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Keith McNeill

Two classes from Bert Edwards elementary school in Kamloops plus the primary students from Neqweyqwelsten School in

Chu Chua took part in the 20th annual Coho Day put on by Simpcw First Nation at the Dunn Creek hatchery on Thursday, Oct. 29.

“Our Coho Day is about promoting our facility and its stewardship capabilities within the valley from Kamloops to McBride,” said Tina Donald, one of the organizers.

Dunn Creek hatchery is currently raising coho from Dunn Creek and, new this year, from Deadman River on behalf of Skeetchestn Indian Band. It also provides all the brood pairs for School District 73’s coho tank pro-gram, she said.

Stations at Coho Day included the fence site opera-tion on Dunn Creek, where students saw how coho are counted as they go upstream.

Simpcw member Leon Eustache told traditional sto-ries, either by the creek or in a nearby pit house.

A bug station put on by Ron Hudema, formerly of Clearwater Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), taught about aquatic insects.

Tom Nevin, DFO commu-nity advisor to Dunn Creek hatchery, used a fish wheel to show the students the low probability of salmon sur-vival.

The hatchery near Dunn Lake has been in operation since 1983. It started out raising coho and chinook on south end of Dunn Lake in lake pens. In the late 1980s its location changed to the north of the lake. It moved to its current position on Dunn Creek (downstream from the lake) in 1993.

Other agencies and indi-viduals that participated in Coho Day included District of Clearwater, District of Barriere, Kinder Morgan Canada, Chief Nathan Matthew, BC Parks, Secwepemc Fisheries, Tolko, plus Simpcw and hatchery staff.

Left: Fisheries officer Ron Hude-ma, formerly based in Clearwa-ter, talks to students from Bert Edwards and Neqweyqwelsten schools about aquatic insects, were to find them, how to iden-tify the insects and how they are important to fish as food. They were taking part in Coho Day at Simpcw First Nation’s hatchery near Dunn Lake on Oct. 29.Photo by Keith McNeill

Simpcw hold 20th annual Coho Day

Fire department entertains with big bangs and smokeLeft: Fireworks explode over the Clearwater race-track on Hallowe'en as seen from the dock at Dutch Lake beach.Below: Members of the Rorison family enjoy the show. Pic-tured are (clockwise from top) Liam, Nikki, Emma-Lee and Brooklynn. More photos are on page A11 inside.Photos by Keith McNeill

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A recent media release stating that B.C.'s parks drew a record number of visitors last summer was not news to Merlin Blackwell of Blackwell Park Operations, the contractor that takes care of Wells Gray and North Thompson parks.

"We saw the upward trend right away,” he said. “Due to the demographic makeup of visi-tors coming to Wells Gray, we've been riding the crest of this wave for years now."

According to the media release from B.C.'s Ministry of Environment, the latest numbers showed visitors from across Canada, the U.S. and abroad accounted for more than 25 per cent of the 159, 000 camping reservations made in 2015.

This new, all-time record for the number of reservations made for provincial campgrounds continues a growing upward trend. More than 24,000 additional reservations were made this year compared to 2014, a 19 per cent increase. This was on top of a 13 per cent increase from 2013.

"This year, the low Canadian dollar versus the Euro and US dollar made B.C. even a bet-

ter deal,” Blackwell said. “Most people don't realize that international travel business is often conducted in U.S. dollars, so Canada suddenly became a 15 to 20 per cent cheaper destination within about a year just due to currency mar-kets."

The park contractor said that their in-house data for Wells Gray shows that about 47 per cent of their overnight campers are from Western Europe. The second biggest area is Alberta at around 24 per cent, with British Columbians coming in at about 20 per cent. Perhaps surprisingly, Americans generally make up only two or three per cent of the over-night campers in Wells Gray Park and North Thompson Park.

"Day use is another matter entirely though,” Blackwell added. “Some days in August we see upwards of 60 tour buses at Spahats with most-ly Asian visitors. At an average of 40 people a bus, that's 2,400 people from primarily Korea, Japan and China that at least see part of the park."

"If it wasn't for the campfire ban and the lack of firewood sales, I would've had to bring on more people. It was hard to keep up as it was," the park contractor said.

Lest we forgetClearwater-Vavenby Legion Branch #259 president Joe Short (l) pins the first poppy onto Mayor John Harwood's lapel on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Governor-General David Johnston received his first poppy in mid-October, followed by the respective provincial lieutenant-governors. Poppies are now for sale in several locations in Clearwater. Money from poppy sales go toward veterans, their families, and scholarships for students who have members who are cur-rently serving or have served in the military. Photo by Keith McNeill

Keith McNeill

During its Oct. 20 meet-ing, Clearwater town council approved a grant-in-aid of $250 to Clearwater Rotary Club for its Christmas Light-up event.

District of Clearwater also will provide power for Christmas lights to be placed on the south side of Highway 5 at the Rotary Park tennis courts as an in-kind dona-tion.

Connecting with businessesCouncil approved spend-

ing up to $1,500 to host a “small business pub night.” The money would be used to

pay for room rental, catering and appetizers.

Purpose of the event would be to improve commu-nication between the munici-pality and local businesses.

Councillor Ken Kjenstad said they needed to discuss who to invite, and suggested owners, managers and their spouses.

Declaring war on graffitiDistrict of Clearwater

should work with Junior Council and others to combat the amount of graffiti at the skateboard park in Rotary Park, said councillor Shelley Sim.

“It's not artwork. It's van-dalism,” she said.

Students at both schools need to be reminded of the skateboard park's history and how the facility came about because of the work of several generations of youngsters, Sim felt.

The councillor contrasted the amount of graffiti at the skateboard park, plus recent vandalism at the nearby field house, with the almost com-plete absence of the same at the Sportsplex.

Sportsplex manager Roger Mayer commented that he could not remember the last time they had vandalism at the ice arena.

The story “Grand opening held for new cred-it union location” in last week's issue stated that Ernie Smith was one of two longtime credit union mem-bers who held the ribbon for the ribbon-cutting. In fact, it was Byron Smith. We apolo-gize for the error.

Wells Gray Park has very good summer for tourists

Help for Christmas Light-Up

For the Record

Alcoholics Anonymoussunshine Group

Elks Hall Tuesdays 8 pm,72 Taren Drive. open to everyone. For info contact Wendy 250-587-0026

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Keith McNeill

“Slow down and move over.”That seemed to be the number

one message for the driving pub-lic to come out of a winter roads awareness meeting held last week in the Argo yard in Clearwater.

The meeting is an annual affair so the various agencies involved with road maintenance and safety can tell each other about their plans as they prepare for winter.

Attending were about 20 representatives from Argo, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, RCMP, District of Clearwater, Borrow

Enterprises, Clearwater Fire Department, towing companies, flagging companies, and so on.

According to the RCMP in B.C. website, motorists are required to slow down and move over for all vehicles stopped along-side the road that have flashing red, blue or yellow lights.

Drivers must decrease their speed when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle when it is on or beside a roadway and has its lights flashing. Further, if there are two lanes going in the same direc-tion, drivers must move into the inside lane to pass, if it is safe to do so and a police officer has not

directed them to do otherwise. This gives emergency workers as much space as possible to complete their duties.

On undivided highways, this applies to motor-ists approaching the parked vehi-cle from either direction. If the vehicle is stopped on the driver’s side of the road, and there is another lane going in the same

direction, drivers must move into that lane, if it is safe to do so.

Where the speed limit is 80 km/h or higher, drivers must slow to 70 km/h, if they approach a vehicle stopped at the roadside with its lights flashing, Where the limit is below 80 km/h, drivers must reduce their speed to 40 km/h (hint: think of it as the 70/40 rule).

Other tips for drivers included slow down for road conditions, be prepared for winter, and check the DriveBC website for information before setting out.

Other information exchanged during the meeting was mostly regarding procedures the differ-ent agencies plan to use during the upcoming snowy season.

For example, there was agree-ment that, if it is snowing heavily and all victims or other occu-pants have been removed, it is best to leave vehicles that have gone off the road where they are until it stops snowing.

Attempting to recover a vehi-cle from off the road with a tow truck during a snowstorm can be extremely dangerous, especially at night.

Cpl. Mark Labossiere of Clearwater RCMP traffic services reminded those present that they should carry “All Clear” ribbon to mark any vehicles that have been checked so the police don't get multiple calls to go to the same accident scene.

Labossiere also noted that the local detachment will be doing roadchecks after Hallowe'en to make sure people are using snow tires.

A new bus looping service connecting Clearwater and Blackpool should reduce the number of vehicles on the road, said Mayor John Harwood.

Harvey Nelson, general man-ager for Argo in Kamloops, encouraged people to use the road maintenance contractor's contact number to report any problem that might hazardous to other drivers. The number is 1-800-661-2025.

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Harvey Nelson, general manager for Argo in Kamloops (l), checks out some LED emergency flares brought by Nelson Hindle of Clearwater Towing to a winter roads awareness meeting held at the Argo yard in Clearwater on Oct. 29. About 20 people from a variety of agencies attended. Photo by Keith McNeill

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A recent media release stating that B.C.'s parks drew a record number of visitors last summer was not news to Merlin Blackwell of Blackwell Park Operations, the contractor that takes care of Wells Gray and North Thompson parks.

"We saw the upward trend right away,” he said. “Due to the demographic makeup of visi-tors coming to Wells Gray, we've been riding the crest of this wave for years now."

According to the media release from B.C.'s Ministry of Environment, the latest numbers showed visitors from across Canada, the U.S. and abroad accounted for more than 25 per cent of the 159, 000 camping reservations made in 2015.

This new, all-time record for the number of reservations made for provincial campgrounds continues a growing upward trend. More than 24,000 additional reservations were made this year compared to 2014, a 19 per cent increase. This was on top of a 13 per cent increase from 2013.

"This year, the low Canadian dollar versus the Euro and US dollar made B.C. even a bet-

ter deal,” Blackwell said. “Most people don't realize that international travel business is often conducted in U.S. dollars, so Canada suddenly became a 15 to 20 per cent cheaper destination within about a year just due to currency mar-kets."

The park contractor said that their in-house data for Wells Gray shows that about 47 per cent of their overnight campers are from Western Europe. The second biggest area is Alberta at around 24 per cent, with British Columbians coming in at about 20 per cent. Perhaps surprisingly, Americans generally make up only two or three per cent of the over-night campers in Wells Gray Park and North Thompson Park.

"Day use is another matter entirely though,” Blackwell added. “Some days in August we see upwards of 60 tour buses at Spahats with most-ly Asian visitors. At an average of 40 people a bus, that's 2,400 people from primarily Korea, Japan and China that at least see part of the park."

"If it wasn't for the campfire ban and the lack of firewood sales, I would've had to bring on more people. It was hard to keep up as it was," the park contractor said.

Lest we forgetClearwater-Vavenby Legion Branch #259 president Joe Short (l) pins the first poppy onto Mayor John Harwood's lapel on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Governor-General David Johnston received his first poppy in mid-October, followed by the respective provincial lieutenant-governors. Poppies are now for sale in several locations in Clearwater. Money from poppy sales go toward veterans, their families, and scholarships for students who have members who are cur-rently serving or have served in the military. Photo by Keith McNeill

Keith McNeill

During its Oct. 20 meet-ing, Clearwater town council approved a grant-in-aid of $250 to Clearwater Rotary Club for its Christmas Light-up event.

District of Clearwater also will provide power for Christmas lights to be placed on the south side of Highway 5 at the Rotary Park tennis courts as an in-kind dona-tion.

Connecting with businessesCouncil approved spend-

ing up to $1,500 to host a “small business pub night.” The money would be used to

pay for room rental, catering and appetizers.

Purpose of the event would be to improve commu-nication between the munici-pality and local businesses.

Councillor Ken Kjenstad said they needed to discuss who to invite, and suggested owners, managers and their spouses.

Declaring war on graffitiDistrict of Clearwater

should work with Junior Council and others to combat the amount of graffiti at the skateboard park in Rotary Park, said councillor Shelley Sim.

“It's not artwork. It's van-dalism,” she said.

Students at both schools need to be reminded of the skateboard park's history and how the facility came about because of the work of several generations of youngsters, Sim felt.

The councillor contrasted the amount of graffiti at the skateboard park, plus recent vandalism at the nearby field house, with the almost com-plete absence of the same at the Sportsplex.

Sportsplex manager Roger Mayer commented that he could not remember the last time they had vandalism at the ice arena.

