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Keith McNeill

Do the residents of Upper Clearwater want to continue funding the Upper Clearwater Hall through their property taxes?

That was the question Carol Schaffer wanted answered dur-ing a sometimes stormy public meeting held Wednesday eve-ning, Feb. 4 in the hall.

She had received between 30 and 40 phone messages and emails on the matter, both for and against, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District director for Wells Gray Country (Area A) told the meeting.

To get a clearer picture of what the area residents want, Schaffer is conducting a mail-in survey to gather opinions.

The TNRD provides a financial contribution of $5,000 each year to the Upper Clearwater Farmers Institute, which owns and operates the hall.

That amounts to about $40 per year for the average prop-erty assessment in the area of $167,000, said Sukh Gill, the TNRD’s chief administrative officer.

Residential assessments count for 82 per cent of the money raised for the hall. The remainder comes from busi-nesses and farmland.

The survey contains two questions, Gill said.

The first asks if the area residents want the TNRD to collect and pay the $5,000 con-tribution for 2015.

The second question asks what people want done for 2016 and beyond. It gives three options: one, continue

collecting and paying the $5,000 contribution; two, stop collecting for the contribution but keep the taxation service in place for possible future use; or three, go through a legal process to eliminate the contribution and taxation ser-vice entirely.

Time was short to decide on the first question, Gill said. The TNRD board will be deciding on its 2015 budget in late March, which is why there is a March 6 deadline to get the surveys in.

If the survey indicates that people want to go with the third option on the second question – to eliminate the tax for the Upper Clearwater hall entirely, that would require one of three legal processes: refer-endum, petition or alternative process, Gill said.

That was because the taxation service was brought in through a legal process about 10 years ago, he explained.

The survey would not be legally binding, but for infor-mation purposes only.

A clear result would allow Schaffer to go to the TNRD board and tell the other board members that this is what the residents of Upper Clearwater want, or don’t want.

Staff at the TNRD will count the survey answers and give the results to Schaffer. The Wells Gray Country director will not see any of the names on the surveys – only the results.

A total of 86 surveys will be sent out – one to each of the property owners in the valley. Those who own more than one property will only get one sur-vey form.

Any surveys not picked up at the meeting will be sent to the property owners’ listed legal address.

The regional district col-lects taxes to support about a half dozen community halls, Gill said, including those in Vavenby, Blackpool and Little Fort. The money comes from taxes on properties within des-ignated areas surrounding each hall.

The $5,000 contribution is not the only money the Farmers Institute has received through the TNRD. Over the last few years the institute has received about $92,000 in federal gas tax money for upgrades to the hall.

Although the regional dis-trict does not directly super-vise the projects, it signs the cheques and all money must be properly accounted for.

Gill said that, according to financial reports filed with the regional district, the institute had revenue of about $14,000 in the year up to March 31, 2014. Expenditures were about $8,300, of which the largest expenses were insurance, fuel oil, tools and hydro.

The Farmers Institute had about $16,000 in its bank account at the time.

More than 30 people attended the Upper Clearwater meeting. It was one of three Schaffer held recently to gather input and inform people about what’s going on.

Other meetings were held in Vavenby on Jan. 28 and in Blackpool on Feb. 2.

The Wells Gray Country director plans further meet-ings for Birch Island and East Blackpool in the spring.

Controversy swirls around the Upper Clearwater HallVikings

go wildTop left: Charlotte Smith looks like an au-thentic Valkyrie as she takes part in the an-nual Birch Leg cross-country ski event at Candle Creek trails on Saturday (note her wooden skis). A good-sized crowd, many of them wearing Viking costume, took part in the event. Activities during the fun event included choice of distances to ski plus a Scandinavian lunch with Norwegian meat-balls.

Bottom left: Cara Elliot carries baby Amy Elliot during the Birch Leg. The event commemo-rates an incident in 13th Century Norway when two Vikings carried the two-year-old son of their king over the mountains to safety during a civil war.Photos byKeith McNeill

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Wondering what to do with a small box full of letters and photos to do with Clearwater has the daughter of a former teacher wishing there was a museum in this community.

Edith Bowles (later Benwell) taught at what likely was the only school in Clearwater during the 1944/45 term, accord-

ing to her daughter.She is believed to

have lived in a teacher-age in the schoolyard. She had a class of 36 students of mixed ages and abilities.

Bowles also taught English at a nearby prisoner-of-war camp (apparently she had no problem with dis-cipline. The guards all had guns and the pris-oners all had targets on their backs).

One of the prison-

ers carved her a model of the ship he had been in when it was sunk by the Allies. A

family member still has it.

Her mother was an example of courage and determination so frequently seen after the Depression and during World War II, said her daughter.

Bowles was a victim of polio. She suffered paralysis of her right side and required an iron lung for breathing during Grades 11 and 12, meaning that com-pletion of high school demanded real grit.

She experienced what became known as post polio syn-drome for the rest of her life.

She was fortu-nate to start Normal School (teachers col-lege) in Regina when she was 19 and even more fortunate to be selected after just a few months there to take a school and start earning money.

Her first school had 45 students, includ-ing 18 who did not speak English. After teaching a second year in Saskatchewan she applied for and was accepted to go to Clearwater.

In 1945, as the war ended she married her husband, who was about to be discharged

from the RCAF, and began their happy 52 year marriage.

Then known as Edith Benwell, she returned to teaching when her own children were of school age. She ended her career in the late 1980s as a high school teacher.

In 1970 she earned her B.Ed. and B.A. from the University of Saskatchewan.

While she was in Clearwater, the young teacher wrote home regularly about what was going on in this community. She also took a number of pho-tographs.

The daughter noted that she does not have any pictures of her father when he was young, and she suspects the same is true of at least some of the students in the photo of her mother’s class.

All that mate-rial about Clearwater, now 70 years old, is sitting in a box in Saskatchewan, wait-ing for someone to do something with it, says the daughter.

“I was really sur-prised and disappoint-ed when I was told there is no museum in Clearwater,” she said.

Photo shows a class of students at a school in Clearwater during the 1944/45 term. A six-year-old in the photo would be 76 years old now, the teacher’s daughter points out. Photo submitted.

Former teacher’s daughter seeks safe place for artifacts

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A townhall meeting held by TNRD director Carol Schaffer in Blackpool Hall on Monday, Feb. 2, although not so stormy as one she held on Feb. 4 in Upper Clearwater Hall, was perhaps more productive on more issues.

As with the Upper Clearwater meeting and with one she held earlier in Vavenby, the main purpose of the Blackpool gathering was to inform people about what the Thompson-Nicola Regional District is doing and to get input on what people would like to see happen next.

The regional district has about $200,000 ready to spend in its 2015 budget on a new park to be located next to Blackpool Hall, Schaffer reported.

Construction should begin this spring.The TNRD director asked that local residents

volunteer to help out. The more work volunteers do, the farther the budgeted dollars can go.

There is also $10,000 budgeted for dock replacement at Ferry Road Park, as well as for an information kiosk to be located there.

The kiosk would tell the whole history of the former ferry crossing, and not focus on any one individual, she said.

Blackpool resident Ron Rotzetter asked how the TNRD lets out its contracts for bids.

He had not been aware there was a contract to do work on the Blackpool firehall until he saw the scaffolding going up.

Local contracts should be advertised locally, he felt.

Services coordinator Sherri Madden said the regional district has policies it must follow when contracts go out for bids, depending on the size of the contract. Anything over $75,000

must go onto BC Bid.Rotzetter also voiced complaints he has heard

about the regional district’s building inspection and other services relating to business.

“The TNRD is not warm and huggable,” he said. “We need to make things work for our community.”

Keith Hanna asked for clarification on plans for the Blackpool firehall. Spending $3,000-$4,000 every three to five years to paint the roof for cosmetic purposes did not sound like a good use of money to him.

On the other hand, he thought investing $18,000 to replace the firehall’s wooden siding with artificial was worth doing.

Hanna also asked about getting a left turn lane on Highway 5 at Jenkins Road.

The matter had been looked at before, said services coordinator Sherri Madden, but there was no reason why Schaffer could not raise it again with the provincial government.

“Maybe you can borrow the one from Vavenby,” Schaffer said, referring to a left turn lane on Highway 5 there that turns off into a little-used logging road.

Noreen Venables asked about getting more streetlights in the community.

Lights are to be put up on Thompson Drive and Foote Road, said Schaffer.

She asked that people let her or services coor-dinator Sherri Madden know of other locations where they are needed.

Blackpool gets progress report

Keith McNeill

District of Clearwater is going to look into setting up a museum for the community – but it won’t be right away.

During a meeting held Feb. 3, town council voted in favor of a recommendation that it direct staff to contact the Historic Society of Canada for further information on estab-lishing a museum.

However, councillors also accepted an amendment suggested by Mayor John Harwood that it only be done once council has adopted a museum as a priority and that it be contingent on staff avail-ability.

The decision was in response to a presentation from area resident Chuck Emery during a previous town council meeting.

Councillor Shelley Sim noted that the presentation had come from an individual and not a committee.

Public to give input on Dutch Lake beach plan

A recently released consul-tant’s report that proposes $4.4 million worth of improvements to Dutch Lake Park and the adjacent Bampton Recreation Area was “a bit of a surprise,” according to chief administra-tive officer Leslie Groulx.

Council accepted staff’s rec-ommendation that the Dutch Lake Beach concept plan be included for the public’s infor-mation during a budget open house to be held Feb. 12.

No canoes in canoe regatta?Councillor Shelley Sim

suggested that possibly all the

events at the annual Clearwater Canoe Regatta could be held at Rotary Sports Park and Clearwater Secondary School.

The dry-land events had proven very popular last year, she said.

Sim has been one of the regatta’s principal organizers over the years.

She was commenting during a discussion on when this year’s regatta should be held.

In previous years it has been held during the weekend following the Labor Day week-end. However, last year it was pushed back a week to avoid conflicting with a music event at Serenity Centre near Birch Island.

Council voted to defer mak-ing a decision on the date until more information could be gathered.

Museum put on back burner

Giving gifts at forumSimpcw First Nation band councillor Fred Fortier (l) presents a ceremonial drum to Clearwater mayor John Harwood during a community-to-community forum held in Clearwater on Friday, Jan. 30. The meeting was one of a series held over the past few years to improve communication and coordination between all local governments in the North Thompson Valley, including First Nations and Thompson-Nicola Regional District. Photo by Keith McNeill


Keith McNeill

Wondering what to do with a small box full of letters and photos to do with Clearwater has the daughter of a former teacher wishing there was a museum in this community.

Edith Bowles (later Benwell) taught at what likely was the only school in Clearwater during the 1944/45 term, accord-

ing to her daughter.She is believed to

have lived in a teacher-age in the schoolyard. She had a class of 36 students of mixed ages and abilities.

Bowles also taught English at a nearby prisoner-of-war camp (apparently she had no problem with dis-cipline. The guards all had guns and the pris-oners all had targets on their backs).

One of the prison-

ers carved her a model of the ship he had been in when it was sunk by the Allies. A

family member still has it.

Her mother was an example of courage and determination so frequently seen after the Depression and during World War II, said her daughter.

Bowles was a victim of polio. She suffered paralysis of her right side and required an iron lung for breathing during Grades 11 and 12, meaning that com-pletion of high school demanded real grit.

She experienced what became known as post polio syn-drome for the rest of her life.

She was fortu-nate to start Normal School (teachers col-lege) in Regina when she was 19 and even more fortunate to be selected after just a few months there to take a school and start earning money.

Her first school had 45 students, includ-ing 18 who did not speak English. After teaching a second year in Saskatchewan she applied for and was accepted to go to Clearwater.

In 1945, as the war ended she married her husband, who was about to be discharged

from the RCAF, and began their happy 52 year marriage.

Then known as Edith Benwell, she returned to teaching when her own children were of school age. She ended her career in the late 1980s as a high school teacher.

In 1970 she earned her B.Ed. and B.A. from the University of Saskatchewan.

While she was in Clearwater, the young teacher wrote home regularly about what was going on in this community. She also took a number of pho-tographs.

The daughter noted that she does not have any pictures of her father when he was young, and she suspects the same is true of at least some of the students in the photo of her mother’s class.

All that mate-rial about Clearwater, now 70 years old, is sitting in a box in Saskatchewan, wait-ing for someone to do something with it, says the daughter.

“I was really sur-prised and disappoint-ed when I was told there is no museum in Clearwater,” she said.

Photo shows a class of students at a school in Clearwater during the 1944/45 term. A six-year-old in the photo would be 76 years old now, the teacher’s daughter points out. Photo submitted.

Former teacher’s daughter seeks safe place for artifacts

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2015-2019 Five Year Financial Plan - Budget Open House

Council is determining how services are going to be delivered and to what standards, while balancing the cost to the taxpayers. Council considers the effect of taxation on all taxpayers including business and residential when making financial decisions. Your input is welcome as our long term plan is created. Council needs to know what the community’s priorities are. How much are you willing to pay for clean, reliable drinking water? Is recreation and parks important to your family? What do you expect for road maintenance? Input can be provided by email to [email protected], or in writing either mailed in or dropped off at the District. A public meeting for a draft budget presentation will be held at Dutch Lake Community Centre on February 12th, 2015 at 3pm-5pm and 6pm-8pm.

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February 12th Budget Open House 3:00pm-5:00pm and 6:00pm-8:00pm. With presentations at 4:00pm and 7:00pm (At the Dutch Lake Community Centre).

