tooth in Nechako River
HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff
A Prince George mother and stepdaughter were exploring the Nechako River just outside of Miworth when they found a prehistoric fossil, last week.
Rachel Shill Cook and her 13-year-old stepdaughter Addison Shill were looking for agates along the Nechako River when they found something unusual
“Usually when it’s a nice day, we want to get out for a little bit and she’s really big into finding agates, so we decided to just take the opportunity to do it,” explained Cook, adding that the river was quite low that day so they were able to explore some areas they normally don’t get to see.
Cook said she saw something she
thought was an agate but once she scooped it out of the mud, it turned out to be a tooth-like structure that looked like a fossil.
She asked her stepdaughter what she thought it might be.
“She says, ‘Well, I don’t know, it looks like a shark’s tooth, but way bigger,’” said Cook The pair then decided to post it on social media to see if anyone had any answers
“Because my thought was actually that it wasn’t what I thought it was ”
However, once Cook posted a picture of the object to Questions and Answers of P.G. on Facebook, the overwhelming response was that it was a megalodon tooth.
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Rachel Shill Cook and stepdaughter Addison Shill found
tooth near the Nechako River.
‘The megalodon tooth kind of raises the bar on neat things to find at the river’
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Megalodons are an extinct species of shark that lived approximately 23 to 3.6 million years ago
Although no complete remains of a megalodon have been found, paleontological models based on current shark species have estimated megalodons could have reached up to 20 metres in length and weighed up to 100 tonnes (great white sharks are typically 3 5 to 5 m in length, and can weigh up to two tonnes)
The name megalodon means “big tooth ”
“Then I’ve had a lot of people reach out to me privately, but one woman was a paleontologist and she said ‘Yeah, you 100 per cent have a megalodon tooth on your hands.”
Then I’ve had a lot of people reach out to me privately, but one woman was a paleontologist and she said ‘Yeah, you 100 per cent have a megalodon tooth on your hands.
museums in Victoria and Tumbler Ridge, and the feedback she’s been given has been the same, that while megalodons were never in the area the tooth most likely caught a ride on a glacier before ending up buried in the Nechako
While the fossil is currently sitting in a Tupperware container in her house, Cook says she’d like to eventually donate the tooth somewhere it could be a benefit to science
“I know that megalodon teeth from what I’ve been reading on the internet can be quite common in some places But to find one here is incredibly rare ” Cook notes it will be hard to top this experience the next time she and Addison are exploring the river.
Cook has since done some research and spoken with
“She told me it’s probably going to be pretty boring looking for agates now The megalodon tooth kind of raises the bar on neat things to find at the river ”
Eby promises foresters changes to tackle delays
TED CLARKE Citizen staff
The permitting phase for natural resources projects takes too long in British Columbia.
Eby admitted that Friday to the crowd of 600 delegates at the BC Council of Forest Industries convention in Prince George, acknowledging that lengthy delays to approve mines, forestry developments and housing projects are far too prevalent and he vowed to fix a broken system “I know that the state of permitting in the province is unacceptable, it’s too slow, it’s too complicated, and many governments have grappled with it and failed to address it,” said Eby “It needs to be addressed I saw it first as housing minister working with people in the housing sector who wanted to build and had to deal with five ministries and in some cases multiple years before they could put a shovel in the ground Bureaucratic backlogs and delays are unacceptable.”
“We’re going to retain our high standards but we’re going to reform our permitting program to make sure that it’s timely and predictable for people and that it works In the meantime, we’re bringing on 40 additional staff to work through the backlog within the permitting system ”
Eby admitted some of the delays are out of the province’s hands, with federal, municipal and First Nations jurisdictions adding to the complexity of permitting “It’s an issue I’ve raised with the federal
government and there’s enthusiasm on their side to get permitting times down, too,andfindotherwaystoworktogether,” said Eby
Thescarcityofcommerciallyviablefibre has shuttered mills all over the province B.C. and has created uncertainty in the forest sector In meetings with Eby earlier in the day, convention delegates expressed their concerns about timber supply and the lack of a long-term economic strategy
on which to base their forest operations. He told them steps were being taken to reduce slash-pile burning to create more fibre for pulp mills and give loggers quick access to salvage areas burned in recent years by wildfire
“Government can only do so many things at once and without clear direction to government officials at a political level we do run the risk of a bunch of things done halfway,” said Eby.
“The vital message that I’ve heard certainly from the sector is predictability, they need to know where the trees are coming from and that’s basic for the forest industry So our goal as a government is to deliver that. We’ve had lots of challenges, we’ve had wildfire, we’ve had the end of the beetle-killed wood and court decisions that have resulted in injunctions around issuing permits.”
Resource companies are having to adjust to implementation of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act in 2019, which established for the 205 B C First Nations a more prominent role in land-use management and more ownership in resource projects
“We know that the era of litigation and fighting First Nations as the predominant response is over and big changes are necessary,” said Eby. “We have to address the legal rights and interests of Indigenous rightsholders in the province. That is the law in Canada
“Regardless of which government you would be working with, it would be the same situation and so we’re working hard to provide those avenues for the forest industry and First Nations partners to work together ”
Eby credited COFI for convincing the government to double the rate of revenue sharing with First Nations for economic development conducted on their traditional territories.
Forest products account for about 30 per cent of the province’s exports.
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Premier David Eby and BC Council of Forest Industries president and CEO Linda Coady pose in front of a large group of delegates after their discussion on the stage which wrapped up the two-day BC Council of Forest Industries convention at the Prince George Civic and Convention Centre
More flights to Calgary coming in May
of our airport,” said president and CEO Gordon Duke.
Prince George passport office opens April 25
TED CLARKE Citizen staff
The Prince George Airport will see additional flights take off from YXS this spring and summer increasing the direct service between Prince George and Calgary.
“The Prince George Airport Authority (PGAA) continues to assess our passenger needs and due to our strong relationships with our airline partners, we are pleased to see additional service out
“Starting May 1, WestJet is increasing their direct service between YXS and Calgary (YYC) by adding two additional flights. Come May 18, another pair of flights to YYC will be added bringing the number to nine flights a week up from the current five ”
The route will run nine times a week until Sept 8, then it holds steady at once daily. As of July 1, Air Canada will also be adding an extra flight to Vancouver
Travellers requiring a Canadian passport will soon be able to get them in Prince George.
The federal government will open its Prince George passport office on Tuesday, April 25
Staff at the Service Canada building at 1363 Fourth Ave , will provide 10-day passport processing service and a pick-up option
The office will be open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a m -4 p m
“A few months ago, I committed that Prince George would be the next city on our list to receive 10-day in-person passport services. Now, that time has come,” said Karina Gould, Minister for Families, Children and Social Development, in an email sent Tuesday to the Citizen
“This is great news for the people of PrinceGeorgeandnorthernBritishColumbia, who will now have easier access to enhanced passport service We’ve been working hard to get everything ready for
the opening date, and I’m pleased to say you will have access to a passport office within reasonable distance of your home ”
Until April 25, Kelowna is the closest B.C. city to offer passport services
Other B.C. passport offices are located in Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey and Victoria.
The cost of a passport for applicants aged 16 and older is $120 (five-year) or $160 (10-year) For children up to age 15 it costs $57.
If you choose to pick it up in person at the Prince George office, there is an additional $20 cost Otherwise, it will be mailed at no additional cost
Those who require urgent or express passport pick-up service (by the end of the next business day) will still be required to go to the Vancouver office to obtain their travel document.
Urgent pick-up applicants are required to pay an additional $120 pick-up fee and show proof of travel
Express pick-up applicants have to pay an extra $50 for pick-up within two to nine business days.
HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff
Council postpones centralizing homeless campers
ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff
On April 12, city council voted to postpone making a decision on changes to the city’s Parks and Open Spaces Bylaw, which would designate the Lower Patricia encampment, named Moccasin Flats by residents, as the only public area in the city where overnight camping is allowed.
City council also postponed a decision on possible security enhancements to the area around Moccasin Flats, except to authorize the purchase and installation of concrete barriers along the road rightof-way through the encampment to allow first responder vehicles access to the site
City manager Walter Babicz recommended postponing the decision on the Parks and Open Spaces Bylaw, to allow the city more time to consult with the communityandfindoutmoreabouttheprovincial Homes for People Action Plan announced last week. The $4-billion plan announced by Premier David Eby included measures intended to “end encampments.”
“The landscape has shifted since first and second reading (of the bylaw amendment) was presented to council,” Coun Tim Bennett said.
In a meeting with provincial ministers just days after the Homes for People Action Plan was announced, Bennett said the province’s “end goal is that everyone in B C has a place to call home ”
Mayor Simon Yu said the Moccasin Flats site isn’t ready to accommodate homeless campers from across the city.
“Right now we are like a car stuck in the snow, spinning our wheels,” Yu said.
To change the situation will require everyone pushing in the same direction, he said
Coun. Cori Ramsay said she came to council on Monday night, ready to make a decision on the proposed changes to the Parks and Open Spaces Bylaw
“There has been a lot of discussion on human rights The update is to bring the bylaw into compliance so it isn’t a human rights violation,” Ramsay said “(But) the end goal is for there not to be any encampments in the city ”
City council requested city staff bring back additional options, other than hiring private security guards to patrol the neighbourhood around the encampment, including possibly expanding hours the city’s bylaw officers are on patrol or increasing funding for additional RCMP overtime to increase patrols
“I don’t want to kick this too far down the road – we need to make a decision,” Coun. Kyle Sampson said.
