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Eatery ‘high hazard’ CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

The Fresh Tomato Pie restaurant in Prince George has two recent high hazard ratings for customers who consume the food, Northern Health has reported on its restaurant ratings web page.

A routine health inspection done on April 22 by a Northern Health public health protection officer came back with

a high hazard rating. The second inspection on May 10 of the restaurant at 1739 Nicholson Street South also came back with a report of high hazard rating that showed little improvement.

According to Northern Health a high hazard rating means “the facility’s current operation significantly increases the risk of food borne illness and the operator must take immediate corrective action.

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An Alberta man convicted of luring a child online, and under a court order not to attend community centres where there are children, was an exhibitor at Northern FanCon in Prince George.

Bradley Lawrence Whalen was selling bobblehead toys under the business name Galactic Funko during the event, held May 13-15 at CN Centre and the Kin Centre arenas.

In April 2006, he was sentenced to six months in jail for unlawfully using a computer to communicate with a person believed to be under 14 years of age for the purpose of facilitating an indecent act, according to documents provided to the Citizen by the Nova Scotia Judiciary and Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service. During the same hearing, he was also sentenced for robbery, wearing a mask while committing an offence, theft, two counts of fraud and mischief from separate incidents.

The terms added up to three years and seven months in jail.

An exhibitor familiar with Whalen, who asked not to have their name or business identified, recognized him at Northern FanCon and was uncomfortable with him being there.

“It was definitely Brad that was

working the booth in Prince George,” the exhibitor said. “A guy like him… selling items that are oriented to children.

These things are vinyl dolls, and yes there are adult collectors… but they’re primarily oriented to children.”

The exhibitor said they’ve seen Whalen at similar events across Western Canada.

In an emailed statement, Northern FanCon Society president Lonnie Eckardt said the event organizers were notified about Whalen’s presence at the event.

“It is Northern FanCon policy that vendors identify themselves upon check in via our vendor manager in order to receive their table/vendor package. I did not personally speak with Mr. Whalen, however, I understand that our vendor manager did speak with him prior to the accusation (on check-in)...” Eckardt said in an email. “We were alarmed to find out that this individual was at Northern FanCon.” In addition to the jail sentence issued in 2006, Whalen was also ordered to register as a sex offender for a period of 10 years and was issued a 20-year prohibition order, according to information provided by the Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service.

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PUBLIC HEARINGS / CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATIONS WHAT: City Council consideration of: • Two (2) Liquor Licence Applications

This application will facilitate an increase in liquor service by two hours for the Ignite Night Club (formerly known as Generator Entertainment Services Limited). The hours of liquor service are proposed to be changed with the application as follows:

Public hearings for City Council consideration of third readings of: • “City of Prince George Official Community Plan No. 8383, 2011, Amendment Bylaw No. 9237, 2021” • “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 9238, 2021”

• From Monday – Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. to Monday – Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m.

There are no proposed changes to the existing occupancy load.

WHEN: Monday, June 13, 2022

The Liquor Licence Application applies to the properties legally described as Lots 13 and 14, Block 44, District Lot 343, Cariboo District, Plan 1268, as shown outlined in bold black on Location Map #2 below.

WHERE: Council Chambers of City Hall, 2nd Floor, 1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, BC

Notice of City Council’s decision will be forwarded to the LCRB for their review and final determination on this Application.

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The applicant has applied to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) to permit the use of a seasonal rooftop patio at the Black Clover Pub located on the subject property.

This application will facilitate the continued use of the seasonal rooftop patio which is temporarily permitted under the LCRB’s Temporary Expanded Service Area (TESA) authorization.

The hours of liquor service are not proposed to be changed with the application as follows: • Monday – Sunday: 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

The occupancy load is proposed to be increased as follows: • From 300 patrons to 400 patrons.

The Liquor Licence Application applies to the property legally described as Parcel C of Block 165, District Lot 343, Cariboo District, Plan 1268, as shown outlined in bold black on Location Map #1 below.

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Location Map #2 1232 and 1244 3rd Avenue 3. “City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 8383, 2011, Amendment Bylaw No. 9237, 2021” AND “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 9238, 2021” Applicant: Kirk Gable for Roswitha Friedmann Subject Property: 2361 and 2385 Hart Highway Time: 7:00 p.m.

The purpose of these applications is to amend the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw to allow the existing houses on the subject properties to be consistent with the existing residential uses. The subject bylaws apply to the properties legally described as Lots 1 and 2, District Lot 4377, Cariboo District, Plan 9186 as shown outlined in bold black on Location Map #3 below.

1. “City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 8383, 2011, Amendment Bylaw No. 9237, 2021” Bylaw No. 9237, 2021 proposes to amend “City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 8383, 2011” by re-designating the subject property from Business District, Service Commercial to Neighbourhood Residential, as shown on Appendix “A” to Bylaw 9237, 2021.

2. “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 9238, 2021” Bylaw No. 9238, 2021 proposes to amend “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007” by rezoning the subject property from C4: Local Commercial to RT2: Two-Unit Residential as shown on Appendix “A” to Bylaw No. 9238, 2021.

Location Map #1 1165 5th Avenue 2. Liquor Licence Application No. LL100181

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Applicant: Walter McCue for Tandoori Nation Restaurants Ltd., Inc. No. BC0955630 Subject Property: 1232 and 1244 3rd Avenue Time: 6:00 p.m.

The applicant has applied to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) to change their existing Liquor Primary Licence located on the subject properties.

Location Map #3 2361 and 2385 Hart Highway

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PUBLIC HEARINGS/ CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATIONS HOW CAN I PROVIDE COMMENT? Members of the public who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws are invited to provide comments to Council by the methods noted below.

Members of the public wishing to provide comments to Council on the following Applications may only do so by submitting comments in writing: • Liquor Licence Application LL100175; and • Liquor Licence Application LL100181.

Members of the public wishing to provide comments to Council on the following Bylaws may do so by submitting comments in writing or via telephone or in person during the Public Hearing: • “City of Prince George Official Community Plan No. 8383, 2011, Amendment Bylaw No. 9237, 2021”; and • “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 9238, 2021”.

WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS Written comments received by the Corporate Officer before 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 7, 2022 will be available on the published meeting agenda for Council’s review in advance of the meeting date.

Written comments received after the noted deadline and before 12:00 p.m., Monday, June 13, 2022 will be provided to Council on the day of the meeting for their consideration during deliberations on the application.

Written comments may be sent by email to cityclerk@princegeorge.ca, faxed to (250)561-0183, or mailed or delivered to the address noted on the bottom of this Notice.

Written comments will form part of the Council agenda, become public record, and are posted on the City’s website. By submitting a written comment, you are consenting to the disclosure of any personal information that you provide.

ATTEND BY TELEPHONE To participate in the Public Hearing by telephone, members of the public should dial into the meeting at least 10 minutes before the start of the Public Hearing by calling 1-877-708-3350, Access Code: 1269574#.

ATTEND IN PERSON Members of the public who wish to speak to Council in person can do so during the Public Hearing in Council Chambers on the 2nd Floor of City Hall at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 13, 2022.

City of Prince George open Council meetings are public and may be televised, streamed live by webcast, recorded, and archived on the City’s website for viewing by the public. By attending an open Council meeting or making a submission at a public hearing, you are consenting to the disclosure of any personal information that you provide.

For more detailed information on providing submissions to Council, please visit www.princegeorge.ca/publichearings.

Authority Personal information is collected under the authority of section 26(g) and disclosed under the authority of section 33.1(1) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).

For information or questions, contact the City’s FIPPA Coordinator at (250)561-7600 or 1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, BC, V2L 3V9.

NEED MORE INFORMATION? A copy of the proposed bylaws, applications, and other related documents will be available for review by the public on the City’s website www.princegeorge.ca under ‘News and Notices’ beginning Wednesday, June 1, 2022. These documents may also be reviewed at the Development Services office on the 2nd Floor of City Hall on June 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 13, 2022 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

WHO CAN I SPEAK TO? For more information, please contact Development Services in person, by telephone at (250)561-7611, or by email to devserv@princegeorge.ca.

Tel. (250) 561-7600 • Fax (250) 612-5605 • 1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, BC V2L 3V9 311@princegeorge.ca Visit princegeorge.ca for information about City services and operations. You can even subscribe to receive information directly to your inbox. Visit news.princegeorge.ca/subscribe to select the categories that matter to you.

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The exhibitor area of Northern FanCon is seen in a 2016 Citizen file photo.

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The prohibition order, issued on May 15, 2006, says Whalen “shall not attend any public park or public swimming area, where persons under the age of fourteen years are present or can reasonably be expected to be present, or daycare centre, school ground, playground or community centre.”

In addition, the order prohibited Whalen from working at jobs or volunteering in capacities that involve being in a position of trust with children under 14 and from using computers to communicate with people under the age of 14.

Whalen went by the name Bradley Sampson and was 23 years old at the time of his conviction.

In January 2013, a provincial court judge in Halifax granted Whalen’s application to amend the order to allow him to be in those previously-prohibited areas, but only if he is accompanied by a person over the age of 18, according to an audio recording of the court proceeding. The judge also updated the order to reflect Whalen’s legal name, Bradley Lawrence Whalen.

Whalen’s convictions became public in 2021, after he declared his intention to run for mayor, then city council, in Lethbridge, according to reports by the Lethbridge Herald, Lethbridge News Now and CTV Calgary. Whalen was the founder and owner of a Star Wars-themed restaurant and pub in Lethbridge called the Coco Vanilla Galactic Cantina.

When reached by the Citizen on Thursday, Whalen declined to comment on the record.

‘MY KIDS COLLECT THOSE THINGS’ Prince George makeup and face paint artist Mandy Paavola said she was told about Whalen by another exhibitor on Friday afternoon. Paavola, who operates MP Makeup Artistry, had a booth in the Kin 1 set up to do children’s face painting.

Paavola said the event and exhibitor area were full of children. Admittance to the event was free for children 12 and under.

“He went to jail for luring children,” Paavola said. “His booth is fun, it’s full of toys. I have an 11- and a 13-year old. My

kids collect those things.”

Paavola said when she found out about Whalen’s past on Friday, she emailed Northern FanCon organizer Dyanne Lybbert with her concerns, but didn’t receive any response.

“They just let him stay,” Paavola said.

“I would have gone and confronted him about it and asked him to leave.”

‘WE DID EVERYTHING IN OUR POWER’ Eckardt said safety is a top priority for the Northern FanCon Society.

“Obviously, the safety of everyone attending and working at our event is paramount to us. We were notified of this individual on our premises by someone at our event and we looked into it immediately,” Eckardt said. “We could not find evidence that he was not allowed in our province or that he was not to be around minors; he was not listed on the sex offenders registry. No other concerns from anyone else during the event were brought forward to us.”

