The Northern Branch Christmas Luncheon was held at the Coast Prince George Hotel by APA on December 5th.
We had 48 attendees. Other special guests from BC Hydro were Bob Gammer, Community Relations Manager, Mike Kellett, Site C Community Relations Manager and Stacey Sinclair, Manager. Out of town guests included Shirley Gratton and her daughters Shirli Gene and Terri Lee.
Before the delicious turkey and ham luncheon we were entertained by our own talented musicians, Keith Monroe on keyboard and Terry Receveur on the accordion playing Christmas music.
Our master of ceremonies was Al Beeson, Northern Branch President. Tim Thompson made door prize draws for those in attendance. Of the numerous prize draws there were four $50 cash prizes won by Debra Henderson, Charmaine Wiffen, Wendy Laluk and Cecil Siemens. In addition four $50 cash prizes were previously drawn for recipients from our outlying branch members, Jock Halley from Terrace, Chris Dahl from Pineview, Robert Bishop from Tumbler Ridge and Elmer North from Ft St John.
Following lunch, Bob Gammer gave us an update on yearly events at BC Hydro and a status update of the Site C Dam. Tim Thompson provided a greeting and status update from the Provincial Power Pioneers.
All those present brought donations for The St Vincent de Paul Society and The University Hospital of Northern BC Children’s and NiCu Wards.
Merry Christmas to all and a very Happy New Year for 2026.
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