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Sandblast memories HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff

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sent five people to the hospital and ultimately ended the competition.

The video has more than 500,000 views.

The incident, which took place during

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Doug Balko and his bike parted ways mid course and the bike went on without him during the Sandblast in 2002.

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the 32nd annual Sandblast, was featured on the Discovery Channel in 2008 during an episode of Destroyed in Seconds.

So what exactly went down?

Ever wonder who was making those little wooden Mr. PG statues that keep popping up everywhere?

Doreen Denicola, at 61 years old, took over in 1990 when AiMHi shut down their woodworking shop where the little wooden statues had been made for years.

She didn’t stop making the little guys until 2012 when she was 83. She made 243 dozen of the little icon throughout those years. That’s 2,916 Mr. PGs in 22 years.

During the last 10 years Peter Melnik took over and Mrs. Denicola is forever grateful to him for doing that, she said.

Mr. PG was the brainchild of Harold Moffat in the 1950s who wanted to showcase the forest industry in the Prince George region and thought a local version of Paul Bunyan might do the trick.

Mr. PG has seen many variations over the years, including being a parade float mascot that was hinged at the waist so that he could avoid power lines and fit under bridges.

“He looked like he was bowing to the crowd – it was quite charming to see him in action,” Mrs. Denicola recalled.

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One of the most unique things to happen in Prince George has to be the Sandblast — the annual race down the cutbanks using skis, snowboards, bikes or just about anything.

The Prince George Citizen has unearthed some photos from the mid2000s and is looking to speak with anyone who was involved with this iconic event to stroll down memory lane to get a first-hand account of what it was really like to participate in the Sandblasts.

But first, here’s what we do know: The Sandblasts eventually became an event where people raced unconventional objects down the cutbanks, but it actually started in 1971 as a summer skiing competition.

The first Sandblast saw participants race down the sand on the steep cutbanks using snow skis. The Exploration Place actually has the pair of skis that Bob Nelmes used to win the first-ever Sandblast competition.

Although the Sandblasts are now a relic of a bygone era, memories and old footage of the events resurfaces on the internet once in a while.

A YouTube video of the final Sandblast event held in 2003 sometimes trends on Reddit. The clip shows a crash, which

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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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1. Liquor Licence Application No. LL100175

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

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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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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Nicole and Beatrice West, sister and mother of murder victim Christin West, give their reaction to the sentencing of Dennis Gladue as Brenda Wilson, left, looks on during a drumming circle at the courthouse last Wednesday.

Brutal stabbing death earns man 15 years MARK NIELSEN

Citizen staff

A man who pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for stabbing a woman to death in her Prince George apartment was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison without eligibility for parole for 15 years.

In issuing the sentence to Dennis Daniel Gladue, 38, B.C. Supreme Court Justice Gordon Weatherill endorsed a joint submission presented by Crown and defence counsel during a hearing the day before.

According to an agreed statement of facts, Gladue murdered Christin Marion West, 35, on Aug. 2, 2021 and her body was found five days later.

That Gladue pleaded guilty early in the process and is Indigenous failed to earn him the minimum 10 year without eligibility for parole.

The term fell in the mid-range of the 10-to-25 years allowed under the Criminal Code and was in the upper range of the 12-15 years case law suggests is appropriate given the circumstances, Weatherill said, noting West was an Indigenous woman who was murdered in her own home by a person she knew.

Also working against Gladue was evidence that West had been stabbed at least 33 times and that some of the wounds appeared defensive in nature as the victim tried to ward off her attacker.

Gladue also admitted to covering her in a blanket and then pouring bleach on her

before leaving the scene in her car.

His criminal record also came into play.

It includes two convictions for assaulting common law spouses, one for assaulting his mother and one for sexual interference involving a young girl for which he was sentenced to five years in prison.

Gladue has also been convicted several times of breaching release orders and alcohol played a “significant role” in most of the offences, Weatherill noted.

Weatherill found Gladue’s actions in the death of Christin West amounted to “moral culpability at the high end of the spectrum.”

Weatherill recounted a troubled upbringing for Gladue. Heavy alchol consumption and drug abuse had been part of his life since age 14 and by age 17 was out living on his own. Although Gladue had spent some time living with West in her apartment, his primary home at the time of her death was an encampment in downtown Prince George.

Gladue’s background was “all too common among Indigenous persons who come before the courts,” Weatherill said.

The outcome drew a mixed reaction.

“It’s justice but it doesn’t feel like it because she’s gone,” West’s sister Nicole West said.

“It relieves the pain that was being born but it will never bring her back,” mother Beatrice West said as a drumming circle in memory of Christin West was held outside the courthouse following the hearing.

Drunk drivers nabbed Prince George RCMP impounded four vehicles last Sunday night after finding their drivers had too much to drink at a College Heights softball diamond.

Members of the detachment’s municipal traffic services unit were patrolling the area of Domano Boulevard and St. Lawrence Avenue when they noticed several vehicles leaving a field and conducted some pullovers between 9-10 p.m.

Three of the drivers produced a “fail” reading on an approved screening device

and were issued 90-day driving prohibitions and their vehicles were impounded for 30 days. A fourth driver produced a “warn” reading was issued a three-day driving prohibition and their vehicle was impounded for three days.

“Make alternative arrangements to get home safely without putting yourself and motorists around you in jeopardy,” Cpl. Jennifer Cooper said. “Police will continue to be on patrol for impaired drivers in our community throughout the summer.”

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‘Because I love Mr. P.G.’ Continued from page 1

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at 11:00am Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort Harbour Room 100 Harbour Road Victoria, BC V9A 061 The Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia (LTSA) is a publicly accountable, statutory corporation.

Established under the Land Title and Survey Authority Act, the LTSA is responsible for operating British Columbia’s land title and survey systems.

The LTSA Annual Report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022 will be accessible on the LTSA website at www.ltsa.ca on June 24, 2022. Copies will also be available at the Annual General Meeting.

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A three-foot tall version of him that mysteriously disappeared during a Lions’ Club European tour was turned into a beer tap in a Scottish pub to be discovered by Prince George residents on holiday years later. After some negotiating with the pub owner he was brought back to where he belonged. He’s on display at Exploration Place right now and he’s wearing a kilt.

Finally for all to see is the metal version of the icon at the crossroads of Highway 16 and 97. He is made of metal because the wooden version was lit on fire so often the City of Prince George, who owns the trademark, gave up on it and made him fire proof.

In 1990, Mrs. Denicola couldn’t just let Mr. PG disappear as the face of Prince George when the AiMHi woodshop shut down and after many men were approached to create the miniature souvenir versions and everyone rejected the project as too much tiny detailed woodworking she decided she’d take on the task herself.

“He was about to disappear because we couldn’t get anybody to make the small guy,” Mrs. Denicola said. “I was craft oriented and did all manner of crafts and I didn’t see why I couldn’t do that guy so all I needed was a band saw and a drill press

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Doreen Denicola, now 93, made the wooden Mr. PG statues for 22 years. and I was in business.”

So her beloved husband Armand Denicola got her the tools she needed and taught her how to use them and away she went creating the little wooden man with the tiny doweling feet by the dozens and dozens and dozens.

“You have to risk your fingers creating the tiny pieces with the bandsaw when you’re making him,” she said.

And why did she take that risk?

“Because I love Mr. PG,” Mrs. Denicola laughed.

ANNUAL REPORTING ON REGIONAL DISTRICT FINANCES

What: Temporary Use Permit No. 264

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

When and Where: 1:30 p.m., Thursday, June 16, 2022 Regional District Board Room 155 George Street, Prince George BC

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

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.

