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Bill PHILLIPS/Free Press About 75 people showed up at the Cenotaph Saturday morning to attend a vigil for Cpl. Nathan Cirillo, who was killed in Ottawa October 22, and Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent, who was killed in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu October 20. Legion pastor Susan Scott led the vigil, which featured members of the Rocky Mountain Rangers, RCMP, Legion members, veterans and firefighters. Prince George-Valemount MLA Shirley Bond laid a wreath and commended those who “run towards danger” to protect the rest of society.
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What is liquified natural gas? Students and members of the public learned the answer to that question during demonstrations by Science World facilitators at the PG Civic Centre on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Science World Energy Show is part of the regional LNG energy seminars presented by the B.C. government ministry of natural gas development to provide people with a scientific viewpoint of the basics of energy and included where LNG comes from, how it is stored, how it is transported, and how it is used. The event included two evening seminars. About 2,000 people were registered to attend the event. Attendees were given brochures explaining what liquid natural gas is – a natural gas that has been chilled to minus 160 degrees Celsius, then becomes a liquid, condensing to about 1/600th of its original volume. According to information contained in the government brochure, it is then safer and more efficient to transport overseas to foreign markets. Mechanical engineer Sean Turner, chief operating officer of GNA (Gladstein, Neandross and Associates) was on hand Tuesday to demonstrate properties of liquid nitrogen and to help local school students and other attendees understand how cooled gas behaves as a liquid when exposed to air, poured into water or burned. “The big issue we wanted to address – because it can be a little scary for people – is to explain to them what exactly LNH is. The thing is, this is the same stuff that is already in their houses. “We want people to know it is safe and why, because most fears about LNH are caused from a general lack of understanding. And that’s why we are helping out at these energy, science and technology events. We want to give people as much information as we can.� To be safe, however, liquid natural gas has to be properly stored, handled and transported, said Turner. “There is lots of sensitivity around the question: What if this stuff gets spilled? and we understand that and try to reassure people. LNG floats on the surface of water as it boils down leaving no chemical residue. That’s why you saw me (in the demo) drink a glass of water from the mixture to show people that it is safe to drink.� Turner points to a decades long safety record of transporting LNG to overseas destinations without incident. “We’ve been transporting LNG around the world by ship since 1964 to places in Africa or
Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Mechanical engineer Sean Turner shows with a “shrinking balloon� how liquid nitrogen works at the Science World Energy Show.
Asia that didn’t have pipelines or natural gas reserves and we’ve never incidents of spillage,� he said. “That’s a good record for any industry.� The 20-minute shows “explore the science of how we harness different energy sources and transport the energy to where it will be used,� said Emily Kiloh of Peak Communicators, in a press release. Demonstrations in several communities across B.C. include: a Tesla Coil where lightning bolts shoot one to two feet into the air creating an electric field that can power a fluorecent tube from several feet away; Lycopodium Fireball which demonstrates that energy that can be released by burning organic matter (wood, plants) creating a two-foot fireball in the air using club moss spores; and Liquid Nitrogen which shows how properties of materials change as they are immersed in minus 196 degree Celsius liquid nitrogen. The event held Tuesday and Wednesday at the Prince George Civic Centre included a provincial government trades training program tool, Find Your Fit, where attendees could try out different skill stations such as mechanics or welding to see which trades might interest them.
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Trustee candidates take centre stage Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com There were few fireworks and a lot of mutual admiration at the first forum for School District 57 trustee candidates Wednesday evening. The forum, held at CNC, attracted about 80 people to hear 17 of the 18 candidates answer questions posed by CBC Daybreak North host Russell Bowers as well as questions from the audience. Chris Stern was unable to attend the forum. After brief opening statements from each candidate, they were brought back up in random groups of three to answer specific questions. The first question saw an interesting situation, with all three candidates basically denying the assumption of the question. The question noted that according to the latest census figures, the high-school population of the district would fall by about 900 in the near future, the equivalent of a full high school. Candidates were asked which high school they would close, and why. Don Sabo rejected the reality of that situation, substituting his own. “The numbers in Mackenzie and Valemount could fall by 100 each. That leaves 700 in Prince George. There are six high schools here. Each of them loses 100 students, and PGSS, the largest, loses 200. “Each school would still be operating at 75 per cent capacity, and you wouldn’t close any of them.” Denise MacDonald agreed with Sabo there would be no need to close a school. “I would look for other ways to keep the school open. That’s what we did in Giscome. “You can’t just look at the numbers. Economy of scale may be a good business concept, but it doesn’t work in education.” For Valentine Crawford, the question brought back unpleasant memories. “Sure, ask the guy who had to close a bunch of schools (during his previous term on the board). High schools are a key component of the community. You can’t pit one against the other in making this kind of decision.” When asked if B.C. should follow the lead of New Brunswick and eliminate local school boards, Eric Depenau said there probably wouldn’t be any real savings. “You would still have to hire people to do the job
Allan WISHART/Free Press School board trustee candidates Don Sabo, left, Valentine Crawford and Denise MacDonald wait for moderator Russell Bowers to give them a question to answer during a forum Wednesday evening at CNC.
the trustees do, and you may end up spending more to do it.” Depenau also said if elected, people would have his phone number. “If there is a problem, you can talk to me directly.” Like Depenau, Sheldon Harris said the localness of school boards was key. “Would you sooner have these decisions being made by someone local, who knows the community, or someone from Victoria?” In response to a question about whether having Aboriginal choice schools created a form of segregation, and whether there should be a trustee
position set aside specifically for an Aboriginal representative, two incumbents said the question didn’t really reflect the reality. “The decision for an Aboriginal choice school,” Trish Bella said, “came from the community itself, so segregation is an unfortunate choice of words.” Betty Bekkering agreed, noting, “The choice school is not a segregated school, so it’s a moot point.” Dennis Fudge addressed the issue of electing a specific Aboriginal trustee. “In China, they had elections recently, but they had to vote for a certain candidate. If we can only for vote for one
trustee as an Aboriginal, aren’t we the same? I believe in freedom of choice and equality. “I think we have to do more promoting of the chance to be a trustee.” The evening ended with questions taken from audience members, many of which dealt with specific issues related to the recent teachers’ labour dispute. The second forum for the candidates will be Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. at Vanier Hall, and is put on by the Prince George District Teachers’ Association and the District Parent Advisory Council. The election is Nov. 15, with seven trustees being elected.
Birdlovers warned to keep feeders down until bears hit the dens for winter Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com If you’ve got a bird feeder out already, you could be breaking the law. “Bird feeders can be an attractant for bears,” says Sgt. Rory Smith of the Conservations Officer Service. “Bears have a great sense of smell.
“One or two individuals could be putting a neighbourhood at risk.” Smith says in Prince George, between April 15 and Nov. 15, people can expect to encounter bears. “We have campaigns every year to make people aware of the dangers of having attractants out. Lately, people who have not been heeding the message have been charged.”
He says this has been a busy year for the service. “From April 1 to Oct. 28, we had received 1,022 calls about black bears. That’s for the entire district, so there may be some complaints listed as being from the city, but the bear wasn’t in the city. We attended 154 of those calls. Conservation Officers had to destroy 41 bears, and five others were destroyed by other people.”
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He says one bear was captured and relocated, and five cubs were taken to a rehabilitation centre before being released back into the wild. People don’t have to throw those bird feeders out, though. “Once the bears go to bed,” Smith says, “we won’t see them for a few months. “That’s when it’s OK to have the feeders out.”
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Allan WISHART/Free Press Spencer Smith of Pacific Coastal Airlines announces Tuesday morning that the airline will offer direct flights between Victoria and Prince George starting in January.
said, “so to that extent we do fly to the north. “But this will be our first flights to this part of the interior.” He acknowledged there may be more demand from people flying to Victoria than from those flying from the island to Prince George. “But the people who fly down still have to get back home. Actually, we see
potential in both directions. We look at the expanding opportunities in the north, and we see a need for people to get here.” Pacific Coastal Airlines was started almost 40 years ago by Spencer’s father, Daryl. It is currently the sixth-largest airline operating out of Vancouver International Airport (based on outbound seats).
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on probation for three years and received a lifetime prohibition on the possession of firearms. Aaron J. Duncan was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to one day in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Nikita L. Joseph was found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000, sentenced to one day in jail, placed on probation for one year and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Joseph was also found guilty of identity theft, sentenced to one day in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Vernon L.M. Knott was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to four days in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Elijah J. Massettoe was found guilty of resisting a peace officer and two counts of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to 29 days in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.
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Grant J. Poole was found guilty of assault, sentenced to 15 days in jail, placed on probation for 18 months, assessed a victim surcharge of $100 and prohibited from possessing firearms for five years. Poole was also found guilty of uttering threats, sentenced to 15 days in jail, placed on probation for 18 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Poole was also found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking or recognizance, sentenced to seven days in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Melody R. Prince was found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000 and identity theft, sentenced to one day in jail, placed on probation for one year and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Prince was also found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000, sentenced to one day in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Prince was also found guilty of driving while prohibited, fined $500, assessed a victim surcharge of $150 and prohibited from driving for one year. Scott L. Sampare was found guilty of breach of recognizance and failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking, sentenced to 15 days in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.
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Harris retiring, endorses Doherty tional business experience gained with the airport here, and in Edmonton. “I’ve been representing our region and our nation on the world stage for a long time,” he said. “I’ve already been doing that in Ottawa and Victoria and lobbying behalf of our region for greater air service development, transportation opportunities, tourism opportunities, and marketing our region.” Doherty said he was buoyed by some of the support in the room, pointing out that many of those present aren’t traditionally Conservative party supporters. “The face of our country is changing and we need to have a strong voice that represents all,” he said. “I want to be your representative, regardless of what your beliefs are. I think I can be your best representative in Ottawa.” A date for the nomination meeting has not yet been set.
Bill Phillips editor@pgfreepress.com As the line-up to replace Dick Harris grew earlier this year, there was a bit of an elephant in the room. Candidates were coming forward but Harris, the Conservative MP for Cariboo-Prince George, wasn’t announcing his retirement from politics. That changed on Saturday as Harris, 70, who was first elected in 1993, announced he would not seek re-election in next year’s federal election. And, to top that off, he threw his support behind Todd Doherty, who announced he would be seeking the party’s nomination just a couple of hours after Harris’ announcement. Bill PHILLIPS/Free Press “It’s very important to me,” DoCariboo-Prince George MP Dick Harris (left) announced Saturday morning that he will herty said of Harris’ endorsement. not be seeking re-election next year and threw his support behind Todd Doherty, who also announced Saturday that he will be seeking the Conservative nomination for the “Here’s a gentleman who’s been in our region for a long time and he’s a riding. lot of work … Dick’s endorsement George. Prince George businessman T.J. And Harris delivered an envelope of memtoday means the world to me.” Grewal hasn’t officially announced his inten- berships from Quesnel to help Doherty’s Doherty had announced earlier this year tions to seek the nomination, however on his cause. In addition, about 100 people showed that he would seek the nomination if Harris Facebook page he states “I want to be your up to Doherty’s announcement, including decided not to run. A week later he and the Conservative candidate for Cariboo-Prince former mayor Colin Kinsley, who sought, 2015 Canada Winter Games, where he was George.” Prince George Mayor Shari Green, unsuccessfully, the Conservative nominadirector of revenue generation, parted ways. who announced she would not be seeking tion in Prince George-Peace River; Lheidli Prior to working with the Games, Doherty a second term as mayor, is also expected to T’enneh Chief Dominic Frederick; and was working with the Prince George Airport join the race. former constituency association president Authority. He joins Vanderhoof teacher “I don’t like to lose, but I don’t count anyTom Newell. Gerald Caron and Prince George businessbody out,” Doherty said of his chances. “At “My name is Todd Doherty, and I want to man Nick Fedorkiw in the race to be the next the end of the day, it’s memberships sold and be your next member of Parliament,” he said Conservative candidate in Cariboo-Prince people who show up to vote.” to the crowd. “I’m here, I’m in our community and I’m in it for the right reasons.” Doherty said he has a long history of volunteerwith very strict controls on who goes in and out.” ing in the community This is not the first time he has been to Africa. Allan Wishart and touted his interna“I was in Ethiopia and Botswana in about 2002,
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Bob Harris wants schools to decide Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com Bob Harris thinks the schools are the best judges of where funds can be best used. “I’m in favour of decentralizing control over spending,” says Harris, who is running for a spot on the School District 57 Board of Education in the Nov. 15 elections. “School-based teams, including administration, teachers and parents, can best identify the needs of the students at that particular school.” Harris has worked as a teacher and counsellor in the local system as well as at the College of New Caledonia and UNBC. This is his first time running for office. “It started with people asking if I was interested in running,” he says. “I’m retired now, so I have the time to devote to the position, and I’ve always had a strong interest in education.
