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DANIkA M. HEbErTObserver Reporter

Council has decided to agree in principle to adding the Lhtako Dene nation onto its water service according to a release of the minutes of the closed meeting Oct. 30.

The Lhtako Dene Nation most recently asked council to extend their water service to their band lands during the Oct. 15 meeting.

The fact Lhtako Dene residents are often on

boil water advisories as well as periods of time where only bottled water is allowed was then discussed.

Council decided this partnership would see Lhtako Dene Nation take a lead role securing funding and cooperation with different government departments.

Chief Clifford Lebrun of the Lhtako Dene Nation requested 21 total connections on the band land, including 19 housing units and a small community hall.

He also highlighted the health concerns of the residents of the Lhtako Dene Nation, as their water consistently tests as unsafe for consumption.

Although different options have been discussed, Chief Lebrun told council a connection to the Quesnel water system was the best option regarded by the AANDC engineers.

“The most feasible option to AANDC and the Lhtako Dene Nation is the connection and long term supply from the city

of Quesnel,” he said.Council moved a

motion stating “council recognizes the importance of building a stronger relationship with the Lhtako Dene First Nation who have made a request for an extenuation of potable water to band lands which are outside of city countries.”

The motion carried indicates council has only approved in principle as there are still details which could complicate plans.

“We only agreed

in principle, because everything looks good now, but sometimes when details are being worked out, that’s where problems arise,” city manager Byron Johnson said.

The principles council agreed to include “the water being provided will be primarily used for residential purposes, the capital and infrastructure costs to be paid by Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development (AANDC) and annual water and maintenance

costs to be paid by AANDC,” the motion reads.

The motion also calls for “staff and city engineers to conduct a detailed review of the existing feasibility study of the extension of water in Indian Reserve #1 in conjunction with engineering staff of the Lhtako Dene First Nation with any incremental costs to be reimbursed by AANDC.”

Check future issues of your Observer for updates.

H2O connection to Lhtako one step closer

Sure sign of winterSmall snowflakes surround this colourful Bohemian Wax Wing as he indulges on tasty mountain ash berries.

Karen Powell photo

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Pot bust nets 350 plantsAUTUMN MacDONALD

Observer Reporter

Quesnel RCMP have taken out another marijuana grow-op.

Nov. 29 members from the North Dis-trict Integrated Mari-juana Enforcement Task Force (NDIME) and Quesnel Detach-ment, with assistance from North District Drug Section execut-ed a search warrant in the 5200 block of the Nazko Highway located approxi-mately 40 kilometres west of Quesnel, B.C. A marijuana growing operation was located inside a residence.

A 39-year-old male suspect believed to be responsible for this illegal operation was arrested without incident.

Three hundred and fifty large, healthy marijuana plants were located and seized along with 1.5 pounds of dried mari-juana and growing equipment.

The male is facing charges of production of a controlled sub-stance and possession of a controlled sub-stance for the purpose of trafficking.

He will be making

his first court appear-ance on March 12, in Quesnel provincial court.

This investigation is part of the Marijuana Grow Initiative, the RCMP’s national strategy to combat Marijuana Grow Operations and the organized crime groups running them in our communities. For more information on the National Anti-Drug Strategy, www.nationalantidrugstrat-egy.gc.ca.

RCMP seized plants and grow-op equipment dur-

ing the bust.RCMP photos

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Mero and Comeau trial setAUTUMN MacDONALD

Observer Reporter

A trial date of April 8 has been slated for Kale Comeau and Robert Mero.

The two men were arrested in June of this year in connection to a shooting.

They are being charged with discharging a � rearm with intent to endanger life, pointing a � rearm and breaching an undertaking in relation to the June 2 shooting incident in the 400 block of Hartley Street.

The rounds did not strike anyone, but penetrated a window and siding of a residence.

Comeau was

arrested June 5 after a warrant was issued. Mero was arrested June 4.

Sunday, June 3, members of the Quesnel RCMP executed a search warrant in connection to this shooting.

Shortly after noon on Sunday, the warrant to search was executed on a Red Bluff Road property which resulted in the seizure of a quantity of cocaine, heroin and two prohibited weapons.

The Quesnel RCMP would like to remind the public that this shooting was a

targeted attack.The people

responsible for the shooting were known to the occupants of the residence.

Both Mero and Comeau awaittrial in cells at the Prince George Regional Correction Facility.

Seeking bailShadow La� amme is

seeking bail Dec. 11. La� amme is charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purposeof traf� cking, assaulting a police of� cer, being unlawfully in a dwelling house, possession of stolen property and trespassing at night.

Topham update

Arthur Topham is back in court Dec. 13 awaiting Crown’s position on imposing restrictions while he awaits trial.

Topham was arrested, his property searched and items seized in May of this year.

He is charged with willful promotion of hatred.

Topham, who adamantly denies the charge, says he’s hopeful having his day in court will raise awareness surrounding free speech and the de� nition of “hate crimes.”

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Glover displays the Sid Dickens tiles behind her front counter.Danika M. Hébert photo

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Peggy Glover has opened a new business and brought her passion for design through the front door with her.

Previously a stay at home mom to her two sons and a part-time book keeper, Glover decided to go ahead and pursue her dreams of opening a boutique with her family’s support.

“They kept telling me to do it and really encouraged me, so I decided to go ahead and open the boutique,” Glover explained.

“I’d been thinking about it for a long time and I didn’t want to have any regrets so I went ahead and opened it.”

Glover has brought in Sid Dickens tiles, which are collectable handmade tiles made by artists in a studio in Vancouver.

“They’re individual plaster tiles hand painted with different images,” Glover explained.