Main Office: 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 T: 250-960-4400 TF: 1-800-667-1959 F: 250-563-7520 www.rdffg.bc.ca

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/landuse-planning/current-applications/ 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.

Who can I speak to? Daniel Burke, Planner II, 250-960-4400

Main Office: 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 T: 250-960-4400 TF: 1-800-667-1959 F: 250-563-7520 www.rdffg.bc.ca

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‘Day of fun’ planned for Indigenous Day HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff

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MOCCASIN WALK The Lheidli T’enneh held the inaugural Moccasin Walk on Saturday at the health centre. About 100 people gathered for the walk that raised more than $21,000 for the Elder Society.

After two years, Lheidli T’enneh First Nation will be officially hosting National Indigenous People’s Day (NIPD) celebrations on June 21.

The event was cancelled in an official capacity for the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic but is now coming back for an all-day event at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park.

It will feature everything from drumming, singing, Elders stories, displays, kids’ activities and food.

This year the schedule is also planned with cultural activities and live entertainment going all the way from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. in the evening.

School District No. 57 (SD57) is also participating in Indigenous Day events and will be bussing in students from throughout the district to join in the celebrations.

“It has been two years since we’ve had fun, so we want this to be a celebration for First Nations and other cultures that are going to be there,” said Lheidli T’enneh Chief Dolleen Logan.

She said National Indigenous Peoples Day is an opportunity for everyone to gather, and celebrate Indigenous culture and traditions but mostly it’s a day to have fun.

“This year SD57 is going to be bringing the kids so we plan on having fun and what is more fun than food, dancing, music and kids,” said Logan.

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Renters post family pics to appeal to landlords CHRISTINE DALGLEISH

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Right now people are posting their family photos to find housing they can afford in Prince George.

Kristy is a single mom of two young boys and an unusually well-behaved kitty, it says on her post on Kijiji.

She hopes her post will inspire the right landlord to reach out and provide the home she so desperately needs.

“If I don’t get a place by the end of the month I will be on the streets with my two boys,” Kristy said, who has lived in her present home for more than six years. It’s the only home the boys, who are three and five, have ever known. “It’s my job to provide a safe stable home for them and I feel like I’m failing as a mother.”

She’s gone to BC Housing and the Aboriginal Housing Society and she’s on their lists with no word yet of a spot.

“I’ve heard from the odd landlord and when I go to the place it’s either too small or it’s not available when I need it. The place I looked at today was damaged and wouldn’t be ready in time because he’s got to fix everything. I just need a home now and I’m really tired of looking.”

Kristin is a mom of three young boys with a partner with a steady job and she recently posted her ‘In Search Of’ ad because it worked the first time she did it

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Kristin, left, is a member of a five-person family looking for a home to rent in the Heritage area of Prince George. She posted this photo in her ‘In Search Of’ ad. Kristy, right, is a single mom of two young boys in search of an affordable place to rent quick in Prince George. She posted this photo in her ‘In Search Of’ ad. for the house they currently rent and now she’s looking to stay in the same neighbourhood – Heritage – so her kids can go to the same school.

“We wanted to be up front with our family circumstances so that we wouldn’t have to keep going back and forth with a potential landlord,” Kristin.

And maybe they’ll find a match more easily, she added.

“We’re just praying that it works,” Kristin said. “I’ve checked the rentals 100 times a day and we haven’t found anything yet.”

Her current landlord decided to sell because the market is so good right now and the house sold in a week.

Kristin said with her three boys they want to have a whole house to themselves so they are not disturbing anyone

and no one is disturbing them. They need to move by September 1 but the way things are in the current housing rental market she knew she had to get started early.

“I just felt including a picture of my family so they can see our faces might entice landlords more to rent to us,” Kristin said.

“With the market as it is nowadays it’s pretty cut throat.”

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UNBC prof to lead Indigenous health body CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

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HISTORIC PACT Lheidli T’enneh Chief Dolleen Logan and Prince George

Chamber of Commerce President Ray Noonan sign a partnership agreement to work together on areas of mutual interest in the future.

Dr. Margo Greenwood has been appointed interim scientific director of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Institute of Indigenous Peoples’ Health (IIPH) for a term of three years.

The institute will be hosted at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George.

“I am deeply honoured to take up this new role and responsibilities as interim scientific director with the CIHR Institute of Indigenous Peoples’ Health,” Greenwood said.

“I look forward to continuing to build on the vital work set out in the strategic

plans of CIHR and the IIPH. In this work it is critical to engage with Indigenous individuals, communities, and organizations across the country.”

Greenwood is a highly acclaimed Indigenous scholar of Cree ancestry.

She is currently the academic leader of the National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health and a professor in the education program at the university.

Greenwood is recognized nationally and internationally for her work in early childhood care and education of Indigenous children and in public health.

In December 2021, Greenwood was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada for her scholarship in early childhood education and her transformational leadership in Indigenous health policy.

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Pine Valley fees make no sense

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alking with Lyn Hall, I commented I don’t tend to talk about city business in these columns but sometimes I feel like weighing in on an issue.

I confess. I am a golfer.

I have been for 40 years and will keep playing until I can’t.

There is a great deal of pleasure to be obtained from golf, provided the drives are straight and the putts drop.

And frustration when drives aren’t straight and putts lip out.

Golf is a good walk, period.

Over the past couple of years, I have played all of the courses in Prince George, but mostly Aberdeen Glen.

It is a beautiful and challenging course with great facilities. The staff does an incredible job of keeping the course in immaculate shape. I don’t mind paying higher greens fee for what should be viewed as a championship course.

And although I don’t play at the Prince George Golf and Curling Club anywhere near as often, it is an equally spectacular course well worth the money spent on green fees.

There is a great deal of care put into the course by the staff.

But for the city to approve a massive increase in the fees for Pine Valley makes no sense. Yes, it is a fun little course to play. However, it is not on par with the rest of the golf courses in town.

Consider that for the same $33 dollars, you can play at Alder Hills which is a better, more challenging course. For $47, you can play Aspen Grove - a full 18-hole golf course.

I am not saying Pine Valley is a bad course. It is great for a beginner – I have a friend who is teaching his son to play while learning himself.

The course was perfect for that sort of activity, and it was affordable. Is it worth the extra cost though?

Will they keep playing there when it costs much more? Especially as kids play free at other courses in town.

Further, for Coun. Terri McConnachie to describe the increase as “small”, Coun. Brian Skakun to add “It’s a small, small increase” and Coun. Garth Frizzell to pun bespeaks a level of tone deafness you don’t expect from city councillors.

But then again, maybe you do.

— Todd Whitcombe is a UNBC chemistry professor

We acknowledge the financial support of the government of Canada.

Nous reconnaissons l’appli financier du gouvernement du Canada.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR SYMPHONY SHOW SUBLIME On Sunday, May 29, I attended the Prince George Symphony Orchestra’s last mainstage concert of the season.

I enjoyed it so much that I wanted to submit a review to The Citizen, in hopes that might inspire others to appreciate the Canadian artists who were featured and attend the symphony in the future.

The entire event was a delight, from Michael Hall’s pre-performance chat to the post-show question and answer with some of the musicians. However, the most impactful part, for me, was the presentation of Mathieu Lussier’s Odd Bird Concerto, which featured bassoonist Nadina Mackie Jackson.

I must admit that it took me a moment to get into the piece. I don’t often hear classical music that features the bassoon over strings, for example. It sounded so different from what I usually listen to. However, by the end of the first movement, I couldn’t help but be completely captivated.

