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Corn Maze draws visitors from across the region ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter Just a few kilometres south of Quesnel is Australian Ranch’s Corn Maze. Several year’s ago, the Yorston family created the first corn maze on a nine-acre section close to their home. Always designed as a fun activity, they were ready to share with the public. The Corn Maze has become a North Cariboo attraction with hundreds of visitors every year. This year, in celebration of the ranch’s 110 years of continuous operation, Bob and Lenore Yorston chose to create something special. Planting of the maze’s corn begins in May and with the use of a rototiller they carve out the trails, which entertain visitors all season long. The 2013 maze includes the circle Z which is the ranch’s cattle brand and now part of the corn maze logo. Below the logo, the text Australian Ranch Ltd. 110 years is also inscribed. Viewed best from the cockpit of a plane, the design is still enjoyed from the ground and visitors have the added pleasure of finding eight red barn doors containing farm related trivia questions. Much of the season, Bob and Lenore rely on the honesty of visitors and it seems to be working very well. Open from dawn to dusk until mid-October, visitors need only to drop a toonie for each member of their party in the coin drop at the entrance to the corn maze, then enjoy.

Although they expect a definite code of conduct, the family still manage to create a fun environment. “Please act like you’re visiting your grandma’s house. Be respectful, watch your language, don’t throw any corn cobs, do not come intoxicated and try to leave the corn stalks upright. We don’t want to have to chase you with a wooden spoon,” their website suggests. As autumn settles in, the family are preparing for their corn maze finale. The Haunted Corn Maze and Haunted House, Oct. 4, 5, 11, 12 and 13. Admission for this extravaganza is $5 each and the special events run from 7 – 9:30 p.m. They also offer a daytime event for small children and sensitive adults from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Oct. 6 and 13. In addition to the spooky, they offer tractor wagon rides and families are encouraged to roam the farm to look at the chickens, turkeys, guineas, pigs, mini horses and cows as well as the onsite concession. This activity is not available during the evening activities as this poses a safety risk. The haunted corn maze began eight years ago and is one of the area’s premier fall family events, not a drop off of your children or teens event. So, whether you are looking to enjoy a challenging, enjoyable afternoon in the corn maze or frightening your friends and family at the haunted event, now is the perfect time to visit Australian Ranch. For full information, visit australianranch.ca.

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The Australian Ranch corn maze is in perfect condition, with the corn high and the trails in great shape. Rain or shine it’s a great family fun activity. The Yorston’s are also busy with preparations for the annual Haunted Corn Maze and Haunted House. Karen Powell photo A special thank you to Dennis Gaetz for his aviation contribution

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To celebrate International Literacy Day, Sept. 8, Adults Learning Together (ALT) set up a booth at the Farmer’s Market to promote their program, which provides help with learner’s permits, help with forms, or even help with math for trades or with ESL programs, according to Katie Molloy, the Literacy Coordinator at the North Cariboo Aboriginal Family Program Society (or “The Long Name” as it is affectionately known), located on 324 Hoy Street (West Quesnel). Included in the festivities was a scrabble word game, and events were organized into two categories (youth and adult.) ALT is a program pairing tutors with learners in a one-on-one environment for the purposes of enhancing literacy skills. Meetings can take place at the public library, college, or even at the learner’s or tutor’s home – the program offers flexibility by leaving time and location up to the discretion of the learning pairs. Tutors are provided with a variety of up-todate Canadian content by the Quesnel Literacy Society, designed for learner immersion and encouraging discussion prior to readings in order to help facilitate familiarity. For example, with articles on the environment, there is a suggested conversation included, so that by the time [the learners] come to reading the word environment, the word has already been triggered. The program also offers a well-stacked library to help with the process. But as Molloy states, “it can only function with volunteers.” As for the volunteers, Molloy asks, “do you enjoy reading? Do you have two hours to spare to help someone enjoy reading as well?” With support prepared for tutors, including training at the CDC Building (located at 488 McLean Street) from 9 a.m. – noon the first three Wednesdays in October, as well as helpful staff on hand, interested volunteers can contact either Molloy at 250-992-9160 or Quesnel Literacy co-ordinator Rebecca Beuschel at 778-414-9119.

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North District Commander, Chief Superintendent Rod Booth and the Mayor of Quesnel, Mary Sjostrom, formally announce the appointment of S/Sgt. Steve Vrolyk to the position of Detachment Commander of Quesnel Detachment and congratulate him on this new role. With more than 20 years of operational policing experience – the last four of which have been in Quesnel, S/Sgt Vrolyk brings a solid understanding of both policing and the community he serves. S/Sgt. Vrolyk was born and raised in Southwestern Ontario. After obtaining his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto, Steve followed his lifelong dream of becoming a Mountie. He joined the RCMP in 1992, graduated from Depot and was transferred to Chilliwack, where he was stationed from 1993-2001. While in Chilliwack, Steve worked in both a uniformed and plain clothes capacity, serving as a general duty investigator before transferring to the Property Crime Section. In 2001, Steve was transferred to IMPACT (Integrated Municipal Police Provincial Auto Crime Team). In 2003, he was promoted to the rank of Corporal as a Watch Commander at the Upper

Fraser Valley Regional Detachment (Chilliwack) where he oversaw a team of general duty police officers. In 2007, Steve and his wife, Krista sought the quality of life offered by life in Northern B.C. and transferred to Prince Rupert where he served for two years. In 2009, Steve was promoted to Sergeant as the Operations NCO for Quesnel Detachment responsible for overseeing the day to day policing operations where he has proudly served for the past four years. “I feel extremely honoured and privileged to have been entrusted with serving the City of Quesnel and the surrounding communities as their Chief of Police. It is a responsibility that I do not take lightly. As the incoming Detachment Commander, I look forward to serving the community of Quesnel and in providing a high quality of policing service to its citizens,” Vrolyk said. “This is a tremendous opportunity for me and my family. We have been blessed to be a

part of this amazing community for the past four years and look forward to continuing to be an active part of the community and enjoy all that it has to offer for many years to come.” Steve and his wife, Krista, have two school-aged children. In his spare time, Steve spends much of his time at the rink watching his kids play hockey, camping, riding his motorcycle and volunteering as vice president of the Quesnel Rotary Club. “I am a firm believer that everyone needs to give back to their community. I encourage our members to become involved in the community by volunteering in local service clubs, youth sports or other community based organizations.” Under S/Sgt Vrolyk’s leadership, the Quesnel RCMP will continue to employ crime reduction strategies including targeting prolific offenders, monitoring crime trends and developing intelligence-led strategies in order to reduce and prevent crime in our community. “My goal is to continue to build strong partnerships with all of our community partners and citizens to ensure that Quesnel is a safe place for everyone to live, to work and to enjoy.”

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Prime Minister doesn’t care about people or environment

he CBC aired a documentary called Oasis on TV. As I watched it, I felt sad and worried at the same time. The show dealt with fresh water and what has been done to preserve it and what is left. The little that is left is still squandered while one third of the world population is already drinking polluted water or have no or very little water. Rivers and lakes are drying up at an alarming rate and it will not be too long before it is impossible to live in many places that now are still heavily populated. The reason is that even the ground water is disappearing at a faster rate than was expected. California is one of the places that will be a desert in a about 10 – 15 years and Las Vegas does not even have that long before it will disappear

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FROM WITHIN in the desert sand. In northern B.C., gas is produced by fracking, a process that uses a lot of fresh water that, combined with poisonous chemicals, is pumped under high pressure deep underground and forces the gas out. Part of this gas goes to the tar sands, part is exported and part comes to us at a high price both financially and environmentally. The area where precious groundwater is used for fracking in Northern B.C. is very large. Mr. Harper thinks this is okay and good for the economy and Christy Clark

our premier is looking at it as a financial boon. In a leaked secret document, Mr. Harper’s office calls environmentalists and other people like media and scientists enemies. I thought we lived in a democratic country where freedom of expression or having a different opinion is a necessity to maintain democracy. So millions of Canadians who think different than Mr. Harper are enemies of Mr. Harper’s cabinet? It is starting to look like we are dealing with Mr. Harper’s regime instead of a democracy. I don’t like regimes because I lived five years under the regime of a man with a funny black mustache who yelled sieg heil a lot and killed a lot of people. I have come to the solid conclusion that Mr Harper does not care about people or the environment. A man who thinks it is

okay to sell asbestos to third world countries where people unload the stuff standing in their bare feet and throwing it up with their bare hands. In India where most asbestos goes, the asbestos is used to replace perfectly good tile roofs for asbestos roofs that let more heat in and poisons people. Thank you for stuffing our pockets India and please have mercy on the people who face a miserable death. A man who killed the Kyoto Accord, who picks on veterans, seniors, the disabled and many public services is not a man I can respect. I know I am definitely not in Mr. Harpers good book because I have been president of an environmental group and I have openly expressed my dislike for this man, but I don’t care. Bert deVink is a long time Observer contributor.

