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Between 4,000 and 5,000 union members marched on the British Columbia legislature March 7 to protest legislation putting an end to seven months of strike action by public school teachers. Teachers and other union members came by bus, plane and ferry from around the province to demand the government withdraw Bill 22, which will impose a cooling-off period and appoint a mediator to seek a settlement within the government’s “net zero” wage mandate for B.C.’s 41,000 teachers. B.C. Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) president Susan Lambert addressed the crowd to cheers and chants of “shame” as she

described 10 years of government action to “strip” BCTF contracts. Bill 22 repeals 2002 legislation struck down by the B.C. Supreme Court, but reinstates many of their provisions, Lambert said. She also denounced new performance evaluations and disciplinary measures for teachers. “One bad report and you’re gone,” she said. B.C. Federation of Labour president Jim Sinclair told the crowd the restriction of teacher rights to strike and bargain working conditions are a blow to all unions. He and Lambert both said the government refused to put the year-long teacher dispute to an independent mediator, and have restricted any settlement to fund wage and benefit increases through sav-

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Bock provides important information By Peter Hart The bright and engaging Lauren Bock, a dietician from 100 Mile House, met with members of the Canim Lake Community Club to give diet tips for older people - not that any of us are “old” mind you, we’re just planning ahead for some distant future. She noted it is important for seniors to attend to both physical activity and diet, which combine to maintain mental and physical health. On the diet side, she emphasized protein, salt and fruits and vegetables. Seniors should have protein at every meal to keep muscles strong to help avoid falls, she said, adding a total of 75 grams per 150 pounds of body weight a day. There are many good choices for protein, such as milk, cheese, meat, fish, eggs, yogurt (especially the Greek yogurt) and beans, which should be included at each meal. Lauren explained excess salt contributes to high blood pressure by changing the elasticity of blood vessels. High blood pressure is tough on seniors, and is correlated to dementia. She cautioned that our taste buds cannot be relied upon to detect the true

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Dietitian Lauren Bock, standing right, met with Canim Lake Community Club members who learned about the proper diet for that far distant day when they grow old. amount of salt, which can be very high in common processed foods, such as prepared cereals, bread, and processed meats, so check labels for information. Adults shouldn’t be eating more than 1,300 milligrams of salt a day, which is the equivalent of half of a teaspoon. Vegetables and fruit, whether fresh, cooked or preserved, are the “aces in the deck” of our diet, Lauren said. When eating

to lower blood pressure, 11 servings a day are recommended, eight of vegetables and three of fruit. The best approach is to eat foods that are in season, locally grown if possible, and then freezing, canning and preserving excess for the off-season. Colourful vegetables and whole grain breads are much preferred. For more information, check the Canada Food Guide, or contact the Community Kitchen pro-

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South Cariboo students participate in Pink Shirt Day By Marianne Van Osch Pink Shirt Day began in 2007 as a protest against bully-

ing at a high school in Nova Scotia. On the first day of school, a Grade 9 boy was harassed

for wearing a pink shirt. On hearing of the incident, two Grade 12 boys purchased 50 pink

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Little Wranglers Family Child Care owner Corrie Benard, left, Chase Benard, Mikayla Abrams, Wyatt Benard, Sheila Nelson, StrongStart teacher, and Colton Abrams, front, got into the swing of the anti-bullying message on Feb. 29.

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shirts. Word spread, and by the following morning, the school was a sea of pink clothing. Since then, Pink Shirt Day has become a worldwide event. On Feb. 29, students at the Forest Grove and Buffalo Creek elementary schools created their own pink seas. At Forest Grove Elementary School, students, staff and volunteers shone in brilliant pink shirts, purchased for them by the Community and Parents Advisory Council. The shirts featured the official 2012 “Bullying Stops Here” logo. Pre-schoolers from Little Wranglers Day Care posed proudly in front of a sign they put together. They were wearing pink shirts made for them by day-care operator Corrie Benard. Corrie and StrongStart teacher Sheila Nelson have been working with their young charges to encourage them to learn values at an early age that will last a lifetime. “We are committed to teaching a bully-free life,” Corrie explained. “The children learn to keep their hands off others, no hitting or violence, how to use kind words and how to apologize. We emphasize positive ways of handling things.” Four-year old Wyatt Benard emphatically declared, “Bullying stops here!” The shirts worn by the students at Buffalo Creek Elementary School were a spectacular mix of bright pink hues. The chil-

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In the pink… Hands up to bullying was the message being put out by Leadership Class students at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School on Pink Shirt Day, Feb. 29. In their effort to help put a stop to bullying, the exuberant group held some fun, but meaningful, lunchtime activities for fellow students in the school lounge.

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dren worked in pairs to tie dye white shirts, which were then laundered by parents Julie Dewsbury and Teresa Potter. Assemblies were held at both schools. Anti-bullying skits and videos stressed the importance of respecting every individual, the need to support children who are being bullied, and how to handle being bullied.

