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In an unprecedented move, the City of Prince George will be tak-ing a long look at its reserve funds in an effort to discover if there is money that can be transferred into road rehabilitation projects this year.

At the same time, a list of criti-cal areas that need attended to will be put together, above and beyond projects already sched-uled for the season.

Though council agreed the move was more of a band-aid than a long-term solution, espe-cially considering the money will have to be made up somehow, both public and personal con-cerns about the state of the city’s roads prompted the recommen-dation.

The proposal came about during a lengthy discussion at Monday’s council meeting while councillors talked about a series of recommendations brought for-ward as a notice of motion by Coun. Brian Skakun.

“People are not happy about the roads,” he said. “You can’t blame them. Some roads are in horrendous shape. I know we

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Keith Ward, a Lakeland Mills employee for 35 years, talks about how it felt for people to be back at work in the planer mill a bit more than a month following the fire and explosion that claimed two lives.

Planer reopens, but nothing feels normalA bit more than a month fol-

lowing the fire and explosion at Lakeland Mills, the planer mill has been temporarily reopened, at least long enough to process the on-site product.

Twenty-two employees, cho-sen by seniority, will return to work for about six weeks.

“All went well,” Keith Ward with Lakeland said of the first shift, “though we had a little hiccup.”

The hiccup involved a power

phase, something he described as a minor thing.

He said the mood of the work-ers returning to work was gen-erally enthusiastic. But though spirits were high overall, he men-tioned some people had already moved on to other employment while others were still likely too afraid, still uncertain of the cause of the tragedy, to work at the mill again.

Ward, who has worked for Lakeland, for 35 years, said the crew at the mill is like family. He, and many others, knew the two workers who died in the fire.

“All you can do is go on and remember. It’s like a family group here,” he said.

Getting back to normal, he said, might take some time.

“Normal? That could take time to happen, if ever. You just have to hold your chin up, carry on and keep slugging away.”

One of the things the company is promoting even more heavily than before the explosion and fire is safety. Ward said though safety has always been a focus at Lakeland, now it is even more of a target. He added some of the things being done now that

weren’t before include ensuring every corner in the mill is clean.

“We are more adamant in the clean-up,” he said, adding they are doing corners and dust col-lection so the mill is pristine.

At this point in time, the future of the mill remains uncertain.

“Obviously this is a bitter sweet day,” said Greg Stewart, president of Sinclar Group Forest Products, of which Lakeland is a division.

He added their thoughts were on those who were in the mill during the explosion, the two workers who were killed and

those who were injured.“But the sweet part is getting

back to what we do best. Produc-ing lumber,” he said.

Stewart added there are no details yet for when WorkSafeBC will release the site.

“As we have said before, the conditions are good to support a positive decision about whether we will be able to rebuild the sawmill,” said Stewart. “We con-tinue to believe we have the best group of employees in the indus-try and the business conditions to make us optimistic about the future.”

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A man believed to be responsible for about two dozen break-ins at apartment building laundry facilities was arrested May 24.

Earlier that day, RCMP

asked for public assistance in locating Troy Michael Wile, who they felt was a suspect in the break-ins. He was arrested in a an apartment building on Glen Shee Road, and made

his first court appearance on May 25. He is scheduled to be back in court today, May 30.

The break-ins had occurred at apartment complexes around the city. In some

cases, a door at the building was also broken into.

In many of the cases, no money was obtained after breaking into the coin-oper-ated laundry machines.

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Our editorial “Right tune, wrong venue,” Free Press May 25 requires correcting.

Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson did attend the B.C. Mayors’ Caucua in Penticton last week.

We regret any misunderstanding our error may have caused.

For the record

About the only thing sillier than British Columbia not linking up its new Family Day holiday with the rest of the country, is the fact the B.C. Conservatives are complaining that it won’t create a single job.

After getting as much publicity as possible over a popu-list move that is, well, welcomed, Premier Christy Clark has announced that our new Family Day holiday will be on the sec-ond Monday in February. This puts us out of step with Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and Prince Edward Island, all of which have a holiday on the third Monday in February.

The rationale for the second Monday, apparently, is that those dastardly Albertans will be flocking to B.C. on their holiday in February and clogging up the ski hills and other tourist destina-tions. So, if B.C. has its February holiday on the same day, Brit-ish Columbians may be squeezed out of their own resorts. We, apparently, won’t be flocking to Alberta to take in some of their tourist traps or, more likely, PST-free shopping and gas prices that we haven’t seen since the 1980s.

It simply makes good sense to have holidays fall on the same days across provinces. We’re a little far removed from the 49th parallel, but it provides a classic example. Last weekend it was Memorial Day in the U.S., the weekend before it was Victoria Day (or the May long weekend for some) in Canada. If you’re planning on being a tourist in the U.S. and taking in some of the Memorial Day festivities, you have to cut your weekend short because Monday is working day for you.

You don’t really get to enjoy the entire weekend because you have to come home early.

The same will now apply to the February holidays in this country. For example, if ski communities, in either province, want to put on a festival or such on their respective February long weekend, it’s unlikely to attract tourists from the other province because they have to work Monday.

We should point out, however, that Victoria received about 30,000 submissions from British Columbians as to which Mon-day the holiday should be on so, perhaps, the majority of British Columbians want it on the second Monday.

Regardless, it makes more sense to have it on the same day as other provinces.

And now to the B.C. Conservatives. Their lone MLA, John van Dongen, complained that the Family Day holiday places a burden on B.C. businesses and that it “doesn’t create a single job.”

Here’s a news flash: Not everything government does has to be about creating jobs (although listening to government one wouldn’t think so). Sometimes governments do something that is simply for the betterment of the province. Strange, but true.

British Columbians have clamoured for a holiday in February for a long time. We didn’t pick the best day, but come next Feb-ruary 11, you won’t hear complaints from us.

Time fora holiday

Prince George city council has moved, albeit gla-cially, towards instituting a gas tax to help rehabili-tate the city’s roads.

It received a rather lively discussion at council on Monday as Coun. Brian Skakun floated the idea out to the rest of council. Actually, most of Skakun’s suggestions got some traction with council including, most importantly, finding another $1 million within the existing bud-get to pump into the roads.

That’s a good step. It’s always about priorities and with the current road rehabilitation budget less than three per cent of the overall budget, re-priori-tizing has to occur.

As for implementing a gas tax … not really an action that an “open for business” council wants to institute.

Skakun suggested that such a tax could even result in the elimination of the portion of property tax that currently goes towards road rehabilitation. Coun. Cameron Stolz figured to do that, the gas tax would likely have to be six cents per litre … and that would certainly chase business out of town.

While a gas tax might not be the best way to go, give Skakun credit for trying to come up with solu-tions to a very challenging problem. Currently the road rehabilitation budget is about $3.5 million. Staff has told council that it should be $7 million just to keep up with the aging infrastructure, $10 million will get us ahead of the game.

A few years ago Mayor Colin Kinsley came up

with a one-time tax hike to pay for roadwork … and was hammered for it.

Something has to be done to improve the roads.

Going after the province and the feds for a bigger slice of the gas tax they collect is a good plan. However, looking inward is also the first step.

As witnessed by the quick and vituper-ative reaction to the B.C. Mayors’ Caucus intonation that Ottawa and Victoria should help municipalities out more, simply screaming for more isn’t going to be appreciatively met.

I did see a funny posting on Facebook the other day about the pothole patching. Some driver pointed out that they had saw a pothole circled in yellow and then one circled with orange paint and was wondering if they saw one circled with green paint whether they would win a prize.

I’m not sure of there’s some method to the colours or not, but they usually mean they’re going to get fixed. And that’s a good thing.

In addition, I understand that not every hole can be patched, but what gets me is when there is a sea of holes and only a few are selected for grandeur. Wouldn’t it make more sense to just patch an entire section? I know that would cost more and thus other areas would suffer, but it just seems odd.

And, just a last word on the proposed gas tax.The scooter driver in me says: “Whatever.”The pickup truck driver in me says: “Are you out

of your mind?”

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Coffee with a reporterStories come to reporters in a variety of ways. News

releases, press conferences and phone calls are some. Sometimes you might think whatever story you have in mind isn’t worth a phone call or visit to the news-paper’s office, but is it worth a cup of coffee?

Reporter DeLynda Pilon would like the chance to hear what you have to say so every Friday at 11 a.m. she will be having a coffee break at Zoe’s Java House at 1251 Fourth Ave., and is hoping you will drop by to chat. Or just stop in and introduce yourself.

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With the weather warming up nicely over the weekend, it was time to do some ambling.

Well, the weather and the fact that I have trouble concentrating on topics for very long.

• In a 10-minute drive on Saturday, I saw three driv-ers make the same mistake when coming out of a side street or parking lot.

In each case, they were looking to turn left, which meant they were crossing at least one lane of traffic. All three

drivers pulled up to the exit, stopped . . . and looked right.

Then they started to move forward, then they looked left, then they saw a vehicle

a lot closer to them than anything coming from the right, then they stepped on the brakes in a hurry.

