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ANgUS NEWSB.C. BC Angus News December 2014 | Volume 1 - Edition Fifty Four

Edited and Published by the B.C. Angus Association

President’s Message

As I write this note we are getting ready to embark on the 26 hour trip to Regina for the Canadian Western Agribition, and with freezing rain in the forecast you can’t help but wonder if we have rocks in our heads!As I write this note I have to reflect back on the year’s record high prices. It’s a great time to be in the livestock industry and for everyone who stayed the course, you should be getting rewarded for your efforts. The Angus and Angus Influence cattle have been topping the markets all across North America. So holding on to Angus cattle is definitely playing in your favour.

Other than a lack of moisture it was a perfect year. Great shows, great sales and a chance to make a few bucks kept smiles on producer faces all year.

As the year draws to a close I would like to say thanks to all who have participated in shows or sales or who have bought Angus genetics. It’s you that keep us all doing this. May you all enjoy the upcoming Holiday Season.

Stay Safe.Tom

By Tom De Waal, President of the B.C. Angus Association

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Thank YouThe Prince George Beaverly 4-H club would like to extend a huge Thank You to Tom De Waal for hosting a detailed clinic on how to pick a calf for the up-coming 4-H season. Tom has a wealth of knowledge in the industry and every 4-H’er left with insightful pieces of information. The kids were sent into a field of 30 calves and asked to pick their top 4 choices and why. They then discussed the reasons and learned tips from their own choices. Tom had 4 generations; heifer to first year, second year & a cow, demonstrating qualities to look for when they viewed the dam of their calf and expressed the importance of viewing both parents if possible.

After the clinic Tom and Carolyn De Waal insisted the kids could not leave the farm hungry and hosted everyone to an amazing spread of food and drinks. Wow, what an amazing evening. Kudos to Tom and Carolyn, the 4-H kids and parents are so thankful you took the time to share knowledge, time and your support. Thank you.Sincerely Beaverly 4-HPrince George, British Columbia

Donation Heifer Winner

Thank you to Jim & Shirley Moon, Red Moon Angus, Vanderhoof, BC for their generous donation. The lucky winner was Shauna Jacobsen, J & S Jacobsen Ranch, Williams Lake BC.


News From Around the ProvinceCongratulations to Jack & Lorrie Brown on their 50th Wedding Anniversary.

Congratulations to Lorraine Wade who celebrated her 90th Birthday in November.

Our thoughts and best wishes to Alan Smith, Cathy Glover and their daughter Devon who was seriously injured in a farm accident a few weeks ago. Devon is making daily progress in the Kelowna Hospital.

Roger and Sue Taylor are thrilled to announce the marriage of their daughter, Jori to Ryan, the son of Ralph and Heather van Dalfsen. The outdoor wedding took place on August 9, 2014 at Trinity Dairies in Enderby. Jori and Ryan are residing and working on the family dairy and will continue the expansion of their Angus cattle.

WelcomeBC Angus would like to welcome Jim Moon back to the BC Angus Board of Directors.

Although it may be a short term on the board, 1 year term. I am looking forward to sharing the work load of the volunteer board of the BC Angus Association. My previous involvement with the BC Angus was a two term stint just a few years past. With Lance and Jill Savage, and Jack Brown as constants the transition into this board is made easier. Along with my wife Shirley and son Tom; we have been involved with Angus cattle, Reds in particular since the early 90’s. Can’t say the cattle business has always been rosy, but certainly challenging every year and every year there is always next year.

Looking forward to working with all breeders in British Columbia.Jim

Junior ReportBy Allison Speller, B.C. representative, Canadian Junior Angus board

Hello all! I hope that all the fall/winter shows have gone good, and that calves are doing well in on feed. The coming months will be exciting ones for our juniors! First off, the 2015 GOAL conference is being held in Guelph, Ontario, February 14-16, at the Delta Guelph hotel. The theme will be “Power of the Past- Force of the Future”. The GOAL Conference is a great place to network with other juniors, help build leadership skills, and have a great time, and I know that Ontario has put a lot of work into the Conference and that it will be an awesome event! The CJAA and CAF are sponsoring 8 travel bursaries to travel to Guelph for GOAL, so check out their website for more information on these and other awards offered by the CAF! The deadline for application is January 8. The CAF is also sponsoring another heifer voucher for $3000 that will be drawn at the GOAL Conference for one lucky participant. Also, just a reminder to start thinking about the Canadian Angus Foundation scholarship program for juniors called the Foundation Legacy Scholarship. Monies totalling $10,000 will be awarded to junior members at the GOAL conference, and the deadline to apply is January 15th, so take advantage of this great opportunity!

