Quesnel Cariboo Observer, April 16, 2014 by Black Press Media Group

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Wednesday, April 16, 2014

VOL. 100 NO. 65

A tree falls on TELUS

Many cell phone customers were without service after a large tree fell onto a TELUS cable Sunday. “The great news is service is now fully restored and has been since about 4 a.m. this morning,” TELUS media relations officer Liz Sauve said. Sunday early evening the tree crashed into the cable, which disrupted wireless service for some communities in Northern BC – including the Gold Pan City. “We had crews on scene immediately with all the right equipment – the big lights and everything necessary to work through the night,” Sauve said. “We found the cut cable right away, and we were able to very quickly reroute some services through another path and restore service to a number of customers. “Our technicians continued to work through the night to repair the cable the tree damaged, which was a complicated repair, and service was fully restored to all of our customers earlier this morning.”

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Happy sign of spring With the weather turning warmer, bicyclers are showing up more and more to take advantage of the drier conditions and receding snow.

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Public warned to use extreme caution when burning The Cariboo Fire Centre is asking residents to use extreme caution when burning. Since April 1, the centre has responded to seven wildfires that have burned about 20 hectares. All of these fires were human-caused

and the result of careless fire use. Spring burning can present significant fire risks even though it may seem like a safe time to burn. Moisture is present in the soil, but grasses can dry out quickly due to increasing temperatures

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and wind. Fires that start in these fuels can spread very rapidly, especially when driven by wind. Wildfire Management Branch crews have responded to all seven of this week’s incidents and the majority are now in the mop-up or patrol

stage. • Wednesday, 16 fire and first aid personnel were onsite at a 4.2-hectare fire one kilometre east of Lees Corner, near Hanceville. Five personnel returned April 10 to patrol the fire and completely extinguish it.

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• Cariboo Fire Centre personnel responded to a two-hectare fire on the night of April 9 on the Tl’esqox-t’in (Toosey) Indian Reserve. Local RCMP and B.C. Hydro staff also responded and this incident is under investigation.

By this time last year, the Cariboo Fire Centre had responded to three fires that burned a total of 25 hectares. More safe burning practices can be found at http://bcwildfire.ca/ hprScripts/WildfireNews/DisplayArticle. asp?ID=2114

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INVITATION TO TENDER

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The intent of this tender call is to obtain an offer to perform work to complete the Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation Centre Men’s Change Room Renovation at 500 North Star Road, Quesnel, BC, which includes removal and replacement of the floor and shower tiles and the floor drains. It also includes the creation of an accessible toilet stall, the addition of a replacement toilet stall, the creation of an accessible change stall and replacement of existing remaining change stalls. Sealed tender packages signed, executed and dated, will be received at the City Hall, located at 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC V2J 7J5, before 2:00 P.M. local time on Wednesday, May 21, 2014. Please find the entire tender package on our website at http://www.quesnel.ca/Jobs.html. For more information regarding this tender, please contact the Recreation Manager at (250) 991-4010. 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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CRA loses personal data to Heartbleed bug JEFF NAGEL Black Press The Canada Revenue Agency says the social insurance numbers of 900 taxpayers were stolen last week by someone using the Heartbleed encryption vulnerability before the taxation agency shut down public access to its online services. It happened over a six-hour period by someone exploiting the vulnerability in many supposedly secure websites that used an open-source encryption system. The CRA said it will send registered letters to affected taxpayers and will not be emailing them because it doesn’t want fraudsters to use phishing schemes to further exploit the privacy breach. “I want to express regret to Canadians for this service interruption,” CRA

commissioner Andrew Treusch said. “I share the concern and dismay of those individuals whose privacy has been impacted by this malicious act.” Other personal data and possibly businesses’ information may also have been lost. “We are currently going through the painstaking process of analyzing other fragments of data, some that may relate to businesses, that were also removed,” Treusch said. Taxpayers whose data was compromised will get bolstered CRA account protection and free access to credit protection services. Canada’s Privacy Commissioner is also investigating. Online services, including the E-file and Netfile online

income tax portals, were patched and re-launched Sunday after what the CRA called a vigourous test to ensure they are safe and secure. The CRA cut off access to those services April 8 as word spread that the Heartbleed bug had given hackers access to passwords, credit card numbers and other information at many websites. People whose income tax filing was delayed by last week’s CRA interruption have been given until May 5 – beyond the usual April 30 filing deadline – to file returns without being penalized. The Heartbleed vulnerability compromised secure web browsing for up to two years at some sites despite the display of a closed padlock that indicates an encrypted connection.

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Rain High: 14° Low: 1°

Thursday Quesnel Community Foundation held their annual gala where local patrons helped raise money through an auction and where worthy local groups received grants for their projects. There were 15 grants handed out for a total of $58,000. With the addition of $3,150 in scholarships to students the total disbursement for 2014 is $61,150. The auction and evening activities raised $22,275. Thanks to everyone who helped make this event such a success.

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www.quesnelobserver.com Julie Wark, left checks auction items with Miss Quesnel Isla Butler, centre and Quesnel Princess Tennille McKenzie.

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Quesnel’s The return of the goose The return of Canadian geese is a sure sign warmer days are on their way.

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Animal Cruelty Day slated The SPCA is encouraging everyone to take action and help end the cycle of violence. Animal abuse is cruel and needless, yet it happens every day throughout British Columbia. April 23 is Animal Abuse Prevention Day in B.C. Each year, the BC SPCA investigates nearly 8,000 complaints of animal abuse and neglect, a distressing and even overwhelming number. “One person can make a difference, whether they report an animal they believe is in distress or write a letter to their MLA to let them know how important it is to have dedicated animal cruelty investigators in their community,” Marcie Moriarty, chief prevention and enforcement officer, BC SPCA said. “That’s why we’re asking people to help spread the message and to help us create communities that are more

“One person can make a difference, whether they report an animal they believe is in distress or write a letter to their MLA...” Marcie Moriarty, SPCA

humane across the province.” Animal Abuse Prevention Day has been observed since 2012 after a private citizen requested a provincial proclamation as a memorial to 56 sled dogs in Whistler, B.C., who lost their lives on April 23, 2010. A high-profile animal cruelty investigation resulted in criminal charges against the sled dog company employee responsible for their deaths. This year, for the first time, the BC SPCA is encouraging supporters and everyone

they know to help spread the message by signing up for a Thunderclap campaign. Thunderclap, a social media crowd-speaking platform, means the BC SPCA’s antianimal abuse message and ways you can help prevent it in your community can reach thousands of people – but only if you help. Sign up today at https://www. thunderclap.it/projects/10617take-action-for-animals and tell all of your friends and family to join the campaign. Find out more about how you can help end animal cruelty at spca.bc.ca/ prevention and www.spca. bc.ca/action, where you can sign a pledge to take action against animal abuse and share your commitment with your local MLA. Helping to prevent animal abuse today can hopefully, result in better tomorrows for British Columbia’s most vulnerable animals.

