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Sun Peaks employee walks out of bush, safe A Sun Peaks employee reported missing on Monday, April 2, was found and is safe. Cinzia Pedrenie, a 24-year-old from Switzerland, went missing after leaving Sun Peaks at 4 a.m. and using a trail to get to nearby Whitecroft. At 5:30 p.m., Pedrenie walked out of the bush and onto the roadway near Upper Louis Creek Road, an area that had been extensively searched earlier in the day. Pedrenie was recognized by a Sun Peaks residents as she made her way to the road and it was that person who brought her to the Kamloops Search and Rescue staging area about a kilometer from Whitecroft. Pedreni was taken to Royal Inland Hospital to be treated for minor injuries, including scratches and cuts, from walking in the bush.
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Six fair young ladies to represent valley Fall Fair candidates
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MacLaren picked for U18 hockey Local teen
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Barriere teen Marlene Fortin is one of over 7,000 medal-bearers across Canada who have the honour of carrying one singular medal in relay fashion over 12,000km as they make their way across Canada during the silver anniversary of the Rick Hansen Man in Motion Tour, which is raising awareness about people living with disabilities. The anniversary tour started on Aug. 24, 2011, in Cape Spear, Newfoundland, and will finish on May 22, 2012, in Vancouver. Fortin was one of 20 medal-bearers who carried the route through Kamloops on Thursday, Mar. 29, and was presented with her own replica medal to remember the way in which she personally added to the momentum of the 25th Anniversary Man in Motion World Tour. Fortin says she applied onlne last October for the opportunity and was very excited to be chosen, saying “The whole experience was amazing.� Submitted photo: Stacey Fortin
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Spring is starting to sprout in numerous ways; as shown by these enthusiastic seed potatoes when they felt the warmth of the sun on the cardboard box they are enclosed in.
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2A-4480 Barriere Town Rd. 250-672-5300 • Fax: 250-672-5306 Residential 784 Leonie Crk Rd MLS107629 On the river 4bdrm 4bath log home. 9.75 Acres $940,000 NEW 4743 Birch Lane • SXS Duplex 3 bdrm 2 bath MLS 106334 $459,900 4776 Spruce Cres • 2bd 2bath, geothermal MLS102388 $429,900
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1796 Pinegrove, McLure. MLS108261• 3900sqft, 4+1 bdrm, 4 SOLD bath Capecod on lndscp & fenced acre $349,000 NEW 4757 Spruce Cres MLS (To new) Near New eco friendly High end 1300+sqft, 2bdrm, 2 bath NO HST! $335,800 NEW 470 Oriole • MLS 101022 Reno’d $289,500 NEW.PRICE
4811 Spruce Cres. • 2bdrm, 2bath, Geo heat, MLS106545 $395,000
4797 Gibbs Rd. • 4 bed, 3 bath MLS104350 $285,000 NEW. PRICE
3998 Agate Bay Rd MLS108766 1.639 acre short commute to Sun Peaks, Adams Lake $389,900 NEW
4689 Birch Lane • 3bd 2 bath MLS 105180 $249,900 NEW.PRICE
538 Oriole Way MLS107873 Exec. 1676sqft 2bed 2bath main, Full basement w/office. Inlaw potential $369,000 NEW
543 McLean Road • 3 bed MLS 103868 $259,000
494 Oriole Way MLS 108491 Spacious & Pristine Quality 2152sqft 3bdrm, 2baths $369,000 NEW 308 Robin Drive MLS108767 Quality 2380sqft, 5bdrm, 3bath family home on dble lot. $358,000 NEW. 4809 Spurce Cres • MLS 106586 Tasteful Rancher at RiverWalk. Developer to pay closing cost. $355,000 NEW.PRICE
503 McLean Rd • 3bdrm & den, 3baths, family home w/potential for inlaw suite. MLS106174 $259,500 495 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
566 McLean Rd MLS 106378 1344sf 3bd, 2bath $239,900 4809 Dunn Lake MLS 108358 1176sqft, 3 bdrm 1 bath. Facelift & efficient upgrades $199,000 NEW
752 Leonie Cr Rd • MLS88417 8.99 acres river front 3 bed 3 bath $558,860 NEW 6041 Creekside Rd. (to new) 1700+sf log home on 10+ acres near Rec Lakes $537,000
10-4510 Power Rd • 3 bed 2 bath MLS 103253 $124,900
642 Barriere Town • Commercial building MLS 105348 $179,000
3148 Glengrove •15 acres MLS 86777 $110,000
#28-4510 Power Rd MLS108045 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath. Sunset Heights. heat pump syst. $105,900 NEW
4614 Barriere Town Rd • Lot & building MLS 103625 $169,000
900 Harvey Road • 10 acres MLS(R) 101603 $110,000
5416 Agate Road • Lake front lease MLS101339 $185,500 BUYER.INCENTIVE.2012 LEASE.PAID.BY.VENDOR
