Prince George Citizen January 20, 2022

RECOVERY

“There are people that can help you get clean” PAGE 3

MUSIC

Metis singer releases songs of healing PAGE 11

School trustees want change

TED CLARKE Citizen staff

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).

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.

See REPORT, page 4

Man charged with murder

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. Simpson is being held in custody pending a court date.

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RIDING, FAST AND SLOW Left, Krystal Cameron rides Booker around the Prince George Agriplex on Sunday afternoon while competing in the Prince George Rodeo Association’s barrel race event. Above, Amelia Denman rides Sweet with some help as she took part in the barrel racing, too

‘There are people that can help you get clean’

What successful recovery looks like for one Prince George woman

CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

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

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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‘They’re using School District 57 as a scapegoat’

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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.

“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.”

Group formed to tackle school district racism

HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff

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.

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

“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

“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.

Student lands funds for business project

CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

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.

FIGHTING FOR PUCK POSSESSION

This week in local sports

FRIDAY

WHL hockey – Prince George Cougars vs. Kamloops Blazers, 7 p.m., CN Centre.

OUT OF TOWN

BCHL hockey – Prince George Spruce Kings in Trail to play the Trail Smoke Eaters, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

U SPORTS Canada West Basketball – UNBC Timberwolves in Kelowna to face the UBC-Okanagan Heat Friday and Saturday.

BC Elite Hockey League – U18 triple-A female - Northern Capitals vs. Fraser Valley Rush, Saturday, Vanderhoof Arena,1 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. (Winter Classic

outdoor game in Fort St. James), Ernie Sam Memorial Arena, 10 a.m.

U18 triple-A male – Cariboo Cougars vs. Fraser Valley Thunderbirds, (Winter Classic outdoor game in Fort St. James), Saturday, 6:30 p.m., Ernie Sam Memorial Arena, Sunday, Fort Forum in Fort St. James, 12:30 a.m.

U-17 triple-A male – Cariboo Cougars vs. Fraser Valley Thunderbirds, Saturday, 8:15 p.m., Sunday, 9:45 a.m., in Abbotsford.

U-15 triple-A male – Cariboo Cougars vs. Fraser Valley Thunderbirds, Saturday, 7:15 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m., in Abbotsford.

The Cariboo U17AAA Cougars beat the Fraser Valley U17AAA Thunderbirds 4-3 in overtime on Saturday in Kin 1, splitting the weekend series after the Thunderbirds won Friday’s game by a score of 8-2.

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CongratulationstoMiltonMahoneyofPrince

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

We acknowledge the financial support of the government of Canada. Nous reconnaissons l’appli financier du gouvernement du Canada.

Being wrong being optimistic

One 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

THINKING ALOUD

TRUDY KLASSEN

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

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

Cancelling Oliver’s Army

In 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

LESSONS IN LEARNING

GERRY CHIDIAC

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

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

TUTU’S FLAWS

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.

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.

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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.

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

● Yes, the more people that are fully vaccinated, the better. 379 votes, 64 per cent

● Yes, but it should have happened over Christmas. 144 votes, 25 per cent

● No, because they need to be in more locations, not one main spot. 28 votes, 5 per cent

● 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

● Quite happy - a definite improvement. 160 votes, 22 per cent

● Same as in past years. 208 votes, 29 per cent

● Quite unhappy - a step backwards. 98 votes, 14 per cent

● Very unhappy - as bad as ever 96 votes, 13 per cent

Unvaxxed tax isn’t right

Well, 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

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.

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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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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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.

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.

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

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.

Actors sought for movie

CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

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)

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.

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 Morrison30s (Open Ethnicity)

Pretty and affable, Mary Morrison is Mayberry Elementary School’s Grade 5

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

Healthy North

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

By Laurel Burton, NH HealthySettings Advisor

Now that children ages 5-11 are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, Iwanted to learn more about what kids think of the vaccine.

Idecidedtosit downwith my 8-year-old nephew, Jackson, and ask him about the COVID-19 vaccine and whyhe’sexcited to get it. Here’sour conversation:

Hi, Jackson! Whydoyou want to get the COVID-19 vaccine?