“I have a strong allegiance to of society. Students have to the public system, since I feel know that they can achieve sucthat it is essential to democcess in a variety of ways. racy. It was important enough “The development of critical that I do more than sit on the thinking is important to success sidelines.” at any level, and that is someHarris says student achievething the system has to be aware ment has to be recognized of.” on many levels and for many While the level of funding to reasons. the school system is an impor“We used to focus almost tant issue, Harris feels people exclusively on academic have to look at the end result CANDIDATE achievement, and there’s more. BOB HARRIS nothing wrong with that. But “I see education more as an there are so many other things our stuinvestment. It’s essential to everyone, bedents should be recognized for, whether it’s cause where we go as a province or a municimanual skills, arts or citizenship. These are pality depends on how we educate people.” areas where some students thrive.” School policies developed by the board He feels the recognition of student should be done in a simple and natural way, achievement in different areas is also impor- he feels. tant for what they do in the future. “Try and define what needs to be done, “I don’t want the education system to be a then ensure it’s implemented effectively. I training system tied to the economic needs think too often policy problems come about
Make spending decisions, then get funds, Burton says Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com Funding for education is not the biggest issue, according to school trustee candidate Andrew Burton. “We need a clear idea of what we want to do with the money,” he says. “There has to be a starting point, and then we say how do we get the funding to do it. “Money should never be the limiting issue.” Instead, he says, what trustees have to is apply a very simple test. “Look at the issues in terms of what is best for the students.” Burton has worked for many years as a counsellor and therapist, and for the past CANDIDATE ANDREW BURTON 15 years has operated Street Spirits, a youth theatre group which has performed across Canada and the United States. “The plays we put on deal with issues young people face, and the conversations I have with the people in the group give me an idea on how they feel about those issues. “I think my experience gives me a broad insight into what the big issues are for youth.” Burton also thinks trustees have to take a look at the purpose of education in today’s world. “It’s not just preparation for a job,” he says. “We have to be aware of issues of the quality of life for the students. We want to raise critical thinkers who know how to work as part of a group.” Some of the plays Street Spirits presents deal with questions of diversity and discriminations, and Burton feels it is important that all students learn how to deal with these issues. “So often our reactions to people who practice discrimination of every kind comes from a punitive point. They have to be punished. I think it’s important to raise young people to examine issues with a critical lens, learning to be open and accepting of everyone. “The schools have a very strong role to play in this sort of educations.” Burton says as a trustee, he would make sure he sought input from everyone. “Some of the best solutions come from the grassroots. Getting input makes people feel they are relevant, and that the decision-making is locally controlled. It gives them a sense of power as a community.” Burton says he is running for a seat on the board because he believes in the future of Prince George. “There is so much opportunity out there for
the youth of Prince George and the region.
“That needs to be addressed by the school system.”
because they aren’t implemented correctly, rather than the policy itself being wrong.” Having experience at different levels of the school system is a plus, he feels. “My breadth of experience in the system, I think, means I have a better understanding of what students face when they go from high school to post-secondary. It can be quite a shock.”
The Great Christmas
CRAFT MARKET Saturday, Nov. 8 Sunday, Nov. 9 10am to 4pm 950 Kerry St.
Door Prizes 50/50 Draw Tables Available 250-563-1852
YOUR CITY MATTERS October 31, 2014
For further information or to have an application form mailed to you, please call (250) 561-7602. Deadline for applications: 5:00pm, Friday, November 28, 2014
CITY COUNCIL MEETING Regular Council Meeting Monday, November 4, 2014 – Council Chambers – 6:00pm
COUNCIL, COUNCIL COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARD MEETINGS Select Committee on Homelessness and Affordable Housing Tuesday, November 4, 2014 – 2nd Floor Conference Room – 9:00am Advisory Committee on Development Design Wednesday, November 5, 2014 – Annex – 12:00pm Select Committee on Prince George’s 100th Anniversary Celebration Thursday, November 6, 2014 – Annex – 12:00pm
2014 and 8:00am to 8:00pm at UNBC on November 13, 2014. For further information about the 2014 General Local Election, please visit the City’s website at www.princegeorge.ca
All Public Library Board appointments are subject to an RCMP criminal records check, please enclose this with your application.
PROCLAMATIONS
*Applications in their entirety, will be included in a regular council meeting agenda, and forwarded to Council for consideration. Those agendas may become public and the City of Prince George will use personal information collected for the purposes of committee appointments and committee member listings.
Mayor Shari Green of Prince George proclaims the month of November, 2014 “Pulmonary Hypertension Month” in the City of Prince George.
CANADA GAMES PLAZA OPENING The City of Prince George would like to invite residents to attend the official opening of the Canada Games Plaza, located at 808 Canada Games Way in front of the Prince George Civic Centre on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. Join Mayor Shari Green, members of Council and many more guests as we officially unveil the redesigned plaza. The event kicks off at 4:30pm with a performance by the Khatsan Drummers.
2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTION
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Voting Days and Opportunities
At this time, the City Manager’s Office is accepting applications for membership on the Prince George Public Library Board.
General Voting Day for the 2014 General Local Election in Prince George is November 15, 2014.
Applications are available on the City’s web site www.princegeorge.ca/cityhall/committees/ or may be picked up at City Hall, 5th Floor, 1100 Patricia Boulevard.
Advance Voting Opportunities are 8:00am to 8:00pm at City Hall on November 5 and 12,
November is Pulmonary Hypertension Month
PRINCE GEORGE AQUATICS On Saturday, November 1, 2014, the Prince George Aquatic Centre will only have 25m lanes available for use. The wave side of the Centre will still be open. There will be Tea and Tone at the Four Seasons Leisure Pool following the 10:00am to 11:00am Range of Motion Class. Enjoy tea, coffee, cookies and social time.
CEMETERY FALL CLEANUP City Cemetery crews will soon begin their fall cleanup in preparation for the upcoming winter season. Crews will be removing plot adornments, flowers and other items that will be adversely affected by extreme winter conditions. For more information call cemetery staff at 250-562-4661.
INVITATION TO BID Invitation to Tender: T14-49 Water Sample Analysis Services Closing Date: November 7, 2014 For information concerning City of Prince George bidding opportunities visit BC Bid @ www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca
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2014 General Local Elections – Notice of Election
NOTICE OF ELECTION PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George and Bear Lake Local Community that an election by voting will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2014 to elect one (1) Director for each Electoral Area and four (4) Commissioners for the Bear Lake Local Community and that the persons nominated as candidates for whom votes will be received are:
Surname BRANDNER DUNPHY
DIRECTOR – ELECTORAL AREA F – ONE (1) TO BE ELECTED Usual First Name Residential Address or Jurisdiction Faellen 3442 Upper Fraser Road, Upper Fraser, BC V0J 2Z0 Kevin 488 Railway Avenue, Willow River, BC V0J 3L0
Surname ALAN MONROE STARCHUCK
DIRECTOR – ELECTORAL AREA H – ONE (1) TO BE ELECTED Usual First Name Residential Address or Jurisdiction Dannielle 1780 Bircher Road, McBride, BC V0J 2E0 Bryan 5314 Mountain View Road, McBride, BC V0J 2E0 Ken 2350 Zeidler Drive, McBride, BC V0J 2E0
COMMISSIONER – BEAR LAKE LOCAL COMMUNITY – FOUR (4) TO BE ELECTED Surname Usual First Name Residential Address or Jurisdiction FRANKLIN Herbert 547 Polar Street, Bear Lake, BC V0J 3G0 FRANKLIN Valerie 547 Polar Street, Bear Lake, BC V0J 3G0 MCGEE Pat 470 Polar Street, Bear Lake, BC V0J 3G0 ROSE Wayne 432 Koala Place, Bear Lake, BC V0J 3G0 VAN DER PLOEG Ton 368 Cinnamon Street, Bear Lake, BC V0J 3G0 WALDNER Bruce 586 Polar Street, Bear Lake, BC V0J 3G0 WALDNER Sharon 586 Polar Street, Bear Lake, BC V0J 3G0 VOTING OPPORTUNITIES – GENERAL VOTING DAY GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualified electors of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George and the Bear Lake Local Community on: Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the following location: Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 ADDITIONAL GENERAL VOTING OPPORTUNITIES will be open to qualified electors as follows: Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the following locations: Electoral Area F: • Eastline Activity Centre, 21840 Upper Fraser Road, Willow River, BC V0J 3C0 • Ferndale Community Hall, 14150 Ferndale Road, Prince George, BC V2K 5C9 • Shell-Glen Fire Hall, 3985 Shelley Road, Prince George, BC V2K 5G1 • Sinclair Mills Community Hall, 37832 Upper Fraser Road, Prince George, BC V0J 3M0 Electoral Area H: • Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC V0J 2E0 • Valemount Community Hall, 101 Gorse Street, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0 • Dunster Community Hall, 7085 Read Road, Dunster, BC V0J 1J0 • Tete Jaune Community Hall, 14270 Blackman Road, Tete Jaune, BC V0E 2Z0 Bear Lake Local Community: Bear Lake Local Community Commission Office, 353 Grizzly Avenue, Bear Lake, BC V0J 3G0 ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES will be open to qualified electors of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George and the Bear Lake Local Community as follows: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 and Wednesday, November 12, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the following location: Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 ADDITIONAL ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES will be open to qualified electors as follows: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the following locations: Area H – Electoral Area Director: • Village of Valemount office, 735 Cranberry Lake Road, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0 • Village of McBride office, 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC V0J 2E0 SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY A SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY will be open to qualified electors for the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George and the Bear Lake Local Community. Only those qualified electors who are admitted as patients are eligible to vote at these special voting opportunities as follows: Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at the following location: University Hospital of Northern British Columbia, 1475 Edmonton Street, Prince George, BC V2M 1S2
ADDITIONAL SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITIES will be open to qualified electors as follows: Area H – Electoral Area Director: • Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the McBride & District Hospital, 1136-5th Avenue, McBride, BC V0J 2E0 • Saturday, November 15, 2014 3:05 p.m. to 3:35 p.m. at the Beaverview Lodge, 1084-5th Avenue, McBride, BC V0J 2E0 MAIL BALLOT VOTING Mail Ballot Voting is available to qualified electors who: • Have a physical disability, illness or injury that prevents them from attending in person at another voting opportunity, or • Reside within a remote voting jurisdiction more than 80 kilometres from the closest voting location at which they are entitled to vote. • Expect to be absent from the Regional District on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities. Applications for mail ballots are available online at www.rdffg.bc.ca, in person or by contacting the Chief Election Officer at (250) 960-4400 or by email at elections@rdffg.bc.ca Applications for mail ballots in the prescribed form will be received by the Chief Election Officer from 4:00 p.m. on Monday, October 20, 2014, until 12:00 noon on Wednesday, November 12, 2014. RESIDENT ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of resident electors for these elections will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you are: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day for the election; • a Canadian Citizen; • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; • a resident of the voting jurisdiction for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration, and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law from voting. NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of non-resident property electors for these elections will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you are: • not eligible to register as a resident elector; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day for the election; • a Canadian Citizen; • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; • a registered owner of the real property within the voting jurisdiction for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; • a registered owner not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust; and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law from voting. Non-Resident Property Electors may not vote more than once within a voting jurisdiction regardless of the number of properties owned. If more than one person owns the property, the person wishing to cast the vote for that property must provide, at the time of registration, written consent from a majority of the property owners. Consent Forms are available online at www.rdffg.bc.ca, in person or by contacting the Chief Election Officer at (250) 960-4400 or by email at elections@rdffg.bc.ca VOTER IDENTIFICATION Resident Electors will be required to produce two (2) pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The documentation must prove both residency and identity. Non-Resident Property Electors will be required to produce two (2) pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity (picture identification is not necessary), proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners. Classes of documents that may be accepted as evidence of identification are: British Columbia Driver’s Licence, BCID card, BC Services Card, ICBC Owners Certificate of Insurance and Vehicle Licence, British Columbia CareCard or GoldCareCard, Ministry of Social Development and Economic Security Request for Continued Assistance Form SDES8, Social Insurance Card, Citizenship Card, Real Property Tax Notice, Credit Card, Debit Card, or Utility Bill. Dated at Prince George, BC this 20th day of October, 2014. K. Jensen, Chief Election Officer
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2014 General Local Elections – Notice of Election
NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING
ELECTOR REGISTRATION
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the City of Prince George that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor and eight Councillors and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:
The registration of electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements:
MAYOR – One (1) to be elected Surname HALL ZUROWSKI
Usual Names Lyn Don
Residential Address 7132 St. Dominic Place, Prince George 4039 Cormack Crescent, Prince George, BC
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18 years of age or older on general voting day; Canadian citizen; resident of BC for at least 6 months prior to the day of registration; resident of OR registered owner of real property in the City of Prince George for at least 30 days prior to the day of registration; and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.