I could hear a narrative, whether one was intended or not. To me, the chimes and string section painted a solemn, challenging landscape through which the light, flitting, spirit represented by the bassoon was navigating. I could hear – and feel – what this little bird was facing. The heart-wrenching use of minor keys in the second movement read as emotionally trying moments where the courage and hope of this brilliant, innocent creature were tested. It pained me, viscerally, hearing the bassoon express something which sounded so

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painful. The melody felt like grief, sometimes. However, the undeniable glow of hope sang through in the third movement, which sent a wave of relief and goosebumps from my head to toes.

The musical landscape warmed, the gloomy fog from the previous movement dissipated and the scene was filled with rays of light. I could hear the bird flying freely, and they seemed to grow more daring and hopeful as they went. The bassoon so perfectly expressed how resilient and capable this bird now understood itself to be. The strings quickened their pace to match the bird’s flight and the chimes now sounded like joy. The piece ended with such a glowing, triumphant and satisfying flourish that the entire theatre leapt to their feet in applause.

I was moved to tears by the beauty of this concerto.

The entire time I was listening, I couldn’t help but wonder at how it must have felt for Nadina to have received this score, which was composed, specifically, for her.

What is it like for another human being to care enough about you to be driven to create something so exquisitely beautiful? To give you something as abstract and heartfelt as music itself? I can only wonder.

After a few days of reflection, I imagine it might feel something like how I did on Sunday, sitting in Vanier Hall, listening to the PGSO and hearing this piece for the first time: profoundly grateful, inspired and affected in a way that I cannot adequately express with words. It must be sublime.

Heidi Klepsch, Prince George

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wise person once wrote, “On their deathbed, no one ever said, ‘I wish I’d spent more time at the office.’”

There is nothing wrong with being good in our chosen profession, but there is certainly much more to a person’s life.

My family recently said goodbye to our 89-year-old father. It is very interesting to listen to the things said about him. Dad was extremely competent in his profession.

Meaning in life does not come only from work, however. As the family gathers and talks about Dad, there is little mention of his career. We are talking about how we knew he cared about us, how he made us feel, and how he made us laugh. It is amazing to hear the consistency in the stories about him.

One thing that is said over and

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over is that dad loved to engage with people in conversation. He was curious, but he also had strong opinions.

I engaged in many arguments with him about the cause of the world’s problems and the best way to promote well-being in the developing world. We often agreed to disagree, but each of us walked away with an awareness that there may have been a grain of truth in what the other person was saying.

As I reflect on my own approach to teaching and to writing, I see the influence of my family. I continue to have strong opinions, but I know

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that the world does not need people who think the same. We need to explore perspectives, listen to each other, and at the same time allow our ideas to be challenged.

Perhaps this is my father’s greatest legacy. Society is not the same as a family, but honour and respect are still central to all our relationships. We, therefore, need to recognize when these principles are present and when they are not.

My Dad always made me feel valued, regardless of my opinions. If others don’t make us feel that way, why should we give them any credibility?

Humanity is very diverse, and each person is the gift of who they are. If we keep this in mind, maybe when our time comes, we will leave the world better than we found it.

Gerry Chidiac is a Prince George writer.

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IT’S THE GUNS

IT’S NOT THE GUNS

The gun problem in the U.S. stems from a basic misinterpretation of the second amendment of the Constitution which consists of only one sentence.

“A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.”

The second amendment was never meant to give people the right to own a gun to hold up the local 7-11 store or mass-shoot a school full of children. Before and during the Revolution, the British government forbade the colonists from having arms, so they were at a decided disadvantage during the Revolution until they acquired them by other means. Once America declared itself independent, citizens were given the right in the Constitution to “keep and bear arms” and to form militias to protect the new country against foreign powers.

The first part is the condition that allows the right to “keep and bear arms” If the condition is removed, then that particular right becomes unnecessary. The militia in colonial times was made up of citizens, so they needed personal weapons to protect the young state (from Mexico, the French, and Canada which was still British). Now the militia is the professional armed services of America.

Militias and personal arms are unnecessary to protect America against foreign powers.

America must give up its treasured “freedom” to own personal guns. This “freedom” is taking away the freedom of the average citizen to be without fear of death when going to school, going to a concert, going to church, going to synagogue, going to mosque, going to yoga class etc.

SCOTUS can be and is wrong in its interpretation of the second amendment in light of 40,000 annual gun deaths.

America simply has to abandon its cherished “right” to own personal weapons or the slaughter will simply continue. It won’t stop until the manufacture and sale of arms and ammunition ceases and existing arms are collected and destroyed.

It is clear that the second amendment allowed militias only to protect the U.S. from foreign powers, not from its own government. That’s why they have elections and peaceful transfer of power. Militias formed to overthrow their own government are by definition insurrectionist and therefore illegal.

Donald A. Fraser, Prince George

We all want an end to the horrific school shootings in the U.S. The question is how to stop them?

Gun control is always the gut reaction, but it’s clear something else is involved. There are 400 million privately owned guns in the U.S. Let’s be realistic - disarming the people isn’t going to happen.

While Americans endure more mass shootings than all other developed countries combined, and while they have the highest per capita gun ownership rate in the world, they do not have the highest per capita overall murder rate.

More than 100 countries have higher murder rates and all of them have stringent gun control laws.

You don’t need a gun to commit a murder or a mass murder.

The deadliest school massacre in U.S. history occurred at the Bath Consolidated School just outside East Lansing, Mich. On May 18, 1927.

The toll was 45 killed and 58 injured with a bomb.

The 1995 Oklahoma City bombing killed 168 and injured more than 600.

There already is gun control in the U.S. No one can just walk into a store and, a few minutes later, walk out with a gun.

Background/criminal record checks are enforced, and various states and cities have their own gun laws.

According to 2012 data, the strictest gun controlled city was Detroit, which also had the highest murder rate in the US. The lowest murder rate was heavily armed and lightly gun controlled Plano, Tex. In the whole decade of the 1950s there was one mass shooting in the U.S. In the 1960s, there were six mass shootings. In the 1970s, 13. In the 1980s, 32. In the 1990s, 42.

And it keeps going up. Why? What changed?

Guns were much more readily available in the ‘50s and there was far less gun control. Schools even had rifle clubs.

It seems clear that something has happened, something that has fundamentally changed society, changed how people think and act. It’s not just the mere presence of guns. Lawmakers and activists would do well to try and get to the bottom of this deeper rot, rather than taking the easy path and blaming firearms.

Art Betke, Prince George

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RESULTS from last week’s polls: Do you think gun and gang violence is a problem in Prince George? ●

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Work crews lay down a new surface at PGARA Speedway.

PGARA repaved TED CLARKE Citizen staff

When stock car racing resumes this weekend at PGARA Speedway, sipping a cup of tea behind the steering wheel won’t be on the list of things to do for drivers once the green flag drops on another race season.

But they just might be able to get away with it, considering the smooth sailing they’ll encounter now that a layer of fresh pavement that been laid down on the three-eighth-mile oval track.

Paving crews from Lafarge have been taking advantage of the sunshine and warm conditions the past three days to give the track a $350,000 facelift and it will be ready in time for the WESCAR Rolling Mix 100 season-opener on Saturday.

“It’s definitely been needed for 20 years for sure, everyone’s talked about it for a long time,” said Jamie Crawford, president of the Prince George Auto Racing Association.

“It was a goal I set five years ago when I became president that I wasn’t leaving until the track was paved, so I guess 2022 is my year.”

Crawford says he has no plans to step down anytime soon and he’s encouraged by the sponsors who have stepped up to supply materials, labour and equipment to make the necessary track improvements. Before the track was paved a concrete wall had to be repoured and that was all handled by a crew from Williams Lake that donated its time on a weekend to build the concrete forms.