6088 Barriere Lks Rd • Rancher 10acres MLS103196 $455,000
584 Barkley Rd • 3 bed 2 bath MLS 100926 $183,000
693 Stone Rd Louis Cr • MLS 106433 1510sf 3bdrm,3bath 2acres $379,000
705 Barriere Lks Rd • .5 acre with shop 2 bed 2 bath MLS105792 $182,000 NEW
2708 Barriere Lks Rd • 22.3acres river front MLS 104163 $339,900
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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
4752 Spruce Cres. • MLS 106614 Unfin at RiverWalk. Developer pay closing cost $175,000
3145 Lemieux Crk Rd • 40acre 2bdrm, log MLS 103639 $189,000
27-4510 Power Rd • 2 bed 2 bath MLS 100957 $79,000
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15 -4626 Summer Rd • 2 bed 1 bath MLS 106137 $28,000
17-4510 Power Rd MLS 108409 Pristine 1188sqft, 3bed,1bath dble wide $159,000 NEW
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4615 Airfield Rd MLS108327 Starter/retirement 2bdrm 1bath .68 acre. Near amenities $135,000 NEW
Residential with Acreage 3020 Lemieux Crk MLS 108406 Paradise w/2 pristine lakes. 160 acres 1885sqft $985,000 NEW 368 Agate Bay Road • Custom 10 acres w/cottage MLS 85915 $674,900
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41-4454 Barriere Town Rd • 2 bed 2 bath MLS105108 $134,900
3-4428 Barriere Twn Rd • 2bed 2bath MLS106061 $92,500 trades considered in Kam. NEW.PRICE 26-4510 Power Rd • 2 bed 2 bath MLS 102323 $97,000
Carls Market • 6 acres & Hwy loc. MLS(R)102042 $529,500
Lot B Yellowhead • 60+ acres subdivideable in the District of Barriere. MLS85473 $1,500,000 3293 Barriere Lks • 58+ acres MLS 85521A $595,000 4247–421 Dixon Crk Rd MLS 106852 388acres borders District, $499,000 5349 Genier Lk Rd • MLS106097 19+ acres min. to Barriere $284,900 2708A Barriere Lks Rd 16 acres MLS 101762 $199,000 4711 & 4719 Barriere Twn Rd. 1.16acres riverfront near downtown MLS106116 $195,000
575 Mclean Rd • Corner lot MLS 85723 $69,900 Lot C Yellowhead Hwy MLS 12.06 acres mins. to Barriere, flat building sites.$69,900 NEW 3935 Hansen Rd Louis Crk MLS 108376 .56 acre w/well & septic Minutes to Barriere, $66,900 NEW 544 Barkley Road • .46 acre flat lot MLS 106521 $59,500 560 Station Rd MLS101866 • .34 acre Commercial $49,900
Clearwater 5412 Clw Valley Rd. MLS106945 2200+sf, 9+acres $399,000 335 Musgrave Rd Clw • 3 bed 2 bath MLS103586 $239,0000
4269 Yellowhead Hwy • Hwy exposure $337,000
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3 Summer Road MLS 102858 1350sf mobile on large 70x100 corner pad. $124,900 NEW
2785 Barriere Lakes Rd Mins from E&N Lks 19.8acres, drilled well & 2 building sites $149,900 NEW
4610 Barriere Town Rd • Building MLS 103624 $199,000
Lot 3 Boulder Mountain Road MLS 101053 $119,900
570 Sun Rivers Dr. • 5bdrm 3 bath executive MLS 105996 $569,000 NEW.PRICE
16-620 Dixon Creek Rd • 2 bed 2 bath MLS105770 $120,000
584 Barkley Rd • 3 bed 2 bath MLS 100926 $183,000
924 Harvey Road • 10 acres MLS(R) 101604 $120,000
Home on 1 acre near Monte Lake MLS105178 $284,900
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32 E OLD N THOMPSON HWY • CLEARWATER, BC, V0E 1N0 • PH: 250-674-3999 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. Views. Full suite. Wood accents. 1 bdrm bsmt suite & cabin (rented). Veranda, Several buildings + horse stables, tack room & hay barn. Fenced and Xfenced. 549 Fawn Road $425,000 Double lot, view of Dutch lk. HW. Newer cabinets. 2 bdrms + 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. 206 Murtle Road $379,900 4 bdrm, 3 bath w/circle drive. Tiled foyer & maple HW. Open concept & mntn view. Wood kitchen cabinets, beautiful counters & island. Modern baths, WI closets, Levelor blinds & 2 lndry rms. Cose to amenities. New home warranty in place. 2704 KP Road $379,000 - NEW 9+ acre riverfront w/2 creeks, riding arena. Sundeck over NT River w/1500 ft of beach. 1536 sq.ft. w/sundecks, skylights. Mstr, ensuite w/jetted tub. Updates include roof, furnace, HW tank & laminate. 32x90 building w/3 bay garage games rm, 3 horse stalls, hay & dry storage 200amp, metal roof & water 5289 Clearwater Valley Rd $349,900 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. 357 Robson Place Road $339,900- NEW Classy family home in a quiet cul-de-sac. Open floor plan w/ family rm in the basement. Custom tile work, HW, sundeck & private yard. This home is close to amenities. 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.
