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Recruitment success Northern Health has successfully recruited nearly a dozen Northern Medical Program (NMP) graduates to include in a total of 55 physicians recruited since Jan. 1, 2012 from around the province, country and world. While most of the students in the NMP are still in residency or their five-year specialty training programs, Northern Health has begun to see the program meeting the needs of communities and families of northern B.C. Members of the first graduating class are
One person is dead following a vehicle collision Friday. March 15 around 9 a.m. the Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services responded to a two vehicle crash on Highway 97 just south of Ten Mile Lake. Upon arriving on scene, emergency service personnel found that a passenger in one of the vehicles was deceased. Although it is early in the investigation, police have determined a tow truck working in the area on an unrelated matter resulted in the south bound traffic coming to a stop. One of the vehicles in this line of south bound traffic pulled out into the north bound lane in an attempt to continue south. This resulted in a head on collision with a north bound pickup. A passenger in the southbound vehicle succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash. At this time causal factors are not known, however Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic, North District Collision Analyst and the BC Coroners Service continue to investigate. Weather and road conditions were less then desirable, and the RCMP are asking the public to drive for the conditions of the Deanna Oenema Deanna Oenema road. Anyone who may have witnessed this Mortgage Broker Mortgage Broker crash, or has any information pertaining250.395.1912 to 1.877.468.4722 the collision are asked to call the RCMP1.877.468.4722 or deannaoemna@invis.ca deannaoenema@invis.ca Crime stoppers. Invis - The Oenemen Group 10801 Invis-The Oenema Group 10801
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Do you have a green thumb? Maybe you do and don’t know it! This article is the first in a 3-part series on how to Just Grow It! brought to you by the Quesnel Climate Action Committee. The second article in this series will discuss back yard composting and the final article will outline container gardening. ardening is endlessly rewarding and you can’t eat food grown closer to home than from your own backyard. It is easy to learn how to grow low-cost, tasty and healthy vegetables for you and your family. As an added benefit, you’ll be helping the planet by participating in local food production and decreasing your carbon footprint. Step 1 – Prepare your ground: Location Location - Location Choose a garden location and remove all the vegetation (you may need a rototiller for this). Make sure you choose a location with long hours of sunlight.
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Quesnel Climate Action Group Enrich the soil with organic material. Manure from barnyard animals can do wonders. Make sure the poop is completely composted so you don’t get all those nasty seeds in your soil. Thoroughly rake the soil to pull out all the little stones, break up bigger clumps of earth and mix in manure. Compost and peat moss are also good soil amendments. Step 2 – Planning your garden: the devil is in the details I know, you thought this next section was going to be planting not planning your garden. But planning what, when and where to grow is a key step to having a productive garden. Your garden plan should
ideally have rows run from north to south (when rows run east-west, a tall crop in a south row can easily shade out a shorter crop in the next row north.) If the garden is on any kind of slope, make the rows run across the slope rather than up and down, or your garden (and all its soil) will migrate to the bottom of the hill in the first heavy rain. Plan for tall plants (sunflowers, peas, beans) to be on the northern and eastern sides of the plot. Timing is key – plan to plant the fast maturing plants like radish, lettuce, peas and spinach in oneweek intervals for four weeks so the plants don’t all mature at once. Step 3 - ready, get set, grow! Sowing the seeds Mark your row with stakes at each end and stretch a line between them so you plant straight rows, or you can sew seeds in a patch if you’re not a straight row type. Make furrows barely 1 cm deep for small seeds, and 2 cm deep for the
larger ones. Scatter small seeds evenly and close together. Follow the directions on the seed pack for spacing. Cover seeds with soil and tamp down (pat gently with your hand like your lightly spanking the soil.) Make sure you mark the row or patch. You can use a popsicle stick or the empty seed pack turned upside down on a stick. Now you’re ready to water – seeds must have continuously moist soil around them until they sprout. Check for moisture every day and if the soil seems too dry, water it lightly. Do not overwater: the soil should be damp, but never waterlogged. Thinning and weeding Begin thinning when the seedlings are 3 – 5 cm high. It might seem wasteful to destroy perfectly good seedlings, but it’s a must. If left thick, radishes will not form bulbs, carrots will not grow properly, and lettuce will form undersized heads. Weeds compete for
the available moisture and nutrients. Work out a weeding program. A once- or twice-a-week trip between your garden rows with a hoe will make the world of difference. Watering and mulching Plants need about 40 mm of water each week. During hot, rainless weather, or whenever the garden soil becomes powdery and dry, you will have to water your garden. Remember deep watering is far more effective than brief, shallow watering. Water in the morning or early afternoon, so that leaves can dry off before nightfall. Wet leaves are more susceptible to fungal diseases. Mulch is a soil cover such as leaves, hay, or grass clippings. If you use mulch, you won’t have as much weeding to do. Also a layer of mulch around your plants will conserve moisture in the soil. Using these simple instructions, with a lot of elbow-grease and a little trial and error, you will be ready to Just Grow It!
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Connecting Our Community The Quesnel Community Foundation will celebrate our community at the 12th annual awards gala on April 6th at the Quesnel Seniors Centre. The evening include dinner from River Rock, a live and silent auction, entertainment by Sweet Harmony, and presentations of this year’s grants to local charity groups for valuable community projects. Guests can enjoy the evening and have a Safe Ride Home sponsored by AC&D Insurance Services.
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Sunrise supports A $10,000 contribution from the Quesnel Sunrise Rotary Club was announced today. With this contribution, the Quesnel Sunrise Rotary Club further enhances the multi-centre fundraising efforts. “The Quesnel Sunrise Rotary Club is very pleased to support the Multi-Centre project,” president Debbie Wiens said. “We see a great benefit to everyone in the community.” “Local corporate support for the project is accelerating and that is exciting,” Multi-Centre Fundraising Committee Chair Bernice Heinzelman said. “Thank you to the Quesnel Sunrise Rotary Club for their generous contribution, which brings us that much closer to our goal.” With their contribution, Quesnel Sunrise Rotary Club will purchase 40 seats, 20 in the arena and 20 in the theatre. The North Cariboo Multi-Centre will be a modern facility designed to replace the 62-yearold arena and aging theatre infrastructure. It will feature a 1,600 seat NHL-sized arena, a 450-seat performing arts theatre and accompanying event and assembly area. For more information about the North Cariboo Multi-Centre project or how you can participate in the fundraising efforts, visit www. ourmulticentre.com.
