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and Social Media campaigns. Government is taking action to address the rapidly changing labour market. Through the BC Skills for Jobs Blueprint, government is re-engineering our education and training programs towards a data-driven system that focuses our investment on jobs that are in demand. The Community and Employer Partnerships program is featured in B.C.’s Skills for Jobs Blue-
print and provides more support to people who are struggling to gain a foothold in the job market. It helps build stronger partnerships with industry and labour to connect British Columbians with classroom and on-the-job training, while making it easier for employers to hire the skilled workers they need – when and where they need them. To date, the program has helped more than 900 job-seekers benefit
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from work experience and funded nearly 200 projects throughout the province. “Cariboo North will reap benefits from this project for years to come as this Job Creation Partnership raises awareness of the importance of our shorelines and their ecosystems,” Cariboo North MLA Coralee Oakes said. “This is important for everything from clean drinking water to recreational opportunities in this beautiful area.”
“The project and funding provides a unique opportunity in the Cariboo Chilcotin to partner with non-profit organizations, government agencies and community groups to fill in the gaps in relation to outreach and education to residents living on water,” Baker Creek executive director Tracy Bond said. “Amanda is gaining valuable work experience and training, through the program, that she will be able to carry with her into the future.”
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Arena replacement contract and budget
The Board endorsed recommendations from the North Cariboo Joint Planning Committee confirming Vic Van Isle Construction as the general contractor to enter final contract negotiations for construction of the West Fraser Centre in Quesnel and that the project budget was revised to be up to $20.6 million.
Forestry ministry Harold Stolar, Resource Manager, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, appeared to provide an update on current Ministry projects in the region. The presentation focused on the Landscape Fire Management Planning Project, apportionment of the Williams Lake Timber Supply Area, Allowable Annual Cut partition and management, as well as the Fir Bark Beetle in the region.
Pool project The Regional District Board of Directors agreed to amend a right-of-way agreement with the City of Williams Lake to allow for the major upgrade project construction of the Sam Ketcham Pool. The amendment will allow for expansion of the recreation centre within the right-of-way to allow the installation and maintenance of utility services. The right-of-way extends along the west and south edges of the existing Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex property. Construction of the Sam Ketcham Pool Upgrade Project is scheduled to begin in March 2016. Watch the SKP Facebook page for regular updates at facebook.com/SamKetchamPool.
Water system The Cariboo Regional District Board adopted the 103 Mile Water System Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 4981. The CRD will now be authorized to execute the agreement with Saunders Enterprises Ltd. to enable the CRD to take over the operation of the waterworks system at the 103 Mile Subdivision.
Mutual aid The Cariboo Regional District endorsed amendments to the Memorandum of Understanding for Joint Service Delivery of Mutual Aid Fire Protection for the North Cariboo. The amended mutual aid agreement reflects the new levels of structural fire protection services as noted in the Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC) Playbook. Under this agreement, the Quesnel Fire Department may conduct interior fire operation if the following conditions are met: a) The Quesnel Fire Department has enough trained members on scene to carry out interior fire operations; b) Building is safe to enter; and c) To save human life. All Cariboo Regional District volunteer fire departments will meet the minimum requirement of Exterior Level fire operations. Departments covered under this mutual aid agreement include the City of Quesnel and the CRD’s West Fraser, Bouchie Lake, Ten Mile, Barlow Creek and Kersley volunteer fire departments. Further information about the CRD Protective Services can be found online at cariboord.ca. See PAGE A4
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2016 AT 7 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT 410 KINCHANT STREET ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1791 & ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1792 AFFECTING POLICIES ON SHIPPING CONTAINERS AND ACCESSORY BUILDINGS NOTICE is given pursuant to Section 466 of the Local Government Act that Council is considering amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 1662, 2009. A Public Hearing on the proposed amending bylaws is scheduled for Tuesday, February 23, 2016 commencing at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, City Hall. Both zoning amendments pertain to nearly all properties within City limits. Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1791 is concerning shipping containers with different regulations for residential zones versus commercial/industrial zones. Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1792 is concerning the siting and size of accessory buildings, recreational vehicle parking in residential zones, and the location of licensee retail stores. For more information of these amendment bylaws, visit www.quesnel.ca. Written submissions regarding the proposed amendments may be submitted to City Hall by 12 p.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2016 to be included in the meeting agenda. Oral and written submissions will be received at the Public Hearing by registering with the Deputy Corporate Administrator prior to February 23, 2016 meeting commencement. No further information or representations from the public can be considered by City Council after the public hearing has been terminated. The proposed amending bylaws and further information may be inspected at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5 between 8:30 a.m. -12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Telephone inquiries should be directed to the Planning Department at (250) 992-2111. Urszula Walus, City Planner Planning & Development Services
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2016 AT 7 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT 410 KINCHANT STREET OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1789 & ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1790 NOTICE is given pursuant to Section 466 of the Local Government Act that Council is considering amendments to Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1630, 2007 and Zoning Bylaw No. 1662, 2009. A Public Hearing on the proposed amending bylaws is scheduled for Tuesday, February 23, 2016 commencing at 7 p.m. at City Council Chambers, City Hall. The subject property for Bylaw No. 1789 and Bylaw No. 1790 is Lot 6 Block 6 Town of Quesnel Plan 17000 (vacant lot on Reid Street, see location map). Bylaw No. 1789 re-designates the subject property from D (Downtown) to T (Residential Commercial Transition). Bylaw No.1790 amends the zoning of the subject property from C-3 (Central Business District Commercial) to C-7 (Residential Commercial Transition). The purpose of both bylaw amendments is to permit the construction of a single family dwelling. Written submissions regarding the proposed amendments may be submitted to City Hall by 12 p.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2016 to be included in the meeting agenda. Oral and written submissions will be received at the Public Hearing by registering with the Deputy Corporate Administrator prior to February 23, 2016 meeting commencement. No further information or representations from the public can be considered by City Council after the public hearing has been terminated. The proposed amending bylaws and further information may be inspected at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5 between 8:30 a.m. -12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Telephone inquiries should be directed to the Planning Department at (250) 992-2111. Urszula Walus, City Planner Planning & Development Services 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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Sledding success A group of sledders arrived in Barkerville after travelling from Kamloops for four days on the Cariboo Gold Rush Snowmobile Trail. The participants consisted of riders from Kamloops, Green Lakes, 100 Mile, Williams Lake, Wells, Quesnel and Prince George. The trek was in celebration of organized snowmobiling in B.C. Ron Paull photos
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If you’ve never been interviewed for a newspaper article, consider yourself lucky, as, far too often, you’ll merely have avoided the experience of being deeply disappointed in seeing your words twisted into something that is nothing close to what you said. It’s one of the main reasons local governments and elected officials issue very carefully worded press releases in an attempt to ensure their message is not twisted beyond recognition.
