April 18, 2012 by Prince George Free Press

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Prescription drugs found in dumpster ■ disposal questions raised

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Packages and bottles of unopened prescription drugs don’t belong in a city dumpster, but that is exactly where a resident found buckets of them. A local mom who’s down on her luck got a surprise when she went dumpster diving Easter weekend in one of the bins behind the clinic at Spruceland Mall. ‘Marsha’ (not her real name as she would prefer to avoid embarrassing any of her kids) is having a tough go of it. A single mom of three, a reformed drug addict with a record, she is having problems with the system and making the dollars stretch far enough to feed all of her children. Bottles, scrap metal, copper wire – all of these items can be sold. So sometimes, in the darkest part of the night, she pulls on jeans and a jacket and takes her beat-up old car to the city’s dumpsters, going through the trash of others as she tries to earn enough money for groceries. She almost walked past that particular dumpster on that particular night. From experience she knew it usually held little of value anyway. But you just never know, right? She was shocked when she knocked away a cardboard box and saw the garbage bin was stocked with pharmaceuticals. “It was full of them,” she said. “There was everything from those old blood pressure cuffs that are full of mercury to barbiturates.” Marsha was torn about what to do. As a former drug addict, one look at the ‘treasure trove’ told her she’d be able to clear about three grand on the haul, and

whoever took it off her hands would likely earn $10,000 by the time the goods hit the street. But she has changed her life and doesn’t want to live that way anymore. So should she walk away? Leave it there for someone else to grab and abuse? Maybe someone too young, someone who didn’t understand some of that stuff was dangerous? She packed it up and took it to her mom’s carport. Then, more curious than anything, she began to sort. She filled tubs, recyclable shopping bags and a two and a half gallon pail then loaded them on the back of a trailer. There was diabetic medication, needles for insulin and many bottles, vials, pills and inhalers filled with medications like Adavair (asthma and COPD inhaler), Mavik (high blood pressure medication), Lipitor (for lowering cholesterol), Dovobet (for psoriasis), Rasilez (reduce blood pressure), Aldactazide (reduce blood pressure), Relpax (treats migraines), Cipralex (treats depression) and a cloth bag full of loose pills all the colours of the rainbow, some with letters, some looking like vitamins, but none with a clear purpose. Some of the medications she found included ingredients she knew, thanks to her past, were an important component for making crystal methamphetamine. As with most medications, many of those she found can cause minor to serious and even fatal side affects in some people. She said she really wasn’t tempted to sell the medications, however she was stymied over how to get rid of it and shocked they were disposed of in such a haphazard way.

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Brent Liston, a pharmacist at Reid’s Prescriptions, said they, along with most other pharmacies, belong to a program that helps them dispose of medications in an e n v i ro n m e n t a l l y sound way. The drugs are dumped into blue buckets, and when they’re full the company in charge of the program picks them up and ships them to Vancouver to be incinerated. “Prescriptions can’t be re-used,” Liston said, explaining the law doesn’t allow that to happen. “But they need to be destroyed in an environmentally sensitive way.” Liston added that even if they didn’t belong to the program, ethically medications should not be disposed of in that manner. When it comes to the samples some medical clinics get, Liston said they go back to the manuDe Ly nd a PILON/ Fre e Pre s s facturer. A local woman was shocked to find buckets, bags and bins of drugs disA representative posed of in a dumpster behind the south end of Spruceland Mall. from a local clinic explained to Marsha they were trash. said they return out-of-date medMarsha was encouraged by the donated by the family of a doctor ications to the drug rep, however B.C. Civil Liberties Association who recently passed away when she could not speak about the to tell the RCMP about her find. they cleared out his office. The protocols in other clinics. They, in turn, spoke with the clinic couldn’t use the medicaShe was unsure about any clinic, a privately owned facility, tion, so apparently disposed of legalities surrounding the issue, at Spruceland Mall. it by tossing it into a city bin. A but she said the drugs certainly Someone from the clinic spokesperson for the clinic could should not be thrown into the picked up the medications and not be reached at press time.

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On Saturday evening, in the formal setting of the Dr. Bob Ewert Memorial Lecture and Dinner Dan Le was presented with the Rising Star Health Service Award. Friday morning, in a decidedly less-formal setting in the Dr. Donald Rix Northern Health Sciences Centre at UNBC, the two talked about a variety of topics, but mostly health. “Sport and health are inextricably linked,” said Furlong, the CEO of the Vancouver Olympic Committee, who was the guest speaker at the Ewert dinner. “Sports are part of the network of living well. In playing sports, you learn about the fields of life.” Le, who received the first Rising Star award recognizing academic and leadership qualities and also spoke at the Ewert dinner, said he has been involved in a variety of sports. “When I was growing up in Regina, I played tennis, and competed at the provincial level. When I moved to Ontario for some high school, I played volleyball and also kept up in tennis and badminton. “Since I moved to Prince George, well, we have the Northern Sports Centre right here, which is great, and you’ve got the whole outdoors in your backyard.” Furlong, who spent a number of years in Prince George in the 1970s, said he has a special tie to UNBC and specifically the Rix building. “My son worked on this building, in its construction, so it’s nice to be back and see what a great building it is.” He said the story of UNBC, the Canada Winter Games and the cancer centre slated for completion later this year all tie into what he has noticed about any major undertaking. “What is special, is this is what happens when people dare to dream. You have to overcome so much from people who don’t believe it can happen. I had that experience with the Olympics. “But these things come to life when good people decide they’re going to happen. That’s what you’re going to see here.”

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In Brief Death Not Suspicious

Police say the death of the man found near Foothills Boulevard last week is not suspicious in nature. An autopsy was conducted on the remains of the remains Thursday. The deceased man was a 29-yearold Prince George resident. His name will not be released. The investigation has been handed over to the BC Coroner’s Service.

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Former VANOC CEO John Furlong speaks at a press conference Friday morning about the Dr. Bob Ewert Memorial Lecture and Dinner he was scheduled to be the guest speaker at on Saturday. Dan Le, the recipient of the first Rising Star Health Services Award, also spoke at the press conference. Le has his own dreams, and is doing his best to make sure they happen. “I’m in my third year in the program here, and I have to decide on a specialty. Oncology has always been a passion of mine, so that’s what I’m leaning towards. I hope to have the chance to work at the cancer centre here.” If he does, he’ll have a better knowledge than most of what went into the building, since he was one of the people who helped develop the Northern Cancer Control Strategy, and the groundwork for the centre. “I remember all the work that went into it, all the details we wanted to make sure were just right.” Specializing in oncology would be an obvi-

ous choice for Le, who has already done research work at the Ontario Cancer Institute and at Oxford University in the United Kingdom. “We have an exceptional program here,” he said, “with its focus on northern students and northern issues.” Fulrong said Le’s attitude is an example of what will drive the city and the region forward in the coming years. “This is creating an attitude that people want to be part of. You’re going to be run over by a tidal wave of emotion when the Canada Winter Games are here. “You’re in perfect position to take advantage of that emotion.”

