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Housing market showing growth AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter Low interest rates and broad economic recovery are pointing to a buyer’s market. The BC Northern Real Estate Board reports 3,749 properties worth $865.5 million sold through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in the first nine months of 2012. At this time last year, 3,443 properties worth $740 million had changed hands. As of Sept. 30, there were 4,889 properties of all types available for sale through the MLS, down from 5,076 properties at the end of September last year. “With activity up, there seems to be considerable demand on the buyer’s side, but we are also seeing an increase in listings over 2011,” RE/MAX sales representative William Lacy said. “This gives buyers plenty of choices and allows them to shop around, so to speak. Our average sale price, although forecast to rise by 5.15 per cent, is actually down year-to-date as per the September stats from BC Northern Real Estate Board for Quesnel.” For the Gold Pan City, to the end of September 232 properties worth $40.5 million sold through MLS compared to 179 properties worth $32.8 million to the end of the third quarter of 2011. Half of the 102 single family homes sold so far this year, sold for less than $215,000 and took, on average, 79 days to sell. Also changing hands this year were 35 parcels of vacant land, 47 homes on acreage, 14 manufactured homes in parks and 22 manufactured homes on land. At the end of September there were 359 properties of all types available for purchase through the MLS in the area.

“There are increases in most markets across the board – not drastic, but showing a sustainable market compared to other areas of the province,” BCNREB president Joni Brown said. “Interest rates are still low, making it a good time for entry level buyers to get into the market and investors to add to their inventory.“ By comparison, in Williams Lake, 237 properties worth $51.6 million have sold in the first nine months, compared to 258 properties worth $53.5 million in the same period last year. Of the 92 single family homes sold to the end of September, half sold for less than $235,000 and these homes took, on average, 65 days to sell. In addition, 17 parcels of vacant land, 9 townhomes, 63 homes on acreage and 21 manufactured homes in parks and a further 23 on land, have sold this year. At the end of September there were 523 properties of all types available for purchase through MLS. To the end of September in Prince George, 980 properties worth $234.2 million changed hands, compared with 947 properties worth $214.2 million to Sept. 30, 2011. In the western part of the city the median price of the 204 homes sold this year was $228,500. In the area east of the By-pass, the 131 single family homes that sold had a median price of $179,500. In the northern part of the city, in the area commonly referred to as “the Hart’, the 141 single family homes sold had a median price of $262,500. In the southwest section of the city, the median price of the 194 single family homes sold was $312,000. At the end of September, there were 840 properties of all types available for purchase through MLS.

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City presents update report on strategic planning DANIKA M. HÉBERT Observer Reporter Monday’s council meeting focused on strategic planning. City manager Byron Johnson presented information about the 2012-2014 City of Quesnel Corporate Strategic Plan. Key strategic points were brought forward, some carried over from the 2011 strategic plan. The strategic plan is divided into seven areas: sustainability in all planning; infrastructure re-investment; community health and safety; environmental stewardship; financial stability of the corporation; governance; economic diversification. There areas are further broken down into different goals which can be achieved to complete the objectives. “Ongoing operational activities of the municipality consume the vast majority of the

municipality’s staff and financial resources,” the report said. “Although the strategic objectives are intended to guide all of the work of the municipality, the ongoing operational work if the municipality is not detailed here. “Only a relatively small proportion of the municipality’s work, specifically new, special or onetime initiatives, are noted.” City manager Johnson noted most items are in progress and some projects are even expected to be completed shortly. “The report gives a quick snapshot of our progress,” Johnson said. “We’re trying to give you enough information so you can see what’s going on with the strategic items.” Johnson said the report isn’t necessarily finalized as there is room to make changes. “We’re certainly

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open to suggestions,” he explained. “The first time you do a report, you look at it and think it’s accomplishing what we want, but there’s room for improvement.” Johnson talked about the relevance of the ourQuesnel integrated community sustainability planning. “The ourQuesnel is addressing a number of these initiatives,” he explained. “Most of our long term visioning is going through the integrated community sustainability planning, which is exactly what it’s intended to do.” The report showed the progress of many key infrastructure projects in the city. “We saw big projects this year with the infrastructure reinvestment,” Johnson said. “The Elliott St. project is completed, which was a very large project.” Another big infrastructure

reinvestment project has been the landfill entrance. “The landfill entrance is ongoing and should be completed in the next two to three weeks,” Johnson explained. Johnson discussed the West Quesnel land stability project and its importance to the community. “The number one goal with the community health and safety is the West Quesnel land stability project,” Johnson said. “All portions of the project are being tendered and awarded. “Our goal is to have that fully tied into the sewer system before winter hits.” Another big project the city has is the Multi-Centre planning. Johnson said the fundraising committee has completed a fundraising plan and said it continues to be a very active file. Check your Observer for updates.

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About 50 people attended the Spend a Night in the Cold event in LeBourdais Park to raise awareness of the homeless issue in our community. Sponsored by Seasons House, the evening included live bands, a fun soccer game and words from local officials and Seasons House executive director Melanie McDonald. “Seasons House is funded for 10 emergency beds but we’re serving double that and are only scratching the surface,” she said. “Any money raised from this event will help feed people, provide toiletries, socks, winter wear and other basic necessities.” McDonald spent the night along with others committed to the helping eradicate homelessness. In total eight tents were set up.

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Bell credits plan for jobs He says the plan is working. B.C. gained 5,700 net new jobs in September and Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training, Pat Bell says it’s in large part due to the BC Jobs Plan. “Amidst a volatile global market the addition of 5,700 new jobs show our jobs plan is working and more British Columbians are finding work,” Bell said. “Our province ranks first among provinces for job growth in the nation and means more B.C. families have paycheques they can count on.” Since the release of ‘Canada Starts Here: the BC Jobs Plan’, B.C. has added 57,400 net new jobs,

putting it first in the country for job creation. As well, continued gains were made in full time positions with 1,828,900 full-time jobs in B.C. in September, an increase of 11,900 positions from August. Part-time employment was reported at 499,400 positions, down by 6,200 jobs from August. Since August 2011, B.C. ranks first compared to other provinces, ahead of Ontario (gained 55,400 jobs), Alberta (gained 45,400 jobs) and Quebec (gained 35,100 jobs.) Since February 2011, B.C. has added 67,400 jobs. (In February 2011,

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there were 2,260,900 jobs.) B.C. has gained 87,000 full-time positions, offset by a loss of 19,600 parttime positions. (In February 2011, there were 1,741,900 fulltime jobs). B.C.’s labour force increased by 15,100 people in September and now stands at 2,503,400. Compared with one year ago,

B.C.’s labour force has increased by 37,700 people. B.C.’s unemployment rate of 7 per cent is up from August’s rate of 6.7 per cent and is 0.2 percentage points higher than September 2011’s rate of 6.8 per cent. B.C. has Canada’s fourthlowest unemployment rate. Alberta (4.4 per cent), Saskatchewan (4.7 per cent) and Manitoba (5.0 per cent) have lower unemployment rates. The unemployment rate for youth (15 to 24 years of age) was recorded at 14 per cent, up by 2.3 percentage points from August. In September 2011, the youth unemployment rate was recorded at 14.2 per cent.

Woman pushed to ground A female was pushed to the ground, but managed to flee her assailant early Wednesday morning. Around, 3:30 a.m. Oct. 10, Quesnel RCMP were called to the 900 block of Abbott Drive after a female in her twenties reported she had been pushed to the ground by an unknown male suspect. The female was

walking alone on the pathway which leads to the Renaissance Apartment building when she was approached by a male who pushed her to the ground. The female responded by screaming loudly and punching the suspect who then fled on foot down Abbott Drive. The intent of the suspect is still unclear.

