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No new wood Time to downsize AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter With the release of government’s action plan to increase timber supply, Cariboo North MLA, Bob Simpson calls it “creative bookkeeping� to inflate the allowable cut. Beyond the Beetle: A Mid-Term Timber Supply Action Plan was released last week, highlighting nine sustained and 11 actions to increase mid-term timber supply. The report, tabled last month by a special committee, looks to increase timber inventory by including “marginally economic stands.� “But our area is already logging those stands,� Simpson said. “Government is not supporting the land base or inventory to guarantee we’re not in a worse situation five, 10 years from now.� The report also highlights silviculture practices, specifically “innovative silviculture practices to grow more trees faster and landscape fire management planning to reduce risks to the midterm timber supply.� But Simpson says government isn’t implementing any practices and “doesn’t have a budget assigned to do it.� The Independent MLA says government is including the projected numbers from logging the economic stands and the silviculture practices to keep the allowable cut at current levels. Simpson says the bottom line is there’s no new wood and no justification in logging in new areas. “Government is not ready to admit what the traditional lumber sector has already told them,� he said. “They need to be able to downsize.� Simpson said one area government could address the issue is by doing a “re-inventory, as soon as possible.� “Then they need to reset the cut at a sustainable level and analyze the potential to take advantage of economic opportunities outside of our traditional timber markets.� Other key elements of the plan include proposed new legislation to convert volume-based forest licences to area-based forest licences and the creation of a new supplemental forest licence to increase bio-energy opportunities and harvest of old-growth forests “to only be considered if it is scientifically and ecologically sound to do so and has the support of local communities and First Nations.� The complete report can be viewed at www.for.gov. bc.ca.
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REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS Snow Clearing and Snow Removal Quotations for the 2012/2013 winter season are requested from interested contractors for Quesnel and District Arts & Recreation Centre, 500 North Star Road. Clearing is to be completed prior to the facility opening hours (5:00 a.m. weekdays and 9:00 a.m. weekends) wherever possible. Quotations must include the following: Contractor name and contact information Price of clearing per hour using a loader Business license number and Work Safe BC number Insurance coverage Alternate price per hour using another type of equipment Interested contractors are to submit their quotation in writing to Carol Anderson, City of Quesnel, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 by 2: 00 p.m. Wednesday October 31, 2012.
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Esketmc seek city participation DANIKA M. HEBERT Observer Reporter Chief Fred Robbins of the Esketmc First Nations attended Monday’s Committee of the Whole and Delegations meeting to request in-kind support for his Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Chief Robbins is planning the event to discuss experiences of residential school as well as other issues such as stereotyping and lack of trust between First Nations and non First Nations. Robbins is requesting support for his event, which takes place in February near Williams Lake, although a specific location hasn’t been determined. The event is open to First Nations as well as non First Nations, which Chief Robbins hopes will help keep an open morale and prompt honest discussion. “While many non-Aboriginal individuals in our community certainly recognize these issues as important to acknowledge, we continue to struggle with racism animosity, inequality in resources, poor educational outcomes and other serious
social issues,� Robbins said. He said the participation of non First Nations is as important as the participations of First Nations, as it’s the only way he sees the healing process starting. “Let’s bring this forward and get over it,� he said. “Unless nonAboriginal people start participating in the healing and forgiveness, I think we’re going to keep rowing a boat upstream and we’re not really going to get anywhere.� The event features traditional stories told by elders, a sharing and listening circle and two keynote speakers. “Our keynote speakers, Dr. Martin Brokenleg and Dr. Gabor Mate will speak to the effects of inter-generational trauma resulting from Residential Schools and will validate the experiences of students and their families as well as provide messages of hope for healing at both an individual and community level,� the proposal explains. “We will host a sharing and listening circle which will invite former
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begging for money, I’m here to let you know I’ll be coming up short in some areas,� he explained. “Any in-kind donations would be appreciated. “I’m expecting anywhere between 400 and 500 participants.� Coun. Sushil Thapar gave his support to the event, saying this communication has been lacking. Mayor Mary Sjostrom told Chief Robbins she’s glad to see the event planning process is in progress. “I appreciate we’re starting this communication,� she said. “I congratulate you for all your hard work.� Check your Observer for updates.
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Enbridge pipline examined by panel DeLYNDA PILON PG Free Press The acronym ALARP became a subject of discussion during the cross examination of the Enbridge experts by Jesse McCormick, a lawyer representing the Haisla Nation during the Joint Review Panel hearings in Prince George Thursday. The acronym stands for as low as reasonably practical, a term that describes the point at which a risk becomes acceptable. James Mihell, Enbridge expert witness, explained risk concept design as well as the term ALARP following questions asked by McCormick. “In risk assessment, there is a principle called the ALARP principle, (ALARP, as low as reasonably practicable) really implies that there is a point of diminishing returns. “It acknowledges that all engineered structures have associated with them inherent risk levels and that there is no engineered structure that has zero risk,” he said. “You can undertake various mitigation strategies, to a certain point you can lower risk but the general principle is you can never achieve zero risk.” McCormick asked if cost played a part in the decision and was told cost is a factor. “You have to understand every undertaking has limited resources,” Mihell said. The responsibility of deciding the ALARP is the responsibility of the proponent, he added, however not solely, but includes a
process that involves engagement with the stakeholders. McCormick asked if Northern Gateway had identified the targets at which ALARP occurred. Drummond Cavers, another expert witness, said ALARP is identified by comparing the probability of a hazard to its consequence. McCormick said there is a difference between a quantifiable acceptable risk and a nebulous acceptable risk target. “Who makes the ultimate determination as to what is reasonable in terms of the risk level that will be acceptable in all segments of the project?,” McCormick asked. “There is no standard that I can point to that says this is the definition of reasonably and this is the definition of practicable,” Mihell said. “It’s a principle that establishes a point of diminishing returns. “It requires some subjectivity, some engineering judgment and some evaluation, and I can’t provide you with a hard and fast rule of what the definition of reasonably is or practicable is.” McCormick presented a document with a response from Enbridge to the Haisla Nation asking them to identify the geohazard risk level they considered acceptable. The answer read, “Acceptable risk is context relevant, and there is neither a single number nor a single method for determining what is acceptable in any given context. During design and
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subsequent construction and operation, Northern Gateway will continue to reduce all identified risks to as low as reasonably practicable levels given available technologies and procedures.” He asked if Northern Gateway would would provide quantifiable acceptable risk levels before it proceeded to the finalized design. Risk assessment, he was told, is an ongoing process. “I think the concern that is driving some of these questions is that Northern Gateway has identified ALARP, as low as reasonably practicable, as the driving objective of its risk assessment. “Whereas, too many, I believe it
would sound more like ALAWTIOK, which would be, as low as we think is okay,” McCormick said. Mihell explained that risk concept designs take longer and involve a more protracted process than other designs. “There’s a couple of options in designing a pipeline. “One is you can take out your Z662 Code and build to the minimum requirements of that code, and it is fully compliant with regulation and law, and bury the pipeline, put it into service and there is nothing in terms of regulation or law that says that there is anything wrong with that,” he said. The process that is being adopted here is
one that is far more rigorous and I don’t think that any of us should feel apologetic about the fact that it’s a very protracted process. “It takes time, it takes a lot of study.” “I trust that Northern Gateway will achieve its goals in setting its own goals. I believe the concern is that those goals will not be available for evaluation by the Joint Review Panel, the public, or my client,” McCormick said. McCormick went on to ask some specific questions regarding landslide risks and forest fires before the hearings closed for the day, and expected to take most of Friday to finish his cross examination.