The story “Grand opening held for new cred-it union location” in last week's issue stated that Ernie Smith was one of two longtime credit union mem-bers who held the ribbon for the ribbon-cutting. In fact, it was Byron Smith. We apolo-gize for the error.

Wells Gray Park has very good summer for tourists

Help for Christmas Light-Up

For the Record

Alcoholics Anonymoussunshine Group

Elks Hall Tuesdays 8 pm,72 Taren Drive. open to everyone. For info contact Wendy 250-587-0026


Keith McNeill

“Slow down and move over.”That seemed to be the number

one message for the driving pub-lic to come out of a winter roads awareness meeting held last week in the Argo yard in Clearwater.

The meeting is an annual affair so the various agencies involved with road maintenance and safety can tell each other about their plans as they prepare for winter.

Attending were about 20 representatives from Argo, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, RCMP, District of Clearwater, Borrow

Enterprises, Clearwater Fire Department, towing companies, flagging companies, and so on.

According to the RCMP in B.C. website, motorists are required to slow down and move over for all vehicles stopped along-side the road that have flashing red, blue or yellow lights.

Drivers must decrease their speed when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle when it is on or beside a roadway and has its lights flashing. Further, if there are two lanes going in the same direc-tion, drivers must move into the inside lane to pass, if it is safe to do so and a police officer has not

directed them to do otherwise. This gives emergency workers as much space as possible to complete their duties.

On undivided highways, this applies to motor-ists approaching the parked vehi-cle from either direction. If the vehicle is stopped on the driver’s side of the road, and there is another lane going in the same

direction, drivers must move into that lane, if it is safe to do so.

Where the speed limit is 80 km/h or higher, drivers must slow to 70 km/h, if they approach a vehicle stopped at the roadside with its lights flashing, Where the limit is below 80 km/h, drivers must reduce their speed to 40 km/h (hint: think of it as the 70/40 rule).

Other tips for drivers included slow down for road conditions, be prepared for winter, and check the DriveBC website for information before setting out.

Other information exchanged during the meeting was mostly regarding procedures the differ-ent agencies plan to use during the upcoming snowy season.

For example, there was agree-ment that, if it is snowing heavily and all victims or other occu-pants have been removed, it is best to leave vehicles that have gone off the road where they are until it stops snowing.

Attempting to recover a vehi-cle from off the road with a tow truck during a snowstorm can be extremely dangerous, especially at night.

Cpl. Mark Labossiere of Clearwater RCMP traffic services reminded those present that they should carry “All Clear” ribbon to mark any vehicles that have been checked so the police don't get multiple calls to go to the same accident scene.

Labossiere also noted that the local detachment will be doing roadchecks after Hallowe'en to make sure people are using snow tires.

A new bus looping service connecting Clearwater and Blackpool should reduce the number of vehicles on the road, said Mayor John Harwood.

Harvey Nelson, general man-ager for Argo in Kamloops, encouraged people to use the road maintenance contractor's contact number to report any problem that might hazardous to other drivers. The number is 1-800-661-2025.

2 - 3Winter road awareness meeting helps with communication

Harvey Nelson, general manager for Argo in Kamloops (l), checks out some LED emergency flares brought by Nelson Hindle of Clearwater Towing to a winter roads awareness meeting held at the Argo yard in Clearwater on Oct. 29. About 20 people from a variety of agencies attended. Photo by Keith McNeill

DISTRICT OF CLEARWATER

www.districtofclearwater.com

WHAT’S HAPPENING?

Open Burning Prohibited within the District of Clearwater The open fire prohibition applies to:

Burning of any yard waste, slash or other materials larger than one-half meters Burning of stubble or grass The use of fireworks, sky lanterns or burning barrels of any size or description The [prohibition does NOT ban campfires Unless otherwise posted this prohibition remains in effect until October 1, 2015.

Notice of 2015 Water Regulations

Watering regulations will be in effect from May 15th to September 30th, 2015.

Watering Hours – Between 6:00am to 10:00am and from 6:00pm to 10:00pm (Properties with even numbered houses may water on even numbered days; and properties with odd numbered houses may water on odd numbered days).

Watering is not allowed between the hours of 10:00am and 6:00pm. Watering between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 6:00am is restricted to automatic systems controlled by a timer and must be registered (annually) at the District office. Residents with new lawns must register with the District Office for permission to water daily until the new lawn grows long enough to be cut. After the first cut the resident must revert to regular sprinkling regulations. Other Water Uses – All hoses used outdoors should be equipped with a working spring-loaded shut-off device. Hand watering of plants and hand washing of vehicles used with a spring loaded shut off nozzle or a hand held container is permitted at any time.

Events Calendar The District of Clearwater advertises local events both on their website www.districtofclearwater.com and in

our bi-monthly newsletter. If you would like to include your event, please email details to [email protected]. Community Events June 12th, 2015 Opening of the Hospital Rim Trail – 4:45pm at the old Hospital parking lot June 17th, 2015 Information sessions on draft Trails Network Master Plan; Dutch Lake Community Centre 2-4pm and 6-8pm Come and check it out! Upcoming Meetings of Council: Public Welcome. June 16th, 2015 Infrastructure Committee of the Whole Meeting – 1:00pm

June 16th, 2015 Regular Council Meeting – 2:00pm Keep updated with what’s happening in the District on our website www.districtofclearwater.com and “Like”

us on Facebook.

The offices of the District of Clearwater “Municipal Hall” and ICBC/Motor Vehicle are located at:

Dutch Lake Community Centre, 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N2

Mailing Address: Box 157, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N0 Tel: 250-674-2257 Fax: 250-674-2173

Dutch Lake Community Centre, 209 Dutch Lake Road • Box 157, Clearwater,B.C. V0E 1N0Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30

District Office Ph: 250-674-2257 • Fax: 250-674-2173email address: [email protected]

DISTRICT OF CLEARWATER www.districtofclearwater.com

WHAT’S HAPPENING

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

Interior Crisis Line - 1-888-353-CARE (2273). Call2Recycle box recycling batteries and cell phones at the District office

Pitch-In Canada Week – ‘Clean Sweep’ April 23-30, 2012

Upcoming Events March 7th – Roundabout Open House March 9th – Raft Mountain Skating Club – Dr. Seuss & Friends performance May 12th - Household Hazardous Waste Round up May 13th - “Free” Dump Day at Clearwater Landfill Upcoming Meetings of Council March 6th, 2012 – Parks and Recreation meeting – 5:00pm March 6th, 2012 – Regular Council meeting – 7:00pm March 20th, 2012 – Economic Development meeting – 5:00pm March 20th, 2012 – Regular Council meeting – 7:00pm

What’s Happening

Clearwater Eco-Depot Increasing Their Hours:E� ective October 1st, the Clearwater Eco-Depot will be increasing their hours to Tuesday-Sunday, 8:00am – 4:00pm year round. The only day they will be closed is Monday. If you have any questions, please contact Denise Roberts, Programs Assistant, Thompson-Nicola Regional District at 1-877-377-8673.

Proposed NEW Business Licensing and Regulation Bylaw No. 124, 2014:At the July 8, 2014 Regular Meeting of Council, the District of Clearwater Business Licensing and Regulation Bylaw No. 124 was introduced and received First Reading. Council brought back Bylaw No. 124 for discus-sion at the September 15, 2015 Regular Meeting of Council and gave it Second Reading with amendments, including a more extensive list of business categories. A Public Information meeting, in partnership with the Clearwater & District Chamber of Commerce, will be held November 17th, 2015 at 7:00pm at the Dutch Lake Community Centre multipurpose room. A copy of Bylaw No. 124 is available on the District website at www.districtofclearwater.com.

Burning Permits:Open burning of dry garden and yard refuse is allowed during Spring and Fall each year. It is only permitted on private property and is to be carried out by the property owner/tenant or an acting agent on behalf of the property owner, as the property owner will accept all responsibilities of any liability as a result of the � re. The piles of materials to be burned must not be larger than 1 meter X 1 meter and shall not be more than 1.5 meters high. Burning barrels must be covered with ½” screen mesh secured over the opening of the burning barrel.

Larger piles – bigger than 1 meter X 1 meter X 1.5 meters high - require a Burning Permit. Please call 250-674-2257 with details of the type of burn and your civic address, and the information will be passed on to the Fire Chief who may then issue a Burning Permit after inspecting the site.

Community Events:November 6th, 2015 - Small Business Week – Pub Nite: Small Business Owners are welcome to attend 7:00pm Wells Gray Inn ConventionNovember 11, 2015 – Remembrance Day ceremony at 11:00am – Reginald Small ParkNovember 17, 2015 – Public Information Meeting on Business Licencing & Regulation Bylaw No. 124, 7:00pm in Multi-Purpose Room of Dutch Lake Community Centre

Upcoming Meetings of Council: Public WelcomeNovember 17, 2015 Economic Development Committee of the Whole Meeting – 1:00pmNovember 17, 2015 Regular Council Meeting – 2:00pm

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Editor, The Times:The heartbreak

of seeing drowned little boys has deeply saddened all of us. It is only natural and human that we want to do something to help the thousands and thousands of people who have been displaced by war.

The fact that in reality there is little we can do to solve the problem for the millions who have been forced to flee war zones only increases the frustra-tion level of the aver-age Canadian.

What we need is a futile gesture. We need to take some action that will help out a very lucky few but will make all of us “feel better” because we will have at least done some-thing.

It will do nothing to stop the killing

but it will mark us as a compassionate society that wants to help. Whether it does anything to address the real problem is beside the point and must be recognized as such from the outset.

We can do this. We have the knowl-edge and experience of the intake of the Vietnamese boat peo-ple. Dust off the files and lessons learned.

We have in mili-tary facilities located across the country the accommoda-tion to house several thousand families while documentation and screening is com-pleted. We have the private organizations and groups who want to sponsor refugee families.

Let’s do it.I’m sure we can

shame the Americans into providing the strategic lift to ferry

refugees from Turkey and Jordan. So what are we waiting for? Come on politicians, this is your chance to rise above politics.

When we have started to expe-dite the intake of upwards of 50,000 souls, we will have the moral authority to demand the rest of the world take the actions necessary to stop the killing. If that means the use of military force ech-elons above simply bombing ISIS, so be it.

There is such a thing as a just war and destroying ISIS and Assad is a just aim if ever there was one. We must recog-nize, however, that the power vacuum

we create by military action will require a generation of occupa-tion and education if we are not to repeat the errors made by toppling despotic regimes and walking away (i.e. Libya, Iraq)

Those who think the problem can be solved by aid pack-ages and refugee intake alone are criminally mistaken. One wonders if their position is governed by the knowledge that to really solve the problem requires much greater sacrifice than they have the stomach for.

That’s my thought on this impossible situation.

Don McLaughlinKamloops, B.C.

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Appreciating foster parentsSome of the foster parents in the North Thompson Valley take part in a dinner held for them during October, Foster Parent Appreciation Month. During the dinner they and Ministry of Children and Family Development staff talked about the challenges and joys of being “safe” homes for young people. For informa-tion about how to become a foster parent, please contact Wendy Harris at the Ministry's Clearwater office, 250-674-6810. Pictured are (back, l-r) Marga-ret Neal, Tracy Richardson, Wayne Richardson, Pam Ritchie, Marvin Ritchie, (front, l-r) Sandi Allen and Pat Ratcliffe. Photo by Keith McNeill

Leap Manifesto is not a threat to the general publicEditor, The Times:

Look before you leap – good advice.The Leap Manifesto, launched Sept. 15, was a

call for Canada that was based on caring for the Earth and one another. In other words, policy and politics should align with climate science.

Even Mark Carney has said that and he was possibly the best Bank of Canada governor in history.

This manifesto sounds perfectly sensible – invest in infrastructure, go somewhat “green.” In these days of climate change and global warming, it would appear to be essential to our survival.

The Leap Manifesto is supported by the usual suspects, such as David Suzuki and Ashley Callingbull.

The article I'm quoting from is by Seth Klein, brother of Naomi Klein and B.C. director of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.

A quick glance at this manifesto's basics have convinced me that the rest of us should have no problems in supporting it.

So why the horrendous hysteria on the part of Canada's corporate media?

The Globe and Mail said that this document calls for the “upending of the capitalist system.”

The Prince George Citizen (reprinted in the Vancouver Sun), said the manifesto was released by some of Canada's most radical and left-wing forces, “a chilling document.”

And that convicted felon and Canadian when it's convenient, Conrad Black, writing in the National Post, heaped scorn with some creative insults.

