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Two-thirds support Highway 5 roundabout KEITH MCNEILL There was a lot of opposition voiced to a proposed roundabout on Highway 5 during two recent open houses on the topic, Mayor John Harwood reported during last Tuesday’s town council meeting. However, comments collected during the meeting showed 67 percent of those attending were in favor of the concept. Councilor Barry Banford said the number of people who attended the two events, which were held Mar. 7 at Clearwater Secondary School, impressed him. Ken Kjenstad and Jon Kreke reported that people from the District had met with representatives from Jim’s Food Market about the roundabout proposal. Those from Jim’s would prefer to have a stoplight and not a roundabout, they said, and would like to see more public input into any decision on the corner. The roundabout is still an unfunded project, meaning no money has been budgeted for it. If it does go ahead, it would be a provincial responsibility, as the municipality is not responsible for through highways. The provincial government does, however, like to get local feedback. The open houses were hosted by District of Clearwater with staff from Highways participating.

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Snowmobiling paradise A snowmobiler from Alberta stands besides his sled during a trip to Groundhog Mountain near Avola. For more about the growing importance of snowmobiling to winter tourism in the area, see the story on page A12. Photo by Bill Karas, Blue River Powder Packers

The TNRD board of directors has approved a contract with Borrow Enterprises Ltd. of Clearwater for the amount of $345,596 to complete site works for the new Clearwater Eco-Depot. The site works for the new eco-depot would include site earthworks, road construction, site grading and drainage installation. The approximately three-hectare site is located at the former Camp Two sawmill site northwest of town. The site works project was tendered

on Feb. 14 with a tender closure date of March 2. Six tenders were received by the deadline. Borrow Enterprises Ltd. submitted the lowest priced bid. Construction is expected to begin in April with the eco-depot site to be operational by October, 2012. The Clearwater ecodepot site works contract awards was eligible for funding under the $9.4 million Building Canada Fund Communities Component grant that the TNRD received from the federal and provincial governments.

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Sportsplex to get $400,000 from province for upgrades The Clearwater North Thompson Sportsplex is receiving $400,000 from the provincial government for dressing room expansion. The money is coming from the province’s Community Recreation Program, which pro-

vides 80 per cent funding. Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Ida Chong announced the grant Saturday, March 17, in Kamloops. “By increasing the availability of recreational spaces and providing opportunities for people of all ages to

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participate in physical activity, the program helps strengthen communities and makes them more attractive to families while building the local economy,” Chong said. “Getting out and being active enables British Columbians to enjoy better health, build stronger community connections and enjoy the many amenities this great province has to offer.” The Sportsplex is an integral part of the Clearwater and area community, the hub of activities such as hockey, figure skating, curling and many other events. The project scope includes constructing washrooms. Installing overhead doors, drywall, T-bar ceiling, electric hand dryers, cabinets, vanities and HVAC system. Also announced were four other area projects that will receive funding through the program: • Barriere Community Recreation

Project - $238,680. The money will be used to construct an addition to the Agriplex building and upgrade the curling facility. The current curling facility is old and needs upgrades to the ice-making equipment to keep the facility operating and to ensure continued curling opportunities for the community. The Agriplex addition will see the construction of an addition to the new 2,787 squaremeter (30,000 sq. ft.) building that will house washrooms, change rooms with showers, office space and public lobby space. Telescopic bleachers will also be installed in the arena. A completed Agriplex will enable Barriere to host large events such as the community’s popular fall fair in addition to horseback riding, BMX biking, rodeo events, indoor walking and other activities. • Sun Peaks Community Recreation Centre Phase 1 $400,000. Phase 1 will

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Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Ida Chong (third from left) presents District of Clearwater council members and staff with $400,000 for new dressing rooms at the Sportsplex. Pictured are (l-r) councilor Ken Kjenstad, MLA Terry Lake, Chong, Mayor John Harwood, director of ﬁnance Sheila Thiessen, chief administrative ofﬁcer Leslie Groulx, and councilor Gord Heisterman. Photo by Jill Hayward build a multi-sport facility with the flexibility to function as a covered ice arena during the winter months, as well as an indoor field for multiple sports during the spring, summer and fall seasons. • Chase Memorial Park Wharf Rebuild Project - $365,600

• Kamloops Lorne Street Corridor Enhancement Project $250,000 “The Community Recreation Program, which provides up to 80 per cent of funding for recreation infrastructure projects, helps build vibrant communities where residents

can thrive,” said Terry Lake, Kamloops-North Thompson MLA. “We know many British Columbians love to be active, and increasing the overall recreation infrastructure in this province will give people greater access to a broad range of potential activities.”

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DOC gets green money to explore micro-hydro water power TIMES STAFF The federal government is providing $200,000 in Community Development Program funding for green energy initiatives in the North Thompson Valley and elsewhere, M.P. Cathy McLeod announced on Tuesday. “Our government’s top priority remains the economy, and lessening the impact of invasive species like the mountain pine beetle is necessary to ensure the economic prosperity of British Columbia,” said McLeod. “By turning forest waste into useful products, we can ensure sustainable employment, innovative business ventures and more robust economies for the affected rural regions.” A total of $80,000 will be used for a green energy opportunity scan for the communities

of Clearwater, Barriere, Simpcw First Nation and surrounding areas. The opportunity scan will identify the Valley’s potential for green energy development, such as micro-hydro, wind, geothermal and so on. The $80,000 also will be used to explore the feasibility of micro-hydro power production on the drinking water systems for the District of Clearwater and the City of Armstrong, and on streams within the traditional territory of Simpcw First Nation. Another $40,000 will go to the Village of Valemount. The funding will help complete a pilot project business plan to explore business development opportunities using geothermal heat and options for business structures for a municipally owned utility. “This project was developed

following extensive discussions and roundtables with local government and First Nation leaders from across the affected area,” said McLeod. “The discussions focused on the region’s requirements and challenges regarding green energy development.”

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The discussions focused on the region’s requirements and challenges regarding green energy development.” Cathy McLeod

Also receiving $40,000 each will be the Village of Slocan and the Cariboo-Chilcotin region for green energy pilot projects.

Lights out March 31 for Earth Hour Keith McNeill District of Clearwater wants you to turn your lights off on Saturday, Mar. 31, 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. A motion to participate in Earth Hour 2012 was passed during last Tuesday’s council meeting. According to Wikipedia, Earth Hour is a global event organized by WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature, also known as World Wildlife Fund) and is held on the last Saturday of March annually. Households and businesses are asked to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour to raise awareness towards the need to take action on climate change. WWF and the Sydney Morning Herald conceived Earth Hour in 2007, when 2.2 million residents of Sydney participated by turning off all non-essential lights. In 2011, it took place in a record 5,251 cities and towns in 135 countries and territories, and reached an estimated 1.8 billion people.

On the auction block Lenny Hurst tries out a wooden bench he made that will be auctioned off during a Beer and Burger Night at Clearwater ski hill on Friday evening, Mar. 30. Besides the auction, the event will feature a barbeque, youth talent show, live music and a 50/50 draw. Proceeds will go to beneﬁt Clearwater Secondary School and Clearwater Ski Club. Photo by Keith McNeill

The three pilot projects are the first phase of a two phase process. Phase two will develop and share information through guidebooks and on-line resources used by other rural communities to identify, understand and develop new opportunities realized out of similar challenges. Under the Community Development Program, Building Rural and Northern Partnerships, $5.2 million has supported 80 rural community initiatives, leveraging a total project value of $15.6 million to engage community partners and seize opportunities for development, which will help rural and northern Canadians to improve their quality of life. McLeod, who represents the Kamloops-Thompson-Caribou riding in Ottawa, made the funding announcements on behalf of Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz.

Boys and girls invited to annual Easter egg hunt at Blackpool hall TIMES STAFF Got some youngsters who enjoy outdoor activity in the spring? Or maybe spring just makes you feel young at heart. Better mark Sunday, April 8, noon to 3 p.m. on your calendar. That’s the date and time of the annual Children’s Easter Party at Blackpool Hall. Activities at this free event will include a variety of games such as ring toss and painting. Hot dogs and juice will be served. And, of course, there will be an Easter egg hunt. Everyone will be welcome at this community event.

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Opinion

“ Life only demands from you the strength you possess. Only one feat is possible - not to have run away. ” - Dag Hammarskjold, diplomat editorial by keith mcNeill

British Columbia's forest tenure system needs a complete overhaul

Ode to a balanced economy Editor, The Times:

There is a view among some citizens that anything run by government is inherently bad or ineffective. In fact this view is being nurtured and encouraged by both the current provincial and federal governments, partly because they don’t support the concept of public ownership. In fact a mixed economy of private and public enterprise has proven itself to be our best option over the last 50 years. Some things are best left to private enter-

prise and others, like parts of the service industry, are best handled in the public domain. Services like health care, education, energy, water and sewer facilities are cheaper and more effective when publicly managed. Not that I am claiming perfection in either sector, private or public, but the areas that I have previously mentioned are more accessible and affordable in the public domain. Some argue that our public service does not produce anything, a short-sighted view to be sure. A

healthy, well-educated population is essential to a thriving economy, private or public. The thrust of the newly minted Bill 22 is aimed directly at the public sector and I contend is a major step towards the privatization of the entire public sector. Have your wallets handy - the cost of your essential services will balloon if this government is reelected.

Wes Morden Blackpool, B.C.

Wilderness race back on the shelf Editor, The Times: The Wilderness Gateway Relay was a relay race starting at Clearwater Lake in Wells Gray Park and

ending at Dutch Lake in Clearwater. The last race was run in September of 2002. It was cancelled in 2003 because of the fires and the committee

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decided to not hold the event again. Last year, under the banner of the Wells Gray Outdoor Club, another committee was struck with the intention of reviving this popular event. Despite the best efforts of the committee, not enough teams registered for the September 2011 event and it was postponed. It instead was to be held on June 9, 2012. The organizing committee met last week and has made the difficult decision to not go forward with

this event. We have not been able to find enough committee members to support the effort required to organize the relay. We did find enough volunteers for the day of the race. We did find financial support through some sponsors. The team interest seemed to be up for the spring event as well. Unfortunately, without a strong organizing committee it is not possible to pull everything together.

Sam Willan Clearwater, B.C.

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If the provincial government doesn’t want the responsibility of maintaining the province’s forests, it should hand off the job to local governments and First Nations. District of Clearwater is writing a letter to Steve Thompson, Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. The letter asks that the present forestry field station in Clearwater be re-established as a district office. It also will ask that the staff level here be maintained at a level adequate to service clients in the North Thompson Valley. During last Tuesday’s town council meeting, Clearwater councilors celebrated a report that the position of a local Forest Service employee

who is retiring would remain local. That’s good news, but it isn’t good enough. The Forest Service brings in about a half billion dollars in revenue each year to the provincial government from stumpage and so on. It costs about the same amount to operate, or slightly more. What’s going on? Where is that money going? Certainly not enough is being spent on the ground locally. The present land tenure and forest management system is not working for anyone - not for the people living in forest dependent communities, not for the provincial government, and not even for the forest companies. It’s time for a major overhaul.

