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autumn macdonaldObserver Reporter

Provincial stats indicate a decline in those seeking social services, but a re-cent tour to local provid-ers indicates otherwise.

My office has been ex-periencing a greater de-mand for services and were seeing evidence that we have significant gaps in the current service levels, Cariboo North MLA Bob Simpson said.

Therefore I wanted

to meet with the service providers directly to find out what is really going on.

Simpson said current provincial projections note not only a decline in need for social services but also a decline in demand for income assistance, children in care and dis-ability recipients.

Therefore, the budget line items for each social service expense is project-ed to either decline or is held at 2011 levels, most-

ly in an effort to balance the provincial budget from 2013 on, Simpson said.

However, after his tour of local service providers, the Independent MLA said services are working off a minimum.

We already only have minimal supports across the whole range of social needs, he said.

We dont have enough mental health and addic-tions counselling capacity, no transition and very few

affordable housing units, long waiting lists for de-tox beds and income assis-tance and disability ben-efits that are far below the poverty level.

One area in which Simp-son said all agencies are seeing an increase is the working poor.

Simpson said burgeoning household debt, cost of living and living off credit has many living paycheque to paycheque.

These families are now needing counselling or in-

tervention due to growing tension within the family.

Simpson also noted a growing need for food banks, hot meal programs and affordable housing for younger families and seniors.

Even when our econ-omy is firing on all cylin-ders, there are people who need additional help from their government seniors on fixed income who are negatively impacted by in-flation, people with multi-ple barriers to work, those

who have been injured or inflicted by disease and prevented from working, he said.

Government has an ob-ligation to ensure the most vulnerable in our society are supported and able to live above the poverty line. Its obvious we arent pro-viding this level of support today.

Simpson plans to take his findings to the legislature in the new year in time for governments pre-election budget.

Simpsons feedback belies govt claim on social services

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AC&D Insurance launches new policiesDANIKA M. HBERT

Observer Reporter

AC&D Insurance is pleased to announce a new line of policies for customers available from DAS Canada.

These new policies give clients 24/7 access to legal advice from specialized lawyers across Canada.

Sandra Lewis, office manager said this is an advantage to clients, especially since legal fees are so expensive.

Its a new type of insurance which is really popular in Europe and is now being offered, Lewis explained.

This is a good product and what we have to do

is educate the general public.

These new policies cover the cost of legal fees to pursue or defend an insured event.

Many of us dont go see a lawyer, we cant afford the time and dont know if were going to win the case, Lewis said.

Youre at the mercy of the courts and the lawyers and sometimes you walk away because you dont have enough money to fight.

The lawyers in this program each specialize in certain areas, giving an advantage to customers who may not know if they have a case or not.

If something happens,

you can call, get advice and if the event is covered, a claim is started.

If it is not covered, advice is provided.

The costs are covered from start to finish.

Lewis said this is especially useful in small communities such as Quesnel.

We dont have

specialized lawyers here and these policies give you access to specialized lawyers across the country, she explained.

There are many different benefits to adding this policy to your existing insurance plan.

These policies cover everything from contract disputes, employment disputes and taxation disputes.

The only thing that isnt covered is anything intentional, Lewis said.

Lewis said having the legal advice available sometimes means cases can be settled outside of the courts.

Most things can be settled with just a letter

from a lawyer, she said.Lewis said these policies

might be especially helpful to those whose livelihood depends on legal protection, specifically truckers.

Truckers have to fight all tickets because it affects their licensing and their ability to drive, Lewis explained.

She added most truckers just dont have the time or money to fight these cases.

Theyre dependant on their ability to drive, which is their livelihood, Lewis said.

For more information about these new policies, visit AC&D Insurance at 234 Reid St. or call 250-992-5544.

Brokers from across the province attend the launch of DAS in British Columbia.DAS Canada photo

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NEWS

City water project moving forward

Over the past several years, the city has been working with the Lhtako Dene First Nation on a plan that would see the city provide potable water to the reserve lands.

After receiving a formal request from the nations new council at an October 15 council meeting, council has approved, in principle, the provision of potable water to band lands.

The parties involved must commit to a number of principles before the project is formally approved, including:

That the water is used primarily for residential purposes.

