quesnel cariboo observer, may 21, 2014

Good day, Quesnel.Thanks for reading — and that includes

loyal subscriber J. Ayles!To join the Observer family, please call 250-992-2121 and ask for circulation.May 31st 2014 at St.Ann’s Hall

Tickets are $30 each and include Greek dinner by Jean’s Side Door Catering and all non-alchoholic beverages.

Doors open at 5:30pm, event starts at 6:30pm

Tickets available atQuesnel Cariboo Observer

2nd Annual“A Royal Affair”

=�╮

celebrate remember fight back

ww

w.c

ance

r.ca

/re

lay

Text begins here. . .


ww

w.c

ance

r.ca

/re

lay



ww

w.c

ance

r.ca

/re

lay



ww

w.c

an

cer.

ca/

rela

y



ww

w.c

an

cer.

ca/

rela

y



ww

w.c

ance

r.ca

/re

lay

Text begins here. . .Join us on Saturday, May 2410:45 am - 11:00 pm

LeBourdais Park

Wednesday, May 21, 2014 VOL. 100 NO. 75 www.quesnelobserver.com PM 40005365 $130 includes GST

SWiMMiNG fOr SucceSS PAGe A16

Dr. HAVeNS HONOureD PAGe A3

BreNDA GArDiNer’S cOurAGe PAGe A11

On Saturday, May 31 at noon, the West Village Community Garden on Lewis Dr. beside the skating rink, will be ready for planting and everyone is invited to come and pitch in.

Last year, the garden’s first year, was a resounding success. Lots of labour from a wide range of people and the continued maintenance by a group of regulars resulted in a bountiful harvest of fresh produce throughout the growing season. This month a dedicated group has been working on Monday afternoons to dig compost into the beds to get the garden ready for planting. As well, a small group of volunteers has been working at the greenhouse behind the college to produce seedlings for both the origi-nal downtown and the West Village gardens.

At 2 p.m., a dedication of a peace pole will take place at the West Vil-lage garden Plant Day. The peace pole project is a worldwide initiative to plant peace poles as monuments to peace in as many communities as pos-sible. More than 180 countries have peace poles erected. They serve as constant reminders for us to visual-ize and pray for world peace. In the West Village garden, the pole will have English, Carrier, Punjabi and Chinese languages to reflect the languages of the garden participants. Thanks to the Rotary Club for funding this initiative.

A late lunch will be provided on Plant Day to help the workers keep up their strength. Swings and a play area will keep children who are not yet interested in planting seeds occupied. Telus workers will be coming to plant donated fruit trees and shrubs. The regular garden group will be there and new participants are most welcome.

A coordinating collective has been meeting once a month to make deci-sions about the West Village garden and the on-going work bee times set for the season will be Monday after-noons, 1 – 3 p.m., Thursday mornings, 9 – 11:30 a.m. starting mid-June and

Saturday afternoons from 1 - 3 p.m. The collective’s names are listed on the garden shed; if there is anyone who would like to participate and cannot come at any of these times, let some-one from the collective know how you can be accommodated.

The original Quesnel Community Garden, downtown behind QJS and beside the Aboriginal Education building, is also gearing up for the new growing season. The plant day is the Saturday before the West Village garden’s, noon, May 24. The regulars are getting ready for it at the Tuesday morning work bees, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. And the downtown community garden will also be planting peace poles in the near future.

Both community gardens would like to encourage anyone interested in learning to garden, anyone who would like to improve their access to affordable high quality nutritious food and would like to meet new people, to come and get involved in one of the gardens. And in case you have already forgotten all the scheduled work bee times, they are posted on the boards at the gates at both gardens.

Another initiative by participants from both community gardens that you will hear more about a little later, is a series of seven workshops about preserving food for the winter. Infor-mation about these workshops can be found on-line on the West Village Community Garden Facebook page. Or for more information, e-mail [email protected]

A last reminder – both gardens have community composting systems that accept garden and yard wastes, an-other way to contribute to the fertility of the gardens and avoid adding to the land fill. A sign on the compost open-ing in the fence at the West Village garden lists all the good things that can be added.

– Submitted by Maureen Trotter

Dig out the trowels, it’s gardening timeQuesnel’s two community gardens gearing up for the season

This pint-sized gardener is patiently waiting for the seeds the sprout. Soon enough Quesnel will be in the midst of the growing season and the two community gardens are no exception.

Contributed photo

Wednesday, May 21, 2014 Quesnel Cariboo ObserverA2 www.quesnelobserver.com

COMMUNITY

14-073.16_Furnace_10.3125x2-P1.indd 1 5/2/2014 3:12:57 PM

Pancakebreaky

Twenty four Lions’ members came out to support the second annual Pancake Breakfast. Members served up more than 65 breakfasts. Look for Lions Club members the Australian Ranch next Sunday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. serving cinnamon buns with Lenore and Don Yorston.

Autumn MacDonald photos

LOCAL NEWS

This issue may contain these flyers:

www.quesnelobserver.com

Flyers

• Rona• Sears• Staples• Canadian Tire• Visions Electronics• R&R Sewing Center• Eagle Building Supplies

RainHigh: 18° Low: 5°


Chance of RainHigh: 20° Low: 4°


Infoline: 250.992.2076

SHOW DATES: Fri, May 23rd to Thurs, May 29th

www.caribtheatres.com

Godzilla6:30 & 9:00PM NightlySat & Sun Matinees

2pm

Violence

X-Men Days of Future Past6:30PM Nightly (3D)9:00PM Nightly (2D)

Sat & Sun Matinees 2pm (2D)Violence and coarse languagePG

DigitalDigitalDigital3DCarib

THEATRES367 Reid Street PG

www.quesnelobserver.com A3Quesnel Cariboo Observer Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Dr. John Havens honoured during Mental Health Week ceremonies

Clockwise from top: Lan-ny Kipling, chair of the Quesnel Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Committe presents Dr. John Havens with his plaque; Kipling presents Dodie Baptiste with her prize; Red Hat Society member Joey Stromquist was all decked out for the occasion; the ukelele band and Sweet Harmony were on hand to provide entertain-ment.Dave Sutton photos

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday


City of Quesnel

quesnel.ca 250-992-2111

Cariboo Regional District

cariboord.bc.ca 1-800-665-1636

Join us on May 29 in the Arena 2 Lobby from 4-8 p.m.

for a public consultation meeting.

North Cariboo Arena Replacement

What is the proposed North Cariboo Arena What is the cost of the proposed facility?

Replacement Project? Consistent with this project vision, the loan

The overall vision was the first step in the North Cariboo authorization bylaw is prepared for the borrowing of up

Arena Replacement Project and proposed the following: to $7.5 M to allow for an estimated $17 M arena

�A 1,600 seat (approximately 62,000 square foot) replacement.

arena with a regulation size ice surface and dry

floor support space for arena programs and What will the referendum question be?

events; A referendum will be held on June 14, 2014 to seek

�Located adjacent to the existing Twin Arenas voter assent for the Arena Replacement Project for the

complex; North Cariboo. Eligible voters who reside within the

�Constructed of engineered steel with wood North Cariboo Recreation and Parks service area will be

architectural elements. asked to vote on the bylaw authorizing the borrowing

required to proceed with the project.

Public consultation through CEI Architecture is currently

The referendum question will be:

in process and accordingly, the overall vision may slightly

“Are you in favour of the Cariboo Regional District

change. The design has to make sense.

adopting Loan Authorization Bylaw 4905 to borrow up

to $7.5 million over 20 years to provide for the

What will the pre-referendum design include?

construction of a new arena as part of the North

The pre-referendum designs will include the following:

Cariboo Recreation and Parks Service? (Based on 2014

� a site plan;

assessed values, the estimated annual cost to

� a basic floor plan;

undertake this borrowing translates to a residential tax

� flow of traffic in the immediate area;

rate of $26/$100,000 of the net taxable assessed value

� parking in the area (including accessibility parking);

of land and improvements.)”

� renderings of form and character of what the

building could look like.

Where can I find more information about the

proposed North Cariboo Arena Replacement Project?

It should be noted that these conceptual drawings

More information on this project is available on the

presented prior to the referendum reflect the initial

Cariboo Regional District website at cariboord.bc.ca or

stages of consultation and design work. If the

the City of Quesnel website at quesnel.ca, or by calling

referendum is successful, additional public consultation

the Cariboo Regional District at 1-800-665-1636 or the

will occur. The design will continue to be developed and

City of Quesnel at 250-992-2111.

may be adjusted based on community input.

Frequently Asked Questions

More “Frequently Asked Questions” about the proposed

North Cariboo Arena Replacement project will be available online next week

at and . cariboord.bc.ca quesnel.ca

NEWS

CRD board gives third reading to marihuana bylawAfter considering

input from five public hearings throughout the Cariboo Regional District, the board gave a third reading and adoption to bylaws that will allow medical marhazjuana operations exclusively in heavy industrial zones throughout the region.

FundingThe Cariboo

Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board approved a funding contribution request from Northern Health for 40 per cent of the estimated total cost of $447,000. The funding will be used for replacement of the dry sprinkler system at Dunrovin Park Lodge.

NDIT grantsThe CRD Board

endorsed resolutions to support three grant applications for $30,000 each to the Northern Development Initiative Trust. The applications are to the Regional Development Account, under the Community Halls and Recreation Facilities Program.

An application from the Lone Butte and Horse Lake Community Association is to make improvements to the Lone Butte Community Hall including replacing the roof, upgrading the kitchen facilities, plumbing and electrical work. An application from the New Pathways to Gold Society is requesting funds to make improvements to existing snowmobile trails in the South Cariboo to create circle tours and connections to local service providers. The third application, from the Interlakes Economic Association is requesting funding to support the implementation of the Association’s Farmers’ Market These projects will support community infrastructure, increase the number

of events held at the hall, and create some temporary local jobs.

Preparedness Symposium

In April the CRD Protective Services hosted the fifth Annual Emergency Preparedness Spring Symposium. The Canadian weather model is forecasting above normal temperatures in July, Aug and Sept, particularly for coastal B.C. Precipitation is expected to be near normal for most of B.C. The drought code numbers for the Chilcotin are high.

Snow Pack According to the

presenters, the current snow pack is above average at the Upper Fraser, normal at Mid Fraser and below normal further south. The Nazko, Horsefly and Puntzi had normal snow packs over the winter, but due to slow melts are at above average for this time of year. Based on the winter snow pack, indications show this should be an average spring freshet.

On the roadThe CRD Board

of Directors will be travelling to Alexis Creek on Thursday, June 5 for the next Committee of the Whole meeting fol-lowed by a Commu-nity BBQ taking place at the Alexis Creek Community Hall. The Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Friday, June 6 in the CRD Board Room in Wil-liams Lake.

ABCFalko Kadenbach,

Vice President, and Terry Bordeleau, Executive Assistant, from ABC C o m m u n i c a t i o n s , appeared before the board to provide an overview of ABC C o m m u n i c a t i o n s wireless coverage in the Cariboo Chilcotin. The presentation provided a corporate overview, coverage areas and the

current technologies.

AccessAwareness DayThe CRD Board of

Directors declared June 7, as Access Awareness Day throughout the Cariboo Chilcotin. The annual Access Awareness Day is organized by SPARC B.C., who has been partnering with the province to call attention to the need for greater

accessibility and inclusion of citizens with disabilities. This year’s event, being held on June 7, marks the 17th Annual Access Awareness Day and will be celebrated province wide under this year’s campaign of “Building Accessibility Together”.

