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In total, 12 teams and one person on snowshoes participated in the Saturday Sled Dog Mail Run event. However, with deteriorating weather and trail conditions and freezing rain in the forecast for Sunday, officials cancelled the run into Barkerville based on safety considerations. The mail was delivered to Barkerville on Sunday by one dog sled team to complete the mandate from Canada Post. For more coverage see Friday’s edition of the Observer. Whitney Griffiths photo

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A day on the ice This fellow enjoys the peace and tranquility of the frozen lake. Catching a fish is just a bonus for many ice fishermen. Karen Powell photo

Budget decision principles Council has referred a recommendation to the Policy and Bylaw Committee to establish a policy which addresses all budget submissions and financial requests. The recommendation suggests that these (submissions and requests) be referred to the Financial Sustainability and Audit Committee (FSAC) for analysis and that Council will make financial decisions based on a recommendation from the Financial Sustainability and Audit Committee. Council would like to ensure that it makes budgetimpacting decisions in a timely and informed manner and have sufficient and timely briefing materials so it can always make spending decisions within the context of the whole budget. The FSAC has an approved Terms of Reference, which makes it the point for all budget submissions from the public. FSAC is also the Council Standing Committee that will have the most up-to-date budget information and the most comprehensive understanding of all the internal and external pressures on Council’s annual and five-year budget.

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These Terms of Reference also require it to make budget recommendations to council that comply with council’s budget policies and procedures. nder this practice Council would remain the final decision-maker on all spending decisions,

as FSAC would bring back to council a recommendation only on every submission referred to it.

Economic grants

Council approved an application for $50,000 to Northern Development Initiative Trust for the Economic Development Capacity Building Grant for the projects listed below with the funding flowing through to Quesnel Community

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and Economic Development Corporation (QCEDC). Council further approved the application for $8,000 to Northern Development Initiative Trust for the Grant Writing Support Grant of $8,000 with the funding flowing through to Quesnel Community and Economic Development Corporation. See PAGE A4

Obituary Tribute

RULLER, SHIRLEY ANNETTE “ANNIE” 1946 - 2015

The family of Annie Ruller are sad to announce her death at Hospice House in Vernon on Sunday, January 18, 2015. We do rejoice that she is in the presence of her Lord. For 43 years she has been a loving wife to Will and mother to Kimberley Koop (Glen); Keren Ruller (Terry); Philippa Murray (Chris); Nick Ruller (Lida). She was a loving “Grandmama” to nine grandchildren. She leaves her loving husband Will, younger brother David and family in Christchurch, New Zealand and was predeceased by her parents Basil and Berenice. She also leaves many nieces and nephews along with many other family members in Ontario, New Zealand and Australia.

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A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Northstar Church, 301 North Star Road, Quesnel. In lieu of flowers, the family invite donations to Hospice House, Vernon, BC www. nohs.ca/hospice-house. Annie lived life to the fullest! In spite of her health challenges she was a tremendous inspiration to others through her boundless creativity with crochet and her constant positive attitude. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Fischer’s Funeral Services, Salmon Arm. Email condolences and share memories of Annie through her obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

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Economic Development Capacity Building Grant for 50,000 is to increase the economic development capacity of municipalities and regional districts within the region. Eligible costs include incremental salaries, incremental operational costs, consulting or contractor fees and collaborative projects with other municipalities, regional districts or First Nations Bands. Grant Writing Support for $8,000 is to assist municipalities, regional districts, and First Nations bands to build grant writing capacity and expertise that leads to direct funding for projects in the region.

The Grant Writer is required to apply for a minimum of $200,000 to support community projects. QCEDC continues to work with the non-profit and business community to support grant funds coming into Quesnel to support community activities and needs. Council believes an in-house economic development function will more directly align with its strategic plan and budget constraints. The QCEDC will be wound down by Dec. 31, 2015. The board has been replaced by an interim board of directors for the remainder of this year.

Get ready for Skyfest 2015 Quesnel Skyfest

Society gave a presentation to Council regarding the 2015 celebrations scheduled this year on August 1 – 2. The Society indicated that Quesnel will be introduced on the world’s stage through the Discovery Channel. The Airshow Series premiers on Monday, Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. and will run for 13 weeks. Quesnel will be featured in the third episode airing Monday, Feb. 9. Council approved sending a letter of support for the Quesnel Skyfest Society Grant Application for $15,000 to the Northern Development Initiative Trust under the Community Halls and Recreation Facilities Program. Council further

approved the Society’s intent to apply for funding from various sources to enable the purchase of special assets for a total of approximately $71,000 in an effort to enhance public safety and spectator experience at the airshow. Council directed the remaining requests to the Financial Sustainability and Audit Committee for consideration and recommendation to Council.

The Ride Across Canada event Council approved providing administrative and technical support to the Communities for Veterans Foundation - Ride Across Canada as well as $500 from Council Projects. Horseback riders

will journey across Canada from Victoria, B.C. beginning April 11 to Saint John’s, Newfoundland with the focus being to gather Canadian Veterans’ stories to raise awareness and provide education regarding the issue of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder of Canadian Veterans.

Other Council supported the request from the Quesnel Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group to use the River Walk for an MS walk on May 9 from 1 – 4 p.m. The walk begins and ends at Ceal Tingley Park.

Proclamations

Congratulations, Mark MacLachlan on winning the STEACIE PRIZE as top young scientist in Canada. Also for being inducted into the Royal Society of Canada. The highest honour a Canadian Scholar can achieve. Love Dad & Marnie

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Fish and wildlife licenses available online To improve service, a variety of fish and wildlife applications will be available online only effective Monday, Feb. 2, Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson announced Friday. The latest permits to move online include: • Angling guide, game guide outfitters and transporters’ licences; • Export permits; • Transportation permits for endangered species, rainbow trout and farmed sturgeon; • Scientific fish collection permits; • Fur trade and trapping licences; and • Various permits

specifically required under the Wildlife Act, including permits for: possessing dead wildlife or wildlife parts; capturing, possessing or importing live wildlife; rehabilitating injured wildlife; and operating a vehicle in an area closed under the act. Hunting and fishing licences will continue to be sold through retailers. Fishing licences will still be available online. FrontCounter B.C. is the integrated, onestop service for clients of B.C.’s natural resource ministries and agencies. For applications and further information,

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Q-City Page A feature highlighting meetings, proposals and events important to Quesnel residents.

DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY Lot 48-51 at 490 Lewis Drive – sold as one package – 2015 Assessment $40,000 Lot SL33 at 1702 Dyke Road – 2015 Assessment $17,800 The City of Quesnel invites interested parties to submit a sealed bid/offer on City owned lots located at 490 Lewis Drive and 1702 Dyke Road. Building conditions apply on these lots. Please contact the City of Quesnel Development Services Department for information. Both lots are part of Strata Corporations. The properties are being sold on a “as is, where is” basis. Sealed bids in a clearly marked envelope reading “Sale of 48-51 of 490 Lewis Drive” or “Sale of SL33, 1702 Dyke Road” will be accepted at the front counter of City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 until Friday January 30, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. At that time, there will be a public opening for both properties. The City of Quesnel reserves the right to refuse any or all offers submitted on these properties including the highest offer. Inquiries regarding this property may be directed to Kari Bolton, Director of Corporate and Financial Services during office hours at 250-992-2111.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The City of Quesnel is seeking to fill the following positions:

SERVICE REP/CLERK I (casual) Competition No. 15-03. Application deadline is February 5, 2015 at 4:00 p.m.

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t first glance, the idea to ban parents from the hockey rink may sound ridiculous. It happened this week when a Vancouver Island minor hockey association announced they were considering banning people in the stands for a weekend to send a message to incorrigible parents squawking at refs and players on the ice. On second glance, it may just be a good idea. Especially after finding out that Penticton parents ended up in fisticuffs with the opposing teams’ fans at a tournament in Salmon Arm last weekend. It started with a disagreement over a penalty called by the ref and ended with a physical confrontation. This despite the Salmon Arm Minor Hockey Association saying they make efforts at the beginning of the season to teach parents abuse of officials, players (and we guess next season will include fellow spectators) is not acceptable. This isn’t a one-off in the world of minor hockey either. In November, a restraining order was placed on a woman who was harassing the Kootenay Ice (WHL), Detroit Red Wings (NHL) and others about her sons’ hockey careers. Earlier this month a Burnaby hockey dad was given a conditional discharge and 12 months probation for threatening a minor hockey player all of nine-years old. One blogger posted a video this week (date of its origin unknown) shot from the stands of a minor hockey game. A parent, from Florida, suddenly stands up in a rage over a ref’s decision and smashes his hand against the glass shattering it. At least one parent commented, “Way to go Paul. That’s classy.” So maybe having a no spectator weekend might put things into perspective for the parents who dish out thousands of dollars in gear, travel and fees for their kids to play hockey. Hockey is there for kids to participate in organized sport, make friends and have fun. What fun is it when you have to embarrassingly hang your head low on the ice or in the dressing room when your parents are the ones screaming from the stands? For the sake of the kids, volunteers and referees, keep it classy. –BP

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hen the B.C. government last resorted to shooting wolves from helicopters in the 1980s, an emotional public outcry forced a retreat. In the B.C. tradition, sensation-seeking urban media and protesters led the way. An outraged reporter named Pamela Martin marched a BCTV crew off the road near Fort St. John to expose this presumed crime against nature. With a metre of snow and temperatures dipping to -40, they didn’t get far, but public sentiment was aroused enough for politicians to overrule wildlife biologists. This winter, while snow reveals the wolves’ location from the air, the choppers and rifles are out again. And my heart goes out to the biologists and First Nations hunters who face this grim task. The South Selkirk mountain caribou herd, which ranges between B.C., Idaho and Washington, has been the target of intensive conservation efforts by governments on both sides of the border. Six of the remaining 18 animals now wear radio collars. There were 46 in

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livestock while preserving the wolf as apex predator in most of its wide range. This context is seldom reported by Vancouver media, which mostly sees its role not as explaining issues but rather embarrassing whatever political party is in power and providing an uncritical platform for the stop-logging-mining-energy crowd, which is seen as popular with urban viewers. Remember the spotted owl, with the fringe of its range extending into southern B.C.? Our branch-plant enviros marketed that one for years. Its core habitat is Washington and Oregon, where many sawmills were shuttered to “save” them. Now they’re shooting invasive barred owls, which have emerged as a greater threat to spotted owls than logging. Context is important. I suppose we’ll never know what difference the 1980s wolf kill would have made if it hadn’t been shouted down for TV ratings and urban enviro-donations. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca.