“They’re unique as they each have different inspirations behind them.

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In addition to the Sid Dickens tiles, Glover offers a variety of items.

“I offer two lines of jewelry which are handmade in Vancouver,” she said.

“I also offer new pieces of furniture and garden accessories as well as refurbished vintage pieces which add character and a little bit of flair to your home.”

Glover brings pieces into the store she’s proud of and things she wants customers to be happy to take home.

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Although some have asked if Crosswater is a seasonal boutique, Glover said it will be open year round.

“I’m from Quesnel and have lived here a majority of my life; I’m not going anywhere,” she said.

“This passion is deeper than just seasonal.”When she’s not at her boutique, Glover

spends a lot of time with her family.“I like reading, gardening and spending time

at my home,” she explained.“I also love to watch my sons play hockey.”Glover grew up in Quesnel and loves the

small town feel.“It’s nice seeing familiar faces come in,” she

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Quesnel Cariboo Observer is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province's newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

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

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It seems at this time of year we hear about the Grinchs who try to steal Christmas. The thieves

who make off with money destined for the needy, the handicapped who have their rides stolen and the cor-porate Shylocks whose hearts are nowhere to be found.But also each year, we hear of the

few who make a difference, who take in a homeless person for Christ-mas, the kind-hearted animal lovers who shelter creatures from the cold, along with all the volunteers whose actions create just a better world in so many small ways.However, the actions of recent

multi-million lottery winner Bob Erb are bringing smiles, not only to those he’s giving money to, but also to everyone who hears about his gener-osity.After winning $25 million recently,

Erb, who apparently has always been a generous man, now could give away on a whole new level.In addition to his family, a re-

cent news story told of his gift of $20,000 to the store clerk who sold him the ticket and oh yeah, another $10,000 to the store owner and the other employees.Making his way through his home

town of Terrace, Erb has bestowed various amounts on small businesses, charities, community groups and in-dividuals. He even gave his friendly neighbours a cheque for $10,000.I guess we’d all like to have a

neighbour, with a generous spirit, who wins a bunch of money.Christmas is the time of year when

people really feel the urge to give however it’s also the time of year when others find the most opportu-nities to take.We can’t all give away big cheques

but we can all give of ourself. The tooney you drop in the Salvation Army kettle, the cans of food to Good Cheer, the pennies to Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Quesnel all help spread the spirit of the season and as for those who rip off, remem-ber Karma is a bitch.

– Annie Gallant, Cariboo Observer

Whatever happens in the pro-

vincial election five months from now, taxpayers should in-sist that it be the last spring vote.

Now I know this isn’t sexy like the horse race of popu-larity polls so loved by the TV news. But integrity of public financial information is the next vital step in democratic reform, even more impor-tant than scheduled election dates. And the B.C. tradition of tabling untested elec-tion budgets, shutting down the legislature and firing up the campaign buses, has to end.

The B.C. Liber-als are on track to surpass the NDP on fudge-it budgets, having put millions into TV ads that insist the 2013 budget will struggle into the black. This is the hill Christy Clark has chosen to die on.

Glen Clark set the modern bar with his

1996 election budget. After a run of red ink, it con-jured a tidy little surplus that helped the NDP squeak out a win over the plaid-shirted Gordon Campbell.

Campbell’s noisy exit had its roots in his 2009 fudge-it bud-get, which clung to an outdated $500-mil-lion deficit forecast that had already melt-ed down along with banks, auto makers and U.S. real estate. After the election, British Columbians found out we were really $2.8 billion in the red.

Not one to waste a good crisis, Campbell ordered the harmo-nized sales tax.

Now Premier Clark and Finance Minister Mike de Jong are pro-posing to balance the budget <I>and</I> shut down the HST

money machine.

Clark gave a speech in Co-quitlam the day before last week’s

budget update, warning it “won’t be pretty.” And it’s not. In September the current-year defi-cit forecast jumped above $1 billion, largely due to a glut of natural gas. The latest update pushed it near $1.5 billion.

Natural gas royal-ties are bumping along the bottom, no big change there. But now coal prices and shipments are down, and a slow real estate market has pinched the flow of cash from Bill Vander Zalm’s legacy, the property purchase tax.

I erred in a previous column, saying this year’s deficit is partly due to a staged repay-ment of federal HST transition money. Not

so.That entire $1.6

billion was booked in last year’s budget, pushing that deficit to a record $3 billion.

This means the current $1.5 billion bleeder is based strictly on cur-rent revenues, debt servicing and spend-ing.

So how is this suck-ing chest wound go-ing to suddenly heal next spring?

De Jong provided an early version of his answer in his September financial statement. Amazingly, it projects a recovery of more than $100 million in natural gas royalties next year. Hmmm.

Liquefied natural gas exports to Asia are still years away, and the U.S., our only current energy export customer, is devel-oping its own huge shale gas and shale oil reserves.

In another forecast-ed miracle, sales tax revenue is expected to dip by a mere $120

million as the old provincial sales tax returns next year.

In 2014 it is pro-jected to bounce right back to where it is today, around $6.1 billion.

That’s odd. When former finance min-ister Kevin Falcon announced the transi-tion back to PST last May, he described annual revenue loss of about $500 million the first year, and more than $600 mil-lion the next.

Granted, business investment credits and HST rebates to the poor also end, saving the govern-ment a pile of cash as this significant tax reform dies.

But it still looks like another fudge-it budget, designed to help another premier avoid the political graveyard at the foot of Deficit Hill.

Tom Fletcher is leg-islative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocal-news.com, [email protected].

