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in river levels can be attributed to rainfall and a fraction of snow melt. Mild weather with cool temperatures mean much of the snow in the higher passages has not melted yet. “Like everyone else, we are keeping as close attention as we can,” she said. If flooding becomes an issue, the RDFFG will offer the appropriate level of support if homes are threatened.
The City’s Emergency Operations Centre will be issuing evacuation alert notices to residents who may be affected. Evacuation alerts are issued to notify residents of the potential for danger to or loss of life from flooding in their homes or lack of emergency vehicle access. Residents who receive evacuation alert notices can contact the City of Prince George Service Centre at 250-561-7600 for sand-
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Five years ago, on June 7, 2007, 14-year-old Lucas James Degerness went to Prince George Secondary school with his mom to talk to the principal about his performance in class. After the meeting, Lucas was supposed to go back to class. He never did. It was the last time his mom saw him. The next day Lucas was reported missing to the Prince George RCMP when he didn’t show up at home. An investigation found Lucas spent the night of June 7 with a friend, but there are no confirmed sightings of the boy after that. The RCMP have chased down several leads including several possible sightings, but each time it
turned out the person reported was someone who resembled Lucas. Other information lead police to search the Hudson Bay Slough in November of 2010, but no evidence was discovered to forward the investigation. “In all investigations, the RCMP will follow up on all credible information,” a press release from Corp. Craig Douglass, media liaison with the RCMP, said. The investigation is ongoing. An age-enhanced sketch of what Lucas would look like now, at 19 years old, is available on the RCMP website. An age-enhanced photo will soon be available as well. “The Prince George RCMP believe this anniversary is a good opportunity to look back to the days leading up to and shortly after Lucas’ disappearance. We are confident that someone has
information that can further this investigation and we are asking those persons to come forward. The information may seem insignificant, but investigators may find it to be the piece of the puzzle that they, and Lucas’ family, are looking for,” the police statement goes on to say. The public can help the police by contacting them if they have any information about Lucas or where he might be. Please call the Prince George RCMP at 250-561-3300, anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 -TIPS, online at www.pgcrimestoppers.bc.ca, or Text-A-Tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using keyword “pgtips”, or anonymously contact the Missing Children Society of Canada at 1-800661-6160 or e-mail a tip to tips@ mcsc.ca.
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FCM attendees say united message is needed DELYNDA PILON newsroom@pgfreepress.com
When it comes to potholes and crumbling roads, Prince George isn’t alone in its plight. In fact, of the 1,800 municipalities represented at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) annual meeting, the overwhelming majority listed roads as a major concern. Coun. Cameron Stolz, the chair of the finance and audit committee and one of the four councillors who attended the conference, said a solution is to stand united in sending a message to the federal government that urgent help is needed. “I think the solution is a common message to the federal government that we have a challenge to address,” Stolz said. “Whether it was the big city mayor caucus, individual committees or members at large,
the message is ‘we need a sustainable infrastructure fund’.” Locally, he said the finance and audit committee is working on finding a longterm strategy to address the crumbling infrastructure in the city, which includes water and sewer lines. He added they will be making a presentation with recommendations to council this fall. However, including roads about $12.3 million is needed, and though Stolz expects money will be found through the core review, other funding sources may be pinpointed as well, and the finance and audit committee will have innovative ideas, there will still be a gap. “We just can’t do it on our own. We would have to raise taxes with a 16 per cent tax increase. Take $12.3 million and divide it by 770,000, and that’s how much you’d have to raise taxes just to meet the infrastructure deficit. Obviously that’s not an option. We just can’t raise taxes,” he said.
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Currently he said the federal government provides infrastructure funding through Build Canada, however the program expires in 2014, and even now all the money available within it has been allocated. A new agreement, Stolz said, will likely be announced next fall, in time for the 2014 construction season. Mayor Shari Green, who also attended the conference, said the FCM has been working with the federal government on this new plan. “Two billion dollars in infrastructure funding will end if this program ends. But the government said it is prepared to work with us. I’m optimistic, but this needs to happen soon. People need certainty sooner rather than later so they can plan,” she said. During the meeting, delegates representing the 1,800 municipalities had the opportunity to provide feedback on exactly how
they want to see this new program work. Questions included whether it should be project or plan based, and asked what sort of flexibility it should include. All of that information will be taken to the Ministry of Transportation to be considered while details of the program are hammered out. The program will be a step forward in dealing with what turned out to be the most pressing issue among those at the FCM conference. “It was definitely the most talked-about issue and concern from people across the country,” Green said. “It was the subject of the most well-attended tracks of the session. It’s good to hear we’re not the only ones in this boat, but unfortunately it’s evidence of an overwhelming and underlying issue across the country. Local government cannot manage its infrastructure with only eight cents on the dollar from upper levels of government.”
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Enbridge says First Nations support plan Majority of groups have signed on for equity stake in pipeline project Q NORTHERN GATEWAY
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“Aggregate equity ownership is expected to generate approximately $280 million in net income to aboriginal communities over the first 30 years. “Becoming an owner in this project means aboriginal groups are
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going to see significant cash flow within the first year of operations,” the statement added. The Enbridge statement did indicate there are additional economic benefits to be gained by aboriginal
value would be worth $1 billion. The statement did not identify the aboriginal groups and Enbridge officials have said before that it is up to the native groups to identify themselves. Last week in Williams Lake 61 First Nations groups from across B.C. declared their opposition to the pipeline. The groups, representing First Nations groups dependent on salmon runs in the Fraser River watershed, signed a declaration opposing the pipeline. In March, a group of nine west coast First Nations groups declared a ban on tanker traffic in waters in their traditional territories.
The Haisla Nation near Kitimat has voiced its opposition to the pipeline, as have the Gitxsan … after hereditary chief Elmer Derrick announced the hereditary chiefs had reached an agreement with Enbridge. Coastal First Nations – which represents First Nations from the North and Central coast of BC and on Haida Gwaii – says that the company’s claim is “a complete sham.” “We have checked with all the First Nations on the pipeline route west of Prince
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Enbridge says it has signed up the majority of the aboriginal groups who were qualified to take on an equity stake in the company’s proposed Northern Gateway Pipelines project. “Almost 60 per cent of eligible Aboriginal communities along the proposed right of way, representing 60 per cent of the First Nations’ population (and 80 per cent of the combined First Nations’ and Metis’ population) have agreed to be part owners of the proposed Northern Gateway pipelines,” the company said in a statement released Wednesday. The equity stake amounts to 10 per cent of the proposed $5.5 billion project to transport Alberta oil sands crude to a marine export terminal at Kitimat. “Half of the equity units taken up went to groups in British Columbia, and the other half to groups in Alberta,” said the statement in attributing the information to Enbridge official Paul Stanway. “The most significant way in which aboriginal people can benefit from the project is by owning a stake in it and sharing in the revenue it produces,” the statement continued. “Through equity ownership, aboriginal people will be able to generate a significant new and stable revenue stream that could help achieve the priorities of their communities – such as improved health care, education and housing. “The long-term financial benefits for participating as shareholders will be significant.
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t happens every year at about this time ... flood watches. As the snow in the mountains starts to melt and the water makes its way to the ocean, rivers swell. That means those living in low-lying areas are at risk ... depending on how high the waters rise. Prolonged rainfall, such as we had earlier this week, long hot spells, or both exacerbate the problems. Also this year the snowpacks are at record high levels. That means a lot of water has to make its way through our river system. Both the city and the regional district have elevated the alert level of their Emergency Response Centre. The city will be issuing evacuation alert notices to those affected. The notice doesn’t mean they have to evacuate, only to be ready should the water levels rise to a critical level. For the rest, just be aware that river levels are high. Don’t be stupid. Don’t go to the river’s edge to take a look, don’t take your kids down to the rivers, don’t play near, or on, the rivers. Rivers are always dangerous and even moreso now. Be safe.
