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Series of thefts believed to be organized AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter After a rash of thefts Quesnel and Prince George RCMP are teaming up. A small organized group of persons are believed responsible. Summary of incidents: • At approximately noon May 30, a member of the RCMP’s regional provincial traffic services unit based out of Quesnel observed what was believed to be two men attempting to steal a skid steer tractor and trailer on Dennis Road in the community. The two suspects fled the area in what was later confirmed to be the Ford F250 stolen from Jenson Road in Prince George, May 28. The two suspects abandoned the vehicle and
fled into a wooded area off Northstar road in Quesnel. Prince George RCMP’s Police Service Dog ‘Astro’ and his handler attended the area and successfully tracked the suspects more than 1.5 kilometres into the wooded area. One suspect surrendered to officers and was found in possession of bear spray. The other suspect received minor injuries as a result of wounds sustained from a dog bite. He was treated in hospital and released back into custody. • On the morning of May 28, Prince George RCMP received a report of a stolen black Ford F250 from a residence on Jensen Road on the west side of the city. The vehicle was taken sometime overnight. The keys were left in the vehicle.
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• During the early morning hours of May 29, a gate to a commercial property on 22nd Avenue was rammed and a green Ford F350 pick-up was taken. In addition, two other pick-ups were attempted to be stolen. • May 29 at approximately 4:30 a.m., there was an attempt to steal a trailer with an excavator from a residence on Forest Avenue in the Pinewood area of Prince George. Investigators believe the green Ford F350 stolen from 22nd Avenue was used in this attempted theft. • Sometime between 10 p.m. May 29 and 6 a.m. May 30, a grey Ford F150 pick-up was stolen from a driveway on Kovachich Road in the Blackburn area of Prince George.
• Sometime between 10 p.m. May 29 and 6 a.m. May 30, a red Chevrolet Silverado pick-up was taken from the driveway of a residence on the 1800 block of 12th Avenue. • May 30 at approximately 2:30 a.m., Prince George RCMP were called to the Purden Lake area for a report of a truck on fire. The truck was completely burned. Investigators have been able to identify the truck as the Chevrolet Silverado stolen from 12th Avenue. • On the morning of May 30, the stolen green Ford F350 from 22nd Avenue was recovered, abandoned on Highway 97 south of Prince George; • While police attended the address on Highway 97 south, a neighbour re-
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ported a stolen side by side ATV and trailer. Sometime overnight the 2013 Polaris Ranger six seat ATV was taken from the property. In the process, approximately $5,000 damage was done to the gate of the property. • The morning of May 30, Prince George RCMP received a report of an attempted theft of a Ford Ranger pick-up from a residence on Baker Road. Valuables were in the vehicle, but were not taken. • During the early evening May 30, Prince George RCMP received information from the public that an ATV and trailer believed to have been stolen was on a property on Vanhill Road in Prince George. Police attended, located and seized a side by side ATV and trailer
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that was confirmed to have been stolen from Highway 97 south earlier in the day. Police were also able to locate and seize the Ford F350 stolen from Kovachich Road earlier in the day. The suspects were not located and investigators do not believe the property owner is a participant in these criminal offences. Charges have now been sworn against the two suspects arrested in Quesnel on May 30. Dale Al West, a 33-yearold Prince George resident, is facing charges of theft over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, failure to stop for police, and possession of a prohibited weapon.
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CRD presents top invasive plants species DANIKA M. HÉBERT Observer Reporter The Cariboo Regional District has named its top ten invasive plants. These invasive plants, or noxious weeds, are hard to get rid of and can destroy biodiversity. Their unpalatable nature make invasive plant species an economic problem as it reduces the quality and quantity of natural forage available for cattle ranchers.
Invasive plants also threaten habitat because their aggressive nature causes them to out-compete native species and displace them. Invasive plants are spread in a variety of ways, mostly due to human activity. Gardeners should be aware of any invasive plant species in their gardens and make sure they control them and dispose of them properly. The top ten invasive species listed by the
CRD are: • Baby’s Breath: a perennial which can withstand dry climates and spreads by seed. Baby’s Breath chokes out native vegetation and reduces forage for livestock. • Knotweed spp.: quickly becoming a problem in many areas globally, this species resembles bamboo and invades wetlands. Knotweed blocks sunlight, erode shorelines and out-compete native species.
•Himalayan Balsam: The Himalayan Balsam can be distinguished by its pink and white flowers, which resemble orchids. This species is often planted in gardens, from where, if not kept under control, it escape and takes over natural habitat, causing shoreline erosion as well as reducing native plant habitat. See PAGE A4
An infestation of English Ivy takes over a natural environment.
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NOTICE is given pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act that an application has been made for an amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 1662, 2009. A Public Hearing on the proposed bylaw is scheduled for June 10th 2013 commencing at 6:30 p.m. at City Council Chambers, City Hall. The property under application is civically known as 185 Davie Street, legally Subject Property Map to ZONING Bylaw No. 1719 185 Davie Street described as Lots 3, 4, 5, Block 30, Town of Quesnel, Plan 17000, and Lot 6 Block 30 Town of Quesnel Plan 17000 Except Plan 18846 (shown as Subject Property on P-2 P-1 the sketch map). P-1 The purpose of the application is to rezone the subject property to permit Microbrewery Use at this location. Microbrewery means a small scale brewery that produces less than 15000 hectoliters of beer annually and may include accessory uses of wholesaling, tours, tastings, sampling rooms, special events, a lounge, retail sales and related activities as regulated by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch.
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Diamond Calcutta Sunrise 2000 Rotary created a fantastic Mardi Gras evening for their annual fundraiser. A diamond ring sponsored by The Breeze was the grand prize and was won by Christy Shardlow-Kennedy (centre). Terry Papineau (left) won two return West Jet tickets to Vancouver. Jenna Haluschak won the Spa Rivier spa package. Phat Tuesday got the ladies up and dancing after an exciting modern style hair show. A wide variety of Mardis Gras costumes were on display. Francine Gaetz (bottom right) was honourably recognized for her many hours devoted to Sunrise Rotary. Elodianne Browning presented Gaetz with flowers. Karen Powell photos
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Invasive plants in the Cariboo threaten native species from A2 • Mountain Bluet: this species is resilient as it is sun, drought and shade tolerant. The Mountain Bluet spreads by root and seed, making it hard to eradicate. It produces a bright purple flower. • Himalayan Blackberry: this invasive species came to North America from Europe in the 1800’s for its fruit. Himalayan Blackberry can spread through seeds which are transported by birds as well as human transplanting of canes for fruit. • English Ivy: this plant is often planted into gardens, where it can escape and take over surrounding forests. The English Ivy can engulf trees and shrubs and can reach heights of 50 metres and depths of 1 metre. • Purple Loosestrife: the thing which makes the Purple Loosestrife a particularly invasive plant is its ability to adapt to environmental changes as well as its ability to dominate terrestrial and aquatic environments. Purple Loosestrife are easily identified with their spiky purple flowers on top of square stems. • Yellow Flag Iris: this toxic species create infestations of plants with pale to dark yellow flowers and bladelike leaves. These flowers are reducing natural habitat and narrowing waterways. • Flowering Rush: one of the top five alien plants in Canada, the Flowering Rush is a European native plant which is an aquatic perennial. The Flowering Rush produces white and pink flowers and its formation of leaves, which are triangular in cross-section. • Common Periwinkle: this European plant can be distinguished by its purple flowers and glossy green leaves. Periwinkles in garden clippings
can escape property boundaries and take over ecosystems. The Cariboo Regional District offers many resources for those who wish to eradicate establishments of invasive plants on their properties. One of the easiest ways to prevent the widespread of invasive plant species is properly disposing of them. To dispose of the clippings properly, collect them in a heavy plastic bag and bring them to a landfill. Alternatively, pack out flowers and seeds and leave uprooted plants to dry out and decay. For more information, visit http://www.cccipc.ca/
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RCMP looking Taseko teams with BC AMTA for witnesses
from front Eric Joseph Heidemann, a 23-year-old former Prince George resident that now resides in Quesnel, is facing charges of theft over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, failure to stop for police, and resisting arrest. Quesnel RCMP are looking for more witnesses to the attempted theft of the skid steer tractor and trailer that occurred on Dennis Road May 30 at approximately noon. Call Cpl. Stu Murray of the Quesnel Detachment if you have any information that can further this investigation at 250-9929211, or his cell, 250-991-2833. The RCMP believe these offences are connected and that a small organized group of suspects are carrying them out. Prince George RCMP are actively seeking two well known prolific offenders thought to be responsible for many of the above crimes. Arrest warrants are pending against a 24-year-old man and a 32-year-old man, both from Prince George. All pick-up truck, ATV and light equipment owners are being urged to take extra precaution securing their property. If you have any information about these Criminal offences, contact the Prince George RCMP 250-561-3300, the Quesnel RCMP 250-992-9211 or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers, 1(800)222-8477, online at www.pgcrimestoppers.bc.ca (English only), or Text-A-Tip to CRIMES (274637) using keyword “pgtips”.