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Open letter to Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, Steve Thomson regarding the “Beyond the Beetle: A Mid-term Timber Supply Action Plan.

We are writing to let you know that we are opposed to the government opening up more areas to logging.

While we see that the government is “not advocating” logging in reserves and protected areas that have been set up to protect wildlife habitat, biodiversity, viewscapes and old growth forests, we have a number of concerns:

Because the report recommends leaving open the option of having communities initiate the possibility of logging in protected

areas and reserves, the logging industry may be considered to be part of communities and therefore their interests could initiate the process of opening protected areas to logging.

What safeguards are in place to prevent logging industry interests from influencing those making the decision?

You say in your report that any changes must be ecologically sound and supported by science. We ask whose science will be used to influence the decisions?

Your government created the Future Forests Eco-system Scientific Council, which has already issued two reports that show that reserves should be expanded and that more, not fewer trees will help offset climate

change. The council also

recommends that more forest diversity should be a goal and mentions that often areas considered low-productivity areas may have fewer saw logs but often have higher diversity.

The Quesnel Climate Action group endorses these findings and stresses the importance of making these recommendations the guiding principles by which decisions are made. The health of our future forests should be the lens of the science used for these decisions rather than focusing solely on the market value of the wood today.

You mention making better use of harvested wood in beetle-affected areas and talk about creating a new

supplemental licence to increase bioeconomy opportunities. These are good goals; we should be making the best possible use of the wood including what is considered wood waste.

We believe it is absolutely criminal, the amount of slash piles which are just being burned and wasted, while needlessly releasing carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.

These piles represent potential energy or bio-products and government policy should have zero tolerance for wasting “wood waste”.

We are living at a time when carbon in the atmosphere is contributing to climate change. Scientists have been warning about the increasing impacts we

can expect in the future. We are aware that the increasing temperatures in our area has had the direct effect of allowing the pine beetle epidemic to destroy much of our boreal forests, the very impact that we are now having to deal with.

The Climate Action group wants to stress that any decisions should reflect the impact they would have on climate change. While making wood products from trees can be one way to store carbon, the longer trees are allowed to live, the more carbon they pull out of the atmosphere and store. Carbon storage is a major forest value and this value should be reflected in any decisions made. The government should be doing a carbon inventory accounting for

the value of carbon stored as well as carbon released.

Both the debt and credit side of the ledger should be considered. Forest companies should be required to pay for all the carbon released in burning slash, whereas a marketable carbon credit should be issued if the slash was used for bio-products or energy.

Ben Parfitt from the Canadian Centre of Policy Alternatives has done a lot of research in this area and has written a paper entitled Managing BC Forests for a Cooler Planet: Carbon storage, sustainable jobs and conservation. It can be found at www.policyalternatives.ca.

Yours truly,Mark Josephy

For the Quesnel Climate Action Group

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Thank YouThe Cariboo Branch #94 of the Royal Canadian Legion thank the citizens of Quesnel for their generous support of the Poppy Campaign.

The total raised is $29,295.15, which can only be used to assist Veterans and their Dependants.

We also thank the Management and staff of Save-On-Foods for their wonderful donation of their time and the food, that they prepared and served to everyone on the 11th of November at the Legion.

Also we thank the businesses that supported the Poppy Campaign.

We couldn’t do it without your help.

Lillian Anderson, Poppy Chairman

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WorkSafeBC officials have completed their investigation into two fatal dust explosions and fires in northern B.C. sawmills earlier this year and referred the cases to Crown prosecutors for possible charges.

WorksafeBC vice-president Roberta Ellis said Thursday Crown lawyers will consider whether to proceed with charges under the Workers Compensation Act, which could be laid against

individuals as well as the companies involved.

Criminal charges were ruled out earlier in the investigation.

If Workers Compensation Act charges proceed, the companies could face fines up to more than $500,000 and individuals could be sentenced to fines or up to six months in jail.

If prosecutors decide not to take charges to court, the case would be referred back to WorkSafeBC for possible administrative penalties related to cleaning, ventilation and other

conditions at the mills.Two mill workers died

and 20 others were injured when an explosion and fire tore through the Babine Forest Products sawmill in Burns Lake on Jan. 20, 2012. On April 23, a similar explosion killed two workers and injured 22 more at Lakeland Mills in Prince George.

Investigators ruled out natural gas, oil and other fuel sources, leaving fine, dry dust produced from milling wood.

The likely ignition source was hot electric motor and

gear reducer equipment running wood waste conveyors in low, confined areas of the mills.

Lab tests showed that fine dust from any wood source can become explosive once its moisture content is below five per cent. Both mills were processing dry beetle-killed timber as well as green timber.

The investigation included reviews of previous mill inspections that reported on dust accumulation, heating, ventilation and the condition of equipment.

Babine Forest Products mill in Burns Lake Jan. 20, 2012, after dry wood dust exploded and caused a fire that killed two employees and injured 20 others. A similar fatal explosion and fire struck a Prince George mill in April.

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Tips when buying a natural Christmas tree

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• Ask when the tree was cut down. Precut trees may be cut down weeks before they're sold. So if you're buying a precut tree, chances are the tree was cut down much earlier than you think. This doesn't mean the tree won't make it through the holiday season, but a tree that was cut several weeks ago should have some of its bottom trunk removed before it's placed in the stand. This will make it easier for the tree to consume water. This step likely isn't necessary if the tree was cut down the same day you bring it home.

• Have the tree shaken before taking it home. A tree should be shaken in a shaker before you put it in your car and bring it home. A shaker removes any debris or dead needles from the tree, which can save you the trouble of cleaning up all of those dead needles from your living room � oor later on.

