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The man who would be prime minister Bill Phillips editor@pgfreepress.com Northwest B.C. is “ground zero” for how we, as a nation, move forward, says federal NDP leader Tom Mulcair.

With liquefied natural gas, mining, the Northern Gateway pipeline, and others converging on the West Coast west of Prince George, and the recent Tsilhqot’in Supreme Court ruling giving First Nations a greater say in what we do on the land, all eyes will be on B.C.’s Northwest.

“This is the nexus for so many environmental, financial, economic, social and First Nations issues across the country,” Mulcair said Monday during a one-day stop in the area. “It’s where the future of our development is going to take place. We’re either going to get it right or we’re going to continue to have the types of problems we’ve had under the Conservatives.”

In the middle of ground zero is the question of how Ottawa treats First Nations in the wake of the recent ruling that affirmed Tsilhqot’in title over 1,700 square kilometres of land west of Williams Lake. Mulcair says Ottawa has to change how it deals with First Nations and says the NDP is the party to actually make that change.

“We went to develop a nation-to-nation approach,” he said.

Should the NDP claim the ultimate prize in next year’s

federal election, Mulcair said his government will do three basic things when dealing with First Nations. Those will be to respect First Nations treaty rights, First Nations inherent right, and the obligations to First Nations established by international law.

“It’s a different approach,” he said.

Mulcair said the Liberal government under Paul Martin had taken some important first steps with the Kelowna Accord. However, one of the first actions of Stephen Harper when he became prime minister was to scuttle the accord. Mulcair said current Liberal leader Justin Trudeau is backing away from the accord.

“We’re going to take a far more comprehensive approach,” Mulcair said.

“And I tell Canadians

that it’s going to cost money.”

Mulcair said the NDP approach to First Nations would be modeled after the James Bay situation in Quebec.

“Forty years ago the Quebec court threw out the James Bay project,” he said. “They said you can’t proceed until you get this worked out. The Quebec government sat down with the James Bay Cree and came up with a very comprehensive

This ‘rip and ship’ approach, that is favoured by the Conservatives, is not something we like.

- Thomas Mulcair James Bay/northern Quebec agreement. And it worked.”

Mulcair said the Kelowna Accord was a good first step, but government has to go further.

SUPERTANKERS Mulcair, who took a trip down the Douglas Channel Monday, says it’s not the place for supertankers.

“I’m categorically opposed to supertankers in the Douglas Channel,” he said. “It’s not even open for discussion.”

An NDP government would enshrine in law that supertankers not be allowed in narrow channels like the Douglas Channel.

VALUE-ADDED Mulcair said the NDP prefers that raw resources, such as oil, be processed in Canada.

“We don’t like the export the of raw bitumen, for example, like Trudeau with the Keystone pipeline that would export 40,000 jobs to the U.S.” he said. “We don’t think that’s a good idea … This ‘rip and ship’ approach, that is favoured by the Conservatives, is not something that we like.”

In addition to taking a boat ride down the Douglas Channell, Mulcair toured Kitimaat Village, Haidi Gwaii, and attended a community reception in Terrace.

Photo courtesy of Nathan Cullen’s office Federal NDP leader Thomas Mulcair speaks with reporters at the Kitimat airport Monday.

Regulations need to be enforced, says Mulcair Bill Phillips editor@pgfreepress.com Federal NDP leader Thomas Mulcair had some harsh words regarding the Mount Polley tailings pond breach, blaming the Conservative government for not enforcing laws that are in place.

“We’ve been saying for a long time that it’s not the case that we need new laws and regulations, but we need to enforce the ones that we have,” Mulcair said Monday. “The Conservatives have been going in the opposite direction.

They’ve been scaling back existing protection and not enforcing the little bit that’s left.”

Mulcair was speaking from Terrace, literally at the same time the provincial government was announcing an engineering investigation and inquiry into the Mount Polley

tailings pond breach and third-party reviews of all 2014 Dam Safety Inspections for every tailings pond at a permitted mine in the province.

Mulcair was also critical of the provincial government, saying it had ample warning about the problems at the Mount Polley, but failed to act.

“Now they’re trying to pretend that it’s almost an act of God, similar to an avalanche,” he said. “Well, it’s not similar to an avalanche. It’s a mining company that didn’t care about what it was doing and it put B.C. at risk, it put communities at risk, it put human health at risk. It has to be called out for what it is.”

Mulcair said enforcement is the key. Government has to enforce the regulations it has and enforce the regulations equally.

With the Klabona Keepers manning a blockade at Impe-

rial Metals’ Red Chris mine north of Terrace, it could be the next battleground in the push to clamp down on mining companies.

Skeena-Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen toured the Red Chris mine just prior to the Mount Polley disaster and the tailings pond at that mine is also an issue.

“One of the issues (at Red Chris) is the tailings pond because of the sensitive nature of the environment there, the connection the Tahltan people have to the water and to the salmon, it always raises those concerns,” Cullen said.

Cullen said the company now faces an increased challenge, which has increased because of a federal and provincial government that has been “far too compliant.”

He said the public starts to lose faith that the enforcement is going to happen and that mines will be built properly.

“This is an incredibly important wake-up call,” Cullen said.

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In Provincial Court on March 24: Wilfred P. Prince was found guilty of resisting a peace officer and failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking or recognizance, sentenced to 35 days in jail and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

In Provincial Court on March 25: Nikkita A. John was found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000, sentenced to 40 days in jail, placed on probation for 12 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Margaret A. West was found guilty of assault, uttering threats and resisting a peace officer, sen-

tenced to 10 days in jail, placed on probation for 18 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. West was also found guilty of two other counts of resisting a peace officer, sentenced to 20 days in jail, placed on probation for 18 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

In Provincial Court on March 26: Jody L. Bolt was found guilty of failing to produce a valid driver’s licence when ordered to do so, fined $250 and assessed a victim surcharge of $37.50. Bolt was also found guilty of driving while prohibited, fined $750, assessed a victim surcharge of $112.50 and prohibited from driving for one year.

Eric B. Charlie was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to 30 days in jail.

Terence A. Checkley was found guilty of driving an uninsured vehicle or trailer, fined $1,000 and assessed a victim surcharge of $150.

Gerald C.W. Healy was found guilty of driving while prohibited, sentenced to 14 days in jail, fined $500, assessed a victim surcharge of $75 and prohibited from driving for three years.

Gloria A. Joseph was found guilty of mischief, resisting a peace officer and failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking, sentenced to time served of seven days in jail,

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placed on probation for 12 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Justin M. Pfaff was found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000 and possession of a break-in instrument, sentenced to time served of 60 days in jail, placed on probation for one year and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Pfaff was also found guilty of failing to comply with a conditional of an undertaking or recognizance, sentenced to time served of 24 days in jail, placed on probation for one year and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Job W.D. Wylie was found guilty of failing to produce a valid driver’s licence or insurance when ordered to do so, fined $500 and assessed a victim surcharge of $75.

In Provincial Court on March 27: Edward J. Desjarlais was found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking or recognizance and failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to 13 days in jail to be served on an intermittent basis, placed on probation until the expiration of the jail sentence and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Shane J.L. Howard was found guilty of theft of property with a value less than $5,000, sentenced to two days in jail, placed on probation for 12 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100. Howard was also found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to 10 days in jail, placed on probation for 12 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Ernie Jakesta was found guilty of mischief, sentenced to 79 days in jail, placed on probation for 12 months and assessed a victim surcharge of $100.

Jordan A. Lalonde was found guilty of break and enter, sentenced to 112 days in jail and placed on probation for one year.

Lalonde was also found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, sentenced to 30 days in jail and placed on probation for one year.

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City snow report cost $131,000 - Skakun peeved Bill Phillips editor@pgfreepress.com The city sent $131,000 to Washington, D.C. to find out what went wrong with last year’s snow removal.

Coun. Brian Skakun says that is what the city paid to American-based Mercury Associates to examine what went wrong with the city’s snow removal services last winter.

“As you can imagine when I saw the bill come in I was not happy for a number of reasons,” Skakun posted on his Facebook page. “The two things that really get me is that the city originally said that peoples expectations were too high re-

garding snow removal and not much had changed and the fact we had to spend that much money from a company based in the U.S. to tell us how to remove snow and run our fleet.”

Mercury Associates presented its report to council last month with 46 recommendations.

At council Monday, Skakun said the report does have value, but questioned the cost of the report.

“That amount is obscene,” he said. “That’s a lot of money to pay to have someone come in from the outside.”

Coun. Frank Everitt said council will likely debate, at a later date, the value of the Mercury Associates report. However, no one else on council questioned the $131,000 price tag.

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For the record Our story New Restaurant, Free Press, August 15, 2014 requires correcting.

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The Prince George Fire Centre has been busiest of the six fire centres in the province with 372 of the province’s 1,242 wildfires, to date. Province-wide those fires have burned 311,996 hectares of forest; in the Prince George Fire Centre area 174,115 hectares have burned.

• The China Nose fire, 15 kilometres southeast of Houston, in the Northwest Fire Centre region, is now at 3,700 hectares.

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this park visit: www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/ parkpgs/kluskoil_lk/ Firefighters continue to action hotspots, mop-up and patrol.

On July 21, the Evacuation Order for the Kluskus Indian Reserve has been rescinded to an Evacuation Alert, as agreed upon by the band council. The 4000 road is now open.

• The Forres Mountain fire, 50 kilometres northwest of Williston Lake, is 26,681 hectares in size and is only 15 per cent contained.

Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Peace River Regional District has issued an evacuation alert for rural residents in the area west of Williston Lake and west of Finlay River, to Ingenika Arm, west following Ingenika River, north to Tucha Lake and northeast to where Akie River meets the Finlay River. Visit www.prrd.bc.ca for more information.

• The Stack Creek fire, 37 kilometres east of Mackenzie and 10 kilometres from Powder King Ski Resort, is now at 1,500 hectares in size and zero per cent contained.

• The second largest fire in the north, at 63,269 hectares, is the Tenakihi-Mesilinka complex fire, 50 kilometres west of Williston Lake. The fire is 30 per cent contained.

The Prince George Fire Centre has expanded the area restriction for the forested area around the Tenakihi-Mesilinka fire, effective at 7 p.m. Pacific Time on Sunday, August 17.

This complex fire is located 170 kilometres northwest of Mackenzie on the west side of Williston Lake. During the Order of Restricted Access, no one may remain in or enter the area designated as a restricted area by the order, unless the person: 1. First receives written authorization from a Wildfire Management Branch official.

2. Enters the area only in the course of travelling to and from his or her residence.

This restriction applies from the 11-kilometre mark on the Thutade Forest Service Road north to the 26-kilometre marker. The restriction covers East Mainline beyond the 12-kilometre marker and West Mainline beyond the 5-kilometre marker.

• The Tommy Lake fire, 60 kilometres northeast of Pink Mountain, is 3,800 hectares in size and zero per cent contained.

• The largest fire in the North is the Chelaslie River fire at 113,876 hectares. It is located seven kilometres south of the Chelaslie River, south of Burns Lake, in the Northwest Fire Centre area.

An Evacuation Alert was issued by Regional District of BulkleyNechako effective August 6, at 1700 hours from Intata Reach to the southern border of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako at Red Road to Erhorn Creek including all the land between the west 7> ÌÊÌ Ê > iÊÌ iÊ i> Ì ÞÊV Vi]ÊÌ i and east banks of the i>ÃÞÊV Vi¶ }Ê ÀÊ9 ÕÀÊ vit Ò] Nechako Reservoir >ÊvÕ ]Ê iÝ«i à Ûi]Êv ÕÀ ÃiÃÃ Ê i> Ì Þ to Erhorn Creek. For more information, V }ÊV >ÃÃ]Ê ÃÊV }ÊÌ ÊÞ ÕÀÊV Õ ÌÞ° please see: www.rdbn.