Traveling snowmobilers support local economies Editor, The Times:

Re: “Helicopter skiers monitor wildlife” in Mar. 19, 2012 issue I am a backcountry snowmobiler. Wiegele seems to toot his horn once a year and it always ends up in a campaign against snowmobiling. First of all, just one of his helicopters burns 120 liters of leaded fuel an hour. His company does not support the local economy. There is minimal local community support, while he charges wealthy clients $10,000 a week. Wiegele tells stories of us snowmobilers riding in closed areas. While there might be a case of that happening, there are thousands of snowmobilers every day that obey the rules. The whole snowmobiling community suffers and gets shamed from one incident. Unfortunately we have no control in this.

My sport is recreation, and I do it with my friends and family. His is business. All the local associations and snowmobiling clubs work hard with the heli-skiers and government to come up with agreements to protect the mountain caribou, allow business tenures, and also create “peace” in the backcountry. Wiegele has 191 mountain peaks to do his business. We, as recreational sledders, are not so lucky and have a handful. I ask you to interview Blue River Powder Packers or VARDA (Valemount Area Recreational Development Association). See what they say about sledding and their community. I would guarantee they will not bad mouth heli-skiers. We have more class than that. Plus we also give to

the community. We buy food, fuel and property and rent hotel rooms. In general, we spend our hard earned money to support the locals. The Blue River and Valemount communities would be ghost towns if it were not for us. We are not monsters. Keith, please don’t fall into this Wiegele’s trap.

Mark Knodel Edmonton, Alberta Editor’s Note: VARDA replied that they were aware of the article but would not respond at this time. An interview with Blue River Powder Packers president Bill Karas appears on page 12 plus there are comments from the provincial government on page 11. An interview with Al Hodgson, president of the Association of BC Snowmobile Clubs, will appear in a future issue of the Times.

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Question of the Week

? Do you get a break during Spring Break?

Deidra Chase:

Gerry Gardner:

Janny McKenna:

Kirsten Allchin:

No, not this year. I'm working full-time plus I'm housesitting right now.

I get a break all the time. I'm retired, so I get as many breaks as I want.

Yes, I do. We're having a visit from our grandchild and it's a wonderful break.

No, I don't because I homeschool the kids, so they're home all the time anyways.

Stephanie Turner (with Mayalin): : Yes, I get my grandchild during Spring Break.

Hospital Auxiliary members plan garden party Editor, The Times:

With spring just around the corner, the Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Auxiliary members are getting ready for their third annual Afternoon Garden Party. An afternoon of fun and entertainment will begin at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 6 at the Blue Loon Grill. An exquisite lunch buffet will be provided for all the guests followed by a live auction of unique handmade and retail garden items. We will also have garden vendors and a silent auction as well as a hat competition. There will be judging of the hats and first, second and third prizes will be presented.

We are seeking the help of businesses or individuals to donate garden items such as birdhouses, stepping stones, deck planters, willow furniture, water fountains, weathervanes, seeds, or any garden ornament. The funds raised at this event are used to purchase items for our local hospital and ambulance service. Clearwater is the only hospital between Kamloops and Jasper and so our Auxiliary works very hard to provide the extra supplies that are needed to keep our hospital updated and functional. Any item that is donated can be picked up by one of our members. Also a charitable receipt will be issued to all busi-

nesses that care to donate to this fundraising event. Tickets for this fun event can be purchased for $25 and you can get them at the Blue Loon Grill, Watauga Village office, the Hospital Gift Shop or from an Auxiliary member. If you require more information, items picked up or tickets, please call 250-674-2700 or 250-674-3205. The last two years has been a sell out so we do suggest you get your tickets quickly.

Marg Anderson DHMH Auxiliary

Striking Iran to prevent war could prove to be suicidal Editor, The Times:

“Preventive war is like committing suicide for fear of death.” - Otto Von Bismarck. With the exception of Niccolo Machiavelli, Bismarck is perhaps the most misunderstood figure in history. Tall, monocle in one eye, often accompanied by two large dogs that made German shepherds look like midgets, Bismarck looked and often talked like the epitome of the arrogant, over-bearing Prussian that everyone loves to hate.

Beneath that harsh surface lay a shrewd operator, a man who knew when to compromise to keep the balance of power without going to war. Even his early wars - Denmark 1864, Austria 1866 and finally France 1870 - 71, were designed to push a bunch of weak quarrelsome Germanic states into one powerful united entity that, despite the disasters of two world wars and partition, Germany is to this day. I don’t for one minute buy the view that Germany was alone

responsible for World War I. However it would have been good if Bismarck had been around (he was dismissed by Kaiser Wilhelm in 1890) during the Balkan crisis. Instead the belligerency of Moltke, Tirpitz and Kaiser Wilhelm ruled the day. Now we have the saber rattling of Israel against Iran, the need to prevent that unlovable country from developing atomic weapons has grown to a crescendo. Yes, yes, I know the Ahmedinajad regime talks about

McLeod should be defending our right to vote Editor, The Times: MP Cathy McLeod says, "... the Conservative party runs a clean campaign," (Kamloops Daily News, Feb. 24, 2012), yet it dismisses disturbing tales of "voter suppression" out of hand. In fact, nothing could be more serious. Our democracy depends on each and every citizen being able to vote

for his or her choice for government. Interfering with that right is a crime that former Chief Electoral Officer JeanPierre Kingsley said might deserve jail time. All MPs should condemn any interference in voting, but Mrs. McLeod and the Conservative Party are trying to muddy the waters and hide the problem.

It’s not what you earn, it’s what you keep

Maybe that's because the allegations seem to benefit Conservative candidates. Maybe because after four years of denial, the Conservative Party was convicted of breaking the law by exceeding election spending limits in 2006 by more than a million dollars. Too much has happened to dismiss this

as the work of a single rogue. Something deeply disturbing is happening to our democracy. Mrs. McLeod should stand up for a Canada that protects your right to vote, not turn a blind eye.

Wayne Easter, MP Malpeque, PEI Liberal Party of Canada

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the destruction of Israel but so does virtually every Saudi prince and I haven’t heard anything about a preventive strike on Saudi Arabia. Beside that, it’s Israel that has 2-300 atomic weapons, completely uninspected or acknowledged. Even that totally miserable North Korea does a better job of conforming to the rules than Israel, but then it wouldn’t take much for that, would it? Waging war on Iran’s nuclear program via the Internet is fair

game, one can suppose. However, a real preventive war, a strike on Iran, could well be committing suicide for real. Israel destroyed Iraq’s nuclear reactor, a facility in Syria and laid waste to a good part of Lebanon in 2006. But, there is such a thing as luck running out. Bismarck, where are you when we need you most?

Dennis Peacock Clearwater, B.C.

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YEARS AGO: The Department of Education in Victoria gave School District 26 the go-ahead to spend $75,000 to convert Clearwater Elementary School into a dormitory for students from Blue River. The building would have a capacity for 24 students. Reg Small presented a plan to Clearwater Chamber of Commerce that would supply water

to the area from Star Lake to Raft River. A 25-foot dam at Reflector Lake would create a reservoir three miles long. Clearwater skiers enjoyed deep powder skiing on Raft Mountain. W. Messenger and his son Kent, accompanied by Bill Collison, John Collison, Stephen Parker and Bill Foote, went up with Star Brown’s Autoboggan.

THE WELLS GRAY COMMUNITY FOREST CORPORATION is having its annual public information forum. This meeting is intended to give the public opportunity to be informed about the accomplishments of Wells Gray Community Forest in 2011 and the goals for 2012. Representatives from the Wells Gray Community Forest Corporation will be available to answer any questions. This meeting will take place on Thursday April 12th, 2012 from 7.00 to 9.00pm To be held at the Community Resource Centre 751 Clearwater Village Road. For additional information contact George Brcko, General Manager, WGCFC at 250-674-3530

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HISTORICAL Perspective

BACK IN TIME

YEARS AGO: John Harwood called on North Thompson residents to travel to Kamloops and support him in his bid for the provincial Liberal Party nomination. Anyone wishing transportation was asked to contact Times publisher Dave Berryman, Chuck Emery or Harwood.

YEARS AGO: TNRD lawyers had issued writs to the Sportsplex’s consulting engineers, suppliers and contractors, Area A director Karl Simmerling reported to a public meeting. After the roof had collapsed a

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second time, new consultants estimated final repairs at $195,000, said Sportsplex committee chair George Marcyniuk. A young man and his dog barely escaped with their lives during a fire that destroyed a trailer home. CTP mill hands again helped contain the fire. The nearly completed firehall was felt to be a positive step towards an organized firefighting unit.

YEARS AGO: Conditions at Clearwater ski hill were excellent and could hold until Easter, according to ski club director Bob Dhillon. There was a two-foot base with soft “sugar” snow on top. B.C. Hydro presented the case for a coal-fired electricitygenerating station at Hat Creek near Cache Creek. Close to 1,200 employees would work for a minimum of 35 years, staff said. Prevailing winds would carry the 45,000 tons of sulfur dioxide generated annually in a northeasterly direction. An article by Reg Small profiled the history of St. John and St. Paul’s Church in Birch Island and the community it served. Money to build the church came from the estate of a Mr. French in England, who had been active within two churches, one

named for St. John the Evangelist and the other for St. Paul.

YEARS AGO: An avalanche near Blue River killed seven skiers skiing with Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing. There had been 12 persons in the helicopter party. Bill Mattenley suggested a petition be circulated to see how much support existed for re-naming Clearwater’s principal business route “Main Street.” Jim London noted that the route had 39 businesses, the RCMP station, a library, a church, four government offices, a firehall, CID office, the post office and the train station. A petition to keep a post office in Little Fort received an excellent response.

YEARS AGO: Police charged an East Blackpool resident with manslaughter and arson following a house-fire that cost the lives of three children. The parents were able to escape the early morning fire, but could not reach their children in the next bedroom. Clearwater Fire Department attended the fire, even though it was five km outside the fire protection district. WeyerhaeuserVavenby manager Dave

Hay gave Clearwater Chamber of Commerce members a tour of the sawmill. The division provided employment to 88 hourly paid workers, 21 staff, 75 to 85 loggers, contractors and truckers, plus about 22 person-years (in 1991) of temporary work in tree-planting such as silviculture. The mill had gone to a single-shift operation in January, 1991.