Iwant to getthe COVID-19 vaccine because it makes me feel safe to do the thingsI like to do, like travelling.Ireally liketotravel with my family; we used to travel before the COVID-19 pandemic started. I’ll feel safer travelling again when Iget vaccinated. I’m also excited to be abletohelpkeep my family safe, especially my grandparents and my youngersister,who isn’told enough to get the vaccine. Ialso really liketoplay with the other kids on my street and at school, so if Iget the vaccine Ican help keep them safe.

What would you saytokids who are nervous about getting aneedle?

I’ve had some needles before, likethe flu shot needle, so Iknow that needles can be scary. If other kids said theywere nervous, Iwould saythattheymight feel apinch or a prick from the needle, but it’sworth it to get the vaccine so that theycan be protected from COVID-19. Ithink it’sbetter to get the needle and feel asmall pinch than to get

COVID-19,becauseCOVID can makeyou sick anditcan makepeople around you sick. Iwould also tell my friends to ask their parents if theyhavequestions about the vaccine and the needle.

What would you saytofamilies who are worried about the COVID-19 vaccine?

Ithink families should talk about the vaccinetogether. I’ve learned from my parents that scientists have tested the vaccine alot and it’ssafe to get; alot safer than getting COVID-19.

Whatwill you do right aftergetting the vaccine?

Iwill get afun snack!

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

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

Learnmore 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 firstdose only.Second dose,third dose, and booster

doses require an appointmentfor those eligible.

To bookanappointment, 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

Foradditional information, pleasevisit: northernhealth.ca/health-topics/covid19-immunization-clinics

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Obituaries

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, 1932December 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.

Her funeral was held on December 11th, 2021

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Thefamilywishestosendaspecialthankyoutothe amazingstaffatthePrinceGeorgeHospice,Dr.Greyell, Woodridge,OlsenandBuchanan,fortheirexceptional careandcompassion.

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REMEMBRANCES

MILLER,Chelsey May31,1987-December30,2021

ThefamilyofChelseySheaMiller(neeMcNicholas)of Penticton,BC,issaddenedtoannounceherpassingat theageof34years.ChelseydiedonDec30,2021.Sheis survivedbyherhusbandRaymondMiller,parents MichaelandAnnMarieMcNicholas,grandmotherDoreen, father-in-lawWestonandSydney,manyaunts,uncles, cousinsandin-lawsinIreland,England,Scotland,USA andCanada.AservicewillbeheldatProvidenceFuneral Homebyinvitationat11amonSaturday,January15, 2022.AllCOVID-19restrictionswillbefollowed.The servicewillbelivestreamedforthosethatcannotattend.

Inlieuofflowers,donationscanbemadetoChildren’s HospitalinVancouver.Condolencescanbeleftat www.providencefuneralhomes.com

Henry WESTLE

23 September 1943 - 04 January 2022

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.

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.

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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.

In loving memory of

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.

“Grief is just love with no place to go”

BUSSE, Walter Buddy

Aug 10, 1944Dec 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.

As you share the stories and the memories of how they lived their lives and how very much they meant, may you find comfort...

RonwasborntoMildred andLeslie Newson andwas raised in East Vancouverwhere he played American football andrugbyand graduatedin 1955 from VancouverTechnical School. Beingalifelonghardworker, he was fired from an earlyjob as hisbossrecognized hispotential to do greaterthings. His career then startedatGeneralElectric Warehousewhere he quicklyadvanced to thesales deskand soon again, to the sales department. G.E. transferredhim to Montreal for2years wherehebecame theProduct Manager, after whichhe went back to Vancouvertoser vice major applianceaccounts.