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he provincial government has done a good thing in scaling back BC Hydro rate increases. The way it is doing so raises more questions than answers. Last week Energy Minister Rich Coleman announced that the government was cancelling a B.C. Utilities Commission hearing into Hydro rate increases, which have already been scaled back from the 50 per cent premium increases which were initially proposed about two years ago. At that time, the rate increases were suggested to allow for introduction of the smart meter program, purchase of private power under long-term contracts and major capital expenses, including turbine installation at several dams and other upgrades. When Coleman was named energy minister under new Premier Christy Clark, she asked that he review Hydro’s plans. The review said that the smart meter program should stay, and that other projects should proceed, but also said that rates didn’t need to go up as steeply. Hydro then asked for an eight per cent increase in 2012, 3.91 per cent in 2013 and 3.91 per cent in 2014. Planned increases had been 9.73 per cent each year. On Tuesday, Coleman said Hydro received an eight per cent increase in 2011 and a 3.91 per cent increase in 2012, along with a rate rider of five per cent. The government is now saying it wants a 1.44 per cent increase in 2013, making the rate increase 17 per cent over three years. There was no word of what is planned in 2014 or beyond. Why is there a B.C. Utilities Commission, if the government can simply override its mandate? Perhaps the biggest question is this: Is this all politics, in preparation for the 2013 provincial election? Is the 2013 rate increase being kept artificially low on the expectation that the NDP will win government, as polls suggest? Is this a time bomb being left by the current government for what may be a new government? So far, there are no clear answers. - Kelowna Capital News
have developed thriving resource industries. In the The provision of public services in Canada is current global economy that is where the money is. done by a combination of provincial and federal Ontario and Quebec are suffering from the decline governments. The provision of health care, educain manufacturing. The decline in manufacturing tion and many other services is the responsibility of has been ongoing for several decades and unlikely the province. to change rapidly. We can’t have cheap goodies To ensure that all Canadians receive the same or such as televisions, cloths and other gadgets withvery similar levels of service, at similar taxation out them being manufactured in those parts of the rates, funds are transferred from more prosperous world where wages are much lower provinces to those provinces which than in Canada. You can think of that have a less vigorous economy. The the next time you blow some bucks on funds are used entirely at the discretion your next toy at your favourite big box of the provinces. store. For the year 2012-13 payments to The resource industries have their have not provinces will be: Prince Onside ugly side but they do produce a fantasEdward Island $337 million, Nova VictorBowman tic amount of economic activity. That, Scotia $1.268 billion, New Brunswick like manufacturing in the East or the $1.495 billion, Quebec $7.341 billion, fisheries in the Maritime Provinces, will not go on Ontario $3.265 billion, and Manitoba $1.671 billion forever. For the immediate future, it is our best bet. for a total of $15.4 billion. There are those who would leave all the minerThose payments come from the federal tax revals and other resources in the ground and keep the enue raised in Newfoundland and Labrador, Saswilderness untouched forever. That is something we katchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. all can feel an affinity to, but do we starve to death Before becoming indignant about supporting to do so? those Easterners, we should give a little thought There are just not that many jobs in the world of to what the objective of equalization payments are tourism and most of the wage rates are on par with really about. All provinces are part of the Canadian the wage of a burger flipper. family and as such, we want all members of the It is strange that we will clear the trees to build family to have a similar lifestyle. If you doubt the fairness of the equalization payment system, look to subdivision and other buildings, pave over the natural soil and commit other atrocities upon the land, other countries which have a collection of indepenbut we hate to see machines digging out the mineral dent political units. You will not have to look very wealth and oppose the transportation corridors that long or hard to see that the standards of living are get those resources to those who will pay a good vastly different from one political unit to anouther. price for them. Educational opportunities and hence hope for Let’s keep our perspective. We can not have our progress are vastly different. Those who are more prosperous become richer and those who are poorer cake and eat it to, but we can use a little common sense so we can have meat and potatoes on the become more impoverished. table. It is nice living in a have province, let’s keep An interesting fact of the current equalization it that way. payments are supported by those provinces that
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allowing us to claim some Editor: meager victories. I have been following There are significant with interest the recent differences between the Prince George media UBCM and the Maycoverage of Mayor Shari ors’ Caucus. Green’s First, there attendance at are 1,600 delthe Mayors’ egates attendCaucus held ing UBCM. A in May at smaller group of Penticton. mayors is much I did not more managesit on the able and much steering commore personal. mittee that Second, there arranged are dozens of the conferprovincial politience and Derek Corrigan - Burnaby mayor cians, bureauI attended crats and private with some sector lobbyists significant at the UBCM. Much of doubts about the utility the focus for local council of such a meeting. After members is related to the all, as you point out, we individual interests of already have the UBCM and it has been monumen- their municipalities and whether they can catch tally unsuccessful in getthe attention of those who ting our message through control the purse strings. to the Province. We pass In Penticton, mayors met motion after motion only with virtually no outside to receive either outright interruptions. rejection or a promise to Lastly, at UBCM there do more study. Occasionis a substantial education ally, we even get lucky component. Many local and coincide with existing provincial policy direction, government representa-
tives are there to learn more about new opportunities and best practices. At the Mayors’ Caucus we were there to listen to each other. During twenty-five years as an elected official in Burnaby, I have witnessed the ever-increasing challenges that we face in local communities around the province and the traditional divisions that separate us as rural and urban, island and mainland, north and south and right and left. At the Mayors’ Caucus we concentrated on our common interests and our desire to be respected as an order of government. For the first time, I got a chance to sit down with mayors from all over B.C. as they articulated the real problems they faced and how we could work together to find solutions. Those connections are invaluable and they can’t be found among two thousand delegates and lobbyists. While it is true that
mayors have only one vote and do not control councils, they are often the face and the voice of their communities. Over two days, we worked hard and dealt with only two agenda items and a single motion. More important, we dis-
covered a unity of purpose that can be sustained. While Mayor Green and I may come from different sides of the political spectrum, I applaud the work she has done to bring local governments together. I hope that B.C. mayors can
continue to support each other in the ongoing battle to ensure our communities are economically viable, environmentally responsible and socially progressive. Mayor Derek Corrigan City of Burnaby
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Legislative sitting made a lot of progress
The beginning of June marks the end of another spring sitting of the Legislature. While it’s incredibly important to be here in Prince GeorgeMackenzie working on constituency matters, passing legislation and moving forward with important economic drivers is another key part of the job. So PATBELL much was accomplished, and our work focused on three major categorizes: economy, education and healthcare. We made significant progress, and there is still much work left to be done. Here I’ll recap some of the key initiatives you may not have heard much about over the last four months. Focusing on the economy, we helped host a number of export development
workshops aimed at helping businesses sell their products and services internationally. In May, we issued a Mines Act permit for Red Chris mine located 80 km south of Dease Lake. Red Chris is estimated to have a mine life MLA of 28 years and will provide Report approximately 250 full-time jobs. We launched the BC Jobs Plan’s natural gas, forestry, transportation, and mining and minerals sectors strategies, and Premier Christy Clark went on her second trade mission to Asia. The Premier visited Japan, South Korea and the Philippines, during which 25 business deals and partnerships were signed or announced, valued at over half a billion dollars. Continuing to make progress in edu-
cation, we released our International Education Strategy which lays out steps to meet B.C.’s goal of increasing international education in B.C. The BC Jobs Plan identifies international education as a significant social, cultural and economic benefit to the province from the global exchange of students, educators and ideas. We appointed Dr. Charles Jago as mediator in the BCTF dispute, as well as passed the Education Improvement Act, which included the $195 million Learning Improvement Fund. We also made some very forwardthinking progress in healthcare. Did you know in B.C., there’s now a health app for that? We created a new mobile phone application that allows British Columbians to locate health services and information while on the go, building on
our range of initiatives aimed at making our health care system more accessible for everyone. We made a commitment to fund over 190 nurse practitioner positions over the next three years with the $22.2 million Nurse Practitioners for BC initiative. This will provide opportunities for existing nurse practitioners, as well as new graduate nurse practitioners, to be fully integrated in the health-care system. And we also introduced the Pharmaceutical Services Act, which will allow the Ministry of Health to regulate and further lower drug prices for all British Columbians. When I take a moment to reflect, it’s clear to see how much important work was done that will positively affect the lives of Prince George-Mackenzie residents.