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Deadline for comments today Bill Phillips editor@pgfreepress.com As the old saying goes, the devil is in the details.

Earlier this year Victoria brought in the most significant changes to the Agricultural Land Commission since it was created 40 years ago. Those changes included breaking the province into two zones with Zone 2, which includes Prince George, being required to consider economic, cultural and social values when determining whether land can be removed from the I made the ALR. commitment that I While the broad would ask the public. changes were made - Norm Letnick in the spring, the details are being ironed out now.

Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick was in Prince George on Aug. 14 as part of a provincewide tour gathering input on how to write those details into policy.

“Regulations are usually done via cabinet,” Letnick said. “I made the commitment that I would ask the public.”

Hence the tour meeting with ranchers, farmers and other interested in formulating how the Agricultural Land Commission will operate under its new mandate. Ministry staff is also touring the province gathering input. Letnick says he and his staff will compile the input and bring an updated set of regulations to cabinet before the end of the fall session.

Part of the information gathering is an 11-question online survey that anyone can respond to.

The questions tackle issues such as allowable on-farm food storage, packaging, processing and retail establishments.

Currently the Regulation states that food storage, packing, product preparation, and food processing are permitted if at least 50 per cent of the product is from the farm or is feed required for the farm. Retail sales are permitted if at least 50 per cent of the retail sales area is used to sell products from the farm. Respondents are asked if they are in favour revising those parameters, i.e. changing the percentages.

In addition, wineries and cideries are now allowed on ALR land without application to the ALC, so long as a prescribed percentage of the agricultural product used to produce the final product comes from either the farm on which the winery/cidery sits, or another B.C. farm. The province is looking at extending the same provisions and conditions to breweries, distilleries and meaderies.

Respondents are asked whether they support allowing anaerobic digesters in the ALR, if the material used is generated from farming activities.

Respondents are also asked whether they support expanding the parameters for allowing nonagriculture-related businesses to operate on ALR land, with particular attention to ancillary oil and gas services.

There are also questions about how, and if, ALR land should be subdivided, leased, and how to define agri-tourism.

The deadline for submissions is Friday, August 22. You can take the survey at http://engage.gov. bc.ca/landreserve/

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Regular Council Meeting Monday, August 25, 2014 – Council Chambers – 6:00 p.m.

The Prince George Aquatic Centre will be CLOSED from September 2nd to October 5th for Annual Maintenance.

The Prince George Aquatic Centre will re-open on Monday, October 6th at 6:15am.

The Four Seasons Leisure Pool will have extended hours during this time.

COUNCIL, COUNCIL COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS, AND BOARDS MEETINGS Standing Committee on Finance and Audit Monday, August 25 – 2nd Floor Conference Room – 12:00 p.m.

Advisory Committee on Development Design Wednesday, August 27 – 2nd Floor Conference Room – 12:00 p.m.

2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTION Nomination Packages Nomination packages will be available for pickup on the 5th floor of City Hall starting on Friday, August 22nd at 8:30 a.m. Completed nomination packages can be filed with the Chief Election Officer at City Hall during regular hours starting 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 30th until 4:00 p.m. Friday, October 10th.

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myPG SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT GRANTS 2014 grants focus on preparing for the Games Application forms for the second intake of the City’s 2014 myPG Social Development Fund are now available. The Program’s priorities continue to include a safe environment, cultural richness, and civic pride but a special focus has been added to help prepare the Community for the upcoming Canada Winter Games.

Groups are encouraged to submit proposals on how they would like to celebrate, enhance or prepare the community for the approaching Canada Winter Games.

Application deadline September 30, 2014

City Hall Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Information and application forms are available on line at princegeorge.ca/cityhall/grants.

Application to Work the Election

2015 grant process input

The City of Prince George is currently accepting applications for residents interested in working for the 2014 Local Election on General Voting Day and Advance Voting Days. If you are interested in working for the 2014 Election, please complete and submit an application form no later than September 12, 2014.

The applications for the 2015 myPG Social Development Fund will be available in the fall. To help improve this future process, the Adjudication Committee is seeking the public’s input on how the 2014 process could be revised or addressed to best serve the community next year. Topics may include but are not limited to: promotion of the grant, deadlines, ease of understanding the forms or criteria, what can be improved and what is working well.

Applications are available at http://www.princegeorge.ca or may be picked up at City Hall, 5th Floor, 1100 Patricia Boulevard. For further information or to request to have an application form mailed to you, please call 250-561-7602.

Please note that successful applicants will be required to attend a training session that corresponds to their assigned role.

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The Committee continues to hone the process to ensure it is simple, accountable and best serves the community’s needs.

Please submit comments to dhofstede@city.pg.bc.ca or mail information to 1100 Patricia Blvd V2L 3V9 by September 15, 2014

August Pool Availability The Prince George Aquatic Centre will have alternate main pool availability August 21-23 while we host the BC Synchro Team. Please visit www.princegeorge.ca for details.

INVITATION TO BID Invitation to Tender: T14-38 Security Services - Prince George Civic Centre Closing Date: September 10, 2014

T14-39 Kin 1, Landscaping & Irrigation Services Closing Date: September 2nd, 2014 P14-20 Employee Family Assistance Program Closing Date: September 18, 2014 P14-22 WWTP Upgrades - Primary Sedimentation Tanks Closing Date: September 30, 2014 For information concerning City of Prince George bidding opportunities please visit BC Bid at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca

JOB POSTINGS Engineering Technician (#14/065) – Full Time Engineering Services Closing Date: August 22, 2014 Engineering Assistant (#14/066) – Full Time Engineering Services Closing Date: August 22, 2014 Engineering Assistant (#14/067) – Full Time Utility Plants Closing Date: August 22, 2014 Property Agent 2 (#14/071) – Full Time Real Estate Services Closing Date: Sept 26, 2014 Supervisor , Public Works Admin (#14/072) – Full Time Public Works Closing Date: August 22, 2014 Heavy Duty Foreman (#14/073) – Full Time Roads and Fleet Services Closing Date: August 22, 2014 Cleaner (#14/076) – Irregular Part Time CN Centre Closing Date: Sept 05, 2014 Certified Mechanic - Heavy Duty (#14/077) – Full Time Roads and Fleet Services Closing Date: August 29, 2014 For more information on these positions, and other job opportunities with the City of Prince George, please visit www.princegeorge.ca

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Putting site safety first TransCanada funds safety officer program at UNBC Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com More heavy industry in northern B.C. – be it LNG, mining, forestry or others – means more people working, and a demand for more people to make sure they’re working safely.

That’s a demand the University of Northern B.C. is working to fill, and they’re doing it over the next few months with help from TransCanada Corporation’s Prince Rupert Gas Transmission project.

On Tuesday, the school and the company announced an Occupational Health and Safety Officer training course would be funded by $82,500 from TransCanada, allowing 24 students to obtain their certification.

Acting UNBC president Mark Dale said it was a win-win situation.

“It’s money for students, it’s money for education, it’s money for safety.

“With the increased demand for skilled workers in the natural resource sector, ongoing support from industry is important to allow us to train them.”

TransCanada safety manager Dale O’Dwyer also emphasized the

importance of schools and industry working together.

“It is important to build a strong skilled workforce in northern B.C to fill the demand in many industries. Health and safety officers are important to our industry because they make sure workers get home safely every day.”

Sherry Earles, who took the same course earlier this year, said it provided her a lot of information.

“I was lucky when I became unemployed that I had the time and money to get into a course like this. I already had my CSO (Construction Safety Officer) and NCSO (National CSO), so this seemed like a natural progression.”

She said the course provided a lot of value, as well as having residual effects.

“I took great value from the speakers who were brought in, as well as the site tours we did.

“It also helped me with knowing where to go to get information if someone on a site asked me a question I didn’t know the answer to.”

Brian Brown designed the curriculum for the course and is the instructor. He says the first group was on a pilot project, and that the course has been upgraded for the next group.

Allan WISHART/Free Press TransCanada Corporation’s safety manager Dale O’Dwyer, right, helps UNBC acting president Mark Dale on with a safety vest after an announcement Wednesday that the company was paying the costs to have 24 students take an Occupational Health and Safety Officer course at the school.

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Last year he got 2.5 per cent.

This year, not so much.

Coun. Albert Koehler’s push to have council cap the 2015 tax rate increase at 1.5 per cent fell short Monday night.

Last year Koehler had made the same motion and after considerable debate, council agreed to cap the tax increase at 2.5 per cent, rather than the 1.5 per cent Koehler was seeking. “One-point-five per cent is a good number to shoot at,� Koehler told council Monday. “It’s not about paying taxes, it’s about capping the increase of the tax rate.�

Koehler said he understands the need to maintain roads, deal with snow removal, maintain the city’s infrastructure, but with city taxes having increased 50 per cent over the past 12 years, it’s time to keep a lid on the increases, he said. “It’s clear many taxpayers are experiencing tax fatigue,� he said.

Perhaps having gone through a capped budget process last year was enough for the rest of council, who weren’t quite as supportive. “If we would have gone at the 1.5 per cent requested last year, that would have wiped out all the sidewalk work

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Coun. Lyn Hall said council setting a proposed rate increase going into budget talks is too limiting for council. “When you do something like this, it puts you in a box,� said Hall. “When you’re in a box, it can really kill the debate.�

Hall, supported by Mayor Shari Green, suggested that city staff look at preparing the city budget two ways, the normal way with a limit on any proposed tax rate increase and a second way, with a 1.5 per cent tax increase. “I would like to see what a 1.5 tax rate increase looks like,� said Green.

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Pets and guns Living in a rural area sometimes comes with its own set dogs in the area. of rules.

On Saturday, police say a 79-year-old male was arrested Or at least that’s what some think. and charged with careless use of a firearm and uttering A video was making the rounds on the social media threats. Two firearms were seized and the accused was resights last week, posted by Pineview resident Jack Childs. leased on a promise to appear for court in October. Further In the video an irate dog owner is confrontcharges are possible. ing someone for shooting his dog. The dog I’m not sure where the dog owner who conowner even admits that in the country unruly fronted the rifle-toting senior was brave or studogs can, and do get shot, but he is upset pid. Most likely, he was just really, really angry. because all the dog did was wander into the And who wouldn’t be. other man’s yard.

The issue does highlight a misconception As one can expect, the exchange gets very, about rural living, that you can up and plug a very heated. The dog owner tells the man he dog that wanders into your yard because, heck, has a wife and a nine-year-old girl at home “we live in the country and that’s the law out bawling their eyes out because the family pet here.” is dead. And chastises the man for apparently Well, it isn’t. Not even close. The same laws yelling at the man’s wife and daughter: “I shot apply whether you live in town or in the rural your @#$##@#$#!! dog.”

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The shooter is not only adamant that he has Simply put, you can’t shoot a dog or cat that BILLPHILLIPS the right to shoot the dog, but seems somewanders into your yard. what proud of the fact that he shot the dog.

The exception, of course, is if you, or someone else, is beIn the video you cannot see either of the two men, until ing threatened by the animal and, in this case, it sounds like the very end when the dog owner, who was obviously the shooter was just annoyed by the dog, not threatened. recording the conversation on his cellphone, walks away.

The other exception is that livestock owners can shoot Then we see that the elderly man he accuses of shooting his dogs chasing their livestock … and even that law is now bedog, and who admits to doing so, was standing there, rifle ing challenged in court. in hand, during the couple-minute-long yelling match.

