Shirley is the co-chair of the Commonwealth Cup and got to spend some time relaxing in the sun iat the putting and chipping prize hole.
Baldy Hughes Therapeutic Centre
July 19, 2010
Shirley has been a longtime advocate and supporter of the Baldy Hughes Therapeutic Centre and was thrilled to be the MC for an event with Minister Kevin Falcon, Marshall Smith, MLA Pat Bell and Dale Restler to announce $500,000 for the centre.
UNBC Medical Program
July 19, 2010
Shirley and Minister Falcon learned about the ongoing success and future concerns as they toured the UNBC Medical Program with the doctors, research and administration staff of the program.
Cancer Centre for the North
July 16, 2010
Shirley and fellow Prince George MLA Pat Bell toured the parkade and construction site to get a visual of the plans and building procedure of the New Cancer Centre for the North.
Shirley speaks at the opening address for PGNAETA and UAWG “Workforce Partner’s Forum" at the Coast in of the North.
A Familiar Voice for 25 Years
June 25, 2010
Shirley says congratulations on 25 years of announcing and being a radio jockey to Doug Jones – the morning radio announcer for ‘the Drive’ in Prince George.
Visions Luncheon
June 25, 2010
Shirley takes part in the PG Visions Luncheon.
Fire Hall Project a Success
June 18, 2010
Beaverly Fire Hall construction creates local jobs.
Shirley with Davy Greenless, recipient of Scouts Canada’s Award for Fortitude
Veterans Plaza
June 06, 2010
Shirley and Prince George-Mackenzie MLA Pat Bell unveil the new plaque for Veterans Plaza along with Councilor Dave Wilbur, President of Legion 43 Jim Hubbard, Scottish Regiment representative John Kuharchuk and Councilor Debora Munoz
YMCA Healthy Kids Day
June 06, 2010
Shirley spoke to participants in the YMCA Healthy Kids Day.
Community Arts Bazaar Chili Cook-off
June 05, 2010
Shirley and Pat get cooking at the Community Arts Bazaar Chili cook-off with Dorothy Titchener and Dagmar Norton.
Shirley signing the “partnership poster” to be placed in view of the public and to remind the community of the importance of supporting the Baldy Hughes campaign to effectively treat substance abuse patients.
Baldy Hughes Community Support from RONA
May 29, 2010
Shirley attends the announcement of the partnerships with Baldy Hughes and local businesses for the ‘Building futures’ program. An example of good corporate citizenship, partners, community care and working together, companies got involved to help make the community a better place. Baldy Hughes Director Marshall Smith thanks Rona’s Rod Bellman (owner) and Pat Milsap (Manager) for their support.
Convocations at UNBC
May 28, 2010
The Installation of the new Chancellor Dr. John MacDonald with former Prince George Mayor Colin Kinsley
Celebrating Graduation at UNBC
May 28, 2010
Shirley gives Becky Blixrud a big hug at UNBC convocation – Becky is a good friend and former staff member at Shirley’s office.
Shirley read out the City Proclamation and was proud to be a part of the announcement to make Red Fridays a part of Prince George. Showing support to all the families of fallen soldiers and soldiers out there fighting and doing their job. Assistants Dorothy and Dustie went with Shirley to enjoy the Legion celebration.
CNIB Drive-Thru Breakfast
May 28, 2010
Shirley volunteered at the annual Canadian Institute for the Blind breakfast fundraiser at Costco in Prince George.
Relay For Life Launch
May 25, 2010
Shirley takes aim at battling cancer with a Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life paint balloon on the front lawn of the BC Legislature.
McBride Rewarded for Community Forest Olympic Contributions
May 21, 2010
Prince George-Valemount MLA Shirley Bond with (left to right) Dan Doyle, Chair of BC Hydro, Mike Frazier, Mayor of McBride, and Marc von der Gonna, General Manager of the McBride Community Forest at the McBride “Shadow Box” presentation.
Pat, John, and Shirley along with Prince George Mayor Dan Rogers present the B.C. Association of Health-Care Auxiliaries with a special proclamation to celebrate the contributions of British Columbia’s health care volunteers in northern B.C. and throughout the province.
PG Survivor Cancer Walk
May 08, 2010
Shirley walks the Survivor Lap as a caregiver with husband Bill.
Duchess Park Secondary School
May 07, 2010
Former DPSS student Shirley proudly presents the plaque to celebrate the opening of the new and improved Duchess Park Secondary School.
Duchess Park Secondary School
May 07, 2010
Shirley and Pat join students, parents, and staff to celebrate the official opening of Duchess Park Secondary School.
Shirley and Pat Bell speak at the outdoors Heavy Metal Rocks Awards ceremony congratulating high school students on completion of the course work that has taught them about work and safety in the construction industry. (Roz Thorn, President of the PG Construction Association is to the right).
YMCA Climbing Wall
May 01, 2010
Shirley and Mayor Dan Rogers help Natalie up the climbing wall at the YMCA REC ROOM at the official opening.
YMCA Rec Room
May 01, 2010
Shirley plays foosball with Mathew at the opening of the new YMCA REC ROOM, just one of the many great activities at the new centre.
PG Farmers Market Kick-off
May 01, 2010
Shirley, Mayor Dan Rogers, and Councilor Bryan Skakun cut the ribbon for the official opening of the Prince George Farmers Market 2010 Season!
Shirley with BC Community Achievement award winner Dr. Bert Kelly along with Dr. Charles Jago and Mayor Dan Rogers at Government House in Victoria. Dr. Kelly was among forty-five outstanding British Columbians named as the recipients of the seventh annual BC Community Achievement Awards by Premier Gordon Campbell and Keith Mitchell, chair of the British Columbia Achievement Foundation.
