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Thapar denied UBCM AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter Coun. Sushil Thapar has been denied representing the city at an annual function. Due to restrictions placed on the councillor, Thapar is now required to seek council permission prior to representing the city at any function or traveling out of town on behalf of the Gold Pan City. Following censure protocol, Thapar recently requested council approval to attend the Union of BC Municipalities conference. That request was denied. “What right do they have to stop me from doing the work I was elected to do,� Thapar said. A recommendation by the executive committee comprised of Mayor Sjostrom and Couns. Laurey-Anne Roodenburg and Ed Coleman was on the agenda and read: “The recommendation of the executive committee is to allow Coun. Thapar to attend the annual UBCM convention, on behalf of the City of Quesnel, due to the importance of the UBCM convention. In allowing this request by
Coun. Thapar, Council requests Coun. Thapar to keep his communications with and about, the mayor and other members of council respectful.� “I’ve been 10 times to the convention and now these people are telling me I can’t go, due to disrespect?� Thapar said. In an interview with the Observer in July, Thapar called his council members “morons� prompting council to place restrictions (censure)on their colleague. “I’ve apologized and they are still punishing me,� Thapar said. “But it’s not just denying me, it’s denying the taxpayers who voted me in.� Mayor Mary Sjostrom, who supported the recommendation to allow Thapar attendance on the grounds he “keep his communications with, and about, the mayor and other members of council respectful� voted in favour of Thapar attending, as did Coun. Coleman and Thapar. Couns. Roodenburg, Mike Cave and Scott Elliott opposed the recommendation. Coun. John Brisco wasn’t in attendance. Once a vote is split it is automatically defeated.
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See how it’s done During the Aug. 18 Quesnel Farmers’ Market, Flavours of Quesnel, several vendors offered samples of their products and also provided demonstrations. Jodi Ballinger of The Dandelion Bucket works on one of her products. Autumn MacDonald photo
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Investigation continues into a suspicious occurrence which took place on the Moffat Bridge in Quesnel Saturday afternoon. Shortly before 3 p.m. Aug. 18, Quesnel RCMP received a report of a male jumping off the Moffat Bridge into the Fraser River. Witnesses were concerned for the male’s well being and called 911. Quesnel RCMP and Search and Rescue personnel commenced a search of the shoreline and river but were unable to locate the male. An aerial search of the area was also conducted. The male was not located and Quesnel RCMP have not
received any subsequent missing persons report for a male matching this description. The male is described as a thin Caucasian male who appeared to be in his late teens or early 20s. He was wearing light brown / tan shorts and had long dark hair and possibly a beard. RCMP are looking to speak with anyone who may have information regarding this incident or who may know the identity of the male involved. Anyone with any information is asked to call the Quesnel RCMP at 250-992-9211.
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United Aboriginal Housing Society will be holding their 23nd Annual General Meeting on September 10th, 2012 at 4 pm The meeting will be held at Mr. Mikes, located at 450 Reid Street. Quesnel, BC. If you would like to become a member of United Aboriginal Housing Society please contact the housing ofďŹ ce on or before September 5, 2012 at 250-992-3306
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Fraser Village air system working DANIKA M. HÉBERT Observer Reporter The new air circulation system in Fraser Village is now fully operational. Coastpro Contracting Ltd. (The General Contractor) fulfilled all its obligations under their contract with The Fraser Village Housing Society and received a certificate of completion in March 2012. The certificate of completion means BC Housing and the engineering company responsible for the engineering aspect of the job go through a list of specifications and ensure everything is done properly. Coastpro Contracting Ltd. explained the job was outsourced to them, a firm based in Vancouver, as BC Housing released a tender for the job, which Coastpro bid for and, ultimately, acquired. Norma Malic wrote a letter highlighting the issues affecting tenants at Fraser Village after installation of the system didn’t go as planned. “We received a grant, which was used to install a new heating and cooling system,â€? Malic explained. The system, which was installed per the engineer’s specifications, was designed to be too powerful, which caused the engine to malfunction. “When we turned the system on, it sounded like a plane taking off,â€? Coastpro Contracting said. “It was misdesigned.â€? The tenants, who had been asked to remove personal air conditioning units from their suites, were now left with scorching temperatures as the system was waiting to be fixed. As the new system was being installed, the
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contractors cut the bottom of the tenants’ doors to improve the air circulation when the system would be completed. Unfortunately, since the system was misdesigned, Malic showed concern for the colder months. If the system wasn’t functional by then, she said, the gaps at the bottom of the doors would allow heat to escape the suites and potentially leave the suites too cold. The heating and cooling system also lacked a control inside the buildings, so any adjustments had to be made by going up on the roof. During the repairs to the system, thermostats were installed inside the buildings to make adjustments easier. The engineering firm was contacted to be informed on the malfunction of the system, at which point they decided to make good. The system has since been fixed with a smaller engine, more suitable for Fraser Village.
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West side land stability project on the move Canadian Western Mechanical was awarded the contract for the pumping well and horizontal drain connections in the amount of $715,650. Although the amount is over budget for this particular portion of the project, the project manager noted the estimate for this work was done in 2009 when the city first applied for the grant. He further noted that since the original budget, extra environmental costs, required by the federal government, were incurred. The contract is to connect 14 pumping wells, 14 monitoring wells and nine horizontal drains to the city’s storm main and sanitary sewer system which will carry all the water from these areas off site.
Transit update The Annual Performance Summary of the Quesnel Transit System was presented to council and highlighted revenue increases of 5 per cent year over year even though ridership had decreased by 10 per cent. The revenue increase was in part due to the fare increases in June, 2011. BC Transit will be conducting a Service Review over the next several months that will include city staff and other community stakeholders. Informational presentations to council will be made throughout the process.
Miss Quesnel Royalty awarded Council said their goodbyes to the outgoing 2011/2012 Miss Quesnel Royalty and presented Miss Quesnel Jadyn Koldeweihe and Princesses Mickaela Ezowski and Victoria Lefebvre with appreciation plaques. Royalty thanked both council and the City of Quesnel for their support during their term as Miss Quesnel Royalty and encouraged all young women to share the experience.
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grams logue on renewable across energy and alternathe tives to expanding the Local countar sands. For more Zack try to information, visit her Boesem, benefit on Facebook, You newsroom@quesnelobserver.com from the founder Tube and Twitter. of The generPush for Cancer, is Important dates osity of Kraft Foods riding his longboard Canada and the Sept. 8 – Salvation from Quesnel to Van- RCMP Foundation Army community couver to raise money who donated $5,500 event for cancer research. to the Quesnel PartSept. 15 – Big If you’d like to supnership for Student Brothers Big Sisters port Zack, email Nutrition. This nonQuesnel Golf for Kids zboesem@yahoo.ca. profit agency runs the Sake South Quesnel will local breakfast club Sept. 16 – Annual soon be home to the in our local schools Terry Fox Run Dollar Tree. Council and provides nutriSept. 30 – 19th Anapproved the develtious breakfasts to nual Quesnel Womopment application approximately 500 en’s Fall Challenge for a retail expansion students in Quesnel Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 of 880.5m2 to 620 each school day. – CCCTA Tourism Newman Road. On July 8, Kim Slat- Summit in Wells Earlier this summer, er began her journey the City of Quesnel Proclamations across the province made a presentato engage northern September – United tion to the provincial communities in diaWay Month government’s Special Committee on Timber Venerable Supply. This commitRobina Courtin tee was tasked with Returns to Gendun examining and makDrubpa to offer 5 days ing recommendations of Buddhist teachings about the mid-term including a timber supply. Their Weekend Seminar report entitled GrowSat. & Sun. Sept. 29th & 30th ing Fibre, Growing CHANGE YOUR MIND, Value has now been CHANGE YOUR LIFE released and is avail“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional” Gendun able on the city’s Join us as we explore the Drubpa website at www. 4 Noble Truths of Buddhism quesnel.ca under “In Buddhist Public Talk the news” on the left Inner Peace, Outer Peace Centre hand side of the main Friday, Sept. 28th - 7pm 212 South 3rd Ave. page. New World Coffee and Tea House Williams Lake 72 Oliver Street, Williams Lake Quesnel was one of Gendundrubpa.com For more info contact: 15 breakfast pro-
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Skilled Caregivers Needed The Ministry is seeking skilled caregivers to provide residential foster care for high risk teens in Quesnel. We need experienced caregivers who can work with challenged youth: street involvement, drug/alcohol abuse, behavioural issues that impact their social relationships, success in school and/or youth justice. Your skills include the ability to be innovative and creative as well as collaborative, patient and tolerant. You will work as part of a team including family, social worker and community professionals.