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Your Name: Phone Number: Ranch Name: Book your quantities by the pallet – each pallet consists of 50 units. Only prebooked pallets will be brought on site, there will be no extras. Please return order form by April 26rd by mail, or drop off at Service Desk. Forklift will be on site on May 10th only from 8am to 5pm. No limits on quantities! Any questions, please call Steve or Rory at 250 9928718

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Ecosystem restoration in the Cariboo Chilcotin

Wildfire is part of the natural cycle for ecosystems in BC’s interior. Wildfire helps the divisions between the ecosystems remain productive. For example, wildfires ensure that grasslands and open forests (forests made up of large trees with open area in between) remain a mix of the different plant species for the animals who rely on them. Without fire maintaining the grasslands, small trees begin to take over and eventually fill-in the grass or open forest area, creating a densely-treed forest. Infilling results in a reduction of ecosystem resiliency to climate change pressures and a loss of biodiversity. Since the early 1900s, forest encroachment has been occurring in many areas throughout the province. Before this time period many more “cool” fires occurred every 7 – 20 years, killing off most of the small, thin-barked trees and maintaining open forests with grassy under-stories that merged with native grasslands. Covering less than one percent of B.C., native grasslands are home to the highest diversity of atrisk plant and animal species. Almost 40 per cent of all B.C.’s species at risk live in grassland ecosystems. These include a variety of plant and insect species as well as: the grasslands badger, the rubber boa snake, the long-billed curlew, the sharp-tailed grouse, the big horn sheep, and the western small-footed myotis bat, which is the smallest bat in B.C. weighing in at less than a nickel! With continued habitat loss, the population of fascinating animals like these will continue to decline. In response to the loss of unique plants, animals and habitats, increasing measures are being taken to reestablish ecosystems through controlled burning. Controlled burning mimics the

Slashing (or thinning) trees for ecosystem restoration. Contributed photo natural cycle of wildfire under controlled circumstances. In some cases, controlled burning cannot be undertaken without prior thinning of the forests. A combination of burning and thinning is an important type of ecosystem restoration in B.C.’s interior. The benefits of ecosystem restoration reach far beyond ecology. Restoration provides many economic, social and cultural benefits such as: • recognition of managed fire as an inherent First Nation land use technique; • reduction of excessive fuel loads to lessen catastrophic wildfires; • improved air quality

by managing emissions through prescribed fire opposed to emissions resulting from a wildfire potentially occurring during less favourable atmospheric conditions; • improved long-term timber harvest values through spacing over-dense stands while also providing a potential bioenergy source; •increased natural forage to sustain wildlife and livestock and their related industries; •increased resilience of community watersheds to maintain potable water supplies; •and improved recreational and aesthetic values.

In the Cariboo Chilcotin region, the Cariboo Chilcotin Ecosystem Restoration Steering Committee (CCERSC) is responsible for the ecosystem restoration activities that use a combination of selective thinning and controlled burning. The Wildfire Management Branch’s Fire Centre uses some prescribed burns as training activities. This “shared cost strategy” makes ecosystem restoration less costly, resulting in more sites being restored. The CCERSC works to restore habitat in 100 Mile, Williams Lake, Quesnel and surrounding areas. The restoration of grasslands and open forests contributes to the region’s ecological, economic and

social resiliency. Restoration has benefits for: ranching, industrial and community forestry, traditional land-use, hunting, guide-outfitting, tourism, recreation and communities in general. Through ecosystem restoration management, controlled burning in areas close to communities mitigates wildfire risks. All communities and First Nation governments are notified through the appropriate channels when burns are scheduled in their area or territory. Would you like to know more about ecosystem restoration in the Cariboo Chilcotin? Contact erobinson@fraserbasin.bc.ca.

Connecting Our Community

14 Organizations receive $55,000

Monday, April 28, 2014 Time: Meeting: 7:00PM, Supper: 5:45 PM Location: Nechako Senior Citizens Friendship Center To Consider: ➤ Review 2013 financial statement. Sales increased 8.6% to $219.4 million and net savings increased by $385,000 to over $14.4 million or 6.6% of sales. ➤ Directors recommendation of a patronage allocation of $9.4 million or 4.45% of 2013 purchases. ➤ Election of 2 Directors for the Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser, Fraser Lake, Burns Lake, Prince George areas and 1 director for Terrace. ➤ Co-op Gift Certificates, Hampers and Door Prizes valued at $500. Complimentary tickets for supper must be picked up prior to April 18th at the Co-op General Office.

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Interested in letting your name stand for the Board of Directors of Vanderhoof and Districts Co-operative Association? Directors participate jointly, with a total of nine Directors in planning and controlling the affairs of the co-operative, guided by Association Bylaws and Policies, so that it effectively moves toward achieving the objectives of the Co-operative. Nomination packages can be picked up at the Admin Office, Prince George, Quesnel Agro-C-Store, Houston or Terrace Branches. The form should be dropped off at the office prior to April 18, 2014.

Creating Economic Opportunity As your MLA, I am working with community leaders, the City of Quesnel, First Nations communities and industry to find solutions and new ways to grow our economy and build a prosperous future in our region. The Canfor mill closure has given us pause on what our economic future may look like in the Cariboo. However, with incredible economic prosperity on the horizon in B.C., our government has made it a priority to ensure that this promise that lies ahead will be attained by all British Columbians. Last Friday, it was a pleasure to welcome Premier, Christy Clark to our Economic and Innovation Forum series kick off to facilitate a discussion on how we can build stronger economic opportunities for Quesnel and northern B.C. as LNG and resource projects become a reality. The remarks by the Premier were to the point; British Columbia is open for business.