One lucky guest at Quesnel Community Foundation’s 12th Annual Awards Gala will win a Rocky Mountaineer Vacation Package! Experience a train trip on the world famous Rocky Mountaineer as it weaves through the Canadian Rockies on an all daylight trip of a lifetime, valued at $4298. The prize package includes: • A trip for two adults on the First Passage to the West, Journey through the Clouds or Rainforest to Gold Rush Route, travel east bound or west bound on RM in Gold Leaf Service. • hot breakfast and lunch prepared by talented GoldLeaf chefs, served in the elegant GoldLeaf Service dining room on-board the train both days (hors d’oeuvres are also included for those travelling eastbound to Calgary onboard the train on day two.) • complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks • overnight hotel accommodation at the end of day one in Kamloops or Quesnel, depending on which route you take. • bus transfers to and from your accommodation in either Kamloops or Quesnel. • Thank you to Rocky Mountaineer for their generous support of our community. We invite you to join us! Tickets are $50 and are available at Sun Life Financial, Carvers Clothing Company or by calling Cathy 250-747-1739 or emailing qcf@shaw.ca
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hameful and disgusting come to mind when discussing media’s reaction to the conviction of the two high school students who raped a 16-year-old girl. One CNN reporter used cliche phrases such as “watched as their life fell apart” to describe the reaction of the two convicts as they were being sentenced. She even went so far as to state “it was very difficult to watch” as the guilty verdict was begin handed down. Another favourite was sympathy over the judgement both rapists will be registered as sex offenders. “This will haunt them for the rest of their life,” she said, highlighting how difficult it will be to obtain employment for the two. Seriously? Trent Mays, 17 and Ma’lik Richmond, 16, were not only found guilty of sexually assaulting the 16-year-old female, but of photographing her naked body as she lay passed out. The photo was then distributed. Richmond is sentenced to at least one year, Mays double, as he was convicted of distributing the photograph. It’s not even their sentencing (or lack thereof) that is shocking. It’s the fact media turned this case on it’s head by sympathizing with the high school jocks – completely disregarding the actual victim in this case. What message are we sending our children? That alcohol is an excuse? That if a young girl has a “reputation” she is at fault for other’s actions? It’s how society views sexual conduct and, right now, we’re sympathizing with accused rapists’, we are mourning the “end of their lives” and providing excuse after excuse for their deplorable behaviour. It’s up to us to ensure theses types of events and actions are viewed as one of the most deplorable, sickening and shameful acts. It starts at home and it needs to start now. –Autumn MacDonald, Observer
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here was some public business conducted in the final frantic days of the B.C. legislature session last week, but you likely wouldn’t have heard much about it. Premier Christy Clark’s skimpy governing agenda was overshadowed by the delivery of an internal investigation report into her government’s ethnic outreach program. A review by four deputy ministers detailed what reporters already knew from a memo and meeting notes leaked to the NDP. The plan started in the premier’s office, led by Clark’s deputy chief of staff, who resigned as soon as it was made public. A B.C. Liberal Party employee attended the first meeting, expressly intended to organize events to impress immigrant communities, then harvest the goodwill in the form of contact lists for the coming election campaign. After 10,000 e-mails were collected and 27 interviews conducted, they revealed a few significant details. Former multiculturalism minister John Yap knew or should have known that the scheme was being
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B.C. Views kept secret because it was an inappropriate use of government resources. He won’t be back in cabinet, although Clark said he intends to run for re-election in RichmondSteveston. Yap’s executive assistant resigned when the report came out, admitting he helped cover the tracks of political meddling in the hiring of three outreach contractors with sufficient loyalty to the party. Clark insists she knew nothing of this plan. She tabled the investigation report, and then announced that the B.C. Liberal Party had written a $70,000 cheque to the government to cover the estimated cost of the inappropriate political work done by non-political staff. Here’s the part taxpayers may not fully appreciate. There are authorized
payroll. Yiu’s VancouverFraserview candidate page boasts of his ethnic outreach work, which included tirelessly warning B.C.’s Chinese community about the evils of the harmonized sales tax. In fact, it was the NDPYiu operation that inspired a B.C. Liberal copycat plan. The NDP quietly stopped the budget skimming after Doyle pointed out the blindingly obvious, which is that constituency funds are to serve constituents and are not to be diverted to political organizing. It was kept under wraps by the secretive Legislative Assembly Management Committee. This is the B.C. LiberalNDP co-managed trough of undocumented MLA expenses and other questionable payments that Doyle has only recently dragged into the light. Both of these schemes have the same stink. Both are intentional abuse of taxpayers’ money for the political gain of the dominant parties. There is no moral high ground for either of them. Tom Fletcher is reporter for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com.
