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Man jailed for raping unconscious teen TOM SUMMER

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

A Prince George man was sentenced to one year in jail last fall, after pleading guilty to one count of sexual interference in connection to an assault which took place on Aug. 20, 2020.

Craig Bogh was 22 at the time of the offence, and admitted he raped an unconscious 15-year old near a children’s park after meeting with three teenage girls at a soccer field near a secondary school. The group had consumed alcohol, including cider and vodka, noted a Sept. 27, 2023 ruling.

The victim became “grossly intoxicated and passed out”, and Bogh proceeded to remove their pants and underwear, having sex with them in the soccer field in view of a children’s park, the ruling further explained.

Police were called to the scene by a grandmother at the park, who was with her husband and grandchildren.

Bogh only stopped the assault of the “lifeless” victim when police arrived.

“Her companions were extremely intoxicated, crying, and unable to speak. They appeared to be in distress and kept asking the police for help,” added the ruling.

It’s also noted Bogh has significant mental and social deficits that likely impeded his decision-making, due to a

genetic condition called Cri-du-chat syndrome. The rare genetic disorder is caused by missing pieces on a particular chromosome, and is characterized by intellectual disability and delayed development.

A psychological assessment was performed on Bogh when he was 17, placing his social skills in the 10 to 12-year-old age range, but his full-scale IQ was over 70.

Bogh did not a qualify for an intellectual disability, but it’s noted he wasn’t employed due to mental health disabilities, and was known to abuse alcohol and cannabis.

While expert testimony was provided on Bogh’s mental state and capacity as impacted by his deficits, the ruling also notes Bogh acknowledged that he knew it was wrong to have sex with the victim when she was unconscious.

“Even if Mr. Bogh’s cognitive and social deficits impaired his ability to accurately assess the victim’s age, her social cues, or whether or not she was too intoxicated to consent, he either knew or was wilfully blind to the fact she was not awake when he was having intercourse with her,” wrote Malfair.

Bogh’s Indigenous ancestry was also considered during proceedings, his father was a member of the Tse’khene Nation near McLeod Lake, and his paternal grandparents attended residential school and struggled with alcohol. Bogh was raised off-reserve by his maternal

grandparents, who are Caucasian.

“He is separated from his Indigenous culture and expresses no interest in learning about his heritage or participating in culturally based programming,” wrote Malfair.

However, there were many aggravating factors, wrote Malfair, and the harm to the victim was significant.

“The victim was a child. The victim was a vulnerable Indigenous female. The victim was ill at the time at the time of the rape, ultimately requiring overnight hospital treatment. Instead of seeking medical attention or trying to rouse the victim, Mr. Bogh took advantage of her incapacity to rape her,” she noted.

“The offence was especially degrading involving the rape of the victim in a public place in view of members of the public. The rape of a vulnerable unconscious victim is demeaning and dehumanizing, reducing that human being to little more than an object to be used as a tool for sexual gratification,” continued Malfair.

“Bogh raped the victim near a playground where children were playing in full view of its occupants and, in doing so, spread the horrifying impact of this offence to other members of the community,” she concluded.

In addition to the one-year jail sentence, Bogh will serve three years of probation and has been registered as a sex offender.

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Senior, 93, wins local history award CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

Winners of the 2024 Jeanne Clarke Local History Awards were announced at a gathering at the main branch of the Prince George Public Library that saw more than 100 people in attendance.

The Service Award was bestowed to Clarence Boudreau, 93, for promoting and preserving local history, and the Publication Award went to Katherine Palmer Gordon who was honoured for her book This Place Is Who We Are: Stories of Indigenous Leadership, Resilience, and Connection to Their Homelands.

Boudreau was recognized for his contributions to preserving and promoting local history. He is an author and musician (aka Penny Slim) who has written multiple books on the history of Northern BC. Clarence was nominated for a Jeanne Clarke Publication Award in 2023 for his book I Hear the Mountains Calling, a memoir of his life in the community of Penny, BC, where he was born and spent the first 80 years of his life.

He and his wife Olga won the 1996 Jeanne Clarke Publication Award for their book A Penny for Your Thoughts.

Boudreau is a born storyteller who shares the history of Northern BC not only as an author, but also through his original songs, including a song about the Northern

Hardware Canoe Race and a song about the 2018 wildfires, which he performed in front of 750 people at the Ancient Forest/Chun T’oh Whudujut Celebration in September of 2018. Boudreau’s mark on local history comes naturally from a life full of lived experiences.

Palmer Gordon’s book is a collection of ten inspiring CLARENCE BOUDREAU stories. Xaayda voices explain how their Rediscovery camps are healing and empowering their youth; Dzawada’enuxw Hereditary Chief Maxwiyalidizi K’odi Nelson shares the story of building a healing centre and ecolodge; Wei Wai Kum Chief Christopher Roberts describes the challenges and opportunities for an urban First Nation looking to prosper while protecting the environment and ancient Ligiłdax history and living cultural values; and other inspiring Indigenous leaders share their own experiences of growth, strength and reconnection.

Eight publications were shortlisted and showcased for this year’s Publication Award:

Artist’s sketches : a history of the forest industry in Prince George and area by Larry Merritt Berries, baseball & baskets : collection of memories by Shirley May Gratton Kechika chronicler : William Freer’s Northern BC and Yukon diaries, 1942-1978 edited by Jay Sherwood Prince George history : an artist’s view by Larry Merritt Talking to the story keepers : tales from the Chilcotin Plateau by Sage Birchwater The notorious Georges : crime and community in British Columbia’s northern interior, 1905–25 by Jonathan Swainger The secret pocket by Peggy Janicki and illustrated by Carrielynn Victor This place is who we are : stories of Indigenous leadership, resilience, and connection to their homelands by Katherine Palmer Gordon.

The objective of the Jeanne Clarke Local History Award is to increase interest in local history, to publicize the library’s role in preserving and promoting local history, and to recognize individuals and groups for their efforts in local history. Local history is broadly defined to include all of Northern B.C. so historical work with a regional focus is eligible for recognition.

For more information on the Jeanne Clarke Awards visit www.pgpl.ca/content/local-history.

Prince George to Glenannan Transmission Project Open Houses We’re bringing more clean, reliable electricity to the North Coast to support customers who want to switch from fossil fuels to clean electricity.

To support electrification, we’re planning to build new 500kV transmission infrastructure from Prince George to Terrace through the Prince George to Glenannan (PGGT) and Glenannan to Terrace (GTTT) transmission projects.

Please join us at an Open House any time from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. for an update on PGGT and other North Coast Electrification initiatives and to share feedback: Prince George Monday, March 11 Sandman Signature Hotel Great Room 2990 Recplace Drive

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If you have questions or comments, please contact us at 1 866 647 3334 or at projects@bchydro.com. Information about the GTTT open houses available on the North Coast Electrification website at www.bchydro.com/ncelectrification.

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Man denied return of guns following seizure TOM SUMMER

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Firearms that were seized by RCMP will not be returned to Benjamin James Jackson, a member of the McLeod Lake Indian Band, but his hunting licence will.

An appeal from Jackson was sought for the return of the 12 weapons, after he was arrested and released by RCMP on March 19, 2023 on an undertaking relating to an allegation that he uttered or conveyed a threat to injure an animal.

The firearms and one possession and acquisition licence (PAL) were seized by police from Jackson’s residence, and he submitted that the RCMP failed to make an application to extend the detention order and that there were no proceedings where the seized items would be required.

The RCMP filed applied for the detention of the seized items on Apr. 24, 2023.

On Apr. 26, 2023, a Justice of the Peace ordered the seized items be detained “for a period of three months from the date of seizure, unless...proceedings are instituted in which the thing(s) detained may be required,” noted a January 29, 2024, provincial court ruling.

Jackson also filed an affidavit explaining that he uses firearms for sustenance hunting of game and fowl for himself, his family, and community members, in addition to volunteering time to mentor youth with cultural activities, which includes hunting and preparing game.

Letters of support were attached to the affidavit from his mother, Doris Jackson, his father Bruce Jackson and Band Chief Harley Chingee, all emphasizing the community’s reliance on Jackson’s hunting skills in providing food and for ensuring the continuance of cultural activities.

In the ruling, Justice Michael J. Brecknell said he was disappointed that an arrangement wasn’t made to allow a ‘duly licenced’ third party to keep some or all the seized weapons, who could release them to Jackson as needed for both sustenance and cultural activities.

“I am disappointed that Mr. Jackson’s obvious hunting expertise will not be available to provide for himself, his family and his community. This decision will also interfere with an important part of Mr. Jackson’s cultural activities; something the Crown made clear in its submissions it considered to be of little or no importance,” wrote Brecknell.

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criminal code, and was not persuaded by Jackson that the items wouldn’t be needed for trial, which is scheduled for May 17 in Mackenzie.

Jackson remains charged with uttering threats to kill an animal or bird, with a verdict to be delivered after the trial.

“If he did utter a threat as alleged did he have the means to carry out the threat by utilizing one of the seized firearms,” wrote Brecknell.

“The seized items may not be firearms. In order to determine that they may need to be forensically examined by an expert qualified in that area,” the judge added.

There may also need to be evidence that establishes whether Jackson owned the firearms and if he was legally permitted to possess them at the time, Brecknell explained.

However, Jackson’s licence will be returned, Brecknell wrote in the ruling, as the licence is necessary documentation for potentially being able to hunt under a release order.

“The immediate return of those documents is required so that in the event he is in possession of any firearm under a release order he will not have any issues with an RCMP member or a Conservation Officer who may stop him,” the judge noted.

Rental caution urged Prince George RCMP are warning people with short-term rentals to be cautious when accepting clients as the legislation in B.C. changes this spring.

“We have had instances over the last six to eight months where landlords with short term rentals have found their clients to be involved in criminal gang activity,” Cpl. Jennifer Cooper, Media

Relations Officer for the Prince George RCMP, said.

“It becomes difficult for the landlord to evict these types of clients off the property once they are already in the home and either stay past their contract date or are found to be in violation of the rental terms. The resolution usually requires police involvement at that point.”

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Shawna and Jason Eberle are over the moon after discovering they won a $500,000 Extra prize from the February 15 Daily Grand draw.

Shawna purchased and checked the pair’s ticket at Save-On-Foods on Austin Road West in Prince George and Jason was in the car at the time Shawna discovered the news of the win.

“I checked the ticket with the retailer and I couldn’t believe it,” Shawna recalled of the moment the retailer told her the ticket was a winner. “She [the retailer] was so happy. She took a photo of the screen with my phone and then asked me to take a photo with her phone too!”

It didn’t take long for other people shopping in the store to notice the excitement of the big win.

“Everyone was cheering and congratulating us. Everyone was pretty excited,” said Shawna.

As for how Jason reacted when Shawna texted him a photo of the win?

“I didn’t really know how to react, but I thought she was probably passed out on the floor from shock,” Jason recalled with a laugh.

The Prince George residents plan to celebrate their win during a ski weekend at Sun Peaks with family and friends and also look forward to planning a future trip to Machu Picchu.

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North-central BC court docket TOM SUMMER

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Prince George Law Courts Lenard Charles Chambers (born 1958) was fined $300, handed a one-year driving ban, and assessed a $45 victim surcharge for driving with a suspended licence.

Jake Toby Patrick (born 1994) was sentenced to 65 days in jail and handed one year of probation for assault.

Quentin Tyler John (born 1986) was handed 15 months of probation for breaching a release order, theft $5,000 or under, and mischief $5,000 or under.

Michael Campbell-Alexander (born 1996) was assessed a $100 victim surcharge for breaching a release order.

Amber Meghan Hartley (born 1996) was handed a sixmonth conditional sentence, ordered to provide a DNA sample, and handed 18 months of probation with an 18-month criminal driving ban for failing to stop.

Peter Allen Blue (born 1951) was fined $500, handed a one-year driving ban, and assessed a $75 victim surcharge for driving with a suspended licence.

Quesnel Law Courts Jackie Marlene Unger (born 1982) was handed a threemonth conditional sentence, six months of probation, and a mandatory 10-year firearms ban for trafficking in a controlled substance.

Ronald Jack Peebles (born 1993) was sentenced to 30 days in jail for breaching a release order. Peebles was sentenced to 156 days in jail, and handed a threeyear probation order with a five-year criminal driving ban for fleeing from police. Another 66 days in jail and a three-year probation order were given for motor vehicle theft. Three years of probation were also given for dangerous operation of a conveyance and mischief, and further handed a three-year probation order with a five-year criminal driving ban for driving while disqualified.