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Your chamber is all about advocacy One of the main areas of focus for the chamber is advocacy. We are looking for direction from you – our members – on areas that the chamber could be advocating for on your behalf. This could be a regulation or piece of red tape that curtails your business or it could be an issue that you face within your business sector. Feel free to provide us with your comments about your advocacy needs via email or stop by the office. We are here to work on behalf of our members. Some of the advocacy meetings we are involved with this fall included making a presentation to the B.C. Standing Committee on Finance, Oct. 3. Our key priorities for government are: •to grow the economy;

Graeme Armstrong •to lower the tax burden on business; •to strive for efficient and cost effective service delivery and; •to contain spending. We met with the president of Central Mountain Air on Oct. 10. If there are opportunities you see to grow our flights, we would welcome your input. We are trying

to gage how many people currently live in Quesnel but work in the northern oil patch for example. We will also meet with BC Transit to discuss local routes. If you have ideas on how to improve service for your employees and customers, please let us know. In November we will be participating with the BC Chamber and the BC Business Council on the BC Agenda for Shared Prosperity – setting a new tone for conversations about B.C.’s future. We will also be participating in a regional policy session for chambers in the north to identify key opportunities for us in the next decade and to frame the correct policy pieces to ensure that these things occur. This will include items such as three-phase power to support mining opportu-

nities, rural road development to support economic development and addressing the skills shortage. If you would like to be a part of these conversations, again we welcome you to contact the chamber. The Honourable Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and Minister Responsible for Labour, Pat Bell will be addressing Chamber members on Tuesday, Oct. 30. Seating will be limited so we encourage tickets to be purchased in advance at the Visitor Information Centre (703 Carson Avenue) or at the Chamber of Commerce. Tickets will not be available at the door. Tickets are $20. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Graeme Armstrong is chair of the Quesnel and District Chamber of Commerce Advocacy Committee.

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Nominate local businesses for Business Excellence Awards October is Small Business Month in the Province of British Columbia. To mark the occasion, Quesnel is presenting a full schedule of events to the business community. “Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs are key contributors to innovation, investment and job creation in Quesnel,” Chamber President Colin Ketchum said. “This is our opportunity to pay special tribute to them with a kick off of our nominations for Business

Excellence and a variety of workshops and events designed to support business in their efforts.” Executive Director Coralee Oakes will be in Victoria on Oct. 4 as part of the Small Business Roundtable to present the annual report to government on ways to better support business. We are encouraging everyone to take the time to fill out a Business Excellence Nomination form for a business, individual or organization that has excelled over the past year. We will be holding our

Annual Nomination Luncheon at the Billy Barker Casino Showroom on Nov. 28, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. This will be a great networking event

and an opportunity to learn about best practices in business. Tickets are $20 and are available at the Quesnel Visitor Centre 250-9928716.

The 19th Annual Business Excellence Awards will be taking place Jan. 26 at the Quesnel Senior’s Centre. Hold that date in your calendar.

Connecting Our Community Your donation to the Quesnel Community Foundation can be doubled through $50,000 matching grant. The Quesnel Community Foundation is pleased to announce that this year the “Double Your Gift” Program will be bigger than ever. Anonymous donors will give $50,000 to the Foundation to match new donations made from now until Dec. 15, 2012. This program has been an overwhelming success since it was started in 2010 – matching $20,000 the ﬁrst year, and $30,000 the second year. The Quesnel Community Foundation is a registered charity, meeting the needs of Quesnel and district through the growth and management of permanent endowment funds. Income distributions from the Fund enable the Quesnel Community Foundation to give grants to deserving local groups and local charities, meeting the current and emerging needs of our community.

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The idea of having your gift matched dollar for dollar is a great incentive to make a donation to the Quesnel Community Foundation. Donations large or small are welcome. Go give online, visit www.quesnelfoundation.ca and click on “Donate Now’” or mail your donation to Quesnel Community Foundation, Box 4158, Quesnel BC V2J 3J2. Deadline for the “Double Your Gift” Program is Dec. 15, 2012.

Break-even refers to the level of sales that allow a business to just cover all of its expenses. Understanding your breakeven sales can help you to set appropriate sales targets and stay motivated in order to insure that you are proﬁtable when the numbers are added up. Check out our seminar on Nov 15 2012 at 9.00AM here at Community Futures.

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Workshops for Small Business Month October 18 Community Futures will present Returning to Provincial Sales Tax. Wondering how the transition from HST to PST will effect your business? Join Gabrielle Loren, Certified General Account, as she provides an overview of the transition to PST and the implications for your business, followed by a question and answer period where you can ask questions relevant to your business. This seminar is hosted at Small Business BC in Vancouver and delivered to Quesnel via live video conference. Cost is $25 + tax. To register call 250992-2322. The Quesnel Chamber of Commerce will be offering a Lunch and Learn from 12:00-1:00 on accessibility and your business. Lynn Turner and Alison Duddy will be presenters. To reserve a complimentary seat please call the Chamber at 250.992.3522. Community Futures will also present Are You thinking of Importing? Are you considering importing as a component of your small business but don’t know where to begin? Come to this introductory seminar to learn about some of the technical aspects of importing commercial goods into Canada. This seminar is hosted at Small Business BC in Vancouver and delivered to Quesnel via live video conference. Cost is $59 + tax. To register call 250-992-2322.

October 19 Community Futures will present Social Media and Online Marketing Tactics. Just because you know what social media is, does not mean that you necessarily understand how to use it to grow and develop your business. This workshop focuses on understanding social

media, what is it and how it’s connecting people. This seminar is hosted at Small Business BC in Vancouver and delivered to Quesnel via live video conference. Cost is $25 + tax. To register call 250992-2322. Community Futures is also offering Attracting and Hiring Top Talent. Is your business ready to grow and you’re beginning to think about hiring your first employee? Are you wondering how your small business will compete with the big guys for talent? Come along to the Attracting and Hiring Top Talent seminar and find out the first steps you’ll need to take to not just build a team, but to build a talented team that will see your business prosper. This seminar is hosted at Small Business BC in Vancouver and delivered to Quesnel via live video conference. Cost is $39 + tax. To register call 250992-2322.

October 23 The World Host Fundamentals workshop is an effective training tool for anyone that is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. When the customer is happy everybody wins! Location: Helen Dixon Centre Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost: $85 + HST per participant. To register, call Patty at the Quesnel Visitor Centre at 250-992-8716.

October 30 Customers with Disabilities is a half-day workshop designed to increase front-line employees’ sensitivity toward people with disabilities and to provide superior customer service skills that respect every visitor’s unique needs. Location: Helen Dixon Centre 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Cost: $65 + HST per participant To register, call Patty at the Quesnel Visitor Centre at 250-

Clayton’s Funeral Directors would like to thank all those who were able to attend the Estate Seminar on September 19th at the Royal Canadian Legion. Great turnout. For those who did not receive the Estate Settlement Brochure, they are now available to be picked up at the funeral home from Monday - Friday between the hours of 9am and 3pm. If you need it to be mailed to you, please call the funeral home with your address at 250-992-6723. If you were unable to attend the Seminar, and would like the information, or would be interested in attending a seminar in the future, please call and let us know. Thank You Clayton’s Funeral Directors Staff

992-8716. Service Across Cultures is a half-day session that increases front-line employees’ awareness of the diverse cultures that make up British Columbia’s international tourism clientele and focuses on effective communication. Location: Helen Dixon Centre 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Cost: $65 + HST per participant. To register, call Patty at the Quesnel Visitor Centre at 250-992-8716

October 30 The Honourable Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and Minister Responsible for Labour, Pat Bell will be addressing Chamber members on Oct. 30 about BC’s economy, with emphasis on the North and its place in B.C.’s economy. Seating will be limited so we encourage tickets to be purchased in advance at the Visitor Information Centre (703 Carson Avenue) or at the Chamber of Commerce. Tickets will not be available at the door. Tickets are $20. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

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October 31 Community Futures is presenting Shipping Logistics. Do you want to ship directly from your domestic manufacturer to a foreign customer? Or ship from your overseas factory directly to a Canadian customer? Drop shipping is an effective method of eliminating unnecessary logistics costs and creating efficiencies in your supply chain. Relevant for both import and export business, join us at this FREE seminar to learn how this process can work for you. This seminar is hosted at Small Business BC in Vancouver and delivered to Quesnel via live video conference. To register call 250-992-2322.