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Roundabout Open House The District of Clearwater will be holding a public informational open house to discuss a proposal to construct a roundabout at the existing intersection of Highway 5 and Clearwater Valley Road and Park Drive. Representatives from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure will be present to explain how a roundabout works, give statistics and answer questions. The Open House will be held between 2:00pm-4:00pm and between 6:00 to 8:00pm Wednesday March 7th, 2012 at the Clearwater Secondary School Pit. Your input will guide our decisions. 2012-2016 Financial Plan Public Input The District of Clearwater is preparing its Five Year Financial Plan for the period of 2012-2016 and would like public input. Members of the community are encouraged to contribute input at any meeting or by dropping information at the District office or email Sheila Thiessen, Director of Finance at [email protected]. There will a public presentation of the Draft Financial Plan on April 3rd, 2012. District Grant in Aid Policy The Council of the District of Clearwater recognizes the value to the community of local clubs, groups, nonprofit organizations and charities. Applications for grants-in-aid must be made in writing addressed to the Finance and Audit Committee by April 30th, each calendar year in which the grant is required. The application shall state the reason for the request and a brief outline of the consequences if the grant is not approved. All grant applications shall declare requests that have been made to other governments/agencies the amounts applied for and the amount expected to be received. Grant in Aid forms are available at the District office. ICBC/Motor Vehicle “Insuring your teens? Make sure you have the right coverage” Did you know, ICBC offers an Excess Special Equipment endorsement? It insures permanently attached non-manufacturer's equipment worth more than $5,000, or permanently attached sound and communication equipment worth more than $1,000 for most passenger and light commercial vehicles. Historical Photos The District of Clearwater is looking for old photos depicting the Municipal Hall and other landmarks of Clearwater. Bring your old photos in and we will scan and return immediately. The best ones will be put up on the website. Items to Note

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Let's keep the Upper Clearwater Hall open for everyone's sake

editorial by keith mcNeill

Opinion“ Some of us think holding on makes us strong; but sometimes it is

letting go. - Hermann Hesse, writer

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Letters

Acts of terror threaten all our freedoms

Over the past few years the Upper Clearwater Farmers Institute has, with the help of federal gas tax, lottery and other grants, plus a lot of its members' own volunteer labor, converted what had been a close-to-derelict building into a first class community hall.

People from all around the world comment on the hall's beautiful appearance.

You would think the members of the Farmers Institute all would be getting medals. Instead, some of their neighbours indicate that they have lost confidence in how the Institute operates.

What is going on?It was pretty evident during last Wednesday's

somewhat stormy public meeting that the Farmers Institute has a communication problem.

One gets the impression that its members are the sort of people who like to get out and do things, rather than sit around talking.

Unfortunately, there are times when an important part of the job is talking to people

about what you're doing.Getting defensive doesn't help. You need to

listen carefully to what people are saying to you.Some of those who criticize the Farmers

Institute appear to have a communication prob-lem too.

It is hard to see what benefit would come from denying the institute the $5,000 grant-in-aid it receives each year to operate the hall.

That would mean going back to bake sales and other fundraisers – not a good use of volun-teer time.

The alternative would be to simply lock the hall's doors. Anyone who thinks it is possible these days to operate a public building without adequate liability insurance is foolish.

The Upper Clearwater Hall is too valuable a community resource to be casually thrown away.

Let us hope that cooler heads will prevail and a way can be found to keep the hall operating as it should.

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Editor, The Times: The brilliant if somewhat erratic

German military commander Erwin Rommel kept a very detailed diary – Rommel's papers – throughout his whole ill-fated career in the German army.

During the Nazi sweep through France, Rommel's force collected a number of prisoners of war. The bulk, besides the French, were British.

In his diaries Rommel noted what poor physical condition many of those English soldiers were in.

I've just finished Leonard Mosley's “On Borrowed Time.” In this narrative

of how the British and the French sold Czechoslovakia down the drain (they wondered why Stalin signed a non-aggression pact with Hitler). Moseley points out that the Chamberlain gov-ernment not only favoured getting close to Adolph Hitler, but also was obsessed with balancing the budget.

With over a million men out of work in England, the dole, inadequate as it always was, was cut. Mosley notes that many upper-class Englishmen saw the Depression as a good way to put the lower orders in their place – chasten them thoroughly, one might say!

So this belt-tightening passed right

down to the ranks and file of the British army. These undernourished, poorly-fed men were expected to go out and fight for king and country.

So why bring this distant episode up now? As John Maynard Keynes pointed out, in troubled financial times the last thing a government should be concerned with is balancing the books. It's time for stimulus – public works. Perhaps some of the one to five per cent of Canada's citizen's should contribute a little more? Oh horrors no! The lowest taxes are the law of the land.

Even Andrew Coyne (not known for any left-learning tendencies) has pointed

out that the Harper government's obses-sion with balancing the budget is simply the wrong thing with so much financial uncertainty lurking about.

However from the sound and fury coming from Ottawa, balancing the books is the only way to go.

While it probably won't send under-nourished Canadian soldiers into the field of battle this balance it at all cost could well have some pretty bad conse-quences.

Something to think about in the year 2015.

Dennis PeacockClearwater, B.C.

Balancing the budget can have bad consequences

Editor, The Times:Freedom of speech

or expression and reli-gious controversy are not something new.

What is relatively new is how we deal with it.

In a democratic system we have the right (freedom) to state our opinion (without this right we might still be in the Dark Ages and believe the Earth is flat).

What we don't have is the right to be judge, jury and execu-tioner if someone offends or disagrees with us.

Any radical extremist groups who

are attempting to impose their system of beliefs on others by acts of terror or force are going against all the freedoms we value.

It is my opinion that we have not only

the right, but the responsibility to speak out against this viola-tion of human rights.

Bob MumfordBirch Island, B.C.


BC Chamber of Commerce

February 16, 2015, marks the begin-ning of Chamber of Commerce Week, an opportunity for chambers of com-merce across British Columbia to showcase their hard work on behalf of business communities across the province.

This year, chambers are celebrating the theme of “Leadership in Action” – a theme which highlights the leadership chambers bring to their business communities, work-ing hard to enhance B.C. as a business-friendly jurisdiction

with strong opportu-nities for all British Columbians.

And this leader-ship delivers results. Following on B.C. chambers’ active advocacy, the federal and provincial gov-ernments working in partnership, were able to deliver a significant win for B.C.’s busi-nesses: the launch of the Canada Job Grant in B.C.

Thanks to the hard work of cham-bers in B.C., work-ing closely with a responsive govern-ment, employers will be able to apply for up $10,000 in training funds. The Canada Job Grant, funded

by the Government of Canada and administered by the Province of B.C., is an innovative cost-sharing program that helps employers offset the cost of training for new or current employees.

And that’s just one of many posi-tive changes that the chamber network has led for B.C. businesses. Among many areas of impact, B.C.’s cham-bers have been a key voice:

• encouraging bal-anced budgets at all levels of government;

• continuing to call for solutions to B.C.’s skills gap; and

• encouraging

municipalities to actively support local economic develop-ment.

As members of the BC Chamber of Commerce, chambers throughout the prov-ince are part of B.C.’s most extensive business policy development process. This process brings B.C. businesses’ innovative ideas and on-the-ground insights to B.C.’s decision mak-ers, and helps shape an ever more business-friendly province. Chamber network policies span from fis-cal and tax policy to infrastructure to indus-try-specific issues.

At the local level, chambers through-

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Ingomar Demski: No, we've only got 3,000 people here. The taxes would go up for people on pensions.

Garth Campbell (Little Fort):I would say yes. If it needs upgrading, they should spend it and get it done.

Richard Stroh:I think it's vital for Clearwater to grow areas that service the community and its people. I only hope that the price tag doesn't come at the expense of other noble projects.

Marie Dee:If it benefits Clearwa-ter without being too much of a burden.

Sandra Holmes: Yes, I do. I think it's a very important fea-ture in this commu-nity. Sometimes we have to look away from the money and at the long term benefit.

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B.C. wolves running out of places to hideEditor, The Times:

B.C.’s grey wolves, Canis lupus, are run-ning out of places to hide. There are new plans to kill an estimated 184 wolves living in British Columbia before the snow melts.

Whole packs will be chased by heli-copters until they are exhausted, and then shot under the guise of recovering dwin-dling caribou herds in the South Selkirk and South Peace areas.

Caribou are in this situation because of us, not because of wolves. The province has allowed energy and recreation indus-tries to destroy critical caribou habitat, facilitating predation by wolves which would otherwise be less able to access remote caribou herds. Despite scientific consensus on the interaction between habitat destruction and predation, the gov-ernment allowed destructive activities to continue for more than 50 years.

As a consequence of our neglect, we are left in a conservation dilemma: is it appropriate to kill one species in the name of legal protection of another? The answer to this question is simpler than the overall

solution – critical habitat must be pre-served in the first place.

The public deserves to be informed about how their tax dollars are being spent, to what end, and for how long. The public deserves to know how B.C.’s iconic apex predators are treated and how our wildlife and wild places are consistently coming in second place to short-sighted industrial greed. To that end, we outline the critical flaws of B.C.’s death sentence for wolves:

This choice is scientifically unsound. This is not the first time aerial gunning and sterilization of wolves has occurred in B.C. All past efforts have failed to increase caribou numbers. Similar efforts to protect caribou in Alberta resulted in almost 1,000 wolves being killed, and research shows that it is not enough to render caribou populations viable in the long-term.

Wolf populations rebound quickly and dispersing wolves fill in the vacant space created following wolf removal – the kill-ing must continue on taxpayer dollars for many decades until habitat recovers natu-

rally. Furthermore, most caribou herds live in multi-predator environments that also support bears, mountain lions, wolverines and lynx. Focussing on removing a single type of predator will not be effective.

This is a question of animal welfare. In recent decades we have learned more about the true nature of wolves as emotional and intelligent beings, and their unique and beneficial impacts on biodiversity. Are we as a society prepared to spend the next thirty or more years gunning down families of wolves? This practice is not an approved method under Canada’s current guidelines on Approved Animal Care.

This is an expensive, short-sighted approach to caribou recovery. Hiring sharp-shooters and flying them around remote B.C. in helicopters in order to destroy entire wolf packs will take hun-dreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars. It is morally indefensible that taxpayers are paying for the government’s neglect of wildlife. Do B.C. residents want their money spent on helicopters, or ecological restoration, education, health care, etc.?

Although more than a decade of steril-ization and wolf killing eliminated nearly all of the wolves in certain caribou recov-ery areas, the B.C. Wolf Management plan (April 17, 2014) states that these efforts, did not result in any measurable benefits for caribou. The threat of losing legally protected species such as mountain cari-bou highlights an important lesson to be learned by the B.C. government: ethical and effective conservation should never come second to the interests of industry.

Environmental groups remain con-cerned that current wolf management lacks a truly ecological foundation. Many argue that both ethical considerations and past research on conservation, ecol-ogy, and wolf social dynamics were left out of this part of the Mountain Caribou Recovery Implementation Plan (MCRIP) and an apparent pre-determined agenda which encourages killing wolves has been exposed.

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50 YEARS AGO:Blackpool school

bus driver Albert Heywood was exoner-ated of all blame after his bus was extensively damaged when hit by a CNR train. It was the opinion of the school board that extremely bad road conditions at the scene were the cause of the empty school bus stalling on the tracks. School district secre-tary treasurer J. Alan Smith said he would take all the steps nec-essary to have a bus on the road the follow-ing Monday. School boards from Barriere and Birch Island were to discuss joint action in providing secondary school programs.

45 YEARS AGO:Clearwater Sno-

Drifters were encour-aged by the interest in snowmobiling in the district. Club mem-bership was 57, and average attendance at meetings was 30.

40 YEARS AGO:A soft drink truck

jack-knifed on the new Highway 5 bridge across the Clearwater River, coming to rest with its front wheels suspended high over the river. The bridge had been opened with-out guardrails a few weeks earlier.

Clearwater Improvement District received a letter from the city of Clearwater, Florida. A totem pole

had been sent to the Florida city of 80,000 the previous year.

An apartment block offering multiple suites was under construc-tion in Clearwater.

35 YEARS AGO:School District 26

(North Thompson) had been asked to take over manage-ment and financing of the Sportsplex, said TNRD Area A representative Hans Krauseneck. If the

request was turned down, the building faced bankruptcy, he said.

A building boom saw permits being issued for 25 single family residences, 18 single wide mobiles, one commercial, four institutional, one industrial and one cabin in Area A. Within the North Thompson there were 184 construction per-mits in 1979.

TNRD approved a rezoning which would have allowed construc-tion of a new shop-ping center behind the Wells Gray Hotel. Area A director Hans Krauseneck told the board that the main argument against the center was that it would fragment the business community further.


Drifter’s eighth annual Snowarama raised $2,100 for the Lions Society for Crippled Children Fund.

Clearwater Midget Reps were assured of a first place finish in the Okanagan Mainline Hockey League after two convincing wins over Sicamous. Coach was Dave Tremblay Sr.

Ron Federenko took over as manager

of Thompson Valley Savings Credit union in Clearwater from Marv Kropinak.

25 YEARS AGO:A decision by

School District 26 trustees to raise their stipends by 100 per cent resulted in about 75 persons attending a school board meet-ing. Former school principal Alan Child believed the school dis-trict should amalgam-ate with Kamloops.

20 YEARS AGO:Thirty bush work-

ers – fallers, buckers, machine operators – officially became the nucleus of the North Thompson Loggers Association. Inequalities in pay and benefits among employees of the forest industry contractors was the impetus lead-ing to formation of the group. Bob Hole was elected president by acclamation.

15 YEARS AGO:Colleen Foucault

and others at the North Thompson Community Skills Center developed a CD-ROM to deliver a pre-self employment program. “This is a unique product for the

world,” said manager Glenn Olien.

The Sportsplex faced a $250,000 bill to replace the arena’s 25-year-old refrig-eration system, an engineer told the CID board. Trustee Gord Pidcock moved that a design be drawn up and put to tender.

Forest companies in the Kamloops Timber Supply Area were seeking public input to help them meet forest certification standards set by the Canadian Standards Association.

A RCMP Corridor Enforcement Program resulted in the num-ber of local residents being stopped for traf-fic violations decreas-ing from 28 per cent in May to six per cent in October.

10 YEARS AGO:A Blue River land-

mark went out of business. Residents mourned the closure of Janie’s General Store, almost as old as Blue River itself.

Spirit of BC Week saw banners flying throughout the North Thompson Valley to commemorate the five year countdown until the 2010 Winter Olympics in Whistler and Vancouver.

A referendum was held to decide whether or not to construct an indoor public swim-ming pool and aquatic center in Clearwater. The proposal was rejected with votes registering 918 against and 644 votes in favor. “We had an excellent turnout of voters, and it gave a clear demonstration that the residents of Wells Gray Country weren’t in favor of it,” com-mented Bert Walker, TNRD director.

