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Will Victoria deal directly with teachers’ union? Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com A government appointment last week has the chair of the School District 57 Board of Education questioning the future. On July 31, the provincial government appointed Michael Marchbank as a public administrator for the B.C. Public School Employers Association (BCPSEA), the body which bargained with employee groups on behalf of the school districts. According to a government press release, the move “will ensure government can advance its plans to restructure the K-12 bargaining process and its mandate to secure a long-term deal with the British Columbia Teachers Federation (BCTF).” Local board chair Sharel Warrington says it’s unclear exactly what the appointment means. “I interpret it as negotiations will be directly between the government and the teachers union. What exactly that will look like remains to be seen.”

Since the Liberal government advanced the idea of a long-term (10 years being the most common length mentioned) contract with the BCTF, Warrington says the question had been, “how long they remained at arm’s length from the bargaining.” Although many people probably think of the BCPSEA as just being the boards of education bargaining group, Warrington says the group does much more. “The BCPSEA plays a very strong advisory role to boards. They have a lot of expertise, and many resources in areas such as hiring, health and safety. and benefits. “I hope they will continue in that role.” Coming in the middle of summer, the appointment is also causing problems for boards trying to figure out what it means for them. “At this point,” Warrington says, “the role of the board of education is not clear. “I’m trying to get a meeting with the trustees organized, but it’s summer, people are on holidays, and it’s tough even just getting a quorum. “We need to have a meeting, though, because we haven’t had a chance locally to discuss the roles we will play now.”

The body of a woman reported missing in Stoner has been found near her home. On Aug. 2 Prince George RCMP were notified that 46-year-old Leslie Anne Pocha was found deceased at a rural location near her home in Stoner, B.C. The Prince George RCMP Serious Crime Unit, with assistance of the Forensic Identification Section, were called in to investigate. Although foul play is not suspected in the death, the RCMP and the BC Coroners Service continue to investigate. On August 1, the Prince George RCMP received a report that POCHA had not been seen since the evening of Wednesday July 31. Stoner is located approximately 30 kilometres south of Prince George along Highway 97.

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Allan WISHART/Free Press The latest Freeman of the City, Shirley Gratton, took advantage of one of the perks of the title to let Daisy graze on the grass at City Hall on Tuesday morning. It was a promotion for the B.C. Northern Exhibition, which started Thursday, and Gratton says it appears the last time a cow grazed at City Hall was 1914.

Softwood sales continue to grow Delynda Pilon newsroom@pgfreepress.com If there is a good-news economic story this year in B.C., it revolves around softwood lumber. According to Bryan Yu, economist with Central 1 Credit Union, the numbers show a rise in the U.S. housing market is having a positive effect on B.C.’s softwood lumber business. “If we look at the general picture in B.C it’s been a relatively weak year,” Yu said. “But if we see some positive news, it’s primarily in the wood manufacturing and lumber

side of the economy.” The findings, as listed in a report generated by Central 1, state: • Central 1 forecasts annual lumber production in BC to rise about 8 per cent this year and a further 10 per cent in 2014. • While the export volume of softwood lumber shipped internationally did ease in May, year-todate activity was up more than eight per cent overall. • In 2005, million-dollar transactions in Metro Vancouver represented just three per cent of the market; today, homes in that category have skyrocketed to about 13 per cent of the market.

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• The proportion of detached home sales below $500K is now less than 20 per cent of the market, way down from 65 per cent in 2005. “We’ve seen a nice rebound in May in terms of lumber production. It’s been a more positive type of environment this year.” He said comparably, the market is up about four per cent in the first five months of the year. “It’s been a stronger export picture for the lumber side of the economy,” he said. “We’ve seen a lot more shipments to the U.S. as the housing market rebounds. We are seeing more demand for

product out of B.C., and the Japanese demand is growing. Japan is providing a positive boost for the market.” Meanwhile exports to China have hit a plateau. “In recent years there’s been a big increase in demand from China, which provided an offsetting impact to the slow U.S. market in recent years,” he said. “This year Chinese exports flattened a bit relative to last year. This reflects the Chinese economy. It has seen acceleration in economic growth and lower industrial production in terms of growth. This impaired some of the demand for the

economy.” He said a lot of the diversification and increase in trade with the Asia Pacific nations helped the province, but the U.S. housing market is a primary driver for B.C. wood products, “The U.S. housing starts are up about 30 per cent this year from a 2012 gain. In 2014 a 24 per cent gain is expected,” Yu said. “We are diversifying to Asian markets, but recognize our proximity to the U.S. market, and that we look to them as primary driver. “Strong lumber pricing provides another positive benefit for provincial producers.”

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Weekend of fire The Prince George Fire Centre responded to 37 new fires over the long weekend, after multiple lightning systems moved through many areas of the fire centre. The largest of these new fires is at Peta Mountain, about 20 kilometres north of the north shore of Fraser Lake, which was first reported Monday afternoon. The fire grew rapidly and is now estimated at approximately 350 hectares in size. Multiple airtankers worked to establish retardant lines around the fire yesterday. Crews supported by helicopters were on site and heavy equipment arrived over night. Smoke from this fire may be highly visible from many areas including Fort St. James. A fire in the Stony Lake area, about 80 kilometres southeast of Prince George, was first reported overnight on Saturday. Multiple airtankers and helicopters worked on the fire Sunday, and two 20-person unit crews were on site yesterday. One

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20 person unit crew supported by a helicopter is continuing to work to protect forestry values in the area today. The fire is now estimated at approximately 30 hectares in size. Most of the other fires in the fire centre remained small. There are 21 active fires in the Prince George Fire Centre and 20 of these are in southern and western areas. The numerous phone reports received from the public over the long weekend allowed the Wildfire Management Branch to respond to the fires quickly and efficiently, and we thank everyone who took the time to notify us of fire starts. To report a wildfire, or unattended campfire, call *5555 on your cellular phone or toll-free at 1-800 663-5555. In areas southwest of Mackenzie, including Prince George, Vanderhoof and Fort Saint James the fire danger rating is high to extreme. In other areas of the fire centre the danger rating is predominantly moderate to low.

New subdivision almost set Delynda Pilon newsroom@pgfreepress.com A new subdivision on North Nechako, on Sturgeon Road, is just about completed. The final step is to register it, Ken Goss with ReMax City Centre Realty said. “There are 22 building lots, with a few for sale,” Goss noted. “We are going to build some homes in there. We’re going to start first at lot one, and make it

affordable, under $350,000 is our goal. They are nice lots, bigger than what you usually get.” He added a similar home built in a Vancouver neighbourhood would go for $1 million or better. However, to Goss, the big draw in Prince George is the people. “It’s really hard to try to tell people we have the exact same amenities as Vancouver, just not as large. We have affordability, we have the outdoors, but the

best thing we have is the people. “The people are so friendly.” He added these lots are prime. “They are in a really good area with really good soil. It’s not clay, so it has very good drainage,” he said. “It’s next to North Meadows, but North Meadows is 30 or 35 years old. We will have modern houses in style and colour, anywhere from 1,400 to 1,600 square feet with a double garage. If anyone interested has some floor plans, we can build custom homes if they fit on the lot.”

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Chamber says Consider Prince George The Prince George Chamber of following organically,” said Ray. “We will engage Council of BC (IEC-BC) and funded by the Commerce has launched a new locally and utilize extended networks.” Government of Canada and Province of B.C., program aimed at attracting skilled This will be one of several related marketing the Chamber of Commerce was one of 11 workers from the Lower Mainland. activities within the Consider PG campaign. organizations funded through an Employer Consider Prince George is a Overseen by the Immigrant Employment Innovation Fund to develop a project that will community outreach campaign designed to recruit and retain skilled new Canadians and their families from the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island regions of B.C. to the northern capital. It will use immigrants who have built successful work and family lives in Prince George and their families to paint a real picture of the opportunities available for all family members. This multi-media advertising campaign will include TV and print advertising within cultural stations and publications and an extensive online campaign, including social media. “We want to present the benefits of living and working in Prince George in a way that is real and unscripted, focusing on the values of each cultural community and allowing them to consider Prince George as a viable option,” said Christie Ray, Marketing Project Manager for Consider Prince George in a press release. Ray adds a call to action for community members, requesting that individuals look up Consider Prince George on Facebook, click “like,” and invite all their friends to Shoppers check out children’s clothing at the outdoor Farmers Market on Saturday. do the same. “This will allow us to build a

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arriving in Prince George at 6:50 p.m.; out of Prince George, it leaves at 7:20 p.m. arriving into YVR at 8:36 p.m. “This additional service means an additional 40 seats per day between Prince George and Vancouver,” said Prince George Airport Authority President and CEO John Gibson in a press release. “It also gives travelers more choice in terms of flight times.” “One of the reasons we launched WestJet Encore was to provide enhanced service to smaller Canadian communities,” said Robert Palmer, WestJet’s manager of public

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Two people are in custody following a report of a theft in progress in a rural area northwest of Prince George. Just before 3 a.m. on Friday Aug. 2, a resident of Chief Lake Road called police and advised that unknown people with flashlights were filling a pick-up truck with items from his property. The caller stayed on the line and updated police dispatchers as officers were en route. Several General Duty officers arrived on the property as the two suspects were about to depart in the truck. The 43-year-old male driver of the truck exited the vehicle while it was in a forward motion. He attempted to flee on foot, but was apprehended by officers moments later. The 37-yearold female passenger remained in the vehicle. She was taken into custody after the vehicle rolled into two police cruisers and came to a rest. No one was hurt. The lock on the gate to the property had been cut and several items belonging to the owner were located in the suspectsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; vehicle. Further checks with the owner of the Ford F-350 pick-up, found it had been stolen earlier in the night from a car dealership on Queensway in Prince George. The following charges will be recommended to Provincial Crown Counsel by police: â&#x20AC;˘ Break & enter with intent â&#x20AC;˘ Theft over $5,000 â&#x20AC;˘ Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 â&#x20AC;˘ Trespass at night â&#x20AC;˘ Possession of break-in instruments In addition, four breach of condition charges against the male will be recommended.

