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Bowl for Kids Sake a big success Big Brothers Big Sisters of Quesnel fundraising event, Hillbilly Hoedown raised more than $16,500 for ongoing agency programs. Teams dressed up as their faviourite hillbilly and had fun. Karen Powell photo
Weaker Canadian dollar and high lumber prices responsible for WF improved earnings AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter West Fraser is crediting a weaker Canadian dollar, and higher lumber prices for improved earnings in the first quarter. The company reported earnings of $72 million or $0.84 per share on sales of $809 million in the first quarter. Lumber operations generated operating earnings of $79 million and operation earnings plus amortization and restructuring charges
(EBITDA) of $107 million. “The improvement over the prior quarter reflects higher southern yellow pine (SYP) lumber prices and the benefit of a weaker Canadian dollar partially offset by lower shipments,” the company’s release states. Operating earnings in the previous quarter included a $24 million restructuring charge. The panel segment, which includes plywood, laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and medium density fibreboard (MDF)
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generated $7 million of operating earnings and EBITDA of $11 million in the quarter, reflecting higher plywood prices. Pulp and paper operations generated operating earnings of $22 million in the quarter and EBITDA of $32 million. West Fraser credits the improvement from the previous quarter to a weaker Canadian dollar and improved operating rates at their mills. “During the quarter, much of Canada and the U.S. experienced severe winter conditions and
significantly restricted railcar availability, which impaired the transport of our products to market,” the release states. “Shipments were further adversely affected by a 28-day trucking strike at the port of Vancouver during March. As a result, our finished-goods inventories at the end of the quarter were at unusually high levels. “We expect that as the weather improves and the building season progresses, inventories will decrease to more normal levels.”
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West Fraser expects volatile lumber prices over the balance of 2014 as the supply chain adjusts to more normal shipping flows and the weather-delayed building season progresses. The recovery of the U.S. housing market continues to be the greatest uncertainty that will affect lumber prices. Pulp prices are under pressure as new global hardwood pulp supply entered the market in the quarter. “We continue to be confident about the long-
term recovery of the U.S. housing market although we do expect that it will be bumpy,” West Fraser’s President and CEO Ted Seraphim said. “Our purchases of three sawmills, two in Arkansas and one in northern Alberta reflects our positive view of the future. “The current combined capacity of these mills is 380 million board feet and with some additional capital investment, we expect to increase capacity to 485 million board feet.”
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Thoughtful gifts for the new mom Ask any new mom what she’d like this Mother’s Day, and she’ll likely ask for a few extra hours of sleep. Between feedings, diaper changes and interrupted nights, most mothers of newborns can use all the help they can get. If you have a new mom in your life, help make her first Mother’s Day one that she’ll always remember. Canadian lifestyle expert, Janette Ewen offers these tips for choosing thoughtful gifts for the new mom: Time is precious. If you arrange something like a cleaning service, the delivery of groceries or a qualified baby-sitting service, you will surely ease the workload and put a smile on her face. “Even volunteering a
few hours to empty the dishwasher and fold some laundry can be a huge help for parents of newborns,” Ewen points out. Make her feel special. How about a gift card that ensures she takes time out for her body, mind and soul? A voucher for a pedicure or hair appointment makes her feel pampered, it also gives her some much needed alone time. Celebrate special milestones. If you prefer to give her a keepsake to honour her first year as a mother, a gift of jewelry may be just the thing “Pandora Mother’s Day collection of charms, statement rings, pendants, clips and earrings are all eyecatching symbols of love and motherhood,” says Ewen. “If you’re buying for a new
mom, why not start a charm bracelet, so you can continue to add to it in years to come? Motherhood is filled with milestones, so imagine if the first sterling silver charm is the new Baby Girl or Baby Boy charm, or the new twotone Vintage Heart. One of my favorite gifts for a new mom is a sterling silver letter pendant with the baby’s initial,” says Ewen. Spring is in full bloom by Mother’s Day, and this year Pandora jewelry designers bring the two occasions together with hand finished pink enamel roses, spring flowers, symbolic hearts and filigree lace. “And all of the pieces are made from sterling silver or 14-karat gold,” Ewen points out.
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Mother-daughter gifts Little girls count on their mothers for care and safety, question their mothers throughout their teens, sift out her knowledge as they come of age – and then somehow overnight, it can strike like a bolt of lightning. There it is, as it’s always been, our mother’s unconditional love from the second we were born. Appreciation may take a while to grow, but when it does, mothers and daughters often become best friends as they laugh, listen, learn and lean on each other equally. As adults, Mother’s Day is one more opportunity to strengthen those ties, to spoil her with surprises, and to give symbols of the unconditional love we feel for her as well. Canadian lifestyle expert Janette Ewen offers these tips
for personalized gifts between adult mothers and daughters: Tap a special interest. You may have a few shared pursuits with your mother, but which one is tops for her? Is it music, cooking, perhaps horseback riding? Her favourite pastime can be the base for a gift, or for a day out together. Indeed, if it’s something you also did together when you were younger, now it may have much more meaning. Give her a gift card – and go shopping. Select a store that is certain to put a sparkle in her eye and arrange a day to take her there. The allure of a gift card is the fun of finding something fabulous on someone else’s dime. Honour your bond with a keepsake. Start a bracelet
that can be filled with special charms for years to come. Celebrating moments is the specialty of leading jewelry brand, Pandora, and this year their Mother’s Day collection (with delicate roses, tiny bows, symbolic hearts and filigree lace) is especially eyecatching as it goes hand-inhand with the pretty pastels of spring. On future occasions, you can solve any gift-giving dilemma with a matching statement ring, pendant, clip or earrings. The collection can be explored at Pandora.net. Take part in her fitness and health. If you have shared health and wellness goals, buy her new runners and some attractive new work-out clothes. Plan a weekly walk together, a game of tennis, yoga, swimming or aerobics.
Treat mom to a tasty trifle What’s better than treating mom to a delicious dessert? Try this for a a sty, simply treat. 1 pkg Betty Crocker* SuperMoist* White Cake Mix Water, vegetable oil and egg whites called for on cake mix box 2 cups (500 mL) blueberries 2 cups (500 mL) raspberries 2 cups (500 mL) strawberries, halved 1/3 cup (75 mL) granulated sugar ¼ cup (50 mL) raspberry-flavoured liqueur or cranberryraspberry juice 1 cup (250 mL) whipping cream 2 tbsp (25 mL) icing sugar Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Make cake as directed on box for 13x9inch pan. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Cool completely, about 1 hour. While cake is cooling, in medium bowl,
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gently mix berries, granulated sugar and raspberry liqueur. In chilled large bowl, beat whipping cream and icing sugar with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Cut or tear cake into 1-inch pieces. In 3-quart glass trifle
bowl, arrange half the pieces. Spoon half of the berry mixture over cake; top with half of the whipped cream. Repeat layers. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with additional berries if desired. Spread the fruit layers all the
way to the edges of the trifle bowl so that the colours will be visible when the trifle is assembled. Using a chilled bowl and beaters ensures that the whipping cream will quickly form peaks when beaten. Enjoy!
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NEWS
Taxes to increase by 2.5 per cent
Council proceeded with the first three readings of Financial Bylaw No. 1736 of 2014 and the first three readings of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1737 of 2014. What this means to residents: The average residence (based on an average home assessed at $161,553), will see an increase of 2.5 per cent to the municipal portion of their property tax bill; an increase of 4.4 per cent to the Cariboo Regional District portion; and a decrease of -0.5 per cent to the School Tax portion. The average residence will see an overall increase of $31.11 to their property tax bill, based on the average home assessment above.
Local elections Council appointed Gina Albers as the Chief Election Officer along with Maureen Murray as Deputy Chief Election Officer in order to conduct the 2014 Local Government Election in Quesnel in accordance with the Local Government Act. Public input sought for new licence.
Council will proceed with public input regarding the Liquor Primary Licence Application from Rev Bowling Lanes located at 452 Reid Street. The public consultation date has been set for Mon. June 9 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Tenure conversion Council approved the preparation of a presentation to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations regarding forest tenure conversions from volume based to area based. The reports with respect to this issue are available within the agenda on the city’s website as noted. The BC government is contemplating policy changes that would enable, on an invitation basis only, the conversion of some volume-based forest tenures to area-based forest tenures. The intent is to help address the issue of a declining timber supply in our area due to the mountain pine beetle. Comments on the Ministry’s discussion paper
are welcome from the public until noon, Fri. May 30 and can be submitted online at engage.gov.bc.ca/ foresttenures, via email to Forest.Tenures@gov.bc.ca, or by fax to 250-387-6445. Residents are encouraged to submit their comments to the provincial government.
