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Slam dunk On her way to work, a female driver failed to negotiate the Johnson Loop Monday morning. After losing control on the roadway her vehicle crashed through guard railing and launched into the Quesnel River near the train bridge. The vehicle came to rest on submerged material and the driver was able to exit the vehicle and make it to land. A tow truck dragged the car out of the river. Karen Powell photo
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Gill and Van Dyke case begins in Quesnel Supreme Court AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter Clarence Gill and Bradley Van Dyke have pled not guilty to four counts each of assault in Quesnel Supreme Court, Monday. The two men are charged with a number of offences after an incident Sept. 5, 2009. Sept. 5, RCMP responded to a shooting. Police located the victim and determined the male was at his residence in Bouchie Lake, 15 km West of Quesnel, when two males known to the victim entered the residence. One of the men allegedly
beat the victim with a baseball bat causing severe injuries to the victim’s face, arms and legs, while the second male allegedly shot the victim in the abdomen with a rifle. The victim was shot in the arm a second time as he tried to escape. The victim was able to escape and get to a neighbour’s residence. He was then transported to G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital where he received extensive medical attention. One of the suspects [Van Dyke] was found earlier that afternoon at a residence on Olson Road.
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The second suspect was identified as Gill. He subsequently fled police, resulting in a province-wide manhunt. Gill turned himself in Oct. 11, 2009. Van Dyke and Gill have been charged with break and enter to commit an indictable offence, assault, aggravated assault and using a firearm while committing or attempting to commit the indictable offence of assault. The two men are standing trial by jury this week and next. Check the Observer online daily for updates and print editions.
Bill 22 vote set for Thursday Debate on legislation imposing a cooling-off period on the B.C. teachers’ dispute is being cut off this week. B.C. Liberal house leader Rich Coleman moved to end debate Monday afternoon and the government majority voted to pass his motion. Coleman said the measure will ensure that Bill 22 will be passed into law by Thursday and schools will return to normal operation after spring break. The government and NDP opposition have agreed to extend sitting hours until 9 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday, to provide extra time for clause-by-clause debate on the legislation before it is passed. NDP house leader John Horgan said the government is refusing to consider his proposal to delay the legislation and seek an independent mediator appointed by the Labour Relations Board.
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Bill 22 gives Education Minister George Abbott the authority to appoint a mediator, and restricts any mediated settlement to be within the “net zero” wage mandate imposed across public sector union negotiations in 2010. The bill also imposes new restrictions on class size and special needs support, declaring the issues off limits to negotiation between the B.C. Teachers’ Association and school districts. The government has proposed a $165 million fund to supplement special needs support in the next three years. The fund and the new provisions in Bill 22 are an effort to satisfy a B.C. Supreme Court ruling that struck down 2002 legislation taking class size and composition out of the B.C. Teachers’ Federation contract. The ruling gives the government until April to respond.
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IH update with funding for upgrades to Cariboo Memorial Hospital Allison Ruault, Acute Health Service Administrator – Cariboo, for Interior Health (IH) appeared before the Board to provide an update on issues relating to IH in the Central Cariboo. Dr. Glen Fedor and Dr. Rod Dickey presented recruitment proposals for Williams Lake and 100 Mile House, respectively. Further information about IH is available online at www.interiorhealth. ca. Later in the meeting, the Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board approved funding for its 40 per cent share of the purchase of a Mammography and Nurse Call systems for the Cariboo Memorial Hospital.
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will be submitting applications to the Community Tourism Opportunities (CTO) fund for three separate tourism projects to be spearheaded by the Regional District, the McLeese Recreation Society and the Central Cariboo Arts and Culture Society. If approved, the Regional District will install kiosks at various wheelchair accessible wilderness trail sites throughout the region. The McLeese Lake Recreation Society will use its portion to install a visitor information kiosk in McLeese Lake to provide community events information, tourism attractions and local recreation opportunities. The Central Cariboo
Arts and Culture Society will utilize its portion to begin development of an Arts and Culture Route in the central Cariboo to encourage cultural tourism and connect local artists. The Regional District is eligible for up to $30,000 through the CTO program. The McLeese Lake Recreation Society’s project requires $4,000 from the program to be matched with funding from the Recreation Society and the Area D Economic Development function. The Central Cariboo Arts and Culture Society’s project requires $7,000 from the program to be matched with funding from the Arts and Culture Society for an overall total of $46,000.
Government Association The Regional District has nominated Quesnel Alternate Director Laurey Anne Roodenburg as the representative for the Cariboo Regional District on the NCLGA Executive. This will be Roodenburg’s second consecutive term on the NCLGA Executive as the CRD representative.
North Cariboo Recreation Boundary The Regional District will be hosting a series of
public consultation open house in the north Cariboo regarding the proposed expansion of the North Cariboo Recreation and Parks service boundary. Meetings will be held in May and June at the Bouchie Lake Community Hall, Parkland Elementary School, Barlow Creek Hall and West Fraser Fire Hall. Watch your mail and the CRD website (www. cariboord.bc.ca) for updates and meeting details.
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of the Invasive Plant Management department. The program coordinator highlighted some of the work being done on the critical Provincial Early Detection Rapid Response species in our area including Marsh Plume Thistle, Perennial Pepperweed and Black Henbane. Further information about the Invasive Plant Management program is available online at www. cariboord.bc.ca or by calling the CRD’s Invasive Plant Management program at 250392-3351 or toll free 1-800-665-1636.
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Chamber of Commerce planning informational evening DANIKA M. HÉBERT Observer Reporter The Quesnel and District Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome all Chamber of Commerce members and new businesses in the community to a business evening social, March 29, 5 p.m. in the Billy Barker Casino Showroom. “The evening will be informal,” Coralee Oakes of the chamber said. “The event is an opportunity for people to drop in and meet our board of directors and some of our service providers to find out how business owners can be saving more money,” she added. The evening will be in a format which allows visitors to get the most information as possible. “The set up will be more of a mini trade show with several of our providers set up around the room at tables where attendees can stop by and ask them questions,” Oakes explained. The event will have
“The Chamber of Commerce is open to any individual or business who is committed to making Quesnel and District prosperous.” Coralee Oakes, Chamber of Commerce
representatives for organizations such as TD Merchant Services, who will present the merchant discount plans. Community Futures will also be on hand to assist businesses with business needs. Another major representative will be the Shop Quesnel Program. “For two years, the Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the three Business Improvement Areas and Quesnel Community Economic Development have worked diligently with weekly and monthly Shop Quesnel newsletters,” Oakes said. “[The newsletter] profiles local businesses and services or creates shopping themes to remind everyone what a thriving business community we have.”