Jamie Ross Harkley (born 1981) was handed a

five-month conditional sentence for theft $5,000 or under. Harkley was handed a 30-day conditional sentence and 16 months of probation for a breach of undertaking. A 14-month conditional sentence and 16 months of probation were given for assault.

Smithers Law Courts Sahil Sharma (born 1994) was handed 12 months of probation and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.

Lorne Troy Wilson (born 1968) was handed 12 months of probation and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for assault.

Williams Lake Law Courts Joshua Robin Wilson Rogers (born 1994) was fined $500, handed a one-year driving ban, and assessed a $75 victim surcharge for driving while prohibited.

Douglas Alec-Lolly (born 2000) was handed 12 months of probation for theft $5,000 or under and uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.

Cameron Geoffrey White (born 2000) was sentenced to four days in jail for mischief and theft $5,000 or under.

James John Charleyboy (born 1963) was fined $500, handed a one-year driving ban, and assessed a $75 victim surcharge for driving with a suspended licence.

Jordan Trevor Harry (born 1990) was handed 12 months of probation for breaching a release order, assaulting a peace officer causing bodily harm, escaping lawful custody, and assault with intent to resist arrest.

Matthew William Parrett (born 1974) was handed 12 months of probation, ordered to pay $456.55 in restitution, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for mischief $5,000 or under.

Justin Carl Borgeson (born 1984) was sentenced to 103 days in jail, ordered to provide a DNA sample, given 24 months of probation, and handed a five-year discretionary firearms ban for assault. Borgeson was sentenced to another 37 days in jail for breaching probation.

Jordan Dylan Skwira (born 1997) was fined $500 and

handed an 18-month discretionary firearms ban for possessing a firearm without licence or registration.

Lashway Andrew Merritt (born 1994) was handed 18 months of probation order and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for uttering threats. A $100 victim surcharge was assessed for breaching a release order.

Liane Rose Kotanko (born 1971) was fined $500 for carrying a weapon or prohibited device with ammo concealed. Kotanko was also handed 12 months of probation and ordered to pay $40 in restitution for theft $5,000 or under. A $500 fine, one-year driving ban, and $75 victim surcharge were also received for driving with a suspended licence.

Burns Lake Law Courts Michael David Tobin (born 1964) was handed 12 months of probation, and a five-year discretionary firearms ban for uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.

Dawson Creek Law Courts Derek Robert James Ward (born 1993) was handed a 45-day conditional sentence, nine months of probation, and assessed a $200 victim surcharge for robbery.

Ward also received a 12-month probation order and was assessed a $100 victim surcharge for theft $5,000 or under.

Zane Steven Joseph Whitford (born 2004) was given seven months of probation for assault.

Fort St. John Law Courts Missouri Clayton Cooper Abney (born 1984) was handed 18 months of probation and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for uttering threats. 18 months of probation was given for breach of undertaking. Abney also received a three-month conditional sentence, 18 months of probation, and a $100 victim surcharge for uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm and a two-month conditional sentence with 18 months of probation and a $100 victim surcharge for uttering threats to burn, destroy or damage.

New bus pass payment system coming TED CLARKE Citizen staff

The new Umo bus pass payment system BC Transit will introduce this spring will provide more flexibility to Prince George riders.

City council has approved fare policy changes and adjustments in the electronic fare collection structure. Umo will replace monthly passes that start at the first of the month and expire on the last day of the month with rolling 30-day

passes to improve customer convenience and increase fare product availability.

Riders will be able to set up an account and will receive a reloadable smart card which provides 30 days of bus service starting with the date of purchase. The cards will be available for purchase online and through external retail vendors.

Tied to a phone app, the new system will allow riders to build up a cash balance applied to the card and the account will be deducted as additional trips are taken.

After the second trip of the day, Umo will cap the cash balance payment method so riders never pay more than the value of a day pass if they use the UMO payment method.

Validators on the buses will read cell phones or cards to allow people to board.

University and college students will be able to buy passes that are valid for the entire semester, starting in September. In Prince George, 50 per cent of BC Transit ridership is students who use the U-Pass system that give them unlimited bus

service.

Refunds will be made available for any unused fare products worth at least $10 but riders won’t get their money back from any products that are partially used or expired. Pre-purchased fare products such as 10-ride packs will expire 365 days after the date of purchase. Lost cards can be replaced without losing the money loaded on the account.

Cash will remain a payment option and each bus will still have a cash collection box for riders.

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Simpcw opens new family services office CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

The Simpcw First Nation celebrated the grand opening of its urban family-focused services office in downtown Prince George last week.

Simpcw has partnered with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) to keep families together through connections to culture, language, families, Simpcw’úl’ecw territory, and utilization of traditional family-centred decision-making for all members across BC. This is Simpcw’s second urban office opening following the New Westminster

office that opened last month.

During the celebrations Lheidli T’enneh Chief Dolleen Logan referred to Simpcw Kukpi7 (Chief) George Lampreau as a trail blazer for making the family services office a reality, as it makes way for the rest of the First Nations of BC to follow suit.

“I am really proud today as our Council fulfills a commitment we made to our Simpcw members over the past two years at our jurisdiction development meetings,” Kukpi7 (Chief) George Lampreau said.

“Our away-from-home members asked for the same family support and

cultural services that our people receive in Simpcw on a daily basis. I’m really happy that this agreement, the first in the province’s history, enables us to provide support for our families’ experiencing challenges in the North and Lower Mainland regions.”

Simpcw’s Tcwesétmentem: Walking Together Agreement in the first agreement in MCFD’s history that is legally binding for all social workers across BC, playing a significant role in the urban prevention services agreement becoming a reality.

Simpcw’s comprehensive members’ engagement approach in developing its

inherent jurisdiction for child and family services was also a key catalyst for the two-year pilot agreement that will serve as a foundation for Simpcw’s jurisdiction service model.

In addition to supports for Simpcw families, this agreement will also offer new information and insights for MCFD as it co-develops a new funding model to support Indigenous Nations’ jurisdiction over child and family services in BC. Simpcw designates, under confidentiality agreements, are actively supporting MCFD in this funding model development that is expected to be completed in the spring of 2025.

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Washer story exposes capitalism’s underbelly

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ed Clarke’s washing machine story was a bit controversial, it seemed, with some folks asking if it was a slow news day.

On the other hand, it was the top trending story for a while on the Citizen website and I think I know the reason why.

This was no mere story about a workhorse appliance that may have beaten the grim reaper of mechanical failure. This was a story about a broken economic and industrial system.

First off, I can vouch this was no one-off.

I’ve got the exact same washer machine- a Maytag Heavy Duty, TwoSpeed, Extra Capacity, identical to Sally Wilson’s.

I don’t want to jinx myself, but my machine has been a tank for the six years I’ve had it.

So I think it’s fair to say this particular example of industrial design was an outlier.

There are other examples.

The 12 valve Cummins engine, the

compact tristar vacuum, and up until 1924, most of our lightbulbs.

There was a great film back in 2010 called The Light Bulb Conspiracy about what happened in 1924 and what followed.

The leading lightbulb manufacturers, what became known as the Phoebus Cartel, met in Geneva where they agreed to Gerry-rig the lightbulbs so they burnt out after 1,000 hours.

This instigated an underpinning feature of modern industrial capitalism- don’t build things to last.

That’s bad for business, just as Cornell Capital recently discovered when they bought Instapot.

Planned obsolescence, the intentional construction of junk that breaks down, spread from lightbulbs to automobiles and to points in between.

It became such a powerful concept that by 1932 there were popular ideas of legally requiring the construction of low-quality products to stimulate

industrial demand and end the Great Depression!

The Second World War solved the problem by utilizing destruction as opposed to obsolescence, but once that ended, the concept went into overdrive in the post-war era.

And here we are, a world beset with garbage, an economic model that has no place on a planet sick with consumerism and waste and tight budgets.

This problem is obviously one of political economy, not that we don’t know how to build things that last, as Sally’s washer machine proves.

In recent years there have been a growing number of calls for right to repair laws and even the criminalization of planned obsolescence.

I think it’s a good time to reimagine industrial design.

Most of our manufacturing base has been offshored, so it’s not like our economy is benefiting from the constant replication of scrapyard detritus.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR BE CAREFUL ABOUT ASKING PEOPLE TO PAY FAIR SHARE In response to Miles Thomas and his letter of February 8, I would like to point out some misinformation.

Mr. Thomas stated that Beaverly and Mud River should be incorporated into the city limits so we could pay our “fair” share of taxes rather than our lower

We acknowledge the financial support of the government of Canada.

Nous reconnaissons l’appui financier du gouvernement du Canada.

We have an opportunity to re-localize quality manufacturing and to do so we could follow the model of industrial design during the Second World War. Take the Willys MB, a standardized jeep design that was produced by multiple companies.

You still had corporate competition, but the public interest (i.e. victory at war) meant civilian and military authorities played a big role in ensuring a quality design with interchangeable parts and simplicity of repair.

Imagine all the world’s washer machines utilized the same basic, timetested, public-domain components. They could run forever.

Obviously you want to make sure the idea of standardizing industrial design gives us things like a 12 valve Cummins and not a Lada while allowing flexibility for improvement.

But it worked during the war. Maybe it can work again.

James Steidle is a Prince George writer.

E-mail: letters@pgcitizen.ca regional district rate.

While he is correct that our taxes are lower, they are a “fair” share.

Our rates are lower due to the fewer services we receive.

Property owners in these areas are responsible for their own sewer, water and garbage.

If the city limits were to expand, Mr. Thomas may find

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himself paying even higher taxes to support the cost of providing these services, not to mention the cost of the needed infrastructure.

Something he might want to consider before saying that residents in these areas should “not squawk about paying their fair share.”

Ann Kovacic Prince George

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Empowering women making mining better

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s the daughter and granddaughter of miners I grew up on stories of how mining used to be.

Long days and nights were spent in dark sweltering tunnels underground. 12-hour shifts, two weeks on two weeks off, away from your family.

Both my dad and grandpa mined copper in B.C., near my hometown of Penticton.

While many of the hallmarks of the industry remain recognizable, change is coming.

For women in the sector, that’s a good thing. I know because I’m one of them.

For the last eight years I’ve worked on Osisko Development’s Cariboo Gold Project, a major gold mine in Wells, east of Quesnel, that’s expected to create nearly 500 new, well-paying jobs in the region.

Equally important to the size and scale of the project is its potential to build on a legacy of mining in the historic Cariboo Region, while rethinking the way we communicate and report on project developments.

We believe women are at the forefront of these efforts.

I will start with my own experience.

In my role as the Environmental Superintendent on the project, I helped our team secure the Environmental Assessment Certificate – the first under B.C.’s updated Environmental Assessment Act. My day-to-day is about rigorously monitoring everything from surface and groundwater quality, air quality, and hydrogeology – to name a few examples.

We report our findings to the B.C. Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Mines, and Environment Canada. And we make our reporting accessible to the public as well – you can find our annual reports at

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your local library.

Our work is technical, but fundamentally, it’s about building and sustaining trust with the local communities we operate in.

We can’t do that if we’re not listening to and representing a diverse range of perspectives.

To do that, we need to be transparent, we need to be clear about our goals, and we need to empower a team that broadly represents the interests of our surrounding community.

Working towards gender parity plays a major role in that process.

Bringing diverse voices to the table is essential to the mining industry, but study after study shows it’s a work in progress.

Independent research suggests that women represent an estimated 8 to 17

per cent of the global mining workforce.

The pattern of gender disparity holds at the C-suite, with female representation sitting at 13 per cent.

What I appreciate about Osisko Development is its commitment to inclusion -- particularly in the Cariboo Gold Project, where 45 per cent of the workforce is female.

It means that we’re able to introduce new ideas, different perspectives and promote a work environment that embraces people and opinions as diverse as the projects we take on.

We are a more informed, more sustainable project as a result, and it gives us stronger footing for building trust with our host community.

But there is always more work to do.

Using my voice to encourage women and girls to enter science, technology,

LETTER TO THE EDITOR CITY TAXES BAIT AND SWITCH The city has seen a increase in expense and spending.

This is not due to frivolous spending, or a unionized workforce (as some enjoy vilifying).

It has little to do with “aging infrastructure” or lack of provincial grants.

These statements are nothing more than a smoke screen.