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On-reserve children do not receive the same care as those who live off reserve. To advocate for change, Carrier Sekani Family Services is hosting the Our Dreams Matter Too walk for First Nations children on June 11 at 11:30 a.m. The walk begins at the Carrier Sekani office at 987 Fourth. Ave. and ends at the Native Friendship Centre where participants can write letters about the issue to the prime minister and MPs. Afterwards, a free lunch will be provided. Mary Teegee with Carrier Sekani Family Services said the walk marks the anniversary of the apology from the prime minister for residential schools. “We’ve had the national day of recognition yet nothing has changed,” she said. “First Nations children continue to have less funding for health care and education. We want to let the prime minister, cabinet and all Canadians know there is still inequality in Canada. Letters will be sent to the prime minister and MPs to demand equity for First Nations children in every service realm.”
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In Provincial Court in Prince George on April 11: Melvin P. Robinson was found guilty of driving while prohibited, fined $500, assessed a victim surcharge of $75 and proFree hibited from driving for one year. Patrick M.E. Robinson was found guilty of two counts of operating a motor vehicle while prohibited, fined $500 and prohibited from driving for one year. Robinson was also found guilty of assault and placed on probation for one year. In Provincial Court in Prince George on April 12: Randall E. Johnson was found guilty of assault causing bodily harm, received a conditional sentence of six months, assessed a victim surcharge of $50, placed on
probation for one year and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years. Mandeep Lahal was found guilty of breach of recognizance, fined $500 and assessed a victim Press surcharge of $75. Jonathan J. Prince was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to eight days in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $50. George E. Sponagle was found guilty of assault, fined $1,000, assessed a victim surcharge of $150 and prohibited from possessing firearms for five years. Sheldon E.L. Wilson was found guilty of assault with a weapon, received a conditional sentenced of six months and was placed on probation for 18 months.
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Conditional sentence for drugs In Provincial Court in Prince George on April 11: David W. Maier was found guilty of production of a controlled substance, received a conditional sentence of nine months, was assessed a victim surcharge of Free $100 and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years. Della V. Maier was found guilty of production of a controlled substance, received a conditional sentence of nine months, was assessed a victim surcharge of $100 and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years. Lyle A.R. Sam-Whitford was found guilty of mischief and placed on probation for six months. Quinton S. Teegee was found guilty of assault with a weapon,
placed on probation for 30 months, assessed a victim surcharge of $50 and prohibited from possessing firearms for five years. Teegee was also found guilty of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, placed on probaPress tion for 30 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $50. Stephan L.R. Konkin was found guilty of mischief, fined $300, assessed a victim surcharge of $45 and ordered to make restitution of $300. Robert D. Davis was found guilty of driving while prohibited, fined $500, assessed a victim surcharge of $75 and prohibited from driving for one year. Davis was also found guilty of break and enter and placed on probation for 18 months. Davis was also found guilty of failing to comply
with a condition of an undertaking and sentenced to one day in jail. Melvin Robinson was found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000 and sentenced to one
day in jail. Melvin E. Robinson was found guilty of operating a motor vehicle while prohibited, sentenced to one day in jail and prohibited from driving for two years.
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COUNCIL COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS MEETINGS Standing Committee on Finance and Audit Monday, June 11th - 12:00 p.m.
Advisory Committee on Accessibility Wednesday, June 13th – 5:00 p.m.
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BROADCASTING OF COUNCIL MEETINGS: To follow live Council meetings, visit the City’s website at www.princegeorge.ca as webcasting services and video archiving of agenda items are available for the public.
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Vicoria indie-rock-folkart band Fish and Bird returns to Prince George with a show tonight (June 8) at Artspace. Showtime is 8 p.m., and tickets are $12 each at Books and Company. And before you head upstairs for the concert, catch Raghu at the free Friday Night Mic show at Cafe Voltaire.
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The annual Ferguson Lake Family Fun Day is set to go this Sunday, June 10. It runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and features a nature walk, some fun nature crafts, and hotdogs for sale to quell the hunger the walk gave you. It’s sponsored by the Hart Community Association, and you can get more information (inclduing a map) at www. hartcommunity.ca.
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If It’s Father’s Day, then it must be time for the Father’s Day Show and Shine. The event runs June 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Fort George Park. Grab breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Railway and Forestry Museum before heading over to the show. More than 100 classic cars are expected to be on site for the show.
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Jim Good stops and stares, close to disbelief. “It’s a pink lady’s slipper,” he says, using his stick to point to a small flower just off the side of the path we’re on. “I don’t think I’ve seen one of those here since 1989.” “Here” is Goodsir Nature Park, located north of Prince George on Old Summit Lake Road. It may surprise people to find a lady’s slipper, the floral emblem of Prince Edward Island, blossoming anywhere near Prince George, but Goodsir Nature Park is one man’s way of bringing the trees and flowers of Canada to Prince George. The nature park started 25 years ago, when Good purchased the property in 1987, but his love of plants started earlier. “I started very young. My parents would take me to Cultus Lake, and I would always stop the park ranger to ask him about plants and trees. “He always took the time to talk with me, and that was great.” Then his mother bought him a book on the native trees of Canada, and “that got me started.” He started taking pictures of plants and trees before he reached his teens. “My first camera was a Brownie Hawkeye,” he says with a laugh. “It gave you three-inch square photos. “My equipment has improved since then.” Good’s work with cameras can be seen throughout the park, but especially in the information centre, which is covered with photos from across the country. You can’t even say it’s covered wall-to-wall, because, “I’ve had to start putting photos on the ceiling because I ran out of room.” Good worked as a janitor before retiring some years ago, and used his vacation to pursue his vocation.
“This is not my profession,” he insists. “I’m selftaught in botany and photography.” That, he says, has made it tough to get any funding for the park from outside sources. “I’m not recognized as a professional in the field. I’ve tried to get grants or sponsors, but I never did.” However, while those groups may not recognize his work, people do. “I can’t get people interested unless A lla n W ISHA RT/ Fre e Pre s s they actually come Jim Good stands by a sign explaining the various forms of Arctic flora he here,” he says, as we has collected at Goodsir Nature Park. The park, near Salmon Valley, conhike along one of tains Good’s collection of plants and trees from across Canada. the trails he main“I’ve got camping sites and a True: Goodsir Nature Park contains throughout the couple of cabins people can stay in tains at least three different species park. “More and more people are of cactus. Good points out the loca- for a few days,” he says. recognizing this is a one-of-a-kind The park covers 160 acres, and tion works well for them. place.” includes a beaver pond which “They’re on a western slope, so As we walk, Good’s knowlGood did a lot of work cleaning they get a lot of sunshine.” edge of every corner of the park up. The park’s name is a tribute to is evident. While handmade signs “People ask me if I have probGood’s grandfather. (with photos) are posted by every lems with bears, and I always say “There’s a mountain near different plant or tree, he is quick Golden named Goodsir. My grand- no. I’ve seen them around, but to point out specimens which are they don’t bother me. father did a lot of work on the growing away from their sign. “What does bother me is they railway near there, and the men He also knows how long almost sometimes sharpen their claws on on the crew apparently called him every plant in the park has been Goodsir. I made my father a prom- my signs.” there. Some he planted the first Bears aren’t the only wildlife ise that when I opened the park, year, in 1987; others have come causing him the occasional probI would call it Goodsir, to honour along later. Every one is painstaklem. my grandfather.” ingly notated, with signs showing “The moose sometimes sharpen We pass by a large tree with a the common name, the scientific their antlers on the trees, and they sign attached simply identifying it name, a map showing the plant’s don’t know which ones are the as a victim of the mountain pine range, as well as notes and a rare ones.” beetle. photo, with a description of where Admission to the park is by “I lost a fair number of trees to the photo was taken. donation, and it’s open from May the beetle,” Good says. “I was able “A lot of people won’t believe to October. For more information, to make firewood out of most of you if you tell them there’s cactus call 1-250-971-2337. Goodsir Nature them.” growing near Prince George,” he Park is located about 32 km north Some of that firewood may still says, clambering down a steep of Prince George. Cross the Salmon be in the stacks near the campsites bank on the west side of the park. and picnic areas scattered through- River Bridge, then look for the “You tell them you saw them signs to Old Summit Lake Road. out the park. here.”