Quesnel & District Chamber of Commerce Update The super fun “highly competitive” event of the year; the Chamber of Commerce Lawn Bowling Tournament is happening again. Come enjoy an evening of laughter, colleagues, fun and sport! Teams will be made up of 2-3 people, with a maximum of 40 participants in total. The chamber will provide non-alcoholic beverages and snacks! Admission is by donation and all proceeds will be donated to The Push For Cancer - Zack Boesem is longboarding 739 km from Quesnel to Vancouver to raise $1000.00 for the Cancer Society. Let’s help him meet his goal! Chamber of Commerce Lawn Bowling Tournament Wednesday, August 29, 2012 - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm West Fraser Timber Park You need to RSVP to Patty at 250-992-8716 We are still looking for pictures to be entered into our Weekly Photo Contest 2012! Weekly winners will be put into final photo contest where the winning photo will be used as the “Quesnel & District Chamber of Commerce 19th Annual Business Excellence Award Photo” for the 2012 Business Excellence Awards. Photographers are invited to submit digital photographs that represent what you love about our City. Photos should reflect the enjoyment of life and the unique locations, seasons and landscapes throughout the City of Quesnel. All photos must meet a minimum resolution of 1024 by 791 pixels (Award Photo will be printed 11x14”). Please submit photos by email to qvisitor@ quesnelbc.com. 2012 Business Excellence Awards Nominations are being accepted! Don’t miss the opportunity to recognize outstanding business achievement in our community. Nominations can be made in one or more categories. If you know of a business or individual that you feel has excelled and/ or has contributed to our community in the past year let us know about it. Each nominee must have been in business in the Quesnel area for a minimum of one year. Awards are based on the calendar year from January 1 to December 31 2012. Deadline for nominations is November 9, 2011. Nominees are not required to be Chamber of Commerce members. For a nominee to be eligible, all criteria points must be addressed in accordance to the Nomination Form in a detailed description that does not exceed 500 words on a separate sheet of paper. One form for each category. Incomplete nominations will be disqualified. Nomination forms can be emailed/faxed to you by calling 250-992-8716 or you can pick up a copy at the Quesnel Visitor Centre located at 703 Carson Avenue (LeBourdais Park). The 2012 Business Excellence Awards will be announced January 26, 2013. Business Excellence Award Categories are listed below: Business of the Year Business Person of the Year Customer Service Award Employee of the Year Community Spirit Award Home Based Business Go Green Award Tourism Excellence Award Young Business Person of the Year
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Mixed reactions over proposed $13-billion reďŹ nery DeLYNDA PILON PG Free Press A proposal to construct a $13-billion dollar refinery in Kitimat by media mogul David Black as an end point for Enbridge pipeline bitumen has met with mixed reactions from local leaders. MLA Pat Bell, Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation, says he sees the potential of such a project, though a lot needs to happen before such a proposal becomes a reality. “I think it’s a very interesting proposal. Of course it will have to go through an environmental review, and we have to make sure corporate investors are on board,â€? he said. He added he expects the addition of a refinery, should the project take hold, will change the conversation around the pipeline. “It changes the dialogue of the conversation around the Northern Gateway Pipeline, especially when you get an individual such as David Black, who comes with real credibility, and who’s engaging in this project. Order Photos On-line 24/7
“I look forward to following it along and seeing where it goes.� Bell said he knew Black was considering the project. “Mr. Black has e-mailed myself and Minister (Rich) Coleman over the last bit of time,� he said. “We knew he was thinking about this and thought it a was an approach to take in terms of adding value to the bitumen as well as mitigating some of the environmental risks in terms of transporting heavy oil on the ocean.� Bell added it’s a bit to early in the game to speculate on what having a refinery in Kitimat will mean to northern B.C. “There’s a lot of work to be done. I think we’re jumping
a bit ahead. Mr. Black, however, suggested there may be upward of 3,000 jobs created,� Bell said. “The notion of increasing capacity of refined product in B.C I think should be attractive to the consumer as well. “Refining your own oil then selling it back as oil and diesel to the consumer is likely going to create a more competitive environment for automotive fuel.� Bell added he’s disappointed by the NDP’s reaction to the announcement. “There’s a whole bunch of real interesting things that come with this,� he said. “It’s disappointing to me the NDP opposed it without
knowing anything about it. “I think that is worrisome. “My interest and approach is ‘tell me more.’ I’m interested in knowing more about this and what it can do for us. “I think their approach shows a real lack of respect for environmental process and a lack of understanding of what needs to be done to drive the economy. “If they were to form government and just say no to every major proposal that comes forward there will not be a lot of jobs in British Columbia Instead there will be a high rate of unemployment.� The proposal brought forward
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seeing as there is no change to the level of risk with the pipeline, then the pipeline should still not move forward. “There is nothing wrong with the principle of trying to add value or economic benefit to the project, but the potential for disaster with the pipeline is unchanged,� said Austin. “Northern communities know the risks are too great, and that’s why they oppose the project.� Terry Teegee, Carrier Sekani tribal council chief said the addition of a refinery is immaterial to him. The pipeline, he added, will still be crossing First Nations land. The risks, he said, are just too high.
“They have that recent ad of 99.99 per cent of safety success rate,� Teegee said. “We got a guarantee of 100 per cent. Don’t build the thing, and we’d like to see Christy Clark say the same thing. Don’t build the thing.� Paul Stanley with Enbridge said building or not building a refinery really has no affect on building the pipeline. “What we’ve been saying is that it’s not something that would impact the Northern Gateway project,� Stanley said. “If Mr. Black is successful he’ll still need a pipeline to move crude oil from Alberta to Kitimat. It’s an interesting idea but it really has no impact on the project.�
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nvironmental activists, politicians of all stripes and First Nations leaders are shaking their heads following David Black’s announcement last week that he wanted to see an oil refinery built in Kitimat to process the bitumen coming from the tar sands. Like many, I oppose the pipeline for environmental reasons. After speaking with local First Nations leaders, I think it’s going to be a very long time before the Northern Gateway pipeline sees its first drop of oil, if ever, no matter what Stephen Harper or Chinese industrial magnates might have up their sleeves. But, unlike most, I’m tipping my hat to David Black for at least trying. Whether we like it or not, the tar sands are going to continue flowing and one way or another the bitumen will find its way to a refinery somewhere. There are many downsides to Enbridge’s proposal and most people are more than happy to point them out, including Black. To his credit, Black said if Enbridge can’t come up with a credible and safe method to get the bitumen to the refinery, then he wasn’t interested. Regardless, the one thing lacking from the pipeline debate, until last Friday, was a sincere attempt at solutions. David Black changed all of that last Friday. He may not have all the answers, but at least he presented a plan that would solve a few problems, jobs in B.C., adding value to a Canadian product and avoiding the shipping of bitumen, the most environmentally damaging form of oil. In one bold move Black solved an anemic job market and found a better solution to shipping oil. For that I commend Mr. Black for his initiative, for looking through the problem and trying to find solutions. Black has yet to find backers for his proposal and so is dipping deep into his pockets for the couple of million dollars it will cost to get the environmental assessment process going. Kudos again to Mr. Black for putting his money where his mouth is. Yes, there are still many issues to be dealt with, but rather than just saying no, Black has tried to find a solution. It’s a beginning. –Percy N. Hébert/Interior News
Trying to strike a balance R
elaxing comes easy to some folks, but for me it takes a little work. I can’t say why exactly, I’m just wired that way. My husband, on the other hand, has no issues in this regard. Paul doesn’t need decorative little signs around the house that say things like “relax” or “breathe,” he just does it. For me, words like this are a great reminder to slow down and live a more balanced life. “You should go fishing,” he said referring to the annual 10-day trip he just came back from. “There’s nothing to do but kick back and take it easy.” The thought of sitting on a boat for hours on end waiting for a fish to tug at my line doesn’t interest me, but I can understand the appeal of basking in the warm sunshine for awhile, perhaps reading a good book. It would take some effort
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On A Brighter Note to get me to stop long enough to do it, however, and I can’t imagine not mixing in some work if the relaxation stage felt too lengthy. While Paul was drinking cold beer at the campsite with his buddies, I was busy at home with the kids, working and tackling an endless list of self-inflicted chores. Yet as hectic and overwhelming as my days often were, I still wouldn’t have wanted to trade places with him. Instead, I dreamt about escaping for 10 days on my own to do something I’ve been wanting to do for
him knitting, crocheting, bowling, singing or playing bingo made me laugh. It looked to me like Nanan had all the fun while Papa just pushed papers in his office. I’d wonder why he’d choose to still do that after he retired and how he could possibly whistle as he did. I get it now: his work brought him joy. My grandparents had very different interests, but they both gave the same great advice: that we only live once, so we might as well do what we enjoy as often as we can. Spending more time doing the things that we love and less time doing the things that we don’t will help make us feel happier and more fulfilled. Especially if we can remember to “relax” and “breathe” as we do it. More columns, blogs, cartoons and videos can be found at LoriWelbourne. com. Welbourne is a Black Press columnist.
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years: write a book. “You could write a book in 10 days?” one of my friends asked skeptically. “Maybe not,” I replied. “But I could get a great head start. With nothing distracting me but maybe a pretty view to look at, I could finally decompress and write what’s been brewing inside me for decades.” Whatever I produced would undoubtedly need a ton of work once my trip was over, but the time spent writing would be far more enjoyable than fishing, golfing, cooking, gardening, watching sports or doing any of the other activities my husband loves to do. “People relax in a variety of ways,” my belated grandmother said when I was younger, as she knit a sweater and explained why my grandfather preferred work over play. “Papa would find all my hobbies torturous.” She was right about that. The mere thought of
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Fully supporting media mogul proposition Editor: Media mogul David Black has my full support for his proposal to build a $13-billion oil refinery near Kitimat to process heavy oil from the Enbridge pipeline. I’ve had the same idea myself. Why should we let the Asian countries buy our
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Canadian crude oil and refine it for their markets when we could add value by refining it here in British Columbia and shipping them the finished product? This is a strategy that would create local jobs for our own citizens and address the environmental concerns around oil
tankers travelling in British Columbia’s coastal waters. I know for a fact that Alberta wants to do this because I worked on a project in East Edmonton (a stone’s throw from the refineries in Fort Saskatchewan) that would have seen it become a reality.
And as long as Enbridge meets the conditions and standards set out by the premier, moving heavy oil from Alberta through a pipeline would be a heck of a lot better than shipping it by rail or truck. That’s why BC should be working with Alberta on exactly the kind of
joint interprovincial venture David Black is proposing, a venture that would bring value-added tertiary oil refining to B.C. along with the heavy oil pipeline. Shipping gasoline, jet fuel and other refined oil products by tanker is just as practical as shipping crude oil and
a lot safer from an environmental standpoint. So let’s not waste this opportunity and the revenue and jobs it could bring to our province. There’s a lot we could do here in British Columbia with a piece of the oil industry pie. Roop Virk Chilliwack
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Answering the call Stefan and Laura Van Schaick are happy to make Quesnel their home. Annie Gallant photo
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here’s a new pair of hands on the Salvation Army tiller. Lieutenants Stefan and Laura Van Schaick arrived in Quesnel in July, taking over from departing Captains Jim and Deb Vanderheyden who have moved to their new posting in Fort St. John. “Everyone was unbelievably welcoming,” Laura said. “We felt comfortable right from the start.” After completing officer training in Winnipeg, the couple knew they wanted to serve in B.C.’s north, so when they were advised their first posting was Quesnel they were happy. Stefan is fourth generation Salvation Army. “The Salvation Army draws you back,” he said. “It’s the mission.” However, for Laura, who grew up in a Christian Reform Church, finding where she fit was certainly a journey. “I never questioned my faith,” she said. “But I spent two years searching, attending several different church services, including the Salvation Army, to find where I fit.” Already in a relationship with Stefan, the couple experienced other faiths together, although his Salvation Army roots were strong.