Sampson said the issue is contentious, but some of the abusive comments aimed at city staff are “disgusting” and out of line
“This is their job,” Sampson said. “Say what you want about me, I signed up for that, but you don’t get to talk about our staff that way ”
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New Early Learning Centre launches
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern BC have announced the opening of their Early Learning Centre.
The centre is designed to provide young children between the ages of three and five with the best possible start in their educational journey.
The centre offers a safe supportive environment where children can learn and grow with comprehensive
programming that encourages creativity, exploration and social interaction.
The BigsNBC Early Learning Centre is funded by the Province of British Columbia through the Childcare BC New Spaces Fund. Big Brothers Big Sisters has partnered with School District 57 to provide the space for the new centre at 1788 Diefenbaker Avenue
Registration for the BIGS Early Learning Centre will opened on April 17
Only 25 children will be accepted at program launch
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Proposed mobile home park in Hart rejected
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ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff
On April 12, city council defeated a proposed rezoning bylaw to facilitate the development of a modular home park on Twinberry Drive in the Hart.
Westcan Property Ltd. was seeking to rezone 11 hectares (27 acres) of the 52 4 ha. property at 9153 Twinberry Dr. to facilitate a new modular home park Under the proposed zoning, a maximum of 220 mobile homes would be allowed on the 11 ha. area.
City council approved the first two readings of the rezoning on March 27, but rejected third reading of the bylaw on Wednesday.
City council received 18 letters and emails from area residents opposed to the proposed development, one raising concerns and six in support.
“I went out there when the snow had already been melting for two or three weeks - I couldn’t even turn my vehicle around in one of those streets, I had to actually back all the way out (And) there is no public transit out there that I know of,” Coun Brian Skakun said
The road infrastructure simply isn’t built to accommodate that many new residents, he said.
“I don’t believe it really fits with the form and character of the neighbourhood,” Coun Ron Polillo said
Coun. Cori Ramsay was the sole voice in support of the application, noting that under the current zoning of the land, the applicant could build an estimated 286 single-family homes on the site.
“There is a difference between modular homes and mobile homes,” Ramsay said. “I think the form and character can be retained, so I will be supporting this.”
This map shows the proposed location of a mobile home park (shown in hashmarks) on Twinberry Drive in the Hart
MARK NEILSEN Citizen staff
The Central Interior will likely be free of wildfires for the time being but that could change drastically as spring progresses into summer, according to a B.C. Wildfire Service forecaster.
North of 100 Mile House, a “prolonged winter” continues to hold a grip, Matt McDonald said on April 13 during a teleconference with provincial media, noting that snow is still on the ground and fuels remain buried and “rather moist ”
But while the B.C. Wildfire Service is not anticipating an “active fire season,” a change in the weather could produce a
reversal of fortune – similar to what the Central Interior went through last fire season.
If a “strong, robust ridge of high pressure with above seasonal temperatures” sweeps through and quickly melts the snow and is following by a couple of windy days, “those fuels dry out pretty rapidly and that’s exactly what we saw last year,” McDonald said
“If you’ll recall. the months of April and May were very showery, very cool – people were writing off the fire season. And we were there reminding people how quickly things can change and sure enough, mid-July we really turned the corner and got into a proper fire season.”
McDonald is keeping a closer eye on the Peace region where there has “not
been much in the way of precipitation,” since the Battleship Mountain fire near Hudson Hope occupied firefighters for most of September and forced an evacuation of some 800 residents of the region for a time
Likewise, McDonald said conditions are dryer and drought codes are more elevated in the Chilcotin into the west Cariboo
South of 100 Mile, valley bottoms are now snow free, McDonald said, “so we’re bringing our fire weather stations back online ”
In a bulletin issued April 12 the River Forecast Centre predicted a low risk of flooding along the Upper Fraser
BC Liberal name change ‘lipstick on a pig’
The saying goes “Put lipstick on a pig and it is still a pig”.
I am not sure why anyone would want to put lipstick on a pig, but the fundamental point is you candresssomethingupwithallsortsofcosmeticchanges and yet it won’t change what’s underneath. This is true of pigs and politicians
Listening to Kevin Falcon on the CBC the other day discussing the name change for the BC Liberals, I had trouble reconciling his view of his party’s history with the facts In particular, Falcon blamed the present housing crisis on the NDP, going so far to state that the high price of houses in the province is entirely the NDP’s fault. However, it doesn’t take a lot of looking to find his arguments don’t hold water.
In 1991, when the NDP came to power, the average price of a detached house in Vancouver was $350,000. By 2001, when the BC Liberals came to power, that price had risen to $400,000.
FORMER SCHOOL DISTRICT 57 TRUSTEES SHOULDN’T THROW STONES
I find it ironic that Betty Bekkering and Sharel Warrington have publicly criticized the current Prince George School Board as dysfunctional. They have both claimed that the current board does not know what they are doing and need to do the job of being trustees
There is no doubt that $400,000 is a significant amount of money. But after 10 years in government, houses prices were still within reach of most families
After 15 years of the BC Liberals, the average house price in Vancouver had sky-rocketed to $1,800,000 – a 350 per cent increase. Indeed, things were so bad, a 15 per cent foreign investment tax was introduced to cool the Vancouver market.
The irony is that both Ms Bekkering and Ms. Warrington were SD57 trustees when the Ministry Of Education labelled SD57 as a dysfunctional school board and had to appoint special advisors to help the SD57 Board of Trustees to become a functional and effective school board
Both Ms. Bekkering and Ms. Warrington have raised concerns that the current SD57 board have “gone too far” by relievingCindyHeitmanofherpositionassuperintendent. That was creating instability in the district I believe both Ms Bekkering
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It worked for about six months Then prices started to climb again.
However, the past three years of COVID have calmed the market somewhat. The average price, as of April 2023, is sitting at $1,860,000
Is the increase in prices during the BC Liberals reign their fault? No Not really
It has more to do with the changing world economy, the freedom to move money and people around the globe, and a globalized capitalist economy
People will move to perceptual better and more secure locations – paying more for houses And sellers will gladly take their money.
We don’t live in the world of the 1990s nor the 2000s And short of a worldwide depression to reset the worldwide economy, we never will again There is nothing governments can do about that.
But changing your name is definitely not the answer Todd Whitcombe is a professor biochemistry at UNBC
and Ms Warrington were trustees in 2019 when superintendent Marquis-Foster was relieved of her duties or resigned Nevertheless, she left the district.
They were trustees when interim superintendent Rod Allen was replaced by Anita Richardson They were both trustees when Anita Richardson was relieved of her position
It does seem hypocritical that these two trustees would be critical of a board that relieved the latest superintendent, Cindy Heitman, of her duties, when they went
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through three superintendents in three years.
They could argue that Rod Allen was an interim superintendent and was only there until they found a full time superintendent. I am not sure what they would consider full time as they averaged two superintendents in three years, 2018-2021. It seems to me that this is a case of people living in glass houses throwing too many stones
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Rebuilding trust between Africa, West will take work
Thirty years ago, I went to Kinshasa, the capital of Zaïre (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo) on a two-year work contract. While I was there, I heard numerous times, in various forms, the comment, “You are not like other white people.”
This made me a bit uncomfortable, and I honestly did not understand what it meant. While I was fluent in the colonial language of French, I really struggled to speak and understand the local language, Lingala. I knew very little about the culture of the country, or about the customs of its people. I knew teaching pedagogy and I gladly shared my knowledge, but I did not always understand how these ideas could be applied to the context in which I was working
What I did know was that I enjoyed working with the Congolese I enjoyed their food, how they smiled at me patiently, and how they made me feel welcome I was awestricken by how hard the people worked, their dedication to their families, and how they were able to get by despite the most difficult of circumstances.
I also found my Congolese coworkers very easy to collaborate with. They were never offended by my silly questions, and it was easy to build an atmosphere of mutual respect within the workplace.
Wasn’t I living by the basic principles of cross-cultural interaction? Why was I so different from other white people?
Admittedly, I had gone to Zaïre without knowing a great
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CITIZENS, STUDENTS AND CARBON MARKETS?
As a citizen, sometimes I make choices that are not good for the environment. And at times, the option to do better is not available. Mainly because of the different entities I’m involved with daily, these organizations need environmentally sustainable programs with a well-built implementation. Unfortunately, the lack of support from your government, city, and organization usually keeps everybody else in limbo from protecting and appreciating our beautiful earth.
How will all living organisms stay alive if we keep polluting and destroying our environment? If, sometimes, you feel helpless, guilty, and even hopeless about your daily contributions and actions concerning climate change, you are not alone. We can all do something about it and reduce our greenhouse gas (GHG) footprint. I advocatestartingwithanideaoraconservation
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GERRY CHIDIAC
deal about the history of the region Perhaps I wanted to form my own conclusions rather than adopt the views of others At the time, there were very few books written about the Congo by Congolese writers
When I returned to Canada, I really missed the DRC I began to learn as much as I could about the history of the region, and now, I was able to contrast what I read with what I had experienced
It became very clear to me that my Congolese friends were correct I was not like other white people What is natural and logical was not and still is not the practice of Europeans, Americans, and Canadians on the African continent. The truth of the exploitation of Africa and the African response to it is best summarized in a recent discourse by the renowned Zambian journalist Dr. Fred M’membe
“A country that has toppled so many governments in
issue, planning the conservation program, and executing the plan.