Taseko Mines has partnered with the British Columbia Aboriginal Mine Training Association (BC AMTA), with a number of initiatives to support educating First Nations on the mining industry in the Cariboo Region. BC AMTA, a federally registered charity, prepares First Nations candidates for sustainable careers within the full cycle of mining including exploration, development, operations and reclamation. The charity is associated with six schools across B.C., including Thompson Rivers University in Williams Lake. Taseko has donated office space to BC AMTA’s Williams Lake Chapter, which will serve as the chapter’s office as well as an education center for mining associated training and courses. Located next door to Taseko, the space is conducive to training opportunities from Taseko and Gibraltar staff, allowing the students to learn firsthand about a career in Mining. “BC AMTA provides more than training and jobs, it provides change. Change that drives optimism and hope, not only for the candidates that successfully earn jobs, but for the whole community,” Sharon McLeod, BC AMTA Regional Manager, BC Northeast campus said. “We are excited to partner with Taseko and to provide First Nations youth the opportunity to
learn firsthand about the roles in mining in order to prepare them for a long and successful career.” The most recent mining skills for an entry-level workforce program had 37 graduates. Taseko-Gibraltar hired graduate Lance Williams from the Xatsull First Nation. Lance, who started with the Company in April hopes to further his career path in mining. Brian Battison Taseko Vice President, Corporate Affairs stated, “Jobs for First Nations build stronger communities. At Taseko, we look forward to our partnership with BC AMTA and providing opportunities for long term, stable employment for local First Nations in the Cariboo Region. These opportunities will allow First Nations members, particularly youth, to train and work where they live and remain in their communities.” Today, mining is the largest private-sector employer of First Nations people in Canada. Contact: Christy Smith manager, Community and Aboriginal Affairs 250 392-3100 for information on Taseko’s support for BC AMTA. Taseko Mines Limited is a publicly traded British Columbia based mining company with properties including: the Aley Niobium Project, the 75 per cent owned Gibraltar Copper-Molybdenum Mine, the New Prosperity Gold-Copper Project, and the Harmony Gold Project.
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It is with the deepest sadness and sorrow that the family of Marilee Evelyn Mielty (Cooper) announces her passing on May 17, 2013 at the age of 55. Marilee was born May 14, 1958 in Quesnel, B.C. and she is lovingly survived by her husband Lorne, daughters Alexis and Carly and son Andrew, as well as her parents Tom and Ann Cooper, and her siblings Ralph, Kathy, Sara, Ted and Albert. During her childhood and youth, Marilee spent a lot of time on the family ranch in Baker Creek. She met the love of her life, Lorne, there and after their marriage in 1977, the two settled on their Tibbles Lake property where they started their family. Marilee, Lorne and their young family moved to Prince George in 1987 and then in 1989 moved to Nanaimo, B.C. Family was a very important part of Marilee’s life and she was always very eager to share a story or a laugh that involved some aspect of her family. Some of Marilee’s favourite things to do were cooking for dinner parties, growing her gardens and flowers, playing golf and
guitar, going camping and travelling. She particularly enjoyed visiting Nova Scotia, Hawaii, England, France, Mexico and Italy. Marilee was a very loving, strong and family oriented person. Her door was always open and everyone was made welcome. She will be very missed by Lorne, her loving husband of 35 years, her family and all of her friends. The Mieltys would like to thank family and friends who were so supportive during this difficult time. Also, thank you to NRGH staff, notable Donna, Terry and Dr. Booth, who took such good care of Marilee. Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life for Marilee on June 8, 2013 at the Lantzville Legion at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Arthritis Society.
May 12, 1917 - May 26, 2013 It is with great Sadness that we announce the passing of May Higdon. May was born in Denver Colorado on May 12, 1917. Both of May’s parents perished in the Spanish Flu epidemic of 1918, and was raised by her paternal Grandmother, in Buffalo, Colorado. May was sent to live with her aunt, Beatrice Garvin, at Gravelle Ferry in 1932. She moved to Quesnel in the summer of 1934, working at the Cariboo Hotel. She married Jess Higdon in 1936, and moved out to the Higdon ranch where she raised her children, Barry, Patricia and Richard. May was predeceased by her husband Jess in September, 1972 and her son Barry in 2005, Grandson Scott, and Granddaughter Shannon. May leaves her daughter Tricia of Kamloops, B.C., Son Richard (Anne) of Quesnel, Grandsons Troy (Annie) of Kamloops, Russell (Anita) of Salt lake City, Utah, Granddaughters Melanie (Kai), of Vancouver, and Michelle (Juan) of Terrace. She also leaves behind many great and great great Grandchildren.
May was a charter member of the Order of Eastern Star, chapter 71, and volunteered for many years at the Quesnel Museum, was a leader of the West Fraser 4H club, helped organize the Quesnel View Women’s Institute and was a Member of the Vaseux Lodge. May was a true pioneer of the Quesnel area, and had many friends that helped shape the History of the Quesnel area. A celebration of May’s life will be held in the summer, and will be announced at a later date. The family would like to thank Pinegrove care centre in Kamloops for their compassionate care during the last years of May’s life. In lieu of flowers, donations in May’s name may be made to the Canadian Arthritis Association.
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After a long and valiant battle against numerous medical problems, Pat passed away on May 28, 2013. I’m Free Don’t grieve for me now, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God laid for me. I took God’s hand when I heard the call; I turned my back and left it all I could not stay another day To laugh, to love, to work or play Tasks left undone must stay that way, I found that place at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss. Ah, yes, these things, I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savored much, Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch. Perhaps my time seemed all to brief; Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief Lift up your heart and share with meGod wanted me now, God set me free.
Devoted wife to Lawrence, cherished mother of Margaret (Dave), Marilyn (Greg), and Jim (Christine). Loving sister to Tom Windt (Dauna) and Bob Windt (Doris). Proud grandmother of Heidi, Trisha, Megan, Leighton, and Hunter, and great-grandchildren Alexis, Darien, Christopher and Brock. She will be lovingly remembered by her cousins, nieces, and nephews, and a wide circle of friends. Pat was predeceased by her daughter Lorraine (1972), mother Alice Windt (1984), father Thomas E Windt (1985), and sister Lorene Harris Rome (2009). Pat was born in Quesnel in 1929, and grew up on the family farm three miles south of Australian. The original log home built in 1901 is still standing. Pat and Lawrence were married in 1949, and purchased 40 acres on Hold road. They resided there until 1957, when Lawrence went to work for Westcoast Transmission in Australian. In 1967, they were transferred to Fort St. John and lived in that area of the province for the next 20 years. When Lawrence retired in 1988, they returned to Kersley. Pat always had a smile and an encouraging word for anyone she met. She was an organizer, and wherever they lived, she was always actively involved in the community, making lifelong friends along the way. She was an accomplished curler, an avid golfer, and loved working in her garden. Pat and Lawrence put thousands of miles on their motorhome, travelling with family and friends to the Queen Charlotte Islands, Parsnip River, Arizona and across Canada and the US. When health issues limited her mobility, Pat learned to use the computer, and took on the role of family historian, spending many long hours researching and recording information for the family tree. She also helped document the history of the Kersley Women’s Institute, and provided valuable historical information for the Kersley reunion committee. In addition to her activity with the Kersley WI, Pat was also instrumental in setting up the Quesnel chapter of the Osteoporosis Support Group. The family would like to thank all those who helped her to continue living at home, especially her friends Norma Harrison and Lori Coumont, and Lorna from Cherished Moments HC services. Cremation has taken place. At Pat’s request, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, when all her family and friends can be together. Expressions of sympathy through a donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, or Osteoporosis Society will be appreciated.