The simple message here is if you don’t like your neighThe video was likely what the police needed to re-open bour’s dog wandering into your yard, talk to your neighan investigation into the use of a firearm to kill on dog on bour about it. The other message here, even in the country Inga Road in Pineview. There have been posts in social mewhere dogs are more likely to be allowed to run free, dog dia over the past year or so of a man in a scooter shooting owners are responsible for their dogs.

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Daytime running lights means having them on in the daytime It never fails.

It was at the intersection of 15th Avenue and Ospika BouSome drivers seem to be governed by the clock when it levard. Eastbound traffic on 15th quite often wants to turn comes to how they do things. right onto Ospika, and quite frequently finds itself unable Case in point: Monday afternoon, just before 4 p.m., to because the driver in the through curb lane is about four I’m northbound on the Bypass and come feet off the lane line, meaning there’s no way the to the lights at 15th Avenue. It’s pouring people wanting to turn can get by. rain, my wipers are going full speed and That’s the more common scenario, but I saw still not keeping up, the skies are very the opposite as well, where a vehicle wanting dark. to make the right turn was about five feet away And I look across the intersection and sort from the curb, thereby blocking the through of see a vehicle there – without its lights on. traffic.

The rain is almost a solid sheet, the skies • Showing once again the sheer stupidity of are a very dark grey, but I’m guessing the some Hollywood ‘stars’, Rob Schneider tweeted driver of the vehicle thought (using the last week that Robin Williams’ suicide was due term very loosely): “It’s only 4 p.m., it’s way to medication he was taking for Parkinson’s too early to have my lights on.”

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It’s never too early to have your lights on ALLAN’S AMBLINGS I’m not sure which medical school ‘Doctor’ if it makes things safer.

ALLANWISHART Schneider got his degree from, but it should be • One thing I’ve noted before is drivers revoked immediately. My father had Parkinson’s who block lanes when they don’t need to. I saw it hapfor more than 20 years, and died a natural death. Michael pen twice at the same intersection on the same day, but it J. Fox has been battling Parkinson’s for many years, and is wasn’t the same problem. still going strong.

It’s high time media starting insisting on knowing what qualifications celebrities have before blithely reporting their stupid comments which serve only to get their names out in public again, sine there are probably very few people who could name a single good movie Schneider was ever in.

• There are one-hit wonders in music and then there are artists who have one song which people seem to use to identify them.

An example of the first would be Toni Basil, whose only hit was Mickey. An example of the second, I have found, is Canada’s own Corey Hart.

Just for fun, I sometimes ask people what song they think of when I name an artist. A lot of times, you get a variety of answers.

Not with Corey Hart. I started keeping track. Of the 10 people I asked, nine of them said Sunglasses at Night. The last one said Never Surrender, but admitted they had just heard it on the radio the day before.

He’s had nine songs make the Billboard charts, but most people think of one of them.

I just find that kind of weird.

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The new environmentalists?

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re First Nations governments the new environmental movement? Or more, appropriately; are they the environmental voice that governments will actually listen to?

For years, First Nations leadership has been the only government body that pays more than lip service to environmental issues. From logging issues in the 1990s to pipeline issues and the Mount Polley mine disaster today, First Nations have long espoused that protecting the land is paramount to them, as it should be to all governments.

However, it wasn’t until the Tsilhqot’in Supreme Court ruling that governments sat up and took notice.

One of the first things the province government did after the Mount Polley tailings pond breach was rush out and sign a memorandum of understanding with the Williams Lake Indian Band and the Soda Creek Indian Band to “work in partnership to address all aspects of the breach.”

The Tsilhqot’in ruling is forcing governments to listen to First Nations concerns and, by default, environmental concerns.

Our governments take great delight in belittling groups such as Greenpeace, the Sierra Club, Suzuki Foundation, Sea to Sands, etc. In fact, they delight in vilifying anyone associated with these groups.

First Nations leadership in this province has, in many instances, walked hand-in-hand with these same groups and governments are now, much to their chagrin we suspect, being forced to not only smile and nod at, but act on, the environmental concerns being raised by First Nations.

Hell Yeah, a real challenge

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ith the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge sweeping the city and the nation, another challenge has been launched that isn’t quite as chilly but does require some action.

Prince George Chamber of Commerce director Dorothy Friesen, who is a member of the Hell Yeah Prince George Facebook group, challenged every member of the group to get out and vote in this year’s municipal election.

So let’s put things in perspective: In the 2011 civic election, 15,266 people voted in Prince George. That’s 28.8 per cent of eligible voters.

As of Wednesday, there were 15,806 members of the Hell Yeah Facebook group. If every member of that group, which is dedicated to promoting the positive aspects of the city, voted this fall, voter turnout would increase.

Granted, not all the members of that group live in Prince George … but they should vote wherever they are. The ones in Prince George should get out and vote. It would still increase voter turnout.

While it’s nice to post nice comments about Prince George on Facebook, do something truly beneficial for the city … get out and vote.

Cycle of the seasons As we slide into the latter part of August the end of sumeffort, be it meagre or fulsome, are deeply satisfying to mer rudely comes into view. There is still some summer to gardeners. look forward to and the lovely months of September and For those of us who enjoy our food, we are treated to fresh October are yet to come. full-bodied flavourful vegetables. The produce available One of the first reminders are the ever earlier back-tofrom the our gardens, friend’s gardens or the farmers market school advertisements prompting the sale of school-related has rich and satisfying taste which outshine the flavour of needs from this year’s fashion favourites to the more parvegetables which have traveled many days over hundreds or ticular items such as pens, pencil and paper. The thousands of kilometres. There is just nothing cost of getting ready for the upcoming scholaselse with which it can compare. tic year depends on the size of the family and While it is not as common, or such a necessity the age of the students. At the least it is a buying as it was decades ago, there are many who spend spree ranging from one that puts a dent in the a lot of time in hot kitchens preparing and family budget to one that makes one wonder if a preserving fruits and vegetables either grown by second mortgage on the house may be necesthemselves or brought in from nearby, to enjoy sary. in the future. Like cooking, everyone doing so Students begin looking forward to the start of has their own special way of doing things. There the school year. They have had the freedom of are thousands of different recipes for pickled summer with probably some vacation thrown beets, each with its own special characteristics. in. As much fun as that is for them, they still What applies to beets is repeated over and over ONSIDE look forward to seeing friends and classmates with other fruit and produce. No matter if you VICBOWMAN do just a little or you do enough to sustain a who they have not seen in some time. There are experiences to be shared, new friends to meet family of 10 over the winter, it is special to bring and the time to size up the new teachers. It is a time, perhaps what you have preserved to the table in the middle of winter. too rare, where students look forward to getting up in the The seasons change with predictable regularity and each morning and heading off to school. season has its unique character. There is nothing we can do That will be the experience of students in other parts of about that except make the present the best time of the year. the country but it may not be for students in British ColumThere are still some hot summer days to come and we can bia. From the latest news reports, they may have a delay in look forward to the glorious and colourful days of autumn. starting their year. That will be sad for them.

Winter will arrive in time and we can look forward to fun On the bright side, the bounty of the growing season is in the outdoors. For those less athletic, keep in mind hot arrayed in front of us. For those who have vegetable gardens, chocolate would not have been invented without winter. this is the climax of their efforts of the last several months.

Spring will arrive to be followed by the hot days of summer They can anticipate many hours and days in the labour of and the cycle will once again be complete. It is kind of neat love, which so many gardeners have. The results of their the way that happens.

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Editor: I see from the Free Press of July 4 that our provincial government has arrived at an inexpensive way to cope with speeding on our highways.

Transportation Minister Todd Stone has explained that limits are being raised where traffic studies show the vast majority of traffic is already going faster than the posted limit.

Let us expect to see this solution applied to other fields where legal limits are exceeded. For instance, when Prince George’s air pollution breaches safe standards, let us raise those “safe limits.” If our water should be tainted with heavy metals or other poisons, let us, likewise, raise those limits to make ourselves “safe.” Well, that is ridiculous.

Rather than tailor our traffic laws to those who break them, why not set reasonable speed limits, set by traffic experts, then enforce them with appropriate penalties?

What do we teach our children about respect for the law when we break speed laws before their eyes?

James Loughery Prince George

Want to change the world? Be more outgoing Editor: It’s time to take a stand and talk to different faces.

Just take it from me. There were periods when I felt ostracized around other people.

At school, I gained friends and embraced the social atmosphere with an open heart, but then I began to lose them and land back into what I believed was exile. It occurred to me that I was friendless.

But that wasn’t the problem, since I could easily start conversations with others, use confident body language, and engage in small talk if I really wanted to. The real problem was both feeling too afraid to talk, and that other was unable to talk to me. The media, some leaders, clubs and people in general teach us to bunch into cliques, ex-

cluding a lot of vulnerable people, promoting the comfort of a tight group.

This must change.

What we all should learn is how to have the courage within us to chat to more distinct individuals, people who don’t talk much, souls you would rather push away than be near, and those whom you might think are weird or strange. See that kid at a group who suffers from mood swings?

Instead of gossiping behind their back, ask them what their favourite hobbies are. Notice your cousin looking down at their feet often at family gatherings? Greet them with a warm compliment.

Still, I have an unfortunate tendency to not gaze into others’ eyes at the right moment and am hesitant to start conversations.

I can’t exactly define the cause – it might be traumatic experiences from past relationships, lack of an early social skill education, a disability, or simple nervousness. But I’m not afraid to admit that not enough of us are willing to reach out, possibly saving lives. Talking more openly and actually being heard can, according to wide research, reduce stress, promote longevity, and increase happiness for others and yourself.

They’re literally changing the world, and rest assured, you don’t have to abandon your friends either.

But why don’t more practice it? I think it might be because not enough of us question. In other words, I believe if more of us developed knowledge-seeking attitudes, we may, in turn, search for more people to con-

verse with, not only seeing them as landfills of information, but people to banter with and share a laugh. From my own experience, wanting to know more has inspired me to think about getting to know people better.

Eventually, I realized that I was transforming myself into a powerless victim instead of choosing to heroically seize the day. Although it’s not longer the beginning of the year, I’ve come up with a new resolution; talk to everyone more, not matter how afraid or uncertain or rejected I feel, rebelling against what I’ve been told and, most importantly, what I’ve made myself believe.

Hopefully it will become one of yours too.

Tiana Clark Prince George

Gov’t. ignores environmental responsibility Editor: What we are witnessing with the Mount Polley mine collapse is a disaster on more levels than I have words in this letter to outline, but, suffice it to say, despite Christy Clark and Bill Bennett blowing off the public’s water quality and fish safety concerns, this tailings pond collapse was utterly catastrophic.

Polley Lake remains closed to the public and mercury, arsenic and other toxins poured directly into the public watersheds, including one of the two major salmon runs of the province, and the world. Mount Polley was for the most part, a self-regulated mine; in fact, according to the mining industry standards it was not far off being certified as a sustainable mine (mining association TSM certification program).

Who better to ensure such mines are operating properly than a government who is supposed to be minding the interests of the public?

Clearly neither government (provincial nor federal) is doing so here; what seems most problematic in the Mount Polley situation is both levels of government’s handing over

the regulating responsibilities to companies operating in the marketplace to self-regulate. Here then is an example of governments doing away with supposed “bureaucratic red tape.” Who better than a properly functioning (and regulating/ enforcing) government to oversee mining operations like Mount Polley on behalf of the public, never mind the whole myriad of other industrial projects lined up like LNG, bitumen pipelines, etc., etc.…)?

