THURSDAY, November 23, 2023
Uncertain future for youth jail
TED CLARKE Citizen staff
The province has yet to decide what it will do with the Prince George Youth Custody Centre once it closes.
Last Thursday, the province announced in a meeting with PGYCC staff that it plans to close the youth custody centre on Gunn Road on March 31, 2024, due to steady decreases in the number of young offenders being jailed as a result of changes to the federal Youth Criminal Justice Act in 2019.
“For a number of years we’ve actually seen a really significant trend, not only in
our province but across the whole of the country, with fewer young people being held in custody ,” said Mitzi Dean, Minister of Children and Family Development.
“We’re down to single figures (in Prince George) and we’ve seen that decline be sustained over many years, and we went through the pandemic as well.
Built to house 60 inmates aged 12-17 when it opened in 1989, the PGYCC now has an operational capacity that allows for up to 24 youth. Combined with the 84-inmate capacity at the other facility in Burnaby, the province has a total capacity of 108.
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Prince George Mayor Simon Yu said he’d like to see the Prince George Youth Custody Centre retain its focus to help youth in some way once the jail for young offenders closes in the spring.
“Any public facility to be underutilized to that extent – it required a different program,” said Yu. “This facility can be easily converted to address mental health or drug addiction. On that note, I am proud of the premier and I thank him for the decision. Burnaby Youth Custody Services Centre is adequate perhaps for the province as a whole under the current legal system. To better utilize public money is a good thing.”
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The Prince George Youth Custody Centre will close on March 31, 2024.
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Long-term care home coming to College Heights
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff
A 200-bed long-term care facility will be built in College Heights in partnership with Northern Health and Providence Living, health minister Adrian Dix, anounced last Tuesday.
Ground breaks at 6500 Southridge Avenue in the fall of 2024, with 18 to 24 months earmarked for construction.
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Prince George has provided the 16 acres of land where the 200-unit facility will be built and there is expansion potential for the future.
“As people age, they need access to compassionate and dignified care,” Dix said. “That’s why our government is expanding long-term care throughout the province, including in Prince George. Through our partnership with Providence Living, a new care home is coming to Prince George, which adds more long-term care beds to the community to ensure more seniors can stay in the community they love with the support they need.”
This is the first new long-term care facility to be built in Prince George in 15 years.
Providence Living will build and operate the longterm care home in partnership with Northern Health. The first step will be the design phase followed by the procurement phase that will identify contractors for the
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design and construction. There was no set value offered as it is just being set out for tender but Dix said there is a similar facility built down south for 300 residents that is valued at $286 million.
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Northern Health to bring to life a vision for long-term care that will utilize a world-class living environment alongside a unique style of care that is infused with compassion and tailored to the unique story of each resident,” Mark Blandford, Providence Living president and CEO, said. “Our new home will offer private rooms within a community setting where residents can enjoy everyday activities and interactions that respect their individuality and ensure each day is a day well lived.”
The main features of the new care home will feature single-bed rooms with private bathrooms in units where a household will see 12 rooms come together with social and recreational spaces found in a typical home, such as shared living and dining rooms, indoor and outdoor spaces for social and leisure activities for residents and family, as well as quiet rooms and private spaces. There will also be amenities for cooking meals on site, and non-denominational space for worship, reflection and spiritual practice, including Indigenous ceremonial practices and a staffing model that supports person-centred care and values seniors in care.
Long-term care homes provide care for people with complex care needs who can no longer live safely and independently at home, and who require 24-hour nursing care through a range of services delivered by well-trained staff.
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As of October, there were 21 youth inmates in the two facilities.
The Youth Criminal Justice Act that became law in 2003 was amended in 2019. Since that amendment, the average number of youth in custody has declined 53 per cent. The PGYCC currently has just four inmates.
what will happen to the facility and whether the province will make it available to treat people with addictions or mental health issues or to house the city’s homeless population. Dean said how it gets used is up to the Ministry of Citizens’ Services to decide.
The changes to reduce the use of custody for young offender prompted provincial governments to consider alternatives to incarceration for less serious offences. Dean says that allows the authorities to tailor services to the individual needs of each youth and keep them better connected to their community and culture. It also allows the province to adjust to the over-representation of Indigenous young people involved in the justice system through its support of restorative justice interventions.
“We aren’t seeing evidence that there’s an increase in youth criminality and we know that community-based youth justice programs and services are much more successful than custody,” said Dean. “We’re investing in community services to divert young people from custody and recidivism rates are much lower.”
The annual cost to operate PGYCC is about $5 million. Once services become centralized with the closure of PGYCC, Dean said some of the resources will be made available to community-based services and to cover the cost of temporary interim accommodation and transportation before a young offender gets moved to Burnaby.
Closing PGYCC brings into question
“There have been some early conversations with government and the next steps will be taken by the Ministry of Citizens’ Services and they will be doing engagement and consultation and will work with the community, First Nations, and the city to work out what will be the best use and best purpose of that building,’ said Dean. “A facility like that needs to be in service for the community.”
Dean confirmed about 50 staff will be affected by the closure, including corrections officers, teachers, pastors, psychologists, social workers, nurses, food services staff and maintenance contractors, and that the ministry will provide supports and will help them find other placements before the jail closes.
‘HELPING THE YOUTH’
Mayor Yu is familiar with the facility, having worked as a structural engineer on that project when it was built in 1989. He said the city will be involved in any possible future zoning changes or permit requirements depending on the needs of the new operator.
“Because it has an availability of a number of beds already we should find a way to staff the place,” he said. “I would like to see it as something for helping the youth. If we can catch youth when they want to get off drugs for example, when they have some issues, this might be an excellent place.”
Turn youth jail into treatment centre: advocate
TED CLARKE Citizen staff
The upcoming closure of the Prince George Youth Custody Centre is an opportunity to help northern B.C’s. most vulnerable women, says Connie Abe, executive director of the Association Advocating for Women and Community.
“It should be a women’s-only treatment centre or a family treatment centre so moms can go to treatment with their children, and it should be a detox centre,” said Abe.
“Right now the challenge we have is we don’t have enough detox beds, and when
they go to detox there’s a wait to get into treatment,” she said.
“Typically it’s 60 to 90 days and sometimes six months if you’re trying to get into Redfish Treatment Centre in Vancouver. They have to go out of town for that. We have Baldy Hughes but that’s for men.”
The closest women’s treatment centre is in Kamloops.
“When you keep seeing in the news that the overdose death rates are higher in the North, that would be a good indication that there should be a treatment centre in the North to help deal with addiction.”
Abe would like to see immediate
drop-in access to detox services where people who decide they want to stop using drugs or alcohol can be brought on short notice. The current 20-bed detox centre behind the hospital on Alward Place has limited entry and calls to determine bed access for clients are not accepted until after 8:30 a.m. If a spot is found, the outreach team then has to go out to locate the client before their bed is given to another person.
She said the detox centre serves the entire northern half of B.C. and is inadequate for the number of clients it could potentially serve.
“You’ve got people from Fort St. John,
Dawson Creek, Fort St. James, this is their detox and there’s only 20 beds, that’s not enough,” said Abe. “When someone comes from Terrace coming to Prince George to access detox, then what happens to them? There’s that wait list, so where do they go after that?”
The Prince George youth custody centre is being closed after years of being underutilized.
While the current capacity is for 24 youth aged 12-17, most often there are fewer than 10 young offenders incarcerated there and that is what prompted the provincial government’s decision to close it by March 31, 2024.
Murderer gets 10 years
JEREMY HAINSWORTH
Glacier Media
A Fort St. John man who pleaded guilty to killing his wife has been sentenced to life in prison with parole eligibility after 10 years for an attack the judge called “persistent, determined, ferocious violence.”
Shane Vernon Sutherland, 29, pleaded guilty in B.C. Supreme Court to the Feb. 8, 2021 second-degree murder of his spouse, Amanda Black.
A post-mortem examination of Black’s body disclosed injuries to her head, chest, and hands, including 12 chop wounds to her head and seven stab wounds to her chest.