Specified Risk Material

Cariboo Regional District Board received information regarding the acceptance of beef specified risk material (SRM). Historically, the CRD has been of the understanding that beef cattle under 30 months of age were not considered SRM and could be accepted at landfills and transfer stations without violating any Canadian Food

Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations.

CFIA recently informed the CRD that this is not the case. Any dead stock, regardless of age, is considered SRM and must be disposed of at an approved facility. The CRD has three CFIA approved sites; South Cariboo landfill, Gibraltar landfill and Big Lake landfill. CFIA requires that all other CRD

waste facilities post a sign stating that SRM is banned from the facility.

BarkervillerepresentativeThe CRD Board of

Directors endorsed a resolution from the North Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus to appoint Electoral Area C Director John Massier to the Barkerville Heritage Trust.


2423 25MAY

Prices in this ad good until May 25th.FRI SAT SUN

Prices effective at all British Columbia Safeway stores Friday, May 23 through Sunday, May 25, 2014 only. We reserve the right to limit sales to retail quantities. Some items may not be available at all stores. All items while stocks last. Actual items may vary slightly from illustrations. Some illustrations are serving suggestions only. Advertised

prices do not include GST. ®™ Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading B.V. Used under license by LoyaltyOne, Co. and Safeway. On BUY ONE GET ONE FREE items, both items must be purchased. Lowest priced item is then free. Online and in-store prices, discounts, and offers may differ.

5 FOR5 FORBring home Safeway’s best in-class fresh items throughout your Safeway store, from hot baked fresh breads to hand-picked fresh

produce and more. Discover FRESH FIRST at Safeway!FreSh FirStPremiUm reStaurAnt qUalitY soupS

No arTificIal sEasonIngsmaDe wiTh reAl soUp stocK

Much More Than Soup

SigNaTure Cafe Soup maRinatEd chIckenRaspbErrieS

Made In trAditiOnal EuropEan fAshion

BakEd FreSh ThrOuGhoUt the day

GuaRaNteEd hot at 4 P.M. or it’s Free

no addeD sugAr, low In faT

AlwAys FreSh. AlwAys DelicioUs.

BonelesS & skinLess

No arTificIal iNgredIents or msg

loweR soDium maRinadE

FreSh, SweEt and DelicIous

PicKed at its Peak

170 G

prOduct oF U.S.A.

drIscoll raSpberRies PractIcallY melT in Your Mouth$569Ea.

$299Ea.

$176/100 G

$1 Ea.

frEnch breaD

®

Bakery Counter White BreadOr 60%, 100% Whole Wheat or Whole Grain. 570 g.

Fresh Pork Side SpareribsBreast Bone removed.LIMIT THREE.

From the Deli249

lb5.49/kg5.49/kg5.49/kg

3FOR

$444 Lucerne Large Grade A EggsDozen. LIMIT FOUR.

2FOR

$4

SpareribsBreast Bone removed.SpareribsBreast Bone removed.SpareribsLIMIT THREE.

Safeway Farms Satsuma MandarinsProduct of Peru.4 lb. Bag. LIMIT THREE.

4 lb. Bag

399ea.

Lucerne Ice CreamAssorted varieties. 1.89 Litre.LIMIT FOUR - Combined varieties.

2FOR

$555

Primo Taglio Brie200 g. Or Camembert 170 g.

From the Deli

399ea.

SUNDAY

MAYMAY25

SATURDAY

MAYMAY24

FRIDAY

MAYMAY23

Danesborg HavartiAssorted varieties.

169/100 g/100 g

everybody gets our lowest price. every day.

BLACK TAB - BC WEEK 04 51016 _MAY 23_FRI_06


Quesnel Minor Hockey

100 A Pinecrest Rd 250-992-525424 hour service • drive thru bays • full mechanical service

HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 7am - 6pm • Sat. 8am - 4pmNEW SERVICES: Heavy Duty Mechanical & Inspections Available

Sponsored by:

Quesnel & District Minor HockeyIs now accepting applications for Coaches for 2014/15 season.

The deadline for Rep Team Coaching applications is May 31st. They can be found on our website at www.qdmha.com. We are missing 3 people for our Executive Committee:

SecretaryCoach Coordinator

VP House

These are key positions that MUST be filled prior to next season. Please step up and help out. Have a Vote!!!!

Call the office at (250) 992-2119 or email us at [email protected] for more information

Are you working in Barkerville and have an RV?

We offer daily, weekly and monthly rates

NUGGET HILL RV PARK(under new management)

Call - 250.994.2333

Connecting Our Community

SUSTAINING PARTNERS

FraserviewPharmacy

Claudia Holland &Leslie Johnson

On May 27, 2014, the Annual General Meeting for the Quesnel Community Foundation will take place. At this time, we say goodbye to two individuals who have made enormous contributions to the Foundation.

Alex Co� ey has served as a member of the Board of Directors since 2008. During that time, he has held many positions – President, Vice President, chair of Investment and Scholarship Committees, and has provided valuable knowledge for fund development, bylaws and policies, and overall operation of

our organization.Kevin McKelvie has also been a member of the Board of Directors since 2008 and has had various roles during that time – Treasurer, Chair of Fund Development, as well as a member of Investment and Gala Committees. Kevin’s dedication and strong � nancial background have been invaluable.

As per QCF Bylaw, a director shall be elected for a term of three (3) years and may be elected to serve two (2) consecutive terms of o� ce. A former director who has served two consecutive terms of o� ce shall be eligible for re-election following a one year absence. We sincerely hope that after a year of relaxation and rejuvenation, these two gentlemen will consider returning, as they will be missed. At this time, we thank them for their years of service and wish them a sincere thank you for all their help and contributions over the years. ~ QCF Board of Directors

Alex Co� ey

Kevin McKelvie

445 Reid St. 250-992-6898

FREE BloodPressureCheck

Everyday at our Pharmacy

Pharmacy Hours:Mon. - Fri. - 8am - 8pmSat. Sun. Holidays10am - 6pm

CAPSULE COMMENTSSafeway

With Kim B.Sc. (Pharm)Men with erection problems are best advised to talk to their doctor for advice. The many “cures” found on-line and in magazines are not based on scientific evidence and are a waste of money.Massive polio vaccination projects in India have resulted in no new cases of polio in the past three years. Through the efforts of the UN, The Bill and Amanda Gates Foundation, Rotary clubs around the world and others, have helped achieved that marvellous goal. In neighbouring Pakistan, there is much resistance to the vaccine and the polio is still infecting disabling many children in that country.Hookah-smoking is the practice of smoking by drawing the smoke through water before inhaling. It sounds like it should be a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes but it is not. Even after passing through water, the smoke still contains high levels of toxic agents than could cause bladder, lung and oral cancers. Some medications can slow down our intestinal tract and we could experience some constipation. One easy, natural way to counteract this problem is to eat a few dried apricots. Four or five per day should help. Be careful not to “overdose” because it could cause the reverse problem.As part of our pharmacists’ duties when dispensing a new prescription to you, we’ll let you know of side effects the drug may cause. It’s all part our professional pharmacy service package.

COMMUNITY

ANNIE GALLANTObserver Reporter

How many people realize that a Relay for Life team from Mackenzie has raised more than $100,000 in 10 years at Quesnel’s Relay for Life event?

That’s right, Mack-enzie Maniacs, cap-tained by Mackenzie teacher Wendy Fish-er, has fundraised in their hometown but driven every year for the past 10 years, down to Quesnel to participate here.

For Wendy it began in 2004 when she joined a team in Quesnel’s Relay because her friend Cathy Briggs, was organizing the event and her infectious enthusiasm prompt-ed Wendy to get involved.

“I enjoyed it so much I’ve returned every year with a team,” she said.

“This is the team’s 10th anniversary but my 11th with Quesnel Relay.”

Not every relay participant has a personal story about cancer but Wendy certainly does.

Her battle with cancer is twofold. First in 1992 and

then again in 2011, so the event is very close to her heart.

As for the fun-draising effort, each year the team collects fundraising ginger snaps from Quesnel Bakery, takes them home to Mackenzie then sells them for their team effort.

“We also have a used book sale, garage sales and the biggest event for us is the Ladies Night Out,” Wendy said.

Wendy doesn’t know how next year will shape up as she will no longer be living in Mackenzie so she thrilled they topped $100,000 with this year’s cam-paign.

She loves Quesnel so much, Wendy’s arranged to retire from her librarian position at Morfee elementary school and move to Ques-nel in July.

“So far this year, we’ve raised $15,000,” she said with a smile.

Although not all members of the team actually came to Quesnel, they are all busy with various aspects to the fundraising and Wendy said they all have their strengths

including one mem-ber who is great at securing cash dona-tions.

“I’m leaving next years plans in the team’s hands and am confident they’ll continue,” Wendy said.

“The future will unfold as its meant to.”

Why do they relay in Quesnel? Wendy said they enjoy the 12-hour format.

“The team spends the entire day to-gether and there’s lots of Mackenzie people in Quesnel

and lots of friends.”Quesnel Relay for

Life begins at 10:45 am, May 24 in LeB-ourdais Park with opening ceremonies and ends after the luminary ceremony

by 10:45 p.m.For information

about Relay for Life visit cancer.ca/re-lay or call the local Canadian Cancer Society office, 778-466-3332.

Mackenzie team raises $100,00010 years with Quesnel Relay for Life

Mackenzie Maniacs have been raising money for Relay for Life for 10 years and participating in Quesnel’s event. Contributed photo

For the recordIn the Observer May 16 issue we inadver-

tantly spelled Wilf O’Brien’s last name incor-rectly.

2008 WINNER

BCYCNAYour award winning community newspaper published Sunday & WednesdayThe Quesnel Cariboo Observer was founded in August 1908. All material contained in this publication is protected by copyright. Reproduction of contents, either in whole or part are not permitted without prior consent. Publications Mail Registration No. 1001572. Member of BCYCNA - British Columbia and Yukon Community Newspaper Associa-tion, CCNA - Canadian Community Newspaper Association & the BC Press Council. Published at 188 Carson Ave., Quesnel, B.C. V2J 2A8. Phone 250-992-2121. Fax: 250-992-5229 email: [email protected] [email protected] Website:www.quesnelobserver.com

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

OPINIONS

Advertising Consultants: Karen PowellAd Designer: Dennison GaetzEditorial Staff: Annie Gallant - Assistant Editor, Whitney Griffiths - Sports ReporterFront Office: Trina Wiebe

Lorrie MilsomProduction Mgr.

Autumn MacDonaldEditor

Tracey RobertsPublisher/Adv. Mgr.


The B.C. School Trustees’ Association is

calling for a mandatory high school course on the history of residential schools set up to assimilate aboriginal children into European culture.

Trustees propose a 25-hour course required for all graduating students, using interviews with residential school survivors, presentations by aboriginal leaders and discussion of current events.

This would build on aboriginal courses already in offered in B.C. schools, and a public education effort that began with Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s 2008 apology and compensation for Canada’s residential school policy.

B.C. Teachers’ Federation vice-president Glen Hansman gave a speech on the need for mandatory education to a 2012 teacher conference. He said current aboriginal culture courses are poorly attended, and went on to denounce a school system he said is still based on “colonialism” and a “settler construct” of history.

“We need to acknowledge that racism is the norm in public schools – still today,” Hansman said.

Is it really? He also claimed that the purpose and legacy of the residential schools have been “deliberately hidden” from school curriculum.