It’s a simple rule: Always look to the direction the closest traffic is first. If you’re doing a left-hand turn, look left, then right.• I hope that by the time the 2015

Canada Winter Games get here the city will have done some work on what you

could call its namesake street.The intersection of 15th Avenue and

Foothills is still more pothole than pave-ment (although some of the manhole cov-ers now have an outline painted around them so they’re a bit easier to see), and on the weekend, it seemed the lights at 15th and Ospika spent more time blinking red in all four directions than they did turning the colours they’re supposed to.

Given there are 13 lanes of traffic at that intersection, it’s probably not the best place for a four-way stop.

• I was happy to find out Sunday eve-

ning that it wasn’t just me. I had watched some of the Memorial Cup games from Sherbrooke, Que. and had thought the play looked slow.

I put it down to comparing it to some of the hockey we had seen in the Stan-ley Cup, but Sunday night, some friends agreed it had been really slow.

I know there was a lot of heat in the Sherbrooke area last week, and I’m won-dering if that and the end of a long season had combined to slow down the players a bit, either from exhaustion or from minor problems with the ice.

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Cowboy logic beats mouse in the houseThat chubby little mouse

who used to visit us every night around 10:30 p.m. will scuttle no more across the living room floor.

A friend of ours, Jack, put an end, once and for all, to its she-nanigans.

Let me fill you in a bit on Jack.

Never debate him. You will always lose. Ya, he’s smart, but that isn’t the reason you will lose. He is armed with the best interrogation and informa-tion source in the world. It’s called cowboy logic, and there’s just no way to talk your way around it. You can know you’re right, have about a thou-sand pounds of evidence to prove you’re right, call up 10 witnesses to defend your position and some-how, someway you lose the danged argument any-way. Then you sit there with your chin dragging while he says, “You fol-lowing me now?”

When it comes to fash-ion, Jack is most comfort-able in cowboy boots, but some days he will dress up in sandals, pairing them with his woolies. Tres chic. His standard

head wear is a black cowboy hat with silver buckles. By the way, he isn’t one of those you-

know-what on the inside of the boots cow-boy. He’s the real deal. He’s ridden bulls, worked on a

ranch and loves to hunt. Maybe the most impor-

tant thing to remember about Jack is you should never dare him or chal-lenge him, cause he’ll see your dare and raise you a box of Milwakee (prefera-bly the one with the slinky little brunette on the can) and a shot of Sambuca.

That’s kind of what set off this adventure. Some-how Jack took the pres-ence of that chunky little mouse as a challenge, and not one to be taken lightly.

The first time Jack set his sights on taking out our chubby little mouse, he showed up at the trailer about 10 p.m. and set him-self right in front of the microwave stand armed with a knife (uh, ya, I said a knife) and a keen-eyed glare.

About two minutes later he growled out, “Where’s that mouse?”

Did I mention he lacks considerably in the

patience department? Anyway, the longer he waited, the more growly he got. He even crumbled a bit of bread in front of the stand in an effort to draw the little critter out. Unfortunately the four dogs in the house – none of them much bigger than one of Jack’s cowboy boots – thought he was treating them to an eve-ning snack which created more ruckus and incited a lengthy tirade of cuss-ing from one disgruntled cowboy. About the same time the mouse scuttled sidewise out from under the stand and disappeared down the hall with Jack in hot pursuit.

“Mouse wins,” I said as he stomped back.

Then I got the keen-eyed glare.

A few nights later we were having a coffee and chat while the rest of the house slept when Jack heard a scuffle under the fridge. He went rigid. His face stiffened. That Clint Eastwood glare returned to his eyes.

I knew right then it was him or the mouse that night. Only one would survive.

He ordered me to get a flashlight while he com-menced jiggling the fridge

to and fro. I did, just as the mouse scuttled out then fled back under again. Lickety-split Jack jumped up and grabbed a metal spatula from the set my best pal – and mouse-phobic – Darby hangs on her wall. Then he hunched down again, commanded me to hold that light steady and began shak-ing the fridge around. The mouse made one last scuttle and – swat, swat, swat – was off to mousy heaven.

Then Jack took a look at the spatula and told me we could never tell Darby he’d used it to kill a mouse. We both knew this was a very important secret to keep, because if she ever found out she would chuck that tool in the trash likely while holding it at arm’s length with a paper towel. Then she’d probably disinfect the trailer.

I made a solemn vow to keep that cowboy’s secret as he sterilized the spatula and put it, once again, in its proper place.

“Now who wins?” he asked me with that cowboy cocky grin. And he kept asking until I begrudgingly answered him.

“Jack wins,” I sighed.

He crowed like Peter Pan and tossed up his hand for a high five.

A few days later he confessed to Darby he killed the mouse with the spatula and left me, who’d been solid with that little bit of information, hang-ing.

“Well, I can’t lie,” he said. “It was bugging me.”

Darby is taking it all pretty well, by the way.

Except every time we go somewhere she parks me in mud puddles and thanks me for always hav-ing her back.

And Jack? Well, there’s no challenge too big or too small for a cowboy, I guess. And one of these days I mean to kick his butt in a debate.

Well, as soon as I can figure out a way to cir-cumvent cowboy logic.

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fixing 600 potholes a day, but that’s not enough.”

The first recommendation, that a list of city real estate holdings be prepared and evaluated with a mind to sell some properties to off-set road repair costs, will be left with the core review considering it’s a piece of the work they are taking on. Likewise the third recommendation, deal-ing with funds from the Terasen gas lease, was dropped from the list.

The second recommendation, request-ing the city lobby the province to allow the city a portion of the provincial fuel tax for local road rehabilitation projects, will be sent to the government resolutions committee.

“I support this,” Coun. Dave Wilbur said. “We create wealth, then get a portion back. All we want is our fair share.”

Recommendation four suggested the city contact the province and find out the process for municipalities to collect a local gas tax.

Skakun explained he envisioned it as a dedicated fund, a user-pay tax that would shift the tax burden and include funds from regional district residents who drive the roads every day but who don’t pay to

rehabilitate them.Wilbur said he felt there was no way

a gas tax would completely shift the tax levy off property owners, especially con-sidering the current deficit, and to prom-ise it would was irresponsible.

“I am shocked and annoyed,” Wilbur said. “A promise to replace a levy is irre-sponsible. Where is the realism in that?”

Coun. Cameron Stolz pointed out that the recommendation assumes there are no gas stations outside city limits available for customers that would not be charging a gas tax.

However, the point became moot when city manager Derek Bates pointed out in order to make recommendation four a reality, a provincial act would need to be changed. This, he explained, meant there needed to be political will to change the legislation.

Mayor Shari Green agreed to contact the province with an inquiry into the matter.

Number five suggested a public poll be conducted in order to gauge whether or not people wanted a gas tax. Stolz said the idea was premature since council had no idea whether or not it could move forward with the plan even if people wanted it.

“It’s irresponsible. We don’t have the authority to implement this yet.”

He added city staff have a heavy work-load, particularly now with the core review in process.

Recommendation six dealt with a cost analysis of extended warranties on major asphalt contracts. During the next coun-cil meeting, there will be a presentation about the city road rehabilitation program for council and the public’s benefit, and the information will be included then.

Number seven suggests the city cre-ate a two- to five-year financial plan for meeting the estimated shortfall on road rehabilitation.

“Finance and Audit has a work plan discussing the linear infrastructure defi-cit,” Stolz said.

He added the total deficit, when you consider all the underground infrastruc-ture which is also crumbling, is much greater than $3.5 million, sitting around $12.3 million. The best hope of finding a long-term solution rests, he said, with the core review.

“Essentially this work is underway,” Green said.

“There are a couple of lists I want the city off of,” Coun. Lyn Hall said.

The first was the McLeans list, making Prince George notorious for its per capita murder rate in years past. The second, he said, was the BCAA list regarding poor

roads.“We have huge issues with roads. It’s

literally taken over anything we’ve done in the past. That’s why I’m hoping tonight administration finds funds to draw from now.”

A motion to refer the issue to senior staff to see if they could identify funds that could be moved to road rehabilitation this year passed.

“One bit at a time has not worked for us,” Wilbur cautioned. “The sky is not falling only on the City of Prince George. The crisis is across the country. The infra-structure deficit is much the consequence of downloading. Local governments can’t climb out of the hole,” he said, pointing out municipalities now get just a few per-centage of each tax dollar. “Where do we go? Approaching the provincial and fed-eral government to give us a better share has fallen on deaf ears. The chorus needs to be louder, and maybe they will listen.”

The problem is becoming such that it is an issue of public safety, he added.

“It is impossible to solve this without our partners, but we shoulder what we can and carry on.”

The hope, he said, lies in the core review. Even then there won’t be an extra $12 mil-lion plus to spend on repairing and main-taining crumbling local infrastructure.

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Recommendations sent to committees for study

ICBC looking for ideas on making rates fairerICBC opened the doors

for the public to have their say to make basic insur-ance fairer.

