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Hampton Affiliates will rebuild its Babine sawmill in Burns Lake as long as the timber supply can be guaranteed. The mill was destroyed in January following a fire, leaving two men dead, 19 injured, and a community in shock with it’s major employer closed. Steve Zika, CEO of the company, joined several dignitaries Monday to make the announcement.
“There is no way to reverse the terrible tragedy that occurred that fateful night and killed two of our workers and forever altered the life of everyone in Burns Lake,” he said. However, rebuilding the mill will help restore economic vitality to the town, he added. Rebuilding, he said, was not an easy decision, with the timber supply in question, mainly due to the destruction caused in the province’s forests by the mountain pine beetle. A few steps that must happen before
have state-of-the-art technology and have its doors open for business early early in 2014. The older mill put out about 350 million board feet. The newer mill will produce about two-thirds of that. It is expected to run two shifts and will employ anywhere from 50 per cent to two-thirds of the original mill. that side. “This is a substantial investment. This is taking a significant amount of risk,” MLA Pat Bell, Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Development.
the board’s next meeting in December, when it will make the final decision to rebuild, include working out a satisfactory timber supply agreement with the B.C. government, First Nations and the Burns Lake community forest. Then an operating agreement must be put in place with the United Steelworkers Union. Currently Hampton is proceeding with engineering, site preparation and equipment selection. If all goes as planned, the new Babine mill will be smaller than the last, but
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President and CEO of the Prince George Airport Authority, John Gibson, is now on the board of director for the Airports Council InternationalNorth America (ACI-NA). Gibson was approached about the nomination because of his position as the chair of the Small Airports Caucus of the Canadian Airports Council (CAC). “Having the Prince George Airport sitting at the board table will raise our profile in the aviation world. It will also ensure we are up to date on trends and changes in the global aviation industry. Issues such as safety, security, the environment and government airport finances are top of mind for the board” said Gibson. The election took place last week in Calgary during the ACI-NA’s annual general membership business meeting.
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“Every community has been touched by cancer. Every family has been touched by cancer.” Coun. Dave Wilbur, who was acting mayor for the City of Prince George last week, explained his father passed away with cancer and his wife is in her third year of remission when he joined several other dignitaries to help send off the Cops for Cancer Tour de North on Sept. 14. “You choose to ride,” he said. “The ultimate goal is the extinction of cancer.” Riders who volunteer to take part in the Tour de North bike for seven days, partaking in a 863 km ride to raise funds and awareness for paediatric cancer. A portion of the funds raised is used to send kids to Camp Goodtimes, a place that ‘rocks’ according to Hanna Parker, who, along with her mom, helped send-off the regional riders.
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Two city residents are part of that team. Cst. Coralie Wilkinson was posted in the city two years ago after completing her training in Regina. “I have a lot of family members who have passed with Cancer, young and old. I think it’s important to find a cure for this cause and believe it will happen in my lifetime” said Wilkinson. “We (the riders) see how important it is for the people we’ve touched in trying to raise money for the Cancer Society” she said. “I will continue to raise money in the future”. Sherry Pattie, a municipal employee, was one of the community members selected to be on the team. There are two openings on the team anyone in the community can apply to fill. “It’s a real honour to be one of only two community riders on this year’s Tour. I know there must have been many people that applied to go on the ride, so just to be chosen to do it meant so much to me” said Pattie, who works at the Prince George RCMP detachment. “Even though I’ve worked with some of these officers at the detachment, it’s great to see a different side of them. We’re all just people who care about the same things and who want to help children with cancer”. Pattie committed to raising $6,000 instead of three, and so far has surpassed her goal and raised $9,000. “Myself and city council are proud to cheer on our two Prince George participants, Const. Coralie Wilkinson representing the Prince George Detachment and Sherry Pattie, one of our long time City employees. These ladies demonstrate inspiration and community spirit. Sherry is a 31 year employee with the City of Prince George who lost her nephew Ryan Dillabough to cancer at the age of 22. We wish all the riders a safe and successful trip, to raise funds for such an important cause” Prince George Mayor Shari Green said.
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There are changes coming to Tabor Mountain, even if a lot of them aren’t evident right now. “If you listen,” says resort owner Fern Thibault, “you can hear the skidders and loaders working up the hill, clearing the trees.” Right now though, on a clear September morning, there isn’t much to show what the mountain will look like in February 2015, when the Canada Winter Games come to Prince George. But the plans are there, and there are plenty of ski people excited to talk about them. Several of them gathered at the resort Thursday for an informal press meeting. Thibault started proceedings by making a simple statement. “The face of Tabor is changing. We’re going to have a new gate in place, we’re sprucing things up. We’re getting eight new runs, with six of those in a whole new development area. The T-bar is going to be back in service after eight years. “We’re putting in a terrain park which will be the largest in northern B.C. and maybe, if we can pull it off, all of B.C. We’re putting in a new snowcross course, along with a smaller beginner course. We’re working hard to make it happen.” When Canada’s top young athletes come to Prince George in late February of 2015, they will attack the slopes at Tabor for a number of events. In the first week of the ames, the mountain will host snowboarding, including half pipe, snowboardcross and slopestyle, a new event. The second week will see the freestyle events, including moguls, halfpipe, aerials and slopestyle. The new slopestyle events involve athletes doing not just aerial tricks, but also tricks involves rails and boxes. Competitors are scored for style and difficulty of the run. Flynn Seddon, the president of BC Snowboard and the technical representative for Snowboard Canada, is pumped about the plans. “I’m very excited to see the development of the mountain, and what it will leave as a legacy of the Games. This will definitely help the growth of snowboarding in Prince George and all of the north.” He says if everything goes according to plan, there is the potential for test events to held at the mountain this season. “There is, down the road, the potential for nationals to be held here, and maybe even a World Cup event.” He also likes what he has seen on his visits to Prince George in regards to how the city and the resort are working together. “One of the biggest challenges is creating partnerships to ensure there is a legacy. The relationship I’m seeing here is a nice platform for the future.” Lisa Shaw-McLaren, the manager of sport and venue preparation for the Games, says just as important as making sure the facilities work for
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BC Snowboard president Flynn Seddon, left, Prince George Freestyle Club coach James Hudson and snowboard and snowcross coach Mitchell Thibault look over the map showing what Tabor Mountain will be like for the 2015 Canada Winter Games. the athletes is making sure they work for spectators. “This will definitely provide that. Having the slopestyle events here, as a totally new event, is exciting. They are going to be in the 2014 Olympics, so people will have a chance to see what the sport involves.” Thibault pointed out one aspect of how spectators would be able to enjoy the Games. “The moguls run is located straight out from the lodge, so you can be sitting there and enjoy watching the best young racers in the country come right at you.” For local coaches and athletes, the new facilities will allow for increased growth of their sports. “All of our students are really excited,” James Hudson of the Prince George Freestyle Club, says. “This will be a venue they can train at which will be the equal of anything they travel to for competitions.”