VANDERHOOF AND DISTRICTS CO-OPERATIVE ASSOCIATION

Notice of the 69th Annual General Meeting

MLA Coralee Oakes - Cariboo North Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development 644A Front Street • Tel: 250.991.0296 www.coraleeoakes.ca Find me on Twitter & Facebook

At the 13th Annual Awards Gala on April 5, Quesnel Community Foundation awarded grants to 14 organizations whose projects will add great vitality to our community. More details of these projects will be featured here in the months to come and will be available on our website at www.quesnelfoundation.ca . • Baker Creek Enhancement Society - $2750 for laptop and projector for Ambient Air Monitoring Programs • Quesnel & District Lawnbowling Society - $2500 for sprinkler replacement on bowling greens • Quesnel Barrel Racing - $1500 for new scoreboard • North Cariboo Highway Rescue - $7500 for extraction equipment • CHAAPS – 3 day educational workshop for CanTRA program facilitators • Gavin Lake Forest Education Society - $2140 for showshoes and obstacle course upgrading • Friends of the Quesnel Museum - $2300 for conservation/maintenance of Riverfront Trail artefacts • Quesnel PARTY Program - $1500 for distracted driver simulator workshop • Quesnel & District Child Development Centre - $8400 for building improvements, signage and emergency lighting • Quesnel Youth Soccer Association - $3500 for new soccer balls and nets • Lightning Creek Ski Club - $5000 for ski shed construction • Parent Child Resource Team - $5000 for wheelchair accessible playground • Quesnel Community Living Association - $5000 for fencing for property on Racing Road In addition to the grants awarded, QCF will give out a further $3150 in scholarships in June as well as $3000 in agency funds. This will bring the total disbursement for 2014 to $61,150. For more information on Quesnel Community Foundation, email qcf@shaw.ca or visit our website www. quesnelfoundation.ca SUSTAINING PARTNERS

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For Quesnel, our government is helping large and small businesses prosper by keeping taxes low and reducing unnecessary red tape so that they can prosper and thrive creating new jobs and keeping prices competitive. Our government also provided grant funding in the form of a Community and Employer Partnership to creating a strategy to find new economic priorities to help reduce impact of the closure and find a new path forward for our community. Our region will also benefit from our government welcoming proposals and investments in new resource projects, while ensuring our world-class environmental standards maintained so that our natural beauty can be treasured by our children. There is certainly still more work to do. However, thanks to the leadership of our Premier and the actions already taken by our government we will continue to help grow our economy to build a better future for you and your family here in Quesnel. Coralee Oakes, MLA Cariboo North

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Cariboo-Prince George Conservative Party of Canada Association

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING May 17, 2014 - from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Civic Centre

Our New Board of Directors and Executive will be elected. Those wishing a position please call 1-877-564-3545 prior to May 5, 2014. This will be the ground work for the 2015 Federal Election.

Registered Members Only.

Ken Newell, President

Robert William Farness May 3, 1946 ~ April 7, 2014 “If Bob could not buy an item – he built it”

Dan Brooks campaigns for the B.C. Conservative leadership in Salmon Arm.

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Brooks defeats B.C. Conservative ‘old guard’ which the B.C. Liberal government has extended from forests to mining and most recently to LNG development. “I think we have to resolve land claims definitely, not this indefinite accommodate and consult that really just perpetuates this uncertainty problem that we face,” Brooks said. “I know a lot of Conservatives don’t share this view, but I personally don’t

have a problem with settling land claims by giving First Nations land.” The government’s proposal to divide the agricultural land reserve into two zones is a good step, but it doesn’t go far enough, Brooks said. The provincial economy suffers with 95% of all land owned by the

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Dan Brooks says his election to replace John Cummins as leader of the B.C. Conservative Party represents a break from the “old guard” and a new era of stability for a party mainly known for infighting. Brooks, 38, took 62 per cent of the approximately 1,150 party members who voted. He defeated Rick Peterson, a 59-year-old investment banker who was endorsed by Cummins. “It was a great blessing to me when John Cummins and that crew endorsed Rick,” Brooks said Monday. “At that very moment, quite frankly, I thought ‘I’ve just won this.’ And I think they misjudged the depth of feeling in the party.” A former guideoutfitter, Brooks handed over his resort business near Vanderhoof to a partner and relocated to Kamloops to pursue his political career. He hopes

to appeal to urban voters by emphasizing the steep increase in B.C.’s debt in the Christy Clark era of B.C. Liberal rule. Brooks agrees with Clark’s emphasis on liquefied natural gas development, but says there is a “myopic” focus on one strategy while problems continue in forestry, mining and regions outside the north. Brooks opposes revenue sharing agreements with aboriginal groups,

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We are sad to announce Bob will no longer be accepting job offers. He has taken up puttering full time in his shop in the sky. “Two Dogs” Bob was a doggy daycare specialist, black smith, welder, trucker, bus driver, electrician, family home log builder, and jack of all trades. He was also a business owner of Little Village Blacksmith & Bob’s Tidy Tilling. Bob is survived by his son Rod (Jenny), daughter Melanie (Dave), grandkids; Justin, Zak, Katie and Harley. He will be missed by his friends; Melissa, Kevin, Dwayne, Carol, Stan, Joe and many others who held a special place in Bob’s heart. You know who you are– especially Molly and Duke. A Celebration of Bob’s life will be held on April 25th, 2014 from 1-5 pm at the Elks Hall, 202 Anderson Dr. Quesnel Family deeply appreciate the compassion of staff at Rotary House Hospice in Prince George. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Hospice House. Safeway

CAPSULE COMMENTS With Jessica Joly B.Sc. (Pharm)

Did you know that having a pet can lower your risk of heart disease? A pet, especially a dog, makes you more physically active and that’s a good thing. Pets also great companions and play a part in reducing stress. Having a pet isn’t for everyone but for those that have one, it can be very good for your health. Keeping track of your blood pressure at home is easy with a home blood pressure monitor. To get an accurate reading, empty your bladder beforehand. A full bladder may cause an inaccurate reading. Relax for a few minutes before taking the reading and keep your legs uncrossed. Also, no smoking or drinking any caffeinecontaining beverages within an hour of taking the reading. The first successful kidney transplant occurred in December 1954 by an American doctor, Joseph Murray. The donor and recipient were identical twins. He was a leader in the development of immunosupressive agents to reduce the chances of rejection of the transplanted organ. Occasionally in this column we mention the importance of medication adherence. This simply refers to taking the medication the way your doctor wants you to. This works much better if you understand why you are taking the medication and how it works in your body. Knowing how important it is to your better health will help you remember to take the medication the way your doctor has prescribed. Questions about your medications. Ask us. We have the answers.