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Employee Pricing refers to A-Plan pricing ordinarily available to Ford of Canada employees (excluding any CAW-negotiated programs). The new vehicle must be delivered or factory-ordered during the Program Period from your participating Ford Dealer. Employee Pricing is not combinable with CPA, GPC, CFIP, Daily Rental Allowance and A/X/Z/D/F-Plan programs. *Purchase a new 2013 Focus S Sedan/2013 Escape S FWD with 2.5L engine/2013 F-150 Super Cab XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine/2013 F-150 Super Crew XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine $16,779/$22,204/$29,226/$31,720 after Total Price Adjustment of $870/$995/$11,673/$11,079 is deducted. Total Price Adjustment is a combination of Employee Price Adjustment of $620/$995/$4,423/$3,829 and Delivery Allowance of $250/$0/$7,250/$7,250. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Total Price Adjustment has been deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,650/$1,700/$1,700/$1,700 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Delivery Allowances are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. **Until September 30, 2013, receive 1.99%/4.99% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase financing on a 2013 Focus S Sedan/2013 Escape S FWD with 2.5L engine for a maximum of 84 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Purchase financing monthly payment is $214/$314 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $99/$145 with a down payment of $0 or equivalent trade-in. Cost of borrowing is $1,209.67/$4,148.90 or APR of 1.99%/4.99% and total to be repaid is $17,988.67/$26,352.90. Offers include a Delivery Allowance of $250/$0 and freight and air tax of $1,650/$1,700 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted. Bi-Weekly payments are only available using a customer initiated PC (Internet Banking) or Phone Pay system through the customer’s own bank (if offered by that financial institution). The customer is required to sign a monthly payment contract with a first payment date one month from the contract date and to ensure that the total monthly payment occurs by the payment due date. Bi-weekly payments can be made by making payments equivalent to the sum of 12 monthly payments divided by 26 bi-weekly periods every two weeks commencing on the contract date. Dealer may sell for less. Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. ††Until September 30, 2013, lease a new 2013 F-150 Super Cab XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine/2013 F-150 Super Crew XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine and get 0.99% annual percentage rate (APR) financing for up to 24 months on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Lease a vehicle with a value of $29,226/$31,720 at 0.99% APR for up to 24 months with $1,500 down or equivalent trade in, monthly payment is $374/$389, total lease obligation is $10,476/$10,836 and optional buyout is $19,223/$21,400. Offers include Delivery Allowance of $7,250. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after any price adjustment is deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,700 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Additional payments required for PPSA, registration, security deposit, NSF fees (where applicable), excess wear and tear, and late fees. Some conditions and mileage restrictions apply. Excess kilometrage charges are 12¢per km for Fiesta, Focus, C-Max, Fusion and Escape; 16¢per km for E-Series, Mustang, Taurus, Taurus-X, Edge, Flex, Explorer, F-Series, MKS, MKX, MKZ, MKT and Transit Connect; 20¢per km for Expedition and Navigator, plus applicable taxes. Excess kilometrage charges subject to change, see your local dealer for details. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for 2013 Focus 2.0L I4 5-speed manual transmission: [7.8L/100km (36MPG) City, 5.5L/100km (51MPG) Hwy]/2013 Escape FWD 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic transmission: [9.5L/100km (30MPG) City, 6.3L/100km (45MPG) Hwy]/2013 F-150 4X4 5.0L V8 6-speed automatic transmission: [15.0L/100km (19MPG) City, 10.6L/100km (27MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading, vehicle equipment, vehicle condition, and driving habits. ‡When properly equipped. Max. towing of 11,300 lbs with 3.5L EcoBoost 4x2 and 4x4 and 6.2L 2 valve V8 4x2 engines. Max. payloads of 3,120 lbs/3,100 lbs with 5.0L Ti-VCT V8/3.5L V6 EcoBoost 4x2 engines. Max. horsepower of 411 and max. torque of 434 on F-150 6.2L V8 engine. Class is Full–Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs GVWR. ‡‡F-Series is the best-selling pickup truck in Canada for 47 years in a row based on Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association statistical sales report, December 2012. ▲Offer only valid from September 4, 2013 to October 31, 2013 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with a Costco membership on or before August 31, 2013. Use this $1,000CDN Costco member offer towards the purchase or lease of a new 2013/2014 Ford vehicle (excluding Fiesta, Focus, C-Max , Raptor, GT500, Mustang Boss 302, Transit Connect EV, Medium Truck and Lincoln) (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). The Eligible Vehicle must be delivered and/or factory-ordered from your participating Ford dealer within the Offer Period. Offer is only valid at participating dealers, is subject to vehicle availability, and may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Only one (1) offer may be applied towards the purchase or lease of one (1) Eligible Vehicle, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Offer is not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). Applicable taxes calculated before $1,000CDN offer is deducted. Dealer may sell or lease for less. 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The Chamber Luncheon for Sept 25, 2013 has been cancelled & will be re-scheduled; watch for details.

In the home stretch RCMP Cops for Cancer Tour de North riders headed down the highway after stopping in Quesnel to speak with Voyageur elementary students. After leaving Quesnel, the group headed to Williams Lake, the last leg of their ride. Karen Powell photo

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FINANCIAL PLAN AMENDMENT

CITY OF QUESNEL FINANCIAL PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1725 OF 2013 The City of Quesnel is proposing an amendment to the City of Quesnel Five Year Financial Plan 2013 to 2017 for the two projects starting in 2013, the purchase of land for a future public works facility and an expansion of the airport apron. More details can be found about these projects at http://www.quesnel.ca/ Finance.html#Budgets or at City Hall. If you have any comments, questions or concerns, please email them to kbolton@quesnel.ca or call 250-991-2111 and ask for Kari Bolton, Director of Corporate and Financial Services. The bylaw will be on the September 30th Regular Council meeting Agenda for third reading.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FITNESS LEADER

(one part-time position available) Competition No. 13-60. Position will remain open until filled. Full details are available on the City’s website www.quesnel.ca/Jobs.html.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

GRANT FUNDING The Integris Credit Union Community Foundation has invested over $540,000 in the communities of Vanderhoof, Fort St. James and Fraser Lake since its inception in 2002. These funds are used to meet a wide range of charitable needs and interests. Funding requests from local organizations and agencies to undertake beneficial community projects are now being accepted.

SNOW AND ICE CLEARING AT THE QUESNEL AIRPORT

The City of Quesnel requires snow and ice clearing on various sidewalks at the Quesnel Regional Airport. This work will generally be from November to March and, depending upon weather, may be seven days per week. Detailed information is available by calling the Transportation Manager at 250 992-2208 during regular business hours. Submit your proposal to the City of Quesnel by 2:00 pm on Thursday October 3, 2013. Submissions should contain the company or individual’s background and experience and an hourly rate. Successful contractor will require a City Business License and WorkSafe BC coverage. Submissions may be mailed to City of Quesnel at 410 Kinchant St., Quesnel, BC V2J 7J5, dropped off at City Hall or emailed to hhunt@quesnel.ca.

INVITATION TO BID

JANITORIAL SERVICES AT THE QUESNEL AIRPORT

Local businesses engaged in janitorial work are invited to submit a bid for services at the Quesnel Regional Airport effective November 1, 2013. Contract term is for one year with two one-year optional renewals at the discretion of the City of Quesnel. Daily janitorial duties are required in the main terminal and operations buildings. Tender packages are available online at http://www.quesnel.ca/Jobs.html or at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5, during regular business hours. There will be a site tour at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 1, 2013; bidders are encouraged to attend. Tour will begin in the Air Terminal building. Sealed tenders marked “Quesnel Regional Airport Janitorial Services” must be received at the City of Quesnel PRIOR TO 2:00 P.M. LOCAL TIME, ON THURSDAY OCTOBER 10, 2013. Tenders received after the closing time will be returned unopened. The City of Quesnel reserves the right to accept or reject any offer in whole or part, at any time and to waive irregularities at their own discretion. The lowest tender will not necessarily be accepted. For further information contact Harlene Hunt, Transportation Manager at 250-992-2208 T, 250-9922108 F or hhunt@quesnel.ca. City Hall - 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 T - 250-992-2111 W - www.quesnel.ca Hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (except Statutory Holidays)

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OPINIONS

Hand-free no better

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hould phoning and texting while driving carry the same penalties as drunk driving? That was the topic of the August 25 episode of CBC Radio’s Cross Country Checkup. Guest host, Ted Blades, introduced the topic with the statistic that distracted driving, such as talking on phones and texting, has become the No. 1 cause of highway deaths in Nova Scotia and Saskatchewan. It is No. 2 in Ontario, behind speeding but ahead of drunk driving. Laws prohibiting hand held but allowing hands free cell phone use were exposed as problematic. According to guest Jeff Walker, the National Vice President of Public Affairs for the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA), the data says that hands free cell phone use, whether voice to text or talking, is just as bad and may be worse than having the cell phone in your hands. We get frustrated and angry every time we think about British Columbia’s laws that prohibit hand held but implicitly endorse hands free cell phone use. Perhaps our law makers were misinformed about the dangers of distracted driving when we brought in the law. As the statistics for distracted driving injuries and deaths climb, how can we not yet have woken up to the truth and changed the law to prohibit cell phone use while driving altogether? Perhaps politicians don’t like to admit when they’re wrong, particularly after having caused a mass purchase of hands-free cell phone technology. We forgive you for being wrong. Please, just do what’s right. How many hundreds of millions, perhaps billions, of tax dollars and other costs to British Columbians need to be wasted in emergency services, medical care, economic and other losses, before we start taking steps to solve this growing problem? Given our collective ignorance about the dangers of cell phone use while driving, it’s fuelled by a lack of legal prohibition when that behaviour is done hands free. Once we learn about how dangerous the behaviour is, though, I would argue that the sober choice to engage in a dangerous driving behaviour is even more morally reprehensible than making the alcohol impaired choice of driving drunk. – Black Press

From homeless to happy

he first time I met my friend Mike Harvey he was homeless. He wasn’t living out of his car, or so sick that he wanted to die anymore, but he was still very much what society would consider ‘on the skids.’ It was at a local soup kitchen where we first spoke a year and a half ago. I was on location at the Kelowna Gospel Mission covering a fundraising competition between local chefs for Shaw TV and he was working as the dishwasher and living there as well. I saw him and many of the mission’s residents that week, as well as the hungry people who came in for a hot, healthy meal. It was both heartbreaking to see people needing the help and heartwarming to witness them getting it. In so many countries around the world this wouldn’t happen. Once my week of covering that story was over, Mike and I exchanged email addresses and vowed to stay in touch. I went back to my life with a newfound gratitude for the roof over my head and the love of my family and he continued his journey

Lori Welbourne

On A Brighter Note of self-healing and the rebuilding of his life. As depressed as he was when he first arrived at the mission, he wasn’t content doing nothing and accepted a volunteer position working as their dishwasher. For about nine months he worked in the kitchen all day, seven days a week, while starting up a “Law of Attraction” support group that promotes emitting positive energy to attract more of the same. “Mental attitude controls our thought patterns,” he said. “And I needed to change mine.” He also needed to change his eating habits and had accomplished that. Years prior, Mike had contracted Lyme disease, which damaged his brain and left him feeling crazy. Unable to work for a long period of time and living

I had coffee with Mike this week while he was in town for his daughter’s wedding. He had just come from a volunteer shift at the Kelowna Gospel Mission where he visited some of his old “inmates” as he jokingly calls them. “I think all these shelters should offer some kind of ‘Law of Attraction’ program,” he said. “And educate people on the chemicals they’re probably consuming. It could change their lives like it did for me.” People become homeless for a variety of reasons and they all have a story to tell. Thank goodness for shelters and food banks and all the wonderful people in the community who donate time, money or food. And thank goodness for someone like Mike Harvey, brave to share his experience. He’s a good reminder of how easy it can be to lose everything, and how important it is for us to help each other when needed. To contact Mike visit: Call4Mike.ca Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com

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alone in his car in the U.S., his daughter eventually kidnapped him and brought him back home to Canada. “I’m lucky she did that,” he said. “At that point I wanted to die.” Extremely sick, and initially not knowing the reason, Mike had also developed an extreme sensitivity to MSG, which he found to be in almost everything. “It wasn’t until I started making juice with organic produce that I started to feel better,” he said. He also discovered he had lead poisoning, which he believes he got from the drinking water where he grew up. Ridding himself of that allowed him to improve his physical state and the work he was doing on his mental health increased his possibilities. He was offered a job at a restaurant, affording him the ability to move out of the shelter. He later applied his skills working at Home Depot and then started up his own handyman and contracting business in Calgary, where he had moved.