BC Community Achievement Award Winner Jeanette Townsend
April 28, 2010
Shirley with BC Community Achievement award winner Jeanette Townsend, former Mayor of Valemount, at Government House in Victoria. Ms. Townsend was among forty-five outstanding British Columbians named as the recipients of the seventh annual BC Community Achievement Awards by Premier Gordon Campbell and Keith Mitchell, chair of the British Columbia Achievement Foundation. Pictured are (left to right) Valemount Councillor Cynthia Piper, Shirley Bond, Jeanette Townsend, and Valemount Mayor Bob Smith.
Farmer's Market
April 24, 2010
Shirley visited the Prince George Farmer’s Market on April 24, and she brought Minister of Agriculture and Lands Steve Thomson along for the tour, meeting local farmers and agri-producers (Minister Thomson is second from left).
McBride Farmers AGM
April 24, 2010
Shirley and Agriculture Minister Steve Thomson discuss farm issues with local farmers in McBride.
Shirley and Agriculture Minister Steve Thomson make a stop at the Farm Store in McBride
Fan the Flame Event
April 23, 2010
Shirley joins Coach Joe Rea, Paralympian Jodi Barber and Olympian Megan Tandy at the Fan the Flame event hosted by Pacific Sport as a post-Olympic celebration.
Go Timberwolves Go!
April 15, 2010
Shirley’s constituency assistant Dustie Hall presents official Hansard copies of Shirley’s legislature speech announcing the Timberwolves success for winning the Nationals Championship. Presented to Canadian Athlete of the Year and the Captain of the UNBC Timberwolves Men’s Basketball team Inderbir Gill at appreciation lunch for the Men’s and Ladies UNBC Timberwolves Basketball teams.
Pink Shirt Day
April 14, 2010
Shirley and Pat wear pink at the BC Legislature to raise awareness and help support Anti-Bullying Day. This movement was started by two high school students from Nova Scotia who encouraged their classmates to wear pink in support of a fellow student who was being bullied.
Shirley’s constituency staff Lindsay, Dorothy, and Dustie show off their pink shirts in support of anti-bullying.
Medical Radiology Program
April 10, 2010
Shirley announces the new Medical Radiology Program to be offered at College of New Caledonia starting this September.
University Hospital of Northern BC
April 10, 2010
Shirley unveils new University Hospital of Northern BC signage along with Councillor Dave Wilbur, Michael MacMillan of Northern Health, Cathy Ulrich, Northern Health CEO, Dr. Charles Jago, Chair of Northern Health Board, Dr. Burt Kelly, Dr. George Iwama, President of UNBC, Councillor Cameron Stolz with children, Mayor Dan Rogers, and Councilor Garth Frizzell.
College of New Caledonia
April 10, 2010
Shirley announces the Province is providing the College of New Caledonia with almost $2.7 million for equipment and start-up costs and over $590,000 in annual funding for a new medical radiography technology diploma program.
Shirley points to her daughter Melissa’s name on the Wall of Fame at the College of New Caledonia
Great Northern Doctors
April 10, 2010
Shirley with Dr. Geoff Cowburn of the Robson Valley and Dr. George Magee of the Lakes District, both inductees into the Northern Medical Society Hall of Fame.
Red Fridays
April 09, 2010
Shirley and Premier Campbell with their fellow MLAs wearing red for the Red Fridays Foundation of Canada to show their support for the men and women who serve our country. The Red Fridays Foundation of Canada is a non-partisan organization that promotes support to the men and women who serve our country.
Supporting the Military
April 09, 2010
Shirley and Attorney-General Mike deJong (in full uniform) show support for our nation’s military.
Shirley speaks about brave military service at a special dinner for Vimy Ridge.
Remembering Brave Soldiers
April 01, 2010
Shirley signs the book of reflection to commemorate the passing of John “Jack” Babcock, the last known Canadian World War I veteran. The book of reflection will remain in the Legislature and be available for the public to sign until April 9, Vimy Ridge Day.
Anti-Racism Community Response Protocol
March 19, 2010
Shirley showcases the Prince George Anti-Racism Community Response Protocol document with Prince George RCMP Superintendent Brenda Butterworth-Carr, Multiculturalism Minister Ben Stewart and representatives from the IMSS.
Fighting Racism
March 19, 2010
Shirley takes part in the Prince George Anti-Racism Community Response Protocol signing with Prince George RCMP Superintendent Brenda Butterworth-Carr, Multiculturalism Minister Ben Stewart and representatives from the IMSS.
Shirley with Premier Gordon Campbell, MLA John Rustad, and Peter Sherba from the PG Construction Association. The Province will spend $87 million on 51 new provincial highway projects in northern B.C. this year, bringing the value of ongoing highway construction across the region to more than $200 million.
Talking Transportation
March 17, 2010
Shirley speaks on the importance of northern transportation and infrastructure with Premier Campbell and Peter Sherba from the PG Construction Association at her side.
Spelling Bee Champ
February 27, 2010
Shirley congratulates Barlow Creek Elementary student Cynthia Dykhuisen at the Regional Canwest Canspell Spelling Bee held at Vanier Hall. Cynthia was the winner after spelling the word "simultaneously". She will be going to the National Spelling Bee in Ottawa from March 24th to the 29th.
Taste of India – “Bollywood Style” Event
February 20, 2010
Shirley celebrates the culture of India at the PG Civic Centre with Brenda Bell, Baljit Sethi, Bal Sethi.
Shirley and fellow MLAs Pat Bell and John Rustad celebrate at the community celebration in Prince George.
Hixon Torch Relay
January 29, 2010
Minister Bond welcomes the Olympic torch to Hixon by proudly waving a Canadian Flag.
Torch Relay Celebrations
January 29, 2010
Shirley with local Prince George Torchbearer Rick Publicover at the PG Torch Relay Celebrations.
The Canadian Red Cross Society of Northern BC and Yukon Region Making a Difference for Haiti.