One does not have to look further for an example of how our corporate media sees its main duty to protect our clapped-out capitalist system – a capitalism that depends on some free market tooth fairy who, like Godot, never does show up when needed.

Yes, the Leap Manifesto does pose a threat to this cuckoo capitalism.

To the rest of us, no.Dennis PeacockClearwater, B.C

Even a 'futile gesture' will help refugees displaced from war zones


B.C. priorities for the incoming Trudeau government in Ottawa

editorial by Premier Christy Clark

Opinion “ You cannot beat a roulette table unless you steal money from it.” -Albert Einstein, physicist

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After the longest federal election campaign in living memory, I hope all the candidates across the province, took a day or two off with their families.

Putting your name forward and step-ping into the often tough world of poli-tics isn’t easy, but our democratic system relies on good people doing just that. Win or lose, they all deserve our thanks and respect.

In particular, I want to congratulate Justin Trudeau, and local MPs Dan Albas, Mel Arnold, Richard Cannings, and Stephen Fuhr. And I want to thank Ron Cannan for his service to Kelowna-Lake Country. Regardless of party affili-ation, my job as premier is to work with all federal parties to ensure the federal government understands our priori-ties. That means supporting our strong, growing and diverse economy, creating the conditions for new jobs, opening new markets in Asia, and investing in critical services and infrastructure.

The results are clear: British Columbia is one of the last few net con-tributors to confederation. While other provinces struggle to control spending and balance their budgets, we have three consecutive balanced budgets in a row, with a fourth coming next year, and in four years, we’ll eliminate B.C.’s operat-ing debt for the first time in 40 years.

Thanks to your hard work, B.C. is projected to lead Canada in economic growth this year and for years to come; placing our province in an enviable posi-tion in Canada. It also means we have

the ability to build upon our world-leading education, health care and post-secondary systems. Those are the things we can control – but like any province, British Columbia needs a strong federal partner.

I’ve already reached out to Trudeau about our most urgent priority: A new agreement with the United States on softwood lumber. The now-expired 2006 agreement saw $2.4 billion in duties returned to B.C. companies – a huge boost for one of B.C.’s largest and most significant economic engines.

Forestry is responsible for more than 145,000 direct and indirect jobs. While we’ve made great strides diversifying our export markets, particularly in Asia, the U.S. isn’t going anywhere – it will always be a crucial market. It’s critical to have a stable agreement with our largest soft-wood trading partner.

We also need a federal partner to support a once-in-a-generation opportu-nity in liquefied natural gas. The Pacific NorthWest LNG project, currently under review by the federal government, represents a US$36-billion investment, 330 direct operational long-term jobs, 300 local spin-off jobs, up to 4,500 jobs at peak construction, as well as contract, supply, and other economic opportuni-ties for small- and medium-sized busi-nesses across the province.

I look forward to working with Prime Minister Trudeau to ensure B.C. can continue to contribute to this country like never before.

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Editor, The Times:The Clearwater chapter

of the Rural and Remote Division of Family Practice still needs your input! We have had good response, but the more surveys that are completed, the more complete the picture we will have of the health care needs in the North Thompson Valley, which we can then work to address.

The Community Health Survey is now online at https://surveys.divisionsbc.

ca/CommunityHealth Survey.survey and will be available until Tuesday, Dec 1. This is the same survey as the paper version, just more convenient for those with access to a computer.

Paper surveys are still available at many loca-tions from Little Fort to Blue River, along with blue collection boxes. The deadline for the paper ver-sion has been extended to Thursday, Nov 5 for collec-tion in the boxes. After that

date, please drop off at the Clearwater Medical Center.

If you have any ques-tions, or need surveys picked up please contact me at 250.674.3810 or by email at [email protected].

Thank you very much. We appreciate the support, and look forward to receiv-ing your survey.

Laura Soles, chapter coordinator

Clearwater chapter of RRDFP

Editor, The Times:Re: Myths of the Highway

of Tears (Oct. 29 issue of the Times).

Tom Fletcher's column trig-gered my memory of the dog whistle politics we saw in the recent federal election.

The Highway of Tears is not a myth and using mythol-ogy in the title of that column is an insult to the hundreds of Aboriginal families who have lost loved ones as a result of many tragedies that have occurred on that road and across this country.

The identity politics of the outgoing prime minister were

properly rewarded, and the party that showed Stephen Harper the door at 24 Sussex Drive has promised an inquiry into the disproportionate number of murders and disappearances that continue to occur in the Aboriginal population. It would be hoped that an inquiry will begin to expose the depth and colour of systemic issues inher-ent in Canadian institutions that help perpetuate these tragedies, and that the new federal govern-ment will commit to real solu-tions from its recommendations.

The incoming prime minister has made further commitments to the 92 recommendations

that came out of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) process.

The TRC has helped many Canadians to understand the origins of deep-rooted problems faced by Aboriginal communi-ties both on and off reserve, and to help them move Canadians individually and collectively to a reconciliation commit-ment. Those current and future problems will always be about the quality of the relationship between the First Nations people and the general non-native population.

Improving the transportation options for people in the North

is primary, but it does not solve the systemic problems that con-tinue to poison opportunities for everyone to work together to end the dysphoria that has dominat-ed Aboriginal communities both on and off reserve.

Reconciliation Canada (rec-onciliationcanada.ca) is a key agent of change in this space and is dedicated to building meaningful relationships where all Canadians achieve their full potential and shared prosperity. Getting informed is the first step. Stepping into this discourse is the next. I am stepping in.

Carl MashonVictoria, B.C.

Health care survey needs more input

Reconciliation: a meaningful step


Editor, The Times:The heartbreak

of seeing drowned little boys has deeply saddened all of us. It is only natural and human that we want to do something to help the thousands and thousands of people who have been displaced by war.

The fact that in reality there is little we can do to solve the problem for the millions who have been forced to flee war zones only increases the frustra-tion level of the aver-age Canadian.

What we need is a futile gesture. We need to take some action that will help out a very lucky few but will make all of us “feel better” because we will have at least done some-thing.

It will do nothing to stop the killing

but it will mark us as a compassionate society that wants to help. Whether it does anything to address the real problem is beside the point and must be recognized as such from the outset.

We can do this. We have the knowl-edge and experience of the intake of the Vietnamese boat peo-ple. Dust off the files and lessons learned.

We have in mili-tary facilities located across the country the accommoda-tion to house several thousand families while documentation and screening is com-pleted. We have the private organizations and groups who want to sponsor refugee families.

Let’s do it.I’m sure we can

shame the Americans into providing the strategic lift to ferry

refugees from Turkey and Jordan. So what are we waiting for? Come on politicians, this is your chance to rise above politics.

When we have started to expe-dite the intake of upwards of 50,000 souls, we will have the moral authority to demand the rest of the world take the actions necessary to stop the killing. If that means the use of military force ech-elons above simply bombing ISIS, so be it.

There is such a thing as a just war and destroying ISIS and Assad is a just aim if ever there was one. We must recog-nize, however, that the power vacuum

we create by military action will require a generation of occupa-tion and education if we are not to repeat the errors made by toppling despotic regimes and walking away (i.e. Libya, Iraq)

Those who think the problem can be solved by aid pack-ages and refugee intake alone are criminally mistaken. One wonders if their position is governed by the knowledge that to really solve the problem requires much greater sacrifice than they have the stomach for.

That’s my thought on this impossible situation.

Don McLaughlinKamloops, B.C.

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Appreciating foster parentsSome of the foster parents in the North Thompson Valley take part in a dinner held for them during October, Foster Parent Appreciation Month. During the dinner they and Ministry of Children and Family Development staff talked about the challenges and joys of being “safe” homes for young people. For informa-tion about how to become a foster parent, please contact Wendy Harris at the Ministry's Clearwater office, 250-674-6810. Pictured are (back, l-r) Marga-ret Neal, Tracy Richardson, Wayne Richardson, Pam Ritchie, Marvin Ritchie, (front, l-r) Sandi Allen and Pat Ratcliffe. Photo by Keith McNeill

Leap Manifesto is not a threat to the general publicEditor, The Times:

Look before you leap – good advice.The Leap Manifesto, launched Sept. 15, was a

call for Canada that was based on caring for the Earth and one another. In other words, policy and politics should align with climate science.

Even Mark Carney has said that and he was possibly the best Bank of Canada governor in history.

This manifesto sounds perfectly sensible – invest in infrastructure, go somewhat “green.” In these days of climate change and global warming, it would appear to be essential to our survival.

The Leap Manifesto is supported by the usual suspects, such as David Suzuki and Ashley Callingbull.

The article I'm quoting from is by Seth Klein, brother of Naomi Klein and B.C. director of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.

A quick glance at this manifesto's basics have convinced me that the rest of us should have no problems in supporting it.

So why the horrendous hysteria on the part of Canada's corporate media?

The Globe and Mail said that this document calls for the “upending of the capitalist system.”

The Prince George Citizen (reprinted in the Vancouver Sun), said the manifesto was released by some of Canada's most radical and left-wing forces, “a chilling document.”

And that convicted felon and Canadian when it's convenient, Conrad Black, writing in the National Post, heaped scorn with some creative insults.

One does not have to look further for an example of how our corporate media sees its main duty to protect our clapped-out capitalist system – a capitalism that depends on some free market tooth fairy who, like Godot, never does show up when needed.

Yes, the Leap Manifesto does pose a threat to this cuckoo capitalism.

To the rest of us, no.Dennis PeacockClearwater, B.C

Even a 'futile gesture' will help refugees displaced from war zones


B.C. priorities for the incoming Trudeau government in Ottawa

editorial by Premier Christy Clark

Opinion “ You cannot beat a roulette table unless you steal money from it.” -Albert Einstein, physicist

BC Press CouncilThe Times is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the BC Press Council.Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to BC Press Council, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1A9For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

After the longest federal election campaign in living memory, I hope all the candidates across the province, took a day or two off with their families.

Putting your name forward and step-ping into the often tough world of poli-tics isn’t easy, but our democratic system relies on good people doing just that. Win or lose, they all deserve our thanks and respect.

In particular, I want to congratulate Justin Trudeau, and local MPs Dan Albas, Mel Arnold, Richard Cannings, and Stephen Fuhr. And I want to thank Ron Cannan for his service to Kelowna-Lake Country. Regardless of party affili-ation, my job as premier is to work with all federal parties to ensure the federal government understands our priori-ties. That means supporting our strong, growing and diverse economy, creating the conditions for new jobs, opening new markets in Asia, and investing in critical services and infrastructure.

The results are clear: British Columbia is one of the last few net con-tributors to confederation. While other provinces struggle to control spending and balance their budgets, we have three consecutive balanced budgets in a row, with a fourth coming next year, and in four years, we’ll eliminate B.C.’s operat-ing debt for the first time in 40 years.

Thanks to your hard work, B.C. is projected to lead Canada in economic growth this year and for years to come; placing our province in an enviable posi-tion in Canada. It also means we have

the ability to build upon our world-leading education, health care and post-secondary systems. Those are the things we can control – but like any province, British Columbia needs a strong federal partner.

I’ve already reached out to Trudeau about our most urgent priority: A new agreement with the United States on softwood lumber. The now-expired 2006 agreement saw $2.4 billion in duties returned to B.C. companies – a huge boost for one of B.C.’s largest and most significant economic engines.

Forestry is responsible for more than 145,000 direct and indirect jobs. While we’ve made great strides diversifying our export markets, particularly in Asia, the U.S. isn’t going anywhere – it will always be a crucial market. It’s critical to have a stable agreement with our largest soft-wood trading partner.

We also need a federal partner to support a once-in-a-generation opportu-nity in liquefied natural gas. The Pacific NorthWest LNG project, currently under review by the federal government, represents a US$36-billion investment, 330 direct operational long-term jobs, 300 local spin-off jobs, up to 4,500 jobs at peak construction, as well as contract, supply, and other economic opportuni-ties for small- and medium-sized busi-nesses across the province.

I look forward to working with Prime Minister Trudeau to ensure B.C. can continue to contribute to this country like never before.

74 young Road, Unit 14 Brookfi eld Mall, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N2Phone: 250-674-3343 Fax: 250-674-3410Email: [email protected]

Publisher: Al KirkwoodEditor: Keith McNeillOffi ce manager: Yevonne Cline


Established September 23, 1964Member, BC Press Council

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E

NORTH THOMPSON


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ETimesWe acknowledge the fi nancial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.