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Speak your minds Can anybody help me? Editor: tired of sounding like a Finally another voice. “Thank you, Hei- voice in the wilderness. Thank you Heide I am glad someone di Krause, I feel has Krause, I feel you hit taken up the slack. the nail on the head you hit the nail Maybe, just maybe one when you say that day our elected (not on the head...” anointed) officials will mayor and council are sore losers. actually acknowledge I have said time and input from and listen time again they are not to the taxpayer. listening to the taxpayer, I am not I just wish more people like for the Multi-Centre. The time has Heide would start questioning passed, let us move on. our so called representatives on I don’t feel city staff are not council. helpful as those they answer to, Ron Campbell (tired of hitting mayor and council, they forget we his head against a brick wall) pay their salary. I have joined the taxpayer ranks of the apathy group. I was Quesnel

Letters to the Editor

Editor: I am writing you as I’m hoping perhaps you or one of your readers could give me some information. It concerns my aunt and uncle, who lived in Quesnel years ago. My uncle was Alex Sahonavitch and my aunt was Hazel Sahonavitch. Aunt Hazel’s maiden name was Ridley. She had two sisters (both deceased now) Ruby Marquirite and Bertha Ann. Ruby was my mother – first married name was Felton and her second married name was Fraser. My mom

lived in Chilliwack, B.C. Aunty Bertha’s married name was Boise. My Aunt Hazel and Uncle Alex started the Cariboo Digest, and it was changed to North West Digest (or visa versa.) It’s now called BC Outdoors. My aunt did all the illustrations while my uncle wrote the articles. Now, I’m 73 years of age myself, so I really think maybe there’s no old timers that would remember my aunt and uncle, but perhaps there’s some youngsters out there that may remember they had a daughter Ann (don’t know if

she spelled her name with an “e” or not.) My question is would anyone in Quesnel know a young girl by her name – Ann Sahonavitch? I have an old photo of her sitting in front of a fireplace with a cocker spaniel dog. A black and white photo. Ann is about 5 – 7 years old in the photo. Any and all responses would be greatly appreciated. Eloise Toms Ashcroft, B.C. Contact the Observer for address.

Letters and emails must include full name and contact phone number and should be 250 words or less. The editor reserves the right to edit submissions for clairity, brevity and legality. Letters to the Editor, Quesnel Cariboo Observer, 188 Carson Ave. Quesnel, BC V2J 2A8 email: newsroom@quesnelobserver.com Ph: 250-992-2121 Fax: 250-992-5229 Quesnel Cariboo Observer is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

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A Glimpse of History 50 yeArs AGo

Heidi Cave chooses life after an accident strips her of all that was familiar. Contributed photo

From horrific to hope

Transforming tragedy to inspirational ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter In her book Fancy Feet, Heidi Cave chronicles a journey few have traveled – the road to hell and back. After a car crash in the Lower Mainland, which killed her best friend Betty and left Heidi battling lifethreatening injuries, the brave 23-year-old eventually triumphed over catastrophic injuries, severe mental anguish and challenging rehabilitation. The collision, where a reckless driver going more than 100km/hour

crashed into Heidi’s vehicle, sent the car careening down an embankment coming to rest on a roof, killing Betty instantly and leaving Heidi injured. It was the ensuing fire which burned 52 per cent of her body that created an incredibly difficult recovery which sent the young woman on a different life path. Written by Heidi, Fancy Feet takes the reader from the moment she remembers (she still has no recollection of the accident) – the moment she awakens from a two-week coma. Her memories of this time are vivid, the

Smith, Georgina

May 5th, 1944 – September 10th, 2013 After a courageous yearlong battle with cancer, Georgina passed away at home with husband Lorne by her side. She never complained, maintained a brave and cheerful outlook of an optimistic future, even through countless radiation and chemotherapy treatments. Georgina was born May 5th, 1944 in St. Boniface, MB and her family moved to B.C. in 1950. After living in various places within B.C., their family moved to Bralorne where she met and married Lorne on July 27th, 1963. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to Quesnel where they’ve called home ever since. Georgina is survived by her husband Lorne, sons David and George and daughter Tammy Brown (Scott) sister Eugenie Smith and brother Bob Einfeld (Yana) grandchildren Geordie, Jenessa, Ethan and Erin, great grandsons Noah and Ryder, nieces, step daughter Lucy (Darren) great nieces/nephews and a large extended family. Georgina is predeceased by her parents Fred and Jean, her brother Frank, her brother-in-law Neil, nephew Jerry and daughter-in-law Jackie. Her friends and family will remember her as a loving, kind-hearted, generous and sometimes feisty woman, who really will be dearly missed by those that are left behind. Special thanks to all the great palliative nurses and home care workers that took such good care of Georgina. Should friends and loved ones choose, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Society in her name. A celebration of life will be held at the Red Bluff Hall on October 13th at 2 pm

pain, the treatments, the trauma, the lifealtering decisions beginning with her commitment to live, to the recovery of her new normal life. Through it all, Heidi comes to terms with her vulnerability, exposure to necessary medical indignities and the excruciating long recovery, including adjusting to prosthetic feet and lower legs. However, this is not a story of depression and hopelessness, it’s truly a story of survival, discovery, growth and hope for her future. Through it all, Heidi relied on the support of loving,

devoted family, friends and the man who would become her life partner, Scott Cave. Together they parent two children and Heidi has forged a career providing inspirational and motivational seminars. Scott is grandson to local pioneers Phillip Warden, Sr. and Toby Cave. This book was riveting. Long past the initial shocking story, Heidi writes with a passion and skill that keeps the reader turning page after page, eager to find out what happens next to this remarkable young woman.

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Published by Behler Publications, more information about the author’s experiences and the book Fancy Feet is available at the author’s website heidicave.com. The book is also available through Amazon.ca or Amazon.com and locally at Caryall Books.

september 12, 1963 two mile flat residents adopt local services Act “In a turbulent meeting, held at the Canadian Legion rec-room last night, residents of the Two Mile Flat Area decided to proceed with a fire protection agreement with the Town of Quesnel under the Local Services Act rather than the Water Improvement District Plan. The stormy gathering, which saw charges and counter-charges hurled from the chair and from the floor, passed a motion of nonconfidence in the group’s chairman Richard Gook, and elected Ray McGregor to head the committee. Other members are A. Harvey and C. Leonard, who called the meeting. Mr. Gook was called upon to explain why he had written the Department of Municipal Affairs in Victoria asking that fire protection be withheld under the proposal made by the other committee members. Mr. Gook replied that 92% of the residents had signed a petition favouring the Improvement District Plan and that this was what he had been working toward.” ”This Column is to highlight our 50th Anniversary

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Top: it was a long and solitary walk for Bert Koning but with the support of family and friends he crossed the self-imposed finish line (below.) Donna Koning photos

Cancer survivor makes the long trek to Barkerville

n Aug. 26, 2013, I walked from Quesnel to Barkerville, starting at the Gold Pan at the bottom of airport hill. What made this trip seem impossible was I have spent many years fighting liver disease and the last few years fighting colon cancer. When I got the all clear from my doctors, I decided to celebrate this victory and to prove to myself it was really gone. I was going to walk to Barkerville. I’m sure some people thought I may have set the bar too high, seeing that I’m already 61 years old. My family was behind me all the way but when you are fighting this relentless disease, you are alone and somewhere deep inside you have to find the strength and desire and will to overcome this terrible enemy. You need hope and some never get the

chance. The first day, I walked to the other side of the Mexican Hill. My daughter came to check on me and best of all brought me a Tim Horton’s coffee. My wife picked me up and we marked the spot with a ribbon and slept at Cottonwood House. Some people don’t know you can rent cabins there. It was more than reasonable and very clean. In the morning, we set off again from where we had stopped the previous day. Half way through the day a car stopped on the side of the road. It was a family friend who was also an ambulance attendant here in town. She had heard from my daughter what I was trying to accomplish and came to check on me. She brought me a Tim Horton’s coffee. As I walked, people waved, some honked. A lady from Wells offered

me a ride but that would have defeated my intention of walking to Barkerville, I explained and sent her on her way with thanks. I finished the second day at the 2100 Road, about half way down Devil’s Canyon. My wife picked me up and we slept at Cottonwood House that night. The next day I walked into Wells and my daughter came to check on me and, you guessed it, brought me a Tim Horton’s coffee. By now my knees and feet were sore. I think sometimes it’s easier to walk up hill than downhill. I was almost ready to quit, thinking to myself, Wells is good enough. Then I saw them, signs made by my grandchildren and family, pounded into the side of road “Go Grandpa Go”, “We Love You”, “We are so proud of you”. It made my heart swell. This gave me the push I needed to finish my journey and

when I got to Barkerville, my two daughters put a sign that said “You Made It” and crepe ribbon for me to cross. Barkerville staff found out what I had done and they presented me a book about Barkerville, gave us free entrance and a stagecoach ride. Thank-you to the staff at Barkerville for their generosity. It was a perfect ending. So why did you do it? So many people have asked

me. This week many places are celebrating Terry Fox’s journey. Every May, my family and I take part in the Quesnel Relay for Life. I felt that my journey might bring hope and I felt that it was appropriate to show folks that cancer can be beaten. The C word is hard to deal with but there are many people who are there to help us fight this insidious enemy. They are in your corner

all the way. To those on the second floor of our hospital – thank you for all your help. To the doctors – thank you. And if you think you are having a bad day, go up to the second floor and see such courage that I can never describe and a zest for life that I still can’t put into words. Most of us know someone who has been affected by cancer. Something happens when you come face to face with your own mortality that changes you. Thank you to all my friends and family for their prayers on my behalf. Even as I write this, another friend of ours succumbs to this disease. My word of encouragement to all that are facing this enemy, remember, you are not alone. – submitted by Bert Koning

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Some of the many pounds of donated food for the food bank.

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Quesnel gives generously

BC Thanksgiving Food Drive gathers 8,000 pounds for food bank Saturday, Sept. 14 dawned sunny and warm, a great day for the B.C. Thanksgiving Food Drive. With the help of 20 families and about 250 hours of work, 8,000 pounds of food was brought in to the Quensel Food Bank, more than double last year’s amount. The Salvation Army is incredibly grateful to everyone who donated to the food bank.

