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Crowd protests government gaming allocation decision AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter More than 200 crowded the Legion Saturday in protest of the province’s game allocation decision. In December, changes to B.C.’s wildlife allocations meant more gaming allocations to guide outfitters and less to residents. “Essentially they’re privatizing game,” vicepresident for region five for B.C. Wildlife, Ken Last said. “It’s taking away from
those hunting to feed their family.” “In 2007, a new Wildlife Allocation Policy was established in B.C. in an attempt to fairly determine the number of hunting permits allocated, which gave foreign hunters the best share of the available hunting permits,” the B.C. Wildlife Federation website states. This policy has since been changed, reducing residents’ access to wild game and increasing the number of permits sold to
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foreign hunters. “We need to push government hard,” president of the Spruce City Wildlife Association, Jim Glacair told the crowd during Saturday’s meeting. “These allocations need to be science-based.” Residents expressed concern over a system one called “broken.” The petition to urge government to overturn the decision calls on the province to change the Wildlife Harvest Allocation Policy, it states:
“To the Honourable Legislative Assembly to the Province of British Columbia: We, the undersigned, representing residents of British Columbia and supporters of resident hunting in the province, state that changes to the Province’s Wildlife Harvest Allocation Policy announced in December 2014 provide an unwarranted larger share of hunting permits to B.C.’s professional guides and outfitters, who primarily guide non-resi-
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dent trophy hunters, at the expense of B.C. resident hunters. The wildlife allocation made available to Guide Outfitters Association of BC members is unprecedented in North America and there is no economic justification for these allocation changes, which will adversely affect B.C.’s resident hunters. We, the undersigned, respectfully request that the provincial government repeal the changes to the Wildlife Harvest Alloca-
tion Policy announced on December 10, 2014 by the Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations and limit non-resident hunters and Guide Outfitters Association of B.C. members to the Wildlife Harvest Allocation specified in the 2007 Wildlife Allocation Policy. The online petition can be accessed at, www.bcwf. bc.ca. “This is about getting the decision reversed,” Last said. “We can’t give up.”
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Council working with regional partners Work continues on budget deliverations
Council approved the following Memorandums of Understanding (“MoU) and Schedules with the Cariboo Regional District (“CRD”) for the years 2015 to 2019. The CRD must also approve these agreements through their Board before they are official. Taken from the Master MoU, “the intent of this MoU is to lay out...the cooperative approach which the CRD and the City shall take in regards to the provision of joint municipal services within the City and the Service Area. It is the underlying assumption of this memorandum that the parties, as independent jurisdictions, agree to the cooperative provision of municipal services to the benefit of the greater community. The parties recognize that there is a cohesive community
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in the greater Quesnel area that exists and functions irrespective of jurisdictional boundaries, and that it is in the best interests of the community to manage development and provide services from a shared viewpoint and through consolidated administrative procedures.” Below is a list of those agreements and a brief description. The list below totals $859,288 in operating and $110,893 in capital contributions. This list does not include all of the MoUs between the CRD and the City. A. Landfill Service
CRD contributes to the Landfill based on population and percentage of Industrial/ Commercial/ Institutional assessment. B. Cemetery Services The CRD contributes 50 per cent of the cost of maintaining the cemeteries. Burial costs are covered by the fees charged for that service. C. Invasive Plant Management The City pays the CRD a set amount each year to address invasive weeds. D. Transit Services The CRD contributes a fixed amount towards
transit for the Red Bluff route. E. Quesnel Fringe Fire Protection The CRD contributes approximately 24 per cent of the cost of the fire department for service provided to Red Bluff and the Two Mile Flat areas. F. Recycling Services The CRD contributes to the cost of recycling at the landfill/satellite depots based on population. G. Parks and Recreation Services The CRD contributes a set amount towards the major parks/ riverfront trail within the city. H. HandyDART Services The CRD contributes a set amount towards HandyDART services provided to regional district residents. I. Emergency Social Services The CRD/City each contribute a set amount per year
towards Emergency Social Services. J. Landfill Closure Agreement The CRD/City are both responsible for the future closure of the landfill and both make provisions to pay for these costs in the future. K. Planning Services The City currently has the option of voting on development issues in the CRD. The City is proposing to withdraw from this service at the end of 2015.
Efforts for a cleaner community
Council has directed staff to work with BC Hydro to deliver a free Community Energy and Emissions workshop to assist in developing a Community Energy and Emissions Plan. The City is working to meet a 33 per cent reduction of greenhouse gases below 2007 levels by
2020 and 80 per cent by 2050. The city will take a leadership role in promoting education for community members and businesses on the link between urban design, transportation, water use, and greenhouse gas production. Stay tuned for the public meeting date/s.
Operating budget moves forward
Council will continue moving forward with the Budget as presented at the Committee of the Whole meeting, January 26, including: 1. The proposed cuts to the benchmark budget (which includes the removal of the $51,800 Spring Clean-Up Campaign for 2015); 2. The
Supplementals of $31,500 as follows: • $15,000 Website Redesign; • $ 2,500 WildSafeBC Program; • $7,000 Quesnel Skyfest Society (total $10,000 with $3,000 previously built-in to budget); • $30,000 Dragon Creek Inundation Study ($28,000 Dragon Lake Improvement Reserve); • $5,000 Emergency Notification System; and • The five per cent tax increase for the Capital Reinvestment Reserve of $675,000 for a total investment of $1,362,500, an increase of 98.2 per cent for 2015, that will assist the City in closing the gap of the approximate $2M annual infrastructure replacement deficit.
