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Mob at market Members of the Quesnel Belly Dancers descended on the Farmers’ Market Saturday to draw attention World Belly Dance Day and help raise awareness and funds for abuse victims’ shelters. In Quesnel the group solicited donations for the Amata Transition House. Shimmy Mobs appeared randomly at various locations from coast to coast. For more photos see Friday’s Observer. Annie Gallant photo
TELUS responds to homeowners concerns AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter After residents expressed concern over a proposed tower, TELUS is setting the record straight. “We were proposing a wireless site because of the demand for this service,” TELUS spokesperson Shawn Hall said. “There have been reports of dead zones, which the tower would remedy.”
Hall said the half a million dollar investment’s location, approximately 80-metres north of the north end of Spruce Road, was simply a proposal. “We have not even begun the consultation process yet,” he said. “We are speaking to one neighbour regarding their concerns.” Hall said TELUS completely understands residents raising issues.
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“There are scary reports on the Internet,” he said. “But our towers are very low-powered sites.” In fact, Hall said TELUS sites put out much less electromagnetic signals than is allowed. “AM/FM signals are stronger than our wireless signals,” he said. TELUS relies on Health Canada to set regulations for their sites. Often exposure is thousands of times
less than what Health Canada permits. The research and documents outlining the electromagnetic limits by Health Canada are often referred to as Safety Code 6. “The safety limits in this code are based on an ongoing review of published scientific studies, including both internal and external authoritative reviews of the scientific literature, as well as Health Canada’s
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own research,” Health Canada’s website states. “This code is periodically revised to reflect new knowledge in the scientific literature.” “We are very open about what we are doing,” Hall said. “We are working to identify the best site – then we’ll engage the community for feedback.” Hall added the site needs to be closer to its service
area, “because the signal is so low.” “There’s been huge growth and enormous demand,” he said. “That’s why we need the infrastructure.” Editor’s note: as a result of the story about homeowners reaction to a proposed tower in their neighbourhood, TELUS contacted the Observer and we are pleased to publish their comments.
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Lay off notices issued, small tuition increase The CNC board approved a balanced budget for 2013/14 during its regularly scheduled meeting Friday. The budget for the entire college totals just over $56.7 million. The operating fund budget totals $47.5 million, with a projected surplus of $17,654. “We were able to eliminate the projected $1 million deficit with very minimal impact to students and employees,” CNC President John Bowman said. The college was able
to balance its operating budget by: reallocating unused budgets to areas in need; delaying replacement of vacant positions and not replacing employees on leaves; reorganizing a number of support areas; a two per cent tuition increase; and reductions to expenditures for equipment. There are also savings achieved through discontinuing very low enrolment courses and reducing advertising and other expenses. “Unfortunately, it was
necessary to issue four layoff notices to faculty members. However, three of those could be rescinded before they come into effect on July 31,” Bowman said. “The positions were dependent upon ‘non-core’ funding, which did not come through this year, so we didn’t really have a choice.” The Ministry of Advanced Education operating grant for 2013/14 will be $28.9 million, which is a decrease of $78,891 from last year. The college
had been projecting a $1 million budget shortfall for 2013/14, if nothing was done to address rising expenses and declining revenues and funding. Colleges are required by provincial legislation to plan for a balanced budget every year. Cost increases are also partially funded by additional revenues from International Education and cost recovery programs and revenue from the sale of timber from the Research Forest.
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RCMP present The Musical Ride One of Canada’s most recognized icons, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride, is performing at Alex Fraser Park July 16. The RCMP Musical Ride represents a colourful Canadian tradition. The troop of 32 horses and riders will perform a variety of cavalry drills choreographed to music. Working through a unique medium, they support the RCMP community policing
efforts throughout Canada. The Musical Ride was developed in 1876 by early members of the North-West Mounted Police to display their riding ability and entertain the local community. It has evolved over the decades into a uniquely Canadian performance enjoyed by tens of thousands of spectators every year. Members of the Musical Ride are first and foremost police officers. They all have
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at least two years experience in active police work before volunteering for duty with the Musical Ride. Tickets will be
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Connecting Our Community Donor Profile – Brain Rankin Brian Rankin came to Quesnel in 1967 from Bromley, Kent, with his wife Ann and their four daughters Sarah, Janet, Katy and Anna, to work for Rigsby Johnston as a Chartered Accountant. In 2001, newly retired, Brian was asked if he would be on the steering committee for the soon to be formed Quesnel Community Foundation. His first thoughts were “What is a steering committee?” and “What is a Foundation?” Not knowing any better, he said yes, and the rest as they say, is history! As he started to learn about what a foundation was, and what it could do for our community, his next question was “Why didn’t we do this sooner?!” His background in accounting gave him great understanding as to what the foundation could and couldn’t do. His many connections in the community helped to recruit a vibrant board with a broad cross section of interests. Those early years were fun – they could all see the potential, that with a bit of hard work, they could build something that would have great impact on our community for years to come. The fledgling board received great support from Community Foundations Canada, the Vancouver Community Foundation and the Prince George Community Foundation. In fact, $5000 of the first $6700 given out in grants in 2002 was given by the Vancouver Foundation. At the time, Brian felt it was important to award grant money as soon as possible, in order that the community could begin to understand the value Community Foundation. MoTI Ad 987of- aLegion Detour BrianDrive keeps track of the Foundation, and how it has grown. “Community awareness of the Foundation is growing. The volume of donations has expanded over theObserver years, and the value of those donations has increased.” Cariboo He commends the actions of the anonymous donor, whose generosity has given a240 greatLines boost to local donations. Brian’s advice to people who want to give:(2“Charity beginsxat80 home. If you like the idea of putting your money columns Lines) into a charity that will benefit groups in your community, the Foundation is an obvious Although Brian has supported many causes over the 2.81”choice.” x 5.71” years, the Quesnel Community Foundation was the first charity that he became closely involved with. Brian is proud to have contributed to the success of the Foundation, but more importantly, he is proud of what the Foundation has done and what it will continue to do for our community for years to come.