“This crime was horrifically brutal, tragic, and senseless,” Justice Lisa Warren said in her Oct. 19 decision released Nov. 15.
“The extreme family violence left the young child of Ms. Black and Mr. Sutherland without their mother and essentially without their father as well.
“It caused and continues to cause profound pain for Ms. Black’s family and friends,” the judge said.
The court heard Sutherland met Black when he was 19 years old and they eventually moved in together.
By Feb. 8, 2021, they were having frequent arguments, often about Black’s alleged infidelity and parenting style.
He expressed remorse to the court for his actions. Sutherland and Black were common-law partners and the biological parents of one child. They lived together in a Fort St. John townhouse.
By Feb. 8, 2021, the relationship had deteriorated and was in the process of breaking down, Warren said.
Black spent much of the day on Feb. 8, 2021 with her friend, Erica Schulenburg. The child was at daycare and Sutherland was at work.
Black and Schulenburg picked up the child from daycare and then they picked up Sutherland at work.
Black and Schulenburg then went grocery shopping returning shortly after.
Sutherland helped Black carry the groceries into the house. Schulenburg stayed in the car and waited for Black to return as they had plans to go out again.
About 7:26 p.m., Schulenburg phoned Black who said she would be right out.
“She never did come out of the residence,” Warren said. “Very shortly after that call, Mr. Sutherland killed her. He struck her with a spike axe numerous times on her head and face, and he stabbed her with a knife many times. In doing this, he meant to cause her death.”
The child was in a nearby crib.
Sutherland then phoned his mother and father and told them he had killed Black. His mother called 911.
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Police found Black’s body with a plastic bag over her head. An axe handle was on her chest, having separated from the axe head at some point. The axe head was lodged in her skull.
Psychiatrist Dr. Johann Brink said Sutherland told him that during an argument in the moments prior to the murder, Black revealed that she was having an affair and she threatened to leave with the child — which she had done before.
“He told Dr. Brink that this caused him to lose control and triggered the violence that immediately followed,” Warren said.
She said Sutherland’s remorse and guilty plea were mitigating factors in sentencing.
Prince George inmate dies in B.C. prison
MARK NIELSEN
Special to The Citizen
A man whose death has sparked a debate over a plan to introduce a needle exchange program in federal prisons was serving more than five years for a 2016 shooting death in Prince George.
Kelly Michael Richet died on October 24 while in custody at Mountain Institution, a medium-security prison in Agassiz, Corrections Canada said in a statement. Richet had been sentenced on March 23 to 5 1/2 years less credit of 131 days for time served in custody prior to sentencing after pleading guilty to
manslaughter in the June 15, 2016 death of Robert Lee Milligan.
Milligan was found shot to death in the driveway of a 3600-block Forest Avenue home, Prince George RCMP said at the time of the incident. He was 33 years old.
Five years later, a charge of manslaughter using a firearm was approved against each of Richet and two co-accused, Christopher Ryan Russell and Cuyler Aubichon.
Crown stayed the proceeding against Russell on July 19 and the proceeding against Aubichon on October 3 after prosecutors determined there was no substantial likelihood of conviction. A
trial for Aubichon that was expected to last 13 days had been scheduled to begin that day.
The sentence for Richet in March came by way of a joint submission from Crown and defence counsels, B.C. Prosecution Service communications counsel Dan McLaughlin has confirmed. Less the credit for time served, Richet had five years one month and 21 days left to serve at the time of sentencing.
The cause of Richet’s death was not provided by Corrections Canada.
However, a Union of Canadian Correctional Officers representative has said Richet died from an overdose, believed to
be from fentanyl. John Randle, the union’s Pacific region president, went on to say two officers were exposed to fentanyl while responding to the overdose and one of them had to be given an overdose reversing drug. Randle said members are concerned for the safety of staff and inmates over a needle exchange program proposed by the Correctional Service in September. He said providing access to needles for inmates to inject their illegal drugs alone in their cells does nothing to curb or treat addictions, and the union is instead advocating for overdose prevention sites in prisons.
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Ban cellphones in Prince George classrooms
If the Prince George school district board is looking to move past endless, unnecessary debate about SOGI instruction and to mend fences with the Prince George District Teachers Association, here’s an idea: ban cellphones in classrooms.
Ontario has already done it provincewide and Quebec is in the process of doing the same.
Unfortunately, the NDP government in B.C. lacks the leadership to follow suit, deferring to individual schools and teachers.
Some private schools in B.C. proudly promote themselves as cellphone-free places that prioritize books and face-to-face learning.
A cellphone ban could serve as a nice way for school board chair (and B.C. Conservative candidate in Prince George-Mackenzie) Rachael Weber and teachers association president Daryl Beauregard to actually do some meaningful work together to improve student outcomes, rather than just call for the other to resign on social media over their political differences.
There is a growing amount of research to support what is an obvious truth to the parents of children and teenagers.
Cellphones and the social media apps on them are addictive technology that damage mental health, especially in young people.
As for the parents and guardians who insist that their children should be available on their cell at all hours, including when they’re in class, here’s what U.S. comedian Bill Maher says: “you’re a parent, not a probation officer.”
In case of emergencies, every parent’s child is one phone call to the school office away, as they always have been.
The details are simple.
Teachers would collect phones at the start of each class and return them at the end, meaning students
would still have their phones while at school, only outside of class time.
That would also give teachers the individual discretion to not collect phones during a class if they are being used for research.
High school students will stash their phones in their
purses or pockets, of course, but that’s not a problem at all.
So long as the phones are put away so the students can concentrate on what they’re supposed to be doing in class, then everybody wins.
Neil Godbout is the Citizen’s editor
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Home prices up much faster than inflation
My parents bought their house in Vancouver in 1961 for $15,000. Many years later, it was demolished and replaced with another house now worth millions –roughly 150 times as much.
At the same time, my father was making about $6,000 per year, a middle-class income for those times.
If his management position still existed, it certainly wouldn’t have a salary 150 times as much.
That would be $900,000.
Inflation has been a fact of life since the age of exploration. It is part of Adam Smith’s famous treatise on capitalism.
He rationalized it as a necessity in order to ensure investment occurred. After all, without a return on investment provided by profit, what was the point of investing?
This is fundamental to capitalism. Money needs to make money. And inflation is the by-product. Prices go up as companies have to cover their costs.
Since 1960, inflation in Canada has averaged 3.8 percent per year. Prices have increased 886 percent since then because of the mathematics of compound interest. That is, an item costing $100 in 1960 would now cost $986.
Some prices, for example that of milk, have roughly tracked with those inflation
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PROBLEMS WITH CANADA POST
I recently had a change of mail carriers (I have mail delivered to my door) and since the change I have not been receiving mail on a regular basis.
My doorbell camera has recorded him coming here twice since Oct. 1.
After filing two complaints about this to the Canada Post 1-800 number and getting nowhere, I phoned the depot directly to speak to the supervisor.
When I did finally speak to him, he refused to answer my questions about mail delivery. He actually yelled and screamed at me and then hung up on me!
As taxpaying citizens who pay the wages of the employees at Canada Post, don’t we deserve better?
Maybe my problem is I’m old enough to remember when things moved a bit slower and people took the time to be kind to each other. There was a basic social standard of acceptable behavior.
This level of poor service and the approach of bullying those who dare to complain is relatively new. And it works. People are scared away, figure it’s not worth the fight.
I would love to hear a response from the Prince George Canada Post depot other than sticking up for the employee who screamed and hung up on me. What is going on down there? I have an employee from the depot telling me that my new carrier is the son of the supervisor and it’s common knowledge that his son doesn’t complete his routes.
Apparently there is no policy at Canada Post about family members working together. I asked specifically if a supervisor and his son could work out of the same depot. No problem, I was told.
How many companies have that policy these days?
I truly believe based on evidence from my previous mail carrier and my neighbors that the new carrier has a reputation for being mean and vindictive towards customers including pepper spraying dogs without
numbers. When I was a kid, milk was 35 cents for a 3-quart carton, which would translate now to $4.77 for a 4-litre jug –the price milk was selling for last year. Other things, such as house prices, have gone through the roof. And wages have not kept up.