“The direct cost out of our pocket, by the time we’re done fixing walls and fencing and paving this year its going to be close to $350,000, but above and beyond the cost are our sponsors, they’re unreal,” said Crawford. “Twin Rivers Development, Rolling Mix Concrete, TC Electric, P.G. Auto Wrecking, The CAT Rental Store, those places have stepped up and made this all happen together.

The help and the sponsors is above and beyond the actual money that we spend.

Westcana Electric is doing all our lighting, it’s just things we don’t have to worry about. They’re just stepping up. This can’t happen without the sponsors.”

All told, 1,800 tonnes of asphalt delivered in 110 truckloads were needed to pave the track.

Paving projects planned

Crews in northern B.C. will be busy working this summer on paving projects that cover more than 296 km of highways and sideroads.

Major resurfacing projects taking place in the Pregion and throughout the north this spring and summer include: • Resurfacing four kilometres on Highway 97 from the Junction of Highway 16 to 5th Avenue – work includes resurfacing on Old Summit Lake Road, Wright Creek Road and Reid Lake Road.

• Resurfacing 29 kilometres on Highway 52 from the junction of Highway 97 to Brassey Creek and 22 kilometres on Highway 29 from the junction of Highway 97 to Sukunka River Forest Service Road.

• Resurfacing 21 kilometres on Highway 35 from Burns Lake Trestle Bridge to the intersection of Colleymount Road.

• Resurfacing 36 kilometres in the Chief Lake Road and Ness Lake Road area.

• Resurfacing 40 kilometres on Highway 37N from Eddontenajon Rest Area to Stikine River Bridge. Work includes first-time hard surfacing on two kilometres of side roads in Lower Post.

• Resurfacing 48 kilometres on Highway 97 from East Pine to 247 Road.

• Resurfacing 40 kilometres of side roads in the Cluculz Lake area.

Work will take place from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m., and drivers can expect some delays.

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Entrepreneurs make their pitch at business fair HANNA PETERSEN

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Olamipo Bandele was one of the 80 local vendors who attended the Summer Small Business Fair at the Roll-A-Dome Sunday.

Bandele moved to Canada three years ago from Nigeria and for the past two years she has been exploring how to build community through fashion and culture.

Her booth called the Slow Fashion Boutique displayed handmade items she’s worked to produce with artisans in Nigeria.

“The idea is to decrease the consumption of fast fashion through conscious and intentional styling,” said Bandele.

“Everything was handmade, and custom made in Nigeria, and they are all collaboration projects with designers in Nigeria so I picked out the leathers, picked out the designs, sketched out the ideas and we produced it.”

She said each item takes about 14 to 20 days to produce and she wants these products to help redefine what being ‘made in Nigeria’ is.

All of the texture and fabrics used in the products are indigenous to western Nigeria but with modern infusions.

“There’s so much talent and so much beauty in where I am from and being in

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Olamipo Bandele works with designers in Nigeria to produce her own ethically sourced clothing line.

Canada and being a minority – this is just how I make my mark on the world and say that I am here,” said Bandele.

“I figured that bringing these afro-infused pieces to Prince George for people to wear – they are unique- and it’s to make them feel like ‘yes, I can wear this and not everyone has it’.”

Bandele said her current collection of items is six-to-eight months in the making.

“But everything has been slowly

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produced and consciously produced,” added Bandele.

“Last year I launched a mini collection to test the waters and see what the response would be and I really got a great response to this inspired me to go bigger.”

The small business not only featured unique clothing like Bandele’s designs but everything from food trucks to local artisans and even beekeepers.

“I recently retired last year July and I got full time into beekeeping and have just every hive product except royal jelly,” said Neil Hutt, from Bee Hutt Apiary.

He sells everything from liquid and creamed raw honey, specialty honey, beeswax, and candles and even brought live bees and a honeycomb with him to the business fair as a demonstration.

He now operates 30 hives in Prince George and about 60 in Vanderhoof.

“Everyone thinks you just throw some bees into a box and it just takes care of itself but beekeeping is very specific when the bees demand your time you have to abide to it otherwise you are not going to succeed very well,” said Hutt.

“It’s not labour intensive but it is time-specific.”

In terms of the products, he’s able to produce with the help of the bees, Hutt said you can’t get more natural or healthy than bees.

“Everything. All the by-products – it’s nothing but healthy for you.”

The annual Summer Small Business Fair saw many people visit the Roll-A-Dome for the event, which is intended for local vendors to meet new customers and promote their products many of which are unique and handcrafted items.

The next small business fair takes place in the fall.

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Museum receives $750,000 federal grant ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff

Minister Harjit Sajjan was in Prince George to announce $750,000 in federal funding for The Exploration Place’s ongoing renovation.

Sajjan, minister of international development and minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced the funding as part of $1.8 million for five culture and recreation projects across northern B.C. In addition, Sajjan announced $150,500 for the Northern B.C. Tourism Association to create an inventory of accessible tourism opportunities in the region.

“The Exploration Place is a great example of how local infrastructure supports our communities,” Sajjan said. “When it does (re)open, I think it will be an amazing place to visit.”

Supporting arts and culture venues like The Exploration Place also helps grow local economies by supporting tourism, he added.

Museum CEO Tracy Calogheros said The Exploration Place was informed it would receive the funding several months ago, and made the decision to expand their renovation project. The decision has meant that the museum had to push back its reopening date from June to September, she said.

The funding means the museum has been able to redo its roof, renovate the exterior, purchase commercial kitchen equipment for the Origins Kitchen and upgrade the museum’s mechanical systems, she said.

“I anticipate most construction will be done in July and then we’ll start on the exhibit work,” Calogheros said. “It’s totally worth the wait.”

Once the renovations are complete, the museum will feature a new gallery focused on glaciation and ice ages on the main floor, Origins Kitchen will serve food directly into the park but also provide a teaching kitchen for adult and youth cooking classes, dedicated gallery space

for repatriated artifacts belonging to the Lheidli T’enneh and other northern B.C. Indigenous groups, a Mr. PG gallery, a larger space for travelling exhibits on the main floor, a “living wall” of plants in the atrium and plenty of other new features, Calogheros said.

“We function as a northern provincial museum,” Calogheros said.

The Exploration Place is looking to reach out to many immigrant and minority communities in northern B.C. to dedicate gallery space to telling their stories as well, she said. In addition, it is seeking to get designated as a zoo so it can increase the number of local animals it can feature.

Author runner-up for national prize Prince George author Gillian Wigmore has won the runner up prize for The Danuta Gleed Literary Award for her book Night Watch: The Vet Suite. The Danuta Gleed award celebrates a Canadian writer for the best first collection of published short fiction in the English language.

“Night Watch is a beautiful anthem to the hard world of a rural veterinarian, a life of muscle and blood and guts, all detailed by Gillian Wigmore with surprising delicacy and

lyricism,” the selection jury wrote about Night Watch. “These moving stories make poetic the mountains and gravel roads, the headlights at night and C-sections in doomed barns, the calves and donkeys and horses and otters, the miracles and casualties during nights without sleep. The book is intimate, superb.”

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Wigmore’s vets struggle during calving seasons, reaching for moments of grace between phone calls and farm calls; they balance their family’s births and deaths with shepherding animals through caesareans and euthanasia in harsh winters and muddy, ruthless springs.

Wigmore is also the author of three books of poetry, (most recently Orient, Brick Books, 2014) a novella, (Grayling, Mother Tongue Publishing, 2014) and a novel (Glory, Invisible Publishing, 2017).

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Cancer climb tops $60K The 7th annual Climb for Cancer has surpassed the fundraising goal set for this year’s event.