COUNCILLOR – Eight (8) to be elected Surname CUNIN DERRICK EVERITT FRIZZELL GALLO HUBER KAUK KOEHLER KRAUSE LARSEN LUKE MCCONNACHIE MERRICK MIX MUNOZ PEACOCK ROBERTS SAXENA SCOTT SHAW SKAKUN SPOONER STOLZ ULCH WILBUR
Usual Names Jeffrey Ryan Trent Frank Garth Ron Alex Gregg Albert Murry Coralee Jason Terri Patricia Jillian Bryan Debora Monica Don Ravi Susan Travis (Foxy De-Rossi) Brian Roy Cameron Harry Dave
Residential Address 164 Thacker Crescent, Prince George 2770 Pine Street, Prince George 1075 Nelson Crescent, Prince George 1435 Warner Avenue, Prince George 182 McKinley Crescent, Prince George 15145 Blackwater Road, Prince George 3344 St. Frances Court, Prince George 11485 Lower Mud River Road, Prince George 829 PG Pulpmill Road, Prince George 485 Burden Street, Prince George 7436 Bear Road, Prince George 1883 Gorse Street, Prince George 2535 1st Avenue, Prince George 1303 Elkhorn Crescent, Prince George 3382 Chartwell Avenue, Prince George 262 Freeman Street, Prince George #307 2080 20th Avenue, Prince George 1048 Babine Crescent, Prince George 1653 Sixth Avenue, Prince George 4425 Old Summit Lake Road, Prince George 3863 Hillcrest Road, Prince George 55780 Jardine Road, Cluculz Lake 6962 Chartwell Crescent, Prince George 2273 Springall Place, Prince George 4933 Crest Road, Prince George
COMMUNITY OPINION REFERENDUM QUESTION The following question will be submitted to the electorate in the City of Prince George: “The City of Prince George currently fluoridates its water supply. Are you in favour of the City of Prince George fluoridating its water supply?” VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualified electors of the City of Prince George between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2014, at the following locations: • • • • • • • •
Kelly Road Secondary School Vanway Elementary School John McInnis Centre DP Todd Secondary School Malaspina Elementary School Ron Brent Elementary School Edgewood Elementary School Blackburn Community Centre
4540 Handlen Road 4509 Highway 16 West 3400 Westwood Drive 4444 Hill Avenue 7900 Malaspina Avenue 1401 17th Avenue 4440 Craig Road 2451 Blackburn Road
ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors of the City of Prince George between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. as follows: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 Wednesday, November 12, 2014 Thursday, November 13, 2014
Prince George City Hall, 1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, BC in the Second Floor Conference Room Prince George City Hall, 1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, BC in the Second Floor Conference Room University of Northern British Columbia, 3333 University Way, Prince George, BC, in the Doug Little Lounge
Resident electors must produce two (2) pieces of identification (at least one (1) with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. Non-resident property electors must provide a completed “Application for Registration as a Non-Resident Property Elector” and “Non-Resident Property Elector Consent Form”, if applicable, and two (2) pieces of identification, to prove the applicant’s identity and their entitlement to register in relation to the property. The “Application for Registration as a Non-Resident Property Elector” and the “Non-Resident Property Elector Consent Form” may be obtained from the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer at the Fifth Floor, City Hall, 1100 Patricia Boulevard, during regular office hours between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., or from the City of Prince George website http://www.princegeorge.ca/cityhall/elections/Pages/Default.aspx. In addition, the forms will be available at the voting locations on Advance Voting days and General Voting Day. MAIL BALLOT VOTING Qualified electors may vote by mail if they: • have a physical disability, illness, or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity; or • expect to be absent from Prince George on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities. Requesting a Mail Ballot Package By 4:00 p.m. on October 31, 2014 you must submit the following information to the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer: (1) Full name, (2) Residential address, (3) Address of the property in relation to which you are voting (for non-resident property electors), and (4) Method of delivery of your mail ballot package: (a) pick up at Prince George City Hall, OR (b) regular letter mail through Canada Post to residential address, OR (c) regular letter mail through Canada Post to an alternate address that you provide when requesting the ballot package. A form to request a mail ballot package may be obtained from the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer at the Fifth Floor, City Hall, 1100 Patricia Boulevard, during regular office hours between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., or from the City of Prince George website: http://www.princegeorge.ca/cityhall/elections/Pages/Default.aspx. Requests for a mail ballot package must be submitted to the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer by 4:00 p.m. October 31, 2014. Request forms may be submitted through mail (1100 Patricia Blvd., Prince George, BC V2L 3V9), delivered to the Fifth Floor, City Hall, 1100 Patricia Boulevard, during regular office hours on Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., by fax to 250-561-0183, or by email to wbabicz@city.pg.bc.ca or dwasnik@city.pg.bc.ca Ballot packages will be mailed to applicants commencing on or about October 29, 2014. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer no later than 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2014. For more information, please contact Walter Babicz, Chief Election Officer, or Deanna Wasnik, Deputy Chief Election Officer, at 250-561-7602. Walter Babicz Chief Election Officer
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2014 General Local Elections – Notice of Election NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of School District No. 57 (Prince George) that an election by voting is necessary to elect seven school trustees for a four-year term commencing in December 2014 and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are: Surname ALGER BEKKERING BELLA BENNETT BURTON CABLE COOKE CRAWFORD DEPENAU FUDGE HARRIS HARRIS HOOKER MACDONALD SABO STERN WARRINGTON WIEBE
SCHOOL TRUSTEE – SEVEN (7) TO BE ELECTED First Name Community Dori Prince George Betty Prince George Trish Prince George Tim Prince George Andrew Prince George Tony Prince George Kate Prince George Valentine Prince George Eric Prince George Dennis Prince George Bob Prince George Sheldon Prince George Brenda Prince George Denise Newlands Don Prince George Chris Prince George Prince George Sharel Prince George Bruce
VOTER IDENTIFICATION Resident electors will be required to provide two (2) documents proving identity and place of residence in combination, one of which must contain a signature. Picture identification is not necessary. Non-Resident Property electors will be required to provide two (2) documents proving identity and place of residence in combination, one of which must contain a signature, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners. NOTE: Electors qualified to vote in the elections of both the City of Prince George and the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George may cast only a single ballot for school trustee. GENERAL VOTING DAY General voting day will be open to qualified electors of School District No. 57 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at the following locations: City of Prince George • Kelly Road Secondary School, 4540 Handlen Road • Vanway Elementary School, 4509 Highway 16 West • Blackburn Community Centre, 2451 South Blackburn Road • D.P. Todd Secondary School, 4444 Hill Avenue • Edgewood Elementary School, 4440 Craig Road • John McInnis Center, 3400 Westwood Drive • Malaspina Elementary School, 7900 Malaspina Avenue • Ron Brent Elementary School, 1401 – 17th Avenue District of Mackenzie • Mackenzie District Office - 1 Mackenzie Blvd Village of McBride • McBride Village Office, 100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road. Village of Valemount • Valemount Community Hall, 101 Gorse Street Regional District of Fraser-Fort George • Bear Lake Community Commission Office, 353 Grizzly Avenue, Bear Lake • Beaverly Elementary School, 9777 Western Road, Prince George • Dunster Community Hall, 7085 Read Road, Dunster • Eastline Activity Centre, 21840 Upper Fraser Road, Willow River • Ferndale Community Hall, 3595 Upper Fraser Road, Prince George • Hixon Elementary School, 378 Lockyer, Hixon • Nukko Lake Elementary School, 23955 Chief Lake Road, Nukko Lake • Pineview Elementary School, 8515 Old Cariboo Highway, Prince George • Shell-Glen Fire Hall,3985 Shelly Road, Prince George • Sinclair Mills Community Hall,37832 Upper Fraser Road, Sinclair Mills • Tete Jaune Community Hall, 14270 Blackman Road, Tete Jaune and • Regional District of Fraser-Fort George Office, 155 George Street Prince George ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. as follows: Date Location City of Prince George November 5 & November 12 Second Floor Conference Room, City Hall, 1100 Patricia Boulevard November 13 Doug Little Lounge, University of Northern B.C. 3333 University Way Regional District of Fraser-Fort George November 5 & November 12 155 George Street Prince George District of Mackenzie November 5 & November 14 Mackenzie District Office 1 Mackenzie Blvd. Village of McBride November 5 McBride Village Office 100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road Village of Valemount November 5 Valemount Village Office – Council Chambers 735 Cranberry Lake Road
MAIL BALLOT VOTING City of Prince George Qualified electors may vote by mail if they: 1. Have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity, or 2. Expect to be absent from Prince George on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities. Requests for a mail ballot package must be submitted to the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer by October 31, 2014. Request forms may be submitted through mail, dropped off at the Fifth Floor, City Hall, 1100 Patricia Boulevard, during regular business hours between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., by fax 250 561-0183 or by email to wbabicz@city.pg.bc.ca or dwasnik@city.pg.bc.ca. Ballot packages will be mailed to applicants commencing on or about October 29, 2014. To be counted your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer no later than 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2014. Regional District of Fraser-Fort George Mail ballot voting is available to qualified electors who: 1. Have a physical disability, illness or injury that prevents them from attending in person at another voting opportunity, or 2. Reside within a remote voting jurisdiction more than 80 kilometers from the closest voting place at which they are entitled to vote, or 3. Expect to be absent from the Regional District on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities. Applications for mail ballots are available on line at www.rdffg.bc.ca, in person or by contacting the Chief Election Officer at (250) 960-4400 or by email at elections@rdffg.bc.ca. Mail ballots in the prescribed form will be received by the Chief Election Officer from 4:00 p.m. on Monday, October 20, 2014, to 12:00 noon on Wednesday, November 12, 2014. SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY Special voting opportunities will be open to qualified electors of School District No. 57. Only those qualified electors who are admitted as patients are eligible to vote at these special voting opportunities. November 14, 2014, Friday Mackenzie & District Hospital
District of Mackenzie 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
November 15, 2014, Saturday McBride & District Hospital Beaverview Lodge University Hospital of Northern B.C.
Regional District of Fraser-Fort George 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 3:05 p.m. to 3:35 p.m. 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
RESIDENT ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of resident electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you are: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day; • a Canadian citizen; • a resident of B.C. for at least six months (6) immediately before the day of registration; • a resident of School District No. 57 for at least thirty (30) days immediately before the day of registration; and • not otherwise disqualified by the School Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law from voting. NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTOR REGISTRATION City of Prince George In order to vote, non-resident property electors must provide a completed “Application for Registration as a Non-Resident Property Elector” and “Non-Resident Property Elector Consent Form”, if applicable, and two pieces of identification, to prove the applicant’s identity The “Application for Registration as a Non-Resident Property Elector” and the “Non-Resident Property Elector Consent Forms” can be obtained from the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer at the Fifth Floor, City Hall, 1100 Patricia Boulevard, during regular office hours between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., or from the City of Prince George website, http://princegeorge.ca/cityhall/elections/Pages/Default.aspx. In addition, the forms will be available at the voting places on Advance Voting Opportunity days and on General Voting Day. Regional District of Fraser-Fort George There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of non-resident electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you are: • not eligible to register as a resident elector; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day; • a Canadian citizen; • a resident of British Columbia for at least six (6) months immediately before the day of registration; • a registered owner of the real property within the voting jurisdiction for at least thirty (30) days immediately before the day of registration; • a registered owner not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust; and • not disqualified by the School Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law from voting. If more than one person owns the property, the person wishing to cast the vote for that property must provide, at the time of registration, written consent from a majority of the property owners. Consent forms are available online at www.rdffg.bc.ca, in person or by contacting the Chief Election Officer at (250) 960-4400 or by email at elections@rdffg.bc.ca. Non-resident property electors may not vote more than once within a voting jurisdiction regardless of the number of properties owned. FURTHER INFORMATION Contact: Sharon Cairns, Chief Election Officer or Diane Nygaard, Deputy Chief Election Officer School District No. 57 (Prince George) Phone: 250-561-6800.Loc 347 or sharoncairns@shaw.ca; dnygaard@sd57.bc.ca Sharon Cairns Chief Election Officer
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Gallo encourages people to vote Bill Phillips editor@pgfreepress.com Ron Gallo has been thinking about running for council for awhile. Gallo, who was born and raised in Prince George in a pioneer family, credits his father with inspiring him to think about entering politics. “My dad wasn’t heavily political,” he said. “But he instilled in me a belief that being about to contribute at a higher level can always be a good thing.” Gallo said he is very proud to be from Prince George and wants others to have the same pride in being a Prince George resident. “I want to be a person to help instill pride in the community and maybe figure out reasons as to why certain issues are a problem in Prince George and see if we can some up with some simple solutions,” he said. As for issues heading in this election, Gallo says some are
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readily identifiable, but he wants to dig deeper than simply identifying them. “Everybody’s going to identify the same stuff, and so am I, he said. “There is road repair, there is snow removal, there’s city fleet services, there’s city buildings, there’s city services, they all seem to be in a state of disrepair. “My question is how is this an issue today, and has been an issue
for a long, long time, and it’s not being dealt with?” Gallo, who is a auto salesman in the city, has an extensive background working and volunteering with non-profit organizations … the most recent and likely most visible has been with the Prince George Spruce Kings. “Certainly I do have a strong sports background, and that’s not because I’m an athlete, but it’s more of the communications aspect that I bring to these teams,” he said. When it comes to the proposed performing arts centre, Gallo says it definitely would be a good thing for the city. However, “does the city of Prince George need to be the only one that foots the bill? Absolutely not.” He points to the Prince George Coliseum that, he says, has a zero per cent service life, and says there are other priorities. Why should voters choose Ron Gallo? “I would hope that people would be able to vote for me
Realtor Jason Luke hoping to capture youth vote Bill Phillips editor@pgfreepress.com Like a lot of people who have watched city council over the past three years, Jason Luke is frustrated with what has been going on. The Prince George realtor wants to do something about it, so he’s put his name forward for city council. “I’ve been getting more frustrated with what I’ve been seeing, the way the city is managed and council decisions,” he said. Using the picnic shelter in Fort George Park as an example, Luke questions how the city is spending its money. “The picnic shelter was torn down to rebuild, that’s $1.5 million,” he said. “I don’t think that’s a reasonable number.” He suggests that the city Jason Luke should get some volunteers together and, with donated materials, could rebuild the facility for a fraction of the cost. He also takes issue with the city conducting costly studies. “I don’t need a $100,000 study to tell me that the pool downtown needs work,” he said. “I can just open the door and see that.” The snow removal issue from last winter, he
said, goes even deeper. “Someone’s responsible, in my opinion,” he said. “I don’t think we need a study to tell us how to remove snow.” Luke, who has volunteered with BlockWatch in Prince George, says it’s a great program that could be expanded. “It really does help the RCMP,” he said. Luke would also like to see Initiatives Prince George work towards attracting the film industry back to the city. “This is a great city and there is no reason why we can’t attract that business here,” he said. As part of the 2015 Winter Games legacy, Luke says he would like to see a foghorn on Connaught Hill that plays the first few notes of O Canada every day at noon. “It gives an energy and feeling of proudness,” he said. “I think those little things can make a difference.” He would also like to be a candidate for younger voters in Prince George. “There’s really no one representing the young person, the young family,” he said. “The young voter turnout is low. This is a chance for those people in that age group to have someone, whether me or not, represent them at city hall.”