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Nicole Larson places the final letter to spell out what is happening at Books and Company every second Tuesday evening – a Scrabble club.
Nicole Larson decided it was time to start a Scrabble club while at home recently. “I was finding with my family and my boyfriend, we were playing Scrabble on our iPhones at opposite ends of the couch, and we weren’t talking.” So Larson, who works at Books and Company, decided to get Scrabble enthusiasts together. Meetings are set for the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, starting June 12. “We have a successful chess club here, and when I checked I found there was no Scrabble club. “And what better place than a bookstore?” For now, she says, the games will be very casual. “I know some players who can get very serious, and if they want to set up some sort of league later, that’s fine, but for now, it’s all for fun.” And, she reminds
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Canadian rockers April Wine will be making their first trip ever to Prince George when they play CN Centre on Oct. 17.
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CN Centre proudly hosts for the first time Myles Goodwyn and April Wine at Molson Canadian’s Rocktoberfest Haus Party – October 17. Tickets go on sale today, June 8, at 10 a.m., at all Ticketmaster outlets. April Wine is one of the most enduring and popular rock bands ever to roll across
Canada’s musical geography. Their longevity is due to their popularity, and their music’s ability to constantly reach new fans across younger generations. It all began in Nova Scotia late in 1969. The Henman brothers, David and Ritchie, got together with their cousin Jim Henman and fellow musician Myles Goodwyn to form
a band called April Wine, a name chosen simply because they were two words that sounded good together. Fifteen studio albums, three live releases, numerous compilations, a boxed set and thousands of concerts later April Wine has become enormously popular in Canada, the United States and throughout the world!
This is April Wine’s first ever appearance in the CN Centre. Opening for April Wine is The Mike Foottit Band – playing a fun mixture of classic rock. Plus the Molson Canadian Haus Party includes great prizes – courtesy of Molson Canadian. But you have to be at the Rocktoberfest to win.
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The decision to hold a Princess Party was a natural for someone who is growing accustomed to wearing a tiara and sash, and the location turned out to be almost as easy a decision. “I was volunteering for an event up here (at Artspace) and the woman in charge told me if I wanted to use the space for one of my fundraisers, they’d let me do it.” Gerard is starting a raffle this week (“with some great prizes already donated”) and plans to have a bake sale as well. “I leave for Toronto on July 14, and I’ll be keeping busy between now and then.” Is that part of the plan, staying A lla n W ISHA RT/ Fre e Pre s s busy so the nerves don’t have a Miss Teen PG Kristie Gerard, left, gets Sarra Gaal started on a princess crown on chance to act up? Sunday afternoon at Artspace. The Princess Party was the first of a series of fundraising Gerard smiles. events Gerard is holding for Free the Children. “That’s part of it.”
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For Kristie Gerard, the countdown started Sunday. Miss Teen PG was hosting a Princess Party at Artspace, and it was a fundraiser with a difference. It wasn’t for her, but it was part of the package to become Miss Teen Canada. “Each delegate needs to raise $400 for Free the Children, which is the special charity of the group. My goal is to raise $1,000.” And while Gerard has been Miss Teen PG for some time, the Princess Party was the first of her fundraising events. “We’re given six weeks from the time of our first fundraiser to raise the $400,” she explained. “For me, that means I’ll be doing events pretty much until I leave for Toronto.”
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Walter Beardwood dishes up some chili at the CNC booth during the 2011 version of the Great Northern Chili Cook-off. This year’s event is tomorrow, June 9, at Studio 2880.
Chili cook-off should be hot Will the Spice Cabinet reign supreme again, or will some hotshot team ... most likely the Free Press crew ... knock off the defending champs? That’s the big question heading into Saturday’s 36th annual Great Northern Chili Cook-off on the grounds at Studio 2880. Last year, the team led by MLAs Shirley Bond and Pat Bell was the people’s choice for the best chili created by the celebrity teams.
books at its disposal? The Prince George Fire Department may be more comfortable putting out fires, but tomorrow they’ll be trying to start one in the stomachs of tasters. Even if you’re not into the chili (shame!), there’s plenty more to see at the Spring Arts Bazaar, including an artisan market, entertainment and kids’ activities. It runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with the chili served at 11 a.m.
They’re back to defend their title, but it won’t be easy, as is evident when you look at the list of challengers. Who knows what to expect from the Prince George Potters Guild or CFIS-FM, both of which are competing (almost literally) on their home field? Can Huble Homestead lay an oldtime whuppin’ on the other teams? What has the Prince George Public Library squad found in the vast array of cook-
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The faces of Prince George will be unveiled Saturday afternoon. More than 400 photos of area residents will greet arrivals at the Prince George Airport, and photographer Aiden Callison can’t wait to see how it looks. “It’s the first time I’ve ever done something like this,” he said of the Celebrating Diversity artwork sponsored by Welcome PG. “I did my Bachelor of Fine Arts with a concentration on photography, and now I’m working as an architect, so this is sort of a combination.” The artwork sees two pieces of steel, representing the Fraser and Nechako rivers, hanging from the roof of the arrivals lounge. Hanging from them will be plastic cords, each with a number of photos attached. “We’ll have between five and 10 photos on each string,” Callison explains. “We’re using the image of the rivers as a
gathering place, so the people who have come from farther away and moved here recently will be farther away from the centre.” There will be more than 500 plexiglas panels attached to the strings, with some of them left empty. “We’re leaving them empty, because that’s where people could picture themselves when they come to Prince George.” To get the photos, Welcome PG invited people to come out to a number of public events. “We did one up at UNBC, one at Immigrant and Multicultural Services Society, one at St. Vincent de Paul. We wanted to incorporate all aspects of Prince George. “I think we’ve got a really good cross-section.” Each person had to fill out a release form for their photo to be taken, and the form also asked for information such as where they were born, when they moved to Prince George (if they weren’t born here) and
why they moved. “We got some really interesting stories,” Callison says. “Some of those stories will be on floor panels we’re putting in as part of the work.” When it came to choosing what photos went where, Callison says, it wasn’t a personal choice. “We basically put all the information on a spreadsheet, and it gave us the timeline for how long people had been here.” The new photos, like the ones currently displayed above both baggage conveyors, will be black and white. “That was a conscious decision. We decided some colour photos would tend to ‘pop’ more than others, and we wanted to avoid that.” The unveiling of the artwork will take place at 1:30 p.m. on June 9 at the airport. There will be free parking available in the dirt lot next to long-term parking from 1 to 4 p.m., and refreshments will be available.
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Aiden Callison puts up the wires which will hold more than 400 pictures of Prince George people. It’s part of the Celebrating Diversity project which will be unveiled June 9 at the Prince George Airport.
