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Arena replacement discussion begins SHANNON STEVER Observer Reporter
The first of two scheduled sessions for public input concerning the arena replacement program focused on community input. Director of Community Services, Jeff Norburn presented information concerning the proposed projects in order to bring public reaction to council in order to make an informed decision. A survey had already been conducted concerning recreation in Quesnel, with more than 1,000 citizens, across various demographics (age, location, number of children, etc.) were contacted (three times the necessary sample-group in order to be statistically valid.) The survey found in favour of upgrading the existing arenas as a high priority. Renovations have been proposed by the public many times, but as Norburn points out, “it’s like an old car – you can [dump money] in, but it will still be an old car.” The consultation was based on an estimate, at minimum, meeting current capacity (with more comfortable accommodations). Returning with advice on the seat capacity, it was found through the consultation process that matching the current seat capacity versus upgrading to a 1,600-seat arena would provide a negligible increase (what Norburn summarized as a few hundred thousand on a $15-million project, which, considering the current calculations, would be barely noticeable.) Another factor in the cost was the idea of wood versus steel. “As a ‘Wood First’ area, we originally had the Multi-Centre project proposed as a wood-only building,” Norburn said. However, after consultation, a steel infrastructure with wood finishing severely affected the cost. The estimates with the steel infrastructure were $15 – 16.8M, whereas with wood, the estimate fell at
$20.2 – 24.3M. “It will still feel predominately wood,” Norburn affirmed. Questions were raised at the meeting concerning estimates based on the $9.9M already raised, assuming the grants donated carry over from the Multi-Centre project to the arena replacement project (contact is still being made to ascertain this). Although comparisons were made to the 100 Mile House arena, Norburn expressed hesitation in this regard due to the drastic reduction in scope this would entail, from a professional-sized arena down to a spectator arena just a few hundred seats in capacity. Further issues were raised concerning the time of the 100 Mile House arena’s foundation, which was built roughly in 2003, with significant inflation since then. Engineered wood was brought up for its reduction in price as well, however, Norburn did consult directly with press to state that this was factored into the estimates above. Further questions were raised concerning federal funding. “We are still aggressively chasing after federal funding,” Norburn said. However, no guarantee of finding funding was put on the table. Few denied the arena needs upgrading, although, Norburn, as well as the City of Quesnel in general, want to make certain how this is accomplished meets the needs and desires of the city and its surrounding areas, as much as possible. These combined meetings will be taken directly to council in order to consider the project fully, with the voice of the citizens taken into account. For those who wish to have their questions raised and answered concerning this project, or who wish to make sure the voice of the public gets heard, there will be another meeting concerning the project March 25, at City Hall, 7 p.m.
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A fantastic Fun Day was held in McLeese Lake recently with more than 100 people attending. It was postponed from an earlier date and this time Mother Nature said Feb. 22 would be a good day. And what a great day we all had. It was fun to see friends and neighbours who have been hibernating indoors because of our very cold winter. This event was sponsored by McLeese Lake Recreation Society. The organizers had a delicious lunch with chilli, campfire hotdogs, beef dip, coffee, hot chocolate and potato chips. Everyone really enjoyed it all. A great big thank you goes out to the cooks Greg Foster and Jackie King, who also helped serve,, together with Tami Mitchell and Kate Jalbert. The venue by the lake was great and we want to thank Rob and Jim Swaan for the use of
their property and the help they provided to make this event a great success. It was terrific to have snow machine runs and hay rides for everyone to enjoy and a roaring campfire for everyone to visit by. Thanks to Rob Chamberlin, Gail Perish and Robin Storoschuk for organizing the snow machine runs and to Jeremy Kishkan for arranging the hay rides. The residents of McLeese Lake, Quesnel and Williams Lake did not disappoint the organizers with their generosity for the food bank. More than 200 pounds of food and almost $200 was donated to the Williams Lake Food Bank. The generosity was overwhelming. This very successful event would not have happened without the volunteers who organized it, those being: Howie Chamberlin, Daniel and Kate Jalbert, Terry Baker
and Fred McCallum. Next year’s Winter Fun Day is going to be held at the McLeese Lake Community Hall where there will be washrooms, a place to eat lunch and an opportunity to get out of the weather, if necessary. This is always a very
successful event, so please mark your calendars. The next couple of scheduled events for the community will be the AGM on March 19 at 7:15 p.m. and the Annual Mother’s Day Breakfast which will be in May. We encourage you to attend
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BFIP again providing funds for commercial façade improvement The City of Quesnel was once again successful in their grant application for $20,000 for commercial façade improvements. The Business Façade Improvement Program, offered for the second time in Quesnel through Northern Development Initiative Trust, provides the opportunity to make commercial areas more inviting and visually appealing to visitors and residents; increase assessed property values; promote private sector investment; build civic pride; and stimulate the local economy. “We sincerely appreciate our relationship with Northern Development Initiative Trust and thank them for their continued investment in the north. We are extremely pleased that our grant application was successful once again and that we are able to provide this type of assistance to our local businesses,” Mayor Mary Sjostrom said. “Façade improvements make such a difference to smaller businesses and I would en-
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Who will conduct inspections? How are incidents handled and reported? Clarify who should be notified for each specific situation. Go over PPE requirements and expectations and provide training on their proper use, care and maintenance. Do you require safe footwear, respiratory, hearing or other forms of protection to be worn? And share your emergency contacts, locations of emergency equipment such as first aid kits, extinguishers, eye wash stations, muster points, rescue plans and emergency responsibilities with all new workers. Emergency response protocols should be a critical component of your orientation program. When it comes to orientation, young workers (16 – 18-year-olds) need the most support. They tend to generalize their skills from one task to another, feel they are immortal and “can’t be hurt,” and believe they possess the size and strength to overcome any problem. Don’t take their word for it.
