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AUTUMN MacDONALD

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Arthur Topham has been arrested, his house searched and personal documentation seized after it was determined there were “reasonable grounds the offence of promotion of hatred was committed.”

“He was arrested in his car as he was leaving his property,” Topham’s

defence lawyer Doug Christie said.

“He was then incarcerated for the day (May 16) while offi cers searched his home.”

A copy of the search warrant, obtained by the Observer states:

“There are reasonable grounds for believing that the following items will afford evidence of the offences:

• Computer, laptop,

smartphone, or device that accesses the Internet and is capable of uploading and downloading information, and all their peripheral equipment, computer discs, drives or storage devices which could be used to store information; and

• Billing records, receipts and correspondence with ABC Communications and Netforms and

correspondence in the form of mail or physical documents directed to Radical Press.

The alleged offence falls under section 319(2) of the Criminal Code: Willful promotion of hatred.

“I’m not sure what group or person is the alleged victim,” Christie said, adding that information would be provided in the

indictment.“It’s all speculation

until the indictment is available.”

Christie is the founder and general counsel of the Canadian Free Speech League and is best known for defending individuals accused of racist activity.

The search warrant and arrest were executed by New Westminster Police Services, British Columbia Hate Crime Team.

Topham is prohibited from accessing the Internet, his next court appearance is Oct. 9.

“I’m not sure what group or person is the alleged victim. It’s all speculation

until the indictment is available.”

Doug Christy, defence lawyer

Hate Crime Team executes search warrant

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Softball dugout repairs requestedDANIKA M. HÉBERT

Observer Reporter

The mayor and council received

a letter of correspondence from Ken Edwards, umpire in chief of the Quesnel girls softball at Monday’s council meeting.

The letter outlined concerns Edwards has with the ball parks at West Fraser Timber Park, namely the safety of the players, after a player was struck with a softball.

“I am absolutely pleased and grateful with the condition and maintenance of our ball parks and facilities in West Fraser Timber Park,” the letter read.

Edwards continued that “recent games at the park have revealed possible safety issues that exists at Rotary Park baseball diamond.”

Of primary concern is the safety of the dugouts.

“During play, a batted ball can be hit directly into the dugout through the opening closest to home plate and strike anyone standing or seated within the

dugout,” the letter explained.

It goes on to explain the softball can also enter the dugout through the opening above the fence and below the roof of the dugout.

Since there is no caging or fencing, stray softballs are able to enter the dugout, creating a safety risk to players.

“I would like to see a gate installed in said opening closest to home plate and page wire installed in the gap below the dugout roof,” the letter read.

Edwards explained this work would have to be done on eight dugouts, but is only necessary for the opening closest to home plate.

Coun. Ed Coleman suggested the issue was not necessarily a council decision and could be handled by public works staff.

“I believe we can refer this issue back to staff and I am confi dent they’ll be able to handle it,” Coleman said.

While Coleman did not fi nd the project to be of high priority, Coun. John Brisco felt otherwise.

“I think, from the

sound of the request, there’s a sense of urgency from the safety perspective and we wouldn’t want to see someone else get hurt,” he said.

Director of Public Works, Ken Coombs noted funds for baseball diamond maintenance have been committed to fi x the roof at the Rotary Park baseball diamonds.

“Our budget is depleted, but I can see if there is anything in the reserve fund we can use to fi x it,” he explained.

Although there may be some money available to rectify the problem, Coombs is unsure it’s a wise investment at the time.

“We’ve had those dugouts for 10 years and this is the fi rst time an incident of this sort has happened,” he said.

“I’m not sure this is a repair that needs to happen right away.”

The estimated cost

of the repair to the dugouts at West Fraser Timber park is about $6,500, said Coombs.

Although this repair isn’t part of scheduled maintenance, Coombs thinks it could happen if council wanted to proceed.

“I’m confi dent, if it’s council’s wish to do this work, I could fi nd the money in the Timber Park budget,” he explained.

Coombs added the budget for West Fraser Timber Park has been used to add features to the park.

“So far this year, the improvements we’ve made are a practice back board in the tennis courts,” he explained.

“We’ve also installed benches around the playground.”

Council decided to refer the issue back to staff and have them come back to council with a report.

Check future issues of your Observer for an update.

A softball team holds

tryouts at West Fraser

Timber Park baseball

diamonds.Observer file photo

“I’m confi dent, if it’s council’s wish to do this work, I could fi nd the

money in the Timber Park budget.”Ken Coombs, director of Public Works

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Ombudsperson Carter will present the Best of Care Reports on Seniors’ Care.

WHEN: June 5 at 9:00am

WHERE: Quesnel Seniors Centre — 461 Carson Avenue

NEWS

Council adopts 2012 plan Council has

formally adopted its strategic plan for 2012 to 2014.

The plan outlines new, special and one-time initiatives, but does not outline the regular day-to-day operations of the city.

As part of the plan, council has identifi ed key areas upon which it will focus. Those areas are:

• Sustainability in all Planning

• Community Health and Safety

• Financial Stability of the Corporation

• Economic Diversifi cation

• Infrastructure Re-investment

• Environmental Stewardship

• GovernanceA more detailed

look at these areas will be provided in the city’s 2011 Annual Report, which will be released in mid-June.

Lobbying for

infrastructureThe city is

forwarding a resolution to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities regarding infrastructure reinvestment.

The FCM meet in Saskatoon June 1 – 4 for their 75th annual conference. The city’s resolution requests that the federal government be lobbied to commit to creating stable and predictable funding programs that renew the partnership with municipalities in addressing vital infrastructure needs.

Long-term

occupancyThe city and Great

Canadian Rail Tour Company (the operators of the Rocky Mountaineer) are entering into a fi ve-year licence of occupation allowing the latter to use the BC Rail Building for its tourism ventures.

While the city doesn’t own the building (it is leased from BCR Properties), it is able to sub-lease some of the space to the GCRTC.

The agreement generates roughly $8,000 per year in rental revenue, with an automatic two per cent increase built in for each year. This year marks the company’s seventh in Quesnel.

Other news• The city will

purchase a new one-ton, fl at-deck truck for its fl eet. The original estimate for the truck was $36,000.

After the bid process, a little more than $41,000 is required to purchase the vehicle. Council approved the $5,000 increase, with funds to come from the city’s equipment reserve fund.

• The city will create a new category of permissive tax exemptions for land owned by non-profi t organizations for the development of

affordable housing. Applications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

• Council recognized several employees for their years of service with the city. Candace King, Kewal Bagri, Dianah Bergeson (25 years) and Chris Schroeder (35 years) all received thanks from council for the work they do every day. Council also congratulated Dale Gunter, who has retired after 22 years of service.

• This year’s annual Prospector Car Club Show & Shine takes place Aug. 24, 25 and 26, with the downtown show scheduled for the 26th. A number of road closures are scheduled for that day, including:

• The 200 block of Reid Street, starting at the Credit Union.

• The 300 and 400 blocks of Reid Street.

• Barlow and St.

Laurent Avenues, from alley to alley on each side of Reid Street.

• The city received a “ROPE (Recognition of Performance Excellence) Award from the Provincial Airtanker Centre for excellent service provided at the airport during the 2010 fi re season.

• Council approved Doug Larsen being named to the Quesnel Community and Economic Development Board for a two-year term.

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Ombudsperson Kim Carter is joining Independent MLA Bob Simpson in the Gold Pan City to discuss her recommendations for seniors’ care with local residents. Simpson is hosting the two public forums, June 5.

Simpson invited the Ombudsperson to come to the region to present her reports and recommendations on seniors’ care and to listen to specifi c concerns from local residents.

Her 176 recommendations include creating a bill of rights for seniors in residential care facilities and ensuring that people have easy access to information about these facilities.

“Over the past few years my offi ce has seen a dramatic increase in seniors’ care issues,” Simpson said.

“The Ombudsperson has put an incredible amount of work into investigating seniors’ care in B.C., so this is an excellent opportunity

for Cariboo residents to have their voices heard.”

The forum is slated for June 5, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Quesnel Seniors’ Centre, 461 Carson Avenue.

“Seniors and their families are concerned about cost of living increases, a lack of suffi cient and appropriate home care, and assisted

living and long-term care bed shortages,” Simpson said.

“I hope people will take the time to hear what the Ombudsperson has to say about these critical issues.

“This is an important opportunity for everyone to let us know about their concerns and ideas to improve seniors’ care in the Cariboo.”

Entitled The Best of Care: Getting It Right for Seniors and British Columbia, the Ombudsperson’s reports are available online at www.ombudsman.bc.ca/seniors

Ombudsperson joining Gold Pan senior forum

“The Ombudsperson has put an incredible

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seniors’ care in B.C., so this is an excellent

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JONAS GAGNON

Observer Reporter

An eclectic group of cars and drivers stormed into town on Tuesday, on a cross-continent classic car rally.

The oldest car on hand, a Lancia Theta, rolled off the factory fl oor in 1916, which is a mere two years older than the oldest participant: naviga-tor Dorothy Caldwell.

Dorothy, along with her son Alastair, an ex-team manager for the McLaren F1 team, decided that the 13,500 km classic rally would be a great way to bond.

"I don't have much time with (Alastair) – he lives in England, I live in New Zealand – so I don't see him, normally, very much. I thought this would be a great way of seeing him," she said.

They've had plenty of time to catch up in the plush interior of the 1960's Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III that Alastair chose to take on this year’s ral-ly. A car he has a fondness for driving sideways on the competitive 'trial' sections of the rally.

While age might hold some people back, it was more of an incentive for Dorothy.

"I decided why not. What have I got to lose? I'm 94 now and if I die, that'll be ok."

She started her tour of North America a little early, driving to St. Louis for her sister's centenary.

With her living in St. Louis, it's not the fi rst time Dorothy's seen North America; it is, however, the fi rst time she's been to Canada, which she has enjoyed.

"Every bit of it's been lovely," she saidThe troop of cars heads up to Smithers next and then continues north-

ward for Anchorage.

Clockwise from top left; Roy Stephenson checking the fluids on his Nissan 240 Z;

Martin and Olivia Hunt in their Bentley 4 1/2; Richard Taylor David Pierce’s Saab

Type 96 with inventive exhaust David Roberts under his Triumph TR250 doing a

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School District No. 28 Planning for 2012-2013

The Board of Education is proud to provide Quesnel students with a quality education. In light of recent legislation the Board is committed to the following:

Class Sizes – Bill 22Maintains class size maximums of 22 students in Kindergarten, 24 students in grades 1, 2 & 3 and 30 students in grades 4 to 12. The Quesnel School District is committed to staffi ng schools below or at these class size maximums.

Learning Improvement Fund (LIF) is part of Bill 22The District will receive an additional $450,000 in September 2012 to meet student needs. The LIF will be used for additional Teachers, Education Assistants and/or resources. Decisions will be made following consultation with the Quesnel District Teachers’ Association.