January 15, 2010
Shirley with (from left to right) Canadian Red Cross boosters Derek Itani (Prince George), Pat Bell, Amar Dhilon (Whitehorse), Dan Le (Prince George), Shirley Bond, Becky Row (Prince George), Tim Alexander (Terrace), Dave Dickson (Williams Lake), Linda Lauder (Prince George).
The Canadian Red Cross Society of Northern BC and Yukon Region Meets with Local MLAs.
January 15, 2010
Shirley with (from left to right) Pat Bell, Dan Le Vice President Northern BC and Yukon Regional Council, Tim Alexander, President Northern BC and Yukon Regional Council, and Becky Row, Regional Operations Manager Northern BC and Yukon.
Students for a Green University
January 15, 2010
Students for a Green University focuses on achieving greater sustainability at UNBC as well as running awareness and advocacy campaigns for climate and environmental issues on campus and in the community. From left to right: Camillia Bhatti, Shirley, Minister John Yap, Danielle Smyth, Nadia Nowak.
Salvation Army
December 06, 2009
Shirley with Sandy at Pine Center Mall with the Salvation Army Kettle Campaign.
World Baseball Announcement
December 03, 2009
Shirley joins Shawn Rice, Kevin Brown, Jim Swanson and Mayor Dan Rogers to announce the return of the World Baseball Challenge to Prince George in 2011.
Shirley with Dusty and Santa Claus at the MS Breakfast.
MS Breakfast
November 29, 2009
Shirley with the Country Cousins at the MS Breakfast.
Festival of trees brunch
November 22, 2009
MLA and Transportation Minister Shirley Bond celebrates her birthday with Chris, Cristina, Santa and Bill at the Festival of trees brunch.
Festival of trees brunch
November 22, 2009
MLA and Transportation Minister Shirley Bond celebrates her birthday with Chris, Cristina, Santa, Gramma Bond and Bill at the Festival of trees brunch.
Prince George Airport receives its first 747 international cargo flight.
A Hockey Legend
November 14, 2009
Shirley chats with hockey legend Bobby Orr.
Olympic Mascots
November 14, 2009
Shirley meets the 2010 Olympic Mascots
World Diabetes Day
November 14, 2009
Diabetes Awareness event for World Diabetes day on Nov. 14th – everyone got glow circles to represent World Diabetes Day and we all went outside for a group photo. Shirley is standing here with Gwen Hall – Leadership student, Veerina and Johanna – International Exchange Students
Shirley Recognized as a Diabetes Champion, along with Dr. Michael Dennis, Boyanne Young, David Devore, Chris Jarvis, Louise LeFebvre, Paula Bass, Brianna Waldner and Paula’s daughter Sarah.
Healthier You
November 14, 2009
Shirley with the mascots at the Healthier You expo that she hosted on Nov. 14/15.
Healthier You Awards
November 13, 2009
Shirley chats with the Healthier You Award winners for the “Spirit of Burns Lake”.
Healthier You Awards
November 13, 2009
Shirley chats with Marshall Smith and Tom Sentes regarding their work with substance abuse treatment in Prince George at the Balldy Hughes Treatment Centre.
Shirley with Baljit Sethi and Kanak Khare at Diwali Festival of Lights.
Speech
October 23, 2009
Shirley telling her personal family story and how it motivated her to help get B.C. Housing Endowment funding for the Prince George Hospice Society.
Plaque
October 23, 2009
Presenting the plaque from BC Housing with Executive Director Donalda Carson and fellow MLA Pat Bell.
Cutting the Ribbon
October 23, 2009
Preparing to cut the ribbon with: Shari Green, City Councilor as Acting Mayor, Karen Beeson, President of the Board of Directors, Dave Yarmish, Fundraising chair of the Capital Campaign, Shirley, Pat, Donalda, Michael MacMillan, COO of Northern Health
Shirley and MP Jay Hill with Marika van Dommelen announce local playground enhancements to improve accessibility.
Dr. Ray Markham
October 14, 2009
Shirley congratulates a local hero and doctor for being awarded the Order of BC. Dr. Ray Markham, a physician from Valemount, was among thirteen British Columbians announced in August as recipients of the Order of British Columbia.
McBride Playground
October 13, 2009
Shirley gets help from a toddler while trying out the spinning seat.
McBride Playground
October 13, 2009
Shirley takes a ride on the new teeter totter at McBride.
Shirley and McBride Mayor Mike Fraser unveil new wastewater management funding.
Having Fun!
October 13, 2009
Shirley assists some children at the new McBride Playground.
Playground Opening
October 13, 2009
Shirley at the McBride Playground ribbon cutting.
Small Business Month
October 13, 2009
Shirley brings Small Business Minister Iain Black to a Prince George Chamber Luncheon of Commerce as part of Small Business Month celebrations. Minister Black also participated in Small Business Round table discussions.
Shirley joins the many fundraising participants at this year’s Ovarian Cancer Winners Walk.
Paws for a Cause
September 12, 2009
Shirley Chats with Kirby Caly and Quincy at the SPCA’s fundraiser “Paws for a Cause”
Gateway Seniors' Residential Care Facility
September 04, 2009
Shirley signing the guest book in the lobby of the Gateway Seniors’ Residential Care Facility. Loretta Jackson (Northern Interior Residential Care Program Manager) provides Shirley with an in-depth tour around the facility.
Signing the Guestbook
September 04, 2009
Shirley signs the guest book at the new Gateway Seniors' Residential Care Facility.
Shirley checks out the very impressive kitchen facilities at the Gateway Seniors' Residential Care Facility.
New Bed Design
September 04, 2009
Shirley learns the benefits of remote-controlled low bed designs and how the beds can adjust very low to the ground for the seniors, in order to prevent falling-out or to assist in getting in and out of bed easier.
In the Dining Room
September 04, 2009
Shirley tries out the dining room with Health Board Chair, Dr. Charles Jago and Northern Health CEO, Cathy Ulrich.