5 YEARS AGO:Raft Mountain

appeared to have a twin as District of Clearwater

erected two large signs with pictures of the mountain on them next to Highway 5 at either end of town.

A process to develop a new official com-munity plan (OCP) was getting support. "In some other communi-ties it's been like pulling teeth to get people to participate. Here, we're getting people calling up, asking how to get involved," reported Deb Biddiscombe, one of the consultants involved.

Students and staff at Vavenby Elementary School brought in more pennies than an adult could lift in a penny drive for Camp Mackenzie, a United Church camp on Mabel Lake near Enderby.

1 YEAR AGO:Buy-Low Foods

showed its plans for a shopping cen-tre to be located next to the round-about in Clearwater. Construction could be completed by December, said Michael Lee, a vice-president with the Jim Pattison Group. However, a more realistic timeline would be for comple-tion in June or July of 2015, he said.

First baby of the year from this area was Mira Jane Willowtree Fullen, daughter of Kris Olson and Jordan Fullen. She was born Jan. 15 in Kamloops.

First baby boy was Ronnie James Mackenzie, son of Ryan and Rhauna Mackenzie. He was born in Kamloops on Jan. 20. Babies had not been born in Clearwater's hospital for several years.

District of Clearwater was con-sidering a 9.5 per cent tax increase, reported finance committee chair Gord Heisterman. “I know it sounds terrible but it's a necessary step to keep to our longterm plan,” he said.

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By Elli KohnertNorth Thompson Star/Journal

The small settle-ment of Vavenby is home to Ecki Manthei, a gifted artist who‘s artwork grows out of his connection to nature, and his drive to follow every new idea with a passion that moves him to create what is in his imagina-tion, without delay.

Ecki’s home stands out from all others in the Vavenby trailer park where it cannot be missed. Two large life-like eagles formed from wood, seem to be guarding his prop-erty. Varieties of crea-tures also made from wood, line the path to the house; and the ambiance of this place leaves no doubt that an artist lives here.

Ecki, and his life partner, Marilyn, arrived in the North Thompson Valley about five years ago. When they saw the trailer court in Vavenby, they “liked it right away and bought it”; a comfort-able, quiet place that allows his creativity to flourish.

Ecki says he emi-grated with his parents from Austria when he was a very young boy in 1945. He has lived and worked in various northern locations in

Canada, and eventu-ally came to live in Cloverdale, B.C. It is there that he began his artistic career.

Seashells were his medium then, tells Ecki as he explains how they lend them-selves to be made into clocks for instance, or be used as a canvas for his paintings.

When the couple eventually settled in the community of Vavenby, it is here that Ecki took on art as his life work.

Ecki has trans-formed one room of their home into an art gallery, where he now displays the numer-ous ‘Art By Ecki’ cre-ations.

The variety of his work is remarkable; it ranges from usable art, like wooden spoons and clocks, to wildlife and nature paintings. Ecki uses antlers for many of his carvings that depict wildlife, especially wolves, in their habitat.

“When I am walking in the forest, or along a stream, I often see something that gives me an idea for a proj-ect,” says the artist, “I may pick up a rock that would be just right to paint something on, or maybe I am lucky to find a moose or deer antler, and I know right away what I want to

carve on it!” He notes that near-

ly all the materials he uses in his creations are natural; giving the artwork its special character.

Sometimes a per-son may come into the gallery to view Ecki’s work, and they may purchase a special item of art for their own home. Most of the time though, Ecki and Marilyn market the art work by taking part in craft fairs.

“At some I do well, with others I do not,” commented the art-

ist on selling his work through craft fairs.

The couple say they have a few tentative ideas in mind for mar-keting; such as going on the road to sell their creations. But right now, they have no immediate plans that they want to follow.

“We like it here in Vavenby,” says Ecki, “We feel comfortable around here, and we do enjoy to be with the friends we have made in the area. For now, ‘Ecki’s Art’ will have its home in the North Thompson Valley .”

Nature plays a large part in Art by Ecki

(Above) Ecki Manthei of Vavenby shows one of the many ant-lers he has carved that are displayed in his home gallery.

(Top left) Ecki’s life partner, Marilyn, looks on on as he passionately describes his art creations to the Star/Journal reporter.

(Bottom left) Some of the beautiful creations that Ecki offers for sale to the public from his Vavenby gallery or at craft fairs.

STAR/JOURNAL photos: Elli Kohnert

Celebration of Art in Barriere June 23, 24By Jill HaywardNorth Thompson Star/Journal

Everything is in place for the June 23, and 24, Barriere Celebration of The Arts. The venue will be similar to last year’s event and will once again be hosted on property beside Highway 5 in Barriere, now the home of Sam’s Pizza and Rib House.

The two day Celebration of Art event is an extravaganza of art and culture, featuring the amazing talent of the North Thompson Valley and British Columbia.

Put on by the North Thomspon Arts Council, and the Yellowhead Artists Cooperative, the venue

continues to be admission free to the public, and encourages youth to attend and participate in the 12 years and under Art Activity Area.

Those involved say they expect a strong turnout of ven-dors this year and that they are looking forward to presenting such a broad range of top qual-ity art for exhibition and/or for sale.

Organizers say booth space is being filled fast by artists and artisans, and they encourage those who have not yet registered to do so now and avoid being disappointed. Service groups and organizations are also wel-come to participate to promote their programs in a booth at the site. Vendors are reminded they

must supply their own canopy or tent, and that power is not available.

If you would like more infor-mation or would like to book a space, or volunteer, please call Jessie at 250-672-9772.

“We figure that all the rain will be done with by then,” said one positive thinker, “It will be a great weekend, and the vendor tents will be to provide shade from the sun, not keep the rain off. We are expecting lots of art-ists, and a steady stream of visi-tors to our presentation. Come on down and see the extremely good works being produced from people within our art com-munity. You’ll be impressed – I guarantee it!”

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50 YEARS AGO:Blackpool school

bus driver Albert Heywood was exoner-ated of all blame after his bus was extensively damaged when hit by a CNR train. It was the opinion of the school board that extremely bad road conditions at the scene were the cause of the empty school bus stalling on the tracks. School district secre-tary treasurer J. Alan Smith said he would take all the steps nec-essary to have a bus on the road the follow-ing Monday. School boards from Barriere and Birch Island were to discuss joint action in providing secondary school programs.


Drifters were encour-aged by the interest in snowmobiling in the district. Club mem-bership was 57, and average attendance at meetings was 30.

40 YEARS AGO:A soft drink truck

jack-knifed on the new Highway 5 bridge across the Clearwater River, coming to rest with its front wheels suspended high over the river. The bridge had been opened with-out guardrails a few weeks earlier.

Clearwater Improvement District received a letter from the city of Clearwater, Florida. A totem pole

had been sent to the Florida city of 80,000 the previous year.

An apartment block offering multiple suites was under construc-tion in Clearwater.

35 YEARS AGO:School District 26

(North Thompson) had been asked to take over manage-ment and financing of the Sportsplex, said TNRD Area A representative Hans Krauseneck. If the

request was turned down, the building faced bankruptcy, he said.

A building boom saw permits being issued for 25 single family residences, 18 single wide mobiles, one commercial, four institutional, one industrial and one cabin in Area A. Within the North Thompson there were 184 construction per-mits in 1979.

TNRD approved a rezoning which would have allowed construc-tion of a new shop-ping center behind the Wells Gray Hotel. Area A director Hans Krauseneck told the board that the main argument against the center was that it would fragment the business community further.


Drifter’s eighth annual Snowarama raised $2,100 for the Lions Society for Crippled Children Fund.

Clearwater Midget Reps were assured of a first place finish in the Okanagan Mainline Hockey League after two convincing wins over Sicamous. Coach was Dave Tremblay Sr.

Ron Federenko took over as manager

of Thompson Valley Savings Credit union in Clearwater from Marv Kropinak.

25 YEARS AGO:A decision by

School District 26 trustees to raise their stipends by 100 per cent resulted in about 75 persons attending a school board meet-ing. Former school principal Alan Child believed the school dis-trict should amalgam-ate with Kamloops.

20 YEARS AGO:Thirty bush work-

ers – fallers, buckers, machine operators – officially became the nucleus of the North Thompson Loggers Association. Inequalities in pay and benefits among employees of the forest industry contractors was the impetus lead-ing to formation of the group. Bob Hole was elected president by acclamation.

15 YEARS AGO:Colleen Foucault

and others at the North Thompson Community Skills Center developed a CD-ROM to deliver a pre-self employment program. “This is a unique product for the

world,” said manager Glenn Olien.

The Sportsplex faced a $250,000 bill to replace the arena’s 25-year-old refrig-eration system, an engineer told the CID board. Trustee Gord Pidcock moved that a design be drawn up and put to tender.

Forest companies in the Kamloops Timber Supply Area were seeking public input to help them meet forest certification standards set by the Canadian Standards Association.

A RCMP Corridor Enforcement Program resulted in the num-ber of local residents being stopped for traf-fic violations decreas-ing from 28 per cent in May to six per cent in October.

10 YEARS AGO:A Blue River land-

mark went out of business. Residents mourned the closure of Janie’s General Store, almost as old as Blue River itself.

Spirit of BC Week saw banners flying throughout the North Thompson Valley to commemorate the five year countdown until the 2010 Winter Olympics in Whistler and Vancouver.

A referendum was held to decide whether or not to construct an indoor public swim-ming pool and aquatic center in Clearwater. The proposal was rejected with votes registering 918 against and 644 votes in favor. “We had an excellent turnout of voters, and it gave a clear demonstration that the residents of Wells Gray Country weren’t in favor of it,” com-mented Bert Walker, TNRD director.

5 YEARS AGO:Raft Mountain

appeared to have a twin as District of Clearwater

erected two large signs with pictures of the mountain on them next to Highway 5 at either end of town.

A process to develop a new official com-munity plan (OCP) was getting support. "In some other communi-ties it's been like pulling teeth to get people to participate. Here, we're getting people calling up, asking how to get involved," reported Deb Biddiscombe, one of the consultants involved.

Students and staff at Vavenby Elementary School brought in more pennies than an adult could lift in a penny drive for Camp Mackenzie, a United Church camp on Mabel Lake near Enderby.

1 YEAR AGO:Buy-Low Foods

showed its plans for a shopping cen-tre to be located next to the round-about in Clearwater. Construction could be completed by December, said Michael Lee, a vice-president with the Jim Pattison Group. However, a more realistic timeline would be for comple-tion in June or July of 2015, he said.

First baby of the year from this area was Mira Jane Willowtree Fullen, daughter of Kris Olson and Jordan Fullen. She was born Jan. 15 in Kamloops.

First baby boy was Ronnie James Mackenzie, son of Ryan and Rhauna Mackenzie. He was born in Kamloops on Jan. 20. Babies had not been born in Clearwater's hospital for several years.

District of Clearwater was con-sidering a 9.5 per cent tax increase, reported finance committee chair Gord Heisterman. “I know it sounds terrible but it's a necessary step to keep to our longterm plan,” he said.

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Harper Creek Mining Corp. proposes the construction and operation of an open-pit mine located 90 kilometres northeast of Kamloops, British Columbia (B.C.). The Harper Creek Mine Project is expected to produce 70,000 tonnes of copper-gold-silver ore per day (25 million tonnes per year) over a mine life of 28 years.

The Harper Creek Mine Project is subject to review under both the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and B.C.’s Environ-mental Assessment Act and is undergoing a coordinated environmental assessment.

Public Comment Period The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) and B.C.’s Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) are inviting the public to comment on the Application / Environmental Impact Statement (Application / EIS) submitted by the proponent, Harper Creek Mining Corp. The Application / EIS describes the project and its potential to cause environmental, heritage, health, social, and economic effects.

A copy of the complete Application / EIS is available online at www.ceaa-acee.gc.ca and at www.eao.gov.bc.ca, along with a shorter summary of the document and additional information about the environmental assessment process.

The public comment period is from February 19, 2015 to March 21, 2015. The Agency and the EAO accept public com-ments during this time submitted by any of the following means:

By Online Form: www.eao.gov.bc.ca By Email: [email protected] By Fax: 250-387-2208

By mail: Zoltan Fabian, Project Manager OR Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency 410-701 West Georgia Street Vancouver, British Columbia V7Y 1C6

The Agency accepts comments in English or in French. Any comments only need to be submitted once to either the Agency or the EAO to be considered for both the provincial and federal environmental assessments.

Copies of the summary and the complete Application / EIS are also available for viewing at these locations:

Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency Vancouver, British ColumbiaViewing by appointment onlyTelephone: 604-666-2431

Information SessionThe following information session will be held during the comment period:

Clearwater, February 24, 2015, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Dutch Lake Community Centre, 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, British Columbia

Information on the Harper Creek Mine Project and the Application / EIS will be available for viewing at the information session, and interested individuals will be able to speak with provincial and federal representatives and Harper Creek Mining Corp.’s technical team.

Next StepsThe Agency and the EAO will consider the public comments received, along with the information in the Application / EIS, in preparing their environmental assessment reports. The environmental assessment for the project will also include one final federal public comment period on the Agency’s environmental assessment report, which will be advertised at a later date.

All submissions received by the Agency and the EAO during the comment period in relation to the Harper Creek Mine Proj-ect are considered public. Comments will be posted to the EAO website and will become part of the Agency project file.

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LIFE WITH PETS

I am pleased to see that many businesses in our area have posted signs on their doors reminding people not to leave dogs unattended in cars during warm weather. Given the recent tragedy in our Province, it is a wonder why some people still choose to do this. I am certain that it is not done out of carelessness or malice, as most people who bother to take their dogs with them in the car usually do so because they love their company and want their dogs to be with them. Therefore, I can only assume it is because these owners do not realize how quickly heat stroke can occur in their pet. It’s a lot like car accident—it happens unexpectedly and can occur even with the best of intentions. Problem is, by then it’s too late to buckle your seatbelt.

It’s human nature to look at things from our own point of view. Yes, the car is a bit stuffy and uncomfortable when you return, but get that A/C on and it nice and cool in a matter of minutes. It would seem that leaving the windows open a bit should also help. Unfortunately, it doesn’t work that way for pets.