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Editor, The Times:The Clearwater chapter

of the Rural and Remote Division of Family Practice still needs your input! We have had good response, but the more surveys that are completed, the more complete the picture we will have of the health care needs in the North Thompson Valley, which we can then work to address.

The Community Health Survey is now online at https://surveys.divisionsbc.

ca/CommunityHealth Survey.survey and will be available until Tuesday, Dec 1. This is the same survey as the paper version, just more convenient for those with access to a computer.

Paper surveys are still available at many loca-tions from Little Fort to Blue River, along with blue collection boxes. The deadline for the paper ver-sion has been extended to Thursday, Nov 5 for collec-tion in the boxes. After that

date, please drop off at the Clearwater Medical Center.

If you have any ques-tions, or need surveys picked up please contact me at 250.674.3810 or by email at [email protected].

Thank you very much. We appreciate the support, and look forward to receiv-ing your survey.

Laura Soles, chapter coordinator

Clearwater chapter of RRDFP

Editor, The Times:Re: Myths of the Highway

of Tears (Oct. 29 issue of the Times).

Tom Fletcher's column trig-gered my memory of the dog whistle politics we saw in the recent federal election.

The Highway of Tears is not a myth and using mythol-ogy in the title of that column is an insult to the hundreds of Aboriginal families who have lost loved ones as a result of many tragedies that have occurred on that road and across this country.

The identity politics of the outgoing prime minister were

properly rewarded, and the party that showed Stephen Harper the door at 24 Sussex Drive has promised an inquiry into the disproportionate number of murders and disappearances that continue to occur in the Aboriginal population. It would be hoped that an inquiry will begin to expose the depth and colour of systemic issues inher-ent in Canadian institutions that help perpetuate these tragedies, and that the new federal govern-ment will commit to real solu-tions from its recommendations.

The incoming prime minister has made further commitments to the 92 recommendations

that came out of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) process.

The TRC has helped many Canadians to understand the origins of deep-rooted problems faced by Aboriginal communi-ties both on and off reserve, and to help them move Canadians individually and collectively to a reconciliation commit-ment. Those current and future problems will always be about the quality of the relationship between the First Nations people and the general non-native population.

Improving the transportation options for people in the North

is primary, but it does not solve the systemic problems that con-tinue to poison opportunities for everyone to work together to end the dysphoria that has dominat-ed Aboriginal communities both on and off reserve.

Reconciliation Canada (rec-onciliationcanada.ca) is a key agent of change in this space and is dedicated to building meaningful relationships where all Canadians achieve their full potential and shared prosperity. Getting informed is the first step. Stepping into this discourse is the next. I am stepping in.

Carl MashonVictoria, B.C.

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Edward (Fast Eddy) Dostaler is back in Kamloops to pick up a car and raise aware-ness for breast-cancer and Alzheimer’s research.

“This break is about picking up a vehicle and going to schools along the way,” said Dostaler, whose run across Canada and back has been put on hold.

“We’re sending out mass emails to schools.”

Dostaler planned to do the run solo and unsupported, but

decided he will be able to raise more aware-ness for the causes if he was accompanied by a vehicle.

He temporarily abandoned the run last week, halting his prog-ress in Gander, N.L., and flew home to the Tournament Capital on Friday.

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Back-to-the-land stories Author Eleanor Deckert (l) presents Darlene Cowie of the Clearwater Library with a copy of her book, “10 Days in December.” Deckert will speak at book launch events at the Clearwater Library on Nov. 12 at 12 noon and Nov. 13, 1 – 6 p.m. She will be at the Kamloops Library main branch on Dec. 9, 7 – 8:30 p.m. The bookmobile will also have a copy available for loan. Photo by Katrina Link

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A report was provided to the Thompson-Nicola Regional District board of directors during its meeting on Oct. 22 that included statistics on the TNRD's new bylaw dispute adjudication system.

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The new system also allows disputes to be resolved through an adjudicator instead of through the provin-

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The Thompson region will add 30,000 jobs in the next 10 years, with the highest

demand in health care, according to a new labour-market report.

“The issue is we have to find a lot of new workers to replace ones that are retiring,” said economist Rob Malatest.

About half the new positions will require post-secondary educa-tion, including trades training.

Occupations that will see growth include hospitality, tourism, as well as clerical staff.

The number of jobs will increase if the 31 major projects in an area become a reality.

The study found 8,000 vacancies and 4,000 unemployed in the region.

50 YEARS AGO:Thirty members

of North Thompson Savings and Credit Union gathered at the Women's Institute Hall in Clearwater to pay tribute to Mr. and Mrs. John Quelle. They were often spoken of as "Mr. and Mrs. Credit Union" for their work in orga-nizing the local credit union.

An ad invited one and all to inspect the local credit union branch's new premises.

45 YEARS AGO:A telegram from

Health Minister Ralph Loffmark asked John Harwood of Wells Gray Hospital Society what steps his board was tak-ing to expedite planning and construction of an ambulatory diagnostic and treatment center in Clearwater.

In a statement from School District 26 (Birch Island), chairman Mrs. M.W. Pye said that no decision had yet been made regarding proposed amalgamation with School District 24 (Kamloops).

40 YEARS AGO:Two letters to the

editor opposed a pro-posal to build a federal maximum-security pris-

on in the area. A major-ity at a meeting of the Chamber of Commerce had voted in favor of such a prison, but one letter writer noted that only eight or 10 raised their hand for the vote, out of about 50 people present.

35 YEARS AGO:Three sisters,

Annabelle Marsel of Clearwater, Evie

Anderson of Ruskin and Ruth Davis from Dixon, Illinois, were re-united in Clearwater after 56 years. Ruth had been taken to England in 1924 to live with her grandparents after her mother's death, and her family in the Cariboo lost track of her.

30 YEARS AGO:A two-vehicle colli-

sion in Clearwater took the life of a 38-year-old Vavenby mother of two children. Her Honda Civic was struck head-on by a half-ton pickup. Police urged motorists to make allowance for bad road conditions and to slow down to a safe speed.

About 250 people were on hand at the dedication of Clearwater's new Sikh temple. Planning for the Tegh Bahadurji temple, named after the ninth guru of Sikhism, had begun with a meeting at CSS about three years earlier.

25 YEARS AGO:MLA Bud Smith

thanked School District 26 superintendent Don Handfield and Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital administrator Linda Basran for their help in securing funding for a mental health offi-cer to serve the area.

20 YEARS AGO:From 1,000 to

1,300 people filled the Clearwater Stockcar Association grounds to watch a fireworks dis-play put on by the fire department. The display was the first in a long time.

15 YEARS AGO:Karen Montgomery

was named Clearwater Citizen of the Year. Other nominees were Edna Gray, Katrina Link, Jeanette Stockton, Joyce St. John, Lloyd Strickland and Paul Robison (who passed

away shortly before the awards banquet).

The provincial gov-ernment was prepared to substantially increase its contribution to help Clearwater incorporate said TNRD director Bert Walker. Kamloops MLA Cathy MacGregor was prepared to increase the grant to cover the costs of incorporation from $150 per capita to $200. Transportation Minister Harry Lali would have his staff re-consider a study that found major expenditures would be needed on the roads within the proposed municipality.

10 YEARS AGO:Close to 20 people,

including members of Clearwater's United Church congregation, took part in the final family service for Birch Island's little church. "You and I, on this day, are going through a death and a restorative process," said Rev. Jim White during the final service for St. John and St. Paul's Anglican Church.

An estimated 1,000 people or more watched the Halloween fire-works display put on by the Clearwater Fire Department.

5 YEARS AGO:Canfor was work-

ing on a business plan to re-open its Vavenby sawmill, Mayor John Harwood reported to Clearwater town

council. "They likely wouldn't be selling wood on the open mar-ket but by direct sale," he said.

A crane lifted 10 modules onto their foundations next to Evergreen Acres as construction continued on a project to provide additional housing for local seniors and the disabled.

Thieves stole three quads plus a pickup truck and a trailer from three Parksville hunt-ers who were staying overnight in Little Fort. The trio had been com-ing back to the area for seven consecutive years.

1 YEAR AGO:Blue River’s Willow

MacDonald and Shelley Sim of Clearwater faced off to decide who should be the next school trustee for the upper North Thompson Valley during an elec-tion forum at CSS. A few hours later they did it again at a forum at Blue River. MacDonald then debated for a third time as she took on Max Lentz, who was chal-lenging her to be TNRD director for Thompson Headwaters (Area B).

Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department was called out to fight a late season forest fire near the Candle Creek cross-country ski trails. The fire was confined to duff on the forest floor but appeared to have been burning for some time.

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Edward (Fast Eddy) Dostaler is back in Kamloops to pick up a car and raise aware-ness for breast-cancer and Alzheimer’s research.

“This break is about picking up a vehicle and going to schools along the way,” said Dostaler, whose run across Canada and back has been put on hold.

“We’re sending out mass emails to schools.”

Dostaler planned to do the run solo and unsupported, but

decided he will be able to raise more aware-ness for the causes if he was accompanied by a vehicle.

He temporarily abandoned the run last week, halting his prog-ress in Gander, N.L., and flew home to the Tournament Capital on Friday.

In August, Dostaler told KTW he was run-

ning out of money and the return trip might not be pos-sible, but made it clear today (Oct. 28) the hiatus in Kamloops is not about raising cash for himself.

He plans to return to Gander and contin-ue the journey home to B.C.

The vehicle will enable Dostaler to visit

more schools and par-ticipate in more media events on his westward return trip, he said.

Since touching down in the River City, Dostaler has been in contact with elementary and high schools across Kamloops and sur-rounding areas, aiming to plan educational visits.

Email [email protected] to contact Dostaler.

6 - 7Bylaw adjudication process working for regional district

Back-to-the-land stories Author Eleanor Deckert (l) presents Darlene Cowie of the Clearwater Library with a copy of her book, “10 Days in December.” Deckert will speak at book launch events at the Clearwater Library on Nov. 12 at 12 noon and Nov. 13, 1 – 6 p.m. She will be at the Kamloops Library main branch on Dec. 9, 7 – 8:30 p.m. The bookmobile will also have a copy available for loan. Photo by Katrina Link

Times Staff

A report was provided to the Thompson-Nicola Regional District board of directors during its meeting on Oct. 22 that included statistics on the TNRD's new bylaw dispute adjudication system.

In February of this year, the board adopt-ed a bylaw that allows for the enforcement of regional district's regu-latory bylaws through issuance of a notice (a ticket with corre-sponding fines).

The new system also allows disputes to be resolved through an adjudicator instead of through the provin-

cial court system.In July, August and

September, a total of eight tickets were issued — two were paid and one was dis-puted. One ticket was taken through to an adjudication hearing.

Occupational health and wellness position created

After receiv-ing a report on the increasing attention WorkSafe BC has been giving to health and safety at local government work places, the board resolved to create a safety and wellness specialist position within the human resources department, effective January 2016.

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It's time to break your piggy bank and head to the local Christmas craft fairs.

I have just come from the annual Little Fort Christmas Craft Fair and my eyes are still dancing as I recall

the splendid booths.Excellent variety

and abundant wares, clever designs, every colour imaginable, vendors from several places brought such a wide selection of inter-esting items.

I saw knitting from Peru, wooden

jewelry from Africa, ornaments made of glass, charming stuffed toys, handy kitchen gadgets, garden prod-ucts, collections of soothing health prod-ucts, glittery trinkets, patchwork patterns and wooden plaques. There were slippers and mittens, hats and quilts, all chasing away

winter's chill. The glassware was painted so delicately. The deco-rations would comple-ment every home. The chocolates and baking smelled inviting. The unique designs and quality craftsman-ship were worth every penny.

Watch for announcements. Make

your wish list. Check out the local crafts-manship. Why spend your money on far off factory-made items you can buy at any time of year? It seems to me that these bazaar opportunities are bet-ter than a gold mine as Christmas gift-giving draws ever nearer.

Come and see!

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Vandalism at gas stationOn Saturday, Oct. 10 at approximately

2:45 a.m., an unknown person smashed out a couple of the windows of the Avola Gas Station.

The cost to replace the windows was approximately $2,500.

Clearwater RCMP are asking for the public’s help. Anyone with information, please contact the RCMP (250-674-2237) or Crime Stoppers (1-800-222-8477).

Two driving too fastOn Oct. 28 at 10:40 a.m., Clearwater

RCMP impounded a Honda Civic SI for speeding at 152 km/hr in a posted 100 km/hr zone on Highway 5 near Birch Island.

The driver was issued a speeding ticket for $368 and his vehicle will be impounded for seven days.

