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Dog owners warned to control pets that chase wildlife AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter Conservation officers are warning dog owners of possible fines. After several incidents involving canines chasing deer, Conservation, the SPCA and the city are cracking down. Last Friday, CO Ryane McIntyre received a complaint that two dogs were chasing and injuring a deer along the runway at the airport.

Evidence of a dog harassing a deer was captured on a cell phone. Contributed photo “With the assistance of the airport staff, the one dog was captured and I took it to the SPCA,” she said.

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McIntyre then called in officer Joel Kline to assist in tracking the second dog and locating the deer that was reported to be very badly injured. “The deer was so stressed out, it was throwing itself against the airport fence trying to escape the attack,” she said of the reported incident. After search efforts could not locate either dog or deer, officers managed to locate the dog owner, who was charged

under the Wildlife Act. A second complaint involved dogs chasing wildlife and the owners not taking enough steps to correct the situation, McIntyre said. “Meanwhile neighbours were trying to intervene and protect the deer,” she added. Another complaint was down the West Fraser Road where dogs killed a deer on a neighbour’s property. “In these complaints the owners response is that

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they are somewhat in disbelief that their dogs are causing these kinds of problems,” McIntyre said. “As well as enforcing the Wildlife Act, we also provide advice to the dog owners. “We also discuss options such as adequate fencing, electric fencing, training, training collars, and better supervision of their animal. “One comment I tell all the owners is that you have the right to have your dog on your

property, that’s it, many people permit their dogs to roam the area without concern of their activity.” The penalty for having your dog chase wildlife is $345, this includes: chasing, harassing and/or injuring. McIntyre asked all residents to call the Conservation office if they witness any such behaviour. In these instances residents documented the situation, which helped officers in their investigation.

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Volunteer Citizen of the Year? Deadline March 26, 2015

2013 Voluntee r Citizen of the Year - Liane Kimm ie

For a printed copy of the Nomination form, please pickup at City Hall – 410 Kinchant Street or the Quesnel Cariboo Observer – 188 Carson Avenue, during business hours.

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A feature highlighting meetings, proposals and events important to Quesnel residents.

CALL FOR MEMBERS

The City of Quesnel has two vacancies available on the West Quesnel Land Stability Advisory Committee. The Committee is a volunteer group that reports to City Council. The Committee is responsible to work with and in support of City Council and staff in the effort to develop a sustainable program to reduce land movement to a manageable level in West Quesnel. The Committee also acts as a liaison with the City and the community to comment on and to assist Council with communicating the City land stability action plans.

Liane Kimmie has enjoyed her year as QVCofY 2013 and looks forward to handing the title to the 2014 recipient.

Nominations needed

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QVCofY nominating deadline March 26 ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter Communities rely on their armies of volunteers who make many events possible. Quesnel is particularly blessed with excellent volunteers who commit to years of service and now is the time to recognize and honour these trojans who make Quesnel a wonderful place to work, live and play. The deadline is drawing near for nomination submissions to City Hall and the box is empty right now. After 35 years of naming Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the Year (QVCofY), organizers are still hopeful nominations will come in before the deadline of March 26. Think about the events that wouldn’t happen if volunteers didn’t do what they do best, bring skills, labour, enthusiasm and commitment

with the only goal to see a successful event like Billy Barker Days, Skyfest, our much-needed volunteer fire fighters and the myriad of sports activities that depend on volunteers. Everyone knows those who give selflessly to an organization or event. The ones who are first to step up and say, “I’ll do that.” Now is the time to pay tribute to those volunteer pillars of our community. Coun. Ron Paull, who is the city’s representative on the QVCofY committee has been a volunteer in Quesnel since he first arrived in 1970. “My first volunteer effort was with the Winter Folies in 1970,” he said with a smile. “When I started volunteering, people were volunteering and donating to the fun elements in the community. Now people are

fundraising and volunteering for fundamental needs in the community, however, regardless of the event or cause, volunteer time is precious and needs to be recognized.” Regardless of the reason, people continue to give of their precious leisure time and QVCofY wants to honour that effort and encourages the public to look around, it doesn’t take long to find deserving nominees. The form is relatively simple and can be picked up at City Hall. Any person, group or corporation, except City of Quesnel and the Quesnel Cariboo Observer and the Volunteer Citizen of the Year committee, may make a nomination. The criteria for nominations is available on the forms. Without any nominations there will not be a 2014 Volunteer Citizen of the Year.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The City of Quesnel is seeking to fill the following position:

LIFEGUARD/INSTRUCTOR IV (AQUATIC LEADER) (Full-time) Competition No. 15-11. Application deadline is March 31, 2015 at 4 p.m.

Full details are available on the City’s website www.quesnel.ca/Jobs.html. City Hall - 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 T - 250-992-2111 W - www.quesnel.ca Hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (except Statutory Holidays)

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Every year Quesnel Community Foundation provides over $3000 in scholarships and bursaries to help students pursue their educational dreams. QCF has funded projects with Cottonwood House, Barkerville

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Special guest ministers Pastors Faisal & Sabina Malick of Covenant of Life Church and Training Center - Langley B.C.

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Members do not necessarily need to own property in West Quesnel but it is important for the members to have enthusism and be committed to the West Quesnel Land Stability Project. The Committee meets approximatly twice per year or as business requires. Letters of interest will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. March 25, 2015. Please include a brief explanation outlining your specific interest in becoming a member and any applicable experience you have that could be considered beneficial for this position. For additional information please contact Jack Marsh, Project Manager at 250-992-2111.

Carl M. Olson of Quesnel April 21, 1957 ~ March 7, 2015

Historic Society, Gavin Lake, PARTY (Preventing Alcohol Related Trauma in Youth) and School District 28 to educate our youth and help them grow as individuals.

Service to follow in May and will be announced closer to the date.

Carl ~ you are greatly missed by your sons; Samuel, Jacob, your wife Cathy Shore, all of your family and all who knew you.