• Have the tree wrapped before taking it home. A tree should also be wrapped in twine before taking it home. The twine should be tight enough to keep the tree's branches from blowing in the wind when you attach the tree to the top of your vehicle. If possible, keep the tree wrapped in twine as you place it in the stand. This makes the tree easier to control.

• Choose the right location. When looking for the right place to set up your natural tree, it's best to choose a spot that's cool and free of drafts. The tree should not be placed near heat sources, including appliances, � replaces or vents, because such heat sources create a safety hazard and can make it dif� cult for the tree to retain moisture. There should also be ample space between the top of the tree and the ceiling.

• Place some covering on the ground beneath the tree. Even a freshly cut natural tree will shed needles over the course of the holiday season. Before placing the stand in the location you've cho-sen, put some type of covering, such as a tree bag, beneath the stand so it's easier to gather all those needles once the holiday season has ended.

• Remember that natural trees are thirsty. Men and women who have never had a natural Christ-mas tree in the past might be surprised at just how thirsty natural trees get. The stand's reservoir should have lots of water, which should never dip below the stump. If the water dips below the stump, you might be forced to cut a little more off the bottom of the trunk to ensure the tree will make it through the holiday season. That can be a hassle once the tree has been decorated, so be sure to check the water in the reservoir at least once per day to maintain adequate water levels.

Annie GallantLifestyles Editor

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ANNIE GALLANTObserver Reporter

BC Hydro Power Pioneers are gifting school libraries across the province with more than 600 copies of Voices from Two Rivers, a book that chronicles the history of dam construc-tion and power generation on the Peace and Columbia rivers projects.

The story is told through those who lived and worked around the building of those projects.

Engineers, First Nations el-ders, ranchers and construction workers and their families all have a place in this narrative. The projects were engineering feats that involved tens of thou-sands of people and touched the lives of many more British Columbians with tremendous bene� ts as well as abundant challenges.

“In light of current challenges in the energy industry, this book is a great resource to under-standing regarding huge energy projects,” North Quesnel Power Pioneer Rae Daggitt said.

“So far the schools have been very pleased to receive a copy of Voices from Two Rivers.”

The projects covered in this book provide the majority of BC Hydro’s current electric-ity, power British Columbians depend on.

The book is well illustrated, with more than 120 illustra-tions, maps and photos and shares the human story be-hind implementing large-scale government policy. It is sure to interest not only British Colum-bians but communities Canada-wide that are part of similar energy projects.

The book is being distributed to libraries which serve the Grade 8 – 12 student popula-tion and provides an excellent resource to those students in their school studies.

It is the hope of the BC Hydro Power Pioneers that this book provides students important in-sights and understanding of this signi� cant era of dam construc-tion in the province, along with the impacts on the people and communities involved.

The book is dedicated by the BC Hydro Power Pioneers to the men and women whose hard work, energy and pride built the great dams on the Peace and Columbia Rivers and particularly to those who contributed their stories about those remarkable achievements in the larger story of building the province of B.C.

In addition to acquiring the book as a tangible reference, teachers can access a series of lesson plans spanning Grades 8 – 12, based on Voices from Two Rivers as a resource. Teachers are directed to Firstwave – the BC Hydro education/school programs website.

“Throughout the province, we’ve had nothing but rave reviews for this book and the lesson program,” Daggitt said.

Approximately 4,000 copies will be sold through the website www.powerpioneers.com and through Power Pioneer mem-bers with 100 per cent of the proceeds of these sales dedicated to Power Pioneers’ Miracle Million Campaign for B.C. Children’s Hospital.

Voices from Two Rivers was published in 2011 to honour B.C. Hydro’s 50th anniversary.

Voices from Two Rivers presents all sides of the story

Power Pioneers providing copies to schools with Grades 9 – 12

Top: SD28’s superintendent of schools Sue-Ellen Miller, centre, accepts copies of Voices from Two Rivers from North Cariboo Power Pioneers’ Rae Daggitt, left and Roger North; middle: again Roger North and Rae Daggitt, left and middle, present North Cariboo Christian School principal John Hegen with a copy of the book; bottom: Rae Daggitt, North Cariboo Power Pioneers book gifting coordinator holds up one of the books.Annie Gallant and contributed photos


The family of Annabelle Gutfriend are saddened to announce the passing of our Mom, Grandma and Sister on November 5th, at G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. Her warm, kind heart will be missed dearly by all. She is survived by her daughter Charolette of Quesnel, son Eugene (Ruth) of Prince George, and daughter Michelle Cunningham of Airdrie, AB. She is also survived by her brother Leonard (Cecilia) Gray and her sister Eileen Hazard, as well as her eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband Charles, Mom and Dad, Lily and George Gray, and Sister Frances Guthrie. The family laid her to rest in the Quesnel Municipal Cemetery and a service was later held at the Anglican Church of Canada St. John the Divine, with Reverend Margot Rose offi ciating. After the service a tea was held at the hall. In lieu of fl owers, those wishing to honor Ann’s life can do so with a donation to the Diabetes Society. Special thanks go out to all of the people who helped with Ann’s funeral, including Madeline Peterson and the Girl Guides who prepared and served at the tea.

We Miss You

We miss watching you do your makeup and put curlers in your

hairAnd cuddling together in your

comfy brown chairWe miss the toast and tea you

made on days when we were sickAnd the hot water bottle and

blankets to make us feel better quick

We miss weeding all your fl owers and tanning outside

And playing together for hours on the swings and the slide

We miss the Christmas dinners and the funny paper hats

And singing Johnny Appleseed, we all loved doing that

We miss reading Family Circus, Enquirer and Star

And playing Scrabble, Crib, or Canasta with you and Auntie Char

We will miss all of the greeting cards fi lled with Birthday wishesBut mostly we will miss all your

hugs and all your kissesWe love you Nanny!

