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After council’s decision to dissolve the Quesnel Community and Economic Development Cor-poration (QCEDC), some board members are speaking out.

“I understand council is looking at ways to save money,” former QCEDC chair Jim Gorsline said.

“But they lost a critical independent viewpoint in retaining existing business.”

The decision to dissolve the board came dur-ing council’s strategic planning process. Ac-cording to a UBCM report, the majority of B.C. municipalities use an in‐house model for eco-nomic development and this approach is rated as a highly effective way to do economic devel-opment by municipalities that use it.

“Council believes that an in‐house economic development function will more directly align with its strategic plan and budget constraints and, as a consequence, is taking steps to dis-solve QCEDC and its Board,” mayor Bob Simp-son said.

“We’re grateful for the time, energy and commitment that the volunteer board of the QCEDC have put into economic development for our region and thank the Board members for their dedication and service to our commu-nity.”

Simpson pointed to a savings of about $140,000 from the decision, however some board members, consisting of community mem-bers question the savings.

“It was a big surprise to hear,” former board member and Cariboo Regional District director John Massier said.

“I can’t understand the savings when you’re getting rid of a board of volunteers.”

Simpson noted QCEDC’s “surplus” budget but regardless he said “it’s still taxpayers mon-ey.”

“Yes, it’s a one-time savings,” he said.“But it meant we aren’t making staff cuts.”In the meantime, an interim board will be

composed of three council members, one CRD representative and two city senior staff.

CITY COUNCIL

Council dissolves

QCEDC board

Tom the torchbearerLocal high-profile veteran Tom Moffat, left accepts the Canada Winter Games torch from Paralympic athlete James Gemmell as he completes the last leg before entering the arena for torch celebrations. For more photos see PAGE A3.

Whitney Griffiths photo

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

The City of Quesnel invites interested parties to submit a sealed bid/offer on City owned lots located at 490 Lewis Drive and 1702 Dyke Road.

Building conditions apply on these lots. Please contact the City of Quesnel Development Services Department for information. Both lots are part of Strata Corporations. The properties are being sold on a “as is, where is” basis.

Sealed bids in a clearly marked envelope reading “Sale of 48-51 of 490 Lewis Drive” or “Sale of SL33, 1702 Dyke Road” will be accepted at the front counter of City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 until Friday January 30, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. At that time, there will be a public opening for both properties.

The City of Quesnel reserves the right to refuse any or all offers submitted on these properties including the highest offer.

Inquiries regarding this property may be directed to Kari Bolton, Director of Corporate and Financial Services during office hours at 250-992-2111.

DISPOSAL OF PROPERTYLot 48-51 at 490 Lewis Drive – sold as one package – 2015 Assessment $40,000

Lot SL33 at 1702 Dyke Road – 2015 Assessment $17,800

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Jan. 31– Quesnel Library – 1 p.m.

Presentations at 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.

During these community engagement sessions, the CRD will be seeking input on the 2015 budget and five-year

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NEWS

Mayor Bob Simpson announced some early outcomes of Quesnel City council’s budget deliberations and strategic planning process.

These early actions include: rescinding the remuneration increase for the Mayor and councillors that was approved by the previous council prior to the November election, a wage freeze for senior management and the dissolution of the city’s economic development corporation (see front page story).

Council is developing its 2015 budget and � ve‐year � nancial plan. For 2015, council must address an approximately $575,000 revenue shortfall in order to maintain programs, services and infrastructure maintenance spending at 2014 levels. This shortfall is primarily

a result of the Canfor mill shut down, an industrial tax re‐assessment at West Fraser, wage increases and in� ation.

In addition, despite the fact that council spends almost $2 million per year for capital improvements, the city has an annual infrastructure de� cit of approximately $2 million.

That is, in order to maintain the city’s existing roads, sidewalks, buildings and utilities Council must � nd an additional $2 million per year for capital spending.

Failure to address this issue in a timely manner through cost‐saving measures and/or increased taxation will ultimately result in council borrowing money just to maintain the city’s existing infrastructure.

While still in the early stages of the budget process, the Mayor and

Council along with the senior staff of the City of Quesnel have decided to start their cost‐saving measures with their own remuneration. Council passed a motion to rescind the indemnity increase for mayor and council.

In partnership with council, the city manager and his directors have agreed to freeze their salaries at 2014 levels for this � scal year.

Mayor Simpson stated that he believes council’s willingness to rescind their indemnity increases is a clear demonstration of Council’s desire to take its leadership role seriously.

“This is just a � rst step for council as we are taking a hard look at every line item of the City Budget, particularly the expense accounts which are directly within the purview of Council,” mayor Bob Simpson said.

City Manager

Byron Johnson said that both he and his directors also wanted to publicly demonstrate their understanding of the � scal constraints facing the city, and show leadership in our cost control efforts.

Simpson emphasized that council believes city staff must be paid fairly and at competitive rates.

“We are fortunate to have professional and dedicated staff managing our city and council believes they deserve to be compensated fairly and competitively in order to retain and attract such talented people; so, council is very appreciative of our senior staff’s willingness to freeze their wages this year,” he said.

Council votes to rescind indemnity increase

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The 2015 Winter Games Torch Relay Celebrations made their way through town Saturday. The Torch bearers began at the rec centre, with the route winding through the city of Quesnel and ending at the Twin Arenas. The celebrations included a performance by Bright City Heights, a DJ, a public free skate, fireworks as well as cake and hot chocolate.

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Obituary Tribute

MIRANDA LOLA FORSYTHEOct. 18, 1989 - Dec. 19, 2014

It is with sadness that Mark and Wendy Forsythe announce their daughter Miranda’s passing. Miranda was surrounded by family and passed peacefully after a lengthly illness. Miranda is survived by her parents and brother Geordy, her grandparents George and Hilda Murray and Cathy Forsythe. Her extended family includes aunts and uncles – Les and Marie Murray, Robin and Jim Mathis and Nancy Murray and Nathan Kew and many cousins and great cousins. Miranda also considered her dogs Radar and Sophie a part of the family. She was predeceased by her Grandparents Lola and George Forsythe.

Miranda was active in bowling and rhythmic gymnastics with Quesnel Special Olympics until her illness prevented it. She also had a large group of friends and “sta� ” at Quesnel Community Living Association. Miranda

greeted everyone she knew warmly. She was “one of a kind” - with a strong and unforgettable personality. She was known in those circles for her personal � air for fashion and accessories.