The preliminary fundraising amount for the 7th annual Climb for Cancer has been calculated and over $60,000 has been raised so far, which was the goal for 2022.

This compares to $50,000 raised in 2021 and brings the total raised over seven years to over $300,000.

The annual event sees participants climb up the Nechako cutbanks in support of the Kordyban Lodge, which is a not-for-profit home-away-from-home

for cancer patients from northern B.C. who are receiving treatments in Prince George.

An estimated 400 people attended, making up a number of teams that climbed the cutbanks either vertically or via the switchbacks.

The biggest team consisted of 40 people who came out in support of a local 17-year-old who is going through cancer treatment and currently staying at Ronald McDonald House in Vancouver, a facility which is very similar to the Kordyban Lodge in Prince George.

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to be comparatively large and aggressive fish and have been known to bite on sockeye rigs (flashers and bead setup @ <30’) as well as plugs (green / yellow and blue worked for me) trolled at many depths.

These rainbow trout feed on kokanee and While you don’t need a downrigger, I think salmon fry, and grow quite large. There is it just gives you more control on the repetilimited information regarding the size of tion of what depth works.”

Babine Lake’s Sutherland population, and Donaldson adds that, “Willow leaf and small because it is a rare ecotype, anglers are “lifelike coloured” lures, such as green and encouraged to practise catch-and-release yellow work well at shallower depths.” when going after these big rainbow trout Early in the season the trout will inhabit to encourage the long-term sustainability shallow waters, but as the water warms up of this species. Barbless hooks are also the fish migrate to deeper, cooler sections of the lake. encouraged to improve survival. abine Lake is home to a special strain of rainbow trout that grows much larger than common rainbow trout species.

This strain of trout is part of a rare ecotype called the Sutherland population.

Fisheries biologists and area stakeholders Don’t miss the popular the Babine Lodge continue their research programs on Babine Fishing Derby in July!

Lake to determine if the stock is sustainable at present levels. They look at the habitat and conduct surveys on tributaries as well.

Babine Lake is known for producing trophy char, rainbow trout and salmon.

Angler’s Atlas Field Staff member Kenneth Donaldson says that the trout in Babine Lake, “are considered by many

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Well, that year, three participants (Jonathan Dryblom, Eric Leach and Shawn Burleigh) attached bicycle tires to the underside of an old couch.

Unfortunately, when they set off down the slope, they lost control of their couch contraption and it veered off course.

The couch slammed into some spectators watching from the sidelines.

It flipped and sent the three men flying.

The couch ran directly into Sandblast volunteer Julie Middleton and eight-yearold Meara Morse. All five people were sent to the hospital with various injuries.

The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George said they weren’t aware of the furniture-racing aspect of the competition.

(The regional district was the one who had to issue the permit for the event.)

Permitting dealt with spectator safety and fencing at the top of the hill, rather than the devices used to race down the slope.

Although the five people taken to the hospital were not seriously hurt, because of the crash and the rising insurance costs, organizers never held the event again.

If you or someone you know was ever involved with a Prince George Sandblast event throughout its 40-year history and would like to share your memories, please email news@pgcitizen.ca.

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SD57 slashes $2.2 million to balance budget ARTHUR WILLIAMS

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School District 57’s board of education passed a balanced budget after the district was forced to find $2.2 million in cuts to offset rising costs.

The budget was originally considered by the board during a special meeting on May 16, and followed by 10 days of additional public consultation from May 17 to May 27.

“We are looking at almost a seven per cent inflation rate. How are we going to continue funding what we are doing if (provincial) funding is not increased?” trustee Tim Bennett said. “Without funding being increased at least at the rate of inflation, it is a cut to services.”

The district is projecting to bring in $173 million in revenue for the 2023 school year, but anticipated nearly $175

million in operating expenses, according to a report which was presented to the board. The district was able to use more than $100,000 of accumulated surpluses from last year to offset some of the rising costs, but the remainder was found through cuts to the district’s facilities and central administration departments, secretary treasurer Darleen Patterson said.

The savings were found by the removal of unfilled staff positions, eliminating two utility vehicles and reducing the budgets for “dual coverage” when teachers and staff are away, professional development and travel, snow removal, furniture and equipment replacements, supplies and resources and software licenses, Patterson reported.

“None of the cuts are in schools,” Patterson said. “(But) you can’t cut in the facilities department and not feel it eventually.”

The number of full-time equivalent students attending school in the district is projected to drop slightly, from 13,143.7 in 2022 to 13,068.9 in 2023.

“When you have flat enrollment and unchanged per-student funding, you have very similar revenues,” Patterson said.

“All our contracts for transportation are 30 per cent higher than in previous years.

Our capital contracts are coming back 25 to 50 per cent higher than the ministry estimated. We had these incremental costs, matched with flat revenue.”

Another driver for rising costs are the negotiated salaries increases for the district’s unionized teachers and staff, Patterson added. The district has been forced to reduce the scope of its capital projects to do as much as it can within the money available.

District chairperson Sharel Warrington said the board is legally obligated to pass

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a balanced budget, and could be removed by the minister of education if they fail to do so.

The district was able to find $2.2 million in cuts this year, but unless something changes the new board will be facing even more challenges next year at budget time, she said.

“There will, ultimately, be a time when we will have a sustainability issue,” Warrington said. “We will, indeed, be facing a very significant challenge next year.

We are just extending the need to have a sustainability discussion to next year.”

However, she said, there is still time for the provincial government to come forward with additional funding to help school districts across the province face the inflationary challenges ahead of them.

“We need to push the government that we aren’t alone here,” she said. “A lot of districts… will face challenges next year.”

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The Virtual Clinic works with your family doctor, nurse practitioner, and health care team to complement the care you receive in your community, or to provide support for those who don’t have a family doctor. The Virtual Clinic provides culturally safe care to patients who need medical help after hours and wish to speak to a heath care team member (doctor, nurse practitioner, or nurse) by phone or video.

Call the Virtual Clinic if you or a family member are experiencing: · Asthma · Ear aches · Eye irritation/injuries · Feelings of anxiety, sadness, or depression · Headache · Mild back pain · Mild breathing difficulties · Mild shortness of breath · Minor burns · Skin rashes and infections · Sore throat or cough · Sprains caused by minor accidents and falls · Symptoms of COVID-19 · Urinary tract infections · Vomiting, diarrhea, or dehydration · Worsening cough · A need for support around substance use treatment such as Opioid Agonist Therapy, or safer pharmaceutical alternatives to street drugs.

Call 1-844-645-7811 The clinic is open 7 days a week from 10 am to 10 pm (including holidays).

Visit the Northern Health Virtual Primary and Community Care Clinic webpage to learn more: northernhealth.ca/locations/medical-clinics/virtual-clinic

Reminder: Rapid tests available at local pharmacies Did you know that rapid antigen testing kits are free for residents of BC? Anyone can ask for a kit – you don’t even have to show ID!

This means that the next time you run out of shampoo, toilet paper, or toothpaste, you can also pick up your free kit at participating pharmacies across the province!

Get your kit today! Find a pharmacy near you. bcpharmacy.ca/rapid-tests/list

COVID-19 vaccine information for Prince George (including 5-11 year olds): ·

Age 12+ vaccination can happen at your local pharmacy.

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All ages (including 5-11 year olds) vaccination will continue through Northern Health.

For more information on 12+ COVID-19 vaccines in pharmacies, visit: bcpharmacy.ca/patients For more information on all ages (including 5-11 year olds) COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Northern Health, visit: northernhealth.ca/health-topics/covid-19-immunization-clinics

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VIRGO One of your children will impress you and fill you with pride, even if it’s only by taking their first steps. You’ll be successful at work because of your outspoken nature.