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Beginning May 4 Studio 4 held their spring recital – a fantasy-themed Belly Dance Variety Show. Celebrating the arts flowed right into May 5 with the 30th Annual Celebration of Stars Quesnel Festival of the Performing Arts highlights and awards presentation. Dave Sutton photos
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CRD reviews Polley Mine
Tim Fisch, General Manager, Mount Polley Mining Corporation, provided the CRD board with an update on the mines’ operations. Topics of discussion included an overview of the operations, the Boundary Underground Mine Development, human resources, community relations and a review of 2012 production statistics. More information about the mine is available online at imperialmetals.com.
Gateway water The regional district will now proceed with an engineering design and construction cost estimate for the Gateway Water System. During the CRD’s board meeting, the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development presented $125,000 to the Regional District to help rebuild the Gateway Water System located in Electoral Area H.
Residential schools The Cariboo Regional District has declared Sept. 30 as “Orange Shirt Day” throughout the Cariboo Chilcotin annually. This annual declaration will stand for the recognition of the harm residential schools did to children’s sense of self-esteem and well-being and as affirmation of our commitment to the importance of all residents of the region.
Funding request Deb Runge, Director of Acute Care Services Cariboo, Peter Du Toit, Regional Acute Care Director, Todd Mastel, Director of Business Support & James Kinakin with Interior Health were on hand today as the Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District endorsed their request for
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2013/14 capital funding. The total CCRHD funding, in the amount of $240,000, represents 40 per cent of the total cost of the Concept Plan development for the Cariboo Memorial Hospital Inpatient Unit addition. The capital expenditure bylaw will be presented to the board at its June 7 2013 meeting for three readings and adoption. Further information about Interior Health is available online at interiorhealth.ca.
Solid waste The Cariboo Regional District’s Board of Directors endorsed the Ministry of Environment conditional approval of the CRD’s proposed Solid Waste Management Plan. The Regional District accept the conditions of the approval provided
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by the Minister of Environment. One of the conditions is that the CRD establish a Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee comprised of political and technical representation from member municipalities, geographically distributed political/ public representation from the north, central, south and west (Chilcotin) Cariboo Regional District. First refusal of membership on this committee will be offered to past members of the Solid Waste Management Plan Advisory Committee. Further information about the Solid Waste Management Plan will be released next week. The plan will be available later next week on the CRD website at cariboord. bc.ca.
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Board on the Road On June 6 and 7, the CRD Board and staff will be travelling to Lac La Hache Community Hall for the first of two board on the Road events in 2013. Residents of Area G will be treated to a community barbecue on Thursday, June 6 from 5 to 7 p.m., while the regularly scheduled Board meeting will take place on Friday morning starting at 9:30 a.m. All residents are welcome to attend.
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PLAYGROUND LEADERS - SUMMER SUN FUN PROGRAM (2 full-time positions and 1 part-time position available) Competition No. 13-22. Closing date is May 20 at 4:00 p.m.
SERVICE REP CLERK I (casual) Competition No. 13-23. Closing date is May 23 at 4:00 p.m. FITNESS INSTRUCTOR (part-time) Competition No. 13-08A. Posting for this position will remain open until it is filled. Full details are available on the City’s website www.quesnel.ca/Jobs.html
ANNUAL WATER RESTRICTIONS FOR ALL PROPERTIES CONNECTED TO CITY WATER Sprinkling or irrigation restrictions are in place between May 15 and September 30 of each year FOR ALL PROPERTIES CONNECTED to the City water system within City limits. The schedule is as follows: On even-numbered calendar days of the month, even numbered properties may sprinkle or irrigate; On odd-numbered calendar days of the month, odd numbered properties may sprinkle or irrigate. This means that if your property address is “694” that is an even-numbered property, while if your address is “685” that is an odd-numbered property. Sprinkling is more effective during the early morning and evening hours. Please avoid sprinkling during the heat of the day and help conserve water. Announcements on further “hourly” restrictions MAY BE made during dry summer periods through the local newspaper or radio stations. City Hall - 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 T - 250-992-2111 W - www.quesnel.ca Hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (except Statutory Holidays)
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Organizers expressed a big thank you to all those who came out and supported the 12th annual Hike for Hospice. Almost 100 people participated in the event with lots of children and pets along for the walk. It was a beautiful sunny day. Hospice/ Palliative Care Association received $7612 in donations. The top participant fundraiser was David Law. QDHPCA is proud to say 100 per cent of funds raised stay in Quesnel. The organization really appreciates all the volunteers, the participants, the sponsors and the donors who helped make this day a success. Danika Hebert photos
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wood, old non-productive wood or to keep the vine in check in the space you have. Just wait until you can see some leaves emerging on the stems and remove any that show no signs of life. A good example of this is Clematis macropetala ‘Blue Bird’. These types of clematis are often designated as Group A or 1. Group B or 2, bloom mid to late May and will repeat again in September. So these flower on both old and new wood. Remove dead stems in spring. The largest flowers will be produced on old wood and the new growth will provide flowers for later in season. The oldest stems can be removed after flowering. The clematis ‘The President’ is from this group.
