THURSDAY, March 10, 2022
FOR UKRAINE Vova Pluzhnikov and some supporters run along 15th Avenue early Tuesday morning. The 26-year-old native of Kharkiv, Ukraine, held his Run For Ukraine: 44 km for 44 million – a fundraiser to help 44 million residents of his homeland under attack from Russia. The UNBC student and longtime member of the UNBC Timberwolves basketball team wrapped up his run with a rally at city hall Tuesday afternoon.
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff
Tuomas Ukonmaanaho of Prince George never dreamed he would become a member of two teams to break two world records in track and field at the BC Masters Indoor Championship held in Kamloops last weekend.
He got the call when one of the Greyhounds Masters Track & Field Club relay team racers took ill.
“The gang from Vancouver – my running buddies – called me up to ask if I’d be able to run if one of them couldn’t,” the 77-yearold member of the Prince George Track and Field Club said.
“The requirement was I had to be over 75 years old and they needed a warm body. I fit that.”
men by more than 2,000 points and the Canadian record by more than 200 points last August in Surrey.
The M75 4x800m team ran their race in 13:07.96, crushing the previous world record of 13:44.84 set last year in Spain by more than 36 seconds.
Ukonmaanaho was on the 4 x 800 metre team with Barrie Dargie, 77, Pat Harton, 80, and Mark Stewart, 77.
They assured him that they would give him a heads up if he needed to run on Friday night so that he could go to Kamloops on Thursday and rest up to race Friday night.
The call never came and “Ukon Tom” as he is known assumed the other runner would be up for the challenge so he drovethesixhourstogettoKamloopson Friday only to get his number, compete in the individual pole vault and the shot put before being told he was racing in the 4 x 800 metre relay less than an hour later.
Ukonmaanaho is a decathlete so he is familiar with competing in multiple events in one day. He broke the BC record for decathlon for 75-79 year old
Dargie ran his half a mile in three minutes and 22 seconds, followed by Ukonmaanaho (3:26), Harton (3:11) and Stewart (3:06).
The next day, Ukonmaanaho, Dargie and Stewart teamed up with Piara Bhullar in the M75 4x400 relay, where they won in a world record time of 5:24.52, topping the previous record of 5:37.03 set in 2020 by a team in Germany by more than 12 seconds. Stewart ran his quarter mile in 1:21, followed by Ukonmaanaho (1:17), Dargie (1:29), and Bhullar (1:18).
“It doesn’t feel any different but on the other hand I can’t quite believe it,” Ukonmaanaho said of his accomplishments.
“I can say that I kept up with my teammates and held my own when it came to my time in the 4 x 400 metre race,” Ukonmaanaho said. “I am lucky.”
In his individual events this past weekend, Ukonmaanaho took first in pole vault, high jump and the 200m sprint and took second in the shot put. He opted out of long jump because his legs just couldn’t do it after all the running, he said.
WHAT:
Public Hearings regarding:
•Proposed amendment to “City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 8383, 2011”
•Proposed amendment to “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007”
•Proposed Discharge of Land Use Contract
City Council consideration of:
•Proposed “City of Prince George Pharaoh Road Road ClosureBylaw No. 9223, 2021”
WHEN:
Monday,March 14, 2022
WHERE:
Council Chambers of City Hall, 2nd Floor,1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, BC PROPOSALS:
1. “City of Prince George Pharaoh Road Road ClosureBylaw No. 9223, 2021”
Applicant: City of Prince George
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Pursuant to section 40 of the Community Charter,the City of Prince George intends to close an approximate 0.160 ha (hectares) portion of road as shown on Reference Plan EPP113217 dedicated on Plan 14133, adjacent to the property legally described as Parcel A, District Lot 2098, Cariboo District, Plan PGP36956 and remove the road dedication, as shown outlined in bold black on the Location Map #1 below
The purpose of the road closureistoenable the sale of the closed road area to the adjacent property owners. The proposed closureand sale provides the property owners the ability to consolidate the closed road area with their adjacent property
Location Map #1
Pharaoh Road Closure
2. “City of Prince George Authorization Issuance Land Use Contract No. LU 28-76, Bylaw No. 2910, 1976, Discharge Bylaw No. 9225, 2021”
Applicants: L&M Engineering Ltd. for 101178167 Saskatchewan Ltd. and 101100639 Saskatchewan Ltd.
Subject Property: WesternRoad (PID: 011-520-949)
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Bylaw No. 9225, 2021 proposes to discharge the Land Use Contract registered on title of the subject property under the Land Title and Survey Authority registration number: M12699, as shown on Appendix “A” to Bylaw No. 9225, 2021.
The registered Land Use Contract restricts land use, development regulations, infrastructure and futuresubdivision of the subject property.The purpose of this application is to discharge the Land Use Contract thereby allowing the subject property to be regulated under the “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007”. The property owners arecurrently in the process of developing a10-lot rural residential subdivision that is in accordance with the current AR3: Rural Residential zone on the subject property
The proposed Bylaw applies to the property legally described as The South West ¼ofDistrict Lot 625, Cariboo District, Except Plans H705, 13483, 13646, 14296, 18560, 25988, 25989 and 33086, as shown outlined in bold black on the following Location Map #2.
CORRAL RD
CANTLE DR
Location Map #2 WesternRoad (PID: 011-520-949)
3. “City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 8383, 2011, Amendment Bylaw No. 9202, 2021” and “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 9203, 2021”
Applicant: McWalter Consulting Limited for 1127415 B.C. Ltd., Inc. No. BC1127415
Subject Property: 9048 Sintich Road
Time: 7:00 p.m.
The purpose of these applications is to amend the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw to facilitate the development of ahydrogen service station and contractor service on the subject property located at 9048 Sintich Road.
3.1. “City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 8383, 2011, Amendment Bylaw No. 9202, 2021”
Bylaw No. 9202, 2021 proposes to amend “Schedule B-6: FutureLand Use” of “City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 8383, 2011” by re-designating the subject property from Light Industrial (1.5 hectares) and Rural Resource (2.5 hectares) to Light Industrial as shown on Appendix “A” to Bylaw No. 9202, 2021.
3.2. “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 9203, 2021”
Bylaw No. 9203, 2021 proposes to amend “City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007” by rezoning the subject property from M2: General Industrial (1.5 hectares) and AF: Agricultureand Forestry (2.5 hectares) to M2: General Industrial as shown on Appendix “A” to Bylaw No. 9203, 2021.
The subject bylaws apply to the property legally described as Lot 1, District Lot 751, Cariboo District, Plan 14660, Except Plan 22376, as shown outlined in bold black on Location Map #3 below
Location Map #3 9048 Sintich Road
Residents who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaws areinvited to provide comments to Council by the methods noted below
Residents wishing to provide comments to Council on the following Bylaw may only do so by submitting comments in writing:
•“City of Prince George Pharaoh Road Road ClosureBylaw No. 9223, 2021”.
Residents wishing to provide comments to Council on the following Bylaws may do so by submitting comments in writing, via telephone, or in person during the Public Hearing:
•“City of Prince George Authorization Issuance Land Use Contract No. LU 28-76, Bylaw No. 2910, 1976, Discharge Bylaw No. 9225, 2021”;
•“City of Prince George Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 8383, 2011, Amendment Bylaw No. 9202, 2021”; and
•“City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007, Amendment Bylaw No. 9203, 2021”.
For written comments to be included on the agenda for Council’sreview in advance of their consideration of the Bylaws, they must be received by the Corporate Officer no later than 5:00 p.m., Tuesday,March 8, 2022.Written submissions received after the noted deadline and before 3:00 p.m., Monday,March 14, 2022 will be provided to Council on the day of the meeting for their consideration during deliberations on the application.
Written comments may be sent by email to cityclerk@princegeorge.ca, faxed to (250)561-0183, or mailed or delivered to the address noted on the bottom of this Notice.
Written submissions will form part of the Council agenda, become public record, and areposted on the City’swebsite. By making awritten submission you areconsenting to the disclosureofany personal information that you provide.
ATTEND BY TELEPHONE
Public hearings arescheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Monday,March 14, 2022. To participate via telephone, residents arerecommended to dial into the meeting at least 10 minutes beforethe start time of the Public Hearing by dialing 1-877-708-3350, Access Code: 1269574#.
ATTEND IN PERSON
Residents who wish to speak to Council in person can do so during the Public Hearing in Council Chambers on the 2nd Floor of City Hall at 7:00 p.m. on Monday,March 14, 2022.
The City of Prince George follows the orders of the Provincial Health Officer and guidelines regarding gatherings and events. When Public Hearings arerequired to be held, measures have been put in place to support the health and safety of members of the public attending the Public Hearing to provide comments.
City of Prince George open Council meetings arepublic and may be televised, streamed live by webcast, recorded, and archived on the City’swebsite for viewing by the public. By attending an open Council meeting or making asubmission at apublic hearing you areconsenting to the disclosureofany personal information that you provide.
For moredetailed information on providing submissions to Council, please visit www.princegeorge.ca/publichearings.
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, BC, V2L 3V9.
NEED MORE INFORMATION?
Acopy of the proposed Bylaws and other related documents will be available for review by the public on the City’swebsite www.princegeorge.ca under ‘News and Notices’ beginning Wednesday,March 2, 2022.These documents may also be reviewed at the Development Services office on the 2nd Floor of City Hall on March 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 14, 2022 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
WHO CAN ISPEAK TO?
For moreinformation, please contact Development Services in person, by telephone at (250)561-7611, or by email to devserv@princegeorge.ca
For questions related to Council Meeting participation and procedures, please contact the Legislative Services Division by telephone (250)561-7793 or by email to cityclerk@princegeorge.ca.