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B.C. rejects Enbridge pipeline plan TOM FLETCHER Black Press
Lake said any heavy oil proposal would be subject to the B.C. government’s five conditions, which include spill prevention and response, aboriginal participation and a share of oil export revenues for B.C. Enbridge Northern Gateway vicepresident Janet Holder said Friday the province’s position is not the end of the discussion. “The five conditions cannot be fully met until the end of the Joint Review Panel process,” Holder said. “We are working hard to meet the conditions and earn the confidence of the government and the people of B.C.” Ministry staff evaluated the 192 conditions proposed by the Joint Review Panel, the federal agency that will make a recommendation for permits to Ottawa next fall. The B.C. government and Northern Gateway officials will give their
The B.C. government has recommended rejection of the Enbridge Northern Gateway oil pipeline project its final written submission to the federal environmental panel. Environment Minister Terry Lake announced the decision Friday, two weeks after an election where pipeline politics played a key role. He said the B.C. government isn’t satisfied with the company’s plans for spill control on the twin pipeline proposed to run from northern Alberta to a tanker port at Kitimat. “Northern Gateway has said that they would provide effective spill response in all cases,” Lake said. “However, they have presented little evidence as to how they will respond.”
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Billy Barker Days Headliners for 2013 are: • • •
Aaron Pritchett – Friday Evening Kenny Shields & Streetheart – Saturday Evening Sharon & Bram – Friday and Saturday Afternoon, and the Parade Saturday. All Stage performances are free to the public. The Billy Barker Days Office, located next to the Information Centre, is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm except Thurdays we are closed at 5pm. We hope you to stop in and see us.
If you would like to be a part of the 40th Billy Barker Days Festival by becoming a member, a corporate sponsor, a volunteer, or if your group or organization would like to sponsor an event, call the office and leave a message or send an email to office@billybarkerdays.ca MC’s Wanted for the Stage. Please call the office and let us know if you are interested! We have postcards in the office that you can mail to your family and friends from out of town to invite them to our 40th Billy Barker Days Festival.
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Start making plans for your float for the Billy Barker Days Festival Parade and Business Decorating Contest. Applications are available at our office. We are in need of Convertable vehicles for the parade as well. Call us at the office if you would have one available. We are still accepting Concession Applications. They are either available online or at our office. Tent Rental is available through the Billy Barker Days Office. We offer tents for profit, non-profit and personal events throughout the year; proceeds support our annual Billy Barker Days Festival. Come in and visit our Billy Barker Days Office, located beside the Museum, which is now open Monday to Friday 8:00am to 6:00pm except Thursday for all application forms and information. We can be reached by phone at 992-1234, by fax at 992-5083, or by e-mail at office@billybarkerdays.ca. Check out our web page for all forms and information at http://www.billybarkerdays.ca
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Theresa Cundiff February 23, 1949 - May 27, 2013 A vivacious, loving, and beautiful person has left us behind. Theresa Cundiff passed away peacefully at Cranbrook hospital on May 27, 2013. Theresa’s thoroughly satisfying life in Kimberley was uprooted eight months ago with the onset of an aggressive leukemia. She endured intense medical treatment with remarkable fortitude and grace. Life had previously been so wonderful she wanted more, but it was not to be. Theresa was a conscientious, highly-respected teacher in the Kimberley School District for thirty-one years. The majority of her career was spent at Chapman Camp Elementary School. She positively affected the lives of countless students and was the creative and musical force behind many a school production. She retired at fifty-five years of age and never looked back. She was off on a new adventure and it was the best time of her life. Material possessions did not mean a lot to Theresa, she was more interested in relationships and life experiences. She seakayaked in Australia, Fiji, and Sweden. Loved hiking in the Rockies. Her bike/hike trips with girlfriends were a huge joy. She travelled the world enough such that she had no regrets. She saw the good in all people and always made an effort to keep a personal touch in some way. Her huge circle of friends is a testament to her as a person. Theresa would like everyone to remember that life
is about the journey, not the destination. She is survived by her loving husband of forty-three years, Gerry, sisters Cathy Hanson, Elenore (Evan) Clark, Donna (Werner) Karolat, Ann (Rob) Mckay, Yvonne (Eugene) Schilling, Gloria (Matt) Schooley, Bonnie (Cecil) Damery, Iris (Derrin) Doyle, one brother Sam (Sherry) Woolley and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. Also, her sisterin-law Bev (Keith) Thompson, brother-in-law Steve Drane, and nephew Al Thompson. Theresa’s funeral will be at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Kimberley on Saturday, June 8/13 at 11:00 AM. There will be a gathering afterwards at the Kimberley Conference Center up at the ski hill. If you would like to make a donation in Theresa’s memory you can give to the Kimberley and District Community Foundation - 42 - 101st Ave Kimberley, BC V1A 1A3 Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com
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Show some restraint
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he Canadian Federation of Independent Business has taken aim at municipal spending across Canada, just as municipal leaders have gathered in Vancouver for the annual convention of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. The scrutiny is long overdue. The CFIB notes that municipal spending has grown by 55 per cent in the last decade, even as the population has grown by 12 per cent. Here’s some direct quotes from a CFIB press release: “It is reasonable to assume that municipal spending would keep pace with increases in population and with increases in prices (inflation). Across Canada, population growth between 2000 and 2011 has been 12 per cent. In Vancouver, population growth was 15 per cent. “Over that same time period, inflationadjusted municipal operating spending increased by a jaw-dropping 55 per cent and 50 per cent respectively. “In other words, the pace of municipal spending growth was over three times the growth in population and inflation. “Put another way, municipalities have increased per-person spending by over 30 per cent. “Do you feel like you are getting 30 per cent more services from your municipal government? “Municipalities claim they are falling behind on one of their core responsibilities — infrastructure. At the same time, they say they need more revenue to deal with problems not addressed adequately by other levels of government, like housing and health. “Municipal employment increased by double the rate of population growth over the past 12 years. In addition, municipal employees make 36 per cent more in wages and benefits than equivalent jobs in the private sector. Wages and benefits make up 67 per cent of Vancouver’s budget. To unravel the overspending, this is where we must start.” CFIB makes some excellent points. Municipal wages are considerably higher than those for similar workers in the private sector. Tough bargaining is needed to help rectify the imbalance. A close look at all benefits that go to municipal employees is also needed. Municipal governments need to start exercising some restraint. –Black Press
Enbridge pipeline isn’t dead yet O
ne of Premier Christy Clark’s first tasks of the new term will be to resume trade talks with Alberta and Saskatchewan. Several daunting tasks await. Clark must repair relations with Alberta Premier Alison Redford after B.C.’s theatrics over oil pipelines before the election, and prepare for the results of a federal environmental review of the Enbridge Northern Gateway proposal in the fall. Some people were surprised on Friday when the B.C. government released its final written submission to the federal environmental review panel on Northern Gateway. It was widely interpreted as B.C.’s outright rejection of the project, but it’s not as simple as that. Clark and B.C. Environment Minister Terry Lake signalled several times before the election that they were not getting the answers they wanted from Enbridge. But they stuck to the principle that the hearings must be completed. The NDP repeated for months that the B.C. Liberal government had forfeited its own review and
Tom Fletcher
B.C. Views handed jurisdiction over the environmental assessment to Ottawa. In fact, a pipeline that runs across two provinces is by definition a matter of federal jurisdiction. B.C. could have held its own parallel set of hearings, which was the NDP’s stated preference, but in no circumstance does the province have a veto. And both the B.C. Liberal government and Enbridge were careful to leave the door open for further talks. A closer reading of their comments shows that the key difference at this stage is one of timing. “The panel must determine if it is appropriate to grant a certificate for the project as currently proposed on the basis of a promise to do more study and planning after the certificate is granted,” Lake said. “Our government does not believe that a certificate
