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Quesnel’s two community gardens gearing up for the season Saturday afternoons from 1 - 3 p.m. The collective’s names are listed on the garden shed; if there is anyone who would like to participate and cannot come at any of these times, let someone from the collective know how you can be accommodated. The original Quesnel Community Garden, downtown behind QJS and beside the Aboriginal Education building, is also gearing up for the new growing season. The plant day is the Saturday before the West Village garden’s, noon, May 24. The regulars are getting ready for it at the Tuesday morning work bees, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. And the downtown community garden will also be planting peace poles in the near future. Both community gardens would like to encourage anyone interested in learning to garden, anyone who would like to improve their access to affordable high quality nutritious food and would like to meet new people, to come and get involved in one of the gardens. And in case you have already forgotten all the scheduled work bee times, they are posted on the boards at the gates at both gardens. Another initiative by participants from both community gardens that you will hear more about a little later, is a series of seven workshops about preserving food for the winter. Information about these workshops can be found on-line on the West Village Community Garden Facebook page. Or for more information, e-mail westvillagecommunitygarden@gmail.com A last reminder – both gardens have community composting systems that accept garden and yard wastes, another way to contribute to the fertility of the gardens and avoid adding to the land fill. A sign on the compost opening in the fence at the West Village garden lists all the good things that can be added. – Submitted by Maureen Trotter
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On Saturday, May 31 at noon, the West Village Community Garden on Lewis Dr. beside the skating rink, will be ready for planting and everyone is invited to come and pitch in. Last year, the garden’s first year, was a resounding success. Lots of labour from a wide range of people and the continued maintenance by a group of regulars resulted in a bountiful harvest of fresh produce throughout the growing season. This month a dedicated group has been working on Monday afternoons to dig compost into the beds to get the garden ready for planting. As well, a small group of volunteers has been working at the greenhouse behind the college to produce seedlings for both the original downtown and the West Village gardens. At 2 p.m., a dedication of a peace pole will take place at the West Village garden Plant Day. The peace pole project is a worldwide initiative to plant peace poles as monuments to peace in as many communities as possible. More than 180 countries have peace poles erected. They serve as constant reminders for us to visualize and pray for world peace. In the West Village garden, the pole will have English, Carrier, Punjabi and Chinese languages to reflect the languages of the garden participants. Thanks to the Rotary Club for funding this initiative. A late lunch will be provided on Plant Day to help the workers keep up their strength. Swings and a play area will keep children who are not yet interested in planting seeds occupied. Telus workers will be coming to plant donated fruit trees and shrubs. The regular garden group will be there and new participants are most welcome. A coordinating collective has been meeting once a month to make decisions about the West Village garden and the on-going work bee times set for the season will be Monday afternoons, 1 – 3 p.m., Thursday mornings, 9 – 11:30 a.m. starting mid-June and
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Pancake breaky Twenty four Lions’ members came out to support the second annual Pancake Breakfast. Members served up more than 65 breakfasts. Look for Lions Club members the Australian Ranch next Sunday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. serving cinnamon buns with Lenore and Don Yorston.
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Thursday Clockwise from top: Lanny Kipling, chair of the Quesnel Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Committe presents Dr. John Havens with his plaque; Kipling presents Dodie Baptiste with her prize; Red Hat Society member Joey Stromquist was all decked out for the occasion; the ukelele band and Sweet Harmony were on hand to provide entertainment.
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CRD board gives third reading to marihuana bylaw After considering input from five public hearings throughout the Cariboo Regional District, the board gave a third reading and adoption to bylaws that will allow medical marhazjuana operations exclusively in heavy industrial zones throughout the region.
Funding The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board approved a funding contribution request from Northern Health for 40 per cent of the estimated total cost of $447,000. The funding will be used for replacement of the dry sprinkler system at Dunrovin Park Lodge.
NDIT grants The CRD Board endorsed resolutions to support three grant applications for $30,000 each to the Northern Development Initiative Trust. The applications are to the Regional Development Account, under the Community Halls and Recreation Facilities Program. An application from the Lone Butte and Horse Lake Community Association is to make improvements to the Lone Butte Community Hall including replacing the roof, upgrading the kitchen facilities, plumbing and electrical work. An application from the New Pathways to Gold Society is requesting funds to make improvements to existing snowmobile trails in the South Cariboo to create circle tours and connections to local service providers. The third application, from the Interlakes Economic Association is requesting funding to support the implementation of the Association’s Farmers’ Market These projects will support community infrastructure, increase the number
of events held at the hall, and create some temporary local jobs.
Preparedness Symposium
In April the CRD Protective Services hosted the fifth Annual Emergency Preparedness Spring Symposium. The Canadian weather model is forecasting above normal temperatures in July, Aug and Sept, particularly for coastal B.C. Precipitation is expected to be near normal for most of B.C. The drought code numbers for the Chilcotin are high.
Access Awareness Day
The CRD Board of Directors declared June 7, as Access Awareness Day throughout the Cariboo Chilcotin. The annual Access Awareness Day is organized by SPARC B.C., who has been partnering with the province to call attention to the need for greater
accessibility and inclusion of citizens with disabilities. This year’s event, being held on June 7, marks the 17th Annual Access Awareness Day and will be celebrated province wide under this year’s campaign of “Building Accessibility Together”.
