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After conducting a study in communities ranging from Prince George to Prince Rupert involving 50 indigenous women and girls, Human Rights Watch has released a report accusing the RCMP of neglect and abuse. Meghan Rhoad, one of the people who conducted the study, said violence against women is systemic. Both she and Mavis Erickson, who acted as a liaison during the study, agreed fear permeated many of the conversations held between First Nations women and girls and members of Human Rights Watch. Interviewees were nervous, careful of their surroundings and needed constant reassurance no one would know they talked to them. “On one hand these women face violence in their communities, whether with a loved one or on the street, and on the other hand they face a police force that is neglectful or who mistreat them,� Rhoad said. She added that though the RCMP have asked that victims of alleged abuse by officers come forward, Humand Rights Watch will not disclose their identities. “It is up to them if they choose to come forward,� she said, adding the onus is not on the victim. “It is misdirection on the part of government and police to put the onus De Ly nd a PILON/ Fre e Pre s s back on the victim.� With a history from residential schools to the Judge Meghan Rhoad with Human Rights Watch, Mavis Erickson and Carrier-Sekani tribal chief, Terry Teegee, David Ramsay case, the issues between indigenous women were among those who discussed Human Rights Watch’s report on policing in northern B.C. and the police are generational. “There is very little that is new in this report,� she said. It has been 19 years since her sister’s body was found. An RCMP statement says they take the Human Rights “It’s either happened to them or to someone in their fami“There are no answers. It has taken a toll on our family Watch report very seriously. lies.� to sit and wait and wait for the police officers to do their In a written response to a series of questions posed by The report includes several recommendations to job,� she said. “Our hearts go out to other families. Some- Human Rights Watch in the fall of 2012, the RCMP emphaimprove the situation, however Carrier-Sekani tribal chief times they come to us and ask what they should do. Why? sized the seriousness of allegations of police misconduct Terry Teegee said there have been many such reports with The police should provide that service for them.� and that these allegations must be brought forward for recommendations, and few if any of those were ever acted “This is a bigger story in regards to the RCMP and their proper investigation. on. As an example he referred to the Highway of Tears conduct,� Teegee said. “There is something fundamen“We also explained that complaints could be made to symposium, which Erickson coordinated and Mary Tee- tally wrong with how the RCMP treat our people, our the RCMP directly, to the Commission of Public Comgee with Carrier-Sekani Family Services co-chaired. women.� plaints against the RCMP or to other independent investiNevertheless, he said they would keep drawing attenTeegee said the country needs an independent body gative bodies without fear of retaliation,� states a release tion to the issues between authorities and First Nations to monitor the RCMP, one with a larger mandate than issued by Janice Armstrong, chief superintendent, deputy females until something changes. the Independent Investigation Office which only looks at criminal operations officer. “Unfortunately, five months One thing Brenda Wilson, whose sister, Ramona, was incidents involving the police, on or off duty, and a death later and none of these allegations have been brought formurdered in 1994, wants is services put in place for fami- or serious injury. ward for investigation. It is impossible to deal with such lies undergoing that kind of trauma. He said there also needs to be a safe way for women public and serious complaints when we have no method When they first reported Ramona missing, the police to report abuse and crimes that have been perpetrated to determine who the victims or the accused are. disagreed and said she was likely a runaway. against them. “British Columbians know and have seen that police “We had no direction of where we should look or what Mary Teegee would like an independent organization officers are being held accountable for their actions and we should do,� she said. “We were totally lost in the pro- formed made up mostly of First Nations women so others are being charged and even dismissed for clearly breachcess of looking for my sister.� can feel safe coming forward. ing their authorities and our expectations.�
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for Awareness and Learning Science (B.C. PALS), meaning Science World will go on the road again, bringing hands-on science experiences to children around the province. The program, expected to have a budget of about $1 million annually, reaches about 190,000 people in 150 communities around the province each year. In three years it visited nine schools in Prince George, until the program was discontinued in 2012. “I frankly am at a loss why the government would spend $11 million in Vancouver on Science World and not bring it to the rest of the province,” Dix said. “It is required as much or more elsewhere in the province.” Dix tied the program, which helps encourage excitement about science, with the current skilled worker shortage. Local professor of chemistry at the university, Todd Whitcombe, agreed. He said the current
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NDP leader Adrian Dix announced Thursday he plans to bring back the BC PALS program so Science World can tour communities in the province. From left is NDP candidate Sherry Ogasawara, University of Northern B.C. professor Todd Whitcombe, Adrian Dix, local teachers association president Matt Pearce, UNBC professor Steve Rader, and NDP candidate Bobby Deepak. government has spoken at length on the skilled worker shortage and the number of jobs that will continue to open in the future. What he hasn’t often heard, he said, is that 36 per cent of those jobs will require a university degree and of those, 20 per cent will need a science background. “We spend a great deal of time teaching our kids to play piano.
We spend a great deal of our time teaching our kids to play baseball,” he said, adding there is nothing wrong with that. However, he said, perhaps time should also be spent teaching children about science. Matt Pearce, local teacher ’s association president, said hands-on experiments get kids excited about science.
“It’s crucial kids get excited about science,” he said. Steve Rader, a biochemistry professor at the university, added it’s good to show students the fun around asking questions about the world. Dix said the full NDP platform would be unveiled after reviewing the fiscal situation. “We have to present a fully costed platform,” he said.
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Lloyd William Cook, 54, was sentenced Tuesday to five years in prison for convictions which stem from the death 13 years ago of his stepson, Adam Scott Williams-Dudoward. Wayne Dudoward, Adam’s biological father, sat in the back of the courtroom, listening as B.C. Supreme Court Justice Glen Parrett gave Cook a three-year jail term for unlawful confinement and two years in jail for offering an indignity to a human body, both terms to run consecutively. Before pronouncing sentence, Parrett asked Cook if he had anything to say. Cook responded by giving a long, often rambling and tearful statement. He sobbed and said that he was “sorry.” First, however, Cook told the court about his own “abusive” childhood, his ending up in jail, and of alcohol problems which plagued him for many years. He said the words, ‘I’m sorry,’ several times in apparent reference to his actions around the time of Adam’s death. “I want to express that I’m very sorry,” he said. “I regret not calling 911 on the day this happened. I wish I would’ve... What I did was irrational. I know now it was very wrong. I’m very sorry for what Judy [Williams, the boy’s natural mother] and her
whole family have gone through...I know I didn’t do the right thing.” The case has taken several twists and turns. Although Adam died Jan. 7, 2000, it was not until October 2004 – after Williams went to police – that the remains of the 13-year-old were found in a bush off North Nechako Road. In 2009, following an RMCP undercover operation, Cook was arrested and charged with manslaughter and related offences. Circumstances around Adam’s death are still shrouded in mystery. As Justice Parrett noted in his reasons for judgment, all these years later, there are still many unanswered questions. How and why did Adam die? It was only in 2004 that Williams reported Adam’s death to RCMP and later helped them to locate an area off North Nechako Road where her son’s remains were believed found. Adam’s body had apparently been wrapped in a blanket, placed in the trunk of a car for two to three weeks – and at one point, noted Parrett, the trunk with the boy’s remains inside was in the driveway within a few feet of a visiting social worker. The body was then buried in a shallow grave. During the trial which began in January, court heard that back in 2000, Cook and Williams were living common-law in a
trailer in Prince George with Williams’ two sons. For two to three days before his Jan. 7 death, Adam had been tied up in a bedroom, allegedly to prevent him from touching his younger brother. Testifying in the Crown’s case, Williams gave an account suggesting Cook came in from outside to find Adam in distress, and later unresponsive, but Cook did not phone for medical assistance. “I know I didn’t do the right thing,” Cook said Tuesday. “I realize that now and I’m sorry. I’m not in denial of what happened ... I want to be accountable for what I’ve done... for what happened.”’ Parrett said Tuesday that in considering Cook’s sentence, he looked at his “significant and disturbing” criminal record: 33 criminal convictions in the years 1975 to 1998. He took time to read out, one by one, Cook’s convictions with dates and places where each occurred including thefts, break and enters, assaults, assault causing bodily harm, impaired driving and forcible confinement. Parrett stressed that several offences were committed at times when Cook was already on probation for other matters. Parrett found that in Cook’s case, there was no evidence of “traditional characterization of child abuse” such as shaken baby or physical abuse, he did find the act of tying
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Adam up for two or three days, apparently to separate the children, while a “single act,” covered an extended period of time. “Nothing justifies this use of force or restraint,” said Parrett. Outside the courthouse, Dudoward said with the trial ordeal over, he felt “quite drained.” Although he was “pleased” with
the judge’s almost fiveyear sentence for Cook (less three weeks for time served in custody), Dudoward said he’s still “perplexed” as to why Cook was not convicted of manslaughter. For him, Cook’s contrite apologies and “lots of crying” in front of the judge that day rang hollow. “He’s [Cook] just try-
ing to justify his actions through his lies, and I’m quite angered... He’s not remorseful. He’s just evil.” When the Free Press asked him what he remembers most about his son Adam, Dudoward smiled. “He was a gentle spirit. He was like that with everyone ... just a beautiful spirit.”