In 1964, Ron, hiswifeand daughters Darleneand Tracey, movedtoPrince George to open RonNewson’sT Vand ApplianceCentreonGeorge Street, the first in PG. In 1973 he opened RonNewsonFurniture on Victoria St and2nd, laterbecomingRon Newson Home Furnishings. From there, he had numerous businesses; includingTalisman repairs, whichsuppliedwashersand dr yers forall theapartments, andthe firstrent-to-own store in PG -Maison FurnitureRentals

Throughout hislifeand career,Ron was also agreat supportertomanyaround him. Thereare numerous stories of gratitude from thoseheguidedand helpedset up in businessfor themselves, goingasfar as providing financial support, schooling, andbusinessadvice To many,hewas atrustedfriend, mentor, father figureand dependableleader who wascounted on time andtimeagain. Many of hisfriendships were lifelong and hisrelationships went deep.

“Ser vice aboveself”.Ron believed in investinginthose around him as well as hiscommunity andwas an amazing leader helpingbuild many clubshe

“For so many to feel such fr iendship,loveand loss only to realizeweare each just a small, butsig nificant,par tofan incredible mans’legacy”

Ronald Edward Ne wson

December 15th, 1935

December 5th, 2021

belongedto. He joined Rotary in PG in 1970, wasaPaulHarrisSociety member anda benefactorofthe Rotary foundation.In2021, he wasinductedasa senatorofKamloopsWestRotar y, which is an honorreser vedfor thosewho have dedicated theirlives to Rotary.Ron and Barb travelledtoseveralinternational conferences, volunteeredat, andattended meetings at clubsall over theworld, were involved in countlessfundraisersto helpthose in need andhostednumerous exchange students that still call him Dad to this day. Rotary’s Four-waytestasks four questions: Is it thetruth?Isitfairto all concerned? Will it buildgoodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned? Ronexemplifiedthe four-waytest. Ronwentthrough life selflesslyhelping Thefunnythingabout inspiration,kindness, or aripple, is that we have no ideahow faritwill reachor theeffectitcould have.Hetruly hada heartlikenoother!

Ronwas also dedicated to theYMCA. He wasrecruited to theboard of thePG YMCA in the80’sand waspartofthe leadership Group(volunteersand staff ) that went about saving thePGYMCA from insolvency. He dideverythinghe knew how, to helpmakethings better andheremainedacommitted Yleader rightthrough theSeniorVolunteer ranks to Treasurer, Vice President, President andPastPresident. Part of thereason thereisstill aYinPGwas duetohis leadership.Hesubsequentlygot involved in theKamloopsYboard anddid 2terms as BoardLeader andagain played arole in salvaging andkeeping theKamloops Yalive to servethe community.Hewas on theboard when they decidedtoraffle ahome. Well knownasthe ‘Y Dream Home’, it has become aver yvaluable fundraiser nowinits 26thyear. Ron waswellliked andrespected in Ycircles acrossBCand Canada beingbotha

characterand an articulate, genuine leader.Healsoreceivedthe Outstanding Community Service awardfor contributingsignificantly to thequality of Life in theCommunity in PG in 1994.

Ronand Barb starteddatingin1987 andin1994, movedtoKamloopsand purchased their‘dream’ home on the river, wheretheyweremarried in 1995. As always, thedream required alot of hard work anddedication. Together they createdapiece of paradise andanopendoor home that has hostedhundredsof gatherings andpeoplefromaroundthe world. They continuedtheir love of travel andmade friends wherever they went.It wasnothingtoarrive home andshortly thereafter takeoff to stay in another countr ywithnew friends they hadmade or vice versa. Don’ttalk to strangers wasnot hismotto…he’dinvitethemto come stay in hishome! Trulypillarsof thecommunity,theyspent much time volunteering andfundraising, giving how andwherevertheycould. They continued to travel foraslongaspossible, spending time each year in Maui,Borrego Springs, andwhicheverlarge trip they could make.Itwasn’tunheard of forthemtobe workingasoup kitchen in Maui

Ron’spassions also includedgolf, his vehicle collection,socializing, tellinga good stor yorjokeand making people laugh. He hadaway of laughingthe hardestathimself andhis energy was contagious.Hecould always gettothe heartofwhomeverhemet. Their home wascommonlyreferredtoas‘ TheZoo’ forhis love of animalsmeant constantly gettingmore…dogs, cats,rabbits, fish.A good dog bookcould break hisheart and we trulyconsidered sendinghim off with apocketfull of dog treats