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uman rights are at the centre of an argument after a 16-year-old girl was “raped in the dark.” France authorities have ordered mass DNA testing. Police began their testing on 527 male students and teachers at a French school Monday after the girl was raped in a dark washroom and unable to identify her predator. The DNA samples of 475 students, 31 teachers and 21 staff are expected to take three days. The samples require the consent of both the student and their guardians. But authorities warned refusal of the test would be considered “suspect” and anyone who denied authorities could be detained for questioning. This is where human rights lobbyists come in. Citing basic right to refusal and abuse of power, activists are calling the process “unacceptable.” And why? If you have nothing to hide, what is the problem? It’s a slight swab of your mouth and could potentially lead to the arrest and conviction of some twisted monster. Why in God’s green earth would anyone push back on this process? The funny thing (and not funny, haha) is most students have gone on record stating they had ton problem whatsoever with the tests, if it helped find the culprit. It’s the adults, the lobbyists and the lawyers making waves for what could potentially be the efficient and reliable means of nailing the rapist. So what gives? This is not the kind of lessons we want to be teaching impressionable minds. Why would you want to plant this seed in the minds of young men? That their right to refuse is more important than doing everything and anything you can to help catch a sex offender. It’s the only thing “unacceptable” in this argument. –Autumn MacDonald, Observer

Farmland fight sheds little light Detailed debate on changes to the Agricultural Land Commission got underway in the legislature last week, while protesters played to urban voters outside. A couple of West Kootenay NDP supporters brought a basket of homegrown veggies down to help East Kootenay MLA Bill Bennett get through the winter on a 100-mile diet. A group of mostly UBC scientists wrote to Premier Christy Clark, embracing the popular assumption that the changes will automatically mean more exclusions of agricultural land, as well as expanded secondary uses in the Cariboo, Kootenay and North zones. This “jeopardizes species at risk, threatens many common species, and will impact many species prized for hunting,” they wrote. It makes me wonder if these university botanists and bird experts actually understand what farming is. You know, clear-cutting a forest and planting largely monoculture crops? Using big machinery, creating drainage, applying fertilizers, controlling diseases, pests and wild animals? Not backyard

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B.C. Views gardening, real farming of the sort that has fed more people than in all of human history? Have they heard that the largest cause of deforestation in North America is farming? Do they imagine habitat loss from subdivisions sprawling across the Cariboo? Forests Minister Steve Thomson has been pinchhitting for Fort St. John MLA Pat Pimm on the agriculture file as Pimm undergoes cancer treatment. Thomson took exception when NDP agriculture critic Nicolas Simons asked if he is aware people think the changes are to “neuter the chair of the Agricultural Land Commission.” Thomson, a former executive director of the Kelowna-based B.C. Agriculture Association, replied that the changes do

unwieldy and he’d rather have the decision-making centralized in Burnaby. But we changed that. We decided as a duly elected government in 2003 that we wanted the regions to have a say on this stuff, so the intention of the legislation, we felt, was actually being defeated, because we hadn’t made it mandatory.” It will be mandatory soon, and Bullock’s days as commission chair appear to be numbered. “There’s no more discretion for any future chair to monkey with it,” Bennett added. One of Bennett’s key issues is denial of secondary residence construction to keep families on the land in the Interior. The legislation also introduces social and economic factors in weighing decisions in the North, Cariboo and Kootenay regions, where in most cases development pressure is an urban myth. The main ALC board will still have authority to revisit a local panel decision if the chair deems it inconsistent with the mandate to protect farmland. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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not reduce the independence of the chair. Under further questioning from Simons, Thomson allowed that the current ALC chair, Richard Bullock, has provided no response to the government on the proposals. Kelowna-Lake Country MLA Norm Letnick was appointed Friday to replace Pimm as agriculture minister. But this ALC project is Bennett’s initiative, so I asked him about his changes to the appointment process. Bennett said the six regional panels, up to three people each, were set up by then-minister Stan Hagen in 2003 to provide local input. That worked well, he said, until Bullock came on the scene and began exercising his discretion not to appoint people recommended by cabinet. “The chair doesn’t like the regional panels,” Bennett told me. “It’s a pain in the ass for the chair to have to deal with 18 farmers from all over the province in making decisions. It would be six farmers, because only one person from the regional panel actually sits on the provincial commission. “He thinks that it’s

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A yes vote is a vote for our future

e are at a cross roads – a new arena. Which way will we choose to go? Let’s make sure it happens this time. Instead of critizing about the pre-taxation or the fundraising – 9.9 million we should be rejoicing in the amount of money that has been raised and set aside toward a new arena, which keeps the cost of borrowing down. From what I understand the amount to be borrowed is 7.5 mil which would cost $26 per $100,000 of

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assessment for 20 years. We can pull in opposite directions forever or decide to pull together – as we did in 1988. Whether we like it or not the City is the hub of Quesnel and area, to even consider we should build a major facility in one of the outlying areas – exactly what would that accomplish? For example if it were built in Bouchie Lake, that would mean if you live in Barlow Creek, 10 Mile, south of town or west side you would then would have to drive miles out

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GUEST VIEWS of your way to use said facility – now wouldn’t that be convenient. What about restaurants, accommodation for hockey, figure skating tournaments or other venues? Now wouldn’t that idea really make

sense – have we buried common sense? The North Cariboo Joint Planning committee has made a decision based on what they feel is citizens’ input. The arena needs to be replaced; many of those that commented want it now – as in perhaps yesterday. I have heard people are embarrassed when other teams or venues come to Quesnel. At least 15 years ago we started discussions to replace an aging facility. The arena was built in the 1950s; someone during

that day had a vision that saw an arena that could seat 1,000 built. Perhaps that is why it has stood the test of time, but now we need to consider the future. Do we have a vision for the future as those old timers did? Imagine being able to host new concerts, maybe a major sport venue,(does anyone remember the All Star Rammers or Donald Jackson, being here, I do). It shouldn’t matter that our children no longer play hockey or figure skate.

What about future generations? A new facility will offer many things to Quesnel and our quality of life. Business looks to amenities available when making any decision to relocate to a Community. There will never be a better time –vote yes on June 14 for our future. Mary Glassford is a long-term Quesnel resident, former Cariboo Regional District director and city councilor and president of the Post Secondary Education Council.

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A lifelong volunteer

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Liane Kimmie began volunteering at the age of eight. Annie Gallant photo

ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter

iane Kimmie was surprised when her daughter and co-worker asked if she would agree to let her name stand for Volunteer Citizen of the Year. However, it really shouldn’t have come as a surprise. Liane has been a volunteer since she was eight-years-old. When her mother was unable to canvas for the March of Dimes, Liane stowed away her fears and went door to door collecting donations. It was also at this age that Liane, always an avid reader, approached the library as to how she could borrow more than one book at a time. Volunteering to return books to the shelves gave her the freedom of reading as much as she wanted. She continued to shelve books for the next four or five years. For Liane, volunteering has always provided her with a sense of accomplishment, a sense of pride in her contributions to the community. “That first volunteering at the library expanded my concept of what books were out there,” she said. “I was able to explore the different genres and I learned so much. The librarians were so welcoming and I learned the value of cross-generational interaction.” As Liane moved through the school system in Quesnel, she was active on student council, realizing she enjoyed the administrative side of being a student. It was also during her high school years

when she submitted a regular column for the Observer, called the blue and gold column in honour of QSS colours. She was also active in her university for two years before returning to Quesnel, where she entered the workforce in the financial sector. For the past 44 years she has enjoyed that field and this year celebrates 25 years with Investors Group. But there has never been a time when Liane wasn’t also a dedicated volunteer. “Volunteering has always been part of my life,” she said. “At least as much as breathing.” When asked what is at the top of her volunteer list, Liane paused for a few moments. Although all her volunteer work is important to her, there’s one that

is her passion. Since 1989, Liane has served on the School District 28 Scholarship and Bursary Committee. “I attend every graduation ceremony and to see kids receive assistance towards their future is rewarding. I get a lot of pleasure from that,” she said. “To see their self-esteem boost is phenomenal.” As with many committed volunteers, Liane has given her time to many community organizations and events. She has been a member of the Rotary Club of Quesnel for the past 12 years and served in all the executive positions,” she served 11 years on the Quesnel Figure Skating Club executive; has been a volunteer judge for the Miss