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Justin LoChang with Cardiac Services B.C.; Dr. Colleen Hennessy, cardiologist; Suzanne Johnston, Northern Health vice-president clinical program; MLA Shirley Bond; and Barb Hennessy with Cardiac Services officially opened the NORTH clinic last week. spoke about the stellar care local doctors give their patients and the importance of creating a network, similar to the northern cancer control strategy, and applying that to heart patients. Video conferencing technology will be available, linking communities, and computerized charts will be kept, making the office virtually
paperless. Doctors will update the charts in real time, meaning the latest diagnosis, patient information and medication information will be available instantly. One of the pieces of equipment demonstrated during the opening was an electronic stethoscope. With it and using the computer and an assistant, a doctor
can examine a patient remotely. Cardiologist Dr. Colleen Hennessy said the program will reduce hospitalization time and improve the quality of life of heart patients by allowing for a nearly instant transfer of knowledge from the specialist to the primary care physician, which will translate into an action of care.
The program also improves a patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s access to a specialist. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This epitomizes the values of collaboration and innovation,â&#x20AC;? Dr. Suzanne Johnston, Northern Health vicepresident of clinical programs, said. The network is expected to expand to other northern communities, continuing to improve access to cardiac health.
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Several committee of the whole recommendations on core service review suggestions were considered at Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s city council meeting leading to a animated discussion on fluoridation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In my opinion we have no right to dump this stuff into our drinking water,â&#x20AC;? Coun. Albert Koehler said. Koehler referred to several studies as he shared his concerns about fluoridation, stating it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t used in Germany where it is â&#x20AC;&#x153;forbidden to add toxins to the water.â&#x20AC;? The suggestion from the COW meeting included putting the question of whether or not the city should fluoridate the water to city residents in a referendum during the next municipal election. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We should stop (fluoridating) right now. We shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait for a referendum,â&#x20AC;? Koehler said. Coun. Garth Frizzell said several organizations like the Centre for Disease
Control and the World Health Organization do not stand against fluoridation, and dentists worldwide strongly support adding it to the water. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Health Canada said there are no adverse health affects at or below acceptable concentrations,â&#x20AC;? he said. He added council should pursue asking Northern Health if they will fund fluoridation, another part of the recommendation from the COW meeting, then discuss setting up a referendum. Mayor Shari Green said she supports fluoridation and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think it should be stopped without public input. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why a referendum works in this case,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So far there is no scientific evidence it works. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a myth â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t,â&#x20AC;? Koehler said. He added that he has a doctorate and understands the scientific process. The valid studies, he said, prove fluoridation is harmful rather than helpful to populations. Coun. Brian Skakun said he sup-
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here is little doubt that the biggest challenge facing John Rustad and the Liberals in the Nechako Lakes riding comes from the right, not from the left. The riding is staunchly conservative and Rustad now faces a BC Conservative candidate, Dan Brooks, who is definitely up for a fight. So much so, in his speech to the riding association this week he listed 21 things he’s going to “fight” for. “In essence I’m going to fight for you,” he said. In some respects it’s kind of sad to think that someone entering politics sees everything as a fight, but politics is kind of like that. Brooks will definitely be an interesting entrant into the Nechako Lakes political scene. He was born in Vanderhoof and grew up there, and in Alberta. He has a degree in classical studies (Greek and Roman) from the University of Waterloo. But it’s as a guide-outfitter that most people in the area know him. He, like a lot of people entering politics, is doing so because the government has brought in regulations that hurt his business. Oh, and this wasn’t done by the dastardly NDP of the 1990s, it was done by the Liberals of the 2000s. However, Brooks does have a sense of humour. “I feel an awful lot like the businessman who was walking down Burrard in Vanderhoof when a voice came to him from out of nowhere and said ‘stop, you’re about to be hit by a piano,’ he said in his speech Tuesday. “So the man stopped and a piano came crashing down right in front of him where he was about to step. He looked around but couldn’t find the source of the voice. Bewildered the man kept walking when the voice came again and said ‘stop, you’re about to be hit by a truck.’ So he stopped again just as a truck came barreling by narrowly missing him. Again he looked around for the voice but couldn’t see where it came from. So he called out “who are you and what is your purpose?’ And the voice came back to him saying ‘why I’m your guardian angel and I’m here to protect you.’ And the man yelled back ‘where were you when I voted Liberal?’” It’s a cute joke, but it also exemplifies some of the woes facing the Liberals. They have lost the support of the far right, which they need to win. “The Liberals have not just failed me, they have failed us all,” Brooks said. “They campaigned on a free-enterprise platform, but delivered a left-wing agenda.” OK, that one might be tough for some folks to swallow. The Liberals might not have delivered an agenda that is farright, but it’s far from a left-wing one. The question in Nechako Lakes will be whether Brooks can steal enough votes from Rustad to allow the NDP to steal an otherwise safe riding. As for the question of votesplitting, Brooks is unapologetic. “The Liberals want us to vote for them not because we believe in them, but for fear of the NDP,” Brooks said. “Make no mistake, the vote-splitting argument is asking us to abandon our principles and vote Liberal, not on their merits or their track record, but solely because they are not the NDP. They don’t offer a positive vision for our future, they offer to do less damage than the NDP. Voting for the party that does the least amount of damage is not a good reason to vote.” The fight is on in Nechako Lakes.
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On the campaign trail We are on the threshold of the provincial election and willingness to stand for office. They are setting campaign. Have some fun sorting out the wheat aside a large piece of their personal life to particifrom the chaff and hopefully find out the real facts. pate in the electoral process. Good for them. It is interesting how different people in differAs voters we also have a responsibility. It will not ent groups can take the same data and develop a take the amount of time that the candidates and position that will take you either to the doorway of their teams will invest in the process, but it will take Heaven or the gates of Hell. The information may some time and effort. Get the best information you be factual, but given the right treatment white can can and don’t rely on coffee room gossip or your become black and vice versa. best friend’s advice. All of the parties have websites The party strategists all have the same informathat detail much of what they will do if elected to tion. By selectively emphasizing or office. While information on the webignoring some of the information sites is factual, it will quite naturally be they create a platform that will have phrased in a manner that will reflect a greater appeal to the voters than most positively on their party. the platform of those other guys. The Don’t be afraid to ask questions. In Onside development of the election strategy our electronic world access to a comhas been going on for several months. puter makes it easier. There will be a VICTORBOWMAN Once the strategy is in place, trainmechanism to ask questions and receive ing of the candidates begins. The candidates work further information. Watch out for replies that skirt very hard to memorize and expound the position the issue you are interested in. A couple of answers of their party. They are then released on the public one must analyze carefully are the replies to the where they talk the party line like so many zombies. questions of how much it is going to cost and who The parties like to call it continuity, but in reality is going to pay for it. it is a tried and true method of helping new candiThe candidates running in your riding should be dates keeps their foot out of their mouth. eager to discuss any questions or concerns you may Add to this interesting mix the usual media madhave. Appreciate that they are on a heavy schedule ness and you have the basis for considerable confuand may have to get back to you at a later time. If sion. There are some members of the media who they don’t want to talk to you I guess you don’t endeavor to keep their reporting and comments want to vote for them. based on facts. Unfortunately, there are many others Our system of governance is not perfect but it is in the media who are hoping to catch someone with a heck of a lot better than what exists in so much of their hand in the till or other sensational behavior. the rest of the world. It is a privilege to live where We all need to give our sympathy, patience and we do with the freedoms that we have. If we want understanding to all the candidates, especially the to see our system in the future, then we all have an brand new ones. Regardless of party, capability obligation to give some time and informed effort to and personality, they have all shown the courage help the system to survive.