Mitchell Thibault, who coaches snowboard and snowcross at the resort, says he’s looking forward to the new slopestyle facilities. “Having a course like that will boost the confidence of the local riders, and will get new riders involved too. Having the world-class course will be great.” Seddon says having two courses at the hill will be something unusual. “A lot of places have a facility and they tune it up for provincial and national events, then tune it back down for the public. Having the two courses here means you’ll be able to have both at the same time.”
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Meryeta Odine is a snowcross competitor who can’t wait for the new season. “I just turned 15, so I’m old enough to compete now at FIS events. That’s a whole different level for me, so it’s going to be fun.” She will also be in the age range to compete at the 2015 Games, and will have the homefield advantage of practicing on the Tabor courses. Fern Thibault laughs about Meryeta’s impatience. “We’re hauling dirt up the hill, and you can almost hear her thinking every time another load goes by, ‘There’s another hill for me to try this winter.’”
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Back up that excavator friends) jogged outside. Meanwhile, all I wanted to do Our trailer park looks like it should be situated somewas flee the scene of the crime. I spent the next few secwhere in the Middle East right now. There are craters onds cranking on the key trying to get my car to start, everywhere, along with piles of dirt and plenty of dust praying out loud and darned near ready to cry I was so to dance in the autumn wind. I guess they are upgradembarrassed, promising God I’d never do anything even ing the water lines, a good thing, but in order to get to close to wrong again if only he’d save me one last time the water lines you have to dig way way down into the and make my car roar to life. Then the owner tapped ground while snorting around on ginormous beasty politely on my window. I rolled the plate of glass down. machines called excavators. Excavators, apparently, are Him: You no do that again, please. No do that again. Me: fairly difficult to manoeuvre. While digging around they have struck water pipes, cable and power lines, and once Okay. I won’t. My date, less polite that the owner, reached across the a gas line. This caused a mass exodus from the trailercar and shifted the gear into park. hood and a swift response from the gas company. Apparently when I hit the restaurant the car bounced Needless to say, even though I am looking forward to forward and stalled. I was so discombobulated and only the improved water pressure we have all been promised interested in beating a hasty retreat I didn’t think to once these water lines are replaced, I am not in love with change the shifter back to park. To add insult to injury, excavators right now. When you live in a trailer, and my date insisted I join him inside the restauwhen an excavator starts rumbling around, rant for a coffee before we go. you tend to get shaken right out of your Over the years I have promised myself own danged bed, even if said excavator is Life in I will get better at using the ‘R’ gear, and three rows away. the fat once and a while I give it a try. These tries It can also make for some pretty fancy lane usually end in embarrassment. So, instead, driving, especially when you have to use that gear I hate so much. You know, the one DELYNDAPILON I generally avoid going places where I will need to back up to leave. That worked for a that starts with an ‘R’. while, but now that the excavators have taken over the The ‘R’ gear has lead to much embarrassment for me. trailer-hood, there is no way I can avoid reverse. Well, One day I was trying to parallel park by the police staactually, I guess I can always make either my son or Kris tion right in front of a few officers. I twisted, turned and manoeuvred the heck out of my car, but no matter which or Merle do the backing up for me. I don’t think they’ll mind, especially considering when I do it and they are way I angled the darned thing I still wound up on the on-board, there is a lot of moaning and groaning about curb. The officers who were watching called out some cheery words of advice, but they were not helpful. Either my driving ability. Even so, none of them refuse rides to work, that place was the laughter. Yes. I saw the laughter. that has kept their shenanigans to a dull roar over the My war with the ‘R’ gear has been long and nasty. I last week. And Jack, our derisive cowboy, is away in the remember trying to back out of a parking lot once, hitbush, driving big machines around and harvesting timting the gas instead of the brake while doing so, and ber. smacking right into the Chinese restaurant that used Hey, I wonder if he can drive an excavator - and to be on the downtown end of Victoria St. I hit it with maybe avoid taking out power lines, cable lines and hitconsiderable force, too. Plates slid off the table. Patrons ting gas lines while doing so. rushed to the window. Some of the staff as well as the That certainly would be a nice change. owner, along with my date of the evening (they were
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This year, I’m doing the reverse of what I’ve done the last couple of years on my September holiday. The last couple of years, I would spend some time before we headed down to Seattle pouring over books about old movies, especially the ones considered cult classics. That’s the kind of movie I like, and I knew when we went to Seattle, we would be going to a store called Silver Platters, which specializes in DVDs of old movies and old TV shows. So I would go in there with my list of 10 or 12 movies I was looking for, and I would start to go through the racks of movies. And then I would find a movie I already knew about and had probably seen years ago and really liked. Allan’s And I would start to think, Amblings “but I’ve already got this one, ALLANWISHART don’t I?” And then I would answer myself, “I can’t remember. I know we like it though, so maybe we should buy it just in case.” And then I (the first one) would say, “But if we already have it, it seems like something of a waster of money which I could be using to buy one of the movies on my list.” And then I (the second one) would say, “you are a moron,” and then the whole thing would degenerate into me taking punches at myself and generally causing a nuisance. So this year, to avoid the public embarrassment, I am taking two lists with me to Seattle: a short list of movies I am looking for, and a somewhat longer one of the movies I already have. I hope this system works, and I don’t end up punching myself out again. • Another thing I will be looking forward to when we get to Seattle is to be in a city where the average driver knows what he is doing. In Seattle, drivers signal well in advance when they need to change lanes, and the drivers in the other lane will make an effort to leave them room to get in. In Prince George, a driver will decide at the last second that he wants to turn left at the next corner, and will then cut across three lanes of traffic without signalling and getting very upset with anyone who doesn’t make way. One of the reasons for the politeness of drivers in Seattle, as one of my friends pointed out a few years ago, might be because down there you never know if the other driver is carrying a gun as a matter of course. So you tend to be a little more polite. In Prince George, road rage might involve horns honking and a bit of swearing, Down there, it could involve bullets.