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political staffers all over the legislature, in the premier’s office, the opposition leader’s office and two teams of caucus employees who spend much of their time digging up dirt on the other party. All are paid by you and me. A line is crossed only when a non-political employee such as a ministry communications director acts on behalf of the party. The main offender in that capacity was one Brian Bonney, whose records suggested he spent half of his time on party work. He quit in February, before the plan was leaked, and the party paid back half of his salary for the 18 months he was on the public payroll. NDP outrage over this was blunted by another leaked document. This one was from a neverreleased 2010 report by Auditor General John Doyle, which condemned a five-year program of skimming money from NDP constituency office budgets all over the province and using it for political work. In a nice bit of symmetry, much of the more than $400,000 was spent to put three-time candidate Gabriel Yiu on the NDP caucus
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Banner year The 2013 Miss Quesnel participants received their official banners. This year’s candidates are: Miss TreSpa Charissa Paras; Miss Quesnel Music Cheyanne Benko; Miss Moose Meadows Farm Danielle Robert; Miss Pen-Y-Bryn Farm Isla Butler; Miss Quesnel Dental Group Megan Swaile; Miss Advanced Aesthetics & Skin Spa Tenille Mackenzie; and Miss Joyful Expressions Tori Watson. Contributed photo
A letter of apology, a letter of hope Editor: I’m not really sure how I am going to share this, but I do, however, know what I want to say. Lately, in the media – YouTube, Facebook, the news – there has been a lot of awareness given to anti-bullying in light of publicly made pleas from victims of bullying. I myself was bullied horribly from grade four through 10, and even after this time frame I really did not see myself as much. I have been called names, physically injured, made fun of for my Christian beliefs and lifestyle, been mocked for being of an ethnic race and have been lead to believe I was not acceptable, not lovable, not desirable and simply not wanted. I have had attacks come from both girls and guys alike for no reason other than simply being different. I hated being different because It made me feel vulnerable. Better
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to be invisible then to fight the assaults of school kids right? Maybe you your self can relate. Maybe you were the victim or the attacker, or even both. I know I have been both. I sometimes slipped up to save my own face. Better to attack than be attacked. Throughout school I just wanted to be loved, noticed and accepted. I wanted a friend. Sure I had lots of people I “knew,” but they didn’t really know me. They did not see the depression, the suicide, the self harm and hate. They did not see the tears from rejection or hear the silent pleas for something different. They never saw the journal prayers for a friend or for the hell to end. No, all they saw was the outer, laughing, loud, energetic, weird me. I did not let them see because I was afraid they would see my problems
and they would decide to leave me. That said, I know I did not have the worst of the deal at school. I know there were many kids worse off than me... but loneliness, rejection, hurt, fear, anger, confusion... it all kills something in the end. Maybe it will kill self esteem, beauty, confidence... love... life. Something always dies. I don’t want this to be a “woe is me, I lived a horrible school life.” I want this to be an apology and a letter of hope. I am so, so, so, sorry for not standing up and saying hi. I am so sorry for not being strong and refusing to silently watch your attacks. I am sorry for not being a friend. You are beautiful, lovable, strong, confident, precious. Life! You are worth it. I was just too dumb and busy surviving to notice. I was too much of a coward to do anything.
I know the fear of “if I stand up for myself or someone else, I will just get beat up worse next time.” Believe me, I know what it’s like to be afraid while walking down a hallway. I know the feeling of sitting quietly at a desk during class knowing it’s the safest place to be. I know. I can’t promise it will get better right away. You might be beat up worse, but just maybe you won’t. Taking a stand might not make you popular, but it will make you safe. Sometimes being strong means having to be weak. Unite with the people that accept you. Be the friend to the lonely kid you walk by every day, then you both are not alone anymore. To have a friend you need to be a friend. Talk to someone, even if it’s the school counsellor. The great thing about counselling is that it’s private and non judgemental. If you
are at harm to yourself or someone else, then yes legally they have to notify authorities. I know asking for help is scary and it can leave you feeling so exposed and vulnerable, but the other side of help is so freeing. I know making that call helped me. One thing I can definitely promise you from my own insight on looking back at school is that the race for popularity ends after high school, if you choose it. Many things that were looked at as “social death” situations in high school are not important at all in the real world. Life has so much opportunity and beauty to give you, so why waste your life trying to blend into the uglier side of society? Be the change you want to see. Speaking to my grad class and anyone else I came across growing up, I know sorry won’t change anything of the past now and I know you
have all moved on from high school. But the truth is scars don’t always heal, words do hurt. I am sorry if I caused them in any way. I pray you can find the healing you need and you can continue on this journey of life here on earth. My own scars from bullying are healing every day, despite the battle. One good thing I can testify to for surviving bullying is that it has taught me compassion and to strive for justice. Choices can give you hell, whether it be your own or from others, but you always have that same choice to do good. I can’t go back and change the past, but I hope to change the now. So I ask you again, please forgive me. Stay strong, be beautiful. Be you! Quesnel Editor’s note: Name withheld as per letter writer’s request.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Quesnel’s executive director Maggie Bello, left gratefully accepts a cheque from Telus Service Manager, Rod Peck, for $1,500. The funds will be used to build capacity for mentoring.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING March 25, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 410 Kinchant Street Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1716, 136 Leonard Street
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Walk’in Acres to process poultry again this year
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The purpose of the application is to rezone the subject property to RS-1s to permit one secondary suite in the Single Detached Dwelling. Written submissions regarding the proposed amendment may be submitted to City Hall by 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 to be included in the meeting agenda. Oral and written submissions will be received at the Public Hearing by registering with the Deputy Corporate Administrator prior to meeting commencement. No further information or representations from the public can be considered by City Council after the public hearing has been terminated. The proposed amending bylaw and further information on the application may be inspected at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5 between 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Telephone enquiries should be directed to the Planning Department at (250) 992-2111. Jillian Stockburger, Planning Technician March 15, 2013
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NOTICE is given pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act that an application has been made for an amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 1662, 2009. A Public Hearing on the proposed bylaw is scheduled for March 25, 2013 commencing at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall.
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freezing and the family fear the worst. Assuming Baby had survived the cold morning and hadn’t been eaten or killed, nothing short of a miracle was going to save him. “I awoke Saturday morning to frost on the ground and a terrible feeling in the pit of my stomach that Baby was gone,” he said. “We all felt awful.” That feeling was short-lived however. Lacklan’s Aunt Maria called that morning to say “Anyone missing a cockatiel?” was posted on Crooked Leg Ranch’s Facebook page. James raced to the computer and contacted Fauna Eyford from the non-profit animal rescue association. Baby was safe and sound in his cage (with the door closed) by Saturday night. According to Fauna, Baby had made his way to the field at Quesnel junior secondary and about 4:30 p.m. was spotted by one of the teachers. The teacher noticed a
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number of crows dive-bombing something on the field. When they went to investigate, they found a cockatiel sitting in the snow. When they called the SPCA, who refused to take it, the teacher called the bylaw office and Willow Eyford rescued the cockatiel and called her sister to say she was dropping off a bird. “I was really holding out for a happy ending, but I finally had to assume the worst. I guess sometimes miracles do happen,” James said. After returning home, the family was concerned Baby might develop pneumonia after prolonged exposure to the elements, but Baby is right as rain and back to his usual antics. “He appears to be no worse for wear,” James happily reported. “We very much appreciate the efforts of Crooked Leg Ranch. It’s not clear what would have happened to Baby had they not been in operation. “Even if he did survive, it’s likely we never would have seen him again.”