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1. I think it was a good investment because it was an independent review into what might be possible in cost savings or ways to increase revenue. Once we had looked at the recommendations and council debated the issue, it often reinforced that council was doing the right thing (for example, with Pine Valley). When I voted yes for the core services review, I was confident the city was doing right in most areas, and this wasn’t the first time we had endeavoured to do cost savings. 2. i don’t know that it would have been plausible time-wise for staff to have done the review. I think it’s important to acknowledge that our staff is working

1. Yes, I believe that the Core Service was a good investment. Otherwise we would have not known whether we can do better and if so, to what degree. We would not know whether we are already doing everything as efficiently as possible, or whether there would be room for improvement. It is a common practice in organizations to hire consultants to validate what is being done and/or come with suggestions how it could be done differently. In other words, get an outside opinion, which we always value even in our private lives. 2. Although some of the results of the core review could eventually have been achieved by an in-house analysis, but only if the management of the time would have been willing, prepared and would have had the capacity and knowledge to carry out such an extensive survey and analyze the data, as well as come up with recommendations. So, yes, improvements and efficiency surveys can be done in house. We have to compare it with us as individuals. We can analyze ourselves and possibly change but if we really want to be the best we can be and as healthy as possible, we go to a doctor and get an outside opinion and independent advice. 3. Consequently, if an organization wants to be as good as possible, such a survey/analysis has to be done by an independent body. The good thing is that council at the end decides what can and what should be implemented or not. The result has shown that many recommendations will not be implemented. One further has to consider the cost of the survey versus the potential savings that can be seen already, while the Core Review committee has not even finished its task. If we consider a budget of the city of slightly above $ 100 million, the core review has cost only 0.35 per cent of the budget with long-term savings going into the millions. We should not forget that it comes down to utilizing the tax dollars more efficiently, that are given to city hall in trust. The property taxes over the last 10 years have risen 44 per cent, which is not tolerable and in my opinion not justified. Looking for efficiencies is a natural approach. I am fully behind having the city hall

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1. I definitely believe the core review was an excellent investment in our city and our community. It allowed us to look at our entire operations from top to bottom, and comparable communities. The goal is to be more sustainable, to reach a sustainable user fee system. After the core review we’ve moved dramatically in that direction. The City of Prince George is more sustainable now with the work we’ve done on the core review than before we started. 2. We have phenomenal directors and senior management, excellent staff all COUNCILLOR through the organization. CAMERON STOLZ Unfortunately none have any core review experience, so we needed an outside set of eyes to come in and look at how the city operates. 3. I think the process was fantastic. We did a phenomenal amount of consultation and engagement, before the review, during it and then afterwards we did more work as well. One of the big changes we’ve seen with last report from the core review was recommendations from staff saying to what extent they could implement suggestions. That was led by our new city manager. We have a great new city manager who has experience with core reviews and that’s why the final report that came to council was so phenomenal in presenting business cases for each opportunity. In looking at other benefits, our city’s infrastructure was deteriorating for a long time, and was not being replaced. We were not putting enough aside to properly fund core infrastructure. Now we are. Within two years we will be properly funding our utilities, our water and sewer. A new storm water utility is coming. We’ve moved significantly closer to properly funding paving. This all happened because of core review. Council has been very consistent on messaging around the fact we want to find better efficiencies and see what can be done better within the city Council has made a lot of difficult decisions, and there are still some to be made. Ultimately it’s about trying to prevent the City of Prince George from ending up one of those cases like Detroit and i think core review moves us in dramatically in right direction.

operation checked by an outside institution. At the end it is all about the tax payer, who will be better off if someone

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full-out. To take on another huge project like this, that I think would have been impossible, though I did think they could do just as good a job. We have to know a lot of the ideas generated at the CSR were not new ideas. But they were brought together and put in one document, 3. The CSR is a decent COUNCILLOR piece of work. It has alMURRY KRAUSE lowed council to look at a lot of areas, including philosophical.

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The city’s core service review, a gruelling piece of work that resulted in over 100 suggestions from KPMG to improve the finances of the city in a number of different ways, has been the root of a lot of controversy. Now that the process is nearing completion, many wonder if the results were worth the investment. So how does city council, your elected representatives, feel about the process? The Free Press asked each councillor as well as Mayor Shari Green the same set of questions and has been staggering their responses over a number of issues. 1. Do you still believe the Core Service Review was a good investment? Why or why not? 2. Could the same goal have been reached if the CSR was done completely by staff? Many residents say this would have been a less expensive option. In your opinion, would it have been plausible time- wise? Is there a ballpark dollar figure that can be attached to the review, if it had been done by staff? 3. In retrospect is there anything you would have changed about the process? If so, what?

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Failing to comply gets jail, fines In Provincial Court in Prince George on June 20: Daymond M. Ryder was found guilty of driving with a suspended licence, sentenced to 30 days in jail, fined $500, assessed a victim surcharge of $75 and prohibited from driving for two years. Ryder was also found guilty of three counts of theft of property with a value less than $5,000, sentenced to five months in jail and placed on probation for 12 months. Brent Williams was found guilty of possession of a break-in instrument and trespassing at night, sentenced to one day in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $50. Sandra Astle was

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found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000 and placed on probation for 12 months. Astle was also found guilty of two counts of failing to comply with a probation order and received a conditional sentence of 45 days. Merle L. Charlie was found guilty of assault, sentenced to 21 days in jail, placed on probation for one year and assessed a victim surcharge of $50. Harry Massettoe was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to 25 days in jail. Daniel J. Snyder was found guilty of assault, sentenced to 60 days in jail to be served on an intermittent basis and placed on probation until the expiration of the jail sentence. In Provincial Court June 21: Jesse T. Hallman was found guilty of operating a motor vehicle while impaired, fined $1,000, assessed a victim surcharge of $150 and prohibited from driving for one year. Hallman was also found guilty of driving while prohibited, fined $500, assessed a victim surcharge of $75 and prohibited from driving for one year. Hallman was also found guilty of driving without due care and attention, fined $500 and assessed a victim surcharge of $75. Aaron J. Morin was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to 20

days in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $50. Zachary R. Roy was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, fined $500 and assessed a victim surcharge of $75. In Provincial Court June 24: Steven D. McMaster was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, fined $250 and assessed a victim surcharge of $50. Margaret L. York was found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking and two counts of theft of property with a value less than $5,000, sentenced to 39 days in jail and placed on probation for one year. In Provincial Court in Prince George on June 25: Michael G.W. Berdine was found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000, placed on probation for six months and assessed a victim surcharge of $50. Jared B. Switzer was found guilty of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, sentenced to 117 days in jail, placed on probation for one year and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years. Switzer was also found guilty of two counts of theft of property with a value less than $5,000, sentenced to 90 days in jail, placed on probation for one year and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years.

In Provincial Court June 26: Gerard A. Castonguay was found guilty of operating a motor vehicle with a blood-alcohol reading over .08, fined $1,500 and prohibited from driving for two years. Castonguay was also found guilty of driving while prohibited, fined $500, assessed a victim surcharge of $75 and prohibited from driving for two years. Darcy Desjarlais was found guilty of robbery, sentenced to 90 days in jail to be served on an intermittent basis, placed on probation for 12 months, assessed a victim surcharge of $100 and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years. Kaleb D. Gilbertson was found guilty of obbery, sentenced to 90 days in jail to be served on an intermittent basis, placed on probation for 12 months, assessed a victim surcharge of $100 and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years. James R. Purcell was found guilty of assault, sentenced to 30 days in jail and prohibited from possessing firearms for five years. Ashley S.L. Sampson was found guilty of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, placed on probation for 12 months and prohibited from possessing firearms for five years. Sampson was also found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking or recognizance and sentenced to one day in jail.

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Prince George is running out of CEOs To heck with attracting skilled labour to the North, we need CEOs. The turnover in chief executive officers in Prince George lately has been rather incredible. And we started with a high profile one. Derek Bates left the city manager’s job last year and has been replaced by Beth James. However, in the spring the flurry of CEO exits started with great abandon. First up was Terry McConnachie at the British Columbia Northern Exhibition, who moved over to the Prince George Construction Association. Her job at the former PGX was taken over by Angela Cunningham in April but then Cunningham resigned in June. The BCNE, which started yesterday, will wait until the annual fair is over before starting another search. WRITER’S BLOCK Also in June, Jennifer Brandle-McCall BILLPHILLIPS announced she was stepping down as CEO of the Prince George Chamber of Commerce. The chamber has formed an executive search committee and has now posted the job. Shortly after Brandle-McCall announced her resignation from the chamber, YMCA of Prince George CEO Mark Miller announced he is leaving. The YMCA is also currently in the process of finding a replacement. Then another shocker in July when Tourism PG CEO Aidan Kelly announced he is leaving the city. Also in July, Spirit of the North Health Care Foundation CEO, Jessica Aldred, who had been in the position about a year, announced she was leaving. The Spirit of the North board appointed

Judy Neiser as CEO. Neiser joined Spirit of the North earlier this year after leaving the Prince George Community Foundation. And, technically not a CEO, but Chief Librarian Allan Wilson left the city to move up the hill to UNBC. Getting dizzy yet? While some, like Wilson, McConnachie and Neiser, have simply moved to other jobs in the city, Brandle-McCall, Miller, and Kelly have left the Prince George workforce … at least for now. To top it off, back over at the city James has started the search for a director of communications. This is a new job, sort of. Mike Davis ran the city’s communications department when Dan Rogers was mayor. He joined the 2015 Canada Winter Games shortly before the last election. Rather than fill the position, the new council elected on a mandate of cutting costs at city hall, divvied up the duties and shuffled most of the job over to Chris Bone. Now the position is back, in a larger capacity. What ties these jobs together is that they are all high-profile jobs in the community. The people in these positions are often in the news (some more than others), but they are faces that we see on a regular basis. There is no rhyme or reason for all of these high-profile positions coming open in a short period of time. There is no connection. Each person had their own reasons for deciding to move on. It’s just rather incredible that so many came all at once. What it means is that a good part of the public face of the community is about to change. It means that if you’re looking for a good, high-profile job where you can make a difference in your community, there’s lots of opportunity here right now. For the organizations looking to fill some of these positions, it means there’s competition. And, of course, the big question … is this it? Or, who’s next?

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ctor George Takei has started a petition to have the Sochi Olympic Games moved from Russia to Canada. U.S. President Barack Obama has cancelled a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. While Obama’s reasons for cancelling the summit are many, one of them is Russia’s crackdown on civil rights … namely new laws that almost make homosexuality a crime. Takei, a well-known gay rights activist, has that as a specific reason for wanting the Olympics moved from that country. Foreign Affairs Minister has John Baird denounced Russia’s controversial new anti-gay law as hateful. Kudos to Baird, Takei and Obama for taking a stand. It’s time, however, that the International Olympic Committee took a stand. Too often the powers-that-be hold their nose and look the other way when dealing with countries rife with human rights abuses. Or, they rationalize that in doing business with such countries, the abusers will see the folly of their ways and change. That simply doesn’t happen. When it comes to the Olympics, the IOC is the first to tout itself as a worldwide organization touting inclusiveness, etc. In fact, the second principle stated in the Olympic Charter reads: “The goal of Olympism is to place sport at the service of the harmonious development of humankind, with a view to promoting a peaceful society concerned with the preservation of human dignity.” The sixth principle in the charter reads: “Any form of discrimination with regard to a country or a person on grounds of race, religion, politics, gender or otherwise is incompatible with belonging to the Olympic Movement.” So what does the International Olympic Committee have to say about Russia instituting homophobic laws? “The International Olympic Committee is clear that sport is a human right and should be available to all regardless of race, sex or sexual orientation. The Games themselves should be open to all, free of discrimination, and that applies to spectators, officials, media and of course athletes. We would oppose in the strongest terms any move that would jeopardize this principle. “As you know, this legislation has just been passed into law and it remains to be seen whether and how it will be implemented, particularly as regards the Games in Sochi. As a sporting organization, what we can do is to continue to work to ensure that the Games can take place without discrimination against athletes, officials, spectators and the media. To that end, the IOC has received assurances from the highest level of government in Russia that the legislation will not affect those attending or taking part in the Games.” In other words, hold your nose and dive right in. It’s time that those who claim the moral high ground actually earn it.