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Changing OCP opens doors Editor: Re: Official Community Plan amendment to affect all of Prince George Obviously city council will do anything to rezone the old Haldi Road school property so an investor can put in an institution. Anticipating a shoo-through of the rezoning by the current council, the investor gutted the old school. The only thing that went wrong was that the Haldi neighbourhood fought back against an illegal move by the city whereby their rezoning plan didn’t fit the Official Community Plan. The city is now trying to amend the OCP and when they found their new rezoning application doesn’t fit the proposed change to the OCP, plans are to rescind (and redo) the second reading of the rezoning so it fits the OCP proposed amendments better. My concerns: Why is the OCP being tinkered with so that the investor and not the neighbourhood is protected? Why is the city not taking the community’s formal concerns seriously when the majority are opposed to this centre at the Haldi location? After all, it is an Official Community Plan, not an official investor’s plan. What is so special about the Haldi Road school location (with already stressed water aquifer) that this type of centre will not fit anywhere else? Is it because the investor is now stuck with a hollow shell unmarketable as a residence? How can the city allow rezoning for an institution for 30 women, plus children, plus workers when the Haldi location does not have city water and sewer? I feel the city’s approach to this rezoning is unethical, a waste of taxpayers’ dollars, and is imposing financial stress on a neighbourhood that is only asking the city to abide by the OCP. Residents shouldn’t have to pay for court costs to have the city act legally. Residents should not be bullied by the city to conform to desires of an investor. Councillors should represent the citizens, not one special interest investor. Allowing the OCP amendment to pass will give city council free rein to put a therapeutic centre wherever in the city they desire. Wake up residents if you don’t want this to happen in your neighbourhood. Let the city know that we want to have our concerns not only heard, but acted upon. Let big business deal with their losses, but not on the backs of taxpayers. G. Pettersen Prince George
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Mayor Shari Green and College Heights Senior Secondary school students donned pink shirts recently to promote Pink Shirt Day, which is February 27. Everyone is encouraged to wear pink on that day to stamp out bullying.
All candidates should attend debates Editor: With a provincial election fast approaching local voters will be hearing a great deal from local MLA candidates but this year it would be nice if all of the candidates showed up for their job interviews. In the past two elections our
local MLAs have never appeared at an unscripted public forum and answered questions from voters who are not already identified as their supporters. This is arrogant behaviour and should not be tolerated by citizens who pay the MLA wages. It is akin to skipping your own job
interview. Perhaps the publisher of the Free Press might perform a public service and organize a public debate between the candidates. Make sure you invite them all and let us voters know if any of them intend to skip the interview. Matt Pearce Prince George
Too many questions, not enough answers on deal The second of two columns on the China-Canada Agreement for the Promotion of Investment (FIPPA).
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Of even greater concern is the fact that the treaty text is not the whole story, warn David Schneiderman and Gus Van Harten, professors of law at the University of Toronto and at Osgoode Hall Law School, respectively. “They is an ever-expanding body of international investment law -- arising from disputes between investors and states and decided by arbitrators who operate outside of national and international courts -- providing authoritative interpretations of the treaties,” they contend in a Nov. 25 column in the Toronto Star. “Investment arbitration is a form of privatized justice rather than a publicly funded court,” they caution. “The costs
paid by the disputing parties are very high. . . . And the risks of an arbitration award against the government raise the prospect of open-ended liability that has, in some cases, reached billions of dollars.” They worry that “the deal exposes Canadian taxpayers to significant risks and Canadian voters to powerful legal constraints that preclude changes to Canadian public policy.” The proposed Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement with Mainland China is worse than other similar agreements concluded in the recent past, B.C. MP and Green Party leader Elizabeth May said in the House of Commons Feb. 6. “We are allowing the People’s Republic of China and its state-owned enterprises the ability to circumvent our courts, bypass our court system, and go directly to an international arbitration and challenge any law passed at the municipal level, provincial level, federal level, or even any decision
of our courts.” Milos Barutciski and Matthew Kronby, both partners of the law firm Bennett Jones LLP in Toronto, disagree. “The FIPPA will not change the ability of either country to review or reject investments from the other when it determines that they are not in the national interest,” they maintain in a Nov. 2 article in The Globe and Mail. “Canada will retain the power to approve, impose conditions or block state-owned enterprises or private investments when they are not of benefit to Canada.” However, May says the potential for expensive arbitrations for damages against Canada for decisions at the provincial level call for explicit agreement with the provinces before the treaty is ratified. Other critics point out that Canada would be stuck with the treaty for at least 15 years, with impacts of the actions of grandfathered-in corporations continuing for another 15 to 16 years, whereas
in contrast only six months’ notice is required to discontinue adherence to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Internationalization through increased internationalized trade is a worthy ideal, says Herman E. Daly, University of Maryland professor of public policy. It assumes that each participating nation still retains autonomy within its own boundaries. But the globalization we are getting instead means the global economic integration of many former national economies into one global economy, mainly by free trade and free capital mobility,” he says in his 2007 book, Ecological Economics and Sustainable Development. “It is the effective erasure of national boundaries for economic purposes.” Is this what we want? I hope Elizabeth May is able to pose more questions about the proposed Canada-China FIPPA and get meaningful answers in a timely manner.
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Budget Meeting Monday, February 25 Council Chambers – 3:30 pm Advisory Committee on Development Design Wednesday, February 27th 2nd Floor Conference Room – 12:00 p.m. Heritage Commission Thursday, February 28th 2nd Floor Conference Room- 12:00 p.m.
BROADCASTING OF COUNCIL MEETINGS: To follow live Council meetings, visit the City’s website at www.princegeorge.ca as webcasting services and video archiving of agenda items are available for the public.
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the provisions of Section 26(3) of the Community Charter that the City of Prince George intends to lease 1491 17th Avenue, Prince George, BC to the Prince George (Pacific No. 43) Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion for a term of 3 years at a rent of $1,000.00 per year. Ian Wells, Planning and Development
Volunteers are the heart of our community and we need your help in recognizing those that give so much of themselves for others. The City of Prince George annually recognizes the outstanding contributions of individuals in our community. Several awards are bestowed on volunteers that contribute so much and make a difference in our community. If you know a volunteer who has made a significant contribution, please let us know. There are four types of awards including the Recreation & Culture Award, Community Service Award, Youth of the Year Award and the Outstanding Volunteer Award. Nominations are due by 4:30 pm on March 4th, 2013 and can be submitted to City Hall. For more information or a Nomination Package please contact Community Services at 250-561-7640 or www.princegeorge.ca click City Living > Civic Appreciation.
CHANGES TO UTILITY RATES AND CHARGES Since the fall of 2012, Council has considered changes to utility rates and charges. At Final Reading on December 20, 2012 Council approved those changes for 2013. Rate increases are reflected in the enclosed bill. What are the Changes? Utility Rate Increases:
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JOB POSTINGS CPIC Operator, Regular Full-Time, Police Support Services 13/012 - closing March 1, 2013 Labourers (Contingency List) 13/011 - closing March 8, 2013
INVITATION TO TENDER T13-02 Materials Testing Services closing date: February 28, 2013 T13-03 Supply of Road Patching Material & Aggregate, closing date: February 28, 2013
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL: P13-05 Civic Plaza Enhancement Project, closing date: March 13, 2013 P13-04 Snow, Ice & Storm Water Utility closing date: March 11, 2013 For information concerning City of Prince George bidding opportunities visit BC Bid @ www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca
PROCLAMATIONS February is proclaimed Heart Month February is proclaimed Toastmasters International Month February 15 – March 15, 2013 is proclaimed Strong Kids Month
ACCESS AWARD OF MERIT The Prince George Advisory Committee on Accessibility invites nominations for the Access Award of Merit. The Access Award of Merit is presented annually to individuals, groups or businesses that have made a significant contribution towards a barrier free community, which is both universally accessible and inclusive to all residents. This Award is the
that is funded by user fees, transfer station gate fees, and Regional District contributions to transfer station costs. As with the sewer and water utilities, the City strives to maintain a contingency fund equivalent to 25% of solid waste operating expenditures. The City pays the Regional District for tipping fees at the landfill and these fees have increased 27% over the last 5 years. The Regional District has advised it will continue to recommend the increase of tipping fees charged to the City to offset increased operational costs at the landfill. Why Were the Rates and Fees Increased? Like so many communities across Canada, the City’s infrastructure (water, sewer, roads, and buildings) is aging. We are not investing enough to repair and replace the City’s infrastructure. For example, information gathered about the City’s linear assets predicts an investment of $2.370 million for the sewer utility and $4.990 million for the water utility will be required annually to fund the renewal of existing assets. In order to address this investment challenge, Council has approved rate increases that meet operational, capital and asset renewal costs. Council has made progressive and responsible fiscal management a strategic priority and will continue to direct the development of an asset plan for utilities that incorporates sustainable approaches to infrastructure management. Questions? If you have questions about your utility bill or account, contact the City of Prince George Service Centre at 250-561-7600. More information about the City of Prince George’s Asset Management Plan can be found at: www.princegeorge.ca
Other Fee Changes: The 10% discount for early payment of utility bills is no longer available. There will be a 10% penalty for late payment of utility bills. This is consistent with the practice of other municipalities. A $30 fee will apply when exchanging garbage containers for a different size (either larger or smaller). For new homeowners, there will be a six month grace period during which their garbage container can be exchanged once for no fee. The cost per container exchange thereafter is $30.00. How are Utilities Funded? Sewer and Water The sewer and water utilities are self funded through user fees. Rates are developed to generate revenue to fund operating costs, debt payments and a contingency fund which is used to fund unexpected expenses and emergency costs. Contingency funds also enable spending early in the year before revenue from utility bill payments is received. In addition, user fees fund the development of new and the renewal of existing capital infrastructure. Solid Waste The solid waste service is operated as a utility
SPRING SUMMER GUIDES The City of Prince George Spring Summer 2013 Guides will be delivered to Prince George residents through the Free Press on Friday, March 1st, 2013. Guides will also be given out at our Spring Active Living Market at Pine Centre Mall March 2nd and 3rd, 2013.