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“We are in.” That was the reaction from people like northern B.C.’s United Way executive director Trevor Williams and Prince George Mayor Shari Green, who both spoke during an announcement last week revolving around an organized effort to find strategies to reduce poverty in the province. Prince George is one of seven communities chosen to take part in a pilot project, one initiated through a partnership between the province and the Union of B.C. Municipalities, which will include community partners and input from lowincome families as well as the general public. Mary McNeil, Minister of Children and Family Development, said the plan isn’t just to be there with emergency help, but to allow people to springboard out of poverty and into a better life. “One size fits all

won’t work,” she cautioned as she spoke of the initiative. That’s one of the reasons the UBCM encouraged the province to use several different types of communities in this pilot project, including Cranbrook, Port Hardy, Surrey, New Westminster, Stewart and Kamloops. She added the government can’t solve the problem alone, and that including several partners in the enterprise will allow people to share innovative ideas and optimize the existing resources. Collaborating will allow them to capitalize on strengths and help design personalized plans that work. A community poverty strategy consultant will be appointed for each community and community teams will be formed. From the informed feedback gathered, action plans with measurable targets will be developed over the summer and then implemented in September.

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At the announcement were United Way’s Trevor Williams, chamber CEO Jennifer Brandle-McCall, Mayor Shari Green, Ministers Mary McNeil, Shirley Bond, and Stephanie Cadieux (front) and Coun. Murry Krause. Coun. Murry Krause, a member of the UBCM’s healthy communities committee, said the resolution to look at poverty in the province passed without hesitation at a meeting of the organization. He added that, because of his job, he sees first-hand the impact on people born into poverty, and he’s pleased with the design of the project, which demonstrates the part-

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Stephanie Cadieux, Minister of Social Development, reminded attendees that the city is one of five chosen to be part of the Family and Youth partnership pilot project as well, an initiative taking an integrated service approach to care with a focus on young families on income assistance. “It takes an entire community to grapple with issues like this,” said Prince GeorgeValemount MLA Shirley Bond, Minister of Justice and Attorney General. “Prince George is in. We are going to work really hard and come up with a plan.” That, she said, is the nature of the city, as is holding the partnership accountable in the fall to implement the plan, as promised.

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Province puts more money into highways Four-laning continues this summer between Prince George and Cache Creek

The premier said the plan is to start four-laning the stretch from the

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Phase two of the Cariboo Connector Expansion is ready to go forward, with the province set to fourlane 30 kilometres more of highway between Prince George and Cache Creek, beginning this summer. Premier Christy Clark made the announcement during her visit to the city on Friday, stopping at the Yellowhead Road and Bridge maintenance yard on the Hart, along with several other dignitaries including Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Blair Lekstrom, following a morning that included a cabinet meeting since so many members of the Liberal caucus were in Prince George. Clark likened the provincial government’s B.C. Jobs Plan to a body. The heart of the plan is families, the lungs are the economy, and the arteries are the province’s highways. “We know how important they are to livelihoods,” she said. So the government has committed $200 million over the next five years for phase two of the Cariboo Connector project, part of the $700 million, also committed over the next five years, to increase capacity on provincial highways and railways. Ensuring goods get to market and stimulating the economy will mean jobs for residents for generations, she said. “We want them for

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Premier Christy Clark announced the next phase of the Cariboo Connector project on Friday when she, along with several members of cabinet, visited the city. our kids. We want them for our grand-kids. We want to have jobs for a long time,” she said. She added this means ensuring the North is working and thriving. “Every part of this province including my family depends on the North,” Clark said. Prince George Mackenzie MLA Pat

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He agreed that the improvements will make for safer roads and easier transport of goods, leading to a thriving economy. “Our ancestors got it, we get it and I’m pleased to say this government gets it too. B.C. is all about transportation,” he said.

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ollowing a condemning report on the joint strike fighter program from the Auditor General Michael Ferguson earlier this month, Prime Minister Stephen Harper and his Conservative government finally admitted there were problems with their beloved F-35 jets. The report also accused the Department of National Defence (DND) for not being wholly open with the information it was giving to government and its bureaucrats, especially about the escalating cost estimates. It appears Mr. Harper suspected the jig was up when there was no mention of the F-35 jets in the budget speech other than to note that the CF-18 Hornets had to be replaced. Immediately after the Auditor General’s report was released, the Tories froze the spending for the F-35 program. Next, the government announced it was withdrawing DND’s ability to purchase new weapon systems and hand them off to Public Works. Obviously, this was a move to appear to be doing something and to deflect opposition criticism in the House of Commons. However, the $30-billion, and possibly growing, price tag on the F-35 jets isn’t new information for the Tories. In March 2011, Parliamentary Budget Officer Kevin Page noted the cost of the F-35 program would be closer to $30 billion because the $15-billion price tag DND was tossing around didn’t include ongoing training, personnel and operating costs. At the time, the Tory government and its MPs, representing Ottawa in our communities, stubbornly refused to admit costs were spiralling out of control for the F-35 stealth fighters, and pointed accusatory fingers at Mr. Page for not providing accurate fingers. Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo MP Cathy McLeod said Page was comparing “apples and oranges” when he accused the government of giving a lowball cost estimate. She, in turn, accused him of basing his costs on a 30-year maintenance program rather than the government’s 20-year estimate. While the federal Liberal Opposition hammered away at getting a true costing for the F-35 jets, the Harper government continued to defend the F-35s. This refusal to come clean and share the information with the House of Commons came to a head when the opposition passed a lack of confidence vote against the minority government and forced last year’s federal election. During the ensuing election campaign, the Conservatives continued to pull the wool over the nation’s eyes by denying the escalating cost and technical problems. They were rewarded for their evasiveness by being handed a majority government. It lends credence to the old adage you can fool all of the people some of the time. - 100 Mile House Free Press

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Connecting with the Cariboo

Don’t get me wrong, four-laning Highway Way back in the olden days, Mike Pearce was 97 is a good idea. Mike Pearce was probably the mayor of Quesnel. just ahead of his time. Little did he, or Gordon He had political aspirations and sought the Social Credit nomination in the riding of Cariboo Campbell know, it’s actually part of the B.C. Jobs Plan. It’s not really new stuff, but it’s still good North in 1991. One of his platform planks was stuff. four-laning Highway 97 from Cache Creek to While I didn’t get an answer to when Prince George. it would actually be completed back in He was soundly criticized by the 2006, I did get a comment that every New Democrats, who were poised Writer’s highway upgrade, from that date forto sweep into office; by people in ward, would be to four lanes. his own party, who saw the cost and Block Imagine my surprise when one of the didn’t want to commit; and by the Billphillips first highway upgrades following the public in general who thought the Cariboo Connector announcement in 2006 was to idea was daft and elected NDPer Frank Garden. put a passing lane on a stretch of road south of Then along came Gordon Campbell. On the Williams Lake, from the Lexington subdivision eve of the 2006 election, he announced the granto the Williams Lake Indian Band reserve. diose plan to four-lane Highway 97 from Cache Maybe I’m just getting a little bit jaded now, Creek to Prince George. but I wasn’t all that surprised to hear that one I remember attending the press conference. I of the stretches of roads pegged to be four-laned had only one question – when would all this get done? I didn’t get an answer. It would be done in this year is from, you guessed it, Lexington subdivision to the Williams Lake Indian Band phases as funds were available. reserve. It’s a prime example of a comment attributed I know I’m getting cynicalBe when I suggest, to another former Cariboo politician and a higha part of your communit Be a part of your Be ﬁrstto toboot. add to the story or read Be ﬁrst to add to the story or community read paper. knowing how the big boys with really big toys www ways minister, Comment online. neighbour thinks. a what your neighbour thinks. Be a at Highways like to play, that stretch of road voices Alexwhat Fraseryour was known for a quip that aBe good part of your community paper. part of your community paper. will likely be entirely ripped up and replaced in announcement should last several elections. online. Comment online. order to four-lane it. FlashComment forward again to 2012 and Christy Clark there’s more At least some work is getting done, even if it comes to town for a Liberal party fundraiser, could have been done a little efficiently and costso she has to announce something. Out comes icesgood for an voices effectively a few years ago. the Cariboo Connector …vo always voices And, the most important thing … there will announcement. Campbell did it just about every there’s more online » Wonline » year, so there’s more online » soon there’s more be a honkin’ big sign going up. why not Clark?