The capital and ongoing operating costs will be funded through Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC).

That a detailed review by City engineers and consultants of the existing feasibility study be funded by AANDC.

Lhtako Dene Nation taking the lead role in securing cooperation from any required stakeholders.

City staff are reporting to Council, summarizing the project before it is approved.

Council recognized the importance of continuing to build a productive and respectful partnership with the Lhtako Dene Nation.

More on this story in the Wednesday Observer.

Water provisioninvestigated

The city often receives requests from residents who live in areas of the City that are unserviced for sewer and/or water. Council approved the following steps in response to one such request.

The city will release a recently completed Water and Sewer Servicing study to the public that outlines the areas that are unserviced and the

estimated costs to provide service.

The City will work with residents in the Richards and Woodridge Roads areas to determine if a majority are willing to pay for a service extension and operating costs.

Miss QuesnelThe Miss Quesnel Self

Development Society is in need of a team of volunteers to work with the programs participants. The departing committee members are willing to work through a transition period with anyone interested in taking on this rewarding position.

The city provides an annual budget to fund the Miss Quesnel program.

The young ladies act as community ambassadors throughout the year, while developing their own leadership potential.

Those interested should e-mail [email protected] for more information.

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Lie to Me

Its bad enough that the BC Liberals continue to use taxpayer money to feed us propaganda about the state of BCs economy, our job growth relative to other provinces, and the supposed benefits of natural gas to BCs bottom line. Theyre now going to further insult our intelligence by delivering a balanced budget for 2013 in advance of the May election.

The February 19th budget will be subjected to minimal scrutiny and will not be passed into law before the May election. The governing party can say whatever they want about how theyll balance the budget because they wont be held accountable to that budget whether they win the election or not.

The pre-election budget will be the big lie that best fits the governments political propaganda needs. In this case, the Liberals are still trying to claw back the conservative vote, so they hope to appeal to the fiscal prudence of these particular voters with a balanced budget.

Recall that during the last election we saw a budget with a projected deficit of under half a billion dollars, no new taxes, and the promise that BC would weather the 2008 financial collapse. After the election, the deficit was over two billion dollars, the Liberals introduced the HST, and weve deficit financed ever since!

As long as the fixed election date is in mid-May, regardless of whos in power well get a propaganda budget every four years. The failure to protect the budget from crass political manipulation every four years dramatically undermines our ability to govern ourselves over the long term in any meaningful way.

This practice must stop. We must change the fixed election date to the fall and ensure that the election year budget is real, debated, and passed into law, so that all political parties have to work from the same, scrutinized set of numbers when they make their election promises.

I also believe BC needs a Parliamentary Budget Officer who can give the public an appraisal of each budget that is free from the petty partisanship of our current budget debates. We should also have access to a specific and public appraisal of the state of BCs finances in advance of each election so that all political parties can formulate their platform promises on real numbers and not hide behind surprises when they form government.

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

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

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1712 and No. 1713

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tanya Turner, City Planner (November 30, 2012)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Schedule "A" to ZONING Bylaw No. 1713Schedule "A" to ZONING Bylaw No. 17131346 Abbott Drive1346 Abbott Drive

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

REQUEST FOR BIDSto Provide and Maintain Landfill Transfer Station Bins

The City of Quesnel is looking to fill the following position:

Arena Concession/Receptionist (casual) Competition No. 12-62. Closing date is December 11, 2012 at 4:00 p.m.

Full details are available on our website.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO VOLUNTEER?

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

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

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

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

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

Council meeting scheduleCouncil approved

its meeting schedule for 2013.

Typically, Council meets formally every two weeks on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. On alternate Mondays, council will often meet as a committee (called the Committee of the Whole) to discuss issues or hear presentations from delegations. There are several meetings of note, including: the inaugural meeting of the 2013 term, on December 3; the first budget meeting on January 28; the public input budget session on February 25 and the final budget adoption meeting on May 6. To view the complete schedule, visit www.quesnel.ca/Council-Meetings.html

A new City Civic Pride and Tourism Committee was formally established. The committee replaces the Communities in Bloom committee and is designed to continue fostering civic pride while exploring ways to enhance the tourism experience in Quesnel. The committee will be chaired by Coun. Scott Elliott.