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Make sure to train, supervise and coach them in a way that matches them with suitable job tasks. New workers need a different approach, with a focus on on-the-job training. Don’t assume that they will know how to do something on your farm, even if they have performed a similar task at another operation. Every farm is different, so review all relevant points with new workers while they are actually doing a specific job task. Then evaluate their capability to perform the work according to your expectations. Once workers have proven that they can perform the job competently and safely, “sign off” on their performance. Then keep up supervision to confirm that they continue to perform the job tasks correctly and safely. Returning workers need time to review and re-familiarize themselves with your operation. Every year we spend our summers enjoying relatively safe driving conditions. When the first
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ou would probably do just about anything to keep your kids safe on the farm. That’s what more than 90 per cent of Canada’s farmers said in a farm safety attitudinal survey conducted by Farm Credit Canada in 2011. But how do you know what to do? From 1990 to 2008, Canadian Agricultural Reporting (CAIR) recorded 248 agricultural fatalities of children under 15 years of age. That’s an average of 13 deaths a year. Approximately 44 per cent of those fatalities involved children under the age of five. The most common causes of fatalities included being run over by equipment, drowning or equipment rollovers. In many cases, these fatalities were work-related, though the child wasn’t necessarily performing the agricultural task at the time of the injury. So what can you do to raise your children to celebrate farm life, while keeping them safe? You’ll need to have a really good handle on child development levels, abilities and limitations, as well as when and how to set clear rules and boundaries, so that everyone stays happy, healthy and safe. While you can’t completely childproof your farm, creating a safe play area can limit their exposure to hazards including traffic, agricultural production and environmental concerns. A safe play area is a carefully planned location with safe, age-appropriate play equipment designated by physical boundaries such as fences, gates or shrubs. Establish any necessary play rules and supervise your children appropriately. Next, identify areas on your operation that are off-limits to children, such as confined spaces including grain bins or silos, pesticide or fertilizer storage facilities, bodies of water and manure pits. Can a fence be installed to barricade a hazardous area? Can materials be stored inside locked cupboards or locked buildings? Do it. When it comes to visiting the barn, storage buildings or bin yards, establish age limits for entry. For example, if a child is younger than 10 years old, establish a rule that they have to stay in the fenced yard area; if a child is 10 to 13 years old, they can enter these areas if they are accompanied by an adult. When it comes to farm chores, the ability of a child to carry out an agricultural task is dependent on several
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’ve been in this business for a very long time and have watched the lines of communication slowly fail with both industry and governments on all levels. I remember when I covered forestry and would simply call up Ernie Thony at West Fraser and he would give me the lowdown on whatever happened to be making news in the industry. Gone are the days when you would love to do a St. Patrick’s Day spread with elderly Irish people in Dunrovin. It’s like Fort Knox. In a recent conversation with someone I highly respect in both their opinion and their knowledge of the industry, I was urged to look into the current state of affairs within the hospital walls. I looked bleakly across the table and proceeded to explain Northern Health’s reluctance to allow us to take pictures, speak with patients, discuss events with medical staff or investigate operations, due to a variety of reasons. Even when a patient, their family or even a concerned friend are prepared to speak to the issue, without the response of the facility or Northern Health, the story is one-sided and that’s just not good journalism. I suppose I could sneak in (I still know the code) to Dunrovin but that’s not how I operate. I believe in honesty and cooperation. However, that hasn’t gained me access to any public health facility. Once they know why I’m there, they send the biggest talking head they have who cites chapter and verse the policies of the facility and of Northern Health regardless of my persuasive arguments or benign purpose. There’s an entire segment of the population who are being either ill-served or not served at all by the medical community and isn’t that part of my job, to investigate, research, interview, write the story and report it to you, the public. Well that doesn’t happen until both sides of a story are willing to bare the truth. Something government, industry and bureaucrats are less and less willing to do. –Annie Gallant, Cariboo Observer
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roceedings here at the B.C. legislature were briefly thrust into the spotlight last week, firing up the radio talk shows and twitter feeds. No, it wasn’t the B.C. Liberal government forcing through legislation to allow industrial “research” for things like pipeline routes in provincial parks, or the debate on sanctioned wolf and grizzly kills. It wasn’t the teacher strike vote, as the scripted motions of that ritual combat are well known to weary parents. It was muffins. More specifically, “free” muffins in a newly relocated and equipped MLA lounge, and a rack installed to hold the said muffins at a cost of $733. This was portrayed as part of a spending spree by Richmond East MLA Linda Reid, elected Speaker last summer. In fact it’s just the latest phase of a strikingly expensive refit to provide wheelchair access, which Reid has championed. The new MLA lounge replaces a seldom-used one at the top of steep stairs high in the 1898 stone structure. The new lounge is served by a ramp near the chamber exit to another under-used room in the