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with a condition of an undertaking, received a conditional sentence of 30 days and was placed on probation for one year. Travis I. Basil was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and placed on probation for nine months. In Provincial Court in Prince George on June 19: Glen S. Fraser was found guilty of assault, placed on probation for 12 months, assessed a victim surcharge of $75 and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years. Fraser was also found guilty of failing to attend court and failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking, sentenced to one day in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $75. John E. Symes was found guilty of production of a controlled substance and improper storage of a firearm, received a conditional sentence of nine months and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years. John R. Sawatzky was found guilty of assault, received a conditional sentence of 12 months, WE HAVE A OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU! was placed on probation for 12 months, assessed a victim surcharge of $100 and prohibited from The #1 Dealer Group in Canada is again expanding their team! possessing firearms for three years. Sawatzky was also found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking, received a conditional sentence of 14 days and was assessed a victim surcharge of $50. (Must start in sales) Gregg J. Turchanski was found guilty of driving without due care and attention and placed No previous experience needed. on probation for six months. In Provincial Court in Prince George on June Pay starting from $75,000/ Year 20: Full benefits, medical and dental Merle C. Denton was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and senPlease only apply if you smile for most of the day tenced to 10 days in jail. Mandy J. Isaac was found guilty of theft of Fill out your application at: property with a value less than $5,000, senhttp://www.northlanddodge.ca/employment/index.htm tenced to 30 days in jail and placed on probaor bring resume to 1995 20th Avenue “attn. HR Dept.” tion for one year. Isaac was also found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking and sentenced to 45 days in jail. Isaac was also found guilty of failing to attend court when ordered to do so and sentenced to one day in jail. Michael P. Raey was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, fined $750, assessed a victim surcharge of $112.50 and placed on probation for one year. David J. Stewart With over 30 years of experience, I can help you preserve your freedom, reputation and livelihood. was found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an For an appointment call 564-4454 undertaking and sen980 Fourth Avenue, Prince George • aartsenlaw.com tenced to one day.
In Provincial Court in Prince George on June 18: Daniel J. Snyder was found guilty of assaulting a peace officer, sentenced to 30 days in jail to be served on an intermittent basis, placed on probation for one year and assessed a victim surcharge of $50. Matthew C. Toker was found guilty of four counts of break and enter and sentenced to two years in jail. Toker was also found guilty of two counts of possession of a controlled substance and sentenced to 45 days in jail. Wendell E. Williams was found guilty of failing to comply
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Cam Lawson hails from the coast, so he’s not an expert on living in the interior. But that hasn’t changed his game inside the rink, where it’s been business as usual for a player aspiring to play NCAA Division 1 hockey. The 19-yearold Vancouver product has been skating with the Prince George Spruce Kings for only a few weeks, but he appears to fit in fine with the B.C. Hockey League organization. Through four games this season, Lawson has recorded two goals and two assists. He’s formed on-ice chemistry with linemate Coltyn Hansen, a player he already knew from their previous team, the Victoria Grizzlies. Lawson and Hansen were dealt to the Spruce Kings in August, an offseason move which saw the Fitzgerald triplets (Gerry, Miles and Leo) join the Grizzlies. The trade also had defenceman David London and future considerations go to the Spruce Kings. “So far, it’s been really good,” Lawson said following a morning skate on Monday. “All of the guys on the team are really good guys and it hasn’t started snowing yet.” The move was prompted by the Fitzgeralds, who wanted to play closer to their hometown of Port Alberni. The Spruce Kings were able to meet their request, while bringing in offensive talent in return. Hansen, a 19-year-old Delta native, has five points (two goals and three assists) in four games. Adding the Fitzgeralds meant more change to an organization which saw new management take over during the offseason. Long-time Nanaimo Clippers
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BIG WIN The Spruce Kings didn’t have the home opener they would’ve preferred, but they made up for it with a victory the following evening. One night after dropping a 4-3 overtime decision to the Trail Smoke Eaters, the Spruce Kings doubled the Penticton Vees 4-2 on Saturday. The loss was the first of the season for the Vees, who dropped to 3-1-0-0. Saturday was Penticton’s first visit to Prince George since they saw their Canadian Junior Hockey League record winning streak end at 42 games with a 5-2 Spruce Kings win on March 10. The Vees went on to win the 2012 Royal Bank Cup national
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NEXT GAME The Spruce Kings have only one game on their upcoming weekend schedule. They wrap up a three-game homestand on Saturday evening against the Merritt Centennials (7 p.m. at the Coliseum). The Centennials carry a 2-1-0-0 record into the contest. Their only defeat was against the Spruce Kings, a 4-1 setback on Sept. 8 in
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INJURIES London, who skated with the Duncan-based Cowichan Valley Capitals last season, has the most serious injury among Spruce Kings players. A broken collarbone suffered in the pre-season is keeping the 19-year-old Kelowna product out of the lineup for between three and four months. Ryan is battling a nagging groin problem, something Dupas is hopeful won’t keep him off the ice on Saturday. Defenceman Mitch Eden has battled tightness in his leg, but is also planning to dress on Saturday. Rookie forward Tanner Fjellstrom is still recovering from an ankle injury, and isn’t expected to dress for the Spruce Kings against Merritt.
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But the goal differential has been decreasing since the Manitoba Bisons routed UNBC 11-0 in Winnipeg on Sept. 8. On Saturday in the Timberwolves’ first Canadian Interuniversity Sport game in Prince George, the Victoria Vikes hammered the home team 10-0. The Timberwolves managed to reduce the goal differential by three on Sunday. This time they lost by only a touchdown, 7-0 to the Fraser Valley Cascades. “It was a tough opponent and we battled well, we played as well as we could and we’ll learn by that experience,” Cameron said. “I think today we played a different type of team. They were very direct, physically strong in the air, we struggled to win the midfield, we made too many mistakes at the back. But to the girls credit, they battled hard and we’ll take what we have learned this weekend and prepare for the Saskatchewan teams.” The Timberwolves, who opened their inaugural Canada West season with a scoreless tie against the Winnipeg Wesmen on Sept. 8, sit in a three-way tie for 11th in the 13-team standings. The Timberwolves, Wesmen and Mount Royal Cougars
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Surrounded by UNBC Timberwolves, Cassie Hugh of the Fraser Valley Cascades attempts a header during their Canada West women’s soccer game on Sunday at the North Cariboo Fields. sport identical 0-3-1 records for one point apiece. What’s worth mentioning is that Winnipeg and Mount Royal are also first-year teams in the Canada West Universities Athletic Association. But UNBC has the worst goals for and against ratio, by a long shot. “We played some good teams and it’s a good standard of soccer, so we’ve got to match that,” Cameron said. “We got to continue to close the gap and we’re still looking to win games and we’ll match up. We’ve played some of the toughest teams
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in the conference. We’ll match up better against some other teams and we’ll look to win games.” While offensive chances against UNBC have come in bunches, the Timberwolves continue to struggle generating offence of their own. It’s a theme the program is all too familiar with, as UNBC scored once in last year’s 0-12 PacWest season. The schedule may provide relief to the Timberwolves this week. They’re back at home to meet a pair of Saskatchewan squads, the Saskatchewan Huskies on Saturday and Regina Cougars on Sunday. On Sunday, the Cascades were led by Carly Neeson, who scored twice. Five other players were credited with goals.