In lieu of evidence, Hansman recounted old anecdotes of American-style stereotyping from his own schooling in Ontario. But mostly he demanded social engineering in schools that must of course include more funding, more teacher professional development time and an affirmative action program to recruit more aboriginal teachers.

Do Hansman’s allegations reflect the kind of attitude that would lead to truth and reconciliation? Or are they signs of another unfortunate legacy, that of the victim studies mentality that permeates our universities?

Here’s a suggestion for this mandatory course. Students could spend a couple of hours on one

of the definitive works of B.C. aboriginal history, <I>A Stó:lo Coast Salish Historical Atlas</I>. A long-term project of the Stól:lo Nation, the atlas has meticulously documented chapters on European contact and residential schools, and others that piece together oral histories and what few written records there are of B.C. First Nations life at the time of European contact.

A journal kept at Fort Langley from 1827 to 1830 documents some of the raids between aboriginal communities on the Fraser River and Vancouver Island, corroborating elders’ accounts. During those three years, Cowichan men attacked the Chilliwack Stó:lo community four times. In the same period, the journal records 30 incidents of inter-community violence, some reaching down to present-day Washington state.

Atlas editor Keith Thor Carlson summarized the research this way: “Viewed from the perspective of the aggressor, raids and attacks appear to have been motivated primarily by a desire to obtain quick wealth (in the form of slaves and property such as dried and smoked salmon) or to

exact revenge for previous insults.”

Archaeological study of stone fortifications and weapons at fishing sites in the Fraser Canyon traces a history of inter-community violence back at least 3,000 years. istorians characterize some of this as warfare. British colonial authorities had some “settler constructs” about these activities: they saw them as assault, robbery, abduction and murder as well as slavery. This is the seldom-discussed backdrop for the European settlement of British Columbia, the imposition of British law and the later establishment of church-run residential schools. None of this is to excuse the forced removal of aboriginal children from their families, the horrendous abuse and neglect or the multi-generational damage to a culture already weakened by waves of smallpox. This 1928 plan to fix what was called the “Indian problem” deserves to be understood by everyone. But glossing over historical context and presenting a guilt trip to students would serve no one well.

Tom Fletcher is a reporter and columnist for Black Press.

Aboriginal education or victim studies?

B.C. ViewsTom Fletcher

Heeding feedbackApathy in the political

process has reached an all-time high in recent years,

with the perception that elected representatives are not really listening to public concerns.But there is evidence this week that

the provincial government is heeding public feedback, on two currently contentious issues at least.An all-party committee of MLAs

has unanimously supported a proposal from Finance Minister Mike de Jong that henceforth all B.C. politicians will publish their expense receipts – including food, travel and accommodation – online.The proposal, clearly a response

to the flap over legislature Speaker Linda Reid’s expenses – including nearly $5,500 in business-class air travel for her spouse, since repaid – elicited a few grumbles from NDP MLAs over the work involved in backing all expenses with receipts. But it seems MLAs overall agreed with de Jong’s assessment that steps need to be taken to restore public trust, after recent “unreasonable” expense abuses in B.C. and beyond.Meanwhile Agriculture Minister

Norm Letnick has apparently taken note of written feedback from B.C. residents in amending the proposed Bill 24, which would make changes to the province’s Agricultural Land Reserve.The contentious two-zone provision

remains, dividing ALR land into one area (Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Island and the Okanagan) where farmland would be protected from non-agricultural development and another (essentially the rest of B.C.) where farmers might have options to invite in ‘value-added’ industries that could include oil and gas development.But there are indications that

the impassioned words of many regarding both the need for food security in the province and a long-term commitment to preserving agricultural land have been noted and reflected in amendments.

feedback

Lettersto theEditor

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: [email protected] 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

of Quesnel

368 Vaughan St. Quesnel BCwww.bigbrothersbigsistersofquesnel.ca

250.992.7257

Start SomethingBe a Big Brother or Big Sister

By building a friendship with a young person, you will have started something BIG. What if every child was set on the

right path? Wouldn’t that be something?


Editor: Re: We need a carefully

considered official community recreation plan. Observer Feedback, May 7.

Paull wondered why we couldn’t miss one season;

my proposal doesn’t require any loss of the hockey season.

The main structure shell is built all around the existing before any part of the old arena is torn down. What I like about

this plan is that it helps out the curling club and puts 800 seats into arena number two; as well as doubling the seating capacity of the arena nuber one.

My proposal was

received by the Joint Planning Committee and sent to the architectural department and someone there was suppose to get in touch with me; nothing as of yet.

I do hope that it receives

the serious consideration as an alternative option. I’m planning a meeting Wednesday, May 21, at the Legion to explain and clarify my proposal.

Ernest GamacheQuesnel

Exploring alternate arena options

Chowtime

A grizzly feeds along the side of the highway

near Cottonwood. Arthur Topham photo

The main structure shell is built all

around the existing before any part of

the old arena is torn down.


TAXI Canada InC 515 Richards Street Vancouver, BC V6B 2Z5 T: 604 682 8394 F: 604 683 6112

CLIENT TELUSFFH141072BC_10_QuesnelCrboObsvr.VQCB APPROVALS

ArT dirEcTor/dESignEr:

wriTEr

mAc ArTiST

ProdUcEr

ProofrEAdEr

cLiEnT / AccoUnT mAnAgEr

CREATED Apr. 14, 2014

CREATIVE natasha MAC ARTIST carolyn ACCOUNT Jeremy

AD SIZE 8.8125” x 12” INSERTION DATE(S) may, 12, 2014 PRODUCER Bea

COLOURS CYANI MAGENTAI YELLOWI BLACKI AD NUMBER ffH141072Bc_10

PUBLICATION QUESnEL cAriBoo oBSErVEr/ 6col x 168 / Page dominant

PROOF # 1 REVISION DATE PRINTED SCALE 100%

All colours are printed as process match unless indicated otherwise. Please check before use. in spite of our careful checking, errors infrequently occur and we request that you check this proof for accuracy. TAXi’s liability is limited to replacing or correcting the disc from which this proof was generated. we cannot be responsible for your time, film, proofs, stock, or printing loss due to error.

*Offer available until July 28, 2014, where access and line of sight permit, to residential customers who have not subscribed to TELUS TV or Internet in the past 90 days. Cannot be combined with other offers. TELUS Satellite TV is not available to residents of multi-dwelling units. Regular prices apply at the end of the promotional period; a rate of $36.95 begins on month 7 and includes TELUS Satellite TV Basic Package. Rates include a $5/mo. discount for bundled services and a $3/mo. digital service fee. TELUS reserves the right to modify channel lineups and packaging, and regular pricing without notice. HDTV-input-equipped television required to watch HD. Minimum system requirements apply. †Offer available with a 3 year service agreement; current rental rates apply thereafter. A cancellation fee applies to the early termination of a service agreement and will be $10 multiplied by the number of months remaining in the service agreement. Rental equipment must be returned in good condition upon cancellation of service, otherwise the replacement cost will be charged to the account. TELUS, the TELUS logo, TELUS Satellite TV, telus.com and the future is friendly are trademarks of TELUS Corporation, used under licence. All rights reserved. © 2014 TELUS.

Telus sTORes

Quesnel

248 Reid St.

A deal worth changing for.Switch to TELUS Satellite TV ®

for 6 months in a bundle.*

$15/mo.

from

Sign up now and you can:

Get up to 60 SD and 25 HD channels

Record your favourite shows

Get the equipment you need to install up to 3 TVs in your home†

Call 310-MYTV (6988), go to telus.com/gettv or visit your Telus store. ®

COMMUNITY


Calling all aspiring actors and actresses, 8 – 18 years old. the Quesnel and District Community Arts Council in partnership with Children’s Concert Committee, B.C. Touring Council and B.C. Arts Council is hosting a Musical Theatre Summer Camp, July 7 – 11 in the West Fraser Timber Room, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. with international renowned vocalist and musical drama teacher Katherine van Kampen.

Designed to strengthen musical theatre arts in youth, this week-long workshop provides instruction in singing, choreography, dramatic presentation and basic costuming and makeup.

The foundation of the workshop is the production of the play Return of the Glass Slipper and each student will have a role in the final performance Friday afternoon which is open to the public.

“We’ll also have a live pianist to assist with the workshop,” organizer Cathy Heinzelman said.

“This provides more flexibility for the both the instructor and the students.”

Katherine has delivered this camp (Kids on Broadway) in two other northern communities and participants have raved about it, co-organizer Bernice Heinzelman added.

Both women are excited about the opportunity this camp provides to youth.

“Participants gain self-confidence and learn many life skills along the way,”

Cathy said.“And its so much

fun.” The workshop

is limited to 20 registrants so its recommended to sign

up early.Deadline for

registration is June 2 and forms are available at the Quesnel and District Arts and Recreation

Centre and Bo Peep Boutique.

The cost is $100 however, in special cases, subsidies may be available.

Building on the

anticipated success of this workshop, organizers are planning a followup five-day spring break theatre camp in 2015. In partnership with

other community arts groups, they are looking to hold short workshops, which build on the summer camp experience.

For information on

the musical theatre summer camp or 2015 spring break camp, call Cathy, 250-747-3864 or Bernice, 250-747-1727.

Katherine van Kampen

Musical theatre summer theatre for youth slated for July 7 – 11


Q-City Page

City Hall - 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 T - 250-992-2111 W - www.quesnel.caHours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (except Statutory Holidays)

A feature highlighting meetings, proposals and events important to Quesnel residents.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

INVITATION TO TENDER

TO CONSIDER SECONDARY SUITESTUESDAY MAY 27, 2014 AT 7:00 P.M.

COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT 410 KINCHANT STREET.

CITY HALL FLASHING AND WINDOW CAULKING

The previously advertised Public Hearing scheduled for April 16, 2014 was cancelled.

Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1734 Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1735

NOTICE is given pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act that Council is considering amendments to Quesnel Official Community Plan Designation Bylaw No. 1630 and Zoning Bylaw No. 1662, 2009. A Public Hearing on the proposed amending bylaws is scheduled for Tuesday, May 27th, 2014 commencing at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall.

The subject properties for Bylaw No. 1734 and Bylaw No. 1735 are all parcels of land within the City of Quesnel. The purpose of these bylaws is to permit Secondary Suites in all single detached dwellings in the City of Quesnel subject to an approved building permit.

Written submissions regarding the proposed amendments may be submitted to City Hall by Wednesday, May 21, 2014, 12:00 p.m. 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 May 27, 2014 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 bylaws and further information 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 excluding the May 19, 2014 Statutory Holiday. Telephone enquiries should be directed to the Planning Department at (250) 992-2111.

Tanya Turner, Manager of Development ServicesMay 21, 2014

This project is being undertaken as leak prevention strategy. The project involves re-caulking of the tower windows on the south west corner of the city hall building and re-caulking of the windows and sill flashing to be installed under the windows on the rest of the building. Caulking and top flashing shall be done under each section where the window frame meets the wall above.

Sealed Tenders in packages marked “Tender for City Hall flashing” will be received by the City of Quesnel, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC V2J 7J5 on or before 2:00 p.m. on FRIDAY May 30, 2014. Tenders received at other locations or after the noted closing date and time will not be considered. The lowest bid will not necessarily be accepted.

For more information regarding this tender, please visit: http://www.quesnel.ca/Jobs.html.

If you have any questions, please contact Gary Stuart at 250-991-6676 during regular office hours.

ANNUAL WATER RESTRICTIONSFOR ALL PROPERTIES CONNECTED TO CITY WATER

Sprinkling or irrigation restrictions are in place between May 15 and September 30 of each year FOR ALL PROPERTIES CONNECTED to the City water system within City limits.