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Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the Year Banquet is quickly approaching – If you know someone in the Community who you believe is deserving, please complete the Nomination form by visiting the City website or picking up a printed copy at the Quesnel Cariboo Observer or the front desk of City Hall, after February 9, 2015. Also, If you wish to recommend the valuable contributions of a community member for Lifetime Achievement and/or Silent Hero, please contact Rhya Hartley at rhartley@quesnel.ca or 250.991.7477 before February 6, 2015. Current Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the Year 2013 Liane Kimmie
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Winter Carnival reminder Another reminder this Saturday is the Winter Carnival. Feb. 7 from noon – 5:30 p.m. the West Fraser Timber Park will be home to a host of events, including cross country skiing, snow shoeing, sledding, pond skating and geocaching. Residents can bring their own equipment or are welcome to borrow. The crazy toque is back by popular demand and we will supply the toque, courtesy of Telus. Everyone is invited to enjoy free hot and cold beverages and popular snacks. Visit with some of our local mascots, Billy Barker, the Root Beer Bear, the RCMP Safety Bear or the Carnival Clown. Be sure to bring your camera. Pick up your free tickets at the gate from the Miss Quesnel Royalty and Scotiabank folks when you come into
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INVITATION TO BID SIDEWALK FOOD VENDOR APPLICATIONS WITHIN THE DOWNTOWN CORE Pursuant to the City’s Sidewalk Food Vendors’ Bylaw No. 1299, bid applications for a designated downtown sidewalk site to sell food from a pushcart during the 2015 calendar year will be received at Quesnel City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, B.C., V2J 7J5 prior to noon on Friday, February 20, 2015 in sealed envelopes marked “Sidewalk Food Vendor Proposal”. Further details with respect to designated sites established under City Bylaw, application requirements and approval procedures may be obtained at Quesnel City Hall during normal business hours. A minimum annual fee acceptable is $450.00 (pro-rated for 2015) and three downtown sites are available. The main sites are: • Open Plaza at Reid Street and St. Laurent Avenue • Adjacent to the TD Canada Trust at Reid Street and Barlow Avenue • Entrance to the Fraser Footbridge on Front Street.
“Past Quesnel Volunteer Citizens of the Year” 2012 Jean Stimpson 2011 Liz Miller 2010 Dianne Greenwood 2009 Lynne Wright 2008 Carol Weremy 2007 Marion Gordon 2006 Grant and Gerry Knauf 2005 Gus Cameron 2004 Marie Skinner 2003 Bob Zimmerman 2002 Ron Silver 2001 Helen Flynn 2000 Stan Phillips 1999 Doreen O’Brien 1998 Vera Peever 1997 Jack Nelson 1996 Gloria Lazzarin 1995 John Pritchard 1994 Betty Motherwell 1993 John McKelvie 1992 Mel Dunleavey 1991 Susan Maile 1990 Helen Kuhn 1989 Grace Steele 1988 June Wall 1987 Ruth Scoullar 1986 Frank Hennessey 1985 Joan Huxley 1984 Cathy Walsh 1983 Marie Weldon 1982 Margot Rose 1981 Mac Grady 1980 Rev. Gary Landers Lifetime Achievement Awards 2013 Francine Gaetz [Posthumous] 2012 Ron Paull 2011 Peter Couldwell 2010 Janice Butler Cathy Heinzelman Bev Pontius
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John WESLEY FRAnCIS CLouSton October 8, 1931 - January 9, 2015 Pre-deceased by son Andy. Survived by spouse, Nancy; daughters, Heather and Leslie; his brother, Don; stepchildren, Bob (Kathy), Laura, Karen (Grant), Mark, Lisa (Geordi), Jonathan; and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A private celebration will be held in the spring. Many thanks go to all of the wonderful people at the Palliative Care for all their tender care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to: The Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association
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MAXINE MARIE POOLEY Feb. 23, 1952 - Jan. 26, 2015
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maxine Marie Pooley (nee. Zadorozny) on January 26th 2015. She is survived by her loving family, including her husband Brian Pooley, step-children Christa, Ashley and Tim Pooley, and sister and brother-in-law Erin and Tom Skoropad. Maxine was born February 23rd 1952 in Thunder Bay Ontario. She loved the arts, becoming a talented gymnast, painter and musician. She was most passionate about her career as a Registered Nurse; studying at Lakehead School of Nursing, before practicing across Canada. She spent the later years of her
career nursing at G.R.Baker Hospital and teaching the LPN program at CNC Quesnel. Max was a strong advocate for her patients and enjoyed teaching the up and coming professionals. Max was the best “vet” to have around the ranch during the calving season. Her work as a nurse helped support the ranch through fluctuating beef markets. She loved to get into a great mystery or spy novel. Her favorite place to relax would be the patio on Green Mountain with Crystal Creek running by. If friends should desire, in lieu of flowers, donations to Quesnel Palliative Care and Hospice are encouraged.
It’s tragic that researchers are unaware that high doses of vitamin C and lysine cannot only prevent, but reverse atherosclerosis in coronary and other arteries in the body. Vitamin C is needed for the manufacture of collagen, the glue that holds cells together. A lack of vitamin C means poor collagen, resulting in cracks appearing between coronary cells thus setting the stage for fatal blood clot. Recently, Dr. Sydney Bush, an English researcher, made this monumental discovery. He took photos of the retinal arteries and then gave patients 6,000 milligrams of vitamin C and 5,000 of lysine (lysine adds strength to coronary arteries just like steel rods increase the strength of concrete). A year later he repeated the pictures. To his surprise, he found atherosclerosis fading away. Millions of North Americans also suffer from osteoarthritis. Without sufficient vitamin C to produce collagen, a major component of cartilage, bone eventually grinds on bone. There would be fewer joint replacements if more vitamin C were available to produce healthy collagen. Rheumatoid arthritis, the inflammatory type, also requires large doses of vitamin C. Every moment of the day our bodies are using oxygen to keep us alive. But oxidation results in metabolic ash, known as “free radicals”, which are believed to trigger an inflammatory reaction in joints. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps to reduce damaging free-radicals.