MEN The Timberwolves continue seeking their first Canada West win. On Sunday in Saskatoon, they came the closest to victory so far. In a hard-fought battle, the Saskatchewan Huskies edged the visitors 1-0. The lone goal was scored by
rookie Mitch Bauche in the 34th minute. “I can’t even begin to express how proud I am of the way we battled today. After playing U of A yesterday while U of S was resting and waiting, our boys battled from the beginning to the end of the game today,” UNBC head coach Alan Alderson stated in a release. “We have improved dramatically already and are hoping that if we keep learning at this rate that we can start to earn and steal some points.” Sunday’s game followed a match in Edmonton on Saturday against the Alberta Golden Bears. Alberta blanked UNBC 4-0 in that game. The Timberwolves (0-4) return to Prince George and enter their home-opening weekend. They meet divisional rival Trinity Western Spartans in a doubleheader, Saturday and Sunday. Both games will begin at 2:15 p.m. With a noon start time, the women’s game will precede the men’s contest each day. The contests will unfold at the North Cariboo Fields.
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Cougars’ pre-season ending The pre-season is nearing an end. The next time the Prince George Cougars hit the ice for a hockey game, the stats will count as regular season totals. The Cats open their 2012-13 Western Hockey League campaign on the road, Saturday evening against the Everett Silvertips. The team will stay in Everett, Wash., on Sunday to close out the season-opening doubleheader. With a 4-3 shootout defeat against the Kamloops Blazers on the road Friday night, the Cougars finished their five-game pre-season with three wins, one loss, zero overtime setbacks and one shootout defeat (3-1-0-1). With the victory, the Blazers finished the pre-season a perfect 5-0. They were the only squad in the 22-team WHL to complete its pre-season schedule without a loss. Forwards Chase Witala, Daulton Siwak and Troy Bourke scored for the Cats on Friday evening. The Blazers’ scorers were forwards Colin Smith, Dylan Willick and J.C. Lipon. The visitors had a 3-0 lead, but the Blazers stormed back with three goals in the third period. Smith also scored the only goal in the shootout. Bourke, Alex Forsberg and Siwak were denied on their attempts for the Cougars. Cole Cheveldave picked up the win in the Blazers goal. Devon Fordyce took the loss for the Cougars. The Cougars outshot the Blazers 36-33 in the contest. After their visit to Everett, the Cougars will return home. They open their home schedule on Sept. 28 against the Seattle Thunderbirds. The two teams will meet again the following evening to close out the CN Centre doubleheader. The regular season begins on Thursday evening with one game, as the defending champion Edmonton Oil Kings host the Kootenay Ice at Rexall Place. Friday night’s schedule has eight games. Friday’s sports section will feature a BC Division preview, as the Free Press takes a closer look
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CARIBOO COUGARS Another BC Hockey Major Midget League season gets underway this weekend. The Cariboo Cougars open their 2012-13 campaign at home against the Fraser Valley Thunderbirds. The teams will meet in a CN Centre doubleheader, with games at 4:15 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. on Sunday. With their primary home rink of Kin 1 off limits due to the Kin Centre Enhancement Project, the Cougars will play the majority of this season’s home games at CN Centre. After meeting the Thunderbirds, they’ll hit the road for a two-game set in the Lower Mainland against the Valley West Hawks, Sept. 29 and 30. On Sunday, the Cougars named 17-year-old forward Ryan Forbes as their captain. Forward Tyler Povelofskie, forward Logan Styler and defenceman Stephen Penner are the team’s assistant captains.
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First, let’s look at what the UNBC Timberwolves accomplished on the weekend. When the women’s soccer team hit the pitch at the North Cariboo Fields on Saturday, they became the first ULL UNBC squad, in any sport, to play a Canadian Interuniversity Sport OURT home game. The ongoing efforts RESS by the UNBC athletics department ALISTAIR to get their athletes to the highest level of post-secondary sport in Canada paid off this year. Saturday marked the first time a Canada West game was held in
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Prince George. What other feats were reached on the weekend? If you’re judging by the numbers, not much. Let’s not look past the big picture. The Timberwolves want to build a program that can eventually compete at Canada West, that can challenge for a playoff spot and give traditional MCINNIS powerhouses a run for their money. But can it be done? Rob Giesbrecht is the head coach of the Fraser Valley Cascades squad which blanked the Timberwolves 7-0 on Sunday. Although he’s only in his third year guiding the team, he led the squad to a Canada West Universities Athletic Association title and CIS bronze in his first year in 2010. As the assistant at Trinity Western University for the women’s soccer team when it made the jump into CIS in 2001, he’s seen teams adjust to the transition. “It takes time, it takes commitment from the athletes and leadership from the coaching staff, but (becoming a contender) is possible. It’s just about growing,” he said on Sunday. Easier said than done, particularly when looking at the small university of UNBC, which faces handicaps based on the location of its campus. Prince George doesn’t have the population base of Greater Vancouver, outdoor soccer is only available half the year and the leagues in northern B.C. are less competitive than what’s offered in the Lower Mainland. To be fair, the UNBC men’s soccer team has also struggled. But most of the stats indicate they’ve been closer than the females, despite the fact the women sport the better record at 0-3-1 (the men are 0-4). On Sunday the men came the closest yet to picking up their first CIS win, losing 1-0 on the road to the Saskatchewan Huskies. In Prince George, the Victoria Vikes’ 10-0 rout over the Timberwolves on Saturday gave the
only played varsity games since 2007. But while their male counterparts were able to turn their program into a contender in their short fiveyear stint in PacWest (formerly the B.C. Colleges Athletic Association), the women were never a serious threat. The women’s soccer team was the only program at UNBC not to get a taste of the playoffs in the college level. They were a combined 0-23-1 the last two seasons, with one goal scored in last year’s 0-12 campaign. While Sunday’s score was less lopsided than the previous two, it came against a squad not as experienced as previous years. Giesbrecht noted that only four members of his team that played on Sunday were on the 2010 Canada Westwinning squad, and that the rest were first- and second-year players. He said he played a lot of his bench in the second half after they built a comfortable lead. The Timberwolves would be foolish to mail in the season at any point this year, and 2011 Aspect 30C by don’t expect them to. Winnebago IS They’ve had a tough STK# 19199 early-season schedule WAS $120,187 with games against a SAVE $27,188 few of the top universiUltra Leather Dinette, Interior Upgrade Package, Ultra Leather Cab Seats, Exterior Entertainment Centre ties. with CD, 19” LCD TV with Remote, Microwave/Convection Oven, Dual Pane Windows in Coach, Rear This team is an Air Springs, Radio/Rearview Monitor System, Water Purifier, Skylight/ Roof Vent, Sofa/Sleeper, Electric Awning, Automatic Hydraulic Level Jacks, Satellite Radio, and many more factory features. improvement over 2011. They’re more experienced, have added a talented striker in Sidney Roy and now enjoy the luxury of a full-time head coach. But Canada West is a whole different ball game, and the Timberwolves are learning that the hard way early on in their MOTORS 1-877-564-8558 250-564-8558 RV & MARINE SALES inaugural season. 805 1 st Avenue ORTHERN ECREATION 250-563-889 1 or 1-800-563-8893 Follow Alistair McIn5387 CONTINENTAL W AY www.nrmotors.ca nis on Twitter (@AlMSee our inventory & join our email newsletter at www.nrmotors.ca. On site financing available on approved credit. Price includes freight, documentation fees up to $250 &PDI. Taxes and Environmental Fees are extra. DL7970 cInnis).