Confused yet? Just wait, there’s one more group. Group C or 3 is the large flowering varieties that bloom later in summer. These are the easiest to prune. Group C clematis bloom on new wood therefore they need a good hard pruning in the spring. Prune almost to the ground but leave a few strong buds at the base of the plant. The popular ‘Jackmanii’ is from Group C. If this information leaves you heading for the hills, just ask the trusty nursery person for help. Clematis grow best in a sunny location but because they are shallow rooted the roots need to be shaded. This can be done by planting a perennial or short shrub in front of the clematis. I also suggest mulching with some leaves in the fall as clematis
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Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Quesnel Cariboo Observer
“When you practice gratefulness there is a sense of respect towards others.”
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y the time you read this it’ll all be over. Whether you voted (and we hope like heck you did) or not, the Wednesday edition of the Observer means the election is over. Unfortunately, due to press deadlines, we couldn’t hold the front page. The Observer sends their Wednesday edition to press by 10 a.m. Tuesday. To hold off until Tuesday evening would be a huge undertaking and incredibly expensive. However, we will have all your Cariboo North and provincial election coverage within the pages of Friday’s paper. In any event, we thought it appropriate to thank our candidates for providing us with an amazing election experience. To Coralee Oakes, Duncan Barnett, Bob Simpson and their teams – you guys have been amazing. From educated debates to respectful question and answer forums, these three have truly shown Cariboo North is an engaged, democratic region. How truly fortunate we are to have three people vying to represent our interests in the legislature. How incredibly grateful we should feel that these three were willing to put their name forward on our behalf. We hope Cariboo North voters responded by coming out in record numbers, but as I type this Monday evening, numbers are unavailable. Regardless of the outcome we congratulate our MLA, and we wish them luck. We are all in this together, this is our home, our livelihood, our future. Thank you again to everyone who contributed to election 2013, it’s been a pleasure working with you. –Autumn MacDonald, Observer
Things you can’t say in elections A
nother election campaign has come and gone, with the ritual posturing of political parties and most news media searching for anything they can portray as a conflict. Now comes the time to wonder why not enough people cared, or informed themselves about the real problems of running this $40 billion corporation called the B.C. government. Why would they, when the whole thing is presented as a combination of beauty contest and sports event, with endless discussion of polls and “attack ads” and who’s ahead and what’s the score? Again we have seen the truth of former prime minister Kim Campbell’s observation that elections are no time to talk about serious issues. Indeed, there are some things you can’t speak of at all. Peace River North MLA Pat Pimm caused a stir at a candidates’ debate when he referred to constituents’ concerns that disabled children can cause difficulties in classrooms. He didn’t say classrooms should be segregated,
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B.C. Views although that’s a discussion worth having. He didn’t deny the need for more support for special needs kids. But his opponents immediately portrayed it that way, and media seized on the conflict despite the factual inaccuracy. West Vancouver-Capilano MLA Ralph Sultan had a similar experience when he referred to his study of poverty in that affluent area. He noted that there was a high correlation between single parenthood and kids in poverty. Picking on single mums, his detractors exclaimed, and that’s what got reported. The B.C. Conservatives kicked their BoundarySimilkameen candidate out of the party because he wrote an article saying women shouldn’t choose to
and who has to pay for it. Good grief, that might raise the question of whether the state should be taking money away from some people and giving it to others so they can live where they otherwise couldn’t afford to live. We even have rules preventing the media from reporting polls on election day. People might be influenced by this, you see. If you tell them Party X is far ahead, they might stay home and mow the lawn instead. If you tell them someone is making a comeback, they might change their vote because they want to be on the winning side, or the one that has “momentum.” Just like any other sport. The news media are steadily losing influence with the public. There are many factors involved, including the vast array of information sources that are available at most people’s fingertips. Another factor is treating the public like they’re idiots. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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be single mothers. You can talk about child poverty, as long as you only discuss it based on federal statistics that do not measure poverty. Christy Clark started doing this as soon as she became B.C. Liberal leader, one of several issues where she dispensed with the facts and tried to copy a popular NDP stance instead. She was all about families, which can of course be single people, single parents or pretty well anything you want them to be. In fact the decline of the traditional family and the abdication of responsibility by many parents, fathers in particular, are central factors in the problem of poor and neglected children. But you can’t talk about that, at least not during elections. Whole areas of political discussion have devolved into euphemisms that are chosen because they can’t be defined. Everybody’s in favour of “affordable housing,” for instance. What they won’t admit is that this is code for subsidized housing, because then they would have to talk about how much the subsidy is,
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Editor: According to the Fraser Institute, in my opinions, (a conservative ‘think tank’), families in B.C. are paying more in taxes than for the basic necessities – a whopping 42.7 per cent of total income. For that we get the longest wait times for surgery in the country, emergency services that overflow into Horton’s coffee shops, semi-illiterate kids, crumbling roads and infrastructures, overloaded bridges and highways, etc. Trucking lower mainland garbage to Cache (Trash) Creek and dumping raw sewage into the ocean are deemed acceptable and logical solutions to environmental problems, while the revenue generated by the north pays ‘green’ fuel taxes to fund overburdened rapid transit systems they never use. The cash strapped BC Liberals (with a track record of successive deficit budgets) are squaring off against the ‘tax & spend’ NDP, who are in opposition to any and all plans to ship bitumen and liquified natural gas to Asia and other world markets. The demand for these fuels of industry and commerce is not going away and it would seem to be a no brainer to find a political compromise to satisfy the concerns of environmentalists and economists. Margaret Thatcher once said that anyone who could manage a household ought not to have any trouble managing the affairs of a country. Our politicians have trouble managing the affairs of just one province. Obviously, as the daughter of a grocer, she knew something our politicians do not. Todd Birch Quesnel
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Editor: RE: Pastor Andrew’s letter. You have no right I am willing to accept to ask for any kind of your right to practice freedoms unless you a religious and hetero- are willing to give them sexual lifestyle, if you to your fellow citizens. I am sorry if you are willing to accept dislike the ‘enforced the rights of others acceptance of this to live according to lifestyle through and... law their own beliefs. media enforcement.’ However, for centuries, religion has enforced the acceptance of often ignorant and offensive beliefs. I am willing to accept your right to practice a religious and heterosexual lifestyle, if you are willing to accept the rights of others to live according to their own beliefs. Christine Kinnie Quesnel
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Family Literacy Fun It was fun for all at the Family Literacy evening at the Helen Dixon Centre. Far right: brother and sister Branda and Kyle build a banana dessert; middle: Eden is caught up in creativity; below: Breanne plays a game with one of the literacy workers; bottom: Vicki Esplen works with Eden while her brother is eager to touch and grab; Branda works with clay. Contributed photos
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Welcome to Quesnel, Rotary International District 5040 Conference For many Rotarians, the highlight of their year are Rotary conferences, a once a year opportunity to meet with fellow Rotarians from across their District and around the world, likeminded friends with whom they share a bond.