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OPINIONS Up to us

he suspected suicide of bullying victim Amanda Todd has captured the hearts and minds of most. But it’s not enough to show your support of anti-bullying laws, or disgust for her tormentors. It’s not enough to post online about how sick we are of this type of behaviour, how beautiful and talented the young girl was and how something needs to be done. Don’t get me wrong, showing support via cyber space is good for discussion purposes, but we need to do more than just talk. Or, even more lame, studying the damn thing to death. The NDP is calling for a report, designed to create a national antibullying strategy, the Liberals have a private member bill that looks to add cyber bullying to the Criminal Code and the House has now been turned into a school-yard, filled with overpaid, superfluous, politicians. Kids don’t need a panel to come up with a bulleted study on how to end bullying. Todd was not going to be saved by the inclusion of cyber bullying in the Criminal Code. It’s not going to work. What we need is good people – pretty darn simple. And it starts with us. We need to raise our little ones with dignity, strength, a strong sense of right and wrong, the ability to stand up, rise above and feel good about it. See something wrong? Do something about it. It’s not just teenagers who can be cruel – cruel teenagers can turn into cruel adults. See some a-hole spouting off at the arena? Tell them no one thinks he’s funny. Witness a snot-bag pointing out another’s less-than-stellar outfit? Ensure she knows it’s not OK. And be sure your child sees that. Bullies feed off fear, power and other bullies. So don’t feed them. Instead choose to nourish our children with respect for one another, with love, compassion and acceptance. Show them how to treat others. No panel, study or politician is ever going to be able to do that. –Autumn MacDonald, Observer

Fantasies won’t keep ferries aﬂoat I

t was a sunny Thanksgiving weekend when I took my first alltransit trip from Victoria to Vancouver for a B.C. Lions football game. Despite all the doomsaying about people shunning ferries because of some mediadetermined “tipping point” in fares, you wouldn’t have guessed it that weekend. Articulated buses were jammed coming and going from the Tsawwassen terminal to the Canada Line. Returning to Vancouver Island on Sunday, I was struck by the crowds and the low cost: SkyTrain, express bus, walk-on passenger fare and express bus to Victoria totalled about $20. This explains the surge in walk-on traffic. BC Ferries issued bulletins advising first that Tsawwassen’s parking lot and then Swartz Bay’s were full. The Tsawwassen First Nation’s shuttle parking next door was overflowing with cars tucked into every level space. And even with hourly sailings, the major route had plenty of vehicle traffic, with all available vessels running. Now the long, late sum-

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B.C. Views mer is gone, and the political theatre resumes. Transportation Minister Mary Polak picked up where the retiring Blair Lekstrom left off, reminding people that BC Ferries is going to deal with rising costs primarily by ceasing the practice of running vessels a third full or less. This comes as “consultation” begins with smaller ferry communities on where and when these sailings will be cut. And it follows the first major price-cap decision by the newly empowered B.C. Ferry Commissioner, Gord Macatee. He now can determine service levels as well as fares, which are permitted to rise about four per cent in each of the next three years. The NDP’s ferry critic, North Coast MLA Garry Coons, has also decided to transition to his govern-

be on board anyway. As everyone but the NDP seems to grasp, the big costs are fuel, maintenance and minimum crew levels to meet federal regulations, regardless of passenger revenue. I was reminded on the last busy weekend of the year that the new Coastal-class ferries kept vehicle capacity the same while increasing passenger space. This choice anticipated today’s travel reality nearly a decade ago. Good thing somebody was able to understand ferries as a business, as opposed to a welfare program for the reclusive and the rich. BC Ferries has already cut sailings on the TsawwassenDuke point route. As described in an earlier column, this needlessly long run is the biggest boondoggle in BC Ferries history, a Dave Barrett-era payoff to the union that continues today. Changes will now come to other routes that minimize shifts and overtime, rather than inflating them. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com, tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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ment pension next year. But before he sails away, he has doubled his repertoire of outraged sound bites to two. Along with every coffeeshop know-it-all on the coast, Coons perpetually reminds us that ferries are “part of our highway system.” He remains convinced that this financially illiterate cliché somehow deals with the fact that even a subsidy approaching $200 million this year can’t keep all those boats afloat forever. A family of four on a long driving trip faces similar price increases, when you factor in tolls, insurance, food and other costs beyond the fuel tank. But for some reason the “government” is supposed to provide special relief to those who choose the most inaccessible places to live. Coons’ latest tack is that BC Ferries has lost its way, trying to be a fancy cruise ship service instead of giving people basic transportation at an affordable price. That would be terrible if it were true. But those amenities on newer vessels are there because they make money, utilizing staff who have to

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FEEDBACK Big brother syndrome? Editor: About a month ago I got my renewed drivers license stating it is good until July 2015. A couple of weeks later I got a letter from the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles that included a medical form that had to be filled out by my doctor and that cost me $75. At a meeting of the Seniors Advocacy group I found out that the price charged by doctors for filling out this document ranged from $25 – $110. Sept. 11, I got a letter from the Office of the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles regarding a review of my medical fitness to drive. It floored me because according to my doctor I am medically fit and my eye specialist said my vision exceeds the limit necessary to drive. I decided to look into the reason I have to take the test and found out my cognitive ability was questioned by the Office of the Superintendent after receiving the $75 document. I could not believe that my doctor questioned my mental capabilities so I phoned the people who set up the appointment and I found out it was a private firm who only sets up appointments. Then I phoned the people who do the test and they are also a private outfit who could not or were not allowed to answer my question “ who was the doctor who signed the form doubting my mental abilities?” I was referred to the office of the superintendent and after the usual long wait to even get past the busy signal, I had to go through a long list of available services. Eventually I did get through to the office of the person I wanted to talk to. I almost lost it at that point because a voice said leave your phone number and I will get back to you within two days. When I did get phoned back and asked who was the doctor that

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signed the document that was the reason for my test, the answer was I am not allowed to disclose that, you will have to find that out by contacting the Freedom of Information Act. I found out that I had to pay for that too, so I went to see my doctor and she showed me the document she had filled out. It was my whole medical history, from as far as thirty years back, including a visit to a medical doctor specializing in senior affairs and mental health a couple of months ago. I had asked for an appointment at least a year or more prior to the actual appointment because of very hard times and a death in our family that was solved two months after I initially asked for an appointment. I went to see him anyway because I thought I was getting more forgetful even if my family did not agree and said I always have been forgetful. I came out with 29 out of 30 on that test and that is the reason I have to go for a driver test even if my own doctor tested me and found nothing wrong with me mentally or physically. When I got the letter that included the document I did not look close enough at the part the doctor had to fill out and certainly did not realize that my whole medical history was going to the Motor Vehicle Branch. Since when has the Motor Vehicle Branch obtained the right to get private medical information and how safe is that information if the testing for a drivers license is done by private outfits? Is the big brother watching you syndrome lurking around the corner? Why do senior drivers in rural areas have to travel idiotic distances for driver tests when local private driving schools can test as well as the private outfit installed by inconsiderate public servants? Bert deVink Quesnel

The Wright stuff Observer publisher Tracey Roberts hands Joe Patton two tickets to Michelle Wright. Patton won the tickets by entering a ballot in the Observer. Jonas Gagnon photo

Letters and emails must include full name and contact phone number and should be 250 words or less. The editor reserves the right to edit submissions for clairity, brevity and legality. Letters to the Editor, Quesnel Cariboo Observer, 188 Carson Ave. Quesnel, BC V2J 2A8 email: newsroom@quesnelobserver.com Ph: 250-992-2121 Fax: 250-992-5229 Quesnel Cariboo Observer is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

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NATIONAL CO-OP WEEK October 14-20, 2012

NATIONAL CO-OP WEEK... OCTOBER 14-20, 2012 CO-OP WEEK

CO-OP WEEK EVENTS Co-op Week at Vanderhoof and Districts Co-op October 14 - 20, 2012

CO-OP WEEK

Join us Friday, October 19 Complimentary Coffee and Doughnuts at Quesnel, Prince George, Houston and Terrace locations. Join us Saturday, October 20 11:00am - 2:00pm - Complimentary Cake and Coffee at Vanderhoof Food Store - Meet COOPER, our Co-op Mascot Enter our Consumer Draws at all locations between October 14-20, 2012 Bakery 1/4 Slab Photo Image Cake - Value $25.00 Co-op Food Gift Basket - $100.00 Deli Small Meat/Cheese Tray - Value $40.00 Produce Department Fruit Basket - $40.00 Co-op Gas Gift Card - $50.00 Meat Department Country Morning Boxed Meat - Value $50.00 12 1 Litre - 15/40 DMO - Value $45.00 12 1 Litre Co-op Gold 5W 30 - Value $60.00 * Sample many of our Co-op Products in our sample domes located throughout the foodstore.