On Oct. 29 at 3:15 p.m., Clearwater RCMP pulled over a Dodge Ram pickup for speeding 133 km/hr in a posted 100 km/hr zone just north of Little Fort.

The driver was issued a speeding ticket for $198. During the traffic stop a small amount of hash oil was seized from the driver. Charges are not being forwarded at this time.

Asleep at the wheelOn Oct. 30 at approximately 6 a.m. the

driver of a white van fell asleep, drove off of the highway into the ditch, striking a power pole before the van came to a rest.

The investigation revealed the driver did not have a valid driver’s licence, he was speeding and the van did not have valid insurance.

The door was removed from the van so the driver could be extracted and taken to hospital.

The driver's girlfriend (passenger) did not sustain any injuries.

The driver was issued almost $1,500 in tickets under the BC Motor Vehicle Act. RCMP also seized a small amount of cocaine and three meth pipes from the inside of the van.

Arrested for assaultOn Oct. 31, Clearwater RCMP attended

a residence on Old North Thompson Highway for a report of a fight between two males.

One of the male was arrested for assault and will have to appear in Clearwater Provincial Court in November 2015.

The other male was taken to the hospital for minor injuries.

Impaired driving brings penaltyOn Nov. 1 at approximately 1:45 a.m.,

Clearwater RCMP pulled over a vehicle on Highway 5 near Clearwater Station Road.

The driver was deemed to be impaired by alcohol. The driver was issued a 90 day driving prohibition and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

It will cost the driver approximately $5,000 to get his driver’s licence back.

Christmas craft sale gets underway

Wendy Pollard of Vavenby displays her magnificent quilts and other wares at a craft fair held at the Blue River Community Hall, Sunday Nov. 1. With more local people fine-tuning their artistic skills, it's time to take a closer look at these temporary mar-kets and seek out the gems. Photo by Eleanor Deckert

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Jessica Wallace – Kamloops This Week

Bob Dieno believes it’s time for a change — just not one that involves springing ahead or falling back.

The Kamloops business owner and past president of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce is behind a petition gaining trac-tion to cancel seasonal time change across the province, with the goal of handing over at least 10,000 signatures to the provincial gov-ernment.

“So, stay on one time all year long,” Dieno told KTW.

“You set your time and you set your clocks and that’s it.”

Dieno has been against adjusting time since his student days at Cariboo College, when he missed a final exam and would have failed a chemistry course had it not been for an empa-thetic professor who allowed him — and two other students — to take it at a later date, albeit with a penalty.

It left a sour taste in Dieno’s mouth, one that remains almost 25 years later.

“I honestly truly have disliked the time change forever,” he said. “Nobody ever ques-

tions it. Nobody ever stands out there and says, ‘Why are we doing this?’”

He said he talked to thousands of people, noting “everybody hates it.”

Those against it, Dieno said, are largely indifferent.

“If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it,” he said.“But, I can tell you it’s actually broken.”Towns in the eastern corners of the prov-

ince, such as Creston and many in the Peace River region, never change their clocks, but their schedules are more complicated than those jumping back and forth with the seasons.

They don’t operate on Daylight Saving Time and, complicating the matter, are with Alberta in the Mountain Time Zone — an hour ahead of the Pacific Time Zone — for reasons dating back to the building of the railroad.

Dieno cited vari-ous statistics, such as heart attacks spiking after the clocks spring ahead to increased traffic-related deaths,

insomnia and health issues among seniors.“Researchers looked at the Mondays fol-

lowing the time shift over a 23-year-period between 1983 and 2006 and found 3.6 more injuries on time shift days and a 68 per cent increase in lost work days,” states Dieno’s Chamber policy, citing a 2009 study by the Journal of Applied Psychology.

ICBC issues reminders before each change of possible dangers associated with the switch, urging drivers, pedestrians and cyclists to take extra care and caution in the following weeks.

Those interested in signing the petition can go online to the Stop the Time Change Facebook page, where the petition is linked.

8 - 9Work-SafeBC rule changes follow in wake of deathsKamloops This Week

The B.C. gov-ernment has intro-duced changes to WorkSafeBC legisla-tion in the wake of fatal dust explosions at two northern B.C. sawmills in 2012.

MLAs are debat-ing a bill that requires employers to report all workplace fires or explosions that had the poten-tial to cause serious injury to a worker, require employer investigation reports to be posted or reported to employ-ees, and allows WorkSafeBC to help workplace health and safety committees to resolve disagreements over health and safe-ty issues.

Two mill workers died and 20 others were injured when an explosion and fire tore through the Babine Forest Products sawmill on Jan. 20, 2012.

On April 23, 2012 a similar explosion killed two work-ers and injured 22 more employees at Lakeland Mills in Prince George.

No criminal charges were laid in either event.

Is it time for no time change? Petition calls for end to falling back and springing ahead

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Project Lead position: Expression of InterestThe CYMHSU Collaborative, funded by the Shared Care Committee with support from the Ministry of Health and Doctors of BC, involves multiple organizations and ministries all working together to increase the number of children, youth, and their families receiving timely access to mental health services and support in the Interior Health region.

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Jessica Wallace – Kamloops This Week

Bob Dieno believes it’s time for a change — just not one that involves springing ahead or falling back.

The Kamloops business owner and past president of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce is behind a petition gaining trac-tion to cancel seasonal time change across the province, with the goal of handing over at least 10,000 signatures to the provincial gov-ernment.

“So, stay on one time all year long,” Dieno told KTW.

“You set your time and you set your clocks and that’s it.”

Dieno has been against adjusting time since his student days at Cariboo College, when he missed a final exam and would have failed a chemistry course had it not been for an empa-thetic professor who allowed him — and two other students — to take it at a later date, albeit with a penalty.

It left a sour taste in Dieno’s mouth, one that remains almost 25 years later.

“I honestly truly have disliked the time change forever,” he said. “Nobody ever ques-

tions it. Nobody ever stands out there and says, ‘Why are we doing this?’”

He said he talked to thousands of people, noting “everybody hates it.”

Those against it, Dieno said, are largely indifferent.

“If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it,” he said.“But, I can tell you it’s actually broken.”Towns in the eastern corners of the prov-

ince, such as Creston and many in the Peace River region, never change their clocks, but their schedules are more complicated than those jumping back and forth with the seasons.

They don’t operate on Daylight Saving Time and, complicating the matter, are with Alberta in the Mountain Time Zone — an hour ahead of the Pacific Time Zone — for reasons dating back to the building of the railroad.

Dieno cited vari-ous statistics, such as heart attacks spiking after the clocks spring ahead to increased traffic-related deaths,

insomnia and health issues among seniors.“Researchers looked at the Mondays fol-

lowing the time shift over a 23-year-period between 1983 and 2006 and found 3.6 more injuries on time shift days and a 68 per cent increase in lost work days,” states Dieno’s Chamber policy, citing a 2009 study by the Journal of Applied Psychology.

ICBC issues reminders before each change of possible dangers associated with the switch, urging drivers, pedestrians and cyclists to take extra care and caution in the following weeks.

Those interested in signing the petition can go online to the Stop the Time Change Facebook page, where the petition is linked.

8 - 9Work-SafeBC rule changes follow in wake of deathsKamloops This Week

The B.C. gov-ernment has intro-duced changes to WorkSafeBC legisla-tion in the wake of fatal dust explosions at two northern B.C. sawmills in 2012.

MLAs are debat-ing a bill that requires employers to report all workplace fires or explosions that had the poten-tial to cause serious injury to a worker, require employer investigation reports to be posted or reported to employ-ees, and allows WorkSafeBC to help workplace health and safety committees to resolve disagreements over health and safe-ty issues.

Two mill workers died and 20 others were injured when an explosion and fire tore through the Babine Forest Products sawmill on Jan. 20, 2012.

On April 23, 2012 a similar explosion killed two work-ers and injured 22 more employees at Lakeland Mills in Prince George.

No criminal charges were laid in either event.

Is it time for no time change? Petition calls for end to falling back and springing ahead


10-11

Fireworks show is a blast!Left: A globular cluster explosion is reflected in the still waters of Dutch Lake.Below, left and right: Rockets blast the skies over Clearwa-ter during the fire department's annual fireworks show on Hallowe'en.Photos byKeith McNeill

Cam Fortems – Kamloops This Week

A forest union official is crying foul at burning of slash piles that could be used for products or to create energy.

Under the watch of government, B.C.'s forest industry continues to burn timber on the forest floor that could be used to create energy, a senior executive with Unifor has charged.

Rene Pellerin, an executive with Unifor Local 10-b and its former president, said members touring in the bush are collecting for him examples of wood waste about to go up in smoke.

"Eastern [Canada] mills are just appalled at what we're doing here," Pellerin said. "They're starving for timber. They can't run while we just burn this stuff."

He highlighted two examples

found last month, two smaller piles near Knouff Lake and a massive burn pile in the Monte Lake area. Pellerin said both appear to contain potentially valuable wood resources that could, at least, be burned in co-generation plants.

Rick Sommer, district forest manager in Kamloops, said com-panies are not breaking rules when they burn slash. He said the piles found "... don't look significantly different from the piles I've seen over the past several weeks."

There are rules in place allow-ing companies to burn only when weather conditions are favourable for venting.

Kamloops Forest District is part of a research project to determine if there are ways to utilize more of the fibre.

Potential uses include energy, wood pellets for export or solid wood products.

Union calls for an end to burning of slash piles

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Out trick-or-treatingMembers of the Radcliff gang check out the decorations at the Ken and Bev Smith residence on Riverview Crescent on Hallowe'en. Pictured are (back, l-r) Gord Radcliff as the Mad Hatter, Harper Schrauwen as the Reaper, (front, l-r) Anna Tilley as a Dragon, Sandra Tilley as Batman, and Jillian Rad.Photo by Keith McNeill

Wildlife in the urban interfaceLeft: Three deer graze along the Highway 5 right-of-way next to the new Clearwater Shopping Centre on Sunday evening.Below: One of the deer appears unperturbed by vehicles parked nearby. Drivers in the vehicles seemed unaware the animals were just over the fence. Photos by Keith McNeill

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Fireworks show is a blast!Left: A globular cluster explosion is reflected in the still waters of Dutch Lake.Below, left and right: Rockets blast the skies over Clearwa-ter during the fire department's annual fireworks show on Hallowe'en.Photos byKeith McNeill

Cam Fortems – Kamloops This Week

A forest union official is crying foul at burning of slash piles that could be used for products or to create energy.

Under the watch of government, B.C.'s forest industry continues to burn timber on the forest floor that could be used to create energy, a senior executive with Unifor has charged.

Rene Pellerin, an executive with Unifor Local 10-b and its former president, said members touring in the bush are collecting for him examples of wood waste about to go up in smoke.

"Eastern [Canada] mills are just appalled at what we're doing here," Pellerin said. "They're starving for timber. They can't run while we just burn this stuff."

He highlighted two examples

found last month, two smaller piles near Knouff Lake and a massive burn pile in the Monte Lake area. Pellerin said both appear to contain potentially valuable wood resources that could, at least, be burned in co-generation plants.

Rick Sommer, district forest manager in Kamloops, said com-panies are not breaking rules when they burn slash. He said the piles found "... don't look significantly different from the piles I've seen over the past several weeks."

There are rules in place allow-ing companies to burn only when weather conditions are favourable for venting.

Kamloops Forest District is part of a research project to determine if there are ways to utilize more of the fibre.

Potential uses include energy, wood pellets for export or solid wood products.

Union calls for an end to burning of slash piles

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Sports

Keith McNeill

Volleyball sea-son has begun at Clearwater Secondary School and already some teams are show-ing promise, according to athletic director Marie Giesbrecht.

As reported in last week's issue, as of last week the senior boys were 2 – 2 for the season. They were to host the West Zone championships on Wednesday, Nov. 4.

They were to play Kamloops Christian School for the right to advance to the Okanagans in Kelowna. Look for results in a future issue of the Times.

The senior boys team includes players from grades 9 to 12.

Grade 8 girls are showing steady improvement as they play their league games.

Junior girls finished second in a tourna-ment at St. Ann's in October and have won several games in league play.

During a play-day at CSS on Oct. 24, the senior girls lost both their matches 2-1 against St. Ann's and Barriere.

The senior girls went to St. Ann's on Oct. 29 for more league games and beat St. Ann's and Chase 2-0.