Quesnel Program; volunteered for 12 year with Billy Barker Days; spent eight years on the Lakeview elementary school PAC; served on the Quesnel Men’s Commercial Hockey League executive for eight years; and also gave her time to the organizing a 20-year class reunion, scorekeeper for the Quesnel Girls softball, the Quesnel and District Day Care Society, president of the Quesnel Ladies softball league, all the while never afraid to put her hand up and say, ‘I’ll do it.’ “Hockey, baseball, figuring skating, I didn’t play but I could organize.” Rotary also holds a special place in Liane’s heart. “I’ve loved being with Rotary since I joined in 2002,” she said. “I love the dynamics and I think Rotary does a fantastic job. Just look around the community, Rotary has done a lot. I love being part of such a great service club. And now, with the two clubs merging, this year I’ve taken charge of ticket sales the for Diamond Calcutta.” Liane figures she’ll be a volunteer until she dies and even maybe beyond. “Why would I give up volunteering when it gives me so much pleasure?” The Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the Year banquet and award ceremony is April 22, Royal Canadian Legion Hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., awards ceremony begins at 6:30 p.m. and music by After Eight starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 each, available at City Hall.

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Wednesday is RCMP Relay headshave day Quesnel’s Relay For Life takes place on Saturday, May 24 from 10:45 a.m. – 10:45 p.m. Some important dates to remember and events to support are as follows. Team Quesnel Crime Fighters will have a head shave at Spirit Square Wednesday, April 16. Mr. Mikes will be grilling burgers from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Team Captain Kick Off Meeting will be held Tuesday April 22 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Billy Barker Hotel. If your thinking of registering, it’s still not too late! Registration will be available until Friday, May 9. Bank Night will be Tuesday, May 13 from 6:30

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Cancer Clips – 8:30 p.m. at the Canadian Cancer Society office boardroom. Teams can drop off donations on this day and pick up their t-shirts. The theme for this year’s relay is the daffodil. We want the event to be a sea of yellow so decorate yourselves, your tents and your team to

reflect the daffodil. Relay For Life is an event where we get to remember, fight back and celebrate. It’s hard to imagine a life without cancer because it seems to affect each and every one of us in some way. During the survivor lap, I cannot help but feel their strength as they walk by. I see the smiling faces and know it illuminates the entire place. I see the volunteers, the participants, who walk all day and think about what moments they are holding onto – whether their memories bring comfort, or whether it’s a time to mourn someone they have lost. At the end of the day,

we have a ceremony to remember all the ones we have lost to cancer. I think about the names I see what their story was before this terrible disease cut their life short. I think about the ticking time bomb they carried with them that nobody else could see. What I want more than anything is for less people to suffer and for their fight to get easier. I want each and every one of us to have a greater fighting chance. You may say I’m a dreamer, but if you come to Relay For Life, you’ll see I’m not the only one. Ivana Topic is a volunteer with Canadian Cancer Society and regular Observer columnist.

TRUEMAN Scott and Kristen Trueman are proud to announce the birth of their son, Luke William Trueman, who was born April 5, 2014 at 2:01 a.m. and weighed 8 pounds, 9.4 ounces. Proud grandparents are Bill and Lis Trueman and Randy and Shelley England. Big sister, Amy, is also very excited! A special thank you to Dr. Minette Erlank and the nursing staff at G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital.

Community Calendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC... MONDAY BOUCHIE LAKE SENIORS’ LUNCHEON April 28 at Bouchie Lake Hall. Doors open at 10:30 a.m., lunch at noon. Donations for food bank gratefully accepted. Seniors 65 years and older welcome.

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Centre. There are four workshops and pre-registration is advised by call 250747-8363 or contact seniorsadvocate@ gmail.com. Subject include seniors tax info; advance care planning; BC government agent; and adjusting to life after driving.

THURSDAY 17TH ANNUAL COUNTRY BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE April 17 – 20, Seniors Centre, doors open at 12:30 p.m., April 17. Advance tickets $30/each at 250992-5696 or Circle S Western Wear until April 16. At the door $35/person for the weekend or $10/day. For information call Ken, 250-992-5696 or visit www.quesnelcountrybluegrass.org.

BILLY GOATS GRUFF, A STORYTELLING WORKSHOP, May 1, 3 – 4:30 p.m., Literacy Quesnel Office in Child Development Centre. Make puppets and learn to tell this story to your family and friends. Ages 4 – 6 need to be accompanied by an adult, ages 7 – 9 with or without an adults. Adults encouraged to attend. Registration is preferred, call 778414-9119.

FRIDAY KERSLEY PLAYERS PRESENT TALES FROM ME AND IRMIE May 10. Dinner theatre tickets are $25 available at Cariboo Propane and the Kersley General Store. QUESNEL’S INDO-

CANADIAN COMMUNITY’S VAISAKHI FESTIVAL April 25 – 27 at Sikh Temple on Lewis Dr. Flag Raising Celebration April 26, 10 a.m. Holy Book will be recited continuously for three days with special congregation on April 27, 11 a.m. – noon. Free kitchen for three days. All are welcome.

SATURDAY KARAOKE AT BEGBIES, Saturdays, 7 – 11 p.m. Come out for the fun. QUESNEL ART GALLERY PRESENTS ALL THINGS GLASS - EXPRESSIONS OF NATURE, featuring the stained, fused and mosaic glass designs of Sandy Fontaine and Melanie Wasyly-

shen. The show runs through the month of April. SPRING FLING DANCE April 26, sponsored by River city Music Association and Elks Lodge 298, doors open 7 p.m., Elks Hall. Cash bar, live music Bowen 8 – 9 p.m., then Alt 13 from 9 – 1 p.m. Only 100 tickets available at Quesnel Music, The Visitor Centre or by reserving with Russ 250992-3452, $10 each. QUESNEL LIONS MONTHLY GARAGE SALE, April 26 (the last Saturday of every month) at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hot dogs and coffee will be available. FAMILY FUN

(RELAY FOR LIFE) BOTTLE DROP OFF April 19, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Safeway parking lot. Will pick up cans and bottles anytime, call MaryAnn, 250-249-5720. FRIENDS OF THE MUSEUM ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE May 3, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the museum. Donations of used books, DVDs and puzzles may be dropped off at the museum, April 2 – 26, Wed. – Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. excluding Easter weekend. No encyclopedias, Readers Digests or National Geographics, please. For information call 250-992-9580.

