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All in the needles Miss Quesnel candidates were on hand at the annual Arts and Culture Day at the Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation Centre to assist in the exploration of various arts and crafts. Here knitting is the learning experience of choice. For more photos see Friday’s edition of the Observer. Autumn MacDonald photo
Sawdust suspected in two sawmill explosions AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter After the second sawmill explosion in four months, WorkSafeBC has ordered sawmills across the province to begin investigations into sawdust levels. “We do not know the cause of the explosions, but there’s enough information to suggest a possibility that an accumulation of dust may have been a factor in both explosions,” MLA for Cariboo North Bob Simpson said, adding the order issued Sat-
urday was “the right thing to do.” The order defines specific cleaning methods such as: • Vacuuming, using a vacuum approved for dust collection. • Water wash or wet rags. • Soft bristle brooms on telescopic poles. “If this is a dust problem then the traditional blow-down is the worst thing you can do,” Simpson said. The order goes on to specify likely areas where dust accumulations are found.
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WorkSafeBC officers will be following up on these orders to confirm the ordered actions have been taken and sawmills are in compliance with the Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation in regard to combustible dust and potential safety hazards. However, Simpson said, WorkSafe needs to cease notifying workplaces of inspections. “They need to see the mill as it is operating,” he said.
Charbonneau trial ongoing AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter Alan Ray Charbonneau’s trial is ongoing as Crown presents three witnesses. Charbonneau is facing charges of possession of child pornography and access of child pornography after his arrest in 2009. In March 2009 policing partners across Canada carried out the largest ever co-ordinated investigation into Internet-facilitated child sexual abuse in the country. The investigation, dubbed “Project Salvo” was coordinated by the National Child Exploitation Coordination Centre and developed in conjunction with domestic policing partners.
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The investigation focused on users that would meet other like-minded individuals and exchange child sexual abuse images online. In British Columbia, members from the Integrated Child Exploitation Unit, Technological Crime Unit, RCMP detachments from Richmond, Surrey, Langley, Burnaby, Prince George, Quesnel, Fort St. John and municipal police forces from New Westminster, Abbotsford, Delta, Victoria and Saanich executed search warrants for child exploitation related offences. In Quesnel, two separate search warrants were executed by BC ICE with Quesnel RCMP assistance and RCMP Tech Crime Unit. In all, 15 were arrested.
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Wednesday, May 2, 2012 Quesnel Cariboo Observer
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Community gathers for long-term planning The city was impressed by the community response to events held Friday evening and Saturday (April 27 and 28) to celebrate Quesnel and envision the longterm future of the community. Friday, more than 60 people gathered to share some thoughts about what they love about our community and where they’d like to see it in the future. They were also treated to a sustainability presentation from Barkerville Historic Town’s James Douglas. Saturday, some of Friday’s participants returned and were joined by new faces, as about 60 people participated in one or both of the two, half-day sessions envisioning Quesnel’s sustainable and successful future. The strategy areas discussed were: economy, work, education and skills training; transportation and mobility; energy, water, resources and waste; food; social and community well-being; ecosystems, natural areas and parks; communications and connectivity infrastructure; buildings and sites; arts, culture, recreation and leisure; and housing and land use. In addition to the successful workshops, more than 200 people
completed the recent ourQuesnel public survey, providing valuable community input to the process. The ourQuesnel Sustainability Task Force will compile all the input received and begin developing “descriptions of success” in each strategy area. Those descriptions will be released to the public, with another opportunity for input in early June. Quesnel is developing a comprehensive, community-wide, long-term sustainability vision, plan, and process through the ourQuesnel: Sustainability in Action initiative. It is meant to include as many community members and organizations as are willing to participate. ourQuesnel is led by the City of Quesnel with help from the Whistler Centre for Sustainability, a non-profit organization that provides sustainability planning and advisory services to local governments in BC and across Canada. To learn more about the Centre’s work, visit www. whistlercentre.ca To learn more about ourQuesnel, visit www.ourquesnel.com or like us at www.facebook.com/ ourquesnel
Open fire restrictions in place The Cariboo Fire Centre is reminding residents the size of open fires will be restricted within the Cariboo help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public. Specifically, this will prohibit: The burning of any waste, slash or other materials (piled or unpiled) at a size larger than one metre by one metre. The burning of more than two open fires of any size at the same time. Stubble or grass fires of any size over any area. The prohibition will remain in effect until Sept. 30, 2012, or until further notice. To report a wildfire or unattended campfire, call *5555 on your cellphone or call toll-free to 1 800 663-5555.
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If you’re itching for some home grown entertainment and talent, look no further than Shaw Cable’s show You’re The Star! The show’s creator and main contributor, Eddie deSouza has new artists to showcase on a regular basis and encourages creativity during the show’s one hour time slot. “I originally went to Shaw Cable in September 2009 to ask about advertising,” deSouza said of his debut on the television channel. “Steve Bernard, the head producer at Shaw suggested that I do a weekly TV show, so I created Be A Cool Cat which teaches drums, guitar, bass, keyboard, as well as other musical directions
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“I find the guests and help in any way I can to make them sound the best with what we have” Eddie deSouza, show creator
with each episode focusing on one instrument. “We did 15 shows.” From there, deSouza was asked to do a different show, to which he agreed. “I created You’re The Star! which was to feature local artists and their videos,” deSouza explained. “The response for You’re The Star! was amazing. “Since December 2009, we’ve taped 49 episodes.” deSouza is wholly involved in the show, helping with everything from editing to providing content and finding talent for the show.
“I find the guests and help in any way I can to make them sound the best with what we have,” he said. The show hasn’t come to fruition without a hitch, however. deSouza put a lot of work into making the best show he possible could, he wrote the jingle, does all the editing and had help from Jessica Mernagh, his cohost of more than a year, before she moved forward in her career. “Once we had the idea and Shaw saw value, they decided we need to get everyone to sign release
forms,” deSouza explained. “It’s quite challenging getting people to agree to sign, but we decided if we could get the entertainers to sign up for the The Best Of You’re The Star! DVD, in return for signing up, they receive a copy of the DVD. “That way, everyone wins, Shaw gets content, entertainers get their performance for their own promotion and we get to do what we love most. With any luck we will attract some sponsors soon.” If creating and editing the television show didn’t keep him busy enough, deSouza has a slew of other projects to keep him occupied. “I still have a few students and have some artists working on CD projects,” deSouza explained. “I created Quesnel Com-
munity Access TV and we are in the process of loading some of You’re The Star! performances as well as Be a Cool Cat.” Moving forward, deSouza doesn’t show any signs of slowing down, in fact, he has several projects on the go. “I bought 165 acres of land and this summer, we are planning to build an earthship–style house and a stage,” he explained. “We are planning a music festival named Namaste North BC for 2014. “I also have a group on Facebook, Eat Weeds, where we are talking about natural foods that grow wild.” You can catch You’re The Star! on Quesnel Community Access on demand by going to www.qcatv.ca.
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Take your seats The North Cariboo Multi-Centre Fundraising Committee is rolling out the red carpet on the first local event, The Magnificent Multi-Centre Seat Sale. “We are excited to start this local fundraising event,” chair of the fundraising sub-commitee Bernice Heinzelman said. “We believe that for a community member to be able to buy a seat and personalize it with a nameplate is something they will remember and be proud of for years to come. I know I have purchased seats and can’t wait to show my family.” Pamphlets with order forms can be downloaded at www.ourmulticentre.com or they can be picked up at the Multi-Centre booth at the Farmers Market, or at City Hall. “Another critical feature of the Multi-Centre Seat Sale is the partnerships we have made with a number of local community groups to help in selling seats,” added Heinzelman. “For each seat a local community group directly sells, they will receive $50. This is an example of a type of partnership we want to develop between the local fundraising campaign and our community.” Details on which local community groups have partnered with the North Cariboo MultiCentre Fundraising Committee can be found on the website or Facebook page. If your group is interested in partnering on this great local fundraising event, the fundraising coordinator can be reached at ourmulticentre@gmail.com or 250-992-3524. The North Cariboo Multi-Centre will be a modern facility designed to replace aging infrastructure. It features a 1,600-seat NHLsized arena, a 450-seat performing arts theatre and accompanying event and assembly space.