It was an amazing support network that allowed Miranda to lead a full life – several communities surrounded Miranda with love – family friends, her close friends, The United Church community. Lakeview school sta� and students, Correlieu sta� , support workers, resource teachers and school district sta� . The large Special Olympic community of coaches and athletes. QCLA clients and sta� and Handi-Dart drivers – All of these supports were what allowed Miranda to � ourish and become who she was.

Wendy, Mark & Geordy would like to thank all the friends and colleagues and their families in the larger community that have played and worked with Miranda and then � nally supported them in their � nal months with Miranda’s ailing health. Thanks also for the care she received from the Doctors and Nurses and hospital sta� at GR Baker Memorial Hospital and Kelowna General Hospital that was above and beyond.

Miranda taught us about life and living it well: about how unconditional love is the best love of all, about loyalty and perseverance, about strength in the face of adversity, about hard work and � nding happiness in the “small things”. Loved by her family forever and always, she will be remembered by many and dearly missed.

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The Quesnel Pipes and Drums are pleased to host Robert Burns Night at the Royal Canadian Legion in Quesnel this Saturday (Jan. 24).

This is the 256th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns.

Did you know that Robert Burns’ Auld Lang Syne is recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as be-ing one of the top three most popular songs in the English language.

The other two are Happy Birthday and For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow.

Join the Quesnel Pipes and Drums in celebrating Scot-

land’s most famous poet. This is an annual celebratory tribute to the life, his works and spirit of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns (1759-1796).

The evening includes the customary Burns Night festivities with a traditional roast beef dinner, Scotch bar, Braveheart Highland Dancers, singing, Quesnel Pipes and Drums and a dance.

Doors open 5:30 p.m., program starts at 6 p.m. and dinner at approximately 6:30 p.m.

Tickets $25 per per-son. Please phone 250-992-9769 for tickets.

Calling all Robby Burns fans

Occidental Hotel presents The Chevys

Rockabilly is coming to Quesnel this Friday, Jan. 23 at the Occidental Hotel. Taking the stage is The

Chevys, a three piece band from Prince George that is dedicated to creating a rockabilly musical

experience for audiences of all ages. Rockabilly music is a blend of rock, blues and country ele-ments that was most popular in the late 1950s. The Chevys not only play music from this golden

age of Rockabilly featuring artists like Buddy Holly and The Everly Bros. But also more modern

Rockabilly like Chris Isaac and The Stray Cats. They also have been known to play a few originals as

well. The Chevys put on a great show for large or small audiences, young and well not so young. They

promise to get people dancing, singing along and plain old just having a great time. Their resume includes playing everything from intimate shows

in café’s, to the famous Cold Snap Music Festival, right up to large audiences like the British Colum-

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B.C.’s Golden Ticket: The Canada Winter

Games

The Canada Winter Games is the pinnacle of sport and recreation that unites our ten provinces and three territories.

The Games are coming very soon to Prince George from February 13 to March 1, 2015. With athletes and stage artists from across our nation coming to perform, they will showcase our nation’s regions, cultures and Canadian heritage through sport, community, music and art.

The Canada Winter Games is one of the largest multi-sport and cultural events for youth in the nation. It is the first time they have been held in British Columbia, and an opportunity that won’t return to our province for more than two decades.

This event is not only an opportunity to support and enjoy the hard work and dedication of athletes in 19 official sports, including Paralympics and Special Olympic competitions, but a chance to celebrate. There were 25 Quesnel torch bearers that rallied and showed the spirit of the Cariboo last weekend. And this year will also mark the 25th edition of the Canada Games, as well as the University of Northern British Columbia’s 25th anniversary.

These Games are for all British Columbians to attend and enjoy. If you haven’t already purchased your tickets, visit Ticketmaster online at www.ticketmaster.ca or charge by phone at 1-855-985-5000.

The Canada Winter Games not only catches the spirit of sportsmanship, but helps build strong and vibrant communities across our nation that promote unity, cultural understanding and diversity.

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Other Funding SourcesThe deadline for submitting Letters Of Intent for the 2015 Quesnel Community Foundation Grant Cycle has now passed. Eligible organizations that submitted letters can expect to hear from the Grant Committee in the next three weeks.There are several other sources for funding that are available to community groups and organizations:• The Cariboo Regional District publishes a monthly newsletter

that provides information on grants available to community groups within the CRD. To subscribe or for more information contact [email protected]

• Another excellent resource is the Non-Pro� t Handbook: a Guide to Funding, Information, and Development for Non-Pro� ts. This handbook was developed by Community Futures and Quesnel Community Foundation and can be found at www.cfquesnel.ca – click on Services. You will also � nd more information under Helpful Links.

• A list of alternative funding sources can be found on our webpage under How To Receive Grants

There are many sources of grant information available to non-pro� t groups – a bit of time spent on research can lead to some very pro� table results. For more information about Quesnel Community Foundation, visit our website at www.quesnelfoundation.ca or email [email protected]

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ENTERTAINMENT

The Comedy Combo tour is back with an all-star line up. Well, actually it’s the same three guys as every year, but why fix what’s not bro-ken?

For a fifth con-secutive year improv comedy profession-als Panic Squad join stand-up comedian extraordinaire Leland Klassen for an amaz-ing night of laughs for the whole family.

That’s right, I said the whole family, yet they do it without compromising the funny in any way.

These comedians are national headliners in their own right, and they’re teaming up to make one huge come-dic super show.

It’s not just improv comedy, it’s not just stand-up comedy, it’s a variety of comedic disciplines (I know, discipline and comedy don’t normally go together) all packed into one fantastic tour.

This year for the first time, they are venturing outside of Canada and bringing this amazing show to the United States as well.

Don’t miss your

chance to see this super funny tour when it makes a stop in your town.

About Panic Squad

Based in western Washington, the Panic Squad are in demand through out North America.

Every Panic Squad show is sure to be fresh, clean and very funny. And best of all, no two shows are the same.

They come up with hilarious, non-stop, completely original, completely on the spot, brand new

comedy shows every single night.

About Leland Klassen

Leland is a stand-up comedy veteran who just keeps getting bet-ter with age.

He was recognized early on as a bright young talent on the rise and he’s never looked back.

With each perfor-mance, his energy, uniqueness and comedic chops just keep getting sharper.

You may have seen him in some of his many television ap-

pearances such as on Just For Laughs, The Comedy Net-work, CBC and YES television and more. But you should see him where’s he’s at

his best, live and in person.

Show starts at 7 p.m. Jan. 22 at Northstar Church. Tickets are $15/$49 for the family pack.