There will also be information about the Member to Member program which is designed to increase customer base. The Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan will be represented and will provide a free quote to attendees. The chamber has also invited their three sponsors to have the opportunity to speak on their services The Chamber of Commerce has a wide variety of events planned for the upcoming year, some being educational and others being more social, giving businesses an opportunity to network. “Participants should bring business cards, any promotions they currently have happen-
ing and we welcome brochures,” Oakes said. The Chamber of Commerce is a tool for local businesses, providing them with a wealth of benefits. “The Chamber of Commerce is open to any individual or business who is committed to making Quesnel and District prosperous,” Oakes said. “Membership cost is based on the number of full-time employees and members are able to access valuable benefit programs designed to save them money.” The Chamber of Commerce hopes to inform as many new members and businesses as possible. “The strength of our business community and the work we are able to do as a Chamber of Commerce relies on the information we have from our members,” Oakes said. For information, call the Quesnel and District Chamber of Commerce, 250-9927262.
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important right now. “It’s a matter of deciding whether we want to start big and get to smaller issues later, or start with the smaller issues and work our way up,” Nielsen said. Nielsen has no intention on collecting fees of any sort, to make sure everyone and anyone who is hoping of joining is able to do so. The group would also like to welcome a wide range of members, ensuring different skills members will bring to the table. The founder is also hoping to get the group affiliated with COSCO, a seniors advocacy group based in Surrey. COSCO has doctors and lawyers who help back the different branches. For information, call Nielsen, 250-992-7416.
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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST West Quesnel Land Stability Program De-Watering Well Installations - Request for Expressions of Interest and Qualifications The City of Quesnel invites qualified contractors to respond to a Request for Expressions of Interest and Qualifications (RFEIQ) to participate in the West Quesnel Land Stability Program, De-Watering Well Installations. The City of Quesnel is looking for a highly qualified water well drilling contractor to install fourteen 150 mm diameter de-watering wells in the West Quesnel suburban area. Water well drilling and installation methods are expected to follow engineering standards and best practices for water well drilling in B.C. Contractors wishing to be considered for the proponents list must make a submission in response to this request. Based on documents received in response to this request, the City of Quesnel will invite a maximum of three contractors to respond to a Request for Proposal (RFP). All requests for clarification or inquiries concerning this RFEIQ should be directed to AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, attention Tammera Kostya (see contact information below). This is not an RFP or a call for binding offers, or tenders, and no contractual obligations shall arise between the City and any contractor as a result of this RFEIQ or submissions made in response to this request. This is a request for information only. The City of Quesnel retains the right to reject any, or all, responses to this RFEIQ. Responses received after the closing date and time noted below will be returned unopened. The Request for Expressions of Interest and Qualifications Document is available after March 7th, 2012 from: City of Quesnel Attention: Jack Marsh, Project Manager 410 Kinchant Street Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 Ph: (250) 992-2111; Fax: (250) 992-2206
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Interactive forum set for March 25 Another step towards female fulfillment and leadership One-In-Herself, an interactive day-long forum March 25, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the West Fraser Timber Room at the Arts and Recreation Centre, is dedicated to discussions, revelations and motivational speaker Beverly Morningstar McNeill. It is an opportunity to take another step in the journey toward female fulfillment and leadership. This was Dianne Tharp’s inspiration, stemming from her company’s work Ayami International, an alternative approach to emotional wellness. The forum is an opportunity to explore feminine consciousness through the power of personal story including Morningstar McNeill’s, an intuitive counselor, storyteller and facilitator. For the past 30 plus years, her personal journey has given her many chances to acknowledge her authentic
self, intuition and instinct. As a visionary she holds a world view of abundance, believing we can prosper without sacrificing the environment or the human spirit. Tharp created an organizational committee that includes women from many walks of life. Together they have compiled speakers, both men and women, who are prepared to speak about the important moments in their lives where they overcame barriers or impediments in order to achieve personal enlightenment, selfexamination and their journey through life. “This is a forum about women but open to both men and women,” committee member Ellen Facey said. “You can’t talk about one gender without referencing the other gender. “People need to come with
an open mind, perhaps with a different way women can play a very different role in the world.” Facey explained research into leadership has proven that men and women have very different styles of leadership and that different styles work better in some context than others. “Industry would be better served with leaders that can function in both modes as required.” For the first time in history, women outnumber men as graduates from American colleges and more than 40 per cent of women in the U.S. are also the primary breadwinners in their households and possibly the most surprising statistic of all is that as of January 2012, women outnumber men in the work force. Tharp believes its time for women to understand their place as leaders, discover their authentic self and
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A different type of turnover Taking over a position at a newspaper can be a little like stepping into clown shoes; you ease in and realize quite quickly you have a lot of growing to do. Not only is there a host of connections that must be re-connected and schedules that must be re-scheduled, but also a community that must be acquainted with the new, nosey stranger in their midst. As for this new stranger, I’m a northern B.C. boy, born and bred. I spent my childhood tramping around the outskirts of Prince George, playing on snowmobiles in the winter and hiking around the back 40 in the summer. Then I took my tramping B.C.-wide and wandered on down south to Kelowna, Kamloops, where I finished university and then on to Vancouver, before making my way north once again. Now I’m fresh off a stint in Fort St. James at a one-person paper, reporting on everything
JONAS GAGNON from pipelines to peewee hockey. The size of the town gave me the freedom to cover an array of topics I would be unable to cover in any larger centre, which was a bit of an adventure, but the small size of the town also had its drawbacks. So, after Fort St. James,
Quesnel is looking a bit like Vancouver to me now. There’s so much to do and see in comparison. I keep hearing there’s a lot going on here sportswise, so I’m looking forward to jumping in and seeing what this town has to offer. From basketball to rodeos, it looks like Quesnel has enough sports to keep just about everyone interested. After reading Percy’s farewell I’m looking forward to meeting all the great people in the sporting community and getting up to date on the range of activities we have here in Quesnel. I just ask for a couple weeks to grow into these shoes and get up to speed on everything And in the meantime, and any other time, feel free to drop by the Observer office, give me a call at 250-9922121 ext 211 or drop me an email at sports@quesnelobserver.com if you’ve got a story for me.
