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Calcutta winner Mary Rogina, centre, pulled the $100 bill out of her raffle draw bag. Attendees paid $10 for a chance at one of 10 draw bags of which one contained the coveted $100 bill. Donella Martindale, left and Fay Dredge, right, were still happy with the contents of their draw bag. For more coverage of the Diamond Calcutta, including the diamond ring winner, see Friday’s Observer. Karen Powell photo

SD28 announces adjustments to balance budget AUTUMN MACDONALD Observer Reporter Despite School Board 28 predicting a drop in enrolment resulting in a budget shortfall of approximately $296,600, SD28 has balanced the budget. The annual budget bylaw is set at $40,880,881 and is broken down by fund as follows: •$36,461,533 operating, •$2,961,883 special purpose, •$1,457,465 capital. The board’s budget decisions were guided by their new Goals and Action Plan for 2011-2014.

“The board received a full range of input including the identification of difficulties beyond enrolment decline, challenges facing the board of education and other areas that the partners felt the board should address,” the press release states. “The board had conversations with the schoolbased Parent Advisory Council reps, the general public and employee groups.” The district noted higher participation levels and mixed, but constructive feedback. “The most common feed-

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back received was related to under-utilized facilities in the district,” the district release reads. “This feedback aligns with the board’s goal to form a Facilities Review Committee, starting in September 2012 to review all facilities in the district.” Traditionally the Board of Education aligns the Aboriginal Education budget to match the required targeted amount based on the enrolment of Aboriginal students. This year however, although Aboriginal student enrolment is expected to

decline, the board decided to maintain existing service levels to Aboriginal students in order to maintain the district’s focus on Aboriginal Education. Enrolment is projected to decline by 79 students to a total of 3,382.5 school aged FTE (including K – 12 and Distance Learning) for the 2012/13 school year. In order to balance the budget and meet program needs, the following adjustments are planned: • reduction in 3.5 fulltime equivalent (FTE) teaching positions ($306,600);

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• reduction in supplies for 79 FTE ($ 8,000); • reduction in BCeSIS expenses ($10,000); • reduction in equipment/repair expenses ($10,000); • reduction in learning resource expenses ($10,000); • increase 2.0 FTE education support workers $81,000; • reduction in technology expenses ($10,000); • reduction in Grad Transition Program expenses ($10,000); • reduction in District Growth Plan initiatives; • Literacy Substitutes

and Summer School Program ($13,000). Staffing adjustments will be accommodated through attrition and every effort will be made to minimize disruption at the school and department levels. “The board believes that this budget will provide sound educational programs for all students in the district.,” the release concludes. “The board is committed to continuing to work with all stakeholder and employee groups to advocate on behalf of students in our district.”

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of our employees dust reduction.” in hazard identifi“I think there should be WorkSafe cation and taking B.C. has been corrective action if a regulation around the conducting an necessary,” it read. dust collection to prevent investigation into Councillor Sushil the mill fires and any future accidents.” has posted findThapar suggested writing a letter to ings onto their Coun. Sushil Thapar the mills and sugwebsite, www. gesting the impleworksafebc.com/ mentation of dust news_room/ Coun. Thapar’s sugcollecting devices. news_releases/2012/ gestion of sending a “Some mills have new_12_05_14.asp. letter and added he’s them, some of the Observations listed “seen some spots newer mills, but on the web page are where dust is colnot all of them do,” that the ignition lected a foot high.” Thapar said. source for both exploThe letter West “I think there sions seems to have Fraser sent states: should be a regulation “employee safety is been at the conveyor around the dust collevel, “where electriWest Fraser’s first lection to prevent any priority” and that cal and/or mechanifuture accidents.” cal equipment was West Fraser wants Councillor Thapar in operation in areas “you to be confident pointed out that there [they] are addressing contained by walls is nothing in the man- potential risks in their and equipment.” date stating mandaRefer to the web operations.” tory dust collection page www.worksafeIt continues “our systems and would bc.com for the latest expectations are to like a letter sent to information regarding have industry-leading WorkSafe B.C., also the investigations. standards in safety, asking why there is mill cleanliness and no requirement for the collection system. Councillor Thapar suggested mills aren’t installing the collection systems as it is a cost to the mill which doesn’t generate revenue. Councillor Mike Cave, who works at a mill agreed with

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Caricature and Cartooning Weekend Workshop June 9 & 10 10 am – 4 pm $140 / $168 Learn to draw caricatures and cartoons! Williams Lake commercial artist Dwayne Davis will lead you through all the techniques in this fun weekend workshop at the Quesnel Arts & Recreation Centre. Bring supplies from the list you receive at registration, catered lunch included. Open to youth age 13 & and adults.

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aybe you’ve heard the whispers, the talk and the rumours. Maybe you have a friend, family member or loved one who has been mysteriously missing from your life in recent months. Maybe you are a husband or partner left alone nights and weekends to fend for yourself. Maybe you’ve even seen them around recently, clad in their fish nets and knee pads. Why, you ask? Why? Tucked away in the QJS upper gym since last September, the Gold Pain City Derby Girls have been recruiting and training players for this year’s season of hard hitting flat track roller derby! Every Tuesday and Friday 7 – 9 p.m. the skaters and refs have been practicing with the intention of filling a roster and we are nearly there! Lacking in a full roster hasn’t stopped us though and on Feb. 25 we kicked off the season by teaming up with the Rated PG Roller Girls B Team to

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play the Okanagan Candy Strykers in PG. And then on April 21, with players from Ft. St. John’s Energetic City Roller Derby filling out our team, we played the Rated PG Roller Girls in PG. Both bouts were losses on the score board but were never the less wins for the team because we learned so much and came home to train even harder! Next up on the schedule is the May Massacre, May 26 against Energetic City from Ft. St. John at the Twin Arenas; Gold Pain’s first home bout of the season! The team is super pumped to be hosting a bout so friends and family can get out and see what has us so occupied and enjoy the sport along with us. We are incredibly excited to present the May Massacre because the team will be comprised of nearly all Gold Pain girls. With a couple girls out with injuries and a short roster of 12 instead of 14 for the bout, there will be two players filling in from the

