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Aylie Robertson with eight-month-old Beau in the 4-H exhibition area at the B.C. Northern Exhibition on Saturday. Robertson picked up a Junior Showmanship ribbon from the judges for her excellent handling of Beau her nubian kio boer goat and of course, for Beau’s good manners. The local 4-H Club celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.

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Reiser ready to reach out New CNC president wants school to be part of regional growth same education.”

The school is already doing some work in distance learning, and Reiser sees that expanding.

Henry Reiser had several “The technology has imreasons for taking on the proved since we started the position of president at the Distance Delivery System, College of New Caledonia, and we’re not as effective as but location was one of we can be. All our campusthem. es have the capability for “I chose Prince George high-speed conferencing.” because it’s in the Interior He’s also looking loof the province,” he says, cally and internationally for sitting in his office at the other technology ideas. school. “It’s as north as I’ve “I’m interested ever been, in seeing what even though UNBC is dopeople keep ing to deliver its reminding Northern Medical me this isn’t Program. I was really the also in Bangalore, north.”

India doing work As the which required a Dean of linkup to Ottawa.

Trades and It was there, no Technology time delay, no lag. at Kwantlen CNC PRESIDENT “That’s what we Polytechnic HENRY REISER need here to serve University our core business: educain Surrey, Reiser also had a tion.” pretty good idea of where The school will have a CNC was heading as a presence in India in Octoschool. ber, taking part in the Pre“I’ve had a long relamier’s trade mission. Reiser tionship with the Dean of says the key to linking up Trades and Technology successfully with internahere, Frank Rossi. Frank tional partners is the three has spoken about CNC for a long time about where the P’s: Presence, Persistence, Partnerships. school was going in trades He’s still getting his feet and technology.” wet, finding out which Reiser says the first thing ideas of his have been tried he wants to see happening in the past at CNC, which with the CNC system is a have been modified here, simple one. and which are brand-new.

“I want to set academic “My key role is to reach standards throughout the out and understand what whole college. We have six the community needs,” he campuses, and we need a core standard to ensure that says. “The programming we’re looking at addresses, what students are being we feel, the needs of the taught is the same at each community and the region campus. down the road. We are “They all have to get the

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looking at jobs in LNG, in resource extraction, in engineering technology.

“Our health programs are doing very well, with two of our medical radiography technology students winning national honours recently.”

Terry Mitchell won the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists national student es-

say contest, while classmate Shannon Carlsen received a certificate of merit in the same competition.

Reiser sees opportunities to work with other postsecondary institutions on delivering courses.

“I would like to collaborate more closely with UNBC on courses and research so students from here can more easily ladder

into their programs.”

He also sees opportunities to work with other local groups.

“Thee are opportunities with Conifex for joint research on pellet projects.

I was out driving recently and came across a big slash pile, all stacked and ready to be burned. I thought, ‘You could bring a mobile pellet plant out here and

turn that slash pile into pellets’.

“But the thinking still doesn’t seem to have reached that stage yet.”

For Reiser, the goal is a simple one as he takes the reins at CNC. “I see a very bright future for Prince George and the region.

“We want to be part of the process.”

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Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Daryl Haring checks out a Lego town display in the Kin Centre Saturday at the B.C. Northern Exhibition.

Police looking for man seen speaking aggressively to children at Bear Lake A man aggressively speaking to children at Bear Lake last week has police wanting to question him.

Just before 9 p.m. on BC Day, the Prince George RCMP received a report of a man approaching and speaking to children at the “day use” area of Crooked River Provincial Park in Bear Lake.

At approximately 5 p.m. a man kept approaching children to speak to them.

At least one parent asked him to stop, but the man ignored the request. Police attended but did not locate the man. It was determined that no one matching the description of the man was staying at the campground, leading officers to believe he

likely attended the day use area.

The man is described as: • Adult male, possibly Asian decent • Approximately 25 to 35 years old • Muscular / athletic build • 5’6” to 5’8” • Approximately 100 kg (220 lbs) • Wearing red “board” shorts with a white waistband and sunglasses • Was not wearing a shirt and had no visible tattoos on his chest or arms • Short dark hair, but no body hair Although it does not appear that the man committed any offence, investigators are concerned with his apparent aggressive and inappropriate behaviour, and

would like to identify and speak with him.

The Prince George RCMP are asking anyone that may have noticed this man at Crooked River Provincial Park on August 4th to contact Cst. Renee Brand at (250)561-3300. Further, police would ask those persons that were at the park to review photographs they may have taken.

Police ask any persons that may have images of the man to please contact Const.

Brand.

••• Police are looking for witnesses to an assault that occurred at the Prince George exhibition grounds during the BC Northern Exhibition late last week.

Just before midnight on Saturday, police received a report of a man who had suffered head injuries as a result of an altercation with another male in his late teens or early 20s. The suspect and two other associates, approximately the same age, fled the grounds before police arrived.

The suspect has been described as: • First Nations male • Late teens or early 20s • Approximately 175 cm (5’9”) • Very thin build • Wearing jeans, an orange T-shirt, a grey baseball cap and a bright royal blue backpack

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Drugs, weapons get jail time In Provincial Court on March 20: Brook M. Lacey was found guilty of two counts of trafficking in a controlled substance, sentenced to 135 days in jail, placed on probation for 12 months and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years.

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Lacey was also found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking or recognizance, sentenced to 14 days in jail, placed on probation for 12 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Lacey was also found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to seven days in jail and placed on probation for 12 months.

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Vincent A. Martin was found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000, sentenced to 82 days in jail, placed on probation for 18 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $200. Martin was also found guilty of carrying a concealed weapon, sentenced to 82 days in jail and placed on probation for 18 months. Martin was also found guilty of two counts of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to 30 days in jail and placed on probation for 18 months. Martin was also found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking or recognizance, sentenced to 30 days in jail, placed on probation for 18 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

In Provincial Court on March 21: Darren J. Aksenchuk was found guilty of failing to Sunday, October 5 comply with a condition of an undertaking, placed Prince George Civic Centre | 10:00am on probation for 12 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Justin T. Bjorklund was found guilty of two counts of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to 14 days in jail.

Brent Guillet was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to 32 days in jail. Jeffrey S. Sosner was found guilty of fraud, sentenced to 15 days in jail, placed on probation for 12 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

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“It gave me a chance to explore the communities I could be working in,” Rhebergen said.

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She said the students will end up doing six placements during their time in the program.

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The first full 20-student Northern and Rural Cohort in the Masters of Physical Therapy program were at the University of Northern B.C. (UNBC) in July for three weeks of classes.

“This is the first time they have done an academic session at UNBC,” UBC instructor Robin Roots said. “We did a pilot program last year with seven students, but this is the first time the full group has done academic courses here.”

The students did the three weeks of academics at UNBC following 10 weeks of clinical placement in communities across the north. Josina Rhebergen, from Smithers, says they got a real taste of what the job involves.

“My first placement was in Kitimat, and I did a bit of everything. I got a lot of experience

working with different ages and types of therapy. I did my second five weeks in Skidegate.”

Matthew Beda is from Thunder Bay, Ont. and says northern B.C reminds him of home.

“There’s a lot of great fishing here. There’s no walleye, but there are some great lakes across the north.”

Beda spent his practical experience in Williams Lake and Prince George. He said he could have gone to school closer to home, but, “Vancouver seemed friendlier.”

“I’ve gone exploring all over to places like Costa Rica, but I realized there were parts of my own country I had never seen.”

Madison Morrison from Prince Rupert got the mostsoutherly posting of the three students at the media conference, since she was in Princeton for her first five weeks.

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For my second session, I was in Prince George at a private physio clinic, Physio North.”

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Alone, helpless and dying Calling it a “horrible” and “senseless” crime, Justice Ron Tindale has sentenced Frank Marion to 10 years in jail.

Last year Marion was convicted of manslaughter, criminal negligence, and intentionally or recklessly causing damage by fire or explosion to property. The convictions stem from a January 7, 2012 house fire that killed 85-year-old Jagdev Singh Jawanda.

“This was a horrible and senseless crime which resulted in the death of an elderly man who had given Mr. Marion a home to live in,” Tindale said. “The circumstances of the offence lead me to the conclusion that the moral blameworthiness of Mr. Marion is high. I say that because Mr. Marion was aware that Mr. Jawanda would likely be home when the fire was set. Mr. Marion was also aware that there were two other tenants who could have been home. It is clear from the use of gasoline as an accelerant and the placing of the propane tank in the kitchen oven that Mr. Marion intended to cause considerable damage to the residence. Also, Mr. Marion had stated that he was going to burn down the residence sometime prior to him setting the fire.”

Tindale said that Jawanda’s age and vulnerability, the seriousness of the crime, and Marion’s lengthy criminal record were aggravating factors in his decision.

Mitigating factors included the fact that Marion had no animosity towards Jawanda, a lack of a motive, and Marion’s First Nations heritage.

“While I do take into account Mr. Marion’s First Nations heritage and the above-noted factors, I also have to take into account the circumstances of this offence, including its seriousness, the fact that a person died, and the high moral blameworthiness of Mr. Marion,” Tindale said. “These factors militate against a non-custodial sentence. In my view, there has to be a jail sentence which primarily addresses the factors of denunciation and deterrence.”

He also sentenced Marion to six years in jail on the count of recklessly causing damage by fire or explosion to property, to be served concurrently.

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interested in working for the 2014 Election, please complete and submit an application form no later than September 12, 2014.

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ELDER MOURNED The Lheidli T’enneh have said goodbye to respected elder Frank Frederick Sr. Frederick passed away in the evening of July 22 at University Hospital of Northern British Columbia.

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Getting some family time

Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Canadian rock-blues-roots guitarist/singer-songwriter Bill Durst rolls out the tunes and shows off his guitar stylings at Shiraz Cafe on Wednesday evening. The artist is touring for Hard and Heavy, released in 2013.

The hmmm days Ahh … the dog days of summer.