aboriginal opposition in B.C., the Enbridge pipeline is unlikely to be imposed, and last week Conservative cabinet minister James Moore clearly ruled that out. The B.C. government has consistently maintained that the current project does not meet Clark’s often-repeated five conditions, including the vaguely defined “fair share” of revenues, and Moore said the federal government agrees with those conditions. The B.C. government has to face some other uncomfortable realities as well. If heavy oil pipelines are such a risk, how does B.C. manage the one that has stretched across remote and populated areas for 60 years? Does the government take a stand against new pipelines, and then watch as rail cars full of heavy oil cross those same rivers? No permit is required for that, and in fact there are more hazardous materials than oil moving by rail and road across the province today. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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should be granted before these important questions are answered.” According to Enbridge executive Janet Holder, those important questions can’t all be answered until the hearings are over. The company maintains that every river crossing and spill response plan can’t be done in detail during the twoyear hearings. B.C.’s final submission runs to nearly 100 pages. It goes into detail on the inconsistencies and unanswered questions on such vital topics as whether diluted bitumen can sink in water. In short, the province argues that it can sink if the oil is in fresh water, or if it is exposed to weathering so lighter fractions evaporate, or if it is mixed with sediments that increase its density. These are pertinent conditions if heavy oil were to leak into a river in springtime, when water runs fast and cold and brown with sediment. Then there are the obstacles presented by responding to a spill in remote wilderness and heavy snow. Given both provincial and
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Time is running out for the environment
or quite a while, the economical and the environmental interests and opinions have been clashing. On one hand the economical side does not believe, or ignores, the warnings and risk factors in the exploration of natural resources and their use. On the other hand, the average temperature on earth has risen more than one degree. Whatever the case, only people with blindfolds on will deny that the climate is not changing. It is a proven fact that the amount of carbon monoxide as measured in the polar ice has increased steadily and at a much
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FROM WITHIN faster rate since the industrial revolution. Whether the earth was already warming as suggested by some scientist is a moot point because a slower rate of warming gives nature a better chance to adjust. The rate of the earth’s warming has affected us already. We have seen a small example here, the pine
beetle would not have survived if we would still have winters where there was a week or two of temperatures twenty degrees below zero as there used to be. The industrial revolution has caused some strange effects in the world of trade and money policies as well. Starting at the 1850’s, it did not take long before large factories were mass producing items such as linen and furniture. Long hours of work, very small wages and child labour were the norm. In 1872, child labour was abolished and not too much later the poor working conditions and poverty line wages were the reason unions
were formed. Union organizers were for a long time considered to be criminals and were treated as such. As time progressed conditions and wages improved thanks to unions and mass production was stepping out of its child stage. Then the first major depression hit, people lost their jobs, businesses went broke and misery was wide spread. At the height of the depression, World War I started in 1914 and when it finished in 1918, there was lots of work and things were fine until the depression of the dirty thirties. Again at the height of the depression, World War II started in
1939 and ended in 1945. The similarity in both depression periods is that the economy faltered for some strange reason. The mills and the resources to keep them going were there, there were fish in the ocean, but the fishing fleet lay idle, farms were operational, but farmers could not afford to feed their cows or sow their crops. People were desperate and hungry, but there was no money to buy food. What I don’t understand is, how can an economy that is capable to maintain itself falter because there is no money? Is that not the same as saying I had to stop building my house
because I ran out of in inches to measure with? There is another very strange thing, both depressions ended with a war, where did all of a sudden the billions and billions come from to start these wars? After all, battle ships, cruisers, tanks and war planes do not come cheap, nor does outfitting and feeding soldiers. We now live in a world with constant fighting, fear of depression and environmental worries. Time is running out, we need governments that are for the people and the environment. Bert deVink is a longtime Observer contributor.
Letters and emails must include full name and contact phone number and should be 250 words or less. The editor reserves the right to edit submissions for clairity, brevity and legality. Letters to the Editor, Quesnel Cariboo Observer, 188 Carson Ave. Quesnel, BC V2J 2A8 email: newsroom@quesnelobserver.com Ph: 250-992-2121 Fax: 250-992-5229 Quesnel Cariboo Observer is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org
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Because sometimes jets get rowdy and need to be arrested ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter
It's better to have it and not need it than to need it and to not have it. This is never truer than when the CF-18 Demonstration Team comes to town. In anticipation of Skyfest, Quesnel International Air Show, the Canadian Military must deploy a Barrier Arresting System just in case the CF-18 requires assistance during take off or landing. Sergeant Stephen Best and Sergeant Aaron Segall arrived in Quesnel May 10 to ensure our airport was suitable for installing the arresting equipment. They conferred with airport manager Harlene Hunt and discussed what their requirements were and scoped out where they would be installing the critical safety equipment. "This is a very nice airport," Segall said. "It's all going to work very well." Canada's CF-18 is the only Canadian aircraft with a tail hook (a system similar to that used on aircraft carriers to stop vehicles in a short distance). The primary use for such portable systems is on battle-damaged runways and in extreme northern ice conditions. It takes an eight-person team several days to install the rotary friction brakes (fully secured in the ground),
cable system (a 1 1/4-inch steel cable stretched across the runway at a height of two inches) and have the system fully certified. The CF-18 Demo team will participate in 19 Canadian air shows, however arrester teams need only be deployed to those shows where the runway isn't long enough for full safety stops. Quesnel's airport at 5,000 feet is 2,500 feet short thus requiring the mobile arresting system. If you've ever seen jets landing on an aircraft carrier, that is similar to what is required in Quesnel. The arresting system can stop the CF18 in about 900 feet. Although the CF-18 is Canada's only tail hook equipped aircraft, Canadian airports are required, as part of its NATO commitment, to supply the arresting system to all tail-hook NATO aircrafts. This has created experienced military teams capable of installing and operating this very important safety equipment. One such experienced local, Fire Chief Sylvian (Sly) Gauthier, will be watching with much interest as the arrester team arrives and installs the system. Gauthier spent 28 years in the Canadian Air Force as a firefighter with three of those years devoted to participation with the arrester deployment team at air shows across
Canada and the United States – wherever the CF-18 Demo team performed and an arrester system was required. "I loved it," Gauthier said. "The travel, the people you meet – it's a lot of hard work setting up the system but then you were at the air show, it was fun." As a military firefighter, Gauthier said he was deployed to several military bases, including the high Arctic, where permanent arresting systems were in place and he learned a great deal about the system. Throughout the time he spent at air shows, he said there never was an emergency and he was glad of that, but knew they were fully trained should something have happened. He expects the CF-18 pilot will want to do a demonstration of the tail hook deployment and said the cable is rated for many hits before requiring replacement. "The standard landing approach speed for the CF-18 is about 130 – 140 knots (about 160 miles an hour)," he said. "But anytime a cable is used at more than 200 knots (240 miles/hour) it's replaced immediately." Gauthier plans to drop by for the installation in the week leading up to the air show.