Rated PG Roller Girls, but the rest will all be Gold Pain City Derby Girls! The team went from four girls who passed the minimum skills test this last summer, a skills test required to pass to play, to thirteen as of this last testing on May 10! How can you support your local roller derby team? For starters, we’re recruiting skaters to join! Have you a tingling in your heart, a daydream in your mind of playing roller derby? Well, put on some skates and be your own hero! Though roller derby is a tough, full contact sport that requires a high level of fitness and a lot of dedicated training, you don’t have to know a thing about it to join; you just have to be female, over 18, standing upright and willing to dedicate yourself to the training! We’ll teach you to skate, to workout and to play! If you’d love to skate (yes, quad skates, just like the good ol’days) but don’t want to play

or are male, then maybe refereeing is more your style. The team is always recruiting skaters, refs and association members willing to be volunteers. Right now the team is skater coached and those with injuries pitch in while they are healing up. What the team would love is a non-skating coach with some coaching experience and time to dedicate to learning the game and training us. Contact us if you are interested in this volunteer position. If you want to support the team and playing, refereeing, or volunteering doesn’t appeal to you, we take cash! Being a new league and team, we are always in need of help for rental space.We appreciate being in the QJS gym, but it doesn’t allow for a regulation sized track. Renting the arena for practices is ideal, but not possible financially. The team would love to have sponsors interested in being a part of the fastest growing women’s sport in the world, come forward

and contact us so we can practice more regularly on a proper sized track. And for everyone else; buy your tickets and come see us play on May 26 at the Twin Arenas for the May Massacre. Tickets are on sale now at Reason 2 Run on Reid St., West Quesnel Barber in West Village and The Shark Club by the Sandman. The doors open at 6 p.m. and the whistle blows at 7 p.m., There will be beer garden for those over 19 and an after party at the Shark Club. Keep your eyes peeled for more derby to come during Billy Barkers Days with the second Annual Gold Rush Rumble, scheduled to take place Friday, July 20, at the Twin Arenas – it’s going to be a double header: double the thrills and spills. Find us on Facebook, Gold Pain City Derby Girls, or on our website, www.goldpaingirls.org for information. – submitted by Reani Rink Rash, aka Dorine Lamarche, president and coach of GPCDG

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The Cariboo Regional District is proposing a change to the North Cariboo Recreation and Parks service taxation boundary. The current sub-regional recreation taxation boundary was established 30 years ago and therefore doesn't reflect new subdivisions and development that have occurred at the edge of the boundary. As part of our public consultation process, we will be hosting information sessions in your area about the proposed changes. Affected residents will also be receiving further information in the mail. For questions on the proposal, contact the Cariboo Regional District, Manager of Community Services at 1-800-665-1636 or dcampbell@cariboord.bc.ca. Comments and feedback may also be provided directly to Regional District Directors in the north Cariboo.

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Simpson calls for fundamental changes to forest management In light of the mountain pine beetle epidemic and the timber supply crisis in the interior of the province, the Independent MLA for Cariboo North called on the government to make fundamental changes to the way BC’s public forests are managed. “One hundred years ago, we established the BC Forest Service and an independent Chief Forester to manage BC’s largest natural asset for future generations. Today, both the Forest Service and the Chief Forester function have been virtually eliminated by the current government,” Independent MLA Bob Simpson said. In question period, Simpson challenged the Minister responsible to establish the Chief Forester as an independent Officer of the Legislature like the Auditor General

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or the Ombudsperson. “A Chief Forester selected by and reporting directly to the Legislature, with statutory authority to ensure B.C.’s largest public asset is being managed in the public interest, is the only way to protect forest management decisions from the politics of the day. It will ensure we are managing our forests as healthy, resilient and adaptable ecosystems for future generations,” Simpson said. Simpson also called on the government

to use the feedback and criticism it has received on the state of B.C.’s forest inventory to create a work plan and assign resources to re-inventory B.C.’s public forests. The Auditor General, Forest Practices Board, and the Association of BC Forest Professionals have all expressed concerns about the current forest inventory. “B.C.’s first Chief Forester told the government of 1913 that ‘comprehensive knowledge of the quality, condition, and extent of forest resources’ is the foundation of good forest management,” Simpson said. “We no longer have the level of comprehensive knowledge required to manage our forests and that shortcoming must be addressed immediately.” The Independent MLA also called for

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the government is going to ask permission to harvest through the new Standing Committee.” The Independent MLA for Cariboo North said he believes the establishment of the Chief Forester as an independent Officer of the Legislature, a complete re-inventorying of B.C.’s public forests and the restoration of landscape-level planning in the Forest Act is the only way to ensure that B.C.’s forests can and will be managed wisely for future generations.

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Correlieu Senior Secondary school is now a safer place to be for students, faculty, staff, and members of the public who attend sports events, meetings, and performances in the building. The school has installed a new defibrillator thanks to a $2,000 grant from the Quesnel Community Foundation. For more information about the Foundation, please visit www.quesnelfoundation.ca.

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OPINIONS The pot debate

ardly a week goes by these days without more calls for legalizing or decriminalizing marijuana. Last week, eight British Columbia mayors sent a letter to Premier Christy Clark supporting a Stop the Violence B.C. resolution which supports the adoption of a public health-based, regulatory approach to cannabis taxation and control. What’s interesting about the Stop the Violence B.C. resolution is that it mentions neither decriminalization nor legalization. Decriminalization of marijuana involves moving simple possession of marijuana out from under the jurisdiction of the Criminal Code. It’s still illegal, but not a criminal offence. The goal behind decriminalization is to ease the clogged justice system. It does nothing to “stop the violence.” The resolution put forward by the group calls for taxation and control. So, without saying it, it’s calling for legalization. After all, how can we rationally tax a substance that’s illegal? From a slew of provincial medical health officers to a passel of former Vancouver mayors to a gaggle of former attorneys-general and now a cadre of sitting municipal leaders, the message is clear … the current way of dealing with drugs is not working. When it comes down to it, the issue is basic economics … supply and demand. Legalization of marijuana is an attempt to control, not eliminate, the supply of marijuana. The other way of dealing with the problem is to hit the demand side. Marijuana has become so readily available it’s very, very difficult to curb the demand. It’s the path that the federal Conservatives have opted for and it’s one that history has proved to be even more ineffective than trying to cut off the supply. It’s simple supply and demand economics. If we cannot control the demand, then we must control the supply and the past 40 years has proven that completely eliminating the supply doesn’t work. It’s time for something that will work. –Prince George Free Press

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remier Christy Clark has a new political problem buzzing around her office. A year ago, the newly appointed premier was looking to change the channel for an unpopular government grappling with the fallout of the harmonized sales tax. Newly appointed NDP leader Adrian Dix was touting an idea that is all the rage with urban folks, a ban on “cosmetic pesticides.” All the better B.C. communities already have one, starting with Clark’s old stomping ground of Port Moody in 2003. So she figured she’d better run to the front of this parade, swipe a popular policy from the opposition and do something to redefine the B.C. Liberal Party after the tax-cutting, regulation-repealing decade of Gordon Campbell. But first an all-party committee would hold hearings around the province, chaired by Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett. Bennett presented the committee’s report last week, and one could see what was coming. Bennett is the rifle-toting outdoorsman who recently called on his