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About 2,400 homes were collected from, more than 60 per cent higher than last year; next year, organizers would like to get to more areas around Quesnel. If anyone would like to help with a route next year and volunteer 4 – 5 hours, get a hold of Graeme Armstrong, 250-92501808. – submitted by Graeme Armstrong

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LIFESTYLES MUSEUM CELEBRATES 50 YEARS

Quesnel River bridge collapsed closing highway into town

his bridge now minutes after the span known as the Johnwent down and within a ston subdivision half hour he had a crew bridge, collapsed on Sunday gathered and was startevening June13, 1954. ing on a fill which would The south section of the provide motor vehicle bridge gave way as a heavy access to the P.G.E. bridge, Public Works truck haulnow serving as emergency ing a 40-ton rock crusher crossing. Until the rail unit started across. The bridge was decked to allow PAST TIME 70-foot section settled in a motor travel, automobiles sharp V, dropping the truck were re-routed by way and cargo 20 feet to the shore of the of Alexandria Ferry. Greyhound busriver. Driver Frank Herrod scrambled ses transferred their passengers at that up the steeply sloping deck and ran to point, bring them north on a bus moved safety on the north shore as shattered south from Quesnel over the Fraser road timbers were still setting. Collapse of on the west shore. Monday morning the the bridge halted all Cariboo Highway P.G.E. crew also joined in the emergency traffic through Quesnel, cut off longjob, dumping gravel for a fill on the distance phone facilities and snapped south shore at the Patchett mill site and the water main feeding residents in spiking heavy planking on the bridge Johnston sub-division. District engineer as fast as it was delivered. By Monday E.W. Hall was on scene less than five evening approximately 24 hours after

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the highway bridge went out, traffic was again flowing over the river. Meanwhile village workmen had effected emergency repairs to the damaged water main and outside telephone communications had been restored. The Quesnel River bridge was repaired and back in service in just over three weeks time after the collapse on June 13,1954 this opened the highway to full traffic. This 1927 King Truss bridge was actually the third bridge crossing the river at this point. The first bridge was built in 1875 here, it was washed out the same year. The second bridge was built at the same spot that year and lasted until the King truss bridge was built. In 1974 the current bridge, built with steel beams and open deck grating, was built. Honey Affleck is chair of the museum commission and regular Observer contributor.

Community Calendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC... MONDAY WOULD YOU LIKE TO VOLUNTEER FOR THE PINK SALMON PATROL? Volunteers can sign up for a two-hour timeslot to walk around Baker Creek and let people know the pink salmon are spawning. It’s a very rewarding and simple volunteer opportunity. Free refreshments at Bliss for on-duty volunteers. To sign up contact 250-9925833 or email bces@ telus.net. HOUSE PLANTS FOR SALE all proceeds to Lions Senior Housing, phone 250992-7184. TWO RIVERS BOXING, Monday, Wednesday, Friday,

6 – 7:30 p.m. Native Friendship Centre, newcomers welcome. Drop by and have fun.

TUESDAY QUESNEL LADIES CURLING CLUB annual general meeting and registration, Sept. 24, 7 p.m. in the Curling Club lounge. DARTS! LOOKING FOR NEW PLAYERS for the 2013–2014 season. Mixed dart league. No experience necessary. Every Tuesday night, 6:45 p.m. at Elks Lodge. Fun darts begin Sept. 24, regular play starts in October. Call Steven, 250-992-5794 for information.

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support group for those grieving the death of a loved one. 13 weeks, beginning Sept. 19, Northstar Church, cost is $20. Contact Carol, 250992-5369, Debbie 250-747-1500. SENIORS CENTRE HARVEST DINNER Oct. 3, 5:30 p.m. doors open, dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets at Seniors Centre for $20/each.

POOL Sept. 20, 8 – 10 a.m. Try the Aqualite class, chat with instructor, relax in hot tun, steam sauna or just swim around a bit. OLD TIME FIDDLERS HOSPITALITY AND JAM NIGHT, Legion hall, Oct. 4, 7 p.m. Families welcome. Admission by donation.

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ANNUAL TAKE BACK THE NIGHT Sept. 20, 3:30 p.m. beginning at Women’s Memorial on Bowron Ave. For information about this event contact Women’s Resource Centre, 250-992-8472.

QUESNEL FALL FAIR Sept. 21 – 22 at Alex Fraser Park. Free admission. Lots of fun, family activities including pony rides, Firetruck Pull, cattle show, arts and agricultural exhibits in West Fraser Timber Room, Arts and Rec. Centre.

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SUNDAY QUESNEL CRAFTERS SOCIETY AGM Sept. 29, 1 p.m., at Cariboo Keepsakes (Hudson Bay Bldg on Carson.) New members and prospective members invited to attend.

ACW HARVEST DINNER Sept. 29, St. John’s Anglican Church Hall, Doors open at 5 p.m., tickets available at church office, $15 (adults), $7.50 (children under 12) and $40 (family). A fund-raising event for St. John’s refugee family.

ONGOING EVENTS QUESNEL LIONS HOUSING SOCIETY now has a mailing address for donations. Forward donations to P.O. Box 4535, Quesnel, B.C., V2J 3J8. GOLDEN CENTRE FALL ACTIVITIES Monday, crib, whist, pool; Tuesday, floor bowling, floor curling, pool; closed Wednesday; Thursday, crib, whist,

pool; Friday, whist, crib pool. Lunch available, $5, 11:30 – 12:30; regular monthly meeting third Tuesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. beginning Sept. 17; potluck lunch, third Friday of the month, 11:15 – 12:30 p.m. SCANDANAVIAN CARDS first and third Wednesday of the month at Seniors Centre, l7 p.m. Meeting second Wednesday of the month at Seniors Centre. Meetings and Special Events, Workshops, Signups and Non-profit Groups will run in the Sunday or Wednesday edition. The deadline for the Wednesday Observer is Monday at noon, and the deadline for the weekend edition is Wednesday at 5 pm. All meeting notices and regular submissions to Community Calendar must be renewed every three months. Due to the volume of material, we clear the column every three months and only print newly submitted material.

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For church directory information call Trina at 250-992-2121 A Place To Call HOME

382 Anderson Drive Pastor Andrew Baduria 250-983-9700 Service Times Sunday Morning Worship 11am • Sunday Afternoon worship 2 pm Wednesday evening prayer and Bible study • 7pm

“Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the lord draweth nigh.” James 5:8

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250-747-3116 - 143 Coach Road Associate Pastor: Monte Harrop FAmily WoRShip SeRviCe 10:30 am Children’s Church (2-11 yr. olds) during service SUNDAy SChool for all ages 9:15 am www.bethelchurchquesnel.com

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These two framed pictures of First World War soldiers were donated to the Salvation Army as part of an estate liquidation. One of the volunteers purchased them last fall and tried to research them but with no names, no identification, not even rank, she passed them on to Legion director Al Onischak who is attempting to locate anyone who might have information. If you have any details that might help or would like to have a better look at the photos, visit the Legion.

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St. Andrew’s United Church Celebrating 100 years 1911-2011

lay Ministry • Sunday Service & Sunday School: ............... 1030 am • Healing Clinic: .......................... Tues. 9 am - 12 pm Call Lynn LeBlanc at 747-4694 for an appointment 218 Kinchant St. office: 250-992-2313

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Sunday Morning - 8 am Holy Communion - 10 am Family Eucharist Every 3rd Sunday - 10 am Morning Prayer Anglican Church-Hall Rentals-call Sue at 250-992-2568 Incumbent - Rev. Len Fraser 778-349-1528

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The manufacture of log and timber homes has been a key industry in the Cariboo Chilcotin for many years. Contributed photo

CCBAC supports log home production code standards worldwide. CCBAC is proud to have been able to support the research required to prove the energy efficiency of log and timber homes. By testing varying methods of log home construction for energy consumption and comparing the results to traditional building methods it is hoped that these structures will be soon be recognized as a certified and approved product in the building codes

of most, if not all, jurisdictions. This recognition will also be an important marketing tool, as energy consumption is a key factor for people considering a log or timber frame home. An effective marketing strategy is a key element of this project and is critical to the ongoing success and growth of this industry. Marketing surveys have been conducted and strategies are being developed to ensure log and timber

home manufacturers can operate successfully now as well as plan for future market trends. As market conditions improve in the United States, we are confident that we will see a resurgence of this industry in the region. We encourage you to visit; http://www. bclogandtimberbuilders.com/ and learn more about the industry that is so much a part of our history and our culture. The focus of

CCBAC is on economic diversification, education and social sustainability and this project is an excellent example of what can be done when stakeholders work together for a common cause. CCBAC was pleased to work with the Pine Beetle Epidemic Response Branch of the Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training, the BC Log and Timber Building Industry Association, Western Economic Diversification and the other beetle action

coalitions to ensure the success of this project. Other examples of CCBAC supported projects in the region include The Gavin Lake Trail project; the “Ride the Cariboo” Mountain Bike Project and “Art is Your Business” workshops. The Gavin Lake Project was spearheaded by the Gavin Lake Forest Education Centre and provides accessible trails so that locals and visitors can enjoy the outdoors,

even with a physical disability; the “Ride the Cariboo” project is led by the Cariboo Mountain Bike Consortium and promotes the mountain biking experience in Cariboo communities and is already proving to be a significant draw for tourism; and the “Art is Your Business” workshops led by Island Mountain Arts provided area artists with the tools they need if they wish to create an income from their passion.

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How to celebrate forestry week During National Forest Week (NFW), Canadians are invited to learn more about our forest legacy and to raise awareness about this valuable and renewable resource. Forests are fundamental to our economy, culture, history and future. Communities, families and individuals of both rural and urban settings are linked to our forests –their health is our health. Although special activities are promoted across Canada, National Forest Week remains first and foremost a challenge to individual Canadians to learn more about their forest heritage and support greater recognition of this valuable resource. The theme of this year’s National Forest Week is The Greenest Work Force. The Canadian Forestry Association and Canadian

Institute of Forestry are proud to be partnered with the Forest Products Association of Canada’s new program TheGreenestWorkForce. This program, in conjunction with this year’s NFW theme, is intended to highlight the important work of forest practitioners and to promote the value in choosing forestry as a career. New and exciting opportunities for growth and innovation within Canada’s forestry sector offer something for everyone. Future forestry leaders can live their dream of working where their passion lies – in the woods. Remember: forests are crucial to the ecological, economic and social health of communities across Canada. How to Participate in National Forest Week • learn about organizations

that demonstrate or help others with sustainable forest management • tour a forest sector industry or processing site • learn about the positive and negative effects of forest fires • contact a provincial forestry association for teaching materials • get involved with your local CIF/IFC section • arrange a tree planting (www.treecanada.org, National Tree Planting Day is Sept. 25) • take a walk in woods nearby and get to know your forest—listen to birds; identify different plants; enjoy being in nature • care for a newly planted or neglected tree and study its species • identify all the things at home or school that are made of wood

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Forest trivia – Did you know...? • Explorer Captain Cook was the first European to make use of B.C.’s forest products. Sailing masts were fashioned from the tallest Douglas-firs. • B.C. lumber was used for trestles, ties and bridges on the Canadian Pacific Railway. • B.C.’s first sawmill was built in 1847 at Esquimalt Harbour. • B.C. is the world’s largest exporter of softwood lumber. • Less than one per cent of forest land is harvested each year. • B.C. is Canada’s most ecologically diverse province, with temperate rainforests, dry pine forests, alpine meadows and more. • B.C. has more than 40

different species of trees. • B.C. spruce was used to build British Mosquito fighter bombers during the Second World War. • The masts and booms of the famous Bluenose schooner, pictured on the dime, were made from B.C. Douglas-fir. • One metric tonne of dry wood pulp will make...1 tonne of newspaper, 1,400 lbs of magazine paper and 0.9 tonne of toilet paper. • Sawmills use computers and lasers to get the most value out of every log. • Roofing shakes are made from blocks of wood too small to cut into lumber. • An average house requires 15,000 board feet of lumber. • Tree cellulose is a

thickening ingredient in ketchup, ice cream and thousands of common foods. • Disposable medical lab coats are made from the woven fibres of western redcedar. • Wood is the only renewable, biodegradable, natural and non-toxic building material in the world. • B.C. planted its six billionth tree in 2008. • The first lumber sawn in B.C. was floor planks for a Vancouver Island dairy farm. B.C.’s first pulp mill was built in 1894 at Port Alberni. • More than half of B.C.’s old growth forests are protected in parks or otherwise off-limits to harvesting.