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Obituary Tribute

Annabelle GutfriendNovember 5, 2012

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LIFESTYLESThe Countdown to Christmas is on!

Songs, stories and surprises – it’s every-thing you’ve come to expect from Christ-mas with the KSO. The Kamloops Symphony welcomes the KSO Chorus, KFPA Sym-phony Award Winner, Marcella Barz, and the Kamloops Sym-phony Youth String Orchestra to the stage, Dec. 15 – 16, for our annual celebration of the festive season. There are two perfor-mances for the family to choose from: Sat-urday at 7:30 pm or

Sunday at 2 p.m. Buy your tickets now for the best seats.

The program in-cludes music that in-

corporates familiar Christmas tunes and, with the participation of a hall full of enthu-siastic concert-goers, the carol sing along is always a highlight. The narrated work Scrooge is, as the name suggests, a com-bination of text from Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol, and colourful character-izations portrayed in the music. Christmas Rush is a light piece that captures the spirit of anticipation unique

to the season, while Fairytale Sleighride paints a picture of a magical sleigh ride through a fairytale wintry landscape and Bruce Dunn’s work Rejoice: A Carol Ex-cursion features the KSO Chorus.

Every year at this time, we present the Symphony Award Winner performing a solo work with the orchestra. This year, Marcella Barz will play First Rhapsody for Clarinet and Or-

chestra by Claude Debussy. Marcella studied clarinet with KSO principal clari-net, Sally Arai and is currently pursuing a music degree at UVIC.

All this and much more to warm your heart and bring you joy this Christmas.

Program and ticket information is avail-able on the website www.kamloopssym-phony.com.

Christmas with KSOLet the sounds of the season ring in classic style

KELLYVanessa and James Kelly

are proud to announce the birth of their son Korbin Daniel who was born Sept. 17, 2012 and weighed eight pounds and one ounce.

MACGOWANGrace and Mike Mac-

Gowan are very pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Talia Faith who was born Sept. 19, 2012 and weighed seven pounds and � ve ounces.

VARDYCrystal Vardy takes plea-

sure in announcing the birth of her son Thaylen Mikael William Clarence who was born Oct. 14, 2012 and weighed seven pounds and � ve ounces.

LEPETICHCourtney Trueman and

Craig Lepetich are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Autumn Eliza-bethe who was born on Oct. 16, 2012 and weighed 10 pounds and 2 ounces.

BECKMANRiley and Tyler Beckman

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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

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Obituary Tribute

Monahan; Brenda EnaNovember 26, 2012

Monahan; Brenda Ena (nee LeMarquand) passed away in Port Alberni on Monday, No-vember 26, 2012 at 70 years of age.She is survived by and will be deeply missed by her fam-ily: husband Ronald “Butch”, daughter Donna Pettyjohn (Danny), two sons Larry Mona-han (Michele) and Ronald Mo-nahan (Angela), grandchildren Shawna Pettyjohn (Stefan), Mallory Pettyjohn (Peter) and Madison and Mason Monahan, great grandchildren Scarlett and Ivy as well as her sisters Joyce Gordon (Wally) and Lorna Godlington and other relatives and friends and her beloved four legged friend and companion “Buddy”.Brenda was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who truly lived for her family. During the 30 years that they resided in Quesnel, Brenda also

shared her love with numerous foster children. There will be no service by request. Cremation has taken place. The family will gather at a later time for the scattering of her ashes. Stories and con-dolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.chapelofmemories.ca. If de-sired, donations in Brenda’s memory may be made to the SPCA, 4936 Broughton St., Port Alberni, V9Y 8R6.“We will love you forever and ever”

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More power to Matthew

Right to left: Power Pioneer Toby Cave

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Kreutzer secretary treasurer of the local branch of the Power

Pioneers presents him with the $1,000

cheque. Matthew has more than 900 hours of volunteering to his

credit.Contributed photo

MONDAYJESSE PETERS

presented by Quesnel Live Arts Dec. 17, at Chuck Mobley The-atre, 7:30 p.m. Tick-ets are $25 (adults), $20 (seniors/youth) at Bo Peep Boutique, Quesnel Music, Save-On Foods, Attitude South Salon and at the door.

TUESDAYOAPO GOLDEN

CENTRE Meeting, Dec. 11, 1:30 p.m. at Golden Centre.

FREE CHRISTMAS DINNER Dec. 25, St. John’s Anglican Church hall, all are welcome, 1 – 4 p.m., for information or to volunteer contact Reg or Eileen, 250-747-2109 or leave a mes-sage, 250-992-6152.

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NEIGHBOURBOOD ASSOC. MEET-ING Dec. 5, 7 p.m., Dragon Lake School

FOR DECEMBER ONLY, WORDSPIN-NERS MEETING Dec. 12, noon at Lynne’s as a finger food potluck, card exchange. Call 250-992-1567 for infor-mation.

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ELLA MEETS HER PRINCE, Dec. 19, 12:45 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Dec. 20 at 6:30 p.m., in Kersley Hall, admission by dona-tion.

THURSDAYQUESNEL

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY windup and organizational meeting Dec. 6, 7 p.m. in library meet-ing room. All interest-ed persons welcome. For information con-tact Maureen Mur-ray, 250-992-6298 or [email protected].