Local First Nations certainly seem to be stepping up to the plate, much to their credit. Maybe they will be able to continue to safeguard watersheds for the whole of the public but it hardly seems fair to them to be saddled with this massive responsibility on behalf of the whole of the public who enjoy the benefits of Canada‘s incredible natural environment.

After all, regardless of our background and political persuasion, we all depend on uncontaminated water to drink and many of us enjoy activities like fishing and eating fish.

Maybe there is some body out there better positioned than government to oversee all of these industrial projects and potential threats to our watersheds and collective

spaces, but it does not seem practicable that we as private citizens are going to be able to pull this off without some representative of the common good, which in a properly functioning world, could actually be the government: a government by the people, for the people.

Alas, at both the federal and provincial levels right now, we have governments by the corporations, for the corporations.

And the truth is: these corporations are foremost about their own profits, not the common good (granted there are some good people working for these companies, but their job is not to ensure public safety and environmental protection).

The underlying problem right now – and it is a grave and dangerous one for the common good – is the kind of governments we currently have at both the federal and provincial level, government’s that have washed their hands of the responsibility of minding the common good when it comes to these industrial projects.

Mary MacDonald Prince George

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TERESA MALLAM | 250.564.0005 | arts@pgfreepress.com | www.pgfreepress.com GET THE BLUES Doveys Blues News & More is excited to host the winners of the 2012 Maple Blues Award, Sabrina Weeks & Mike Hilliard, who will be performing blues and swing music on August 23, at 425 Brunswick St. Showtime is 8 p.m.

BREAKFAST The Prince George Farmers’ Market Association and the Downtown Market Fair have partnered with Canfor in coordinating the Canfor free community breakfast on August 23 between the IMSS Downtown Fair at City Hall and the YearRound Prince George Farmers’ Market on Sixth Avenue. The free community breakfast will be served by newly crowned Iron Ore Chef Ryan Cyre of the White Goose Bistro.

Breakfast starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 11 a.m.

George Street will be closed from the Delorne building to Queensway.

MARKET FAIR The Downtown Market Fair is an outdoor European style market with no boundaries and open to everyone. The Downtown Market Fair will take place on City Hall lawn on August 23 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and will include art and craft from all over the world, the best homebased businesses, ethnic food, and many talented local and ethnic musicians and performers.

YOGA FESTIVAL Prince George is holding a Yoga Festival on Aug. 24 with events running at Fort George Park and at Chinook Yoga, 320 Vancouver St. Yoga teachers from across northern B.C. will be here to hold a series of one-hour free classes.

Among the classes offered are yoga for runners, family yoga, sun salutations, yoga for athletes, mom and baby yoga, and many more. The classes are free, but pre-registration is advised. You can register for a specific class and time by calling Chinook Yoga at 250-564-YOGA (9642) or going to chinookyoga. com. There will be a grand finale and celebration at Fort George Park at 3 p.m., including the forming of a human mandala.

Teresa MALLAM/Free Press Artist Erica Dissler Hawkes ponders her work, Suited Thinker. Hawkes’ new show, A Take of Two Styles, is now open at the Groop Gallery.

Hawkes tells tale of two styles Teresa Mallam arts@pgfreepress.com Her love of art has led her to becoming a fashion designer, a photographer, a book illustrator, an art instructor and a successful gallery artist.

But Erica Dissler Hawkes says it all began in Prince George where she grew up.

Maureen Faulkner, who guided the artist through two years of art classes at PGSS, is “the best art teacher I

had,” says Hawkes. “She was amazing, not only as a teacher but as a friend and I have never forgotten her.”

Hawkes, who now lives in Kelowna, opened her new art show in Prince George, A Tale of Two Styles, at the Groop Gallery on August 21.

“The paintings in the show are a combination of two styles that I am currently working in. Cubist impressionism and Curvism.

“I won my first colouring contest in Grade 1 and was quickly hooked.

When I was 13, my parents paid for me to have oil lessons and of

course art was my favourite subject at school.”

The artist and mother of two young children still has family ties to Prince George with her parents, brother, and twin sister, Lucy, still living here.

Hawkes has always love art and pursued it in many forms including attending fashion design school in Denver, Colorado. She later received her degree in design in Vancouver and also worked as a photographer, portrait artist, book illustrator, art instructor.

She’s now an emerging gallery artist. Despite her forays into other areas of the art world, her heart always belonged with a paintbrush in hand, she said.

“Over the years I have been inspired by many great artists and art movements, most recently I would say the Group of Seven and modern day greats like Min Ma and Renato Muccillo amaze me and push me to learn more and improve my art.”

Hawkes’ new gallery exhibition, A Tale of Two Styles, is now on at Groop Gallery on Third Avenue.

Conmmunity Foundation hands out grants to variety of local groups The Prince George Community Foundation (PGCF) has announced its recipients of the 2014 adjudicated grants (second cycle) at a Grant Award Reception held at The Exploration Place on August 12.

The foundation is celebrating its 19th anniversary this year – and there is lots to celebrate. Through

the generosity of its donors, the PGCF endowment funds are now close to $8.5 million.

Over $33,000 earned income for the adjudicated grants allocated to the following organizations: Arts and Culture: Immigrant and Multicultural Services Society Education: Canadian Paraplegic Association,

Prince George Montessori Education Society, Barkerville Heritage Trust, The Exploration Place, B.C. Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund, Sistema Prince George Environment: International Forestry Students’ Association at UNBC Health: Arthritis Society, Theatre for Living Social Services: B.C.

Schizophrenia Society, Handy Circle Resource Society, Child Development Centre of Prince George and District Sports and Recreation: Canadian Paraplegic Association, Central British Columbia Railway and Forest Industry Museum Society, Prince George Therapeutic Riding Association “We are pleased to recog-

nize that all of these organizations have contributed a great deal to the quality of our community and all of them are supported by very dedicated volunteers.”

For more information on how to provide the opportunity to make a lasting charitable donation to enhance the community, visit the website at www. pgcf.ca.

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“prince” of stage and soap operas Charles Keating died on life and from literary world August 8 at age 72. figures. As Keating was talking, Media reports of his passit was clear he was “holding ing were overshadowed by the court” and in command not deaths of two Holjust of the stage but lywood royals Lauof the audience of ren Becall, 89 and 500 people, so quiet Robin Williams, in their concentra63. To my knowltion you could hear edge, of the three a pin drop. actors only Keating His presentation, ever visited Prince I and I: The Sense of George and so for Self, was, as I said me, there was a in my 2010 column, small connection. a “good topic for an The news of his aging population death in Connecti- TEA WITH TERESA and an audience TERESAMALLAM filled with health cut took me back to his time spent care professionals.” with us one evening in 2010.

I just love quoting myself.

A beloved theatre, film and If only I could think of television actor, Keating loved profound and quotable things literature and had a passion for to say with the same kind of sharing his craft and mentordelicious delivery and self-asing aspiring actors. He came surance that Keating displayed to Prince George first in 1995 that evening. We should all be accompanied by his Another so lucky.

World daytime series co-star Local resident and former Victoria Wyndham (Rachel). registered nurse Barbara King, They did a workshop and put longtime Keating fan turned on a performance of Couplets, friend, was instrumental in all to benefit the PG Playhouse bringing the celebrated actor renovations. to this city both times. For his On his second visit, April part, Keating said in 2010, he 10, 2010, Keating was keynote had “an exceptional visit to speaker for the Dr. Bob Ewert Prince George.”

Memorial Lecture Dinner, a King said Thursday she was fundraiser for the Northern deeply saddened to hear of his Medical Program. passing. She recalls during his It was then that I heard “the talk on aging Keating made voice” for the first time. reference to the Bible’s “the I recall that it was a strong day’s of our years are threescore and ten [70 years].” and confident voice, givAfter saying that, he quipped ing a frank but funny talk. A monologue filled with words of that he still had “a few” to go.

“At the time he was 68,” said wisdom drawn from his own

King, sadly. “I almost wish he hadn’t said that.”

King said she last spoke with Keating in a telephone call in July and she talked with his wife, Mary, just the other day, to offer her condolences.

Keating had been battling lung cancer, he had been in and out of remission a couple of times. But he was in good spirits if just a little stoic when he told King something that will stay with her forever.

“We were talking... then he said, I think in direct reference to (Irish poet) Dylan Thomas’ famous poem known by its first line: Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night. He told me: ‘Maybe it’s time to go gently.’”

Keating gave the Prince George audience words to remember with his insight on life and aging. And while the British Shakespearean actor is most widely known perhaps for his role as villain Carl Hutchings on Another World, in this world he will be remembered by King and others who knew him a little better as a prince of a man who had a passion for acting and performing on stage.

After I spoke with King, I could not resist looking up the words that followed in a poem I should know by heart: “Do not go gentle into that good night Old age should burn and rave at close of day Rage, rage against the dying of the light.”

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Cat spaying and neutering free until end of month One of the province’s most serious animal welfare issues is cat overpopulation, and Prince George is no exception, according to the SPCA. The agency is trying to help alleviate that problem and has funds available in the Prince George “bowl” area to help reduce the area’s homeless cat population – enough to do 141 spay or neuter surgeries – but only through the end of August.

“Last year, 945 cats were rescued by the BC SPCA in Prince George, a much higher intake than other similar B.C. communities,” said Angela McLaren, manager of the BC SPCA’s North Cariboo branch.

Forty-five per cent of those cats were kittens from unwanted litters, while another 45 per cent of incoming cats were adult strays, many of whom

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Thanks to a PetSmart Charities of Canada spay/ neuter fund, 750 surgeries have already been performed, but McLaren and the BC SPCA are hoping the area’s cat lovers will help them spay or neuter as many as they can before the end of August, the deadline due to grant requirements.

With homeless cats being a main focus of the BC SPCA’s five-year Strategic Plan, using every resource possible to help combat the unnecessary suffering of British Columbia’s thousands of abandoned and free-roaming outdoor cats is key, McLaren says.

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Cardiff back for pair of shows So I tried quite a few, I enjoyed the clarinet for a while (he laughs) but thankfully I landed on the guitar.”

Folk, roots singer-songwritHe performed as a er Craig Cardiff plays Nancy singer and guitarist at O’s on August 23. coffee houses and with The 38-year-old artist hails bands in high school. from Waterloo, Ontario and Later on, while studyis known for engaging digital ing at the University vocals and guitar loops. of Waterloo, he played Reached after a few hours solo at local pubs and of negotiating busy Toronto for open mike nights. traffic on Thursday, Cardiff When he lived in told the Free Press he’s looking Wakefield, he bought forward to Prince George and an old farmhouse his third time playing Nancy in Arnprior which O’s. now houses his home For the upcoming date, he studio. Cardiff says the performs two concerts. It was home studio was both a fan who heard him perform a function of wanting here before who arranged for to work on his own him to come back, he said. and “saving the cost of Now he has an ever-growing renting space in somefan base that has reached body else’s recording across Canada and into the U.S. and Europe. His new Singer-songwriter Craig Cradiff is mak- studio.”

Cardiff has already album, Love is Louder, is fast ing his third visit to Nancy O’s for two shows Aug. 23. received lots of recpicking up momentum too. ognition and good reAudiences can expect to views for his songwriting and performing skills. hear tracks from his new CD. He’s also picked up a few nods for his albums.