The City is seeking residents interested in serving on the Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration.
The City is accepting applications to fill five (5) positions for aterm that begins upon Council appointment in April 2022 and ends upon presentation of final committee recommendations at a regular Council meeting beforeJune 30, 2022.
The primary purpose of the Committee is to review and make recommendations to City Council on remuneration such as wages, expenses, and benefits outlined in the “City of Prince George Council Remuneration Bylaw No. 8414, 2012” for the Mayor and Councillors and to provide recommendations on aremuneration structurefor implementation in January 2023.
In addition to being available to attend committee meetings scheduled between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday,applicants should ensurethey meet the following eligibility requirements:
•Must be electors of the City of Prince George;
•Must be available to serve for the full term of the appointment; and
•May not be employees of the City of Prince George.
Application forms may be completed and submitted online (www.princegeorge.ca/committees), picked up from and delivered to the Legislative Services Division, 5th Floor,City Hall, or emailed to legislativeservices@princegeorge.ca.
Applicants arealso encouraged to submit astatement and/or resume detailing their interest and qualifications related to the purpose of the Committee.
Deadline for Applications: 5:00 p.m., Friday,March 18, 2022
For any questions, or to have an application form mailed to you, please contact the Legislative Services Department at (250) 561-7655 or legislativeservices@princegeorge.ca.
HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff
Pacific BioEnergy has closed its doors after more than 28 years of operations in Prince George.
“Last night at 4 a.m. we did shut down the plant on a permanent basis,” said PacBio CEO John Stirling, at a press conference Friday in front of the PacBio wood pellet plant on Willow Cale Road.
“We did not lay people off suddenly and send them home, we set a target and we successfully achieved that target last night, and we could only do it that way because we trust our team.”
The company announced it would permanently close its wood pellet plant back in December 2021, stating it had reached an agreement to assign some of its assets, including the wood pellet long term sales contracts, to the Drax Group.
The PacBio closure means the loss of 55 direct jobs and Stirling noted the plant itself will be dismantled and moved elsewhere over the next few months.
Stirling explained that sawmill closures in the region have reduced the volume of available raw materials and increased their cost significantly.
Forest fires, landslides, and floods affected the company’s ability to transport products by rail to the export terminal in North Vancouver.
Aron Moscrip worked at Pacific BioEnergy for the past 20 years, starting from
the bottom and working his way up to become a production supervisor and team lead.
“I’m taking it day by day,” said Moscrip, of the plant’s closure.
“It’s a bit emotional. I’m not 100 per cent
sure [what I will do next]. I’ve spent half of my life here so we will see.”
Vice president of finance and corporate development, Karen Staahl, has been working for PacBio for the past 13 years and said she will be staying on for a few more months to help transition employees.
“We are fortunate to have the opportunity to really wind down in an orderly fashion and we are proud of the work we have done to support the team here with regard to outpatient counselling and financial planning services, so we are working really hard right now to make sure everyone finds a really good job leaving here so that is the focus for the next few months.”
PacBio began in 1994 with a vision to take residual fibre from sawmills that were once disposed of in beehive burners and turn that material into carbon-neutral renewable fuel to replace coal and fossil fuels.
Stirling said PacBio did a lot of creative things to increase the scope of fibre supply like harvest forest slash material and dead burnt pine from the Bobtail Lake fire, but that a lot of change is needed in the forest industry to keep the province competitive.
ARTHUR WILLIAMS
Citizen staff
City council has approved $460,000 in cost overruns for a pair of capital projects planned for this year.
Council approved spending $760,000 to construct a new washroom facility at Carrie Jane Gray Park and approved spending $500,000 to connect the Ramada Hotel to the city’s Downtown Renewable Energy System.
The washroom project had an initial budget of $500,000 and the Downtown Renewable Energy System project was initially budgeted at $300,000, according to a pair of reports presented to city council.
“The existing facilities (in Carrie Jane Gray Park) have flooding issues,” city director of civic operations Blake
McIntosh said. “When they are open, they just don’t function as well as when they were new.”
The current washroom facilities at the park will not be sufficient when the city hosts the B.C. Summer Games from July 21 to July 24, he added. The new washroom is expected to be complete just in time for the games.
The city only received a single bid on each of the projects, McIntosh said. The washroom project was originally put out to tender in June last year, but the city only received a single bid. A second tender process was conducted in January, but the city still received just one bid on the work – at a slightly higher cost than the June bid process, he added.
Leland Hanson, city manager of project delivery, said the proposed park
bathroom is 750 sq. feet, roughly double the size of the existing bathroom at Carrie Jane Gray Park. The concrete block building will include locked storage for parks staff equipment.
Concrete block construction is needed, he added, because of the amount of wear and tear public washroom facilities experience. The new facility is expected to have a 25-year useful life, Hanson added.
“We built the same floor plan in Ron Brent (Park) in 2020. It was 40 per cent smaller, and it cost $200,000,” Hanson said.
A shortage of skilled tradespeople and other supply chain issues has resulted in significant inflation of construction costs in the city, he added.
“This kind of price for a square building is just blowing me away. We could build a
whole house for this,” Coun. Terri McConnachie said. “It’s a significant amount of money.”
McConnachie and councillors Brian Skakun and Kyle Sampson voted against the construction of the new bathroom facility. The motion passed five to three.
“I can appreciate that costs have gone up, but I can’t support this,” Skakun said. “To spend $760,000 on one washroom…. Is too much.”
Sampson brought forward a motion to look for other storage options at the park, to reduce the size of the needed building. That motion was defeated.
“My concern is if we do hold off on this, it is just going to increase in costs,” Coun. Cori Ramsay said. “It is still a lot of money for a washroom. (But) there needs to be a washroom in that park.”
DeannaWasnik Director of Planning&Development
councillor apologizes for comments during meeting
ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff
Prince George city councillor Kyle Sampson has issued a public apology for comments he made during a city council meeting last month.
During a council discussion following a presentation by Prince George RCMP Supt. Shaun Wright on Feb. 7, Sampson commented on the ongoing crime issues in the city. “It wouldn’t be a meeting with you without saying I think crime is crime,” Sampson said to Wright. “And I am really sick of these losers committing crime in our community. That is what they are, they’re a bunch of losers and they don’t deserve to have any empathy or sympathy given towards them. I hope that we can push the full force of the law on each and every one who commits crime in Prince George and make them feel as unwelcome as possible.”
At the end of last week’s city council meeting on Feb. 28, Sampson issued a public apology for his earlier comments.
That is what they are, they’re a bunch of losers and they don’t deserve to have any empathy or sympathy given towards them.
“I can see how my comments could be seen to target our vulnerable population and for that I am sincerely sorry. That was not my intention,” Sampson said. “I recognize I may have disappointed some and angered others by the use of my language and by the way I oversimplified a rather complex matter to ‘crime is crime.’”
Sampson said it was unfair to associate crime with the city’s downtown community “or those who are vulnerable, dehoused or struggling with poverty and living with mental health disorders.”
He has been a strong advocate for the Prince George RCMP’s Car 60 program which pairs mental health nurses with RCMP officers to respond to people having mental health emergencies, he added. Sampson said he loves Prince George and his comments were the result of his frustration over the crime in the city.
“Although my comments may not have reflected it… I have begun to understand the nuances of crime and the effects it can have on our diverse community,” Sampson said. “Again, I sincerely apologize to those who felt hurt or marginalized by my comments.”
Sampson has faced backlash on social media for his comments.
“He’s been called out on Twitter numerous times over this quote and I have yet to see a response. I hope residents will continue to hold him accountable for his disgusting language, this is absolutely appalling. He needs to educate himself and apologize,” one commenter on a Prince George reddit thread said.
“Really unprofessional of Kyle to call them a bunch of losers,” another commenter said. “Most of these people are the results of our local MCFD, school district and mental health services letting them fall through the cracks. Admittedly if they’re committing crime, they should be punished but everyone deserves compassion.”
“Look, I get being upset at crime in this town, particularly in the core. But this requires an apology. The lack of nuance here, while perhaps not surprising, is certainly disappointing,” a third said.
– See LETS ALL BE WINNERS, page 8
What: Public Hearing regarding Zoning Bylaw No. 2892, Amendment Bylaw No. 3238, 2021
When and Where: 7:30 pm, Thursday,March 24, 2022
Viatelephone conference call and in person attendance
The public hearing will be chaired by adelegate of the Regional District Board.
Owner: Kim and Stacey Forrest
Agent: Megan Hickey,BPI (L&M Engineering Ltd).
Proposal: Zoning Bylaw No. 2892, Amendment Bylaw No. 3238, 2021 is proposed to rezone the subject property from Rural 2(Ru2) to Rural Residential 1(RR1) to permit afour-lot subdivision or other uses pursuant to the RR1 zone. The property is legally described as The North ½ofthe North West ¼ofthe Fractional North East ¼of District Lot 2670 Cariboo District.
How can Iparticipate and provide comment?
Anyone who believes that their interest in land is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded areasonable opportunity to be heardatthe public hearing or to present written comments prior to or at the public hearing regarding matters contained in the bylaws.
Attendance at public hearings must follow provincial health orders. Telephone attendance is encouraged due to limited room capacity Masks arerequired.
Attend through telephone conference call: Contact the Regional District at 250-960-4400 or developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca for the telephone conference number and instructions
Attend in person: Members of the public interested in participating in the public hearing in person may attend the public hearing at: Regional District BoardRoom 155 George Street, Prince George BC
Submit written comments: Written comments will be accepted by the Regional District in advance of the public hearing until 9:00 am on March 24, 2022 by:
Email: developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca
Hand/Mail: 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 Fax: 250-562-8676
Written comments received before9:00 am on March 24, 2022 (day of the public hearing) will be posted to the Regional District’s website.