from A2 The Board of Directors endorsed a resolution to submit two resolutions to the 2016 NCLGA conference. The first resolution calls for the Association to lobby senior levels of government to establish a regulatory and enforcement system to ensure that marijuana grow industry waste is disposed of appropriately and will not pollute water systems. The second resolution addresses the provincial responsibility for the treatment of invasive plant species and looks to the NCLGA and the Union of BC Municipalities to lobby the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to provide sufficient funding for the management of invasive plant species that will meet regional strategic management goals.
Two recent examples illustrate how a newspaper article can create issues in a community when none existed before it was printed. A story last week in the Williams Lake Tribune about a Ministry of Forests update to the Cariboo Regional District Board on the status of their annual allowable cut quoted me as making the claim that there has been overharvesting of green timber in the Quesnel area and the provincial government has done nothing to address this. What I actually referenced was a well-documented case of overharvesting green timber in the Morice Timber Supply Area (around Houston) and the government’s publicly reported failure to respond to this in an appropriate manner. For reasons that should be self-evident, I’ve asked for and will get a correction to that story.
Economic association The CRD Board received the Interlakes Economic Association Cooperative Marketing Partnerships Program grant application, which was submitted to Destination British Columbia. The Board approved a request to support the application with $2,500 in grant funding; with $1,250 being allocated from the South Cariboo Economic Development Function budget and $1,250 being drawn from Northern Development Initiative Trust collaborative program funds.
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The second example isn’t as simple to get corrected: the recent story in the Province newspaper that characterized Quesnel as a crime-ridden community in the midst of an economic apocalypse. Worse yet, the article gave the impression that this was my view of Quesnel, and now some people are angry and upset about their Mayor’s apparent negative attitude toward our community. The reality is that a reporter from the Province called me about our re-branding initiative, which he’d seen on BC Bid, after having done some Internet research on Quesnel. Based on what the Internet informed him about our City he questioned me about our crime statistics, the Canfor mill closure, the recent reduction in our population, school closures, and a host of other “news-worthy” stories the Internet had provided him with. I tried to correct the impression he’d formed about Quesnel and spoke about our affordability, our green spaces and trail systems, our active community, and all the initiatives Council was undertaking to ensure Quesnel remains vibrant and resilient through this transition period. Unfortunately, we don’t get to proofread these “news” stories before they’re printed; the reporter always gets the final word and gets to frame the story the way they see fit. That’s why politicians are becoming more and more reluctant to do open-ended interviews. However, the Province article also clearly illustrates why we need to reposition our City on the Internet and why we must take more direct and deliberate steps to tell a better story about our beautiful community. By strengthening our communications about Quesnel through the deliberate rebranding exercise we’re now engaged in, we will proactively present potential visitors, residents, and investors with our better story. By repositioning our City on the Internet and social media, we will also be making our better story more readily available to any reporters conducting background research on our community.
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Finance Minister Mike de Jong is set to perform surgery on Medical Services Plan fees in the Feb. 16 budget, but he insists B.C. will continue to be the only province to charge people directly for medical care. “There are some people who advocate eliminating MSP entirely as a separate fee, and hiding it or camouflaging that fee within the general taxation structure,” de Jong said. “I disagree with that. I think you create the illusion that people aren’t paying a fee.” Premier Christy Clark has indicated that there will be relief for single parent families with income more than $30,000 a year, cutting the family rate to $75 to effectively remove
MSP fees for the children. De Jong said it’s possible to change the current rate structure, which exempts single people and families making less than $22,000 and rises in steps to $150 a year for a family of three or more making more than $30,000. The government has taken criticism for charging the same rate for wealthy people as those with low incomes. The finance ministry disputed a report from the Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation that claimed more than 850,000 MSP accounts are at least 31 days past due. Ministry staff say there are 387,381 MSP “pay direct accounts” in arrears. The amount of the arrears is estimated to be $457 million and de Jong said that is why the government takes collection action for those who owe fees.