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Mike Morris will seek the Liberal nomination for the Prince George-Mackenzie riding, he said this week. The former RCMP superintendent will utilize that experience as well as many others if he receives the nomination then wins in May’s election.
CNC aviation up in the air The future of the Aviation Program at the College of New Caledonia campus in Vanderhoof has not been determined. The college board will be looking at the aviation program, as well as many other budget related decisions, at upcoming board meetings Feb. 22 and March 22, with final decisions on the 2013/14 budget being made at the April 26 board meeting. “It is important to note that CNC is dealing with a projected $1 million shortfall for next year’s budget, which means the viability of undersubscribed programs must be considered,” said Randall Heidt, CNC’s Director of Communications and Development. There are currently no students registered in the aviation program at the Vanderhoof campus and only one student taking business courses related to aviation at the Prince George campus. There is only one applicant for the aviation program for September 2013. “Given the extremely low numbers, it would be irresponsible for the college not to look at the cost of delivering the aviation program in Vanderhoof during this time of fiscal restraint and a projected $1 million budget shortfall,” Heidt said. “However, no official decision on the future of the aviation program has been made.”
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Playbill BOUDREAU BACK An evening of musical comedy comes your way at Artspace above Books and Company on Saturday, Feb. 23 with a delightful appearance by Dawn Boudreau and guests, including MC Carter Hortie. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 available at Books and Company.
KENNEDY SISTERS Artspace welcomes the Kennedy Sisters to the stage on Saturday, March 9 at 8 p.m. Carlie and Julie Kennedy are identical twins who will captivate the audience with their unique fusion of folk, country, jazz and Celtic music. Tickets are on sale at Books and Company for $15.
CHRIS HARRIS Local photographer Chris Harris will be at Canfor Theatre at UNBC Wednesday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m. to talk about his new book, Flyover, written by Sage Birchwater. Harris will be telling the stories of the stunning photographs he took and offering artistic and technical insights to his work as an artist, photographer and publisher. The event is sponsored by PG Photographic Society. Tickets are $10, available at Books and Company.
Teen violinist steps to stage front Gabrielle Jacob will play feature part in PGSO performance TERESA MALLAM arts@pgfreepress.com
Gabrielle Jacob, 15, is featured soloist in Saturday’s Prince George Symphony Orchestra’s concert, Masterworks. As winner of the 2012 Integris Youth Concerto Competition, she’s been given the opportunity to play in the PGSO concert. So the spotlight will shine on her and her violin as she performs in Max Bruch’s romantic First Violin Concerto. A student at Duchess Park Secondary, Jacob says she enjoys living “day to day” but admits her upcoming performance is a great opportunity for her. She told the Free Press Wednesday she’s excited, not nervous. “I’ve been part of the orchestra’s Side by Side [mentoring] program for many years and I know a lot of the musicians, so I don’t feel that nervous going into the concert – I’m just really excited to be playing with the orchestra.” Jacob says her skill on the violin comes after years of study, first with her mother, an accomplished violin player and teacher, and more recently with guidance of PGSO concert master Jose Delgado-Guevara. “Jose teaches out of the P.G. Conservatory of Music and I have been studying with him for about five years. I started out (playing violin) at a very young age, when I was two or three years old my mother taught me first violin under the Suzuki method. I also studied violin with [Northern Orchestra maestro] Gordon Lucas.” Delgado-Guevara says Jacob is both talented and dedicated. “It is a joy to teach her and I am so pleased she has the opportunity to showcase her hard work.”
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The spotlight will shine on soloist Gabrielle Jacob on Saturday. After she won the Integris award with its $1,000 cash prize, Jacob took a trip to Italy last summer to further study music, an experience which only added to her formal knowledge and love of the violin. “I used the money for tuition to take a violin program in Tuscany, Italy which was especially designed for performing chamber music. It was just amazing. I met new friends there, mostly from America, we got to play in concert. We took a day trip to Florence and we saw other violinists perform in concert – they were a few steps
above us, so it was interesting to see what may be in store for us.” While she was there, Jacob said she got to do a bit of sightseeing. “One day we got the opportunity to visit an organic farm and really have a good look around,” she said. “It was great.” PGSO general manager Marnie Hamagami says the Masterworks program begins with a performance of Beethoven’s Egmont Overture, one of his most stirring and overtly dramatic concert works. The program ends with one of the great classical-era symphonies of Franz Joseph Hayden,
his Symphony No. 104. “This work, known as The London, was written specifically for performance in England and is Haydn’s last and greatest work for symphony orchestra: a composition that effortlessly combines classical era depth and ingenuity with charming melodies and grand orchestral effects.” The Prince George Symphony Orchestra’s Masterworks concert featuring soloist Gabrielle Jacob starts at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Vanier Hall. Tickets are available at Studio 2880 or at the PGSO offices.
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She’s up early in the morning, so Carolyn Ibis is often the first face people see behind the counter or at the drive-thru as she cheerfully serves up coffee, breakfast and meal deals at McDonalds on Central and 15th. Ibis is good is at her job, she’s fast and efficient. She bubbles with enthusiasm just talking about her last great hiking or biking adventure and, if all goes according to plan, she’ll soon be serving up her own brand of success on the Amazing Race Canada. Ibis, 43, wants to put her love of adventure, the great outdoors and her well-honed physical fitness skills to good use. “Me and my friend, Peter Hvezda, are trying out for Amazing Race Canada,” Ibis told the Free Press on
We d n e s d a y. “He’s more laid back and I’m the outgoing one. I have more emotion, he’s more analytical. We thought we’d make a good team as we both like outdoors, adventure and there definitely would be some drama.” Her immediate goal, she says, is for the community to know they are working on applying for the show. “Right now, we’re working on an audition video to submit to CTV, the show’s network, by the Feb. 28 deadline.” Ibis met Hvezda, 45, and his wife through Ph o to s ub mitte d the local Caledonia Rambler Hik- Carolyn Ibis (on Sugarbowl Mountain) aims for the top – and a spot on Amazing Race Canada. ing Club.
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They have done lots of hiking together at Raven Lake, Viking Ridge, Driscoll Ridge, Fraser Mountain and other places. It was Hvezda who got her into geocaching. In her spare time, Ibis is on her mountain bike heading out to explore new routes and check out the countryside. Last summer she explored the Pacific Coast from the tip of Oregon to San Francisco, on top of riding to Jasper, a total of 1,700 kilometres. “I’ve done paragliding, ziplining, canyoneering, river rafting,” says Ibis. “The only thing that would scare me is bungee jumping, but for the show I’d try to do it. Peter has signed up for this year’s Tour de Jasper, a supported bike tour which I’ve been on three times so far. I think my enthusiasm for bicycle touring has rubbed off on him.” Making her way on to the popular CTV reality show would be an awesome new adventure, she says. “I’m very excited about it. And my customers were very excited to hear we would be trying out for the show. We just shot some video at the Ancient Forest on Sunday. I have adventurous fun every weekend, so I know that the Amazing Race is for me.”
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Third-year UNBC medical student Michiko Maruyama stands with Spirit of the Heart, one of the pieces she has in Following Our Hearts, an exhibit of works by students and instructors in the Northern Medical Program. The exhibit which opened Feb. 14, will be in the Rustad Galleria at Two Rivers Gallery until March 3.