YEARS AGO: BCGEU road maintenance workers dropped a work-torule campaign and ban on overtime following a tentative settlement with Argo Road Maintenance. Forest Renewal B.C. was looking for a few good men and women to service on an advisory committee to represent the valley from McLure to Blue River. A small working group had already put together a proposal to hire a consultant for $53,000 for seven months. Clearwater was too small for a swimming pool to be self-sustaining, said local resident Roy Cragg. Merritt spent $3 million to build its pool, and about $250,000 per year to operate it.

YEARS AGO: About 20 Upper Clearwater residents rallied to rescue a huge boulder that divided Trout Creek Road in Upper Clearwater. Ministry of Transportation had sent an excavator to demolish it. “It’s the only divided highway north of the Coquihalla,” said Barb Pelton. The min-

istry claimed it posed a hazard. The backcountry ranger program in Wells Gray Park was cancelled due to government cutbacks. Formerly there had been four rangers in the park, working as seasonal auxiliaries. An avalanche near Blue River severely injured a well-known local man. Dave Vollmer suffered multiple fractures, including two broken thighbones, a dislocated shoulder and a cracked skull in the snow slide. Thanks to the efforts of his ski partner, and a helicopter and staff from Mike Wiegele’s, he was air lifted to Dr. Helmcken Hospital, and following that, underwent surgery at Royal Inland in Kamloops. Vollmer was expected to fully recover.

YEARS AGO: Based on widespread heavy snow conditions across the region, well above normal spring runoff was predicted in the Thompson and Nicola river drainage basins. BC Hydro was planning to phase out its E-Plus program. The program sold surplus interruptible electricity at a discounted rate to areas with limited access to natural gas. Vavenby residents held a townhall meeting with Ministry of Community Services staff members to review the residents’ concerns about having no vote over Clearwater’s incorporating the Vavenby industrial site.

YEAR AGO: A federal election had District of Clearwater looked at leasing the building occupied by the Community Resource Center and then sub-letting it back to the CRC. However, the CRC still would find it difficult to pay for it, according to a letter from CRC board chair Ron Hadley. The resource center was discussing partnerships/relationships with Thompson Rivers University and Yellowhead Community Services, he said.

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Barriere choir looks for more singers commitment is required. Jones’ says her teen vocal students (six so far) “... may have to be the ‘speBarriere singers came out of the cialty youth choir’ if there aren’t any woodwork on Mar. 7 for the first meeting other interested teens around who want regarding the forming of a community to sing in the choir. This will be just choir, and then again the following week enough to do some of the vocal work for practice at the Church of St. Paul. required for the upcoming Peace Concert Not just from Barriere - some singers that is planned for early June.” drove in from Little Fort as well. Future pieces that will be planned After a healthy vocal warm-up, the for the youths are preferred songs of new choir was more than ready, if not the choir members and any that can be impatient, to take on the music and turned into a GLEE song will be perjumped right in - fantastic harmonies formed with choreography and panache. right from the start. There were sightIf you are younger than 12, but are an readers and ear singers, and all appeared accomplished singer - you may be welto have enjoyed their time in the group comed into the choir after an audition. and looked forward to attending the next Jones says, “If there are youths that session. are interested, but just can’t make it in Unfortunately, the turnout for the for an evening practice, after school youth choir meeting was low as it was practice could be considered but only the same night as the high school Grad if there are enough teens to warrant a Fashion show; but the few that did show practice. Extra practice can be on the up were appreciated. Leah Jones is looking for young people Thursdays evenings for those that want it For the moment practices will be to sing in a specialty Bach choir that or need it and certainly for the soloists.” held regularly at the Church of St. Paul will perform in Vernon at the end of “The Peace concert will have beaution Thursdays for the youth, and on April. Photo submitted ful songs and some well known songs Wednesdays for the adult community that the audience will be tempted to sing choir, both at 7 p.m. along with. The last song will encourage the audience to parNew members will be accepted until the end of March. After ticipate. Assorted instruments such as African drum (djembe), that, there will not be enough time to learn the music (except if shakers and other possibles such as violin and cello are all in the you audition personally and can learn very quickly). mix.” Practice CDs will be available to help singers practice at Jones also encourages the public to attend the upcoming perhome. formances in Barriere, Little Fort, Clearwater, and Kamloops. Organizer Leah Jones says she can also offer a few personal For more information on choir practice contact Leah Jones lessons to get singers up to speed, or to increase their confidence at 250-957-8440 or redpepper62@live.com or leahpepperjones. before joining, or to help them along during time in the choir. Attendance is not expected to be 100 per cent but a reasonable com.

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Healthy Living, Healthy Families. The Minist Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development is helping small communities fund projects Developm and revitalize recreation infrastructure. By that will upgrade up providing m more diverse opportunities for recreational activity, these grants grant will encourage healthy living and community engageme engagement for people of all ages and abilities. pleased to announce Clearwater was among the I was pleas communities receiving grants. communit $400,000 to build new state-of-the-art dressing rooms $400,00 North Thompson Sportsplex in Clearwater. at the N Terry and Minister Ida Chong announced the Province’s Community Recreation Grant program has awarded $400,000 to the Clearwater – North Thompson Sportsplex Dressing Room Expansion Project.

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Suspect wanted in homicide investigation arrested in Clearwater TIMES STAFF Resources from Clearwater RCMP contributed to police charging two men with second-degree murder in connection to the homicide of Branson Sanders, according to a recent media release dated Mar. 16. Sander’s severely burned body was located in Burnaby on Dec. 2, 2011. The

Integrated Homicide Investigation Team conducted the investigation with the support of Burnaby RCMP. Investigators believe that Branson was dumped at the location where he was found and the homicide occurred at a residence in the 18000 block of 55 Avenue in Surrey. “Investigators believe there were several witnesses within the residence at the time

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that Branson was killed. We are asking for those people to come forward and speak with IHIT investigators,” said police spokesperson Sgt. Jennifer Pound. Pound credited the success of the investigation to the collective efforts of police officers from many jurisdictions, including Clearwater, Burnaby, Surrey and Kamloops RCMP as well as K Division (Alberta

Fall back, spring ahead For the general community this saying is a reminder to change your clocks back in the fall and ahead in the spring. For the RCMP, this saying also holds true for traffic, as in the fall the traffic slows down and in the spring it picks up again. Not only does the volume of traffic increase but the speed of the traffic does as well. Clearwater RCMP and South East District Traffic Services will be out in full force this spring in an attempt to catch any and all drivers taking advantage of the dry roads and warm weather to drive at an excessively fast speed. Consider this your first written warning.

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1-800-222-TIPS Clearwater RCMP Report Hard landing Last week an airplane carrying a pilot and three passengers crash landed on the air strip in Blue River. The pilot had been attempting to land the plane when visibility suddenly became very poor. The pilot put the plane down on the

RCMP) and its support services as well as Alberta Fugitive Apprehension Team. Charged with second-degree murder is 19-year-old Burnaby resident Shakib Shakib and 19-year-old Surrey resident Brandon Nandon. One of the suspects was arrested during a roadblock in Clearwater, according to Clearwater RCMP’s Sgt. Kevin Podbisky. ground before crashing into a snow bank. Luckily, no injuries were sustained. Murder suspect caught in Clearwater On Mar. 15 the homicide investigative team in the Lower Mainland gave the Clearwater RCMP information that a person with a warrant for arrest for murder might be driving through the town on Highway 5. Armed with this information Clearwater RCMP immediately put up a road block and started checking all cars. Three hours later the suspect was arrested in Clearwater and held in the RCMP Detachment cells overnight until he was transferred to Kamloops for further questioning.

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services committee; Gord Heisterman, Clearwater council; and Jon Kreke, Clearwater council. The provincial government announced in February that Clearwater was to receive $17,670 for an Age-Friendly needs assessment. The Age-Friendly BC program provides grants of up to $20,000 to help communities create or continue a variety of projects that

help address the needs of the older population. Initiatives can range from setting public policy to physical improvements to address the needs of older residents. Examples of age-friendly community changes can include: widening sidewalks, installing benches, maximizing green space, as well as making information, programs and services more accessible to the older population.

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The North Thompson Valley fire chiefs meet monthly to discuss how things are going at each station and to come up with possible solutions for any problems. The meetings rotate from McLure to Blue River. This month’s meeting was held on Mar. 18 at the Vavenby fire hall. Charlotte Cederholm cooked a lunch of lasagna, Caesar salad, garlic bread, peas, and black forest cake for dessert. Everyone ate first and then the meeting started around noon. Vavenby’s fire chief Sean Dawson said that the lunch was wonderful. Five chiefs attended plus Thompson-Nicola Regional District rep-

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resentative Ron Storie and retired fire commissioner Bob Hickey. Hickey now consults. Spring is here It may officially be spring but the weather did not seem to agree on its first day. However, Seth Moilliet reported that he saw 13 robins on the Aveley Ranch on Mar. 19. If the birds are coming

back then surely it must be spring? There will be a big Easter egg hunt at the Aveley Ranch on Saturday, Apr. 7. Check out their website, aveleyranch.com for more information. Self- guided tours at Aveley Ranch will be taking place from April 1-25. For more details go to the website.

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When will Rotary Richard’s clock stop? KAY KNOX Guess when the rock attached to the battery of Rotary Richard’s Clock will go through the ice. When it does, it will pull the battery out of the clock marking the exact time - to the second - when that happens. This will also trigger the red flag that “Richard” is holding to wave above his head.

Sheets to record your predictions are available in several stores and businesses, as well as with Clearwater Rotary members. Choose the month, day, hour, minute and second that you predict this will occur. Guesses cost $2 each or three for $5. Sales will end on April 10. Generous gift certificate(s) for local

stores or businesses will be awarded to the person who guesses correctly, or to the person whose time is closest to it. The amount of the prize depends on the number of tickets sold, up to a maximum of $1500. Money raised will go towards improvements for Dutch Lake Park and beach, one of Clearwater Rotary’s objectives for this year.

Town council hears from weed expert KEITH MCNEILL "It's probably not a surprise but you guys have weeds here." That was the news Jo-Ann Fox, coordinator for the Southern Interior Weed Management Committee, brought to District of Clearwater council last Tuesday. Fox had been invited by council to discuss a possible control program for invasive plants. Councilor Jon Kreke was particularly interested in controlling yellow iris, a semiaquatic plant that is taking over around Dutch Lake. Controlling the plant would be difficult, said Fox, but could be done. The first year would

involve "dead-heading" the flowers so they can't set seed. In the second year, crews would pull up the plants and cut them to pieces. More checks and treatments would be done in following years. With enough volunteers, the first phase could be done in a weekend, she said. However, permission would have to be obtained from all the landowners involved before anything could be done. The first step in a weed control program for Clearwater would be to map an inventory of the problem sites, Fox said. These would be graded on a four-point scale, depending on the opportunity to control the weeds.