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B.C. Views government to abandon the carbon tax, saying it’s silly to keep pretending B.C. can change the world’s climate. He was recently appointed by Clark to co-chair the B.C. Liberal Party policy committee for next year’s election, a strong signal of the party’s rightward shift in response to the B.C. Conservative threat. Bennett concluded after 10 months of hearings that the public aversion to common lawn and garden herbicides is based on “chemophobia” that flourishes due to scientific illiteracy. That statement is both politically dangerous and absolutely correct. I first covered this issue in the Okanagan 25 years ago, when environmentalists fought the use of Roundup by the forests ministry to knock down brush and promote new trees. The evidence boils down to this: these complex organic

use for chemicals. Health Canada representative Lindsay Hansen said B.C. was the first province to ask for its advice, despite the fact that most provinces have imposed bans. These bans are political, not public safety measures, University of Guelph toxicologist Keith Solomon told MLAs. The committee also learned that “cosmetic” use accounts for only five per cent of pesticide use. Most of it is in agriculture, forestry and commercial pest control, with no ban proposed. MLAs in farming areas signalled their concern over the effect of this urban gesture politics. Backyard fruit trees go unsprayed and pests spread to orchards and fields. We have large areas of agricultural land reserve, but 85 per cent of the people who live in those areas don’t farm. The NDP is content to fan public fear and ignore evidence, as with smart meters and oil pipelines. The premier has a choice here. She can do the popular thing, or the right thing. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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compounds break down in a short period to simpler, common components that pose no threat. Thus, with buffer zones around watercourses and temporary entry restrictions, they are safe. Unfortunately, most people know little or nothing about chemistry and refuse to believe this. It’s part of the scientific nonsense trend that has grown in B.C. society for decades. We have parents turning their backs on routine immunization because of superstitions about vaccines. We have people panicked about imaginary health effects of smart meters, egged on by shoddy, sensationalist media reporting. The parallels between local government responses to smart meter hysteria and this scientifically ignorant push against “pesticides” is telling. As Bennett put it, when someone becomes convinced her child is at risk, “that mum is pretty darn compelling when she goes to council.” Few have the courage to stand up to that. The committee sought advice from Health Canada, whose scientists approve conditions of

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very news for virtually all article of Canada’s trade and news surplus with the broadcast U.S. some group or Were it not for organization is oil, Canada would protesting in have a trade opposition, yet deficit of $20 others are asking billion-a-year with Mary Glassford for financial the U.S. GUEST VIEWS commitment We have a trade from one level of deficit with the government, whether local, rest of the world, for example provincial or federal. $31.5 billion with China in Never mind the fact that local 2010, being able to export oil governments are always seeking to that country would help ease funding for infrastructure, the imbalance of payments. health, etc. Last summer, Peter Tertzakian, I was astounded to read that chief energy economist at a resolution had passed at the Calgary based ARC Financial, UBCM in 2010, objecting to the estimated that Canada’s Northern Gateway pipeline. producers were leaving $4.6 How many people were billion a year on the table, consulted before this resolution without greater pipeline went to floor? access that forfeited revenue What knowledge about is expected to rise to $8billion pipelines, oil production or oil after 2017. exports did the delegates have Oil tankers are now required before the conference? to be double-hulled, which I We don ’t want pipelines in understand, are without a major Northern BC, yet after some spill since the Exxon Valdez research I came upon something in 1989, yet we don’t want oil I certainly had no knowledge of tankers. and perhaps should have. How many opponents have In the north east of B.C. we actually talked with anyone have an oil pipeline – 820 km from either Enbridge or Kinder in length – built in 1957. There Morgan, or anyone else for that are three crude oil gathering matter about pipelines – never stations upstream of Taylor. mind what is transported by Oil is piped to a Prince George tankers world wide? refinery built in 1967 and to If economic stability and Kamloops for transmission to financial wealth of Canada the west coast. depends on the ability to move Recently my son sent an oil, then first priority should be article which caused me to to solve this issue. consider what is important. If not, then by all means stop Since the 1990s Canadians, in pipeline construction, and large part, have oil to thank for Canada’s ability to move oil our standard of living. Oil is which would result in job losses, Canada ’s largest single earner of and loss of revenue, perhaps foreign exchange. affecting our quality of life. According to leading The protesters and economists, it creates environmentalists don’t own our employment, wealth and income resources – we do. Decisions from coast to coast. should be made on sound We are one of the biggest oil knowledge and research, not producers in the world, sixth rhetoric and emotion. among oil-producing nations – third if you combine oil and Mary Glassford is a longnatural gas. term Quesnel resident, former Yet we are the only major oil Cariboo Regional District producer in the world that does director and city councilor and not have access to a global president of the Post Secondary market. Education Council. Canada’s oil exports in 2010 were $50.4 billion, accounting

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‘Tis the season to consider roses Written forty one years ago , this is still very good and timely advice. In the Garden by Peter Josephy , April 21,1971 Williams Lake Tribune t’s the time of year again, when nurseries, garden centres and various stores are offering roses and other shrubs for sale. Roses have been very reasonably priced in store outlets, sometimes less than $1 each. At these prices some gardeners feel they can afford to buy new roses every year, rather than going to the trouble protecting the old ones. When these inexpensive packaged roses leave their place of origin, in most cases California, they are probably in perfect shape. Like with other perishable commodities, trouble can easily develop when the product is not stored right. Roses and other plants simply will not stay dormant for more than a few days in 70 degrees temperatures. Now,

when we purchase these roses with sprouts up to 6” long and plant them out, these sprouts invariably succumb. This does not mean that this rose will die, though many do, but it is certainly set back considerably. With our short season this must be avoided, if we want to enjoy these roses by, let’s say, July. Planting time varies greatly from season to season here in the Cariboo. A minimum soil temperature of 40 degrees F. is necessary for any root action to take place and many of these packaged roses are planted too early. Many nurseries start roses in containers. These can be set out anytime during spring or summer. Often a month of growth is gained by planting these started roses. Since roses are heavy feeders, they should be planted in rich, well fertilized soil. Always make sure that the rose is well watered in after planting, preferably with a starter solution containing root

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Lin Weich has exchanged textbooks for fiction writing. Annie Gallant photo