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ometime a lot more multilast year I millionaires than wrote that multi- billionaires it was hard to find in the one per cent some happy or category. optimistic issues to This is more write about. scary than the This year on world wide money Bert deVink New Year’s Day control in the FROM WITHIN one of the first hands of 48 per items on the news was that cent. It could mean that most in the first hour of the work if not all CEO’s are directly day the average CEO makes or indirectly working for a as much money as an average few multi-billionaires who worker in a year. I think that own banks, large finance makes the average worker feel corporations and very large happy and well rewarded. corporations all over the To make us feel better, there world. recently was a news cast that It also could be the answer stated that 48 per cent of the to the question “why did world’s wealth was in the Hitler during World War hands of one per cent of the II invade all of Europe and world’s population. North Africa but not Sweden I know that in the 1960’s and Switzerland?” an average worker could I know now that Switzerland support a family, buy a house is or was a safe haven for and have a family car. In international banking and that those days a worker paid Allied and German ships lay approximately 20 per cent side by side in the Stockholm of the tax burden and the harbor exchanging goods. corporate sector 80 per cent. There was a relative peaceful Today that percentage is period of 22 years between reversed. When the Target the end of World War I and Corporation went belly up World War II, but since 1945 the CEO’s settlement was the world has lived with small larger than that of all the wars and threats of war. employees together. There We now live in a period must be a connection between in which the poorest part of the one per cent of the humanity wants to live like population that owns 48 per the western world. In order to cent of the world’s wealth and achieve that the western world the wages of CEO’s. has to lower its standard of It would be interesting living in order to create a to know how many multihigher standard of living for billionaires there are in that the people living mostly in the one per cent compared to the southern hemisphere. number of multi- millionaires. It is true that we live in an It is more than likely there are advertisement and gadget
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B.C. to restore utilities commission authority The B.C. government has promised to restore the B.C. Utilities Commission’s independent role in setting electricity rates and add more full-time commissioners to help them do it. Energy Minister Bill Bennett released an independent review of the commission Wednesday, and said the government intends to implement all 35 recommendations. Authority over setting BC Hydro rates for commercial and residential customers won’t be restored until 2017, after Bennett and Premier Christy Clark stepped in to cap rate increases in 2013. The review comes after the government exempted big-ticket projects from BCUC review, including the Site C dam on the Peace River, the wireless electricity meter system and a new transmission line to northwest B.C. that ran $300 million over the original budget. Bennett announced the government directive on BC Hydro rates after the 2013 election, with a 10-year plan that increases rates 28 per cent over five years. He acknowledged at the time that rate increases were being kept low using a “rate smoothing” account that defers more than $1 billion of the utility’s debt. BC Hydro rates are to increase six per cent this year under the province’s directive, and then be capped at four per cent for the two years after that. “After the first five years of the 10-year plan they [BCUC] will be back in charge of setting rates,” Bennett said Thursday. NDP energy critic Adrian Dix said the B.C. Liberal government has been overruling and sidelining the BCUC since 2003 when it directed BC Hydro to buy power from private producers. He said its political intervention on rising BC Hydro rates is designed to continue holding down rate increases until after the 2017 election. Dix said it’s also no coincidence that Bennett received the independent review in November and held onto it until after the government had announced its decision to proceed with construction of the Site C dam. The review panel and the regulated utilities agreed that the government has authority to set provincial energy policy and direct the BCUC on specific issues. But the report adds that the government should define those policies well in advance and “then leave the commission to act independently within its mandate.”
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Parksville-Qualicum MLA Michelle Stilwell was sworn in Monday as B.C.’s minister for social development and social innovation. Comox Valley MLA Comox Valley MLA Don McRae asked to be relieved of his Don McRae asked cabinet role last week to be relieved of his to deal with an illness cabinet role last week in his family and Preto deal with an illness mier Christy Clark in his family, and appointed Stilwell to replace him. The Premier Christy Clark ministry is in charge appointed Stilwell to of social assistance, replace him. provincial disability assistance and Community Living B.C., the agency responsible for people with developmental disabilities. The cabinet change comes as the ministry reviews its long-standing policy of deducting spousal child support payments from money paid to social assistance recipients. Stilwell will likely be a target of opposition critics on that and other poverty-related issues when the B.C. legislature reconvenes Feb. 10. A multiple medal-winning Paralympic athlete in basketball and wheelchair racing, Stilwell was elected to the B.C. legislature in May 2013, and has served as B.C. Liberal caucus chair. Clark named Abbotsford South MLA Darryl Plecas to replace Stilwell as parliamentary secretary for seniors. Clark has said the B.C. Liberal government will table its third balanced budget on Feb. 17, after considering revenues and spending priorities such as an increase in social assistance rates.
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LILLIAN BERTHA BOW
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July 4, 1919 - Jan. 21, 2015
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing Lillian Bertha Bow on Jan. 21, 2015 at Dunrovin Park Lodge. Lillian was predeceased by her parents, Magnus and Anna Johnson, her sister Dolly Tyerman, son George Lawlor, husband David Bow and first husband Ken Lawlor. She is survived by her daughters Sharon Fookes (Dave) and Shirley Lawlor (Howie); son Bud Lawlor and her brother Bill Johnson of Salmon Arm and many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Lillian was born in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan on July 4, 1919. She was the eldest of three children born to deaf parents who
communicated through sign language. Lillian enjoyed gardening, her flowers, hooking rugs, travelling and most of all her family and friends. She loved to go out for lunches and family gatherings and always had a smile and a hug for everyone. A memorial service and tea will be held sometime in May 2015 in Quesnel. Donations in Lillian’s name may be made to Alzheimers Society.