“Over time customers have told us that the way we rate basic insurance in the province would be fair if lower-risk drivers paid less and higher-risk drivers paid more for their insurance, and we agreed with that,” said Kellee Irwin, ICBC vice president for personal insurance.

ICBC is hosting an open house in Fort St. John tonight, May 30.

Their goal was to iden-tify how to be more accu-rate and fair when it comes to charging premiums for drivers.

“At the face of the guide we do show three custom-ers along the spectrum of risk: ‘Joe low-risk’, ‘Pam middle-risk’ and ‘Jerry high-risk’,” said Irwin. ”So based on the differ-ent options that we have around crashes and years of experience, we’re able to show what the magni-tude of change would be for these three examples of customers.”

She added that depend-ing on where a driver sits on the spectrum of risk, there would be different impacts for different cus-

tomers.“We want to hear cus-

tomer feedback on what they think is most fair.”

Based on their findings, ‘Joe low-risk’ could see premium savings on their insurance up to $150 and ‘Jerry high-risk’ could see a $300-jump in his insurance bill, according to Irwin.

“Under our current vehi-cle-based system, ‘Jerry high-risk’ could be paying approximately $900,” she added. “Depending on our feedback that we get from customers, high risk [driv-ers] who’s had multiple crashes could see premi-ums in the $1,200 range.”

She said these poten-tial changes are why it’s important for the public to be a part of the conversa-tion.

However, Prince George lawyer Glen Nichols isn’t convinced that ICBC’s public open houses will accomplish anything sub-stantial.

“I’m very cynical when I say this. They are put-ting on a show on enlist-ing public input and then they’ll do whatever they want anyhow and say they consulted the public.”

Nichols has battled ICBC for a number of years on their premium rate struc-ture, however not from a lawyer’s point of view.

“I’m going to come at

this from an entirely dif-ferent standpoint, not a lawyer stand point,” said Nichols. “I’m coming from a driving enthusiast [standpoint].”

Nichols has lobbied against the B.C. insurance monopoly on several occa-sions for different reasons.

He pursued ICBC when he realized that drivers with Electronic Stability Control in their vehicles were paying the same rate as drivers without. While ICBC didn’t lower rates for ESC-equipped cars, as all ICBC rate changes have to be made through BC Utilities Commission, the British Columbia Automo-bile Association granted a five per cent discount.

In addition his view on their insurance structure is rather sour.

“You’ll notice they’re heavily weighted to the vehicle rather than the driver,” said Nichols. “And I’ve been lobbying to ICBC for years to move away from that.

“Dangerous driving is about the driving, not the vehicle. For vehicles involved in accidents, they end up punishing the vehi-cle and owner rather than punishing the driver.”

However, according to Irwin, it looks like Nichols’ lobbying may very well see some answers.

“One of the areas that ICBC is looking at address-ing is the vehicle-driver based rate system,” said Irwin.

“Our current system is a much more vehicle-based system.

“Where crashes follow the vehicle has served us well in the past … over time we are not able to identify higher- and lower-risk drivers as accurately as we’d like to, as we go for-ward. As part of this shift we wanted to move to a more driver-based system, so, developing a driving record,” said Irwin.

Another change ICBC is hoping to discuss with the public is replacing the claims rate of scale. How-ever, the key aspect of hav-ing an entry point for new drivers will remain.

“We will continue to give them [new drivers] benefit of the doubt, so that they come in at approximately the same amount they are paying today, and let them develop their own driving record based on their crash history.”

She added that a lot of the outcomes would depend on the feedback they receive.

ICBC touched down in 12 regional areas across B.C. It started on May 22 in Vancouver and finishes on June 19 in Cranbrook.

An open house was held in Prince George on Tuesday.

Yet, Nichols still believes that if ICBC wanted to see change, relying on the public wouldn’t be neces-sary.

“If they were really interested in making the motoring public safer they

would have some affected safety programs and incen-tives that work,” he said. “… they wouldn’t have to ask the people about that. Asking people is fine in principle … but the science is out there [it’s] available to determine what works and what doesn’t.”

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In Provincial Court in Prince George on March 28:

Chenai O. Testawich was found guilty of assault and placed on probation for one year.

Chabasco B. Jumbo was found guilty of two counts of posses-sion of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, received a conditional sentence of two years less a day, assessed a victim surcharge of $100 and received a lifetime pro-hibition on the posses-sion of firearms. Jumbo was also found guilty of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking, sen-tenced to one day in jail and assessed a vic-tim surcharge of $50.

Boyd W. Lackey was found guilty of assault, sentenced to one day in jail, placed on pro-bation for 12 months, assessed a victim sur-charge of $50 and pro-hibited from possess-ing firearms for five years.

Wayne M. Prince was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and sentenced to one day in jail.


George J. McBeth was found guilty of possession of a con-trolled substance, fined

$3,000 and assessed a victim surcharge of $450.

Thomas J.O. Price was found guilty of taking a motor vehicle without consent, dan-gerous operation of

a motor v e h i c l e and care-less use of a fire-arm, sen-tenced to

four months in jail and time served of 15 days, placed on probation for 18 months and pro-hibited from possess-ing firearms for three years.


Keith R. Clements was found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order, sen-tenced to one day in jail, placed on proba-tion for 12 months and assessed a victim sur-charge of $50.

In Provincial Court In Prince George on April 2:

Marcel J. Abou was found guilty of assault with a weapon, sen-

tenced to five months in jail, placed on pro-bation for three years and prohibited from possessing firearms for 10 years. Abou was also found guilty of three counts of break and enter, sentenced to five months in jail and placed on proba-tion for three years. Abou was also found guilty of three counts of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking or recog-nizance, sentenced to one month in jail and placed on probation for three years. Abou was also found guilty of failing to comply with a probation order and a fourth count of failing to comply with a condition of an undertaking or recog-nizance, sentenced to 30 days in jail and placed on probation for three years.

Darrell F. Grace was found guilty of two counts of failing to comply with a proba-tion order and fined $960.

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This year the sale will show-case new and used vehicles from eight dealers, ensuring shoppers have a wide vari-ety of choice and options. The sale runs from June 1 to 9 at the Prince George Exhibition Grounds.

“Gas prices are set to rise for the year, making fuel effi-ciency all the more important,” said Fred Nelson, president of the Auto Dealers Association. “The Mega Sale gathers 20 dif-ferent manufacturers all in one place, providing an extensive selection not found anywhere else. It also brings people from our entire region, which ben-efits local businesses.”

The Mega Sale also provides the perfect opportunity for the auto enthusiast to view new and breakthrough technology. If you’re in the market for a new or used vehicle, visit the Mega Sale for the widest selection possible from com-pact car and sedan to an SUV,

van or truck; test drive them all and make your best choice. Appraisals, financing, insur-ance and licensing will all be available on-site.

Strike a deal on the hot-test cars and trucks available – dealers will be offering highly attractive incentives, includ-

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The Prince George Auto-mobile Dealers Association is sponsoring the event, which is celebrating its 11th anniversary. Dealers participating in the

event include: Honda North, Northern Toyota, Northland Chrysler Jeep Dodge, North-land Hyundai, Northland Nis-san, Prince George Motors, Wood Wheaton Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC, and this year’s new addition –Gustafson’s Kia North.

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ARCA WestThe 2012 ARCA West

OK Tire Sportsman Series stopped in Williams Lake on Saturday evening, and the Heartland Toyota 100-lap main event produced a Prince George winner.

Logan Jewel won the race, and will ride the momentum home, with Prince George playing host to the next ARCA West race.

With two of six race dates this season under its belt, the series shifts to Prince George for its event on June 16, which includes a special celebration for the 60th anniversity of PGARA. The series began on May 12 in Vernon.

NCAA DeAlThe Prince George

Spruce Kings announced last week that 1991-born defenceman Ben Matthews has committed to play NCAA Division 1 hockey at the University of Alaska Anchorage starting in the 2012-13 campaign.

In suiting up for the UAA Seawolves, Matthews will play close to home as he’s a product of Chugiak, just outside of Anchorage.

Matthews played all 60 regular-season games for the Spruce Kings in the 2011-12 campaign, recording six goals, 17 assists and 84 penalty minutes. He joined the team in an offseason trade.

FiguRe skAtiNgJustin Hampole of the

Spruce City Skating Club put forth a gold medal-winning performance at the Super Series Victoria Day competition, held May 18 to 20 in Surrey.

Hampole skated a clean solo in recording a personal best score of 32.59.

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A motocross performer gets some hangtime on Sunday at CN Centre. Motocross stunts took place during the Monster Spectacular, which featured monster trucks and freestyle motocross during separate events on Saturday and Sunday.

Monster trucks California Kid and Bounty Hunter put on a show at CN Centre on Sunday afternoon dur-ing Monster Spectacular. The event included motocross stunts. Alistair McINNIS/Free Press

The Prince George Pisces made a splash in their first competition of the summer swimming season.

The club hosted a regional meet on the weekend, and finished the event with the most points as a team. Visiting clubs included Quesnel, Mackenzie, Fort St. John and Dawson Creek.