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Polio? Do people still get that? Sadly yes, but the number of cases is dwindling and the world is 99% of the way there - we are this close to the end of polio. Since polio vaccine became available in 1955, there have been many “lasts” throughout the world. In 1991, a child in Peru contracted the last case in the Americas, In 1997, a child in Cambodia had the last case in the Western Pacific. And in 1998, Turkey reported the last case in Europe.
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As India marked two years without polio this past January, Ramesh Ferris, a member of the Rotary Club of Whitehorse-Rendezvous, travelled to Kolkata, where he met Rukhsar Khatoon, the little girl who contracted India’s last case.
We are thrilled to have Ramesh address the Conference to tell us his story, and then to lead us in The Walk to End Polio on Sunday May 19th, starting from Ceal Tingley Park shortly after 3:00 pm. This is a public event for which there is no registration fee, although we will of course gratefully accept donations, or you can donate online at www.theendofpolio.com , to help us with that final 1%
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Theatre provides substance and depth to individuals and communities ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter
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rom the time she was a child, Janice Butler’s passion for theatre drove her creativity. “When I was very young I created a theatre in the neighbourhood,” she said. “I was the producer, director and of course the star.” She said being raised Mormon, where the church is very big into the arts, her parents were very supportive of her theatre ambitions. “I remember the play our class staged in Grade 2. It was the Princess and the Pea. “I was hooked early in life and I believe we are who we are and love the things we love.” Butler also admitted theatre saved her life. “I came from an abusive, alcoholic family and the theatre was my refuge, my escape,” she said. “Theatre gave me a sense of belonging, a way to express myself.” Raised in Lethbridge, Alta, Butler said she gravitated to all theatre opportunities in the community. “In my Grade 12 year I was involved in 12 musical productions. Everything Lethbridge offered in musical theatre, I was in.” For her, the Yates Theatre in Lethbridge was her roots in professional theatre and says every chance she has to return to Lethbridge includes a visit to the that theatre. Butler went on to teach at a theatre arts school and remained involved with theatre arts in such theatres as the Empress in Fort McCleod and the Carriage House in Carston. “By this time I was focusing on directing rather than on stage,” she said. Butler is throwing her support behind the Quesnel Multi-Centre project and says a theatre would deeply enrich the overall health of the community. “Community theatre builds the community on so many levels,” she said. “First it builds individuals. It allows them to express themselves creatively and to open themselves to new ideas and new ways of looking at life.” She went on to say community theatre also builds skills such as confidence, self-esteem, a keen and sharp mind, a sense of trust and belonging. “It also builds relationships with families and friends. Many participants feel as if the community theatre group is their family.” And Butler knows this to be true better than most. From its inception, Kersley Musical
Theatre drew together families and strangers who came back year after year, building a strong sense of theatre community and a community at large. Audiences also develop deep loyalties to the large, extravagant productions. “In Kersley Musical Theatre, there were many relationships forged that are still going strong today, despite the fact our last production was three years ago,” Butler said. “Evidence of this was seen recently when we had a barbecue reunion. More than 200 people showed up. People were laughing, chatting, hugging, crying and all around just enjoyed seeing one another again. Kersley Hall will always be home.” Butler added, “community theatre also provides the community with a sense of togetherness. Actors, musicians, set builders and costume designers also get the chance to be part of a larger picture which creates a sense of connectedness. It is more important than ever for people to feel a part of something special, something magical. The volunteer experience itself grows character and an attitude of service.” In 2002, Kevin McCarthy developed a grid which demonstrated the impact of the arts on those directly involved, the audience and the community where artists and arts organizations thrive. Some of the benefits include, the economic benefit of people spending money on attending the arts and in local businesses as well as the sense of community identity and pride in its arts offerings. Having arts organizations and a thriving arts community also attracts tourists, businesses, people (especially high-skilled workers) and investment, along with fostering a creative environment that spurs economic growth in creative industries. McCarthy also demonstrated the arts impact improves school performance, promotes neighbourhood cultural diversity and builds social capital be getting people involved, by connecting organizations to each other and by giving participants experience in organizing and working with local government and nonprofits. Butler encourages everyone to do what they can to help the MultiCentre become a reality. “I did tell Bernice Heinzelman I would consider directing the first show in the new theatre, a big family musical spectacle of course,” she said with a huge smile. Top: Janice consults with Doug Koyama To find out how you can be a regarding the Kersley Musical Theatre logo; part of this vital community middle: Janice matches the YES troupe’s project, contact Carol at 250outfits for a performance; bottom: a pensive 991-2878 or Bernice, 250-747moment during a performance. Observer file photos 1727.