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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 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/WS. 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. Basement w/bdrm, bath, family room, cold rm & storage. 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. 68 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.
250-674-1514 lhadley@century21rison.com 5-851 Old N Thompson Hwy $49,000 NEW PRICE 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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457 Eden Rd $700,000 Land & building: leased to Dairy Queen - 2013 w/option to renew. Ideally loc. Hwy 5 near school & tourism. 13yrs old. Franchise not incld. 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 lvl 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 SAWMILL, IT WOULD BE REMOVED
LOTS AND ACRES Lot 2 Galliano Road $89,900 3.6 acres, Subdividable zoned R2. 1745 Birch Island Lost Crk 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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dismantled with numerous items seized. All four adults were released from custody with a court date in August of 2012 in Kamloops facing charges of Theft of Electricity, Possession of Stolen Property, Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking and Production of Marihuana. One of the males arrested was the owner of the property from Abbotsford, B.C., with another male arrested currently facing charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking being caught with over 50 pounds of marihuana near Ashcroft, B.C.
On April 4, 2012 the Barriere RCMP executed a search warrant on a Glengrove Road property for theft of electricity and possession of stolen property. During the execution of the warrant three adult males and one adult female where taken into custody. The members searched the residence and located stolen BC Hydro meters, drug paraphernalia, dry marijuana, hash and 1157 marijuana plants growing within the residence. The marihuana grow operation was
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By Dale Bass Kamloops This Week With its application approved and budget cuts that didn’t hit large double-digits, CBC is prepared to proceed with a radio bureau in Kamloops. First, though, the national broadcaster must deal with staff cuts it needs to make in the wake of a $115-million cut from its budget, as announced by Finance Minister Jim Flaherty in the Thursday, March 29, federal-government budget. “We’re taking some time to analyze our budget reduction in more detail,” said Chuck Thompson, head of media relations for the CBC. “Once we’ve had an opportunity do that, our first priority is to communicate the impact of the cutbacks to our employees and then in turn, to a wider audience.” Last week, the Canadian Radio-television Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved the licence application for an FM station in the River City. In its application, the broadcaster said the station will provide a minimum each week of 12 hours and 30 minutes of programming that will originate in Kamloops. The station will also broadcast programming that originates from the national CBC Radio One. The CRTC also approved a CBC request to move transmitters for several communities in the Interior from the Kelowna CBC Radio transmitter to the new one in Kamloops. Those communities include Blue River,
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Editorial;
Success isn’t limited to geniuses F
ocus. Determination. Drive. Courage. It’s a combination of personal assets that often lead to success. Perhaps not in a way that was expected, but some successes are diff icult to measure. Some successes take time to unfold. I did not witness Rick Hansen’s Man in Motion Tour through Canada in 1986/87: I was living in the wilds of northern Alberta then, about 370 km north of Edmonton when he rolled through. But last week, I listened to many who still had vivid memories of the tour from 25 years ago. They still felt the excitement 25 years later; they still felt the inspiration to achieve. We worry about the present generation because our lifestyle seems so sedentary these days. We worry about health, we worry about what they’re learning while sitting at the computer. I think we worry that they won’t, or don’t, have the focus, drive and determination to succeed and inspire. But that legacy is not for everyone. In fact, if it was a common trait among us, we