Six years ago, now 27 years old, Laura became a Salvation Army soldier. “Regardless of our relationship and Stefan’s Salvation Army background, I found the Salvation Army was where I was most comfortable.” And together they were commissioned and ordained as Salvation Army officers earlier this year through the College for Officer Training. The Van Schaick’s realize the Vanderheyden’s left big shoes to fill but are confident they bring their own unique skill set and strengths to the Salvation Army in Quesnel. “We bring a fresh, youthful approach and we’re open to learning and exploring new opportunities,” Laura said.
Stefan added they realize their appointment is not just to the Salvation Army church but also to the community. “We’re both passionate about a youth and children’s ministry,” he said. “We want our services to be multigenerational.” Stefan has already signed up as a football coach with four practices under his belt. He’s also looking to establish a Pioneer Club, which is a skills-based program (similar to Boys Scouts) with a worship component. “We want to build relationships with youth,” Stefan said. “In today’s society, there’s so much negative for youth and they are looking for somewhere to get help in avoiding
the pitfalls.” With a solid Salvation Army congregation and a supportive ministry board, the Van Schaicks are reaching out to the youth in hopes of encouraging them to participate. “The Warrior Song Cafe is a perfect place to establish a teen drop-in program,” Stefan said. “We want to expand its usefullness.” They also have plans to expand the services already offered to the community through the Salvation Army including possibly a community kitchen as well as budgeting and life skills courses. “We want to expand the role the Salvation Army can play in nourishing more than just their physical needs,” Laura said. “We’re looking to also support the spiritual and emotional needs.” With their first child on the way, Stefan and Laura know the new addition to their family will enrich their focus. “We want the ministry to welcome our child and all other children and their families,” Laura said. A Rally Day is planned for Sept. 8 at the Warrior’s Song Cafe from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and the public is invited to this free event. It’s a chance to meet the new lieutenants plus learn about all the Salvation Army has to offer. There are games, live music and a barbecue.
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Dangerous work in Chilcotin country Lives lost in the pursuit of power
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n the period of 1955 – 1957, the provincial government was doing surveys to assess the value of large lake and rivers for electricity generation. Local examples, as shown on an old pre-emption maps were: Big Canyon of the Quesnel River – 52,800 HP; Little Canyon of the Quesnel River – 52,800HP; Spanish Lake (near Likely) – 500HP; Fraser River at Cottonwood Canyon – 270,500HP and the Fraser River at Soda Creek – 320,000HP. Survey crews were sent out to install gauges to measure the generating potential. Many locations were in very challenging country, as Fred Phillips of Quesnel, revealed when he worked near Mount Waddington, Homathko Canyon and Tatlayoko Lake in the Chilcotin country. The following are his notes. From April 1,1956 to Oct. 31/1956 – setting up camp West at the foot of Mount Waddington; camp East on the east side of the Homathko River; on Mosley Creek above the Homathko; and the fourth main camp at the south end of Tatlayoko Lake. There were 10 men at Tatlayoko, four at Mosley, six at Waddington West and six at Waddington East. Williams Lake Helicopters service the camps from pads at Waddington West and East, but Mosley Camp was too rough for the machines. Tatlayoko serviced it. A shallow draft river boat was built at Campbell river in six weeks and it then motored up Bute Inlet which was 65 miles. Ten propeller sheer pins out of twelve attested to the difficulty of the passage up the river. Chopper pads,
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12X12 were cleared with room for a camp of men. Fred arrived at Waddington East on May 15, 1956. On the first week in June, as Fred reached Tatlayoko, the other chopper crashed killing the pilot. It was to have taken Fred to the next camp. That was Fred’s first near death experience. Later while cutting brush near evening, Fred cut his thigh with the machete, a helicopter took him out to Williams Lake where he was told the blade missed an artery by 1/4 inch and needed seven stitches – that
was his second near death experience. One camp was set up 200 feet from the creek and 20 feet above it. One early morning, at 5 a.m. a severe thunder storm occurred. The resident chopper was told to go up to a higher gravel bar on the Homathko River. The pilot did so in his pyjamas and was just off the pad when a 12-foot wall of water swept away all of the camp and its food supply and chopper fuel. By 6 a.m. a huge debris pile was evident containing moose, deer, bear and trees. Choosing a high camp site certainly paid off. A broken log jam caused the destruction but a week later they were back in business. Waddington West camp was set up in late April at the foot of Tiedemann Glacier. Surrounding boulders
were as big as houses with some as smooth as marbles. Fossils were found and on breaking volcanic rocks tiny red garnets were found. While surveying, an old road was found from 1905 when Col. Waddington and his men built it. It was eight feet wide and 200 feet long. Near this spot the camp was attacked by natives and several of the crew were killed. Natives said the area was taboo country. An old survey post was found, still standing and covered in thick moss with the figures still legible – a span of 55 years. At this spot, in September 1956, a red glow woke the camp at 5 a.m. and they could see the cook camp on fire. The cook was standing in the burning tent, in his burning pajamas.
Survey sites are marked with an X on the map. Map supplied by Andy Motherwell
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ROY GORDON THROSSELL sadly announce his peaceful passing on August 20, 2012 at home and surrounded by those he loved. A Memorial Service for Roy will be held at the Bouchie Lake Hall on Tuesday, August 28 at 2:00 p.m. A reception will follow the service. Those wishing to honour Roy’s memory by way of donation, may do so to the Old Time Fiddlers. Clayton’s Funeral Directors entrusted with the arrangements.
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Feb. 13, 1927 ~ July 11, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Ruth Coleman of Quesnel, British Columbia in Sherwood Park, Alberta on July 11, 2012. Ruth was born on February 13, 1927 to Arthur and Sarah Patchett. She was the seventh of eight children and enjoyed a wonderful childhood on the family ranch outside of Merritt, B.C. She attended school in Vancouver in her teens and followed her family to Quesnel when they relocated to start A.L. Patchett & Sons Logging. She met Edward Grenville (Bob) Coleman in Quesnel and they married in 1948. She was a devoted and loving wife for over 47 years as their family and business
As the fire flash decreased he was pulled screaming from the tent. He begged for someone to give him a gun to end his pain. A chopper flew to Williams Lake for the doctor, but it was too late. The doctor said if it had occurred beside the hospital he could not have saved Paddy. The job had to be done and they did it without today’s safety precautions, better equipment and advanced ways of doing the job. Much of what they did is still in place serving us well. Fred says it is a beautiful country but very dangerous and unforgiving. He would love to go back to the area some day. Andy Motherwell is an amateur historian and regular Observer columnist.
grew. She worked at Overwaitea for several years before becoming a stay at home parent to her five children. She was a fun-loving and carefree mom and her home was the neighbourhood hub for kids and parents. She naturally became a caregiver in her later years because of the depth of her loyalty and love. Her sense of humour and quick wit were her trademark throughout her 85 years. Her love of animals was contagious and her generosity led her to volunteer or contribute to numerous organizations such as the Heart & Stroke Foundation, the ALS Society and the SPCA.
Ruth is survived by her three daughters: Cathryn (Dennis), Louise (Monique) and Sarah (Tom); ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and two sisters. She is predeceased by her beloved husband Bob, her cherished sons William (Bill) and Victor, her parents, and five brothers. A service was held in Quesnel on August 10, 2012 to celebrate Ruth’s life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the ALS Society or the SPCA of B.C.
January 24, 1939 ~ August 19, 2012
Bill passed away peacefully on Sunday August 19th, 2012 at Dunrovin Park Lodge in Quesnel with his wife Jennifer at his side. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Jennifer; his children Angela (Merle) Sinclair and John (Marlene) Higgins his 4 grandchildren Audrey, Tyler, Jessica and Jacob; as well as his brother John of Florida, his two sisters Anne and Margaret, both of Ontario, and numerous nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his mother and father, John and Elizabeth Higgins. Bill was born in Scotland on January 27, 1939. He was an officer in the Merchant Navy in the 1960s when he met Jennifer. They married in 1969, had their children and then moved their family to Canada. They moved several times, including back and
forth across Canada, before they finally settled in the Quesnel area. Bill was proud of his Scottish heritage, loved the bagpipes, and was thrilled to learn to play them later on in his life. A memorial service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1490 Beryl Street, Quesnel, on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 11:00 am.
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he ‘new’ exhibits for the summer include “The Bridge Party”. In the days before television, DVD’s and computer games, people oft times socialized by playing cards. An afternoon of whist or bridge constituted an opportunity to hone your card skills and catch up on what’s happening in town. Bridge parties were one such social event. This would often afford the hostess the right occasion to show off her minor hostessing skills and provide her guests with cookies or finger sandwiches cut out in the shape of clubs, spades, diamonds and hearts. There were bridge clubs and tournaments held on a regular basis. Would the card players that used to and/or still do play bridge call and give us a bit of information on bridge playing in Quesnel? How does a bridge tournament at the museum sound? Manager Elizabeth Hunter and I spent an enjoyable afternoon recently with local author and historian Betty Edwards. Betty (as in Walter and Betty Edwards from Kersley) is just a wealth of PAST TIME information about life in the Cariboo, during the 30s, 40s and 50s in particular. At this time, Betty donated dishes to the museum. The reason these dishes are so special and of historical significance is they were promotional items from John Fraser’s General Store. In the olden days, businesses would often show appreciation to their regular customers by giving them gifts such as dinnerware. Now there was a little catch to this – you only received one a month. So each time you made your monthly trek to town to pick up groceries, you received another piece of that china. One month it might be a serving platter, another could be the cream and sugar set. Eventually, you would wind up with a table full of dishes. Be certain to stop in at the museum and see these. By the way, Betty is including this story in her new book about life in the Cariboo. Many stores would have giveaways like John Fraser did. For example, CD Hoy gave away engraved silver trays and Overwaitea had engraved silver trivets. We need to convince Randy Erixon to loan his to the museum as he has both! It’ll take a bit of convincing but in the interests of preserving local history I’m sure we’ll persuade him – eventually. Hope to see you as you “pass time” at the museum. It may make a difference to all eternity whether we do right or wrong today. – James Freeman Clarke Honey Affleck is chair of the museum commission and regular Observer columnist.