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seamless bush and deep snow. Snowmobiles and even back-country skiers can shift the balance. Smithersarea outdoor enthusiasts are currently being urged to stay away from the Telkwa Mountains, where the caribou herd is down to fewer than 20 animals. Local hunting and snowmobile clubs have observed a ban on motorized travel since 2003, but of course there will always be yahoos who chase animals for fun. A mountain caribou recovery plan was implemented in 2007, protecting 2.2 million hectares from logging and road-building, including most of the core habitat of the South Selkirk herd. The Nature Conservancy of Canada bought 550 square kilometres in that region to protect habitat. Strategies include transplanting animals from healthier to weaker herds to increase genetic diversity and capturing and penning females with young calves to keep them from being picked off by wolves. The B.C. grey wolf population averages around 8,500, with managed hunting and trapping to protect

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In the misty morning Although not welcomed by drivers, the misty fog certainly enhances this bucolic scene of a farm in winter. Karen Powell photo

Radiation part of Columbia legacy Editor: Re: U.S. ripping us off on water (B.C. Views, Jan. 7). Not mentioned in Tom Fletcher’s article is the ongoing leaching of radioactive waste from the Hanford nuclear weapons site into the Columbia River, which can drift north into B.C. fish-bearing waters.

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This is public knowledge in the U.S., but not well known to the B.C. public. Hanford is the most contaminated site in the U.S. and the most expensive toxic site to clean up, even more so than Love Canal. It was the Second World War’s largest secret site for concentrating radioactive material for

the Hiroshima bomb. PBS had a recent program on how sick the workers are still getting due to exposure while cleaning up this site. In 1995, some of the 45,000 scientists and engineers Ottawa laid off were relocated to Canadian universities as adjunct and associate professors. However,

It was the Second World War’s largest secret site for concentrating radioactive material for the Hiroshima bomb. the directorates, such as Inland Waters from 1970 to 1990, which oversaw

national standards for water quality and hydrology, were closed. So the fragmented remains of Canadian research survive at our universities and the ‘national’ health and safety standards for humans, fish, animals, etc. downloaded or extinguished since 1995, especially since 2001.

Hanford is the worst case for both our salmon, animals and humans. After 70 years, Hanford is still affecting Pacific Northwest fish regardless of Columbia’s hydrology. The Columbia River Treaty is not just about the lost economic opportunity costs. Susan Rowntree Victoria, B.C.

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Annie Gallant

Birds of a feather get counted American Goldfinch

Lifestyles Editor

Common Redpoll

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Birders struggle on 2015 count, lowest species count since 1998

hings were looking pretty good leading up to this years count. A forecast of 10cm of snow on count day would normally be ideal for bringing our feathered friends to feeders. Perhaps a sustained spell of cold weather, with temps ranging from -10C to -25C, and some periods of ‘ice-rain’ had forced many birds south in search of a milder climate. That was the view of our Ornitholo-Meteorologist, Jack Bowling. I didn’t get much time to go scouting this year. As I was driving around the day before the count, I realized something was very wrong. I called Brian Murland and said, “There is something really wrong here. I’ve been out for hours and all I’ve seen is half-a-dozen ravens, and I heard chickadees twice.” Brian mentioned that he’d been out, and found topped-up feeders with no birds. Gulp. Anyway, all was set for the count. Then, we suddenly received two catastrophic knockout blows. Two of our Prince George crew pulled-out citing concerns about road conditions and

getting back to P.G. Then another two P.G. birders dropped-out citing electrical problems with their vehicle. These folks aren’t just your average birders, they are really good birders and make our count viable. Quesnel has a lot of folks with a casual interest in birds, but few seem to take that next step into craziness. I issued a three-line whip to meet at Tim Horton’s on Front Street, to see if there was some way we could stretch ourselves as thin as a rail. I was thinking to myself, if Jack Bowling and Brien McGaughey arrive, from Prince George, we could still make some sort of attempt at a count, but if they don’t? After a tense wait, Jack and Brien arrived. They’d planned ahead and stayed in Quesnel overnight. Birders convened, coffee in hands. I asked Sally Hofmeier and Yvonne Wentzel if they could take-on Dragon Zone. Sally looked as if I’d sentenced her to death. I asked Jack and his team if they could cover both sides of the Quesnel River, leaving out the north section of Red Bluff and they were game for the challenge.

Team Murland agreed to cover West Village and West Fraser. We were still left with one zone without coverage, Richbar. I had telephoned some key feederwatchers in that zone and they were ready to watch for birds. Luckily, Steve Smith had a few hours free on count day, jumped into his vehicle and hit the road. My cell phone rang. It was Steve. “I’m on Dogwood, and I’ve got a few Pine Grosbeaks, but it’s dead here.” I replied, “I know, Steve. I was there yesterday. It’s totally dead in that area. Just get down to Kersley and Loloff Crescent. “They’re the best areas in that zone. And there has been a Blue Jay hanging out at Bruce Paterson’s place on Lust Rd. It’s the place next to Red Bluff Community Hall.” Steve came back with, “Okay, I’m on my way.” (This is a consistent feature of a CBC, examples of great spirit in the face of adversity). It snowed steadily most of the day. There wasn’t much out there in terms of numbers, but there were some great finds and the usual contingent

(perhaps more than usual) of missing species. A congenial atmosphere at tally-up (thanks to Manfred Roschitz and Brian Murland for updating the tally-sheet) with everybody swapping stories and enjoying the potluck. (Thanks to Tracy Bond of Baker Creek Enhancement Society for the use of the Nature Centre). Dan Broderick kindly provided a prize for the best story of the day. The prize was a link-kit for camera to scope, and it was awarded to Brian Murland for his Great Blue Heron story. Some friends of Brian on Dyke Road had mentioned seeing a Great Blue Heron by the Fraser River. On their way in from the count, Brian and Sheila decided to swing-by the back of West Park Mall, in the remote chance there might be a Great Blue Heron and there was a Great Blue Heron posing by Baker Creek. I bet they laughed out loud. Jerry McFetridge related a few good stories and I jokingly said to Brian, “right, give me that prize back.” As it happens, it was the wrong size kit for Brian’s gear, so Brian presented the prize to Jerry, who

looked really happy to receive it. Thanks so much to everyone who joinedin with the CBC. I felt a tremendous sense of relief that, given the circumstances, we’d actually managed a count.

TALLY Mallard 13 Green-winged Teal 1 Ruffed Grouse 31 Great Blue Heron 1 Bald Eagle 34 Rough-legged Hawk 1 Rock Pigeon 116 Eurasian CollaredDove 3 Northern Pygmy-Owl 1 Great Grey Owl 1 Downy Woodpecker 45 Hairy Woodpecker 43 Three-toed Woodpecker 1 Northern Flicker 87 Pileated Woodpecker 26 Northern Shrike 3 Grey Jay 1 Steller’s Jay 3 Black-billed Magpie 12 American Crow 232 Common Raven 456 Black-capped Chickadee 548 Mountain Chickadee 10 Red-breasted Nuthatch 27 White-breasted Nuthatch 3 Brown Creeper 5 Golden-crowned Kinglet 1

Varied Thrush 2 American Robin 1 European Starling 100 Bohemian Waxwing 246 Song Sparrow 5 Dark-eyed Junco 57 Brewer’s Blackbird 36 Pine Grosbeak 42 House Finch 24 Common Redpoll 142 Pine Siskin 9 American Goldfinch 115 Evening Grosbeak 87 House Sparrow 4 Total # birds 2,575 Total # species 41 No record high counts were made. The species count is the lowest since 1998. The bird count is the lowest since 1997. The Great Blue Heron was the first since 2006. Rock Pigeons are 10 per cent of their former population. European Starlings have crashed since a record 2,761 in 2007 and 508 last year. Bohemian Waxwings left town early. American Goldfinch remained close to the record of 131 set last year. House Sparrows almost vanished, crashing from a record high of 366 in 2010 and from only 37 last year to four birds, the lowest tally since they appeared on a Quesnel CBC in 1995. – submitted by Adrian Leather

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LIFESTYLES

Necessity certainly was mother of invention for Dale Brown

lthough passable but Dale sometimes has to Brown’s get out on the road motorized chair briefly when not has been a common plowed but realizes sight in Quesnel, the danger here. He people still take a made short skis by second look when cutting a pair of skis they see a small from a bicycle tire enclosed electric cart in half and using a scooting around bungee cord to hold town. Since putting it together. He finds together this mode an improvement this of transportation winter so far from three years ago it last when he was has enabled him to in touch with City get out and about Maintenance several even in snowy times. conditions. He is now His cart as he calls working on a design it has been called a where two sheets number of things of coroplast for including a bank probably $40 that machine. It was could be used to designed after a tin fold away or set Lizzie and took him up similar to a doll five or six months house. Although from May until the he made the chair end of September to out of necessity, his complete three years brother suggested ago. With help of he make a blueprint friend Mike Nelson to help others to they found suitable make a chair for material at the local themselves. dump including a From the time For Dale Brown creating this adapted scooter preserved his Dale was 11 and composting unit. mobility. Annie Gallant photo a half years old he His only expense was $2 for plastic has had a problem For some time Dale holding the cab to his walking. His parents for windows and 50 had this in mind and chair and can easily cents for rear trunk. thought he had polio thought it must be use it in his house. Sharron Mindel of at first until a doctor possible to make a It was necessary to Salvation Army gave discovered he had cart. He has long make the top slightly him a box for the perthess that almost narrower to allow front. The entire chair been of the opinion exclusively affects there is no such thing for the width of side is plastic but looks boys. As far as he as can’t. He felt that mirrors. Most of the like metal. The metal knows they don’t if he had to stay chair is an adjustable frame is actually a know the cause. He at home all day he two feet wide with a metal clothes horse. spent some time in would go insane. heated cushion, lights, Vancouver Childrens’ When he got the cart He cut pieces of windshield wipers – in early spring he Hospital. Because his material on the floor the same length as a realized it needed a left leg was four and and in essence built a Smart Car. It is valued a half inches shorter cover for protection at $10,000 before the than the other he has from chilly winds. He car. He measured the width so that it would roof. PG Surgmed has two splints but is describes himself as take up no more than made every effort to a born collector and unable to walk very half the width of maintain his chair. didn’t even have to far. the sidewalk. There Much of the time buy screws and nails. Although very are only two screws Dale finds sidewalks

limited in his activities, painting, doing sculptures, writing poetry and songs while playing his guitar have been a big part in his life. One of his songs was featured on the radio ‘Clearly Canadian’ music. He plays with Lynda Ritter and Mike Nelson in the Fraser River Band having performed for 13 of the 15 years at the Quesnel Fall Fair and other venues. He also served on the Fall Fair board of directors for one year. It was a thrilling experience when he and his brother Terry heard one of his songs