Permit Variance Permit\ Development Permit Amendment was approved by Council for the new Johnston Meier building located at 199 St. Laurent. The variance amendment approved affects the number of on-site parking spaces, now permitting 17 parking spaces from the 22 required by bylaw. The permit changes were to the outer cladding of the building moving to materials that better suit the characteristics of the downtown core. The development permit allows for a two storey building with office spaces on the main floor and six apartment style dwellings on the second floor.
• City’s website is now linked to the new QuesnelShiraoi Twinning Society’s website, www.shiraoihouse. com. • A technical error in Quesnel’s Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1734 has been corrected and a public hearing date has been scheduled for Tues. May 27 at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers. Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1735 will also be heard at the May 27 meeting. • City has been successful in their application to the Local Government Management Internship program.
Important dates July 18–20: Quesnel Rodeo Club Summer Rodeo Aug. 24: Prospector Car Club Annual Show and Shine Sept. 12–14: Quesnel Rodeo Club BCRA
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For the Record The upcoming referendum, June 14, is for the North Cariboo Arena Replacement Project, not the Multi-Centre, as previously stated in the April 30 edition of the Observer. Advance polls are June 4 and 9 at Quesnel City Hall.
Obituary Tribute
Thelma Annie Harding April 12, 2014
It is with deep sadness that the family of Thelma Annie Harding of Quesnel, British Columbia, formerly of Sherbrooke, Quebec announce her peaceful passing on Saturday, April 12, 2014 at the age of 89 at G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital in Quesnel, B.C. Thelma is pre-deceased by her husband Arnold on February 5, 2006. She is lovingly remembered by sons Brian (Judy) of Kitchener, Ontario, Kevan (Dianna) of Kamloops, B.C., grandchildren: Jason (Becky) of Kitchener, Ontario; Lindsay of Kitchener, Ontario; Josh of St. John’s Newfoundland; and Chad of Kamloops, B.C. Also five great
grandchildren: Charlee, Ruby, Sierra, Aiden and Avery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Andrews United Church, 218 Kinchant St., Quesnel, B.C. Many thanks to the staff at Maeford Place. Special thank you to Shirley and Carol also the ladies at the St. Andrews United Church for the lunch after the service.
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Helen Dixon Centre to be restructured
Following a lengthy review of the Continuing Adult Education Program based out of the Helen Dixon Centre, the Quesnel Board of Education is announcing that programs will be restructured effective July 1, 2014. he need to restructure is a result of the declining
enrolment of adult students and changes to the funding of adult courses. The restructured Continuing Education program will give adult students greater access to certified teachers and all of the teachers will be members of the Quesnel & District Teachers’ Association.
Tim Lofstrom has been appointed to the position of principal of Helen Dixon Centre effective August 1, 2014. Lofstrom has worked for the Quesnel School District since 2006. He has served as Principal at three Quesnel District Elementary Schools.
He is currently the Principal of Voyageur Elementary School. He also worked for the Prince George School District for 13 years as an elementary teacher in Mackenzie. Lofstrom holds a Masters of Art Degree in Educational Administration and Curriculum as
well as a Bachelor of Education (Intermediate Education) and Bachelor of Arts (History). Lofstrom will be responsible for Continuing Adult Education, Helen Dixon Centre retail programs, International Student Program and Distributed Learning.
Arts and culture grants announced The Central Cariboo Arts and Culture Society is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2014 CCACS Grants Program. Project grants were available for nonprofit organizations or community groups in Williams Lake and the Central Cariboo (CRD Areas D, E, and F) to support and develop arts and culture within this region.
Grant recipients: • 150 Mile House Greenbelt, Trail & Heritage Society 150 Mile House Old Schoolhouse ($1,100) • Arts on the Fly Festival Society (Horsefly) - Arts on the Fly Music and Dance Festival ($1,500) • Cariboo Chilcotin Child Development Centre - Summer Arts Camp ($2,000) • Cariboo Chilcotin Metis Association 2nd Annual Country/ Bluegrass Music Jamboree, McLeese Lake ($1,800) • Cariboo Mountain Bike Consortium Cariboo Mountain Bike Film Festival ($1,200) • Cedar Point Park Board/Cedar City Museum (Likely) - Museum Movies ($1,100) • Community Arts Council of Williams Lake - Programming Assistance ($2,000) • Horsefly River Roundtable - Horsefly River Salmon Festival ($2,000) • Medieval Market Organizing Team - Medieval Market Entertainment ($1,500) • Orange Shirt Day - ($1,850)
• Scout Island Nature Centre - Art in Nature, Nature in Art ($1,500) • Soda Creek Indian Band (Xatll First Nation) - Xatll First Nation Celebrates Aboriginal Day ($1,000)
• Station House Studio and Gallery Society - “My Williams Lake” Celebrating Williams Lake’s 85th Birthday Group Summer Show Artist Framing Subsidies ($2,000) • Williams Lake
Studio Theatre Theatre BC 2014 Central Interior Zone (CIZ) Festival ($1,000) • Williams Lake Writer’s Group -
Cariboo Chilcotin Writer’s Gathering and Workshop ($415) • Women’s Contact Society - Williams Lake Children’s Festival ($1,500)
Irene Phoenix
January 9, 1928 ~ April 26, 2014
With sadness we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and friend Irene Phoenix. Irene will be lovingly remembered by her children Dale Phoenix & Shannon (Andre) Laporte, her grandchildren: Courtney (Billy) Newhook, Ashley (Patrick) Rempel and her great grandchilden: Kaitlyn, Ethan, Liv, Hannah, Madison and Carter. Pre-deceased by her husband Lloyd, son Roy and daughter in-law Fern. No service by request.
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“Are you in favour of the Cariboo Regional District adopting Loan Authorization Bylaw 4905 to borrow up to $7.5 million over 20 years to provide for the construction of a new arena as part of the North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Service?” (Based on 2014 assessed values, the estimated annual cost to undertake this borrowing translates to a residential tax rate of $26/$100,000 of the net taxable assessed value of land and improvements.) Scrutineers for and against the question must be appointed if applications are received from persons who wish to volunteer for the positions. Only persons entitled to vote as electors on the question shown above are entitled to act as scrutineers. One scrutineer for and one scrutineer against the question will be appointed for each voting place if sufficient applications are received. Applications to act as a scrutineer will be received by the Chief Election Officer during regular office days and hours at the office of the Cariboo Regional District, Suite D - 180 North Third Avenue, Williams Lake, BC during the period: 9:00 am, Monday, May 12, 2014 to 4:00 pm, Wednesday, May 21, 2014 Application forms are available at: - Cariboo Regional District, Suite D, 180 North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake - Cariboo Regional District, #102 – 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel - Quesnel City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel - Online at www.cariboord.bc.ca Interested persons can obtain information on the requirements and procedures for making an application by contacting the following persons: Alice Johnston, Chief Election Officer, CRD Office (phone: 250-392-3351 or 1-800-665-1636) Gina Albers, Deputy Chief Election Officer, City of Quesnel Office (phone: 250-992-2111) Alice Johnston Chief Election Officer Cariboo Regional District
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hould the public be consulted when governments are planning contentious changes in legislation? And if so, should the governments heed the public’s opinions? The federal government’s “Fair Elections Act” triggered public outrage as it is seen as anything but fair. The provincial government’s plans to monkey with land use by “updating” the Agricultural Land Reserve and changing the management of forest tenures have alarmed both political friends and foes. The BC Agriculture Council (representing 14,000 farmers) is among the critics of Bill 24 (ALR changes). After listening to this group, Norm Letnick, B.C.’s brand new agriculture minister, says he is open to input and would consider a rewrite. However, B.C.’s Core Review Minister Bill Bennett, who crafted the bill, indicated it will pass as is during the current legislative session. It will be interesting to see who prevails. Jim Snetsinger, B.C.’s former chief forester, is leading the brief consultation process on forest tenure. There are no public sessions planned, he’ll meet with designated people here tomorrow. While most agree there are many issues to deal with in the aftermath of the mountain pine beetle epidemic, environmentalists, retired professional foresters, ordinary people and even Don Kayne, CEO of the giant Canfor Corporation, are questioning both the province’s planned solution and the limited consultation process. Fair Elections Act has huge implications for the integrity of our electoral system, but a new government could reverse it. The province’s plans for farmland and forests are a different matter. The impacts will last a long, long time. Wouldn’t it be fair (wise?) to allow citizens to have some say in planning the province’s future? – Black Press
The proof is in the picture W
hen you live alone and walk out the doors of your freshly cleaned house, chances are it’s going to look exactly the same once you return home. When you live with other people, particularly those like mine, all you can do is make requests and hope for the best. Once in awhile I’m pleasantly surprised after one of my cleaning sprees that the house remains neat and tidy for hours after the invasion of my children and their friends. Last Friday was not one of those times. Instead of walking upstairs to the orderly home I had left behind, I instead found a couple of chairs on top of the dining room table, another one lying on the floor, and the rest were pressed up against the wall. Large gymnastic mats were strewn all over the place, garbage and dirty dishes were everywhere, and the one and only indoor plant I have ever managed to keep alive for two full years was, tragically, lying on the floor in a pile of dirt, broken into several pieces. “Sam!” I yelled, since
