Voter turnout down in local ridings
Prince George-Peace River-Northern Rockies also saw a dip in voter turnout.
the 2019 federal election.
Voter turnout in Canada’s 44th general election on Sept. 20 was down throughout the country and in both Prince George ridings.
In Cariboo-Prince George 50,762 of 85,187 registered electors or 59.59 per cent voted whereas voter turnout for the riding was 65 per cent in 2019.
On Sept. 20 there were 49,019 of 79,952 registered electors or 61.31 per cent who voted in the riding.
This is a dip from 2019 when 67 per cent of voters cast a ballot.
Decreased voter turnout was also reflected nationally as Elections Canada says 61.3 per cent of registered voters cast a ballot compared to 67 per cent in
The federal election in 2015 saw a voter turnout of just over 68 per cent.
Nationally the Liberals were elected to a minority government with 158 seats, followed by the Conservatives as official opposition with 119 seats.
A total of 170 seats would have been needed to form a majority government.
The Bloc has 34 seats, the NDP 25 and the Green Party has two.
Council hears from plastics plant opponents
Opponents of the proposal from West Coast Olefins to build a petrochemical complex took their case for stopping the project to city council on Monday night. Dr. Marie Hay led off a presentation by citing a litany of health concerns linked to similar complexes elsewhere – from a range of cancers to liver and kidney damage, to obesity, to reproductive disorders and infertility. Workers, residents and children will be exposed, she said.
“Air, water and land pollution from such industries harm the health of people who live up to 35 kilometres around them,” said Hay, a medical doctor, who added fish and wildlife will also be exposed.
She said the areas around Sarnia, Ont. and in Louisiana have both come to be known as Cancer Alley as a result of the pollution from petrochemical operations in those areas. Hay told council she is sharing “evidence-based facts,” and that council has a “fiduciary responsibility to first and foremost protect the health and wellbeing of Prince George citizens.”
“After hearing these frightening health facts, you will not in the future be able to use the defence that you did not know because it is now in the public domain and on public record,” Hay continued.
See ‘Project would,’ page 3
MARK NIELSEN Local Journalism Initiative reporter
HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff
CITIZEN PHOTO BY JAMES DOYLE/LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE
COSPLAY KING A cosplayer takes to the stage at CN Centre on Saturday to show off their creation for the judges in Northern Fancon’s Cosplay Contest. This costume won first place in the Masters division. For more photos, see page 11.
NOTICE OF INTENTION
Project would turn city back into ‘a dirty industrial town’
From page 1
Dr. Annie Booth, an environmental sciences professor at UNBC said going ahead with the complex will only serve to drive away the people the city has worked to attract by turning Prince George back into a “dirty industrial town.”
Booth said council has a “very stark choice.”
“You’ll have a very industrial city, much like it was in the ‘60s, with a very limited and restricted population, or you have the vibrant, developing, growing community that you’ve worked so hard over the years since I’ve been here to make,” Booth said.
She maintained the number of jobs and amount of tax revenue the complex would generate are unclear while surveys indicate students, staff and faculty will leave at such a rate that UNBC would cease to exist and the losses would extend to medical practitioners and support workers.
Hay and Booth spoke as representatives of TooClose2Home, a group that has sprouted up to stop the project, with the
aim of convincing council to pass a motion to refer the environmental assessment for the project to an “independent panel of experts to conduct a regional assessment by way of public hearings.”
In response, council voted to ask staff for an update on where the project stands.
“The community is desperate for more information and it just seems that there is a lot of confusion over what is and isn’t happening with the project, what is and isn’t being zoned, what lies with council but also what lies with the ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve), with the province and where the environmental assessment process is,” said Coun. Cori Ramsay, who made the motion.
As it currently stands, WCOL is proposing to build a natural gas recovery system on a site in Pineview that would take feedstock from the nearby Enbridge pipeline andtransportittoa120-hectare(300-acre) property zoned for heavy industrial on the BCR where it would supply an ethylene plant and an ethylene derivatives plant.
VOLUNTEER FOR THE CITY OF PRINCE GEORGE
The City is seeking the expertise of residents interested in serving on the Prince George Public LibraryBoard
The Board meets monthly and is responsible for providing libraryservices and programs in Prince George. Their workincludes the creation of policies, establishing goals and objectives of the library, and advocating for the libraryinthe greater community.Visit pgpl.ca/board for more information on current membersand the time commitment required for serving on the LibraryBoard.
The City is accepting applications to fill three (3) vacancies for two-year terms beginning December 1, 2021 and ending November 30, 2023.
Involvement with council committees, commissions, and boards provides residents the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of our municipality and to provide input on important civic issues.
All applicants to the Prince George Public LibraryBoard are required to undergo aCriminal Records Check. Information on the LibraryBoard, application forms and details on the application process and Criminal Record Checks are available on the City’swebsite or maybe picked up from the Legislative Services Division, 5th Floor City Hall.
Deadline for Applications: 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 29, 2021
Applications maybecompleted and submitted online (princegeorge.ca/committees), delivered to the Legislative Services Division, 5th Floor City Hall, at the address below, emailed to cityclerk@princegeorge.ca, or faxed to (250) 561-0183.
Forany questions or to have an application formmailed to you, please contact the Legislative Services Division at (250) 561-7655 or cityclerk@princegeorge.ca.
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO AMEND “CITY OF PRINCE GEORGE COUNCIL PROCEDURES BYLAWNO. 8388, 2011” (Pursuant to Section 124 of the Community Charter)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Council of the City of Prince George (the “City”) intends to consider “City of Prince George Council Procedures Bylaw No. 8388, 2011, Amendment Bylaw No. 9250, 2021” at its regular meeting scheduled for Monday,October 4, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, BC.