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We Must Have Public Debate Now that our better-paying manufacturing jobs are moving offshore, we’re starting down a whole new “free trade” path: sell our ore bodies, oil sands, natural gas reserves, and forests directly to foreign national governments, while allowing those same governments to import their own lower cost workers to Canada to extract our resources and ship them home. This new approach to trade begs for full public debate before we commit to selling any more of our resources to foreign national corporations and to the exploitation of temporary foreign workers to extract our natural resources. For a start, Prime Minister Harper’s proposed free trade agreement with China (FIPPA) must be subjected to full public scrutiny and debate, inside and outside of Parliament. Free trade, on principle, should only be formalized between liberal democratic nations whose people share the same basic rights and freedoms. How can we support, through a free trade agreement, a government that does not permit free elections, freedom of speech, and freedom of the press? Do Canadians want to support a nation with a track record of exploiting workers both at home and abroad by offering up unfettered access to our natural resources? There was vigorous and healthy public debate surrounding NAFTA. At a minimum, FIPPA should be subjected to this same level of scrutiny. The recent admission by the BC government that thousands of temporary Chinese workers will be heading to northern coal mines raises a related issue that also demands more public attention and debate. How much of the Premier’s jobs strategy will require this importation of temporary workers, and how well equipped are we to protect these workers? The ongoing saga of the Chinese workers who were killed in an Alberta oil sands accident in 2007 clearly illustrates how weak our laws are. In this case a Chinese national company was not complying with engineering and safety regulations, in addition to not paying workers their full wage. If we’re going to import workers to export our natural resources, how do we ensure those workers have the same rights and protections as all British Columbians? We must enforce our own regulations to prevent China, and other national governments, from importing their weaker labour and environmental laws. These public policy debates need to take place now.
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OPINIONS Junk tax
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t some point, as our population ages and health care costs continue to soar, Canadians are going to have The Debate about the government’s role in legislating healthy lifestyles. Last year, the Danish government introduced a “fat tax” by adding about 16 Kroner, or $2.87, per kilogram of saturated fat in each product. Last month, the city of New York implemented a ban on the sale of sodas and other sugary drinks larger than 16 oz at restaurants, concession stands and other eateries. Closer to home, in B.C., schools have banned junk food in school cafeterias and vending machines. We’ve got to go even further, though. We’ve got to follow the lead of enterprising governments like those in Denmark and the Big Apple. It’s time we implement our own form of junk food tax. We all know there’s a direct correlation between unhealthy eating habits and higher health care costs. In fact, according to the B.C. government, poor nutrition, along with physical inactivity and tobacco use, are the largest contributors to B.C.’s healthcare costs. “If all British Columbians had a normal, healthy weight for their height, were physically active and did not smoke, the province could avoid over $3.8 billion in economic and health-care costs each year,” noted a recent report out of Victoria. And it’s going to get worse: 26 per cent of Canadian children between the ages of two and 17 years are considered overweight or obese — a dramatic increase from the 1980s. And fat, unhealthy kids turn into fat, unhealthy adults who cost our health care system proportionately more than the average healthy person. Studies regarding the success of junk food taxes and their impact on eating habits are still inconclusive. But, at the very least, they’ll raise money for our health care system. Let me be clear: I don’t want my tax dollars going to pay the medical bills of people whose daily lunches consist of a hot dog, a super-sized pop and a bag of chips. If you want to eat unhealthy foods, you should have to suffer the consequences of higher medical bills. Governments have tried educating people about the dangers of eating fatty foods and that’s not working. It’s time we start taxing the heck out of junk food. –Black Press
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ears ago, And while I when loved his topics I first and writing style, started writing my approach On a Brighter was the polar Note, a fellow opposite. No columnist and I one would be Lori Welbourne were discussing taking time out On A Brighter Note some of the to object to hateful emails he anything I had to received from people who share. didn’t like what he wrote. Turns out I was the one At the time, I couldn’t who was wrong. imagine getting some of Initially I was astonished the malicious attacks he by some of the venomous did and I told him I was emails that were glad I wouldn’t have to anonymously sent to me. deal with that since I was I wasn’t used to attracting writing a positive slice-ofsuch hostility. life column and not the kind But John was right, you of controversial articles he put yourself out there and penned. He laughed and you’re going to get some of said it didn’t matter. that no matter what. “You put yourself out I had to decide to accept there and some people are that fact and learn not to let going to spew hatred your it upset me, or stop doing way,” he said. what I was doing altogether. “I don’t care if you’re As a woman in my forties writing about sunshine who was able to grow a and moonbeams, there are thick skin rather quickly, freaks who will hate you the decision was easy. because you’re too damn But how can we expect a happy.” kid who isn’t even making Honestly, I thought he a choice to put themselves was wrong. He was a out there have that same cynical, edgy journalist who reaction to cyberbullies? fearlessly stoked the fires Especially when the over hot topics and did so attacks are so much worse? knowing the responses he’d Amanda Todd was a receive. beautiful 15-year-old girl
frightening new level. The ability to anonymously comment in a vicious or harmful way has given people free license to say whatever horrendous thing they want without consequence. It has sparked a dangerous trend of insensitivity and I wish the people who were doing it would stop and think for a second before hitting that send button. It’s very likely that these bullies are deeply troubled and may have been a victim of bullying themselves, but it’s important to remember the power of words and their ability to torment and destroy. To the cyberbullies: if you can’t stand by your words by attaching your own name, you aren’t just being a bully, but a pathetic coward as well. To the victims: don’t let your tormentors win. Expose their attacks and stay strong – you have way more supporters than you can imagine. More columns, blogs, cartoons and videos can be found at LoriWelbourne. com. Welbourne is a Black Press syndicated columnist.