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of traffic, quite possibly hitting someone. I’ve seen a number of traffic-related The second possibility occurs when an items over the past few days, so I figured I eastbound driver moves toward the centre would drag them all into one place. line to avoid a pothole at the same time as Let’s start, as so many conversations in a westbound driver on the same Prince George do these days, street does the same thing. Diswith the potholes. It occurs tinct possibility of a meeting of to me there are two collision Allan’s the metal there. dangers posed by the potSwitching from potholes holes littering so many of the Amblings major streets in the city. AllanWishart to paint, I would suggest the intersection of 15th Avenue and First, you have the stanSpruce Street is an accident waiting to dard Prince George driver, who is doing happen right now. On two separate occaabout 70 down one of said streets (even sions on the weekend, I saw drivers comthough the speed limit is 50). He hits one of the larger potholes, various parts fly off ing out of Parkwood Mall who apparently the vehicle, and he veers into another lane didn’t realize they were in the left-turn

lane, and proceeded straight through the intersection. This caused some confusion (and possibly heart palpitations) in the driver in the lane next to them, who was in the correct lane for going through the intersection. Some paint on the lanes in that area would definitely help. I know that red-green colour blindness is known as Daltonism, but I don’t know if there’s a term for yellow-green colour blindness. That seems to be an affliction for a lot of drivers in Prince George. They can’t tell the difference between a green traffic light and a yellow one. Or maybe it’s just they got used to having the winter excuse of, “Well, the streets were icy and

I didn’t think I could stop in time.” Not going to work these days, people. I also saw another case of not knowing the difference between “yield” and “merge” on Saturday. A vehicle came out of Pine Centre onto Highway 97, where there is a “Yield” sign. The driver went straight through the sign without slowing down and forced his way into the traffic. He then made a right-hand turn onto Highway 16, where there is a “Merge” sign, and basically came to a full stop on the corner. In other words, he merged when he should have yielded, then yielded when he should have merged.

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In Provincial Court in Prince George on March 2: Cody J. Davis was found guilty of uttering threats and failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to 10 days in jail. Davis was also found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000 and a second count of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to 20 days in jail. Damien L.W. Taylor was found guilty of two counts of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to one day in jail. Taylor was also found guilty of a third count of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to seven days in jail. Dale A. West was found guilty of possession of property obtained by crime, sentenced to 147 days in jail and placed on probation for one year. West was also found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertak-

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Court docket ing or recognizance, failing to attend court when ordered to do so and two counts of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to 30 days in jail. West was also found guilty of two other counts of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to 60 days in jail. In Provincial Court in Prince George on March 5: Curtis B. Anthony was found guilty of assault and sentenced to 30 days in jail. Allan T. Baker was found guilty of operating a motor vehicle while prohibited, sentenced to 138 days in jail and prohibited from driving for five years. Baker was also found guilty of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and failing to stop a motor vehicle when ordered to do so and sentenced to 138

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Kaleigh M. Andrews was found guilty of driving without reasonable consideration for other persons using the highway, fined $1,000 and assessed a victim surcharge of $150. Robert P. Cluett was found guilty of operating a motor vehicle with a blood-alcohol

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Using the Bob Ewert Memorial dinner as a backdrop, Prince George MLAs Pat Bell and Shirley Bond announced up to $10 million for a teaching auditorium at the University Hospital of Northern B.C. The pair performed a humorous skit about the two of them trying to head off the Kelly Report. Deliv-

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Shorts They fell short of the championship round. The Northern Lights AA team didn’t make the final eight of the U19 division at the 2012 Tim Hortons Canadian Ringette Championships in Burnaby last week. The Northern Lights finished with an overall record of 2-5 in the tournament. The squad lost its final game on Thursday, 2-1 in overtime to their provincial rivals from the Lower Mainland Ringette League. The Northern Lights team featured players from Prince George, Quesnel and other northern B.C. communities. Ontario’s St. Clements team defeated an Alberta representative from Calgary 5-4 in the goldmedal final on Saturday.

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Biathlete Sarah Beaudry excels in skiing and shooting. She’s less experienced in public speaking. But that didn’t stop the 18-yearold Prince George product from talking in front of onlookers at Saturday afternoon’s 2015 Canada Winter Games launch event at Pine Centre Mall. In fact, she even showed off her skills in a second language, saying some words in French. Beaudry and four other athletes eligible to compete in the 2015 Games were on the same stage as provincial and federal dignitaries as the 2015 Canada Winter Games team revealed its logo and kicked off its volunteer drive. The provincial and federal governments committed to more than $22 million, nearly half of the Games’ approximate $50 million total budget. “It’s super exciting to have all this happening in Prince George, and to be able to get all the benefits of having this event in Prince George, like the new (biathlon) range we’ll be getting, is so exciting,” Beaudry said. “It’s a great way to promote biathlon even more and make it known more. It was just exciting being up with all of them, but at the same time I was really nervous about speaking in front of the crowd of people because I don’t get too much experience.” A Grade 12 student,

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Furlong would like to build a championship team, but he also wants to see the squad develop a deep relationship with the community and youth players. “Soccer is the only real global game where every single country in the world plays it, and it’s an easy game for children to play,” he said. “It’s inexpensive and I really think that it’s a global language where you want to try to obviously do everything you possibly can to make it possible for more people to get access to the game.” The 61-year-old immigrated to Canada from Ireland in 1974. Coming from Europe, he could see the impact of the sport in his own backyard. He said he was smitten by the game and its influence. He recalled watching the 1966 World Cup final in England, a 4-2 victory for the host country over West Germany, through a storefront window. “I can remember the names of the players on the England team that day that won the World Cup. I can’t remember what I was doing yesterday, but I could remember that,” he said. “These moments when something happens are so stunning and I remember saying to people that day that everybody is inside, every single person is watching.” Furlong’s visit to Prince George was centred around the eighth annual Dr. Bob Ewert Memorial Dinner and Lecture on Saturday evening at the Civic Centre, where he was the keynote speaker.

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John’s Furlong’s busy week didn’t only include a visit to Prince George for a pair of significant events on Saturday. The CEO of VANOC and the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and Whistler, Furlong added a title to his already impressive resume on Thursday, before even leaving for B.C.’s Northern Capital. Furlong’s latest appointment comes in soccer. He was named the new executive chair of Major League Soccer’s Vancouver Whitecaps. “The role is basically to lead the organization and work with the owners, work with the league and work with Canadian soccer to try to obviously develop a great franchise that’s already great,” Furlong said on Saturday afternoon at Pine Centre Mall, where he was a guest speaker at the 2015 Canada Winter Games logo, branding and volunteer drive launch event. “It’s been in the province for nearly 40 years, and (I’m going) to try to turn the franchise into a runaway great positive Canadian story so that every year we’re a team that represents Canada internationally, that we’re a team that everyone aspires to be like, that we’re a team that every child wants to play on, that we’re seen across the province as the ultimate achievement in soccer, that everybody wants to play for us.”