As Quesnel's fire chief he will be assigning 5 – 6 local volunteer firefighters to the two-day event with very specific responsibilities. And he knows exactly where the line is drawn between military and civilian firefighters. "Our guys will be putting out any fire. It's the military firefighters' responsibility to handle the personel in the aircraft." This also applies to the Snow Bird team. "I'll be chatting with the arrester installation team prior to the air show ensuring everyone knows their role." Skyfest – Quesnel's International Airshow is scheduled for Aug. 3 – 4. Tickets for Skyfest 2013, Aug. 3 – 4 are online advance, adult day pass $15, weekend $25; youth day pass, $4, weekend $7; family (two adults and four youth) day pass $40, weekend $65; hard stock advance, available for sale throughout Quesnel, adult day pass $15, weekend $25; youth day pass $4; family day pass $40; at the gate, adult day pass $20; youth day pass, $5; family day pass $50. For those wishing to camp, three nights camping (Friday to Monday), two-day family show admission is $135. For information visit www. quenselskyfest.ca.
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For the mother who has everything What do you get a mother who has everything she needs? No more perfume or chocolates. Christa had always joked that she needed a donkey because there seemed to be one of every other animal on their ark. So that is what Willow decided to get her. One of Willow’s friends had rescued a horse and donkey from Mission. The animals had been knee deep in mud and malnourished. He found a place for the horse but didn’t know what to do with this donkey until he talked with
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Willow. Sight unseen, a donkey, Sea Biscuit, entered their world. He was eight years old and not gelded. His overgrown, curling hooves looked like skis and it was painful for him to walk. That made him very grouchy, a real ‘ass’. The work began. With the help of a local ferrier, Sea
Biscuit’s hooves were trimmed and cleaned every two weeks. He did not like this at all! He nailed the girls many times with a loose hoof, so they learned that it took two or three of them to get the job done. The next mission was to get him gelded. Since he had come from the coast and was in very poor shape, he did not have time to build up a good winter coat. They noticed that he was shivering, so
Robin made him a blanket from an old house coat and then some ear muffs. With a proper diet, hoof care and love, Sea Biscuit turned into a Romeo. Now, at 13, he is very much a character and family pet. He lives with the llamas, loves to be petted and has even taken field trips to the Fall Fair. For more information, please contact: www. crookedlegranch.com.
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New Focus recognizes child care providers Last week the Quesnel Child Care Resource and Referral Program (a New Focus Society program) held its annual Care Providers Appreciation night This year, several individuals were honoured for their commitment to children and families. Receiving certificates for being with the program for five years were April Wulff, owner of Boonies daycare and Shelly Ubell, owner of Six Mile Daycare. Celebrating 10 years were Kerry Thaler of Discovery daycare and Sharon Noeth, a Registered License not Required caregiver. Also being recognized was Rose Chard of Hixon Play and Learn for 20 years providing care. The evening also included the
inaugural awarding of the annual Ina Kaebe Memorial Award. The Ina Kaebe Memorial Award recognizes the accomplishments of individuals who work in all areas of child care, including those who work directly with children. Nominees for this award must have given their time, talent and energy to enhance the lives of children in Quesnel. Kaebe, 1953-2013, worked in the Early Child Development field for 21 years. She was an outstanding and outspoken advocate for numerous children and families in Quesnel. Kaebe was a mentor to many here in the ECE field and it is through this award that we honour Kaebe by recognizing individuals who have made an outstand-
ing contribution to the field of child care. We were thrilled to announce that this year’s recipient of the Ina Kaebe Memorial Award is Bernie Milthorpe. Bernie has worked for the Child Development Centre for the past 23 years as a Preschool Educator and a Special Needs consultant. Before that she worked for Under The Rainbow Preschool. She completed her Early Childhood Education in Quesnel and her Special Needs certificate through Distance Education. Bernie and her husband raised a son and a daughter and have two beautiful granddaughters. She volunteers with Big Brothers and Big Sisters and has volunteered for many activities for
Sheila Manning of the CCRR congratulates Bernie Milthorpe on winning the first annual Ina Kaebe Memorial Award. Contributed photo
the Child Development Centre. Bernie is passionate about the inclusion of children who have special needs and helping families to help themselves.
Congratulations and thank you to all the amazing professionals that make up Quesnel’s Early Learning and Care field. –Submitted by Pat Colbourne
Community Calendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC... TUESDAY TWO LADY CLASSIC, June 21 – 23, Entry fee is $110 per Lady includes Saturday night banquet, at Williams Lake Golf Club, 104 Fairview Drive, entry deadline is June 14, email registration to lckerley@ hotmail.com. WEDNESDAY KERSLEY HORSE CLUB BARRELS AND POLES JACKPOT BUCKLE SERIES \ June 12, 26,
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July 10, 24. Buckle for first in each division, prizes to 3rd in each division. Call Chelsea for information, 250-747-1632. KERSLEY HORSE CLUB GYMKHANA every Wednesday, 1801 Otter Road. We now have a novice class for open beginners and/or horses. Call Chelsea 250-747-1632. THURSDAY JAKE’S GIFT, awardwinning play about a reluctant WWII veteran’s return to Juno Beach on the anniversary of D-Day to be performed at the Legion Hall, June 6, beginning with wartime songs at 6:30 p.m. and performance at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Presented by Quesnel Gold Pan Grannies as a fundraiser, tickets are $20 available at the Legion lounge. For more information on the
play visit www.jacksgift. com. FRIDAY QUESNEL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SELF-HELP GROUP meeting June 7, 12:30 – 2 p.m. in the CD Hoy Room at city hall. For information contact Donna, 250-992-3369. NQNA AGM and potluck dinner, June 7, 6 p.m. For information and RSVP call Ingrid 250-992-2453 or Joanne 250-992-8980 by June 3. QUESNEL ART GALLERY PRESENTS Under the Bark, June 7, 7 – 9 p.m. This June show features wood creations by members of Quesnel Wood Turners Guild. OPEN MIC NIGHT June 21, Elks Hall, all ages welcome, 7 – 11 p.m. sponsored by RCMA, $5/ person/, max $15/fam-
ily, RCMA members free, memberships available, for information call Kathy, 250-992-3588.
available at Church office. No tickets sold at the door. To reserve tickets or pickup call 250-992-6152.
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BPSA SCOUTING BINGO, June 9, doors open at 4 p.m., bingo starts at 6 p.m. Door prizes. For information call Carolyn Ettinger, 250-747-1068.
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. Patches and long sleeve shirts for sale at registration. ST. JOHN’S ANNUAL LOBSTER DINNER June 15, 6 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, tickets $25
COTTONWOOD HOUSE FATHERS’ DAY CELEBRATION, June 16, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., special picnic basket lunch on the lawn, a horse-drawn wagon ride and music provided by Old Time Fiddlers. Free admission for fathers. ONGOING EVENTS HORSESHOES Monday and Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. fun nights. Club tournaments once a month. Bring your back yard game to the club. No one is ex-
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Left: Killswitch encourages the cheering crowd to find 11 on the volume knob as she gives the crowd a reason to cheer during a rousing rally in the dying minutes of the Gold Pain City’s match against their much-loved Cariboo Rivals, Rated PG; above: Bruise n’ Cruise goes down as Trauma Queen tries to dance around her.