In line for lunch This magestic eagle was waiting for his lunch to appear in the river. Karen Powell photo
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Troll audit found resort in compliance with gov’t legislation An audit of forest planning, harvesting and road practices at family-owned Troll Resort Ltd., found the resort met the requirements of provincial forestry legislation, according to a report released recently. “The board includes all types and sizes of forest licences in its audit program,” board chair Al Gorley said. “In this case, the ski hill harvested trees on public land in a controlled recreation area as part of its operations and the board decided to check if it
was meeting the legal requirements.” Troll Resort is a ski hill within the Troll Mountain controlled recreation area, located 45 kilometres east of Quesnel on Highway 26. Over the past two years, Troll harvested approximately 14,000 cubic metres of timber from occupant licences to cut L43043 and L48493. These harvests were conducted to address forest health and safety concerns, and to enhance skiing opportunities. Audit field work
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he full-scale strike last week by B.C. teachers was inevitable. After essentially working to rule for months while the government dug in its heels on its net-zero wage-freeze mandate, tensions finally reached the boiling point and teachers were walking the sidewalks instead of imparting the Three Rs in classrooms. Working parents, accustomed to the workday routines, were left scrambling for alternative care and activities to keep children occupied. That the labour dispute was allowed to reach this stage is a gamble by both sides. The B.C. Teachers’ Federation says the strategy it had been employing since the beginning of the school year created little disruption on learning or the daily routines of school children and their families while still allowing its members to make their point. By escalating job action, teachers were hoping they would be able to drive home their stand that years of government cutbacks to education have strangled their ability to educate. Government, by introducing legislation that would impose its own mediator to settle the dispute once and for all and force the teachers back to their desks, was gambling the voting public is fed up with the teachers. Letting the teachers cool their heels outside for a few days, causing great disruption to students and their parents, may have only fed that impression. While most high-stakes gambits have a winner and loser, this one only has losers. Students lost three valuable days of learning. Parents lost sleep and likely a few bucks organizing alternative care. Teachers lost income and risked losing support. The government risked losing understanding for its hard-line stance. It’s difficult to see how the wounds from this dispute can heal. –Autumn MacDonald, Observer
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he stories began tumbling out as soon as last week’s column on teacher union indoctrination of students was posted on our websites. Most parents, retired teachers and administrators requested anonymity, because their kids and grandkids still have to go to school, or they have relatives or fairweather friends in the B.C. Teachers’ Federation who mustn’t be enraged by any contradiction of their dogma. There was the Grade 3 art class in Langley where students were assigned to create anti-Bill 22 protest signs. There was the Grade 6 teacher in Greater Victoria who started a one-hour drill on BCTF talking points by telling students not to believe anything they see in the media. There was the middle school in the Gulf Islands that dismissed students early to force them all out in a show of solidarity against the latest of many legislated settlements. And there were the BCTF-BCGEU pickets that blocked entrances to government offices here in Victoria, harassing, threatening and physically
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B.C. Views blocking office workers in an effort to force them to join the thousands bused in for the traditional howling show of strength for Big State Labour bosses on the legislature lawn. In my 20 years of criticizing the policies and tactics of teacher union radicals, I have had my office windows smashed twice. I have seen a mob of self-absorbed strikers push a senior off the sidewalk into the snow. My daughter has been subjected to hard-left environmental propaganda in elementary school. I’ve never seen anything quite like this. But hey, let’s be constructive here. First, I should emphasize I understand these incidents do not represent the vast majority of dedicated teachers, who wouldn’t think of intentionally
And thanks for suggesting I’m an agent of the B.C. Liberals, who invented poverty 11 years ago. East Van MLA Jenny Kwan touched on it in the debate on Bill 22. Children coming to inner city schools hungry, inadequately clothed, with lice. Abused children. I can assure Kwan these tragic realities are not confined to the hellish B.C. Liberal era of spending increases. Indeed, I witnessed all these things in my threeroom school in Tomslake, B.C. in the 1960s. Social Credit was to blame then. I remember the school more for its great teachers than its undrinkable water or alcoholic principal. And to all those who provide spelling-challenged advice on journalistic objectivity, here’s the thing. The first rule of opinion writing is to have one. I’m not looking for middle ground in the cold vacuum between Earth and Planet BCTF. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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abusing their position for personal or political gain. I mean that sincerely. And thanks to all the teachers who sent me lecturing letters, particularly those who insist they don’t really want another 16-percent raise, because their first priority is improving classroom resources. Volume doesn’t permit individual responses to everyone. Authors who begin along the lines of “Sir, you are an idiot” receive lower priority. If I don’t get back to you, please convey your willingness to accept a brief wage freeze to your union executive. They’ve scaled back some of their more egregious prep time and paid leave demands, but apparently your admirably altruistic message has not yet been absorbed. And yes, I’m aware the Harvard study of class size and performance I mentioned last week examined charter schools in the United States. I understand that “charter school” is considered coarse language in B.C. As with health care, there must be no serious competitive dynamic or other dangerous experimentation permitted within the unionized state monopoly model.
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FEEDBACK Worried Editor: I am really feeling worried about the welfare of children in this province. How will they aquire the meaningful education they deserve and require to compete in the university/job market when they become adults? If the government can call teaching an essential service then they must ask themselves why teachers are essential. Well, the education of children for the future state of our province is essential – shouldn’t a forward thinking government consider this? Is increasing class size, disregarding class composition, and removing resource teachers going to help children attain the best possible education – so that they may compete with the rest of the country? And the rest of the world? So they have self-esteem and self-worth? I think not!! I believe all children are entitled to a meaningful education. It is time to realize that teachers want this as well. It is time to realize that increasing class size will erode the possibility of this happening. How can one person successfully meet the needs of thirty – or how about forty students with their own styles of learning, unique needs and varying skill levels? They can try and I assure you, they will. But the government is setting teachers up to fail. They are being set-up to have parents blame teachers when learning comes second to behaviour management, neither are achieved. Doesn’t this worry you? It should. As the government breaks down teachers, they break down children, and they break down the future of the province. Not enough money to go into the education system? Imagine how poor the government will be in the future when we have fewer employable people in the province, fewer taxpayers, and greater demands on welfare and the prison system. Don’t you see? If children cannot adequately gain the essential skills that school is supposed to provide, what do you think will become of these children? I wonder... when the wealthy become disappointed with the public school system what will happen? Hmmm...perhaps an increase in private schools is the answer. Don’t you think this is what the government is hoping for? This is a slippery slope. Only those who can afford it can send their children to private schools, increasing the disparity between the wealthy and the rest of the public. Maintaining the privilege of a few at the expense of the majority. Is this fair to children? Does this sound like a democracy to you? What has changed from when we were students (acquiring the essential skills from public schools) and now? Well, class size. Class composition. Resources. The changes to just these factors alone over the past decade has proven to reduce the quality of education for children. The government wants to aggravate these components further. The conditions will worsen for students because of the government’s lack of regard for the welfare of children in this province. I support BC’s teachers – I believe in children’s rights. Laura Aaslie Quesnel