Eckardt said all volunteers working with children at the event are required to provide a criminal record check, as are all the volunteers who liaison with the event’s celebrity guests – measures not taken at many other pop culture conventions.

“Still, it’s disheartening to know this happened,” he said. “Now that this has occurred, we will be taking this opportunity to further strengthen our safety measures and will be looking into our policies as we move forward regarding vendor participation. Aside from the security measures I just listed, we also have on-site security, and we do not allow children to roam freely at Northern FanCon without the supervision of an adult.”

Although the organizers have plans in place for a wide range of possible emergencies at the event, they didn’t foresee the situation like the one that happened this year, he said.

“While we are extremely glad that nothing happened with this individual, it’s still upsetting, not only to us but to those who come to our event and feel safe,” Eckardt said. “We do believe that thanks to the help of the person who notified us about this individual, we did everything in our power to keep our FanCon goers safe.”

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Gathering marks anniversary NOTICE OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION

TEMPORARY USE PERMIT No. 264 What: Public Consultation regarding Temporary Use Permit No. 264 Owner: Valorie Radley Proposal: The purpose of Temporary Use Permit No. 264 is to allow Recreational Vehicle Storage Facility use on the subject property for a three-year period. The subject property is legally described as District Lot 1532 Cariboo District, Except Plans A 98, 20387, 30940, PGP42927 And BCP37998 and is located at 15470 Miworth Rd.

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It’s been one year since the discovery of the 215 graves at Kamloops Indian Residential School, and a gathering to commemorate the date was held near School District No. 57 (SD57) offices on the corner of Highway 16.

The same gathering was held a year previously, organized by Sonya Rock, a Gitxsan member, residential school survivor and vice-principal at Nusdeh Yoh Elementary.

“We are all gathered here to commemorate the over 10,000 children that have been discovered in 15 schools in Canada so far,” said Jennifer Pighin SD57’s Indigenous Education district vice-principal of language and culture, who MC’ed the ceremony. “There are 139 residential schools that existed so we are here to commemorate the first 215 and all those that came after and those that will be unearthed in the near future and hopefully put them back to rest in a respectful way.”

Those who attended included SD57 staff, students, residential school survivors and supporters in the community. They wore orange

How can I provide comment? Anyone who believes that their interest in land is affected by the proposed Permit shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to submit written comments prior to the Regional District Board considering issuance of the Permit.

Submit written comments: Written comments will be accepted by the Regional District until 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday June 14, 2022 by: Email: developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca Hand/Mail: 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 ax: 250-562-8676

Any material received will become public information.

Need more info? A copy of the proposed Permit and any relevant background materials are available for review by the public on the Regional District’s website at http://www. rdffg.bc.ca/services/development/land-use-planning/currentapplications/ or at the Regional District office, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., between May 30 and June 16, 2022. Appointments are preferred.

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shirts and carried signs to wave at cars passing by the busy highway before the hearing drumming and speeches by SD57 staff and residential school survivors in attendance.

“This week marks the unforgivable tragedy in the lives of our First Nations families,” said Lheidli T’enneh Elder Darlene McIntosh. “First of all, the shock of hearing 215 children buried at Kamloops Residential School grounds has First Nations and non-First Nations reeling with such deep sorrow and now thousands of unmarked graves are being found. We commemorate and again

bring attention to this unimaginable tragedy.”

SD57 Superintendent Cindy Heitman said she remembered attending this event last year and the feelings it brought out for everyone.

“It is hard to imagine that children were sent to school and didn’t go home and as I look at the work we need to do in our system, in our province, and in our country this event reminds me how important it is that we create the spaces for everyone to feel welcomed, to belong and to be proud of who they are.”

ANNUAL REPORTING ON REGIONAL DISTRICT FINANCES Annual Reporting on Regional District Finances will be made at the regular meeting of the Regional District Board, to be held June 16, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. The meeting audio will be livestreamed on the Regional District website www.rdffg.bc.ca The Annual Reporting on Regional District Finances to be made at the meeting is available for inspection on the Regional District website www.rdffg.bc.ca and at the Regional District in person by contacting financialservices@rdffg.bc.ca K. Jensen GM Legislative and Corporate Services

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Decision by the Regional District Board: Following the public consultation, the Regional District Board will consider issuance of Temporary Use Permit No. 264 on Thursday, June 16, 2022 during the Regional District Board meeting which starts at 1:30 p.m. in the Regional District Board Room located at 155 George Street, Prince George, BC. Who can I speak to?

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A gathering was held Monday near SD57 offices to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Kamloops Residential School graves discovery.

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City seeks $1.8M grant to reduce gang violence ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff

The City of Prince George is seeking a $1.8 million federal grant over four years to reduce gun violence and gang activity in the city, following a vote by city council on Monday.

The city is one of many throughout Canada that are eligible for a portion of $250 million being offered to municipalities under the Initiative to Take Action Against Gun and Gang Violence and the Building Safer Communities Fund, city director of public safety Adam Davey said.

“The delivery and project plan have not been developed yet,” Davey said. “We had very little warning (about the grant). We wanted to take advantage of these funds.”

The city would use the money to hire a program coordinator to develop a plan to

use the money, Davey said.

“Funds can be distributed in a variety of ways,” he said, including potentially grants to local service agencies. “We are still in very early days.”

The program, developed by Public Safety Canada, is intended to help municipalities and Indigenous communities develop community-based crime prevention and intervention strategies, city manager of police support services Devon Cooper wrote in a report to city council.

The federal government is looking to start signing agreements with cities by June 15, Cooper wrote. The four-year funding would end on March 31, 2026. “(If approved,) a new coordinator position will be hired to administer this initiative through 2026, and be directly costed to the $1.8M grant,” Cooper wrote.

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BC Timber Sales, Prince George Business Area has prepared a draft Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) for operations in the Prince George (Including Robson Valley) and Mackenzie Forest Districts. The draft FSP is now available for public review.

The draft FSP has been prepared under the Forest and Range Practices Act (FRPA). The FSP does not show specific locations of proposed cutblocks or roads. Instead, the draft FSP shows larger Forest Development Units (FDU) within which harvesting and road building may occur over a 5-year period.

Forestry activities conducted within an FDU must be consistent with the results and strategies specified within the FSP, which in turn must be consistent with FRPA and government approved objectives for the management of forest resources in the planning area.

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Residents climb to fight cancer HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff

The Climb for Cancer returned to its roots this weekend for the annual gruelling ascent up the Nechako cutbanks in support of the Kordyban Lodge.

The event, now in its seventh year, raises operating funds for the lodge which provides a not-for-profit home-away-from-home for cancer patients from northern B.C. who are receiving treatments in Prince George.

“Today is not just about the climb,” said Doug Bell, planning committee chair and owner of Northern Lights Estate Winery, during the opening ceremonies.

“How do we get people to understand the climb is a symbol of what cancer patients are going through on a daily basis?”

Bell said going through a little bit of pain – like pushing yourself up the cutbanks – is a small bit of discomfort for those who are facing a significant amount of discomfort in their daily lives.

“This event started seven years ago when two people from the Canadian cancer society wandered into our office and said ‘Hey could you sell some daffodils for daffodil month?’ and we said, ‘Well why don’t we do something a little bit better?’” explained Bell.

“Why don’t we bring the community together, talk about something that means a lot to us, which is supporting cancer treatment in the north, and at the same time get a little bit of exercise?”

However, the past two years saw the event need to innovate to work within provincial restrictions to curb the spread of COVID-19.

It has now returned to its original format of a one-day event in the spring with the community coming together to climb up the cutbanks supported by vendors, food trucks, and live music.

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The seventh annual Climb for Cancer saw the community trek up the cutbanks to raise money for the Kordyban Lodge.

“Hearing the word cancer is terrifying and it may not even be your specific family, but it may be friends or people that you love and think about what it means if you live somewhere else and you need to come to Prince George,” added Prince George-Valemount MLA Shirley Bond.

She then told the crowd of participants a personal story about her 85-year-old friend Eva from McBride who had to come stay at Kordyban Lodge while she was getting cancer treatments.

“What it meant was that her daughter could come and stay with her and I just want everyone who helps with the Lodge to know that Eva did so much better because she was surrounded by people who love her in a place that was beautiful and it helped her through the weeks and weeks of treatments that she faced,” said Bond.

“Today is about fun and exercise but it is also about giving people that chance when they are faced with a horrible, horrible diagnosis.”

The Kordyban Lodge offers numerous amenities to help people feel comfortable and safe during their stay, including private rooms,

a media room, family room, games room, spiritual room, laundry facilities, guest computer areas, and more.

The Kordyban Lodge also offers a wig and breast prosthesis bank.

“We are almost over 800 people per year from all over the north and they don’t have to travel far towards Vancouver for their treatments,” said Snehdeep Kaur client services coordinator at the Kordyban Lodge.

“It is great to see the people coming with all of their fears and anxieties but leaving happily just having all the laughs and the cries in the Lodge - when they leave there is just friendship, friendship with staff, volunteers and with each other.”

The Planning Committee has a goal of raising $60,000 in support of the Kordyban Lodge through this event.

Participants and sponsors drummed up $50,000 in 2020, for a total of $250,000 over the six years the fundraising event has been running. The money raised through the Climb for Cancer goes toward the approximately $1-million in annual costs associated with operating the Lodge.

https://www.for.gov.bc.ca/ftp/TPG/ external/!publish/2022%20FSP%20Consultation/ A representative of BCTS will be available to discuss the draft Forest Stewardship Plan at our office and receive comment. Please make arrangements for viewing by contacting a member of the Planning Team at the phone number listed above or via email at Forests.PrinceGeorgeTimberSalesOffice@gov. bc.ca If an interested party is unable to review the draft FSP during regular business hours, please contact us by phone or in writing to arrange a suitable time.

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Hospice Walk makes colourful return HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff

Well over a hundred people dressed in white gathered at the CN Centre parking lot to get doused in colour for the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society’s (PGHPCS) annual colour walk.

“This is the first time since 2019 that we are able to gather again and celebrate our fourth hospice colour walk. After COVID hit we kind of had to change things and we had to go virtual,” explained Sandra Kimm, hospice’s special events coordinator.

Despite the hiatus an eager crowd assembled to participate in-person and “Celebrate Life with Colour”.

Participants walked a designated route as different ‘colour teams’ threw clouds of coloured powder on the crowd.

“Today we are here because we care

about hospice and probably most of you are here because someone you love and someone you care about had the kind of support that our family had at hospice. At the very worst time of our lives, hospice gives us the opportunity to have some degree of peace and care and love,” said MLA Shirley Bond who spoke at the start of the event.

Bond lost her husband Bill in the summer of 2020.

“I remember when our family was there, we would either be sitting, laughing or playing music and sometimes we would go ‘shhh’ but the hospice team said ‘no’ that’s what this is about, this is your chance to care for one another in these days.”