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Do you remember Moorhead, Minn. product Jordy Christian? Let me introduce you to his younger brother Bryant, a 1993-born forward who hopes to follow in his brother’s footsteps by playing for the Prince George Spruce Kings. The connection that led Bryant to the Spruce Kings Spring Prospects Camp on the weekend is obvious. Jordy suited up for the B.C. Hockey League team during the 2007-08 campaign, the squad’s top scorer that season with 39 goals and 45 assists for 84 points in 60 games. “Jordy had nothing but good things to say about the Spruce Kings. He just talked about the coaching staff and how they work with the players and how they develop players, and how it’s a hockey community,” Bryant said. “What Jordy liked is that all of the people are honest. If you have a bad game, they’re going to let you know. If you have a good game, they’re going to let you know, and that’s what Jordy really respected with the people here in Prince George.” Jordy, 23, went on to play NCAA Division 1 hockey for the St. Cloud State University Huskies and was finishing up a fouryear finance degree program this spring. Needless to say, he’s a role model for his younger brother. “What he does on the ice, I wish I could do half the things he can do, so I definitely look up to him. He’s always free to give advice and that’s what I love about him,” Bryant said. “He

used to give advice to little kids at the youth hockey rink and he’s always willing to talk to people.” Five years his junior, Bryant is used to being overshadowed by Jordy. But on the weekend, he was the only Christian on the ice. “As I’m getting older, the competitive field is levelling out and I think Jordy knows that and it scares him just a bit,” he said. “But me and Jordy, we have fun. We actually have a pond behind our house where we go and play during Christmas break and things like that. We like to go at it, definitely, heat of the moment. Some things happen. But at the end of the day, we’re brothers and we love each other and we always have fun together.” Bryant said he liked his chances, pointing towards the impressions he made with the staff. He said they treated him well all weekend. But he wasn’t going to start making travel arrangements for main camp in August until receiving an official invite. Almost 170 players skated on the weekend, making it the most highly attended spring camp. Competition was high, but as one of 42 players in Sunday’s Top Prospects Game, Bryant survived the first set of cuts. “I like to shut down. If there’s a top guy on another team, I’ll be able to shut him down offensively,” said Bryant, who’s graduating from high school this spring. “I take care of my own end first. I win some faceoffs and I’m able to set up guys. I think teammates like to play with me because I’m able to get the puck to them and they appreciate that.”

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There was one commitment of a local player confirmed on Monday night. Seventeen-year-old Prince George product Tanner Fjellstrom, a forward on the Cariboo Cougars major midget team this past season, will suit up for the Spruce Kings in the 2012-13 BCHL season. Fjellstrom played in all 40 regular-season games for the Cougars this past BC Hockey Major Midget League campaign, recording 20 goals and 31

assists for 51 points. He added two goals and two assists in four playoff games. Fjellstrom, second in team scoring behind Eli Jarvis (55 points), was also the Cougars’ captain. He helped the team reach its third consecutive league championship series. No stranger to the Spruce Kings, Fjellstrom suited up in several of the team’s games as an affiliate this past season. He now has the opportunity to be in their opening day roster in September.

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Free Press sports editor Alistair McInnis meets with VANOC CEO John Furlong on Saturday evening at the Civic Centre. at the end, individual stories of athletes overtiming pain and suffering to win medals, and our experiences supporting Canada, either live at events or in front of TV screens. Furlong talked about darker days he faced and how he and his Olympics organizing committee not only survived, but succeeded despite substantial obstacles. Key points he stressed to overcoming setbacks were teamwork, effort, passion, dedication, trust, excellence, creativity and sustainability. Economic downturns around the world and the U.S. recession created challenges in gathering financial support. Organizers overcame

those challenges with persistence and trust. Then, as the Games neared, Mother Nature did its part to affect planning with mild temperatures. Short of snow on Cypress Mountain, technicians brought in snow from higher up on the mountain and used wood and hay to build up the runs. They brought in snow from Manning Park, more than two hours east of Vancouver. That wasn’t the worst of it, as Furlong discussed the most terrible phone call to get. Georgian luger Nodar Kumartashvili’s tragic crash in Whistler left a black hole on the opening day of the Olympics. Furlong said that for a moment, he didn’t know what to do. He

was scared, and felt empathy towards the entire country. Furlong talked first about the efforts of teary-eyed Vancouver Police Department members as they escorted the body to the airport, and then about a woman he talked with, dying of cancer. He talked about how those encounters helped him overcome the loss and move forward. Furlong pointed out two major lessons learned. First off, to be great, you have to have a belief. Secondly, we all face dark days. Be the one to stand up and fight. It was a great speech, and I hope the 2015 Canada Winter Games organizers took in every word of it.

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Playbill Finnessee Music

May 3, the Finnessee music group performs at Artspace above Books and Company. Finnessee has one amazing fiddler and four women singing classics and original songs. They play classics from the past, folk, country, bluegrass, pop and gospel with an emphasis on two, three and four-part harmony. Tickets are available at Books and Company.

Womens’ Fest

Rockin’s River Resort presents the 5th annual Salmon Valley Women’s Festival, Aug. 10 to 12 on the banks of the Salmon River. Workshops, body work, card readers, vendors, food, entertainment. Volunteers, vendors, facilitators and participants needed to make this year another success. For more, see www.svwfest.com.

Antique fair brought out the buyers

Treasure hunters and passionate “pickers” had a field day over the weekend browsing through thousands of interesting items. The Hospice Society’s Antiques and Collectibles Fair brought out hundreds of attendees (and maybe even the sunshine) with its popular annual fundraising event. From rare old books, depression glass, porcelain dolls, vintage linens, 50s lamps, furniture, discontinued china, silver cutlery, jewellery, paintings, 1940s wheel chair, baby pram, action comic books, old-time box camera to a working Thomas Edison phonograph – and much more – there was something of interest for everyone. Vendors from all around B.C. and Alberta were ready with fascinating stories about their wares. Visitors came with quesTe re s a M A LLA M / Fre e Pre s s tions about the history of Del Tolsdorf shows off a Thomas Edison early phonograph at the Hospice Society fundraiser Antiques items on display and the and Collectibles Fair at the Roll-A-Dome on Sunday. The weekend event attracted several hundred value of heirlooms. treasure seekers.

ECRA Comedy

The drama club at the Elder Citizens Recreation Association (ECRA) presents new show Laugh Lines on Friday, April 27 at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 28 at 2 p.m., Sunday, April 29 at 2 p.m. Tickets $10 each. Children 12 and under, $5. Tickets are available at the ECRA office at 1692 Tenth Ave. or phone 250561-9381.

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Coffee with a reporter Stories come to reporters in a variety of ways. News releases, press conferences and phone calls are some. Sometimes you might think whatever story you have in mind isn’t worth a phone call or visit to the newspaper’s office, but is it worth a cup of coffee? Reporter DeLynda Pilon would like the chance to hear what you have to say so every Friday at 11 a.m. she will be having a coffee break at Zoe’s Java House at 1251 Fourth Ave., and is hoping you will drop by to chat. Or just stop in and introduce yourself.

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Eighteen years of growth. More than 15 inches of hair. Snip, snip. Prince George Airport director of operations Cuyler Green said Friday morning the time had come. “I’ve had this hair for over 18

years, and I said the only way I would cut it would be to raise money for a good cause.” That good cause turned out to be Locks for Love, an activity of the Canadian Cancer Society which sees donated hair go to make wigs for cancer patients who have lost their own hair. Just donating his hair wasn’t enough for Green, though. He

decided to do some fundraising at the same time by “auctioning” off the right to make the first cut. The highest donation would win. “We’ve raised over $2,500 so far,” he said Friday morning in the area of the airport where the clipping would happen. “I had two people donate $200 each, but neither of them could be here, so the honour goes to Jamie Smith, who donated $105.” Smith works under Green in the operations department, which may have caused Green some trepidation when he saw the garden shears Smith was planning to use. Oh, and being reminded it was Friday the 13th might not have helped. In the end, though, the hair came off and will be put to good use. And Green knows he’ll have to get used to a few new experiences. “I’m going to have to remember to put suntan lotion on the back of my neck now.”