The Salvation Army operates a soup kitchen Tuesday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Warrior’s Song Cafe. Here Candice Valois stirs the soup of the day. Annie Gallant photo

Samantha excelled with honours in B.C. choir and played fiddle in the Old Time Fiddlers. Music has helped them gain self confidence and provided much enjoyment. Dale is very proud of his girls. Now at the age of 58 Dale is grateful for his lot in life, the ability to use what talents he has been given and the great support of friends and family. –submitted by Ruth Scoular

Stork Report

HUNT Newly engaged parents Amy Mack and Daniel Hunt are proud to announce the birth of their son Miles Davis Hunt on Jan. 12, 2015 at 9:14 a.m. Miles weighed eight pounds and six ounces and 20 inches long.

STOBART

Feeding the hungry

on the radio. Seeking a lifestyle in the country Dale and his wife and daughters Natasha, Samantha, and Sadie moved here from Prince George 15 years ago and got a place on Bluestone Road. Then Lady Luck intervened and brought them into town after a time. Music has also been an important part in the lives of his daughters. They, too, have written songs and

Big brother Colton and his parents Mike and Penny Stobart would like to announce the arrival of Colton’s new little sister Kori on Jan. 20, 2015 at 8:24 a.m. weighing seven pounds and seven ounces. A special thanks to Drs. MacDonald, Stalls and Grapes and all the fantastic nursing staff, with an extra thanks to Melissa.

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with Lee-Anne Williams B.Sc. (Pharm) Couples having difficulty conceiving a child and are smokers are being told to stop smoking. Studies have shown that there was a 64% rise in miscarriages where either husband or wife smoked 1-2 packs of cigarettes per day. You’ve heard the expression “you’re all wet!”? It’s true that the human body is made up largely of water. Our bones are 20% water. Our brain is 70% water while our blood contains 80% water. On average we contain about 57% water and about 60 elements found in chemistry’s periodic table. Great design! Heels are susceptible to painful cracking. This is due to excessively dry skin and continually being subjected to friction and pressure. There are some good products to help control this condition. Talk to our pharmacists for advice on how to heal (sorry!) this problem. When receiving a new prescription, patients often ask their pharmacist if they can have a drink of wine or other alcoholic beverages. It does depend on the drug. We will ensure you are made aware of significant interactions and remind you with an auxiliary label on your prescription bottle. You always want to get the best effect with the least side effects from your medication. Our pharmacists will help you reach this goal.

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Make a dream come true

Tax help Rotary Club of Quesnel 2014-15 presidentelect Steve Vrolyk, left, presents Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) representative Del Cyr with a cheque for $300 for supplies for the upcoming income tax season. CVITP works with low income people to file their tax returns.

Help former Quesnel resident Laura Jayne Ketchum aka Jayne Dean pursue her dream in the Miss Viva Las Vegas Pinu-Up Model contest by going online and voting for Jayne Dean. She currently is sitting seventh and needs to be sixth or better to be on stage and in contention for the title. Visit www.vivalasvegas.net and follow the prompts to vote.

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Brothers Darby and Erin Yule are making a name for themselves in the West Coast music scene. Cotnributed photo

The Statistics to play the Occidental The Occidental Hotel welcomes The Statistics to their stage Jan. 30, doors open at 8:30 p.m., show begins at 9 p.m. The Statistics (Darby and Erin Yule) are brothers from Prince George, B.C. These northern boys took up music at an early age and were soon playing in shows and venues all around the region. Quickly, they realized that music is not only fun but it speaks to

people on a level the Yule brothers never thought imaginable. With that in mind, they created The Statistics. Now, The Statistics step onstage every time with their hearts on their sleeves and the electricity of the audience pumping through their veins that give the audience a reason to listen. Though still a young band, these newcomers are making a name for themselves as one of the most

The family of

DaviD Gareth Daniels sadly announce his peaceful passing at home on January 19th, 2015. A private service will take place at a later date. Those wishing to honour David's memory by way of donation may do so to the charity of their choice. Clayton's Funeral Director's entrusted with arrangements

hardworking, professional and down to earth bands on the West Coast scene today.They are credited with a successful release of their new EP Haunts, three successful B.C. Wide Tours, a feature in Monster Energy/Warped Tour’s magazine Warped

Watch, Recording at Fadermountain Sound Studios (formerly Little Mountain, The Factory) with Producer Paul Boechler, performing with illScarlett, The Envy, Acres of Lions, Krome, Bend Sinister, Kingsfoil and 40 Sons.

It is with heavy hearts and sadness that we announce the passing of

Angelo BolzAn,

after his courageous battle with cancer, on January 20, 2015.

Angelo leaves behind his loving wife, Fern. He was predeceased by Romeo. Thank you to the many physicians who cared for Angelo over the years, with special gratitude to Dr. H. Smith, as well to all the Staff at GR Baker Hospital, who shared in the care and needs of Angelo. At Angelo’s request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, or to a charity of your choice. Clayton’s Funeral Directors entrusted with arrangements.

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Seniors Centre Society get their first look at new executive Seniors’ Centre Society installed their new executive. Front row, left to right: Carol Krasniuk, secretary; Marion Gordon, director; Helene Boudreau, first vice-president; Dee Adams, booking agent; Lil Peterson, director; Russ Penhalem, director; back row, left to right: Doug Service, director; Marj Hessels, treasurer; Adrian Monych, director; Rae Daggitt, president. City Councillor John Brisco installed the executive. Missing from the photo is Ab McQuillan, director. Whitney Griffiths photo

Community Calendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC... MONDAY

TUESDAY

THURSDAY

WINTER OUTERWEAR FOR KIDS AND ADULTS now being accepted at Super Suds Laundromat, 415 McLean St. Cleaned items will be available at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Quesnel, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. For information call 250992-7257.

SENIORS ADVOCACY SERVICE will be servicing the community at City HallMain Floor, left hand side for the month of February, hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m..To book an appointment call Susan, 250-991-9664.

QUESNEL FILM CLUB PRESENTS PRIDE Feb. 5, 6:30 p.m. Carib Theatre. Tickets are $9 (reg. admission) and $7 (seniors.) For information call 250-7477422 or 250-7473979.

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But the hour comes and now is when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth. God is a spirit and they must worship him in spirit and in truth. Please join us.

Call 747-3178. Ask for Kim.

WEDNESDAY QUESNEL LIVE ARTS PRESENTS HARPOONIST and THE AXE MURDERER Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m., Chuck Mobley Theatre. Tickets available at Save-On Foods, Green Tree Health, at the door or in advance by calling 250-747-2207. Cost is $25/show/ each (adult) or $20/ show/each (seniors and youth.)

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY invited people to a meeting in Quesnel Library meeting room Feb. 26, 3 – 4 p.m. where Del Cyre will discussion Community Volunteer Income Tax Program which helps low income people of all ages and backgrounds, free of charge.

SATURDAY QUESNEL WINTER CARNIVAL Feb. 7, West Fraser

Timber Park, Gates open at noon, opening ceremonies at 1:30 p.m. Fireworks at 5:15 p.m., Crazy Toque (toque supplied), winter pin, face painting, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, country walk, skating on the pond, sledding, geo cashing, find the avalanche beacon, ringette, goalie shootout, curling. Hot beverages, s’mores, bannock, seniors’ shack, checkers, meet Jay Durant from Global BCTV. ATTENTION BC RESIDENT HUNTERS, Town Hall meeting Jan. 31, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Quesnel Legion hall. Important meeting regarding BC Government wildlife

allocation policy changes. All welcome. For information contact Terry Street, 778-465-2277 or Ken Last, 250-9910215. QUESNEL ART GALLERY PRESENTS THE OPENING RECEPTION FOR THE FEBRUARY SHOW, Art from the Heart, an open show featuring work in a variety of disciplines, Feb. 7, 1 – 3 p.m. The show will include an 8x8 Silent Auction. Show runs throughout February at 500 North Star Road - Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation Centre. For more information call 250-991-4014, or visit www.quesnelartgallery.com.

FIRST ST. PATRICKS DAY PACE AND PINT 5km walk or run around the Riverfront Trail, March 14, 11 a.m. (start and finish at the Cariboo Hotel). Entry fees are $25 (before Feb. 28) or $30 (after March 1) Registration at Reason2Run, 424A Reid Street, 250-992-2786 or Healthy Transformations, Maple Park Mall, 250-991-2213. All proceeds to Quesnel Cancer Care Unit. LIONS CLUB GARAGE SALE, the last Saturday of every month at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hot dogs and coffee available.

ONGOING EVENTS QUESNEL TOASTMASTERS Wednes-

days, from 7 – 9 p.m. at CNC. It’s a great way to get connected. Contact Ruby at 250-747-1180 or rubydksn@telus.net BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meets last Thursday of the month, noon at the Legion, 11:45 a.m. for a luncheon meeting. For information call Vi, 250747-1130 or Cora, 250-992-9344.

Meetings and Special Events, Workshops, Signups and Non-proﬁt Groups will run in the Sunday or Wednesday edition. The deadline for the Wednesday Observer is Monday at noon, and the deadline for the weekend edition is Wednesday at 5 pm. All meeting notices and regular submissions to Community Calendar must be renewed every three months. Due to the volume of material, we clear the column every three months and only print newly submitted material.