Council approved closing Reid Street to traffic on December 8 at 4:30 p.m., allowing the annual Santa Parade to occur. The event is a partnership between the Quesnel Downtown Association and the Quesnel Cariboo Observer.

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

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Canadians are known for being polite people, but last weekend thousands of spectators at the Grey Cup game in Toronto were anything but when they aggressively booed their nations most famous young superstar before, during and after his half-time performance.

Okay, I understand these predominantly male football fans are not remotely interested in Justin Biebers singing and dancing, but didnt they learn in kindergarten that if you dont have anything nice to say, dont say anything at all?

Perhaps they missed a class.

I have to admit, the 18-year-old singing sensation isnt my cup of tea either, but Im sure hes okay with that.

He has millions and millions of adoring fans all over the world screaming for him the way my generation screamed for Michael Jackson and my mothers generation screamed for The Beatles. Since not many football fans have Bieber fever, booking him as part of the

half-time show was clearly a ploy to boost their ratings. Undoubtedly it worked in that regard.

The spectators at the game paid good money for their tickets, one of my friends said in defense of their behaviour.

They have every right to show their displeasure.

But who are they displeased with? The organizers that booked an entertainer who was obviously not someone their fans would appreciate?

Or the entertainer who was doing what he was hired to do?

That is not music, another friend said angrily.

Its bubble gum crap!What a coincidence. I

heard the same thing about Michael Jackson in the 80s and my mom heard the same thing about The

Beatles in the 60s.I wonder if those crap

singers were treated with such hostility by their native countries after becoming international superstars. I doubt it.

Bieber is an embarrassment to Canada, my friend continued.

Wearing undone overalls and a backwards baseball hat to receive an award from the Prime Minister is an absolute disgrace!

I have to say, if he were my son, I would have strongly encouraged him to change into a nice suit to receive such an honour backstage during rehearsals, but his questionable wardrobe choice doesnt warrant the kind of revulsion normally reserved for violent criminals.

The severe backlash against Justin Bieber has baffled me for years and it continues to surprise me as it becomes more intense. Ill never forget the first grown man I heard spewing venom and practically frothing at the mouth over the young singer when he first became a break-out star.

Being the mother of two children who loved Justins music, I felt defensive on

their behalf as well as his.In the world of arts and

entertainment, whats considered good or bad is entirely subjective. Pleasing everyone, as we all know, isnt possible.

Do we really need to get aggressively rude towards someone just because we dont like them or their work?

Who among us would enjoy that type of treatment?

I guess if the trade-off is fame, fortune and the adoration of millions, most of us would learn to ignore the angry haters and recognize the jealousy, resentment and hostility for what its worth: nothing.

As a Canadian, Im extremely proud of my fellow countryman for his astonishing success and contentious talent.

His music might not be on my playlist and I probably wont be taking any fashion tips from him either, but the Biebs will never hear any booing from me. Like most Canadians, Im far too polite for that.

Lori Welbourne is a Black Press syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com.

Booing is considered bad manners

On A Brighter NoteLori Welbourne

Right direction

While the release of recent statistics highlighting B.C. as the second highest province for child poverty rates has critics sharpening their political claws, it should be noted its an improvement. Beautiful British Columbia sits

second in the worst child poverty rates at 14.3 per cent, with the national average hovering at 13.7. Friendly Manitoba took the unwanted top spot. However this is the first time in

eight years B.C. hasnt had the highest national poverty rates.Not that government should be

resting on their laurels or touting their accomplishment but it should be noted we are improving. Premier Christy Clark has been

slammed for spending big bucks on promoting the BC Jobs Plan, but the key to Junior having enough to eat, adequate shelter and appropriate clothing is putting mom and dad back to work. The report card, released by First

Call, a coalition of more than 90 provincial organizations and 25 communities, says government needs to go about reducing poverty rates with the same tenacity it does its jobs creation strategy. But doesnt it stand to reason

families will have a much better chance at lifting themselves out of debt if theyre gainfully employed? We think it does, and considering

child poverty rates are down 45 per cent since 2003, obviously something is working. However, theres always room for

improvement. B.C. is one of only two provinces (the other being Saskatchewan) that doesnt have a child poverty reduction strategy. So maybe thats something else

government can look into. (Though this province needs another committee or research council like it needs another pine beetle outbreak.) The point is, we are improving,

its a slow, arduous process, but lets take a moment to recognize the success.