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Gold Pain rallies to give PG a run JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter Had the rest of the bout been slow, the last five minutes of the Saturday’s roller derby bout pitting the Gold Pain Girls against Rated P.G. would have been worth the entrance fee. In the final two-minute jam of the bout, Killswitch brought the crowd to a fever pitch as she reeled in the Rated PG girls. With the final rally, the Gold Pain girls fell just 27 points short of their Cariboo rivals, with a final score of 229-202 Coach Willow (Willowmeana) Eyford was happy with the team’s success against the more experienced derby girls. “That’s how were going to
get better, by playing teams that are better than us. They gave us a good reality check,” Eyford said, adding, “But we did fantastic.” Rewind to the start of the game and the only aspect that could be said to be slow is Quesnel’s start. The Gold Pain Girls were facing a strategy they’d never seen before and were struggling to stop P.G.’s jammer from sneaking through the pack to nab lead jammer and a handful of points every jam. Early on in the first half, as the Gold Pain Girls were trying to react to this new system, Rated PG had control of the game, nearly tripling the Gold Pain Girls on the scoreboard. “Everyone was thrown off in
the first half by the new things Prince George was trying and the equipment failures and the stupid penalties we took,” Eyford said. “Everyone was losing it and they couldn’t compose themselves. Once we got our heads around it and calmed down and we knew what they were going to do, that’s when we started to get the points again.” Gold Pain didn’t finish the period without a fight, however. Late in the period, Gold Pain tightened up their ranks as they got used to Rated PG’s strategy and started to fight back, with Risa Lightning leading a strong jam boosting them forward to finish the first half 118-76 for P.G. See PAGE A15
Crossfire assault Crossfire rebound early to take second victory of the season JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter The Quesnel senior mens lacrosse team, the Crossfire, took their second win of the season in a strong showing against the Assault last week. Despite a slow start, the Crossfire were able to take control of the game, winning 11-7 For the Crossfire, it was more than just a game victory, but a mental victory as well. “It’s the first time we’ve beaten them. Last time we played them, they just crushed us,” coach Pat Gibbs said. The game started out looking like it was going to resemble the Crossfire’s past performances against the Assault. They came out of the gates quick,
snatching three goals from the Crossfire, causing Gibbs to consider his options and see what he could pull out of a deteriorating situation. “It looked like it was going to be ugly,” Gibbs said. That pessimistic thought didn’t last long though. The Crossfire hit back hard, putting away five of their own to take the lead. Before the period was out, the Assault put away another one to end the period 5-4. The second proved to be something of a turning point for the Crossfire, though they only traded a couple goals with the Assault. “That was a nice change, because usually we get lit up in the second
period,” Gibbs said. “But we switched something up defensively so that wouldn’t happen to us.” Each team nabbed two goals over the second twenty minutes, keeping the same two goal gap going into the final period. With such a small margin and the chance to finally break the Assault barrier, the third was a little nerve wracking. The Crossfire came out and got two early goals, then padded their lead with another in the middle of the period. The Assault scrabbled to keep themselves in the game in the third, missing some chances and being shut down on others, but were able to put
away a single goal to keep them within striking distance at 10-7. Hunter Krebs, however, put an end to their hopes with three minutes left, scoring the Crossfire’s 11th goal. “That took the wind out of their sails,” Gibbs said. With a four goal lead and a deflated opposition, the Crossfire killed the last three minutes to win the game. Chase Jaegr scored four of the Crossfire’s 11 goals and took two assists, making him as the top scorer in the game. The Crossfire take their game on the road next week to take on the Bandits in Prince George, but will be back home June 13 to reprise their game against the Assault.
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Though the Sasquatch was hungry, he didn’t get all the arrows. Instead Archers took him out at the belly and through the eyes to continue to win. Archers out at Gamache’s Arena wielded an array of bows, creating many categories. In masters traditional, Eric Baumgartner took first followed by Dave Cook in second. Lorrie Swirhun took first in the female counterpart, followed by Michelle Scott and Dayle Campbell. In the masters bowhunter open, Barry Bepple took first. George Walker made second, followed by Gordon Campbell in third. Nicole took the top spot in women’s adult recurve, while Jessie Mobbs took first in women’s adult longbow. Devon Cook took the top spot in recurve sighted. Phillip Carter was the best with a longbow. Lloyd Wetton was second in the category, followed by Shane Green. Of the traditionalist, Dan Mobs had the best shot. Fred Streleoff was close behind in second, with James Carter rounding out the top three. Carrie Lakey was the best female in the bowhunter unlimited category, followed by Emilialyn Carter in second and Sara Wiebe in third. Of their male counterparts, Steve Delege was the best shot. Ryan Schaefer came in second, followed by Dave Pritchard. Steve Sedgwick took the men’s bowhunter open, with Stephanie Sedgwick taking the top honours for the women. Rose Scott came in second for the women. Young shooters were also out with a variety of bows. Lucas Farnsworth took first in male youth recurve.
Amanda Carter took first in the female youth compound category,, followed by Gillian Lakey in second. Thomas Pritchard took first in male youth compound, followed by Dylan Hamel in second and Nick Berlinguette in third. Kelly Murray took first in the female cub traditional. Justin Carter was first in cub recurve. Christian Carter took the top spot for cubs with compound bow. Alex Berlinguette took second in the category, followed by Ty Mueller in third. In pre-cub compound, Matthew Caine took first, followed by Brennan Daly in second and Ty Thurow in third. In the pee wees, Philip Balliet took first, followed by Logan Woolen in second.
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Gold Pain regroups at intermission from A13 The intermission gave the girls time to calm down and get a better hold on Rated PG’s clever strategy so they could nullify its advantages. “We knew what they were going to do going into the second half. They were capping the line every time. We would make a line and they would put a skater beside us and push the whole line over, so we knew that’s what they were going to do – it worked the first half so we knew they were going to do it again. So that’s when we were able to get lead jammer again and get points again.” With their new strategy hammered out, the Gold Pain girls didn’t allow Rated P.G. the leeway to increase their lead, but couldn’t manage to reel the PG girls in either. The bout remained close through nearly all 30 minutes of the final period, with the hometown team remaining around 50 points behind the visitors as the scoreboard numbers climbed at an even pace. With ten minutes left in the final half and the score sitting at 182-131 in favour of P.G., the results looked foregone, even as the Gold Pain Girls kept their pace and energy up. But in the final jam of the game, Killswitch found some energy still lingering in her, even after nearly an hour of
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hard fought derby, and hit the gas, getting lead jammer and notching points as she found her way through the pack again and again. Then Rated PG’s jammer got in penalty trouble, allowing Killswitch to rack up points until she was winded by the constant sprint. The last minute rush wasn’t quite enough to bring the Gold Pain Girls even, with the last jam stopping at its full two minute mark while Gold Pain still sat 27 points behind their visitors. The close game shows the growth of the Gold Pain Girls,
as their last games against Prince George the team got, in Eyford’s own words, ‘destroyed.’ Next up for the Gold Pain Girls is a road trip up to Ft. St. James for a bout against the Killbillies in Ft. St. John June 15, before coming back for their final game of the season at the Gold Rush Rumble, July 19. Intent on putting on as good of a show as they are able to, the Gold Pain Girls are looking for volunteers to help them make the Billy Barker Days really rumble.