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On A Brighter Note I knew my 10-year-old daughter had already been picked up for her sleepover at a friend’s house. “Get up here!” My 13-year-old son bounded up the stairs to see what was wrong. “How did it get like this?” I asked. “It looks like a bomb went off in here.” “I have no idea,” he said, looking around, perplexed. “It wasn’t me.” I reminded him of my parting words when I told him, his sister and their friends that I had just cleaned the house and wanted to keep it that way, and to put their dirty dishes in the dishwasher and their garbage in the garbage can. His reply had been “Yes, Mom. And we’ll put the recycling in the recycling
dogs. They loved it.” When I asked why he didn’t tell me that in the first place he didn’t seem to connect the creative structure he had built with the disarray he had left behind. “It wasn’t that messy, Mom,” he insisted. “It just looked that way.” That statement didn’t really make sense, but at the same time, it kind of did. My own temporary clutter never looks or feels as bad to me as theirs does. And I fully recognize that not everyone’s a neat freak. Some people are naturally more comfortable living in a disaster zone no matter who made it that way, and they’re not irritated by it like I am. There have even been studies published that suggest some minds think more clearly and creatively in a disorderly environment. Those are the types of people that I live with, and as messy as they are, I wouldn’t have it any other way. Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com
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too.” They did none of that. He helped me clean the chaos, and as he did he let me know that the empty Dairy Queen Blizzard cups and cereal bowls weren’t his or his friend’s. Obviously his little sister and her pals were the guilty culprits. But when Daisy returned home from her sleepover the following morning I questioned her about the incident, and she blamed her brother. “Sam made that mess, not me,” she said. Normally I wouldn’t have known who to believe, but this time the girl child had something the boy child didn’t have: photographic evidence. Handing me her iPad, she showed me a snapshot of her brother perched on the large gymnastics mats he had stacked on top of the backs of the dining room chairs that were all lined up in a row. Precariously sitting on top of the rubber mats with him was our little dog, Charlie. “Oh, yeah,” he said laughing at the picture after I showed it to him. “We built a train for the
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Celebrating twinning T
he QuesnelShiraoi Twinning Society recently gave a presentation to members of council at a meeting of the committee of the whole. Member-at-large Brad Powell, was the spokesperson for the group comprised of approximately 13 dedicated volunteers. He reviewed the society’s 2013 achievements, spoke about the Shiraoi House facility and the opportunities for residents and visitors alike, the society’s financial report, and he provided council with a quick look at their goals for 2014. This society is celebrating 27 years as a non-profit society dedicated to international goodwill and friendship. Every second year, they host a student delegation of approximately 15 students from Shiraoi between the ages of Grades 7 – 11 to homestay with a Quesnel family for one week. These students have the opportunity to experience life in Canada, Quesnel in particular, and partake in a number of planned activities, including visiting the local schools. On alternating years, the society, together with the School District, select up to 15 students to make the trip to Japan for one week, again, staying with local families. Fund raising, grants, donations
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MAYOR’S MESSAGE and rental income from the facility all assist with the costs associated with this travel opportunity and experience for our children. The Twinning Society joins in on Canada Day with celebrations in the Shiraoi House in Lebourdais Park and participates in the Billy Barker Days parade. Their themed floats are always popular and last year, the theme was Tanabata, a Japanese festival honouring two lovers who may only meet once a year. They received the first place award in the Best Club Association Float. In September, the decorations from that float were displayed in our local museum. In 2013 we received the Shiraoi mayor’s delegation from Oct. 3 – 6. In two and a half days, starting with a warm reception at the house, the group toured the Farmer’s Market and some local businesses, shuffled through the pulp mill and the college, then, close to exhaustion, played a fun yet challenging game of soccer with some of our
locals. The society work this year is well underway. Selection for the student delegation that will visit Shiraoi in 2015 has begun. Preparation and fundraising will be ongoing until the time of departure in July 2015. An adult delegation will be going at the same time. The10th anniversary of the official opening of the Shiraoi House is on Sept. 4. Planning is currently underway for an open house and official celebration. Stay tuned. The Shiraoi House is well utilized for a number of recurring events and is available for rent. The society’s website was rebuilt and published in 2013 and offers an interactive calendar of house events and a virtual tour of the facility. All the information you need to rent the house is available online as well. Pay a visit to www. shiraoihouse.com. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you to the members of the QuesnelShiraoi Twinning Society for their valuable service to our community. If you have a question for Mayor Mary Sjostrom, please e-mail it to us at newsroom@ quesnelobserver.com and we’ll forward it to the Mayor so she can answer it in an upcoming column.
Corb Lund tickets winner Much to her surprise, Marion Gordon was the lucky winner of two tickets to the May 10 Corb Lund concert. Many Observer subscribers were hopeful of winning the tickets but Marion was the name drawn. The concert has been sold out for several weeks. Handing over the tickets and congratulating Marion is former Observer sports editor Jonas Gagnon who has moved on to other opportunities. Annie Gallant photo
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When considering the threat of air pollution, consider the air inside a home is susceptible to pollution as well. The following are some of the common sources of indoor air pollution that can prove to be harmful. • Carpet: Some materials in carpet emit volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, which are emitted as gases and can have both short- and longterm adverse health effects. The concentration of many VOCs is as much as 10 times higher indoors than outdoors. When purchasing new carpet, choose low-VOC adhesives that do not contain formaldehyde. It’s also ideal to install new carpet in spring or early summer, when windows can be opened. • Glue: Glue is widely considered a handy cure-all for minor problems around the house, but glue may also be compromising your health. Certain glues and adhesives like rubber cement emit VOCs, which can irritate the eyes and even the nervous system, and some may even emit toxic formaldehyde. • Air fresheners: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency notes that many household air fresheners almost continuously release pollutants. The best way to freshen air in a home is to open the windows and let fresh air inside. • Older appliances: Old or malfunctioning stoves, furnaces
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Spa Rivier spa staff: left to right back: Savannah Davies, Kandis Arno, Jody Rosner and Janaya McLauchlan; left to right front: Deanna McCulloch, Donna Jacobsen and Kristina Dougherty. Annie Gallant photo
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assured of the best care possible. “All our products are one-time use only, even our files have peel off one-customer usage,” Spa Rivier owner Donna Jacobsen said. In Spa Rivier’s nail department two nail technicians offer a full range of services including gel nails, acrylic nails, gel polish and all the decorative art. “We also carry through our high standard of tool sterilization and customer care,” Jacobsen added. Heading into the massage department, Kandis Arno and Jody Rosner take special care to provide first class relaxation and therapeutic massages. Jody is new to the spa and brings
excellent skills and 10 years experience in the beauty and spa industry. With a massage and spa practitioner certificate and training in relaxation and deep tissue massage, reflexology, Eminence organic facials, manicures, pedicures gel polish, St. Tropez spray tans and most waxing, she looks forward to providing clients with a truly blissful experience. “With two massage practitioners we’re pleased to offer couple massages and corporate event services,” Donna said. Spa Rivier’s beauty boutique features innovative, customized treatments utilizing two unique products lines. Eminence skincare is an
award-winning organic line from Hungary while the anti-aging Comfort Zone is an Italian line founded in science with an international reputation for excellence and a diverse range of product and treatment offerings. “These brands are the choice in many of the world’s best spas,” Jacobsen said of Eminence and Comfort Zone’s world class reputations. She added, “I won’t carry a line that doesn’t offer, here in Quesnel, an educational component. All spa staff enjoy the educational services of the brands we carry.” Spa Rivier is pleased to offer its clients the Jane Irerdale line of mineral cosmetics, the only
cosmetic approved by the Canadian Cancer Society. “Healthy makeup goes hand and hand with healthy skin,” Donna said. New to Spa Rivier is the services of Dr. Badenhorst who will provide Botox and Juvederm Softlift treatments. “These treatments do not replace good skin care but it can give you instant results,” she added. However, according to the literature, creams work well on the surface of the skin, Botox Cosmetic works below the surface to relax the muscles that cause the lines and wrinkles to form. As we age, it’s not just about lines and wrinkles though. The face can also lose its fullness and
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Ray Blackmore of Century 21 Bob Sutton Realty displays his 4 impressive awards. For 10 consecutive years Ray has earned the MLS Award which is given to realtors who attain a level of sales equal to 10x the average sale price. For 5 consecutive years Ray has won the prestigious Century 21 Centurion Producer Award for top sales. Ray was also presented with the Centurion Honor Society Plague and pin for recognition of outstanding achievement, hard work and superior results. Furthermore, Ray was recognized for being #41 individually in Canada for Century 21 Sales by units. Archie Hlady of Century 21 Bob Sutton Realty comments: “We’ve never, in 30+ years in the business, had anyone achieve such high standards and we are extremely proud of Ray’s accomplishments. His work ethic and high level of customer service is exemplary.”