Specified Risk Material
Cariboo Regional District Board received information regarding the acceptance of beef specified risk material (SRM). Historically, the CRD has been of the understanding that beef cattle under 30 months of age were not considered SRM and could be accepted at landfills and transfer stations without violating any Canadian Food
Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations. CFIA recently informed the CRD that this is not the case. Any dead stock, regardless of age, is considered SRM and must be disposed of at an approved facility. The CRD has three CFIA approved sites; South Cariboo landfill, Gibraltar landfill and Big Lake landfill. CFIA requires that all other CRD
waste facilities post a sign stating that SRM is banned from the facility.
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The CRD Board of Directors endorsed a resolution from the North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus to appoint Electoral Area C Director John Massier to the Barkerville Heritage Trust.
North Cariboo Arena Replacement
Snow Pack
According to the presenters, the current snow pack is above average at the Upper Fraser, normal at Mid Fraser and below normal further south. The Nazko, Horsefly and Puntzi had normal snow packs over the winter, but due to slow melts are at above average for this time of year. Based on the winter snow pack, indications show this should be an average spring freshet.
On the road
The CRD Board of Directors will be travelling to Alexis Creek on Thursday, June 5 for the next Committee of the Whole meeting followed by a Community BBQ taking place at the Alexis Creek Community Hall. The Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Friday, June 6 in the CRD Board Room in Williams Lake.
ABC Falko Kadenbach, Vice President, and Terry Bordeleau, Executive Assistant, from ABC Communications, appeared before the board to provide an overview of ABC Communications wireless coverage in the Cariboo Chilcotin. The presentation provided a corporate overview, coverage areas and the current technologies.
Frequently Asked Questions More “Frequently Asked Questions” about the proposed North Cariboo Arena Replacement project will be available online next week at cariboord.bc.ca and quesnel.ca. What is the proposed North Cariboo Arena Replacement Project? The overall vision was the first step in the North Cariboo Arena Replacement Project and proposed the following: A 1,600 seat (approximately 62,000 square foot) arena with a regulation size ice surface and dry floor support space for arena programs and events; Located adjacent to the existing Twin Arenas complex; Constructed of engineered steel with wood architectural elements.
What is the cost of the proposed facility? Consistent with this project vision, the loan authorization bylaw is prepared for the borrowing of up to $7.5 M to allow for an estimated $17 M arena replacement. What will the referendum question be? A referendum will be held on June 14, 2014 to seek voter assent for the Arena Replacement Project for the North Cariboo. Eligible voters who reside within the North Cariboo Recreation and Parks service area will be asked to vote on the bylaw authorizing the borrowing required to proceed with the project.
Public consultation through CEI Architecture is currently The referendum question will be: in process and accordingly, the overall vision may slightly “Are you in favour of the Cariboo Regional District change. The design has to make sense. adopting Loan Authorization Bylaw 4905 to borrow up to $7.5 million over 20 years to provide for the What will the pre-referendum design include? construction of a new arena as part of the North The pre-referendum designs will include the following: Cariboo Recreation and Parks Service? (Based on 2014 a site plan; assessed values, the estimated annual cost to a basic floor plan; undertake this borrowing translates to a residential tax flow of traffic in the immediate area; rate of $26/$100,000 of the net taxable assessed value parking in the area (including accessibility parking); of land and improvements.)” renderings of form and character of what the building could look like. Where can I find more information about the proposed North Cariboo Arena Replacement Project? It should be noted that these conceptual drawings More information on this project is available on the presented prior to the referendum reflect the initial Cariboo Regional District website at cariboord.bc.ca or stages of consultation and design work. If the the City of Quesnel website at quesnel.ca, or by calling referendum is successful, additional public consultation the Cariboo Regional District at 1-800-665-1636 or the will occur. The design will continue to be developed and City of Quesnel at 250-992-2111. may be adjusted based on community input.
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Mackenzie Maniacs have been raising money for Relay for Life for 10 years and participating in Quesnel’s event.
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ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter How many people realize that a Relay for Life team from Mackenzie has raised more than $100,000 in 10 years at Quesnel’s Relay for Life event? That’s right, Mackenzie Maniacs, captained by Mackenzie teacher Wendy Fisher, has fundraised in their hometown but driven every year for the past 10 years, down to Quesnel to participate here. For Wendy it began in 2004 when she joined a team in Quesnel’s Relay because her friend Cathy Briggs, was organizing the event and her infectious enthusiasm prompted Wendy to get involved. “I enjoyed it so much I’ve returned every year with a team,” she said. “This is the team’s 10th anniversary but my 11th with Quesnel Relay.” Not every relay participant has a personal story about cancer but Wendy certainly does. Her battle with cancer is twofold. First in 1992 and
then again in 2011, so the event is very close to her heart. As for the fundraising effort, each year the team collects fundraising ginger snaps from Quesnel Bakery, takes them home to Mackenzie then sells them for their team effort. “We also have a used book sale, garage sales and the biggest event for us is the Ladies Night Out,” Wendy said. Wendy doesn’t know how next year will shape up as she will no longer be living in Mackenzie so she thrilled they topped $100,000 with this year’s campaign. She loves Quesnel so much, Wendy’s arranged to retire from her librarian position at Morfee elementary school and move to Quesnel in July. “So far this year, we’ve raised $15,000,” she said with a smile. Although not all members of the team actually came to Quesnel, they are all busy with various aspects to the fundraising and Wendy said they all have their strengths
For the record In the Observer May 16 issue we inadvertantly spelled Wilf O’Brien’s last name incorrectly.