Quesnel’s District Parent Advisory Council is sponsoring a workshop with Gary Anaka, respected brain-based learning facilitator, March 25, 7 – 8:30 p.m. at Correlieu Theatre. The workshop, How to Grow a Child’s Brain, promotes active living and learning to build the best brain. With the right conditions and appropriate support, the brain can grow to its fullest potential setting the path for life-long learning. However, it takes years of well-chosen experiences interacting with teachers, parents, elders and the community to wire the billions of complex neural circuits need for such learning as language, emotions, math, logic and others. This optimistic presentation demonstrates how to do this in a fun and interactive way. Participants will gain priceless leading techniques and information from neuroscience. Anaka is the number one brain-based learning facilitator in B.C. today. He is a learning assistance specialist, with more than 32 years of classroom teaching experience. He has presented professional development workshops to thousands of teachers, care givers, parents and children all over B.C. and across Canada since 1997. His energetic and lively sessions model meaningful and practical support for helping children to reach their potential. Anaka’s sessions are always filled with humour to grow the brain and optimism to support teachers, caregivers and parents to help children become life-long learners. He is also the author of two books on brain development. Care givers, parents and children need to know “if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it, early.” For information call Therese Galloway, 250983-9022.
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Lifestyles Coral Marie Law
The family of Coral Marie Law sadly announce her passing on March 9th at Granite Falls, WA. A memorial service & tea will be held at the Elks Hall, 202 Anderson Dr., 2 PM Saturday March 23rd.
All are welcome In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would also be appreciated.
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International Women’s Day The Quesnel Women’s Resource Centre held an event in conjunction with the Quesnel Art Gallery on March 8, 2013 to celebrate International Women’s Day. The event was held at the Quesnel Art Gallery and included their March exhibit “Artimesians” which was named in honour of Artemesia Gentileschi, a woman painter during the Renaissance period. A film was shown titled, Pray the Devil Back to Hell. It chronicles the remarkable story of the courageous Liberian women came together to end a bloody civil war and bring peace to their shattered country. These women won the Nobel Peace Prize for their amazing work. There were approximately 90 people in attendance. The Quesnel Women’s Resource Centre would like to thank everyone who so generously sponsored this event. Left to right: Heather Chachula, OVISTA project coordinator; Susan Scott, WRC co-ordinator; Robyn Jackson, third year nursing student volunteer. Contributed photo
The Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Invasive Plant Committee is hosting a series of presentations and public meetings to discuss 2013/2014 Regional Strategic Planning Issues within the Cariboo Regional District 100 Mile House: Williams Lake: Quesnel: WHO:
APRIL 5, 2013 at 1:00 pm at the South Cariboo Recreation Center, 100 Mile House, BC APRIL 5, 2013 at 6:30 pm at the Williams Lake Library Program Room, Williams Lake, BC APRIL 6, 2013 at 9:00 am at the Quesnel Library Program Room, Quesnel, BC Anyone interested in Invasive Plant Management within the Cariboo Regional District Contact us: info@cccipc.ca
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Local Boy Honoured Superintendent Bruce Harford On February 7, 2013, Superintendent Bruce Harford of the British Columbia Ambulance Service was awarded the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal in a ceremony held at the Minnekhada Lodge in Coquitlam. Bruce, the eldest son of Stan and Lauretta, was born in Quesnel and grew up in the Dragon Lake area. He began his Public Safety career in 1978 with the Provincial Ambulance Service in Quesnel as a student volunteer. He worked briefly as a Paramedic in northern Alberta before returning to Quesnel, and ultimately accepted a career position with what is no the British Columbia Ambulance Service (BCAS) in the Lower Mainland, where he has filled a number of frontline, supervisory and leadership roles over the decades. His credits include a Federal assignment to Eastern Europe, and a couple stints with Law Enforcement agencies in both Canada and the United States, including twenty years as a RCMPolice Auxiliary Constable in Burnaby and Quesnel. He has represented BCAS as a liaison to Hong Kong and Macau, and held responsibility for Ambulance Logistics and the Internationally Protected Persons Unit during the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. He is a founding signatory of the Pacific Northwest Cross Border agreement, which permits the sharing of Medical and Logistics resources across the entire Canada/U.S. border and is a founding Member of the Alliance of Canadian EMS Honour Guards. He is currently in a leadership role with the Duty Operations group which has operational responsibility for the BC Ambulance Service across the province. He maintains a complimentary role as the Officer in Charge of the BCAS Honour Guard. He is a two-time recipient of the Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal and a U.S. Law Enforcement Medal. Bruce lives in Coquitlam with his wife Elsa and travels extensively, most preferably and often to warmer climates, though his duties often take him all corners of our province.