“Thank-you and congratulations Ray!” Appropriately, on the banks of Baker Creek, Mayor Mary Sjostrom presents founding member and continued supporter Dora McMillan with a plaque commemorating the 20th anniversary of Baker Creek Enhancement Society; right centre and far right: some of the crowd takes a moment to review all the achievements of BCES; below: a cupcake presentation in the form of the BCES logo.
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Top 4-H speakers Teams from Barlow Creek, Hixon and Kersley 4-H clubs competed in the district speech and demonstration competition recently. Junior demonstrations saw Shannon and Patrick Foley of Barlow Creek in top spot with their demo on honey extraction, Kyle and Finonna Gillespie of Hixon 4-H Club in second with wax candle making and Jayne and Lucy Pontius also receiving the top honours in the senior division. In public speaking top: Kayleen Dillabough, Barlow Creek 4-H, first, Chantelle Klassen, Kersley 4-H and Anni Kurta, Kersley 4-H, in third; bottom: Camryn Klassen Kersley 4-H, first, Carmen Rojas, Kersley 4-H, second and Emma Pontius, Barlow Creek 4-H, in third. The top two juniors and top two seniors advanced to regionals and did very well. Quesnel 4-H District Council would like to thank all the judges as well as the parents and leaders for their help.
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very few weeks, we enjoy visiting our senior citizens in Dunrovan Park Lodge. I have friends who avoid visiting such places, because they find it discouraging – seeing their own future, perhaps! At any rate, we usually find it to be just the opposite. Most residents are so happy for a visit, a change of routine, a “breath of air” from the outside. One week I noticed papers taped to each resident’s door. On closer look, I saw that people had filled out a simple questionnaire, giving some of their personal details and highlighting events in their lives. One question asked what their favourite vacation had been. And here is the “winning” response: Vacation! What vacation! We were
farmers!! What for the snow to caught my melt?) At any attention most rate, this dear was that there woman looked seemed to be no up at me and negative feeling said, “Oh, but in the remark: spring is a long just reality; that’s way off! I’ve just the way lived here my Peggy Corbett things were. Seventh-day Adventist Church whole life and A couple of spring is not here weeks ago while visiting yet!” All of this, she said one of our boys in Grande with a smile. Why was she Prairie, I had a similar so cheerful, while voicing experience. We dropped by the lack of something that a seniors’ home on a sunny, we all want – and in a cold prairie afternoon. We hurry, if you please? sang a few songs and then I come away from these chatted with the residents. visits inspired by the I held the frail hand of one example of people who sweet lady and remarked have lived a life full of trial how good it was to see the and challenge who can still sun that day. She must have exude hope and good cheer. caught the note of hope in I am reminded of Paul’s my voice (how many times declaration in Philippians a day, this year, have you 4:11: I have learned heard a quivering voice long how to be content with
whatever I have. In light of all the things that we usually think of learning – job skills, communication skills, etc. – I rarely hear of anyone teaching or learning contentment. But I think we should; and in this spirit, I noticed a new-to-me Facebook site: All things Positive, Quesnel. Go ahead; post something that is good in your town. Go ahead; focus on the good that you have in your life. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honourable and right and pure and lovely and admirable. (Phil 4:8) Learn to be thankful, and content; be contagious with the positive. Peggy Corbett is a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church congregation in Quesnel.
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Mothers Day at Cottonwood House
Cottonwood House Historic Site is now open for the season with events planned throughout the summer and into the fall. The first event is Mothers Day, May 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. where the public is invited to join the fun and even bid on a delightful basket for their favourite mother.
Cottonwood House management has changed hands and the new manager, Bill Edwards, has great plans for improving the visitor experience at the historic site including more demonstrations, comprehensive interpretive services. Entrance to the historic site is $5 (adults), $3 (students) and $4 (seniors) as
well as a family rate of $15. For an additional $5, visitors can take a wagon ride along a four-kilometer trail, pulled by a matched pair of draft horses, all the while learning more of the amazing history of Cottonwood House. Beginning in 1864, this historic site has been a favourite stopping place for
travellers since the gold rush and continues today with many visitors looking for an authentic glimpse into the history of the North Cariboo’s famous stopping house. Located about 28 km from Quesnel along the beautiful Barkerville Highway, watch for the signs as well as wildlife.
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he sour cherry has been available to the Northern gardener for many years. I’m sure many of you have a Montmorency growing in your garden. Sour cherries have come a long way in recent years thanks to the University of Saskatchewan. They have been developing many new varieties for both the commercial grower and the backyard gardener. In 1996, Carmine Jewel was released and is still used in the commercial market. This sour cherry has many benefits over the older varieties. For one, it is classified as a large shrub. The 2 m. (6 – 7 ft.) height makes it ideal for picking. No more teetering on the ladder. It can also be pruned into a tree form. The fruit is dark black and the colour continues all the way through the fruit. The pits are considered small, so more flesh than pit. Wait for the fruit to turn black before picking. If picked too early it won’t develop its true sweetness. In 2004, the Romance series out of the University of Saskatchewan was released. This included, Romeo, Juliet, Cupid, Valentine and Crimson Passion. We have the following varieties: Carmine Jewel, Romeo, Cupid and Juliet. Romeo is very similar to Carmine Jewel but ripens much later. The flesh is very flavourful and is one the best for juice. Juliet is dark red with high sugar content and is one of the best for fresh eating. Cupid has the largest fruit of the series. The fruit is black to dark red and good for fresh eating. You don’t need lots of space for these fruit trees. They are ideal for the small garden and can be incorporated into the landscape. The white blossoms are very ornamental and will brighten up the background of a mixed planting or provide some height at the end of a foundation planting. Another bonus of this group of cherries is the fact that they are hardy to zone 2. It usually takes a plant two to three years to settle in, put down roots and start producing a significant crop. And once you are tired of making pies, dry the remainder in the oven or a dehydrator for a very tasty treat. Jean Atkinson is a horticulturist with Richbar Golf and Garden.
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Clockwise from top left: Jordan Brears, Jackson Nickolet, Jordan Brears, and Colton Shepherd.