Her committee has 43 weed species on its list in four categories, ranging from most to least invasive. The site inventory would then be combined with the weed species list to produce a matrix that would identify the priority places to treat. One strategy that they have been having success with is what Fox called a partnership delivery program. This would mean that all the agencies that do weed control in a particular area, such as Ministry of Transportation, Forestry, BC Hydro and so on, would work together in one coordinated project, rather than hiring separate contractors. "We try to hire locals and get landowners involved," Fox

said. "You get more bang for the buck." Although outside municipal boundaries, the invasive plant specialist said another priority area for her is Wells Gray Park. "I fear for the park," she said. Councilor Merlin Blackwell, who operates the campgrounds in the park, said ox-eye daisies are getting more common there and hawkweed is moving into the meadows at the Ray Farm. The Southern Interior Weed Management Committee is comprised of volunteer members representing private and public agencies, clubs and organizations. More information is at www.siwmc.ca on the Internet.

Discover camping now taking on-line reservations TIMES STAFF BC Parks' Discover Camping reservation system opened for business on Mar. 15, which was good news for Merlin Blackwell of Blackwell Park Operations. "The new Discover Camping system has been awesome for us business-wise, adding steady growth to our numbers where other parks have been flatlining," he said. Blackwell noted that more campsites in Wells Gray and North Thompson River provincial parks were added to the Discover Camping system in spring of 2011, and as a result of this and a little increase in marketing, the local parks were one of the few BC Parks areas in the province that saw an increase in camping last summer. "Overall we were up nearly two percent," Blackwell said. "Considering most parks in the province actually lost ground over past years due to the wet summer, we were likely up about

five per cent, if you factor in the weather losses elsewhere." The park operator reported that Clearwater Lake is presently on 50 per cent reservations and will go to 100 per cent reservable likely next year. Falls Creek, Mahood and North Thompson River are all 100 per cent reservable, and you can now prepay your camping fees on the Murtle Lake and Clearwater/Azure

water access campsites. Pyramid remains first come first serve. "You can also make group site reservations at Mahood - this year there will be two group sites at Mahood as we've split the field there in two to allow more family groups the opportunity to camp communally," he added. Discover Camping allows prospective campers to view the availability and

amenities at more than 125 reservable campgrounds, including group sites, in 94 provincial parks across B.C. Discover Camping takes reservations up to 90 days in advance. Campers can book their favorite spot through the interactive online reservation system at www.discovercamping.ca. The system also offers mobile web services so smartphone

Fostering the Future The Ministry of Children and Family Development is looking for a caring home for a young girl in the Clearwater/Vavenby area. Caregivers must have tolerance, patience and skills in working with youth with behavioural challenges and special needs. Applicants must be available during the day and committed to the youth and willing to work with a planning team. Some connections to the Aboriginal community would be an asset. For more information please contact Shay Pearson at 250 674-6810

users can easily make and change plans from the open road. For a surcharge of $5, reservations can also be made through the call centre at 1 800 6899025 or from overseas at 0+1 519 826-6850.

Poems and stories by local artist Barb Ferguson holds a copy of Rhymes Along The Way, a book of poetry and short stories she recently had published. The book includes illustrations by Fran McRae and others, and was put together by Wendy Vogels of Friendship Soup Publishing. Copies are available for sale at a variety of local businesses. Photo by Keith McNeill

The NORTH THOMPSON COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION is now receiving applications for Funding Proposals for projects from organizations within the area from Blue River to McLure. Organizations should have a Federal Charitable Number, or be sponsored by another group that has a number. DEADLINE for receiving applications: APRIL 15, 2012 Application Forms may be downloaded on the website: www.ntcommunitiesfoundation.com Or by Phoning:250-674-3998; Fax 250-674-3538 or e-mail at hazelwadlegger@hotmail.com You can also contact other Foundation Members as well. Hazel Wadlegger Grant Committee Chair North Thompson Communities Foundation

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It’s revealing to put a number on the heart benefits of exercising. There was a “study of studies” done recently on the amount of exercise needed to benefit the heart. That number is 150 minutes per week. This resulted in a 15% reduction in heart attacks. Couch potatoes who started to exercise benefitted most. It’s important to check with your doctor before starting an exercise program. Breastfeeding a newborn infant has many positive effects on the baby and the mother. One new idea being investigated is that breastfed babies have less of a chance of becoming obese. The link between obesity and breastfeeding isn’t totally proven, but it may be another incentive to breastfeed for at least 6 months. Nine out of ten foot operations are performed on women. The cause of the foot problems is primarily the type of shoes women wear. These foot problems include bunions, hammertoes, and neuromas (swelling of a foot nerve due to tight-fitting shoes). Sometimes, just changing to a roomier shoe will relieve the discomfort. It may be hard to choose between comfort and style, but your feet will be happy. Our kidneys are marvellous. They filter all the blood in our bodies (7-8 litres) about 20-25 times each day. That’s 180 litres each day. Besides removing waste products from our body, they provide materials that regulate blood pressure, stimulate red blood cell production and help maintain good bone health. Looking for a new pharmacy? Come and see us. We are a great alternative.

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324 Harby Road $549,900 Custom log hm-2 acres, view of Dutch Lk. Decks on 2 sides. Lrg foyer, heated flrs & lrg lvng rm. Delx ktch fir cab, granite CT, BI appl & WI pantry. Loft, lux. master w/BI dressers, jetted tub. 2bdrm bsmt suite & lrg family rm & more 956 Barber Road $489,900 - NEW 24 acre w/log home. Sky lights & views. Full suite. Wood accents. 1 bdrm bsmt suite & cabin on the property (rented). Veranda, Several buildings + horse stables, tack room & hay barn. Fenced and Xfenced. 549 Fawn Road $425,000 Double lot, w/view of Dutch lk. HW flooring. Newer cabinets. 2 bdrms on the main & 1 in basement w/mstr upstairs w/ensuite. Hot tub, pool & shop 24x30. Several decks covered & open on quiet subdivision 1950 Old N Thompson Hwy. $399,900 3 bdrm mdlr open, pellet stove, garage, 24x40 shop, 100 acres. Pasture, wet lands & hay field. IG pool w/cement deck. + older log cabin on approx 7 acres. 5289 Clearwater Valley Rd $349,900 - NEW PRICE Custom 10 acres near park. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, HW floors, high end appl, Covered veranda & 12x32 deck w/view. Guest house, sauna, steam rm, certified WS 227 Blair Place $349,000 Clw Estates w/mntn view & UG services. Modern & well built. Open plan, finished bsmnt, HW, berber carpets & more. 2 decks, lndscp, garden & fenced. Garage & hardy plank trim. 226 Blair Place $319,000 - NEW 3 bdrm, 2 baths & WI closets. AC, vacuum & UG sprklr. Oak kitchen, pantry, heated tile floor. Open plan. Fully fenced & lndscpd. Covered deck, open patio & view. 420 Ritchie Road $299,900 3bd 2bath on 0.42 acres w/UG sprklr. Bright, sunny kitchen, all appliances & central vac. 12x16 shop, wood shed & 2nd drive. This property is just minutes from town. 436 Riverside Road $269,900 108126 - NEW 1 acre waterfront on the NT River. Well maintained open plan w/updated kitchen. Upgrades incld laminate, HW tank, vinyl windows & paint. New shop, lndspd & fully fenced front yard.

3156 Vavenby Bridge Road $258,000 Well built. Upgrades incld heat pump w/2 overhead units, 1 for home & 1 one for suite, new wett inspected WS, R50 insulation, flooring & more. 2 bdrm suite & bsmnt. .77 acre, lrg shop & kennel 231 Blair Place, $249,900 - NEW .56 acre lot w/UG utilities. Mountain view & close to amenities. Lrg living rm w/woodstove. Kit has a lot of cupboards & a bay window in the dining rm. A double garage. 3 bdrm + den on a full basement 38 Lakeview Road $249,900 - NEW Reno’d 1 block from Dutch Lake on full bsmnt w/new roof . New cabinets & stainless appl incl. 15 ml lam. HW. Upgraded baths w/modern fixtures. Storage shed/shop in a fenced bkyd. Close to all amenities. 1031 Raft River Road $239,900. 108419 - NEW Well maintained lrg lot. Ensuite, & WI closet. HW flooring, oil furnace w/new WETT approved WS back up. Private & fenced yrd. A 24.41 shop/garage w/11x18 loft office, 12’ overhead door & 7’ shop door. 23 Lodge Drive $239,900 108347 - NEW Walking distance to downtown, well maintained. Garage, RV cover, woodshed & lrg deck. Open plan home w/wood accents. Crafted cabinets & newer counters. 4 bdrms & 3 baths. The basement w/bdrm, bath, family room, cold room & storage. The home is move in ready. 245 Phillips Road $239,000 - NEW PRICE Renod w/kitchen, tile & wood floor, windows, propane FP, elec back up. 1acre w/lrg deck, RV storage, 1 car garage, garden boxes & more. The front garage w/divided storage area & tiled office area. Shows like new. 3141 HUNDSBEDT ROAD $229,900 6 bdrm home 3.1 acres 2 shops 20x24 fruit trees, private setting. Many upgrades. New furnace and oil tank. 328 RIVERVIEW CRES. $214,800 Dutch Lake subd., .38 ac lot.Open, spacious & upgraded. New flooring, soaker tub, wood stove. Outside entry office. Fenced & front has a circle paved driveway. 145 NORFOLK ROAD 108461 $209,000 - NEW 3 bdrm. w/oak cabinets, , lrg dining. Private deck & gardens. Near amenities. Lam. flooring & fresh paint. Mnt. view, motivated offering a cash back $2000 upon completion.

1210 Hern Road $185,000 Updated 4 bdrm on a.5 acre in Blackpool. New cabinets, laminate, windows & reno’d baths & lighting. Fenced w/47x12 workshop & garage. 424 Riverside Road $145,000 Located in Vavenby w/tons to offer. Solid home w/2bdrs up & 1 down, lrg family rm & great heating. Walking distance to the store and post office and has a view. 2354 Petrol Road $129,000 Lot w/mnt view, private w/little traffic. New shingles & paint. Open plan w/wood features, tile & lam. flooring. WStove. Lrg studio 9x23. Great for a young family. Garden space & boxes. Bareland strata $100/mnth. 169 Wood Road $129,900 Vavenby, close to amenities. Private yrd w/mntain view. Recent metal roof & vinyl siding. Updates incld countertops, laminate, paint, elect. & heating. Vendor is a Realtor. 352 Ruby Road &124,900 .5+ acre overlooking the NT River. Quiet area on CDS. 12x20 workshop, 24x30 2 bay RV storage & more. Great starter or retirement in Vavenby. 429 Wildwood Road $129,000 Centre of Clearwater. Upgrades: secondary metal roof, counters, sink, laminate, carpet & paint. Newer propane frun., has winter pkg. Grge, shed & part fenced. 1177 Traub Rd $99,900 Located in Blackpool w/view of the mountains. Lrg lot w/log cabin,lrg gardens & lots of privacy. Covered home w/free standing metal roof. 86 Blanchard Road $80,000 Lrg lot. Metal roof over the home, deck & storage. Newer cabinets, counter & appl. Recent paint, laminate & HE wood stove. .41 acres. 289 Vavenby Bridge Road $60,000 Vavenby, this 4 bdrm home is close to amenities & recreation. Court Order: 46069, being sold “AS IS” and Schedule “A” applies. #5 – 851 Old N Thompson Hwy $49,000 - NEW PRICE Well maintained newer mobile. 3 bdrms & a cozy kitchen, laundry & spacious back entrance. A small deck at the back allows for enjoying the summer evenings.