Bylaw No. 9250, 2021 if adopted, would amend “City of Prince George Council Procedures Bylaw No. 8388, 2011” as follows:
1. revising the definitions of “committee” and “corporate officer”;
2. revising the “Acting Mayor” section to permit their participation in any Committee on which the Mayor is appointed;
3. revising the section on “electronic participation by members” to permit use of electronic or other communication facilities (i.e. Zoom or other web based meeting platform) to enable Council to hear or watch and hear each other and to enable the public to hear or watch and hear the participation of Council during the Council, Committee meeting or Public Hearing;
4. removing the requirement of the number of members of Council who must be physically present at the meeting and thereby removing the limit to the number of members of Council who may participate electronically in aCouncil meeting;
5. permitting the electronic participation of amember of Council in all aspects of aregular or special Council meeting on the condition that any late agenda items or other items involving written handout materials that arenot included in the electronic agenda have been provided to the members participating electronically in advance of the meeting;
6. reducing the time for the Mayor or acting Mayor to attend the meeting to 15 minutes of the scheduled time;
7. reducing the time that Council must wait for quorum to be established beforeadjourning the meeting to 15 minutes of the scheduled time;
8. revising the section on “Order of Proceedings and Business” to clarify the time in which the electronic agenda will be made available to members of Council and the public in advance of scheduled regular Council meetings;
9. revising the section on “Delegations to Council” by amending the deadline for submitting awritten request to the Corporate Officer,by12:00 noon on the Monday two weeks prior to the Monday on which the next regular meeting is scheduled, adding anew subsection that Council must not permit a delegation to address ameeting of the Council regarding matters related to alegal action involving the City,and removing the subsection regarding “chauffer’spermit appeal hearings”; and
10. various housekeeping updates for clarity,consistency and improved interpretation.
HOW CAN IPROVIDE COMMENT?
Residents areinvited to provide comment in writing.
Submissions in writing
Written comments should be forwarded to the Corporate Officer by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday,September 28, 2021, to be included in Council’sagenda package. Submissions received after this time will be provided to Council on Monday,October 4, 2021,the day that the proposed bylaw will be considered. Submissions may be sent by email to cityclerk@princegeorge.ca, faxed to (250) 561-0183, mailed or delivered to the address noted below
Please note that written submissions for the proposed bylaw will form part of the Council agenda, become public recordand areposted on the City’swebsite. Written submissions must include the writer’sfull name and mailing address. By making awritten submission you areconsenting to the disclosureofany personal information that you provide.
Authority
Personal information is collected under the authority of section 26(g) and disclosed under the authority of section 33.1(1) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). For information or questions, contact the City’sFIPPACoordinator at 250-561-7600 or 1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 3V9.
NEED MORE INFORMATION?
Acopy of the proposed bylaw and other related documents will be available for review by the public at the Legislative Services Division on the 5th Floor of City Hall on September 22, 23, 24, 27, 28, 29, and October 1and 4, 2021,between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m
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For moreinformation on the proposed bylaw please contact the Legislative Services Division in person at the address below,bytelephone (250-561-7793) or by email to cityclerk@princegeorge.ca.
This is the second of two (2) publications of this notice.
Dated this 30th September,2021
‘Band-Aid’ fix for P.G. Playhouse nearly done
HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff
The city’s “Band-Aid” repairs for the Prince George Playhouse are nearing completion and the city is about to begin the search for a new facility operator.
OnSept.20,citycouncilheardanupdate regarding the reopening of the Prince George Playhouse. This summer council approved a half-million-dollar Band-Aid solution to repair and reopen the Prince George Playhouse after significant rot was discovered.
TheplayhouseclosedbecauseofCOVID19 in March 2020, however, in December a portion of the stucco siding on the west side of the playhouse tower fell off and landed on the lower roof level and nearby ground during a storm.
A preliminary inspection found significant rot at the site where the stucco failed, acting city director of civic operations Blake McIntosh said. In 1996 the building was renovated with a finishing system that was commonly used in the 1990s but was later discovered to have problems with water penetration and moisture.
On June 14, city council approved spending $230,000 to re-side the west side of the tower. The funding includes $90,000 to cover the costs the city had spent to date, to build wooden hoardings over the damaged area, heat it, and conduct the
building assessment.
In addition, council approved $271,500 to upgrade the theatre’s rigging system to improve safety before the building is reopened for use.
Without the repairs, the building wouldn’tbesafetooperate,McIntoshsaid. City council was also informed that to fully repair the building for the long term it will require significant repairs including new siding, new roofing, and a replacement for the 25-year-old HVAC system which would cost $5.17 million, with another $1.5 million needed for a new parking lot.
During the meeting city manager Walter Babicz noted the future of the playhouse could be discussed at a strategic planning session regarding the 2020 Downtown Arts Strategy and arena needs. The findings of that session could be reported back to council at a future date.
“I do want to see this arts strategy come back to council in a public meeting before the end of the year. This is a Band-Aid solution, and we need to start planning where we are going to house the arts,” said Coun. Kyle Sampson.
A letter advocating for the city to fully rejuvenate the Playhouse signed by 46 members of the local arts community was also sent to city council.
The letter is signed by local arts advocates including Kym Gouchie, Amy Blanding, Ted Price and Anne Laughlin.
CITIZEN FILE PHOTO
Wooden hoarding covers the damaged western side of the Prince George Playhouse’s fly tower.
HO-HO-HORSEPOWER Santa leads the pack of roughly 250 riders out of the parking lot at CN Centre on Sunday for the 40th annual Salvation Army Toy Run. All toys donated will go to the Salvation Army’s Christmas Hamper program.
Outbreak declared at UHNBC
CITIZEN STAFF
The primary care unit at the University Hospital of Northern B.C. is the site of a COVID-19 outbreak, Northern Health reported on Sunday.
“Nine patients and one staff member have tested positive for COVID-19 in association with the outbreak, and monitoring and testing is underway to identify any additional cases,” officials said.
In response, cleaning and monitoring for symptoms among staff and patients have been stepped up, access to the unit has been restricted to essential visitors and movement of staff and patient between areas of the hospital has been limited.
“Public health officials will be monitoring the situation carefully over coming weeks and will only declare the outbreak over when they are confident that chains of transmission have been stopped.”
Exploration Place CEO receives national award
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff
AndtheCanadianAssociationofScience Centres Outstanding Career Achievement Award goes to... Tracy Calogheros, The Exploration Place CEO.
The team at the local museum and science centre led by Robyn Curtis, vice president of development, nominated Calogheros for the honour.