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Convention offers business an opportunity to show off Carole Rooney Free Press

Hundreds of people will flock to an event in 100 Mile House this spring, and local businesses are advised to prepare to take advantage of the influx. The District of 100 Mile House and the Cariboo Regional District are co-hosting the North Central Local Government Association (NCLGA) 2012 Convention, May 2-4. Donna Bellingham is deputy director of corporate administration for the District of 100 Mile House and one of

the convention organizers. She says now is the time to jump on board and prepare to welcome all the delegates and showcase all the products and services available in the South Cariboo. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a great economic opportunity for 100 Mile House and the South Cariboo. We expect upwards of 250 delegates and spouses will visit our area and bring advantages to the business community.â&#x20AC;? Any ideas are welcome, Bellingham notes, but some suggested ways folks might get involved are: â&#x20AC;˘ Include signage in your

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Bantam Girls show a lot of heart Ken Alexander Free Press

The Save-OnFoods Bantam Girls took on the Canadian 2 for 1 Peewee Outlaws at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre on March 3, and the outcome was a bit indicative of the kind of season they experienced. The girls got off to a slow start and trailed 4-1 at the end of the first period, but pulled to within one midway through the second frame. Then they gave up seven answered goals with Outlaws’ Mitchell Hooper notching five of them. Karlie Easton scored two for Save-On-Foods and Brittany Lund, who was the team’s scoring leader during the season, popped in the other in the 11-3 loss. It was a bit of a rough season for the girls, as they didn’t have enough players to field a team at the start of the season, with several players moving over to skate with the new Donex Bantam Rep girls squad. However, several of the older Peewee girls moved up to play with SaveOn-Foods, and that seemed to work out well. They were unable to go to a tournament this year, as the two they had signed up for both cancelled at the last minute. Because they are the only team in their division in 100 Mile House, they

played the Canadian 2 for 1 Peewee house Outlaws to get in some game action. They were also able to pick up quite a few games with the Clearwater Bantam girls team and those proved to be the closest matches and their best competition. With no regular goalie, Taylor Stewart stepped up to cover the net for a lot of games and played really solid in goal. Despite the upsand-down, those at rink side week-afterweek say the girls stayed really positive throughout the season, improved a lot, and had a lot of fun. With the season winding down, the coaches named their achievement award winners. Kayla Patterson was the most improved; Jade Bryan was the most sportsmanlike; and Meghan Pistell was the most dedicated. Novice With the Novice tournament slated for this weekend (March 9-11), the local teams got in some preparatory games. On March 2, the Central GM Avalanche knocked off Transformers Collision 8-1, with Kyson Hopson, Colby Glen, Kaden Lobsiger and Jullian Zucchelli each scoring a pair in the victory. Colten Sanford scored the lone Transformer marker after being set up by Jacob Henderson. The Central RV

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Save-On-Foods Bantam Girls player Mackenzie Menzel, front, battled for the puck with Canadian 2 for 1 Peewee Outlaws player Jesse Stitch when the two squads met at South Cariboo Rec. Centre on March 3. The Outlaws won 11-3. Red Ramblers skated to a 5-3 victory over the Central GM Blue Sonics on March 2. The Transformers went toe-to-toe with the Central GM Blue Sonics in a 5-5 draw March 3. Diego Glanz popped in a hat trick for the Transformers, while C. Sanford added a pair. The Sonics got three goals from Ty Bowen, while Lucas L’Heureux and Kyle Sanford added singles. Also on March 3, the Avalanche nipped the Red Ramblers 5-3. Av a l a n c h e ’ s Lobsiger had a fourpoint game with two goals and two assists. Zucchelli, Hopson and Aiden Moore added singles. Ramblers scorers were Matt Wilden, Kai Flett and

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Save-On-Foods Bantam Girls winger Karlie Easton put in a great effort during her team’s 11-3 loss to the Canadian 2 for 1 Peewee Outlaws on March 3. She made this pass while on her belly and also notched two goals.

Alex Kuyak. Atom The Free Press Sharp Shooters got by the Primal Electric Shockers 10-3 on March 1. Brodi Lundquist scored a pair and Ryan Grant added a single in the losing cause. Free Press markers came from Dylan Carr (3), Ethan Sanders (3), and singles by Cole Allan, Ryan Allan, Levi McQueen and Liam Meger. On March 4, Primal skated to a 12-1 victory of the Ainsworth Peewee Timber Chix, with the lone Ainsworth goal being notched by Olivia Poggenpohl. Primal scorers included Nate Wolstenholme (3), Tyson Fitzgerald (3), with singles by TJ O’Laney, McQueen, Elton Saunders, Marshall Tessaro, Tanner Hooper and C. Allan. Initiation Tim Bits Yellow skated to a 10-9 nailbiter over Tim Bits Black on March 3. The teams were deadlocked at twos at the end of the first period, but Black jumped out to a 6-3 lead when the buzzer sounded to end the second stanza. Yellow roared back outscor-

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HOCKEY POOL STANDINGS Balance of Hockey pool standings from the March 7 Free Press (as of March 4, 2012)

WEEK OF MARCH 11 TO 17, 2012

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: PISCES, ARIES, AND TAURUS.

ARIES

If you have been planning a trip or a weekend getaway, there will be some minor last minute changes to be made. This is no cause for concern, and everything will return to normal very quickly. TAURUS

You will find it hard to stay true to your convictions this week. Try to accept that everyone is different. You will find a way to reach a compromise as long as you refrain from imposing your beliefs on others. GEMINI

Get ready for some major negotiating at work. Your leadership skills will shine and results will turn in your favour. CANCER

You have a lot of work and obligations to attend to this week. The details might threaten to overwhelm you but you will be able to accomplish everything as planned. Let yourself feel proud of your efforts. LEO

Despite a bumpy start to a family or business project, you will be successful. If you dig through the pockets of an old coat you may find a small fortune. VIRGO

You are a naturally curious person and this week you will spend much of your spare time mulling over existential questions. This is also a good week to give lots of attention to your home and family.