Checking Out the View
September 04, 2009
Shirley with Cathy and Loretta in front of the Gateway Seniors Residence.
Shirley is interviewed by local reporters on the success of the new Gateway Seniors’ Residential Care Facility.
UNBC Trail Sod Turning
September 04, 2009
Shirley and Pat join Mayor Dan Rogers, Janine North of NDI Trust, Dr. Mark Dale (Provost UNBC), and Bill Hellyer of the Yellowhead Rotary Club for the sod-turning to begin work on the Community Adjustment Fund UNBC Connector Trail System Project.
CIBC Run for the Cure
September 04, 2009
Shirley with Rowdy Cat at the CIBC Run for the Cure.
Shirley visits the old Astoria Hotel that is being converted to a 17-unit women’s housing facility. Funding came from BC Housing and is part of the Prince George downtown revitalization strategy to reduce homelessness and to create social housing for those at risk of being homeless. Shirley with Patsy Melenchuk, acting Exececutive Director of the Native Friendship Centre, coordinator Candice Robinson, Councillor Cameron Stoltz, Deborah Munoz, acting Mayor and part of the Prince George downtown revitalization taskforce.
Meeting Constituents
July 31, 2009
Shirley meets with John Leech, Doug Carter, and Jim Blake.
Opening of New Seniors Park
July 24, 2009
Shirley, Mayor Rogers, Dave Smith, Vice-President of the Prince George Council of Seniors, and the Punjabi Seniors Society representatives cut the ribbon to unveil Prince George's new ActNowBC Seniors Park that will assist seniors to live healthier lives while staying active in the community.
Keeping Fit and Staying Healthy!
July 24, 2009
Shirley and local seniors get in shape with a warm-up exercise led by Heidi Moss, fitness instructor from the Family YMCA.
MLA Shirley Bond (right), along with MLA Pat Bell (left) and Safety Bear from Community Policing (Centre) at the Downtown Block Party.
Memorandum of Understanding
June 20, 2009
MLA Shirley Bond (second from left) and Chief Dominic Frederick of the Lheidli T'enneh (centre) attending the Prince George Native Friendship Centre (PGNFC) ceremony for a formal Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation & Community between Lheidli T'enneh First Nations and the PGNFC.
Valemount Days Parade
June 13, 2009
MLA Shirley Bond at the Valemount Days Parade in Valemount.
CNIB Visions Luncheon
June 12, 2009
MLA Shirley Bond bringing greetings to the CNIB Visions Luncheon at the Treasure Cove Show Lounge
MLA Shirley Bond (left) , Prince George Councilor Cameron Stolz (centre) and Brad Waghorn from CNIB (right), at Visions Luncheon
Decorations
June 11, 2009
"Decorations" in the Prince George constituency office following MLA Bond's appointment as the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. - Jun.11/09
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
June 10, 2009
MLA Shirley Bond being sworn in as Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure at Government House in Victoria.
Swearing in ceremony
June 08, 2009
Shirley Bond, pictured with Premier Gordon Campbell and Clerk E. George MacMinn, was sworn in today as MLA for Prince George-Valemount. June 8, 2009.
MLA Shirley Bond attending the Multiple Sclerosis Walk at Fort George Park
CNIB Drive-thru Breakfast
May 29, 2009
MLA Shirley Bond with local Prince George Resident Margaret Williams at the CNIB Drive-thru Breakfast.
Exploration Place
May 25, 2009
MLA Shirley Bond at Exploration Place – VIP viewing event of Arctic Adventure.
Guiness Book Attempt
May 17, 2009
Bond family at Masich Stadium partaking in the Guiness Book of World Records attempt for "The greatest number of people wearing red noses at a single venue."
Shirley at the Elder Citizen’s Recreation Association Breakfast
March 21, 2009
Shirley at the Elder Citizen’s Recreation Association pancake breakfast
Shirley Inspecting Cadets
March 21, 2009
Shirley inspects the troops for the RCMP Youth Academy at Kelly Road Secondary School.
Jeannette Townsend Retirement Dinner
March 21, 2009
Shirley with Jeannette Townsend at the former Mayor’s retirement dinner, she will be missed.
Valemount Infrastructure Upgrades Announcement
March 21, 2009
Shirley together with Minister Krueger and MP Cathy McLeod presenting a $209,000 cheque for infrastructure upgrades to the Mayor of Valemount Bob Smith.
BC Liberal MLAs join Premier Gordon Campbell to celebrate and congratulate the Sikh community on Vaisakhi. Happy Vaisakhi.
West Lake Recieves Broadband Internet Access
March 08, 2009
Shirley shakes hands with Bob Gray of the West Lake Community Association, after she announced a grant of $50,000 to connect the community of West Lake to broadband internet.
West Lake Community Carnival
March 08, 2009
Shirley snow bowls at the West Lake Community Carnival.
The 33rd Annual Central Interior Science Exhibition Awards Ceremony
March 07, 2009
Shirley speaks at the 33rd Annual Central Interior Science Exhibition Awards Ceremony. Young scientists from Prince George, Quesnel and the Lakes school districts competed for a chance to participate in the Canada Wide Science Fair to be held in Winnipeg in May this year.
Robson Valley Home Support Receives Grant For Upgrades
March 06, 2009
Shirley is presenting the award to Beth Frederick of the Robson Valley Home Support Society which was awarded $7,596 in Minor Capital Funding for upgrades to its Stepping Stones Children’s Centre.
Valemount Village Council Meeting
March 06, 2009
Shirley at the Valemount Village Council Meeting working together to ensure Valemount’s needs as a community are addressed.
Nesika Award for Diversity Achievements
March 06, 2009
Shirley together with Senator Martin, MLA Dave Hayer and MLA Richard T. Lee posed with Tara Jordan of Youth for Diversity which were awarded the Nesika Award for Diversity Achievements.