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First Stompin’ Tom Connors Festival launches at Sunset Theatre in Wells CLASSIFIEDS
The first annual Stompin’ Tom Connors Festival is opening The Sunset Theatre’s 2013 season in Wells, B.C. on June 29, running until Canada Day, July 1. This grass roots gathering will celebrate a great Canadian’s life, spirit and songs. Musicians such as Joey Only will perform selections of Tom’s repertoire and festival-goers will have the opportunity to take part in singalongs, plus dance their boots off at the Cariboo Clogeroo. “Stompin’ Tom was not only a creative force,” festival organizer, Wells artist and resident, Bill Horne said. “He was a cultural provocateur who worked tirelessly to open our ears and eyes to the beauty of Canada and its people. What better way to honour his vision than to bring people together to hear and sing his songs?” In addition to music, the festival will include poetry, prose readings
and theatre inspired by Connors. A “Good One Side” art exhibition will be mounted at Amazing Space Studio. And, of course, special Spuds will be
available at local establishments! From page to stage, organizers expect the Stompin’ Tom Connors Festival to inspire new works, as well as pay homage to a Canadian hero. Wells, a small, northern gold mining town is well suited to host this festival. As legend has it, back in the 1930s when he started the Cariboo Gold Quartz mine, Fred Wells liked to hire hardrock miners who were musical. To this day, at a coffeehouse or concert in Wells, audiences do not hesitate to sing along when asked. Sunset Theatre believes that willingness fits perfectly with Stompin’ Tom’s call to sing about our land. For tickets, general information and dates, contact The Sunset Theatre at 250-994-3400 or stcfest@sunset-theatre.com. For further information, contact Bill Horne at 250-994-2332 or bhorne@ netbistro.com.
Central Interior Zone Festival right around the corner
We may not have a “Multi Center Theatre” yet but that doesn’t mean that you don’t have access to some great stage shows. The Kersley Players will be playing host to this years Central Interior Zone (CIZ) Theater Festival and are welcoming performing groups from Williams Lake (Williams Lake Studio Theatre) as well as Prince George (Pocket Theatre). These shows will be adjudicated by Michael Armstrong who, with his 40 plus years of
theatrical experience, will be judging the productions. There are a number of Oscar-inspired categories for each show to compete for, culminating in the award for Best Production, which entitles the winning group to represent the CIZ in the provincial Main Stage competition. The schedule for the festival is as follows: •May 23 (Thursday) Bad Fishing (Kersley Players) 7 p.m. •May 24 (Friday) Closer (Williams Lake Studio Theatre) 7 p.m.
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•May 25 (Sat. Afternoon) Godfather Death (Pocket Theatre) 12 p.m. •May 25 (Sat. Evening) Over The River And Through The Woods (Williams Lake Studio Theatre) 7 p.m. All tickets for the festival shows are $10 per performance. Tickets can be purchased at Cariboo
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Perhaps the most active sets of muscles in the human body are those that help our eyes to move and to focus. They do that about 100,000 times per day. You’d have to walk about 80 km to give your leg muscles the same amount of exercise. The allergy season is upon us. There are some really effective antihistamines available that can reduce your symptoms without making you drowsy. If the antihistamine doesn’t control the symptoms, there are some “cortisone”containing nasal sprays that can help. You have to see your doctor for these. Talk to our pharmacist staff for advice about antihistamines and allergies. There are many to choose from. We can help. Mon. - Fri. - 8am - 8pm Sat. Sun. Holidays 10am - 6pm
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Dawn Bradley Hewitt August 22, 1963 - May 7, 2013
It breaks our hearts to announce the passing of Dawn Bradley Hewitt. She was a very strong woman who helped to keep us all strong throughout her days. Dawn was a very generous, kind, loving person. The youngest of 9, daughter of Joe Bradley and Sonia Bradley Houseman. She was raised in Quesnel, where she met her spouse Bruce Mannering, then had their daughter Amina Mannering. Dawn is pre-deceased by her brother Howard and father Joe Bradley. Dawn will be missed by her spouse Bruce, daughter Amina, mother Sonia, siblings; Dorothy (Ed Boyne), Mark (Dale Andrews), Clay, Dale, Tami (Wayne Jensen), Shelley, Dana, and many nieces and nephews. The Family will be having a Celebration of Life on May 18, 2013 at 3120 Durrel Rd. at 1:00pm.
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C ommunity C alendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC... MONDAY VICTORIA DAY BRUNCH May 20, Cottonwood House, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.. Cottonwood House opens for the season May 18. IN CONCERT TOTELL, May 20, Maple Park Alliance, 2075 Balsam Ave., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Also playing Foreign to Earth and Youth Band, free will offering.
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WEDNESDAY KERSLEY HORSE CLUB BARRELS AND POLES JACKPOT BUCKLE SERIES May 15, 29, June 12, 26, July 10, 24. Buckle for first in each division, prizes to 3rd in each division. Call Chelsea for information, 250747-1632. BAKER CREEK ENHANCEMENT SOCIETY AGM May 29, 7 p.m., Nature Education and Resource Centre, West Fraser Timber Park. Everyone welcome. Wetland Walk at 7:30 p.m.