Nove Voce, with the help of several special guests, has a round the world voyage planned for its audiences on May 5. The What a Wonderful World concert plays at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church with the local choral group being joined by District 57 Tapestry Singers, Maureen Nielsen on piano, Jose Delgado-Guevara on violin, Anna Scarpino on flute, Christ Potts on percussion, and Grey Prosser on trumpet. “These guests will help bring to life some of the great music from around the world including a Balinese Monkey Chant, two beautiful Hebrew love songs, lively Irish and East Coast Canadian ballads, a few great jazz classics and, of course, the Louis Armstrong standard What A Wonderful World,” said choir director Robin Norman. District 57 Tapestry Singers under the direction of Carolyn

Duerksen will be performing several selections including the Canadian classic I’se the By, a traditional Nordic piece, Vem Kan Segla, and Psalm 23, plus other selections. This award-winning ensemble will also be performing several pieces with choreography by local choreographer Kristen Helfrich. “We will be featuring the photography of Pearl Loerke during this performance,” said Norman. “Pearl is a young local photographer who has become known for her beautiful images. Her pieces will be featured during the concert slide show and several prints will be on sale in the lobby at intermission. The Nove Voce Choral Society presents What a Wonderful World concert at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church on May 5. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15, available at Studio 2880.

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Cuyler Green can’t bear to watch what Jamie Smith is doing as he makes the first (mock) cut of Green’s lengthy locks. Green used the chance to wield the scissors as a fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society, and donated his hair to the Locks for Love campaign.

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It was a time of discovery last week at Ron Brent Elementary. The school held its annual Aboriginal Awareness Week, with chances for students to learn more about First Nations culture as well as get hands-on experience with traditional crafts. “It’s an annual event,” said Aboriginal education worker

Suzette Prince. “We try to do it after Christmas, but not too late in the year, because things start to get busy.” In order to allow for the guest speakers and the crafts-making, some classes had to be cancelled, but Prince says it wasn’t mandatory. “It was the teacher’s choice in each class as to whether they wanted to cancel a class to allow for

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previous years. “We move them around so they don’t get the same group of students each year. They know what to expect when they come to the school.” While she likes to change up the speakers to some degree, she also likes to change the activities the students do for crafts as well. This year brought a bonus. “We didn’t do drums

last year, but this year we got a special grant which allowed us to do them. This is an event where we need the funding each year to determine what we can do.” Jordana Holland, a Grade 7 student, was one of those who had the chance to make a drum. “It’s the first time I’ve made a drum, and I was a little worried when we started. It

turned out to be pretty easy, though. I was happy with the way it turned out.” Grade 4 student Blake Lowley was also happy with the way his first craft project turned out. “We did a medicine pouch. I had seen them before, so I knew what it looked like. “It didn’t look that hard, and it wasn’t. It came out pretty good.”

Proud Animals here Vancouver indie band Proud Animal will be performing at Nancy O’s on May 1. The group is in Prince George as part of the ReachOut Psychosis Tour which raises awareness for mental illness in youth. The tour takes the band to high schools across northern B.C. with a show that combines their original music with playful, interactive information

about psychosis affecting youth. The evening concert at Nancy O’s features material from their self-titled EP to be released on April 30. Proud Animal will be joined by local worldfusion trio Navaz. Singer and keyboardist Barbara Adler has been performing with ReachOut Psychosis since 2005. She is excited to bring the dynamic, upbeat music of Proud Animal to a FAMOUS PLAYERS 6

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program that is making a difference. The tour coincides with Mental Health Awareness Week (April 7 to 13). By identifying psychosis as a medical condition that directly affects the brain, this program works to reduce the stigma around mental health issues that block accurate diagnosis. If properly diagnosed at early stages, medical treatment has the ability to not just turn young lives around but to save lives. ReachOut is offered free to schools and presents to more than 22,000 students annually. The program is developed and delivered by the B.C. Schizophrenia Society and funded by the provincial health authority through HereToHelp. Proud Animal plays Nancy O’s on May 1. Check www.proudanimal.com or www. reachoutpsychosis.com for more information.

New exhibit celebrates local diversity ■ Two Rivers Gallery

Local immigrants tell their success stories on walls of Rustad Galleria Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com

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Storyteller Romana Pasca stands with her artwork, which is part of a celebrating diversity exhibit on display at Rustad Galleria this month.

Francoeur wins big Justin Francoeur had lucky ticket number 1107. He became the grand prize winner Saturday in the 30th anniversary Spruce Kings Show Home Lottery. The winning ticket was purchased at Canadian Tire in the first week of the lottery and he was told of his good fortune moments after the grand prize draw. Arriving at the house in Aberdeen Glen a short time later with his wife, Francoeur had his first look at their new home. “This is such a feel good story,” said Spruce Kings Show Home Lottery manager Jim Young. “Justin has a young family and he was wondering where money was going to be coming for his son’s medical needs. This changes the lives of at least four people immediately. They are now mortgage free and they can worry about those things that matter

most.” Along with the joy of the win, there is a emotional element to the story, he said. “I was moved by the emotional story behind this year’s winner,” said Young. “It’s such a great way to end this year’s lottery. We want to thank everybody who supported the House Lottery this year.” This year’s lottery

was a complete sellout with all 8,500 tickets purchased. The process of transferring the house will now begin, and then the fortunate Francoeur family will leave their rental home to move into their own home. For more information on this year’s Show Home Lottery, visit the Kings at www.sprucekings.bc.ca and follow the Show Home link.

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Tuesday, April 24 at 7:00 pm in ArtSpace 1685 3rd Ave 250.563.6637

Art and music are universal languages. No one knows that better than the people who work with immigrants, trying to settle, find work for and make them feel at home here. The Immigrant and Multicultural Services Society and Welcome PG, with IPG and Chamber of Commerce, are celebrating diversity with Two Rivers Gallery for the month of April. The public is invited to come out and see a celebrating diversity exhibition of success stories and accompanying art by new Canadians. Artwork done by the storytellers is a visual expression about their journey. One of them is Romana Pasca. “There is a lot of stress and challenges that come with being in a new country, adjusting to a new culture and trying to give back your skill sets,” said Pasca. “For me it was just amazing to be able to do this

(diversity project). I realize that I kept my emotions hidden for so long. As an immigrant we do that – and it was a great relief to get it out. You (often) don’t have family to share it with.” Pasca said that participating in the diversity exhibit allowed her to meet other immigrants in similar situations. “They have a lot of the same challenges as I do and then you realize how similar we all are, no matter where we came from in the world.” The artists involved did not have to have artistic talent – though many did – just a willingness to express themselves artistically. Most storytellers had never made any art before because art making is not part of their country’s culture, so the visuals have a sense of expression and reality that relate to the individual story. The eight success stories told by new Canadians who have chosen Prince George as their new

home will be featured with accompanying art until the end of this month in the Rustad Galleria. “The artists were only allowed to use primary colours in their paintings so I see Romana as being a great colour mixer because of the great variety of colours she came up with on her own,” said project manager Cat Sivertsen. “All the

pieces by all the storytellers have something unique about them.” There will be a closing artist’s talk about the exhibit with Aiden Callison on Sunday, April 29. Information panels and images of the Celebrating Diversity public artwork will be installed at the Prince George Airport in May 2012.