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REMEMBRANCES

CELEBRATE YOUR FAMILY OCCASIONS AND SHARE MEMORIES

In Memoriam

Memorial Services

Sylvia Ellen Majetich (nee Richmond) March 20, 1948 - November 4, 2021 BURYN, FRANCES AUGUST 5, 1943 JUNE 6, 2021 We ask why you had to leave so soon and miss you every day. You remain forever in our hearts.

Love always, Wally and family

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Obituaries LAURA LANGLEY 2x42.8 PGC002484

McEachern, Stan November 27, 1937 - May 24, 2022

Celebration of Life Saturday: June 11 at 3:00 pm Gateway Church - 2055 20th Ave Refreshments to follow

We are so incredibly sad to see you go, Grandpa Stan but are comforted in a belief that Grandma Teine met you on the other side. You left us all with many great stories, which will be an honour to continue to tell. From ’Stool Pigeons’ you encountered on your travels to helping young teens get their truck unstuck in the middle of the night. And who can forget all the trees you’ve fallen for us? All of which you did while you were in your 70s and 80s! Your legacy will live on forever. RIP! Love, all your family (The Edgsons) and friends

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Nicklas George

Edith Louise Jahn

A great soul serves everyone all the time, A great soul never dies, It brings us together again and again.

Edith Louise Jahn passed away peacefully on May 28, 2022 at the age of 90.

You left us on June 4, 2021 It’s been one difficult year without you.

You remain in our hearts and souls.

You are missed very much as a father, husband, grandpa, brother and uncle.

She will be remembered by her children: Michael Noonan (Sheila), Kathleen Labounty (Jim), Dennis Noonan (Kelly), Susan Goudreau (Bill), John Noonan (Maureen), Bruce Noonan and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

With love, Stella George Louella, Dan, Greg, Gilbert, Vincent and Tammy

No service by request.

Djuro (George) Mihaljevic April 11, 1952 to May 30, 2022

May the Sunshine of Comfort Dispel the Clouds of Despair

George is survived by his wife Sandy, daughter Anya (Brad) and grandsons Archer and Maverick.

Also survived by those that were there for us Susan, Richard Kelly,Steven. and Julie Jay; and our our amazing friend Laura who spent countlesshours with us. Many friends in Canada and family in Croatia and Bosnia. No service by request. Thank you to Dr. Marco, Dr. Zhang and the wonderful nurses in the IMU Pod B, and the nurses and Care Aides at Hospice House. These are truly amazing people.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John (Jack) Goold on May 31, 2022 at the age of 77.

Predeceased by his mother and father, Jack and Nancy Goold and his sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and Bob Clee. Survived by his loving wife, Bernie, his brothers, Bill, Barry (Corrie), Keith, Gordon (Jean) and numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and the Lavery families in Ireland.

Funeral mass will be at Immaculate Conception Church on Saturday June 11th 2022 at 10:00am followed by a reception at the Bon Voyage Banquet Room.

In lieu of flowers donations to St. Vincent de Paul in Jack’s name will be greatly appreciated.

Mass will also be available and assessable 10 minutes prior to the beginning of mass at www.icparish.ca

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Gilbert Jess

George Edward Winter

Shirley Louise Goglin

Jan 12, 1932 - Feb 7, 2022

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Born: May 13, 1952 in Prince George, BC Passed away: April 7, 2022 in Ladysmith, BC

Predeceased by Mom & Dad Jim & Louise Vansomer and brother Buzz Vansomer. Shirley is survived by her husband Stephen, children Stephen Dennis, Shane Bradly, Scott and fiance Katrina, grandchildren Alex & Anna (Jasper James), and brother Donny Vansomer.

Shirley was a great wife, mother and friend. She came from a very humble beginning and became a very successful woman working as a medical office assistant in several specialist’s office in Prince George and Nanaimo, B.C. Shirley is missed and always will be by her family, friends and BFF’s.

There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm at the Elks Hall-663 Douglas St, Prince George

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert.

Survived by his loving wife Louise, their 6 children – Michele (Dave), Kelly (Don), Tara, Bev (Craig), Alan, and Sandy (Ken), 11 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and many close friends.

Predeceased by his parents Albert & Bertha, brother Calvin, two grandchildren Shane and Christie, and great grandchild Olivia.

Gilbert loved life! He will always be remembered for his love of hunting, fishing, weekends at the family ski cabin, and spending time with family and friends.

Celebration of Life : June 4th @ 12:00- 2:00 pm at Senior Activity Center - 425 Brunswick St

It is with love and deep sadness that we announce the passing of George Edward Winter. Dad was born on January 12, 1932 and passed away February 7, 2022.

He had so many achievements that we were proud of. He moved from Victoria to Prince George in 1972 to become General Manager of Coca Cola.

He was the oldest Boxing Commissioner of the Boxing Federation of Canada, President of the Restaurant Association, Mardi Gras, CNIB and so much more.

His legacy lives on with his daughters Cheryl (Ted), Janice (Glen), son Geordie (Sherry), grandchildren Landon (Dezarray), Dane (Catherine), George (Ashley) and Kassandra (James); great grandchildren Melody, Sadie, Shaye, Phallon, Aidyn, Jude, Ava and Carter.

Predeceased by his parents Norman and Clara, brothers Charlie and Rod, wife Bev, grandchildren Clayton and Ben and great grandchild Gracie.

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

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

-Anonymous

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at the Salvation Army- 777 Ospika Blvd at 2:00 pm, tea to follow. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the SPCA and the Salvation Army.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Nancy (Nickiforek, Kuchurak) Woyciehouski

Established Franchise Photography Business Serving Northern B.C for over 35 years

May 28, 1922 - June 2, 2022 Nancy born and raised as Nancy (Safrina) Nickiforek into a family of 7 other siblings and a set of parents, Nancy is the last surviving member of her immediate family. Nancy and her family lived in Three Hills or Hairy Hills Alberta (one of which is now obsolete) then the father decided to pack up the family et all and moved to Vernon, British Columbia. There they re-established another farm and Nancy lived at the same home until she got married to Mr. Nick (Nicholas) Kuchurak.

They lived in a simple house with no running water and a pot stove heated the living room while the good ol’ kitchen stove heated the remainder of the home and served as a cooking corner for all their meals.

Gross Revenues of $150.000 plus annually from seasonal work Lots of opportunity to expand the business.

Transition support available to the right buyer

Serious Enquiries Only Office 250-596-9199 Cell 250-981-1472

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

The Kuchuraks’ had three children - the oldest is Shirley, middle child is Violet and the youngest and only male child in the family is Stanley. The children had a simplistic life style of going to school, helping out with chores around the house and playing with neighborhood children. They are all seniors and reside in Prince George, New Westminster and Vancouver.

Toys/Games/Puzzles Alot of used & new $5-$15 each. 778-675-4716

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Tax Preparation Business servicing Mackenzie and McLeod Lake area for over 30 years.

