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by industry, he had no problem drawing cheers when talking about opportunities for young people to get involved in the trades. He noted that completion rates in apprenticeship programs in B.C. were about 35 per cent, compared to more than 70 per cent in Alberta. The previous month, Dix also discussed skills training while giving a keynote address on forestry during the Council of Forest Industries luncheon. On Tuesday, he talked about mining. “I think it is wrong when communities who contribute so much get no access to jobs in new mines and that is our responsibility together to make sure that that happens,” he said. “I think it’s wrong in British Columbia that a government campaigns on jobs but cuts the staff required to process mining permits and that has to change B.C. That’s why
Although the Independent Investigation Office (IIO) has cleared the RCMP of an criminality in the case of the Greg Matters shooting, the Commission for Public Complaints Against the RCMP will file a complaint against the police. Tracey Matters, Greg’s sister, said she was disappointed in the outcome of the investigation, but she understands the mandate of the IIO is limited, and she’s grateful the file has been moved to the complaints commission. “There are some key issues for us,” Matters said during a telephone press conference Wednesday. “That is the urgent and aggressive deployment of an emergency response team to a simple domestic dispute. “We are very shocked and still bewildered about why an emergency response team armed with machine guns was deployed, and we still don’t have answers about why that happened. That’s a huge question and still remains unanswered.” She said she doesn’t believe Greg was an imminent threat, adding the emergency response team is supposed to be able to remove difficult people in a safe manner. In his 16-page report on the shooting, Chief Civilian Director of the IIO Richard Rosenthal said four North District Emergency Response team members sought to arrest Matters a following a 30-hour standoff at his Pineview home last September. The report details events over the 30-hour period, which culminated in his death … including a dispute with his brother, repeated calls to 911 by Greg Matters, several phone conversations Matters had with police, how the Emergency Response Team members confronted Matters, and the decision by one of the Emergency Response Team members to use lethal force to stop Matters.
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For NDP leader Adrian Dix, Tuesday evening marked an opportunity to shine. Greeted with an applause in front of a room packed with NDP supporters, the mood was much different than the previous evening, when he took on other provincial party leaders in a televised debate. Dix faced no opposition in front of a couple of hundred people at the NDP rally at the Civic Centre. Winning the crowd’s support on this night was easy. Before Dix entered the room, introductions were made by the two NDP candidates of the region, Bobby Deepak of Prince George-Mackenzie and Sherry Ogasawara of Prince George-Valemount. They kept their speeches short, sticking with the NDP’s mandate of making change for the better, one practi-
cal step at a time. But when it became Dix’s turn to speak, he wasted no time taking shots at the Liberal government and its leader Christy Clark. “The premier said they were keeping taxes down. They raised taxes. The premier said they’d balance the budget. They haven’t. Five deficit budgets in a row.” Dix also mentioned how Clark said the Liberals offered a plan to control government spending. He said Clark has raised the debt faster than any other premier in B.C.’s history. He even poked fun at how they were spending money. “Four years when they said they were running on a jobs plan, and only created jobs for people in Liberal advertising companies.” The NDP have stressed the party’s plan to invest more in skills training. Speaking to residents in a region driven
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Central (Street),” Prince George Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Drew Larsen said on Wednesday morning. “Our crews quickly went in and assessed that we had what appears to be a kitchen fire at this time.” Fire rescue crews, RCMP and paramedics responded to the blaze. As firefighters dealt with the fire and smoke, police officers set parameters to keep vehicles and pedestrians from getting too close. They tried to keep the situation under control as morning commuters drove along Central Street, with students at nearby Prince George Secondary showing up for school. Damage was limited to primarily one suite. Larsen said a couple of neighbour-
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Five residents of the Carriage Lane Estates avoided serious injuries when a fire gutted their unit on Wednesday morning. Emergency crews received a call at approximately 7:45 a.m. that there was a structure fire. Carriage Lane Estates occupants were evacuated, with those coming from the damaged unit treated for light smoke inhalation. “We responded with three fire halls and four units of apparatus. On arrival, we found heavy smoke coming from this rear unit, Unit Number 11 at 2000
ing units suffered light smoke damage. “We put what we call positive pressurization on those units to keep the smoke back, and into the one fire unit to try and isolate them from further damage.” Larsen said three adults and two teenagers were occupying the unit. He noted that they reported a fire that originated on the stove. “I’ve got to start my investigation. I have no idea what they were cooking or anything at this time.” Fire crews remained at the site through the morning. Larsen said they wouldn’t leave until all of the hot spots were checked using thermal imaging cameras.
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“(The officer) believed Mr. Matters was about to strike another member of the Emergency Response Team with a hatchet,” said Rosenthal. Other unaddressed concerns for the family include the absence of an arrest warrant and the denial of access to Greg by his mother, a neighbour or a trained psychiatrist. Matters claimed her mother was assaulted by a member of the emergency response team when she tried to reach Greg. “I believe this should never have happened and never escalated to the degree that it did,” Tracey Matters said. The question of whether police should have attempted to arrest Matters, at all, fall outside the jurisdiction of the IIO, said Rosenthal. He added there will be a coroner’s inquest into Matters’ death and that the Commission for Public Complaints Against the RCMP will file a complaint and investigation into the matter. “There’s a very robust opportunity to further evaluate the decision points and look at whether Greg Matters had to die that day or not,” said Rosenthal. Tracey Matters said she hopes the family finally gets the answers it is looking for. She said she would like to see the whole matter looked at, from the events leading up to the day Greg died to everything that happened that day as well. “We want to actively participate,” she said. “We hope all the aspects involved leading up to that day, and during that day be revealed.” She added she hopes the inquest includes recommendations that would prevent a similar tragedy like the one involving Greg happen again. Richard Evans, senior directors of operations for the Commission, confirmed that a complaint has been filed. He added that while the Independent Investigations Office looks at whether officers acted criminally, the commission takes a different look. “The commission’s mandate is remedial in nature,” he said. “It measures conduct of officers against a different standard.” The Commission’s role is to examine the conduct of RCMP members in the execution of their duties against applicable training, policies, procedures, guidelines and statutory requirements.