“I will be showcasing some new songs (literFloods and Fires, released in 2011, garnered ally, hot off the press) and some new material him a Juno award nomination in Roots and Trathat I hope audiences will learn the choruses to ditional Album of the Year: Solo category and so they can sing along,” says Cardiff. he added to that a Canadian Folk Music Awards He enjoys some aspects of touring, like getnomination as Contemporary Singer of the Year. ting to visit larger centres and meeting new and When he’s not touring or recording, or busy interesting people along the way. drawing attention to causes he cares deeply But he gives the impression he could do withabout – here and abroad – Cardiff takes time out the carbon print. to facilitate music workshops at schools, camps “I am so lucky to be able to support myself festivals and churches. through my art – but it does requiring a lot of The P.G. date hasn’t scheduled in a workshop, travelling around,” he said. he said – but maybe next time.

When he tours he also leaves behind his famMeanwhile, his songwriting talent continues ily which includes daughter Rowan, 8, but he’s to attract attention. learned touring is the best way to get his music Closing Time, for example, with its lyrics heard even in this day of digital downloads. “goodnight, go home, there is nothing more Cardiff has been a musician most of his life, to see” was penned to explain for 17-monthhe said. Both parents were school teachers who old Rowan what happens when people die but taught him an important lesson – if not how to the song “took off ” at local radio stations and play every single instrument – in perseverance. became a favourite with DJs wanting to use it as “My mom and dad’s thing was that if you quit their nightly sign off. an instrument, you had to learn the next one.

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His inspiration for new songs usually comes when he least expects it and when he’s not actively looking for it, he says. Thursday he was thinking about the little town of Likely and a gold and copper

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Taking their ‘turn’ on display Wood Turners Guild opens new show at Rustad Galleria Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com Sometimes progress isn’t perfect.

One of Art Betke’s exhibits in Progress in Wood displays this to perfection, as it shows various steps in the creation of a woodturned masterpiece.

Including one broken piece with a little sign attached: “Oops!”

The series is part of the exhibit by the Prince George Wood Turners Guild which opened Thursday evening in the Rustad Galleria at Two Rivers Gallery.

Assistant curator Maeve Hanna says the works run the gamut of complexity.

“Some of them are just the finished products. Some of them have charts with the tuner’s calculations on how big pieces needed to be to fit together.”

She isn’t sure how long it has been since the guild had a show at the gallery, but says this one has been in the works for a while.

“I approached them about a year ago, and asked it they wanted to think about different ways to show their work, rather than just finished pieces.”

Allan WISHART/Free Press Art Betke’s series perfectly demonstrates the theme of Progress in Wood, a new show by the Prince George Wood Turners Guild in the Rustad Galleria at Two Rivers Gallery.

Guild member Ken Turner says there are six members of the guild who submitted works for Progress in Wood.

“There’s about 15 members in the guild, so this is a good representation. I would say most of the works here have been done in

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“The name of the show, Progress in Wood, is about as open-ended as you could want.”

Ron Clemmons, another member of the guild with works in the show, says wood turning went through a period of little growth, but that has changed.

“It was probably around 1980 people started to get interested in it again,” he said.

“That interest leads to new techniques and new tools, so it keeps feeding on itself for growth.”

Hanna says one of the reasons she wanted to have the guild come up with new ways of displaying their works was to make the public more aware of the work involved.

“It’s a matter of recognizing they’re art objects, as well as things you might see in your house that serve a utilitarian purpose.

“We’re hoping people will see wood turning in a different way.”

The guild is keeping busy, with a number of members bringing their wares to different shows in the area, and they’re also hosting a special workshop on Sept. 6 and 7 to get more people interested in the art.

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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO? Does your child love to perform? Do you wish your children could learn about a different culture while having fun? Then Yalenka is for you!

Register Now for Fall 2014!

Fall Registration

Offering Classes for Ages 3 to Adult

• dancing • language classes • cultural activities

RAD Ballet, CDTA Tap, Modern, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, Flamenco and NEW for 2014 - Highland

• Dance classes are for 3 years old and up. We even have an adult class! (no experience required)

10 Week Programs

• All dancers perform at 2 major events (January & June) and numerous events around PG.

Home School Classes

PLACE

• After the $35 family membership fee, lesson fees range from $25-$45/month, depending on age (one of the least expensive dance fees in PG).

562-1612 • www.theexplorationplace.com

• Most costume pieces are provided.

NO REGISTRATION FEE Fall Classes begin Sept 2

You don’t even have to be Ukrainian!

Everyone Welcome!

Registration

Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2014 6:00 - 7:00pm

Yalenka Hall • 933 Patricia Blvd.

For more information:

Liz Debra

250-563-4974 250-964-8877

COLLEGE HEIGHTS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Preschool 30 months - 5 years

THEN

SIGN UP

judydance@shawcable.com 250-563-2902 | 3540 Opie Crescent www.judyrusselldance.com “Northern BC’s Premier Dance Studio since 1979” Northern BC’s premier dance studio since 1979

250-563-2902 3540 Opie Crescent, Prince George BC judydance@shawcable.com | www.judyrusselldance.com

After School Care Music lessons for all ages, stages, and styles Registraton September 3 - 3:30pm to 6:00pm

Give Your Kids the Best

September 2014 - June 2015 Afterschool Care Kindergarten and up at the Exploration Place!

College Heights Community Association offers both morning and afternoon licensed preschool programs for 30 months - 5 year olds. Our Preschool is a play based inclusive program run by ECE Qualified Teachers. Having a blend of teacher and student initiated activities; we provide opportunities for growth in all developmental areas with a wide range of high quality learning experiences in a safe and nurturing environment. We have started registration for September 2014 – June 2015. Limited spaces. For more information call Cheryl at 250-964-2662

Best National Program – Canadian Science Centres Shuttles available from some schools.

Check our website for detailed information.

“NEW” Introduction to Preschool: (30 months - 3.5 years) 1 day a week Parent Participating program $30 per month

Friday AM

9:00 - 10:30 AM

$30/mth

Child must be toilet training and parent/caregiver must do a Parent Helper Duty Day once every 4 - 6 weeks.

www.theexplorationplace.com 250-562-1612

Fall Registration NOW ON!

2 Day a Week Programs: (3-5 years old) Limit 16 per program Parent Participating $75 per month OR Non-Parent Participating $95 per month

Tuesday & Thursday A.M. Monday & Wednesday A.M. Monday & Wednesday P.M. Tuesday & Thursday P.M.

9:00 - 11:00 AM 9:00 - 11:00 AM 12:15 - 2:15 PM 12:15 - 2:15 PM

$75/$95/mth $75/$95/mth $75/$95/mth $75/$95/mth

4 Year Old Only Programs: (Children born in 2010) Limit 16 per program Non-Parent Participating Programs $110 (2 day) OR $150 (3 day) per month

Monday/Wednesday/Friday A.M. 9:00 - 11:30 AM Tuesday & Thursday A.M. 9:00 - 11:30 AM Tuesday & Thursday P.M. 12:15- 2:45 PM

$150/mth $110/mth $110/mth

guitar (*new this year*) • violin • viola cello • Åute • piano • voice music for young children

qualiÄed • professional • personal teachers

All programs located at #105-6500 Southridge Ave.

For more information call Cheryl @ 250-964-2662 REGISTRATION STARTED MARCH 10!

250-564-7467 pgcm@telus.net

3555 Fifth Avenue Prince George, BC

THE

EXPLORATION Science S i C Centre tandand dM Museum Science Centre Museum

PLACE

562-1612 • www.theexplorationplace.com

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Sacred Heart School Making Learning Irresistible!

PLANNING FOR SEPTEMBER??

COME SEE WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!

For over 65 years Sacred Heart School has nurtured and educated thousands of young people in our community. Our vision is to form exceptional leaders with Jesus as our model.

We offer quality education as well as French from Kindergarten to Grade 7. We provide many extra-curricular activities including sports, choir, drama, Kids Helping Kids, and a wide variety of experiential learning activities like skiing, skating, and swimming. We welcome all families of diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Friday, August 22, 2014

PG’s Art Council Preschool Registration

Learn English for

for the 2014-2015 School Year for children 3-5 years is now open!

Language Instructions for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

The Pre-School of the Arts is an ECE licensed facility run by your Community Arts Council and operated by experienced licensed Early Childhood Educators. We are offer creative learning opportunities in a unique preschool program. It is a creative environment designed and equipped for a child’s exploration! We accept government subsidy.

Applying for Canadian Citizenship?

Get your certificate or report card required for proof of language here!

Part-time Language Training:

M-W-F Morning

> Basic to high intermediate English

Time: 8:45-11:15am Cost: $160/month per child

> English for the Workplace > Learn functional English through

T-T Morning

interactive lessons, fieldtrips and

Time: 8:45-11:15am Cost: $130/month per child

guest speakers > Classes are delivered by qualified TESL Canada certified instructors

For further information please contact us at

FREE licensed child minding on-site Transportation subsidies available

250-563-2880 or e-mail us at: info@studio2880.com

Make an appointment NOW for Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test For more information or to register: Phone: (250) 562-2900 E-mail: elsa.imss@shawcable.com

If you want to give your child an irresistible educational experience, call us today. Limited space available. Visit our website at shspg.com

Immigrant and Multicultural Services Society of Prince George 1270 2nd Ave. Prince George, BC www.imss.ca

For more information: Please call our principal Rebecca Gilbert 785 Patricia Blvd Tel: (250) 563-5201

www.shspg.com Sacred Heart School established 1949

Find us on the web: www.studio2880.com

CNC CONTINUING EDUCATION Are YOU Connected Yet?

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT: Post Diploma in Human Resource Management Sep 4/14 *Runs both Full-Time & Part-Time (costs vary accordingly) Bookkeeping Certi¿cate Sep 15/14 $337-$369/course Computer Basics Sep 30/14 $295 Management Skills for Supervisors: Part 1 Oct 14/14 $549 Microsoft Excel Level 1 Oct 21/14 $295

Breath Therapy Sep 23/14 $95 +GST (10 session punch card) Energy Medicine Level 1 Sep 25/14 $149 +GST

Certi¿ed Life Skills Coach Training Oct 24/14 $2495

Photography–The Next Level Oct 8/14 $395

TRADES & TECHNOLOGY:

Intro to Guitar Oct 16/14 $149 +GST Beer Making 101 Oct 17/14 $149 +GST For the Kids: Babysitting Course Oct 24/14 $59 +GST HEALTH CARE:

GENERAL INTEREST: Wine Making 101 Sep 19/14 $149 +GST

Nursing Unit Clerk Oct 7/14 $4310

Medical Terminology Sep 22/14 $495

Introduction to Forklift Operations Sep 27/14 $495 Forklift Operator Certi¿cation / Recerti¿cation Oct 4/14 $295 Scaffold Awareness & Inspection Oct 9/14 $195 Electrical Field Safety Representative (FSR) Oct 14/14 $699

Con¿ned Space Awareness Oct 20/14 $85 Fall Protection Oct 21/14 $85 Review for Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Red Seal Exam Oct 27/14 $1495 *All CE Courses are subject to an additional tech fee. *All course dates listed are start dates only. *Registration recommended 2 weeks before the start date. *For all our 2014-15 course offerings visit our website at www.cnc.bc.ca/ce

Dental Of¿ce Receptionist Sep 29/14 $695

Continuing Education 250.561.5801 www.cnc.bc.ca/ce

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BC Cancer Foundation 1215 Lethbridge Street Prince George, BC V2N 7E9 Please include your name and mailing address for the tax receipt, the name of the person you’re remembering and the name and address of person to notify.

250.645.7300 ext. 687469

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AGM for Navy Leauge of Canada P.G. branch will be held Sept 18 2014, 6:30 at Connaught youth center for info call 250-564-5642 or email- nl.pg.branch@gmail.com

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Do you think you may have a problem with Alcohol? Alcohol Anonymous, Box 1257, Prince George, BC V2L 4V5 Call 250-564-7550

(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.