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Lessons The 2016 Speech from the Throne contains several items that give hope for the future. There is a focus on agriculture and protecting local food supplies, attention to climate change and First Nations issues, and pledges to do something about the soaring price of housing that could lock a generation out of home ownership. Near the beginning of the document, there is a section that would have seemed bizarre just a few short years ago. British Columbians are warned about the economic trap that has enveloped Alberta. “Over the decades, Alberta lost its focus,” said the LieutenantGovernor Judith Guichon, speaking for Premier Christy Clark’s Liberal government. “They expected their resource boom never to end, failed to diversify their economy and lost control of government spending.” For decades, and particularly during the 1990s when the NDP were in power in B.C., it was popular to emphasize how much B.C. could learn from Alberta. It seemed British Columbia was somehow to blame for not sitting atop a giant lake of oil during a time of rising fossil fuel prices. Now, unfortunately for Albertans, the bust that follows all booms has arrived. And it turns out that rather than wisely investing, successive Conservative governments squandered the oil-generated wealth on government spending and low taxes. We shouldn’t be too quick to point fingers. B.C. has a more diversified economy, but we still depend on many natural resources that are subject to the rising and falling tides of the world economy. And our own government is still going forward with plans for liquefied natural gas – albeit more slowly. It’s good that we’re wary of falling into Alberta’s trap. But hopefully our government will learn the larger lesson – that there is no economy so successful that it can’t be dealt a blow by factors entirely outside the control of any premier or legislature. –BP
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ousing Minister Rich Coleman was flabbergasted at the angry response to his solution to the Victoria courthouse “tent city,” the latest tarp-covered camp to spring up in southern B.C. Coleman announced two temporary shelters with three meals a day and medical supports. One is a former nursing home close to the courthouse squat, conveniently located near panhandling and drug dealing spots as well as taxpayer-funded services. The other offers indoor or outdoor tent space at a former youth custody centre, with a dedicated downtown shuttle bus so these “victims” of “homelessness” don’t have to endure B.C.’s most generous transit bus system. We weren’t consulted, said the indignant spokespeople for those bringing newlooking tents to take advantage of food and other handouts, offered in B.C.’s warmest climate by the province’s most naïve local government. But this was just a show for the media by our resident professional protesters, some of whom aren’t really “homeless.”
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B.C. Views After the reaction, which Coleman described as “bizarre,” the combined 88 housing opportunities are being snapped up. Those on welfare will have to fork over their $375 monthly housing allowance, as the province continues to convert more housing and offer more rent subsidies. It’s no wonder that southern B.C. is the destination of choice. Coleman said it’s always been a seasonal thing, but this winter has been the highest in a decade, largely due to an exodus of economic migrants from the downturn in Alberta, naturally heading for B.C.’s most desirable real estate. I asked him about two other homeless hotspots. In Abbotsford, campers have ignored a city deadline to take down structures in a three-year-old camp, after temporary shelter and costly
This is the heart of B.C.’s “housing first” strategy, where the province has bought and renovated 30 “single room occupancy” buildings, built another dozen and poured in every possible support, including the buyout of high-living executives at the Portland Hotel Society. The study found that the hardest cases are worse off than ever, based on court, hospital and other service records, while the influx to the notorious Vancouver drug ghetto have tripled in 10 years. “I haven’t had a chance to go over that report yet, but I disagree with the assumption I’ve heard already, because I walk the Downtown Eastside,” Coleman said. “I don’t know if they do every few weeks to a month, but I’ve been doing it for about nine or 10 years and I can tell you it’s a whole lot better down there.” The question is whether problems are being solved, or just better hidden from view. Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress. ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc
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provincial supports were brought on. A courtroom and street confrontation looms with self-styled “drug war survivors” and their Vancouver legal help. In Maple Ridge, a tent camp sprang up next to the local Salvation Army shelter, with people cycling through the shelter’s 15-day limit, camping and being fed until they could go back in. Mayor Nicole Read, who has worked in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, said Maple Ridge took on its own outreach, shelter and housing effort because the province’s $1 million-a-year Salvation Army operation isn’t working. Coleman is not amused. He said he’s had no complaints about Abbotsford’s Salvation Army shelter, and Read is the only one griping. And no mayor is going to tell him how to spend provincial dollars. Maple Ridge now has two shelters with accompanying street drugs, prostitution and crime. I asked Coleman about the 10-year-study led by Simon Fraser University researcher Julian Somers on the housing, outreach and services in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.
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Stand up for our rights Editor: Re: School District 28 possible school closures. This is the way I thought the B.C. government was supposed to lead ‘the people’: premier/top advisors, elected representatives/ministries and all areas/the pubic e.g. Minister of Education B.C. school districts/boards and trustees. But this is what I seem to be observing: premier/ ministry of finance, which owns partnership B.C. which in turn, pays big money to businesses like Cornerstone Planning Group B.C.’s School districts/boards and trustees. In the second picture, we seem to be missing all elected representatives. Have you ever heard of the Cornerstone Planning Group before? I hadn’t until Bert Koning wrote about it in his Jan. 2016 letter; and then it was spoken of again in reporter Ryan Graham’s article about the schools slated for closure. Only last year, January, the B.C. finance ministry produced a report that was indeed critical of Partnerships B.C.; ‘It raises issues of conflict of interest, dubious practices and questionable assumptions in the multibillion dollar program: biased advice. Is it democratically-legal for any Canadian government to own a business that can rob the people’s elected members of almost all their authority in their appointed positions?). And, yes, I had heard of partnerships B.C., but until I googled many aspects of it, I did not realize how much influence that governmentowned business is wielding and I believe, is both affecting and effecting our supposed-government’s” proper operation...it seems that money is becoming their master! And on July 30/15, at the same time as Mike Bernier was appointed as Minister of Education, a statement from Premier Christy Clark’s office included cabinet responsibilities. Under Ministry of
