that by offering group workshops incorporating music as a healing tool.

“When I knew I wanted to share my story I thought I would be writing a book but this way is much more beautiful, revealing, expressive, sacred - like the whole parts of the process, including the people who have helped me - it’s allowed me to express myself but also to heal,” Leigh said.

“It took me a year to compose the songs and then prepare myself even just to record them - to tell the story - because when a person is super young an abuser is going to make sure you don’t tell, right?

So I had really old hard wiring not to tell and it’s hard to get past that. And to know that you matter. That is so important for everyone to hear. You matter.”

As Leigh went through healing for brain/body trauma, she learned a lot about how she was programmed by her abuser and the biggest underlying factor when it came to releasing the trauma was that she truly believed she didn’t matter, so no one would care or believe her or help her, she explained.

“Growing up I still had these underlying messages echoing in my head that I don’t matter,” Leigh explained. “So in one of the songs, Laid Me Down, there’s a really motivational part and it says ‘you matter’.”

And she knows others carry that same belief within themselves and that’s why she put out her album to get the message across that everyone matters and healing is possible, she added.

For more information and to hear a sample of Feel It To Heal It online, visit auroaralove.hearnow.com/ and for further online information about Leigh, visit simplysacred.ca/

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New TV show shines light on Northern B.C. CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

There’s a new show on the History Channel featuring a team of classic car hunters that venture into remote areas to find those abandoned vehicles that most people consider lost forever to the elements.

Lost Car Rescue debuted last week and the team is in the Peace region for the first few shows.

Matt Sager leads the team including Jessica James, pilot; Matt’s brother Steve ‘The Wrench’ Sager; Dave Mischuk, the autobody specialist; and Lee Brandt, the crane operator.

Together Sager and James take to the sky for a bird’s eye view, while the ground crew rolls along using a classic semi and vintage tow truck to retrieve and send those metal treasures on their preservation path. Shoulder to shoulder in a tiny plane Sager and James explore the wilderness from the sky to find those rare vehicles that Matt knows will make an impact on their new owners.

It’s all about the chase for the team and connecting with like-minded owners who have hung onto these vehicles with a big history.

Sager and James have known each other for about 10 years and first met when they were in flight school together.

Lost Car Rescue, a new History Channel show, starts in the Peace region.

James went on to become a commercial pilot while Sager pursued other interests.

Matt brought the team together and now they are on the hunt because it’s all about discovery.

“When I first started I have to admit I didn’t know a lot about cars but I was eager and happy to join the team and I’m always up for an adventure but I do have to say by the end of the process of us spending the summer together I have a new-found love for cars and the people who are attached to them,” James said.

“There’s definitely a car culture for sure - I got a little bit of that in my aviation community and it was neat to see that it was in the car community as well. I have

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to say that I am hooked on everything that comes with the car - the people and their stories.”

She’s so grateful to the team who are so knowledgeable about vehicles and she learned a lot from them, she added.

For Sager cars are like art. They might all look the same to some people but for him even one piece of chrome can make all the difference, he said.

“I’ve been going to car shows since I could walk,” Sager said. “I don’t want to say I’m an expert on what cars look like from 500 feet above the ground but it usually starts with chrome and shape and curves and you get pretty good at noticing what curves lead to what shapes.”

After a while, he said, a person gets good at knowing what their looking at.

“Jess is pretty good at getting us close to what I’m trying to look at,” Sager said.

“Sometimes it’s pretty hard but usually it only takes one or two seconds before you know exactly what you’re looking at.”

Sager said he considers himself a car connoisseur and has found those classics that he loves and is still on the hunt for those that elude him.

“It sparked that energy that brought us here,” Sager said. “I truly believe that anything you want to find is out there.

There’s enough cars out there that if you can dream it up, it’s in someone’s barn, it’s in someone’s ravine. There were so many that were lost and forgotten - you really have no idea what’s around the next corner and that’s the exciting part of the whole thing.”

During the show, the story isn’t just about the car but the people who own them. Having grown up in Nimpo Lake, a remote area in West Chilcotin, James wasn’t surprised she connected with the people in these northern towns whose car are featured in the show.

“To this present day we’re still in contact with a lot of people that we met because of the show and I just think that’s amazing and I’ve got some people who I consider family friends now just because of this great adventure,” James said.

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The director of Meeting Mr. Christmas is still on the hunt to fill two significant female roles in the movie that will be filmed in Prince George from Feb. 6 to 19.

Laura Mitchell, writer/director of this movie and star of the movie A Great North Christmas that was filmed in Prince George last year, said she’s still looking for women in their 30s to fill two roles that have not yet been cast.

Meeting Mr. Christmas is about a popular travel blogger whose negative impressions about Christmas are challenged when she must team up with the holiday-loving town doctor in order to save her family’s annual Christmas event.

Mitchell is specifically in search of actors who can play: Izzy - 30s (Open Ethnicity) Izzy is Sophie’s best friend and fellow travel blogger. Izzy is spunky, high energy and fashionable. Izzy cares a lot about her friend. The pair met on a plane three years ago coming home from Barbados and have been inseparable ever since.

The other role is that of Miss Morrison 30s (Open Ethnicity) Pretty and affable, Mary Morrison is Mayberry Elementary School’s Grade 5

teacher. She is adored by her students and well known throughout the town. She flirts with Sam the bakery shop owner and later over the Christmas holiday as their romance develops.

To apply, email a recent headshot or photo along with information about any related experience if applicable.

Be sure to indicate which role is of interest and include all contact information, specifically a phone number.

Email the photo and list of experience to meetingmrchristmas@gmail.com.

(Once the email has been sent check spam and junk folders often as some return emails have ended up there.)

For those who are not quite up to doing a speaking role there is a need for background performers and extras for some large crowd scenes including a Christmas gala, a children’s Christmas carnival, a sledding hill and the crowd at a Christmas carol competition.

There is also a need for crew and volunteers in the production design and art department, props department, lighting and grip, production assistants and drivers.

If interested in getting involved in the production in any capacity including crew or volunteering, send an email to meetingmrchistmas@gmail.com and be sure to include all contact information.

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Healthy North Talking to an 8-year-old about the COVID-19 vaccine

By Laurel Burton, NH Healthy Settings Advisor Now that children ages 5-11 are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, I wanted to learn more about what kids think of the vaccine.

I decided to sit down with my 8-year-old nephew, Jackson, and ask him about the COVID-19 vaccine and why he’s excited to get it. Here’s our conversation: Hi, Jackson! Why do you want to get the COVID-19 vaccine?

I want to get the COVID-19 vaccine because it makes me feel safe to do the things I like to do, like travelling. I really like to travel with my family; we used to travel before the COVID-19 pandemic started. I’ll feel safer travelling again when I get vaccinated.

I’m also excited to be able to help keep my family safe, especially my grandparents and my younger sister, who isn’t old enough to get the vaccine. I also really like to play with the other kids on my street and at school, so if I get the vaccine I can help keep them safe.

What would you say to kids who are nervous about getting a needle?

I’ve had some needles before, like the flu shot needle, so I know that needles can be scary. If other kids said they were nervous, I would say that they might feel a pinch or a prick from the needle, but it’s worth it to get the vaccine so that they can be protected from COVID-19. I think it’s better to get the needle and feel a small pinch than to get

COVID-19, because COVID can make you sick and it can make people around you sick. I would also tell my friends to ask their parents if they have questions about the vaccine and the needle.

What would you say to families who are worried about the COVID-19 vaccine?

I think families should talk about the vaccine together. I’ve learned from my parents that scientists have tested the vaccine a lot and it’s safe to get; a lot safer than getting COVID-19.

What will you do right after getting the vaccine?

I will get a fun snack!

Thanks Jack! Is there anything else you want to say to people about the COVID-19 vaccine?

Everyone who can get the COVID-19 vaccine should get it! I’m tired of the COVID-19 pandemic and I’m excited to get the vaccine so I can help end the pandemic. If more people get the vaccine, then the pandemic will be over faster and we can do more fun things. You can do it!