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The Ride Across Canada Communities for Veterans, Ride Across Canada event organizer Rio Dinu gratefully accepts a donation for $500 from owner of the Billy Barker Casino and Hotel Brad Kotzer. Karen Powell photo

Minister Thomson speaks to challenges and opportunities in forest industry Mainly Sunny High: 12° Low: 0°

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AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter

of the Forest Sector Competitiveness Strategy. The report looks to build off the province’s Addressing Chamber working roundtable of Commerce members on forestry, which was Minister of Forests, Lands created in March of and Natural Resource Operations Steve Thomson 2008 and appointed the noted recovery but “many” responsibility of looking at the future of forestry. challenges. The strategy works “We are seeing to “provide an update opportunities,” he said. on actions or areas of “We need to look focus consistent with six closely at realizing those opportunities and continue priorities”: • A commitment to using to work with industry and wood first; communities.” • Growing trees, One such opportunity sequestering carbon, Thomson highlighted Nightly (3D) and ensuring that land is was a “key initiative” 6:30 pm Nightlyfrom (2D)which to available out of Budget 2015 8:45 pm derive a range of forest Sat & Sun Matinees 2:00pm (2D) – the announcement

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products; • Creating a globally competitive, market-based operating climate; • Embracing innovation and diversification; • Supporting prosperous rural forest economies; and • First Nations becoming partners in forestry. Some strategic opportunities and challenges the report outlines include: • Increasing demand for wood products in Asia. • Increasing demand for clean energy • Expanding use of wood construction in the nonresidential and mid-rise

“We need to look closely at realizing those opportunities and continue to work with industry and communities.” Steve Thomson, minister

residential market. In the non-residential market (including commercial, industrial, recreational, institutional), wood currently holds less than a 20 per cent share across Canada and the United States.

• Growing global green building movement. • Increasing diversification of the B.C. forest sector. • Continuing global economic uncertainty. • Shortage of skilled workers. • Mid-term timber supply. “Forestry continues to be an economic foundation,” Thomson said, noting the need to engage the US in discussion on the future of the softwood lumber agreement, slated to expire in October of this year. “There’s critical work to be done.”

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The family of

Brenda Lee CampBeLL

sadly announce her peaceful passing on March 17 th, 2015 at GR Baker Memorial hospital. A visitation for Brenda will be held on Friday March 20th from 2-6 pm at Clayton’s Funeral Chapel. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 21st, at 1 pm at North Star Baptist Church with Pastor John Nicholson officiating. Brenda’s family wish to thank all those that have supported them during this difficult time. Those wishing to honour Brenda’s memory by way of donation may do so to the Dunrovin Comfort Fund, or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Clayton’s Funeral Directors entrusted with arrangements.

The family of

CAROL ANN SAWRY sadly announce her peaceful passing on March 14, 2015 at Prince George Hospital.

Fun in the sun Quesnel golfers met for a 18 hole golf tournament in Rancho Mirage, California. The tournament was at Rancho Las Palmas Country Club on March 10. About 65 golfers attended this event which Lorne Martindale organized over the last months. It was a beautiful sunny warm day when we all gathered about 11:30 for group pictures and at 12 p.m. the tournament began. Later that evening at Rancho Las Palmas Country Club our large group gathered on the patio of the Blue Ember restaurant for prizes, awards, dinner and cake. What a lovely way to end our day visiting with old friends from Quesnel. On March 9 there was a barbecue at Betty Schmit’s home here in the desert. A big thank you for Brad Chudiak, Betty Schmit, Lorne and Donella Martindale for organizing this outstanding two-day event. Diane Graham photo

Carol’s family will be planning a service to take place at a later date. Clayton’s Funeral Directors entrusted with arrangements.

C ommunity C alendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC... MONDAY BOUCHIE LAKE SENIORS LUNCH rescheduled for March 23 due to power outages last weekend. 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.

TUESDAY SENIORS ADVOCACY SERVICE will be servicing the community at City Hall-Main Floor, left

hand side, hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. except closed March 10 and 12. To book an appointment call Susan, 250-991-9664. SENIORS’ SOCK HOP AT THE LEGION every Tuesday, 2 – 4 p.m. in the lounge. No charge. Come down and enjoy an afternoon dancing to the oldies, playing darts, pool and crib. ALZHEIMER SOCIETY PRESENTS FAMILY CAREGIVER 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.

WEDNESDAY NORTH QUESNEL NEIGHBOURHOOD ASSOCIATION meeting March 25 in QJS library, 7 p.m. Mayor Bob Simpson is on hand to discuss council direction and budget process. Plan to attend to discuss the association’s future. For information contact Leanne, 2560-9928980. FRIENDS OF THE MUSEUM 10TH ANNUAL BOOK SALE, May 2, 10

a. m. – 2 p.m. Donations of used books, DVDs and puzzles may be dropped off at the museum April 1 – 25 (excluding Easter weekend) Wed. – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. No encyclopedias, Readers Digests or National Geographics please. For information call 250-992-9580.

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

SATURDAY WATER HEAL-

ING MEDICATION, March 21, 7 – 9:30 p.m., 741 Callanan Street.

sale Lions Club also taking orders for Vessey’s flower bulbs.

29TH ANNUAL DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADA BANQUET AND AUCTION April 25, Quesnel Seniors’ Centre, doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets $50/ person. Call Russ, 250-992-3485, Ray, 250-747-8313, Darcey, 250-992-7763, Sherry, 250-747-4668 or online at ducks.ca/ event

COMMUNITY WATER BLESSING AT QUESNEL RIVER, March 22, 3 – 4 p.m. Family Event, World Water Day, Quesnel River, north of Quesnel bridge. Road access opposite Carson Sub turnoff. Hosted by sound healer and Water Gratitude Artist Danielea Castell. Everyone welcome.

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. At the March 28 garage

BBBSQ’S BOWL FOR KIDS SAKE April 26 at Rev Bowling Lanes. Theme is Out of this World – Step up to Strike Out Bullying. To find out how you can get

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involved call Joanie, 250-992-7257. All monies raised help support Quesnel kids. Register online: bigbrothersbigsistersofquesnel.ca.

ONGOING EVENTS KEENAGERS FITNESS CLASS at the Legion, Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. lead by fitness instructor Cindy Paul. NOTE: classes are cancelled when school buses are not running. 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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Fishing licence revenue flows back to lakes TOM FLETCHER Black Press Quesnel fishing lovers have even more reason to cast their line. There will be more fishing spots and trout to catch in B.C. lakes and streams this year thanks to a $3 million increase in provincial funds for the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. Forests Minister Steve Thomson announced Monday the province is making good on a decade-old vow to direct all its fishing licence revenue to the society. That brings the annual revenue from $7 million to $10 million. Since the society took over freshwater fisheries management from the environment ministry in 2003, it has focused mainly on stocking smaller lakes with trout. The

extra money will allow for expansion to larger lakes and rivers, to improve access to fishing as well as assess stocks and enforce fishing regulations. The society stocks hundreds of B.C. lakes with rainbow, kokanee and eastern brook trout, mostly to provide catchable fish for recreational purposes. Society president Don Peterson said B.C. took a risk when it transferred responsibility for recreational fishing to a non-profit organization, but independent status has allowed it to set up innovative programs such as Learn to Fish and Fishing in the City. He said 250,000 residents and visitors go fishing in B.C. each year, supporting 1,000 fishing-related businesses and an estimated 7,000 jobs.