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CREDIT UNION DAY October 18, 2012

2012 INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF CO-OPERATIVES The United Nations has declared 2012 as The International Year of Cooperatives, the UN resolution recognizes the diversity of the co-operative movement around the world and urges governments to take measures aimed at creating a supportive environment for the development of co-operatives. 12 reasons why co-operative enterprises build a better world 1. Co-operatives are DEMOCRATIC organizations owned and controlled by their members on the basis of one member, one vote. 2. Co-operatives are VALUES-DRIVEN enterprises that are guided by seven internationally-recognized principles. 3. Co-operatives have SOCIAL as well as ECONOMIC objectives and put PEOPLE EHIRUH SURĂ€ WV 4. Co-operatives are more DURABLE than other types of businesses; research has shown that new co-ops are more likely to remain in business than other new enterprises and are more resilient in economic downturns. 5. Co-operatives are part of a dynamic GLOBAL MOVEMENT with more than a billion individual members around the world. 6. Co-operatives are ROOTED IN

THEIR COMMUNITIES; the jobs and wealth they create remain in the communities in which they are located. 7. Co-operatives EMPOWER people to take control of their own economic lives and futures. 8. Co-operatives respect the ENVIRONMENT and are recognized as leaders in environmental sustainability. 9. Co-operatives are the businesses of choice for MILLIONS OF CANADIANS. 10. Co-operatives can be found EVERYWHERE: in small villages and big cities; in every region of Canada and most of the worldâ€™s countries. They exist in virtually every sector of WKH HFRQRP\ IURP UHWDLO DQG Ă€ QDQFLDO services to agriculture, housing and health care. 11. Co-operatives CO-OPERATE with each other, working together at the local, provincial national and international levels. Canadian co-operatives are actively involved in assisting co-operative partners in developing countries. 12. By proclaiming 2012 the INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF CO-OPERATIVES, the United Nations has recognized the important role co-ops play in the social and economic development of communities worldwide.

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] In business since 1944, started as a egg pooling station and they shipped eggs by Rail to sixty thousand men stationed in Prince Rupert. ] In 2011 annual sales were $192.3M; Net Savings of $16.6M 8.6%; Equity & Cash Back $8.7M, Al location ratio of 4.7% for all locations which includes 4 bulk plants (Vanderhoof, Houston, Prince George and Quesnel); Vanderhoof Gas Bar and C-Store; 14 Cardlock locations (957 km Terrace to Valemount and 125 south from Prince George to Quesnel); Vanderhoof 70,000 sq. foot shopping centre â€“ Food, Home and Agro Centre, Quesnel Agro Centre ] Sales for last 10 years $964.9M, Net Savings of $76.8M 7.96%; Equity & Cash Back $32.3M; Average allocation ratio 5.12%. ] 2011 Co-op paid $300,000 property taxes; over $2.0M income taxes and employed 110 employees with a payroll of $5.0M ] Co-op Community Builder; Co-op invests in the communities it serves and the returns that those investments yield stay within those communities, which in turn generate more economic activity. Vanderhoof and Districts Co-op is a proud supporter of local community groups, over $93,000 per year in financial and in-kind donations, we send two students to Co-op Camp and $500 scholarships for Sr. Secondary Students in each of 10 communities we operate in from Terrace to Valemount and south to Quesnel. ] Our success is measured in the success of the people we employ, in the services we offer to our members, and in the equitable way our earnings are distributed to the membership.

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Nazko meets the ﬁtness challenge First Nations ﬁts exercise into noonhour schedule “OK, ladies and gentlemen, one more time, let’s use those outer leg muscles to lift the body bar up and away from the floor.” Like a well trained team, bars are put in place, bodies are positioned correctly and everyone is motivated to follow Instructor Cheryl Scanlan’s cues. Welcome to the Nazko First Nation Noon Hour Fitness Class. Since September, the Nazko Band has been offering this wellattended class to any band or staff member. Chief Delores Alec is the driving force behind her five-yearold vision of a place to assist Nazko First Nation people to be active and healthy. Over the past few years, Delores has learned the value of personal health and wellness. Having long suffered with a

Nazko Chief Delores Alec, centre front and staff enjoy noon hour fitness classes. Chris Hartridge photo

back problem in the past, she attended physiotherapists and even had two back surgeries. After experiencing minimal results, Delores hoped that personal fitness training would help. She followed that route and now openly Obituary Tribute

Neil Iain Mackay February 4, 1943 – October 12, 2012

states that it was the best thing she could have done. Under the guidance of local personal fitness trainer Heather Hartridge, Delores came to Heathers’ Fitness Studio on 2 Mile Flat for a focused and effective fitness plan.

She worked hard to achieve positive results and is now leading by example. The noon hour fitness class at the band office is always well attended and is still expanding. Even the folks from the business side of the

B.C., daughter Jackie (Alan) MacDougall, granddaughters Alynn & Beth MacDougall of Port Coquitlam, and son Neil Mackay (Heidi) grandchildren Neil Iain, Emily, Sydney and Abigaille Mackay of Quesnel, B.C.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00p.m. on October 20 at Clayton’s Survived by his wife Funeral Home, 582 Front Mary Jane Mackay Street, Quesnel, B.C. (Thom) of Quesnel,

Rosanne Inglis passed away peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 9th. Survived by her children, Lisa (Bob) Wilde; Catherine (Brian) Clarke; David (Carolyn) Holland; George (Jodi) Inglis, and her 11 grandchildren. She also leaves her brother Al (Irene) Deschene, her sisters, Bonnie (Charlie) Gillis, Theresa (Steve) Dannenfelser and numerous nieces and nephews. Much Thanks to her many friends who were there for Rosanne and her family during this time. Sunday Oct. 21st from 1-3 pm we will be having a little get together in memory of Rosanne at 708 McRae Rd.

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sadly announce her peaceful passing Tuesday, October 9, 2012 in Victoria, BC. Amy was born at GR Baker Hospital on August 26, 1986. She graduated from Correlieu Sr. Secondary. Amy is survived by her mom, Debbie Peters, Dad David Peters (Christine), brother Kevin Peters, Grandmother Florence Horton. Amy will be deeply missed by many family and ﬁends. Amy lived life to the fullest and on her own terms. In lieu of ﬂowers those wishing to honour Amy’s life do so by way of donation to the homeless shelter or food bank. Obituary Tribute

Shirley May Brown (nee Leverington) Born June 26th, 1939 - Passed Suddenly September 16th, 2012 “Rest In Peace, Mom, You Are Dearly Missed

A Wells Original: Shirley Brown lived in Wells and worked in Barkerville for many years. She loved her friends, her family, good tunes, blended scotch and fast cars. She leaves behind her only daughter Tammy Brown, and Tammy’s partner, Christopher Follows and three grandchildren, Joel Stevens and Giles and Jaslyne Guiguet and many great memories. A Celebration of Life was held at the Wells Legion Sept. 22, 2012. Shirley has been laid to rest at Barkerville cemetery, near several of good friends.

Obituary Tribute

Donald Philip Hobbs

Rosanne Inglis

Born on the Isle of Lewis, Scotland, Neil travelled to Canada with his wife and daughter in 1969. After many years of work as a psych nurse at Riverview Hospital he retired in 2000 and moved to Quesnel B.C. Many years were spent at Quesnel Lake where he built a cabin for himself and his growing family. A great day for Neil (fondly known as Shennir) would be driving in his Ford pickup with some great music. Summers spent with his grandkids at the lake made him the happiest.

band have been attending. “It’s a good mix, but we still need more people,” Delores said. Hearing the laughter, clearly people are having fun at the classes. Friendships and a noticeable sense of community are giving the class a strong base to build on. Delores knows that happy, healthy people will create a healthy working environment around them. “Health and fitness are important,” she said. “With this class, people are making a commitment that leads to greater self esteem.” Without a doubt, inspiration is a wonderful thing. Chris Hartridge is a fitness enthusiast and regular Observer contributor.