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51. Touched down 53. Transgress 54. Turmoil 57. Admit 58. Remove insects from 60. Using a scull 63. Hole-making implement 64. Get a noseful 65. Roof finial 66. Soak through 68. Lender’s hold on property 70. Tiny bit 72. Leafless vine 75. Ministers to 78. Energize 81. Slangy chum 82. Sandwich filler 84. Bar none 85. Tropical tuber 86. Wallaroo 88. Energy units 91. Band or crosscut 92. Deeds 93. Of a notable period 94. “You Are What You ____” 95. Unit of length 96. Confront

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DOWN 1. Japanese verse 2. Bringing to a close 3. Prayer book 4. Movie, for short 5. Call to mind 6. Dynamo 7. Choler 8. Mary’s was little 9. Stalemate 10. Discerning 11. Willard’s pet 12. Custom 13. Certain ﬁsherman 14. Wind catchers 21. Chinese unit of weight 24. Musher’s conveyance 27. Authoritative belief 30. Juvenile 31. Distribute 33. Tree-climbing marsupial 38. Adversary 40. Time span FOR ANSWER: See the 42. PBS program March 14th FREE PRESS

LIBRA

There is some travel in store for you this week. If you have been worried about a family member, you will receive news that it was just a bad scare and that everything will be all right. SCORPIO

At work an agreement will need to be reviewed in detail. In your intimate relationship, there are a few things you will need to discuss in order to find balance again.

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SAGITTARIUS

This week is busy in all kinds of ways. If you have been waiting for a promotion at work, you will finally be rewarded for your efforts and your leadership. CAPRICORN

An accumulation of fatigue will hit you this week. You won’t need much more proof that it is time for a short vacation or a little getaway to the countryside.

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AQUARIUS

Expect to have an active social life in the next few days. Your loved ones entice you to take part in some exciting activities. All this fun will also help you heal your mind. PISCES

Some important responsibilities are coming your way. If you are offered a promotion at work, be sure to weigh the pros and cons with your family. After all, they are the ones who might suffer from a change in your schedule.

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T169 Chris Rottluff ..............1162 T169 Pat Roe ......................1162 T174 Maureen Woodman ...1161 T174 Irene Tinney ...............1161 T174 Steffanie Iles ..............1161 T177 Rob Pistell ..................1160 T177 Dave Timms...............1160 T177 Katelyn Raimundo......1160 T180 Shelley Sullivan..........1159 T180 Jim Butterﬁeld ...........1159 T180 Gord Smith.................1159 T183 Bruce Sashaw ...........1158 T183 Gerry Cahoon .............1158 T183 Ken Patterson ............1158 186 Lesley Janet Paul.......1157 T187 Don Jones..................1156 T187 Allan Halcro................1156 T187 Theresa Kramer .........1156 T187 Bernie Morgenthaler ..1156 T191 Paula M. Eigeard ........1155 T191 Barry Perepelkin ........1155 T193 L. Foles ......................1154 T193 Pat Drake ...................1154 T193 Russell Curll ...............1154 T193 Marc Dufour...............1154 T197 Peter Reid ..................1153 T197 Shirley Williams .........1153 T197 Karam Parsad ............1153 T197 Samanrha Urff ...........1153 T197 Maria Raimundo ........1153 T202 Linda Dawn ...............1152 T202 Anne Barrett...............1152 T202 Diana Forster .............1152 T202 Cliff Lindsay ...............1152 T202 Rick Smale.................1152 T207 Jan Smale..................1151 T207 Roy Dawe Sr. .............1151 T207 Andrea Keller .............1151 T210 Bob Berke ..................1150 T210 Mauki Bergbauer .......1150 T212 Brad Mills...................1149 T212 Megan Pennicott........1149 T212 Randy Morgan ...........1149 215 Hank Bueckert ...........1148 T216 Mona Collins ..............1147 T216 John Fernandes .........1147 T218 Wendy Emile ..............1146 T218 James Sullivan ..........1146 T218 Kirsteen Wilson ..........1146 T221 Yves Roy ....................1145 T221 Joyce Paul .................1145 T223 Jackie McAbee ..........1144 T223 Shannon Larsen.........1144 T223 NIck Annis ..................1144 T223 Cole Kendy.................1144 T227 Donald Dolinski..........1143 T227 Peter Leslie ................1143 T227 Ruth Parsad ...............1143 T227 Linda Hames..............1143 T227 Marlene Scott ............1143 T227 B. Shillito ....................1143 T233 Chris Hewlett .............1142 T233 K. Lang.......................1142 T233 Zach Phannmueller....1142 T233 Max Barrett ................1142 T237 Daniel G. Parker .........1141 T237 Barry Fortin ................1141 T239 Fred Cartwright ..........1140 T239 Doland Clifford ...........1140 T239 Gladys Archie .............1140 T239 Gus Collins .................1140 T239 Halden Webber ..........1140 T244 Dean Tenale ...............1139 T244 Alex menzel ...............1139 T244 Greg Gibbon ...............1139 T244 Laurie Hill...................1139 T244 E. Bjornson.................1139 T249 Scott Loynachan ........1138 T249 Diane Gillespie ...........1138 T249 Norman Kirincich ......1138 T249 Sue Finnis ..................1138 T249 Margaret Peters .........1138 T254 Charlie Corno .............1137 T254 J. Scorse ....................1137 T254 Jeff Kendy..................1137 T254 Nick Cahoon ..............1137 T258 Masen Fernandes ......1136 T258 Patricia McKay ...........1136 T258 Steven Keller..............1136 261 Barry Rochon .............1135 T262 Jeff Edwards..............1134 T262 Pauline Dixon .............1134 T264 Gina Myhill-Jones ......1133 T264 Tim Sheets.................1133 T266 John C. Dixon.............1132 T266 R.D. Scott ...................1132 T268 Laraine Shedden........1131