“The success of The Exploration Place lies in Tracy’s ingenuity, ability to recruit and retain talented people andherdedicationtomaking this one of the best places to work in Prince George,” said the statement posted on The Exploration Place Facebook page. “Tracy has been with the Exploration Place for 28 years. She is a leader in our industry, a champion for truth and reconciliation and relationship building and an advocate internationally for science literacy, innovation and culture. She has brought the message of advocacy for the sector across the nation working with people from all levels of government and from within the industry to advance the
goals of science centres and museums.”
Considered a Lifetime Achievement award, Calogheros joked that she hoped she didn’t have to retire now.
“I’m starting to think they’re telling me something – a lifetime achievement award? How old am I?” Calogheros laughed.
She’s been a member of the board for the Canadian Association of Science Centres before they were the Canadian association, she added.
“I’ve been with them since the late ‘90s,” Calogheros said. “I’ve served on their board on and off a couple of times but this last round, of course, I was president during this COVID crisis so it’s been an interesting time.”
She started at The Exploration Place in 1994 at an entry-level job doing graphic design and marketing, she explained.
“I guess I just hung around long enough so they made me the boss,” Calogheros joked. “I worked my way through a number of different positions in here and I was the assistant director when we did the renovation project and rebranding in 2000 and then took over as CEO in 2003.”
TRACY CALOGHEROS
Cougars welcome first second-generation player
TED CLARKE Citizen staff
When 16-year-old Caden Brown lines up this season to play his first Western Hockey League game, he will become the first second-generation Prince George Cougar.
Chosen by the Cougars in the first round, 17th overall in the 2020 WHL draft, Brown did not get to play last season as a 15 year-old, unlike Cougars forward Riley Heidt, who suited up for all 22 games.
With hockey league cancelled because of the pandemic, the WHL made an exception to allow each team one underaged player in the 2021 season and Brown did not get to play for the Cougars.
He’s making up for that lost time, however, and has shown in training camp why the Cougars picked him so early in the draft after seeing him play for two seasons with the Delta Hockey Academy U-15 prep team. Brown scored the Cougars’ third goal in a 5-3 preseason loss Friday in Kamloops and also played in Saturday’s rematch, a 7-6 shootout win over the Blazers at CN Centre.
“It’s different playing games, it’s almost been a year for me,” said Brown, who played just a few games for the Cariboo Cougars last year before the pandemic shut down the league.
“I’ve put in the work (in practice) and I’ve gotten a lot better and I’ve worked on my skating a lot, working with Steve O’Rourke
“My stride is so much better, it’s more smooth and I feel more confident now.
“The Cougars have done a great job bringing in guys and obviously Riley did well in the bubble and was fun to watch I just hope I can come in this year and do the same and contribute and play a role on the team. I wanted to come to P.G. and I was super-happy that I got to go. I have tons of family here on my dad’s side.”
Brown was born and raised in Fort St. John but Prince George has always been his second home.
He’s related to the Martin clan that built many of the city’s ball fields and for the past year has been living in the city where his father Ryan played, as one of the original Prince George Cougars. see ‘He’s a different player,’ page 7
Left to right: TedClarke(PG Citizen), Josh Dixon (Associate Coach), Hudson Thornton, Connor Bowie,Fischer O’Brien, Keaton Dowhaniuk,and Mark Lamb (Head Coach &General Manager).
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Former Prince George Cougar defenceman Ryan Brown, left, and his 16-year-old son Caden, celebrate a tournament win in February 2020. The younger Brown is about to start his first WHL season with the Cougars
POLARS EXPRESS
The Prince George Secondary School Polars took on the Shas Ti Kelly Road Secondary School Eagles on Friday evening at Masich Place Stadium in Double-A Varsity B.C. highschool football action
‘He’s a different player than I was’
From page 6
“There’s something to be said for playing in a community that you know around people that you know and he has plenty of support systems around him,” said Ryan Brown.
Caden is slotted at right wing for the Cougars and plays the position with an edge. He loves the physical side of the game and while he has a bit of growing to do, at five-foot-11, 190 pounds, he knows how to take a hit. He also has great hands with the puck on his stick and the Cougars are confident he’ll develop into a prolific scorer in the WHL, just as he showed a couple seasons ago in his draft year.
As captain of his Delta Academy team in 2019-20 he scored 35 goals and had 30 assists in 30 games.
“He’s a different player than I was,” said Ryan.
“He’s got a grit level to him and there’s not as big of an emphasis on that as it used to be but it’s still a very important part of the game. He plays a hard, heavy game and he’s got a talent level that I never had.
“He has a nose for the net. I think by the time he was in pre-novice he’d already outscored me for my lifetime total.”
Having as his guide a father who played pro hockey has given Caden a step up on his peers and he loves having him around to discuss how to become a better athlete and get the most out of his hockey skills.
“He’s been great helping me so far, I definitely wouldn’t be where I am without all the helpers,” said Caden. “He’s been through it all and lets me know, and lets me know what’s going to come next for me and it’s really nice to have that.
CITIZEN PHOTO BY JAMES DOYLE/LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE
Thanks for running
Voters in Prince George went to the polls on Sept. 20 and convincingly reelected incumbent Conservative MPs Todd Doherty and Bob Zimmer.
While certainly not a forgone conclusion, the results of the election locally shouldn’t have come as a surprise to anyone. But just because the odds were against them, doesn’t mean the candidates running in the local ridings for the other parties didn’t do something important.
Each of the candidates brought forward different ideas and perspectives that fostered a vigorous, healthy public debate.
Running for political office has always required a thick skin, but never more so than in the age of social media.
Even if you disagree with everything a candidate and their party stand for, they are still human beings.
Just because they didn’t get your vote, doesn’t mean they shouldn’t get your respect.
Arthur Williams
No reconciliation without truth
Ihave been teaching high school students about Canada’s residential schools for a number of years. Indigenous content has recently been given a more prominent place in the British Columbia curriculum, and this has had an impact. Students now come to my class with some understanding of this tragic chapter in our history, and we are able to delve deeper into its impact and have constructive conversations about reconciliation.