School Calendar – Bill 36The District will continue to develop the school calendar in a consultative manner through the District Calendar Committee. This committee includes representatives of the QDTA, CUPE, Principals, District Parents Advisory Council and the Board. The Board is committed to gathering input from the community before setting the yearly calendar.

The District will continue to collaborate with the QDTA, CUPE, parents and the community to provide quality education for our students.

New event brings affordable entertainment to Quesnel

DANIKA M. HÉBERT

Observer Reporter

A new music event is coming to Quesnel and the River City Music Association (RCMA) is inviting everyone to get involved.

This event, put on by RCMA is intended to bring more awareness to musical talent in Quesnel.

“We are helping musicians have a voice in local affairs and we hope to work with the city to put on events and bring bigger shows to the local arena and to help showcase the need for a musician-friendly space in the multicentre,” Laurie Rathier of the RCMA explained.

One of the main focuses of the RCMA is to provide an outlet for local musicians and a place for music enthusiasts to collaborate and share their passion.

“We aim to support musical education of both the player and the audience through workshops, clinics and various instrument circles,’ Rathier said.

The RCMA is looking to build a partnership with the city to bring and promote these musical events while maintaining a low cost.

“By providing low

cost entertainment options for the public, while utilizing local halls and venues, we keep money and jobs in Quesnel and also help other worthy non-profi t organizations,” Rathier said,

“The main focus of our society is to promote music and musicianship in Quesnel and area and to help promote our city as a music destination.”

To increase the appeal of the event to people who might not have the sharpest musical ability, the RCMA is looking to provide ways to make the experience as positive as possible.

“We are working on having a song and lyric book available to increase the comfort level of some

who may hesitate to attend or participate,” Rathier explained.

Getting involved in the group is easy, as there are no requirements.

“In order to participate, all you need to do is show up,” Rathier said.

“There will be a sign-up board and musicians available to play for vocalists who perhaps don’t have a band.”

All levels of

musicians and vocalists are invited and welcome to participate in these jam sessions.

“At our last event, people played everything from country to folk to rock, both old and new and we even had the opportunity to hear some original compositions,” Rathier said.

Rathier explained RCMA is working to promote local musical talent and will be working through the summer to bring entertainment.

“Quesnel has a wealth of musical and artistic talent and the RCMA is excited to be a part of its promotion and development,” she said.

“We are working with the city to create and support a series of live music events throughout the summer, thereby fostering social ties with our community.”

In conjunction to their commitment to

provide these events at a low cost to the community, there are two ways to get into the event.

You can either purchase a one year membership to the RCMA, which costs $50 for adults, $75 for a family and $25 for seniors and students, or you can pay at the door, $3 for students and seniors and $5 otherwise.

Rathier said all ages are welcome until 9 p.m., at which point there will be a cash bar available for the rest of the evening.

To purchase a membership, contact Grant Deachman, [email protected] or through the executive members at the jam sessions.

The next jam session is scheduled for June 2 from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Elks hall.

For more information, call Rathier, 250-992-6233.

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Improving Seniors' Care

Over the past few years my offi ce has been dealing with more and more seniors' care issues. These issues include concerns about rising costs and everyday affordability, as well as the availability of adequate home care and assisted living and long-term care beds.

I support the idea of creating a Seniors' Advocate in the province to stand apart from the politics of the day and listen to and address individual complaints about seniors' issues. Much like the Representative for Children and Youth, the Advocate will advise the Legislature about how we can best address the needs of seniors now and in the future. Consultations on the establishment of this position have already begun, and you can add your voice to the discussion by emailing [email protected], or by writing:

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The seniors' issues I'm hearing about through my offi ce have also been explored in detail by the BC Ombudsperson, and they are documented in two reports on the state of seniors' care in BC. The reports are available online atwww.ombudsman.bc.ca/seniors, and they include numerous recommendations about how we can address these concerns.

I'm hosting two forums with the Ombudsperson in Quesnel and Williams Lake in order to educate everyone about seniors' care issues, and to start developing local and regional plans to improve supports for seniors. The Ombudsperson will go through her reports and recommendations and take questions from those in attendance.

The forums will be held on Tuesday June 5th, and they are open to the public.

The Quesnel forum will be held at the Seniors' Centre from 9:00 - 11:00 am.

The Williams Lake forum will be at the Pioneer Complex from 2:00 – 4:00 pm.

I hope you'll take advantage of this opportunity to have a conversation with the Ombudsperson about seniors' care. We would both like to know how you think seniors' programs can be improved in our region.


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Editor

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

OPINIONS

Tracey Roberts

Publisher/Adv. Mgr.Denise

Circulation Mgr.

Advertising Consultants: Karen Powell

Ad Designer: Lorrie Milsom

Editorial Staff: Annie Gallant - Assistant Editor, Danika Hébert - Reporter Jonas Gagnon - Sports ReporterFront Offi ce: Trina Wiebe


Are men funnier than women?

Well, their naked bodies sure are.

When I fi rst saw the nude painting of prime minister Stephen Harper circulating on the Internet I laughed, and I’m guessing that was the reaction most people had.

I’m also guessing that if the artist had painted a famous female politician in this same manner, it wouldn’t have been perceived as witty at all.

On a lark I produced a fun video exploring how much better the world would be if more artists painted presidents and prime ministers in the buff and gave examples of what that could look like.

Yet pairing up political noggins with naked bodies in Photoshop was only humorous if the subjects were male.

A fact my videographer, who was working on this

task, found distressing.“Another guy?!” Jason

groaned after about the tenth set I sent.

“Can’t you fi nd some feminine fi gures for me to work with?”

I complied and sent him a topless man in a tutu.

Knowing that wasn’t what he had in mind, I thought about this double standard.

It reminded me of the difference in reactions between male and female strippers.

I’ve seen both, and believe me, the experience doesn’t compare. When I was 20 one of the ladies was

retiring from the newspaper where we both worked and a large group of us went to “Ladies Night” at a local club.

I had no idea that some of these sophisticated women I’d looked up to would turn into wild-eyed lunatics when the male dancers started their rhythmic undress.

The hooting and hollering from the audience was accompanied by so much laughter that they quickly became more entertaining to watch than the men on stage. It would have been a completely different scene if the roles were reversed.

Whether a guy’s got a six pack or a keg for a belly, the random image of his nakedness will more than likely illicit giggles than lust.

I’m not sure why that is, except that it’s a much less common sight to see. After fi nding far less nude males on the Internet in comparison to women, I

now have proof of that.“I don’t like it,” my friend

said in response to the full monty painting of our prime minister.

I think it’s humiliating.”A portrait that Stephen

Harper never posed for and was purely based on the artist’s imagination shouldn’t be humiliating, but I tried to understand where she was coming from.

Personally, I liked it and not just because it made me laugh or because of artist Margaret Sutherland’s political statement.

I liked it because it reminded me that no matter what our position is in life, we are all just human beings and as naked and exposed as the day we were born.

Most of us just choose to wear clothes that cover that fact.

To watch my short video “Barenaked Leaders,” please visit LoriWelbourne.com.

Lori Welbourne is a Black Press syndicated columnist.

On A Brighter Note

Lori Welbourne

Political noggins and naked bodies

RespectWe are troubled by news that

Veterans Affairs Canada is downsizing its department,

due to budget cuts.Unlike the days when much of its

work dealt with the post-Second World War struggles and challenges faced by service personnel, Veterans Affairs today is seeing an infl ux of people whose experience came in such theatres as Bosnia, Rwanda, Afghanistan and various peacekeeping scenarios.For those engaged in combat roles,

their experiences might be similar to their military predecessors. Yet the understanding today of the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder and other psychological illnesses is greater than the Second World War, when struggling Canadian servicemen were pigeonholed as having “battle exhaustion.”In true military fashion, Veteran

Affairs insists that none of its clients will be left behind as a result of the cuts to offi ce personnel. The union representing the workers, voicing a predictable doom-and-gloom response, argues that veterans will begin to fall through the cracks due to projected increases in already too-large caseloads for staff and the added time it will take to process client requests. As in all labour-employer disputes, the truth probably lies somewhere in between. But the telling point in this conversation comes from the Royal Canadian Legion, which, for years, has done its best, given its limited resources, to fi ll the void in veteran support left by the federal government.They expect the next four or fi ve

years to produce more diagnosed cases of post-traumatic stress disorder than ever, a scenario which, if not addressed, could have devastating effects not only on the individuals, but their families.In a time of belt-tightening, the

federal government needs to make cuts.But no matter how it is sugar-coated

by Veterans Affairs, the decision to downsize the department’s front-line operations not only sets a dangerous precedent, it’s a slap in the face to individuals who have willingly and bravely served their country.

– Autumn MacDonald, editor

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Editor:Unbelievably, my 20 year

old niece, Madison Scott, remains missing after mysteriously disappearing on Saturday, May 28, 2011, from the Hogsback Lake forestry campsite 25 kms south of Vanderhoof, one hour west of Prince George.

She was camping with a group of young people, new found friends, from Vanderhoof.

The group was celebrating a friend’s birthday and at the end of the evening Maddy was left on her own

in her tent.Everyone else left the party

by about 4 am. Something happened between 4 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. that led to Maddy’s disappearance; foul play is suspected.

Maddy remains missing despite a vigorous and in depth RCMP investigation and ongoing efforts by family and friends.

Someone knows where she is but they have not come forward with the truth. The purpose of this letter is to appeal to all British Columbians and visitors to

be watchful for and mindful of anything suspicious as they head out into the outdoors as spring and summer approach.

Our family needs everyone’s help.

Our hearts are shattered by Maddy’sdisappearance.Further information, including photos of Maddy, can be found on fi ndmaddy.ca, madisonscott.ca or the Help Find Madison Scott Facebook page.If anyone knows anything, hears anything, sees

anything that will help bring Madison home to her family please call the Vanderhoof RCMP at 250-567-2222 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (anonymously, if needed).You can also write to Madison Scott Search, Box 1190, Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0.Thank you for helping us to fi nd Maddy and for helping to put our family back together again.

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The Quesnel and District Museum and Archives will be hosting another installment in their Heritage Speaker Series, June 8 at 7 p.m. The presentation will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 410 Kinchant Street. Admission is by donation. Author, teacher and popular historian Jay Sherwood will be re-counting the adventures of surveyor and aerial photographer Gerry Andrews. Sherwood will show many of Andrew’s remarkable photo-graphs during his presentation. His new book, Furrows in the Sky: The Adventures of Gerry Andrews, will be for sale.

Gerry Andrews was born in Winnipeg in 1903. In 1922 Andrews moved to B.C. and began his adventures as a rural school teacher. In the late 1920s he began a new career as a forester and developed an interest and skill in aerial photography. Developments in aerial photography dramatically changed forestry in B.C. and Andrews’ photographs were an important part of forest resource planning.