Written comments will be accepted after 9:00 am on March 24, 2022 (day of the public hearing) and until the close of the public hearing by email only: developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca
Any material received beforeoratthe public hearing will become public information.
Need moreinfo? Acopy of the proposed Bylaw and any relevant background materials areavailable for review by the public on the Regional District’swebsite at http://www.rdffg.bc.ca/services/ development/land-use-planning/current-applications/ or at the Regional District office, by appointment only,Monday through Friday,8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., between March 1and March 24, 2022. To make an appointment contact the Regional District at developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca or at 250-960-4400. Who can Ispeak to? RichardBuchan, Planner II, 250-960-4400
What:Public Hearing regarding Zoning Bylaw No. 2892, Amendment Bylaw No. 3226, 2021
When and Where:
7:30 pm, Tuesday,March 22, 2022
Viatelephone conference call and in person attendance
The public hearing will be chaired by adelegate of the Regional District Board.
Applicant: Daron and Mechthild Miller
Proposal: Zoning Bylaw No. 2892, Amendment Bylaw No. 3226, 2021 is proposed to remove the minimum site area required for a Cannabis Production use on the subject property on asite-specific basis. Further,the bylaw will restrict the maximum site area of Cannabis Production use to 4.0 ha on the subject property.The property is legally described as Block AOfThe South West 1/4 Of District Lot 2200 Cariboo District. The property is located at 22415 and 22425 Blackwater Road.
How can Iparticipate and provide comment?
Anyone who believes that their interest in land is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded areasonable opportunity to be heardatthe public hearing or to present written comments prior to or at the public hearing regarding matters contained in the bylaws.
Attendance at public hearings must follow provincial health orders. Telephone attendance is encouraged due to limited room capacity Masks arerequired.
Attend through telephone conference call: Contact the Regional District at 250-960-4400 or developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca for the telephone conference number and instructions
Attend in person: Members of the public interested in participating in the public hearing in person may attend the public hearing at: Regional District BoardRoom 155 George Street, Prince George BC
Submit written comments: Written comments will be accepted by the Regional District in advance of the public hearing until 9:00 am on March 22, 2022 by: Email: developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca
Hand/Mail: 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 Fax: 250-562-8676
Written comments received before9:00 am on March 22, 2022 (day of the public hearing) will be posted to the Regional District’s website.
Written comments will be accepted after 9:00 am on March 22, 2022 (day of the public hearing) and until the close of the public hearing by email only:developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca
Any material received beforeoratthe public hearing will become public information.
Need moreinfo? Acopy of the proposed Bylaw and any relevant background materials areavailable for review by the public on the Regional District’swebsite at http://www.rdffg.bc.ca/services/ development/land-use-planning/current-applications/ or at the Regional District office, by appointment only,Monday through Friday,8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., between March 1and March 22, 2022. To make an appointment contact the Regional District at developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca or at 250-960-4400. Who can Ispeak to? Daniel Burke, Planner II, 250-960-4400
Thieves in Prince George are increasingly targeting memorial bench plaques in city parks.
The City of Prince George is now urging thieves to stop, stating it’s not only extremely disrespectful but unprofitable.
The city has contacted all local authorized recyclers and scrap dealers and alerted them to the recent rash of thefts.
In the past few years, an increasing number of plaques have been pried and ripped off park benches, which are often purchased by the families and friends of departed loved ones as part of the city’s gifts and legacies program.
In recent years, vandalism of memorial plaques has escalated, particularly this year:
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“We have certainly seen an uptick in the theft of these items in recent years and the replacement costs have escalated as well. We began replacing the bronze plaques that were used formerly with less-expensive aluminum versions
to help deter thieves, but so far that does not seem to matter,” said Robyn McConkey, park services coordinator.
“Apparently, the thieves don’t recognize the difference and they don’t know that they can’t sell the plaques locally. We know all the local dealers and they refuse to buy them and, in fact, alert us whenever someone tries to sell one.”
Aluminum plaques cost the city $450 to replace, while the bronze variety are $600.
The city has also been replacing cedar benches with recycled plastic composite versions, which are less expensive and make removing plaques more difficult, but there are still many cedar benches in the inventory and the costs are mounting.
“Scrap metal dealers and pawn brokers are required to register items such as memorial plaques in a database that is accessible to law enforcement officers. This includes the name and photograph of the person pawning the items,” stated Cpl. Jennifer Cooper, media spokesperson for the Prince George RCMP.
“Police agencies can use this information to further their investigations into the possession of stolen property for individuals turning in these memorial plaques.”
What: Consideration of Temporary UsePermit No. 254
When and Where:
1:30 p.m., Thursday,March 17, 2022
RegionalDistrict BoardRoom 155George Street, Prince George BC
Owner: Lorie Atkinson
Proposal:The purpose of TemporaryUse Permit No. 254istoallow for astorage/ warehouse facility use on the subject property for up to athree (3) year period.The storage/ warehouse facility use is associatedwith a party supply rental company.The subject property is legally described as Lot 5District Lot 635 CaribooDistrict Plan BCP18775 and is locatedat9040 TaborGlenDrive.
Needmoreinfo? Acopy of theproposed Permit and any relevant background materials areavailable forreviewbythe public on the Regional District’swebsite at http://www.rdffg.bc.ca/services/development/ land-use-planning/current-applications/ or at the RegionalDistrictoffice, by appointment only,Monday through Friday,8:00amto 4:30 pm,between March 1and March17, 2022. To makeanappointment contact the RegionalDistrictat250-960-4400 or at developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca
Who can Ispeak to? Richard Buchan, Planner II, 250-960-4400
A house fire on Feb. 28 claimed the life of a local three-year-old girl and left her mother and older brother in hospital, according to a GoFundMe Campaign organized for the family.
A statement issued by the Prince George RCMP said fire crews were called to the home in the 2400-block of Devonshire Crescent around 3 p.m. last Monday. Fire crews were on the scene when police officers arrived and three people were transported to hospital with serious injuries.
“A fire investigator from the Prince George RCMP conducted a parallel investigation with Fire Prevention Officers and an Inspector from the B.C. Safety Authority. The evidence gathered so far suggests the fire was not criminal in nature and the scene has been turned back over to Prince George Fire Services,” Prince George RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Jennifer Cooper said in the statement.
Cooper said she could not confirm the condition of the three patients after they were transported to hospital. However, a spokesperson for the BC Coroners Service said the service is investigating a death matching the circumstances described in the GoFundMe campaign.
In a GoFundMe campaign created on Feb 28, Destiny McKinney said her mother was home with her four younger siblings when the fire broke out.
“My parents house recently caught fire early this afternoon. Leaving the upstairs unit pooling with black smoke. My Dad was at work and my mom was home with my Four siblings, Trinity, (16), DéjàRay (6), Darion (4), and Araya-Vada (3),” McKinney wrote. “Trinity and Déjà made it out safety. My Mom and Darion & Araya on the other hand, did not. My Mom is currently intubated admitted in the ICU, And my brother and sister are being Medivacted to Vancouver’s Children Hospital.” A later update said that three-year-old Araya-Vada Martin had died from her injuries.
“My dad has to take time off work and will be flying down to Vancouver with my siblings, and my other siblings will be residing with me for the time being. We’re hoping to raise some money to help with bills, hotels, food, transport, clothes, and hopefully be able to have a little help getting them a new home to bring them home too,” McKinney wrote. “If anyone has any household items, clothes sizes small/ medium in women’s clothes and size 6 in girl clothes, or anything to help get back on their feet would be truly appreciated.”
Brian Fawcett, an award-winning Canadian author who grew up in Prince George, has died.
Fawcett wrote more than 20 books of fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
Fawcett returned to Prince George often and launched one of his most successful books, The Last of the Lumbermen, here in 2013. The book was about the very popular Prince George hockey team back in the 50s and 60s.
Fawcett’s book Virtual Clearcut: Or, the Way Things Are in My Home Town won the Pearson Prize for non-fiction in 2004.
we came down at about 7:15. I remember looking at the big pile of rubble thinking ‘oh, geez’. I didn’t play hockey for a couple of years because I was so frightened. A lot of things in The Last of the Lumbermen were taken from memory.”
Fawcett moved to Vancouver when he was 22. After three years in the forest service, he decided he really needed to go to university. He was a charter student at Simon Fraser University. He lived in Vancouver for about 25 years, and then he was invited to be on a television show in Toronto called Imprint for TV Ontario. The show was about books.
Human Happiness published in 2012 was shortlisted for the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Literary Excellence.
As a child, Fawcett attended Connaught Elementary. After it burned down, he went to King George V then off to the rebuilt Connaught Jr. High and then Prince George Senior Secondary.
Fawcett played baseball and minor hockey as he grew up.
When he was about 10 years old, the old arena collapsed. That was in the mid 50s.
“I was supposed to be there when the arena roof collapsed – an hour later I would have been underneath it, along with a bunch of other kids,” said Fawcett during an interview with The Citizen in 2013. “I was due to play at 8:30 a.m. and
“I took one look at the producer of the show and that was it – for both of us,” said Fawcett. They fell in love. He never thought he would leave B.C.
Fawcett was born in Prince George on May 13, 1944, and died in Toronto on Feb. 27 from a condition called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, which he was diagnosed with in 2018. The diagnosis came with a dire prediction that he would only live another 26 months.
“He beat that by many, many, many months so that part was certainly a good thing for us,” Fawcett’s son Max said.