AMY CHRISTINA PETERS

November 29, 1924 ~ September 26, 2012 Don passed away at VGH with family by his side. He is survived by his wife Emma, daughter Maureen and three grandchildren; Raymond, Mallory and Brandon Wheeler. He was predeceased by his son Barry in 2011. At 18, Don enlisted in the Canadian Army Tank Corp in the Second World War and went overseas. He spent 2 years in France, Belgium and Germany after which he came home and married Emma Moonen on Nov. 19, 1946. They moved to Quesnel from Salmon Arm in 1950. Don worked for NWI, then the weigh scales and ﬁnally at Cariboo Pulp and Paper. Don was very active in sports. Together with George Oliver,

they coached little league and Babe Ruth baseball. Don was a loyal Yankee fan. He was also an avid curler and played in many tournaments with Tom Gurnett. Don and Emma also organized Grey Cup parties at the Legion with Sherman Blair. Don loved fishing with his family out west of Quesnel where he and daughter Maureen would have competitions to see who could catch the first and biggest fish. Hunting with his son Barry gave Don great joy, where getting that moose was a must. Long time friend Karl Johnson and his sons, Richard Marsh and others were often part of the hunting party as well. Don was a life member

of Legion Branch 94 (active member for 65 years), served on the executive for many years, worked on the trades fair and many more events. He was also a life member of the Quesnel Masonic Lodge. Don will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. A service and tea was held at the Legion hall on Oct. 12th at 2 pm. The family would like to thank all their friends and relatives for their support at this time.

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Quesnel & District Chamber of Commerce 19th Annual Business Excellence Awards The nine award categories are: 1. BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR: Criteria: • Sets an example as a dedicated business leader • Projects a positive image in the community • Works to motivate and encourage other entrepreneurs 2. BUSINESS OF THE YEAR: Criteria: • Provides excellent product or services and stands behind their product • Maintains good customer relationships • Upholds an active role in the community 3. EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR: Criteria: • Demonstrates initiative and enthusiasm for the job • Performs the job above and beyond expectations and/or provides exemplary customer service • Works with a team spirit and provides a positive work place 4. CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD: Criteria: • Consistently provides reliable, friendly customer service • Goes above and beyond to meet customers needs 5. COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD: Criteria: • A business, community service group, or non-profit organization • Whose participation in the community has significantly benefited others • Has contributed by giving back to the community with time, product, donations and/or support

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6. HOME BASED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR: Criteria: • Maintains good customer relationships • Provides excellent product or services and stands behind their product • Works towards growing their business through successful and innovative marketing 7. GO GREEN AWARD: Criteria: • Any business or organization that has taken steps this year to reduce their environmental impact 8. TOURISM EXCELLENCE AWARD: Criteria: • Provides and/or promotes an outstanding visitor experience • Actively encourages the growth of Quesnel & Area as a destination • Increases the visibility of Quesnel & Area 9. YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR: Criteria: • Under the age of 30 • In a management or supervisory role or part owner of a business • Demonstrate excellence, innovation or leadership

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Quesnel Visitor Centre located at 703 Carson toAvenue, Quesnel, BC V2J 2B6 Please return nomination forms and support information the Quesnel Visitor Centre located at PhoneAvenue, 250-992-8716 703 Carson Quesnel, BCor V2Jfax 2B6toor250-992-2181. fax to 250-992-2181.

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Timely Christmas suggestion – Kazuri jewelry paign. Resources from the Campaign are invested directly at community level, with Again this year, Gold grassroots organizaPan Grannies presents tions that provide Kazuri Jewelry in a grandmothers and the pre-Christmas sale at children in their care St. John’s community with supports that Hall, Oct. 26 – 27. include food, educaDesigned and handtional supplies, unimade at the Kazuri forms and school fees, factory in Nairobi, medical care, HIV Kenya, the mostly counselling and testwomen artisans create ing, adequate housing every single bead by and bedding, counhand, from the raw selling and support clay to the finished groups, home visits, piece. and much more. Established in 2007 Quesnel’s Gold Pan as a not-for-profit Grannies have set up company Kazuri a display of Kazuri Jewelry: the GrandJewelry in the Art mother Connection, started with the goal Kazuri jewelry is on display in the arts foyer of the Arts and Rec Centre until the sale Gallery display winOct. 26 – 27 in the Anglican Church hall. Annie Gallant photo dow at the Arts and to employ marginalRecreation Centre. ized African women age and daycare. stepped forward to care for GPG Olive Walsh enand to make the jewelry Proceeds from the facmillions of children oravailable as a fundraiser for tory sales go in part to the phaned by AIDS, sometimes courages everyone to have a look at the beautifully grandmothers groups across Stephen Lewis Foundation as many as ten to fifteen in Canada. which supports the grandone household. They display crafted jewelry and drop by Gold Pan Granny Joan mother to grandmother astonishing reserves of love, the sale. “Shopping for this jewelry McNaughton visited the campaign and other projcourage and emotional rebrings the African culture fair-trade factory in Kenya ects, while the balance silience, even while grieving to Canada and it’s shopping and was amazed by the hap- of the proceeds go to the the loss of their own adult with a conscience,” she said. py environment where the factory costs, transportation children. The public can purchase women sing and chat while and taxes. Canadians have raised an Kazuri Jewelry Oct 26, 2 – they work. The employees African grandmothers are astonishing $16.5 million 9 p.m. and Oct 27, 10 a.m. are paid an honest wage to central to the life of their for African grandmothers – 4 p.m. in the Anglican support their families and communities. With almost through the Grandmothers Church hall, 465 Kinchant also receive medical coverno support, they have to Grandmothers CamSt. ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter

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HILDEGARD ROSIN Born on the island of Saremaa in Estonia on November 21, 1922. Passed away in Quesnel, BC on October 13, 2012. Mourned by her Daughter, Evi (Brian) Black, two Grandsons Ian (Pam) and Daryl (Laura) and 2 Great Granddaughters Leslie and Amelia. Hilda had a life that was caught up in the turmoils of the Second World War. She fled with her parents to Sweden where they lived for several years, and where she married Alexander Rosin. The whole family immigrated to Canada and Hilda lived for over 50 years in Vernon. She moved to Quesnel for the last 6 years of her life as her health deteriorated from Alzheimers. The family would like to thank first Wildwood Assisted Living for 4 wonderful years. Then, Hilda moved to Maple House for her last 2 years. Many, many thanks to the wonderful caring staff there. Thank you, too, to Dr. Craig for her kindness. Burial will take place in the Vernon Cemetery, Friday, October 19th at 11:00 a.m., next to her husband Alexander. Clayton’s Funeral Directors entrusted with the arrangements.

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Lifestyles

Annie Gallant Lifestyles Editor

Relay for Life wants to recruit YOU ANNIE GALLANT Observer Reporter The call is out. Canadian Cancer Society is asking volunteers to commit to Relay for Life 2013, with as few as 8 – 10 hours a month beginning in January. Quesnel is pleased to report a new hand on the tiller, with Michelle Godfrey stepping into the Volunteer Leadership chair position. “We’re looking for new energy, new ideas and a whole lot of new faces in this year’s lead up to Relay on May 25,” Godrey said. “Volunteers are at the heart and soul of Relay for Life. Without the dedicated team of volunteers in Quesnel, the Canadian Cancer Society would not be able to provide the Relay experience that celebrates those living with cancer, those we’ve lost to cancer and those who are fighting to eradicate cancer.” She went on to say Relay volunteers can chose which of the four areas they’d be most happy working with including teams, survivors, luminaries and May 25 logistics. Across the province, 1,000 volunteers are needed beginning in January and another 2,000 volunteers to manage the event days. In Quesnel, core volunteers begin the tasks of encouraging team participation, working with survivors, organizing luminaries and of course, ensuring Relay day is as smooth and enjoyable for participants and volunteers as possible. “I’m a volunteer as well, but I can’t do it alone and the Canadian Cancer Society is always in need of people who are willing to share their time, energy and skills for the cancer cause and that includes the premier fundraiser, Relay for Life,” Godfrey said. With the launch of the 2013 online Relay for Life registration, teams can sign up right now and begin their fundraising efforts. For those unfamiliar with Relay for Life, it’s a 12-hour fundraising event that takes place in more than 50 communities in B.C. and Yukon as well as across the country. Teams of 10 – 15 people relay to help the CCS fund vital cancer research, support Canadians living with cancer and advocates for public policies to improve the health of Canadians. To find out how to get involved contact Michelle, 778-414-1222 or Cathy, 250747-1739.