The schedule is as follows:On even-numbered calendar days of the month,

even numbered properties may sprinkle or irrigate;On odd-numbered calendar days of the month,

odd numbered properties may sprinkle or irrigate.

This means that if your property address is “694” that is an even-numbered property, while if your address is “685” that is an odd-numbered property. Sprinkling is more effective during the early morning and evening hours. Please avoid sprinkling during the heat of the day and help conserve water.

Announcements on further “hourly” restrictions MAY BE made during dry summer periods through the local newspaper or radio stations.

STAGE SCHEDULE

9:00 Kid’s Tent: Patty Apps- crafts10:45 Celebrate Ceremonies Oh Canada RCMP with Survivors’ Victory Lap11:30 AtmanYoga Warm-up- Nicole Aracki12:00 Offi cial stage start with Old Time Fiddlers 12:30 Windy Reeds & Survivor Name draw 1:00 Belly Dancers Headshave $151:30 Quesnel Pipes and Drums 2:00 East Indian Dancers Kid’s Tent: Mascot Meet & Greet2:30 Gold Pan City Dancers 3:00 Dale Brown and Mike Kid’s Tent: Jodi Ballinger- Craft & Puppet show 3:30 Tim Landon 4:00 Braveheart Highland Dancers / QTGC Gymnastic Club 4:30 Jim Savage 5:00 Fight Back Ceremonies / Community BBQ Dinner5:30 Fight Back Ceremonies 6:00 Brenda McGillloway Band 7:00 Correlieu Jazz Band8:00 TJS Band 9:00 Remember (Luminary) Ceremony begins Luminary Lap with Piper Guest Speaker

CELEBRATE ~ REMEMBER ~ FIGHT BACKRelay For Life is an inspirational, non-competitive, 12-hour fundraising event that brings you and your community together to celebrate life, honour and remember loved ones and unite in the fi ght for life.

Teams and individuals fundraise to help the Canadian Cancer Society save lives and support those who are facing cancer. Relay For Life has a festival-like atmosphere that your family, friends and co-workers can enjoy- regardless of age or fi tness level!

For more information about Relay For Life - www.relayforlife.ca/quesnel.

Volunteers are still needed for day of Relay For Life Contact 250-983-7514

Rules for the Day• NO DOGS PLEASE!!

• NO tobacco • NO alcohol• HAVE FUN – enjoy the great entertainment throughout the day!

• Take pride in knowing that every step you take today will help save lives!

2014 Relay for LifeJOIN US ON SATURDAY, MAY 24th

10:45am - 11:00pm LeBourdais Park

Pancake Breakfast - 9am (min $5 donation * Survivors Free)

Community BBQ Dinner - 5pm

NEW

REMEMBERTO RECYCLE

Annie GallantLifestyles Editor

LifestylesDo you have a story?

Contact Annie atPh: 992-2121Fax: 992-5229

[email protected]


Want to hire aSuper-Employee?Power-up with us!

Call a Recruitment Specialist

1.855.678.7833


For years, Brenda Gardiner chose to consider her

past, just that, in the past. However, it was a dif� cult past to forget. Before the age of � ve, Brenda witnessed the death of her mother, at the hands of her drunken father.

She was the oldest of � ve children, all of which were placed in foster homes after her mother’s death.

“I was raised by a wonderful foster family,” Brenda said of the home where she and one of her brothers grew up.

It was from her foster dad, who she fondly recalls as “Dad”, she learned with determination she could overcome any obstacle and that’s how she’s lived her life.

Brenda was one of six 2014 Coast Mental Health Courage to Come Back Award winners, but admitted when her nominator RCMP Cpl Jenny Collins asked if

she’d let her name stand, she was not completely comfortable.

“My � rst thought was I don’t want anyone to feel sorry for me,” she said.

However, with Jenny’s assurance of her imminent worthiness of this award, Brenda agreed.

“Once I realized that Jenny and others consider me and my story inspirational, I knew if it could help even one person to escape abuse it was worth telling my story.”

Brenda’s exposure to family violence and abuse was not limited to her immediate family. After graduating high school, she moved to Saskatchewan and at 19 married a young farmer and raised her four children and a nephew she adopted, all the while learning the skills needed to help her husband wrestle a living on a marginal farm.

Like her father, Brenda’s husband was an abusive alcoholic and although she now values many of the skills and lessons she learned in the 20 years

she spent with him, she knew she had to leave and break the cycle of abuse in her life.

“It was a life of survival,” she said.

Over the next few years, Brenda shared her story but never really came to terms with the effect it had on her.

After leaving her husband she returned to her home in the Smithers area and at 39 graduated from Northwest Community College and worked locally until accepting the job as band manager at Nazko First Nation in Quesnel. Brenda was learning the value of speaking up about injustice, encouraging women (especially First Nations women) to leave abusive relationships and the give back to the community in positive and productive ways.

She realized sharing her story wasn’t facing it, however, about seven years ago, at a violence workshop she told her story with emotion for the � rst time.

“The audience was

overwhelmed by my story,” she said.

“Following that break through, therapy followed which I’m still in today. It’s been very good for me.”

She recognizes without the adversity in her life, she wouldn’t be the woman she is today.

“I’d never have learned to operate a combine if things hadn’t been tough in the marriage and on the farm,” she said.

“And I’m a damn good combine driver.”

Other skills and personal development might not be so obvious, but Brenda knows they are just as compelling.

“I have determination and stubborness that drives me to do what I do,” she admitted.

“I’ve also learned a healthy respect for alcohol and can enjoy a modest amount but never to excess,” she said.

“I don’t put myself in a situation where abuse is possible, not anymore.”

Currently, Brenda works with seniors helping them maintain life in their own home and loves

her clientele, but her commitment to working with women in abusive and violent situations is still very much a priority for her.

She has formed a consulting business Warrior Woman 5 which presents workshops and awareness to First Nation women living in abusive or dysfunctional relationships and tells them there is help to deal with their addictions and emotions.

“I urge women not to beat themselves up for remaining in an abusive situation,” she said.

“Women often have several failed attempts at leave, but I also encourage them to never give up.”

Brenda knows it dif� cult to break the cycle of abuse. In her mother’s family, every member has died an alcohol-related death.

“No one grew old,” she sadly said.

It is Brenda’s � rm conviction that the road from poverty, violence and abuse is paved with educational dollars, and women need the

tools – self-esteem, life skills, employment readiness – before they can successfully leave the violence and abuse behind.

With her primary focus on First Nation women, Brenda adds if society really wants to address the culture of violence in these communities, it’s vital to reach the young women in a preventative way, instil the tools they need to survive and success without the spectre of abuse and violence in their lives.

“My voice is strong – I have no fear,” she said.

“If I can say, in a powerful, eloquent and factual way, what needs to be said, that’s what I’ll do.”

Brenda was not only honoured Jenny thought her worthy for nomination but was thrilled to receive the award.

However, possibly the most powerful aspect to the ceremonies was sharing it with her daughter, the next generation.

Unafraid and determined Brenda Gardiner’s courage to come back is inspirational

The gala evening was glorious for Brenda Gardiner and her five fellow Courage to Come Back award winners. Brenda joked it was nice the RCMP dressed to complement her fabu-lous red dress.Richelle Akimow photo


Trade connects us.

Farming families like Greg, Mélise, Maya and Megan in Sexsmith, Alberta depend on the Port of Prince Rupert. Our gateway connects their agricultural products to overseas markets, which means jobs and prosperity for people in western Canada. Our terminals may be located in Prince Rupert, but we’re building connections clear across the country—and the globe. Learn about the value of trade at www.rupertport.com/connections.

Trade ad drafts.indd 2 10/18/2013 1:56:40 PM

Trade connects us.

Farming families like Greg, Mélise, Maya and Megan in Sexsmith, Alberta depend on the Port of Prince Rupert. Our gateway connects their agricultural products to overseas markets, which means jobs and prosperity for people in western Canada. Our terminals may be located in Prince Rupert, but we’re building connections clear across the country—and the globe. Learn about the value of trade at www.rupertport.com/connections.

Trade ad drafts.indd 2 10/18/2013 1:56:40 PM

Trade connects us.

Farming Families like Greg, Mélise, Maya and Megan in Sexsmith, Alberta depend on the Port Of Prince Rupert. Our gateway connects their agricultural products to overseas markets, which means jobs and prosperity for people in western Canada. Our terminals may be located in Prince Rupert, but we’re building connections clear across the country - and the globe. Learn about the value of trade at www.rupertport.com/connections

Target your advertising and marketing efforts.

Decide which advertising opportunities have the

least waste. A well defined market position is key to

determining which marketing and advertising

opportunities make sense to support your market

position.

For upcoming business workshops, check our calendar online at

www.cfquesnel.com or give us a call at 992-2322

Community Futures, your one-stop source for business information

Business Tip of the Week Targeting is Key

Business Tip of the Week

Social Media and Online Marketing Tactics

Focus on making an impact with your limited marketing budget. Spot

marketing doesn't work. You need to put together an ad campaign that will

run over a set period of time - minimum of 6 weeks up to 15 weeks. By

focusing in a brief campaign period with some repetition, you'll have a

better chance of motivating people to buy your product, or at least getting

people to remember who you are.

Register for our webinar "Social Media and Online Marketing Tactics" on May 26, 2014 from 9.30AM-12.00AM by visiting our website at www.cfquesnel.com/seminars

Fiddle Champion Scott Woods & Bandpresent an authentic live tribute to

Don Messer’s Jubilee. Old TimeFiddle Music, Step Dancing,

Trick Fiddling, FamilyHumour and More!

Sun, June 8th at 2:00 pmWilliams Lake Elks Hall

TICKETS $25 AT THE OPEN BOOKIN WL OR CALL 1-855-726-8896

ALFRED ANGELO

“The Modern Vintage Bride”

Collection

100 Mile HouseE-mail: [email protected]

la� Act Formalsla� Act Formalsla� Act FormalsCAvailable from

LifestyLes


Quesnel Art Gallery presents Creative Chaos, which showcases the work of 21 members of the Quesnel Quilters Guild. Members of the guild were challenged to create half-square triangle quilts.

“We called it the HST challenge,” guild member Cyndi Myron said.

“This enables us to utilize scraps from other projects. Many of the quilts created have a geometric design but with placement of colour and design, each is unique. Dark and light further define the quilters’ interpretive design.”

Myron has been a member of the QQG

for almost 20 years and has her work in all the guild’s shows.

“The shows allow us to display our art and increase awareness for the community of our work,” she said.

The guild currently has 63 members of all levels of expertise.

“We encourage first time quilters – that’s how you learn and every member of the guild is eager to share their knowledge,” Myron said.

“The foundation of the guild is a love of quilting and a desire for fellowship. We also share a love of shopping for fabric.”

Myron admitted she usually has two or three projects on the go at any given time and says this is typical of most guild members.

“Quilting is a matter of prioritizing time, regardless of how busy or stressful your life is, to spend at least 15 minutes of your day being creative, for me it’s quilting,” she said.

Creative Chaos is sponsored by R&R

Sewing Centre, Quilted Accents and Amelia’s Cotton for Quilts.

Quesnel Quilters Guild will present their Mothers Day Material Girls Quilt Show, May 9 – 10, 2015 at CNC/UNBC.

May gallery show features local quilters Creative Chaos

Cyndi Myron is one of 21 members of the Quesnel Quilters Guild to display

their handiwork in the May gallery show.