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There are now a total of 370 day seats available from Prince George to Vancouver thanks to the Q400, the new plane put in service by Air Canada in the area. Providing about 20 more seats per plane that the CRJ100, the Q400 made it’s inaugural flight from Vancouver to the city Wednesday morning, greeted as tradition dictates by an arch of water and later a quick tour by local dignitaries including Mayor Shari Green and members of council. The made in Canada plane has done well in De Ly nd a P ILON/ Fre e P re s s other markets Air Canada A group of real estate agents from Vancouver were among the utilizes it in, and a simi- passengers on the inaugural flight of the Q400 to Prince George. lar reaction is expected a running start?â€? she giggled, bump when the plane finally in Prince George. takes to the air and your stomSo the media could see for recalling her friend. I smiled, heart stuck in ach drops, kind of like when itself the difference between you’re on a carnival ride. It was the two planes, a handful were throat. Seemed like her friend had a quite noisy, though. I know I flown to Vancouver Monday couldn’t hear all the emergency evening on the CRJ100 then pretty good point. But I boarded the plane instructions the flight attendant took part in the inaugural flight thinking about my boss, Bill was directing us to. of the Q400. Of course, it looked as though I was lucky enough to be and some of his directions durone of the participants. I say ing a typical work day. Like I was the only one of everylucky with my tongue firmly when he hears there’s a bomb one on the flight (and it was in my cheek, considering I threat downtown it’s ‘Delynda, packed) trying to hear them. By the time we flew home avoided flying until Tuesday go cover that’, or there’s a fire night, a pretty good feat for a raging somewhere and it’s (less than 24 hours later), I was woman ‘of some age’, as they ‘Delynda, want to take that a skilled flyer. I had my carsay politely. It wasn’t so much one’, or my personal favourite, ry-on locked and loaded, my I was scared of flying (since when some shady character is boarding pass at my fingertip I’ve never flown, how could I reported walking down Quince and my I.D. within easy reach. Without that initial fear of the know what it would be like?), St. toting what looks to be an automatic weapon and it’s unknown I enjoyed the flight but I was scared of the idea of ‘Delynda, want to head over back even more. flying. The Q400 is roomier, though Elaine Meisner from 250 there’. Sometimes I think I ought I didn’t find the CRJ100 overly News also made the flight, and while we were discussing this to double check who my life cramped. Still, the more room the better. very thing told me she once insurance beneficiary is. However, though nervous at The overheads were defihad a friend horribly afraid of flying. “Why would I want first, I really enjoyed the flight nitely larger. I easily stashed to fly on anything that needs down, my very first one, on my stuff within it. There were the CRJ100. I loved that little two windows available for people like me, those who are fascinated by the world as seen from 20,000-plus feet, to gaze from. It was quieter, too. I could hear the safety instructions this time. And I was very interested in hearing them even though by then I was a blasĂŠ woman of the world traveller. The staff on both flights were considerate, cheerful and helpful. Most importantly, though, the Q400 will allow more people 4 0$ $ 5 to travel comfort2 6 ! $ 7 ably between Prince George, the hub of the north, and Vancouver, ! "# $ arguably one of the $% & premier business des ' $% ( ) * ! # +( $ tinations in the west, perhaps in all of Can , & - . ' $ /0 ada. With the billions in development coming our way, this can only improve our connections south.
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criticizing that party’s slogan that it is “time for a change.â€? “When I hear the cry that it’s time for a change and that Liberal claims are rhetoric and spin, I look back to a time when our unemployment rate was 15 per cent,â€? she said. “The slogan of the day was the last person to leave B.C. turn out of the lights. I’m not ready to return to tax and spend, that’s where we’re heading again. Today the unemployment rate hovers at five percent. Now’s the time for continued fiscal prudence, strong leadership, and to create certainty.â€? That brought a response from Prince G e o rg e - Va l e m o u n t NDP candidate Bobby Deepak who said the Liberals are all about rhetoric and buzzwords. “When the unemployment rate was higher, we actually had more people working in Prince George,â€? he said. “In the last five years we’ve seen many forest companies shut down ‌ much of our manufacturing base has been decimated. There is no plan in Prince George to bring these jobs back.â€? Earlier in the forum Deepak referred to the Liberal resource policy as “rip it and ship it.â€?
Prince George-Valemount NDP candidate Sherry Ogasawara said the entire political system needs to move away from attacking each other. “That’s why Adrian Dix has decided to not respond to those nasty ads,� Ogasawara said. “We want to bring people into politics. We disagree, sometimes profoundly, but I would never make the kind of attack ads we’ve seen.� Prince GeorgeValemount Conservative candidate Nathan Geide stressed his party’s platform plank of eliminating the carbon tax and, when questioned whether he supported logging in parks to try and deal with the mountain pine beetle, he said: “Absolutely. It started in parks. When we need to take of an issue, we need to take care of. We support protecting the environment, but sometimes have to protect the environment from itself.� Green Party candidate Karen McDowell said her party supports communitybased economies. “We have to look away from incomebased taxes and move to waste-based taxes,� she said. “Self-governance and reliance on
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They should have started with the closing statements. It wasn’t until the closing statements at the Prince George Chamber of Commerce/Northern Real Estate Board all candidates forum Tuesday that candidates strayed from the party scripts. Liberal candidate Mike Morris in Prince George-Mackenzie was the first to venture off the script when he leveled criticism at Conservative candidate Terry Rysz, who is a sitting councillor in Sicamous and then took a pot shot at the NDP party. “Halfway through is term he decided to abandon (Sicamous residents) and look up here for possibly something better,â€? Morris said of Rysz. Then he set his sights on the NDP saying likening their policies to Aesop’s fables and the tale of the goose that laid the golden egg. “They want to kill the golden goose in the northeast part of the province,â€? he said. “They’re going to take the benefits from up there and use it for transit systems down south.â€? Rysz responded that he spent three decades living in the north ‌ 10 of those were under the NDP and 10 under the Liberals. “I’ve seen that the impact of decisions made by government can be astronomical,â€? he said. “They weren’t well thought out. We need a government that is honest, accountable, and honourable.â€? Incumbent Liberal in Prince George-Valemount Shirley also took shots at the NDP,
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e’ve had the referendum on the single transferable vote. We’ve had lots of talk about proportional representation versus the current first past the post electoral system. So, would a different system of voting make a difference to the result of B.C.’s election on May 14? A current research project based out of UBC and Université Laval, called Votes BC is allowing people to find out by looking at how individuals vote under different systems. B.C. voters are being encouraged to participate in the study by voting online (www.votesbc.org) using three different voting systems; first past the post, proportional representation and single transferable vote (STV). Voting is done anonymously and reflects the current B.C. election, with all candidates in each riding on the ballot. The organization’s goal is to get as many B.C. voters to cast their vote in the way many others already do around the world ... the three above-mentioned methods. While the website is not binding to future elections, it will no doubt keep the debate about a change in voting systems a hot topic for years to come. The study is part of an international research project entitle Making Electoral Democracy Work, and it has already been tested in other countries and in two other Canadian Provincial elections; Quebec and Ontario. The votesbc.org website uses the same ridings and the same official list of candidates that voters will see when they enter the booth on May 14. By voting in accordance with their beliefs in this current election campaign, they will be able to utilise the three different voting systems. VotesBC.org has three sections. The first provides information on the mechanics of the different voting systems . The second section gives examples of how these systems work in the Netherlands, Ireland, and here B.C. In the third section, site visitors see a simulated B.C. ballot from each of three different systems and make their choices as if that system were used here. The site will be live until voting day. The results will be released in the days following the May 14 provincial election on the VotesBC.org website. Like any poll ... opinion or electoral ... the more people who vote the more accurate the outcome is. So, check it out, vote your conscience, and, in the end, we may get a look at how different electoral systems might have worked here in B.C. We might find that other systems aren’t as scary we often think they are and they don’t provide results that are vastly different than what we get now, only more representative of the electorate’s wishes.