Fawcett is survived by his partner Fran Piccaluga, three children Jesse, Max and Hartlea, and three grandchildren, Fraser –named after the Fraser River - Matisse and Everett.
A longtime Prince George business owner who played a significant role in the creation of UNBC and the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation has died of COVID-19.
Myron Sambad, 87, passed away peacefully at Kelowna General Hospital on Feb. 18 with family members at his side.
Born in Montreal on Oct. 1, 1934, to Russian Jewish immigrants, Sambad was always the best-dressed kid in school thanks to his father Maximillian, a tailor.
member of the Prince George Regional Hospital Foundation, which later became the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation and served as its first president.
After graduation, Sambad started his working career as a furniture upholsterer before moving into commercial electrical work with Hume and Rumble in Vancouver.
In the early 1970s, he moved to Prince George where he started his own successful electrical company Sambad Electric.
In 1983, he bought Bater Electric, which he operated until finally selling in 2019.
In 1991, Sambad became a founding
At the 25th anniversary of the foundation, he was acknowledged as a patron for his tireless work as an advocate, contributor, and fundraiser for the foundation. Sambad was also a proud founding member of the Interior University Society, the group which campaigned the provincial government to create the University of Northern B.C. (UNBC). He also served terms as president of the Prince George Construction Association, the Electrical Contractors Association and the Prince George Rotary Club.
Sambad was also a member of the Prince George Shriners, Gizeh Temple, for more than 50 years and was the longtime host of the annual Prince George Hospital telethon.
Residents are asked to make a donation to his endowment fund with the Sprit of the North Healthcare Foundation in his memory.
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Coun. Kyle Sampson did the right thing at the last Prince George city council meeting, apologizing for referring to frequent lawbreakers as “a bunch of losers.”
Elected officials take an oath to represent all residents, the ones who voted for them and the ones who didn’t, the people who obey the law and those who don’t, winners and losers alike.
Take away the word “losers” and substitute it with “criminals” and there’s little controversy in what Sampson said. Residents can debate the merits of his further comments, that police should use their power to harass the most frequent offenders, but that can be done respectfully and without name-calling.
It would have been better if his apology had come less than three weeks after he made the initial comments back on Feb 7 but an overdue sorry is better than none. Many readers have said on our website that Sampson spoke the truth and he had nothing to apologize for but to those folks, please read what he said in his apology and follow his example.
“I oversimplified a rather complex matter,” he said. “I have begun to understand the nuances of crime,” he added, noting that his choice of words lumped in “those who are vulnerable, dehoused or struggling with poverty and living with mental health disorders.”
But let’s for a moment agree the word “losers” applies here. If that is the case, doesn’t that then force the “winners” to do something about it, something more than just lording their status over others? Losers, in sports or life, would like to be winners, too Hey, “winners,” what are you doing to change things except complaining that you’re the real victim here and demanding “somebody do something?”
Of course, law enforcement and jail is an option for frequent, low-level criminals but the final option, when all else fails. Jails protect law-abiding citizens but they are also a boarding school for crime, where minor offenders too often learn little more than how to be lifelong criminals.
Addressing poverty, addiction, trauma and mental health are proven methods to reduce the amount of minor crime because they focus on the people Take care of the person and their antisocial and illegal behaviour takes care of itself.
When firefighters are called into action, they don’t fight the smoke, they fight the fire
Sampson said he loves Prince George and his comments were the result of his frustration. As an elected official, he and his colleagues at the local, regional, provincial and federal level are the “somebodies” with the power and authority to “do something.” But they can’t do it alone.
We all have a role to play in making our communities safer When we do that, everyone wins.
Editor-in-chief Neil Godbout
Last week, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland warned that any Canadians joining the Russian military’s invasion of Ukraine could face fines or jail time under the Foreign Enlistment Act.
That makes good sense, as Canada has rightly opposed the invasion and imposed punishing sanctions against Russia. However, at the same press conference, Defence Minister Anita Anand said that “the legalities of the situation … are indeterminant at this time,” for Canadians joining the Ukrainian International Legion of Territorial Defense.
Roughly 16,000 international volunteers are expected to join the legion, according to a statement by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Given that there are roughly 1.4 million Canadians with Ukrainian heritage – the largest Ukrainian immigrant community outside of Russia – the federal government should expect that many
Canadiansmayfeelcalledtodefend their ancestral homeland Others with no direct ties to Ukraine may also volunteer for a wide range of motivations.
Canada needs to clear up the legalities for those brave volunteers as quickly as possible, by declaring that no Canadians will face legal repercussions under the Foreign Enlistment Act for joining the International Legion.
The Foreign Enlistment Act was passed in 1937 to keep people like my grandfather, Edward Komodowski, from joining the International Brigade fighting in the Spanish Civil War against the fascist military coup led by Francisco Franco.
When the International Brigade veterans returned home, they faced plenty of “indeterminate” legalities. Fighting the fascists in Spain was technically illegal, and my grandfather and others were suspected of being Communist sympathizers because the Soviet Union had provided weapons
and military aid to the Spanish Republicans
Eventually he and the other Canadian volunteers were vindicated, and today there are memorials honouring their bravery in Ottawa, Victoria, Toronto and Winnipeg. Most were erected too late for my grandfather and his comrades in arms to see them
As a country, let’s not do to the couragous volunteers in Ukraine what we did to my grandfather and his brothers in arms.
But, that said, it is important to acknowledge that war in the 2020s isn’tthesameasitwasinthe1930s. Ukraine doesn’t need a flood of inexperienced, unready volunteers with no military skills or experience. But Canadians with military training, past or current, or other specialized or useful skills who want to join the fight for Ukrainian freedom should be allowed to do so without fear of returning home as criminals.
Arthur Williams is a reporter at the Prince George Citizen.
There has been a great deal of discussion in the American media about the teaching of critical race theory.
Some states have passed legislation to prevent discussion of this topic in schools and others have similar bills before their elected assemblies. Michigan is one of these states and I recently came across a document published by the Michigan Council for the Social Studies which discusses the concerns of educators if the proposed legislation becomes law.
Ifpassed,“thecurriculumprovidedto all pupils….(would) not include cover of the critical race theory, the 1619 Project, or any of the following theories (including) that an individual, by virtue of his or her race, is inherently racist or oppressive, whether consciously or unconsciously.”
My mission as a teacher is to create a world where people, as Martin Luther King Jr. said, “will not be judged by the
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colour of their skin, but by the content of their character.”
A world where every child, no matter what they look like, how they choose to worship, whom they love, or where they live, is given the opportunity to pursue their dreams and achieve their potential.
There is a great deal of racism in history. Racism resulted in the exploitation of millions of people around the world.
This exploitation allowed some people to acquire tremendous wealth, and these people were disproportionately European or of European descent. The structures put into place continue to
impact the present, and the result is that in much of the world, people of non-European ancestry have disproportionately lower levels of income, education, and life expectancy.
This is not my fault, nor is it the fault of any of the young people who sit in my classroom. I am not racist because these structures exist or even because I have unknowingly benefitted from them.
I am perpetuating racism, however, if I do not embrace the responsibility to reform these structures.
When people ask hard questions and embrace the ugly truth in their histories, as Germany has done in teaching about the Holocaust and Canada is doing by teaching about our colonial past, they pull away the blinds of racism and allow their people to thrive.
We may pass laws to prevent the discussion of truth, but legislation can never make the truth disappear.
Gerry Chidiac is a Prince George writer.
Putin’s stories don’t match
Recently, I was reminded humans are story tellers. Indeed, the telling of stories is one of the key steps in our evolution and a defining characteristic of our humanity.
We tell ourselves stories all of our life.
Some are stories about the good things we have done, like helping your sister with her homework or taking care of a friend. Some are just stories about how to do things, such as the math involved in your sister’s homework. And some are stories we would rather forget.
Stories matter And collectively, some of our stories weave our history.
There have been several news stories of late which proclaim we are watching history being made with the events in Ukraine. In point of fact, we are watching history being made every moment of everyday – whether it’s your child’s first word or a friend going through a
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traumatic break-up But those histories are ones only a few people will ever know.
What is happening in Ukraine is a much bigger story and one that we will be studying for years to come, no matter what the outcome. Indeed, if NATO forces go forward with imposing a no-fly zone over Ukraine, it might be a story that will be years in the telling as that would escalate the conflict to the point where a peaceful resolution may not be possible.
In any case, the Ukrainians have their story of events and the Russian have
In an emotional Feb. 2 column (“Why we didn’t cover the local convoy rally”), we were informed by the editor of the Citizen that a local protest had not been covered in the news pages because some reporters had been mistreated at a previous protest. In short, decisions about news coverage were made based on the injured feelings of journalists.
So when we read in a Feb.18 column (“Why we didn’t name the donors”) by the editor that the Citizen will publicly name anyone who can be confirmed to have contributed to those now-illegal protests, it is difficult not to believe that this decision was also motivated by hurt feelings. If I were on that list, I would think I had been threatened as payback.
Journalists don’t have to be good to have social power in a community, but no journalist is good who misuses it.
Boris DeWiel, Prince George
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theirs. Of the two, the more credible is the story we are hearing from the Ukrainians. The Russian pre-text for invasion is based on the premise genocide was occurring among the Russian speaking population in east Ukraine.
It is a clever story but one that lacks any sort of evidence. If there was evidence of mass murders simply for the crime of speaking Russian on Ukrainian soil then where is it? Why didn’t the Russiangovernmentbringtheevidence forward? Present proof to the world and maybe the outcome is different.
But that is the problem with stories. Yes, we always tell ourselves stories.