Bond said she was grateful that hospice provided her family with a place of safety and comfort during such a difficult time.

The UHNBC drummers also opened the

event by performing the Woman’s Warrior song and the Men’s Healing song.

UHNBC drum group leader Wesley Mitchell explained why these two songs were especially significant for this year’s Colour Walk.

“We have one of our drum group members whose sister is waiting to get into hospice right now so when gatherings like this happen it means the world to so many people,” said Mitchell.

“Then we are going to sing the Men’s Healing song which is very deep and sentimental to me. My uncle Ron was in Hospice House and he passed on because of multiple myeloma – cancer – in 2018 so we are bringing the spirit today for the ones that we’ve lost and the ones that are about to enter the spirit world and just for every heartbeat here today.”

For the entire month of May, close to 250 individuals and teams also

participated in the ‘Walk a hundred K in the month of May’ campaign in support of hospice.

The UHNBC drummers invited Jim Terrion, who is known for his Terry Fox fundraising work over the years, to perform with them to celebrate his achievement of walking an impressive 1,612 kilometers during the month of May. Once the walk got underway, it only took a few moments before there wasn’t a clean white t-shirt to be found in the sea of people walking the route. The PGHPCS will use the money raised from the Colour Walk to help build a Rec Room - where people can gather to share their grief.

Different from traditional grief support, the focus of the Rec Room is to develop new instrumental grief programs where those using the space will connect through various activities such as woodworking, crafting, or playing games.

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RESULTS from last week’s polls: Are you in favour of spending $780M to upgrade the Royal B.C. Museum? ●

Yes, it’s important to preserve provincial history - 94 votes (9%)

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Yes, it generates millions each year in tourism dollars - 33 votes (3%)

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Maybe, if they could reduce the budget - 68 votes (6%)

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No, more essential projects to invest in - 608 votes (58%)

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No, another huge public project for southern B.C. - 244 votes (23%)

What does the Prince George RCMP need to improve? ●

More officers - 243 votes (34%)

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Fewer officers, more mental health and addictions professionals - 140 votes (20%)

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More downtown foot patrols - 145 votes (20%)

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More time on property and petty crime - 136 votes (19%)

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Less time on petty crime, more time on major crime – 47 votes (7%)

Is Prince George a friendly community for seniors? ●

Yes, Prince George has great social, health amenities - 70 votes (10%)

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Yes, but the city could use more seniors housing - 193 votes (28%)

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No, but far more affordable than southern B.C. - 192 votes (28%)

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No, Prince George has a long way to go compared to other towns 228 votes (33%)

We acknowledge the financial support of the government of Canada.

Nous reconnaissons l’appli financier du gouvernement du Canada.

U.S. chooses guns over kids

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olden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr is one of the most esteemed personalities in the National Basketball Association. After yet another school shooting in the United States, this time at an elementary school in Texas, which followed a mass shooting at a grocery store and another at a church, Kerr displayed righteous anger toward the politicians in his country who refuse to pass legislation to require background checks for gun ownership, despite the fact that the vast majority of Americans would like to see it put into law.

At a pre-game conference, Kerr did not talk basketball. Instead, he stated: “We are being held hostage by 50 senators in Washington who refuse to put it to a vote, despite what we, the American people, want.

They won’t vote on it because they want to hold onto their own power.

It’s pathetic. I’ve had enough.” He then stormed out of the room.

We may be seeing a shift in American sentiment, and just as it was after the George Floyd murder two years ago, the professional basketball community is speaking out in a voice that can no longer be ignored.

The arms industry is very wealthy and powerful, and they make generous contributions to the politicians

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who make sure that their coffers will continue to expand. Gun violence is out of control in the United States because of the well-funded lobby of the arms industry on all levels of the American government. This has led to some very dangerous trends in the United States.

According to the advocacy group Public Citizen: • The United States is the only country on the entire planet with more guns than people.

• The number of guns manufactured in America has nearly tripled over the past two decades, from 3.9 million in 2000 to 11.3 million in 2020.

• Americans endure more mass shootings than all other developed countries combined.

• The frequency — and body count — of mass shootings has increased as well in recent years.

• 13 of the 20 deadliest mass shootings since 1982 happened in just the past decade.

• There were 118 school shootings in 2018, doubling the previous

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record of 59. Then 119 in 2019. Then 114 in 2020. Then 249 (not a typo) in 2021. And already 137 so far in 2022.

• The 3 deadliest years for school shootings in the past half-century are 2018, 2021, and 2022.

• Guns have become the leading cause of death among children in the United States.

Gun control is only one of several issues on which American elected officials are far out of sync with their constituents. Democracy is by its nature an imperfect form of government, but a government cannot continue to function as a democracy if it does not eventually bend to the will of its people.

Canada shares the largest undefended border in the world with the United States and they remain our largest trading partner. How do we respond to the problems south of our border?

For one thing, we need to be informed and aware of which practices are life-giving and which are not.

We also need to keep our own house in order.

And sometimes, like Steve Kerr, we need to let the world know that we’re angry.

Gerry Chidiac is a Prince George writer.

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Needles, addicts and ‘the switchblade lady’ A morning walk with city bylaw officers CHRISTINE DALGLEISH

Citizen staff

There’s a request for smokes.

“Don’t you hand those out?”

The man walking the streets at 8:30 a.m. is miffed the answer is no.

But that’s not part of the job for the two bylaw enforcement officers making their rounds on foot around downtown Prince George Wednesday morning. But there’s plenty of other things on their to-do list during their two 12-hour day shifts and two 10-hour evening shifts that make up their week.

The pest controller who just put a garbage bag of who knows what (and I’m not asking) into the garbage bin in a back alley points out a used needle shoved behind a pipe that goes up the brick wall of a downtown business. It’s at eye level.

There’s a sharps container not 10 feet away.

Bylaw enforcement officers Lee and Jenny have Kevlar in their well-worn puncture-proof gloves, so with confidence Lee pries the used needle out from under the pipe and disposes of it.

There’s a chat with shaky-on-his-feet Daniel who is on the street and seven days clean, he stops to tell us. There are telltale signs of drug use as his knuckles have slow-to-heal wounds on them – your body tries to expel meth any way it can – it makes you itchy and leaves holes in your skin when you scratch. Daniel’s four kids just got put into foster care recently.

They are the reason he’s staying clean, so he can get them out of the system.

There’s a short conversational check in with an on-the-move homeless man.

Curtis just got his hair cut and bylaw officers noticed. He’s afraid it won’t grow back. They offer reassurances.

Because of his lived experience – a construction worker who got injured on the job and is now burdened with an opioid addiction that resulted in his losing his family and becoming homeless - Curtis is one of two on-the-ground consultants for Bylaw Services and Strategic Initiatives.

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Bylaw enforcement officers Lee and Jenny do wellness checks during their morning rounds in downtown Prince George.

He offers insight into what’s happening ground because I already had a close call with the homeless in downtown Prince with a used needle on the ground last George and why they do what they do summer. I was wearing flip flops. Yeah, I when they do it. know, I’m stupid.

Joining the hour-long downtown tour The $40 that got picked up and put is Charlotte Peters, manager of the city’s in a zippered compartment on Jenny’s bylaw services department. equipment belt will be kept for 30 days. If She’s there to fill in the blanks in the it’s not claimed the City will donate it to conversation to offer the big picture a charity or non-profit group as advised of what it takes the by the participating eight-member team members of the People that’s assigned to the City’s Downtown have to core of the city to get Safety Hub. the job done.

A man who volrecognize that “People have to unteers at a relithe people living on recognize that the gion-based drop-in people living on the centre stops Lee the streets are just streets are just ordiand Jenny to tell ordinary people.” nary people,” Peters them he had another said. “Curtis is just a encounter with the regular guy who expeswitchblade lady. rienced some horrible circumstances.

(There’s a switchblade lady in downtown People get so uncomfortable with the and that’s how she’s known? Jeepers!) people downtown and I think they forget The man says all he said to her was that these are just people in a different set of people could come into the centre, hear circumstances.” about the religion and get some food and A short time later, I notice two pristine drink and she came at him in a rage. This $20 bills lying on the ground in the alley is the third time she’s come at him. He we’re walking up. seemed surprised.

Both Lee and Jenny walked right over “Maybe don’t do that then,” Jenny the bills. states the obvious. He seemed doubtful Not me, I was keeping my eyes on the it was anything he said that caused the

stabby rage. (The graffiti we just passed said something like ‘I hate God’ so I start putting two and two together.)

The check in at the front of the Firepit Drop-In Centre takes a bit longer. There are at least eight people who have slept there but it’s hard to get an accurate count because some people cover up with blankets and tarps and never actually peek their heads out. Who knows how many people are under there? The safety check is verbal for those people, not a visual. So there’s a lot of ‘good mornings’ called out by Lee and Jenny with some mumbled responses and some enthusiastic responses by people who have their cereal with milk already in their hands as they wander off for the day.

“Hey, I’ve got those same flipflops at home they’re pretty cool,” Lee says to one man. No response comes back.

“Ok, take care, we’ll come back in a while to see how you guys are doing!”

The point is to make sure there is no one blocking entrances, or sidewalks, so those who are pressed up against the wall are left there. At the corner there’s a huge sharps receptacle for used needles. This one is a one-way only – no backsies. Once the used needle goes in it doesn’t come back out.

There’s more of these types coming to downtown corners near you. Garbage cans in downtown are emptied every day and are placed strategically near places where people tend to congregate.

There’s a social aspect to those who hang out downtown. Even if people are housed, they’ll still come out to hang with their friends, Peters points out.

“There’s definitely a social component to downtown,” she added.

Trying to keep downtown Prince George functioning is a balancing act between helping those who are literally sleeping on the streets, supporting the businesses affected by their presence, and how the city and its supporting organizations come together to manage the situation so everyone is safe.

Bylaw services has 21 enforcement officers, and deals with different areas.

There’s a team of eight designated to the downtown.

Man charged with arson from downtown fire

MARK NIELSEN

Citizen staff

A suspect has been charged in connection with a fire that destroyed a downtown business last month.

Stephen Anthony Snow, 27, remains in custody on one count each of arson damaging property and breaking and entering and committing an indictable offence, according to court records.

The counts stem from an April 18 morning fire that gutted a tattoo shop in

the 1100 block of Third Avenue.

Firefighters from four halls were called to the scene at about 4 a.m. and arrived to find flames and heavy smoke pouring out of the front of the building.

They were able to contain the fire to the single business by attacking the blaze and pressurizing the adjacent units but damage was estimated at $1 million – a total loss.

In the aftermath, police released images from a video camera showing a man carrying a jerry can and of a pickup truck

linked to the blaze.

Snow has an extensive criminal record for offences committed in Prince George, Vanderhoof, Williams Lake, Victoria and Western Communities on Vancouver Island.

He is scheduled to appear in Williams Lake court via video conference on Wednesday for a hearing on whether he can be released on bail.