Drilling starts on West Side Vertical well drilling, an integral component of the West Quesnel Land Stability dewatering program, is underway. JR Drilling Central Ltd began work this morning in the Paley Place area of Uplands. The drilling crews are expecting to spend from two to three days at each of the 14 drill sites. The entire process is expected to take from four to six weeks to complete, depending on the drilling conditions encountered. Drilling will take place at a number of different sites, including along Dixon Street, near Stork and Crane Avenues and in a wooded area to the west of Abbott Drive near Dawson Street. For a detailed look at the drilling plan, visit www.quesnel.ca/
WQLS.html and click on the link called “2012 Work Plan Map.” The estimated cost for this part of the program is $566,000, which includes the well drilling, engineering costs ($110,000), and pumps and installation ($125,000). JR Drilling Central Ltd. was the low bidder on the well drilling portion, at $147,398 plus HST, leaving this part of the dewatering program under budget so far. The full-scale dewatering program is designed to help reduce land movement in the West Quesnel Land Stability study area. The $4.7 million project will see the installation of 14 pumping wells, nine
horizontal drain sites consisting of more than 70 drains, and storm water system improvements for West Quesnel and area residents. More than $3.1 million was provided by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia, through the Building Canada Fund-Communities Component program, part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan for this project. The City of Quesnel also contributed more than $1.5 million to pay for the full-scale dewatering program. In addition to the federal and provincial contributions, the City of Quesnel has invested more than $2.1 million on the West Quesnel Land Stability Program since 2000.
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Literacy Quesnel Society Annual General Meeting Wednesday May 2 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Everyone Welcome Room 206 488 McLean St Call: 778-919-4119 or email:literacyquesnel@shaw.ca
The North Cariboo Multi-Centre is rolling out new local community fundraising events. You can find all the latest by following us on Facebook at North Cariboo Multi Centre Fundraising or on our website at www.ourmulticentre.com Right now, email us at ourmulti-centre@gmail.com for volunteer opportunities and join us in the Magnificent Multi-Centre Seat Sale
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CAPSULE COMMENTS With Jessica Joly B.Sc. (Pharm)
Evidently 46% of people do work while on their holidays. But what is even worse is that only 35% of people plan to take a holiday longer than an extended weekend. This is down from 47% just two years ago. It’s important for our mental and physical health to take a complete break from our jobs on a regular basis. Cranberries contain compounds which prevent bacteria from attaching to the lining of the urinary tract. Cranberry juice does reduce the risk of recurring urinary tract infections (UTIs). If you are troubled by these infections, try a daily glass of cranberry juice. It just might help. If all else fails, low-dose antibiotics do work for prevention of UTIs. Everyone is aware of the dangers of sun overexposure and also aware that sunscreens and “covering up” do protect the skin. This message is slowly getting through to teenagers as well. Melanoma, a type of skin cancer, can affect young people. Many agree that the term “healthy tan” is an oxymoron. This summer, be aware of the dangers of sun and use your sunscreen. Parkinson’s disease is not a normal part of aging but as we get older, our chances of getting Parkinson’s increases. The average age of diagnosis is 60. Over 100,000 Canadians are battling Parkinson’s today. The cause is unknown but research on genetic and environmental causes are being studied. The drugs to treat Parkinson’s, although not perfect, do help the symptoms. Our pharmacists are always keeping in touch with the latest research on this disease.
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A text amendment to Special ExcepƟon R 3-1 zone to re-establish the intended zoning regulaƟons (single family dwelling in addiƟon to six two-family residenƟal units) from the previous applicaƟon, File No. 4600-20/1655, pertaining to Lot 5, District Lot 3971, Cariboo District, Plan 12521. This amendment is applicable to other areas of the Quesnel Fringe Area Bylaw No. 3504.
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Overall this looks like the dieters dream supplement and fat loss miracle. If you look at the benefits and listen to the claims it seems to surpass any other weight loss craze. The catch is there have been no human studies to date and it has yet to be determined how the introduction of additional ketones reacts to other hormones in the body. Choosing the raspberry ketones is the next step and coming from a holistic approach I would be looking for a good clean formula. That means ketones from food source based extracts and usually with other natural weight loss herbs such as green tea, grapefruit, African bush mango, acai, hoodia, kelp, L-Carnitine, capsicasin or other thermogenic supplements. If this product is one that you choose to try be aware of how your body responds, monitor any changes in your digestive and obviously if you have any other challenges hormonally or physically monitoring those changes that occur and be sure to discuss it with your medical doctor or healthcare practitioner. This should be combined with good eating habits and an exercise routine for solid results. If you are someone who struggles with weight loss and are in need of a good boost this is a good way to start but I would use it for a moderate amount of time only and as always with other supplements and lifestyle changes that will support you, Naturally!
This bylaw will be considered for third reading and adopƟon on May 11, 2012. WriƩen submissions will be received unƟl 4:30 pm on May 10, 2012. The bylaw and an informaƟon package may be inspected at the Cariboo Regional District oĸce at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from May 2, 2012 to May 11, 2012 inclusive (excepƟng public holidays). Telephone inquiries should be directed to the Planning Department of the CRD at 1-800-665-1636. Rick Brundrige, MCIP, Registered Planner Manager of Planning Services
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Seasons House celebrates
Four years of service and support In light of Seasons House fourth year anniversary, I thought I would take the opportunity to provide the public with some information on Seasons House and some of the social challenges our guests face on a daily basis. Programming at Seasons House includes a 10-bed emergency shelter for people who are experiencing homelessness, eight transitional housing units, four supportive recovery beds and a drop in program. Since our opening, our programs have been full to capacity and the need for our services is only growing. In the last year, we had 206 individuals access our emergency shelter and have turned away 190 individuals due to not having enough beds. Individuals that are turned away are offered a mat or chair to sleep in our overflow area. Many, many more people drop in daily
for food, toiletries, showers and support services. We serve people of all ethnicities, genders and ages – from the elderly gentleman who cannot find affordable and safe housing on his limited income, to the single mother who is displaced due to severely inadequate housing conditions. Ninety per cent of our guests are local individuals and all have unique circumstances that have brought them to our door, however, many of them have commonalities as well. The root of homelessness in our community and across the country is poverty. B.C. has the highest poverty rate in Canada. In 2009, 12 per cent of British Columbians – half a million people – lived in poverty. Living in poverty means an individual is more likely to have inadequate housing or be homeless, experience hunger and
inadequate nutrition, be more susceptible to chronic health conditions, mental illness and addictions, as well as experience high levels of stress. Over the past four years, we have been honoured to meet many remarkable and inspiring people who have come through our doors. Many of our guests have histories of trauma and abuse and have survived against all odds. We have assisted countless people access support services and secure housing. We also feel very honoured to have worked with the community of Quesnel. The work we do
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could not be done without the support we receive from our community on a regular basis. We would like to thank the community of Quesnel for all of their generosity over the past four years. We look forward to working together to find solutions to homelessness in the coming years. This Friday (May 11) Seasons House will be having cake and coffee to celebrate their 4th year anniversary. The public is invited to drop by between noon and 3 p.m. to join in the celebrations. Submitted by: Melanie MacDonald, Executive Director, Seasons House
DO YOU HAVE ARTHRITIS? WE NEED YOUR HELP. We are looking for 6-12 people who have been diagnosed with RA, OA, low back pain, or JIA to participate in a two-hour focus group. Your input in this easy process will help us develop a program in British Columbia to support family physicians allowing for better diagnoses and management of the different types of arthritis. Focus groups will be conducted by toll-free telephone conference call on May 17th. If you’re interested, please contact the Arthritis Society at 1.866.414.7766