In total, 122 swimmers com-peted in the event, held Saturday and Sunday at the Aquatic Cen-tre.

“It actually was really good,” Pisces head coach Kyle Krone-busch said. “We won the meet, which is good, and literally almost every single swimmer got best times in both the heats and finals.”

The registration total for the meet included about 50 from the host club. The Pisces have about 60 members this season, so the majority competed on the week-end.

Although Kronebusch has been guiding Pisces swimmers for the past four or five years, this is his first season as head coach of the association. Kronebusch, an 18-year-old who graduated from PGSS in 2011, assisted previous head coaches Dave Barrett and Spencer Williams before taking the leading role.

Kronebusch competes occasion-ally, but, as a lifeguard at the pool, spends more time watching other swimmers.

Pisces who finished top three in their respective divisions were: First place - Ian Williams (Division 7), Jessica Ballantyne (Division 7), Brendan Bellavance (Division 6), Ariel Gilbert (Divi-sion 5), Matthew Shand (Division 2) and Ben Shand (Divi-sion 2); Second place - Emily Yao (Division 8), Susie MacRae (Division 6), Fraser

MacRae (Division 5), Libby Bell (Division 4), Jonah Gilbert (Divi-sion 4) and Eva Gobbi (Division 1); Third place - Beth Martin (Divi-sion 6), Michael Jurjevich (Divi-sion 5), Tracey Vincent (Division 5), Samuel Cook (Division 3) and Kyra Arrowsmith (Division 2).

Although the weekend marked their first meet of 2012, the Pisces have been training since April 30. During an interview at a prac-tice on Monday evening, Krone-busch noted that their focus has changed.

“Before, I was just fixing their techniques, their bad habits that they got over the winter. Some of these kids I haven’t coached before, so I was fixing their technique,” he said. “Now we’re working on more endurance and sprinting

and longer things, so they can do it. Tonight is the hardest practice so far.

“A lot of them are going for club records and (pro-vincial qualifying times). That’s the big thing this year for a lot of them.”

The Pisces are mem-bers of the B.C. Sum-mer Swimming Asso-ciation. Top swimmers from clubs throughout the province will com-pete in the BCSSA pro-vincial championships, scheduled for Aug. 17 to 19 in Nanaimo. The Pisces will try and qual-ify through the Cariboo

regional meet Aug. 4 and 5 in Quesnel.

Other meets on the Pisces’ 2012 calendar are scheduled for: Quesnel - June 9 and 10; Dawson Creek - June 23 and 24; Mackenzie - July 7 and 8; and Fort St. John - July 21 and 22.

For more information on the Pisces, visit the club’s website at pgpisces.org.

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The BX Pub Bandits have taken over first place in the Prince George Senior Lacrosse Association.

But the College Heights Pub Assault can keep pace with a win this evening. The Assault clash with the Twisted Cork/Regional Security Sty-lers at 8 p.m. at the Coliseum.

On Monday night at the Coliseum, the Bandits hammered the visiting Quesnel Crossfire 21-5. The vic-tory improved their regular-season record to 8-1.

The Assault carry a 7-1 mark into tonight’s game, while the Sty-lers are in third place at 5-4. The Shooters Pub Devils are 2-5 while the Mackenzie LumberJax sport a 2-6 record.

An expansion team, Quesnel is still seek-ing its first PGSLA vic-tory. Monday’s defeat dropped the Crossfire to 0-7 on the campaign.

The squad hosts the Devils on Thursday evening in Quesnel.

Cole Paciejewski of the Bandits led all scorers on Monday

with a 13-point game, recording three goals and 10 assists. Team-mate Damon Calfa also topped double figures in scoring, with

eight goals and three helpers for 11 points. Other members of the Bandits with multiple-point games included: Drew Doig - four goals and two assists; Ryan Waddington - one goal and four assists; Tyler Halliday - two goals and three assists; and Ryan Bellamy - two goals and two assists. Todd Hansen and Caralynn Nault also scored.

Kevin Toews led Quesnel against the Bandits with four goals. James Reid (one goal and two assists), Pat Gibbs (two assists) and Alek Gibbs (two assists) also recorded points for the Cross-fire.

Jamie Thorne recorded the victory in goal for the Bandits, while Bob Mills took the loss at the other end.

With each team playing 15 games, the league is already past its halfway point of the 2012 regular season. The top four teams advance to the playoff round, which begins with two best-of-five semifinals.

The Coliseum is home to more PGSLA action this weekend, with a doubleheader on Saturday. The Sty-lers and Devils play at 6 p.m., followed by a contest between the Assault and Quesnel at 8 p.m.

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And then there were two.The New Jersey Devils and

Los Angeles Kings will battle for the National Hockey League’s biggest prize. The best-of-seven Stanley Cup championship series gets underway tonight in Newark, N.J.

Before breaking into our Free Press predictions, here are a few notes:

Different paths – OK, I’m stating the obvious here. They play in different confer-ences, so of course they took much different routes to get here. The Devils were certainly tested more. They’ve competed in 18 playoff games, four more than the Kings’ 14.

In a round that seems like ages ago now, the Devils went the distance against the Florida Pan-thers in Round 1. They trailed the series 3-2 and required overtime to eliminate Florida in Game 7. They then downed the Philadelphia Flyers in five games and the New York Rang-ers in six. (Note: Devils forward Adam Henrique became the first player since Martin Gelinas for the Calgary Flames in 2004 to score two series-clinching goals in the same postseason. He eliminated the Rangers in over-time of Game 6 and Panthers in double overtime of Game 7.)

As for the Kings, they defeated both the Vancouver Canucks (Round 1) and Phoenix Coyotes (Western Conference final) in five games. Sandwiched in between those series was a four-game sweep of the St. Louis Blues in Round 2.

Although they took a shorter path to the final, the Kings haven’t been strangers to over-time these playoffs. They also scored two series-clinching over-time goals, by forwards Jarrett Stoll (against Vancouver) and Dustin Penner (against Phoe-nix).

Road warriors – the Kings have become the first team to ever win eight consecutive road games in a single post-season. Dating back to last season, they’ve won 10 consecutive road playoff games, an NHL record for straight

road playoff wins lasting more than a year.

Defying the odds – While they had far from the low-est odds, neither team was seen as a favourite to win the Stanley Cup. Las Vegas odds

out of the Bodog Sportsbook (www.vegassportsbetting.ca/odds-to-win-the-2012-stanley-cup) had the Kings’ odds at 20/1 and Dev-ils at 30/1. Eight

teams were listed as having a better chance of winning the Cup than the Kings, led by the Vancouver Canucks, whose odds were listed at 5/1. The others were: Pittsburgh Penguins - 6/1; Detroit Red Wings - 10/1; Wash-ington Capitals - 10/1; Boston Bruins - 12/1; Chicago Black-hawks - 12/1; Philadelphia - 12/1; and San Jose Sharks - 12/1.

How’d those eight do? Six were eliminated in Round 1, while Philadelphia and Wash-ington bowed out in the second round.

The Kings were one of 10 teams with better odds of win-ning the Cup than New Jersey. The Tampa Bay Lighting, which didn’t even make the playoffs, also had 20/1 odds. As for the Devils, they were among 11 teams with 30/1 odds. (Note: Neither of the other conference finalists were expected to be Cup frontrunners when the season began, with the Rangers at 40/1

and Coyotes at 30/1.) These playoffs have certainly

left analysts scratching their heads, as predictions have fallen off the map. A couple of predic-tions of note include the Hockey News’ selection of the Capitals as this year’s Cup winner, noted in its Yearbook, and the EA Sports simulation calling for the Penguins to take the title.

PREDICTIonSSports editor Alistair

McInnis will defeat assis-tant editor Allan Wishart in this year ’s Free Press NHL playoff predictions.

That was determined on Sunday, when it was discov-ered that the co-workers both called for the Kings to defeat the Devils in this year ’s Stan-ley Cup championship series.

Since McInnis already held a 8-7 advantage in the num-ber of series winners picked correctly, he’ll win the over-all title by one. Had they

picked different Cup win-ners, Wishart would’ve had a chance at the tie.

But there will be some bragging rights on the line, as they picked different num-bers of games. McInnis calls for the Kings in seven, while Wishart believes it’ll take Los Angeles six games to defeat the Devils.

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and the 36th annual PG Potters Guild Northern Chili Cook-off event runs Saturday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Studio 2280 complex, 2280-15th Ave. Buy a handcrafted bowl, sample delicious chili from celebrity teams. Musical entertainment, local artisan booths, free kids activities. Mural unveiling at 11 a.m.

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is bringing the 24th Street Wailers to Prince George on July 18. This Toronto-based group was nominated for a Maple Blues Award for best new band in 2011. They also took part in the International Blues Competition in Memphis. Treasure Cove Casino showroom. Doors 7:30 p.m. Music starts at 8 p.m. Dance floor. Tickets $15 at Books and Company and Treasure Cove Casino desk.