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It is with much sadness the family of Richard James McNamara, also known as Peat Moss, announces his passing, January 3, 2015 at his residence in Dunrovin Park Lodge. After cremation a Celebration of Life was held at the Legion Hall Jan. 10, 2015. Richard was born in Lac LaBiche, Alberta, Dec. 12, 1946. He grew up with eight brothers and sisters in Boyle, Alberta. At the age of 16, Richard left his home to go piplining and contracting until retirement in 2005. Richard moved to Quesnel in 1968 and married Connie McNamara, Sept. 6, 1969 in Quesnel. During his career he was a side boom operator for many companies such as Majestic, Prairie Banister, Surerus and Transline. Richard is survived by his daughters Candace
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he attitude towards marijuana in this province is in sharp contrast with the approach in other parts of Canada. Proof of that comes in details from a court document, filed as part of an application to seize a property near the Aldergrove border crossing which was the subject of a massive search last week. Although the large property just drew public attention last week, the documents suggest it has been used for marijuana production since 1993. That’s a 22-year period. It is important to keep in mind that, in 1993, growing and selling marijuana for any purposes was illegal in Canada. While there were advocates for medicinal marijuana, which has since been allowed, growing, selling and using the product could lead to criminal charges. Yet as the documents suggest, there was plenty of marijuana being grown in Langley (and other parts of B.C.) at that time. Some was for local consumption, and some was truly for medicinal purposes. However, the vast majority was grown for shipment to the U.S. and other countries, often in return for other drugs or guns. B.C. residents have had a more laissez-faire attitude towards marijuana since the late 1960s, and a willingness to put up with marijuana growing, if not actively partaking in what has been a big business, has been strong for many years. Could any other province have been so receptive to marijuana activist Marc Emery who, after serving several years in a U.S. jail, is encouraging American marijuana users to come here and buy their supply — even though it remains illegal to sell it, except for medicinal purposes? It seems likely that, if the legalization of marijuana in Washington and Colorado turns out to be successful, marijuana will be legalized throughout North America some day. If that does happen, B.C. marijuana activists, and the laissez-faire attitude that so many B.C. residents have, will have played a major role.
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here is nothing worse than losing a child, and over the years I have known far too many people who have endured such excruciating agony. Last year alone three of my friends and two acquaintances suffered this unfathomable loss – and then my niece’s baby girl died in late November. When I read last week of the 21-year-old woman who perished in a car accident in Kelowna, I immediately thought of her mother and father and my heart went out to them. The following day I read that it was a fire chief’s daughter and he was one of the first responders on the scene. I don’t even know them, but I cried. I posted the gut-wrenching story on Facebook and among all the condolences to the family there was a comment from my new friend, Larry Barter. “The greatest gift one can provide these parents is to be available,” he wrote. “Often people will avoid the survivors because they don’t know what to do or say.” He then offered a few suggestions such as: I’m sorry for your loss; I have no idea what you are going through; I don’t know what to say or do; what do you
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On A Brighter Note need? Larry knows the inconceivable sorrow of losing a child because he lost both of his. Taylor, his eldest son, died 10 years after a terrible car crash had left him severely brain injured at the age of 19. Michael, his younger son, died of a broken heart when he took his own life at the age of 18 – a year and a half after his brother’s devastating accident. “Our tragedies didn’t just affect us,” he said. “They also impacted our family, friends, colleagues and community. Even strangers were thinking: if it could happen to the Barters it could happen to anyone.” Some individuals offered tremendous support and compassion, others didn’t respond at all. “There were people I knew who would sooner cross the road than talk to me,” Larry said.
people when they’re in such pain,” Larry suggested. “And don’t try to fix it either. You don’t have to know what to say, just let them know you care and you’re available.” After years of therapy over the loss of his beloved boys and the life he once had, Larry eventually got to a point where he consciously decided that he wanted to live and love and contribute. “I will always feel an emptiness and loss without them,” he said. “But where I used to feel like I lived 90 per cent of my life in darkness, I now feel like it’s 95 per cent light. When the darkness comes in now, I know it will pass.” Loving his sons and keeping their memories alive has helped him get to that place, yet he couldn’t have done it on his own. He needed counselling, and he needed to connect with others. It may appear that the people mourning a loved are doing just fine. Larry doesn’t want us to be fooled by their facade, and to keep letting them know we’re here for them, for as long as they may need us. Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com
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“What my family and I needed was not to be ignored, but to feel included and connected.” At the time, Larry was the regional director of alcohol and drug services. He is now a clinical counsellor and understands that this kind of avoidance stems from survivor’s guilt. While this reaction might be understandable to people who don’t know what to say, it’s not the least bit helpful to those who are grieving. Other things that didn’t provide solace were wellmeaning comments such as: everything happens for a reason; he’s in a better place; time heals all wounds, you can always have more children; and God has a plan. Hearing “I know how you feel” was not comforting either. “Linda Woods hosts a support group for bereaved parents called The Compassionate Friends of Kelowna,” Larry said. “I sat in a room full of people who had also suffered the loss of a child, but I didn’t know how they felt. I only knew what I was going through.” Asking mourners how they feel and what they need is infinitely more supportive. “My advice is not to avoid