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And finally, how can we in Quesnel make progress that is good for our community through all the tensions that have been put on all of us? Education, K-12 funding is one of the general responsibilities, and under major agencies, boards and commissions is listed: education advisory council, B.C. Teachers’ Council and Disciplinary and Professional Conduct... no mention of hiring an expensive consulting company, like Cornerstone, who are not elected persons (as reported in Koning’s January letter. So, why haven’t we been informed by the Minister of Education knowing that K-12 funding is his responsibility? Also, when googling our premier’s executive council, I found it written that Premier Christy Clark, a former Minister of Education herself, signed a historic six year deal with teachers that will bring five years of labour peace to our classrooms – and now the same government is closing down many of those classrooms? And finally, how can we in Quesnel make progress that is good for our community through all the tensions that have been put on all of us? In my opinion, especially District #28 School Board and its elected trustees who, I believe have been sworn to secrecy about who made these decisions by the business of Cornerstone Planning Group sent to us (to consult?) by partnerships B.C. Especially if I were an elected member of the School District, but even as a paid one (as I was in this district as a primary teacher for 19 years), I could not expect myself or any one else to give up telling the public the truth even if it meant my job. Instead of simply saying no, our reaction could be:
Yes, we’ll close Parkland School (and just have the bus that already picks up those students go a little farther to Barlow Creek School. But, we want to save the schools that were built to be community schools, and they still are ... those being Baker/ Ecole Baker and Kersley; and if any one school wants to learn how to raise money from your community, look to very successful Kersley. As well, I really favoured Parr’s suggestion of moving the grades 8 and 9 students to Correlieu this year; this idea has been “in the air”/ heardaround-town for a few years now. Why not use it now, rather than even consider closing community schools. The costsavings and financial gain of combining all high school students together could be the answer (or at least a big part of it) to our present mess. Thank you to all who read this letter; children and their education have always been a passion of mine. I believe it is extremely important for far more of us to wake up to what is really happening in parliament in Victoria. It is not enough to watch the news, and then say, oh, well. And to the District #28 School Board and Trustees: please consider these alternatives (and others) to losing two community schools. Let’s put our school board, and the elected trustees, and the children of this district, and the public all back into this picture – and stand up for our rights to have schools and a school district that we’re proud of – not one that is designed by some, rich-guys club who knows nothing about us, or schooling. This is not the way I believe the B.C. government should lead the people of this province or of SD28. We need our elected members in provincial government to be involved – not discounted – not run-over by rich companies. Ruth McClounie Quesnel
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Chamber provides opportunity for business expansion Quesnel & District Chamber of Commerce has been the voice of business in Quesnel since 1910, initially as the Quesnel Board of Trade and then, in 1968, by the name under which we currently operate. We strive to be a progressive and influential organization led by a dedicated team of volunteers and staff engaging in important dialogue to identify and provide constructive solutions to critical policy issues and influence decisions at all levels of government. For instance, we are currently engaged in updating the BC-wide Chamber policy on Grow-Op Property remediation, a stepby-step process that would, once completed, remove the black mark from a given property that currently renders it virtually unsellable. We are also engaging local business to guide us through experiences with the City sign bylaw, in turn so we can consult with the City. We also offer numerous valueadded programs that serve both small and large business. From networking events to advertising and sponsorship oppor-
tunities, membership benefit packages to professional development, the Chamber is the leading organization in Quesnel and District. A question often asked is “How will membership benefit my business?” Our main goal is to provide opportunities to grow and expand the business community, which is why we had BC Hydro and the Peace River Partners bring their Business-to-Business Networking Sessions to Quesnel on Feb. 3 to open the door to the Site C development (and mark your calendars for the Job Fair on Feb. 23, 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre) We are also hosting the 2016 Home & Outdoor Adventure Show, May 6-8, as a means of helping business showcase what it has to offer our local residents. Over 2,000 came through the doors last year, every one a consumer and potential customer. This year, Community Futures is bringing in exhibitors within a junior trade show, working with local schools to provide young entrepreneurs the experience from the other side of
the booth table. In addition to hosting networking events designed to grow your client base, we also provide access to a benefits program that gives value to you and your employees at a very affordable cost. Our program includes life, health, dental, and even travel insurance, vision care, short and long-term disability, business overhead benefits, retirement savings plans, and more. And the program is available from sole-owner and home-
based businesses all the way up to multishift employers. Last but certainly not least, we host the annual Business Excellence Awards during Small Business Week. Open to members and non-members alike, we view the event as a way to celebrate the important role played by Quesnel business in creating the North Cariboo lifestyle we have all come to know and love. All this, and we operate the Visitor Centre as well! If you would like
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Everyone was welcome to St. Ann’s Catholic School’s Fun Fair, Feb. 5. There were prizes, games, cake walk, silent cake auction, fish pond and so much more. It was a fun day for everyone. Contributed photos
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LIFESTYLES
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Sarah Hagen, innovative pianist also enjoys composing silly songs for the ukelele and tap dancing. Google image
QLA presents Sarah Hagen in concert Quesnel Live Arts presents pianist Sarah Hagen in concert Feb. 19, 7:30 p.m. at Correlieu’s Chuck Mobley Theatre. Canadian pianist Sarah Hagen has been heard in concert halls and on the airwaves throughout North America and Europe. Her interpretations have been described as “outstandingly inventive,” performed with “infinite skill.” A visionary and an idealist, Sarah’s performances are conceptually innovative, involving photography, dance and spoken word. She is the Artistic Director for Pro’ject Sound, a performance project involving live piano with large-scale projected images. She curates, hosts, and performs on numerous concert series in B.C. and Alberta,
sharing the stage with artists from around the world. Sarah’s primary teachers and mentors have been Jamie Parker, Glen Montgomery, Gregory Chaverdian, Christine Purvis, and Jean Duggan. Since her move in 2011 to an artist loft in one of Vancouver’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, she has become deeply involved with intricate projects inspired by urban vitality. In addition to writing wine reviews for her blog, “ARTIST WINES! Uncorking musicianpriced cellar secrets,” Sarah composes silly songs for the ukulele and is an enthusiastic tap dancer. Sarah’s motivation is the belief that music has the power to be a window into our souls regardless of age or knowledge
Myrtle Norma Cooper
July 8, 1925 ~ Jan. 17, 2016
Myrt passed away peacefully January 17, 2016 at GR Baker Memorial Hospital. The family would like to thank all the Quesnel health care providers especially Drs. E. Scheepers, A. Aziz and F. Jacobsohn, the nurses on 3N and the home care nurses for their compassionate care. Special thanks to the staff at Maeford Place and Clayton Funeral Directors. No service at mom’s request.