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hey’re called smartphones but the way some people use them is anything but smart, giving us all legitimate cause for concern about public safety. A new poll that shows that 64 per cent of adults in B.C. own a smartphone also reveals, more disturbingly, that about 18 per cent of those who do consider themselves “strongly addicted to the device.” Predictably, the majority who placed themselves in that particular category describe their addiction as “manageable.” It’s a rare addict, after all, who acknowledges his or her addiction — whatever it is — is galloping out of control. That all changes, of course, when the addict is faced with incontrovertible evidence — usually some severe crisis or tragedy — that calls for an immediate change in behaviour. The question is, should we, as a society, be expected to pay the price of such a crisis or tragedy? Particularly when it’s something like an accident caused by driving without due care and attention? Smartphones offer entertainment and information

through a multitude of apps, and they have very practical uses in terms of communication, particularly in emergencies, that have, so far, merely scratched the surface of their potential. But it’s no news they also function as a distraction. According to the recent poll, those who describe themselves as addicted estimate they spend an average of 2.5 of their waking hours staring at their diminutive keypads and screens. If that 2.5 hours were spent in one block of time, it might be a different matter but it’s spread throughout the day, usually while the users are multi-tasking in some way. We should all be more aware of the imminent dangers such devices present and to make sure that we are actually controlling them — not the other way around. The human animal is flawed and there is always the temptation to make just one short call, check one detail, complete a half-finished text or glance at that incoming message. A quick look, a few more words, just this once — who could it hurt? The answer is not only ourselves but many others, too. – Peace Arch News

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Getting them wrong When we were kids, me and my brother Rolly made up these two music games. In the first, you gave three substantial (not ‘the’ or ‘where’) words in a song you were certain you both know. The other person gets three chances to guess it. The other was more fun. I was certain I knew lyrics better than Rolly. He was double dog certain he knew them better than me. So we’d sing along with whatever song was playing, carefully watching the other’s mouth as we sang (and it had to be loud), until someone screwed up. Of course, being older and wiser (and generally cuter) I LIFEINTHEFATLANE always won. Rolly, being a bit (hah! a lot) DELYNDAPILON of that type a alpha dog kind of a guy (well, teen back then), did not take losing lightly. He often called me a cheat. I would take the high road, remind him he was a sore loser, and generally rub my big win in. Then, after a bit of heckling, we’d go again. Oh, by the way, sometimes I was cheating. And you know, sometimes when I listen to those same songs today I’m surprised at the words. Really surprised. For instance, I knew my cousin Ben had it all wrong when he thought a certain song of the day said ‘I went to a party, trippin’ on acid’. I argued with him over and over

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Sleepless in Prince George no way to live And there ain’t no cure for the showing.) summertime blues. So the past few weeks have been Eddie Cochran co-wrote the tough on me. It’s not so bad at song and took it to the Top 10, work, because my desk is set well then Alan Jackson made it a back in the building, away from Number One country any windows where song. the sun’s heat can hit And right now, a me directly. lot of people in Prince The problem comes George are probably when I have to go feeling it for a differhome at the end of the ent reason, including day. First, my car has me. been sitting outside all You see, I don’t do day, most of the time heat very well. My in the direct rays of the feeling has always sun. That means I have been that I don’t mind sometimes started cold, because you can ALLAN’S AMBLINGS driving home with ALLANWISHART only a couple of fingers always put on an extra layer of clothing if on the steering wheel you need to. But with the heat, you because it’s so hot (at least until can only take off so many layers the air conditioning kicks in). before the decency police show up. Then I get home, to a basement (In my case, that’s if any more than apartment which faces west. I find about 10 square inches of skin is the sun itself isn’t that big a prob-

lem, since it doesn’t shine directly into my apartment for very long. But it’s just the heat itself. I turn the fan on beside the chair in the living room while I’m reading in the evening, and it makes things bearable. Then I go to bed and turn the fan at the foot of the bed on, and try to get to sleep. A lot of nights it’s tough, partly because (as I’ve mentioned before) I’ve had occasional trouble sleeping for the past couple of years. The fan simply blows slightly cooler air over me, because even if it was up in front of the window, the air outside is so hot I don’t think I would want it being brought into the room. So I lie there some nights, with slightly cooler air blowing over me in spurts. If I turn the fan up to the higher speed, the air doesn’t get much cooler, but the noise of the fan does increase.

I try sleeping with my head at the foot of the bed, closer to the fan, but it’s obviously louder there, and I also can’t hear the clock radio set to play for 30 minutes to help relax me. So even though I don’t spend a lot of time outside these days, I definitely have the summertime blues. Where Are The Women? Country Weekly magazine recently had an issue featuring its picks for the 50 greatest songs of summer. When I saw the issue on the newsstand, I figured it was strange that all 12 of the people pictured on the cover were men. It wasn’t. There are two songs by groups which have female singers, Little Big Town and Lady Antebellum, and five songs by sole female artists - Ashton Shepherd, Pam Tillis, Faith Hill, Taylor Swift and

Gretchen Wilson. The rest of the top 50 - 43 songs - are by male artists or male groups. I’m not saying I’m disagreeing with their choices. I haven’t thought enough about what other songs I would have chosen to put on the list, but something about that ratio just doesn’t sound right. Especially when you turn to the top singles chart at the back of the same issue and find five solo female artists and the same two groups represented in the Top 30. So that’s seven out of 30 in one week, but only seven out of 50 in the history of country music? (OK, history might be stretching it, but they do go back to 1977 for Glen Campbell’s Southern Nights.) Sort of strange. I may have to do some thinking on that the next time is still 25 at 10 p.m. and I can’t get to sleep.

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Yarn and a Movie Sunday at Top Drawer Top Drawer Yarn Studio above Books and Company on Third Avenue facilitates monthly yarn socials where knitters and crocheters gather and have fun. Join in the group’s August Yarn and a Movie Social which takes place on Sunday, August 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. Inquiries may be directed to topdraweryarn@yahoo.ca or phone 250596-9276.

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coming to P.G. Prince George Motors brings the original Mantracker, Terry Grant, to Prince George for a fundraiser and appearance at Books and Company on Third Avenue. The television star will be stopping by Cafe Voltaire in Books and Company for a couple of hours on Sunday, August 18 starting at 1 p.m. for a book signing/meet and greet. Check out his new book on local bookstore shelves.

Celtic Thunder return to CN Centre Irish singing group Celtic Thunder performs on their Mythology tour at CN Centre on Thursday, Sept.12. They are known for their eclectic mix of songs ranging from Irish songs to international hits. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Show is at 7:30 p.m. Concert tickets are on sale at all Ticketmaster locations including CN Centre box office.

Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com Not a dance but an album, the release of Foxtrot has set the pace for singer songwriter Jasper Sloan Yip as his alt, folk, pop-rock band tours Canada this summer. Yip spoke to the Free Press on Tuesday during a pit-stop en route to Haida Gwaii where they perform before heading to Prince George for an August 13 play date at Artspace. “We – our five piece- band – have our good friend Skye Wallace on the road with us. She’s going to open up with a violin and cello performance about the Canadian landscape in all its different forms – she’s very cool.” The band just played the annual Artswell Festival in Wells, where Yip reports the weather, like the audience, was “great..” A self-taught “natural” musician, Yip first performed in 2007 on a stage he built in his own backyard.

“[Making music] was just something I always did at home in my bedroom.” Since then, it has been a whirlwind of public appearances, recordings and collecting awards and fanfare for his work. “I hope that we’re only getting started,” he said. Indeed, the artist is already planning for his next release. “When we get back to Vancouver I think we are going to get started on our new music right away. Hopefully I want to do a four or five song EP and put it out about this time next year. We’ve got some new stuff that we’re working on that I’m kind of excited about.” Has the tour so far given him inspiration for new material? “Well, it sort of tightens all the screws,” he says. “We’re playing such a variety of shows, from bars to concerts to festivals so we have to be flexible with our music.” That means often tailoring the show to the crowd. “The feedback from our album has

been pretty good. We released [Foxtrot] at the Media Club in Vancouver about three weeks ago room to a capacity crowd and I’ve been hearing lots of nice things about it. I only get sent the good ones (he laughs) though, I try not to read anything else.” After playing Prince George, the band heads off to the prairie provinces before making their way to Ontario. They finish up the tour in their hometown of Vancouver. In 2010, Yip released Every Day and All at Once with songs charting on CBC Radio 3. The artist has also appeared on network television and on showcases and festivals all over Canada. For more information and free previews, visit www.jaspersloanyip.com. Jasper Sloan Yip appears at Artspace, above Books and Company, on August 13. Concert starts at 8 p.m. Special guest Skye Wallace. Tickets for the concert are $12 ($15 at the door) available at Books and Company on Third Avenue.

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Tumbler Ridge is a town of just under 3,000 tucked in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The community is barely 30 years old, and while it’s a resource town that relies heavily on mining for local employment, tourism also provides a boost to the community. Situated northwest of Prince George, nearly 400 kilometres by highway, Tumbler Ridge is part of the Peace River Regional District. Since it’s a northern community located off the main highway between Prince George and Dawson Creek, there isn’t a lot that draws residents of B.C.’s Northern Capital to Tumbler Ridge. But what Tumbler Ridge offers visitors is an outdoor adventurer’s paradise. If you enjoy hiking, you’ll be impressed. The region challenges hiking enthusiasts with its abundance of trails over mountains and waterfalls. Tumbler Ridge also holds an annual music festival that’s going to be the focus of the remainder of this column. On the weekend, I attended the 12th annual Grizfest Music Festival. The event showed off a variety of music genres: country, pop, classic rock and Alistair McINNIS/Free Press more. A total of 10 performing acts hit Country musician George Canyon was the headliner for the first day of the 2013 Grizfest Music Festival, Saturday in Tumbler the stage on Saturday and Sunday. Battle Ridge. of the Bands and vocal talent competitions preceded the festival on Friday to please the spectators who lined near the stage. While a large part of Grizfest, the If you haven’t visited Tumbler evening. music wasn’t everything. Ridge and are interested in making Country musician George Canyon highlighted Wide Mouth Mason didn’t do anything fancy on stage. But as somebody who grew up in the The festival included a parade, the trip next summer, I suggest you a Saturday lineup that included Alyssa Reid, the 90s, and an individual who enjoys their blues golf tournament, horseshoe tourna- choose Grizfest for your first visit. Real McKenzies, Holly Woods & Toronto, and rock style, I appreciated their set and the sound ment, pancake breakfast, children’s Even if you don’t enjoy all of the Prince George’s own Rick Stavely. Day 2 of the of lead vocalist Shaun Verreault’s voice. As for games, food vendors and helicopter music, you’ll be impressed if you festival on Sunday wrapped up with a perforenjoy hiking and mountain scenery. mance by Canadian electronic music band Drag- Sweet, they may have had the most fun on stage. tours. They had fans jumping and waving their arms onette. Sunday included sets by Kira Isabella, and, when it became clear that what’s arguably Sweet, Wide Mouth Mason and the Walking their biggest hit wasn’t part of the regular set, Shadows. Overall, I enjoyed the festival. I wasn’t thrilled Sweet had many of the festival supporters in a frenzy when they returned for a one-song encore with the way the event ended, but that feeling of Ballroom Blitz. would’ve been different if I was more interested in Dragonette’s style of music. The acts I found the most enjoyable were Canyon, the Real McKenzies, Wide Mouth Mason and Sweet. Canyon’s show Saturday night seemed to go over well with the crowd. It may seem easy to please a blue-collar town when your country music set includes covers of Johnny Cash and a version of Stompin’ Tom Connors’ The Good the Old Hockey Game. He and his band got spectators involved as men competed against women to see who could sing Cash’s Ring of Fire the loudest. The women won. and you automatically But I give Canyon, a native of Pictou County, N.S., credit for his regular interaction with the crowd. He told stories of love, friendship and heartbreak. He paid tribute to the Canadian military. He recognized the cleanup efforts for flood victims in High River, Alta. – he and wife Jennifer started an initiative known as Team FFIVE IVE FFINGER INGER Canyon Cleanup to offer assistance – a community that’s come together since devastating floods hit the southern Alberta region in June. He encouraged spectators attending his perforTOUR DE NORTH mance to support the cause. Dawson Creek – Fort St John – Hudson Hope – The Real McKenzies were a unique group. Chetwynd – Powder King - Mackenzie – Bear Lake – They’re a Canadian Celtic punk band that had a bagpiper on stage. Their upbeat tempo seemed SEPT. 25 Prince George – Hixon – Quesnel – Williams Lake