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Motocross racers earned and burned
Quesnel motocross racers left the Cariboo and headed down to Kamloops for round 3 of BCMA racing this past weekend. Despite the Quesnel track only being opened for one week for practice prior to this event, they fuelled up and headed south. Saturday, April 26 was a paid practice day for the rider’s and Sunday, April 27 was race day. The track was prepped, the weather was cold, but that didn’t stop the Cariboo boys from hitting the track. Hitting the track was an under statement for # 82
Colton Shepherd, moving up in class this year from junior to intermediate, who went out for practice on Saturday and was determined to master the Kamloops track set up by pros the weekend before with triple and double jumps, only to not quite execute one of the jumps and hitting the ground on top of his bike and then having his bike landing on him. After being checked over at the Kamloops hospital, he limped away with a sprained knee and bruised ribs. Scott Davis riding in the vet junior class also took a
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bad landing and re-injured a previous injury to his knee taking him out during practice and also unable to race on Sunday. Jordy Davis who competed as well last season (Scott’s son) wasn’t able to attend due to recovering from a severe ankle break at Kamloops fall series last year. Several other competitive riders from neighbouring communities also suffered severe injuries this past weekend that put an end to their weekend of racing. As a result from all the injuries
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from Saturday, a practice day, they eliminated some of the extreme jumps and modified the track to accommodate the BCMA racer’s for the following race day. Jackson Nickolet #671, also moving up from junior to intermediate was on a role last race in Ashcroft, taking the podium and taking the hardware back to Quesnel had a very good start to the race on Sunday, taking the lead in his class but then an unfortunate landing on his first lap, pummelled him head over heals, resulted in serious
injuries putting him out of the race with a concussion and a broken wrist. But by the end of race day, every one was on the side of Jordon Brears, racing for his second season with the Quesnel Motocross Association, who went out and persevered, taking home a First Class Trophy in his class, making the week end a great success to a new and up coming racer. This coming weekend, May 3 – 4, Quesnel will be hosting rounds four and five of BCMA racing. –Submitted by Gerry Shepherd
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Quesnel rides at Vanderhoof rodeo Riders were in Vanderhoof last weekend riding at the Nechako Valley Rodeo. In bull riding, Quesnel rider Matt O’Flynn hung on to Alcatraz to take first. Dyson Laneve, from Quesnel, roped his way to first in junior breakaway roping, followed by Narley Antoine of Cache Creek. Quesnel’s Taylor Cherry took third. Quesnel riders excelled in pole bending with riders placing first in both junior and pee wee – Taylor Cherry for junior and Kira Stowell in pee wee. Mychaela Ketlo from Fraser Lake placed second, and Jennifer Schuck from Tatla Lake placed third. In pee wee, a rider from Monte Creek, Taylan James, placed
second and a rider from Vanderhoof, Riley Beien placed third. Steve Lloyd from Quesnel placed first in tie-down roping, followed by Vanderhoof rider Dustin Shields who placed second and Langley rider Logan Wharry who placed third. Quesnel rider Todd Lloyd shared first placed with Carl Hyde from Prince George in team roping. Kamloops rider Jeff Wills paired with Myles King from Kamloops to place second and Vanderhoof roping team Josh Delmer and Josh Siemens placed third. In junior steer riding, Tristan Brackman from Louis Creek placed first, with Quesnel rider
Lane Paley placing second, and Emmett Beeds from Williams Lake placing third. Two riders from Quesnel placed third in barrel racing, Kira Stowell placing for pee wee and PerriLynn Leneve in junior. In pee wee, Gracie Antoine from Cache Creek placed first, with Vanderhoof rider Riley Beier coming in second. For junior, Tosha Seitz from Savona placed first, followed by Williams Lake rider CallieJo Numi in second. Kamloops riders dominated the saddle bronc, with Cole Scott winning both first and second place and Joe Roberson placing third. In bareback, Telkwa rider Chris Dieleman raced to get both first and third place and Fort St. John rider Brady Thomas placed
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Skaters from the Quesnel Figure Skating Club performed wonderfully at the end of the season Spring Gala April 25. The skaters club had a lot to celebrate after this incredibly successful season. The club members did very well, with skater Selena Van Aert winning several victories over the chores of the season. Over the last two years Selena placed 2nd. This year has proven to be a highlight for the young skater and the Quesnel Figure Skating Club with Selena placing 1st at the Jingle Blade, CNCR Regionals, and Totem. This accomplished skater also placed 2nd at the Super Series in Kelowna, and skated into victory to win the overall title. “I am extremely satisfied with my final season in Quesnel Figure Skating Club,” skater Selena Van Aert said “Winning the Super Series Final is definitely one of the best highlights of my whole skating career. Finally being able to say “I am a provincial champion” is such a great feeling. All of the endless support from the club, as well as all the people around me really helped me achieve my goals and I can’t thank them enough. This gala was very special to me because
it will be my final memory with the club. Throughout all my years of skating, I have become very close with so many people. They are all family to me. The arena is my second home; I grew up there and made so many great memories that I will never forget. Moving on will be hard, but figure skating will always be a part of me.” The Spring Gala event included a new segment, which registered three to four year olds, and these young members from the CanSkate program performed in several group numbers. The CanPower skaters performed a choreographed group number with Sharon Chow. Both the audience and the skaters seems to thoroughly enjoy these group numbers remarked club coach Wendy Berezowsky. The Spring Gala also featured execptional solo performance from some of the club accomplished skaters. The gala ended in a final tribute performance by Selena. The Quesnel figure skating club is already looking forward in excitement for the next season. The club will be holding the CNCR Regional Championships, and the planning has already begun.
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Elizabeth Fry Society Immediate Employment Opportunities
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The Teal Jones Group is currently accepting resumes for the following full-time job opportunity at its Sandspit Logging Operation.
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We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are accepting applications for a temporary part-time Victim Service Worker in our Quesnel office. The position is effective until March 31, 2015. The successful candidate will assist clients in dealing with any victimization resulting from partner assault, adult sexual assault, child sexual assault/abuse and criminal harassment. Minimum requirements are a diploma in human services or a related field, two years relevant previous work experience. This is a union position. A vehicle is required. A job description is available by contacting our Prince George office at 250-5631113. Please mail or fax cover letter and resume on or before noon, May 5, 2014 to Bally Bassi, MA, Manager of Community, Social and Justice Programs, Elizabeth Fry Society, 1575 -5th Avenue, Prince George, BC V2L 3L9 Fax 250-563-8765
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QUESNEL TILLICUM SOCIETY The Program Directors Responsibilities include: - Developing and implementing programs - Proposal Writing - to secure funds for programs - Organize new and on-going events Qualifications: - Excellent proposal writing skills - Experience and ability in dealing with people - Good understanding of 1st Nations Culture - Computer skills necessary - Good communication skills, written and oral - Valid drivers license and own vehicle Hours of Work: Monday to Friday - 17.5 hours per week Some weekend work will be expected Please send resumes to: Sandy Brunton, Executive Director Quesnel Tillicum Society - 319 North Fraser Drive Quesnel, BC V2J 1Y9 Email: sandy.brunton@qnfc.bc.ca Ph: 250-992-8347 Fx: 250-992-5708 Deadline for resumes: May 5th, 2014 at 4:00 pm
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The KDL Group is currently looking for Log Truck Drivers and Independent Owner Operator Logging Trucks in its Fort St. James and Mackenzie operating areas. Trucks are required for the 2014 season with deliveries into Fort St James, Vanderhoof, Prince George and Mackenzie. There is a need for long loggers, short loggers and off highway hayracks.
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Quesnel River Pulp a division of West Fraser Mills Ltd.
Looking for your next great career opportunity? Armstrong, BC • MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR ͳ LUMBER • MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR ͳ PLYWOOD POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Armstrong Division of Tolko Industries is a large complex consisƟng of a Lumbermill, Plywood plant and CogeneraƟon faciliƟes. ReporƟng to the Maintenance Superintendent, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for providing supervision of the crews to obtain proper operaƟng eĸciencies and achieve quality and machine safety standards.
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• Display a strong commitment towards safety is essenƟal. • The successful candidate will possess a diploma/technical degree in a mechanical or electrical related Įeld. • Ability to use JDE or similar CMMS programs is important. • A strong ability in AnalyƟcal TroubleshooƟng and applying Failure Modes and Eīects Analysis. • Able to lead diverse trades groups into highly eīecƟve Maintenance Teams by focusing on Maintenance Best PracƟces and a strong Quality Assurance Program. Our tradiƟon of excellence is built on strong company values, a challenging environment, and conƟnuous development. To explore current career opportuniƟes and become a part of our community, apply online today at www.tolko.com. ApplicaƟons will be accepted unƟl May 4, 2014. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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QUESNEL RIVER PULP is accepting resumes for the following position:
SERVICE Writer/Warranty Administrator required immediately for busy Heavy Truck repair shop in Kelowna, BC. Parts and/or service experience in the industry an asset. Attention to detail, clear communication and organization skills a must. Competitive wages and benefits reflecting experience. Please forward all resumes to jdiesel1@telus.net.
Help Wanted An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051. PROCESSOR OPERATORS NEEDED. Full time processor positions available in Quesnel area. Minimum 1 yr processing experience, Competitive wages provided, along with good work environment. For more details please email informal resume (work history, references and contact info), to: moffatfalls@gmail.com attn: Craig Chapman Quesnel Sand & Gravel is looking for a Logging truck mechanic, 12 mo. a year work, competitive wage & benefits. Contact office: 250-992-2388, Tyler @250-983-3359 or email:qsgravel@telus.net STERLING ELECTRICAL INC, in Terrace BC, has immediate openings for a full time Journeymen and an Apprentice electrician. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in commercial and residential work have the ability to work alone, with minimal supervision. Journeyman/Red Seal is preferred, but not required. The salary is negotiable depending on experience. Send resume to sterling@sterlingelectrical.net. For more information call 250-6351861 ask for Nicole. Tim Horton’s Quesnel now hiring FT & PT staff. Apply in person with resume to downtown location. Ulysses Restaurant has immediate openings for servers & cooks. Apply in person @ 122 Barlow Ave.
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THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Available By Appointment Only Monday to Sunday 8:00am - 7:00pm 1386 Chew Rd. 250-747-5223
Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services FULL & part time front counter help wanted at The Goldfield Bakery, Barkerville, B.C. Send resume to fax 250-994-3241 or email bcirotto@goldcity.net
Trades, Technical Transportation / Heavy Duty Mechanic required in Nakusp, BC. Must be Red Seal Certified, able to work on a variety of makes, models of trucks, trailers, components. A CVIP Certificate, welding skills an asset. Full time position with flexible hours. Group benefits. Competitive wages. Fax or email resumes to: 250-2653853 or whrepair@telus.net
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RELIEF PERSONNEL This is a permanent full-time position. Applicants must have a minimum of Grade 12. Fourth Class Power Engineering qualifications would be an asset. This job involves working in several different areas and performing various functions throughout the Mill. This basic work experience will provide the background and training required to enable the individual to move into Production, Technical, Maintenance, or Stores Departments. Quesnel River Pulp offers an attractive benefit and compensation package. Deadline for receipt of resumes is May 16, 2014. We regret that only those being considered will be contacted. Please submit resume to: qrpulp@westfraser.com, or mail to: Personnel Services Quesnel River Pulp 1000 Finning Road Quesnel, BC V2J 6A1 Fax: 250-992-2612
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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
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NAZKO FIRST NATION Position: Community Health Nurse Team Leader
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Position: Home Care Nurse Nazko First Nation provides health services to approximately 150 First Nation members on several reserves along the Nazko River near Quesnel. Nazko First Nation is currently seeking a home care nurse from Tuesday to Thursday. Qualifications & Requirements: t t t t t
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Wages will be dependant upon experience and qualifications. Open till position is filled.