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arring major unforeseen events, the NDP will likely win the next election. That was made clear in last Thursday’s two byelections. The NDP won Port MoodyCoquitlam by a sizeable margin. They had a popular candidate (and former Liberal) in recently-retired Port Moody mayor Joe Trasolini, and results were much as expected. The real surprise and key result was in Chilliwack-Hope, where the NDP won a seat they have never held.Gwen O’Mahony took the seat in a threeway fight, with the BC Liberal vote melting away, and the resurgent BC Conservatives coming third with 25 per cent of the vote, despite a poorly funded and disorganized campaign. Liberal candidate Laurie Throness got 4,399 votes and 31 per cent of the vote. This compares with Barry Penner in the 2009 general election, who got 8,985 votes. So the Liberals, in the course of three years, lost more than half their support, with a large proportion of that going to the BC Conservatives, whose candidate John Martin got 3,548 votes. There is another factor – the voter turnout. In the 2009 election, 16,865 votes were cast in Chilliwack-Hope. Last Thursday, despite the scrutiny this race has been under, and numerous visits by the premier and other party leaders, 14,013 people voted. That means more than 2,800 stayed home – likely because they wouldn’t vote for the Liberals, and did not want to vote for anyone else. If the Liberals can convince most of those people to come back to them in the next election, the Liberals will win seats like Chilliwack-Hope next year. However, the vote splits in other ridings put the NDP in position to form the next government. The Liberals won a number of seats in 2009 by narrow margins (one by just 88 votes), with little or no Conservative opposition. If the Liberals can convince enough disaffected voters to come back to them, they will keep some traditional strongholds. But unless their political fortunes improve drastically – and soon – in three-way election fights they will lose many of the seats they now hold. – Black Press
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awmill tragedies in Prince George and Burns Lake have brought overdue attention to the larger crisis, as the end of B.C.’s latest pine beetle infestation continues to transform the Interior forest industry. The urgency of the timber supply situation was set out in a couple of highlevel documents that were leaked from the forests ministry in recent days. These leaks show several things, one of which is that this is a government in trouble. Someone on the inside forced the unpopular options into the public arena. Cabinet ministers have tried to dismiss the documents as early drafts, but no one has disputed their numbers. A report on mid-term timber supply looks at the four most beetle-affected areas: Prince George, Lakes (west of Prince George around Burns Lake), Quesnel and Williams Lake. In recent years B.C.’s chief forester has increased the annual allowable cut of all these timber supply areas substantially to harvest dead trees. In Lakes, the pre-beetle
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B.C. Views annual allowable cut was 1.5 million cubic metres. Currently it is up to two million, but once the beetle wood is unusable, it drops to 500,000. Even if visual quality rules are relaxed to release more timber, forest employment in the area would go from 1,572 jobs before the beetle epidemic to 521. Prince George’s much larger harvest total is expected to drop by almost half. And around Quesnel, producers say an economic supply of dead pine will be there for only another year and a half. This document and a subsequent proposal to cabinet set out the options. They include relaxing visual quality areas, oldgrowth management zones and wildlife connectivity corridors. This is not as drastic as
of warmer winters after decades of fire suppression kept older stands around. Lodgepole pine forests are fire-propagated. The term “old growth” has little meaning in a cycle of natural fires that doesn’t occur in wetter zones. But none of this will matter much in the urban political debate that is about to ensue. “Old growth” is now a quasi-religious notion. International environmental groups have convinced most people that logging is the primary cause of forest loss. In fact, the UN’s “State of the World’s Forests” reports have shown that 95 per cent of global forest loss is due to agriculture. Forest cover is increasing in industrialized countries, which use farmland more efficiently. The B.C. Liberal government needs to make some tough decisions quickly, before next year’s election. The premier’s vow to “create and defend” jobs is about to be tested like never before. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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it sounds, given that the first areas to be opened up would be those where many of the trees are already dead. Most beetle-affected areas have a substantial proportion of live trees. If decade-old dead trees were subsidized for biofuel use, this would support harvest and hauling of healthy sawlogs along with them. The government is also considering swapping some existing cutting licences to increase wood supply for the Lakes district, to provide enough long-term supply for reconstruction of the destroyed Burns Lake sawmill. There is also the prospect of awarding unassigned timber to “a single representative of the six First Nations in the Lakes TSA.” Speaking to forest scientists who work in B.C., a couple of things become clear. This pine beetle epidemic may be the largest on record, but it is far from the first. And despite many assertions by former premier Gordon Campbell, it is not certain if this one is the result of a broader climate trend or just a string
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Bake sale success Cherie Swaan, Glenda Melnuchuk, Marg Melnychuk and friend enjoy a moment together during the Quesnel Special Olympics bake sale for Relay For Life. Dave Sutton photo
The end of growth Editor: Re: Time to act is now, Observer, column, April 25. Bert, hang in there. There are lots of us out here who get the picture. I hear a tremendous sense of despair and powerlessness, along with TV-itis and the daily grind to pay the bills. My 99 and 89 year-old friends who were born and raised here have seen an incredible change in expectations in baby boomers and succeeding generations. I told our kids they were the first generation in the history of the human race to be sent off to school or work, told to “have fun”. I keep hearing mutterings
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of “We’re entitled”. I like your story of the Buddhist monk. We don’t have much left to give away. Two little examples: our (Harper’s) generosity with the U.S. (formerly Canadian) Abitibi mill they abandoned in Newfoundland ($130 million gift, uncontested, under Chapter 11 of NAFTA) and the recent Caterpillar scam in Ontario. But these are just small-time to a good continentalist like Harper. Ho hum. I just finished another book with a spooky title. It speaks to your comment: “resources squandered on obsolete get-
I hear a tremendous sense of despair and powerlessness, along with TV-itis and the daily grind to pay the bills. rich-quick energy schemes.” The spooky title? Richard Heinberg’s The End of Growth – Adapting to Our New Economic Reality. Our local forwardthinking sustainability group, with direct city council involvement, echoes the final inspiring and challenging chapter in his book.
After spelling out a well documented dose of reality in all aspects of dwindling resources, pollution, population demographics and financial teetertotterering, he outlines the progress already made by Transition Initiatives, “Transition Towns”. Starting in southern England in 2005, at the time of printing (2011) Heinberg reports 350 Transition Initiatives in over 30 countries with 80 in the U.S. and 150 more forming there. As you say, even starting now (we’re in for a bumpy ride in any case) just maybe the teeter won’t totter. John Thomas Quesnel
Support the children Editor: In my opinion, the grad ceremonies are not extra curricular. The banquet and dance, yes. I think the teachers should be “... in the short ashamed if they do not support the grade run you need 12 students, who have to support your worked hard for the last children that are 13 years. Yes the parents should graduating this step up for the banquet and ball, but the June.” teachers need to have the commencement ceremony. I have heard the ongoing job action is for the children in the long run. Well in the short run you need to support your children that are graduating this June. Margaret Maibauer Quesnel
Letters and emails must include full name and contact phone number and should be 250 words or less. The editor reserves the right to edit submissions for clairity, brevity and legality. Letters to the Editor, Quesnel Cariboo Observer, 188 Carson Ave. Quesnel, BC V2J 2A8 email: newsroom@quesnelobserver.com Ph: 250-992-2121 Fax: 250-992-5229 Quesnel Cariboo Observer is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org
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Just a few of the dozens of unique bottles for sale at the Museum Antiques & Uniques Sale on May 5th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Honey Affleck photo
The local branch of the B.C.Hydro Power Pioneers recently surprised Toby Cave, a founding member of the local branch, with a cake for his 90th birthday. Toby is the vice–president of the branch and remains a very active member and works hard for all the projects. Rae Daggitt photo
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$5,000 grant will help replace the St. John’s Community Hall floor The Quesnel Community Foundation is helping St. John’s Anglican Church replace its Community Hall floor with a $5,000 grant. St. John's has been an integral part of the Quesnel community since 1911, and moved to its current location in 1926. The Parish supports many community groups through use of the Church Hall, provides an annual, free Christmas Dinner for the public, and works to better the wider Quesnel community. SUSTAINING PARTNERS
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Gillespie’s art collection sale to benefit Art Gallery In 2008, Quesnel lost an avid supporter of the arts in this community. Ann Gillespie worked as a physiotherapist here, but a secondary interest was her passion for the visual and performing arts. Ann was a member of the Quesnel Art Gallery and enjoyed volunteering in the gallery shop for many years. She attended Thursday drop in painting sessions and took countless numbers of arts courses that were offered at the Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation Centre. She even travelled all the way to Nova Scotia to paint with Jack Reid, a watercolour instructor who was
a favourite of many Quesnel artists. At these many workshops, Ann began to form a collection of pieces painted by art instructors. She also collected local artwork and was generous with donations towards various clubs within the Arts council. When Ann died, she requested that some of her collection be donated to the Quesnel Art gallery in her name. The proceeds from the sale of these paintings are to be used as a fundraiser in support of Quesnel Art Gallery. To view the art, visit the Quesnel Art Gallery. The work for sale is displayed in the Artrium foyer display case.