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riting took Lin Weich by surprise. It now consumes her days. “I’ve never been a writer,” she said with a shy smile. A veteran educator and accomplished kayaker, who enjoys wilderness camping, photography, reading and writing, Weich was travelling along Highway 16 (Highway of Tears) when a large billboard warning of the dangers of hitchhiking sent chills down her spine. Adding to that, enthralling stories from a sea captain coupled with her natural curiosity and vivid imagination, Weich was on the way to her first book, Strength of an Eagle. The book focuses on a young woman, Maya, who, after being thrown off a remote cliff, survives and realizes she must kayak to safety, away from the man who wanted her dead. Overwhelming challenges, including a disastrous runin with drug smugglers, cause the main character to develop the survival skills and strength of character to survive all the ordeals. Weich said she started the writing process with an outline for the book and tried developing her manuscript from that, but soon realized she preferred writing vignettes which she then tied altogether. “My first editor helped polish the story and tighten the plot,” Weich said. “I then basically rewrote the story and added the common diabolical threat.” Finding an editor and deciding to self-publish her

work was the best option for this novice writer. “I had given up on established publishing houses and agents; they work with published authors with proven works. I chose to go self-publishing, but that also comes with a price both in time and money,” she said. “I found an editor online and we connected right away.” By the time Strength of an Eagle was ready for publishing, Weich had finished her second book and decided to publish them at the same time. Half Truths and Total Lies draws on Weich’s experience as a teacher in both remote and more urban schools. “The plot basically came to me in a dream,” she said. “Then I created the protagonist which tied the story together.” This book plays to the weaknesses in everyone and

particularly to the three teachers and one administrator the murderer set his sights on. Weich believes both books are quintessentially Canadian, reflecting the reality of life. “It’s the Canadian way,” she said with a smile. “My books reflect what happens to real people in a real life. I also sought the wisdom of family, friends and colleagues who could shed light on the psychology of my characters.” Both books are compellingly sinister and filled with suspense, which is, for anyone that knows Weich, a complete about face. “My books are a far cry from the image of a gentle teacher surrounded by little children,” she said. “The books are dark, violent and have sexual aspects that have shocked those who know me.” Weich is thoroughly enjoying her retirement and the new path she is following. “I have three more books in my head and can’t wait to start,” she said with a big grin. “I expect to continue creating sinister suspense thrillers.” As she navigates the unfamiliar and challenging world of marketing her books, Weich is learning about social media, websites and most importantly how to ask for the help she needs. “So much of the process has been a steep learning curve, but I’m thriving in this new direction.” Strength of an Eagle and Half Truths Total Lies are available from a variety of sources including Friesen Press bookstore, E-book sources such as Amazon, Kobo and several others, from the author’s website linweich.com and in bookstores.

North Quesnel’s community garden growing again The community garden is inviting the community to come out and help on Plant Day. The garden is located behind Quesnel Junior Secondary School, just off the alley. On Sunday, May 27, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., volunteers will be erecting the bean pole, planting the vertical culverts and raised beds, turning compost and transplanting the vegetables that have been growing in the greenhouse at the UNBC/CNC campus this spring. Children are especially welcome. A sand box in the middle of the garden is a good way for youngsters to keep occupied. Scarecrow construction will be a great activity for the slightly older set.

To keep everyone going, the regular volunteers are providing soup, buns and something to drink for lunch. Plant Day is an opportunity to meet the knowledgeable volunteers and an easy way to get involved with the garden. New participants interested in growing healthy vegetables and fruit to feed their families this summer are especially encouraged to come to Plant Day to meet the gardeners and check out the garden. Regular Wednesday morning workbees are a fun way to work with others to learn about gardening in the beautiful and productive space the garden has become. Everyone is welcome.

The community garden offers local residents an opportunity to learn skills, harvest vegetables and socialize. Contributed photo

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Kersley awarded Emerald designation One of 20 B.C. schools to receive SEEDS status Kersley elementary school celebrated the completion of 500 environmental actions, activities or projects with an Emerald School Celebration on May 16. Sue-Ellen Miller, the superintendent of schools, Caroline Mitchell, the School District trustee and Dennis HawkinsBogle, a former principal of Kersley and current principal of McNaughton Centre joined current principal, Angelina Gauthier, staff, students and family members for an event celebrating Kersley school and its accomplishments around environmental activities. Kersley school first started the SEEDS program in September 2006. That year they reached Green: 100 actions. In September 2007 they started their quest for Jade, which is 250 projects and reached that in June 2009. They started the Emerald quest in September 2009. It took three years to complete the 500 projects, which is Emerald Status for the SEEDS Green Schools program. Achieving 500 projects isn’t easy, especially for a school of only 60 students. In fact, Kersley is only one of 20 schools

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in B.C. to achieve Emerald. Last month Kersley school was announced as one of the 2012 Winners for the BC Green Games. This is a contest open to all elementary schools in B.C. and celebrates the green efforts of schools in B.C. Their BC Green Games entry focused on the 500 environmental actions they have completed to reach Emerald through the SEEDS program. Kersley school has also received a grant from the School District Green Initiatives Fund and a Conservation

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Education Assistance Fund grant. The celebration included songs by the Grade K/1 to “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle,” a PowerPoint presentation by the students illustrating environmental actions they have completed over the past six years, emerald acrostic poetry, a

performance of the song “Stewards of the Earth” by the Grades 2 – 7, which earned first place in the Quesnel Festival of the Performing Arts, and a pledge by all stating: We pledge to do our part for our planet. We will continue to do things to help the Earth. The event ended with the

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World No Tobacco Day is on Thursday, May 31 this year. This is a World Health Organization-sanctioned day to highlight all that’s bad about smoking. Tobacco use is one of the leading preventable causes of death. It’s a global epidemic that kills nearly 6 million people yearly. Make every day a no tobacco day. There are really only 4 pain-relievers on the market in Canada available without a prescription. They are ASA, acetaminophen, naproxen and ibuprofen. Choosing the right one can be difficult. Our pharmacists can help. Many people over the age of 50 are deficient in magnesium and this could raise their risk of stroke. Men need 420mg per day while women need 320mg. You can get magnesium from foods such as beans (chick, kidney, black, soy), spinach, halibut, almonds, cashews and yogurt. If you don’t eat these foods, there are supplements available to make up the difference. The Amazon jungle has long been a source of new drugs. Now, the Chinese are looking at traditional Chinese medicines, trying to isolate the main chemical responsible for their positive effect on certain medical conditions. They have already found a product for malaria and soon one for atrial fibrillation. These drugs will be available in China first then soon worldwide. Our pharmacists work hard to keep on top of the latest in drug research. If it’s new or coming soon, we will know about it. Questions? Ask us.

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announcement of an outdoor classroom at the back of the school. This will be a place to provide students with hands on opportunities to interact, observe, learn and relax in nature. Students had been volunteering already to spread soil into the designated area and one representative from each classroom helped plant a tree. “This is a continuing legacy of Kersley staff and students that started six years ago,” principal Angelina Gauthier said. “The environmental actions will continue with our outdoor classroom and other projects to show that we care about the environment.” The next goal: 1,000 environmental projects and Earth status.

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Power Pioneers award winner Matthew McLean of Quesnel, centre, was presented with his $1,000 award from B.C. Power Pioneers Toby Cave, left and Sharon Kreutzer, right. Matthew was selected out of eight applicants because of his outstanding commitment to volunteering with Relay For Life, Billy Barker Days, Northstar Church, Good News Gang and the Echo Lake Bible camp. With more than 2,000 hours volunteering over the last few years, Matthews application rose to the top. He has been accepted at the University of Alberta in the computer sciences program.