Learn more about children and COVID-19 Vaccination: bccdc.ca/health-info/ diseases-conditions/covid-19/covid-19vaccine/vaccines-children

Prince George Conference and Civic Centre COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic now open Northern Health is working to double capacity for COVID-19 vaccinations in Prince George, adding additional clinic days each week and returning to the Prince George Conference and Civic Centre for expanded clinic space.

Drop-in available for 12+ for first dose only. Second dose, third dose, and booster

doses require an appointment for those eligible.

To book an appointment, you must be registered with the Get Vaccinated provincial registration system. More information on how to register can be found here: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/ content/covid-19/vaccine/register For additional information, please visit: northernhealth.ca/health-topics/covid19-immunization-clinics

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WEEK OF JANUARY 23 TO 29, 2022 THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: CAPRICORN, AQUARIUS AND PISCES

ARIES

You’ll have an emotional week, and it’ll push you to be more open with your loved ones. You’ll be inspired to work toward new goals.

TAURUS

33. Vulgar 36. Least common 39. Involved with 40. Crate 42. Client 43. Flat hill 44. Pound 45. Beret 46. Tint 47. Pen and ____ 49. Contend

You’ll need to take time to reflect before making an important decision. You must make changes in your life if you want to advance your career.

GEMINI

You’ll have a very busy week at work and at home. You’ll need to create a healthy working environment to be more productive in your daily life.

CANCER

A boost in self-esteem will allow you to experience professional and personal growth. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your talents and be recognized for your efforts.

LEO

Whether you’re single or in a relationship, you’ll experience love at first sight. A birth in your family will be announced. This news will bring great joy.

VIRGO

You’ll expand your circle of friends, as well as your professional contacts.

Your work and home life will feel effortless, which helps you settle various disagreements.

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56. College cheer 32. Complainer 34. Wooden pins DOWN 35. Snatching 1. Not ons 37. Newspaper 2. Covering spots ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 118 3. Sole 38. Lariat 4. Meadow 39. Bakery 5. Memorable worker time 41. Morsel 6. Exchange 45. Fine dishes for cash 48. December 31, 7. For men only e.g.

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Before making a major purchase, evaluate your budget and determine if you really need it. If you’re patient, you’ll get a better price and be more satisfied.

SCORPIO

PUZZLE NO. 854

You’ll have a hectic week with several unforeseen circumstances. At work, you’ll be given a raise. This will put a smile on your face and give you peace of mind.

SAGITTARIUS

You may need to take a few steps back to accomplish something big.

Your artistic side will be bursting with creative inspiration. You may get involved in an important cause that helps society.

CAPRICORN

Your friends will suggest taking a trip. You’ll have a stroke of genius that will help you improve your financial situation. Put your trust in specialists and professionals.

AQUARIUS

You’ll be in charge of planning an event that brings a lot of people together. At work and at home, you’ll handle difficult situations with ease.

You may have the opportunity to celebrate a success of some kind.

PISCES

You’ll be inspired by a transformative learning experience. You’ll find a new spiritual path, or at least practice a ritual that fills you with joy.

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REMEMBRANCES Obituaries

LESLIE WIUM Leslie Wium passed away peacefully at Rotary Hospice House on January 7th, 2022 at the age of 69 years. Leslie is sadly missed by his two sisters, nieces and nephews and numerous cousins. No service by request, a Celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Margaret Mary Antoine February 5th, 1932 December 3rd, 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved matriarch.

She is survived by her sister Virginia George, her children Butch (Sandy) Hall, Timmy Antoine, Mark (Ruby) Antoine, Brenda Antoine, Anita Antoine. Numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She had a long battle of COPD and was strong until the end, surrounded by love and her family. She had a passion for her family and her faith in God. She is always loved, never forgotten and will forever be missed.

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MILLER, Chelsey May 31, 1987 - December 30, 2021 The family of Chelsey Shea Miller (nee McNicholas) of Penticton, BC, is saddened to announce her passing at the age of 34 years. Chelsey died on Dec 30, 2021. She is survived by her husband Raymond Miller, parents Michael and Ann Marie McNicholas, grandmother Doreen, father-in-law Weston and Sydney, many aunts, uncles, cousins and in-laws in Ireland, England, Scotland, USA and Canada. A service will be held at Providence Funeral Home by invitation at 11 am on Saturday, January 15, 2022. All COVID-19 restrictions will be followed. The service will be livestreamed for those that cannot attend.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Children’s Hospital in Vancouver. Condolences can be left at www.providencefuneralhomes.com

Henry WESTLE 23 September 1943 - 04 January 2022

Her funeral was held on December 11th, 2021

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Loehndorf, Edward December 14, 2021 It’s with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of a loving husband, father and grandfather, on December 14, 2021. He is survived by his devoted wife Karen; children Richard and Darcy (Daren); grandchildren Sara, Matthew (Kyndra), Kyle (Justine), Tory (Sam) and Cyle (Vicky); best friends Brad and Nick; and extended family and friends.

The family wishes to send a special thank you to the amazing staff at the Prince George Hospice, Dr. Greyell, Woodridge, Olsen and Buchanan, for their exceptional care and compassion.

A celebration of life will be held at a future date.

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John van Luyk 1937-2022 John van Luyk was born in the Netherlands on March 27, 1937. He spent his early years there but the family subsequently moved to Indonesia where his father had a job teaching French. World War II was underway and the family was taken prisoner into a Japanese concentration camp. John and his mother survived 5 years in the camp but his father was taken to Burma where he lost his life while working on the Burmese Railway. Upon gaining their freedom they moved back to the Netherlands.

John finished his schooling there and eventually came to Canada in 1959. He moved around a bit but eventually settled in the Red Rock area where he stayed for most of the next 60 years. He worked at several jobs - on the railway for the PGE (i.e. BCR), manning lookouts for the forestry during the summers and working as a timekeeper for the highways department.

John’s goal in life was to live like a pioneer and he definitely did that. He had little use for machinery, electricity, running water preferring to do everything by hand.

He was also a lifelong student, studying at CNC and eventually completing a degree in Biology at the University of Waterloo. In addition, he studied Calculus on an independent basis. He studied pretty much up until his dying day, his main interest being plant sociology.

John leaves behind several relatives in the Netherlands and two friends who spent a lot of time helping him especially over the past several years - Max and Mary Schultz who provided food and general care and Dan Watt who took him to town for groceries etc every two weeks for the past 15 years.

With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Henry Westle. He is survived by his wife Ruth, sister Rosemary, sons Kurt and Ernie, step children Derek, Tracey and Coral, and their families. Henry was predeceased by his parents, Dorothy and Jim Westle and sister Ellen McGregor.

Henry was born in Vancouver, but raised in Prince George, where he first discovered his lifelong passion for driving trucks. In his trucking career he logged over a million miles and travelled all over North America. Along with his family, Henry moved to Vancouver Island in the early 80’s and eventually settled in North Saanich.

He was known for his kind, warm, affectionate nature and sense of humour and will be sadly missed by family and friends.

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Bill (William Charles) Chappel BILL (WILLIAM Charles) Chappel passed away on December 23, 2021 after a short illness that placed him in the hospital in Prince George, BC. Bill was born in Selkirk, Manitoba but spent most of his life (91 years) in the Prince George. He moved here with his family and worked in a tie camp on the Blackwater in the 1950s.

He was an avid curler, golfer and fisher and loved going on the many boating adventures with his many friends throughout the years Pre-deceased by his parents Bud and Matilda Chappel, his step-mother, Mary Chappel, and his sister Joyce Thorpe and his brother Lorne Chappel. He is survived by his brothers Harvey and Ralph Chappel and sisters Caroline Telford and Kathy Bedard, as well as many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of University of Northern BC hospital for their care. Special thanks to Bill’s niece Karen Emerson for her kind assistance and to Audrey Tojaga for her care during Bill’s final days.

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Carolyn Joan Amos February 3rd 1951-January 2, 2022 Carolyn was born in London, Ontario and grew up in Sundridge, Ontario.