Climate change and the mitigation of greenhouse gases (GHGs) have become thetoppriorityworldwide,fromtheUnited Nations to countries to governments and individuals At the United Nations level, an international policy was born-the Kyoto Protocol, in 1997 But what other actions have all these organizations pursued, from the United Nations to the individual, so far? Primarily, they have introduced us to terms like carbon markets, carbon credits, carbon offsetting, and carbon tax.
These programs: carbon markets, carbon credits, carbon offsetting, and carbon tax, have a purpose, but they are very controversial programs to organizations and the public How can we improve these programs, then? We need all hands on deck
What can students and citizens do to decrease their GHG footprint? Start small and forge ahead. However, first, what is the GHG footprint? The number
Africa, that has led so many coups in Africa…a country that has killed so many of our leaders in Africa a country that has been built on brutal force, on the enslavement of other human beings, on the humiliation of Africans, the exploitation of Africans, the plunder of Africa, today is coming to teach us about democracy If you have no respect for the dignity of others, if you have no respect for the sovereignty of other countries, you cannot claim to be a champion of democracy.”
While M’membe’s comments were directed at the United States, it is very clear that what he said is also true of France, Great Britain, Portugal, and Belgium His statements explain why these countries are losing influence on the continent and why African leaders are looking elsewhere to build alliances
The resources of the African continent are extremely valuable, and this will become even more the case as we transition to renewable energy China appears to be offering Africans a means by which they will finally benefit from their own resources, though we have yet to see if this is true
Western colonizers and neo-colonizers have been quite unreasonable in their dealings with Africans They now face a choice. Do they deal honestly with their crimes against humanity and work to regain the trust that they have lost? Will they treat Africans with respect, or will they get left behind as the world moves forward?
Gerry Chidiac is a Prince George writer
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of greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide, methane gas, and other gases) affecting the planet and causing climate change, mainly through humans’ negative choices and actions when exploiting nature The first proposition in reducing your GHG footprint will be: Begin at home or your university residence: recycle your items, separate your garbage and your organics waste.
If you don’t have a compost program and live at home, talk to your city councillors and be persistent If you live in the university residence, speak to the resident in charge and your university president
As a student attending the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), I will provide some ideas for the imminent compost program at UNBC When we get a compost program at the University, I will encourage students and faculty members to volunteer their time to support and keep the program running
The compost program will need volunteers every day, and this is how everyone
can invest their time
Why would anyone put aside their time and volunteer? The answer is simple; you will compensate for your daily negative choices and actions regarding your GHG footprint. No more feeling helpless, guilty, or hopeless; you can now figure out how to compensate for your adverse decisions and actions Not only can you volunteer, but you can also obtain a conservation job or create your own conservation/sustainable business and, lastly, donate money to a conservation issue
So, look at your present and future and consider nature’s protection in your chosen profession.
There are many ways we can help protect our planet; it is our responsibility as citizens The UN, countries, governments, and individuals can do their part by establishing carbon programs like carbon markets and carbon taxes. But all of us, as students and citizens, can advocate and start projects that will benefit our planet.
Olga Pickard, Prince George
City calls on feds to consult on RCMP costs
ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff
Prince George city council is calling on the federal government to consult with municipalities on RCMP contract negotiations in the future.
City council adopted the resolution, in support of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, on the issue after receiving a $5 374 million bill for RCMP retroactive pay. The retroactive pay is part of an RCMP collective bargaining agreement for 2017 to 2023, negotiated between the federal government and
RCMP members
“We are proud to join with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities in advocating for greater transparency and consultation on RCMP charges,”
Mayor Simon Yu said in a statement. “It is important that the federal government work collaboratively with local governments to ensure that policing services costs are handled fairly.”
The City of Prince George had set aside $5.269 million to cover most of the retroactive pay, but council authorized the use of the remaining Safe Restart fund ($2 969 million) to meet the expense
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School District. No. (57) has announced its upcoming by-election will be held on Saturday, June 17.
Voters will have to elect two candidates to fill the vacant seats left by the
resignations of Prince George trustees Betty Bekkering and Gillian Burnett Nominations will be received by the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer, by appointment, from 9 a m Tuesday, May 2 to 4 p m Friday, May 12.
A change org petition is calling for the City of Prince George to improve its bike lanes
Petition calls for better bike lanes in city
something simple like flexible posts or planter boxes until a permanent solution can be found
A group called Safe Biking for Prince George has started a change.org petition to urge the city to improve its bike lane infrastructure.
The petition says the current bike lane infrastructure is insufficient and can be incredibly dangerous.
“Have you ever felt that cycling around Prince George feels unsafe, or too daunting to attempt with all of the high-speed traffic? It feels like everyone that has lived in Prince George long enough has a story or knows someone with a story of a close call with traffic while on a bike or worse, a collision,” states the petition.
Citing several studies and articles the petition suggests the current painted line system offers some safety but notes that perceived safety can be improved with the addition of some physical separation between roads and bike lanes by utilizing
The petition also says the city should focus on connecting the bowl area to downtown on expected busy routes and should make sure that each route can be ridden without the unexpected disappearance of the bike lane
“BikingcanandshouldbedoneinPrince George to allow its citizens an easy and cost-effective method for getting around. As cycling has been experiencing a revolution Canada-wide and worldwide, Prince George feels like it is behind the curve on something that could be implemented relatively easily and cost-effectively ”
Safe Biking for Prince George states that cycling is part of improving many things from transportation and traffic to climate change and general health, adding that “Prince George is currently missing out,” urging those concerned to support the petition or write to city council.
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Vandals target Big Brothers Big Sisters vans
HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Northern B.C. (BBBSNBC) has been the victim of ongoing vandalizations to its program vans and is now looking into solutions to protect its vehicles.
“Over the last few years now, our programs vans have been targeted by thieves, they’ve stolen the catalytic converters off of our vans, and they drill into our gas tanks as well to siphon the gas out and it just causes a big mess and we have to get that all cleaned up and it costs thousands of dollars to source out new gas tanks,”
explained BBBSNBC executive director Amanda Holmes
She said it has happened almost monthly, and every single van has been vandalized at one point or another.
“We’re just banging our heads against the wall with it because we get them fixed, we park them and two weeks later, it happens again.”
The organization needs at minimum two vans working in order to transport
children for before and after school care Staff are currently storing the vans off-site, but Holmes explains that is only a temporary solution because the vans are used so frequently, they need to be kept in a centralized location.
The BBBSNBC building is located on a quiet area on Kinsmen Place, without much traffic and Holmes suspects it is a crime of opportunity.
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“I feel like it probably is more than likely mostly the same people doing it They know that the vans are going to be refueled and back in their spots,” said Holmes. She added the not-for-profit does have cameras and security, but nothing seems to matter
“We phone the RCMP every time just to let them know But, you know, unfortunately, there’s only so much they can do
when we can’t get a clear image of anyone’s face.”
BBBSNBC is looking at options to build a compound where it can fit the vans and securely store them onsite
“It’s just the cost is a huge thing, being a not-for-profit, we just don’t have thousands and thousands of dollars to put toward building this compound,” said Holmes.
However, Holmes said Central Builders has reached out to help and members of the community have begun to step up with donations, but the cost of materials will be the biggest hurdle
“It’s disheartening, right? Everybody here works so hard and you’re just trying to do your best with very limited funding being a not-for-profit,” said Holmes
“It’s a real setback when we have these things happen because truthfully, they take away from our programming You know, and it’s already been hard for all the not-for-profits after COVID and everything so, here you are trying to get back on your feet and you just keep getting knocked down every month.”
Suspect charged with ramming RCMP vehicle
District RCMP emergency response team, a suspect was apprehended.
A man well known to the police and courts has been charged in connection with a ramming of a police vehicle earlier this month.
Durrand also faces two gun-related charges and a count of breaching a release order
Colin Michaud Durrand faces counts of dangerous driving, resisting or obstructing a peace officer and fleeing police from the Aug. 7 incident when RCMP were called to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the 10500 block of Hartman Road in Beaverley
The officer who first arrived on the scene was met with a pickup truck that was twice backed into his vehicle before the driver fled on foot, according to RCMP. With the help of a dog and handler and the North
A second person, Ashley Marie Jensen, also faces charges - six gun-related counts as well as one count each of possessing stolen property over $5,000 and possessing body armour without a permit Durrand has an extensive criminal record and a history of breaching release orders and has been described as a “violent offender” with ties to the city’s illicit drug trade. He also continues to face several gun-related charges from a March 2022 arrest and remains in custody pending a court appearance on April 26
Big Brothers Big Sisters program vans have been targeted by vandals
MARK NIELSEN Citizen staff
COLIN MICHAUD DURRAND
Suspect charged in alleged targeted shooting
MARK NIELSEN Citizen staff
An investigation into three murders in the South Okanagan has also yielded a charge stemming from an alleged targeted shooting in Prince George.