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Right; Eric Farnsworth crosses the line as the checkered flag is waved on one of the early Quesnel Street Stock heats. Left: Blaine Clarke leads the Mr. MIkes Mini Stocks around turn two in one of the early heats. Jonas Gagnon photos
Drivers scramble for points as racing season closes on ďŹ nals JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter Last weekend the QARA showed their fans how much they appreciated them with a change of price for admission to great racing to only a non-perishable food item. The non-perishable admittance fee went to the Quesnel Food Bank. Organizers were happy with the haul they could drop off to add food to the larders of the food bank. Last Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s racing was the penultimate weekend of racing, with only one more regular event scheduled before the invitational and points final in September. So, with the points final bearing down hard on the racers, the driving was fierce. Derek Christianson, from Williams Lake, took the fastest time in the Iron
Street Stocks in number 18. Local Jason Howlett took the 'A' dash in car three. Dave Zacharias, from Quesnel, took the top spot in the B dash in number 57. Sam Fields rounded out the dash winners, taking the C dash in his number 41 car. Derek Brears, from Quesnel, took the A heat in his number 12 car, while Zacharias kept his win streak going in the B heat. In the main event, racers rubbed fenders to nudge their way to the front. Henry Peterson, racing out of Quesnel, was third across the line in his number 11 car, preceded by Derek Christianson, out of Williams Lake, in car 18. But it was Brears continuing his win streak from the A heat who took the top place and the visit from the trophy girl. Terry Braman, from Quesnel, was the fastest around the track in the Mr. Mikes Mini Stocks in his number 52 car.
In the dashes, the locals claimed all three of the tops spots. Eric Farnsworth took the top spot in the A dash in his number three car. In the B dash, Blaine Clarke, in his 44 car, took first. Jas Sabbarwal, in his number two car, took the checkered flag in the C dash. Braman continued his domination of races in the A heat. Local Mike Garcia took the B heat in his number nine car. In the final round of the mini stocks, the main event, Farnsworth came in third, with Braman in second and Clarke taking first. The next race is on Saturday, Sept. 15 and will feature both the street stocks and the mini stocks. Following that race, on Sunday, the Gold Pan Speedway will host the invitational and the points final for the season.
Top 5 in points Mr. Mikes Mini Stocks Damion Shaunessey 125 Mark Zacharias 121 Blaine Clarke 115 Gabe Schwemler 104 Luke Zacharias 102
Quesnel Iron Stocks Derek Brears QARA 153 Henry Peterson QARA 149 Derek Christianson WL 42 Mike Lefebvre QARA 116 Dave Zacharias QARA 60
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JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter Above the BMX track a winding ribbon of dirt, dust and (at times) mud connects with the Bryce trail through the trees over rollers and around bermed corners, making a roller coaster on which you can ride a bike. The trail starts from the first 90 degree corner of the Bryce and meanders down the hill side and under the power lines to connect with the horse trail behind the BMX track and the swimming pool and from there onto the BMX track. The idea for the trail sprung from the mind of Lori Carifelle, prompted by her desire to make mountain biking more accessible. "I really wanted to make this trail so Landon (McGauley) could ride it," Carifelle said. The idea was to make a trail that would accommodate a four-wheel bike that people in wheelchairs could ride. To make it navigable for the wider bike, the trail is wider than the traditional singletrack and doesn't feature huge jumps or tricky bridges. The decision to make the trail more accessible has, as a side effect, also made the trail perfect for riders who have a hard time on the private trails, with their fast single-track, large jumps and difficult obstacles. The new trail, instead, offers a ride that beginners can enjoy without fear of crashing constantly dogging their wheels. "It's like a beeline at Whistler," Tony Cole, one of the volunteers and a trail user, said. "There's no real jumps, just rollers and berms." For those more familiar with ski hills than mountain bikes, Cole compares it to a blue square run at a ski hill. That, however, doesn't mean it's boring for the riders you might find dropping off cliffs and navigating 20 cm wide wooden bridges and teeter totters on their weekends. "There's lots of variety. People can go really fast on it, or you can ride it at your own pace," Clay Chisolm, a volunteer and trail user, said. Not only is it more accessible to people who can't ride the private trails because of the degree of difficulty, the trail also offers a choice closer to home and thus easier to access for riders who don't have the time or vehicular access to drive bikes out of town to a trail. While most mountain bike tracks thread their way
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through pristine forest in secret enclaves dotting the countryside, the new track, which remains nameless for the present, is a quick ride from both South Quesnel and the Johnston Subdivision, allowing riders to drop by after school or after work for a leisurely ride. This convenience has made it a popular spot for students on their summer break to come for a quick ride. Cole, a regular user of the trail and track, estimated the track sees 30 to 50 people a day using it already. The trail was financed through in-kind donations with plenty of the grunt work supplied through volunteers, though some of the work was farmed out to Dream Wizards, a mountain bike trail building company. The second trail, currently in the planning phase, will be funded through the Northern Development Initiative and will be built by volunteers. Carifelle gives a lot of credit to the volunteer workers spending their time digging and shaping the dirt, specifically Chisolm who she says has been an integral part of the creation of the trail. The volunteers, who are the same ones that spend time on
the trail and the BMX track, are just as impressed with her work as she is with theirs. "I just did the funding. I didn't do any of the hard work," Carifelle said. "The hard work's getting the money," Cole responded. "That's a big, big part of it." The next section of track should be done by the end of August if everything goes as planned. Now Chisolm, who will be doing a large portion of the shaping of the track, has to find out where there is open land. The plan is to create another trail connecting the Bryce and the BMX track which will be similarly malleable to rider's skill levels. The second trail should start in much the same place as the first one. Chisolm, who has done a lot of work on the trail is happy with how it turned out. The next one, however, he has big plans for. "It's going to be better than the other one cause the local guys are doing it," he said. After the trails are done, Carifelle hopes to raise donations for a four wheel bike that would stay at the track so people in wheelchairs would be able to borrow it, as the bikes are prohibitively expensive.
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JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter Women from all of Northern B.C. descended on the Quesnel Golf Course last weekend. Saturday, Aug. 18 the golf course hosted the Barb Smith Ladies Golf Tournament. With blue sky overhead and a hot sun sharing its rays, the golfers enjoyed perfect weather on the course. The duo of Cornwall and Mitchell took the lowest gross score for the tournament at 124. Sally Makin and Ann Martens took the second lowest net of the tournament, managing to keep their score down to 128. A stroke behind, Rickey Deis and Nancy O’Flynn took third lowest net score at 129. Julie Merrick and Sharon Clevland had the fourth lowest net score at 130. Leslie Gilcrest and Vonda Hofferd rounded out the top five in the gross score category with a 130. Lisa Kerley and Michelle Palmer managed a net score of 156, taking the lowest in that category. Just behind the top in gross score at 158, Anita Pendergrast and Josie Donaldson took the second lowest gross. Glenda Graham and Cheryle Poulin finished the day at 164, good enough to net them the third lowest gross. Nipping at their heels, Heather
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Found - Floating in Dragon Lake, good quality life jacket. Call (250)991-8005 to identify. LOST - Black framed bi-focals. Call & leave message for Del @ (250)991-0222
Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association Your tax-deductible donation either to continuing palliative care services or to Quesnel Hospice House will assist those living with or affected by life-threatening illnesses, by providing dignified care and comfort. Donations may be sent to: Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association PO BOX 4537, Quesnel, BC V2J 3J8 Volunteer Co-ordinator/Grief Counsellor 250-985-5815 Executive Secretary/Donations 250-985-5816
Thank you for caring. I just learned today that my friend Jens Ingstrup had passed away. Jens was one of the few good guys left in this world. You could make a deal with him on a handshake. Jens liked to laugh, but there wasn’t much laughter for him the last few years. He was so troubled as his health deteriorated. Inside of his body was a wonderful man. I will miss you Jens, goodbye my friend, and rest in peace. Darwin Netzel
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50th Darrell Love, The Gang!
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The following animals have been brought to the Q & D SPCA as a stray: - Adult female Calico Cat, short hair, grey base with orange & white. Pink nose. Found on Beach Crescent.
Employment
The family of Robert and Patricia Mufford invite you to a tea in celebration of their 60th anniversary.
Business Opportunities
Saturday, September 1, 2012 from 12-3 pm at the Quesnel Senior’s Center
Attention: We need serious & motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet/phone essential. Free online training www.createincome4life.com
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Celebrations
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You are invited to join us in the celebration of Tom Moffat’s 90th Birthday.
to everyone who came out to support our Grand Opening Day. What a success! Special thanks to: •Kelly & Theresa King •The Show & •The Keis Family Shine Participants •Big Country Printers •Dave Veer & family •John & Deb Matthews •Ketchum Enterprises •Harold & Vicki Wheeler •A & W •Charlie & Dee Dee Kimmie
CUSTOM & CLASSIC
A drop in tea will be held on September 2, 2012 from 1:30 - 4pm at 665 Kinchant Street
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Career Opportunities CAREER Opportunity Quesnel Decor Gallery is a Benjamin Moore Signature Store currently seeking an architectural coatings expert for retail, commercial and industrial sales. Qualifications: Must possess knowledge of paint product, systems & applications. Have experience with inventory control for both retail and contractor sales. Possess a desire to help customers choose the right products and methods to achieve professional results with their building maintenance and decorating projects. Good marketing skills for both inside and outside sales. If you work well with customers and coworkers and are genuinely interested in the Paint & Decorating Industry, we would like to hear from you. Please forward a detailed resume to kim@quesneldecor.ca www.quesneldecor.ca
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Experienced Hairdresser required for Berge’s Styling. Call (250)992-5335 The River Rock Pub & Restaurant is now accepting applications for Line Cook. Please drop off your resume at 290 Hoy St., Quesnel or email: riverrock@telus.net
Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430
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Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Owner Operators to be based at our Prince George Terminal for runs throughout B.C. PRINCE GEORGE and Alberta. Applicants have winter and Group mountain,of driving experience/ Van-Kammust Freightways’ Companies training. requires Owner Operators for runs out of our We offer above average rates and excellent employee benefits. Prince Terminal.drivers, call Bev, 604-968-5488 or To join ourGeorge team of Professional email a resume, current and details W ff ll driver’s t tabstractWi t / ofMtruck to: t i careers@vankam.com or fax 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
Nursing Unit Clerk – 6 months - Work in the heart of the hospital
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BUSINESS ADVISOR / LOANS MANAGER Full time position providing advisory and lending services to new and expanding businesses. Additional information available at www.cfquesnel.com.