Man-to-Man Full body stress relief given by a dark. tanned muscular male model. In calls Men only 250.617.1934

MEET SINGLES right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 1-800-712-9851.

Travel

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Travel FOY SPA RV Resort has more winter fun for less! Hot mineral springs, events, activities, fitness, entertainment, Canadian friends in southern California foyspa.com, or call 888-800-0772.

RV OWNERS, winter vacation in Arizona. $999.99 three month rental special, large RV lots, activities, entertainment, Pet Friendly. Buy a lot for $49,995. vds@robertsresorts .com or call 480-363-2087.

Employment 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

PREQUALIFICATION FOR GENERAL CONTACTORS KETSO YOH MEN’S SHELTER, PRINCE GEORGE General Contractors are requested to submit credentials using CCDC 11.

Project is two storeys plus partial basement, 16,235sf, wood frame.

Contact Anthony Boni, Boni-Maddison Architects at 604-688-5894 ext.111 or anthony@bonimaddison.com for requirements.

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

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

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:

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

This is a 12 month continuing position.

Closing date for receipt of applications is August 22, 2014

ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN Facility Services

careers@vankam.com or Fax 604 587-9889 www.vankam.com

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

Van Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Environmental Responsibility.

Personals BODY CARE

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

Inside Sales/ Business Development

M’AKOLA Housing Society, Prince Rupert seeking PROPERTY MANAGER - EXTENDED DEADLINE: Sept 1, 2014.

Terrace office (Muks-Kum-Ol Housing) seeking MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR DEADLINE Sept 9, 2014. VISIT: makola.bc.ca 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!

A detailed description of the position can be viewed at www.sd57.bc.ca (Careers)

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.

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 confidence to: Ron Drillen, General Manager The Prince George Free Press 1773 South Lyon Street V2N 1T3 Fax: 250-562-0025 Email: publisher@pgfreepress.com AberdeenPublishing.com 778-754-5722

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.

Outside Advertising Sales Representative Prince George Free Press

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

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IT WILL GO ON LINE! Do you LOVE your Honda?

Do you LOVE Honda cars?

Please apply, TODAY! www.woodwheatonhonda.ca

Automotive Service Advisor

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 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 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.

AberdeenPublishing.com 778-754-5722

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

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Farm Workers

NOW HIRING

Full Time Sales People

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

APIARY TECHNICIAN Required F/T, Pmt. year round for Sweet Nechako Honey 395 West Fifth Street, Vanderhoof BC V0J 3A0.

Must have 1 year previous experience and be able to drive standard transmission.

Duties; facilitate the operation of beehives to produce honey and related products such as bee pollen, replace Queen Bees and divide colonies when necessary.

Perform maintenance on equipment, especially for extracting. Lead harvest / extracting crew as needed.

Will be able to work varied hours and in varied weather conditions. Must be able to lift 32kg. boxes & withstand bees stings. Wage starting at $16.00/hr. negotiable dependant on experience.

Housing is available!

Send resumes: juanaebis@ sweetnechakohoney.ca

Friday, August 22, 2014

Employment

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Employment

Help Wanted

Help Wanted Steady/PT to vacuum, wipe & wash cars. Apply to Hands on Car Wash, 1956 3rd Ave

Education/Trade Schools

Home Care/Support

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

Education/Trade Schools

Who needs FOODSAFE? In Home • Food Handlers Volunteers • Care Givers

STAY ALIVE & WELL!

FoodSafe Level 1

Classifieds Get Results!

Trades, Technical

August 27, 2014 IMSS Building 1270 2nd Ave.

Sept. 6, 2014 IMSS Building 1270 2nd Ave.

Sept. 24, 2014 IMSS Building 1270 2nd Ave.

Classes Run 8:30–5:00pm

Trades, Technical

Group Rates Available

Diane Rosebrugh & Dick Rosebrugh, B.Ed. Find us on Facebook

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

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

(Trimac)

ABC Foodsafe School

*Professional Housekeeping *Home support *Companionship *Palliative Care

APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

“Professional Care for you, your home and your loved ones”

• Certified Home Study Course • Jobs Registered Across Canada • Gov. Certified www.RMTI.ca / 604.681.5456 or 1.800.665.8339

TRY A CLASSIFIED AD

Home Care/Support

• LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE • REGISTERED NURSE

NURSES, Foot Care Nurses, Care Aides, Home Cleaners Bayshore Home Health is hiring casual, on-call RNs, LPNs, certified care aides and experienced cleaners. If you are: personable; energetic; positive; possess an outstanding work ethic; a passion for superior client service, and a reliable vehicle, pls forward your resume c/w 2 references to hsellors@bayshore.ca.

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

www.abcfoodsafe.com info@abcfoodsafe.com

Fax: 250-563-2572 •

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

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board!

Funding options.

SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

250-563-2585

24/7 • anonymous • confidential • in your language

YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LINE

1-800-680-4264

info@youthagainstviolence.com Stand up. Be heard. Get help.

North America’s Premier Provider www.trimac.com

Tenders

Tenders

INVITATION TO TENDER Three Rivers Co-Housing Society

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PR OGRAM

Where are YOU in the JOB MARKET??

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

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Contract:

Swannell Drive Development, Phase 1

Reference No.

Contract No. 10.01.1

Tenders for the “Swannell Drive Development, Phase 1” Contract will be received by the Owner’s Representative by email up to 14:00h, September 9, 2014, and will be opened at that place and time.

The Contract work involves the construction of off-site works (Part A) and on-site works (Part B). Part A includes the supply and installation of 110m of roadwork and drainage, water distribution and sanitary sewer, and site regrading for a municipal roadway. Part A must be complete by November 15, 2014. Part B includes the supply and installation of site servicing and site regrading for a 15 lot private subdivision connecting to the municipal roadway.

Contract(s) for Parts A and B may be awarded together, separately, or not at all at the sole discretion of the Owner.

Tenders must be submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the Tender package. Tender documents are available in digital format on BC Bid, the BC Construction Association North BidCentral, or directly from the Owner’s Representative. Hard-copy documents in 11x17 format may be purchased directly from the Owner’s Representative on payment of a non-refundable amount of $100.00 plus GST. The Tender package references MMCD documents, which are available separately.

Prospective tenderers are advised the Bid Security shall be a Bid Bond or certified cheque in the amount of 10% of the total Contract Price for Parts A and B, and the Contract security shall be a certified cheque in the amount of 10% of the Contract Price for the portion(s) of the Work awarded.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Owner’s Representative: Mr. Kris Kingston, P. Eng. Kingston & Associates Ltd. Box 609, Smithers, B.C., V0J 2N0 Ph: (250) 847-0081 E-mail: kingston&associates@telus.net

250-649-8733

Medical/Dental

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

Trades, Technical LABOURERS PCL Energy now hiring Labourers with over 2 years of industrial experience for immediate shutdown work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. We offer competitive wages and benefits.

Retention and completion bonuses paid! Send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com or fax: 1-888-398-0725.

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 or email resume: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com

Services

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 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.

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, 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.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Home Improvements Handyman Services Renos: Homes, apartments etc.

Ref avail. Dan 250-613-3991

Home Repairs 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.

Prince George Native Friendship Centre

Landscaping

Marvene Layte, Coordinator

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

250-564-3568-Local 213213 or Email: marvene_layte@pgnfc.com 250-564-3568-Local or Email: mlayte@pgnfc.com

1600 Third Ave, Prince George, BC

Community Newspapers We’re at the heart of things™

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Pets & Livestock

Rentals

Transportation

Livestock

Apartment Furnished

Recreational/Sale

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

Merchandise for Sale

Commercial/ Industrial

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 fish, Cray fish, Stock fish, Maggi and many more.

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 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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

KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs!

Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets.

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 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 1-800668-5422. or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca

Misc. Wanted 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. (privacy assured)

Majestic Management (1981) Ltd. CE • OFFI ERCIAL M • COM IL • RETA Space available for rent For all your rental needs Call 562-8343 or 562-RENT •

24/7 • anonymous • confidential • in your language

YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LINE

If you see a wildfire, report it to

1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cellular networks.

Scrap Car Removal

FREE SCRAP CAR REMOVAL within 15 km

P&R 250-963-3435 Email: prfleet@telus.net

Stand up. Be heard. Get help.

AUTOMOTIVE RECYCLER’S

MEMBER OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOC.

RV Pads

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MONTHLY RV Sites Available October 1, 2014 to April 30, 2015 -$415/ month plus power & taxes. Includes water, sewer, basic cable. Outdoor winter RV storage is also available $75.00/month - no services.

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Prince George Carson Insurance Brokers Ltd - General Division Carson Insurance is currently recruiting for a full-time Receptionist for our Prince George office.

You will be responsible for preforming various administrative duties such as handling incoming calls, booking meetings, data entry and filing.

The successful candidate will be well organized and proficient in using both Microsoft Office as well as switchboard.

Candidates should have one to three years of experience working in an office setting with demonstrated skills in handling walk-in clients and client calls in a professional and courteous manner.

Carson offers an exciting work atmosphere where there is opportunity for personal and professional growth. We offer a competitive compensation package and full employee benefits.

Contact Information: If this opportunity interests you, please submit your resume to: Don Gaboury via email at don.gaboury@carsoninsurance.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

PRINCE GEORGE NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Our People make a difference in the community The Prince George Native Friendship Centre, a visionary non-profit society, has been serving the needs of the entire community for the past 43 years.

We are seeking candidates for the following position within our organization YOUTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES: Aboriginal Training to Employment Workplace Liaison Worker Closing date: September 5, 2014 Aboriginal Career Development Counsellor Closing date: September 5, 2014 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).

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.

•Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer Mechanics •Commercial Transport Mechanics •4th year Apprentices If you are interested in joining our team please send your resume to: sbott@exceltransportation.ca or fax it to 250-5633201 For more information about Excel visit us at www. exceltransportation.ca

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This position reports to the Branch Manager and has overall responsibility for the sales and market share growth of all new & used class 8 model trucks within a specific territory. The ideal candidate will be outgoing and able to relate with a diverse customer base both from large companies as well as individual operators.

This is an opportunity to be part of an energetic, and highly successful selling team with a very positive future.

Requirements: • Minimum class 5 drivers license in good standing - driving to customers in established territory is required • Above average communication skills • Computer literacy • Extremely well organized • Knowledge of the trucking industry • Truck sales history an asset Inland Kenworth is an industry-leading group of heavy truck and equipment dealerships in business since 1949 with 1,000 employees and 22 locations in North America.

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Datebook www.pgfreepress.com Friday 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 Downtown Market Fair, Aug. 23, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., City Hall front lawn, free pancake breakfast 8:30-11 a.m.

Flamenco workshop and dance, Aug. 23, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Zaffron Cuisine, 1085 Vancouver St. 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 Strenuous hike at Longworth Lookout, Aug. 24, meet at City Hall parking lot 7:20 a.m. Information: Travis 250-596-1320.

Yoga Festival, Aug. 24, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fort George Park and Chinook Yoga. Free for all to participate.

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

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

Information: Ann 250966-2435.

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

Monday Canasta, Aug. 25, 7 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

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.

Tuesday Retired PGRH employees breakfast, Sept. 2, 9 a.m., Prince George Golf and Curling Club. Information: Doreen 250-563-7497.

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

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

Information: 9164. toastmastersclubs.org.

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

Al-Anon PG Beginners AFG meets Tuesdays, 7-7:45

p.m., Knox United Church, 1448 Fifth Ave. Information: 250-5613244.

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

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

New members welcome.

Information: Kathy 250563-5170.

Wednesday 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. 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.

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 Bingo, Aug. 28, 12:30 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

Whist, Aug. 28, 7 p.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.