My father’s single job provided our family with a middle-class income by working just 50 weeks per year. Now, families typically need two people working 50 weeks per year, or more, in order to have a middle-class income.
Is it any wonder we are all stressed?
That we feel we are not getting ahead?
Is this something the Liberals did? No.
provocation and not reporting it to the supervisor, as well as putting mail holds on people with dogs. I have already been threatened about my dogs, right after my first complaint.
To me personally, the scariest thing about this is that it fits a profile of Prince George and how business is done here. It is a clear, distinct pattern of behavior: a lack of customer service, and then lack of accountability for the poor service all seemingly accepted by a population who seemed to be brainwashed into thinking this is all that they can expect.
I’m sorry if you are the Prince George Citizen and my negative view of the culture of Prince George offends you. I also know that I have contacted you a lot about my experiences here.
People new to this area have a lot of insight and perspective to share. The Prince George culture is very unique to Prince George and I believe it would be beneficial to the whole community if it was challenged once in a while.
In regards to my issues with School District 57, including noise from school grounds, harassment and slander from the principal including two false police complaints, I have retained a legal firm from Vancouver to represent me.
We will start with two separate cease and desist letters and see where it goes from there.
At this point, we are not seeking damages but that is dependent on the response from the defendant.
Lynn Blatta, Prince George A NEW
HOSPITAL PARKADE?
Am I the only person that thinks something stinks with the article about a new parkade at UHNBC?
Will all 471 spaces have car chargers?
Is it not the governments of the world pushing to be rid of gas and diesel vehicles, so let’s build another massive concrete building that will have a huge carbon
Inflation has been a constant under both Conservative and Liberal governments. Indeed, inflation has been a constant in the market economy around the world.
This is why I find Pierre Poilievre’s claim that he will solve the housing crisis and bring inflation under control ludicrous. Inflation has nothing to do with Justin Trudeau. It is a fundamental component of our capitalist economic system. But maybe Poilievre really wants to do away with capitalism.
Todd Whitcombe is a chemistry professor at UNBC.
fooprint to park said vehicles in?
I suppose all that carbon tax we are paying will help offset the footprint. So now the rub, the same article states the Northern Interior Health Unit is to be demolished to make way for a new surgical tower.
The health unit building is only 44 years young. Is that the life span of a taxpayers dollar?
I have had a great career in construction and welcome most projects (one of my first jobs was working on the construction of the health unit) but something is wrong when you add up all these costs, parkade, health unit to build and demolish, plus a new surgical tower.
Please will somebody in government inform me we are okay financially so I can stop worrying about these astronomical costs being incurred.
Plus all the while people live in a tent village, which you can likely see from the top of one of the tower mentioned, freezing to death and coping with horrific challenges in life.
Ross Pullan, Prince George SENIORS
NEED A BREAK
I am writing this letter out of concern for seniors, of which i am one.
With the rising cost of everything out there except for seniors income, I was taken back by the Victoria Medical Building ending free parking passes for seniors.
I’m quite sure whoever owns this building and parking area doesn’t need the money as much as us seniors who frequent this building for age-related health reasons. I can’t believe you need these few dollars as much as we do.
Is this act really going to make you richer than you probably already are.
This is one more slap in the face for us seniors who helped to shape this city.
This is disgusting.
Robert Rosin, Prince George
Drugs, gun sale earns five years in jail
MARK NIELSEN Special to The Citizen
One of the subjects of an investigation into a major trafficking operation was sentenced last Wednesday to five years in prison.
“The sentences will serve to denounce Mr. Goodkey’s conduct. They will also serve to deter him and other likeminded individuals and also, by not being unduly harsh, serve to promote Mr. Goodkey’s rehabilitation,” Simpkin said.
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The outcome for Garth Clarence Goodkey, 54, came in the form of a joint submission from Crown and defence counsels after he pleaded guilty to one count each of trafficking in a controlled substance and trafficking in a firearm.
According to an agreed statement of facts, between Jan. 30, 2020, and Sept. 26, 2020, Goodkey sold to an undercover police officer 21 ounces of cocaine worth $47,800 and seven pounds of cannabis worth $10,500 as well as a prohibited semi-automatic rifle along with two magazines capable of holding up to 30 rounds for $1,350. Police had also uncovered 100 cannabis plants and 114 clones and a restricted revolver when they executed a search warrant on a Fir Street home associated to Goodkey. A further 49 pounds of cannabis as well as a revolver classified as restricted and a ring valued at $135,000 were seized from his Westmount Crescent home.
Goodkey was sentenced to two years on the drug-related count and three years on the firearm-related charge, with the terms to be served consecutively.
In agreeing to the terms, Provincial Court Judge David Simpkin said that while the sentences are at the low end of the scales for the offences, they remain proportionate to the gravity of the crimes committed and Goodkey’s moral culpability.
His decision to plead guilty spared Crown “scarce resources” that would have been needed to achieve a prosecution, it was also noted. A trial on the matter would have lasted for weeks, the court was told during submissions last Tuesday.
Although prohibited in Canada, the court heard that when Goodkey sold the gun and magazines he was confident they were not going to be used against people but rather for recreational shooting.
When the officer posing as a buyer complained it was not a fully-automatic weapon, Goodkey agreed to take it back and offered a reduced rate for the cannabis, the court was told.
When given a chance to speak, Goodkey said he just wanted to move forward and deal with his addiction issues, “not that it excuses any of it, I did do these things.”
Goodkey was among three men charged in December 2022 in connection with a years-long investigation by the B.C. Combined Forces Investigation Unit that culminated in the seizure of 29 guns plus ammunition 1.7 kilograms of cocaine and 958 cannabis plants along with 29 guns plus ammunition.
Some $40,000 in cash, three trucks, a money counter and more than 3,000 pills of various types were also seized, police have said. The ring, meanwhile, has been forfeited to the province as a proceed of crime.
Co-accused Derek Charles Macnicol Timmins faces sentencing in January after pleading guilty to a count of drug trafficking.
Charges against a second co-accused, Daniel David Wilson, including a count of committing an offence for a criminal organization, remain contested.
Goodkey has a criminal record but it is the first time he has been sentenced to time in custody. In 2012, he was sentenced to 23 months house arrest on trafficking charges.
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Christmas hamper campaign underway
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff
The St. Vincent de Paul Society will once again be providing Christmas hampers to those families with children in need.
Every year, the society provides about 200 families a Christmas hamper that allows them to get their holiday dinner foods along with a bit extra to get through the holidays without the stress of being short through the season. Age-appropriate gifts are provided for the whole family, including toys for the children, so that everyone has a gift under the tree. To access the Christmas hamper program, applicants must provide a Care Card
number for all family members.
As in the recent past, the application intake is done by calling in. This year the phone numbers are 250-6404673 or 250-640-3521 and calls will be taken between 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 24, Tuesday, Nov. 28, Wednesday, Nov. 29 and Thursday, Nov. 30. Delivery date is Sunday, Dec. 17, from 11 a.m. to 1:20 p.m.
“We have a very small staff, there are four people at the drop-in centre on pay roll, and they are who prepare meals, pack meals and supervise volunteers,” Goold said. “It’s just too much for them so what we’ve done for the last two years is ask volunteers to be on the phones taking applications.”
Because of supply chain issues in the past, St.
Vincent’s has not been providing food in the Christmas hampers but rather vouchers that have purchase restrictions. A family with up to four members is considered a small family that gets a $175 voucher, four to eight people is a large family that gets a $250 voucher and then eight and up is an extra-large family that gets a $300 voucher.
“The food we get at Christmas donated from the wonderful community food drives provides relief over Christmas and into the new year,” Goold said. “Hunger does not stop after the holidays. Those donations serve countless families into May and June. The need goes on and on. Like I always say, poverty is 365 days a year, not two weeks over Christmas.”
Actress takes top awards
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff
Grace Dove, an Indigenous actress born and raised in Prince George, has two new awards for her mantle.