Congratulations Mali Bain
March 02, 2009
Shirley and the Lieutenant Governor Steven Point awarding the Premier's Award for Teaching Excellence to Mali Bain at the Parliament in Victoria.
Shirley with MLA Rick Thorpe on the steps of the Legislature wearing pink in support of Anti-Bullying Day.
New Runway Expansion in Prince George
February 20, 2009
Shirley with the Premier, Minister of Forests and Range Pat Bell and Peace George-Peace River MP Jay Hillwith cutting the ribbon to officially open the $33 million runway expansion at the Prince George Airport making it the 3rd longest Runway in Canada. This allows Prince George to get a share of the trans-pacific re-fuelling market to create jobs in Prince George.
Horse Rescuers Honored
February 20, 2009
Shirley Bond and Premier Gordon Campbell recognized representatives of the Renshaw Horse Rescue team for their heroic efforts to rescue two abandoned horses. From left to right: Joe Rich, MLA Bond, Dave Jeck, Ray Long, Rod Whelpton, Premier Gordon Campbell, Birgit Stutz and Marc Lavigne.
Students Sing to Celebrate Vancouver 2010 Countdown
February 18, 2009
Shirley joins students from St. Patrick's Elementary School and Tillicum Community School at the Legislature to sing O Canada and celebrate the one-year countdown to the Vancouver 2010 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Victoria.
Shirley at BC Regional Science and Technology Breakfast
February 18, 2009
Shirley at the BC Regional Science and Technology and BC Innovation Council MLA Breakfast and Briefing. From left to right: Leslie, Clint Dahl, Charles Scott, Roy Spooner, Garth Frizzel and Steves Stayes.
$100 Million for Infrastructure Projects
February 18, 2009
Shirley, together with the The Honourable Stockwell Day, Minister of International Trade, Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, and Senior Regional Minister for British Columbia, along with Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Kevin Falcon announced an investment of over $100 million for infrastructure projects in smaller communities in B.C.
BC Regional Science and Technology and BC Innovation Council MLA Breakfast and Briefing
February 18, 2009
Shirley together with Charles Scott, Clint Dahl, Garth Frizzel, Steves Stayes, and Roy Spooner discussing regional science and technology issues.
Spirit of 2010
February 15, 2009
Shirley together with Mayor Rogers and the President of UNBC Dr. Charles Jago at a Spirit of 2010 Outdoor Skating Extravaganzas.
Shirley, Solicitor General Jon van Dongen and Prince George North MLA Pat Bell join the RCMP Use of Force instructor for a look at the new 20 metre range at the North District HQ. MLA Bond was on hand to help announce sixteen new police officers dedicated to the fight against gangs and organized crime in Prince George and northern B.C.
Diabetes Reception
February 11, 2009
Shirley with Paula Base at the Diabetes reception at the Legislature to help create awareness about Diabetes and the importance of living a healthy lifestyle.
Shirley Working Hard for the Community
February 10, 2009
Shirley joins MLA's Pat Bell and John Rustad, the Mayor Prince George Dan Rogers. In the back from left to right: Councillor Basserman, Mayor Rogers, Councillor Shari Green, MLA Pat Bell. In the front from left to right: Councillors Wilber, Frizzell, Stolz, MLA John Rustad and Shirley.
Shirley Hosting the Meisner Radio Show
February 06, 2009
Shirley hosted the Meisner radio show in Prince George with Dave Snadden (on the left) and David Harrison (on the right).
Shirley joined members of the United Steelworkers and MLA's Pat Bell and John Rustad to celebrate the partnership between USW and the province to help hundreds of workers in B.C. to upgrade their skills and obtain sustainable development. The government is providing $2 million to USW Local 1-424 to co-ordinate employment and training services in northern communities.
Heart and Stroke Breakfast Benefit
February 06, 2009
Shirley serves members of the community at a Heart and Stroke Breakfast benefit.
Shirley and College Heights Secondary Leadership Students
January 29, 2009
Shirley met with College Heights Secondary Leadership Students about some initiatives they are working on for the youth community. From left to right: Kayla Febuck, Taryn Hepburn, MLA Bond, Lauren Bone and Ashley Schmeisser.
Shirley at the Alzheimer Walk Fundraiser
January 25, 2009
Shirley spoke at the Alzheimer Walk Fundraiser held at the UNBC Northern Sports Centre.
Shirley joins in the carnival festivities to celebrate Family Literacy Day at the Bob Harkins Branch Library. Pictured L to R: Prince George Public Library Chief Librarian Alan Wilson, PG Mayor Dan Rogers and his daughter Kendel, Councillor Cameron Stolz, children's author Lorna Schultz Nicholson, and MLA Bond.
Shirley Taking the Ukranian Oath
January 24, 2009
Shirley and Prince George-North MLA Pat and Dean Cherkas celebrating Malanka (Ukranian New Years) at the Heart Community Centre.
Happy Ukranian New Years!
January 24, 2009
Shirley with Prince George-Omineca MLA John Rustad and Prince George-North MLA Pat Bell posing with the Ukranian dancers at the Heart Community Centre.
Northern Perspective at the Northern Summit
January 23, 2009
Shirley speaks on a panel discussing northern perspectives to highlight the choices, challenges and potential of B.C.'s economy. From left to right - Minister Bond, Mayor of Kitimat Joanne Monaghan, Mayor of Prince George Dan Rogers, Executive Director - Northern Develop Initiative Trust Janine North, Prince George-Omineca MLA John Rustad.
Shirley posing with Prince George resident Grace Waldie at the Robbie Burns Dinner Fundraiser.
Northern Economic Summit
January 22, 2009
Shirley speaks at the Northern Economic Summit, an interactive forum that aimed at shaping the economic future of our province.
Province, Steelworkers Partner on Skills Training
January 12, 2009
Shirley joins President of United Steelworkers Frank Everitt and Forestry Minister Pat Bell to discuss a partnership between the Province and the United Steelworkers which will help hundreds of workers in northern B.C. to upgrade their skills and obtain sustainable employment.