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Looking for dynamism The Monday evening leader’s debate did little to eral platform. There are those who would attempt to inject some passion into a rather dull and insipid dismiss her aplomb and presences as skills picked election campaign. It definitely was not a clash of up in her radio career. We should keep in mind there the Titans. is a big difference between radio and television. It was nice to see and hear much more from the Adrian Dix communicated a high level of discomminor leaguers than we generally do. They get little fort at the beginning of the debate. To give him his attention because it is unlikely they will have any due, his performance improved as the debate went influence in the next legislature. At most the candion. He finally got his hands under control and the dates in their party could be spoilers preventing the sour pickle face softened considerably. He had his election of a NDP or Liberal member for of particucomments and positions in a neat row. Despite some lar constituency. Even that occurrence is unlikely. solid exchanges between the other leaders and him, Jane Sterk did a reasonable job of there was nothing new to be learned. getting a small bit of the Green party That is an understandable tactic. Barplatform in front of the audience. Nothring some horrific happening, he will ing new, nothing different, nothing likely become the next premier of the innovative, just the same old platform province. we have heard in the past. But they do The debate’s host strove for balance Onside have a message that we should perhaps and fairness and they succeeded very VICTORBOWMAN give more attention to. well. The only failure was equating She herself came across as a rather treating a red light as a stop sign in nice lady one would enjoy sharing a cup of tea and the early morning by Clark to the well recorded a plate of cookies with. She did not appear a ranting backdated memorandum by Dix in an attempt to environmentalist or fervent feminist. A bit more of protect then Premier Glen Clark. There is a world both would have spiced up her performance. of difference between committing a minor traffic In demeanor and presentation, Cummins looked infraction as the premier did and breaching the and talked like an individual who been transported public trust as Dix did. For Clark the incident was in their Time Machine from the early part of the last minor and she has apologized. For Dix the offence century. It is surprising that anyone living in the was much larger, but it happened some 15 years ago present could support his perspective. He looked and the mistake was made by much younger Adrian somewhat grumpy and made virtually no meaningDix. We all commit some transgressions as we go ful contribution to the debate. If he represents the through life, some small and some much larger, but alternative, then we are all better off sticking with larger or small we hope that we learned and are what we have. eventually forgiven. Premier Clark was the star performer. Without Hopefully the debate has a positive effect of her the debate would have been boring and had the raising interest in the affairs of our provincial goveffect of a double dose of sleeping pills. She was ernment. So far going out to vote is equivalent to well prepared and both her answers and questions saying home and washing the supper dishes. Let where demonstration of the energetic leadership. us hope we will see a more dynamic and exciting There was a nothing new to add to the current Libcampaign in the last few days before the vote. Circulation Manager: Lana Metz Email: circulation@pgfreepress.com.............250-564-0504
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Garth Frizzell and Roy Spooner help welcome Highglen students, whose school was severely damaged in a fire last week, to Gladstone Elementary with a barbecue that included hotdogs for lunch Monday.
Cashless society should cash out Editor: Count me as one of those ornery old types who uses cash money at every opportunity. Although my wife and I have two credit cards and one debit card, we use them only when necessary or in a real emergency. One cannot rent a car, reserve a hotel room or book a flight without a credit card, but beyond those times we use cash. We have what we consider good reasons for avoiding plastic. • We value our privacy. We leave a broad enough trail of our lives through telephone and hydro records, banking and tax records, and such without voluntarily letting any snoop with a computer access our private lives. No ‘loyalty’
cards and such either. • We avoid debt. Since we paid off our mortgage we have paid for what we buy. When we could not afford a new car, we bought used. By using cash we avoid the easy option of adding items to purchase impulsively. That saves. • We don’t like having an electronic pipeline into our bank accounts. Giving card numbers into machines or over the phone make it too easy for hackers to drain savings. Even if such invasions are reversed, it could be a major temporary inconvenience. • In the event of a major computer crash those without cash on hand will be stranded.
Cash in the wallets always works while I have stood behind customers trying to make cards work in recalcitrant machines. These take more time than for a cashier to count out change (those who can still make change, that is). • I object to the involuntary contributions I make to credit card oligopolies every time I make a cash purchase. The fees they charge retailers to use their credit are reflected in the prices charged to all. I have to bear this corporate ‘tax’ but I don’t have to participate in my own robbery. James Loughery Prince George
Editor: It will soon be time for us to choose who we will hire to take over the reins to run the affairs and business of B.C. and be a government by the people, for the people, and of the people. To me, it will not be the NDP. After they become government last time, not to far down the line, the direction of B.C. began a downward and backward spiral … down, down, down we went the prosperity of this province was choked to death. A big black cloud spread over B.C. and finally we were run into the ground. Remember the fast ferries costly fiasco? Ontario had the same outcome until they got rid of the NDP. Remember Saskatchewan? Same result until they said ‘no more’ to the NDP. Now, looking into Saskatchewan, we see a province that is booming. B.C. is too valuable to hand over to a party that exercises such close-minded policies as the NDP. Shirley Ballum Prince George
Why don’t we focus on cancer prevention? Editor: Run for the cure. Relay for Life. Run for Cancer. Very nice. The events to raise money for a cure will re-occur once more. Tons of money raised, but I really wonder, wouldn’t it be preferable to not get cancer in the first place? I would rather see a cancer prevention strategy employed. I would start with the easiest and most obvious solutions. Fluoridation of the city drinking water is such a frontrunner in the pursuit of preventing cancer. In 1937, a Dr. Burk did complete a peer reviewed study that shows a clear fluoridation/cancer link. There have been similar studies since, that have been sup-
pressed, but not disproven. It is so very obvious to me, that if fluoride has any oral health benefit, then only direct application to the teeth would be sensible. The Canadian and American Dental Ass. has consistently advised against ingesting fluoride in toothpaste or mouthwashes. There are contrasting opinions on any oral health benefit of fluoride. A simple search on the internet will produce many varying opinions. Dr. Burk’s findings are, that one in 100,000 will die of fluoride-caused cancer each year in America. His findings have never been disproven. Fluoride may have real medical uses, as with thyroid suppression for those with overactive thyroid condi-
tions. The other side of that, is that forced, mass-medicating without the “consent of the informed” is resulting in a citizenry experiencing reduced thyroid function as well as impaired immune systems, causing stubborn infections and cold and flus that hang on for months, not weeks, as with healthy un-fluoridated persons. Prevention is not getting the attention it deserves. Could it be that the “cancer treatment” industry risks losing much needed sick people to justify the million dollar treatment price tag? Somebody is getting rich, and someone else is dying because of it. Phil Hewkin Prince George