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FRIDAY LEGION STEAK DINNER AND DANCE, May 17, dinner at 5:30 p.m., $10 each includes dance, dance at 7 p.m. with Dave Johnston band. QUESNEL ART GALLERY PRES-
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SATURDAY ANTIQUES MACHINERY PARK season opener May 25, 3055 Dragon Lake Road. Gates open at 10 a.m. and close at 4 p.m. daily. The park is closed Wednesday and Thursday. Become a volunteer member, 250-747-4621. FAMILY FUN BOTTLE DROP OFF May 18, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Safeway parking lot. For pick up cans and bottles anytime callMaryAnn,
250-249-5720. CARIBOO MINING ASSOCIATION’S GOLD SHOW May 25 – 26 at CNC. Anyone interested in participating, contact Chris, 250-992-8568. (No meeting in May.) ST. JOHN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH GARAGE SALE June 1, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the church hall. For information call 250992-6152. QUESNEL CHARITY MOTORCYCLE POKER RUN June 8, registration, 10 a.m., Maple Park Mall, run starts at noon. Entry fee is $10, party & prizes at end of Poker Run at Cariboo Hotel with live music and good food.
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ALL PIONEER DAY July 27 at Antique Machinery Park is looking for local songwriters and musicians to get involved. For an interview and scheduling date, contact John, 250-747-4526.
7TH ANNUAL CHILDREN’S WISH FOUNDATION TRAIL RIDE, May 26 at Minton Creek Ranch, Williams Lake. Sign up at 9 a.m., riders leave at 10 a.m. Overnight camping is available, also looking for volunteers. Call Karla or Rene, 1-250-9895526 for information.
SUNDAY BBBSQ is having a clothing/bottle drive, May 19 – 25. Drop items at 368 Vaughan Street or call 250992-7257. RIDING CLUB HORSE OBSTACLE CHALLENGE May 26, 9 a.m. – noon, Old Howe Place Farm, Blackwater Road, proceeds to Crooked Leg Ranch
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You best watch yourself, she’s a baaad Mamma Jamma JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter
Top, clockwise; CraZ-Train skates away from the pack, getting a point for her team; Pocket Rocket sports her trademark (half)face paint; Killswitch hits the gas. Above; it’s not always gold, some times it’s pain. Right; Sizzleher blocks the Nightmare’s jammer from passing and possibly getting a point. Jonas Gagnon photos
The energy in Arena 2, as all the Bad Mamma Jammas made their way onto the oval, was electric on the floor. With music pumping and shoulders and hips seeking opponents, the Gold Pain City Derby Girls took on the North Coast Nightmares in an action packed bout. “It was our best game yet,” coach Willow (Willowmeana) Eyford said. “Our skating was good; our strategy was good and our communication was good.” The Gold Pain girls gave the Nightmares migraine levels of pain, winning the bout 325-72. The Nightmares, hailing from Terrace, with a few extra players from Williams Lake to
round out their roster, came out with a lot of spirit, but were facing an uphill battle from the start against the more experienced Gold Pain club. Despite the lopsided result, both teams fed off the energy of the crowd and the music, playing at a relentless pace for the 60 minutes of play. Not only was the night a win for the Gold Pain girls, but it was their first ever bout with a roster full of Gold Pan City residents with the addition of Sh*t Show Shyla and Secret Whippin’. “It’s way rougher and way more strategic and technical. There’s more game plans. Hockey is simple: put the puck in the net,” Secret Whippin’, who used to play hockey, said. Both new girls were excited
by the bout, saying they were getting by on adrenaline. Willowmeana, who has been with the team for all of its three year existence, was happy to finally have the players needed to field a roster of their very own girls and not need to borrow. She said she’s been impressed with the growth of the team over the years, with new players from 19 to 45 joining up to skate with the team. “It’s the fastest growing sport in the world,” she said. Besides the all Gold Pain team, all volunteers on the floor were also from Quesnel. During half time, the junior Gold Pain team, the Gold Nuggets, hit the oval to show off their skills. The Gold Pain girls will be back in the oval against Prince George on June 1.
New Lower Pricing for golf at the Quesnel Golf Club!! Regular 18 Hole Membership now $799.00 plus tax Regular 9 Hole membership now $599.00 plus tax Junior 11-18 years and full time student to 25 years now $199.00 plus tax It’s all good at the Quesnel Golf Club!!
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Princeton Rodeo Riders were in Princeton over the weekend, roping and riding as the rodeo rode through town. Steve Hohmann of Quesnel occupied two places at once, in both first and third place in the bareback competition, first on Sundance Kid and second on March On. Kamloops’ Sandy Denton was in between the replicated Hohmann in second on the back of Billy. Steve Pozzobon, riding out of Osoyoos, took first in tie down roping. Vanderhoof’s Dustin Shields took second in the competition, followed by Quesnel’s Clayton Honeybrown in third. Scooby Doo took Hohmann to the top of saddle bronc and bucked Kaila Mussell of Chilliwack to second place, Kamloops’ Ryland Derose took third riding Mulligin. In steer wrestling Mike Gill of Merritt took the top honours, followed by Cash and Riley Isnardy, both of Cache Creek, in second and third respectively. In breakaway roping, Williams Lake’s Katrina Ilnicki took first, followed by Savona’s Troy Gerard
and 150 Mile House’s Allison Everett in second and third. Kyle Bell of Houston took the big prize in jr. breakaway roping. Gerard took second, followed by B.J. Isnardy of Cache Creek in third. Tracey Morris of Merritt was the fastest lady around the barrels. Vanderhoof’s Cathy Buekert was second, with Savona’s Joleen Seitz in third. In junior barrel racing, McKenzie Wills, riding out of Quesnel, took first, Lane Willis, also of Quesnel, taking second. Savona’s Elly Farmer took third. Quesnel’s Clay Waterhouse was the top junior steer rider, followed by Houston’s Kyle Bell in second and Quesnel’s Isiah Elkins in third. Cash and Carey Isnardy took first in team roping, followed by the Kamloops team of Troy Eli and Nick Teixeira in second and the Abbortsford/Savona team of Rod May and Mark Pozzobon took third. Charlie Attril of Langley rode Knothead to a first place finish in bullriding. Gill took second on Guitar Herd. Blue Steel took Quesnel’s Lane Cork to third.