Raise a Reader Supports Literacy in PG
January 09, 2009
Shirley delivers the Raise a Reader (RAR) cheque at the Prince George Public Library to the PG Citizen newspaper and its editor, Hugh Nicolson and numerous volunteers. The members of the RAR campaign committee braved the early morning cold to sell PG Citizen newspapers for donations towards literacy programs.
Shirley joins Eileen and Eileen's daughter Anna for arts and crafts during the Harwin Elementary StrongStart opening.
Rotary Club in Holiday Spirit
December 16, 2008
Shirley joins Dr. Mike Dennis and his wife at the Christmas Rotary Luncheon.
PG Angels Among Us
December 12, 2008
Shirley reads out the missionary statement during an interview for the Angels Among Us Awards at the PG Arts Council Winterfest.
OBAC Plans to Keep North Strong
December 12, 2008
Shirley discusses the success of OBAC strategies and the importance of northern B.C. trained doctors practicing in the North. During the event, the Omineca Beetle Action Coalition announced their Retention and Attraction Strategy and Community and Social Service Supports Strategy.
Shirley presents former Prince George Mayor Colin Kinsley a letter from Premier Gordon Campbell and a B.C. Book as a thank you for many years of service. Mayor Kinsley was in office for four 3-year terms, from December, 1996 through November, 2008, when he chose not to run again.
Shirley Hosting the Northern Lights Senior Tea Event
December 11, 2008
Shirley and Dorothy singing Christmas carols at the Northern Lights Senior Tea event at Ramada hotel.
Northern Lights Tour
December 11, 2008
Shirley with a bus load of seniors take a tour of the Northern Lights on Connaught Hill and the Poinsettia Parade downtown.
MLA Gives Thanks to Local Organizations
December 08, 2008
Shirley prepared and delivered Christmas cookies as a show of thanks to organizations for their heartfelt work for the people of the community. The organizations included the Salvation Army, the Association Advocating for Women and Children, Elizabeth Fry Society, the Native Friendship Centre, United Way, and BC Friends of Children.
Shirley brought greetings and met with local clowns, Cookie and Sparky at the 2008 Muscular Dystrophy Santa Breakfast at Hart Community Centre.
A Bond Family Christmas Tradition
December 05, 2008
Shirley enjoys one of her favourite Bond family traditions of burning an Advent candle for the 24 days before Christmas.
Local School Hosts Volleyball Championship
November 29, 2008
Shirley shows her support for DP Todd Secondary during the 2008 AA Senior Girls Provincial Volleyball Championships at the UNBC Northern Sports Centre.
Unified Against Cancer
November 26, 2008
Shirley joins Premier Gordon Campbell, MLA Sindi Hawkins and all members of the BC Legislature on the steps of the Legislature to announce their support for The Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting the BC Cancer Foundation.
Shirley stands with the Nativity scene in her front yard as she prepares for Christmas.
Shapedown for PG Kids Health
November 21, 2008
Shirley announces $108,000 in provincial funding for the Shapedown program to start in Prince George with the YMCA, Northern Health and UNBC Medical Research. Shapedown is an essential program for our youth and families to help address the issues of obesity and diabetes in children. Pictured L to R: MLA Bond, Simon Adams – CEO of the YMCA; Sarah and Alyssa – Dietitians with Northern Health; Dr. Malcolm Ogborn – UNBC Associate VP of Research (Health); and Pat Flack – Board Chair of the YMCA.
Northern Lights to Brighten PG
November 21, 2008
Shirley presents provincial funding to Tim McEwan from Initiatives PG and Jill Moore from Downtown PG for the Northern Lights Festival. Connaught Hill will be decorated with colourful light displays and an official North Pole mailbox for kids to drop their letters off for Santa. The event runs from November 28 to January 2, 2008.
Local Student Awarded for Excellence
November 21, 2008
Shirley presents Lauren MacDonald with the Governor General award in recognition of academic excellence at at Cedars Christian School.
Shirley joins four students from Prince George for an opportunity to interview Olympic gold-medallist Carol Huynh as part of the first Sharing the Dream webcast. Pictured L to R: Todd Bethune, Daniella Salazar, Carol Huynh, MLA Bond, Brent Greenless and Lauren Bone.
Remembering our Veterans
November 11, 2008
Shirley joins Prince George North MLA Pat Bell to honour those who gave their lives and fought for Canada in times of war. The Remembrance Day ceremony took place at the Cenotaph at Prince George City Hall.
Art Program Recognized with Grant
November 10, 2008
Shirley views some of the art work at the Two Rivers Gallery with its Managing Director Peter Thompson. MLA Bond presented a $10,000 grant from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and the Arts for the Prince George Regional Art Gallery Association to support an arts outreach program for the paediatric and youth psychiatric units in Prince George Regional Hospital.
Culture and Health in PG
November 07, 2008
Shirley and Immigrant and Multicultural Services Society (IMSS) executive director Baljit Sethi meet the Garba Dancers, who performed at this year's second annual 2008 Northern BC “A Healthier You” Expo in Prince George.
Shirley and Immigrant and Multicultural Services Society executive director Baljit Sethi enjoy some time with the Olympic Mascots during the "A Healthier You" Expo in Prince George.
Health Expo Attracts Key Speakers
November 07, 2008
Shirley joins Dr. Larry Ohlhauser and Immigrant and Multicultural Services Society (IMSS) executive director Baljit Sethi to speak at this year's second annual "A Healthier You" Expo. The event attracted multiple key speakers to help promote and support healthy living in northern British Columbia.
Coaches Honoured for Dedication to Students
October 24, 2008
Shirley congratulates two Prince George coaches, Dave Holmes and Roland Rempel at the first ever BC School Sports recognition dinner, also present at the presentation was President of BC School Sports, Raj Puri.