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First Farmers’ Market of the season Along with the disappearance of the last of the snow on the north side of the woodshed, to the arrival of those early pesky mosquitoes, another sure sign of springs’ coming is the first Farmers’ Market of the season. This year marks the 24th anniversary of the Market and promises to be a special one with additional producer vendors and with more produce from the existing vendors. This week, the earliest of the early greens will be for sale, along with lots of bedding plants and other nursery stock. Frozen meat from local ranchers will also be in stock. An abundant supply of breads, cakes, cookies, jams, jellies, preserves and other goodies will be available from the bakers and food producers; and readyto-eat treats will also
be on hand. While many of the farmers had the winter off, crafters were busy building up inventory for another year. Interwoven among these vendors, you’ll discover handcrafted gifts and collectibles, such as knitting and other clothing, leather works, patio furniture and jewelry, just to name a few. And that’s not all. The Market is pleased to provide live music every Saturday. Selected from a superb local talent pool, new and established performers add a festive element to the market atmosphere. Opening the music circuit this season is oneof-a-kind performer Doug Koyama. Also, about once a month, the Quesnel Farmers’ Market features a special event day. These include such things as “Art at the Market”, where local artists are invited to
set up portable studios under the large Market tents and the Giant Pumpkin contest, where customers are encouraged to purchase a pumpkin bedding plant and raise it to be the biggest specimen in the Cariboo. One important change this year at the Market is a policy which excludes dogs from the Market site. After several years trying to placate both sides of the debate, the membership voted at the AGM to take this step; the concerns were both from a personal safety issue after several
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Who you gonna call? Two horses rescued from West Quesnel. Annie Gallant photo
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mall towns in B.C. face unique challenges and last week was just another day in Quesnel until two horses found their way into West Quesnel, disrupting traffic and disturbing drivers on their way to work and school. Even in Quesnel, this isn’t an everyday occurance and local residents didn’t know who to contact. Fortunately, one local resident, Robin Eyford, called her sisters, all of which have extensive experience with livestock and the animals were caught and secured on the side of the road while another family member brought a livestock trailer where the stray horses were contained. RCMP were onsite to control traffic, however their responsibility ends once the situation is under control and the safety threat to both the public and the animal is removed. “Safety is our first protocol,” RCMP Cpl Jenkins said. “There’s always a potential for injury when animals are running loose and the officer’s job is to get the animal off the road.” He added they continue to manage the situation as long as the safety threat continues. “Small town policing requires improvisation and sometimes we enlist the aid of the general public or call the SPCA,” Jenkins said. “But ultimately, the responsibility for the livestock lies with the owner and for the most part, owners can be found fairly quickly.” Shawna Spencer, Quesnel SPCA branch manager, said transporting is the big issue when dealing with livestock. “If it’s out in the country, we ask if those who found the animal can hold it until the owner can be located, however, if that isn’t possible, we have a couple of fosters who will take livestock,” she said. Spencer said they often get calls of lost animals and they keep track of the information and try and match it with any found animals. “And if we need it, Alex Fraser Park will hold animals as well,” she said. However, calls to City of Quesnel
and Quesnel SPCA didn’t net the Eyford sisters any assistance with what to do with the two horses now in their custody. Fauna Eyford said they had concerns because they had no history on the horses and were reluctant to move the animals to where other livestock were housed, also they didn’t want the responsibility of someone else’s property. “What if something happened to them while in our care?” she said. “Also it costs to maintain horses and who’s going to cover that?” Having said that, Eyford was quick to add, “but you can’t just turn your back on these horses.” The first night, she moved the animals to Alex Fraser Park and the second night to the family ranch. Eventually, the owners were found and costs were covered. Eyford delivered the two lost horses back to their happy owner. But the question remains what is the protocol for livestock at large in the City of Quesnel? Bylaws cover this question and even dictate that animal control officers have the jurisdiction to seize and impound any animal found at large contrary to the bylaw or any animal on unfenced land and not securely tethered or contained. The bylaw reads: an owner of a farm animal must not cause, allow or permit the animal to be a) at large; b) grazing on unfenced land; or c) moved without a harness or a lead over a highway without a special permit first
being obtained from the City. Farm animals at large carries a fine of $100 under section 11.2 of the Animal Control and Licensing Bylaw #1700. This is in addition to any cost of impounding and maintaining the animal. Bylaw Enforcement Officer Keith Hildebrand said this is a very unusual circumstance and agreed they didn’t have a protocol in place for when livestock is running loose inside the city limits. He said when the city contract with the SPCA is up for renewal, they may possibly add this issue into the new contact. Investigation into this matter shows the first call should be to the local brand inspector, Lisa Larsen. Fauna Eyford called Larsen to acertain if the horses had any identifying marks or brands, but there weren’t any, Larsen said. Ownership Identification Inc. (OII), who employ the brand inspectors throughout the province, has the power to secure and try and identify stray livestock. She advised Eyford to secure the horses at Alex Fraser Park for the first night. “Alex Fraser Park is a designated emergency holding facility as well as a designated transfer facility,” Larsen said. With lost or found livestock, Larsen said she encourages the public to call her. She can then make the quick connection to resolve the situation. But when livestock is not claimed within a reasonable amount of time, OII has the legal obligation to impound the animal and dispose of it, usually through auction. “Most animal owners are anxious to have their livestock returned and I try to resolve this quickly, usually by phone, it’s so much simpler,” Larsen said. She said if both sides of the issue, lost and found animals, were reported first to her, it could save a lot of time and effort. She can be reached at her business, 250-992-9317, her home (Larsen’s husband Wilf is also a fully-licenced brand inspector) 250-992-0093 or her cell, 250-992-0141.
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Cathie Allen and Jim Savage are presenting an art show entitled Rooted at the Quesnel Art Gallery at the Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation Centre through the month of May. The opening of this unique show is May 5, 2 – 4 p.m. right after the first Farmers’ Market of the season. The Wingdam Ramblers, Murray Boal and Bob Campbell, along with Joel Stern will play some great music and the gallery is offering snacks and refreshments all to showcase the great art. Cathie Allen has been producing wonderful works of art for more than 20 years, however this is her first show in Quesnel in a long time. She’s excited about sharing her new works, many of which reflect her lovely garden in watercolours, plus a few surprises and framed prints. “It’s my desire to convey the essence of where the roots come from – these hidden gems of the soil, providing us with both beauty and nutrition,” Allen said. “Voila! We pull the root from the ground and we sustain ourselves through the winter months.” Jim Savage rediscovered visual arts a few years ago after a long pause. This is his first show, so in keeping with the exploratory nature of his re-entry to painting, Savage’s part of the show contains a variety of subject matter in several media (regional landscaps, wildlife, portraits and still life.) Prints of selected pieces will be available. The Quesnel Art Gallery is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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Shave for Relay The annual RCMP headshave on Friday raised $2,000 for Relay For Life. Above: Preston Tucker leaves the fate of his red hair in the hands of Richelle from the Barber Shop; left: Breanna Bardua, 22 months, enjoys her Mr. Mike’s hamburger. For a donation of $20, individuals received a hamburger and a head shave. Annie Gallant photos
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The Quesnel & District Chamber of Commerce would like to thank our members for getting their membership information to us in such a timely fashion. The directory will be back from the printers in May and we will circulate it to our members with their membership cards. The Chamber and Visitor Centre is very pleased to be coordinating a tour of Gibraltar Mines and Xatśūll Heritage Village on May 10, 2012. At our strategic planning session this year we recognized how important the mining economy is becoming for our region and how important it is for our business community to diversify and better understand the potential for this region and this sector. Gibraltar Mines is a copper-molybdenum mine which is located 76.6 km south of Quesnel and is the second largest open pit copper mine in Canada. The mine currently is a 55,000 ton per day operation. When Gibraltar was restarted in 2004, the proven and probable reserves were 149 million tons and the mine life was 12 years. Today, the mine life is 27 years, with proven and probable reserves of 802 million tons. Gibraltar is focused on maintaining the operations as a long-life mine and Taseko has planned for the long-term turning challenges into opportunities. The Gibraltar mine provides substantial economic benefits to the local area by employing in excess of 500 people. Gibraltar Mines has aided their employees living in Quesnel with a bus that runs daily to and from the work site. Along with employing many Quesnel residents Gibraltar Mines also holds several contracts with a variety of businesses in Quesnel adding valuable dollars to our community. The tour will then head to Xatśūll Heritage Village where we will have lunch and experience the culture of the Xatśūll community with a tour of Xatśūll Heritage Village. We will learn about the history of the Secwepemc Nation and their traditional way of life. This will be a great opportunity to view the teepees, winter homes or pit houses (also known as kikule houses), drying/tanning racks, lean-to, sweat house, summer hut, as well as our new covered picnic area and lookout of the Village. Learn about the mighty Fraser River where our ancestors have fished for thousands of years. Tickets are $15.00 each and include lunch. There is limited seating so pick up your tickets and reserve your spot as soon as possible at the Quesnel Visitor Centre (250)992-8716. This is also an opportunity to meet with our experienced travel councillors to plan your summer vacation. Hours of operation are Tuesday-Saturday 9-4. We will move to seven days a week after the May long weekend. The Chamber and Visitor Centre held a very successful tourism stakeholder meeting on April 17th. We have identified new partnerships for tourism packages that we can promote to visitors. If you have ideas on what is unique and special about our region, we welcome your contributions. Our Annual General Meeting will be on May 17th from 11:00-1:00 at the Billy Barker Casino Showroom. We are bringing in a very special speaker Dr. Franzi Ng, who will be presenting “How to Succeed in Any Economy: Overcoming the 10 Classic Business Performance Blocks”. You may read her testimonials at http://drng.net/ HowtoSucceed.htm. Doors will open at 11:00 with lunch served at 11:30. Our AGM will be a 5 minute presentation of our financials and message from the President followed by an hour presentation by our guest speaker. Our elections were held in January. Tickets are $20 and are available at the Visitor Centre.
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LAWN & GARDEN Words of wisdom still wise today Peter Josephy has been giving out gardening advice for more than 55 years. I have a file of all his old articles written for the Observer and Williams Lake Tribune. I thought you would enjoy reading them as the advice is still timely. After nearly 30 years, some things like this question never change; however, some people may not agree that the weather doesn’t…read on.
When to Plant? Peter Josephy Cariboo Observer, Gardening Special 1983
The most often asked question these days at the nursery is, “Is it safe now, to set these plants out in the garden?” Well, like they say here, only fools and newcomer’s predict the weather in the Cariboo, and I have been here since 1951. Some years ago, I looked up the climatic data at the airport, at that time panning 66 years and came up with some interesting notes. For instance, the earliest date for the last killing frost was May 7, and the latest July 11. Which means it was safe to set tomato plants out into the garden after May
7 that particular year, while they would have frozen July the 11 that other year. The longest frost–free period was 144 days, while the shortest was 11 days. Obviously there weren’t too many tender vegetables or flowers around that year, with those 11 days without frost. So what are we to tell our customers? We tell them it’s safe to plant trees, shrubs and perennials, of course. Also, some bedding plants, grown in the greenhouse, but hardened off outside for a while, notably petunias and snapdragons; will take up to five degrees of frosts.
