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Three men charged in marijuana bust AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter RCMP raided a Quesnel rural residence, confiscating more than 2,500 marijuana plants, worth $2.5 million, and located three men hiding in the walls. Last Tuesday the North District Integrated Marijuana Enforcement Task Force (NDIME) members of the Quesnel RCMP, Williams Lake RCMP and Prince George Police Dog Services executed a search warrant at a rural residence on Rainbow These ballasts were part of the seizure on RainRoad. RCMP entered the resi- bow Road. They are used in the operation of inContributed photos dence and located a large tense grow lights. marijuana grow operation. The residence did not have truck on the property which was any furniture and the entire build- being used to transport materials ing was being used solely for the to support the marijuana grow purpose of producing marijuana. operation.” This drug seizure had a an esPolice searched the residence timated street value of $2.5 miland at first were unable to locate lion. any suspects. The three males aged 34, 35, With the help of police dog and 37, are facing charges of pro“Baron” a perimeter search of duction of a controlled substance the property was conducted but the police dog showed no indica- and possession for the purpose of tion of a track leading away from trafficking. All three males reside in the the residence. lower mainland. Police were then confident that They were released from custhe suspects were still inside the building. RCMP located three tody with a promise to appear in adult males hiding in a secret court on a later date. This investigation is part of the compartment between two walls Marijuana Grow Initiative, the within the residence. “RCMP seized 2,591 plants in RCMP’s national strategy to comvarious stages of growth, along bat marijuana grow operations, with related growing equipment,” and the organized crime groups North District Media Relations running them in communities. For information on the NationOfficer, Cst. Lesley Smith said. al Anti-Drug Strategy, visit www. “Police also seized a pick up nationalantidrugstrategy.gc.ca
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Supermoon over Quesnel Saturday night wasn’t just another moonlit night. The phenomenon of a supermoon lit the night sky and dazzled viewers. As the moon appeared over the horizon, it was the closest to earth, about 6,000 kilometres closer than normal and created an illusion of a super-sized, extra-bright celestial body. This photo was taken about 2 a.m. through a maze of trees.
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City installs drainage system on West Side some detours off portions of Abbott Drive, Stork Avenue and Hawk Street. The city’s contractor will do its best to minimize inconvenience for motorists, pedestrians and local residents. The city thanks its residents for their patience as this critical investment is made in the West Quesnel Land Stability study area. The work is expected to take six to eight weeks to complete. The estimated cost for this part of the project is $231,400 (plus HST), plus an additional $100,000 from the 2012 capital budget for paving once it’s complete.
The 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
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Forum slated Quesnel teachers are hosting a public forum to discuss the future of public education in Quesnel in light of recent legislation. The Future of Public Education in Quesnel Forum will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion May 30, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. with refreshments
provided. The forum will examine the new Bills 22 and 36 and the implications for schools and students. The forum will deal with issues ranging from class size, composition and funding to school calendars and year round schooling. The forum will
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Another significant portion of the West Quesnel Land Stability dewatering program started Monday. Quesnel’s Mass Construction is installing a new storm water drainage system on Stork Avenue and Hawk Street. Currently, the upper Abbott storm water system drains into a low-lying treed area west of Crane Avenue. This project will link that storm drain system to the lower Abbott system. This will remove storm water from the West Quesnel Land Stability study area. Residents should be prepared for some localized traffic delays, as well as
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The Quesnel Farmers’ Market opened for business Saturday on the Helen Dixon grounds and customers flocked to the many booths where they found fresh produce, valueadded products, bedding plants, perennials, food on the go, handicrafts and information booths. Some customers were surprised, and some displeased, with the new rule of no dogs on the grounds, however, vendors patiently explained why the market board of directors decided to invoke the new policy citing unruly dogs, dog fights, undisciplined animals and, possibly the most persuasive argument, the impact on food booths. Regardless, the policy is here to stay.
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NEWS
CNC balances budget
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Issues four layoff notices The CNC board of governors approved a balanced budget for 2012/13 during its regularly scheduled meeting Friday. The operating fund budget projects $48 million in revenues and expenses, with a surplus of $24,690. The college’s balanced operating budget includes: reallocation of unused budget amounts in a number of areas; inclusion of additional and deferred revenues; non-replacement of some vacant fulltime administrative, faculty and staff positions; a two per
cent tuition increase; and reductions to expenditures for equipment. “There will be no suspensions or cancellations of existing services or programs,� CNC President John Bowman said. “The impact on students and the community will be very minimal.� The college will be consolidating low enrolment class sections, reducing low enrolment courses and will find savings through improved scheduling. Several early retirement and
“There will be no suspensions or cancellations of existing services or programs. The impact on students and the community will be very minimal.� John Bowman, CNC
voluntary severance packages and adjusted workload assignments have been granted. “Unfortunately, it has been necessary
to issue four layoff notices to faculty members, two of which have options for a reduced workload. All four could also be rescinded before they come into effect on July 31,� Bowman said. The college had been projecting a $2.3-million budget shortfall for next year, if nothing was done to address rising expenses and declining revenues and funding. Colleges are required by provincial legislation to plan for a balanced budget every year.
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Calling all coin collectors Currently on a global tour, the International Coin Collectors (ICC) is visiting the Gold Pan City, May 8 – 12, at the Billy Barker Casino. The show runs 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday. The ICC is purchasing coins, paper currency, gold and silver on behalf of their global network of collectors, dealers and refineries. This event is free and open to the public. “We hope to spend at least $250,000 while we are in town, purchasing people’s old coin collections, vintage bank notes and scrap gold and silver,” ICC spokesman Dennis Couts said. “It’s been all over the news – gold and silver are trading
at record highs – and people everywhere are scrambling to cash in. “We buy a lot of class rings, mismatched earrings and broken necklaces. Just a small handful of gold can add up to hundreds of dollars very quickly. “Old coins are also very valuable. An ultra-rare 1894 S Barber dime sold for a whopping $1.9 million in 2007. We recently paid $120,000 for a coin collection in North Carolina and even $300 for a single penny in Georgia. I encourage everyone to clean out their drawers, lock boxes, jewelry boxes and bring their items to our show for a free evaluation and perhaps walk out a little rich.”