B.C. RCMP said Monday that Shahram Tokhy, 21, of Coquitlam has been charged with conspiracy to commit murder in connection with an early-morning incident on May 25, 2021 in the 5300-block of Cook Crescent in the Hart
The charge was approved as part of a wider investigation that has also led to counts of first-degree murder against two Vancouver men stemming from a series of homicides in the South Okanagan at about the same time.
Earlier in May 2021, the bodies of two Kamloops men, Erick Fryer, 29, and Carlos Fryer, 31, were found in a remote area nearNaramata.Thediscoveriesprompted an investigation that led to police attending a home in the community, about 15
kilometres north of Penticton, where they found the body of Kathleen Richardson, 57, on June 9, 2021
Police said Monday that Jalen Falk, 23, and Ekene Anigbo, 23, have been charged with first-degree murder of Richardson and allege that the deaths of the Fyers and Richardson and the incident in Prince George are connected
Police said a gun linked to the Tokhy matter was recovered later the same day as the Prince George incident, when RCMP were called to a single-vehicle rollover on Highway 97 at 10 Mile Lake, north of Quesnel
A handgun and a rifle, both loaded, were found in a ditch behind the scene, and three more guns were seized following a search of an associated vehicle, police said
Several other people have been identified as co-conspirators, police said Monday, but have been released pending charge approval All three people charged remained in custody as of Monday.
Humane Society seeks city support for vet clinic
ARTHUR WILLIAMS Citizen staff
The Prince George Humane Society is requesting the City of Prince George donate land to the non-profit group for the construction of a new shelter and veterinary clinic.
Humane Society executive director
Angela McLaren and Westwinds Mobile Veterinary Services manager Joanna Koehler made the request to city council on Wednesday night, to address the pressing shortage of veterinarians in the city
“Our vision is to have the shelter and clinic at the same location,” McLaren said “The Prince George Humane Society (is) working out of a facility we have outgrown three or four years ago ” McLaren said if the city were to donate two or three acres of land for the facility, the society would then look to fundraise in the community to build the clinic and shelter, which could also work as a
teaching facility for a potential veterinarian technician teaching program under consideration by the College of New Caledonia.
Koehler said her organization is providing mobile veterinarian services to pet owners who may not have a regular veterinarian, but retaining and recruiting veterinarians is difficult with limited facilities and numbers of veterinarian technicians
Currently, Westwinds brings in students from The Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon, Sask to do practicums, she added, and they would be open to becoming an accredited teaching clinic
A three-way partnership between the Humane Society, College of New Caledonia and Westwinds could provide critical access to veterinarian care for the city, while also training new veterinarians and technicians, she said.
City council referred the issue to the city’s administration.
TED CLARKE Citizen staff
Permacrisis was the word of the year for 2022, according to the Collins Dictionary, and public opinion researcher David Coletto says Canadians had legitimate reasons to feel they were never far away from the next calamity to disrupt their lives.
Hence, the meaning of the word –an extended period of instability and insecurity.
After two years of a global pandemic, just when it appeared they might be light at the end of the tunnel, inflation began to spin out of control, raising the cost of everything, including interest rates, which left people struggling to make ends meet.
As Coletto highlighted to delegates at the BC Council of Forest Industry convention Thursday morning at Prince George Civic and Conference Centre, the top five concerns for Canadians are the cost of living (72 per cent), healthcare (51 per cent), the economy (44 per cent), housing affordability and accessibility (41 per cent nationally, 60 per cent in B C ) and climate change/the environment (26 per cent).
Also on that list were crime and public safety (16 per cent), the threats posed by China and Russia (10 per cent), lack of freedom on Canada (10 per cent), Indigenous reconciliation (eight per cent) and the Russian invasion of Ukraine (six per cent)
“We’re living in what The Economist described in 2021 as the shortage economy,” said Coletto, the CEO and founding partner of Ottawa-based Abacus Data
“I don’t look back and say this is the worst it’s ever been in the world In fact, I’m somebody who looks at the world through a glass half-full with respect to I’d rather be born today than 50 or 100 years ago, certainly with all the technological
opinion
David Coletto was in Prince George Thursday to speak at the BC Council of Forest Industries convention
change
“But from a consumer public perspective this is a really difficult period to live in, which means we have higher volatility and unpredictability in how people are going to react to issues from day to day ”
There’s been a societal shift in the developed world back to materialist values and Coletto says the ideals of the ‘70s and ‘80s that put more emphasis on developing relationships and protecting the environment have given way to more survivalist priorities because the things we used to take for granted – keeping a roof over our heads and reliance on a wealthy economy – are no longer guaranteed
The pandemic that closed workplaces andforcedpeopletoworkfromhomegave them more flexibility to complete their work to better suit family schedules and reduced the time spent commuting. As a result, an Abacus poll showed 51 per cent of men and 49 per cent of women respondents believe the pandemic brought positive change to their worklife.
“It’s harder in natural resources and other frontline work, but there’s a new expectation that’s moved from something people dreamed about,” said Coletto. “The idea that I could spend two weeks working in Spain, which I did earlier this year, wasn’t even a possibility - and I owned my company – because my clients and team members would never have accepted it Well now that’s changed and I have that flexibility and freedom ”
Coletto also found in a poll of British Columbians their impression of foresters and forestry shows there’s room for improvement Just 17 per cent of respondents had a very favourable opinion of the industry, while the bulk of people (59 per cent) held a somewhat favourable impression, 19 per cent were somewhat unfavourable and five per cent were very unfavourable
Sword-wielding Cinderella stars in Game of Tiaras
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH
A little out of the box, a little in-your-face, and most importantly powerfully unique is how one Duchess Park student portrays the latest version of a Disney princess in Game of Tiaras, the tale where Game of Thrones meets King Lear as princesses try to kill each other to take the crown.
Duchess Park Secondary presents their first production in years called Game of Tiaras by Don Zolidis, codirected by drama teacher Jackie Friesen and Shelby Meaney in the theatre at the high school April 26 to 29 at 7 p m
Ollie Pawluk, Grade 11 student, is Cinderella, the fishnets and combat-boot wearing sword wielder
“NotexactlytheCinderellayou’reusedto,”Friesensaid.
“My character is the complete opposite of the Cinderella everyone knows,” Pawluk said. “I choose my own way to do things, including torture If it’s between love and the throne – it had to be the throne for her.”
During the audition process Friesen said she knew Pawluk was the Cinderella she was looking for.
“When Ollie came to audition for roles in Game of Tiaras it was a no-brainer, she was going to be our Cinderella,” Friesen said “Cinderella definitely has an edge in our story and Ollie is able to bring the edge but also the sweetness, so it is what you expect and what you don’t expect of the role. We’re thinking we’re going to keep failing Ollie so she will stay with us throughout her career ” Pawluk said putting the play together has been an amazing experience
“Everyone is so supportive, cheering each other on including cast, directors and crew hands,” Pawluk said “The way everyone cares for us as a whole is like a very solid family ”
Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students. Doors open at Duchess Park Theatre at 6:30, curtain rises at 7 p m
Forever Young Chorus focuses on 1950s
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff
The Fabulous 50s, Moments to Remember, will take the audience on a musical trip back to every song they ever loved in the 50s as Forever Young Chorus performs at the Elder Citizens Rec Centre on May 5 and 7.
“The audience will know every song, I would think,” choral director Janice Taylor said about the upcoming performance
Throughout the performance choir members will provide some interesting 50s tidbits of information they will
share with the audience and there will be a 50s collage of photos on display of the choir members for a guess who is who from the photos to the choir members singing on stage
“Several members of the choir have said they just love the songs we’ve been working on because it’s their era,” Taylor said about the 43-member choir.
The show goes Friday, May 5 at 7 p m and Sunday, May 7 at 2 p.m.
Tickets are $10, children under 12 are $5 each Tickets are available at the Elder Citizens Rec Centre, 1692 Tenth Ave
Citizen staff
Ollie Pawluk, a Duchess Park Secondary student, takes on the role of Cinderella in Game of Tiaras
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Prince George Cougars
goalie Tyler Brennan sports a New Jersey Devils jersey after the Devils selected him in the fourth round, 102nd overall last June at the NHL draft in Montreal
Cougars’Brennan signs deal with Devils
TED CLARKE Citizen staff
PrinceGeorgeCougarsgoalieTylerBrennan has made a deal with the Devils.
The 19-year-old Winnipeg native has signed a three-year entry-level NHL contract with the New Jersey Devils, the team that drafted him last year in the fourth round (102nd overall)
“I’d like to thank my family, friends, billet families, coaches, teammates, and everyone else who has helped me throughout my hockey career,” said Brennan “Thank you to the Prince George Cougars organization for helping me develop and become the player and person I am today.”
Brennan, in his fourth WHL season, posted a 2.86 goals-against average and 898 save percentage, finishing the regular season with a 21-10-3-0 record and two shutouts He went 15-3-1 in the second half of the season.
“This is great for Brennan,” Cougars head coach Mark Lamb said. “He battled
some adversity that helped him turn it around He was on top of his game before he got hurt so it is well deserved.”