Andrews’s skills were also put to use dur-ing World War II. As a soldier he took high-altitude photographs which helped the Allies plan the D-Day landings. Andrews returned to B.C. in 1946 and his skills in surveying from the air landed him a job as a surveyor. In just fi ve years he became B.C.’s surveyor general, a position he held until he retired in 1968, mak-ing him the longest serving surveyor general in B.C.’s history. Andrews’ career took him throughout most of British Columbia and he made many friends on his travels. Surveyors in the fi eld looked forward to his visits because he always had a genuine interest in their work, a kind word to say and a red fl annel sock con-taining a bottle of hooch.

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• For cooler climates, consider planting some seeds in containers indoors in late winter/early spring so that children can nurture the plants over two seasons and then transplant them when the ground thaws.

• Not all plants are kid-friendly. Avoid plants with thorns or prickly parts such as cactus and roses. Believe it or not, some plants are toxic or even poisonous. A quick search on the Internet will provide you with a list of plants that could pose a health risk.

• Add a bird feeder or water feature to attract gentle wildlife to your yard. Although, be aware that bees are often attracted to hummingbird nectar as well.

• As with all outdoor activities, children should be supervised at all times when gardening. Use child appropriate gardening tools, and encourage children to wear gloves and safety gear when necessary.

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The ‘eat local’ movement started about eight years ago with consumers looking to local farm-ers with the 100- mile dietP and it has evolved into this season’s 10- pace diet because there is no better way to eat local than to grow food right in your own backyard.

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When Jason Skerratt was restoring his 1969 Dodge

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However, when he installed the rebuilt motor the thermostat leaked.

“Not surprising,” Terry said.Now Jason was dealing with

anti-freeze creating an unsightly mess and the leak was constant.

“I brought it back to Terry and together we tried various gaskets and sealants but nothing stopped the leak,” Jason said.

Jason knew Terry would mull over the problem and if there was a solution to be found, Terry would fi nd it.

“I was working on other jobs, off and on thinking about the leak and the vision of an adapter came to me,” Terry said.

About a week later, Terry called Jason and the Mopar enthusiast’s fi rst question was “did you fi nd a solution?”

Although he admitted he’d fi gured out the solution, he hadn’t fabricated the part – yet.

During lunch in June 2010, Terry handed Jason the solution: a machined, aluminum adapter with a built-in O ring.

“I knew it would work as soon as I saw it,” Jason said with a smile.

Terry explained, on a big block Dodge engine the thermostat sits on top of the water pump but the traditional design couldn’t accommodate an O ring, the solution to the leakage problem.

He then designed an adapter plate with a built-in O ring.

For Jason, this was revolutionary.

The traditional fi x with

gaskets, sealants and the like, required not only frequent replacement but also the time it takes to allow the sealant and gasket glues to dry, often upwards of 24 hours. With the new adapter, not only was it a long term fi x, but it takes only about 10 minutes to change and you’re back on the road.

Jason installed Terry’s invention and drove his Super Bee for about a year without a single leakage problem.

In surfi ng the Internet, Jason found the problem was universal and unsolved in all Dodge engines, 1978 and older.

“The bane of dodge restorers across the world,” Jason said.

“I said to Terry, ‘we’ve got to get on this.’ I prodded Terry for a long time.”

But true to Terry’s nature, he found the solution, created the part and moved on to other jobs.

Jason wouldn’t let it go and

once he agreed to get involved, Terry also saw the potential for marketing his invention.

It was somewhat daunting with fi nding a manufacturer, designing a website, fi guring out labelling and packaging and, not the least, getting the word out to Mopar restorers.

“I felt it was important that, from start to fi nish, this would be a Quesnel product,” Jason said.

“The label printing, web design and package were all done in Quesnel by Studio Grandell, but unfortunately, there wasn’t a local machine shop willing to take on the project.”

They found a manufacturer in Vancouver.

With many of the kinks worked out in their project, Terry and Jason decided to send the adapter to Richard Ehrenberg at Mopar Action magazine. They were just

looking for feedback.“We knew they had lots of

Mopar motors at their disposal so we suggested they play around with the product and see how it performed,” Jason said.

For two months they didn’t hear anything, then in January 2012 an email arrived in Terry’s inbox.

“It said an article was in the works,” Terry said.

Jason added an article is huge.“We’d have been happy with

a mention in their new parts section,” he said.

The write-up was due out in two months and the partners scrambled to be ready for their new adapter’s debut.

Once the magazine hit the stands, the fi rst adapter order was sent to Little Rock, Arkansas.

“I still get excited when I see an email ‘Notifi cation of payment received,’” Terry said.

The partners have put up world maps on the walls of Terry’s shop, with push pins identifying where their adapters have been shipped. Pins are now in Norway, Australia, U.S.A., including Hawaii and in Canada. Every day brings new e-mails.

“Finally found my leaky answer” was just one of the many responses.

Jason fi gures there were about 50 million big block engines (although the adapter also works on small block engines) built between 1958 – 1978 and of those he estimates a few million are still either on the road or salvageable. That includes farm equipment, industrial, marine and motor homes of which millions used big block Mopar engines.

“Every Dodge motor would benefi t from the adapter. Even some owners who are unwilling to admit to a leakage problem, however, are purchasing it for the look it provides, they say,” Terry added.

Although the partners expect 90 per cent of their sales will be online, Jason plans to promote the adapter at car shows and through targeted advertising.

Now, with the adapter in the marketplace, Jason is constantly picking Terry’s brain for other quirky or unique inventions that could also be marketed.

“I’ve only been around Terry for about 15 – 18 years, think of all the things I’ve missed before that,” he said with a laugh.

Because that’s what Terry does. If he needs something and it’s not available commercially, he creates it and then moves on. And that includes auto parts, tools and a host of other necessary widgets.

And who knows, his inventions, most one of a kind, could be the next great thingamajig.

Terry Flebbe, left and Jason Skerratt are marketing the Mopar thermostat adapter Terry created.Annie Gallant photo

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LIFESTYLES

Situated in southern Europe near the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, lay two ancient countries: Greece and Italy.

Each country is known for its rich history, breathtaking cathedrals, astounding architecture, awe-inspiring landscapes and remarkable beaches as well as their alluring towns, villages and city centres.

My name is Madison Roll and I am a 15 year-old attending Quesnel junior secondary school. Our school travel club is going to Greece and Italy with EF Education Tours, at the end of June, 2012.

This all came about in September 2010 while I was listening to the lunchtime announcements. I heard something about a “travel club” meeting for anyone interested in traveling to Greece and Italy for 18 days. As I tuned-out everything around me, all I could think was “Yes, where do I sign?”

It was fi rst come, fi rst served and I wasted no time.

After racing home to tell my parents about the trip and strongly emphasizing the educational benefi ts of world travel, especially Greece and Italy, they wholeheartedly agreed. Although questioning the cost, they appeared to be just as excited.

It seemed like the very next day we started our fundraising blitz.

We sold pies, poinsettias, fl ower baskets, wreaths, raffl e tickets, 50/50 tickets and water bottles. We organized bottle drives, put together a garage sale and hosted a Christmas bingo, all under the guidance and direction of our travel club leaders, Cory Hart and Brian Cullinane. Since our parents were paying for the trip, that was how we (the students) raised our own spending money.

Some of the wonderful places we will experience on this incredible journey are Athens, Isle of Hydra, Corinth, Sicily, Taormina, Mt. Etna, Palermo, Naples, Herculaneum, Rome, Assisi, Florence and Siena.

The weather promises to be hot, somewhere in the neighbourhood of 38 degrees C. This is truly a trip of a life time. But to share this experience with my two best friends, Nicole DeBlois and Paige Johnston, as well as my parents, is truly an incredible blessing. I honestly can’t think of a better way to start the summer.

As I anxiously count down the days until we depart, I look forward, with great anticipation and excitement, to all the adventures and new discoveries that await us.

We will certainly gain wisdom on how we see the world and achieve a heightened understanding of the history and modern civilizations of Southern Europe, fi rst hand.

The wait is almost over. Soon we won’t just be talking about the beauty and amazement of these two countries, it will be right in front of our eyes.

Madison Roll is a student at QJS and a member of the travel club.

Block Party on Vaughan Street.

Businesses on Vaughan Street are inviting Quesnel resi-dents to a block party on Wednesday, June 6, 12 – 3 p.m.

There will be open houses, promo-tions and giveaways, including a BBQ with free hot dogs and drinks. Live music will be provided by the River City Music Association.

“Vaughan Street is a growing business dis-trict, with three new businesses opening in the past year,” Greg Lawrence, General Manager of Com-munity Futures North Cariboo said.

“The block party will help raise the community’s aware-ness of Vaughan Street businesses while providing fun

and food for Quesnel residents.

“We look forward to seeing you on June 6.”

There are 11 busi-nesses/not for profi t organizations on Vaughan Street (close to the Twin Arenas) including: Adboom Studio, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Cariboo

Chiropractic Cen-tre, Carrie’s Custom Picture Framing, the Chamber of Com-merce, Community Futures, Janice Butler Counselling Ser-vices, Outer Limits Hair Styling, Q-Tax, Quesnel Hearing Cen-tre and Walmsley & Associates Counsel-ling Services.

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Madison Roll can hardly wait for her trip to Greece and Italy.Contributed photo

Trip of a lifetimeStudent Travel Club prepares for Europe

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe City is currently seeking to fill the following position:

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Competition No. 12-40. Closing date is June 11, 2012.

Full details are available on our website.

2012 PROPERTY TAX NOTICESProperty Tax Notices for the City of Quesnel were sent out the week of May 14. If you have not

received your notice yet, please contact us at (250) 992-2111.

Property Tax payments must be received in our office by July 3 to avoid a 10% penalty. Funds

may be paid in person at City Hall, by mail or through most financial institutions (online or in

person).

Homeowner grant forms must also be received by July 3 to avoid the 10% penalty on the

amount of the homeowner grant. Homeowner grant forms must be mailed, faxed or brought to

City Hall. If you have any questions, please call us at (250) 992-2111.

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LIFESTYLES

Breathe easy on June 6 because the City of Quesnel and BC Transit are providing FREE bus rides in honour of Clean Air Day.

Clean Air Day aims to raise aware-ness and encourage positive action on climate change issues.

Join the public transit community; with fewer vehicles on the road we can all reduce greenhouse gas emis-sions.

On Clean Air Day, begin or renew your commitment to sustainable trans-

portation; use public transit, cycle, walk, rollerblade or carpool. Not only will you save money and improve your health; you will reduce your carbon footprint.

“Taking transit is a great way for people to leave their vehicles at home and enjoy the public transit system,” Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Blair Lekstrom said.

“On Clean Air Day, people in Quesnel can ride transit for free and I hope the experience encourages them

to use transit more often.” “We are proud of our outstanding

transit system, and encourage people to make use of if, not only on Clean Air Day but every day,” Quesnel Mayor Mary Sjostrom said.