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visitors the second most goals in a regular season game for Canada West Universities Athletic Association women’s soccer. The most was the 11 set by the Manitoba Bisons in their 11-0 triumph over UNBC on Sept. 9. Based on the numbers, the 21 allowed would also be the most surrendered by one team in two games. The Timberwolves have been outscored an astounding 28-0 their four games (Note: their tie was a scoreless 0-0 draw in their season opener against the Winnipeg Wesmen, another team playing in its first Canada West season, on Sept. 8). Confidence is crucial for this fragile club. They don’t have the longevity of the UNBC basketball squads and were the least successful of the four athletics programs at UNBC in the B.C. collegiate level. Both soccer programs have
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THURSDAY Kidney Foundation meets, Sept. 20, 7 p.m., hospital, fourth floor Education Room. Information: Diane Duperron 250-9627958. DayBreakers Toastmasters meets Thursday, 7-8 a.m., Elder Citizens Recreation Association,1692 10th Ave. Information: Heather 250-6499591. Plaza 400 Toastmaster Club meets Thursday, noon, Aleza room, fourth floor, Plaza 400 building, 1011 4th Ave. Information: 6252. toastmastersclubs. org/ or 250-5645191. Chess nights, Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., Books and Company. Information: Marilyn 250-562-9580. Tai Chi classes, Thursday, 7-9 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-9643849. Old Time Fiddlers jam, Thursday, 7-10 p.m. Elder Citizens Rec Centre, 1692 10th Ave.
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and recreational activities with an international flavor. Dance September 22nd “Deuces Wild” at the Hart Pioneer Center 6986 Hart Highway contact 250962-6712. $10, 19 and older. Midnight snack included. Presented at the Annual Corn Roast of Le Cercle Des Canadiens Francais Saturday September 22, at 3 p.m. Westwood Church - 2658 S Ospika Blvd. the musical “Colas et Coninette” at 7 p.m. directed by Lyn Vernon and accompanied by the Prince George Symphony Orchestra, with Music Conductor, Bruce Dunn. The corn roast is held to celebrate the fall’s harvesting by gathering a village’s residents. They play games, sing traditional songs and share the “fruits” of their harvest. Flea market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4
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SUNDAY Flea market, Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave. 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.
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Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Buddhist meditation class, Tuesdays, 7:15-8:45 p.m., 320 Vancouver St. Information: 250962-6876 or www. tilopa.org. 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.
(take off pounds sensibly) 11:30 a.m. weigh in, noon meeting, St. Michael’s Anglican Church. Information: 250-9603959, 778-416-0908. Learning Circle Literacy Program works with adult learners and families on literacy, numeracy and computing skills. Information: 250564-3568 ext. 228, or literacy@pgnfc.com.
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her hair. It is shiny, healthy and, as she puts it, “eight months long.” Her cancer journey has been a valuable learning experience, she says. One that makes minor setbacks, like delays in her physical training, much easier to bear. “I had been training for the Run for the Cure, about 10 weeks in and I injured my knees. I had worked up to just under seven kilometres and I had to cut back, but there’s still time to train.” During her recovery, she found out she’s not alone. “I went on the cancer connection website last year and was surprised to find out there are lots of young people going through this – at first, I felt like I was the only one of this age. And with me there’s no strong family history. A distant cousin had breast cancer, in her 40s, but at my age, I didn’t expect it.” This week her world looks sunny. She starts a new job this week, working as a line cook at a popular downtown restaurant. “Sure, I had breast cancer. It’s not going to stop me from moving forward in my life. I’m more grateful for life, all of it, good and bad. I’m not going to try and understand ‘why me?’ I decided early on that I was not dying, that it wasn’t an option for me.” On her personal page of the Foundation’s CIBC Run for the Cure website, Thomas who is collecting pledges for the Run, describes how she felt. “After my surgery my surgeon said that it ‘went well and we got it all.’ I took him at his word and decided to approach chemo, radiation and tamoxifen as formalities. I told myself that I will endure these treatments to prove to the doctors that I’m fine.” The support from family members, friends and “complete strangers” got her through all the procedures, she said. “I fully understood the severity of the treatments and their side effects. I just accepted them and tried to hope for the best. It was not easy, I fell down many times along the way. Faith was lost, found and questioned. I cried almost daily at some points. Times were lonely. “It was hard fro me to ask for help, I am a strong independent kind of person, I’m not weak. But I was. The visits, emails, phone calls and surprise mail package I got really saved me – they gave me the strength to get us and move forward.” She has praise too for Eric and renewed optimism for life: “I have a good man who caught me every time I fell, [who] picked me up and put me back together. I have so much to be happy for. I won’t take my time here for granted anymore because nothing is certain. So love unconditionally and with compassion.” The Canadian Breast Cancer CIBC Run Te re s a M A LLA M / Fre e for the Cure is on Sunday, Sept. 30. Reena Thomas battled cancer when she was 26 years old.
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Book boss Jim Brinkman has been busy booking acts for Artspace above Books and Company. David Francey has been confirmed for Oct. 10 and Steve Dawson will hit the stage Oct. 17. Tickets are on sale at Books and Company. There will be a book launch by local author Keith Billington for his new book TseLo-Neh – the People at the End of the Rocks. The book is due for a Sept. release.