However, sometimes those stories are works of fiction and fantasy not based in fact at all. The story of the war in Ukraine, on the other hand, is definitely real.
Todd Whitcombe is a chemistry professor at UNBC
The government made it too easy to access the COVID money they were handing out.
I personally saw people that have never worked and were on government assistance to begin with get access to it without any problems.
So they were getting the social assistance that included extra dollars for the pandemic and were also getting the CERB so they had it good until they were discontinued.
Now with no more extra funds and their addiction totally out of control they are resorting to crime to supplement what they were getting from the government at the height of the pandemic.
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Should we have fewer MLAs in Central and Northern B.C.?
● Yes, if you believe in one person, one vote 78 votes, 12 per cent
● Not sure, we’d lose representation in Victoria 32 votes, 5 per cent
● No, this region needs adequate representation. 515 votes, 82 per cent
Do you think the Russian team should be banned from playing at the World Women’s Curling Championship?
● Yes, the world needs to stand united with Ukraine. 755 votes, 76 per cent
● Not sure, shouldn’t politics be kept out of sports? 61 votes, 6 per cent
● No, it’s not the fault of the athletes what their government is doing. 178 votes, 18 per cent
What: Public Hearing regarding Zoning Bylaw No. 2892, Amendment Bylaw No. 3234, 2021
When and Where:
7:00 pm, Thursday,March 17, 2022
Viatelephone conference call and in person attendance
The public hearing will be chaired by adelegate of the Regional District Board.
Applicant: Allen and Barry Work
Proposal: Zoning Bylaw No 2892, Amendment Bylaw No. 3234, 2021 is proposed to reduce the minimum site area required for a Cannabis Production use from 259.0 ha to 4.0 ha on the subject property on asite-specific basis. The property is legally described as Lot 30 District Lot 4633 Cariboo District Plan 24152, Except Part Subdivided By Plan BCP39147. The property is located at 10495 Horseshoe Drive.
How can Iparticipate and provide comment?
Anyone who believes that their interest in land is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded areasonable opportunity to be heardatthe public hearing or to present written comments prior to or at the public hearing regarding matters contained in the bylaws.
Attendance at public hearings must follow provincial health orders. Telephone attendance is encouraged due to limited room capacity Masks arerequired.
Attend through telephone conference call: Contact the Regional District at 250-960-4400 or developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca for the telephone conference number and instructions
Attend in person: Members of the public interested in participating in the public hearing in person may attend the public hearing at: Regional District BoardRoom 155 George Street, Prince George BC
Submit written comments: Written comments will be accepted by the Regional District in advance of the public hearing until 9:00 am on March 17, 2022 by: Email: developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca
Hand/Mail: 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 Fax: 250-562-8676
Written comments received before9:00 am on March 17, 2022 (day of the public hearing) will be posted to the Regional District’s website.
Written comments will be accepted after 9:00 am on March 17, 2022 (day of the public hearing) and until the close of the public hearing by email only: developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca
Any material received beforeoratthe public hearing will become public information.
Need moreinfo? Acopy of the proposed Bylaw and any relevant background materials areavailable for review by the public on the Regional District’swebsite at http://www.rdffg.bc.ca/services/development/land-useplanning/current-applications/ or at the Regional District office, by appointment only,Monday through Friday,8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., between February 24 and March 17, 2022. To make an appointment contact the Regional District at developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca or at 250-960-4400.
Who can Ispeak to? Daniel Burke, Planner II, 250-960-4400
What: PublicHearingregardingZoningBylawNo.2892, AmendmentBylawNo.3244,2021
When and Where:
6:00pm,Thursday,March17,2022
Viatelephoneconferencecallandinpersonattendance
Thepublichearingwillbechairedbyadelegateofthe RegionalDistrictBoard.
Applicant: RegionalDistrictofFraser-FortGeorge Proposal: ZoningBylawNo.2892,AmendmentBylawNo. 3244,2021isproposedtoamendallresidential,commercial, industrial,andinstitutionalzonesthatcurrentlyregulate theminimumfloorareaofthefirststoreyofadwellingunit. Ineachzonetheminimumfloorarearegulationwillbe removedandreplacedwiththefollowing:“Theminimumfloor areaofadwellingunitistoconformtoBCBuildingCode requirements.”
How can Iparticipate and provide comment?
Anyonewhobelievesthattheirinterestinlandisaffected bytheproposedbylawshallbeaffordedareasonable opportunitytobeheardatthepublichearingortopresent writtencommentspriortooratthepublichearingregarding matterscontainedinthebylaws.
Attendanceatpublichearingsmustfollowprovincialhealth orders.Telephoneattendanceisencouragedduetolimited roomcapacity.Masksarerequired.
Attend through telephone conference call: Contactthe RegionalDistrictat250-960-4400or developmentservices@rdffg.bc.caforthetelephone conferencenumberandinstructions
Attend in person: Membersofthepublicinterestedin participatinginthepublichearinginpersonmayattendthe publichearingat: Regional District BoardRoom 155 George Street, Prince George BC
Submit written comments: Writtencommentswillbe acceptedbytheRegionalDistrictinadvanceofthepublic hearinguntil9:00amonMarch17,2022by: Email: developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca Hand/Mail: 155GeorgeStreet,PrinceGeorge,BCV2L1P8 Fax: 250-562-8676
Writtencommentsreceivedbefore9:00amonMarch17, 2022(dayofthepublichearing)willbepostedtotheRegional District’swebsite.
Writtencommentswillbeacceptedafter9:00amonMarch 17,2022(dayofthepublichearing)anduntilthecloseofthe publichearingby email only: developmentservices@rdffg.bc.ca
Anymaterialreceivedbeforeoratthepublichearingwill becomepublicinformation.
Need moreinfo? AcopyoftheproposedBylawandany relevantbackgroundmaterialsareavailableforreviewbythe publicontheRegionalDistrict’swebsiteat http://www.rdffg.bc.ca/services/development/land-useplanning/current-applications/orattheRegionalDistrict office,byappointmentonly,MondaythroughFriday,8:00 a.m.to4:30p.m.,betweenFebruary24andMarch17,2022. TomakeanappointmentcontacttheRegionalDistrictat developmentservices@rdffg.bc.caorat250-960-4400. Who can Ispeak to? DevelopmentServices,250-960-4400
TED CLARKE Citizen staff
What a difference a weekend made for cross-country skier Skye Cadell.
A week ago at the BC Teck Track Attack Championships in Kelowna, the 11-year-old was down on herself. She felt physically drained before her races, especially the freestyle sprint, and her performance was a disappointment.
“I didn’t feel great and I didn’t feel fast,” she said. All it took was a change of scenery to turn Cadell’s emotions 180 degrees.
Racing on her home trails at Otway Nordic Centre in the BC Teck Cross-Country Championships put a smile on the face of the Caledonia Nordic Ski Club member.
After getting to the finish fourth in her U-12-2 girls classic race Friday, Cadell placed seventh in Saturday’s freestyle event.
“It helped a lot that we were racing here, I was ready for my (classic) race and I felt pretty good,” said Cadell.
Cadell is also a competitive biathlete and spends much more time skate-skiing than she does practicing her classic technique, so that made her classic race Friday even more satisfying.
Cadell comes from a skiing family. Her older sisters Iona, 15, and Isla, 13, both race, and Skye has been trying to keep up to them on the practice trails ever since she started skiing. Her Caledonia coach, Simon Lamarche, calls Skye “an aerobic machine.”
“She raced really well at the Track Attack Championships but I think she was disappointed and that’s what’s cool about the sport is that it is exposure therapy to these kinds of things,” said Lamarche. “They’ll all have setbacks and they’ll all be disappointed, but they’re learning the power of having the courage to show up, giving it their best and when they’re disappointed to be able to cope with that and reset and try again. They see that by focusing on the weaknesses and embracing their strengths and being kind to themselves and to others, they can grow and have a more interesting life.”
Cadell is a Grade 6 student at Ecole Lac des Bois and she also swims with the Prince George Barracudas Swim Club. Her family stays active through the warm-weather months going for long hikes and backpacking trips, which keeps the girls in great shape for ski racing. Saturday’s freestyle race gave Skye a chance to put into her race a few things she learned in practice this winter.
“It’s fun trying new and different techniques,” she said. “I one-skated in different areas going uphill and I twoskated in different place than I normally would.”
On Sunday, she teamed up with Anna Callaway and Lillianna Botten on Team Die!!! to finish 11th out of 20 teams in the U-14 girls two km relay.
Race events were cancelled last season because of the pandemic and Lamarche says his young skiers had pent-up energy after a year of not being able to race. He was encouraged to see so any parents get involved in staging the races as volunteers and says it helps to have a strong club of 2,800 members that has built a worldclass facility to allow young up-and-coming racers in cross-country and biathlon to develop.
“What’s really cool is to see these kids really grow and gain life skills and do it for the right reason.,” he said.
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were looking at me wondering what to do. But to their credit, our defensive game was really good.
The College Heights Cougars had their high school girls basketball engine in cruise control, leading the Sa-Hali Sabres of Kamloops by 24 points with four minutes gone in the third quarter.
All they had to do was hang on to that lead and fifth place in the 16-team triple-A provincial championship was theirs. If only it was that easy.
The Sabres started hitting their shots and by the three-quarter mark the College Heights lead was down to 15. Sa-Hali continued the onslaught in the fourth quarter and it was a one-point game with seconds remaining when the ball came to Cougar guard Rachel Loukes. She was immediately fouled on the inbound play and went to the line with four-tenths of a second left. Rather than shooting her free throw, she passed the ball to teammate Loren Caceres and the buzzer sounded on a 67-66 College Heights victory.