former Vancouver mayor Sam Sullivan now elected to serve using their wheelchairs. A costly new outside access ramp assisted Kenny Michell, who visited last week to tell his harrowing story of the Burns Lake Tom Fletcher sawmill explosion that nearly burned him to death B.C. Views in 2012 and left him in a library, and equipped with wheelchair. big-screen TVs to follow The NDP brought a proceedings, similar to those delegation of survivors installed in the legislature and family members of chamber last year. the dead from sawdust Everything done here is explosions in Burns Lake expensive, from matching and Prince George. They ornate woodwork to supported the opposition’s upgrading ancient plumbing demand for an independent and wiring. But the public, inquiry, although their conditioned by media to own demands ranged expect corruption and from counselling for longscandal, would rather be suffering wives to seeing outraged about free muffins. someone punished for Prior to this, MLAs had alleged negligence. to troop down to the The scandal pushed in basement dining room to this tragic story is that put muffins and coffee on some evidence was not their expense accounts, protected by WorkSafeBC or have an assistant fetch and wouldn’t have been them. The outraged talk admissible in court. shows didn’t mention Prosecutors also said they that. There are access had enough evidence for issues in the dining room charges, but the companies too, a fact more difficult or executives would be able to ignore with Children to show “due diligence” and Family Development that would likely result in Minister Stephanie acquittal. Cadieux, Paralympian What that means in Michelle Stilwell and English is that the explosion
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risk of extra-dry dust and air wasn’t fully grasped by either mill operators or WorkSafeBC. All B.C. mills are now subject to more scrutiny, and a coroner’s inquest will be calling witnesses this fall to see what lessons can be learned. Back to pipelines through parks. This may seem like a scandal to urban B.C. residents who already fret about the possibility of the 60-year-old Trans Mountain pipeline, or one of several proposed gas pipelines, intruding on a park. It’s not as well known that Trans Mountain completed a major twinning and upgrading project on the Alberta side in 2008. It crosses Mount Robson Provincial Park and Jasper National Park, without incident or scandal to date. But back to muffingate, as it’s become known around here. I don’t know why people are so cynical and uninterested in serious issues. I wish I did. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress. ca.
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here were started two years ago. two articles The job program is in this paper a waste of time and that caught my money because the attention. present government is In the Jan. 25 paper not looking at the real an article called sources of job loss and “CCPA alleges B.C. job creation because Jobs Plan a Failure” there is no secondary Bert deVink and in the Feb. 14 industry and only a FROM WITHIN issue of this year an partial use of natural article called “Gov’t resources. We can not committed to economy – Oakes”. have a healthier economy when In my dictionary the meaning of natural resources are not used the word economy is: 1. making to the fullest and the money and the most of what one has; freedom job creating part is exported. The from waste in the use of anything; export of natural gas is another 2. an instance of this; saving; item of mismanagement. Why ( many little economies were is an energy source like natural necessary); 3. the managing of gas exported and not used in this resources to the best advantage; country or province and why management; 4. an efficient is the damage done by fracking arrangement of parts; organization; not considered? In the U.S where system; 5. a system of managing fracking has been taking place for the production, distribution and quite a while, complaints are pilling consumption of goods. up. Water is coming out of kitchen The article in the Jan. 29 edition taps that will burn, despite promises of this paper deals with a report that this would not happen. by the Canadian Centre for Policy After five years, water trucks were Alternatives that, in short, states stopped from bringing water to that the B.C. Jobs Plan is a failure areas where the water was not fit and is calling for a more diversified for man or beast. The fate of the and sustainable approach to job people who live in an area with no creation. water is not hard to imagine. In the article of the Feb. 14 edition Areas where fracking has taken our MLA Ms. Oakes said that the place will not be fit for habitation government is committed to the or farming. The amount of water economy. I am sincerely wondering used in the fracking process is what kind of economy Ms. Oakes is staggering, yet part of the B.C.talking about. It certainly could not produced gas goes to the tar sands be the first item in the dictionary where it takes two barrels of water (making the most of what one to produce one barrel of bitumen. has, and freedom from waste in If freedom of waste is part of an the use of anything). When we economic picture, then why is the look at the forest industry where loss of ground water and habitable 30 and possibly 40 per cent of the land not a concern for this allowable cut is dumped in the government? ocean on its way to China then Between the gas pipeline and there are only two possibilities. the bitumen pipe line the amount Either the dictionary should be of tankers along the B.C. coast revised to suit the B.C. Government will be at least two a day. The or the B.C. Government does not amount of storms with a velocity know what the basic principle of of 100 km or more per hour have economy is. The export of raw hit the West Coast already and logs is not in the best interest of with the prediction of the velocity the population because it is an and amount of storms increasing, export of jobs. The promise of maneuvering these large tankers a secondary industry, promised through the narrow straits is a in the late 1980s, has not come recipe for disaster. And all that risk about and the Ministry of Forests of oil spills on land and in the water has dwindled and is only putting to get raw resources to China? stamps on corporate papers. B.C. I think your government should lost jobs in 2013, a lot of them in start listening to scientists and real the forest industry, but job training economists instead of corporate for forestry is still part of the job lawyers Ms. Oakes. program, a program that has not Bert de Vink is a Quesnel resident helped the job loss at all since it and regular Observer contributor.