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Grace and pose The Quesnel Figure Skating club hosted Cariboo North Central Region (CNCR) championships over the weekend at the Twin Arenas. Skaters from across the region came into town skates laced, costumes donned ready to face the competition. For results see future Observer. For more photos see B12.

Karen Powell photo

Waveriders make a splash at home WHITNEY GRIFFITHS Observer Reporter The Waveriders took on the competition at home, hosting their first swim meet of the season Jan. 17 – 18. “The Waveriders first swim meet was a huge success due to the massive help of our entire team’s family, friends and the Quesnel pool staff,” coach Jerritt Brink said. “Angie Swyers and Linda Currie organized an extremely well put together event. It was very impressive.” Brink also credits the help of Williams Lake’s Scott McCreight for the stroke and turn and Marlyin King from Prince George who severed as referee. “Both provided their skills and patience to help make this a great experience,” Brink explained. Though the entire event

was a massive success, Brink highlighted some of the more memorable moments at the meet. Some of the highlights included Billy Swyers qualifying for ‘AAA’ the highest provincial level of competition, Emerie Watson swimming in for first place in seven out of her eight events and qualifying for AA provincials this February. Finally a favourite amount the Waveriders and their coach was the relay event. “The senior 4x50 free relay really wowzer’d me,” Brink said. “The team of Natasha Hanson, Brad Swyers, Sonny Cervienka and Garnet Currie did the 200m in one minute and 55 seconds.” Many of the Waveriders took to the podium to received medals when the weekend of swimming came to it’s end. Taking the bronze for the

The pool cleared and the flags up the Quesnel rec centre was ready for the Waveriders first swim meet of the season. Contributed photo.

girls 10 and under in the 250m freestyle was Lainey Van Home. In the 10 and under 200m individual medley bronze for the girls went to Gavin Currie. For the boys Luca Armstrong took home the gold, with silver going to Austin Novak.

For aggregate medals, Natasha Hanson’s efforts earned her gold for the 14 – 15-year-old girls. The Waveriders competing in the 11-year-old boys category dominated the swim meet with Billy Swyers taking silver

overall and Leif Brandson winning gold. Brandson, who previously swam with the Williams Lake team, was thrilled to take on and win against his old swim team. See PAGE A16

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SPORTS Sub-Regional Budget Engagement Sessions

South Cariboo

Oak Gardens face off

Jan. 26 – 100 Mile Council Chambers - 5 p.m. Presentations at 5 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Central Cariboo & Chilcotin Jan. 29 – CRD Board Room (Williams Lake) - 5 p.m. Presentations at 5 p.m. & 6 p.m.

North Cariboo Jan. 31– Quesnel Library – 1 p.m. Presentations at 1 p.m. & 2 p.m. During these community engagement sessions, the CRD will be seeking input on the 2015 budget and five-year financial plan for the Board to consider prior to the budget’s adoption on March 27. Residents will also have an opportunity to provide feedback about services provided in your area.

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Pre-register to attend the meeting via webinar by emailing communications@cariboord.ca. A link and login information will be sent to you prior to the meeting.

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Entry deadline is January 30, 2015 Fill out this form and return it along with a photo of your baby born between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014 or email info and photo to classifieds@quesnelobserver.com. This will be a very popular edition and your children or grandchild can be included for only $17.00 includes $2.25 e-edition fee and GST.

So start looking for that special photo now. Pictures will be published in our February 6th edition.

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The junior A Salmon Arm Silverbacks skated into town on their way back from a match in Prince George. Though this was the first time on the outdoor ice for almost all of the players it was well known for former Quesnel local Byrden Marsh. Marsh has been skating with the Silverback for more than three years, hockey has always been in this skaters blood with his elder brother having played for the Quesnel Millionaires. It was a quick stop home and then back on the road for more games for Marsh. Whitney Griffiths

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Several of the Waveriders celebrate together with their medals. Back row, left to right: Natasha Hanson, Emerie Watson, Leif Brandson, Garnet Currie, Brad Swyers and Logan Godsoe. Middle row, left to right: Billy Swyers, Austin Novak, Gavin Currie and Luca Armstrong. Front: Braden Novak.

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From A14 For the 14–15-yearold boys, gold went to Garnet Currie with fellow Waverider Brad Swyers following close behind to take the silver medal. Taking silver in the 16 and over category was Sonny Cervienka. For the team their were many milestones, personal best times achieved at this event, which made for a

memorable meet. For Austin Novak it was getting the chance to swim with his younger brother Braden Novak. Getting six personal best times was only one of the highlights for Waverider Logan Godsoe. It was the first meet for Waverider Shazia Fillion, tying with fellow Waverider Darby made for an exciting highlight for Fillion. For Grace Currie the

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We would like to say we are truly grateful for all your love, donations & fundraisiers given to our granddaughter “Laurel” and to her mom Michelle & dad Shawn. It truly is amazing. Thank you all so much. Bless all of you!

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We would like to thank the kindness of people from quesnel, for all the help and support we received in finding our puppy Delyla. Our puppy was lost after our truck crashed, without your help we would not have been reunited. Words can not describe how thankful we are for the help we received, but we can do better by paying it forward to others in need.

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#8518 - NEAT 2 BEDROOM FULL BASEMENT HOME ON A corner lot in Wells. Close to everything. Listed for $90,000.00 Call Lorne today @ 250 992 0146

#8533 - IMMACULATE HOME IN ADULT PARK. Many extras including paved driveway, covered deck, gas f/p, carport, wheelchair accessibility. 2 bedroom + den with 3 piece ensuite, large rec room with n/g fireplace, new roof. Listed for $112,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8547 - EXECUTIVE HOME ON THE FRASER RIVER. New hard wood floors on main, granite countertops and roof all in last year! On demand hot water, high efficency furnace and a heat pump. 4 bedrooms up with a fully equiped theatre room over the garage. Huge master bedroom overlooking the manicured & fenced yard to the Mighty Fraser.... Listed for $350,000.00 Call Ray today @ 250 991 2787

#8563 - JUST MOVE IN! 3 bedroom 2 bathrooms. Central location. Close to schools & shopping. Park close by. Clean & good condition. Gas fireplace. Quick possession. Listed for $139,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8545 - FULLY RENOVATED HOME WITH LEGAL SUITE in basement. Tile and laminate flooring throughout. Main house has 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, large covered deck and fireplace. Legal suite in basement has 3-4 bedrooms, covered patio, seperate parking and 2 entrances. Garage was enclosed and made into additional living space. Close to schools and shopping. Listed for $199,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8556 - NEAT 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH MFG HOME IN GOOD park. Master bedroom with 4 piece ensuite. New dishwasher. Garden shed. Motivated seller. Listed for $79,000.00 Call Lorne today @ 250 992 0146

#8472 - THIS COMFORTABLE FAMILY HOME situated on 5.99 acres boasts many extras! 3 bay 32x32 shop, guest cabin, green house, covered patio, chicken coop, hayshed and more. Beautiful master suite and plenty of space for home owner who needs room inside and out. Listed for $325,000.00 Call Ray today @ 250 991 2787

#8517 - A VIEW FROM THE TOP! Enjoy penthouse living in this 3 bedroom 2 bath unit. Close to everything. Secure parking & extra storage. In-floor heating. includes 5 newer appliances. Bright & sunny. Listed for $110,000.00 Call Ray today at 250 991 2787

#8479 - PRIVATE BACK YARD WITH GREEN SPACE BEHIND is just one of the many favourable features of this family friendly home in Southills. 3 bedrooms & 3 baths with room for another bedroom in fully finished basement. Nice deck & patio, double garage, paved driveway, 2 N/G fireplaces. Air conditioning, fenced yard and more! Listed for $229,900.00 Call Ray today for more details @ 250 991 2787

#8537 - VERY GOOD BUILDING LOT. SEASONAL CREEK runs through property. Lightly treed. Corner lot. Your new house could face any direction. Priced to sell at $28,000.00 Call Archie today for details @ 250 992 8818

#8448 - THIS 176 ACRES WOULD MAKE AN EXCELLENT hobby farm. The old highway used to run through the property. Part of property is zoned ALR. The majority is zoned RA. A creek runs through the eastern portion of the lot. One corner touches Dunkley Rd. Property used to have a house. Was $139,000.00 NOW ONLY $119,000.00 Call Archie today @ 250 992 8818

#6999 - FLAT & LEVEL - JUST ABOUT 1 ACRE OF INDUSTRIAL lot, flat & level land located in the City’s Industrial park. $45,000. Call Archie today @ 250 992 8818.

#8445 - THIS IS A 5 ACRE LOT IN PARK RIDGE SUBDIVISION. A creek runs through the lot. Lightly treed. Could be an excellent site for your home. Listed for $28,000.00 Call Archie today @ 250 992 8818

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Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Quesnel Realty

Leslie Johnson

Ph. 250-992-6032 C.250-991-9405

Bobbi Momer

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

www.quesnelobserver.com B7

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Leslie Johnson

355 St. Laurent Ave. 250-992-7202

Ph. 250-992-6032 C.250-991-9405

Bobbi Momer

Cell. 250-991-9063

William Lacy

Cell. 250-991-9063 4798 - SPACIOUS, FAMILY HOME with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms on a private 1.72 acres located in the Bouchie Lake area. Large country kitchen with built-in appliances, huge family room with wood fireplace. Large yard with breezeway and attached single garage. Unfinished basement and home are awaiting for the right owner to put those finishing touches and make this home a dream home! Give William a call today. $191,430

4797 - FAMILIES GROW HERE! Give your family all they could ask for with this fully-finished, well-looked-after home. Ideally located, half-acre professionally-landscaped yard helps soothe life’s challenges and offers room to run. Open kitchen w/eating area, formal D/R, tons of cabinets and countertop space, overlooking the fenced backyard. Formal living room is there when needed, and the cozy family room. 4 bdrms up, 2 full baths up, 2-pc on the main as well as 1 off the rec room downstairs. Space for entertaining, family living and just laying back. Call Leslie or Claudia today. $349,900