“With about five minutes left it was a sixpoint game and we just traded baskets or a little bit and we were just hanging on for dear life,” said Cougars head coach Wade Loukes. “It was pretty tense and the girls
“We slowed them down by pressing them a fair bit and even when they were making their run at the end they had to methodically bring the ball up the court because the press was slowing them down. Credit to Olivia Vigue, Harleen Ghuman and Ainslee Rushton, they again did really well on the boards and caused problems for their post players.
“We hit a couple late to get back up and time kind of ran out on them.”
Cougars guard Rachel Loukes scored a game-high 35 points and had five rebounds, backed by a 21-point game from Sophia Fuller.
The Cougars were seeded fifth in the tournament in Langley and that’s where they finished. They ended up with a 3-1 record, their only loss to R.A. McMath of Richmond, who advanced to the championship game against Mennonite Educational Institute.
“For us to be seeded fifth and come fifth is a huge achievement,” said coach Loukes. “Those top four teams were kind of in a different class and they knocked off all of us other teams.”
HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff
A group of high school students from throughout School District No. 57 (SD57) has premiered a video series tackling racism within schools in Prince George.
The four-part video series called Raising the B.A.R. (Bystanders Against Racism) which features interviews with past and present students, was produced by the District Student Advisory Committee (DSAC) over the course of two years.
It premiered at a special screening at Vanier Hall last Wednesday.
Harsh Dhaliwal, a Prince George Secondary School student (PGSS) and DSAC Chair, introduced the films and explained how the project first began at the November 2020 DSAC meeting.
Typically, DSAC works as a connection between the board of trustees and the student body and meets once a month.
Dhaliwal said this particular meeting followedanincidentofblackfaceatoneofthe high schools and after discussing it and increasing incidents of racism following the renaming of Shas Ti – Kelly Road Secondary School, the group decided their focus for the year would be anti-racism work.
“With this project, we wanted to impact people through the heart and through the powerofstory,”saidDhaliwal.“Wewanted to evoke empathy through the power of storytelling and help people understand how racism is a systemic barrier and the impact that racism has and the negative things it does to people of colour in our communities.”
The students started the project planning to make one video, but with over eight hours of footage, decided instead to divide it into a four-part series. The first video showcases stories and experiences, the second focuses on the impacts of racism, the third touches on hope and alliances, while the fourth video is designed for educators.
“This movement encompasses not only
the demand for anti-racism work here in SD57 but also the push for creating spaces across all levels where students can be a part of decisions that directly impact classrooms and the greater community,” said DSAC lead and vice-principal of Indigenous education Katie Marren.
“This group has taken their role of student voice and moved it into student agency. Not only have they practiced and perfected voicing their concerns and opinions but they have also created encouraged and supported change and transformation.”
Duchess Park Secondary School student Kasia Eyob said she hopes the students who see these films take in the message.
“For me, it was emotional, for something that I have been experiencing my entire life, and for it to be put out there and to truly dig into that it was really impactful,” said Eyob. “What I want to take away from this experience is to not lose hope that there are definitely allies out there that do want to continue this and want to learn about racism or be anti-racist.”
Olivia Masich, a grade 12 student at DPSS, said making these films was an educational experience and she hopes they can inspire change.
“Some kids may feel seen, feel understood and feel less alone and I hope other kids reflect on their actions and realize that what they are doing is wrong, what they are saying is wrong, and they need to step up because it takes everyone to do this.”
Before the screening, superintendent Cindy Heitman congratulated the students for their work and said she was hopeful for the future of the school district.
“Racism is a real thing in our community. Our school community and our community at large. To know that students are leading this work for our district and for out community makes my heart feel full,” said Heitman.
The video series is available online at https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=PyX81hRIVgA
TED CLARKE Citizen staff
The Way To The Heart, a movie filmed last spring in Prince George, is coming soon to a screen near you.
The 90-minute movie, starring Jon Cor and Meghan Heffern, will be shown on Super Channel, which is available through Shaw or Telus cable providers.
Super Channel has 10 scheduled screenings of The Way To The Heart, starting on April 9 at 8 p.m. and continuing until April 23.
It will also be available for streaming and on-demand from April 10.
Directed by Wendy Ord, the drama centres around Ava (Heffern), a chef at a big-city restaurant who has lost her spark and on the advice of her boss returns to
her home in a smaller city to enable her to save her menu and her job.
That smaller city is Prince George and viewers will recognize some of the film sets such as Cranbrook Hill, Shane Lake at Forests For the World, and the quiet roads of Pineview.
At first, Ava is less than enthusiastic about coming home to the city she left behind, where she has to reconcile her relationship with her curmudgeon father, who would rather work on his car than take an interest in feeding on his daughter’s fancy culinary creations.
But a chance meeting with childhood friend Logan (Cor), an advocate for the local farmer’s market, puts Ava on the path to rediscovering herself and her passion for food as their romantic relationship blossoms.
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January26,1936March5,2022
Lothar M.G. Jasmer passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on Saturday March 5th, 2022 surrounded by his family at Gateway Care Home. Predeceased by his loving wife of 30 years, Ruth P. Reikort. Lothar is survived and sadly missed by his children: Mimi (Amber), John, Darlene (Alex), Eva (Denyse), Silvia; grandchildren: Nicholas, Monica, Brandon, Trista, Elizabeth (Patric), Rosemary, AJ (Mikayla), Max (Quinn), Patrick; great grandchildren: Harper and Teaira; cousins, nieces and nephews. Lothar was born in Berlin, Germany and immigrated to Canada in his early 20’s. He was loving father, husband, friend, uncle, cousin, carpenter, craftsman and Pineview Fire Department Volunteer. He loved to travel, build houses and cabinetry A tea and coffee will be held atalaterdate.
GeorgeRichardJohnson “Rick”
August6,1967-February28,2022
Rick passed away in Whitehorse, YT at the age of 54.
He leaves behind his partner Ginger, parents Ian & Judy Mackay, children Chayse, Paige, Karl, 3 grandchildren,alsomanyrelatives&friends.
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RenaEllaMarieKieser (Rancourt)
January23,1938March1,2022
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Rena Kieser in Prince George, BC at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia surroundedbyfamily
Survived by her Partner, Frank Buzas and his 3 daughters, Regina (Brian), Helen (Leroy), Melody, and Jordan and Thomas; Rena’s son-in-law Florent and daughter-in-law Jacky; grandchildren Cheryl (David), Annette, Richard (Cathy), Michelle, Leonard (Brooke), Nicole, Lise (Mike), and Colin; great-grandchildren Parker, Alexa, Taylor, Dante, Katelynn, Desmond, Dean and Tilly; and Siblings, Rita, Edna, Murielle, Celine and Marie (Eudore); brother-in-law Edmond, as well as numerous nephews and nieces and many extendedfamilymembers.
Pre-deceased by her husband Ben Kieser, children Susan and Victor, grandson-in-law Fred, parents Conrad and Yvonne and siblings Ray, Paul, Laurie,Irene,Ella,Huguette,ClaireandOlive.
Robert(Jerry)G.CURISTON
October19,1932-February28,2022
Survived by his wife Mary, sister Evelyn (Lloyd)
daughter Cheryl Hora, son Brian (Trinda) Curiston, stepson Dennis (Adelle) Nelson, stepdaughter Maureen Nelson as well as his grandchildren, great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Due to COVID a funeral will not beheldatthistime.
She was a strong, stubborn, feisty firecracker of a woman who lived her 84 years of life with love, grace and dignity despite the losses of her adult children and living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in her lateryears.
Rena was a social butterfly. She loved people, her family, and the ever growing additions to the family tree. Her love of travel brought her to meet her new family in Hungary, Europe and to the USA for many fun trips and joining step daughters on many of their work trips. Rena was a supporter of her step-daughter’s roles at the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation and attended many communityfunctionspriortoCOVID19.
We love you Rena, enjoy the heavenly reunion Rena. Breathe Easy.
Funeral Service - March 11, 2022 - 10:00 a.m. - Full Mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral,887PatriciaBlvd,PrinceGeorge,BC
Interment - 11:30 a.m. - Memorial Park Cemetery, 3300 Memorial Park Cemetery,PrinceGeorge,BC
Reception - 11:30 a.m. Doors Open - House of Ancestors “Uda Dune Baiyo” Conference Centre - 355 Vancouver Street, Prince George, BC (Please follow PublicHealthOrders-Masks/FaceCoverings) LunchtofollowafterfamilyarrivesbackfromInterment ManythankstoLheidliT’ennehFirstNationfortheirsupportandassistance.
Karl Fabian Bjorklund
September 4, 1960 –February 24, 2022
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Karl Bjorklund.
Karl was predeceased by his loving wife Linda Garnot, his father Carl Bjorklund, step mom Mary. He is survived by his mom Mae and siblings Lloyd (Ruby), Vince, Sharon (Bill), Donna, Cheryl (Mike), Duwayne, Curtis, many nieces and nephews, step children Rene (Loretta), Chad (Cindy), Bonnie (Monty), his grandchildren, great-great grandchildren & friends.
Karl had a heart of gold. He was known to be that big loveable Teddy Bear. His working career he was a professional truck driver for his dad’s trucking company. He enjoyed opening his home to his friend’s & family, especially to his Grandkids. Karl loved playing his scratch & win & lotto tickets. He enjoyed spending hours at the baseball field watching his stepson and grandkids play ball.
We will miss you.
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It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear Mamacita, Mom, Grandma and Friend at the age of 93. She passed away peacefully with family at her side.