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QJS awards its athletes Athletes at the QJS awards banquets show off the awards. Determination and perseverance were two words the coaches used repeatedly to praise their athletes for over the course of the night, concepts that were also given the nod by guest speaker Tanya Grob, a former Gold Pan resident who now plays soccer for UNBC. A variety of athletes were awarded plaques for everything ranging from team spirit to top scorer. Athletes were feted with a delicious supper as well as the words of the coaches and the plaques they were awarded. Coaches were also recognized by athletic director Lori Tresierra-Durocher with jerseys in the school’s colours. Jonas Gagnon photo
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CLEAN UP SUPERVISOR Dunkley Lumber Ltd. operates a modern and sophisticated SPF dimension Sawmill / Planer facility at Strathnaver, 40 km north of Quesnel, BC. Our quality lumber products are sold across North America and in overseas markets. We currently have an opening for a Clean Up Supervisor for graveyard shift. We are looking for an individual who is motivated, takes pride in their work and is very safety conscious. The ideal applicant will have experience in a sawmill environment, excellent people and team building skills and strong leadership abilities. If you feel you are the person we are looking for, please submit your resume to: Personnel Coordinator Dunkley Lumber Ltd. Fax: (250) 998-4513 Email: hr@dunkleylumber.com Applications must be received no later than 5:00 pm on June 17, 2013. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Automotive Technician - Quesnel Career wheels spinning but getting nowhere? Put yourself in the driver’s seat and get some traction with Fountain Tire! With over 50 years of experience in the tire and mechanical service industry, we know what we’re doing and we do it well! Our longstanding success is because of the people that have chosen a career with us. Here’s who we’re looking for. Does this sound like you? - Reliable, motivated and driven to deliver quality workmanship and a superior customer experience. - Continuously looking to learn and use new skills. - Value a strong team-based workplace. - Flexible, patient, and calm when working with tight schedules. - Focused on meeting goals and targets. Your duties will include : Diagnose, repair and complete approved service on customer vehicles as described in work orders and the mechanical inspection form using computerized diagnostic equipment and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate vehicle problems. Advise customers and Associates on work performed, general vehicle condition, and future repair requirements Maintain mechanical service equipment on a regularly scheduled basis. Operate company and customer vehicles in a clean and safe manner; use proper barriers to maintain vehicle cleanliness, and ensure equipment and loads in company vehicles are safely secured for transportation. Support customer relationships by responding to customer inquiries. What does it take to get on track? Completion of a four-year automotive service technician apprenticeship program. Interprovincial Red Seal Certification would be considered an asset. Strong knowledge of automotive industry and skills required to provide mechanical service to our customers. Commitment to providing a superior customer experience. Strong knowledge and appreciation for safe work environment and completion of WHIMIS and other safety courses provided by Fountain Tire. Demonstrated initiative in recognizing opportunities for improvement and efficiency. Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and provide a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract from province of residence. Basic computer skills to successfully complete required learning and safety courses and achieve certification where required. Ability to consistently lift 25 kilograms. At Fountain Tire, you’d have a great place to work—competitive wages, competitive benefit package, a manager with a large support network, and the chance to learn and grow.
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Teaching Opportunity at NCCS! Competition 1208 – Teacher (1.0 FTE Grade K-1) NCCS is seeking a fulltime Teacher for its K/1 classroom. If you have a desire to teach and share God’s word with elementary grade students within an independent interdenominational Christian school setting, we would like to hear from you. Quoting the competition number in the subject line, direct your cover letter and resume to John Hengen, Principal at office@nccschool.ca. Our Teachers must be BC certified and have a dedication to Christian Education. All successful candidates sign a Statement of Faith. Entry level salary begins at $34,680 per annum with a competitive benefits package. A complete job description can be provided through our office. For more information about our school please visit our website at www. nccschool.ca. This competition is open until filled. NCCS opened its doors in 1994. We have grown to a size of 91 students from Grades Kindergarten to Grade 9. We are equipped with a computer lab, gym, library and full playground facilities. Quesnel, BC, is a vibrant city with a population of 25,000 including outlying rural areas. See www.city.quesnel.bc.ca/ for more information.
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City of Quesnel
PLAYGROUND LEADERS SUMMER SUN FUN
(2 full time positions, 1 part time position) Competition No. 13-22A. Closing is 4 pm, June 7, 2013
Dunkley Lumber Ltd., a progressive forest company operating in the Prince George area, manufactures high quality lumber products for our customers within North America and around the world. Our company is committed to ensuring that our forest resources are managed to the highest possible standard. We are currently inviting applications for the following position in our Woodlands Department:
FORESTRY SUPERVISOR As Forestry Supervisor, you will be working with the Woodlands team in the administration and supervision of Dunkley’s harvesting program. Responsibilities will include timber reconnaissance and development, permit acquisition, operational planning and management of harvesting activities, such as logging, road construction and road maintenance. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate: • registration or eligibility for registration as a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT), Forester in training (FIT) or Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with the Association of BC Forestry Professional (ABCFP); • a minimum of 2 years’ experience in forestry fieldwork; • strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office; • knowledge of current BC forest legislation, regulations, policies, and guidelines; • possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s licence and safe driving record; • excellent problem solving, decision making and organizational abilities; • excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills; • the ability to work independently and within a team environment. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 pm on June 14, 2013. Please email a cover letter and resume to mgronskei@dunkleylumber.com with Forestry Supervisor in the subject line.
The City’s Leisure Services Department requires multiple Playground Leaders to provide the delivery of summer programs to children between the ages of 6 - 12 at a variety of locations throughout Quesnel. This position will commence June 24 and terminate August 30 and is open to all female and male student applicants. Full details are available on our web site at http://www.quesnel.ca/Jobs.html. Submit a typewritten resume outlining skills and qualifications to the Human Resources Department, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 or by email to ncoe@ quesnel.ca (microsoft word or pdf only).
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Permanent(4 Evenings/wk.) Dish Washer needed. Serious applicants only. Apply at Penisola Ristorante. Tim Horton’s Quesnel now hiring FT & PT staff. Apply in person with resume to either location. 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.
MARINE SUPERINTENDENT/Detachment Superintendent, Canadian Forces Auxiliary Fleet, a civilian component of the Department Of National Defence, seeks Marine Managers for positions in Nanoose Bay and Victoria (Vancouver Island), British Columbia. Online applications only through the Public Service Commission of Canada website, Reference# DND13J008697-000065, Selection Process# 13-DND-EAESQ-373623, Marine Superintendent/Detachment Superintendent. Applicants must meet all essential qualifications listed and complete the application within the prescribed timelines. **http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/ index-eng.htm.
Quesnel School District Employment Opportunity for Bus Drivers The Quesnel School District is currently seeking applications for casual Bus Drivers in the Transportation Department. Successful applicants would become members of CUPE Local 4990. Required Knowledge, Education, Ability and Skills include: • Grade 12 completion • Class 2 Drivers License with Air Brake endorsement • Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate • Personality and aptitude for working with students All applications are to include a covering letter, resume, names of at least 3 supervisory/ professional references, supporting documents (e.g. confirmation of Grade 12 completion, certifications, employment history, education, volunteer activities related to children and three professional references). Successful applicants must be willing to complete a Criminal Record Check. Applications are to be submitted to the undersigned no later than 4:00 PM, Tuesday, June 17, 2013: Randy Curr, Director of Instruction-Human Resources 401 North Star Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 5K2 Fax: (250) 992-0435 Email: randycurr@sd28.bc.ca Please direct enquiries to Bob Preston at 250-992-8361
We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates invited to interview will be contacted.
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SURINTENDANT / SURINTENDANT de detachement de la Marine. La flotte auxiliaire des forces canadiennes, une composante civile du ministère de la Defense nationale, cherche des gestionnaires marins pour des postes situes a Nanoose Bay et Victoria sur l’ile de Vancouver, en Colombie-Britannique. Les candidats interesses doivent postuler en ligne a travers le site internet de la Commission de la fonction publique du Canada, Reference n DND13J-008697000065, le processus de selection # 13-DND-EAESQ-373623, Surintendant / Surintendant de detachement de Marine. Les candidats doivent posseder toutes les qualifications essentielles enumerees dans la publicite en ligne et remplir la demande dans les delais prescrits. http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/ index- eng.htm Ulysses Restaurant has immediate openings for servers, dishwashers and cooks. Apply in person @ 122 Barlow Ave.