4796 - DRAGON LAKE VIEW AND BEYOND! This custom built 2-storey charmer is near new and has every feature you can imagine, yet still feels cozy. From the eating area to the cook’s delight kitchen, to the family room, spacious sundeck, you will see the beauty of the lake and mountains. Formal dining and living space is here as well, all bathed in natural light and comfort. The upstairs master bedroom has its private deck and an ensuite with soaker tub and separate shower. The walk-in closet tucks everything neatly away. It’s a keeper!! Call Claudia or Leslie today! $419,500

4792 - MAKE YOUR MARK IN SOUTH HILLS on this prime 0.80 acre lot on full city services. Plenty of room for large family home and shop with leftover room to roam. Just steps away from schools, churches, recreation, restaurants and much more. Not many building sites left to choose from in this timeless neighbourhood. Call Jasper for more details regarding building scheme and buildable square footage. Vendor financing available O.A.C. $69,900.00

4790 - 3.8 ACRE PROPERTY ZONED Heavy Industrial(M3) with service buildings located in North Quesnel. Currently operating as a livestock auction market(not being sold as operating business). Main auction facility building is 2439 sq. ft. and incl. office, viewing area, washrms and public meeting area. Also a large barn (134’x22’) used for hay storage and holding pens. Outside metal gates, pens, weighing scale, squeeze, woodshed, loading ramps and wood stove in public area not included in listing price. Items are negotiable directly with Seller. Call Bob Granholm today! $99,000.00

William Lacy

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-5792

Bob Marsh

Cell. 250-983-5003

Terri Matula

4787 - 2.6 ACRES IN THE CITY, in a very private and convenient location! The potential here is unbelievable for the price. Over 4000 sq ft of space. Main home has all that the executive home design needs, as well as the potential for an in-law suite. The garage has been transformed into a two bedroom suite, so get someone else to pay your mortgage. There is plenty of room to build that shop, if that is a concern. Call William today! $264,900

4785 - FAMILY FRIENDLY HOME IN GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD. Quietly located on flat usable, fenced 1/2 acre lot close to school & shopping. Three bedrooms on main with ample space for more in the basement. Two fireplaces - one gas, one wood. Basement can be finished as you like. Newer HE furnace & hot water tank. Single carport, RV storage, greenhouse & storage sheds sums up this awesome package. Call Terri today! $194,900

4784 - THE WORK HAS BEEN DONE FOR YOU AND THE FAMILY TO ENJOY! Finished up and down. Updated throughout. Windows on main are 2 years old. Asphalt roofing (1.5 yrs). Dining room addition (1997)-all to code (inspected)-info on file. Kitchen redone 4-5 yrs ago..cast iron sink plus pantry. Updated main bath. Midefficiency furnace in 2007. Basement w/fam room & bedrm. 3 pc bath. Rear, grnd-level deck to very private, fenced backyard. Deck wired for hot tub. Storage shed w new roof. Front Allan Block wall w steps to house. Vinyl siding. Call Bob Marsh today. $169,000.

4783 - COZY 2 STOREY, 2 BDRM close to schools and shopping. Fenced backyard, laundry on main, great starter or retirement spot. Priced to sell. Give Bill a call today. $85,000.

4778 - A GREAT BUY FOR SOMEONE! This is a 76 x 100 city lot in Uplands, at a great price. Cheap taxes...perhaps a good opportunity to extend your current lot size. Priced for action. Restrictions apply. Please check with the City of Quesnel with regard to the Land Stability Study. Call Leslie or Claudia today! $3,000.00

Terri Matula

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-991-2001

Bob Granholm

Cell. 250-983-5003

4775 - WHERE MOTHER NATURE is the major developer! This is a fabulous 2.58 acre piece of land that you and your family will appreciate for generations! Miles-wide views and abundant sunshine (and verdant landscape!) Located on Bowron Lake Road, so you are only minutes away from paradise. A passage to heaven, this multi-season retreat acreage can be yours....call Leslie or Claudia for more information. $250,000.00

4776 - A PLACE TO HANG YOUR HEART! LOG HOME ON SMALL ACREAGE nestled in the trees 15 minutes from town. This 4 bedroom, 4 bath home has a large master bedroom with 4 pc ensuite with sliding glass doors to your private deck. Spacious country kitchen, 2 natural gas fireplaces, dining room with glass door onto enormous deck! Tremendous potential here for the right buyer. Bring your ideas and your hammer, restore this beauty to its former self! Give William a call today! $162,000.00

4770 - LOTS OF UPDATES DONE TO THIS 2 BDRM MOBILE on its own land. Spacious & open kitchen is recently renovated. Bamboo flooring throughout most. Double french doors open to bright family room with cork floor & sliding door to private deck. Fully serviced, fenced lot south of the city is a great size for retirees. Two outbuildings give ample storage. Jacuzzi tub in the remodelled, ample bath is pleasing. Give Terri a call today!! $143,900

4767 - PROGRAMMED FOR PLEASURE! Fabulous family home when only the best will do. From the bamboo hardwood floors, to the stunning granite countertops, this home truly has it all. Top of the line cabinetry, heated tile floors, designer concrete/aggregate driveway and easy care mature landscaping are just a few of the features your family will enjoy. Heat pump for affordable heating and air conditioning, designer paint and decor. The clincher here is the home is located across the street from the 11th tee box, so golfing every day is an option too. Call Leslie or Claudia today! $364,900

4766 - A WELL ESTABLISHED OWNER OPERATED profitable turn key business in Quesnel. This is a share sale including all assets and liabilities of JD Meats - assets incl. land and building, all equipment (retail/office/meat cutting/deep frying), company vehicle/brand new website - everything including owners systems are in place for new buyer to step in and operate. Owner will assist buyer in transition. Call Bob Marsh Today! $599,000.

Bob Granholm

Ph. 250-249-0004

Randy Derrick

Jasper Croy

4764 - RELAX AND SNUGGLE IN WITH THIS NORTH QUESNEL CHARMER. Lots of updates, 5 bedrooms, 2 full 4-pc baths, and fabulous convenient location. Within walking distance of town and the hospital, located on a ‘no-thru’ street. This home is situated on a large lot (0.30 of an acre). Single garage and fenced backyard. Great home, central location in a settled residential area. Call Leslie or Claudia today to view! $219,900.00

4762 - ADORABLE, AFFORDABLE, AND AWAITING NEW OWNERS. This charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath rancher is only a minute’s walk to downtown, schools, churches and shopping. If you prefer not to rent or live in a mobile/manufactured home, then this is a must see! Quick possession available! Call Jasper today!!$105,900.00

4760 - ONE OF THE BEST LIL’ DEALS in the Cariboo this fall. This must see, completely rebuilt 2 bed, 1 bath mobile with addition includes NEW: roof, siding, windows, furnace, walls, flooring/trim, hot water tank, kitchen, wiring and sundeck. This lil’ beauty with 2x6 walls sits on just under 2 acres only ten minutes from town. Quick possession available. Act fast, call Jasper today! $136,900

4759 - LOTS TO OFFER! 2 storey, full basement house on 5 acres. There are 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, double garage and deck. The roof is just 3 years old. Listed below assessed value. A little TLC would go a long way. Call Randy today!!! $179,900

4757 - QUALITY AND FULLY-FINISHED 2,300 total sq ft. 3 bdrms up with 2 baths. 2 bay windows. Attached garage. Fullytreated ground level deck at rear overlooking fully-fenced yard which backs onto greenbelt. Fully-finished bsmt boasts a dream 5 pc, tiled bathroom with 5’ shower which has double showerheads. Spacious family room, den and 4th bdrm. Fridge/stove, washer/ dryer, dishwasher and all window coverings are included. Asphalt roofing only 1 yr old (with warranty to new owner). This home has to be seen at a price you can afford. Call Bob Marsh today.$219,500.00

Ph. 250-983-3251

Bill Ingram

Ph. 250-992-6028 C.250-991-9147

4756 - OPEN THE DOOR TO ELEGANCE! The welcome mat is out on this 2006 custom built home with oh so much to offer. Carefree splendor is what you will find with this 3 bdrm, 3 bath home with all the extras. Immaculate quality and finishings inside and out. Manicured grounds, double garage and detached 20 X 22 shop. All of this on just under 1/2 acre in desirable Southhills. Indulge in the good life! Call Claudia or Leslie today. $379,500.00

4755 - ADORABLE BUNGALOW ON 2.07 ACRES not far from town. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is nestled in the trees, giving great privacy. Oak kitchen is well appointed and painted with modern colours. Newer construction that’s hard to find. Area fenced for horses. Great starter or for retirees looking for peace and quiet. Includes fridge, stove, washer and dryer. Give Terri a call today! $184,900

4748 - WELCOME HOME! Cute as can be 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is conveniently located close to school, shopping, downtown and is priced to sell! The renovations are too numerous to list, so definitely call to book a viewing. Tastefully decorated, with a custom kitchen, storage/playroom out back, and alley access for parking and privacy. This is a gem! Give William a call today. $139,900

4743 - ENJOY PRIVACY AND SPECTACULAR VIEWS of the Fraser River on this 0.92 acre property near schools, shopping, and recreation. 3 bedrooms, huge kitchen, large deck, landscaped yard, 121’ of riverfront with your own private beach. Recent additional (365 sq ft master bedroom with state-of-the-art steam shower, super energy efficient with in-floor hot water heating system). This house has a total of 1836 sq ft of unique living space. Lots of parking besides the 2 car carport. Correlieu and the soccer complex just steps away. Give Bill a call today! $249,000

4742 - UNLIKE NO OTHER! This 3 bedroom, 3 bath, full basement strata is nicely located across from Lebourdais Park. Open-concept living on main floor with bedrooms on the upper level. Master has 3-pc ensuite and stairway to an indoor hot tub overlooking the park. Full basement is ready for you to finish. Single garage. Low maintenance strata gives you the freedom to live your life. Give Terri a call today! $219,900

Bill Ingram

Claudia Holland

4741 - GORGEOUS LOCATION with a breathtaking view of Bouchie Lake and those famous Cariboo sunsets! Travertine tile, Canadian Maple hardwood floors and marble countertops are just a few of the characteristics that make this home a one-of-a-kind. Attached double garage, hot tub, state of the art water filtration system, huge master bdrm with soaker tub and walk-in closet, with views of the lake from the master bdrm, dining room, kitchen and family room. Recent updates include new roof and new pressure tank! Must be seen to be appreciated! Call William Today! $324,900.