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Wilful blindness led to expect different outcome Editor: In view of the unconditional rejection of New Prosperity Mine by federal environment minister Leona Aglukkaq and the Conservative cabinet, several Cariboo-Chilcotin civic, provincial and federal politicians should be taken to task for blindly following the wishes of Taseko Mines Ltd. Provincial mines minister Bill Bennett, who ignored the doubts of his own ministry, is in an impossible position. His unabashed advocacy in the face of scientific evidence that indicated the New Prosperity Mine plan could not work makes us question his fitness for his job. He should resign.
It was apparent throughout the debate that none of these elected officials had followed the technical hearings in any detail, let alone understood them and the conclusions drawn by the independent panel. Nor did they care. This can only be described as wilful blindness that misled many to expect a different outcome. A careful reading of the CEAA news release and report reveals little, if any, grounds for a renewed application for this project. It is, for all intents and purposes, dead. There will be noises from the company and grum-
bling from politicians and supporters, but it is really over. We urge politicians and mine supporters to now work toward a sustainable economic vision for the region based on our natural splendours, not the destruction of natural resources. This must be done in partnership with First Nations. It is their vision that promises a sustainable future. We have an opportunity here now and I urge mayors, MLAs and MPs to get on board. David Williams President Friends of the Nemaiah Valley
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Left: NCCS teacher Sue Saip leads her students in recitation practice for the upcoming Speech Arts; below: NCCS kindergarten student Kyler Neilson get ready for classes to begin. Annie Gallant photos
NCCS ensures each day a good day for students, families and staff ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter
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t first glance, North Cariboo Christian School looks much like any other elementary school, with students arriving by bus, eager to meet up with classmates, classrooms abuzz with industrious learning. However, on closer inspection there’s something very different about the atmosphere. There’s no yelling, certainly no angry exchanges either. Students are respectful, parents freely involved in the daily life at school and teachers speak lovingly and respectfully to their students. With more than 60 students and a staff of 12, including a principal, administrator, teachers, support workers, a custodian and a bus driver, everyone works from the same foundation principles – to inspire a generation of children who radiate the light of Jesus Christ while still providing a quality education that has a biblical foundation. The school’s goal is to empower students to reach their fullest individual potential – academically, spiritually and physically. Evidence of this dedication is all over the school with projects proudly displayed on the walls, sitting on tables and pride of place in each classroom. A
simple, evocative cross hangs near the entry way leaving no doubt as to what’s important in this school. “I believe passionately that when children have their deeper identity questions answered, they can more confidently move forward in their other life pursuits,” NCCS board chair Angela Zieske said. “We endeavour to help children answer those deep questions of the heart while imparting knowledge to empower them educationally.” Grade 1/2 teacher Doug Baxter shares his thoughts on his role in the school. “I love teaching at NCCS because it is a very supportive and loving environment. When I work I feel that others are helping me to always better myself as a teacher and a Christian.” Grade 6/7 teacher Heather Olson said, “I enjoy so many aspects of teaching at NCCS, including the students, good relationships with parents and other staff members.” Business administrator Sandi Evjenth added, “It is very gratifying to serve the Lord by helping Christian families seeking a faith-based education.” Parents Gilbert and Melissa Schotel spoke about why they enrolled their children at NCCS. “We enrolled our children in NCCS to offer them the opportunity to learn in a
positive environment that supports their individual needs and compliments our family’s values.” Parent and student support worker Adrian Schmitke said, “I work for an awesome God in a place with amazing people. You can’t get any better than that.” Student support worker Linda Birch said, “It’s fulfilling to see children grow and meet their potential both spiritually and academically.” Jennifer Moore, Intermediate teacher and school parent summed up her feelings about the school, “I am blessed to have a job I love, where I am part of a family and can make a difference in the lives of every student I teach.” However, possibly the most resounding endorsement for this school came from the students. “I love my classmates and they love me and computers, cool math kids is the best. The teachers are really talented and so smart,” Gabe Simpson, Grade 2 said. “I like that we have chapel and get to
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read our bible and pray at school,” Paige Zieske, Grade 4, said. “I love NCCS because the teachers are willing to help and will never refuse. They also care for our future. The students are accepting to others and it’s just a great place to express your faith,” David Neilsen, Grade 9, student body president, said. “I love NCCS because we learn about how God has made our world. I love God so much,” Anna Lee Simpson, Grade 1, said. North Cariboo Christian School is celebrating its 20th anniversary of operation. The school is accepting applications for all grades kindergarten to Grade 9 for the 2014-2015 school year and welcomes all interested families to come in for a tour of the facilities and learn about the accredited interdenominational Christian, Ministry of Education-approved curriculum. Contact 250-747-4417. For more photos see PAGE A11.