Pushing for 51 per cent voter turnout City council candidate Trent Derrick wants Prince George to do at least one better than Kamloops. A non-partisan organization called Kamloops 50 campaign has challenged Prince George and Kelowna to increase voter turnout this municipal election to 50 per cent. “One of my concerns over the years has been the low voter turnout in the last few civic elections,” Derrick wrote in a letter to fellow candidates. “As
a candidate for city council, I have always believed that it is our responsibility to engage the voters. If we continue to have low turnout we have somehow missed the mark as politicians in not meeting the needs of our fellow citizens.” He encourages all candidates to accept the challenge as part of their election platforms and is promoting #PGvote51, which hopes to increase Prince George’s voter turnout to 51 per cent, oneupping Kamloops.
in good faith because of the loyalty, dedication and passion that I have,” he said. “I was instilled at a young age to be resourceful. That doesn’t mean spending a lot of money, resourcefulness means you need to figure out how to make things work within the available budget.” He says he will be more than just a trouble-shooter, and be a problem-
solver. And whether voters choose him or not, the important thing is to get out and vote. “It’s important for everyone who is eligible to vote, to get out and vote … I encourage the youth vote, I encourage everyone to vote. For me, if my running can get more people out to vote, then I’m happy with that.”
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Excellent businesses awarded Hockey theme a hit for Chamber of Commerce event Hockey Night in Canada and the chance to meet former Vancouver Canucks goalie Kirk McLean was the big draw for the Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence awards Saturday. “This year’s Business Excellence award continued the tradition of delivering a fun and entertaining evening, while recognizing the best of business in our city,” said Prince George Chamber of Commerce CEO, Christie Ray, in a press release. “The
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awards portion was particularly exciting this year, because there was live voting on social media throughout the evening for our newest award, the Hell Yeah Prince George Ambassador Award.” Wearing one of his signature flamboyant blazers, comedian Gery Schubert, in character as Don Cherry, kept guests laughing as event host. Guests were able to take home a memento of the gala after posing with McLean and “Cherry” at a photo booth. Ten awards were handed out in categories ranging from the prestigious Business Person of the Year to the coveted Service Excellence Award. Voting for the Hell Yeah Prince George Ambassador Award
occurred entirely on Facebook, and generated significant buzz and engagement within the community. This new award celebrates people doing positive things to promote the city. “These awards confirm people want to celebrate the successes in our city, and spread the message that Prince George is a great place to live and do business,” said Chamber president Ranjit Gill. And the winners are: Entrepreneur of the Year Award: Tyler Burbee – The Copper Pig Bbq House. Service Excellence Award: Stride & Glide Sports Business of the Year Award: The Copper Pig Bbq House and Shiraz Café &
Restaurant. Business Person of the Year Award: Jos Van Hage. Environmental Leadership Award: Home Sweet Home. Community Impact Award: Big Brothers Big Sisters Prince George Corporate Citizen of the Year Award: Prince George Citizen. Micro Business of the Year Award: 6ix Sigma Productions. Tourism Impact Award: 2015 Canada Winter Games Outstanding Corporate Culture Award: Charles Jago Northern Sports Centre. Hell Yeah Prince George Ambassador Award: Norm Coyne
ELECTION POOL Who will be our next mayor? Don Zurowski or Lyn Hall? Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Shelley Dilworth-Mills at her booth of handcrafted candles (Shelley’s Smellies, scent-sational candles) at UNBC Artisan’s Fair on Sunday. The weekend event attracted lots of interest from the preChristmas shopping crowd.
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NH talks rural health A rural health strategy that is being created by the Ministry of Health in conjunction with health authorities was the focus of the latest Northern Health board meeting on October 22. The presentation highlighted the strategies needed in rural British Columbia to support improving the health of the population, to attract and retain health professionals, and to enhance the delivery of primary and community care. Partnerships between service providers and communities were identified as critical to effective service delivery in rural and remote communities. “Northern Health partners with local governments, First Nations communities, the First Nations Health Authority, and others,” said Dr. Charles Jago, Northern Health board chair, in a press release. “We take pride in sharing our approach to rural service delivery with others, and we benefit from learning about ways to improve our strategies from others.” The presentation comes a month after Dr. Jago and Cathy Ulrich, Northern Health CEO, met with communities, Health Minister Terry Lake, and other health authorities at the Union of B.C. Municipalities conference. The conference included a dedicated workshop about the health care challenges and opportunities that rural and remote communities are experiencing across British Columbia. The Northern Health board was also briefed on the preparedness plans with respect to the current West Africa Ebola outbreak, as well as about the work being done to address rural physician recruitment challenges.
Just pick who you think will win the Nov. 15 mayoralty race (not necessarily who you want to win)
And pick what percentage of the vote each of the two candidates will receive (the two picks have to total 100 per cent i.e. Candidate A 55 per cent, Candidate B 45 per cent etc.) The person who correctly picks our next mayor with the closest percentage pick, without going over the actual percentage, will be our winner.
The tie-breaking question is: Who will be the next eight city ity councillors? Choose eight of the 25 candidates. The pool is limited to only one vote per e-mail address.
Deadline for entries is 3 p.m. November 14.
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Me and Dick a somewhat rocky relationship My relationship with Dick Harris a while. doesn’t go back to 1993. When Senator Mike Duffy came It only goes back to 2003 when the to Prince George for a Conservative Cariboo-Prince George riding was Party luncheon, Harris invited me to formed. I got to know him when he attend. When I arrived, I discovered sought the nomination that I was the only mediafor the riding, going type invited and Harris sat up against my dentist, me down at the head table Elmer Thiessen (the with Duffy. prospect of having I was surprised and flatto find a new dentist tered that Harris did that. It obviously tainted my also gave me some notoriety writing). a few years later when the For us who were Duffy doo-doo hit the fan in the southern part and the Internet-crawling of the riding, it was investigate reporters at the a bitter pill because Fifth Estate and W5 found WRITER’S BLOCK my old column lurking on many, at the time, felt BILLPHILLIPS the fringes of the “gotcha” that Thiessen won the nomination fair and part of the cyber-world and square and Harris won on a technical- they all wanted to know everything ity. about the lunch. Suffice to say, my relationship with Then there was election night 2011. Harris has been up and down over the I went down to Harris’ campaign years. When Harris was seeking the office to get some photos and internomination I wrote that he was one of view him. When I got there Harris the up and comers in the then-newly proceeded to tear a strip off me, right formed Conservative party, so that in the middle of the office, for a poll obviously endeared me to him … for I had published in the Free Press that
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had predicted a different outcome. The poll obviously had a huge impact as he won with only 56 per cent of the vote. Yikes. Harris was well-known for calling up media outlets, not just me and the Free Press, after a story ran that didn’t put him in a good light, and declaring he would never talk to them again. Then, a few months later and after he had cooled down, giving interviews to those same newspapers as if nothing had happened. I guess one could say our relationship has been a rocky one. I’ll admit, I’ve been a pretty harsh critic of Harris the past few years. And while many will now praise his years of service, much of which is deserved, how can anyone not be critical of an MP who has, at least for the past few years, been living in Kelowna? Come on. There are even people inside the Conservative Party who have been raising their eyebrows at that one. However, despite what I say, Harris’ legacy will be that he won seven elections and sat as an MP for 21 years. Not an easy feat.
Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Doobie Brothers bass player John Cowan takes his cue (with Patrick Simmons in background) during a riveting performance of the rock band’s hit song Jesus is Just Alright on Friday night at CN Centre. Check out our review at www.pgfreepress.com.
Whipping boy? Or just a boy who likes whips and chains? I guess it was somewhere in the fine print when I signed What brings all this to mind, of course, is the news stories on with Black Press. about popular radio personality and author Jian Ghomeshi I must have missed it. and his – how do I say this delicately? – dalliances with The box that you check off on: “Do you the opposite sex. Certainly the words spoken by have a kinky sex life? Yes or No.” Trudeau, our philosopher king, in 1967 respectWhen Aberdeen Publishing bought out our ing civil rights legislation, were remembered by paper a few years ago, I would have expected many people debating the issue on social media to sign a whole new employment agreement and by lawyers weighing in on Ghomeshi’s disbut maybe they opined, famously, like former missal. Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, that a newsI am sorry that this happened to him bepaper has no place in the bedrooms of its cause no matter what the outcome of his lawsuit reporters – unless of course I am reading the launched this week, Ghomeshi will have gone Free Press in bed – or training a new puppy. through a scrubdown and scrutiny that no one I would like to think, unless I was a politideserves. Good for him though for having the, cian (notably a senator) a member of the ahem, balls – can I say that? – to take on the CBC, British royal family or an A-list movie star, TEA WITH TERESA a giant in the industry, a giant he states in his that anyone I worked for would concern TERESAMALLAM claim “misused” personal and confidential inforthemselves only with my public not private mation about him. life. Indeed, anyone interested (and I can’t imagine who) in This leads me to another aspect of the case. the sexual exploits or racy romps in the hay of this reporter The whole situation began with an alleged “reveal” of would be bored silly with what unfolds during my time off. their sexual adventures by an ex-girlfriend whose actions
fall into the category of what has become known throughout history as “hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.” We can learn from this. In the past, a person could “sow their wild oats” and go on to lead a productive life with wisdom learned and maturity found and no backlash. Here I am not speaking about the news that other women have come forward with allegations of violence and misconduct on the part of Ghomeshi. That is another matter. But if it is true, as Ghomeshi claims, that his “sharing” of information about his “adventurous” but consensual sex life led to his firing and thereby constitutes a “breach of confidence and bad faith” on the part of CBC, then I side with him. We can learn from this. The moral of the story is, for me, be careful what you say around the office water cooler on the morning after and be careful how you choose your sexual partners. Whips and chains are okay – if that is your mutual preference – but make sure to include a muzzle for that big mouth that can get you into trouble later.
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olls are for dogs,” is the famous paraphrase of Prime Minister John Diefenbaker. And, (from us) at election time, everyone and their dog is conducting a poll. Here at the Free Press, we thought we’d do something a little different this election. Rather than conduct an election poll, we thought throw some skin in the game and conduct an election pool. We’ve ponied up a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 tablet as the grand prize for the lucky person who correctly picks who will win the November 15 mayoralty race. All you have to do is pick the winner and what percentage of the vote each receives. In case there is a tie amongst those who jump into the Free Press election pool, there will be a tie-breaking question and that will be to correctly name the eight candidates who will form the next council. We hope to have some fun with it and we hope you do to. You can’t win if you don’t enter and the best way to ensure you win the Free Press Election Pool is to get out and vote on November 15. The deadline for entering the pool is Friday, November 14 at 3 p.m. You can enter online at www.pgfreepress. com, on the Prince George Free Press Facebook page, or e-mail your entry to editor@pgfreepress.com We’ve had a few entries already and here’s how it’s looking so far with 90 entries:
MAYOR’S RACE The mayor’s race is neck-and-neck. Of our 90 respondents, so far, with Don Zurowski netting 47 responses and Lyn Hall with 43. In case you’re looking for the inside track on percentage, that gives Zurowski 52.22 per cent of the vote and Hall 47.78 per cent.
COUNCIL RACE In the council race, long-time councillors Brian Skakun and Murry Krause are each leading the way with 76 of our 90 respondents choosing them. The rest of council is as follows: Garth Frizzell - 63, Frank Everitt 62, Albert Koehler - 58, Cameron Stolz - 50, Susan Scott - 44, Dave Wilbur - 42, Debora Munoz - 36, Terri McConnachie - 32, Jillian Merrick - 25, Roy Spooner - 25, Bryan Mix - 24, Ravi Saxena - 18, Jason Luke - 16, Ron Gallo - 15, Monica Peacock - 14, Harry Ulch - 12, Trent Derrick - 10, Alex Huber - 7, Gregg Kauk - 7, Coralee Larsen - 7, Travis Shaw - 5, Jeffrey Cunin - 2, Donald Roberts - 2. If your favourite candidate is not at the top of the list, get to our website and enter the election pool. If you’re a candidate and not on the top of our list, get campaigning and get your supporters to enter our pool. The more the merrier. And remember, you can’t win if you don’t enter and if you want to win, the best way to ensure that your Free Press Election Pool picks are close to the actual result is to get out and vote and encourage your friends to get out and vote. Have fun and get out and vote.
Standing on guard The attack in Montreal on two soldiers and the later attack any individual should be able to think, do and believe in in Ottawa was a wake-up call for many Canadians. anything unless it harms others within the society. What has The belief that Canada and Canadians are loved by the rest taken hundreds of years to develop can be washed away in a of the world was shattered by the two events. In other words, moment of paranoid panic. There are always those, some in we entered the real world. Let us all mourn for the death of positions of great power, who are ready to trash those pera lovely fantasy we have been able to maintain in our own sonal freedoms for the sake of control. It must not happen. minds for decades. First we must keep the threat and the probWe have been a nation admired by others lem in perspective. On the days when those two for a long time and that admiration is still alive soldiers were killed, there were several other and well in many parts of the world. What has Canadians who lost their lives through traffic changed with these events is our willingness to accidents and other unfortunate events. That admit there are some who look upon us as an does not reduce the sorrow we feel one bit, but enemy nation. Agreed that they are warped and we do have to deal with the reality. For all of often mentally deficient, but they are there, and us there are risks, which may result in serious consider us an enemy of whatever obtuse and injury or death. We may not like it but we have fanatical belief they have convinced themselves to accept that fact of life. as being the one truth. Our government and agencies empowered There are bad people out there. Perhaps they to protect us should review their activities and ONSIDE are suffering from mental illness or are the the mandate they have been given. There may VICBOWMAN well be actions they should have taken and they victims of circumstance. We should feel sorry for them and should do our best to find them and did not. How was their job performance? There help them become whole and rational people contributing to may well be a need to change how they carry out their duties the common good of Canadian society. Unfortunately that is within the powers which they presently have. the ideal state which will never be met and the problem will What we must not let our government and other pubalways be there. lic safety agencies do is become the bad Big Brother with That leaves us with a problem of personal safety and we, nearly unfettered powers over the individual and the private quite naturally, look to our government for action to protect concerns of those individuals. If that does happen, we will us. That is definitely part of the job we elected them to do. simply become another dictatorship forcing their citizens to They will do so but we must be sure that they will not reduce follow the one truth as defined by them. our personal liberty and privacy to achieve that end. All of us, in the words of our national anthem, “stand on It has taken many centuries to build a society where we guard” and assure that in a moment of panic we do not give are equals. During that time we have come to believe that away our personal liberty and privacy.