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Inspections must not lag Improving farmworker safety in terms of transportation has been a major success story in B.C. – but one that came as the result of a terrible tragedy. On the rain-soaked morning of March 7, 2007, a van carrying 16 farmworkers on Hwy. 1 lost control and crashed near Sumas Way in Abbotsford. Three women in that vehicle lost their lives and the other occupants were injured. Subsequent investigation revealed the over-capacity van had just two seatbelts. One seat was nothing more than a wooden bench. The vehicle’s tires were in poor shape and improperly inflated. It was an awful accident waiting to happen – and it did. The incident galvanized representative organizations and labour unions to demand action. Provincial authorities responded with a new program of annual roadway inspections targeting vehicles transporting farmworkers. The scale of the problem quickly became obvious, with 30 per cent of inspected vehicles failing inspection by the CVSE. One in five vehicles were found by Worksafe BC to have “serious mechanical difficulties.” The crackdown worked. Violations dropped substantially by 2008, with just 8.5 per cent of vehicles transporting farmworkers failing CVSE inspection or found by Worksafe BC to have major mechanical issues. However, there is a disconcerting new trend. A total of 265 vehicles went through checks in 2010. In 2014, that number dropped to 124 vehicles inspected. Officials think it’s because of fewer contractors and workers who are doing more carpooling. Hopefully that’s true, but the decline must be researched to be fully understood. Reduced inspections have a clear, dangerous direction – a decrease in farm worker transportation safety. More deaths as a result would not be a tragedy. They would be a travesty. –Black Press

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Music to him, noise to me

his past Sunday I went to my little film studio to write. As soon as I pulled into the parking lot and saw the van belonging to one of the neighbouring business owners, I knew what I’d be greeted with when I opened the doors: his loud music coming through the walls. I fired up my computer, put some lunch in the microwave and reluctantly went over to knock on the locked door of his store which was closed for the day. When he opened it I asked if he would please turn the volume down. This wasn’t the first time I’d made this request. “Let me hear how loud it is,” he scoffed in disbelief. “Because it’s not loud in here.” I completely disagreed but I didn’t want to argue and led him next door to my studio. I again tried to explain that one of the reasons I rent this office space is so I have a quiet place to escape my rowdy house of kids, dogs and distractions. “This isn’t loud at all,” he declared, when we reached my desk. “Granted, I am hard of hearing.” “I’m not hard of hearing,” I said. “And even with earplugs in I can still hear it.” He rolled his eyes at my predicament. I then asked

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On A Brighter Note him to consider wearing headphones if he wanted to listen to his songs at such a high volume. “Why should I?” he asked. “I’m working and this is my day off.” I told him I was working as well, and this wasn’t my day off and I was unable to concentrate with the muffled sounds of his booming stereo and heavy bass notes coming through the wall. He said I was just going to have to live with it because he wasn’t turning it down and recommended I wear earplugs. I repeated that I’d already tried that and if he didn’t stop invading my space I’d complain to the landlord. He laughed. “I can hear your microwave,” he said walking up to it. ”That’s louder than my music. I’m going to complain that your microwave is too loud.” Annoyed by the large man’s intimidation method of close-talking and blatant condescension I told him to leave. He walked out shak-

ing his head, remarking on how I was just embarrassing myself. “You realize you’re being ridiculous, right?” he asked as he opened the door. A couple of hours later he came by to say he’d changed the position of his speakers away from my wall but turned the volume and bass up and asked if it was any worse. I told him it was at the same intrusive level of noise and I remained unable to concentrate on writing. “Well, this is your problem not mine,” he said dismissively. “You’ll have to rent a place in the mountains if you want something quiet.” When I told him I didn’t wish to fight he said of course I didn’t because I would just be embarrassing myself if I complained. I informed him that I’d already e-mailed the landlord. “You must be really embarrassed you did that,” he said. I was not. Without stating his business or my location, I had also shared the experience on Facebook and quickly received a vast array of possible solutions. Among many, I was encouraged to order food from every take out place in town to be delivered to his address; take a hammer over and shut his stereo off myself; and allow a group of my biggest, strongest

male friends to show up at his store and inspire him to be more polite. None of that was my style, but I liked the strategy several people recommended: turning my stereo towards his wall and playing on repeat “The Bird is the Word,” “Let it Go” or one of the other funny songs mentioned. “Crank it full blast and then leave,” one friend advised. More suggestions followed and after tolerating the situation all day until he was gone, I read a comment proposing I find the breaker box because every box has a main breaker. Bingo. Why hadn’t I thought of that? Our two spaces used to be undivided years prior, so the control panel in my studio actually controls the electricity in his store as well. Apparently I have more than one option to turn what my disrespectful, arrogant and very noisy neighbour insisted was my problem alone into his problem as well. Hopefully he learns to be a considerate person so I don’t have to try any of them out. He was certainly right about one thing. I am embarrassed – for him. Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. LoriWelbourne.com

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Citizens deserve right to have voices heard Editor: Re: Observer, Feedback, March 6. Believe me I had no intention of responding to your letter to the editor Bob, your Worship. But after a few days of thinking about what you wrote, I felt I should. Hopefully I won’t need to mention your name seven times. I know JPC is advertised and open to the public, after many years as an elected representative as you stated, I would be a total fool if I didn’t. Perhaps you didn’t understand the meetings I was referring to were the steering committee meetings, actually after reading my first article

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again, I never mentioned JPC, only to give the date of the next meeting. I knew about the steering committee meeting that was held the first week of February, my unnamed source, Jim Glassford, (right he is one of those former politicians) found out about the steering committee meeting, (he had attended them when elected) he did attend the February meeting (have you forgotten?) I presume this is where my unfounded accusations enter the picture? Actually, Jim came to see me after that meeting concerned about the direction being discussed

politically (tearing down the old arena, no skating for a year or more, no arena use.) I believe his comment was that you were wondering how to spin this to the public,(what exactly did you need to spin?) It was like the decision had been made about the arena, had it? In that same article I believe I also asked each politician to be honest about those discussions. That was when I decided to speak up for the people of this community, heaven help me if that means doing my community a disservice. I hope I never feel I have to spin anything to the public.