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NCCS students are industrious in all the usual school activities, all mindful of Christian values. Clockwise from top right: Paige Zieske bows her head in prayer; Jesse Schotel, front and Connor Moore arrive at school by bus; Adrien Popik spends quiet time in the library; Kyler Koldeweihe-Bjarnason works with teaching assistant Tracey Hackler. Annie Gallant photos
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Clockwise from top right: spiritual reminders are throughout the school; Aspen Page steps up to the board; Michelle Sargent has been with the school since they opened their doors 20 years ago; Austin Lyons spents time in the library; Tari Kwatara plays an indoor game of dodgeball.
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Once again, Quesnel Community Foundation is honored to have Maureen Hobbs Wheeler as our feature artist for the Annual Awards Gala on April 5. Since 2011, Maureen has donated original paintings and limited edition prints to the Foundation to be auctioned at the Gala. As well, those guests who enter the draw for the Rocky Mountaineer Gold Leaf Trip of a Lifetime receive a printed copy of the Picture of the Year – this year it will be a limited edition print of Ceal Tingley Park. In the past three year, Maureen has helped raise several hundreds of dollars for QCF. Maureen is proud to share her art in a way that will benefit others in the community and donates artwork to several local charities each year. Maureen has been drawing since elementary school. She sold her first painting at the age of 19, and has been painting ever since. “It is part of who I am” says Maureen. “I have to paint. I put my heart and soul into every painting. Sometimes it is hard to let them go!” Her favourite medium is acrylic – she says she is too impatient to work with oils! Acrylic is very versatile and can be used on many different surfaces. While she loves to paint anything that catches her eye, her favorite subjects are the historical aspects of Quesnel – and animals! Her work will be featured in the upcoming summer exhibit “Women of the Cariboo” at the Quesnel & District Museum & Archives – a large 3-D piece that Maureen is very excited about. Her originals and prints will soon be available at The Breeze Gold & Gallery, the Quesnel Art Gallery, and available now on Facebook under Maureen Wheeler Artist. 13th Annual Awards Gala, April 5 - $50 includes dinner, live and silent auction, and entertainment by Rockin Chair. Tickets are available at Carvers Clothing Company, Sun Life Financial or by calling Cathy 250-7471739 or emailing qcf@shaw.ca SUSTAINING PARTNERS
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Taking aim
Spinal Cord Injury B.C.’s peer support program brought a quartet of members up to the Twin Rivers Archery Club to try out archery. The club had members on hand to teach, though it was a learning experience for both sides as archers learned a little bit about how the various spinal cord injuries affect people Allison Duddy was on-hand to learn about the sport and enjoyed her experience. “I didn’t know what to expect coming into it, but I could see coming up and doing this,” she said. The club was perfect, as it is not only easily accessible in location, but also accessible for wheelchairs. Clockwise from top left: Lynn Dunkley, who has shot before, takes aim; Duddy takes a shot at the target; organizer Brandy Stiles sights in her target; Wayne Schaefer looks on as his protégé Doug Martens takes aim. Jonas Gagnon photos
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wo teams with opposite streaks on the line met in the (new) rink and it was Serenity who snapped their three game losing streak and with the 4-2 victory also snapped Bears three game win streak. The Bear boys actually held a 2-1 lead with 10 minutes remaining thanks to goals by Brody (Good) Neighbour who cashed in a juicy rebound and Doug Mack (Attack) who fired in his ninth of the season. That’s when all hell broke loose as a penalty parade upset the Bear formation and allowed the Builders to engage their potent offense.
George (Popeye) Paul doubt until BCS scored with a had gotten the ball rolling minute left for a 2-1 thriller. with a deft deflection and Both net minders in this game then turned things over to put on a clinic as BCS’s Mike Kevin (Oil Slick) Pethick (The Mechanic) Enemark outwho scored a pair thanks dueled Mike (Piece of Work) to yeoman work from Burke to run their record to 8-1Steve Dodge his line mates before Lee 1 in their last 10. PAPERBACK WRITER (Nitro) Naeth put the Taking advantage of some time game out of reach in the at forward was Jim (Should last minute with his league leading 28th have beamed him up earlier) Scott who of the season. enjoyed instant chemistry with Chad The other contest was a window into (The Comet) Swanson as they both the upcoming playoffs as, despite the scored a goal and assisted on each fact that BCS has over twice as many other’s tally. The lone marksman for points as Fraser River, the result was in Fraser River was Glen (Garbage Goal)
Boudreau who actually found the twine with a pretty marker for once. This week in Season 8 (2002): Red sets a record that will never be broken with their 9th tie of the season, 2-2 versus Green. Lee (Stormrider) Naeth notched the equalizer with Brad (Shake and) Baker scoring Red’s other tally. Shooting stars for Green were Seth (The Fanatic) Phillips with his 18th as Bob (China Clipper) Keen notched his 34th and 35th points of the season with a pair of assists. Steve Dodge is a defensive winger with Bear Communications and an Observer contributor.