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Dancers group will be featured in a colourful concert and dance program to celebrate Vaisakhi. Vaisakhi marks the beginnings of Sikhism over 300 years ago. The Bollywood dancers will perform at the Prince George Playhouse on Saturday, June 2 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. For tickets phone Sharma at 250-564-8215. This is a fundraiser for the Garret MacIver Scholarship fund.

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The Canadian Tenors performed Thursday less one velvet voice but they put on a stellar show at the CN Centre.

Some arrangements and solos got worked out just before curtain time. Still, Fraser Walters, Victor Micallef and Clifton Murray rose to the occa-sion and “pitch hit” for Remigio (Remi) Pereira, who took ill in Los Angeles where the quartet last per-formed.

Walters, who spent much of his childhood in Prince George, told the audience of 1,800 fans that “their brother” was in good hands, thanks to Dr. Michael O’Malley and UHNBC staff. In the audience was Walters’ mother, a singer/actor and – former ER nurse at the hospital – who’d flown in from Vancouver.

“We’ll be heading to our next con-cert in Victoria after this, but Remi will be staying here with you for a few days,” said Walters of Pereira’s brief hospitalization.

The Tenors got several standing ovations for their remarkable mix of classical pieces, popular songs and folk tunes. Highlights – there were many – Micallef’s soaring rendi-tion of O Sole Mio, Fraser’s tender, pitch perfect Bring Him Home and the song they saved for an encore – Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah.

The song has become a Tenors’ signature piece (they performed it on the Oprah Winfrey show, joined

by Celine Dion) and there were wild cheers from the crowd when the trio returned to the stage to perform it. During the first half, the trio wore suits and ties. In the second half, they appeared in casual wear, I think to set the tone for a more relaxed atmosphere.

All three shone not only with their sensational vocal solos (Micallef also played piano) but showing off their humour and charm, regaling us with anecdotal stories about their lives, their international tours and great moments in their careers.

Like being invited to David Fos-ter’s wedding and reception where, split up at four tables, the Canadian Tenors went mostly unrecognized by other celebrities. That will change.

Thursday was the first time the group has performed in Prince George and there’s no doubt they garnered even more fans here.

The event was a fundraiser for Spirit of the North Healthcare Foun-dation. Don Gowan, chief executive officer, told the Free Press Monday people were absolutely wowed by the performance and gave it rave reviews.

“The Tenors were just amazing,” he said. “We had so many calls and e-mails telling us how wonderful the show was. And they’re such a great group of guys – they stayed and signed autographs in the [CN Centre] lobby until midnight.

“One lady waiting in the line-up began singing Hallelujah and then Clifton Murray joined in.”

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Gowan says the final tally for monies raised will likely be made available by Friday. He also predicts the Tenors’ popularity with fans and Thursday’s hit concert will bring them back again by popular demand.

Bring them home? Fraser Walters may have moved on to the bright lights of Vancouver and Toronto but local fans are proud that he once called Prince George home.

The popular children’s show Sesame Street Live Elmo Makes Music is coming to the CN Centre for two performances on July 25. Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and all their Sesame Street friends are taking to the stage to share their love of music in Sesame Street Live. Jenny, an enthusiastic new music teacher arrives on Sesame Street only to discover that her instru-ments are missing.

Jenny’s new Muppet friends quickly come to the rescue and discover instruments they never knew existed, rubber duckies, trash can lids and even cookie jars.

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When Tamara Callahan stood on the stone steps at UNBC on Friday afternoon, she was carry-ing on a family tradition.

Tamara became the fifth Cal-lahan sibling to graduate from UNBC when she got her nursing diploma. About 24 hours before that big moment, she and brother Dennis (the first of the family to graduate) talked about what it was like to all attend the same

school.“I had no idea all the Callahan

children would get a degree,” said Dennis, who got a BA in English in 2001, then his MBA in 2009. “Our parents are pretty proud of us.”

The five are just as proud of their parents, Richard and Helen, who donated $5 in 1988 to sign a petition in favour of creating a northern university.

”It was fortuitous that our par-ents signed the petition,” Dennis said. “It saved the family a lot of

money.”He was fol-

lowed through the graduation by sisters Cort-nie (BSW 2002), Jenilee (BScN 2007) and Tara (BComm 2008).

And now Tamara has joined the list.

“There wasn’t a lot of pressure on me to come to UNBC,” she said. “It was just cheaper to be able to stay close to home.”

She knows the

graduation day drill quite well.“I’ve been to all of their gradu-

ations. When I came to Dennis’, it was probably the first time I had been up here. I was in about Grade 10, and I had no idea what a university looked like.”

Tamara is also the first to fol-low in the footsteps of one of her

siblings in degree as well. Like Jenilee, she is getting her BScN in Nursing.

“A few of the instructors remem-bered Jenilee when they saw me in their classes,” she said.

Dennis has also seen a number of graduations at UNBC since his own.

“The school just continues to grow and prosper. The North-ern Medical Program is a great example of how it works to meet the needs of the north.”

All of the Callahans continue to live in Prince George. Den-

nis is the CFO for the Northern Development Initiative Trust, Tara is manager of financial planning and operations at CNC, and Jenilee is a nurse at the hospital. Tamara also plans to practice nursing in the north.

There is one part of UNBC life which Dennis has experienced that none of his sisters have.

“I’m just finishing a two-year term on the board of directors of the Alumni Association. I don’t think any of them are fol-lowing me there.”

Toopy and Binoo and the Marsh-mallow Moon brings to life two fun-loving and adorable characters whose antics are driven by their out-of-this-world imaginations. The show comes to Prince George Oct. 13.

Toopy and Binoo’s unpredictable adventures inspire children to push their own limits. Preparing for his stage debut, Toopy has to not only find the perfect song to sing but he also has to find the perfect place to perform it. As Toopy and his best friend Binoo embark on their most important musical quest ever, they encounter a Blue Cat Blues Band,

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Entertaining and whimsical, Toopy and Binoo and the Marsh-mallow Moon is a fairy tale for our times, incorporating music, theatre, puppetry and innovative multime-dia technology to weave a story that will tickle the imagination of the whole family.

The show is a theatrical produc-tion by Koba Entertainment, led by award-winning choreographer Patti Caplette as writer and director, the creative team includes JUNO award winner Norman Foote as co-writer

and music director and Andrew Beck as scenic designer.

Toopy and Binoo is based on the best-sell-ing childrens’ books by Dominique Jolin. The characters made their television debut in 2005 and quickly won the hearts of chil-dren in hundreds of countries.

The show airs on Treehouse TV (Can-ada) and is a top-rated program for kids two to six years old.

Toopy and Binoo and the Marshmallow Moon play Oct. 13 at CN Centre. Tickets go now on sale at all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-855-985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca.

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Original Joe’s Now OpenOriginal Joe’s (OJ’s) opened the doors of its first location in Prince George at 4 p.m. on Monday, May 21. The new location grand opening is helping raise funds in support of workers affected by the recent explosion at Lakeland Mills.“We identified a growing need for a restaurant and bar concept like Original Joe’s in our city,” said Rick Devore, general manager for the location. “Original Joe’s has a down to earth and down the street mentality that we think will resonate well with the residents of Prince George.”To support the community during the aftermath of the tragic Lakeland Mills explosion and fire, Original Joe’s will donate one dollar from every pint of OJ’s draft sold during the first two weeks of operation (May 21 to June 4) to the Prince George Community Foundation, a charity for the Lakeland Mill workers. Original Joe’s is located at 5224 Domano Boulevard and is open Monday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to midnight.

IPG-RDFFG Ink DealThe Regional District of Fraser-Fort George will continue to work closely with Initiatives Prince George (IPG) on economic development opportunities outside of the City of Prince George.Directors approved a one-year service agreement with IPG that will see IPG undertake marketing activities such as developing content for a regional investment website, developing site-specific marketing materials, and business development activities. IPG will also serve as the point of contact for investor inquiries suited to identified industrial sites within the regional district.

Clean Energy in Robson ValleyBC Hydro is advancing negotiations, with clean energy producers, aimed at developing a new transmission line for the Robson Valley. The potential new line will improve the reliability of service, connect new clean energy projects and support future economic development opportunities in the area. As its commitment to this project, BC Hydro will fund approximately $50 million worth of system upgrades at the Valemount Substation that are required for the transmission line to McBride.Currently, the Village of McBride receives electricity service via an 85 kilometre distribution line originating in Valemount. The line is at its maximum capacity and the region experiences more frequent outages than the provincial average.In addition to the transmission line, BC Hydro will begin negotiating Electricity Purchase Agreements with clean energy producers in the region.

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Vancouver Quadra MP and Liberal small business critic Joyce Murray (centre) meets with Prince George Chamber of Commerce vice-pres-ident Bill Phillips (left), directors Lorna Wendling and Dorothy Friesen and chamber CEO Jennifer Brandle-McCall last week.

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Two Rivers Gallery is already in the planning stages, “planting the seeds” for their 10th annual Artist in the Garden Tour fundraiser.