• Had the good fortune to get back Time to look at things that make us go from holidays in time to catch Spamalot hmmm? at the Prince George Playhouse. Great • Mines Minister Bill Bennett has been show. I also had to take the truck in for front-and-centre trying to assuage worservicing at Northern Toyota (not at the ried folks (i.e. Imperial Metals sharesame time). holders), that the tailings I noticed, however, that the pond breach at the Mount new Toyota dealership and Polley mine isn’t all that the new Northland dealerbad. ship will have access directly This week he compared off Highway 16. The Prince the breach to an avalanche George Playhouse … well, in the backcountry. He has that’s another story. You need also made a grave error in an up-to-date GPS system, a judgment by sending in four-by-four and three sherConservation Officers to pas to get to the parking lot. investigate. Shouldn’t he be Something’s not right sending in the ski patrol? there. Judging by the survey • The provincial governWRITER’S BLOCK posts, there is plenty of room ment has been sending out BILLPHILLIPS for an access road in front of daily press releases regardthe two dealerships. It would ing the Mount Polley spill. Not one certainly provide easy access to the of them mentions WorkSafeBC. Even Playhouse. though no one was injured, wasn’t this a • The city spent good money on an preventable workplace hazard? Just askoutside consultant to tell us what went ing. Apparently there is no truth to the wrong with snow removal last year. rumour (started right here) that they are While the report was certainly enlightencontemplating renaming the agency to ing, did we really need to hire someone EviseratedBC. with a briefcase from out of town (i.e.

expert) to tell us what went wrong?

Coun. Brian Skakun, however, must feel vindicated as the report highlighted extended periods of time when snowclearing machinery was sitting idle. You might remember Mayor Shari Green was highly critical of him taking pictures of snowplows sitting in the work yard during snowstorms. After all, the message from city hall was that plows were out 24/7.

• And now to a subject dear to my heart … journalism. Granted, the numbers I found are for the U.S., but in that country 18,000 daily journalists have lost their jobs over the last few years. That’s 30 per cent of the journalists working at the about 1,400 daily newspapers.

While the numbers in Canada won’t be the same, I wouldn’t be surprised if the percentage is similar. This year we’ve had major closures, such as the Kamloops Daily News, and CBC continually shedding journalist jobs because, well, they don’t shine the same light on the federal government as Sun Media.

Interestingly enough, public relations and/or communications jobs seem to be plentiful. Hmmm.

My family reunion started with a phone call at 1:30 a.m.

The reunion was being held in Saskatoon on the long weekend earlier this month, and I was scheduled to fly out at 6 a.m. Saturday. Then came the phone call, and the automated voice telling me they had an important message about my flight.

I somehow managed to lose the message before I could hear it, so I came to the office to check out the airline’s website.

Sure enough, my 6 a.m. flight had been cancelled. So I called the toll-free number and, about 20 minutes later, I was talking to a real person who said they had already rebooked me on a series of flights through to Saskatoon.

Sent an e-mail to the people picking me up at the airport to let them know about the change in plans, caught the Airporter to the airport, and was on a flight to Vancouver.

Spent about an hour in the airport there, then caught a flight to Calgary. A bit more time in the airport there, and it was off to Saskatoon.

None of the flights or layovers were long enough to even think about catching a nap, so by the time I touched down in Saskatoon, I was well into walking-zombie mode.

I managed to remember my own name long enough to write it on a name tag for the ALLAN’S AMBLINGS reunion, and then set about ALLANWISHART trying to figure out who all these people were.

Some I recognized, either because I had seen them recently or because they looked the same as they had years ago. With others, especially some of the younger ones, it was a game of trying to guess which of my cousins they were children of.

Sometimes I was right; more often I was wrong.

It was a great time, and I got a really good sleep Saturday night (thank goodness), and then spent most of Sunday trying to remember all the people I had talked to on Saturday and meet the ones I hadn’t.

I will say this much about the trip home: Having Highway 16 twinned all the way from Saskatoon to Hinton made the drive faster than we had figured.

No getting hung up in long lines of traffic behind a slow vehicle, and not even all that much traffic, considering it was the Monday of a long weekend.

Some more random thoughts from a week off: • Saw my latest psycho cyclist on the trip home.

About the only thing I give this guy credit for was that he was travelling on the right side of the road.

That was more than offset, though, by the fact he was riding without a helmet on Highway 16.

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Voting just do it

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he mid-summer doldrums have arrived. The heat is on, Christmas displays are up in the stores, and thoughts turn to … egad, politics?

Enjoy the lazy days of summer while you can, because it won’t be too long before we, in the media, and aspiring politicians start bombarding you with information.

The campaigning has already started in some camps, will kick into high gear after the Labour Day weekend, and reach a fever pitch by October.

It’s easy to tune out the endless pontificating, promises, and doubletalk … and that’s just from the media. But you shouldn’t.

This fall we will elect municipal representatives – city, school board, and regional district – for four years. If you choose to pay more attention to the World Series this fall, bear in mind that there will be another one in 2015. There won’t be another civic election until 2018.

So, take some time to learn about the candidates and the issues, and get out and vote.

The cliché is that if you don’t get out and vote then you don’t have the right to complain. This is not entirely true because in a democracy everyone has a voice – if you don’t vote, you can still complain. But you shouldn’t do it too loudly because your position will be indefensible.

Also this fall, you will be asked whether you are in favour of city stopping fluoridating the water.

This issue has already been hotly debated in the media and it’s a tough one because the pro and con sides can each roll out well-educated, well-respected physicians and professionals who will swear up and down that it’s the best thing since sliced bread or it’s the ruination of society.

As always, the truth lies somewhere in the middle.

But you will be asked to decide. Even though the referendum will be non-binding, I’m assuming the new council will respect the decision of the electorate (however one of the downsides of the longer terms is that they can ignore it and hope people forget by 2018).

It is an important decision because it will affect everyone in the city. There is lots of information about fluoridation available, and look to more sources than the Internet.

Educate yourself and, in the fall, cast your vote.

While it’s important to you who you vote for, it’s important to the city to vote. Voting is what makes our system work. So, pay attention to the discourse over the next few months and get out and vote.

Be first to add to the story or read what your neighbour thinks. Be a part of your community paper.

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All of us have a certain mindset about so many parts of passed and evidence was amassed, people accepted that the the life we live. That is not bad by any means, it allows us to world was round. They understood that if you started travelmake quick and consistent decisions about much of what life ing in one direction in a straight line you would eventually presents to us. arrive at your starting place from the opposing direction.

On the other side of the ledger, our mindset can cause us It took a few centuries but eventually became accepted as a to ignore change for the good, both in ourselves fact. There are still some who believe the earth and the society we live in. When we refuse to is flat but they are considered either crazy or re-examine the views we hold near and dear, we unknowledgeable primitive peoples. can deprive ourselves of variety and change. That All of us have opinions on many aspects of is no fun at all. our lives. Many are carried forward from our All of us know individuals who have a set childhood and others we have accumulated answer for everything. They know their point of along the way. They may be dearly held beliefs view is the right one despite anything others may on home remedies for a particular health probsay or do to the contrary. Their insulation from lem to our spiritual values. Some have value a changing world keeps them comfortable and and some are just not factual. There is conunafraid. They are predictable and boring people siderable evidence that sipping chicken soup to be around. helps restore us from a fight with a bad cold ONSIDE Fortunately the majority of people enjoy havor influenza. Even if it has no actual medicinal VICBOWMAN impact, it does help survive the illness with a ing their views mildly challenged. It causes them to take a look at their previously held opinion little more comfort. and either it affirms to them they were right all along or they Politics is a fertile ground to plant and grow opinions we make modifications to their perspective. It is part of an eduset firmly in our minds. Political parties change continually cational process necessary to adapting to the ever-changing but many have no difficulty in following a party without world around us. question. That is not all bad, as we would not have political The real challenge for any of us are those times we are parties participating without the hard work of the faithful. presented with facts which challenge one or several of the It is essential to the functioning of democracy to have those facts we use to live our lives. While the new information may firm-minded people around. be solidly proven, if it demands a change in one of our core As important as our mindset is to living life with some values, then we will resist. It creates fear and uncertainty and harmony, it doesn’t do us any harm to take a hard look at that makes us uncomfortable. what we believe. The world around us changes and all of At one time, when the common belief was that the world us need to change our point of view as new information was flat, there was an honestly held fear amongst sailors becomes available. It may be a bit painful but it is an exercise of sailing off the end of the world to their doom. As time well worth the investment of a little time.

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Display The shameful Editor: The Prince George Free Press newspaper (August 1, 2014) reported that the Two Rivers Gallery is exhibiting two new displays.

One of these is title Heaven, Hunger, Heart, which is a collection of grey concrete sculptures created by local artist Phil Morrison, one of which is called Humpty Dumpty Christ.

This display lasts until October 12.

The other exhibit by artist Andrej Maciejewski is of still-life photographs entitled Garden of Eden.

I am very surprised that the Prince George Art Gallery would accept and display this depiction of Jesus Christ, according to a nursery rhyme called Humpty Dumpty, which is about an egg that falls off a wall, gets destroyed, and cannot by restored by anyone.

It is extremely irreverent to Christ to depict God in such a way. Would Morrison debase a Muslim person of authority the way he has portrayed Jesus Christ, who died for the sins of all mankind, and on Easter Sunday rose from the dead, and was seen alive by Peter and the 12, and more than 500 bretheren? He was also seen by his disciples being taken up to Heaven.

Is Morrison aware that people who reveal their ignorance of who Christ really is are mentioned in the Bible, which says: “The fool hath said in his heart, there is no God.” (Psalm 14:1)?

Something so irreverent and hurtful to Christian believers should not be displayed in a public facility in Prince George.

Julia Serup Prince George

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Editor: A recent news article stated: “The city argues allegations of negligence, assault, nuisance, battery and breach of various statutes… ” as some of the reasons the City of Prince George’s want’s to have Mr. Millership’s case thrown out.

Is it true; allegedly, all residents have always supported fluoridation and they are all OK with losing their right to choose to end fluoridation, removed by Mayor Colin Kinsley, councillors and city administration in 1998 as supported by the NDP? This allegation is apparently recorded as true in Provincial Hansard documents partially quoted, from: Hon. J. Kwan: “As far as I know, there has never been an electors’ assent since that time [1954] on that issue [fluoridation].

However, in discussion with the mayor of Prince George [1996 – 1998], he advised me that that is indeed the opinion of the electorate in that city.”

(Square [ ] brackets define added data, provided for context clarity.)

The problem with the statement, “never been an electors’ assent” is that it’s false, according to newspaper archives from 1953 to 2014 plus FOI documentation from the City of Prince George.

Specifically a February 2, 1998 public presentation made to mayor, council, Northern Health, city administration and the media, plus years of letters to the editor.

Apparently and according to the Municipal Act of the day [1998] (and a letter to the mayor from Mike Farnsworth, NDP), and your 1998 MLAs, the city was required to go to a binding referendum before forcing people to consume sodium fluoride (a federally registered poison used in 1955 and now hydrofluorosilicic (fluorosilicic) acid, a Transport Canada, Schedule 3, Class 8, corrosive, toxic hazardous waste product.