“Taking transit is a simple solution to a complex problem,” said BC Tran-sit President & CEO Manuel Achad-inha said.

For more information on transit service in Quesnel visit www.bctransit.com.

Ride the bus free in Quesnel on Clean Air Day

Bang on schedule, another volunteer slides into Shiraoi house as an old volunteer makes her way out into the vast Canadian wilderness to continue her travels.

Eri Sakamoto, the new volunteer, arrived fresh from the one of the few Canadian Me-tropolises, Toronto, early in May.

Seeking a little bit of adventure and travel, Eri left Osaka 11 months ago. Because a friend lived in Toronto, Eri decided to move there, so as not to be completely alone in a new country.

With all the international culture in the big city, Eri found herself surrounded by people who spoke her language and were of the same culture as her.

“In Toronto, it was easy because there were so many Japanese people.”

Surrounded by Japanese, she found Toronto was not too different from her hometown.

“Because it’s like Japan, it was easy to live. There was lots of Japanese food, so it was a convenient place to live.”

Coming here, however, has been a big change.“It’s totally different from Osaka,” Eri said.Here in Quesnel, without all the Japanese

people and Asian grocery stores, it’s been a bit harder for Eri. Language has been an obstacle for Eri, as sometimes she fi nds she can’t quite say exactly what she wants, but these linguistic diffi culties are part of the reason she made her way to our small town, buried in the middle of forests of pine, out of the way of many inter-national travelers.

“I came here to make myself speak English.”There have been some collateral benefi ts

to go with the extra push with her language learning.

“It’s a beautiful city,” Eri said of Quesnel. “There’s lots of greenery and nature.”A big change from the grey behemoth of

Toronto, she said.And though she misses Osaka, she is looking

forward to her time here in Quesnel learning English and enjoying nature.

Eri is returning to Japan a little earlier than planned as she recently secured a job back home.

Summer hours for the Quesnel Shiraoi House are Wednesday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m, Japanese lessons available on Wednes-day 3 – 4 p.m.

For information, call 250-992-6532 and leave a message. One of the members will get back to you.

The Quesnel/Shiraoi House is also available for rent, details available at Quesnel/Shiraoi House.

Sakamoto Eri

Yoshimi Matsuzaki and Eri Sakamoto an outing on

Dragon Lake. Diane Graham photo

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“Are You Really a Christian?”Rev. Ken Cyr

“Come and join us in our faith fi lled Service of Workship.”

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Divine Service: 10 a.m. SundaySunday School & Bible Class: 11:20 a.m.

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sports@ quesnelobserver.com Jonas GagnonSports Reporter


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Hunting the elusive Hunting the elusive sasquatchsasquatch

Clockwise from middle: Devon Swirhun takes a shot at

the infamous steel sasquatch; Lorrie Swirhun, DonD-

ee Foley and Brianne Foley were there representing

three generations of archers; Stephanie Bepple tak-

ing aim; Doug Swirhun sighting in.Jonas Gagnon photos

JONAS GAGNON

Observer Reporter

Just off Highway 97 south lies the idyllic Pioneer Park, upon which the Quesnel Archery Club de-scended, along with quite a few visitors, to silently snipe 3D targets.

Archers from all over the B.C. interior – 100 Mile, Williams Lake, Prince George and Vanderhoof – came to Pioneer Park to take part in the Outdoor 3D shoot.

Wayne Schaefer, one of the organizers of the shoot, was pleased with the attendance of the event. Going into the event, Schaefer hoped to have 80 archers attend. The numbers eclipsed Schaefer’s hope, with 103 archers taking part in the events of the week-end.

What they found when they got there was a camp kitchen set up under an open shelter, along with tents, RVs and a mess of bows, all surrounded by kilometres of pine trees with a beautiful lake just a short walk behind.

Spread throughout the forest, by the lake-side, on cutbanks, through the trees and in fi elds, markers and targets were set up on a trail system. Archers choose a place to start and followed the trail till they had hit, or at least shot at, every one of the 30 targets the archery club had set up.

The targets ranged from the believable, mountain goats and bears, to the exotic, a cobra, to the down-right weird, epitomized by the fi nal target, the steel Cariboo Sasquatch which would peel like a gong with any errant arrow that missed the soft belly or forehead and hit the hard steel of which the greater part of the target was made.

The Sasquatch wasn’t the only humourous twist on a target. Earlier on in the course, archers had to shoot through a toilet seat, into an outhouse, to hit a bear.

Other targets were less humourous. Some posed a bit of diffi culty, like the mountain goat posted up high on a cutbank that ‘extreme’ (the hardest level of shot) shooters had to hit through branches of trees. Other targets were picturesque, like the moose placed by the lake side, in a grassy fi eld.


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JONAS GAGNON

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The Kersley Horse Club came out to Alex Fraser Park to put their horses through the paces last Thursday.

The club run both pole bending and barrel racing for everyone from the little tykes in peewee to the experienced riders in the open class.

In peewee pole bending Kira Stowell rode Amber to victory, followed by Emma Langevin on Sniper.

In the open class, Wendy Braaten placed fi rst in 1D on Okie. In Debbie Roch to 2D on Stormie, while Launie Stowell took 3D on Black Jack. In 4D, Sarah Mack ran

away from the pack on Sissy. Heather Stewart managed second on Ted, while Tayler Cathcart followed on Faith.

In peewee barrel, racing Dy-son Leneve, on Pennies, was the fastest through the course, earning her the top spot. Emma Langevin was close behind on Sniper, followed by Brooklyn Glassford on Jack.

In the junior fi eld, Taylor Cherry was the lone contes-tant in 1D putting her on top on TC. In 2D Sharla Hancock took the top place on Chewy, while Tyler Cherry took second on Whisper and Tayler Cathcart took third on Faith. In 3D, two riders rounded out the fi eld, Kellie Mackenzie got fi rst on Drifter and Perri-Lynn

second on Betty. Emily bore Katelynn Olsen to fi rst in 4D.

The open barrel racing was hotly contested. Taylor Cherry took the fastest time through the barrels on TC, followed by Terry Mycock on Kirby and Ashely Sword on Mava Jo to round out the initial D. In 2D, Barb Van Halderen took fi rst on Sierra, with Darla Cork, on Breeze and Sarah Mack, on Sissy, logging the exact same time for a 2/3 tie. Terry Mycock placed again, fi rst in 3D, on Jewels. Heather Stew-art took second on Johnny, followed by Sarah Mack taking her second consecutive third. Rounding out the fi eld, Dalene Leneve took fi rst in 4D.

Barreling out of the gates Heather Stewart rounds the second barrel in last Thursday’s barrel race.

Jonas Gagnon photo

JONAS GAGNON

Observer Reporer

Despite the penetrating poten-tial, an arrow can be a delicate thing.

Just ask Dale Chapplow, a mem-ber of the Quesnel archery club, who got second at the Burnaby Canada Cup.

"One arrow cost me the gold medal," Chapplow said.

Chapplow did well the entire championship and was sitting on top of the heap deep into his last round. That was when the delicacy of his arrows came into play.

"Half way down the fl etching came off and [the arrow] dove," Chapplow said.

Before the unfortunate fl etching failure, he was on top, after the arrow he lost the gold by three points.

This wasn’t the fi rst time Chap-plow had problems with the fl etchings on his arrows, but it should be the last as the loss has convinced him to change compa-nies.

But while Chapplow fi nished in a disappointing second, Sydney Watson took a step up into the senior division, from her junior division and managed to fi nish the tournament in third.

Watson was forced to step up in competition because the Canada Cup does not have a junior divi-sion.

Despite the higher level of com-petition, Watson shot well, though Chapplow, who is Watson's coach, is sure she has potential to grow.

Due to a busy schedule, with exams at school and a host of other things on her plate, time constraints are causing some trouble.

"Her biggest problem right now is fi nding time to practice," Chap-plow said.

Scott Watson was also down in Burnaby with the archery club, but had the bad luck of meeting Chapplow in the fi rst round.

“One arrow cost methe gold medal”

Dale Chapplow, Archer

By a fl etching’s width

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May 27- June 2, 2012ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20Aries, fi nancial constraints could delay the start of a new project that you have wanted to do for quite a while. Don't fall into despair; you just may have to save a little longer.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21Taurus, learn all the facts before you get pulled into gossip. Otherwise you may become part of the problem of dissemi-nating the wrong type of information.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21Gemini, though you are naturally intuitive, this week you may have a burst of purely psychic energy that cannot be ignored. You may fi nd vivid dreams are part of the deal.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22Cancer, you are feeling very passionate and you have deep and rich emotions this week. It is all about developing an even more solid relationship with your partner.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23Don't feel tempted to give anyone a pep talk, Leo. You may just be wasting your time. The person you have in mind might not be too receptive to advice.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22Virgo, thoughts of love and romance could distract you and make it hard to do your job. Don't be tempted to spend all the time on the phone.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23You have an inherent ability to read a person's thoughts and motives, Libra. You may fi nd that people's feelings simply jump out toward you. This ability could be taxing, though.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22Emotional issues with a family member could leave you seeking an escape route, Scorpio. This may be just what you need to clear your mind and get back on track.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21Sagittarius, you are feeling less inhibited this week, which may lead to a loose tongue. Try not to offend because you aren't thinking things through but operating on impulse.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20Capricorn, stress on the job could have you thinking about quitting. But a look at your fi nances may tell you this isn't a wise idea at the time. Stick with it for a little while longer.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18Mistakes from the past could come back to haunt you, Aquarius. For a few days you may be low on self- confi -dence. Lie low if you don't trust your judgement just yet.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20Pisces, though you're usually physically active, this week you can benefi t from just taking a small break. Focus on recharging.

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WILLIAMS LAKE SALETHURSDAY MAY 24THWilliams Lake Stockyard crew were kept busy again Thursday as 400 head of cattle were aggressively marketed. Yearlings were the showcase this morning as the Dunlevy Ranch set a pace with 54 steers. The 1st group of 585 lb. Black & Red steers raced to 170.50. Their pen of 643 lb. Hereford steers realized 157.00. The Morgan Creek Ranch powerful Hereford h/c’s 395 lbs. traded to 150.00, their 548 lb. Hereford heifers traded to 153.00, their 520 lb. Hereford steers hit 167.50. Walt & Carol Foster with a top group of 648 lb. Angus Simm cross steers raced to 157.00. Paddy Scheck saw his fancy 747 lb. Red Blaze face heifers trade to 141.00. John Barkowsky had 590 lb. heifers top 151.00. Butcher cows and bulls were stronger with Alexis Creek Ranch’s top kill bulls hitting 91.50. Ken Cameron’s 1500 lb. kill cows rolled to 78.25, while Stirrup Ranch cows hit 75.25, the younger feeder & breeder cows sold to 105.00. Wolfgang Fiedler had 860 lb. heifers sell to 127.00, the 620 lb. heifers traded to 167.00. The Springfi eld Ranch 1227 lb. butcher cows rolled to 79.75, their heavy 1410 lb. cows traded to 78.50. Gordon & Linda Watts had 1385 lb. butcher cows to 77.50. * Just a reminder the next Williams Lake Cattle Sale is Thursday June 21st. Horse Sale and Cattle sale are combined. Get ready for some of Wilf’s powerful Ranch Equipment Auctions.