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Rev Bowling Lanes on Reid Street. To register your team go online to bigbrothersbigsistersofquesnel. ca or contact Joanie 250-992-7257. Theme this year is Hillbilly Hoedown.

ONGOING EVENTS SCRABBLE at the Quesnel Seniors Centre, Thursdays 1 p.m., for information contact Jean 250992-5051.

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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THELMA ANNIE HARDING sadly announce her peaceful passing on April 12, 2014 at G.R. Banker Hospital A funeral service for Thelma will be held Thursday, April 17th at 1 pm at St. Andrew’s United Church, with interment to follow at the Quesnel cemetery A reception tea will follow the service at the United Church Hall. Clayton’s Funeral Directors entrusted with arrangements.

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Sir Richard; gentle ruler of his equine kingdom S

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Finding a new home Deane’s Black Belt and Vile Pole move to Maple Park Mall Jonas Gagnon Observer Reporter

From top left: Kolenchuk watches over his pupils as they learn the boken; Phillips shows off a move on the pole during the Vile Pole grand opening; Kolenchuk and Phillips show the crowd one of their moves. Jonas Gagnon photo

It’s kind of a speak easy thing at the moment – if you know what’s going on you know where it is, but if you don’t, you’d walk past the door to Bob Deane’s Black Belt Academy/ Vile pole Arts without a clue. They’ll get a sign soon, once they’ve finished slashing their way through the red tape jungle, but for now Pan-like directions should suffice: second door to the left of Dollarama and straight on through the boot room. Once inside it’s familiar and strange all at once. All the old equipment is there – the punching bags and Tae kwon Do equipment, but it’s been joined by a hardwood floor and permanent poles; the two disciplines separated by movable walls. The bigger space along with the added walls were a big part of why they made the move. It allows Jenny Phillips and Joel Kolenchuk more leeway in their scheduling. “I can offer a lot more spots,” Phillips said “Our prime times are during the same hours,” Kolenchuk added. The separate area also gives a bit of privacy for pole fitness practitioners and private fitness lessons that the old space didn’t provide, with its large windows. The space, with it’s dual nature, will also allow Kolenchuk and Phillips to expand, each in their own direction.

“We’re looking to expand a bit, make sure that we’re getting more students, getting people, getting the word out that we’re offering more than just the base level stuff we were doing previously,” Kolenchuk said. Kolenchuk is looking to move out from Tae Kwon Do into mixed martial arts training, and Jiu JItsu, while Phillips will be adding aerial yoga, interval training, along with diet and nutrition consultations, making the place an all-around fitness centre. With the additional classes and growth in both the Black Belt Academy and Vile Pole, the pair are looking to keep growing and adding to the activities Quesnel has to offer. They’re the second sport/club to make the move to Maple Park Mall after the Quesnel River Archers moved up there earlier this year and they hope to bring an influx of people to the mall. Already they have heard from Bootlegger, who is right across from them in the mall, parents will drop off their children and head over to browse the store when the mall is open. And it goes both ways, as shoppers have looked in during Tae Kwon Do practices to see what’s going on. “I’m hoping it breathes a little more life back into it, especially having more people here on a regular basis,” Kolenchuk said. “We definitely don’t want to be moving again soon.” See PAGE A20

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Back in the sun

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Skaters and bike riders alike are back in the sun and sticking some outstanding tricks in the skate park after a long winter indoors. Jonas Gagnon photos

Rodeo

Kicking off the circuit in Barriere Barriere kick started the rodeo season with snow still on the ground for much of the province. Taylor Cherry of Quesnel took first in junior breakaway, followed by Cache Creek's Harley Antoine and hometown rider Tristan Brackham. Quesnel's Kira Stowell was the fastest peewee barrel racer, beating Cache Creek's Gracie Antoine, who took second, by over half a second. Taylan James of Kamloops took third. Cherry also took third in junior barrel racing. Williams

Lake's Callie Hume finished in second and Tosha Seitz of Savona took first. Jody Gilson, also of Quesnel, took third in ladies barrel racing, preceded by Pamela Morrison of Celista in second and Keri Mikkelsen of Pritchard in first. In bull riding, Levi Lawlor of Quesnel came in third. Salmon Arm's Brady Smith came in first, followed by hometown ride Justin Davis. Langley's Logan Wharry came in on top in tie down roping, followed by Cawston's Steve Pozzobon in second and Jake Herman of

Quesnel

Chase in third. In steer wrestling, Luke Simonin of Naramata came in first. Kamloops' Cole Scott took second and Joel Isnardy rounded out the top three. Rike Wieth of Lone Bute stood on top in breakaway roping. Williams Lake's Denise Swampy came in second, followed by Candace Chevalier of Peachland. Tim Terepocki and Jeff Wills took first in team roping. Neil Antoine and Mark Pozzobon came in second, with Terepocki taking third as well, but this time teamed with Ty Lytton.

Minor Hockey

Quesnel & District Minor Hockey Is now accepting applications for Coaches for 2014/15 season. The deadline for Rep Team Coaching applications is May 31st. They can be found on our website at www.qdmha.com. We are missing 3 people for our Executive Committee:

Secretary Coach Coordinator VP House

In junior steer riding, Tristan Holt of Barriere took first, followed by Louis Creek's Rhett Bloomfield in second and Gatlin Steinke of

Clearwater in third. Saturday and Sunday, the rodeo rolls through Williams Lake for the 24th Williams Lake Indoor Rodeo.