Dove was crowned best lead actress for her performance in Bones of Crows at the Red Nation International Film Festival and was there in person to receive the award. On the same day, she was also awarded the same honour at the American Indian Film Festival.
“I couldn’t be in two places at once, unfortunately, so I chose the sunshine,” Dove laughed about picking Los Angeles over San Francisco.
“It’s the Indigenous festivals that really mean a lot to me because it’s about building community and being recognized by my own people that makes me feel really at home and that I really belong and so having recognition from my peers and my community is extra special.”
Dove said she hopes productions like
Bones of Crows inspires non-Indigenous people to get curious and encourages them to be part of positive change.
“This gives me a lot of hope and it’s just the beginning,” Dove said.
Bones of Crows has also been made into a five-part series that can be seen on CBC Gem and APTN.
After a season as a regular on Alaska Daily, an ABC prime-time drama starring Academy Award-winner Hilary Swank, Dove has been offered a part in another TV series and says filiming for the pilot season will start up again in the new year after productions were stopped most of this year by strikes by the actors and writers.
“I feel like I am at the peak of my career so far so I hope I have a lot of exciting opportunities and I am excited about picking roles that build upon the career that I’ve had and combines all the skills I’ve been learning,” Dove said. “And in a weird way it feels like I’m just getting started.”
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Grace Dove, born and raised in Prince George, won two best actress awards at Indigenous film festivals in California for her starring role in Bones of Crows.
November 24, 2023
Fundraiser a big success
CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff
Recently, the Prince George Council of Seniors has been struggling to meet the demand of the Meals on Wheels program, which delivers prepared meals to local seniors in need.
Prince George Citizen publisher Curtis Armstrong decided to take action when he heard of their troubles and, in partnership with Canadian Tire and the Oakroom Grill, hosted a fundraising dinner that raised $10,885 for the program.
Armstrong and his team of volunteers gathered donations from community-minded businesses, organizations and individuals who contributed dozens of items for the cause.
“I am blown away by the generosity of our partners in the community who donated items for our silent auction and everyone who attended,” Armstrong said. “We got some amazing items to bid on and a really great cross-section of things that appealed to different people.
At the end of the evening I was so happy to see the total amount that was raised for the Meals on Wheels program. In a way I wasn’t really surprised at the total because I know that when the people of Prince George get behind something they really get behind something.”
Special thanks goes to Canadian Tire, Oakroom Grill, Trench Brewing, Northern Lights Estate Winery, and the Prince George Council of Seniors for providing the the Meals on Wheels program, added Armstrong.
Representatives from the Prince George Council of Seniors were in attendance at the event as well.
“The Prince George Council of Seniors is beyond grateful for all the support and dedication that contributed to making the fundraiser Wednesday night possible,” Michelle MacGregor, executive director of the Prince George Council of Seniors, said. “Having Meals on Wheels up and running means that over 100 seniors in Prince George will have meals five days a week.”
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New Men’s Shed group hosting grand opening
HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff
A new Prince George Men’s Shed is hosting its grand opening this month.
Local therapist Brent Goerz started the New Beginnings Men’s Shed earlier this year, but the group is now ready to host its grand opening at 597 4th Ave. in the old city carpentry shop.
Goerz had a vision to start another Men’s Shed in Prince George after the Vanderhoof Men’s Shed helped him recover from burnout from working as a hospital social worker.
“My informal job description was meeting people on the worst day of their lives,” said Georz, adding that for example, he’d be the person to call parents and let them know their child was in a car accident.
“I did that for 17 years until I couldn’t do it anymore.”
He found a therapist in Vanderhoof and began commuting there after which he discovered the Vanderhoof Men’s Shed.
“They have the formula for creating a safe space. You are not your job, or what you did as a job. It’s just embracing who you were and just come as you are.”
“It was just a place of safety and sometimes it was just sitting on the couch and listening to other people talk.”
A Men’s Shed is a physical space to address men’s tendency to suffer from isolation, loneliness and depression, particularly after retirement. They are places where men can gather, work on projects,
be creative, drink coffee and hang out.
“It’s just men gathering. One of the terms I like is stealth mental health so it’s actually helping men’s mental health in an informal way,” he said. “You can work on your mental wellness, without having to go to therapy. Yeah, you’re hanging out with other guys and it’s the shoulder-to-shoulder activity of doing something meaningful.”
Men’s Sheds are modelled after an Australian movement that started in 2007 and the first Canadian shed started in Winnipeg in 2011.
In 2014, the Vanderhoof Men’s Shed opened and it has now grown to over 100 members and there are now three Men’s Shed’s, including New Beginnings, in Prince George.
There is currently a PG Men’s Shed operating through the Canadian Mental Health Association of Northern B.C. (CMHA) and a Men Shed consisting of retired teachers in the Hart, but Goerz says there is always a need for more.
“Really, there needs to be a Men’s Shed
for every 10,000 people,” said Georz, adding that one day he hopes there could be a Men’s Shed for every neighbourhood in the city.
“Each shed basically is independently run and it really takes on the personality of the group. We’ve got kind of a tight group of about five leaders that all come from different walks.”
He said the name New Beginnings is a reference to a new beginning for retirees and also a new beginning for those who are who are struggling with their own mental wellness.
The group has been meeting at Omineca Arts Centre every Wednesday but is now ready to move to the carpentry shop. The ribbon cutting will take place from Nov. 26 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature food and dignitaries.
“Come join us and invite a friend,” said Goerz.
Those who are interesting in connecting with the New Beginnings Men’s Shed can find them on Facebook and through the provincial Men’s Shed network.
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Covid & Flu clinic Info
Northern Health COVID-19 and influenza (flu) immunization clinics continue in Prince George. Vaccines are free and recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older.
The latest clinic information can be found by visiting: Northernhealth.ca/healthtopics/covid-19-and-flu-immunization-clinics. Vaccine appointments may also be available at a nearby participating pharmacy Register and book through the Get Vaccinated system online at getvaccinated.gov.bc.ca, or call 1-833-838-2323 to schedule an appointment. Learn more about how to get vaccinated at Gov.bc.ca/respiratory-illness.
Long-Term Care Home announcement
Health Minister Adrian Dix was in Prince George at UHNBC, Tuesday November 14th, to announce new long-term care beds coming to the community Providence and Northern Health have signed an agreement to build a long-term care home that will add 200 beds in Prince George at 6500 Southridge Ave Providence, in partnership with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Prince George, is contributing the land. This will be the first new long-term care facility to be built in Prince George in 15 years.
You can read the whole story here stories.northernhealth.ca/news/new-long-term-care-home-coming-prince-george
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HOROSCOPES
ARIES
You’ll spend a lot of time on the move, and the telephone won’t stop ringing You’ll feel like you’re playing taxi, for example. Those around you want you to take part in the events that are being planned.
TAURUS
You’ll have great ideas for holiday gifts and need to draw up a budget to determine what’s feasible. This will save you from having to tighten your belt later You’ll be very generous.
GEMINI
Your natural spontaneity allows you to put your ideas into practice with ease. You’ll feel a strong desire to get out of the house, spend time with friends and get involved in charity work.
CANCER
Your work schedule during the approaching holiday season will not entirely satisfy you. However, by showing patience, determination and zeal, you’ll be on the receiving end of certain acts of goodwill.
LEO
You’ll feel burnt out at work. It’s important to take time to rest and reflect on your future. Taking a more spiritual approach to life could be beneficial in helping you regain balance.
VIRGO
Striking the right balance between family life and work may prove difficult. However, you’ll manage your time wisely You’ll also need to know how to deal with the unexpected and adapt to changing situations.
LIBRA
It’s the perfect time for you and a few of your nearest and dearest to go on a trip. Start getting ready now to gift the whole family something different and exciting this Christmas.
SCORPIO
Try not to hide your vulnerability Your friends and family are there to support you if you’re going through a difficult time. Don’t be afraid to show your emotions. Making changes will have a positive impact on your life.
SAGITTARIUS
You’ll soon be in a position to propose large-scale projects. You’ll be inspired to make big changes at work. Your partner will be attentive and romantic.