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

Central Interior Darts 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,

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

Royal Bank of Canada representatives present Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation CEO Judy Neiser and Spirit board president Trevor Lutes with a cheque for $25,000 during the 100th anniversary celebration of the RBC in Prince George. Standing left to right: Graham MacLachlan, RBC B.C. regional president; Lutes; Tim Manning, RBC B.C. regional vice president of commercial financial services; Neiser; Scott Hart, branch manager; Albert Koehler, board member; and Trent Waughtal, RBC B.C. regional vice president.

Proud to recognize those who give in our community.

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2065 - 1st Ave. • 250-563-0883 www.csninc.ca 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 Wednesday evening Tops (take off pounds sensibly), Spruceland Baptist Church, 1901 Ogilvie St. Information: Leona 250-962-8802.

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 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

Thank You Prince George For Voting Us Best Auto Body Shop!

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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.

Information: Echo 250612-0499.

Prince George Genealogical Society meets the third Tuesday of the month, St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 1500 Edmonton St.

Buddhist meditation class, Tuesdays, 7:158:45 p.m., 320 Vancouver St. Information: 250-962-6876 or www. kmcvancouver.org.

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

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

“GIVE A LITTLE… GAIN A LOT!”

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

PG Symphony Orchestra Sept 4 – 7 Home hosts, production team members, front of house volunteers and a front of house coordinator are needed for each PGSO show.

Volunteers are all invited to watch the show. Please email volunteers@pgso.com 250-562-0800 BC SPCA - Sept 7 Paws for a Cause fundraiser Visit www.spca.bc.ca/walk 250-562-5511 PG Hospice Society - Sept 9 Rainbows - A grief and loss program for children ages 5-13 years old. The painful transition can be from death, divorce, separation, and abandonment. We are currently taking registrations for the fall session which starts on Tues, Sept 9th.

There is no fee for this program.

To register, Catherine 250-563-2551 For information on volunteering with more than 100 non-profit organizations in Prince George, contact Volunteer Prince George

250-564-0224 www.volunteerpg.com

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Mom’s taxi now closer to a family limo than a seven-seat van from limo status.

How many of today’s NHL The loaded 2014 Grand stars made those very Caravan SXT version I early morning trips to junior drove recently certainly practice in a minivan? could lay claims to be Of course, we will never much more than mom’s know for sure but you can taxi. Premium cloth bet the answer is in the seats were inviting and 100s, judging by the tens of supportive but the rear thousands of kids, enrolled seating is perhaps the in hockey, soccer and countMinivans are more interesting for less other activities, who utilitarian but it’s those with aforemenhave been transported for the past 30 years in these also true to say that tioned early morning people movers, pioneered today’s iterations are drive duties. The stow’n’go seats are Chrysler. no longer glorified ingenious, turning the Virtually every auto maker vans with seats.

Caravan quickly with has a version though in the flick of a wrist from recent years, with the exKeith Morgan a seven-seater into . . . plosion of sport utility and . dare I say . . . a van if crossover vehicles there desired. Power sliding doors and liftgate has been a trend away from the vehicle complete the convenience package. dubbed ‘mom’s taxi’ in the popular An area where the Caravan has made media. At first, that was an affectiongiant leaps is right upfront. The oneate moniker but of late, it’s come to piece instrument panel is easy on the be a disparaging term for these very eye and easy to operate. An optional efficient family carriers now described as “super” centre console builds on the multi-purpose vehicles. functionality, providing a lot of storage.

No, they’re not leading edge in looks for Stepping outside there’s an interesting the most part but surely that’s not why innovation called the Stow ‘n Place roof people still buy them in goodly numbers. rack system, which enables the stowing Minivans are utilitarian but it’s also true of the roof bows into the side rails to say that today’s iterations are no when not in use. There is an obvious longer glorified vans with seats. They cosmetic improvement but that would come close to driving like sedans and be a frivolous consideration. The ability the higher end models are a step away

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Under the hood is the truly tried and tested Pentastar 3.6-litre V6, matched to a six-speed automatic transmission.

This power combination pumps out 283 horsepower but still remains frugal when it comes to fuel economy – 12.2/7.9 L/100 kms.

Driving in town with such a large vehicle is not so much of challenge as you might expect. The excellent vision provided by large windows helps when parking in those tight supermarket spots.

Stop/go traffic on Highway One was not fun and certainly spoiled the fuel

economy promise.

That said, once rolling on the freeway, the Caravan hits its stride and return to sipping gas rather than gulping.

The basic Caravan is anything but basic in its equipment tally and starts at $27,995. The tester was loaded to the gunwales with every bell and whistle and came in at $43,580. Take out the basic for the test drive then start adding the features you want until you run up against budget wall.

‘Mom’s taxi’ is going to be around for a while yet and that’s good news for sports oriented families and maybe even the National Hockey League. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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Schedule may suit Blue Jays Welcome to the schedule remaining 35 games at home. game! This is where one can look Here’s more good news if you are at a team’s schedule and decide a Blue Jays fan: how many wins and how many Their next 21 games are losses are left. against teams not in a playoff There really is no spot. The Blue Jays science required, host Tampa this but this game can be weekend (three fun as one attempts games), followed by to project the future. three with Boston For example, here’s and three against the a chuckle from Yankees to conclude “Not” Sports Centre a nine-game home on Twitter: “After stand. After that, it’s reviewing their new six on the road with schedule, the NBA three each vs. Tampa determined that the and Boston. Then HART BEAT Sixers have been the biggest break HARTLEYMILLER of them all: three officially eliminated from playoff contenhome games Sept. tion.”

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remaining games are within their division. They also have four with Seattle and three against the lowly Cubs.

Offensively, Toronto is solid with a team batting average of .261, fourth in the majors.

Defensively, the fielding is respectable with a .986 percentage, eighth out of 30. Pitching is another story with a whopping team ERA of 4.17 which is 24th out of 30.

The “schedule game” allows the Jays to be in better position than the standings would suggest but is their glass half full or half empty? Despite the so-called weak opponents remaining, Blue Jays fans should refrain from “drinking their Kool-Aid”.

CANADA OWNS HLINKA There are so many international hockey tournaments it’s difficult to weigh the importance of each one. Under-18 is by no means World Junior or Olympic calibre but arguably it is a gauge where the up-and-coming stars are from. Building winning habits often bodes well for the future. Canada has virtually owned the U18 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Cup in Europe, having won the tournament seven straight years – winning 31 of 33 games over that period. Furthermore, Canada has captured 19 of 24 summer tournaments since 1991.

This year, the domination was noteworthy. After a 6-2 victory over host Czech Republic in the final, Canada finished 5-0, winning each game by a minimum four goals. They outscored the opposition 32-10.

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Harkins of the P.G. Cougars finished with two goals and four assists in the five games. This experience should allow Harkins to have a psychological edge as he prepares for his draft year, while taking on a leadership role heading into the Cougars training camp that starts this weekend.

FROM THE QUOTE RACK: Cleveland Browns management says that they will handle Johnny Manziel’s tardiness to a team meeting internally.

Next time, he’ll have to produce a note from his bartender.

Big Ben just got its clock cleaned, but Buckingham Palace issued a statement telling people not to worry – it’s just the preseason.

Contributor Bill Littlejohn of South Lake Tahoe, California At least two people were arrested for fighting in an autograph line for FSU QB Jameis Winston. Although if they end up in jail, at least the folks have a chance to meet other football players.

Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander and his girlfriend supermodel Kate Upton are two of the latest to douse each other with ice water for the ALS Ice bucket challenge. Wonder how much money they could raise had Kate volunteered to wear a sheer white T-shirt?

Contributor Janice Hough of Palo Alto, California (www.leftcoastsportsbabe.com) Supermodel Chrissy Teigen admitted

to being drunk while throwing a pitch at a recent MLB game. The Rockies and Rangers bullpens just look like they are.

I’m not saying Johnny Manziel is too immature to be an NFL quarterback, but the Browns have him practising the Statue of Puberty play.

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Sportsdeke.com) The Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks were lucky their plane landed in Denver for a recent preseason game vs. the Broncos. Throughout the flight; the players kept chanting “Omaha, Omaha!”.

The great grandson of Aunt Jemima is suing product makers for $2 billion in royalties. He claims they have been using her image and recipes without compensation since 1937. Following this case closely are families of Sara Lee, Betty Crocker and Tony the Tiger.

Comedy writer TC Chong of Vancouver (alwaysfunny.com/) And in case you missed it: The Bikini Basketball Association (BBA) is scheduled to end its second season on Saturday. Admission to the final will be next to nothing.

Hartley Miller is the sports director and morning news anchor for radio station The Goat 94.3 He also writes for hqprincegeorge.com. Send along a quote, note, or anecdote to hmiller@ thegoatrocks.ca Follow him on twitter: @Hartley_Miller

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The Express came into the tournament as the three-time defending champions.

The Devils rolled through the regular season in the local league, then won seven straight playoff games to claim the championship before winning five straight at the weekend tournament.

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Local riders do well Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress. com Corrie Anderson says the Northern Lights National BMX races held in Prince George on the weekend went well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We classified it as a success,â&#x20AC;? said the local club president. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nobody got hurt, and everybody went away with a smile.â&#x20AC;?

She said they had fewer riders than they had expected, but, â&#x20AC;&#x153;there was another National race on and I think the air quality concerns kept Allan WISHART/Free Press some people away.â&#x20AC;?

Kody Shiels of Prince George leads a full rack of riders to the finThe riders who did ish line in one of the races Sunday morning at the Northern Lights National BMX races held at Supertrax. come enjoyed themselves and Anderson says hosted it last year, but a few years ago, there was she heard nothing bad about the local facilities. a mix-up and Squamish got it two years in a row. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everything was positive for track feedback.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hoping we can get that event back here next People liked the layout, which is a bit longer than season. a lot of other tracks. We also had good weather for â&#x20AC;&#x153;They award the championships based on the all three days, which helped promote us as a good growth of the club. I know weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still getting more place to race.â&#x20AC;? riders, but I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how the other clubs are Now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back to the regular track schedule until doing.â&#x20AC;? the beginning of October, when the Grand National Results race is held in Chilliwack.

Riders from the Prince George BMX Club did â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the big one,â&#x20AC;? Anderson says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;the final well on their home track at the Northern Lights National of the year. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve already got more than 20 Nationals on the weekend. The races on Saturday riders committed to going, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a few and Sunday counted for National points, and nine more as we get closer.â&#x20AC;? local riders swept their events both days.

Having the positive feedback from the Northern They were: Sadie Bilbrough, 4 Strider; Kruz Lights wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hurt the local trackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chances of hosting Powar, 3 Strider; Brendan Hofferd, 6 Novice; Alexis another National down the line, but Anderson says Crerar, 8 Novice; Seth Ross, 11 Novice; Trae Prest, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thinking more about hosting the Provincial 7 Intermediate; Tyrese Melanson, 12 Intermediate; championships next year.

Ty Prest, 16 Intermediate; and Brady Anderson, 16 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s supposed to go in a rotation, and we only Expert.

Two other divisions saw a pair of local riders take top honours. On Saturday, Kody Shiels topped the five and under Novice, while Hayden Vonah was the winner on Sunday.

Ella Vonah won the 7 Novice race on Saturday, with teammate Josh Reid winning on Sunday.

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That put Canada into the semifinals, where they pounded the United States 11-5. Harkins had a goal and two assists. The final saw Canada down the host Czech Republic team 6-2.

Harkins finished the tournament with two goals and four assists for six points.