Other plants, such as tomatoes and cucumbers, are better set out later. For those who can’t wait, tender varieties of plants benefit greatly when put under a hot cap, which is a miniature greenhouse. Not only does this protect the plants from freezing, it also makes them grow much faster. The climate is changing, you say? Well, I am a skeptic. To be sure, maybe you better build yourself a greenhouse. Jean Atkinson is a horticulturist with Richbar Golf and Garden and a regular Observer columnist.
Tips for low maintenance gardening Gardening ranks as one of the most popular leisure-time activities in Canada. Even so, most of us have busy schedules and can’t spend the time beautifying our properties that we would like to. This is why low maintenance gardening is catching on in a big way. “Many homeowners want a lawn and garden that requires less labour but still looks well maintained,” Home Hardware’s gardening expert, Mark Cullen said. “With some thoughtful planning, you can create landscapes that demand less upkeep and allow more time to enjoy their beauty with friends and family.” Cullen offers the following tips to create a beautiful low maintenance garden. Proper soil preparation is at the root of your garden’s success and it benefits
from a yearly application of organic matter, such as composted cow or sheep manure. Without it, soil becomes less fertile over time. By adding 2 – 4 centimetres of new organic material in either the spring or fall, you will provide your lawn and garden with nutrients to last all year long. Mulch is the low maintenance gardener’s secret weapon. Among its many benefits, organic mulch will improve the nutrient content of soil, reduce weeding and the need to water, and will protect the soil from temperature fluctuations. Cullen says Home Hardware’s Natura Mulch is a perfect, natural, low maintenance choice.
To save on both water and time, a quality soaker hose, such as the Mark’s Choice Soaker Hose, can be placed in your garden prior to applying mulch to minimize evaporation and gently water
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Even goaltender Bob Mills got in on the action when the Bandits started playing too close to his crease. Jonas Gagnon photos
Crossfire start with a double-barrel weekend Inexperience dampens the spark of first two games JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter Last Thursday, the Crossfire played their franchise opening game against the B.X. Bandits in front of 150 fans. The team quickly followed up on Saturday, April 28, with their first game on the road, in Prince George, against the Mackenzie LumberJax. On Thursday, kids walked the bleachers, cheering for the teams, talking to the players and swung around the lacrosse sticks they brought with them as the players on the bench played a rough game. The fast and fierce game play ended with the Bandits coming out on top, 2610, over the Crossfire. The plethora of physical play also resulted in 182 penalty minutes over the course of the 60 minutes game. Pat Gibbs, captain for the Quesnel team, was happy to finally be out there and playing. “It was a hell of a lot of fun,” said Gibbs. Gibbs did, however, identify one aspect of the team he
wanted to focus on in practice, defence. “We just got to keep on denying those goals.” Particularly good for the Crossfire on Thursday was Chase Jaegr, from Williams Lake, who managed a teamtopping three goals and one assist. James Reid and Ryley Macaulay added four points to the teams score with two goals and an assist for each .Devon Magnuson netted one goal with two assists while Eric Dick and Mitch Maclean rounded out the Crossfire’s goals with one each, with Dick also offering an assist. Both teams came out of the gates early scoring in the game with one a piece within the first few minutes of the game. The tie didn’t last long, as the Crossfire lost it’s footing and went down 1-8 by the end of the first. By the end of the period, the Bandit’s bench was starting to look quite sparse with nearly half the team cooling off in the dressing room or in the penlty box. The first half of the second saw a re-charged Crossfire take advantage of the minor penalties the Bandits were
“We just got to keep on denying those goals.” Pat Gibbs, Capitain
still killing off from the first period. James Reed opened the scoring in the first, going end to end for his first goal of the evening. The teams play stayed close for the first half of the period, with the Crossfire creeping up on the Bandits until a brawl stopped the play in such confusion that the refs needed a few minutes to sort out the penalties. Ejections from the brawl left the Crossfire weaker, allowing the Bandits a ten point run that the Quesnel team wouldn’t be able to recover from. Quesnel didn’t give up despite the deficit and played a competitive third period. The Crossfire went on to play the second newest team in the Prince George Senior Lacrosse Association, the Mackenzie LumberJax. The LumberJax showed their experience, managing
to keep the Crossfire from accumulating too many points, while keeping their own score climbing throughout the game. The game ended in a somewhat disappointing 18-4 in favour of the Jax. James Reid took the lead in Saturday’s game, scoring two goals, with Sam Shore Olson and Dave Magnuson scoring a goal apiece to round out the Crossfire’s goals. With their first two games under their belt, making the team more than just an idea in the minds of the players, Gibbs has his mind set on convincing more players into the box. The next Crossfire game is scheduled for Thursday, May 3, at the Twin Arena, where they will take on the Shooters Pub Devils. If that doesn’t satiate your need for lacrosse, the minor league is starting up this weekend, May 5-6.
Both teams played a rough, high energy game that saw a lot of goals and a lot of time spent in the dressing room and the penalty box.
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Wookies take bounty in soccer tourney JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter A bunch of Wookies proved better than Page’s posse in the final at last weekend’s Mixed Adult League tournament. The Prince George Wolves and Williams Lake Wookies were the top in Pool ‘A’ after round robin play, while the Leak Point Plumbing team, also from Prince George, and Page’s Posse, from Quesnel took the top honours in Pool ‘B.’ The Wookies handily beat the Leaks in their semi-final bout, while the Posse managed to squeeze past the Wolves to make a P.G.-Quesnel final. The Wookies snuck by Page’s Posse after the hard fought final to take the $700 purse on the strength of their penalty kicks. The Wookies zipped out of the gate faster than the Millenium Falcon on the Kessel run in the first half, managing to cut their opponents down to ewok size with a two-nil score at halftime. The posse wasn’t detered and came back in the second half with storm trooper-like efficiency and reeled the Wookies back in as if
with a tractor beam, resulting in a two-all tie at full time. Overtime was more barren than Tattoine, forcing the game to penalty kicks. The Wookies’ tender fended off the Posse’s tie fighters, allowing the single successful penalty kick that forced its way past the deflector shield-like goalie to net them the bounty. The Posse got second place for the tournament, which came with its own $400 perk. Two Prince George teams battled it out for third position. The Wolves and Leak Point Plumbing scrambled hard for the third place purse. The Leaks proved the exact opposite of their name, with a near water-tight defense only leaving room for a single point against. The Wolves were packed up by full time, losing the game 1-6 to the Leaks. Eight teams participated in the tournament. Three of the teams were lured from out of town by the cash prizes, with two coming down from Prince George and one coming up from Williams Lake, while the other five were local teams.
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We do not need a special day To bring you to our minds, The days we do not think of you Are very hard to find. So many things have happened Since you were called away, So many things to share with you Had you been here today. The family ties are broken, And loved ones have to part But Mom and Dad, it leaves an empty place Deep within our hearts. As angels keep their watch in heaven, Through God we let you know, That we down here do not forget, We love and miss you so. Sadly missed, dearly loved and remembered Bonnie, Greg, Danielle, Chris, Cristina & Baby Alia, your Great Granddaughter, you never got to hold.
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he family of Lillian Walker wish to announce her passing on April 22, 2012 in Salmon Arm, B.C. A long time resident of Quesnel, Lil worked at Regal Jewellers for many years before retiring to Salmon Arm with her husband, Bill. Her memory will be forever treasured by Bill, her husband of 64 years; sons, Lorne (Shirley), Bill (Lori), both of Quesnel, B.C.; daughters, Joyce Weber (Russ) of Quesnel, B.C. and Shelley Barrow (Geoff) of Kelowna, B.C.; ten grandchildren and nine greatgrandchildren. Lil was, above all, a genuine lady. To know her was to know the warmth of her smile
and the kindness in her heart. We are all blessed for her presence in our lives. Funeral services will be held at Clayton’s Funeral Directors, 582 Front Street, Quesnel, B.C. on Saturday, May 5 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please honour Lil’s memory by donation to the B.C. Cancer Society, or to a charity of your choice.
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Wednesday, May 2, 2012 Quesnel Cariboo Observer
Help Wanted
SITE ADMIN ASSISTANT
Canadian Tire Canadian Tire Quesnel is looking for Two individuals to work in an Automotive Shop setting who are energetic and Team Oriented One Licensed Automotive Service Technician One Automotive 3rd/4th year Apprentice We offer Competitive Wages. A Great Benefits Package and Profit Sharing. Please Apply w/ Resume to the service dept... 570 Newman Rd. Quesnel B.C.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
The Coast Inn of the North real people.