Arson damaging property carries a maximum sentence of 14 years in prison.

At about the same time as the fire

downtown, firefighters had also been called to a blaze at a four-plex in the 2100 block of Quince Street.

Two fire trucks were forced to redeploy from the Third Avenue blaze and off-duty fire fighters were called in to help with both fires.

Crews contained the four-plex fire to the original building, which suffered an estimated $500,000 in damages.

Prince George RCMP have said the cause of that fire was inconclusive and no suspects have been arrested.

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$80m development planned for Hart Highway ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff

A Prince George-based developer is planning a roughly $80 million development on the Hart Highway, just south of Handlen Road.

The planned Northside Crossing development will feature six buildings, each with commercial space on the ground level and 60 to 75 apartments above, Kidd Group president Bruce Kidd said.

The development is planned for a parcel of undeveloped commercial land, located at 7171 Hart Highway.

“We’re big on the Hart,” Kidd said.

“We understand there is a lack of quality commercial properties in the Hart. (And) there hasn’t been a new apartment in the Hart for 35 years.”

The project would be a phased development, built out over a period of years, he said.

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The Kidd Group is planning an $80 million mixed commercial and residential development on the Hart Highway.

Phase one would include a building with roughly 10,000 sq. feet of commercial

real estate and 60 apartments.

Currently the company is seeking a

rezoning for the property, to allow the mixed commercial-residential development, he said.

Kidd wasn’t sure when the rezoning was expected to go before city council.

Kidd Group has its offices in the Hart, and runs several businesses and has built homes in the area, he said.

The neighbourhood is underserved in terms of retail space and services, and is lacking in accessible housing to allow seniors to stay in the area as they age, he said.

The proposed apartments would all have elevator access, and be fully-accessible, Kidd said.

A mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom units is planned.

The city’s housing needs assessment projects that thousands of new homes will be needed in the city, he added.

“We understand the market up here and this is badly needed.”

Alleged erratic driver charged MARK NIELSEN Citizen staff

A woman faces four criminal charges for allegedly going on an erratic and dangerous drive in a stolen vehicle last year.

Counts of dangerous driving, driving while impaired, motor vehicle theft and possessing stolen property over $5,000 have been approved against Callie-Anne Lyn Dasilva, 29, court records show.

The charges stem from a May 18, 2021,

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incident when Prince George RCMP received multiple 911 calls about a pickup truck progressing at irregular speeds, swerving across the road and almost hitting several vehicles while making its way along streets in the Bowl area and

towards College Heights before police used their vehicles to stop the truck at the junction of Highways 16 and 97.

She is schedule to make a first appearance in Prince George provincial court on June 22.

‘We may close it if conditions worsens’ Continued from page 1

The facility is approaching the maximum level of risk considered acceptable for its continued operation and we may close it if conditions worsen or the operator fails to eliminate the hazards.”

Both inspections found that food was not cooled in an acceptable manner and that equipment, utensils and surfaces that come in contact with food were not maintained in a sanitary condition. The

two inspections also found that the utensils and pots used for cooking were larger in size than the dishwashing sink and “the operator was told to use dishes which can fit in the sink for proper cleaning and sanitizing.” The restaurant has also been cited twice for having no staff on duty with food safe level 1 or equivalent in the operator’s absence.

A follow-up inspection is required, according to the report.

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Prince George Folkfest Society

extends our heartfelt wishes that everyone is staying safe and is working together to keep each other safe.

Join us for Coldsnap 2023 which will be Jan 27 to Feb 4. We are planning something special to celebrate our 20th signature festival - 4 years as the summer Prince George Folkfest and 16th year as Coldsnap!

We would like to invite existing and new members to our online Annual General Meeting, to be held at 7 pm on June 22, 2022 on the Zoom platform.

Please visit our website at www.coldsnapfestival.com to register. If you have any questions or problems, email us at boxoffice@coldsnapfestival.com. You can purchase or renew your membership at https://coldsnapfestival.tickit.ca/ We recognize that the hard work by our first responders, medical services and essential workers continues and we thank them deeply for their service. PGFFS acknowledges that we respectfully live, work and play on the unceded, ancestral territory of the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation. We thank them for their stewardship of this beautiful land for over 9,000 years.

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Vernon Martin cold case a concern, expert says MARK NIELSEN Citizen staff

It was 10 years ago that a mystery surrounding a spectacular fire and the disappearance of a prominent Prince George business owner only deepened.

On Dec. 18, 2009, the Northern Thunderbird hangar at Prince George Airport burned to the ground.

A pickup truck belonging to Vernon Michael Martin was found parked outside the structure, which he co-owned and where he had an office.

While it was presumed he died in the blaze, the build up of ice during the firefighting efforts delayed a search for his remains until spring. Four months after the fire, investigators picked through the rubble for two weeks but to no avail.

Then, in May 2012, news broke that in November 2010, RCMP in Vermillion, Alta. had issued warrants for Martin’s arrest for alleged sex-related offences involving minors. The allegations were based on two sets of complaints dating back 35 to 43 years ago.

VERNON MICHAEL MARTIN Alberta RCMP Cpl. Roy Savinkoff recently confirmed that a warrant for Martin’s arrest remains active and his whereabouts continue to be a mystery.

“On this particular investigation there are no leads to suggest where he might be,” Savinkoff said.

Presuming that Martin made himself disappear because the chances of being convicted were high, the fact that an

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alleged sexual offender could still be on the loose is a concern, according to Michael Arntfield, a professor at University of Western Ontario whose work has included analyzing unsolved crimes.

“We know from studies that child sex offenders have the highest recidivism rate of any convicted offender, and those are convicts,” Arntfield said.

“This is someone who hasn’t been convicted, it sounds like, and has gotten away with it so far, so there is an added element of public safety that people should be concerned about. Wherever he is, he poses a danger, presumably, to that community.”

Fires and drownings tend to be the preferred way of staging a fake death, he said. Fortunately, Martin’s disappearance was not a case of a “homicide staged to look like a suicide” where a body is recovered but not of the person who wanted to go missing.

Evading police for as long as Martin appears to have been able to do so is becoming increasingly uncommon, Arntfield said, particularly as police move

Northern B.C. resident Margaret Gooding has been playing a combination of her own and family members’ birthdays on the BC/49 for over two decades, and on May 21 it paid off with a $2 million prize.

Gooding, from Southbank on the southern side of Francois Lake, bought the ticket at the Sne Cal Yegh Gas

towards computerized record keeping.

But it’s not impossible and tracking down a culprit can sometimes be a matter of a “lucky break.”

“Recognized in a crowd in a sports game on TV or just walking down the street. There are some interesting stories about how these people get discovered,” he said.

Being caught returning to the scene of the crime or hometown is rare, Arntfield said, because of the risk it implies.

Martin would be 67 years old by now but “child sex offenders remain threats well into their old age,” Arntfield said.

When it comes to tracking Martin down, the more information the better, from favourite pastimes to tattoos or distinctive scars to notable speech patterns and other quirks.

“That’s how you’re going to get somebody to say ‘hey, that’s the guy down at the shop down the street,” Arntfield said.

As it stands, Savinkoff said police have no additional details about his features other than height, weight, eye colour and hair colour.

Bar in Burns Lake.

“I’ve been playing those same numbers for 21 years,” Gooding said in a press release issued by the BC Lottery Corporation. “Those birthdays are significant to something happy in my life, and to win with those numbers … it’s just another happy moment in my life!”

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Canada Day celebrations returning to park HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff

Canada Day festivities will once again be held at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park in Prince George on July 1.

The event has been organized and hosted by the Prince George Multicultural Heritage Society for the past 49 years, however, the event was cancelled for the past two summers due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

For more than 30 of those years, the event has been organized by the society’s Coordinator, Marlies Greulich, who has been volunteering with the local Canada Day celebrations since 1976.

She says coming out of the pandemic the society struggled to put together the same event because it was facing a number of challenges including a loss of volunteers, a loss of connections with service providers, and increased costs.

“So, that is why this year we have asked for help and are extremely grateful for a few folks who have stepped up last minute to help our organization make this festival happen in just 5 weeks from now,” says Greulich.

With a plea to the community last week stating how close they were to canceling the planned celebrations, a number of people in the community came together to volunteer and provide their event

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Canada Day at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park in 2019. planning and business experience and services to support the society in hosting this year’s event.

This group of individuals includes Dave Mothus of Hell Yeah Prince George, Aimee Cassie of Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation, Kyle Sampson of Kyle Sampson Productions Inc., Craig Briere of the Kodiaks Football Club and Prestige Hotels, and Dawna Varley of the Knights of Columbus Society and BC Day in the Park.

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The board of directors for the Multicultural Heritage Society approved the plans for the festival to move forward with the support of the volunteer group at its meeting on Tuesday night.

“We are proud of the work we have been able to accomplish under Marlies’ leadership for the past 30 years and beyond, however with the challenges we are facing, like many other organizations coming out of the pandemic, we are very grateful to receive a hand this year to

help make this one of our biggest and best celebrations yet,” said president Patrick Pocha.

The Multicultural Heritage Society has funded past Canada Day celebrations with grants provided from city, provincial and federal government, and they have continued to receive this funding in 2022.

In the past, they have also sought corporate and local business sponsorship to cover the costs above and beyond what the grants covered.

“Our entire group is excited and keen to step up and help Marlies and the Multicultural Heritage Society in their time of need” said Sampson. “This event is so important, and each of us recognize and appreciate how challenging the past two years have been for so many, especially non-profits and societies like the Multicultural Heritage Society, and we just want to do our part to help them out this year to make sure they regain their contacts and re-engage the community in a positive way!”

The organizers are still seeking a number of sponsors to help make the event even more successful and those interested can contact CanadaDayPG@gmail. com for more information The celebrations will kick off at 11 a.m. and run through 9 p.m. Friday, July 1 with a further schedule to come.

Gutsy Walk raising cash to fight Crohn’s, colitis CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

There’s no easy way to talk about poop.

We all poop and when things go wrong with the pooper it’s not a nice conversation to have with, well, anyone.

Those living with Crohn’s and colitis are asking residents to support their cause at the Vanderhoof and Prince George Gutsy Walk for Crohn’s and Colitis Canada to raise awareness and funds on June 5 at Otway.

This year’s honorary chair is Sonja Krug who was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at 17 years old and now, it’s 29 years later and through medication she’s been in remission for the last nine years.

“I consider a person healthy if they can go where they want when they want and stay as long as they want,” Krug said.

Over the years, Krug said she’s had several surgeries and now has a permanent ileostomy.

“Even though this disease has greatly affected my life, there are beneficial life lessons that I have learned,” Krug said. “I was lucky to have tremendous support from my parents, siblings and especially my husband. I joined my first support

group with the Vanderhoof/Prince George Chapter and it’s been just fantastic.”