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Clark needs to put family first Editor: It is too bad that the “Occupy Movement” didn’t get a bit more traction. The powerful message that the gap between the rich and the poor continues to grow was over shadowed and perhaps even lost by the manner in which the “Occupy” protesters, protested. The fact remains, in comparative terms in Canada and elsewhere the poor are getting poorer and the rich are getting richer. In this context, I was heartened when Premier Clark brought in the Families First agenda as part of her leadership platform when she was elected. Christy even went so far as
to bring in a new Family Day holiday for next February. Nice talk! I loved it. Unfortunately, we recently had a budget tabled in the legislature. I think Christy meant, “rich families first”. Last summer Statistics Canada released information that BC had the highest child poverty rate in Canada and it was currently sitting at 12 percent. Consider BCs child poverty rate in the context of Canada’s corporate tax rate. Canada has the lowest corporate tax rate in the G7. In the context of our Provincial child poverty shame, BC (along with Alberta) are the best of the best and we offer our
large corporations the most favourable corporate tax structure in Canada. I think there are a lot of British Columbians who would be quite comfortable with BC being in the middle of the pack when it comes to corporate tax rates. I think there are a lot of British Columbians who would be quite comfortable with the elimination of child poverty. The government continues to exert considerable pressure on the expenditure side of the ledger while ignoring potential revenues. Can you imagine how many problems staring this government in the face could be
solved by a 2 percent increase in the corporate tax rate? Also of note in the budget is the sale of $700-million worth of what Minister Falcon called “nonstrategic surplus assets,” including its monopoly on wholesale liquor distribution. This reads like BC would be following Alberta’s lead and further enhancing Christy’s rich families first agenda. Privatizing liquor would see the elimination of good union jobs. Liquor will be sold in large box stores by $12 an hour employees. I just can’t see how this is any good for Families. Community members that hold decent paying union
jobs can do things like own homes, cars etc. It really is tough to do at $12 an hour. It is no wonder that the gap between the rich and the poor in our country is increasing. We need to expect politicians to balance our budgets but we need to expect them to share the burden in a family friendly way. The outdated view of economics that starts with keeping the rich wealthy with investment dollars and hope that a share trickles down to Joe and Jane citizen just isn’t working. That’s not a value judgment. It’s a fact. The rich are getting richer and the poor are getting poorer. Cyril Tobin Quesnel
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FUNDING FOR STUDENTS, NOT FOR WAGE HIKES. The BCTF is demanding a 15 per cent wage hike and other benefits that would cost $2 billion and raise taxes for BC families. Virtually all other public sector unions have settled for no wage increases. It’s unacceptable that schools are disrupted and that students and their families are inconvenienced over an unreasonable salary demand in difficult economic times. The union is making claims and demands that simply don’t add up.
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The union wants more paid time outside the classroom – sick leave for teachers on call, expanded bereavement and discretionary leave.
The government wants more time for teacher training and to ensure that Pro-D days really are for professional development.
The union says all teaching positions should be selected on the basis of seniority.
The government supports seniority but qualifications must also count so that math teachers teach math, and science teachers teach science.
The union says that teachers who perform poorly in evaluations will be dismissed – ‘one strike and you’re out’.
The government wants to support teacher improvement through a standardized evaluation process.
The union says that government refuses to negotiate.
There has been over a year of negotiations and 78 full bargaining sessions.
The union says that class size limits have been eliminated.
Class size limits will remain in place on all grades across BC.
The union says that BC has 700 fewer special needs teachers.
2100 new teaching assistants have been hired since 2001. And, with a new $165 million Learning Improvement Fund, we will hire more.
It’s time to focus on what matters most in education – BC’s students. That’s why we are focused on per-student funding which is at an all time high, not on wage increases. We all want to do more to make BC’s education system even better. It’s the driving force behind BC’s Education Plan that teachers, parents and students are helping to shape. Teachers care about their students. Parents care about their children’s future.
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March 4, Kersley 4-H Club presented their speeches. There were 11 junior presenters and one senior presenter. First and second place for juniors, Dayton Swaan and Chantelle Klassen, are able to take part in the district 4-H speech competition against the other winners from the other clubs in Quesnel on April 1. The speeches were presented in the Kersley meeting room. Some topics that were presented were chocolate, jobs, miniature donkeys, a dream about Bigfoot, Clydesdales, chickens and Smarties. Top left to right: Isabelle Knoke, Chantelle Klassen, Lianne Galloway, Katie Baker and Dayton Swaan; bottom left to right: Carmen Rojas, Camryn Klassen, Camryn AnContributed photo dreychuk, Trenton Kishkan and Owen Austin.
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The time is now
Fundraising kicks off for firefighter memorial monument good equipment. But we have had members die of occupational-related diseases such as cancer, heart disease lthough Quesnel and stroke.” has had a fire The firefighter memorial department since monument is intended to 1910 under the direction of evoke reflection and emotion the Board of Trade, it wasn’t in a dignified manner until 1942 that the Quesnel with the simple function Volunteer Fire Fighters of hosting individuals or Association was formed with ceremonial assemblies. such community notables Aesthetically restrained and as Chuck Beath and Bob austere, the monument will Hendry. This association act as a permanent landmark assumed responsibility for honouring past members the volunteers, hiring paid of the six fire departments. staff, acquiring equipment The platform will be 36 and maintaining the feet by 25 feet by 1 foot of high standards of the fire granite/polished concrete, department. with flagpoles, a podium, Since that time 54 members railings, tower, mounted of the association have died. display wall of names and Retired captain Patrick a bench in front to read the Meyers said these members names. The monument will had 1,500 years as a be wheelchair-accessible. combined total of volunteer With a donation of more service. than $5,000 the donors “And that’s just for the City name will be engraved on of Quesnel,” he said. the monument. Names of “We have many more the donors between $l,000 years of service through the Retired captain Pat Meyers shows the proposed fire fighters memorial monument set to be housed in LeBourdais Park. regional fire departments Annie Gallant photo and $5,000 will be posted on an honour board for a in Kersley, Bouchie Lake, erected and the site will contain the brothers, sisters, children and members period of time and those Ten Mile Lake, Barlow Creek and West names of deceased volunteer members of the community. However, when donating less than $1,000 will have their Fraser.” from all departments. that fire alarm goes – they