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OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Owner Ops. for our Prince George based terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving exp. / training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of Professional drivers, email a resume, current driver’s abstract & details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or call Bev at 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. We thank you for your interest, however only those of interest to us will be contacted.
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HAIR Stylist wanted for busy well established salon in Invermere BC. Easy to build clientele during busy summer months. Excellent opportunity for a motivated stylist. 250342-9863 susanhalverson@shaw.ca
Help Wanted An Alberta Oilfield Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator, and labourer/rock truck operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction (780)723-5051. Central Interior Excavating Is currently looking for an experienced backhoe/excavator operator with Class 1 drivers license to work in Vanderhoof and surrounding area To apply please fax resumes to 250-567-9695 MAINTENANCE/LOADER OPERATOR NEEDED. This is a fulltime, permanent position starting immediately at our plant in Princeton, BC. Minimum of 10 years maintenance experience required on a variety of production and mobile equipment. Experience in a post mill, or small to medium size sawmill preferred. Must be able to handle a variety of tasks, work well with minimum supervision and be part of the team. Please submit resumes by fax 250295-7912 or email elizabeth@pwppost.com
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NOW HIRING FOR F/T NIGHT CREW MAINTENANCE POSITIONS We have a few opportunities for this position. Some travel will be required. All expenses (room/board/km), while out of town, paid by the company. Apply with resume at Walmart Customer Service Desk. No phone calls please 890 Rita Rd. Quesnel
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Congratulations Kris and Josey Hayman on the birth of your baby girl.
Sawyer Dawn joined brother Jackson on April 3rd, weighing 6 lbs. 2 oz.
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CERTIFIED HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC FOR SHOP AND FIELD WORK Job Description: perform service repair and diagnostic and preventative maintenance procedures on heavy duty construction, forestry and Ag equipment. Competitive wage and benefits package. Send Resumes to: dwawryk@douglaslake.com or apply within to Dave Wawryk 3650 Hwy 97 North or fax: 250-991-0424
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Summer Housekeeping Staff Late May-Sept./Oct. at the White Cap Motor Inn in Wells, BC. Must be capable and in good health, honest, hard working, conscientious, reliable, $13/hr. Shared accommodation available. Call (250)994-3489 email resume to: whitecap@goldcity.net TWO FULL time positions available immediately for an Import Auto dealer in the interior of BC. Service Advisor minimum 2-3 years experience. Apprentice or Journeyman Technician- Both applicants must have good attitude, quality workmanship. Email moejam@telus.net Ulysses Restaurant has immediate openings for servers. Apply in person @ 122 Barlow Ave.
In need of Caretaker/Watchman for your..... cottage, ranch, Gold Claim etc., in need of TLC? I am a retiree, bondable with referrals, Call (250)394-7993
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Trades, Technical 1ST YEAR to Journeyman sheet metal workers, plumbers & electricians needed, Kindersley, Saskatchewan. Top wages, benefits, RRSP’s, room for advancement, positive work atmosphere. Email resume to: office@lukplumbing.com or call 306-463-6707. Civil Engineering Technologist II
District of Kitimat, full time permanent, wage range $37.01 $44.78, over two years. Civil Technologist diploma required. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, duties include a variety of infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proficient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D, and MS Office. Valid BC driver’s license required. Submit resumes by May 31, 2013, 4:30 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca
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Livestock Horse & Tack Auction Sunday May 26th, 11:30AM 4071 McLean Rd., Quesnel Please Consign Early Phone BC Auctions (250)992-2459 (250)983-1239
Office desk, $20; wood dresser, $10; kids desk, $5; barbecue, $20; bicycle, $20; 45 gal. gas barrel, $10; table, old brass /c globe & shade, $10; 992-5030/992-7810
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Retail/Office Space 146 Barlow St. downtown core - Approx. 1100 sq ft - street level, 1100 sq ft upper level. Can be rented separately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177. Available immediately.
Duplex / 4 Plex 1Bdrm Suite in $500/mo. + utilities. (250)992-5113.
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Modular Homes 3 bdrm mobile in mobile park south of town on bus route. $750/mo. Call 747-7479 or 255-6953.
Commercial/ Industrial
Commercial/ Industrial
Café / Restaurant Space for Lease
A well established and partially equipped Café / Restaurant space is available for lease in West Park Mall. Next to Save-OnFoods with lots of parking and easy access. This is a convinient location and a great opportunity for a business. Future growth for catering service and breakfast hours can be expanded. Lease term and price is negotiable. For more information please contact Jana Kalynych at 1.877.689.8500.