Bond helps Teachers Teach
October 22, 2008
Shirley speaks with the members of the BC Teachers' Institute for Parliamentary Democracy. The teachers travelled from across B.C. to get a better understanding of our parliamentary system so they can better inform their students of the process.
Shirley with a basket she's donating to AiMHi Community Living Centre for their fashion show prizes. Shirley gives them one every year to use for their community events and she purchased this at the Citizen of the Year Gala, where the funds raised go to the Community Foundation.
Operation Christmas Child Beginning
October 19, 2008
Shirley and her family show their shoeboxes as part of Operation Christmas Child. The project provides locally packed shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies and clothing to the hands of an underprivileged child, including war refugees, natural disaster survivors and those living in extreme poverty.
Auctioning for Child Development
October 19, 2008
Shirley uses her auctioneer skills for the Child Development Centre Live Auction at the Shaw studios to raise funds to meet the therapeutic needs of children in the community. Shirley was the auctioneer during ‘Art Space’ auctioning pieces of Art with DJ Ashley Hinton from the Wolf radio station. Pictured are Janelle Coureux, Jennifer Gowan, Shonda Coureaux (behind), Kira Coureux (in chair) and MLA Bond.
New Community Hall
October 19, 2008
Shirley helps open Pineview Community Hall with Lois Keim of the Pineview Recreation commission and Bob Hendricks from Reg. District of Fraser Fort George.
Shirley presents the award for the best single detached home 1500-1999 sq. ft. to Riverbend Construction - George Hein and Shad Marshall at the 2007 Northern BC Housing Awards and 50th Anniversary Gala.
Joint Cabinet Meeting
October 01, 2008
As Education Minister and deputy premier, Shirley Bond was proud to host the British Columbia-Alberta joint cabinet meeting in Prince George.
Work to Begin on Hixon Bridge
September 30, 2008
Shirley joins Transportation Minister Kevin Falcon and Regional District Chair Art Kaehn to view the Hixon Bridge, along Highway 97 between Quesnel and Prince George. Work is scheduled to begin October 14, 2008.
Celebrating the B.C. Olympic Spirit
September 26, 2008
Shirley joins B.C. Olympic and Paralympic athletes Tyler Mosher, Malcolm Howard, Carol Huynh, Simon Whitfield, David Ford and Travis Cross to showcase how communities across B.C. are celebrating the spirit of the Games at the 2008 UBCM annual convention in Penticton.
Shirley hangs out with the 2010 Olympic Mascots Sumi, Miga and Quatchi during the Union of BC Municipalities conference in Penticton.
UBCM Supports Raise-a-Reader
September 24, 2008
Shirley donates books to the Penticton Raise a Reader campaign at the Union of BC Municipalities conference. UBCM delegates generously contributed a number of books to support the campaign. Pictured with Shirley is Virginia Rego.
Planning Leadership for the Future
September 22, 2008
Shirley meets with local Leadership students to discuss the possibility of working together for a Leadership course in Prince George colleges. Pictured L to R: Liz Bennet (DP Todd Secondary), Stephanie Mueller (CNC), MLA Bond and Rachelle Durand (CNC).
An Evening of Cancer Awareness
September 20, 2008
Shirley attends an Evening in Pink, an event to promote breast cancer awareness and fundraising at the PG Civic Centre. Pictured L to R: CTV News Hour Personality Rena Heer, PG Mayor Colin Kinsley, Ray Westerlaken, Bill Golley, Dr. Michelle Sutter, Dr. Christine Kurz, Bill Bond, Shirley's son's girlfriend Christine and MLA Bond.
Shirley delivers the cheque from the Commonwealth Cup fundraising golf tournament to Exploration Place. Shirley was the Honourary Chair and helped raise funds on the chipping and putting holes at Aberdeen Glen Golf Course in PG. Pictured L to R: Peter from Special Events Creators, Gaetano from Commonwealth Financial, MLA Bond and Lacey from Exploration Place.
Paws for a Cause helps PG Pets
September 14, 2008
Shirley and her family with their dogs join the Paws for a Cause walk for the BCSPCA. Funds raise from this event will help animals in need in Prince George.
B.C. Senior Games Begin
September 10, 2008
Shirley and torch runner Ken Van Horlick kicks off the festivities during the opening ceremony of the Senior Games in PG at Kin 1 arena.
Waving a Flag for the Senior Games
September 10, 2008
Shirley helps hold up the flag for the opening ceremony of the 2008 B.C. Senior Games in Prince George. Pictured L to R: President 2009 Richmond BC Seniors Games Society Jim Lamond, Paramedic Chief Station 535 British Columbia Ambulance Service Lucien Girard, MLA Bond, President of the B.C. Seniors Games Society June Parsons, Chair of the Prince George 2008 BC Seniors Games Host Committee Les Waldie and PG Mayor Colin Kinsley.
Shirley shows off her dancing skills with the ECRA line dancers during the B.C. Senior Games festivities. The Ecra line dancers meet every Tuesday to learn their dances and have fun with great exercise. From L to R: MLA Bond, line dancers Morris and Adel (pictured surrounding Shirley), dance instructor Kathy Nadalin and Dorothy Titchener.
Supporting Music in PG
September 07, 2008
Shirley presents $15,000 of 2010 Legacies Now program funding to the PG Symphony Orchestra (PGSO) during POPs in the Park at Fort George Park.
Walking to find a Cure
September 07, 2008
Shirley joins the Event Chair Rebecca Woolam and the winners of the Walk for the Cure. The important event includes a mini walk, for first time communities, to help find a cure for Ovarian Cancer.
Education Focus at Leadership Conference
August 26, 2008
Shirley meets with Lieutenant General (retired) Romeo Daillaire during the Summer Leadership Conference for the Education sector in Penticton. Both spoke at the event, hosted by School District 67.