“When as a child I first understood what it meant to pull notes off a page, throw them into the air, and wonder at their magical effects, I knew that music would forever be my life – my oxygen, my solace, my offering,” she said. “I was recently asked what inspires me. This is both an impossible question and a no-brainer. Everything inspires me – my astounding colleagues, strange dreams after a
midnight feast with friends, three words strung together in a novel, a ridiculous joke, baskets of poignant memories. Let’s see. What else describes me, in 10 words or less? Well, to be honest, I take my whiskey neat.” Tickets for Sarah Hagen are $25 (adults), $20 (seniors and youth) available at Save-On Foods, KMAX, Green Tree Health, at the door or in advance by calling 250-7472207.
Honey Affleck, chair of the Quesnel Museum Commission, centre and museum manager Elizabeth Hunter, right, accept a cheque for $350 on behalf of Friends of the Museum from TELUS representative Jo-Ann Johnston. This money is from TELUS fibre optic program supporting local charities. Contributed photoi
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Edward Helmink December 5, 1939 ~ January 29, 2016 It is with sadness the family of Edward Helmink announce his sudden passing January 29, 2016. Ed was born in Cudworth, Sask., December 5, 1939, 2nd youngest of thirteen children. He moved to Quesnel in 1954. Ed worked for West Fraser Mills Ltd. for 30 years retiring in 2000. He was very sports minded playing baseball, hockey, bowling, an avid golfer and long time member of the Quesnel Curling Club. Ed was also a partner in Dragon Lake Golf Course until it was sold in 2007. Ed was predeceased by his parents Edward and Veronica Helmink, five brothers and four sisters. He is survived by his soul mate of over twenty years Margaret Thompson, daughter Lisa (Greg)
Krakowski, sons Dwayne Helmink and Christopher (Christy) Helmink, Margaret’s children Julie (Dave) Dale, Tracy Thompson and Sandra (Ryan) Bremner. His grandchildren Lexie Krakowski, Miranda, Stephanie, Sydney and Cassidy Helmink. Margaret’s To honour Ed’s wishes there grandchildren Brayden and will be no service. Brody Dale, Jayden and Anyone wishing to make a Jersey Bremner. donation in Ed’s memory may Ed spent many enjoyable do so to the charity of their hours watching his choice. grandchildren dance, play Thank you to family and music, hockey, baseball, friends for their comforting soccer, whatever they were words and support at this involved in. He also leaves difficult time. behind his brother Willie (Ev) Helmink, sisters Bernadette Special thank you to Dave Burnie and Madeline (Lorne) Dale, Tracy Thompson, Warren, sister-in-law Agnes Ken Zacherias (Clayton Helmink, many nephews Funeral Directors) and and nieces. RickGreenwood.
We are constantly inspired by the work being undertaken throughout our community by groups and associations looking to enhance all that Quesnel and district has to offer its residents and visitors. In response to our call for Letters of Intent, we were rewarded with 28 ideas, collectively looking for over $155,000 towards projects with a total value in excess of $735,000! Of those 28 submissions, 20 local groups are now working on the submission of their full applications to meet our deadline of February 19...this coming Friday We extend unconditional thanks to those groups and associations for their work in our community. sustaining partners
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James Gemmell puts Quesnel on the big stage RYAN GRAHAM Observer Reporter James Gemmell of the Canadian National Sledge Hockey team and Quesnel native has made it to the biggest stage in sports. Gemmell represented Canada at the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia where the team won bronze and said the experience was amazing. “We got to experience the opening and closing ceremonies which were amazing productions,” Gemmell said. “Being in the athletes village and the whole thing of being on the biggest stage was absolutely unreal.” Gemmell, who was injured in an automobile accident says after the accident he thought he would be unable to continue his passion for hockey. “I grew up playing hockey my whole life and after I was in a car accident and lost my leg I didn’t think I would ever be able to skate, play hockey or do anything like that again,” Gemmell said. “I kind of went through a state of depression for a while thinking life was over.” But after watching the 2006 Paralympic Games in Turin, Italy he became inspired to play the game. “As soon as I saw other guys out there that lost their legs just James Gemmell of Quesnel and the National Sledge Hockey team. like I did and the fact that it’s a physical full country and have their most part I basically stay contact sport it automatiname on the back of that back and let the more cally caught my attensweater,” Gemmell said. offensive guys do the oftion.” “Almost every kid in fensive stuff,” Gemmell Soon after the games Canada grows up wantsaid. he joined the B.C. Eagles ing that to happen so “So far this season I’ve club in Surrey, B.C. and there’s no better feeling in kind of been put in a in 2008 was named to the the world than actually role where I’m expected national team, becoming having the opportunity to to jump up in the play the first B.C. born player represent our country and a little more and play a to represent Canada play the sport we love.” little bit of an offensive internationally in sledge Gemmell, who is a role and contribute more hockey. He said it was defenseman says his style offensively.” an amazing feeling to be of play is a defensive first He says it’s been a big named to the national style, but has been asked adjustment because he’s team. to play a more offensive played his whole career “Kids grow up dreamrole recently. just concentrating on ing about putting on “I’m more a stay at the defensive side of the team Canada’s jersey and home defensive type of game, but he’s getting use getting to represent their defenseman, so for the to contributing more of-
fense now. “It’s a fairly big adjustment but I’ve been working pretty hard on puck control, being more calm on the ice and making smarter plays, so it’s paying off,” Gemmell said. He says his biggest accomplishment in the sport so far has been making the Paralympic team in 2014, where he brought home a bronze medal and the gold medal that he won in the World Championship the year before. Gemmell said hearing the national anthem at the Olympics was an amaz-