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from Port Coquitlam, B.C. who recently committed suicide due to the relentless and horrific cyberbullying she was subjected to for years. Last week I posted a comment on Facebook that stated I hoped the police would be successful in tracking down her cyberbullies and that their acts would one day be considered a criminal offense. Within minutes a woman posted her own video under mine with the message that we shouldn’t be bullying the bullies because that only feeds into the problem and doesn’t prevent it. I have to respectfully disagree. People should be held responsible for spewing hatred over the internet in the same way they would be held responsible for doing so in person. I am not sure how to actually enforce this idea, but in a perfect world, it would happen. The Internet has been a gift to us in so many ways it’s remarkable. But it has also had an extremely negative impact on humanity and it has taken bullying to a
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CUPE commits The College of New Caledonia CUPE Local 4951 donated $600 across the CNC Region to support Homelessness Action Week in B.C. Quesnel’s share was given to the CNC Social Service Worker students to support their “Fill the Tent for the Homeless” project. CUPE local 4951 has put a challenge to all other CUPE locals to meet or beat their donation. Students, CUPE Staff and Seasons House representatives gathered to make the presentation. Left to right: Neil Davison (CUPE), Usha Jassal (CUPE), Chelsea Canuel (SSWK student), Kamille Williams (SSWK student) , Jami Ireland (SSWK student), Nicole Pearson (SSWK student), Jordan Cave (SSWK student), Eric Depenau (SSWK student), Ashley Mortensen (SSWK student), Ellen Winofsky (SSWK Instructor) , Alisha Chisholm (SSWK student), Heather Peters (Seasons Board Member), Lida MacLellan (SSWK student), Gayle Campbell (CUPE) front row: Melanie MacDonald (Seasons House Executive Director), Jessie Olausen (SSWK student), Caityln Hammond (SSWK student), Sonya Spiers (CUPE), missing Kerry Thaler (SSWK student). Contributed photo
John Thomas: truly a local hero Editor: It was with great sadness that I just learned today of John Thomas’s passing on September 21, 2012. As I live in Prince George and don’t often get into Quesnel, I was wondering why I had not heard from my friend John in some time. His last visit with me
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was in August of this year when we had a lengthy discussion on world events and how we could still make a difference. John was special to me, as he stood for what he believed in and spent his life helping others. From his days in Vancouver to his
Cottonwood centre to his retirement, he helped numerous people to heal and live better lives. I first met John back in 2006 and loved his knowledge and wisdom of our world, our community and most of all the people he spent his life trying to help. John knew so much
about politics and would take a stand on his beliefs. He wanted a better world for all and knew that unless he took that stand he would not see that for his children or grandchildren. John assisted me campaigning for a better Canada and would often write his opinions or
speak of them at public events or throughout his vast network. He even learned how to use the internet to reach many more people on topics of importance. I admired him for his quick wit, his passion for people and his country and his determination that we could make a
difference in our world. I will never forget John and what he has done to help make our world a better place to be. I am saddened that we have lost a local hero. In deepest respect, Bev Collins Prince George
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Start something – Be an In-School Mentor By building a friendship with a young person, you will have started something BIG What if every child was set on the right path? BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS Wouldn’t that be something? OF QUESNEL Call 250-992-7257 or drop by the 368 Vaughan St. 250-992-7257 Little Big House, 368 Vaughan www.bigbrothersbigsistersofquesnel.ca
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A toast to Mike Mike Boreen placed first in the Quesnel Toastmasters Club Table Topics Contest recently. Mike then competed in the area competition, Oct. 17. Quesnel Toastmasters meets every Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m. at CNC. Visitors welcome. For information contact Alison, 250-2490027 or Ruby, 250-747-1180 or visit 3197.toastmastersclubs.org/ Contributed photo
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Purple up for the polio fight Quesnel Rotarians will set up shop Oct. 24, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., in all banks and financial institutions in Quesnel looking for donations to help eradicate polio from the world. Each donation of $1 means one more vaccination for a child at risk. For more than 25 years, Rotary International has made the eradication of polio one of their top priorities. Since 1985, more than two billion children have received the oral polio vaccine and five million children, destined to be polio victims, are walking today and enjoying a better life because of the global immunization. Poliomyelitis is a crippling and potentially fatal disease that still threatens children in parts of Africa and the Middle East. The poliovirus invades the nervous system and can cause total paralysis in a matter of hours. It can strike at any age, but mainly affects children under five years of age. Despite the dramatic drop in polio cases in the last year, the threat of continued transmission due to funding and immunization gaps has driven the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) to launch the Global Polio Emergency Action Plan 2012-13. The plan aims to boost vaccination coverage in the three remaining polioendemic countries – Nigeria, Pakistan, and Afghanistan – to levels needed to stop
polio transmission. Health ministers meeting at the World Health Assembly in Geneva adopted a resolution on May 25 that declared “the completion of polio eradication to be a programmatic emergency for global public health.” Rotary International is working closely with its global partners to cross that last threshold of eradicating the poliovirus. With its communitybased network worldwide, Rotary is the volunteer arm and top private sector contributor to the global partnership dedicated to eradicating polio. In 1988, there were 350,000 cases in 125 countries – in 2004, there were 1,263 cases. However, the poliovirus knows no borders – it can spread from an endemic country into poliofree areas. As long as one case remains in the world, no child is safe from this
deadly disease. Once immunized, the children’s little fingers are dyed purple to keep track of who has already been given the protective medication, now known as the Purple Pinkie. Correlieu Interact Club (Quesnel) organized the first Purple Pinkie Project in Quesnel in 2009 and raised more than $400, which is 400 vaccinations. “When I was president of Quesnel Rotary in 1989, the goal was eradication by 2000,” Peter Walsh said. “We’ve been working on this for many years and we are this close to eradicating polio from the planet.” Walsh is currently chair of the Purple Pink Project in Quesnel. Watch for volunteers in your bank or financial institution, Oct. 24 and give generously to help eliminate polio from the planet.