Volleyball off to a promising start at CSS

Clearwater Secondary School senior girls volleyball player Annie Whelen goes up for a serve during a game against St. Ann's at the school on Oct. 24. The local team lost both their matches 2-1 against St. Ann's and Barriere. Photo by Keith McNeill

Heading up the iceClearwater Peewee House player Aubry Leppington takes the puck up the ice with Devin Green following and Alex La-mash at the back during a game against Penticton on Sunday, Oct. 24. Referee is Vanessa Mc-Gill. Over the weekend the Pee-wee House team hosted Pent-icton and Kamloops for some round-robin exhibition games. Clearwater won all four of its games. So far the team has only played two league games but has won both of them. The team will go to Ashcroft and Merritt in a week, then travel to Lumby for a tournament in No-vember. Photo by Keith McNeill

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www.cdmha.info/

Register @ 250 674 2594 or [email protected]


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Sports

Keith McNeill

Volleyball sea-son has begun at Clearwater Secondary School and already some teams are show-ing promise, according to athletic director Marie Giesbrecht.

As reported in last week's issue, as of last week the senior boys were 2 – 2 for the season. They were to host the West Zone championships on Wednesday, Nov. 4.

They were to play Kamloops Christian School for the right to advance to the Okanagans in Kelowna. Look for results in a future issue of the Times.

The senior boys team includes players from grades 9 to 12.

Grade 8 girls are showing steady improvement as they play their league games.

Junior girls finished second in a tourna-ment at St. Ann's in October and have won several games in league play.

During a play-day at CSS on Oct. 24, the senior girls lost both their matches 2-1 against St. Ann's and Barriere.

The senior girls went to St. Ann's on Oct. 29 for more league games and beat St. Ann's and Chase 2-0.

Volleyball off to a promising start at CSS

Clearwater Secondary School senior girls volleyball player Annie Whelen goes up for a serve during a game against St. Ann's at the school on Oct. 24. The local team lost both their matches 2-1 against St. Ann's and Barriere. Photo by Keith McNeill

Heading up the iceClearwater Peewee House player Aubry Leppington takes the puck up the ice with Devin Green following and Alex La-mash at the back during a game against Penticton on Sunday, Oct. 24. Referee is Vanessa Mc-Gill. Over the weekend the Pee-wee House team hosted Pent-icton and Kamloops for some round-robin exhibition games. Clearwater won all four of its games. So far the team has only played two league games but has won both of them. The team will go to Ashcroft and Merritt in a week, then travel to Lumby for a tournament in No-vember. Photo by Keith McNeill

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Robyn Rexin

There was a large crowd at the Hallowe'en party at Vavenby Hall. Nearly all of the adults were dressed in costumes as well. Hot dogs, hot chocolate, and coffee were given out for free.

There were only three age groups for the costume judging – preschool, primary school age, and adults. Everyone received a ribbon, a goodie bag, and a bag of chips.

After the judging, many of the adults and kids went outside to stand and chat around the bonfire. The young children were more interested in running around, chasing each other, and screaming.

The party ended with fireworks. They were very colourful and plentiful. Thanks go to the Vavenby Volunteer Fire Department for build-ing and looking after the bonfire and for set-ting off the fireworks, and to Val Bellows and Kathy Cederholm for organizing such a fantastic party.

Hallowe'en fun at Strong Start

Vavenby Strong Start had its Hallowe'en dress-up day on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Leader Mrs. Jody brought sensory bags for the girls to feel, one filled with spa-ghetti, all of them with eye balls and spiders.

First the girls made a Hallowe'en picture by cutting pieces of paper and gluing on

decorations such as cotton balls and pop-sicle sticks. The girls also carved a face on a pumpkin, which was donated by Bob and Mick Siddons of Clearwater.

Coffee and lunch for the community

Vavenby Christian Church held a free community coffee and lunch on Wednesday, Oct. 28. A large crowd, 32 people, attended this first one. There was a variety of deli-cious food to choose from and it was a good time for visiting. The next community lunch will be held on Nov. 25, 11 – 1.

Special Vavenby stamps

Vavenby post office had its New Image open house on Thursday, Oct. 29. A one-time only stamp,

with the picture of the post office on it, had been preordered by post mistress Charlene Tobin for the special celebration day.

The stamps sold quickly as a large crowd turned up for this event. There was tea, coffee, and baked goods available plus candy for the children.

There was also an Image Upgrade draw. Winners and what they won were: 1st Tina Tobin, silver maple leaf coin; 2, Stella Schuchardt, collection of Canada stamps booklet; 3, Continued on page A19

12 - 13Vavenby has fun at Hallowe'en party

Kelsey Rexin (l) and Kate Lin Tourond show off the pumpkin they carved at Strong Start in Vavenby. Photo by Robyn Rexin

Clearwater Ski HillSave the date...

Annual General MeetingWe are looking for directors for the board!

Come on out and vote/nominate!

November 12, 2015 at 7:00PM

Clearwater Ski Lodge566 Dunn Lake Road

(250) 674-3848

St James Catholic Church

Sunday Service Mass

11am - 12pm

324 Clearwater Village Road

1-250-372-2581

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 4:00pm

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

Phone: 250-674-2345308 W Old N Thompson Hwy

ChurchDirectory

Your 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

Pastor Doug Spinney 250.674.3624www.ccbaptist.ca

CLEARWATERCOMMUNITY

BAPTIST24E Old North Thompson Hwy

Worship Service 10:30

TRINITYSHARED MINISTRY

Anglican, Lutheran & UnitedMeeting at

St. James Catholic ChurchWorship Sunday 9am

Rev. Brian KrushelOffice: 250-672-5653 • [email protected]

www.norththompsonpc.ca


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STONE & COMPANYChartered Professional Accountants

Jason O’Driscoll, CPA, CA - Bob Lawrie, CPA, CGA

Rison 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: 250-554-2533 • Fax: 250-554-2536Providing Assurance and Accounting, Tax and Advisory Services

Accountant Appliance Repair

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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

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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

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Construction

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MARSHALL MCRAERed Seal Carpenter

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250-674-1182

On the Level Enterprises

Automotive Repair

649 Kennedy Road • www.wellsgrayservicecenter.ca

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Complete Farm & Garden Centre • Customer Service at its BestWinter Hours • 8:30am - 5:00pm • Monday to Saturday

250-674-3386 - 213 W. Old N. Thompson Hwy.

• Paint Supplies • Plumbing & Electrical • Hardware • Plywoods • Lumber • Fencing Materials • Vinyl Sidings • Roo� ngs • Specialty Items

• Treated Timber • Farm Gates • Interior & Exterior Doors

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Chain SharpeningCHAIN SHARPENINGProfessional Ground or Hand File

CHAIN SHARPENING30 Years of Experience Guaranteed Sharp NO Burnt TeethSpecializing in Ripping Chains

Stu Cahoon • Cell 250.674.1783 Home 250.677.4299Leave message for appointment

BOTTLE DEPOT

DepotRecycle Today to Save Tomorrow!

4365 Borthwick Ave. Barriere - BC

Bag Lady Enterprises

WINTER HOURS10am - 4pm Mon. - Sat.

Closed Sunday


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

MOTOR LICENCE OFFICE

ICBC AgentDistrict of Clearwater

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

Open through the Noon hour

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

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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

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KennelHorseshoeing

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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

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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

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Commercial Truck & EQ Repair Fully Licensed Technicians

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An intrauterine device (IUD) is a very effective method of birth control. However only five per cent of women use that method. Compared to birth control pills where there are 5-9 pregnancies per 100 women per year, for an IUD it is one out of 100. IUDs do not increase the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease or ectopic pregnancies. It’s a choice to consider as an alternative to the “pill.”

It’s easy to confuse the term “nutritionist” and a registered dietitian. The latter can be the former but the former is most often not the latter. Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist but a registered dietitian must have a bachelor or master’s degree in nutrition and have done an internship of practical work before being registered. For best nutrition advice, seek out a registered dietitian.

Another space-age medical device available since 2012 is a handheld apparatus that will record your heart rhythm. It allows the storage of up to 20 measurements which can be downloaded into a computer and sent to your doctor. It’s called the HeartCheck Pen and can be used to help manage conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart arrhythmias and to monitor the effects of medicines.

Hemorrhoids often aren’t noticed until there is blood in the stools. This could be a sign of other problems as well so it is important to get it checked. Colon cancer is one of these other problems and is most successfully treated when found early.

There are medications to sooth mild cases of hemorrhoids. Talk to our pharmacists for some treatment suggestions.


Ministry of Environment

VICTORIA – The initial results of B.C.'s Climate Leadership Plan survey are in, and 92 per cent of participants agree that climate change is a serious issue.

As the leading climate action prior-ity, almost half of the respondents said the cost of climate change should be considered when making important decisions.

Using clean trans-portation to move people and goods was identified as the next important step in meeting the province's short-term emission reduction targets.

Focusing on com-munity design to min-imize energy use and travel, and include more low-carbon buildings was selected as a key priority in meeting long-term cli-mate action goals.

Building a strong economy where jobs are created and green-house gas emissions are reduced was seen as important in meet-

ing both short and long term climate action goals.

The survey and accompanying dis-cussion paper were designed to bring forward British Columbians' ideas and values to help form a new climate action plan. In addi-

tion to 5,973 com-pleted surveys, gov-ernment also received over 200 detailed written submissions and more than 300 template letters.

A draft of B.C.'s new Climate Leadership Plan – informed by public, stakeholder and First

Nations input, as well as recommendations from the Climate Leadership Team – will be released in December for public comment.

The Province will release the final Climate Leadership Plan in the spring of 2016.

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British Columbians help move climate plan forward www.clearwatertimes.com


Thought of the week

All our dreams

can come true,

if we have the

courage to

pursue them.

Walt Disney

Health Care Assistant Certi� cate

Study in your own community tobecome a Health Care AssistantApplications are now being accepted for the TRU Health Care Assistant program being o� ered in Clearwater. The HCA program will teach you the skills you need to work with children who are physically challenged, as well as older adults in residential care facilities, assisted living facilities and clients’ private homes. Students will learn to provide hands-on care to patients using a person-cen-tered approach.

For further information, please call Sylvia: 250-674-3530 or email [email protected]. If there is no answer, please leave your name and number and your call will be returned as soon as possible. Start Date: February 2016Assessment testing begins immediately. Call 250-674-3530 to book your appointment. Testing cost is $35 due on test day.

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Wells Gray Country

TO ADD YOUR COMMUNITY EVENT OR ORGANIZATION CALL THE TIMES AT 250-674-3343

Nov. 8: 20th Annual Winter Wonderland Craft Fair, Legion Hall, 10 am – 2 pm, Contact 250-674-2127

Nov. 9: Dementia Dialogue-Changing Behaviours & Perspective: Free Alzheimer Society of B.C. workshop on understanding what different behaviours mean and how to prepare for the changes of the person’s reality, perspective and personality. 10:30 am to 2:00 pm at the Elks Hall. Pre-registration required. Contact Linda Selbee 250-674-1912

Nov. 12: Clearwater Ski Hill AGM at 7:00pm. Clearwa-ter Ski Lodge. (250)674-3848

Nov. 14: Legion Dinner, 257 Glen Rd, doors open 5 pm, adults $12; children 7-12 yrs, $6; 2-6 yrs, $3.

Nov. 14-15: Bazaar, Blackpool Hall, 10am – 3 pm

Nov. 21 – 22: Craft Fair, Elks Hall, 9 am – 3 pm

Nov. 21:Legion Dinner, 257 Glen Rd, doors open 5 pm, adults $12; children 7-12 yrs, $6; 2-6 yrs, $3.

Nov. 29: 3rd Annual Lights to Remember, Memorial Tribute 3pm at the Clearwater Lodge. Call Eileen for info 250-674-2400

Dec. 13: Craft Sale, 9 am – 3 pm, Elks Hall

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT• Indoor Market: Every Saturday May – Oct, 9 am – 12 noon, Elks Hall.

• Tuesday Morning Coffee (TMC): Meets 10am – 11:30 @ Clearwater Community Baptist Church. All women and children welcome. (9:30-10 am Bible Study). Info 250-674-3624

• Women in Business Luncheon: Last Wed. of the mth at Wells Gray Inn, 12–2 pm. Preregister at 250-674-2700

• Clearwater Choir: Youth 3:30 - 5 pm; Adult 6:30 - 9 pm, Tuesdays, Clearwater Christian Church

• Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 250-674-3703 for more info.

• Clearwater Farmers’ Market May – Oct. Saturdays 9am– Noon. For more info please call Anne at 250-674-3444.