Carolyn attended Nursing school in Toronto and graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1971. In 1972, Carolyn married the love of her life, Ian. Shortly after, they made the journey to Prince George B.C. where they settled, started a family and lived the last 49 years together. Carolyn worked as a Registered Nurse on the maternity ward at UNHBC from 1972 until 1983, when she made the decision to stay at home to raise her children and to be a loving and supportive wife to her life long husband. Carolyn took great pride in being the matriarch of her family. She never missed making a lunch or cooking a dinner, every birthday and holiday was planned with love and thoughtfulness. Carolyn never missed her children’s school events or sports, always cheering from the stands and bleachers. Carolyn instilled a lifetime of memories in her children from the many camping, fishing and travelling journeys. Over time, her love extended to her pride and joy, her grandchildren; Jacob, Justin and Amelia. Carolyn loved to support and cheer for her grandkids in all of their activities, sports and celebrated all their achievements with such pride. Most of all, she loved to cook and bake for her family. Dinner was always ready at 5 o’clock (whether you were there or not) and anyone was welcome.

After surviving a complex heart surgery in 2012, the family was blessed to be able to share over 9 more years together. Carolyn persevered with grace and dignity despite many painful and ongoing medical complications for the last several years. On January 2, 2022, Carolyn lost her fight and passed away peacefully at the Prince George Hospice House with her husband and her children by her side.

Carolyn is survived by her parents Heber and Vera Harmer, husband Ian Amos, son Aaron Amos (Nancy), daughter Jennifer Amos (Todd and children Danny and Cameron Arndt), grandchildren Jacob, Justin and Amelia, sisters Connie Harmer, Cathleen Harmer, Colleen McLeod (Kevin), many nieces and nephews and extended family in Ontario.

Carolyn was blessed by amazing and supportive friends. Her best friend of 48 years Candy Cartwright and her cherished friends Carron Dunn, Jackie Berger and Vivian Tapanila.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the doctors and nurses at UNHBC on the internal medicine unit and the nurses at Prince George Hospice House. Words cannot express how grateful the family is for moms dedicated, caring and diligent family doctors and staff at Aspen Family Medical. Please consider a donation to the Prince George Hospice House in lieu of flowers. A celebration of Carolyn’s life will be held at a later date.

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BUSSE, Walter Buddy Aug 10, 1944 Dec 31, 2021 It will be sadder and lonelier for us all as Walter passed away on Dec 31 in his home with family around him. Left behind is his partner and love Margaret Darbyshire and her family. His son Neil (Rhea) and three sons, his sister Lillian (Brian) and family. Walter was born in Poland and came to Canada in 1948 from England with his parents and brother on the Aquitania to Halifax arriving at the historic Pier 21. The family travelled by train to Prince George, BC where they settled and began farming. After graduation Walter worked as a helper to a floor installer and the rest is history. He soon became well known in his new field where his hard work was quickly recognized and became the most sought after floor installer in Prince George. Later years brought him to Penticton where he met Margaret and formed a vast network of friends. He loved his time at Anavets, Legion, Eagles and lawn Bowling. The Elk’s Club became their special place where he was so at home. Everyone who knew Walter, knew his love of Elvis and his performances. He loved his home and lived life to the fullest. He will be missed. He is predeceased by his wife Lolly and daughter Brenda. Service and celebration of life to be announced.

Mary Francis Kirby June 24, 1943 - January 4, 2022 It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Mary Kirby (nee Chappell) in her home. She is predeceased by her husband Jud (2010). She is survived by her three children Kim (John), Keon (Christine), and Chris and four grandchildren; Brandon and Brianne Kirby, Ashley and Devin Ryan.

Mary was an amazing person who lived a full life.

She was born in Wells and lived in Barkerville.

Her family lived in Barkerville for several decades and ran businesses such as the Kelly Hotel and the stage coach line.

The family later relocated to Kamloops where Mary graduated and met her husband Jud. They moved to Prince George where they raised their 3 children. Mary was employed full time with BC Tel for over 30 years where she worked in several different capacities and made many friends and acquaintances.

In retirement, Mary and Jud would spend many days golfing at Aspen Grove Golf club. In the winter Mary would cross country ski at Otway Ski Club. Other interests included nia classes, scrabble, bridge and volunteering in the community. Additionally, she was involved in book clubs and was a member of The Canadian Federation of University Women. One of her great passions in the spring was planting her multitude of flowers that would surround her home and patio, providing an amazing setting for all to enjoy.

It was a great place that provided many photo opportunities.

Family was number one for Mary, and she was always there with love and support. She cherished family dinners and get-togethers which would almost always include a game night and lots of laughs. We have many fond memories of summer holidays at Shuswap Lake and elaborate, fun Christmas’s. Mary was a fantastic cook, and would gladly share her masterpieces with others including charitable organizations.

Mary developed very strong bonds with her grandchildren and helped fund post secondary aspirations for all of them. She was a very generous person who shared her intellect, kindness and opinions!

Lotsa Luv Mom, G-ma, Mary You will always be with us in our hearts.

No service at her request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Spinal Cord Injury of B.C. or the charity of your choice.

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“For so many to feel such friendship, love and loss only to realize we are each just a small, but significant, part of an incredible mans’ legacy”

Ronald Edward Newson December 15th, 1935 December 5th, 2021

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on was born to Mildred and Leslie Newson and was raised in East Vancouver where he played American football and rugby and graduated in 1955 from Vancouver Technical School.

Being a lifelong hard worker, he was fired from an early job as his boss recognized his potential to do greater things. His career then started at General Electric Warehouse where he quickly advanced to the sales desk and soon again, to the sales department. G.E. transferred him to Montreal for 2 years where he became the Product Manager, after which he went back to Vancouver to service major appliance accounts.

In 1964, Ron, his wife and daughters Darlene and Tracey, moved to Prince George to open Ron Newson’s TV and Appliance Centre on George Street, the first in PG. In 1973 he opened Ron Newson Furniture on Victoria St. and 2nd, later becoming Ron Newson Home Furnishings. From there, he had numerous businesses; including Talisman repairs, which supplied washers and dryers for all the apartments, and the first rent-to-own store in PG - Maison Furniture Rentals.

Throughout his life and career, Ron was also a great supporter to many around him. There are numerous stories of gratitude from those he guided and helped set up in business for themselves, going as far as providing financial support, schooling, and business advice.

To many, he was a trusted friend, mentor, father figure and dependable leader who was counted on time and time again.

Many of his friendships were lifelong and his relationships went deep.

“Service above self ”. Ron believed in investing in those around him as well as his community and was an amazing leader helping build many clubs he

belonged to. He joined Rotary in PG in 1970, was a Paul Harris Society member and a benefactor of the Rotary foundation. In 2021, he was inducted as a senator of Kamloops West Rotary, which is an honor reserved for those who have dedicated their lives to Rotary. Ron and Barb travelled to several international conferences, volunteered at, and attended meetings at clubs all over the world, were involved in countless fundraisers to help those in need and hosted numerous exchange students that still call him Dad to this day. Rotary’s Four-way test asks four questions: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned? Ron exemplified the four-way test. Ron went through life selflessly helping. The funny thing about inspiration, kindness, or a ripple, is that we have no idea how far it will reach or the effect it could have. He truly had a heart like no other!

Ron was also dedicated to the YMCA. He was recruited to the board of the PG YMCA in the 80’s and was part of the leadership Group (volunteers and staff) that went about saving the PG YMCA from insolvency. He did everything he knew how, to help make things better and he remained a committed Y leader right through the Senior Volunteer ranks to Treasurer, Vice President, President and Past President. Part of the reason there is still a Y in PG was due to his leadership. He subsequently got involved in the Kamloops Y board and did 2 terms as Board Leader and again played a role in salvaging and keeping the Kamloops Y alive to serve the community. He was on the board when they decided to raffle a home. Well known as the ‘Y Dream Home’, it has become a very valuable fundraiser now in its 26th year. Ron was well liked and respected in Y circles across BC and Canada being both a

character and an articulate, genuine leader. He also received the Outstanding Community Service award for contributing significantly to the quality of Life in the Community in PG in 1994.