Apparently the mayor, council and administration had a choice; respectfully support democratic rights of city people and provide a binding referendum, or ignore the oath they signed to follow all provincial and municipal legislation.

Guess which option they chose? (And where is your choice?)

City elected officials, their legal counsel and administration chose to end democracy and remove all of your rights, without your informed consent or permission. At a recent July 2014 council meeting the city’s legal advisor Walter Babicz called this breach of trust decision “grandfathering” which is why there will be no binding referendum November 15, 2014.

Gordon Wilson, MLA from provincial Hansard records: “What this

bill does [Enabling and Validating Legislation No. 2. Section 43] is eliminate the legal challenge that may have been made against the city as a result of the city not adhering to law when they expanded the water service after 1957 and the law required that they go to referendum.

That’s what the law said they had to do, and they didn’t do it.”

What would you call removal of democracy? Possibly: “negligence, assault, nuisance, battery and breach of various statutes” unless you agree with the disposal of hazardous waste by dilution in your drinking water without your choice or informed consent.

Wilson from provincial Hansard records: “[fluoridation referendum] in fact was a law that any fluoridation beyond that point [1952 – 1953] – because it was brought in by W.A.C. Bennett [1957] – required referendum, that it had to be put to the people. The issue in Prince George as I understand it from talking to a number of different people there, both pro and con fluoridation… is that the city of Prince George should have held a referendum on the future of fluoridation and expansion of the water system, but it did not. What we’re doing here is going back to 1954 in saying that despite the fact that they should have had a fluoridation referendum, we’re now enabling them to allow their letters patent and – notwithstanding the Municipal Act –allowing them to continue to supply fluoridated water. Then the law came [1957] in that said: ‘You have to hold a referendum.’

“So what it says is that you can still go ahead and try to win your case, but good luck, because we’ve just closed every loophole possible and you might as well give up. But never be daunted. Just go right ahead, and if there is a loophole that the government has missed by miscellaneous statute, next year they’ll grab that one too.”

Hon. J. Kwan: “It does not eliminate a person’s right to challenge any law, and in this instance it does not eliminate their right to challenge the law. But in all probability it would diminish their probability of winning, and that’s what this legislation will do.”

In conclusion, the NDP chose to support the mayor and council of Prince George in their lie that “no one was against fluoridation”.

What would you have the court do with; the City of Prince George, mayor, council, administration and their legal counsel because they forcibly end your right to choose to be fluoridated or not ignoring democratic legislation including their signed Oath of Office?

Emile Begin Prince George

The quiet ones might have something to say too Paul Strickland Special to the Free Press Self-confidence, at least when considered outside of any meaningful context, is over-valued in our society.

In the world of corporate and government organizations, authoritarian personalities and overbearing narcissists are too often mistaken for self-confident, efficient people.

According to a recent UBC study, narcissists do better in job interviews “than equally qualified candidates who go for a more understated sell,” columnist Elizabeth Bromstein said in ‘Workopolis’ June 17. An organization favouring fast-talking extroverts may later regret finding out they have hired on a narcissist for the long term, she says in the column Brock scholar Kevin McCabe pointed out to me.

Preferring aggressive interviewees also works against job candidates of East Asian origin whose cultures emphasize humility, according to the UBC study Bromstein cites.

However, quiet North American males of European ancestry who grew up in conservative religious homes and were taught it is polite to wait their turn in conversations are also passed over for jobs and promotions. They are often pushed to the sidelines in meetings where, after they have said only the first four or five words of an idea they wanted to express, loud-mouthed storm-trooper-braggart personal-

ities take over and steer the agenda for the remainder of the session. The introverted person never gets another chance to speak on the topic he tried to bring up. In this way good ideas are lost. The late critic Jacques Barzun referred to the frequently low quality of North American conversation in his 1959 book, The House of Intellect.

Our society’s emphasis on self-confidence as a mark of character is misplaced. The question should be, selfconfidence to do what? The label out of context is empty of moral value. Hitler, Mussolini, Stalin, Mao and Pol Pot were supremely self-confident men, but the damage they did to their cultures and to humanity is incalculable.

The excessive emphasis on self-confidence in our culture derives in part from many influential Calvinist ideas and other concepts from the early Reformation. John Calvin, a predestination theologian of the 16th Century, held that “God has already predetermined which of us will be ‘saved’ and which damned before we are ever conceived and born,” says historian Barbara G. Goodrich of the University of Colorado at Denver. “. . . It is held to be an absolute duty to consider oneself chosen, and to combat all doubts as temptations of the devil, since lack of self-confidence is the result of insufficient faith, hence of imperfect grace.” In this view, the person lacking in self-confidence is likely on the way to welldeserved poverty and then damnation, Goodrich writes.

The impact of this idea in secular workplace terms in

the 21st century is that bullies, mistaken for self-confident people, are hired. The result is too much harm to too many people. In the 1980s the Globe and Mail ran a feature from time to time about “the world’s toughest bosses” who had made hard decisions to lay off tens of thousands of people as downsizing became increasingly prevalent in the corporate world. They were presented as determined, iron-willed helmsmen to be admired. One letter writer asked how many heart attacks and divorces these visionary captains of industry had caused.

In his 1977 book, The Gamesman, management theorist Michael Maccoby posited a category of diligent workers he called “craftsmen” – people who work quietly and diligently to the highest standards of their trade or profession as they understand them. These craftsmen are also the bedrock of the institutional memory of an organization. Too often they are overlooked in our culture that favours loud self-advertisement. In a positive context administrators and managers of good will are looking for an energetic person with a cando attitude – someone with new ideas he’ll try to persuade others to accept. He or she will make an effort to consult with subordinates as fellow professionals. There is nothing wrong with this.

We have to give more consideration to quiet but thoughtful people who see more than one side of an issue or program. They might have new ideas that will help us.

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A physiotherapist’s client has not necessarily suffered serious trauma.

Some of the things that lead people to visit a physiotherapist are an injury or discomfort that occurred in the workplace or during a physical activity, a pain in the back, neck, or head, a lack of flexibility, problems with posture, arthritis, tendinitis, bursitis, epicondylitis, loss of bladder control, or respiratory problems.

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In fact, the key to obtaining the most suitable equipment for your needs is an analysis of your situation carried out by people with a great deal of experience in this area. No matter what type of equipment is required, they will know exactly what to suggest and make all the necessary adjustments in order for you to be as comfortable as possible under the circumstances. Usually, repair services are also available.

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These stores offer a surprising range of products for sale or for rent in order to satisfy your slightest need. For example, one can find wheelchairs in many formats: conventional, ultralight (folding or not), or electric, to which can be added a wide range of accessories, such as cushions, backrests, gloves, and storage bags. It goes without saying that the quality of this type of equipment has improved immensely over the years!

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Women can also be affected, although this loss is spread out over a longer period of time and starts later in life. One out of two women experiences this problem in varying degrees after the age of 60.

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CRAIG CARDIFF Folk, roots singer-songwriter Craig Cardiff plays Nancy O’s on August 23.

The artist, who hails from Waterloo, Ont., is known for his engaging digital vocals and guitar loops. For the upcoming local date, he performs two shows, one at 6 p.m. and another at 9:30 p.m.

RED HAVEN Canadian blues singer guitarist David Gogo plays the Lambda Cabaret on Third Avenue on August 21. At the same venue, a four-piece band from Vancouver called Red Haven plays a Halloween Dance on October 25. Their music stylings include blues, Cajun and swing.

Tickets are $25 ($20 each for group tickets) and will be on sale at Books and p y in October.

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GROOP GALLERY Erica Hawkes opens her new art show, A Tale of Two Styles, at the Groop Gallery on Third Avenue on Aug. 21. The artist’s talk and reception starts at 7:30 p.m. Over the years, Hawkes has worked as a fashion designer, illustrator, art instructor, photographer and is now gallery artist. She grew up in Prince George, attended PGSS and studied art under teacher/mentor Maureen Faulkner.

with pearls of wisdom from Suzanne Campbell Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com She comes from a family of entrepreneurs.

Suzanne Campbell and her sisters Pat, Carol and Juanita all have booths at the Prince George Farmers’ Market on Sixth Avenue.

Three years ago, Campbell decided if she wanted to see more of her sisters (nephew Bradley also has a booth at the market), she would have to come up with an idea for her own home-based business.

Her four sisters all sell different products (another sister who sold gourmet soup ingredients passed away last year) and each of them has tried out more than one business venture.

“I used to come and visit my sisters at the fair every Saturday so I decided I had to come up with an idea so I could be here, too. There’s something about being down here (at the market) that I love.”

Campbell chose a product called “jelly pearls”, which is fast becoming popular with designers and home owners in the north. Her booth is one of the most colourful at the market. The first thing most people notice is a dish of what looks like soft marbles in an array of colours, including pastels.

She also sells vase filler kits which come in 12 colours and can be used for any special occasion

such as birthdays, weddings, birthdays, funerals (with flowers mixed in) or as a colourful centrepiece on an entrance, dining or living room table.

The kits come with instructions and all the materials to put together your own creation and watch it perform its magic.

“You soak clear water crystals for eight hours, then add the coloured acrylic beads. When you add water, the clear crystals ‘disappear,’ leaving the acrylic beads suspended in the vase.”

Then the real “magic” happens.

“It looks as if the jelly pearls are suspended in water. I was told that the refraction of light makes it appear that the water crystals are gone.”

Chatting with her sister Pat Klassen at the market on Saturday, Campbell smiled and shrugged.

“I guess the entrepreneurial spirit is in all of us.”

Indeed, Klassen, who has sold health products in the past, has embarked on something quite different.

She uses a computer-generated animation program that can be personalized to every customer.

The Prince George Farmers’ Market offers a variety of goods and is open year-round, every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. located on Sixth Avenue behind the Keg. For more on the “pearls” visit www.jellybeads.ca.

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These may be the lazy, hazy days of summer but Carla Johnston, executive director of the Downtown Business Improvement Association (DBIA), says this weekend’s Summerfest is bound to bring the whole community together.

Packed with music and on-stage entertainment, games, vendors and a feast of dishes to sample, Summerfest can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Event coordinator Heidi Martel said Tuesday that the event is going to be even better this year with three new cuisine choices from three new restaurants, some very talented entertainers including musician Clinton W. Gray, and some exciting new (and old) games for children.

“It’s going to be a lot of fun for everyone. One thing we’ve addressed this year with the Taste Pavillion is trying to make sure people don’t have to wait so long in lineups. And people have always asked us in past years what they’re supposed to do with leftover tasting tickets – so we have an answer.”