First of all, you and I have an amazing ability to rid our-selves of excess body heat. We have highly developed sweat glands on every square inch of our body. Further-more, most of us are not very hairy would not be wearing a fur coat in the summer. Dogs and cats, on the other hand, are fairly inef� cient at cooling themselves. Their sweat glands are poorly developed and con� ned only to the pads of their feet—sort of an afterthought on Moth-er Nature’s part. Their primary means of reducing body temperature is by evaporative cooling. They accomplish this by panting. It’s not a bad system, if you are rest-ing outdoors or are exercising at lower temperatures. But overall, it’s pretty inef� cient. In their natural state, animals avoid overheating by seeking out shade and by exerting themselves only when the sun goes down or the weather is cool. You don’t see a wolf or cougar pursuing a deer in the heat of the day. Our pets can’t make those kind of choices for themselves.

Evolution did not consider a Prius sitting in a parking lot in the sunshine. Once there is limited air circulation, pant-ing becomes a much less effective means of cooling the body. As a result, the animal pants faster and with greater exertion. This increased effort raises the humidity in the air and makes panting even less capable of releasing ex-cess heat. The end result being that the animal’s tempera-ture rises at a much faster rate. Unless the condition is re-versed in a very short time, organ damage starts to occur with alarming speed. Overheated muscle tissue begins to break down, releasing substances that can permanently damage the kidneys. Continued increase in body tem-perature will eventually cause a cascade of events leading to brain damage, seizures and death.

Cooling an animal suffering from heat stroke is danger-ous, too. Rapid cooling can result in shock, with often fatal consequences. Immediate medical attention for heat stroke involves treatment with intravenous � uids and medications to protect vital organs from further dam-age. The window of opportunity for successful treatment is very short and pets that do survive may suffer lasting consequences.

If you must travel with your pet in warm weather, be prepared. Pack a cooler with ice or cold packs and wa-ter to make certain your pet drinks frequently and stays well-hydrated. If possible, travel early in the morning or in the evening hours. Should you have a breakdown or being delayed due to an accident or road construction, have towels on hand that can be soaked in cold water or wrapped around cool packs for your pet to lay or sit on. Consider taking an extra set of keys if you foresee having to leave your pet in the vehicle for even a short time so you can leave on the air conditioning . Always remember that vehicles can stop running for any number of reasons, so you still must check on your pet every few minutes. Finally, any pet left in a vehicle can be reported to RCMP and the SPCA—even if you have taken all precautions.

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VICTORIA – The Ministry of Health wants to hear ideas from stakeholders and the public over the next year on how to improve management, protection and storage of health information, announced Health Minister Terry Lake recently.

The ministry is creating a framework to establish clear and consistent rules for the use and protection of personal health infor-mation in the public and private sectors. As part of this work, the ministry is interested in hearing different points of view on health information and privacy.

"B.C. has at least nine separate pieces of legislation and many regulations dealing with managing health information," Lake said.

"That's a confusing and complex system. As the ministry works to streamline health information manage-ment, it's essential that we hear from those most affected by any changes, and that certainly includes patients."

Throughout this year, the ministry will hold engagement sessions with stake-holders interested in health information and privacy.

Members of the public will have an opportunity to join the conversation through GovTogether

BC, the province's online engagement portal. The public engagement portal will be ready later this year for people to join the conversa-tion.

Creating a frame-work for health infor-mation would make it simpler for the min-istry to create elec-tronic health records. This would make it easier for patients and their health care providers to access a person's complete medical information, leading to better, more informed health care for patients.

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Clearwater and District Hospice Society and North Thompson Funeral Services Ltd. are partnering to facilitate a grief support group in the community.

“It’s not easy to understand or accept the death of a love one. Many emotions may surface that will take time to sort out, to understand and finally to reconcile,” said one of the organizers. “A caring support system is important during this time; whether it’s family, friends, associates, a professional or a support group.”

“What we would like to offer is a grief sup-port group that can provide trusting, compas-sionate people who can be with you and listen to your concerns,” said the group organizer. “Also, we want to provide insights about the grief pro-cess and what you might expect to happen dur-ing the period of adjustment.”

The purpose of the group is to provide a safe place for individuals to express their grief and other emotions. Confidentiality will be impor-tant, as will be open conversation and a comfort-able environment.

The group's intention is to offer support through active listening and sharing.

For the respect of the group and the sensitiv-ity of the topic it is recommended that partici-pants arrive on time and limit the use of cell phones.

Meetings will take place at North Thompson Funeral Home in Clearwater every second Thursday of the month.

The first meeting will be held today (Thursday, Feb. 12) from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

There will be no charge to take part.For more information, please contact

Eileen Sedgwick at 250-674-2400 or MaryAnn Shewchuk/Jennifer Vincent at 250-674-3030.

Group will offer support to local grieving families

Clearwater's Ken Matheson (center) accepts the volunteer of the year award from BC Parks during a ceremony held Feb. 4 in Victoria. With him is his partner, Margot Venema and, on the right, Kamloops area supervisor Mike Rowden. BC Parks photo

Matheson wins BC Parks awardTimes Staff

Ken Matheson of Clearwater has been named volunteer of the year by BC Parks.

He was given the award during a ceremony held Feb. 4 in Victoria.

According to BC Parks, Matheson uses his talents in cin-ematography and passion for the environment to create films that educate BC Parks visitors.

This includes trip planning and orientation videos useful for those paddling popular canoe cir-cuit in Bowron Lake Provincial Park, and an educational piece on Khutzeymateen Provincial Park.

In addition, Matheson acts as a

BC Parks ambassador, promoting shared stewardship, conservation and protection through ongo-ing public education, as well as strengthening relationships with community members and First Nations.

Other recipients at the cer-emony included: volunteer legacy award, Ross Keller from Campbell River; volunteer group of the year, Friends of South Slopes (FOSS) from Kelowna; community part-ner of the year, BC Marine Parks Forever Society; and park facility operator of the year, Rick Terrell, who is retiring after looking after Desolation Sound Marine Park for 34 years.

B.C. asks for input on health information management


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Falko Kadenbach, vice president of ABC Communications, pro-vided a presentation regarding an applica-tion to the Digital Canada 150 funding program during a Thompson-Nicola Regional District board of directors meeting on Feb. 5.

ABC Communications would like to strengthen and potentially expand its rural broadband net-work in the TNRD.

The board approved a letter of support for ABC Communication’s funding application.

Noise control service approved

Noise Control Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2479 and Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 2480 were adopted by the board.

The Noise Control program is based on a rural model and will enforced primarily through warnings (vol-untary compliance) and tickets.

Proposed changes to Camping Bylaw

Amendments are proposed for Camping Bylaw No. 1209. As a result, Campground Amendment Bylaw No. 2503 was given three readings.

Changes have been proposed for the pur-poses of minor defini-tion/ provision clarifi-cations, concordance to other regulations, and the necessary provisions to enforce by adjudication and ticketing.

SILGA sponsorship approved

The 2015 Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA) conference will be held in Kamloops from April 29 to May 1.

The TNRD board provided a sponsor-ship of $5,000 towards the event.

Changes to Unsightly Premise Bylaw

The Unsightly Premise Bylaw was amended to include some minor improve-ments.

The changes include ticketing through adju-dication and refining several definitions.

The changes will reduce the time staff spend explaining and negotiating compli-ance.

8 - 9TNRD board supports broadband application

Open house at seniors centreEileen Sedgwick, president of the Wells Gray Seniors Society, shows off the cake offered as part of an open house held Feb. 4 in the Seniors Drop-In Centre at Dutch Lake Community Centre. All seniors are welcome to drop in and enjoy the space. There is a calendar posted if groups wish to use the space on a reserved basis. Photo by Sandra Holmes

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A couple more acts have signed up to per-form during a concert fundraiser being held to benefit Barind, a small community in northwest India, according to Zoe Ovenden, one of the organizers. In 2014, Ovenden served as a volunteer in Barind.

Darren Ludbrook and John Chaytor will join the previ-ously announced Gerda Faber, Tammey Augustine, Geoff Ellen, Sarah Dohms, Doug Fenwick, Loyd Bishop, the Raschke Family and Clearwater

Secondary’s Garage Band at the event.

Entry will be by donation, the sug-gested donation for adults is $8 and for students it’s $6, (chil-dren under 5 are free). The concert will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, starting at 6:30pm in the CSS Pit.

8 - 9February

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February is Heart MonthWendy Grimm, Heart and Stroke Foundation organizer for Clearwater and area, invites everyone to give generously during the February campaign. Photo by Keith McNeill

Benefit concert gets more acts

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Three days after her 44th birthday, Grace Dierssen recognized the omi-nous signs of a heart attack.

It wasn’t a good time for a health crisis. She was scheduled to leave on a European vacation the next week.

She ignored the discomfort, exhaus-tion and breathing difficulties, wonder-ing if perhaps her symptoms were all in her mind, and headed off to work.

Hours later, she couldn’t stand the pain and went to a walk-in clinic. Immediately after, she was in an ambu-lance heading to the emergency room.

Dierssen’s heart attack was her cat-alyst for a complete lifestyle overhaul. She quit high-powered job in software development and e-commerce, priori-tized exercise and a healthy diet, and is finally spending time focusing on her own well-being.

“As women, we tend to put every-one else’s needs ahead of ours,” she says. “And I was conscious of that in my own recovery. I’ve learned to stick up for myself, and put my health first.”

Good advice that’s supported by findings in Dr. Karin Humphries’ recent Heart and Stroke Foundation-funded study.

Dr. Humphries, the UBC Heart and Stroke Foundation professor in women’s cardiovascular health, along with Dr. Mona Izadnegahdar, followed women (including Dierssen) and men under the age of 55 for a year after their heart attacks.

They discovered that throughout recovery, women’s health statuses lagged significantly behind the men’s, from symptoms to physical function and quality of life. Women were not making the recovery they should rela-tive to men in their first year.

“That has important implications

for society,” says Dr. Humphries. “If, on average, men recover and women don’t, then we need to better under-stand why that’s happening, and what we can do to help them.”

Although heart disease is a leading cause of death for women in Canada most studies in the past focused on men alone and assumed that the find-ings would apply to both genders equally.

So when Dr. Humphries discovered that recovery results don’t translate across gender that easily, she identified a huge gap in knowledge. She is help-ing pioneer a new field of study on prevention and care for women with heart disease.

“Many of these women have jobs and children, and are perhaps looking after older parents. Making lifestyle changes can become very hard, when you have all of that other stuff to worry about,” Dr. Humphries says.

Women slower to recover from heart attack than men


Times Staff

Falko Kadenbach, vice president of ABC Communications, pro-vided a presentation regarding an applica-tion to the Digital Canada 150 funding program during a Thompson-Nicola Regional District board of directors meeting on Feb. 5.

ABC Communications would like to strengthen and potentially expand its rural broadband net-work in the TNRD.

The board approved a letter of support for ABC Communication’s funding application.

Noise control service approved

Noise Control Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2479 and Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 2480 were adopted by the board.

The Noise Control program is based on a rural model and will enforced primarily through warnings (vol-untary compliance) and tickets.

Proposed changes to Camping Bylaw

Amendments are proposed for Camping Bylaw No. 1209. As a result, Campground Amendment Bylaw No. 2503 was given three readings.

Changes have been proposed for the pur-poses of minor defini-tion/ provision clarifi-cations, concordance to other regulations, and the necessary provisions to enforce by adjudication and ticketing.

SILGA sponsorship approved

The 2015 Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA) conference will be held in Kamloops from April 29 to May 1.

The TNRD board provided a sponsor-ship of $5,000 towards the event.

Changes to Unsightly Premise Bylaw

The Unsightly Premise Bylaw was amended to include some minor improve-ments.

The changes include ticketing through adju-dication and refining several definitions.

The changes will reduce the time staff spend explaining and negotiating compli-ance.

8 - 9TNRD board supports broadband application

Open house at seniors centreEileen Sedgwick, president of the Wells Gray Seniors Society, shows off the cake offered as part of an open house held Feb. 4 in the Seniors Drop-In Centre at Dutch Lake Community Centre. All seniors are welcome to drop in and enjoy the space. There is a calendar posted if groups wish to use the space on a reserved basis. Photo by Sandra Holmes

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Applicant: The Thompson-Nicola Regional District, 660 Mission Flats Road, Kamloops, BC V2C 1A9 Tel: (250) 377-7199 Fax: 250-374-6489 Attention: Martin Dickson, Environmental Services Technologist

Location: The TNRD intends to apply pesticides for mosquito control within the designated mosquito controls areas in Electoral Area ‘A’, ‘J’, ‘L’,‘O’, & ‘P’. This includes the municipalities of Kamloops, Sun Peaks, Logan Lake, Chase, Barriere & Clearwater.

Pesticides: The active ingredients and trade names of the Pesticides proposed for use under this plan are as follows:

Larval Control: Bacillus thuringiensis var israelensis Strain H-14 (AM65-52) (Vectobac 200G & Vectobac 1200L); Bacillus thuringiensis var israelensis Strain H-14 (BMP-144) (Mosquito Dunks, Aquabac XT & Aquabac 200G); Bacillus sphaericus (VectoLex WSP, VectoLex CG & VectoLex WDG); Methoprene (Altosid XR briquets & Altosid Pellets).

Adult Control: Malathion (Pro Malathion ULV Concentrate Liquid, Fyfanon ULV Concentrate,& Malathion 95 ULV insecticide), pyrethrin +piperonyl butoxide (Pyrenone 25-5 MAG Liquid Insecticide & Pyrocide Fogging Formula 7067), pyrethrin + piperonyl butoxide+ N-Octyl bicy-cloheptene dicarboximide (Gardex Commercial Industrial micro spray concentrate).

Application Methods: Larval Control: Backpack applicator, granular spreader & manual place-ment for Vectobac 200G, Aquabac 200G & Altosid Pellets. Manual placement only for Mos-quito Dunks, Altosid XR Briquettes & VectoLex WSP. Backpack sprayer & truck/ATV mounted sprayer for Vectobac 1200L, VectoLex WDG & Aquabac XT. Helicopter or fixed wing aircraft for Vectobac 200G, Vectobac 1200L, Aquabac 200G, Aquabac XT, VectoLex CG & VectoLex WDG. Adult Control: Truck/ATV mounted or backpack, non-thermal ULV generators for all adulticides as listed above.