Autumn MacDonald, Observer

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In supportEditor:Re: Arthur Topham charged with hate crime,

Observer, Nov. 23, 2012Freedom of speech is like a part of a countrys

immune system to protect its well being from deterioration from those that try to corrupt and infest it with their own sick purpose.

If someone doesnt want something to come out by speech or print then it means they are trying to cover up something; if its not true then prove it. If they dont even try then you know there is something sinister going on.

If they succeed in stopping freedom of speech then they will destroy whats left of the countrys integrity.

Jack CuttingParksville, B.C.

Editor: Like many families across British Columbia,

our family have been doing our best to sup-port a loved one who lives with the devastating disease of dementia.

We try our best every day to ensure our loved ones maintain the best possible quality of life. For anyone in this position, you know that this is not an easy task.

We are thrilled with the announcement made by the BC Liberal Government, as part of the BC Government Provincial Dementia Action Plan, to support individuals with dementia and their families with new resources to under-stand and manage the disease and to provide a better quality of life.

In truth, bringing attention to dementia was a big reason why I decided to put my name forward to be a candidate for the BC Liberals. I had tried on the Federal front to get a private members bill to introduce a national strategy on dementia, without any success.

I and several others had a conversation with Premier Clark this summer on dementia care as well as palliative care.

She listened and asked lots of questions and now she is to be applauded for taking action.

There will always be critics and we still have a long way to go with research and prevention, but today is a huge step in a positive direction. Next on the agenda, we need to move pallia-tive care from being classified as respite care and changed to acute care where it belongs.

Coralee OakesCariboo North Candidate for the BC Liberals

Huge step

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Its not very often a book like Flyover comes along.Released in late September, Flyover: British Columbias Cariboo Chilcotin Coast, An Aviation Legacy is clearly a labour of love for author Sage Birchwater and photographer Chris Harris, who collaborated on this local aviation history-meets-National Geographic-style book for the last two-and-a-half years.

Its not a conservation book, but it shows the unbelievable beauty and diversity this area holds that you can essentially only see by ying, Williams Lake author, and writer for the book, Sage Birchwater said.

Its quite an investment for Chris (Harris). What a neat thing to work with him.

For his part, Birchwater gathered old stories and interviewed pilots and historians for new anecdotes to detail the aviation history in the region, which has been woven into the fabric of the extensive, 206-page coffee table book.

We have a raft of legendary pilots in this area, Birchwater said, listing off the likes of brothers Gideon and Dan Schuetze, Rudy Johnson, Clarence Moore, the late Monty Exton, the ying fur buyer Darcy Christensen, the ying vet Dr. John Roberts and more.

Theyre just remarkable.In Flyover, Birchwater

revisits the storied history of the Dog Creek Airport, built in 1943 as part of the secondary line of defense during the Second World War, he documents the rst wheel plane landing in Williams Lake on Sept. 13, 1928 at what is now 9th Avenue and on Johnstons Field in Quesnel on Oct. 23 and publishes the poem Ode to the Bushpilot, written by pilot Floyd Vaughan, who passed away during the making of the book.

Birchwater said the book came to be after Harris was approached about the idea of a book on aviation by pilots Nick Christianson, manager of 108 Airport and Rick Church, an aeronautical engineer in Langley.

The rest is history, literally with the duo covering legendary pilots, aviation history and pioneering days as well as focusing on the role aviation plays today in ranching, mining, tourism, industry and forestry in the area.

Preserving the human history of this region and sharing its extraordinary beauty was our common passion and purpose, Harris writes in the introduction of the book.

Harris eye for natural beauty in many forms is evident to the reader throughout, with stunning imagery of remote glaciers, colourful calcareous lakes

of the South Cariboo, lonely winterscapes of Chilko Lake, snow-dusted peaks of the Cariboo Mountains surrounding the Bowron Lakes, the brilliant fall colours of Puntchesakut Lake and morning light falling over the Upper Dean River just to name a few of the visual treats awaiting readers.