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257 Glen Road $379,000 - NEW PRICE Commercial mall & hall w/permit for 160 seating available. Commercial kitchen, storage & fenced yard. Presently has 2 tenants FT & 1 PT & 1 avail. Willing to discuss all options. 24 hrs notice 6176 Trout Creek Rd 142 acres, ranch, Mill, woodlot & 35 acres peat moss bog. Close to Wells Gray Park. 3 level dove tailed cedar log home to lock up & sm log home w/ several cabins. Trout Creek (w/water license) & lake. Approx 35 head of cattle. CAN BE NEGOTIATED WITHOUT THE SAWMILL, WOULD BE REMOVED FROM PROPERTY

LOTS AND ACRES Lot 2 Galliano Road $89,900 3.6 acres, Land can be subdivided zoned R2. 1745 Birch Island Lost Creek Rd $319,000 1+ km of riverfront, pasture 908 Clw Village Rd $38,000 New septic. Hydro & ph. at lot line. - NEW PRICE Lot A Trout Crk $139,900 13+acre well & septic 5233 Clw Valley Rd $164,900 30acres Subdiv. 1952 Dunn Lake Rd $40,000 1 acre 1485 Davy Rd $50,000 1.26 acre. 193 Ogden Road $60,000 .71acres corner lot Sunshine Valley SOLD

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4797 Gibbs Rd. • 4 bed, 3 bath MLS104350 $285,000 NEW.PRICE 4689 Birch Lane • 3bd 2 bath MLS 105180 $249,900 NEW.PRICE

4743 Birch Lane • SXS Duplex 3 bdrm 2 bath MLS 106334 $459,900

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4776 Spruce Cres • 2bd 2bath, geothermal MLS102388 $429,900

503 McLean Rd • 3bdrm & den, 3baths, family home w/potential for inlaw suite. MLS106174 $259,500

4811 Spruce Cres. • 2bdrm, 2bath, Geo heat, MLS106545 $395,000 538 Oriole Way MLS107873 Exec. 1676sqft 2bed 2bath main, Full basement w/office. Inlaw potential $369,000 NEW 494 Oriole Way MLS 108491 Spacious & Pristine Quality 2152sqft 3bdrm, 2baths $369,000 NEW 4809 Spurce Cres • MLS 106586 Tasteful Rancher at RiverWalk. Developer to pay closing cost. $355,000 NEW.PRICE 1796 Pinegrove, McLure. MLS108261• 3900sqft, 4+1 bdrm, 4 bath Capecod on lndscp & fenced acre $349,000 NEW 470 Oriole • MLS 101022 Reno’d $289,500 NEW.PRICE

495 Barkley MLS 108361 Immaculate 1528sqft, 3 bed, 2 baths .80 acre $244,900 NEW 4789 Birch Lane • Newly Built 1191sf 2 Bed, 2 Bath 1/2 Duplex MLS 106102 $240,000 366 Stains Rd • .94 acre, 3 bed 2 bath MLS104300 $236,500

www.karinascott.com 5416 Agate Road • Lake front lease MLS101339 $185,500 BUYER.INCENTIVE.2012 LEASE.PAID.BY.VENDOR 584 Barkley Rd • 3 bed 2 bath MLS 100926 $179,500 4752 Spruce Cres. • MLS 106614 Unfin at RiverWalk. Developer pay closing cost $175,000 4615 Airfield Rd MLS108327 Starter/retirement 2bdrm 1bath .68 acre. Near amenities $135,000 NEW

Heights. heat pump heating &cooling pump syst. $105,900 NEW

2708 Barriere Lks Rd • 22.3acres river front MLS 104163 $449,000

3-4428 Barriere Twn Rd • 1yr 2bed 2bath MLS106061 $92,500 will consider trades in Kamloops

693 Stone Rd Louis Cr • MLS106433 1510sf 3bdrm,3bath 2acres $379,000

26-4510 Power Rd • 2 bed 2 bath MLS 102323 $97,000

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17-4510 Power Rd MLS 108409 Pristine 1188sqft, 3bed,1bath dble wide $159,000 NEW

3020 Lemieux Crk MLS 108406 Paradise w/2 pristine lakes. 160 acres & 1885 sqft home $985,000

41-4454 Barriere Town Rd • 2 bed 2 bath MLS105108 $134,900

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566 McLean Rd MLS 106378 1344sf 3bd, 2bath $229,900

368 Agate Bay Road • Custom 10 acres w/cottage MLS 85915 $674,900

4809 Dunn Lake MLS 108358 1176sqft, 3 bdrm 1 bath interior facelift & energy efficient upgrades$199,000 NEW

752 Leonie Cr Rd • MLS88417 8.99 acres river front 3 bed 3 bath $558,860 NEW

705 Barriere Lks Rd • .5 acre with shop 2 bed 2 bath MLS105792 $192,500

6088 Barriere Lks Rd • Rancher 10 usable Acres MLS 103196 455,000

6041 Creekside road (to new) 1700+sf log home on 10+ acres near Rec Lakes $537,000.

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3 Summer Road MLS 102858 1350sf mobile on large 70x100 corner pad. $124,900 NEW

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#23-4510 Power Rd MLS108066 Open plan w/3 bdrms, 2 baths, heat pump heating &cooling pump syst. $97,000 NEW 27-4510 Power Rd • 2 bed 2 bath MLS 100957 $79,000 15 -4626 Summer Rd • 2 bed 1 bath MLS 106137 $28,000

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Red-breasted arrival The ﬁrst robin of the year reported to the Times checks for things to eat. It was doing its search next to a snowbank on the lawn in front of Clearwater Glass last Monday afternoon. Photo by Keith McNeill

Students get more than just loans to help gain job skills Times Staff Recently, the provincial government’s loan forgiveness program helped out a single mom with two children. She graduated from Thompson Rivers University with a degree in nursing and a B.C. student loan of nearly $48,000. With help from the Loan Reduction program, her loan was reduced to $45,000, but because she was working as a registered nurse in a community that needed more nurses, her loan was reduced to $0 over three years. Each year, thousands of B.C. students enroll in classes at post-secondary institutions all over the province with programs ranging from trades and technology training to bio-medical engineering and research. To help pay for their education, many will choose to access some form of financial assistance: scholarships, bursaries, help from family or parents, or a government-sponsored student loan. In addition to paying the interest on students’ loans until they’ve finished school, taxpayers also help through the Province’s loan-reduction and loan-forgiveness programs. These two programs are designed to help students who finish their studies by reducing or forgiving their loans - and making it easier for graduates to get out of debt faster. The loan reduction program offers a financial incentive for students to complete their studies, with reductions automatically applied to their loans. Last year, approximately 21,000 B.C. students were able to benefit from $38.5 million in loan reductions. These benefits multiply when students choose in-demand, skilled professions - such as nurse, nurse practitioner, midwife or occupational therapist - and agree to work in under-served communities for up to three years. In this situation, B.C.’s loan forgiveness program will forgive 33 per cent of their student loans each year they work in the community. More than 300 B.C. students received $2 million through the BC Loan Forgiveness program last year. To learn more, got to StudentAid BC: www. aved.gov.bc.ca/studentaidbc/

“The North Thompson/Wells Gray herd remains threatened, as do mountain caribou throughout their range,” says Brennan Clarke, spokesperson for the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. Clarke was responding to questions raised in a letter to the editor from Yellowhead Ecological Association that ran in our Feb. 27 issue. The letter, under the head “Caribou population threatened with decline,” charged that regulations put in place to protect mountain caribou in B.C. were inadequate and not being enforced. “This government is committed to rebuilding mountain caribou numbers to pre-1995 levels of more than 2,500 animals by 2027. The current estimate is around 1,700 individuals,” Clarke said. “We are addressing this issue with the Mountain Caribou Recovery Implementation Plan, a long term strategy that supports the recovery of this herd and many others.” Part of the strategy has involved setting up Ungulate Winter Ranges (UWRs). These are areas where ungulates (deer, moose, elk, caribou, sheep, goats) spend the winter months. These areas are chosen based on the advice of professional biologists who assess the desired habitat conditions for each species. The province has protected 2.2 mil-

Mountain caribou gather on a helicopter skiing pick-up point near Blue River. Local populations remain Photo courtesy of Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing threatened, according to the provincial government. lion hectares of highsuitability mountain caribou habitat. Roadbuilding and logging are now prohibited in these areas. In February 2010 the province signed 12 stewardship management agreements (SMAs) with individual snowmobile clubs. “Because of the SMAs’ proximity to nearby caribou habitat, the clubs are required to stay out of nearby closed areas, report the amount of snowmobile use and record any encounters with caribou. These requirements are reviewed annually to ensure compliance,” Clarke said. More than one million hectares of historic caribou habitat remains closed to recreational snowmobile use, said

the ministry spokesperson. Clarke did not accept a charge in the letter that Worksafe BC regulations regarding avalanche safety was keeping conservation officers and others from enforcing regulations in the backcountry. “No, there is no deficiency in monitoring and enforcement due to WorkSafe BC avalanche safety regulations,” he said. “Monitoring and enforcement of restricted caribou habitat and SMAs is done almost entirely by aerial surveillance and is not affected by the new regulations. Conservation officers also patrol parking lots and staging areas near these restricted areas.” Clarke also pointed out that 21 per cent of current mountain

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caribou herd areas are within provincial or federal parks. An additional 48 per cent of current mountain caribou herd areas are being managed for mountain caribou recovery and maintenance, which may include partial or no forest harvesting areas as well as maintaining habitat to allow animals to move between herd areas. Approximately 95 per cent of the core winter range is being

managed to protect habitat. Government has suspended the issuance of new commercial recreation tenures over 23 per cent of existing mountain caribou herd areas. The spokesperson noted that the caribou recovery strategy also includes the recent transfer of 19 radiocollared animals from a donor herd near Dease Lake to the threatened Purcells-South herd in the Kootenay region.