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CAN-DLELIGHT MEMO-RIAL a grief support group for parents who have suffered the death of a child, at any age or from any cause, Dec. 13, 7

p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 465 Kinchant Street, refreshments to follow, family and friends are welcome, contact persons are Fran, 250-992-3956, Kristine, 250-992-8883 or Bev, 250-992-3611.

OAPO GOLDEN CENTRE POT LUCK LUNCH, Dec. 21, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Whist at 1 p.m. For details call Golden Centre, 250-992-0090.

FRIDAYQUESNEL MS

SELF HELP GROUP MEETING, Dec. 7, 12:30 –2 p.m., C.D. Hoy room at City Hall.

LIVE MUSIC JAM NIGHT, Dec. 7, Elks Hall, 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Everyone

welcome to play, sing or listen, $3/person, RCMA members free. For information contact Russ Watson, 250-992-3452.

SATURDAYSANTA CLAUS

PARADE Dec. 8, beginning at 4:30 p.m., parade and fire-works, sponsored by Quesnel Downtown Association and the Observer.

QDHPCA Celebrate a Life, Dec. 1 – 9, Memorial Christ-mas Trees will be on display at West Park Mall. Afternoon of Remembrance is Dec. 9, 2 p.m. at Northstar Church.

HOLIDAY CRAFTS INSPIRED BY NA-TURE Dec. 8, 1 – 4 p.m.at Nature Educa-tion and Resource

Centre, West Fraser Timber Park. There’s a $2 donation for this event.

FRIENDS OF BARKERVILLE CEL-EBRATE VICTO-RIAN CHRISTMAS at the Barkerville Hotel, Dec. 8, 9, 10, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. All prices reduced, cash or cheque only.

OAPO CHRIST-MAS CRAFT SALE, Dec. 8, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tables are $10/each, to book space call 250-991-0090. Lunch available, raffle and Christmas bake table.

QUESNEL PART-NERSHIP FOR STU-DENT NUTRITION CRUISE TICKETS SALE available from any QPSN member at $20 each to win

a trip for two. Only 250 tickets to be sold. Draw date is Dec. 15, 1 p.m. at Wal-Mart. For information call 250-983-2423.

OAPO GOLDEN CENTRE CHRIST-MAS DINNER, Dec. 15, 6 p.m. Tickets $12 members, $18 non-members. For details call Golden Centre, 250-991-0090.


COMMUNITY

TOM FLETCHERBlack Press

The B.C. govern-ment is considering following the lead of Washington state and putting a toll on pipelines to fund better leak prevention and spill response programs.

Environment Minister Terry Lake announced Wednesday that the government is seeking public and industry input into a proposed new plan.

“For instance in the state of Washington, a five-cent a barrel tax is applied to the owner of the oil product received into a storage tank,” Lake said. “Four cents of that is put into an oil spill prevention account, and another one cent into oil spill response account.”

He added that this applies to the Trans Mountain pipeline that moves oil from Alberta to tanker port at Burnaby and carries on south to supply Washington state refineries. The state toll applies to all oil crossing the U.S. border.

Brenda Kenny, president of the Canadian Energy Pipelines Association, said the industry supports the concept of polluter pay.

She said B.C. already is home to 6,000 km of natural gas pipelines and another 2,500 km carrying oil and other liquids, and more safeguards are needed if that network is to grow.

Lake said the initiative is not tied to the Enbridge Northern Gateway proposal across northern B.C., or Kinder Morgan Canada’s plan to twin the Trans Mountain line.

A discussion paper has been posted on the environment ministry website at www.gov.bc.ca/env/. Lake said submissions from the public and environmental organizations will be accepted until Feb. 15.

B.C. eyes pipeline toll for spill fund Q-City Page

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

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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGDecember 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 410 Kinchant Street

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1712 and No. 1713

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1712 is for the purposes of creating a new zone designation for Lodging Use.

LODGING HOUSE means a building in which the owner or manager may supply accommodation for their family, and sleeping unit accommodation, for remuneration. It may or may not include meal service. It includes lodges for senior citizens but does not include hotels, motels, tourist accommodation, temporary shelter services, congregate housing, or bed and breakfast homes.

.4 A lodging use shall: (a) be completely enclosed within a building used for a residential use; and (b) accommodate not more than 8 boarders, provided that the owner, occupier or lessee

must reside in the same dwelling unit.(c) lodging use is only permitted in single detached dwellings only and are limited to a

maximum total of 10 residents.(d) lodging uses will use the parking formula prescribed for Convalescent home, private

hospital, rest home.Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1713 is to rezone the property civically known

as 1346 Abbott Drive, legally described as Lot 2, DL 1229, Cariboo District, Plan 22192 (shown as Subject Property “A” on the sketch map)to RS-2L to permit Lodging Use as a secondary use.

Written submissions regarding the proposed amendments may be submitted to City Hall by Wednesday December 5, 2012 to be included in the meeting agenda. Oral and written submissions will be received at the Public Hearing by registering with the Deputy Corporate Administrator prior to meeting commencement. No further information or representations from the public can be considered by City Council after the public hearing has been terminated.

The proposed amending bylaws and further information on the application may be inspected at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, B.C. V2J 7J5 between 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Telephone enquiries should be directed to the Planning Department at 250-992-2111.

Tanya Turner, City Planner (November 30, 2012)

Bids are requested from local contractors for the supply of eight (8) forty cubic yard metal containers for a monthly rental fee, plus a cost for the emptying (tipping) of such containers on a per-bin basis.

The successful bidder will be required to provide a minimum of $2 million public liability insurance, have a current City business licence, be able to provide a monthly tipping report, and enter into a signed contract with the City of Quesnel which manages the landfill site on Carson Pit Road.