This is not the case with Canada’s adult population, however. Indeed, the Conservative Party of Canada stated in its 2021 election platform that it would, “Develop a detailed and thorough set of resources to educate Canadians of all ages on the tragic history of residential schools in Canada.”
The lack of understanding in our adult population was exemplified in the Manitoba legislature in July when the provincial Indigenous relations minister, Dr. Alan Lagimodiere stated, “The
LESSONS IN LEARNING GERRY CHIDIAC
residential school system was designed to take Indigenous children and give them the skills and abilities they would need as they fit into the society as it moved forward.”
That was the lesson that most older Canadians learned as they went through school. It is similar to what Americans learnedwhentheyweretoldthattheirCivil War was not about protecting the right to enslave other human beings, it was about states’ rights, the so-called “lost cause narrative.” It is not unlike Belgian school children learning that King Leopold II was the great civilizer of the Congo, when in reality he was responsible for up to 15 million deaths in that country. Unfortunately,
there are countless other euphemistic tropes used to hide the brutality of colonialism and human exploitation.
Research over the last several decades reveals that the intention of the Canadian government was far more nefarious than the narrative recounted by Lagimodiere.
The goal was not education, it was assimilation. Stating that these schools were meant to, “take the Indian out of the child” describes the situation fairly accurately, but even that doesn’t go farenough.
The true intent of the Canadian government is made very clear in numerous documents, and perhaps the most damning statements were made by Duncan Campbell Scott, the Confederation poet and deputy superintendent of Indian affairs from 1913 to 1932.
After Dr. Peter H. Bryce presented him with an explanation of why nearly a quarter of the children in these schools were dying from tuberculosis, and a plan that would reduce their mortality, Campbell
Scott refused to provide the necessary funds. He infamously stated that the situation, “does not justify a change in the policy of this Department, which is geared towards a final solution of our Indian Problem.”
The truth is that Canada, like many other countries that embraced a colonialist ideology, is guilty of genocide. The UN Genocide Convention states that, “Forcibly transferring children of the group to another group…. with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnic, racial or religious group,” is genocide.
Given our history and the intent written into our government documents, how can one argue otherwise?
The fact that Canadians were surprised when human remains were found in the fields surrounding former residential schools is evidence that far too many people do not know our history.
We cannot have reconciliation if we do not have truth.
We acknowledge the financial support of the government of Canada. Nous reconnaissons l’appli financier du gouvernement du Canada.
A blanket five years in the making
CATHERINE MILLS
Special to the Citizen
When Marion Hunt-Doig makes a Chilkoot blanket it takes an average of two years. Except for the last one she made.
That one she started when she was 83 and just finished at 88. Apparently, it was her beloved husband’s fault. Fred Doig died on her in 2019 and for a while she thought she could not keep going. Her children and grandchildren wouldn’t let her go. She fell in the back yard and the neighbour’s dog Rex made such a fuss about it that they found her and got her to the hospital. All her doctors kept at her, and she got better and now she feels strong again. Fred will have to wait a while.
Now that she has finished grandson Drew’s blanket, she started one for her sister. Two more years.
Drew’s Chilkoot blanket tells people who he is and where he comes from. The faces across the top represent Marion’s father and her four brothers. It has Marion and Fred’s hands. She used an outline of Drew’s hands from when he was 18 months He is 32 now. There are lacrosse sticks for his father Brett and grandpa Fred. The eel grass (atsayam) symbolizes the Indigenous grandmothers that taught Marion. The hearts are for his Portuguese grandparents. They follow their traditions, just like Marion and Fred.
“When I was a little girl, my grandmother would take me out on the ocean at low tide to harvest the eel grass, the atsayam. She would put her oar in and twist it around. When she brought it up it looked like green onions! She just bit the top off, peeled it like an onion, swished it off and told me to open my mouth,” Marion said
Be Wise
Marion Hunt-Doig poses with a Chilkoot blanket she made for her grandson Drew.
with a laugh. “Since then, there has been a lot of pollution and we can’t eat it anymore, so the young people aren’t learning that word. It’s going to disappear.”
Those two grandmothers taught her how to make the blankets, how to cook, without her ever realizing she was learning. When she started her workshops for blanket making, she followed that example and started her classes by saying, ‘I am
your Indian grandmother.’
Marion has made 15 Chilkoot blankets and over a hundred button blankets.
When Marion travelled for her school program, she would take a Chilkoot blanket to keep herself busy. In Chicago she taught young boys in a private school how to make button blankets. Those button blankets also tell the story of who you are and where you come from.
When Marion started her program, she was a west coast Kwaquith in Lhiedli T’enneh territory and couldn’t get funding because she wasn’t where she belonged. So, she started on her own with Fred’s assistance.
“I got the Governor General’s award and the Woman of Distinction award.” Marion said with a giggle. “It didn’t say Indian or Native, just cultural. I got it into the mainstream! I liked that.”
Marion grew up on the reserve near Alert Bay. As a child she lived outside, roaming freely, visiting anyone’s campfire when she got hungry. That freedom didn’t end until the day school started School isn’t a good memory because she didn’t speak English and she didn’t understand the rules. She and her older brother were always in trouble. But they learned English.
“I can still speak my language, better than English sometimes. When you translate what I am saying to English, you can say it 10 different ways. You see that when you listen to politicians,” she said with a mischievous smile. “When we say something, there is just one way to say it.”
Her father was disappointed when she and her three sisters married white men. No children with dark hair with a widow’s peak and lovely dark eyes, and she moved sofaraway.Mariontaughtherblondnephews to dance for the potlatches. Then her father was so proud
“I’ve had fun all my life. All these kids kept coming. Fred and I had so much fun!” Marionisabridgebetweencultureswith a big welcoming smile. The Pierreroys say that Marion is an adopted elder now. They and her other neighbours – and Rex the dog – keep an eye on her and help her feel safe when her family isn’t there.
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Creating an inclusive environment for physical activity and providing the tools to make that happen is what UNBC researchers Shannon Freeman and Chelsea Pelletier are all about as they join a national team to ultimately help those living with dementia.