• M&M (Mrs. & Ms.) Social. Last Sun of the mth Wells Gray Inn. 1pm: 250-587-6503

• Blackpool Community Hall Coffee House; Local musicians – 2nd Fri. of the mth. 6:30pm. Concession, $3 or 2 for $5.

• Clearwater Elks Bingo - 2nd & 4th Wed. Elks Hall 5pm, Info call Phyllis 250-674-3535

• Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm.• Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm.

• Upstream Community and Heritage Society open house Tuesdays: 9am-9pm @ Avola School House, various activities. Info ph Fay 250-678-5302.

• Voices United Community Choir- every Wednesday, 4:30-5:30 at the Catholic Church of St. James.

• Thompson Valley Quilters. Meet 2nd Wed. and 3rd Mon. of the mth at NTAC in the DLCC, 9 am - 4 pm. Info Linda 250-674-3437 or Dorothy 250-676-9270

• Vavenby Needle Arts Group. Meet every Tues. 11am - 4pm at Vavenby Community Center. Info Dorothy 250-676-9270

CHILDREN & FAMILIES• Racoon StrongStart - Raft River Elem school days Mon, Tues, Thurs &

Fri 8:45-11:45am

• Racoon StrongStart - Vavenby Elm school days Wed 8:50-11:50am

• Clearwater Breastfeeding Group: 3rd Wed. of every month 7:30pm @ YCS

• Mother Goose - Monday mornings, reg. Kerry 250-674-3530

HEALTH & HEALING• Hospice Grief Support: 2nd Thur of every mth, NT Funeral Home 1-3

pm, info 250-674-2400

• Shambhala Meditation Group: meets every Tuesday at Forest House 6:30-8:00 pm. Info: 250-674-3233.

• Connections Healing Rooms - Wed. 1-3pm (except stat. holidays). 86 Young Rd. No charge. Sponsored by Living Streams Christian Church. www.healingrooms.com.

• Healthy Choices – Tues 9am Clearwater Christian Church bsmnt (behind Fields). $2/wk drop-in free. Kim 250-674-0224

• Clearwater & District Hospice 3rd Mon. Sept-Jun 10am Legion 778-208-0137.

RECREATION• Drop-in soccer: May-Sept. Tuesdays & Thursday at 7pm at CSS � eld.

Everyone welcome!

• Bowling: Mon. 10–12pm & 1-3pm; Thurs., 1-3pm. Seniors Centre at Evergreen Acres. 250-674-3675

• Clearwater Sno-Drifters: 1st Thurs every mth. 250-676-9414

• CNT Rod & Gun Club: 3rd Tues. of the mth. Blackpool Hall 7pm Nov., Jan., & Mar. AGM in May

• Volleyball: Winter, dates TBA, at Clearwater Secondary School Gym, $2 drop in. Info: 250-674-1878.

• Youth Group: ages 12-18, Sat. 7-10 pm Dutch Lake Community Center, info 250-674-2600

• Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 250-674-2468 [email protected]

• Core Strength Fitness. Tuesdays. 10-11am 250-674-0001

• Badminton: Mon & Wed, Oct – Mar, CSS gym, 7:30-9:30 pm, $3 drop-in fee, info 250-674-2518

• Drop in Basketball: Winter, dates TBA, $2 drop in at Clearwater Secondary School Gym. Info: 250-674-1878

• Slo-Pitch: Clearwater mixed Slo-Pitch league May – July. Contact Car-men Archibald 778-208-1773, 250-674-2632

• Drop in Soccer: June -Sept, tues and Thurs, 6:30-8:00 PM, CSS � eld, $2 drop in, grade 8 to adult

SENIORS• BUNCO: 3rd Tue of every mth, Dutch Lake Seniors Drop-in Centre,

1:30 – 3 pm, info 250-674-2400

• Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society 3rd Sun Social Meet at the Wells Gray Hotel at 12:30pm for lunch or dessert, & chat

• Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society Book Club Last Thursday of the mth 2pm at the library. All seniors welcome.

• WGCSS Writers Circle: Meets 1st & 3rd Thur. @ Library

UPCOMING EVENTS

ONGOING EVENTS

Changing Behaviours & PerspectiveDementia Dialogues are interactive learn-ing opportunities for family caregivers to connect with one another and increase their knowledge about dementia and care-giving skills. Each session is an opportunity to learn about a di� erent caregiving topic followed by a guided discussion. These informal sessions are facilitated to allow caregivers to share their experiences and to take home practical information

Changing Beaviours and PerspectiveWhat do behaviours mean?• Behaviour as a means of communication• Share experiences and learn how to pre-pare for the changes the person’s reality, perspective and personality

Date: Monday, November 9, 2015

Time: 10:30 am - 2 pm “ light lunch included”

Location: Elks Hall 72 Taren Drive, Clearwater, BC

Cost: By donation to the Alzheimer Society of B.C.

Please pre-register as space is limited

Call to register: Linda Selbee 250-674-1912

Email: [email protected]

Dementia Dialogues


Lands AdministratorThe First Nations Framework for Land Management allows First Nations to opt out of land related sections of the Indian Act thereby enabling us to manage our reserve lands under an overarching Haisla Land Code. The Haisla Land Code was ratified by the community last year.

We are seeking someone who is qualified as a Lands Administrator or is likely to be qualified for the role by April 1, 2016.

Full details can be found on: http://www.haisla.ca/council/job-opportunities/

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume along with three references, no later than 4 pm on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 to:

Stephanie McClure, Human Resources ManagerHaisla Nation CouncilHaisla PO Box 1101Kitamaat Village, BCV0T 2B0Fax (250) 632-2840Email: [email protected] thank all applicants for their interest, however, only

those short-listed will be contacted.

Evergreen Acres Seniors Home Society is looking for an individual to fill the position of administrative assistant. This position provides clerical support to the board chair, assists in the development and monitoring of budgets, fulfills the administrative requirements as set out by BC Housing program and assists in managing the day to day operation of the rental units and grounds at Evergreen Acres.

Requirements of the positionbook keeping skills required, knowledge of Simply Accounting an assetable to access BC Housing information for applicants, able to complete computer forms and establish eligibility for rentersknowledge of the BC Residency/Tenants Actgood oral and written communication skillsworks well with seniors

Hours of work will be between 12-16 hours a week, wage between $15-$17hr based on experience.

Please contact [email protected] for more information regarding this position.

Closing date November 4th, 2015

Administrative Assistant

Closing date November 7th, 2015

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Coming EventsCraft Fair

Nov. 26 from 4:30pm-8:30pmStop by Barriere Secondary and have a FREE coffee/tea

while you shop!Enjoy Christmas shopping with many of the students’

projects for sale, fresh baking, along with many

talented community members.

Rent a table $5 each with a food bank donation or

$10 without one.Please contact Sandra

250-672-9515Admission is $1 or food bank

donation

Royal Purple50th Anniversary TeaSat. Nov. 21, 2-4 pm

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Barriere A-A MeetingsEvery Tuesday at 7:30pm

Pentecostal Church818 Amnesty Road

250-672-9643250-672-9934

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Sunshine Group meets every Tuesday, 8 pm, Elks Hall

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For info contact Wendy 250-587-0026

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Business Opportunities

GET FREE vending machines can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-locations provided. Protected Territories. Interest free fi nancing. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629 Website www.tcvend.com.

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Home Stay FamiliesMATURE couple wanted for full-time, live-in, caretaking position on a private island near Whaletown, B.C. Must be familiar with boats, have valid driver’s license, basic fi rst aid. Familiarity with basic main-tenance, groundskeeping. Able to live in a remote location. Send re-sume to Subtle Island Enterprises, P.O. Box 286, Whaletown, B.C. V0P 1Z0 or to [email protected]

Medical/DentalMEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: Care-erStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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Home ImprovementsFULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928

Moving & Storage• Indoor Storage Units • Offi ce space with equipment storage available. Hwy access for convenience & [email protected] Yellowhead Hwy 5

Merchandise for Sale

AppliancesFor sale: Washer & dryer in good working order. $325/pair obo. Call 250-587-6151

Estate Sales1200 sq. ft. house. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, .79 acre w/fruit trees, garden area, 600 sq ft shop, & 300 sq ft woodshed. Located on Peavine Rd. $120,000. obo. Ph 1-250-318-7235

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Heavy Duty Machinery

A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated con-tainers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200DMG. Huge freezers. Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. De-livery BC and AB www.rtccon-tainer.com

Misc. for SaleSAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw-mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

TARGET STEEL SALES. New and Used sea containers. 604-792-3434 or [email protected]

Misc. WantedPrivate Coin Collector BuyingCollections, Olympic Gold &Silver Coins, Estates Jewelry+Chad 778-281-0030 Local.

Real Estate

Apt/Condos for SaleClearwater: 1 bdrm Income Apartment w/long term tenant. Ground fl oor. Asking $57,000.Call 250-292-8418

For Sale By OwnerClearwater: Rancher, walkout bsmnt, 3bdrm, 3 baths, fenced yrd, 284 Mileen Rd. Call Mau-reen or Debra 250-672-5300

Real Estate

Real Estate

Rentals

Apt/Condo for RentClearwater: 1 bdrm apt in Trip-lex, own entrance, close to shopping, $500/mo. Avail Nov.1 Call Julie 250-674-0188

Mobile Homes & Pads

Clearwater: 2 bdrm MH, won-derful view of river, quiet loca-tion. Wood heat. $700/mo. Ph. 250-674-4034

Rentals

Homes for RentBarriere: Newly renovated3bdrm, 1 1/2 bath duplex in quiet neighbourhood. Lrgfenced backyard w/inground sprinklers. 1 car heated gar-age. $995/mo + heat/hydro. 250-672-0041

Clearwater: 225 Myrtle Cres.3bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, 10yr old home. $995/mth + dep. Utilities extra. After 6pm 250-676-9618 leave message w/Troy or Donna

Clearwater: 5bdrm 2500 sq ft house w/a 2, 3 & 4 piece bath in Weyerhaeuser subdivision. Cost is negotiable depending on tenants. If you are horse people, I have 8 acres of land that could be included if nec-essary. Obviously the house and land are in 2 different lo-cations. Call Randy at 250-674-8288

Rooms for RentRoom for rent in Clearwater. Sat TV, internet, all util incl. $500/mo. Call 250-674-1768

Suites, LowerBARRIERE: 1 bdrm bsmt apt for rent on Dunn Lk Rd close to high school, suitable for one person, N/S N/P, $750/mo heat/hydro included. DD. Ref.Avail Immediately 250-672-9958 or 250-319-5220

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18 -19Quads need licence plates starting Nov.1By Tom Fletcher, Black Press

The B.C. government is making licence plates mandatory for quads, dirt bikes and other off-road vehicles starting Nov. 1, requiring helmets and restricting use by children under 16.

The B.C. legislation imposes a $230 fine for driving an unlicensed off-road vehicle, and a $368 fine for careless operation. For some offences under the Off-Road Vehicle Act related to reckless use or environmental damage, pen-alties can go as high as a $5,000 fine and six months in jail.

Forests Minister Steve Thomson said the $48 licence fee applies only once when a vehicle is purchased, and was set to recover the costs of the program administered by ICBC. Once start-up costs are paid for, a portion of the licence revenue will go to off-road clubs to use for trail improvements, Thomson said.

The province estimates there are 200,000 off-road vehicles that require licensing, including snowmobiles that have been licensed since the 1970s. About 35,000 of those have registered voluntarily since the new licences were offered a year ago.

Jeff Mohr, past president of the Quad Riders Association of B.C., said his members are most of the voluntary registrants so far, and they are pleased B.C. has a system to control the few users who ride recklessly or damage the environment.

"We want to get more people out on the trails, sharing and enjoying the outdoors," Mohr said.

The licence system also allows police to track stolen vehicles, even if they are taken out of the province. B.C. is the last Canadian province to implement a licensing system.

The Quad Riders and B.C.'s 72 snowmobile clubs are prepared to publicize the new regula-tions to their members, and Thomson said they will act as "eyes and ears" for conservation and natural resource enforcement officers.


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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.

November 5 - 11, 2015

Creativity will help you achieve much this week, but it’s also important to maintain a practical outlook. These two factors combine for a greater measure of success.

This week you are bogged down by menial tasks and hope that something more exciting will come your way, Gemini. If you play your cards right, the weekend could be a blast.

Libra, mingling can bring out the best in you, so get out there this week as much as you can. Show off your people skills and converse with people from various walks of life.

Capricorn, explore new avenues in your life, even if it makes you feel a little nervous to branch out. You might be surprised with what you find if you give things a try.