including one member who is great at securing cash donations. “I’m leaving next years plans in the team’s hands and am confident they’ll continue,” Wendy said. “The future will unfold as its meant to.” Why do they relay in Quesnel? Wendy said they enjoy the 12-hour format. “The team spends the entire day together and there’s lots of Mackenzie people in Quesnel
and lots of friends.” Quesnel Relay for Life begins at 10:45 am, May 24 in LeBourdais Park with opening ceremonies and ends after the luminary ceremony
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On May 27, 2014, the Annual General Meeting for the Quesnel Community Foundation will take place. At this time, we say goodbye to two individuals who have made enormous contributions to the Foundation. Alex Coffey has served as a member of the Board of Directors since 2008. During that time, he has held many positions – President, Vice President, chair of Investment and Scholarship Committees, and has provided valuable knowledge for fund development, bylaws and Alex Coffey policies, and overall operation of our organization. Kevin McKelvie has also been a member of the Board of Directors since 2008 and has had various roles during that time – Treasurer, Chair of Fund Development, as well as a member of Investment and Gala Committees. Kevin’s dedication and strong financial background have been Kevin McKelvie invaluable. As per QCF Bylaw, a director shall be elected for a term of three (3) years and may be elected to serve two (2) consecutive terms of office. A former director who has served two consecutive terms of office shall be eligible for re-election following a one year absence. We sincerely hope that after a year of relaxation and rejuvenation, these two gentlemen will consider returning, as they will be missed. At this time, we thank them for their years of service and wish them a sincere thank you for all their help and contributions over the years. ~ QCF Board of Directors SUSTAINING PARTNERS
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pathy in the political process has reached an alltime high in recent years, with the perception that elected representatives are not really listening to public concerns. But there is evidence this week that the provincial government is heeding public feedback, on two currently contentious issues at least. An all-party committee of MLAs has unanimously supported a proposal from Finance Minister Mike de Jong that henceforth all B.C. politicians will publish their expense receipts – including food, travel and accommodation – online. The proposal, clearly a response to the flap over legislature Speaker Linda Reid’s expenses – including nearly $5,500 in business-class air travel for her spouse, since repaid – elicited a few grumbles from NDP MLAs over the work involved in backing all expenses with receipts. But it seems MLAs overall agreed with de Jong’s assessment that steps need to be taken to restore public trust, after recent “unreasonable” expense abuses in B.C. and beyond. Meanwhile Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick has apparently taken note of written feedback from B.C. residents in amending the proposed Bill 24, which would make changes to the province’s Agricultural Land Reserve. The contentious two-zone provision remains, dividing ALR land into one area (Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Island and the Okanagan) where farmland would be protected from non-agricultural development and another (essentially the rest of B.C.) where farmers might have options to invite in ‘value-added’ industries that could include oil and gas development. But there are indications that the impassioned words of many regarding both the need for food security in the province and a longterm commitment to preserving agricultural land have been noted and reflected in amendments.
Aboriginal education or victim studies?
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he B.C. School Trustees’ Association is calling for a mandatory high school course on the history of residential schools set up to assimilate aboriginal children into European culture. Trustees propose a 25hour course required for all graduating students, using interviews with residential school survivors, presentations by aboriginal leaders and discussion of current events. This would build on aboriginal courses already in offered in B.C. schools, and a public education effort that began with Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s 2008 apology and compensation for Canada’s residential school policy. B.C. Teachers’ Federation vice-president Glen Hansman gave a speech on the need for mandatory education to a 2012 teacher conference. He said current aboriginal culture courses are poorly attended, and went on to denounce a school system he said is still based on “colonialism” and a “settler construct” of history. “We need to acknowledge that racism is the norm in public schools – still today,” Hansman said.
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B.C. Views Is it really? He also claimed that the purpose and legacy of the residential schools have been “deliberately hidden” from school curriculum. In lieu of evidence, Hansman recounted old anecdotes of American-style stereotyping from his own schooling in Ontario. But mostly he demanded social engineering in schools that must of course include more funding, more teacher professional development time and an affirmative action program to recruit more aboriginal teachers. Do Hansman’s allegations reflect the kind of attitude that would lead to truth and reconciliation? Or are they signs of another unfortunate legacy, that of the victim studies mentality that permeates our universities? Here’s a suggestion for this mandatory course. Students could spend a couple of hours on one
exact revenge for previous insults.” Archaeological study of stone fortifications and weapons at fishing sites in the Fraser Canyon traces a history of intercommunity violence back at least 3,000 years. istorians characterize some of this as warfare. British colonial authorities had some “settler constructs” about these activities: they saw them as assault, robbery, abduction and murder as well as slavery. This is the seldom-discussed backdrop for the European settlement of British Columbia, the imposition of British law and the later establishment of church-run residential schools. None of this is to excuse the forced removal of aboriginal children from their families, the horrendous abuse and neglect or the multigenerational damage to a culture already weakened by waves of smallpox. This 1928 plan to fix what was called the “Indian problem” deserves to be understood by everyone. But glossing over historical context and presenting a guilt trip to students would serve no one well. Tom Fletcher is a reporter and columnist for Black Press.