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Directory Northern Notes Resort Area Gets a Look

A delegation of five technical experts representing the French investment company France Neige International Mountain Development arrived in the Robson Valley on Thursday, March 29 on a mission to assess the potential of the proposed Valemount Glacier Destinations project.

LNG Export Licence Given

A 20-year export licence has been issued to BC LNG Export Co-operative. Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources Joe Oliver announced the licence on April 11. The licence will allow the company to export liquefied natural gas from Kitimat, and this is the second licence approved for the export of gas to Asian markets.

Taseko Optimistic

Brian Battison, Taseko Mines Ltd. corporate affairs vice-president, visited 100 Mile House on April 5 to talk about its New Prosperity Mine proposal to mine the largest gold-copper deposit in Canada, located west of Williams Lake. If the mine project gets the required federal approval to proceed, the first benefit will come in the form of initial employment, followed by long-term job creation and the associated development of business opportunity, he says. “It’s 700 people working for two years around the clock, essentially, to build it. And once up and operating, it’s roughly 500 direct employees.”

Band Inks Deal for Gold Exploration

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The Williams Lake Indian Band has entered into an agreement with Gold Fields Horsefly Exploration Corporation with respect to exploration activities at the 68,000 hectare Woodjam property near Horsefly. The WLIB/Gold Fields agreement addresses a variety of issues, ranging from communications, permit processes and environmental management, through to employment and contracting opportunities and community investment. The agreement envisions the possibility of a more comprehensive arrangement between WLIB and Gold Fields should the Woodjam project proceed through to the construction of a mine.

Forest Audit Worrisome

Troubled by an audit of how the B.C. government manages timber, mayors and rural directors at the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako are seeking independent advice on forestry. On Thursday, the RDBN’s forestry committee discussed what Smithers Mayor Taylor Bachrach called a “pretty damning” report released in February by the B.C. Auditor General. The report found B.C.’s forests ministry lacks clear timber goals and is not doing enough to replant trees, invest in silviculture, provide accurate forest data, manage big-picture changes or publicly report its results in a measurable way.

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Community Builder

Canadian Federation of University Women meets April 18, 7 p.m., Prince George Chateau, 4377 Hill Ave. Information: Maureen 250-5610403 or Marie 250964-6265. Whist, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Senior Activity Centre, 425 Brunswick St. B.C.Civil Liberties meets every second Wednesday, 6 p.m., Civic Centre. Next meeting April 11. CNC Retirees meet fourth Wednesday, 9 a.m., D’Lanos. Information: Lois 250563-6928. Army Cadet Rangers free youth program, meets Wednesdays, Connaught Youth Centre. Information: Capt. McCue 250565-6993, 250-5649030.

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Anthony Everett, Chair of the 2015 Canada Winter Games host society, and Prince GeorgeValemount MLA Shirley Bond point at the zeros on a $10,120,000 cheque presented to the CWG host society by the provincial government on Saturday afternoon at Pine Centre Mall. Alistair McINNI S / F re e Press

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Thursday Kidney Foundation meets, April 19, 7 p.m., fourth floor Education Room at hospital. Information: Diane Duperron 250-9627958. DayBreakers Toastmasters meets Thursday, 7-8 a.m., Elder Citizens Recreation Association,1692 10th Ave. Information: Heather 250-9649699. NCP workers and retirees meet third Thursday of the month, 10 a.m., Pine Centre food court. ECRA Forever Young Chorus meet Thursdays, 12:45 p.m., ECRA, 1692 10th Ave. Chess nights, Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., Books and Company. Information: Marilyn 250-562-9580. Prince George Grassroots Cribbage Club registration, 6:30 p.m. play 6:45 p.m., Thursdays, Spruce Capital Recreation Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Information: Gerda

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250-564-8561. Tai Chi Classes meets Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Knox United Church basement, 1448 Fifth Ave. Info: Lister 250-964-3849. Old Time Fiddlers jam, Thursday, 7-10 p.m. Elder Citizens Rec Centre, 1692 10th Ave. NorthBreast Passage Dragon Boat Society meets first Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., Chronic Disease Management Room, UHNBC. Information: Anita 250-563-2949 or Betty 250-9627985.

Friday BC Old Time Fiddlers Association contest weekend, April 20-22. All events at Blackburn Community Hall. Information: Judy 250-963-7576. Live bands, Friday, 8 p.m.-midnight, Royal Canadian Legion.

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Spring garage sale, April 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Moose Hall, 663 Douglas St., hosted by Good Cheer Club. Information; Ann 250564-6751. Health and Volunteer Fair 2012, April 21, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Pine Centre Mall. Information: 250-5640224. It’s a Spring Thing, April 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.,Hart Pioneer Cenrte. Live bands, Saturday, 8 p.m.midnight, Royal Canadian Legion.

Sunday Caledonia Ramblers strenuous snowshoe trip at Driscoll Ridge~East Summit, April 22. Meet in parking lot behind City Hall 7:50 a.m. Information: Nowell at bestleftjab58@yahoo. ca or 250-562-7485. Meat draw, Royal

Canadian Legion, 3-5 p.m., sponsored by Peace Keepers Proceeds to Alzheimer and MS societies and others.

Monday Tai Chi, Mondays, 1:30 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Northern Twister Square Dance Club meets Mondays, 7 p.m., St. Michael’s Church Hall. Information: Gys 250563-4828 or Reta 250-962-2740. Royal Purple meets meets second and fourth Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Information: Dianne 250-596-0125 or Jeanette 250-5639362.

Tuesday Buddhist meditation class, Tuesdays 7–8:30 p.m., 320 Vancouver St. Information: 250962-6876 or www. tilopa.org.

The Community Datebook provides free community event listings every Wednesday. Submissions are accepted in written form only – dropped off, mailed or emailed – No Phone Calls please. Datebook runs as space allows, there is no guarantee of publication. Mail to 1773 South Lyon St., Prince George BC V2N 1T3 E-mail datebook@pgfreepress.com

Bridge, Tuesdays, 1 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Spruce Capital Toastmasters meet Tuesdays, 7:25 p.m., 102-1566 7th Ave. Information: Tom 250-562-3402. Sweet Adelines women’s fourpart chorus meets Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., Studio 2880. New members welcome. Information: Kathleen

250-563-2975. Prince George Genealogical Society meets the third Tuesday of the month, St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 1500 Edmonton St. Hospital retirees meeting, first Tuesday of the month, 9 a.m., Prince George Golf Club. Information 250-563-7497 or 250-563-2885.

Support Groups Free sports and recreation, Wednesdays, 2 p.m., 1160 7th Ave., ages 15-30. Information: 250-656-5278. Children’s choir, Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Hartland Baptist Church. Information: 778-415-5000. Parents Together, a mutual/self-help support group for parents of teens, meets Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Intersect (basement entrance). Information: Carmen 250-562-6639. Tuesday night Tops (take off pounds sensibly) 6:157:15 p.m. weigh in, 7:30-8:30 meeting. Everyone welcome. Information: Marvene 250-962-8001 or 250-612-2031. DivorceCare, a support group for persons going through a separation or divorce. To find out if this group is for you, call 250-5646213. Group meets at Artspace, Room 202, Sundays at 5 p.m. Call about childcare.

Prince George Healing Rooms - Are you hurting? Do you have health issues? Confidential prayers Wednesday noon-2 p.m, All Nations Church, 1395 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-617-9653. COPD support group meets Wednesday, 1 p.m., AiMHi. Information: Nancy 250-561-1393. Heartbeat, a group for mutual support of those who have lost a loved one through suicide, meets monthly at CMHA office. Information: Sandy 250-960-9047.