step out of names published in the local newspaper, When Bob Hendry died in 2008, he “The design was conceived locally their everyday life and put their life on requests of anonymity will be honoured. was the last remaining founding member and the committee, which is made up the line for someone in the community.” “The time is now. We’d like to of the QVFFA. of members of all six departments, is Meyers added many of the volunteers break ground by June 2012,” Meyers “There are many plaques, tributes committed to have local trades and are also first responders, they manage said. and monuments for other contributions suppliers from design to completion. accident scenes and their training is Firefighters are recognized around the to the community by various people, Now that the city is on board we offer universal, equal in all six departments. world for the selfless job they perform but I realized there’s no memorial the same opportunity to the CRD to Of the 42 active members of the whenever they’re called. to those who gave so many years of The six departments of volunteer volunteer service through the firefighters’ come forward to show their appreciation Quesnel Fire Department, only four to the volunteer firefighters and make are paid staff. However, Meyers said in firefighters are now calling on the public association,” Meyers said. their contribution.” the future fire departments will have all in their time of need. And so was born the Quesnel and area However, Meyers knows how firefighters paid. Donations can be made out to QVFD Firefighters’ Monument Appeal. important the individual, business and “It’s estimated volunteer firefighters Association Historical Society and a Meyers said they are looking to the industry donations are going to be for save the City of Quesnel in excess of $2 receipt will be mailed out as soon as community to help raise the $132,000 this project. million and more than $1 billion worth possible. Donations may also be left with needed to build the monument in “There’s a common thread in any of property was saved by the Quesnel any firefighter, dropped off at Firehall LeBourdais Park. Permission from the volunteer fire department. These Fire department last year as well.” #1 (downtown Quesnel) between 8 city has already been granted for one of volunteers help their friends and He was proud to say Quesnel Fire a.m. and noon, or call 250-747-2118 to three possible locations and a pledge for neighbours on the worst day of their Department has the distinction of never arrange a pickup. Donations may also site preparation work. lives. Each volunteer is more than a having lost a member at the scene. be mailed to QVFD, 310 Kinchant St., All six local fire departments are firefighter, they’re fathers, mothers, “And that’s due to good training and Quesnel, B.C. V2J 2R4. committed to seeing this monument ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter
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Step Dancer/fiddler/vocalist coming to Quesnel Mar. 19 Kelli Trottier delivers an unforgettable performance as an acclaimed Canadian fiddler, stepdancer and singer and is performing in Quesnel, Monday, March 19 at 2 p.m. in the Anglican Church Hall. Sponsored by the Old Time Fiddlers, Trottier is in concert with Greg Sim accompanying on guitar. Two young local fiddlers are the warm up act. As tribute to her extensive background in instruction and collaboration, Trottier will jam with local musicians after the concert. Her music is an exquisite blend of traditional Celtic, contemporary, Country Folk, Bluegrass and Western Swing, synthesized with lush musical and vocal arrangements. Born and raised in the hotbed of musical tradition and innovation that is Ontario’s Ottawa Valley, Trottier discovered her passion for entertaining, learned her craft and developed her distinctive style while still right at home.
Her musical odyssey of dance, fiddle and song began early in life as she studied and mastered the unique and fluid style of step dance that evolved with the loggers and woodsmen of the historic Ottawa River watershed. The fiddle was a natural extension of the dance; you just can’t have one without the other. And who better to learn from than the senior masters of Celtic and Scottish traditional music. Trottier learned well from these sources and then embraced the exuberant,
rhythmic fiddle and step-dance styles of the French Canadian pioneers. With accolades for her performance on the stage in the Toronto musical Bowfire, Trottier’s soaring vocal pieces are, for many fans, a highlight of the Bowfire productions. She has performed for Canadian soldiers in the Middle East and for the Inuit of the Canadian Arctic. She has brought 20,000 NHL Ottawa Senators fans to their feet many times as the featured mid-game entertainer.
In addition to her extensive performing experience, Trottier continues to be a highly sought-after instructor and judge of fiddle and stepdance events across Canada and parts of the U.S. She has been nominated three times for Fiddle Player of the Year by the Canadian Country Music Association and is featured instrumentally and vocally on many studio records for other artists. Tickets are $15 each and can be purchased by calling 250-9928192 or at the door.
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Kelli Trottier entertains at the Anglican Church hall March 19, tickets are $15 each.
Courtney McLaughlin, 17, of Quesnel, has been invited once again to be a junior counsellor and role model at The War Amps 2012 B.C. Child Amputee (CHAMP) Seminar, March 23 – 25 in Victoria. Born a left hand amputee, Courtney attended CHAMP seminars while growing up to see the latest developments in artificial limbs, attend informative sessions on dealing with amputation and share concerns with other young amputees. She applied to be a junior counsellor so that she could give back by answering questions and offering advice to younger Champs on subjects like dealing with teasing and staring, body image, learning to drive and employment. This seminar is an example of War Amps key tags at work. The Association is funded solely through public support of the Key Tag and Address Label Service and receives no government grants. For information, call toll-free 1-800-250-3030, or visit waramps.ca.
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Museum marks Int’l Women’s Day Every year on March 8 women around the world celebrate International Women’s Day (IDW). According to www.internationalwomensday.com “thousands of events occur not just on this day but throughout March to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women.” The theme for this year’s IWD is Connecting Girls and Inspiring Futures. At the Museum we thought a wonderful way to celebrate this year’s theme would be to showcase local organizations over the years that have connected girls and inspired them, such as the Girl Guides of Canada, 4-H Clubs of Quesnel and the Miss Quesnel Self Development Society. The earliest recorded Guiding activities in Quesnel date back to 1922 and the Girl Guides of Canada have been operating in the area on an ongoing basis since the 1933. The programs and activities offered through GGC provide girls with opportunities to discover new interests and to learn valuable leadership
skills with friends. The main goal of the Quesnel and District 4H Clubs is to develop youth in areas of knowledge, leadership, citizenship, and personal development. For more than 60 years, girls in and around Quesnel have developed these skills under the mentorship of volunteers. There has been a Miss Quesnel selected through a pageant since 1956 with a brief hiatus in the early 1960s. When the group officially incorporated they registered as the Miss Quesnel Self Development Society, a name which speaks to their objectives. Many of the past participants have played a strong mentorship role for the group. We also celebrate the sports and arts organizations that have helped develop the interests and character of girls in our community. The many volunteers who have contributed over the years inspire us all. If you want to learn more about the contributions of women in Quesnel, the Quesnel Museum Gift Shop contains many books exploring the experiences of
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Richard Bruce Southern (known to all as Bruce) sadly announces his peaceful passing at G.R. Baker Hospital on March 7, surrounded by those he loved. A memorial service for Bruce will be held Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 1:00 pm at St. John the Divine Anglican Church in Quesnel. A reception will follow in the church hall. For those wishing to honour Bruce’s memory by way of donation, may do so to the Variety Club Telethon or the SPCA, Quesnel Chapter. Clayton’s Funeral Directors entrusted with arrangements.