Traveling from small towns to large cities, the ICC hosts hundreds of events each year where local residents are encouraged to bring in their precious metals, old coins and paper money to earn extra cash. While meeting one-on-one with each guest, the ICC specialists review, research and evaluate the items and will make an offer to purchase all gold and silver coins made before 1965 and paper money printed prior to 1934. The amount offered depends on the silver or gold content, the collectability, the rarity and the condition of the items. If the guest decides to accept the offer made, a check will be issued on the spot.
Conservation cautions off-roaders irresponsible off-roading with ORVs, motorcycles or 4x4s, sometimes referred to as mud bogging, disrupts the ecological foundation of B.C.’s natural areas. In sensitive sites, the damage can be catastrophic. Violation tickets for mud bogging are $575 and other penalties may include towing
or impoundment of vehicles, jail time and expenses related to habitat restoration. The public are encouraged to report suspicious activities and environmental damage to the province’s toll-free, 24 hour Report All Poachers and Polluters – RAPP – line at 1-877-952-RAPP (7277) or from a cell phone *7277.
Do you have any pioneer stories? Or do you know of a pioneer the Observer should feature? If so e-mail editor@quesnelobserver.com. Your opinion is The Observer is looking for something we pioneer feature ideas and is always want to seeking community suggestions hear. Email or call 250-992-2121 and ask for Autumn MacDonald
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Quesnel conservation officers are reminding offroaders to use caution during “mud-bogging” season. As the weather improves and camping season starts to get underway, more people will head out to responsibly enjoy the forests and range lands for recreational purposes. Unfortunately,
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COMMUNITY Branch #94 Quesnel Legion Presents
LEGION LIFESTYLES SHOW Home, Auto, Recreation, Ranching Fri. May 11, 4 - 8pm, Sat. May 12, 10am- 6pm, Sun. May 13, 10am - 4pm OPENING CEREMONIES FRIDAY AT 6:00 PM
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Quilt Show features local awardwinning quilter, Judy Crannis Award-winning quilter, Judy Crannis, is the featured artist at the Quilters’ Guild Pieceful Pleasures show, slated for the Mother’s Day weekend, May 12 – 13 at CNC/UNBC’s North Cariboo Community Campus in Quesnel. The Quesnel Quilters’ Guild is a diverse group of nearly 50 members, covering all ages and abilities, who meet regularly to talk fabric and practice the art of quilting. Small annual shows at the local gallery are augmented every three years by a major show, such as this year’s return to the Quesnel campus. As a backdrop, the concrete, glass and steel of the campus at the college/university facility contrasts beautifully with the stunning hues and textures of a myriad of quilted wall art. In addition, visitors to the
show can take in the merchants mall, raffle quilt, door prizes and a visit to the tea room. In addition, the handiwork of guild members will be displayed and celebrated, along with Judy Crannis’ quilt exhibit. Crannis is already a distinguished quilt make in Canada, yet this B.C. artist never ceases exploring, experimenting and creating with her chosen art form. “If I’m not physically working on a piece, I’m planning, visualizing or shopping for the next one,” she said. Although quick to credit all those talented quilters who she learned from, Crannis is also an instructor herself, leading many fabric art classes in many communities around the Cariboo. Crannis has won awards for
her quilts across Canada and continues to create her unique works. Pieceful Pleasures features more than 100 works of art by members of the Quesnel Quilters’ Guild. From large to small the works utilize all types of patterns – paper pieces, raw edge applique, traditional quilting and some art quilts. Some are hand quilted while others are machine or longarm quilted, and some are embellished with applique, beads, ribbon, buttons, etc. and even more demonstrate other fascinating techniques. There’s a Viewer’s Choice ballot for visitors to vote for their favourite quilt as well. The show runs from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday and 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday.
12th annual neighbourhood garage sale set for Saturday North Quesnel Neighbourhood annual block garage sale is slated for May 12 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. For the past 12 years, the 300 block of McNaughton Avenue
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LOAD RESTRICTIONS LIFTED Load Restrictions put in place on March 12 will be lifted effective midnight Sunday, May 6, 2012. All roads and streets within City limits will be at 100% legal axle loading. If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 250-9926330.
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Depending on what the asset is, it may be depreciated over a period of 1 year (e.g. computer software) to 25 years (e.g. heating equipment).
The City of Quesnel's Safety Committee would like to remind motorists that the City's construction, parks and gardening crews are now out in full force. Motorists are reminded that they will encounter slow moving equipment, so please be patient. The gardening crews maintain flowerbeds along some of our busiest streets in Quesnel, so it is important to SLOW DOWN in these areas. As well, construction crews are repairing streets and sidewalks throughout the City so PLEASE OBEY ANY TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS or FLAG PEOPLE. Our Safety Committee would like to thank you in advance for your cooperation and we hope you have a safe and enjoyable summer.
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Kelly Edye, right, owner of Fountain Tire has stepped up his support of Relay For Life to the supporter level pledging $2,000 to the Canadian Cancer Society fundraiser and RFL organizer,Cathy Briggs, left, couldn’t be happier.
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Seniors’ Care identifies five areas of concern
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bout 51 seniors attended the Seniors Care meeting at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 94 in Quesnel April 19. Chairman Peter Nielsen thanked the Legion for providing the venue for our meetings and for everyone turning out. From the previous two meetings, Nielsen and a small committee found seniors to be very concerned about five main issues here in our community. They are senior’s housing, residential and home care, hospital and health care, transportation, and driver’s licence. Adam Schann of MLA Bob Simpson’s
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office spoke about the DriveAble program and is looking at circulating a petition on behalf of DriveAble to enable seniors to take the road test in communities where they live. Seniors are also concerned about the increase in fees and are hoping for a review of the examining process. As it stands now, those going through the DriveAble program must go through the Prince George government office.
While seniors had an opportunity to further voice their concerns on one of the issues, it was felt that to be most effective only one issue should be tackled at a time. Ron Paull encouraged those who are not members of either the OAPO Golden Centre or the Seniors’ Centre to do so as these numbers would give clout and legitimacy to seniors in our community. They are eagerly awaiting the results of a survey done recently by the Lions Club on what seniors feel are their most crucial needs.