probably wouldn’t notice it. It’s just sometimes that someone comes along and touches us in a way we weren’t expecting. We remember those people because they’re special, even if they may beg to differ. Hansen’s tour 25 years ago was successful on many levels: he completed it; he was greeted everywhere by supporters; everyone at least in Canada - knows his name. And, while it didn’t take place overnight, Canada has addressed many accessibility and disability issues in the last 25 years, which in turn has made you and I more aware of why we need wheelchair ramps and lifts, curb cuts, wider doorways and many other things that means people in wheelchairs have an easier time taking part in the same activities that pedestrians take for granted. We can all make a difference in the lives around us, but very few people actually do. Rick Hansen is one. Twenty-f ive years later, it was time to give us all a gentle reminder, because we still have a ways to go. And we’re all capable. Look around and f ind one thing in your community to change for the better. Then do it. * Wendy Coomber is the editor of the Ashcroft-Cache Creek Journal. The STAR/JOURNAL welcomes all letters to the editor. We do, however, reserve the right to edit, condense or reject letters over matters of libel, legality, taste, brevity, style or clarity. While all letters must be signed upon submission, writers may elect to withhold their names from publication in special circumstances. Drop your letter off at the Star/Journal Office, fax it to 672-9900, mail it to Box 1020, Barriere, VOE 1EO, or email to news@starjournal.net.
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Nominations wanted for BSS Wall of Distinction To Barriere residents; Please we need your assistance. Barriere Secondary’s Wall of Distinction Committee is looking for nominations for the Wall of Distinction for this year. The criteria for nominations are: s !TTENDED SCHOOLS IN "ARRIERE FOR YEARS OR graduated from Barriere s )NTERNATIONAL .ATIONAL 0ROVINCIAL OR Educational recognition in chosen fields of endeavor s 4HE INDIVIDUAL HAS ACHIEVED SIGNIFICANT STAtus in Academics, Athletics, Arts, Humanitarian Activities or in Government/Labour/Industry At this time, the committee is looking for nominations of individuals who attended BSS during
the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s but will add more current students to the list for future consideration. We would appreciate help from the community to find people who fit these criteria to keep adding to the wall every year. .OMINATION PAPERS CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM the Barriere Secondary website at http://barrsec. sd73.bc.ca/ or by contacting Jonathan Brady at 250-672-9943, or Joanne Stokes at 250-6729941. Your assistance with finding people for our Barriere Wall of Distinction will be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much, Joanne Stokes (Chair) Barriere
Battle of Vimy Ridge remembered To the editor; April 9 marks the 95th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. After failed attempts by both British and French forces, a corps of brave and determined Canadian soldiers captured this strategic ridge in France, which was of great importance to the German defence. Despite the terrible price in casualties, this battle marked not only a significant Allied victory, but also the first time Canadians had fought as an independent force and not as part of the British Army. Along with other
achievements during the First World War, the Battle of Vimy Ridge helped establish Canada as a key player on the world stage, earning our country a separate signature on the Versailles Peace Treaty which ended the war. As a member of The War Amps Operation Legacy, a group of committed young people who are dedicated to preserving Canada’s military heritage, I would like to highlight this significant anniversary of a battle considered by many to mark Canada’s birth as a nation. To commemorate the anni-
versary, members of Operation Legacy will be donating copies of the documentaries A Vimy Veteran Remembers and In Flanders Fields to their local libraries. These productions are part of The War Amps internationally award-winning Military Heritage Series, which tells the lesser-known Canadian stories, and are available at a cost-recovery price by calling 1 800 2503030 or visiting waramps.ca. Sincerely, Courtney McLaughlin, 17 Operation Legacy Member, Quesnel, B.C.