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

Nancy had tried grade 1 three times and at that time they told her not to return. (in that time frame they did not have “help facilities” like there is today to help everyone have a full, useful life.) Nancy was a sickly child who was not expected to live long. She was a happy, easygoing child willing to gather the eggs, milk the cows, pick fruit from the bushes as well as the trees and strawberries from the garden patches. As a married mother of three; she did a lot of babysitting for her nieces. Her hands became gnarled from all the constant embroidery, knitting and baking that was her custom to do. Nancy would give you her last shirt off her back due to her kindness and generosity. Nancy was well liked by everybody. After her husband died in 1958, Nancy was left to fend for herself but thanks to her wonderful sister Grace, the family survived. The two sisters had to give up the spacious home they bought together as they were no longer able to look after a large home. Grace went to live with her two daughters and Shirley was called up to take her mother as Violet reneged on her promise to Nancy’s dying husband George that she would take care of Mom. There was just enough room for the two of the to travel back to Prince George. Nancy and Shirley did everything together, travelled, volunteered locally at special events as well as different non-profit organizations. They travelled to visit family in Vancouver as well as Gibsons, B.C. Nancy lived with her oldest daughter til she was married to George and after George died; Nancy went to live at Gateway Assisted Living.

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Personal Messages 67 year old Vanderhoof man would like to meet a woman 50-65. He likes camping, fishing, movies, music and travelling. Text me at 204-402-0288.

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May 28th, 2022 Nancy had a celebration put on by the residents of Gateway and then a separate one was held for Nancy’s family that was able to attend. (Lumby and Gibsons B.C. The best and most dearest wishes were shared with Nancy on the 100th celebration of her birth and on Thursday, June 2, 2022, Nancy’s pain subsided and her peaceful rest began.

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Spruce Capital Seniors is looking for a part-time Administrator/CoOrdinator.

Email resume to sprucecapitalseniors@shaw.ca or call 250-563-6450 for more information.

Skilled Help Spruce Capital Seniors is looking for a janitor, 2 times per week.

Email resume to sprucecapitalseniors@shaw.ca or call 250563-6450 for more information.

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

Please email resume to sprucecapitalseniors@shaw.ca or bring to 3701 Rainbow Dr (Basement) Monday-Thursday between 9 am - 3 pm. For more info call 250-563-6450

The Prince George Citizen is looking for a freelance photographer.

Interested candidates please email lsmith@glaciermedia.ca along with some samples of your best photos.

Binche Whut’en Job Posting

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

Band Operations Manager

TWI is supporting the Stuart Lake Hospital Redevelopment Project.

This is the development of a new hospital to serve Fort St. James and surrounding area including First Nations communities of the Takla Lake First Nation, Tl’azt’en Nation, Binche Whut’en First Nation, Nak’azdli Whut’en, and Yekooche First Nation.

Length of Project: Spring 2022 to Summer 2025 WE ARE LOOKING FOR: JOURNEYMAN AND APPRENTICE CARPENTERS SKILLED AND EXPERIENCED OPERATORS GENERAL SKILLED LABOURERS JOB DESCRIPTION • Demolition of existing hospital • Design and construction of a new hospital Construction of surface parking, landscaping, and a redundant emergency access

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.

Please send resume to finanace@binche.ca.

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Digital Sales Specialist The Prince George Citizen is growing our team and looking to add a Digital Sales Specialist.

The ideal candidate is someone who is comfortable meeting with business owners, managers and decision makers and discussing their marketing and communications needs.

Prior media experience is an asset, but not required.

We’re looking to onboard someone with a great attitude and personality.

As a division of Glacier Media, our sales team at the Citizen has access to industry-leading digital marketing solutions, to help our clients reach the right audience with the right message at the right time.

If this opportunity speaks to you, please email your resume to Curtis Armstrong – carmstrong@pgcitizen.ca by May 27, 2022.

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EMPLOYMENT General Employment Help wanted for local financial services location - an Office Assistant, 3-4 days per week, top wages plus benefits.

Some experience in this field would be helpful. Reply to Box 1001 c/o 505 4th Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 3H2

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.

Work is within the Quesnel area.

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As the Finance Controller is part of the Management Team and oversees the financial management of all programs and administrative operations of the Wet’suwet’en Nation’s administration office to ensure effective program delivery in a cost-effective manner. The Finance Controller will provide supervision to the Finance Department and Receptionist to ensure effective, culturally appropriate services for the Office of the Wet’suwet’en. The Finance Controller is accountable for all financial performance and exercises all authority transmitted into the organization by the Chiefs. Finance Controller performance will be considered to be synonymous with organization financial performance as a whole.

The Senior Management Team will attend Chief meetings and provide the chiefs with regular reports on program and services. The Finance Controller will also inform the Chiefs of any problems or sensitive issues that arise with respect to finances.

Required Qualifications Education: • Excellent computer literacy (Microsoft Office) required • CPA Designation or currently working towards CPA designation • Experience and knowledge of Wet’suwet’en cultural and values • Valid BC Driver’s License and reliable vehicle Roles and Responsibilities: • Interacts with the Management Team on a routine basis and established good working relationships; • Participates in all regular Chief meetings to report on financial and program status and to provide ongoing advice for strategic and tactical planning decisions; • Provide interpretive documents in laymen’s terms; • Manage the day to day Financial, Human Resources and Personnel Standards of all office staff are met; • Work with Program Managers to ensure program accountability, financial stability, and ensure programs are adapting to changes/ growth and are culturally competent; • Provide fair and timely decisions when conflicts arise; • Create a healthy and supportive environment; • Be proactive, fair/impartial and provide professional leadership to the Senior Management Team, including recruitment and selection, orientation and training, performance planning and review and interpretation of policies and procedures; • Proving information in a timely manner to Chief’s table for direction and ensure direction is implemented.

When submitting your application for the above position, please clearly indicate how you meet the required qualifications and include the following: 1. A cover letter clearly indicating the position for which you are applying.

2. A resume with three references.

3. Job description is available upon request A pre-skill evaluation is required following a verbal interview.

APPLICATION PACKAGES ARE TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FOLLOWING: Office of the Wet’suwet’en Attn: Judy Walton #1 - 205 Beaver Road, Smithers, B.C. V0J 2N0 OR *EMAIL: judy.walton@wetsuweten.com *Subject line MUST CLEARLY STATE “Finance Controller Application” Post Date: May 31, 2022 Close Date: June 17, 2022

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Mills/Equipment 1998 KENWORTH with mixer trailer, white. $120,000. 617-3373 SAWMILL, 48” head rig, hand set, completely rebuilt, $8000 obo plus parts. 250-441-3242

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

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

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

250-964-3794 Prince George Art & Collectibles PAINTINGS AND WALL ART

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Will purchase estate items; antler mounts, bear rugs, live mounts, antlers & hides. Will pay CASH 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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Spacious, 3 level 4 bdrms, 4 baths, superb location. $277,500.

250-561-1255 Ready to sell!

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

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

Easy access.

Mountainscape views. Private. 250-479-5545 45.5 ACRES Corner of Upper Fraser Rd & Beaver Forest Rd. with good driveway & building pad. $190,000. 250-614-6667

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

Contact Recap Investments, Toronto 1-888-212-8584 for more info and owner 250-5634999 $35,000 Canadian 11.26 acres manicured sub-lakeshore at Cluculz Lake, finest location by owner Only $399,000 end of Meier Rd. 604-908-0313

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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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228,000 kms.

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Sports Utilities & 4X4s 2012 RAM 1500 4X4 short box, loaded, maroon. Extended 7 yr 160k warranty. 21,000 kms, too much to list. Equity. $39,000 owing. Take over payments. 250301.0221, 250-967-4268

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1998 FORD F250 Diesel w/ plow.

Exc. cond. $10,000.

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

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

Hydraulic lift tailgate for sale $850.00 obo. (250) 564-5290

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Utility trailer, 5000 lb axle, electric brakes, almost new 10 ply Goodyear tires. $950.00 - (250) 963-8419

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

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Benefits of adding a solarium to your home A solarium or sunroom is an indoor space that has an abundance of natural light. This is thanks to the structure having oversized windows or walls entirely made of glass. If you’re thinking about getting one, here are some of the benefits you stand to enjoy.