Advance taste tickets are available from Northern Hardware or at the Farmers’ Market on Saturday, August 16.

“We will have a box where people can donate any leftover taste tickets. Those will be converted to cash and given to the Canadian Cancer Society.

People told us they don’t want to waste them but maybe they have sampled everything they want to and have the leftover tickets so this was a good way to deal with the problem.”

Last year the leftover tickets made $225 for charity, she said.

“We made the changes so that we could keep things moving along at the various taste centres.

Summerfest has been going on for a few years now, so we’re at the point where people need fewer things explained to them because they’ve been to the event before and know what to expect.”

Participants also provide important feedback and make suggestions, she said.

Children and adults are in for a real treat this year with a magician’s show that starts at 11:10 a.m.

“The show is going to be great, it features a well

known magician (Gray) who, after the show, will be roaming about the crowds, posing for photographs and making balloon animals.”

Forty exhibitors will have booths located along Quebec Street but Summerfest goers should know that getting around to the various areas of interest may be a little harder this year.

“Third and Fourth Avenues are blocked off because of construction work so there’s no access from there to Summerfest, so people will have to park on adjacent streets, they can park at the Civic Centre and walk over and they can use any of the free City parkades.”

This year, the Canfor Kids Zone features a live fish pond, Wendy’s Frosty eating contest, mural painting, street performers, face painting, musical flash mob, and more.

Martel says two new features will be of particular interest to the young and young at heart.

“Immigrant and Multicultural Services Society (IMSS) will have a table set up with old-fashioned games (no electronics) such as pick-up sticks. And the Kids Zone has a new feature this year with a laser-simulated hunting experience. I think they are really going to enjoy that.”

Entertainment includes magician Clinton W. Gray as well as musical performances by Sound Addiction, Highball Riot and Bright City Lights.

Brooklyn Doerksen, who placed third in the PG Idol Contest, will be performing on the main stage as well.

“We’ll have representatives from the Canada Winter Games at Summerfest this year and they will have a live judo demonstration, a visit from the Winter Games mascot Nanguz, and lots of information on hand about the Games.”

Downtown Summerfest’s roster of activities run Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission to Summerfest is free; individual events may have their own pricing.

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Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Kate Ames explains to celebrity chef/commentator Bob Blumer the finer points of her entree in the Amateur Chef’s Challenge on Saturday at the BCNE.

day from the first time event with blisters on her hand and foot from spilled hot oil, a $200 second prize – and most importantly for her, high praise from celebrity chef and commentator Bob Blumer.

Ames, a sales representative for the Free Press, faced off with Heidi Johns in the final rounds of the amateur competition on Saturday. The mystery basket ingredients to be used in all three rounds (appetizers, entrees, desserts) included spot prawns and red bell peppers.

The Northern Taste Market stage in Kin 2 was divided into two kitchens with Team Kate on one side and Team Heidi on the other. Racing against the clock, the teams with their two sous chefs, worked quickly to create their culinary masterpieces in front of a live audience.

Afterwards their courses got the taste test from four local judges and guest “Billy Barker.”

Visiting Team Heidi’s kitchen, Blumer noted Johns’ flushed face and told the audience the chefs

face more challenges than just preparing delicious food.

“It may look easy, but it’s anything but,” he said. In addition to hot studio lights and pressure cooker-type atmosphere, competitors are cooking on very hot burners – all adding to the heat.

When Ames had completed her entree, Blumer did his own tasting and said her dish had “beautiful layers of flavouring... I can still taste them in my mouth so that’s great...”

Blumer also complimented her on making ice cream the old-fashioned way by shaking a bag full of ice and rock salt.

While watching her cook her entree, he said, “Ohh, ohh, where’s the bell peppers?”

He explained the judges, in addition to looking for taste and presentation, look for the predominance of mandatory ingredients used in the dishes.

And another “insider” point.

“You don’t know what course they’re working on,” because the courses are all timed and some things that require longer cook-

ing times are cooked first even though they may be served for dessert.

Blumer kept the humour and food tips coming as co-emcee Norm Coyne filled in running commentary when Blumer was busy looking into saucepans and making his own observations – “Heidi, there’s a pancake down...

DOWN” or taking plated dishes over to a close-up camera so the audience could see the finished presentation.

Ames finished her dishes with the ice cream, candied maple bacon, sugared bannock with raspberry and red pepper reduction sauce. Her competitor, Johns, had an almond crusted lemon curd, made to look like a flower.

She won the challenge and was presented with a charcoal barbecue valued over $1,000.

“It was a great experience,” said Ames on Monday, her hand still bandaged.

“Bob Blumer said my food was ‘off the hook’ and that he hopes to see me back next year at the competition.”

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The West Coast band is known for its soulful and sweet three-part harmonies and for their display of talent on a number of instruments – accordion, mandolin, violin, beat boxing and cajon drum.

Dirty Grace plays Artspace on August 21. They will be bringing with them their roots folk, gypsy soul and swing music.

Singer-songwriter and Cajun drum player Jesse Thom spoke with the Free Press Wednesday.

He and Marlie Daemon (accordion), Betty Supple on vocals and mandolin and Elise Boeur on violin have been playing together for over six years, so their personalities and musical talent blends like a charm now.

“It works for us because we’re all students of clowning, of meditation and different styles of communication,” said Thom.

“That training allows us to connect with each other and with the audience. We have a collective sense of openness and honesty when it comes to our music.”

The three core members have solo, independent music careers and strong songwriting skills which means they can change it up and “be spontaneous” performing on stage.

All the band members play several instruments and three of them collaborate on songwriting endeavours, he said.

“We have a team of three strong songwriters who bring their songs and we all work with them and make suggestions, so only the best songs get through,” he said. “We weed out lesser material and bring only our best songs to the audience.

“Only about one in four songs actually comes out of the gate, so there’s quality control that goes on.”

They live for their live performances, he says.

“What happens on stage happens so dramatically. We have a lot of faith in each other, so we don’t have a pre-determined or predictable show, which I think spells certain death for bands. We change it up so the show is always evolving. We respond to the crowd and we are as much a witness to what is going on on-stage as they are.”

Thom says he’s been with bands in the past in which he “almost needed counselling” because there was no harmony on or off stage.

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Versatility and adaptation is key for bands that want to grow and progress, he says.

“We put our music at the forefront rather than our own comfort. When she started with us, Betty played guitar and piano – but she learned to play the mandolin. Marlie moved from piano to accordion. It’s easier to travel with and it’s also good for people to hear it played well.”

The ‘morphing’ of musicians included himself.

“I played bass and drum set but with a rack of drums and symbols, it made too much clamour and prevented our musical harmony from happening. And I didn’t feel enough connection with the band or the audience. Drummers usually sit at the back. So I switched it out to where I now play the cajon drum, I sit on a box and play in front of the audience.

“We did a lot of shuffling around to achieve our unique sound.”

For some shows, the band adds an upright bass player.

Fans have been garnered mostly by word of mouth, says Thom although social media (Facebook page and website) plays a big part.

“When we played ArtsWells festival, they put us downstairs in a smaller room. Many people there had never heard of us – but we started to play and in no time, people were coming in to hear us. And I think that’s where the clowning training comes in because we are able to connect with the audience.

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Hair-raising, fundraising carnival runs Sunday Richard and Company Hair Studio is ramping up the fun at their Carnival Fundraiser this weekend, with all proceeds helping local children with special needs.

The event will feature carnival games, face painting, a bake sale, hotdogs and drinks, haircuts by a $10 minimum donation, and much more. The event will support the purchase of specialized equipment by the Child Development Centre of PG and District.

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Until 20 August Skins Lake Spillway discharge will uctuate between 14.2 m3/s and 453 m3/s in response to temperature forecasts.

Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ow information for the Nechako River.

Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812

NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 7 August 2014 Reservoir Elevation: 851.29 m

(2792.96 ft.)

SLS Discharge: 170 m3/s Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls: 222m3/s Nechako River at Vanderhoof: 296 m3/s Spillway discharge will be increased to 170 m3/s on Thursday 7 August.

Until 20 August Skins Lake Spillway discharge will uctuate between 14.2 m3/s and 453 m3/s in response to temperature forecasts.

Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ow information for the Nechako River.

Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812

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Full Time Sales People

Apply in person with resume to: Visions Electronics #142-6333 Southridge Ave., Prince George, B.C

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Career Opportunities ADVOCATE, Inspire & Impact Global Change! Join our team at Pine Centre and fundraise to help children around the world. Sep.1-28, $17-$20/hr Apply @ www.donorworx.com

Start your Health Care Career in 6 months!

Part-time Tailor Wanted!

This individual should have a passion for SERVING others, be able to produce high quality work and enjoy being part of a team.

Send your resume or contact: Paul Armstrong, Store Manager Phone-250-612-0786 Email - PA16@mooresclothing.com *Position available immediately

Ad Designer The Prince George Free Press is growing again and is looking for a creative talented ad designer.

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This position is perfectly suited for someone who loves to work in a fast-paced environment, and can work well both independently and as part of the team.

The ideal candidate will have; experience in working with Adobe Creative Suite (In-Design, Photoshop, Illustrator & Acrobat); strong print ad portfolio; attention to detail; and a creative spark.

The Prince George Free Press is an independently owned community newspaper serving Prince George and BC interior markets for over 20 years.

Call Today For A Free Info Kit 250-372-8211 www.ThompsonCC.ca

If working in a positive, goal oriented team environment, with state of the art equipment and the potential to earn an above industry average income appeals to you, submit your resume in conďŹ dence to:

Financial Aid Available. Also Offering Pharmacy Technician, Nursing Unit Clerk, and Medical Transcription Programs

Outside Advertising Sales Representative

Ron Drillen, General Manager The Prince George Free Press 1773 South Lyon Street V2N 1T3 Fax: 250-562-0025 Email: publisher@pgfreepress.com

Prince George Free Press

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Description We are seeking a team player with a professional attitude to work and learn in a fast paced, business environment.

Quali¿cations 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.

If a rewarding challenge resonates with you, contact us today.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: Ron Drillen, General Manager Prince George Free Press 1773 South Lyon Street Prince George, B.C., V2N 1T3, Canada Tel: (250) 564-0005 Ext.115 Fax: (250) 562-0025 Email: publisher@pgfreepress.com AberdeenPublishing.com 778-754-5722

www.woodwheatonhonda.ca

“Don’t open your hood to strangers�

Wood Wheaton Honda of Prince George has an immediate opening for a Red Seal Technician, a Honda Certified Technician, and / or 2nd to 4th year apprentice!