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Lacrosse players get a jump on their season at the QYSA indoor fields, practicing for the box lacrosse season, which comes whenever the ice comes off the Twin Arenas. *And by grass I mean astro turf. Jonas Gagnon photo
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Take a night out for a Fembot Frenzy The Fembots ladies softball team has been invited to the Nationals in Winnipeg in August and is sharing the celebration with the rest of Quesnel. The lovely ladies are hosting a fund raising dance at the Senior Center on March 15 with the band Frenzy. “We are calling it A Fembot Frenzy,” Fembot and event organizer Carol Lettington said. After placing second last year at provincials, the Fembots earned their way to nationals. But, as with most things living in the far west of Canada, nationals is not easy to get to.
“It’s going to be costly this year,” Lettington said. To help them pay their way, they planned this extravaganza, featuring door prizes, a cash bar, midnight hot dog sales and designated drivers by donation so you don’t have to worry about dancing without any liquid courage. Tickets are $15 a piece, but are only available through advanced sales at Reason 2 Run or straight from the Fembots themselves. So get your tickets now, or you’ll be relegated to dancing by the doors, which open at 8, with dancing from 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Super League coming Yes it’s coming down to it, that final championship of super curling that curlers and curling fans alike have been looking forward to since the beginning of the super season. With only one week to go, the super curlers were throwing every which way but loose to make their final, and for some doomed, grasp at the championship. Fighting for honour in the B side championship, Quesnel Golf Course and Karin's Deli played a tight game. With as many sticks as conventional throwers, it was anybody's game in the feature match of the B side. Karin's Deli jumped out to an early 4-0 lead but the Gold crew chipped away and had a 7-6 lead after seven. Karin's did a Reno and tied it up as the teams shook hands for a tie. CDC and Willis Harper, meanwhile, played for keeps as CDC looked for the championship. Tied at one each after two, CDC
took one in the third, fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh for a 6-1 win and the B side championship. Congratulations CDC for proving yourself to be the superest B team of them all. Billy Barker and Ski Hi were both searching for points as the clock runs out on this season. Billy took three in the third end and stole the rest to knock out the legs of the Sky Hi scaffolding team, 8-2. Investors Group and A&W were equally tied up in an epic struggle for last minute points on the A side. Investor's stole three in the second for a 4-0 lead that A&W never got back in the game, leaving Investors Group in front 7-2 after all the rocks had been delivered. This week's results leave the A side with three teams, Billy Barker, A&W and Investor's Group, still in the running for the grandest of wins.
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The family of Bea Dezell sadly announce her passing Thursday March 6 at The Hospice House after a decline in health over the past month. Bea was born July 7, 1908 in North Vancouver, the second of three children to Robert and Mabel Hendrie. Predeceased in 1972 by her husband Garvin who owed much of his business and political success to her support and intelligence. She lived her life helping others and was a great role model for her all her extended family. Her ability to overcome adversity and her constant optimistic outlook gave us all something to strive for. She was an active member of this community as a Girl Guide leader, a member of the Royal Purple and, in her later years, a strong supporter of the White Cane Club and the Canadian National Institute of the Blind. Her positive attitude and use of technology even after the age of 80 allowed her to read and communicate in spite of her visual impairment. She was a
great help to others who were struggling to cope with visual and hearing difficulties. She always enjoyed her membership of and friends in the Good Cheer Club. Her ability to make friends of all ages was phenomenal. One of her favorite sayings was “A party is as good as a tonic�. Her response to any question from the family in her last years was “just Google it�! She is survived by her two children Clifford Dezell (Sharron) Noreen Rustad (Jim ) Grandchildren: Tami and Fernando dos Santos, Mike and Jennifer Dezell, Ross and Shauna Rustad, Kathleen and Bruce Hiscock, and Vicki and Myron Roth and great grandchildren – Cristina, Sara, Sophie, Sam, John, and Nicole. There are too many people who cared for and supported Mom for us to list them all here but we greatly appreciate all the exemplary care and attention provided to her by Dr. Murray, Dr Nowlan and Dr. Chang whenever she needed it and for their help and advice to us. The
personal care Aides from We Care became part of Mom’s extended family and she was very fond of them. In particular we must also mention Vicky Watt; she became part of our family as she faithfully and cheerfully cared for and loved Mom for the past several years and enabled her to live in her own home until the end. We could not have done it without her. Service to be held in Knox United Church on Saturday, March 15 beginning at 1pm followed by a reception in the Coast Inn of the North in the Nechako-Tabor Room. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Prince George Community Foundation, Dezell Endowment. c/o Coast Inn of the North, 770 Brunswick St V2L 2C2 Assman’s Funeral Chapel in Care of Arrangements
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ENTRY LEVEL Cariboo Pulp & Paper has an immediate opening for a motivated individual to join our high performance team. ur employees drive our success. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and advancement and are looking for someone who wants to build their career in our company. In addition to competitive wages and bene¿ts, Cariboo offers a stable, rewarding career. Successful candidates will start in a labour pool and train in our Operations Department. Our ideal candidate will possess: • • • • •
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Are you an experienced Journeyperson Millwright looking for an exciting career opportunity? Are you ready to take ownership and grow an already dynamic global business> Cariboo Pulp & Paper, located in Quesnel BC, is currently looking for a motivated:
JOURNEYPERSON MILLWRIGHT Reporting to the Maintenence Supervisor, the Millwright will be a key player in acompany-wide continuous improvement effort through daily use of troubleshooting and predictive, preventative maintenence strategies. As a member of this high performing team you will be responsible for working safely with all machinery within the pulp mill.