Annie Gallant photo

Sell your vehicle

in the Cariboo Observer

1 column x 2” ad

all wheel drive, low kms, Great Price

Call today

555-555-5555after 4 p.m.

all wheel drive, low SAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLEall wheel drive, low SAMPLEall wheel drive, low SAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLEall wheel drive, low SAMPLEall wheel drive, low SAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLESAMPLE

Private party ads only (non-commercial) under cars, trucks,

SUVs or vans.

4 week buy

$4495plus GST

Just bring in or email your picture to

classi� [email protected]: Trina

classi� [email protected] Carson Avenue

250-992-2121


Community CalendarSPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS ETC...

Meetings and Special Events, Work-shops, Signups and Non-profi t Groups will run in the Sunday or Wednesday edition. The deadline for the Wednes-day 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.

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.

355 Reid St. (in the heart of Downtown)

250-991-0298

Helping you build a healthy body & mind, Naturally!

Gluten & Dairy Free Options!Cream Cheese

Dairy, gluten & soy free cheesy goodness!Chive & Onion, Strawberry and Plain

Both on SALE NOW

Premium Creamy Unsweetened

cultured coconut vanilla yogurt

Introducing New Premium Creamy

LIFESTYLE

Work B.C. and Dengarry Professional Services would like to congratulate Super Save Gas for creating a diverse workforce. This has been shown through their commitment in hiring individuals with developmental disabilities.

The businesses are being rewarded with “Diversity @ Work” Stickers to place in their windows.

Super Save Gas recognizes the value of a diverse workforce and the contributions people with developmental disabilities can give to the workplace and the community.

B.C. EmployNet has initiated the window sticker program across B.C. to recognize employers who have shown their belief in diversity in the workplace by hiring a capable individual who also happens to

have a disability.Many people with

developmental disabilities are eager to be employed, want to earn an income, be a contributing member to their community and valued in their jobs. Real work for real pay enhances independence, financial security and fosters a sense of belonging.

Part of the goal of recognizing businesses that demonstrate their belief in a diverse workplace is to inform consumers who may in turn choose to use their purchasing power to support such businesses.

So, again, congratulations to Super Save Gas. If you have any questions about the Diversity @ Work program, call Rosie Dunn @ 250-992-7691 or stop by Work BC.

Congratulations Super Save Gas for chosing diversity in the workplace

Super Save Gas employ-ee Steven Ireland, left, shows off the Diversity@Work sticker with Audrey Steinbach, owner and Rosie Dunn, employment consultant for Diversity@Work program.Annie Gallant photo

MONDAYBBBSQ CLOTHING

AND BOTTLE DRIVE, May 26 – 30, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Drop off bottles and soft items at the Little Big House, 368 Vaughan Street, For information call 250-992-7257.

QUESNEL ART GALLERY is soliciting expressions of internets from gardeners, musicians, artists/artisans who would like to be part of the Garden Galleries event July 13.

For information email [email protected] or phone 250-991-4014.

WEDNESDAYMONKEY AND

CROCODILE STORYTELLING WORKSHOP, May 28, 3 – 4:30 p.m. at Literacy Quesnel Office, 488 McLean Street, ages 4 – 6 need to be accompanied by an adults, ages 7 – 9 with or without an adult, registrations preferred, call 778-414-9119 or email Rebecca at [email protected]. Joing us to make puppets and learn to tell this story to your family and friends.

THURSDAYHERITAGE SPEAKER

SERIES PRESENTS GRANDE DAMES OF THE CARIBOO with Julie Fowler, sponsored by Quesnel Museum

and Archives, May 29, 7 p.m., Council Chambers, upper level Quesnel City hall. Admission by donation. Books available for purchase. For information call 250-992-9580 or [email protected]

FRIDAYQUESNEL ART

GALLERY PRESENTS CREATIVE CHAOS, an exhibition showcasing the amazing results of the Quesnel Quilters Guild’s challenge to make half-square triangle quilts. Show runs to June 3.

SATURDAYQUESNEL AND

DISTRICT HORSE SHOES Monday, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Fun nights, first tournament, May 245. Come and join us. Not professional club, only people having fun. For information call 250-747-

1872.

MULTI-AUTHOR BOOK-SIGNING FAIR May 24, 1 – 3 p.m., at Quesnel Library. Meet B.C. talented authors, win book prizes, discover newly published books.

QUESNEL LIONS MONTHLY GARAGE SALE, May 31 (the last Saturday of every month) at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hot dogs and coffee will be available.

16th ANNUAL QUESNEL CHARITY MOTORCYCLE POKER RUN June 7, beginning at Maple Park Mall ends at Murphy’s Pub, entry fee $10/person, registration begins at 10 am, run starts at noon. For information call Marc 250-747-3292

INTRO TO SONGWRITING

WORKSHOP with local recording artist Amber Bowen, June 7, West Fraser Timber Room, 1 – 5 p.m. sponsored by RCMA, $10 each, advance registration required, limited space, includes admission to Open Mic Night. For information and registration call Russ 250-992-3452.

OPEN MIC NIGHT, June 7, West Fraser Timber room, Arts and Rec Centre, all ages welcome, 7 – 11 p.m., sponsored by River City Music Association, everyone welcome to play/sing or listen/dance, $5/person, max $15/family. RCMA members free, membership available, for information contact Russ, 250-992-3452.

SUNDAYNORTH QUESNEL

NEIGHBOURHOOD BLOCK GARAGE SALE May 25, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. in 300 Block of McNaughton Ave. Wide variety of plants and household items for sale. Contact 250-992-2453.

ONGOING EVENTSQUESNEL AND

DISTRICT LAWN BOWLING Wednesday, 2 p.m., Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Saturday, 6:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. For information call 778-414-7733. Drop ins welcome at West Fraser Timber Park, next to Rona.


May 18 - May 24, 2014

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20Aries, your thoughts are distant right now, almost as if you’re living in a fantasy world. This is cre-atively beneficial but not so helpful for practical tasks.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21Taurus, if you’re not careful, you could find yourself debating family and friends this week. Instead, try to sit back and listen rather than fostering debate.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21Gemini, a realization about what is really impor-tant to you instills a renewed sense of confidence this week. You will be focused on important things.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22Cancer, if your finances seem like they are in a state of upheaval, it could be because you have not looked at everything in black and white just yet. Make some changes.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23You come on too strong sometimes, Leo. Those who know you best can handle this approach, but you can scare off potential new friends if you do not ease up.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22Be patient and do not demand too much of your-self during the next few days, Virgo. You need to keep your workload light; otherwise, you may get easily overwhelmed.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23This is a time to discover the value of others, Libra. A willingness to try new things and delegate some responsibilities will free up your calendar.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22Certain personalities don’t always click, Scorpio. Don’t feel the need to overcompensate for a strained relationship. Spend more time with those with whom you connect.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21Flexible thinking is key, Sagittarius, especially as you face a few new challenges this week. There are some opportunities to reconnect with family later in the week.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20A rush of activity fills your calendar and keeps your phone ringing off the hook, Capricorn. Your challenge will be separating the pressing events from others.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18Aquarius, paperwork has built up and requires more time than you had originally planned. There is no way to avoid this task, but a helper can make it move more quickly.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20Moderation is your mantra for the week, Pisces. Do not let the pendulum swing too far in either direction.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYSMAY 18 - Tina Fey, Actress/Writer (44)MAY 19 - Lily Cole, Actress (26)MAY 20 - Sierra Boggess, Actress (32)MAY 21 - Judge Reinhold, Actor (57)MAY 22 - Ginnifer Goodwin, Actress (36)MAY 23 - Jewel, Singer/Poet (40)MAY 24 - Bob Dylan, Singer (73)

Kersley - 15 km south of Quesnel250-747-8683 • www.alamohospitality.ca

Restaurant, Motel, RV Sites, LaundromatOpen 7 am to 9 pm daily

Visit our Family friendly Restaurant

GREAT FOOD • GREAT SERVICE

Check out the selection of Depression Glass • Jewellery • other treasures.

1280 Quesnel Hixon Rd. Quesnel

250-992-7274

North Cariboo GrowersA Division of Vanderhoof & District

Co-op Association

1280 Quesnel Hixon Rd.1280 Quesnel Hixon Rd.1280 Quesnel Hixon Rd.1280 Quesnel Hixon Rd.OPENMon-Sat7:00 am - 7:00 pm

VALLEY AUCTION LTD Specializing in Livestock and Farm Sales

Armstrong, BC

On offer at Valley Auction Ltd. May 8, 2014Head of Livestock 538 Number of Buyers 33

Baby Calves ............................. $ UP TO $ 300.00Veal Calves .............................. $ -- $ --D 1-2 Cows ............................. $ 95.00 $ 107.00D 3-5 Cows ............................. $ 80.00 $ 94.00Holstein Cows .......................... $ 90.00 $ 100.75 Bulls ........................................ $ 117.00 $ 127.50Bred Cows (% by head) ............ $ -- $ --Cow Calf Pairs (% by head) ...... $ 1,800.00 $ 2,200.00FEEDER CATTLE DIVISIONS (prices quoted per 100 lbs.)

Steer Calves 300 - 400 ............ $ -- $ --Steer Calves 400 - 500 ............ $ 220.00 $ 240.00Steer Calves 500 - 600 ............ $ 210.00 $ 230.00Steer Calves 600-700 .............. $ 195.00 $ 217.00Feeder Steers 700-800 ............ $ 191.00 $ 202.00Feeder Steers 800-900 ............ $ 176.00 $ 190.00Feeder Steers 900-1000 .......... $ -- $ --Heifer Calves 300 - 400 ........... $ 210.00 $ 225.00Heifer Calves 400 - 500 ........... $ 190.00 $ 205.00Heifer Calves 500 - 600 ........... $ 203.00 $ 214.50Heifer Calves 600 -700 ............ $ 187.00 $ 209.00Feeder Heifers 700 - 800 ......... $ 171.00 $ 180.00Feeder Heifers 800 - 900 ......... $ 165.00 $ 175.00Feeder Heifers 900 - 1000 ....... $ 125.00 $ 141.00HOGS, SHEEP & GOATSSows ....................................... $ -- $ -- Weaner Pigs ............................ $ -- $ -- Feeder lambs ........................... $ 80.00 $ 125.00 Lambs & Ewes ......................... $ 30.00 $ 95.00Goats ....................................... $ 45.00 $ 200.00

Foraging seedsare i n stock

for all your planting needs!

YOUR ONE STOP RUNNING STORE

RUNNING ShoesRUNNING ShoesCheck out our

Come in for a personalized fitting today.

1655A 15TH AVE, PRINCE GEORGE (ACROSS FROM PARKWOOD MALL)

Stride & GlideS P O R T S

Website

1-866-612-4754PhoneOrders

www.strideandglide.ca

Check out the New Spring Arrivals

Preparations for the 41st Annual Billy Barker Days Festival are well under way! Mark the third weekend in July on your calendar so that you can take part in

the festivities! This action packed, 4 day-long celebration of our Gold Rush heritage features free musical entertainment in LeBourdais Park, amusement

park rides, rodeo, race track action, and much, much more.

Be sure to come out Friday and Saturday evenings to see our main musical acts:Friday July 17th - BIG GUITAR does CCR

Saturday July 18th - Billy Barker Palooza with tributes to AEROSMITH, AC/DC & THE TRAGICALLY HIP

YOU can help us make this the best festival of all! Become a volunteer and have fun by taking part. We have openings in a variety of areas. Applications can be found on our website www.billybarkerdays.ca or can be picked up at our office next to the museum. We are now open Monday to Friday 9:00 am

to 5:00 pm to assist you will all your Festival questions.