“We are making some exciting changes this year,” said Jean Chisholm, special events and marketing coordinator for Two Rivers Gallery. “We are turning the tour into a three-day event complete with a Friday evening kick-off party July 13, Saturday garden tour and seminars July 14, and Sunday demonstration of community gardening efforts at UNBC on July 15.”

The revamped event will highlight beautifully manicured spaces, in-progress projects and local food options and includes a variety of work-shops and artists at work as well as music, food and drink.

The event is a celebration of Prince George gardening, art, knowledge-sharing, sustainabil-ity and community. There’s still room on the tour for a couple of gardens, so anyone with an inter-est in sharing the beauty of their garden for a few days can write [email protected].

“Remember that we are hoping to showcase a diversity of gardens with a range of skill levels, so please don’t hesitate to offer your unique space,” says Chisholm. “And if anyone is inter-ested in becoming involved by volunteering their talents and knowledge of resources, please feel free to contact us.”

For more information phone 250-614-7800.

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Volunteers Betty-June, Shirley Gratton and Laura plant petunias in the sun-shine Monday along First Avenue by the Information Centre. This year, 200 petu-nias were put in soil with funds from the Enhanced PG grant.

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Help WantedAn Alberta Construction Com-pany is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfi eld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.


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STRUCTURLAM PRODUCTSLtd., located in beautiful Pen-ticton, B.C. is seeking experi-enced Timber Framers. For more information and to apply, please visit our website @ [email protected]


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Williams Lake Plywood, a Division of West Fraser, has an opening for a Certifi ed Millwright. Candidates must hold an Interprovincial Certifi cate and knowledge of Hydraulic and PLC equipment would be an asset. This is an hourly position and United Steelworkers benefi ts and wage rates apply.To explore this opportunity with us, submit your resume before June 22, 2012 to the Human Resources Department, Williams Lake Plywood, A Division of West Fraser, PO Box 4509, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2V5. Fax: 250-398-6535, email: [email protected] thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WEST FRASERWilliams Lake Plywood Division

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ACCOUNTANT - TEMPORARYHouston, B.C.

Pinnacle Renewable Energy is currently seeking an experienced Accountant to provide full-time accounting support for a period of up to 12 months. Reporting to the Operations Controller, the candidate must be able to effectively prepare, process and maintain accounting records.

Responsibilities include:•Full cycle accounting including payables, payroll coordination and inventory control•Prepare budget vs. actual reports•Maintain bank records and prepare cashfl ow forecasts•Involved in budgeting process and monthly analysis of budget variances

Skills and Qualifi cations:•Preference given to candidate enrolled in accounting designation program•Background in a manufacturing environment an asset•Profi ciency with Microsoft Offi ce •High level of accuracy and attention to detail•Excellent Written and Verbal Communication

Submit your resume to:E-mail: [email protected].

No Phone Inquiries AcceptedClosing date June 15, 2012

Purchaser/Stores Coordinator

International Forest Products Limited (Interfor) is a leading global supplier, with one of the most diverse lines of lumber products in the world. The Company has operations in British Columbia, Washington and Oregon, including two sawmills in the Coastal region of British Columbia, three in the B.C. Interior, two in Washington and two in Oregon. For more information about Interfor, visit our website at www.interfor.com.

Interfor is currently recruiting for a Purchaser/Stores Coordinator for our lumber manufacturing facility in Castlegar, BC. The successful candidate will be responsible for purchasing, organizing parts/supplies, and interaction with operations/maintenance crews while providing professional service and ensuring a safe working environment.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, time management, computer and organizational skills, be detailed and results oriented, and possess strong analytical capabilities.

Must have the ability to work effectively in a highly interactive and energetic team environment.

We offer a competitive salary and bene t package. If you believe that you have the skills and quali cations that we are looking for, your resume can be emailed in con dence by June 11th, 2012 to: [email protected]

As only short list candidates will be contacted, we thankyou in advance for your interest.

JOB POSTINGLake Babine Nation

Brighter Future Coordinator Lake Babine Nation Health is looking for a dynamic, reliable Brighter Future Coordinator to work with communities of Fort Babine, Old Fort, Tachet, Donalds Landing and Woyenne. This will be a term position, based on funding. If you are a committed, hard working, individual who would love the challenge, please apply.

Quali cations:• Post-Secondary Degree in Social Work and Counsel-

ling Certifi cation• Knowledge of mental health crisis intervention

and management, mental illness and treatment, substance abuse and addictions treatment

• Individual coaching and facilitate educational workshop to parents, youth and children: Life skills, confl ict resolution, anger management, communi-cation skills, budgeting, nutrition, mental wellness, stress reduction, bullying, lateral violence preven-tion, suicide prevention, drug and alcohol abuse education and parenting skills

• Confi dentiality of clients and client assessments• Integrated Program Service funding and activities

for children, youth and families• Valid B.C. Driver’s License with Vehicle Access• Knowledge or profi cient in Offi ce Equipment and

Microsoft Offi ce• Able to travel to the communities of Fort Babine,

Tachet, Old Fort, Donalds Landing and Woyenne.

“Only those selected for Interview will be contacted.”

Submit Resume & Cover letter to: Vincent Joseph, Health Director Lake Babine Nation PO Box 297, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 Fax: 250-692-4792

Deadline: Friday, June 8, 2012 at 4:00PM

WANTED 1 University or College student Full time temporary available for the summer.

The applicant must be full time student who will be returning to school full time in the fall. The position is for our Summer Day Camp program. Priority will be given to students who are pursuing education/early childhood education, arts, sports/leisure programs at college or university. They will work in compliment with another student.

Please drop off resumes at: 2820-15th Avenue to Wendy or Lisa or e-mail

[email protected] by May 31, 2012.

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Employment

Help WantedRaju Enterprises Ltd dba

Panago Pizza in Prince George is hiring 1 f/t Manager (food service ) and 2 f/t pizza

delivery drivers . Manager must have 2 to 3 years similar experience or education and duties include plan, organize, control and evaluate daily op-erations, recruit and hire staff and listen to customer com-

plaints etc. Salary would be $ 15.50/hr with 40 hrs a week.

For delivery drivers 1 to 2 years experience is required

with class 5 BC licence or equivalent. Salary would be

$15.50/hr All positions are full-time with 40 hrs. week. Inter-ested applicants please email resume to: store028.owner@

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Employment

Help WantedS.M. Quennell Trucking in Cranbrook is looking for log truck drivers based in Cran-brook. Full time work, home every night. Excellent medical, dental, pension benefi ts, etc. Wages competitive with union rates. Fax resume to (250)426-4610 or call (250)426-6853

Employment

Help WantedTrimark Solutions Inc. in Prince George is hiring f/t 1 carpenter, 1 construction help-er, 1 plumber and 1 bricklayer with english and punjabi speaking capabilities.Carpenters must have 3 to 5 yrs. experience in measure, cut, shape and join mouldings, wood materials, drywall & plastic material , fi t and install windows , doors , stairs , build decks & fences etc. Salary would be $ 23.00/hr.For construction helpers no experience required and sala-ry would be $ 20 /hr .For Plumber 5 yrs. experience required in area of construc-tion & must be able to read drawings , blueprints and in-stall, repair and maintain plumbing fi xtures , measure cut , bend and thread pipes, join pipes , clamps , screws etc. salary would be $ 25.50/hrFor brick layer 3 to 5 yrs. ex-perience required in construct and install prefabricated maso-nary units, build patios , gar-den walls, and other decora-tive installations .Salary would be $ 26 /hr . All positions are fulltime with 40 hrs. week. Must be able to read and write in English and ability to speak Punjabi and Hindi a defi nite asset. Interest-ed applicants email resume to [email protected]

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Help WantedWANT TO see scenic BC? Needed immediately. Experi-enced Feller Buncher Opera-tor with Chipper Head/Mower to work around Hydro Trans-mission Lines. Must be willing to travel throughout BC (based out of Vanderhoof). $28-$34 per hour + benefi ts. For more info e-mail: [email protected]. Send resume to: SBCJOBS Box 1136 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 or Fax:250-567-2550

Medical/DentalDental Assistant Required. Reply to Dr. Harvey Thomp-son, #22-665 Front St., Ques-nel BC V2J 5J5 (250)992-3771 email: [email protected]

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ElectricalDoug’s Electric Licensed and Bonded . 20 yrs exp.(250)963-6737 (250)981-5210

Garden & LawnGARDEN ROTO-TILLING $35 AND UP 250-964-6386

Temporary/PT/Seasonal

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HandypersonsHandyman from NewfoundlandAll jobs big & small, I’se the b’yeto do it all. Carpentry & plumbingetc. W.E.T.T. Certifi ed. Call Jim 250.562.8203 / 250.613.5478

Home ImprovementsBath & Kitchen Specialist

We bring creative design ideas to the table, as we work closelywith you to achieve the perfect remodel. No job too big and none certainly, too small. Call Tom today for free estimate. 250-961-0439