Krug said her family has been amazing but there’s nothing like the understanding that comes from living it – like those attending the monthly support group.

“Like my mom says they don’t truly understand how I feel and what it’s like,” Krug said.

“So to talk to people that really understand – and they’re like ‘oh, yeah, uh huh,’ and they completely understand what you’re going through – that normalizes it and then you can ask them what they did and it can be very small tweaks that’s gunna make your life so much better. It’s the understanding, it’s the humour and people just get you and that really makes me wanna stay with the support group.”

The Vanderhoof + Prince George Gutsy Walk happens Sunday at the Caledonia Nordic Ski Club. Bring friends and family from 10 a.m. to noon to help raise awareness and funds to support those living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.

During the event there will be a DJ, snacks, face painting, and a scenic walk through the beautiful Otway trails. If unable to walk, everyone is welcome to join in the fun and to show support for those living with Crohn’s or colitis.

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Miracle Theatre donates $150K to hospice CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

Miracle Theatre just outdid themselves with a donation of $150,515.03 to a Prince George charity.

Its biggest donation to date.

And three cents?

How did that happen?

Well, once Anne Laughlin, Miracle Theatre’s producer, explained where proceeds from the play On Golden Pond went one of the young actors who performed during the show cracked open his piggy bank to further support Miracle Theatre’s efforts.Thanks Jack!

The $150,515.03 will create a new endowment fund at the Prince George Community Foundation for the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society.

The monies raised will stay in a sustainable fund with the Community Foundation where its interest earnings will annually go to support the Hospice Society’s work in the community in perpetuity.

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Steve Henderson of the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society, left, Anne Laughlin and Ted Price of Miracle Theatre, and Mindy Stroet of the Prince George Community Foundation.

Miracle Theatre creates professional theatre productions in Prince George and then donates all its proceeds to local

Food bank gets big pile of spuds

A total of 25,000 pounds of Prince Edward Island potatoes were delivered to the Prince George Salvation Army Food Bank earlier this month.

“Mostly the 25,000 pounds of potatoes we got was shipped out right away to outlying areas and were only stored in our warehouse over night or for a couple

United Way fighting period poverty Period poverty is more common than most people realize. At least half of people who menstruate will struggle with access to products at some point in their lives - this could mean missing a job interview or an important community event, limiting one’s access to opportunities and overall quality of life and health.

United Way of Northern B.C.’s 2022 Period Promise campaign, presented

by LiUNA Local 1611, offers a solution: people in Northern BC can tackle period poverty from May 27 to June 10 by giving financially or donating period products at their nearest collection site.

According to United Way’s research: • 26 per cent of people who menstruate in BC say that they had gone through a period without having menstrual products available to them.

• 13 per cent of people who menstruate in BC say that, as dependents, their families had not been able to afford menstrual products on their behalf.

• 30 per cent of people say that they haven’t known where to access menstrual products they could afford when their period has hit.

Further, the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and inflation have

non-profit groups.

Since its inception in 2017 Miracle Theatre has raised more than $485,000 for

served to exacerbate period poverty in the province as over 50 per cent of United Way’s community partners indicated an increase in demand for their services because of COVID, and nearly 45 per cent of them indicated an increased demand for free menstrual products at their organization.

UWNBC’s Period Promise campaign aims to fill that gap by collecting products that help strengthen vital connections in the community.

“In 2021, we started the Period Promise initiative in Northern BC to great success, but this year, we have grown the campaign exponentially, reaching 11 communities and more than 51 collection sites. We are thrilled at the response to raise awareness and collect the needed resources through this important campaign! We are so grateful for all our partners in Northern BC for committing to the cause and working locally to make a difference right where they live, work, and play,” says Trista Spencer, Executive Director, United Way of Northern BC. “A special thank you to LiUNA Local 1611 for their sponsorship, and Modern Match Lingerie in Prince George for helping us kick off the campaign with gusto!”

local non-profits including the Salvation Army Food Bank, Northern BC’s breast cancer clinic, the United Way and the Children of Prince George Endowment Fund.

Miracle Theatre’s director/designer Ted Price said he knew going into production that COVID-19 could still be an issue and sure enough 22 shows in with only three shows left of the run a leading actor was diagnosed with the virus and they were forced to cancel the last shows.

Despite that disappointment the community still came through, Price said.

“From our very first production, people have been so enthusiastic about buying tickets, participating in sponsors and being generous donors,” Laughlin said.

“This had made it possible for Miracle Theatre to both success on stage and to donate to some many terrific Prince George organizations.”

It’s not too late to donate to the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Endowment Fund by calling the Community Foundation at 250-562-7772.

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Potatoes were shipped as far away as Prince Rupert, Bella Coola, Fort Nelson, Chetwynd and Williams Lake and all the communities in between, Law added.

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Local couple escape B.C. resort blaze ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff

Lucy Martin didn’t expect the morning after her 40th anniversary standing in a parking lot in a bathrobe watching the hotel she was staying at burn down.

Martin and her husband Steve were guests at the Quaaout Lodge in Chase, B.C. earlier this month when the resort was destroyed by fire.

Steve retired in March, and as a retirement present his employer had given them a gift certificate for the resort.

The couple had stayed there before and had enjoyed their time.

“It (was) our anniversary weekend and we thought it was a good opportunity to go,” Martin said.

The couple drove down from Prince George on Friday.

Saturday they spent their anniversary golfing, then went for a nice dinner at the lodge restaurant.

“Sunday morning my husband got up and had a shower, then I hopped in the shower,” she said. “Then he came and told me the fire alarm was going off. I threw a towel on my hair, and put on a bathrobe and running shoes. We did smell a bit of smoke as we left our room.”

Steven had the presence of mind to grab his wallet and their cellphones before they left the room, but the rest of their luggage they left behind. As they left the hotel, staff were knocking on room doors telling people to get out, she said.

“We were out in the parking lot for 10 minutes and you could see the smoke coming through the roof,” Martin said. “It took off quite quickly through the roof. At that point, our half of the hotel was totally in flames. Thankfully everyone was safe, and all the pets were accounted for.”

Martin said she heard one pet staying at the hotel was initially thought to be lost in the fire, but later turned up running around the golf course.

A local woman who lived along Little Shuswap Lake saw Martin huddled in her bathrobe in the parking lot,

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Lucy and Steve Martin of Prince George were celebrating their 40th anniversary at the Quaaout Lodge in Chase, B.C., when it caught fire. and cycled home to bring Martin some clothes to wear, she said.

They were trapped there, as their luggage and car keys were inside the burning hotel. Thankfully Steve’s mother lives in Pritchard, B.C. about 30 minutes drive away, and was able to come pick them up. Their daughter drove down from Prince George to deliver them a spare set of vehicle keys so they could get home. “(Although) we lost some valuable items, including my wedding ring set, the most important thing is that

everyone has been accounted for,” Martin said in a followup email.

Quaaout Lodge was operated by the Little Shuswap Lake Band, and Chief James Tomma told The Canadian Press that the cause of the fire is under investigation and the band is working to support its guests and employees.

Tomma says the resort, which includes the top-20 PGA-Canada ranked Talking Rock Golf Course, will be closed until the fire investigation is complete.

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Dad’s death inspires Suicide Awareness Walk CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

She lost her dad to suicide on May 26, 2019. He was 50 years old and his name was Norm Campbell.

Ali Carriere put a call out through Facebook for those who wished to join her for her third annual Suicide Awareness Walk held Saturday morning.

There was about a dozen people who attended in honour of those they had lost.

The walk started with a drumming circle in the parking lot at the Tim Hortons on Massey Avenue and then the small group walked downtown, coming to rest at Cottonwood Island Park.

“Loss and grief are never easy,” Carriere said about the loss of her dad. “It does get easier as the years go on. It’s not something you fully recover from, it’s just something you learn to live with, you know? But I think what we’re doing is honouring him and addressing the mental health issues that go with suicide is probably the biggest thing we’re doing here. We’re bringing attention to it and almost creating a scene here in our city – or trying to anyway. We’re making noise,

making sure people are aware of the mental health aspect. People are struggling as we’re coming out of the pandemic so bringing awareness to suicide is so important.”

Ali said her dad was an awesome person who was deep in his spirituality. He had struggled with addiction and that was as a result of being a second-generation survivor of residential school. Norm’s mother Evelyn attended Lejac residential school, Carriere explained. Norm was the youngest of ten and the only son.

Darlene Campbell, Norm’s wife, said the walk was in honour of her husband and echoes the path he would’ve walked if he was still here. In honour of his memory Darlene sang the bear song and Ali managed to get through the traveling song with the help of the others in attendance.

The drummers continued performing more First Nations songs including the Honouring the Day song. Soon after the small group headed toward downtown.

Anyone needing to reach out call the Northern BC Crisis Line 1-888-562-1214 or Canadian Mental Health, Northern BC branch at 250-564-8644 or toll free (BC Only) 1-866-564-8644.

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Parents’ refugee journey motivates UNBC grad HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff

After five years and many all-nighters, undergraduate student Zoe Kore proudly accepted the Governor General’s Silver Medal at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) convocation ceremony on May 29.

First awarded in 1873, the Governor General’s Academic Medals have become one of the most prestigious awards that a student in a Canadian educational institution can receive. The Governor General’s Silver Medal specifically recognizes outstanding academic achievement at the undergraduate level.

“It was a very rocky road,” said Kore.

“I have been dreaming about this since day one of university because I received the bronze medal in high school too, so I knew about it and I really wanted to get it, but it was really hard.”

Kore started her educational path in accounting and finance, before becoming inspired to pursue healthcare and switched from the business program to biomedical studies.

While still pursuing accounting and finance, Kore joined the UNBC JDC West team and in her second year was coached

by Judy Neiser, the CEO of the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation.

“She let me partake in a bunch of volunteering opportunities, so I was fundraising for hospital equipment, and I dressed up as the Spirit Bear mascot and greeted families and kids and different fundraisers,” said Kore.

“Something kind of clicked with me when I did that, and I developed more of an interest in the healthcare field and it just felt empowering being able to make a difference in patients’ lives.”

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Zoe Kore will be attending the Vancouver Fraser Medical Program at UBC beginning in August, with the goal of becoming a physician.

However, Kore said what really inspired her to pursue the medical field was witnessing her dad work as an RN at the University Hospital of Northern B.C. (UHNBC)’s intensive care unit during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“He’s been a nurse for 34 years and he’s been in the ICU for 24 years so seeing him on the front lines serving, especially during the pandemic, brought a whole new sense of admiration for my dad,” said Kore.

“Seeing him going through all of that adversity made me admire him and I wanted to so something similar and make a really big difference like that.”

Kore said she is extremely grateful for the opportunities her parents have

provided her because they were among the Vietnamese boat people who escaped Vietnam during the communist regime and came to Canada with nothing.