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year’s lineup full of rookies, there appears to be nowhere to go but up. No stranger to recruiting, CamUNBC women’s soccer head coach Andy Cameron has faced eron knows that he’ll first need to contact returning players and battles on the pitch before. He has experience, with more identify talent. From there, selling than 20 years of coaching at the the team and university will be varsity and provincial sport level, crucial. “I think obviously for the promost recently at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton. gram to move forward, you’re He’s educated, as the holder of an always looking to have contribuundergraduate degree in business tions from the area,” Cameron and Masters in sport administra- said. “But you’re looking to bring in some players who can completion. Yet what lies ahead for the ment the local players and push 50-year-old, named the Northern everybody to compete for spots, Timberwolves’ newest coach in a and that’s only a good thing and UNBC press release on Tuesday, that only pushes the program foris a unique challengee in which ward. If my connections across the country and interhe’ll be truly tested. nationally can contribHe’ll be leading a sixute to that, than that year-old program in jjust helps to provide its first season comprofile for the unipeting in the Canada versity and move the West Universities program forward.” Athletic Association. Cameron is well “I think that my travelled, his career experience in the CIS taking him to the (Canadian Interuniwestern and eastern versity Sport) and regions of the country. a lot of my experiAndy Cameron ence, between my - New UNBC coach The bulk of his soccer coaching experitechnical directorence comes from the type positions and my coaching positions, have been Atlantic provinces. He’s spent the start-up type positions,” Cameron past nine years guiding the UNB said during a phone interview on Varsity Reds’ women’s team. His resume also includes stints Tuesday afternoon. While certain building blocks at Memorial University in Neware already in place, this can also foundland, and the University of be seen as a fresh start for the Prince Edward Island. Alberta is one of four provinces program. They don’t want to be Cameron has worked in as a techworrying about the past. The UNBC women’s soccer nical director. He spent time in B.C. team hasn’t had a ton to cheer previously as a player and while about. This is a squad that, in five attending the National Coaching years at the B.C. college level, Institute in Victoria. He spent time failed to make the playoffs. Com- in the province’s south coast, but ing off a winless 2011 PacWest hadn’t seen Prince George prior to campaign in which they finished a site visit and interview at UNBC 0-12 with one goal scored, last about six weeks ago. sports@pgfreepress.com
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Fifty minutes after the half-marathon race started, competitors in the 10k portion of the Y Road Race start their own timers for the race on Sunday morning. Cameron learned the game growing up in P.E.I. and played at the university level in the province in the early 80s. He also trained with the national Olympic team. Cameron is scheduled to start working for UNBC full-time on June 18. The hiring of Cameron leaves UNBC with one more staff position to fill in its sports department before starting their first season in the CWUAA in September. Jason Kerswill, UNBC director of athletics and recreation, hopes to have a sports information director in place by mid-July. Although Kerswill hoped to have both full-time soccer head coaches take office at the beginning of June, he’s optimistic the
two successful applicants will fit in well at UNBC. The announcement of UNBC’s hiring of Cameron came almost exactly two weeks after the university officially named Alan Alderson as head coach of the men’s soccer team. Like Cameron, Alderson carries a lot of experience on the pitch and sidelines. A 47-year-old from the Fraser Valley, Alderson coached men’s soccer at Trinity Western University in Langley from 1999 to 2009, and he played professionally in the 80s. “They’re both going to have to hit the ground running and recruit and identify who from the current program will be back, and who will be moving on,” Kerswill
said, “so it’ll be a very quick two and a half months for them to make sure that they’re ready to go in September.” Kerswill noted that Alderson will start work at UNBC on Monday. Kerswill won’t be at UNBC to work with both coaches their first week together since he’ll be away from his office for two weeks from June 18 to July 2. He’s attending CIS meetings in Ottawa the first week, and then visiting friends and family in Ontario over the second half of his trip. The CIS meetings include a vote on UNBC membership on June 20, considered a formality since UNBC has already been accepted by the CWUAA and is expected to receive CIS approval.
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Three Prince George Cougars prospects have been invited to participate in the second annual Allstate All-Canadians Mentorship Camp hosted by the National Hockey League Players Association. A pair of B.C. forwards, Jansen Harkins of North Vancouver and Brad Morrison of Westbank, and defenceman Tate Olson of Saskatoon, Sask., will head to Mississauga, Ont., for the event. The invite-only camp will be supervised by Gary Roberts, a retired National Hockey League player who spent 21 seasons in the league, and is scheduled for July 17 to 21. “It’s an exciting time for us when one of our prospects, let alone three receive national recognition,” Prince
George Cougars assistant general manager and director of player personnel Wade Klippenstein stated in a press release. “Last year we had Jordan Harris invited to this event, and he got a lot from it, and this year to have three named is very exciting not only for the organization, but also for the three families involved.” Each of the three players invited this year is a 1997-born skater drafted by the Cats in the 2012 WHL Bantam Draft last month. Harkins leads the way as their top choice, third overall, in the draft on May 3. He stands 5-foot-11, weighs 160 pounds and skated with the North Shore Winter Club Winterhawks this past season. “Jansen is a player with a great work
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teams in the 2011-12 season with Would it be beneficial for the an average crowd of 2,047, which Prince George Cougars or Spruce was far below the league average Kings to implement an idea from the NBA’s Charlotte Bobcats, which of 4,716. The Spruce Kings ranked ninth out of 16 in the BCHL with offers an enticing season ticket an average of 947 fans for 32 home package? The Bobcats recently announced a dates (including playoffs) but that was nearly 200 less than buy-one, get-one-free the league average of deal where fans who 1,116. purchase a full price Hart In other words, there season ticket for the is a similarity between 2012-13 season receive Beat the Bobcats’ difficulties a free season ticket for HARTLEYMILLER in basketball and the the 2013-14 season. Prince George teams in Hearing that promotion sounds tempting for fans, how- hockey. Since the promotion was ever there is a need to act quickly announced, season ticket sales are because in the smaller print is that up “north of 50 per cent,” Pete the deal is only made available in Guelli, executive vice president and “select sections”. chief sales and marketing officer The Bobcats have struggled to for the Bobcats, told the New York field a winning team and conseDaily News. quently have suffered at the gate. Certainly there are pros and cons They are just 25th in attendance to what some may perceive as a (14,757 per game), which is only “gimmick offer”. Promotions like 77.4 per cent capacity. these are designed to initiate conThe Cougars and Spruce Kings versations and create a “buzz” in have also struggled competitively the off season. in their league and in turn this One could argue that there is no results in attendance concerns. The Cougars ranked last out of 22 WHL guarantee that the Cougars will
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BMX riders head into one of the big curves on the Prince George track during races on Sunday. still be in Prince George for the 2013-14 season, but no one can stop the rumours that they will depart even though there have been many denials from ownership. The bottom line here is the Bobcats need more people in the stands and so do many other franchises like the Cougars and Spruce Kings. Is this 2-for 1 idea radical? Sure. Is it a reasonable offer? Yes. Will it create the desired effect of a strong partnership between the team and its
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Ty Swabb won’t be back stopping pucks for the Prince George Spruce Kings next season. The B.C. Hockey League team announced last week that the 1992-born goalie has been traded to the Alberta Junior Hockey League’s Canmore Eagles to complete the future considerations portion of a deal that saw forward Zack Rassell acquired on Jan. 10. In 19 games for the Spruce Kings during the 2011-12 campaign, Swabb recorded a 12-6-1 record with a 2.77 goals against average and .908 save percentage. He also suited up for the squad in three playoff games against the Merritt Centennials, who ended the team’s season with a four-game sweep in the best-of-seven Interior Conference semifinal round. In another trade announced last week, the Spruce Kings have traded 1993-born defenceman
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It could have been labelled the Vic Vallee show on the weekend at the Prince George Horseshoe Tournament. The Prince George pitcher took four titles at the two-day event, including Men A and B, Senior 40-foot and Mixed A. Ida Boschman and Pat Duncan took four of the five Ladies events, with Boschman winning the A and Senior, and Duncan taking the B and C titles. Benita Karlson took the D event. Lorenzo Ferrara led a Quesnel
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Ross Tycoles has plenty of knowledge on Manitoba baseball and the national senior championship. He’s guided provincial representatives at a few tournaments in recent years. But this summer’s RE/MAX Centre City Baseball Canada Senior Championship at Citizen Field and Rotary Park will be something different. Tycoles hasn’t been part of an event in Prince George. That will change when the Manitoba manager guides the squad at the competition, scheduled for Aug. 23 to 26. “From what I read and hear, it’s a great place,” said Tycoles, who coaches the Reston Rockets team that captured the AAA Manitoba Senior Baseball League title in 2011. In winning the championship, the Rockets earned the right to represent the province in this year’s national tournament. One of the team’s pick-ups for the event in Prince George, Brandon Marlins outfielder/left handed pitcher Ryan Boguski, was a part of the provincial squad that competed nationally in 2002. That year’s tournament was also held in B.C.’s Northern Capital, at what was then Monty Gabriel Park. Tycoles said some of the players were calling the 2002 tournament the best they’d attended. “They’ve had the opportunity to go to many
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He will be sadly missed by his wife Grace, daughters Sheela (Neil), Sue (Marc), and Liza (Chris) and grandchildren Jonathan, Amy, and Sophia as well as many relatives and friends from around the world. Philip John lived in Prince George for 20 years working as an Industrial Arts teacher at PGSS. The memorial service was held at Bethel Pentecostal Assembly in Mission, B.C. on Saturday, June 2, 2012. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation and/ or the Kidney Foundation of Canada - BC Branch.