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Hip hop artist Chris Hamilton, aka Ill Tone, has a past marred by drug abuse. More importantly, however, he has a solid future ahead of him in the music and recording industry. On Feb. 27 he releases his new album. “For the first time in 16 years, I have one year of sobriety under my belt after having gone to residential drug treatment a year ago,” he said on his website. “I finally kicked all the crap,” he told the Free Press. Hamilton says he’s struggled with chemical dependency since age 10. However, with his new sobriety and positive attitude, the hip hop artist says he can now focus his energy to making music and that has allowed him to accomplish a lot of things in a short time. Hamilton signed a record deal with URBNET Records and his official debut album Bringin’ the Hope Back comes out next week. “In my opinion, hip hop is the genre that connects with people most directly,” Ham-
ilton said. “The lyrics cover any topic. Also hip hop songs usually have more lyrics in them than your average song from most other genres, which allows an artist to say more. Another thing about hip hop is that the instrumentals are so diverse.” Most music has a format, he said. “For example, a modern pop rock song is going to have vocals, guitar, bass, drums and maybe some strings or something. With a hip hop beat, anything goes. A beatmaker can mix electronic elements with any instrument on the planet and make it work. With my upcoming album, the primary genre is definitely hip hop but it also crosses over in to some rock-ish sounding stuff on a couple of tracks.” Hamilton produces electronic-based music in addition to making hip hop beats. He released a remix which was recently number five on the Canadian radio hip hop charts. The live instrumentation on the album gives some songs a “rock-like” feel, he says, and “prime” record cuts by DJ
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Smith hits road for daughter and Hope Scott Smith, a Prince George electrician, was inspired by his five-year-old daughter to take on the challenges of a 42.2 km marathon. He has good reason. “Smith watched his daughter undergo treatment for leukemia and that was enough motivation for him to commit to running the BMO Vancouver Marathon on May 5 to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House in Vancouver,” said a Feb. 6 BMO Vancouver Marathon news release. In 2010, Scott’s daughter was diagnosed with leukemia and she spent several months in treatment. The family traveled from the northern B.C. community to stay in Vancouver for weeks, months or even years while their child receives medical treatment at B.C. Childrens’ Hospital. “The Ronald McDonald House turned out to be so much more than a roof over our heads,” said Smith. “It has become a very important part of our lives. We still travel to Vancouver every three months for treatment and we always stay at the Ronald McDonald House.” By being a charity runner for the BMO Vancouver Marathon, Smith is aiming to raise a minimum of $1,500 for the Ronald McDonald House. He plans to achieve this through holding various fundrais-
ing events including a barbecue for all members involved in the electrical field in his hometown, Prince George. He’s also currently planning a DJ night at a local pub. As part of the BMO Vancouver Marathon’s new RUN4HOPE charity program, runners are able to raise funds for, or donate to, over 20 charities. The goal is to raise $1 million and make a difference in dozens of local and national communities. Charity runners such as Smith receive a free entry, a running clinic, fundraising support, and other special race-weekend perks and benefits. The BMO Vancouver Marathon and Half Marathon is organized and operated by the Vancouver International Marathon Society, a non-profit organization. The event is Canada’s largest marathon and it has a 41-year history with Vancouver and the running community internationally. The May 5 event features the two point-to-point courses, showcasing the city’s famous landmarks, shorelines and neighbourhoods. The 2013 events will remain capped at 5,000 marathon participants and 10,000 half-marathon participants. For more information and how to register visit www.bmovanmarathon.ca.
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Official AIP Vote Results: 434 - is the number of eligible voters; 226 -is the number of total ballots cast; 64 -of these were cast by mail-in ballots; 161 -of these ballots were cast by voting in person at a polling station; 97 -Votes at Gitaus 64 -Votes at Queensway Drive 149 -ballots were marked “YES” for the question; and 76 -ballots were marked “NO” for the question. 1 -cast ballots were rejected. -Loreen Suhr, Electoral Officer ______________________________ For more information contact: Holly M. Spencer Communications Director 250.635.8882.ext242 Gerald D. Wesley, Chief Negotiator TFN TREATY SOCIETY 4562-D Queensway Drive Terrace, B.C. V8G 3X6 Judy Gerow Chief Councillor 250.635.5084
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The Prince George Cougars meet the Portland Winterhawks in a home doubleheader this weekend. The teams will hit the ice tonight and Saturday (7 p.m. at CN Centre). This evening’s contest marks the beginning of a five-game homestand. The stretch also sees the Cougars meet the Kamloops Blazers (March 1) and Tri-City Americans (March 4 and 5). With 12 regular-season games remaining, the Cougars sport a record of 18-34-2-6 for 44 points. A preview of the Cougars-Winterhawks doubleheader is online at www.pgfreepress.ca. For more on the team, visit www.pgcougars.com
You may call this two-game hockey set a playoff preview. The second-place Cariboo Cougars welcome the seventh-place South Island Royals to CN Centre for a B.C. Major Midget League doubleheader this weekend. Game times are set for Saturday at 1 p.m. and Sunday at 10:15 a.m. If results go as expected, the Royals will make another trip to Prince George to open their playoff schedule against the Cougars on March 8. Both teams sit comfortably in their positions and, barring any upsets over the next two weekends, won’t move anywhere in the standings. The Cougars have recorded 28 wins, seven losses and one tie (28-7-1). With only four games remaining, they can’t catch the Vancouver North West Giants, who lead the 11-team league with a 33-2-3 mark. But a sweep over the Royals would secure second place for the Cariboo squad, the third-place Okanagan Rockets sporting a 24-7-5 mark for 53 points. The Royals (11-18-7) would already be eliminated from championship contention if the BCMML went by last year’s playoff format. But after the 2011-12 campaign, the league decided to increase the number of playoff teams from six to eight. “It’s something that a lot of the teams that don’t get into the playoffs, they lobbied for it. They didn’t want to see the bye and they wanted to travel up to Prince George more, so that’s the way it is,” Cariboo head coach Trevor Sprague says. The sixth-place Valley West Hawks (16-14-6) sit nine points ahead of the Royals, while the eighth-place North Island Silvertips are eight points behind. Seven teams have clinched playoff berths, with North Island leading the race for the eighth and final spot. The Vancouver North East Chiefs (22-12-4) sit fourth, while the Greater Vancouver Canadians (19-14-3) are fifth. The league is rounded out with the Thompson Blazers (7-26-3), Fraser Valley Thunderbirds (6-26-4) and Kootenay Ice (4-29-3). This weekend marks the final regular season home doubleheader for the Cougars. They
BIATHLON The Caledonia Nordic Ski Club is playing host to the Biathlon BC provincial championships this weekend at the Otway Nordic Centre. Competitors will meet for training this afternoon. Competition is scheduled to begin at noon on Saturday (sprint) and 10 a.m. on Sunday (pursuit).
BASKETBALL For high school basketball teams in the region, it’s the most important weekend so far. Zone tournaments unfold this weekend with Prince George teams competing in the A, AA and AAA levels. Among the hosts is Duchess Park Secondary, the site of senior boys AA and junior girls A tournaments. Those competitions began Thursday. The girls tournament ends Saturday afternoon. The boys will end Saturday if a second final game isn’t needed.
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Prince George Spruce Kings defenceman Mark Begert skates around the Langley Rivermen’s Matt Ustaski during their B.C. Hockey League game on Friday evening at the Coliseum. The Spruce Kings won the contest 6-3. The Spruce Kings will be in the Lower Mainland tonight to start a three-game road trip. They’ll play the Coquitlam Express this evening and Sunday, and hit the ice against the Chilliwack Chiefs on Saturday. wrap up their schedule on the the bantam coach at the Victoria road against the Vancouver North Racquet Club and former head coach of the South Island BCMML East Chiefs on March 2 and 3. team. Mack currently Earlier this season, fills the role of head the Cougars travelled coach of the Cougars’ to Victoria and swept rival Canadians. the Royals with 7-0 Other staff memwins on Nov. 24 and b bers are director of 25. Knowing what operations David happened in their Michaud and Pam previous meeting, Solmonson, both forwith playoffs around mer Prince George the corner, the Royals residents who live in will come in hungry the Kelowna region. to steal a win. Michaud is the man“Our work ethic ager of the BCMML will have to match Trevor Sprague what South Island is - Midget coach Rockets while Solmonson acts as a coming in here to do, midget A trainer at play playoff hockey, and we’ve got to match that inten- the Pursuit of Excellence. A series of evaluation camps sity, play our game and take the will lead Team BC into the comgame to them,” Sprague says. petition. The tryout process TEAM BC Sprague will be head coach of includes regional camps in April, Team BC at the 2013 Western the U16 BC Cup from April 18 to Canada U16 Challenge Cup. 21 in Salmon Arm, and the U16 On Tuesday, BC Hockey provincial camp from July 10 to announced its team staff for the 14 in Nanaimo. tournament, which will take place COMMITMENT Cariboo forward Liam Blackin the fall at a location to be determined. Sprague heads a coaching burn has found a home for the staff that includes assistants Rob 2013-14 campaign. Blackburn, a 16-year-old Prince Milliken of Victoria and Leland Mack of Port Moody. Milliken is George product, has committed
to play in the B.C. Hockey League for the West Kelowna Warriors next season. The decision to join the BCHL didn’t come before exploring the Western Hockey League route. “I was looking at all of the pros and cons,” Blackburn says. “They both had a lot of pros, but I ended up with the BCHL. It’s where I wanted to go.” Although the BCHL is a lower level of hockey than the WHL, it offers the chance to secure an NCAA Division 1 scholarship. Once a player enters the WHL, that opportunity is lost. A straight-A student in Grade 11 at PGSS, Blackburn wanted to keep the option open to land a scholarship to take courses and play hockey at a U.S. university. He calls the Warriors a highclass organization. Their lineup includes fellow Prince George product Seb Lloyd, an 18-yearold forward who’s committed to start playing NCAA Division 1 hockey at Harvard University in the 2014-15 season. “I know him pretty good,” Blackburn says. “When he came back last year we went to school together, so we played floor hockey and stuff against each other.”