“They have these crazy survival stories,” explained Kore.

She said her dad left on a wooden boat that was raided by Thai pirates and ended up stranded on an island in Indonesia for nine months before he was rescued by the International Red Cross and eventually sponsored to come to Canada.

Meanwhile, her mom, who didn’t know her dad at the time, was found by a Dutch fishing boat just a few days after she escaped and was taken to Japan where she lived for two years before also

eventually making it to Canada.

“They were both refugees and came from nothing so for me to be here today I just feel super grateful,” said Kore.

“I grew up very privileged to be in the Prince George community where I felt really accepted my whole life and I’m just really grateful for all of the opportunities that my parents didn’t get to have.”

Kore said her parents really pushed for her education and were a huge support system for her during her academic pursuits.

In 2020, Kore also received the Premier’s Consultation on Improved Cancer Care in Northern B.C. Scholarship, which is awarded to an undergraduate student who exhibits academic excellence and an interest in research involving cancer treatment and patient experience.

She has now graduated with a Bachelor of Health Sciences degree with a major in Biomedical Studies and a minor in General Business.

“I was part of the platform party, so I felt really honoured to be able to go up on stage with everyone there and they presented my award at the end and it was a little bit nerve-wracking but it’s very special to be on the other side of the stage,” said Kore.

“I really pushed myself to the limit for this and so being able to be on the other side of this and seeing the outcome of your hard work is just really great and I think it’s a reflection of my hard work.”

Kore will be attending the Vancouver Fraser Medical Program at UBC beginning in August 2022, with the goal of becoming a physician.

After being born and raised in Prince George, Kore said she is excited to expand and experience Vancouver but Prince George will always be home.

Victim’s bid to overturn decision fails MARK NIELSEN Citizen staff

A B.C. Supreme Court Justice has upheld a Workers Compensation Appeals Tribunal finding that a man who suffered serious injuries when a logging truck struck his pickup truck was still on the job, even though he had been driving home at the time.

The outcome means David Gordon Campbell’s personal injury lawsuit against the logging truck’s driver, his employer and the company responsible for maintaining the highway “cannot succeed,” Justice Nigel Kent acknowledged in the decision. Instead, Campbell will have to continue to rely on WorkSafeBC for care and treatment of his injuries.

Campbell had been driving home in a

pickup truck he owned personally when he was struck by the logging truck on March 2016, and the collision occurred on the paved portion of the highway.

But in a February 2020 decision, a WCAT adjudicator agreed with an application from the maintenance contractor for the highway that he was still in the course of his employment.

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Campbell had also filed a concurrent lawsuit seeking disability and medical benefits from ICBC. ICBC had been invited to participate in the WCAT process but declined to participate other than to adopt the submissions of the other defendants.

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SAGITTARIUS Whether at work or home, you’ll be involved in a demanding project that will be profitable over time. You must be patient; abundance is slow in coming. However, it’ll be yours soon enough.

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Kim Leslie Ropchan

Patrick Mathewsie

May 21, 1956 - May 14, 2022

Born: April 26, 1966 Forbisher Bay, NWT Passed: June 28, 2016 Prince George, BC

Kim Leslie Ropchan passed away a week before his 66th birthday. He has left behind his sister; Sharlene Greenwood (David), brother Allan Ropchan, sister in law Joanne Forest, niece Jamie McIvor (Dan), niece Elaine Greenwood and great nephew Taliesin McIvor.

He worked as a guide for a fishing/hunting company. He had a gentle, helpful soul, a quick smile and a good heart. He was taken from us too quick. I will carry a piece of him in my heart forever. We had a ceremony for him on Friday, May 27th at the place they found his body. Many considered him as nothing more than one of the many homeless people, but he was a good man, so much more than just homeless.

Thank you to all the medical staff that helped him over the years.

We will miss you brother, God has taken you home and everyone is healthy in Heaven.

Margaret Ann Girling

His parents Iola and Annie Mathewsie, now deceased.

He is survived by a few family members in the NWT and 2 sons; Charles Robert Higgins and Pauloosie Waglingnig.

June 3, 1945 May 25, 2022 Margaret Ann Girling passed peacefully on May 25, 2022. Celebration of Life will be held June 3 from 1-5pm at 6610 Essex Crescent, Prince George, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Parkinsons Society of BC or Prince George Rotary Hospice.

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Bob is predeceased by his parents Jim and Cora Bailey and Sister Barbara Sigardson. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Linda Bailey, Sisters Dorothy Umpherville, Lois Heye, Daughters Mary Nycholat (Steve), Laura Saunders (Randy), Stepdaughter Lisa Redpath (Scott), Grandchildren Sydney Redpath, Alicia Webster (Nathan), Mitchell Redpath, Josh Nycholat, Cassidy Griffith (Trenton), Jessica Nycholat, Isabelle Saunders, Fletcher Wifla, Marcus Wifla and Great Grandchildren Savannah Webster and Colton Webster.

Bob has touched many lives with his chatty, cheerful personality and his never-ending willingness to help a neighbor or a friend in need.

He loved to travel, walk his dog, have coffee with friends, and spend weekends at the cabin. He is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by everyone who has had the pleasure of knowing him.

As per Bob’s request, there will be no formal service and he would rather us remember him in a quiet moment on our own. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Prince George Rotary Hospice House in Bob’s memory would be lovely.

Ken Smith passed away May 19th, 2022 at the age of 74 in Prince George, BC

SSurvived i db by hi his lloving i wife if IIrene, 2 daughters Connee (Alan) and Lisa (Ashley), 3 grandchildren Aaron (Klarysa), Adam (Brook) and Ariel (Matt), and 4 great grandchildren Brigham, Leonel, Ashton and Alison.

Predeceased by his grandson Kirin.

A memorial service at Lakewood Alliance Church will be held on Saturday May 28th, 2022 at 3 pm with Rev. Dr. Ashley Olinger officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice House or BC Children’s Hospital.

Paul George Minck Oct 4th 1928 – May 16th 2022

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Pasiuk, John May 7, 1927 - May 18, 2022 Robert James Bailey Bailey, Robert James (Bob) lifelong resident of Prince George, BC and former carpenter at School District 57 passed away after a long, brave battle with cancer on May 23rd, 2022 at the age of 75.

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The family of John Pasiuk sadly announces that he passed away peacefully on May 18, 2022, in his 95th year. Dad was predeceased by his wife of almost 50 years, Lucille. He is remembered with love and admiration by his devoted wife, Darlene; his three children, Don (Orilyn), Terry (Virginia) and Leanne (Jim); four stepchildren, Shane (Shelley), Cindy (Murray), Wayne (Debbie) and Charlene (John); fourteen grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; and sisters, Marie (Paul) and Vera.

John was a gentle, considerate man who always gave careful thought to his actions and was greatly respected for his fairness and grace. He had a strong faith which was displayed in quiet gestures - lending a helping hand to his employees in their personal struggles or extending generosity in sharing what he had with those less fortunate. He was not afraid of walking alongside friends and acquaintances alike in their suffering. He will be sorely missed.

By his request, there will be no service other than a private family celebration of a life well-lived.

Paul George Minck of Prince George, BC passed away peacefully on May 16th at the Prince George Rotary Hospice House.

After a long and prosperous life, Dad finally succumbed to the pains and illnesses of old age.

Paul immigrated to Canada in 1951 to start a new life. Arriving in Vancouver with $30 in his pocket and not being able to speak English, he headed north to seek job opportunities, finally settling in Prince George. He worked hard to raise enough money to eventually help his parents, Hans & Margarete Minck, to immigrate to Canada. He bought them a house on Edmonton Street where they lived out their years.

In 1959 he married Jette Johansen and proceeded to start a family. They raised 4 children, who then had families of their own. (Suzanne & Tom), (Hans & Holly, Mercedes, Madison, Nolan), (Peter & Dawn, Hanna, Erik), (Klaus & Patti, Liam, Kai). His family was his pride and joy.

Paul worked at numerous odd jobs, including a lumber camp bookkeeper, selling and distributing ice cream (Rose’s). He went on to own the Coca Cola franchise and was known in Northern BC as ‘The Coke Man’. After selling the franchise, he joined Lakewood Dental Group in 1974 as their Accountant/CEO. He spent the next 40 plus years helping the business of Dentistry grow in Prince George. In 1994, he helped bring ten pin bowling to Prince George by being one of the partners of the Strike Zone Bowling Centre. His work and his businesses were his hobbies.

Having survived WWII and with his father being a prisoner of war in Canada for many years during this period, he was driven to make sure his family was taken care of. Mission accomplished.

Paul will be laid to rest in the Prince George Cemetery next to his parents as per his wishes. The family appreciates the outpouring of love and support, however, there will be no service per his request. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Prince George Hospice Society in his name would be appreciated.

Rest In Peace Dad.

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Equipment Operators Pro-Link Logging in Quesnel is looking for full time equipment operators for the 2022/2023 season, to run a log loader and a hoe chucker.

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Logging and Gravel Truck Drivers Quesnel Sand & Gravel is looking for logging truck drivers as well as gravel truck drivers, for the 2022/2023 season. Work is within the Quesnel area.

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Tŝideldel First Nation POSITON: LOCATION: OVERVIEW:

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Full-time/Permanent Director of Public Works and Housing Flexible Working Environment Tŝideldel Community, Chilanko Forks, BC V0L 1H0 Located in the heart of beautiful rural British Columbia, Tŝideldel First Nation is seeking a qualified individual to apply for the exciting career opportunity of the Director of Public Works and Housing.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director of Public Works and Housing is responsible for housing, public works, and infrastructure activities within the Tŝideldel First Nation (TFN) Community. This includes managing initiatives within the Tŝideldel Community that contribute to providing quality community infrastructure and housing.

CORE COMPETENCIES: • Human Resource Management • Financial Management • Operations and Maintenance • Safety and Security Management • Planning and Project Management QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS • Degree or Diploma, or a combination of skills and experience in management, project management or another field related to the position • Interpersonal, managerial, leadership, financial and technical skill-sets are required • Excellent verbal, written and communication skills • Strong computer technical capabilities • Knowledge and/or experience in contract management and finance an asset • Valid Class 5 Drivers License and access to reliable transportation an asset COMPENSATION: Salary will commensurate with experience and qualifications. Competitive Benefits Package offered.

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BAND OPERATIONS MANAGER Binche Whut’en is hiring for a new Band Manager. Full-time permanent position, 37.5 hours per week. Responsible for supervising up to 20 individuals. A degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or Leadership and Management (or related degree); as well as three to five years related business and management experience is an asset but not required.

HOW TO APPLY: Please send your resume and cover letter to Sherry Westgarde Hepper through e mail at: execassistant@tsideldel.org Although we appreciate your application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance to Section 7 of the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy, presence will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry.