Helena was born in Hungary and came to Canada with her parents as an infant. The family settled on their homestead in central Alberta where Helena grew up and worked on the family farm and developed her deep passion for gardening. Mom and Dad were married in Alberta and settled in Sinclair Mills where they lived and raised their two sons. Mom was a strong, hard working and determined woman. After she raised her family, Mom worked as a Tree Planter, Log Scaler and school Custodian.
Helena is survived by sons David (Wendy), Dale (Celeste); grandchildren Nicole, Symon and Jeremy; many nieces, nephews and dear family friends. Predeceased by her father Paul, brother Don, mother Julia, husband Stephen and sister Alice.
The family would like to acknowledge the loving care Mom received during her 5-1/2 year stay at the Oak wing of Simon Fraser Lodge and particularly the exceptional comfort, gentle care, love and compassion during her final days. A Celebration of Life will be announced later this spring. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the charity of your choice.
Wendy Susan Lestage “Susan” 1954-2022
The family of Susan Lestage is saddened to announce her passing on 20 February 2022 at Rotary Hospice House in Prince George, B. C.
She was pre-deceased by her husband Leon Lestage and her parents Joan and Earl Johnson. Left to mourn are her loving son Jesse, sisters Willa (Pete) and Megan (Roger) and four brothers; David, Dan (Linda), Gary and Terry. Also missing her are many nieces and nephews, cousins, in-laws, friends and neighbours.
Susan was born in Campbell River, B. C. on 10 October, 1954 and came to the Cariboo with the family in 1962. Always independent and a hard worker, she worked in Quesnel for a short time and then by 1973 was working in the Eaton’s order office in Prince George. In 1974 she was hired at what is now Pacific Western Brewery and retired from there in 2014. She was the first female brewer in Canada, and enjoyed her work there for forty years and took great pride in her job.
Susan was an energetic and hard working woman. She maintained a garden and yard, cleared the public area behind her house and maintained it like a park. She walked for miles every day and bicycled as well, accompanied by her beloved and faithful dog Cindy.
With the opportunity for great personalization, the funeral service can truly reflect the uniqueness of the life it honours. Contact us to find out more.
Jacqueline Joyce Matthews
August 16, 1939 - February 24, 2022
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Mom, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, Jackie Matthews. She passed away peacefully after a very lengthy illness at the Prince George Hospice House on February 24, 2022.
Jackie is survived by her four children; Cindy (Guy), Cathy, Lori (Dave), and Martin. She is also survived by her nine Grandchildren: Mandy, Ramsey, Melissa, Michael, Ashley, Kevin, Jordan, Cody and Dylan and numerous Great Grandchildren.
She was very blessed to have had many special friends throughout her life.
Jackie was predeceased by her husband Raymond, her parents, as well as, all her siblings. The family would like to thank Dr. Ajaj and all of the Hospice House staff for their compassion and care during her final days.
At her request there will be no service.
May you Rest in Peace Mom You will be truly missed
Hermann breathed the air of this wonderful world for the last time on March 4th, 2022. He died peacefully after a remarkable life of almost 98 years.
Born at Zimmerberg farm in St Johann im Pongau, Austria, he was the youngest of fourteen children. Times were not easy, yet Hermann always made the best of difficult situations, a characteristic that was implanted in his being at a young age and which stayed with him to the very end of his life.
In Austria, living from time to time with an assortment of aunts and uncles (no shortage there), he played with his cousins, learned farm work and lived in a beautiful world of fresh air, mountain meadows and all that is Austria.
Typically for young men in that country, there came a time to learn a trade.
Baking chose Hermann, and he began training in earnest. Then came the war.
To say that was a difficult time would be an understatement. He was fortunate enough to survive and make it through to the other side.
After the war Hermann met Theresia Brandstätter, a young woman from the nearby village of Leogang. Almost before you could say “ach du lieber” they were married! Together they shared a common ambition to begin a new life together overseas. Canada was calling. But not before a few children arrived on the scene.
Hermann came to Canada first, leaving Theresia and the two children behind, while he worked hard to save money for their eventual passage, which came six months later.
The family made a home in Goldbridge, British Columbia, living pretty well in the great outdoors. A tiny shack, two children, newfound friends and one adventure after another. A treasure trove of memories.
Next stop was Campbell River on Vancouver Island. Hermann’s English steadily improved and he began to work as a door-to-door salesman while, at the same time enjoying the company of the three latest children.
It is with profound sadness that I announce the passing of Margrete Wilson on February 11, 2022 at the age of 95 with her daughter by her side. She is survived by her daughter, Lynn Wilson, and predeceased by her husband, Clive.
Margrete was born in Oslo, Norway in 1926. Clive met Margrete while he was on a ski trip in Norway; she later came to Canada and made Prince George her home for more than 60 years. Margrete was warm, kind, gracious, and full of life. She skied until the age of 92 and taught many kids to ski during her years as a ski instructor, teaching into her late 80s. Margrete loved to travel and worked for the Norwegian foreign service in Germany after WWII.
Margrete lived a full and amazing life, was much loved, and will be deeply missed by many. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 12th at 1 pm at St. Michael’s Anglican church in Prince George.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a reception will not be held at this time. As an alternative, friends and family plan to have an outdoor afternoon tea this summer to celebrate Margrete’s well-lived life.
Opportunities presented themselves. In 1961 Hermann was offered work in Prince George. This was to become home for the next three decades. It was in Prince George that he enjoyed a long career with Mutual Life Insurance. Being the original “people person,” he couldn’t have been happier. He and Theresia lived a rich life in their family home, a home that was welcoming to anybody and anyone, young, old, lost or otherwise. Their life together was all about family and friends. These were the golden years.
Theresia passed away in 1991. In 1993 Hermann married Irene and they lived a happy life together in Surrey until her death in 2015.
Hermann spent the last years of his life at Augustine House, a retirement home in Ladner. where he was close to his daughters and not too far away from his sons. He appreciated the compassionate care and friendship of the staff, for which his family is also very grateful.
Even well into his nineties, having had his ups and downs, he always thought of other people first. He was never shy about making someone feel good with a compliment, a little humour or a “thank you.”
Hermann lived a full life and was an example of kindness, respectability and courtesy. He appreciated all people and everything that was good.
Hermann is survived by his five children and their partners: Hermann (JoAnne), Margaret, Chris (Robin), Louise (Chris) and Maria; four grandchildren: Graham (Barbara), Erik (Alanna), Jenna (Terence) and Robert (Fiona); and two great- grandchildren: Poppy and Rosie all of whom he loved very much. He loved and was predeceased by his wife Theresia, daughter Liselotte, sonin-law Laurens Sundberg, grandson Warren, and second wife Irene.
In recent years he often said “When I die, don’t make a fuss.”
Sorry, Dad, we did!
Established Franchise Photography Business Serving Northern B.C for over 35 years
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The Prince George Citizen is looking for a freelance photographer. Interested candidates please email lsmith@glaciermedia.ca along with some samples of your best photos.
Dollar Saver lumber operates a lumber re-manufacturing operation in Prince George We currently have an opportunity in our management group for a Sales Production coordinator.
This position is responsible to perform the following functions:
• Co-ordinate purchase of raw material to meet mill requirements
• Co-ordinate Shipments of finished products to existing customers.
• Work with Mill Management to ensure optimal inventories are maintained.
• Communicate with customers to ensure their needs are being met
Preference will be given for persons
• Good computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
The successful candidate will possess the following qualities
• The ability to deal with customer needs in a calm constructive manner
• The ability to adjust to rapidly changing conditions and developments
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Good analytical skills
The position offers:
• A competitive salary and benefit package
• Opportunity to work in friendly non- bureaucratic environment
Please submit your resume to Frank Skerlak, General Sales Manager at fskerlak@lumber.ca or Bev at: gobbi1@telus.net Only those persons chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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Will purchase estate items; antler mounts, bear rugs, live mounts, hides.
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IN THE MATTER OF THE BANKRUPTCY OF CURTIS GENE BERTRAM HOLMES
NOTICE is hereby given that Curtis Gene Bertram Holmes filed an Assignment in Bankruptcy on Februar y 23, 2022, and that John S. Beverley & Associates Inc. was appointed as Trustee The first meeting of creditors will be held on the 15th day of March 2022 at the hour of 10 o’clock in the morning via video conference (please call 250-563-4300 for video link information).
Dated at Prince George, BC this 28th day of Februar y 2022
WOODLOT 1186
Woodlot Licence Plan
Sorine Winther Holdings Ltd has prepared a Woodlot Licence Plan for the ten-year period commencing in the spring of 2022. The plan is in accordance with the Woodlot Licence Planning and Practices Regulation. The woodlot consists of Schedule B lands in the vicinity of Pilot Mountain and Schedule A lands near Breeze Creek. In accordance with legislation this plan is available for public review and comment. The plan and detailed maps can be reviewed by appointment by calling 250-981-6430. Written comments should be received by April 30th, 2022.
BigSteelBox Corp at 5495 Hartway Drive, Prince George, BC claims a PPSA Lien Against Bittner, Tawny of Prince George, BC for arrears of container rent amounting to $1,836.92 plus any additional costs of storage that accrue. If not paid in full, the contents of the storage container filled with: mattress/box spring, furniture, bags full of items, and other miscellaneous items, will be sold online auction via Ibid4Storage.com on March 10, 2022.
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Whereas the following are indebted to Ace Auto Wrecking Ltd.,
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Highest or any bid not necessarily accepted. Viewing and bids may be submitted to 1360 Foley Cres, Prince George, BC. (250) 564-8444.