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The old town hadn’t changed much, as far as I could remember. It had been some years since my family and I had been back to Dryden, Ont., where I spent the first six years of my life. When you leave a town at the age of six and don’t get back for a while, the memories are kind of hazy. Editor: I did remember a couple of neighbourhood friends and With your upwas happy to find that Steve and Wes were still in town. We coming election, spent some time together, chatting about how things had would it not be a changed, what it was like in B.C., and what hadn’t changed. good time for the One thing that hadn’t changed was the Grimshaw house. candidates to adEvery town, it seems, has a “haunted house”, and in dress the question Dryden, that was the Grimshaw place. You could talk to 10 of low attendance people about it and get 11 difat kids recreational activities. Instead of ferent stories about why it was considering closing haunted. “Let’s go up there this eveFour Seasons Pool, ning,” Steve said one afternoon. let them advance “You ever been inside?” ideas on how to Wes and I both shook our double attendance. heads. I think he was a bit Don Callaghan Bear Lake surprised that Wes had never snuck in, but not that I hadn’t. I thought about it for a minute or two. I don’t believe in ALLAN’S AMBLINGS ghosts, but I don’t disbelieve in ALLANWISHART them either. I had no evidence one way or the other. Editor: ideas, promoted by government. “OK,” I said, as Wes nodded as well. “About 7 tonight.” Re: Fluoridation If it is allowed to continue, let’s micro chip I dressed warmly, since I was fighting off the start of a Editor: I have tried not to weigh in on this subject as it everyone at birth, that way we will never have a cold, slipped a box of cough drops in my pocket, and met The only answer appears to have been debated ad nauseum. lost, or kidnapped child, it sounds great but at Wes and Steve at the foot of the hill where the Grimshaw to the ‘bad guy with The point seems to have been missed here, what cost? What are we willing to sacrifice? house stood. They were both carrying baseball bats. a gun,’ is the ‘good and that is not, is fluoridation good or bad, but If one wants fluoride in the diet, there are so “If there are ghosts,” I asked, “do you really think a baseguy with a gun.’ We the fact that the government, be it municipal, many ways to get it other than being forced to. honour those who provincial, or federal, can medicate anyone at Remember on November 15 to select what you ball bat is going to have an effect?” They didn’t have an answer, so we headed up the hill, and serve this country will. When it comes to health, the governments think is right, what do you want your governfound a hole where a window used to be. I flipped on the and protect it. are not always right, remember thalidomide, fryment to do? Shirley Ballum ing all your food (‘50s), Zonolite or spray in type Bill Manders flashlight I had brought, and we started to look around. Wes was the first to see it. Prince George Prince George insulation (‘60s), and many other good for you “There’s light coming from under that door,” he whispered. “I thought this place was deserted.” We discussed things calmly (yeah, right) for a couple of minutes, then decided to see what was behind the door. It was stairs, leading down to a basement room with light Editor: constituents. It is not that I believe the science is definitive on This is in response to James Loughery’s “letter to the editor” this issue; in fact, I think it is divided. However, if there is the coming from it. We went down. The room was empty, except for what looked like a large of October 24, 2014. potential for harm then I think the public safety and ethical box against the far wall. I shone the light on it. I went to this event also to learn more about this issue and I thing to do would be to practice the precautionary principle It was a coffin. came away with an opposing perspective. Sure we have other and remove it. And it was starting to move towards us. It pivoted on one serious problems to face as a society and I would certainly Afterward, the city can devote a small amount of the money invite Mr. Loughery to raise them so our community can we save in removing the fluoride dispensing program to moni- of its bottom corners and swung forward a few inches, then pivoted on the other side. discuss and address them. toring the incidence of fluoride related dental issues for any We were paralyzed. However, to dismiss this effort to discuss the safety, extrends. If it turns out that there is a spike, we can deal with it As it got closer, Wes threw his bat at it and then was gone. pense and ethics of fluoridation is not a democratic gesture. strategically for the populations affected. It would be ethically Steve did the same. A group of citizens are concerned about something and irresponsible to medicate us all for a condition afflicting only I was frozen in place. have been organizing and pooling their resources to invoke a few. The coffin got closer and closer. a change and their very efforts and passion give this matter There is a reason why much of the world has either never I felt a tickle in my throat, reached into my pocket and importance. Also, what could what could be more important started fluoridating their water supply; or, they are discontinupopped one of the lozenges into my mouth. than the safety of drinking water, one of the limiting reagents ing to do so. And, as much I much as I love Prince George And, just as promised on the box, the coffin stopped. for human life? and the people that live here, I don’t think it’s because we are (Note: Except for spending about the first six years of my I hope Prince George residents vote to eliminate this chemi- smarter then them. cal from our water supply and the city councillors and mayor Greg Jonuk life in Dryden, this is purely a work of fiction. Happy Halrespond by passing a motion to respect the wishes of their Prince George loween.) Editor: I have been observing with fascination the campaign efforts of mayoral and council candidates. I am not much surprised at the brilliance, knowledge and perspicacity of some of the wellknown figures such as the mayoral candidates, and most of our previous council, and I might add as well our Citizen of the Year for his many achievements. His comment that if we can provide homes for thousands of athletes and their families, we should be able to provide homes for our 400 homeless, struck a chord. As well, the young fellow who understands the differences in the citizenry of Prince George and wishes to foster respect for all, is also a favourite of mine. I am surprised however at how a middle-aged realtor can hope that we would be interested in someone who doesn’t care if he “causes a stink.” To suggest that he brings youth to council is humorous. He is not young. Does he think we have stodgy old men on council?
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Furthermore, the realtor might be well advised that if he should be elected he will be working alongside those whom he ridicules. How on earth could we expect council to achieve anything if we have someone in there who already plans to not get along with anybody? Another lady suggested that in order for council to help with homelessness, landlords should give tenants free rent for three or six months. I cannot imagine how she expects to achieve that goal. Or how she expects her colleagues to pull off such a feat. Another suggested that council put a cap on rent, as if to suggest that council has such legislative authority. My vote and those of my colleagues, family and friends, are going to those candidates who show leadership, skills and experience. Not to those who do not know what they are talking about, or who do not even know about Prince George. Jacqueline Levesque Prince George
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Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Gardener (Jack Tremblay) prunes blooms for Her Royal Majesty (Ann Miller) as the princess (Diane Myers) and gentleman (Syl Meise) attend her in a rehearsal scene from Oliver. The hilarious skit is one of several in the Elder Citizens Recreation Association drama club presentation of LOL 2 – Laugh Out Loud 2.
Council of Seniors starts Christmas hamper drive Lola-Dawn Fennell Prince George Council of Seniors It’s downright spooky how fast the seasons change and Christmas rolls around! I’m beginning to suspect this annual phenomena occurs closer to Halloween with each passing birthday. What do you think? While today is clearly only the day after summer, the P.G. Council of Seniors is rolling into our 2014 Christmas Hamper campaign. Our objective is twofold: first, to provide low-income and isolated seniors (55+) with ingredients for a festive holiday meal, and second, to provide non-perishable foods to help make ends meet during January. In 2013, we delivered well over 200 Christmas hampers, and anticipate that number climbing this year. In the past, we provided one wrapped gift or something warm such as socks for each recipient. In order to address available space and resources, there will be changes this year, and we will not be able to accept non-food donations. Rather, we will make nutritious foods our focus. We will accept applications for hampers at the Seniors Resource Centre – 721 Victoria St. – weekdays between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. from Monday, Nov. 3 to Friday, Dec. 5. Applicants must re-apply each year, and will be asked to provide ID, proof of residence such as a current utility bill, and household income information. Applicants cannot apply for Christmas hampers with (at our Pine Centre location) multiple agencies. Our Christmas Hamper wish list can be picked up at the Seniors Resource WALK INS Centre or downloaded from our website www. WELCOME! pgcos.ca. As always, we are more than happy to accept donations of non-perishable foods, cash, or grocery store gift cards, and can provide charitable donation Spruceland Mall 250.564.0095 receipts upon request. This Pine Centre Mall 250.564.0047 www.visionsoptical.com year, donations should be
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TERESA MALLAM | 250.564.0005 | arts@pgfreepress.com | www.pgfreepress.com ORCHESTRA There will be a concert put on by Northern Orchestra on Saturday. An Opening Flourish showcases guest soloists Rene Jarosch on clarinet and Donna Nolan on flute with music by Monteverdi, Albinoni, Pachelbel, Fasch and Vivaldi and the great Symphony No. 1 by Ludwig van Beethoven. Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church. Tickets and season passes available at the door. Adults $10, students and seniors, $7.50. Season pass $35, $20 for seniors and students.
BIG BLUE BALL The Big Blue Ball, a fundraiser for men’s health, prostate programs and Rotary community projects will be held on Saturday, Nov. 1 at the Coast Inn of the North. Guest speaker is Dr. Lloyd Axworthy, past minister of foreign affairs and nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize. Tickets are $75. More information on the event can be found at thebigblueball.ca.
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The magic of McLachlan Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com She brought her singing talent, her musicianship and her famous smile. And the songs that made her famous. Mostly, though, Sarah McLachlan cast a bright light with the northern leg of her Canadian Shine On Tour. The stage at CN Centre on Saturday night was moody and magical, with exotic hanging lanterns looking like planets in the galaxy, an ideal setting for a singer whose songs are often a little dark and not always (she admits) happy upbeat songs about love. Still her music warmed the hearts of 2,100 fans in the audience with songs that included Sarah standards: Angel, Sweet Surrender and I Will Remember You as well as tracks off her new album, Shine On. There she was, on stage having fun with her band, hosting people who had won “green tickets” to come and sit on a couch in her “living room” while she introduced them, sat down next to them for some banter and to take a few selfies. Her piano-playing spots, her sensational vocals and her guitar skills got showcased along the way. But all that talent – McLachlan’s unquestionably one of the best and most enduring artists on the Canadian music scene – is only part of the charm and allure of Sarah McLachlan. She has a beautiful voice, and it is still as strong and sensual as ever, but one of the reasons why fans love her so much is that she involves them,
Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Sarah McLachlan thrills the audience with a soulful song Saturday night at CN Centre. For the Shine on Tour 2014 she brought along her band – and a comfy couch for lucky members of the audience who had “green tickets” to come on stage and join her for a gab session.
she talks to them between songs, she relates to them and she lets them talk too – they can ask her questions. As she did last time she was in Prince George, McLachlan pulled questions from the audience out of a black top hat kept at the piano. One of the questions: What was her most embarrassing moment? She doesn’t really have any, she answers – except maybe for the time she fell flat on her face, literally, on stage. But even that didn’t really faze her either.
in the world right now, we have to still go on, shine on, and learn to enjoy each day as it comes. McLachlan doesn’t exactly bring the house down, although she easily could. She just leaves you feeling a whole lot better than when you came in. That is the magic of McLachlan. Her music is like the questions in her hat. You know she cares by the answers she gives, and by the way she shares in her songs what she’s learned about life. Shine on, Sarah.
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FEST OF TREES The Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation presents the 21st annual Festival of Trees at the Prince George Civic Centre from Nov. 21 to 30. The gala fundraiser auction night is Friday, Nov. 28 starting at 6 p.m. Advance tickets are required. Festival highlights include a variety of beautifully decorated seven-foot trees, seasonal wreaths and little trees, silent auction, gift shop, fashion show, dinner and dance, seniors’ tea, family day, Teddy Bear Breakfast, live entertainment and a children’s workshop of crafts and activities.
“I just laid there and finished my song from where I was,” she said, laughing. McLachlan is a survivor of the ups and downs of her life and she is grateful for her music that has seen her through most of it, she says. But she’s also candid about how her life has taken a few twists and turns in the past years and how she – like the rest of us – learns from it all. Standing in a spotlight on a darkened stage, she told us that while there’s a lot of bad things happening
Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Singer songwriter Lara Johnston gives a crowd of 2,700 a stellar performance as opening act for the Doobie Brothers Friday night at CN Centre. Johnston is the daughter of band original member Tom Johnston.
Look for Lara Johnston to be the next pop rock superstar. The honey-haired singer songwriter put on a terrific show Oct. 24 at CN Centre. She is a total package performer: a perfect blend of sultry and sweet with powerhouse vocals, on stage charisma and a cover girl’s delicate beauty. She performed in at least six-inch high heels – yet delighted the audience with her exuberant skips across the stage reminiscent of Canadian pop princess Avril Lavigne. But here the comparisons to other young artists ends. Johnston has her own unique style. I think it would be rude (and wrong) to say she sounds like any other singer because she truly has a sound all her own. Her original ballads (Keep You In My pocket is her favourite – mine too, of this set) had fresh and soulful lyrics and her
upbeat numbers, – Here at the End of the World was one of the best of the night – gave the crowd a chance to join in. She masterfully blends rhythm and blues, pop and rock. Her early music career may have been guided by Doobie Brothers dad Tom Johnston (I understand he gave her a Sam Cooke CD for her 12th birthday) but clearly she’s on her own path now – and the future looks bright. For a glimpse of her singing style, check out the video for Mister (Be My Man, 2011). She was hired on as an opening act for the Doobie Brothers but she left no doubt she can fly solo and soar high. Johnson had a good back-up band but with vocals that pure and powerful, there was no faking this incredible voice (and I was up close in the photographer’s pit). In a Crave online interview, Lara Johnston said she wanted to “get out there” and get touring because, for her, “this is the best.” And it was the best – for us too. Johnston gave her best for 2,700 people at CN Centre Friday night.