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Royal Canadian Legion #94 The Royal Canadian Legion #94 will once again be holding the Annual Poppy Campaign beginning on October 24th
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Alpaca love All the adult alpacas at the Field of Dreams Farm have been sheered, given special hairstyles and the fibre was sent away for processing. This is our second year visiting this unique 10-acre working farm. We were amazed at their trimmed-up appearance and delighted to meet the seven new-born alpacas. Without asking many questions, we could see Marilyne Lorenzo had been working steady and her love and attention given to all the animals reflected in the healthy, relaxed atmosphere within the herd. She had been on duty helping deliver babies for six or more weeks and now carefully watching over them like their second mother. These animals are full of curiosity, grace and elegance. There was no spitting at each other or anyone. We were smitten by the playful, friendly babies and really want to see more of them. The boutique in Lorenzo’s home is full stocked for the winter season. For information and an appointment to visit the boutique call 250249-5423. – submitted by Abby Armstrong
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Jens Peter Ingstrup August 9, 1932 ~ July 2, 2012
It is with sadness the family of Jens Ingstrup announce his passing on July 2, 2012. Jens was born August 9, 1932 in Rosebud, Alberta. He was predeceased by his parents Viola and Anthon Ingstrup. He is survived by his wife Maureen, son Lavon (Kim) and sisters Bodil, Vi, and Karen. Jens moved to Quesnel in 1964 and purchased what was to become Jens Food Market which he operated for 32 years. Jens was a sports enthusiast. He sponsored the Jens Hobos Baseball Team (so he had someplace to play) and had managed the Quesnel Kangaroos Hockey Club. Jens was also an active curler and he golfed numerous rounds at the Quesnel
Golf Course. Jens was a well known member of the community. He will be remembered for many things but most fondly remembered for his quick, sarcastic wit which was appreciated and entertaining to many and endured by others. The funeral service was held July 9, 2012 at Clayton’s Funeral chapel with the eulogy delivered by Bob Johnston. He will be missed by his family and his many, many friends.
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Last Friday night, Oct. 12, 11 new members were initiated into the Wells Legion by Zone Commander Vivian MacNeil. A free Community Supper, including lemon merigue pie, was prepared by Ember Harper, Amanda and Reba Escott as their first-ever effort and it was a resounding success. Wells #128 is the smallest Legion in Cariboo Zone, yet has managed to enlist 41 new members in the past few months. This could be a record for BCYukon Command. Wells Branch not only boasts a record of new members but has put in a new pool room, revamped their bar area and built an outdoor patio. President Doug Merrick attributes all this to the influx of new members, most of whom are under 30. According to him, the construction of the Games Room is due to the hard work of these young people and they make good use of the pool tables on a regular basis. Branch #128 is to be congratulated on all their hard work and their recruitment of new members. – submitted by Honey Affleck
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Annie Gallant Lifestyles Editor
From the pumpkin patch Approximately 15 pumpkins arrived at the last Farmers’ Market for the biggest pumpkin contest, several of which were grown by children. Pumpkins ranged from 37 pounds to the winner at 161 pounds grown by Mackin Creek Farm. Second place went to the Josephy family at 152 pounds and third to the Pepper family at 140 pounds. First prize (in Market bucks) was $100, second was $50 and third prize took home $25. Clockwise from top: the Rossmann boys anxiously await the results; Rob Borsato, with help, heaves a monster pumpkin onto the scales; the Peppers proudly spell out their pumpkin’s weight; a young enthusiast checks out an over-sized pumpkin. Autumn MacDonald and Dave Sutton photos
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COME EARLY FOR GREAT FOOD AT THE CONCESSION
A visit to the Cariboo Corn Maze is just one of the many fun activities enjoyed by Big Brothers Big Sisters and their Littles. Contributed photo
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ig Brothers Big Sisters and Little Brothers Little Sisters enjoyed the Cariboo Corn Maze and a delicious lunch last weekend. This outing was sponsored by Quesnel Community Policing and City of Quesnel. Thank you to everyone who has dropped off their pennies at 368 Vaughan. We have collected $300 to date. The penny campaign is an ongoing fundraiser. Shop early for Christmas! Buy shopping cards for many of our local businesses through BBBSQ. We receive a percentage of the revenue from the purchased cards. All of the money raised stays in our community. Sears and Subway are the promotional stores this month. Call us at 250-992-7257. If you have winter coats that
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SHARING A LITTLE MAGIC you would like to donate, you can drop them off at Kwik Klean for them to clean before they bring them to our office. Other winter apparel – boots, hats, snow pants – is also appreciated. Start Something BIG. A couple of hours each week or two makes a lifetime of difference. Big Brothers Big Sisters welcomes people to drop by
the Little Big House or call to learn about the different programs and how they could join the group. Currently there are 30 children waiting for a Big Brother or Big Sister. Our volunteers have fun, feel good about themselves and know that they are making a difference in a child’s life. A flexible time frame can be arranged in order to work around one’s schedule. The agency provides ongoing support to the matches and sponsors many local activities. Community In-School Mentors are also needed to spend one hour per week with an elementary student. Maggie Bello is executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Quesnel and is a regular Observer columnist.
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250-992-8714 Obituary Tribute
Lula Elizabeth Klein Sept. 1, 1923 - Oct. 15, 2012 Lula, beloved Mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Best Friend passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side. In Dunrovan Oct. 15, 2012 at the age of 89 years old. Mom was born on Sept. 1, 1923 at Glenelg T.W.P. Grey Co. Ontario. Lula was the oldest daughter to Blanch Cave of Iron Springs Sask. Lula had a sister Lillian McCellan and two brothers Ken and Art Bowmen. Lula and late husband Isadore were married Dec. 4th 1942 in Drumheller Alberta. They lived and farmed in Sask. until fall of 1952. When our parents decided to move to B.C. They arrived in Quesnel on Nov. 23rd, In the fall of 1957 Mom started work at the Police Station doing everything from matron, receptionist, dispatcher. In 1983 Mom received a silver tray and plaque with our city logo for twenty Àve years of service. In Jan. 1987 Lula retired. In Lula’s Golden years Mom enjoyed her garden, Áowers, greenhouse, that she was so proud of. Berry picking, camping, playing cards, canning, knitting. Mom loved her Àshing. She didn’t care if there was a storm coming she would say it will pass. Just so she could stay in the boat. And sometimes it got her in trouble. Most of all she enjoyed her family. Lula leaves to cherish her memory, her sons Gerald (predeceased) Lyle, Donald (Diane), Dale,
Ken (Margie), Ron (Carmen) of Revelstoke, Bob (Debbie), Her daughters Diane (Lawrence), Sharon (John), Marion (Norm). Mom will sadly missed by her many grand children and great-grand children. As well by numerous nieces, nephews and many life long friends. The family would like to express their gratitude for all the acts of kindness and words of encouragement during this difÀcult time. Thank you to Dr. Martins. All the staff at Dunrovin on 1 North for the loving card you gave to our wonderful Mother. Donations in Lulu’s memory may be made to Palliative Care or charity of your choice. Family and Friends are invited to attend a memorial tea service on Monday October 22nd at 1:00pm at the Legion.