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Nazko First Nation provides health services to approximately 150 First Nation members on several reserves along the Nazko River. Nazko First Nation is currently seeking a nurse from Monday to Thursday. Qualifications & Requirements:
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General Labourers required to Àll full-time positions with East Fraser Fiber Co. Ltd. at our Fingerjoint Mill in Mackenzie, BC. Successful candidates will be physically Àt team players with safe work habits, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work using the English language. No minimum education requirement. The starting wage is $15.00 per hour. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with the potenƟal for conƟnuous growth and development? At Tolko people are our most valuable resource and our success depends on innovaƟve individuals who are aligned with our organizaƟonal values. We currently have the following career opportunity available:
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POSITION OVERVIEW: As part of a highly skilled and moƟvated maintenance team the Heavy Duty Mechanic will play a key role in maintaining the mechanical reliability of site mobile equipment. This key posiƟon works closely with maintenance and other staī to ensure quality and overall site mobile equipment eĸciency. QUALIFICATIONS: • Commitment to working safely • Strong communicaƟon, interpersonal and organizaƟonal skills • Ability to work independently with liƩle supervision • QualiĮed Heavy Duty Mechanic with a valid Interprovincial Journeyman Ɵcket • Experience with Caterpillar, Liebherr and Taylor equipment would be an asset • Level A welding Ɵcket would be an asset • Able to work shiŌ work Tolko oīers an uncompromising focus on safety performance, compeƟƟve compensaƟon packages, sustainable business pracƟces, and a progressive environment. We are an industry leader in world markets and we are looking for some great people to join our team!
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3 Commercial Units for lease in WQ, good location on main street. Each over 1700sqft. Call (250)983-9813 or (250)983-5298. 4000 sq. ft. Shop, 16’ ceiling, 2 bath, includes 1 bdrm. suite. Lots of parking. $850/mo. Call (250)992-7625 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
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In this difďŹ cult economic climate, I make sure to shop locally! By doing so, I save jobs and I save businesses! Competition 1402 (1.0 FTE) Competition 1402 (1.0 FTE)
NCCS is seeking a fulltime Elementary Teacher. If you have a desire to teach and share God’s word with elementary grade students within an independent interdenominational Christian school setting, we would like to hear from you. Quoting the competition number in the subject line, direct your cover letter and resume to Andrew Martin, Principal at office@nccschool.ca.
NCCS is seeking a fulltime Elementary Teacher. If you have a desire to teach and share God’s word with elementary grade students within an independent interdenominational Christian school setting, we would Our Teachers must be BC certified and have a dedication to Christian Education. All successful candidates a Statement Faith. Entry salary begins at $34,680 annum a competitive like sign to hear from you.of Quoting the level competition number in the per subject line,with direct your coverbenefits letter and package. A complete job description can be provided through our office. For more information about our school please visit our website at www.nccschool.ca. This competition is open until filled. resume to Andrew Martin, Principal at office@nccschool.ca. NCCS opened its doors in 1994. We have grown to a size of 61 students from Grades Kindergarten to Grade 9. We are equipped with a computer lab, gym, library and full playground facilities. Quesnel, BC, is a vibrant city with a population of 25,000 including outlying rural areas. See www.city.quesnel.bc.ca/ for more information.
Our Teachers must be BC certified and have a dedication to Christian Education. All successful candidates sign a Statement of Faith. Entry level salary begins at $34,680 per annum with a competitive benefits Elementary Teaching Opportunity at NCCS 1402 (1.0 FTE) package. A complete job description can beCompetition provided through our office. For more information about our school please visit our website at www.nccschool.ca. This competition is open until filled. NCCS is seeking a fulltime Elementary Teacher. If you have a desire to teach and share God’s word with elementary grade students within an independent interdenominational Christian school setting, we would like to hear from you. Quoting the competition number in the subject line, direct your cover letter and resume to Andrew Martin, Principal at office@nccschool.ca.
Our Teachers must be BC certified and have a dedication to Christian Education. All successful candidates sign a Statement of Faith. Entry level salary begins at $34,680 per annum with a competitive benefits package. A complete job description can be provided through our office. For more information about our school please visit our website at www.nccschool.ca. This competition is open until filled.
NCCS opened its doors in 1994. We have grown to a size of 61 students from Grades Kindergarten to Grade 9. We are equipped with a computer lab, gym, library and full playground facilities. Quesnel, BC, is a vibrant city with a population of 25,000 including outlying rural areas. See www.city.quesnel.bc.ca/ for more information. NCCS opened its doors in 1994. We have grown to a size of 61 students from Grades Kindergarten to Grade 9. We are equipped with a computer lab, gym, library and full playground facilities. Quesnel, BC, is a vibrant city with a population of 25,000 including outlying rural areas. See www.city.quesnel.bc.ca/ for more information.
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It’s spring car cleaning time, inside and out If a road trip is part of your vacation An easy check and repair item is plans this summer, it’s time to get lighting. You may need some help the horseless chariot prepared. confirming that the brake and That means cleaning it inside and backup lights are functioning at out and performing some important the rear. Otherwise, it’s a simple maintenance to ensure you get the walk-around check that should best fuel economy. include the turn signals and headIn most parts of B.C., the swap lights (both low and high beams) Unnecessary from winter tires to all-season or weight increases fuel and don’t forget the license plate summer tires is already well under and those little side marker lights. consumption and way (studded winter tire removal is If you’ve got a vehicle with a mandatory by April 30). Winter tires some of that extra headlight (clear plastic) cover are made with a softer and stickier weight could be in that’s showing its age, there are rubber compound that wears faster the form of mud and some good products on the market and increases fuel consumption at now that help restore clarity. dirt on your vehicle’s Wiper blades are another easy higher temperatures. They also tend to be noisier and you’ll hear them undercarriage. check and replace item. A buildeven more, now that you can finally Bob McHugh up of grease or grim on the roll down the windows. windshield will also reduce the You may also be dragging around effectiveness of the wipers. Clean too much junk in the trunk, like that snow shovel the rubber wiper blade with a soft cloth soaked you always pack during in the winter months. in the glass cleaner. In B.C., those windshield Unnecessary weight increases fuel consumption wipers typically work harder than anywhere else and some of that extra weight could be in the in Canada and life expectancy can be less than form of mud and dirt on your vehicle’s undercara year. If they’re still streaking, chattering or riage. Road salt is probably also trapped in that generally not doing the job – replace them. muddy mess, which is a corrosion accelerant that Getting back to tires, a loaded vehicle driven at your vehicle’s body doesn’t need. highway speeds for prolonged periods in hot While you’re poking around in the trunk, take a weather conditions can be a punishing test for look under the floor cover. Water leaking into the tires and the dreaded blow-out is a real concern. vehicle tends to accumulate in the lowest spots, Even a tire that looks okay and has plenty of or maybe that’s why it’s called a spare-wheel tread remaining may not be in great shape. The well. If the spare is a conventional tire, check its “best before” date on most passenger tires is inflation pressure and, while you’re at it, make eight years old and you should be able to find sure that the emergency jack and tool kit are a date of manufacture stamped somewhere on also in good working order. sidewall of the tire.
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A tire also performs best, lasts longer and provides best fuel economy when its internal pressure is set at a level recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, and checked on a regular basis. The tire decal, with optimal front and rear recommended tire pressures, is usually on the driver’s door or door jam. If not, the owner’s manual should give you the information and/or tell you where the tire decal is located. A single under-inflated tire (by about 6 psi /40 kPa) can cause a 3 per cent increase in fuel consumption. Using a grade of fuel with a lower octane rating than recommended by the vehicle manufacturer may cause the engine to ping or knock on hard acceleration or when climbing hills, which is not good for the engine! On the other hand, using a higher-octane fuel than your vehicle’s engine needs is generally a waste of money. That said, the pricier fuel may also contain some additional cleaner additives, which is good. Have a great summer and a safe driving vacation. bob.mchugh@drivewaybc.ca
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Safety Tip: Failing to yield may seem harmless, but it’s one of the top high-risk driving behaviours that leads to crashes. Every day there are many situations where you need to yield to another vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist, so slow down and think about it.
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A real stretch for BMW lovers
The BMW 335GT.