So far in the playoffs Brennan sports a 1-1 record. He suffered a lower-body injury in the second period of Game 3 of the opening-round series against the Tri-City Americans and hasn’t played since He becomes the fourth Cougar to sign with an NHL team That list includes defenceman Ethan Sampson (Philadelphia), forward Jaxsen Wiebe (Anaheim Ducks) and forward Chase Wheatcroft (Dallas Stars)
The Cougars were back on home ice Tuesday on Tuesday and Wednesday night at CN Centre for Games 3 and 4 of their Western Conference semifinal series against the Seattle Thunderbirds. The T-birds were coming off a 5-1 win Saturday in Kent, Wash., and held a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series
Results of the games on Tuesday and Wednesday night were not available as of press time.
Blind curlers take third at championship
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff
The BC Blind Curling Champions returned to Prince George from the Western Canadian Championships in third place after a three-way tie for first.
“We ended up in third place by a couple of stones, it was that close,” Pipkey said about the Western Canadian Championships “The whole tournament was really close and we could’ve easily been in six or seventh place ”
To get there the Rosen Rink that plays in the Prince George Seniors League at the Prince George Golf and Curling Club won the provincial championships held in Prince George earlier in the year
The team included Skip Eric Rosen, Terry Pipkey, lead, Russell Gervais, third, and the two ‘sightlings’, as Pipkey affectionately calls them, are Leona Gervais, sweeper, and Jack Nylund, second and coach, who help guide the visually
impaired curlers on the ice
Gervais thinks it’s important for visually impaired youth to come out and try curling.
“Weareoneoftheoldestteamsaround and I’d like to coach the younger ones,” Gervais said
“There’s kids in Saskatchewan and in Alberta and we don’t have that We need that and it doesn’t matter what age they are, we’d like to see them come out and try the sport.”
Coach Nylund offered some perspective on the team’s performance
“They are a great team and super athletes,” he said “What’s really amazing about these characters is that they are able to adapt to a game that requires a lot of sight and now they are becoming curling experts ”
Next year’s Canadian Western Championships are scheduled to take place in Edmonton and in 2024 the competition hits BC
FLORIDA NATIVE JOINING SPRUCE KINGS
CITIZEN STAFF
Florida native Skogen Schrott is leaving behind a sub-tropical climate to play next season in the B.C. Hockey League for the Prince George Spruce Kings.
The 2005-born Michigan Tech recruit played as a 17-year-old this past season for the Florida Alliance U-18 triple-A team and led his team with 16 goals and 31 points He also skated for Newsome High in his hometown of Lithia, a Tampa
suburb, and in seven games he collected 18 goals and 25 points.
“The (NCAA) recruiting process was smoothandeasy,”saidthefive-foot-nine, 154-pound Schrott “I decided to play for the Spruce Kings because of how well it fits me and my play style ”
“Obviously coming from Florida there’s definitely going to be a little bit of a culture shock, but I’m most excited about the change in my life and to experience a whole new life,” Schrott added.
Healthy North y
The Maternity Unit at University Hospital of Northern BC is making changes to visiting hours, to help families go home better-rested and more confident with things like feeding and newborn care.
Over the COVID-19 pandemic, patients and families shared (and care providers noticed) that visiting restrictions were having a positive impact on their care experience. The new visiting hours were developed with Indigenous Health, the UHNBC Maternity Team, and the UHNBC Department of Obstetrics, and are similar to those in other BC hospitals. Effective March 31, 2023 all Maternity Unit visitors will be welcome between 10 am and 12 pm, and between 5 pm and 8 pm daily At all times, two dedicated family/support people can be with the birthing person around the clock to help with personal or baby care, and these same two people can stay with the patient while they are in labour We know that some labours and deliveries need extra support or special approaches in care, and the Maternity Team will be happy to work with patients, their families and supporters to make sure they have the best experience possible.
As of April 6th, many of the remaining COVID-19 Provincial Health Orders have been lifted, that includes mandatory universal masking at health care facilities and visitor restrictions to enter long term care, assisted living and other health care facilities. Please be patient with healthcare staff as signage and processes are updated in our facilities over the next few days! You can learn more about the provincial announcement here: https://news.gov.bc.ca/ releases/2023HLTH0039-000473
Over the next few weeks updates will be made to the Northern Health website reflecting these changes in keeping with Provincial orders. - https://www. northernhealth.ca/
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HOROSCOPES
ARIES
A few people will gather at your home, especially if you have young children; they’ll invite all their friends. You may have a big clean-up afterward
TAURUS
You should be able to indulge in a bit of luxury You may run into friends you haven’t seen for a long time and talk to them for hours.
GEMINI
You’ll expand your summer wardrobe by shopping online and instore. You’ll be influenced by your friends to abuse your budget. Some comments will be inappropriate.
CANCER
You’ll set in motion specific ideas and other promising initiatives. You’ll bring several people together for a large-scale project and overcome your financial worries.
LEO
You’ll enjoy going to a spa or wellness clinic for relaxation You need to recharge your batteries and rest to regain your vitality
VIRGO
You’ll be involved in a significant project as part of a well-oiled team. The project will be completed efficiently, and the results will delight you. You must take some quiet time at home to recover
LIBRA
You must carefully manage your personal and professional activities. You have many responsibilities on your shoulders. A sudden epiphany will strike you about your career
SCORPIO
You’ll go on a spontaneous trip or getaway soon. It may be more spiritual; a pilgrimage would be a most rewarding adventure.
SAGITTARIUS
You’re craving change. You’re bored with daily life and routine. You need to transform your reality to experience more passion and stimulation.
CAPRICORN
It’s hard to please everyone, but this is the kind of miracle you can accomplish. You’ll complete a task or make a deal you thought impossible at work.
AQUARIUS
You’ll have many emergencies to deal with at work or elsewhere. You’re a strong person and will manage to bring order to everything with sensitivity, humanity and empathy
PISCES
After a tough negotiation, you’ll find yourself on a pedestal, much to your surprise. A family situation could leave you perplexed, and you’ll have no choice but to deal with it.
Join in the Celebration of Life for James Frederick Hofferd on May 1, 2023 at the Prince George Golf & Curling Club from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
PaulineWeiskopf
November22,1926–March25,2023
With great sorrow, we announce the passing of Pauline Weiskopf Pauline died on March 25th, 2023 at the Chemainus Health Care Center, Chemainus, BC at the ageof96.
Pauline was one of 10 siblings born into the family of Franz and Paula Eisner in Mureck, Austria She emigrated to Prince George, BC in 1951, to marry her fiance Johann (John) Weiskopf. They resided in Prince Georgeformorethan70years
She studied office administration in Austria and was employed by the Royal Bank of Canada for most of her workingcareer
Pauline and John enjoyed a healthy and active life, hunting, fishing, and water/snow skiing. They spent many late nights/early mornings sharing a glass of wine, conversation and laughter with friends She called returning home in the early morning hours, ‘going home with the birdies’ She enjoyed her garden and spending time with her beloved dogs Pauline was a kind, thoughtful,caringandunimaginablygenerousperson.
Pauline is predeceased by John, her husband of 67 years, andsevenofhersiblings
She is survived by her brother Albert Eisner (Ingrid) of Sweden, her sister Traude Eisner- Luethi of SwitzerlandaswellasmanyotherEuropeanrelatives
Though Pauline lived many miles from her family she was in frequent phone contact with her siblings and in particular with her brother Albert. She took comfort in their conversations as they shared many things abouteachother’slivesandreminiscedoverfamilymemories
She is especially missed by her niece Krista Eisner of North Cowichan, BC who helped care for her aunt in herfinalyearsandwithwhomshesharedaspecialrelationship.
Nomemorialserviceisplanned. PaulinewillbelaidtorestatMountainViewCemeteryinDuncan,BC Toexpresscondolences,sharememoriespleasevisitwww.hwwallacecbc.com
In Memoriam
Memoriam
John(Jack)Hilton
May17,1944-April6,2023
In the early morning of April 6, 2023, a limbhadfallenfromourfamilytree....
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jack, loving husband, dad and grandpa at the Langley Hospice House He fought a long hard battle with cancer and was surrounded by loved ones whenhepassed.
He is survived by his loving wife Kathy of 55 years, son Trevor (Nadine) Hilton, daughters Karla (Norman) Prive and Tanya (Tony) Lopez, and grandchildren Kyle, Taylor, Hailea, Garrett, Hayden and Landon as well as sister in-laws, andbrotherin-laws, numerousniecesandnephews He was predeceased by his parents: Thomas and Mary Hilton, Sisters: Betty HainsworthandIrenePettigrewandBrother,DerekHilton
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday April 28, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Mackenzie Royal Canadian Legion Branch 273. In lieu of flowers, donations inmemoryofJack,maybemadetotheCanadianCancerSociety
SophiaCaskey(Strymecki)
April24,1926toMarch31,2023
Sophia Caskey (Strymecki) passed away peacefully in her sleep, in her apartment, in BurnsLake,B.C
Sophia was born in Ywen, Ukraine, and came across to Canada in 1929, with her parents, Fred and Anne Shostak, and 2 of hersisters.
Sophia is survived by brother Fred Shostak (Rita) and sister Olga Onufrachuk (Mike), daughter Linda Uchacz (Ron) and son Ken Strymecki Ron and Linda have two sons Mike Uchacz (Britney),(Great Grandson Lucas) and Gary Uchacz (Holi) Sophia has many nieces and nephews and in-laws in both the Shostak and Strymecki Families.