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Seeing the truth on caribou numbers Editor: Government wolf kill justification facts are selective. I’ve read government documents like, “Implementation Plan for Ongoing Management of Boreal Caribou (Rangifer tarandus caribou pop. 14) in British Columbia” as well as the “Boreal Caribou Science Update MoE 13October2010” and the scientists explain very clearly that the Caribou population decline is due to “anthropogenic disturbances” explicitly described as “destruction,
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degradation and/ or impairment of biodiversity and natural processes” caused by humans, mostly industry and not wolves. The scientists clarify, “Decreasing the expected rate of decline in the Boreal Caribou population and significantly reducing the probability of extirpation may be achieved by protecting Caribou and their habitat from industrial activities, and managing the size and/ or mitigating the effects of industrial footprint” and suggest such
actions as “protecting habitat from industrial activities by changing practices associated with industrial activities and standardizing operating and planning practices.” They suggest remediation by, “restoring habitat disturbed by past industrial activities, and developing industry standard management practices” and give examples including, “industrial and military effluent pipeline leaks and flare stack leaks creating mineral licks introducing toxins and mortality” as well as “air-borne
pollutants and flare stack sour gas poisoning”. They state, “caribou have low productivity rates, bearing one young per year” and “caribou have many natural predators, besides wolves, including black bear, grizzly bear, wolverines, lynx and even golden eagles, observed preying on neonatal caribou calves in the spring.” Other cumulative threats besides wolves and energy production include, “residential and commercial development, agriculture, mining, transportation and
To blame the wolves and create this “witch hunt”, as a helicopter pilot of 20 years in the South Peace region explained it to me, is unjustifiable. service corridors, hunting and logging, natural system modifications including dams and water management /use, invasive and other problematic species such as deer migrating into caribou
habitat carrying disease and parasites, pollution and climate change causing habitat shifting and food alteration and temperature extremes.” To blame the wolves and create this witch hunt, as a helicopter pilot of 20 years in the South Peace region explained it to me, is unjustifiable. This, coming from a man who admits enjoying hunting and killing wolves, who sees the truth regarding what’s happening with the caribou, with his own eyes. Stacey Gaiga
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Well overSALE—TUESDAY 250 butcher cowsSALE and showed a steady sale. Another exciting sale today as we saw another 550load headhit the The Gangstarted Ranchofftoday a pace as theyasshowcased of hit butcher This year strongset here in Kamloops, 500 head ofacattle the sale sale ring. Todaypen cow/calf pairs made up almost half ofpowered the saleto cows, the young of 24 head of heiferettes 1024 lbs ring. Darrel &Don DorisMoses Squairput fromthe Lumbypower built the the butcher trade receipts. to fire ourunder butcher trade with 107.00 885 lb at 119.00. The mature butcher 71.75. with lb cows topped 127.00 or $2400.30 per Their reached 1623 lb butcher 22351890 lb.with butcher bulls marking 126.50. Melhead. & cows Vickie Hough from Falkland had124.75 1705 lb. butcher cows markRanch 106.00 and 1950 lb.Mitchell cows cows marked and their 1340 lb heiferettes traded tolb132.00. 1898 lb bulls hit 86.00. The Char Springs 2010 butcher bulls at 105.50. Ranch today had 1538 butcher cows mark Cattle Co. 83.75. hadThe 2105Hiwan lb butcher bulls mark 145.00. The Cattle Co. had 925 marked Gordon & Linda Watts 2125 lblb.Frolek butcher bulls topped 104.75. The224.00, Rosebank Ranch 2380heifers lb. butcher bulls hitA top 126.50. lb steers mark their 831 lb hereford raced to 220.50. pen of 85.00. & Ginger topped our bull at 2045 hitting FeederKen cattle were Cameron strong. Cam Ensign fromtrade Kelowna hadlbs825 lb. 26 heiferettes, 1073notch traded to 139.75 a complete liner loadbutcher of their 1338 Hereford 166.00. Dennis Clausen from Clinton had cows 753 87.50 andsteers 2020 lblbsbulls at 88.00. TheandHarris Ranch 1335 lb hereford butcher cowsEarl marked Howath from Sechelt BC lb.powerful heifersGeorge trade to 179.75. Joe126.50. had 715 lb. Redcows baldie steers hit 74.00. Dinwoody also had 1602 lbPatbutcher hit 74.50. set an excellent paceRay with&630 lb s/c’Doll s marking theirof 500feeders lb s/c’s notched trade to 206.50. Joyce with 249.50, a top load today. Garrett Ranches liner load212.00, of kill cows weighed 1329 lb and brought Their 695 lb. steers s/c raced to425 239.00. 307.00 and their 495 lb hit h/c’s raced to their 264.00.405LHlb. Ranch saw their lb red 72.50. The 130 Mile Ranch also had 1330 lb butcher cows to 74.25. Doreen Harry’s 340 lb. s/c hit 231.00, the 300 lb. h/c’s rolled to s/c’s hit 337.00. John Barten of Lillooet had 1011 lb steers sell to 191.00. Wayne 220.00. John Issler's 700 lb. RedGeorge steerssaw hit 213.50. The Walter Susan Stidall of Prince load of Coldstream fancy 750 tolb Howell’s&880 lb bulls brought 206.50. Bob Pasco’ s their 1775 lb feeder cows sold Ranch filled the ringthe with 1074 lb. open heifers, they tradedpen to red steers hit& Ginger 134.00, 825heifers steers 130.25 a 518 beautiful 129.00. Alan Glen’open s 500 lblbangus s/c’sold s hit to 309.00, theirCow/calf lb redpairs h/c’s 134.50. Their 1168 lb. reached 134.00. of theirput 760the lb heifers heavy heifers 809 lb traded reached 270.00, the 390 met lbon h/c’125.00 s soldedge toand 310.00. McGillavary & Livestock’ today buyers the ofthetheir seats asLand Wayne & Jills Hughes from Lumby a their beautiful of Angus cow/calf 840 lb black steers reached 705 lbpen blk steers hitDave 244.50. Dan & to 115.00 their pen ofshowed 647227.50, lb heifers traded to 127.00. Wootten pairs18 trading to top 2400.00 pair. The 3 group year 2525.00 Colleen Law of Lone Butte hadper an outstanding of redreached angus calves. Their& with head of quality 800 lb heifers they olds traded to 112.25. Vic withlbthe year olds marking ThetoRosebank Ranch today 655 s/c’s4reached 277.25, the top 6112625.00. lb s/c’s rolled 288.00 and the 517 lb s/c’s Sue Meyer had 683 lb steers 143.00 and their 558 lb steers notched showcased a beautiful pen of Red baldie cow/calf pairs, they sold to 323.00. Law’lb s 546 lb h/c’Goodanetz 288.00,John the lb h/c’ s sold topairs 300.00. Dave traded to 2325.00. Greg also487 cow/calf trade 162.00 with 612 heifers ats hit 139.50. &had Denise Trueman had 675 Law’ s 700 lb s/c’Ed s reached 243.00, thesteers 590 lb h/c’ s190.00. traded to 258.00. to 2350.00. Shook’s 783 lb. hit lb steers top 144.50.