Harris is so good in this book, he can even nd the beauty in industry, such as the power lines linking northern dams to the Lower Mainland, an aerial view of Mount. Polley and the woodchip piles and billowing steam emissions of Cariboo Pulp and Paper Mill in Quesnel.

This book will surely nd its way onto the shelves of all our proud local pilots and mountaineers.

It will also undoubtedly travel the world many times over in the suitcases of visitors who dont mind venturing to the wilder corners of the earth to see beauty like the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast.

The Cariboo Ski Touring Club is hosting a slideshow presentation by Harris on Flyover on Dec. 8 in the Chuck Moberly Theatre at Corrilieu School starting at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $10 in advance at Rocky Peak Adventure Gear on Reid Street, or $12 at the door. Students and children are $5.

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Sage Birchwater, left and Chris Harris

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Its time once again to dig deep for Quesnels Good Cheer campaign and the need has never been greater.

In her annual letter to previous sponsors, volunteers and doners, co-ordinator Dianne Greenwood commented on how fast time has flown by since the end of last years campaign.

But for many in the community, time has not stood still nor been kind and they find themselves in need at this time of year, often with families to provide for and wishes to try and make come true.

And each year, Quesnel and area residents come through with donations of non-perishable food, toys, gifts and cash offerings, all of which allow the Good Cheer volunteers to lovingly fill hundreds of hampers for distribution to needy families.

The Good Cheer Depot is once again located in the old Zellers store in Maple Park Mall as of Dec. 1, with hours from 10 a.m. 4 p.m., Monday to Saturday

and Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m.

Those in need can sign up with proper identification and verification of family numbers.

The hampers go out Dec. 22 23, from 10 a.m. 4 p.m.

The depot phone number should remain the same, 250-

747-0065.Greenwood is

looking forward to another generous year and is truly grateful for all the support the businesses and individuals provide.

Without you, the donors and volunteers, we would have nothing, she said in her letter.

Last year, these wooden toys were donated to Good Cheer for distribution to needy children. Organizers are hoping this year will see similar generous donations.

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Annie GallantLifestyles Editor

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Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association

Memorial Christmas Trees

Dec. 1st to Dec. 9th

West Park Mall

QDHPCA invites you to Celebrate a LifeAn Afternoon

of RemembranceSunday. Dec. 9th at 2p.m.

Northstar Church301 North Star Rd.

Supporting grieving families & friends through the Holiday SeasonFor more information please call: 250-985-5815

ANNIE GALLANTObserver Reporter

In the spirit of the season, more than 200 Quesnel junior secondary school students prepared and served a free Christmas dinner to approximately 100 guests

Monday night. Students were involved in all aspects of the dinner including, to name a few, peeling carrots and potatoes, buttering buns, preparing stuf ng, decorating the gym, setting up tables and chairs and place settings, wrapping gifts and serving the food Monday evening with the assistance of Save-On Foods staff.

The Correlieu Jazz Band and Choir, along with a visit from the local choral group After Eight, entertained throughout the evening. For the fourth year in a row, Santa was able to hand out new toys to the children who attended the dinner, thanks to generous donations from the community. Each year the dinner relies on students, staff and parent volunteers however, without sponsors

it would not be possible. A special thanks to Save-On Foods for donating all the food, Quesnel and District Teachers Association which provided food and drinks for the 80 students working the night of the dinner, Integris Credit Union for their donation towards the dinner, McDonalds which donated juice and coupons for all the guests and Jeans Catering and the Salvation Army which provided the use of their equipment.

Also, thank you to all the local agencies who distribute the tickets each year and all the volunteers, without them this dinner would not be possible.

This year, more than 30 plates of food were sent home to guests who were unable to come to the dinner.