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LIFESTYLES

Bernie and Red to perform in Elks Hall in Quesnel’s west side Bernie and Red Entertainment Popular Comedy entertainers return. Husband and wife comedy and music team Bernie and Red will be back shortly, with a whole brand new show. The comedy/ musical duo have been entertaining audiences in Quesnel for 10 years with the majority of people attending year after year. This is their annual visit to our area and includes concerts in Prince George, Quesnel and Williams Lake. Their Quesnel performance will be at the Elks Hall, Oct. 20. Since their last visit here, Bernie and Red have been busy with their winter tour of the southern U.S., numerous summer concerts in B.C. and the U.S. and come here directly from the UK where they performed in Wales and in their home town of Liverpool, yes, that Liverpool. They both grew up there and met as teenagers before marrying and emigrating to Canada, and yes, they were regulars at the Cavern and saw the Beatles live on countless occasions. Their winter tour is an annual event. They’ve been in Arizona, California and Texas for the past 10 years and as a result they have a large fan base in the U.S. southwest. Since their last visit here they have released two new CD’s, both recorded live, on location in B.C. and made up of the material which they feature on stage in their most recent shows. Bernie and Red are well known for poking fun at the retirement lifestyle of many Canadians, their signature tune, as it were, is “SKI Club”, the story of a retired couple who are Spending the Kids Inheritance (S.K.I. get it?). These two new CD’s feature more of the same, lots of comedy and a number of funny

originals, including a humorous look at the “Dancing with the Stars” phenomenon entitled “Waltz Across Wal-Mart.” A piece of show biz history will be on view during this year’s tour. On a thrift store visit several years ago, Bernie found a pair of trousers that were custom made and worn by the famous comedy legend Red Skelton. He’ll be wearing them on this tour. Billed as a comedy and music act, the comedy is an integral part of this show and because of their upbringing, there is a definite British flavour, although, with more than 30 years of performing to North American audiences there’s lots of Canadian material too. Although they have lived in Canada since the mid 70’s, they return annually to the UK, a trip which is also an opportunity to “re-charge their

the crowds continue to come back for more” Red said. “And as long as they return, we’ll deliver the goods.” You can learn much more about Bernie and Red by visiting their website www. bernieandred.com

batteries” as it were. “There is still a difference between British and Canadian comedy” Bernie said. “And we like to feel that we are able to make the British humour which we feature in our show, a bit more accessible to Canadians.” “Our trips to the UK enable us to get back to our roots and the feisty verbal interchanges that are part and parcel of big city life in the UK,” explains Red. Although, interestingly enough, it was the big city life that they wanted to get away from when they emigrated to

Canada in the 1970’s, and they succeeded, eventually settling on a small acreage and raising livestock and ultimately half an acre of organic blueberries. “I picked over 1,000 lbs of them this summer,” Bernie said. “I’m looking forward to getting on the road and having a rest!” After 40 years in show biz, there are no signs of slowing down for Bernie and Red. Their calendar has bookings right through 2013. “We seem to have found a recipe for a funny and entertaining show and

You can also find them on Facebook; just go to Facebook. com/bernieandred Pre-sold tickets for dinner and the performance at $30 each, are available for all their performances, call Val at 250-992-8506.

Doors open for cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner is served at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. The Quesnel Elks would like to thank everyone who has supported them over the years when they host Bernie and Red.

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LIFESTYLES

Community garden seasons ends This week sees for the timbers the Quesnel Comused in the conmunity Garden struction. wrapping up its In 2012 the third season. This Quesnel Commonth ends a great munity Garden growing season for became a member the garden. Big imof the Seed Sanctuprovements includary of Canada and ed the cleaning up grew out golden and planting of the flax, calendula and fence line and some multi-hued quinoa new raised beds, as for seed saving. well as the addition Next season of the great new we hope to build gazebo. The garden some new raised provided more than beds to accom150 grocery bags of modate some of produce to charity Each year the garden grows and with it the public interest in what’s happening. Next year the residents at including Salvation organizers hope to include Maeford gardeners in their plans. Maeford Place Army and Seasons Ellen Boutotte photo who are interHouse kitchens this ested in growing Caladonia for extending us season. We saw an increased surprising how productive vegetables. a city lot can be and how the use of the greenhouse interest in the garden this The Community Garden many people it can feed. for early starts this spring, year with many stopping in is located in North Quesnel Four new signs were Quesnel Rotary Club for just to admire the garden off Shephard Street, behind added to our sponsorship funding the purchase of and many looking for someQJSS. tree, designed by local some new tools as well as thing to eat. The Quesnel Anyone interested in artist Yvonne Dixon. They the materials to construct Community Garden strives becoming a member should are Baker Creek Enhancethe gazebo and finally Merto encourage and educate contact the Women’s Rement Society for continual cury Custom Woodmilling about composting and local source Centre or come and support, College of New for donating the millwork urban food production, it’s visit the garden next spring.

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CAPSULE COMMENTS With Jessica Joly B.Sc. (Pharm)

In 1900, in the U.S., nearly one-third of all new babies never reached the age of five. The major diseases that took these children were whooping cough, diphtheria, scarlet fever and rheumatic fever. As well, women often died of “childbirth fever”, a serious streptococcal infection of the vagina. One of the unsung heroes of medication history is hydrocortisone. It was discovered sixty years ago and has been a wonderful solution to people suffering from itchy and inflamed skin conditions. The drug is found in creams and ointments and is available without a prescription. Our pharmacists can advise you on the proper use of this product. Singing in a choir is good for your health. Scientific studies have proven that singers have longer lives, use fewer prescriptions, have better cognitive skills, better vision, volunteer more often and have long-lasting marriages. One more thing: 93% of choir singers vote in elections! Asthma-sufferers note: about one-third of asthma patients do not use their inhalers correctly. This means they are not getting the proper dose of medication to help the condition. This applies to both the spray-type and dry powder inhalers. Our pharmacists can check your technique on your asthma inhalers to help you get the most from these drugs. Check with us when you get them refilled.

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Community Calendar SPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS WEDNESDAY

FRIDAY

TUTOR TRAINING, learn to help adult learners, every Wednesday evening Oct. 17 and 24, 6 – 9 p.m., Literacy Quesnel Society office, Rm 2056, 488 McLean Street. To register call Rebecca, 778-414-9119.

ANNUAL CRAFT SALE Seniors’ Centre Nov. 16, 2 – 8 p.m., Nov. 17, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Lunch available.

THURSDAY BLACKWATER PADDLERS AGM Oct. 18, 7 p.m. Shiraoi House. Special presentations, refreshments provided. For information contact Ron Watteyne, 250-992-2855.

The Quesnel Church

But the hour comes and now is when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth. God is a spirit and they must worship him in spirit and in truth. Please join us.

Call 747-3178. Ask for Kim.

SATURDAY PRAYER CANADA BREAKFAST TO HONOUR MAYOR MARY SJOSTROM Oct. 20, 8:30 a.m., Shiraoi House. Tickets $10. For information call 250-9927633.