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Comics will bring laughs to Artspace Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com Two homegrown comics will take the stage for double the laughs at Artspace on August 17. Brian Majore and Chris Gaskin will perform their stand-up comedy routines and audiences may hear their own laughter on a live recording to be released in the fall. Both comedians do a kind of self-deprecating humour that appeals to a wide audience. What makes them stand out in the world of competitive stand up comedy? Majore, 43, has found his comedy niche poking fun at real-life experiences, including his time spent as a First Nations student studying at UNBC. Gaskin gets laughs for his “small” jokes. “I became a father the same year I started out in comedy,” Majore told the Free Press on Tuesday. “My daughter was born just after my first professional performance. She’s 10 now, so she and my career have kind of

grown up together.” Besides the fodder coming from his role as a father, Majore says his time at university has given him a wealth of comedy material. “We took a course called Indigenous Humour in all its forms; stories, radio shows, songs, novels and stand-up comedy. At the end of the course, instead of a final exam, we all had to do a performance. “I told a couple of stories – I got A+ in the course and 20 out of 20 for the stage performance. People told me that I should keep on doing this for a living.” So he did. And Majore has not looked back. Cree First Nations comedian Don Burnsdick (of his highly acclaimed show, You Might Be a Redskin, Healing Through Native Humour) advised him to work the Native Conference Circuit. He took that advice. “I get to travel all over Canada on the circuit doing my comedy routine. At the time that I first met him, Don Burnsdick was one of the only native comics around. So he became my

role model.” Majore went from making a few of his friends laugh to making whole crowds of people laugh. When he comes to Prince George, however, the comic will not just be making people laugh. The Artspace venue with its intimate setting will also double as a recording studio when the comic puts together his live debut CD: The Photo submitted Bloody Savage. Brian Majore and Chris Gaskin will be at Artspace August 17 for two stand-up comedy From his home in shows. Tickets are available at Books and Company. Vancouver, Gaskin says he’s been on a the go ahead, it was for PGX idea to barbecue out on his mour because I joke about “serious” comedy path for Idol and he ended up doing balcony..... and carry him being small.But that’s just a about five years now. The both comedy and song, “The out of the fiery building.’ small part of it [excuse the former Prince George resiBest of Both Worlds.” This [comedy] is something pun}. I talk about things like dent says his first real comRelocating to Vancouver I could do.” relationships and religion – edy gig was for the PGX. was a good career move, he What is his personal style but in the punchline, I make “I’ve always been a real says. or schtick? fun of myself.” fan of comedy. I would have “Vancouver has so much “You have to know how Comics who make their to say my career got off to more stage time for comedi- to command a crowd,” said living making fun of audia start in a funny way. I wanted to perform at the ex- ans. There are so many more Gaskin. “Maybe because I’m ence members are not his or opportunities to perform a smaller guy, I tend to be Majore’s brand of humour, hibition and they asked me your routine there, so there’s a little more aggressive on he says. if I had 15 minutes. I said more development time. stage. Hand me a micro“Insult comics like Don yes. I had about two. I only This week I was on stage phone – and there I go.” Rickles get laughs by going had one joke. I’m a small several times, four times Where does his material out into the audience and guy and where I had more than 20 come from? Both from real picking on people but I don’t the joke minutes on stage. life and from hyperbole of do that. I’m actually the vicwas about “I want comics in P.G. to actual events, he says. tim at the end of my joke.” my trip to realize they can put on their “I did a joke the other Stand-up comics Brian Disneyown show, not just do the night about walking home Majore and Chris Gaskin land and seven minutes before the from the 7-Eleven when I will be at Artspace above how the headliner.” heard people arguing about Books and Company for only ride This career path is unlike whether or not I was a two shows Saturday, August I could go midget. I could have been 17 at 8 p.m. and at 10 p.m. on was the many others, he said. “I never looked at offended but I thought, ‘Hey, Doors open at 7 p.m. It’s a Small firefighters and thought, I could probably use this.’ Each comedian performs World ‘I could do that. I could “I guess people would call for about 45 minutes. Tickride.” lift that 300-pound man what I do in my comedy ets are available at Books When routine self-deprecating huand Company. Gaskin got who decided it was a good

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Setting the Stage is a girl-focused and girl-driven project, addressing the issues of under representation requiring community awareness and action. During the Inspire Action exhibit, there will be a dialogue between the young women participants and community members. The opening is on Wednesday, August 21 at the Prince George Public Library, Bob Harkins Branch, Keith Gordon Room. The exhibition runs until August 29 during regular library hours.

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On the weekend in Duncan, the Prince George IDL Midget Knights won their second consecutive Midget AA provincial title. For winning the 2013 BC Minor Baseball Association title, the Knights advance to Western Canadians later this month in Swift Current, Sask.

RUNNER-UP Ultramarathon runner Jeff Hunter ﬁnished second among soloists at this year’s Canadian Death Race, held over the weekend in Grande Cache, Alta. Other Prince George soloists were Reid Roberts (eighth), Aaron Bond (16th) and Steve Staves (37th).

Knights aiming for B.C. baseball title on home field Alistair McInnis sports@pgfreepress.com The Prince George LTN Contracting Knights may not have entered the tournament as favourites. But the host team didn’t expect to be out of place at the 2013 BC Minor Baseball Association Peewee AAA provincial championship, which began Thursday and wraps up Sunday at Spruce City Stadium. “I honestly believe that there’s seven or eight teams that have a chance to win that tournament,” Knights coach Jim Swanson said earlier this week. “There’s a lot of parity in peewee AAA.” Swanson listed the Cloverdale Spurs, White Rock Tritons and Abbotsford Angels as the three strongest squads on the schedule. The 10-team competition is rounded out by the Aldergrove Dodgers, Nanaimo Pirates, Victoria Eagles Red, Vancouver Minor, Chilliwack Cougars and Rutland Rockies. “I think people are really going to be surprised at the level of play that they’re going to see between the teams that are here,” Swanson said. “There are some outstanding young baseball players and the next Justin Morneau and the next Jeff Francis and those kind of guys, somebody from this tournament will go on to play in the Major Leagues, I guarantee you that.” The Knights are in five-team Pool A with Cloverdale, Victoria, Aldergrove and Nanaimo. They opened their schedule on Thursday at noon against Victoria. They play twice today, at 2 p.m. against Cloverdale and 8 p.m. against Aldergrove. Their

round robin schedule wraps up on Saturday at 3 p.m. against Nanaimo. First- and second-place teams will meet in crossover semifinals, with the winners meeting in the championship final, slated for Sunday at 2 p.m. The Knights will have home-field advantage, which means more community support. They get to sleep in their own beds and play in front of a hometown crowd. Although they don’t normally play at Spruce City Stadium, they got a taste of the host ballpark in June during a four-game set against the Vernon Canadians. Spruce City Stadium is the home of Prince George men’s fastball, and has taken on a slightly different look for this weekend’s baseball tournament. This is the first major event at the stadium with a mound installed. “It’s got great seating. If people want to sit in the open they can do that. If they want to sit down the lines, they can do that. If they want to sit under cover, they can do that,” Swanson said. “The music will be going, the announcing will be going, the scoreboard lights up. We’re going to play a game under the lights.” A coaches’ meeting on Wednesday evening preceded the tournament. Opening ceremonies, a barbecue and skills competition unfolded on Thursday. The tournament is for 2000- and 2001-born players, although there’s at least one 2002-born participant competing as an underager. Admission is free and the concession will be running all weekend.

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WORLD BASEBALL CHALLENGE

DEFENDING THE TITLE

Free Press file photo Team Cuba, seen here celebrating its 2011 World Baseball Challenge title at Citizen Field, may enter this year’s tournament as the favourites. But they’ll be challenged by four other teams, including the U.S., which captured the 2009 title.

Alistair McInnis sports@pgfreepress.com The first event in 2009 set the stage. The sequel in 2011 raised the bar. What does the third World Baseball Challenge in Prince George have in store? If the lineup of teams is any indication, spectators may witness the best tournament of its kind. You won’t have to wait long to find out. Opening Pitch for the 2013 tournament is on Tuesday. “This one shapes up as a better competitive tournament, better quality of teams and the logistics planning and organization is significantly stronger than it’s been in the past,” WBC co-chair Jim Swanson says. Headlining the lineup of teams is the defending champions from Cuba. Canada, the U.S., Chinese Taipei and Japan round out the field of teams. The five-team competition opens with a battle between the host Canadians and Americans, Tuesday at 7 p.m. The event is scheduled to conclude nine days later with the championship game, Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. “There’s a lot of pride on the line. When you’re playing for your flag, all bets are off,” Swanson says. “Five out of the top six ranked countries in the world are here at this tournament.” Momentum has built since late June when organizers, facing a budget deficit, considered cancelling the event. More sponsors came on board, and then they discovered the Bahamas wouldn’t be fielding a team. Both were factors in helping the committee enter the tournament in a more favourable financial position. With the loss of the Bahamas, organizers adjusted the tournament schedule. Instead of teams meeting each other once, they’ll each play six round robin games. That means they’ll see two teams twice before the tournament shifts to the playoffs on Aug. 21. The Canadians will see the U.S. and Japan twice. The tournament has a total of 19 games, 15 round robin and four playoff/medal contests. Other than Opening Day, each