He wasthe appleofhis kids and grandchildren’s eye. Spendingtimeatthe

lake with both hisfamilies andalways theretosupport andguide andinstill a strong work ethic. He willbemissedmore than wordscan explain. Ronissur vived by Barb(wife), stepdaughterDana (Shane)&grandsonLogan,stepson Curt (Taira) &grandchildren Meila&Griffin; daughter Darlene(Stan)&granddaughter Alyssa (Ryan); daughter Tracey (Conrad) &grandchildren; Carisa (Andy); Miranda(Kirk); Chaseand Cole,as well as great-grandchildren: Eli, Raidan, Salem, Anisha,Cypress,Shaylin, Sasha &Seth; brotherRay (Bernice) as well as numerous nephewsand nieces.

Ronwas welcomedhomebyhis oldest grandson Garrettand is surrounded by hisPet Sanctuar y. Days later, they welcomednephewDoug.

Ourfamilywould like to thankeveryone whosupported us in Ron’stimeofneed; hisfriends that continuedtotakehim on weekly outings (you know whoyou are): RIH; PonderosaLodge as well as friends fortheir cards, flowers, food,and hugs.

If youwereRon’s friend,you were likely hisfamilyand he wasaman wholoved hisfamilydearly, whotookcareofothers, andwho triedtoleave theworld abetter place than when he enteredit. Hiswish wasgranted as he passed away at home in hissleep

Ronalwayswantedto“Buy thelastdrink” so aser vice willbepostponed until he/we cansafelydoso. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating yourtimeormoney to your localfoodbankorSPCA.

“Eachjourney begins with onestep. Each friendship begins with onehandshake” “May thehingesoffriendship neverrust”

Earl Cameron Sweet

Born- Dewberry, AB-Oct. 21, 1940

Passed- Prince George, BC - Jan. 10, 2022

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.

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.

REMEMBRANCES

In Loving Memory of Herbert Johnston Maxwell

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. No service by request.

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.

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.

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.

Rest in Peace dear friend.

A Mass of Christian burial will take place at 10:00am on January 22, 2022 at Immaculate Conception Parish with Fr. Chris Lynch officiating. Out of an abundance of caution and for the protection and safety of all, we insist on proof of vaccination and masked upon entering the church premises. Mass will be virtual and assessable 10 minutes prior to the beginning of mass at www.icparish.ca

With the opportunity for great personalization, the funeral service can truly reflect the uniqueness of the life it honours. Contact us to find out more.

Johnston - Director

Aino-Liisa Ukonmaanaho (Kero)

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!

Born October 21, 1970

Passed January 10, 2022

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.

REMEMBRANCES

Dan Gaboury (1948-2022)

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.

June Herdman 1937-2022

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.

Ronald Richard Erickson

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

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Established Franchise Photography Business

Serving Northern B.C for over 35 years

Gross Revenues of $150.000 plus annually from seasonal work Lots of opportunity to expand the business. Transition support available to the right buyer

Serious Enquiries Only

Office 250-596-9199 Cell 250-981-1472

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Established Franchise Tax Preparation Business Mackenzieservicing and McLeod Lake area for over 30 years.

Gross Revenues of $85,000 to $90,000 Annually and Potential to expand revenues in a growing economy.

Transition support available for the right buyer.

Serious Inquires Only

Office (250)997-9003

Home (250)997-5538

Cell (250)990-0152

Skilled Help

The Prince George Citizen is looking for a freelance photographer. Interested candidates please email lsmith@glaciermedia.ca along with some samples of your best photos.

Trucking & Transport

Experienced Class 1 gravel truck driver required in PG area (250) 614-6667

Logging Contractors

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Dollar Saver lumber operates a lumber re-manufacturing operation in Prince George We currently have an opportunity in our management group for a Sales Production coordinator.

This position is responsible to perform the following functions:

• Co-ordinate purchase of raw material to meet mill requirements

Gr aDers ( FT or PT ) for

Cres Prince George, BC or email keyles@lumber.ca or gobbi1@telus.net Fax: 250.561.2111

Looking for a New Career Direction?