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Jonas Gagnon Sports Reporter
Blades of Glory Figure skaters from across the Cariboo North Central Region, 23 clubs from Kitimat to Williams Lake, gathered in Quesnel to compete for the chance to move to the next level. Quesnel skaters skated to excellent finishes across the board including the Quesnel Figure Skating Club, who won the team Aggregate Trophy for the the third year running. Cassandra Greenwood held the championship title in both Sr. Bronze Ladies Freeskate and Silver Interpretive; Carmen Huang took the Jr. Silver Ladies Freeskate, Olivia Marleau holds the championship title in Pre-novice Ladies Freeskate; and Selena Van Aert earned the championship title in Gold Interpretive. Autumn MacDonald photos
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Eleven youth, ages 5 – 9 competed at Purden Mountain Feb. 25 in the Nancy Green Ski Festival hosted by PG Ski Club. There were three events; dual slalom, speed trap and a distance jump. Tanner Hewit, Noah Woollends and Emma Klapatiuk had first place finishes in their division; Kara Kozuchar, Samantha Lawlor, Gavin Hewitt and Brenden Kozuchar had second place finishes and Aubree Lawlor placed third in her division. Top left: Noah Woollends get ready for the speed trap event; top right: Kara Kozuchar gets her second place medal for the five-year-old girls dual slalom event. Contributed photos
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This week is busy in all kinds of ways. If you have been waiting for a promotion at work, you will finally be rewarded for your efforts and your leadership. CAPRICORN
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Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. ** From Feb. 1, 2012 to Apr. 2 , 2012, receive 0% APR purchase financing on new 2012 Fiesta (excluding S) and Focus (excluding S) models for a maximum of 72 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest interest rate. Example: $20,000 purchase financed at 0% APR for 72 months, monthly payment is $277.78, cost of borrowing is $0 or APR of 0% and total to be repaid is $20,000.Down payment on purchase financing offers may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price. ±Lease a new 2012 Focus SE sedan with manual transmission and get 0% lease annual percentage rate (LAPR) financing for up to 48 months on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest LAPR payment. Lease a vehicle with a value of $20,599 at 0% LAPR for up to 48 months with $2,100 down or equivalent trade in, monthly payment is $199, total lease obligation is $11,652 and optional buyout is $7,828. Offer includes Manufacturer Rebate of $250 and customer cash of $500. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after Manufacturer Rebate is deducted. Offer includes freight and air tax of $1,600 but excludes variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Additional payments required for PPSA, registration, security deposit, NSF fees (where applicable), excess wear and tear, and late fees. Some conditions and mileage restrictions of 64,000 km over 48 months apply. A charge of 16 cents per km over mileage restrictions applies, plus applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. †From Feb. 1, 2012 to Apr. 2, 2012, receive $250/$500/$750/ $1,000/$1,500/ $1,750/ $2,000/$3,000/$3,250/ $3,500/ $4,000/ $4,500/$5,000/ $5,500/$6,000/ $6,500/$7,000/ $7,500/$8,000 in Manufacturer Rebates with the purchase or lease of a new 2012 Focus (excluding S)/2012 Flex SE, E-Series/2012 Explorer (excluding Base)/2012 Taurus SE, Escape I4 Manual, Transit Connect (excluding Electric)/2011 Fiesta S, Ranger Super Cab XL and Regular Cab/2012 Mustang Value Leader/ 2012 [Fusion S, F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs], 2011 [Taurus SE, F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 Value Leader] /2012 [Flex (excluding SE)], 2011 [Fusion S]/ 2011 Fiesta (excluding S)/2012 Mustang V6 (excluding Value Leader)/ 2012 [Taurus (excluding SE), Edge (excluding SE), Expedition], 2011 [F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs]/ 2012 Mustang GT/ 2012 [Fusion (excluding S), Escape and Hybrid (excluding I4 Manual)], 2011 [Taurus (excluding SE)]/2012 [Escape V6, F-250 to F-450 gas engine (excluding Chassis Cabs)], 2011 [Fusion (Excluding S), Ranger Super Cab (excluding XL)]/2011 Expedition/2012 F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2) non-5.0L/ 2012 F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2) 5.0L /2012 [F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew non-5.0L, F-250 to F-450 diesel engine (excluding Chassis Cabs)], 2011 [F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew non-5.0L and 3.7L engines]/2012 [F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew 5.0L], 2011 [F-250 to F-450 Gas engine (excluding Chassis Cabs) - all Raptor, GT500, BOSS302, and Medium Truck models excluded. This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ††Offer valid from February 1, 2012 to April 15, 2012 (the “Program Period”). Receive a maximum of [$500]/ [$1000] worth of selected Ford custom accessories, factory installed options, or Customer Cash with the purchase or lease of a new 2012 Ford [Fiesta, Focus, Escape]/[Fusion, Mustang (excluding GT 500), Taurus, Edge, Flex, Explorer, Expedition, E-Series, Transit Connect] (each an “Eligible Vehicle”) during the Program Period (the “Offer”). Offer must be applied to the Eligible Vehicle. The Eligible Vehicle must be delivered or factory ordered during the Program Period. Taxes payable on the total price of the Eligible Vehicle (including accessories and factory options), before the Offer value is deducted. This Offer is subject to vehicle, accessory, and factory installed option availability. Only one (1) Offer may be applied toward the purchase or lease of each Eligible Vehicle. This Offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. This Offer is not combinable with CPA, GPC, Daily Rental Allowances, the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP), or the A/X/Z/D/F Plan Program. Some conditions apply. Offer available to residents of Canada only. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for the 2012 Fiesta 1.6L I4 5-speed Manual transmission: [6.9L/100km (41MPG) City, 5.1L/100km (55MPG) Hwy] / 2012 Focus 2.0L I4 5-speed Manual transmission: [7.8L/100km (36MPG) City, 5.5L/100km (51MPG) Hwy] / 2012 Escape 2.5L I4 6-speed Automatic transmission: [10.0L/100km (28MPG) City, 7.1L/100km (40MPG) Hwy] / 2012 Edge 3.5L V6 FWD 6-speed Automatic transmission: [11.1L/100km (25MPG) City, 7.2L/100km (39MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading, vehicle equipment, and driving habits. ‡Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. ‡‡Some mobile phones and some digital media players may not be fully compatible – check www.syncmyride.com for a listing of mobile phones, media players, and features supported. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford recommends that drivers use caution when using mobile phones, even with voice commands. Only use mobile phones and other devices, even with voice commands, not essential to driving when it is safe to do so. SYNC is optional on most new Ford vehicles. †††© 2012 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2012 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.
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Found - Black Case with Gold Lettering, filled with many sentimental papers. Left at Mr. Mike’s Restaurant approx. 1 Month ago. Call (250)991-1615 to identify.
Quesnel & District Branch 1000 Carson Pit Rd. Quesnel, BC V2J 7H2 Ph. (250)992-7722 The following animals have been brought to the Q & D SPCA as a stray: - Male Tan & White Puppy found on Mathews Rd. Barkerville Hwy. - Adult Neutered Male Cat short hair black & white with a black spot on jawline found Southland Mobile home park behind Canadian Tire.
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Owner Operators Required Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Owner Operators to be based at our Prince George Terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of Professional drivers, call Bev, 1800-663-0900 or 604-9685488 or email a resume, current driver’s abstract and details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or fax 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. We thank you for your interest, however only those
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Education/Trade Schools AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 1(877)818-0783.