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Jonas Gagnon Sports Reporter

Crossfire unprepared for Assault

John Makowsky, from the Assault, shoots through the legs of Spencer Lee, in Thursday’s loss against the Assault. Jonas Gagnon photos

JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter The Crossfire played one of the best teams in the PGSLA Thursday, May 18, and it showed. The College Heights Pub Assault, last year’s PGSLA champs, dominated the game, resulting in a lopsided 17-6 final. The Assault came out strong, staying in control of the ball, and keeping it at the far end, for most of

the first period. The Crossfire, however, couldn’t find their legs and were down eight points after the first, 10-2. The Prince George team continued the assault through the first half of the second, shutting down the Crossfire while managing to run up six goals. The Crossfire’s defense started to find itself in the last half of the second, while the offense managed to slip one past the Assaults goaltender, to fin-

“As it stands, we really need a coach on the bench. It’s really hurting us.” Lisa Scott

ish the third at 3-16 in the visitors favour. By the third, the Assault started showing the rigours of having a short bench and slowed down, allowing the Crossfire, who allowed only one

goal in the third and made three, to stretch out and start making up some lost ground. The loss leaves the team sitting at the bottom of the league with a 5-0 record. “As it stands, we really need a coach on the bench. It’s really hurting us,” president of the local lacrosse association, Lisa Scott, said. Despite the somewhat rough showing, and a hard season for the team, Scott is pleased with the

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“It’s just positive the whole way round,” Scott said. The Crossfire go on the road for their next two games, May 24 and 28, reprising Saturday’s game with the Assault, then playing the Stylers on the Monday; both at the Prince George Coliseum. The Crossfire’s next hometown game is May 31 against the Devils, after which they are back on the road for another two games.

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Dressed for success JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter It's hard to be a team wearing street clothes in varying hues. People walking by invariably think a pickup game has started, or people have spontaneously gathered to all take part in some mystifying activity. So, in the name of solidarity, the Quesnel Cricket Club has imported a uniform all the way from India, thanks to a member who was there for a visit. "We're very excited to have the new uniforms," captain of the team, Kiran Puri, said. The new uniforms signal the team's dedication to the sport and show people they aren't just playing around out there on the field

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Listing #8142 Therese Galloway in attendance

Listing #8159 Therese Galloway in attendance

Listing #8162 Therese Galloway in attendance

Listing #8169 George Roach in attendance

Therese Galloway 250-983-9022

353 Reid Street 250-992-8818

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Listing #8189 George Roach in attendance

George Roach 250-255-0473

Quesnel Cariboo Observer Wednesday, May 23, 2012

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY Southern Carrier Community Engagement Hub Coordinator The Southern Carrier Hub Coordinator will work closely with parƟcipaƟng communiƟes. Will be responsible for day to day management and implementaƟon of the 2012-2013 Community Engagement Hub Work Plan and will be required to arrange and conduct meeƟngs with Hub members; and parƟcipaƟon at regional and provincial health gatherings. Key ResponsibiliƟes • Support leadership in understanding the TriparƟte process • Support the Southern Carrier Hub communiƟes in planning and collaboraƟon of health programs and services • Collect informaƟon for synthesis regarding: Health PrioriƟes, Health Challenges, Health Successes as input to the Regional Health and Wellness Planning Process • Networking to support intergovernmental partnerships • DraŌ news releases, brieĮngs, arƟcles and bulleƟns for communicaƟon purposes • Develop annual Hub work plan, budgets and reports in consultaƟon with Health Directors • SupporƟng and informing the Regional Caucus/Sub-regional caucus process, in alignment with Regional Caucus Terms of Reference • Conduct communiƟes health asset mapping process QualiĮcaƟons • An undergraduate degree in community development, a cerƟĮcate or diploma in an health related Įeld or the equivalent of educaƟon and experience Skills • Experience working with First NaƟons as well as knowledge of health issues and history • Familiarity with Southern Carrier culture and tradiƟons or a willingness to learn Salary: Dependent on qualiĮcaƟons and experience Hours: Full or part Ɵme on a contract basis; based on deliverables of the workplan Please submit your resume and cover leƩer by mail or fax to: Southern Carrier Community Engagement Hub Hiring CommiƩee 59 South First Avenue, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1H4 Fax: 250-398-6329 See full job posƟng @ www.carrierchilcoƟn.org Deadline: May 24, 2012 at 12:00pm. Only those short listed will be contacted.

Education/Trade Schools

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT FACULTY POSITIONS QUESNEL CAMPUS

The College of New Caledonia, Quesnel campus is looking to hire a full-time sessional instructor and a part-time instructor to teach in the eightmonth Health Care Assistant Program (formerly the Home Support/Resident Care Attendant program). QUALIFICATIONS • Minimum Registered Nurse, preferred degree • Previous teaching experience would be an asset Hiring criteria shall include professional qualifications, professional experience, teaching experience, college contribution, community awareness and personal attributes as applicable to the position. SALARY • Commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience TERM • January 2013 to August 2013 CLOSING • May 31, 2012 at 4pm or until qualified candidate is selected Interested applicants should apply by resume to Sonya Spiers at the address or fax below or by email, spierss1@cnc.bc.ca. Please include names, addresses and phone numbers of three references and a copy of your education and professional designation with your resume. The College would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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NORTH CARIBOO ABORIGINAL FAMILY PROGRAM SOCIETY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER The North Cariboo Aboriginal Family Program Society is a non-profit Society and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors representative from each of the Aboriginal communities in the North Cariboo. The Society works to promote the advancement and well-being of the children, youth and families of the Aboriginal communities. This is a full-time position and the successful candidate will work with Aboriginal people in the North Cariboo region providing a variety of family support services to clients of the Society. Candidates should have a minimum of a twoyear diploma in a social work or related field and additional training- in one or more specific or relevant issues, including early child development. Relevant experience is also required, particularly in working collaboratively with other social service professionals and with Aboriginal communities. The successful candidate will have good knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and social issues, a valid driver’s license, use of a reliable vehicle, and a successful Criminal Record Check. Application packages, including the full job description, may be picked up at the North Cariboo Aboriginal Family Program Society, 423 Elliott Street, Quesnel, or by contacting Lorene Pulles, Team Leader, at lpulles@longname.ca. A completed application form with resume must be submitted, in care of the Team Leader, by Thursday, 2012 May 31, 4:00 pm

Employment

Education/Trade Schools

Help Wanted

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Help Wanted

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilﬁeld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. 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.