Showdown 2015 is being held in Olds, Alberta, July 16-18. I really hope that some BC juniors will think about travelling to Olds with or without cattle. It is going to be a tremendous show, right in the heart of Angus country and relatively close to get to. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about Showdown, I will be happy to answer them.

I would also like to thank all of the breeders that supported the juniors throughout the calendar fundraiser as well as Showdown sponsorship. Your generous support of the juniors is greatly appreciated and goes a long way towards our programs.

Finally, my term as the BC junior director is coming up this July, so if there is anyone who thinks they might be interested in the position, you can once again, get a hold of me or talk to our junior coordinator Belinda. The deadline for nomination is January 31. That’s all for now - Allison Speller.


B.C. Angus DirectoryLAST CHANCE!! If you wish to be included in the 2015 BC Angus Directory, there is still time. Email your contact information to [email protected] or fax to 250-679-8285 by DECEMBER 31TH, 2014 There is still advertising space available in the directory. Contact Jill Savage for further information.


BC Director, Canadian Angus AssociationBy Lorraine Sanford

Greetings,

I think we are all still pinching ourselves in disbelief as we look back on the fall run,it may have been long overdue...but oh so very sweet!

Your CAA board met the end of September at Angus Central, we had the opportunity to have a joint session with the Angus Foundation Board of Directors prior to our meetings. We welcomed 5 new Directors,so time was spent reviewing board policies and our vision for your association. Some time was also spent reviewing the CEO’s business plan,members can expect announcements regarding changes to member services and programming in the very near future. A couple of quick changes which our members should look into are minimum Scrotal Circumference have changed,as well limited space restriction on registration certificates will result in a different way of identifying genetic conditions. The Association would like to try and reduce the number of RFIs that are generated based on submitted membership work requests.

On a positive note, while membership in our (and all other) breed associations continues to decline, the number of new memberships is actually growing.

Please feel free to call or email me with any questions or concerns. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Holiday Season.

Sincerely,Lorraine

Holiday Recipes

Ingredients:• 2 eggs• 1 envelope onion soup mix• 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs• 1/4 cup chopped dried cranberries• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley• 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beefSauce:• 1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce• 3/4 cup ketchup• 1/2 cup beef broth• 3 tablespoons brown sugar• 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion• 2 teaspoons cider vinegar

Ingredients:• 1 cup butter• 1 cup brown sugar• 1 cup sugar• 1 cup corn syrup• 1 can sweetened condensed milk

In a bowl, combine eggs, soup mix, bread crumbs, cranberries and parsley. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls; place 12 to 14 balls on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with waxed paper; microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove to paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining meatballs.In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine sauce ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until heated through, rotating once. Gently stir in meatballs. Cover and cook on high for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Yield: about 3 dozen.

Melt the butter in a large glass bowl.Add all ingredients except milk and stir well.Add milk and stir.Microwave on high for 13 minutes. To be safe, put a plate under your bowl in case it starts to boil over.Remove from microwave and stir again.Pour hot caramel into a buttered 9×13 pan and allow to cool.Cut into small squares and wrap in wax paper.

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Field Man ReportBy Jack Brown, Field Man, B.C. Angus Association

province. The quality was second to none and the prices were where we have never seen them before. I was fortunate to have good weather most of the trip, on the way back to Kamloops it was a bit snowy, all the rest of the trip the weather was beautiful. Thanks to family and friends for providing accommodation for me once again this year.

The Angus influence was very evident again this year, the cattle in Vanderhoof displayed a bit more European genetics. These cattle when crossed with an Angus bull have a great set of calves. The Angus influence calves were getting at least 10 cents a pound more than other British breeds. In order to maintain this position our purebred breeders need to be very prudent in their bull selection for next spring’s bull sales. Now is not the time to scrimp on the quality of the bulls that will come to market next spring.