I thanked people in my second article for showing up to JPC, by the way, Jim mentioned it was Feb. 10 and changed to Feb. 17 (was that advertised loud and clear?) I made sure the date was in my article. Actually I thought my article made people decide to attend and show their displeasure with the possible direction of the politician’s – what do you think, your worship? Of course I spoke when given the opportunity – as did others, voice concerns over the arena, tearing down the old one was not what the referendum vote wanted. Seventytwo per cent voted yes! Democracy is freedom of speech. In regard to

doing a disservice to my community, personally I find that disrespectful to me and other former politicians. As former politicians, we shouldn’t have opinions or offer advice – you have to be kidding. In other words our knowledge and expertise is no longer relevant. Really? So when you were a former politician, did you write and get quoted in the Vancouver Sun, Aug. 14, 2014, The Province, Nov. 13, 2013 and on CKNW, Oct. 25, 2014, I am certain there are more but didn’t feel it necessary to do the research. A little like the pot calling the kettle black,

don’t you think? Were you doing our community a disservice by your comments? Does disservice only apply to everyone else? I am certain the people will let me know when I am doing them a disservice. I will continue to believe the cup is half full never half empty. I ask again – for the public to be advised when the next steering committee meeting is and when the application for the Federal Gas Tax Strategic Priority Fund has been submitted so that citizens can have their voices heard. Mary Glassford Quesnel

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Mike Crozby struggles every day to cope with his epilepsy but hopes for a bright future for himself and his daughter. Contributed photo

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or some, epilepsy is a hidden disease where seizures are either infrequent or controlled by medication. However, for some, like Mike Crozby of Vernon, B.C. they crippled his life. At the age of about 18 months old, doctors found he had abscesses on his brain and Mike underwent four surgeries after which he suffered with grand mal seizures up to about the age of five years old when they stopped as suddenly as they had begun. By Grade 2 or 3, Mike was falling out of his chair at school. The other kids made fun of him and the teachers thought he wasn’t paying attention. By this time the family had moved from the United States to Vernon, B.C. Mike was having complex partial seizures (partial unconsciousness) which looked an awful lot like he was either drunk or stoned, just spaced out. “I could walk for blocks without even knowing it,” he said. Suspecting his behaviour was indicative of something besides his learning disabilities, he was sent to Children’s Hospital in Vancouver and throughout his elementary and high school years he underwent many tests including MRIs which showed seizure activity and by Grade 9 he was on seizure medication. “I was confused and was getting bullied because on a couple of occasions I wet my pants,” he admitted. By this time Mike knew he was having simple partial seizures, also known as an aura or warning. Consciousness stays fully intact but can cause distorted thinking, hearing, taste or vision to name a few. “I would experience an aura where I had a metallic smell and taste,” he said. “This was enough time to get to a safe place before the seizure got worse.” These lasted until about 2012 and Mike said they were manageable and he could work around them. “I knew when they were coming so I could manage the seizures.” Mike became a carpenter, worked in the industry and was doing very well. “I had a couple of episodes where I didn’t get an aura before a seizure and the specialist at Vancouver General

Hospital (VGH) added a medication which seemed to work,” he said. “I was up front with my employer right at the interview. They were hesitant at first but they gave me a trial period and it seemed I was doing fine so they fully employed me.” In 2003, Mike became a single dad to his two-yearold daughter. After a custody battle where the mother’s family used his epilepsy to challenge his ability to care for his daughter, Mike was awarded full custody. At age 29 (2012), over a period of two weeks, Mike had five or six seizures, all without warning which prompted his employer to lay his off. “The seizures became more frequent, all without warning and again my epileptologist, Dr. Mano Javidan, added yet another medication. By February 2013, Mike was in the Seizure Investigation Unit (SIU) at VGH where an MRI and specialized tests confirmed him as a candidate for brain surgery. The combination of medications which weren’t working and the scar tissue from those early surgeries launched Mike into the world of waiting for the call

for surgery that would hopefully change his life. He wasn’t able to work, was raising his young daughter and couldn’t drive. The one bright spot was his mother, who was his biggest supporter, lived a block away. “On average I was having nine or so seizures a day.” In December 2013, the day before he was to leave for surgery in Vancouver, Mike had a grand mal seizure at about 8:30 p.m. He hadn’t had a grand mal since he was a baby. This time he was laying in bed when his daughter was unable to get a response from her father. “My daughter called my mom and she called 911. I was taken to hospital but had no memory of even getting out of bed or the trip to the hospital.” The next day he was on his way to Vancouver. Mike always sat in the back seat as he had grabbed the wheel during a seizure on past trips. His mother drove and his daughter was in the front seat. Surgery to his right temporal lobe and removal of scar tissue as well as a repair to a soft spot in his scull was performed by renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Gary Redekop at VGH. Mike was seizure free for about three weeks before complex partials came back as well as seizures during the night. In February of last year, he was back in the SIU and again in October to start the process all over again. He was back on medications. This time the tests in the SIU indicated seizure activity. “Dr. Redekop said after the first surgery there was a strong possibility I would require another surgery.” He was given the following possible surgeries either take out more brain matter, implant or a combination of both. These days Mike spends much of his time sleeping, 10 – 11 hours a night plus daytime naps. He also suffers with migraine headaches when the weather changes. “I walk my daughter to school every day then drop by a friend’s house for a visit then they drive me home.” If the next surgery is successful, Mike would love to return to carpentry, even just as a hobby. His life revolves around his epilepsy. He realizes his epilepsy is affecting his daughter’s and his mother’s lives as they must always be on guard for his next seizure. see PAGE A10

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Purple Day, March 26, a time to support those living with epilepsy from A9 However, despite the part epilepsy plays in their lives and all the medical interventions he’s required, Mike and his daughter are very close. “We spend as much time together as we can.” Mike has also joined an internet group for people with epilepsy where he offers his insight into the disease that has brought such havoc into his life. Between seizures, medication adjustments and his constant fatigue, Mike has instituted checks and balances to ensure he takes his meds on time and other responsibilities are not forgotten. His daughter also tracks his seizures to provide vital information to his medical team. He had nothing but praise for his surgeon Dr. Redekop and his epileptologist Dr. Javidan. “Both specialists are wonderful and have helped me a lot,” he said. “The nurses and staff of SIU are so kind. The unit could help so many more people if they had more beds. It’s so critical for so many people.” The SIU in Vancouver is the only facility of its kind for adults with epilepsy in B.C., including those waiting a possible epilepsy diagnosis. March 26 is Purple Day, a day to recognize and support people living with epilepsy. In Quesnel, for the second year, fundraising efforts by epilepsyQuesnel group, including

the sale of Quesnel Bakery’s purple cookies at many locations around town, epilepsy

support bracelets and donations, are all to assist the acquisition of two more beds in the SIU at VGH. Look

for posters around town for more information or e-mail Natasha at epilespy. quesnel@ymail. com.

For Mike surgery is one of the only remaining options to control his epilepsy. “Having epilepsy is

very difficult, it sucks but it can always be worse,” Mike said. “I recently had a seizure and am sore

everywhere, headache and sore jaw and my mother is bitten. But tomorrow is right around the corner.”