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The UNBC menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball team may add a player from Vancouver to their roster. No, not the city British Columbians think of first. Joseph Vance, 22, hails from Vancou-
ver, Wash. While his hometown is only a stoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s throw from Portland, Ore., heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interested in heading north of the border to shoot hoops. Vance sees an opportunity to make an impact on the Timberwolves with the graduation of guards
Sam Raphael, Francis Rowe, Jose Araujo and Joel Rybachuk. What also makes Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s northern neighbour appealing to Vance is Canadian Interuniversity Sport, which would offer him another three seasons of eligibility. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s completed two sea-
sons at the U.S. college level, which offers him a maximum of three years. Vance, aware of UNBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s move to CIS and success through its last few college seasons, connected with Timberwolves head coach Todd Jordan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was such a
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friendly guy and such a welcoming guy. He made me feel like he was heavily recruiting me even though I was the one who contacted him first,â&#x20AC;? Vance said on Saturday evening during a weekend tour of UNBC. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pretty much my relationship with him was the only reason I probably even came on the visit, and obviously the league.â&#x20AC;? Vance, a point guard, played basketball at a couple of colleges in Oregon. Most recently, he suited up for the Linn Benton Roadrunners in Albany during the 2011-12 season. He played his freshman season at Linfield College in McMinnville. Vance has been taking business courses in college, and is look-
ing into the UNBC bined 10 wins playing, Bachelor of Commerce but you still get a good programs. His pas- turnout,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In sion for basketball can the states if that hapbe traced pens, you back a gendonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t got eration to records, his father you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Ken, who get fans. works in Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice the media to know departno matment for ter, even if the NBAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s they have Portland a 12-game Trail Blazl o s i n g Joseph Vance ers. streak, - UNBC recruit fans It took are one visit still going for Joseph to come to to see a benefit of play- the game. That was a ing at UNBC. big thing for me, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was very the culture around impressed with the here. I met probably fan support. That was 150 people in the past the number one thing two days and every I noticed. You look single person I met at it on paper, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s was like the nicest pertwo teams with a com- son I met.â&#x20AC;?
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The Prince George Barracudas competed in the Western Canadian Swimming Championships in Saskatoon on the weekend. Ten members of the club entered the competition. The female swimmers competed in either the 15-andunder or 16-and-over category. The boys competed in either the 16-andunder or 17-and-over division. The Barracudas finished sixth out of 55 teams that scored. They were the top B.C. club that competed in the championships. Swimmers representing the club in Saskatoon were Haley Black, Sterling King, Danica Ludlow, Jessa Wing, Harrison Lagzdin, Sava Yungman, Patricia Fortier, Julie Wing, Bailey Hardy and Aiden Kim. Black and King set club records in the meet. In the 15- to 17-year-old girls division, Black set marks in the 100m backstroke ((1:02.20) and 50m
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D.P. Todd Secondary’s Arik Andreschefski gets on top of Armann Sandu of PGSS during a 63-kilogram boys match at the North Central District high school zone wrestling championships on Saturday at PGSS. Andreschefski defeated Sandhu. left. That’s the good news. The bad news is they are all against teams with a winning record. That includes the league-leading Portland Winterhawks, who they face in a double tonight (Friday) and Saturday at CN Centre. There is so much excitement about this derby that to celebrate the Cougars are offering 2-for-1 tickets for the Winterhawks game on Saturday. Turtle P.G. has six road games remaining. (Don’t be too concerned this cat of a turtle has lost 16 of its last 18 away games). Of those six, four are against teams with a winning record. On the bright side, what about those two road games left against teams with losing records? Well, one is in Vancouver and surprise, surprise it’s the Giants that have won four of seven head to head. The other one is in Seattle and the last time in there; Turtle P.G. dropped a turd by a 6-1 score. Turtle Seattle and Turtle Everett each have two games against each other and reports indicate one of those Turtles has to win. The turtle schedules, for your convenience, are listed below. Study carefully and dissect. Try not to overwhelm your mind by studying more than 12 hours at a time. Vegas oddsmakers have looked at the derby and expect Turtle P.G. to miss the playoffs for the third time in the last four years and the fifth time in the nine years since Dallas Thompson took over as GM. But hey, what does Vegas know about the WHL or more importantly, R U N • S K I • S W I M • A P PA R E L
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Please forward a cover letter, resume, & 3 references by Deadline 5pm Thursday Feb. 28.
Personals A+ Massage gives you complete stress release with a total body comfort massage. (250)617-5283
Lost & Found Lost: Cloth change purse, sentimental value, reward offered. Superstore by front carts. Call 250-563-4465
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking DRIVERS WANTED:
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Terrific career Opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Rail Experience Needed!! Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time, Valid License w/ air brake endorsement. Extensive Paid Travel, Meal Allowance, 4 weeks Vacation and Benefits Package. Compensation based on prior driving experience. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE
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Be part of our unique approach to retail. We’re building our Store Team and we can’t wait to hear from talented people who want to be part of a new, exciting retail experience. If you’re looking for a fun, collaborative, friendly workplace with flexible hours and opportunities to grow, you’ll fit right in. Discover our in-store positions including Sales Floor, Cashier, and much more.
Service Secretary Peterbilt Pacific Inc. seeks a Full Time Service Secretary for afternoon/Saturday shift. Good written and oral skills required. Please email resume and cover letter to employment@peterbilt.bc.ca
Falcon Equipment is a leading Distributor/ Installer of Hydraulic Truck Equipment with locations throughout Western Canada.
Apply today at target.ca/careers or visit our career fair: Sandman Signature Hotel – Prince George 2990 Recplace Dr. Prince George, BC V2N 0B2 February 19, 20, 22, 25, 26, 28: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm February 21: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm February 23: 6:30 am – 3:30 pm February 27: 8:30 am – 8:30 pm
HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS & CRANE INSTALLERS NEEDED! Our Prince George Shop is looking for people who: • Think logically and are attune with changes in technology • Are self-motivated to meet workplace challenges Experience with Articulating and Stiffboom Cranes Preferred. Electrical and Hydraulic Experience is Necessary. We offer competitive wages and beneÀts in a growth-oriented environment.
Join our team. Expect the best.
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Please e-mail resume to matt@falconequip.com
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Employment Education/Trade Schools Food Safety is EVERYBODYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Business
Food Handlers â&#x20AC;˘ Volunteers Care Givers â&#x20AC;˘ In Home Now accepting registration:
Keeping Food Safe
FoodSafe Level 1 Wed. Feb 27th AiMHi Building 950 Kerry St.
Sat. Mar 9th IMSS Building 1270-2nd Ave
Wed. Mar 27th AiMHi Building 950 Kerry St.
Classes Run 8:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5:00pm Group Rates Available
Diane Rosebrugh & Dick Rosebrugh, B.Ed.
ABC Foodsafe School
www.abcfoodsafe.com Member of: info@abcfoodsafe.com
Fax: 250-563-2572
250-563-2585
Employment
Services
Help Wanted
Home Improvements
Journeyman HD mechanic required for oilďŹ eld construction company. Duties will include servicing, maintenance and overhaul of our equipment. The job will be predominately shop work , but with a portion of your time spent in the ďŹ eld. A mechanics truck will be supplied for you. The job is based in Edson, Alberta. Call Lloyd at 780-723-5051. RIVER FLY FISHING GUIDE AVID FLY FISHER, JET AND DRIFT BOATS EXPERIENCE AN ASSET. REMOTE LODGE IN BC. EMAIL RESUME AND REFERENCES TO TSYLOS@TSYLOS.COM
Trades, Technical SHORE MECHANIC â&#x20AC;&#x201C; F/T Heavy Duty Mechanic CertiďŹ cate or equivalent w/5 yrs exp. www.westcoast tug.ca/shore-mechanic
Services
Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
Bath & Kitchen Specialist We bring creative design ideas to the table, as we work closely with you to achieve the perfect remodel. No job too big and none certainly, too small. Call Tom today for free estimate.