Our requirements: • Positive attitude • Valid Class 5 drivers license • High school diploma • Ability to operate manual and automatic transmissions • A love of Honda automotive products What we oer: • Competitive pay plan • Excellent benefit package • RRSP program • High standards of training • Great work and team environment • Career advancement • A brand new state-of-the-art facility • Out of town moving costs negotiable Please submit your resume, via email, attention to Dave Madden, Service Manager, to dmadden@woodwheatonhonda.ca. All resumes will be kept on file for 90 days. We invite you to check out Prince George at http://tourismpg.com/.

Check us out on facebook too! https://www.facebook.com/WoodWheatonHonda

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Employment

Employment

Employment

Career Opportunities

Education/Trade Schools

Help Wanted

(Based in Prince George) Van-Kam Freightways has an opening for a Inside Sales Specialist working out of our Prince George Office. You will work with our business development team located throughout BC to identify new business opportunities and ensure potential new business and service existing clients.

The successful applicant must be a mature, stable individual with above average organizational, computer and customer service skills. In addition you should be self-disciplined, goal oriented and driven with passion to be a part of a positive, growth mode team.

Sales background and knowledge of the transportation industry is an asset. Send a detailed resume to: careers@vankam.com or Fax 604 587-9889 www.vankam.com Van Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Environmental Responsibility.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada!

Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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In Home • Food Handlers Volunteers • Care Givers

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Inside Sales/ Business Development

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August 27, 2014 IMSS Building 1270 2nd Ave.

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Classes Run 8:30–5:00pm

Group Rates Available

Diane Rosebrugh & Dick Rosebrugh, B.Ed.

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Fax: 250-563-2572

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1-800-222-TIPS Help Wanted An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

Call today and ask about our in-centre or live, online tutoring programs.

Rob Menzies Contracting Grapple Skidder Operator required for work in the West Chilcotin. This is a full time camp job. Must have 5 years experience. Email resume to rkjcmenzies@shaw.ca or fax 250-398-6273 attn: Rob Menzies

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

1645 Spruce St. Prince George

250-562-7311

Do you LOVE your Honda?

Do you LOVE Honda cars?

Please apply, TODAY! www.woodwheatonhonda.ca

Can you cook & looking for a fulfilling ministry? Consider Our Daily Bread, Nelson BC’s only hot meal program that helps the homeless and those at risk of homelessness. ODB is looking for a dedicated individual with ability to cook and enjoy’s working with volunteers. Is this you? We offer: Competitive wage package with benefits and full time hours. ODB is a ministry of Kootenay Christian Fellowship.

Please apply to April at odb@kcfoffice.com www.kootenaychristianfellowship.com Rob Menzies Contracting Logging Camp Cook required for work in the West Chilcotin. Must have Food Safe and a minimum 5 years experience in camp cooking.

Email resume to rkjcmenzies@shaw.ca or fax 250-398-6273 attn: Rob Menzies.

Rob Menzies Contracting Logging Camp Cook required for work in the West Chilcotin. Must have Food Safe and a minimum 5 years experience in camp cooking.

Email resume to rkjcmenzies@shaw.ca or fax 250-398-6273 attn: Rob Menzies.

Resource Ability is searching for a LPN/RN to provide in home respite nursing care for a youth in Prince George, B.C. Flexible evening and weekend shifts, wages per Collective Agreement.

Apply with resume to: jhols@western.ca

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Employment

Trades, Technical

Financial Services

Trades, Technical

Trades, Technical

Looking for a heavy duty mechanic for a busy shop in Kamloops full benefits great wage no night or shift work please fax or e-mail resume to Fountain Tire Kamloops 916 Yellowhead Hwy V2H1A2 fax number 250.851.7619 e-mail f105@fountaintire.com

IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple.

Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

Build Your Career With Us

PCL ENERGY now hiring Journeyperson: Pipefitters, Millwrights ($40+/hr) and Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for immediate shutdown work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and benefits.

Call 780-468-8026, send resume: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts.

We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

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Financial Services ARE YOU $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-3511783.

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

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MELODY’S HOUSE CALLS Home care services to help you stay independent in your home. Offering household assistance, foot care, appointment escorts, companionship and more. www.housecallsnursing.ca 1-855-510-5155 ‘We bring our heart to your home”

Home Improvements Handyman Services Renos: Homes, apartments etc.

Ref avail. Dan 250-613-3991

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National Tank Services, a division of Trimac Transportation, is North America’s premier provider of services in highway transportation of bulk commodities. Our Prince George, BC location requires...

Heavy Duty Truck/ Trailer Mechanics

Education/Trade Schools

Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School

START WEEKLY. YEAR ROUND. GET TRAINED.

Wood Wheaton Honda invites you to join our Team! We are offering a full time position for an Automotive Service Advisor.

Join our award winning Team in a supportive team environment in a brand new state-of-the-art facility!

The successful candidate will meet the following requirements: • A positive attitude • Customer relationship skills • A valid class 5 drivers license • High School diploma • Computer and typing skills • ability to prioritize and manage time effectively • ability to operate manual and automatic transmissions • Past experience in the automotive or retail industry recommended Wood Wheaton Honda offers the successful candidate: • Competitive pay plan with bonus structure • Excellent benefit package • RRSP program • A high standard of training • Great work and team environment Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume to the email address noted. We thank all those for their interest, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. All resumes are held on file for 90 days.

Please submit your resume attention to Dave Madden, Service Manager: dmadden@woodwheatonhonda.ca

Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportuniƟes for conƟnuous growth and development?

When you join Tolko Industries, you are signing on with an industry leader in world markets that has built success through three generaƟons with over 3000 employees and growing. We provide a dynamic environment with compeƟƟve compensaƟon where people succeed as our most valuable resource. Our structure and culture encourage innovaƟon, growth, and change in an open environment, and we believe in and pracƟce environmental sustainability.

CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHT

White Valley Division - Lumby, BC QUALIFICATIONS: • • • •

Journeyman Millwright cerƟĮcaƟon; Ability to read blue prints, plans and schemaƟcs.

Strong problem solving skills Commitment to working safely coupled with strong communicaƟon & interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently with liƩle supervision • OrganizaƟonal and planning skills as well as proĮciency in MicrosoŌ Word, Excel and Outlook This is an excellent opportunity to engage in interesƟng work and in excellent working condiƟons in modern wood manufacturing faciliƟes.

APPLY TODAY!

Our tradiƟon of excellence is built on strong company values, a challenging environment, and conƟnuous development.

To explore current career opportuniƟes and become a part of our community, apply online today at www.tolko.com.

ApplicaƟons will be accepted unƟl August 24, 2014.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

www.tolko.com

www.trimac.com

Education/Trade Schools

Looking for your next great career opportunity?

Apply Today!

Please send your resume, quoting the job title, to: Mark Davy, E-mail: canrecruiting@trimac.com Phone: 866-487-4622 Fax: 888-746-2297

Automotive Service Advisor

The successful candidate will be responsible for: • Provide exceptional Customer Service • Explain the nature of the work performed and all the repair costs to the Customer.

• Prepare a detailed and accurate estimate of repairs • Accurately explain the nature of mechanical problems • Handle phone inquiries regarding work-in progress, appointments, and return messages promptly • Schedule and dispatch of repairs • Sell required maintenance and repairs • Ensure effective and efficient completion of repair orders • Follow dealership safety procedures

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Where you can make a difference in your community

Heavy Duty Foreman Lead a team performing heavy duty fleet repairs A proven leader, seasoned in heavy duty mechanics, you’ll use your experience and sound judgment to lead operational staff in heavy duty fleet repair. Along with overseeing and evaluating your team’s work, you will be responsible for scheduling, preventive maintenance, regulatory inspections, employee safety, budgeting and short and long term planning activities. Your TQ in heavy duty mechanics and minimum of 5 years’ directly relevant trades experience is complemented by both supervisory skills training and 2 years’ supervisory experience.

This regular full-time position offers an hourly wage of $35.96.

Closing date: August 22, 2014.

Heavy Duty Mechanic Bring your HD or Commercial Transport ticket and extensive heavy equipment experience to this role overhauling and repairing a variety of fleet vehicles and machinery. A Class 3 driver’s license with airbrake endorsement is required, as well as a commitment to providing quality customer service and working within a proactive team environment. Preference will be given to candidates who also hold an automotive ticket.

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Closing date: August 29, 2014.

Both positions offer an excellent benefits and pension package.

For more information and to apply online by the appropriate closing date, please visit www.princegeorge.ca/careers

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Merchandise for Sale

Home Repairs

Garage Sales

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

7176 Hartford cres -AUG 16/17 8-4 Multi- family lots of plus size clothing,garden and lawn items, garden tools, hose and caddy etc,snowboard boots, light ďŹ xtures, ofďŹ ce supplies, electronics in good working condition, i.e, DVD player, stereo and smart phones lamps, and lots of other household items.

Landscaping SPRING YARD CLEAN-UP Garbage Removal & Gutter Cleaning Power Raking ~ Aerating (250)961-3612 or (250)964-4758 res

Pets & Livestock

Livestock January and April lambs for sale. $150 3 rams 250-971-2205

Pets CKC PB Registered American Cocker spaniel pups. Tri-colors $700 1-250-549-7138 or 250-308-8665

Merchandise for Sale

Auctions ONLINE AUCTIONS: Heavy & Recreational Equipment - Terex Dozer, Chris Craft Boat, ModiďŹ ed E-Tec Skidoo, Customized Sled Trailer, Gang Plank Edger, Motorbike & Glorious BC Mountain Ranch. www.mcdougallauction.com.

1(800)263-4193 PV#319916

Food Products AFRICAN/CARIBBEAN FOOD & BRAIDS IN PRINCE GEORGE For all your African/Caribbean food call Lanre at (647) 208-6036. Foods available such as: Gari, Elubo, Punded yam, Palm oil, Beans, Egunsi, Ogbono, Dry ďŹ sh, Cray ďŹ sh, Stock ďŹ sh, Maggi and many more.

Garage Sales 294 N. Ogilvie st Sat Aug 16 from 9-3 many items incl. book, lps, golf equip, clothes, hats, linen dishes,lamps, cameras, etc

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Misc. for Sale A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock.

SPECIAL Trades are welcome.

40’ Containers under $2500!

DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each.

Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Elton John ticket-106-8-107 Van. Bc Sun Sept 14/ 14 $200 Pine comp. desk & chair $55 Dorothy -250.614.0355 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

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Eliminate Bugs- Guaranteed. No Mess, Odorless, Long Lasting.

Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot.

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

STEEL BUILDINGS steel buildings. “steel overstock sale!� 20x20 $4,055. 25x24 $4,650. 30x32 $6,586. 32x34 $7,677. 40x48 $12,851. 47x70 $17,899. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca

Merchandise for Sale

Rentals

Misc. Wanted

Apartment Furnished

Collector Buying Coin Collections, Native Art, Estates, Gold, Silver + 778-281-0030

Quality approved! for Corporate /Crew 2 to 4 bd duplex bright spacious NS,250-960-0861pgr

FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation.

Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.com.

Rentals

Transportation

Transportation

Suites, Lower

Scrap Car Removal

Wrecker/Used Parts

FREE SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

USED TIRES Cars & Trucks $25 & up

1 bdrm, Furn. bsmt suite, for quiet clean person. NP NS. Close to bus & shopping Avail. immediately. $600/mo incl. utilities. 250-562-5379

Transportation

Commercial/ Industrial

within 15 km

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Rentals

Midtowne

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‘07 27.5 ARTIC 5TH WHEEL 2 slides, awning, ac, ceiling fan, asking $21,000 778-415-8201 Double pivot hitch $500

Space available for rent For all your rental needs Call 562-8343 or 562-RENT

• 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available • Close to hospital & downtown • Rent includes heat, hot water • Elevator to undercover parking • Fridge, stove, quality carpets, drapes • Laundry on each oor • No pets

Email: preet@telus.net

94 white Grand Am $1000.

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15270 Hwy 97 South 250.963.3435

P&R 250-963-3435

Cars - Domestic

Will buy unwanted gold & silver, coins, quality watches, Rolex and placer gold. Will meet or beat any reasonable competitors rate, local buyer.

250-612-1828, Prince George.

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250-561-1447 HARDWOOD MANOR 1575 Queensway Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrm Suites Heat/hot water included Adult Oriented/Students welcome Incentives for long-term students

Call (250)561-1446

Pine Grove Apts Clean 1 & 2 bdrm apts available

Student incentives No Dogs

Phone 250-563-2221

SUMMIT APTS

2666 Upland Street 1 & 2 bedroom apts. Rent includes: hydro, heat, hot water, appliances, drapes and parking. Quiet, no pets

250-564-3162

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Opportunities for women in oil and gas sector

Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Ashley Sidhu representing Mission Hill Wines pours a sample of wine Saturday at the Northern Taste Market at the B.C. Northern Exhibition. Sidhu said people at the fair loved their flavourful Diabolica released this year as well as their popular white Riesling for its sweetness.

PRINCE GEORGE NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Our People make a difference in the community

The BC Women in Energy Network (BCWEN) has launched a new research project aimed at identifying opportunities for women in northern B.C. in the non-traditional sectors of oil and gas and energy.

“Like many industries, the energy sector is considered non-traditional for women and when they do work in these sectors it is usually in roles like human resources, communications, finance or law, not engineering, trades or senior leadership,” said BCWEN Executive Director Jessica McIlroy in a press release.

“Given the projected growth in the energy sector in the next 10 years and expected labour shortages, women will be a valued resource to address this issue. We are excited about the insights this study can bring to help leverage this fact.”

The study aims to achieve five main objectives over a three-year period. These include: • Gaining a clear understanding of the current and projected Northern BC energy industry labour market landscape and participation rates of women in the sector; • Connecting with women in Northern BC to understand their level of awareness of the

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 57 (PRINCE GEORGE) Applications are being invited from qualified candidates for the following positions.

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

$57,426 - $67,562 annual salary.

This is a 12 month continuing position.

Closing date for receipt of applications is August 22, 2014

FAMILY WELLNESS PROGRAMS DEPARTMENT: Prince George Aboriginal Head Start ECE / Bus Driver Closing date: August 18, 2014

To apply, submit a resume, cover letter and three (3) references detailing which position you are applying for, to: 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 posting, no telephone inquiries please. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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We are seeking candidates for the following position within our organization

A hard copy listing the roles, responsibilities and qualifications of the position are available from the Prince George Native Friendship Centre’s web site at www.pgnfc.com (click on Join Our Team / Careers).

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ment the action plan through a Northern BC Women in Energy Council.

The study, which has secured base funding of $244,000 from Status of Women Canada, has also received direct and in-kind support from Women in Leadership Foundation, WEB Alliance of Women in Business Networks, Northern Peace Economic Development Commission, Northern Development Initiative Trust, Northern Lights College, City of Fort St John, City of Dawson Creek and local industry members such as Spectra Energy.

Where are YOU in the

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.

YOUTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES: Workplace Liaison Worker (Assistant) Closing date: September 5, 2014

energy industry and its employment opportunities; • Gaining a clear understanding of women’s perceived barriers around employment in the energy industry, as well as employer’s perceptions of female employees; • Develop an action plan based on findings to increase the participation rate of women in Northern BC energy industry based roles based on overcoming barriers and taking advantage of available opportunities; • Working collaboratively with regional organizations to imple-

ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN Facility Services

40 hours per week, $29.68 - $30.42 per hour.

This is a 12 month continuing position.

Closing date for receipt of applications is August 29, 2014 A detailed description of the position can be viewed at www.sd57.bc.ca (Careers) The Process: Interested candidates are required to submit an application package including: • • • •

Basic Application at: www.sd57.bc.ca (Careers) A cover letter highlighting your readiness for the positions, A resume outlining your education background and experience.

3 to 4 current professional references Email: HRecruit@sd57.bc.ca Fax: (250) 561-6837 Attention: Lori MacIver, Human Resources Officer Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Need Some Help To Succeed?

Are YOU Committed to YOUR FUTURE??

You could be eligible for the Aboriginal Training for Employment Program if you are Aboriginal and at least 18 years old and either: Unemployed and not received EI in the last 3 years or 5 years in the case of parental leave; or Employed without a high school diploma or lacking certification

Applications are now being accepted 8, 2014 Applications are being acceptedfor forSeptember July 10, 2012

For More Information Contact Prince George Native Friendship Centre Marvene Layte, Coordinator 250-564-3568-Local 213213 or Email: marvene_layte@pgnfc.com 250-564-3568-Local or Email: mlayte@pgnfc.com

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Datebook www.pgfreepress.com Friday Salvation Army garage sale, Aug. 15, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 130-1990 South Ogilvie St. Barbecue, Aug. 15, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

Meat draw, Fridays, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Crown Market, Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway.

Read-to-me Storytime, Fridays, 10-10:45 a.m., South Fort George Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle. Information: 250-614-0684.

Al-Anon New Hope AFG meets Fridays, 1:15-2:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 483 Gillett St. Information: 250-561-3244.

Dance, Fridays, 8 p.m.-midnight, Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave.

Saturday Salvation Army garage sale, Aug. 16, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 130-1990 South Ogilvie St. Weed pull, Aug. 16, 9 a.m.-noon, Carrie Jane Gray park, sponsored

by Prince George Naturalists Club.

Nechako Public Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 5100 North Nechako Rd.

A Butler’s Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave. Meat draw, Saturdays, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Crown Market, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway.

Dance, Saturdays, 8 p.m.-midnight, Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave.

Sunday Easy-moderate Lost Lake hike, Aug. 17, meet at City Hall parking lot 7:20 a.m. Information: Laura or Brendon 250614-0915.

Chicken and pork dinner, Aug. 17, 5 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

Nechako Public Market, Sundays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 5100 North Nechako Rd.

Neurological Wellness Assoc New to Prince George. Provides services at discounted prices to those living with neurological disorders; support and guidance to natural medicines. Looking for volunteers for outreach & fundraising events, Kerry 778-349-2502 PG Downtown Business Improvement Aug 17, 11 am to 4 pm Summerfest 2014- street party of the year! Entertainers, Kids Zone and the legendary Taste Pavilion!

Exhibitors & volunteers welcome.

Visit http://downtownpg.com/ summerfest/ Heidi Martel, 250-981-3485 Supertrak BMX Aug 15 – 17 Prince George BMX - national event. Up to 1000 riders from all over BC & western United States.

Looking for volunteers: BBQ, Make sandwiches & pancakes for the weekend; assist in concession booth; first aid experienced volunteers. Email: klbreeden@hotmail.com Lori Breeden 250-552-6741

For information on volunteering with more than 100 non-profit organizations in Prince George, contact Volunteer Prince George

250-564-0224 www.volunteerpg.com

Al-Anon PG Beginners AFG meets Tuesdays, 7-7:45 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-5613244.

Spruce Capital Toastmasters meet Tuesdays, 7:25 p.m., 102-1566 7th Ave. Information: Tom 250562-3402.

A Butler’s Market, Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave.

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Tai Chi, Mondays, 1:30 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr.

Cariboo Toastmasters meet Mondays, 7:309:30 p.m., Ramada Hotel, 444 George St. Information: caribootoastmasters.com or Laura (250) 961-3477.

Al-Anon Hart Serenity AFG meets Mondays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-5613244.

Northern Twister Square Dance Club meets Mondays, 7 p.m., Knox United Church basement. Information: Gys 250- 563-4828 or Reta 250-962-2740.

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ACBL duplicate bridge, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., 425 Brunswick St. Information: 250-5611685.

Sweet Adelines women’s four-part chorus meets Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., Studio 2880.

New members welcome.

Information: Kathy 250563-5170.

Meat draw, Sundays, 3-5 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Crown Market, Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway.

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Center City Toastmasters meet Tuesday, noon, City Hall Annex.

Information: 9164. toastmastersclubs.org.

East Line Farmers Market, Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Willow River Community Park.

Information: Ann 250966-2435.

Canasta, Aug. 18, 7 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

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Bridge, Tuesdays, 1 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr.

Bingo, Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Spruce Capital Senior Recreation Centre, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Hart Toastmasters, Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre. Information: harttoastmasters.ca Whist, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Senior Activity Centre, 425 Brunswick St. Al-Anon Hart Courage AFG meets Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-5613244.

CNC Retirees meet fourth Wednesday, 9 a.m., D’Lanos.

Information: Lois 250563-6928.

Thursday The Naturalist in Arizona, Aug. 21, 7 p.m., Exploration Place, hosted by Prince George Naturalists Club.

Whist, Aug. 21, 7 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

DayBreakers Toastmasters meets Thursday, 7-8 a.m., UHNBC Conference Room 1. Information: Heather 250-649-9591.