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Class A lineup for Skyfest 2015
Two of Franklin’s Flying Circus airplanes. Clockwise from top left: Dracula; Stefan Trischuk and his unique Pitts Special; and Ben Whabnoski’s comedy plane. Contributed photos
Discovery Channel’s Airshow a real nail-biter ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter
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aving few expectations, I tuned into Discovery Channel’s Airshow for the first time last week and was instantly transported to Quesnel airport 2013. The crowds, (all eyes skyward), the planes coming and going with style and flair and of course the announcer who keeps everyone keyed up as each amazing aerial trick is executed. But what I wasn’t expecting was to actually get up close and personal with the pilots, wing walkers, air boss and a myriad of other people who work tirelessly
behind the scenes to ensure a safe, smooth show. Now that I have two episodes under my belt, I’m starting to see the trend. The feature pilot is SuperDave Matheson, a favourite at Quesnel’s Skyfest 2013 who will be returning for Skyfest 2015 this year. The cameras follow SuperDave to various air shows where he experiences different issues with his plane, as well as the other pilots and ground crews. We, as the audience, are in the plane with the pilots, we see the turns and tumbles of the plane and hear the voice of the pilot as he coordinates with the ground crews, the air boss and
sometimes as the pilot talks to himself of what’s going on. It’s exhilarating, frightening, nail-biting footage that holds the audience spell-bound. We also learn of some of the aerial obstacles pilots face given different weather conditions, altitude issues and technical glitches that place pilots and planes in imminent danger. We watch as the pilot tries to circumvent these obstacles and sometimes accepts an unexpected return to the tarmac before disaster ensues. On Monday, Feb. 9, Airshow features footage from Skyfest 2013 where familiar landscape, show scenes and background
angst brings Airshow to our own backyard (or airport as is the case). I was hooked the first five minutes of the first show I watched and I’m looking forward to see what they feature at our very own airshow. This year, Skyfest 2015 will not only feature the wildly popular SuperDave, Canadian Snowbirds and CF-18 but also new to Quesnel, young Stefan Trischuk in his two-seater tricked out custom-built Pitts Special X2C biplane; Tinstix of Dynamite with explosive pyro shows; jet trucks; Franklin’s Flying Circus with their oneof-a-kind biplane solo and a comedy act like no other; Manfred Radius
who performs with his sailplane (also called a glider) to classical music; Jon Melby, with more than 35 years experience, entrances the crowd in his Pitts S-1-11B bi-plane; and a couple more as yet not confirmed. Already Airshow 2015, which will again be filmed by Discovery Channel, is shaping up to be a memorable event. Tickets are already available and if you hurry and buy them online at www. quesnelskyfest.ca before Feb. 14, Family passes are just $35. Don’t forget to pick up your Skyfest calendar for just $5 at various locations around the community including tourist bureaus in
Quesnel, Williams Lake and Prince George, the Quesnel Legion, Quesnel Art Gallery, SPCA, Circle ‘S’ Western Wear, McKelvie Financial, Karin’s Deli, Tower Inn, Seniors’ Centre and Benjamin Moore Paints or from any Skyfest director, the Flying Club or local Air Cadets. This calendar is not only an ideal way to preview some of the performers as well as the perfect souvenir to collect signatures and memories at this year’s Skyfest. As you watch the remaining episodes of Airshow, conjure up the images of fantastic flyers and their amazing aerial acrobatics over the blue sky of Quesnel. Can you imagine!
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Celebrate with Rotary Club of Quesnel Feb. 20 in Spirit Square
On Feb. 20 the public is invited to join Rotarians at Spirit Square from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. for Rotary Day in Quesnel. The City of Quesnel has proclaimed Rotary Week in Quesnel, Feb. 16 – 22. This is in celebration of the 110th anniver-
sary of the founding of Rotary International. Savalas will be on site serving burgers for $7 each with $2 being donated to Polio Plus and Rotarians will also have cookies from Quesnel Bakery bearing the Rotary logo. So your lunch plans are set.
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288 Flamingo Street 250-992-1001 Everyone Welcome
Worship ........... Sunday 11:30 am Kids City ................. Sunday 10:00 am Life Group ............... Tuesday 7:00 pm | www.lpcbc.ca Pastor Brent Cletheroe | Like us on Facebook
Life Group Series: Thy Kingdom Come
A Place To Call HOME
382 Anderson Drive Pastor Andrew Baduria 250-983-9700 Service Times Sunday Morning Worship 11am • Sunday Afternoon worship 2 pm Wednesday evening prayer and Bible study • 7pm
Exploring the Book of Revelations
Maple Park Alliance Church Worship Service: 10:30 am Kids On The Rock 11:00 am (dismissed during service) Lead Pastor: Ken Cyr
mapleparkalliancechurch.ca For more information call 250-747-3248 2075 Balsam Ave.
The Lords Prayer: Part 2 Matt 6:10
246 St. Laurent Ave. 250-992-8784 Lieutenants Stefan & Laura Van Schaick Sunday service 11:00 am “Whosoever will may come” Turn your ear to wisdom and apply your heart to understanding, Proverbs 2:2
BETHEL CHURCH In South Hills
250-747-3116 - 143 Coach Road Lead Pastor: Monte Harrop Youth Pastor: Nate Siebert FAMILY WORSHIP SERVICE 10:30 am Children’s Church (2-11 yr. olds) during service www.bethelchurchquesnel.com
Bible Study 9:30 am Worship Service 11:00 am
Divine Service: 10 a.m. Sunday Sunday School & Bible Class: 11:20 a.m. Everyone Welcome
NORTHSTAR CHURCH Lighting the Way to Jesus, to Life, to Others. (a Fellowship Baptist Church)
Sunday Worship Service 9:15 & 11:00 am
301 North Star Road (2 doors from McDonalds)
“Know Jesus. Show Jesus” Pastor Monte Harrop
“God’s Plan For A Healthy Church” Pastor John Nicholson
St. John’s Anglican Church 465 Kinchant Street • 250.992.6152 Visit our website : www.stjohnsquesnel.com email : stjohnsquesnel@shaw.ca Sunday : 10am - Family Communion 4th Sunday : 10am - Morning Prayer Tuesday : 2pm - Holy Communion Hall Rentals: Honey Affleck 250.992.5875 Secretary: Honey Affleck 250.992.6152 Minister: Len Fraser Deacon: Margot Rose
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Pastor Leonora Buthge Sunday Service - 11:00 am Saturday Outreach - 1:00 to 3:00 pm
214 Anderson Dr. 250.991.8574 “Continuing the Ministry of Jesus peacefully, simply, together.”
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Serving with joy the people of Quesnel Lay Ministry
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QLA presents The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer
Quesnel Live Arts (QLA) presents Juno-nominated The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer in concert, Feb. 11 at Chuck Mobley Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Correlieu senior secondary school is also a scent-free environment so everyone attending events at the school are asked to respect that policy. In reality, Shawn ‘The Harpoonist’ Hall and Matthew ‘The Axe Murderer’ Rogers evoke much more than just grisly nautical imagery. Armed with an arsenal of harmonicas, a mess of foot percussion, and a road-worn Telecaster, the duo kick out raw and primal blues in the tradition of a ‘decades-deep blues style’ (Scott Brown, What’s up Yukon), while infusing the genre with a jolt of renewed energy. The two met and bonded over music while recording a radio jingle. Their memorable name is inspired by a lyric from Kris Kristofferson’s Bobby McGee that references the blues harp, (‘I took my harpoon out of my dirty red
The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer perform Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in Chuck Mobley Theatre.