The Coast Inn of the North is looking for an experienced Human Resources professional to join our team as
To provide general support to the Office Admin team. Must have basic bookkeeping knowledge and experience in Excel spreadsheets & formats, proven ability to work in a fast-paced, multidimensional and demanding work environment, be detail-oriented, organized, flexible with exceptional work ethic and available to work weekends and 12 hr shifts. Fax or email detailed resume and current driver’s abstract to 250-392-4063 or admin@lakeexcavating.com No phone calls please. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
HELP WANTED Glass Installer We are re lo looking ook for an fo n EXPERIENCED INSTALLER to join our team.
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Three years HR generalist experience CHRP Designation (or in progress) Excellent interpersonal skills Experience in recruitment and selection Advanced working knowledge in MS Office
Please submit resume with cover letter to: D. Andrews, General Manager By email: hr@coasthotels.com or fax to (604) 642-4106
Help Wanted
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Our overhead door department is expanding We e are re looking lo ooking fo for an an EXP RIENCED INSTALLER to join our team.
Project Coordinator Development of Wheelchair Accessible Wilderness Trails The Cariboo Regional District is requesƟng expressions of interest and proof of qualiĮcaƟons from potenƟal project coordinators to coordinate the development of wheelchair accessible wilderness trails in the Cariboo ChilcoƟn. The project will entail adapƟng at least 14 regional priority trails in rural communiƟes, including the 108 Mile Ranch, Lac La Hache, Kosta’s Cove (Ten Mile Lake), HorseŇy, the 100 Mile DemonstraƟon Forest, Gavin Lake, the Interlakes Community Hall wetland, Alexis Creek, Blessing’s Grave site, Stanley Cemetery site, Likely, Hallis Lake, Churn Creek Protected Area, Russet Bluī and the Bouchie Lake area. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Complete informaƟon regarding this Call for Expressions of Interest can be found on the Cariboo Regional District website at www.cariboord.bc.ca. QuesƟons regarding this Call for Expressions of Interest may be directed to Darron Campbell, Manager of Community Services, at 250-392-3351 or dcampbell@cariboord.bc.ca. SUBMISSIONS: Expressions of Interest may be submiƩed up to 3:30 pm on Monday, May 21, 2012.
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JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN required immediately for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. Proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship a must. Excellent wage and benefit package. Contact Pat - phone 250-832-8053, fax 250-8324545, email: pat@brabymotors.com.
Looking for Dangler operator and skidder operator for full time work in Quesnel area. Camp job. Experience necessary. Fax: resume to 250-9925807. or call 250-983-2849. PT Permanent Dish Washer. Serious applicants only. Apply at Penisola Ristorante. River Rock Pub & Restaurant in Quesnel, BC is hiring a fulltime Indian Cook. 3 yrs experience is required, must have knowledge of making Indian dishes like Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, Veg. Curries, Naan, Rice, etc. Salary would be $14/hr with 40 hrs/wk. Knowledge of hindi or punjabi is an asset. Interested applicants email their resume to riverrock@telus.net. SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES Panorama Mountain Village is looking to fill a variety of summer positions. To see full job descriptions and apply go to www.panoramaresort.com/ employment Tim Horton’s is now hiring part time students and full time permanent staff. Apply at 685 Newman Rd. Traffic Control (flagger) 2 day classes Williams Lake May 12/13 New $270 Renew $165 tx incl call 1-866-7372389 www.roadsafteytcs.com Ulysses Restaurant is looking for cooks & waitresses. Apply in person with resume to 122 Barlow Ave.
MINE SITE SAFETY CO-ORDINATOR To provide support to the site Admin. Assistant and Work Crew. Safety related experience, knowledge in work site hazards assessments, safety meetings and safety requirements for day to day operations necessary. Detailed resumes including qualifications, past work experience, current driver’s abstract and references are required. Please fax resume to 250-392-4063 or email to: admin@lakeexcavating.com No phone calls please. Only successful applicants will be contacted. We’re on the net at www.bcclassified.com
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QUESNEL FAMILY OPTOMETRIC CENTER 455 McLean St. 250-992-5417
Optometric Management Position Available Quesnel Family Optometric Center is looking for an energetic, inspiring and dedicated individual to join our team. Requirements: - Must be fashion oriented. - Must have good communication and telephone skills, - be well organized, - able to multi-task and be efficient, - be good in decision making and problem solving. We are looking for an individual who is able to work independently with minimal supervision in a team atmosphere. Job description; your main responsibilities includes running the office, but not limited to: - Learning all office (optometric) positions including receptionist, dispensing, pre-testing and other related testing. - Board management, working with product sales reps. - Some account receivable and payable, month-end related tasks. - Staff scheduling. - Learn company products, policies, procedures and Human resources. Sales experience and office management skills are an asset, however, we will train qualified candidate. There will be opportunities for professional growth through continuing education courses. If you enjoy selling quality products and interacting with people of all ages, this position is for you.
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Duties: - New & Used Vehicle Detail - Lot Maintenance Required: - Positive attitude - B.C. Drivers license - Willing to learn
NURSES, Care Aides, Home Cleaners - Bayshore Home Health is hiring casual, on-call RNs, LPNs, certified care aides and experienced home cleaners. If you are: empathetic; personable; possess an outstanding work ethic; a “can do” attitude; a passion for superior client service, and a reliable vehicle, forward your resume to shgeekie@bayshore.ca.
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Benefits: - Full time / company benefits Forward resume to: ddowney@caribooford.com or deliver to Cariboo Ford, Attention: Sales Manager
RNS - Bayshore Home Health is recruiting casual on-call nurses. Assessment, supervision, foot care, IV drug therapy or training experience preferred. Weekday afternoon availability ideal. Competitive salary and benefits. Resumes and references to shgeekie@bayshore.ca.
Trades, Technical AUTOMOTIVE Technician Required for North Vancouver Island GM Dealer. Full time. Wage Benefits pkg. Competitive wage with bonus plan. Great small town to bring up a family. email resume to admin@klassengm.com
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CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780-444-7103. john@raidersconcrete.com.
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Quesnel School District
Employment Opportunity - Electrician The Quesnel School District is currently seeking applications for a permanent Electrician position in the Maintenance Department. This position is 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday) 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Successful applicants would become members of CUPE Local 4990 Required Knowledge, Education, Ability and Skills include: ( Grade 12 completion ( Certifification (BCTQ) ( Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license ( Current experience and skill in the electrical trade ( Knowledge and experience in the maintenance and repair of fire and security systems, multi-zone heating systems and air conditioning. ( Excellent communication skills when dealing with staff, students and the public ( Medically fit to carry out the responsibilities of the position ( Must be able to provide own hand tools ( Experience in the following areas will be considered an asset; repair of small equipment, LAN wiring, computer literate, DDC, phone systems, PA and sound system All applications are to include a covering letter, resume, names of at least 3 supervisory/ professional references, supporting documents (e.g. confirmation of Grade 12 completion, relevant post secondary certificates, diplomas and transcripts, certifications). Applications are to be submitted to the undersigned no later than 4:00 p.m., Monday, May 14, 2012: Randy Curr, Director of Instruction - Human Resources 401 North Star Road, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 5K2 Fax: (250)992-0435 Email: margaretpetsul@sd28.bc.ca Please direct enquiries 250-992-0407. The District appreciates the interest of all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Quesnel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Administrative Support Assistant Babcon Industries is accepting resumes for the position of Administrative Support Clerk for full time employment, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Qualifications: Attention to detail critical, Organizational skillsa mist, Excellent knowledge of Excel, Word, Internet and Email, Minimum 2 years previous office experience, Adapt well to very busy work environment. Preference will be given for previous of familiarity with Quick Books. Please email your resume with cover letter to vedababcon.c, or deliver in person to Babcon Industries, Attention Veda at 2240 Campbell Cres. before April 27, 2012. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
MILLWRIGHT Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Inc., an innovative leader in the BC feed industry, located in Abbotsford, BC has an immediate opening for a millwright with a 3rd class Power Engineering ticket. Previous maintenance experience is an asset. Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest and resume, including references to: Operations Manager Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Inc. 33777 Enterprise Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 7T9 Fax: 604-859-7011 Email: rsfeeds@rsfeeds.net