4735 - TIDY THIS ONE UP AND YOU’LL HAVE A COMFY HOME tucked away. Great potential to work on as you go, with a scenic yard overlooking hayfields and pasture. Vinyl windows, some stucco work has been done already, newer kitchen, large formal dining room, updated bath with a tub, and storage galore. Two sheds out the back, and a couple of apple trees to make it a home. Give Claudia or Leslie a call today! $92,000.00

Pam McGauley 250-991-2814

Ph. 250-747-3753 C.250-991-8170

4705 - BE IN CONTROL, own your own downtown business in Quesnel. This car wash has 4 coin op bays, 2 of the bays can service large RV’s and industrial trucks & equipment. These are the only oversized bays in the Quesnel area. Business also has a busy car detailing department. Call Bobbi for more information. $229,900.00

4702 - 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH RANCHER on a quiet, dead-end street near Baker Creek. Rancher on city services. Bring your tool box and ideas, and make this home your own. Give William a call today! $59,900.00

4672 - GREAT MOBILE IN FAMILY PARK SOUTH. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 14’ wide has near new addition providing single carport, storage & covered sundeck. Spacious site is close to schools & shopping. Sunken livingroom has newer laminate flooring. Ample bath large soaker tub and separate shower is sure to please. Includes fridge, stove, washer & dryer. Quick possession possible! Call Terri! $76,900.00

4665 - AFFORDABLE LIVING, SOUTH OF TOWN. This mobile is impressively clean, and very well maintained. There is a large sundeck, two bedrooms, and a fabulous wood fireplace in your generous size living room. This mobile is situated in a quiet, rural park, great starter or retirement home. Move in ready! Call Leslie or Claudia today! $25,900.00

4662 - LOTS OF RENOS have been done to this 3 bedroom mobile. Close to town, schools and recreation, this 0.42 acre property is ideal for relaxing and taking it easy. New roof, some flooring, and all new windows make it cozy when winter comes. Large kitchen and livingroom. Call Bill today for your viewing! $94,900.00

4654 - COMFORTABLE 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME with addition located in Red Bluff area that is close to shopping and schools. Has large lot with gardens, small greenhouse and combination garage/workshop. This is an ideal starter home or retirement property. Call Bob Granholm today! $127,900.00

4650 - BEAUTIFUL 12.39 ACRES with views front and rear with a huge, quality built 4200 sf house. 4 large bedrooms up, big kitchen, sweeping staircase. Needs a few finishing touches to unlock the potential of this property. Private setting with lots of room to roam yet close to town. 28x26 shop has underground 220v wiring for welders, etc. This house listed below assessment. Call Bill today! $329,900.00

4633 - A GREAT PLACE TO PUTTER IN PEACE & QUIET, yet conveniently located to amenities. This refurbished older home has a host of new in recent years including kitchen, 2 baths with low flow toilets, hi-eff. furnace, flooring, paint & windows. Huge workshop (30x36) at the back with 2100 sf of workshop, studio and storage. Large garden area, large sundeck, RV shelter, plus, plus, plus Call Claudia or Leslie today! $199,900.00

4610 - VERY WELL KEPT 3 BEDROOM HOME on 0.97 acre level land. Private, but not too far out of the way, near the golf course. Nicely treed, large shop and storage shed. Lots of renos have been done, new flooring throughout, tastefully decorated. Lots of room for the kids to play. Large deck (12x32). Call Bill today! $234,900.00.

4609 - 3232 SQ FT - 1 LEVEL BUILDING on 1.78 acres with visible exposure on the Nazko Hwy. Approx. 6 miles from Quesnel close to Bouchie Lake. Once known as the Bonny Hills Store. Was once operated as a grocery store with a small restaurant. Now operating as a feed store for local farmers. Call Bill today! $129,900.00

4608 - EXECUTIVE FAMILY HOME in South Hills, ready for your family. This is a bright, very spacious home with a lot to offer the growing family. There are four bedrooms on the upper floor, main level living room and family room, and formal dining room as well. The home boasts a large kitchen with center island and fabulous eating area overlooking the flat, private backyard. There is ample parking for family and friends and double garage. Memories are made here! Call Leslie or Claudia today! $279,900.00.

4595 - DOWNTOWN LOCATED 2 STOREY BUILDING currently ready for your business opportunity. Over 5100 sq. ft. of rental space with 2 ground floor suites. Upper floor has loads of potential with great view of Fraser River. Zoned C3 and possible residential rental for upper floor could be added. Some restrictions may apply. Newer furnace and air conditioning unit. Call Terri today! $249,900.00

4502 - ONE OF THE LAST BUILDING LOTS left on Dennis Road. 0.58 acres with city water and natural gas available. This is an area of nicer homes and is just minutes from everything. Call Randy today! $25,900.

4499 - NEWER (2006) 3 BDRM, 1400 SQ.FT MOBILE HOME located on 1069 acres in North Quesnel area. Property previously used as a cattle ranch and there are several older buildings incl/hay barns, shop and storage sheds. A small range license of 40 AUMs is included. Partly cleared and used for hay fields and tame pasture areas with remaining areas being treed. Great starter ranch for someone wishing to start a cow/calf operation or possible wanting to run yearlings. Call Bob today! $625,000.00.

4486 - “ONCE IN A LIFETIME” OPPORTUNITY: An exceptionally efficient 3100 acre working cattle ranch, currently running 450 cow/ calf pairs, comprised of 28 titles and three homesteads with room to expand. Located just minutes North of historic “Soda Creek” in a renowned warm micro-climate, this extremely fertile Fraser River waterfront & highway frontage land comes with crown grazing licenses & multiple water licenses. 300 acres of irrigated land several hay barns, shops & outbuildings. Call Jasper or Bob! $5,499,000.00

4481 - GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY or move in & have a big mortgage helper. 2 updated homes on a 1.32 ac lot on quiet Red Bluff St. Front home is 3 bdrm w/lam floors & recent roofing. Rents at $800. Home at rear is a modular w/addition & rents for $900. Updates include bath in 2013, floor & roofing, large sundeck, backyard has to be seen w/room for a pitching green. Shared water agreement with neighbour to be carried forward. Copy in file. Community sewer, electric Inspection for addition in file. Give Bob Marsh a call today! $199,500

4475 - TUCKED AWAY in Quesnel’s favourite neighbourhood, this sunny home offers both grace & style. French doors to the LR, gracious dining room overlooking backyard, dark kitchen w/eating area adjoining sunken family room. Master bdrm w/ens. boasting a huge soaker tub, plus WI closet. 2 generous sized bdrms & a refurbished main bath complete the upstairs. Full unfinished bsmt is ready for whatever suits your lifestyle. Level lot w/fencing & room for RV.Call Claudia or Leslie today! $293,900.00

#4341 - MOBILE HOME WITH SPACIOUS ADDITION and new garage/shop! Ideally located on a quiet end of Elm, this mobile is located an a half acre lot that is fully fenced with additional outbuildings for storage. Close to shopping, schools and just about everything else. This mobile is a great retirement/starter home! Call William today to schedule a viewing. $168,900.

#4323 - INVESTORS AND BUILDERS TAKE NOTE! This is a fabulous view lot overlooking the Quesnel golf course. Just under one acre, well treed, in an area of executive homes. The possibilities are grand! Prime location, realistic price! Call Leslie or Claudia for information package. $49,000.00.

#4304 -GORGEOUS LOCATION TO RECREATE YOUR DREAM HOME! Unique layout and features to this fixer-upper, located on 3 acres and just minutes from Ten Mile Lake and downtown. Call William today! $134,900.

#4294 - A GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY awaits you. C6 - Commercially zoned property in the desirable South Quesnel area. Tons of potential whether it be developed now, or in the future. Call Jasper, Leslie or Claudia for more info today! $57,000.00

#4110 - GREAT VALUE! Lovely moduline 2 bdrm mobile

#4067 - ZONED R4 - MOBILE HOME PARK - 2 TITLES. Both lots just under an acre totalling 1.94 acre. Lot 3 has a 1004 sq ft 3 bedroom full basement modular home with N/G heat & hot water. Covered deck, 24 x 26 detached double garage & 14 x 20 single shop. Service mobile home pad at the front North side of lot. Lot 2 has a mobile home pad currently being rented and a 2nd mobile pad serviced and ready to rent. Call Bob Marsh today! $129,500.

#3884 - LOOKING FOR ACREAGE? 374+ Acre Parcel

#3468 - QUIET LOCATION with little traffic. This generous sized building lot is ready for your dream home. Large, .22 acre, walking distance to the city, recreation centre, school and shopping. Lot is located next to everything, and is large enough for you to build your detached or attached shop, you choose! Public transportation is nearby. Newer homes with family favoured surroundings. Call Leslie or Claudia today. $38,900.

3216 - LOCATED ONLY 6 KM OUT OF QUESNEL, this 18 hole golf course offers diverse, challenging holes to accommodate a wide skill level. Situated on 106 acres of property fringed by quality homes, this development is ideal for the person who loves the game! Driving range, pro shop, coffee shop, retail counter, warehouse storage and ample parking. Call Claudia or Leslie today! $1,999,000.00

2615 - OPPORTUNITY IS KNOCKING! Rare find with this downtown location. 122 x 176 commercial lot is just waiting for development. Central business district commercial zoning allows for many uses some are automotive sales, assisted living residence, restaurant, financial services, group homes, retail stores, hotels the list goes on and on. Property has street and lane access. Bring your ideas and get started now! Call Terri today! $179,000.

Ph. 250-983-3251

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-9522

Wayne Seale

4715 - BUSTLING BUSY CORNER IS WHERE THE ACTION IS AT, this 3 storey commercial building in the heart of the city. Many long term tenants occupy this 15,150 sq ft . Mixture of retail & professional businesses offer a variety of services. Newer air conditioning unit and plumbing done in past years. Additional adjoining 122 x 176 property also for sale see MLS# N4506270 Give Terri a call today. $675,000.