Description: As part of the public consultation process required by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), FREEDOM MOBILE is inviting the public to comment on aproposed telecommunications facility consisting of a45meter monopole within the City of Prince George. The monopole structure is required to provide dependable wireless services to areas within afew kilometres of the proposed location listed below:
Proposed Tower Location: 6686 Highway16, Frontage Road, Prince George, BC Coordinates: Lat/Long: N53.83334° and W122.84254°
Community members are invited to provide public comments in written form using the below email or mailing address until April 9th, 2022
Contact Info: c/oJason Niles, Land Use Agent
Vendor to Freedom Mobile Inc.
131 Menzies Street
Victoria, BC, V8V 2G4
P: 250-858-4574
E: jason@niles.ca
General information relating to antenna systems is available on ISED’s Spectrum Management and Telecommunications website: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/ic-gc.nsf/eng/07422.html.
I Glenna Rochelle Yahnke, ser ve Wallace Daniel Yahnke notice that I am filing for divorce according to the Family law ac t. Wallace Daniel Yahnke has 14 days to respond from the date of this publication to the Williams Lake cour t house.
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Canadian Forest Produc ts Ltd. (Canfor), Co Mackenzie Pulp Mill Corporation, Sasuchan Development Corporation, Three Feathers Limited Partnership (TFLP) and Tse’Khene Timber Ltd. are prepar ing an Amendment Requir ing Approval (ARA) to their joint Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) for operations in the Mackenzie Natural Resource Distr ic t.
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FSP 2 Amendment AR A-012 is required to add Non-R eplaceable Forest License A98219 held by Tse’Khene Timber Ltd. into the Forest Stewardship Plan and this amendment will not result in any changes to the FDUs, strategies or results
In accordance with the Forest Planning and Prac tices Regulation, Amendment AR A012 is available for public review and comment from March 15 to May 16, 2022 at the location listed below dur ing regular office hours (8:00 am to 4:00 pm). Due to Covid-19 safet y considerations we request all interested par ties ar range an appointment to view :
Canadian Forest Produc ts Ltd., 5162 Nor thwood Pulpmill Road, P.O. Box 9000, Pr ince George BC V2L 4W2; Phone: (250) 962-3343. Email: Shannon.Bur bee@canfor.com, or dmarshall@srgi.ca.
If an interested par ty is unable to review Amendment AR A-012 dur ing regular business hours, please contac t us by phone, or in wr iting to ar range a suitable time
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The annual spring thaw can lead to flooding, sewer backups and more. Here are four tips to prevent unpleasant surprises when the snow starts to melt
1. CLEAR AWAY SNOW AND ICE
Promptly remove snow and ice from your roof and around your home’s foundation to reduce the risk of flooding. Moreover, make sure your gutters are clear so that when the snow melts, water can be diverted away from your home
2. TEST YOUR SUMP PUMP
Periodically pour a bucket of water into your sump pit to ensure it’s working Additionally, make certain it’s connected to an emergency power source like a backup battery to ensure it continues to pump water if the
3. INSTALL BACKFLOW VALVES
You can help prevent water from infiltrating your home by installing backflow valves on your toilets and sewage pipes.
4. KEEP YOUR HOME IN GOOD CONDITION
It’s important to regularly inspect your home’s foundation for cracks and seal them before they become a problem. Similarly, you should check your roof
If you notice loose shingles or other issues, contact a professional to repair the problem. If your home floods, take pictures of the damage, and contact your insurer as soon as possible
Are you looking for a unique decor idea to embellish a wall in your home? Instead of installing shelves or creating a gallery wall, you may want to consider large-format prints Here’s what you need to know WHAT ARE LARGE-FORMAT PRINTS?
You can create large-format prints on rigid pieces of material like acrylic, metal, vinyl and wood You can also design custom wallpaper with texture and embossing Most printing shops will allow you to choose either a pre-set or custom size.
HOW DOES LARGE-FORMAT PRINTING WORK?
You can use royalty-free images or personal photographs to create your large-format print. However, you must choose a high-quality image. Low-resolution photos will become distorted when enlarged You must also consider the dimensions of the image to avoid stretching or compressing it.
To learn more, look for a local business that offers large-format printing services
Do you want to buy a foldaway bed to save space or create a multi-purpose guest room? If so, here are five things to consider.
1. AVAILABLE
The dimensions of the room will help you decide whether you should choose a bed that folds horizontally or vertically. Make certain to measure both the floor and wall space to ensure you can easily move around the entire room with the bed open.
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Some wall beds fold into a single cabinet, while others have various storage compartments or a built-in desk. Look for a model with the storage features you need
Make sure the bed is sturdy, safe and easy to fold. This is especially important if your child will be using it
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Foldaway beds require special mattresses that are thin and flexible. Consequently, you should do your research to find one that’s both comfortable and durable
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Wall beds have specific installation requirements to ensure they’re safe. Therefore, you may want to hire a professional to set it up.To compare wall beds, visit the stores in your area.
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A popcorn ceiling, also known as a stipple, stucco or acoustic ceiling, is a type of textured ceiling that has a noise-dampening effect It was a common feature in houses 50 years ago, and many homes still have them. Here’s what you should know about renovating them.
If your popcorn ceiling is stained or cracked, you can patch it. There are special products designed for this purpose that can be purchased in either an aerosol can or a container These products are easy to spray or paint on.
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Are you tired of hearing your neighbours?
Do you need a quiet place to work? If so, here are a few tips for soundproofing your home.
•Installdrywalloracousticpanels. You can soundproof the noisiest rooms in your home by installing high-quality drywall, acoustic plasterboard or acoustic panels. These materials effectively reduce noise transmission through walls and doors. Use an acoustic sealant to achieve optimal results
•Upgrade the windows and doors. Windows and doors made of low-quality, lightweight materials don’t effectively block out noise. Replace your old doors with ones made of heavy wood, steel, composite, fibreglass or particleboard to reduce sound infiltration. Make sure your
windows are airtight, and consider opting for triple-glazed or specially designed glass to maximize soundproofing
•Add furniture and accessories. Thick curtains, plush carpets, chairs, sofas and cushioned rugs can effectively dampen sound.Though these items aren’t specifically designed to reduce noise, they do help muffle sounds.
•Find the source of the problem. Do your floors creak? Do you hear running water when someone flushes the toilet? If so, try to find out where these sounds are coming from to correct the problem at the source
If you need help soundproofing your home, contact a professional contractor in your area.
but it isn’t difficult If it’s painted, you’ll need to apply a specialized stripping product. It should be rolled or brushed on and given time to soften the ceiling material, which can then be scraped away with a trowel.
As long as the ceiling is in good shape, it can be painted. Begin by removing all dust with a soft-bristle brush. Then, apply stain-blocking ceiling primer Once the primer is completely dry, use a thick nap roller or paint sprayer to apply the paint.
Removing a popcorn ceiling can be messy, dangerous and time-consuming,
To simplify patching, painting or removing your popcorn ceiling, hire an experienced contractor to complete the job.
WARNING
Before renovating a popcorn ceiling, you need to determine if it contains asbestos. If it does, make sure to hire a professional asbestos remediation company to remove it.
Window treatments can add warmth and style to your home. However, before buying new curtains, drapes or blinds, you should ask yourself these three questions.
1. WHAT’S YOUR OBJECTIVE?
Make sure you know what purpose the window treatment will serve. For example, do you want it to be primarily stylish or functional? You should also determine if you want a look that’s contemporary or timeless.
2. WHAT’S YOUR BUDGET?
If you can afford it, consider hiring a professional designer or decorator to help
you choose the right window treatment If you have a tight budget, look for inspiration in decorating magazines and websites for reasonably priced options.
3. WHAT ARE THE DIMENSIONS?
Make sure you measure your windows. This way the treatment you choose is sure to effectively block out light and provide the right level of privacy. Additionally, make certain your curtains, blinds or shades are the right length and won’t hang on the floor Before making your choice, visit home decor stores in your area for inspiration and advice
Custom staircases can be much more than a means of getting from one floor to the next. When designed well, they combine style with function. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you plan to update or install one
1. SHAPE
Depending on how much space you have in your home, you may want to install a straight staircase with storage underneath or a winding staircase with decorative landings. If space is limited, a spiral
staircase is your best bet.
2. TYPE
If you want to impress your guests, do away with traditional blocky steps and risers Instead, suspend your staircase from rods in the ceiling or attach floating steps to the wall Alternatively, staircases with blocky stringers and offset steps are trending
3. MATERIALS
Make sure you choose staircase materials that match the style of your home. If you want your house to feel warm and inviting, wood and stone are great options. However, if you have a modern or contemporary home, metal, glass and concrete may be more suitable
To bring your staircase project to life, contact a professional contractor.
If you want to improve the curb appeal of your home, consider replacing your front door Here are four things to consider when choosing one
1. MATERIAL
The material you choose for your front door will impact its strength and style Wood doors are timeless, but they require regular maintenance. Steel doors are durable and affordable, while fibreglass doors are sturdy, energy-efficient and available in many colours Make sure you research the pros and cons of each material before making your choice.
2. GLAZING
Glazed doors add a touch of elegance and allow natural light into your home However, keep in mind that all-glass doors and those with large glass inserts must be made of reinforced glass to remain secure.
3. INSULATION
If you live in a cold climate, it’s important to make sure the door you choose has good insulation. Additionally, a well-insulated door can help block out street noise Look for an Energy Star certified model to ensure you choose a high-quality product.
4. PERSONALIZATION
You can customize your front door with unique hardware and accessories like mouldings, inlays, handles and locks You may even be able to personalize the glazing pattern.
To find a door that suits your style and budget, visit your local home improvement stores.