Immediate opening for a salesperson. Superior customer service and communication skills required. Sales experience preferred but not required. Must be available to work Saturdays. Please email: ranchlandhonda@telus.net or drop off resume to Ranchland Honda 550 N. 11th Avenue, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2M2 by March 15, 2012
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Panago Pizza Got wheels? Are you versatile and like talking to people? Panago needs a team member for deliveries and in-store duties. Will need own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license. A great attitude and customer service skills translate into great tips. Hourly wage plus gas allowance. Benefits available. Part time 10-20 hours/week and full time 25-40 hours/ week. Apply with resume: 263 Barlow Ave., Quesnel, BC No phone calls, please!!
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Kenneth William McCallum November 1, 1926 - March 14, 2010
We miss your strength and wisdom in our lives. Always, you travel our paths with us. We love you. Mom, Kelly, Gord, Brendan, Kenny, Shari, Scott, Taylor, Denna-Rae, Raelene, Chad, Aurelia, Alexandria, Gary
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Anyone interested in these routes please call Denise @ 250-992-2121 661262 BC Ltd.(o/a Tim Horton’s) 685 Newman Rd. or 385 Front St. Quesnel, BC. Food counter attendant. Full time/shift work. Nights/overnights/early mornings/weekends. $10.90/hr. + benefits. Apply at store. Fax: (250)7472476. Ad Sales person required asap for Quesnel Bargain Hunter. Submit resumes to Bargain Hunter Office: 101 Marsh Dr. Call 250-9923525 or 250-992-2713 An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780-723-5051 River Rock Pub & Steakhouse is now accepting applications for server’s & cooks position. Please email resume: riverrock@telus.net or drop it of at 290 Hoy Street. Westside Liquor store in West Park Mall is accepting resumes for part time cashier/delivery driver. Apply in person to Dianna Monday-Friday 9am - 5pm
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Esther Logie would like to thank the nurses, doctors, ambulance attendants and medi vac people for the great care she received Feb. 24th after her heart attack. She would also like to thank all her friends and family for the flowers, cards, food and good wishes. Jim & Esther Logie & family
required for Ford Dealership in Prince Rupert, BC. The individuals we seek must be team players interested in joining an exciting business. Experience an asset but must be willing to advance skills with factory as well as self-study training. We offer competitive wages, a pension plan and full benefit package. Relocation assistance available for the right individual. Please contact Brian Kennedy Port City Ford Sales 250-624-3673 or fax resume to 250-624-3672
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Build Your Career With us Certified Millwright & # 1 Planerman Okanagan Valley, BC Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for continuous growth and development? We want to hear from you. Apply online today and build your career with us!
DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Laborers and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Laborers will possess competency in assisting on the installation of all types of formwork, performing general labor work and placing concrete. Have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC Canada Ltd. requires an experienced Journeyman Electrician for our EWP Operation in Golden B.C. Email resume to: Audra.Stanton@LPCorp.com or fax to 250-344-8859. PLANER/MOULDER Technician Required for Planermill in Creston BC. Please Contact: justinstorm@shaw.ca Fax: (250) 428-2366 WRANGLER wanted for Chilcotin backcountry. 250-2382375 rides@sprucelaketours.ca
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Pinnacle Renewable Energy requires journeyman millwrights at both its Strathnavor and Burns Lake BC plant locations. Ideal candidates will have experience with the various automated operations and systems in a modern pellet plant. They will be highly motivated journeymen that have demonstrated the ability to apply their trade skills and knowledge safely and effectively. Candidates should also have good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Pinnacle pays competitive rates and provides full benefits. To apply please submit your resume and cover letter, along with proof of trade’s qualification. For more information on this position see www. pinnaclepellet.com Send your resume to: E-mail: hr@pinnaclepellet.com No Phone Inquiries Accepted – Closing date March 23, 2012.
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Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is a Vancouver based mine company which operates a 16,400 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. The Mine Maintenance Team is expanding to the meet the challenges of the recently approved Main Zone Optimization (MZO) Project expansion.
Heavy Duty Mechanics On January 2, 2012 we received approval for the Main Zone Optimization Expansion Project which will extend mine operations to 2021. As a result, we will be expanding and modernizing our fleet of haul trucks, loading equipment, drills and support equipment and are seeking journeyperson mechanics to be part of our growing maintenance department during this exciting time. We are looking for self starters who can work safely with minimal supervision, work well in a team environment and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Responsibilities will include preventative maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems on 777 and 785 Cat Trucks, 992 Loader, Komatsu PC 2000 and 3000 Excavators, Cat support equipment, P & H 2100 shovels, Bucyrus-Erie and Atlas Copco rotary drills, and other small support equipment. Applicants for these positions must possess a journeyperson’s trade qualification (B.C. ticket) or an Interprovincial Heavy Duty Mechanic’s ticket and be able to perform basic welding. Experience with shovels and drills is not necessary but would be considered an asset for this position. Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. The work schedule for this position is 4 x 4 (4 days on, 4 days off) or 8 x 8 (8 days on, 8 days off) working 12 hours per day. Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston by bus and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic Bulkley Valley on TransCanada Highway 16, an excellent area to raise a family and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca. Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of benefits including medical, life, disability income, RRSP savings plan and relocation allowance. We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified candidates can submit their resumes in confidence to:
Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000, Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com
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Misc. for Sale CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991. For Sale- Wood office desk 30” w by 5ft long $25.00. 4 drawer wood stand 18”w by 38”h $20.00. 16” Toshiba color TV $20.00. Wht microwave oven $20.00. 2prs of skis w/ poles $10.00 ea.Call 250-9927810 or 250-992-5030
MANUFACTURED pure wood shavings: natural product, high quality, low cost, bulk bagged shaving for livestock, pets, gardens. Custom hauling available. Call New Cal Rabbit Farm 250-395-3336 or 250706-8972. STEEL BUILDINGS for all uses! Spring Deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands now! Call for free Brochure - 1-800-6685111 ext. 170. STEEL OF a deal - Building sale! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
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Large round bales Red Clover/Timothy mix net wrapped, under cover, 15001600 lbs. Reasonably priced. Discount for Truck loads. 250613-9897.
LOCAL Coin Collector, looking to buy collections, Mint & Proof sets, Accumulations, Olympic, Gold, Silver Coins Etc. Any amount. Please Call Chad at 250-863-3082. WANTED: Old lever action Winchester & Marlin rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
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For Rent or Lease 276 Reid St. - 1600 sq ft Downtown core - Street Level - Available Immediately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177
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Retail/Office Space 146 Barlow St. downtown core - Approx. 1100 sq ft - street level, 1100 sq ft upper level. Can be rented separately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177. Available immediately.
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WANTED 2bdr suite, mature, N/S, N/D must be small dog friendly, prefer walking distance to hosp. contact khchorney@shaw.ca.