250-961-0439 G Gilbert Renovation Year round reno needs. Int/ext, nothing too small. 30 yrs exp. Free estimates! Call Gaetan (250) 560-5845 or 552-7184
Louâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Renos Rogerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Renos Decks, fences, basements rental units. For all your home reno needs. References available. Free estimates call 250-964-6106 Ivan at 250-552-8106 or Roger 250-552-0471
Moving & Storage BK Moving. Small moves. Call 250-635-4317 or cell 250-6312307 ask for Buck.
Painting & Decorating Paint Special 3 Rooms $589 incl. prem qlty paint, your color choices, 2 coats, ďŹ lled nail holes. Ceiling & trim extra. Free Est. HB Tech 250-6496285
Help Wanted
Floor ReďŹ nishing/ Installations
Pets & Livestock
Curry Kingdom Restaurant requires full time experienced cooks with min 2 yrs exp, specializing in South Indian and Srilankan. $18 per hour.
North Valley Floors Installations & renovations. Free estimates 250 552-3456 or 250-649-8323
Feed & Hay
Drop off resume to 1789 S. Nicholson St. between 10am - 9pm
Help Wanted
Good Horse Hay 70lb Square Bales $5 a bale, also 2nd cut Alphalfa Square Bales $6 a bale. (250) 567-9813 Vanderhoof
Friday, February 22, 2013
Pets & Livestock
Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Rentals
Pets
Misc. for Sale
Apt/Condo for Rent
Mobile Homes & Pads
ENGLISH Bull Terrier puppies, (Don Cherry dog), CKC, CH bloodlines, Ex Family pet, $2000 (604) 853-4273
Merchandise for Sale
$100 & Under Electric 10â&#x20AC;? Sliding Mitre Saw, 13 amp, bought at Home Depo, only used 6 times, $100 (250)564-7464
$200 & Under Firewood, driest wood in town split & delivered $180/cord (250)964-2020
Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122;53 in stock. SPECIAL 44â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! Also Damaged 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $1950 Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Free Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
FOR THE HOME BREWER Wine making equipment. Incl. 2 primary buckets, 4 carboyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, hoses, syphonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, thermometers, ďŹ&#x201A;oor corker (some corks) electric bottle ďŹ ller plus lots more. Must be sold as a complete set $350 250-562-3747 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
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To Rent Call:
Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Coin Guy: 778-281-0030
250-561-1447
Rentals Rent To Own 1994 Chevy pick up, 4 whdr, automatic, $1500 Call 250963-3107
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Apt/Condo for Rent
Lincoln 250 Ranger Welder 1800 hrs on meter. Powerplant in itself. Good cond. $1500 obo 250-963-3107
HILLSBOROUGH Apts Newly updated, spacious 3 bdrm apts. Clean, quiet, secure entrance. No Pets. Includes H/W Utilities extra
Misc. for Sale
Phone 250-596-4555
Aluminum tri-fold ATV/ Mower ramps. 1500 lb capacity 77â&#x20AC;? x 50â&#x20AC;? New $280 Will sell for $175 obo 250-640-3970
HARDWOOD MANOR APTS Large 1 & 2 bdrm suites 1575 Queensway 250-596-9484
Modular Homes
Modular Homes
Hardwood ďŹ&#x201A;oors throughout Heat & Hot water included
Are you Job Seeker? You may be eligible for
Skills Development Training Skills Development provides funding to eligible individuals who require skills training to secure employment. Individuals arrange and pay for their own training, with the financial assistance provided by Skills Development.
Who can apply? To be eligible for participation in Skills Development (SD), you must be an unemployed individual (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Employment Insurance (EI) Clientâ&#x20AC;?) as defined in the Canada â&#x20AC;&#x201C; BC Labour Market Development Agreement (LMDA). This means that you are an individual for whom: an unemployment benefit period has been established or has ended within the 36 months (3 years) prior to the date of requesting assistance; or a benefit period that included a maternity or parental claim has been established within the 60 months (5 years) prior to the date of requesting assistance, after which you remained out of the labour market in order to care for a newborn or newly adopted child and are now seeking to re-enter the labour force. Other criteria may apply.
Financial Benefits Eligible costs covered under Skills Development may include tuition costs, living expenses, dependent care expenses, disability needs, and transportation costs. Individuals are generally required to make a contribution towards the cost of their training. Funding levels to participants are negotiated, based on individual financial need. Individuals approved for financial assistance who are currently on an active EI claim may continue to receive their regular EI benefits until the end of their benefit period. You can get more information on Employment and Labour Market Services through Prince George Employment Service
Midtowne
â&#x20AC;˘ 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available â&#x20AC;˘ Close to hospital & downtown â&#x20AC;˘ Rent includes heat, hot water â&#x20AC;˘ Elevator to undercover parking â&#x20AC;˘ Fridge, stove, quality carpets, drapes â&#x20AC;˘ Laundry on each ďŹ&#x201A;oor â&#x20AC;˘ No pets
VENICE PLACE APTS 1438 Queensway Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrm Suites Balcony, Elevator, Underground parking. Heat included Call (250)561-1446
Apartment Furnished 2-4 Bdr self-contained College Hts duplex. Privacy +. Corporate/Crew 250-960-0861 msg
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Majestic Management (1981) Ltd. CE â&#x20AC;˘ OFFI ERCIAL M â&#x20AC;˘ COM IL A T â&#x20AC;˘ RE Space available for rent For all your rental needs Call 562-8343 or 562-RENT
SAVE UP TO $30,000 ON YOUR NEW HOME
Misc for Rent 1 BDRM Suite For Seniors 55+ All utilities included except phone & internet. Call Theresa 250-962-5570
McLeese Lake Estates MHP Large single & double wide manufactured home sites available. Quiet country living, with low pad rent, year round RV sites available for month to month rental, full hookups. (Not a campground.) 1(877)304-4644
Homes for Rent 405 S Kelly St 4 bdrm full house carport , $1300/mo plus utilities. Ph 250-961-2265
Suites, Lower 1 bdrm bsmt suite, College Hts, sep entrance, $650/mo incl utilities. 778-349-4584 2 BDRM bsmt suite. Off N. Nechako, w/d, f/s. Mature, working people only. N/S $850. Avail immed. Call Theresa 250-962-5570
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Want to Rent Wanting to Rent long-term rental, country home with natural gas & wood heat. 10-15 kms from town, bus route necessary. Will pay up to 3 mo in advance. Call (250)962-8226
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2011 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 3 DOOR 2.0L Turbo 1-4, Auto, Loaded, Financing as low as 0.9% APR on approved credit. Only 1,988 kms. Sale $26,699 Hub City Motors 1822 Queensway 250.564.7228 www.hubcitymotors.com
MANUFACTURERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DISCOUNTS UP TO $20,000 *($5/SQ FT DISCOUNT + $3/SQ FT IN FREE OPTIONS)
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Delivery Days Wednesday and Friday Call 250-564-0005
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Prince George - Education
Friday, February 22, 2013
& Career Fair - Free Press
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Wednesday, February 27th Prince George Civic Centre
Explore your Teen’s Future Possibilities at the Prince George Education & Career Fair As a parent, you are likely assisting your child with their plans to pursue post-secondary education. The decision will determine whether they Ànd employment, the type of careers available to them and their chance of Ànding a career that they are passionate about and can make a good living pursuing. One of the biggest perks of a diploma, degree, or trade certiÀcation is that these credentials have been proven to guarantee a higher income. In other words – a post-secondary education deÀnitely pays off! Both of you are probably overwhelmed by the variety of education and training options available. Options include University, College, Career Training Institutes, Trades Training, Apprenticeship, Adult Education, Mature Students and Distance Education. This is where the Prince George Education & Career Fair comes in! On Wednesday, February 27th at the Prince George Civic Centre, you will have the opportunity to speak with representatives from throughout North America and destinations abroad. You and your teen will be able to discuss course offerings, admission requirements, school features, and all of the important issues that are crucial to making a great choice. Visit www.educationcareerfairs.com to see the full list of exhibitors and the seminar schedule. You can reach us at info@educationcareerfairs.com. See you at the event!