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NDP party leader Adrian Dix gave a short address Tuesday at the Mayors in Caucus meeting at the Civic Centre. His talk began and ended on a note of optimism and also revealed a sense of humour. Looking around the room with 70 or so municipal mayors flanking him on three sides, Dix smiled. “They told me I would be speaking to a group UN style (today) so I’m going to be speaking slowly – so it can be translated (into 50 languages.)� The opener drew laughs from his audience. Dix also gave a light-hearted reference to his lifestyle changes since taking on his new political role. “I don’t normally arrive in a big bus with my name on it,� he said. Then it was down to business. Dix pointed to 12 years of successes and lack of successes in the relationships between federal, provincial and municipal governments suggesting “more of the same is not good enough.� There is a need for a better working relationship between all levels of government and a better understanding by people and businesses of just how government works, he said. Noting that the past few years has been dominated by the HST debate – that Dix noted has hurt every business in the province – he said the focus should be on communities. Time to get back to basics. “...So I think a reasonable person would say it’s time for a change,� he said. “[We need] to get back to the idea that government is about getting things done... I think ideas are important ... and where we’re going as a community is important. “ The opportunities are “enormous� to build a better province, he said. “B.C. definitely needs a change for the better.� If his NDP party wins the upcoming election, Dix proposes to “start fresh.� That includes addressing old problems with new eyes. “When you don’t have a compelling plan for mental health issues, that is felt in the community – and on the street.� We can’t afford the old way of doing things, Dix said. “We are going to inherit a fiscal mess from the government if we win this election.� Dix said his party would be looking at important decisions to help people address their own economic situations. He said training and post secondary education is key to growth. He noted his enduring support for tourism, economic
development, agriculture industry, the film industry and other sectors. On a more personal note, he urged all political party representatives in the provincial campaign race to show respect for one another. “That’s why I have not responded to the personal attacks on me,� he said. “The problem we have with B.C. politics at times is that we get divided in a way we shouldn’t. “That’s why how we act during an election matters.�
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YOUR CITY MATTERS May 3, 2013 COUNCIL COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS MEETINGS
Arborist (Temporary), Parks & Solid Waste #13/033 Closing May 10, 2013 – 5:00 pm
PROCLAMATIONS May, 2013 is proclaimed “Be Kind to Animals Month� May 2013 is proclaimed “National Missing Children’s Month� May 25, 2013 is “Missing Children’s Day� May 19 - 25, 2013 is proclaimed “Public Works Week�
Regular Council Meeting Monday, May 6, 2013 Council Chambers Advisory Committee on Development Design Wednesday, May 8th at 12:00 p.m. Annex 100th Anniversary Committee Wednesday, May 8th at 12:00 p.m. 5th Floor
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JOB POSTINGS Wastewater Technician #12/078 Regular Full-Time Closing May 10, 2013 - 5:00 pm
May 2013 is proclaimed “Speech and Hearing Awareness Month� May 29, 2013 is proclaimed Day of the Honey Bee 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 1418 2nd Avenue, Prince George, BC legally described as Part of Lots 10 to 12, Block 19, District Lot 343, Cariboo District Plan 1268 to Lucille Pegues dba Mane Hair Designs for a term of 3 years at a rent of $14,100.00 per year, plus applicable taxes, with one option to renew for a second term of 3 years at the then fair market rent. Ian Wells, Director, Planning and Development
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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 #100 – 215 George Street, Prince George, BC legally described as Parcel A (Being a Consolidation of Lots 1 & 2), Block 43, District Lot 343, Cariboo District Plan 1268 to Lheidli T’enneh Band for a term of 3 years at a rent of $13,200.00 per year, plus applicable taxes, with one option to renew for a second term of 5 years at the then-fair market rent. Ian Wells, Director, Planning and Development
SPRING SPEAKERS SERIES Wednesday May 8 from 7:00pm – 8:30 pm at the Prince George Public Library The 2013 UNBC Community Development Institute Spring Speakers Series, cosponsored by the City of Prince George and the Prince George Public Library, will examine the state of housing and community infrastructure and amenities in northern BC and explore opportunities and options for creative and innovative development and redevelopment. The guest speaker will be Gwyn Symmons, a planner and principal of CitySpaces Consulting. Gwyn and CitySpaces have worked in communities across BC on projects involving neighbourhood and residential design and the construction and renovation of health, sport, and educational facilities.
MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY The Staff at Memorial Park Cemetery is currently performing Spring Cleanup duties. In order to maintain the beauty of our cemetery, staff is removing faded and weather-worn flowers, and any non-compliant items from the cemetery. Residents wishing additional information can contact Cemetery Administration at 250-562-4661. “Memorial Park Cemetery Open House� The City of Prince George will be hosting a Mother’s Day Open House on Sunday May 13, 2012 at the Memorial Park Cemetery. City staff will be on site from 10:00am4:00pm to assist visitors. The Memorial Park Administration Building is located at 3300 Memorial Park Lane (at the cemetery).
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ON BROADWAY Celebrate the music of Broadway with the Prince George Cantata Singers with special guests The White Spruce City Chorus on Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Prince George Playhouse. Tap your toes and sing along to songs from Oklahoma, South Pacific, The Phantom of the Opera, Oliver and many more. Tickets are $15 adults, $12 students/seniors, available at Studio 2880, at the door and from choir members. For more information visit www.pgcantatasingers. ca.
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Bollywood Dream Dancers members Marzana, (left), Kiara, Amreen, Arshan, Jasmine and Isha at rehearses Monday at Knox United Church for their annual Vaisakhi Mela on May 4 at Vanier Hall.
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For the young dancers rehearsing their moves Monday at a local church in preparation for Vaisaki Mela on May 4, it is a dream come true. But the bigger dream – establishing a Bollywood Dream Dancers school in Prince George – was realized 11 years ago. Each year since then, student dancers perform their Vaisakhi Mela to showcase their talents. The 11th annual event is being held at Vanier Hall with local children, youth and adults performing in dance, skits and songs. “The school embodies an eclectic sound and vision, using a wide array of modern hip-hop styles, Bunjabi Bhangra and the beauty and grace of Indian classical and folk movements,” said a key organizer, Ravneet Dhillon. “The success of our initiative has
rested entirely in the hands of the Prince George community.” Bollywood Dream Dancers School takes you to India, a land of phenomenal rhythms, history, culture and revolutionary fusions of modernity and tradition. The kind of dancing taught there provides not just a different cultural experience but a body workout that is invigorating. “We embrace and encourage all ethnic groups to come and join the rhythms of Bollywood Dream Dancers for a true taste of India,” says Dhillon. “[The dancers] give you an opportunity to participate through weekly lessons and experience at our annual showcase the various genres of song and dance. This year’s annual showcase will be a culmination of several months training and will be held in celebration of the Vaisakhi Festival of India.” Similar to the North American Thanksgiv-
ing, Vaisakhi is celebrated in India through expressions of song and dance to honour the annual harvest and especially in the Indian state of Punjab to mark the birth of the Sikh region. This year’s fundraiser will go to the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC.) “As members of the larger Prince George community, we invite all individuals to this special event as we encourage our youth to embrace their Canadian and South Asian heritages. Through dance we strive to connect our Canadian way of life to our Indian way of life, spreading more understanding and awareness into Canadian society.” The Vaisakhi Mela and Fundraiser is on Saturday, May 4 at Vanier Hall. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Show time is 2 to 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person (children under five are free.) For more information and tickets phone 250-564-8215 or 250-563-2053.