In the spirit of the season

Annie Gallant and Diane Dougan photos


Obituary Tribute

NORMA EDNA BOLESMarch 2,1938 ~ October 23,2012

The family of Norma Boles regret to announce her passing after a brave battle with cancer. Norma passed away at home surrounded by family.Norma is survived by her loving husband Delbert,their four children and seven grandchildren:Brenda (Bob) McCauley, Bonnie (Les) Fallow eld, Richard (Deborah)Boles, Kevin (Melissa) Boles.Grandchildren: Shalynn McCauley, Nolan & Alisa Fallow eld, Emilia & Taylor Boles, Nick & Cora Boles, as well as many extended family and friends.The family would like to Thank the nursing sta at GR Baker Memorial Hospital, Home Care Nursing, Dr. McDonald plus on call Doctors, also Karin Lynch(Hospice) & Norm Botterhill (Northstar Church) There are no words to express the care and compassion shown to Norma and her family during her illness.Thank-You to relatives and friends for the delicious food, owers, gift certi cates, cards and compassionate words. You all made this di cult time a little easier.A celebration of Normas life was held Nov. 24th at the Golden Center.Anyone wishing to make a donation in Normas name may do so to the Quesnel & District Palliative Care Association or Charity of your choice.

Professional Counselling ServicesIndividual, Couple and Child Counselling

Employee and Family Assistance ProgramsLaurie Crawford, MSW RSW

Holly Durocher, MAJesse Haber, MACP

Peter Jespersen, MEd

335C Vaughan St, Quesnel250-992-9525 www.walmsley.ca

Obituary Tribute

Mom, Grandma, the linchpin of our family through four generations, Doris Haralson slipped away peacefully Nov. 22, at Forest View Place, Clearwater, her home since mid - 2010.Predeceased by her parents, her eight brothers and sis-ters and her husband of 54 years, she is survived by her two children, Ron (Ivy) Ha-ralson of Port Clement, BC, and Ann Piper of Barriere, as well as two grandsons, Bruce Haralson of Estevan, Saskatchewan, and Don Piper of Little Fort.Born to Ira and Kate Neeley in Grays Harbor County, Washington in August 1913, Mom was the rst in her family to graduate from high school and to complete a post secondary education as well: she became a Regis-tered Nurse in 1937. On a summer afternoon a year or so later, she agreed to go on a blind date with the young man who was providing the boat, motor and skis for a group outing and mar-ried him in Reno, Nev., a few months later.Doris and husband Bob were partners in crime, constantly talking each other into new adventures as the years passed. In the

early 1950s they moved their family from Lebanon, Ore. to Quesnel, BC, where Dad set up the rst machine shop in B.C.s Central Interior and Mom was drawn back into nursing in the face of a shortage of quali ed RNs at Quesnels G.R. Baker Memo-rial Hospital. She would remain on sta there until the mid - 1970s, joyfully learning and passing on new treatments and proto-cols and enjoying practical jokes and other mischief, on the job and elsewhere.She remembered the rst year women could vote: her father was delighted; her mother said no respectable woman would do any such thing. She remembered her rst automobile ride, her rst train and the rst plane she saw in ight. As she and Dad reached their late 60s they moved from the Cariboo to Chilliwack Township and enrolled in navigation courses over the winter, then purchased a saltwater sailboat in the spring. They had fun. Their house was always full: full of nurses, active and retired, old newspaper boys, black powder enthusiasts, and younger people in need of

elders prepared to listen, admire them and include them in the next adventure. Along the way, Mom wrote and published two volumes of regional history.When Dad died in 1994, Mom remained in Yarrow for three more years, then relocated to Barriere, to be nearer family. She remained independent until 2010, when a broken hip sent her to Forest View Place, Clearwater.Her family will forever be grateful for the excellent care and companionship she found there.A small memorial was held at the Church of St. Paul in Barriere, Monday, Nov. 26, friend and co-congregant Leslie Stirling presiding. Cremation by request, Schoenings assisting. Dona-tions to the charity of ones choice in memory of Doris Haralson are most welcome.

Doris Lorena Haralson1913 2012

AARON TAFTWas lost to his family and friends on

November 23, 2012.

A Memorial Service for Aaron will be held Friday, November 30, 2012 at 12:15 pm at

Claytons Funeral Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honour Aarons memory by way of donation may do so to

Crooked Leg Ranch Animal Rescue and Sanctuary, 1609 Ernst Rd. Quesnel, BC V2J 6H6

Claytons Funeral Directors entrusted with arrangements.