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of the definitive works of B.C. aboriginal history, <I>A Stó:lo Coast Salish Historical Atlas</I>. A long-term project of the Stól:lo Nation, the atlas has meticulously documented chapters on European contact and residential schools, and others that piece together oral histories and what few written records there are of B.C. First Nations life at the time of European contact. A journal kept at Fort Langley from 1827 to 1830 documents some of the raids between aboriginal communities on the Fraser River and Vancouver Island, corroborating elders’ accounts. During those three years, Cowichan men attacked the Chilliwack Stó:lo community four times. In the same period, the journal records 30 incidents of intercommunity violence, some reaching down to presentday Washington state. Atlas editor Keith Thor Carlson summarized the research this way: “Viewed from the perspective of the aggressor, raids and attacks appear to have been motivated primarily by a desire to obtain quick wealth (in the form of slaves and property such as dried and smoked salmon) or to
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Exploring alternate arena options Editor: Re: We need a carefully considered official community recreation plan. Observer Feedback, May 7. Paull wondered why we couldn’t miss one season;
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my proposal doesn’t require any loss of the hockey season. The main structure shell is built all around the existing before any part of the old arena is torn down. What I like about
this plan is that it helps out the curling club and puts 800 seats into arena number two; as well as doubling the seating capacity of the arena nuber one. My proposal was
The main structure shell is built all around the existing before any part of the old arena is torn down.
received by the Joint Planning Committee and sent to the architectural department and someone there was suppose to get in touch with me; nothing as of yet. I do hope that it receives
the serious consideration as an alternative option. I’m planning a meeting Wednesday, May 21, at the Legion to explain and clarify my proposal. Ernest Gamache Quesnel
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Musical theatre summer theatre for youth slated for July 7 – 11 ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter
Calling all aspiring actors and actresses, 8 – 18 years old. the Quesnel and District Community Arts Council in partnership with Children’s Concert Committee, B.C. Touring Council and B.C. Arts Council is hosting a Musical Theatre Summer Camp, July 7 – 11 in the West Fraser Timber Room, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. with international renowned vocalist and musical drama teacher Katherine van Kampen.
Cathy said. “And its so much fun.” The workshop is limited to 20 registrants so its recommended to sign
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Centre and Bo Peep Boutique. The cost is $100 however, in special cases, subsidies may be available. Building on the
anticipated success of this workshop, organizers are planning a followup five-day spring break theatre camp in 2015. In partnership with
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER SECONDARY SUITES TUESDAY MAY 27, 2014 AT 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT 410 KINCHANT STREET. The previously advertised Public Hearing scheduled for April 16, 2014 was cancelled. Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1734 Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1735 NOTICE is given pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act that Council is considering amendments to Quesnel Official Community Plan Designation Bylaw No. 1630 and Zoning Bylaw No. 1662, 2009. A Public Hearing on the proposed amending bylaws is scheduled for Tuesday, May 27th, 2014 commencing at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall. The subject properties for Bylaw No. 1734 and Bylaw No. 1735 are all parcels of land within the City of Quesnel. The purpose of these bylaws is to permit Secondary Suites in all single detached dwellings in the City of Quesnel subject to an approved building permit. Written submissions regarding the proposed amendments may be submitted to City Hall by Wednesday, May 21, 2014, 12:00 p.m. to be included in the meeting agenda. Oral and written submissions will be received at the Public Hearing by registering with the Deputy Corporate Administrator prior to May 27, 2014 meeting commencement. No further information or representations from the public can be considered by City Council after the public hearing has been terminated. The proposed amending bylaws and further information may be inspected at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5 between 8:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday excluding the May 19, 2014 Statutory Holiday. Telephone enquiries should be directed to the Planning Department at (250) 992-2111. Tanya Turner, Manager of Development Services May 21, 2014
INVITATION TO TENDER CITY HALL FLASHING AND WINDOW CAULKING
This project is being undertaken as leak prevention strategy. The project involves re-caulking of the tower windows on the south west corner of the city hall building and re-caulking of the windows and sill flashing to be installed under the windows on the rest of the building. Caulking and top flashing shall be done under each section where the window frame meets the wall above. Sealed Tenders in packages marked “Tender for City Hall flashing” will be received by the City of Quesnel, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC V2J 7J5 on or before 2:00 p.m. on FRIDAY May 30, 2014. Tenders received at other locations or after the noted closing date and time will not be considered. The lowest bid will not necessarily be accepted. For more information regarding this tender, please visit: http://www.quesnel.ca/Jobs.html. If you have any questions, please contact Gary Stuart at 250-991-6676 during regular office hours.
ANNUAL WATER RESTRICTIONS FOR ALL PROPERTIES CONNECTED TO CITY WATER Sprinkling or irrigation restrictions are in place between May 15 and September 30 of each year FOR ALL PROPERTIES CONNECTED to the City water system within City limits. The schedule is as follows: On even-numbered calendar days of the month, even numbered properties may sprinkle or irrigate; On odd-numbered calendar days of the month, odd numbered properties may sprinkle or irrigate. This means that if your property address is “694” that is an even-numbered property, while if your address is “685” that is an odd-numbered property. Sprinkling is more effective during the early morning and evening hours. Please avoid sprinkling during the heat of the day and help conserve water. Announcements on further “hourly” restrictions MAY BE made during dry summer periods through the local newspaper or radio stations. 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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CELEBRATE ~ REMEMBER ~ FIGHT BACK Relay For Life is an inspirational, non-competitive, 12-hour fundraising event that brings you and your community together to celebrate life, honour and remember loved ones and unite in the fight for life. Teams and individuals fundraise to help the Canadian Cancer Society save lives and support those who are facing cancer. Relay For Life has a festival-like atmosphere that your family, friends and co-workers can enjoy- regardless of age or fitness level! For more information about Relay For Life - www.relayforlife.ca/quesnel.