T268 Chris Wisdom.............1131 T270 Wayne Kozak .............1129 T270 John Ryan.................1129 T270 Galin...........................1129 T273 Owen Peters ..............1128 T273 Kelsey Raimundo .......1128 T273 Sharon Kryschuk .......1128 T276 Brenda Daoust ...........1127 T276 Marion Thorne ...........1127 T276 Kevin Raimundo.........1127 T276 Stephen Boyd ............1127 T280 Scott Cranswick.........1126 T280 Sharon Williscroft .......1126 T282 Maddi Gilbert .............1125 T282 Larry Newhook ..........1125 T284 Kyra Hopson ..............1124 T284 Gord Popadinac .........1124 T286 Matt Pistell .................1123 T286 Chris Hayman ............1123 T288 Dempsey Paul............1121 T288 Deric Coates ..............1121 T288 Karen Wagner ............1121 T291 D. Mingo ....................1120 T291 G. Loyer .....................1120 T293 Donna Scott ...............1118 T293 Steve Marinus............1118 295 Doug MacNicol ..........1117 T296 Joseph A. Archie ........1115 T296 Rose Magnussan .......1115 T296 Eddy Dixon.................1115 T296 Ashley Lobsiger .........1115 T300 Ron Urff......................1114 T300 Darrell Blades ............1114 302 Mike Archie ................1113 303 Carlo Gunther.............1111 T304 Leanne Chamberlain..1110 T304 Claudia Morgenthaler 1110 T304 Len Sandford .............1110 T304 Courtney Jones..........1110 T308 Tom Dolinski ..............1109 T308 Linda Enzmann ..........1109 T310 Clayton Kinder ...........1107 T310 Sandy Madu ..............1107 312 Lisa Graham ..............1106 313 Louise Leavitt.............1105 T314 Maury Skalicky ..........1104 T314 Leonard Archie...........1104 T316 Debbie DeCenzo ........1103 T316 Wendy Perepelkin ......1103 318 Stacy Jones ...............1102 T319 Kasondra Haber .........1101 T319 Blanche Frazer...........1101 T319 Debbie Scott ..............1101 T319 Barb Hagen................1101 323 Brian Sinclair..............1096 T324 Georgia Johnson........1095 T324 Mike Bubenko............1095 T324 Kevin Dicken ..............1095 T327 Donna Wagner ...........1094 T327 Norma T. Archie..........1094 T327 Lyle Clifford ................1094 T327 Ernest Archie..............1094 T327 Rick Farmer ...............1094 332 Walter Wilcox .............1093 333 Katleen Archie............1092 T334 Lynda Greer ...............1090 T334 Chris Bunting .............1090 T334 Annie McKave............1090 T337 Mike Palka .................1087 T337 Dean Archie ...............1087 T339 John Koch ..................1086 T339 Patty Hurry .................1086 T341 Tanner W Bartsch ......1082 T341 Claude Denis..............1082 T343 Roxanne Henderson ..1081 T343 Kathy Provost.............1081 345 Mary Provost..............1080 T346 Aliel Leslie..................1078 T346 Laurie Dolinski ...........1078 348 Lyle Dixon ..................1076 349 John Raimundo .........1074 T350 Johnson Archie ..........1072 T350 Krystal Hanson...........1072 T352 Carol L. Brown ...........1069 T352 Norm Fortin................1069 T354 L. Halper ....................1067 T354 Michael Hopson .........1067 356 Albert Nadon ..............1066 357 Arthur Paul .................1065 358 Howard Malm ............1059 359 Donna Archie .............1057 360 Haley Pennicott ..........1051 361 J.C. Foles ...................1035 362 Beverly Kendy ............1023 363 Kay Stusrud ...............1010 364 Terd Ferguson ..............932

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er school year from passing without this line of accountability. On Feb. 28, we introduced Bill 22, the Education Improvement Act, to help facilitate an agreement between government and the union. This bill sets a sixmonth â&#x20AC;&#x153;cooling offâ&#x20AC;? period, during which a mediator will work to achieve a reasonable settlement that satisfies all parties. Bill 22 also introduces several initiatives that will benefit teachers and students, including the $165 million Learning Improvement Fund. This fund allows school districts to hire additional teachers and special education assistants, provide more teaching time, and support teacher training and professional development. We are putting more money into classrooms, improving supports for students and teachers, and facilitating

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contribution of teachers. We are committed to reaching a responsible conclusion to this dispute that protects the best interests of students, parents, and families in B.C. I hope we will continue to move forward in a constructive and amicable way in order to restore certainty and trust to our education system.

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Students and staff at Buffalo Creek Elementary School show off the tiedyed T-shirts they made for the anti-bullying Pink Shirt Day on Feb. 29.

There was standing room only for the Watoto Children’s Choir’s Concert of Hope, entitled Beautiful Africa: A New Generation, at Bethel Pentecostal Community Church on March 1. It was a colourful and vibrant concert, as the Ugandan children, orphaned from war and AIDS, showcased those who have been rescued and raised by the Watoto Village in hopes of becoming the new generation of leaders to rebuild Africa.

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A happy moment... 100 Mile House Figure Skating Club’s Carnival guest performer Jeremy Ten took the time to pose group and individual photos with the local skaters. This one included Ten, back left, Michaila Robinson, Courtney Dalinski, Paige Archie, Alyssa Lindberg and Heather Wolfear, and Haley Plewes, front left, Mikayla Julseth, Tanisha Bali, Brittany Boyd and Jordan Karl.