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Willis Harper and their cluster of unpleasantness in their final game against A&W. Inset: the whole A&W team after winning the playoffs. Jonas Gagnon photo
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The most superest The most superest of all the super leaguers was decided last week, as Willis Harper could not be taken down from the top position and ran away with the honours of victory despite not tasting victory on the night. "It was a team effort. All the boys did really well," Willis Harper skip, Grant Wawryck said. It was the first year for the team and it turned out to be a very successful one. The Child Development Centre took the most points over the regular season and Frank's Supermarket won the 'B' event. It was A&W with the futile win over Willis Harper, 7-2. A&W came out making shots and Willis Harper struggled, as they had already clinched the title. Willis Harper could not be caught on the final night of super league curling. Investors Group took down Billy Barker, 7-4. Billy B's skip came through when the chips were down and nearly snatched victory from the jaws of defeat, but just missed a tough
double take out to force extra ends. Investors Group were happy to finish on a winning note. DLE took down CDC in a game that didn't see much action. In the end, it was DLE that took the lone point for a 1-0 win over CDC. JAR and Karin's Deli fought a for the win in a close game, with JAR coming out on top, 7-6. JAR and Karin traded point for point, end for end in the hard-scrabble battle. JAR was up one coming home, with the hammer. Karin's was light on the last rock, leaving JAR with the extra point for the win. Frank's Supermarket had an easy tie with Sky-Hi, taking them down 9-4. With $300 on the line and Frank himself in the stands, all the fan's attention was drawn to the 'feature' game on sheet 'E', which is being dubbed 'the game off the century' by TSN's Vic Reuter. Frank's superior athleticism, good looks, desire and matching Lululemon outfits were too much for the Sky-Hi team.
Quesnel figure skaters were in Kelowna last weekend, challenging the stars and coming away with a piece of their shine. It was the last tournament of the Star Skate Series for the year, as skaters vied for the final points to determine the champions. Three of the five girls that made the trip took steps up the podium in the British Columbia/Yukon Section Pond to Podium StarSkate Super Series. “I had the pleasure of watching almost every single Quesnel Figure Skating Club member perform and they all skated their hearts out,” coach Jo-Ann Nadalin said. Cassandra Greenwood earned the Jr. Silver Ladies Super Series Championship by taking Gold in the freeskate event. Greenwood said she was pleased with her golden year, particularly her last skate. “I had lots of good skates in the year and in my last session I had a really good skate,” she said. Carmen Huang capped her season with a golden skate in the Sr. Silver freeskate finals, earning the Sr. Silver Ladies Super Series Championship in the process. Despite the top notch finish, Huang wasn’t entirely happy about her year, saying it was uneven. “Next year I’m looking forward
Top: Cassandra Greenwood does a jump. Bottom: Carmen Huang shows of her skills. Jonas Gagnon photos
to having consistent jumps and nailing them at competitions,” she said. Selena Van Aert placed third in the Gold Ladies freeskate, taking second overall in the Gold Ladies Super Series. Though her final skate did not live up to her expectations, Van Aert was happy with her season, after meeting many of her goals. Those goals included beating her personal beast and landing jumps in competition which she practiced during the year. “I’ve learned mind over matter this year. No matter what I do, it comes down to what I can do on competition day,” Van Aert said. Kayla Flanagan finished the weekend firmly in the top ten at seventh, taking sixth in the Sr. Bronze Series despite a broken foot early in the season, which set her back. Madison Nickolet took sixth in the STAR 13 and Over event, falling just short of the podium overall in fourth. Both Huang and Van Aert are contemplating moving upwards from Star Skate, a move that will put them in a much more competitive bracket. “It’s a little nerve wracking, but I feel I’m capable of doing well in it,” Van Aert said. Huang is waiting to see how she does in her summer sessions before making the decision, saying “I want skate competitively, but I want to be ready for it.”
New Lower Pricing for golf at the Quesnel Golf Club!! Regular 18 Hole Membership now $799.00 plus tax Regular 9 Hole membership now $599.00 plus tax Junior 11-18 years and full time student to 25 years now $199.00 plus tax It’s all good at the Quesnel Golf Club!!
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Days before Alison Duddy takes off from Prince George, she drew the winner of a rather large basket, or baskets. The basket was raffled off, with tickets costing $2, to support Duddy and team B.C. in their quest to win nationals in Ottawa. “It’s amazing how local businesses stepped up and donated for it,” she said. “We were hoping for $800 – $1000. We raised nearly double that – around $1600.” Between the last minute draw, fund raising from the curling club, cash donations by local businesses and her team mates’ fund raising the team has met their monetary needs. Duddy leaves for Price George Thursday, taking off for Vancouver, and from there Ottawa, the next day. Nationals run from Monday 24 – 31. The nationals will be live streaming on the web, with feature games and live updates on the other games on the night. The site http://wheelchaircurler.blogspot. ca/ has a link to the web streaming service for anyone wanting to watch the games live. All four pictured baskets went to the same winner. Alison Duddy draws a name for the fundraising raffle. Jonas Gagnon photo
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Mar. 17 - Mar. 23, 2013 ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Are you ready for surprises, Aries? If not, loosen up a little bit because there is a little excitement in store for you. It will come when you least expect it. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 You may need an extra dose of patience this week, Taurus. Some difficult tasks are ahead and you will be in charge of getting things back to normal. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, though many things can induce stress, the infectious sound of children’s laughter will quickly take you out of a slump. Take some time to enjoy the simpler things in life. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, some issues that require your attention arise at the office even though you may feel you have already devoted enough time to work responsibilities this week. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 A memorable night is on the horizon, Leo. It may be Wednesday or Thursday, so plan to look your best on those days. Romance could be in the air as well. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, before reacting to something this week, take a few deep breaths before saying or doing anything. This way you can be sure you are not engaging in a knee-jerk reaction. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, someone you can trust will be by your side this week when you need the most support. He or she also can help with sorting through financial concerns. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you may need to take a look at your finances and any things you can do to address any issues. Tweak things that have not been working as you had hoped. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, make some concessions if it means keeping the peace around the house. Sometimes you have to simply sit back and let others be in the spotlight. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, take a few moments to think about what you expect from a particular person and then develop a strategy that will bring you to that end. It sounds easy, but it will require effort. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Sometimes things last, but other times they fizzle away, Aquarius. You may not be able to predict the outcome of everything, but you can take steps to protect the things you want to save. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Others will quickly figure out that there is no one quite like you, Pisces. You are a great friend to be around. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS MARCH 17 - Kurt Russell, Actor (62) MARCH 18 - Adam Levine, Singer (34) MARCH 19 - Glenn Close, Actress (66) MARCH 20 - Kathy Ireland, Model (50) MARCH 21 - Gary Oldman, Actor (54) MARCH 22 - William Shatner, Actor (82) MARCH 23 - Keri Russell, Actress (37)
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Announcements
Employment
Employment
Employment
In Memoriam
Business Opportunities
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking
Help Wanted
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Lakes District Maintenance Ltd. has immediate openings
MEMORIAL GIFTS
Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association Your tax-deductible donation either to continuing palliative care services or to Quesnel Hospice House will assist those living with or affected by life-threatening illnesses, by providing dignified care and comfort. Donations may be sent to: Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association PO BOX 4537, Quesnel, BC V2J 3J8 Volunteer Co-ordinator/Grief Counsellor 250-985-5815 Executive Secretary/Donations 250-985-5816
Career Opportunities
Lost & Found
Please drop resume off at 441 Kinchant St. C&C Wood Products Journeyman - Electrician for sawmill/Reman facility in Quesnel, B.C. Duties will be servicing and maintenance of our electrical equipment. Call 250-992-7471. Ulysses Restaurant is looking dishwashers. Apply in person with resume to 122 Barlow Ave.