CAPRICORN
You’ll be surprised to receive some excellent news about your health or that of a loved one. You’ll benefit from an unexpected sum of money You’ll strike the perfect balance between work and family life.
AQUARIUS
You’ll be the focus of attention and may be rewarded for your achievements or a feat of some kind. This will make you feel proud and boost your selfesteem.
PISCES
It’s important to watch your diet and limit your alcohol consumption before the holidays. You may also experience stomach or digestion problems this week.
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Obituaries
CARMICHAEL, Bruce
October 23, 1954 - November 8, 2023
Norman ’Bruce’ Carmichael passed away on November 8, 2023, after battling with cancer for three years.
Bruce was born October 23, 1954, in Victoria, BC, to parents David and Doreen Carmichael. A loved son, brother, father, uncle, grandad and friend, Bruce is survived by his siblings, Brian (Ann), Ian and Jeannie; children Erin (Brett), Adrian (Rosanna), and Julian; grandchildren Nicholas and Gus; his former spouse and close friend Nicola; and his nephews and their families.
An advocate for the environment, Bruce was committed to the well-being and care of BC’s lakes and rivers within his career at the Ministry of Environment.
In the 80s, Bruce was living in Prince George, throwing legendary theme parties at his house on 5th avenue. There, he met Nicola and embraced a new family with Adrian and Julian. Later, they would adopt Erin.
Never one to sit still for long, Bruce designed and, with the help of many friends, built a timber frame cabin on Purden Lake and later a trail on the lake’s north shore. He could be found skiing at Otway, swimming with the Masters program, birdwatching and hiking, especially in England with Phil, and volunteering around town.
An avid gardener, you may have received a ’cedar street tomato’ started from seed each spring. In the kitchen, he was always spicing up many curries and sauces, and there was never a Christmas without his homemade eggnog.
Above all, Bruce was dedicated to his family and many friends.
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REMEMBRANCES
Obituaries
Lucien Joseph Anatole Prevost
November 13, 1930 - November 9, 2023
Lucien was born in Cuvier, District of Saskatchewan on November 13, 1930 to George and Madeleine Prevost. He was the 5th of 12 children, 6 boys and 6 girls. He is survived by sisters Jeanne and Jacqueline. Lucien’s parents homesteaded in this region and he attended Barrier Lake School. As a young man he worked on the farm and then left to work in Manitoba logging and then driving truck during the building of the TransCanada Highway through Manitoba.
Lucien met Katherine (Katie) Polchak in 1951 in Rose Valley and they fell in love and were married on June 30, 1953. They had their first child in 1954 and in 1956 moved to Prince George where they had 6 more children. Paulette (Robert Kelly), Larry (Nora) (Lindadeceased), Geraldine (Dan Schreiner), Gregory (Debbie), Michelle (Clint Hunter), Richard (Lena), Michael (Lisa-deceased). Over the years 18 grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren followed.
Lucien and Katie celebrated their 70th Anniversary in June of this year with family and friends.
Lucien worked in logging when he first arrived in Prince George. He then went on to work for International Harvester for many years as a heavy-duty mechanic and later into management there. From there he went on to open his own garage on the Hart Highway “Lucien’s Auto Service”. Sons, Gregory, Richard and Michael all apprenticed under him and worked in the thriving family business.
Many members of Lucien’s family and extended family followed him to Prince George from Saskatchewan over the years for employment opportunities. There were many friends and family visiting them in their home on Perrin Rd., and then their final home of 40 years on Driftwood Rd.
Lucien belonged to the Hart Highway Volunteer Fire Department for many years and made many good friends there. He and Katie also enjoyed curling in a mixed curling league.
Lucien kept busy during retirement maintaining a beautiful lawn and garden. In the winter he had one of the few driveways that was snow blown and cleaned to ice free blacktop--a feat for sure in Prince George. Lucien and Katie enjoyed travelling to visit friends and family from B.C. to Saskatchewan as well as yearly camping and fishing to Kitimat and the Babine. Yearly trips to the Okanagan in the late summer and fall for fresh fruit and vegetables for canning were also enjoyed.
Lucien was a loving, supportive husband to Katie for over 70 years as well as a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He will be greatly missed by us all.
Rest in peace Dad and happy fishing. We love you.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Gateway, Optimum Home Care and the Palliative Care Team for their kind care of our Dad. Thank you also to the B.C. Ambulance Service for their care and compassion in his final hour.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Prince George Hospice House, the Canadian Diabetes Association or the B.C. Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Condolences may be offered at www.AssmansFuneralChapel.com
REMEMBRANCES
CHAD EGAN MILLER
May 27, 1965October 24, 2023
Chad passed away at the age of 58 years. He is survived by his three brothers; Bruce (Brenda), Gordon (Cindy) and Albert, six sisters; April Bennett, Debbie Miller, Charleen Miller (Leonard), Brenda (Sean), Peggy (Carla), Wanda (Melvin). Chad will be remembered by his numerous nieces and nephews and other family members. Predeceased by his parents Amos & Violet Miller and brother Amos Jr. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday November 23, 2023 at 11:00 am at Assman’s Funeral Chapel. A gathering following the service will take place at the Elks Hall 663 Douglas Street at 2:00pm.
Georgina May Ward (nee Henry)
1933-2023
Georgina passed away Nov. 6th 2023 at the age of 89, surrounded by her loving family.
Georgina loved spending time at the lake, as well as playing cards with family & friends. She was famous for her pickled carrots and nuts n’ bolts.
Georgina will be sadly missed by her daughter Debbie (Pat), son Merle (Tammy), grandchildren Aaron (Tonia), Kylee (Corey), Cory (Brettney) and great grandchildren Emma and Jackson.
A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
Gerard
Bros
1943-2023
Gerard Hendrik Bros passed away on November 11, 2023 in Chilliwack at 80 years of age. He was born on October 13, 1943 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
Gerry is survived by his loving wife Rose, his children Tom, Rick, Angela and their partners; his stepchildren Kent, Sheldon, Josh and their partners; his nine grandchildren and four great- grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his parents Adriaan Abraham Bros and Antonia Cornelia Van Toorn, and his four siblings of the Netherlands.
A celebration of life for Gerry will be held Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium, 45901 Victoria Ave, Chilliwack, BC V2P2S9.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hendersonsfunerals.com for the Bros family.
Ingrid David (nee Mueller)
1942-2023
Ingrid David (nee Mueller) born April 7, 1942 died peacefully with family at her side on Nov. 13, 2023 in Prince George, BC. She was an active participant in many groups/agencies in Prince George including the Brain Injured Society, Senior Centres, and Sorority. Over the years, she enjoyed recreational activities like floor curling, lawn bowling, dancing, creative projects like cross stitching, and paper tolling. She loved her family and friends. She leaves her loving husband Fred, daughters Michele and Eleonore (Cliff Lennard), sisters Dolly Hocher (Peter) and Renate Green (Ed) along with multiple nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed! A service in Prince George will be held on Nov. 29th, 2023 at 2 pm at Assman’s Funeral Chapel. Following the service refreshments will be served at the Elder Citizens Recreation Association 1692 10th Ave. A service and interment in Tomslake is still to be determined. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Brain Injured Society or Hospice House Society both in Prince George.
Christina “Betty” Elizabeth Smyth of Summerland, BC, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2023, at Moog and Friends Hospice House in Penticton. Betty will be sadly missed by her loving and devoted daughters: Christie (Dale) Young, Cindy (Claude) Bradley, and Julie (Dave) Quartly; her grandchildren: Rob Bradley, Hannah Young, Shaylin and Aidan Quartly; her brother Bill (Jane) MacEwan, and many dear family, friends, and fellow dragon boat paddlers. Paddles up! She was predeceased by her husband, Tom Smyth.
To leave condolences, please visit providencefuneralhomes.com.
Norman Francis Grove
November 14, 1934November 14, 2023
Norman Francis Grove was born on November 14, 1934 in Montreal, Quebec. He passed away peacefully on November 14, 2023. He is survived by his wife Heather, son Wayne (Alison), Cari Howe, Michael Henning, grandchildren Nicole (Mike), David, Luke Howe (Leah), two great grandchildren Blair and Scottie and numerous other family members. Norman was predeceased by his mother Kay Wood, sons Roderick and Steven.