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Ultimate silver for Bernard Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress. com Before Sean Bernard left Prince George, headed to Italy for the World Ultimate Club Championships, he figured his team would be in the top 4 in its division.

He underestimated FIGJAM, based out of Calgary, a bit. They finished second in the Masters division out of 24 teams.

“It was pretty amazing,” Bernard says of the experience. “The first day, they had to cancel the matches because of the rain, but after that it was five incredible days of weather, and we came out ready to play.”

The round-robin games were played to 15 points, and FIGJAM went 4-1 in their pool, losing only to Australia 15-12.

“The Aussies were ranked number two going in, and we played them close. It was a back-and-forth game.

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At the end of the round-robin, FIGJAM and two other teams, Australia and a team from the U.S., were tied for top spot. FIGJAM ended up placing third on goal differential, which meant they would have to play Canada2 in the first round of the playoffs.

“We had beaten them at the Canadian Nationals,” Bernard says, “so we knew we could do it. They had us down early, but we came back and won Photo submitted (17-14).”

The FIGJAM Ultimate Frisbee team, which includes Sean Bernard of Prince George, took silver in its division at the world championships in That put them through to the quar- Italy. Bernard says the red uniforms were worn exclusively for the final.

That energy wasn’t there in the final, against terfinals, where they another American team, as FIGJAM lost 17-8. played a British team who had been undefeated Bernard says he got a lot of playing time during so far. That streak ended against FIGJAM, as the the tournament.

Canadian squad won 17-13.

“I had been playing D-line, which is what I “I remember after that match, thinking we had wanted to make the quarterfinals, and now we had normally play, but they had me playing some on the O-line as well. They had me running plays and won them.” setting things up.”

The semifinal was a rematch against the same His family was over in Italy as well, making the Australian team which had beaten them earlier, experience that much sweeter. Now it’s time for a but this time it as a different story, with FIGJAM bit of a break. winning 17-14.

“My body is still tired. They’re playing Ultimate “They had knocked off the top-ranked team here (in Prince George) still, but it would be a hard in the division, which kind of helped us. It was mental thing to go from playing at the Worlds to another back-and-forth game, but I think we just playing here, so I’ll just take some time off.” had more energy.”

New synchro club holds test event Saturday Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com For many sports, the Canada Winter Games legacy will be measured by equipment or facilities.

For one sport, the legacy will be a local club.

“September will be the oneyear anniversary of the club,” says Nicole Barager, acting president of the Waterlilies Synchronized Swim Club. “The legacy of the Games will be a working club here.”

Synchronized swimming is one of the sports in the Games, but there hadn’t been a club in Prince George for quite a while.

That changed a year ago, and

Barager says the response has been “awesome”.

“We’ve been practicing, gone to some camps. We’re trying to spread the word, and get people to come out and try it or just watch.”

People will get a chance to watch the Waterlilies and members of Team BC this weekend at the Aquatic Centre. Barager says it will be a busy few days.

“We’ll be holding a camp on Thursday and Friday with members of Team BC helping our local swimmers. Then on Friday, from 5 to 6 p.m., there will be a water show at the Aquatic Centre, featuring members of Team BC doing a number of their routines.”

While the water show will

probably be the highlight of the weekend, the most important part is on Saturday.

“We’re holding our test event for the Canada Winter Games on Saturday. The swimmers will start by doing some of the figures, which won’t be very exciting to watch for most people, and then they’ll do some routines.”

The event will be judged, she says, but there’s nothing officially on the line for the swimmers.

“The test event is more of a run-through for the minor officials for the Games.”

The test event runs from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23, and Barager says the water routines will start around 3 or 3:30 p.m.

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Hansen paddling at Canadians Gemma Hansen will compete in the Canadian Sprint Canoe Kayak Championships, held in Regina, Saskatchewan from August 19 -23 at the Wascana Paddling Pavilion.

“It’s my first time competing at Nationals,” said the excited 16-year-old, DP Todd student. “I qualified at the BC Championships in Kamloops in July and I feel ready to take on this level of

competition.”

She should be as she paddled in last year’s Canada Summer Games in Sherbrooke, Que.; her team placed fifth in Canada in both the 200m and 500m IC4 (International Canoe 4 Person team).

Gemma is in her fifth season of paddling (four of which were in kayak and the last in canoe) and has paddled with Team BC for the last three seasons.

“I am still working on my balance, technique and power every day,” she explained. In one year Hansen has made great strides to become B.C.’s fastest U23 female canoeist at the BC Championships. At Nationals she will be racing in: U17 Women C1 6000m (6K), U16 Women C1 1000m, U 17 Women C1 500m, and U16 Women C1 200m. Gemma is looking forward to all of her races

because of the amount of time she has shaved off in all distances.

“I am most excited for the 6k as it is one of the toughest races. It requires a high level of endurance, but it is also a total game of strategy.”

The 6km race is set on a 1km long course where five turns are required.

Her strategy for dealing with the possibility of illegal or frowned-upon moves common to this race is, “A fast start, setting myself up in a leading position combined with some hard turns,” smiles the fit, future Grade 11 student.

She spent two months this year living in Florida and Georgia for spring training camp with fellow athletes from B.C. and Balmy Beach, Toronto, as well as her coach, Stan Marek. This homegrown athlete switched from kayak to canoe a year ago and hasn’t regretted the decision in the least, “the

amount of improvement I have made is crazy,” said Hansen. “I just plan on holding nothing back at Nationals.”

Discipline, hard work and sacrifice are the hallmark of any athlete’s success. Gemma has given up time with friends and family to get where she currently paddles. She has been living in Kamloops training with the Kamloops Canoe Kayak Club for nine weeks over the spring and summer of this year.

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Timberwolves top ex-Timberwolves on pitch Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com It’s not often that a soccer coach does a pre-game talk to each of the teams in a game.

That’s what UNBC men’s soccer coach Alan Alderson did on Saturday, though. It helped that the opposition for this year’s Timberwolves in the game was former Timberwolves, in the first Alumni Game.

“I told both sets of players I didn’t want to see any crunching tackles or making contact with the keepers,” Alderson said. “This was a fun game, and I liked the way both sides carried themselves.”

The current Timberwolves team won the game 4-0, with rookie forward Conrad Rowlands from Chilliwack getting a pair of goals, and singles coming from fellow rookie Brandon Wallace and third-year player Cheona Edzerza.

“I started my first 11,” Alderson said, “which meant some newcomers on the field, and the bench has some rookies as well.”

He felt Wallace coming off the bench and scoring was a good indicator of the team’s depth this year.

“He’s a phenomenal goal scorer, and it shows the strength of the team that he’s on the bench.”

That bench may be tested this week, as the Timberwolves are in Alberta for a series of pre-season games in TOLL Edmonton and Calgary.

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Alderson said. “It gives us an opportunity to see the guys play in different combinations.”

He says this Alberta tour is a marked contrast to ones he used to make.

“I used to do ‘tour of the world’ things, where you were playing in a different place every day.

This is nice because we’re in one place for four or five days and then the other place for a few days.”

After the Alberta swing, the Timberwolves are back in Prince George for their final two preseason games on Aug. 30 and 31, when they host Thompson Rivers University from Kamloops.

The women’s team sees its first pre-season action this weekend, hosting Grant MacEwan of Edmonton for a pair of games at the NCSSL fields. The game August 23 is a noon kickoff, while the August 24 game kicks off at 10 a.m.

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CWG test events right on track Allan Wishart allanw@pgfreepress.com At first, Lisa Shaw-Maclaren figured there would be only a few test events needed before the 2015 Canada Winter Games.

“I worked on the bid for the Games,” says the manager of sport operations, “and we were budgeting for test events. I figured we’d test five, thinking about what events had the lowest numbers in the city and might need some work.

“Then we talked to the Canada Games people, and found out they wanted to test all the events, which was not at all what I was expecting.”

However, with the majority of the test events for the Feb. 13 to March 1 Games now complete, Shaw-Maclaren says things have gone very well.

“It’s created a real buzz about the Games,” she says. “Every time there’s a test event, people seem to realize it’s really coming.”

There are a few test events still coming, with the Games less than six months away, starting next weekend with a synchronized swimming camp and competition. That’s a sport that has really benefitted from the Games, Shaw-Maclaren says.

“We didn’t have a club here when we started working on the Games. I remembered a lady who used to teach synchro, and I asked her if they could get a club together.

“They’ve gone to some other meets this years, as much to learn about running them as to compete, and now they’re hosting their own.”

As they have with other sports involved, the Games pitched in with equipment.

“We bought them an underwater sound system, which is a requirement for the Games. They’re also using the deep-water area of the pool, which wasn’t seeing a lot of use since the diving club stopped. So we’re getting people interested in a new sport, and using part of a facility which wasn’t seeing much use.”

Free Press file photo Lina Hillier of the Prince George Blizzards leads three Quebec skaters into a corner during the Junior Ladies 1000m final in the 2014 Canadian Age Group Championships, a test event for the Canada Winter Games.

The test events actually started in January 2013 with snowboard, but the majority of them were held earlier this year. Among the sports still to hold their events, besides synchronized swimming, are squash, table tennis, figure skating, long-track speedskating and target shooting.

“The target shooting will be the last test event at the end of January, just a couple of weeks before the Games. We are bringing in an electronic range from Alberta, which would be a first for the Games. We didn’t want to bring it here for the test event, send it back to Alberta, and then bring it back for the Games.

“So we’re just bringing it out once and keeping it here between the event and the Games.”

Long-track speedskating is another late test event, being set for mid-January.

“We have some new facilities which are still being built, like a technical building,” Shaw-Maclaren says, “and it didn’t make sense to hold a test event without the facilities in place.”

Long-track is also an event where the organizers have a contingency plan. ShawMaclaren in heading to Fort St. John to organize volunteers there in case the track in Prince George is unusable.

“We can juggle the days of racing by a day or so if the weather doesn’t cooperate. We can change the times of the races so we’re racing later at night or earlier in the morning.

“Only a freak downpour would make us

move, but we had to commit r]to a contingency plan.”

Reviews from the test events already held have been glowing, with many out-of-town participants raving over the facilities in Prince George.

“Right now,” Shaw-Maclaren says, “my biggest challenge is making sure we get spectators there to watch. These kids are the best in the country, and they deserve an audience.”

A glance down the list of test events already held and planned reveals one omission.

Shaw-Maclaren smiles when asked about hockey not being on the list.

“We decided the number of major hockey events we’ve held over the years meant we didn’t have to hold a special test event.”

Jansen’s fourth best finish for locals at Legion National Track and Field Prince George athletes came back with four top 10 finishes from the Legion Youth National Track and Field Championships in Langley on the weekend.

Shelby Jansen was the only local to have a top five finish, as she was fourth in the Girls U16 300

metres. Jansen qualified with the fifth-fastest time, then ran more than a second faster in the final.

Unfortunately, most of the other runners also improved their times, meaning she missed a medal by 14 one-hundredths of a second.

Jansen also finished ninth in the

preliminary round of the 200 metres, missing a spot in the finals by five one-hundredths of a second.

Alexander Nemethy finished in the top 10 of both of his events.

Nemethy finished eighth in the Men U18 2000-metre steeplechase and ninth in the 3000 metres. Cole

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Dinsdale, another Prince George runner, finished 10th in the steeplechase.

Ryan Gaiesky also finished ninth in his preliminary race for the Men U18 300-metre hurdles. He also finished 20th in the preliminary round for the 110 hurdles.

Lindsay King was 13th in qualifying in the Girls U16 200 hurdles, missing the finals.

Emma Floris failed to make the final round in either of her events, finishing 16th in the preliminary round in the Women U18 200 and 23rd in the 100.

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