We can be reached by telephone at 250-992-1234, by facsimile 250-992-5083, and by e-mail at [email protected].

Billy Barker Days Festival is in search of FOOD CONCESSIONAIRES

July 17-20, 2014 Applications can be picked up at our office and are also available online.

Cutoff date is May 30, 2014

For further information please call 250-992-1234

41st AnnuAl Billy BArker DAys FestivAl

July 17th to 20th 2014

LIFESTYLES

In Timothy 4:12, we read a comment from the writer of

the letter (Paul) written to encourage the recipient (Timothy) which goes as follows “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.” He tells him to not allow his youth to be an influencing factor in how people treat him or consider what he has to say.

Then he qualifies his words, helping Timothy to process and make this a reality. Basically, he says that if

others see the way you live, they will show you the respect and listen to what you have to say, in the way you hope they will.

Sometimes we are guilty of weighing up what people have to say in light of their young age. And, just as errantly, we consider what the grey heads say as valid because they are old.

The writer is pointing out a very important principle – no matter where we find ourselves in life. No matter

your age, gender, race or experience, as Christians, we are qualified by our lives – private as well as public. Character supersedes charisma, lifestyle overrides bank balance, wisdom wins over age and results do not justify the process.

The way we live our lives will determine whether others are listening or merely hearing.

Brian Dean is pastor with Lakeview Church in Quesnel.

Lakeview ChurchPastor Brian Dean

Make your life an example, respect will follow

Are you adventurous and interested in environmental issues? Do you have a sustainability project you have been dreaming of implementing? If your answers are yes, the Rivershed Society of BC (RSBC) invites you to apply for the Sustainable Living Leadership Program (SLLP), an eye-opening 25-day educational journey down the Fraser River.

From July 31 – Aug. 24, participants in the SLLP will travel by raft, canoe, van and on foot from the Fraser River’s headwaters near Valemount, B.C. to Vancouver, 1,400 km away. You travel accompanied by skilled facilitators and guides who

interpret the geography, biology and history of the landscape. You learn from and get inspired by RSBC’s extensive network of community leaders you meet as you pass through their communities.

The SLLP is seeking applicants for the 2014 trip. The Rivershed Society of BC encourages anyone with an interest in sustainability or community development to apply. To qualify, participants must be 19 years of age or older and physically fit. Community volunteer experience is an asset. The application deadline is May 31. For more information or to apply visit: www.rivershed.com.

Trip of a lifetime – explore the Fraser


Quesnel and District HospicePalliative Care Association

A big thank you to our prize donors, media and contributors

An event such as this would not be possible without our wonderful volunteers

Thanks all the participants who collected pledgesand the people who donated to our

13th Annual Hike for Hospice

A special thank-you to our MAJOR SPONSORSQuesnel Cariboo Observer, Service Electric Ltd. and Autow

as well as the RBC Foundation & Quesnel staff for their team action grant of $1000.00We would also like to thank our Mayor, Mary Sjostrom for her words of encouragement

and Miss Quesnel, princesses and candidates for helping with the event today

We are pleased to announce that we made a total of $ 5798.91 at our Hike for Hospice.

Our top participant fundraiser was David Law. We wish to acknowledge our national sponsors

Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association, Glaxo Smith Kline, Bayshore Health Care and Arbor Memorial,

which allows us to keep 100% of funds raised in Quesnel stay in Quesnel.

Linda AlecMarlna AlecIsla ButlerEileen CindricRichard CindricEvan Clark Elenore Clark

Kady ClementSierra CookKayleen DillaboughMikaela FedorukBob HeskethSandra Howkins

Shaylee JackDiane KotzerCarol LawSusan MacNeillAdrian MonychRuss Pomeroy

Tracey RobertsBarb WatsonSherry WebsterJames WeldonCarol Weremy

All West Glass B & A AutobodyBarkerville Historic ParkBenjamin Moore DécorBig Canyon RaftingBooster JuiceBowron Lake LodgeCarib TheatreCariboo FordCariboo WaterCenterline Fix AutoEileen Cindric Evan and Elenore ClarkClauson LoggingCloverdale PaintCrystal Glass

Downtown Petro-CanadaEagle Building SuppliesFrank’s SupermarketFraserview Pharmacy Ltd.Front Street PharmacyFull ThrottleHi Chic Cutting Lounge Iris Optometrists and OpticiansKal TireKarin’s Deli and Health FoodsKumsheen Rafting ResortMcDonald’s RestaurantsJean Muir Northern Flowers GreenhousesOld Dutch FoodsOutback

Plato Island ResortQ-BrewQtaxQuesnel CleanupJoe RegtsRonaRuby’s Nursery School Dist #28Cottonwood Heritage SiteRosemarie ShopaShoppers Drug Mart#213The Sign StopStylin on AbbottTen Mile Lake ResortSherry Webster Willis Harper Hardware & Furniture

SportsDo you have a story?

Contact Whitney atPh: 992-2121Fax: 992-5229

sports@ quesnelobserver.com Whitney GriffithsSports Reporter


WHITNEY GRIFFITHS Observer Reporter

The Quesnel Waveriders had a long and tiring weekend, travelling to a high-level competition May 3 – 4 in Richmond with approximately 500 other swimmers.

The majority of the teams participating came from the U.S., the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.

Waverider Natasha Hanson was Quesnel's

high scorer for the Richmond meet, swimming to four personal best times and placing in the top six in seven of the events for ages 12 – 13 category.

Hanson placed third in the 50 free and in the 100 free and fifth in the 200 free.

This accomplished young simmer has qualified for 'AA' Provincials in the 15 and under category and has been selected to attend the Summer Games in

Nanaimo, July 17 – 20. Swimming for boys was

Luca Armstrong who achieved four personal best times. He also placed in the top 30 for all of his races in age 11 and under.

Getting three personal best times and coming in ninth in the 100 breast and seventh in the 200 breast in his age group was Waverider Sonny Cervienka.

For 50 fly, Garnet Currie placed fifth in his category.

For age 11 and under

Deegan O'Hara came in the top 30 in three races and got two personal bests.

Swimmer Ryley O'Hara got three personal best and was in the top 30 for age 12 – 13.

For two races in 11 and under Seth Reddemann was in the top 30.

For category 14 – 15 Brad Swyers was in the top 20 for three races and was selected to go to the North American Indigenous Games held in Regina,

July 20 – 27. Billy Swyers was in the

top 20 for seven races in 11 and under, getting an 'AA' provincial qualifying time and now has four qualified events.

For girls, swimmer Gavin Currie achieved two personal best times as well as placing in the top 30 for two of her races in the 11 and under category.

Getting four personal best times and placing in the top 30 for two of her races in the 11 and

under category was Grace Currie.

Waverider Darby O'Hara came in 13th place in the 50 fly for the 11 and under category, swimming to three personal best times at the swim meet in Richmond.

For the 12 – 13 category Emerie Watson was in the top 20 in four of her races.

The next event for the Quesnel Waveriders is in Kamloops, May 30 – June 1.

Quesnel swimmers ride the waves in Richmond

Tae Kwon Do tournament

Members of Deane’s Black Belt Academy travelled to Kamloops for the provincial martial arts championship on May 3 with students placing in sparring, pattern, high kick, chamber and weapon form. This is the first year that the Quesnel academy has done weapons form and the students took home two bronze medals, two silver medals and a gold medal for their hard work throughout the year. The black belt academy’s students participating in the tournament returned to Quesnel with 9 gold medal, 13 silver medals, and 48 bronze medals overall.

Whitney Griffiths Photo.

Quesnel Cariboo Observer Wednesday, May 21, 2014 www.quesnelobserver.com A17

spectraenergy.comspectraenergy.comspectraenergy.com

Spectra Energy is committed to diversity in our workplace and equal access to opportunities. All candidates will be given fair consideration based on individual merit.

Millwright/ Heavy Duty MechanicA temporary (1-year) professional growth

opportunity—Prince GeorgeIf you thrive on variety and the chance to develop your technical skills, consider this term opportunity to perform operations and maintenance duties on a full range of facility equipment at Spectra Energy natural gas turbine compressor stations within the area. Currently qualified as a Journeyperson Millwright or Heavy Duty Mechanic, you will also participate in and complete the Operator Qualifications Training program for each station in your area. You’ll need to be able to work all CPEA shifts and must have a valid driver’s licence and the ability to travel from your base in Prince George. Oil & Gas industry experience would be an asset.

For more information on this position, and to apply online by May 26, 2014, please visit: spectraenergy.com/careers.

We thank you for your interest. Please note that only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Start each day with a sense of purpose.End each day safely with a sense of accomplishment.

That’s the kind of outlook we are striving to achieve for our employees at Spectra Energy. We value diversity and inclusion, openness and teamwork. Ours is a high-performance culture where you’re encouraged to stretch your capabilities and exercise creativity in effecting change and shaping the future.

Spectra Energy is one of North America’s premier pipeline and midstream companies. Our approach extends beyond our offices and facilities into our neighbourhoods, towns and cities—through community and economic development partnerships, we cultivate talent and grow leadership.

Career Opportunities


Employment Employment

Accounting/Bookkeeping

Apply Today!www.tolko.com

Looking for your next great career opportunity?Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with the poten al for con nuous growth and development? At Tolko people are our most valuable resource and our success depends on innova ve individuals who are aligned with our organiza onal values.

We currently have the following career opportunity available:

WOODLANDS ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT Term Posi onWilliams Lake, B.C.POSITION OVERVIEW:As part of a team of Accoun ng Professionals, the Woodlands Accoun ng Assistant will play a key role in providing support to the Woodlands Accoun ng sta . The candidate for this twelve month term posi on will possess a good understanding of basic accoun ng principles and concepts and will apply this knowledge to various accoun ng du es, prac ces and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:• Some accoun ng experience and knowledge required• Pro cient in MS Excel • Accoun ng experience in a similar role would be an asset• Experience using JDE and LIMS would be an asset• Forest industry accoun ng experience would be an asset• Excellent organiza onal skills• Desire to work in a team environment

Tolko o ers an uncompromising focus on safety performance, compe ve compensa on packages, sustainable business prac ces, and a progressive environment. We are an industry leader in world markets and we are looking for some great people to join our team!

Closing date May 25th, 2014

Build Your Career With Us

Accounting/Bookkeeping

Arena Alternative Proposalby Ernest Gamache

Public Information Meeting

Wednesday, May 21st at the

Best Western Tower Inn banquet room

(500 Reid Street) @ 7pm

Announcements

In Memoriam

MEMORIALGIFTS

Quesnel & DistrictHospice Palliative Care

AssociationYour tax-deductible donation either

to continuing palliative careservices or to Quesnel Hospice

House will assist those living withor affected by life-threatening

illnesses, by providing dignifiedcare and comfort.

Donations may be sent to:Quesnel & District HospicePalliative Care Association

PO BOX 4537, Quesnel, BC V2J 3J8Volunteer Co-ordinator/Grief

Counsellor250-985-5815

Executive Secretary/Donations250-985-5816

Thank you for caring.