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Bob Marsh presents 2 Open Houses TH TH & 19TH SATURDAY & SUNDAY MAY 18TH
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Saturday, May 18th Noon - 3:00 pm 170 Wolfe Road
Immaculate Immaculate 11 level, level, 1780 1780 sq. sq. ft, ft, 33 bedroom. bedroom. Totally Totally redone, redone, Large Large attached double garage. .41 attached double garage. .41 acres acres fenced fenced lot lot with with gardens gardens and and greenhouse greenhouse
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Sunday, May May 19th 19th Noon Noon -- 3:00 3:00 pm pm Sunday, 2268 West West Fraser Fraser Road Road 2268
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Nestled Nestled in in the the trees. trees. Zoned Home Park 2,341 total Zoned R4-Mobile R4-Mobile Home sq. Park 2,341 total finished finished sq. ft. ft. 1004 sq, ft., bedroom, on 22 levels. 1004 sq, ft., 33 3 bedroom, on levels. 3 bdrms, bdrms, 33 full modular. full basement, basement, modular. dble baths, 22 fireplaces, baths, fireplaces, dble 33 mobile pads 11 rented mobile home home pads -- 14x24 rented -- 22 enclosed carport, enclosed carport, 14x24 detached shops shops detached shop, excellent potential shop, excellent potential to to 22 lots lots total total 1.94 1.94 acres acres subdivide. subdivide. Quality Quality built built home home priced priced right. right. MLS#N4506071 MLS#4506071 Price Reduced to $169,000.00
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LiveStock & Misc. Auction Sat. May 25th, 11:30AM 4071 McLean Rd., Quesnel Consigned Wiener Pigs, Stucco Wire, Steel Gates, Chicken Wire Phone BC Auctions (250)992-2459 (250)983-1239
Bachelors from only $475, one beds from $525, two beds (2 bath in selected suites) from $595 and three’s with 2 baths from only $700. We have limited Apts available with fireplaces to cozy up to on these cold winter nights. Call today for availability and to arrange a personal tour!
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GUARANTEED JOB Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Information 1-800-972-0209. LABOURERS AND Heavy Equipment Operators (hoe, dozer, grader) needed for jobs in Prairie Provinces. Apply to: resumes@gcsenergy.ca or fax to 780-888-2100. More info at www.gcsenergy.ca
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Trucks & Vans 2001 Dodge 250 4X4 Standard Cab
2001 Pontiac Grand Am
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Truck & 5th Wheel $32,000 for Package!
2000 Majestic 30’ Motor Home
1995 Snow Villa Ltd
Sunroof, spoiler, style steel wheels, 190 km’s, V6 Great on Fuel! $3,950 Call 1 (250)255-4509
35 ft 5th Wheel, 2 slides sleeps 4, air, loads of storage! Fully Loaded!
1999 Lariat Dually 350
4 X 4, Diesel, 55,000 km’s Both Excellent Condition!
76K kms, Ford 6.8 L V 10 (gas), all the comforts of home for fishing & hunting.
1 bdrm basement suite in 4plex in North Quesnel. Utilities included $450/month. 250-249-5883. 2 bdrm bsmt suite,n/p,A/C $600/mn. utilities incl (250)992-6189 2bdrm. Suite & 4Bdrm. Close to MPMall & school, n/p, n/s, F & S, Avail. Immed. Fireplace & lge. Lot. Call 747-3878 Newly reno’d 2 bdrm ground level bsmt suite.w/d hook up, n/g included avail immed. $600/mo. Call (250)992-7929 North Quesnel - Bright 1 bdrm bsmt suite, utilities included, w/d, $550/mo. (250)992-2362
$8,500
2002 Campion Allante
2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab 4X4
S505 bowrider, Yamaha 75 TRCA outboard, EZ-Loader 15-16 trailer, very clean, gently used boat, lots of extras.
Recreational/Sale 1996 32’ King Of The Road 5 th Wheel
One owner , Factory storm windows , 10 gal HWT , Stereo , Roof air, Microwave oven , 21’ awning, Lrg Double Fridge , Oak cupboards , Super 17’slide out . Excellent Live in Trailer
Townhouses RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean. Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429
128,000 km’s E-Brakes Wired for Camper
Call Ed @ (250)992-2068
Call (250)992-6033
Suites, Lower
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Selling as a package, $33,000 for both o.b.o. (250)392-0906 cell (250)398-5196 home
Trucks & Vans 1981 GMC 1/2 ton, 2 wheel drive, auto, 350 engine. Untrashed, 1 owner. Body redone. Engine needs top end. Runs. Best offer over $1500. Will consider anything as trade. Call 250-394-7993
SAMPLE all w wheel drive, low whee wh kms, Great Price Call today
555-555-5555 after 4 p.m.
4Dr., Short Box 166,000 Miles, 20” Snow Tires, Deluxe Rims, Box Liner, Automatic, Leather Interior, Fully Equipped, Four Summer Tires This is a nice truck! Reduced $6,950
1 column x 2” ad
4 week buy
$
4495 plus HST
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$11,900
Will consider Pad Rental in Country Setting with purchase.
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WE HAVE THE HEART – WE NEED A HOME
NOW IS OUR TIME It is up to us, the residents of Quesnel, to raise the funds to build our Multi-Centre and now is our time. By supporting the North Cariboo Multi-Centre you are investing in the future of our community in so many ways. We have until May 31st to raise the money.
It’s easy - here is how individuals and companies can help: • Buy a seat for $250, dedicate it to someone you love or as a legacyif every seat sold, we would raise $500,000; • Buy a piece of the North Cariboo Nature Mural starting at $25; • Sponsor the theatre; • Sponsor a room in the multi-centre; • Make a donation. Many packages have been delivered to businesses and individuals. If you are ready to make your donation or would like more information, please call Carol @ 250-991-2878 or Bernice 250-747-1727.
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