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Binche Whut’en Job Posting Band Operations Manager Binche Whut’en is hiring for a new Band Manager. Full-time permanent position, 37.5 hours per week. Responsible for supervising up to 20 individuals.

A degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or Leadership and Management (or related degree); as well as three to five years related business and management experience is an asset but not required.

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Spruce Capital Seniors is looking for a part-time cook.

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Land, Water and Resource (NEN) Coordinator Tsideldel First Nation has an exciting opportunity for a “NEN” (water, land, and resource) Coordinator. This position will require management and planning at a community-level, and prepare for implementation in collaboration with the Tsilhqot’in National Government (TNG) to provide a Nationlevel NEN Use Plan, and assisting the community and the Tsilhqot’in Nation to secure recognition and respect for its title, rights and jurisdiction throughout its territory in central British Columbia.

The Community NEN Coordinator will also support community implementation of the ground-breaking tripartite framework agreement (Gwets’en Nilt’I Pathway Agreement). The Community NEN Coordinator is a critical component to the success of the work going forward, and is expected to bring a range of experience working effectively with First Nations on lands and resource issues, and to build off the commitments and work already accomplished through the Nenqay Deni Accord that was signed with the Province of BC in 2016.

For a complete job description please email: execassistant@tsideldel.org or visit Localwork.ca This is a regular full-time position with benefits. Salary will commensurate with experience. The position will remain open until filled. Consideration of applicants will begin on June 1, 2022. Please submit your resume and cover letter via e mail to: Sherry Westgarde Hepper Email: execassistant@tsideldel.org Fax: (250) 481-1197 Phone: (780) 318-4410 Address: PO Box 69 Chilanko Forks, B.C. V0L 1H0

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228,000 kms.

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Red exterior, black interior.

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2010 FORD F150 SUPERCAB 4X4

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

Will purchase estate items; antler mounts, bear rugs, live mounts, antlers & hides. Will pay CASH

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.

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NUMISMATIST PURCHASING COIN COLLECTIONS & ACCUMULATIONS! Royal Canadian Mint, Canada & World Collections Wanted. Also buying 9999 bullion, old money, jewelry, nuggets, sterling, gold, silver, coins, bars, monster boxes +++ ESTATES WELCOMED! Todd 250 864 3521

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1998 FORD F250 Diesel w/ plow.

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250-3980720 renovated, 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

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250-561-1255 Ready to sell!

45.5 ACRES Corner of Upper Fraser Rd & Beaver Forest Rd. with good driveway & building pad. $190,000. 250-614-6667

669 Ahbau St, 3 room bsmt suite, fridge, stove, washer, dryer & utilities inc. NO pets, references required. $1500/month Call 250-568-2338 or 250-6146667

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

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

Frontier Traders (250) 983-2294

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Trucks & Vans

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Antiques AVON $3600, 1934

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

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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

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LEGALS Legal/Public Notices WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT Whereas the following are indebted to Ace Auto Wrecking Ltd., dba NC Ron’s Towing, for towing and storage of personal property, and ought to have been paid, and are still unpaid, notice is hereby given that the said properties will be sold to pay the outstanding debt, plus costs of seizure, advertising and sale, one week from the date of this notice on the 9th day of June, 2022, at 1360 Foley Cres, Prince George, BC

Name

Jesse Kirst Cody Sutherland Lucius Auger Tristan Boya Howard Price Edward Bryans John Herman Kruger Marie Wells Benjamin Knutson Andrew Woodcock Nita Tashoots/Twila Merrick Candace Yvette Cardinal Troy Prince Christopher Bryan Madsen Seela Lahti Krista Whyman Michael Messier Derrick John Kirkpatrick Avery Ryan Patrick MacLean

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2007 Ford 1996 Dodge/ 2009 Pontiac 2005 Dodge 1994 Mercury 1995 Jeep 1997 Nissan 1998 Jeep 1988 Nissan Unknown 2007 Dodge 1996 Lincoln 2010 Chevrolet 1992 GMC 2015 Ford 2005 GMC 2005 Ford 2001 Nissan 1999 Chrysler

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VIN

Focus 1FAFP34N37W120997 Ram 1500 1B7HC16X3TS690615 G5 1G2AS58H097125353 Durango 1D4HB58D75F511861 Topaz 1MEBM36X5RK647626 Grand Cherokee 1J4GZ58S0SC520220 Pathfinder JN8AR05Y5VW154754 Grand Cherokee 1J4GZ5852WC234276 Pick up JN6ND16S5JW002105 Utility trailer Unknown Calibre 1B3HB48B17D102258 Continental 1LNLM979TY653015 Equinox 2CNFLEEW8A6243684 Sonoma 1GTCT19Z7N2500695 F350 1FT8W3B67FEC28724 Sierra 1GTEK19B45E270031 F150 1FTPW14507FA05683 Pathfinder JN8DR09Y91W572347 LHS 2C3HC56G6XH616906

Debt

2,467.09 2,381.77 2,297.95 2,337.21 2,306.74 2,381.77 2,150.31 2,112.19 2,051.24 1,966.14 1,833.41 1,797.86 1,606.40 1,587.66 1,641.46 1,460.01 1,425.33 1,354.43 1,248.85

Highest or any bid not necessarily accepted. Viewing and bids may be submitted to 1360 Foley Cres, Prince George, BC. (250) 564-8444.

GARAGE SALES THIS WEEKEND! SATURDAY & SUNDAY

SATURDAY

June 4 & 5th 8 am - 4 pm 1834 Blackburn Rd N

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Camping & fishing gear, books and big boy “toys”

ACROSS

1. Orator’s podium 5. UK-Netherlands gas pipeline 8. Partner to “oohs” 12. African antelope 14. Indigenous Thai person 15. Monetary unit of Angola 16. Becomes less intense 18. Insurance mascot 19. Tech hub __ Alto 20. Actress Tomei 21. Airborne (abbr.)

22. Type of smart watch 23. Natives

26. Incompetent person 30. Rare Hawaiian geese 31. Unspoken relationships 32. Passports and licenses are two 33. Claw 34. Status quo 39. Mimic 42. Fur-lined cloak 44. Ancient foreigner 46. In an angry way 47. Ill-intentioned 49. Monetary unit of Serbia 50. S. American plant

51. One or the other 56. An alias for Thor 57. Gratuity 58. In a painful way 59. French commune 60. Promotional materials 61. Greek city 62. Assistant 63. Confederate general 64. Former NJ governor

24. Mental disorder concerning body odor (abbr.)

25. Keeps a house cozy 26. Ballplayer’s accessory 27. Southwestern Russian city 28. Pro sports league 29. Congress investigative body (abbr.)

35. Stop standing 36. Utilize 37. Sign language 38. Famed ESPN broadcaster Bob 40. Being of central importance

41. Ruin environment 42. Dessert dish 43. Sea eagles 44. Fertilized 45. Jerry’s friend Benes 47. Indian river 48. Pass into a specified state or condition 49. Nocturnal rodent 52. A way to travel 53. Iron-containing compound 54. Ancient Greek City 55. NFL signal caller Matt

DOWN 1. Used by gymnasts 2. “Luther” actor Idris 3. Broad volcanic crater 4. Not for 5. Blur 6. Tots 7. Acted leisurely 8. About the Alps 9. Gets out of bed 10. Town in “The Iliad” 11. Welsh given name 13. Remove salt 17. Calvary sword

List of items available This space $60

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List of items available

List of items available

This space $60

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY BUYING COIN COLLECTIONS!!

BOOKEEPING

Buying Coin Collections!

Old Coins, Royal Canadian Mint Coins, Old Paper Money, Gold Coins, Silver Coins, Coin Sets, Collector Coins, World Money Collections, Franklin Mint Sets, All 9999 Bullion, Coins, Bars, Ingots, Wafers, Maple Leafs ++++

Old Gal’s Tax and Business Services

Todd’s Coins 1.250.864.3521

FIREWOOD BIRCH Firewood in 20 foot lengths.

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

Bookkeeping Services small to medium business, Personal Income Taxes, Wills, Living Wills, POA, and other business services upon request. 250-561-0415 carol-ann@oldgals.ca

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

TREE SERVICES

CASH CASH CASH

BUYING ALL GOLD!!

BBC TREE WORX Bucket Truck, Pruning, hedging and tree removal.

For free estimates call or text Brian at

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

Unbeatable pricing, privacy assured.

(250) 612-1808 24/7

WANTED 9999 BULLION!!!

BARS, COINS,WAFERS, ALL JEWELRY,WATCHES, CHARM BRACELETS, SCRAP, DENTAL GOLD, ALL GOLD COINS, COIN COLLECTIONS, SILVER COINS, ALSO BUYING SILVER! TODD’S COINS 1-250-864-3521

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HAY FOR SALE

WANTED 9999 BULLION, BARS, COINS, ROUNDS, ALL SILVER COINS, PRE 1968 COINS, ROYAL CANADIAN MINT COINS, FRANKLIN MINT SETS, OLD STERLING SILVER, COIN COLLECTIONS +++ ALSO BUYING GOLD!!!

FREE REMOVAL Unwanted Cars, Trucks & Equipment.

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

TODD’S COINS 1-250-864-3521

Call George 250.614.8915

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LOT SWEEPING

BUYING OLD JEWELRY

SAND & GRAVEL

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CJS CONTRACTING LTD Commercial & Residential lot sweeping, line painting, water & sewer repairs.

Buying Old Jewelry, Coins, Old Money, Coin Collections, 9999 Bars & Coins, Royal Canadian Mint Coins, Coin Sets, World $$$ Collections ++ Call Or Text Todd’s Coins 1.250.864 3521

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

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EXCAVATION BACKHOE MINI-EXCAVATOR SKID STEER

Call Chris 250.613.7536

GROW YOUR BUSINESS

CALL ANDY (250) 964-2233 OR CALL OR TEXT (250) 613-9373

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REAL ESTATE LISTINGS

DESIGN TRENDS • HOME IMPROVEMENTS & RENOVATIONS • OUTDOOR LIVING

Window treatments: shining a light on solar shades

From blinds and curtains to shutters and drapes, there’s no shortage of materials that can be used to enhance the look of your windows. One practical option is to install solar shades.

Here are some of the benefits of this roll-up window covering.

• They protect against harmful rays.

Solar shades are made of a tightly woven fabric designed to block out the sun’s UV rays. The perforated material allows you to safely enjoy natural light in your home.

• They offer privacy with a view. Solar shades provide a decent view of the

outdoors while preventing others from seeing into your home. They also reduce glare.

• They help conserve energy. Solar shades help keep your home cool on hot days, thereby reducing the strain on your air conditioner. This lowers your energy bills and helps protect the environment.

Solar shades are available in a range of opaqueness levels, allowing you to select a loose or tight weave depending on what you use the space for and how much light you need. Visit the stores in your area to find the right product for every window in your home.