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Recruiting journeyman and apprentice electricians for contracts throughout BC. Industrial/maintenance experience an asset. Clean Drivers Abstract and Drug/Alcohol Test are essential.
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Medical Transcriptionist – 9 months - Work online or in hospitals
SMARTSTYLE is looking for full time licensed, talented hairstylists to join our team. Please call Jenny at 1-888888-9998 ext 41101 , or email to: jenny.fike@regisconnect.com Thank you!!
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WesternOne Rental & Sales Bring it. At WesternOne, we continue to grow. This has lead us to Prince George where we look forward to expanding our business and becoming part of the community. To make this happen, we require a team of entrepreneurial people who have a passion for customer service and enjoy working as part of a close knit team. The following opportunities are available in Prince George…
Branch Manager Gas Fitter Outside Sales Rental Coordinator Driver ǡ ϐ ǡ ͺͲΨ ϐ Ǥ Please apply by e-mail to: Ron.McAleer@westernone.ca We currently have many employment opportunities available. Please visit the careers section of our website for more details.
C.I.F. Construction Ltd. is seeking Carpenters, Carpenter Apprentices, Labourers and Ironworkers (Rodmen) for out-of-town work. To apply please email resumes to: human.resources@cifcon.com Fax: 250-564-1339
Ad Designer The Quesnel Cariboo Observer has an immediate opening for a parttime ad designer. A working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop is an asset. You will be required to scan and download photos, receive and send emails and have computer knowledge. You will design ads for our clients and work cohesively with our advertising and production staϝ. The Quesnel Cariboo Observer is a Black Press newspaper published twice a week. Forward resume and references to: Tracey Roberts, Publisher Quesnel Cariboo Observer 188 Carson Ave., Quesnel, B.C. V2J 2A8 E-mail: publisher@quesnelobserver.com Fax: 250-992-5229 Closing date: September 7, 2012
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RE Rasmussen Chartered Accountant is seeking an experienced Public Accountant to fill a full-time accounting position in Quesnel, B.C. Responsibilities include: -full cycle public accounting -review, compilation and audit work -monthly bookkeeping, payroll, payable and receivables -personal and corporate income tax Skills and Qualifications: -knowledge of personal and corporate tax -proficiency in Excel, Word and various accounting programs -high level of accuracy and attention to detail -self starter and can work well with little or no supervision -preference will be given to candidate with designation and/or experience with public accounting RE Rasmussen is a dynamic company in Quesnel, BC, and is in need of dynamic employees. RE Rasmussen offers competitive salaries and benefits, as well as the opportunity for young professionals to build a long term career. Submit resume to: Email: rasmussen@quesnelbc.com No phone inquiries accepted Closing date: August 31, 2012
QUESNEL YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION FACILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER The Quesnel Youth Soccer Association (QYSA) is seeking a Part-time Facility Maintenance Worker. This position is responsible for executing and performing duties of maintaining buildings and fields in and around the Soccer Facility. • A minimum of 3 years experience in grounds maintenance preferred. • Hold a valid Class 5 Drivers Licence. • Perform a variety of routine and skilled maintenance, custodial, and repair activities involving fields, facility and equipment. • Mechanically inclined. • Work independently under supervision of the Facility Coordinator. • Work in compliance with all provincial and federal regulation pertaining to building, fire and health and safety codes. • Flexible and seasonal hours Qualified applicants are invited to forward their resume with cover letter to: Attention Facility Coordinator at memberservices@qysa.ca Resumes accepted until September 6, 2012 No phone calls please. www.qysa.ca • 980 Anderson Drive Quesnel, B.C. V2J 6N8 • (250) 992-2223
QUESNEL YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION MEMBER SERVICES The Quesnel Youth Soccer Association (QYSA) is seeking a part-time Member Services staff. This position is responsible for ensuring a positive member experience through excellence in program registration, communications and office administration. • A minimum of 3 years experience in customer relations, communications, events coordination and office administration. • Preferred experience in a non-profit environment • Ability to develop and improve office systems • Excellent computer skills and knowledge of database applications • Well developed interpersonal and communication skills • Demonstrates ability to manage multiple deadlinedriven projects at once • Capacity to thrive in a fast paced environment • Ability to work evenings and weekends-Flexible 20-30 hours /wk • First-Aid and soccer knowledge an asset but not essential Qualified applicants are invited to forward their resume with cover letter to Attention Facility Coordinator at memberservices@qysa.ca Resumes accepted until August 30/12 No phone calls please. www.qysa.ca • 980 Anderson Drive Quesnel, B.C. V2J 6N8 • (250) 992-2223
Arrow Transportation Systems Inc. is seeking qualified “chip truck”drivers for immediate openings in Quesnel BC. We offer steady longterm employment and a very competitive compensation package. The successful candidates must have “clean” drivers abstract and good references as well as experience with “Super B” train chip vans. Please send resume and drivers abstract to: Fax: (250) 314-1750, E-mail: delliott@arrow.ca or Call 877- 700- 4445
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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator 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. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.
WANTED: Class 1 truck drivers and/or Owner Operators to haul logs in the Mackenzie area for Duz Cho Logging. Must submit resume along with driver’s abstract and be able to meet all safety standards. Please send application to joydcllp@gmail.com or fax 250-997-5430.
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SUTCO Contracting Ltd. has increased our fleet. We have openings for experienced drivers in our flatbed division. Late model equipment, steady work, extended benefits, satellite dispatch, e-logs and fully assigned tractors. We need drivers experienced with flat-bed work, US capable an asset, some Canada Only runs available. Please fax resume and current abstract 1250-357-2009. Contact 1-888-3572612 Ext 230 or check us out www.sutco.ca
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SECURITY OFFICER / FIRST AID ATTENDANT Dunkley Lumber Ltd. operates a modern and sophisticated SPF dimension Sawmill / Planer facility at Strathnaver, BC, 40 km north of Quesnel, BC. Our quality lumber products are sold across North America and in overseas markets. We are currently accepting applications for a Security Officer / First Aid Attendant. Key responsibilities include emergency response, administering first aid and providing fire prevention and security services. The position requires working 12-hour rotational shifts. Applicants for this position: • must hold a valid First Aid Level 3 ticket and have first aidrelated experience • should possess security guard experience • should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with a team-spirited approach • should be proficient with computers • must be bondable This position offers a highly competitive wage and benefits program. If you feel that you are the person we are looking for, please submit your resume to: Personnel Coordinator Dunkley Lumber Ltd. P.O. Box 173 Prince George, BC V2L 4S1 Phone: 250-998-4230 Fax: 250-998-4513 Email: hr@dunkleylumber.com All applications will be treated in strict confidence. We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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EXCELLENT HORSE HAY 60lbs Square bales, 1st and 2nd cut 250-747-8416
PRICE REDUCED. Renovated house in North Quesnel. 572 Wilson Street. 4 Bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. 1363sqft per ďŹ&#x201A;oor. Asking $207,500 Phone 250-992-5471 or 250-9836316
Exc. quality horse & good feeder hay, round bales, & large squares. (250)296-3651 Hay - square bales, horse hay,$4.50/bale, also 100 bales of 2011 hay, $3/bale,249-5487
Merchandise for Sale
Appliances KENMORE DRYER 80 SERIES $150.00 CALL (250)747-2277 Vacuum Cleaner, great shape, $50. Call (250)747-1008
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Furniture Kitchen Table & 5 Chairs - $75 4 Dining Room Chairs, 2 are arm chairs, $35 each. Call (250)747-1008
Garage Sales 108 Lawlor Dr. Sat. & Sun. Aug 25&26 9-4 wedding decorations and supplies. Autumn trees-decorations. Household items. Snowblower etc. GARAGE SALE! 316 Dennis Rd. Bunk beds, hockey equipment, golf clubs, tools, kids toys & clothes, water trampoline. A little something for everyone! 9AM - 2PM, Saturday August 25th only. GARAGE SALE! 531 Nadeau St. August 24th, 25th & 26th 9:00AM - 3:00PM Garage Sale! Saturday, August 25th, 9AM - 2PM, Kids clothes: newborn - 5T, household items, 296 Ritchie Ave.
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Beautiful 2010 model. 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide, never lived in, surprisingly spacious w/2 bdrm, 2 full baths, great kitchen, drywalled, vaulted ceilings. Now just $99,900. #3712
Well cared for mobile home in quiet park. 2 bdrm, spacious kitchen, lge 5 pce. bath, vaulted ceiling, covered deck, private corner pad.Just $39,900. #3598
Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 â&#x20AC;˘ 250-992-7202
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LOCATION! LOCATION REDUCED Beautiful 4 bdrm, 3 bath family home on greenbelt side of Moffat Ave. Bright & open. Lots of updates. 2 F/Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 2 family rooms, lovely private yard. A must see at $232,000. #3779
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Willing To Trade our home in Lillooet for one of equivalent value of $220,000, within 40 miles of Quesnel. Must have 2 or more acres. We have 2288 sq. ft. 5bdrm. family home in quiet subdivision. W/D, F/S, drapes. Updates: new vinyl siding, kitchen ďŹ&#x201A;ooring & wood stove. Attached workshop 13â&#x20AC;&#x2122;X26â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & garden shed. Spacious corner lot 66â&#x20AC;&#x2122;X133â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Mountain view & lots of recreation nearby. Municipal water/sewer/school bus/good hospital/clinic. Email: ejmodine@yahoo.com for further info/pics or ph. (250)256-4493 between 6 am & 7 pm. No message machine so let it ring.