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Justine Pelletier of Barkerville Brewing will be proudly serving their products at the Quesnel Craft Beer Festival, March 27. Annie Gallant photo

Craft beer on tap at Festival Barkerville Brewing is one of six microbreweries slated for the Cariboo Craft Beer Festival, hosted by Rotary Club of Quesnel, March 27 beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Quesnel Seniors’ Centre. Microbreweries are defined as producing smaller batches using specialty recipes. The craft beer industry prefers no preservatives, instead relying on the hops in their product for preservation. “The hops in our beer is a natural preservative, we use no chemicals,” Barkerville Brewing’s Justine Pelletier said. “Large breweries use a process called high gravity brewing where water is added to a concentrate containing corn syrup before bottling. Our process involves malt, hops and yeast and sometimes flavouring.” She said for example their Birch Syrup Stout uses local birch syrup which is added at the end of the process for a uniquely Cariboo flavour. The Cariboo Craft Beer Festival is design to offer the public a chance to taste several different craft beers. With your $25 ticket price, each person receives tokens for three craft beer samples, a Bliss

burger and a souvenir six-ounce Pilsner beer glass. Additional samples are $2 each. Along with Barkerville Brewing, Wheelhouse Brewing from Prince Rupert, Sherwood Mountain Brewhouse from Terrace, Three Ranges Brewing from Valemount, Pacific Western Brewing and Scandal Brewing from Prince George will offer samples of their wares. With just over a year under their belt, Barkerville Brewing is happy with their initial success. “We’ve had lots of support and are now distributing all over B.C. with a strong presence on Vancouver Island,” Pelletier said. “We recently shipped our beer to Manitoba.” She added they are producing the equivalent of about 28,000 cans of beer a month or 15,000 bombers (650 ml). “We looking to expand to canned beer this summer with a lager product for distribution in the north.” Pelletier said beginning in May Barkerville Brewing will be a feature at the Quesnel Farmers’ Market. Beer festivals are another opportunity to introduce their product to the public and Pelletier said they attend many over the

course of the season. “We do festivals all over the province. Its a great way for people to try numerous styles of craft beer before deciding on a favourite. “This beer festival is particularly exciting as it shows off the microbreweries in the north in a fun and relaxed environment. Having this event hosted by the Rotary Club of Quesnel is good for the community as well.” Barkerville Brewing will be showcasing two new ales – Mucho Oro, the

New Caldedonian Common Lager and Double Cherry Cask Stout. Tickets for the Cariboo Craft Beer Festival are available at the Visitors Centre, City Furniture, Cariboo Hose and Hydraulics and Barkerville Brewing. There will be door prizes, a chance to win a beer fridge donated by City Furniture and 50/50 raffle. Follow the Rotary Club of Quesnel on Facebook for more details and fun daily beer facts.

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Betty Eyolfson is flanked by daughters Judy Kowaski, left and Brenda Bare, right who with the members of Cariboo Chapter No. 72 in Quesnel of the Order of Eastern Star (OES) acknowledged Betty’s 60th year as a member of the OES. Betty joined Aurora Chapter No. 119 in Peeceville, Saskatchewan on March 1, 1955 and served as their Worthy Matron in 1967. Before leaving Saskatchewan, she affiliated with Hiawatha Chapter 47 in Kamsack. Shortly after she and her husband Emil settled in Quesnel they affiliated with Cariboo No. 71 in 1975. Betty served as Worthy Matron a second time while Emil was elected seven times as Worthy Patron. Betty was appointed Grand Representative to Missouri in 1992 – 94. Both Judy and Brenda have served as Worthy Matron of Cariboo Chapter No. 71 and all three have been active in the local OES cancer dressing station. Altogether the family has 124 years (Betty 60; Brenda 39; Judy 25) of dedication to the principles of the Masonic family of helping others. Contributed photo

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Responsibilities: Identify and locate a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family or other close community members as possible out of care option. t Work collaboratively with MCFD Social Workers, partner agencies and community. t Coordinate and implement Preventative workshops t Assist to develop culturally relevant activities and events t Qualifications: BSW t Excellent Communication and computer skills t Good understanding of First Nations Culture t Valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence Preference will be given to First Nations applicants Hours of work: Full time position Monday to Friday 35 hours per week. Some weekend work may be required. Please mail resumes to Sandy Brunton Executive Director Quesnel Tillicum Society 319 North Fraser Drive Quesnel BC V2J 1Y9 Phone 250-992-8347 Fax: 250-992-5708 or email sandy.brunton@qnfc.bc.ca Deadline for accepting resumes: .BSDI , 201

Thompson Community Services

Service, Commitment, Leadership

REGISTERED NURSE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; HOME MANAGER Prince George, BC

TCS is a social services agency that provides services to individuals with developmental disabilities in a number of communities in the Province of BC. We possess an unwavering commitment to care, innovation and highly individualized, solution-focused services for individuals and their families. Fundamental to our purpose is the selection and support of committed staff members. TCS is establishing a home in Prince George for individuals with complex health care needs and developmental disabilities. As the RN / Home Manager you will be responsible for the provision of all aspects of care in the home as well as supervision, training and leadership of staff members, administrative management, communication and liaison with professionals in the community. You will also have extensive experience in a variety of health care settings and supervisory experience. As a team player you must be able to build relationships, be an excellent interpersonal communicator and be able to maintain a flexible schedule as necessary. We offer competitive salary with an excellent benefit package. Please submit resumes by April 3, 2015 to Kristine DeMonte at kdemonte@tcsinfo.ca

www.thompsoncommunityservices.com

QUESNEL IRON Henry Peterson

250.992.5151

120 Hilltop - FAX: 992.2586

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SAW REPAIR

Complete Bandsaw & Round Saw Sales & Service & Sharpening â&#x20AC;&#x153;We Sharpen EVERYTHINGâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ Carpentry Saws & Tools â&#x20AC;˘ Household Saws & Tools â&#x20AC;˘ Carbide Service â&#x20AC;˘ Knife Grinding â&#x20AC;˘ Electric Shears â&#x20AC;˘ Bandsaw Sharpening 2680 Campbell Cres. (Industrial Park - end of road) 250-992-9119

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Employment

Services

Real Estate

Rentals

Transportation

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services

Financial Services

Houses For Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

Trucks & Vans

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

AFFORDABLE ACREAGE

WILKINSON APARTMENTS 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites. Adult Oriented, No Pets. References Required 250-992-8949

Assistant Restaurant Managers

Work With Us! A&W is a Canadian success story with over 700 franchised locations across Canada. We are currently recruiting for both of our Quesnel locations. Requirements: â&#x20AC;˘Self motivated & energetic â&#x20AC;˘Team player, with the ability to lead, train and motivate â&#x20AC;˘Desire to achieve excellence in guest satisfaction, food quality and cleanliness â&#x20AC;˘Avail. to work morning / evening shifts and weekends â&#x20AC;˘ Computer literate If you have a general understanding of business principles, a passion for people and Guest Service, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d love the opportunity to meet with you in person. Please apply with cover letter and resume: ssheik@fdcbrands.com