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“People living with dementia receive encouragement and social support from their instructor and peers,” Middleton added. “They feel a sense of community and inclusion. As a result of improvements during exercise, they can also feel more confident in all aspects of life. For those who have been active earlier in their life, exercise can help maintain their sense of identity despite dementia.”
Exercise has important benefits to physical, mental and social well-being for people living with dementia.
“Exercise has important benefits to physical, mental and social well-being for people living with dementia,” Laura Middleton, a Kinesiology and Health Sciences Professor at the University of Waterloo who leads the group, said. “People living with dementia who take up exercise have improved functional abilities day to day. This may be the result of several direct benefits, including improved aerobic fitness, better balance and mobility, increased strength and, less conclusively, increased cognitive function.”
Freeman, an associate professor in the School of Nursing and Pelletier, an associate professor in the School of Health Sciences, are leading the northern B.C. team.
“Through the DICE project, we gathered input and feedback from persons across northern B.C. to ensure that the resources developed support inclusion of persons living with dementia in northern, rural, and remote communities,” Freeman said.
“Ensuring physical activity programming is accessible and inclusive is key to
Middleton assembledtheDICEresearch team after collaborating with the Alzheimer Society’s Minds in Motion program. She realized that no one program is sufficient to meet the preferences and needs of a diversity of people living with dementia.
“Our goal for the Dementia-Inclusive Choices for Exercise project is to make more community and clinical exercise programs accessible and inclusive,” Middleton said. “That way, people living with dementia can choose a program that is close to them and aligned with their needs, goals and preferences for exercise programming.”
DICE provides training modules that educate and train exercise providers to understand and meet the physical activity needs of people living with dementia.
“In the end, people living with dementia have a right to benefit from health care and rehabilitation through exercise and to participate in sports, recreational and other leisure activities in their communities,” Middleton said.
For more information go online to dementiaexercise.com.
FANCON FUN
ABOVE: Dean ‘The Deaner’ Murdoch, star of Fubar and Fubar 2, and lead singer of Nightseeker, does a live Q&A on stage at CN Centre on Friday night as part of the opening night of Northern FanCon.
LEFT: A cosplayer takes to the stage at CN Centre on Saturday evening to show off their creation for the judges in Northern FanCon’s Cosplay Contest.
Art exhibit explores motherhood, Métis heritage
CHRISTINE HINZMANN Citizen staff
Halfbreed Mother is the latest exhibit to grace the walls of the Feature Gallery at Studio 2880.
The exhibit features work by Métis artist Erin Stagg who has her ancestors’ history as the literal foundation of her artwork as she showcases motherhood in all its loving glory.
Hosted by the Community Arts Council of Prince George & District the opening reception will take place at Studio 2880, on Oct. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. with the artist’s talk at 6 p.m. The exhibit runs until Dec. 1.
Departing from her usual artwork based in nature, Stagg said she was compelled to connect with her family’s history when she got pregnant and spent three weeks in Saskatchewan exploring her family’s strong Métis lineage.
“Métis are one of the three Indigenous peoples of Canada, along with the Inuit and First Nations,” Stagg explained. “The Canadian government wanted to take their land but had no right to it so they had to find a way to swindle them out of it and that was the scrip system.”
In 1870, the Canadian government devised a system of scrip for the west, which was referred to as Métis or “halfbreed” scrip that issued documents redeemableforlandormoneyinexchange for Métis land rights. The system was complex and disorganized and made it almost impossible for Métis people to claim land.
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From Maiden to Motherhood is one of the works by local artist Erin Stagg going on display at the Community Arts Council’s Feature Gallery at Studio 2880 on Oct. 7.
Stagg said the records of scrip are a gold mine for her geneological research because it is a way to affirm her Métis ancestry.
“But it wasn’t a good thing in the past because it’s known as one of Canada’s largest land swindles,” Stagg said.
With that history anchored in her mind, Staggdecidedtotakecopiesofherfamily’s
Métis scrip, entitled North-West Halfbreed Claims Commission, and overlay it with more positive images that reflect her current journey as a mother.
“It is a way of reclaiming the narrative thatwehave anIndigenoustitleto theland that was not extinguished even through the scrip system,” Stagg said.
“We have an inherent Indigenous right
and that is being expressed through the raising of my daughter as I see and reclaim parts of my culture and it’s an expression of independence, an expression of love and strength.”
To address the title of the exhibit Stagg said she knows that halfbreed is a word that is highly charged.
“It was very important to me that that be the title,” Stagg explained. “The word halfbreed is very clearly indicated on all the paperwork of the scrip. We were called halfbreeds all the time and I will do a follow-up show using another word for us that I actually think expresses the Métis spirit which is Otipemisiwak, the people who own themselves. My ancestors were very rebellious, strong spirited, independent – really remarkable people.”
The take away from this exhibit is love, Stagg said. Having her daughter transformed her, she added. This exhibit is a departure from her usual work depicting nature and motherhood has informed her art in a very meaningful way.
“The images I’ve created on top of the scrip – which is a very ugly background , and that’s the point – but the images on top are extremely loving,” Stagg said.
“They’re very beautiful. They tell a story of my journey through pregnancy and the first year of my daughter’s life. They are done in the Métis style of art which includes florals and it’s an embracing of my culture and I hope that people see a lot of love and a lot of motherhood reflected back at them.”
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In loving memory of William Cassie
Dec 31, 1932Sep 23, 2020
You are thought of everyday; Wish we could sit down and talk together once again; You were the heartbeat of this family; We love and miss you dearly.
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‘He asked for so little, but gave so very much’
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Jul 10,1934 to Sept 24, 2017
Four years gone and still missing you!
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John Koshykar
Born June 7th, 1944
Bonnyville, Alberta
Passed away September 16th, 2021
Prince George, B.C.
Service will be held September 29, 2021 at 362 Ruggles St. Viewing from 3 pm to 5 pm. Food and refreshments to follow with fire come celebrate John’s life with our family.
John leaves behind his sons Jason and Michael, as well his daughters Flora and Alvina Desjarlais, Numerous grand children, great grandchildren. John now is with his daughter Dina, his mom, dad and other friends and family members.