“GIVE A LITTLE… GAIN A LOT!” Health & Volunteer Fair Saturday, April 21 Pine Centre Mall 9:30 to 5:30 • Visit Information Displays by Non-Proﬁt organizations. • Take a few quick tests to measure your health. • View the work of Rotary International. • Find a volunteer opportunity that suits your taste. • Special Feature: Mens’ Health Hosted by: Nechako Rotary, Northern Health & Volunteer Prince George Proudly supported by Investors Group 250-564-0224 For information on volunteering with more than 100 non-profit organizations in Prince George, contact Volunteer Prince George

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HELP WANTED Mailroom Coordinator The Prince George Free Press has an immediate opening for a mailroom coordinator. This is a part time position approximately 16-20 hours per week (Tuesday and Thursday evenings). The successful candidate will be a well-organized self-starter with problem solving skills. A mechanical aptitude is a desired asset. Duties include overseeing the insertion of flyers into the Prince George Free Press. This involves the operation of our Kansa machine, assisting mailroom staff in sorting, inserting, and distributing flyers to our drivers. Make a difference by joining the Free Press, Prince George’s independent community newspaper. The benefits and opportunities of working for the leading newspaper in Prince George are why we attract and employ the best. If a rewarding challenge resonates with you, contact us today. Please submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of: Bill Phillips Managing Editor Prince George Free Press 1773 South Lyon Street Prince George, BC V2N 1T3 editor@pgfreepress.com

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Larry’s Heavy Haul (1990) Ltd. requires an experienced picker operator. This is a full time position that requires extensive travel. Applicant must hold a valid class 1 drivers licence. We offer competitive wages, a company benefit package and safety incentives. Apply with resume and drivers abstract to our office, our website: larrysheavyhauling.ca or via fax 250-563-1591. This position is available immediately.

LOOKING FOR A CHANGE? Consider a career in Canmore Alberta

The Canmore hospital is looking for experienced operating room nurses. Both permanent and causal RN positions are available. Good English skills are essential as well as a desire to live in a vibrant mountain community. As condition of employment, all employes must have a criminal record check. Salary and beneﬁts are based on a the UNA collective agreement. If interested contact Nina Livseley, Care Manager. 1(403) 678-7188

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Career Opportunities Allpoints Fire Protection Ltd Is expanding and looking for qualiﬁed, team oriented people In the following areas.

In collaboration with the Highway of Tears Governing Body, community and government agencies, the RCMP and other stakeholders, the Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) Highway of Tears Prevention and Awareness program focuses on implementing the recommendations stemming from the Highway of Tears Symposium Report.

VICTIM PREVENTION COORDINATOR

Highway of Tears Prevention and Awareness program (1-Year Term; Travel Requirement) With your Bachelor of Social Work or degree in a related ﬁeld and your background in victim assistance, community development, emergency response planning and awareness programming, you will have the opportunity to develop educational resources, coordinate and deliver workshops along with a media campaign to raise public awareness and help improve the safety of communities and youth living along the highway.

To ﬁnd out more information about this and other opportunities, please visit our website at www.csfs.org.

Carrier Sekani Family Services 987-4th Avenue, Prince George, BC V2L 3H7 Email: hr@csfs.org • Fax: 250-562-8843

Sales, Service Technician, and Inspector The successful person/s must be familiar with, but not limited to: Industrial, Residential, Commercial, Institutional • Fire Alarm Systems • Kitchen Systems • Fire Safety Plans • Fire Hydrants • Sprinkler Systems • Suppression Systems • Off Road Suppression • Backﬂow Preventers • Emergency Lighting • Fire Extinguishers Qualiﬁed applicants please submit your resumes by: April 30, 2012

2133 Ogilvie Street Phone: 250-562-7227 Prince George, BC Fax: 250-562-8808 V2N 1X2 Toll-Free: 1-866-592-7227 Email: shelley.allpoints@shaw.ca

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“We provide healthy and affordable housing for Aboriginal people of all incomes, ages, and capabilities”

Our People make a difference in the community

The Tenant Support Worker is a new position developed for the purpose of providing support in a holistic manner for existing and future tenants of the low income housing portfolio. The successful candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate; people, technical, knowledge, and team building skills to work with individuals and families who are experiencing personal challenges and need support and assistance to connect with support services within the community.

The Prince George Native Friendship Centre, a visionary non-proﬁt society, has been serving the needs of the entire community for the past 40+ years. We are seeking candidates for the following position within our organization:

Ketso Yoh Homeless Outreach Worker

Closing Date – Friday, April 20, 2012 @ 12:00 pm (noon) A hard copy listing the roles, responsibilities and qualiﬁcations of the position are available from the Employment Services Unit at the Friendship Centre or by visiting our web site at www.pgnfc.com (click on Join Our Team / Careers). To apply, submit a resume, cover letter and three references detailing which position you are applying for, to:

TENANT SUPPORT WORKER

Qualifications: • Relevant post secondary education and or work experience • Experience in working with Aboriginal groups/ communities in a cultural context • Proficiency in computer programs • Must undergo a criminal record search • Class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle • First Aid & Foodsafe would be of benefit To apply, submit resume, cover letter and three references by;

April 25, 2012 4 PM Employment Services Unit Prince George Native Friendship Centre 21-1600 Third Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 3G6 Fax: (250) 563-5627 Email: employment@pgnfc.com Applications will be accepted until dates noted on postings, no telephone inquiries please. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

To the attention of: Executive Director Prince George Métis Housing Society 1224 Houston Lane Prince George, BC V2L 5G2 Email: ed@pgmhs.com Fax: 250-564-9793 While we thank all applicants, however, only those short-listed will be contacted

Employment Drivers/Courier/ Trucking Owner Operators Required Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Owner Operators to be based at our Prince George Terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of Professional drivers, call Bev, 1800-663-0900 or email a resume, current driver’s abstract and details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or fax 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. We thank you for your in-

terest, however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

Education/Trade Schools AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 1(877)818-0783. APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship For Women to attend Journalism certificate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline May 30, 2012. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com

Employment Help Wanted EXPERIENCED SERVICE Provider for Chrysler dealership in Salmon Arm. Strong customer satisfaction skills. Able to work in a fast paced environment. Excellent wage/ benefit package. Fax resume 1-250-832-4545. E-mail: pat@brabymotors.com T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive benefit package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502. Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com WANTED: Servers, bartenders, barrista’s & cooks @ Telegraph Cove Resorts Ltd. Send resume to Box 1, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0. Fax: 250-928-3105 or email: tcrltd@island.net. Attn: Taso.

Home Care/Support

Dengarry Professional Services Ltd. is seeking experienced individuals or couples for contract to provide live in 24 hr. support for short term stabilization to adults with mental & physical disabilities in Kamloops. Applicant must have education and exp. either in behavioral and/or medical supports. Applicant will undergo extensive screening including reference checks, Crim Check and drivers abstract.

Please forward resume to Kristine Toebosch at ktoebosch@ dengarry.bc.ca or fax to 1-250-377-4581 or mail Attn: Kristine PO Box 892 Kamloops BC V2C-5M8

Medical/Dental

TAYLOR PRO TRAINING *Heavy Equipment Operator Training *Commercial Driver Training Call today 1-877-860-7627 www.taylorprotraining.com

BUSY Family Practice seeking fulltime, dedicated doctor. Join us in family oriented community just 30 minute drive from Calgary. Please respond to niceland1@hotmail.com

Ofce Support OFFICE Administrative Assistant EDI Environmental Dynamics Inc. in Prince George currently has an Office Administrative Assistant position available. For more information please visit www.edynamics.com/ The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: - Primary admin support for the P.G. office - Invoicing, expenses and other data entry - Answer telephone and electronic enquiries Maintain accurate information filing systems - Arrange travel reservations - General support to the office Requirements: Administration experience required - Must be organized, dependable and highly attentive to detail - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work with continuous interruptions Must be patient, friendly and a team player - Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision Please email your resume to employment@edynamics.com by April 24th, 2012

Professional/ Management

Help Wanted ARCTIC CO-OPERATIVES Limited is recruiting Line Cooks and Guest Services positions for Inns North hotels in Nunavut. E-mail your resume: humanresources@arcticco-op.com

or fax: 204-632-8575.