June 9th is the Shorty Schumacher Sale in Quesnel.

June 16th the huge 83 Mile Museum Antique Auction at 83 Mile House.

Laws left hanging as legislature adjournsTOM FLETCHER

Black Press

A dozen bills are being pushed through with minimal debate in the last two days of the B.C. legislature’s spring session and four more will be left in limbo until the B.C. Liberal government decides whether to proceed with a scheduled fall session.

B.C. Liberal house leader Rich Coleman moved Wednesday to divide up the remaining time left to debate a stack of legislation tabled by government ministers in recent weeks.

Bills receiving less than an hour of additional scrutiny include changes to ferry legislation, new penalty provisions for transit fare evasion, changes to support harsher roadside penalties for suspected impaired drivers, the establishment of a

Family Day holiday and the reinstatement of the provincial sales tax (PST).

NDP house leader John Horgan said complicated issues such as sales tax transition for new home sales can’t possibly be understood in the 30 minutes allowed for debate.

The B.C. Liberals have “completely and utterly botched” this legislative session, with 15 bills presented with only eight sitting days left, Horgan said.

Coleman and Finance Minister Kevin Falcon have previously said the late fl ood of legislation was caused partly by the staff time required to dismantle the harmonized sales tax, set to end next spring.

The legislative logjam prompted the government to open a third chamber in a committee

room, holding three simultaneous debates for the fi rst time in B.C. history.

Coleman said the NDP opposition wasted hours of debate time speaking to legislation that they ended up supporting and opposing the use of a third debate chamber.

“If they hadn’t spent three days talking about the HST when the PST

bill was the one they were supposed to be debating and given us leave to do the third house, all the work would have got done,” Coleman said.

The four bills not passed in the spring session include a restructuring of

ambulance services, and regulatory changes affecting disease reporting on farms. Another bill left in limbo would modernize movie regulations and the fourth makes changes to water use in oil and gas drilling.

The B.C. legislature adjourns Thursday after a late rush of legislation presented

by the government.Canadian Press pool photo


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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.

Millar Western is an Alberta-based forest products company, committed to the sustainability of our business, resources and communities. We offer a competitive wage and benefi ts program and exciting career development opportunities within a collaborative and respectful work environment.

Our Corporate Services Group is now recruiting:

WOOD PRODUCTS CONTROLLERReporting to the Corporate Controller and working out of our Whitecourt offi ce, the successful candidate will be an integral part of the senior leadership team overseeing our wood products operations. The incumbent will be responsible for preparing annual budgets and operating plans, fi nancial analysis and forecasting in support of our lumber and woodlands operations throughout the company.

Qualifi ed applicants will have a formal accounting designation, coupled with several years of progressively more senior, forestry-related experience. A proven track record in continuous improvement and performance management is essential. Applicants also should have strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system would be an asset.

This position is located in the town of Whitecourt, a vibrant community 170 kilometres northwest of Edmonton, offering excellent housing, educational and recreational opportunities.

Qualifi ed and interested candidates should e-mail a current resume and cover letter to [email protected] or fax their credentials, in confi dence, to (780) 486-8282, attention Human Resources.

CLOSING DATE: JUNE 14, 2012

Millar Western is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants in advance; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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Competition 1110 – Part-time Support Worker (Grade K/1)

NCCS is seeking a part-time Support Worker to work three afternoons a week to assist the full time K/1 teacher.

Competition 1111 – Temporary Teacher (Grade 4/5)NCCS is seeking a full-time temporary teacher to cover the remainder of a maternity leave until February 10, 2013.

Competition 1112 – Part-Time Temporary Teacher A part-time (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) temporary Teacher is required to teach Grades 6-9 Science, Math and Phys Ed beginning September to cover for a medical leave.

Competition 1113 – Teachers-On Call NCCS is seeking teachers for Kindergarten to Grade 9 on a casual basis effective immediately and available for the 2012-2013 school year.

Competition 1114 – Bus Driver (Casual)The school is seeking a casual Bus Driver to take on the responsibility of safely transporting our students to and from school, to off site extra curricular activities and eld trips.

We are currently hiring for September and the 2012-2013 school year. All competitions will remain open until lled. Teachers must be certi ed through the Teachers

Regulation Branch of the BC Ministry of Education. All staff must be willing to sign a Statement of Faith, and have a heart dedicated to Christian Education. Quoting the competition number in the subject line, please submit your cover letter and resume of quali cations and experience by email to Mr. John Hengen, Principal, [email protected]. Complete job descriptions can be provided through our of ce. For more information about our school please visit our website at www.nccschool.ca.

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Investors Group in Quesnel is expanding and currently has an opening for two fi nancial advisor positions. Investors Group offers industry leading training and mentoring and the advantage of a fl exible schedule and exceptional income potential. For further information please contact Bob Piderman at 250-392-2637 [email protected]

This is a full-time opportunity to establish a variable-income and self-employed business in association with Investors Group Financial Services Inc.

Are you energetic, organized and dedicated?Quesnel Downtown Association is hiring a

permanent part-time offi ce manager/events planner. Approx. 20 hours/week.

Please drop off your resume at 339 Reid St. between 9 am - noon, Tuesday - Friday.

Closing date June 8, 2012.

West Fraser Mills Ltd.

Relief/Casual LPN Positionavailable in a medical/health service offi ce. Some travel required. Computer experience necessary.

Send resumes attention:

West Fraser Mills Ltd.Medical Health Services1250 Brownmiller Rd. • Quesnel, B.C. • V2J 6P5 or fax to 250-992-0802.

Box 4243 Quesnel V2J 3J3

250-992-6363

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Employment

Help WantedFront desk, House Keeper & PT Breakfast Attendant want-ed for Quality Inn. (Nee:Talis-man Inn) 753 Front St. Apply in person with resume.

Employment

Help WantedFull & part time delivery driver needed. Apply with resume in person at Golden Bamboo Restaurant 130 Barlow Ave. No phone calls.

Employment

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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Receptionist Needed - Satur-days & Relief Time. Must b-e competent with computers in-cluding EXCEL & WORD. Drop resume off at North Cariboo Realty, 441 Kin-chant St. Quesnel or fax to (250)992-2240

Trades, Technical

Employment

Help WantedP & D LOGGING Operations in Grand Forks BC is looking an experienced Feller Bun-cherman, as well as Experi-

enced Lim-mit Processor Operator plus Logging Truck Mechanic/Welder all posi-tions are F/T with Benefi ts. call Gerry 250-469-1695 or Dan 250-469-1694 after 6 pm. Or email Resume to:

[email protected].

STRUCTURLAM PRODUCTS Ltd., 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] Housekeeping Staff June-Sept/Oct at the White Cap Motor Inn in Wells, BC. Must be capable and in good health, honest, hard working, conscientious, reliable, $13/hr. Shared accommodation available. Call (250)994-3489 email resume to: [email protected]

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Employment

Help WantedT-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Heavy Duty Me-chanic. Position comes with a competitive benefi t package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502. Email:[email protected] mini-storage assis-tance manager, approx 10-12 hrs a mo. Email resume & cell# to [email protected] invite you to apply in per-son for the position of part-time store clerk/sorter. Pls submit your resume to Came-ron Schiltz, Thrift Store Man-ager. Applications close on June 1,2012 @ 4 pm. Only those considered for an inter-view will be contacted. Thank you, God bless.Welder/Fabricator for busy Quesnel shop needed ASAP. Steel/Aluminum Welding/Fab-ricating experience min. 1 yr. APPLY BY EMAIL ONLY!! q u e s n e l o f f i c e @ s h a w -cable.com Wages to be nego-tiated depending on experi-ence - References required.

LabourersEXPERIENCED mine staff needed 25 minutes North of Quesnel on the Cotton Wood. Heavy machinery experience an asset Please email with re-sume [email protected]

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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Professional/Management

DL Baker Construction Cana-da is looking for Project Engi-neer in Kitimat, BC, Canada. The Project Engineer will pos-sess competency in the follow-ign areas in order to perform his/her role in a safe, produc-tive, and effective manner -Oversees the Administration of Contract (Accepted Bid Pack-age) and Information Manage-ment - Assists with Project Ad-ministration and Cash Flow -Ensures a safe work environe-ment - Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; or 2 to 4 years related experi-ence and/or training; or equiva-lent combination of education and experience - Ability to work in a team environment -Ability to defi ne problems, gather da-ta, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Send Resume to: [email protected]

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DL Baker Construction Cana-da is looking for QAQC Man-ager in Kitimat, BC, Canada.The QA QC Manager will haveknowledge in the following: -Responsible for all inspectionactivities - Assign qualifi ed in-spection and test personnel toperform their applicable quality -related activities - Responsiblefor review and approval of test controls and test results, in-spection records and weldinginspections. - Document non-conformances - Bachelor’s de-gree in an engineering, scien-tifi c, or construction-relateddiscipline from four-year col-lege or university; or 2 to 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent com-bination of education and ex-perience in the civil discipline -Knowledge of construction prac-tices (i.e., formwork, rebar, con-crete placing, etc) is preferred-Demonstrated skill and knowl-edge with applicable Qualitycodes. - Must have knowledgeof the general structure of quality assurance programs,especially of inspection and testing procedures under those programs. Please send resumeto [email protected]

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

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Competition 1110 – Part-time Support Worker (Grade K/1)

NCCS is seeking a part-time Support Worker to work 10 hours per week to assist the full time K/1 teacher.

Competition 1111 – Temporary Teacher (Grade 4/5)NCCS is seeking a full-time temporary teacher to cover the remainder of a maternity leave until February 10, 2013.

Competition 1112 – Part-Time Temporary Teacher A part-time (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) temporary Teacher is required to teach Grades 6-9 Science, Math and Phys Ed beginning September to cover for a medical leave.

Competition 1113 – Teachers-On Call NCCS is seeking teachers for Kindergarten to Grade 9 on a casual basis effective immediately and available for the 2012-2013 school year.

Competition 1114 – Bus Driver (Casual)The school is seeking a casual Bus Driver to take on the responsibility of safely transporting our students to and from school, to off site extra curricular activities and eld trips.