Mojave Kaplan, right, entertained children with her antique bean chaff separator at last year’s Seedy Saturday. The 2012 event, featuring a seed exchange and many exhibitors, takes place on March 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Valley Room behind The Lodge in 100 Mile House. File photo

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There was a good turnout for the Lone Butte Sporting Goods’ Third Annual Horse Lake Ice Fishing Derby on Feb. 26. Some 187 tickets were sold with approximately 120 hardy fishers enjoying the day, the lunch and the prizes.

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No bullying allowed… Staff members at the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre don’t tolerate bullying any day of the year, but Feb. 29 was a good day to enforce that message by wearing their pink shirts.

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Some Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School Grade 12 students have found a lovely way to raise funds for the 2012 Dry Grad celebrations. They are offering flowering bulb planters with an assortment of plants sure to brighten up the last weeks of winter. A l e x i s Thorsteinson is one of this year’s grads, and is travelling around town with her classmates offering the pretty planters for $15 each to residents and businesses. Folks can also stop by Dollars and Sense at First Street and Birch Avenue to pick up a planter, she says, or call her at 250-3952192 to arrange to get one. Purchasing plants will really help the fundraising efforts, Alexis explains, as the grads had initially taken orders for the planters, but are now left with more than 70 surplus planters. It’s a great way to help support the 2012 Dry Grad and

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Cariboo Regional District (CRD) Area L Director Bruce Rattray is circulating a request for volunteers to assist the volunteer fire departments (VFD) in the community. The six fire departments located within Area L include the Deka Lake, Lone Butte and Interlakes VFDs, which are administered by the CRD and funded through property taxes. The 100 Mile House Fire-Rescue is also contracted by the regional district to provide services in the fringe area, he says. The Watch Lake-North Green Lake VFD and the Sulphurous Lake VFD are administered by non-profit societies and funded through membership fees. All six of these

departments are in need of more volunteers, and Rattray says folks aren’t required to have a capacity for firefighting in order to help their community fire department. “You can provide valuable services to your local fire department in the areas of fire suppression, fire prevention, first responder services, public education and prevention awareness, equipment maintenance, personnel training, driving and truck operations, administrative duties, fundraising, grant and proposal writing, and more.” Beyond Area L, other South Cariboo fire departments that typically need volunteers include the 100 Mile House FireRescue and the Forest Grove, Canim Lake, 108 Mile Ranch, Lac la Hache, 70 Mile House and Loon Lake VFDs. For more infor-

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Employment Business Opportunities BECOME SUCCESSFUL! Work From Home & Own Your Own Business! Earn Unlimited $$$$. Toll Free 1.877.880.8843 leave mess. EMPLOYMENT ALERT. Some “ Work at Home” advertisements as well as some advertisements that appear to offer jobs usually sell information manuals and directions. EXCELLENT Opportunity for a friendly, customer service orientated person, sales experience helpful but not necessary, training provided. Freybe Gourmet Foods distribution For Sale. Serious enquiries only please. 250-395-2606.

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking DRIVER. Class 1 Drivers wanted. Offering top pay. Close to home. Home most weekends. Family comes ﬁrst! 1 year ﬂat deck exp. & border crossing a must. Fax resume & driver abstract to 604-853-4179.

Immediate opening for a salesperson. Superior customer service and communication skills required. Sales experience preferred but not required. Must be available to work Saturdays. Please email: ranchlandhonda@telus.net or drop off resume to Ranchland Honda 550 N. 11th Avenue, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2M2 by March 15, 2012

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GPS Forest Consultants Ltd. has a summer position available for a keen self motivated individual. We are a small full service consulting company specializing in silviculture & development services. Our ideal candidate will be enrolled in a natural resources program or related science program. This position involves working on all the various aspects of forestry operations including planting, surveying and timber development. Must be physically ﬁt and willing to work independently in isolated locations throughout the 100 Mile House area. This is a summer ﬁeld position with no camp work expected. Preference will be given to someone from the 100 Mile House area, but this not essential for this position if you have somewhere to stay for the season. All interested applicants please forward your resume and cover letter to irsross@telus.net by March 23, 2012.

is hiring on behalf of Baker Hughes Baker Hughes Alberta based oilﬁeld services company is currently hiring;

DRIVER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & SERVICE SUPERVISORS Class 1 or 3 License required.

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HD MECHANICS 3rd or 4th apprentice or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics with their Red Seal and CVIP License to work in Red Deer & Hinton. Please call 250-718-3330 or Fax: 1-888-679-0759 For more information or send your resume & current drivers abstract to: driverclass1@shaw.ca

Trades, Technical EXPERIENCED Excavator Operators required immediately in Northern BC. Must have extensive experience operating tracked excavators. Competitive wages. For further information please call 250-7715708. Resumes including references and experience should be emailed to frocklage@gmail.com attention D. Frocklage Contracting Ltd.

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Get Practical Skills That Get Jobs Vancouver Island University training for over 50 years, No simulators. Low student / instructor ratio. 1-888-920-2221 ext: 6130 www.viu.ca/ heavyequipment

Help Wanted An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for ﬁeld and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780-723-5051 Heavy Duty Mechanic Vernon,BC Required for maintenance and repairs of mechanical,electrical, hydraulic systems, & diesel, 2 & 4 stroke engines. For details or to apply: e-mail hr@nor-val.com P. Scheck Industrial LTD requires a Certiﬁed Electric Motor Winder and a handy man (must have grade 12) apply with resume 205A Lear Rd. or email: pscheck@uniserve.com

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IF YOU would like to volunteer for the residents of Mill Site Lodge/Fischer Place Care Homes, then please join our auxiliary. We meet the ﬁrst Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. in the Mill Site Lodge boardroom. For info call Shelly at 250-791-9277.