Bids must be submitted on the Bid Specifications Sheet available at City Hall, the Public Works Yard or on the City’s website at www.quesnel.ca/Jobs.html

Sealed bids marked “Landfill Transfer Station Bins” must be received PRIOR TO 12:00 noon on Friday, December 7, 2012 at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all tenders, to waive defects in any bid or tender document, and to accept any tender or offer which it may consider to be in the best interest of the City. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Enquiries should be directed to Ken Coombs, Director of Public Works and Engineering at 250-992-2111.

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NOTICE is given pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act that City Council is considering amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 1662, 2009. A Public Hearing on the proposed bylaws is scheduled for December 10, 2012 commencing at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYREQUEST FOR BIDS

to Provide and Maintain Landfill Transfer Station Bins

WOULD YOU LIKE TO VOLUNTEER?

If a disaster occurs and residents are displaced from their homes and families, ESS volunteers set up a Reception Centre where evacuees can go to receive assistance. These volunteers provide services that enable evacuees to obtain food, clothing, and lodging for their immediate needs following a disaster. In addition, volunteers may provide other assistance such as pet services, medical services, and emotional support. The City provides regular meetings, courses and training exercises for ESS volunteers.

If you’re interested in helping people in their time of need - come volunteer with us!For more information contact the Emergency Social Services Director Jeff Norburn, at

250-991-7479 or 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC V2J 7J5, fax 250-992-2206, cell 250-983-3638, or email [email protected]

The Quesnel Emergency Social Services team is alwayslooking for new recruits, join us

The City of Quesnel provides a regional volunteer Emergency Social Services (ESS) Program that provides assistance to evacuees in the event of a disaster.

SportsDo you have a story?

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

sports@ quesnelobserver.com Jonas GagnonSports Reporter


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We will be collecting non-perishable for the food bank. We would also like people to think about animals & the SPCA needs wet or dry dog food, blankets, garbage bags, towels, paper towel & cleaners.

‘Roos finish road streak with a lossRescinded goals hamper ‘Roos in 6-1 loss

JONAS GAGNONObserver Reporter

Friday was a hard night for the ‘Roos.Bouncing from work over to Williams

Lake for their final away game in a month of weekends away, the ‘Roos finished the run of away games with a hard loss.

A couple disallowed goals and game-ending stumbles drowned the ‘Roos in a 6-1 loss against the division-leading Williams Lake.

“They scored and we didn’t, that’s the bottom line, but it wasn’t for lack of trying. We just weren’t rewarded for our effort,” coach Brian Kozak said.

The first period started off with a lot of back and forth, but no pay off, as both teams vied for their first goal for three quarters of the first.

It was past 16 minutes before the Stampeders would grab their first goal.

Andrew Fisher got the Stampeders on their roll after he buried his shot behind Ryan Manderson off a pass from Jassi Sangha.

The ‘Roos set out to get the point back, but the Stamps’ goalie Justin Foote was on his game, managing every shot on goal cleanly.

Three minutes later, however, the Stampeders’ Francis Johnson would collect a little more steam for the Williams Lake team, netting the Stampeders’ second goal with less than a minute left in the first.

The ‘Roos lead the Stampeders in shots on goal going out of the first, 14-10, but weren’t able to make any of those shots count.

Coming back in the second, the ‘Roos were ready to make some magic. Though they worked hard for the magic, it wouldn’t come.

Instead the Stampeders pillowed their lead with their third of the night, after David Gore put the puck behind Manderson less than a minute into the period.

The ‘Roos kept at it, including a couple breakaways that went nowhere, and a couple flubbed shots on an empty net.

Then, mid period, the ‘Roos found their groove and were promptly knocked out of it.

The referee disallowed the goal on account of a penalty call before the puck crossed the line.

Despite the setback, the ‘Roos lit out for Johnson and this time they made it stick.

Paul Girodat got the ‘Roos first and only goal at 7:45, assisted by Matt Powell.

A rumble around the halfway mark of the period had left both teams with a couple of game misconducts.

The Stampeders’ Tyler Fuller and Ryan Conlin five minute majors for fighting along with their game misconducts, while the ‘Roos’ Brayden Penner and Spencer Holmes took the same.

That bout calmed down the game through the last half of the second, without the puck finding the back of a goal through the second.

The ‘Roos continued to lead the game on shots on goal, now 25-18.

The third opened without much fanfare, goal-wise, though the playing was getting a more intense as time ticked away.

The third period stalemate continued on through the first half before the Stampeders broke it. Nathan Zurak put away the Stampeders’ fourth goal at 13:35.

The ‘Roos staged another rally, which was once again confounded by the referee. The ‘Roos had scored, but the ref insisted it was after the whistle.

The game then dissolved into more physical play, pitting the big players against each other.

Soon the physical play turned into a fight, with the Stampeders’ Brent McIsaac and the ‘Roos Justin Fulton each getting a game misconduct and a five minute major as a result.

With less than two minute left, the ‘Roos fell apart.

The Stampeders took advantage of the situation, with Francis Johnson netting a short handed goal and Jassi Sangha netting a power play goal to put the Stampeders up by five, at the game-ending score of 6-1.

The ‘Roos will be playing in front of a hometown audience this weekend for the first time in over a month and Kozak said he is looking forward to the chance to play in front of a house of ‘Roos fans once again.

The ‘Roos will be playing against Lac La Hache in an effort to close the gap between the teams and inch the ‘Roos into second place in their division.

The game starts at 7:30, this Saturday.