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FIRST AID, COMPUTER & WORKSAFE COURSES OFA Level 1: May 1, May 12, 26 • 8 am - 5 pm, $95 OFA Level 3 (2 week course): May 7, June 4 • 7:30 am - 4 pm, $695 H2S: May 18 • 8 am- 2:30 pm, $280 Transportation Endorsement: May 13 • 8 am - 5 pm, $120 Foodsafe: May 26 • 8 am - 5 pm, $70
Wanted: Part Time Level 1 & Transportation Endorsement Instructor. Must have held Level 3 Certificate for at least 1 year. Will Train. Please Call Kevin at 250-983-6902 2011/2012 Programs are now posted on our website! 250-983-6900 or www.sd28.bc.ca Are you 19 to 100+ years of age and want your Grade 12 Graduation?…come see us at Helen Dixon Centre, 241 Kinchant Street, Quesnel Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday - 9 am to 7:30 pm Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 am - 4 pm, Friday 8 am - 1 pm
DISPERSAL AUCTION May 26, 2012 Saturday @ 10:00 a.m. Topley, BC. @ Topley Garage, Hwy 16 & Junction Hwy 118 to Granisle Sale Conducted on behalf of Henry Van Der Weil & others. Sale will start off with Horse & Tack, followed by Antiques and a large coin collection. VEHICLES etc: Yukon chainsaw sawmill, Okanogan 5th Wheel, 2005 Ford Freestar Sport 4.3, 4 door Mini van, 2008 Ford F250 Super duty 4x4 Super cab w/new tires & canopy, 2007 F350 Super duty 4x4 crew cab diesel w/new tires & spray on bed liner, 1972 Triumph Spit Fire convertible, 2002 diesel 2.4 l Toyota Hilux Surt SSR-G right hand steering (38x15.5x15” tires), 1984 Yamaha Tri-Z ATV, 800 ATV w/ winch, BF Good wrench 265/70R/17” tires w/ Ford 8 bolt rims (2 sets), misc. used tires good shape, Johnson 10 HP boat motor. TOOL & EQUIPMENT: New welding rods & grinding discs, Aw32 hydraulic oil, chain saws, Poulan 2150, Husky 2150, Husky 371xpg, Cantec 6.5 gas water pump CT200, Cantec CT80CLC air cooled diesel water pump, 2 & 12 ton hydraulic jacks, riveters, levels, new & used cordless drills & skill saws, Rona table saw, Geotop C20C Automatic level w/ 2 tripod stands, pressure washer gun kit, HD furniture trolly, Rockwell Beaver 10” bandsaw, Beaver table saw on stand, Lincoln wire feed welder, Ingersoll Rand upright 60 gal air compressor, Speedair air compressor, Coleman Powermate 2500, Honda CX34 11hp power unit, Makita grinders, rolling toolboxes, socket drives, torque wrenches, air tools, wrenches, 23 - 16x2x4 trusses. HOUSEHOLD: Solid oak table & chairs, loveseat, sectional sofa, bunk bed w/ mattresses, Maple bedroom suite, Pine end table, Citizen TV w/ dvd, coffee table w/ brass accents, 3 drawer dresser, table & chairs, lamps, zero clearance mantle electric fireplace, Kenmore washer & dryer, Igloo bar fridge, paintings, upright Kenmore freezer (new), hot/cold stainless steel 40 tray catering cart, hot water tank, Weider weight machine, fish smoker, Big Gar wood stove, Ivy Cabin wood cook stove, small 2 door wood stove, Techniflame pellet stove, pewter & brass items, violins & guitar, Memorex antique syling radio/cassette/CD player, many misc. household items, 8” computerized Colestoron telescope. ANTIQUES: Oil lanterns & lamps, antique table & chairs, Missionary desk, Oak sideboard, Mahogany mirrored dresser, cast iron kettles, Pine mirror & night stand, green marble top hall stand w/ barley twist legs, 40 yr. old never fired 30-30 Winchester Rifle Sioux Carbine (engraved). HORSES & TACK: Black/white Pinto mare, Blue Roan gelding, black QH gelding, saddles, headstalls, halters, breast collars, antique pack saddle, reins, foldable saddle racks, misc. other tack. COIN COLLECTION: Nice 150 lot coin collection, don’t miss it! Consignments welcome! This is an excellent sale and all Goods are in very good condition. For out of town buyers there is local restaurant & accommodations, please contact Whispering Pines Motel (250) 696-3353. Condition of sale terms: Cash & Check with Identification, sorry no Credit cards. Items are As Is Condition ~ Not responsible for accidents. There will be a Concession on Site. Any question Please Contact: Mike Steinebach @
(250) 694-3497 Cell (250) 692-6107 or Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 Cell (250) 570-2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net & Website www.mikesauction.net Watch future papers for a complete listing
COMPLETE TOOL & EQUIPMENT DISPERSAL AUCTION June 2, 2012 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Ft St James, BC. Hwy 16 & Junction Hwy 27. Drive into Ft St James, follow signs thru town. 4 km on Germanson North Road Sale Conducted on behalf of Mr. & Mrs. Bill Tuck & others. VEHICLES etc: 2 man self contained camp on skids, 8 liter BMW, 5 ton service truck, Bluebird 72 seat bus on factory propane, variety of late model Ford diesel trucks, 98 GMC 1/2 ton 4x4, 2 electric 3 wheel handicap carts, 5HP Craftsman roto tiller, 2 person go cart. 4 - 17” tires for Toyota pickup. MARINE: 16 ft. fiberglass boat, 70 HP Johnson boat motor, boat trailer, 30 commercial prawn traps, 2 new Dawa halibut rods. TOOLS: Makita 5 & 8” grinders, Hitachi 8” grinders, impact tools 3/8”-1”, electric jack hammer, Hilti drills & hammer drills, air greaser & luber, 3/4 & 1” drive socket, 600 lb. torque wrench, 1 & 1 3/4” drive multiplier set, torque wrenches, power tools, air / brad nailers, 12.5 & 18v rechargeable drills, 3/8”-1/2” metric & standard socket sets, lg. slide hammer, cord & rechargeable hand power tools, 2 - 10” Rockwell miter saw, hydraulic 2 1/2” pipe bender w/ dies, tap & die sets, pipe stand & threader, wheel sockets & seal drivers, multiple open & box end wrenches, 1-1 1/2, 2-3 & 6 ton com-a-longs. EQUIPMENT: 10x10x20 portable garage, 6000 lb. HD engine hoist on wheels, 2 HP compressors, Hilti drills & hammer drills, 200 Lincoln gas welder, 1200 liter lube oil dispenser (full of 15/40 oil), multiple roll away tool boxes, tire machine, bead blaster, air conditioner equip., 2 vac pumps, 10 & 20 ton porta power kit, parts washer, quad jack, electric fuel pumps, double walled 100 gal used oil tank, Acetylene torches & hoses, 2 new shallow well pumps, sand blaster, 6 - 3 ton floor jacks, 2 - 3500 lb. transmission jacks, multiple ext. cords, 5 gas powered water pumps, 2 - 6500 gensets (gas & electric start, low hrs.), new 3000 gen set, 8 1/2HP wheeled Honda pressure washer, 3500psi pressure washer, 18Hp 3500psi pressure steam cleaner, up to 2 1/2” metric & standard dies hydraulic hose press, Rockwell lg drill press (variable speed), 2HP bench grinder, 4 industrial shop vacs, 3 pickup headache racks w/ side rails, 40# full forklift propane tanks, 4 warn winches, 2 - 99 channel ICom programmable radios w/ charger, helmets size s-2xl, 1st aid equip. SUPPLIES: Lg qty of brass, pipe & hydraulic fittings, pallets of new & used truck parts, multiple trays of snap rings, o-rings, screws, rivets, keyways, side, rear & front windshield for Peterbuilt, alternator, starter, fan hubs, pulleys for Cummings motor, new cam shafts, auto & manual slacks, plastic air line fittings, cinches, wrappers & cable for logging trucks, metal cabinets & filing cabinets, bolt bins (full of bolts), lg qty truck parts back up, tail & head lights, wiring, log trailer parts, 8’6” axel, truck parts seals, drive lines, scale equip, bearings, brake shoes, drums, lowbed chains & cinches, body work equip, sanders, new spray & paint guns, welding rods, grinding discs HOUSEHOLD & MISC: 26 sheets of 3/4”-7’6” granite counter tops w/ 4” back splash. Consignments welcome! Approx. 2000 lot Sale. If you would like to consign large farm / logging equip or vehicles please contact Mikes Auction. Please note that we cannot take any small items at this already large sale. Condition of Sale Terms: Cash & Check with Identification, sorry No Credit cards. Items are As Is Condition ~ Not responsible for accidents. There will be a Concession on Site. Any question Please Contact:
Mike Steinebach @ (250) 694 - 3497 or Cell (250) 692-6107 or (250) 692 - 9752 Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 or Cell (250) 570- 2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net & Website www.mikesauction.net Watch future papers for a complete listing
Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Garage Sales
Apt/Condo for Rent
Multi- Family Big Yard Sale Many useful items for inside & out. May 1 to May 6 Rain or shine 10am to 6pm . 1095 Kuperschmidt Rd off Marsh
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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. DIY STEEL Building deals! Many sizes and models. Make an offer on clearance buildings today and save thousands of dollars. Free brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170. 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. ONE STOP shopping, get a million different products here. High quality, 20% less than Walmart, vitamins, health, nutrition, cosmetics, jewelry, cleaners, soaps, shampoos, guaranteed; tonyspacil.ca. SAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT
Table saw $50.00 , Doors $5.00 ea, Lawnmower $30.00, Baby bugie $20.00 , Kids car seat $5.00, wide mouth quart jars $4.00 doz, Sewing machine in cabinet 2 drawers $ 20.00 Call 250-992-7810 Wood wine rack with drawer and 4 doz new wine bottles $20.00 - Wood book stand 4 shelves $20.00 - Wood folding doors $5.00 - Double stainless steel sink $20.00 Call 250 992-7810 or 250-9925030
Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic, Gold & Silver Coins. Call Chad 250-863-3082 Wanted 8’ long box canopy for Chev. truck. 250-747-8543 WANTED: Old lever action Winchester & Marlin rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
Apartments 1 Bdrm. - $525 + 2 Bdrm. - $600 + 3 Bdrm. - $700 + No Parties, No Pets References Required
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Apartments Bachelor - $500 + 1 Bdrm. - $525 + 2 Bdrm. - $600 + No parties, No Pets References Required 575 Doherty Drive
250-992-1195 Commercial/ Industrial
For lease 1378 sq ft commercial space in Anderson Mall. Avail May 1 (250)983-9938
Duplex / 4 Plex North Quesnel - Wilson st close to park 1 bdrm , 650 sq ft N/S , new building owner available May 1 st $625.mo - 6 mo lease call 250-255-7647
Homes for Rent HORSE LAKE Waterfront - 3 BDRM House, avail immediately. No smoking. No large dogs. Small pets negotiable. References & damage deposit req’d. Contact Nancye, 250395-2684, cell# 250-706-1406. Small 2 bdrm house. $695/mo. Call (250)992-5113.