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When local author Beverly Fox became aware of the latest topic in the Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Power of Forgiveness, she felt it begged her to write her own short story on the subject.

“My goal in writing will always be to inspire readers to explore their faith and see life’s journey in the spiritual light of how God would have them live it,” she said.

“As it was Christ who told us to forgive, then showed us how to do that.”

Although Fox is dedicated to completing her trilogy in the Piper series, she has found it dif� cult to devote time to the � nal book.

“My Piper books explore, through a � ctional medium of characters, how God wants us to live our lives whereas the Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Power of Forgiveness, invited me to show through a non-� ctional medium how God wants us to live our lives,” she said.

Now that Fox has one short story accepted and included in this latest book, she receives regular call-outs but says if a subject comes up that she feels passionate about then she’ll consider another submission.

When asked what is the primary difference between a non-� ction article for Chicken Soup for the Soul and her � ctional trilogy, Fox said as well as being a different style of writing, she feels the difference lies in the audience.

“Some people may hesitate to pick up a Christian novel, but there aren’t many people whose hearts haven’t been warmed by one or other of the Chicken Soup for the Soul books, many of which inspire them to the same precepts God told them to live by,” she said.

“Call it chicken soup for the soul or being light and salt to the world, for me it’s about getting the point across.”

Fox went on to say the realization than an article she wrote was being published in mainstream literature, having such a widespread audience was most rewarding.

“People are already familiar with the Chicken Soup titles. They pick it up because they know in it they’ll be encouraged by real people, dealing with real problems,” she said.

“That they’ll be inspired and strengthened in their own journey. As I see it, that’s the essence of why we’re on earth – to come alongside people travelling the path we are and encourage them.

“The Chicken Soup book was an ideal avenue for that.”

Fox admitted writing is challenging but she feels very blessed.

“Being recognized in the are of non-� ctional inspiration writing by Chicken Soup for the Soul, in addition to the latest recognition from the Christian Sector – being awarded bronze in the 2015 Illumination Awards for my second novel – I feel blessed. But also challenged, as to what God would have me write next.”

Although the poem which Bev Fox wrote first, was not included after the final edit by the book’s editors, both the poem and the story are part of a treasured memory for Fox and her family.

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Obituary Tribute

Sheryl DrescherAugust 11, 1961 ~ January 15, 2015

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother and wife Sheryl Drescher, who was taken from us too soon. Sheryl is cherished by her family and a wide circle of friends. She enjoyed camping, gardening and taking in all the wonders of nature. Sheryl leaves behind her loving husband Doug and her daughters Jessica and Lindsay. She is survived by her sisters Ayner (Len), Karyn (Cec); brothers: Keith, Duane (Monique), Kevin (Shannon); and numerous nieces and nephews.Thank-you to the wonderful sta� at he P.G. Hospice

House for your wonderful support in the time of Sheryl’s passing.

There will be a Celebration of her Life

held at the Kersley Hall, 4829 Edwards Road on

January 24, 2015 at 11:00 am.

In lieu of � owers donations can be made to the Rotary Hospice House in Prince George.

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Veteran Paul Nichols is taking a leap of faith to help raise awareness for the changing faces of veterans today. His own experience of being thanked by a woman who had sur-vived war in Bosnia for two years. Cana-dian soldiers saved her and enabled her to come to Canada to start a new life. To witness her gratitude and appreciation was life-changing. And the realization that the sacrifice to his family was truly worth it in the end has inspired him to include more than 700 Canadian veterans on a ride with him to con-nect them with their communities to be thanked as well.

Communities for Veterans Foundation announced the sched-ule for the ride across Canada is complete. The awareness and fundraising campaign is going to visit hun-dreds of communities across the country. Now they are asking veterans and serving members to join the ride in their commu-nities.

CVF – The Ride Across Canada (CVF – TRAC) is inviting veterans and members to join them on the

ride to build aware-ness. Each veteran rider will receive a riding lesson and join the ride for a leg of the journey through their com-munities.

“We as soldiers have a code that says we look after our own,” veteran Paul explained.

“I want fellow veterans and serving members to come out and ride with me through their home towns and for com-munities to recog-nize them for a hard job well done.”

There are veterans from recent wars liv-ing among us every day, quietly trying to return to civilian life. This transformation can prove to be very difficult after being subjected to war. One of the goals of CFV – TRAC is to talk to veterans, community mem-bers and survivors to hear their stories and encourage discussions that open up commu-nication and discover how communities can support veterans and their families.

“I realize now how ill prepared I was when my soldier re-turned home to me,” says Paul’s wife Terry said.

“How I expected him to be the same person that left – and that is not possible. I continue to learn how to support him and try and understand his demons the best I can.”

Terry is a therapeu-tic riding instructor and she is joining her husband on the ride. She will be giving veterans and serv-

ing members riding lessons to allow them to join the ride through their com-munity.

The Ride will host more than 150 fun-draising events over the course of the journey and hopes to create awareness for the changing face of Canadian veterans. To book an event - communities, groups and organizations can submit a request through the website or e-mail [email protected].

The ride leaves from Victoria, B.C. on April 11 and will touch the Atlantic coast at the begin-ning of November.

For more informa-tion on this ride and how to register, please visit the of-ficial website of the Communities for Veterans Foundation at www.communi-tiesforveterans.com.

About Communi-ties for Veterans

FoundationThe Communities

for Veterans Founda-tion was started by Paul and Terry and is based out of Quesnel, B.C. The funds that are raised throughout the ride will support the expense of the

ride, provide riding lessons for veterans and proceeds will support veteran programs already in existence.

About Paul Nichols

Paul is a former Calgary Highlander and served with the Princess Patricia Ca-nadian Light Infantry

(PPCLI) during the UN Mission in the former Yugoslavia. He is currently serv-ing with British Co-lumbia Company of the fourth Canadian Ranger Patrol Group.

About Terry Nichols

Terry is a therapeu-tic riding instructor and wife of a Cana-

dian veteran.Together they run

their family farm, equine facility and Bed and Breakfast in Quesnel, B.C. with their two daughters.

For more informa-tion contact Terry Nichols, Communi-ties for Veterans Foundation, 250-991-2463 or e-mail, [email protected].

Paul Nichols take his horse, Zoe, for a walk on city streets to help prepare her for the Ride across Canada.

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CFV – TRAC ready to cross CanadaLooking for veterans to ride by his side and engage communities

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Did you do a “cleanse” to start the year? A diet or supplements to, you know, “detox” your body?