There will be a Seniors Care Forum at the Legion on the morning of June 5 but the time has not been set. There will be more about this later. The next monthly meeting of Seniors Care is May 17 at 2 p.m. in the Legion. All seniors are welcome. Beware of scams You’ve heard it before but there have been very convincing letters received locally where the recipient has won a great deal of money. The only catch is they must forward a processing fee in a self addressed envelope before winnings are released. One friend in this
community recently received a total of seven such letters in one day. They originated in British Columbia, California and Florida. From what I’ve heard from someone who had a bad experience in this regard, money is sent for the processing fee but that’s the last they hear about their prize. The thing is the letters looks very legitimate. If it looks too good to be true then it probably is. Ruth Scoullar is a seniors’ advocate and regular Observer columnist.
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he B.C. NDP has ramped up its opposition to the proposed Northern Gateway oil pipeline. First the party formalized objections already expressed by NDP MLAs who have spoken at hearings held by the federal review panel along the B.C. coast. Leader Adrian Dix sent an 11-page letter to the panel, then launched an attack on the B.C. Liberal government in the legislature that emphasized the letter’s top objection. Why doesn’t Premier Christy Clark stand up to Ottawa and protest the abandonment of the long-standing “moratorium and exclusion zone” on oil tankers off B.C.’s north coast, Dix and NDP energy critic Rob Fleming demanded. Clark’s answer was the same one given for many years by federal and provincial governments. The 1972 federal “moratorium” was directed at offshore oil drilling, not tankers bound for B.C. A separate CanadaU.S. agreement in 1998 calls for U.S. tankers to avoid B.C.’s Inside Passage as they transport Alaska crude oil to refineries in Washington state and further south.
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B.C. Views I asked Fleming for documentation that shows tankers are banned from B.C.’s north coast. He said it is “fragmented,” which means he doesn’t have any. Nor does the NDP’s heavily footnoted letter to the federal panel offer any source for this assertion. This argument flared up in 2006 after Methanex Corp. shut down its Kitimat methanol plant. Instead of shipping methanol out, a practice that was never questioned, it started bringing tankers into the Kitimat port loaded with a liquid natural gas byproduct called condensate. From there it is sent by rail to Alberta to dilute oil sands crude. This process led to Enbridge’s proposed double pipeline that would send condensate east and diluted crude west. The Dogwood Initiative, one of the multiple U.S.-funded groups that
Many are heading to refinery complexes at March Point and Cherry Point in Washington. These supertankers can be seen sailing past Victoria most days. Strangely, this U.S. crude traffic excites no protests. Some of the smaller tankers come in to fill up from the Trans-Mountain pipeline in Burnaby, whose operator is preparing a bid for expansion. This attracts protests organized by people paid to oppose Alberta “tar sands” oil. Where do urban protesters think we get the gasoline and diesel fuel sold at B.C. filling stations? Do they think it’s all made at the little Chevron refinery in Burnaby, the last remnant of refining capacity in southern B.C.? We could use a serious debate about how B.C. handles petroleum. Instead, we see factually inaccurate claims promoted by U.S. interests to attack Canadian crude only. Our opposition politicians and media mostly just go along for the ride. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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now dominate B.C.’s environmental lobby, rose to protest these early condensate shipments, saying they violate a moratorium on tankers. Wrong, said Don Rodden, superintendent of environmental response for the Canadian Coast Guard Pacific Region. The 1972 moratorium “wouldn’t apply to vessels coming into Canadian ports like Kitimat,” Rodden told the <I>Globe and Mail</I> at the time. The Coast Guard would be the agency legally required to enforce such a tanker ban, if one existed. As I’ve mentioned before, there are legitimate arguments against the Northern Gateway proposal. This hippy-fantasy tanker moratorium isn’t one of them. Then there is the hypocrisy and pro-U.S. bias that is so clearly evident in the manipulated B.C. debate. The Northern Gateway pipeline would generate as many as 350 tanker trips each year to and from Kitimat. More than twice that many tankers already sail each year through the Strait of Juan de Fuca, past the Gulf and San Juan Islands.
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A great place to learn Editor: The North Cariboo Christian School is a great place to learn. I recently visited the school at the open house. I was warmly greeted by two of my friends who work there. Angela showed me around and introduced me to the staff. We peeked into each classroom and I got many smiles. The classrooms are colourfully decorated and the smart boards are definitely an asset to the teachers.
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The classes are all small – I would estimate an average of 20 students per level. The children seemed interested in what they were learning and focused on their work. The artwork on the walls is creative and appealing to the eye. There is a modern computer lab. Angela showed me the honour board where children are recognized for academic excellence. While I am sure that not every child is totally wellbehaved all the time, I would
surmise that the majority want to learn in this school. I remember when the school was being planned and when it began in a small way at Bethel Church. I was thrilled at the fast growth. Now they are about to take ownership of their building in Richbar and may well expand to grade 12 level in the next five years, If I had school aged children, I would do all I could to get the fees necessary to enrol them in this most excellent facility. Marian Gillard Quesnel
Well past time Editor: There have been far too many serious collisions at the intersection of Highway 97 South, Maple Drive and surrounding roads intersecting the highway. I’m not certain who makes the decision about speed limits but it’s past time to make a change. Obviously, the addition of lights and turning lanes has prevented some accidents but it has done nothing to slow the traffic down to minimize the seriousness of the collisions. The speed limit on Highway 97 South beyond the busy shopping and residential areas should have
been changed from 80 km to 60 km many years ago. There is no need for excessive speed in one of our busiest areas of the city. No doubt, someone has the sad statistics on the number of accidents and the cost in fatalities, injuries and damage to vehicles. It breaks my heart when I hear about yet another serious accident that could have been prevented or at least minimized. Please drop the limit. Respectfully, A. Wemyss Quesnel
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Teen parents ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter
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he gently removes the crying baby from his mother Kristine’s lap and begins rocking ninemonth-old Adrian, murmuring soothing sounds. Within minutes, the child is asleep against her chest. Kyra Nelson is a mother herself and knows how to comfort the tired infant. She’s 16 years old. Both women are teenage moms; Kristine is 17. They both attend McNaughton Centre and are determined to finish school despite the challenges. “I was surprised when I found out I was pregnant. I was 14,” Nelson said. “I had no idea what I would do. I was scared of my parents’ reaction and was worried someone (anyone) would suggest abortion. I’m against it.” She admitted the future, as a very young parent, was daunting, but she also knew she wanted to keep the baby. Jaremiah was born last summer and is now a happy eight-month-old. Right now he’s away on a family visit with Nelson’s mother and Kyra spoke sadly of how much she missed him and can’t wait to hold her son again. Kristine Clayton said she wasn’t scared when she found out she was pregnant. “I was kind of happy,” she said. “But I was scared of how my father would react.” Nelson said it was tough in the beginning. She was already attending McNaughton when she found out she was pregnant and she suffered through the namecalling and condemnation of some of the students. “But also many supported me,” she said. For Clayton, who was attending Correlieu, it was very difficult. “I lost my friends and felt I had to drop out,” she said ruefully. “I stayed home but the last two months of school, I went back. “Everyone stared at me, but I didn’t care, I had to get it done.” Nelson agreed. As the pregnancy went on, she said, she had a few problems with other students. “I almost quit and my mom wanted to pull me out,” she said. “But I want to graduate as fast as possible.” Both teen moms told stories of other students who took great risks trying to get rid of their pregnancy. “If you do that, you’re lucky if you miscarry. Babies can be born with serious issues because moms drank, or did worse trying, to get rid of the pregnancy,” Nelson said. “If you really don’t want the baby, abortions aren’t that hard to get.” Clayton went back to Correlieu in September 2011 after Adrian was born and stayed in school until February of this year, when she transferred to McNaughton. “There wasn’t the willingness to accommodate parents,” she said. “I was the only one with a child at the time.” Nelson came back to McNaughton just two weeks after Jaremiah was born.