Career Opportunities
Class B gas service repair technician : With experience in residential service. Commercial and Industrial experience is an asset. We offer competitive wages, and an excellent benefit package. Applicants must have a positive outlook, professional mannerism and dependable work ethic to join our busy HVAC team.
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking DRIVERS WANTED:
Terrific career Opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Rail Experience Needed!! Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time, Valid License w/ air brake endorsement. Extensive Paid Travel, Meal Allowance, 4 weeks Vacation and Benefits Package. Compensation based on prior driving experience. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE
Anniversaries
Please Apply in person with drivers abstract to:
Help Wanted HOOKTENDER, F/T.- Duncan, BC. Wages as per USW coastal agreement. Loader & processor experience an asset or be willing to learn to run these machines. Fax resume to 1-604-736-5320 or email to kenfraser@telus.net
Richbar Golf and Garden GO L
has seasonal full-time and part-time employment opportinuites available including:
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• Golf Clubhouse • Garden Centre • Landscape Contracting • Landscape Maintenance Please call 250-992-0037 to make an appointment to drop off resumes in person (preferred) or send an email to richbar@shawbiz.ca
Happy 60th Anniversary
Edward & Eleanor Wild March 21, 1953
Love from Les & Cheryl, Richard & Stephanie, Gerald & Brenda and all the Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren
Canadian Forest Products Ltd. Quesnel Division Great trades opportunities for highly-motivated team players - Quesnel
884 Front St. Quesnel BC, phone : 250-992-9807 / fax : 250-992-9012
or email : canwest@quesnelbc.com
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
PO Box 4129, Quesnel, British Columbia V2J 3J2 Tel: (250) 992-9085 Fax: (250) 992-7982 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Maternal Child Health Home Visitor & COHI Coordinator Position: Maternal Child Home Visitor Schedule: Part Time 28 hrs. per week Reporting to: Health Director Wage/Salary: To commensurate with experience Job Description: The Maternal Child Home Visitor is accountable for the delivery of programs and services that support expectant and new mothers and families.
ON THE WEB:
Help Wanted GUARANTEED JOB Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message. For Information 1-800-972-0209.
Canadian Western Mechanical requires for full time Work in the Quesnel Area:
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Anniversaries
For more details on this posting and more, please visit: www.ldmltd.ca/careers
Well rounded, experienced handyman. Must have own truck and tools. Repair/maintenance/ renovation/Finishing experience.
Employment
Journeyman Plumber : With experience in residential, commercial and industrial work.
Travel
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Apply with resume and references in person at the Burns Lake or Dease Lake Offices, or to careers@ldmltd.ca or fax to 250-692-3930
Career Opportunities
Lost on Tatchel Rd. Black and white shorthaired cat. Responds to Kooder. Black mustache under nose. Call Lorne: 250-925-1575
Travel
and a Mechanical Manager/Supervisor in Dease Lake, BC
You will be part of a team of mechanics maintaining a medium sized fleet of trucks and road maintenance equipment. A valid CVI ticket or ability and qualifications to receive one preferred.
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HELP WANTED
Employment
This Position offers you the opportunity to: • To work with the Community Health Nurse to promote and enhance healthy babies & Children in the Nazko Community • Provide supportive home visiting services to expectant mothers and families within the community • Assist families in accessing service needs • Provide information regarding healthy lifestyle choices during pregnancy • Provide dental services as per program requirements Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: • 3 to 5 years related work experience in a health related field and/or equivalent experience with 1 year experience working in a similar position in a rural/remote setting as an asset • Must have a valid Class 5 BC Drives License & reliable vehicle • Criminal Records Check required • Current CPR level C certification • Strong communication skills both oral and written CLOSING DATE: WHEN POSITION IS FILLED Please email your resume to; brenda@nazkoband.ca or fax 250-992-7982 attention: BRENDA GARDINER Director of Community, Health & Social Services
Committed to the highest standards of safety, environmental stewardship and community service, Canfor is one of Canada’s largest integrated forest products companies. We are building momentum on our solid financial and operational foundation, and look to the future with confidence. You can too, when you join us in one of the following roles.
CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHT
Preferably you bring sawmill experience and a thorough knowledge of the lumber manufacturing processes. Shift work, including production and weekend maintenance assignments, can be expected.
CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN
The successful candidate will be responsible for all electrical and process control equipment on site. This includes PLC programming, preventative maintenance, capital work, trouble shooting and repairs of equipment. Shift work will be required.
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC
Bring your strong troubleshooting skills as well as welding and fabricating experience. Shift work can be expected. For the above positions, you’ll require a BCTQ, superior technical and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a safe and efficient manner. Expect competitive compensation and benefits, together with a safe, high-quality work environment. We thank all applicants for their interest in Canfor; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please submit a resume, in confidence by 4pm, March 22, 2013 to: Karen Van Essen Human Resources Manager 1920 Brownmiller Road Quesnel, BC V2J 6S1 Email: Karen.VanEssen@canfor.com Fax 250-992-8520
Quesnel Cariboo Observer Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Employment
Employment
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Glass shop in Fort St. John looking for an Experienced
WINDOW/DOOR INSTALLATION CARPENTER Offering competitive wage and benefit package. Needed for long-term employment.