Tips for driving resource roads With forestry comes logging trucks. Here are some tips for driving on resource roads: • Expect large industrial vehicles that need more space and time to stop. • Reduce speed, never exceed 80 km/hour and drive according to road conditions and visibility. • Yield to industrial traffic. • Drive with your lights on. • Stop only in safe visible locations. • Observe and obey road signs. • Always have an emergency plan and kit, extra food, clothing and water.

• Don’t drink and drive. • Stay alert! Focus on driving. • Wear your seatbelt. “Every day needs to be a safe driving day on all our roads. My best advice to anyone, whether driving for business or pleasure, is never get in a vehicle to drive unless you are well-rested, prepared for the trip and ready to give 100 per ent of your focus and attention to the road,” said Rick Walters, Director Transportation, BCFSC. About BCFSC: The British Columbia Forest Safety Council was created in

September 2004 as a not-forprofit society dedicated to promoting forest safety in the forest industry. The organization provides training, information, guidance, safety advisor advocacy, safety reviews and audits to industry. The focus is on preventing fatalities and injuries by helping all industry participants implement best practice safety performance in every forest harvesting job. This covers silviculture activities and timber falling, to machine operators, log truck drivers, heli-logging operations, water haulers and more. Unsafe is Unacceptable.

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Friday, September 20, 2013 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

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A pack of excited football players jetted south last weekend to show off their skills to a CFL-sized crowd at BC Stadium. The pee wee Cariboo Bombers joined their counterparts from P.G. and Vanderhoof to take on a team from the Cowichan Valley in a scrimmage during the half time for the B.C. Lions/Montreal Alouettes. The Bombers were allowed onto the field during warm up to get autographs and chat with the professionals.

While the pee wees were scrimmaging on the big field, the atoms were winning their second game against Prince George. The atoms took charge of the game, winning it handily, at 13-0.

Celebration of Football in Quesnel It’s been quite a start for the Cariboo Bombers and they, along with the Correlieu Clan football team, hope to celebrate it with the whole community this Saturday.

All three teams will be playing games at Cariboo field,. This will mark the first home game for the pee wee and atom Cariboo Bombers and a rare treat for the Clan. “We’re thrilled to be hosting our first regular season home game in many years,” Clan coach Jeff Morris said. Games start at 10 a.m. for peewee, 1:30 p.m. for Atom and 2:45 for Correlieu vs. PGSS.

Big actions results in big injuries Many Quesnel motocross racers attended BCMA's race in Williams Lake this past weekend. With only three races left in the season, racers from all skill levels put their best effort forward. Beginners, Juniors, to Vet Master's turned up the heat in the all ready 30 degree weather making it one of the most fast and furious races of the season. Along with the fast pace came many accidents, causing the most injuries on a single day of racing.

Williams Lake emergency room was very busy after at least five separate incidents. Jr A/Mx2 saw the worst pile up five seconds into the race, with seven bikes tangling after the first corner, causing the race to be red flagged. Once the track was cleared of injured riders and broken bikes, they restarted the race. Top rider # 671 Jackson Nickolet went back out despite suffering some injuries. He came back to take second overall on Sunday in Jr. A class. Friends on and off the track,

Nickolet and #82 Colton Shepherd put on an exciting race in the Schoolboy class, at times side by side in the air, flying over the 90 ft jump while battling for points to earn top positions as the season is nearing the end. For Nickolet it was a sweet birthday victory taking first place both Saturday and Sunday in Schoolboy. Shepherd took a third place trophy overall in Schoolboy and a third place trophy in Jr.A/ Mx3. Supermini racer's Austin

Watson and Dayne Cutrell went fast and furious on their 85 cc's with # 63 Watson finishing second on Sunday and #55 Cutrell taking a trip to the emergency room. Coming around a corner at the top of the hill just after the step up, Catrell went down with several other riders resulting in a broken arm. Catrell will also be sadly missed amongst the Quesnel rider's along with Jordy Davis also on leave due to an injury. Scott Davis, Brian Watson, Haiden Watson, Jordan Brears,

Jared Lucus and others were amongst the Quesnel racers who rode successful races in Williams Lake, however, for many other racers from out of town, the weekend also ended with trips to the emergency room, resulting in some minor and more serious injuries. The weekend of Sept. 21 – 22, BCMA racing will be hosted in Prince George for their second to last race of the season with the last race to follow on Sept. 28 and 29 in Ashcroft. –Submitted by Gerri Shepherd See A23 for photos

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Temperatures and participants soar in cariboo mountain race In record Cariboo Mountain temperatures, last weekend, 60 participants from 16 cities tromped the skyline in the seventh Annual 7 Summits Bike and Hike Challenge. This 60 km event covers seven mountains in seven stages, with more than seven thousand feet of elevation gain in just one day. The event starts on the streets of Barkerville Historic Town in the North Cariboo Mountains, near Quesnel. Participants finally end their day, as much as 12 selfpropelled hours later, in the picturesque town of Wells to celebrate their accomplishment. This Cariboo Mountain event is notable for the challenging mountain weather conditions of the North Cariboo in Fall. However, the challenge this year was in keeping hydrated in temperatures in the high 20s while hiking or biking uphill. With more than 40 km of biking and more than 20 km of hiking, this event was accomplished this year with an average time of more than nine hours from start to finish. Although some may ask, “Why do it?”, this unique event challenges individuals to push their personal limits in a social and non-competitive environment that combines beautiful

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hikes in the North Cariboo alpine with a festive atmosphere. With more than 20 women registered, including two women from Prince George who ran the entire distance without bikes, the event has wide appeal. 55 people completed the entire route. Event organizer Dave Jorgenson was thrilled by the results. “Everyone commented on how happy this event makes them feel,” he said. “Here's our ultimate goal: to get people to experience the mountains, acknowledge and respect our alpine treasures, connect

with the history and have a great day! Clearly it's working.” Peter Findlay, of Kamloops, improved on his first place finish time by another 10 minutes this year, reducing the 60 km event to a 5 hour and 3 minute course. Stephan Widmer, of Prince George followed close, a mere 10 minutes behind. However, the perpetual trophy for this event goes, not to the fastest, but the 'Most Average' Time. At 9 hours and 6 minutes, Matt White of North Vancouver was immortalized on the perpetual trophy for exemplifying the spirit of enjoyment of the mountains. In

addition, being the seventh 7 Summits a special pottery piece was commissioned from artist Joan Beck, of Williams Lake, for all seven participants who were closest to the 'Most Average Time' this year. Noted for its quirky style, this event draws some of the top trail athletes from around British Columbia, as well as a variety of participants from every region of the province who are attracted by its raw beauty, inclusive style and relaxed and communal atmosphere. The7 Summits Bike and Hike Challenge was created at the Bear’s

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t was nip and tuck if the H2O in rink 1 would be in a liquid or solid state for the start of the FHL’s 20th season and despite most of the players looking like they were skating in quicksand, Bear out lasted BCS for the 2-0 victory. Scoring what proved to be the winner on a scramble was Brody (Hands of Silk) Neighbour, who also had Steve Dodge a breakaway attempt thwarted PAPERBACK WRITER as he and Doug (Big) Mack peppered their favourite Mike in the BCS cage. With all four FHL net minders sharing the same name, it may get confusing at times, but this week’s ‘Mike of the Match’ was Mike (Arrow) Smith, who earned the shutout in his FHL debut, as he stopped all of the rubber BCS shot at him thanks to a style reminiscent of a young Dominic Hasek. Rounding out the scoring for Bear was Brian (The Bull) Inwood, who blasted a shot into the empty net from just inside the Blue Collar blue line as the clock slowly wound down. The other contest saw plenty of scoring as Fraser River jumped out to a 6-4 half time lead that they nursed to a 7-4 victory over the Builders. Savouring a chance to play with new line mates was Kevin (Nightrider) Hesslegrave, who scored the hat trick and assisted on a pair, as he and (Sugar) Shane Baker, who scored once and had three assists, enjoyed a chemistry that should make their wives take note. Also having fine games were the Boudreau boys as (Gentle) Glen scored once and added a helper with (Mad) Mark chipping in a pair of assists. Replying for the Builders was Lee (New Skates) Naeth, who scored twice and added a helper as Todd (The Body) Gryschuk tapped one in and assisted on Les (Knuckles) Nylen’s first FHL marker. With this being the 20th anniversary season of the FHL, each week we will feature a “Blast from the Past” that occurred on the same week in the previous 19 seasons. This week, Season 2 (1995) saw Brian (Kitkat) Nielson score a hat trick as Garry (Hulkster) Horley, Rick (The Wizard) Izzard and Brad (La, La, La) Lavigne all scored a pair of highlight reel goals. –Steve Dodge is a defensive winger with Bear Communications and an Observer contributor

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Rice and Beef Burritos

Rice and Beef Burritos offer families a portable and worry-free meal when leading an on-the-go lifestyle. Whether running to soccer practice, swimming lessons or a t-ball game, rice, fresh vegetables, black beans and lean ground beef will give your body the fuel it needs for maximum performance. 1/2 lb 1 cup 1 tsp 1/2 tsp 1 1-1/2 cups

extra lean ground beef 250g minced onion 250 mL ancho chili powder* 5 mL ground cumin 2 mL 19 oz (540 mL) can black beans, rinsed well and drained 1 salsa (mild, medium or hot) 375 mL