Ron and Barb started dating in 1987 and in 1994, moved to Kamloops and purchased their ‘dream’ home on the river, where they were married in 1995.

As always, the dream required a lot of hard work and dedication. Together they created a piece of paradise and an opendoor home that has hosted hundreds of gatherings and people from around the world. They continued their love of travel and made friends wherever they went. It was nothing to arrive home and shortly thereafter take off to stay in another country with new friends they had made or vice versa. Don’t talk to strangers was not his motto…he’d invite them to come stay in his home! Truly pillars of the community, they spent much time volunteering and fundraising, giving how and wherever they could. They continued to travel for as long as possible, spending time each year in Maui, Borrego Springs, and whichever large trip they could make. It wasn’t unheard of for them to be working a soup kitchen in Maui.

Ron’s passions also included golf, his vehicle collection, socializing, telling a good story or joke and making people laugh. He had a way of laughing the hardest at himself and his energy was contagious. He could always get to the heart of whomever he met. Their home was commonly referred to as ‘The Zoo’ for his love of animals meant constantly getting more…dogs, cats, rabbits, fish. A good dog book could break his heart and we truly considered sending him off with a pocket full of dog treats.

He was the apple of his kids and grandchildren’s eye. Spending time at the

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lake with both his families and always there to support and guide and instill a strong work ethic. He will be missed more than words can explain. Ron is survived

by Barb(wife), stepdaughter Dana (Shane) & grandson Logan, stepson Curt (Taira) & grandchildren Meila & Griffin; daughter Darlene (Stan) & granddaughter Alyssa (Ryan); daughter Tracey (Conrad) & grandchildren; Carisa (Andy); Miranda (Kirk); Chase and Cole, as well as great-grandchildren: Eli, Raidan, Salem, Anisha, Cypress, Shaylin, Sasha & Seth; brother Ray (Bernice) as well as numerous nephews and nieces.

Ron was welcomed home by his oldest grandson Garrett and is surrounded by his Pet Sanctuary. Days later, they welcomed nephew Doug.

Our family would like to thank everyone who supported us in Ron’s time of need; his friends that continued to take him on weekly outings (you know who you are): RIH; Ponderosa Lodge as well as friends for their cards, flowers, food, and hugs.

If you were Ron’s friend, you were likely his family and he was a man who loved his family dearly, who took care of others, and who tried to leave the world a better place than when he entered it. His wish was granted as he passed away at home in his sleep.

Ron always wanted to “Buy the last drink” so a service will be postponed until he/we can safely do so. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating your time or money to your local food bank or SPCA. “Each journey begins with one step. Each friendship begins with one handshake” “May the hinges of friendship never rust”

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Born- Dewberry, AB-Oct. 21, 1940 Passed- Prince George, BC - Jan. 10, 2022

Earl leaves behind his wife Sherry of 53 years, son Eric (Jenn), grandchildren Brett, Koral and Arianna, sister Verla (Jerry) and many other family members.

Predeceased by his beloved daughter Leann, his parents, brothers Floyd, Wayne, Dale, Garth and sister Barbara.

Everyone will sadly miss him, and his zest for life and a good bowl of soup.

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the “Leann Marie Sweet bursary” at CNC or the “Go Forth Scholarship” at the First Baptist Church, PG.

Maureen Catherine Moran 1927-2022 Maureen Catherine Moran, born in Glenamoy, County Mayo, Ireland on November 20th, 1927 died in Prince George on January 9, 2022.

Maureen was the fourth child of Terrence and Bridget Moran and lost her mother at the tender age of two during the birth of her younger sister, Bridget. She was predeceased by her parents, Terrence and Bridget, her brothers, John (Kate), Pat (Bridget), Mike, her sister, Bridget and her nephews, Mike & J.T. She is survived by her nieces and nephews in Canada and Ireland, Mayo, Patrick (Debbie), Roseanne (Mike), P.J. (Philomena), Tommy (Kathleen), Mary, Bridie, Kevin & Mickey.

Maureen was brought up by her maternal grandmother and attended school locally until the age of thirteen. After school she went into service at the home of a School Principal. Three years later she immigrated to New York to take up employment as a housekeeper with the writer Theodore White. Maureen remained in New York until the mid 1960s when she came to Prince George to look after an ailing aunt. Her brother and sister-in-law, Pat and Bridget Moran and their four children also lived in Prince George. As members of her immediate family were in Prince George she decided to stay.

May 28, 1925 - January 12, 2022

It is with extreme sadness and heartbreak that we announce the passing of Herbert J Maxwell, in his 97th year. Herbert went to be with the lord peacefully at his home in Prince George, surrounded by family.

Herbert was born on May 28th, 1925 in Assiniboia Saskatchewan. In 1935 Herbert moved West with his parents and two older siblings, settling in Vancouver.

Herbert enlisted for service with the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve in 1944. He served as a signalman mainly on The Chambly, a Corvette ship escorting convoys from Halifax to England during WWII. Herbert was a pioneer and long-time resident within the Prince George community and spent his life dedicated to hard work.

Herbert moved to Prince George in 1950 and was involved in many business endeavors throughout the years. Herbert began as a salesman selling cigarettes, fire extinguishers and subsequently life insurance policies throughout Northern BC and the Yukon.

Herbert later developed the initial application to the CRTC and was successful in getting approval and licensing to bring both CJCI Radio and Central Interior Cablevision services to Prince George and surrounding areas in the early 1970’s.

Herbert then took on the Real Estate market becoming a Realtor and then Broker of his own Agency, SaveCom Realty. Real Estate was a passion and he purchased and sold multiple residential and commercial buildings throughout the city. During this time he also owned and operated Western Staging Ltd, a local Scaffolding operation.

Herbert was married to Carol G Maxwell (nee McDermid) in 1956 and had a wonderful and loving 63 year partnership until Carol’s passing on May 5th 2019.

Herbert was a man of many talents, from singing tenor in a barbershop quartet to restoring antique furniture and woodworking. Herbert was also very active in the Masonic lodge for over 50 years.

One of Herbert’s proudest accomplishments was providing a legacy for his family to enjoy. An acre of land was purchased site unseen in 1956 on the shores of Cluculz lake. Herbert used his and Carol’s Honeymoon money to make this transaction and although Carol was not enamored with this decision at first, she came to love it at “the Lake” as much as he did. The Maxwell Family cabin was designed by Herbert and mostly built by himself and his son Shawn in 1977.

Herbert was a quiet and honest, proper gentleman and earned the utmost respect from family, friends, peers, business associates and all who knew him. Herbert was a man of great wisdom, integrity, disposition and fortitude.

Herbert is predeceased by his loving wife Carol, his parents Nellie and Samuel Maxwell, sister Marjorie Drummond, brother Noel Maxwell, and grandson Shawn Roy Dumonceaux. He is survived by son Shawn Maxwell, daughter Grace Dumonceaux (Lowell), grandchildren Lauren Apps (Cody), and Adam Dumonceaux (Hannah) great grandchildren Brynlee and Bentley Apps as well as nephews, Michael Drummond, Ray Maxwell and families.

The family wishes to say a heartfelt thank-you to the staff of Classic Life Care, Dr. N. Bartell and the Home and Community Nursing team for their professional care and kindness over the past seven years.

Because of this outstanding care, Herbert was able to stay and enjoy the comforts of his own home.

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Over the following years she worked for The Hudson Bay Store and Fitchner Shoes. In the early eighties a group of people started the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Maureen was a founding member and became the manager of the Society’s Thrift Store. Maureen lived out the mission statement of the Society to seek out those struggling with poverty. She visited the sick and made sure the poor had adequate clothing and household needs. She served on the evening sandwich line to provide an evening meal for those on the streets of Prince George.

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Maureen’s faith played a very big part of everything she did. She was a long time parishioner of Sacred Heart Cathedral and in later years Immaculate Conception. Maureen developed great friendships over the years and many lives were enriched by her friendship. Maureen has left an indelible legacy to the countless people she touched.