Please, if you did, I don’t want the details. I’m here to discuss the underlying assumptions of this fad. TV presenter Dr. Oz is a promoter of various schemes, soup diets and the like, but there are many books and consumer products being flogged.

“Supplements, tea, homeopathy, coffee enemas, ear candles and foot baths promise you a detoxified body,” writes Ontario pharmacist Scott Gavura, who treats cancer patients with medicine’s most potent drugs.

Frustrated by the pharmacy industry’s willingness to cash in on fake cures for nonexistent conditions, Gavura began contributing to ScienceBasedMedicine.org, where you can search “detox” find his takedown of this notion.

He traces the roots of purification rituals in religious and medical history, such as when patients were bled with leeches.

Actual “detox” is administered in hospital for

those with dangerous levels of drugs, alcohol or other poisons. Credible physicians abandoned theories of “autointoxication” in the 19th century.

“Today’s version of autointoxication argues that some combination of food additives, salt, meat, fluoride, prescription drugs, smog, vaccine ingredients, GMOs and perhaps last night’s bottle of wine are causing a buildup of ‘toxins’ in the body,” Gavura writes. “And don’t forget gluten. Gluten is the new evil and therefore, is now a toxin.”

Gluten-free products now occupy whole sections of grocery stores, not far from the pricey “organic” produce that may or may not be tested for synthetic pesticides.

Living in the Lower Mainland 20 years ago, I noticed people lugging big plastic jugs to the grocery

store to fill with water. Metro Vancouver is a rainforest, with some of the best tap water in the world, so I wondered what they were trying to avoid.

Discreet inquiries yielded similar answers. Aside from the odd superstition about chlorine or fluoride, they had no idea at all. They didn’t know about the Coquitlam reservoir, or ozonation, or what they were buying, which was essentially municipal water run through a filter. They had been convinced to pay $2 for water in plastic bottles, and this somehow led to the conclusion that their tap water is only fit for washing clothes and driveways.

Vaccinations? Don’t get me started. In the past year I have had an argument with a registered nurse at a blood donor clinic, annoyed that the health ministry denied her imagined “right” to infect frail patients with influenza, and with a veteran politician who only recently overcame a vague taboo against putting vaccines in her body.

It’s no wonder people constantly fall for enviro-scares like toxins from the Alberta oil sands that are

actually concentrated in cities where all that fuel is burned, or the threat of genetically modified canola oil, or smart meters. The media are frequently part of the problem, lacking scientific literacy and preferring conflict over common sense.

Take Vancouver (please). The mayor rose to fame with a company that sold overpriced imported tropical fruit juice in single-serving plastic bottles. Calling it “Happy Planet” convinced a new generation of urban rubes that they’re doing something for the environment. Plus, there are “no chemicals” in it, to cite the central myth of hippy science.

At the risk of giving you too much information, I did a cleanse last year. It was for a screening colonoscopy, one of many that have taxed the B.C. health care system since a new test was added to the standard medical checkup.

Try that one if you’re over 50.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: [email protected]

Hippy science is easy, and wrong

B.C. ViewsTom Fletcher

Edged sword

Canada may have invested be-yond its means in an oil boom that has come to a crude halt.

Sure, the cheaper pump price has a direct impact for consumers who will have more disposal income. But as a result are we spending this money on imported goods? If so, this may eventually lead to more of our hard earned dollars being shipped off shore in exchange for the perishable and disposable products we allow in.In the short term, this drop in gas

prices may directly be good for the consumer but why have prices for other goods and services not follow suit and also decrease? Or will they decrease and that will be the begin-ning of the deflation period for our country? We have already seen the loonie shrink in value. Will the cost of imported consumer goods increase as the dollar weakens?Around 112,000 jobs are linked to

the oil industry. With less oil produc-tion, less labour is required and this has a negative impact on spending overall. These workers can no longer afford the lifestyles they have been living, they stop spending and can no longer service their debt. The flow on effect continues. Consumers begin to think prices will continue to fall and delay their purchases but as we all know the growth of an economy relies upon consumers spending now.As a result of the government spend-

ing more on employment insurance, tax revenues decreases or they could ask for more money from your pocket each week. Not such a big saving now is it?With cheaper gas prices, will people

use more of this fleeting resource? Will investment into renewable resources be crippled and take longer to devel-op? Will we become more reliant on oil as a result of this price crash?Sure it is not all doom and gloom

having a weaker dollar, we can market our destination to the US who is just down the road but do we have the infrastructure and tourism products to take advantage of our weak loonie now or the volume required to sustain our shrinking disposal incomes?If saving at the pump is really that

appealing to us then why have we not become less dependent on our ve-hicles?

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Editor:I can’t believe that I’m

reading this. It sounds ridiculous. The B.C. government is going to slaughter 184 wolves to save 18 caribou.

Once again the B.C. government is launching a war on wolves. What’s worse is that the government knows it won’t work.

In the B.C. wolf management plan they stated themselves that: “The ultimate reason that caribou have declined is likely habitat fragmentation and loss. To date, B.C.’s wolf management actions have not been successful in meeting Mountain Caribou recovery objectives.”

The government has tried before to save caribou populations by

culling wolves and it hasn’t worked before, it won’t work now. That’s because wolves are not the problem and definitely not the cause of the declining caribou population.

Habitat degradation is the leading cause in the population decline. Things like clear cutting, logging, pipelines, oil sands and recreational activities such as snowmobiling are to blame. Caribou are adapted to living in areas where no other ungulates can survive. This choice of habitat is an important predator avoidance strategy.

When there is so much habitat loss it pushes the caribou into smaller areas but higher concentrations which makes them easy targets for predators. Not to mention that the clear

cutting and road building certainly makes hunting easier for the wolves. In addition, the habitat loss and fragmentation alters their habitat to start increasing the growth of shrubs. This opens up new territory for other ungulate species such as deer, elk, moose. Wolves will follow their main food source and this new territory is often where they end up which increases the predation on caribou as a result. In addition to this, wolves are highly intelligent creatures with very complex social relationships, much like humans.

When a pack member is killed it disrupts the entire pack, and research shows that as a result it can increase reproductive rates in wolves and

destabilizes pack structure causing more predation of livestock and other non-native prey.

For decades, the B.C. government has ignored the science and continued to side with lobbyists from groups like the Cattlemens Association.

Now they are getting into bed with other organizations such as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service which has a history of scape-goating wolves for the benefit of livestock producers.