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Garnishes: Sprigs of cilantro Lime wedges Sour cream or plain yogurt In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until no pink remains, about 10 minutes. Drain any fat, crumble and return meat to skillet. Add onion, ancho chili powder and cumin. Cook, stirring often, until onions are slightly softened; about 5 minutes. Stir in beans and salsa. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in corn (do not need to thaw) and rice until well combined. To serve: Spoon about 1 cup (250 mL) of the rice mixture in the center of each tortilla. Top with 1/2 cup (125 mL) lettuce and 1/4 cup (50 mL) of cheese and two pieces of avocado. Add a sprig of cilantro, a squeeze of lime and dollop of sour cream/yogurt if desired. Fold bottom edge, then sides; roll up. Can be served cold, at room temperature or warmed in the microwave if desired. Makes 6 servings. * Substitute chili powder if ancho chili powder is not available PER SERVING (1/6 of filling and 1 burrito): about 440 cal, 21 g pro, 11 g total fat, 64 g carb, 6 g fibre, 750 mg sodium - News Canada

Back to School & Back to Sports! September can be busy getting back into the swing of school and sports, and Regency is here to help! If you purchase a vehicle during September, and bring in your receipts for school supplies or sports enrollment for your kids or yourself, we will reimburse you up to $500 per family. (If your family doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have kids in school, you can also receive a cash back offer or parts credit for $500 - after all, we learned in school not to leave anyone out! )

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In Memoriam

Gordon Crowe Nelson

Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association

(Gordie, Gord, Gorn, Nel)

April 16, 1925 ~ August 29, 2013

Your tax-deductible donation either to continuing palliative care services or to Quesnel Hospice House will assist those living with or affected by life-threatening illnesses, by providing dignified care and comfort. Donations may be sent to: Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association PO BOX 4537, Quesnel, BC V2J 3J8 Volunteer Co-ordinator/Grief Counsellor 250-985-5815 Executive Secretary/Donations 250-985-5816

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Born April 16, 1925, Gord passed away on August 29, 2013 at the New Denver Pavillion. He is survived by his wife of 64½ years Elizabeth (Betty), son Doug (Holly) of Quesnel, daughter Penny (Mike) of Nanaimo, sons Blair of Kelowna, Stuart (Diane) of Silverton and daughter Cindy (Walt) Osip of Quesnel. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 11 greatgrandchildren, sisters Mary (Dave), June (Kent) and brothers Ab and George (Karen). He was predeceased by sisters Margaret and Frances. Gord was born and raised in Silverton where he raised his family and worked his whole life. He brightened everyone’s day with his big smile and twinkling blue eyes. Let’s not forget his stuttering humour. He knew everyone and treated

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If you don’t remember Gord as the guy with a pipe in his mouth driving the Esso fuel truck with Scottie dog in the passenger seat, then you remember him, again with the pipe, driving the Dad was able to be at home school bus also with Scottie these last 3 years with at his side. the help and wonderful support of Lara and Ann Gord had nicknames for of Community Home everyone and was never Support Services. Thank short of rhymes and you Theresa, Eva, Candace, riddles. Right to the end Lora-lee and all who came he was still trying to smile into Mom’s and Dad’s and to make us smile. He home. will be so missed by us all. There will be no service. Special thank-you to Dr. Dad’s request was for Burkholder and Dr. Meiger donations in his memory and the nursing staff. to BC Children’s Hospital Thank you to the New Foundation, 938 West 28th Denver Hospice Society. Avenue, Vancouver BC V5Z Your presence, compassion 4H4, of which mom and and support helped dad dad have been life-long and our family in ways we supporters. can’t find words for.

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24TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING on September 23rd, 2013 at 4:00 pm The meeting will be held at North Cariboo Aboriginal Family Program Society, located at 324 Hoy Street Quesnel, B.C. If you would like to become a member of Dakelh & Quesnel Community Housing Society, please contact the housing office on or before September 9th 2013 at 250 992 3306 If you would like to attend this meeting please contact the housing office at 250 992 3306

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Quesnel Community Economic Development Corporation JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Economic Development Officer Application Deadline: October 15, 2013 HOW TO APPLY: Please send your resume in confidence to: QCEDC Attention: Bruce Broughton 536 Kinchant Street Quesnel, B.C. V2J 2R8 Email to: broughtonb@shaw.ca Fax: 250.992.1257 Interviews and testing will be required The Quesnel Community Economic Development Corporation (QCEDC) is looking for an energetic and experienced Economic Development Officer (EDO). Located in the City of Quesnel, but serving the broader community, the EDO will lead our small but dedicated team. ACCOUNTABILITY Reporting to the board of the Economic Development Corporation, this position will be responsible for attracting, expanding and supporting the economic base of the community. The EDO has an important role in creating an overall vision and strategy for economic development within the community, and promoting Quesnel as a superior location for business and industry. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for a creative thinker and self-starter who is able to motivate a team. You must be able to work effectively with all stakeholders in the community, including representatives of various levels of government, business, the general public, city staff and council members. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of relevant post-secondary education and economic development experience. Excellent communication and presentation skills will be an asset including oral, written and graphic design. A proven track record of successful fundraising proposals and grant applications is a definite asset. Some travel is required for this job, and a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license is necessary. The salary for this position will be commensurate with education and experience, benefits are included. We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates invited to interview will be contacted.

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Help Wanted

All-West Crane & Rigging LTD. requires immediately: • Certiﬁed Heavy Duty Mechanic. Experience with cranes and Class 1 driver’s licence an asset, ability to work unsupervised, paying particular attention to detail. Some knowledge of Computers and smartphones. Submit Resume with references to: info@allwestcrane.com

Experienced Processor Operator wanted for work West of Quesnel. 4X4 pickup & radio required. Competitive wage & benefit package. Pickup allowance provided. Email resume to: tamacontracting@gmail.com

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson, Alta.

Super Suds commercial department has full/part-time positions available to prepare rugs & coveralls for deliveries. Please drop off resume @ The OutLaw, below Granvilles, and ask for Debbie or Carol.

a division of West Fraser Mills Ltd.

Electrical Trades Person Preferred candidates are Industrial Electricians possessing dual certification as a Journeyman Electrician and Industrial Instrumentation Mechanic with proven experience in any of the following: Delta V, A+B PLC, Wondereware HMI, ABB DC Drives, Mitsubishi VFD, A+B VFD, 60/13.8kV Distribution, Ethernet networks, Fisher valves, and Rosemount transmitters. Understanding of process systems is an asset and attention to safety and efficiency is a must. Good interpersonal and communication skills round out your qualifications. Please submit your resume to: Richard Cole • c/o WestPine MDF 300 Carradice Road • Quesnel, BC V2J 5Z7 Fax: (250) 991-7115 Email: richard.cole@westfraser.com

Quesnel is accepting resumes for

STORE MANAGER Retail experience and organizational skills are required. Please forward resumes to Canadian Tire Attn: Claude Landry 570 Newman Rd. Quesnel B.C. V2J 6Z8 or email: store 487@shaw.ca Canadian Tire is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified individuals to apply.

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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. Apply at:www.sperryrail.com/ careers and then choose the FastTRACK Application.

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Local Logging Co. requires FT Camp Cook in remote location. Must have valid DL & Food Safe. Experience required. Apply in person to 1437 North Fraser Drive.

Attention: Button Top Operators Loaderman required for reload job. Approx. one hour west of Williams Lake. Must have (min) five years loading experience with short logs. Fax resume: Attn. Rob Menzies (250)398-6273 or call (250)398-0564 For More Details.

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The Quesnel School District is currently seeking applications for a permanent Electrician position in the Maintenance Department. This position is 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday) 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Successful applicants would become members of CUPE Local 4990

Please forward a resume in confidence to: Human Resources Superintendent Cariboo Pulp & Paper Company PO Box 7500, Quesnel B. C. V2J 3J6 fax 250 992-0354 Email cpphr@cariboopulp.com

( Grade 12 completion ( Certifification (BCTQ) ( Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license ( Current experience and skill in the electrical trade ( Knowledge and experience in the maintenance and repair of fire and security systems, multi-zone heating systems and air conditioning. ( Excellent communication skills when dealing with staff, students and the public ( Medically fit to carry out the responsibilities of the position ( Experience in the following areas will be considered an asset; repair of small equipment, LAN wiring, computer literate, DDC, phone systems, PA and sound system All applications are to include a covering letter, resume, names of at least 3 supervisory/professional references, supporting documents (e.g. confirmation of Grade 12 completion, relevant post secondary certificates, diplomas and transcripts, certifications).

a division of West Fraser Mills Ltd.

The District appreciates the interest of all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Quesnel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Controls System Specialist

This position offers a highly competitive wage and benefits package. If you possess the noted qualifications and are interested in joining Dunkley Lumber, please submit your resume via fax or email to the attention of:

Financial Advisor Opportunity Quesnel, British Columbia

Embarking on a new career begins with a clear perspective of what matters most to you. If working in a dynamic team environment where you can grow both professionally and personally is at the top of your list, then consider a career with CIBC. Financial Advisor This position, in our Retail Markets Division in Quesnel, is an ideal choice for results-oriented candidates with a high proficiency in financial planning and building relationships. You will become a trusted front-line expert, providing a select portfolio of high value clients with financial solutions that will help them achieve what matters to them. -Responsible for helping CIBC’s personal high value banking clients meet their financial goals from investment and retirement planning to credit and day-to-day banking. - Results-oriented and performance-driven, you will achieve and exceed business development objectives. - Must have the Investment Funds in Canada or Canadian Securities Course to be able to qualify for mutual fund licensing. Realize your full potential at CIBC. To apply for this position or discover other exciting CIBC career opportunities that are waiting for you, visit: www.cibc.com/careers Please refer to job number: 13017033. CIBC is committed to diversity in our workforce and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance. CIBC thanks all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Personnel Coordinator Fax: 250-998-4513 Email: hr@dunkleylumber.com

We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WestPine MDF, a division of West Fraser Mills Ltd., located in Quesnel, BC, is accepting resumes from qualified individuals for a RELIEF position. Qualifications: • Grade 12 • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word • Switchboard experience an asset Resumes will will be accepted until September 27, 2013 and should be forwarded to: Tim Waldriff C/C WestPine MDF 300 Carradice Road Quesnel, BC V2J 5Z7 Or fax to:

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Dunkley Lumber Ltd. is a modern sawmill & planermill facility located at Strathnaver, 40 km north of Quesnel, BC. Our quality lumber products are sold across North America and in overseas markets. We currently have an opening for a Controls System Specialist. The successful candidate for this position will hold an Engineering Technologist Diploma or BSc in Computer/Electrical Engineering. They must possess a strong programming background and be well versed in ladder logic programming, capable of interpreting and correcting real-world problems through code. They must be well versed in using Microsoft products and demonstrate experience in one or more of the following: • RSLogix 5, RSLogix 5000, RMCWin, RSView32, FactoryTalkStudio ME/SE programming software • Devicenet, Ethernet/IP, DH+, RIO networks • ControlLogix, PLC-5 Control Systems • Delta RMC, QB Setworks Controllers • Allen Bradley Powerflex 700 Drives and legacy AB Drives. The successful candidate will be involved in evaluating existing process controls and establishing new control systems from initial design to startup.