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PRINCE GEORGE NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Our People make a difference in the community The Prince George Native Friendship Centre (PGNFC), a visionary non-profit society, has been serving the needs of Prince George for 40+ years. We are seeking candidates for the following position within our organization.
Director of Finance The PGNFC has a relatively complex financing structure. Within this model are diverse program offerings and multifaceted funding sources. To ensure fiscal responsibility and accountability in these areas the PGNFC is seeking a Director of Finance (DOF) for our organization with the relevant qualifications and employment experience required to fulfill this complex role. There will be a heavy emphasis on financial reporting to meet the stringent requirements of contracts, requiring the Director of Finance to focus narrowly on the finance function of program budgets. A thorough knowledge and understanding of asset management and program budget requirements for nonprofits is critical as well. GENERAL DEFINITION The Director of Finance will provide both financial and operational support to the organization. The DOF will report directly to the Executive Director to assist on all strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting financial and asset management needs and securing appropriate funding. The DOF will assist the Executive Director and the Senior Management Team in performing all tasks necessary to achieve the Centre’s mission and help carry out staff succession and growth plans. Under the Direction of the Executive Director the DOF will: • Complete monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting for all program contracts in a timely manner; • Oversee all accounting practices, including accounting department staff, and prepare budgets, financial reports, and tax and audit functions; • Support the financial strategy of the PGNFC, including planning and forecasts; • Facilitate investment planning and fundraising; • Study, analyze and report on financial trends and opportunities for expansion and projection for future growth. The Director of Finance will perform all duties with respect, honesty, integrity and professionalism. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Director of Finance is responsible for, and will be evaluated in relation to the following assignments and responsibilities: Finance Controls & Administration Program Management Personnel Management and Development of Administration Staff REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES The Director of Finance must have a history of demonstrated dynamic leadership and possess the following Education and Experience: • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an accounting designation, such as CGA/CMA/etc., or an Accounting Diploma with a combination of experience in business administration and/or financial management. • Five to seven years of financial and management experience with the day-to-day financial operations of a community based not-for-profit organization of at least fifty (50) employees. • Knowledge of not-for-profit accounting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). • Professional financial management competencies and property and asset management experience. • Proven experience in writing reports on activities, strategic work plans, goals and objectives. • A thorough appreciation, awareness, working experience and sensitivity of Aboriginal history and culture, as well as a thorough understanding of the complexities of working with diverse populations. • A sound understanding of the Friendship Centre movement. • Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, provincial and national partners of the PGNFC. • Professional communication proficiencies including presentation skills, writing ability, computer proficiency, including the SAGE software program, and authentic interpersonal skills. • Demonstrated team work, leadership skills and visionary ability to inspire and empower others. • In-depth knowledge of the social service sector, community based programs and services, funding sources, community and board relations. The successful candidate must also: • Successfully complete Criminal Record Clearances, including Enhanced Security Clearance, and must be bondable. • Maintain a valid driver’s license and provide a driver’s abstract. • Be willing to work flexible hours including on call, evenings & weekends. To apply, send cover letter and resume with three (3) references to: ATTN: Manon Desjarlais, Executive Assistant Prince George Native Friendship Centre 1600 Third Ave. Prince George, BC V2L 3G6 Fax#: 250-563-0924 E-mail: employment@pgnfc.com www.pgnfc.com Application deadline: Monday June 18, 2012 @ noon - no telephone inquiries please. We thank all applicants, but only those short listed will be contacted.
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Responsible adults required for three positions. Position choices are permanent, part time or temporary, full time for summer months. Training is available online and employer will pay 100% of the cost.
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Food Safety is EVERYBODY’S Business
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Start dates are June 1, 2012 and June 25, 2012 at Teeter Tots Early Learning Centre. Interested candidates please email resume to fun@teetertots.ca
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PRINCE GEORGE NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
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Our People make a difference in the community
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The Prince George Native Friendship Centre, a visionary non-profit society, has been serving the needs of the entire community for the past 43+ years.
www.abcfoodsafe.com Member of: info@abcfoodsafe.com
Fax: 250-563-2572
We are seeking candidates for the following position(s) within our organization:
Youth & Community Services
IRAY Facilitator (Maternity Leave)
Closing Date – June 13, 2012 at 12 noon
Youth & Community Services Summer Camp Counsellor
Saturday July 7th Saturday August 4th Tuesday August 14th
250-563-2585
21 WEEK HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM Prepare for a Career in Heavy Equipment Operation. Introducing our new Apprenticeship Program which includes:
A hard copy listing the roles, responsibilities and qualifications of the position(s) are available from the Prince George Native Friendship Centre’s web site at www.pgnfc.com (click on Join Our Team / Careers).
ITA Foundation ITA HEO Theory Multi Equipment Training (Apprenticeship hours logged) Certificates included are: • Ground Disturbance Level 2 • WHMIS • Traffic Control • First Aid Reserve your seat for August 13, 2012. Taylor Pro Training Ltd at 1-877-860-7627 www.taylorprotraining.com
To apply, submit a resume, cover letter and three (3) references detailing which position you are applying for, to:
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Closing Date – June 8, 2012 at 4 pm
Family Wellness Programs
Aboriginal Infant and Family Development Program Consultant (Maternity Leave) Closing Date – June 13, 2012 at 4 pm
Prince George Native Friendship Centre 1600 Third Avenue Prince George, BC V2L 3G6 Fax: (250) 563-0924 E-mail: 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.
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P & D LOGGING Operations in Grand Forks BC is looking an experienced Feller Buncherman, as well as Experienced Lim-mit Processor Operator plus Logging Truck Mechanic/Welder all positions are F/T with Benefits. call Gerry 250-469-1695 or Dan 250-469-1694 after 6 pm. Or email Resume to: management@pdlogging.ca.