In addition to all of this the government says that the wolf population is stable enough to sustain a cull, yet it is almost impossible to get an accurate population number since the assessment of changes in population numbers is based on both anecdotal

information and records of the number of wolves killed.

“Trends in the wolf population are estimated primarily from changes in reported harvest, along with observational reports from ministry staff, First Nations, stakeholders and the general public.”

As stated in the B.C. wolf management plan. Yet this “stable population” estimate of 8,000 wolves is considerably less than the

provinces 17,000 Grizzly bears which has been designated as a species of concern; seems a little conflicting.

The B.C. government will continue to use scientifically unsound reasons to scapegoat the wolf in order to divert attention from the fundamental problem of ongoing habitat destruction and displacement caused by human encroachment due to the advancement of industry.

There are other ways to protect and help ensure a future population for the caribou but shooting wolves from helicopters isn’t one of them. Please write to your government to voice your opposition to this barbaric plan.

Ashley Gribble,Kamloops, B.C.

For decades the B.C. government has

ignored the science and continued to side with lobbyists

from groups like the Cattlemens Associa-

tion.

Failing to see the logic in provincial decision

Thankyou

Former mayor Mary Sjostrom was hon-oured for her years

of service during last week’s council meet-

ing. Left to right: Coun. Laurey-Ann Rooden-

burg, MLA Coralee Oakes, Sjostrom and mayor Bob Simpson.

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sports@ quesnelobserver.com Whitney GriffithsSports Reporter


QFSC The Quesnel Figure

Skating club (QFSC) is all dressed up

and ready for the CNC Regional

Figure Skating Championships taking

place Jan. 23 – 25 at the Quesnel Twin

Arenas. Local skaters, competing in the

championships, took to the ice for their final

dress rehearsal. Back row (left to right):

Cassandra Greenwood, Casey Fisher,

Grace Dunn, Kayla Flannigan, Beverly

Smetaniuk, Carmen Huang and Melissa

Mathison. Middle row (left to right): Jersey L’Heureux,

Mitchell Dunn, Presley L’Heureux, Fiea Marsh,

Ballie Jackson, Alexa McTavish. Front: Olivia

Williams.Karen Powell photo

Bear put a definite scare into BCS who conveniently had a

can of bear spray on hand to dissuade the bluff charge to bag the 6-5 record-tying victory.

With the win, BCS in within one game of the 1999-2000 Red squad who went 15 straight without a loss.

The BCS 14 wins in a row streak is a new mark that shows no signs of faltering as they can still click with all hands on deck.

A fully staffed Bear side actually had a 3-1 Zamboni time lead, which they turned into 4-2 and 5-4 advantages before succumbing to the tenacious BCS fore-check.

Leading the Bear scorers were the reunited Twin Towers of Brody Howdy Neighbour who scored a pair and assisted on Big Bob Merta’s rebound slam.

Igniting the Bear offence on many occasions was the Dynamite D Pair of Jim Great

Scott who had three assists and Rob Wildone Weremy who scored on a gorgeous move and also earned an assist.

The not-to-be-denied BCS squad knew exactly when to rev their engines as Nathan The last Strand pin-balled one in from the slot as Ian Heartbreaker Hannah scored a pair on nifty moves.

Despite being minus three in the first half, Bruce The Moose Broughton earned a trio of assists including a shorthanded

dish to Justin Time Rasmussen who knotted the contest at fives.

Then as lady luck would have it, Colin All Cars Keis scored the winner on a knuckle-ball floater that fooled the Bear tender to extend Bear’s losing streak to five.

The other contest saw the Black and Blue bruised Serenity side come out flying as they played 10 times as well as they did last week to earn a surprising 7-2 win over Fraser River.

Surprisingly, the Builders actually scored less goals in this week’s second half (five) than they did last week (six).

The difference was they were down by eight last week and tied at twos this time around.

Feeding off each other like Mutt and Jeff were Wade Augustus Fenton who pocketed the winner and assisted on all of Jeff Othello Needham’s hat trick tallies.

Scoring his first of the season for Serenity, after what seemed to be months of frustration was Curious George Ryan as Eric Bonsai Bodman scored in his second consecutive game.

Replying for Fraser River who are now a distant 12 points

behind the front runners were Mike Vernon Ingram and Kevin Nightrider Hesslegrave, who continues to hold the scoring lead.

Steve Dodge is a defensive winger with Bear Communications and an Observer contributor.

BCS closing in on a long-standing record

Steve Dodge

PAPERBACK WRITER FHL scoring leaders Player Team Goals Assists Points

Kevin Hesselgrave Fraser River 23 22 45

Justin Rasmussen BCS 21 21 42

Ian Hannah BCS 23 13 36

Colin Keis BCS 17 14 31

Randy Crofts Bear 13 15 28

Wade Fenton Serenity 11 17 28

Lee Naeth Bear 19 8 27

Bruce Broughton BCS 6 21 27

Chad Swanson Serenity 14 12 26

Scott Fairless BCS 7 18 25


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WON’T BACK DOWN FROM ANY COMPETITIVE DEAL!OVER 150 CARS, TRUCKS, SUVS, and VANS

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NOWONLY

$32WK(2)

CONSUMER ALERTFor 5 DAYS only, our objective is to SELL OUR INVENTORY for the deepest discounts in our history. From JAN. 20 - JAN. 24, 2015, expect to SAVE THOUSANDS OFF and we’ll GIVE MAX VALUE FOR YOUR TRADE(6). How can we give these discounts? Hundreds of vehicles must be sold at this once in a lifetime event and we’re willing to SLASH PRICES, and OUT SELL THE COMPETITION in order to accomplish our goal. Don’t miss your chance to get a steal of a deal! Place your bid on a huge selection of select vehicles - at thousands below Market Value. Hurry!

PLACE YOUR OFFER ON HUNDREDS OF ‘11, ‘12, ‘13 & ‘14 VEHICLES ALL MAKES AND MODELS. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE.

NO REASONABLE OFFER REFUSED!$100

THESE OFFERS ARE GOOD FOR 5 DAYS ONLY.

For 5 DAYS only, Cariboo Ford will beat any competitors written price(5) or trade-in offer(5) or we will give you $100 dollars... Guaranteed.Don’t miss your chance to

beat the dealer and get your best deal.