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FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS
Sporting Goods USED GOLF CARTS, excellent condition, with warranties. Call to view. 250-395-4775.
35 ft 5th Wheel 2 slides, sleeps 4, central vac., entertainment center, air, loads of storage, awning, fully loaded Stored inside in winter.
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5 acre tree lot , 68’ x 12’ trailer 16’ x 32’ shop / (2) 10’ x 16’ sheds . 15 mins from Quesnel city centre $90,000 call 250992-7114
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1bdrm bsmt suite suitable for mature, n/s, working person or couple. Utilities incl. N/p, references required (250)747-1434
Apt/Condo for Rent
Townhouses
WOODGROVE MANOR
FOR RENT IN QUESNEL
1241 Lark Avenue Located in the desirable Uplands area Spacious 2 bdrm, 2 bath suites Free Hot Water FROM $600/mo Quiet. Secure. Clean. Seniors and families welcome.
Call Shawna
250•992•7868 Members of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program
References required. FIR Crest Apartments - 1 & 2 bdrm suites, North Quesnel. N/P, no parties. (250)992-6593/(250)992-5597
3 bdrm. / 2 level / fresh paint Quiet family twnhouses. Close to schools & shops. From $525/mth.
Call Tim at 992-7748 RENOVATED COMPLEX 3 levels, 2 & 3 bdrm. townhouses, 1.5 baths. Starting @ $600/mo. Best deal in Quesnel. 655 Anderson Ave. Small dogs negotiable. No parties. On site caretaker. Call: (250)992-6103.
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Cars - Domestic For sale 2001 Honda Civic LX 53,000 km $7,000 250-991-8841 For Sale 2002 Chev. Malibu Runs well - no rust 2 sets of rims & tires $1,800 250-983-8656
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Boats
Open Houses
2002 Adventurer Camper 810S for short box truck
$9,800
2006 Ford Mustang 4 ltre V6- 210 H.P. Auto. Leather 49000kms. Winter stored. Red with grey intr. A1 cond. $12,500.00 250-747-1005
2009 Kawasaki EX250 Ninja Black in colour approx 2430 km. Excellent condition. $4500 250-747-3783
Recreational/Sale
4HERE S MORE TO LOSE THAN JUST 1702 CRYSTAL ST.
6 bedrooms + den on Dragon Lake Saturday, May 5th, 1 pm to 3 pm Asking $549,000. Call 250-747-2511 or Cell 250-991-2520
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BIG FOOT Sightings! New 2012 Bigfoot Campers have arrived only at Mike Rosman RV! 1-800-667-0024 www.rosmanrv.com For Sale NEWMAN DUTCH STAR class A. motorhome.2002 1/2 40ft 350 cummins diesel with E brake, 6 sp Allison trans, 49 k miles, 3 slides, air ride&brakes, ask for line sheet & pictures, price $90,000. small trade in accepted.Ph 250-747-1014 cell 250991-8745 aematula@hotmail.com
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE Application for a Permit Amendment Under The Provisions of the Environmental Management Act
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I, Ross MacLean, General Manager of Gibraltar Mines Ltd., PO Box 130 McLeese Lake, BC, V0L 1P0, intend to submit this amendment application to the Director to amend Permit PE416, issued July 13, 1971 and last amended April 29, 2011 which authorizes the discharge of efuent and tailings from a copper-molybdenum mine and mill complex to a tailings storage facility and the Gibraltar East Pit.
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The land upon which the facility is situated is DL3728 (PID – 015-074-994), located near McLeese Lake, BC, within the Cuisson Creek watershed. The land upon which the discharge occurs is mineral claims HY 5 and HY 9-16 and Mining Leases described as Lot 3596, 3597, 3601, 3602, 3705, and 3706 within the Cariboo Mining Division located near McLeese Lake, within the Cuisson Creek watershed.
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Gibraltar Mine is adding a second bulk concentrator to the processing infrastructure at the Gibraltar Mine. As a consequence of increasing mill capacity, it is necessary to increase the authorized rate of tailings discharge to the tailings storage facility from 100,000 m3/day to an annual average of 200,000 m3/day. Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed amendment and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant, with a copy to the Regional Manager, Environmental Protection at Ste. 400 – 640 Borland Street, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 4T1. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record. Dated this 21st day of April, 2012.
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Legal Notices NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of Deanna Virginia Keis, deceased, late of 544 Callanan Street, Quesnel, BC are hereby required to send them duly verified to the excecutor, Debbie Matthews, 706 Callis Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 6S3, on or before June 2, 2012, after which time the assets of the said estate will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.
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Contact person: Todd Wambolt, Senior Environmental Engineer Telephone No.: (250) 992-1800 Ext. 359
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE Application for a Permit Amendment Under The Provisions of the Environmental Management Act I, Ross MacLean, General Manager of Gibraltar Mines Ltd., PO Box 130 McLeese Lake, BC, V0L 1P0, intend to submit this amendment application to the Director to amend Permit PA-01595, issued September 22, 1972 and last amended May 17, 2011 which authorizes the discharge of particulate matter from a copper-molybdenum mine and mill complex to the atmosphere. The land upon which the facility is situated and the discharge occurs is DL3728 (PID – 015074-994), located near McLeese Lake, BC. Gibraltar Mine has announced its Gibraltar Development Plan 3 (GDP3) which will increase Gibraltar’s nominal milling capacity from 55,000 short dry tons/day (sdt/d) to 85,000 sdt/d. The GDP3 Project utilizes the existing site primary crushers, modernizes the mine’s original coarse ore handling system and installs a second concentrator circuit (consisting of a SAG mill / Ball mill grinding circuit and associated otation equipment) adjacent to the existing concentrator. In addition, a new molybdenum otation circuit will be constructed and housed in its’ own building to replace the existing molybdenum circuit which is housed inside the existing concentrator. These changes to the Gibraltar facilities necessitate that the air emissions permit be amended to include the new and modiďŹ ed infrastructure as well as remove the air emission points which the project will make redundant. Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed amendment and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant, with a copy to the Regional Manager, Environmental Protection at Ste. 400 – 640 Borland Street, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 4T1. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record. Dated this 21st day of April, 2012.
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Contact person: Todd Wambolt, Senior Environmental Engineer Telephone No.: (250) 992-1800 Ext. 359
1.) CCBAC Manager Summary of Function: Includes: Managing the day-to-day operations of the CCBAC in concert with the policies and directives of the CCBAC Board; organizing, facilitating and supporting CCBAC meetings; developing and implementing Mountain Pine Beetle (MPB) mitigation projects; providing oversight and guidance to other CCBAC contractors; and ďŹ nancial management responsibilities as delegated by the Board. 2.) CCBAC Administrative Coordinator Summary of Function: Includes: Organizing CCBAC Board meetings; taking and circulating Board meeting minutes; managing CCBAC correspondence; managing CCBAC website content; and undertaking project management duties as delegated by the CCBAC manager and Board. Interested applicants must submit a completed RFP Response Package electronically via e-mail to: Lisa. Young@gov.bc.ca NO LATER THAN 4PM MAY 17, 2012. RFP RESPONSE PACKAGE MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: 1. A Completed Position Questionnaire (attached to the full Position Descriptions) 2. A current Resume 3. A List of three contract/employment references with telephone contact information Full position descriptions and copies of the Position Questionnaires are available on the CCBAC website at www.c-cbac.com CCBAC thanks all applicants but only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.