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bandana’) and ‘axe’, a common term for the guitar.
Shawn and Matthew have received considerable recognition in the last few
years and pounded their fair shares of festival stages and had their songs featured on television shows such as The Good Wife, Blue Bloods and the aptlynamed TV movie Lizzie Borden Took An Axe. The duo has no plans to slow down after their hectic summer of festivalhopping. They’re on a continuing journey, constantly finding inspiration from musicians they meet or collaborate with. These encounters challenge them to deepen their songwriting and to keep performing with their trademark fervor and honesty. Tickets for Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer are $25 each, $20 for seniors and youth. They may be purchased in advance at Save-On Foods, KMAX, Green Tree Health, by calling 250-7472207 or at the door. To find out more about QLA visit www.qla.ca, join them on Facebook or email qlarts@shaw.ca.
Community Calendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC... MONDAY SAVE YOUR MILK JUGS for use during Skyfest 2015, Aug. 1 – 2. Organizers are asking everyone to save, clean milk jugs with their lids on and please don’t crush them. If you have somewhere to store them, please do so, if not drop off with Connie at Curves.
ER SERIES WORKSHOP April 21, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. GR Baker Hospital upper boardroom. Cost is by donation. Preregistration required. Programs without sufficient registrants will be cancelled. To register call 1-866564-7533 or email, ljones@alzheimerbc. org.
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TUESDAY 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. ALZHEIMER SOCIETY PRESENTS FAMILY CAREGIV-
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.)
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THURSDAY QUESNEL FILM CLUB PRESENTS FORCE MAJEURE Feb. 26, 6:30 p.m. Carib Theatre. Tickets are $9 (reg. admission) and $7 (seniors.) For information call 250-7477422 or 250-7473979.
FRIDAY MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SELF-HELP MEETING Feb. 6, 12:30 – 2 p.m. at City Hall in CD Hoy room. Planning for MS Walk. HAVE A QUESTION CONCERNING RELAY FOR LIFE? Want to sign up? Some participants from Team Family Fun will be available to help with all your questions and concerns. Infor-
mation and registration for Relay For Life will be available at the Bank of Montreal, Friday Feb. 6 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. If you are considering registering a team, now would be the perfect time to come by and get the information you need. Early registration is $10 per participant until March 1 and $20 after the early registration deadline. Please register your team now.
SATURDAY WATER GRATITUDE CONCERT with Danielea Castell, Feb. 7, Shiraoi House, doors open at 7 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.,Tickets: eventbrite.ca $20, at the door $25. Fundraiser for TheBankofGratitude.net,
QUESNEL FIDDLERS regular monthly dance, Legion Hall, Feb. 7, 8 p.m. to midnight, $10 includes lunch. For information contact 250-992-5081. 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. Meet Jay Durant from Global BCTV. 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 5k 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.
SUNDAY GOLD PAN GRANNIES SCRABBLE FUN DAY, Feb. 22, doors open at 1 p.m., play starts at 1:30 p.m. at St. John’s Community Hall. Admission, $20 ($15 each if you register with a friend) Refreshments included. There is a trophy and prizes. For information call 250-992-7485. 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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is a little vague and has a notchy engagement feel, but I did like the cue ball style shift leaver. While official fuel economy numbers were not available, Jeep is expecting a combined fuel rating of about 8.1 L/100km, which would be excellent. The 4x4 versions of Renegade also feature a unique disconnecting rear axle feature that should provide fuel economy numbers that are close to the 4x2 versions. Tek-Tonic is what Jeep designers dubbed the Renegade’s funky yet functional interior. The Wrangler theme is also evident inside and includes the requisite passenger grab handle. It’s a softer, more comfortable Jeep people place with practical features such as the fold-forward front-passenger seat and a removable, reversible and height-adjustable cargo floor panel. Renegade is also tall folk friendly with oodles of headroom, so they could even wear a hat. A minor tall-roof drawback was noted, however, when I tried to reach for a distant sun visor above the upright windshield. Jeep claims Renegade has up to 70 standard and available safety and security features. There are seven standard air bags, including a driver’s knee air bag. On top of that you can layer an impressive list of optional active safety features that includes Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Blind-spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Path detection, ParkView and a Rear Backup Camera. The all-new 2015 Jeep Renegade is in a word…how you say…Stupendo!
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The Quesnel Kangaroos first playoff game of the season against the Williams Lake Stampeders.