The selection of insecticides has been chosen to target mosquito populations in the most environmentally responsible manner. The pesticide applications will only occur within the boundary areas outlined in the PMP.

The proposed duration of the PMP is from June 1, 2015 to May 31, 2020.

A draft copy of the PMP may be viewed online at www.tnrd.ca or a hardcopy can be viewed at the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, 4th Floor, 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops, V2C 2A9

A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the Pest Management Plan, may send copies of the information to the consul-tant at the mailing or email address below within 30 days of the publication of this notice:

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Perhaps you already help the birds by feed-ing them. How about helping them a little more by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. It will be held this year from Friday, Feb. 13 to Monday, Feb. 16.

As a Citizen Scientist participating in the GBBC, you can add another piece to the puzzle that helps scientists get the big picture about bird population changes.

Which has more value, a checklist with few birds or one with many? They should be considered fairly equal, because both give an indication of the bird population.

Though it may be disappointing to see only a few birds, ana-lysts can also infer all the species you didn’t see and this “nega-tive data” is extremely helpful for digital

range maps.It only takes 15

minutes (not necessar-ily all at one time) to count the birds in your yard, or elsewhere, to get one checklist. More than one check-list is allowed per loca-tion per day.

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Phone Hoo Ping Crane at 250-674-2518 for details on how to count and later to sub-mit your checklist(s).

So how about get-ting out, or relaxing inside, and counting some birds.

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VICTORIA – The provincial government is taking steps to ensure British Columbia's water resources will be safely and effectively man-aged for generations. To support B.C.'s modernized water leg-islation a new fee and rental schedule is being introduced.

The new fee and rental rates will include, for the first time, groundwater use.

Users of ground-water will require a water licence and will be required to pay water fees and rent-als. The exceptions are the estimated 80,000 individual household wells throughout the province will not be licensed or charged.

Users of ground-water will also have the same access rights and responsibilities as individuals who obtain their water from sur-face sources.

This includes assur-ance their rights are considered should any conflict over water uses arise.

This is the first update to the water fee and rental structure since 2006.

B.C.'s new rental rates range from $0.02 to - $2.25 per 1000 m3 and will be among the lowest in the country, taking effect in 2016. Learn more at: http://engage.gov.bc.ca/watersustainabilityact

10-11Great Backyard Bird Count coming soon

Bird in picture invites readers to identify its species for the Great Backyard Bird Count coming up. Clearwater has traditionally had one of the highest participation rates (by humans) of any community in the count. Photo submitted

Government updates water fees

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KAMLOOPS – The RCMP Youth Academy will have extra opportunities for youth this year, thanks to a donation from KGHM Ajax.

This is the fifth year the program has been delivered in Kamloops, which allows approximately 25 Grade 11 and 12 students to spend a week going through bootcamp-style train-ing led by RCMP members. The train-ing closely resembles the experience at the RCMP depot in Regina.

“This is one of the many wonder-ful opportunities that School District 73 has for students to test out future careers,” says Sheryl Lindquist, district principal, secondary transitions.

The $5,000 dona-tion will allow the school district to offer scholarships to the top cadets, offset costs from 2015 and expand the program in 2016.

The six-day pro-gram runs over spring break.

“The program provides information for young people to

make decisions about their career path after they graduate,” says RCMP Constable Rupert Meinke, who has been involved in leading the program for the past five years.

While the training

is aimed at students interested in a law enforcement career, all students benefit from the program whether they go on to work in law enforce-ment or not. The experience is unlike

anything students have ever done and builds friendships among troop mem-bers as they have fun and learn new things, says Meinke.

“It’s common for parents to comment

on the discipline their child has developed after going through this program,” Meinke says.

The 2015 RCMP Youth Academy is now full, but the school district

encourages students and parents to visit their website if they are interested in learning more for the 2016 program: http://tnt2.sd73.bc.ca/word-press/rcmp-youth-academy/

12 - 13RCMP Youth Academy receives generous donation

Clearwater and District Food BankOpen: 9am to 12 noon, Mondays and Fridays

How to Donate: Cash or cheques can be dropped off at the Food Bank or by mail to 741 Clearwater Village Road,

Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1.Food Donations: dropped off at the Food Bank, Clearwater

Credit Union or at Safety Mart

250-674-3402 • [email protected]


Goldie Krawec

On Sunday, Feb. 1, there was a fun poker tournament at the Wells Gray Inn.

A total of 14

players took part in the playing of cards for many small prizes. Top tourna-ment players were: 1, Peter Krawec; 2, Deb Watson; and 3,

Nathan Mikkelson.This is the second

year in a row that an unknown player has gained top posi-tion on the Football Sunday Tournament.

The crowd was very excited at vari-ous times during the game and each team made several good moves and touch-downs.

Just a reminder that on Wednesday evenings a fun poker game is held at the Wells Gray Inn start-ing at 7 p.m. sharp.

Adam Williams – Kamloops This Week

It was the super-flip that was ultimately Brett Turcotte’s undoing.

The Kamloops snowmobiler (formerly of Clearwater) landed the trick — a backflip combined with a Superman (when the rider holds on to the handlebars but extends his legs out behind him, like Superman) — during his run at the Winter X Games in Aspen last month, but the impact of coming back to earth ended his race.

“It was definitely a pretty big pill to swallow,” Turcotte told KTW.

He was leading the race when his drive belt failed, causing him to lose all power to the snowmobile’s track.

The Aspen competition, which ran from Jan. 21 to Jan 25, was the 27-year-old’s sixth trip to the X-Games, but his first competing in the snowmobile speed and style event, which combines racing with tricking.

In previous trips, he was a perennial favourite in snowmobile snocross — he described it as “a motocross race on snow” – winning a silver medal in the event in 2008.

Turcotte ultimately finished the 2015 event in seventh place.

“As far as the X Games event itself, it went off awesome,” he said.

“For me, obviously had a little bit of hard luck in the final, but I’ve learned a lot from that and I’m already looking forward to next year.”

It was an unfortunate end to what had been a brutal few months for the rider. Hours in the mountains and in the foam pit were yielding results.

It wasn’t until December that he landed his first backflip off a ramp and it was just a month later that he landed his first super-flip.

In spite of the disappointment, there was some good to come from Turcotte’s trip to Aspen.

“This year I feel like I went in there as an underdog,” he said. “In past years, when I went there as a snocross athlete, I was going in expected to be a front-runner and win and do well.

“This year, I went in, nobody really knew my game-plan, nobody knew what I had in my bag of tricks. I kind of just flew under the radar.

“It took a lot of pressure off me and made it a lot more fun.”

12 - 13

Sports

Submitted

BLUE RIVER: In its continuous efforts to provide support to the local community, Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing has put much effort and time into the development of cross-country ski trails in Blue River.

Long time guest and friend Neil MacGillivray has made a considerable donation of a track-setter and snowmobile to maintain the trails. The Blue River Bruderschaft will look after the costs for all maintenance once funding from the Thompson-Nicola Regional District is used up.

Through a partnership with BC Parks, Recreational Sites and Trails BC, and the TNRD, MWHS is committed to the upkeep of these trails and to provide this world class prod-uct to guests and members of the community of Blue River.

With the addition of these trails in the com-munity of Blue River, MWHS now has an addi-tional activity to offer the guests and locals of the community.

Staff at the resort have worked hard through-out the summer months preparing these trails and now with the heavy amount of snow on the ground are still busy ensuring the trails are kept up to Wiegele standards.

We look forward to providing this service throughout the winter months in an effort to provide a world class activity to the beautiful community of Blue River.

Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing launches cross-country ski trail network

Super Bowl Sunday poker tournament attracts 14

Cross-country skiing in Blue River is much improved with more trails and better grooming. Photo submitted

Turcotte lands off podium at X Games in Aspen

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FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPORTSPLEX OR ANY PROGRAMS CALL 250 674 2143

Congratulations to the Pharmasave Staff - Winners of Hockey Days Photo Contest

40TH ANNIVERSARYClearwater & District Minor Hockey • Become part of a winning team. Join Minor Hockey and learn to play Canada’s Game. Open to Boys and Girls. www.cdmha.info

Raft Mountain Skating Club • Register @ www.raftmountain.com

Adult Hockey • Mens Drop In Hockey Fridays, 8pm $10/each

Ladies Hockey • Sundays 5:45pm, new players welcome

Oldtimers Hockey • Wednesdays 8:15pm • Sundays, 7pm • $10/each

FAMILY SKATING • Friday Feb. 13 4:45pm & Sunday Feb. 15 4pm Sponsored by the Buy-Low FoodsWells Gray Curling Club • League play Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 7pm. Register for the 2nd half 250-674-3768

PARENTS, PRESCHOOL SKATING • Wednesdays 10am • HOME SCHOOL SKATING • Wednesdays 1:30pm

COMING EVENTS40th Anniversary of the Sportsplex

Minor Hockey playoffs start this weekend scheduled TBA

Feb. 20 - 22 Old Timers Hockey & Ladies BonspielMar 5. Figure Skating Carnival

“Around the World”Mar 15 – 18 Tier 4 Midget Provincial Hockey Championships

Clearwater KARATE Club

AGM Tuesday Feb. 19 • 7:30pm

Raft River School GymCall 674-2125 for info

New Students Welcome AnytimeAges 7 - adults

Classes are Tuesdays & Thursdays at 6:30pm


Submitted

KAMLOOPS – The RCMP Youth Academy will have extra opportunities for youth this year, thanks to a donation from KGHM Ajax.

This is the fifth year the program has been delivered in Kamloops, which allows approximately 25 Grade 11 and 12 students to spend a week going through bootcamp-style train-ing led by RCMP members. The train-ing closely resembles the experience at the RCMP depot in Regina.

“This is one of the many wonder-ful opportunities that School District 73 has for students to test out future careers,” says Sheryl Lindquist, district principal, secondary transitions.

The $5,000 dona-tion will allow the school district to offer scholarships to the top cadets, offset costs from 2015 and expand the program in 2016.

The six-day pro-gram runs over spring break.

“The program provides information for young people to

make decisions about their career path after they graduate,” says RCMP Constable Rupert Meinke, who has been involved in leading the program for the past five years.

While the training

is aimed at students interested in a law enforcement career, all students benefit from the program whether they go on to work in law enforce-ment or not. The experience is unlike

anything students have ever done and builds friendships among troop mem-bers as they have fun and learn new things, says Meinke.

“It’s common for parents to comment

on the discipline their child has developed after going through this program,” Meinke says.

The 2015 RCMP Youth Academy is now full, but the school district

encourages students and parents to visit their website if they are interested in learning more for the 2016 program: http://tnt2.sd73.bc.ca/word-press/rcmp-youth-academy/

12 - 13RCMP Youth Academy receives generous donation

Clearwater and District Food BankOpen: 9am to 12 noon, Mondays and Fridays

How to Donate: Cash or cheques can be dropped off at the Food Bank or by mail to 741 Clearwater Village Road,

Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1.Food Donations: dropped off at the Food Bank, Clearwater

Credit Union or at Safety Mart

250-674-3402 • [email protected]


Goldie Krawec

On Sunday, Feb. 1, there was a fun poker tournament at the Wells Gray Inn.

A total of 14

players took part in the playing of cards for many small prizes. Top tourna-ment players were: 1, Peter Krawec; 2, Deb Watson; and 3,

Nathan Mikkelson.This is the second

year in a row that an unknown player has gained top posi-tion on the Football Sunday Tournament.

The crowd was very excited at vari-ous times during the game and each team made several good moves and touch-downs.

Just a reminder that on Wednesday evenings a fun poker game is held at the Wells Gray Inn start-ing at 7 p.m. sharp.

Adam Williams – Kamloops This Week

It was the super-flip that was ultimately Brett Turcotte’s undoing.

The Kamloops snowmobiler (formerly of Clearwater) landed the trick — a backflip combined with a Superman (when the rider holds on to the handlebars but extends his legs out behind him, like Superman) — during his run at the Winter X Games in Aspen last month, but the impact of coming back to earth ended his race.

“It was definitely a pretty big pill to swallow,” Turcotte told KTW.

He was leading the race when his drive belt failed, causing him to lose all power to the snowmobile’s track.

The Aspen competition, which ran from Jan. 21 to Jan 25, was the 27-year-old’s sixth trip to the X-Games, but his first competing in the snowmobile speed and style event, which combines racing with tricking.

In previous trips, he was a perennial favourite in snowmobile snocross — he described it as “a motocross race on snow” – winning a silver medal in the event in 2008.

Turcotte ultimately finished the 2015 event in seventh place.

“As far as the X Games event itself, it went off awesome,” he said.

“For me, obviously had a little bit of hard luck in the final, but I’ve learned a lot from that and I’m already looking forward to next year.”

It was an unfortunate end to what had been a brutal few months for the rider. Hours in the mountains and in the foam pit were yielding results.

It wasn’t until December that he landed his first backflip off a ramp and it was just a month later that he landed his first super-flip.

In spite of the disappointment, there was some good to come from Turcotte’s trip to Aspen.

“This year I feel like I went in there as an underdog,” he said. “In past years, when I went there as a snocross athlete, I was going in expected to be a front-runner and win and do well.

“This year, I went in, nobody really knew my game-plan, nobody knew what I had in my bag of tricks. I kind of just flew under the radar.

“It took a lot of pressure off me and made it a lot more fun.”

12 - 13

Sports

Submitted

BLUE RIVER: In its continuous efforts to provide support to the local community, Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing has put much effort and time into the development of cross-country ski trails in Blue River.

Long time guest and friend Neil MacGillivray has made a considerable donation of a track-setter and snowmobile to maintain the trails. The Blue River Bruderschaft will look after the costs for all maintenance once funding from the Thompson-Nicola Regional District is used up.

Through a partnership with BC Parks, Recreational Sites and Trails BC, and the TNRD, MWHS is committed to the upkeep of these trails and to provide this world class prod-uct to guests and members of the community of Blue River.

With the addition of these trails in the com-munity of Blue River, MWHS now has an addi-tional activity to offer the guests and locals of the community.

Staff at the resort have worked hard through-out the summer months preparing these trails and now with the heavy amount of snow on the ground are still busy ensuring the trails are kept up to Wiegele standards.

We look forward to providing this service throughout the winter months in an effort to provide a world class activity to the beautiful community of Blue River.

Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing launches cross-country ski trail network

Super Bowl Sunday poker tournament attracts 14

Cross-country skiing in Blue River is much improved with more trails and better grooming. Photo submitted

Turcotte lands off podium at X Games in Aspen

Establishing a Biblical Church

(B.C. contact) [email protected] 1-250-961-1100 or (GRC office, WA) 1-509-758-0223

Grace Reformed Church, (a Baptist church located in Clarkston, WA), seeks to assist in establishing New Testament churches in places where there are Christians desiring to worship and serve God in a biblical manner. Reformed Baptist Churches are a group of in-dependent local congregations committed to historic Christianity as revealed in the Bible. Who Are We? We are Christians seeking to live every part of our lives biblically. That means we acknowledge the supreme authority of Holy Scrip-ture in all matters of Faith (what we believe), and Practice (how we behave). Our sole authority is God’s Word. If a church introduces anything, either in faith or practice, that is contrary to the Bible then no matter who pleads for it, or what clever arguments are pro-duced in its favour, it ceases to be a biblical church. What Do We Believe? The most important thing that determines a biblical church is what they believe the Bible says and do they seek to obey it? (Isa.8:20) We believe the Bible is Sufficient and Authoritative (2 Tim.3:16,17) Sufficient means there is no need of anything else in matters of sal-vation. Authoritative means that where the Bible speaks on any matter, what it says is absolutely true and we must submit to it. We believe the Preaching and Teaching of the Bible is central in Church life. (1 Cor.1:18-21) Many things ought to be part of the local church, such as; good fel-lowship for Christians, helping the poor, and missionary / evange-listic efforts. But the fountain of all these things is the faithful proc-lamation of the Bible that teaches us what to do and how to do it.

We believe in the Sovereign Grace of God (Eph.2:8-10; Rom.8:28-30) God is not only sovereign in a general way, but especially in salva-tion. Salvation is only by grace and it is God who gives us both the willingness and ability to repent and put our faith in Jesus Christ, Who suffered the wrath of God in the place of sinners. We believe the Church should be a Spiritual Family which truly cares about the spiritual welfare of its members. (1 Thess.5:12-14) Being a member of a local church is a covenant commitment to the Lord and to the other members. It means a willingness to be open, to be humble, and to undertake the responsibilities of ministering to each other. We believe the Policies, Practices, and Worship of the church should be ordered by the Bible. (1 Tim.3:15) The church must be biblical in every policy and practice. That means worship must be for the GLORY of God, not the feelings of the worshippers, and it must never be influenced by the world. God takes worship seriously and so should we. But serious does not mean ‘dry’ or ‘dead’. Worship is to be joyful as well. God is HOLY and greatly to be praised. There should be a sense of awe in our hearts when we worship God. Casual, informal and worldly wor-ship to please ourselves rather than obey God is self-idolatry! True worship is what God commands and what He enjoys because it pro-duces humility and gratitude in our hearts, and trust in the Lord. As Christians concerned about these issues, we are prayerfully con-sidering establishing such a church in the area. If these truths reso-nate in your heart, or if you have questions, or simply would like more information, please contact:

St James Catholic ChurchSunday Service

Mass 11am - 12pm

324 Clearwater Village Road

250-819-5579

Clearwater Seventh-Day

Adventist Church

Pastor John MasiganSaturday Service - 10amClearwater Christian ChurchPh. 250-674-3468

Clearwater Living Streams Christian

FellowshipMeeting at

New Life Assemblyevery Sunday 5:00pm

Contact Dave Meehan 250-674-3217email: [email protected]

Clearwater Community Churchopen to everyone - all denominations

CLEARWATER NEW LIFE ASSEMBLYDan Daase - Pastor

Sunday Morning Worship 10:30am

(Kids church during service)Wednesdays Am - Ladies Bible Study

Thursday 3-5pm Kids ClubPhone: 250-674-2345308 W Old N Thompson Hwy

ChurchDirectoryYour places of worship

VAVENBY CHRISTIAN CHURCH

3083 Capostinsky Rd. • Service 11 a.m.

Sunday Morning Celebration

ServicesIan Moilliet Pastor -

250-676-9574Non Denominational

Clearwater Christian ChurchNon-denominational congregation in fellowship with

the broader Christian community in the area.Meeting at: 11 Lodge Drive

Wayne Richardson (Pastor)

Sunday Worship Service

10 amOn the Web: www.clchch.com

For information 250.674.7073 or 250.674.2912

250.674.1332www.ccbaptist.ca

CLEARWATERCOMMUNITY

BAPTIST24E Old North Thompson Hwy

Worship Service 10:30

CLEARWATER UNITED CHURCH

Meeting at Catholic Church of St. James

WorShip Sunday 9am

Rev. Brian Krushel250-672-5653 • 250-674-3615

www.norththompsonpc.ca


Business & Service DirectoryACCOUNTANT - CERTIFIED

STONE & COMPANYJason O’Driscoll, CPA, CA - Bob Lawrie, CPA, CGA

Chartered AccountantsRison Realty • 32 E Old N. Thompson Hwy.

Feb. 1st to Apr. 30th - Every ThursdayMay 1st to Jan. 31st - By AppointmentHours: 9:30 am to Noon, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

phone: 250-674-2532 • Kamloops: 554-2533 • Fax: 554-2536Financial Statement preparation • corporate & personal income taxes

Accountant - Certified Appliance Repair

CARPENTRY

Hazel’s HousingQUALITY WORK

• NEW CONSTRUCTION • RENOVATIONS • ROOFING

CLEARWATER, B.C.

250-674-4083Hazel Dowds

Journeyman Carpenter

Carpentry

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

SYMONS ELECTRIC- CLOSED MONDAYS -

B.C. Reg. #24833

250-587-6175

Electric Contractors

Advertise Hardware

For AllYour

AdvertisingNeedsCall

THE TIMESAl Kirkwood

674-3343

A DVERTISING

Advertise

For AllYour

AdvertisingNeedsCall


674-3343

A DVERTISING Electric Contractors

Licenced & BondedReg. NO: 99142

Home RenovationsJAGER GARBAGE

residential & commercial Garbage collection.

residential includes Blue Bag recycling

containers available for construction sites, yard clean-up, industrial sites etc.

Phone Jager Garbage 250-674-3798Serving from Vavenby to Blackpool area

GARBAGE COLLECTIONGarbage Collection

CONTRACTORS

Septic - Installation - Service - PumpingDemolition - Excavation - Backhoe Service

Trucking - Crane Truck - Water - DumpGravel - Sand - Top Soil - Snow Removal

Paul Jack250.819.3205 250.299.9510

ContractingConstructionConstruction &

Renovations from Foundations

to Roof

Rob Kerslake

Steve Noble

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

NORTH RIVERAPPLIANCE REPAIRFour Star Service

250-674-0079

DOUG JAMESPARTS - SALES - SERVICE CALLS USED APPLIANCES

Contractor

Building Contractor

Renovations • HAFI Jobs

250-674-3875

40+ years experience

Building Contractor

HANS OUNPUU

MOTOR LICENCE OFFICE

ICBC AgentDistrict of Clearwater

phone: 250-674-2257 • Fax: 250-674-2173 Box 157, 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, V0E 1N0Of� ce Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Open through the Noon hour

Motor Licence Office Plumbing & Drains

NORTH THOMPSON

NTPDPLUMBING AND DRAINSGot Leaks? Plugged Drain? New Installs

Fully Insured • 100% Guaranteed • 250-674-8151

Wells & Pumps ≈ Yearly Maintenance ≈ Frozen pipesWe are right around the corner

Business & Service Directory

STONE & COMPANY(Robert Lawrie, Silvia Scheibenpfl ug)

Certifi ed General AccountantsRison Realty • 32 E Old N. Thompson Hwy.

Feb. 1st to Apr. 30th - Every ThursdayMay 1st to Jan. 31st - By AppointmentHours: 9:30 am to Noon, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Phone: 250-674-2532 • Kamloops: 554-2533 • Fax: 554-2536Financial Statement Preparation • Corporate & Personal Income Taxes

Accountant - Certified Appliance Repair

Hazel’s HousingQUALITY WORK

• NEW CONSTRUCTION • RENOVATIONS • ROOFING

CLEARWATER, B.C.

250-674-4083Hazel Dowds

Journeyman Carpenter

Carpentry

Symons ElectricGood Prices • Great Service • Quality WorkLARRY SYMONS • LICENSED & BONDED • CLEARWATER

- CLOSED MONDAYS - • B.C. Reg. #24833

250-587-6175


Building Supply

Winter Hours • 8:30am - 5pm


Licenced & BondedReg. NO: 99142

JAGER GARBAGEResidential & Commercial

Garbage Collection. Residential includes Blue Bag Recycling

Containers available for construction sites, yard clean-up, industrial sites etc.

Phone Jager Garbage 250-674-3798Serving from Vavenby to Blackpool area

Garbage Collection

Septic - Installation - Service - PumpingDemolition - Excavation - Backhoe Service

Trucking - Crane Truck - Water - DumpGravel - Sand - Top Soil - Snow Removal

Paul Jack250.819.3205 250.299.9510

ContractingConstruction

John White

Fully Insured

Journeyman Carpenters

Bonded General Contractor

Tiny Builders Ltd.Box 345

Clearwater BCV0E 1N0

(250) 674-4001(250) [email protected]

ConstructionConstruction &

Renovations from Foundations

to Roof

Rob KerslakeSteve Noble

NORTH RIVERAPPLIANCE REPAIRFour Star Service

250-674-0079

DOUG JAMESPARTS - SALES - SERVICE CALLS

USED APPLIANCES

Contractor

Building Contractor

Renovations • Additions • New Construction Home Repairs • HAFI Jobs • Project Management

250-674-3875 Clearwater, BC • [email protected]

40 years experience

HANS OUNPUU

FULLY CERTIFIED60 FOOT STICK BOOM

MAN LIFT WITH WINCHWe can safely lift you in the cage

to put your task close at hand. Pull a pump, lift a tower, top a treeHourly, daily and weekly rates • Includes operator

250-587-6151Kindly refer to our website: itecboomtruck.com

Boom Truck

Itec Enterprises

Gifts

The Little Gift Shop• Jewelry

• Gift Baskets• Framed photo, prints & cards

• Fishing - rods, reels, lures, knives• Local artists - and much more

Tuesday to Friday: 10 am - 5 pmSaturdays: 10 am- 4 pm

250-674-0101Next to Clearwater Computers

Gifts

SCENTSY CERAMIC WARMERSVELATA BELGIAN CHOCOLATE FONDUES

A favourite idea for personal or gift giving and home and party entertainment.Book now or orders placed weekly. No shipping or handling fees

Sat.: 10am - 4pm • Sun.: 11:30 - 4pm 343 Clearwater Valley Rd. (Beside O’Bryan’s in the Laundromat at the TNT Building Entrance to Wells Gray Park) or call 250-674-3763 or 778-208-5359

Kathy’s Jewelry & Gifts

Construction

DNA ConstructionNew Construction, Renovations, Tiling, Roofi ng.

Dan Arnold250-587-0010

Plumbing & Heating

visa, debit, mc accepted

VANDENBORRE PLUMBING & HEATING

PROPANE & ELECTRIC FURNACE REPAIRFurnace Installation • Heat Pumps and Air ConditioningRadon Gas Mitigation • Serving Blue River - Little Fort

YOUR FRIENDLY REPAIR MANWATER WELL SERVICES

Jim Vandenborre • Fully insured 250.674.2688 [email protected] 250.674.8552

Plumbing & Drains

NEED A PLUMBER?

JASEN MANN 250-674-8151

NORTH THOMPSON

NTPDPLUMBING AND DRAINS



250-674-2733132 Station Road, Box 157, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0Offi ce Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm


Motor Licence Office

Construction

Construction and Home Renovation

MARSHALL MCRAERed Seal Carpenter

[email protected]

250-674-1182

On the Level Enterprises


Taylor, Epp & DolderLawyers

Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. - NoonBarriere Centre - 480 Barriere Town Road

Lawyer in attendance: Elmer Epp

Barriere 250-672-5244 • Kamloops: 250-374-3456

Lawyers



250-674-2733132 Station Road, Box 157, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0Offi ce Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm


Motor Licence Office

Service • Sales • InstallationsStar Choice Approved Service TechnicianPhone: 250-674-0066 or 250-674-8877

email: [email protected]

Satellite Service

WELLS GRAY

TAXIAVAILABLE 24 HOURS • 7 DAYS A WEEK

250-674-2214 • 250-674-1542

Taxi Service

BUD’S WATER WELLS LTD.Toll Free 1-888-83WELLS OVER 25

YEARS EXPERIENCEResidential & Industrial Wells

Certifi ed Well DrillerDuane BochekKamloops, B.C.

Bus. (250) 573-3000Toll Free 1-888-839-3557

Water Wells

Safe ShelterIf you need help getting away from domestic abuse,

call Safe Home

(250) 674-2135 in Little Fort, Clearwater, Birch Island, Vavenby, Avola & Blue River

(250) 682-6444 in Dar eld, Barriere, Chu Chua, Louis Creek and McLure

Anytime day or night - Please don’t wait until it’s too late.Call us now. We can help.