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mountain caribou created a good deal of comment on the Internet from snowmobilers. “I thought, overall, it was a pretty good article, but I’m not surprised there was a reaction,” said Bill Karas, president of Blue River Powder Packers snowmobile club. “There’s a bit of history there and sensitive feelings.” The article told about efforts at Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing to monitor and control heliskiing’s negative effects on mountain caribou. It reported an alleged incident in which a group of eight to 10 snowmobilers went past a sign into area closed to snowmobiling. It quoted Mike Wiegele as saying the situation with snowmobilers was getting worse, not better. Karas did not question that the incident likely happened as described, but pointed out that such a group would only be a tiny percentage of the hundreds of snowmobilers that use

the mountains around Valemount and Blue River every winter. “It’s like driving on the highway,” he said. “You are always going to get those who have to drive at 140 km/hr.” In fact, the reports he gets from staff with the Ministry of Environment are that they are pleased with the overall level of compliance by snowmobilers, and that level is constantly improving, said the Powder Packer president. “We have wonderful relations with all the ministries, and we’d like to feel we have good relations with Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing and Canadian Mountain Holidays,” he said. “Our relations with the heli-ski companies have never been better. Conflicts over the past few years have been next to zero.” Education is the key, Karas felt. Most snowmobilers make an effort to learn about an area

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Members of Blue River Powder Packers have spent hundreds of hours posting signs at various locations, including the alpine, to let sledders know where to go and where to avoid. Karas noted they are all volunteers, although they do get some government assistance for certain projects. Enforcement is a job for conservation officers and the RCMP, he said. “It is difficult to enforce,” Karas admitted. “It’s a vast area and resources are tight.” Club members monitor compliance by looking at tracks when they are out in the backcountry. They report any blatant violations but they have no power to ask

people their names and it is difficult to identify individual snowmobiles. Working with government to develop wildlife management plans has been a great mechanism to pull the various stakeholder groups together, the Powder Packer president said. While relations might have been difficult several years ago, the situation is much better today. Working collaboratively has opened up snowmobiling as a big economic driver for the community, he said. Karas, who also owns the Glacier Mountain Lodge in Blue River, said nearly all the tourist-based businesses there would be in much more difficult circumstances if it weren’t for snowmobiling. “The economic impact in Blue River is huge,” he said. “You can’t survive on a threemonth season in the summer.” Maintaining a diversified winter tourism industry means more secure jobs, which in turn helps maintain vital community services, such as Blue River School. “It’s a work in progress,” he said of the snowmobiling industry. “It’s ever-evolving, but I think it’s well managed and works very well.”

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Cosmic comments heard while cruising around “Have passports and boarding passes ready!” Clutching the folder that always holds such things, we forged ahead confidently until the time came to show them. The folder was empty! “Hang on a bit,” we stuttered, heading for a nearby counter for a deeper search. No worries; they were tucked in elsewhere. Whew! “Enjoy your afternoon,” said the man at the final station before we boarded the ship. “You too,” I responded, “and we’ll try to remember that you’ll be doing your vacuuming as we sail away.” A hundred and more dolphins saw us off.... A nice lady from North Vancouver and I were cycling in the exercise room. “When my husband died,” she told me, “the doctor said ‘Don’t hide yourself away and give up your friends.’” I said to him, “Why should I do that? They aren’t dead!” Before “walking the deck for the cure” a moment of silence spoke volumes: “We have all been affected by cancer in some ways,” the attendant had stated. We enjoyed many informative lectures given by both the ship’s naturalist and the cruise director, but the garrulous cruise director won the toss for best cosmic comment.

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Enforcement streamlined for natural resource acts Elderly drivers offered road test option Tom Fletcher, Black Press resulting in better on-the-ground coverage Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations VICTORIA - The Natural Resource Compliance Act, introduced in fall 2011, is now in effect, making it easier for compliance and enforcement officers to hold offenders accountable for violating natural resource legislation. “The Natural Resource Compliance Act builds on government’s vision of an integrated approach to landbased management and expands the work we’ve already done to streamline our inspection and enforcement procedures,” said Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Steve Thomson. “Natural resource officers can now enforce a wider range of regulations and improve our response in the field.” The act establishes a new designation - natural resource officer - and autho-

rizes ministry personnel to enforce a broader range of legislation across the natural resource sector. Compliance and enforcement officers can enforce only those acts that they are specifically designated to uphold, but now there is a single, streamlined process for making those designations. Implementing this singledesignation process means that staff will be able to take action more quickly and efficiently to deal with violations that span more than one natural resource act. A single natural resource officer can now respond to such incidents, instead of the three or four staff that may have been required previously. Officials from other areas of government, such as BC Parks staff, will also be able to assist in enforcing Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations legislation, resulting in better onthe-ground coverage. Concurrently, amendments have been made to the Special Accounts Appropriation and

Control Act and the environmental remediation subaccount. These changes make it easier for ministry staff to allocate funding for complex investigations or cover environmental remediation costs for infractions in the natural resource sector. The Natural Resource Compliance Act applies to identified acts in the natural resource sector, such as the Forest and Range Practices Act, the Forest Act, the Wildfire Act, the Wildlife Act, the Park Act and the Water Act. Additional acts may be added over time. The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations currently has 172 compliance and enforcement officers, of which 155 are dedicated to carrying out inspections and investigations. More than 11,000 inspections are completed each year, covering various provisions within the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations’ mandate.

Drivers more than 80 years old who fail a computerized test of their mental ability will now be offered a road test before they have to surrender their licences. Attorney General Shirley Bond announced the road test option Monday after complaints from people who lost their driving privileges based on a computer test called DriveABLE. Some elderly people with little computer experience found the touch-screen tests of cognitive ability to be unfamiliar and unfair way to test them. The DriveABLE test has is administered on referral from doctors who detect cognitive impairment in patients that may affect their driving. Bond said those who failed the on-screen test in the past six months will be offered a free road test, using a test car with dual brakes. Those who failed more than six months ago have to see their doctor before being reassessed. NDP public safety critic Kathy Corrigan was surprised to hear that the DriveABLE program is now being “peer reviewed,” a step that she said the government should have taken before the service was contracted for B.C. Corrigan said the road test option is a step in the right direction, but details of that haven’t been made public yet. Bond also announced that a new DriveABLE assessment centre will be opened in Cranbrook, making 18 locations in B.C. A

Shirley Bond new mobile service is also in the works, so people in rural areas don’t have to travel as far to be tested. The DriveABLE test uses a terminal with a touch screen to measure mental abilities. In the first stage, the driver holds down a button until a shape appears on either the left of right side of the screen. The subject has to release the button and touch the shape as quickly as possible, to test reaction time and accuracy of movement. Another stage tests ability to notice changes at the edge of the field of vision, simulating pedestrians and traffic signs. The test subject must make a decision about a word in the centre of the screen, and also report the location of a target that appears at the same time in a different area of the screen.

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Required Immediately. Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician for Vernon Dealership. Our Heavy Equipment Technicians maintain, repair and rebuild heavy equipment at our shop and in the field in a safe, efficient and capable manner. Qualifications required: Journeyman certification. Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety. Able to meet the physical demands of a Heavy Equipment Technician. Working knowledge of computers. Experience in the Forestry and construction Industry. Woodland Equipment Inc offers excellent wage compensation, extended health benefits. On-going industry training and year round employment. We are one of the largest Hyundai dealers in Canada and believe our continued growth is a result of our highly skilled and engaged employees who deliver excellence in the Workplace. Come join our team in sunny and warm Vernon, where you will be appreciated, love our climate and enjoy all our outdoor activities. Please forward your resume via email to rgilroy@woodland equip.com. No phone calls please.

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Clearwater Dental Clinic requires a CDA or DA Level 1 to cover a maternity leave position and a FT Registered Dental Hygienist. Drop off resume at Clearwater Medical/Dental Clinic or fax: 250-674-2225.

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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

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Help Wanted Accounting Technician / Office Manager (permanent). Joanne Ovenden CA, Clearwater, BC Responsible manager needed for busy accounting office. Exp: certificate or diploma in accounting or related field and at least 3 years exp. Key responsibilities: management of all aspects of bookkeeping (incl payroll, HST, reconciliations and journal entries), preparation of financial statements, financial reports, statistical analysis and tax returns. Essential skills are decision making, independent self organization, working under pressure, positive attitude, an enquiring mind and excellent customer service. IT knowledge should incl Quickbooks, Caseware, Excel, Profile and Word. Wage range: $20-23/hr, 4 % vacation pay. Avg 35 hrs/wk plus weekends Feb-May. Email resume to info@joanneovenden.ca

F/T customer service (inside sales) person. Must have retail experience. Building & hardware experience a plus; F/T customer service (outside sales) person. Retail bldg & hardware exp a must, mechanical/small engine knowledge an asset. Applicants must be motivated and team players. No phone calls please. Drop off resume to Box D c/o The Times, #14-74 Young Rd, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N2

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ADVENTURE STARTS HERE! The District requires a dynamic leader to join their management team as Superintendent of Public Works. The Superintendent of Public Works exercises a high degree of initiative, judgment and authority; and is responsible for the management of water distribution system; sanitary sewer; facilities; maintenance of roads; community parks and cemetery. The individual must be enthusiastic and highly motivated with the ability to work in a challenging, fast paced organizational environment. The Superintendent will report to the Chief Administrative Officer, provide support to the management team in strategic planning, departmental budgeting and monitoring, risk management, and will advise the Chief Administrative Officer on all matters pertaining to the department. The successful candidate will have proven leadership and organizational skills, and will maintain effective working relationships with staff, citizens, businesses, regional and neighbouring local governments, and other agencies and organizations. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of Municipal Government; including Tenders, RFPs, and grant submissions, with a demonstrable combination of education and experience in municipal infrastructure, maintenance and safety practices. Educational requirements include: a Diploma or Certificate in Civil Engineering, certification in wastewater treatment, water treatment and water distribution, computer proficiency with Microsoft Office is a must, as is a valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's Licence. Experience in middle management level is required and Project Management is a definite asset. For further information please contact Leslie Groulx, Chief Administrative Officer at 250-6742257 or by email at lgroulx@docbc.ca. The District offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, a supportive work environment and supports continued career and professional development. Qualified applicants are invited to send their resumes including references and covering letter by 4:00 p.m. on April 2nd, 2012 ATTN: Leslie Groulx, Chief Administrative Officer District of Clearwater Box 157, 132 Station Road Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0 Fax: 250-674-2173 Email: admin@docbc.ca

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Heavy Duty Mechanic Sunny Okanagan. Required for maintenance & repairs of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems, & diesel 2 & 4 stroke engines. For details or to apply: e-mail hr@nor-val.com

DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Journeymen Carpenters and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Carpenters must have experience with installation of footing forms, slab on grade forms, build and install wall, column and elevated horizontal forms. Ability to layout work, off supplied control lines. And the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

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HHDI RECRUITING is hiring on behalf of Baker Hughes Baker Hughes Alberta based oilďŹ eld services company is currently hiring;

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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 Licensed Autobody Repair person required for busy autobody repair shop. Windshield replacement & heavy truck experience an asset but not necessary. $25-$29./hr ďŹ&#x201A;at rate depending on experience. Fax resume to 250-265-4022 or e-mail to kimkus@telus.net or call Kimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kustoms Nakusp B.C. 250-265-4012. SOUTH ROCK has positions for road construction workers, BASE - heavy equipment operators (Finish Grader Op). Asphalt - (paver, roller, screed, raker). Heavy Duty Mechanic (service truck). General labourers. Forward resume to: careers@southrock.ca. Fax 403-568-1327; www.southrock.ca. T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive beneďŹ t package and applicant must possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502. Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com

DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Laborers and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Laborers will possess competency in assisting on the installation of all types of formwork, performing general labor work and placing concrete. Have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

Work Wanted Clearwater: Attn low income seniors & persons w/handicaps. New HAFI program by BC Housing funds up to $20,000 to make modiďŹ cations to your home. (Replaces the RRAP program). Renovations, additions, new construction & home repairs. 41 yrs. exp. in residential construction. Call Hans Ounpuu 250-674-3875 Pet sitting available. Are you looking for a little TLC for your pet while you are on vacation? Please call Keiran and Kaydn Jones at 250-674-3051. References available.