We are currently hiring for September and the 2012-2013 school year. All competitions will remain open until lled. Teachers must be certi ed through the Teachers

Regulation Branch of the BC Ministry of Education. All staff must be willing to sign a Statement of Faith, and have a heart dedicated to Christian Education. Quoting the competition number in the subject line, please submit your cover letter and resume of quali cations and experience by email to Mr. John Hengen, Principal, [email protected]. Complete job descriptions can be provided through our of ce. For more information about our school please visit our website at www.nccschool.ca.

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Centre City Realty

Each Of ce Independently Owned and Operated

BOB GRANHOLM

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Horse properties for you!!

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Sarah Honey

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NEW LOCATION

AUTUMN MacDONALD

Observer Reporter

With more than 600

bears destroyed in B.C.

last year, Quesnel conser-

vation offi cers are remind-

ing residents about the re-

vised Wildlife Act.

A project, initiated last

year, incorporated enforce-

ment personnel inspecting

known areas of bear at-

tractants.

“It is believed this pre-

ventative approach will

reduce the number of

human/bear confl icts as-

sociated with waste at-

tractants,” conservation

offi cer, Cariboo–Chilcotin

Zone, Ryane McIntyre

said. Last year, more than 280

inspections resulted in an

effective bear awareness

campaign and a reduction

in human/wildlife confl ict

in the Gold Pan City.

As occurred in 2011, in

mid July, Forests, Lands

and Natural Resource Op-

erations (FLNRO) compli-

ance and enforcement per-

sonnel attended the West

Quesnel, Abbott Heights

and Johnston subdivisions

to inspect locations where

quantities of food attrac-

tants would normally be

stored or contained (eg.

waste bins associated to

restaurants, grocery stores,

hotels and multiple resi-

dent dwellings.)

During those visits, resi-

dents were interviewed

about the level of bear ac-

tivity in their neighbour-

hoods.“In addition to conduct-

ing the inspections the FL-

NRO personnel also pro-

vide bear smart education/

information on how to re-

duce/prevent such occur-

rences,” McIntyre said.

“If there is evidence bear

visitation has occurred,

conservation offi cers will

bring such to the imme-

diate attention of persons

responsible. Follow up

response can include ad-

visory letters, warnings,

or other appropriate ac-

tions.”McIntyre explained

where there is waste likely

to attract bears, conser-

vation offi cers direct the

person/s responsible to

mitigate the issue.

“Where direction has

been provided previously

and it is observed direc-

tions have not been un-

dertaken, response can

also include a Dangerous

Wildlife Protection Order

(DWPO) pursuant to the

Wildlife Act, requiring the

person/company respon-

sible to take necessary ac-

tion described to mitigate

the attractant issue,” she

said.When a DWPO is issued,

a follow-up inspection

occurs to ensure compli-

ance. If non-compliance

is subsequently detected,

enforcement action may

occur which could include

the issuance of a ticket or

charges.

Attractant means any of

the following:

• Food or food waste,

compost or other waste or

garbage that could attract

dangerous wildlife;

• A carcass or part of a

carcass of an animal or

fi sh, or other meat;

• Any other substance or

thing prescribed by regu-

lation of the minister;

A breach of this new law

may result in either a $230

or $345 penalty by way of

violation ticket.

Exemptions include law-

ful hunting/trapping, farm-

ing and municipal waste

storage.

McIntyre said the public

is encouraged to report hu-

man wildlife confl icts that

threaten public safety or

result in signifi cant prop-

erty damage by calling the

Report All Poachers and

Polluters (RAPP), 1-877-

952-7277 (RAPP) or visit,

www.rapp.bc.ca.

Public responsible for reducing bear attractants

Dusting it up

Brayden Roch uses all

his hands and other

body parts to secure

the rope on the calf

during Quesnel High

School Rodeo last

weekend. For more

coverage see Wednes-

day’s Observer or

check online at www.

quesnelobserver.com.

Karen Powell photo

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Quiet. Secure. Clean.Seniors and families

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Call Shawna

250•992•7868Members of Crime Free Multi-Housing ProgramReferences required.



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355 St. Laurent Ave.QUESNEL REALTY

Randy Derrick250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

GREAT VALUE IN RED BLUFF

Lovely 3 bdrm family home on .5 ac. Nice & bright w/spacious kitchen & dining room. Large enclosed deck/sunroom, fenced back yard, 22x30 carport. Just $179,900. #3801

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SOUTHILLS CHARMER

Beautiful 4 bdrm, 3 bath executive home. Hardwood fl oors, oak kitchen w/bay window nook and adjoining family room. Freshly painted, fenced yard, RV parking. $309,900. #3804

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Randy Derrick250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

WHAT A VIEW!

Enjoy a spectacular view of Dragon Lake from the deck of this beautiful 4 bdrm executive home. Lovely kitchen w/teak cupbards, 2 F/P’s, hot tub, sauna, shop, newer fl ooring & paint. $259,900. #3743


Randy Derrick250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

ONE OF A KIND

Stunning custom built executive home with all the extras. 9’ ceilings, hardwood fl oors, central A/C, 4 bdrm, 4 baths. Beautiful rock work in & out. $409,900. #3721


Randy Derrick250-992-6028 • 250-992-7202

LOADS OF POTENTIAL

Great 2 bdrm home close to schools & shopping. Remodelled bath, lg L/R, newer furnace, fenced yard & shop. Full bsmt has suite potential. $109,900. #3189


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE

Application for a Permit Amendment Under The Provisions of the Environmental Management Act

I, Ross MacLean, General Manager of Gibraltar Mines Ltd., PO Box 130 McLeese Lake, BC, V0L 1P0, intend to submit this amendment application to the Director to amend Permit PE-416, issued July 13, 1971 and last amended April 29, 2011 which authorizes the discharge of effl uent to the Fraser River and the Gibraltar East Pit and tailings from a copper-molybdenum mine and mill complex to a tailings storage facility.

The land upon which the facility is situated is DL3728 (PID – 015-074-994), located near McLeese Lake, BC, within the Cuisson and Beedy Creek watersheds. The land upon which the discharge occurs is mineral claims HY 5 and HY 9-16 and Mining Leases described as Lot 3596, 3597, 3601, 3602, 3705, and 3706 within the Cariboo Mining Division located near McLeese Lake, within the Cuisson Creek watershed.

Tailings from the mill complex is directed into the tailings storage facility (TSF) and is contained in part by the East Saddle Dam (ESAD) which is an earthfi ll structure originally constructed in two stages between 1985 and 1986 at the easternmost end of the TSF. Seepage of water through the dam discharges to the environment via a natural wetland located adjacent to the dam and Gibraltar has been monitoring this seepage for a number of years and submitting the data to the Ministry. Although the discharge is not directly authorized in Permit PE-416, the Ministry of Environment provided authorization to bypass the works in PE-416 until August 31, 2012. Gibraltar is applying to amend PE-416 to authorize the discharge of seepage to Arbuthnot Creek.

Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed amendment and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant, with a copy to the Regional Manager, Environmental Protection at Ste. 400 – 640 Borland Street, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 4T1. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record.

Dated this 27th day of May, 2012. _______________________________

Contact person: Todd Wambolt, Senior Environmental Engineer Telephone No.: (250) 992-1800 Ext. 359

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Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

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Commercial/Industrial

1375 SQ FT Commercial Space for Lease - Anderson Mall(Located next to Gold Pan City Dance) - West Village. Call (250)983-9938Refreshed & Modernized Downtown Offi ce Space Available. Suitable for Mas-sage Therapist, Counselor, Nutritionist or similar vocation. Contact Dr. Michael Duperron, Chiropractor, 274 Reid St. Quesnel, BC (250)992-5110TWO COMMERCIAL Spaces Available NOW - Prime down-town Quesnel, BC; #1 - 1100sf, new roof, former eat-ery; #2 - 2300sf, offi ces. Email [email protected] or call 604-731-8389

Duplex / 4 PlexNorth Quesnel- 1 bdrm unit in 4 plex, 650 sq ft. N/S New building owner avail now. $600/mo + Utilities/ w/lease call 250-255-7647N Quesnel 2Bdrm suite in 4Plex. Walking distance to all amenities. Ideal for older or working couple. Private drive & entrance. Avail. immediate-ly. Call (250)992-5796

Homes for Rent2Bdrm. executive Chalet on 165 acres in Kersley. Price to include Hydro, Bell Express View, snow removal & storage in shop. $950/mo. Bring a horse $1100/mo. 747-39722 HOMES for Rent! Both available July 1st. Each home has 5+ Bdrms, 2 baths, fenced yard. One in Johnston Sub, other in North Quesnel. N/S, Ref’s Req’d, $1200/mth each + utilities. (250) 983-8715Need Cash today? Ca$h Fac-tory Loans offers payday loans up to $1,000 using employ-ment, CTB, EI or Pension, or Collateral Loans up to $10,000 using almost any vehicle! In the West Park Mall or (250)992-7070.

Recreation1995 Snow Villa Ltd

35 ft 5th Wheel2 slides, sleeps 4,

central vac., entertainment center, air, loads of storage,

awning, fully loaded Stored inside in winter.

5th Wheel Only - $20,000(Truck avbl for purchase)

(250)992-6033

Suites, Lower1 Bdrm bsmt suite near west park mall utilities inc, N/S, N/P, Ref required $475.00/mo call 250-992-8715

Rentals

Suites, LowerNorth Quesnel - Bright 1 bdrm bsmt suite, utilities included, w/d, $550/mo. (250)992-2362

Townhouses

FOR RENTIN QUESNEL3 bdrm. / 2 level / fresh paintQuiet family twnhouses.

Close to schools & shops.From $525/mth.

Call Tim at 992-7748

Transportation

Cars - Domestic1996 MUSTANG CON-VERTIBLE V6. 154,000km. White / beige top. 16” Eagle mags. Second set of rims. Winter stored, heated garage. $4,100. 250.992.7108

2005 Pontiac Grand Prix Sedan $7,500

PW, PL, PB, PS, A/C, CD/Radio

3.8L V6, Auto, Clean & driven by Senior - Estate

Sale! (250)992-3300

For Sale $500 1988 4 Door Honda Accord

- Power windows & locks - power sunroof - sports pop-up headlights - CD player - 4 Cylinder - white with tan in-terior - needs body work/ good project car - great on gas - good to /from work car- Motor & Transmission re-placed - runs great - No ac-cidents call 250-992-5532

Cars - Sports & Imports

1998 Honda Civic

158,000 km’s, A1 Condition! Comes with extra set of tires

on rims, Yakima roof rack with car top box & bike carri-

er. Fantastic gas mileage. Great grad gift!

Call (250)255-4017$4,800

Motorcycles2006 VTX1300 S/R HONDA MOTORCYCLE 17,600 km, in very good cond. $5900.00 OBO call 250-992-7927

Transportation

Recreational/Sale1983 Ford Citation Motorhome

Class C, 24’, Queen bed, Double bed & 2 Bunk beds, 3 way fridge, stove with ov-en, furnace. 132,000 km.