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MAINTENANCE OF REFUSE SITE TRANSFER STATIONS AND MARSHALLING YARDS The Cariboo Regional District is accepƟng tenders for the maintenance of four refuse site transfer staƟons and marshalling yards at Baker Creek, Riske Creek, Wildwood and McLeese Lake. The work involves regularly collecƟng indiscriminately placed refuse and debris, to keep sites in a neat and Ɵdy condiƟon. The Cariboo Regional District does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any quote and reserves the right to reject all quotes and negoƟate with any bidder. SelecƟon will be based upon such factors as qualiĮcaƟons, experience (especially on similar projects), ability to perform the contract according to its terms (including Ɵming requirements), availability of contractors’ workforce and subcontractors, if applicable, reputaƟon of quality of work and for Ɵmeliness, Įnancial stability of Įrm, and cost. Tender documents and further details are available from the undersigned. Completed tenders are to be delivered no later than 2:00 p.m., March 28, 2012 to the address below, at which Ɵme a public opening will take place. Mitch Minchau Manager of Environmental Services Suite D, 180 North 3rd Ave. Williams Lake, BC V2G 2A4 Phone: (250) 392-3351 1-800-665-1636
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Past Volunteer Citizens of the Year
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Who do you think should be Quesnel’s
2011
Volunteer Citizen of the Year? Deadline March 16, 2012
- Rev. Gary Landers (1980) - Mac Grady (1981) - Margot Rose (1982) - Marie Weldon (1983) - Cathy Walsh (1984) - Joan Huxley (1985) - Frank Hennessey (1986) - Ruth Scoullar (1987) - June Wall (1988) - Grace Steele (1989) - Helen Kuhn (1990)
Do you know someone who has worked on a volunteer basis, behind the scenes, who deserves the recognition of this award? If so, please nominate them.
2010 Volun
teer Citizen of the Year
Dianne Gre
enwood
Any person, group or corporation, except the City of Quesnel and the Quesnel Cariboo Observer may make a nomination. A nominee for the Volunteer Citizen of the Year should be a person who for a period of time up to and including the current year through his/her example, general lifestyle and activities in the community of Quesnel, contributed to the betterment and/or maintenance of a quality of community that you feel is desirable and bene¿cial to all. The nominee may be of any age or sex. The nominee must have resided in the City of Quesnel or adjacent residential area for the period from January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011. The nominee’s activities should be of a voluntary nature, contributing in a positive manner in the area of business, government, social improvement, community service, cultural arts, religion, youth work or any other area of activity that you feel contributes to a better community.
- Susan Maile (1991)
Guidelines for the Preparation of a Nomination for Volunteer Citizen of the Year: The following information will assist you to prepare a nomination, as well as those reviewing the nomination. Any additional relevant information may be added.
- Mel Dunleavey (1992)
The nominator should personally interview the nominee to gain full knowledge of all of the volunteer activities of the nominee.
- John McKelvie (1993)
Enclosures, including photos, should be relevant to the nominees’ activities. For example, newspaper articles should relate to any awards received or achievements of the nominee. Guidelines follow: 1. Name, address, phone number and email address if applicable. 2. Length of time living in the Quesnel area. 3. Names of organizations the nominee volunteers for, and length of time. 4. Volunteer positions held (of¿cer, director) 5. Bene¿t of nominees’ activities to the community. 6. Is there any direct or indirect payment involved? 7. Include endorsement letters from other organizations. 8. Please provide a list of enclosures.
- Betty Motherwell (1994) - John Pritchard (1995) - Gloria Lazzarin (1996) - Jack Nelson (1997) - Vera Peever (1998) - Doreen O’Brien (1999) - Stan Phillips (2000) - Helen Flynn (2001) - Ron Silver (2002)
Of¿cial nomination forms can be picked up at City of Quesnel - 410 Kinchant Street or Quesnel Cariboo Observer - 188 Carson Avenue during business hours Nominations must be in by March 16, 2012. Drop off forms at City Hall.
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- Bob Zimmerman (2003) - Marie Skinner (2004)
MARK YOUR CALENDAR 2010 Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the Year
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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. */x/†/††/^Offers apply to the purchase of a 2012 Cruze LS (R7A), 2012 Sonic LS Sedan (R7A) equipped as described. Freight included ($1,495). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offer available to retail customers in Canada. See Dealer for details. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. GMCL, Ally Credit or TD Financing Services may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See Chevrolet dealer for details. ††0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by Ally Financing for 72 months on new or demonstrator 2012 Cruze LS & 2012 Sonic LS Sedan. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $138.89 for 72 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000.00. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight ($1,495) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and fees not included. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. ^Credit valid towards the purchase or lease of an eligible new 2011 or 2012 model year Chevrolet, GMC, Buick or Cadillac vehicle, excluding Chevrolet Volt, delivered between January 6th 2012 and April 2nd 2012. Customers must present this authorization letter at the time of purchase or lease. All products are subject to availability. See Dealer for eligibility. Only one $1,000 Bonus may be redeemed per purchase/lease vehicle. This offer may not be redeemed for cash. The credit amount is inclusive of any applicable taxes. As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and will contact GM to verify eligibility. The $1,000 Bonus is not compatible with the Employee New Vehicle Purchase Program or the Supplier Program New Vehicle Purchase Program. Void where prohibited by law. $1,000 offer is stackable with Cardholder’s current GM Card Earnings, subject to Vehicle Redemption Allowances. For complete GM Card Program Rules, including current Redemption Allowances, transferability of Earnings, and other applicable restrictions for all eligible GM vehicles, see your GM Dealer, call the GM Card Redemption Centre at 1-888-446-6232 or visit TheGMCard.ca. Subject to applicable law, GMCL may modify or terminate the Program in whole or in part with or without notice to you. Subject to Vehicle Redemption Allowances. For complete GM Card Program Rules, including current Redemption Allowances, transferability of Earnings, and other applicable restrictions for all eligible GM vehicles, see your GM Dealer, call the GM Card Redemption Centre at 1-888-446-6232 or visit TheGMCard.ca. Subject to applicable law, GMCL may modify or terminate the Program in whole or in part with or without notice to you. Primary GM Cardholders may transfer the $1,000 Bonus to the following eligible Immediate Family members, who reside at the Primary Cardholder’s residence: parents, partner, spouse, brother, sister, child, grandchild and grandparents including parents of spouse or partner. Proof of relationship and residency must be provided upon request. The $1,000 Bonus is not transferable to Immediate Family residing outside of the Primary Cardholders residence. ∞OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery) wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Subscription Service Agreement required. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.ca for OnStar’s Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and details and system limitations. Additional information can be found in the OnStar Owner’s Guide. WBased on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. +For more information visit iihs.org/ratings. ++U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are a part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program.
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