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Larry Johnson with his attention getting, handcrafted walking stick that took 35 hours and lots of ingenuity to create. Johnson took a poplar and grew it like a bonsai so it would twist. The walking stick which has wood burning designs for scales and is studded with crystals, took first price at the Northern B.C. Exhibition this year winning the blue ribbon at the Home Show.
Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com Whenever he takes a walk in the forest, artisan Larry Johnson doesn’t see trees and branches the way the rest of us do. “What I see is a face in the bark of a tree, or a giraffe’s neck or an elephant’s trunk in the branches,” said Johnson. He’s been working with wood for about 30 years and creates his walking sticks as a “serious hobby.” And over the years, he’s gained quite a following for his unique wooden walking sticks that are handcrafted from local poplar and other species of trees. Some of his walking sticks have elaborate designs on them of koi fish or animals carved into the wood. His woodburning kits are anything but standard and have pens with tips to create hundreds of different designs. One walking stick from his collection that gets lots of attention wherever he goes is a twisted cane that looks like a wriggly exotic snake. It is ornately adorned with Swarovski crystals, gold studs and two rubies for the eyes. “I grew a poplar tree in the same way they grew bonsai trees especially for this walking stick. It took seven years to get the tree just the way I wanted it and to get the right shape. All down the surface you can see the woodburning techniques I used for the ‘skin’”, said Johnson. He estimates there’s at least 35 hours of labour just for the woodburning details. However, the artisan’s talent, patience and careful attention to detail has paid off. This year the unique walking stick took first prize in its home division category, garnering the coveted blue ribbon at the Northern B.C. Exhibition. Johnson has a lot of fun with his walking sticks and enjoys playing pranks on people who stop to admire his work. “I made another walking stick and when they first saw it, people thought it was a real snake, so one day I got a garter snake on one of my walks in the forest and I wrapped it around my walking stick and it was wriggling around the stick and that really took people by surprise.” (He later returned the snake to his home in the woods.) So when you see Johnson with one of his “snakes” in hand you know that it is harmless – his practical jokes might be another thing.
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Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Fibre Arts Guild members Shirley Gratton, left, and Birthe Miller show off a sampling of artisans’ goods that will be on display and for sale at the 38th annual Studio Fair. (Gratton has been present for all 38 fairs.) A total of 92 artisans from Prince George and all across the country will have booths at this year’s event which runs Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 at the Civic Centre.
Studio Fair good to go Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com Studio Fair 2014 has lots to offer shoppers and admirers of quality, handcrafted items made by professional artisans from Prince George and across Canada, says P.G. and District Community Arts Council member Lisa Red-
path. “We are very proud to be able to bring the best quality and variety of artisans’ work from both our local and out of town artisans. And we really encourage everyone to support the raffle at Studio Fair 2014 because this event is a fundraiser for the CAC. A $2 ticket can win you any one of over 100 great prizes (worth
$4,000 in total) donated by our artisans,� she said. Indeed, the event showcases 92 of the best artisans in the country who will have booths at the Prince George Civic Centre from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2. Many favourite artisans will be back with their gourmet treats, photography, art, unique giftware, jewellery, children’s items, handcrafted
toys and games, health and beauty products, pottery, woodworking, fused glass art, fibre arts, soaps, candles and pet products – and many new vendors have been added this year. Studio Fair runs Friday, Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Bobble scarves Shirley’s niche Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com When Prince George artisan Margaret McMorrow died in May (she sold gourmet soups uniquely packaged in plastic tubes)one of her sisters, Shirley Fillion decided to continue on with her plans to make “bobble scarves.” Fillion had undergone treatment for breast cancer six years ago. And one thing she wanted to do as soon as she was healed and well enough to use her sewing machine was to join her creative sisters (five sisters have their own home-based businesses) and find her creative niche. “It gives me something to do,” said Fillion. “I purchase material in different colours and then find matching or complementary bobbles. That can take a while. “So I have a lot of ‘works in progress’ while I wait to find just the right ones. I call them bead and bobble scarves because they have unique accents or tassels on the end.” The scarves can be worn for casual or dress-up wear, they’re lightweight and can
“scrunch up” into a small ball for easy storage or travel. Shirley already has several dozen scarves made up and lots of ideas for creating dozens more. “People aged 10 to 80 can wear them, so they are very versatile. They can be worn by people like me who have had breast cancer [without reconstructive surgery] and want to look fashionable – and by women who are more comfortable with something that partly covers their chest.” Her sister Pat Klassen, an artisan who has been into a few different arts and crafts ventures, says that Fillion is passionate about her work and enjoys spending hours every day making her bobble scarves. “She’s a survivor of breast cancer, a rare form of the disease that left her without any breasts, so she feels better wearing a scarf over that area,” said Klassen. “I think her scarves are great too for large-breasted women who want to be just a little less conspicuous up front.” Fillion had a booth at the UNBC Artisan’s Fair over the weekend and she plans to sell Teresa MALLAM/Free Press her scarves at Christmas craft Sisters Pat Klassen (left) and Shirley Fillion at Shirley’s Creations booth at the UNBC Artisans’ Fair on Sunday. sales and then, in the spring, Fillion makes decorative and functional “bobble” scarves in a wide variety of colours and patterns adorned at some farmer’s markets. with metal, beads and baubles.
Remember Your Loved Ones If you have a story and a picture you would like to share of a veteran you know who has served, we would like to publish your story.
Remembrance Day reminds us that we must not forget those who have served and are currently serving throughout the world to ensure the freedom we enjoy is protected. The Prince George Free Press’ annual Remembrance Day feature incorporates photos and stories of loved ones and has developed extensive readership over the years. To show our community your support and remembrance of those who have served and are currently serving, take this opportunity to say a few words in this wonderful keepsake edition.
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Send us a picture of the person you would like to honour, their name, rank, regiment, and 30-40 words about their service to our country. Also please provide your name, indicating if it should be included with the story. email to: addesign@pgfreepress.com by noon, Mon., November 3, 2014
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Datebook www.pgfreepress.com Friday Rocky Horror Picture Show, Oct. 31, 6:45 p.m., Canfor Theatre, UNBC. Presented by Northern Pride Centre Society and Student Night Life. Meat draw, Fridays, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Crown Market, Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway. Read-to-me Storytime, Fridays, 10-10:45 a.m., South Fort George Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle. Information: 250614-0684. Dance, Fridays, 8 p.m.midnight, Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Harvest tea at the Hart
“GIVE A LITTLE… GAIN A LOT!” REAPS Volunteer Bookkeeper needed to reconcile bank statements, remittance, GST rebate, T4s and general accounting procedures. 1 - 2 hrs/month commitment. Terri at terri@reaps.org . 250-561-7327 Handy Circle Resource Society - Nov 8 & 9 Craft Fair – Nov 8 & 9 from 10 to 4 at AiMHi. We have tables left for vendors to sign up. To register : handycircledonation@gmail. com 250-563-1852 Northern John Howard Society Community Support programs: PG STOP, Anger Mgmt, couples counselling, domestic violence, employment counselling and other services. To volunteer 250-561-7343
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Pioneer Centre Oct. 10 from 1-3 p.m.
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Top dog agility trial, Nov. 1, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Agriplex. Admission by donation. Shopping event and bake sale, Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Harwin Elementary, 3005 11th Ave. Nechako Public Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 5100 North Nechako Rd. A Butler’s Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave. Meat draw, Saturdays, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Crown Market, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway. Dance, Saturdays, 8 p.m.-midnight, Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave.
Sunday
Top dog agility trial, Nov. 2, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Agriplex. Admission by donation. Pancake breakfast, Nov. 2, 9-11 a.m., Hart Pioneer Centre. Nechako Public Market, Sundays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 5100 North Nechako Rd. A Butler’s Market, Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave. Gospel Story, Sundays, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Columbus Community Centre, 7201 Domano Blvd. Information: 778-2298194. Meat draw, Sundays, 3-5 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Crown Market, Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway.
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Canasta, Nov. 3, 7 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre. Royal Purple Ladies,
Ad Designer Part Time The Prince George Free Press is growing again and is looking for a creative talented ad designer. This position is perfectly suited for someone who loves to work in a fast-paced environment, and can work well both independently and as part of the team. The ideal candidate will have; experience in working with Adobe Creative Suite (In-Design, Photoshop, Illustrator & Acrobat); strong print ad portfolio; attention to detail; and a creative spark. The Prince George Free Press is an independently owned community newspaper serving Prince George and BC interior markets for over 20 years. If working in a positive, goal oriented team environment, with state of the art equipment and the potential to earn an above industry average income appeals to you, submit your resume in confidence to: Ron Drillen, General Manager The Prince George Free Press 1773 South Lyon Street V2N 1T3 Fax: 250-562-0025 Email: publisher@pgfreepress.com AberdeenPublishing.com 778-754-5722
meet second and fourth Monday of every month, 7:30 p.m., Studio 2880. Tai Chi, Mondays, 1:30 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Northern Twister Square Dance Club meets Mondays, 7 p.m., Knox United Church basement. Information: Gys 250563-4828 or Reta 250-9622740.
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Bridge, Tuesdays, 1 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. ACBL duplicate bridge, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., 425 Brunswick St. Information: 250-5611685. Sweet Adelines women’s four-part chorus meets Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., Studio 2880. New members welcome. Information: Kathy 250-563-5170.
Wednesday
Bingo, Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Spruce Capital Senior Recreation Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. TOPS meeting, Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m., Kordyban Lodge dining room. Inormation: Jessie 250-613-5933. Whist, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Activity Centre, 425 Brunswick St. Army Cadet Rangers free youth program, meets Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Connaught Youth Centre. Information: Sondra 250-963-9462 or Andrew 250-981-8270. CNC Retirees meet last Wednesday of the month, 9 a.m., D’Lanos. Information: Lois 250563-6928.
Thursday
Bingo, Nov. 6, 12:30 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre. Free executors and estate settlement seminar, Nov. 6, 7 p.m. First Baptist Church, 483 Gillett St. RSVP by Nov. 3 to 250-564-4431 or e-mail glenn.johnston@ dignitymenorial.com. Whist, Nov. 6, 7 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre. Tai Chi, Thursday, 7-9 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-9643849. Central Interior Darts Club, meets Thursday, 6:30 p.m., P.G. Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Bridge, Thursdays, 1-3 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors’ Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Information: 250-563-6450. Little Artists, Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., South Fort George Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle. 250-614-0684. Prince George Grassroots Cribbage Club
For the first two weeks of October, the Core Salon and Spa offered pink hair streaks and pink polish applications by donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. On Saturday, they presented a $700 cheque to Marjo van Helvoirt Koop - coordinator, Canadian Cancer Society.
Proud to recognize those who give in our community.
Thank You Prince George For Voting Us A U T O B O D Y LT D . Best 2065 - 1st Ave. • 250-563-0883 Auto Body Shop! www.csninc.ca registration, 6:30 p.m. play 6:45 p.m., Thursdays, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Information: Gerda 250-564-8561. ACBL duplicate bridge, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., 425 Brunswick St. Information: 250-561-1685. Old Time Fiddlers jam, Thursday, 7-10 p.m. Elder Citizens Rec Centre, 1692 10th Ave. ECRA Forever Young Chorus meet Thursdays, 12:45 p.m., ECRA, 1692 10th Ave.
Support Groups Buddhist meditation class, Tuesdays, 7:15-8:45 p.m., 320 Vancouver St. Information: 250-9626876 or www.kmcvancouver.org. Metis Elders Craft group, Thursday, 10 a.m.noon, Prince George Metis Elders Society office, 117 – 1600 Third Ave. (Prince George Native Friendship Centre). Wednesday evening Tops (take off pounds sensibly), Spruceland Baptist Church, 1901 Ogilvie St. Information: Leona 250-962-8802. P.G. COPD Support Group meets Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., AIMHI gymnasium, 950 Kerry St. Information: www. pgcopdsupportgroup.ca. Prince George Stroke Survivors Group meets Wednesdays,
9:30-11:30 a.m., Elder Citizens Recreation Association, 1692 10th Ave. Information: Julia 250-563-3819, Roland 250-562-1747. La Leche League breast feeding support group meets the second Thursday of every month 7 p.m., 176 Aitken Cres. Information: Tammy 250612-0085. Al-Anon New Hope AFG meets Fridays, 1:152:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 483 Gillett St. Information: 250-5613244. Al-Anon Hart Serenity AFG meets Mondays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250561-3244. Al-Anon PG Beginners AFG meets Tuesdays, 7-7:45 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-5613244. Al-Anon Hart Courage AFG meets Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250561-3244. Al-Anon Mustard Seed AFG meets Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., St. Michael’s Anglican Church, 1505 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-5613244. Prince George ATV
Club meets third Tuesday of month, 7 p.m. Carmel Restaurant meeting room. Information: George 250964-7907. Royal Purple meets second and fourth Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Information: Dianne 250596-0125 or Jeanette 250563-9362. Prince George Quilters Guild meets fourth Tuesday of the month, Connaught Youth Centre, 1491 17th Ave. Registration 6:30 p.m., meeting 7 p.m. Information: Echo 250-612-0499. Prince George Genealogical Society meets the third Tuesday of the month, St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 1500 Edmonton St. PGRH retirees breakfast, first Tuesday of the month, Prince George Golf and Curling Club. Information: 250-5632885.