Help Wanted

NEW CAREER Heartland Toyota requires a

PRODUCT ADVISOR: Candidates should have: • Excellent communication skills • Desire to satisfy customers • Ability to support a team environment • Drivers License Preference to Licensed Salesperson Heartland Toyota offers: • Full training program • Excellent pay, commission and bonus plans • Demo allowance • Motivating and prestigious work environment

Forward resume to john.tate@heartlandtoyota.ca

HEARTLAND

TOYOTA

make things better

**Preference in hiring will be given to persons with Aboriginal ancestry as provided for in Sections 41 and 42 of the Human Rights Code.**

106 N Broadway Ave, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2X7 Pho Phone: 1-888-879-0937 • Fax: 250-392-2288 www.heartlandtoyota.ca

OfÀce Support

GROW WITH US Canfor is one of the world's largest producers of sustainable woodbuilding solutions, and we've built our reputation on top quality products and superior customer service. A global leader in dimension lumber, Canfor is driving demand for green building products and serving markets in every corner of the world.

Office Administrative Assistant A skilled multi-tasker to provide assistance for divisional HR & accounting functions Energetic, organized and highly motivated, you'll apply your strengths in a fast-paced team environment in which you’ll process information in support of our management team. An effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, you will assist with divisional human resources and accounting functions and provide general support to the Divisional Accountant. This multifaceted role will see you in charge of hourly time processing, involved in the management of the benefits program and assisting with maintaining employee records. Along with having completed Grade 12 and a minimum of 3 years’ human resources or accounting experience, you are proficient with the MS Office suite and are ideally familiar with VIP or emPath applications. Relevant postsecondary training or experience (e.g. in business administration) as well as payroll or accounting program enrollment may also be beneficial. To apply, please forward your résumé by 4:00 pm Friday, May 25, 2012 to: Karen Van Essen Human Resources Coordinator Canfor Quesnel Fax: 250.992.8520 Email: karen.vanessen@canfor.com

Help Wanted An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our fleet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators. You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated field work. Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051 CUSTOMER SERVICE REP Be part of a team that offers a work environment centered on integrity, trust and respect. TEMPORARY, FULL TIME Are you looking for a new career challenge? Then look no further! Speedy Glass has an opportunity available in Williams Lake, BC for a temporary full-time Customer Service Representative. You will possess superior customer service skills and a valid driver’s license. APPLY NOW! By email to: recruitment @belroncanada.com or by fax to: (604) 415-8313 DRIVEN ENERGY is a progressive busy oilfield service company in the Midwest area (Lloydminster, Alberta) looking for experienced Pressure Truck and Semi-Vac Operators. Call 780-872-6533, fax 780-875-7847 or email: kirk@drivenenergy.ca for info and to apply. 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. PartTime Bookkeeper for busy law firm. Qualifications: Minimum 3 years bookkeeping/accounting experience including Payroll. Please apply in person to Karen Grosch, 531 Reid Street, Quesnel. Receptionist Needed - Saturdays & Relief Time. Must b-e competent with computers including EXCEL & WORD. Drop resume off at North Cariboo Realty, 441 Kinchant St. Quesnel or fax to (250)992-2240 SERVICE ADVISOR. Brown’s Chrysler Ltd. Westlock, Alberta is looking for an above average individual skilled in customer service. Duties to include: effective communication with customers, recommend scheduled maintenance and schedule work. Qualifications shall include: knowledge of vehicles and the automotive industry. Sales experience is considered an asset, strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, ability to work in a fast paced environment with tight time constraints, computer literate and posses a valid drivers licence. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager. Phone 1780-349-5566. Fax 1-780-3496493 or email: dalem@brownschrysler.com TABER TIMES/Vauxhall Advance is seeking an editor to lead a three-person newsroom. Candidate must be able to multitask, produce a quality newspaper and maintain online presence. Send covering letter and resume to: Coleen Campbell, Publisher. Email: ccampbell@abnewsgroup.com Deadline Thursday, May 31. 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

Labourers

Canadian Forest Products Ltd. 100 Campus Way, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7K1 250-991-7500 • TOLL FREE 1-888-660-7500 • Fax 250-991-7502 www.cnc.bc.ca/quesnel quesnel@cnc.bc.ca

Employment

Quesnel

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EXPERIENCED mine staff needed 25 minutes North of Quesnel on the Cotton Wood. Heavy machinery experience an asset Please email with resume regan@nnwmines.com

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Services

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Rentals

Medical/Dental

Financial Services

Auctions

Misc. for Sale

Sporting Goods

M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

BC LIVESTOCK is holding a ranch equipment auction Saturday May 26th 10:30A.M. For Craig Ervin of Lone Butte. Tractors, haying equipment, backhoe, trucks, tools, saddles & tack, skidoo’s, quads, lots, lots more. View website at www.bclivestock.bc.ca F.M.I. Call 250-573-3939

24th ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 25th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 26th from 10am-4pm. Approx. 125 tables.$3 admission is good for both days.

Bow ﬂex XTREME 2 SE Home gym

Mobile Homes & Parks

Apt/Condo for Rent

Dental Assistant Required. Reply to Dr. Harvey Thompson, #22-665 Front St., Quesnel BC V2J 5J5 (250)9923771 email: diharv@shaw.ca

Employment

Trades, Technical AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN. Journeyman Automotive Service Technician required. 45 minutes North of Edmonton, Alberta. Busy ﬂat rate Chrysler dealership. Above average wages to commensurate with training level achieved. Chrysler experience an asset but not essential. 4th year apprentice considered. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager. Phone 1-780-349-5566. Fax 1780-349-6493 or email: dalem@brownschrysler.com FOREST Fire Medics and Class 4 or Class 1 Drivers Wanted. Email resume to sarah@alphasafety.net or fax to 250.785.1896.

INWOOD Trucking LTD. Quesnel BC seeks Commercial Transport Mechanic. We offer year round full time work (afternoon shift in winter months), competitive wages, beneﬁt package. Must have Inspector License, will be responsible for PM program of large ﬂeet of logging trucks and trailers. Please Reply via fax (250)992-6853, or email: inwoodtrucking@telus.net

Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certiﬁcation, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

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Farm Equipment

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Medical Health The latest scientiﬁc information on Diabetes, Heart disease, MS Arthritis etc go to w w w. r o n s m a c h i n e t o o l s . c a then go to life style medicine page.

4 cyl Perkins Diesel , 495 Allied Loader w/ quick Detach bucket & Bale Fork runs Excellent Super cond. $15,500.00 call 250-991-8910 Crosslink Chains , (like new) $200.00 obo call 250-991-8910

DENIED CANADA Pension plan disability beneﬁts? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca

Seed / Fertilizer Spreader , (used 4 times) $400.00 OBO call 250-991-8910

Services

Hauling & Salvage

Garage Sales

Health Products

Free scrap car removal cash for some call 250-992-9664 or 250-983-8256

Garage Sale! BIG Items! #17 - 562 Elm St. Saturday, May 26th & Sunday, May 27th, 8AM - 3PM

Home Repairs

Garage Sale! Sat. May 26th & Sun. May 27th, 9AM - 4PM 650 Bowron Ave. Household Items/Furniture

Work Wanted Norm’s Handyman service rototilling, lawns. 250-255-1874

WAIST AWAY the summer days in a new bathing suit. Get your 1st 9 weeks for $99proven results! Call Herbal Magic right now 1-800-8545176.