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PARTS ADVISOR TRAINEE Progressive auto dealer in Cariboo has career opportunity for automotive orientated individual. The successful applicant will be committed to a 4 year program of development as a parts advisor. Fax Resume to: 1-250-992-8220 c/o Ron Konschuh e-mail: rkonschuh@ caribooford.com An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck 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. BRICK LAYERS. Permanent F/T position. Must have Brick Laying Certificate with 1 - 2 years experience. Commercial / Industrial construction. Monday to Friday 7:30 - 3:30. Salary depending on experience. Email resume to: harj@sunvalleymasonry.ca Dana Mandi EAST INDIAN RESTAURANT REQUIRES: 2 full-time Chefs, 40 hrs per week, $17/hr min 2 yrs exp. 1 Food server supervisor 40 hrs per week $18/hr. Must speak Hindi or Punjabi & English. Drop resume @ 2095 5th Ave. or email: nijjerb@hotmail.com Drivers needed. PT/ FT Class 5. Must be able to drive standard. Call Keys Please Ph: 250-613-0203 aft 1pm MARKET our natural product line from home, P.T. or F.T. Details at www.tsginfo.com/nh6427 Need Cash Today? Payday loans up to $1000 using employment, CTB, EI or Pension, or Collateral Loanss up to $10,000 using almost any vehicle! Cash Factory Loans also offers cheque cashing , tax returns and Western Union! 1261B 3rd Ave, next to Nancy O’s or 250-649-0808 SATELLITE Installers Needed. Small dishes Prince George to Smithers. Contract work. www.fdli.ca 250-925-1235 STUDIO CUTS is looking for full time stylists. Please apply in person, Parkwood Mall
Medical/Dental MARIPOSA GARDENS (in Osoyoos BC) seeking RCAs. ($17.34/hr) email: becky.marlatt @balticproperties.ca
Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com Trades, Technical Power Sports Mechanic req immed. at one of Canada’s largest Polaris dealers. F/T position, prefer person with industry experience but will consider training the right individual. Wage negotiable depending on experience. Send resume to: hseibert@ spectrapowersports.com
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Mega Indoor Yard Sale @ St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church (Green Domes) 2414 Varier Dr. Sat. Jun 9 10am3pm. Frozen perigees also available.
Norm’s Roofing
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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 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
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HY’S NORTH Transportation requires
LEASE OPERATORS
with or without own S/B trailers, and Company Drivers to pull S/B’s throughout BC, AB and Yukon. Minimum 2 years mountain experience, some tarping required. Excellent pay and benefits. Please email or fax resume and drivers abstract to: hys_ventures@shaw.ca • Fax: 250-374-7636
Established 1947 Established 1947
Hauling Freight for Friends for60 65Years Years Hauling Freight for Friends for Over
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Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Owner Operators to be based at our Prince George Terminal for runs throughout B.C. and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/ PRINCE GEORGE training. Van-Kam Freightways’ Group of Companies We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits requires Owner Operators for runs out of our package. Prince Terminal.drivers, call Bev, 604-968-5488 or To join ourGeorge team of Professional email resume, driver’s to abstract and details of truck to: Van aKam is current committed Employment Equity and W careers@vankam.com ff ll t t or fax Wi604-587-9889 t /M t i Environmental Responsibility. Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. We thank you for your interest in Van-Kam, however only those of interest to us will be contacted.
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For all your home reno needs. We also help you renovate your rental units. References available. For free estimates call 250-964-6106 Ivan at 250-552-8106 or Roger 250-552-0471
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Busy commercial transport truck dealership in KELOWNA has openings for the following:
JOURNEYMAN COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT TECHNICIAN JOURNEYMAN TRUCK & EQUIPMENT PARTS PERSON These positions are permanent full-time with competitive wage and benefits package. Please forward resumes to Attn: HR Department 2072 Falcon Rd, Kamloops BC V2C 4J3 Fax: 250-374-7790 Email: jobapplication@jamesws.com Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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GIBRALTAR MINE: Rock-Solid Career Growth At Taseko Mines, we’re proud to call British Columbia our home. We are looking for enthusiastic employees who share our vision for long-term, responsible growth in this province. Joining our Gibraltar Mine team makes you part of Canada’s proud mining heritage. The Gibraltar copper-molybdenum mine is a cornerstone of the regional economy and an example of great Canadian mining in action. Located in the heart of BC’s stunning Cariboo region, Gibraltar is approximately 60 km north of Williams Lake. It is the second largest open pit copper mine in Canada.
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You? • Strong knowledge of sales • Great communication skills • Motivated to build client ideas • Take the initiative with forward thinking • Desire to learn Make a difference in Prince George by joining the Free Press team; the number one community newspaper in Prince George.
Advertising Sales Consultant We are seeking a “team player” with sales experience, experience in creating written proposals and an ability and desire to work and learn in a fast paced, busy environment.
A sustainable mining operation with a 27 year mine life, Gibraltar is undergoing a significant multi-phase expansion taking our daily milling throughput to 85,000 tons per day and we’re looking for talented candidates to help us facilitate this. That’s where you come in…
The ideal candidate must be motivated and take the initiative to sell multiple media products, including on-line advertising and special products, work with existing customers and develop new customers. Strong interpersonal skills and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are required. Above average communication skills, valid driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle are necessary.
We currently have a full time opportunity for a:
The benefits and opportunities of working for the leading newspaper in Prince George are why we attract and employ the best.
COST ACCOUNTANT Position Summary Reporting to the Mine Accountant, the Cost Accountant is responsible for a variety of accounting functions including reconciling balance sheet, income statement, general ledger and preparation of month end reports, accounts payable, general ledger, statutory reporting, cost reporting and departmental budget preparation. Specific Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Preparing monthly cost reports • Providing analysis of cost trends and variances to stakeholders • Maintaining Capex roll and reconciliation and internal control process and documentation • Assisting with preparation of annual budgets and subsequent forecast updates, completion of surveys (government), and with preparation of monthly GL reconciliations • Issuing cost reports for each department • Responding to information requests as required and completes and submits internal financial reports • Preparing and posting journal entries to the general ledger and reviewing payroll entries • Maintaining effective information exchange with all departments, internal and external auditors, government agencies and head office personnel Qualifications • Accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA) supported by 3 years relevant experience – mine experience would be a definite asset • Considerable knowledge of standard office and accounting software and familiarity with information technology products and services • Ability to maintain information confidentiality • Accomplished written, verbal and group presentation skills • Experience with MS Office software Compensation Gibraltar offers an excellent benefit package which includes competitive salary, a Registered Retirement Savings Plan and relocation assistance to Williams Lake. Qualified applicants, eligible to work in Canada, are invited to explore this opportunity by submitting a cover letter and detailed resume outlining your qualifications and experience.
If a rewarding challenge resonates with you, contact us today. Please submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of: Ron Lovestone, Regional Publisher Prince George Free Press 1773 South Lyon Street Prince George, BC V2N 1T3 publisher@northeastnews.ca
Great Things Are In Store… with Praxair Canada Inc.
Driver Wanted
With 26,000 employees worldwide and operations in more than 30 countries, Praxair is focused on helping our customers become more profitable, efficient and environmentally friendly. With 2010 sales of $10 billion, Praxair, Inc. (NYSE:PX) is a global, Fortune 300 company that supplies atmospheric, process and specialty gases, highperformance coatings, and related services and technologies to a wide diversity of customers. With a dynamic, customer orientated team and a shared commitment for safety and excellence; we manage over 200 retail stores, production, metal fabrication, chemicals, food & beverage, professional healthcare and homecare. We are currently hiring a Driver for our Terrace BC Branch. Responsibilities will involve local and surrounding area deliveries, with minimal overnight hauls. Qualified candidates will: t Possess a high school diploma or equivalent t Require a class 3A or 1A driver’s license complete with air endorsement t Be energetic and self motivating t Have the ability to manipulate a variety of cylinder sizes and weights as required Key Accountabilities: t Delivering products to customer locations t Maintaining vehicle and driver’s log t Safely loading and unloading cylinders t Working within a high safety standard Enjoy a great future with a competitive salary, flexible benefits and opportunity for career growth.