• Extra living space. A solarium can increase your home’s usable space. Many people use theirs as either a breakfast nook, home office or exercise room.

• Natural light. A solarium allows sunlight into your home. Studies have shown that exposure to natural light can help you sleep better at night, increase your productivity and improve your mood.

• All-season gardening. Do you miss your herb garden in the winter months, or have you struggled to protect your veggie patch from pests? With a solarium you can have a healthy and vibrant garden all year long.

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Solariums and sunrooms are great places to relax and enjoy life. If you have a porch or patio you don’t use much, consider converting it.

The terms are often used interchangeably, but

solariums and sunrooms are different. A solarium features walls and a ceiling made of glass, while a sunroom is a room with large windows but a regular ceiling. Both have advantages and disadvantages, so it’s up to you to determine which works best for your home.

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How to safely dispose of burned out light bulbs When a light bulb burns out, you may wonder whether to toss it in the trash or take it to your local recycling centre. However, the best action to take depends entirely on the type of light bulb you’re throwing out.

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Regardless of the type of light bulb, take care to wrap it in paper before you throw it away.

This way you’ll avoid the possibility of someone getting injured by the broken glass.

INCANDESCENT BULBS

When a standard light bulb burns out, you can put it in the garbage with the rest of your household waste. The thin glass and metal wires are almost impossible to separate for recycling.

COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHTS (CFL)

CFL bulbs contain small amounts of mercury that can damage the environment if the bulb breaks. Many municipalities have drop-off points for hazardous waste items and you should dispose of CFL light bulbs at these locations.

LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE (LED) LIGHTS

LED lights don’t technically burn out like other bulbs, but they do dim over time.

When this happens, you can safely discard them in the trash as they don’t contain mercury like CFL bulbs do. You can also check with your local recycling centre to see if they accept this type of bulb.

Many hardware store chains have recycling boxes for CFL bulbs as well as batteries, left over paint and other things that can’t safely be thrown out. Check your local big box hardware store to see if they offer this service.

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Get your outdoor living space ready for summer Once the warmer weather arrives, it’s time to set up your outdoor living space for the season.

But before you bring out the patio furniture, you should attend to these four tasks.

wood surfaces.

3. Examine exterior surfaces. Inspect your siding for damage and ensure your foundation is free of cracks that might have formed over the winter. If you see any peeling paint on your shutters or window frames, make plans to have them painted.

1. Wash your windows. Clean the frames and glass, and don’t forget to give the screens a scrub as well. You should also inspect the caulking around your windows and doors. If there are any cracks, apply new caulking

4. Inspect your barbecue. Look out for signs of damage. Clear off spider webs, clean the grill and make sure animals haven’t nibbled on the gas line.

2. Get your deck ready. Clean your patio or deck and check for loose boards or anything else that looks like it needs to be fixed. Make repairs, then sand and seal

Once you’re done with the above, it’s time to set up your outdoor furniture. Give chairs, tables and loungers a good cleaning, then sit back, relax and enjoy soaking up the sun.

Siding is one of the most important parts of your home’s exterior. Not only does it protect the structure from the elements, it also showcases your house’s style. While you may wish your siding would last forever, it will eventually need to be replaced. Here are a few signs you need new siding.

1. Visible damage. Numerous things can damage siding including dirt, the weather and moisture. If only a few panels are affected, you might be able to replace them.

But if the damage is widespread, you’ll need to replace the whole thing.

2. Peeling paint indoors. If you have water damage on your interior walls, it might mean that your siding is no longer effectively keeping moisture out of your home.

3. Your bills have increased. Siding plays a big part in insulating your home. If you notice a drastic change in your bills, your siding may have an air leak. In this scenario, your heating and cooling system

works extra hard to regulate your home’s temperature, which ultimately results in costlier utility bills.

4. Mould or mildew. Fungus or mould in or near the seams of your siding may indicate water infiltration.

5. It looks faded and old. Replacing your siding can drastically increase your home’s curb appeal. Among home renovations, new siding has one of the highest returns on investment.

When it’s time to replace your siding, be sure to take action sooner rather than later. The longer you wait, the more likely it becomes that other parts of your home will get damaged as a result of having deteriorated siding.

By replacing your siding when necessary, you’re protecting your home and increasing its value at the same time.

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

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

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

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

Melissa Pineau Sales Representative Serving Mackenzie 250-997-1054

Angela Baranowski Sales Representative 778-349-1290

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Rob Clarke Sales Representative 250-719-8080

Carla Hamborg Sales Representative Home Girls 250-612-7968

Joe Postnikoff Sales Representative 778-675-4663

Morgan Young Sales Representative 250-301-6366

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4 good reasons to install a natural pool

Natural pools are gaining in popularity. Here are four good reasons to install one on your property.

1. ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY Natural pools don’t contain harsh chemicals and often feature beneficial aquatic plants like water lilies, pond sedges and perennial grasses. This attracts more flora and fauna, like birds, butterflies and small marine creatures.

2. LOW MAINTENANCE The aquatic plants in natural pools help clean, oxygenate and regenerate the water naturally. Therefore, you don’t have to worry about keeping up with intense maintenance.

Only the central swimming area requires a filter and skimmer.

3. AFFORDABLE The cost of designing and building a natural pool is equivalent to that of an in-ground concrete pool. However, natural pools are much cheaper to use and maintain than traditional pools.

4. EASY TO CARE FOR Natural pools don’t require much effort. Simply clear away fallen leaves and debris, prune the aquatic plants in the fall and add phosphorite or bacteria to prevent algae. Moreover, you must empty the filtration pipes before the first snowfall, so they won’t crack. That’s it!

Consult a professional landscaper if you want to create a beautiful natural pool in your backyard.

When to prune your trees and shrubs Although trees and shrubs can grow very well without intervention, occasional pruning helps promote optimal health.

Here’s what you need to know.

FLOWERING Shrubs like rhododendrons and lilacs bloom from last year’s stems, whereas others, like roses and hydrangeas, bloom from new growth. It’s best to prune shrubs that flower from old wood immediately after blooming.

However, shrubs that bloom on new growth should be trimmed in the spring.

DORMANCY In general, shrubs and trees go dormant in the spring before their buds open. This is the best time for pruning because the plants heal faster. Late fall is also appropriate. However, pruning in the winter should be avoided.

Furthermore, mid-summer is ideal for pruning trees that produce a lot of sap in the spring, like maple, birch and willow.

Lastly, pruning large trees and fruit trees should be left to the experts. For the best results, contact a professional tree pruner in your area.

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Enjoy country living on level, treed acreage. This lot has electricity, septic and a deep water well (295 feet) with good water quality as per seller.

103-2217 REGENTS CRESCENT, $179, 900

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

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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.

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.

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2377- 2383 QUINCE Street, $339,900

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

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.

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

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.

1144 20TH Avenue, $399,900

389 N PATTERSON STREET, $429,900

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

4236 BAKER Road, $489,900

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

2921 PINEWOOD AVENUE, $410,000

1910 LARCH Street, $449,900

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.

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.

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.

1323 BABINE Crescent, $419, 900

6 bedroom home is in a great central location close to everything & boasts separate basement entrance making for excellent suite potential.

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.

LNDE SIO N JU 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.

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.

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.

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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2759 FAIRVIEW Crescent. $459,900

2366 WEBBER Crescent, $449,900

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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.

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.

6547 SIMON FRASER Avenue, $469,900

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

1724 - 1732 TAMARACK Street, $649,900

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

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

7230 SALMON VALLEY Road, $649,900

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.

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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.

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.

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!

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.

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.