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Itiswillgreatsadnessthatweannouncethelossofour mother,sister,grandmother,great-grandmother,andour bestfriend:ShirleyElizabethCahoon(neeHutton). Shirleywaspredeceasedbyherhusband,GlenCahoon; hermother,RobinaHutton;sister,PatriciaDingwall;and brothers,BobandJackHutton.
ShirleywasborninVulcan,AlbertaonOctober9,1938, toGeorgeandRobinaHutton.Sheworkedasatelephone operatorinherearlydays,andlaterworkedatFields StoreformanyyearsasamanageratbothFortSt.James andPrinceGeorge,BC.
ShemeetandmarriedGlenCahoonin1958andhadfour children,Debbie(son,Damien),Cindy(daughter, Alyxandria),Mike(wife,Susan;daughters,Kirstynand Kaitlyn),andAllan(wife,Cheryl;sons,CodyandTravis). Shelovedtotraveltovisitherbrother,Jimandhiswife, Hillary,playBingo,andwatchgameshows. WewillbehavingaCelebrationofLifeatafuturedateand willannouncethedateandlocationwhenitisarranged. Momwillbegreatlymissedasshewasourrock;shewas aninspirationforherkindness.
Dr. David Grant Wheatcroft 1941-2021
David passed away on September 19th, 2021, at the age of 80, after a courageous battle with cancer. Left behind with many wonderful memories are his wife Rizalina, his children Natalie, David Jr., and Rodney, as well as his grandson, Nathaniel. David was predeceased by his son, Jason, in 1993. An avid pilot and beloved Chiropractor in Quesnel, Prince George, and Vanderhoof from 1979 to 2020, David will forever be remembered for his kind heart, boundless generosity, and unfailing sense of humour.
Please visit https://www.mykeeper.com/profile/DavidWheatcroft/ to share memories and check for updates re: his celebration of life. Memorial donations may be made directly to the Hospice Society of Prince George.
Dieter Alois Wimmer
March 5, 1934 - August 27, 2021
Dieter was born in Leipzig, Germany and was raised in an orphanage until his father and stepmother adopted him when he was 3 years old. He grew up in Dingelsdorf on the Bodensee but the romance of cowboy novels and the dire conditions of post war Germany led him on a journey to Canada. He eventually ended up in Edmonton and worked as a ranch hand.
Dad repeatedly told us that his chance meeting with Mom at the corner of Jasper Avenue and 97th Avenue was a miracle. A minute earlier or later, he would have missed the love of his life. They shared a memorable 66 years together.
His lust for adventure and the need for steady employment led his young family to Kitimat, B.C. The amazing fishing and outdoor experiences far outweighed the work conditions, incessant rain and isolation. After several years, Dieter packed up his family and headed east to Prince George. A carpenter by trade, he soon found employment at Northwood Pulp Mill. They spent over 30 years in Prince George where Dieter was an active member of the Canadian Ski Patrol at Purden Mountain and a dedicated member of the Provincial Search and Rescue team. It is here that he instilled in his family a lifelong passion for skiing and the great outdoors.
In the early 1990’s, Dieter and Alexandra moved to Salmon Arm, B.C. and loved every moment of their retirement. The area reminded Dieter of the Bodensee and he loved picking cherries, apples and walnuts, which were all lovingly preserved. They also loved to fish and their Kokanee fry ups were legendary.
Dieter and Alexandra also spent a great deal of time travelling around the world. Favourite spots included Mexico in the winters and Germany, where he loved to reconnect with his brother Peter and sisters Birgit, Regina and Monika as well as many other friends and family there.
Missing him forever are his wife Alexandra, children Angela Lesniewicz (George), Andre (Janice), Ralph (Polly) and Opa to Demitri (Andrea), Dominica, Tatiana (Stephen), Dakota and Hamish as well as the great grandchildren - twins Atley and Miro, who Dad could never tell apart!
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BAIRD,IainPeter 1939-2021
IainPeterBaird,bornMay7,1939inVerdun,Quebec, passedawayonSeptember16,2021attheRotary HospiceHouseinPrinceGeorgeBC,attheageof82.He issurvivedbyonesisterPatricia,ofNorthVancouverBC, predeceasedbyhisfatherandmother,PaulandMildred, sisterCynthia,andbrotherRobin.
Iainisalsomournedbyalonglistofthoseconnectedto himbyworkorfriendship,especiallyPaulBroda (Collette),GeorgeFabi(Bernice)andthePetkaufamily.
In1963,IainmovedtotheWestCoastofBCafter completingbothhisBachelorofArtsatConcordia UniversityandaMasterofDivinityatMcGillUniversity. Iainacceptedthepositionofcurate,firstontheColumbia CoastMissionShip,andthenin1966attheMissionsto SeameninVancouver.Itwasduringthistimethathe becameinterestedinsciencebasedenvironmentalissues, whichresultedinacareerchange.HeattendedBCIT’s EnvironmentalHealthprogramin1972,followedbyan outstanding38yearcareerwithHealthCanadaintheFirst NationsandInuitHealthProgram.Iainretiredin2013to enjoylifeonhishobbyfarminFerndale,wherehewillbe rememberedforhisgenerositytoothers,andhissafe sanctuaryforanimals.
Wewelcomeallfamilyandfriendstoacelebrationoflife athisresidenceonSunday,October3rdfrom1pm-4pm. InternmentwillbeattheDorchesterRuralCemetery,New Brunswick.
Shirley Janet Purdon
Shirley Janet Purdon, passed away in the early morning hours of September 19, 2021 at the age of 72. She was a long-time resident of Prince George who had recently relocated to the Okanagan and enjoyed her last days at their home in Kamloops and their beautiful lot in Sorrento that she loved so much.
Shirley spent her entire life working along side her spouse and best friend Burke Purdon and being a dedicated mom to daughter Roxanne and son Earl. She leaves behind not only Burke, Roxanne and Earl, but 6 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, her sisters Patti (Bob), and Donna (Colin) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Shirley is predeceased by her mother Janet, her father Robert, her brother David and her daughter in law Lynn.