Once again the BC Angus Association held a jacket draw at each of the calf sales. This year we added another category that included the Auctioneers, Commercial Buyers and Yard Managers. The Jacket winners are as follows.

OK Falls, Darke Creek Ranch, Brad DeardenArmstrong, Toga Farms, Gail HanaKamloops, Willow Ranch, Wally HustonWilliams Lake, Chezacut Ranch, Kevin NewberryVanderhoof, Carmella Farms, Clarence FriesenDawson Creek, Wild Fire Land and Cattle Co. Ltd., Greg WilsonAuction staff and buyers, BC Livestock Co-op, Al Smith

This event is very popular with everyone. This is the seventh year for the draw, we have a lot of advertising out there every time someone wears their jacket to town.

On behalf of my wife Lorrie and myself, we would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year.

Jack Brown, Fieldman, BC Angus.


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2014 Gold Show ResultsRed BullsBull Calf Champion - RED SHILOH BUZZ BOUT LOADED 9B, Owned by Shiloh Cattle Co, Craigmyle, ABJunior Champion- RED REDRICH AFTERSHOCK 238A, Owned by Russell Coward, Swift Current, SK and Redrich Farms, Forestburg, ABSenior Champion – RED LONE STONE REVOLVER 138Z, Owned by Brad Yoder, Barrhead, ABShow Bull of the YearRED LONE STONE REVOLVER 138Z, Owned by Brad Yoder, Barrhead, ABReserve: RED REDRICH AFTERSHOCK 238A, Owned by Russell Coward, Swift Current, SK and Redrich Farms, Forestburg, ABHon. Mention: RED SHILOH BUZZ BOUT LOADED 9B, Owned by Shiloh Cattle Co, Craigmyle, ABRed FemalesHeifer calf Champion – RED RAINBOW LARK 2B, Owned by Dave & Rhonda Bablitz, Cherhill, ABJunior champion - RED TER-RON ALYSSA 42A, Owned by Halley Adams, Forestburg, ABSenior Champion - RED K ADAMS ZARIA 091Z, Owned by Halley Adams, Forestburg, ABShow Female of the YearRED K ADAMS ZARIA 091Z, Owned by Halley Adams, Forestburg, ABReserve: RED NORTHLINE PORSCHE 16Z, Owned by Northline Angus, Ardrossan, AB and Cole Goad, Clandonald, ABHon. Mention: RED RAINBOW LARK 2B, Owned by Dave & Rhonda Bablitz, Cherhill, ABBlack FemalesHeifer calf Champion – JUSTAMERE 1447 BARBARA 604B, Owned by Justamere Farms Ltd., Lloydminster, SKJunior Champion – JUSTAMERE 40 MISTRESS 420A, Owned by Tyra Fox, Lloydminster, SKSenior Champion – GREENWOOD ZEXY AND I KNOW IT AND CALF GREENWOOD BORN SEXY 1B Owned by Jayden and Jaxon Payne, Lloydminster, SKShow Female of the YearGREENWOOD ZEXY AND I KNOW IT AND CALF GREENWOOD BORN SEXY 1B, Owned by Jayden and Jaxon Payne, Lloydminster, SKReserve: JUSTAMERE 40 MISTRESS 420A, Owned by Tyra Fox, Lloydminster, SKHon. Mention: NORTHLINE SAVING GRACE 76Z AND CALF NORTHLINE SAVING GRACE 176B, Owned by Justine Schneider, Ardrossan, ABBlack BullsBull Calf Champion – PM THUNDERBIRD 25’14, Owned by Tanya Belsham, Houston, BCJunior Champion - JUSTAMERE 1422 CASH IN 461A, Owned by Justamere Farms Ltd., Lloydminster, SK and Dean & Tanya Robertson, Lloydminster, ABSenior Champion - REMITALL F PROSPECTOR 110Z, Owned by Remitall Farms, Olds, AB and Brendyn Jason Elliot, Carstairs, ABShow bull of the yearREMITALL F PROSPECTOR 110Z, Owned by Remitall Farms, Olds, AB and Brendyn Jason Elliot, Carstairs, ABReserve: JUSTAMERE 1422 CASH IN 461A, Owned by Justamere Farms Ltd., Lloydminster, SK and Dean & Tanya Robertson, Lloydminster, ABHon. Mention: PM THUNDERBIRD 25’14, Owned by Tanya Belsham, Houston, BC