Reggae band joins Big Sugar in Prince George Big Sugar has announced that reggae legend Willi Williams and The Balconies are joining them for their show on Friday, Oct. 26. Williams is a renowned Jamaican reggae and dub musician and producer. He’s known as the Armagideon Man after his hit Armagideon Time. Special guests The Balconies are a high energy band with siblings Jacquie (guitarist) and Stephen Neville (bass) along with Liam Jaeger’s rhythms. Big Sugar is led by Gordie Johnson on guitar and vocals, Kelly Hoppe on Harmonica and saxophone, Garry Lowe on Bass, Stephane Bodean Beaudin on drums and Friendlyness, who handles keyboards and tasting duties for the band. Tickets for the Big Sugar and guests show Friday, Oct. 26 at the CN Centre are available at all Ticketmaster locations or order online at www.ticketmaster.ca.
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Tuesday’s second annual University Farmers’ Market KickOff went off without a hitch. The UNBC campus came alive with the smell of bannock and the sound of rock and roll. The outdoor stage hummed a solid backdrop for the bustling market below while vendors refused to be perturbed by the spotty sun and blustery conditions. Though the day proved a little chilly, the University Farmer’s Market (UFM) came into its own and brought out a crowd. The market relies heavily upon student attendance as there are not typically enough students to support it on campus during the summer months. Though as Alvie, the sustainability manager, puts it: “Anyone who enjoys building community enjoys coming to the Farmers’ Market.” People from all walks of life can find an enjoyable aspect at the UFM from the Two Rivers Gallery interactive art booth, the Northern Bear Awareness’s free fruit exchange program, the Prince George Public Interest Research Group’s compost initiative, to fresh produce and perogies. As opposed to pulling students and faculty off campus and into
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There is no doubt that his mother’s home cooking played a big part in what Dale Simmons wanted to do for a living. His penchant for peeling potatoes also helped. “I am the youngest of 10 children,” he said. “We grew up in a big family in Corner Brook, Newfoundland and ever since I was 12 years old, I was peeling potatoes. “Most of my family is involved in the food industry in one way or another. But I credit my mother for getting me interested in Teresa MA LLA M / Fre e Pre s s cooking. She’s well known Jill Conroy, Dale Simmons, Cherie Nault and Jillian Clements are happy to serve their for her beautiful soups – customers delicious, fresh baking at Simmy’s Bistro on Third Ave. and I learned from her.” most people have a short lunch place to be upscale, to suit what’s includes a second year Simmons is owner of Simmy’s Bistro on George St. hour and they need to get served going on in the downtown now. nursing student and a across from the courthouse. It quickly, have their lunch and get “ There is another side to Dale is the former location of Javva out the door and go back to work. that few people know. Mugga Mocha Restaurant which So I try to accommodate them.” He’s a philanthropist, known Anyone wanting to linger and operated for 20 years before a fire in an adjacent building forced sip on a cup of tea, well, that’s locally as the man who walks Masters Certificate in Project Management a few blocks to where there are them to close. When it was reno- fine too. The biggest change he made people in need and gives them vated, Simmons saw a business The Masters Certificate in Project Management is taught by professionals with extensive experience when he took over was not to leftover soup, sandwiches and opportunity. in project management. Practical applications and real-world scenarios are an integral part of the “The owners of Javva Mugga totally revamp the decor but to pastries. instruction model. The lead instructor, Dr. Dale Christenson, is the President and Founder of the Project “It’s just something that I do Mocha had a beautiful reputa- acquire more, and more modern Management Centre of Excellence, Inc. His teaching style is dynamic, interactive and relevant. quietly, to help out,” he says. “To tion. I think just about everybody equipment. If you want to advance your career growth opportunities, UNBC’s Masters Certificate in Project “I needed more equipment me, it’s much better than throwin Prince George has enjoyed a Management is your next step. coffee at that corner – so I just than what was there. So I got big- ing good food in the garbage.” He also believes in hiring staff wanted to build on that reputa- ger coolers, ovens, fridges, deep This program is designed with a key principle in mind: exceptional value. freeze, more display cases, big- that may need a job to further tion.” UNBC’s Masters Certificate in Project Management will provide high quality training and education in The location and timing for ger coffee machine. I wanted the their education. Currently that a conveniently scheduled nine-module program. This program includes important aspects meant to opening his bistro was boost your career potential: just right, he says. Prince George Native Friendship Centre • The fundamental of project management that all project managers need to know; “Right now (finan• Best practices, proven to work, supported by sound academic research and current industry cier) Dan McLaren is applications; doing an awful lot for • Case examples from the private, public and not-for-profit sectors to support relevance to all the downtown core,” participants from various sectors; said Simmons. “So I feel • Next practices, emerging trends and applications that are resolving some significant project like I landed in the midmanagement issues; and dle of all this growth, • Course materials compliant with the Project Management Institute (PMI®). Drug and Alcohol Free Family Event with him building an Starts: September 21st, 2012 empire all around me Friday, September 21, 2012: [he laughs] and it’s only Completion Time: 9 Weekends over 9 months. Pipe Ceremony going to get better.” Visit www.unbc.ca/continuingstudies for exact dates and times. Protocols And, not to be Feast (5 pm to 5:45 pm) Testimonial immodest, but Simmons thinks that is bubRound Dance (6 pm to 9 pm) I obtained my Masters Certificate in Project Management at UNBC a few years ago, but at that time it was bly “Newfie” personaldelivered by another B.C. University. The knowledge, insight and respect I gained through the MCPM certification Saturday, September 22, 2012: ity has a lot to do with helped me immeasurably in my role as IMIT Project Manager for Northern Health’s highly successful Fort St. John his thriving business. Pipe Ceremony Hospital and Residential Care Project. In June, I attended a UNBC information session led by Dr. Dale Christenson. “I’m very friendly Protocols I’ve known of his work for a number of years. Among many things, he developed the B.C. 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Professional Service Advisor • Are you highly organized? • Do you have great people skills? • Do you have experience in customer service? • Would you like to work in a professional customer oriented system? • Would you like to learn? • Do you have automotive, food, service or retail experience? • Would you like a Monday to Friday 8-5 shift? For more information, job description or to apply, contact us in person with a resume at: Benchmark Automotive 3532 Massey Drive Prince George, BC V2N 2M4 Fax: 250-564-3045 benchmarkautomotive@shawbiz.ca
TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD. is currently seeking an Electrician to join our team in Armstrong, BC. The Lumber Division in Armstrong is a leading manufacturer of stud products in both domestic and foreign markets. We are an equal opportunity employer and this position offers an excellent pension and benefit program. JOIN THE TOLKO PROFESSIONALS Competitive wages Development opportunities On-going training Dynamic and challenging environment Stable employment PLC Experience Required Strong values of Safety, Respect, Progressiveness, Open Communication, Integrity and Profit guide us at Tolko. READY TO APPLY YOURSELF? If you are interested in exploring this opportunity and being part of our community, please visit our website at: www.tolko.com and submit your resume by Sept. 23, 2012.