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Earl’s passion was supporting family and friends throughout his entire life, he genuinely loved people and was a friend to everyone he met. Earl was an entrepreneur, creating businesses to help others change their lives. He worked in the dental industry for over 50 years in BC and Alberta. Earl was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Prince George, becoming a deacon and volunteering wherever he was needed. His phone calls will be missed.

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Aino-Liisa Ukonmaanaho (Kero)

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June Herdman

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1949 - 2021

Twin sisters are reunited. Aino worked as a long term care aide at Simon Fraser Lodge for twenty four years. She sincerely cared about people and took a genuine interest in them, and in their lives, histories, interests and activities.

She was known as a master of knitting who would carry out demanding commission work under time constraints. She was also an expert at crochet and also enjoyed painting, calligraphy and flower arranging.

Aino is survived by her husband Tom and sons Sami Thomas and Aki Wayne, two brothers and other relatives and friends in Finland, Sweden, Canada and the United States.

Her final resting place shall be beside her twin sister at home in Finland at a later date.

Kiitos hyvista.. muistoista!

Ronald Richard Erickson Born October 21, 1970 Passed January 10, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce that Dan Gaboury passed away on January 4th at the age of 73 in University Hospital of Northern BC. Dan was born on April 10th, 1948 in Spirit River AB to Yvette Cecil Desjardins of Legal, AB and Emmanuel Joseph Gaboury of Bruxelles, MB. After moving around to a few places during his childhood, the family moved to Prince George when Dan was 16 where he remained. He married his wife Judy (Doyle) in January 1968 and were about to celebrate 54 years together on January 13 this year. Dan spent a couple years working in the sawmill and forest industry as a teenager and then got a job with Prince George Pulp and Paper in 1967. He spent his entire 43+ year career with Prince George Pulp and Paper and all on the Paper Machine where he started as a clean up boy and worked his way to Team Leader. Dan never had a sick day for over 40 years with the mill and was a hard working dedicated employee supporting his family of four.

Dan is predeceased by his Father (Emmanuel), Mother (Yvette) and Brother (Norman).

He is survived by his wife, Judy and sons, Kirk (Michelle), Don (Loralyn) and his grandkids, Taylor Lee, Riley, Brenden and Sofie. He is also survived by his siblings: Paul, Jackie, Lorraine, Franny, Phillip, Bernie and their families.

There will be a celebration of life at a later date and we will notify all his family and friends when this is set.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the St Vincent DePaul Society or the Salvation Army.

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With sadness we announce that June Herdman passed away on January 7, 2022, after a short battle with lung cancer. June will be missed by her husband of 65 years, Fred, and her children Don, Kim (Michael), Dean (Dina), and Blaine. Her grandchildren Trevor (Breeann), Tyler (Caroline), Greg (Tammy), Scott, Jessica and Jenna. She also has 8 cherished great grandchildren. In addition, she is survived by her siblings Rita, Irene, Ron, Aline and many loving nieces and nephews. June was predeceased by her parents, and brother Fred. June was born in 1937, and was raised on the family farm in Saskatchewan, and moved west to British Columbia with Fred in 1958. They eventually made their way to Prince George in 1970. June loved visitors and if she knew you were coming, she would bake a cake. She was a talent at sewing and crafts and when she found her passion she went into high gear. She did it all, she did it well.

Some of her best times were when they would load up the RV and boat and go camping with their grandchildren and friends. Fishing, sitting around the fire, listening to music. She loved Elvis and was always up for a dance. June was a valuable employee in the SPD department of PGRH where she made many friends. When she wasn’t working, she loved to shop, and she loved a deal. She filled the house with thrift store and garage sale finds. When she was in good form she would have the mother of all garage sales, to clear things out, making room to restock. When she had no more room for bargains, she filled her time feeding the one-armed bandit at the Casino, where she would chat with strangers and experience the excitement of winning less than what she lost.

Jittery June’s devoted husband Fearless Fred was always by her side, ready to drive her where she needed to go regardless of weather, and her unlicensed co-piloting that made every trip a ride of anxiety for them both. Her family has lost their worrier and silent champion. She will be dearly missed and loved. A celebration of life will be held in the springtime, when family and friends can be together. We thank the staff of the Prince George Hospice House for their compassion and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society would be appreciated.

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Because I Love You So With deep sadness, the family of Ron Erickson announces his passing in Prince George, BC after a long battle with cancer.

He is survived by his sons Jordan and Max, daughter Victoria, father Rick (Georgie), mother Maxine (Bill), sister Rhonda (Nick), brother Sheldon (Lynn), and numerous nieces and nephews.

Thank you to his amazing doctors and Hospice staff.

He will be missed by those who knew him.

Your suffering is over, you’re free to ride high in the clouds.

No service at this time. A Celebration of Life is planned for the summer of 2022.

Memorial contributions to the Prince George Hospice Society or BC Cancer Foundation.

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.

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MERCHANDISE Antiques

Art & Collectibles

COLLECTOR PURCHASING COINS & COIN COLLECTIONS! BUYING OLD COINS, ROLLS OF COINS, BANK BAGS OF COINS, RARE COINS, COLLECTOR COINS, OLYMPIC COINS, OLD PAPER MONEY, PRE 1968 COINS, ROYAL CANADIAN MINT COINS, US MINT, COLLECTIONS +. WANTED CANADA, USA & WORLD COLLECTIONS! Todd’s Coins 1-250-8643521

Antique Superb Dutch drop front Secretary, 140 years old, in excellent condition, $6500.

250-964-3794 Prince George

Bedroom/Bedding

Antiques

A LOT Of 45 & LPs. All kinds $5 $40 each, 778-675-4716

AVON $3600, 1934

COLLECTIBLES, asking $1500.

Valued 250-617-

Jewellery

* 5 Group of 7 * 2 Tom Thomson Best Offer 250-967-4215

Adjustable Hospital bed : ETUDE-HC bed kit. Very lightly used. includes: Beech head and foot board, power operated head and foot deck sections, 4 function control pendant with function lock outs (mattress not included) $2000 250 964-9417 pics at http://invacare.ca/doc_files/Etu de_Booklet.pdf

REVOLVING TRAY JEWELRY DISPLAY CABINETS Top lock and locking back slide doors 36” wide X 42” high 5 Available. $350 each Negotiable on all five.

Frontier Traders

168 Front St, Quesnel, BC

(250) 983-2294

Will purchase estate items; antler mounts, bear rugs, live mounts, hides.

WANTED 999 BULLION bars & coins!ENGELHARD, JOHNSON MATTHEY, RCM, Maple leafs + All other mints. Also Buying old money, all gold & silver coins, coin collections. + BUYING all things made with gold or silver.

Todd’s Coins 1-250-864-3521

BIRCH Firewood in 20 foot lengths. Delivered by dumptruck load. $900. or bucked to length $1050 per load delivered 250614-6667

Art & Collectibles

7 Replica Oil Paintings:

Sheds/Outbuildings NEW 30’ x 50’ All Steel Commercial shop, never assembled, c/w complete set of drawings and engineer cert. Has straight outside walls, 1 12’ x 14’ service door opening, 1 3’ man door opening, inside clearance 16’, roof has 3/ 12 pitch that is 20’ high at peak.

Outside wall cladding painted tan. $30, 000 Call Bob 250-983-3372

Firewood

PAINTINGS AND WALL ART

Worldwide Limited Editions/Master Editions

Wanted

BUYING OLD JEWELRY Gold, Silver & costume jewelry!

Charm bracelets, rings, chains, necklaces, pocket watch chains, watches, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, brooches, coins, all old jewelry WANTED, QUALITY, ESTATE, EVEN UGLY & BROKEN JEWELRY, ALL THE BITS AND PIECES YOU NO LONGER WANT! CALL OR TEXT Todd’s Coins 1-250-864-3521

SAWMILL, 48” head rig, hand set, completely rebuilt, $8000 obo plus parts. 250-441-3242

Bedroom/Bedding MUST SEE- 9 drawer dresser w/mirror, big pad Queensize headboard and Queen boxspring & steel frame.