Predeceased by her husbands, Bill Caskey and Albert Strymecki, Brothers John, Steve,(Violet) Walter Shostak and sisters Mary Strumecki (Charlie), AnneTyschuk(John)
Shopia was married to Albert Strymecki on October 18, 1947 in Kamloops, BC, and then to Bill Caskey December 13, 1991, in Vernon BC Sophia lived in a few places after, Smithers, Terrace, Prince George, Surrey, Vernon and thentoBurnsLake
We were blessed to have her for 96 years and she was very happy to be in Burns Lake closer to her daughter and son. Sophia lived a great life with very littleillnessinherlife,andwasabletoenjoylifeatitsfullest
A Mass, and a traditional Panachyda will be held at St Georges Ukrainian Catholic Church, In Prince George, B.C, April 22, 2023 11:00 am A burial servicewillbeheldinTerraceBCatalaterdate
Memorials or donations may be made in Sophia’s name, to the St George’s UkrainianCatholicChurch,PrinceGeorge,B.C.oracharityofyourchoice.
REMEMBRANCES
FrankLudwigSchlosser
1926-2023
Surrounded by his family’s love and God’s goodness, Frank Schlosser passed away peacefully on April 2, 2023,attheUniversityHospitalofNorthernB.C inPrinceGeorge
Frank was born to Barbara (née Engler) and Frank Schlosser on November 21, 1926, on a farm near Lancer, Saskatchewan. In 1928, the family moved to the farm where he grew up which was close to Ingebrigt Lake As the eldest of five children, he assumed many responsibilities on this family farm from a young age Later, he would also be employed as a worker on other farms, including those requiring a shepherd. In his twenties, he began dating Hildegarde Jackle whose family owned the farm next to the Schlossers They were married September 4, 1949, and they immediately moved to the Okanagan, eventually settling in Vernon where they lived for 60 years In the Okanagan, Frank initially worked for orchardists and loggers, finally settling into a lumber industry career that lasted for over 30 years, most of it as a sawmill worker at the Coldstream Planing Mill In September of 2009, Frank and Hilde relocated to PrinceGeorgetobeclosertomorefamilymembers
Frank was known for his physical strength, love of music, boisterous laugh, and loyalty to family and friends He also had great stamina; at the Mill, he worked outdoors year-round while, at the same time, he tended to the gardens, fruit trees, and animals he and Hilde had. He was a member of St John’s Lutheran Church in Vernon for over 60 years, regularly serving on its church council in various capacities and singing as a tenor in the choir. In his 80s, Frank proved himself to be adventurous and open to new experiences while living at the Prince George Chateau, participating regularly in activities such as yoga and taichi
Frank was predeceased by Hilde in 2011 and by his eldest child, Enid Bond, in 2017. Frank is lovingly remembered by his children Tim, Donna Ginter, and Milton as well as his children’s spouses David Bond, Wendy Schlosser, Cornelius Ginter, and Paul Harland. Frank is cherished by his grandchildren Aaron Bond (Jenifer), Michael Schlosser (Adrienne Elkerton), Andrew Bond (Erin), Andrea Brown (Ben), Lynette Schlosser, Kyle Harland (Jennifer Gibson), Adrian Ginter (Meghan), Fraser Harland (Claire Kane Boychuk), Eric Ginter (Jacqueline Squire), and Elizabeth Stauffer (Zak), as well as by his great grandchildren Natalie and Matthew Bond, Emma and Eli Bond, Ruby and Georgia Ginter, Mira Kane Harland, Aralyn and Penelope Ginter, and Wyatt, Sophia, and Hazel Stauffer Frank is also survived by his brother Donald (Pearl) and sisters-in-law Myrtle Hope, Margaret Elash, and Eileen Jackle, and by numerous nephews, nieces, and godchildren. In addition to his parents, Frank was predeceased by his siblingsJohn,RoseZubot,andMaryCraven.
The family offers a special thanks to Drs Irina Israt, Arthur Carter, and Heidi Mader, as well as to the other health care professionals who provided compassionate care to Frank and his family In addition, the family would like to offer heartfelt thanks to the staff, friends, and pastors at Prince George Chateau, Emmaus House, and Gateway Lodge Long-term Care; to Frank’s very special friend Pastor Arlo Johnson; and to PastorKyleEddyandtheZionLutheranChurchfamily
Those wishing to remember Frank may do so with a gift to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Red Cross,CanadianCancerSociety,ZionLutheranChurchBellChoir,oracharityoftheirchoice.
As you share the stories and the memories of how they lived their lives and how very much they meant, may you find comfort...
A celebration of Frank’s life will take place at Zion Lutheran Church, 180 Tabor Blvd., Prince George, BC, onSaturday,April22,2023,at11am Aluncheonwillfollowtheintermentofashes
For those wishing to attend online, a live stream of the service will occur on YouTube commencing at 1100 April22,2023PDTatthefollowinglink: @zion-vanderhoof-lutheran.
REMEMBRANCES
Lillian(Lily)Michalchuk
Jan2,1933-April6,2023
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother Lillian is survived by her son Henry (Jan), daughters Nadine and Delilah, grandchildren; Kari-lynn (Shaun), Aaron (Lori), Jonathan (Christie), and Karla, great grandchildren; Madison, Jack, Jayden, Keira, Araya, Emery,Kinsley,Oliver,andQuinn.
Predeceased by her parents Mike Panas and Mary Nozak, brothers John and Ed Panas, and her daughter ShirlyBleackley
Born in Northern Valley, Alberta, Lillian was raised in the Elk Point, Edmonton and Spedden areas Raised on a farm, she told of her fond memories spending time with her grandparents and listening to hockey games on the radio with her uncle As children, Lillian and her brothers would melt sugar on the wood stove to make candy, but luckily weren’t caught as this was during the war years and you simply didn’t waste food. At age 14 the family moved to Vernon, BC and Lil worked at a local cannery, and she spent her first pay-cheque on a brand new bike! After a few years the family decided to move to Upper Fraser, BC. Lillian joined them a month later, taking the train, bringing along her bike and her gold fish,lol On the way she overnighted in Jasper at the Athabasca hotel, and while changing the water, she lost her poor goldfish down the drain. When she arrived in Upper Fraser, everyone in town was meeting the train as it was Sunday, and that’s the first time she set eyes on John Michalchuk. Lillian and John courted for over a year and were married in 1951 in Edmonton. They resided in Vilna for awhile, where Henry was born. Beautiful BC called them back tho, so they moved to the Upper Fraser area, residing there until 1967 Shirly and Nadine were born during those years. Wonderful long time friends and great memories were made while living there, times thatwerecherishedbyLillianandallthefamily
Lillian started playing guitar and mandolin as a teenager, and she and John used to sing together at parties in their younger years The song “My Happiness” was a particular request The children grew up with lots ofmusicandsinging,somethingthey’vealwaystreasured
In 1967, the family moved to Prince George where Delilah was born. John and Lillian purchased a brand new home where they were both fortunate enough to live until their passings. All the neighbors became close family friends, and there are many great memories of time spent together, playing music, family weddings,andcamping.
After retirement, Lillian and John had even more time to spend in the great outdoors, something they both loved. Lillian was an avid fisherwoman and hunter She knew all the edible mushrooms and the family spent lots of time picking them, fiddleheads and all the berries The family grew up with a garden and lots of canning and that was all thanks to her. In her spare time Lillian also enjoyed crocheting and knitting, makingdoily’s,sweatersandblanketsforusall.
All her life Lillian looked after her family, cooking amazing food, and providing a clean and wonderful home for us Family was the most important thing to her, and no matter the time or distance apart, she lovedusall
Wewillmisshergreatly,butwewillcelebrateherlife
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MichelleTaylor
Nov261954-Jan312023
We are in deepest sadness to inform everyone that Michelle Taylor has passed away She was a loving wife, mother, grandparent, sister, aunt, and was someone who lived her life for everyone else around her Despite all the efforts involved, Mom had succumb to an incurable brain tumour on Jan 312023.
She was surrounded by the love of her family and friends in her own home the day she passed. Despite all odds against her, mom never seen the negative in what was happening and always shared a positive attitude through everything-always comforting everyone around up until the very end. She was an amazing person and someone we all miss more than she would have ever known. We love you Michelle Taylor and truly hope you are in the most wonderful place being treated the way you have always treated everyoneelsearoundyou.
Mom was a huge advocate for the outdoors She loved to camp, be out on the lakes and rivers in their jet boat, out on the trails in their side by side and always surrounding herself with lots of friends and family We have been struggling trying to figure out how to represent mom in the best way, so we are planning a Celebration of Life for Mom out at one of our family’s favourite resorts--Pitka Bay It is located on Stuart Lake just before you enter into Ft. St. James, for the weekend of August 25th to the 27th. It’s a beautiful resort with a boat launch, marina and a beach. There is motel on the lake and many camp spots available for RV’s and campers We have spent many family events out there and everyone is welcome Please, if you decide to join us for the weekend, we advise everyone to make their reservations sooner than later There are other hotels and campgrounds near by just in case there are no rooms or spots available If you chose to come for the day, we will be holding a ceremony in her name on Saturday the 26th at 1pm in the afternoon. The number for the resort is 250-9963532. Please inform them the reason why you will be staying. Thank you, we look forward to seeing everyonethere
Condolencesmaybeofferedat www.AssmansFuneralChapel.com
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KOPY, Gillian L. April 10, 1944 - April 7, 2023
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Gillian Leslie Kopy (nee Bennett). Gill was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Walter Kopy. She is survived by her sons Leon (Brenda) and Vaughan and grandchildren Justin, Ethan, Stuart and Leah. She is also survived by her three siblings, John Bennett (Pamela), Jennifer Lock and Alan Bennett.