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The all-new BMW 335GT is the long wheelbase 3 Series, developed for China, modified for a niche market here. Zack Spencer
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A recent jaunt to Beijing was a major revelation, from the sheer size of the population to the massive car market and the types of cars people there like to buy. In the luxury segment, elongated versions of existing sedan are very popular. There “long” wheelbase cars instantly show that the owner has attained a certain level of status and a big part of that is being chauffer driven. In Canada, we have long wheelbase sedans but typically, they are top models like a BMW 7 Series or S-Class Mercedes. In China, even base models like the BMW 3 Series or Audi A4 have stretched versions. I raise this because the all-new BMW 335GT is the long wheelbase 3 Series, developed for China, modified for a niche market here. Looks Adding 10 cms of addition-
al legroom to the back seat of the 335GT opens up a different experience for rear passengers. The GT offers slightly higher seating position and roofline with a hatchback design that makes for a dramatic and functional car. BMW does have a 3 Series station wagon but it looks like a wagon, this design mimics a sedan silhouette with only a slight hint of the cars true practicality. There is a wing that emerges out of the hatch at highway speeds to produce more down force, similar to the one found in Porsche’s Panamera. The GT is sold as a 328GT, with a $48,990 starting price. It has a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and 18-inch wheels. The $56,990 335GT has a larger turbocharged 6-cylinder engine and 19inch wheels. (The wheels seen here are winter wheels and tires) Inside The 3 Series sedan is already fitted with top-notch materials and a functional dash. This is carried over to the GT model, so the front seats remain unaltered. It is the back of the car that is dramatically different. With added legroom and a higher roofline the GT feels open, especially when fitted with the panoramic roof. My kids loved the extra space but noticed the doors sit a bit higher compared to a regular mid-size SUV. The hatch has no rear wiper so expect rear visibility to
be blurry on rainy or snowy days. (You do get spoiled with a rear wiper on an SUV). The hatch is electronically operated and provides a long and wide cargo area, plus the rear seats fold in a snap. The rear windows and cargo do not have darkened, privacy class like an SUV, which is something I would prefer. Drive The 3 Series sedan has been considered the benchmark in the compact luxury market for decades and a lot of the same goodness is here in the GT. With a longer wheelbase and a slightly higher centre of gravity it doesn’t handle as nimbly as the sedan but it is much better than the taller X3 SUV. The power from either 241 hp turbocharged 4-cylinder or the 300 hp turbocharged 6-cylinder engines goes to all four wheels and is shifted through a very slick 8-speed auto box. There are settings for vehicle dynamics and suspension from “Eco” to “Sport Plus” that can take this car from relaxed to athletic at the push of a button. I really enjoyed driving in sport mode and getting the full effect of the 335GT, as the in-line turbo 6-cylinder is still one of the best power plants on the road. For buyers looking to save on fuel and when purchasing, the 328GT is still a potent machine. Verdict The GT falls into a very
nice spot in the 3 Series family, and I include the X3 in that group. The sedan is a great car but not as practical as the X3. Yes the X3 has traditional SUV appeal but looses some of the sedans nimbleness. This is where the GT plays. It has a bigger cargo area than the X3, more rear legroom but it also has more a sedan stance on the road. The price is more expensive than the X3 so this is a premium offering in the BMW family. If I were in the market for a BMW the 335GT or less expensive 328GT would be in the running. With kids I lake having and SUV but still want the fun and stability that a sedan offers. This GT might just be the right balance for some. So thank you China for helping to bring a unique new class of car to our market. zack.spencer@drivewaybc. ca
The Lowdown Power: 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder with 241hp or 3.0L 6-cylinder with 300hp Fill-up: 10.5L/6.7L/100km (city/highway 335GT) Sticker price: $$48,990-$56,990
“They’re not safe. But it would only be a problem in an accident.”
Confessions of a Curber I was getting good at this, so I purchased a used vehicle in the U.S. and imported it. It didn’t have any airbags, so the warning lights were on. But I wasn’t picky. I knew, based on my other tricks, I could solve that before I had it inspected and registered. You just couldn’t be too worried about the truth. I Googled airbags. I saw I had three options. Get certified replacements installed at a repair shop. Buy some and install them myself. Or, override the warning light. I called and found that the first option was out of the question. Way too expensive. But, option two had some promise. There were cheap ones online. Of course, there were some warnings about dangerous fake airbags. Option three, overriding the warning lights, went too far – even for me. You can find how-to videos about anything on the web. So, I ordered cheap ones and had them sent to my U.S. mailbox. I used a buddy’s garage and put them in. Bingo! The warning lights went off and I was on my way. Soon, I had an ad up on several classified websites: Great car for sale. Moving out of the country and need to sell fast! Good condition. Recently inspected. Call cell. I’m flexible on price!! I couldn’t believe how many calls I had. I found my buyer not long after. A nice man about my age; divorced with three kids. That’s all I know about him – I don’t like getting too personal. I was actually honest about the vehicle this time. I told him that the car had been in an
accident and was from the U.S. I asked if he wanted a vehicle history report*, but he declined. He appreciated my honesty, as he’d gone through a few bad deals. With the transaction done, we parted ways. Then I got a call from my buddy. Being a curious person, he’d read the boxes the airbags came in that I’d left at his shop. “You installed counterfeit airbags,” he said. “So? They look identical to the original airbags,” I said. “I’ve seen videos of bogus airbags catching fire and with metal bits exploding when they deploy. They’re not safe,” he scolded. I’ll take my chances, I thought. It would only be a problem in an accident. The next day, my buddy left a message. He ended our friendship. Whoa, chill out. A guy’s got a right to make a few bucks.
*Vehicle History Reports: CarProof
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Alexandra Straub on a cruiser.
Honda dirtbike.
Picking the right ride for you Life of two wheels is inferent sizes, shapes and credible. Just ask anyone displacements making it who rides. even more accessible to But part of that appeal riders. is finding a riding style Bikes: Honda CTX700, that fits your personal Yamaha Bolt, Harley-Dapreference. vidson Superlow 1200T, There are many differSuzuki Boulevard C50 ent ways to get you on Sport Tourer There are many the open (or dirt) road different ways to get Want a sportier edge to enjoy the best of while still maintaining you on the open (or the great outdoors. I’ll the comfort associated suggest some new makes dirt) road to enjoy with riding for extended and models to consider in the best of the great periods of time? Consider each category, but by no a sport touring motorcyoutdoors. means are these the becle. They’re generally not all-end-all of choices. as heavy or as elaborate Alexandra Straub Cruisers as a full on touring bike, Cruisers have mass apso you get the best of peal because of their low both worlds. seat heights, generally comfortable ergo- Bikes: BMW K1300S, BMW K1600GT, nomics and ability to get you from point Yamaha FJR1300, Honda VFR1200 A to B in style. Some models have the Touring foot pegs stretched forward, some don’t. When asked how I’d describe a Touring They might not be the most nimble bikes bike I say: not small! These machines are around but they certainly do have mass typically heavy, but come equipped with appeal. Better yet, they come in all difthe technology and luxuries that can
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take you across the country and further. Their fuel tanks are generally much bigger so you can keep going for longer. Furthermore, storage compartments, relatively speaking, are quite generous. Bikes: Harley-Davidson Electra Glide/ Ultra Limited, Honda Goldwing, Suzuki Boulevard C90T B.O.S.S. Trials Those looking into trying riding without the high speeds might fall in love with trials riding. But get ready for a workout. If you look, there’s no seat. That’s because you’re meant to stand. Trials is a slow speed type of thrill where you manage obstacles and find ways to do things that even you didn’t think was possible. Think: riding up huge logs, up steep hills and over some interesting terrain. Either way, it’s a lot of fun and both physically and mentally challenging. Bikes: Montesa Cota 4RT, Beta 200, Gas Gas TXT Pro Dirt Playing in the dirt has never been so much fun! No, really. It’s true. Whether you’re young or young at heart, dirt
bikes are a great way to enjoy the outdoors. Dirt bikes are restricted to the dirt, meaning, unless you have a dual sport bike that has a license plate, you can’t ride them in the road. That said, they’re generally quite affordable and are extremely durable. Since there are so many different kinds to choose from, I’ll list the manufacturers that make them Bikes: Honda, KTM, Yamaha, Husqvarna, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Aprilia Adventure Take the road less traveled, but take the road when you want! Adventure bikes have an uncanny ability to get you through some incredible terrain. Bikes: BMW F700GS/F800GS/R1200GS, Suzuki V-Strom, KTM 1190 Adventure Sport If you’re looking for the ultimate performance machine, a sport bike is the way to go. These are the bikes that are generally designed with the racetrack in mind but are street legal. They have more horsepower than you’ll ever need and harness the engineering prowess
Ducati naked bike.
of the best of the best. That said, they have an aggressive seating position and aren’t always suited for taller riders. Then again, if we really want something to work, we make it work! Bikes: Ducati Panigale 899/1199, MV Agusta F3, Honda CBR600RR/1000RR, Suzuki GSX-R 750/1000, Yamaha R6/R1, Kawasaki Ninja Naked No, I’m not suggesting riding in your birthday suit! Naked bikes tend to have a more upright seating and handlebar position and are devoid of fancy bodywork covering the engine and mechanical components. You still get quite a bit of sportiness out of these, but without the aggressive seating and the stress on your wrists. Some Naked bikes are: Triumph Street Triple, Triumph Speed Triple, Ducati Streetfighter 848, Honda NC700X, Yamaha FZ-09. Of course, there are café racers, customs bikes and more. I could go on! alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca
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Toyota 2000 GT.