First $720.00 for all. Also nice double mattress over $800 new, first $375.00. (778-675-4716)

Mills/Equipment 1998 KENWORTH with mixer trailer, white. $120,000. 617-3373

BIRCH Firewood in 20 foot lengths. Delivered by dumptruck load. $900. or bucked to length $1050 per load delivered 250614-6667

250-612-1828

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Prince George Native Friendship Centre “We are a dynamic and compassionate team facilitating individual, family, and community growth, wellbeing and mutual understanding through the “power of friendship”.

Come join our dynamic, highly motivated, Senior Leadership team as a:

Director, Employment & Training

You have proven leadership experience in an education or social services organization, with a focus on Employment & Training.

You are passionate about developing employment and training initiatives. You have extensive knowledge of the: social services sector, community-based programs and services, funding sources, and community and Board relations.

This Senior Management role will be responsible for ensuring the coordination of all employment and training programs and services; in addition to, developing new employment and training initiatives and funding opportunities. The successful candidate will have: • A Bachelor’s degree in administration, education, social services, or other related human services field. Or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

• A minimum of five (5) years experience working at a management level in a community-based not-for-profit organization.

• Proven experience in proposal writing and writing reports on: activities, strategic work plans, goals and objectives.

• A thorough appreciation, awareness, working experience and sensitivity of Aboriginal history and culture, as well as an in-depth understanding of the complexities of working with diverse populations.

• Superior communication skills including: presentation skills, writing ability, computer proficiency and authentic interpersonal skills.

• A demonstrated ability to work with a diverse clientele on an individual and group basis.

• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills.

• In-depth knowledge of the social service sector, community-based programs and services, funding sources, and community and Board relations.

• Successfully complete Criminal Record Clearances, including Enhanced Security Clearance.

• A valid driver’s license and provide driver’s abstract.

• Be willing to work flexible hours and participate in the “Weekend On-Call” rotation which responds to critical incidents, and provides other supports to the PGNFC.

Collectibles & Classic Cars

Sports Utilities & 4X4s

WANTED COIN COLLECTIONS, old money, all gold & silver coins, Royal Canadian Mint coins. Also BUYING 999 BULLION bars & coins. ENGELHARD, JOHNSON MATTHEY, RCM, MAPLE LEAFS + ALL OTHER MINTS. + BUYING all things GOLD or SILVER! Todd’s Coins 1-250-864-3521

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

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

2005 HARLEY DAVIDSON FAT BOY Anniversary Edition. 22,000 km $14,500 613-8567 2002 BMW 1150 RT motorcycle, excellent cond. $5500. (250)5643152 (250)640-8267

Heavy Equipment

5X5 1300-1500 lb round hay bales, $150 each net wrapped in barn. 250-614-6667 or 250-5682338

2011 8400 QUAD Lamtrac Mulcher. M11 Cummins engine, 4000 hrs. $165,000. 250-614-6667 or 250-568-2338

5X5 1300-1500 lb round hay bales, $150 each net wrapped in barn. 250-614-6667 or 250-5682338

GROOVY

Your Clunker is someone’s Classic.

Tools

Trucks & Vans

2006 DODGE Cummins diesel, 4x4, 4 dr, Lb, auto, 2 owner, receipts since new, no accidents, 107K, $27,900 obo. 596-5434

1998 FORD F250 Diesel w/ plow.

Exc. cond. $10,000.

250-3980720 1977 FORD 1 ton, $2500. 250-306-2292

Parts Trucks

Chrome tailgate, fits 3/4 ton GMC, cover top fits GMC 6 1/2 ft box, chrome rails. Shop vac 250-963-6898

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

Asking $4900 obo Must sell!

778-349-4839

Sports & Imports

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.

250-612-9321

14” steel chop saw, used very little, $750. 250-963-8419

Horses & Tack

2002 THUNDERBIRD REPLICA

Call 250-562-666 to place your ad.

TODAY'S PUZZLE ANSWERS

Fully Loaded, two tops.

Red exterior, black interior.

Never winter driven.

Price $29,000 obo.

Phone 250-964-6610 Trucks & Vans

2010 FORD F150 SUPERCAB 4X4

Registered 12 yr Morgan Gelding Sire: Blue Diamond Hawk, Dam Sun-West Omega Chestnut, tail flaxen, mane mixed red/flaxen. $4,500.

Located in Hazelton, BC Calm, yet inquisitive, and enjoys both the arena and trail.

250-842-5560 email:dtahouney@gmail.com

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renovated,

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Hay/Bales For Sale

great and

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

To apply for this position, please visit our website to submit your resume and cover letter at https://pgnfc.prevueaps.com by January 30, 2022

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163,000 KMS, 3 MONTH WARRANTY, 5.4 V-8 Auto, with Tow pkg, POWER WINDOWS & LOCKS, TILT STEERING, AC, Headache Rack, RHINO LINING Asking $15,900 Stock # F1737 4x4 HEAVEN TRUCK SALES DEALER # D40178 Call 250-640-0996

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REAL ESTATE Houses for Sale

Apartments / Condos-For Sale

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Spacious, 3 level 4 bdrms, 4 baths, superb location. $277,500.

250-561-1255 Ready to sell!

Property For Sale “DUNSTER PROPERTY FOR SALE” 115 acres with 1/2 mile Fraser River frontage. 10 acres Island. 15 acres cleared. Mixed forest.

100% reliable water source. Log cabin attached to mobile home. Water line and hydro.

Easy access.

Mountainscape views. Private. 250-479-5545 INVESTMENT & OPPORTUNITY FOR EMPLOYMENT ORMOND CREEK (NORTHSHORE FRASER LAKE BC) ON 8.1 ACRES/HOME MACHINERY/SHOP/GREENHOUSES PHONE 250-699-1072 ONLY $255,000 (HOME) $105,000(MACHINERY) FOR MORE INFORMATION GOOGLE: ACREAGES FOR SALE IN BC TOWNPOST

45.5 ACRES Corner of Upper Fraser Rd & Beaver Forest Rd. with good driveway & building pad. $180,000. 250-614-6667

Recreational Property

RENT OUT YOUR EXTRA SPACE

1000sq m building lot, #L72NCorintoPearleco-development Honduras.

Contact Recap Investments, Toronto 1-888-212-8584 for more info and owner 250-5634999 $35,000 Canadian

Call 250-562-6666 to book your ad

11.26 acres manicured sub-lakeshore at Cluculz Lake, finest location by owner Only $399,000 end of Meier Rd. 604-908-0313

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PUZZLE ANSWERS ON SEPARATE PAGE

PERSONALS

RENTALS Cabins

Adult Personal Messages

Compost toilet for 2 - brand new never used $1200.00 obo (250-967-4215)

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Ranch house with 9 acres irrigated pasture

All Amenities Next to Eagle Point Golf (Kamloops) 985K Will carry mortgage View Realtor.ca 250-573-3346 e-mail biffsbenson@yahoo.ca

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LEGALS Legal/Public Notices WOODLOT 655 Woodlot Licence Plan Freya Logging Inc. has prepared a Woodlot Licence Plan for the ten-year period commencing in the spring of 2022.

The plan is in accordance with the Woodlot Licence Planning and Practices Regulation.

The woodlot consists of Schedule B lands in the vicinity of Red Rock Creek.

In accordance with legislation this plan is available for public review and comment.

The plan and detailed maps can be reviewed by appointment by calling 250981-6430.

Written comments should be received by February 28th, 2022.

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NOTICE APPLICATION FOR PRIVATE BILLS NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to Standing Order 97 of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, applications for Private Bills must be filed with the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly not later than 14 days after the opening of a Session. A new Session is expected to open on Tuesday, February 8, 2022.

Applications for Private Bills must conform to Standing Orders 97115 of the Legislative Assembly (available online at www.leg.bc.ca).

For further information, please contact the Office of the Clerk, Room 221, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, BC V8V 1X4, Tel: 250- 387-3785, E-mail: OfficeoftheClerk@leg.bc.ca..