Clerical Position

Applications are to be submitted to the undersigned no later than 4:00 p.m., Monday, Sept. 30, 2013: Randy Curr, Director of Instruction - Human Resources 401 North Star Road, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 5K2 Fax: (250)992-0435 Email: sandybacker@sd28.bc.ca Please direct enquiries 250-992-0407.

Waitress/Delivery Driver Wanted! Drop off resume in person to Fulin Restaurant, 340 Anderson Dr. No phone calls please.

Begbie’s Bar & Bistro is now excepting resumes for full time line cooks & bartender/servers. Minimum 2 years experience. Apply in person to Julie or Kevin, 500 Reid Street, Quesnel, BC.

Required Knowledge, Education, Ability and Skills include: We are seeking a certified Journeyman Electrician with several years of heavy industrial experience. The successful candidate must be familiar with working in a flexible modern working environment. Experience or other trades certification such as a welder, millwright or instrument mechanic would be an asset. Cariboo Pulp & Paper Company has been a member of the Quesnel community since 1971 and is certified to ISO 9001 and 14001 standards. We offer competitive wage rates, a stable working environment and good working conditions as well as an attractive relocation package. The Quesnel area offers affordable housing, modern recreational and educational facilities and the ideal environment for the outdoor enthusiast.

Supervisor Position available - able to work all shifts. Drop resume off in person @ DownTown Tim Hortons.

Attention: Tim Waldriff Fax No: (250) 991-7115 Email: tim.waldriff@westfraser.com We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

PO Box 4129, Quesnel, British Columbia V2J 3J2 Tel: (250) 992-9085 JOB POSTING: Position: Public Health Nurse Schedule: 3 Days per Week in Nazko B.C Reporting To: Director of Community, Health & Social Services Salary: Based on education and experience Qualifications & Requirements: • Bachelor of Nursing degree from a Canadian University or equivalent combination of training and experience • Current practicing registration, in good standing, with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia • Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License • Must successfully pass the required pre-employment Criminal Record Check • Must have B.C Immunization Certification, CPR Level C certification Additional Skills: • 1 year experience working in a similar position in a rural/remote setting an asset • Experience working in a First Nation Community • Prenatal, Postnatal and Newborn experience Applications to be forwarded to: Sherry Shaw sherry@nazkoband.ca Please include: • Copies of Education Documentation • References: Three Names and phone numbers of recent supervisors Closing Date: October 16, 2013

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20th Annual Quesnel Women’s Fall Challenge 2013

Sunday, October 6, 2013

Half Marathon, 10 km walk or run, 5 km walk or run Ages 6 and up Start: from the Dragon Lake boat launch

Time: 8:30 am for ½ Marathon, 9:00 am for 5 and 10 km Race Package pick-up:

Saturday October 5, 3:00-6:00 Quesnel Arts and Recreation Centre Late pick-up (race day): Dragon Lake Elementary School

Entry fee: (for walk or run event only)

early: before September 22 - $25 regular: September 23 – October 4 - $30 late: October 5, 6 - $40

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Employment

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• GENERAL HELPERS • CAMP ATTENDANTS • JANITORS

Tolko Industries Ltd. is currently seeking a Certified Millwright / Planerman to join our team at our Planermill Division in Lavington, BC.

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NAZKO FIRST NATION Position : Health Director Deadline : October 16, 2013 - 4:30pm Accountability : The Director of Health is accountable for the on-going management and delivery of Health and Community Service programs and services to Nazko First Nation. Responsibilities : Primary responsibility is to oversee the day-to-day activities of the health, and community services department including the delivery of health services in accordance to all established funding agreements and approved programs Work with other regional, provincial and federal health and social service agencies and organizations to ensure that Nazko members have access to external services, programs and specialist as required, and to work as an advocate on behalf of Nazko members to ensure they have access to the best and most appropriate service providers Prepare all departmental proposals, program and project reports, ensuring all documentation adheres to approved Nazko policy and quality standards Develop annual and monthly work plans with all staff, assign workload, monitor program and project management, sign timesheets, and work with staff regarding ongoing performance Qualifications : • 5 to 8 years’ experience plus Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and/or equivalent experience • Extensive knowledge of the Nation and the community • Knowledge of developing and implementing health and community development strategies, operational plans and budgets • Ability to manage and supervise others and work with large and small groups • Excellent communication skills both oral and written • Strong computer knowledge and skills Applications to be forwarded to: Sherry Shaw - sherry@nazkoband.ca We thank all candidates for their interest; but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Copies of required certificates, diplomas or degrees may be requested.

Quesnel Women’s Resource Center 690 McLean Street - Quesnel, BC - V2J 2P6 ph: 250-992-8472 fax: 250-992-6160 email qwrc@shawcable.com

JOB OPPORTUNITY Position Description: One Year Term Project Coordinator

The Quesnel Women’s Resource Centre is looking for a part-time Project Coordinator for one year for a research project through Status of Women Canada. The goals for this project are to establish working partnerships with local women and girls, local organizations, community leaders and various stakeholders to improve the service delivery to women who have experienced violence. The goal is to develop a coordinated community response to meet these needs. The project will be driven by the viewpoints and feedback received from local women. Qualifications: • Good connections to the local agencies and communities • Excellent interpersonal skills • A feminist perspective and a demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of violence against women • Competency in research methods and excellent writing skills • Computer literacy • Self-motivated and Self-directed • Preference given to a degree in the social sciences or equivalent work experience • Able to provide own transportation Application Deadline: October 4th at 4:00 p.m. Interested applicants can drop off their resume and cover letter at the Quesnel Women’s Resource Centre at 690 McLean Street, Quesnel, BC or email ovista@shaw.ca

Trades, Technical

North Country Catering has immediate openings for permanent full-time camp opportunities in Northern Alberta. Shift Rotation; 3 weeks in camp and one week home. Founded in 2000, NCC has become one of the largest independent management, operation & catering company in Western Canada. NCC is responsible for managing and operating remote work camps.

Competitive Wages & Beneﬁts After 3 mos. Interested applicants are invited to forward resumes to: North Country Catering, Human Resources e-mail: hr@ northcountrycatering.com fax: 1-(780)-485-1550

Trades, Technical FRASER SHINGLES AND EXTERIORS. Sloped Roofing / Siding Crews needed at our Edmonton branch. Great wages. Own equipment is a MUST. For info contact Giselle @ 780 962 1320 or at email: giselle@fraserexteriors.com Mobile Hydraulic Crane Operators, Millwrights & Iron Workers Timber West Mill Construction is now hiring Certified Mobile Hydraulic Crane Operators, Millwrights and Iron Workers. E-mail resumes to: info@timberwestmc.com or fax (250) 964-0222

Millwright/Planerman

POSITION OVERVIEW: Responsible for the preventive maintenance, repair, installation and modification of planer equipment. QUALIFICATIONS: • Certified Planerman or Millwright with a Planerman endorsement • Planermill experience a definite asset • Superior Troubleshooting Skills • Excellent Organizational Skills • Hydraulic and Welding experience an asset • Strong safety background • Desire to work in a team environment “Our tradition of excellence is built on strong company values, a challenging environment, and continuous improvement philosophy.” We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer and this position offers an excellent pension and beneﬁt program! READY TO APPLY! If you are interested in exploring this opportunity and being part of our community, please visit our website at:

www.tolko.com

or e-mail: armstrong@tolko.com Submit your resume by September 22, 2013.

Volunteers

Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association Client Care Volunteer Training Program

Grand Forks Division IMMEDIATE OPENING Certified Planer Technician/Millwright 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 www.interfor.com. 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.

QDHPCA welcomes compassionate men and women who are interested in providing respite care, companionship and support to individuals, and their families, who are living with a chronic progressive or life limiting illness, to those who are at the end of life, and to those who are bereaved. As a Client Care volunteer your care and support may be needed in the person’s home, in hospice, in hospital or in residential care. If you are interested please contact QDHPCA’s Co-ordinator of Volunteers & Grief Support at

250-985-5815.

Reporting to the Planer Superintendent, the successful applicant will be primarily responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all associated planer mill equipment. You will be a highly motivated team player, with strong communication and interpersonal skills and a proven track record on safety. The successful candidate must have recognized Planer Technician or Millwright certification with a minimum 2 years of Planer Mill maintenance experience. Excellent wage 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 October 11, 2013 to: Allan Jmayoff, Interfor, Box 39, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0 Fax: 250-443-2434 email: Allan Jmayoff at allan.jmayoff@interfor.com. We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Services

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Services

Real Estate

Rentals

Home Improvements

Mobile Homes & Parks

Apt/Condo for Rent

Commercial/ Industrial

FLOORING SALE Over 300 Choices Lowest Prices Guaranteed!

Laminates - $0.59/sq ft Engineered - $1.99 sq ft Hardwood - $2.79 sq ft Overnight Delivery in most of BC!

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Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay

FS 98’ 14x70 Mobile with 14x10 add. Vaulted ceilings, AC, new roof, hwt, flooring and much more. Appliances included laundry/water softener. Clean throughout. Needs to be moved off property. $65,000 obo. Call Mike @250-9919149

Mortgages LIKE NEW 16’ WIDE!

Feed Grain - Barley, Oats & Wheat. Rolled, Whole or Mixed. Call (250)992-7369

Merchandise for Sale

Auctions AUCTION - Houseboats, Boats, PWC, Trucks, Trailers and more. September 21st, Kelowna www.westernstarauctions.com

Firearms WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369

Garage Sales

Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ in stock. SPECIAL 44’X40’ 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

Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

Misc. Wanted WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369

Real Estate Acreage for Sale

QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.

GREAT STARTER HOME!