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Five of the Most Influential Classic Designs Ever Pic Of The Week Washing a car can be a chore and a costly one at that. In response, Nissan in Europe has begun tests on innovative paint technology that repels mud, rain and
everyday dirt, meaning drivers may never have to clean their car again. The specially engineered super-hydrophobic and oleophobic paint, which repels water and oils, has been ap-
plied to the all-new European market Nissan Note to create the world's first self-cleaning car. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca
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Kids were asked to use smiley faces to compare and rate the ease of fastening the safety belt based on a five-point scale.
Keith Morgan
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General Motors has put a new spin on ‘Take your child to work day’. You can’t put them to work
while they are learning what mom and dad do but they can be useful as experiment subjects. The socalled Human Factors group conducts about 100 studies globally into how people interact with their vehicles. Having children around means group members can test such things as seat belts. No, they don’t crash test the cars but they do examine how easy it is for children to buckle up. “Working with children on Take Your Child to Work Day is an excellent way for us to expand our pool of feedback,” said Don Shreves, GM Human Factors
Drives-U-Crazy Parking lot power trips There is little more annoying than the power trips exhibited in parking lots. You are in a busy shopping mall lot and after minutes of cruising you see a driver return to his car and load up. As he climbs in he notices you waiting patiently and that’s when the mind games start. He combs his hair in the mirror and fiddles with the radio or some other time wasting activity. Finally, you figure he’s waiting for a passenger and you pull past him. The moment you do, he backs out. What drives-u-crazy? keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca
engineering group manager. “Our group and research is very data-driven,” he said. “Designing every element to a vehicle comes down to millimetres. While a door handle placement or seat switch might feel right to the designing engineer, we come in with data points from real consumer feedback, including kids, to help determine the best location.” This year during the special day, the Usability team conducted a study looking at the Buick Enclave’s thirdrow safety belt buckles. The kids were asked to use smiley faces to compare and rate the ease of fastening the safety belt based on a five-point scale. A previous study dealt with a sickly problem that many of us have faced on trips with young offspring. In the early days of DVD players in cars, there were many kids forced to reach for the barf bag during a long journey. Not now and some credit must go to Shreves’ group who figured out how to place the screen outside of what they charmingly refer to as “the puke zone.”
Shreves explains, sensitively: “We know through other scientific research that even if our eyes are focused on a fixed point – if we can see the outside passing by in the window – our brain is telling us that we are moving. “But if our eyes are at a downward angle and do not see the view outside the vehicle, our bodies become sensitive to motion and increase the chance of sickness.” The team’s goal was to keep passenger’s eyes up and in a given spot. Determining that precise location required setting up a DVD screen on a track that could slide fore and aft along the roof of an Enclave. Researchers recorded the responses of more than 75 kids who were asked when the screen distance was too close and too far away. From there, the data was graphed and compiled to determine the best location. The results were turned over to the vehicle engineering team to integrate into the Enclave’s design. keith.morgan@drivewaybc. ca
Certain cars just won’t recede into the automotive fossil record. Designers (particularly those from their company of origin) keep going back to the well. And why not? – It’s almost impossible to by Rob Sass top the cars on this list: 1967 Toyota 2000 GT: The gorgeous Toyota 2000 GT sports car was a giant commercial flop when it was introduced. The status of Japanese cars in the U.S. market at the time was roughly the equivalent of Korean cars about 15 years ago, and a Japanese car that cost more than a Jaguar E-Type, a Corvette or a Porsche 911 found few takers. Just over 300 were built and the model’s failure continues to haunt Toyota. The roofline and greenhouse of the 1967 2000GT show up almost unaltered in the latest Toyota sports car concept, the FT-1. Incidentally, Toyota has probably had the last laugh here, as the 2000 GT is now the only Japanese collectible car worth $1 million. 1967 Cadillac Eldorado: The ’67 Eldorado is one of the great overlooked post-war American classics. A Bill Mitchell design triumph, it’s an ageless design that wouldn’t look out of place in a showroom today, particularly since Cadillac continues to revisit the ’67 Eldo rear end, one of the greatest ¾-views of all time. 1954 Jeep CJ-5: The original Jeep CJ may
Toyota FJ40.
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well be the most knocked-off vehicle of all time, inspiring the likes of the Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser, Nissan Patrol, Suzuki Samurai, etc., not to mention, of course, the current Jeep Wrangler. Jaguar E-Type: The E-Type was one of the prime influences for the above-mentioned Toyota as well as the famous Datsun 240Z. Its extreme long hood, short rear deck design and covered headlight styling cues also continue to show up in Jaguar’s own products like the XK8 and the new F-Type. After all, it was by rival Enzo Ferrari’s own admission the most beautiful car in the world. 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback: Long before Ford went retro with the 2005 Mustang, they knocked off their own design for the original pony car with the European Ford Capri. Toyota went one step further with the 1973 Celica Liftback, a virtual ¾-scale replica of the Mustang Fastback. Even the upper crust Aston Martin with its V8 Vantage model of the 1970s went to the Mustang well. The 2015 Mustang still sports design cues from the original 1965 Mustang fastback. Rob Sass is the vice-president of content for Hagerty Insurance. Hagerty is the world’s leading specialist provider of classic car and boat insurance. Learn more at hagerty.ca and you can email rsass@hagerty.com
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Thank you to the following poets who submitted their poems. Poet’s Corner will run the last Friday of each month (providing we get submissions). Drop off your poems at the Cariboo Observer - Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or email to publisher@quesnelobserver.com. Fax 250-992-5229 Home As I walked along the golden shore, I knew I’d walked this way before. I’d seen the light it called to me, What glorious love, I feel of thee. A radiance brighter than the sun, Seems to beckon me, I want to run. I found them there, all hand in hand, My vision clear, I understand. That families are forever, It is the Father’s way. I feel their arms, around me, I know I’m home this day. Beauty surrounds us all above, The angels sing with those I love, I see eternity unlocked with golden keys. I see azure skies and purple seas, Flowers blown beneath our feet. Music beautiful and sweet, Fills the air with a heavenly sound, With joyous love, I’m circled around. I see him there my heart did swell, The veil was lifted, I knew Him well. There is spiritual greatness in his face. His radiance tends, with loving grace. With eyes so full, I could not see, I bow myself on bended knee. Upon my head, I feel His hand. His touch brought back all the memory, I would love my Father for eternity. In a land that knows no parting pain, All our family together again.
June Harnden Anderson The Boy I Was More and more distinct The boy I was still cries Barriers before me Still span a mile wide ~ I’ve been living with a feeling That things may never change As my melancholy youth Still mirrors so much pain ~ My life has long since faded From any love I’ve known I’ve learnt that time is something That no one really owns ~ The sun is setting quickly With all the days I’ve sold The night is rather young Yet my heart is rather old ~ Footsteps from my innocence A part of me there died More and more distinct The boy I was still cries ~
By Matt Merna
Marriage And You What happened to the marriage vows So sacred and so true, When we stood in front of everyone And truly said “I do.” We seem to have forgotten What we said and what we mean For we dearly loved each other Let nothing come between. It’s seemed to lost it’s meaning As the time goes drifting by It’s easier to give up Than to make an honest try. If only we could try to work Things from the very start I’m sure we’d love each other From the bottom of our heart. For when your life is starting And you’re working as a whole It is bonded like a rivet From the bottom of your soul. Surely we could learn to love We did in early days Forget about the times Other people and their craze. Remember that the things you do Are just because you care You’re the two who joined as one To make a happy pair. Never let the ups and downs Work against your grain Just call on Him from up above And it won’t be a strain. You have to put your mind in gear And really make it work Take the good as well as bad And never give a lurk. Your years together could be great If only you would smile A milestone on this lovely earth Could really be worth while. So let us work together To make a happy life And think about the vows we took While becoming man and wife.
Elaine Couldwell
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Fun with fundraising
The team All Quacked Up shows their experitise in one of the wacky stunts. Karen Powell photos
Bowl for Kids Sake Maylie Backer takes her time.
Chris Hartridge shows his style.
Kevin McKelvie has bowling prowess.