Services

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Fitness/Exercise Elliptical Trainer Canadian Tire Cardio Style ET150 in very good condition. Will trade for treadmill in good condition. Call 250-319-8023.

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Medical/Dental Dental Assistant required Reply to Dr. Harvey Thompson, #22-665 Front St., Quesnel, BC V2J5J5. 250-992-3771

Trades, Technical WELDERS/FITTERS required for busy Edmonton structural steel shop. Top compensation, full beneďŹ ts, indoor heated work, relocation assistance. Fax resume: 780-939-2181 or careers@garweld.com.

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Pets & Livestock

Equestrian For Use or Purchase Therapy animals Friendly horses, one donkey and a mule. To take home or leave at our farm. These animals are well kept, but want more TLC. Call 250-674-2449

Feed & Hay

photographer? Portraits, weddings, special events, pet portraits, commercial. Affordable memories that last a lifetime. Seniors rates. Book now avoid & disappointment. Sorry no passport photos Jill Hayward 250-319-8023/250-672-0055

PHOTOS

by Keith McNeill Digital and ďŹ lm photographs. Phone 250-674-3252 or email:kmcneill@mercuryspeed.com

Business/OfďŹ ce Service DENIED CANADA Pension plan disability beneďŹ ts? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca

Livestock

Good Dog Obedience Spring Classes Starting in April! Basic Obedience - A 6 week course in good manners & canine behaviour begins Tuesday, April 3, 7pm at the Fall Fair Hall in Barriere for all dogs at least 6 months old & up. Cost $100. Novice Class - Six weeks of fun as we take you & your dog to the next level of obedient behaviour. Participants must have successfully completed a previous basic obedience course to qualify. Class starts on Sunday, April 15, 11am Cost $100. To register or for more information contact Jill Hayward at 250-319-8023

Poultry Laying hens for sale. Phone 250-587-6807

Merchandise for Sale

Auctions

Clearwater Computers is your neighborhood computer store & repair outlet; all makes & models. We offer new and used computers. Other services incl: 15Mb unlimited ADSL, Unlimited dial-up Internet, 2.9 cents a minute long distance, Unlimited webhosting, Online backup, Domain management, color photocopying, faxing and more:) Located at #6 W Old NT Hwy, (beside Supersave Gas). Ph 250-674-1032

HUGE RANCH & Farm Equipment Auction. Saturday April 14, 11am for Allan Smashnuk at 6188 Vla Road, Chase BC, Tractors, Haying Equipment, Livestock Equipment, Welding Equipment, etc. Phone: BC Livestock (250)573-3939 Restaurant Auction â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Chopped Leafâ&#x20AC;? Newer quality equip. Apr 5th @ 6pm 243 Bernard Ave Kelowna. (250)545-3259, View photo at doddsauction.com Unreserved Auction, May 5, 10am. 748 Barriere Lakes Rd. Consignments welcome. Call 672-9809. Over 1000 lots.

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A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cabsâ&#x20AC;?20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122;53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

ROOM for rent 8 km from the Sun Peaks turn off, lots of parking and beautiful river view. $490/mo. Call 250-5780234 or e-mail to ljmoore1253@yahoo.ca

Suites, Lower Clearwater: 1 bdrm suite located on Clearwater River. Complete kit with F/S. Rent incl util & wireless internet. Avail April 1. NS. NP. $550/mo Ph for appoint to view 250-674-3275.

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Round bales. 50/50 alf, orch grass. $35 bale; over 10 bales $30. 2nd cut haylage bales, top qual feed, $40 bale. Ph. 250-677-4427 lve msg

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Pets

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Room & Board

Hay for sale: Square bales $6, over 100 $5.50/each. Round bale: 1st cut $60, 2nd cut $65. Delivery available. 250-672-9319

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Photography / Video

Spacious 3 bdrm home on 1/2 acre in Vavenby. Forced air oil heat. Avail immed. $750/mo Call Randy 250-674-8288

Aveley Ranch Hay promotion $4/bale until Mar. 31. Ph. 250-676-9574

Ten Yearling Heifers for sale. Owner wants them gone before the green grass gets too tempting. $1100.00 each. Call 250-674-2449

Financial Services

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Kathyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewellery & Gifts Jewellery available CertiďŹ ed Scentsy consultant Product on hand To order call: 250-674-3763 Sueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewellery Repairs Since 1975 - We do it all, Retipping, Sizing, Soldering. Sue Ludtke - 250-587-6357

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. ConďŹ dential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

Art/Music/Dancing Interested in Guitar lessons? Andy Leese (Guitarist & winner Kamloops Battle of the Bands). Beginner to intermediate $30/session 250-674-2359

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Flea Markets NT Fall Fair Small Livestock & Agricultural Equipment Flea Market, 8:30am to 2pm, Apr. 21, in the Sheep Barn at the Fall Fair Grounds, in Barriere. Includes all poultry, caged birds, sheep, goats, dogs, & cats. $10 per pen w/tables if needed. Also post your large animals for sale info on our special bulletin board $2.50 per ad. Bring your own boxes. Concession on site. For info call Kelly or Clayton at 250672-9683. THIS IS NOT AN AUCTION!

Firewood/Fuel Premium Fir Pellets $225/ton Call 250-819-2944

Misc. for Sale CANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

Lots Level building lots on Oriole Way, Barriere. Your choice Lot 2 or Lot 8. Featuring well maintained street, close to high school & downtown. Asking $72,900 w/complete septic system, and $59,900 without septic. Conventional built housing only. 250-587-6151. Visit our website: itec-ent.com

Other Areas

STEEL BUILDINGS For all uses! Spring deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands now! Call for free Brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

NAPLES FLORIDA Area! Bank Acquired Condos Only $169,900. Same unit sold for $428,895. Own your brand new condo for pennies on the dollar in warm, sunny SW Florida! Walk to over 20 restaurants/100 shops! Must see. Ask about travel incentives. Call 1-866-959-2825, ext 15. www.coconutpointcondos.com

Misc. Wanted

Rentals

Headache Rack for full size Dodge pickup. 250-672-5805 Used Postage Stamps

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Support International Scouting by donating used stamps which are sorted & sold to raise money for the International Development Fund of the International Scout & Guide Fellowship. This fund pays for training for Scouters in the third world. Drop stamps off at front counter of the Star/Journal in Barriere, or call Margaret at (250)672-9330.

Wanted to buy small, inexpensive car for summer job at Clearwater Lk. 250-674-2327.

Real Estate For Sale By Owner 5 BDRM HOME IN TELKWA FOR SALE 3200 sq ft, 4 bath, includes washer & dryer, fridge & stove, dishwasher hot tub, natural gas, contact 250-845-3315 Thompson Crossing Manufactured Housing Development Older Safeway manuf home, CSA cert. Rental purchase option. Home and addition all for $19,000. Below assessed value. Home ultimately must be moved - price incl move & blocking to your location within 100 km. Ask us about the BC 1st time new home buyers bonus ($7,500). View the new home currently on display. Kindly refer to our website: itec-ent.com or call 250-587-6151

Barriere: fully self contained recent reno. 1bdrm app 4 rent. 10 min from town. Incl sundeck, heat, hydro , satelite tv, washer. NS/NP/Ref. $525/mo. Avail immed. (250)672-9241 Cute well-maintained 2-bdrm apt. Own entrance close to town. Avail. April 15. $600/mo + util. Call Julie 250-674-0188. PRICE REDUCED, 2 bed suite in 55+ RiverBend Seniors Community, Kamloops, $1950/m, spacious, welcoming, wheelchair friendly. Avail. i m m e d i a t e l y . catherine_steele@hotmail.com 1-604-408-1023 (Vancouver)

Mobile Homes & Pads Two bdrm trailer, oil heat, F/S, $400/month + DD. 250-2755.

Homes for Rent Clearwater: 3 bdrm house w/dbl carport & shop avail to rent this Spring. Close to Raft River Elem School, Clearwater Secondary School & hospital. Ph. 250-674-2449 Clearwater. 4-bedroom house, fenced yard. Available April 1. DD & Ref. required. $950/mo. 250-587-6317. Clearwater: Manuf hm in Thompson Crossing Manufactured Housing Development. Features 2 bdrm, l/rm tip out, f/rm, screened porch, carport, f/s, w/d, $625/mo. 250-5876151 CLTR-2 brm House/Acre-Furnished. Shed and Carport 900/m + Util. NS, Ref Req. Avail now. Sheila 250-6740077, skoroll@telus.net.

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Cars - Sports & Imports ATTENTION COLLECTORS 1980 CAMARO, only 50,000 K on reblt punched 305 eng. 3 spd. Needs some body work. For more info. 1-250-5239762. (Logan Lake)

Recreational/Sale 1999 25ft Tahoe Transport, toy hauler, new condition. Sleeps up to 6 people, sport package w/easy fold down rear ramp, lots of room; carries up to 4 quads or WHY. Roof AC, stereo/CD, microwave, full fridge/freezer, stove/oven. Full bath w/tub/shower. Lots of storage, no leaks & never has. Outdoor power outlets & lrg awning. (250)819-0867 $10,000 OBO

Scrap Car Removal SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

North Thompson Times Monday, March 26, 2012

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Legal Notices MINES ACT NOTICE OF PROPOSED SAND AND GRAVEL Take notice that Warren MacLennan of MacLennan Mines has ﬁled with the Chief Inspector of Mines pursuant to Section 10(1) of the Mines Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 293, a proposed mine plan together with a program for the protection and reclamation of the land and water courses related to the proposed Sand & Gravel Pit located at: McMurphy, DL: 3076 KDYD, 11 km on Homestead Road. Any person affected by or interested in this program has 30 days to make written representation to the Chief Inspector of Mines, Ministry of Energy and Mines, South Central Region, 441 Columbia St., Kamloops, B.C., V2C 2T3. A copy of the proposal is available for viewing at 1154 E. Yellowhead Hwy, Clearwater, B.C.