BEAUTIFUL custom executive/family, south facing home overlooking north end of Dragon Lk at 415 Thompson. Description and pics at propertyguys.com #68210. Open house by owners on Sun Aug 26, 11 to 4 or call 250-7472675 to book personal tour .
Renaissance II
Lots Beautiful 2.4 acre lot on 10 mile lake incl garage & septic system & water rights. $184,900.00 call 250-7473040
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Mobile Homes & Parks FOR SALE! Well loved mobile home. 2bdrm/2bath with oversized kitchen & washroom complete with soaker tub! Located walking distance to all your shopping needs. You will appreciate the 2X6 construction, the low maintenance pad & view of the Fraser River. Comes with spacious storage shed. This home is located in the adult section of the RiverWalk MH Park community. Close to shopping/Golf Club & connected to the Quesnel Riverfront walking loop. An ideal location to settle in & live affordably. $71,900. Call (250)215-8123. RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Ask us about our Free Rent option! Please cal 250-462-7055. www.copperridge.ca
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Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Silver Coins etc. Available now: 250-863-3082 WANTED: Old lever action Winchester & Marlin riďŹ&#x201A;es and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
Sporting Goods Exercise Bike, like new. $75 Call (250)747-1008
Real Estate Acreage for Sale 235 Acres for sale, only 10 minutes from Vanderhoof. Great building site at 10 acre pond, fenced, 45 acres cleared. $248,000. obo (250)567-3193 2639 Roberta Rd (Kersley) 12x60 Mobile 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 37â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Addition 2 baths, 3 bdrm, 1 full acre. Lots of Trees , Fenced and x fence. $ 97,000 obo Phone 250-747-1969 or 250991-9701 Lanny PANORAMIC 58 Acres along West Fraser RD. 35 Acres in Hay. $135,000. 780 394 7088
250-992-2806
3 bdrm Duplex in Red Bluff. N/G, F/S , carport , laundry room 250-747-3109
Mobile Homes & Pads 2bdrm. trailer unit near WalMart. Large secure fenced area good for large trucks. $700/mo. includes washer & dryer. (250)747-2951 2bdrm. unit in quiet mobile home park. $650/mo. includes washer & dryer.(250)747-2951
Retail/OfďŹ ce Space 146 Barlow St. downtown core - Approx. 1100 sq ft - street level, 1100 sq ft upper level. Can be rented separately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177. Available immediately.
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For Rent or Lease 276 Reid St. - 1600 sq ft Downtown core - Street Level - Available Immediately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177
Apartments Bachelor - $500 + 1 Bdrm. - $525 + 2 Bdrm. - $600 + No parties, No Pets References Required
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N Quesnel 1 bdrm. Apt., Clean and quiet, references required, caretaker on-site $470/mo. Available immediately. Call (250)992-5994, (250)992-3376.
Large, gorgeous family home. Over 3600 sq ft, 3 bed, 3 bath, bright oak kitchen open to eating area and den, main ďŹ&#x201A;oor laundry, living room, rec room & so much more. Double attached garage. All on .92 acres close to town. A must see at $279,900. 250-992-7202 250-316-1708
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1500 sq ft. rancher on sunny .97 acre corner lot on LoloďŹ&#x20AC; Cres. Attached shop and garage. Close to golf and shopping. School bus at corner. Asking $229,000.00 Phone: 250-747-2371
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Sunday, Aug. 26 - Noon to 3 pm Bob Marsh in attendance 694 Walkem Street
1 1/2 storey with full basment. Total 2376 sq. ft., 5 bdrms, 2 full baths. Beautiful back yard with detached garage, huge 101x132 .30 ac. lot near hospital.
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3 bdrm 1.5 bath character house, fenced yard, North Quesnel. Pet friendly. $1100/mo + utilities. 250-3162019 6bdrm. exec. home /c fenced yard, view of Dragon Lke. N/S, N/P, $1400/mo.(250)460-2207 (250)497-7886 West Quesnel , 1 bdrm suite in House, available Sept 1st $595.00/mo includes utilities. Please call 250-689-1499 or email iandgoliver@gmail.com WQ 4bdrm/1bath on double lot /c garage, $950/mo. Ref. req. Avail. Sept 1st, (250)991-0574
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Renaissance I
For Sale By Owner
Duplex / 4 Plex 1Bdrm Suite in $495/mo. + utilities. (250)992-5113.
Homes for Rent
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Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
1 Bdrm. - $525 + 2 Bdrm. - $600 + 3 Bdrm. - $700 +
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Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Move-In Incentives Available. Call 250-992-8949
Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cabsâ&#x20AC;?20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122;53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Apartments No Parties, No Pets References Required
WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr.
MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Sat August 25,2012 at 113 Lawlor Dr in Johnson Sub from 9am -3pm.
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$164,500
3 bedroom home Large shop, Reduced 250-747-3923
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QUESNEL SKYFEST SOCIETY WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR SPONSORS AND VOLUNTEERS FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF THE 2012 AIRSHOW. IT WAS A SPECTACULAR SHOW THAT COULD NOT BE POSSIBLE WITHOUT THE SUPPORT THAT YOU ALL GAVE. Thank you Roger Knorr for coming to the rescue with an air tank that enabled one of the performers’ aircraft to be repaired in time to fly his performance.
Special Thanks to: Quesnel Regional Airport for providing such a beautiful airport to showcase. Quesnel Emergency Services: Quesnel Fire Department: Mark Rawling Wayne Yager Bob Thompson Wade Dunn Will Sutton
West Fraser Fire Department: Kyle Veer Bouchie Lake Fire Department Thank you Laurie Rathier for singing the National Anthems
Congratulations to Sarah & Terry Bonnar from Prince George. They won a Weekend Getaway Airshow Package courtesy of CKPG-TV, Guardian Aerospace & Chemo RV. Also congratulations to all those who won airshow tickets from various sponsors and Facebook. Congratulations to our lucky volunteer, Len Bland, who won the Aerobatic Airplane Ride.
If we have missed mentioning anyone here, it is not because you are not appreciated, but only because there were so many who provided such a valuable contribution.
Thank you all who attended and look forward to seeing everybody at the Quesnel Airshow on August long weekend 2013 !!
Thank you to all of our Sponsors
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The Sign Stop Staples Ingram Well & Pump McKillican Production Services OTH Enterprises The Peak/Vanderhoof Radio HMC Services Inc Williams Machinery Douglas Lake Equipment Central Mountain Air James Western Star/ Aeroshell
Eagle: Williams Lake Husky Quesnel Toyota Quesnel Honda Quesnel Septic Sandman Inn Outer Limits Hair Studio Cariboo Security Social Media Divas Save on Foods Western Financial Group Buffalo Bill’s ATV Rentals Other Supporters: Spa Rivier Northern Industrial Sales
Sharks Club Dennys Restaurant Ruby's Nursery McDonalds Deb Quick/Adventures North Rona The Source Motherlode 10 Mile Nursery YXS-Prince George Airport Napa Naicam Flowers Larry Rode Show-100 Mile
House Westside Liquor Boston Pizza – PG Boston Pizza – Quesnel Wal Mart Northland Mortgages Eagle Building Supplies
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Transportation
Transportation
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Suites, Lower
Cars - Domestic
Sport Utility Vehicle
Trucks - Logging
WestSide small 2bdrm. bsmt suite, $625/mo. heat, hydro & Sat. TV incl. Shared laundry, (778)466-0998 Avail. Sept 1st
For Sale: 1997 Lexus Lx450 356,000 km, leather interior, little rust, runs well. $6,000- call 250-255-7410
Suites, Upper
Want to Rent YOUNG couple seeking land lease for organic vegetable farm. Ideal property is 5-15 acres, good water access, onsite housing preferred. 778440-6477
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4 door, grey, 28,536 km’s 3.5 V6 engine, like new condition, winter tires included Asking $11,500 Call (250)992-6042
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Happy 7th Birthday
Cars - Sports & Imports 1988 FireBird
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ANAHIM LAKE AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING DESIGN-BUILD PROJECT Proposals clearly marked “Anahim Lake Airport Terminal Building Design-Build Project” will be received by the Main Reception Desk of the Cariboo Regional District at Suite D, 180 N. Third Avenue, Williams Lake, B.C. V2G 2A4 up to 2:00 p.m. local time, Friday, October 05, 2012.
V-8 Auto, T-Roof 42,000 Km’s One owner(Lady) Excellent Condition! $5,000 obo. (250)593-4606 Bridge Lake
The project comprises the following works: • design and construction of a fully serviced and functional 1200 sq. ft. airport terminal building complete with an attached fully serviced and functional 640 sq. ft. living quarters.
Recreational/Sale
• design and construction of a fully enclosed and serviced 600 sq. ft. storage facility. Proposal Documents may be obtained from the Cariboo Regional Districts website www.cariboord.bc.ca on or after August 20, 2012.
Have a super day. Hope you have lots of fun on your special day! 2005 80W Adventurer Camper Options- Propane stove, two way refrigerator, propane furnace, toilet, ladder, luggage roof rack, CO2 and smoke detectors, full electrical hook up, $8,500. 250-249-0093
“I’m too big for a car seat!”
This project has been made possible as a result of funding provided by both the British Columbia Towns for Tomorrow program and Northern Development Initiative Trust.
Love, Mom, Dad, Brock, Grandma, Grandpa, Nanny, Papa and all your aunties, uncles, cousins and friends
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1998 Chevrolet Malibu,Great Gas Mileage , 4 Dr Sedan V6 Automatic fully Equipped, 4 New Snow Tires. This vehicle is in Beautiful shape its been Mechanical led $19,900.00 call 250-255-4509
1996 Chevy Blazer Dark green, Michellin all season tires, AWD, new spark plugs and water pump. Needs work.
2008 CHEVY IMPALA
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.
RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean. Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429
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Available Sept 1st, 2- 1250 sq ft units, 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, Top floor unit fully renovated open concept kitchen, North Quesnel steps from park & Arena. $925 month lease & ref required . 2nd Floor apartment recently updated 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 1250 sq ft $875. month / lease & ref required. call or text 250328-8747
For sale or hire 93 Western Star water truck/long log with picker. 2005 Rotabee Log Loader with 3800 gal. water tank. 2-3 suck hoses. 1 -2” pump, 1 -3” pump, 1 -50’ flat 3” hose . $36,000 may consider small excavator in trade. Call 250-983-6305.
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Newly reno’d 2 bdrm ground level bsmt suite.w/d hook up, n/g included avail immed. $575/mo. Call (250)992-7929
2004 Honda Element, 5-spd Man, Cruise , A/C, Canoe Rack, C/D - MP3 , Spare Mounted Snow/Ice radials, Equipped for towing behind motor home. 135,000kms asking $10,000 call 250747-4635
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Recipes
Olives and olive oil add life to casual fall parties F
all is the perfect time to relax, enjoy the changing colours outside and invite friends for an evening of good food and great company. Entertaining can be as easy as preparing a few simple, yet impressive appetizers—and olives and olive oil are a great way to add life and flavour to any menu. Olives and olive oil are incredibly versatile. They’re bursting with flavour and health benefits, making them essential ingredients in every cook’s kitchen. Olive oil is an excellent choice for all your cooking needs. When heated, olive oil stands up well to high temperatures—its high smoke point of 210°C is well above the ideal temperature for frying food (180°C). Olive oil can be used for many types of cooking methods including: deep frying, frying, stir-frying, sautéing, baking and basting. With a few tasty recipes in your back pocket, you’ll always be ready to impress. Try one of these delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes created by the International Olive Council. Visit www. addsomelife.org for more inspiration and stay up to date on all things ‘olive’ by following Add Some Life on Facebook and Twitter. Tips for Casual Entertaining For some people, entertaining a group seems
effortless. Follow these easy tips to make your casual evening one to remember. • Keep it Simple. Guests don’t expect a five-course meal. Instead, offer plates of appetizers and finger foods. It can be a delicious way to offer guests a variety of flavours— just make sure there’s enough for everyone. • Have appetizers ready. If you’re also planning to serve a meal, then make sure your guests have something to nibble on when they arrive. Even keeping it as simple as a bowl of olives paired with one or two types of cheese will keep guests satisfied until the main event. • Practice makes perfect. Try your recipes out at least once before serving them at a dinner party to prevent firsttime cooking disasters from spoiling your night. Garlic Shrimp Skewers Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes 32 appetizers 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive, divided 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided 1 egg white 2 large cloves garlic, minced 32 raw medium shrimp, shelled and deveined (about 1 1/4 pounds) 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh dill or parsley 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon
peel Dash salt, optional 1/3 cup finely shredded Pecorino or Parmesan cheese 3/4 cup Panko bread crumbs 16 pitted large green olives 16 pitted large ripe olives 32 grape tomatoes 1/2 medium cucumber, sliced lengthwise and cut into 32 pieces 32 (4 to 6-inch) appetizer skewers Heat oven to 475°F. Blend 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and garlic in small bowl. Add shrimp; toss to coat; set aside. Blend remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, dill, lemon peel and salt in small bowl. Set aside. Mix bread crumbs and cheese on waxed paper; dredge shrimp to coat evenly. Place in single layer on baking sheet. Bake 8 to 12 minutes or until light golden and thoroughly cooked. Gently loosen shrimp from baking sheet; cool 1 to 2 minutes. Thread a single shrimp, olive, tomato and cucumber piece on each skewer. Serve immediately drizzled with olive oil mixture. TIP: To make bread crumb mixture, rub bread crumb and cheese mixture between your palms for uniform consistency. The mixture will adhere more evenly to the shrimp. www.newscanada.com
Chicken and andouille sausage gumbo
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ntroduce your family to this classic Louisiana favourite. Bursting with Cajun flavours and full of protein, this chicken and sausage gumbo is easy to make and sure to please the family. 1 lb (500 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs 1/8 tsp (0.5 mL) freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp (5 mL) salt 3 tbsp (45 mL) olive oil 1 pkg (500 g) New PC Andouille Sausage 3 cups (750 mL) diced sweet red pepper 2 cups (500 mL) diced onions 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) diced celery 3 tbsp (45 mL) minced garlic 2 tbsp (25 mL) Creole seasoning 1 can (796 mL) diced Tomatoes 3 cups (750 mL) chicken Broth 1 pouch (283 g) whole Grain Brown Rice ½ cup (125 mL) chopped Italian parsley • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). • Sprinkle chicken with pepper and ¼ tsp (1 mL) of the salt. In large ovenproof frying pan, heat 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the oil over mediumhigh heat. Add chicken and sausage to pan; cook for 8 minutes, turning once, or until browned.
Transfer pan to centre of oven; bake for 15 minutes. Remove pan from oven. Set aside to cool. • In large saucepan, heat remaining 2 tbsp (25 mL) oil over medium-high heat; cook pepper, onion and celery for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in garlic and Creole seasoning; cook for 3 to 5 minutes more or until vegetables are tender and slightly coloured. Stir in tomatoes and juices and chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer. Remove chicken and sausage from frying pan; stir drippings from frying pan into vegetable mixture. Simmer for 15 minutes. • Meanwhile, quarter chicken thighs and slice sausages ½-inch (1 cm) thick; set aside. Place rice pouch on a paper towel, seam side up. Pouch is self-venting; do not puncture, tear or cut. Microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes. • Stir chicken, sausage, rice and remaining ¾ tsp (4 mL) salt into vegetable mixture. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and serve. Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 65 minutes Makes 10 servings www.newscanada.com
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n our recent trip to Europe, we were excited to see our first glimpse of England. Crossing the English Channel by ferry, that first view was of the White Cliffs of Dover. And white and beautiful they are! I noticed my husband was searching the skyline and finally, there it was, Dover Castle, the largest castle in England, built during the 12th century. He quickly tried to get a photo before it slipped from our view. We travelled by coach on the highway from Dover into London. While it was a lovely ride through the English countryside, we were anxious to see the City of London! Our coach wound its way through the traffic, taxis and bright red double decker buses until we came to the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge. Upon arrival we quickly freshened up and headed out on foot to explore! While the hotel was beautiful, the best part was the great location – a short walk to the London Bridge, Houses of Parliament , London Eye, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. It was a bright sunny afternoon, often a rare delight in this magnificent City. We were certainly tourists – as we joined the throngs of people snapping photos in front of the statues in Trafalgar Square. We learned that because of the vast amount of art available, London now changes many of them on a regular basis. We visited Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and St. Paul’s Cathedral. While browsing the gift shop in St. Paul’s, a sign caught my eye that was prominently displayed at the Church Gift Shop – Beware of Pickpockets – many of them are children! This was certainly a common theme throughout our visit to Europe. While we never had an unpleasant experience, we were certainly aware of keeping an eye on our belongings in large crowds. We took a ride in the London Eye – a huge Ferris wheel on the south bank of the Thames River opposite the Houses of Parliament. Now while it does look intimidating at approximately 450-feet high, it is really quite an easy ride. As we stood in line, we were reminded about the recent problems in London and a renewed emphasis on security. As a car was emptied at one part of the stop, personnel boarded and checked the car to ensure nothing was left behind.
They also use small mirrors to ensure nothing is attached below the seats. Once cleared by security, the car moved forward to take on expectant customers. Each car holds 25 or so people. One ride consists of one complete revolution of about half an hour in length. We were able to move freely within the pod or sit down if we wanted. A small computer is available on one window which identifies historic sites as the Eye rotates. I didn’t mind the height too much, except when we were fully atop the Eye – 450 feet above the Thames. No visit to London is complete without hoisting a pint in a pub. We were visiting in April – well before the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations or the Olympics, but still pubs were crowded with tourists and locals like. But everyone was friendly and a few empty seats at a table are quickly filled and introductions made. Now I have always been a fan of Lady Diana since she first captured our imagination as our very own Princess and was truly sad when she died so suddenly. So Harrods was definitely on my list of stops. Diana died tragically along with Dodi Al-Fayed. It was Dodi’s father who purchased Harrods many years before. Two memorials to the couple commissioned by Mohammed Al-Fayed have been erected inside Harrods. The first located on the bottom floor consists of photographs of the two behind a pyramid-shaped display that holds a wine glass smudged with lipstick from Diana’s last dinner, as well as what is believed to have been an engagement ring Dodi purchased the day before they died. The second memorial is located by the Egyptian escalator and is a bronze statue of the two dancing on a beach. Al-Fayed has since sold Harrods and plans for another statue at Harrods, this time of Michael Jackson, were cancelled and another location for the statue found. Shopping at Harrods is also unbelievable but it is certainly upscale and my purchases numbered a black patent leather bag inscribed Harrods’s for 25£ and a packet of tea for 9£. Modest items from a usual shopping trip became a treasure from Harrods. London theatre is worldrenowned and no visit to London is complete without seeing a show. Having heard wonderful reviews of Wicked,
that became our choice. The concierge at our hotel worked tirelessly to secure tickets to what was considered a sold out show! Wicked was at the Apollo Victoria. It was a great evening – we stopped at a local pub for a preshow dinner – a curry special. Now there is another must do as far as my husband is concerned and that is to see a soccer game. Premier League tickets were going at a premium, but we were able to secure tickets for West Ham United versus Brighton. West Ham United is certainly up and coming and may indeed make the Premiere League this year. The game was being played at their home stadium in Upton and while navigating London’s underground transit (the Tube) is quite easy, we had no worries as we just needed to follow the blue and claret colored jerseys fans were wearing enroute to the game. Undoubtedly, you have heard European football fans singing at matches. We were thrilled to hear “I’m forever blowing bubbles” along with the expected bubbles flowing from the sidelines. The lyrics have been changed somewhat and the song is sung by all their fans when a player does exceptionally well. West Ham fans are devoted and are hoping to score a new soccer field as their Olympic Legacy. Unlike a football or hockey game in Canada, tickets to soccer (or football) in England are team specific. What that means is your seat location is determined according to the team you are supporting. Keeping fans apart is vital as there has been a history of violence between rival teams. We saw no such evidence and enjoyed a great match and orderly fans. Following the game many of the 35,000 plus fans walked quietly towards the Tube, kept in line by police, many on horseback. This experience left me certain that London was ready for the Olympics! Our last night in London was one of our most memorable – cuddled against the cold as we took a boat ride on the Thames. London was special, magical and d (to be honest) expensive! But worth every penny!! Debbie Quick is a Flight Centre Associate who operates a home-based Travel Agency in Quesnel, British Columbia. Contact Debbie at 250-9925169 if you, too, wish to visit this amazing city!