Medical/Dental RNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and LPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

Are you currently employed or retired and have some time to make a difference in a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life? Causal RNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & LPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needed for in home 1 on 1 pediatric respite care in Quesnel. Offering Union wages, paid training, gas mileage and full support. E-mail resume to: jhols@western.ca or fax: 1.250.846.9817 Attention: Jennifer Hols

Trades, Technical CLIMBER/BUCKET Operator needed for residential tree service. Min. 2 years exp., must have valid BC DL, CertiďŹ ed Arborist an asset. $30$35 based on exp. 604-819-9447/ the.treeguy@hotmail.com

Services

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Pets & Livestock

Livestock

Commercial/ Industrial

#4759 - A little TLC would go a long

way with this 2 storey, full bsmt home on 5 acres. 5 bdrms, 3 baths and double garage. Roof just 3 years old. Priced below assessed value at $179,900.00 CALL RANDY TODAY!

Commercial Space for Lease. 1700 sq ft unit or more, up to 5000 sq ft avail. Please contact for more info 250-9839813

Randy Derrick r 250-992-7202

Duplex / 4 Plex

QUESNEL REALTY

West Quesnel 1Bdrm in TenPlex, $500 mo + Utilities, N/S,quiet pets ok, 249-5543

355 St. Laurent Ave.

12 young Angus bred cows $3,000.; 1-250-546-9766.

Homes for Rent

GREAT VALUE!

Merchandise for Sale

4 bdrm,big lot. Close to Maple Park Mall and Red Bluff school Call (250)747-3878

Auctions AUCTION March 28th Custom log furniture making equipment, 1379 Green Ave, Trail, BC www.westernstarauctions.com for pictures and updates 250-212-3418

Misc. Wanted Coin Collector in PG Paying Top Prices for Collections, Olympic, Silver & Gold Coins, Bills etc. Chad 778-281-0030 Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antiques, Native Art, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030 Local

OfďŹ ce/Retail Lovely 2 BR mobile house in quiet park. Vaulted ceiling, lg. livingroom, nice bright kitchen, spacious covered deck. Just $45,900.00 #4110 Randy Derrick r 250-992-7202

OfďŹ ce Space avail @ Fraserview Medical Building next to hospital. Suitable for professional ofďŹ ces: medical, legal, accounting and other consulting businesses. Please call Ideal Properties(250)992-5992

Townhouses

QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.

Real Estate

Reid Street COMMERCIAL BUILDING For Sale! 1500 sq. ft. Suitable for ofďŹ ce or retail, $195,000. Call Mike @ (250)925-0540

Houses For Sale WATER FRONT HOME!

Beautiful executive home on Bouchie Lake. 3 bdrm, all with a view of the lake, 2 Â˝ baths, vaulted ceiling with sky light. Gorgeous location with level .53 acre lot, beautiful yard and deck. Call Randy today. $339,000.00

Utility Trailers

Counselling

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QUESNEL REALTY 355 St. Laurent Ave.

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Trucks & Vans

355 St. Laurent Ave.

Townhouses

Quesnel Hospice & Palliative Care Provides practical and emotional support to individuals and families who are living with a life threatening illness and to those who are bereaved.

Apt/Condo for Rent North Quesnel - 1 BDRM apartment $650/mo. Available immediately. Close to DownTown. Call (250)925-0540

Misc. Wanted

1989 Jeep YJ

Complete with 2003 4.7 Durango Engine, Auto, 4WD, New Upholstery, c/w covers. Complete check out of running gear & electrical, stereo and convertible doors.

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If you have diabetes, you are at increased risk for heart disease and stroke, and other complications such as eye and kidney disease, nerve damage and foot problems. Keeping your blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol in a healthy range can reduce your risk of complications. For more information about staying healthy with diabetes, visit: www.diabetes.ca/Section_About/healthy.asp

Small Utility Box Trailer. Very Clean. $500 obo. 250-255-9893

Boats 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fiberglass Boat, good condition. $300 obo. 250-2559893

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453 Racing Road - Perfect family home with wonderful space for entertaining. This home features four bedrooms up, cozy family room, formal living room and an open kitchen with eating area. Located south of town, on a lovely, professionally landscaped half acre lot, complete with a fenced backyard and double garage. Come take a peek! Priced at $349,900.00. Leslie Johnson will be in attendance.

Cars - Domestic

110 Lambert Street - Elegant family home in popular Johnston sub. Large master bedroom with a fabulous ensuite to relax the day away. Four bedrooms in total, main level laundry and fabulous recreation/games room for the entire family to enjoy! Fenced backyard, sundeck with conversation pit and double garage are just a few more extras. Open and ready for you to see! Priced at $359,900.00. Claudia Holland with be in attendance.

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Sport Utility Vehicle 2003 Chev Tracker 4x4, Black, good cond. 225km $4700 obo. 250-255-9893

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Transportation

#4815 - LOVELY 3 BDRM, 2 bath doublewide mobile home on .72 ac. in Red Bluff. Bright, open layout with fireplace, family room, great yard & two covered decks. Also a 24 X 28 detached shop with 10 ft doors & radiant heat. CALL RANDY TODAY! $159,900.00 Randy Derrick r 250-992-7202

TOWNHOUSE on Creek Aveline Place. 2 story, 3 bed 2 bath, large garage, 55+, great neighbours, 165 strata fee, End unit $250,000. 778-4141141.

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Pet friendly 3bdrm townhouses, 1.5 baths, $745/mo. Avail. April 1st, (250)649-8439

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Lifestyles

Spring cleaning can help the economy and the environment

As you clean out that garage or basement when spring cleaning this year, you’ll likely find recyclable items like cardboard, glass, plastic bottles and metal cans. Most of us support recycling because it’s

‘the right thing to do.’ But have you ever wondered if it’s really worth the effort? You’ll be glad to know the answer is a resounding yes. Take the Ontario Deposit Return Program (ODRP), for example. Since 2007, all bever-

age alcohol containers over 100 milliliters have a 10- or 20-cent deposit. This includes glass and plastic bottles, metal cans, tetra pak cartons and chill packs sold through the LCBO, as well as in Ontario winery,

distillery and brewery retail stores. Those items can be returned to the Beer Store for a refund. Redeeming your deposit creates local jobs: the containers you return are recycled into useful new products, like

glass or aluminum containers, fiberglass insulation, cardboard and seat belts. It’s estimated every additional 1,000 tonnes of recycled waste generates seven new jobs. In 2013-2014, over 110,000 tonnes of material was diverted

from landfill under ODRP, meaning the program is making a positive impact on the province’s employment numbers. In 2013-2014, almost 303 million containers – about 80 per cent – were returned through ODRP, which

is funded by the LCBO. But around 77 million containers still ended up in the Blue Box or a landfill. So, when you’re cleaning up this weekend, remember that you’re also helping the environment and your local economy.