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Notice to Creditors and Others Re: the Estate of ERIC LEEMING NORTH, deceased, formerly of Post Ofﬁce Box 358, Barriere, BC,V0E 1E0. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Eric Leeming North are hereby notiﬁed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executrix, SUSAN NORTH, c/o Epp Cates Oien, 300, 125 4th Ave., Kamloops, BC V2C 3N3 on or before May 10, 2012, after which date the Executrix will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executrix then has notice.

5403965 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE Application for a Permit to Discharge Waste Under The Provisions of the Environmental Management Act. We, Selkirk Metals Corp., 200-580 Hornby St., Vancouver, BC, V6C 3B6 intend to submit this application to the Director to authorize the discharge of effluent from an underground exploration project decline to allow a 30 cubic metre bulk sample to be taken. This effluent will be treated before it is discharged to the Light Creek. The primary source of this discharge is groundwater that flows into the decline through geological fractures. The land upon which the facility will be situated is mineral tenure 516624, located near the end of the Oliver Creek Forestry Service Road (coordinates: 51.8°N; 118.9° W) in the upper reaches of the Oliver Creek/Upper Adams River watershed. The closest settlement is Avola, BC The maximum rate of water discharged from this facility will be 3.5 cubic metres per minute, with an average of 0.92 cubic metres per minute. The operating period for this facility will be 24 hours per day for the 2012 and 2013 summer seasons. The characteristics of the discharge are as follows: Parameter Total zinc Total lead Total cadmium Total iron Total Suspended Solids

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Minimum 14 0.684 0.005 32 10

Contact person: Jim Miller-Tait, P. Geo.

February 19– March 20

Come off it, Pisces. You made a mistake, but you didn’t do it deliberately. Give yourself a break. No one else is worked up about it, so why should you be?

April 20– May 20

May 21– June 21

Telephone No.: (604)-488-2676

Adopt a Shelter Cat! The BC SPCA cares for thousands of orphaned and abandoned cats each year. If you can give a homeless cat a second chance at happiness, please visit your local shelter today.

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In order to be considered, comments or concerns must be made in writing and either mailed, hand delivered or emailed (cascadeforest@gmail.com) by May 17, 2012. Please address comments to Brett Gunn, RPF, Cascade Forest Management Ltd., 1088 Clearwater Valley Road, Clearwater, B.C., V0E 1N1

Be positive, Aquarius. Think something will go wrong, and it most certainly will. Trust that you selected the right people and do your part.

Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that Soler Logging Ltd. of Clearwater, intends to make application to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Southern Service Region – Thompson Okanagan Service Centre, Crown Land Adjudication ofﬁce, for a Water License for the purposes of producing hydro power. This license will include one reservoir on Shannon Lake, one water intake on Shannon Creek and one water intake for the purposes of diversion on Carole Creek. These are located on Provincial Crown Land located in the vicinity of Avola B.C. The Lands File Number that has been established for this application is 3412420. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Section Head, Crown Land Adjudication at 441 Columbia St., Kamloops B.C. V2C 2T3. Comments will be received by MFLNRO until April 20, 2012. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit this pending application at our website: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/search.jsp Search Pending Applications by File Number: 3412420 Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be provided to be public upon request.

Dated this 22nd day of March, 2012.

The objective of this public viewing is to review the forest practices and performance requirements proposed for the woodlot over the 10 year period from 2012 to 2021. This information may be important as to the effects on other resources and user groups within the immediate area of the woodlot. Comments from the public will be used in consideration of modiﬁcation of the proposed plan.

March 21– April 19

Land Act:

Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed discharge of waste and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant at the address above, with a copy to the Regional Manager, Environmental Protection at 1259 Dalhousie Drive, Kamloops, V2C 5Z5. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record.

Take notice that the Woodlot License Plan #1 for Woodlot 309 held in the name of Ian Moilliet, will be available for public viewing at the ofﬁce of Cascade Forest Management Ltd. (contact Brett Gunn, RPF, 250-674-3812) and the Headwaters Forest District ofﬁce from March 17 to May 17, 2012. The woodlot is comprised of one crown land portion and several private land portions within the Clearwater area.

December 22– January 19

Maximum 145 50 0.3 1000 150

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En route from the bottom of the decline, pumped water will be settled in a series of 6 sumps to settle out larger suspended particles by the use of Applied Polymer’s ﬂoc logs 706b, a form of gel blocks of the recommended polymer, and then discharged to the environment.

Woodlot License 309 Woodlot License Plan #1

Unbelievable, Capricorn. You set a goal, you devised a plan of attack, and for the first time ever, you held fast and succeeded. This calls for a feast with all the trimmings.

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Crazier things have happened, Aries. If you want to do something, do it. Don’t let others’ underestimation of you keep you from trying something new.

Drama unfolds. Don’t get sucked in, Taurus. Plug your ears and focus on the job at hand. This is one situation that is bound to end badly.

All right, Gemini. You learned to pinch your pennies and you’re in a better situation than you have been in some time. A celebration is in order.

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June 22– July 22

Oh, Cancer. You’re such a sympathetic soul, but if you refuse to take off those blinders, you’re going to get into trouble. Pay attention and see the situation for what it really is.

Pace yourself, Libra. Move too fast and you’ll risk making a serious mistake. Move too slow, and you’ll risk losing out on the project altogether. Find September 23– a happy medium.

July 23– August 22

Looney Leo? Nah. You may feel that way sometimes, but more often than not you’re at the top of your game, and this week is no different. There is nothing out of your league.

Savvy Scorpio. You know just what to say when an opportunity arises and it’s yours for the taking. Congrats! Travel is on the agenda. Don’t say no.

August 23– September 22

Promises, promises, Virgo. You made one after another, and now it’s time to pay the piper, only you don’t have the time to commit. Fess up fast.

October 22

October 23– November 21

November 22– December 21

Use it or lose it, Sagittarius. There are many resources available. Only one of them will seal the deal. A home improvement project is put on the back burner.

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MEALS made EASY Downtown Barriere

250-672-9929 WINTER HOURS 9am - 6pm

MEAT

GROCERY

PRODUCE

SV • 750-890ML

PEDIGREE VITALITY+ • ORIGINAL OR BEEF • 2KG

CELLO WRAPPED • CALIFORNIA GROWN • #1 GRADE

OUTSIDE ROUND STEAK .............$3.89/LB

HELLMANN’S MAYO..................$3.98/EA

DOG FOOD................................ $5.98/EA

ICEBERG LETTUCE ....................... $.98/EA

CENTRE CUT • BONELESS • FAST FRY • VALUE PACK • 9.02KG

SV • 48-87G

SV • 1.4-1.5KG

MEXICAN GROWN • #1 GRADE • 2.16KG

PORK LOIN CHOPS .....................$4.09/LB

KNORR SOUP MIX .......................4/$5.00

FRISKIES CAT FOOD.................. $4.98/EA

HOT HOUSE TOMATOES..............$.98/LB

WHOLE • 1.7KG

KING SIZE • MR. BIG, WUNDERBAR OR CARAMILK • 78-90G

SOFT • 850G

CANADIAN GROWN #1

MITCHELLS HAMS.......................$9.98/EA

CADBURY CHOCOLATE BARS .....3/$3.99

PARKAY MARGARINE .................2/$5.00

LONG ENGLISH CUCUMBERS ...... $.98/EA

1/2S • BUTT OR PORTION • 4.37KG

SV • 600G

ORIGINAL OR LIGHT • 1KG

GREEN • CHILEAN GROWN • #1 GRADE • 4.37KG

RIPPLE CREEK HAMS ..................$1.98/LB

DAD’S COOKIES ...........................2/$9.00

KRAFT CHEEZ WHIZ................. $7.98/EA

SEEDLESS GRAPES ..................... $1.98/LB

BREADED • VALUE PACK • 11.22KG

QUICK RISE OR TRADITIONAL • 3 PACK

FROZEN • SV • 600G

CELLO WRAPPED • CALIFORNIA GROWN #1 • 2.16KG

FLEISCHMANN’S YEAST...............3/$4.98

WESTERN FAMILY FRUIT.......... $4.98/EA

WHITE CAULIFLOWER .................$.98/LB

1.4KG

TANGY ORIGINAL OR SMOOTH • 2.4L • + DEPOSIT

MINUTE RICE .............................$5.98/EA

SUNNY D ......................................2/$6.00

WESTERN FAMILY • IN LIGHT SYRUP OR JUICE • 284ML

DANONE ACTIVIA • SV •8X100G

MANDARIN ORANGES.............10/$10.00

MULIPACK YOGURT ....................2/$8.00

WESTERN FAMILY • 1L • + DEPOSIT

CITRUS OR PASSIONATE PEACH • CHILLED • 2.63L • + DEP.

APPLE BEVERAGE ....................10/$10.00

FIVE ALIVE BEVERAGE.................2/$7.00

WESTERN FAMILY • SV •284-398ML

FROZEN • SV • 801-931G

VEGETABLES ............................10/$10.00

DELISSIO PIZZA ........................ $6.98/EA

MARINATING • VALUE PACK • 8.58KG

PORK CUTLETS............................$5.09/LB

PITTED, MEDIUM OR EXTRA LARGE • 389ML

LINDSAY RIPE OLIVES .................2/$5.00

DELI

GOOD HOST OR NESTEA • 640-1KG

BEER SAUSAGE...................... $1.68/100G

HOT CHOCOLATE MIX ................2/$6.00

DILL HAVARTI CHEESE ......... $2.28/100G

FAMILY SIZE • SV • 525-685G

ICED TEA MIX ............................$5.98/EA WESTERN FAMILY •REG. OR MARSHMALLOW • 500G

GENERAL MILLS CEREAL ...........$5.98/EA ABC • CRISP MORNING AIR OR TROPICAL MIST • 32 USE

LAUNDRY DETERGENT ..............$3.98/EA WHITE SWAN • JUMBO • 6 ROLL

PAPER TOWELS .........................$4.98/EA

Downtown Barriere 250-672-9929 WINTER HOURS 9am - 6pm Sale in effect from March 25 - 31, 2012 SV - Select Varieties

BAKERY AUNT KATHY’S PIES ....................$5.48/EA BUTTER FLAKE ROLLS..................$2.78/EA