“Mom” we will never forget how much you loved us. Sleep with the angels We will always miss you.
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The Thunder make a run on the 100 Mile net in their first game of the tournament, which they won 7-3. The Thunder went on to win the tournament, only losing once in the round robin portion of the tournament to Prince George, who they went on to beat in the finals. Below: a Thunder player faces off against a Prince George player, in what would be the contest of the tournament. Jonas Gagnon photo
Atom Thunder dominates hometown tournament JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter The atom Thunder took home the top trophy in front of a home crowd last weekend as they hosted their first tournament of the season. “The tournament was a huge success for us. We had great support from the community with lots of game sponsors and donations for our raffle baskets,” Gord Salmon, the coach of the atom Thunder, said. Adding that the volunteers were crucial to putting the tournament together and did really well, putting together one of the nicest programs he’s seen. Teams came from Prince George, Williams Lake, 100 Mile and Vanderhoof to compete in the tournament. The Thunder stormed through the round robin tournament, flattening all but Prince George in the preliminaries, who they took on in the finals and beat. Quesnel came back to beat Prince George to take first, relegating Prince George to second. Williams Lake beat Vanderhoof in the finals to finish third, putting Vanderhoof in fourth. 100 Mile came in fifth. The Thunder came up against 100 Mile in their first game Friday evening. The 100 Mile players posed no threat to excited home
town team, with the Thunder leaving them behind 7-3. Saturday morning, the Thunder, riding the wave their win created, overwhelmed the Vanderhoof Bears with a 15-2 final. "Our kids were very solid at both ends of the rink. We didn't give them much of a chance to get things going," Salmon said. However, their third game was against Prince George, who were riding their own wave of success. After the first, the Thunder were struggling. Unable to score against the Prince George team, who didn't have the same problem, the team was down 5-0. The Thunder regrouped during the ice cleaning and made a shove to get back in front that saw some success, but didn't quite push them over the top to win. When the whistle blew, it was Prince George’s game, at 9-7. Despite the loss, Salmon was happy to see the players’ dedication. "It was very impressive to see that the kids never gave up and battled hard right to the end," Salmon said. Sunday morning, the atoms were back at it, facing off against the Williams Lake Timberwolves. The Thunder didn't let their loss bring them down, instead working hard to an 8-1 finish. "We had our forecheck and backchecking working really well
and ended up beating them. The kids played a really good, allaround team game," Salmon said. The win lead them right back into a match against their tournament rivals, Prince George. The hometown crowd and finals energy were good to the Thunder, as they fought hard, keeping tied with the Prince George team through the first half of the game. Despite the high level of play the Thunder showed no signs of flagging according to their coach. "As coaches we asked them to give us 30 hard minutes of hockey – forecheck hard and backcheck harder – and they responded well," Salmon said. In the last half of the game, the Thunder showed their work ethic, hitting the ice even harder than they did in the first, continuing to score while keeping the Prince George team from doing the same. "This was by far our best game of the weekend. We had 15 players going hard and our goalie was fantastic. They played unbelievably well together as a team," Salmon said. The bantam Thunder are the next minor hockey team up to host a tournament, doing so this weekend, while the Atom’s next tournament is in Merritt at the end of November, along with a smattering of games against Prince George and Williams Lake through the end of October.
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SPORTS
QFSC skaters spin precious medals
From left; Cassandra Greenwood, Carmen Huang, Olivia Marleua and Casey Fisher competed in last weekend’s Autumn Leaves skating competition in Kamloops. Jonas Gagnon photo
JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter Quesnel made a showing down in Kamloops last weekend, taking a couple precious metals back to the Gold Pan City. Four skaters from the Quesnel Figure Skating Club made their way down to compete in the Autumn Leaves Competition, but were short Kayla Flanagan, who had to withdraw from the competition due to an injury. Jo-Ann Nadalin, the QFSC coach, was happy with the girls, but really impressed with Olivia Marleau "Olivia especially had two great performances, short and long. She's a very determined skater," she said. Olivia Marleau competed in the pre-novice ladies U14, finishing the weekend in fourth, with two very clean skates, dropping only because she lacked the double and triple jumps the girls in the top three did. “It’s the best I could have done,” Marleau. “A lot of skaters that had double and triple jumps were below here, so she doesn’t necessarily have the big jumps, but she skated very well and completed what she had with outstanding marks,” Nadalin said. Carmen Huang ran away with the gold in the senior silver ladies
category, despite not hitting her jumps quite as well as she wanted. "It was ok, I wasn't that happy with the performance but it was the first competition," Huang said.
"My double loop, it wasn't there that day." She was, however, happy with her spins, which she said she executed better than she had been doing in practice. Cassandra Greenwood also finished in a shiny position, taking silver in the junior silver ladies freeskate, just a fraction behind the skater who took first. Though not disappointed with her position, she felt she could have done better. "I reverted back to my old ways with some of my jumps, so they weren't very good," Greenwood said. "But the performance and execution was much better than usual." Casey Fisher went with the group to do an assessment, instead
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"I got to see what the other girls could do," she said. "It was a different group than I'd been with before because I'd never been to that competition before." The club will be heading down to White Rock at the end of November, while Marleau will head down to the B.C. Sectional Championships in Parksville on the November long weekend.