Fax resumes to 250-787-8887 or email julius@peaceglass.ca
HELP WANTED Experienced Housekeepers Drop off resume at 530 Carson Ave. Quesnel, BC fax 250-992-1208 email: graceinnquesnelbc.com
HUNTING GUIDE needed July-October in Northeastern Yukon. Must have minimum two years guiding experience and be comfortable with horses. Contact Chris, 867-3933802 or send an email to: chris@widrigoutfitters.com The River Rock Pub & Steak house is now accepting applications for server’s position. No experience is necessary but is an asset. Please drop of your resume at 290 Hoy Street or email riverrock@telus.net.
Houses For Sale
NOW HIRING! RONA Quesnel Full-Time Specialized Driver
(Hiab Certification is required) Please apply in person at RONA Quesnel 450 Johnston Avenue, V2J 3M5 Or see our job posting on cariboo.kijiji.ca
MOA wanted for busy medical practice in Quesnel. 1 yr. position full time starting April 15th. Computer literate, good phone and interpersonal skills. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Email complete resume to heiho@shawbiz.ca or fax to 250-992-2967.
Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services WILLIAMS Lake DQ Grill and Chill is looking for Superstars to add to our team. Part time only for customer service positions. Applicants must be reliable, available to work evenings and weekends, and willing to work hard. Great positions for students. This is our summer staff hiring call! Please drop off your resume to DQ Grill and Chill at 1218 Broadway ave South, Williams Lake, BC or email your resume directly to jobs@dq.ca. Any resume service links will not be opened so please email a direct file.
Services
Financial Services 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.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Prize 2011 16 x 80 Modular home
Vaulted ceilings & fireplace in living room, patio doors off eating area. Stainless Steel appliances must be moved. 250-747-3298
Sport Utility Vehicle
Sport Utility Vehicle
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Heavy Duty Machinery
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Contractors Custom blueprints.Visit: wwldesigns.ca Save! Save! Save!
Merchandise for Sale
Auctions KWIKAUCTIONS.COM Restaurant Equipment Auction Saturday March 23rd @ 11am 7305 Meadow Burnaby BC
A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! Also Damaged 40’ $1950 Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Free Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for Sale AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions online at; www.bigirondrilling.com or Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. BIG BUILDING sale... “”This is a clearance sale. You don’t want to miss!”” 20x20 $3,985. 25x24 $4,595. 30x36 $6,859. 35x48 $11,200. 40x52 $13,100. 47x76 $18,265. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Coin Guy: 778-281-0030 WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
Real Estate
Firearms
Houses For Sale
WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
2 Bdrm Newly renovated house, almost 1 full acre flat ground. Located in the Upland area ,Call for more info @ 250-992.1201 or 250-9917008
Tenders
Real Estate
Rentals
Houses For Sale
Apt/Condo for Rent
3 Acre Horse Set Up close to downtown . 1452 sq.ft. 3 bdr, 1+ 1/2 bath rancher w/ attached garage & a 2 car garage/workshop. Fenced pasture, 3 stall horse shelter, outdoor riding area & other buildings. $230,000 serious enquires only. Call 250-7473828 758 Barkerville Highway (1.6 km) 5 bdrm on 1 pretty acre, great view. $189,000.If you are working steady, I can help with down payment. Norm: 778-414-7469 (4pm-8pm).
Mortgages FIXED 5 YEAR RATE
2.99%
Northland Mortgages
250-992-7295
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent
WOODGROVE MANOR 1241 Lark Avenue Located in the desirable Uplands area Spacious 2 bdrm, 2 bath suites Free Hot Water FROM $600/mo Quiet. Secure. Clean. Seniors and families welcome.
Call Shawna
250•992•7868 Members of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program
References required. 2 Bdrm side-by-side , W/D , N/P , No parties , ref required. Avail Immediately , $ 595. + Utilities call 250-992-9108
Tenders
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE Application for a Permit under the Provisions of the Environmental Management Act We, United Concrete & Gravel Ltd, intend to submit this application to the Director to authorize the discharge of air emissions from a concrete and glass recycling facility. The source of discharge is a Wood-Residue Fired Boiler. The land upon which the facility is situated is at 1279 Sword Avenue in Quesnel, BC. The maximum rate of air emissions discharged from Wood Residue Fired Boiler is 300m3/m. The total particulate concentration limit for this discharge is 120mg/m3.
1996 Chevy Blazer
Dark green, Michellin all season tires, AWD, new spark plugs and water pump. Needs a fuel pump.
$1,200. obo - 250.255.6569
Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed air discharge of waste and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant, with a copy to the Regional Manager, Environmental Protection at 400 - 640 Borland Street, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 4T1. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record. Dated this 12th day of March, 2013 Contact person Susan Zacharias Telephone No. 250-305-4596
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Rentals
WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr. Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Move-In Incentives Available. Call 250-992-8949 FIR Crest Apartments - 1 & 2 bdrm suites, North Quesnel. N/P, no parties. (250)992-6593/(250)255-6593 N Quesnel 2bdrm. Apt., Clean and quiet, references required, caretaker on-site $615/mo. Available immediately. 1 bdrm apartment available April 2nd $475./mo Call (250)992-5994, (250)992-3376.
Commercial/ Industrial 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.
Duplex / 4 Plex Barlow Creek bachelor suite, some furniture. 550/mo. & damage deposit incl laundry facility, hydro & Wi-Fi. N/S 1 (250)992-8568 leave mess.Avail March 1st Must see! Cute 2 bdrm lower level suite in newer home close to schools, shopping, transit & more . Newer laminate flooring, fridge, stove, w/d, storage shed included. $650 + Utilities .Avail April 1. N/S , N/P call 250-991-6358
Homes for Rent 16X80 ft Modular Home South of Quesnel , 3 Bdrms, 2 Baths, N/S, N/P $1000/ Mo + 1/2 month damage deposit . Ref required . Call 250-747-3298 2 Bdrm Mobile home, sun deck & storage on Lrg private lot . $650 per month. Call 250992-7625 TIRED OF RENTING? Be a homeowner! If you have good credit but no down payment choose your own home and we will help you.’ K & K Home Link Network 1-250-640-5021
Room & Board Quiet male senior seeks room and board for Apr. 1 Bedtime 7:30 pm, light meals. Can pay $600 per mth. Phone Norm (5 pm-7pm) 778-414-7469.