Gillian was an inspiration to all who knew her - her friends, family, colleagues, patrons, and most importantly, her sons and grandchildren. Her love of life, her devotion to Walter and raising her two sons, and her connection to the communities she lived in have never been short of admirable. We will miss her immeasurably.
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REMEMBRANCES
ALDER, Ernie
October 20, 1929 - April 8, 2023
It is with much love and sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Ernie Alder. Ernie was born in Wittenbach, Switzerland, but travelled to Canada in his 20s. He settled in Prince George and met his wife Doris at a Swiss club social. They were married almost thirty years before her passing. He is also predeceased by his sister Bertie and father-in-law Hans Maag.
Left to cherish his memory are his three children, Beverly, Sylvia (Trevor) and Michael, his brother Hans (Nellie) and their children and grandchildren, as well as countless foster children. Ernie made a positive impact on those who were fortunate enough to have him in their lives. He believed in hard work (Canfor 27 years) and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He always looked forward to going to Tim Hortons, socializing and savouring every drop of his double double.
Willem(Bill)JohanTolkamp 1935-2023
Willem (Bill) Johan Tolkamp went to be with hisLordonApril7,2023.
Bill was born July 7, 1935, in Aalten, The Netherlands He immigrated to Canada in 1954, first living in the Lower Mainland then movingtoPrinceGeorgetolookforwork.
In Prince George, Bill met Catherine Meyer and they married on September 1,1962, and wentontoraisethreechildren.
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The family is incredibly grateful to the caregivers at UHNBC for taking such great care of Ernie. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation.
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A service will be held at the Prince George Funeral Service, 1014 Douglas Street, on Thursday, April 20th, 2023, at 10am.
LaverneMaxineRheault
May20,1951-March15,2023
‘’Some People only walk this earth for a short time. Their departure reminds us that angels are watching over us.”
On March 15, 2023, Laverne Maxine Rheault rejoined her heavenly family and gained her wings. It is with great sadness that we announce the Passing of Laverne with her husband Paulbyherside
Laverne had the biggest heart and the most beautiful smile She was a private and quiet person, but also very witty and fun. She was fearless and independent, yet sensitive and incredibly compassionate. She was strong-willed and stubborn, but those traits defined Laverne They were partofwhoshewas,andherstrengthundoubtedlyhelpedherdealwithlife’schallenges
Laverne was a loving wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to so many It would be wrong to say that Laverne lost her battle to cancer because she never stopped fighting. No matter how sick she was, she was always determined. When anyone else would have broken, Laverne stayed Strong. Through her, we know what resilience and perseverance truly looks like There was no quit in Laverne Just becausesheisnolongerhere,doesnotmeanshelostherfight Shewillalwaysbeinourhearts
LavernewaspredeceasedbyherMother,Eleen,Father,Cliff,Brother,Mervin.
Laverne is survived by her husband Paul, sister Brenda, aunt Coral, son Clint, (Sharon), daughter Shelley (Kent), stepdaughter Beverly (Dwayne), stepson Micheal, (Carla) grandchildren, Daniel (Cass), Kaitlyn, Kaleb, Kailey, Kassidy, Jennifer, Dakota, Jacob, niece Nicolette and many more niece’s and nephews and stepchildren.
A Service of remembrance will be held on April 29th, 2023 at 1:00 pm at The Prince George Funeral Home (1014 Douglas St.), Followed by a Celebration of life at the Bon Voyage Restaurant Banquet Room (4366 Hwy16West) Inlieuofflowers,donationscanbemadetoCancerSocietyinLaverne’sname
Bill was an active member of the Prince George Christian Reformed Church and a founding member of Cedars Christian School He enjoyed playing the trumpet and often playedinchurchonspecialoccasions.
On arriving in Canada he first worked on the farms in BC’s Lower Mainland. Once in Prince George, he worked for the highways department, then started his own road construction company Bill was a long-time member of the Prince George Construction Association.
Together, Bill and Catherine enjoyed traveling and spending time with family
After retiring, they used their skills and volunteered with Christian Reformed World Renew, travelling to places that had experienced natural disasters and helping with rebuildingefforts.
In 2007, Bill and Catherine moved to Surrey to join the retirement community at Elim Village Here, Bill also shared his musical talent and would play the trumpet at special events In Surrey, they became members of theFleetwoodChristianReformedChurch.
Predeceased by his wife Catherine, December 2022. His parents Johan and Johanna Tolkampandninesiblings
Survived by children John (Lourdes Rodrigo) Tolkamp, Susan (Mark) Brink, Rudy (Stacey) Tolkamp; nine grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren; brothers Henk Tolkamp, Chris Tolkamp,sisterRiekTerHorst.
Bill leaves behind a community of family, friends and faith in the Netherlands, Prince George B.C., BC’s Lower Mainland, and Elim VillageinSurreyBC Service will be held May 1, 2023, 2:00 pm at FleetwoodCRC,SurreyBC
Albert“Lyle”Lalonde
It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the peaceful passing of Albert “Lyle” Lalonde on the morning ofApril8,2023attheageof82.
He will be missed by his loving wife Lyn; children Vicki Lalonde; stepson Sean Robinson; grandchildren Ruby Luhtanen and Lukas Robinson; brother John Lalonde; sisters-in-law Susan Stephen, Judith (Barry) Rustad, Fran Guest (Debra Derbyshire) as well as other family membersandfriends
Lyle was predeceased by his parents; brothers Joey and Wayne Lalonde; his much loved in-laws Bob and Barbara Guest; son Robert and daughter KyraGuest
Lyle took pride in his work as a salesman and enjoyed volunteering at different sports events He always lent a helping hand to family, friends and neighbours Lyle’s great love of nature, dancing and dogs brought him the joy he so richly deserved.
A special thanks to the staff at Prince George Hospice House and the Palliative Care nursing stafffortheircompassionatecare
Condolencesmaybeofferedat www.FraserviewCrematorium.com
Devin Albert Olson
July 23, 1988 - April 1, 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our dear Devin. He is survived by his mother, Debby (Jim); father Owen (Sheryl); brother Kyle (Cherisse); stepbrothers Tyler (Helen) and Travis (Courtney); grandmother Fern; step-grandparents Lynn and Jo-Ann; a niece and two nephews; four special aunties Heidi, Kyla (Gilbert), Marcia (Anthony), and Brenda (Darryl); two special uncles Lenord and Marty (Crystal); and many other aunts, uncles, and cousins that loved him dearly. Devin was a fun-loving kid but got lost in the unrelenting world of addiction. Tragically, he was unable to make his way back home to us. His life ended much too early and, unfortunately, by someone else’s hand. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Kinghaven Treatment Centre or The Last Door Recovery Centre.
A celebration of life for Devin will take place on Sunday, April 30. Please contact a family member for the time and location.
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SallyAnnRoe
May11,1939November18,2022
It is with great sadness the family of Sally Roe announces her passing on November 18, 2022 at the age of 83. She was born on May 11, 1939 in Courtenay BC The island was her favourite place and where, as a teenager, she met Leo. The logging industry brought them to Prince George but she returned every summer to visit many beloved family members and friends who still live there Although she couldn’t swim and hated seafood, it was the ocean and beaches that were home to her Kye Bay is probably short of driftwood and shells thanks to mom’s collection. They went on to have four children. They built a successful road construction company and lived a goodlife
Mom will be remembered for her sarcastic humor, contagious laugh and generous nature She would drive across town for a dozen pastries and then show up at your door to share ONE with you. She loved to play bingo and go to the casino, as well as sit by a fire and tell us how to put logs on it If you ever played cards with her, your skin is a little thickerfromit
She leaves behind three of her four children Michael, Ron (Michelle), Cathy (Nick); brother Laurie (Gerdie) Mathers; grandchildren Tara, Chelsey, Kandice, Kurtis, Amy, Rylei; eight great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews whomsheloveddearly
She is predeceased by her husband Leo Roe; grandson Ethan Blacker; son Dennis Roe; sister Judy Drouillard and several cherished family members.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at the Hart Pioneer Centre 6986 HartHighwayfrom1-4pm
Condolencesmaybeofferedat www.AssmansFuneralChapel.com
JuneCarlson
1949-2023
June went to be with the LordonMarch31,2023.
She will be missed very much by her children Denise Ginter and Nancy Ginter and her two grandchildren Quinton GinterandAdeleneGinter
June will also be greatly missed by her brothers Gene Carlson, Charles (Shelley) Carlson and her sisterDianneCarlson.
As a Teacher’s Assistant for School District 57, she loved all children. June always encouraged studentstodotheirbestworknomatterwhat
June was described as professional and dedicated with all her work with School District 57 and her manyvolunteerjobsinPrinceGeorge,BC
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the CNIB (250) 563-1702 or the Child Development CenterofPG(250)563-7168.