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SPORTS
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JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter Cross-country runners were given one last chance to hit their stride before zones last weekend and local runners managed to find their grooves as they ran away with podium positions. “It is very impressive for our QJS athletes to sweep three quarters of the junior categories. We’re in good shape for the upcoming zone championships,” QJS coach Scott Trueman said. Correlieu coach, Pat Marsh was equally impressed with her runners. “I was really pleased with my runners as they all improved, which is good,” she said. QJS runners Brennan Schwartz and Grace McTaggart left their bantam competitors behind, making their way by a comfortable margin to capture first. Schwartz finished his 6.3 km — the boy’s race length — run in 26:44, over two minutes in front of the second place runner and tenth overall in the boys category. McTaggart ran her 4.3 — the girl’s race length — kms in 18:58, a full minute in front of the second place runner, quick enough to capture seventh overall in the girls category. Kyra Teetzen, another QJS runner, snagged first in the Juvenile Girls category, finishing in 18:59. Her time was also good enough to land her in eleventh overall. On the boy’s side of the juveniles, Dawson Dillman, from QJS, took fifth, finishing in 28:56. In the older categories Correlieu kept the pace up. Konrad Teetzen nabbed second in the junior boys category, running the race in 26:26, which was good enough to keep him in top ten overall, at eighth. On the girl’s side, Courtney Schneider and Michaella Balazo took seventh and eighth respectively, coming in at 23:12 and 23:59. Josiah McCart took fifth in the senior boys run, finishing in 28:06. In the senior girls category, Katrina McLean matched McCart’s feat with a fifth place of her own, finishing in 18:45, good enough for eighth overall in her first run of the season; she had been injured all fall. Laura Dunn followed not far behind in seventh, at 19:22. Naomi Hunt rounded out the top ten at 21:21. The Correlieu girls team was also able to capture third in the team results. The runners next compete in the zones in Prince George this weekend, with an eye to the provincials, which will also be held in Prince George.
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Krista Marsh & Mike Brautigam Jorden Michael Brautigam and Krista Dawn Marsh were united in marriage Saturday, July 21, 2012, in a beautiful ceremony, amid summer wild flowers, at the top of the “ski chair” at Sun Peakes Resort. Krista is the daughter of Richard and Patricia Marsh and Mike, the son of Bruce and Jennifer Brautigam. The bride was stunning in a satin strapless gown. She wore a family heirloom diamond ring which has been handed down through five generations. Maid of Honour was Shannon Davie, a friend of the bride and cousins, Camille Nelson (Fedoruk), Jody Fenton (Marsh) and Jamie Royle (Marsh), were the bridesmaids. Mike’s cousin Arlon Barz, was the best man, with friends, Corey Lougheed, Graham Ernst, and brother in law, Bob Cada, as groomsmen. Following the ceremony, a dinner and dance was held inside a large “party” tent on the soccer field at Sun Peakes. Ryan and Tyson Marsh, brothers of the bride, served as Masters of Ceremony. A “power point presentation”, with childhood pictures of the bride and groom, took everyone, “back in time”. The toast to the bride was given by Shannon Davie and Ryan Marsh. Arlon Barz toasted the groom. Tyson Marsh sang the couple’s wedding song “I Thought I Loved You Then” as Krista and Mike enjoyed the “first dance”. The “newly weds” relaxed together on a honeymoon to the Kootenays, and cabin on Kootenay Lake. The couple will reside in Quesnel and hope to finish their new house in time to move in before winter. Krista is employed by School District #28 and Mike will continue his supervisory nursing position at G.R. Baker Hopital.
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C ard of T hanks The family of John Thomas would like to thank all of those people who contributed food, prayers, anecdotes, memories, music, help and support in making the celebration of John’s life on Saturday, September 29th such a meaningful event. A special thank you goes out to the members of “The Committee” for rising to the occasion as John requested, and fulfilling your roles with aplomb. We could not have done it without you. We look back on those few days with warm memories of a very special community.
Births
Births Kellen Michael Flanagan would like to welcome his sister
Ayla JayLynn Flanagan Born on Sept. 14, 2012 at 11:18pm Weighing 7 lbs. 14 oz.
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ABC Communications seeks a self-motivated individual to join our team as an Executive Assistant in our Quesnel, BC office. As part of our growing team you will be responsible for documentation of policies, procedures, network monitoring data base and project organization. Successful candidates will require strong English skills, demonstrate knowledge and experience of Microsoft Visio, Excel, Word and Outlook. Applicants should also have strong organizational skills, customer service, and sales skills. This is a full time position.
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Help Wanted 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. AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN required at Jenner Chevrolet in Victoria BC. Rare opportunity for a top performing, quality & customer focused team player. Email: mgray@jennerchev.com Begbie’s Bar & Bistro now accepting resumes for line cooks and servers. Apply in person to Julie or Kevin. 9am-5pm. 500 Reid St. Quesnel, B.C. Billy Barker Hotel now accepting resumes for Bartender/ Server must have licence serving it right. Willing to work evenings & weekends. Apply with resume to Bonnie. Front desk, House Keeper wanted for Quality Inn & suites 753 Front St. Apply in person with resume. Full & part time delivery driver needed. Apply with resume in person at Golden Bamboo Restaurant 130 Barlow Ave. No phone calls.