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RCABC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION TRICAN WELL SERVICE CANFOR CANADIAN FORCES RECRUITING CENTRE LEADER ENERGY SERVICES LTD. BC CORRECTIONS TECK RESOURCES go2 CANADIAN RED CROSS ASSOCIATION OF BC FOREST PROFESSIONALS CHATTERHIGH BC CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION - NORTH BC CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION - NORTH ASSOCIATION OF BC LAND SURVEYORS UNIVERSITY OF THE FRASER VALLEY FIRST NATIONS UNIVERSITY OF CANADA MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY TRINITY WESTERN UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN BC QUEST UNIVERSITY THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY - FACULTY OF ARTS THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY - RESOURCE TRAINING ORGANIZATION UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN BC - ECOSYSTEM SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA - SCHOOL OF HEALTH INFORMATION SCIENCES BRITISH COLUMBIA COUNCIL OF ADMISSIONS & TRANSFER THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY - STUDENT RECRUITMENT THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY - FACULTY OF BUSINESS & ECONOMICS UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA - STUDENT RECRUITMENT
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COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA COLUMBIA BIBLE COLLEGE OKANAGAN COLLEGE GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL COLLEGE NICOLA VALLEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY NORTHERN LIGHTS COLLEGE CENTRE FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY FACULTY ASSOCIATION OF THE COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA FACULTY ASSOCIATION OF THE COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA FACULTY ASSOCIATION OF THE COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA SWISS HOTEL & BUSINESS MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY OF SWITZERLAND VANARTS LE CORDON BLEU CULINARY ARTS INSTITUTE BOILERMAKERS LOCAL LODGE 359 LASALLE COLLEGE O’BRIEN TRAINING / TAYLOR PROFESSIONAL DRIVING VANCOUVER ACTING SCHOOL AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING STANDARDS ORGANIZATION GLAZING CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF BC NIMBUS SCHOOL OF RECORDING ARTS ST. JOHN AMBULANCE VANCOUVER FILM SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION CAREER DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION OPERATING ENGINEERS TRAINING ASSOCIATION
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BC’s LARGEST CAREER PLANNING EVENT! FREE ADMISSION AFTER 12:00 PM
Prince George - Seminar Schedule Area 1 Time
Prince George Education & Career Fair Wednesday, February 27, 2013 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Prince George Civic Centre 808 Civic Plaza, Prince George Admission is $5 at the door. Coupon valid for one free admission after 12:00 PM. One coupon per person. Present coupon at door for admission. Not valid with any other special offers.
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9:15 AM - 9:45 AM 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM 1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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Rewarding Careers in the Outdoors What is a Glazier? How to be a Professional Actor in Vancouver How to Prepare for a Career in the 21st Century Is Graphic Design the Right Education for You? Careers in the Digital Arts Post-Secondary 101
College of New Caledonia / UNBC Glazing Contractors Association of BC Vancouver Acting School Quest University LaSalle College Centre for Arts and Technology UNBC
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Friday, February 22, 2013
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CONTINUING STUDIES Find out more about opportunities at UNBC in booths 304 & 308! Free application through “Admissions on the Spot” to any Grade 12 Students interested in Arts, Commerce, Science or Planning. Upcoming Prince George Courses (VC = Available via video conference outside of region) Road Engineer - Road Design March 5 -7, 2013 Sediment and Erosion Control Workshop (VC) March 12-14, 2013 Forest Road Construction Practices & Procedures (VC) April 8-10, 2013 Project Management for Natural Resource Professionals (VC) April 10-11, 2013
Minute-Taking Standards and Related Issues March 5, 2013 (Tue)
Personal Trainer Specialist April 27/28 (All Day), April 30/May 2 (Evenings), 2013
Minute-taking can be challenging and complex. Minute-takers are often expected to produce clear and coherent minutes from poorly organized meetings. In this workshop we discuss principles, standards and practical tools for minute-taking, and how to work effectively in a support role.
This course is designed to increase your depth of knowledge relating to biomechanics, anatomy, physiology, health screening, fitness assessment and testing protocols, program design and periodization, and training principles for muscular power, strength and endurance, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and secondary fitness components such as agility, speed, coordination, and balance. You will learn more about chronic disease, special populations, injury prevention and management, and how this relates to your scope of practice as a professional in the fitness industry.
Emotional Intelligence - Value in the Workplace March 20, 2013 (Wed)
Introduction to GPS May 4, 2013
Emotional intelligence (EI) refers to the ability to identify and assess the emotions of oneself and others, and then to use that information to guide one’s actions. While cognitive skills are important, it is emotional intelligence that has the greatest impact on people’s ability to be productive and work well with others. Workshop participants will learn to utilize emotional intelligence more effectively through both self-assessment and skill development exercises, resulting in an increased understanding of how to engage more effectively with others.
Wildland Firefighting Training Certificate May 6-17, 2013
Management Training
MS Project for Natural Resource Professionals April 12, 2013 Five Day Silviculture Surveyor Training April 29 - May 3, 2013 Soil Bioengineering Techniques April 29 - 30, 2013
Introduction to OzieExplorer May 13, 2013 Silviculture Survey Accreditation Exam May 13-14, 2013 GPS for Silviculture Surveyors May 15, 2013 Advanced Road Deactivation June 4 - 6, 2013
Wildlife Danger Tree Assessor’s Course Forest Harvesting & Silviculture Module May 2-3, 2013 Wildland Fire Safety Module April 25-26, 2013 Parks & Recreation Module May 23-24, 2013
Supervisor Training (Counts as credit towards your Supervisor Certificate) The Purpose and Role of a Board of Directors Feb 26, 2013 (Tue)
(Counts as credit towards your Management Certificate) Performance Leadership March 7 – 8, 2013 This workshop will give participants some powerful strategies that can be used successfully by leaders to transform the atmosphere in their team, bring about increased enthusiasm and commitment to value-added change, and innovation. MBTI Certification Program April 22 – 25, 2013 (M, T, W & Thu) The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) training program provides you with the perfect blend of experiential and theoretical background to confidently administer assessment instruments. By combining the latest theory with case studies and practical exercises, we create experiences that are stimulating, enjoyable and prepare you to effectively use the MBTI and Strong Interest Inventory® assessments in your work. This program will provide you with the skills to apply the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and Strong Interest Inventory®.
Fitness Leadership Certificate (Counts as credit towards your Fitness Leadership Certificate)
This course addresses issues that directors and business owners need to understand in order to guide their company’s major decision-making to meet its corporate obligations. It offers a review of the risks, rewards, obligations, and requirements of serving as a member of a board of directors. It explores the basic requirements of the role of a director and how a business might more fully utilize this internal resource.
Weight Training Instructor March 23/24 (All Day), 26/28 (Evenings), 2013 This course provides the foundation and leadership skills for instruction of basic weight training programs. It covers exercise technique, program planning and design, exercise safety, adult learning principles, and basic nutrition and weight management concepts.
www.unbc.ca/continuingstudies 250-960-5980 • Toll Free: 1-866-843-8061
Mental Health and Addictions Certificate (Counts as credit towards your certificate) Assessment and Treatment-Approaches for Mental Health and Addiction Date: April 2 – 30, 2013 (Tue, Wed & Thu) Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm This introductory course introduces the student to the variety of assessment techniques and therapeutic approaches commonly used in professional practice. Students will examine initial assessment strategies including the mental status exam, crisis assessment, the cultural context of assessment, suicide/ homicide risk assessment, and substance use and abuse assessment instruments. The use of assessment information in treatment planning will be examined. Practical therapeutic techniques will be introduced.
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Certificate April 2-18, 2013 These GIS modules are designed to meet the requirements of natural resource industries, the public sector, and First Nations organizations for skilled people in the rapidly growing field of Geographic Information Systems. The modules will give participants a broad understanding of GIS and how it can help them within their organization. The modules also provide a great refresher for those with GIS experience who want to upgrade their skills. Module 1 Data Creation and Manipulation Module 2 Template Development and Application Customization Module 3 Geodatabases, Attributes, and Data Conversion Module 4 Vector GIS Analysis and Modelbuilder Module 5 Roster GIS Analysis Module 6 Emerging Trends in GIS
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Prince George - Education
& Career Fair - Free Press
Quality Education, Training and Career Preparation Close, Affordable and Small Class Sizes
Ready When You Are Okanagan College offers more than 130 different programs that can help move you toward your career or educational goal. Whether you’re contemplating university, trades, a degree, an engineering technology diploma or a certificate that will launch your career, we have an astounding array of programs for you to choose among. With a reputation for excellence that spans five decades, there are many reasons to think about us when it is time to make a choice about the educational road ahead. Ninety-two per cent of our students say attending Okanagan College was a good experience for them - 88 per cent would recommend their program to others. We’re affordable and close to home, with campuses in Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton and Salmon Arm. Our class sizes are small, providing an enhanced learning environment for students. It means you get to know your professors and instructors, not just their teaching assistants. Whether in the classroom, through financial aid or student success centres, our goal is to help students succeed. We’re ready when you are. Visit us online or call or e-mail our recruitment office to find out more and explore your options. We’ll gladly organize campus tours and information sessions to answer your questions. Prince George Education and Career Fair, Feb. 27, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Visit us at Booth 402
s University Arts & Science s Business Administration s Engineering Technologies s Health Care s Trades & Apprenticeship s Basic upgrading s Professional and Career Development
www.okanagan.bc.ca email chooseoc@okanagan.bc.ca call 1-877-755-2266, ext. 3205
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