Cariboo Toastmasters meet Mondays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Ramada Hotel, 444 George St. Information: caribootoastmasters.com
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or Laura (250) 961-3477. City Centre Toastmasters meet Tuesday, noon, City Hall Annex. Information: 9164. toastmastersclubs.org. Spruce Capital Toastmasters meet Tuesdays, 7:25 p.m., 1021566 7th Ave. Information: Tom 250-562-3402. Hart Toastmasters, Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre. Information: harttoastmasters.ca DayBreakers Toastmasters meets Thursday, 7-8 a.m., UHNBC Conference Room 1. Information: Heather 250-649-9591. Plaza 400 Toastmaster Club meets Thursday, noon, Aleza room, fourth floor, Plaza 400 building, 1011 4th Ave. Information: 6252.toastmastersclubs. org/ or 250-564-5191. Prince George Toastmasters meet Thursdays, 7:15 p.m., AiMHi, 950 Kerry St. Information: pgtoastmasters.com, Joyce 250-964-0961.
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The Prince George Native Friendship Centre (PGNFC), a visionary non-profit society, has been serving the needs of the entire community for the past 40 years. The PGNFC is seeking a DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS for a Senior Management position within our organization. This position will report to the Executive Director as one of the six (6) senior positions at this lead social services agency. The Director of Operations is a member of the Prince George Native Friendship Centre Management Team and has shared responsibility for meeting all the goals and mission of the organization. The position will take a primary role in the asset, operational and property management of the PGNFC.
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Help Wanted PARTS PERSON required for a growing progressive auto/industrial supplier. Experienced applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowances. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto & Industrial, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net
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CLASS 1 LOGGING DRIVERS Canada Cartage is seeking 20 Experienced Class 1 Logging Drivers to join their team to service the surrounding areas of Southern Alberta from the greater Calgary area. Are you a Professional Driver looking to work Monday to Friday, bring in a wage that is competitive to the Oil & Gas industry, work with good equipment and high safety standards and grow your career long term with the same Company? If this sounds like you, you may be the Professional Driver we are looking for to join the Canada Cartage team for an exciting new opportunity. QUALIFICATIONS: • Valid Class 1 License and a clean commercial driver’s abstract. • 3+ years experience operating a commercial vehicle within Oil & Gas, Cryogenics, Logging, or Heavy Haul industries. • Must be able to do physical work and lift up to 50lbs as this job requires a lot of chaining, winter driving, and off-roading. • Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently, not afraid to get dirty, mechanically inclined. • Must be able to read and write in English. • Previous veriŵable driving experience within Canada a must. • Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic • Take pride in working safely and representing Canada Cartage as a professional driver SALARY AND BENEFITS: • Competitive pay • Canada Cartage provides a comprehensive Beneŵt Plan and RRSP Matching Plan. CONTACT: To apply e-mail your Commercial Abstract and Resume to Christian at Calgarycareers@canadacartage.com or fax: 403-236-0069. Website: http://www.canadacartage.com
The Director of Operations will perform all duties with respect, honesty, integrity and professionalism. For a complete Job Description outlining areas of responsibility please refer to our website at www.pgnfc.com Qualifications: The Director of Operations will have a history of demonstrated dynamic leadership in any education or social service organization that targets urban Aboriginal people. The ideal candidate must possess the following Education and Experience: • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business management, education or social service field, or other related human service field; or possess an appropriate combination of education and experience. • A minimum of five (5) years experience working at a management level in a communitybased, not-for-profit or an Aboriginal organization is an asset. • A sound understanding of the Friendship Centre movement. • Professional financial management competencies. • Property and asset management experience. • Proven experience in proposal writing, business plans and writing reports on activities, strategic work plans, goals and objectives. • A thorough appreciation, awareness, working experience and sensitivity of Aboriginal history and culture, as well as a thorough understanding of the complexities of working with diverse populations. • Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, provincial and national partners of the PGNFC. • Professional communication proficiencies including presentation skills, writing ability, computer proficiency and authentic interpersonal skills. • Demonstrated team work, leadership skills and visionary ability to inspire and empower others. • In-depth knowledge of the social service sector, community based programs and services, funding sources, community and board relations. The successful candidate must also: • Successfully complete Criminal Record Clearances, including Enhanced Security Clearance. • Maintain a valid driver’s license and provide a driver’s abstract. • Be willing to work flexible hours including on call, evenings & weekends. To apply submit a resume, cover letter and three references to: Manon Desjarlais, Executive Assistant Prince George Native Friendship Centre 1600 Third Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 3G6 Fax: (250) 563-0924 E-mail: mdesjarlais@pgnfc.com Applications will be accepted until Noon on November 13, 2014, no telephone inquiries please. Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry. Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
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Part-time 2880 Gift Shoppe staff. Est 24 hours per week plus special events. Job includes: Ticket sales, Telephone calls and Gift Shoppe support. Ideal candidate will be a ream player with computer, customer service and cash handling skills. Hand deliver resumes to Studio 2880- 15th ave by Oct 31, 2014 WANTED CERTIFIED BOOM TRUCK OPERATORS - Must be local to the Kitimat area - Union environment - Possible employment in heavy construction and pipeline industries - Minimum ďŹ ve (5) years experience - Please include photocopy of certiďŹ cation, current resume and current abstract Send your response to: craneoperator1@outlook.com Or P.O Box 95045 Kingsgate Vancouver BC V5T 4T8
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Nak’azdli Band Social Development Department is seeking a mature, dynamic individual to perform the duties of full time Receptionist. DUTIES: • Screen, forward calls to the appropriate staff member, or take messages • Obtain all relevant information when taking messages • Receive visitors and ensure all inquires are dealt with • Direct inquires to appropriate staff member • Update and distribute telephone directory as changes occur • Arrange to send and receive Courier deliveries • Type, photocopy and compile letters, memos, notices, or other documents and reports as requested • Perform other duties as required from time-to-time QUALIFICATIONS: • Ability to work well with the public • Skills to deal with belligerent clientele • Valid driver’s license • Ability to meet deadlines • Good interpersonal, written and communication skills • Ability to maintain conždentiality • Ability to prioritize and organize duties • Ability to work outside scope of job description if called upon • General ofžce skills, operate ofžce equipment Please fax cover letter and resume to (250) 996-0129 or email to socialservices@nakazdli.ca. Deadline November 5, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
PRINCE GEORGE NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Our People make a difference in the community The Prince George Native Friendship Centre, a visionary non-proďŹ t society, has been serving the needs of the entire community for the past 43+ years. We are seeking candidates for the following position(s) within our organization: ADMINISTRATION Director of Operations Closing November 13, 2014 at 12 Noon. ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES Life Skills Worker (Casual) Closing November 12, 2014 FAMILY WELLNESS PROGRAMS Little Friends Daycare Early Childhood Assistant (PT) Closing November 10, 2014. Aboriginal Head Start Early Childhood Educator Closing November 10, 2014. A hard copy listing the roles, responsibilities and qualiďŹ cations of the position are available from the Prince George Native Friendship Centre’s web site at www.pgnfc. com (click on Join Our Team / Careers). To apply, submit a resume, cover letter and three (3) references detailing which position you are applying for, to: Prince George Native Friendship Centre 1600 Third Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 3G6 Fax: (250) 563-0924 E-mail: employment@pgnfc.com Applications will be accepted until dates noted on postings, no telephone inquiries please. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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By Ian Harwood
It’s fitting that there should be such a thing as a Jeep Trailblazer. But it’s not the aforementioned vehicle that I’m writing about today, rather the accessory range that adorn so many Jeeps today. The truth is that Jeep trailblazed what is now a booming accessory business for all makes and models of trucks. Smittybilt has been around for years and it has a lot to offer in the way of Jeep add-ons. An XRC front bumper is available
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to fit Jeeps from 1976-2014, manufactured from 3/16” cold roll steel. The XRC bumper is formed to manouevre your Jeep over obstacles such as those large boulders that seem to jump out at you at every turn. There is a built in winch plate that can accept up to a 10,000lb winch. Painted in a matte black powder coated finish and features a five year warranty. Cost is $515.99. There is also a matching rear bumper that has a built in tire carrier. This carrier can handle up to a 37” tall tire and is also matte black. It has a class three
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trailer hitch and d-ring mounts welded inside and out. This costs $337.79. XRC rock sliders are ideal for rock crawling; they protect the side of your Jeep from unwanted body damage and cost $368.59. Armor corner guards provide a larger wheel well opening and feature a fender flare and fuel filler door. SRC tubular doors replace the factory doors and bolt up to the factory door hinges, a very easy install. $368. Roof racks are another popular item for Jeeps especially with the limited space. The SRC
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YOUR HOROSCOPE Week of Nov. 2-8, 2014
THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: CANCER, LEO, AND VIRGO
ARIES - MAR. 22 - APR. 21 You’ve had to wait for a while now, but you’ll soon be in the middle of the action. Your friends challenge you in some way, and you also receive the necessary funds for a special project.
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TAURUS - APR. 22 - MAY 21 You feel as if you’re treading water, then all of a sudden things start to move at an incredible speed. Keep a careful eye on your bills; remember that to err is human.
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CANCER - JUN. 22 - JUL. 21 You have lots of success at work. There are plenty of customers to take care of, which brings you some additional income. You develop a new daily practice of a spiritual nature.
LEO - JUL. 22 - AUG. 21 Running around like crazy won’t get you anywhere. If you don’t let yourself fall behind you’ll be able to fulfill your obligations in a timely manner. A trip could be organized spontaneously.
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VIRGO - AUG. 22 - SEP. 21 Even if you know that you have the right answer, wait a few days before making a final decision. New information could change your point of view.
LIBRA - SEPT. 22 - OCT. 21 Avoid suffering from heartburn by changing your diet slightly, and especially by learning to relax more often. Your health requires you to have better balance in your life.
SCORPIO - OCT. 22 - NOV. 21 You might have to wait a little longer than expected before getting the results of some medical exams. Your beloved pays you some extra special attention.
SAGITTARIUS - NOV. 22 - DEC. 21 Your leadership seems to be in demand. You could take over the boss’s chair while he or she is on vacation, or you replace a colleague for an indefinite period of time.
CAPRICORN - DEC. 22 - JAN. 21 The idea of a family trip during the holidays should begin to materialize. However, some details may take longer to resolve than you expected.
AQUARIUS - JAN. 22 - FEB. 21 You have to communicate with a maximum number of people. An event that you’re in charge of requires all your communication, organizational, and negotiating skills.
PISCES - FEB. 22 - MAR. 21 There are sure to be many extra hours of work to do at the office. You’ll be generously rewarded for them if you can adjust your schedule accordingly.
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“Molly & Tucker” Molly and Tucker are litter mates, 7.5 years, who love each other with all their heart. Looking for a home who is willing to take on both of them as they are extremely anxious when separated. These dynamic duos are very friendly and affectionate once they can spend some time and bond with you. They both have very gentle souls and are waiting patiently to find there new home together. It is very important for there new owners to be willing to spend time showing them that new people, environments, and situations are okay. Slow introductions, positive reinforcement and gentle handling are very beneficial when working with them.
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Nash one of the greats It’s been well documented that Steve Nash is one of the best point guards to ever play basketball, but his ability to relate to the youth is another great accomplishment. There was a sense of grief that Father Time caught up with the 40-year-old Nash, who will miss the entire season due to a back injury. Nash’s roots are in Victoria and therefore it’s not a stretch to suggest he is one of the all-time great Canadian ambassadors, in and out of uniform. His stats over a phenomenal 18 season NBA career are staggering; two-time MVP, eight-time all-star, third all-time in career assists, a 14.2 career points-per-game average, and he is the most accurate free-throw shooter in NBA history. These are all significant accomplishments, a testament to what perseverance, tenacity and determination can achieve. He may not have been blessed with the most talent, but his drive and exceptionally high basketball I.Q. helped him excel in a big man’s game. But there is more to Nash than his ability to put a ball through a hoop. He has a special bond with kids and despite a hectic schedule has made it a priority to connect with youth. In March of 2008 (Spring Break), six adults plus myself, and 43 Prince George bas-
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Allan WISHART/Free Press Justin Rai of the Prince George Spruce Kings centres the puck from behind the Powell River Kings net in BCHL action on Sunday at the Coliseum. The Spruce Kings beat Trail 4-1 on Saturday before losing 3-2 to Powell River. Wednesday, they beat Coquitlam 3-2 on the road. They played in Langley on Thursday, in a game finished after presstime.
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ketball players aged 7 to 17 (including my daughme, I just have to realize it is just a game. Did I try ter Lexine) travelled 1,500 miles by bus round trip as hard as I can? Will I practice as hard as I can to watch two NBA games featuring Nash and the before the next game? That’s all you can control. Phoenix Suns. We saw the Suns play the Portland Outside of that, success or fail on the court is irTrail Blazers the first night and the Seattle Superrelevant. It’s only how hard you prepare and how sonics (now Oklahoma City Thunder) the next. hard you try. ” After the Portland game at 10:15 p.m., an upbeat Nash came out of the Q. How do you think it would have dressing room following a shower and affected your career if you hadn’t a back massage for a meet and greet switched schools in Grade 11? with just the 50 of us from Prince A. “I was really lucky. I went to a George. Many of the kids were in awe really good school academically and that an NBA superstar would make that got me to a level to go to Univertime after a hard-fought regular seasity. I also had a teacher and a coach son game, (and the Suns in a hurry to that instilled a lot of discipline in us get on the team bus for the next stop) academically and athletically and to spend about 15 minutes engaging he was a terrific coach. So a really in conversation. big part of my career was changing Nash encouraged questions and schools (in Victoria).” HART BEAT there were no shortage of hands that HARTLEYMILLER went up. The following are three of Q. What made you choose basketthe 10 questions put forward by the P.G. youngball? sters and Nash’s response in an open microphone A. “I went to junior high school in Grade 8. All format: my friends in my school played basketball, so I Q. What kind of things about basketball disdidn’t want to be going away every other weekend courage you and how do you deal with it? with the hockey team or soccer team and missing A. “That is a great question because being sucout playing with my friends.” cessful in anything is about dealing with failure and dealing with discouragement or lack of Nash had another Q and A the next night in Seconfidence, so for me I think practice gives me attle with about 1500 Canadians on hand, includconfidence. If I’m ever struggling or not playing ing the P.G. group. well or confused, don’t quite have a rhythm or It is not commonplace for a well-known athlete/ feel comfortable with the ball, I practice. I go and celebrity to have this type of form with the public, work on my game and try to get a rhythm and especially after games, but Nash, a financial backer confidence back. When you go out in practice and of the Steve Nash Youth Basketball League in B.C., you see the ball going through the basket it starts understands the importance of public relations to give you self-belief again. And I also just try to and embraces being a role model. conceptualize things. If things don’t go well for It’s unfortunate that Nash had to “pack” it in after re-injuring his back while carrying his luggage because the Prince George kids that spoke with Be first to add to the story or read what your him remember he really didn’t have any “baggage”.