Box 2148, Fort St James, BC, V0J 1P0, (P) 250-‐996-‐1577 (F) 250-‐996-‐8001 [email protected] www.canyontreefarms.ca

Hello everyone -‐ I hope this finds you well and ready for winter. The summer provided many challenges in different parts of the province with drought being the most common. I hope you were able to make enough hay and had enough pasture to see your cows through. The up side has been the incredible cattle prices for calves, yearling and culls – hopefully that has taken the sting out of any other problems you may have encountered this year.

Many things have happened in our lives this year and it is with very mixed emotions that we take this time to inform you that we have sold our cow herd. Clinton Ollenberger of Goodlow, B.C. bought all of our breeding females and the herd left here in September. Clinton and his father, Kelly, run an extensive commercial herd and have decided to add the purebreds to their operation. We wish them all the best in their new endeavours.

Our two sons, Jackson and Harrison, have made the decision to keep a group of heifer calves and they will experiment with what it means to actually “have cows” rather than just helping mom and dad have cows! It is too soon to say where this will lead but it is sure to be interesting.

We have retained all of our 2014 calves and will be doing a “farewell tour” of the bull sales in the spring. We will have bulls at the Gumbo Gulch sale in Dawson Creek at the beginning of April and at Williams Lake in the middle of April. We will also have some bulls for sale from home. Please keep an eye on our website, www.canyontreefarms.ca , for pictures and updates about the bulls as the information becomes available. We will also have some heifers that will be available for sale as open yearlings in the spring. We would love to show you the calves so if you are ever in the neighbourhood, please give us a call and come and visit.

Thanks for your time and I look forward to seeing you down the road. Have a wonderful winter.

Yours truly,


2015 GOAL Conference“Power of the Past - Force of the Future”

Hosted by the Canadian Junior Angus Association

February 14 - 16 ~ Delta Guelph Hotel50 Stone Road West, Guelph, ON N1G 0A9

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Rules: All participants must be 15 years of age and older or accompanied by a parent or guardian. No alcohol allowed at or during the conference.Fee: $125.00 Includes - Binder, deliverable, room (Saturday & Sunday), meals, all sessions and tours.Registration Deadline: January 10, 2015Schedule: The conference will start Saturday afternoon and end after lunch Monday. A detailed agenda will be available on the web-site at www.juniors.cdnangus.ca later this fall.

The Canadian Angus Foundation is sponsoring a draw for a $3000 voucher to purchase an Angus female. All you have do do is be at GOAL to be eligible to win!

Also, the CJAA and CAF are sponsoring travel bursaries for eight lucky juniors - check out the details on the web-site at www.juniors.cdnangus.ca or www.canangusfoundation.ca

Forward Registration form with payment to:Canadian Junior Angus Association (CJAA)

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CENTRAL INTERIOR AUCTIONS (auto & commercial vehi-cles) & HARVEST ANGUS (striving to be the envy of breeders and commercial cattle men everywhere), Prince George, BC

Tom & Carolyn de Waal - Owners

Tom deWaal se�led in Prince George in 1990 where he started an auto auc�on that would serve the North and central BC. It was also in June of 1990 that he would marry Carolyn, who also became ac�ve in the opera�on of the ventures that Tom became involved in.

Tom’s father was a dairy farmer out of Leduc, Al‐berta and was an inuence on his future in the ca�le industry. deWaal got the auc�on bug in 1980 when he graduated from Reisch World Wide Auc‐

�on College.