After reviewing the city’s audit committee recommendations, I can only conclude one thing.

engineering, and math is part of that effort.

As I look back on the past generations of mining in my family and in the Cariboo Region, I’m proud of the legacy we have to build on. But I also know that planning for the future means more opportunity, more support and more dialogue with women in the industry.

It’s about more than just a gold mine, but empowering communities and empowering people.

This International Women’s Day, I want to take a moment to recognize the women who are leading the way.

We need their perspective to keep transforming the sector, and to make it sustainable for future generations.

Kayly Phipps is the Environmental Superintendent at Osisko Development’s Cariboo Gold Project in Wells.

E-mail: letters@pgcitizen.ca

A large increase in residential tax rates and no increase in business taxes is a bait and switch.

The response is usually “well business might lay people off if we increase their taxes.”

If that’s the case, then the city hasn’t been getting much value for that money lately .

Another typical response is “business is really struggling.”

Residential tax payers know what that feels like.

Maybe city council could give the same tax breaks to

residents.

After all, it’s residential tax payers who voted them in.

Pandering to big business on behalf of the city has equated to a wealth transfer from residential taxpayers to business taxpayers.

I’m grateful I live in the regional district where I’m paying taxes for service and not just paying taxes to top up business profits.

Sean Kealy Prince George

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Appeal for Nechako River rights partially upheld TOM SUMMER

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

An appeal from the Saik’uz and Stellat’en First Nations has been partially upheld, following a BC Supreme Court ruling in January 2022 regarding the two groups’ aboriginal rights to fish the watershed for food, social, and ceremonial purposes.

The Nechako River was diverted 70 years ago to create the Kenney Dam, when the Province enacted legislation authorizing mining company Rio Tinto Alcan to build a hydroelectric facility for smelting aluminum.

Saik’uz and Stellat’en sought to restore the river’s natural flow to revitalize fish populations, including sockeye salmon and endangered Nechako white sturgeon, launching a case against Rio Tinto Alcan and the Province over impaired fishing rights.

While the two nations’ bid for an injunction to restore the natural flows of the Nechako was dismissed, it was noted

their rights had been impaired by the dam.

However, presiding Justice Nigel Kent said Rio Tinto Alcan had complied with water licence terms and contracts the Province established in the 1950s, with no need to change river management if the company continues to abide by those agreements.

Kent concluded a defence of statutory authority applied because the Kenney Dam was constructed with plans approved by the federal and provincial government, and that the water licences granted to Rio Tinto Alcan expressly authorized diversion of water from the Nechako, storage in the reservoir, and use for hydroelectric production.

Saik’uz and Stellat’en quickly sought an appeal, alleging Kent had erred in his defence of Rio Tinto Alcan through statutory authority, noting the defence was constitutionally inapplicable to them, in addition to erring in declining to make a finding of Aboriginal title and by granting limited declaratory relief.

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Declaratory relief is when an applicant presents a legal question to the court to seek clarification on their rights. Typically, there’s no consequences sought beyond the court’s opinion.

The appeal has been partially upheld by the Supreme Court of BC, with a Feb. 26 review ruling noting the Saik’uz and Stellat’en did not establish that Kent erred by declining to make a finding of Aboriginal title or in dismissing the common law nuisance claim against Rio Tinto Alcan. He had erred in principle by resolving the claim for declaratory relief, noted the ruling’s summary.

“He took an unduly narrow approach to the scope of declaratory relief that was available to him in light of his findings of a proven Aboriginal right to fish and the ongoing impairing effects on the storage and diversion of water from the Nechako River. The resulting declaration was too restrictive, generalized, and of no real practical utility to the appellants,” they added.

RIO TINTO WILLING TO WORK WITH AREA FIRST NATIONS

A Rio Tinto spokesperson says the company is committed to working with both the Saik’uz and Stellat’en First Nations following a BC Supreme Court appeal decision regarding the two groups’ aboriginal rights to fish the Nechako River watershed for food, social, and ceremonial purposes.

“Improving the health of the Nechako River is a goal we all share and we are actively engaged with First Nations communities on this priority,” wrote a Rio Tinto spokesperson to the Citizen.

“Rio Tinto believes that governance of

the flows on the Nechako River should be an inclusive process. We will continue to collaborate with First Nations, governments and other stakeholders in the watershed to review all aspects of the Nechako Reservoir management process,” they added.

The river was diverted 70 years ago to create the Kenney Dam, when the Province enacted legislation authorizing mining company Rio Tinto Alcan to build a hydroelectric facility for smelting aluminum.

Saik’uz and Stellat’en sought to restore the river’s natural flow to revitalize fish populations, including sockeye salmon and endangered Nechako white sturgeon, launching a case against Rio Tinto Alcan and the Province over impaired fishing rights. While the two nations’ bid for an injunction to restore the natural flows of the Nechako was dismissed, it was noted their rights had been impaired by the dam.

The spokesperson said the company is glad to see the results of the appeal.

“Rio Tinto is pleased that the court recognized that Rio Tinto has operated within the scope of its licence and that lawful operation of its facilities does not constitute wrongful conduct,” they noted.

Rio Tinto is not in the position to comment further, added the spokesperson, as they’re still fully reviewing the decision.

“We cannot comment further until we have had the opportunity to fully review and consider the Courts’ decision. The decision will not affect how we engage with Indigenous Peoples in Canada, nor the plaintiffs in this case. Our goal remains to build meaningful relationships based on transparency, trust and respect,” they explained.

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Government association to meet in Smithers TOM SUMMER

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

The North Central Local Government Association will hold its AGM and convention in Smithers on May 13 to 16, co-hosting the event with the District of Houston and Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako.

Association president Sheila Boehm met with the Peace River Regional District this week during its Feb. 22 board meeting, providing an overview on activities and advocacy efforts.

Boehm says she joined the association to help provide a voice for the North, with their jurisdiction covering 70 percent of BC’s landmass and home to 60 percent of the province’s indigenous population. The association has been around since 1955, and represent 240 elected officials over 40 local governments.

“It’s pretty hard to be the biggest part with sometimes the smallest voice,” said Boehm, noting their goal is always to bring common resolutions and concerns forward.

A mental health and addictions symposium is also being planned for Jun. 27 to 28 in Prince George by the association, inviting stakeholder groups and individuals to take part. The symposium is planned with a North-only focus, added Boehm .

“Our goal is northern solutions for this. Like, it’s different, it’s higher, we have some of the highest levels of homelessness and addiction, and opioid, the deaths in Prince George, I think stats in the north are higher than anywhere,” Boehm said, noting she hopes to further more dialogue and potentially working groups.

Pouce Coupe Mayor Danielle Veach asked Boehm if the association is aware of the proposed North Winds treatment centre, which she says is supported by the PRRD board. The centre would have detox units and recovery housing, based in Pouce Coupe.

Boehm said they’re aware of the centre and are in support of it.

“They’re coming on board. It’s one of the presentations we have, it’s one of

the asks we have,” said Boehm. “Like, we have done everything we can to help support them and it’s one of the hopes out of this symposium is to get that voice, that we’ve been asking for a northern treatment centre.”

Fort St. John Mayor Lilia Hansen said she appreciates the work of the association and the background information provided with their resolutions, noting her municipality is looking at bringing forward a resolution for the province to reconsider the community safety amendment act.

Northeast BC has seen a spike in violent crime, with shootings in Fort St. John.

“I think until somebody can hear and understand how crime is affecting my community, it might resonate with another community, and I could say ‘hey, have you heard about this tool?’

You know, if we can get this enacted, this might give another tool in the toolbox,” said Hansen, noting she’s in support of NCGLA as a region, due to the ability to set extra meetings with provincial ministers.

As an NCGLA member, District of Chetwynd Mayor Allen Courtoreille said he feels the association does bring valuable community spirit.

“When we go down to UBCM, it’s kind of like a business, and sometimes we get drowned out from other communities that do have really serious problems in population and you talked about the mental health and the housing. So, I really love this value of community that you represent, that I represent, because I am a member,” said Courtoreille.

Tumbler Ridge Mayor Darryl Krakowa expressed that PRRD member municipalities already pay membership dues, and asked about flexibility in the association’s fees to avoid a ‘double dip’. The regional district opted out of membership in 2022 and again in 2023, due to a lack of perceived benefit from participation.

“Our municipality pays into it, and if the regional district was to become a member, obviously I believe that the District of Tumbler Ridge should also be paying into the regional part of that, because we’re regional,” said Krakowa.

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Man acquitted of Quesnel assault TOM SUMMER

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

A man has been acquitted of assault against his former romantic partner at their Quesnel residence on Feb. 17, 2022.

Referred to only by initials, a case against the man was not proven beyond a reasonable doubt. Justice Judith Doulis questioned the credibility of the couple’s testimony against each other, both being the only witnesses to the incident.

Doulis said she believes there was an altercation between the man and woman, just not as presented.

“I am not persuaded that the altercation precisely or even substantially unfolded as she described,” wrote Doulis of the woman’s testimony.

“I have also considered [his] version of events in the context of all of the evidence as a whole. I do not find them entirely believable,” added Doulis.

The man denied assaulting his partner, and told court that he believed the

woman fabricated her story to deflect blame after running him over with a Jeep and leaving the scene.

The woman had accused the man of blocking her in a hallway inside the residence, throwing her to the floor, and that he had brandished a knife at her in the driveway when she attempted to leave.

The two had met in Chilliwack in 2019 through a dating website, and by November 2020, they were living together in an intimate relationship there. By April 2021, the pair had purchased a house together in Quesnel.

Initially, the two shared the master bedroom in the house, but slept in separate bedrooms as the relationship deteriorated.

The woman alleged that the man blocked her from leaving the residence on Feb. 17, 2022 after she informed him that movers would be coming on Feb. 19, claiming that the man told her he didn’t want anyone to enter the house.

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getting her stuff out of the residence, according to her testimony.

It’s alleged he hit her on the nose with his open palm, causing her to stumble backwards, then proceeded to grab her wrists, shaking her around and bouncing her off walls, before throwing her to the floor, hitting her head on the top of a hallway console table.

The woman further alleged that she got up and told the man to do it again, and claimed he pushed her again with open palms just below her shoulders, but did not fall down a second time.

The woman also testified that she then attempted to leave, alleging that the man tried to block her with his truck outside after she had entered her own vehicle, a Jeep, by driving directly in front of her.

She then alleged that she waited until the man had exited his truck, backing up so she could drive around it. The woman claimed the man then stood in front of her bumper, brandishing a pocket knife.

The woman told court she believed the man was going to stab her tire, and drove away, noting she felt a bump as she left, seeing the man fall down from her peripheral vision. The bump, the man claims, was the woman driving over the lower calf of his left leg after he slipped on ice in the driveway, texting her that she had broken his ankle.

The man told court he has degenerative disk disorder, a result of back surgery in his early twenties, in addition to suffering from Complex Regional Pain Syndrome as a result of a shoulder fracture in 2014, and sciatic pain disorder in his left leg from a 2016 car accident. The man said he also uses a cane for balance and to prevent falls, in addition to taking prescribed medications to manage chronic pain.

The man told court they were not spouses or involved in an intimate relationship, describing it as a business relationship. He also told court that he said no to the movers on Feb. 19 because he needed to move his stuff into the basement and out of the way of the woman’s belongings.

The woman has refuted the man’s characterization of their relationship as a business relationship, noted the court ruling. The man alleged that the woman shoved him without provocation after he retrieved his phone from his

bedroom, falling to the floor, telling her that he didn’t want any trouble. He denies striking the woman, grabbing her by the wrists, pushing or knocking her to the floor, or blocking her in the hallway.

The man claimed he got up and left the house, with the intention of getting in his truck to drive to the hospital to get an injection of Demerol for pain.

The man also claims he left enough room for the woman to leave, and only approached her vehicle to ask for a ride to the hospital, telling court that he felt he was in too much pain to be fit to drive.

The man was later arrested that evening for assault, but did not seek an ambulance before he was taken into custody, nor did he accept the RCMP’s offer of getting him medical attention. His ankle was found to be not broken upon release from custody. Doulis said it’s unlikely the woman would have left the residence in the way the man described, with the woman intent on gathering her belongings from the residence.

“She does not strike me as someone who would be derailed from her plans by a minor disagreement over the logistics of moving her belongings out of the residence. Her actions that evening are consistent with someone who was fleeing for safety,” wrote Doulis.