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Did you attend school in Burnaby, B.C.? To the editor; My name is Gail Yip and I am part of a volunteer group writing and compiling the history of Burnaby Schools—1894 to the present day. The other committee members are Janet White, committee chair and retired languages department head. Harry Pride, retired high school viceprincipal, Dave Carter, retired school principal, and Rosemary Cooke, retired elementary school teacher. Janet, Dave and I are also former Burnaby high school graduates. I am the only layperson but have a strong interest in Burnaby history. We are supported by The Burnaby School Board and B.C. Retired Teachers. In addition, the City of Burnaby, through the Heritage Commission, has been a passionate sponsor from the start and will be doing graphic layout and publishing of the book.
Each school library will receive a complimentary copy. Profits from the sale of the book will go to scholarships for Burnaby High School students. The focus of our coffee table-style book is not just to publish the histories of the school buildings, but to “humanize” the book by including interesting stories, anecdotes, and personal pictures
of sports teams, social events, unusual school rules and customs. One special section will be dedicated to our “celebrity sons and daughters” who attended school in Burnaby. That being said, we are hoping you will contribute a short narrative or picture of either a school experience or memory. It need not be long, 100 words is fine. Could you
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A youngster is quite fascinated by a large stuffed Easter rabbit and a basket of chicks, found making an appearance at the Healthy Beginnings Easter party on Wednesday, Apr. 3, at the Ridge.
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VICTORIA – The information age might have sped up B.C. voters’ mood swings, but the basic dynamic hasn’t changed since the days of Social Credit. When familiarity breeds contempt, people vote to reject the familiar and see what happens. Or as one radio talk-show caller summed up his decision to climb on board the B.C. Conservative bandwagon, he knows two things about leader John Cummins: “He’s not Adrian Dix and he’s not Christy Clark.” It’s been more than 21 years since Gordon Wilson reshaped B.C. politics and launched the modern-day B.C. Liberal Party with a single quip in a leaders’ debate between a bickering Rita Johnston and Mike Harcourt. Cummins has about a year to show he’s earned his rising poll numbers, and to refute the conventional wisdom that he’s the best friend the NDP has had since Wilson
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Tom Fletcher put them in power and later joined them. So let’s get to know Cummins a bit better. He’s 70, and has an 18-year record as a Reform-AllianceConservative MP. His Ottawa days are mainly remembered for battling treaties and aboriginalonly fisheries, and for being the first Reform MP to reverse himself and take the MP pension. That pension pays him about $100,000 a year as he tries to build a second political career in B.C. Another legacy of Cummins’ federal record is his support for the harmonized sales tax. As he hastens
to clarify, he supported Conservative legislation to enter into HST deals with any province, which Ontario and B.C. subsequently did. Cummins said B.C. could have brought in the HST at a lower rate to reflect its broader reach, as Atlantic provinces did. But they tried to make it a “tax grab” and now they’ve “poisoned the well” for many years. “We’re going to have to pay the price I guess, in the sense that where it has been introduced, it has been shown to have grown business,” Cummins said. “Think tanks on both the left and the right have come to that conclusion.” To me this beats the NDP’s crude coffeeshop populism that simply ignores HST benefits for small business and the poor. Speaking of crude, Cummins further distinguishes himself from the B.C. Liberals by endorsing the proposed
Northern Gateway oil pipeline to Kitimat. He applauds the federal government for moving to place limits on submissions to federal environment hearings, citing the thousands of Internet sign-ups that have clogged the Northern Gateway hearings. His record on aboriginal issues suggests he has little sympathy for territorial objections from First Nations, those with treaties or those without. The April 19 byelections in Port Moody-Coquitlam and Chilliwack-Hope offer a chance for the B.C. Conservatives to present policy alternatives. So far they’re against gas taxes, especially the carbon tax, against a second Metro Vancouver garbage incinerator, and in favour of fixing the “catch and release” justice system. These are the slogans that stand in for actual policies needed to govern. Cummins will be ...cont. on page 7