Kate Ryan-Lloyd Clerk of the Legislative Assembly

Notice of Proposed Rogers Communication Inc. Telecommunications Facility Description: As part of the public consultation process required by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), formerly Industry Canada, Rogers Communication Inc. is inviting the public to comment on a proposed telecommunications facility consisting of a 73.5 metre self-support tower and ancillary radio equipment in order to provide dependable wireless data and voice communication services to areas in south Prince George.

Location: 8715 WILLOW CALE ROAD, PRINCE GEORGE, BC (PID: 028-038-916) Coordinates: 53.845887° N, -122.742141° W Location Map For More Information: Contact Rogers Communications Inc. at: Tawny Verigin Proposed Tower Location c/o Cypress Land Services Agents to Rogers Communications Inc. Suite 1051, 409 Granville Street Vancouver, BC V6C 1T2 Tel: 1.855.301.1520 Email: publicconsultation@cypresslandservices.com The public is welcome to comment on the proposal by the end of the business day on February 21, 2022, respect to this matter.

Rogers File: W3516 – South Prince George

BAILIFF SALE www.northcentralbailiffs.bc.ca Pursuant to a Commercial Security Agreement between The Williams Lake And District Credit Union and CJD CUSTOM METALWORKS INC dated June 14th, 2019 and registered at the Personal Property Security Registry on June 19th, 2019 The Bailiff offers for sale by tender all the interest of CJD CUSTOM METALWORKS INC in the following goods and chattels to satisfy the outstanding loan balance of $95,965.44 Masteel 190 Ton 12Ft Hydraulic Press Brake with Auto-crown and precision back-gauge.

Siemans CMC Computer control Serial #1002001 Model MBHSA 12190 Masteel 12ft ¼ shear with stainless steel rolling worktable Serial# 0909001 Model 12250 Boshert ¼ Hydraulic Power Notcher, Serial #3661 Welding and fabricating tools, pallet jack, hand crank, gas cylinders, bottle racks & Various hand/power tools

Item(s) can be viewed at 6012 Matsuda Road, Lone Butte B.C. on February 5th 2022 from 10am-3pm. Go to www.northcentralbailiffs.bc.ca to view photographs. Closing date 07 February 2022. Highest or any other bid not necessarily accepted. Bidders are solely responsible for determining the make, model, year of manufacture, condition, quantities, sets and or usefulness of all items for tender. All items are sold on an “as is, where is” basis with no warranty given or implied. Sale is subject to cancellation or adjournment without notice. Terms of sale: Immediate payment in full by bank draft or cash only upon acceptance of successful bid. Call (250) 212-9456 for details.

North Central Bailiffs Ltd. Prince George Branch Bailiff Division Michel Zuber Court Bailiff / Bailiff

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY COLLECTOR PURCHASING COINS & COIN COLLECTIONS

TREE SERVICES

CASH CASH CASH

FIREWOOD

CASH FOR GOLD & SILVER

Collector Purchasing Coins & Coin Collections! Buying Old Coins, Rolls Of Coins, Bank Bags Of Coins, Rare Coins, Collector Coins, Olympic Coins, Old Paper Money, Pre 1968 Coins, Royal Canadian Mint Coins, Us Mint, Collections +. Wanted Canada, Usa & World Collections!

BC TREE WORX

For all Gold, Estate Jewelry Scrap or unwanted Coins & Currency, Antiques & Rolex.

Unbeatable pricing, privacy assured.

(250) 612-1808 24/7

BIRCH Firewood in 20 foot lengths.

WANTED 999 BULLION BARS & COINS! ENGELHARD, JOHNSON MATTHEY, RCM, MAPLE LEAFS + ALL OTHER MINTS. ALSO BUYING OLD MONEY, ALL GOLD & SILVER COINS, COIN COLLECTIONS. + BUYING ALL THINGS MADE WITH GOLD OR SILVER. TODD’S COINS 1-250-864-3521

Todd’s Coins 1.250.864.3521

WANTING TO BUY FRONTIER TRADERS 168 FRONT ST, QUESNEL, (250) 983-2294 WILL PURCHASE ESTATE ITEMS; ANTLER MOUNTS, BEAR RUGS, LIVE MOUNTS, HIDES.

Pruning, hedging and tree removal.

For free estimates call or text Brian at

250.649.8447

BUYING COINS WANTED COIN COLLECTIONS, old money, all gold & silver coins, Royal Canadian Mint coins. Also BUYING 999 BULLION bars & coins.

ENGELHARD, JOHNSON MATTHEY, RCM, MAPLE LEAFS + ALL OTHER MINTS. + BUYING all things

GOLD OR SILVER! TODD’S COINS 1-250-864-3521

HAY FOR SALE

5x5 1300-1500 lb, round hay bales. $150 each net wrapped in field.

250.614.6667 or 250.568.2338

Delivered by dumptruck load. $900. or bucked to length $1050 per load delivered 250-614-6667

SAND & GRAVEL

BUYING OLD JEWELRY

SAND & GRAVEL

EASTWAY SAND & GRAVEL Gravel is ideal for driveways and building sites. Also lower cost glacier till for sub bases and backfills, also sandy loam available.

250-562-5940

Gold, Silver & Costume Jewelry!Charm Bracelets, Rings, Chains, Necklaces, Pocket Watch Chains,Watches, Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings, Brooches, Coins, All Old Jewelry Wanted, Quality, Estate, Even Ugly & Broken Jewelry, All The Bits And Pieces You No Longer Want! Call Or Text Todd’s Coins 1.250.864 3521

CRUSH Rock, Shale, Garden Soil, Cow Manure Delivered by dump truck loads.

250-614-6667 or 250-568-2338

GROW YOUR BUSINESS For only $50 + TAX, you get 4 Display Ads in Thursday’s Business Directory plus a Classified Ad for 4 Issues Call 250.562.6666 to book your space now.

CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES! Share Birthdays, Anniversaries, and other occasions Call 250-562-6666 or email cls@pgcitizen.ca to place your announcement

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DESIGN TRENDS • HOME IMPROVEMENTS & RENOVATIONS • OUTDOOR LIVING

4 must-have features for the ultimate dream kitchen Are you updating your kitchen? If so, here are four fabulous features you may want to consider installing.

1. POT FILLER A pot filler is a swing-out faucet on a long, jointed arm that’s generally mounted over the stove. Pot fillers are extremely convenient and prevent you from having to lug heavy, water-filled pots from sink to stove.

2. FARMHOUSE SINK With their white, fireclay basins and tall, stainless-steel faucets, modern farmhouse sinks aren’t only stylish; they’re also wider and deeper than standard kitchen sinks.

This helps make cooking and cleaning a breeze.

3. DOUBLE OVEN Double ovens provide extra cooking space, so you have the flexibility to whip up multiple dishes simultaneously. They’re especially convenient if you do a lot of entertaining.

4. BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR If you want your kitchen to have a streamlined and uniform profile, a built-in refrigerator is the way to go. Built-in refrigerators sit flush with the rest of the kitchen cabinetry in the space and offer an upmarket appearance.

If you’re designing your dream kitchen, keep in mind, you don’t have to do it alone.

Consider reaching out to a home designer or general contractor in your area for help.

Kitchen lighting 101 In a kitchen, it’s best to have different types of light fixtures throughout the space that serve various functions. Here’s an overview.

AMBIENT LIGHTING This type of lighting is powerful enough to illuminate the entire room but tends to leave workspaces insufficiently lit. Recessed or can lights are a timeless choice for kitchens, as they have a low profile and work with any decor style. Alternatively, you can opt for a traditional ceiling fixture or track lights, which have individual fixtures that can be easily repositioned to better illuminate the space.

TASK LIGHTING This type of lighting is used to brighten up specific areas. Pendant lights are great to hang over a kitchen island or sink, for example, and they can contribute to the decor. These lights are best paired with recessed lighting to avoid too much visual clutter. As for countertop prep space, under-cabinet lighting is your best bet since it’s easy to install, practically invisible and won’t create shadows.

SNOW REMOVAL:

Residential • Apartments • Commercial • Industrial No site is too big or too small. We have the equipment to get the job done!

Snowplowing • Haul Away • Hand Shoveling • Sanding

To find the right light fixtures for your kitchen and elsewhere in your home, visit the hardware, home decor and specialty light stores in your area.