The man’s movement around the residence, rushing 10 or 15 metal stairs to get to his truck on a freezing-cold February day, and walking over to to the woman’s Jeep also appears mismatched with the situation, explained Doulis.

Doulis further explained that she believes some, but not all of the woman’s testimony, noting she accepts there was physical contact between the two that caused the woman to leave, and was inclined to believe the testimony that the man pushed the palm of his hand into the woman’s face.

However, Doulis said she was not persuaded that the man bounced the woman off the walls or threw her to the floor, considering his disabilities, nor did Doulis accept the claim that the man had brandished a knife. No knife was found on the man or at the scene.

“I cannot say I am satisfied beyond a reasonable doubt that the Crown has proven all the elements of the offence of assault,” Doulis noted.

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What was front page news in Prince George 50 years ago this week? How about a cheeky streaker turning off Third Avenue and heading down Brunswick Street, wearing only a ski mask and shoes.

Throwback Thursday: This week in Prince George history NEIL GODBOUT Citizen staff

In this week’s Throwback Thursday, our weekly dive into the Prince George Citizen archives, we start with the arrival of Prince George’s first phone booth 100 years ago.

Referred to as a “pay station,” the telephone company installed the device in the lobby of the Prince George Hotel. It’s a “convenience which should be appreciated,” the Citizen stated.

This was actually back page news in the March 6, 1924, edition of the Citizen. A long writeup on the farmers convention in Vanderhoof, starting on page one, jumping to page three, and finally wrapping up on page seven of the eight-page paper, was the dominant story of the week. *** Thrilling news for Prince on the front page of the March 9, 1964, edition of the Citizen. “$60 MILLION PULP MILL ANNOUNCED,” shouted the top headline.

Noranda Mines, through its subsidiary Northwood Mills Ltd., plans to build a mill to produce 500 tons of bleached pulp daily, the story stated. *** “Cheeky streaker jogs down Third,” was the headline to the story accompanying a front-page photo 50 years ago on the front page of March 8, 1974, edition of the Citizen.

It was -1 F or a chilly -18 C at the time.

“Wearing only a black ski mask and sneakers, the streaker appeared to be young and well-built as he sprinted past stunned onlookers, laughing and waving his arms.

“He was loudly cheered as he rounded the corner onto Brunswick Street, dodging traffic and nearly colliding with a pedestrian crossing the street with an armload of bread.

“Saleswoman Patricia Myrbo saw the whole thing from the window of Saucy Sue’s, a women’s clothing store on Third Avenue. “’He sure had a lot of guts,” she commented.

Other bystanders were less impressed.

“What’s the world coming to? I just don’t know what to say,” Pat Van Somer told Citizen reporter Bill Graham. “I thought Prince George would have more class than this.” *** Plenty of news in the March 8, 1994, edition of the Citizen about the future of Prince George.

The front-page photo was an aerial shot of the Prince George Regional Correctional Centre under construction.

It was still 18 months away from completion at the time.

The cost? $31,168,723.

Above the photo was a story about city council deliberations about allowing development of 223 residential lots west of St. Lawrence Heights and across from Southridge Avenue.

And on the sports page, there was a story about the latest talks underway to bring a Western Hockey League team to Prince George to serve as an anchor tenant for “the new, $16 million multiplex arena, which is expected to be built here within two years.”

Rick Brodsky, owner of the Victoria Cougars (and the team that would become the Prince George Cougars) said he was eager to speak to the City of Prince George about what it wanted to see in the proposal.

The Prince George Citizen archive can be found online at pgnewspapers.pgpl.ca.

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Can They Hear US Now? doc set to air at UNBC CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

Can They Hear US Now? is the question in the documentary showcasing residential school survivor Sonya Rock and she said the answer is finally yes.

“People are finally hearing us,” Rock said. And that gives her a lot of hope.

Having the courage to speak up and share her story, Rock has made it her life’s work to be an educator with her intention set as nurturer and protector of Indigenous children in primary grades, especially Kindergarten and Grade 1, in three different B.C. school districts.

She wanted to be part of breaking the intergenerational trauma cycle she saw first-hand growing up in the Gitxsan Nation, Frog Clan, and within her own 10-sibling family.

“I chose a career in education because I wanted to be there for the children,” Rock said, who taught in Hazelton and Lytton. “I wanted to make sure what I went through, the pain and horror of residential school, would not happen to them. That they felt secure and loved in learning. I wanted to give them a fighting chance. So I really fought hard to have my children – because they were all my children – to have their educational experience be a happy one and that they left my classroom prepared for the next

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Sonya Rock, residential school survivor, showcases her documentary during the Weaving Words Celebration at UNBC on Friday, March 8, at 11 a.m.

stages of their education.”

Rock’s doc, Can They Hear US Now?, will be presented during ‘Ut’loo Noye Khunni – Weaving Words Celebration 2024 at UNBC on Friday, March 8, in Room 7-2112 at 11 a.m. The documentary is about 40 minutes long and there will be an opportunity for Rock to speak afterwards and answer questions.

“I am so proud of the documentary and just haven’t had the opportunity to share it with people until now,” Rock said. “To be there and speak on it is so wonderful.

I look forward to being able to do this more and I am hoping this might open

doors to have this opportunity more often so that I can share it with more people. I would like other organizations to invite me to speak to this documentary.”

The people who suffered through what she went through are still here and the families are still suffering from intergenerational trauma from what grandparents and parents suffered in the residential schools, Rock said.

“I see as an educator that this has been passed down to the children and the grandchildren and you see the affects in the young parents,” Rock said. “That trauma has not stopped. It’s ongoing.

Those of us who survived and continue to live are still suffering from that trauma.

Our loved ones that you see on the streets now are survivors suffering from intergenerational trauma. I would like people to feel compassion for those who are out there. It’s not their choice to be there. This is the long-term affects of what has happened to our people. People are suffering. They turn to alcohol and drugs to numb the pain.”

With support, Rock said, people can find their way to healing.

“Those of us who have struggled through this are succeeding in life,” Rock.

“It was a long journey for me. It’s going to be 34 years of sobriety for me on May 20. Although I have gone through this horrific experience in residential school I still made it through and I will be graduating with my Masters in May. My story is every First Nations person’s story. I want them to see it and to know and understand although you face these struggles every day of your life – you face racism, poverty, addictions, violence – you can get out of it. You can get through it and you, too, can be successful in life.”

For more information about the Weaving Words Celebration visit UNBC Weaving Words Celebration online.

To view the documentary on Youtube about Rock’s experience at residential school visit Can They Hear US Now?

Towns angered by wildfire crew relocation TOM SUMMER

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

The District of Tumbler Ridge and the District of Hudson’s Hope have sent letters to Bruce Ralston, Minister of Forests, expressing their concerns with the removal of an initial BC Wildfire attack crew based in Chetwynd, which has been reassigned to Dawson Creek.

In a Feb. 8 letter, Hudson’s Hope called the relocation arbitrary, and noted that no consultation was done with local stakeholders and First Nations, including West Moberly, Saulteau, and Halfway River, in addition to the communities of Chetwynd, Tumbler Ridge, Moberly Lake, Hassler Flats, Jack Fish Lake, Farrell Creek, and Upper Halfway.

Initial attack crews from Chetwynd have been vital to

controlling wildfires in the community and the region through their quick response, explains the letter, signed

by Hudson’s Hope Mayor Travous Quibell and Fred Burrows, their Director of Protective Services.

“The new Emergency and Disaster Management Act requires the District to consult with all our stakeholders, particularly First Nations Communities, on such an important issue,” the letter notes. “However, this requirement doesn’t seem to apply to the Ministry.”

“The District requests that the Ministry revisit this decision and realize the importance of the staffed Initial Attack Base in Chetwynd,” they add. The relocation will change BC Wildfire’s average response time from an hour to two and a half hours in Hudson’s Hope.

Several fires of note have been seen in Hudson’s Hope, including three in 2022, the Dinosaur Lake Fire, Flood Falls Fire, and the Battleship Mountain Fire, resulting in

evacuation alerts and orders. The town was also evacuated in 2014, due to the threat posed by the McCalister Fire, displacing residents for five days.

Tumbler Ridge’s Feb. 6 letter echoed similar sentiments, pointing out the need for swift fire response along the main highway, by rail areas, the Pine Pass, and the East Pine area.

“Their expertise, dedication, and rapid deployment capabilities have been instrumental in containing wildfires and safeguarding our community’s safety and well-being,” states the letter, signed by Tumbler Ridge Mayor Darryl Krakowka. His district is also willing to support the establishment of an additional attack crew if needed.

“Considering the growing threat posed by wildfires in our province, we must bolster rather than diminish our firefighting capabilities,” the letter notes.

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Black Clover bringing back old-school gaming CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

Inviting people to join a Pinball League so soon after having the machines in place was kinda like watching your ball get caught behind the flipper.

Kelsy Polnik saw it was a little too early to start a robust league so he did a quick redirect and is nudging people into the pinball world with free play Tuesdays every other week starting March 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Black Clover.

That way people can see what’s new in the hands-on game-play world.

At The Black Clover there’s three pinball machines including Iron Maiden, Marvel Avengers and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

There are actual story lines built within these new games but there’s still flippers and balls and high scores and just the right nudge might get you that extra boost off the bumper you need for your bell ringing, light-flashing win.

“I just want people to come and try the machines out and hopefully bring their kids down and have some fun,” Polnik said.

“Once we’ve got a big enough group of players coming relatively consistently then I would like to retry that league.”

It all started when Polnik, who used to own Game Quest, got the urge to bring something fun back to the people of Prince George.

“People haven’t played pinball in 20 or more years up here,” Polnik said.

“I love all sorts of gaming – table top, video, pinball, so I have a friend who operates all the machines down in Vancouver and I sort of picked his brain and thought I would give it a try up here,” Polnik said.

Polnik was on the hunt for sites where his pinball machines could provide entertainment for people around town.

“Troy (Mackenzie) who owns Black Clover is super enthusiastic about it,” Polnik said.

“So when I had my first machine I was going around to different businesses to see if they’d be interested in putting one in and when I went into The Black Clover I talked to the day manager and as soon as I said pinball he said ‘you gotta talk

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Kelsy Polnik, left, and his wife Naomi Polnik, take a turn on their pinball machines at The Black Clover, ready for guests to come try their hand at some old-school gaming.

to Troy’ and I didn’t even finish my sales pitch and Troy said ‘yup, let’s do it, bring it down,’ and he’s been really awesome about it.”

Pinball machines offer a glimpse into simpler game times.

“Five-year-olds and 80-year-olds can be on a pretty equal playing field and everyone can have a really good time,” Polnik said.

And Polnik doesn’t want to stop at three machines.

“I would love to have machines - kind of like it was in the 70s and 80s - where you’d just walk into a car dealership and there’s one, you’d walk into the laundromat and there’s one and into a restaurant and there’s one and there’d be different ones at each location and you’d find your favourite and keep going back to play.”

And thinking even bigger he’d like to bring something like the Family Fun Centre back to Prince George where people could be in a big indoor arcade play space, especially suited for the winter.

“It would just be something cool for people to do inside and stay warm and have a lot of fun together,” Polnik said.

It’s just not the same when you play games virtually.

“There’s something really special about

physically touching a machine, hearing all the bells, seeing all the lights going and when you hit that big jackpot and see all the numbers flying up and even being able to nudge the machine – there’s really nothing like it.”

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Athlete wins top BC Winter Games award TED CLARKE Citizen staff

Close to 1,700 athletes competed over the weekend at the 2024 BC Winter Games in Lhatko Quesnel and the best of them from each of the 12 sports climbed the medal podium and were rewarded with hardware.

But just one of those athletes came home with the W.R. Bennett Award for Athletic Excellence and he has a Prince George address.

Karate athlete Cillian Hollybow was selected for the prestigious honour after he won silver medals in the individual U-14 plus-163 cm advanced division and team kumite (sparring) while competing for the Cariboo-North East Zone 8 team.

The Games experience was unique in that all the karate teams from each zone competed together and stayed together in the same school (Barlow Creek Elementary School in Quesnel). They ate meals together, slept in the classrooms and got to know each other.

“I was tired when I came back, sometimes it was difficult to sleep,” said Cillian.

The 13-year-old Nechako Karate Club member was nominated for the Bennett award by Karate BC. Nominees are considered based of their past sport performances in events and their results at the Games, as well as their sport ambition/future potential and demonstrated leadership on and off the field of play.