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Unafraid and determined
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The gala evening was glorious for Brenda Gardiner and her five fellow Courage to Come Back award winners. Brenda joked it was nice the RCMP dressed to complement her fabulous red dress. Richelle Akimow photo
Brenda Gardiner’s courage to come back is inspirational ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter
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or years, Brenda Gardiner chose to consider her past, just that, in the past. However, it was a difficult past to forget. Before the age of five, Brenda witnessed the death of her mother, at the hands of her drunken father. She was the oldest of five children, all of which were placed in foster homes after her mother’s death. “I was raised by a wonderful foster family,” Brenda said of the home where she and one of her brothers grew up. It was from her foster dad, who she fondly recalls as “Dad”, she learned with determination she could overcome any obstacle and that’s how she’s lived her life. Brenda was one of six 2014 Coast Mental Health Courage to Come Back Award winners, but admitted when her nominator RCMP Cpl Jenny Collins asked if
she’d let her name stand, she was not completely comfortable. “My first thought was I don’t want anyone to feel sorry for me,” she said. However, with Jenny’s assurance of her imminent worthiness of this award, Brenda agreed. “Once I realized that Jenny and others consider me and my story inspirational, I knew if it could help even one person to escape abuse it was worth telling my story.” Brenda’s exposure to family violence and abuse was not limited to her immediate family. After graduating high school, she moved to Saskatchewan and at 19 married a young farmer and raised her four children and a nephew she adopted, all the while learning the skills needed to help her husband wrestle a living on a marginal farm. Like her father, Brenda’s husband was an abusive alcoholic and although she now values many of the skills and lessons she learned in the 20 years
she spent with him, she knew she had to leave and break the cycle of abuse in her life. “It was a life of survival,” she said. Over the next few years, Brenda shared her story but never really came to terms with the effect it had on her. After leaving her husband she returned to her home in the Smithers area and at 39 graduated from Northwest Community College and worked locally until accepting the job as band manager at Nazko First Nation in Quesnel. Brenda was learning the value of speaking up about injustice, encouraging women (especially First Nations women) to leave abusive relationships and the give back to the community in positive and productive ways. She realized sharing her story wasn’t facing it, however, about seven years ago, at a violence workshop she told her story with emotion for the first time. “The audience was
overwhelmed by my story,” she said. “Following that break through, therapy followed which I’m still in today. It’s been very good for me.” She recognizes without the adversity in her life, she wouldn’t be the woman she is today. “I’d never have learned to operate a combine if things hadn’t been tough in the marriage and on the farm,” she said. “And I’m a damn good combine driver.” Other skills and personal development might not be so obvious, but Brenda knows they are just as compelling. “I have determination and stubborness that drives me to do what I do,” she admitted. “I’ve also learned a healthy respect for alcohol and can enjoy a modest amount but never to excess,” she said. “I don’t put myself in a situation where abuse is possible, not anymore.” Currently, Brenda works with seniors helping them maintain life in their own home and loves
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her clientele, but her commitment to working with women in abusive and violent situations is still very much a priority for her. She has formed a consulting business Warrior Woman 5 which presents workshops and awareness to First Nation women living in abusive or dysfunctional relationships and tells them there is help to deal with their addictions and emotions. “I urge women not to beat themselves up for remaining in an abusive situation,” she said. “Women often have several failed attempts at leave, but I also encourage them to never give up.” Brenda knows it difficult to break the cycle of abuse. In her mother’s family, every member has died an alcohol-related death. “No one grew old,” she sadly said. It is Brenda’s firm conviction that the road from poverty, violence and abuse is paved with educational dollars, and women need the
tools – self-esteem, life skills, employment readiness – before they can successfully leave the violence and abuse behind. With her primary focus on First Nation women, Brenda adds if society really wants to address the culture of violence in these communities, it’s vital to reach the young women in a preventative way, instil the tools they need to survive and success without the spectre of abuse and violence in their lives. “My voice is strong – I have no fear,” she said. “If I can say, in a powerful, eloquent and factual way, what needs to be said, that’s what I’ll do.” Brenda was not only honoured Jenny thought her worthy for nomination but was thrilled to receive the award. However, possibly the most powerful aspect to the ceremonies was sharing it with her daughter, the next generation.
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May gallery show features local quilters Creative Chaos Quesnel Art Gallery presents Creative Chaos, which showcases the work of 21 members of the Quesnel Quilters Guild. Members of the guild were challenged to create half-square triangle quilts. “We called it the HST challenge,” guild member Cyndi Myron said. “This enables us to utilize scraps from other projects. Many of the quilts created have a geometric design but with placement of colour and design, each is unique. Dark and light further define the quilters’ interpretive design.” Myron has been a member of the QQG
for almost 20 years and has her work in all the guild’s shows. “The shows allow us to display our art and increase awareness for the community of our work,” she said. The guild currently has 63 members of all levels of expertise. “We encourage first time quilters – that’s how you learn and every member of the guild is eager to share their knowledge,” Myron said. “The foundation of the guild is a love of quilting and a desire for fellowship. We also share a love of shopping for fabric.” Myron admitted she usually has two or three projects on the go at any given time and says this is typical of most guild members.