If you would like to volunteer, call 250-674-2600 and ask for Wendy

Lawyer

Jim McCreightin Clearwater the 2 nd & 4 th

W ednesday of each month

Ph: 250-674-2255 (Clearwater)Toll Free: 1-888-374-3161

Located in the BB&R Insuranceoffice, Brookfield Mall

Jim McCreightin Clearwater the 2 nd & 4 th

W ednesday of each month

For all your legal needs, including:• Wills & Estates • Real Estate • Accident & Injury

Located in the Interior Savings Offi ce, Ph: 250-674-2255 or Toll Free: 1-888-374-3161

Nursery


Kodiak Kennels Breeding & Boarding

Breeders of Golden RetrieversPet Vacations at Kodiak Ranch

Lyle & Mary ThomasBox 189Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0

Ph. 250-674-0093Toll Free. 1-877-Kodiak9www.kodiakranch.com

Pick up and delivery available

KennelHorseshoeing

Cell: 250-682-5577 • Home: 250-674-4033

Interior Design

• C u s t o m B l i n d s & D r a p e r y • H o m e D é c o r F a b r i c• F l o o r i n g S a m p l e s • J o u r n e y m a n F l o o r I n s t a l l a t i o n s• P a i n t i n g - I n t e r i o r & E x t e r i o r • S m a l l R e n o v a t i o n s

• I n - H o m e D é c o r C o n s u l t a t i o n s

Call Val the Blind Gal250-674-1543

Toll Free 1-866-674-1543

Valerie PantonIn-home Décor Consultant 26 years experience

Jim PantonFloor Layer & Painter

37 years in the trade• • •

• C u s t o m B l i n d s & D r a p e r y • H o m e D é c o r F a b• F l o o r i n g S a m p l e s • J o u r n e y m a n F l o o r I n s t a l l a• P a i n t i n g - I n t e r i o r & E x t e r i o r • S l l R

Call Val the B250-674-

Toll Free 1-866-

Styling on Highway 5

ContractingON CALL

Service CenterLandscaping

Sweeper

Post Hole Auger

DIVISION

Construction, Renos & DemosSeptic Service - Pumper TruckBackhoe & BobcatCertifi ed Traffi c Control & Tow Truck - 24 HoursTraffi c Control/Certifi edPortable toilet rentalsChimney SweepPlumbingWell Repair

Traffi c Control & Towing

RON ROTZETTER250-674-0145 / 250-318-7235

Call 250-674-1869

DIVISIONS

Naturalized Landscaping

Box 463Clearwater, B.C. V0E [email protected]

Tel: (250) 674-3444Fax: (250) 674-3444

Geoff Ellen, P. AGForest Agrologist

• Landscape Design • Xeric Dryscapes • Native Species Landscapes • Hydroseeded Lawns • Land Reclamation

• Agroforestry • Range Management • Raw Land Assessment/Ideas • Aerial Revegetation • Greenhouses

AMARANTH FARM & NURSERY - McLure BCColorado Spruce Blue/Green

1m to 3m’s - Burlapped & Basketed

$60 - $160 • Hundreds to Choose from

Large Caliper Colorful Shade Trees to 14’

Call Bob at 672-9712 • cell 819-9712Wholesale to the Public & Business

massage

Located In The Legion Building

BODY HARMONYShiatsu Clinic

Registered with N.H.P.C. & Canadian Refl exology Association

Open Tues., Wed. & Thurs. Call for day or evening

appointments(250) 674-0098

ACUPRESSURE & SHIATSU MASSAGE

JAYLEE DOG GROOMINGArlee Yoerger

Professional Quality Pet Grooming

3133 Hundsbedt RdVAVENBY BC

250-676-0052

Pet Grooming

Septic

ON CALL SEPTIC SERVICES in Clearwater will be in

Valemount, Blue River and Avola every fi rst Friday of each month.

Charges for septic pumps start at $250 plus tax. Charges are subject to pump volume, location of the tank

and dumping fees.We do require a minimum of 3 appointments

to be able to service your area.

Please call to make an appointment250-674-0145 or 250-674-1869

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“Little Moccasins” make its mark

Motor vehicle incidents

Although the weather has been strangely warmer late-ly, Clearwater RCMP continue to receive motor vehicle incident files. The constant thaw has led to very icy roadways during the evenings.

On Tuesday, Feb. 3, Clearwater RCMP received such a file on Highway 5 near Otter Creek. A tractor trailer unit had lost its cargo after hitting snow on the shoulder of the road.

Police remind the public to adjust your speed for the conditions of the roadway and to be mindful of the icy winter season when driving late at night.

Seeking assistanceOn Feb. 3, Clearwater RCMP received a report of a disturbed

male seeking assistance along Highway 5 in Vavenby.Police attended, along with paramedics. Local friends attended

as well and were able to calm the male down.Police escorted the male to Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital

where he was assessed by a doctor.

Impaired driverOn Feb. 6, Clearwater RCMP were advised of a motor vehicle

incident near Birch Island with unknown injuries.Police and paramedics attended the scene and located a female

behind the wheel.Police noted the odor of liquor coming from the vehicle and the

driver admitted to consuming alcohol. Police demanded a breath sample from driver.

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Ken Matheson listens to questions from the audience fol-lowing a screening of his prize-winning documentary, “Little Moccasins” at Dutch Lake Community Centre on Saturday, Jan. 31. The screening was part of the “Making Our Mark” art show being put on until Feb. 28 at DLCC. Matheson's next film project will be an attempt this summer to raise a Tiger Moth sunk in Azure Lake. Photo by Keith McNeill

A Calgary-area student takes part in the video "Little Moccasins." Photo submitted

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On average, 690 people are injured and seven killed in 2,700 crashes every February in the Southern Interior, according to ICBC.

Although we're experiencing an unusu-ally mild winter, weather in our province can be unpredictable at this time of year. ICBC asks you to be prepared for varied and rapidly changing road conditions including snow, slush, fog, heavy rain and ice.

Here are ICBC's safe driving tips:• Pre-trip check: Check your tire pres-

sure and top up your windshield wiper fluid. Remember that you are still required to use winter tires on certain B.C. highways until March 31.

• Know your route: Visit drivebc.ca to check road conditions for your entire route and possi-ble road closures. There may be increased traffic volumes this long weekend so be realistic about your travel time and allow extra time to get to your destination.

• It's dark out there: Since it gets dark early in the evening right now, avoid setting off on your road trip after a full day of work if you can and, instead, wait until the next morning.

If you do travel after work, make sure you get a good sleep the night before and take rest breaks or switch drivers every two hours to help pre-vent driver fatigue.

• Adjust your driving: Posted speed limits are for ideal conditions only. It takes more time and distance to come to a complete stop on wet, icy or snowy roads. Adjust your speed to the conditions and always maintain a safe travelling distance between vehicles.

• Put it down: Make important calls before you get in your vehicle. Use rest stops to take a break, get some fresh air and check your messages. If you know you may find it chal-lenging to ignore your cellphone while driving, turn it off or put it in the trunk of your car so you won't be tempted.

On average, 5,700 people are injured and 24 killed in 19,000 crashes every February in B.C.

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By Tom Fletcher, Black Press

The B.C. govern-ment has adjusted its plan to give guide-outfitters and their non-resident clients a greater share of big-game hunting permits, after protests from resident hunters around the province.

When the plan was announced in December, the govern-ment calculated that it represented a shift of 168 animals in limited-entry hunt areas from resident hunters to guide outfitters. After listening to the protests, Forests Minister Steve Thomson announced Friday that is being adjusted to a shift of about 60 animals to guide-outfitters.

The changes affect bull elk and either-sex elk per-mits on Vancouver Island, moose in the Thompson and Omineca regions, bison in the Peace region and bighorn sheep and grizzly bear in the Kootenays.

"I made slight revi-sions to the hunts for

moose, bighorn sheep, grizzly bear, Roosevelt elk and bison to address the concerns I heard after the deci-sion was released," Thomson said.

There are 34 limited-entry hunts in the province that are divided between resi-dent hunters and guide outfitters, who typi-cally guide clients from the U.S. and Europe. Resident hunters enter a regional lottery for the available opportu-nities.

Allocated hunting opportunities represent about eight per cent of the 45,700 big-game animals taken by hunt-

ers each year in B.C. In most areas, hunters can purchase a tag for each species that has an open season.

Thomson announced the policy change after more than 10 years of con-sultation with guide outfitters and the B.C. Wildlife Federation and local rod and gun clubs that represent resident hunters.

He defended the shift to assist guide outfitters as a trade-off that prevented them from using unoc-cupied guide territories around the province. Those areas are now left to resident hunters

Resident hunter protest pays off

Bighorn sheep in the Kootenays are among the re-stricted hunting species in dispute between resident hunters and guide outfitters. Wikimedia Commons Seniors society says thanks

Recipients hold certificates of appreciation from Wells Gray Country Seniors Society recently. Pictured are (l-r) Helen Knight for her donation of two pictures, Dana Lee for a donation from United Way, Murray Stockton for Wells Gray Community Forest, Leslie Groulx for District of Clearwater and Jack Keough for Yellowhead Community Services. Photo by Sandra Holmes

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The BC Coroners Service has announced revisions to its plans for inquests into the deaths of four workers who died in two sawmill explosions in 2012.

Chief coroner Lisa Lapointe announced last August that the deaths from the two explosions would all be examined in a single inquest to begin March 2, 2015, in Prince George.

On consideration of further infor-mation provided and presentations from the families, survivors, commu-nities and inquest participants, two separate inquests will now be held:

• One in Prince George to exam-ine the circumstances of the deaths arising from the explosion at the Lakeland Mills Ltd. Sawmill.

• One in Burns Lake to examine the circumstances of the deaths that occurred in the explosion at the Babine Forest Products sawmill.

Robert Luggi Jr., aged 45, and Carl Charlie, aged 42, were killed in the Burns Lake explosion on Jan. 20, 2012. Alan Little, aged 43, andGlenn

Roche, aged 46, died as a result of the Lakeland Mills blast on April 23 of the same year.

Lapointe has noted that it is a long-held tenet of the BC Coroners Service to conduct its investigations and hold inquests to assure com-munities that the deaths of not one of their members will be concealed, overlooked or ignored. The Burns Lake community has argued elo-quently that it has a powerful interest in hearing first-hand the informa-tion about the explosion that took place in their community. Lapointe has concluded that those community needs outweigh what advantages there might be in combining the two inquests.

The inquest into the Lakeland Mills deaths will proceed as sched-uled at the Prince George courthouse on March 2, 2015.

The inquest into the Babine Forest Products mill deaths will begin on July 13, 2015, at the Island Gospel Fellowship Hall in Burns Lake. Presiding over that inquest will be Chico Newell, resource industry cor-oner for the BC Coroners Service.

B.C. Coroners Service revises plans for mill explosion inquests


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This week is all about give and take, Capricorn. Do for others, and they will do for you. A special event calls for some extra-special gifts.

Some habits are hard to break, Aquarius. Look to a mentor to help and you will succeed. A fitness goal is easily achieved with a new piece of equipment.

The odds may be stacked against you, Pisces, but that doesn’t mean you won’t come out on top with a little ingenuity. A weekend endeavor requires a leap of faith.

Speak up, Aries, and the problem will be solved. A little miracle at home makes for an interesting weekend. Travel plans come together.

Cast aside all doubt, Taurus. The offer is genuine and will bring you many rewards. A test of faith begins— be strong. Money woes ease.

Feeling blessed these days, Gemini? Pay it forward. A compromise at home raises everyone’s spirits and fun ensues all weekend long!

A business relationship blossoms with an addition. A larger-than- life personality drops by with an offer you can’t refuse. Oh boy, oh boy, Cancer.

Oops, Leo. You fall behind on a project, raising some eyebrows. Not to worry. You will get back on track sooner than you think, thanks to an innovation.

Spend less, save more and you’ll definitely get more, Virgo. More in your bottom line and more peace of mind. Flowers provide a great pick-me-up.

Lady Luck smiles on you, Libra, and there is nothing beyond your reach. A treasured heirloom resurfaces, bringing back many fond memories.

The tiniest of changes make a vast improvement in a project. A rejection is a blessing in disguise. Be grateful for what you’re given, Scorpio.

News from afar gets the creative juices flowing, and you accomplish more than you have in some time, Sagittarius. A game of wits at the office proves challenging.

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Aries, tackle a problem that’s been puzzling you head-on this week. A direct approach may just provide you the unique perspective you need to crack this nut.

Various responsi-bilities require your full attention this week, Cancer. Don’t be afraid to accept some help so you can get everything done on time.

A disagreement at work has you unsure about what side to support, Libra. Stay neutral for the time being until you can get a better grasp of the situation.

Capricorn, look forward to the weeks ahead, as some good news is on the ho-rizon. Allow others around you to share in the good times ahead.

Aquarius, revisit your career goals this week. Even if your goals seem ever-changing, it can be productive to reexamine them from time to time.

Taurus, state your case carefully when you attempt to get your point across at work. Others will appreciate your thoughtful approach and respond posi-tively.

Leo, you are invested in reaching a goal, and those around you are inspired by your gusto. Make the most of your energy and help oth-ers harness theirs if given the chance.

Scorpio, focus on issues at work this week. Channel your energy into produc-tivity at the office, and know that there will be time to daydream down the road.

Keep things simple this week, Pisces. You will have a lot on your plate in the days ahead, but it’s nothing you can’t handle.

Gemini, you are up to your ears in work and you can’t see the light at the end of the tunnel just yet. Rest assured that it’s there, but it could take a few more days in the trenches.

Virgo, you work best when you have a plan in place. While you are not usually appreciative of surprises, this week you are willing to be a little more flexible.

You may feel strong winds of change blowing in your direction, Sagit-tarius, and you do not know what is in store for you. Sometimes it can be exciting to be surprised.

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This week is all about give and take, Capricorn. Do for others, and they will do for you. A special event calls for some extra-special gifts.

Some habits are hard to break, Aquarius. Look to a mentor to help and you will succeed. A fitness goal is easily achieved with a new piece of equipment.

The odds may be stacked against you, Pisces, but that doesn’t mean you won’t come out on top with a little ingenuity. A weekend endeavor requires a leap of faith.

Speak up, Aries, and the problem will be solved. A little miracle at home makes for an interesting weekend. Travel plans come together.

Cast aside all doubt, Taurus. The offer is genuine and will bring you many rewards. A test of faith begins— be strong. Money woes ease.

Feeling blessed these days, Gemini? Pay it forward. A compromise at home raises everyone’s spirits and fun ensues all weekend long!

A business relationship blossoms with an addition. A larger-than- life personality drops by with an offer you can’t refuse. Oh boy, oh boy, Cancer.

Oops, Leo. You fall behind on a project, raising some eyebrows. Not to worry. You will get back on track sooner than you think, thanks to an innovation.

Spend less, save more and you’ll definitely get more, Virgo. More in your bottom line and more peace of mind. Flowers provide a great pick-me-up.

Lady Luck smiles on you, Libra, and there is nothing beyond your reach. A treasured heirloom resurfaces, bringing back many fond memories.

The tiniest of changes make a vast improvement in a project. A rejection is a blessing in disguise. Be grateful for what you’re given, Scorpio.