His talent as an auc�oneer was soon recognized as he began his journey and worked at Rimby Auc�on Mart, did farm sales with veteran auc�oneer Alan Olsen and worked at Edmonton Public Stockyards for eight years. Tom was also crea�ng a reputa�on in the auto industry where he contracted with several auto auc�oneer rms in Alberta, BC and Saskatchewan. His weekly calendar was lled with sales, and with his energy and love for auc�oneering he maintained this pace for ve years. Tom worked with the best in the auto and ca�le industry and their knowledge and exper�se were soon to be part of deWaal’s success. Compe��ons were part of his career and he was soon recognized as a top bid caller in Western Canada.

deWaal always had an interest in Livestock and in 1982 he commenced buying Holsteins and started his ambi�on to become involved in Breeder Ca�le in Alberta where he con‐�nues to have stock. In 2003, while owning and opera�ng an auto auc�on business in Prince George, he began buying beef ca�le in BC. With the “mad cow” epidemic having a severe effect on the ca�le industry in Canada, Tom envi‐sioned an opportunity to invest and raise Black Angus “stock”. In 2014, he has over 250 head at the “Harvest An‐gus” ranch located near Prince George.

In 2013 deWaal was elected president of the Black Angus Associa�on of BC for a two year term. At present, he has a ca�le ranch near Prince George where he specializes in “Black Angus” stock. His rm “Harvest Angus” has a high reputa�on amongst breeders and his stock has won awards at livestock ex‐hibi�ons throughout Canada and the USA.

Tom never res from keeping his livestock stalls

clean & ca le watered

The Boss at work!

Wild Bill with Tom & Shane a er a day at “Harvest Angus”

CENTRAL INTERIOR AUCTIONS & HARVEST ANGUS

Central Interior Auc�ons Ltd in Prince George, BC since its opening in 1990 has been a constant hub of ac�vity for auto buyers. His clients come from Western Canada and the USA. With the advent of internet bidding, his rm a�racts buyers outside the Prince George area. Tom es�mates over the past twenty four years, his rm has sold over 3,800 vehicles for a value over 250 million. His rm has compe��on from auto auc�oneers in BC and Alberta, however he con�nues to serve his clients with integrity, honesty and a staff that gives the best of service to all his buyers. Tom employs over 24 people in his two opera�ons and he believes in fair pay and

makes their employment enjoyable.

Tom has served as director and President of the Auc‐�oneers Associa�on of BC for over 10 years. deWaal was one of the driving forces in having a successful associa�on in BC while Wild Bill was Execu�ve Director. deWaal had great parents that taught him that there was no such thing as a free lunch – Good work ethic and being humble and honest will enhance your personal and professional life.

Tom says “Enjoy what you do and you will never work a day of your life”. deWaal never goes to auc�on sales unless he buys, sells or works at the sale.

Tom and Carolyn have inuenced the lives of many people. Their involvement with their community has helped so many. deWaal’s legacy to us all is “Be the best at what you do”.

Tom has mastered in two careers of auc�oneering and ca�le breeding. He excels in his endeavors and is highly respected by his peers in both elds. The farm boy from Leduc has come a long way and I have been blessed to have been part of his journey along with so many others.

Ted Fitche�, 2014 VP of IPE & Stampede of Arm‐strong, BC who worked with the Black Angus Associ‐a�on in 2014 stated that deWaal is a most consider‐ate and helpful person and is willing to work for a solu�on that benets all.

This June was their 24th anniversary and Tom ad‐mits that Carolyn has been a posi�ve inuence in their business ac�vi�es. Yes, they do take holidays, and Tom plays a good game of golf.

In doing this story, I travelled to Prince George where I visited his auto auc�on site and his ca�le ranch. Tom had me ringing at his auto sale which I truly enjoyed. To nish the story, I travelled to Armstrong, BC to take in the 115th Interior Provincial Exhibi�on

The Auto Team Dan, Tom, Pam & Anita

Carolyn enjoying the young angus herd with treats

Site of Auc on Sales

Central Interior Auctions and Harvest AngusBy Bill Henke, Alberta Auctioneer Association


CENTRAL INTERIOR AUCTIONS (auto & commercial vehi-cles) & HARVEST ANGUS (striving to be the envy of breeders and commercial cattle men everywhere), Prince George, BC

Tom & Carolyn de Waal - Owners

Tom deWaal se�led in Prince George in 1990 where he started an auto auc�on that would serve the North and central BC. It was also in June of 1990 that he would marry Carolyn, who also became ac�ve in the opera�on of the ventures that Tom became involved in.