day will feature a pair of games, at 3 p.m. Organizers have scheduled a volunteer is a month where a lot of people return,” he and 7 p.m. Championship day on Aug. 22 primer and committee meeting for Sunday says. “July is a very busy vacation month includes a bronze medal game. at Citizen Field to iron out last-minute around here. I think August is a kind of The teams are fully committed and the details. month where people are back here enjoying tournament appears to be on solid financial Swanson expects the excitement will con- Prince George.” ground. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t a tinue building over the next few days. Information on tickets and team rosters is lot of work ahead. “I think one thing people forget is August also online at worldbaseball.ca. While the committee will be focusing on all aspects of preparation, two areas in particular they’ll be looking at this weekend are volunteers and groundskeeping. Organizers have been pushing for more volunteers. They The Stoke City Football Club - High Performance Camp will encourage people to show their support. For each game be open to players aged 10-16 years. an individual volunteers, he/ PGYSA she will get a ticket to another STOKE CITY COACHING STAFF: FUN SOCCER contest (Aug. 22 championship game excluded). SUMMER CAMPS MICK MURPHY They welcome help in a (AGES 7-12) variety of areas. Anybody WAYNE ALLERTON interested can go online to AT THE PRINCE A WARREN LEAT worldbaseball.ca and click on GEORGE volunteers for information. ROTARY ROTA T RY FIELDS. “Our volunteers are people U10-16 BOYS who are proud of this comMONDAY – FRIDAY, MONDAY, AUGUST 19 - FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 munity and proud of what we AUGUST 26-30 | have here, and proud of what 9:00AM -11:00AM | COST: $150 we can showcase,” Swanson COST: $ $180.00 says. “They want to go above GIRLS 10-16 and beyond when it comes to GROUP 1: AGES 7-9 MONDAY, AUGUST 19 - FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 hospitality and hosting and (GIRLS A AND BOYS) just community spirit, and we 8:30AM TO 2:30PM 1:00PM -3:00PM | COST: $150 have a lot of people.” As for for the grounds, crews GROUP 2: AGES 10-12 have started on-site work (GIRLS AND BOYS) SUMMER SOCCER OCCER CAMPS SPO SPONSORED BY: at Citizen Field. Scaffolding 10:00AM TO 4:00PM was put in place last month, with bleachers being moved in on Monday and Tuesday. Although some work has been done, clean-up and field preparation will move into high gear this weekend. “There’s a lot of logistics around getting this field ready, FREE COACHES CLINIC – TUE. & THURS. from getting the tarp back out AUGUST 20 & 22, 6PM TO 8PM AT THE ROTARY SOCCER FIELDS on the field and ready to roll in case it does rain, to getting the FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION: warning track and the bullpens WWW.PGYSA.BC.CA OR PHONE 250-564-5900 back in order,” Swanson says.

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Pegues wins Masters boxing title Alistair McInnis sports@pgfreepress.com Bob Pegues had only one boxing match at the 13th Annual Ringside World Championships. He made the most of it. On Saturday in Missouri, Pegues defeated Marvin Cordova in a 165 lb. Masters match. With Mickey Sims of Salmon Arm at his corner, Pegues was presented the belt as a Ringside World champion. “I knew that to win it, I had to wear him down so basically that’s what I did,” Pegues said on Tuesday after returning to Prince George. “I made sure I tired him out and halfway through the second, it started to pay off. He started to really falter.” Pegues, a 59-year-old who stands 5-foot-6, is shorter and older than Cordova. He noted that Cordova is 54 years old and stands five or six inches taller. In the fitness department, Pegues may have had the edge. “I won that fight because I was definitely fitter,” he said. Pegues’ patience was tested before Saturday’s tilt with Cor-

dova. At an orientation a few days before, he learned that more than 20 boxers entered the division for Masters, between the ages of 45 and 73. Masters rules state that boxers within five years in age can box against each other. Pegues was fairly optimistic he’d box Thursday, Friday and Saturday. After Thursday morning’s weigh-ins, he discovered he wouldn’t be boxing later that day. On Friday he found out he’d be boxing Cordova, but that it would be a one-match showdown for the division title. Pegues, the Inner City Boxing Club head coach, only had one opponent due to his experience. While his victory over Sims at Night of the Champions at the Northern Sport Centre in May was his only previous Masters tilt, and first carded match in 38 years, he boxed a lot in his teens and early 20s in Nanaimo. Since his victory in May over Sims, a two-time World Masters champion, Pegues has continued training regularly. He began preparing for his return to the ring last September, and the bug to box has returned since then. Looking ahead to the 2013-14

season, Pegues plans to continue training with the intent to enter more matches. He’s interested in putting on another show in Prince George next May or June. “As long as it’s fun, I’m going to keep doing it.” The Ringside World Championships took place in Independence, a suburb of Kansas City. The international competition had a lot of matches, Pegues noting that about 1,400 boxers entered with six rings used for bouts. While Pegues is back in Prince George, one of his Inner City boxers leaves on another national team assignment this month. Boxing Canada elite A team member Kenny Lally is scheduled to compete at the Elite Men’s Continental Championship from Aug. 29 to Sept. 2 in Chile. Before making that trip, Lally will participate in a week-long national team training camp. He’s scheduled to arrive in Montreal on Aug. 18 for the camp. The Continental event represents a qualifier for the AIBA (International Boxing Association) World Championships, scheduled for Oct. 11 to 27 in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

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Hopson tops field in golf tourney Alistair McInnis sports@pgfreepress.com Keenan Hopson is this year’s Men’s Simon Fraser Open champion. The 29-year-old Prince George product shot a three-round 214 (71, 72, 71) on the weekend to win the tournament by two strokes. A two-stroke victory shows the competition was close. Hopson entered Monday’s final round tied with Will Gilbert, the golfers each carding 143 scores through two rounds. Hopson, Gilbert and Jason Howse were in the final threesome. Howse was two strokes back entering the last day. “I wasn’t pulling away at all. I was losing the lead,” Hopson said. “Jason was coming in, on (Hole Number) 16 he was coming in strong and he pulled to within one.” The Prince George Golf and Curling Club’s annual three-round championship tournament had been held later in August in past years. But Men’s Simon Fraser Open organizers pulled it back to the August long weekend in 2012, a move made to free up space for the Prince George Cougars Alumni Hospital Charity Golf Tournament. With the inaugural Cougars’ tournament completed nearly a year ago, the second edition of the event is set for Aug. 15 and 16. The dog days of summer often include the highest temperatures of the year. The August long weekend was no exception, with golfers hitting the

links in the high 20s. Although some golfers enjoy playing in the heat, it presented challenges for Hopson. “My hands sweat quite a bit,” he said. As for his final round, Hopson said he was inconsistent on the greens. “I was hitting my irons fairly well, but my putting was on and off.” Hopson said the weekend title was his first since winning the Simon as a 14-year-old junior 15 years ago. For Gilbert, a regular participant in the tournament, the quest for his first Men’s Simon Fraser Open victory continues. He’s been in the running on more than a few occasions. In last year’s event, he ended up third, only one stroke out of a firstplace tie. Blair Anderson defeated Shaun Lees in a playoff. Gilbert has entered a dozen Simon tournaments. “I’m jinxed on this tournament,” he said. “I’ve been in the final group like two, three years in a row.” One hole haunted Gilbert on Monday. He carded a quadruple bogey on the Par 3 third. “It was pretty steady, just lots of pars and stuff like that,” he said. “I was even par for the whole round, other than Number 3.” Eighty-three golfers completed the tournament. This year’s total was a drop from the 2012 participant count of 92. Gilbert plans on returning next year. “I’ve been close (to winning), but nothing yet. I’ll keep trying.”

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Material Hauling One week ago he shot a career-tying best of 61 in the second Excavating round. Grading He is 42-2 when leading after 54 holes. Compacting Trying to put one in someone else’s shoes can prove futile. Tiger is ranked number one in the world, leads the Tour in Oil Fuel Tank Bob Pegues of Prince George will turn 60 in November and yet money, is first in the FedEx Cup standings with the best scoring Removal he continues to possess the desire to fight. average. Parking Lot Sweeping This doesn’t make sense to me and does not seem The list can go on; however, no matter what spin Fuel Pumps & Pump Repair logical. I have known Bob for many years and we is used, Tiger is not back. There should not be any certainly have had many rational, reasonable and discussion about Woods being the dominant player 453 1st Ave • level-headed discussions. Do we always agree? Of again until he wins another major. course not! However, I am not one to judge his willThe PGA Championship this week at Oak Hill ingness to step into the ring although he is on the is the last chance this year for Woods to earn his verge of qualifying for his Canada Pension. 15th major. Tiger has been stuck at 14, four behind COME IN FOR YOUR PERSONALIZED Here’s a brief recap: Pegues runs the Inner City the record set by Jack Nicklaus, since the 2008 US SHOE FITTING TODAY! Boxing Club with prized pupils Kenny Lally (a fiveOpen. In other words he has failed to win his last time Canadian National champion) and Jag Seehra 17 major championships. (a seven-time Provincial champ). He is a coach, Tiger is the one that set the bar high. Regular both locally and provincially, an organizer and pro- HART BEAT wins on the PGA Tour, while impressive, do not HARTLEYMILLER measure up. It’s like comparing a regular season moter extraordinaire. At the age of 59, Pegues had an urge to turn the win in a team sport to a playoff series victory. Sure, biological clock back and end a 38-year layoff in the ring by the accolades are great, but if Woods falters at the PGA Chamboxing in his hometown. On May 11, Pegues beat Mickey Sims pionship, there will be no “Tiger by the Tale”, meaning a lengthy (60) of Salmon Arm by a 4-1 decision before 1,200 fight fans at eight months with more questions than answers until his next the Northern Sport Centre. OK, it looked like a one-time shot. chance at the 2014 Masters. He wanted to be 21 again and recaptured that moment briefly in front of friends and family. Well, the itch was back and there From the Quote Rack: was a new challenge. “Battling Bob” decided to take his gear to the U.S. and last Saturday he beat an opponent five years A-Rod is playing third, batting fourth and pleading the fifth. younger. Curt Schilling of ESPN on the return of Alex Rodriguez to adidas • asics • balega • brooks • icebreaker • merrell Pegues became the Ringside Masters World Boxing champ the NY Yankees line-up. mizuno • new balance • salomon • saucony • sugoi for the middleweight (165 pounds) division in his age group following a three round decision over Marvin Cordova (54) of Andrew Shaw of the Blackhawks will be auctioning off the Colorado in Kansas City. This time there was little fanfare and stitches that he received after he took a puck to the face in game notoriety and no P.G. supporters, yet he was given a belt for his six the Stanley Cup finals. Can Curt Schilling’s sutures be far S P O R T S efforts, a proud reminder of his accomplishment. behind?” www.strideandglide.ca • info@strideandglide.ca Pegues has an amateur record of 30-4 which consists of 28-4 Actor Jeff Daniels recently hit a hole-in-one. If he hits another, 1655A 15th Ave (Across from Parkwood Mall) 250-612-4754 compiled prior to 1976 and subsequently 2-0 in 2013. Finding he’ll call it One and One-er. an opponent is difficult because a senior’s bout will not be sancContributor Bill Littlejohn of South Lake Tahoe, California tioned unless the two combatants are within five years of each For your chance to win, email a picture of a other, with roughly the same experience and approximately the So how long until we hear A-Rod says he’s going to devote the resident of Prince George with your name and same weight. The one big bonus is the training as Pegues is in rest of his life to looking for the real PED users? phone number, as well as the name of the person excellent shape for a man of his age. He is exploring a possible Rex Ryan is asking NY Jets fans to give Mark Sanchez a break. (people) in the photo, to McPic@pgfreepress.com fight later this year in California or perhaps another bout in P.G. And fans are going, “sure, an arm, a leg…?”. Selection of the judges is ﬁnal. Prizes must be accepted as awarded. No substitutions. next year. Contributor Janice Hough of Palo Alto, California (www. With the protective head gear, big gloves and a maximum of leftcoastsportsbabe.com) three one-minute rounds, all precautions are taken so the risk is minimized for elder statesman boxers to get seriously hurt. The City of Prince George is still celEven with these restrictions, it is foolhardy to fight in one’s ebrating the naming of the Royal baby. twilight years. At this point it would sure seem wise for Bob to The cities of Prince Rupert and Prince e GES to th A K return to full-time coaching and organizing and be happy to Albert are sending Will and Kate conC A P . c! V.I.P have won both bouts since coming out of retirement with his gratulatory notes and hope their 2nd of three Stars Classi e n o in …w health intact. Then again, it’s not for someone else to determine child will also be a son. Hint hint. Young the plight of another individual. Comedy writer TC Chong of VanCanucks A couple of former heavyweight champions were never shy couver (http://alwaysfunny.com/) 2013 E to express an opinion: Muhammad (“The Greatest”) Ali once R U T U F stated, “He who is not courageous enough to take risks will acHartley Miller is the sports direcSEE THE E NHL H T complish nothing in life.” tor for radio stations 94X and the OF CTON Joe Lewis (The Brown Bomber) added, “You only live once, Wolf@97fm. He also writes for HQ IN PENTIER 5-9 BC ICTON, but if you do it right, once is enough.” Prince George (http://hqprincegeorge. EPTEMB ★ PENT S And those are the mottos that Bob Pegues attempts to abide com). 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Wed. Aug 28th AiMHi Building 950 Kerry St.