“I wanted to be back right away. I was breast feeding and trying to pump but after three months my milk dried up,” she said. “They said my body was too young.” Clayton breast fed Adrian for about two weeks. Both say they have good support from their families, however, neither still has a relationship with the biological fathers of their babies. Once Clayton’s mother went back to work, Kristine began bringing Adrian to school and although parenting and classwork are tiring, she’s determined to graduate. For Nelson, she finds it difficult to concentrate with Jaremiah away with her mother. Kyra and Kristine are happy to have their sons and love being moms. “I wouldn’t change it,” Nelson said. Kristine will graduate in 2013 and Kyra hopes to graduate within the next year as well. Kyra hopes to eventually have three children and Kristine wants one more, but not for a few years. “I need to graduate, get a job and support Adrian,” Kristine said. Trent Heinzelman is 17 years old, a student at McNaughton Centre and the father of Lyric, his 14-week-old son. He spoke glowingly of being there when his son was born, cutting the cord and how amazing the birth was. Both Trent and his girlfriend Taylor Peterson were surprised by the pregnancy but determined to go through with it. “We were nervous, but we’re a pretty good team,” he said. Taylor is currently at home with Lyric on maternity leave and with the help of both their parents, the couple is learning to be good parents. “I really like being a dad,” Trent said. “I want to graduate then go to Fort St. John and begin an apprenticeship.” The new parents have already faced many challenges. Possibly the most challenging has been growing up, leaving the partying behind and coming to terms with parenting. “Taylor lost the grad fun stuff last year,” he said. “I feel different from other students, I’m more dedicated to graduating and getting on with a career.” Both Taylor and Trent would like more kids but not
Adrian’s mom, Christine fondly admires her son sleeping peacefully in Kyra’s arms. Annie Gallant photo
right now. “I would encourage other expectant fathers to do it,” he said. “It’s your responsibility, but it’s also very rewarding.” Chelsea Hardaker is just 16 years old and expecting her first child. She said both her and the baby’s dad were surprised and somewhat shocked when they found out. “We considered abortion but it’s not for me,” Hardaker said. “And I couldn’t give the baby up.” She confessed, at first, most of her friends fell away. “I was lonely, upset and angry but now I feel more self-reliant,” she said. Hardaker has suffered much of the same criticism and ridicule as Nelson and Clayton and feels it isn’t justified. “With the openness towards sex and teenagers, I don’t understand why people act like I’m a bad girl, it can happen to a lot of teens I know. Most are just as much at risk as I was,” she said. She spends most of her time at home and has started to gather what she’ll need for the baby. The biological dad has moved to Alberta and Hardaker is living with her mother, who is very supportive of her finishing her education and her impending parenthood. “I don’t know exactly what I’ll do but I’m interested in a medical technician field or maybe working with animals.” But for now she’s attending the Pregnancy Outreach Program and McNaughton Centre. “I never imagined being a teen mom. I figured it wouldn’t happen to me,” she said. “I even tried the morning after pill but it failed. I’m nervous about being a parent.” McNaughton principal Dennis Hawkins-Bogle said the reality is their students have children and it’s important to support the students and that means supporting the children as well. Currently three students bring their children from time to time. “Adrian is a bit of a regular,” he said. Having the children at school allows the parents to be with their children throughout the day. “And whenever there’s a baby in the school the atmosphere is calm as can be,” Hawkins-Bogle said. “Some of the other students babysit for the parents on occasion.” He added students, when they’re with their children, show empathy and compassion and they don’t see enough of that in the students. “It’s a magical moment,” he said. The school teaches students realistically how to not become parents, but Hawkins-Bogle said, “it happens.” “We teach all the safe sex things you’d expect from a school.” “However, when a young girl comes to me and tells me she’s pregnant, I have books to help her navigate the process. The first thing we discuss, though, is what the student wants to do regarding her pregnancy.” Hawkins-Bogle said they also offer parenting workshops. “These students are juggling their teen years with being a parent and that just can’t be easy,” he said.