Lovely 2 BR mobile home on 2.44 ac. Freshly painted with a great oak kitchen, carport, and covered deck. Upgraded electrical, new facia and decking. $86,500 . #4175

Creekside Condo For Sale!(385 Hill St.) Updated 2Bdrm/1Bath, new carpets, W/D/newer fridge, dishwasher, recently painted. Well maintained property. Affordable living or good investment property. Call (250)983-8252

Mobile Homes & Parks 1995 3Bdrm. MODULINE 14’ Wide X 70’ Mobile Home. New Reno’s, new roof, includes addition. Must be moved. To view call (250)991-9149

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Commercial/ Industrial 223/227 Reid St. For Rent/Lease Call Ken Reid @ 992-3950 or 249-5550 Busy building 470 S/F. Recent reno’s. $400/mo + taxes. Includes heat, hydro & A/C. 295 S/F basement unit, $190/mo + tax. Call Wes: 250(992)5665 or Terri (250)992-7202 Commercial Retail Space Available October 1st 3063 sq.ft. Best Location Downtown - surrounded by parking. For leasing details Call (250)991-2804

Houses For Sale

FIXED 5 YEAR RATE

3.64%

Barlow Creek bachelor suite, some furniture. $550/mo. + damage deposit, incl. laundry facility, hydro & Wi-Fi. N/S. 992-8568 Leave Message. WestSide 3Bdrm. Duplex includes Washer/Dryer, $850/mo. Avail. Oct 1st, Call (778)466-0998

3Bdrm. Trailer on 1/2 acre in RedBluff, $825/mo. Call (250)747-3520

Homes for Rent WQ 4Bdrm. House for rent. Also great location for Office or Daycare Centre. N/S, N/P, call (250)983-5298

Motels,Hotels Full kitchen unit. Includes satellite TV, WIFI internet, heat, hydro. Phone not included.$1000/mo. Suitable for single person or couple. (250)747-8683

HOUSE FOR SALE

Transportation

Ofﬁce/Retail

Cars - Domestic

Recreational/Sale

1200 SQUARE FEET of office space available for lease. Located on Two Mile Flat in the Kelsa Building. Call (250) 9910500 or (250) 255-5990

2004 Buick Century

1996 32’ King Of The Road 5 th Wheel

1 Owner, 4 Dr., V6 Mid Size, Good on Fuel, Fully equipped, Excellent Tires, $3,000 Call (250)992-8747

Suites, Lower 1Bdrm. Level Suite suitable for working couple. $650/mo. includes Utilities. Avail. immediately. Call 1(250)925-0103 2Bdrm. Suite in 4-Plex. $600/mo.+ Utilities. (250)992-5113 Lve. Message

Please see www.propertyguys.com ID#703044 For more info & pictures.

Call - 250-992-7807 • $249,900.00 Commercial/ Industrial Property

Commercial/ Industrial Property

Call 250-255-4509

Trucks & Vans

2002 Toyota Corolla, Red in Colour, 4Door, A/C, 126,000 km’s, $4,600. (250)992-8790

1995 Ford 150-8 Cyl Diesel 4X4 Auto, 183,000 km’s 2 Tone White & Grey /c Red Interior Excellent Condition! $8,000 OBO. Call (250)593-4606

2 Units Available2bdrm/1Bath & 4bdrm/2BathClose to MP Mall & School, Large Lot. Call (250) 747-3878

Townhouses RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean. Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429

Legal Notices

I hereby give notice that on Monday, September 30, 2013, at 10:00 AM at the Municipal Office, 4243 Sanders Ave., Wells, BC, the District will sell at Public Auction those following real property, unless the delinquent taxes are paid prior to the Tax Sale Date. Payment for properties purchased at tax sale must be made immediately following the tax sale by cash, certified cheque or money order only. ROLL NUMBER 391-01771.002

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

PROPERTY ADDRESS

Lot 1, Plan 26866 District Lot 289

4215 Margaret Avenue Wells, BC

UPSET PRICE $13,006.26

Gary Champagne, Chief Administrative Officer September 20, 2013 District of Wells (250)-994-3330

in the Cariboo Observer

ENDLESS OPTIONS!

Private party ads only (non-commercial) under cars, trucks, SUVs or vans.

4 BAY SHOP & VACANT LOT NEXT DOOR SHOP IS 12 YEARS OLD, 4800 SQ FT, 1 ACRE OF LAND, M1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ZONING LOCATED AT 2041 CAMPBELL CRESCENT, QUESNEL B.C. CITY WATER, PAVED ST, STORM DRAINS, STREET LIGHTS

Rentals

BAYS ARE SEPARATE 2 BAYS USED FOR VEHICLE REPAIRS 2 BAYS USED FOR RV STORAGE VACANT LOT IS 1 ACRE, SAME ZONING & SERVICES

Apt/Condo for Rent

Phone - Dwain Sauve

FIR Crest Apartments - 1 & 2 bdrm suites, North Quesnel. N/P, no parties. (250)992-6593

Will consider Pad Rental in Country Setting with purchase.

Sell your vehicle

250-992-7295

QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.

$7,950

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FOR SALE

Northland Mortgages

Beautiful 4 BR house in Red Bluff offers the option of a 2 BR basement suite, plus the double garage has a 724 sf area perfect for business, daycare or suite. Oak kitchen, bamboo floors and more. $264,500 #4080 Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

One owner , Factory storm windows , 10 gal HWT , Stereo , Roof air, Microwave oven , 21’ awning, Lrg Double Fridge , Oak cupboards , Super 17’slide out . Excellent Live in Trailer

Cars - Sports & Imports

2 Units Available2bdrm/1Bath & 4bdrm/2BathClose to MP Mall & School, Large Lot. Call (250) 747-3878

4 bdrm home in Johnston Sub. Upgrades includes Granite counter tops & stainless steel appliances. Heat pump delivers economical heating and central A/C.

THIS IS IT!

QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.

Transportation

Duplex / 4 Plex

Houses For Sale

QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.

4 BR, 3 bath exe. home in Southhills. Remodelled main floor has new kitchen w/island & granite countertops, hardwood floors, & new ensuite. Huge rec room, fireplace & hot tub. A #4264 must see at $369,900. Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

Retail/Ofﬁce Space 146 Barlow St. downtown core - Approx. 1100 sq ft - street level, 1100 sq ft upper level. Can be rented separately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177. Available immediately.

Mobile Homes & Pads

Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

Two - 5 Acre Parcels, one with 3bdrm. house & 30 Acres(heavily treed). Wanting to sell all 3 titles. Phone for more details. (250)747-3793

Apt/Condos for Sale

Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Move-In Incentives Available. Call 250-992-8949

For all the news... Lovely 3 yr old 16 ft wide mobile home in a quiet park. Very spacious and bright w/a great layout, 2 BR, 2 baths, vaulted ceiling & beautiful kitchen. $94,900 #4313 Randy Derrick 250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

Antiques Unique’s Sale! Sunday, Sept., 22nd, 9AM4PM, 679 Wilson St. Please use lane entrance off Bowron Ave. Honey (250)992-5875 Multi-Family Garage Sale! Sept. 21st @ Ashland Trailer Park, just past Lakeview Church on Ash. 9AM-4PM. Something for everyone!

WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr.

Rentals

250 992 7658

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Just bring in or email your picture to classifieds@quesnelobserver.com Attn: Trina

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Misc Services

Treat Yourself

October 1st - October 31st 2013

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Misc Services

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Call to book your appointment today Maple Park Shopping Center

250-747-0575 My clients sell quality...so do I. Call me for all your advertising needs.

• Allergy Testing • Circumcisions • Vasectomies Call to book your appointment Dr. Pieter Slabbert Inc. Fraserview Medical Associates Suite 32. 665 Front St. (250) 992 3636

250-992-9079

email:karen@quesnelobserver.com

"It is illegal for anyone under 18 years to be exposed to UV rays in British Columbia, unless you have a prescription from a Doctor."

SAW REPAIR

Complete Bandsaw & Round Saw Sales & Service & Sharpening “We Sharpen EVERYTHING” • Carpentry Saws & Tools • Household Saws & Tools • Carbide Service • Knife Grinding • Electric Shears • Bandsaw Sharpening 2680 Campbell Cres. (Industrial Park - end of road) 250-992-9119

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Misc Services

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Misc Services

Medical Services

Book a SPA Pedicure with Beth & receive a Shellac Manicure for $

Misc Services

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Call Karen or Tracey to book your ad in the Professional Services Directory. 250-992-2121

Go ahead and dream …

about just how great vacationing in British Columbia can be.

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WE HAVE THE HEART – WE NEED A HOME

NOW IS OUR TIME It is up to us, the residents of Quesnel, to raise the funds to build our Multi-Centre and now is our time. By supporting the North Cariboo Multi-Centre you are investing in the future of our community in so many ways.

It’s easy - here is how individuals and companies can help: • Buy a seat for $250, dedicate it to someone you love or as a legacyif every seat sold, we would raise $500,000; • Buy a piece of the North Cariboo Nature Mural starting at $25; • Sponsor the theatre; • Sponsor a room in the multi-centre; • Make a donation. Many packages have been delivered to businesses and individuals. If you are ready to make your donation or would like more information, please call Carol @ 250-991-2878 or Bernice 250-747-1727.

www.ourmulticentre.com

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CONSTRUCTION REDUCTION 2010

2013 FORD F150

FORD FOCUS

13,980 $16,990

WAS

127.99 b/w

2010 FORD F150

220.65 b/w $

WAS $27,990

216.60 b/w

4,980

7,349

2006 FORD EXPLORER

7,690

WAS

136.37 b/w

16,888

9,990

WAS $18,990

136.30 b/w

2010 FORD F150

21,346

WAS $25,990

WAS $27,990

$ $

#14C001A

233.02 b/w

2010 FORD F150

26,712 $

WAS $29,990

#13T126A

240.81 b/w

#9320A

25,832

232.45 b/w #9332

237.58 b/w $

27,900

$18,990

#13T170A

2011 FORD FOCUS

2010 FORD F150

#9335

WAS

#13T139A

16,897

WAS $29,990

111.80 b/w

25,768

26,347

#13T155A

FORD FOCUS

92.61 b/w

WAS $16,990

80.28 b/w

2013

#12T152BA

2010 GMC 1500

13,786

2010 FORD F150 $

#13T077A

WAS

WAS $12,990

2012 FORD FOCUS

WAS $9,990

9,987

166.83 b/w

#12T152B

226.30 b/w

2010 FORD FOCUS

#13T032B

WAS $6,990

2009 CHEVY COBALT

#9360

WAS $18,990

#13T171A

WAS $34,990

#14T019A

15,768

23,980

2005 FORD ESCAPE

29,990

2009 FORD EDGE

#9361

28,350

27,630

WAS

2011 FORD F350

#9330A

193.26 b/w

$ $

2002 FORD F150

8,712

WAS $9,900

#13T180A

“On approved credit using longest term available per year of vehicle and best interest rate for qualified customers, pmts are bi weekly with no money down”

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