Hollybow won the U-14 kumite (sparring) title last June at the Canadian championships in Laval, Que. In August, he represented Canada at the Junior PanAmerican Karate Championships in Santiago, Chile and at the Youth World Karate Federation Tournament in Merida, Mexico in September.

“For everything he’s involved in these days he’s still managing to train at a high level and between being very successful at the international scale he’s still managing to do other things,” said Warren Grafton, Hollybow’s coach with the Nechako Karate Club.

“Usually anybody at that level is having to be a very specialized athlete and that kind of becomes their life, but he’s also pulling off music and school and doing all of it well.”

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Stikine MLA Nathan Cullen presents Cillian Hollybow of Prince George with the W.R. Bennett Award for Athletic Excellence at the BC Winter Games in Quesnel.

Hollybow started karate when he was seven at the urging of his mom Chyomi, who is of Japanese descent, and that was a way for him to connect to her culture.

His 16-year-old sister Anika also competed at the national championships last year in the U-18 category when she was just 15.

“My mom forced me to,” laughed Cillian.

No coercion is needed now. He loves the sport and wants to continue competing at a high level in kumite and kata (patterns). He’s had just two years of

elite-level kumite.

“It’s very fun,” he said. “I like fighting people and I meet a lot of people. I like kata more, but I do like fighting.”

The Bennett award includes a $2,500 bursary to study at a post-secondary school.

Hollybow gets top marks as a Grade 8 student at Duchess Park Secondary School and is part of the school band, playing trombone. He also plays cello and has joined the Prince George Youth Symphony Orchestra.

He speaks English, French and

Japanese.

Cillian’s father Garrett, praised the efforts of Nechako club coaches Grafton and Jordan Foy for preparing him and Seiji Cronje for the Games tournament.

Cronje, 13, won bronze in kumite, kata and shared in team silver for kumite.

“As a parent I recognize all the hard work he’s put into the sport and the support he’s had from the Nechako Karate Club, they’ve just been incredible in developing talent, and not just with Cillian but all the young athletes coming out of that club,” said Cillian’s father Garrett.

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Cougars winger signs NHL contract TED CLARKE Citizen staff

Consider this latest development for the Prince George Cougars a Capital gain.

The Cougars announced last Friday that 20-year-old right winger Zac Funk has signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals.

In his last year of junior eligibility Funk has had a breakout season. He’s scored 56 goals and has 43 assists for 99 points in 58 games and ranks third in the Western Hockey League scoring race.

The native of Coldstream, near Vernon, shattered the Cougars team record for goals in a single season when he scored his 55th goal last weekend against the Kelowna Rockets. He added one more goal that night to complete his eighth WHL hat trick this season – also a team record. He is the plus/minus leader in the league, carrying a plus-44 rating. Funk’s 25 power-play goals leads the WHL and established a new Cougar record.

So it’s not surprising Funk has caught the eye of NHL scouts. He had several discussions with other NHL teams before the Capitals made their offer.

“I am very grateful and honoured for this opportunity with the Washington Capitals and am looking forward to the next chapter of my hockey career,” said Funk.

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Cougars Zac Funk celebrates a goal against the Kamloops Blazers.

The 20-yearold winger has signed a threeyear entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals.

“I want to thank my family, my billet families, my coaches, staff, my agency, and my friends for all of their support and their help throughout my life.”

The Cougars acquired Funk at the trade deadline last season in a deal with the Calgary Hitmen that sent forward Carter MacAdams, a 2023 second-round pick and the Cougars’ fourth-round pick in 2024.

Former goalie sues CANADIAN PRESS/CITIZEN STAFF

A former Prince George Cougars goaltender is part of a class-action lawsuit alleging Canadian major junior hockey leagues violate antitrust laws in the United States by colluding to restrict the negotiation powers of players.

The two former major junior players part of the suit are Isaiah DiLaura and Tanner Gould. DiLaura, 23, is from Lakeville, Minn., and Gould, 19, is from Calgary.

DiLaura played in 36 games for the Cougars over the 2017-18 and 2018-19 seasons. The suit was filed in New York by the North American division of the World Association of Ice Hockey Players Unions.

It alleges players are subject to systemic abuses, including the artificial reduction of compensation and conducting involuntary drafts, where a team can obtain an athlete’s exclusive major junior rights without the presence of a collective bargaining agreement.

The plaintiffs allege the system is “a

cartel (that) artificially suppresses and standardizes compensation by denying players their freedom of choice, freedom of movement and freedom to play for the club of their choice.”

The Canadian Hockey League and its three major junior circuits — the Western Hockey League, Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League and Western Hockey League, the league the Prince George Cougars play in — are named as defendants.

The NHL is also named as a “co-conspirator.” The lawsuit alleges the NHL colludes with major junior leagues to prevent its players from finding employment in minor professional leagues like the American Hockey League or the ECHL, while those circuits actively recruit under-20 players from Europe.

The lawsuit seeks an injunction to enforce the geographical draft restrictions, contracts and agreements in place, along with damages for players for compensation and from league profits. The plaintiffs are asking for a jury trial.

“He is a power forward with skill who has put in the work and added layers to his game,” said Cougars head coach and general manager Mark Lamb.

Funk has collected 203 points (108-95-203) in 218 WHL games with the Cougars and Hitmen. He also was a key contributor in the playoffs last year for the Cougars with five goals and three assists in 10 games.

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Theatre expands wheelchair accessible seating HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff

Last year Theatre NorthWest realized their wheelchair accessible seating arrangement was no longer meeting the needs of the community and it urgently needed expanding.

The theatre says its audiences have been increasingly diversifying, especially for relaxed performances, which are mainly attended by people with disabilities. At two of the relaxed performances last season the demand for wheelchair accessible seating exceeded what they could offer.

“Last year, we saw just how much of a demand there was for wheelchair accessible seating and that our existing chairs was really limiting how many people we could serve and we all really believe that art should be for everyone,” said accessibility coordinator Heidi Klepsch.

To meet the growing need for wheelchair-accessible seating, the theatre replaced its existing chairs, which were fixed to the floor, with free-standing chairs that could easily be moved to create wheelchair accessible spaces.

They purchased new custom chairs for the front row of the audience. They’re free standing so they can be moved and shuffled as needed to create wheelchair accessible spaces anywhere along the front row. The new chairs will allow seating for up to 19 patrons in wheelchairs at once instead of only nine.

“It took a lot of work to get these new chairs here but we’re so excited now that they are here, and we can keep up to 19 people in wheelchairs instead of just nine.

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Theatre NorthWest has expanded its wheelchair accessible seating.

So that’s a huge difference,” said Klepsch.

“For us, this is huge, it means that our wheelchair accessible seating is no longer pushed off strictly to both sides but it can be accessed across the entire gamut of sightlines in our space,” explains artistic producer Marnie Hamagami.

She said the chairs also make it possible for a companion to comfortably sit next to a wheelchair space.

“It’s really exciting for us, we continue

to deepen our organization’s commitment to accessibility. It becomes so obvious how important this is - the first time you see people coming to theatre, coming to a place that they’ve been excluded from based on the physical limitations of the space,” said Hamagami.

“It’s so rewarding to see them and how excited they are to finally be a part of what’s happening. You can imagine what it would be like to be systemically

excluded from certain things just because the space isn’t prepared for you so this was huge for us.”

Next season, the ticket buying website will have a new seating map to reflect the expanded wheelchair accessible seating selection. Wheelchair accessible seats will be purchasable online.

The project was made possible by funding from IREN (formerly Iris Energy) and BC Gaming.

UNBC Musicals returning to the stage HANNA PETERSEN Citizen staff

The UNBC Musical Productions Club is returning to the Theatre Northwest stage with Cry-Baby the Musical, an absurd, campy, hysterical take on the well known 50s rebellious teenage romance.

Based on the cult classic film by John Waters, CryBaby the Musical is “edgier than Grease, funnier than West Side Story” and full of rockabilly tunes that keep

the audience dancing in their seats.

The actors will also be joined by a live band.

Set in 1954, Cry-Baby tells the story of Wade “CryBaby” Walker, the coolest boy in Baltimore.

He’s a bad boy with a good cause – truth, justice and the pursuit of rock and roll. Cry-Baby and the square rich girl, Allison, are star-crossed lovers at the centre of this world.

“It’s Romeo and Juliet meets High School Hellcats, no wait, it’s Grease meets Rocky Horror Picture Show! Or

is it Heathers meets Evil Dead!? Come see for yourself and help support the future of performing arts in Prince George in the most outrageous show on stage this year!” say the UNBC Musical Production club in a news media release.

The production takes place between March 14 and 17 and then the 21 to 23.

General admission will be $20 and tickets for students are $10.

Tickets are available at tickets.theatrenorthwest.com.

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Upcoming events in Prince George CHRISTINE DALGLEISH Citizen staff

Other Voices documentary screening, comedy show and Q&A goes Thursday, March 7 at 7 p.m. at Weldwood Theatre at UNBC. Before the screening there will be a comedy show featuring comedians from the documentary. After the viewing of the doc there will be a Q&A. Tickets are $10 at OtherVoicetickets. *** Sowing Seeds indoors for spring planting goes Thursday, March 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the main branch of the Prince George Public Library, 888 Canada Games Way. Presented by REAPS they will provide the information to get you started on your growing season. This simple step-by-step tutorial will take you from seed to seedling with a minimum of fuss. *** Mind the Gap workshop goes Friday, March 8 from 9 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. at The College of New Caledonia Cafeteria Section 4 in Prince George.

The workshop will address understanding dementia, its characteristics and how to make lifestyle choices that can delay the onset or even prevent dementia.

The workshop includes breakfast, two lectures with Q&A sessions, lunch and some group activities. Enter a draw for one of five $50 gift cards. To RSVP email dementia@cnc.bc.ca. *** Life’s Ultimate Questions – Revised book signing goes Friday, March 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Books & Co., 1685 Third Ave. Author Jake Wiens launches a newly revised book Life’s Ultimate

Questions: Exploring the Stories that Shape our Everyday The book was written for people who are asking questions about our struggling, some would say collapsing, culture. The book seeks to promote personal renewal by encouraging a deeper look at our personal answers to life’s foundational questions. *** Alex Cuba and the Prince George Symphony Orchestra perform Saturday, March 9 at 8 p.m.

Northern BC’s very own Grammy winning singer-songwriter brings his unique sugarcane-sweet melodies, pop-soul hooks, and powerful guitar riffs to the PGSO. Tickets are at pgso.com *** Old Time Fiddle Dance goes Saturday, March 9 at Elks Community Hall, 663 Douglas St., at 7 p.m. All ages dance with local fiddle performers. Bring your friends, bring your kids, bring your parents.

Tickets are $10 at the door, children are free. There are prizes, ice cream bars are free, coffee and snacks available. *** 2024 Central Interior Science Exhibition, in collaboration with the BC Science Fair Foundation, goes Saturday, March 9 from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at UNBC. Students from Grade 4 to 12 in School Districts 28,57 and 91 will come together to showcase their projects.

Students will get feedback from experts in the field and the chance to win prizes, including awards and scholarships.

Participants in grades 7 to 12 will also compete to progress to the Canada-Wide Science Fair held in Ottawa from May 25 to June 1.

*** Miracle Theatre Presents: A Comedy of Tenors by Ken Lugwig from Wednesday, March 13 to April 3 at ArtSpace above Books & Co., 1685 Third Ave. This is a laugh-out-loud production.

All proceeds go to purchase Structural Protection units to keep Prince George safe in the event of a wildlife.

Tickets are $37.50. Purchase at Books & CO., or by phone at 250-563-6637. *** Curious about the energy transition?

The Energy Transition Group is hosting a free event every second Tuesday of the month, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the University of Northern BC in Building 5, Room 158, 3333 University Way. On March 12, Gott Energy will provide a 40-minute presentation as to how solar may contribute to BC’s energy transition.

After each presentation there will be time for questions, answers and socializing. Prince George Electric Vehicle Association and Energy Transition Group contact is Doug Beckett, 250-560-5556 doug.beckett@ev.princegeorge.tech *** Improv Shmimprov goes Friday, March 15 at 8 p.m. at Omineca Arts Centre, 369 Victoria St. Improv is rockin the new season with their improv theatre games on stage.