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Stone Iris to play Cariboo Hotel 15. Like a lost night in a smoky bar, its songs feel easy to slip into and even easier to get lost in, using laid-back but propulsive grooves to create a mood that feels at once nostalgic and promising, familiar enough to let your guard down but restless enough to let you know the best times are on their way. It builds off their previous releases, 2011 twin-EPs The Boo Box and Serene Machine, the 2010 Silhouettes EP and 2008 debut Ezperanza, by revealing a band that is at once more assured and more expansive than it’s ever been. “We are all really
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Right: Kyle Tessier was the surprise of the night, beating a larger, older Anthony Aulotte in a 4-1 decision. Below: Kyle Black celebrates winning his first competetive bout after beating Darrion Cameron from Revelstoke, B.C. for a 3-2 decision. Jonas Gagnon photo
The night Bouchie Lake rumbled JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter The main event at last Saturday’s Rumble may have been the Dan (Mayhem) Mott vs. Randall Graham match but Kyle (The Motor) Tessier’s win over Anthony Aulotte was the ‘bout of the night.’ The eighth fight on the card, Tessier, the hometown fighter from Two Rivers Boxing Club, and Aulotte, from the Beverly Bronx Boxing Club in Edmonton, Alberta, electrified the crowd in the 160lbs Junior C bout. Tessier, the surprise of the night, stole the match from the heavier, older boxer, Aulotte, managing a 4-1 decision in his favour.. “Kyle Tessier really surprised me because his opponent had a two year edge on him for age and he also had some weight on him. So Kyle pulled that one from his boots,” coach for the Two rivers Boxing Club, Wally Doern, said. Despite the disparity between the boxers, the fight was closely contested, rising
to a crescendo of cheering by the third. After the first round, with a consultation with Doern, Tessier came back with a renewed plan to sneak under Aulotte’s jabs and work the body in close where Tessier’s shorter reach would be an asset. The tactic worked for Tessier, but Aulotte didn’t give up. By the third round both boxers were bloodied and tired. The crowd, simmering up until the third, exploded, throwing its full support behind the hometown boy, which added fuel to Tessier’s fire. “You just hear snippets (of the cheering) but what you do hear, it just fuels you,” Tessier said. The energy from the crowd added just enough fuel to get him through the bout and grind out the win. Tessier summed up the fight in three words, calling it ‘tiring but exhilarating.’ The hard work of the two boxers and the close competition, which had the crowd participating as if they were in the ring, was recognized
with the Kyle Mooney Award for the best bout of the night for the two boxers. Kyle (Bulldozer) Black was the other winner for the Two Rivers club on the weekend. The first fight on the card, against Darrion Cameron from Revelstoke, B.C. in the 132lbs Jr. A class, Black took the trophy in his first ever competition bout with a split, 3-2, decision in his favour. “I’m feeling extremely well and very pumped up,” a wide-smiling Black said. The two boxers also received the Logan Reeve Award for being the youngest boxers on the card. Both fledging pugilists were eleven-years old. The main event of the night was the 165lbs Senior bout between Dan (Mayhem) Mott, fighting out of Two Rivers Boxing Club, and Randall Graham, from the Shaolin Boxing Club in Prince George. Though Mott had the crowd behind him for the duration of the fight, Graham proved to be too much, taking the match in a unani-
mous 5-0 decision. Two Rivers had five fighters on the twelve-match card. Greg (the Punisher) Petsul, from Two River, lost to Mauricio Malvarez from the Beverly Bronx boxing club in a 100lbs Junior C bout on a RSC (referee stops contest) after the second round. Joey (the Mechanic) McKerricher faced off against Jason Weiss, from Shaolin Boxing Club, but was defeated by Weiss in a 5-0 decision. With a two for five record on the night, Doern saw room for improvement with his boxers. “Some of the boys they did their best. There’s a little bit of room for improvement, but that’s what it’s all about. We’ll go back to the drawing board, back to the gym and we’ll be back again,” Doern said. Six clubs made it out to the fight night, ranging all the way from Edmonton to Revelstoke. The hall was packed for the event and Doern, one of the organizers for the event, was well pleased with the turnout.
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A Devil does his best to get it over the defense and into the net on Thursday’s 14-4 loss for the Crossfire. Jonas Gagnon photo
Defensive progression JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter A more controlled Crossfire hit the box last Thursday for their second home game of the season, against the Prince George Shooter’s Pub Devils. The team showed growth, but still fell short of beating the more experienced Devils, with a 15-4 final score in favour of the Devils. The Crossfire stumbled in the first, letting the Devils run over them to the tune of eight points, resulting in a five point spread after 20 minutes. After the first the Crossfire tightened up, halving the Devils’ ability to put the ball in behind the ‘tenders. The Crossfire allowed only four points in the second and cut that to three in the third. The defense stayed tight until the end of the game, but the offense was unable to rally, netting only one goal in the last 40 minutes of play. James Reid managed two points for the Crossfire, which Mitch
McLean matched while also providing an assist. Alek Gibbs also had an assist on the game. Goalie Bob Mills managed 36 stops over 60 minutes. The team has grown since its first game against the Bandits. Against the Devils, the team had 21 players, which is nearly double the number of players they started out with. “The defense is getting better. We’re getting more players. Things are looking up,” coach and team captain, Pat Gibbs, said. Gibbs is still looking for more players, however, as many of the players are brand new to the game. There’s a lot of room for development according to Gibbs, with plenty of brand new players on the team and some 16 year olds who already show lots of promise. “Our 16–year–olds are looking really good,” said Gibbs The Crossfire head out on the road next week with a game against the Twisted Cork/Regional Security Stylers on Thursday at the Prince George Coliseum.