Norm served his country for twenty years in the Navy. He was an avid outdoorsman whose passion was hunting, guiding, trapping and fishing. Norm and Heather built and operated Tatuk Lake Resort where they lived happily for many years.
A celebration of Norm’s life will be held on November 28, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 1116-6th Avenue, Prince George. Light refreshments will be served.
Condolences may be offered at www.AssmansFuneralChapel.com
One Final Gift
Scatter me not to restless winds, Nor toss my ashes to the sea. Remember now those years gone by When loving gifts I gave to thee.
Remember now the happy times The family ties we shared. Don’t leave my resting place unmarked As though you never cared.
Deny me not one final gift For all who come to see A single lasting proof that says I loved... & you loved me.
by DJ Kramer
Christina “Betty” Smyth
Grace “Shelby” Cooke 1937-2023
Shelby passed peacefully October 31, Tuesday morning.
Her husband Barry, with my brothers and I, thank all who attended mom’s memorial at the chapel. To all who could not attend, we are honored having your share momma’s memory.
Thank you mom for our childhood years in Peden Hill, a special thought to all Shelby’s friends and colleagues from Peden Hill School.
Extended memories will be posted on the Prince George Funeral Service website.
Edward Ventress
January 24th, 1944 to November 8th, 2023
Ed passed away at UHNBC on November 8th, 2023 at the age of 79. He is survived by his wife Carol, son Duane (Hilda), daughters Kate and Shari (Terry); grandchildren Kyle (Diedre), Kristen (Chris), Shona (Steve), Justin (Mary), and Taylor; great-grandsons Leonidas, Thanos, Jaxon, Nico, and Tyson; siblings Carole, Audrey (John), Robert, and Lorne; and Carol’s sons Terry (Cyndi) and Greg. Ed was predeceased by his parents Aldwin and Madeline and his brother Raymond. Ed loved country music and could often be seen playing his guitar and singing. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting.
The family would like to thank Drs. Bartell, Dubois, and Wankling as well as the nursing staff at UHNBC.
At Ed’s request, there will be no service.
REMEMBRANCES
Jim (James Warner) Cryderman
Jan 16, 1960September 7, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, son, father, grandfather, and great friend to many Jim (James Warner) Cryderman. Born in Surrey, BC to parents Jim and Jean Cryderman. He was surpassed by his father Jim in 2018. He will be sadly missed by his daughter Candice (Dale), grandchildren Nyesha, Kailynn, Blake and Aiden, Brothers Gord, and Rod (Anita), many nephews, nieces, and great friends.
Jim grew up in Prince George from 1972 on after the family relocated from Surrey, BC. He attended and graduated from Dutch’s Park Secondary school. He furthered his career by attending postsecondary in Vancouver. He loved his quaint residence in Barriere, living among the forests, away from the city life, a quiet and peaceful existence. Occasionally, making the odd alternate friend, Monty the territorial grouse, who would insist on Jim taking a different route on his daily walks through the property. Monty not being shy, sometimes lunging to show his annoyance with Jim on his pathway.
Jim was loved by many friends and acquaintances. He was a Massage Therapist, practicing and living mainly in Barriere, BC, and Prince George. He touched many, as the saying goes, not with just hands, but with his huge heart and passion for the love of others. He was always willing to help you heal physically and mentally. Jim was also passionate about tai chai, learning and teaching others along the way.
Jim’s final journey ended way too soon. He was passionately cared for by the VGH hospital staff and Candace Ford who was by his side every step of the way along with Candice his daughter, and many great friends who stopped to say hello/goodbye. We cannot thank everyone enough for the great support and love Jim was given. Jim was pretty taken by how much love he felt and was finally able to accept without prejudice.
A memorial was held at Candice’s & Dale’s house with many families and friends attending. Stories were re-lived, great friends coming together for one last time. Kailynn sang a song for grandpa, and Curtis played his guitar.
Until we meet again Jim!
BERG (nee WILKIE), Lynne Dianne September 8, 1943 - October 22, 2023
The price to be paid for the joy received from sharing the life of such a wonderful person is the giant hole that is left in our hearts. Lynne passed away peacefully in Penticton Hospital with her beloved brother and adoring nieces by her side.
Lynne was born in Kamloops, BC, on September 8, 1943, to Mary (Kay) (nee Ferguson) and Art Wilkie. In her youth she moved with her family to Dawson Creek, where she gave birth to her daughter Tammy in 1960. She then met the love of her life, Larry, and they had a son, Larry Jr. (Babe), in 1966. The family moved to Prince George in 1966, where they lived in an apartment building down the hall from her big brother Don, and his wife, and Lynne’s best friend, Vi. Lynne worked for many years as a cashier for Overwaitea and Shoppers Food Mart. These years were also spent as a hockey fan, cheering on Larry, Don and her brother Dennis at the Coliseum as part of the Mohawks family. The memories created over this time were some of her fondest, and she shared many great stories of the antics that occurred on and off the ice.
Lynne lost Larry tragically in 1990 and decided it was time to make a change, so in 1991 she moved to Penticton. This next phase of her life was spent here, where she became the all-knowing matriarch of the Kirkland Apartments. Nothing went on in and around the building without her overseeing it. Many summers were spent on Okanagan and Skaha Lakes with Don and Vi, their daughters and their families (not to mention the many visitors that joined over the years). She will forever be known as "diving board" for the hours she spent in the lake with Justin and Jody. Her apartment was adorned with pictures of family and friends, and we all enjoyed the walk down memory lane that this provided. Breanna and Alaina will always remember the hours spent "sorting beads" in Auntie Lynne’s apartment. We will all remember her love of huskies, bucket hats, her signature "haircut," colourful crocs and that beautiful smile. We lovingly referred to her as Disneyland as being a part of her life was truly the happiest place on earth.
Lynne will forever be remembered and adored by her brother Dennis Bergeron, her nieces, Laurie Hannon and Tracie Skelly, great nephews Justin (Samantha) and Jody Hannon, great nieces Breanna and Alaina Skelly, greatgreat niece Charlotte and son Larry. Lynne was predeceased by her parents, her husband Larry, her brother and sister-in-law, Don and Vi Wilkie, and her daughter Tammy.
As per her wishes, there will be no service. In memory of Lynne donations may be made to your local SPCA.
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Each 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 said that you were mine, That I could keep you always –Only borrowed for a time.
Now, He’s called you home, I’m sad and shed tears. Yet I’m glad He loaned you to me And we had these many years.
the more you GIVE
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.
Teresa Piercey-Gates
Lyndon Halkirk Barnes 1928-2023
On November 11, 2023 Lyndon Halkirk Barnes passed away. His Loving wife Roberta of 71 years at his side. The recent loss of his daughter Simone Barnes Towner on November 1st, 2023 had a profound effect on him that led to his admittance into hospice. He was born in Trochu, Alberta to Ernest and Thelma Barnes on October 22, 1928. He spent his youth on the Family farm in Huxley Alta. Often telling the story of riding his horse Blizzard over the fields to the one room SchoolHouse. He attended the Chicago Vocational Training Corp. where he received his diploma in General Welding, both Gas & Electric. He held a variety of jobs in his early days including working at a Goldmine in Yellowknife but was hesitant to spend the winter there so he moved to Vancouver where he met his future wife Roberta and they were married in January 1952. This led to more adventures including working as an Engineer on a BC Forest Service boat while living on Sonora Island. Eventually joining Transmountain Pipeline at which time his dream career began. He retired from Western Pacific Pipeline in Prince George in 1993.
He joined the Masonic Lodge in Quesnel, BC in 1965 and he was an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star. During his retirement he enjoyed travelling through Canada and the United States in his 5th Wheel Trailer. He also spent many hours in his woodworking shop building replicas of Barns, Grain Elevators, Birdhouses, Farm houses, and Foot stools.