G Gilbert Renovation Year round reno needs. Int/ext,nothing too small. 30 yrs exp. Free estimates! Call Gaetan (250) 560-5845 or 552-7184

Lou’s Renos Roger’s Renos

For all your home reno needs. We also help you renovate your rental units. For free

estimates call 250-964-6106 Ivan at 250-552-8106 or

Roger 250-552-0471

LandscapingSPRING YARD CLEAN-UP

Garbage Removal & Gutter Cleaning

Power Raking ~ Aerating(250)961-3612 or

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Free Estimates(250)961-4500

Pets & Livestock

Pets

PUREBRED MAREMMA PUPPIES FOR SALE!

asking $350Great Guardian Dogs

Perfect for protecting live-stock and yard against

predators (especially wolves & coyotes). Very friendly to-

wards people and they DO NOT WANDER

250-706-7202250-395-0832

Merchandise for Sale

AuctionsAuction Estate AntiqueCollectable . June 3 @ 1pm at Dodd’s Auction 3311-28 Ave, Vernon. 1-866-545-3259. View photos at doddsauction.com

$100 & UnderOLDER CHROME SET TA-BLE & 4 CHAIRS $70 (250)964-9141Spa @ Home. Poor circulation infl ammation, skin conditions. Natural/Herbal. All ages. Sat &Sun 1156 4th Ave

$300 & UnderPro Form LX 660 Treadmill $250 Phone (250)962-9009

Garage SalesMulti family garage sale, sports equip, household items, toys, books & lots more! Sun-day Jun 3rd 9am - 3 pm NO EARLY BIRDS. 4543 Law Ave

Misc. for SaleFOR THE HOME BREWER Wine making equipment. Incl. 2 primary buckets, 4 carboy’s, hoses, syphon’s, thermometers, fl oor corker (some corks) electric bottle fi ller plus lots more. Must be sold as a complete set $375

250-562-3747

Misc. WantedCOIN Collector looking to buyCollections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins. Bulk Silver coins, bills etc. CallChad 250-863-3082 (Local)

Real Estate

LakeshoreSummit Lake: 1 acre sub lakelot A-frame w/trailer & hydro.$35,000 Ph 778-415-2150 after 5

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Midtowne

To Rent Call:250-561-1447

• 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available

• Close to hospital & downtown

• Rent includes heat, hot water• Elevator to undercover

parking • Fridge, stove, quality carpets,

drapes • Laundry on each fl oor • No pets

GATEWAY MANOR 2080 20th Ave. Clean, quiet bldg with security entrance. No pets, spacious 1 & 2 bdrm suites . Resident mgr 250-561-9397.

1 1/2 - 2 bdrm apts. Safe, clean & quiet. Receive

your 12th month rent free (conditions apply)

250-613-7483 Darby Apts.Bach $500, 1 bdr. $570,

2 bdr. $650; heat, h/w incl., 1601 Queensway;

250-596-4275 250-301-0664

Briarwood Apts. 1330/80 Foothills Blvd. 1 & 2 Bdrm suites 250-561-1571

HARDWOOD MANOR APTSUnder New Management!

1 & 2 bdrm suitesHeat & Hot water included.

1575 Queesway 250-596-9484

HILLSBOROUGH Apts3820 - 15th Ave

Under New Management

Spacious 3 bdrm apts Clean, quiet, secure entrance.

Students Welcome. Rental Incentives. No Dogs

Phone 250-596-4555

JUBILEE Apt’s1 bedroom Adult orientated,

close to downtown & bus route. N/S, N/P. Parking.Call: (250) 562-7172

Park Village Apartments125 N Ospika Blvd2 & 3 bdrm suites

Phone 250-612-5162

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ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 579

X CROSSWORD

LEGAL NOTICENo. 1240905

Prince George Registry

In the Provincial Court of British Columbia

In the case between:

Margaret Matilda PatrickAnd:

Avatar Taylor & Samantha Nicole PatrickAnd

Pursuant to the May 17, 2012 Order of Substitutional Service made by The Honourable Judge R.W. Callan of the

Provincial Court of British Columbia

TO: DAMIAN TAYLOR, also known as AVATAR TAYLOR

TAKE NOTICE that an application has been led by Margaret Matilda Patrick seeking an order of joint custody in relation to your child, Gage Enrique L’Hirondelle, born April 17, 2012 (the “Child”).

The application is scheduled to be heard on June 7, 2012.

The particulars of the application which will be heard on June 7, 2012 are as follows:

1.Margaret Matilda Patrick seeks interim joint custody of the Child with the mother Samantha Patrick.

2.Margaret Matilda Patrick seeks interim joint guardianship of the Child with the mother Samantha Patrick.

If you intend to take part in the hearing of this matter, you should attend court on June 7, 2012. You should also le a Reply to the Application setting out your position.

If you wish to obtain a full copy of the present Application as well as a blank Reply, you may attend at the Court registry at 250 George Street, Prince George, BC, or you may attend the law of ces of Jon M. Duncan at 251 George Street, Prince George, BC.

Rentals

Apt/Condo for RentPine Glen Apartments

255 N. Ospika (Rental Offi ce)

Spacious clean 2 & 3 bdrm 1 1/2 bath

Heat, Hot water & Parking incl. Laundry & Play ground on Site.

Ask about our new ratesBus route to all amenities

250-561-1823

Pine Grove AptsClean bach, 1 & 2 bdrm apts Student & other incentives

No Dogs Phone 250-563-2221

SUMMIT APTS2666 Upland Street

1 & 2 bedroom apts. Rentincludes: hydro, heat, hot

water, appliances, drapes and parking. Quiet, no pets

250-564-3162VENICE PLACE APTS

1438 QueenswayBachelor, 1 & 2 bdrm Suites

Balcony, Elevator, Under-ground parking. Heat included

Call (250)561-1446

Commercial/Industrial

Space available for rentFor all your rental needs

Call 562-8343 or 562-RENT

Majestic Management(1981) Ltd.

• OFFICE

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7 BAY SHOP In the Gateway BIA. 1795 Victoria St. 3,400 sq ft. Offi ce and customer space. www.primexproperties.com

Homes for RentNeed Cash Today? Cash Factory Loans offers payday loans up to $1000 using em-ployment, CTB, EI or Pension, or Collateral Loans up to $10,000 using almost any ve-hicle! 1261B 3rd Ave, next to Nancy O’s or 250-649-0808

Rentals

Property Management

RESIDENT MANAGER NEEDEDfor large apartment building in Prince George. Ideal position for responsible couple. Book-keeping, sales and mainte-nance skills an asset. Send resumes with references to: Majestic Management (1981) Ltd., #800-299 Victoria St., Prince George, BC, V2L 5B8

Rooms for RentMotel suite for rent.Clean,bach or 1 bed furnished with Kitch-enettes, includes utli., cab, in-ternet. Monthly rent, Seniors welcome. N/P (250)962-0441

Shared Accommodation

Professional male seeks roommate. Sep. suite,semi fur-nished, shared kitchen, $385 plus 1/2 utilities 250-564-1550

Transportation

Cars - Domestic1981 Trans Am. Does not run. Great hobby car. Will take best cash offer or trade for a used truck. 250-964-2491

Transportation

Cars - Domestic‘92 Honda Accord EX-R, 187,000 km’s. tilt steering,

PW,PL, new all season tires, Sirius radio, security system

avail., plus much more, $2000 OBO 250-562-8057

Recreational/Sale2011 18’ Creekside Trailer.A/C, elec awning, Loaded. $16,000 OBO 250-596-4145

22’ 2006 Salem LE travel trail-er. Sleeps 4, like brand new. Can be viewed at 1310 Kel-logg Ave. 250-564-8267

FOR SALE (Reduced), 2005 27ft travel trailer, great condi-tion inside and out, asking $10,500 obo, (778)415-0335

Scrap Car Removal

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Wrecker/Used Parts

USED TIRESCars & Trucks

$25 & upMost Sizes Available

15270 Hwy 97 South250.963.3435

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Transportation

Boats12’ Aluminum boat with 7.5 php mercury outboard in exec cond. 20 gallon gas tank w/hose. $1400 (250)961-4779

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WeDNesDAyWhist, Wednesdays,

7 p.m., Senior Activity Centre, 425 Brunswick St.Wing night

and karaoke, Wednesdays, 6-10 p.m., royal Canadian legion.B.C.Civil Liberties

meets every second Wednesday, 6 p.m., 2105 Pine St. Next meeting June 6.CnC Retirees meet

fourth Wednesday, 9 a.m., D’lanos. information: lois 250-563-6928.Army Cadet

Rangers free youth program, meets Wednesdays, Connaught youth Centre. information: Capt. McCue 250-565-6993, 250-564-9030.

thuRsDAyDayBreakers

Toastmasters meets Thursday, 7-8 a.m., elder Citizens recreation Association,1692 10th Ave. information: Heather 250-649-9591.Plaza 400

Toastmaster Club meets Thursday, noon, Aleza room, fourth floor, Plaza 400 building, 1011 4th Ave. information: 6252.toastmastersclubs.org/ or 250-564-

5191.Spring Ultimate

Frisbee League, Thursdays, 6-8 p.m., PGSS fields. information: www.pgultimate.bc.ca.

nCP workers and retirees meet third Thursday of the month, 10 a.m., Pine Centre food court.ECRA Forever

young Chorus meet Thursdays, 12:45 p.m., eCrA, 1692 10th Ave.Chess nights,

Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., Books and Company. information: Marilyn 250-562-9580.