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Rod McLeod, centre, of Royal LePage Prince George, presents Sharon Hurd, left, and Karen Underhill of the Phoenix Transition Society with a cheque for $2,500, proceeds from the Prince George part of the Shelter Foundation National Garage Sale put on by the realty company.

Proud to recognize those who give in our community.

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2065 - 1st Ave. • 250-563-0883 www.csninc.ca Club, meets Thursday, 7 p.m., P.G. Legion, 1116 Sixth Ave. Crown Market, Thursdays, 10 a.m.4 p.m., 3955 Hart Highway.

Plaza 400 Toastmaster Club meets Thursday, noon, Aleza room, fourth floor, Plaza 400 building, 1011 4th Ave. Information: 6252. toastmastersclubs.org/ or 250-564-5191.

Little Artists, Thursdays, 10:3011:30 a.m., South Fort George Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle.

Information: 250-6140684.

Al-Anon Mustard Seed AFG meets Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., St. Michael’s Anglican Church, 1505 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-561-3244.

Prince George Grassroots Cribbage Club registration, 6:30 p.m. play 6:45 p.m., Thursdays, 3701 Rainbow Dr. Information: Gerda 250564-8561.

ACBL duplicate bridge, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., 425 Brunswick St. Information: 250-5611685.

Prince George Toastmasters meet Thursdays, 7:15 p.m., AiMHi, 950 Kerry St. Information: pgtoastmasters.com, Joyce 250-964-0961.

Old Time Fiddlers jam, Thursday, 7-10 p.m. Elder Citizens Rec Centre, 1692 10th Ave. ECRA Forever Young Chorus meet Thursdays, 12:45 p.m., ECRA, 1692 10th Ave.

Support Groups CFUW seeking former members for 50th anniversary, Aug. 14.

Information: Maureen 250-561-0403.

Royal Purple meets second and fourth Mondays, 7:30 p.m.

Information: Dianne 250-596-0125 or Jeanette 250-563-9362.

Metis Elders Craft group, Thursday, 10 a.m.-noon, Prince George Metis Elders Society office, 117 – 1600 Third Ave. (Prince George Native Friend-

Thank You Prince George For Voting Us Best Auto Body Shop! ship Centre).

Prince George Quilters Guild meets fourth Tuesday of the month, Connaught Youth Centre, 1491 17th Ave. Registration 6:30 p.m., meeting 7 p.m. Information: Echo 250-612-0499.

Hospital retirees meet, first Tuesday of the month, 9 a.m., Prince George Golf Club.

Information 250-5637497 or 250-563-2885.

Wednesday evening Tops (take off pounds sensibly), Spruceland Baptist Church, 1901 Ogilvie St. Information: Leona 250-962-8802.

Prince George Genealogical Society meets the third Tuesday of the month, St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 1500 Edmonton St. P.G. COPD Support Group meets Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., AIMHI gymnasium, 950 Kerry St. Information: www. pgcopdsupportgroup.ca.

Prince George Stroke Survivors Group

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meets Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Elder Citizens Recreation Association, 1692 10th Ave. Information: Julia 250-563-3819, Roland 250-562-1747.

La Leche League breast feeding support group meets the second Thursday of every month 7 p.m., 176 Aitken Cres.

Information: Tammy 250-612-0085.

PGRH retirees breakfast, first Tuesday of the month, Prince George Golf and Curling Club. Information: 250563-2885.

Prince George ATV Club meets third Tuesday of month, 7 p.m. Carmel Restaurant meeting room.

Information: George 250-964-7907.

Army Cadet Rangers free youth program, meets Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Connaught Youth Centre. Information: Sondra 250-963-9462 or Andrew 250-981-8270.

The Community Datebook provides free community event listings every Friday. Submissions are accepted in written form only – dropped off, mailed or emailed – No Phone Calls please. Datebook runs as space allows, there is no guarantee of publication.

Mail to 1773 South Lyon St., Prince George BC V2N 1T3. E-mail datebook@pgfreepress.com

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With a belly car-related events. Usually I fly to a Day Three full of Voodoo vehicle launch, but this time I thought This was the day I had to work. Poor I would take some extra time, and the Doughnuts, including me, trying out the all-new Dodge family, on the road from Vancouver to Challenger Hellcat on the track with Double Bubble Portland, Oregon. While I attended the all 707 hp. It’s a tough gig. While I was flavour, fruit loops, 2015 Dodge Challenger event at the Portshooting for Driving TV, my wife took coco puffs and good the Grand Cherokee to the Waterpark land International Raceway, my family could take in some of the local sites. old chocolate, we for a day. I checked in throughout the Day One day and the comments were universal. were ready to go.

The plan was to break things up a bit, “This is the best waterpark ever!”

Zack Spencer instead of six solid hours behind the As I wrapped up the day at the track, I wheel of the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee did get a frantic call from my wife “The EcoDiesel. Thanks to the Nexus card, crossing the Jeep has lost power, I can’t drive over 30 mph, what border took all of 10 minutes. The next stop was the should I do?”

Boeing plant in Everett, Washington. This location The gang at Chrysler jumped to attention and before was first developed in the 1960 when the world’s first I knew it, I was on the road with another Jeep Diesel Jumbo Jet was being developed, the iconic 747. I take and being accompanied by two PR reps in a 2015 over 100 flights a year but I’m still impressed with the Challenger. From the track to my stranded family machines that make it all happen, especially the 747. I took over an hour; in total they sat at a Shell station wouldn’t visit the factory tour on the weekend again. for two hours waiting. To pass the time, the kids ate There is no action, just half-built planes sitting around. what they wanted from the Shell convenience store I found it all amazing but my two boys – Jack and and taking “selfies” seemed to do the trick. Once we Charlie – didn’t share my enthusiasm. arrived, we realized a Dodge dealership was literally five minutes up the road!

Day Two After a night in Redmond, Washington, we continued Day Four our trek to Portland, the land of tax-free shopping With a belly full of Voodoo Doughnuts, including Douand the Evergreen Wings and Waves Waterpark. The ble Bubble flavour, fruit loops, coco puffs and good waterpark just outside of Portland, in McMinnville, has old chocolate, we were ready to go. It took a while for a real 747 on the roof with water slides that exit the our repaired Jeep to arrive so on we went to sample fuselage, pass through the roof of the building and more tax-free shopping and sample some of Portland’s splashing into a huge waterpark complex. This, along many food trucks. When the Jeep did arrive, it turns with promise of Portland’s famous Voodoo Doughnuts, out the Diesel went into “limp-mode” enabling the kept everyone on track for the three-hour Jeep ride. driver to get to the next dealership. The fix was a

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Day Five After a great night in Seattle, we woke up to rain, lots of rain, so we went underground to visit the old, hidden city of Seattle. These tours take visitors on a walk through the ruins of Seattle after the massive fire of 1886 and the rebuilding that took place. Seattle is built on top of the old city; there are tunnels and abandoned sections of buildings there to explore.

Time to head home. The Grand Cherokee never set another wheel wrong; it was fantastic in the heavy rain and very solid on the highway. After 1,300 plus kilometres behind the wheel, I averaged 8.5L/100km.

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Both Rory and Jack with four.

Mcllroy has the demeanour of confident, yet modest. He embraces the challenge of being “the guy.” Some may even suggest he called off his engagement to tennis star Caroline Wozniacki in order to pursue a legendary status in what is arguably the world’s most difficult individual sport to master.

The NFL and NHL don’t need one player to have the responsibility of carrying the league on its shoulders. When Tom Brady and Peyton Manning retire, Andrew Luck and Russell Wilson will be among the young NFL stars ready to lead the way.

The NHL has never had a replacement for Wayne Gretzky or Mario Lemieux, yet hockey continues to blossom. MLB will be losing Derek Jeter at the end of the season, but by next year hardly anyone will notice. Yes, the NBA has seemingly become more about Lebron, however, Kevin Durant is the current MVP and there will always be enough Kobes and Carmelos to attract a wide ranging audience.

It is noteworthy that tennis, an individual sport with similar appeal to golf, has been thriving with more than one man to shoot for. The Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic rivalry has offered suspense, drama and theatre that has accelerated the game.

Dominant teams at the professional level add an awareness that piques curiosity. Love them or hate them, we remember the Cowboys and Patriots winning three Super Bowls in four years, the Islanders

capturing four straight Stanley Cups, the Yankees taking four World Series in five years or Jordan’s Chicago Bulls earning three consecutive NBA championships on two different occasions.

The PGA has evolved into name recognition.

There are many excellent players, arguably too many. Mcllroy may not be American or a controversial personality but he has a well-rounded game and a presence to make him relevant. Nobody knows how successful he will be but as golf writer Peter Robinson pointed out in a fourword tweet: “Tiger Was, Rory Is.” From The Quote Rack: Rory McIlroy said that breaking up with Caroline Wozniacki “has been for the better in terms of my golf.” So maybe before he was nervous about being with an athletic woman who might have much better aim with a golf club than Elin Nordegren?

Contributor Janice Hough of Palo Alto, California (www.leftcoastsportsbabe.com) According to a Harvard study, excessive sleep can lead to forgetfulness. Which, in the case of Toronto Maple Leafs fans, is probably just as well.

Comedy writer RJ Currie (“www.Sportsdeke.com) And in case you missed it: A North Carolina diner offers a 15 per cent discount for praying in public. Double that if you’re praying for the Cubs.

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Pisces set for provincials Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com For Jessica Ballantyne, swimming is fun again.

“The swimming isn’t as competitive now,” says the coach of the Prince George Pisces summer swim club. “I don’t train that much. It’s for fun now.”

Ballantyne was having fun at the regional swim meet earlier this month at the Aquatic Centre, the home pool for the Pisces, as she won four gold medals and set two club records, breaking her own record in the 100 metre breaststroke and setting anew record in the 100 metre backstroke.

“I’ve wanted to break that (backstroke) record for three years. I turned 20 last week, so this is my last year in this division. That was pretty much my last chance.”

She’ll get one more chance to set club records in Division 7 this weekend in Kamloops at the provincials. Ballantyne is one of more than a dozen swimmers from the club who will be swim-

ming.

“That’s a pretty high number,” she says, “considering our numbers are down from what they were in the past. It’s probably about the same number of swimmers, but as a percentage, it would be higher.”

The top three finishers in each race at the regionals advanced to provincials, as well as any other racers who didn’t medal, but finished with a time better than the provincial standard.

“A couple of our swimmers should make the A final, for the top eight,” Ballantyne says. “Ben Shand (Division 5) has a good chance, and his brother, Matthew (Division 4), could make the B final (for places 9 to 16), even though he’s just in his first year at that age level.