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Electrician We are seeking a certified Journeyman Electrician with several years of heavy industrial experience. The successful candidate must be familiar with working in a flexible modern working environment. Experience or other trades certification such as a welder, millwright or instrument mechanic would be an asset. Cariboo Pulp & Paper Company has been a member of the Quesnel community since 1971 and is certified to ISO 9001 and 14001 standards. We offer competitive wage rates, a stable working environment and good working conditions as well as an attractive relocation package. The Quesnel area offers affordable housing, modern recreational and educational facilities and the ideal environment for the outdoor enthusiast. Please forward a resume in confidence to: Human Resources Superintendent Cariboo Pulp & Paper Company PO Box 7500, Quesnel B. C. V2J 3J6 fax 250 992-0354 Email cpphr@cariboopulp.com
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HMC Services Inc., road and bridge maintenance contractor, is looking for professional drivers for the upcoming winter season (November to March annually), to operate snowplow and sanding trucks. Positions are available in the Quesnel, McLeese Lake, Hixon, Wells and Nazko areas. Required qualiÀcations include: • Valid BC Driver’s License - minimum Class 3 with air endorsement • Proven Highway Experience • Experience driving single axle vehicles, tandem axle vehicles and operating a variety of transmissions, including a 13 speed QualiÀed applicants are invited to submit an application, along with a photocopy of their driver’s license, an up to date driver’s abstract and references to substantiate experience to: HMC Services Inc. 3401 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel, BC V2J 5Z5 Email: monica.soltvedt@hmcservices.ca Fax: 250-992-3656 Ph: 250-992-8809 Visit www.hmcservices.ca for Employment Application Form Please note applications will not be accepted without a current driver’s abstract and that only short listed applicants will be contacted. Pre-employment drug testing is part of hiring process
JOB POSTING – Plant Accountant Pinnacle Pellet is seeking an experienced Accountant to fill a full-time accounting position at its Strathnavor BC Plant location (approximately 50 km north of Quesnel). Responsibilities include: • Full cycle accounting including payables, payroll coordination and inventory control • Involved in budgeting process and monthly analysis of budget variances • Maintain bank records and prepare cash flow forecasts Skills and Qualifications: • Preference given to candidate enrolled in accounting designation program • Background in a manufacturing environment an asset • Proficiency with Microsoft Office • High level of accuracy and attention to detail • Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Pinnacle Pellet is a dynamic and rapidly growing company that currently manufactures wood pellets at 6 locations in British Columbia. Pinnacle offers competitive salaries and benefits, as well as the opportunity for young professionals to build a long term career. Submit your resume to: E-mail: hr@pinnaclepellet.com No Phone Inquiries Accepted – Closing date November 9, 2012
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Quesnel Airport truly an asset to local flyers A
s your mayor, I often have to travel out of Quesnel for business. I can honestly say I enjoy going to our airport terminal, chatting with the knowledgeable and friendly staff and getting underway in very comfortable surroundings. Many of you will remember eight years ago when Air Canada decided to stop its service to Quesnel. We thought that was going to cause a big problem, but then eight years ago this November, Central Mountain Air stepped in, offering us great service to Vancouver
Mary Sjostrrom
MAYOR’S MESSAGE and other destinations. Last week, I had the opportunity to meet with Doug McCrea, president of Central Mountain Air. We spoke about a number of things, including seat availability, scheduling and future plans. CMA has also been a
great corporate citizen, providing sponsorships for various events. It was an exciting meeting as CMA is looking to the future to determine even better ways they can serve the local flying community in the years to come. We’re always looking at ways we can make our airport more successful. As Northern B.C. continues to develop and diversify economically, we believe Quesnel is primed to be somewhat of a “bedroom” community. With affordable housing, great services and a vibrant airport, we can
live up to the slogan of “Work Anywhere, Live Here.” Another way to improve the success of our airport is to try to dispel some of the misconceptions. Did you know that last year, just 2.6 per cent of regularly scheduled flights could not land or take off due to weather issues? That’s part of living in the North – sometimes the weather just gets the best of us! But I know from experience, CMA always do their best to reduce the impact of a delayed or diverted flight.
Also, people automatically assume it’s more expensive to fly from Quesnel. But having heard anecdotal information from local travel experts, that’s not always the case. And, of course, once you factor in your time, gasoline, hotel, parking and other associated costs of flying from another city, it’s definitely worth investigating flying out of Quesnel. We’re fortunate to have the airport we do. Free parking and 30 seconds later you’re in the terminal, ready to go. To be able to get on
a flight and two hours later be at a downtown meeting in Vancouver is exceptional. And for leisure travel, once you arrive in Vancouver, the world’s your oyster. So the next time you’re planning a trip, check out the Quesnel Regional Airport. It’s easier than you think! Do you have a question for Mayor Mary Sjostrom? E-mail it to us at newsroom@ quesnelobserver.com and we’ll forward it to the Mayor so she can answer it in an upcoming column.
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Real Estate Commercial/ Industrial Property Commercial Space for rent in Quesnel City Centre , excellent for retail restaurants, office or medical. 7 Room office in one existing space @ 269 ,279 Barlow Ave call 1-604731-8389
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Real Estate Houses For Sale SOUTHILLS CHARMER REDUCED
Beautiful 4 bdrm, 3 bath executive home. Hardwood floors, oak kitchen w/bay window nook and adjoining family room. Freshly painted, fenced yard, RV parking. $299,900. #3804 Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202
QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.
35 acre hay/pasture farm on Hwy 97 south of Quesnel. 1640 sq ft house with attached garage, large heated shop, metal Hay barn, pond out back of house. Very close to town and all conveniences. Contact Richard Poitras @ 780-217-1591 or email eagleoilfield@live.ca
For Sale By Owner FULLY Renovated Family Home in South Hills. 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths, full basement. Large carport, fully fenced yard for kids. Walking distance to school. For inquiries please call 250-747-0732 NEWLY renovated 1700 sqft Bungalow on 3.65 acres. $149,900. Phone 250-7471077 or email s.b.bailey@shaw.ca PRICE REDUCED $199,900 Renovated house, 572 Wilson Street. 4 Bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. 250-992-5471 or 250983-6316
Houses For Sale MUST BE SEEN!
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Rentals
5.36 Acres 2921 sq/ft 3 bdrm, 2 bath
$229,900. 250-747-1296 IMMACULATE!
Beautiful executive home on .37ac in Johnston Sub. Lovely maple kitchen, tile & hardwood floors, new 3pc ensuite, and freshly painted in & out. 4 large BR, 3 FP, gorgeous yard. yard $339,900 #3962 #3962 Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202
Transportation
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New Condition! 141,000 km’s $13,500 Lots of Extras....... Tona cover Phone (250)992-8181
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WEST Fraser Timber, as holder of Land Based Investment Program Recipient Agreement, invites interested contractors to bid on five (5) Douglas-fir juvenile spacing units in the area of Chimney Lake in the Williams Lake TSA. The five units will be bid and awarded as separate contracts. Interested contractors must register to obtain a viewing package by emailing Bill Layton (layton_bill@yahoo.ca) and include your name, Company name, address, phone numbers and BC Forest Safety Council certification number in the email in return for a Tender package and sample contract in return. Contractors submitting a tender must meet the following prequalification criteria in order to tender a bid: 1. Bidders must be Safe Certified with the BC Safety Council 2. Bidders must have WCB coverage active and in good standing, 3. Bidders must demonstrate the controls and capacity to act as Prime Contractor. Further requirements are listed in the Invitation to Tender. References for your business must be supplied on request.