Doors open at 7 p.m. There’s a cash bar and snacks available. Tickets are $20 at Improv Shmimprov tickets. *** Open Mic Nights are presented at Cait’s Sweet Bites & Beanery, 3831 Austin Road West in the Hart Shopping Centre, from 7 to 9 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month.

People are invited to share their songs and music, poetry, comedy in a casual setting to try something new. Everyone is welcome to attend as a participant or a supportive audience member. For more information email devon.w.flynn@gmail. com. *** Craft & Chat at the Prince George Public Library is presented by Great Northwest Fibre Fest organizers who are hosting this fibre crafting group every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. on the second floor in the magazine corner. This is a free drop-in group and everyone – all ages, all experience levels - are welcome to attend. *** Omineca’s Coffee House Open Stage every Sunday 369 Victoria Street from 3 to 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to step up and share their talents, stories and art forms of all kinds including but not limited to musical, literary, comedic and performative expressions of our diverse community.

Refreshments and snacks by donation.

Sign up is on site. There are some house instruments provided but feel free to bring your own creative tools for expression. First timers and emerging artists are encouraged to experiment and collaborate with others. Please share and invite friends and family to build audience, engage and cheer on local artists in a fun, relaxed and safe environment. *** If you’ve got an event coming up email me at cdalgleish@pgcitizen.ca to offer details including name of the event, the date, time and location, ticket price and where to get them and a little bit about what’s happening, too.

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REMEMBRANCES In Memoriam

Obituaries

In Loving Memory Of

Mary Germaniuk (Mackay)

ROGER GLEN ROBINSON

1947-2024

Nov. 25, 1938- March 11, 2014

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed And very dear.

FOREVER REMEMBERED, FOREVER MISSED, FOREVER LOVED, Your children, Dale, Karen (Kevin) & Cathy In Memoriam

Obituaries

In Loving Memory of

Dayle Anthony

Troy Fontaine

Jun 8, 1967 to Mar 8, 1990

April 10, 1933 - February 22, 2024 A fine lady has left us, Dayle Anthony.

Predeceased by husband Ron Anthony, both long time residents of Pineview, Prince George. A celebration of life will be held on March 9, 2024.

From 1pm - 4pm at daughter Kim’s home at 8345 Johnson Rd, Pineview.

Forever in my heart

Love, Mom

Gunton, Alexander Charles October 4, 1936 - December 23, 2023 It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of Alexander Charles Gunton. Celebration of Life to be held at Salvation Army Church, 777 Ospika Blvd S, Prince George, BC, on March 23rd, 2024, at 11:00 am.

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Germaniuk (Mackay) on February 25, 2024. She passed peacefully in her sleep at Prince George Hospice after an eight month long battle with cancer.

Mary was born in Edmonton in 1947 where she grew up with her family of eleven in a small six hundred square foot house. They were short of money but long on love which gave her an amazing understanding and empathy for people of all walks of life which she demonstrated right up until her passing.

She married Ray in 1967 and they moved to Fort McMurray shortly after when the tar sands extraction had just got started. It was there that their daughter Stacy was born. Four years later they moved to Prince George.

Ray took a job at Intercon Pulp thinking that Prince George was on the ocean, not knowing there were two cities starting with “Prince” (days before Google) Didn’t get a road map until passing through Edmonton, Surprise, said we would stay a couple of years but still here and loving it.

Mary’s early passions were fastball, bingo, cooking, reading and teaching Stacy reading, righting and rithmetic before Kindergarten. She played ball for PG Pulp senior ladies and played bingo at the legion regularly until it moved to the casino. She was a natural athlete and was reasonably good with any unfamiliar sporting equipment you put in her hand. She became a Member of the Prince George Golf and Curling Club in the early eighties and became an avid golfer getting in as many as 100 rounds a year.

When Mary’s husband Ray and his brother Barry started Interior Offroad Equip in 1976 Mary was the breadwinner and support for all the trials and tribulations that an underfunded small business could throw at you, she was truly the good woman behind the man.

She was also one of the few spectators at the rink where Ray played gentleman’s hockey for a number of years before going to old-timers but we always suspected that the beer after was the actual draw.

Mary is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years Ray, and daughter Stacy (Greg), Siblings The twins Richard and Alex and Brother Bernard She is preceded in death by her parents Dick and Janet and Siblings Tommy (Darlene), Joey, Margaret, Grace, Billy (Karen).

A celebration of Mary’s life will be held this spring in Prince George. Details of the service will be announced at a later date.

A shout out to the Prince George Hospice whose attentiveness and caring helped immensely through this trying time, Thank You.

As you share the stories and the memories of how they lived their lives and how very much they meant, may you find comfort...

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Susan Broomsgrove (née Higgins) 31 August 1948 - 22 February 2024

Paul Schaefer 1966-2024

Each Loss

I wandered lonely as a cloud That floats on high o’er vales and hills When all at once I saw a crowd A host of golden daffodils

Paul Schaefer was born on April 15, 1966, in Prince George, BC. He is predeceased by his parents, Fred and Susan Schaefer. He is survived by his daughter Cheyenne Schaefer, sister Cheryl Bear, brother Norm Schaefer, nephews Paul, Randall and Justice Barnetson, niece Myah Schaefer and nephew Noah Schaefer. Paul will always be remembered for his joking nature and his big laugh. Life with him was filled with laughter and fun and so many good memories together. Paul will mostly be remembered for being an amazing dad for Cheyenne, who he loved with all of his heart. He died on February 27, 2024, and his funeral was held in Nadleh, BC, on March 2, 2024. Paul will be dearly missed.

Good times we had together, The moments that we shared We didn’t have to tell each other How much we really cared.

Elizabeth Sophia (Bette) Marshall

I never dreamed you’d go away, Never thought of sorrow.

So sure you’d always be here Took for granted each tomorrow.

William Wordsworth

Sue Broomsgrove passed away due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease on February 22, 2024. She was surrounded by her beloved daughters Zoe and Emma, and her husband of 51 years Terry. Sue leaves behind family in England, sisters Ann, Jayne, Leslie (deceased) and brothers Nigel and Michael.

Sue was a bright light in the lives of so many… a force of nature full of joy, strength, empathy and love.

She spent her life caring for others as a nurse and midwife and later as a mediator and workplace leadership coach. She completed her nurses’ training at the Gwent School of Nursing in Newport in 1970, two years later received her midwifery certificate, and in 1997 completed her Bachelor of Nursing Science while raising a family and working full time. She enjoyed a long career at the University Hospital of Northern B.C. for over 40 years.

Sue was a life long learner, extremely passionate about her work and always up for a challenge. She gave so much of her time, care, and expertise to her community; during her tenure with Northern Health she advocated and created programs for children and at-risk populations including the early childhood program “Make Children First.” Sue was a true healer, delivering beings into this world - she loved her time as a midwife - and holding others when they departed.

Sue was brilliant in her work and even more so in all other areas of her life; truly in her element outside, happiest getting her hands in the dirt, lovingly caring for her large vegetable and flower gardens - she had an especially exuberant appreciation for the blossoms of her beloved Scarlett runner beans. She loved to watch the birds with a cup of tea in hand (there was nothing a cuppa couldn’t solve), and rejoiced in the thrill of finding one of their nests in the spring. Sue was forever an English country farm girl at heart, strongest head girl and captain of all the teams, riding her bicycle fast down the rural back roads with one sister on her handlebars and another holding on to the back.

The unbound joy Sue found in riding her bike, she found in everything, and expressed it without reservation. She danced and sang while she cooked, and she didn’t even like cooking. She was an excellent speaker and storyteller with a wicked sense of humor, full of countless tales of her hilarious misadventures.

She was curious and empathetic with a genuine interest in others, always keen to understand more about any subject she came across.

All the care Sue gave to other people was returned to her in the last few years. Her husband Terry and daughters Emma and Zoe lovingly and tirelessly cared for her for two years as her disease progressed, and during her last few days, the nurses and staff at the hospice house were wonderful and kind in providing a peaceful, respectful setting for Sue as she transitioned out of this life.

Her family would like to extend further thanks to her true friends: Thorine Goodall, who always visited when she was in town and never forgot a Christmas gift; Lois Bertrand and Linda Tyson who became friends during their early years at the hospital together and continued to celebrate birthdays long after retirements; Terry Fedorkiw for the many magically prepared and delicious fish pies; and Rita Martin, who was ever ready to visit with fresh baking. Terry would especially like to thank his and Sue’s wonderful daughters, Zoe and Emma, for their endless support over the last two years.

And because Sue always had on the widest brimmed hats during the summer and regularly exclaimed that she could “never live in a hot country!”, we will be having her celebration of life in late spring before it gets too bloody hot out.

Dec. 8, 1945-Feb. 9, 2024 It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our wonderful mother Bette, at the age of 78. She passed away peacefully at home. Mom is survived by her children Denise (Barry) and Darren, sisters Marie (Joe) Whitney and Luci (Phil) Redmond, brothers Dave (Freda), Al (Mary), Gerry, and Jim, as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her loving partner Russell, her parents Mathew and Theresa, brothers John (Edna) and Bernie, sister Cecilia, and brother-in-law Phil.

Mom was raised in Prince George, and always dreamed of moving back. As soon as both of her kids left Edmonton to start their new lives, she took the opportunity to move back home.

Mom was resilient and private. She had a successful custom tailor business before moving back to Prince George and becoming an active volunteer with the Auxiliary to University Hospital of Northern BC, a passion that she continued with for the remainder of her life.

She enjoyed gardening, working at the Hospital Auxiliary thrift shop, and watching the Knowledge Network. Bette will be deeply missed by her family, and friends too numerous to count.

A celebration of life will be announced at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Auxiliary to University Hospital of Northern BC.

Each loss is very different, The pain is so severe.

Wil I ever stop missing This one I loved so dear?

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 I shed tears.

Yet I’m glad He loaned you to me And we had these many years.

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Bruce Minchin

November 22, 1931 – February 21, 2024

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ruce Minchin passed away February 21, 2024. He is survived by his daughter Heather (Gary) Hannam and their children; Daniel Hannam, Lisa (CJ) Jackson and Rebecca Campbell and her children, Kaitlyn, Derek and Jordan.

He is also survived by a large extended family.

He was predeceased by his wife of 70 years, Maisie (Martha) Minchin on January 10, 2024; his son Robert Minchin in 2012, as well as all of his siblings.

Dad was heartbroken at the passing of mom only six weeks prior to his death. We know that he is with her now, continuing on as the mostly silent, devoted, steadfast and intelligent partner that he always was.

The two met in Lillooet and were married there in 1953. They were an awesome team. Rob and I were always loved and very well cared for. I did not realize until much later in life just how fortunate we were to have been raised by these two outstanding people.

Dad was born in 1931 in Saskatchewan and moved to BC as a young adult to work for the Pacific Great Eastern Railway (which later became BC Railway).

He and one of his brothers, Lorne, worked in the Lillooet area initially.

Dad worked up and down the rail line--Squamish, Lillooet, Williams Lake and Prince George. He began his career as a labourer, then heavy equipment operator but most years were as a carman and a crane operator. He was often away working at derailment sites.

Over his years on the railroad, he had many close encounters with serious, potentially fatal, workrelated incidents but he was a highly intelligent individual who was able to recognize risk and stayed out of harm’s way.

He was a very active, long standing and highly respected member of Freemasonry. Just like his family, he embraced his Masonic family and was very dedicated. He played roles in the Masonic Orders, the Order of the Eastern Star, as well as Job’s Daughters.

Growing up on the farm in Saskatchewan, he was only able to attend school until Grade eight--he completed grades nine and ten via correspondence. He

worked the family farm as well as helping neighbouring farmers.

His quiet and calm demeanor made him a valuable asset when it came to training and handling the workhorses. Later, dad was always ‘complaining’ about ‘those hayburners’ when our family had horses but, while he did not enjoy riding them as much as the rest of the family, he thoroughly enjoyed working with them from the ground.

Over the years there were many ‘dadisms’ that seemed unique to my dad and I still use some of them myself. When working on something that maybe the finer details weren’t as important as we were making them out to be, he’d often ask “would a guy going by on a galloping horse notice?”. About a year ago, I was picking him up to take him to an appointment and he looked a bit ‘off’, I asked him what was wrong and his answer was “I feel like I’m chasing a fart through a keg of nails!”. I wasn’t sure if I should take him to the doctor or straight to the ER. (He had the flu and was feeling better the next day.) Another favourite was “if bullshit was a brass band, he’d have music wherever he goes”, this would be aimed at the odd politician and a select few.