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HOMES

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Finding Homes for Families

5 areas to modernize in your kitchen

Your Real Estate Needs are my Priority!

Karen Thompson 250-981-2008

Aggie Thompson RE/MAX Core Realty

independently owned & operated

124 Parker Dr $389,000 New Listing

515 Wolverine $539,900 New Listing

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3370 Emile Cres $599,000 New Listing

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5814 Moledo $484,000

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974 Stuart Dr $429,333

1018 Nelson Cres $398,000

2880 Goheen St $420,000

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Demolition projects: DIY vs. hiring a pro If you want to renovate your home, you may need to remove some of the existing structures and fixtures. However, when it comes to knocking down load-bearing walls, there’s no room for error.

Here are some things to consider before you start a demolition project.

THE RISKS OF DOING IT YOURSELF Even if you have experience as a handyman and strong friends to help you, there’s a lot that can go wrong. Without the proper equipment and knowledge, you risk causing major structural damage and exposing yourself to hazardous materials. Plus, there’s a chance your insurer won’t cover you if an accident occurs.

THE PERKS OF HIRING A PROFESSIONAL Demolition contractors have the training to safely and efficiently tear down a wide range of structures.

From their initial inspection of the site to the removal of waste material, you can count on a professional demolition crew to

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take care of everything. Since they have the right equipment, there’s much less risk of damage or delays.

If you’re looking to hire a demolition contractor, take the time to find an expert in your region with the right credentials and a reliable track record.

Make sure the company is insured and doesn’t have any warnings or violations from health and safety authorities.

Does your kitchen look like it’s from another decade? Unless you’re going for a vintage esthetic, it’s time to bring the space into the 21st century. Here are five ways you can modernize the appearance of your kitchen.

1. FLOORING As a gathering place in your home, the kitchen’s floor gets a lot of wear. If yours is faded, scratched or stained, you have two options. Either you can repair it — swap out cracked tiles or sand and varnish hardwood — or replace the entire surface. To help you make a decision that suits your needs and budget, seek advice from a professional.

2. PAINT Whether the colours in your kitchen are out-dated or the walls have faded over time, a fresh coat of paint is an affordable way to breathe new life into a space. Consider repainting the cabinets as well as the walls. You can easily add a modern flair to your kitchen by choosing a second, bolder colour for the island or lower cabinets.

3. COUNTERTOPS Even if the material is timeless, years of preparing meals on them can leave kitchen countertops looking a little worse for wear. Replacing them with a pristine surface can instantly change the look of the room. Visit specialized stores in your area to discover the wide range of materials, colours and textures available.

4. APPLIANCES The stovetop, oven and range hood, along with the fridge, microwave and dishwasher, are focal points in a kitchen. If yours are scratched, mismatched or out-dated, consider selling or donating them so you can invest in newer models. To get the most out of your purchase, be sure to select Energy Star certified appliances or smart devices.

5. DECOR A variety of accessories can be used to transform the look of your kitchen in the blink of an eye. Visit local home decor shops to find curtains, blinds, mirrors, light fixtures and more to provide the wow effect you want. Smaller items such as island centrepieces and plants can be rotated with the seasons to freshen up the space every few months.

From upgrading the sink and faucet to replacing cabinet hardware and installing a new backsplash, there are plenty of ways to modernize your kitchen. For best results, enlist the help of an interior designer.

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

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

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Why use a rain gauge in the garden?

A rain gauge is a practical instrument that measures rainfall.

Using a rain gauge can help you adapt your watering schedule to avoid over or underwatering your plants. However, to make good use of the data you collect, you must first know how much water

each type of plant requires.

You can use a rain gauge to compare the amount of rainfall from year to year, which can help you plan your future crops.

Visit your local garden store to find a rain gauge that will serve you well for years to come.

Garden shed considerations Do you need storage space for your barbecue, patio set and gardening accessories? If so, it’s time to get a shed. There are many prefabricated models made of synthetic materials, metal and wood. Here are a few tips for making the right choice.

SYNTHETIC MATERIALS Plastic, vinyl and PVC sheds are resistant to water and insect damage.

Moreover, they require very little maintenance.

Although available in a wide variety of designs, they tend to have a commercial look that may not suit everyone.

METAL Metal sheds are lightweight, affordable and easy to assemble.

If made from aluminum, the shed won’t rust. However, metal sheds are easy to dent and come in fewer designs than those made of synthetic materials.

WOOD Wooden sheds are sturdy and can complement the outside of

your home. However, they require considerable maintenance and are more vulnerable to insects and rot than metal and synthetic sheds.

If you’re handy, you can design and build your own shed. This way, you can choose its size and appearance.

Furthermore, you can insulate the walls to create a workshop. But keep a close eye on your budget. This type

of project can easily cost several thousand dollars.

Whether you choose to buy a prefabricated shed or build your own, make sure it’s strong enough to withstand inclement weather. Finally, check the laws and regulations in your municipality for building this type of structure.

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A106 2131 UPLAND Street, $107,900

Nice and clean 3 bedroom unit normally rented for $1300-$1500.

Lots of newer flooring and fresh paint.

103-2217 REGENTS CRESCENT, $179, 900

This spacious walk-out garden unit in Regents Park Condominiums has 2 large bedrooms and is absolutely spotless.

SION MLADY 544 BEECH Crescent, $289,900

This fantastic & spotlessly clean semi updated end unit will really impress. Main floor a refinished kitchen.

8400 DOMAGALA Road, $399,900

This immaculate mobile is on 2.66 acres set up for horses, has a full length addition with extra family living and master bedroom areas.

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4321 NORDIC Drive $119,900 Business is turn-key with strong financials (even during COVID) & a fantastic lease of only $505 /month that has another 34 mnths. Call Mike!

1899 BLACKBURN Road, $219,000

Country living close to town! very good opportunity for a first time buyer. This mobile on a large lot with city Services, boast 2 bed, 1 bath. 19’x9’ .

10233 WESTERN ROAD, $120,000

This nice flat treed 80’ x 150’ city lot is the perfect place to build your Western Acres dream home. City Water/sewer are available.

404-392 KILLOREN Crescent, $229,900

Fantastic 1 bedroom condo close to schools and amenities. Fresh painted with newer appliances. Comfort of secure maintenance-free living.

389 N PATTERSON STREET, $439,900

8180 W 16 Highway - $299,900 PER ACRE C6-zoned commercial property on busy corner of Hwy 16 West and Western Rd, with municipal services. Call Mike!

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1144 20TH Avenue, $399,900

This up/down duplex has been totally renovated in the last few years, is in a good central location close to shopping and downtown.

2759 FAIRVIEW Crescent. $459,900

This updated home with 3 bedrooms up is on a super quiet Westwood crescent, close to absolutely everything plus in-law suite potential. Vaulted ceilings.

N I D N E P 4236 BAKER Road, $499,900

This totally updated home boasts a brand new kitchen with center butcher block entertainment island, all new stylish lighting.

7034 TONY ROAD, 799,900

A perfect location close to schools, shopping, the university, and more, plus will have RV parking. pre-purchase now before construction has completed. Choices of finishings still available. Completion tentatively March-April. Built by Elite Pacific Homes Ltd.

John Bucur Realtor® 250-961-0001

Linda Stacey Property Manager 250-562-6228

4602 GANNETT ROAD - $145,000

This well priced lot is 1 of 2 remaining lots available in Tyner Ridge Estates. 69.37 feet wide on the corner of Tyner & Gannett. GST not included

1161 CUDDIE Crescent, $229,900

Accessible home with a fantastic view over looking the VLA. Move in as is or capitalize on the great potential this place has to offer with some updates.

TINY BEATS 3D ULTRASOUNDS STUDIO, $179,900

With no special licensing required, all inventory, specialty equipment & staff contracts included, this business practically runs itself. Located at 207-715 Victoria St.

8015 LOOPOL Road, $234,900

Suite Deal! - This rock solid well built home on 1.34 acres needs some cleanup but has enormous potential with 3 bedrooms up and a 2 bedroom suite down.

G N I D N PE 2377- 2383 QUINCE Street, $339,900

Surrounded by trees and nestled up against the Wetland Nature Park trails this side by side duplex is at the end of a cul-de-sac surrounded by park.

13870 Hiller Rd $359,900

Attention first time buyers, flippers, or anyone willing to put in a little sweat equity! This well built rock solid home needs some cosmetic updates but has unlimited potential with surrounding similar sized homes selling homes selling well in to the mid 700’s.

1710 6TH AVENUE $369,900

This beautiful updated character home has 9’ ceilings, original hardwood floors, redone kitchen & baths + wonderfully located on 2 city lots.

G N I D N PE 2921 PINEWOOD AVENUE, $410,000

Great home for a family just starting out or looking to downsize. This home features 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bathroom and is conveniently located.

8014 ROCHESTER CRES $424,900

This beautifully renovated home is completely updated including new kitchen and bathes, plus is in a fantastic lower college close to schools.

3290 NEW DALE ROAD, $429,900

Handyman SPECIAL. Located on private land with mature timber, trails for your toys and lots of outbuildings to set up for a hobby farm.

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This updated home with separate basement entry boasts a brand new kitchen, 3 bedrooms up, and an enormous oversized yard.

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Carling Groves Realtor® 250-570-7439

6547 SIMON FRASER Avenue, $469,900

Suite Deal! - This home in an absolutely awesome location in lower college has lots of updates.

1910 LARCH Street, $459,900

Suite Deal! - This big elegant home is on 3 city lots, has a sprawling open layout with over 1800 SF on the main, 3 bedrooms up.

2366 WEBBER Crescent, $449,900

Family starter home in the perfect location, close to Ginter’s field dog park, choice schools, University of Northern BC, Aquatic Centre.

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9395 OLD SUMMIT LAKE Road, $549,900

Suite Deal! - This updated home on 4.72 acres in city limits, is located minutes from all amenities.

2436 W KNELL Road, $949,900

This enormous executive home with 30’x 50’ truck shop is in a perfect mid Hart location on 1.7 sub-dividable acres. A dramatic entrance foyer.

13755 KEPPEL ROAD $549,900

Attention hobby farm enthusiast! Here is your spacious country rancher situated on 2.01 flat acres in the desirable Miworth location.

3924 ESTABROOK CRT $949,900

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!

1724 - 1732 TAMARACK Street, $649,900

This nice clean duplex with suites on each side is in a great central location close to everything.

2575 OAK Street, $999,900

Completely re-built after a fire, this essentially new 6-plex is fully rented and completely turn key with management already in place.

7230 SALMON VALLEY Road, $659,900

This spotless custom home with huge 4 bay shop is on 2.12 acres and minutes to town. The main floor boasts a wonderful open layout with 3 bedrooms.

1808 BITTNER RD - $1,350,000

This 20.5 AC city development property is the ot her undeveloped side of the Kovachich subdivision. Access off Bitter Rd E and Blackburn Rd North.