News from afar gets the creative juices flowing, and you accomplish more than you have in some time, Sagittarius. A game of wits at the office proves challenging.

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Aries, tackle a problem that’s been puzzling you head-on this week. A direct approach may just provide you the unique perspective you need to crack this nut.

Various responsi-bilities require your full attention this week, Cancer. Don’t be afraid to accept some help so you can get everything done on time.

A disagreement at work has you unsure about what side to support, Libra. Stay neutral for the time being until you can get a better grasp of the situation.

Capricorn, look forward to the weeks ahead, as some good news is on the ho-rizon. Allow others around you to share in the good times ahead.

Aquarius, revisit your career goals this week. Even if your goals seem ever-changing, it can be productive to reexamine them from time to time.

Taurus, state your case carefully when you attempt to get your point across at work. Others will appreciate your thoughtful approach and respond posi-tively.

Leo, you are invested in reaching a goal, and those around you are inspired by your gusto. Make the most of your energy and help oth-ers harness theirs if given the chance.

Scorpio, focus on issues at work this week. Channel your energy into produc-tivity at the office, and know that there will be time to daydream down the road.

Keep things simple this week, Pisces. You will have a lot on your plate in the days ahead, but it’s nothing you can’t handle.

Gemini, you are up to your ears in work and you can’t see the light at the end of the tunnel just yet. Rest assured that it’s there, but it could take a few more days in the trenches.

Virgo, you work best when you have a plan in place. While you are not usually appreciative of surprises, this week you are willing to be a little more flexible.

You may feel strong winds of change blowing in your direction, Sagit-tarius, and you do not know what is in store for you. Sometimes it can be exciting to be surprised.

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Duplex / 4 PlexBarriere: 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, duplex, large fenced backyard, 1 car garage. $895 + util. DD. Pets neg., N/P, N/S. 250-672-0041.

Barriere: large 1 bdrm apart-ment in quiet neighbour-hood.750sqft. $615/mo. Pets negotiable. Call 250-682-2231

Clearwater: Lg 3 bdrm apt in triplex. Nice, close to town. Avail Mar 1, $800/mo + DD. Call Julie 250-674-0188

Homes for RentClearwater: 3 bdrm, 2 bath, home on Bain Rd. Wood pellet & elec heat, 10 acre lot. $1250/mo + util. Mature adult. NS Ph. 403-816-7979

Clearwater: 3bdrm, Peavine Rd, new renos, lg deck, 1500 sqft. $850/mo; 3bdrm, 220 Dutch Lk Rd, $795/mo, recent renos; 3bdrm, 2.5 bath, dbl garage, 225 Murtle Cres, avail Mar 1. NP Call 250-674-3668

Clearwater: Modern factory 2-bdrm home, fridge, range, w/d, central air, carport. $750/mo Site #7 Thompson Crossing. View 250-587-6151

Clearwater: Older 2 bdrm fac-tory home, fridge, range, w/d. Avail mid Feb. Rental pur-chase option avail. $625/mo. Thompson Crossing. Ph 250-587-6151

Vavenby: Nice clean 3bdrm house w/bsmt, carport, & stor-age sheds on half acre, w/river view. F/S, W/D, $850/mo, $450/dd Call 250-674-0002

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Every day in Newfoundland we were met by the smil-ing, friendly faces of the helpful “natives” – with almost under-standable accents. Being called “my darling”, “my love” and even “sweetie pie” by those who waited on us, talked to us in real life or on the phone, was won-derfully endearing. We learned to relax and let things happen slowly and to soak up the hospitality that surrounded us; no one was about to rush just because we were in town. Even if we thought about walk-ing across a village road, cars stopped and awaited our deci-sion.

For good reason is this island called “The Rock”. Stands of black spruce are short, stumpy, branches shaped by the never-ending wind, so there is little to block the view. Swamps and “ponds” of every shape and size appear every-where, the water held by the layers of rock beneath it. Soil is at a minimum, and peat moss abounds; gardens are small and

precious.We know moose

thrive, four having been imported from New Brunswick in 1904. We saw road signs warning us to slow down but not one of the 150,000 which live there now.

That September, cars were pulled up beside roads, whether off the beaten path or near the busy Trans Canada Highway and berry pickers could be seen gathering their winter jam and jelly-making supplies in the low growth. In our rented SUV, stuffed to the gun-nels with the luggage and picnic supplies of four travellers, we traversed the province along that TCH, with many diversions, from St. John’s to Port aux Basque. Most of the roads were bumpy with, we opined, construction being carried out where least needed. Signs denoting “Bump” or uneven pavement, we learned to ignore: unlabelled sections were invariably much worse.

Signs showing us where to go were often misleading, so we had fun get-ting “lost” or going to places we hadn’t exactly expected to see. Finding shops in remote village was an expedition in itself. They were usually down side roads and, despite signs, might no longer exist; or the buildings were so small, ragged, or ancient-looking with no signage to make them recognisable as a place of business. Searching for a door-way had us in stitches before we found a way into some of them. Once inside,

we were often gulped – either because of the extensive space, or at the variety con-tained within one tiny, crowded room.

Newfoundland has suffered, as is well known, since the cod fishery was shut down, and John and I remembered the rather decrepit-look-ing homes of 12 years ago. Since then, the oil industry in local waters has reversed the situation, and the “vinyl salesmen” have done a fine job of hiding weathered buildings, large and comfortable-looking, beneath white or colourful exteriors. Still, many family members must travel to central and western Canada for work. Two flags flap high and handsome out-side homes and busi-nesses – Maple Leaf and Newfie’s own.

Pretty coves were reached by crossing causeways or bridges from one island to another. We chose peninsulas and des-tinations more or less at random, and only one, a lumber-ing town, had little to interest us. Even the crystal clear water was uninterest-ing, with just one tiny sea star within – no fish, no jelly fish, and worse still, no ice cream shop! Elsewhere, bright houses, carefully tended boats of every shape and size in front yards, bobbing in the harbours or pulled up nearby, and numerous lighthouses, caught our attention.

It was all good and we’d go back again in a minute. Besides, we did not see Labrador, the other part of this remarkable province.

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Insurance Corporation of BC

On average, 690 people are injured and seven killed in 2,700 crashes every February in the Southern Interior, according to ICBC.

Although we're experiencing an unusu-ally mild winter, weather in our province can be unpredictable at this time of year. ICBC asks you to be prepared for varied and rapidly changing road conditions including snow, slush, fog, heavy rain and ice.

Here are ICBC's safe driving tips:• Pre-trip check: Check your tire pres-

sure and top up your windshield wiper fluid. Remember that you are still required to use winter tires on certain B.C. highways until March 31.

• Know your route: Visit drivebc.ca to check road conditions for your entire route and possi-ble road closures. There may be increased traffic volumes this long weekend so be realistic about your travel time and allow extra time to get to your destination.

• It's dark out there: Since it gets dark early in the evening right now, avoid setting off on your road trip after a full day of work if you can and, instead, wait until the next morning.

If you do travel after work, make sure you get a good sleep the night before and take rest breaks or switch drivers every two hours to help pre-vent driver fatigue.

• Adjust your driving: Posted speed limits are for ideal conditions only. It takes more time and distance to come to a complete stop on wet, icy or snowy roads. Adjust your speed to the conditions and always maintain a safe travelling distance between vehicles.

• Put it down: Make important calls before you get in your vehicle. Use rest stops to take a break, get some fresh air and check your messages. If you know you may find it chal-lenging to ignore your cellphone while driving, turn it off or put it in the trunk of your car so you won't be tempted.

On average, 5,700 people are injured and 24 killed in 19,000 crashes every February in B.C.

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By Tom Fletcher, Black Press

The B.C. govern-ment has adjusted its plan to give guide-outfitters and their non-resident clients a greater share of big-game hunting permits, after protests from resident hunters around the province.

When the plan was announced in December, the govern-ment calculated that it represented a shift of 168 animals in limited-entry hunt areas from resident hunters to guide outfitters. After listening to the protests, Forests Minister Steve Thomson announced Friday that is being adjusted to a shift of about 60 animals to guide-outfitters.

The changes affect bull elk and either-sex elk per-mits on Vancouver Island, moose in the Thompson and Omineca regions, bison in the Peace region and bighorn sheep and grizzly bear in the Kootenays.

"I made slight revi-sions to the hunts for

moose, bighorn sheep, grizzly bear, Roosevelt elk and bison to address the concerns I heard after the deci-sion was released," Thomson said.

There are 34 limited-entry hunts in the province that are divided between resi-dent hunters and guide outfitters, who typi-cally guide clients from the U.S. and Europe. Resident hunters enter a regional lottery for the available opportu-nities.

Allocated hunting opportunities represent about eight per cent of the 45,700 big-game animals taken by hunt-

ers each year in B.C. In most areas, hunters can purchase a tag for each species that has an open season.

Thomson announced the policy change after more than 10 years of con-sultation with guide outfitters and the B.C. Wildlife Federation and local rod and gun clubs that represent resident hunters.

He defended the shift to assist guide outfitters as a trade-off that prevented them from using unoc-cupied guide territories around the province. Those areas are now left to resident hunters

Resident hunter protest pays off

Bighorn sheep in the Kootenays are among the re-stricted hunting species in dispute between resident hunters and guide outfitters. Wikimedia Commons Seniors society says thanks

Recipients hold certificates of appreciation from Wells Gray Country Seniors Society recently. Pictured are (l-r) Helen Knight for her donation of two pictures, Dana Lee for a donation from United Way, Murray Stockton for Wells Gray Community Forest, Leslie Groulx for District of Clearwater and Jack Keough for Yellowhead Community Services. Photo by Sandra Holmes

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The BC Coroners Service has announced revisions to its plans for inquests into the deaths of four workers who died in two sawmill explosions in 2012.

Chief coroner Lisa Lapointe announced last August that the deaths from the two explosions would all be examined in a single inquest to begin March 2, 2015, in Prince George.

On consideration of further infor-mation provided and presentations from the families, survivors, commu-nities and inquest participants, two separate inquests will now be held:

• One in Prince George to exam-ine the circumstances of the deaths arising from the explosion at the Lakeland Mills Ltd. Sawmill.

• One in Burns Lake to examine the circumstances of the deaths that occurred in the explosion at the Babine Forest Products sawmill.

Robert Luggi Jr., aged 45, and Carl Charlie, aged 42, were killed in the Burns Lake explosion on Jan. 20, 2012. Alan Little, aged 43, andGlenn

Roche, aged 46, died as a result of the Lakeland Mills blast on April 23 of the same year.

Lapointe has noted that it is a long-held tenet of the BC Coroners Service to conduct its investigations and hold inquests to assure com-munities that the deaths of not one of their members will be concealed, overlooked or ignored. The Burns Lake community has argued elo-quently that it has a powerful interest in hearing first-hand the informa-tion about the explosion that took place in their community. Lapointe has concluded that those community needs outweigh what advantages there might be in combining the two inquests.

The inquest into the Lakeland Mills deaths will proceed as sched-uled at the Prince George courthouse on March 2, 2015.

The inquest into the Babine Forest Products mill deaths will begin on July 13, 2015, at the Island Gospel Fellowship Hall in Burns Lake. Presiding over that inquest will be Chico Newell, resource industry cor-oner for the BC Coroners Service.

B.C. Coroners Service revises plans for mill explosion inquests


Every day in Newfoundland we were met by the smil-ing, friendly faces of the helpful “natives” – with almost under-standable accents. Being called “my darling”, “my love” and even “sweetie pie” by those who waited on us, talked to us in real life or on the phone, was won-derfully endearing. We learned to relax and let things happen slowly and to soak up the hospitality that surrounded us; no one was about to rush just because we were in town. Even if we thought about walk-ing across a village road, cars stopped and awaited our deci-sion.

For good reason is this island called “The Rock”. Stands of black spruce are short, stumpy, branches shaped by the never-ending wind, so there is little to block the view. Swamps and “ponds” of every shape and size appear every-where, the water held by the layers of rock beneath it. Soil is at a minimum, and peat moss abounds; gardens are small and

precious.We know moose

thrive, four having been imported from New Brunswick in 1904. We saw road signs warning us to slow down but not one of the 150,000 which live there now.

That September, cars were pulled up beside roads, whether off the beaten path or near the busy Trans Canada Highway and berry pickers could be seen gathering their winter jam and jelly-making supplies in the low growth. In our rented SUV, stuffed to the gun-nels with the luggage and picnic supplies of four travellers, we traversed the province along that TCH, with many diversions, from St. John’s to Port aux Basque. Most of the roads were bumpy with, we opined, construction being carried out where least needed. Signs denoting “Bump” or uneven pavement, we learned to ignore: unlabelled sections were invariably much worse.

Signs showing us where to go were often misleading, so we had fun get-ting “lost” or going to places we hadn’t exactly expected to see. Finding shops in remote village was an expedition in itself. They were usually down side roads and, despite signs, might no longer exist; or the buildings were so small, ragged, or ancient-looking with no signage to make them recognisable as a place of business. Searching for a door-way had us in stitches before we found a way into some of them. Once inside,

we were often gulped – either because of the extensive space, or at the variety con-tained within one tiny, crowded room.

Newfoundland has suffered, as is well known, since the cod fishery was shut down, and John and I remembered the rather decrepit-look-ing homes of 12 years ago. Since then, the oil industry in local waters has reversed the situation, and the “vinyl salesmen” have done a fine job of hiding weathered buildings, large and comfortable-looking, beneath white or colourful exteriors. Still, many family members must travel to central and western Canada for work. Two flags flap high and handsome out-side homes and busi-nesses – Maple Leaf and Newfie’s own.

Pretty coves were reached by crossing causeways or bridges from one island to another. We chose peninsulas and des-tinations more or less at random, and only one, a lumber-ing town, had little to interest us. Even the crystal clear water was uninterest-ing, with just one tiny sea star within – no fish, no jelly fish, and worse still, no ice cream shop! Elsewhere, bright houses, carefully tended boats of every shape and size in front yards, bobbing in the harbours or pulled up nearby, and numerous lighthouses, caught our attention.

It was all good and we’d go back again in a minute. Besides, we did not see Labrador, the other part of this remarkable province.

18 -19Everywhere, every day in Newfoundland

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By Kay Knox


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