TRAINED Counselor is available 24 hours a day to offer support, understanding, and help. Conﬁdential and free of charge. Call Williams Lake Crisis & Counseling Centre.

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Contractors CONTRACT CARPENTER: over 40 years exp. Honest & reliable. Ref. available. Versed in all aspects of construction. Additions, renovations, ﬂooring, ﬁnishing, framing, ceramics, drywall, cabinets, garages, concrete work. Planning & ideas. Please call Barry 250-3954533

Painting & Decorating COAST MOUNTAIN PAINTING: 250-791-5359 or 250-609-1958. For all your painting needs.

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EQUIPMENT FINANCING. Private funds available - new or used equipment. $15,000 to $500,000. Call Al at 250-6755185, cel 250-253-1689

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Pets 1 Female tabby, 1 female Beige/white tabby, 2 male tabby cats needing a home. All have been spayed/neutered and shots are up to date. They are well trained and are 9 months old. Call 778-4820043

SPCA - Your best choice in pets. 250-395-5303

The SPCA needs 2 to 3 phone volunteers to answer the emergency line. Suits retired or semi-retired individuals. Also, temporary foster homes needed. Please call 250-3955303 and leave a message. *WARNING* -Ads reading, “Free to a good home”, have the potential to attract individuals that see your family pet as a way to make $$money through any number of undesirable situations; i.e. selling to animal testing labs or in the case of horses, the slaughter house. Contact the SPCA at 250-395-5303 for information on successfully placing your pet in the right kind of home. Leave a message and a volunteer will get back to you.

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Fish & Aquarium 25 GALLON tank with stand, all accessories $150. 250-3958813

HOME WANTED for 2 yr old Australian Kelpie Border Collie X. TONS OF ENERGY! Would make a great agility dog! Not good with other animals or kids. Would be good for a one person home. 250-791-5291.

Feed & Hay BARN stored, alfalfa/brome mix. Good quality hay. $4 per bale. Barn stored mixed hay, some rain, $2 per bale. 250397-2525. Good quality horse & cow hay, large square bales, round bales & haylage bales. Ph. early a.m. or evenings. (250)398-2805 GOOD quality square bales, grass/alfalfa mix. Baled with no rain. $3-$6 per bale. 250397-2378. Delivery available.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meetings in 100 Mile area: Mondays noon at #10 Scenic Place Estates. Tuesdays, 8pm, St. Timothy’’s Church. Thursdays 7:30pm, 108 Community Centre. Saturday night ﬁreside family group 8pm, 100 Mile United Church. Sundays 7:30pm, south Cariboo Community Health Centre,rear entrance. 250-791-5286, 250395-4646, 250-395-6154, 250395-5368 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS. Want to quit drugs or affected by someone’’s drug use? Meetings at Health Centre, 555 Cedar; Mon. & Fri., 7:30pm. Doors open 7pm. 250791-5287, or call the helpline: 250-320-5032

Our 6 month program gives you the specialized training needed for hospital positions. The focused, intensive schedule gets you into the work force as quickly as possible. We also offer: Online Medical Transcription - 9 months Pharmacy Technician – 8 months • Online or on campus

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Food Products SIDES of beef for sale. $3.60/lb. Cut and wrapped. 250-397-2966.

Firewood/Fuel FIREWOOD all split & cut from 12” to 48”. $130 per cord (4x4x8). Free delivery. Chris, 250-706-3043. Stacking Avail. HEAT your entire home, domestic water and more with the Classic OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Dual fuel ready models available. Call Today. Cameo Plumbing & Heating (250)395-3535.

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2 FREE STANDING stereo computer speakers; volume, bass and treble controls. Exc. sound. Like new w/box, $20.00. Sony 17” LCD monitor SDM-HS73. Beautiful 1280 x 1024 resolution. Like new, in box. $120.00. Sony DVD/CD player w/Dolby digital. Complete with remote/manual. $20.00, in very good cond. Toshiba DVD player. ColorStream connections. DTS; Dolby digital complete w/remote. $25.00. 250-395-6179.

CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION South Cariboo Branch

CMHA-SCB is now taking applications for our affordable family housing development, located on Cariboo Trail and Jens Street, 100 Mile House B.C. Application forms can

Misc. Wanted WE BUY GOLD & SILVER in every form. We match the best price for your silver coins pre-1968. Open every Saturday 10am - 3pm. 205 Birch Ave., 100 Mile House 250-395-3034

be picked up at the Community Resource Centre (between the Hospital and the Junior High School), or at the

Women’s Centre (102 Bridge Creek Centre, Birch Avenue). The 25 unit project has 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom units. Applicants must provide income and asset information and veriﬁcation upon application. This project is sponsored by the Canadian Mental Health Association - South Cariboo Branch and British Columbia Housing and Management Commission.

LOCAL Coin Collector, looking to buy collections, Mint & Proof sets, Accumulations, Olympic, Gold, Silver Coins Etc. Any amount. Please Call Chad at 250-863-3082. WANTED: Old lever action Winchester & Marlin riﬂes and carbines. Call (250)791-6369

Misc. for Sale 2 BLUE LOVE SEATS, maple coffee table, maple stereo cabinet, queen bed w/boxspring & mattress, Craftsman lawnmower. 250-395-2552. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? MANUFACTURED pure wood shavings: natural product, high quality, low cost, bulk bagged shaving for livestock, pets, gardens. Custom hauling available. Call New Cal Rabbit Farm 250-395-3336 or 250706-8972.