You always had to be paying attention when dad spoke otherwise you would miss these amusing descriptions he quietly delivered on a daily basis. I knew whenever he was really ill because his sense of humour would be absent, and likewise, I knew when he was getting better because it became a constant again.

During a recent hospital stay, dad was telling me about the highest elevations along the rail lines. I thought to myself, oh sure, how could he possibly know this?

While he rattled off the various elevations and their locations, I was on my phone Googling, of course, and he was correct, every time! He’d been retired for so many years but he had such an amazing memory for things like that.

He was kind, generous, thoughtful, loving, full of laughter, uncomplaining; and a remarkable man, husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend.

He will be missed, very much. So many happy memories left behind though and that’s the mark of a life well lived.

There will be a celebration of both their lives on March 30, 2024 at the Hilliard Clare Masonic Hall, 480 Vancouver Street, at 1:00 pm.

Condolences may be offered at www.AssmansFuneralChapel.com

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Gary William Lefebvre

Norman Patrick Ferris February 23, 1946 - February 27, 2024 We are so sorry to announce the passing of an incredible man, our beloved legend Norman Patrick Ferris. After a brief battle with C, he left after 78 years on this planet. He was an incredible son, husband, father, grandfather, and the most loyal friend. Norm was an inspirational, loving, kind, generous soul who has left his love filled values on so many in this world. He cherished his diverse family, loved his near 60 year career, had a passion for life and enjoyed his 60 year relationship with the ‘56. Always quick with a joke, birthday wishes and a phone call to say hi. He was so proud of his kids, grandkids, and his Irish heritage. He was always there to lend an ear or a hand, or offer an influential quote to help anyone in time of need. All this, while living with the pain of being predeceased by his father, two sons, a granddaughter and then finally his mother. Always so proud and happy to see his grandkids and loved his family time. He enjoyed reminiscing of the times gone by with a rum or 2 laughing and giggling the whole time. This man was a pillar of the world we all live in and will be remembered for the larger than life soul he was.

He was never one to dwell on the downs but was always the first to shed an optimistic view on the subject at hand. He will be missed by so many and will be forever in our hearts.

With love and admiration from all of your offsprings.

Vicki Romanin (Rivera) Oct 29, 1960 - Feb 20, 2024 The hardest thing I’ve done is to write about the passing of my wife, partner, mother and friend of the planet……

Vicki Romanin passed away peacefully on February 20, 2024 at Squamish Hospice surrounded by her husband Michael, children Daria, Liam, and her brother Derek. Her step children Allegra and Jordan were in her heart as well. Predeceased by her Father, Mother and Brother: Dario, Wilma and Brad. Her short and intense battle with bile-duct cancer took her life oh so quickly since diagnoses.

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.

It is with our profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary William Lefebvre on February 11, 2024. Gary, 45 years of age, of Prince George BC, passed away after sustaining a workplace injury on January 31, 2024. He was a charismatic, loving, and humorous person who spread joy and calm wherever he went.

He leaves behind his soul-mate Christina; beloved son Brody; parents Barb and Roger; grandparents William and Elizabeth Abbott (and family), Jeff (Teresa and family); mother-in-law Elizabeth Lundie, Nadine (Brian), Phil (Stephanie and family) and numerous family and friends.

A life so joyously lived deserves to be remembered. Please join us to Celebrate Gary’s Life wearing bright colors on March 16, 2024 at Immaculate Conception Hall (non-denominational service) at 1pm.

In place of sending flowers, we invite you to donate online through the website icschool.ca or school office and New Beginnings Men’s Shed.

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

Condolences may be offered at www.AssmansFuneralChapel.com

Vicki was so very full of life; born in Prince George, now living in beautiful Whistler and all its outdoor beauty. Vicki was a vivid part of Whistler and Sea to Sky as a Dentist, an avid ultramarathon runner, backcountry skier, hiker and animal lover. Vicki accomplished so much in her short 63 years that most people could not imagine. Running in the Italian Alps for 350km in heat and snow and coming in first in her age group in the prestigious Tor des Geants was just one of her many accomplishments. Her endless smile, even in adversity, made all that knew her smile along with her!

A celebration of life will take place in her hometown of Prince George on March 30, 2024 at the Elder Citizens Recreation Association 1:30- 4:30 P.M., and in Whistler at “The Point” Artist Centre on June 22.

As in her generous way, she gave the gift of sight to the Eye Bank Transplant Society; there are now two people seeing through her eyes. Her wishes include giving to the Blood Bank which is greatly in short supply, the Liver Cancer Research Foundation or your local SPCA.

Forever loved and missed…….

Her loving husband of 30 years.

Michael Rivera

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Arnold (Sonny) Norberg

Doug Henning

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father and husband, Doug Henning on January 27, 2024. He is survived by his wife Jeanne Henning, his daughter Lena & James Gordon, son DJ (Tyler) & Kay Anderson, and grandson Clinton Henning.

He peacefully passed away, surrounded by his family, Doug was born into a loving family in his hometown of Bowmanville, Ontario with 6 other siblings. He later moved to BC to start his own life where he met his wife and daughter and had his son. We would like to personally thank all the staff at UHNBC of Prince George for all the love and support the they showed us and Doug in his final time of need.

Celebration of life April 13/24 at 1-5pm Location 4222 Highway 16 West, Prince George, BC V2N 5N7 Bon Voyage Banquet Room.

Funeral in his home town will be held on August 9th at 1330 Haines Rd Bowmanville.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Arnold (Sonny) Norberg at the age of 95 years.

Dad is survived by his son Doug (Ingeli) and daughter Denise (Don) Wasnik, Grandchildren: Aaron, Casey (Simon) Ritchie, Nicholas (Elina), Johannes (Mikaela), Adam (Lindsy), Michelle (Cory) Landry, Great Grandchildren: Hayden, Matthew, Ivan, Piper and Joar. He is pre-deceased by his wife Phylis, oldest son Wayne and his 4 younger brothers: Ray, Gerald, Duane & David.

Dad was born and raised in Kaslo, BC and surrounding areas. He played many sports growing up including hockey (using catalogues as pads), baseball (a feared and respected left-handed pitcher), he enjoyed hunting & fishing and was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He met and married his beautiful wife Phylis in Kaslo and had their 2 sons there before moving to Prince Rupert for work in the Pulp Mill. While there they had Denise then moved on to Prince George. Dad worked for Canfor, helping to start up both Pg Pulp and Intercon Pulp. He retired from Canfor as a well-respected Supervisor. He enjoyed traveling, golfing, curling, being a hunting guide, having fun with his kids, Grandkids & Great Grandkids.

He had so many stories to tell about his life and his experiences, they are unforgettable. He will be missed by us all. A celebration of life will be in Kaslo, BC, in mid-May. In Lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the BC Arthritis Society.

To leave a personal message of condolence please see Thompson Funeral Service website: https://www.thompsonfs.ca

LESLIE HENRY BROWN 1947 - 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Les Brown on the 18 February 2024 after a long battle with COPD and diabetes. He is survived by his wife Phyllis of 52 years, daughters Hollie and Kristi, sisters Judith Brown and Dianne Sprague, numerous nephews, nieces and many good friends. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Kenneth and Douglas and sister Gailene Faye.

Les was born in Lestock, Saskatchewan on the 27 October 1947 to parents Art and Doris Brown. He and his family moved to the Prince George area in 1956 where Les grew up, attended school, graduating from PGSSS in 1965. He played Little League and Pony League baseball, raised a young family and worked as a welder in the trucking industry. The family moved to Coquitlam in 1987 where he resided until his passing.

He will be remembered as a great husband and father; for his quick wit and good humour and his famous barbecued ribs and deep fried turkeys.

The family will have a private gathering at a future date to honour him. We are devastated for the loss of such a profoundly impactful man.

Always loved and will never be forgotten...

Obituaries

Raymond Banville 1949-2024

One Final

Gift Raymond Banville, 74, of Prince George, passed away on January 8, 2024 in Airdrie Alberta after a year long battle of medical complications due to Dementia.

Raymond was born on February 14, 1949, to Auguste and Flavie Banville in Saint Quentin, New Brunswick. He then moved to Terrace, British Columbia for work.

Raymond landed work as a welder for Salton Fabricating / Wellons for a large portion of his working career. In the coming years, he met his first wife Shirley Landry, and they wed in 1970, going on to have 2 children, Michael and Nicole Banville. He later moved to Prince George where he met Diane MacKenzie. He and Diane had a long life together, forming a family and raising Nicole, Michael, and stepson Chevalier.

Ray was a force of nature, determined to provide for his family and give them the life he felt they deserved. His family meant more to him than anything else in the world, something he often mentioned. He was always patient with his family and always did his best to support them.

He was a passionate craftsman and could often be found building or fixing things when he wasn’t at work. He achieved a Journeyman Certificate in 1966 for welding at Institut d’Orientation des Métiers du Quebec. He was well respected in the forestry industry and made many life long friends that he worked with and shared personal time with.

Anyone who knew Raymond knew that he was the most loving and honest father a family could ask for. Ray was predeceased by his daughter Nicole and his three brothers; Roger, Bertin, and Maurice. He is survived by his son Michael Banville, his grandchildren: Triston, Preston, and Sadie, his brother Julien, his sisters; Lorraine and Pierrette and his stepson Chevalier.

There will be a celebration of life on May 3 2024 at 11:00am at the Coast Prince George Hotel (Nechako Room).

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

As you share the stories and the memories of how they lived their lives and how very much they meant, may you find comfort...

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Whitby Mowbray on February 10th, 2024. After a long and courageous battle with illness, Don peacefully crossed the bar in the comfort of his home, surrounded by loved ones.

Born to Angele Desire Kleine and Victor Ernest Alfred Mowbray on February 21st, 1938, in Edam, Saskatchewan, Don was just shy of his 86th birthday at his time of passing.

Known for his endless stories, natural curiosity, and love of Canadian history, Don was a kind and thoughtful man who always had time to listen and support those around him. Having conducted his life and business with utmost integrity, his discipline and perseverance truly defined his path in life.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years Elaine Janet (Hargrave) Mowbray, daughter Lee-Ann Margaret (Mowbray) Pickett, son Allan Daniel Mowbray (Teresa), daughter Sabrina Marie (Mowbray) Angus (Chris), grandchildren Michael, Daniella, Elizabeth, Benjamin, Callum and Abigail, and great-grandchildren Kylie, Bentley, Noah, Aurora, and Ophelia.

The fourth born child of five, Don leaves behind brother Victor Mowbray (Sally), sister Marion (Mowbray) Irons, sister Doris (Mowbray) Rogers, and several nieces and nephews.

Don was predeceased by his father Victor Ernest Alfred Mowbray (1882-1947), his mother Angele Desire (Kleine) Mowbray (1905-1986), and his eldest brother William Joseph Mowbray (19292011).

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY BUYING COIN COLLECTIONS!!

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Your guide to shopping for shelves From classic straight shelves to wall-mounted cubes and modular models, shelving units of all kinds can provide the perfect blend of function and form for a room. So which type should you choose? Here are a few tips to help you shop.

INTENDED USE The items you’ll place on the shelves will affect your choice of material (wood and shampoo bottles, for example, don’t go well together) and style.

After all, a shelf designed to support stuffed animals or delicate trinkets won’t withstand the weight of heavy books. Keep in mind that slotted shelving units (where the brackets are inserted into slots) are usually more solid than those with builtin brackets and that overloading your shelves can damage your walls.

APPEARANCE Of course, your shelves should harmonize nicely with the overall design of the room. Wood shelves are a good choice for a rustic decor, colourful plastic shelves are great for a playroom, and metal shelves look nice in industrial settings. A word of advice: avoid textured shelves, which collect a ton of dust.

PLACEMENT Finally, make sure that your shelves won’t get in the way of opening doors or windows and that no one risks bumping into them or knocking over their contents.

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How to get the cottagecore look at home 3 tips for savvier furniture shopping If you love wildflowers, crafting, embroidery, plants and a fairy tale-like esthetic, the cottagecore look may be right for you.

This trendy style evokes the atmosphere, lifestyle and romanticism of English country hou­ ses. Fortunately, you don’t have to live in a literal cottage to get the look.

Here’s how to bring this design style into your home.