Please visit us at www.tasekomines.com under the careers section to electronically submit your application or to learn more about our New Prosperity, Aley and Harmony projects.
Praxair Canada Inc. is committed to employment equity for women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Interested candidates from these groups are encouraged to apply. The hiring process includes undergoing a background security clearance check.
We thank all candidates who express interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Your application to this posting is deemed to be consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. Gibraltar Mines respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information and we will retain this information for a period of six months.
To Apply: Praxair Canada Inc., Attn: David Okano, Operations Supervisor - Northern BC 1601 Central St. Prince George BC V2N 1P6 Fax: (250) 562-0033 Email: David_Okano@praxair.com
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FOR THE HOME BREWER Wine making equipment. Incl. 2 primary buckets, 4 carboy’s, hoses, syphon’s, thermometers, floor corker (some corks) electric bottle filler plus lots more. Must be sold as a complete set $375 250-562-3747 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
Misc. Wanted COIN Collector looking to buy Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins. Bulk Silver coins, bills etc. Call Chad 250-863-3082 (Local)
Real Estate Lakeshore Summit Lake: 1 acre sub lake lot A-frame w/trailer & hydro. $35,000 Ph 778-415-2150 after 5
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FSBO: Waterfront lot + cabin on gorgeous Jim Lake, 0.83 acres, near Green Lake. VERY private (3 lots on lake), great fishing to 10 lb, extensive snowmobile/ATV trails. Great swimming, cozy 360 s/f insulated cabin, propane cooktop/fridge/lights, wood cookstove. Seasonal, rough 4X4 road access, or float plane. $225,000. See www.http://bchomesfor sale.com/view/70-mile/frank
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CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHTS & PLANER TECH
WFP is currently seeking 2 Certified Millwrights and 1 Millwright/PlanermanTechnician to join our Saltair Sawmill Division located in Ladysmith, BC. This is an hourly USW union position with a certified rate of $33.225 per hour and a comprehensive benefit package. Details of the collective agreement can be viewed at: http://www.westernforest.com/building-value/our-peopleemployment/employees/ Complete job details can be viewed at: http://www.westernforest.com/building-value/ourpeople-employment/careers/ If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com Application Deadline: June 28th, 2012 Reference Code: SSD, Millwrights As only short listed candidates will be contacted, WFP thanks you in advance for your interest in our Company. Please visit us at www.westernforest.com
Purchaser/ Stores Coordinator
International Forest Products Limited (Interfor) is a leading global supplier, with one of the most diverse lines of lumber products in the world. The Company has operations in British Columbia, Washington and Oregon, including two sawmills in the Coastal region of British Columbia, three in the B.C. Interior, two in Washington and two in Oregon. For more information about Interfor, visit our website at www. interfor.com. Interfor is currently recruiting for a Purchaser/Stores Coordinator for our lumber manufacturing facility in Castlegar, BC. The successful candidate will be responsible for purchasing, organizing parts/supplies, and interaction with operations/maintenance crews while providing professional service and ensuring a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, time management, computer and organizational skills, be detailed and results oriented, and possess strong analytical capabilities. Must have the ability to work effectively in a highly interactive and energetic team environment. We offer a competitive salary and bene¿t package. If you believe that you have the skills and quali¿cations that we are looking for, your resume can be emailed in con¿dence by June 11th, 2012 to: Taumi.mccreight@interfor.com As only short list candidates will be contacted, we thank you in advance for your interest.
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HARDWOOD MANOR APTS Under New Management! 1 & 2 bdrm suites Heat & Hot water included.
1575 Queesway 250-596-9484
HILLSBOROUGH Apts 3820 - 15th Ave
Under New Management Spacious 3 bdrm apts Clean, quiet, secure entrance. Students Welcome. Rental Incentives. No Dogs
JUBILEE Apt’s
Space available for rent For all your rental needs Call 562-8343 or 562-RENT
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1 bedroom Adult orientated, close to downtown & bus route. N/S, N/P. Parking.
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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
SUMMIT APTS
2666 Upland Street 1 & 2 bedroom apts. Rent includes: hydro, heat, hot water, appliances, drapes and parking. Quiet, no pets
GATEWAY MANOR 2080 20th Ave. Clean, quiet bldg with security entrance. No pets, spacious 1 & 2 bdrm suites . Resident mgr 250-5619397. 1 1/2 - 2 bdrm apts. Safe, clean & quiet. Receive your 12th month rent free (conditions apply) 250-613-7483 Darby Apts.
VENICE PLACE APTS 1438 Queensway Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrm Suites Balcony, Elevator, Underground parking. Heat included Call (250)561-1446
Briarwood Apts. 1330/80 Foothills Blvd. 1 & 2 Bdrm suites 250-561-1571
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2008 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Manual, I-4 Turbo, Keyless Entry, PW, PL, PM Sunroof, Heated Seats and much more! Only 59,000 km Sale $21,500
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Hub City Motors 1822 Queensway 250.564.7228 www.hubcitymotors.com
Recreational/Sale 2011 18’ Creekside Trailer. A/C, elec awning, Loaded. $16,000 OBO 250-596-4145 22 foot 2006 Salem LE travel trailer. Sleeps 4, like brand new. Can be viewed at 1310 Kellogg Ave. 250-564-8267
Property Management RESIDENT MANAGER NEEDED
for large apartment building in Prince George. Ideal position for responsible couple. Bookkeeping, sales and maintenance skills an asset. Send resumes with references to: Majestic Management (1981) Ltd., #800-299 Victoria St., Prince George, BC, V2L 5B8
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Shared Accommodation
Professional male seeks roommate. Sep. suite,semi furnished, shared kitchen, Avail June 15th $385 plus 1/2 utilities 250-564-1550
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Need Cash Today? Cash Factory Loans offers payday loans up to $1000 using employment, CTB, EI or Pension, or Collateral Loans up to $10,000 using almost any vehicle! 1261B 3rd Ave, next to Nancy O’s or 250-649-0808
Are you a female student coming to Prince George for school? Quiet, friendly home to share with single woman. On bus route, Internet included, own bedroom, share rest of house, $550. Can be room and board, cost negotiable. Availability starting July or August. References required. Contact Lorraine at lorraines@citywest.ca
Transportation Ford F150 Blk, V8 4.6 Auto Triton 4x4 extended cab. Quick sale $5500. Serious inquires only(778)416-1616
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Auto Services DIRECT AUTOMOTIVE CARE & REPAIR 1615 S. LYON ST. 250-563-5959
2005 Jimmy, 99,900 km, one owner. Good condition, 4 wheel drive, complete with winter tires & rims. $9800 Phone 250-963-3427
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1 bdrm furn/unfurn NS Utilities & laundry incl. References required. Incentive for seniors. Avail immed. 250-562-2444 Bsmt suites for rent. Includes utilities, reasonably priced. (250) 552-1178
1981 Trans Am. Does not run. Great hobby car. Will take best cash offer or trade for a used truck. 250-964-2491 ‘92 Honda Accord EX-R, 187,000 km’s. tilt steering, PW,PL, new all season tires, Sirius radio, security system avail., plus much more, $2000 OBO 250-562-8057
12’ Aluminum boat with 7.5 php mercury outboard in exec cond. 20 gallon gas tank w/hose. $1400 (250)961-4779
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HELP WANTED Mailroom Collators The Prince George Free Press has an immediate opening for a mailroom collator
ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 349
This is a part time position approximately 20-24 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 the insertion of flyers into the Prince George Free Press. This involves the operation of our Kansa machine and hand-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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