Tenders
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Apt/Condo for Rent
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Cars - Domestic
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WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr.
N Quesnel 2Bdrm suite in 4Plex. Walking distance to all amenities. Ideal for older or working couple. Private drive & entrance. Avail. immediately. Call (250)992-5796
1999 Pontiac Grand Am, 160000 kms, body and interior in excellent condition, engine needs work, 4 brand new Perelli tires. Asking $2000. Call Don at 778-414-3834
Notice to Remove Private Land From Woodlot Licence W0532
Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Move-In Incentives Available. Call 250-992-8949 BEAUTIFUL 2br daylight suite. Maple Dr $900 util inc. DW, W/D & large yard. Oct 15 or Nov 1. NS, Refs req. 316-2186 N Quesnel 2bdrm. Apt., Clean and quiet, references required, caretaker on-site $625/mo. Available immediately. Call (250)992-5994, (250)992-3376.
Commercial/ Industrial
House for Sale
Rentals
For Rent or Lease 276 Reid St. - 1600 sq ft Downtown core - Street Level - Available Immediately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177 Retail/Office Space 146 Barlow St. downtown core - Approx. 1100 sq ft - street level, 1100 sq ft upper level. Can be rented separately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177. Available immediately.
Duplex / 4 Plex DUPLEX FOR RENT - DRAGON LAKE AREA - 3 BEDROOM UPSTAIRS UNIT NEWER KITCHEN AND BATHROOM 1180 SQ FT HOT WATER HEAT - DOWNSTAIRS UNIT 2 BEDROOM 1150 SQ FT HEATED FLOORS - 850/MONTH LARGE YARD CONTACT RICHARD @ 780-217-1591
Sport Utility Vehicle
Mobile Homes & Pads 2bdrm. unit in quiet park. $650/mo. + utilities. Includes W/D. Available immediately Call (250)747-2951
Trucks & Vans 2004 Dodge Ram 4X4
Homes for Rent For RENT or SALE! 5bdrm. house near Lakeview School. Available Nov 1st, $1,300. Call (250)747-3911. Immaculate log home 2bdrm + den on desirable 1929 Beach Cres. 6 Appliances, Avail immediately $1100/mn. (250)747-2375 Nearly new 3 bdrm. rancher in quiet, friendly S. Quesnel neighbourhood. Near Lakeview School, shopping, etc. N/S, no dogs. References required. $900/mo. Available Nov 1st. Call (250)747-5239
Suites, Lower 1Bdrm bsmt suite near west park mall, N/S, N/P, Ref required $475/mo 250-992-8715 1bdrm. suite in brand new house. Close to MP Mall. N/P, N/S. Call 747-3878 1Bedroom Basement Suite, $350/mo. Available Nov 1st. Call (250)747-4491 2Bdrm. Suite in 4Plex. $625/mo. Available Nov. 1st, call (250)992-5113 North Quesnel - Bright 1 bdrm bsmt suite, utilities included, w/d, $550/mo. (250)992-2362
Townhouses RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean. Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429
Sport Utility Vehicle
Please be advised that Joseph Robert Huard is proposing to remove 28.15 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W0532 located in the vicinity of Fridlington Road, south of Quesnel, B.C.. Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Cariboo Forest Consultants Ltd., PO Box 4629, Quesnel, BC, V2J 3J8, Attn: Steven Curtis, R.P.F. by November 5, 2012. Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Steven Curtis, R.P.F. at 250-747-4382.
School District No. 28 (Quesnel)
FINANCIAL AUDIT SERVICES School District No. 28 (QUESNEL) invites tenders from qualified auditors for the annual financial audit. Tender documents are available October 15, 2012 at the Quesnel School District Office – 401 North Star Road, QUESNEL, B.C. V2J 5K2 or you can access the documents on the District website: http://www.sd28.bc.ca/district/departments/finance/ Proposals will be received at the Quesnel School District Office at the above address on or before 2:30 p.m., Friday, November 30, 2012. Please direct all inquiries by e-mail to Ms. Teri Stoneman, Secretary-Treasurer at teristoneman@sd28.bc.ca or telephone (250) 992-8802. The Quesnel School District reserves the right to reject all proposals and to accept any proposal it considers advantageous. The lowest of any proposal may not necessarily be accepted.
QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.
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Rentals
Lovely 4 or 5 Bedroom house. Nice & bright, freshly painted and lots of updates. Bay window, 2 fireplaces, and more. $288,900 #3972
Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202
QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.
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FROM $600/mo Quiet. Secure. Clean. Seniors and families welcome.
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SALE RUNS TIL OCTOBER 31
We think we will, we think we might offer you fantastic deals on every car, truck, SUV and van you see here!
CLEANEST IN TOWN!!
E BL N A C O EC DITI P IM CON Bi-weekly $125.33 (60 months)
Bi-weekly $158.58 (60 months)
Bi-weekly $241.33 (48 months)
2006 TIBURON
2009 Grand Caravan
2005 Dodge 1500 Quad
12T086A - 81,000km, 4 cyl-STD
12T132B - 90,000km, 3.3L, V6,DVD
12T155A - 119,000 km, 5.7L, HEMI
Was $14,990
Was $17,389
Was $19,980
Now$10,990
Now$14,889
Now$17,988
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HEE W E ALL DRIV Bi-weekly $127.51 (60 months)
Bi-weekly $121.77 (60 months)
Bi-weekly $90.36 (60 months)
2008 Sebring Touring
2007 Fusion SEL
2007 PONTIAC G5
12T038B - 88,000km, 2.7L, V6 Auto, Sunroof
9293CF - 22,000km, V6 Auto
13T003A - 67,000 km, 2.2L AUTO
Was $13,995
Was $12,995
Was $10,995
Now$11,888
Now$11,333
Now$7,995
HUGE SELECTION OF PREMIUM RECONDITIONED VEHICLES 2008 CHEV COBALT Bi-weekly
2009 HONDA FIT
$97.57 (60 months) 11T098B
81,000 km
$8,995 2008 FORD Super Duty
Bi-weekly $314.60 (60 months)
12T167ACF- 1 TON,
Bi-weekly $139.33 (60 months)
$12,995 2006 FORD F350 4x4 Kingranch Diesel 12T160ACF
Bi-weekly $327.62 (60 months)
DIESEL, 140,000 km
1 TON, Low kms
$29,990
$28,995
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