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Cliff Mann is a full time registered nurse with Northern Health’s mental health outreach, a part time teacher and a devoted family man – no pun intended. However when his hectic work day is over, Mann turns to his passion for watercolour painting to soothe the soul. “I find it very therapeutic. Any issues of the day just melt away,” he said. In about 2003, Mann began working with watercolours and found it to be a medium that he really enjoys. Now his talent, time and creativity has landed him on the prestigious pages of the 2014 edition of Splash: The Best of Watercolour. Splash showcases some of the finest watercolour paintings created today and Mann says he’s pleased to be part of the group of artists whose work was chosen for the edition. Timeless View, the title of his celebrated work is one he painted in 2012 for Huble Homestead’s 100th anniversary. The piece was selected from thousands so entries for the 2014 edition of the popular international book series. The painting with its wash of purples, browns and greens depicts a table covered with a floral cloth, a kerosene lantern and curtains in the foreground with a window that looks out into the greenery around it. “When I head about Huble’s call for artists event I went there and just started taking photographs,” said Mann. “I worked from the photographs to create my watercolour paintings. The one chosen for the publication was taken from inside the historic Huble House.” Mann is a self-taught artist whose work has been exhibited at the Museum of Northern British Columbia, Fort St. James National Historic Park and Groop Gallery. His art cards are featured at Books and Company and his artwork will be featured in an exhibit at Studio 2880 later this year. On the artist’s home page biography, Mann says he enjoys painting the outdoors. He’s lived in the Central Interior of B.C. for most of his life
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script I wasn’t sure what to think but we’ve turned it into what you’re going to see on stage – and it’s hilarious.” Rowell said both she and the students chose the play. “We chose this one over a Fractured Fairytale because we thought it would be something everyone would enjoy,” said Rowell. “There’s a mix of dark and light humour. And it has a interesting bunch of characters – four bearded ladies who live at Sweetwater and pretend to be musicians – but they are thieves. Rupert and Stella Foss, the inn owners, an eccentric gardener, a bungling robber, a gun-toting granny and some hippies. They all get together and find out the true meaning of family.” Twenty-eight students from Grade 11 and 12 taking part in the production as cast and crew members. Actor Raphael Chiche faced not only the challenge of slipping into character as Rupert, the hotel owner, but he also had to learn his lines in English. An exchange student from France, Chiche said he still doesn’t know what all the words in his script mean – “don’t tell Miss Rowell,” he jokes. The Grade 12 student arrived last August to begin school in September and says he’s happy to have the chance to perform in the play. “I learned English very fast because I’m always around English-speaking students and also on stage.” English immersion? “Yes,” he laughs. Chiche, 17, says his dream is to one day work in the film industry in Vancouver. He was inspire, he says, after watching the Academy Award winning movie The Artist. Then came a
screening of the French language version of The Untouchables and a meeting with its directors that got him hooked. “I met the two French directors at the theatre and I had an opportunity to talk with them. I told them that I wanted to become a film director and they told me, ‘Never give up on that.’” His role in Black Hearts Bearded Ladies brings him one step closer to his goal. Chiche returns home to France in July but first plans to attend grad ceremonies with his PGSS classmates. And, not to brag ... but the play is well worth seeing, he says. “We’ve been working very hard on this (since January) and I think we’ve all done well with our parts. People really should come and see it because it’s very funny.” Kelly Road Theatre presents Black Hearts Bearded Ladies by Ray Sheers, directed by Audrey Rowell. The play runs May 8 to 10. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Curtains at 7 p.m. Rush seating. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 students and seniors, $2 children under 12. Tickets are sold at the door, 50 per cent of proceeds from the Friday (May 10) show go to help with the Relay for Life.
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Dentists don’t often make house calls, but dental students do, apparently. A dozen dental assisting and hygiene students from the College of New Caledonia, along with three instructors, headed up to T’say Keh Dene and Kwadacha (Fort Ware) First Nations on April 19 to talk to students about dental health and hygiene. “We found out about the trip in February,” says Alexandria Amies, a secondyear dental hygiene student. “It was like, ‘Here we go, let’s put it together’. “We already had done presentations to different age groups here, so we just had to tweak those a little.” Megan Ball, like Amies a second-year dental hygiene student, says they tailored the presentations to the age groups they were working with. “We split into three groups, with one hygiene and one dental assisting student in each, and we had three different age groups. I had the Grade 8 to 12 group.” Amies, who was working with kindergarten to Grade 3 students, says they already knew about one thing they would have to make sure was included in their presentations. “There are two Canadian Food Guides, and one of them is designed for Aboriginal communities in remote areas.” Ball says there are a couple of major differences. “We knew they have limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables, and their diet of meat is different as well. A lot of what we talked about with them was making smart choices in what to eat.” She says working with the older students had a couple of challenges. “They were typical Grade 8 to 12 kids. They were very cool. They’d had previous experience with another instructor who had different ideas from what we had, but they were very polite about listening.” Amies, of course, had a very different experience. “It was a really
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CNC dental hygiene student Alexandria Amies uses a puppet and an oversized toothbrush to give a youngster in Fort Ware tips on how to brush. good reception. Little kids love anything, though.” She added there was one major difference she brought back to CNC with her. “Down here, people have dental hygiene resources and don’t use them. Up there, they don’t have as many resources, and they want to know how to use them.” Heather Mohr was one of the dental hygiene instructors who made the trip. “I found out at the last minute that there was a seat for me, but I had sat in on the information sessions here, so I knew what we would be doing.” Having made one trip, she’s already hoping the trips from Prince George will continue. “We did education and health promotion this time, but there’s so much more we could
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Exhibitionists set to give an exhibition Betty’s Exhibitionists Group Art Show is the first group exhibit by adults who have studied with artist Betty Kovacic. Kovacic has had successful exhibits and shown her work in galleries including a much acclaimed installation called Roomful of Missing Women at Two Rivers Gallery. Besides her adult classes, she teaches to students at CNC. Adults study art and creativity for many differ-
ent reasons, she says. The results – and exciting range of pieces arising from exploration of various subjects, styles and mediums. “Where our hearts guide our minds and our hands” is the way one of Kovacic’s students describes the process of exploring and creating art. Ranging from soft watercolour landscapes to bold, acrylic portraits to compelling multimedia forms, the pieces promise to engage on a
variety of levels. In a spirit of enthusiasm and collegiality, this exhibit showcases the imagination and individuality of these artists. Artists will be in attendance and select pieces will be available for sale during the opening reception at Artspace above Books and Company Friday, May 3 (tonight) from 6 to 8 p.m. The exhibition will be on display Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5.