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Bridging to Employment Program Session to begin: October 8, 2012.
The Carrier Sekani Family Services Bridging to Employment Program is currently accepting applications for motivated and committed students. The program is nine weeks in length and covers skill development geared to employment and training. Students will receive the following certificates & training in the program: • Food-safe • First Aid • WHMIS • Serving it Right • First Host • Basic Computers Skills • Financial Literacy To register and for more information contact Samantha Wurtak at (250) 563-5530; The Bridging to Employment and Training Program is sponsored by the Prince George Nechako Aboriginal Employment, Training Association and the Urban Aboriginal Working Group.
Adopt a Shelter Cat! The BC SPCA cares for thousands of orphaned and abandoned cats each year. If you can give a homeless cat a second chance at happiness, please visit your local shelter today. www.spca.bc.ca
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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. Local Prince George Contractor working with at risk youth looking for youth worker/respite worker. Must have a minimum of 2 years in the Social Sciences or Social Work field and/or an equivalent of related experience. Require valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle and Level 1 First Aid. Please submit resumes to PO Box 55, Prince George, BC V2L 4R9 Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430
PRINCE GEORGE busy, full service Pizza Hut restaurant requires full time Food Counter Attendants, $11.00/hour, Food and Beverage Servers, $11.00/hour and cooks $13.00/hour. Cooks must have at least 3 years’ experience. All jobs are full time for 40hrs/week. Mail resumes at Suite 208, 715 Victoria Street Prince George, BC V2L 2K5 or fax 250-561-2549
Income Opportunity EARN EXTRA Cash! - P/T, F/T Immediate openings. Easy computer work, other positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed. www.HWC-BC.com
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wanted for Dawson Creek area immediately. Class 1, lowbed and gravel experience necessary. Competitive wages. Fax resume and driver abstract to 250-7823408 or email admin@brocor.com
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EARN some extra money for Christmas! Canfor’s J.D. Little Forest Centre in Prince George is looking for Seasonal Nursery Workers for our seedling harvest. Working for 5 to 6 weeks starting around October 17th. Two shifts: Morning (7:00 am to 2:00 pm) and Afternoon (2:30 pm to 9:30 pm) Excellent and safe working environment! Ideal Candidate for Employment is physically fit, capable of working on your feet, safety conscious and able to work alongside others in a fast-paced team environment. Drop off your resume at the nursery or e-mail to Larry.Clark@canfor.com: J.D.Little Forest Centre 6677 Landooz Road Phone: 250-9600165 Directions to nursery: On highway 97 at the top of the hill north of the John Hart Bridge turn right on Northwood Pulp Mill Road and follow for 6 km. At the bottom of the big hill, make first left turn on Landooz Road and follow road for 1 km. Turn left into entrance to nursery.
Resident manager wanted (couple preferred) duties include property management front desk and maintenance Apply to Scott’s Inn 551 11th Ave Kamloops BC V2C 3Y1 email scottsinn@shaw.ca or fax 250-372-9444
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Full Time Journeyman Welder Required in Williams Lake Duties will include welding repairs, fabrication and repairs to heavy duty industrial equipment. A valid class 5 license and abstract are required. We offer a bene¿t package. Wages are negotiable upon experience. Apply by fax: 250-392-3504 or email: eldoent@telus.net Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Flooring Sales Manager The Houston Division of Bulkley Valley Home Centre requires a sales person/ manager for its flooring department. This person will have retail experience that includes measuring, estimating, ordering and selling laminate, hardwood, vinyl, carpet and ceramic. This person will have had experience working with installers. The ability to provide excellent customer service to homeowners and contractors and assist the store manager with marketing initiatives for the flooring department are key priorities. The position also requires a general knowledge of building materials and the ability to work in a computerized environment. Houston is located in the beautiful Bulkley Valley, 50 km east of Smithers. There are outstanding opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation activities. Assistance with relocation will be considered for the right person. Compensation includes salary, incentive plan and benefits. Please submit cover letter and resume to amanda@bvhome.ca or fax to 1-250-845-7608.
AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for welders, due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20 km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for ten 3rd Year Apprentices or Journeyperson welders. We offer best wage in industry. 3rd Year Apprentice $28-$30/hour, Journeyperson $32-$35/hour, higher with tank experience. Profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at office: 780-8462231; fax: 780-846-2241 or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca production@autotanks.ca Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform. Certified Utility Arborists and 2nd yr Apprentice Utility Arborists wanted immediately for clearing in and around energized lines in lower mainland & interior regions. Competitive wage & benefit package. Call Matt for details 250-308-6033.
HEAVY DUTY Mechanic, F/T permanent. Exp. with forestry equipment. Should have good communication, problem solving skills, work independently or as part of a team in all types of field & weather cond. First Aid & WHMIS an asset. Salary based on experience & qualifications. Benefit package avail. Please send resume w/cover letter. Box 714, Creston, BC V0B 1G0, Fax: 250-428-9910, Email: robertlogging@shawcable.com Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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HEAVY EQUIPMENT Repair Ltd. currently has full-time positions available: H/D Truck and Transport Mechanic and Parts Counter Person. Contact Herb 780-849-3768; cell 780849-0416. Fax 780-849-4453. Email: herb@hheltd.com
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Driest fire wood in town! Split & delivered $180 real cord (250)562-7111
JOURNEYMAN AUTOBODY position available immediately at brand new modern dealership. Lots of work, great pay, benefits, great Northern Saskatchewan community. Apply to Rob Dron at admin@shellbrookchev.ca or call 1-800-667-0511. JOURNEYMAN HEAVY Equipment Technicians. Due to a steady growth in our industry we currently have multiple positions open for our field service division. Mining and large construction equipment experience is an asset. We offer very competitive wages and benefits. Apply: office@dutchmen.ca LOCAL ROCKY Mountain House company looking for day rate and hourly Vacuum Truck Operator. Must have current oilfield tickets, up-todate drivers abstract. Benefit package. Fax 403-845-3903. SECHELT WASTE Company seeks Heavy Duty Mechanic to manage shop operations and the maintenance of all equipment. Submit resume to 604-885-4247 or directdisposal@dccnet.com
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Art/Music/Dancing Guitar instruction for you or your child. Weekly private lessons from a professional guitar teacher. Member of BCPMTA Studio located in home in College Hts area. Learn quickly & properly by notation. Call for more info 250-964-9097 John Early age specialist.