Olympics in 2018 in Pyeongchang, South Korea. “We don’t want to come out with a bronze medal again, so we’ve set gold in our sights,” Gemmell said. “We’re all pushing to be the guys that get to be on that roster.” “There’s a lot of good players coming up all across Canada and it takes hard work and a lot of dedication to be chosen for these teams.” Gemmell says the hardest part of the sport is the physical aspect. “You’re skating with your arms, so it’s very physically demanding,” Gemmell said. “Your arms and shoulder’s aren’t made for baring your whole body weight all the time, so I think the hardest part is how physical it can be.” Gemmell said that Quesnel has a sledge hockey program, but due to low numbers doesn’t know if the program will survive. “We’re looking to try and get the word out in the city that it’s available and that anyone can come out and play,” Gemmell said. “There’s support through the city, but we’re not getting support through the people of Quesnel to keep it going and I think if we keep going without having new people registering that the city is obviously Contributed photo going to cancel the program.” ing feeling, but they didn’t Gemmell trains in accomplish their goal. “It’s always a great feeling Quesnel and has training camps with the nato here Canada’s national tional team almost every anthem being played at month, as they prepare any major tournament,” for big tournaments like Gemmell said. the World Champion“Going there and comships and the Paralympic ing out with a bronze games. When not on the medal is not what we ice he enjoys the outdoors went for, so it was actudoing hiking, camping, ally quite disappointing. boating and kayaking. We were there for one Gemmell has made it thing and that was to to the highest level that come out on top and it sports has to offer and didn’t work out.” continues to work on his He says the team is skills in hopes of reaching determined to achieve the top of the podium for their goal of winning his golden moment. gold for the next Winter
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SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS MONDAY NORTH CARIBOO GYMKHANA SOCIETY is offering free introductory horse care and riding lessons to five children under 15 years of age. Preference will be given to children with aboriginal roots or are visible minorities. Interested parties should send their contact information to dmverge@ msn.com or phone Lindsay Brunt-Strang at 250-747-2778.
WEDNESDAY HERITAGE FORUM Feb. 17, 7 p.m. at City Council Chambers. This is an opportunity to provide input to Council to help establish priorities for investment and development of heritage in the community. With recent cutbacks and a pending restructuring of there’s much to discuss. B.C. WILDLIFE FEDERATION is hosting an information session with guest speaker Jesse Zeman, highlighting the resident priority program. It all takes place Feb. 17, 7 – 9 p.m. at the Legion. Non-BCTF members are encouraged to attend. CARIBOO CHIL COTIN COAST INVASIVE PLANT COMMITTEE hosting annual Regional Strategic Planning session Feb. 24 at CRD office in Williams Lake at 9:30 a.m. Open to the public and is encourage to attend. Visit www.cccipc.ca for more information.
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THURSDAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY PRESENT AROUND THE WORLD IN 37 DAYS Feb. 25, 7 p.m. in the library. Join Lynne Wright as she travels from the tropics to the Alps in search of adventure and the World Centres for Girl Guides, all out of one suitcase. This a free presentation. QUESNEL FILM CLUB PRESENTS THE LADY IN THE VAN March 3, 6:30 p.m. Carib Theatre.
FRIDAY QUESNEL ART GALLERY PRESENTS ART FROM THE HEART – WILD HEART for the February show. For information call 250-991-4014. QUESNEL LIVE ARTS PRESENTS SARAH HAGEN, pianist, Feb. 19, Chuck Mobley Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 (adults) $20 (seniors and youth) available at Save-On Foods, KMAX, Green Tree Health, at the door or by calling 250747-2207.
SATURDAY WELLS INTERNATIONAL GOURMET SKI TOUR Feb. 20 beginning at Bear’s Paw Cafe in Wells, also in the evening at the Sunset Theatre a showing of several outdoor adventure films. For details contact Dave Jorgenson or Cheryl Macarthy at Bear’s Paw Cafe 1-866-9942345. QUESNEL LIONS GARAGE SALE, the last Saturday of every month at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.. Hot dogs and coffee available. QUESNEL TECH-
NICS GYMNASTICS CLUB presents ANNUAL GOLD PAN INVITATIONAL Feb. 20 – 21 and is also hosting the Zone 8 Championships at the same time. The public is invited to come and see an great demonstration of B.C.’s northern talent. For details call QTGC program coordinator Elizabeth Floyd 250747-3992 or visit the website www. quesnelgymnastics. ca. NAZKO AND FRIENDS ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL Feb. 27, beginning with Visual Arts 2 – 6 p.m.; Food and Friends, 2 – 7 p.m.; Performing Arts 7 – 9:30 p.m. Admission is free but making crafts, buying art and enjoying the warm food is for purchase. Jointly sponsored by Nazko Valley Community Centre and the Cariboo Presbyterian Church. For information call 250-249-9669.
SUNDAY QUESNEL GOLD PAN GRANNIES 6TH ANNUAL SCRABBLE FUN DAY Feb. 28, doors open at 1:15 p.m., games start at 1:30 p.m. at St. John’s community hall; $20 for the afternoon, $30 for both you if you bring a friend. Door prizes, light snacks. For details call Joan 250-9927485. Gold Pan Grannies raises funds for the Stephen Lewis Foundation in support of Grandmothers in Africa raising the children orphaned by HIV/ AIDS.
ONGOING EVENTS A VOICE FOR NORTH CARIBOO SENIORS meets the 3rd Thursday of the the month, at 2 p.m. in the Legion. For information call Peter Nielsen, 250992-7416.
G.R. BAKER HOSPITAL AUXILIARY is looking for volunteers. Meeting is the first Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m. in hospital boardroom. For details contact Barb, 250-992-5298 or 250-992-5844.
Hospital, follow the signs. Open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Call 250-991-7565 or drop in. Offers loans of mobility aids and personal assistance equipment for free 3 – 6 month period.
LIONS CLUB GARAGE SALE last Saturday of the month at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., hot dogs and coffee available.
FREE SENIORS (60+) WALKING PROGRAM at Quesnel Youth Soccer Facility, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., closed holidays.