Suites, Lower 2Bdrm. Suite in 4Plex. $600/mo+util. Call (250)992-5113
Townhouses 3 Bdrm , 2 bath , Pet friendly, T/H April 1st, No basement $595.00 + Hydro call 250-6498439
RIDGEWOOD Multi Layouts, clean. Start at $700 No pets Call Tim 991-6429
Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com Transportation
Trucks - Logging 2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab 4X4
4Dr., Short Box 166,000 Miles, 20” Snow Tires, Deluxe Rims, Box Liner, Automatic, Leather Interior, Fully Equipped, Four Summer Tires This is a nice truck! $7,950 near new Legend Cap it Canopy sold seperately for $1000.00 Call 250-255-4509
Legal
Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The estate of MELVIN LYBECK, of 1451 Beach Crescent, Quesnel, BC. Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send them with the particulars to John Hallan, Box 231, Hixon, BC VOK 1S0 on or before the 4 day of April, 2013, after which date the Executor will distribute the said Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the executor then has notice.
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Ashley Hirschhofer Ashley has returned to our Salon and would like to see all of her former clients as well as new faces
Call to book your appointment Maple Park Shopping Center 250-747-0575
250-992-2121
Call Karen or Tracey to book your ad in the Professional Services Directory. 250-992-2121
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MEET CARIBOO NORTH TODAY’S BC LIBERALS CANDIDATE
CORALEE OAKES
March 27, 7-8:30 pm - Conversation on Agriculture 279 Barlow Avenue
Above: First Quesnel Sparks and Third Quesnel Brownies present Amata Transition House co-ordinator Susan Scott with a blanket the girls made of recycled material; right: Fourth Quesnel Guides invited two Korean girls to help with their Cultural Awareness badge. The girls talked about their homeland, Korea, shared food, candy and taught the girls to write their name in Korean.
Contact Coralee at:
250-992-9025 www.coraleeoakes.ca www.facebook.com/teamcoralee www.twitter.com/coraleeoakes coralee@bcliberals.com Authorized by Peter McLoughin, the Official Financial Agent for Coralee Oakes BC Liberal Candidate, Cariboo North. Tel:250-992-9025
Past Volunteer Citizens of the Year
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- Rev. Gary Landers (1980) - Mac Grady (1981) - Margot Rose (1982) - Marie Weldon (1983) - Cathy Walsh (1984) - Joan Huxley (1985) - Frank Hennessey (1986) - Ruth Scoullar (1987) - June Wall (1988) - Grace Steele (1989) - Helen Kuhn (1990) - Susan Maile (1991) - Mel Dunleavey (1992) - John McKelvie (1993) - Betty Motherwell (1994) - John Pritchard (1995) - Gloria Lazzarin (1996) - Jack Nelson (1997) - Vera Peever (1998) - Doreen O’Brien (1999) - Stan Phillips (2000) - Helen Flynn (2001) - Ron Silver (2002) - Bob Zimmerman (2003)
Who do you think should be Quesnel’s
2012
Volunteer Citizen of the Year? Deadline March 28, 2013 Do you know an outstanding volunteer, someone who works tirelessly to make our community a special place and who deserves recognition? If so, submit your nomination today!
Nominees for the Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the year will: • have contributed to the betterment of the community in a fashion that you feel is desirable and beneficial to all. • have contributed in a positive manner in the areas of business, government, social improvement, community service, cultural arts, religion, youth work or any other area of activity that you feel contributes to a better community. • have lived in Quesnel, or area, for a least the past calendar year. Submitting a nomination: • Any person, group or corporation, except the City of Quesnel and the Quesnel Cariboo Observer, may make a nomination. • Complete an official nomination form. • Judges may not be aware of the nominee’s past voluntary work; therefore, nominations should include a nomination form with a brief statement outlining the reasons the individual is considered worthy of receiving the Award. • Letters of support should include other accomplishments and relevant information that may be helpful in evaluating the nominee. Please limit each letter of support to one page. • No other supporting material will be accepted. • Nomination forms and letters of support must be delivered no later than 4 p.m. Thursday, March 28, 2013 to: City of Quesnel, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5 or Quesnel Cariboo Observer, 188 Carson Ave., Quesnel, B.C. V2J 2A8 There is a time commitment for the award winner, who will participate in an organized committee, which meets approximately six times per year.
Official nomination forms can be picked up at City of Quesnel - 410 Kinchant Street or Quesnel Cariboo Observer - 188 Carson Avenue during business hours
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- Gus Cameron (2005) - Grant & Gerry Knauf (2006)
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2012 Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the Year
- Marion Gordon (2007)
Quesnel Rotary Club members, together with Cynthia Bernier, Director of Instruction with SD 28, hold new books for Grade 2 classes throughout the district. The Quesnel Rotary Club raised money for local literacy projects and this is one of them. Every Grade 2 class in the district will be receiving some new books for the classroom for students to enjoy during their free reading time. Cynthia is second from the right, next to the Club President, Keith Corbett.
AWARDS DINNER April 23rd, 2013
- Carol Weremy (2008)
at the
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION
- Lynne Wright (2009) - Dianne Greenwood (2010)
Sponsors:
OBSERVER QUESNEL - CARIBOO
- Liz Miller (2011)
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Liz Miller
The Quesnel Volunteer Citizen of the Year Award recognizes outstanding area residents who volunteer their time to the betterment of our community and thanks them for their dedication and service.
- Marie Skinner (2004)
Quesnel Rotary supports literacy
2011 Voluntee
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