PersonalsMEET SINGLES right now! No paid operators, just real peo-ple like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and con-nect live. Try it free. Call now: 1-800-712-9851

Travel

TimeshareCANCEL YOUR Timeshare. no risk program, stop mort-gage & maintenance pay-ments today. 100% money back guarantee. Free consul-tation. Call us now. We can help! 1-888-356-5248

Employment

Business Opportunities

EMPLOYERS CAN’T fi nd the work-at-home Medical Tran-scriptionists they need in Canada! Get the training you need to fi ll these positions. Visit CareerStep.ca/MT to start training for your work-at-home career today!

GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected Territories. Full de-tails call now 1-866-668-6629. Website www.tcvend.com.


PUT YOUR experience to work - The job service for peo-ple aged 45 and over across Canada. Free for candidates. Register online now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or Call Toll-Free: 1-855-286-0306.

Employment

Education/Trade Schools

APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship for Women to at-tend Journalism certifi cate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Application dead-line May 31, 2014. Send appli-cations: [email protected] More information online at: www.bccommunitynews.com/ our-programs/scholarship

Information


Employment

Help WantedAn Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)723-5051.

FAST AND Reliable Plumbing Repairs, 24/7. Call Parker Dean for your next plumbing job. Present this ad and get $50 off. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.

Tim Horton’s Quesnel now hiring FT & PT staff. Apply in person with resume to down-town location.

Information


Your community. Your classifi eds.

250.992.2121

fax 250.992.5229 email classifi [email protected]

AGREEMENT It is agreed by any Display orClassifi ed Advertiser requesting space that the liability of thepaper in the event of failure topublish an advertisement shallbe limited to the amount paid bythe advertiser for that portion ofthe advertising space occupiedby the incorrect item only, andthat there shall be no liability inany event beyond the amountpaid for such advertisement. Thepublisher shall not be liable forslight changes or typographi-cal errors that do not lessen thevalue of an advertisement.

bcclassifi ed.com cannot be re-sponsible for errors after the fi rst day of publication of any ad-vertisement. Notice of errors onthe fi rst day should immediatelybe called to the attention of theClassifi ed Department to be cor-rected for the following edition.

bcclassifi ed.com reserves theright to revise, edit, classify or re-ject any advertisment and to re-tain any answers directed to the bcclassifi ed.com Box Reply Ser-vice and to repay the customerthe sum paid for the advertis-ment and box rental.

DISCRIMINATORY LEGISLATION Advertisers are reminded that Provincial legislation forbids thepublication of any advertisementwhich discriminates against anyperson because of race, religion,sex, color, nationality, ancestry orplace of origin, or age, unless thecondition is justifi ed by a bonafi de requirement for the workinvolved.

COPYRIGHT Copyright and/or properties sub-sist in all advertisements and inall other material appearing inthis edition of bcclassifi ed.com.Permission to reproduce whollyor in part and in any form what-soever, particularly by a pho-tographic or off set process in apublication must be obtained inwriting from the publisher. Any unauthorized reproduction willbe subject to recourse in law.

ON THE WEB:

INDEX IN BRIEFFAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTSTRAVEL

CHILDRENEMPLOYMENT

BUSINESS SERVICESPETS & LIVESTOCK

MERCHANDISE FOR SALEREAL ESTATE

RENTALSAUTOMOTIVE

MARINE

For all the news...www.quesnelobserver.com

371 Reid St. www.sparivier.ca 250.992.8084

Spa RivieR

proudly welcomesJody Rosner

to our team !

Jody is trained in Relaxation & Deep Tissue Massage, Reflexology, eminence Organic Facials, Manicures,

pedicures, Gel polish, St. Tropez Spray Tans, and Waxing

Book a 45 or 60 minute massage with Jody and recieve a complementary 15 bonus minutes!

914 Hwy. 97 N. Quesnel, BC • 250-992-9450

Time Out ConvenienceFull Service

Easy RV Access!

Open 7 days a week for your convenience

Weekdays 6am - 10pm

Weekends & Holidays 7am - 10pm

everything yOu need! • COFFEE • COLD DRINKS • SNACKS • MILK AND MUCH MORE

A18 www.quesnelobserver.com Wednesday, May 21, 2014 Quesnel Cariboo Observer

West Fraser is seeking the employment of a

GENERAL OFFICE CLERK This is a Casual Part Time position. Primary responsibilities will include reception duties and support of other administrative functions. Experience with computer systems including Microsoft Office Excel and Word is mandatory. A Post-Secondary Diploma in Office Administration is preferred but not required.

Only those invited for an interview will be contacted. Please mail resumes to: Office Manager West Fraser 1250 Brownmiller Rd. Quesnel, B.C. V2J 6P5

INSURANCE AGENTDavid J. Gook Insurance Agencies Ltd. requires a Level 1 Agent with I.C.B.C. Autoplan experience or a candidate with good clerical

skills and a willingness to train. Full or Part Time available.

Please drop off resume at 428 Reid Street or email to [email protected]

No phone calls please.

David J Gook Insurance Agencies Ltd.

Domino’s Pizza

Please email or drop off resume at #103-155 Malcolm Drive

In West Park [email protected]

Now Hiring

Tremendous family home in the city. Near Fraser River and opens onto soccer field. Six bedrooms or can be renovated at minimum cost to create a

downstairs suite. Near schools, on bus route. Five minutes by car to downtown. Nicely kept up.

Established backyard. New 10’ X 14’ workshop. Almost new appliances.

Call 250 992-3650 to meet owner. We have enjoyed the house for 24 years.

$227,900.00

855 Rolph Street

Best Western PLUS

Tower Inn/Begbie’s Bar & BistroJob Fair

Thursday, May 22, 20149am-noon

Apply in person, Best Western PLUS Tower Inn, 500 Reid Street, QuesnelPositions available: Bartenders, Servers, Line Cook, Bellman(luggage handling), Housekeeping, Building Maintenance,

ce Assistant, & ront esk

Employment

Help Wanted

POWELL RIVER and Region Transition House Society is posting for a full-time “Stopping the Violence Coun-sellor.” For a complete job posting, please email Julie at [email protected].

Quesnel Sand & Gravel re-quires an experienced Bunch-er Operator for 2014/2015 Logging Season. Competitive wage & benefi ts offered. Con-tact Tyler @ (250)992-2388 or Email: [email protected]

Ulysses Restaurant has immediate openings for

servers & cooks. Apply in per-son @ 122 Barlow Ave.

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services

GOLDFIELD Bakery in Bar-kerville Historic Town seeking friendly staff for front counter help. Full & part time. Fax re-sume to 250-994-3241 or email [email protected]

Help Wanted

Employment

SalesCorporate Sales PositionWe are looking for a sales pro-fessional to continue the de-velopment of our wood prod-ucts markets. The successful candidate will have a degree in commerce, and sales expe-rience in the lumber industry. Send resume to: [email protected]

Trades, TechnicalMILLWRIGHTS & Welders Contract work with rotating shifts. Maintenance contracts for Central and Northern BC. Competitive wages based on qualifi cations. Please attached Resume and Certifi cates when responding. Email only Please g s c h r e i n e r @ n i ra r e s o u r c -es.com Qualifi ed applicants will be contacted.

RADIUM Technologies Inc. is cur-rently looking for: PIPEFITTER’S Camp work 14/7 rotation. In Grande Cache, Alberta. Fax your resume to 780-567-3789 or [email protected]

Help Wanted

Employment

Volunteers

Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association

Client Care Volunteer Training Program

QDHPCA welcomes compassionate men and women who are interested in providing respite care, companionship and support to individuals, and their families, who are living with a chronic progressive or life limiting illness, to those who are at the end of life, and to those who are bereaved. As a Client Care volunteer your care and support may be needed in the person’s home, in hospice, in hospital or in residential care.

If you are interested please contact QDHPCA’s Co-ordinator of

Volunteers & Grief Support at

250-985-5815.

Work WantedNorm’s Handyman Service Lawns, rototilling. Call (250)255-1874

Services

Financial ServicesDROWNING IN debt? Cut debts more than 60% & debt free in half the time! Avoid bankruptcy! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+


Houses For Sale

Services

Financial ServicesGET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB.

1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.UNFILED TAX returns? Unre-ported income? Avoid prose-cution and penalties. Call a tax attorney fi rst! 855-668-8089 (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)

HandypersonsHandyman

Tony(250)-992-0144

Merchandise for Sale

Garage SalesGarage Sale - May 24 & 25, 10am-3pm. Large selection 2210 Kohanko Road, Bouchie Lake.

Kersley Community is having a huge garage sales. Watch for balloons at a dozen or

more homes.May 24 only9 am - 3pm

NQNA Block Garage Sale!Sun. May 25th, 9AM - 1PM

300 Block McNaughton Ave.Wide variety of hsehold items.

For info. call (250)992-2453Special Estate Sale

Saturday May 24, 8:30 am-4pm, #58 Bel Aire

Estates, N Fraser Dr.Furniture & many special

treasures. Excellent prices.Message for Susan

250-992-7633(Marian)


Houses For Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Misc. for SaleA- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS

Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all

sizes in stock. SPECIAL

Trades are welcome.40’ Containers under $2500!

Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders JD 892D

LC excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108

Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

KILL BED bugs & their eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedep-ot.comKILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate bugs- guaranteed. No mess, odorless, long lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot.SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - 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 or call 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.STEEL BUILDINGS. Hot sav-ings - Spring sale! 20x24 $4,348. 25x24 $4,539. 30x30 $6,197. 32x36 $7,746. 40x46 $12,116. 47x72 $17,779. One end wall included. Call Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or on-line: www.pioneersteel.ca

Misc. WantedBUYING Coin Collections,Estates, Antiques, Native Art,Silver, Jewelry 778-281-0030

Real Estate

Duplex/4 Plex3Bdrm/1Bath Unit in 4-Plex, Clean, newly renovated, f/s, w/d included, utilities not in-cluded. N/S, small dog OK. $750/mo. Call (250)992-6629 or (250)255-4744

Mortgages

Northland Mortgages

250-992-7295

FIXED 5 YEAR RATE

2.89%

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

WILKINSON APARTMENTS

398 Roddis Dr.Quiet, Secure

1 & 2 bdrm suites.Elevator & laundry

facilities.References Required.

Adult OrientatedCall 250-992-8949

Commercial/Industrial

4000 sq. ft. Shop, 16’ ceiling, 2 bath, includes 1 bdrm. suite. Lots of parking. $850/mo. Call (250)992-7625Busy Building Central Loca-tion. 443 s/f upper level unit, newer fl ooring, $425/mo. + tax & 295 s/f bsmt. unit, newer paint & fl oor, $190/mo. + tax. Both include heat & hydro. Call Terri @ (250)992-7202 or Wes @(259)992-5665

Offi ce/RetailOffi ce Space avail @ Fraser-view Medical Building next to hospital. Suitable for profes-sional offi ces: medical, legal, accounting and other consult-ing businesses. Please call Ideal Properties(250)992-5992

Suites, LowerWestSide small 2bdrm. bsmt suite, $650/mo. heat, hydro & Sat. TV incl. Shared laundry, (778)466-0998 Avail. June 1st

Transportation

Cars - Domestic

2002 Pontiac Sunfi re

4Dr, 4 Cyl, 5 Spd, 45M/GGreat Economy VehicleStereo, No Rust, $2,950

Call (250)992-8747

2004 Saturn Vue4 dr, Black, STRD.,

Excellent Stereo, great Mileage on gas, 6 cyl.,

188,000kms. Four new snow tires included.