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Firewood/Fuel FIR, split & delivered $150 per truckload (250)640-2870
Misc. for Sale Number 5 bear trap for sale $1200 Ph: 250-640-0907 SAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money and save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town
Real Estate Lots 2 acre building lot (219’ x 397’) in city limits. 10862 Jutland Rd $35,000 Ph (250)964-0357
Recreational Sun Peaks Duplex For Sale
Health Products CASH BACK - $10 for every pound you lose. Lose weight quickly and safely and keep it off, results guaranteed! Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800854-5176.
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ANDY MEINTS CONTRACTING has an immediate opening for an
Experienced Processor Operator to work in the Houston area. To apply for this position please fax your resume to 250-845-7319 or email it to ameintscl@telus.net. For more information contact Andy Meints at 250-845-7319 during the day or 250-845-7316 in the evening.
Each side: $449,000 5 bdrms. 3 bath, front & back decks. Exc. revenue opportunity We work with agents! 604-626-7100 www. northrockhomes.ca/peak-2-creek
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Cleaning Services Mature lady looking to do house cleaning. 25 yrs exp. Call Sandra :(250)981-3752
Home Improvements Bath & Kitchen Specialist
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 Tom today for free estimate.
250-961-0439
G Gilbert Renovation Year round reno needs. Int/ext, nothing too small. 30 yrs exp. Free estimates! Call Gaetan (250) 560-5845 or 552-7184
Roofing & Skylights Norm’s Roofing
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Other Areas FREE BROCHURE. Kings County “Land of Orchards, Vineyards and Tides”. Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Start a business! Toll-Free: 1-888865-4647, www.kingsrda.ca
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VENICE PLACE APTS 1438 Queensway Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrm Suites Balcony, Elevator, Underground parking. Heat included Call (250)561-1446
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Majestic Management (1981) Ltd. CE • OFFI ERCIAL M • COM IL • RETA Space available for rent For all your rental needs Call 562-8343 or 562-RENT
Duplex / 4 Plex 1, 2 & 3 bdrm suites for rent. Includes utilities Reasonably priced. 250-552-1178 Pet friendly, 2 or 3 bdrm, central location. 1 month free for senior. 250-649-8439
Shared Accommodation Coming to PG for school? Quiet, safe, clean, friendly furnished home to share for female student. Avail. Sept. 31. $450. On bus route, own bedroom, share rest of house, Internet incl. Room and board can be negotiated. Sharing house with working woman. References required. lorraines@citywest.ca
Suites, Lower Fully furnished 1 bdrm bsmt suite. All appliances included. Close to CNC, UNBC & Pine Centre 250-564-9443
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large bright 1br, F/S, alarm, newer house, close to Van Bien school & bus. $550 util inc. Ph: 250-563-7215
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250-561-1447 Briarwood Apts. 1330/80 Foothills Blvd. 1 & 2 Bdrm suites 250-561-1571
Carriage Lane Estates
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HARDWOOD MANOR APTS Large 1 & 2 bdrm suites Hardwood floors throughout Heat & Hot water included
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April Lambs for sale. Naturally Raised $150 each. Call: 250-971-2205
2666 Upland Street 1 & 2 bedroom apts. Rent includes: hydro, heat, hot water, appliances, drapes and parking. Quiet, no pets
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Motorcycles 90 Rare FXR Harley Davidson 1340 cc custom paint & Seat Vance & Hine’s , Chrome wheel’s stored in doors. Mint condition. Must sell as of health condition $6,500.00 firm call 250-255-2210 or 250992-2728
Recreational/Sale BIG SKY Montana 2008, 38.8’ immaculate, 4 slides all the extras, electric awning FP Vacuflo, Dbl fridge 3 way microwave, King bed, new tires Sacrifice $44,000. OBO (250)836-4902
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Maddie Bennett, 3, enjoys the sun along with her poodle, Poppy, at the Paws for a Cause Sunday at Cottonwood Park. The annual event which includes a walk, entertainment, food and activities is a fundraiser for the SPCA and proceeds benefit the local shelter.
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The Northern Gateway Project is generating healthy debate. British Columbians are asking many important questions like, is this pipeline worth it for BC and its northern communities? The benefits that the Northern Gateway Project will bring to British Columbia are significant. It will create jobs, generate new tax revenue for BC, and strengthen the province’s economy.
New jobs will be created... Many people will be employed to build this project. Here in BC, over 3,000 high-paying construction jobs will be created during the building phase. And over 500 new long-term jobs will open up when it’s completed–jobs to monitor and maintain the pipeline, jobs at the Kitimat Marine Terminal, and indirect jobs in areas such as food and hospitality, accommodations, and transportation. And all right here in BC.
Over $800 million will be spent on local goods and services... During construction, hundreds of millions will be spent in Northern BC on equipment rentals, worker accommodations, trucking and fuel, just to name a few. Businesses will grow and new jobs will bring a steady source of family income, as well as opportunities for young people right out of school. All of this will have a positive impact on local businesses and community stability.
Local communities will have a brighter future... On top of new jobs being created, the project will generate $40 million per year in new tax revenue for BC–that’s $1.2 billion over a period of 30 years. This will make a difference to local communities who can use it to build facilities and strengthen public services.
Enbridge will also provide an additional $100 million to support communities near the pipeline in BC and Alberta. We are also committed to partnerships with Aboriginal communities–funding will be provided for community investment, scholarships and education programs, and Aboriginal business opportunities will be created.
People will learn specialized work skills... Individuals from towns near the pipeline will be given the opportunity to learn the skills needed to work in the energy industry. Enbridge has created the Gateway Education and Training Fund, a $1.5 million commitment that will support training initiatives that focus on pipeline construction skills. The knowledge and experience acquired during the construction phase will serve them well as the demand for skilled workers in the energy sector here in British Columbia, Canada and around the world continues to increase.
New global markets will open opportunities for new growth... As it stands, Canada relies on just one customer for its oil exports. The Northern Gateway Project will provide access to the growing economies and the huge markets of the Pacific Rim eager for our energy, which will increase Canada’s Gross Domestic Product by at least $270 billion over 30 years. So not only will the residents of British Columbia see an increase in tax revenue, employment and long-term job opportunities, they will see the economy strengthened in both their province and country as a new gateway to more trade partners opens up.
The project will bring significant economic benefits to BC. Discover more and join the conversation at benefits.northerngateway.ca.
It’s more than a pipeline.
It’s a path to our future. ©2012 Northern Gateway Pipelines Inc.