New front tires, roof top A/C, CD player, big steel box on

back for “camping stuff”. Equipped to tow. 4 piece

bathroom. Great condition. Ready to go. $7,900

(250)992-5440 after 5pm

1994 Slumber Queen 23.5’ Fifth Wheel, $7,500

Great light trailer with recent H.D. axles installed /c spring over axle. Full load /c A/C, forced air furnace, large

fridge, 4 burner stove /c ov-en, water heater, heated

fresh, grey & black holding tanks, microwave, electric

front jacks, great fl oor plan /c kitchen at rear, lots of stor-

age through out unit. (250)992-3300 Quesnel, BC

2002 Trail Lite19’ Bantam

Like New! Expandable$10,000 OBO.

Call (250)992-5705

Trucks & Vans

1994 3/4 Ton Ford XLT

2 Wheel Drive, 106,000 km, 7.3 Turbo Diesel, New Tires, Power Windows/Locks, Ra-dio/Cassette, Firestone Air Bags, Trailer brake control-ler, super clean/no rust, Summer use only, Complete with 10 Ft. camper.Camper Features: 4 burner stove/oven & range hood, 3 way fridge & freezer, huge skylight, toilet/sink/shower combo, auto furnace, super clean with lots of storage.

$15,500 obo.Call 747-4475 or 747-4591

for more details.


Transportation

Trucks & Vans1997 Chevrolet Venture

All New Tirenza Tires , All seats removable , 7 pass-

van . V6-Exc. gas mileage , very clean 220 kms.Me-

chanically inspected $2,990.00

call 250-255-4509

Boats

10 Ft. Fishcat Pontoon Boat

1.2 HP Gas OutboardPullout standup deck, elevat-

ed stripping basket, Rod holders, large rear metal car-

rying deck. 3 years old. Mint condition. $650.00

Call (250)747-0200

Older 14’ boat and trailer 2-18 hp Johnson motors $950.00 call 250-747-4745

Titan Airdeck Infl atable Boat 10 ft. Comes with oars, hand pump & 2 infl atable life vests, and fi shing tackle. $1500 obo.

Call (250)747-3300

Legal

Legal Notices

Notice to remove private land from Woodlot

Licence W0538Please be advised that Nancy Luy is proposing to remove 269.3 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W0538 located in the vicinity of Hill Road, south of Quesnel, B.C.Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Cariboo Forest Consultants Ltd., PO Box 4629, Quesnel, BC, V2J 3J8, Attn: Steven Curtis, R.P.F. by June 18, 2012.Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to.Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Steven Curtis, R.P.F. at 250-747-4382.

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YOUTH ZONE

Eleven months is a long time to be away from your

family when you’re 17. When, in October 2011, I fi rst fi lled out the applica-tion form that a teacher at school was handing out, I didn’t seriously think I would make the cut. I casually mentioned that I was applying for a year abroad to my parents, without much thought. I only briefl y discussed it with my boyfriend. Our fi rst interview with the Rotary Club of Quesnel sent my dreams soaring to new heights. I was the only person in Quesnel to have applied. I had excellent grades at school. I was involved in the com-munity and I was asked the question – what coun-try did I want to spend my grade 12 year in?

My dad was so proud. Mom said her baby was leaving the nest and mourned a little. My brother claimed I was abandoning him. My friends were just as shocked as I was, and my boyfriend... well, he unhappily agreed to download Skype and be at the airport. A ten plus page document and three months later, I learned that I was headed to the Loire-Atlantic region of France, on the threshold of Brittany. A weekend in Squamish with the other Outbound BC kids and the Inbound international visitors of the 2010-2011 school year taught me about travelling safely, handling modern commu-nication and homesick-ness, the importance of being an ambassador, and prepared my parents in some small way to accept the biggest change the ex-change causes: they were sending out a teenager, and they will get back an adult.

The Rotary Youth Exchange is a three year cycle. The fi rst year is the preparation stage, followed by the year abroad, and the reintegra-tion stage. My fi rst year tumbled over piles of paperwork, visa bureau-cracy, insurance night-mares, hours of packing, and fi nally ended, on Aug. 23, 2011 at the Vancouver airport. My family, my best friend, and my boy-friend were there to see

me off. I stepped onto a plane and 11 hours later in Paris’ Charles deGaulle airport, where the real journey began.

It’s sometimes said the exchange is not a year in a life, but a life in a year. During my year, I am to live with four different families in four different towns, and at-tend a private Catholic school all year in a fi fth town. We don’t have uniforms, but there is a strict dress code. The fi rst time I wanted to wear my little North American shorts to school, my host mother told me to put opaque leggings underneath. Flip fl ops are not al-lowed anywhere but the beach. No baggy hood-ies outside the house. Running shoes at school are considered a fashion crime, but I refuse to this day to give up my hiking boots. Hats are not allowed in the classroom, no matter how poorly the heating system works.

The fi rst months are referred to as the ‘’honey-moon’’ stage. Everything is new and wonderful and exciting. My fi rst fam-ily, with two parents and two preteen boys, took me on vacation for the two weeks before school started. I went surfi ng for my fi rst time. I got nick-named Polar Bear after I followed the wet suit-clad French into the ocean in my bikini. I sampled frog legs, foie gras (fat duck liver), saucisses, galettes (paper thin buckwheat pancakes eaten with eggs, cheese, and ham), shell fi sh, and other regional specialities. Brittany has a very rich culture, stem-ming from a unique and independent history. The street signs in Brittany are written in two languages (French and Breton), and it has the only free highways in France. Its’ separatist groups remind me a tad bit of Quebec.

When school started in mid-September, I had my fi rst big shock. School starts at 8:05 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. for high school students. We have up to eight subjects a day. The school system struc-ture in France includes maternelle (ages 2-5), pri-maire (6-10), college (11-

14), and then our 3-year equivalent of senior high, lycée. In lycée, students take one year of general studies, and then choose a section: literature, science, or economics. The sub-jects they take are almost all mandatory and depend on their chosen section. I am spending my year in Terminal Littérature, our equivalent of Grade 12. History, geography, philosophy, literature, English, a third language, and physical education are among our mandatory courses. Twice during the year we suffer through a week of practise exams (the Bac Blanc), in prepa-ration for the dreaded Baccalauréat: a week of exams to get a French high school diploma. Each exam is a painful three to four hours long. I chose to write the practice exams, although I will not be writing the fi nals.

October was one of the biggest months in my exchange. It was a little as if, within two weeks, I plunged straight into the culture shock stage up to my eyebrows. It was a bumpy ride with my host family, while I encountered strange rules about where I could and couldn’t go in the house,

what I could and couldn’t eat for breakfast (‘’Left-overs? Sacrilege!’’) and why missing the school bus was a crime against humanity. My younger host brothers, adorable as they are, taught me everything about patience I will ever need to know in life. My host mother was about as sensitive to my moods as a barometer, which I discovered is not necessarily a good thing. To their great relief as well as mine, I had other activities to get me out of the house now and then. I joined the French marine scouts as a leader, I spend one glorious weekend at Mont Saint Michel with 200 other exchange students and my Ro-tary counsellor took me travelling for a week in the beautiful Loire valley. Upon my return, my host family pulled me out of school for fi ve days at a water park resort called CenterParcs. Relations were a little easier after-wards for a while, but not always easy. That fi rst family, who taught me the dos and don’ts of French culture and rode out the adjustment storm with me, will stay in my heart forever. When I had to move to a new fam-

ily after the Christmas vacation, I didn’t want to leave what I came to consider my new home. Nevertheless, after a week on the road with a Rotarian, we dropped by to pick up my (origi-nally two, now fi ve) suitcases and headed off to meet my new parents. The following month of January can be sum-marized in two words: exams, and sales. My new sister taught me the joys and sorrows of shopping during the nation-wide six week sales, and I had to get rid of some of my old clothes.

February, the height of Brittany’s winter, was a slow month. I visited a homesick American student in another province one weekend, to give her a little sup-port. It was an interest-ing experience for me, because I got to witness fi rsthand how different students live different relationships with their hosts. My friend, who I had thought was very

much like me, was miser-able with her host family as she failed to communi-cate at all with them and felt alienated by her host mother. After three days in their home, I managed to build a relationship with her host parents and had a long conversation with her host mother about her feelings to-wards her young Ameri-can guest. We learned that her upbringing had forbidden strangers in her home, and that she was extremely uncomfortable and did not know how to react to the situation. The fact that I was able to get close to these people where my friend had failed, opened my eyes to how certain personalities or closed minds can clash. My American friend man-aged to rebuild her burnt bridges, and I went home feeling a little wiser.

My second host fam-ily did few activities together, and the evenings were often long for me. I learned to love my pampered sister as I love my two brothers from my fi rst family, and I started giving her English lessons after school. We had an-other school vacation; up until May, we have had a

two week break every six weeks, perhaps to make up for our nine hour school days. I was more than a little disappointed when plans for a ski trip to the Alps fl opped, and we spent the vacation on our couch.

March, on the other hand, was stuffed full of travels and activities and we were blessed with an early summer. I accom-panied my hosts to a huge international fair up North, where I saw more cheese, bread and sausage than a French person could eat in a lifetime. I spent two weekends with my scouts and I went sail-ing for my second time, this time being the skipper of my boat. At the end of the month, I hopped on a train and took off for the long-awaited Journées Rotariennes de la Jeunesse: three days, 430 students from 31 countries, nestled at the foot of the French Alps in the town of Annecy for a lot of national anthems and patriotic moments. It was a relief to fi nally see mountains again. We spent a day on the crystal-line Annecy Lake, fol-lowed by group photos of each nationality. I learned that there are about 20-odd Canadians in France this year, and our group photos are fl aming with red blazers, waving fl ags, maple leaf stickers, and Olympic gloves. I even managed a maple leaf-shaped sun burn on my cheek, thanks to a wash-off tattoo. The picture some sneaky photogra-pher took of me crowd surfi ng at the Rotary party that night with my face a nice patriotic red was somewhat humbling.

April tumbled in equally busy. Hardly a week after my adventures in the Alps, I headed off with my European class to Brussels, Belgium, for three days. We visited the Parlamentarium of Europe, the MiniEurope park and had a treasure hunt in the town square.

The large Arab popula-tion in the capital sur-prised me, as well as how oddly the Belgians drive.

Danielle Robert is a Ro-tary Exchange student in France. This is part one of a two-part submission.

Young Canadian explores FranceMichelle Robert discovers a new culture during her Rotary Exchange


CCommunityommunity CCalendaralendarSPECIAL EVENTS & MEETINGS

Meetings and Special Events, Work-shops, Signups and Non-profi t Groups will run in the Sunday or Wednesday edition. The deadline for the Wednes-day Observer is Monday at noon, and the deadline for the weekend edition is Wednesday at 5 pm. All meeting notices and regular submissions to Community Calendar must be

renewed every three months. Due to the volume of material, we clear the column every three months and only

print newly submitted material.