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On offer at Valley Auction Ltd. April 3, 2014 Head of Livestock 512 Number of Buyers N/A

Baby Calves ............................. $ 50.00 $ 350.00 Veal Calves .............................. $ -$ -D 1-2 Cows ............................. $ 90.00 $ 100.00 D 3-5 Cows ............................. $ 78.00 $ 89.00 Holstein Cows .......................... $ 78.00 $ 94.75 Bulls ........................................ $ 95.00 $ 120.00 Bred Cows (% by head)............ $ -$ -Cow Calf Pairs (% by head) ...... $ 1500.00 $ 1800.00 FEEDER CATTLE DIVISIONS (prices quoted per 100 lbs.) Steer Calves 300 - 400 ............ $ 230.00 $ 240.00 Steer Calves 400 - 500 ............ $ 217.00 $ 230.00 Steer Calves 500 - 600 ............ $ 213.00 $ 224.00 Steer Calves 600-700 .............. $ 170.00 $ 192.00 Feeder Steers 700-800 ............ $ 165.00 $ 173.75 Feeder Steers 800-900 ............ $ 155.00 $ 164.00 Feeder Steers 900-1000 .......... $ 126.00 $ 134.25 Heifer Calves 300 - 400 ........... $ 165.00 $ 175.00 Heifer Calves 400 - 500 ......... $ 173.00 $ 182.50 Heifer Calves 500 - 600 ........... $ 174.00 $ 184.00 Heifer Calves 600 -700 ............ $ 158.00 $ 170.00 Feeder Heifers 700 - 800 ......... $ 146.00 $ 155.00 Feeder Heifers 800 - 900 ......... $ 143.00 $ 156.00 Feeder Heifers 900 - 1000 ....... $ 121.00 $ 140.00 HOGS, SHEEP & GOATS Sows ....................................... $ -$ -Weaner Pigs ............................ $ -$ -Feeder lambs ........................... $ 90.00 $ 145.00 Lambs & Ewes ......................... $ 50.00 $ 90.00 Goats ....................................... $ 50.00 $ 175.00

North Cariboo Growers

These are key positions that MUST be filled prior to next season. Please step up and help out. Have a Vote!!!!

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April 13 - 19, 2014 ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you may need to come up with some new ways to show your affection, as your old ways are starting to fall short. Look to Leo for inspiration. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, a few kinks still need to be worked out, but your master plan will soon be in place. Start putting the wheels in motion and your work won’t go unrecognized. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you are great at creating a good time out of nothing at all. Get together with a few friends and let the good times roll. Others may envy this talent. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 You have a rare opportunity to show off your skills this week, Cancer. When your talents are on display, don’t worry about hogging that spotlight. Enjoy your time in the limelight. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Take some time for quiet inspiration, Leo. It is just what you need after a busy week in which your stamina was put to the test. Rest and recharge for a few days. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Tasks at work have certainly tried your patience, Virgo. Just when you are settled in, you get pulled in another direction very quickly. Save up those vacation days. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 It’s time to lighten up, Libra. Throw a party, take a trip or hang out with friends. Just be sure to focus on fun and let other concerns fall by the wayside for a little while. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, do your best to get all of your ducks in a row this week. Keep distractions at bay and don’t allow social engagements to take precedence over more pressing matters. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you will have to remain two steps ahead of everyone else to get a project done this week. Things are moving quite quickly now, so make every minute count. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 A challenge is on the horizon, Capricorn. But remain calm and you will handle every challenge that comes your way. Aries provides some extra help. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, some may call you stubborn, but “dedicated” might be a more appropriate term. Once your mind is set, it is hard to pull you off course, and this week is no different. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 You have plenty of energy to carry you through to the weekend, Pisces. A big surprise is in store in the coming days. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS APRIL 13 - Carles Puyol, Athlete (36) APRIL 14 - Robert Carlyle, Actor (53) APRIL 15 - Emma Watson, Actress (23) APRIL 16 - Peter Billingsley, Actor (43) APRIL 17 - Rooney Mara, Actress (29) APRIL 18 - Jeff Dunham, Comic (52) APRIL 19 - Ashley Judd, Actress (46)

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MEMORIAL GIFTS

Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association 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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Announcements

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Korny Riediger!

Obituaries

Employment Business Opportunities

William Bruce Russell

Will be held Saturday, April 19th @ 1pm, at the Bouchie Lake Hall. All are welcome to come & join the family to celebrate Bruce’s life.

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

ACCOUNTANT (WOODLANDS) Adams Lake Division

International Forest Products Limited (Interfor) is a growth-oriented lumber company with operations in Canada and the United States. The Company has annual production capacity of 2.6 billion board feet and offers one of the most diverse lines of lumber products to customers around the world. Major Responsibilities: • Responsible for producing the Woodlands financial statements, government reporting and analysis, including preparation of the monthly woodlands cost statements, balance sheet analysis and reconciliation. • Administrative duties including collating monthly financial package, minute taking, safety data maintenance, and ordering office supplies. The ideal candidate will possess the following preferred skills and qualifications: • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills • Post-secondary education required • Pursuing a professional accounting designation (CGA, CPA) is highly preferred • Minimum three years of experience in forestry or related manufacturing industry To express interest in this opportunity, please apply online at www.interfor.com/careers We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment background check.

Adopt a Shelter Cat!

The BC SPCA cares for thousands of orphaned and abandoned cats each year. If you can give a homeless cat a second chance at happiness, please visit your local shelter today.

Obituaries

A Celebration of Life for the late

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

Invest your future with one of the world’s largest lumber companies

Love the Family

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Business Opportunities

In Memoriam

BCSPCA www.spca.bc.ca Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Come grow with us. At Catalyst, the opportunities are endless. We challenge and reward you to stretch your abilities, improve your personal and career prospects and get ahead. We are western North America’s largest specialty paper manufacturer and producer of some of the world’s most environmentally responsible paper and pulp. Our Powell River division is now accepting résumés for a:

2nd Class Power Engineer You’ll be contributing your skills to a workplace that encourages continuous learning, development and advancement. A BC-certiﬁed Power Engineer, you bring a solid technical understanding of steam and power production as well as efﬂuent and water treatment. As you’ll be called on to oversee other employees, previous supervisory or training experience will be essential for this role. A pulp and paper background would be an asset. If you have the skills we're looking for and would like to join us for a strong future together, apply online at catalystpaper.com/careers.

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Help Wanted

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Help Wanted

QUESNEL TILLICUM SOCIETY NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE

Help Wanted

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Unique Opportunity

Family Finder and Kinship Worker

Responsibilities: Identify and locate a child’s family or other close community members as possible out of care option. • Work collaboratively with MCFD Social Workers, partner agencies and community. • Coordinate and implement Preventative workshops • Assist to develop culturally relevant activities and events • Qualifications: BSW • Excellent Communication and computer skills • Good understanding of First Nations Culture • Valid driver’s licence Preference will be given to First Nations applicants Hours of work: Full time position Monday to Friday 35 hours per week. Some weekend work may be required.

Cultural Programmer

Responsibilities: • Develop/ implement cultural activities and events • Coordinate visits with children/families • Implement Rights of Passage Ceremonies • Promote and market cultural events Qualifications: • Excellent communication/computer skills • Knowledge of local First Nations Culture. Preference will be given to First Nations applicants. Hours of work: Part time position 17.5 Hours per week. Some weekend work may be required. Please send resumes to Sandy Brunton Executive Director Quesnel Tillicum Society 319 North Fraser Drive Quesnel BC V2J 1Y9 Phone 250-992-8347 Fax: 250-992-5708 or email sandy.brunton@qnfc.bc.ca Deadline for accepting resumes: April 22, 2014

APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

Black Press has a very unique opportunity for the right person.