Financial Services DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!

For All Your Plumbing Needs! Simple repairs or complete installations HOME COMFORT SYSTEMS

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Trades, Technical

Real Estate For Sale By Owner 1986 mobile with over 1100 sqft on 5.33 acres. Two bedrooms and den, one bath. Entire property is fenced and crossed fenced. Two stall barn with hay storage and tack/grain room. Riding ring, another seperate horse shelter, and four more storage buildings. $179,000 Call to view. 250-2496802

Misc. Wanted WANTED: Old lever action Winchester & Marlin riﬂes and carbines. Call (250)791-6369

Houses For Sale Red Bluff area 3 bdrm deregistered mobile home , many updates incl metal free standing roof, covered deck , laminate ﬂoors , vinal windows, 20 X 24 insulated & wired shop, on 1/2 acre . $127,000.00 obo call 250-747-8357

Multi- family garage sale Sat May 26 9:30am-12:30pm @ 490 Lewis Dr ( Aveline Place) household items, puzzles, washer & Dryer , Books & baking (West Quesnel)

Sporting Goods

Mobile Homes & Parks

USED GOLF CARTS, excellent condition, with warranties. Call to view. 250-395-4775.

1998 2Bdrm. Mobile Home 14 X 70 in Adult Park South of Quesnel. 747-2788/983-2414

Financial Services

Call 877.898.2580 HEATING

VENTILATION

dealer

250-991-0033

Merchandise for Sale

Appliances KENMORE DRYER 80 SERIES $150.00 CALL (250)747-2277

Trades, Technical

Debt troubles? Get your ﬁnancial life back. Ǧ Ǧ Ǧ

Millwrights • Electricians Heavy Duty Mechanic • Labourers Maintenance Planner/Supervisor Cariboo Region, BC

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. 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

No Parties, No Pets References Required

Apt/Condo for Rent

951 Abbott Drive

250-992-2806

WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr.

WOODGROVE MANOR 1241 Lark Avenue

Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Move-In Incentives Available. Call 250-992-8949

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.

Renaissance I

Call Shawna

Apartments

250•992•7868 Members of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program

Bachelor - $500 + 1 Bdrm. - $525 + 2 Bdrm. - $600 + No parties, No Pets References Required

References required.

Commercial/ Industrial

FIR Crest Apartments - 1 & 2 bdrm suites, North Quesnel. N/P, no parties. (250)992-6593/(250)255-6593

TWO Commercial Spaces Available NOW - Prime downtown Quesnel, BC; #1 1100sf, new roof, former eatery; #2 - 2300sf, ofﬁces. Email frchin@gmail.com or call 604731-8389

Open Houses

575 Doherty Drive

250-992-1195

Your ﬁnancial future starts with a free conﬁdential consultation.

1080 sq. ft. 3 bdrm rancher updated throughout. New rooﬁng Sept. 2011, new lino in kitchen, new hot water tank, beautiful fenced yard with sundeck & 16x24 insul, wired shop. .51 ac. lot. Short walk to elem school.

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Education/Tutoring

Bob Marsh Marsh in in attendance attendance -- Two Yourchances chance to view Bob 1639 Maple Drive

CALL 877.898.2580

Education/Tutoring

Dean Prentice, Trustee

Education/Tutoring

FIRST AID, COMPUTER & WORKSAFE COURSES BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US

Rentals

Thurs. May 24, 6 - 8 pm & Sat. May 26, 12 noon - 3 pm

AIR CONDITIONING

An independent

24 HR. SERVICE

1 Bdrm. - $525 + 2 Bdrm. - $600 + 3 Bdrm. - $700 +

Open House

FREE CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION

Licensed, Government Approved, BBB Accredited.

DROWNING IN Debts? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation. Toll Free 1 877-5563500 www.mydebtsolution.com GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

Cd/Owners Manual Fitness Guide , Excellent cond. asking $1300.00 Used Two yrs lightly call 250-991-8910

STEEL BUILDING - Blowout sale! 20x26 $5,199. 25x28 $5,799. 30x42 $8,390. 32x56 $11,700. 40x50 $14,480. 47x76 $20,325. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422.

Business/Ofﬁce Service

Apartments

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

GET FAST Restless Leg Syndrome and Leg Cramp Relief. safe with medication, all natural, proven results, guaranteed!!! Sold in 75 Countries. 1800-765-8660 EST. www.allcalm.com **HOME PHONE Reconnect** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348 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.

255 Massey Tractor

Renaissance II

1993 14x 60 Trailer, with large addition and covered deck, Laundry / mudroom , 3 bdrm 2 full bath, Large fenced yard with 2 wired heated sheds 250-249-5721 $ 97,500.00

OFA Level 1: May 17, 19, June 2, 16 • 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: June 3 • 8 am - 5 pm, $120 Foodsafe: May 26, June 9 • 8 am - 5 pm, $70

Cottonwood House Open Daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm 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

250-983-6900 or www.sd28.bc.ca 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

$179,500

Bob Marsh Bus: 250-992-7202

Cell: 250-983-5003 bobmarsh@goldcity.net

QUESNEL REALTY

355 St. Laurent Ave.

FOR THE OPEN HOUSE AFTERNOON 1247 Moffat Ave., Johnston Sub. CUP...

Thursday May 24th 5:30-7:30 pm

#3724 - CUTE & COZY

2 bdrm bungalow in Johnston Sub. Starter, retirement or rental home, you decide. Home has had updates including electrical, kitchen, bathroom windows & ﬂooring. Single gge, fenced yard, patio.

154,900.

Bobbi Momer in attendance

Bobbi Momer Bus: 250-992-7202 Cell: 250-991-9063

QUESNEL REALTY

Quesnel Cariboo Observer Wednesday, May 23, 2012

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Rentals

Transportation

Legal Notices

Duplex / 4 Plex

Motorcycles

Scrap Car Removal

Boats

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

Newer clean quiet 2 bdrm unit incl w/d, f/s, fenced yard, storage shed, close to mall, schools & transit. N/P, $675 + utilities. New laminate ﬂooring. Avail June 1st.(250)991-6358. N Quesnel 2Bdrm suite in 4Plex. Walking distance to all amenities. Ideal for older or working couple. Private drive & entrance. Avail. immediately. Call (250)992-5796

YAMAHA, WR 450 Dirt Bike, Very Clean, New Tires, New Chain,Bush Guards, Electric Start, Shop Stand, Excellent Condition, Ready to Ride. $4200. shopdaddy@shaw.ca

Scrap Batteries Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

10 Ft. Fishcat Pontoon Boat

Between LEO DAVID RUTLEDGE, Plaintiff and VIVIAN JIMMIE, Defendant and INSURANCE CORPORATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA, third party

Recreational/Sale

Trucks & Vans

Recreation 1995 Snow Villa Ltd

35 ft 5th Wheel 2 slides, sleeps 4, central vac., entertainment center, air, loads of storage, awning, fully loaded Stored inside in winter.