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The following persons have been nominated as candidates for Prince George-Mackenzie for the 40th Provincial General Election.
Prince George-Mackenzie Electoral District Candidate’s Name:
Financial Agent:
Official Agent:
Bobby Deepak BC NDP
Margaret Marleau 18745 Trout Rd, Prince George, BC, V2K 5W3
Lorna Waghorn-Kidd 2-556 North Nechako Rd, Prince George, BC, V2K 1A1
Karen McDowell Green Party of BC
Richard deMontigny 1899 11th Ave, Prince George, BC, V2M 1P5
Mike Morris BC Liberal Party
David Hoskins 3492 Hillside Dr, Prince George, BC, V2K 4Z3
Terry Rysz BC Conservative Party
Crystal Livingstone 544 Central St E, Prince George, BC, V2M 3B7
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Bear Lake Commission 353 Grizzly Ave, Bear Lake, BC
Hart Highlands Elem School 2233 Sussex Lane, Prince George, BC
Prince George Assn for Comm Living 950 Kerry St, Prince George, BC
Christ Our Saviour Church Hall 4514 Austin Rd W, Prince George, BC
Beaverly Elem School 9777 Western Rd, Prince George, BC
Mackenzie Sec School 500 Skeena Dr, Mackenzie, BC
Quinson Elem School 251 S Ogilvie St, Prince George, BC
Mackenzie Rec Centre 400 Skeena Dr, Mackenzie, BC
1511 Lyon St S Prince George, BC (250) 645-3950
Centre for Learning Alternatives 3400 Westwood Dr, Prince George, BC
McLeod Lake Indian Band 62 Sekani Dr, McLeod Lake, BC
Reid Lake Comm Hall 23505 Isle Pierre-reid Lake Rd, Reid Lake, BC
Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church 3590 Dufferin Ave, Prince George, BC
D.P. Todd Sec School 4444 Hill Ave, Prince George, BC
Miworth Comm Hall 13510 Flint Rd, Prince George, BC
Salmon Valley Comm Hall 17735 Trout Rd, Salmon Valley, BC
Zion Lutheran Church 180 S Tabor Blvd, Prince George, BC
Edgewood Elem School 4440 Craig Dr, Prince George, BC
Ness Lake Comm Hall 9770 Lakeside Dr, Reid Lake, BC
Summit Lake Comm Hall 1280 Adams Rd, Summit Lake, BC
Foothills Elem School 4375 Eaglenest Cres, Prince George, BC
Nukko Lake Comm Hall 23485 Chief Lake Rd, Nukko Lake, BC
Westwood Elem School 2633 Vanier Dr, Prince George, BC
Hart Comm Centre 4900 Austin Rd W, Prince George, BC
Pinewood Elem School 4140 Campbell Ave, Prince George, BC
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Spring is in the air and what better way to express it than with Stories in the Garden. This unique exhibit features hand crafted local garden art made by members of the Prince George Potters’ Guild. The group art exhibit is a fundraiser for the work of the PG Community Arts Council Society and it will be on display at the Feature Gallery through June 30. Guild artists whose work will be featured in the exhibit are Karen Heathman, Anne Saar, Elizabeth Tobin and Karen LeFrancois. “We wanted to time the exhibition to include Mother’s Day and the art theme is really an ode to gardeners,” said project manager Lisa Redpath. One of the most stunning exhibits will be a Corey Hardeman inspired beehive and raffle offering. “There is quite an inventory of pieces and we plan to keep replenishing it as Teresa MA LLA M / Fre e Pre s s time goes on,” said Redpath. “The final Studio 2880 Gift Shoppe staffer Irene Tapp checks out part of the Stories in piece will be ready and on display for our May 2 Feature Gallery opening and a Garden Exhibit on Tuesday. we will be selling tickets through to the beautiful garden art, the Stories in the that can be found include planters, garGarden exhibit has something unique den decor, Mother’s Day gifts, wall Artist in the Garden tour July 21.” Raffle price is $2 per ticket. So whether that will appeal to everyone, says Red- hangings, masks, bird feeders and you’re a budding beekeeper or just love path. Decorative and functional pieces more.
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GENERAL ELECTION The following persons have been nominated as candidates for Prince George-Valemount for the 40th Provincial General Election.
Prince George-Valemount Electoral District Candidate’s Name:
Financial Agent:
Official Agent:
Shirley Bond BC Liberal Party
Ronald Epp 6887 Valleyview Dr, Prince George, BC, V2K 4C6
Robert Waldie 385 Victoria St, Prince George, BC, V2L 2J6
Nathan Giede BC Conservative Party
Crystal Livingstone 1221 Ewert St, Prince George, BC, V2M 2P4
Sherry Ogasawara BC NDP
Margaret Marleau 18745 Trout Rd, Prince George, BC, V2K 5W3
Donald A. Roberts Christian Heritage Party of B.C.
Donald Roberts PO Box 724, Telkwa, BC, V0J 2X0
General Voting Places:
Ronald Williams 2-556 North Nechako Rd, Prince George, BC, V2K 1A1
Advance Voting Places:
District Electoral Offices: 171-1600 15th Ave Prince George, BC (250) 645-3957
Blackburn Comm Centre 2451 Blackburn Rd S, Prince George, BC
Ferndale Tabor Fire Dept 16315 Giscome Rd, Ferndale, BC
Prince George Sec School 2901 Griffiths Ave, Prince George, BC
Elder Citizens Rec Centre 1692 10th Ave, Prince George, BC
Buckhorn Elem School 5190 Buckhorn Lake Rd, Buckhorn, BC
First Baptist Church 483 Gillett St, Prince George, BC
Ron Brent Elem School 1401 17th Ave, Prince George, BC
Elks Hall 172 Holdway St, McBride, BC
Columbus Comm Centre 7201 Domano Blvd, Prince George, BC
Gladstone Elem School 7005 Gladstone Dr, Prince George, BC
Sinclair Mills Comm Hall 37832 Upper Fraser Rd, Sinclair Mills, BC
Golden Years Lodge 1300 Main St, Valemount, BC
Crescent Spur Lodge 9114 Prospect Rd, Crescent Spur, BC
Harwin Elem School 1193 Harper St, Prince George, BC
Southridge Elem School 7300 Southridge Ave, Prince George, BC
Dome Creek Comm Centre 13766 Dome Creek Rd, Dome Creek, BC
Hixon Elem School 378 Lockyer Rd, Hixon, BC
Valemount Comm Hall 101 Gorse St, Valemount, BC
Dunster Comm Hall 7085 Read Rd, Dunster, BC
Pineview Elem School 8515 Old Cariboo Hwy, Prince George, BC
Van Bien Elem School 311 Wilson Cres, Prince George, BC
Eagles Hall 6742 Dagg Rd, Prince George, BC
Prince George Civic Centre 808 Civic Plaza, Prince George, BC
Vanway Elem School 4509 16 Hwy, Prince George, BC
Elks Hall 172 Holdway St, McBride, BC
Prince George Family Worship Centre 3400 Hart Hwy, Prince George, BC
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SHOW HOME The Prince George Spruce Kings announced this week that they sold out their Show Home Lottery for the 2012-13 season. The final ticket was sold on Tuesday. A total of 8,500 tickets were available. The grand prize draw will be made on May 15.