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Logging Supervisor Clusko Logging Enterprises Ltd. is one of the largest interior based stump-to-dump timber harvesting companies in British Columbia. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with safe, efficient and low maintenance operations which meet or exceed quality and production targets. We are currently seeking Logging Supervisors for our operations in Kelowna, BC and Mackenzie, BC. The successful candidates will be team players, with demonstrated commitments to safety, quality and the environment. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Logging Supervisor will oversee daily logging and road construction field operations, provide on-site supervision of employees/ contractors, and is responsible for the over-all safety of the work site. Applicants shall: • Have a working knowledge of ground based, mechanical timber harvesting operations. • Be organized and possess good communication skills. • Be knowledgeable of forest industry safety standards, regulations and systems. • Be knowledgeable of forestry and environmental legislation in British Columbia. • Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract. As well, we are accepting applications from Equipment Operators, Truck Drivers and Heavy Duty Mechanics at our Kelowna, Mackenzie, Prince George & Williams Lake operations. Clusko offers a competitive wage, benefit and pension plan package commensurate with the applicant’s experience. Applicants should submit a covering letter and resume to David Whitwell, RPF at dave.whitwell@clusko.com Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY Position Description: Aboriginal Project Coordinator The Quesnel Women’s Resource Centre is looking for a part-time Project Coordinator for a 3 year research project through Status of Women Canada. The goals for this project are to establish working partnerships with local women and girls, local organizations, community leaders and various stakeholders to explore the issue of violence against women. The long term goal is to develop a coordinated community response in the context of our local issues and needs. The project will be driven by the viewpoints and feedback received from local women. Qualifications: • Good connections to the local Aboriginal communities • Excellent people skills • A feminist perspective and a demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of violence against women • Basic research skills including effective English writing skills • Computer literacy • Empathic and good communication and nterview skills • Access to a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license • Self motivated and self directed - ability to work independently • Grade 12 or equivalent • Preference in hiring is given to persons with Aboriginal ancestry as provided for in Sections 41 & 42 of the Human Rights Code. Application Deadline: May 11, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. Interested applicants can pick up a detailed job description and application package at the Quesnel Women’s Resource Centre at 690 McLean Street, Quesnel, BC or email your application to qwrc@ shawcable.com
Submit resumes to Quesnel Youth Soccer Association 980 Anderson Drive Quesnel, BC V2J 6N8 Phone 250 992 2223 Fax 250 992 3332 memberservices@qysa.ca www.qysa.ca
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Help Wanted Busy salon now hiring FT or PT stylist. Please apply in person with resume to Stylin’ On Abbott, 723 Abbott St. Also avbl for rent, 8x12 space. Incl water. Front desk & House Keeper wanted for Quality Inn. (Nee:Talisman Inn) 753 Front St. Apply in person with resume. Help wanted Full time Buncher Operator required for PG/Quesnel area. Please fax resume to 250-392-9404. 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. 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
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Carrier Chilcotin Tribal Council Tribal Administrator Senior Management; Reports to & accountable to Board of Directors; Administers programs; finance; supervising; proposals; maintaining relationships w/ federal, provincial, municipal, First Nations & local agencies; Establishes current & long range goals, objectives, plans & develops policy in conjunction with the Board of Directors and Staff Team; Business Management, Public Administration, Human Services Degrees or equivalent combination of education & experience. Deadline: May 15, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. Cover letter, resume & 3 current work related references by mail or facsimile: Attention: Hiring Committee Carrier Chilcotin Tribal Council 59 South First Avenue Williams Lake, BC, V2G 1H4 Fax: 250-398-6329 Please refer to website for full job description: http://www.carrierchilcotin.org
WANT TO see scenic BC? Needed Immediately. Experienced Feller Buncher Operator with Chipper Head/Mower to work around Hydro Transmission lines. Must be willing to travel throughout BC (based out of Vanderhoof). $28-$34 per hour + benefits. For more info. e-mail: sbcjobs@hotmail.ca. Send Resume to: SBCJOBS Box 1136 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 or fax: 250-567-2550.
Ulysses Restaurant is looking for cooks & waitresses. Apply in person with resume to 122 Barlow Ave.
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Quesnel Sawmill Division Located in the heart of British Columbia’s “Cariboo Country”, Quesnel is a growing city boasting numerous community amenities and outdoor recreational activities. Quesnel Sawmill, a division of West Fraser Mills Ltd., is a non-union operation and has an opening for the following position:
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Millwrights • Electricians Heavy Duty Mechanic • Labourers Maintenance Planner/Supervisor
Certified Electrician
Cariboo Region, BC
The successful candidate will be responsible for all electrical and process control equipment on site. This includes PLC programming, preventative maintenance, installation, trouble shooting and repairs of all equipment. Individuals are expected to work in a safe manner with limited supervision. Rotating shifts will be required. Allen Bradley PLC, Mitsubishi VFD experience and knowledge of lumber manufacturing would be an asset. We wish to thank you for your interest, but only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Interested applicants should, before May 19, 2012, forward a resume to:
Tolko Industries Ltd. is a forest products company with manufacturing operations throughoutWestern Canada. As industry leaders in world markets we focus on a safe work environment, sustainable business practices. Our Cariboo Region manufacturing operations are always looking for employees who thrive on a dynamic and challenging environment and who seek opportunities for growth and development. For more on our exciting company, go to www.tolko.com. We offer competitive compensation packages and in some cases, we will consider relocation packages.
quesesumes@westfraser.com Attention: Mike Moody – Head Electrician 1250 Brownmiller Road, Quesnel, BC, V2J 6P5
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To Join Us As We Grow Please Apply Today, Attn: Shannon Smith Fax: (1)250-398-3909 or Email: Shannon.Smith@tolko.com or at Tolko 180 Hodgson Road, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 3P6
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Trades, Technical 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. WELDERS WANTED. Journeymen 2nd and 3rd year apprentices with tank manufacturing experience. Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. Located in Kitscoty, Alberta (20 km west of Lloydminster) is looking for 15 individuals who want long-term employment and a secure paycheque. Journey wages $33- $37.50/ hour. Wages for apprentices based on hours and qualifications. Benefits, training programs, full insurance package 100% paid by company, profit sharing bonus. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine for an appointment or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca or production@autotanks.ca 780-846-2231 (Office), 780846-2241 (Fax).
Work Wanted Norm’s Handyman service rototilling, lawns. 250-255-1874
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Garage Sale May 12th from 9am to 3pm @ 260 Dawson St uplands area (no early birds) Garage Sale! Saturday May 12, 9AM - 12Noon, 2628 Norwood Rd. Bouchie Lake Johnston Neighbourhood 30+ Garage Sale! Saturday, May 12th(& some Sunday, May 13th too!) Look for the yellow balloons! Men’s Tool Sale : May 19 & 20th 9am to 3pm (No early birds please ) 454 Sanderson Rd. Multi Family Garage Sale , Saturday May 12 9am - 3pm @ 2221 Quartz Rd NQNA Block Garage Sale! Sat. May 12th, 9AM - 1PM 300 block McNaughton Ave. Wide variety of hsehold items. For info. call (250)992-2453
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North Quesnel- 1 bdrm unit in 4 plex, 650 sq ft. N/S New building owner avail now. $575/mo + Utilities/6 mo lease call 250-255-7647
LakeShore Home - 2628 Norwood Rd, Bouchie Lake on school bus route - N/S Avail. May 15th, $800/mo. + Utilities. Owners will consider rent to own. References required. Call (250)249-5263
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Feed & Hay SMALL SQUARE bales, 60 lbs, GOOD Alfalfa Grass Mix. Barn stored, no rain. $5.00/ bale on orders over 50 bales. 25km west Williams Lake. 250-303-1577.