“It wasn’t for lack of trying. We just weren’t

rewarded for our effort,”‘Roos’ coach, Brian Kozak

Nick Tommassetti takes a shot in last Friday’s loss against the Williams Lake Stampeders

Greg Sabatino photo


Dec. 2 - Dec. 8, 2012ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20Aries, avoid taking on more than you can handle at work and home this week. When tackling tasks, don’t be afraid to ask for and accept help.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21Family and romantic endeavors may have been put aside while work issues have been at the forefront, Taurus. It is time to shift priorities.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21Gemini, there’s not much you can do to change the course of this week’s events. You might want to consider swimming with the current instead of against it.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22Cancer, overanalyzing your workload is not going to make it disappear any faster. Therefore, simply take your as-signments at face value and just get started.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23New experiences can be scary at � rst, but many times you will � nd that they are opportunities to learn and grow, Leo. Take full advantage of all opportunities this week.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22Virgo, although it seems like you have most of your � nancial woes worked out, now is not the time to get too cocky with spending. Being conservative is the way to go.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23Libra, career developments have you riding high and you’re anxious to share your news with the world. This enthusiasm can be a good catalyst for change with others.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22Scorpio, success may not come easy with a project you’re working on. But rest easy and take solace knowing you have tried things outside of your comfort zone.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21Sagittarius, avoid confrontations at all costs, as this week you will not come out victorious. Keep a low pro� le and don’t ruf� e any feathers.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20Capricorn, if you think about things too long, there’s a good chance you won’t act at all. Instead, consider your options quickly and then get going on your plans.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18Quality time spent at home or with the family has buoyed your spirits, Aquarius. The next step on your relaxation journey is to book a vacation to a warm area of the world.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20Don’t underestimate your ability to garner quite a follow-ing, Pisces. There are many people just waiting to hear what you have to say next.

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sports

It was the best of times and then quickly the worst

of times for Serenity as they played the first 30 minutes versus Bear efficiently before the walls caved in and Bear ran away with a 7-2 victory.

The TSN turning point was definitely a miscue from the Builder Tender that allowed Scott (The Streak) Davis to have a clear cut breakaway from the hash marks in, with nothing but net to shoot at.

Not wanting to be the Patrick Stefan of the FHL, Scott (The Streak) didn’t waste time dilly dallying around as his gift goal surely crumbled the

Builder resolve. From that point it

was a Bear free for all with (BIG) Bob Merta earning four assists

from the Crows Nest as (Captain) Dan Lowndes displayed a pugnacious side to score once and register a helper.

Doing a good job at keeping up with the Swanson’s was Chris (Can’t Miss) Royle

who scored a beauty as Chad (The Comet) Swanson broke out of his month long slump with two terrific tallies.

Also scoring a pair for Bear was Grant (Grizzly) Johannesen who utilized a Davey Keon backhander that would have made Harold Ballard, King Clancy and even Howie Meeker proud.

The Builders lacked the proper foundation with only two spares but Doug Mack (Truck) played like a man half his age with a goal that seemed to invigorate Jim (Great) Scott who finally scored his first of the campaign.

In the contest

between this seasons worst and first place teams, it was Fraser River who were once again the shining example of justice in their 5-2 win over the stuck in neutral Blue Collar side.

The resourceful GM crew used a lucky seven formation that featured the dynamic duo of Bruce (Wayne) Broughton and Rob (in) Weremy as D partners who played the entire contest.

As is usually the case with so much ice time, Rob (in) Weremy dominated the score sheet with a goal and two assists as Randy (Killer)

Crofts continued his hot streak with a pair of sparkling efforts and Jarett (Bowling Ball) Dumas crashed the crease for one as he also drew an assist.

With goals very hard to come by for the BCS squad it was long overdue, but finally a step in the right direction, as Colin Keis (Avenue) and (Rockin) Rod Albers both found the twine for the first and hopefully not the final time this season.

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

Steve Dodge

PAPERBACK WRITER

FHL STATSTeam Wins Losses TiesStreakFor Agst G.A.A. PointsFraser River GM 8 2 1 2W 43 242.18 17Bear Communications 7 3 1 1W 45 302.73 15Serenity Builders 3 7 1 2L 43 585.27 7Blue Collar Silv. 1 7 3 1L 24 433.91 5

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The Super League were out calling the shots once again, last Wednesday.

Karin's Deli came out strong on sheet 'A', fin-ishing 5-4 over Cariboo Pulp.

The Deli had a feast on Cariboo meat. This special will carry for the week.

The Investors were looking good in their royal blue silk jackets and were looking for revenge for their last spanking at the hands of the Harp-er boys. The found that revenge in their 7-4 vic-tory over their erstwhile tormentor.

Franks Supermarket had their way with the CDC to the tune of 7-2.

There was a small delay at the start of the game as the boys from Franks have not yet re-ceived their new 'pink' jackets. They took their frustrations out on CDC.

Billy Barker, short a player, took on A&W. The three-legged dog deep fried the root beer.

Douglas Lake didn't have much to say about their victory over JAR Transportation.

DLE nipped JAR 9-8 in an extra end. That's about it — say no more.

The action continues Wednesday night.

Cariboo showdownThe peewee rep Thunder faced off against the peewee Prince George Cougars in a double-header over the weekend. The Thunder took both games, winning the first 5-1 and the second 8-1

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Bridge Removal and Road Deactivation NoticeWest Fraser Mills Ltd., Quesnel Division, plans to remove two (2) bridges in FL A75166. This notice fulfills the commitment in our Forest Stewardship Plan, to notify the general public when restricting road access greater than 2 km in length.

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Please be advised that John Bruce Paul Ernst, is proposing to remove 618 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W0513, Located approximately 12 km southwest of Quesnel on the Ernst road.

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