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The Prince George Track and Field Club’s Sub Zero Meet is on Saturday at Masich Place Stadium. Action is scheduled to get underway at 11 a.m. and run throughout the afternoon. The event will include athletes from throughout the region, with children and teenagers competing.
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Participants of the Prince George Road Runners’ Miworth Run take off shortly after the start of the race along Flint Road on Sunday morning.
Bowlers representing city at nationals ALISTAIR MCINNIS sports@pgfreepress.com
Five-pin bowling coach Tracey Montgomery may be more proud of the sport in this city today than she’s ever been. She has a good reason for it. Montgomery’s daughter Deanna is among the group of nine Prince George bowlers from the Black Diamond Lanes entering the Youth Bowling Canada national championships this weekend in the Lower Mainland. What makes the event extra special for Deanna is it’s her first trip to nationals, and she’s wrapping up her final season of youth bowling. She’ll be joined by fellow bowlers Caitlin Oakley, Jenny Browne, Megan Reimer, Paige Meise, Tiana Tecson, Jordan Arnett, Lezzyl Aquino and Kassidy Johnson. One other coach, Tecson’s father Chito, will make the
trip south. The group was scheduled to fly to Vancouver today. Opening Ceremonies are this evening, with games running Saturday through Monday. Montgomery says the level of excitement has been obvious. The bowlers have been counting down the days until the start of the competition, spreading the word on Facebook. “They’re just bouncing off the wall,” she says. This weekend may also mark the first time a Prince George bowling league represents the province in more than two divisions at nationals. Montgomery can’t recall a league in the city ever seeing its bowlers enter three divisions at the national level. All nine club members bowl together on weekends at the Black Diamond Lanes. “There’s so many zones throughout the
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provinces, so many different bowling houses throughout the province and everything, so that’s why it’s unusual. We’ve never had it,” Montgomery says. Deanna just turned 20. Browne, Oakley and Tecson are 16. The foursome is entering the senior girls division. Reimer, 15, Meise, 14, Aquino, 14, and Johnson, 13, form the Black Diamond Lanes’ team in the junior girls category. Arnett is competing in junior boys singles. The teams will bowl at different venues. The senior girls event is in Maple Ridge, with the junior girls in Abbotsford and junior boys singles in Surrey. Montgomery coaches the senior girls, while Chito will coach the junior team. “I think they’re all very strong, so long as they stay within themselves and stay within turn to PAGE B2
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RUN • SKI • SWIM • APPAREL COME IN FOR YOUR PERSONALIZED SHOE FITTING TODAY! Prince George will be well represented at the Youth Bowling Canada nationals this weekend in the Lower Mainland. They’ll be coached by Tracey Montgomery, left, and Chito Tecson, back right. Pictured bowlers standing are Caitlin Oakley, left, Jenny Browne, Deanna Montgomery, Megan Reimer and Paige Meise. Bowlers sitting in the front are Tiana Tecson, left, Jordan Arnett, Lezzyl Aquino and Kassidy Johnson.
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their own mind frame and listen to their coaches and listen to their team and that,” Montgomery says. “I absolutely believe that all three of (the teams) can come back with medals.” Although seeing such a large Prince George presence at nationals is rare, the group isn’t without experience in Canadian events. Tecson, Aquino and Oakley have competed in the YBC national championships previously. The Prince George teams will compete against seven other squads. Other provinces entering nationals include Alberta, Sas-
katchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec. Bowlers will be throwing a lot of balls over the weekend. Montgomery notes that in the team events, each participant will bowl 21 games with cumulative scores recorded. Arnett will record 24 scores. Nationals represent the end of the season for the nine bowlers. Sunday marked their final house league date. Montgomery says she believes they’re prepared. “Just watching them in practice, it’s mind boggling thinking that they’re just kids still.” For more information on the YBC nationals, visit www.youthbowling.ca/ybcnationals.
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Prince George figure skaters competing in the Star Skate Victoria Day competition include Justin Hampole, left, Erin Brown, Asia Gill, Valyce Mamic, Ally Norum and Jessie Drover.
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For most youth figure skaters in the region, the 2012-13 season is over. That’s fine. But don’t suggest offseason to the group of competitive skaters who have been training at the Elksentre. Under the guidance of coaches Rory Allen and Andrea Ludditt, nine skaters have been preparing for the Super Series Victoria Day competition: Ally Norum, Asia Gill, Valyce Mamic, Jessie Drover, Erin Brown, Shelby Scott, Justin Hampole, Samara Thew and Jayna Mason. The event runs from May 18 to 20 in Surrey. The skaters range in age from nine to 15, with different levels of experience. Hampole is the only member of the group who’s competed in the Victoria Day event before, having entered last year. Allen, the Spruce City Skating Club director of skating, notes that two years ago the club had zero members at the competition. “It’s pretty competitive,” Allen says of the meet. “It eliminates a lot of the smaller clubs
just because of the time of year it’s at.” But in Prince George, there’s been a push for more year round training. Allen says they’re in the process of making the city the home of the province’s third Centre of Excellence. Centres already exist in Burnaby and Kelowna. “We’re again trying to build a very big figure skating population in the area, so part of that is trying to be a draw for other clubs to send skaters to participate in our programs,” Allen says. The Victoria Day competition is the club’s first meet since March. “That’s what’s so big about this is that normally the season is done,” Allen says. “But we’ve been trying to push for Prince George to become more involved and more competitive with the other centres.” For Skate BC event listings and other information, visit the website at www.skatinginbc.com
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Ranking NHL playoff goalies from top to bottom The Stanley Cup playoffs from top to bottom. There are and hot goaltending go hand in many variables to consider and hand. The last two Conn Smythe the margin is extremely close in Trophy winners some cases: (Tim Thomas and Jonathan Quick (LA): Jonathan Quick) Hart Despite his overtime backstopped their Beat gaffe against the Blues underdog team to in the opening game, the Holy Grail. HARTLEYMILLER Quick is the defendIt’s difficult to ing champion and, rank the 16 starting playoff goal- like a boxer wearing a belt, the ies but I will give it a try going best until proven differently.