Prince george grassroots Cribbage Club registration, 6:30 p.m. play 6:45 p.m., Thursdays, Spruce Capital recreation Centre, 3701 rainbow Dr. information: Gerda 250-564-8561.old Time Fiddlers

jam, Thursday, 7-10 p.m. elder Citizens rec Centre, 1692 10th Ave.northBreast

Passage Dragon Boat Society meets first Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., Chronic Disease Management room, UHNBC. information: Anita 250-563-2949 or Betty 250-962-7985.

FRiDAyAppreciation

dinner and dance, June 1, royal Canadian legion. Cocktails, 5 p.m., dinner 6 p.m. information: 250-562-1292.Talk and

meditation, June 1, 7-8 p.m., Books and Company. Buddha’s Four Noble Truths. information: www.tilopa.ord/pg or 250-962-6876.Live bands, Friday,

8 p.m.-midnight, royal Canadian legion.

sAtuRDAyCraft and garage

sale, June 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hart Pioneer Cemtre. reserve tables 250-962-6712.meditation day

course, June 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Chinook yoga Studio, 320 Vancouver St. Pre-register at info@

tilopa.org or 250-962-6876.Flea market and

farmers’ market, Saturdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave.Live bands,

Saturday, 8 p.m.-midnight, royal Canadian legion.

suNDAyCaledonia

Ramblers moderate hike at Fraser Mountain, June 3. Meet in parking lot behind city hall at 7:45 a.m.Pancake

breakfast buffet, June 3, 9-11 a.m., Hart Pioneer Centre.Healthy Kids Day,

June 3, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Family yMCA of Prince George, 2020 Massey Drive.

Celebrate new access to Tabor Lake Park, 13200 Giscome rd., June 3, noon-5 p.m. information: louise 250-963-7001.Flea market and

farmers’ market, Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 1156 Fourth Ave.meat draw, royal

Canadian legion, 3-5 p.m., sponsored by Peace Keepers Proceeds to Alzheimer and MS societies and others.

MoNDAyTai Chi, Mondays,

1:30 p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 rainbow Dr.northern Twister

Square Dance Club meets Mondays, 7 p.m., St. Michael’s Church Hall. information: Gys 250- 563-4828 or reta 250-962-2740.Royal Purple meets

meets second and fourth Mondays, 7:30 p.m. information: Dianne 250-596-0125 or Jeanette 250-563-9362.

tuesDAyBuddhist

meditation class, Tuesdays 7–8:30 p.m., 320 Vancouver St. information: 250-962-6876 or www.tilopa.org.Bridge, Tuesdays, 1

p.m., Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 rainbow Dr.Spruce Capital

Toastmasters meet

Tuesdays, 7:25 p.m., 102-1566 7th Ave. information: Tom 250-562-3402.Sweet Adelines

women’s four-part chorus meets Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., Studio 2880. New members welcome. information: Kathleen 250-563-2975.Prince george

genealogical Society meets the third Tuesday of the month, St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 1500 edmonton St.Hospital retirees

meeting, first Tuesday of the month, 9 a.m., Prince George Golf Club. information 250-563-7497 or 250-563-2885.

suPPoRt gRouPsDivorceCare,

a support group for persons going through a separation or divorce. To find out if this group is for you, call 250-564-6213. Group meets at Artspace, room 202, Sundays at 5 p.m. Call about childcare.

Prince george Healing Rooms - Are you hurting? Do you have health issues? Confidential prayers Wednesday noon-2 p.m, All Nations Church, 1395 Fifth Ave. information: 250-617-9653.CoPD support

group meets Wednesday, 1 p.m., AiMHi. information: Nancy 250-561-1393.Heartbeat, a group

for mutual support of those who have lost a loved one through suicide, meets monthly at CMHA office. information: Sandy 250-960-9047.Hepatitis C

support group meets second Tuesday of the month, PGrH fourth floor conference room. information: ilse or Pat 250-565-7387.

Thursday Tops (take off pounds sensibly) 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Knox United Church,1448 Fifth Ave. information: 250-564-6336 (days), 250-964-4851 (evenings).

Red Hat Chapter meets for lunches and outings. information: 250-564-6879.AimHi is offering

networking and information session opportunity for parents, guardians, and caregivers. information: Jule O’reilly 250-564-6408 ext. 228.Elks’ meat draw,

Thursday, 4:30- 6 p.m., legion. Proceeds to elks’ Children’s Fund.Tea Time for the

Soul. Would you like someone to listen to you? Come, listen, and share while enjoying a cup of tea. Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. at Forest expo House, 1506 Ferry Ave. No cost. For more information, Jesse or Catherine at 250-563-2551.Singles and

friends, social group of people of all ages and diverse backgrounds, meets Wednesdays, 7 p.m., A&W on 20th Avenue.

Wednesday Tops (take off pounds sensibly) 11:30 a.m. weigh in, noon meeting, St. Michael’s Anglican Church. information: 250-960-3959, 778-416-0908.Learning Circle

Literacy Program works with adult learners and families on literacy, numeracy and computing skills. information: 250-564-3568 ext. 228, or [email protected].

Do you worry about the way you eat? overeaters Anonymous may have the answers. No weigh-ins, dues or fees. Monday, 7:30 p.m., hospital, room 421. Call Shelley 250-612-3877.

Power Play, for children from newborns to five years old, Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m., South Fort George Family resource Centre, 1200 la Salle Ave. information: 250-614-9449.

Free Press accepts Datebook submissions in written form only — dropped off, mailed or e-mailed. No phone calls please.

Free Press Datebook runs as space allows every Wednesday.No guarantee of publication.

Mail to 1773 South Lyon St., Prince George, B.C. V2N 1T3. E-mail [email protected]


Datebook

The Community Datebook provides free community event listings every Wednesday. Submissions are accepted in written form only – dropped off, mailed or emailed – No Phone Calls please. Datebook runs as space allows, there is no guarantee of publication. Mail to 1773 South Lyon St., Prince George BC V2N 1T3 E-mail [email protected]

Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament for Prince George-Peace River, presents the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal to Prince George resident Sheldon Clare for his sig-nificant contribu-tions to Canada and our commu-nity.

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“GIVE A LITTLE…GAIN A LOT!”

For information on volunteering with more than 100 non-profi t organizations in Prince George, contact Volunteer Prince George

250-564-0224www.volunteerpg.com

Canadian Cancer SocietyVolunteer to be a Tanning is Out Ambassador

this summer! Attend outdoor events delivering sun safety messaging and UV

awareness. A fun role for high energy social people. Training provided. 250-564-0885

PG ExhibitionUrgent need - volunteer carpenters or

woodworkers to build some items now and volunteers ticketed to operate equipment i.e. forklift, bobcats etc in August for set up. Call

Terri 250-563-4096.

Blackburn Community Association - June 9

Benefi t Dance for Families of Lakeland Mill – Sat, June 9, 7:30 pm at 2451

Blackburn Rd. Proceeds to PG Comm Fdn for disbursement. Dance North & Tycon Tunes. Light snacks, cash bar & silent

auction. Tickets $25 pre-sold only. Nancy 250-963-3292

Positive Living North - June 16AIDS Walk Fundraiser – Westwood Pub Night, Sat, June 16. Ham & Roast Beef

Dinner Buffet, door prizes, silent auction. Tickets $25. 250-562-1172 Cori

250-563-6113


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Donna Eckert (left) and Marlene Handstaff were fi rst to greet visitors at the local B.C. Schizophrenia Society open house event on Sixth Ave. Thursday, May 24 was National Schizophrenia Awareness Day and purple was the colour of choice.

Fort George Park was awash in red shirts Saturday for the annual Walk of Honour, recognizing the country’s veterans.

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Thousands of jobs...Over 3,000 direct construction jobs will be created in British Columbia at the peak of construction. As well, 560 new long-term jobs will be generated in BC.

World-class safety standards...Carefully planned and built to respect the terrain and wildlife, the pipeline will be monitored 24/7. To protect the waters and coastline of BC, marine facilities will adopt additional navigation aids, increase emergency response capabilities, and implement new land-based radar so that Canada’s Northwest Coast is safer for all marine traffic.

A stronger BC economy with new trade partners...There will be more opportunities and towns will prosper. It will open up global markets for our energy exports and increase Canada’s Gross Domestic Product by $270 billion.

Millions of dollars for community projects...Over 30 years, more than $1.2 billion in tax revenue for BC can be used to strengthen public services. Enbridge will also provide $100 million to support communities near the pipeline.

It’s more than a pipeline. It’s a path to our future.

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