Aquarius, research all of your options before making a big decision. Figure out the details before you make any changes that could have long-term effects.

Romance is on your mind this week and you have to find a way to fit it prominently in your agenda, Taurus. If you have been busy lately, slow down to spend time with a loved one.

Leo, a financial boost may compel you to go on a spending spree. Just be sure you keep track of those purchases so you do not go overboard.

Scorpio, this may be the best your social life has been in a long time. If you have opportunities, try moving in dif-ferent social circles by joining clubs or becoming part of a volunteer group.

Try to exercise more vigorously and regularly this week, Pisces. Not only is it good for your body, it’s good for reliev-ing stress.

Home may feel like a personal retreat after the last few weeks you have been experiencing, Gemini. If you need rest, take it. It’s not a sign of slacking off.

Virgo, your con-fidence peaks this week and you take a leap of faith in a new arena. It may be a new job or a thrill-ing hobby. Travel is another option that may require bravery.

Sagittarius, your desire for adventure could soon see you booking a cruise or taking a trip around the world. For now, there’s plenty to keep you occupied at home and work.

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DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLANApplication #: KMC-FACILITIES- IVMP-2015

Applicant: Kinder Morgan Canada (KMC), 7815 Shellmont Street, Burnaby BC V5A 4S9. Cheryl Thesen (403-358-2509).

In accordance with the British Columbia’s Pest Management Act and Regulations, KMC is required to develop a Pest Manage-ment Plan (PMP) (for KMC the PMP is referred to as the Integrated Vegetation Management Plan (IVMP)). The PMP manages problem vegetation, including control of noxious weeds and invasive plants within KMC facilities. Facilities include pump stations, valve stations, terminals, tank farms and office/maintenance facilities. All facilities are fenced, secure compounds not accessible to the general public. The facilities are located in proximity to the following communities in British Columbia: Valemount, Albreda, Blue River, Avola, Vavenby, Clearwater, Darfield, McLure, Kamloops, Merritt, Kingsvale, Hope, Chilli-wack, Abbotsford, Sumas, Langley, Burnaby and Richmond.

This PMP has been prepared to replace the existing 5 year PMP which expires in 2016. The proposed duration of the IVMP (PMP) is from March 31, 2016 to March 31, 2021.

The vegetation management and weed control methods proposed for use include hand pulling, mowing, trimming, prun-ing, selective slashing, girdling, geotextile fabric, retaining existing low ground cover, and seeding, fertilization where set backs permit and tree/shrub plantings. The use of pesticides is intended within the area to which the PMP (IVMP) applies. KMC conducts all work, including pest management, in strict adherence with all applicable laws and regulations.

The common names and an example of trade names of the pesticides proposed for use under this plan include: aminocy-clopyrachlor (Navius VM), aminopyralid (Milestone), chlorsulfuron (Telar), clopyralid (Lontrel 360), dicamba (Vanquish), diflufenzopyr (Overdrive), diuron (Diurex 80 WDG), flumioxazin (Payload), fluroxypyr (Retain B), glyphosate (Vantage XRT), imazapyr (Arsenal), indaziflam (Esplanade SC), MCPA (MCPA Amine 500), mecoprop-P (Mecoprop-P), metsulfuron methyl (Escort), picloram (Tordon 22K), triclopyr (Garlon XRT), 2,4-D (2,4-D Amine 600), Hasten (adjuvant) and siloxylated poly-ether (adjuvant). Application methods include: backpack, power hose and nozzle, wick/wipe-on applicator, squirt bottle and boom sprayer.

A draft copy of the proposed IVMP (PMP) and maps of the proposed treatment areas may be examined in detail online at: http://www.kindermorgan.com/content/docs/kmc_facilities_ivmp.pdf or by contacting the Applicant listed above.

“A person(s) 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 applicant within 30 days of the publication of this notice”

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Continued from page A13 Wayne Wilson, col-lection of white tea and English biscuits.

The post office upgrade included new floors, post office boxes, coun-ters, and tables. The walls have been painted and the post office looks brighter.

Tobin had on dis-play a school project, done by her daugh-ter Jilene in Grade 5, that showed the history of the post office from 1909 – 2001.

Youth go to Calgary conference

Three Vavenby youth from the Clearwater Vavenby Y2C – Youth to Christ – went to the Prairie Young People Associate's (PYPA) Reboot Conference in Calgary, Oct. 1 – 18.

Ten from Y2C rode the youth group's bus, which

was driven by Wayne Richardson, one of the leaders. The bus picked up 26 Lumby teenagers in Sicamous on its way. Shane Mattenley, once a Vavenby resi-dent, is their leader.

Approximately 150 – 200 youth attended the conference. They played large group games, inside and out, listened to speakers and to a lot of music, and ate lots of food.

The special speaker was Storm Moore, a black Canadian, who spoke on the theme of the conference Through Christ We Are a New Creation.

Isaac Moilliet, one of the Vavenby Y2C members that went, felt, "Moore is one of the funniest speak-ers I've heard. And yet he could have a person in stitches and then in tears. He really knew how to get a crowd going."

Wrong datesI would like to

apologize for giving the wrong dates for the Vavenby Christmas

Bazaar and the Christmas Pot Luck supper. The supper will be Dec. 5 and the bazaar will be Dec. 6.

18 -19Obituaries

IN LOVING MEMORY John Thomas Coldwell (Jack)

November 18, 1925 - October 27, 2015

IN LOVING MEMORYPhillip MacDonald

1919 - 2015Phillip MacDonald was born

February 12, 1919 in Upper Leitches Creek, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, and passed away October 23, 2015 at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital in Clearwater, British Columbia. He is survived by daugh-ters Shirley (Larry) McMillan, Donna Marie MacDonald and Leona (Bob) Hole; his sons Melvin (Rhonda) MacDonald, Colin (Dusty) MacDonald, Johnny MacDonald and Leon MacDonald; 17 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Phillip was predeceased by his wife Leona MacDonald (nee Wurm) who passed away on April 7, 1992 in Clearwater, British Columbia after 43 years of marriage. He is also predeceased by his sons Donald MacDonald of Clearwater, British Columbia and Darrel MacDonald of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Phillip was in the Royal Canadian Army Signal Corp. in WWII. He received many War Service Medals: the 45 Star in 1939, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp. Phillip also spent 40 plus years in the sawmill for Clearwater Timber Products and its successors.

Phillip’s wishes were to be cre-mated. There will be no service at this time. The family will be having a Celebration of Life for Phillip in the spring. The family would like to thank the staff at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital and Forest View Place for their care over the past five years.

Donations in memory of Phillip may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, P.O. Box 2057, RR#1, Clearwater, British Columbia. Funeral arrangements entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services in Clearwater, BC, Phone 250- 674-3030.

Not everyone seeks fame and fortune; some people are at their happiest when they are surrounded by people that love them, they are in nature, and lead a simple life. A life based on working hard, having simple pleasures, doing their best, and helping others. That pretty much sums up Jack. He didn't want to travel the world, he didn't want fine cars, he wanted a loving partner that was com-pletely committed to him and he got that in Helen.

Jack was raised in a family of eight. His parents, Reg and Doll, taught their family to have a strong work ethic, a love of the land, a special fondness for animals, especially horses in my Dad's case, and the ability to create with their hands.

Dad enlisted in the army and became an artillery instructor. He had always been an excep-tional shot so it was a natural progression for him.

1946 was the year that Helen and Jack married and so became the beginning of a 69 year long marriage. Theirs was a marriage that still involved holding hands and always tell-ing each other how much they loved one another. They raised

a family of four together, Bob, Dianne, Jacqueline, and Debbie.

Jack worked in the bush and scaled logs for much of his life but also worked in a hardware store in later years. Log scaling was perfect for him because he was amazing with numbers and long calculations.

Helen and Jack moved to Clearwater in 2001 from Quesnel and they loved it here. It was a fitting end to a really hard working life, being with family, and their dog Bree. They could just relax and enjoy it.

Dad's last two years were spent in Forest View, where he was cared for by an amaz-

ing staff of people. Not only were his needs taken care of, he was treated like family. Six months ago Helen joined him at Forest View and their rooms were across the hall from one another. They were so happy to be close to one another again.

Jack is survived by his wife Helen, daughters Dianne and Debbie; brother Bernie, grand-children, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Jack was predeceased by his parents Reg and Doll; sisters Gertrude, Gladys, Agnes, and Bea; brothers Joe and Harry; son Bob; daughter Jacqueline, and son-in-law Steve.

A service for Jack will take place at the Upper Clearwater Hall in Clearwater, British Columbia on November 7, 2015 at 1 pm. Reception and opportunity to visit and share memories will take place at the same location following the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Forest View Recreation Program, so the residents have more opportuni-ties for joy. Services entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services in Clearwater, British Columbia. 250-674-3030

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18 -19Quads need licence plates starting Nov.1By Tom Fletcher, Black Press

The B.C. government is making licence plates mandatory for quads, dirt bikes and other off-road vehicles starting Nov. 1, requiring helmets and restricting use by children under 16.

The B.C. legislation imposes a $230 fine for driving an unlicensed off-road vehicle, and a $368 fine for careless operation. For some offences under the Off-Road Vehicle Act related to reckless use or environmental damage, pen-alties can go as high as a $5,000 fine and six months in jail.

Forests Minister Steve Thomson said the $48 licence fee applies only once when a vehicle is purchased, and was set to recover the costs of the program administered by ICBC. Once start-up costs are paid for, a portion of the licence revenue will go to off-road clubs to use for trail improvements, Thomson said.

The province estimates there are 200,000 off-road vehicles that require licensing, including snowmobiles that have been licensed since the 1970s. About 35,000 of those have registered voluntarily since the new licences were offered a year ago.

Jeff Mohr, past president of the Quad Riders Association of B.C., said his members are most of the voluntary registrants so far, and they are pleased B.C. has a system to control the few users who ride recklessly or damage the environment.

"We want to get more people out on the trails, sharing and enjoying the outdoors," Mohr said.

The licence system also allows police to track stolen vehicles, even if they are taken out of the province. B.C. is the last Canadian province to implement a licensing system.

The Quad Riders and B.C.'s 72 snowmobile clubs are prepared to publicize the new regula-tions to their members, and Thomson said they will act as "eyes and ears" for conservation and natural resource enforcement officers.

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Drake Smith, MSW, is the Owner and Funeral Director of North � ompson Funeral & Drake Cremation Ser-vices. With locations in downtown Kamloops (phone 250-377-8225), Clearwater (Jennifer Vincent, Manager,

phone 250-674-3030) and Barriere (MaryAnn Shewchuk, Manager, phone 250-672-1999), his dedicated team has served people in the Kamloops area and the entire North � ompson valley since 2005.

I hear that question almost every day; people

seem to think that scattering a loved one’s ashes

(cremated remains) is illegal. So, if they do

decide to scatter the ashes, they o� en sneak out

to their loved one’s “favourite spot.” Once there,

they anxiously – almost sheepishly -- pour the

ashes out, fearing that they might “get caught!”

� at’s a shame. � ere is nothing in the British

Columbia funeral and cremation law that prohibits

a person from scattering a loved one’s ashes, even

in a river or on top of a mountain. Of course, an

environmental group or government department

might have some concerns about that!

I believe that when a loved one’s ashes are

scattered it should be treated as a very important

moment. A� er all it is, in e� ect, the � nal goodbye

concerning the loved one’s cremated body. So, if

Murray says “I want to be scattered by my favourite

� shing hole!” why shouldn’t his wife Alice, the kids

and the grandchildren, along with other family and

friends, feel comfortable heading out there on a

nice sunny day?

Having said all that, there are laws against – pardon

the expression – “littering.” So, if you’re going to

scatter ashes on someone else’s private property, or

on government or crown land, you might be taken

to task. But this would be the case whether you

were leaving behind your prize geranium, a lovely

piece of art or cremated remains. It would

be courteous and important to get permission � rst.

And some people (including some government

o� cials) may say “No…you can’t do that there!”

One would have to respect that, wouldn’t one?

Last month’s column was about “No Service by

Request” because a lot of people are choosing

that option these days. My goal in writing these

columns is to inform you about funerals and

cremations – many people have questions or are

curious about this topic but don’t know who to ask!

In the months to come we’ll cover many topics in

a light hearted but respectful manner, and I hope

you’ll call me (250-377-8225) or send an email

with YOUR question (DrakeSmith@NTFuneral.

com). Until next month…


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