Henrik Lundqvist (NY Rangers): The heart and soul of the Rangers. Lundqvist is arguably the top all-around NHL goalie. Marc-Andre Fleury (Pittsburgh): Will it be the Fleury that was terrific in helping the Penguins to the 2009 Cup or the Fleury that was a disaster in 2012 with a .834 save percentage and 4.63 GAA in the playoffs? Another poor post-season will see his status drop faster than Tim Tebow. Tuuka Rask (Boston): Played satisfactory in the 2009-10 playoffs, then watched Tim Thomas carry the team to the Cup the following year. Roberto Luongo/Cory Schneider (Vancouver): Luongo got the chance to play the opener because of Schneider’s injury, but Schneider will be back and (% >8E> D<D9<IJ C@B<CP KF ;@< realizes the jury remains out. 9<=FI< 8>< *'1 @e 9%:%# `] pfl Xi\ *'# Antti Niemi (San Jose): X dXc\ Xe[ _Xm\ X m`fc\ek Zi`d`eXc gXjk# He gets credit for winning pfli gifYXY`c`kp f] Y\Zfd`e^ X m`Zk`d f] X a Cup with Chicago in 2010 ^Xe^$i\cXk\[ dli[\i `eZi\Xj\j jlYjkXek`Xccp% but he also had a great defence in front of him. His )% >8E> ELD9<IJ ?8M< @E:I<8J<;1 .905 save percentage and @e (0/'# cXn \e]fiZ\d\ek c`jk\[ aljk X _Xe[]lc 2.84 GAA stats in the playf] ^Xe^j Xe[ fi^Xe`q\[ Zi`d\ ^iflgj% Kf[Xp# offs prior to this year are k_Xk eldY\i `j Zcfj\i kf (//% not stellar. *% >8E>J 8E; FI>8E@Q<; :I@D< >IFLGJ 8I< Carey Price (Montreal): The Anaheim Lake native <MFCM@E>1 @e k_\ cXk\ (00'j Æ )'''j dlck`$\k_e`Z ^Xe^j has the skill to carry the n\i\ Zfddfe% Kf[Xp# e\n Ylj`e\jj Xcc`XeZ\j Xi\ ]fid`e^
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team but can he handle the pressure and overcome mental toughness concerns? Craig Anderson (Ottawa): Like many goalies, he hasn’t won a series in the playoffs but Anderson doesn’t get the respect he deserves. Cory Crawford (Chicago): Very good regular season goalie but has not won a playoff series. Crawford can answer the critics, who believe he is the Hawks weak link. Jimmy Howard (Detroit): I actually think highly of Howard but that is in the regular season. He has given up too many soft goals in previous playoffs. Brian Elliott (St Louis): Elliott was hot in April, however, I still would not be surprised to see the Blues turn to Jaroslav Halak at some point. Jonas Hiller (Anaheim): He got the nod over Viktor Fasth, his first post-season action in four years. Hiller will be looking over his shoulder once he struggles. Braden Holtby (Washington): He is young and capable but I need to see more to believe he can lead a team to the top. James Reimer (Tor): No playoff history. Remember Leafs GM Dave Nonis wanted to add a veteran goalie at the deadline and Mikka Kiprusoff nixed the deal. Niklas Backstrom/Josh Harding (Minnesota): Backstrom was
scheduled to play but an untested Harding took over due to injury. Harding looked strong in the 2-1 overtime loss to Chicago, but not enough of a sample size. Evgeni Nabokov (NYI): He played well in the regular season but the reason the San Jose Sharks got rid of him was because of his playoff blunders. # There are just four former Prince George Cougars that are participating in the playoffs including: Anaheim defenceman Sheldon Souray (1995-96 last season in P.G.), Boston defenceman Zdeno Chara (1996-97), Canucks defenceman and the pride of Smithers Dan Hamhuis (2001-02) and Minnesota forward Devin Setoguchi (2006-07). The 36-year-old Souray (+ 19) tied for the top NHL defenceman in plus-minus. The plusminus stat is certainly debatable as to its relevance. Hamhuis, for example, is clearly the Canucks best defenceman, yet Jason Garrison led the Vancouver D with a plus 18. Hartley Miller is the sports director for radio stations 94X and the Wolf@97fm. He also writes for Hqprincegeorge.com. Send along a quote, note, or anecdote to hmiller@94xfm.com. Follow him on twitter: @Hartley_Miller
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Apt/Condo for Rent GATEWAY MANOR 2080 20th Ave. Clean, quiet bldg with security entrance. No pets, spacious 1 & 2 bdrm suites . Resident mgr 250-5619397.
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LIMOUSIN POLLED YEARLING BULLS
• 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available • Close to hospital & downtown • Rent includes heat, hot water • Elevator to undercover parking • Fridge, stove, quality carpets, drapes • Laundry on each floor • No pets
Rentals
Majestic Management (1981) Ltd.
Real Estate
Livestock ONE HOUR OPTICAL
B7
DL# 31221
Employment
Friday, May 3, 2013
Construction Site Superintendent
“DO’IN IT RIGHT”
Wrecker/Used Parts USED TIRES Cars & Trucks $25 & up 15270 Hwy 97 South 250.963.3435
BUSINESS FOR SALE If you are a motivated individual, passionate about helping women, willing to work hard while having fun, then owning this business may be for you. We are selling the newly renovated and updated Curves fitness centre due to the owner’s lingering health issues. We will negotiate a reasonable and affordable price for this well loved club with a person who shares a passion for improving women’s health. ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: Global fitness franchise who provide support and advertising Dedicated, trained staff Loyal customer base Fresh approach to personal Fully equipped health and effective weight loss Clear opportunities for growth Located in Prince George for Prime location with free parking over ten years Serious inquiries please call Aubrey at 250 562-0049 email aubrey@muirheadfinancial.com
The Construction Site Superintendent is responsible for the supervision of all construction activities that take place on the work site and for ensuring consistently high standards of safety, workmanship and efficiency. As Superintendent, you will manage on site construction workers and enforce required safety and work regulations, policies and procedures. You will ensure the efficient use of labour, machines and materials on site and will administer planning and scheduling of work, records maintenance and job progress reporting, including costs and safety. Although mainly a supervisory and construction site management role, the Superintendent may be required to assist in the construction on an occasional basis and must be familiar with contracts and procedures. Preference will be given to Gold Seal Certified Superintendents.
Please forward your resume by May 17, 2013 to: Babine Forest Products Limited, Human Resources By email hrcanada@hamptonaffiliates.com By fax 503-291-5590 Babine offers competitive compensation and benefits, the potential for career advancement and is an equal opportunity employer. We wish to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Babine Forest Products Limited, Burns Lake BC
ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 397
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Friday, May 3, 2013
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