Tom’s father was a dairy farmer out of Leduc, Al‐berta and was an inuence on his future in the ca�le industry. deWaal got the auc�on bug in 1980 when he graduated from Reisch World Wide Auc‐

�on College.

His talent as an auc�oneer was soon recognized as he began his journey and worked at Rimby Auc�on Mart, did farm sales with veteran auc�oneer Alan Olsen and worked at Edmonton Public Stockyards for eight years. Tom was also crea�ng a reputa�on in the auto industry where he contracted with several auto auc�oneer rms in Alberta, BC and Saskatchewan. His weekly calendar was lled with sales, and with his energy and love for auc�oneering he maintained this pace for ve years. Tom worked with the best in the auto and ca�le industry and their knowledge and exper�se were soon to be part of deWaal’s success. Compe��ons were part of his career and he was soon recognized as a top bid caller in Western Canada.

deWaal always had an interest in Livestock and in 1982 he commenced buying Holsteins and started his ambi�on to become involved in Breeder Ca�le in Alberta where he con‐�nues to have stock. In 2003, while owning and opera�ng an auto auc�on business in Prince George, he began buying beef ca�le in BC. With the “mad cow” epidemic having a severe effect on the ca�le industry in Canada, Tom envi‐sioned an opportunity to invest and raise Black Angus “stock”. In 2014, he has over 250 head at the “Harvest An‐gus” ranch located near Prince George.

In 2013 deWaal was elected president of the Black Angus Associa�on of BC for a two year term. At present, he has a ca�le ranch near Prince George where he specializes in “Black Angus” stock. His rm “Harvest Angus” has a high reputa�on amongst breeders and his stock has won awards at livestock ex‐hibi�ons throughout Canada and the USA.

Tom never res from keeping his livestock stalls

clean & ca le watered

The Boss at work!

Wild Bill with Tom & Shane a er a day at “Harvest Angus”

CENTRAL INTERIOR AUCTIONS & HARVEST ANGUS

Central Interior Auc�ons Ltd in Prince George, BC since its opening in 1990 has been a constant hub of ac�vity for auto buyers. His clients come from Western Canada and the USA. With the advent of internet bidding, his rm a�racts buyers outside the Prince George area. Tom es�mates over the past twenty four years, his rm has sold over 3,800 vehicles for a value over 250 million. His rm has compe��on from auto auc�oneers in BC and Alberta, however he con�nues to serve his clients with integrity, honesty and a staff that gives the best of service to all his buyers. Tom employs over 24 people in his two opera�ons and he believes in fair pay and

makes their employment enjoyable.

Tom has served as director and President of the Auc‐�oneers Associa�on of BC for over 10 years. deWaal was one of the driving forces in having a successful associa�on in BC while Wild Bill was Execu�ve Director. deWaal had great parents that taught him that there was no such thing as a free lunch – Good work ethic and being humble and honest will enhance your personal and professional life.

Tom says “Enjoy what you do and you will never work a day of your life”. deWaal never goes to auc�on sales unless he buys, sells or works at the sale.

Tom and Carolyn have inuenced the lives of many people. Their involvement with their community has helped so many. deWaal’s legacy to us all is “Be the best at what you do”.

Tom has mastered in two careers of auc�oneering and ca�le breeding. He excels in his endeavors and is highly respected by his peers in both elds. The farm boy from Leduc has come a long way and I have been blessed to have been part of his journey along with so many others.

Ted Fitche�, 2014 VP of IPE & Stampede of Arm‐strong, BC who worked with the Black Angus Associ‐a�on in 2014 stated that deWaal is a most consider‐ate and helpful person and is willing to work for a solu�on that benets all.

This June was their 24th anniversary and Tom ad‐mits that Carolyn has been a posi�ve inuence in their business ac�vi�es. Yes, they do take holidays, and Tom plays a good game of golf.

In doing this story, I travelled to Prince George where I visited his auto auc�on site and his ca�le ranch. Tom had me ringing at his auto sale which I truly enjoyed. To nish the story, I travelled to Armstrong, BC to take in the 115th Interior Provincial Exhibi�on

The Auto Team Dan, Tom, Pam & Anita

Carolyn enjoying the young angus herd with treats

Site of Auc on Sales

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