Lyndy was predeceased by his daughter Simone, his brothers Billy and Jim and his sister Cicely. He is survived by his wife Roberta, his daughter Robin (Ralph) Wright, his son Drew (Lisette) Barnes, grandchildren Frank and Alexis Wright, Tyler (Sarah) Barnes, Robert and Emily Barnes, Jesse, Kyle (Kirsty), Emmett, and Elliot Towner, Rebecca (Phillip) Hopps. Great Grand Children Isaac and Eva Wright, Alexis, Emily, Ariya, and Lyndon Barnes, Lilyana, Connor and Riley Hopps, Findley, Maclan and Loch Towner. We would like to express our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to Drs.Syal and Grobbelaar.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers we ask that you please donate to the Prince George Hospice House.
Condolences may be offered at www.AssmansFuneralChapel.com
REMEMBRANCES
Jaliyl Ayani Pinnock
With shattered hearts, the family of Jaliyl Ayani Pinnock of Cherry Grove, AB is deeply saddened to announce his unexpected passing on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at the age of 32 years.
Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of loving and cherished memories, his fiancé and best friend of 6 years; Julie Ann Gourlay of Cherry Grove, AB; parents: Howard & Margaret Pinnock of Cold Lake, AB; brother: Tijan Pinnock of Edmonton, AB; aunts & uncles: Marjorie Ramel of Georgia, USA, Victor Livingston, California, USA, Yvonne Finn of Toronto, ON, Hyacinth (Fauna) Samuel of Toronto, ON, Andrea Berry of Campbellford, ON, Steve Pinnock of Aurora, ON; parents-in-law: Paul & Barbara Gourlay of Yellowknife, NT; sisters-in-law; Joyce Gourlay (Travis Kamitomo) of Yellowknife, NT, Freyja (Jim) Turner of Vancouver, BC; brother-in-law: Ben (Katelyn) Gourlay of Calgary, AB; Julie’s aunt: Sylvia Andrejek of Millet, AB; beloved puppies: Clover & Daisy; as well as many friends and family from Salmon Arm, Fort McMurray, Prince George, Kamloops, Vancouver, Peace River, Toronto, Jamaica and the USA.
Jaliyl was predeceased by his grandparents: Clarence & Sylvia Livingston, Burchell & Olga Pinnock; uncle: Patrick Livingston.
Celebration of Life, Friday, November 24, 2023 at 11:00 a.m., Cherry Grove Community Centre, Cherry Grove, AB. Those wishing to view Jaliyl’s Celebration of Life online may do so by watching the livestream on Memento’s website. A recording of the service will also be made available.
Memorial tributes in memory of Jaliyl may be sent to the Lakeland Humane Society, PO Box 202, Cold Lake, AB, T9M 1P1 or the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 710-10123 99 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 3H1.
Please visit our website at www.mementofuneralchapel.com to view online obituary and send condolences. ARRANGEMENTS WERE IN CARE OF MEMENTO FUNERAL CHAPEL, COLD LAKE, BONNYVILLE AND ST. PAUL (780) 639-3113.
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REMEMBRANCES Obituaries
Milica (Grammas) Stankovic
Oct. 21, 1939 - Nov. 13, 2023
God gained another angel.
Milica was born in former Yugoslavia. Her parents were killed in WWII and at the age of 4, she and her older brother Zarko became orphans.
Milica was adopted by a wonderful, loving, caring couple. Her brother was adopted by another couple. He ended up living and dying in Sweden a few years ago.
Milica learned many things from her adopted parents. The most important were being kind, caring and helpful to others which became the foundation of her soul.
Eventually Milica met Mirko and she gave birth to two sons in Yugoslavia (Danny & David). Mirko ended up by himself in Canada and when the time was right, Milica and her sons travelled to Canada to join him in 1963.
In 1966, Milica gave birth to her daughter (Diane) in Stratford, Ontario. We lived there until we moved to Prince George in 1976 and this has been home ever since.
She was the best cook ever and made the most wonderful European dishes. She put love into everything she did.
The things she loved most in life were her family, friends, animals and nature.
She was diagnosed with breast cancer in June 2021 and had kept her head up ever since. Unfortunately, the time came to say good-bye. She is predeceased by her husband Mirko, son Danny and daughter Diane. She is survived by her son David (Angela), grandkids Milissa, Samantha and Jordan and by great grandkids Marley and Damian. Many thanks to Northern Health, BC Cancer Centre For the North, the caring crew of Rapid Mobilization, the Canadian Red Cross and the Rotary Hospice House for helping us keep her here as long as possible. There will be no service. In lieu of flowers, it would make her happy if you donated to the S.P.C.A.
Gonna miss you big time Grammas.
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The Little Unicorn
There lived a little unicorn
(From when the earth was new), His coat so white it glistened, His eyes a sparkling blue.
In innocence and beauty, He danced through woods and streams. The animals danced with him, His heart aglow with dreams.
He laughed and played with rainbows, So happy all day through, He loved to kiss the flowers
As their petals shone with dew.
He wandered through the meadows
In the moon’s soft, silver light. He loved to gaze at all the stars That lightened up the night.
He listened to the music Of the birds that graced the trees. He frolicked with the butterflies And raced the gentle breeze.
by Peggy Kociscin, Albuquerque, New Mexico
But, as he grew and learned of life, The sparkle in his eye Grew misty as he realized Just what it means to cry.
He learned that there are shadows In spite of shining sun.
The more he grew, he found that life Was never always fun.
For now he’d learn of feelings That come from deep within; No longer in the “dream world” Where (for so long) he’d been.
His gentle heart desired But to know the pleasure of To give and to receive The very precious gift of love.
To love meant to be happy, And yet it also brought him pain; For those he loved could hurt him Again.. and yet again.
His mother held him lovingly And tried to ease his fears About the sadness life could bring... The lonely, bitter tears.
She said, “Life is like a mountain, (And surely this is true) That we must climb as best we can. There’s no ‘around or ‘through.’”
The unicorn tried tirelessly, And gave the climb his best; But he felt it was not good enough, He felt he’d failed the test.
He could not understand it When he felt himself rejected –When all his gentle being asked Was but to be accepted.
All this was just too much for him, He knew not what to do. That he was special as himself, Somehow, he never knew.
His spirit crushed, he felt defeated, And lonely tears would start. Not understanding how to love, It simply broke his heart.
But now he’s in a loving place Where all his pain has ceased, Where all accepted him and his love, Where all he knows is peace.
A loving Being tells him, “You’re delightful as you are.” His spirit free, his brilliance now Outshines the brightest star!
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Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a Sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes.
PUZZLE ANSWERS ON SEPARATE PAGE
1. Nocturnal S. American rodent
Requesting
Give temporarily
Happiness
Military branch
-__, denotes past
Middle Eastern city
Air hostesses
Partner to Pa
Colorless fluid part of blood
Of a main artery
Confirms a point
Not the leader
__ Lang (country singer)
Adults need one
Nests of pheasants
Antelopes
One quintillion bytes (abbr.)
Valley in the Osh Region
“To __ his own”
Absence of difficulty
Notice announcing
marriage read
in church
Impact
Percussion instrument 26. Popular computers 27. Decrease light
Trims by cutting
Military member
A French river
Japanese threestringed lute
Type of cat
Cools your home
40. Member of prehistoric people in Mexico
Messenger ribonucleic acid 44. Musician Clapton
Greek sophist
Largest English dictionary (abbr.) 50. Narrow valley
A way to disentangle
Indicates not an issue (abbr.)
Political action
Tasty snack
Part of a quadruped
Locate
Pitching statistic
Of I
City in Utah
Football players in the trenches
Hammer is one
A “nightmarish” street
Performers
Slang for cut or scrape
54. Recommending
Genus of legumes 58. Friend to Larry and Curly 59. Off-Broadway theater award 60. Fencers 63. Small Eurasian deer 64. Denoting passerine birds 65. Separate by category
More breathable 48. Most slick
Provokes
Home to college’s Flyers
Sodium
Large fish of mackerel family 55. Zero 57. __ and behold
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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTIFICATION DU PUBLIC
PROPOSED ROGERS
72 METER WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS GUYED TOWER INSTALLATION
The proposed installation is composed of a 72-meter telecommunications guyed tower, including the antennas and a lightning rod
Coordinates: N53.82173 , W -122.65308
Location: 11700 Old Cariboo Hwy
Prince George, BC
PID: 009-326-936
Objective: To improve wireless coverage along the Cariboo Highway and communities of Buckhorn and Pineview and meet rising demands and needs for wireless services.