1.2 HP Gas Outboard Pullout standup deck, elevated stripping basket, Rod holders, large rear metal carrying deck. 3 years old. Mint condition. $650.00 Call (250)747-0200

1983 Ford Citation Motorhome

Class C, 24’, Queen bed, Double bed & 2 Bunk beds, 3 way fridge, stove with oven, furnace. 132,000 km. New front tires, roof top A/C, CD player, big steel box on back for “camping stuff”. Equipped to tow. 4 piece bathroom. Great condition. Ready to go. $7,900 (250)992-5440 after 5pm

1988 Dodge Ram pickup 6 cylinder, auto. Only 42,720 km Must be seen. Phone 250-991-0925 $4,000

1994 Slumber Queen 23.5’ Fifth Wheel, $7,500

5th Wheel Only - $20,000

(Truck avbl for purchase)

(250)992-6033

Suites, Lower Clean 1 bdrm suite, close to school,& mall.$475/mo n/p, n/s Call 250-992-8715 North Quesnel - Bright 1 bdrm bsmt suite, utilities included, w/d, $550/mo. (250)992-2362

Suites, Upper NQ 2Bdrm. Suite. N/S, N/P Available June 1st. Call Jim (250)255-0845

Great light trailer with recent H.D. axles installed /c spring over axle. Full load /c A/C, forced air furnace, large fridge, 4 burner stove /c oven, water heater, heated fresh, grey & black holding tanks, microwave, electric front jacks, great ﬂoor plan /c kitchen at rear, lots of storage through out unit. (250)992-3300 Quesnel, BC

2002 Trail Lite 19’ Bantam

1994 3/4 Ton Ford XLT 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.

Townhouses

FOR RENT IN QUESNEL

3 bdrm. / 2 level / fresh paint Quiet family twnhouses. Close to schools & shops. From $525/mth.

Legal

Legal Notices Warehouseman’s Lien Act Notice is hereby given to BARB NICHOLSON,5040 Bastin Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 6R1 Southbend RV & Mini Storage 1491 Jade Street, Quesnel, BC will sell by auction, household and personal goods on July 15, 2012, unless $1482.07 for rental space is paid in full. Warehouseman’s Lien Act Notice is hereby given to MARY ANN VALKIRS, 1553 Chief Dominic, Quesnel BC V2J 7J1 Southbend RV & Mini Storage 1491 Jade Street, Quesnel, BC will sell by auction, household and personal goods on July 15, 2012, unless $292.34 for rental space is paid in full.

Cars - Domestic

To: Vivian Jimmie, the Defendant TAKE NOTICE THAT on May 7, 2012 an order was made for service on you of a Notice of Civil Claim issued from the Prince George Registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia in proceeding number 1140214 by way of this advertisement. In the proceeding, the Plaintiff claims the following relief against you: a. General damages b. Special damages; c. Interest pursuant to the Court Order Interest Act R.S.B.C. 1996, c.79; d. Costs; and e. Such further and other relief as to this Honourable Court may deem just and meet. You must ﬁle a responding pleading within the period required under the Supreme Court Civil Rules failing which further proceedings, including judgment, may be taken against you without notice to you. You may obtain, from the Prince George Registry, at 250 George Street, Prince, George, British Columbia a copy of the Notice of Civil Claim and the order providing for service by this advertisement. This advertisement is placed by the Plaintiff whose address for service is 900-550 Victoria Street, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 2K1, fax (250)564-7873.

1997 Chevrolet Venture

Transportation

Fetch a Friend from the SPCA today! spca.bc.ca Tenders

Tenders

Cariboo Regional District

REQUEST FOR

PROPOSALS CHILCOTIN INVASIVE PLANT MANAGEMENT CONTRACT The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) invites qualiĮed Įrms or individuals to submit a proposal to treat invasive plants within the Region. The objecƟve of the project is to provide integrated invasive plant management services to sites within CRD Electoral Areas J and K (ChilcoƟn SubRegion) on Crown Land and Private Property. Proposals must be received no later than 2:00 pm, Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at the following address: Cariboo Regional District Suite D, 180 N. Third Ave. Williams Lake, BC V2G 2A4 RFP documents may be obtained from www.cariboord. bc.ca at no charge. Any inquiries with respect to the Request for Proposals must be directed to:

Like New! Expandable

$10,000 OBO. Call (250)992-5705

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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DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN A Pest Management Plan (PMP), uniquely referenced as ‘WLP PMP-2012’, has been proposed by Williams Lake Plywood; a Division of West Fraser Mills Ltd. (West Fraser). This proposed PMP covers West Fraser’s managed silviculture obligations located within the majority of the Central Cariboo and Chilcotin Forest Districts, as well as the small southern portion of the Quesnel Forest District. This area encompasses the communities of Williams Lake, Quesnel, HorseÀy and Likely. The use of herbicides is intended within the area to which the PMP applies. The herbicides listed below are proposed for use within the context of this PMP for vegetation control. Application methods could include aerial and ground based treatments. Ground based applications of glyphosate include backpack sprayer (spot or broadcast), cut stump, and hack and squirt methods. Ground based applications of triclopyr will be conducted using the backpack basal bark method targeting single stems. Aminopyralid, picloram, 2, 4-D and clopyralid will be used only on West Fraser’s managed roadsides and landings for spot treatment of invasive plant infestations using the backpack sprayer method.

Application

Herbicide Trade Name

Active Ingredient

Vision, VisionMax, Vantage, Vantage Forestry, Weed-Master

Glyphosate

Common

Yes

19899, 27736 26172 26884 29009

Release, Garlon RTU

Triclopyr

Common

Yes

22093 29334

Usage

Aerial Ground

Pesticide Control Products Act #

Milestone

Aminopyralid

Common

Yes

28517

Tordon 22K, Tordon 101

Picloram Picloram/2, 4-D

Common

Yes

9005 9007

Lontrel 360

Clopyralid

Common

Yes

23545

This proposed PMP shall be in force for a ¿ve year period (2012-2017) from the date that the Pesticide Use Notice has been con¿rmed by the BC Ministry of Environment. A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant at the address below within 30 days of the publication of this notice. Williams Lake Plywood; a Division of West Fraser Mills Ltd. P.O. Box 4509 4200 North MacKenzie Avenue, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2V5 Phone: 250-392-7731, Fax: 250-398-6535 Email: greg.jorgenson@westfraser.com Copies of the proposed PMP and maps may be examined @ the above location by appointment with Greg Jorgenson, RPF.

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