“The other two Division 5 boys, Jonah Gilbert and Brett Gandy, should make the B finals in at least one race.”

Gandy also broke two records in the same race at regionals, as his opening leg on the Division 5 medley relay broke the club record for the 50 metre backstroke,

while the team of Gandy, Jonah Gilbert and the Shand brothers broke the relay record as well.

Gandy is a coach with the Pisces, as are Ariel Gilbert and Emily Fuller. All of them will be swimming at the provincials.

Ballantyne says she thinks being a coach and a swimmer is a good thing.

“I think it gives you more credibility with the parents, because they can see you know how to swim, and the kids think it’s awesome.”

The Pisces swam in Kamloops earlier this season, but not in the Canada Games Pool used for the provincials.

“We swam at the outdoor pool when we were down there earlier.

There’s a practice time for us on Thursday night, and I expect everybody will make it.

“It’s a chance to get used to the lighting in the pool, the starting blocks. Every pool is a little different, but this one is pretty close to our pool here.”

Swimmers competing this weekend for the Pisces (age division in brackets) are Ben

Cook (2), Eva Gobbi (2), Madelyn Brown (3), Kyle Hicks (3), Trinity Ireland (4), Noah Brown (4), Matthew Shand (4), Jonah Gilbert (5), Ben Shand (5), Brett Gandy (5), Ariel Gilbert (6), Emily Fuller (6) and Jessica Ballantyne (7).

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Rural revitalization is the focus of Prince George conference The Community Development Institute (CDI) at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) is set to host the Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation (CRRF) National Conference in Prince George, BC from September 25 – 27, 2014. ... full story at pgfreepress.com

Erica Hawkes work is on display at the Groop Gallery in Prince George

It was a family affair in the low net division of the Ladies Simon Fraser on the weekend – and it wasn’t a case of mother knows best.

Natasha Kozlowski, who turned 13 this week, won the overall low net, with her mother, Valerie, finishing second. Natasha, a 27-handi-

capper, finished with a net of 158, while Valerie, a 29-handicapper, finished at 170.

In the low gross division, Sunday’s final group, with the top three scores from Saturday’s opening round, featured two players from out of town and the event’s biggest winner.

Betty Ann Shiels of Prince

was tops on the leaderboard, followed by Shiels at 169 and Collins at 175.

The ladies event was held one week after the mens Simon Fraser. Trevor Metcalf took the low gross in the three-day event with a nineunder 204, while Wes Walker was low net at 18-under 195.

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George, an eight-time champion, shot an 83 on Saturday and was one shot behind Kit Collins of Quesnel. Lisa Kerley of Williams Lake was another two shots back.

But it was Kerley who came through in the final round, carding an 80 to win by four shots over Shiels. Her 165

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Ready to run at Legion Nationals in Langley jump a bit, but I loved running so much, I concentrated on that.â&#x20AC;?

She was at the Legions last It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t easy for athletes to get year, when they were also held in Langley, and thinks that to the Legion Youth Nationals for track and field, especially if could help this weekend. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know what to expect from youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re from B.C. it being a big national meet. It Prince George Track and wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a surprise how many Field Club (PGTF) coach Bill people there are.â&#x20AC;?

Masich says itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easier to qualiShe also like the fy under the open track theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be runstandard than the ning on.

B.C. one. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the secâ&#x20AC;&#x153;The B.C. stanond time this year dard is based on in Langley, and I rethe top three at ally like their track. the previous yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s It has a good feel to nationals. All the it, and I usually do athletes we have pretty well there.â&#x20AC;? going down qualiFor Shelby, this fied in the open weekend will be the category.â&#x20AC;? chance to put out One of the SPRINTER half-dozen local SHELBY JANSEN all the energy thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been building over athletes heading to Langley this weekend is Shelby the course of the season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After this, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re done for Jansen. Shelby, 15, has been a while,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We start training with Athletics North indoor training in January, and Track and Field (ATNF) this then thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s usually a couple of season, but has been workindoor meets.â&#x20AC;? ing with the PGTF for the last Other local athletes commonth or so, â&#x20AC;&#x153;smoke permitpeting this weekend include tingâ&#x20AC;?, Masich adds.

Cole Dinsdale (PGTF), Youth Jansen is running two races 2000 steeplechase; Emma at the Legions, the 200 and Floris (ANTF), Youth 200; 300 in the Midget division, for athletes born in 1999 and later. Ryan Gaiesky (ANTF), Youth 110 hurdles and 300 hurdles; The Youth division is for athLindsay King (PGTF), Midget letes born in 1997 or 1998. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m pretty confident in both 200 hurdles; and Alexander Nemethy (PGTF), Youth 3000 my races,â&#x20AC;? she says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;more in and 2000 steeplechase. the 300, I guess.â&#x20AC;?

There are a few distances She started running track in at the event which may look elementary school, and found strange to those who watch the she liked it â&#x20AC;&#x201C; up to a point. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a sprinter,â&#x20AC;? she says with Olympics, but Bill Masich says itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part of a national plan. a laugh. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do the disâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part of the Long-Term tance races at all. I used to long

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Athlete Development Program in Canada. They have set distances for races based on physiological development.

They found for certain age groups, running the 400, especially as a sprint, was too much for the body. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So now 14 and 15 year olds run the 300 instead. After that, they move up to the 400.â&#x20AC;?

He says one distance the group may look at is the 600. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen kids trying to sprint the 600, and I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see how that can be good for them.

I think there has to be a change made there.â&#x20AC;?

Masich, who is wrapping up his first season as the PGTF head coach, says it has been a good year for the club. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had lots of the kids do well at the out-of-town meets.

Cassidy Campbell and Simon Nemethy did really well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Morgan Wiebe, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just 9, and she wants to run every distance. I finally told her, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a runner, so run.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;?

And while cross-country training looms for some of the older runners, Masich is already looking forward to the next track and field season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We got things done this year we hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t done in previous years, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still some work to do.â&#x20AC;?

He almost seems willing to split the need for work into track (which he feels good about) and field. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would like to see Kendal Rogers get close to 3 metres in pole vault. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve also got a lot of raw talent in our throwers which we need to do some work with.â&#x20AC;?

Free Press file photo Alexander Nemethy of the Prince George Track and Field Club runs at the BC Athletics Track and Field Championship Jamboree in Kamloops in July. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be in Langley this weekend for the Legion Youth Nationals.

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Skaters getting Ellis Edge with top coach in city to provide top tips on butt position Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com Sue Ellis had no doubt about the fate of her car Wednesday.

“By the end of the day,” the guest speedskating coach said, “my car will be decorated.”

It’s something Ellis, who is conducting an Ellis Edge camp at the Elksentre this week, has become accustomed to in Prince George.

“We do it because we love her,” says Ariadne Hiller, one of the local parents.

Ellis obviously appreciates the show of support (in a strange way).

“This is the fourth time I’ve been to Prince George, and I love coming here.

There’s such a family attitude, and the skating level is quite high.”

That’s what Ellis is here for.

Not to train the skaters in how to skate, but in how to skate better and faster. With four Olympic medals, six World Championship medals and 42 World Cup medals, it’s hard to argue with her success on the ice. She’s been able to take that success on the ice to the coaching side, as the provincial coach in New Brunswick from 1984 to 1998 before going down to the United States, working as a speedskating development coach and then as the head coach and Olympic coach for the U.S. short track team.

She turns her attention Wednesday morning to the skaters, who are doing a series of exercises in the COACH parking lot at the arena.

“Get your butts down,” she says to a couple of them. She

Allan WISHART/Free Press Skaters do some warmup laps before getting into Wednesday’s session of the Ellis Edge speed-skating camp at the Elksentre.

turns back to the reporter.

“We talk about butts a lot. No other camp does it as much as we do. They talk about ‘hip position’, we talk about butts.”

It’s not all about the butt, though.

“We talk a lot about working through the core muscles. We want them to get that kinetic chain that gets more pressure on the ice.

“There’s a lot of work on body position.”

It’s more than just SUE ELLIS ‘where’ the body should be positioned, though, it’s also ‘why’.

“We always tell them why,” Ellis

says, “and we also challenge them to tell us why we want them to do it that way. It’s not just doing, it’s why and why not.”

She says the camp may not be a democracy (she is, after all, the boss), but there is room for more than one voice.

“We encourage them to give us explanations for why things are done a certain way. If we’re the only ones talking, the kids only hear it from one voice.

“And we’re learning from them.”

As the skaters take to the ice and start warming up, Ellis stands by the boards in the stands.

“I’m still coming back from a concussion,” she explains, “so I don’t go out on the ice.”

That doesn’t mean she isn’t coaching, though, as even during the

first warmup laps, she’s calling to focuses more on the details of skatindividual skaters to improve their ing, is perfectly suited for Prince technique.

George.

Skaters at this week’s camp “This club already, as a club, has included members of the Prince the best technique in B.C. and one George Blizzards, as of the best in Canada. I know at well as skaters meets, people and coaches can’t figure out This club already, from Edmonwhy the kids from ton, Calgary/ here, which isn’t a as a club, has the Canmore and big centre, really, best technique Yellowknife. are so fast.” in B.C. and one Hiller says havEllis will be ing kids from back in Septemof the best In all over is great. ber for another Canada.

“My home is camp, which will – Sue Ellis the Hotel Hiller focus more on this week,” she strategy, tactics says with a laugh. “It’s great to see and speed. the kids build relationships around “We’re working a bit on strategy the breakfast table.” this week,” she says, “but it’s more Ellis says a camp like hers, which about butts.”

Alyx Treasure golden in high jump at international meet in Kamloops Alyx Treasure has another gold medal for her trophy case.

The former member of the Prince George Track and Field Club, who will be entering her senior year at Kansas State University in September, won the women’s high jump at the North America, Central America and

Caribbean Under 23 Track Championships on the weekend in Kamloops.

Treasure cleared 1.85 metres to win the event, with Shanay Briscoe of the United States second at 1.76 and Canada’s Rebecca Haworth third.

Canada had a team of 38 athletes, includ-

ing 10 from B.C., at the championships, which included 31 countries.

LUDLOW GOLDEN A story in the August 8 issue of the Prince George Free Press inadvertently gave swimmer Danica Ludlow the wrong colour of medal.

In the picture on Page 24, Ludlow, a former Prince George Barracuda, is hugging Olympian Savannah King after Ludlow beat King by .01 seconds in a a race at the Senior Nationals in Saskatoon.

We apologize for any confusion this error may have caused.