Details: An equipment shelter will also be installed at the base of the proposed tower and the tower and equipment compound and the tower base will be surrounded by a security fence with a locked gated access point
The public is invited to provide written comments by end of business day 17:00 PDT December 15, 2023, to the contact information shown below Please include a return address Le public est invité à fournir des commentaires écrits avant la fin du jour ouvrable 17 :00 PDT 15 décembre 2023, aux coordonnées indiquées ci-dessous Veuillez inclure une adresse de retour
Tower Installation Project
Projet d’installation d’une tour de télecommunication
Reference/Référence: W3057 Pineview
Rogers Communications Inc.
C/O Core One Consulting Ltd.
229 – 18525 53rd Ave
Surrey, BC V3S 7A4
Email: comments@coreoneconsultants.com
Please Reference W3057 Pineview in the Subject Line/ SVP veuillez faire référence au W3057 Pineview dans la ligne d’objet
ROGERS PROPOSE
L’INSTALLATION D’UNE TOUR HAUBANÉE DE 72 MÈTRES POUR TÉLÉCOMMUNICATIONS SANS FIL
L’installation proposée est pour une tour haubanée de télécommunications de 72 mètres, incluant les antennes et un paratonnerre
Coordonnées: N53.82173 , W -122.65308
Lieu: 11700 Old Cariboo Hwy
Prince George, CB PID: 009-326-936
Objectif: Améliorer la couverture sans fil le long de la route de Cariboo et dans les secteurs de Buckhorn et de Pineview pour répondre à la demande croissante et besoins de services sans fil.
Détails: Un abri d’équipement sera également installé à la base de la tour proposée et l’abri et la base de la tour seront entourés d’une clôture de sécurité avec un point d’accès verrouillé.
Site Location Map/ Carte de localisation du site
necessarily accepted. Viewing and bids may be submitted to 1360 Foley Cres, Prince George, BC. (250) 564-8444.
HOMES
3 bad habits that will amp up your energy bills
Many homeowners are surprised to learn how much energy their electronic devices use. If you’re looking for ways to conserve energy and spend less on your utility bills, here are three habits that you should break immediately.
1. ON GAMING consoles. Video game consoles use 30 to 45 per cent more power than televisions. In addition, running one high-definition gaming console requires the equivalent amount of energy as running 10 Blu-Ray devices. You’re better off using your console for nothing but gaming.
2. LEAVING YOUR ELECTRONICS
PLUGGED IN ALL THE TIME. This is a common habit, but did you know that many electronic devices use up to 40 per cent of the energy required for their functioning, even when they’re turned off?
Unplugging your toaster and coffee maker after breakfast and removing chargers from outlets once devices are charged will help you conserve energy.
3. NOT THINKING THROUGH PURCHASES. Laser printers use nearly twice as much power as inkjet versions. Before buying one, ask yourself if the increase in energy
consumption over traditional models is worth it.
Similarly, a 55-inch flat-screen TV uses twice as much energy as a 32-inch model. Consider whether the upgrade in size is worth it.
The bottom line is that you should evaluate your needs and make purchasing decisions accordingly. In sum, to save energy at home you should evaluate what electronics you use and how you use them. Doing so will allow you to save on your utility bills and may even extend the lifespan of your devices.
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Tips for buying energyefficient appliances
In addition to being eco-friendly, energyefficient appliances can save you money on your utility bills. Here are some tips for choosing the best energy-efficient appliances for your home.
LOOK AT THE LABELS
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Size is also an important factor when buying refrigerators, washers, dryers, furnaces and boilers.
MAKE A “SMART” PURCHASE
Smart appliances are products you can sync up with a smart phone or home energy management system. This provides you with greater control over the way the appliance operates as well as real-time data about its energy usage.
Why you should buy a hygrometer
The humidity level in your house can have a significant effect on your well-being. If there isn’t enough moisture in the air, you may develop dry skin, a scratchy throat and chronic nose bleeds. Excess moisture is also problematic as it can lead to water damage and mould growth.
While condensation on the windows and other issues can be signs that the humidity level in your home is less than ideal, the most reliable way to assess the amount of moisture in the air is to use a hygrometer.
HOW IT WORKS
A hygrometer is an affordable, user-friendly instrument that measures relative humidity, which is the amount of water vapour in the air expressed as a percentage. Since this device is
hand-held, you can easily monitor the humidity level in each room of your home.
Ideally, the humidity level throughout your home should be between 30 and 50 per cent.
To avoid inaccurate results, don’t use the hygrometer near a heat source. If the humidity level in one or several rooms isn’t optimal, here are a few ways to add or remove moisture from the air:
• Install a humidifier or dehumidifier
• Ensure your windows and doors are well-sealed
• Install ceiling exhaust fans
• Open a window
• Avoid air-drying laundry indoors
To purchase a hygrometer, simply visit any hardware or big-box store in your area.
Most large appliances sold in Canada are required to have a black-and-white EnerGuide label. This sticker displays the appliance’s annual energy consumption and indicates how it performs relative to other models in its class. Always consult the EnerGuide label to learn more about the appliance before you buy it.
You should also look for the Energy Star logo, which indicates that the product meets strict standards for energy efficiency.
CONSIDER THE SIZE
It’s often important to determine what size you need your appliances to be, especially when it comes to HVAC systems. If your unit is too small for your house, it will operate at peak capacity for long periods of time, which isn’t energy efficient. An oversized appliance isn’t ideal either, as it costs more up front and is more expensive to
In addition, many smart appliances, such as refrigerators, laundry machines and HVAC systems, can be programmed to operate when electricity rates are lowest, saving you money.
Finally, once you’ve selected your new appliance, make sure to get it installed by the right professional. A faulty installation can impede your appliance’s energy efficiency and even cause it to break down.
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4 reasons you should insulate your attic ASAP
If the insulation in your attic is sparse, worn out or needs to be replaced, it’s best to take action as soon as possible. Here’s why you shouldn’t delay in starting this essential home repair.
1. TO AVOID PAYING MORE FOR YOUR ENERGY BILLS
Insufficient insulation makes your home less energy efficient, which means you’ll pay more for utilities. Additionally, your HVAC system has to work harder to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature. This shortens its lifespan and leads to more frequent repairs.
2. TO AVOID GETTING COLD
In winter, heat loss caused by inadequate insulation can contribute to the formation of ice dams on your roof. These ice buildups can damage your roof and pose a hazard to people walking nearby.
3. TO AVOID IMPAIRING YOUR HOME AND HEALTH
A poorly insulated attic is more at risk of water leaks, which could lead to mould growth, wood rot and other damage. This can compromise both your health and the structural integrity of your home.
4. TO AVOID PEST INFILTRATIONS
A lack of sealed insulation makes it easier for small creatures to infiltrate your attic, where they might procreate, chew electrical wires and cause other costly damage.
In addition to preventing costly repairs and other problems, keep in mind that you may be eligible for a considerable tax credit if you add insulation to your home. This is because it’s an environmentally friendly repair that can improve the energy efficiency of your home.
ATTIC INSULATION MATERIALS
Before you add insulation to your attic, you’ll need to select a material that suits your needs and budget. Here are a few options and their benefits:
• Cellulose. It’s all-natural, made from recycled materials and offers high thermal resistance.
• Fibreglass. It’s affordable, easy to install and provides excellent thermal performance.
• Hemp. It’s a renewable material that’s easy to install and resistant to rodents and other pests.
• Expanded cork. It’s biodegradable, resistant to water and air leaks and boasts superior thermal and acoustic insulation.
• Mineral wool. It’s durable, offers acoustic insulation and is fire and moisture resistant. While some types of insulation are easier to install than others, it’s always best to hire a professional to ensure your
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