Asking $4000.00

2006 CHEV COLBALT Q2639376, 2dr, CPE LT

Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales(778)414-2277

2007 PONTIAC WAVEQ2746180, Loaded


2009 INFINITI G37 COUPE Q2999231, AWD


2010 CHEV COBALT 4DRQ1039375,SDN LT w/2LT SCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772012 CHEV MALIBU

Q1239413, LSCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772012 CHRYSLER

Q1269400,Town & CountryCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772012 DODGE AVENGER

Q1251230, SXTCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772012 DODGE AVENGER


(778)414-22772012 FORD FOCUS

Q1209407, SECariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

Cars - Sports & Imports

2008 MAZDA MAZDA3 Q2890008, GT


2009 SUZUKI SX4 JXQ2909399,Hatchback AWDCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772010 TOYOTA YARIS

Q1099383, LECariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772011 HYUNDAI ACCENT

Q1181148, GLSCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772011 NISSAN ROGUE

Q1199250, SLCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

Q1199361, ComfortlineCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

Recreational/Sale1994 TRAVELAIRE RUSTLER

Q9499287, 5th WheelCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

Sport Utility Vehicle2009 PONTIAC VIBE

Q2949109, GTCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772010 CHEV SUBURBAN

Q1071245, LT, 4WDCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772010 Jeep Wrangler

Q1099412, 4WD, SportCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772011 DAKOTA BIGHORN

Q1159423, 4WD, Crew CabCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772011 DODGE JOURNEY

Q1151246, AWD, R/TCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-22772011 DODGE JOURNEY


(778)414-2277

Transportation

Sport Utility Vehicle2012 DODGE JOURNEY

Q1261249, AWD, R/TCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2012 GMC TERRAINQ1279229, AWD


Trucks & Vans2005 FORD

Q2519334, Super Duty FX4Cariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2005 PONTIAC MONTANAQ2540165, SV


2006 PONTIAC MONTANAQ2649394, SV, EXT


2008 GMC SIERRA 1509Q2879318, 4WD, Reg. CabCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2009 DODGE RAM 3500Q2959255, 4, D6 Auto AC PW


2010 DODGE RAM 1500Q1059393, Quad Cab


2010 FORD F150Q1019392, 4WD SupercrewCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2010 FORD F150 Q1019409, 4WD SupercabCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2011 GMC SIERRA 1500Q1179166, 4WD, Crew CabCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2011 GMC SIERRA 1500Q1179347, 4WD, Crew CabCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2011 GMC SIERRA 1500Q1179411, 4WD, Ext. CabCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2012 DODGE RAM 1500Q1259358, SXT


2012 DODGE RAM 1500Q1259424, 4WD, Quad CabCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2012 FORD F150Q1219278, Super Crew


2012 FORD F150 Q1219386, XLT Eco-BoostCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2012 FORD F150Q1219414, 4WD SupercabCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

2012 GMC SIERRA 1500Q1279410, 4WD, Ext.Cab Z71


2012 GMC SIERRA 2500Q1279391, 4WD, Ext. CabCariboo Truck & Auto Sales

(778)414-2277

Don’t Wait.Mammograms can detect lumps in the breast long before they are noticed in any other way.

Mammograms can save your life and you’re worth saving.

Call (toll-free) 800-663-9203to book an appointment.

FightBack.Volunteeryour time,energy andskills today.

2004 Saturn VueBlack, 4dr, STRD.,

Excellent Stereo, great on gas, 6 cyl., 188,000kms.

Four new snow tires included. Asking $4000

(250) 747-2303


Seminar - First Impressions - FREE

Saturday, May 24 @ 10:30amRoy and Jean will discuss how to achieve

a professionally designed front yard

www.richbarnursery.com

250.747.2915A proud member of Nurseryland

3028 Red Bluff Road

follow us on

GOLF & GARDENS

Garden Centre Hours : OPEN DAILY 9-7 Cafe & Golf Course : OPEN

Call 250.255.GOLF (255.4653)

RICHBARNURSERY

Homegrown Quality Since 1957

Senior’s Day 10% offevery Wednesday in May

It’s Planting Time!

Industrial • Commercial • Residential

FREE ESTIMATES

“Paving the Way to a Better Community”

Ph. 250-992-9033 Fx. 250-992-6030

Roads • Highways • Parking LotsTennis Courts • Driveways

f lowers

f lowers & greenhouses

& greenhouses

ANNUALS • PERENNIALSHANGING BASKETSVEGETABLE PLANTS

250.747.2017(JUST PAST PINNACLE PELLET)

4366 HIGHWAY 97S

NOW OPEN

8am - 6pmEveryday

PERENNIALSHANGING BASKETSVEGETABLE PLANTS

250.747.2017(JUST PAST PINNACLE PELLET)

4366 HIGHWAY 97S

EverydayEveryday

LAWN & GARDEN

Do you wish you had a green thumb? Do all your house plants keep

dying? Maybe the answer is Tillandsia ….. Air plants. Yes, even you can grow these.

Tillandsias are epiphytes, or aerophytes because they grow without soil and actually pull in moisture and nutrients that are in the air through structures called trichomes on their leaves. These plants are not parasitic but use their host only as a support. They are very funky looking, even alien-like.

Okay, they do require some care but it’s very minimal. First, they like bright light, but not direct hot sun so avoid a south facing window. To bloom and multiply they will need bright light. Moisture is important especially in our dry northern homes during the winter months. It is recommended that you submerge them in water for 2-3 hours every two weeks. You will be able to tell that the plant is drying out as the leaves will start to look unhappy and begin to curl. Do not use softened water as the salt will kill the plant. That goes for

all houseplants. Un-softened tap water is okay but bottled water would be better. Rain, pond or aquarium water is the preferred choice. Misting in between soakings is recommended but not compulsory.

Fertilize them with a weak, one quarter strength soluble fertilizer such as Miracle – Gro once in the spring and again in the summer. If you are using pond or aquarium water, fertilizing is not necessary as they are getting enough nutrients.

Plants will usually bloom spring to summer and afterwards begin producing tiny new plants called ‘pups’.

To remove these new plants just pull carefully away from the mother plant.

You can really get creative with these plants and the sky is the limit to what you can attach them to. Attach them to driftwood, shells, rocks, pottery etc. The current horticultural trend is to display them in hanging globes or inside specialty picture frames.

Jean Atkinson is a horticulturist with Richbar Golf and Gardens. Tillandsia needs very little care and attention.

Google image

Houseplants for the horticulturally challenged

Landscaping tips bloom in nearly as many varieties as roses and peppers. Like health tips for humans, however, we often know what we should be doing, but sometimes we just don’t have the time, energy, or motivation to follow the most productive practices.

Fortunately, agricultural techniques and wireless technology are making life easier for today’s gardeners, first by helping plants to start out stronger and also by monitoring their growing conditions with automation. Consider the following three tips when starting your flowerbed or vegetable garden and your plants are more likely to thrive.

• Select plant

varieties that are easy to grow. Not all vegetables are created equal; some have been developed so that they are much easier to grow than other varieties.According to MarthaStewart.com, among these great growers are the Black Seeded Simpson loose-leaf lettuce, Carnival sweet peppers and the Super Sweet 100 cherry tomato.

• Look for disease-resistant varieties. The disease-resistant label doesn’t mean your plants will be trouble-free, but it does indicate that they have the capability to fight off diseases when they occur. Certain types of tomatoes, for example, carry a “VFN resistant” designation,

indicating the plant is resistant to verticillium and fusarium fungi as well as to nematodes. Hybrid tomatoes often are bred specifically to provide such resistance. Some varieties of perennials and vegetables also are resistant to conditions like powdery mildew and the black spot disease that can damage roses. Ask your garden store advisor for resistant varieties of the flower and vegetable plants you buy.

• Use technology to monitor your plant health. Parrot, the company that develops wireless peripherals for mobile devices, is offering a wireless plant monitor equipped with Bluetooth Smart (low

energy) technology. Called Flower Power, it connects to mobile devices and monitors four crucial factors: soil moisture, fertilizer, ambient temperature and light intensity, and transmits that information to your mobile device.

It can be used on plants indoors or outdoors. A free Parrot Flower Power app (developed in collaboration with international

botanists) lists tasks for the day and predictions for coming days. It also offers access to a library of more than 7,000 plants, trees and vegetables.

The sensor is available through Future Shop, Best Buy and Parrot.

Equip yourself with the best plants and tools, and you’re much more likely to enjoy the fruits of your labour.

– newscanada

Techniques and technology to make gardening easier

REMEMBERTO RECYCLE

Come check us out on Facebook today!


14-073.4_RenoNation_10.33x7_FBC-P1.indd 1 5/15/2014 11:45:35 AM

flyers. coupons. deals. savings tips.

Visit

AND SAVE!Browse flyers from your favourite national and local retailers

Featured Retailers


Visit

Check out weekly flyers

and SAVE!Browse flyers from your favourite national and local retailers

Featured Retailers


Visit


Featured Retailers


Visit


Featured Retailers


Visit

Check out weekly flyers

and SAVE!Browse flyers from your favourite national and local retailers

Featured Retailers

SPORTS

Provincial Level 1 athletes attending the Prince George

gymnastic invitationals, back, left to right:

Coach Lisa Laundry, Sydney Williams, Emily

Mooreside, and Danielle Gamache; front, left

to right: Courtney Kitamura, Ava Aracki.

Contributed photo.

Have a story?Let us know

250-992-2121Email [email protected]

Find us on Facebook atQuesnel Cariboo Observer

WHITNEY GRIFFITHS Observer Reporter

Prince George hosted a gymnastics invitational May 3 – 4.

Members of the Quesnel Technics Gymnastics Club (QTGC) participated, with athletes attending the competition bringing back some fantastic results for Quesnel.

In the Men's Zone Championships Issac Woodllends was 4th overall, working hard to take home bronze medals in pommel horse, parallel bars and hi bar.

Competing for Pre-Argo

Girls was gymnast Courtney Kitamura winning silver on beam and floor, Bronze on vault and bars to earn herself bronze overall.

Emily Mooreside won the bronze medal on beam and was 8th overall for Level 1 Girls Argo.

For Level 1 Girls Tyro Danielle Gamache placed 7th on beam and floor and 8th in vault, with fellow QTGC member Sydney Williams also winning 7th place on floor.

Winning silver on beam and floor, 4th on bar and vault and second overall in Level 2 Girls Argo was Preseley Kitamura.

Winning gold on Floor

for the Level 2 Girls Novice was Taya Mueller.

Participated in the Level 3 Girls division gymnast Madison Moore won 4th on beam, 7th on vault and 8th on bars.

Winning gold for her overall performance for Level 3 Girls was Emily Gorder. This accomplished athlete also took home gold on Floor, silver on beam and vault and bronze on bars.

Alyssa Schneider won bronze on beam, floor, and overall for her performances in the Level 3 Girls category.

Also competing in Level 3 Girls was Jessica Higgins, winning gold on vault as well as beam and

silver on bars.Winning gold for the

Interclub were QTGC members Hannah Brown for vault, beam and overall performance, Kaitlyn Horth on floor and Lidia Solecki on vault.

Both Horth and Solecki also took home silver for their overall performance.

Also placing for the Interclub was Tatum Mueller receiving silver on vault, beam, floor, and for overall performance.

The QTGC will be travelling again to participate in upcoming meets in Fort St. John May 23 – 24, and in Kelowna on May 30 – June 2.

Quesnel gymnasts excel in P.G.

quesnel cariboo observer, may 21, 2014

Documents

fight backwww

garden ready

garden participants

west village community

garden shed

regular garden group

plant peace poles

west village garden