Shirley meets the members of Tiller's Folly during Rivermania in Fort George Park. Pictured L to R: Bruce Coughlan, Nolan Murray, MLA Bond and Laurence Knight.
UNBC or Bust
August 23, 2008
Shirley meets Summerland students Ani Ziebath and Katie Semenoff during a recent tour of the Okanagan. Both girls are attending UNBC this fall.
Clowning Around at the Canoe Mountain Rodeo
August 22, 2008
Shirley enjoys the rodeo clowns during the 2008 Canoe Mountain Rodeo.
Admiring McBride
August 22, 2008
Shirley admires one of the freshly painted hydrants in McBride.
Shirley takes a break in the new gym during a tour of the new Penticton Secondary School with trustees of School District 67. The gym that has been designed to minimize heat loss and, along with the groundsource heating/cooling system, this school has been designed to the latest environmental standards. Pictured L to R: Walter Huebert, Ginny Manning, Linda Van Alphen, MLA Bond, Larry Little, Connie Denesiuk, Kevin Andrews and Shelley Clarke.
Funding to Upgrade Valemount Water Main
July 23, 2008
Shirley announces $400,000 of LocalMotion funding toward the upgrade of Valemount's Cedar Street Waterline Trunkmain, helping to ensure clean, reliable water for residents. Pictured L to R: Councillor Joshua Estabrooks, Councillor Nathalie Olson, MLA Bond, Valemount Mayor Jeannette Townsend, Community Development Minister Blair Lekstrom, Councillor Rita Tchir and Councillor Cynthia Piper.
Raising Funds for Exploration Place
July 22, 2008
Shirley with Darcy Rota at the fifth annual Commonwealth Cup banquet at the Coast Inn of the North. This event raises funds for the Exploration Place in PG and Canuck Place in Vancouver.
Construction Starts on PG LocalMotion Trails
July 22, 2008
Shirley helps Community Development Minister Blair Lekstrom and PG Mayor Don Zurowski to break ground to celebrate the start of construction of the Heritage River Trail and Highway 16 Trail connectors.
Shirley speaks at the kick off to the Commonwealth Cup, a day of working hard to raise funds for Exploration Place in Prince George.
Cheering for the All Stars
July 19, 2008
Shirley attends a Vancouver Whitecaps Game at Glen Thompson Field in Prince George with Lenardozi's. The Whitecaps played the Prince George All Stars Team. July 19, 2008
$6.19 Million in PG Clean Energy Projects
July 18, 2008
Shirley helps announce $6.19 million for two innovative clean energy (ICE) projects in Prince George through the ICE fund. Pictured L to R: MLA Bond, Energy Minister Richard Neufeld, Ian Hartley of UNBC, Technology Minister Ida Chong, Alterna Energy's Leonard Legault and Nexterra Energy Corp's Jonathan Rhone.
Clean Energy Tour of UNBC
July 18, 2008
Shirley takes a tour of UNBC with Chief engineer Doug Carter who explains how the Bio Energy System could connect to the existing UNBC System. The Province is investing $3.5 million for a Biomass Gasification Project at UNBC through the Innovative Clean Energy (ICE) fund. Taking the tour, from L to R: Doug Carter, Technology Minister Ida Chong, MLA Bond and Energy Minister Richard Neufeld.
Research Forest Invigorates Resource Education in North
July 11, 2008
Shirley takes a look at the proposed area for a new CNC research forest that will help train natural resource management students and serve as a centre of applied research in Prince George. Pictured L to R: CNC President John Bowman, MLA Bond, VP of the Council of Forest Industries - Northern Operations Doug Rutledge and Prince George-North MLA Pat Bell.
$4.7M Contract for Simon Fraser Bridge Approaches
July 07, 2008
Shirley helps announce the award for a $4.7-million contract to help build the approaches to the new Simon Fraser Bridge beginning in August. Pictured L to R: Finance and Olympics Minister Colin Hansen, MLA Bond, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Kevin Falcon and Prince George-Omineca MLA John Rustad.
Improvements to Simon Fraser Bridge Start in August
July 07, 2008
Shirley helps announce improvements to the new Simon Fraser Bridge. The $4.7-million contract has been awarded to build the approaches beginning in August. Pictured L to R: Vancouver-Burrard MLA Lorne Mayencourt, Prince George-Omineca MLA John Rustad, PG Mayor Colin Kinsley, MLA Bond, Minister for Transportation and Infrastructure Kevin Falcon and Councillor Don Zurowski.
$600,000 Grant to Improve Valemount Roads
July 04, 2008
Shirley joins Minister for Transportation and Infrastructure Kevin Falcon and Valemount Mayor Jeanette Townsend to announce a $600,000 grant to help the Village of Valemount upgrade local roads impacted by the harvest of mountain pine beetle infested wood.
Shirley helps announce a $1.1 million grant to help the Village of McBride upgrade local roads impacted by the harvest of mountain pine beetle infested wood. Pictured with MLA Bond are Minister for Transportation and Infrastructure Kevin Falcon and McBride Mayor Mike Frazier.
Supporting Aboriginal Entrepreneurs
July 02, 2008
Shirley helps announce the combined provincial and federal funding to support Prince George Aboriginal Business Entrepreneurs. Pictured L to R: Cariboo-Prince George MP Dick Harris, President & CEO of the Prince George Aboriginal Business Development Centre Ray Gerow, Aboriginal Business Development Centre Board Member Vincent Prince, MLA Bond and Prince George-Omineca MLA John Rustad.
Spirit Pole Comes to Prince George
July 01, 2008
Shirley takes her turn carving alongside pole designer Carey Newman and Prince George-North MLA Pat Bell as they make their mark during the Spirit Pole visit to Prince George. PG was one stop for the Spirit Pole as it made its way around the province before being presented at the Cowichan 2008 North American Indigenous Games opening ceremony.
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