• Co-ordinate Shipments of finished products to existing customers.

• Work with Mill Management to ensure optimal inventories are maintained.

• Communicate with customers to ensure their needs are being met

Preference will be given for persons

• Good computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualities

• The ability to deal with customer needs in a calm constructive manner

• The ability to adjust to rapidly changing conditions and developments

• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Good analytical skills

The position offers:

• A competitive salary and benefit package

• Opportunity to work in friendly non- bureaucratic environment

Please submit your resume to Frank Skerlak, General Sales Manager at fskerlak@lumber.ca or Bev at: gobbi1@telus.net

Only those persons chosen for an interview will be contacted.

PrinceG eorge Native FriendshipC entre

“Weare adynamic andcompassionate team facilitating individual,family, andcommunity growth,wellbeingand mutual understandingthrough the“poweroffriendship”.

Come join ourdynamic, highlymotivated,SeniorLeadership team as a:

Director, Employment &Training

Youhaveprovenleadership experience in an educationorsocialservices organization,withafocus on Employment &Training. Youare passionate about developing employment andtraininginitiatives. Youhaveextensive knowledgeofthe:social services sector, community-based programs andservices, fundingsources, andcommunity andBoard relations.

This SeniorManagementrolewillberesponsible forensuringthe coordinationofall employment andtrainingprograms and services; in addition to,developing newemploymentand traininginitiatives andfundingopportunities. Thesuccessful candidate willhave:

•ABachelor’sdegreeinadministration,education,socialser vices, or otherrelated humanser vices field. Or theequivalent combinationofeducation andexperience

•Aminimum of five (5)years experience workingata management levelinacommunity-based not-for-profitorganization

•Provenexperience in proposal writingand writingreports on:activities, strategicworkplans,goalsand objectives.

•Athoroughappreciation,awareness,working experience andsensitivity of Aboriginal history andculture,aswellasanin-depth understandingofthe complexities of workingwithdiversepopulations.

•Superiorcommunicationskillsincluding: presentationskills, writingability,computer proficiency andauthentic interpersonal skills.

•Ademonstratedability to work with adiverse clienteleonanindividualand groupbasis

•Demonstratedteamworkand leadership skills

•In-depth knowledgeofthe socialser vice sector,community-based programs andser vices, fundingsources, andcommunity and Boardrelations

•Successfully completeCriminal Record Clearances, includingEnhancedSecurityClearance

•Avalid driver’slicense andprovide driver’s abstract.

•Bewillingtowork flexible hoursand participate in the“Weekend On-Call”rotationwhichrespondstocriticalincidents, and provides othersupportsto thePGNFC.

To apply for this position,pleasevisit ourwebsite to submityourresumeand coverletterat https://pgnfc.prevueaps.com by Januar y30, 2022

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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.

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

BAILIFF SALE

Notice of Proposed Rogers CommunicationInc.Telecommunications Facility

Description: As part of thepublic consultation processrequiredbyInnovation, Scienceand Economic DevelopmentCanada (ISED),formerlyIndustry Canada,RogersCommunicationInc is inviting thepublictocomment on aproposedtelecommunications facility consistingofa73.5 metreself-supporttower and ancillary radioequipment in ordertoprovidedependablewireless dataand voicecommunication servicestoareas in southPrinceGeorge.

Location: 8715 WILLOW CALE ROAD,PRINCEGEORGE, BC (PID:028-038-916)

Coordinates: 53.845887° N, -122.742141° W

For More Information: ContactRogersCommunicationsInc.at:

TawnyVerigin

c/oCypress LandServices

Agents to Rogers Communications Inc. Suite1051, 409Granville Street

Vancouver, BC V6C1T2

Tel: 1.855.301.1520

Email: publicconsultation@cypresslandservices.com

Thepubliciswelcome to comment on the proposal by theend of thebusinessday on February21, 2022,respect to this matter

Rogers File:W3516 –South Prince George

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

REAL ESTATE LISTINGS

4 must-have features for the ultimate dream kitchen

Areyouupdatingyourkitchen?Ifso,here arefourfabulousfeaturesyoumaywantto considerinstalling.