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Congratulations Super Save Gas for chosing diversity in the workplace Work B.C. and Dengarry Professional Services would like to congratulate Super Save Gas for creating a diverse workforce. This has been shown through their commitment in hiring individuals with developmental disabilities. The businesses are being rewarded with “Diversity @ Work” Stickers to place in their windows. Super Save Gas recognizes the value of a diverse workforce and the contributions people with developmental disabilities can give to the workplace and the community. B.C. EmployNet has initiated the window sticker program across B.C. to recognize employers who have shown their belief in diversity in the workplace by hiring a capable individual who also happens to
have a disability. Many people with developmental disabilities are eager to be employed, want to earn an income, be a contributing member to their community and valued in their jobs. Real work for real pay enhances independence, financial security and fosters a sense of belonging. Part of the goal of recognizing businesses that demonstrate their belief in a diverse workplace is to inform consumers who may in turn choose to use their purchasing power to support such businesses. So, again, congratulations to Super Save Gas. If you have any questions about the Diversity @ Work program, call Rosie Dunn @ 250-992-7691 or stop by Work BC.
Super Save Gas employee Steven Ireland, left, shows off the Diversity@ Work sticker with Audrey Steinbach, owner and Rosie Dunn, employment consultant for Diversity@ Work program. Annie Gallant photo
Community Calendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC... MONDAY BBBSQ CLOTHING AND BOTTLE DRIVE, May 26 – 30, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Drop off bottles and soft items at the Little Big House, 368 Vaughan Street, For information call 250-992-7257.
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MONKEY AND CROCODILE STORYTELLING WORKSHOP, May 28, 3 – 4:30 p.m. at Literacy Quesnel Office, 488 McLean Street, ages 4 – 6 need to be accompanied by an adults, ages 7 – 9 with or without an adult, registrations preferred, call 778-4149119 or email Rebecca at locquesnel@shaw.ca. Joing us to make puppets and learn to tell this story to your family and friends.
Call 747-3178. Ask for Kim.
HERITAGE SPEAKER SERIES PRESENTS GRANDE DAMES OF THE CARIBOO with Julie Fowler, sponsored by Quesnel Museum
QUESNEL ART GALLERY is soliciting expressions of internets from gardeners, musicians, artists/artisans who would like to be part of the Garden Galleries event July 13.
But the hour comes and now is when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth. God is a spirit and they must worship him in spirit and in truth. Please join us.
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and Archives, May 29, 7 p.m., Council Chambers, upper level Quesnel City hall. Admission by donation. Books available for purchase. For information call 250992-9580 or shunter@ quesnel.ca
FRIDAY QUESNEL ART GALLERY PRESENTS CREATIVE CHAOS, an exhibition showcasing the amazing results of the Quesnel Quilters Guild’s challenge to make halfsquare triangle quilts. Show runs to June 3.
SATURDAY QUESNEL AND DISTRICT HORSE SHOES Monday, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Fun nights, first tournament, May 245. Come and join us. Not professional club, only people having fun. For information call 250-747-
1872. MULTI-AUTHOR BOOK-SIGNING FAIR May 24, 1 – 3 p.m., at Quesnel Library. Meet B.C. talented authors, win book prizes, discover newly published books. QUESNEL LIONS MONTHLY GARAGE SALE, May 31 (the last Saturday of every month) at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hot dogs and coffee will be available. 16th ANNUAL QUESNEL CHARITY MOTORCYCLE POKER RUN June 7, beginning at Maple Park Mall ends at Murphy’s Pub, entry fee $10/person, registration begins at 10 am, run starts at noon. For information call Marc 250-747-3292
WORKSHOP with local recording artist Amber Bowen, June 7, West Fraser Timber Room, 1 – 5 p.m. sponsored by RCMA, $10 each, advance registration required, limited space, includes admission to Open Mic Night. For information and registration call Russ 250-992-3452. OPEN MIC NIGHT, June 7, West Fraser Timber room, Arts and Rec Centre, all ages welcome, 7 – 11 p.m., sponsored by River City Music Association, everyone welcome to play/sing or listen/dance, $5/person, max $15/ family. RCMA members free, membership available, for information contact Russ, 250-9923452.
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NEIGHBOURHOOD BLOCK GARAGE SALE May 25, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. in 300 Block of McNaughton Ave. Wide variety of plants and household items for sale. Contact 250-992-2453.
ONGOING EVENTS QUESNEL AND DISTRICT LAWN BOWLING Wednesday, 2 p.m., Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Saturday, 6:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. For information call 778-4147733. Drop ins welcome at West Fraser Timber Park, next to Rona. 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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n Timothy 4:12, we read a comment from the writer of the letter (Paul) written to encourage the recipient (Timothy) which goes as follows “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.” He tells him to not allow his youth to be an influencing factor in how people treat him or consider what he has to say.