Livestock Horse & Tack Auction Sat May 12th at 11:30 am. 4071 McLean Rd. Quesnel. Please consign early. Call BC Auctions 250-9922459 or 250-983-1239.
Pets Masiff Rottie X puppies , 2 males, 1 female - 1st shots dewormed , tails docked born Feb 29, 2012 $200 ea call 250-313-5313
June 2, 2012 Saturday @ 10am. 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, 70hp 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, 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, open & box end wrenches, 1-1 1/2, 2-3 & 6 ton com-a-longs. EQUIPMENT: 10x10x20 portable garage, 6000 lb. engine hoist on wheels, 2hp compressors, Hilti drills & hammer drills, 200 Lincoln gas welder, 1200 liter lube oil dispenser (full of 15/40 oil), roll away tool boxes, tire machine, bead blaster, air conditioner equip., 2 vac pumps, 10 & 20 ton porta power kit, 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, 5 gas powered water pumps, 2 - 6500 gensets (gas & electric start, low hrs.), new 3000 genset, 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 drill press, 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. SUPPLIES: Lg qty of brass, pipe & hydraulic fittings, new & used truck parts, 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 @
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Auctions BC LIVESTOCK is holding a ranch equipment auction Saturday May 12th 11A.M. @ The Johnson’s on Duck Range Rd. Pritchard. Equipment is showroom quality. Tractors, haying equipment, tools, tack, lots of good antiques. View Website at www.bclivestock.bc.ca F.M.I Call 250-573-3939
(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
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 10hp 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
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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
Sporting Goods USED GOLF CARTS, excellent condition, with warranties. Call to view. 250-395-4775.
Real Estate For Sale By Owner House for sale. 3 bdrm, 2 bath den, living room, dining room, family room, lrg kitchen with nook. Walking distance to all levels of school, on bus route. In-law suite & separate 2 bdrm suite. Serious inquiries only to view. 250-991-2575
Gulf Islands CORTES ISLAND BC. Tranquility is yours for $309,500. 3 bedroom on 1.3 acres at Smelt Bay. Attached workshop. Sun deck. Fenced garden. Ocean peek. 604-789-2492.
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FIR Crest Apartments - 1 & 2 bdrm suites, North Quesnel. N/P, no parties. (250)992-6593/(250)255-6593
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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
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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.
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1 Bdrm. - $525 + 2 Bdrm. - $600 + 3 Bdrm. - $700 + No Parties, No Pets References Required
951 Abbott Drive
250-992-2806 Duplex / 4 Plex
3 bdrm Duplex in Red Bluff. N/G, F/S , carport , laundry room 250-747-3109 Newer clean quiet 2 bdrm unit incl w/d, f/s, fenced yard, storage shed, close to mall, schools & transit. $675 + utilities. New laminate flooring. Avail June 1st.(250)991-6358.
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Wide variety of household items. Info: 250-992-2453
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FIRST AID, COMPUTER & WORKSAFE COURSES OFA Level 1: May 12, 17, 26 • 8 am - 5 pm, $95 OFA Level 3 (2 week course): 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 Cottonwood House Opens Saturday, May 12 - 10 a.m. Mother’s Day Strawberry Tea, Sun. May 13 - 11 am - 3 pm 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
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1995 Snow Villa Ltd
2006 VTX1300 S/R HONDA MOTORCYCLE 17,600 km, in very good cond. $5900.00 OBO call 250-992-7927
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
1994 3/4 Ton Ford XLT
35 ft 5th Wheel 2 slides, sleeps 4, central vac., entertainment center, air, loads of storage, awning, fully loaded Stored inside in winter. 5th Wheel Only - $20,000
(Truck avbl for purchase)
(250)992-6033
Suites, Lower 1bdrm bsmt suite suitable for mature, n/s, working person or couple. Utilities incl. N/p, references required (250)747-1434 North Quesnel - Bright 1 bdrm bsmt suite, utilities included, w/d, $550/mo. (250)992-2362
2009 Kawasaki EX250 Ninja Black in colour approx 2430 km. Excellent condition. $4500 250-747-3783
Trailer/structure at Plato Island Resort on Quesnel Lake. 2003 Westwind 26â&#x20AC;&#x2122;7â&#x20AC;? RK trailer, structure covering trailer and 10x24 deck. Resort provides power,water & sewer. Lot is leased from the resort. Lots of extras. Phone 250260-5869, cell 250-309-0687 or email cedarbell@telus.net. Asking $16,000.
Recreational/Sale 2002 Adventurer Camper 810S for short box truck
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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3 bdrm. / 2 level / fresh paint Quiet family twnhouses. Close to schools & shops. From $525/mth.
Inside & outside showers, north south queen bed, rear awning, folding metal stairs, very clean
Call (250)992-5377
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.
2008 Jayco Eagle SuperLite 32â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 5th-wheel, like new, 1 super slide, queen bed, free standing table/chairs, ducted ac/heat, heated tanks. ext Warr.$24,900.1(250)275-1258
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1988 Bayliner 16ft Bass Boat 50hp Force outboard and trailer. 2 pedestal seats, storage and live wells, Alpine stereo, ďŹ shďŹ nder, retractable bow trolling motor mount and travel cover. Excellent condition. $3500.00 250-747-0200, 250-255-7921
AMENDMENT REQUIRING APPROVAL AND EXTENSION REQUEST 2006 FOREST STEWARDSHIP PLAN Quesnel Forest District Canadian Forest Products Ltd. (Canfor), and Kluskus Management Holdings Ltd., have prepared an Amendment Requiring Approval and Extension Request to their joint Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) for operations in the Quesnel Forest District. The Amendment is available for public review from May 4th, 2012 to July 3, 2012. This amendment is required to comply with Land Use Objectives established for the CCLUP area, the inclusion of two licences for Kluskus Management Holdings Ltd., adjust the FDU area for Kluskus Management Holdings Ltd., adjustments to stocking standards, and to extend the term of the FSP for an additional ďŹ ve years. In accordance with the Forest Planning and Practices Regulation this amendment is available for public review and comment from May 4th, 2012 to July 3, 2012 at the following location during regular ofďŹ ce hours (8:00 am to 4:00 pm): Canadian Forest Products Ltd., 1920 Brownmiller Rd, Quesnel BC, V2J 6S1; Phone: (250) 992-1318, Fax: (250) 992-8520 Representatives will be available to discuss the proposed amendment at the above ofďŹ ce location, and to receive comment(s). If an interested party is unable to review the amendment during regular business hours, please contact us by phone or in writing to arrange a suitable time.