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Education/Trade Schools
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Coming Up at CNC Quesnel
Duties include: • • • •
Troubleshoot, analyze diagnose and perform maintenence work on machinery. Undertake preventative and predictive maintenence program for equipment. Read blueprints, diagrams and schematics drawings to assemble equipment. Utilize knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and saving.
Our ideal Millwright candidate possesses: • • • • • •
A valid Inter-Provincial or BC Provincial Journeyperson Millwright certi¿cation. Heavy industry experience. Commitment to working safely and creating a safe work place. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work independantly with little supervision. Flexible schedule in order to work day, evening and weekend shifts.
Our employees drive our success. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and advancement and are looking for someone who wants to build their career in our company. In addition to competitive wages and bene¿ts, Cariboo offers a stable, rewarding career. Cariboo also offers an attractive relocation package. Located in Quesnel BC, cariboo Pulp and Paper is a forerunning producer of NBSK pulp as well as clean “green” energy. Cariboo has been highly respected by the global market for providing top qualitiy product for over 40 years. Forward thinking ownership, capital investment and movement towards bio-product opportunities has contributed to cariboo’s longevity and bright future. Interested applicants should apply by sending their resume and proof of quali¿cations in con¿dence to: cpphr@cariboopulp.com by April 11, 2014 For more information on West Fraser and our current opportunities, visit our website at: www.westfraser.com/jobs
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Nursing and Power Engineering The first review date for September’s Bachelor of Nursing and Power Engineering programs is Monday, March 31. Priority will be given to students who meet admission criteria and apply by the deadline. For admission requirements and more, visit www.cnc.bc.ca/programs-courses. Pesticide Dispenser & Applicator coming up in April For more info, call us at 250-991-7500, or visit our website.
Human Resources Cariboo Pulp & Paper Company Email: cpphr@cariboopulp.com
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Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, the successful applicant will be primarily responsible for the maintenance of the mill equipment and the supervision of the maintenance crew, while ensuring a safe working environment. 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 TQ/IP certimcation with a minimum 5 years of Mill maintenance experience. We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Accounting/ Bookkeeping
Accounting/ Bookkeeping
PART TIME BOOKKEEPER REQUIRED Experience in Simply Accounting, AR & AP, Data Entry & Safety Program Administrator. Please apply in person with resume to Colin or Len at
West Central Pipe
135 Keis Ave. (2 Mile Flat) Deadline March 17, 2014. We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
City of Quesnel Part-time
RCMP CLERK I STENO
Competition No. 14-06A. Closes 4:00 p.m., March 17, 2014 Two casual positions
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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.
Co-ordinator of Fund Raising and Public Relations The Quesnel and District Hospice Palliative Association is seeking a Co-ordinator of “Fund Raising and Public Relations”. Interested applicants for this part time contract must be proficient in, computer skills and web site management. Demonstrated skill and experience in fund raising and in public relations is essential. Must have a vehicle and valid drivers license. Please include references. For more information call: 778-414-1444 (between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm) Submit applications to: James Weldon, Chair Quesnel and District Palliative Care Association Box 4537 Quesnel, B.C. V2J-3J8
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Houses For Sale
Cars - Domestic
CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
Recent total upgrade 4 bdrm, 2 bath home, large stainless steel & granite family kitchen. Fenced child/pet proof back yard. RV parking. In-law suite. Quick possession possible. Asking $249,900. Call (250)983-8748
CHEV IMPALA 2013 LT Q1336218 $17,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277
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Now Hiring for a RECEPTIONIST
Qualifications: - Must be courteous and friendly - Ability to communicate well both written and oral - Must be able to work under pressure - Good knowledge of office equipment - Knowledge and experience with computers - Good experience in telephone etiquette Duties include but not limited to: - Answer a five line telephone system and transfer all calls - Take messages for staff and clients - Register all incoming and outgoing mail - Greet the public - Type all correspondence as directed by Executive Director - All office filing - Hall rentals - Provide general information about Friendship Centre Hours of work Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm Please submit resumes to:
Sandy Brunton - Executive Director 319 North Fraser Drive. Quesnel, BC V2J 1Y9 Fax: 250-992-5708 Email: sandy.brunton@qnfc.bc.ca Deadline for accepting resumes: MARCH 14, 2014 at 4:30 pm
Pets & Livestock
Pets Show Handling Classes starting March 25th, 6pm & 7pm.8 Weeks. Every Tuesday. $80 preregister @ 1190 Chew Ave or call April @ (250)249-5070.
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We are currently seeking a Certi¿ed Millwright with TQ ticket for our Williams Lake Planer Division. Welding experience, computer experience, knife setups and lineups, working with Stetson Ross Planers, Milltech Stacker and Tilthoist and USNR equipment along with strong safety background would be an asset. Must be prepared to work all shifts as required. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and bene¿t package as per union contract. Interested applicants should submit their resumes along with completed applications to the undersigned by March 1, 2014. Applications can be obtained at our Main Of¿ce, 42 Rottacker Road, Williams Lake, BC. Only those applicants short listed will be contacted. Bill Belziuk, Planer Superintendent Box 4 0, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2V4 Fax: 2 0- 2- 010
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Merchandise for Sale
Firearms
Real Estate
WANTED: FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 website: www.dollars4guns.com.