Landscaping Ltd. Russ Hill • 250.563.7062

Landscaping Company

Lawn Maintenance

Voted Prince George’s best Landscaping Company for the past five years!

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Welcome to the face of Century 21 Energy Realty Please meet our amazing team. Whether you are buying or selling, we would love to hear from you and make your home dreams become a reality.

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.

Shawn McLaughlin *PREC Owner/Sales Representative 250-640-5478

Shawna Kinsley Associate Broker Sales Representative, Home Girls 250-552-2757

Melissa Pineau Sales Representative Serving Mackenzie 250-997-1054

Angela Baranowski Sales Representative 778-349-1290

Gordon Langer Sales Representative 250-565-4663

Jessica Davey Sales Representative 250-301-6398

Elisha Flynn Sales Representative 250-981-9898

Gurinder Paul Sales Representative 250-613-1333

Tanner Kinsley Sales Representative 250-961-8700

Tyson Witala Sales Representative 250-981-8084

Rick Mayhew Sales Representative 250-613-3158

Paul Wilson Sales Representative 250-552-3559

Rob Clarke Sales Representative 250-719-8080

Carla Hamborg Sales Representative Home Girls 250-612-7968

Joe Postnikoff Sales Representative 778-675-4663

Morgan Young Sales Representative 250-301-6366

Lane Desjarlais Sales Representative 250-617-6187

Lindsey Hamborg Sales Representative 250-617-4506

Lee Foulds RBC Mortgage Specialist 778-349-7099

Keisha Rochon Property Management Unlicensed Assistant 250-617-4864

Nicole Wiseman Property Management Unlicensed Assistant

1310 5th Avenue | Prince George, BC V2L 3L4 | 250-564-2100 | www.century21.ca/energyrealty

5 bathroom storage solutions

Is geothermal energy right for you?

Regardless of how large or small your bathroom is, organization is the key to creating a functional, clutter-free space. Here are a few storage ideas.

binets to a bathroom, especially for renters. Opt for a cart on wheels so it can easily be moved out of the way or closer to the shower as needed.

1. BASKETS Place wire, wicker or canvas baskets beneath a floating vanity to maintain an airy feel while benefiting from additional storage. Baskets can also greatly reduce clutter on open shelves.

4. BUILT-INS Use the empty space in your walls to add shelving that doesn’t eat into the footprint of the room. You can also create small built-ins on the wall above the bathtub or next to the sink for toiletries.

Do you want to save money on your utility bills and minimize your carbon footprint? If so, you may want to upgrade to a geothermal unit for heating and cooling your home.

2. COUNTERTOP TRAY Control the chaos on your countertop by arranging toiletries on a tray alongside a potted plant, scented candle or fake bouquet. Keep small items like cotton swabs and hair clips in glass jars.

5. LADDER TOWEL RACK By leaning a wood or metal ladder against the wall, you’ll create ample space to hang towels for the whole family rather than take up wall space with several individual towel racks.

3. BAR CART This is a great alternative to adding shelves or ca-

To find these and other items for your bathroom, visit the shops in your area.

Geothermal systems use long loops of fluid buried below ground to exchange heat with the surrounding soil.

Although installing a geothermal system requires a fair amount of work, it might be a smart investment if: • You’re about to replace your fur-

nace or cooling system • You can take advantage of an energy rebate or government incentive to cut costs • You plan to stay in your home for a long time • You live on a large lot with plenty of space If you’re interested in investing in a geothermal unit for your home, make sure you get quotes from multiple companies to ensure you get the best value for your money.

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Cameron McLeod

Bonny Griffith

Rick Kerbrat

Angeline Urysty

Bruce Armstrong

Jasmine LeBrun

Bob Simmons

Sarah White

Rodger Peterson**

Mark McVey*

Garnet Weston

Lori Cruddas

Robert Lund

Ashley Woods

Lisa O’Neill

Brian Steinhauser

Kristine Newell**

Kate Nelson***

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Mike Hurrell Realtor® P.R.E.C. Managing Broker

250- 981-3100

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10 years MLS Sales Award Winner

Real Estate Services Ltd.

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FULL SERVICE AT A FAIR PRICE

FREE MARKET EVALUATION

1 BEDROOM

SION OLCDT

604 1501 QUEENSWAY Street $99,900

This 1 bdrm unit faces the Connaught Hill. The strata fees are $317.22 a month. Great complex for first time buyers. Call Carling/ John

4321 NORDIC Drive $129,900 Business is turn-key with strong financials (even during COVID) & a fantastic lease of only $505 /month that has another 34 mnths. Call Mike!

LPDT SIO N SE 106 1654 10TH Avenue $209,900

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!

SION OLCDT

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!

Matt Petkau Realtor® 250-617-8179

Jeff Wanless Realtor® 250-640-1614

John Bucur Realtor® 250-961-0001

2007, 2009-2019

250-562-6228

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Carling Groves Realtor® 250-570-7439

1 BEDROOM

SON JLAD N I

1206 1501 QUEENSWAY Street $109,900

This bright updated top floor unit boasts some of the best views overlooking Connaught Hill Park. Call Mike!

SION OLCDT

88 684 NORTH FRASER Drive $132,500 (Quesnel)

1 BEDROOM

SOSLEPDT

SOOLCDT

705 1501 QUEENSWAY Street $114,900

236 5130 North Nechako Rd $117,500

IN

This beautifully renovated 1-bedroom unit has a glorious view of the city and mountains, new kitchen, redone bathroom. Call Mike!

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!

G N I D N PE

G N I D N PE

302 3644 ARNETT Avenue $189,900

Looking for a newer modular in a central location with city services and within walking distance to most amenities! Call John!

This lovely renovated top floor corner unit with a balcony will really impress. It boasts 2 large bedrooms, a totally renovated. Call Mike!

SOSLEPDT

SION NLODV

IN

207 3033 S OSPIKA BVLD $254,900

This lovely updated 2 bdrm 2 bath end-unit boasts a wonderful shaded terrace & has direct access from elevators with no stairs to the unit. Call Mike!

IN

728 NORTH NECHAKO Road $259,900 This rock solid true Rancher is in a perfect North Nechako location, on full city services. Call Mike!

2212 VICTORIA Street $189,900

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

7105 CARIBOU Road $269,900

This clean and renovated 3 bedroom mobile with addition is on a gorgeous park-like 1/3 acre lot with over 230’ of frontage. Call Mike!

NG I D N E P 8180 W 16 Highway - $299,900 PER ACRE

2643 Abbott Cres $339,900

#105 1638 6TH Avenue $339,900

C6-zoned commercial property on busy corner of Hwy 16 West and Western Rd, with municipal services. Call Mike!

This well built solid house with great layout, features three good sizes bedrooms upstairs, master bedroomwith two pcs ensuite. Call John!

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

D L O S OCT

SION DLEDC

SONLODV

SION OLCDT

2306 OAK Street $350,888

4532 HUNTER Avenue $359,900

7761 LOYOLA Drive $379,900

IN

Completely updated owner occupied home sits on 3 city lots & is ready to move in. Private fully fenced yard has fire pit & amazing gardens. Call Mike

SODLEDC IN

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!

SION DLEDC

6435 BURKITT ROAD $649,900

This stunning Frank Plank built home is completely updated and boasts a wonderful private yard in a perfect hart location close to everything. Call Mike!

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

SION ALUDG

6240 SIMON FRASER Avenue $437,500

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

IN

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

VANDERHOOF

SION NLODV

2926 RIVERVIEW Drive $439,900

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

3924 ESTABROOK CRT $899,900

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!

2527 Norwood $389,900

D L O SIN OCT 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

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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!

2145 E BITTNER Rd $269,900

This renovated starter duplex in the fantastic Blackburn subdivision is nicely renovated on one side and is a perfect break in to the market. Call Mike!!

LPDT SIO N SE

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!

SOALUDG

SION DLEDC

IN

6906 Adam Dr $439,900

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

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!

8104 W 16 Highway $2,999,900

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