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others see the way you live, they will show you the respect and listen to what you have to say, in the way you hope they will. Sometimes we are guilty of weighing up what people have to say in light of their young age. And, just as errantly, we consider what the grey heads say as valid because they are old. The writer is pointing out a very important principle – no matter where we find ourselves in life. No matter
Trip of a lifetime – explore the Fraser Are you adventurous and interested in environmental issues? Do you have a sustainability project you have been dreaming of implementing? If your answers are yes, the Rivershed Society of BC (RSBC) invites you to apply for the Sustainable Living Leadership Program (SLLP), an eye-opening 25-day educational journey down the Fraser River. From July 31 – Aug. 24, participants in the SLLP will travel by raft, canoe, van and on foot from the Fraser River’s headwaters near Valemount, B.C. to Vancouver, 1,400 km away. You travel accompanied by skilled facilitators and guides who
interpret the geography, biology and history of the landscape. You learn from and get inspired by RSBC’s extensive network of community leaders you meet as you pass through their communities. The SLLP is seeking applicants for the 2014 trip. The Rivershed Society of BC encourages anyone with an interest in sustainability or community development to apply. To qualify, participants must be 19 years of age or older and physically fit. Community volunteer experience is an asset. The application deadline is May 31. For more information or to apply visit: www.rivershed.com.
41st AnnuAl Billy BArker DAys FestivAl July 17th to 20th 2014 Preparations for the 41st Annual Billy Barker Days Festival are well under way! Mark the third weekend in July on your calendar so that you can take part in the festivities! This action packed, 4 day-long celebration of our Gold Rush heritage features free musical entertainment in LeBourdais Park, amusement park rides, rodeo, race track action, and much, much more. Be sure to come out Friday and Saturday evenings to see our main musical acts:
Friday July 17th - BIG GUITAR does CCR Saturday July 18th - Billy Barker Palooza with tributes to AEROSMITH, AC/DC & THE TRAGICALLY HIP
YOU can help us make this the best festival of all! Become a volunteer and have fun by taking part. We have openings in a variety of areas. Applications can be found on our website www.billybarkerdays.ca or can be picked up at our office next to the museum. We are now open Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm to assist you will all your Festival questions.
your age, gender, race or experience, as Christians, we are qualified by our lives – private as well as public. Character supersedes charisma, lifestyle overrides bank balance, wisdom wins over age and results do not justify the process. The way we live our lives will determine whether others are listening or merely hearing. Brian Dean is pastor with Lakeview Church in Quesnel.
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Quesnel and District Hospice Palliative Care Association
Thanks all the participants who collected pledges and the people who donated to our 13th Annual Hike for Hospice
A special thank-you to our MAJOR SPONSORS Quesnel Cariboo Observer, Service Electric Ltd. and Autow as well as the RBC Foundation & Quesnel staff for their team action grant of $1000.00 We would also like to thank our Mayor, Mary Sjostrom for her words of encouragement and Miss Quesnel, princesses and candidates for helping with the event today
A big thank you to our prize donors, media and contributors All West Glass B & A Autobody Barkerville Historic Park Benjamin Moore Décor Big Canyon Rafting Booster Juice Bowron Lake Lodge Carib Theatre Cariboo Ford Cariboo Water Centerline Fix Auto Eileen Cindric Evan and Elenore Clark Clauson Logging Cloverdale Paint Crystal Glass
Downtown Petro-Canada Eagle Building Supplies Frank’s Supermarket Fraserview Pharmacy Ltd. Front Street Pharmacy Full Throttle Hi Chic Cutting Lounge Iris Optometrists and Opticians Kal Tire Karin’s Deli and Health Foods Kumsheen Rafting Resort McDonald’s Restaurants Jean Muir Northern Flowers Greenhouses Old Dutch Foods Outback
Plato Island Resort Q-Brew Qtax Quesnel Cleanup Joe Regts Rona Ruby’s Nursery School Dist #28 Cottonwood Heritage Site Rosemarie Shopa Shoppers Drug Mart#213 The Sign Stop Stylin on Abbott Ten Mile Lake Resort Sherry Webster Willis Harper Hardware & Furniture
An event such as this would not be possible without our wonderful volunteers
Linda Alec Marlna Alec Isla Butler Eileen Cindric Richard Cindric Evan Clark Elenore Clark
Kady Clement Sierra Cook Kayleen Dillabough Mikaela Fedoruk Bob Hesketh Sandra Howkins
Shaylee Jack Diane Kotzer Carol Law Susan MacNeill Adrian Monych Russ Pomeroy
Tracey Roberts Barb Watson Sherry Webster James Weldon Carol Weremy
We are pleased to announce that we made a total of $ 5798.91 at our Hike for Hospice. Our top participant fundraiser was David Law. We wish to acknowledge our national sponsors Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association, Glaxo Smith Kline, Bayshore Health Care and Arbor Memorial, which allows us to keep 100% of funds raised in Quesnel stay in Quesnel.
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Wednesday, May 21, 2014
Quesnel Cariboo Observer
Whitney Griffiths Sports Reporter
Tae Kwon Do tournament Members of Deane’s Black Belt Academy travelled to Kamloops for the provincial martial arts championship on May 3 with students placing in sparring, pattern, high kick, chamber and weapon form. This is the first year that the Quesnel academy has done weapons form and the students took home two bronze medals, two silver medals and a gold medal for their hard work throughout the year. The black belt academy’s students participating in the tournament returned to Quesnel with 9 gold medal, 13 silver medals, and 48 bronze medals overall.