LEGION PANCAKE BREAKFAST every Saturday morning 8:30 – 11 a.m. Children welcome during meals with supervision. You don’t need to be a member to come. Welcome to the Legion. For information call 250-9926851.
QUESNEL HEALING ROOMS, are you sick, discouraged, in need of healing? We are a group of interdenominational Christians who pray powerful, faith-filled prayers for the sick and discouraged. Open Monday’s 7 – 9 p.m., 143 Coach Road., Bethel Church. Free. Confidential. Effective. Drop in, no appointment necessary. Contact Angela, 250-983-8491, visit quesnelhealingrooms.com or email: Quesnelhealingrooms@hotmail.com.
BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE (BACA) North Cariboo temporary chapter meets 1 p.m. RiverRock Pub, first Sunday of every month. For information contact 250983-9226. 768 JET RANGER AIR CADETS – looking for fun and adventure, youth 12 – 18, come join the air cadets. Meets at Helen Dixon Centre, Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. KEENAGERS SENIORS 50+ DROPIN FITNESS CLASSES at the Legion Tuesday, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., Thursday, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Instructor Cindy Paul. No classes if school busses aren’t running. SENIORS CURLING, Tuesday and Thursday. New members welcome, no experience necessary. Register online or contact the Curling Club, 250-9925813. RED CROSS LOAN CUPBOARD, south entrance G.R. Baker Memorial
QUESNEL AND DISTRICT HERITAGE ASSOCIATION, ANTIQUE MACHINERY PARK meets the first Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m., 3055 Dragon Lake Road. Membership is $5/ year and new members are welcome. For information, contact Del, 250747-2857 or leave a message at 250-7474621. We are more than just tractors! So if you like machines and antiques, come out and volunteer. We reserve the right to choose.
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Bull/ Steer Riding school returns to Quesnel
RYAN GRAHAM Observer Reporter The second annual Bull/Steer Riding school is coming back to Quesnel Feb. 26 – 28 at Alex Fraser Park. The school will be co-instructed by organizer and professional bull rider Matt O’Flynn and Steve Hohmann. O’Flynn says last year’s event was a big success and they hope for the same this year. “It was really well received,” O’Flynn said. “There were more than 30 kids in the school which is a huge amount of people for rodeo, especially because it’s not a bigger mainstream sport.” He says even though it sounds difficult, bull riding is straightforward once you get the hang of it. “It’s really simple riding bulls if you can imagine it,” A rider holds on as the bull is released from the gate O’Flynn said. “You don’t get on the students the take from the school.” and hold on for dear fundamentals they O’ Flynn says it’s life. There’s a techcan use when they are a full day for the nique to it, which is riding. student that starts balance and coordi“Bull riding is not early as they cover a nation. I think it’s in a coached sport,” lot of material. They your head more than O’Flynn said. will show video footanything.” “It’s up to you com- age of professionals He says they teach pletely in what you and point out specific
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Past Quesnel Volunteer Citizens of the Year 2013 - Liane Kimmie 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
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The Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the Year Award recognizes outstanding area residents who volunteer their time to the betterment of our community and thanks them for their dedication and service. Nominees for the Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the year will: • Have contributed to the betterment of the community in a fashion that you feel is desirable and beneficial to all. • Have contributed in a positive manner in the areas of business, government, social improvement, community service, cultural arts, religion, youth work or any other area of activity that you feel contributes to a better community. • Have lived in Quesnel, or area, for at least the past calendar year. • Have signed the Nomination form in agreement to let his/her name stand, as there is a time commitment for the award winner,including committee meetings and various community events. Submitting a nomination: • Any person, group or corporation, except the City of Quesnel and the Quesnel Cariboo Observer, and the Volunteer Citizen of the Year Committee, may make a nomination. • Complete an official nomination form. • Judges may not be aware of the nominee’s past voluntary work; therefore, nominations should include a nomination form with a brief statement outlining the reasons the individual is considered worthy of receiving the Award. • Letters of support should include other accomplishments and relevant information that may be helpful in evaluating the nominee. Please limit each letter of support to one page. No other supporting material will be accepted. • Nominations packages must be received no later than 4:00p.m. Thursday, March 17, 2016: In person: Attn: R.Hartley; Front Desk; City Hall, 410 Kinchant St., Quesnel,B.C. V2J 7J5 Attn: T.Roberts; Quesnel Cariboo Observer, 188 Carson Ave., Quesnel,B.C. V2J 2A8 Via Mail: Attn: R.Hartley; City Hall, 410 Kinchant St., Quesnel,B.C. V2J 7J5 Via Fax: 250-991-7496 Via Email: rhartley@quesnel.ca
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Potpie perfect for warding off winter weather With the arrival of winter weather comes the embrace of warm foods that stick to your ribs. If the weather outside is frightful, the following recipe for Black Bean Chili Potpie With Onion & Pepper Corn Bread Topping is sure to cozy things up at the dinner table.