Jasper Croy

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-9522

Ph. 250-747-0422 C.250-983-9983

4720 - AFFORDABLE WATERFRONT. Welcome to Quesnel, where this quaint 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom rancher awaits your TLC. New kitchen counter tops and flooring, vaulted ceilings, high efficiency natural gas furnace and much more. Enjoy the morning sun from your patio and take in all that this beach front bungalow has to offer. Just five minutes to school, the golf course and the neighbourhood convenience store. Give Jasper a call today. $219,900.

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-991-2001

Ph. 250-249-0004

Ph. 250-992-6028 C.250-991-9147

4726 - FINISH THIS PRIVATE RETREAT TO SUIT YOURSELF. Great starter or retirement home in Uplands on a 66 x 100 ft lot. Backyard is fenced with a partially-finished deck. 912 sq ft with 3 bedrooms up and more room down. OSBE. Close to schools, playground and shopping. Give Bill a call today! $105,000.00

You have questions, She has answers!

4732 - EXECUTIVE HOME ON 5.61 ACRES only 20 minutes from town. Has lots to offer with 2 shops (24’x30’ each), a separate barn, and other outbuildings. The home has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, geothermal heating and cooling, plus a wood stove. Formal dining room, hardwood floors, and (seller says) an excellent well. Lots of value here! Give Bill a call today! $349,000.00

4729 - BEAUTIFUL 2013 (15 X 68) MOBILE HOME that has never been occupied with a lovely riverfront location. This home has a nice bright layout with vaulted ceilings and extra-large windows. There’s a beautiful kitchen with high-end appliance package, and sliding glass door out to the covered deck on which to enjoy your private view of the river. Spacious master bedroom with a 3-pc ensuite and walk-in closet. This is a must-see! Call Randy today. $119,000.

4727 - RESTORE THIS HOME TO ITS FORMER GLORY AND REAP THE REWARDS. Great location near school, shopping, yet has a large, level semi-private fenced yard. Three bedrooms up, main floor living, dining and kitchen, and play space downstairs. Priced to allow for the updates. Call Claudia or Leslie for more info. $189,900

THE SIGN YOU WANT

Ph. 250-747-0422 C.250-983-9983

Wayne Seale

close to Quesnel yet far enough away to have peace and quiet of the country. Located on a Government maintained road and is fenced and provides an abundance of water, gravel deposits and young trees. Vendor financing available. $285,000 Call Randy today.

Pam McGauley 250-991-2814

Ph. 250-747-3753 C.250-991-8170

You have questions, She has answers!

home in a quiet park close to shopping. Vaulted ceiling, large living room, nice bright kitchen with breakfast bar. Also a large covered deck. Priced to sell at $45,900. Call Randy

THE AGENTS YOU NEED

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Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Quesnel Realty

Leslie Johnson

Ph. 250-992-6032 C.250-991-9405

Bobbi Momer

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

www.quesnelobserver.com B7

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Leslie Johnson

355 St. Laurent Ave. 250-992-7202

Ph. 250-992-6032 C.250-991-9405

Bobbi Momer

Cell. 250-991-9063

William Lacy

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-5792

Bob Marsh

Cell. 250-983-5003

Terri Matula

4783 - COZY 2 STOREY, 2 BDRM close to schools and shopping. Fenced backyard, laundry on main, great starter or retirement spot. Priced to sell. Give Bill a call today. $85,000.

Terri Matula

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-991-2001

Bob Granholm

Cell. 250-983-5003

Bob Granholm

Ph. 250-249-0004

Randy Derrick

Jasper Croy

Ph. 250-983-3251

Bill Ingram

Ph. 250-992-6028 C.250-991-9147

Bill Ingram

Claudia Holland

Pam McGauley 250-991-2814

Ph. 250-747-3753 C.250-991-8170

#4110 - GREAT VALUE! Lovely moduline 2 bdrm mobile

#3884 - LOOKING FOR ACREAGE? 374+ Acre Parcel

Ph. 250-983-3251

Ph. 250-992-7202 C.250-983-9522

Wayne Seale

Jasper Croy

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home in a quiet park close to shopping. Vaulted ceiling, large living room, nice bright kitchen with breakfast bar. Also a large covered deck. Priced to sell at $45,900. Call Randy

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REALTY

94,900

885,900

179,000

801 Spruce St. – Terrific Project House, quick possession, compact rancher. Ideal for investment property. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home is close to shopping, Gymnastics club & Elem school. Large yard to enjoy, lovely trees. South, 0.71 acre, great for gardeners. Income producer or downsize to one level living, w/ all the conveniences of South Quesnel. Call Rick to view #2543

259,900

269,900

805 Avison Ave. - Fresh paint on the outside, good tenants in the inside, ready for your investment! All 1 bedroom units with upper units having 4 x 10 balcony. Building is full rented. Call Linda to schedule your appointment! GST may be applicable.

MLS#N 4506394

379 Willis St. - Investment Opportunity!! Upstairs: 3 bdrms bright & spacious, fireplace in LR, & recently updated (incl new paint, flooring, light fixtures & pass-through.) Currently rented for $1,200/month. Down: 2 bdrms, some updating (incl new flooring in LR, new fride & stove). Currently rented for $725/month. Level fenced yard, single grg, shared laundry & great earning potential. Call Lisa. MLS#N241524 NCR#2540

NCR#2459

MLS#N238896

NCR#2520

129,900

6721 Cariboo Hwy 97N - Waterfront Resort!! McLeese Lake Resort is located on 4+ acres & 750’ of waterfront on beautiful McLeese Lake in the heart of the Cariboo. This Resort boast 20 camping/RV sites, 10 unit motel, 4 cabins, 3 bdrm 1800 sq. ft. log home & several outbuildings. The setting is spectacular! The fishing is abundant & the location is convenient right off Hwy 97 between William’s Lake & Quesnel. Call Amber or Lisa to view. MLS# 4507217 #2542

1219 Hwy 97 N – Turn-key, U-Brew business opportunity in a convenient location on 2-Mile flat! Currently only brewing wine, ther is room for expansion to the empty space next door (w/approval) to set up shop for brewing beer &/or cider (Serving-It-Right is required by law). This is fun & creative business opportunity ready to go. Seller is motivated. Includes inventory & equipment. Contact Amber today to view! MLS#N4507033 NCR#2526

1892 Hemlock Ave. - Mini Rancher Priced to sell! Tons of character, needing some TLC. Huge screened porch to enjoy the summer evenings. Just shy of ½ acre w/tons of work shop style storage & outbuildings. Property has access off Hemlock & Birch. 4 bedrooms, 1½ baths all on one level. Cute not so little house, come & see. Call Rick to view.

MLS#N230013

288 McNaughton Ave. - 1940’s character home full of charm w/ 3 attached mortgage helpers in North Quesnel! 3 bdrm, 2 bath main home has recently undergone extensive remodelling. The 3, 2-bdrm units attached are currently rented, at $550, 600 & $650. Property is currently being managed by a licensed property manager. 24 hour notice is requires. Call Amber today to view! MLS#N240454 NCR#2533

NCR#2448

439,000

325,000

358,500

1142 Ellison Rd. – This 4 bdrm, 2 bath home is a must see. All updates are too many to list. New kitchen, new bathrooms, new flooring, private patio for entertaining. Large living room, family room, & pellet stove. Garage, room for RV parking, plenty of water. South of town. Inquire.

Ltd.

82,000

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444 Bowron Ave. - Very nice 4-plex in downtown North Quesnel. Features two x 1 bedroom suites & two x 2 bedroom suites Several updates done in 2010 & 2011. Total monthly rents are $2,250. Tenants pay their own utilities. Very close to schools, parks & the riverwalk. Call Amber today to view. MLS#241531 NCR#2541

687 Kinchant St. - Immaculately maintained & unit apartment in North Quesnel. Two x 1 bedroom approx. 500sq ft per unit, four x 2 bedroom unit approx 600 sq ft per unit. Bathrooms have all be recently updated. Gross income $43,716 per annum. Inquire. MLS#N233828 NCR#2487

newe Pric 69,900

295,000

1238 Croft Road - Ready to Build? Already has shop in place, just needs residence. Half an acre on paved street. Just enough trees to be private. Ideal south location on Croft Rd, near shopping, elementary schools & Dragon Lake. 1040 sq ft insulated, wire workshop. Sewer hook up at paved street. Just pick your plan, perhaps a rancher, add a well & start building. Call Rick to view. MLS#N231211 #2462

$55,000

352 Roddie Ave. - This beautiful home is located near shopping, schools, soccer fields and many extras. Main floor has 4 bdrms, 3 baths, family room and great kitchen. Double Garage. Lower floor has 2 suites; 2 bedrooms $600/ month, 1 bedroom $485/month. Great investment & what a mortgage helper. Inquire for more info. MLS#N232420 NCR#2474

1943 Poplar Ave. - CUT LOG HOME WITH LOTS OF POTENTIAL ON VERY PRIVATE 1.2 ACRES. Needs some TLC, but there is good value here. Open floor plan with large kitchen and 2 good sized bedrooms. Large deck faces west. Large storage shed and lots of room to park. Very spacious private yard is beautiful all year round. Call Lisa or Amber to view. MLS#N241397 NCR#2538

Blackwater Rd- Land-Lots of land! 26+ acres of privacy, trees, nature views & only 15 min. west of Quesnel. Great holding property or build/develop. Plenty of room to collect toys - 4 wheelers, horses, pets, chickens/livestock & especially kids. Nice terrain, nice trees, nice price. Newly subdivided. HST applies. Call Rick Lot 2 -MLS#N214274 Lot 3 -MLS#N214273 NCR#2247-8

467 Adam St. - This is a real opportunity! 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 full size, large sunroom & deck that wraps around home. Sit in your sunroom & enjoy the view. Hardwood floors, new kitchen, updated & gorgeous. A must see, not a driveby. Call Amber to view. MLS#N237999 NCR#2514

470 Patchett St. - This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is located in a family oriented neighbourhood & close to the park, perfect for the kids. Some of the features include paved driveway, double garage, fenced backyard, hardwood floors on the main, gas fireplace in the living room, SGD in dining room leading to deck, open kitchen, huge rec room. Call Linda to view MLS#N227407 NCR#2428

75,000

125,000

Lot A Kohanko Rd. - Land-Lots of Land! 24 Acres, Trees, Creek & near the Bouchie Lake School. Also close to Bouchie Lake, Golf course, Firhall & convenience store/restaurant. Ideal holding property, or develop into your own private corner of the world or perhaps a hobby farm. Bring your ideas, your dreams & have a look. Drive past Bouchie Lake School, turn onto Blackwater Rd, then right onto Kohanko Rd. A few minutes from downtown to country private. Call Rick. MLS#N237006 NCR#2507

3023 Wheeler Rd. – Little treasure sitting on 1.84 acres South of town. Great place to live & think about what you would like to do on this level property. Close to shopping, amenities & Dragon Lake. MFD home pad w/ water, NG hookup and power beside house. Possible to subdivide & sell other property. Inquire. MLS#N236093

NCR#2502

N227183 N227185

CROFT SOUTH W/SHOP

$69,900.