ONGOING EVENTS DARTS! New dart players sought for 2012-13 season. Mixed dart league. No experience necessary. Every Tuesday night at 6:45 at Elks Lodge. Call Steven, 250-992-5794 for information. GRIEFSHARE weekly sessions Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., workbook is $15. For information and registration contact Carol, 250-992-5369, Debbie, 250-747-

1500 or Northstar Church, 250-9928830. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY YARN CLUB meets the second and fourth Thursday afternoon, 1 – 3 p.m. in the library activity room. RESEARCHING YOUR FAMILY HISTORY? NEED HELP WITH A BRICK WALL? Quesnel Genealogy Society meetings are the second Tuesday of the month, September to June at 1490 Beryl Street, 7 p.m. For information contact 250-992-7211. WHIST AND CRIB at the Scandanavian Club first and third Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Quensel Seniors’ Centre. For information call 250-7471323. FREE QUITSMOKING SESSIONS every other Monday evening 5 – 6:30 p.m. at Public Health Unit (call for exact dates, 250-

991-7571) or every other Wednesday 1 – 2 p.m. at Chronic Disease Management, (call for exact dates, 250-985-5657.) NORTH CARIBOO GYMKHANA Monday evenings, Alex Fraser Park, 6:30 p.m. Must bring horse council card. Three events held weekly from leadliner to adult. For information email dmverge@hughes. net or call Jen, 250992-9227 or visit facebook page, North Cariboo Gymkhana. KERSLEY HORSE CLUB gymkhana every Tuesday night, 6:30 p.m. Cost, $3 per night per horse for all three events, barrels, poles and stakes, memberships are $10 for individual, $25 for family. 2801 Otter Road in Kersley, behind the Alamo Diner. For information call Chelsea, 250-747-1632 or

just show up. YOUTH CENTRE open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 2:30 – 5:30 p.m. Rock climbing bookings accepted for Saturday birthday parties, call 250-9836920 to check availability. QUESNEL ABORIGINAL ARTS GROUP, looking for Aboriginal artists and crafters interested in joining a group to support and promote local Aboriginal arts and crafts entrepreneurs. Anyone interested in joining contact Sandra Moore, quesnelaboriginalartsgroup@ gmail.com or 250925-1069. FRIENDS OF BARKERVILLE regular meetings, first Wednesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., Wee Chippee Restaurant. For information call 250-992-2008.

VOICES FOR NORTH CARIBOO SENIORS every third Thursday at Legion Hall, 2 p.m. PEER DEVELOPMENT QUESNEL offers free peerfacilitated programming for adults with mental illness and or addiction. Groups run every other Tuesday, 10 a.m. – noon in the large group room of the Westside Mental Health and Addictions Centre, 395 Elliot Street. For information call 250-985-5832 or email QUE-peerdev.@ northernhealth.ca. AUXILIARY TO G.R. BAKER HOSPITAL LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS. Meetings are first Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m. in hospital lower boardroom. Orientation provided, police record check required. Pick up application at Hospital Gift Shop or contact Florence

White, 250-992-5635 or Barb Glover 250992-5298. DOG AGILITY WITH KAY WHITEHEAD owner and trainer of four agility trial champions, and the instructor of many others. Call 250-992-3881 for details. PEER DEVELOPMENT QUESNEL offers free, peerfacilitated programming for adults with a mental illness. The group runs every other Tuesday, 10 a.m. – noon. For information call 250-985-5832 or email QUE-peerdev@ northernhealth.ca. Meetings and Special Events, Workshops, Signups and Non-proﬁt Groups will run in the Sunday or Wednesday edition. The deadline for the Wednesday Observer is Monday at noon, and the deadline for the weekend edition is Wednesday at 5 pm. All meeting notices and regular submissions to Community Calendar must be renewed every three months. Due to the volume of material, we clear the column every three months and only print newly submitted material.

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Sports

Jonas Gagnon Sports Reporter

Rollercoaster weekend ‘Roos ride out downs to ﬁnish the ﬁrst weekend on a high point ‘Roos celebrate a goal in Sunday’s hard fought game against the Kitimat Ice Demons. Jonas Gagnon photo

JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter The ‘Roos opening weekend had enough ups and downs to satisfy any carnival attendee, with a shoot out loss and a comeback win to keep the fans energized for the coming season. With more than 800 fans in attendance for each of the games, the arena was packed and ready to cheer. The ‘Roos came into the game sitting in a game deficit, as both the Omineca Ice and Kitimat Ice Demons had played a pre-season tournament, which offers a great start to the season, Kozak said. “There’s a big difference between practicing to playing,” he said. The ‘Roos lost their first game against the Omineca Ice, 6-5 in a shootout and stole the win from the Kitimat Demons in a 4-2 final on Sunday afternoon. The ‘Roos started their season with a supercharged game against the Ice that shot right past the 60 minute mark into a goal-for-goal shoot out, which they eventually lost. Both teams came charging out of the gates into the first period, with Omineca seeing the fruits of their labour early on, when Mitch Philpott managed to slot the puck past ‘Roos tender Ryan Menderson, just 1:22 into the first. Not even three minutes later, the ‘Roos answered back off the stick of Harley Gilcks, assisted by Justin Foulton and Levon Johnston. The same trio made magic

once again, not four minutes later, with 11:47 left in the first, to give the ‘Roos the lead. The period continued with a lot of action and a lot of talking, in front of the net. All of which cumulated in a dust up in front of the Omineca net between Waylon L’Heureux and David Gordon from the Ice. After the ensuing discussion between refs, the ‘Roos ended up one man down, with an additional roughing penalty for Joel Boyetchko. The Ice capitalized on the penalty to tie it up with less than a minute remaining in the first, when Tyrell Turgeon found the back of the net. In the second, the slightly winded ‘Roos hit the ice, but weren’t able get a handle on the period through the first 10 minutes; the first period’s excitement had taken a toll, said Kozak. “Our guys were so hyped to play the game, so our thing was to try to calm them down. They lost a lot of energy before the game even started. That first period was such an emotional thing. We hemmed them in, our shots were two to one 14-7 until they had back to back power plays and got four shots and scored a goal. Second period, you could see guys were dying and we had to get back to basics, making simple plays,” he said. Manderson did his best to keep the floundering ‘Roos in the game, including a nice stop on a tricky round-the-back pass in front of the net that had Manderson sprawled, stopping it with pads in the air.

The Ice kept the pressure up, out shooting the ‘Roos, until it finally payed off with a goal at 8:47 into the second to put them ahead 3-2. Not two minutes later they followed up with their second in the period to put them up on the ‘Roos by two. Kozak called for a breather that seemed to work as the ‘Roos started to work their way back into the game. The ‘Roos almost closed the period with a goal, as the puck skittered around in the crease with no goalie behind it, but it couldn’t quite make it home, leaving the ‘Roos down 4-2 going into the final period. The ‘Roos weren’t able to capitalize on a vestigial power play going into the third, but it didn’t take them long to open the gates. It was Gilks, within two minutes of the whistle, who found the key for and completed his hat trick for the game. Less than half a minute later, Spencer Holmes nabbed the equalizer to great fanfare. With the game close and physical, there were more than a few parliaments around the Ice’s goaltender to discuss the finer points of hockey. After 10 minutes of play, the Ice took the lead again, making for a tense atmosphere in the Twin Arenas. The ‘Roos didn’t give up through to the final minutes of play, when Justin Fulton

brought the ‘Roos back into a tie game with 2:22 left in the final period. Despite a tense moment after an Ice player rushed the goal, which resulted in a penalty for the Ice instead of the goal it looked like it might have been, the clock ticked down to a tie in regular time. The resulting shootout was a back and forth affair, as the first four goals were tagteamed. Paul Girodat nabbed the first goal of the shootout, which was quickly made null by the Ice’s Tyrell Turgeon in the next shot. The Ice’s Kalen Bird was the next to outwit a goalie and the ‘Roos’ Holmes

followed, keeping the shootout tied. Omineca’s Cam Kilbreath opened up the scoring again soon after, which was kept in check by the next shooter, Levon Johnson. Rodney Funk broke the back-to-back pattern in the next shot by scoring for the Ice, a feat that wasn’t matched, resulting in the Ice’s win. “Lot of new players on the team and we’re still trying to get used to playing with each other still, but by the third period, there we started to pick up a little bit. We had a strong first and third and lost the game in the second,” L’Heureux said. see PAGE A18

QUESNEL KANGAROOS ARE ON THE ROAD Sat. Oct. 20, 2012 - VS Williams Lake Stampeders @ 7:30 pm

Go ‘Roos Go

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SPORTS

A hard fought loss and win begin ‘Roos season

Levon Johnson crashes his way through an Omineca Ice player to clear the puck in the ‘Roos first game of the season. Jonas Gagnon photo

from PAGE A17 Coming off the loss and diving right back into the game the next night was made easy by fan support, L’Heureux said. “Everyone’s morale was up, because we’ve had good fan support. We get 900 plus fans, which keeps everyone’s heads up at home because we want to give a good show for the community. Overall our team felt we played pretty good for our first game of the season, so it wasn’t that hard to come off that loss,” he said.