Sat. Sept 14th IMSS Building 1270 2nd Ave.

This position offers a Competitive Salary & Beneﬁts Package, in line with qualiﬁcations and experience. Please reply with resume to: djenks@tcrk.com

Classes Run 8:30–5:00pm

Group Rates Available

Diane Rosebrugh & Dick Rosebrugh, B.Ed. ATTN Logging Truck Owner Operators: Short Log trucks needed to haul approx. 400,000 cu/m3 of beetle killed pine in the West Chilcotin to West Fraser, Williams Lake Division for Stump to Dump Contractor for 2013-2015 seasons. For more info contact Rob Menzies @ (250)3980564

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Grand Forks Division IMMEDIATE OPENING Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic International Forest Products Limited (Interfor) is a leading global supplier, with one of the most diverse lines of lumber products in the world. The company has operations across North America and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. For more information about Interfor, visit our website at Grand Forks is the heart of the Boundary Country nestled in the Southern Interior of Beautiful BC minutes from the US Border. For more information about Grand Forks, visit the website www.city.grandforks.bc.ca

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You will be a highly motivated team player, with strong communication and interpersonal skills, the successful applicant must have a recognized heavy duty trade certification and a good safety and attendance record. The current shift configuration is 3 days on 4 days off, 36 hours per week, steady dayshift.

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Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience.

Gentlemen Only Stress relief & body care given by a male. Student discount. Any ethnic male welcome. In calls only 250-617-1934 10 am to 7 pm

Timeshare

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FoodSafe Level 1

WORK SCHEDULE: The schedule for this position will be 7 days on and 7 days off, 12 hours per day. While on rotation, dry camp facilities are provided.

SATELLITE Installer Prince George and Area Full Time / Part Time Contractor / Employee Rates Experience = asset Training is provided Clean criminal record / Drivers License $500 signing bonus payable in 60 days more info at www.fdli.ca email resumes: Adam@fdli.ca

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AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake • Guaranteed 40hr. Work Week & Overtime • Paid Travel & Lodging • Meal Allowance • 4 Weeks Vacation • Excellent Beneﬁts Package

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Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, the successful applicant will be primarily responsible for the upkeep of all the operation’s mobile equipment.

Casual Registered Nurse Kordyban Lodge, Prince George Our newly opened 36-bed Kordyban Lodge serves as a beautiful and tranquil home away from home for northern British Columbians travelling to Prince George for treatment at the BC Cancer Agency Centre. Aligning your skills with our efforts to provide residents with compassionate, supportive care, and with a focus on safety and security, you will provide ongoing supervision and support for oncology out-patient services. Along with coordinating and providing nursing care, you will educate residents and their families, identify and liaise with appropriate support services, train volunteers and coordinate referrals, admissions, transfers and discharges. You are a BC-licensed RN equipped with formal technical training or an equivalent period of job-related experience. CPR Level C, knowledge of oncology and the ability to problem solve and work a ﬂexible schedule are expected; at least 2 years' related experience would be preferred. For more information about this opportunity, please visit www.cancer.ca/bc. To apply, please submit your cover letter and résumé in one document no later than August 19, 2013 to resumes@bc.cancer.ca.

Excellent wages and benefit package as applicable in the United Steelworkers Local 1-423. All successful applicants will be screened. Interested applicants should forward a resume by August 25, 2013 to: Hank Randrup, Interfor Ltd. Box 39, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0 Fax: 250-443-2434 or email: hank.randrup@interfor.com. We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Help Wanted

• Huge Demand In Canada • Employers Seek Out Canscribe Graduates • Over 90% Graduate Employment Rate

RECEPTIONIST / ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT REQUIRED

Duties to include: switchboard operation and greeting customers, assist in report and spread sheet preparation, maintain web site, purchasing and maintaining ofﬁce supplies, assist with A/R & A/P, reconcile petty cash; prepare daily mail and payroll spreadsheets; assist in preparation of various sales documents, and to coordinate various company social events. Please submit your resume to the following address Attn: Terezia Chen Email tchen@jamesws.com No phone calls please, and only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

CONVEYANCER

Our successful candidate will have 3-4 years of conveyancing experience and must be able to complete residential and commercial deals from start to finish. The applicant will have strong communication skills, will be very detail-oriented and must be highly organized. In addition, the applicant must be knowledgeable with E-Filing through BC Online and experience with econveyance would be an asset. Responsibilities will also involve interacting with clients by phone and email. Our firm offers a positive working environment with competitive salaries, a group benefits package, an RRSP program and a moving allowance. Nixon Wenger welcomes your interest in this position within our Conveyancing Department. Please submit your resumes to humanresources@nixonwenger.com by Thursday, August 15th, 2013 at 4:00pm. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

DEADLINE: AUGUST 24, 2013 ONLY THOSE SHORT LISTED WILL BE CONTACTED.

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Help Wanted An Alberta Oilﬁeld Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson, Alta. Cleaning Supervisor req’d. Sal: $18.00/hr. F/T, Pmt. 1+ yrs. exp. Duties; Supervise and co-ordinate the activities of cleaners. Inspect and ensure of established safety and cleanliness standards are met. Recommend and arrange additional services. Hire, train and schedule staff. Estimate and optimize budget. May receive payments or perform cleaning duties. Language: English. Contact: Harpreet from Northstar Janitorial Services in Prince George, BC. Apply at: lehal1986@hotmail.ca

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Reporting to: Lake Babine Nation Treaty Society Board Salary & Benefits Negotiable

Provide cover letter & resume to: Beatrice MacDonald, Human Resources Email: beatrice.macdonald@lakebabine.com Fax: 250-692-4790

Wanted experienced Feller Buncher operator, permanent position w/full beneﬁts, in East Kootenays, 220 days/yr. Call 1 (250)349-5415 or fax 1(250)349-7522.

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services

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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.

TREATY CHIEF NEGOTIATOR

Duties: • Secures negotiation mandates • Sets up and prepares tripartite workplan for main table negotiations • Prepares background and summary documents • Ability to drafts position / interest papers for the Nation in consultation with the Treaty Board and for negotiation • Directs and participates in side table negotiations • Supervises and directs employees and other contractors hired to support treaty development and negotiations; manages the Research team and develops individualized research plan and activities for each researcher • Responsible for the preparation of treaty negotiations budget and the strategic work plan for the Treaty Negotiations • Maintains appropriate liaison with government departments, ministries, agencies, UNBC and other interested groups and individuals regarding the advancement of the Lake Babine Treaty developments • Develop a management integration plan with respect to services and programs in areas of governance and jurisdictional issues revolving around treaty developments • Prepares funding proposals design to support the activities of the Treaty negotiations • Prepares and implements a communications work plan • Works closely with and keeps Lake Babine Nations Council and administration informed of all Treaty activities • Other Treaty Related Duties as directed by the Local Treaty Board.

Help Wanted

VERNON, B.C.

Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, Nixon Wenger is one of the largest, fastest, growing law firms outside of Greater Vancouver. Currently with 21 lawyers and a newly constructed office building, our Vernon, B.C. office has an opening for a Conveyancer.

Lake Babine Nation EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Qualifications • Post Secondary or equivalent • Skills: Negotiations, Decision-making, Computer / Internet Use, Supervision • Understanding of Babine Carrier Culture an asset.

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We require a punctual teamplayer with a very strong work ethic and able to work with a minimum of direction. Familiar with general ofﬁce procedures, use of a multi-line switchboard with strong oral and written skills and knowledge of basic bookkeeping and computer use are required.

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• Food Counter Attendants F/T & P/T Opp. $10.25 hr. • Supervisor Positions F/T & P/T Opp. $12.00 hr. Full-Time 35-40 hrs. wkly Part-Time 12-20 hrs. wkly

Apply In Person KFC Damano, 5100 Domano Blvd. Fax: 1.780.486.3496 or email: blco@blco.ca

Labourers LABOURERS Houston, BC DH Manufacturing in Houston BC is looking for labourers. Must be reliable, physically ﬁt and willing to work shift work. Starting wage up to $16.75/hr. Beneﬁt package after 3 months employment. Email, dhmnfg@gmail.com

Trades, Technical JOURNEYMAN WELDER ADC is seeking Journeyman Welders to work full time in our Steel Fabrication Dept. located in Grande Cache, AB. Interprovincial Red Seal, B pressure, and CWB certiﬁed preferred. ADC offers a beneﬁts package and competitive wages. To learn more about ADC view our website at www.adcalberta.com . Email resume to careers@adcalberta.com or fax to 780-827-9670.

Power Plant Operator EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Chief Administrative Officer for Nisga’a Village of Gingolx Duties:

• Reports to & Works Directly with Chief & Council • Oversee delivery of Programs and Services • Ensures compliance to all Nisga’a Nation and Nisga’a Village Legislation(s) as per Nisga’a Treaty • Budgeting & monitoring of Annual Budgets & Work Plans • Acts as liaison on behalf of Gingolx Village Government to other entities • Supervision of staff • Other duties as required as per job description

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in executive level management preferably administrative management • Previous experience as Chief Executive Office, Chief Administrative Officer or equivalent • Knowledge of Nisga’a Treaty is required • A Bachelor degree in Business or Public Administration is preferred however, an equivalent combination education and experience will be considered, Post-Secondary Education • Gingolx Village Government is an Equal Opportunities Employer, however, may give preference to Nisga’a Citizens • Business Equipment, Computer & all Microsoft ware knowledge a must • Some knowledge of Nisga’a Language & Culture will be an asset • Valid BC Driver’s License

Salary will commensurate with qualifications. Qualified Candidates should send Applications, Resumes, and Cover Letters to Gingolx Village Government attention to Chief & Council. No emails will be accepted. Fax: 250-326-4208 Attn: C. Franklin Alexcee Deadline Date for Applications: August 11, 2013 at 5:00PM

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Regional Power has been in the business of developing, building, refurbishing and operating hydroelectric power plants for over 25 years. Regional Power is looking for a hydroelectric Plant Operator to work at its power generating facility near Dease Lake, British Columbia. The successful candidate would be working in a team environment and would be faced with unique experiences while working in the green and renewable power industry. Experience in electrical, power and control ﬁelds is desired. The successful candidate would start immediately. Interested candidates should send their resumes to Human Resources at the following email address: operationshr@regionalpower.com or fax to 1-905-363-4202