CARIBOO PLACE 1 bedroom 1 Bath. cls. to hospital & amens. $55,000 604-808-1171
Misc. for Sale SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING sale. Big year end clear out continued! 20x20 $3,915. 25x28 $4,848. 30x32 $6,339. 32x34 $7,371. 40x50 $12,649. 47x68 $16,691. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Real Estate Claims Placer Ground For Sale. Beaver Pass Area. (250)992-3479 www.caribooplacers.ca
For Sale By Owner 2011 Modular Show Home, 16X80 Ft. Most appliances included. Must be moved. $110,000. Call (250)747-3298
Houses For Sale 4Bdrm/2Bath home for sale on a quiet street in Mackenzie. Many upgrades included. For more information please call (250)997-4200
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Application deadline March 14, 2014 website: www.qdhpca.org
QUESNEL TILLICUM SOCIETY NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
Transportation
Financial Services
Competition No. 14-08. Closes 4:00 p.m., March 17, 2014 Full details are available on our web site at http://www.quesnel.ca/Jobs. html. Submit your resume outlining skills and qualifications to the Human Resources Department, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 or by email to ncoe@quesnel.ca (microsoft word or pdf only).
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ANNACIS ISLAND Pawnbrokers open ‘till midnight 7 days a week. 604-540-1122. Cash loans for jewellery, computers, smartphones, games, tools etc. #104-1628 Fosters Way at Cliveden. annacisislandpawn brokers.com.
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Services
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr. Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Adult Orientated Call 250-992-8949
Commercial/ Industrial Retail/Office Space 146 Barlow St. downtown core - Approx. 1100 sq ft - street level, 1100 sq ft upper level. Can be rented separately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177. Available immediately.
Homes for Rent For Rent 2Bdrm Mobile home on private lot. Sundeck & storage. $750/mo. Call (250)9927625
Townhouses RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean. Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429
Legal Notices
NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W0802
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Please be advised that Herb Chesley is proposing to remove approximately 200 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W0802 located in the vicinity of West Fraser and Tzenzaicut Lake Roads, approximately 45km south of Quesnel via West Fraser Road. Inquiries or comments to this proposal must be submitted to Chris Elden, RPF, at 938 Yorston Avenue, Quesnel, BC, V2J 3B1 by April 11, 2014. Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Chris Elden at 250-992-9769, or at the above address.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPLY SOIL AMENDMENT MATERIAL TO AGRICULTURAL LAND Fly ash originating from Atlantic Power Williams Lake Power Plant will be applied to farm land owned by Fox Dairy Farms Ltd. in 2014. • DISTRICT LOT 6724, CARIBOO DISTRICT • DISTRICT LOT 6727, CARIBOO DISTRICT • DISTRICT LOT 6728, CARIBOO DISTRICT • DISTRICT LOT 7, CARIBOO DISTRICT • DISTRICT LOT 6, CARIBOO DISTRICT The application of fly ash to farmland as a soil conditioner and nutrient source is regulated under the BC Code of Practice for Soil Amendments. A Land Application Plan developed by SYLVIS Environmental, was submitted to the Ministry of Environment February 2014. For further information please contact: A. Rankin, Ph 250-747-3063 Cell 250-316-2025
DODGE AVENGER 2012 SXT Q1251230 $16,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277
Cars - Sports & Imports HYUNDAI ACCENT 2011 Q1181148 $12,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 MAZDA TRIBUTE GX 2010 Q1099344 $14,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 NISSAN ROGUE SL 2011 Q1199250 $21,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 SUZUKI SX4 2010 Q1099348 $12,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 TOYOTA YARIS 2007 RS, HB, Q2799265 $6,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277
Vehicle Wanted GOT Old Cars or Parts Laying Around? New, upcoming website to connect sellers and buyers. Want to know more? Email us a list of what you have and we will send you a fact sheet. drew@rustedfenders.com
Trucks & Vans DODGE CARAVAN 2009 GRD SE Q2959340 $12,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 DODGE JOURNEY 2012 RT/AWD Q1259355 $22,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 DODGE RAM 1500 2012 Quad Cab Q1259350 $33,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 DODGE RAM 2009 3500 Q2959255 $29,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 DODGE RAM 2011 Mega Cab Q1159299 $29,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 FORD EXPLORER 2010 SPORT Q1011229 $19,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 FORD F150 1998 XLT Q9819272 $6,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 FORD F150 2010 XLT Q1019342 $24,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 FORD F150 2011 XLT S/C Q1119333 $26,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 FORD F350 2005 XLT Q2519334 $19,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 FORD RANGER 2010 4WD Q1019305 $17,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 GMC SIERRA 2008 REG CAB Q2879318 $15,888 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 GMC SIERRA 2011 1500 Q1179346 $22,495 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 GMC SIERRA 2011 1500 Q1179347 $25,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 GMC SIERRA 2011 2500 Q1179356 $26,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 GMC SIERRA 2011 4WD Q1179335 $21,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277 GMC SIERRA 2012 1500 Q1239238 $26,995 Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales (778)414-2277
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