CHURCH DIRECTORY The Salvation Army

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

“We don’t change the message, the message changes us.”

Victory Way Community Church

Pastor Leonora Buthge Sunday Service - 11:00 am Saturday Outreach - 1:00 to 3:00 pm

214 Anderson Dr. 250.991.8574

“ Jesus is Lord ”

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.

Saying Goodbye! Pastor Ken Cyr

246 St. Laurent Ave. 250-992-8784 Lieutenants Stefan & Laura Van Schaick Sunday service 11:00 am “Whosoever will may come” Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Proverbs 3:3

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

Saturday Services Bible Study 9:30 am Worship Service 11:00 am

“Continuing the Ministry of Jesus peacefully, simply, together.”

375 Hartley Street • 250-992-6112 Pastor Lorne Reddemann Home of the “Lutheran Hour” Sundays on 100.3 The Wolf at 8:05 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)

Coffee’s On

Services at 10am Children’s Church during the Service 250-992-8830 - www.northstarchurch.ca

“Just and Unjust War” Pastor Monte Harrop

“Out of the Stands and into The Game” 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

Lay Ministers

A Place To Call HOME

1518 Maple Drive 250-747-1357

Trinity Lutheran Church (LCC)

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

Celebrate Our Saviour Easter Musical April 5, 11:00 am

St. Andrew’s United Church Established in 1911

Serving with joy the people of Quesnel Lay Ministry

• Sunday Service & Sunday School: .............. 10:30 am • Healing Clinic : To arrange an appointment Call Lynn LeBlanc at 250.747.4694 218 Kinchant St. Office: 250-992-2313 standruc@quesnelbc.com

Heart Promises

REFORMATION HOUSE

Reviving Truth, Restoring Family, Releasing Destiny A community christian church where you’ll experience God’s love and grace to touch your life and impact your family Downtown Quesnel Suite 2 - 213 St. Laurent Avenue, Sunday mornings @ 10 am Great Children’s Program - 778-414-2728 WOW - Women of Worth Be the Change You Want to See! Build self-esteem/friendships. Open to all women. Reformation House, Suite 2, 213 St. Laurent Ave. Wednesdays 10 am - noon - 778-414-2728

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Sports

Friday, March 20, 2015

Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Whitney Griffiths Sports Reporter

Giving you a reason to run Reason 2 Run hosted their first ever St. Patrick’s Day Pace and Pint 5 km run/ walk Saturday, March 14. The run/walk took the 175 participants in attendance along the Riverfront Trail, starting and finishing at the Cariboo Pub and Hotel. The event raised $4,890 for the Quesnel Cancer Care Chemotherapy Unit. Contributed photos

QFSC challenges the competition in Kelowna WHITNEY GRIFFITHS Observer Reporter Several members of the Quesnel Figure Skating Club (QFSC) travelled to Kelowna to attend the Super series Final. Skating for Quesnel in the Star 5 Girls U13 category and taking seventh place was Beverly Smetaniuk. Casey Fisher skated in to 10th place for Star 4 Girls and 13th place in Introductory Interpretive. Fifth place in Star 4 Girls 13 and over went to local figure skater Katherine Osmond. Also competing in a Star 4 level was Grace Dunn.

Dunn took eighth place at this event. Earning sixth place in Star 4 Girls U10 was QFSC member Alexa McTavish. Competing in Senior Silver Women’s division was Cassandra Greenwood. Greenwood took fifth place at this event, while also achieving an overall provincial ranking of second place. Representing Quesnel in Gold Women’s division was Carmen Huang, with her performance at the Super Series earning a third place win. Huang also skated in at fourth place overall

provincially. QFSC member Madison Nickolet took 21st place at the Super Series in the Senior Bronze Women’s division. Bringing in a Bronze evaluation for Quesnel in Star 3 Girls division was Jersey L’Heureux. QFSC member Presely L’Heureux’s performance at the Super Series brought in a Silver evaluation for Star 2 Girls. And last but not least, lone male competitor from Quesnel Mitchell Dunn earned a Bronze evaluation for Star 2 Local figure skater Carmen Huang (right) stands among fellow competitors at the podium, having Boys at the event. earned third place in Gold Women’s division at the Super Series Final in Kelowna.

Contributed photo

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Sports Fri d a y Fish at the Alamo

Check out our Catch! Homemade Clam Chowder, House cut Fries, Seafood appy plate, Lightly battered cod with homemade tartar sauce !

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March 22 - 28, 2015 ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, your hard work will finally come to fruition this week. You will feel like a huge burden has been lifted off of your shoulders, and you deserve to take some time off. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, don’t allow frustration to get the better of you. A problem you can’t seem to solve may have you feeling hopeless, but perseverance will lead you to a solution.

B.C. LIVESTOCK LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS PRODUCERS B.C. CO-OPERATIVE MARKET REPORT CO-OPERATIVE MARKET REPORT B.C. LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS th th FOR JUNE JUNE 20 REPORT FOR 19 CO-OPERATIVE MARKET STEERS HIGH HEIFERS HIGH STEERS HEIFERS HIGH FORHIGH March 11 th 0-299 N/A 0-299 138.00

Participants of Reason 2 Run’s first St. Patrick’s Day Pace and Pint donned their green apparel for the walk or run along Quesnel’s Riverfront Trail.

Contributed photo

MAY 4—June 27, 2015

Registration Fees starting at only $99.00 And includes: 2 games a week Uniform Kit Team and Individual Photos

Register by March 22, 2015 For registration information visit us at www.qysa.ca 980 Anderson Drive 250-992-2223 memberservices@qysa.ca