Black Bean Chili Potpie With Onion & Pepper Corn Bread Topping Makes 8 servings Filling 11/4 cups dried black beans 1 bay leaf 11/2 teaspoons dried oregano 2 teaspoons chili powder, plus 1 tablespoon 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 ancho chile, dried 1 14.5 ounce can tomatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cups coarsely chopped onions 1 large green bell pepper, seeded, deveined and finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper Topping 1/2 cup unbleached allpurpose flour 2/3 cup yellow cornmeal 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup buttermilk 1 large egg 1 tablespoon corn oil Reserved 1/2 cup cooked vegetables from filling above To make the filling: 1. Wash the beans in a strainer and check for any debris or small pebbles. Put the beans in a large bowl, cover them with water, and let them soak overnight. Or, put the beans in a medium saucepan, cover them with water, and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat and let the beans sit for one hour. Drain the beans. Put the soaked beans in a large saucepan with water to cover them by about 2 inches. Add the bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of the oregano, the 2 teaspoons chili powder, the cumin, and ancho chile. Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juice and cook about 45 more minutes, or until the beans are tender. Taste a bean to check that they are done. 2. Have ready a baking dish with an 8-cup capacity. In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium heat for 1 minute. Add the onions and cook until softened, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add the bell pepper and garlic and continue cooking until the pepper is soft, about 8 minutes. Remove
1/2 cup of the vegetables and reserve them to add to the topping later. Stir the remaining 1 tablespoon chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon oregano into the vegetables in the skillet. Stir the vegetables into the beans. Remove the ancho chile and bay leaf and discard them. Remove 1 cup of the beans, put it in a food processor and puree. Return the puree to the beans and stir them together. This thickens the chili. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the chili into the baking dish and set aside. 3. Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 F. To prepare the topping: 1. Into a large bowl, sift the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a medium bowl, stir the buttermilk, egg, oil, and reserved cooked vegetables together to combine them. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir slowly with a large spoon for about 20 strokes just to combine the ingredients. There will be a few small lumps. This is fine. Carefully spoon the batter over the chili in the baking dish. 2. Bake until the topping is golden brown and firm, about 35 minutes. Use a large spoon to scoop out servings of topping and filling.
Flavourful stew from the Mediterranean Flavourful meals come in all shapes and sizes. When looking to seafood for flavour, shrimp shells are full of flavour and even more so in the following recipe. The flavour of the shells should seep into the sauce, making this a delicious dish best eaten with your fingers and mopped up with plenty of crusty fresh bread.
Mediterranean Fish Stew Serves 4 12 mussels 1 large fennel bulb, with leafy tops 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 garlic cloves, crushed 3/4 cup dry white wine 11/4 cups fish stock 29 ounces canned chopped tomatoes 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut
in half 1 pound monkfish fillet, cut into 11/2-inch chunks 12 large, unpeeled, raw shrimp, heads removed 1 pinch of sugar Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Extra virgin olive oil, to serve Scrub the mussels clean and rinse them in several changes of cold water to remove grit. Pull off the beards or seaweed-like threads and discard any mussels that are cracked or that don’t close when tapped against the countertop – these are dead and not edible. Remove the leafy tops from the fennel bulb, chop them coarsely and set aside. Cut the bulb into quarters, remove and discard the core, then finely chop the bulb.
Heat the oil in a large saucepan or wok. Add the fennel bulb and saute for five minutes. Add the garlic and saute for a further one minute. Add the wine, stock, canned tomatoes and sugar, and stir well. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, then simmer for five minutes. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for a further five minutes. Add plenty of salt and pepper. Add the monkfish and return to simmering. Stir in the mussels and shrimp, cover, and cook for about five minutes, or until the mussels have opened and the fish is cooked. Ladle the stew into deep plates or bowls. Sprinkle with the fennel tops and olive oil, and serve.
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2016 ACADIA SLE-1 AWD
$
209 0.49 0 @
FOR 48 MONTHS
%$
LEASE RATE
DOWN PAYMENT
BASED ON A LEASE PURCHASE PRICE OF $40,530†† (INCLUDES $750 LOYALTY CASH¥ AND $1,000 LEASE CASH)
SLE -1 AWD MODEL SHOWN
2015 CLEAROUT! GREAT OFFERS ON REMAINING 2015s 2015 SIERRA 2500HD DOUBLE CAB SLE 4X4
0
%
PURCHASE FINANCING
FOR UP TO
84
MONTHS ON SELECT 2015 MODELS^
12,000 UP TO
OR
$
IN TOTAL VALUE ON OTHER MODELS† (INCLUDES $1,000 LOYALTY CASH¥)
2500HD SLE 4X4 SHOWN
ENDS FEBRUARY 29TH
BCGMCDEALERS.CA
ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDEALERS.CA 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the lease of a 2016 Terrain SLE-1 AWD (3SA), 2016 Acadia (3SA) and purchase or finance of a 2015 Sierra 2500HD. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and 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 GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. †† Lease based on a purchase price of $31,345/$40,530, including $670/$670 Loyalty Cash (tax exclusive) and $500/$1,000 lease cash for a new eligible 2016 Terrain SLE-1 AWD (3SA)/ 2016 Acadia SLE-1 AWD (3SA). Bi-weekly payment is $184/$209 for 48/48 months at 0.9%/0.49% APR, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. $0 down payment and a $0 security deposit is required. Payment may vary depending on down payment or trade. Total obligation is $19,104/$21,648, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $13,036/$19,467. Price and total obligation exclude license, insurance, registration, taxes and 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 Company reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. * Offer valid to eligible retail lessees in Canada who have entered into a lease agreement with GM Financial and accept delivery between February 2 and February 29, 2016 of a new or demonstrator 2016 model year GMC model excluding GMC Canyon 2SA. General Motors of Canada will pay one month’s lease payment or two biweekly lease payments as defined on the lease agreement (inclusive of taxes). After the first month, 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, licence, 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 available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between February 2 and February 29, 2016. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on select new or demonstrator 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab 2WD 1SA / Crew Cab 2WD 1SA and Sierra HD’s 1SA 2WD with gas engine. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $45,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $535.71 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $45,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight, air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA/movable property registry fees, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. † $12,000 is a combined total credit consisting of $1,000 Loyalty Cash (tax inclusive) and a $11,000 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Sierra HD gas models (excluding 1SA 4x2), which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $11,000 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. ¥ 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 Sierra or 2016 model year GMC SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between February 2 and February 29, 2016. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on eligible GMC vehicles (except Canyon 2SA, Sierra 1500 and HD); $1,000 credit available on all 2015 and 2016 GMC Sierra models. 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 Company 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 GM Canada dealer for details. GM Canada reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice.
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