Thank you to everyone at College Heights Baptist ChurchandJune’smanyfriends
MichaelJohn Wall
December13,1945March23,2023
Mike was born on December 13, 1945. He was the first of four children born to Murphy and Janet Wall He is survived by his wife Ellen (Ma) of 53 years, his daughters: Charlene, Rhonda (Bill), Heather, and his son Matthew (Drennen) grandchildren, Amanda, David, Brooklynn, Peyton, Kai, Brody, Ashlyn, Logain, Palge-Tania, Nick and DuncanAngus great-grandchildren: Kylan, Damien, and Dottie Sisters: Kathy (Greg) Donna, and sisterin-law Joanne (Brian), numerous nieces and nephews, extended family, countless “adopted children,”friends,andhisbelovedpets.
Mike was predeceased by his parents Murphy and JanetWall,andhisbrotherNorman.
Celebration of Mike’s life was held at 1:00pm on SaturdayApril1,2023atHartPioneerCentre
The family thanks all who attended and sorry for thosethatcouldn’torweren’tinformed.
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The more you give,
The more you get,
The more you laugh, The less you fret.
The more you do unselfishly.
The more you live abundantly.
The more of everything you share,
The more you’ll always have to spare.
The more you love,
the more you’ll find,
That life is good and friends are kind.
For only what we give away, Enriches us from day to day. TeresaPiercey-Gates
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CarolAnnYvonneBajkov
1958-2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Carol Ann Yvonne Bajkov who passed away peacefully on FridayMarch10,2023.
Carol was born on August 30th, 1958 in Calgary, Alberta She grew up in Calgary, Penticton & Victoria with her brother John and her loving and adventurous parents Patricia & Paul Snickars Carol met the love of her life, Phil Bajkov, while attending Mount Doug High School in Victoria, British Columbia They were married on December 28th, 1977 at the young age of 19. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised two children, LaraleeandMatthewinPrinceGeorge Carol’s family was the center of her life, but she also had a deep love for her chosen families She found joy and fulfillment in her Norman Lake community, the “Movement Fitness” Gym community, The Festival of Trees organization, her “Around & About” Family Daycare, and of course, her own family; Phil (Iris (late) & Alec), Matthew (Lisa), Lara (Kevin), Grandchildren; Claire, Mason, Jaden & Parker, brother John, Parents Pat & Paul, and all her extended family; Alan (Alena), Sandra (late), Joan (Gordon(late)), Ian (Christine), Andrew (Teri-Lynn) including all nieces and nephews Her generous and loving nature made her a beloved member of each community,andherimpactwillbefeltforyearstocome
In her free time, Carol focused all her energy on her four grandchildren; they all adored their Nanna Every holiday, weekend, and adventure was based around creating memories with them She always showed up with a thoughtful craft or a plan in hand on making the day exciting. She will be deeply missed by all those she impacted; her smile, hugs, sense of humor and her devotion tohelpingotherswillbecherishedmemoriesofCarolthatwillneverbeforgotten.
A Celebration of Life to honor Carol’s life will be held on April 22, 2023 at The Columbus Community Centre (7201 St Lawrence Ave Prince George B.C.) from 11 am - 1 pm In lieu of flowers,donationsmaybemadetotheSpiritoftheNorthHealthCareFoundation.
If you have memories, pictures, or any notes or letters you would like to share please send them to: RememberingCarolBajkov@gmail.com
WayneSydneyKing
1946-
2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passingofWayneonFebruary11,2023.
Wayne is survived by his loving family; his wife of 55 years, Bev, his daughter, Candace Cameron (Ron), and son, Cory King (Susie) His four grandchildren, Jennie Cameron, Jordan Cameron, CiaraKingandChristyKing.
He will be forever remembered by his sisters, Darlene Dance, Donalda Budai and his brother, KenKing(Linda)andtheirfamilies
Wayne was predeceased by his parents Syd and Muriel King and his brother-in-law, George Dance
“His memory is our keepsake With which we’ll never part God has him in his keeping We have him in our hearts.”
He traveled the country With a smile of great pride Now he drives the streets of Heaven On the truckers last ride
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Loss
Each loss is very different, The pain is so severe. Will I ever stop missing
This one I loved so dear?
Good times we had together,
The moments that we shared We didn’t have to tell each other
How much we really cared.
I never dreamed you’d go away, Never thought of sorrow.
So sure you’d always be here
Took for granted each tomorrow.
Now my life is all confused
Since you went away. You took a part of me
And for help I daily pray
But when God sent you to me
He never sa d that you were m ne, That I could keep you always –Only borrowed for a time.
Now, He’s called you home I’m sad and I shed tears.
Yet I’m glad He loaned you to me
And we had these many years
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Forestry Operations Supervisor
– Fort St. James BC
Hampton Lumber Mills Canada has a full-time position available for an innovative and motivated individual at their Fort St James operation
As a member of the Woodlands team, based out of Fort St James, you will be responsible for ongoing supervision, co-ordination of logging and road construction operations and other forestry related activities to ensure the safe and timely delivery of logs to our Fort St James sawmill
Fort St James is one of the oldest settlements in BC and is rich with history, including First Nation, aviation & fur trade There is something there to keep everyone happy Lakes, mountains, golf course, arena, bike park, community arts council and so much more! They offer the ideal life-work balance and you are only 40 minutes from Vanderhoof and less than 2 hours from Prince George.
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
• Supervision of logging, road construction and maintenance contractors
• Implementation of Hampton’s safety, environmental and forest certification plans
• Building/maintaining relationships with First Nation, Government and community groups
• Scheduling and budgeting for monthly and annual work
• Rate negotiations for logging and road maintenance contracts
• Co-ordination of forestry and silviculture activities
An ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
• Registration (or eligible for registration) as a Forest Professional with the ABCFP
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to work independently and in a team environment, both in the office and in the field
• Proven analytical, organization and project management skills
• Sound understanding of what is required for safe, productive and environmentally effective forestry operations.
Hampton Lumber Mills Canada offers a competitive salary with an industry leading extended health and benefits plan
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
We thank everyone for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Please forward your resume to:
Anne Currie, Human Resources Assistant Fort St. James Forest Products
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC REVIEW OPPORTUNITY
The College of New Caledonia (CNC) has proposed a new Research Forest Management Plan applicable from 2023 to 2028. The Plan is available for review and comment until April 30, 2023. The Plan is available from:
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Contact: Carl Pollard, RPF 250-562-2131 ext 5358 pollardc1@cnc.bc.ca
Draft Timber Supply Analysis Information Package Tree Farm Licence 30 Management Plan 11
Notice is hereby given, under section 6 (1) of the Tree Farm Licence Management Plan Regulation, that Canadian Forest Products Ltd. (Canfor) is seeking public review and comment on the Draft Timber Supply Analysis Information Package, relating to Management Plan 11 (MP 11) for Tree Farm Licence 30 (TFL 30). MP 11 is being prepared to meet the requirements of the Tree Farm Licence Management Plan Regulation. This regulation includes content requirements, submission timing and public review requirements for TFL Management Plans
The Management Plan consists of a summary of the TFL along with the Timber Supply Review Analysis report and Information Package with a reference to the other guiding legislation (i.e Forest Stewardship Plans, Sustainable Forest Management Plans and other Higher Level Plans).
The Information Package sets the assumptions that will be applied in the Timber Supply Analysis This information is provided to the Ministry of Forests to set a new Allowable Annual Cut for the TFL.
All interested parties are invited to view and comment on the Draft Timber Supply Analysis Information Package for MP 11, from April 20, 2023 through to June 20, 2023. Viewing appointments can be arranged by calling (250) 570-8444. Additionally, the document can be viewed at https://www.canfor.com/responsibility/forestmanagement/plans Comments will be accepted until 4:00 pm June 20, 2023.
For further information, please contact: Terry Lazaruk, RPF Strategic Planning Coordinator, Canadian Forest Products Ltd. PO Box 9000, Prince George, BC V2L 4W2 Terry.Lazaruk@canfor.com
THE MATTER OF THE BANKRUPTCY OF SHAWNA LYNETTE BARNES
NOTICE is hereby given that Shawna Lynette Barnes filed an Assignment in Bankruptcy on April 4, 2023, and that John S. Beverley & Associates Inc. was appointed as Trustee. The first meeting of creditors will be held on the 24th day of April 2023 at the hour of 3 o’clock in the afternoon, at the office of the Trustee 1240 5th Avenue, in the city of Prince George, in the Province of British Columbia or via MS Teams video conference
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Tackling spring cleaning without first decluttering a few rooms, drawers, or cupboards can be futile. Is this task worth the effort? The answer is a resounding yes Getting rid of unnecessary things gives you, among other things, an incre-
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Many find that sorting through their belongings brings up various emotions Can
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Once you ’ ve done this, sort through other items When deciding if you should keep something, ask yourself if it’s useful If you haven’t used it in over a year, it’s not essential. If you ’ re reluctant to part with an expensive item, remember that you can sell it to someone else who can give it a new life
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Looking for showy, brightly coloured flowers to give your flowerbeds new life this summer? Look no further than these five easy-to-grow annuals.
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2. Canna lilies are tropical-looking annuals These low-maintenance beauties come in a wide range of sizes from dwarf varieties to ones that grow up to 2.5 metres tall
3. Zinnias come in various striking shades. They take about four to seven days to germinate and 50 to 55 days to bloom.
4. Cleomes, also called spider flowers, are fastgrowing annuals These stunners grow 1 8 metres tall and are great as a backdrop in borders
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