Now Hiring for 2 positions

Education/Trade Schools

We currently have an opening for a sales person to help us with our paid distribution newspapers across B.C. This position means getting out in the community and talking to subscribers about our newspapers and working to build stronger relationships with existing readers of our newspapers. It also includes finding new subscribers for our newspapers and helping introduce them our award winning host of community newspapers. This is not a year-around position and will run from March to October each year. We offer a spectacular compensation package and bonus incentives. Your own vehicle is required, but we cover all travel expenses. This is really a great opportunity for the right person. It is a different type of job, but definitely has different types of rewards. If you feel this position would be the perfect fit for you, then we would love to hear from you. Please email all enquiries to Michelle Bedford at circulation@trailtimes.ca.

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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 & then choose the FastTRACK Application.

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Help Wanted Ulysses Restaurant has immediate openings for servers & cooks. Apply in person @ 122 Barlow Ave. Waitress/Delivery Driver Wanted! Drop off resume in person to Fulin Restaurant, 340 Anderson Dr. No phone calls please.

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Denny’s, $IFX 3E 2VFTOFM, BC. V + 3 or e-mail your resume to @dennys.ca

Looking For PArT-TiME Work?

SOLIDARITY...

We’re looking for an individual who wants part-time work.

SOLD

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TICKETS ON SALE NOW at Circle S Western Wear $40 (cash only)

PRODUCTIONS

BIG COUNTRY PRINTERS 49347

Win 2 Tickets to Corb Lund in Quesnel

CABINETRY/ MILLWORK FOREMAN

Mi-tec Millwork & Cabinetry has an opportunity for a qualified Shop Foreman. Minimum 5 years’ experience supervising a team of 5 or more cabinet makers. Please email shop@mi-tec.com for further details See us at www.mi-tec.com

CONCRETE FINISHERS & Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; Fax 780-444-9165. Jobs@RaidersConcrete.com.

Denny’s Restaurant in 2VFTOFM

Full time and Part time positions.

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Trades, Technical

Volunteers

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Medical/Dental Full Time CDA required for busy practise in Quesnel, four days a week. Please contact Shelley @ (250)991-5297 or fax resume to (250)992-2503

A temporary Carrier / Driver that includes delivery of the Quesnel Cariboo Observer door to door. Must be self motivated Must have a valid driver’s licence and reliable car.

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

Services

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Farm Services Round 4x5 Hay Bales Alpha-Tim mix, Call 250-9832842.

Pets & Livestock

Livestock

PHONE: DRAW DATE: April 25@4 pm

Drop off entry at Quesnel Cariboo Observer, 188 Carson Ave. Quesnel, B.C. The winner will be drawn from the entries received. Employees of the Quesnel Cariboo Observer are not eligible. Participants must

be at least 19 years of age. Judges decision final. No Photocopies.

Call the office of Quesnel Cariboo Observer 188 Carson Ave. Quesnel Phone: 250 - 992 - 2121

Exotic Animal & Bird Auction Sunday May 4, 11:30 a.m. 4071 McLean Rd., Quesnel Accepting all animals and related items, wire or wooden cages (No Cardboard) Phone B.C. Auctions 250-9922459 or 250-983-1239

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Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Rentals

Garage Sales

Misc. for Sale

Misc. Wanted

For Sale By Owner

Real Estate

Townhouses

Moving out & Garage sale, 815 Avery Ave., April 18, 19, 20, 26-27,May 3-4, 10-11, 10am -6pm

KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com

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 BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

Moduline Mobile Home 14X70 2Bdrm. Pad rental $165/mo. in rural park. $65,900 Call (250)992-6440 for more info.

Cariboo Place 1 bdrm. Close to hospital. Currently rented. $54,900 604-808-1171

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

Real Estate

Mortgages

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Acreage for Sale

FIXED 5 YEAR RATE

Misc. Wanted

PROPERTY WANTED! Quesnel Area, 2 or more acres. Call (778)395-0777

WHERE DO YOU TURN

KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate Bugs- Guaranteed. No Mess, Odorless, Long Lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot.

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

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Transportation

Cars - Domestic ONE OWNER

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr. Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Adult Orientated

2003 Chevrolet Impala, 4DR. Beige, fully equipped, excellent on fuel V6 Automatic, 195 miles, $2500, 250-992-8747.

Trucks & Vans 2002 Duramax Diesel 4X4 Ext. Cab, AUTO

Call 250-992-8949 Bright, updated 2Bdrm. Appt. in Creekside. N/S, N/P, $650/mo. Call (250)983-8252 FIR Crest Apartments - 1 & 2 bdrm suites, North Quesnel. N/P, no parties. (250)992-6593

Commercial/ Industrial Busy Building Central Location. 443 s/f upper level unit, newer flooring, $425/mo. + tax & 295 s/f bsmt. unit, newer paint & floor, $190/mo. + tax. Both include heat & hydro. Call Terri @ (250)992-7202

Family owned since new, 4” Cognito lift, new upper ball joints, 2 new tires, new Bilstein shocks, 309,000 km’s $10,500 Call (250)255-1353

Boats

Homes for Rent PROFESSIONAL couple in late forties looking to rent home in Williams Lake or surrounding area preferably on large lot or acreage. N/S, quiet and responsible. Have two mature dogs, willing to post pet deposit and pay upwards of $1500/ month rent. Email steveashley101@yahoo.ca or 267 4846

WQ 1Bdrm. House For Rent. Available May 1st. $625/mo. Call (778)638-0004

250-992-2121 email:Karen@quesnelobserver.com

Other Areas

classifieds@quesnelobserver.com 188 Carson Avenue 250-992-2121

Suites, Lower 1bdrm bsmt suite suitable for mature, n/s, working person or couple. Utilities incl. N/p, references required (250)747-1434 Available April 15th

Suites, Upper 2 bedroom suite for rent, located in West Quesnel, N/S,N/P, Call 250-983-9813

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SPORTS

Grand opening

from A14 To celebrate the move, Vile Pole had a grand opening, complete with training for the uninitiated and a show from those in the know. “The performance we put together was a big highlight

for a lot people,” Phillips said. “In the classes you learn the moves and you kind of put them together here and there, but actually putting them all together as a dance was really good for the audience and really good

for the dancers and got them interested in starting to do competitions and showcase.” It also brought the private students together as a group, which helped build community around the sport. With a successful

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production under her belt, Phillips is looking forward to bringing the show to Quesnel at large in the future. Kolenchuk too is looking to have a grand opening for the other side, with masters from Kamloops coming up.