MAPLE PARK MALL2222 Maple Drive • Quesnel, BC

OFFSITE AUTO ELIMINATION

2012 FORD FIESTA SESALE PRICE: $9,999; STK#9372

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2008 GMC ACADIA SLTSALE PRICE: $12,500; STK#14T123B

2008 FORD F-150 CREW CAB 4X4 XLTSALE PRICE: $14,000; STK#14T094A

SHOP INDOORS WHERE IT’S WARM AND THE PRICES ARE LOW

VEHICLES STARTING AT $7,900!(3)

TUESDAY JAN. 20TH

9am-5pm

WEDNESDAY JAN. 21ST

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THURSDAY JAN. 22ND

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FRIDAY JAN. 23RD

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SATURDAY JAN. 24TH

9am-5pmDAYSONLY!

5All images are for display purposes only. No two offers can be combined. One offer per customer only, limit two vehicles per household. At time of printing all vehicles were available. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Dealer retains all discounts, and incentives in order to achieve prices and payments shown in this flyer. All dealer discounts, incentives, prices and interest rates subject to change or end without notice as new programs are announced. Vehicle offers end on Saturday, January 24, 2015. Contest begins Monday, January 19, 2015 and ends Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 5pm. No invitation/Codekase/flyer and/or direct mail piece presented after this time will be valid. (1) On select models, on approved credit (OAC), interest may/will accrue during payment deferment, see dealer for full offer details. (2) VEHICLES MAY NOT BE EXACTLY AS ILLUSTRATED. All payments are plus tax and doc fee of $389, based on 84 months at 5% APR on approved credit. Stk#9372, cost of borrowing is $1,874.24, total obligation is $13,509.92. Stk#14T094A, cost of borrowing is $2,623.60, total obligation is $18,739.28. Stk#14T123B, cost of borrowing is $2,342.80, total obligation is $16,778.48. (3) Vehicles starting at $7,900 Ex: 2003 Ford F-150 (Stk#003008B) Sale Price $7,900, taxes and fees extra, 2003 models and older are not financeable. Only one available at this price. (4) All applications accepted from customers who are currently employed full-time with a minimum monthly income of $1,900. Vehicle payment total with current monthly payments must not exceed 50% of gross income. Must provide any documents requested by lender. Bankruptcies must be discharged. Additional down payment of up to 90% of retail value may be required. Must meet lender criteria. If customer is not approved, customer will receive up to $500. Gift card is redeemable for $500 in merchandise only and must be accepted as presented. Card has no cash value. Customs charges, taxes and fees may apply, while supplies last. Available on select units, see dealer for details. (5) We will beat any written and accepted PURCHASE offer signed from a franchise dealer. Quote must have a VIN and stock number and be compared to a same model equipped with same equipment and accessories, valid on in-stock vehicles only. Certain conditions may apply. Customer is responsible for all taxes, and all registration according to the rules of dealership and the Canada Revenue Service. OR We will beat any written and accepted TRADE offer signed from a franchise dealer. Quote must have a VIN. Vehicle value to be determined by dealer, minus reconditioning cost and/or excessive kilometers, certain conditions may apply. Any negative amount will be applied toward purchase of sale vehicle, on approved credit. Trade-in vehicle must be within Canadian Black Book guidelines. Current market conditions apply. If offer cannot be beaten, customer will receive up to $100. Gift card is redeemable for $100 in merchandise only and must be accepted as presented. Card has no cash value. Customs charges, taxes and fees may apply, while supplies last. Available on select units, see dealer for details. (6) Trade-in: Vehicle value to be determined by dealer. Minus reconditioning cost and/or excessive kilometers. Any negative amount will be applied toward purchase of sale vehicle, on approved credit. Trade-in vehicle must be within Canadian Black Book guidelines. Although every precaution is taken, errors in price and/or specifications may occur in print. We reserve the right to correct any such errors without prejudice or penalty to ourselves. We are not responsible for typographical errors, nor are we responsible for late receipt of mail. Contact dealerships knowledgeable and professional sales consultants for more information. Dealer #: 10723

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January 21, 2015

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6721 Cariboo Hwy 97 N. - Waterfront Resort!! McLeese Lake Resort is located on 4+ acres & 750’ of waterfront on beautiful McLeese Lake in the heart of the Cariboo. This Resort boasts 20 camping/RV sites, 1 unit motel, 4 cabins, 3 bdrm 1800 sq ft log home & several outbuildings. The setting is spectacular! The � shing is abundant and the location is convenient right off Hwy 97 between Williams Lake and Quesnel. This piece of waterfront property is just waiting for her owner. Call Amber or Lisa to view.MLS#4507217 #2542

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COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANIC Quesnel Wood Chip Haul

We are looking for licensed commercial transport mechanics to complement our team in Quesnel, BC.

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HIRING DRIVERSQuesnel Wood Chip Haul

Seeking quali ed drivers for immediate openings in Quesnel, BC for chip hauling,

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We are an equal opportunity Employer.

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EmploymentEmploymentAnnouncements

Cards of ThanksThank-you

Quesnel Veterinary Clinic for the outstanding service you

provide to your clients.

Information

Disability Benefi tsFree Seminar

Speakers: Dr. Alison Bested, on

ME/FM, CFS, other

Julie Fisher, Lawyer, Long-Term Disability

and CPP

Annamarie Kersop, Lawyer,

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Travel

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Employment

Business Opportunities

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Drivers/Courier/Trucking

CLASS 1 DRIVERS

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Req. for DH Manufacturing, Houston BC. BC & Alberta routes to be determined. EXPERIENCE IS A MUST.

Hour Pay Based On Exp. & Full Benefi ts After 3 Mos.

Apply with resume &abstract by emailing:

[email protected] or drop off in person at:

Dh Manufacturing 1250 Hols Road.

SUTCO IS seeking U.S. quali-fi ed Class 1 Drivers, steady year round dedicated runs and over the road work available. We offer group health benefi ts, pension, e logs, and auto de-posit pay. apply on line at sut-co.ca/fax resume and abstract to (250)-357-2009/call 1-888-357-2612 ext.230

Employment

Education/Trade Schools

APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Pen-ny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism Certifi cate Pro-gram at Langara College in Vancouver. Application dead-line April 30, 2015. Email ap-plications: [email protected] more information visit: www.bccommunitynews.com/ our-programs/scholarship

Help WantedClass1 Driver wanted for chip hauling in the central and northern cariboo area. Position is fulltime with benefi ts, day & night shifts available. Minimum 2 yrs driving experience.B-train experience an asset. Please apply to Sam or Kim with resume and drivers ab-stract to fax:(250)296-3324 or email:[email protected]

Experienced buncher & skid-der operator needed. Must have valid driver’s license. Fax resume to (250)747-3002

Restaurant ManagerFish & Chips Carlo’s Place

• Plan, organize, direct,con-trol, evaluate and book-keeping the operations of the restaurant.