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 2 BDRM apts for rent. Quiet building. In 100 Mile House. 250-706-2336 2 BEDROOM upstairs, huge deck $600 plus utilities, N/S, good location, 378 Taylor Ave. Close to all amenities. Call Gerhard Century21(R) Seaside Realty Ltd (100 Mile) 250-395-2133 BACHELOR $400 and One Bedroom $450 in Clinton fourplex, 500 sq. ft, Fridge and Stove, includes parking, garbage pickup, laundry. Caretaker 250-459-2667 Owner 604853-3410 wkrueger@shaw.ca BACHELOR APT. located above store on Hwy 97. $465/mon plus hydro. N/S, N/P, W/P only. 1 BDRM APT. above store on Hwy 97.$495/mon plus hydro. N/S, N/P, W/P only. Call Dave 250-395-3106 or 250-3952069 (after 6pm)

1&2 Bedrooms, Clean, large, bright Near hospital/shopping Social room, ﬁsh ponds & garden spots avail. Seniors welcome

(250)395-0809 or (250)395-0168

Commercial/ Industrial 3000 SQ.FT SHOP for rent or Lease, large open area, 16’ ceiling, small mezzanine area, front ofﬁce. Formerly Mike & Joe’s Auto Repair, downtown 100 Mile House. Ron 250-7063047, 250-487-2294 NEWLY renovated retail space available @ 355 Birch ave. 100 Mile. formerly the Tip Top bldg call Janet 250395-2545

Duplex / 4 Plex 2 BDRM suite in 4-plex. In 100 Mile. Newly renovated. DD, refs. req. No dogs. 250-3952744 or 1-250-267-1702. 4 BDRM, 2 bath duplex. $700 + utilities. NS, NP. Ref. Req. In 100 Mile. Suitable for family. 250-397-2182.

AVAIL. April 1st: 2 & 3 bdrms, renovated apts, in downtown 100 Mile. $600 & $650 rent, ref. req. No dogs. Call 250456-7314.

Mobile Homes & Pads 103 MILE: 2 bdrm, 1 bath mobile. Available. April 1st. $725/mon. No smoking, no pets. Call 250-706-2612 2 BDRM, 2 bath mobile home, #58 in Travellers’ Trailer Park, 100 Mile. Avail. immediately. $750/mon plus util. N/S. Call 250-395-4125 for info. 2 BEDROOM mobile, on 1/2 acre, at Horse Lake, pets ok, NS, $650 + util. Avail. April 1. 250-395-1964

Homes for Rent 100 MILE House (Sundials) 3 bdrm twnhse. NS, NP. $600-$750. 250-395-6576 3 BDRM, 2 bath home on Cariboo Trail. $1100 per mon. D.D. & ref. req’d. 250-3972521. Avail. Feb. 1, 2012. 3 BDRM home in 108, n/p, n/s, refs req. $800 per month. Avail. now. 250-791-1977. 3 BDRM house. NS. NP. In 100 Mile House. Renovated. Avail. April 1st. $900/mon. includes utilities. 250-395-6066 6298 MOOSE POINT DRIVE, across from Watch Lake Access, 2 bdrm house, gas ﬁreplace, electric baseboard heaters, w/d, insulated hobby shop. $795/mth. 250-456-7503.

BACHELOR suite. $450/mos. incl. utilities . Ph. 250-395-3691

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BC HOUSING is now accepting applications for housing from persons 55 years and older as well as disabled persons 19 years of age and older. Eligible tenants pay 30% of gross monthly income for rent. For applications contact: 250395-4743 or 1-800-834-7149. ONE bdrm apt. Clean, quiet, N/S, N/P. Ref. req. $550 per month. plus utilities. Call 250395-3691. PARKVIEW APTS: 1 BDRM apt for rent renovated, downtown 100 Mile. $550/mo, 2 bdrm $650, bachelor $450. Includes heat. (250)395-3660 or (250)706-9144

Horse lake, 10 min to town 2 bdrm rustic cabin, NP garage $650/mo 108 Mile Ranch Lg 1 Bdrm Log Home “Quiet, beautiful location” w/d, $800/mo 2 bdrm Gothic Arch Spectacular Lake view, Open Plan Laundry,Wood/Gas Heat $850/mo Call ‘Will’ @ 250-706-9359

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HORSE LAKE Waterfront - 3 BDRM House, avail immediately. Close to Elementary school. No smoking. No large dogs. Small pets negotiable. References & damage deposit req’d. $975 per month, negotiable. Contact Nancye, 250395-2684, cell# 250-706-1406. NICE 3 bdrm house in LLH. Quiet neighbourhood, fenced yard, fruit trees. W/D F/S, garage, wkshop & gdn shed. N/S. Pet Ok. $750. Ref Req. 250395-0627

Ofﬁce/Retail MONEY Maker - be your own boss - Retail Space 900 sq ft perfect for Ice Cream/Fudge & Kettle Corn and/or Internet Cafe, Book Store, Gift Shop, Electronics - bring your ideas 378 Taylor Ave best location and exposure - $500/mo plus HST/plus triple net/plus utilities call Gerhard at Century21(R) Seaside Realty Ltd (100 Mile) 250-395-2133 PRIME OFFICE SPACE for Rent. South Cariboo Business Centre 226- 475 Birch Avenue 156 sft only $195.00 mtly. incl. utilities, janitorial. call Konrad 250 395-2233.

Shared Accommodation FURNISHED room in large house on acreage. Close to 100 Mile. $350/mon. 250-3952377

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Auto Accessories/Parts USED BEDLINER for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In good condition- no cuts or cracks. $75.00 Phone: 250-395-6179.

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1994 GMC pick-up, 4 wheel drive. $1200. 250-791-5215.