LIFESTYLES

Obituary Tribute

Edward PennerMarch 24, 1925 ~ November 10, 2012

If tears could build a stairway,and memories a lane, we would walk

right up to heaven and bring youhome again.

We will miss you.Love your

Children, Shelly (Dave), Shannon (Chris), Kevin (Susan), and Stan (Shelley)

grandchildren and great grandchildMemorial held at Masonic Hall on the

12th, November 2012

Sadly missed

Unto this world a child is bornIn addition to a variety of Nativity scenes in many different media, The Church of Latter Day Saints second annual Nativity exhibit Dec. 5 7, 2 8:30 p.m. will feature a live Nativity scene each of those nights from 7 7:30 p.m. with different children each night.

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Then test your keys Saturday Dec 1st at Ashley furniture

between 5pm and 8pm

Prizes: Mystery Box, Ashley Furniture recliner, South Quesnel bucks worth $750,

$500, $250

Santa Clausis coming toDOWNTOWNDecember 8th

SANTA PARADE& FIREWORKS

Saturday, December 8th at 4:30pm

on Reid Street Visits with Santa & Mrs. Claus

Fireworks Caroling with Quesnel Church Choirs

Hot Chocolate

Parade entries will be marshalling at the sani-dump loop at 3:30pm.250-991-0527

LIFESTYLES

Most of us look forward to December with much anticipation.

Its a season of family, friends, food and, of course, presents.

Whether its called Christmas, Xmas, the Happy Holidays or some type of Season, the heart of Christmas remains undeniably rooted in the most generous act in all eternity.

Even the somewhat furry, big guy in the red PJs was initially a reflection of this immense charity.

Sadly, Santa Claus has, for the most part, morphed into more of a symbol of

commercial greed than the man he was motivated by Gods love to bless those less fortunate than himself.

That the Divine Creator would bless rebellious mankind with

the Gift it neither deserves nor sufficiently appreciates, is truly such an amazing act of love it eclipses our finite understanding.

Jesus Christ, the ultimate Gift, is not to be studied, observed, contemplated, discussed, investigated, critiqued or even marvelled at.

He is to be gladly accepted

as the only way to the Father very much the way little children reach for their presents no questions asked!

Charles Wesley put it so well in the carol Hark, the Herald Angels Sing which says: Born that man no more may die, Born to raise the sons of earth, Born to give them second birth.

Risen with healing in His wings, Light and life to all He brings.

The Christmas season has at its heart, a God-given generosity that should be emulated by us, His creation, as we remember and celebrate the greatest Gift of all.

Brian Dean is pastor of Lakeview Church in Quesnel.

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1518 Maple Drive250-747-1357

Saturday ServicesBible Study 9:30 am

Worship Service 11:00 am

Continuing the Ministry of Jesus - peacefully, simply, together.

(a Fellowship Baptist Church)

Sunday Worship Service 9:15 & 11:00 am301 Northstar Road (2 doors from McDonalds)

250-992-8830www.northstarchurch.ca

NORTHSTAR CHURCHLighting the Way to Jesus, to Life, to Others.

Lets shine like stars

BETHEL CHURCHIn South Hills

250-747-3116 - 143 Coach RoadPastor: Cliff Siebert Associate Pastor: Monte Harrop

FAMILY WORSHIP SERVICE 10:30 amChildrens Church (2-11 yr. olds) during service

SUNDAY SCHOOL for all ages 9:15 amwww.bethelchurchquesnel.com

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Paston Monte HarropAdvent - The Magi

Trinity Lutheran Church (LCC)

375 Hartley Street 250-992-6112Pastor Lorne Reddemann

Home of the Lutheran Hour Sundays on 100.3 The Wolf at 8:05 am

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

Great Promises

For church directory information call Danika at 250-992-2121

The Salvation Army

Lieutenants Stefan & Laura Van Schaick

Sunday service 11:00 am

Whosoever will may come

246 St. Laurent Ave. 250-992-8784

Through the blessing of the upright a city is exhalted, but by the mouth of the wicked it is

destroyed. Proverbs 11:11

A Place To CallHOME

382 Anderson DrivePastor Andrew Baduria

250-983-9700

Service TimesSunday Morning Worship 11am Sunday Afternoon worship 2 pm

Wednesday evening prayer and Bible study 7pm

Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh. James 5:8

Maple Park Alliance Church

Worship Service: 10:30 amKids On The Rock 11:00 am (dismissed during service)

Lead Pastor: Ken Cyr mapleparkalliancechurch.ca

For more information call 250-747-3248 2075 Balsam Ave.