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Mudd, Sweat and Tears race set for June Make sure you tune up your washing machine. On June 13, 2015 it could get a workout. That is if you’re inclined to participate in Mudd, Sweat and Tears at the Otway Nordic Centre. Hundreds of fitness buffs, runners and adventure-seekers will descend on Prince George to compete in northern B.C.’s first obstacle course race. Mudd, Sweat and Tears Canada, an all-Canadian adventure racing company, has confirmed Prince George as the eighth city on its 2015 national schedule. Otway will have an eight-kilometre course of mud-soaked crawling, trail running, and climbing over a series of natural and signature obstacles. “As the host venue for a variety of Nordic cross-country
disciplines for the upcoming Canada Winter Games, Otway was the logical choice for a long-term race location in the area,” said John Reed of Mudd, Sweat & Tears Canada, in a press release. “The facility has a history of hosting major Nordic and running races and has the perfect mix of trails, terrain and open areas that we look for.” Otway is the perfect outdoor event destination, according to Kevin Pettersen, President of Caledonia Nordic Ski Club’s Otway Nordic Centre. “Very few locations have Photo submitted the diversity of activities and It’s going to get dirty and muddy at Otway Nordic Centre in June natural terrain that we have when the course hosts a Mudd, Sweat and Tears race. this close to the city and our will be introducing a “Get in the Mudd” program track record of hosting major which gives beginners a challenging but lessNordic, trail and mountain biking events was a extreme option at the most difficult obstacles on natural fit with Mudd, Sweat & Tears,” he said. the course. This new program makes this popular Obstacle course racing is one of the latest fitness trends to move everyone from adrenaline aficiona- format of racing more accessible to enthusiastic dos to routine health buffs. Mudd, Sweat and Tears participants starting out in a competitive environment. focuses on designing obstacles and races customRegistration for Mudd, Sweat and Tears Prince ized to the venue – from ski resorts and famous George is now open, with early-registration and landmarks to urban city centres, each course is team incentives available. For more information, chosen and designed with Canada’s ultimate outdoor adventure ranges in mind. For 2015, the MST visit www.muddsweatandtears.com.
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College Heights runners at provincial finals this weekend The College Heights Secondary girl’s crosscountry team is off to the provincials in Victoria on Nov. 1, and will be joined by one member of the school’s boy’s team. The girl’s team of Julia Babicz, Alessandra Schmid, Sheridan MacArthur, Ariel Gilbert and Kaitlyn Joyce qualified for the provincials after finishing second as a team at the North Central Zones race in Vanderhoof on the Oct. 18 weekend. Babicz was fourth overall in a time of 17 minutes and 42 seconds, finishing behind two runners from Correlieu (Quesnel) and one from Williams Lake.
Schmid was 11th overall, MacArthur 20th, Gilbert 22nd, and Joyce 25th. The team finished well behind the powerhouse Nechako Valley Secondary team from Vanderhoof, which claimed its sixth straight team title. On the boy’s side, Isaac Goodrich of College Heights qualified for the provincials after a third-place finish
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Justin Almeida, Wesley Shipton, Alex Hanson, Brendan Moore and Austin Grey had the other markers, with four of the goals coming on the power play. On Sunday it was, as Sprague said, “one bad period of hockey.” The Cougars had a 2-1 lead going into the third period, but the Royals scored six times in the period, finishing up with a 7-3 win. “We didn’t play our structure of hockey on Sunday,” Sprague said. “We gave South Island a lot of odd-man rushes and they capitalized.” Riley Coish, Steven Jandric and Chase DuBois had the Cougar goals. Allan WISHART/Free Press The split dropped the Players from the Cariboo Cougars, in white, and South Island Royals vie for an airborne puck Cougars into second during a BC Major Midget League game Sunday at Kin 1. place in the standings, in practice will get us back on the right Ice. as the Vancouver NW track,” Sprague said. “They’ll fight for every inch,” Sprague Giants swept their series to take over top The Cougars are in Trail this weekend said. “They’re always a tough team to spot. for a pair of games against the Kootenay play.” “Hopefully some hard work this week
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Cougars top Cougars for title Pair of College Heights teams play volleyball final If the players in the final game of the College Heights Spooktacular volleyball tournament on the final felt like they knew their opponents quite well, it was because they did. The College Heights Cougars Junior boys team split into two teams for the weekend, and they ended up playing each other in the final game. The team designated A1 downed A2 in straight sets, 25-17, 25-19 to claim top spot. The teams had met in round-robin play earlier in the tournament, with the same result, as the A1 team won 25-21, 25-14. The College Heights A1 team went through the tournament undefeated, ringing up four straight wins in round-robin play, then downing D.P. Todd Junior A1 25-20, 25-13 in the quarterfinals and Kelly Road Seniors 25-13, 25-14 in the semifinals. The school’s A2 team finished 2-2 in the round-robin, losing to the Duchess Park Senior team and beating PGSS and the Duchess Park Junior 1 team. They knocked off the
Duchess Park Junior A team 25-15, 22-25, 15-13 in the quarterfinals, then avenged their earlier loss to the Duchess Park Seniors by beating them 25-23, 25-21 in the semifinals. The third-place game saw Duchess Park Seniors down Kelly Road Seniors 25-19, 25-23. The College Heights Junior B team and PGSS Seniors finished tied for fifth; the Duchess Park Junior A1 team and D.P. Todd Junior A1 team were tied for seventh; and the Duchess Park Junior A2 and D.P. Todd Junior A2 teams tied for ninth. Todd At TRU The D.P. Todd Trojans Senior boys team was in Kamloops on the weekend, competing at the Thompson Rivers University Senior Howler. The Trojans finished tied for ninth in the 22-team event with a 5-1 record. Both the Trojans and College Heights boys teams will be attending the George Elliott Coyote Classic in Winfield this weekend.
Allan WISHART/Free Press Nigel Thompson of the College Heights Junior A1 team scoops a return over an attempted block by the College Heights Junior A2 team in the final of the CHSS Spooktacular Tournament on the weekend. The A1 squad won the match 25-17, 25-19.
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The Tier 1 Midget Coast Inn of the North Cougars had a very successful road trip on the weekend, including a rarity. The Cougars started the four-game swing with a scoreless tie in Kelowna, something coach Rob Millar says is very rare. “What made it even rarer was we were playing in one of the smaller rinks in the league. There were breakaways and two-on-ones, but both teams got some great goaltending.” Following that game on Friday, Oct. 24, the Cougars were back on the ice against the same opponent Saturday morning, and this time they pulled out a 3-1 win. “That was a really close game again,” Millar said. “They scored in the first period, we got that one back in the second, and then we went ahead in the third and added an empty-netter.” Playing Vernon later that same day was a real challenge for the team, he said. “Vernon was rested, they hadn’t played yet on the on the weekend, and it was out third game in, really, less than 24 hours.” The Cougars didn’t let that fatigue show early, though, as they scored four first-period goals on the way to a 5-3 win. “Fatigue kicked in when it was 5-1 in the second period,” Millar said. “We worked really hard in the third period and were able to hang on.” They got a good night’s rest before playing Vernon again on Sunday, and came out of the weekend with their third straight win, this time by a 3-2 count. “It was 3-2 going into the third period,” Millar said, “and I think the third period was one of the best periods we’ve played this season. There were a bunch of wild scrambles at the end of the game in front of our net, but we hung on.” The scary thing for the other teams in the league? Millar feels the Cougars can get better.
“We’re a little inconsistent still, I think. The players seem to be able to pick up their level of play when they need to though.” Team depth is also an advantage for the team. “We have two great goalies, six solid defensemen and 11 forwards I can play any time. Other teams tend to play two lines most of the game, so we can wear them down late.” After each game, the Cougars select a game star, who Millar says could be someone who got a big goal, a couple of assists or just worked really hard all game. On the weekend, Austin Crossley, Markus Plamondon, Jarin Suton and Carl Ewert were selected. The Cougars head back to Kelowna for a tournament, starting with a game Friday against Seafair, and continuing Saturday against Surrey and Kamloops. The next home action for the Cougars is their own tournament from Nov. 28 to 30. Millar says it’s a simple fact of life for Prince George teams. “If you’re a Tier 1 team, you’re going to be on the road a lot. The next closest tea is Kamloops.”
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Local trio skate for Games spots Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com For three skaters from the Northern B.C. Centre for Skating, it’s not just a chance to skate on their home ice. When the B.C. Yukon Sections are held at Kin 1 next week, it will be a chance for them to make the B.C. team which will be back in February for the Canada Winter Games. Emma Bajestani and Mary Chidiac will skate in Pre-Novice Ladies U16, while Justin Hampole will be in Pre-Novice Men U16. Skaters from the Novice and PreNovice levels are eligible for the Canada Winter Games. Justin is the youngest of the trio at 13, but has the most experience at this level. “This will be my fourth Sections, and my second at this level,” he said in a break from a practice Monday at Kin 1. “It’s going to be really cool to have them on our home ice.” Emma, 15, is also looking forward to competing at Kin 1, but is a little worried the home atmosphere could end up as a problem. “I wonder sometimes if we might be too comfortable skating on our own ice.” She’s also concerned that she may not be at the point in her training she thinks she should be, as she gets ready for her second trip to Sections. “I should be further along in training, I think. I had a slight case of mono over the summer, so
I lost some time there, and I’m in Grade 10 this year, which means I have Provincial exams to prepare for. “I had to cut back a little on my training, but I should be OK.” Like Emma, Mary is 15, but this is her first time at Sections. “One of the reasons I decided to compete this year was because we were hosting Sections,” she said. She’s been skating for about eight years, and says her parents got her into figure skating soon after she got onto skates. “They noticed right away that I got my balance on the skates fairly quickly, so they put me in figure skating.” The skaters from the centre have been practicing at Kin 1 on Mondays for the past few weeks, and they’ve noticed a few things that are different from their normal rink, the Elksentre. “It’s a lot warmer here than at the Elksentre,” Mary says with a laugh. “The ice surface is also so much bigger. The coaches have been pushing me to have more ice coverage in my routines.” Justin also mentions the larger ice surface, but notes another difference. “It’s definitely brighter here than at most of the other rinks. I like that.” Coach Rory Allen says he has been stressing to the skaters who will be competing at Sections how important it is to remember they’re on their home ice. “We’ve have lots of talks about how the Sections are here, and we
have to defend our turf. “It’s the same as in other sports. You want to do well at home.” He says having more ice time at Kin 1 would obviously be better for the local skaters, but that they use what they get. “We get it once a week for three hours, and we’re utilizing every minute we have.” He’s been emphasizing one point to the skaters about Kin 1. “Probably 99 per cent of the competitors have never seen Kin 1. Every ice surface is a bit different. We know it better than they do. “I was talking to a coach from Vancouver, and we were discussing things like where the judges were going to be located. It’s things like that that seem small, but they add up.” Allen says the coaches have been working to perfect the routines for the skaters, but have also been working on the mental side of things. “We tell them they’re welltrained. We tell them there will be more eyeballs watching them at the Sections, so perform the daylights out of their routines. “Figure skating is performancebased, but you’re also judged on what it looks like when you’re doing your jumps and spins.” Other skaters from the Northern B.C. Centre for Skating who will be competing at the Section Championships, which runs Nov. 6 to 9, are Reese Johnson, Jayna Mason, Myah Milner, Shelby Scott, Olivia Trampuh, Olivia Wankling and Ally Norum.
Allan WISHART/Free Press Ema Bajestani, left, Justin Hampole and Mary Chidiac of the Northern B.C. Centre for Skating will be aiming at spots on the province’s Canada Winter Games during the BC/YT Sectionals meet at Kin 1 from Nov. 6 to 9.
Spruce Kings make trade with Kings; Jeremiah Luedtke gets scholarship The Prince George Spruce Kings swapped overage players with the Powell River Kings this week. Brent Lashuk, who has been with the Spruce Kings the past two seasons, is headed to Powell River, while Jarryd Leung, who had played three seasons in Powell River, joined the Spruce Kings for their road games this week in Coquitlam and Langley. Last season, Leung had 19 goals and 35 points. This season he had five goals and 11
points in 15 games. “Jarryd is a hard-working player with a lot of skill,” Spruce Kings general manager Mike Hawes said in a press release. “He shoots the puck very well and will be a great fit for us in both ends of the rink. “He is a veteran player who has played on some really good teams in the past in Powell River.” Leung picked up his first point as a Spruce King, an assist, in Wednesday’s 3-2
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LUEDTKE GETS SCHOLARSHIP Jeremiah Luedtke has become the latest member of the Prince George Spruce Kings to receive an NCAA scholarship. Luedtke, a 20-year-old forward, has committed to join the University of Alaska Anchorage Seawolves for the 2015-16 season.
“The Spruce Kings organization is very happy for Jeremiah,” general manager Mike Hawe said in a press release. “He chose our organization a few years ago because he wanted to reach his goal of receiving an NCAA Division 1 scholarship.” Going into Thursday’s game in Langley, Luedtke had six goals and 16 assists for 22 points this season for the Spruce Kings. The Seawolves play in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association.
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