• College certifi cate in res-taurant management and 3-5 years experience.

Wage: $18.50/hr FulltimePlease forward resume to:

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Trucking Company looking for student to work Saturdays washing logging trucks. Call (250)992-2388

Ulysses Restaurant has immediate openings for

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

Employment

Medical/DentalCDA required for orthodontic practice in Quesnel. Needed for approximately 3 days per month. Must be a team player that enjoys working with teens. Please contact Dr. Corbett for more information or to apply for the position. Call (250)991-9297 or Email: [email protected]

Career Opportunities

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Medical/DentalFull time CDA

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No weekends or evenings. Competitive wages.

[email protected] or drop off resume to

Dr. Ciriello at 440 Comer Street.

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Trades, Technical

ELECTRICIANHouston, BC

DH Manufacturing is looking for a F/T Electrician. Candi-date needs to be min. 3rd yr, reliable, team player, me-chanically inclined, able to work independently on pro-jects. Wage will be nego-tiable on experience.

Email to: [email protected]

MILLWRIGHTHouston, BC

DH Manufacturing is looking for a Millwright. Candidate must have min. 4yrs, exp., mechanically inclined, able to work independently on projects. Wage will be nego-tiable on experience. Full Benefi ts After 3 Mos.

Email to: [email protected] or drop off in person at:

Dh Manufacturing 1250 Hols Road.

Services

Education/TutoringPRIVATE PILOT Ground School At Quesnel Airport. February 20-22, March 6-8. $500 each. Books $150. Contact Amy Somers 250-944-0605 [email protected]

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.

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Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay

GRAINSCREENING

PELLETSDelivery available Houston to Williams Lake.

Call 250.567.8780

Merchandise for Sale

Misc. for SaleSTEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 or visit online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

STEEL BUILDINGS. “Really big sale!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or visit online: www.pioneersteel.ca

Merchandise for Sale

Misc. WantedPrivate Collector Looking toBuy Coin Collections, Silver,Antiques, Native Art, Estates +Chad: 778-281-0030 Local

Rentals

Commercial/Industrial

1200 sq. ft. of offi ce space available in newer building lo-cated on 2 Mile Flat. Call 250-991-0500 or 250-255-5990

Prime Retail Space(2000 sq ft) available. 300 block Reid St. 250-991-9297

Duplex / 4 PlexNorth Quesnel Tri-Plex, 1Bdrm, utilities incl’d, NS, Quiet pets OK249-5543

WestSide 3 bdrm in 4-plex. $700/mo + utilities Call (778)466-0998

Homes for Rent3Bdrm. House available March 1st, 2015, 2 Bay Gar-age, $1200/mo. + Utilities. For inquiries call (250)255-7356 or (250)255-7086

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

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QUESNEL BARRELRACING ASSOCIATION

Quesnel Barrel RacersAGM Meeting 6:30pm - January 29, 2015

River Rock Restaurant

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Lorne & Shelley Walker4406 Highway 97 N., Quesnel, B.C. V2J-6W8

Legal - Portion of the SE1/4 of DL4411, lying to the s. of plan A-1196 and the westerly portion of the S1/2 of DL 4372 lying to the s. of Railway Plan R365 all of Cariboo DistrictPurpose - Extensive AgricultureLocation - Barlow CreekFile - 5407772Comments will be received until 21 days after the last ad runs in the newspaper.Comments received after this date may not be considered.Additional information about the application and a MAP showing the location and extent of the application area can be obtained at the following website: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jspBe advised that any response to this ad may be provided to the public upon request.Be advised that any response to this notice will be part of the public record and is subject to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act

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Community CalendarSPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS

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.

MONDAYFAMILY LIT-

ERACY DAY Jan. 26, 3 – 5 p.m. West Park Mall. Books to give away, snacks to eat and activities to share. For informa-tion contact Rebecca, 778-414-9119.

WINTER OUTER-WEAR FOR KIDS AND ADULTS now being accepted at Super Suds Laundro-mat, 415 McLean St. Cleaned items will be available at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Quesnel, Mon-day – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. For information call 250-992-7257.

WEDNESDAYQUESNEL LIVE

ARTS PRESENTS HARPOONIST & THE AXE MUR-DERER Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m., Chuck Mobley Theatre. Tickets available at Save-On Foods, Green Tree Health, at the door or in advance by call-ing 250-747-2207. Cost is $25/show/each (adult) or $20/show/each (seniors and youth.)

THURSDAYQUESNEL FILM

CLUB PRESENTS PRIDE Feb. 5, 6:30 p.m. Carib Theatre. Tickets are $9 (reg. admission) and $7 (seniors.) For infor-mation call 250-747-7422 or 250-747-3979.

FRIDAYLADIES CURLING

CLUB WHEEL ‘N SPIEL Jan. 23 – 25. The public is wel-come to come and watch local curling action, a concession will be open. For information ‘like’ us on Facebook, call the Quesnel Curling rink or Ladies Curling Club office, 250-992-5813.

SATURDAYHALLIS LAKE

LOPPET 2015 Jan. 24, start time 9:30

a.m., online registra-tion only, www.cari-booski.ca, deadline for registration Jan. 22. For information call Vicki, 250-747-2663 or email [email protected].

ROBBIE BURNS NIGHT, sponsored by Quesnel Pipe and Drums, Jan. 24 at the Legion. Tickets are $25/person and avail-able by calling Lisa, 250-992-9769.

QUESNEL ART GALLERY PRES-ENTS THE OPEN-ING RECEPTION FOR THE FEBRU-ARY SHOW, Art from the Heart, an ‘open show’ featur-ing work in a variety of disciplines, Feb. 7, 1 – 3 p.m. The show will include an 8x8 Silent Auction. Show runs throughout Feb-ruary at 500 North Star Road - Quesnel & District Arts & Recreation Centre. For more informa-tion call 250-991-4014, or visit www.quesnelartgallery.com.

ONGOING EVENTSPEOPLE INTER-

ESTED IN FOSTER-ING IN QUESNEL contact Lisa Shearer, 250-992-2759, ext. 225 at Axis Family Resources.