Kangaroos take on the stampede and win WHITNEY GRIFFITHS Observer Reporter The stands were packed and the crowd was buzzing as the clock counted down. The regular season had ended and the Quesnel Kangaroos first game of the playoff season pitted the ’Roos against the Williams Lake Stampeders. The teams were well matched, each team taking to the ice with well practiced determination. But there could only be one victor. The ’Roos started the night off strong, scoring
the first goal eight minutes and 26 seconds into the first period. The goal was scored by Tyrell Turgeon with help from fellow ’Roo Paul Girodat. It seemed a good start to the night, but the Stampeders quickly fired back scoring their first goal only seconds after the ’Roos. The visiting team followed this up with a second goal, leaving the ’Roos one goal behind in the first period. The Stampeders held the ’Roos at bay for the remainder of the first period, neither team
advancing but with the ’Roos unable to catch up to Williams Lake's one goal advantage. The Stampeders seemed to have renewed determination, picking up speed as they skated in for the second period to score three consecutive goals and now hold a four goal lead over the ’Roos it seemed the Stampeders might have the win in the bag. But the ’Roos were not going down easily or at all if they had any choice in the matter. Eleven minutes into the second period Coltin De Frais, assisted by Turgeon
and Girodat, skated in for the home team's second goal of the night. Alessio Tomasetti, assisted by Justin Fulton and Joey MacDonald, quickly skated by the opposing team bringing in another goal for the ’Roos. The game fell into a stalemate once more, neither team advancing and as the seconds ticked down bringing the second period to an end the score was 5-3 in favour of Williams Lake. With only one period left and two goals behind the ’Roos would be forced to step up their game if
they had any hope of winning. Only one minute and 30 seconds into the final period MacDonald scored the home team’s fourth goal of the night on a power play with the help of Alessio Tomassetti. The ’Roos followed this up with two consecutive goals. The tying goal was scored while the team was shorthanded by Girodat, assisted by Cam Kilbreath. And launching the ’Roos one goal ahead of the Stampeders with the final goal of the night was Josh McDonald, assisted by
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Nick Tomasetti. With only minutes left in the third and final period the ’Roos held the Stampeders at bay, determined not to lose the lead. As the final buzzer sounded the crowd roared in excitement, the Stampeders were sent home in defeat with the Kangaroos winning their first playoff game of the season, 6-5. Next up in the playoffs for the ’Roos is an away game Saturday, Feb. 7 against the Williams Lake Stampeders. If a third game is required it will be Sunday, Feb. 8.
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Keis commits to Nipissing University
A lot of hard work and dedication has paid off for a local student and athlete. Seventeen-year-old native of Quesnel, Ava Keis, has signed a four year commitment to the Nipissing Lakers Women’s Hockey Team in North Bay, Ontario. Nipissing University belongs to Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS). The 5’ 9�, 145-pound power forward sits in first place in the BC Female Major Midget Hockey League, registering 20 goals and 24 assists in 30 games. This is a BC Hockey Female Major Midget record. Her team, the Northern Cougars, has clinched first place in the B.C. Hockey Female Major Midget League in the regular season. The Cougars have broken two league records this season –
number of wins (25 wins, three losses and two ties) in a season by a team and goals for any team (125) in a season. A left- winger, Keis is playing in her sixth year in Prince George. Her last three years have been with the Northern Cougars Major Midget team, the last two as Captain. Keis has also maintained Principal’s Roll status as a student throughout her hockey career. Many people have made this opportunity possible for Keis, and she would like to acknowledge the coaching staff of the Northern Female Major Midget Cougars (Mario Desjardins, Head Coach; Stew Malgunas, Assistant Coach and Scott Forrest, Manager), Rich Abney (CKPG News), her teammates, her billet families, her family,
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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the lease of a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze LS/LT (1LS/1LT). Freight ($1,600) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and applicable taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. *Offer valid to eligible retail lessees in Canada who have obtained credit approval by and entered into a lease agreement with GM Financial, and who accept delivery from February 3 through March 2, 2015 of any new or demonstrator 2015 model year Chevrolet (except 2015MY Chevrolet Colorado 2SA). City Express excluded at outset of program; will be eligible once residuals become available. General Motors of Canada will pay the first two bi-weekly lease payments as defined on the lease agreement (inclusive of taxes). After the first two bi-weekly payments, lessee will be required to make all remaining scheduled payments over the remaining term of the lease agreement. PPSA/RDPRM is not due. Consumer may be required to pay dealer fees. Insurance, license, and applicable taxes not included. Additional conditions and limitations apply. GM reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time without prior notice. See dealer for details. †† Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickup models delivered in Canada between February 3 and March 2, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on eligible Chevrolet vehicle (except Colorado 2SA, Corvette, Camaro Z28, Malibu LS, Silverado 1500 and HD). Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer car or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between February 3 and March 2, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,500 credit available on eligible Chevrolet vehicles (except Colorado 2SA, Corvette, Camaro Z28, and Malibu LS). Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. † Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. > Based on WardsAuto.com 2012 Upper Small segment, excluding Hybrid and Diesel powertrains. Standard 10 airbags, ABS, traction control and StabiliTrak. ^*Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ~ Requires compatible mobile device, active OnStar service and data plan. Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Services and connectivity may vary by model and conditions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on certain vehicles and in select markets. Customers will be able to access this service only if they accept the OnStar User Terms and Privacy Statement (including software terms). ¥ Lease based on a purchase price of $16,855/$21,225 (including $0/$1,500 lease credit and a $670 Owner Cash) for a 2015 Cruze LS (1SA) and Cruze LT (1SA/MH8/R7T). Bi-weekly payment is $79/$99 for 48 months at 0.5% APR and includes Freight and Air Tax, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometers limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $1,590/$1,590 down payment required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $9,848/$11,931, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $7,247/$9,600. ¥¥ Lease based on a purchase price of $15,225/$19,300 (including 0/$1,200 lease credit and a $750 Owner Cash) for a 2015 Sonic LS (1SA/M26) and Sonic LT (1SD/MH9/C60). Bi-weekly payment is $75/$89 for 48 months at 0.5% APR and includes Freight and Air Tax, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometers limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $1,600/$1,600 down payment required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $9,396/$10,888, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $6,040/$8,690. ¥/¥¥ Price and total obligation excludes license, insurance, registration, taxes, dealer fees, optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. ^Whichever comes first. Limit of four ACDelco Lube-Oil-Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.
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Playing with Louttit was third Doreen Gurnett, second Irene Durocher and lead Deb Robson. Lastly placing third and fourth in the C event were the Wawryk and Louise Scott teams. Bonspiel chairperson Deb Burton and her team put on a busy fun filled bonspiel with the "Wild West" theme. The curlers were kept entertained with cowboy names, lingo, a costume contest and a banquet. –Submitted by the Quesnel Curling Club