Jesus Came to Overcome Darkness

Sunday Service & Sunday School: ............... 1030 am

Healing Clinic: ..........................Tues. 9 am - 12 pm

Call Lynn LeBlanc at 747-4694 for an appointment218 Kinchant St. Of ce: 250-992-2313

St. AndrewsUnited Church

Celebrating 100 years1911-2011

Lay Ministry

This Sunday we celebrate Communion and 1st day of Ad-

vent with Rev. Rob Smith. Choosing Hope. All welcome!

Helping people nd their way

LighthousePENTECOSTAL CHURCH

288 Flamingo Street 250-992-1001Sunday School 10:00 am

Sunday Worship 11:30 amTuesday Bible Study 7:00 pm

Youth MinistryPastor Jody D. Schlottman

St. Johns Anglican Church

465 Kinchant Street [email protected] www.stjohnsquesnel.com

Part time Incumbent - Rev. Len Fraser 778-349-1528Wardens: Wes Allen 250-992-9640

Nadine Kirby 250-992-8960

Sunday Morning - 8 am Holy Communion - 10 am Family Eucharist

Anglican Church-Hall Rentals-call Sue at 250-992-2568

Celebrant and Preacher - The Rev Len Fraser

REGIONAL NEWS

TOM FLETCHERBlack Press

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

Environment Minister Terry Lake announced Wednesday that the government is seeking public and industry input into a new plan to ensure a polluter pay system for oil and gas pipelines and other forms of hazardous mate-rial transport.

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

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

Brenda Kenny, president of the Canadian Energy Pipelines Association, said the industry supports the concept of polluter pay and is looking forward to discussing the toll proposal and other suggestions.

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

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

Resource development is increasing, with many kinds of hazardous materials being moved by rail car and truck as well as pipe-lines, he said.

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

B.C. eyes pipeline tolls for spill fund

Environment minister Terry Lake.Black Press photo

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Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Associationthanks all our wonderful volunteers, local merchants, artists, donors and supporters

for helping us support ongoing Hospice Palliative Care services in Quesnel by raising $19,811.00 at our Taste of Quesnel, Variety Dinner and Artisan Auction Please show your appreciation to them by shopping local. Winner of Pat Hartleys watercolour Blackwater Country framed by Carries Custom Picture Framing is

Cindy Osip.The VIP table raffle was won by Linda Olsen.

This year our annual event sponsors are: The Novak Family Foundation Quesnel Cariboo Observer Service Electric Ltd.

Our THANKS to the amazing artists, donors, merchants and supporters for their contributions. Lise Aaslie Achievement Enterprises(Judy

Coe) Colleen Armstrong Jim Benson Beckers Lodge Big Country Printers Blumko Flower Art Sandra Borgun Grace Boudreau Murray & Mary Braithwaite Henry Braun Audrey Broughton Sandy Brunt Canada Safeway Cariboo Keepsakes

Nancy Cawood Clayton Funeral Directors(1981)

Ltd. Correlieu Secondary School Pat Crerar Custom Polishing & Wax Dandelion Bucket (Jodi

Ballinger) Maria DeJong Marg & Jeff Dinsdale Faye & Don Dredge Percy Flegel Sandy Fontaine Fowler Moving Lisa Frees Don & Jean George Georgina Gordon

Glenda Graham Merna Hardie Edna McCauley-Harris Pat Hartley Helen Dixon Muriel Hong Integris Credit Union Cheryl Jefferson Betty Johannesen Kim Kolenchuk Christine Kraayvanger Carol & David Law Julie Law Roy Lecomte Michelle Lessard Jan LHeureux Magnetic Creations & Gemstone

Jewellery (Laura Hills) Larry & Vi Mart

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