1.

POT FILLER

Apotfillerisaswing-outfaucetonalong, jointed arm that’s generally mounted over the stove. Pot fillers are extremely convenient and prevent you from having to lug heavy,water-filledpotsfromsinktostove.

2. FARMHOUSE SINK

With their white, fireclay basins and tall, stainless-steel faucets, modern farmhouse sinksaren’tonlystylish;they’realsowider and deeper than standard kitchen sinks. This helps make cooking and cleaning a breeze.

3. DOUBLE OVEN

Doubleovensprovideextracookingspace, so you have the flexibility to whip up multiple dishes simultaneously. They’re especiallyconvenientifyoudoalotofentertaining.

4. BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR

If you want your kitchen to have a streamlined and uniform profile, a built-in refrigeratoristhewaytogo.Built-inrefrigeratorssitflushwiththerestofthekitchen cabinetry in the space and offer an upmarketappearance.

If you’re designing your dream kitchen, keepinmind,youdon’thavetodoitalone. Consider reaching out to a home designer orgeneralcontractorinyourareaforhelp.

Kitchen lighting 101

Inakitchen, it’sbesttohavedifferent types of light fixtures throughout the space that serve various functions. Here’s an overview

AMBIENT LIGHTING

Thistypeoflightingispowerfulenoughto 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,youcanoptforatraditional ceiling fixture or track lights, which have individual fixtures that can be easily repositionedtobetterilluminatethespace.

TASK LIGHTING

Thistypeoflightingisusedtobrightenup 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 invisibleandwon’tcreateshadows.

To find the right light fixtures for your kitchenandelsewhereinyourhome,visit the hardware, home decor and specialty lightstoresinyourarea

SNOW REMOVAL:

Residential•Apartments• Commercial •Industrial No siteistoo bigortoo small. We have the equipment to getthe jobdone! Snowplowing• Haul Away •Hand Shoveling•Sanding

5 bathroom storage solutions

Regardless of how large or small your bathroom is,organizationisthekeytocreatingafunctional, clutter-freespace.Hereareafewstorageideas.

1. BASKETS

Place wire, wicker or canvas baskets beneath a floatingvanitytomaintainanairyfeelwhilebenefiting from additional storage. Baskets can also greatlyreduceclutteronopenshelves.

2. COUNTERTOP TRAY

Controlthechaosonyourcountertopbyarranging toiletriesonatrayalongsideapottedplant,scented candleorfakebouquet.Keepsmallitemslikecottonswabsandhairclipsinglassjars.

3. BAR CART

Thisisagreatalternativetoaddingshelvesorca-

binets to a bathroom, especially for renters. Opt foracartonwheelssoitcaneasilybemovedout ofthewayorclosertotheshowerasneeded.

4. BUILT-INS

Usetheemptyspaceinyourwallstoaddshelving thatdoesn’teatintothefootprintoftheroom.You can also create small built-ins on the wall above thebathtubornexttothesinkfortoiletries.

5. LADDER TOWEL RACK

By leaning a wood or metal ladder against the wall,you’llcreateamplespacetohangtowelsfor the whole family rather than take up wall space withseveralindividualtowelracks

To find these and other items for your bathroom, visittheshopsinyourarea.

Is geothermal energy right for you?

Doyouwanttosavemoneyonyour utility bills and minimize your carbonfootprint?Ifso,youmaywantto upgradetoageothermalunitforheatingandcoolingyourhome.

Geothermalsystemsuselongloopsof fluid buried below ground to exchangeheatwiththesurroundingsoil. Althoughinstallingageothermalsystemrequiresafairamountofwork,it mightbeasmartinvestmentif:

•You’reabouttoreplaceyourfur-

naceorcoolingsystem

•Youcantakeadvantageofan energyrebateorgovernmentincentivetocutcosts

•Youplantostayinyourhome foralongtime

•Youliveonalargelotwithplenty ofspace

If you’re interested in investing in a geothermalunitforyourhome,make sure you get quotes from multiple companiestoensureyougetthebest valueforyourmoney

Kaycie

Janine