MONDAYNORTH CARIBOO

GYMKHANA begins Monday night, June 18, Alex Fraser Park, 6:30 p.m. Come early to sign up. Must bring horse council card. Three events held weekly from leadliner to adult. For informa-tion email [email protected] or call Jen, 250-992-9227 or visit facebook page, North Cariboo Gymkhana.

TUESDAYSPECIAL OLYM-

PICS AGM June 12, 7 p.m., Carson school.

KERSLEY HORSE CLUB gymkhana ev-ery Tuesday night, 6:30 p.m. Cost, $3 per night per orse for all three events, bar-rels, poles and stakes, memberships are $10 for individual, $25 for family. 2801 Ot-ter Road in Kersley, behind the Alamo Diner. For informa-tion call Chelsea, 250-747-1632 or just show up.

YOUTH CEN-TRE open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 2:30 – 5:30 p.m. Rock climbing bookings accepted for Satur-day birthday parties, call 250-983-6920 to check availability.

WEDNESDAYBLOCK PARTY

ON VAUGHAN STREET June 6, 12 – 3 p.m. Open hous-es, promotions and giveaways, including a BBQ with free hot dogs and drinks. Live music provided by River City Music As-sociation.

G E OT H E R M A L 101. Due to over-whelming response this a re-run of a previously presented workshop with Titi Kunkel, June 6, 4:30 – 6 p.m. For details contact Community Futures, 250-992-2322.

LEGION FLEA MARKET NOW OPEN Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., donations ap-preciated. Call 250-747-4591 or 250-992-6140.

FRIDAYQUESNEL MUL-

TIPLE SCLEROSIS SELF-HELP GROUP MEETING June 8, 12:30 – 2 p.m. at city hall in C.D. Hoy room. MLA Bob Simpson is guest speaker. For in-formation call Donna, 250-992-3369.

UNSEEMLY EVE-NINGS PRESENTS CARAVAN CABA-RET,

A NIGHT OF WHIMSICAL DE-LIGHTS with The Tequila Mochingbird Orchestra, Tim Sars Trio, Bottoms Up Barely Burlesque, Vile Pole Arts, DJ Dilem-ma (after bands fi n-ish) and many other entertainment treats. Tickets are $30 (in ad-vance), after June 10, $35 and available at Gold Pan City Dance or Bo-Peep Boutique. for information call 250-255-1171 or check facebook.

FAMILY FASD RETREAT at FISH LAKE July 6 – 8. Parent participation, healthy meal work-shops, families with children aged 10 – 14 years free. Informa-tion and registration in by June 22. Contact Charlene Vankough-nett, 250-992-8347. Limited enrollment.

SO YOU THINK YOU CAN SING QUESNEL sponsored by Quesnel Legion. A 19 years and old-er Karaoke contest, hosted by Straight from the Heart Mu-sic. Every Friday night one fi nalist will be chosen for the fi nal competition during Billy Barker Days. $5 cover charge each for Karaoke Hostess Ser-vices. Contest rules

and entry forms can be picked up at the Legion.

SATURDAYEVENING WITH

KERSLEY PLAYERS, June 2, presenting two short plays, com-plimentary beverages and appetizers will be served. Tickets, advance only, $25 at Cariboo Propane.

Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Adult comedy.

INFORMATION ON CHUBB LAKE CAMPS will be avail-able at West Park Mall, June 2, 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Raffl e for garden basket and other prizes. For information contact Marian Gillard, 250-992-7633.

ARTISTS AT THE ARTRIUM June 2, 10 a.m. 2 p.m. Artists demonstrating and selling their work, also tables set up for visitors of all ages to try their hand at a va-riety of art materials. Free.

ST. JOHN’S AN-NUAL GARAGE SALE June 9, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at Anglican Church Hall. Call 250-992-6152 for in-formation.

CARIBOO MIN-ING ASSOCIATION AGM June 9, 12 p.m., Billy Barker Hotel basement. All are welcome. For infor-mation contact Chris, 250-992-8568.

AN EVENING OF SECULAR AND SA-CRED MUSIC by St. Andrew’s United Church and St. John’s Anglican Church mu-sicians June 9, 7 p.m. at St. Andrews United Church. This event is in support of Salva-tion Army Food Bank. Admission by cash donation. Fellowship and light refreshments afterwards.

QUESNEL CHAR-ITY MOTORCYCLE

POKER RUN, June 9, registration at Maple Park Mall, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., runs starts at 12:30 p.m. Breakfast available. For more information contact Marc, 250-747-3292 or 250-991-1957.

FAMILY FUN DAY, Antique Machinery Park, June 23, begin-ning at 11 a.m. Dem-onstrations, children’s activities, native danc-ing, two local bands, silent auction, food booths, complimenta-ry coffee, antique ve-hicles and thousands of artifacts to see.

ARTISTS IN THE MARKET, July 7, at Quesnel Farmers’ Market.

GARLIC FESTI-VAL Sept. 29 – 30, Smith-Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola. Orga-nizers are looking for garlic vendors or re-lated products. Con-tact Becky Ratzlaff at [email protected].

SUNDAY768 ROYAL CA-

NADIAN AIR CA-DET SQUADRON’S 45th ANNUAL CER-EMONIAL REVIEW June 3, 11 a.m., at the Quesnel Legion.

SENIORS’ CEN-TRE STRAWBERRY TEA June 10, 1 – 3 p.m., $5 each. For information call 250-992-3991.

ROD WILLIAM-SON MEMORIAL POKER RIDE June 10, Triple J. Ranch (30 km north of Quesnel), in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Quesnel. For details call Triple J, 250-998-4746 or BBBSQ 250-992-7257 or email [email protected] or [email protected]

ONGOING EVENTS

VOICES FOR NORTH CARBIOO SENIORS every third Thursday at Legion

Hall, 2 p.m.

PEER DEVELOP-MENT QUESNEL offers free peer-fa-cilitated program-ming for adults with mental illness and or addiction. Groups run every other Tues-day, 10 a.m. – noon in the large group room of the West-side Mental Health and Addictions Cen-tre, 395 Elliot Street. For information call 250-985-5832 or email [email protected].

AUXILIARY TO G.R. BAKER HOS-PITAL LOOKING FOR NEW MEM-BERS. Meetings are fi rst Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m. in hospital lower board-room. Orientation provided, police re-cord check required. Pick up application at Hospital Gift Shop or contact Florence White, 250-992-5635 or Barb Glover 250-992-5298.

DOG AGILITY WITH KAY WHITE-HEAD owner and trainer of four agility trial champions, and the instructor of many others. Call 250-992-3881 for details.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY YARN CLUB meets the second and fourth Thursday afternoon, 1 – 3 p.m. in the li-brary activity room.

WHIST AND CRIB with the Scandina-vian Club, fi rst and third Wednesday of the month at the Se-niors’ Centre, 7 p.m. For information call 250-747-1323.

PEER DEVELOP-MENT QUESNEL offers free, peer-facil-itated programming for adults with a men-tal illness. The group runs every other Tues-day, 10 a.m. – noon. For information call 250-985-5832 or

email [email protected].

SENIORS AD-VOCACY SER-VICE hours Tuesday –Thursday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Call 250-992-9330 and leave a message, someone will get back to you shortly. SAS is located in Century 21 offi ce in the back. Sandwich board on sidewalk means a consultant is in to serve you.

CNIB LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS in the Quesnel area for occasional so-cial visits with lo-cal clients, help with shopping or getting to appointments, or-ganizing in the home and reading. Orien-tation provided, po-lice record check and references required. Prefer one year com-mitment. Email: [email protected] or call 250-653-1702.

EXODUS 4:10 TOASTMASTERS meet Thursdays. Meetings are 7 p.m., in multi-purpose room at Northstar Church, use lower parking lot. For details call Rose, 250-992-9520.

QUESNEL ELKS HALL available for rentals, call Tim Patchett, 250-992-5082. If you’re inter-ested in joing the Elks call Ralph Scott, 250-747-8566.

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

DO YOU LIKE TO SING? Karaoke at the Legion, Friday nights, 8 p.m. Everyone wel-come.

DANCE LESSONS at the Legion every Wednesday night, 7 p.m. $15 per couple per session, pay in ad-vance $100 for 8 ses-sions. Singles - bring

your own partner. Learn to slow-dance, quick step or jive. call 250-992-5655 to reg-ister, or just drop in.

JAM SESSIONS Elks Hall, Anderson Drive, Friday eve-nings, doors open 7 p.m., different host band each week.

LEGION FRIDAY BUFFET LUNCH 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., $8.95, different meal every Friday, wear your red shirt for Red Shirt Fridays (support our troops) and receive your fi rst cup of cof-fee free.

CELEBRATE RE-COVERY program, sponsored by Cari-boo Liberty Place, for implementing a Christ-centred recov-ery at Victory Way Church, every Thurs-day, 7 p.m. For infor-mation call Ed, 250-255-0880.

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

SEASONS HOUSE provides support and advocacy for individ-uals in need of short term emergency shel-ter. To access services come to 146 Car-son Ave., Quesnel or contact us, 250-991-0222.


WHOLESALE

340 Carson Ave.

250-992-5515

www.fraserrivergm.com

JUNE 2

DL# 10901

‘07 Chev Avalanche

‘05 Chev SSR

‘09 Jeep Patriot ‘04 Dodge Durango ‘06 KIA Sedona ‘09 Dodge Caliber

STK#8512 STK#21420A STK#8574 STK#8576

STK#21393A STK#8577A STK#21242B STK#21615A STK#21585A

STK#21552A STK#21568A STK#21598A STK#21571A STK#21495A

STK#5348 STK#21576B

$24,695

$19,995 $33,333 $24,495

$12,995 $9,995 $12,995 $9,999

$8,995 STK#21644A$8,995

‘05 Chrysler Sebring

STK#21627A

$14,995 $37,995

$13,995

TO THE PUBLIC

RENOVATION

GARAGE SALE FRONT LOT

$6,995

$13,995

$12,995

$24 695

$ $ 9 99 $$$2222222224444444 495

$$$$999 995$12 995‘09 Pontiac Vibe

STK#21591A$11,111$ $ $

‘05 Chev Cobalt‘03 Volkwagon Jetta‘08 Chev Malibu

‘03 GMC Yukon ‘06 GMC Yukon ‘08 Chev Silverado 1 ton ‘07 Chev Tahoe

‘05 Ford F350 ‘10 GMC Acadia

$

$22,895

‘09 Ford Explorer

‘06 Chev Avalanche

$19,995

‘04 Chev Silverado

STK#21223B$11,995

Garage Sale

items

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TIRE MACHINE•

PRESS•

DESKS•

COMPUTER STATIONS•

OFFICE CHAIRS•

CORNER SHELVES•

FILING CABINETS•

LOUNGE CHAIRS•

RECEPTION COUNTER •

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