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved and only son, DAVID MOCILAC. David passed away September 11, 2021 in Split Croatia at the age of 35. David will be remembered to those who knew him as being kind and caring with a great sense of humor. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and pet rabbit. He loved sports, played junior hockey and was an avid soccer player. David will be greatly missed by his mother Marija and father Karla Mocilac as well as uncles, aunts, cousins, other family and friends.
Gone too soon and forever in our hearts -Love Mom and Dad
A prayer service for David will be held on Monday October 4th, 2021 at 7:00pm at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday October 5th, 2021at 10:00 am at Sacred Heart Cathedral with interment to follow in Prince George Memorial Park Cemetery
Shirley was the pillar and monarch of her family and will be greatly missed by all.
At this time no service will be held, however, there will be a celebration of life at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the BC Cancer Society or the Prince George Hospice House.
November 8th, 1961September 5th, 2021
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Wayne.
Survived by his partner of 35 years. Karen Fiddler, his mother, father, sister and 2 brothers, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Wayne was a big man with a big personality, who has left us all with big memories.
He was an avid outdoorsman. A trait he inherited from his father (Charlie). Wayne loved to cook. A trait he inherited from his mother (Elaine). They enjoyed making perogies together. A loving brother to Cathy (Phil), Chuck (Joy), Greg (Kim). They shared big adventures. Wayne treasured the time spent with his nieces (Kianna & Julie) and nephews (Joshua, Brendan & Logan).
He was “Uncle” Wayne to Sean (King), Katie (King), Shyla (Gowrie), Holly (HarperKwitkoski), Charlie (Harper), Joshua (Brierley) and Desiray (Fiddler-Peacock).
A joyful Brother-in-law to Kim (Fiddler-Woods) and Terry (Mullins). They loved “The Skipper”. Wayne loved his friends (too numerous to mention) and all the adventures they shared. When Wayne walked into our lives he left a lasting impression. He lived his life with joy and passion.
“If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I’d walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.”
You will be greatly missed “Big Guy”.
A very special thank you to Shane, Cindy, Bruce & Lorraine, Cst. Ebeling & Cst. Belok. Heartfelt gratitude to Kim Woods, Linda Thomas and Crystal Livingstone. Forever Grateful.
A Celebration of Life, will be announced at a later date.
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LilliaArp(Furano)passedawayonSep15,2021withher childrenbyherside.Lilliawasbornandlivedallofher 82yearsinPrinceGeorge.Inadditiontobeingaloving mother,grandmotherandwife,Lilliagavebacktoher communitythroughhercharitableworkwithmany organizations.SheissurvivedbyherchildrenBarry, Darla(BrianZollen),andBlain;grandchildrenKristen, BrettandNash;hersisterHilmaPylot;andnumerous nieces,nephewsandextendedfamily.Lilliawas predeceasedbyherhusbandDarwin,parentsAnnaand LouisFurano,sistersMary,Emma,andAnnie,and brotherGary.Lilliawaslaidtorestwithherhusband Darwin,onSep22,2021.Inlieuofflowers,donations maybemadetoRotaryHospiceSocietytohelpensure theyareabletocontinueprovidingcompassionatecare toothersastheydidtoourmom.
Lynn Chamberlain
October 30, 1957 - September 6, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family of Lynn Chamberlain announce her passing on Sept 6, 2021.
A Celebration of Lynn’s Life will be held on October 8th, 2021 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm at the Eagles Hall (6742 Dagg Rd), Prince George, BC. Please join us on celebrating Lynn and her beautiful life.
Due to covid restrictions, masks will be required to attend.
OSWALD LLOYD WONG
Oswald Lloyd Wong, went to be with the Lord on September 16th, 2021 at the age of 84 years. Oswald is survived by his loving wife Fay of 56 years, four daughters; Karen, Brigitte, Nicole and Renee (Rod). He is also survived by seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Oswald was predeceased by his mother Marie, father Albert, brother Anthony and sisters; Cathlyn, Teresa and Melva. A Celebration of his life was held on Friday, September 24th, 2021 at 11:00 am at College Heights Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Prince George Hospice Society.
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SCHLITT, Paul Samuel
October 18, 1923September 24, 2021
It is with great sadness we the family of Paul announces his passing in Salmon Arm, BC.
Paul leaves behind his beloved wife of 70 years; Constance, children Marilyn (Paul Gunther), Sharon (Dan Stoesz), Reg, Ruth (Roy Shane), Richard (Marilyn Birch), Faith (Phil Scarott); 24 amazing grandchildren and 41 precious great grandchildren.
Predeceased by his parents in Prince George and many relatives and friends.
Paul came to Prince George from Hungary at the age of 7, lived in Buckhorn on the farm for many years before moving to the city and then to Salmon Arm. He helped build the original Evangelical Free Church, sang gospel music on CKPG and was a trucker all his life until age 93.
Curtis Dale Myers
Mar 11, 1964Sep 19, 2021
With heavy hearts, the family of Curtis Dale Myers of Prince George, BC, is saddened to announce his passing at the age of 57 on September 19, 2021.
In Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in March of 1964, Curtis was born the third of four children to parents Buddy and Edith. His entire life he was dedicated to God, a faith ushered in by his parents who took him and his three siblings along to Africa for missionary work. Curtis talked fondly of his time spent abroad, reveling in the stories and memories of his early years spent there. He even had quite a few momentos of that profound time in his life on display at his home. In fact, all of his greatest accomplishments were laid bare with pride for everyone to see: a master archer, having placed third in Canada at his peak; an avid hunter and genuine outdoorsman, with impressive knowledge of all matter of flora and fauna; the ultimate jack-of-alltrades and an intuitive mechanic, nothing was too simple nor too complicated to escape his sharp mind. He was a force to be reckoned with when he set his mind to something, a trait many admired and relied on.
Curtis is survived by: son, Erik, and daughters, Sonja and Dana; two granddaughters, Lia and Summer; mom, Rae; two brothers, Kerry (Louise) and Rod (Lorrie), sister, Andrea (Chris); five nephews, two nieces, and extended family and friends.
Curtis is predeceased by parents Buddy and Edith Myers.
An intimate Memorial Service will be held in Prince George at Assman Funeral Chapel on October 2, 2021, at 2pm. Due to Covid-19 concerns and the safety of all, the family ask that in person attendance be only family and close friends, but we encourage everyone to watch along online with the family at the link provided below.