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Learn to walk and run safely soreness. • Walkers and runners are prone to overuse injuries. These are often due to imbalances in strength and flexibility you can correct through therapeutic exercises. Your phys-

iotherapist can create a program designed specifically for you. • Choose walking or running to prevent osteoporosis later in life. Weight bearing exercise provides controlled stress to your bones, helping

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Eclectica contributes to the Parade of Choirs Arlene Jongbloets Free Press

The Eclectica Community Choir of 100 Mile House was in Williams Lake at Cariboo Bethel Church on Feb. 26, participating in the Parade of Choirs concert produced by the Hough Memorial Cancer Society. Eclectica, along with five other choirs, raised more than $1,900 for the society to help purchase a new digital mammography unit for Cariboo Memorial Hospital. The local choir had 30 of its members participating and performing a couple of folk tunes, a lively African number and the John Lennon song, “Imagine.” Donna Forward from 100 Mile accompanied the choir on piano. Other participat-

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ing Williams Lake musical groups included the Cariboo Men’s Choir, Quintet Plus, the trio Willow, Angelkeys Children’s Choir and the Cariboo Seniors’ Choir. Eclectica singer Ann Swann says their director Jasmine Kreschuk was unable to accompany them

due to illness and choir member Patricia Spencer jumped in as assistant director at the last minute and did a great job. As part of the show, all of the choirs joined together to perform old favourites, “Four Strong Winds” and “Blowin’ in the Wind.”

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THE ROADSHOW IS NOW IN 100 MILE HOUSE: â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 3 Days Left! â&#x20AC;&#x201D; TERRY INKLER Canadian Collectors Roadshow Staff Writer

he Roadshow has been travelling the country in search of hidden treasures and is in 100 Mile House to see what surprises comes through the door! They will be appraising and buying everything from gold and silver jewellery and coins to antiques and collectibles. Now is the time to search through those old boxes containing the silverware you no longer want to polish, the jewellery you do not wear and the coin collections you would like to learn more about. The experts at the Roadshow will be more than happy to look through your old treasures, heirlooms and curiosities, free of charge. They will even make you an offer to buy anything their network of collectors are looking for. You could be in possession of something rare and sought after that could earn you a lot of money!!! At an event in Belleville, Ontario, a man named Larry Wilkes brought in an old jewellery box full of items he had inherited from family members, over the years. It contained gold and silver jewellery and even some costume jewellery that is desirable to collectors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was very pleased to see that there was this much value in that old box!â&#x20AC;? Larry commented. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have never been much for jewellery so I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what was in there all these years.â&#x20AC;? Larry traded in his jewellery box for $3,700! Expert appraiser Luc Bergevin explains, â&#x20AC;&#x153;There has never been a better time to sell gold or silver jewellery, flatware or coins. Many people are coming to realize that since the stock market prices of precious metals are now so high there is a lot of money to be made from things that are just collecting dust!â&#x20AC;? At an event, a woman named Lise Archambault arrived with a lot of silverware. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sorry I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t polish itâ&#x20AC;?, Lise said. It turned out that among her unpolished silverware was a rare and beautiful Victorian coffee and tea service made in Lon-

don, England, in 1852 by Charles and George Fox. This set is highly desirable to collectors! Lise also had an assortment of newer sterling silverware. She decided to sell it all and received $5,000 for her items! â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am very happy that someone else could enjoy my silverware... but even happier that I can now take an overdue vacation!â&#x20AC;? Lisa Joked. At another Roadshow event in Calgary, Alberta, a man named Carlos Miller brought in a sizeable coin collection, which included a rare 1966 Small Bead Canadian silver dollar. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were really pleased to see that coin, as it is very rare. We purchased it for $6,000. We also purchased an assortment of other coins from him for their silver content,â&#x20AC;? expert appraiser Lawrence Tyee explained. He went on to say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;more and more people are cashing in their coins for their silver content, which is wise because of how much silver is worth these days!â&#x20AC;? Canadian coins from 1968 or older and American coins from 1964 or older contain silver. Many older foreign coins contain silver too. If you are not sure, the experts at the Roadshow can quickly let you know which ones contain silver and which ones are rare! The Roadshow buys and appraises all kinds of antiques and collectibles. Appraiser Sandy Johnstone recounts one of her more memorable experiences: â&#x20AC;&#x153;While working in White Rock, B.C. a gentleman came to my table with two boxes full of things. In the second box he had a large collection of cast-iron banks that our collectors love and several tin wind-up toys which are also collectible...especially his tin wind-up Popeye on a tricycle made by Linemar in the 1950â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. It was still in its original box and in perfect condition. What a find! We wound up giving him over $2,000 for these gems! Everyone was super happy!â&#x20AC;?

The experts at the roadshow will be happy to teach you about what you have, let you know what it is worth and make offers to buy your treasures.

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BRING IN YOUR OLD AND UNWANTED JEWELRY, GOLD AND COIN. ALSO ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES FOR CASH. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s How It Works: s 'ATHER ALL YOUR COLLECTIBLES AND BRING them in s FREE admission s ./ APPOINTMENT NECESSARY s 7E WILL MAKE OFFERS ON THE SPOT IF THERE is interest in the item s !CCEPT THE OFFER AND GET PAID immediately s &REE #OFFEE s &ULLY (EATED )NDOOR &ACILITY

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Figurines, Dolls, Bisque Head Dolls, Pocket Watches (100 years old or older) and MORE!!! We represent thousands of collectors who are all looking for a variety of collectibles! We have purchased a wide selection of items for our group of collectors. The CCG (Canadian Collectors Group) are a private group of collectors who are looking for unique items in a wide variety of categories.

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