Sunday’s match was a counterpoint to the back-and-forth, frenetic play of the previous game. The game started on a low boil that crept up to a bubbling end. The ‘Roos learned from the Omineca game and eased their way into the game instead of charging in and using their energy up in the first. In the first period, the teams spent most of their time in neutral territory, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing, trying to adjust to a strong Ice Demons team.

Quesnel

“The first period, I liked the way they played the game. They have a good system; they forecheck well, they penalty kill well and we had to adjust to it a bit. Our plan was to get on their defense. They like to rim it around the wall, so we took away the wall. We adjusted to their team well,” Kozak said. It wasn’t until deep into the first, with under three minutes left, that an Ice Demon was able to slide the puck past Manderson in a scrimmage in front of the net. Down one nothing, the Kangaroos kept banging away, but were unable to make anything count, despite ramping up the pressure through to the end of the first. With a disciplined first under their belt, the ‘Roos came back into the second ready to keep up the momentum they had begun to collect. The ‘Roos got even with the Demons 3:34 into the second, with Curtis Gassoff slipping it behind the Demon’s tender. Three minutes later, the Demons would keep the game interesting by putting the hometown team down a goal, again, after a bad pass by

Minor Hockey

Bantam Rep Tournament Oct. 19 -21, 2012 Oct. 19

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Quesnel vs Smithers

Oct. 20

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Dawson Creek vs Quesnel

Oct. 20

6 - 8 pm

Quesnel vs Westside

Playoffs

Oct. 21

Novice Oct. 17

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Black/Green

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Manderson behind the net ended on the stick of an Ice Demon, who passed it in front for their Captain, Derek Wakita to feed it into an empty net. The first half of the third was a tense affair, with the clock slowly winding down as the ‘Roos tried to figure out the Ice Demon’s defense and make something happen. The period heated up slowly until Levon Johnson got his stick on rebound and pounded it through 9:31 into the third, followed a few minutes later, to a large cheer, by Brolin McGowan’s first of the season to go ahead. The Ice Demons, being down for the first time in the game, scrambled to

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Feed & Hay HAY, alfalfa/timothy, 5X5 Net, 1350 # avg, $35-$85ton, trucking arranged, details www.abnechako.ca, 250-563-0829

Merchandise for Sale Firewood/Fuel Firewood for Sale! Cut to order,$125 a cord. Delivery available. Call (250)991-1979

Misc. for Sale SHAVINGS: Clean, compressed. 2 sizes. New Cal Rabbit Farm. 250-395-3336. STEEL BUILDINGS - Canadian made! - Reduced prices now! 20X22 $4,455. 25X26 $4,995. 30X38 $7,275. 32X50 $9,800. 40X54 $13,995. 47X80 $19,600. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

Misc. Wanted WANTED: Old lever action Winchester & Marlin riﬂes and carbines. Call (250)791-6369

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PANORAMIC 58 Acres along West Fraser RD. 35 Acres in Hay. $135,000. 780-394-7088

Apt/Condos for Sale Large 2 bdrm gr. level suite with w/d hookups. Short term rent. Can be rented to end of May/June. Avbl immediately. $500+dd.Or $550 with washer/dryer. No smoking/parties. Util. separate. Location on Baker Dr.Call 250-992-5128 or 250-983-4213 and lv. msg.

Commercial/ Industrial Property Commercial Space for rent in Quesnel City Centre , excellent for retail restaurants, ofﬁce or medical. 7 Room ofﬁce in one existing space @ 269 ,279 Barlow Ave call 1-604731-8389

Farms

1241 Lark Avenue Located in the desirable Uplands area Spacious 2 bdrm, 2 bath suites Free Hot Water

Members of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program

Suites, Lower

References required.

WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr. 35 acre hay/pasture farm on Hwy 97 south of Quesnel. 1640 sq ft house with attached garage, large heated shop, metal Hay barn, pond out back of house. Very close to town and all conveniences. Contact Richard Poitras @ 780-217-1591 or email eagleoilfield@live.ca

For Sale By Owner PRICE REDUCED $199,900 Renovated house, 572 Wilson Street. 4 Bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. 250-992-5471 or 250983-6316

Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Move-In Incentives Available. Call 250-992-8949

Duplex / 4 Plex

Apt/Condo for Rent

DUPLEX FOR RENT - DRAGON LAKE AREA - 3 BEDROOM UPSTAIRS UNIT NEWER KITCHEN AND BATHROOM 1180 SQ FT HOT WATER HEAT - DOWNSTAIRS UNIT 2 BEDROOM 1150 SQ FT HEATED FLOORS - 850/MONTH LARGE YARD CONTACT RICHARD @ 780-217-1591

N Quesnel 2bdrm. Apt., Clean and quiet, references required, caretaker on-site $625/mo. Available immediately. Call (250)992-5994, (250)992-3376.

Townhouses RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean. Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429

For Rent or Lease

Rentals BEAUTIFUL 2br daylight suite. Maple Dr $900 util inc. DW, W/D & large yard. Oct 15 or Nov 1. NS, Refs req. 316-2186

1Bedroom Basement Suite, $350/mo. Available Nov 1st. Call (250)747-4491 2Bdrm. Suite in 4Plex. $625/mo. Available Nov. 1st, call (250)992-5113 North Quesnel - Bright 1 bdrm bsmt suite, utilities included, w/d, $550/mo. (250)992-2362

Commercial/ Industrial 276 Reid St. - 1600 sq ft Downtown core - Street Level - Available Immediately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177 Retail/Ofﬁce Space 146 Barlow St. downtown core - Approx. 1100 sq ft - street level, 1100 sq ft upper level. Can be rented separately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177. Available immediately.

2004 Dodge Ram 4X4

Homes for Rent

250•992•7868

Call Shawna

Transportation

Cars - Domestic 1999 Pontiac Grand Am, 160000 kms, body and interior in excellent condition, engine needs work, 4 brand new Perelli tires. Asking $2000. Call Don at 778-414-3834

Vehicle Wanted WE BUY All Cars! Not, we will Cars/Trucks/Vans. Car today with Phone call to: 8647.

Running or buy it! Sell Any One Free 1-800-551-

1996 Chevy Blazer

New Condition! 141,000 km’s $13,500 Lots of Extras....... Tona cover Phone (250)992-8181

Dark green, Michellin all season tires, AWD, new spark plugs and water pump. Needs work.

$1,200. obo - 250.255.6569

Cars - Domestic

Legal

Legal Notices NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W1592 Please be advised that Ian Lindsay is proposing to remove 96.3 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W1592 located in the vicinity of Nelson Kenny Lake.

Sell your vehicle in the Cariboo Observer Private party ads only (non-commercial) under cars, trucks, SUVs or vans.

Inquires/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Ian Lindsay c/o RR#1 Site 2C Comp 22, Kaleden, BC, V0H 1K0 by November 3, 2012. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Ian Lindsay at 250 497-5080.

WEST Fraser Timber, as holder of Land Based Investment Program Recipient Agreement, invites interested contractors to bid on five (5) Douglas-fir juvenile spacing units in the area of Chimney Lake in the Williams Lake TSA. The five units will be bid and awarded as separate contracts. Interested contractors must register to obtain a viewing package by emailing Bill Layton (layton_bill@yahoo.ca) and include your name, Company name, address, phone numbers and BC Forest Safety Council certification number in the email in return for a Tender package and sample contract in return. Contractors submitting a tender must meet the following prequalification criteria in order to tender a bid: 1. Bidders must be Safe Certified with the BC Safety Council 2. Bidders must have WCB coverage active and in good standing, 3. Bidders must demonstrate the controls and capacity to act as Prime Contractor. Further requirements are listed in the Invitation to Tender. References for your business must be supplied on request.

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