The District appreciates the interest of all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Quesnel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Sandman Hotel Quesnel is now accepting applications for the position of
Housekeeping Please apply in person with resume or fax 250-747-0110
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Trades, Technical C&C Wood Products is looking for a MILLWRIGHT and ELECTRICIAN for our sawmill/reman facility in Quesnel, B.C. Duties will be servicing and maintenance. For more info please call 250-992-7471 or drop your resume off at 1751 Quesnel-Hixon Rd. KLASSIC AUTOBODY (Hay River, NT) seeking Working Shop Foreman/Assistant Manager - Oversee Bodyshop, estimations, quality/safety, teamplayer. $37-$42 hourly + OT, company matched pension plan, benefits. Apply to: employment@kinglandford.com Fax: 867-874-2843. Mobile Hydraulic Crane Operators, Millwrights & Iron Workers Timber West Mill Construction is now hiring Certified Mobile Hydraulic Crane Operators, Millwrights and Iron Workers. Resumes accepted by e-mail at: info@timberwestmc.com or fax (250) 964-0222
Work Wanted Norm’s Handyman Service Lawns, rototilling. Call (250)255-1874
Services
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Pets & Livestock
Pets BOUVIER PUPS, home raised, loyal & loving. 2 blonde males. $900. 250-494-4092. sm.white@shaw.ca
Merchandise for Sale
A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! 40’ Containers under $2500! Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
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Misc. for Sale GE Stove, 5 yrs old, $150; Junior Golf Club Set (Starter Set w/Bag), $80; Call (250)747-1055
Firearms WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
Garage Sales 3963 Astral Ave. Sat. June 8, 10am-3pm. Lrg selection of upholstery fabric, vinyl, auto fabric, etc. Some tools & supplies. Foam & carpet odds and ends. Some other stuff. Adult garage sale, 10am-3pm June 8. 2170 Golden Pond Rd. (Mobile park past Lakeview Church on Ash) No early birds please.
Northland Mortgages
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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent
WOODGROVE MANOR 1241 Lark Avenue Located in the desirable Uplands area Spacious 2 bdrm, 2 bath suites Free Hot Water
Hanging pot rack with hooks, $40. Panasonic 1200w Inverter Microwave, $50. Sunbeam coffee maker SS Carafe, $5. Black&Decker Cordless Vacuum, $10. GE Electric Kettle, $5. Telus 2 wire wifi router, $10. Modern desk lamp, $5. Fishing waders, $30. 250-316-0653.
FROM $600/mo Quiet. Secure. Clean. Seniors and families welcome.
Reno sale: oak kitchen cabinets, Danby 7 ft. freezer, Maytag 15 cubic ft. fridge,love seat & matching chair, living room chair. 250-992-9444.
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Unique solid T&K birch panelling. $0.85/square foot. Various lengths. Call 250-9928665 or 250-316-0750.
Antiques / Vintage Antique bottle collection. Would like to keep together. 1800s-1900s. Call Dorothy or Roger: 250-747-8641.
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Misc. Wanted True Coin Collector Looking to Purchase Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold and Silver coins, Bills + Not melting down, Serious Collector. Call: Coin Couple 1-778-281-0030
WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
Real Estate Acreage for Sale PANORAMIC 58 Acres along West Fraser RD. 35 Acres in Hay. $129,900. 780-394-7088
Mobile Homes & Parks
Transportation
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Duplex / 4 Plex
Off Road Vehicles
Trucks & Vans
NQ 2Bdrm. Suite. in 4Plex. N/S, N/P. Available immediately. Call Jim (250)255-0845
2006 Fleetwood tent trailer, 3 burner gas stove, 3way fridge, shower/potty combo, gas water heater. In good shape, no leaks. Price: $8,600. Call 250-747-1105
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Office/Retail Office Space Available in busy Chiropractic Clinic on Reid St. 132 sq. ft. $650/mo. Contact Michael Duperron @ (250)925-0540 Office space avail. at Fraserview Medical Building next to hospital, suitable for professional offices; medical, legal, accounting and other consulting businesses. Please call Ideal Properties 250-992-5992
Call Shawna
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Townhouses RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean. Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429
Subletting fully furnished 2 bdrm suite. Very inexpensive at $625/mo. You pay own hydro, cable, internet. Perfect downtown location, within walking distance to everything. Great for student or worker. References needed. Available from July, Aug or Sept. until January or later. Call 250-2555747 for more info.
Cars - Domestic 1993 Chevy Cavalier
Three rental units in Dragon Lake area. 2 three bdrm and one 2 bdrm. Contact Richard: 780-217-1591 or email eagleoilfield@live.ca.
Commercial/ Industrial 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.
4 Dr. Automatic, A/C good tires, 173,000 km’s
$3,950 obo. Call (250)255-4509
2001 Pontiac Grand Am
Duplex / 4 Plex Sunroof, spoiler, style steel wheels, 190 km’s, V6 Great on Fuel! $3,950 Call 1 (250)255-4509
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Help Wanted
Trades, Technical
Trades, Technical
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We are looking for an individual with excellent troubleshooting and problem solving abilities, as well as possessing good communication and interpersonal skills. If you have these characteristics and desire to work as part of our maintenance team, please submit your resume to: Personnel Coordinator Dunkley Lumber Ltd. Fax: 250-998-4513 Email: mgronskei@dunkleylumber.com
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Will consider Pad Rental in Country Setting with purchase.
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Boats 16 Ft. Bayliner Bass Boat
2005 80W Adventurer Camper Options- Propane stove, two way refrigerator, propane furnace, toilet, ladder, luggage roof rack, CO2 and smoke detectors, full electrical hook up, $7,500. 250-249-0093
Everything’s Done! 50 HP Outboard, New Carb, Fuel Pump, Stator, Battery, Fish Finder, Stereo, etc. Runs Great! Trailer has 3 New Tires Call (250)747-2666
Legal Notices
Legal Notices
Cariboo Pulp & Paper Company
We are seeking an experienced journeyman welder with several years of industrial experience. The successful candidate will also be familiar with MIG and TIG procedures. &andidates who have worked in a Àexible multi skilled work environment and possess additional certi¿cation or experience as a millwright or pipe¿tter are encouraged to apply for this position. We offer competitive wages and bene¿ts as well as a relocation assistance package. The Quesnel area, with a population of 25,000, offers affordable housing, modern recreational and educational facilities, and the ideal environment for the outdoor enthusiast. 3lease forward your resume in con¿dence to +XPDQ 5HVRXUFHV 6XSHULQWHQGHQW &DULERR 3XOS 3DSHU &RPSDQ\ 32 %R[ 4XHVQHO % & 9 - - )D[ (PDLO FSSKU#FDULERRSXOS FRP
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In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On January 8, 2012, at the 500 block of Marsh Road, Quesnel, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Quesnel RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $9,930 CAD, on or about 23:45 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2013-1527, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is
Apt/Condo for Rent
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates invited to interview will be contacted.
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
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Newly reno’d, quality 1 + 3 bdrm apartments in North Quesnel, suitable for mature, working person/couple or for seniors, n/s, n/p, ref. req’d. Washer/Dryer incld. 250-992-5992.
We currently have an opening for a Certified Benchman. We are looking for an individual who is motivated, takes pride in their work and is very safety conscious. The ideal candidate will hold an Interprovincial ticket with experience in benching quad bandsaws and thin kerf circular saws. Experience in sawing machine maintenance would be an asset.
1996 32’ King Of The Road 5 th Wheel
References required.
For rent: in adult section of park, 2 bdrm, 1 bathroom, cute and cozy mobile home. $595/mo + util. Avbl July 1. 250-215-8123.
Dunkley Lumber Ltd. operates a modern and sophisticated SPF dimension Sawmill / Planer facility at Strathnaver, 40 km north of Quesnel, BC. Our quality lumber products are sold in North America and overseas markets.
Recreational/Sale
Suites, Lower 1bdrm bsmt suite suitable for mature, n/s, working person or couple. Utilities incl. N/p, references required (250)747-1434 2Bdrm. Suite - 1000 sq. ft. on 1/2Acre-Brand New! $700/mo. Heat & Hydro included. Call (250)612-7841. Avail. immed. 2bdrm. Suite - Close to MP Mall & school, n/p, n/s, F & S, Avail. Immed. Fireplace & lge. Lot. Call 747-3878
Multi garage sale Sat. June 8 9-3. No Early birds. Lots of household items, reclining sofa chair, kitchen table chairs and much more. 577 Jones St. 778-414-4419.
CERTIFIED BENCHMAN
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
filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
Apt/Condo for Rent
ONE STOP APARTMENT SHOP We have an apartment to suit everyone’s needs. 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! New Owners – New Management
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May the road be paved with success and good fortune We wish you the best as you continue your education
Love Mom, Dad, Ashley and all your family
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