QUESNEL TOAST-MASTERS Wednes-days, from 7 – 9 p.m. at CNC. Come and visit and learn about improving your com-munication skills in a warm and friendly environment. Are you new to Quesnel? It’s a great way to get connected. Contact Ruby at 250-747-1180 or [email protected]

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meets last Thursday of the month at noon at the Legion, 11:45 a.m. for a luncheon meeting. For infor-mation call Vi, 250-747-1130 or Cora,

250-992-9344.

PLANNING AN EVENT? NEED A LOCATION? St. John’s Hall newly renovated space. For information and reservations contact 250-992-6152.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK CLUB meets the third Thursday of the month at noon in the program room at the Quesnel Library to discuss books members have read. New members are welcome. Call 250-747-3547 for infor-mation.

SENIORS CURL-ING New members welcome, no experi-ence necessary. Regu-lar on-line or phone curling rink for more information.

DARTS Calling new dart players for 2014-15 season. Mixed dart league (two men, two wom-en.) No experience necessary. Play is every Tuesday night, 6:45 p.m. at the Elks Lodge. Call Steven, 250-992-5794 for information.

KEENAGERS FIT-NESS CLASS at the Legion, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. lead by fitness instructor Cindy Paul.

LETS KNIT, for those interested in getting together to knit and share skills. Open to beginners and experienced knitters, Wednesdays 1 – 3 p.m. at Seniors’ Centre boardroom. For information contact Marion DeWeese, 250-992-7655.

TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) Meets every Thurs-day evening, weight loss programs and contests. Make weight loss fun with a support group. For details call Janet 250-249-5585.

GRIEF SHARE weekly seminar and support group for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them, Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., beginning Oct. 2 at Northstar Church, Room 109, use lower parking lot entrance. For information call Carol, 250-992-5369 or Debbie, 250-747-1500.

QUESNEL HEAL-ING ROOMS every Monday 7 – 9 p.m., every Wednesday 12 – 2 p.m. (except holidays) at Bethel Church, 143 Coach Road, Are you sick? Do you know someone who is sick? Bring them to be prayed for. No ap-pointment necessary.

CELEBRATE RE-COVERY a program for hurts, habits and hang ups. Located in the basement of Remax Building, Every Friday, 12 – 2 p.m. Contact 250-991-9697.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY YARN CLUB meets the second and fourth Thursday afternoons, 1 – 3 p.m. in library activity room. New members welcome. For information call Amanda, 250-747-2558 or Martha, 250-747-1606.

CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH ALZHEIMER’S OR DEMENTIA? The Alzheimer’s Soci-ety of B.C. hosts a dementia caregivers group meeting every third Tuesday of the month at the G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital upper board room from 1 – 3 p.m. For more info call Leanne at 1-866-564-7533 or Pete at 250-991-0058.

SCRABBLE at the Quesnel Seniors Centre, Thursdays 1 p.m., for information contact Jean 250-992-5051.

PEER DEVELOP-MENT QUESNEL offers free peer-facilitated program-ming for adults with a mental illness and/or addiction. Groups currently run every Monday from 10am to 12pm in the large group room of the Westside Mental Health & Addic-tions Centre (395 Elliot St.). For more information please call (250) 985-5832 or email us at [email protected].

BILLY BARKER DAYS SOCIETY meets the third Thursday of every month, room N212, CNC Quesnel cam-pus at 5:30 p.m.

SENIORS CENTRE PANCAKE BREAK-FAST, first and third Sunday each month, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

GOLDEN CEN-TRE ACTIVITIES Monday, crib, pool; Tuesday, floor bowl-ing, floor curling, pool; Wednesday, closed; Thursday, crib and whist, pool; Friday, whist, pool. Lunch available, $5, 11:30 – 12:30, Mon-day, Tuesday, Thurs-day, Friday; regular monthly meeting third Tuesday of the month, 1 p.m.; potluck lunch, third Friday of the month, 11:15 – 12:30 p.m. For information call 250-991-0090.

SCANDANAVIAN CARDS first and third Wednesday of the month at Seniors Centre, 7 p.m. Meet-ing second Wednes-day of the month at Seniors Centre.

BAKER CREEK ENHANCEMENT SOCIETY (BCES) works to promote public awareness, stewardship, and res-toration of the local environment. Please join us on the third Monday of every month at noon in the

Nature Education and Resource Centre located in West Fra-ser Timber Park.

CALM YOUR LIFE MEDITATION AT HIGH GROUND HEALING, 256 Reid St. every Thursday by donation.

BELL RINGING beginners welcome, Monday’s 10 a.m., Quesnel Seniors’ Centre. For informa-tion phone 250-992-6957.

CARIBOO MIN-ING ASSOCIATION meets the second Sunday of the month at 1 p.m. at the Se-niors’ Centre.

LEGION FLEA MARKET, Wednes-day – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Dona-tions greatly appreci-ated. Help the Legion help the veterans. Donations can be dropped off at the Legion or call Ken, 250-747-4951.

RESEARCHING YOUR FAMILY HIS-TORY? NEED HELP WITH A BRICK WALL? Quesnel Genealogy Society meetings are the sec-ond Tuesday of the month, September to June at 1490 Beryl Street, 7 p.m. For information contact 250-992-7211.

FRIENDS OF BARKERVILLE regular meetings, first Wednesday of each month, 5:30 p.m. For information call 250-992-2008.

VOICES FOR NORTH CARIBOO SENIORS every third Thursday at Legion Hall, 2 p.m.

AUXILIARY TO G.R. BAKER HOS-PITAL LOOKING FOR NEW MEM-BERS, especially for the Gift shop (minimum four hours), TV’s (1.5 hrs) and cart (one hour). Meetings are first Tuesday of the

month, 7:30 p.m. in hospital lower board-room. Orientation provided, police re-cord check required. Pick up application at Hospital Gift Shop or contact Florence White, 250-992-5635 or Barb Glover 250-992-5298.

SENIORS ADVO-CACY SERVICE hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Call 250-992-9330 and leave a message, someone will get back to you shortly. SAS is located in Century 21 office in the back. Sandwich board on sidewalk means a consultant is in to serve you.

QUESNEL ELKS HALL available for rentals call Ralph Scott, 250-747-8566.

SEASONS HOUSE provides support and advocacy for individuals in need of short term emergency shelter. To access services come to 146 Carson Ave., Quesnel or contact us, 250-991-0222.

COUNCIL OF SENIOR CITIZENS ORGANIZATION (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improv-ing the quality of life for all seniors. Seniors organizations wishing to affiliate or individuals wishing to become members contact Ernie Bayer, 604-576-9734, fax: 604-576-9733 or e-mail [email protected].


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