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2 Wheel Drive, 106,000 km, 7.3 Turbo Diesel, New Tires, Power Windows/Locks, Radio/Cassette, Firestone Air Bags, Trailer brake controller, super clean/no rust, Summer use only, Complete with 10 Ft. camper. Camper Features: 4 burner stove/oven & range hood, 3 way fridge & freezer, huge skylight, toilet/sink/shower combo, auto furnace, super clean with lots of storage. $15,500 obo. Call 747-4475 or 747-4591 for more details.
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1.) CCBAC Manager
Cars - Domestic 2011 Arctic Fox 29L Silver Fox Edition
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 For Sale 2002 Chev. Malibu Runs well - no rust 2 sets of rims & tires $1,800 250-983-8656 Need A New Toy! 2004 CAD CTS 4 Dr. Pearl White, 68K. Loaded. Perfect condition. $15,000 Call (778)414-0315
Used twice, like new, fully loaded. 2 power slides with topper awnings, laminated ďŹ berglass walls, thermal windows, alum. super structure, heated and enclosed tanks, black tank ďŹ&#x201A;ush system, power awning with screen room, power jack, 10gal water heater, ďŹ&#x201A;at screen tv, auto gps satellite dish, DVD CD radio, led lights, 125W solar charge system, maxx air covers, dual 6 volt batt.
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Drive to Save Lives
1988 Dodge Ram pickup 6 cylinder, auto. Only 42,720 km Must be seen. Phone 250-991-0925 $4,000 For sale 1997 GMC 3/4 tonne 2 wheel dr. pickup truck. 5 spd. standard Towing pkg. $4,000 Call Ray at 250-992-6700
Dark green, Michellin all season tires, AWD, new spark plugs and water pump. Needs work.
Cars - Domestic
$1,500. obo - 250.747.2277
1996 Chevy Blazer
$35,000. 1(250)392-3201 BIGFOOT SIGHTINGS! New 2012 Bigfoot Campers have arrived only at Mike Rosman RV! 1-800-667-0024 www.rosmanrv.com
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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.
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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.
Sex and the Kitty A single unspayed cat can produce 470,000 offspring in just seven years. Sadly, most of them end up abandoned at BC SPCA shelters or condemned to a grim life on the streets. Be responsible - donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t litter.
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2012 Airshow
Blackwater Paddlers host Waterwalker Film Festival If you are a paddle sports enthusiast, nature lover or documentary film fanatic, you’ll want to mark May 11 on your calendar. The Blackwater Paddlers are hosting the venerable Waterwalker Film Festival with a selection of new paddling films embracing an array of disciplines ranging from sea kayaking and canoe tripping to whitewater paddling,
S.U.P. (stand-up paddleboarding) and flatwater canoeing. Thrill to the adrenalin rush of white-knuckle kayak descents and revel in the grace and style of flatwater canoeing. Enjoy a kaleidescope of images and sounds while masters of the single and double blades (that’s canoe and kayak paddles) demonstrate skills honed throughout a lifetime. Shot around the world,
our screening of the Waterwalker Film Festival will have something for everyone. The Music Room at Correlieu School is booked and the show runs from 7 – 10 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door and
are available on line at www.ticketriver. com/event/3184waterwalker-filmfestival or at Rocky Peak Adventure Gear, 337 Reid St. downtown. For information call 250992-2855.
August 4 & 5
AT T E N T I O N
We require volunteers to contact us immediately in order to be properly organized for this year ’s show Please call Barb at 250-249-5151 or email: quesnelairshow@yahoo.ca with your contact information to get signed up
For all the paddling enthusiasts, this film festival is a must see. Contributed photo Safeway
CAPSULE COMMENTS with Lee-Anne Williams B.Sc. (Pharm)
The month of May is usually when allergies to pollen begin to be noticed. The beauties of spring often bring misery to those with hay fever and similar allergies. It doesn’t have to be this way. It’s difficult to live life by avoiding the pollens that cause the allergies. However, there are many effective medications that can control your symptoms. Our pharmacists would be happy to advise you.
MEAL & DEAL NIGHT FOR DINING AND FREE PLAY
It’s a good thing to include green leafy vegetables in our daily diet. One of these veggies that doesn’t get the attention it deserves is kale. It contains healthy amounts of antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, fibre, potassium and vitamins A, C, E and K. If kale isn’t part of your diet, give it a try. There are some very good medications available to reduce stomach acid and heartburn. If you find yourself without your medication and have bad heartburn, you may find relief from drinking a glass of water. The water will reduce the stomach acidity and bring temporary relief till you can take your medication. It’s important to be an advocate for your own health. Be an active learner about all health matters including the drugs you take. We can help you with this information.
Pharmacy Hours: Mon. - Fri. - 8am - 8pm Sat. Sun. Holidays 10am - 6pm
445 Reid St.
FREE Blood Pressure Check Everyday at our Pharmacy
250-992-6898
From 5pm, every Thursday, until May 31, 2012 Bring a friend to a participating BC Casino and get 2 for 1 entrees and free play. Just show this coupon to your server before your meal, then take your dining receipt and this coupon to Guest Services to get your free play. Get ready to feel the thrills! $5
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Cut out this coupon or download it and find participating locations at Facebook.com/BCCasinos Redeemable at participating BC Casinos locations. Present this to restaurant staff upon seating. Guests can only redeem one Meal & Deal offer per day. 1 coupon per couple required. Cannot be combined with BcGold Encore™ discounts and/or any other offer. Discounts exclude tax, tips and/or alcohol where applicable. Some restrictions may apply. Free play offer valid for slot play or blackjack match play only. Offer is subject to change. Non-transferable and no cash value. While supplies last. No copies or facsimiles accepted. Offer valid from April 26–May 31, 2012. If you gamble, use your GameSense. Must be 19+ to play.
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