Forestry

Tom Neufeld Trucking Ltd. has immediate openings for the following positions:

BUTT-N-TOP OPERATOR BUNCHER OPERATOR FORESTRY ROAD BUILDER Competitive rates and benefits available. Contact Ron 250-845-8960 or Tom 250-845-1011 Fax resume to 250-845-3667

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Trades, Technical

ELECTRICIAN

(Must be willing to relocate to the Comox Valley or Campbell River area of Vancouver Island). This is a position with a large amount of Traffic Signal construction / maintenance work in a Union environment. The successful candidate will perform as a maintenance and construction electrician predominately in an outdoor environment. Qualifications/Experience: • Red Seal Journeyman Electrician • Traffic Signal and Bucket Truck Experience • FSR or Willing to Achieve Accreditation Please forward a cover letter & resume to the attention of HR c/o: electricianapplicant@ outlook.com

ENTREC provides crane services to major industry sectors. We are recruiting for our teams in Terrace, BC, Prince George, BC, Grande Prairie, AB, & Bonnyville, AB. JOURNEYMAN CRANE OPERATORS (PROJECT OR TAXI) The successful candidate must demonstrate good safety consciousness and will be responsible for crane setup, preoperation inspection, crane operation and rigging. The candidate will be experienced with project or taxi work. A Class 3 or better license with a clean abstract is preferred. Journeyman Crane Operator or equivalent is preferred. Preemployment drug and alcohol testing is required. Flight allowance offered. If you are interested, please forward your resume to careers@entrec.com or fax to 780.962.1722. Please note the position and location you are applying for on your email or fax. Please visit our website at www.entrec.com for additional information on this position and our company.

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Boats

900 sq ft 533 Dominion St. Retail/Ofﬁce space $900/mo neg + gst. Heat & Ph. not incl. Ph:Anna 563-1289 or Danillo 563-2738

1999 Damon Challenger Class A Motorhome, Ford V10, 33’, one slide, 92,000 km, new tires, brakes & batteries, $27,500 obo. (250)365-7152 Castlegar

16’ Fiberglass Peterborough boat & trailer. Johnson 50 HP motor, VRO oil injected. Comes with removable towbar & access. $2200 250-564-3194

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Home Improvements G Gilbert Renovation All your reno needs. Inside & outside. Specialist in drywall ﬁnishing. 30 yrs exp. Free estimates. Call Gaetan (250)560-5845 or 552-7184

Lou’s Renos Roger’s Renos Decks, fences, basements rental units. For all your home reno needs. References available. Free estimates call 250-964-6106 Ivan at 250-552-8106 or Roger 250-552-0471

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Acreage for Sale

Machining & Metal Work CI STEEL LTD Custom cut steel and aluminum by the inch. 9453 Rock Island Rd. Prince George, BC 250-563-1777 www.cisteel.ca

Painting & Decorating Paint Special 3 Rooms $589 incl. prem qlty paint, your color choices, 2 coats, ﬁlled nail holes. Ceiling & trim extra. Free Est. HB Tech Painting 250-649-6285

Pets & Livestock

Livestock Lambs for sale $150 each 250-971-2205

Raspberries for sale $15 bucket $10 if you pick 250-9626368

Garage Sales

2.98 acres for sale $138,000. Acreage nestled in beautiful Meadowbrook area Kimberley, BC. Water & septic hookup in place. Property backing onto a creek & views of the Kimberley Alpine Resort Ski Hill. Assessed value $151,000. Zoned RR4. Minutes from Ski Hill & golf courses. Please contact 250-342-8334 or tierco70@gmail.com

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Garden Equipment ROLLS of used 4 mil plastic from greenhouses for sale. Used for 1 year and is in good condition. Two sizes 50’ x 210’ for $150/roll; 50’ x 100’ for $75/roll. Call 250-962-3532 or 250-962-3548

Heavy Duty Machinery 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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Cars - Sports & Imports

Trucks & Vans 1999 Dodge Dakota Sport. Ext cab pick up, 6 cyl, std, rear wheel drive, 173,000 km, exc cond, peppy little truck! $4500 OBO Call (250)964-3336

Wrecker/Used Parts STK# 76401

USED TIRES Cars & Trucks $25 & up

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Apt/Condo for Rent

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• 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available • Close to hospital & downtown • Rent includes heat, hot water • Elevator to undercover parking • Fridge, stove, quality carpets, drapes • Laundry on each ﬂoor • No pets

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Homes for Rent 5 bedroom home , $1,250 per month. Close to VanBien school and shopping. Includes washer, avail. Aug 15th. Call 250-964-7073 after 4pm

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of Llewellyn Ernest Edwards aka Llew Ernest Edwards aka Lyn Ernest Edwards formerly of 588 Harper Street, Prince George, BC V2M 2W5, Deceased are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o Neil Edwards, 588 Harper Street, Prince George, B C V2M 2W5 on or before September 9th, 2013, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Neil Edwards,Executor.

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Post-secondary students need to think seriously ABOUT JOBS Amrik Virk Minister of Advanced Education VICTORIA - This school year in British Columbia, we expect more than 400,000 students to enrol in at least one course at our public post-secondary institutions. As the new post-secondary school year gets underway, my goal as British Columbia’s new Advanced Education Minister is to ensure post-secondary students obtain the experience and qualifications needed to put a paycheque in their back pocket. Whether they are thinking about courses to upgrade their skills, just starting out, well underway or finishing their studies - we expect there will be job openings in many fields over the coming years. As a parent of three children two of whom will be returning to post-secondary education classes in September - I want all our children to have greater opportunities than we had. But world-class post-secondary education, skills training and other public services are viable only with a strong economy. We need to work within budgets and make the most effective use of existing resources. We are all part of a large collaborative education network that is working together to provide the right training at the right time so we can fill the jobs of today and tomorrow - wherever they are in B.C. And, we will continue to work with Aboriginal communities to increase access to post-secondary education and

employment-related training. Labour market forecasts expect an estimated one million jobs here by 2020 - and 43 per cent of them will require trades or technical training. We are a province where there are going to be a million jobs because the world believes in the relationships and the strong economy that we have built. British Columbians must be flexible about going where the jobs are. Government must make sure that skills

many job opportunities emerge in the Northwest, which is the heart of liquefied natural gas development. Recently, I talked with an individual who is training to be an elementary school teacher, a worthy career that she said she wanted to pursue since high school. But if she wants to stay in the Lower Mainland close to family, she may need to work as a substitute teacher. Right now there are more elementary teachers than jobs available. If she were to consider taking a job in a more rural or remote part of the province, she might more easily find full-time work as an elementary school teacher. My vision is for a system that is nimble and flexible - a system that meets the ever-changing needs of students, institutions, industry and government through innovative ideas and new approaches. Working in partnership, we will leverage the expertise of institutions and enhance collaboration in sectors such as shipbuilding, agriculture, mining, and oil and gas development. Our mandate is clear. Some of the areas that government will look at in the months ahead include a review of the student loan program to find further improvements to meet students’ needs. We will be working hard to increase the number of international students who choose B.C. as a place to study. And we will establish a school of traditional Chinese medicine at a public post-secondary institution and create a Centre of Excellence in Agriculture in the Fraser Valley. We need to strike a balance between

My advice to students is to look at where the jobs are based

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and training are aligned to jobs. And institutions must continue to adapt and respond when it comes to preparing students for the jobs of today as well as the jobs of tomorrow, whatever they may be. My advice to students is to look at where the jobs are based and tailor their education and training to match. Our population is concentrated in the Lower Mainland and on southern Vancouver Island, but as a resource-based economy, many directly and indirectly related jobs are located elsewhere. In the coming years, we expect to see

Northern Toyota is actively recruiting for

our new location currently under construction at the junction of Hwy 16 and Hwy 97. Northern Toyota’s new location will be a state of the art facility offering the very best in Product Quality and Customer Services as well as being a leading edge working environment for our employees. We are offering employment opportunities for the following positions. • Product Advisor/Salesperson • Fleet/Finance/Business Office • Lot Attendant • Automotive Detailer • Tire/Lube/Automotive Technician/ apprentice Experience not necessary, but may be considered an asset for specific positions. Drop off or foward your resume to: reception@northerntoyota.ca

Northern Toyota 2005 Redwood St., Prince George, B.C., V2L 2N5 250.564.7205

growing our economy and educating a skilled workforce with the research and intellectual curiosity that is a vital element of our post-secondary system. The public post-secondary system belongs to all of us. I believe we can maintain it and ensure its future success only by working together, continuing to engage in dialogue and collaborating to find administrative savings, while at the same time developing programs to align skills with jobs.

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This high-proĮle posiƟon oīers you an opportunity to make a posiƟve contribuƟon to the rapidly growing business community of Prince George. You will be the catalyst through which businesses, professionals, and individuals work together to build a strong and healthy community and economy. ReporƟng to a Board of Directors comprised of prominent business community and organizaƟon representaƟves, you will lead a team of 5 employees in delivering a wide variety of business tools in a manner that models excellent member service. Expect a compeƟƟve remuneraƟon package and an exciƟng and dynamic work environment. Detailed informaƟon on this posiƟon and applicant qualiĮcaƟons reside at www.pgchamber.bc.ca To apply, your resume should be forwarded to ceo@pgchamber.bc.ca CompeƟƟon closes August 23, 2013.

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SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY This is an excellent opportunity for a semi retired person or a “stay at home Mom or Dad” or anyone seeking part time work. Early morning and afternoon work with the midday free. You are off when the kids are out of school – July, August, Christmas and Spring breaks. Starting wage is $18.04 /hr. Top rate is $20.04 /hr. Qualifications: • Minimum of 21 years of age and 5 years driving experience (any class of license) • Class 2 Driver’s License (Got a class 5 – no problem. We provide free, friendly and professional training) • Clean Criminal Records check • Willing to obtain a Level One First Aid • Maximum 3 points in the last 3 years on your Driver’s abstract. Next training class is in August e-mail your resume to robertj@diversified.pwt.ca, fax it to 250-563-5758 or come by the office at 391 North Nechako and pick up an application package.

The Prince George Native Friendship Centre, a visionary non-proﬁt society, has been serving the needs of the entire community for the past 43 years. We are seeking candidates for the following position(s) within our organization FAMILY WELLNESS PROGRAMS: Aboriginal Child & Youth Wellness Programs Coordinator/Clinician Closing date: August 12, 2013 A hard copy listing the roles, responsibilities and qualiﬁcations of the position are available from the Prince George Native Friendship Centre’s web site at www.pgnfc.com (click on Join Our Team / Careers). To apply, submit a resume, cover letter and three (3) references detailing which position you are applying for, to: Prince George Native Friendship Centre 1600 Third Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 3G6 Fax: (250) 563-0924 E-mail: employment@pgnfc.com Applications will be accepted until dates noted on postings, no telephone inquiries please. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Datebook www.pgfreepress.com Note Hart Pioneer Centre closed for renovations, Aug. 5-18.

Saturday Nechako Flea Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 5100 North Nechako Rd. A Butler’s Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave.

Sunday Free yoga in the park, Sundays, 10-11 a.m., Fort George Park bandshell. All levels welcome. Nechako Flea Market, Sundays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 5100 North Nechako Rd. A Butler’s Market, Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave.