0-299 250.00 0-299 195.00 300-399 158.50 300-399 144.00 STEERS HIGH HEIFERS HIGH 300-399 241.00 300-399 250.00 400-499 157.00 141.00 0-299 341.00 400-499 0-299 315.00 400-499 265.00 400-499 230.00 500-599 152.00 136.00 300-399 336.00 500-599 300-399 336.00 500-599 250.00 500-599 265.00 400-499 362.00 600-699 400-499 342.50 600-699 145.00 139.50 600-699 230.00 600-699 243.00 500-599 342.00 700-799 500-599 317.00 136.00 125.00 700-799 219.00 700-799 200.00 600-699 307.00 600-699 285.00 N/A 800-899 119.00 800-899 191.50 800-899 158.00 700-799 255.25 223.00 900+ 184.00 152.00 N/A 700-799 900+ 115.00 800-899 234.00 800-899 214.00 Butcher Bulls 115.00 77.00 -- 88.25 / D2 Cows Cows 82.00 77.00--110.75 88.25 Butcher 134.50 D1-D2 900+Bulls 205.00/D1 900+ 196.00 Bred Cows/Heifers N/A / Cow/Calf Pairs Sales to 2440.00 WILLIAMS LAKE SALE - THURSDAY JUNE 20TH Butcher Bulls 156.00 -169.00 / D1-D2 Cows 122.00 - 142.50 Today in Williams Lake saw excellent volume with just under 450 KAMLOOPS KAMLOOPS MAYbulls 27 showed a steady sale. head! Well 10TH overSALE—TUESDAY 250 butcherCHAROLAIS cows and MARCH & RRTS VALLEY BULL SALE Another exciting sale today as we saw another head theone The Gang Ranch set a pace theyofshowcased a load of hit butcher Kamloops was alive withtoday action Tuesday as 600ashead cattle hit the550 sale ring along with sale ring. Today cow/calf pairs made up almost half of the sale incredible Charolais Bull Sale for RRTS Charolais. Bob & Barb Harrison set the trend on cows, the young pen of 24the head of heiferettes 1024 lbs trade powered to ourMitchell butcher withtoto thereceipts. butcher tradeDon earlyMoses in the saleput with 2215 lbpower bulls to 165.00. Cattle Co. added with 885 at 119.00. The matureWayne butcher reached 71.75. the107.00 actionlb. putting 2460lb lbbulls bulls inmarking the ring at 168.50. Hughes from Lumby built 2235 butcher 126.50. Mel& &Jillcows Vickie Hough from the1898 fire under our butcher trade with Char 1635cows lbSprings butcher at 137.00. Benedict Ranch Falkland had 1705 lb. butcher markcows 106.00 andThe lb. cows lb bulls hit 86.00. The Ranch 2010 lb1950 butcher bulls with bullsThe marking 167.00. Keithtoday & Carrie Bostock top yieldingcows 1625 lbmark butcher atbutcher 105.50. Hiwan Ranch had 1538with butcher marked 83.75. Gordon & Linda Watts 2125 lblb.butcher cows at 136.75. The Bar M Ranch, Trace DeBoer was the trend setter for bulls the calftopped trade. His 104.75. The Rosebank Ranch 2380 lb. butcher bulls hit 126.50. 606 lb blackKen angus steers marked 300.00,topped his pen our of 541bull lb s/c’ s set the pace atlbs 325.00, their 85.00. & Ginger trade at 2045 hitting cattle were21Cameron strong. from319.00. Kelowna had 825 lb. 487Feeder lb s/cs marked 345.00. head of hisCam 500 lbEnsign h/c’s topped Terry Inskip showcased Hereford Dennis Clausen from Clinton 753the 87.50 and 2020 lbhereford bulls166.00. atand88.00. TheredHarris Ranch butcher cows a beautiful pensteers of 490 lbnotch hereford, angus cross h/c’s1335 that raced tohad 307.75, lb.lb74.00. heifers trade toDinwoody 179.75. Earl Joelb1602 had 715 lb. Redcows baldie 437 h/c’s marked 328.00. Philip Ranch’ s 740 steers rolled to 252.25, the 665 lb74.50. s/c’s hit hit George also had lb butcher hitsteers 287.00. Ranch’ lb s/c’s topped 342.00. & Penny Prigmoretoday. of Celista tradeColdstream to 206.50. Rays 511 & Joyce Doll with a Keith top load of feeders Garrett Ranches linerathit load oftheir kill powerful cows 1329 lbhitand brought showcased their 860 lb steers 234.00, 726 lblb. angus steers 255.25, their 848 Their 695 lb. steers 212.00, their weighed 405 s/c raced to 239.00. lb72.50. heifers brought 212.00. abutcher pen lb. of 606 lb fancy s,to they The 130 Mile hadshowcased 1330thelb 300 cows toh/c’ 74.25. Doreen Harry’s 340TheRanch lb.Benedict s/c also hitRanch 231.00, h/c’s rolled traded to 285.00, their 533 lb h/c’s marked 309.00. The Fennell Ranch today saw their 850 lb 220.00. John Issler's 700 lb. Red steers hit 213.50. The Coldstream Walter & Susan of Prince George load of fancy lb steers top 224.00, a ringStidall full of their 500 lb angus crosssaw s/c’stheir marking 338.00. 19 head750 of their Ranch fih/c’ lled the ring with 1074 lb.Gunderson open heifers, they traded to 389 lb fancy s reached 362.50. Brian & Sidsel saw their steers mark 296.00, red steers hit 134.00, the 825 lb steers sold to 130.25 a beautiful pen 134.50. Theirhit1168 lb.Princeton open heifers reached pairs639 their 728 lb steers 253.25. Stock Ranch, with134.00. some fancyCow/calf h/c’s weighing 760 lbtheirheifers met 125.00 andofThe thetheir heavy heifers 809 lb Bull traded lbsof hittheir 263.00 andthe 581 lb h/c’ s marked 279.00. RRTS Charolais Sale today put buyers on the edge seats asPurebred Wayne & Jill was a115.00 huge success with a first class group bulls meeting ato capacity bidding strong for Hughes from Lumby showed aof beautiful pen of crowd Angus cow/calf to their pen of 647 lb heifers traded 127.00. Dave Wootten these excellent herdto sires. Giddingsper Brothers from Telkwa selected RRTS 51B for $6800.00. pairs trading 2400.00 pair. The 3 year olds reached 2525.00 18 head top quality 800 lb heifers to 112.25. Vic & Thewith Douglas Lake of Cattle Co., a volume buyer selectedthey RRTS traded 74B for $6600.00. The Squaw with the 4 year olds marking 2625.00. The Rosebank Ranch today73B Valley Ranch picked RRTSlb46B for $6300.00. Marvin Tonn of558 Kelowna chosenotched RRTS Sue Meyer had 683 steers top 143.00 and their lb steers showcased a beautiful pen of Red baldie cow/calf pairs, they for $6300.00. Dave Allingham from Kelowna picked RRTS 67B for $6200.00 and Isaac tradedfrom toDunster 2325.00. GregRRTS Goodanetz also&had pairs trade 162.00 with 612purchased lb heifers at 139.50. John Denise Trueman had 675& Marten 41B for $6250.00. The cow/calf Coldstream Ranch, Bud Kathy Gottfriedson also volume Thank to all our bidders and buyers tosteers 2350.00. Ed were Shook’s 783 lb.buyers. steers hit you 190.00. lb top 144.50. for one exciting Sale!

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With the snow melting away, winter activities are coming to an end. Friday, March 20 will be the Twin Arenas final public skate of the season. So lace up your skates and hit the ice one final time before spring sets in.

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