N226691

MILLS RD

West . ¾ AC

$19,000.

N232297

TATCHELL

SOUTHILLS 1AC $75,000.

N239876

LOTS

+GST

BLACKWATER RD BLACKWATER RD KOHANKO RD

10 AC. 10 AC. 24 AC.

$45,000. $45,000. $75,000.

+GST

W/CABIN $236,500.

N231169

R E N TA L S

2 BDRM BSMT SUITE - $600/mth

19,000

71,900

Racing Rd - UNBELIEVABLE PRICE! ½ ACRE BUILDING LOT ON RACING RD. Complete w/paved roads, city water & close to shopping, recreation in South Quesnel. Better yet, also buy the ½ acre next door for another $19,000 for a full acre! Start planning your dream home! Call Rick Lot 1 MLS#N227183 Lot 2 MLS#N227185 NCR#2424-5

1 BDRM N.Q. - $625/mth

45,000

Lot 2 Blackwater 10 acre building site! Lovely trees, paved road, private; Great holding property or build your hobby farm. Pleanty of room for all those toys-4 wheelers, horses, pets, chickens &/or kids; nice terrain, nice trees, nice price. #2499 10 min. past Bouchie Lake elem school, property on right, just before Sandford Rd; newly subdivided, HST applies MLS#223599 NCR#2388

4053 Mystic Ave. – Little home on nice acreage off Barkerville Hwy. Newer cabinets, counter tops & sink. Park-like property is very private at back and would be a good investment for starter home or rental. Call Linda to view MLS# N235734

3 BDRM HOUSE N.Q. - $1250/mth 2 BDRM DUPLEX - $650/mth

2 BDRM + DEN LARGE SUITE

- $800/mth

2 BDRM DUPLEX FULL BSMT

- $650/mth

3 BDRM 1.5 BATH SUITE

OUT OF TOWN WEST CRN NAZKO/RAWLINGS 4.82 AC. $48,000. BLACKWATER RD 25+ AC. $55,000.

PARKLAND

3 BDRM SUITE W/ W&D - $700/mth

IN TOWN

RACING RD SOUTH ½ AC $19,000

LOTS

4 BDRM TOWNHOUSE - $750/mth

LOTS RACING RD SOUTH ½ AC $19,000.

Lot 15 Parkland Rd. - LAKESHORE on TEN MILE LAKE! Great building site w/rec cabin for immediate use. Rustic Log cabin is approx 24x28, full of charm, solid const & totally enjoyable. Elect, kitchen (no water/septic), bdrm & loft. High vaulted ceiling lets light flood in, wood stove to warm the winter chill & tiered decks down to beach. Fire pit, privacy & unbelievable view. Dare to Dream! Call Rick MLS#N231169 #2461

OUT OF TOWN NORTH/SOUTH

99,900

236,500

194,900

108,900

N226910 N214273/ N214274 N223598 N223599 N237006

120,000

152 Bouchie St. - GREAT STARTER HOME OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY! 2 bedrooms up & 2 down with walkout basement. Covered deck with view of the city off the dining room. Recent updates include decks, roof overhangs, siding, retaining wall, chain link, too many to list. Call Lisa to view or for more info. MLS#N240922 NCR#2534

389,900

2317 Gook Rd. - Commercial (C4 zoning), excellent highway exposure corner of Hwy 97S & Gook Rd. Cleared level, 3.26 acres. Access off Beryl St. (turn off Hwy 97 to Gook, to Beryl. Quesnel’s commercial district expanding along highway. Near Walmart, Extra Foods, Sandman, Tim Horton’s, just to name a few. Out side city limits, in CRD, ideal location for your service commercial business. Call Rick. MLS#4506928 NCR#2512

19,000

- $750/mth

1632 Mills Rd. - Peek-a-boo view of Fraser River! ¾ acre on Mills Rd. Overlooks south portion of Dyke Rd. City water available. Contact City works regarding sewer connection, as may need septic system. Close to golf course, in city limits. Nicely sloped for homesite. Enjoy a drive along North Fraser Dr., just past Titus Rd., right onto Mills Rd. Lovely building lot ready & waiting. (No mobile homes as per city by-laws.) MLS#N232297 NCR#2472

2 BDRM 2 BATH APT.

STARTING AT - $640/mth

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Rustic exterior details lend this contemporary rancher the air of a charming country cottage. Solid logs support the gabled roof over the front porch, and are repeated on both sides of the double garage. Shingles fill the three gables, one of which boasts an attractive arched window. Even the panelled garage door, with its narrow arched windows, exudes character. Inside, this three-bedroom rancher boasts a practical floor plan with a bonus: a 398-square-foot games room over the garage. The covered front entry opens to a compact foyer that leads directly into the multi-purpose great room. This open living space has a stylish gas fireplace in one corner, as well as space for either a free-standing or built-in entertainment unit. French doors open onto a covered porch, ideal for year-round grilling. The adjacent kitchen includes everything the contemporary cook might desire, including a MAIN FLOOR PLAN raised eating bar, a full complement of modern 1610 SQ. FT. (150.0 M2) appliances and a convenient pantry. While simple meals for one or two people are likely to be served at the eating bar, the dining area next to the kitchen has plenty of room for more formal dinners with family and friends. Natural light will stream into the dining area through windows on three sides. From the kitchen, a door leads to the double garage, passing a storage room, and the laundry on the way. A staircase from the foyer climbs to the games room over the garage. This space could serve as a home office, for storage or for playing games such as billiards or table tennis. The bedroom wing is located to the right of the main entry. Two smaller bedrooms face the street, while the master bedroom suite overlooks the WIDTH - 50'-0" (15.2M) GAME ROOM back garden. DEPTH - 59'-6" (18.2M) 398 SQ. FT. (37.0 M2) The master suite has a walk-in closet, a niche PLAN NO. H 5-3-642 for a television and an elegant corner en-suite TOTAL 1610 SQ. FT. (150.0 M2 ) bathroom with a soaker tub. Another three-piece bathroom serves the secondary bedrooms. NON This home measures 50 feet wide by 59 feet, 6 BASEMENT inches deep, for a total living area of 1,610 square feet. Plans for design 5-3-642 are available for $725 (set of 5), $820(set of 8) and $896 for a super set of 10. Also add $35.00 for Priority charges within B.C. or $60.00 outside of B.C. Please add 12% H.S.T., 13% H.S.T. Or 5% G.S.T (where applicable) to both the plan price and Priority charges. Our NEW 45TH Edition of the Home Plan Catalogue containing over 300 plans is available for $15.50 (includes taxes, postage and handling). Make all cheque and money orders payable to “Jenish House Design” and mail to: JENISH HOUSE DESIGN LTD. c/o Quesnel Cariboo Observer #203- 151 Commercial Drive Kelowna, BC V1X 7W2 OR SEE OUR WEB PAGE ORDER FORM ON: www.jenish.com AND E-MAIL YOUR ORDER TO: homeplans@jenish.com

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DEVELOPMENT OF AN INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN Spectra Energy is revising their current Integrated Pest Management Plans (IPMP) under British Columbia’s Integrated Pest Management Act and associated regulations. Under these regulations our plans are required to be revised every five years. The purpose of this revision is to ensure safe and effective vegetation and invasive weed control by utilizing the most current integrated pest management techniques along Spectra Energy’s pipeline right-of-ways, facilities and related infrastructure. These IPMPs will cover various activities within the following regional districts and associated communities: Peace River, Fraser-Fort George, Cariboo, ThompsonNicola, and Fraser Valley, including the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality. Under these newly developed integrated pest management plans, the following selective methods are proposed and may be used alone or in combination, depending on particular local circumstances: • Integrated vegetation control measures that include mechanical, manual, cultural, prevention, biological and herbicide. • Trade names of herbicides that may be included as part of these integrated pest management plans: Vantage XRT, Roundup, Vision Max, Sightline, Clearview, Milestone, Arsenal, Navius VM, Escort, Tordon 22K, Tordon 101, Garlon XRT, Vanquish, Overdrive, Banvel, Telar, 2,4-D amine, MCPA, Karmex, Truvist, Esplanade SC, Transline, Lontrel 360 and Chontrol Peat Paste. • Active ingredients in these products are: Aminopyralid, metsulfuron-methyl, diflunfenzopyr, MCPA, Picloram, 2,4-D, Chlorsulfuron, Triclopyr, Dicamba, Diuron, Aminocyclopyrachlor, Indaziflam, Imazapyr, Clopyralid, Glyphosate and Chondrostereum purpureum which is a biological natural-occurring fungus used to inhibit regrowth when applied to cut stumps. The proposed effective date for these IPMPs for Spectra Energy’s BC Pipeline, Field Services and Midstream business units is June 15, 2015 to June 14, 2020. Diagrams, maps and the IPMP documents are available and may be viewed by contacting the appropriate office and contact person below: • Dan Tisseur, Spectra Energy, 3985 - 22nd Ave. Prince George BC, V2N 1B7, 250-960-2034 • Angus Dickie, Spectra Energy, Mile 301 Alaska Highway, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0, 250-233-6385 Any person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of these two IPMPs may send copies of the information to the address above within 30 days of the publication of this notice.

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