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Quesnel swimmers ride the waves in Richmond WHITNEY GRIFFITHS Observer Reporter The Quesnel Waveriders had a long and tiring weekend, travelling to a high-level competition May 3 – 4 in Richmond with approximately 500 other swimmers. The majority of the teams participating came from the U.S., the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Waverider Natasha Hanson was Quesnel's
high scorer for the Richmond meet, swimming to four personal best times and placing in the top six in seven of the events for ages 12 – 13 category. Hanson placed third in the 50 free and in the 100 free and fifth in the 200 free. This accomplished young simmer has qualified for 'AA' Provincials in the 15 and under category and has been selected to attend the Summer Games in
Nanaimo, July 17 – 20. Swimming for boys was Luca Armstrong who achieved four personal best times. He also placed in the top 30 for all of his races in age 11 and under. Getting three personal best times and coming in ninth in the 100 breast and seventh in the 200 breast in his age group was Waverider Sonny Cervienka. For 50 fly, Garnet Currie placed fifth in his category. For age 11 and under
Deegan O'Hara came in the top 30 in three races and got two personal bests. Swimmer Ryley O'Hara got three personal best and was in the top 30 for age 12 – 13. For two races in 11 and under Seth Reddemann was in the top 30. For category 14 – 15 Brad Swyers was in the top 20 for three races and was selected to go to the North American Indigenous Games held in Regina,
July 20 – 27. Billy Swyers was in the top 20 for seven races in 11 and under, getting an 'AA' provincial qualifying time and now has four qualified events. For girls, swimmer Gavin Currie achieved two personal best times as well as placing in the top 30 for two of her races in the 11 and under category. Getting four personal best times and placing in the top 30 for two of her races in the 11 and
under category was Grace Currie. Waverider Darby O'Hara came in 13th place in the 50 fly for the 11 and under category, swimming to three personal best times at the swim meet in Richmond. For the 12 – 13 category Emerie Watson was in the top 20 in four of her races. The next event for the Quesnel Waveriders is in Kamloops, May 30 – June 1.
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Houseplants for the horticulturally challenged
o you wish you had a green thumb? Do all your house plants keep dying? Maybe the answer is Tillandsia ….. Air plants. Yes, even you can grow these. Tillandsias are epiphytes, or aerophytes because they grow without soil and actually pull in moisture and nutrients that are in the air through structures called trichomes on their leaves. These plants are not parasitic but use their host only as a support. They are very funky looking, even alien-like. Okay, they do require some care but it’s very minimal. First, they like bright light, but not direct hot sun so avoid a south facing window. To bloom and multiply they will need bright light. Moisture is important especially in our dry northern homes during the winter months. It is recommended that you submerge them in water for 2-3 hours every two weeks. You will be able to tell that the plant is drying out as the leaves will start to look unhappy and begin to curl. Do not use softened water as the salt will kill the plant. That goes for
all houseplants. Un-softened tap water is okay but bottled water would be better. Rain, pond or aquarium water is the preferred choice. Misting in between soakings is recommended but not compulsory. Fertilize them with a weak, one quarter strength soluble fertilizer such as Miracle – Gro once in the spring and again in the summer. If you are using pond or aquarium water, fertilizing is not necessary as they are getting enough nutrients. Plants will usually bloom spring to summer and afterwards begin producing tiny new plants called ‘pups’. To remove these new plants just pull carefully away from the mother plant. You can really get creative with these plants and the sky is the limit to what you can attach them to. Attach them to driftwood, shells, rocks, pottery etc. The current horticultural trend is to display them in hanging globes or inside specialty picture frames. Jean Atkinson is a horticulturist with Richbar Golf and Gardens.
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Provincial Level 1 athletes attending the Prince George gymnastic invitationals, back, left to right: Coach Lisa Laundry, Sydney Williams, Emily Mooreside, and Danielle Gamache; front, left to right: Courtney Kitamura, Ava Aracki.
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Quesnel gymnasts excel in P.G.
WHITNEY GRIFFITHS Observer Reporter Prince George hosted a gymnastics invitational May 3 – 4. Members of the Quesnel Technics Gymnastics Club (QTGC) participated, with athletes attending the competition bringing back some fantastic results for Quesnel. In the Men's Zone Championships Issac Woodllends was 4th overall, working hard to take home bronze medals in pommel horse, parallel bars and hi bar. Competing for Pre-Argo
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Girls was gymnast Courtney Kitamura winning silver on beam and floor, Bronze on vault and bars to earn herself bronze overall. Emily Mooreside won the bronze medal on beam and was 8th overall for Level 1 Girls Argo. For Level 1 Girls Tyro Danielle Gamache placed 7th on beam and floor and 8th in vault, with fellow QTGC member Sydney Williams also winning 7th place on floor. Winning silver on beam and floor, 4th on bar and vault and second overall in Level 2 Girls Argo was Preseley Kitamura. Winning gold on Floor
for the Level 2 Girls Novice was Taya Mueller. Participated in the Level 3 Girls division gymnast Madison Moore won 4th on beam, 7th on vault and 8th on bars. Winning gold for her overall performance for Level 3 Girls was Emily Gorder. This accomplished athlete also took home gold on Floor, silver on beam and vault and bronze on bars. Alyssa Schneider won bronze on beam, floor, and overall for her performances in the Level 3 Girls category. Also competing in Level 3 Girls was Jessica Higgins, winning gold on vault as well as beam and
silver on bars. Winning gold for the Interclub were QTGC members Hannah Brown for vault, beam and overall performance, Kaitlyn Horth on floor and Lidia Solecki on vault. Both Horth and Solecki also took home silver for their overall performance. Also placing for the Interclub was Tatum Mueller receiving silver on vault, beam, floor, and for overall performance. The QTGC will be travelling again to participate in upcoming meets in Fort St. John May 23 – 24, and in Kelowna on May 30 – June 2.
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