Memorial Donations may be made in Curtis’ name to the Diabetes Canada Foundation at www.diabetes.ca/donate
Doug Gale
1930-2021
It is with deep sadness, that we, as a family announce the passing of our dad, Doug Gale on September 22, 2021 in Prince George, BC. He passed away surrounded by the love of his children.
Dad was born Dalton Douglas Gale on March 21, 1930 in Minnehik, Alberta. He was the second of six children born to parents Lillian and Sid Gale. From a young age his passion was trucks and truck driving would be his occupation until his retirement. Low bed trucks in Alberta in the 50’s and 60’s, logging trucks around Prince George in the 70’s for McDermids and Lofting. In the 80’s and 90’s long haul trucking throughout Canada and the USA until his retirement. With at least 3 million miles driven he was highly respected among his friends and fellow truckers.
In 2016 dad moved back to Prince George to be closer to his children, Tracy, Jody, and Brad. He loved puttering around, walking, watching his Toronto Blue Jays on TV, going to hockey games or long drives in the car, the longer the better! Every weekend, winter or summer, Jody, Brad and dad would be in the shop working on their endless projects together. Rebuilding cars and trucks or simply making something from spare parts he couldn’t wait for the weekend to begin. He truly enjoyed the days he spent with all of us.
Dad is survived by his children, daughter Tracy (Murray) Mushaluk, two sons, Jody (Paula) and Brad (Jessica). His only grandchild; Chelsea (David) and 2 great granddaughters; Isla and Sadie. Dad was so proud to say he was a “great grandpa”.
He also leaves behind friend and former wife Kathy (Ralph). Celebrating special events and recognizing milestones brought us all together to hear their stories of growing up in Wildwood, Alberta, working in the logging camp in Giscome, and of past friends and family. These stories brought laughter to us all and memories us kids will have forever.
Brothers and sisters who survive dad and will miss him dearly are, Bud, Jerry (Maureen), Gloria (Emory) Holbrook, and Sharon (Dan) Oksen. Many nieces and nephews will miss “Uncle Doug”.
He was predeceased by sister Delores, sister-inlaw Marilyn and nephew Cory.
We would like to thank Dr Bruce Wilson, Seth in Palliative Care, Miranda and Angie in Short Stay and the staff at Prince George Hospice House for their care of dad and support to us throughout this time.
Dad requested no formal service and instead wanted those around him to celebrate their own lives, families and loved ones.
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3. A STEADY HAND
When you pour the concrete, make sure it seeps into every crevice Once the form is filled, you’ll need to remove air bubbles and smooth out the surface of the slab with a bull float and trowel. Allow the concrete to harden overnight before you carefully remove the form.
Keep in mind that pouring concrete can be a challenge, particularly for large-scale projects like a garage floor. To ensure the job is done correctly, leave it to the professionals
3 ways to display your wine
If you want to display your wine collection, here are three simple ways to showcase it
1. ON A BAR CART
Opt for a cart made of reclaimed wood or with an industrial metal frame Lay out an assortment of bottles and glasses to create a look that’s as stylish as it is functional Make sure your bar cart is on wheels so you can entertain in any room in your home.
2. IN A HUTCH
Traditionally used to display dishware, this classic piece of dining room furniture can also be used to exhibit your wine collection. Choose one with plenty of space and open shelving to highlight bottles, decanters and glassware.You’ll also want your hutch to have drawers and cabinets as these are helpful for storing bar tools and accessories
3.
ON A MOUNTED RACK
From simple metal pegs to elaborate wood shelving, you can display your wine collection by hanging it from a wall-mounted rack You can choose either a vertical
bottles
or horizontal model and select a style that suits your decor
Keep in mind that the ideal temperature for storing all wines, red or white, is around seven to 12 degrees Celsius (45 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit). Additionally, it’s best to keep bottles out of direct sunlight.
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5 components of a cosy nursery
If you have a baby on the way, you’ll probably want to think about creating a nursery. Here are five design elements to incorporate into the room.
1. A SOFT, NEUTRAL PALETTE
Create a soothing space with light tones and pastel colours. Options like seafoam green, lavender and cream are lovely alternatives to the traditional pale pink and baby blue. Be sure to use eco-friendly paint that doesn’t contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
2. A DURABLE FLOOR
Favour strong materials like bamboo, cork and vinyl that will provide a comfortable play surface for your infant. Avoid flooring with a glossy finish as it will highlight every scratch and imperfection. A soft rug makes a nice addition to the space, and there are colours and designs for every taste.
3. AN ERGONOMIC CHAIR
A comfortable place to feed, soothe and read to your baby is essential. Opt for a rocking chair, glider or simply one with sufficient padding For those 3 a.m.
wake-up calls, treat yourself to a rocking ottoman as well so you’ll have a place to rest your feet.
4. A VERSATILE CHANGING TABLE
An increasing number of vendors now offer multi-purpose changing tables that double as a dresser or bookcase. In addition to being an attractive piece of furniture, you’ll have plenty of storage space for clothes and toys as your child gets older
5. A SAFE PLACE TO SLEEP
Before you purchase a new or second-hand crib, make sure it adheres to the latest government safety standards This includes having a tight-fitting mattress and bars that are no more than six centimetres apart. You should also be aware that drop-side cribs are a hazard and their sale is prohibited.
For the finishing touches, install a roller shade or thick curtains to make nap time easier You should also include a few lighting options such as a ceiling light, table lamp and nightlight.
How to hang a mirror
USE THE RIGHT HARDWARE
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You’ll also need to consider the mirror’s size and weight when determining the kind and quantity of
For a frameless mirror, you can mount
FIND THE RIGHT SPOT
Use a measuring tape and level to determine the ideal location to hang your mirror Opt for a height that’s at eye level for most adult members of your household Avoid hanging a mirror opposite a window that gets direct sunlight as this can create a blinding reflection. Take your time to mark the spot for each nail or screw with a pencil
Once you’ve chosen a location and installed the hardware, carefully hang your mirror Make sure it’s secure before you let go, then step back and enjoy the view