Monday Tai Chi, Mondays, 1:30 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr.

Cariboo Toastmasters meet, Mondays, 7:309:30 p.m., Ramada Hotel, - 444 George St. Information: caribootoastmasters. com or Laura (250) 9613477. Northern Twister Square Dance Club meets Mondays, 7 p.m., Knox United Church basement. Information: Gys 250- 563-4828 or Reta 250-962-2740.

7 p.m., Senior Activity Centre, 425 Brunswick St. Hart Toastmasters, Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre. Information: harttoastmasters.ca CNC Retirees meet fourth Wednesday, 9 a.m., D’Lanos. Information: Lois 250563-6928. Army Cadet Rangers free youth program, meets Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Connaught Youth Centre. Information: Sondra 250-963-9462 or Andrew 250-981-8270.

Thursday DayBreakers Toastmasters meets Thursday, 7-8 a.m., UHNBC Conference Room 1. Information: Heather 250-649-9591. BC Civil Liberties Union meets second Thursday of the month, 6 p.m., 1575 Fifth Ave. Plaza 400 Toastmaster Club meets Thursday, noon, Aleza room, fourth floor, Plaza 400 building, 1011 4th Ave. Information: 6252. toastmastersclubs.org/ or 250-564-5191. Prince George Toastmasters meet Thursdays, 7:15 p.m., AiMHi, 950 Kerry St. Information: pgtoastmasters.com, Joyce 250-964-0961.

Tuesday

Old Time Fiddlers jam, Thursday, 7-10 p.m. Elder Citizens Rec Centre, 1692 10th Ave.

Bridge, Tuesdays, 1 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr.

ECRA Forever Young Chorus meet Thursdays, 12:45 p.m., ECRA, 1692 10th Ave.

Spruce Capital Toastmasters meet Tuesdays, 7:25 p.m., 102-1566 7th Ave. Information: Tom 250562-3402. Sweet Adelines women’s four-part chorus meets Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., Studio 2880. New members welcome. Information: Kathy 250563-5170. Hospital retirees meeting, first Tuesday of the month, 9 a.m., Prince George Golf Club. Information 250563-7497 or 250-5632885.

Wednesday Whist, Wednesdays,

Prince George Grassroots Cribbage Club registration, 6:30 p.m. play 6:45 p.m., Thursdays, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Information: Gerda 250564-8561.

Support Groups Singles and friends, social group of people of all ages and diverse backgrounds, meets Wednesdays, 7 p.m., A&W on 20th Avenue. Wednesday Tops (take off pounds sensibly) noon, AiMHi, 950 Kerry St. Information: 250960-3959, 778-416-0908. Learning Circle

Literacy Program works with adult learners and families on literacy, numeracy and computing skills. Information: 250564-3568 ext. 228, or literacy@pgnfc.com. Do you worry about the way you eat? Overeaters Anonymous may have the answers. No weigh-ins, dues or fees. Monday, 7:30 p.m., hospital, Room 421. Call Tanya 250-613-2823.

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Power Play, for children from newborns to five years old, Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Tuesdays, 1:303:30 p.m., South Fort George Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle Ave. Information: 250614-9449.

NorthBreast Passage Dragon Boat Society meets first Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., Chronic Disease Management Room, UHNBC. Information: Anita 250-563-2949 or Betty 250-962-7985. Royal Purple meets meets second and fourth Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Information: Dianne 250-596-0125 or Jeanette 250-563-9362. Wednesday evening Tops (take off pounds sensibly), Spruceland Baptist Church, 1901 Ogilvie St. Information: Leona 250-962-8802. Prince George Genealogical Society meets the third Tuesday of the month, St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 1500 Edmonton St. Prince George Stroke Survivors Group meets Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Elder Citizens Recreation Association, 1692 10th Ave. Information: Julia 250-563-3819, Roland 250-562-1747. La Leche League breast feeding support group meets the second Thursday of every month 7 p.m., 176 Aitken Cres. Information: Tammy 250-612-0085. PGRH retirees breakfast, first Tuesday of the month, Prince George Golf and Curling Club. Information: 250563-2885. Prince George ATV

Bigs and Littles gather around a campfire at Grassham Lake during the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Prince George camping weekend with the North Central Guide and Outfitters Association.

Proud to recognize those who give in our community.

A U T O B O D Y LT D . 2065 - 1st Ave. • 250-563-0883 www.csninc.ca Club meets third Tuesday of month, 7 p.m. Carmel Restaurant meeting room. Information: George 250-964-7907. Free sports and recreation, Wednesdays, 2 p.m., 1160 7th Ave., ages 15-30. Information: 250-656-5278. Children’s choir, Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Hartland Baptist Church. Information:

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778-415-5000. Parents Together, a mutual/self-help support group for parents of teens, meets Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Intersect (basement entrance). Information: Carmen 250-562-6639. Tuesday night Tops (take off pounds sensibly) 6:15-7:15 p.m. weigh in, 7:308:30 meeting. Everyone welcome. Information: Marvene 250-962-8001

or 250-612-2031. DivorceCare, a support group for persons going through a separation or divorce. To find out if this group is for you, call 250-5646213. Group meets at Artspace, Room 202, Sundays at 5 p.m. Call about childcare. Prince George Healing Rooms - Are you hurting? Do you have health issues?

Movie Listings FRIDAY, AUGUST 9

2 GUNS ............................................... 4:55, 7:35, 10:15pm ELYSIUM (NO PASSES) ................................ 4:50, 7:30, 10:15pm PERCY JACKSON: Sea of Monsters (NO PASSES) .................................................................. 5:10, 7:45, 10:20pm THE SMURFS 2 (3D) .............................. 5:15, 7:40, 10:05pm THE WOLVERINE (3D) ........................... 4:30, 7:25, 10:25pm WE’RE THE MILLERS (NO PASSES) ........... 4:30, 7:10, 10:00pm

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Confidential prayers Wednesday noon2 p.m, All Nations Church, 1395 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-6179653.

“GIVE A LITTLE… GAIN A LOT!” 2013 World Baseball Challenge Aug 13 – 23 We need people -- at the park, with tickets, grounds crew, in the concession or beer garden, tidying, helping at the food services location (4th & Brunswick). Cora at littlemidnight@shaw.ca or 250-963-8141 Alzheimer Society of BC - Aug 16 Workshop – Introduction to Brain Health. Learn strategies and set goals for improving the health of your mind, body and spirit. All welcome. Aug 16, 1 – 3 pm at 202 - 575 Quebec St. By donation. Pre-register at ljones@alzheimerbc.org Leanne 250-564-7533 Big Brothers Big Sisters of PG “THE BIG SQUEEZE” – Wed, Aug 28. Looking for 10 teams willing to sell Lemonade at their place of business between 10 am & 2 pm. We will supply the basics. Win the lemon trophy. Tim 250-563-7410 For information on volunteering with more than 100 non-proﬁt organizations in Prince George, contact Volunteer Prince George

250-564-0224 www.volunteerpg.com

The Community Datebook provides free community event listings every Friday. Submissions are accepted in written form only – dropped off, mailed or emailed – No Phone Calls please. Datebook runs as space allows, there is no guarantee of publication. Mail to 1773 South Lyon St., Prince George BC V2N 1T3. E-mail datebook@pgfreepress.com

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AUGUST 9TH

AUGUST 10TH

AUGUST 11TH

KIDS DAY

FAMILY FUN DAY

FARM & RANCH DAY

Kids 4-12 years gate admission: $5

Regular posted admission

Regular price after 10AM

Admission Gates .................... 10:00am - 10:00pm 4-H & Livestock .................... 10:00am - 10:00pm Kin Centres ........................... 10:00am - 9:00pm Food Court ......................... 10:00am - Midnight Midway ............................. 11:00am - Midnight Saloon (19+) ...........................6:00pm - 11:00pm

Admission Gates ....................... 8:00am - 6:00pm 4-H & Livestock ...................... 10:00am - 6:00pm Kin Centres ........................... 10:00am - 6:00pm Food Court ............................ 10:00am - 6:00pm Midway ................................ 11:00am - 6:00pm Saloon (19+) ............................ 1:00pm - 5:00pm

10:00- 10:00

Passport to Agriculture Contest

Black Spruce Farms (Petting Farm) Beef Barn

Dance Your Hart Out Highland Dancers

Celebration Community Stage

Guest Services Beside CN Centre Outdoor Arena

10:00- 2:00

10:30- 11:00

10:00- 5:00

Individual Fire Fighter Games

Beside CN Centre

Pig & Duck Racing

Outside Kin II

In between Discovery Place II & the 4-H

10:30- 11:00

Kyra Krismanson

Celebration Community Stage

11:00- 7:00

Barrel Racing

Agriplex

11:00- 4:00

Duncan’s Backyard Henhouse

In between Discovery Place II & the 4-H

11:00- 3:00

4-H Sheep

4-H Barn

11:15- 1:45

PG Magic Club

Celebration Community Stage

Barn 11:00- 7:00 11:15- 11:45

Beef Barn Rabbit Barn Celebration Community Stage In between Discovery Place II & the 4-H

11:00

Duncan’s Backyard Henhouse

10:00- 2:00 10:30 10:30- 11:00

Passport to Agriculture Contest Individual Fire Fighter Games Draft Horse: Team Log Skid, Loggers Choice, Junior Class Black Spruce Farms (Petting Farm) Open Rabbit/Cavy Dance Your Heart Out Highland Dancers Duncan’s Backyard Henhouse

Pancake Breakfast

Black Spruce Farms (Petting Farm) Beef Barn

10:00- 10:00 10:00- 5:00 10:00

8:00- 11:00

10:00- 2:00

Barrel Racing Raqqaset Qsmar Belly Dancers

11:00-1:00

Draft Horse Pull

Agriplex

12:00- 1:00

Reflections in Black (Tribute to Johnny Cash)

Celebration Community Stage

11:15- 11:45

12:00

Agriplex Celebration Community Stage Beside CN Centre

Zahira Dance Studio (Belly Dancing) Celebration Community Stage

12:00

Pig & Duck Racing

Outside Kin II

12:00- 1:00

William the Conjuror

1:15- 1:45

Verbz & Tha Mix (Hip Hop, Urban Rock, Country)

Celebration Community Stage

1:15- 2:15

Triforce (Classic Rock)

2:00- 5:00

4-H Swine Show

4-H Barn

1:15- 1:45

Celebration Community Stage

2:00- 2:30

JoJo (Solo acoustic guitar, urban rock)

Celebration Community Stage

1:30

Pig & Duck Racing

Outside Kin II

2:00- 2:30

2:30- 3:00

2:45- 3:15

War Dub (Reality Hip Hop)

Celebration Community Stage

2:45- 3:15

JoJo (Solo Acoustic Guitar, Urban Rock)

Celebration Community Stage

3:00- 6:00

Black Spruce Farms (Petting Farm) Beef Barn

3:00

Pig & Duck Racing

Outside Kin II

3:00- 7:00

Black Spruce Farms (Petting Farm) Beef Barn

3:00

Top Dog Agility Show

Agriplex

3:30- 4:00

Paige Marriot (Acoustic Pop)

Celebration Community Stage

3:00 3:00- 5:00 3:00- 7:00 3:30- 4:00

3:15- 4:15

Reflections in Black

Celebration Community Stage