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Community Calendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS MONDAY R E S E A RC H I N G YOUR FAMILY HISTORY? NEED HELP WITH A BRICK WALL? Quesnel Genealogy Society meetings are the second Tuesday of the month, September to June at 1490 Beryl Street, 7 p.m. For information contact 250-992-7211. QUESNEL AND DISTRICT HOSPICE PALLIATIVE CARE ASSOCIATION VOLUNTEER TRAINING SESSION this fall. If interest, call 250-9855815.
TUESDAY HOW ANIMALS CAN HELP REACH THOSE WHO ARE HARDEST TO REACH Seminar, sponsored by CHAAPS, presented by Eileen Bona, Oct. 9, 6 – 9 p.m., location to be announced later. Cost is $10/person. This seminar is intended for mentalhealth professionals, teachers, social workers, front-line workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, ECE educators, parents, individuals curious about how animals accomplish their co-counselor role and anyone wishing to further their knowledge about Animal Assisted Therapy.
WEDNESDAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LAWN BOWLING TOURNAMENT, Aug. 29. To register your 2 or 3 person team contact Patty at the Visitors Centre, 250-9928716 ANIMAL AND EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPEUTIC PRACTICE TRAINING WORKSHOP Oct. 10 – 11, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Pen-Y-Bryn Farm, sponsored by CHAAPS, presented by Eileen Bona. Cost is $175 a day. This
workshop is for instructors and facilitators working in all fields of animal assisted therapy and equine assisted therapy programs or interested in starting. Health care professionals interested in more training also welcome.
THURSDAY E C O - S P RO U T S NATURE EXPLORATION every Thursday for July and August, 10 – 11:30 a.m. Come and explore the trails and wetland with your children, activities can be adapted to any age. Snacks provided, bring a water bottle, reusable dish, hat, sunscreen, bug repellant and an attitude for adventure. Meet at the Nature Education Centre, entrance behind the concession stand at West Fraser Timber Park. For information or to register call 250-25507513 or email ecosproutsbces@gmail.com
SATURDAY FAMILY FUN BOTTLE DROP OFF Safeway parking lot, Aug. 25, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. For pick-up call MaryAnn, 250-2495720. GRIEFSHARE, a weekly seminar and support group for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them, is holding an OPEN HOUSE Sept. 8, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Northstar Church, use lower parking lot entrance. Griefshare weekly sessions begin Sept. 10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., workbook is $15. For information and registration contact Carol, 250992-5369, Debbie, 250-747-1500 or Northstar Church, 250-992-8830. ANTIQUE MACHINERY PARK APPRECIATION DAY Sept. 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., fun, food, family activities. Admis-
sion is a food bank donation or cash donation. 6TH ANNUAL GOLF FOR KIDS SAKE Big Brothers Big Sisters of Quesnel, Sept. 15, 1 p.m. shotgun start. To register call 250-992-7257 or email bbbsques@ goldcity.net. Download pledge sheet at bigbrothersbigsistersofquesnel.ca. Incentive prize for pledges collect over $250, dinner included. QUESNEL FALL FAIR, Sept. 22 – 23 at Alex Fraser Park. GARLIC FESTIVAL Sept. 29 – 30, Smith-Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola. Organizers are looking for garlic vendors or related products. Contact Becky Ratzlaff at rosiemoonbeam11@ yahoo.ca.
SUNDAY 19th ANNUAL QUEASNEL WOMEN’S FALL CHALLENGE Sept. 30, early entry fee $25 until Sept. 16, regular fee $30 until Sept. 28, late fee Sept. 29-30, $40. Register at Quesnel Arts and Rec Centre or online http:// qwfc.wordpress.com. Event supports G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital mammography unit.
ONGOING EVENTS FREE QUIT-SMOKING SESSIONS every other Monday evening 5 – 6:30 p.m. at Public Health Unit (call for exact dates, 250-991-7571) or every other Wednesday 1 – 2 p.m. at Chronic Disease Management, (call for exact dates, 250-985-5657.) NORTH CARIBOO GYMKHANA Monday evenings, Alex Fraser Park, 6:30 p.m. Must bring horse council card. Three events held weekly from leadliner to adult. For information email dmverge@
hughes.net or call Jen, 250-992-9227 or visit facebook page, North Cariboo Gymkhana.
liot Street. For information call 250-9855832 or email QUEpeerdev.@northernhealth.ca.
KERSLEY HORSE CLUB gymkhana every Tuesday night, 6:30 p.m. Cost, $3 per night per horse for all three events, barrels, poles and stakes, memberships are $10 for individual, $25 for family. 2801 Otter Road in Kersley, behind the Alamo Diner. For information call Chelsea, 250-747-1632 or just show up.
AUXILIARY TO G.R. BAKER HOSPITAL LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS. Meetings are first Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m. in hospital lower boardroom. Orientation provided, police record check required. Pick up application at Hospital Gift Shop or contact Florence White, 250-992-5635 or Barb Glover 250992-5298.
YOUTH CENTRE open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 2:30 – 5:30 p.m. Rock climbing bookings accepted for Saturday birthday parties, call 250-983-6920 to check availability. QUESNEL ABORIGINAL ARTS GROUP, looking for Aboriginal artists and crafters interested in joining a group to support and promote local Aboriginal arts and crafts entrepreneurs. Anyone interested in joining contact Sandra Moore, quesnelaboriginalartsgroup@ gmail.com or 250925-1069. FRIENDS OF BARKERVILLE regular meetings, first Wednesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., Wee Chippee Restaurant. For information call 250-992-2008. VOICES FOR NORTH CARBIOO SENIORS every third Thursday at Legion Hall, 2 p.m. PEER DEVELOPMENT QUESNEL offers free peer-facilitated programming for adults with mental illness and or addiction. Groups run every other Tuesday, 10 a.m. – noon in the large group room of the Westside Mental Health and Addictions Centre, 395 El-
DOG AGILITY WITH KAY WHITEHEAD owner and trainer of four agility trial champions, and the instructor of many others. Call 250-9923881 for details. PEER DEVELOPMENT QUESNEL offers free, peer-facilitated programming for adults with a mental illness. The group runs every other Tuesday, 10 a.m. – noon. For information call 250-985-5832 or email QUE-peerdev@ northernhealth.ca. SENIORS ADVOCACY SERVICE hours Tuesday –Thursday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Call 250992-9330 and leave a message, someone will get back to you shortly. SAS is located in Century 21 office in the back. Sandwich board on sidewalk means a consultant is in to serve you. CNIB LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS in the Quesnel area for occasional social visits with local clients, help with shopping or getting to appointments, organizing in the home and reading. Orientation provided, police record check and references required. Prefer one year commitment. Email: anne. mcnicol@cnib.ca or call 250-653-1702.
EXODUS 4:10 TOA S T M A S T E RS meet Thursdays. Meetings are 7 p.m., in multi-purpose room at Northstar Church, use lower parking lot. For details call Rose, 250992-9520. QUESNEL ELKS HALL available for rentals, call Tim Patchett, 250-9925082. If you’re interested in joing the Elks call Ralph Scott, 250747-8566. PEOPLE INTERESTED IN FOSTERING IN QUESNEL contact Lisa Shearer, 250-992-2759, ext. 225 at Axis Family Resources. DO YOU LIKE TO SING? Karaoke at the Legion, Friday nights, 8 p.m. Everyone welcome. DANCE LESSONS at the Legion every Wednesday night, 7 p.m. $15 per couple per session, pay in advance $100 for 8 sessions. Singles - bring your own partner. Learn to slow-dance, quick step or jive. call 250-992-5655 to register, or just drop in. JAM SESSIONS Elks Hall, Anderson Drive, Friday evenings, doors open 7 p.m., different host band each week. LEGION FRIDAY BUFFET LUNCH 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., $8.95, different meal every Friday, wear your red shirt for Red Shirt Fridays (support our troops) and receive your first cup of coffee free. CELEBRATE RECOVERY program, sponsored by Cariboo Liberty Place, for implementing a Christ-centred recovery at Victory Way Church, every Thursday, 7 p.m. For information call Ed, 250255-0880.
QUESNEL TOASTMASTERS Wednesdays, from 7 – 9 p.m.at the College of New Caledonia. Come and visit and learn about improving your communication skills in a warm and friendly environment. Are you new to Quesnel? It’s a great way to get connected. Contact Ruby at 250-747-1180 or rubydksn@telus.net SEASONS HOUSE provides support and advocacy for individuals in need of short term emergency shelter. To access services come to 146 Carson Ave., Quesnel or contact us, 250-9910222. COUNCIL OF SENIOR CITIZENS O R G A N I Z AT I O N (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving the quality of life for all seniors. Seniors organizations wishing to affiliate or individuals wishing to become members contact Ernie Bayer, 604-576-9734, fax: 604-576-9733 or email ecbayer@shaw. ca. JAM AND DANCE AT THE LEGION every Friday night. Call 250-992-5655. QUESNEL HEALING ROOMS every Monday 7 – 9 p.m., every Wednesday 12 – 2 p.m. (except holidays) at Bethel Church, Coach Road, Are you sick? Do you know someone who is sick? Bring them to be prayed for. For information contact Debbie Planeta 250747-0415 or Diane Giesbrecht 250-7474643. Meetings and Special Events, Workshops, Signups and Non-profit Groups will run in the Sunday or Wednesday edition. The deadline for the Wednesday Observer is Monday at noon, and the deadline for the weekend edition is Wednesday at 5 pm. All meeting notices and regular submissions to Community Calendar must be renewed every three months. Due to the volume of material, we clear the column every three months and only print newly submitted material.
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