THE WALLS To create a dreamy and poetic atmosphere, paint the walls in pastel tones. Alternatively, apply a flowery wallpaper. Just make sure the print isn’t too busy, as this can overwhelm the space.

THE FLOOR Whether it’s wood or ceramic, light flooring is a good fit for the cottagecore look.

If you add a rug, consider choosing a white or beige macramé model.

THE FURNITURE Wood, wicker, rattan and other natural materials con­ tribute to a country esthetic.

Look for chairs, tables, beds and other fur-

When furnishing a room, a little planning goes a long way. Most importantly, it helps you avoid making impulse purchases and selecting furniture that’s the wrong size.

Here are some tips to help you make the right home decor choices.

1. IDENTIFY YOUR PRIORITIES Before you start furniture shopping, list every­thing you need in order of importance. This will help you determine how much of your budget to put toward each item. For instance, if you have trouble sleeping, you may decide to splurge on your mattress rather than on a dresser or vanity.

Or, if you work from home, you may want to spend a little extra on an ergonomic office chair.

niture made of these materials. Vintage and antique pieces are also on theme.

THE ACCENTS Floral prints and botanical fabrics will set the right tone. Plants are a must, but consider incorporating dried or fresh flowers into the space as well. Handmade items, vintage dishware and folk art pieces are also a good fit.

To create the cottagecore look in your home, visit shops and antique dealers in your area.

2. LOOK FOR DEALS Once you’ve planned your purchases, it’s time to bargain hunt. Be on the lookout for sales and promotions, but keep in mind that sometimes you need to be patient to take advantage of the best discounts. If the item you’ve set your sights on is unlikely to drop in price, see if your

Refresh your kitchen with the right hardware A simple, cost-effective way to give your kitchen a mini-makeover is by changing the knobs or hand­ les on your cupboards and drawers. You’d be surprised how much of a difference this simple upgrade can make! But with so many styles to choose from, how do you pick the right one?

PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS Before you purchase your new hand­les, measure the distance between the holes used to secure the current ones so that you can avoid drilling again. If your cabinet doors open back-to-back, make sure that the handles won’t knock together if you open two cabinets at once. It’s also a good idea to test various knob, handle and pull options, as some are easier to manipulate than others, especially for people with larger hands.

ESTHETIC CONSIDERATIONS A copper finish for country decor, wide handles for a modern kitchen — the hardware you choose should complement your kitchen’s colours and style. Make sure that their finish matches that of your plumbing fixtures, appliances and door hinges. As for the visual impact of your new pulls, the choice is yours: should they blend in or stand out?

Outfit your kitchen cabinets and drawers with knobs, handles or pulls that match the finish of your appliances and plumbing.

local retailers can suggest solutions. For example, you may be able to get a deal on display models or pieces that have slight imperfections.

3. THINK LONG-TERM Make smart investments by choosing styles that have a timeless look and don’t merely reflect the current fad. If you want to indulge in a few trendy pieces, opt for inexpensive items that you can sell or donate in a few years.

Finally, consider making an effort to buy locally. You don’t have to go far to find talented furniture makers and well-curated furniture stores.

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Welcome to the face of Century 21 Energy Realty Please meet our amazing team. Whether you are buying or selling, we would love to hear from you and make your home dreams become a reality.

Our Property Management Department offers a wide range of rental properties available to rent, as well as we can provide management services for your investment and strata properties.

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Shawn McLaughlin *PREC Owner/Sales Representative 250-640-5478

Shawna Kinsley Associate Broker Sales Representative, Home Girls 250-552-2757

Melissa Pineau Sales Representative Serving Mackenzie 250-997-1054

Gordon Langer Sales Representative 250-565-4663

Jessica Davey Sales Representative 250-301-6398

Elisha Flynn Sales Representative 250-981-9898

Gurinder Paul Sales Representative 250-613-1333

Tyson Witala Sales Representative 250-981-8084

Paul Wilson Sales Representative 250-552-3559

Rob Clarke Sales Representative 250-719-8080

Carla Hamborg Sales Representative Home Girls 250-612-7968

Joe Postnikoff Sales Representative 778-675-4663

Lindsey Hamborg Sales Representative 250-617-4506

Steve Burt Sales Representative 778-675-9515

Amit Jassal Sales Representative 778-994-5441

Clare Monahan Sales Representative 250-640-6787

Ryan Balbirnie Sales Representative 250-945-9169

Ana Evasin Sales Representative 250-552-2577

Tarissa Boulding RBC Mortgage Specialist 250-819-5130

Kelly Green Leasing Manager 250-564-2100

Ashley Gray Receptionist 250-564-2100

1310 5th Avenue | Prince George, BC V2L 3L4 | 250-564-2100 | www.century21.ca/energyrealty

Four decorating tips for a stylish hallway Decorating a hallway can prove quite challenging, especially if it’s particularly long and narrow. Add some character to this oft-neglected part of your home with these simple style tips.

1. Be bold with patterns and colours. Have fun with textures and colours to give your hallway some personality. When choosing your paint or wallpaper, keep in mind that light colours such as pastel pink, sky blue and pale green are great for achieving a bright, luminous atmosphere, while darker tones like deep purple, navy blue and pine green create a more cozy feel.

2. Showcase your art collection. Why not transform your hallway into a custom mi­ niature art gallery? Personalize the space with a family photo wall, or frame different sizes of artwork for an eclectic look.

3. Create storage space. Make the most of underused space by equipping your hall­ way with shelves, hooks and other storage systems. Just be careful to not clutter the area or impede circulation through the hallway with items that are too bulky.

4. Light it up. If your hallway is stuck in the shadows, make it more inviting by adding some light fixtures. Create a warm atmosphere with a classic ceiling light, or put up some string lights for a fairy-tale glow.

GO FOR GOLD. Energy Realty would like to welcome Pankaj Sharma to our team of talented Sales Representatives.

Pankaj would be pleased to assist you with your real estate needs.

Pankaj Sharma Sales Representative 250-640-7794

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super cute 2 bed, 1 bath home has been top to bottom renovated. Exterior updates include new metal roof and vinyl siding with extra insulation underneath.

263 BOYD ST., $354,900

Excellent 5 bed, 2 bath home with separate basement entrance for suite potential.

Fenced spacious back yard with sundeck.

Carling Groves Realtor® 250-570-7439

Matt Petkau Realtor® 250-617-8179

Grace Purdey Realtor® 250-612-2238

Jonathan Bonnett Realtor® 250-640-0500

Linda Stacey Property Manager 250-562-6228

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NORTH NEWLANDS RD., $185,000

Private 161 acres of farmland. 100 acres in hay fields with the rest treed. Aprox. 1.5 Hr drive from Prince George.

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Mike Hurrell Realtor® P.R.E.C. Managing Broker 250- 981-3100 10 years MLS Sales Award Winner 2007, 2009-2022

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7078 HARVARD CRES., $380,000

First time on the market for this 3 bedroom 1 bath home! Quietly nested away in the lower college heights area.

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7204 ALDEEN RD., $199,900

Development potential! - Flat private city serviced lot (100’ x 150’) in Lafreniere has the potential to be divided in 2 (rezoning required) or can be used as for your own custom build.

970 LOWER PATRICIA BLVD., $399,900

Fully fenced and secure double light industrial lot has quonset and large paved parking area.

Quonset is approx. 1000 sq ft with 14’ loading doors at front and back. M1 zoning.

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41055 GRAY RD., $319,500

Rare opportunity for outdoor enthusiast to own a home with large shop on 70.62 acres of farmland attached to the beautiful Fraser River.

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4250 BAKER RD., $319,900

3 Bedroom / 2 Bath home in a great neighborhood boasting view of mountains from the easily accessible back porch, located off the dining room.

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1254 GENEVIEVE CRES., $429,900

3 bed 2 bath home with large paved drive-way, spacious carport with backyard access and separate basement entry.

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6076 CALEDONIA CRES., $429,900 Gorgeous 4 bed, 2 bath home in lower College Heights.

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1724-1732 TAMARACK ST., $469,900

Clean duplex with suites on each side. It is turn-key and fully rented with room to grow revenues.

2425 ELLISON DR., $479,900

Well maintained spacious 3 bed, 4 bath home close to Parkwood shopping center. This home is a great choice with a single car garage, large private backyard and new roof as of 2023 as well as being fully accessible with indoor elevator.

6 bedroom, 2 bath home on 5.03 acres near Tabor Lake! Beautifully treed with loads of privacy and room for storage.

Bonus separate basement entry complete with a full kitchen, and bath.

8384 CANTLE DR., $769,900

New 7 bedroom build on nearly half acre Lot. Comes complete with a 2/3 bedroom legal self contained basement suite.

Price does not include GST.

1368 FOREMAN RD., $623,900

Impressive 5 bed, 4 bath newer custom cape cod country home. Boast iconic wrap-around deck and above ground basement suite, sitting on a beautiful treed 1.64 acre city serviced lot. Open plan on main floor with 9 ft. ceilings, hickory cabinetry and ample counter space. Suite is currently used as AirBnB but could easily be used for a long term rental.

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11365 HAROLD RD., $1,099,900

Enjoy the gorgeous westward Nechako Valley sunset views with this 6 bed, 5 bath beautiful custom home with shop. Boast vaulted ceilings and floor to ceiling windows.

6505 Burkitt Rd., $499,900

Hart location close to schools, shopping, etc. 3 bed, 2 bath home with landscaped backyard, covered deck, and RV Parking in addition to the double garage.

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6560 CHILAKO STATION RD., $699,900

Chilako River Ranch - A gorgeous secluded 188 acre riverfront property boast south facing 3 bed, 2 bath home with fenced pastures, hay barns and plenty of shelter.

7780 Southridge Ave

WESTERN ACRES DEVELOPMENT, $14,650,000 PG Motor Court 867 17TH AVE., $1,399,900 Profitable well-kept turn-key motel has fantastic financials and established clientele!

14 Renovated stand-alone cabins/units and a caretaker/manager suite. Financials available upon request.

383 acre development property located on the rapidly developing western part of Prince George. Property is adjacent to city services, includes over 1,780 ft. of highway frontage with commercial zoning and looks to have good gravel resources to lower development costs.

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6623 BENCH DR., $747,000

5 Bed, 2 Bath home situated on private 1.32 acres of riverfront in the highly sought Nechako Bench.

9675 CLOVER RD., $569,900

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Accessible 3 Bed, 2 bath, open concept loft style luxury condo with private elevator and extra large garage.

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132 THACKER CRES., $499,900

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102 2422 VANIER DR., $674,900

5483 DALHOUSIE DR., $569,900

4 Bed, 3 bath updated sprawling Rancher with basement and huge garage/shop.

Main level boast brand new kitchen with center prep island and so much more!

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Fabulous 5 bedroom home located in Heritage area with double car garage, large beautiful private fenced yard accessible for RV parking. Plus many updates including Hot water tank in 2018, kitchen, bathroom and laundry!

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899 BURDEN ST., $514,900

Spotless 4 bed, 3 bath home boasting cherry hardwood floors throughout, separate casual and formal dining areas plus a covered roof top deck/porch overlooking the spacious backyard.

185 WADE ST., $489,900

LOT 1 WESTERN RD., $219,900 1.2 Acres - 198 Ft. Frontage LOT 2 WESTERN RD., $219,900 1.13 Acres - 198 Ft. Frontage LOT 4 WESTERN RD., $219, 900 1.06 Acres - 123 Ft. Frontage LOT 5 WESTERN RD., $219, 900 1.06 Acres - 123 Ft. Frontage LOT 6 WESTERN RD., $219, 900 1.06 Acres - 123 Ft. Frontage LOT 7 WESTERN RD., $199,900 1.06 Acres - 123 Ft. Frontage LOT 8 WESTERN RD., $179,900 1.06 Acres - 123 Ft. Frontage LOT 9 WESTERN RD., $209,900 1.06 Acres - 123 Ft. Frontage LOT 10 WESTERN RD., $219,900 1.06 Acres - 123 Ft. Frontage

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Beautiful updated 4 bed, 3 bath home in Heritage location close to parks, walking trails and other amenities. Boast excellent layout with plenty of storage and natural light making this the ideal home for a growing family!

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***All Lots fully City Serviced, 0% Financing available O.A.C for Licensed Builders, Cash Discounts available.***

UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS DEVELOPMENT, $19,999,900

111.62-acre premiere development property offers stunning city views from almost the entire property. Will accommodate 300-500 single family residential and / or mixed use commercial multi-family lots.