Emerald Taxi looking for a day shift driver. Class 4 DL required Contact Terry 250-612-1818

THE BC SPCA North Cariboo District Branch in Prince George has an immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Branch Manager. In this dual role you will provide assistance to the Branch Manager to ensure the smooth and efficient administration and operational duties of the Branch as well as manage all aspects of the volunteer services at the branch. To learn more about the BC SPCA – visit our webpage www.spca.bc.ca.

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NADINA TRUCK SERVICE LTD. Houston Industrial Park, Houston, BC

SERVICE WRITER/ WARRANTY CLERK WANTED Are you looking for an exciting and diverse career in forestry and natural resources? We are looking for someone like you, who is skilled and motivated! We have full time year round and seasonal positions in the following areas:

We have openings for entry level positions and are willing to train and develop project supervisors for career-minded individuals. Work is throughout BC and Alberta and travel is required. Accommodations are provided during work. Set shift schedules and 2 weeks’ vacation provided. Check us out at www.pathﬁnderltd.ca To submit a resume email: careers@pathﬁnderltd.ca

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Must be computer capable. Experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate. Please send resume/application to: hfennema@nadinatruckservice.ca WESTERN STAR/STERLING TRUCKS

Vegetation Inventories Asset Inspection Treatment Layout Vegetation Control

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Carters Jewellers is looking for full and part-time

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Retail sales experience an asset but will train candidates who desire a career in this exciting and rewarding environment. Drop off resumes in person, Pine Centre Mall

Help Wanted Experienced Diamond Drillers – North West Territories

Superintendent /Project Manager

Prince Rupert Paving and General Contracting Company require a Superintendent for its local and surrounding area operations. Adventure Paving is seeking an individual to oversee the following duties. • • • •

Cabo Drilling Corp, one of Canada’s larger mineral drilling services companies, is searching for seasoned Surface Diamond Drillers for projects in Alaska, British Columbia, Yukon, and Central America. Your ability to drill in various terrains, and through various ground conditions, is complemented by your proven adaptability and ability to work as a team player. These positions offer a competitive base wage and production bonuses. Canadian based employees are eligible to participate in group bene¿ts. Experienced helpers are encouraged to apply. Please forward resume in con¿dence to: jamesg@cabo.ca

Daily crew and equipment scheduling. Supervision of construction and paving projects. Surveying experience is an asset. Project estimating

The successful applicant should have excellent communication skills, enjoy working with the public and be familiar with Microsoft software. Candidates should also be self motivated and have the ability to work with a team to achieve results in a union environment. Adventure Paving offers a competitive wage and benefit plan. In case you are applying outside of the area; we commit to pay the transportation cost and some living expenses until relocated. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 250 627-9815 Qualified candidates are invited to forward their resumes to: PO Box 809, Prince Rupert, B.C. V8J 3X7 Or by Fax: 250 627-8648 Or by Email to: wbeal@ycs.bc.ca

•Quesnel Industrial Transportation is hiring experienced full time log truck drivers for the upcoming season. Percentage based pay plus health plan and bonus program. If you are not working for us, you should be! 1-250-992-2309. •Quesnel Industrial Transportation is hiring for a part-time ofﬁce person. Candidate must possess strong computer and accounting skills. Experience with all Microsoft programs an asset. •Quesnel Industrial Transportation has an immediate opening for an experienced full time mechanic.

Circulation Delivery Drivers Wanted Prince George Free Press

The Prince George Free Press has an immediate opening for a Delivery Driver in the College Heights area. This position is suitable for someone who would like to supplement their income. This position is night shift, twice per week, delivering the Prince George Free Press to our carriers’ homes. Must have a reliable and suitable vehicle, plus the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. If interested, please contact: Heather Trenaman, Circulation Manager The Prince George Free Press 1773 South Lyon Street V2N 1T3 Ph: 250-564-0504 Fax: 250-562-0025 Email: circulation@pgfreepress.com

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AIR TANKER LOADING(fire retardant) TECHNICIAN required for Fort St. John, BC. Seasonal, full time position: requiring on call, shift, overtime,and weekend work. This position consists of the loading of fire retardant into aircraft, operation and performing minor maintenance of pumping systems; facilities maintenance including lawn mowing, painting, and light housekeeping as well as various other duties. The position is in a fast-paced work environment and can be physically demanding. Send resume to fax (250)554-7788 or email to Colin.Cameron@icl-pplp.com

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We bring creative design ideas to the table, as we work closely with you to achieve the perfect remodel. No job too big and none certainly, too small. Call EXPERIENCED Tom today for free SERVICE estimate. Provider for Chrysler dealer250-961-0439 ship in Salmon Arm. Strong G Gilbert Renovationskills. customer satisfaction Year round renoinneeds. Able to work a fastInt/ext, paced nothing too small. 30 yrswage/ exp. environment. Excellent Free testimates! Gaetan benefi package. Call Fax resume (250) 560-5845 orE-mail: 552-7184 1-250-832-4545. pat@brabymotors.com Lou’s Renos T-MAR Roger’s INDUSTRIES Renos located inFor Campbell River reno is hiring for all your home needs. theWeposition also helpofyouJourneyman renovate Heavy Duty Mechanic. Posiyour rental units. For free tion comes call with250-964-6106 a competitive estimates benefit package and applicant Ivan at 250-552-8106 or must possess a valid driver’s Roger 250-552-0471 license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502. Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com SPRING YARD CLEAN-UP Garbage Removal & WANTED: Gutterbartenders, Cleaning Servers, barrista’s & cooks @ Power Raking ~ Aerating Telegraph Cove Resorts (250)961-3612 or Ltd. Send resume to Box (250)964-4758 res 1, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0. Fax: 250-928-3105 or email: tcrltd@island.net. Attn: Taso.

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Suites, Lower Heritage area: large 1 bdrm suite, stove fridge, incl. util. NP NS or illegal activity. Available now Call (250)563-5478

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Real Estate

Auctions

Houses For Sale

AUCTION #1 - MAY 26, 2012 @ TOPLEY’S GARAGE This sale will include a good selection of antiques, a very large selection of tools, vehicles and equipment. To consign to the sale early in order for us to get your merchandise advertised, call Mike’s Auction Limited as soon as possible. AUCTION #2 - JUNE 2, 2012 @ FORT ST. JAMES This a auction will be a very large tool and equipment sale - approximately 2,000 lots. If you would like to consign large equipment or vehicles, please contact Mike’s Auction Limited. Please note that we cannot take any small items at this already extremely large sale.

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Park Village Apartments 125 N Ospika Blvd 2 & 3 bdrm suites Phone 250-612-5162 Pine Glen Apartments 255 N. Ospika (Rental Ofﬁce) Spacious clean 2 & 3 bdrm 1 1/2 bath Heat, Hot water & Parking incl. Laundry & Play ground on Site. Ask about our new rates Bus route to all amenities 250-561-1823

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