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DriveABLE changes promise an easier, safer road ahead for seniors behind the wheel By Shirley Bond Minister of Justice and Attorney General As the minister responsible for public safety, I want British Columbians to know the facts about how we’re improving the DriveABLE program to better meet the needs of drivers while maintaining public safety. As we get older, our cognitive abilities change - in a small number of cases, they change to the degree that driving simply isn’t safe anymore. It is very emotional and difficult to face the possibility that, after decades of driving, we may face the loss of our licences. I understand that - in fact, I went through that process with both my parents. It is important to note that a very small number of drivers, including seniors, actually lose their licences. Of 3.1 million B.C. drivers - 84,000 of whom are over 80 - only about 1,500 take a DriveABLE assessment each year. The vast majority of seniors will continue to drive for a long, long time. About 95 per cent of referrals to take the assessment come from physicians, when they screen for cognitive impairments they believe make it unsafe for their patients to drive. We clearly heard concerns from seniors about DriveABLE. First, some seniors felt anxious about taking the on-screen DriveABLE assessment. Second, that they want the driving assessments to be done closer to home, especially in rural communities. Several months ago, after listening to these concerns, I directed staff to look at program improvements. Our government listened and has taken decisive actions. The biggest change means that seniors will no longer have a decision made about their ability to drive solely based on an on-screen assessment. People who do not pass this assessment will be given the opportunity to take an on-road assessment. The Province will pay for both assessments. Final decisions will be based on a combination of the two, plus medical information provided by their doctor. We are also in the process of developing a service-delivery model to reduce the amount of trav-
el for rural British Columbians. As a Northerner, I am acutely aware of the challenge that travelling long distances creates for seniors. Our goal is to provide services as close to home as possible through regional expansion and increased mobile services. We also recognize that we have to do a better job of outreach and public education. Ministry staff will be working to connect with seniors and their families much earlier in the process, with a focus on how we can help prepare them for possible changes and how driver assessments work. Staff will also work with stakeholder groups (such as medical doctors and physician groups) who will assist us in developing new materials that explain age-related driving issues, medical fitness requirements and personal planning for driving retirement. Finally, we are going to continue to evaluate and review driving assessments. While DriveABLE is a tool used in other parts of Canada and internationally, we are always open to continued improvement. A peer review is currently underway on DriveABLE and we look forward to seeing the outcomes. We will be monitoring future research, and will be prepared to make adjustments based on what is learned. Our goal is a simple one: to ensure seniors can keep driving for as long as it’s safe, while ensuring decisions on their ability to drive are done in the most fair and respectful way possible. For more information on driver medical fitness in B.C., visit: www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/osmv/
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Spotlight on Cummins going door to door in the by-elections, especially in Chilliwack-Hope, where he believes his upstart party has a real shot at winning. He offers a telling anecdote about the last time he was door-knocking in Port Moody, the premier’s former hometown. The B.C. Liberals have suggested the B.C. Conservatives chose Christine Clarke as their candidate to capitalize on the premier’s name recognition. That wasn’t what Cummins and his previously unknown candidate found when they first started campaigning. “She’d say hi, my name is Christine Clarke, and the doors would close rather quickly,” Cummins said. Now she identifies herself as the B.C. Conservative candidate, then gives her name. * Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com or tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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TNRD backs local theatre North Thompson Star/Journal B o n n i e CruzelleMyram, TNRD Director for Area ‘O’, presented a cheque for $500 to the Thompson Valley Players (TVP) last week. Accepting the cheque was TVP rep
Bev Murphy, who said the funds would go towards the group’s youth program. TV Players are currently putting together their annual Mothers Day production. This year, the three night event will include two one act action packed comedies. “The Babysitter’s
BABIES 011 PARTY2 If your baby was born in 2011, you’re invited!! 11am – 1pm • Friday, April 13th Barriere & District Seniors Society Centre 4433 Barriere Town Road Please RSVP to Jill at Yellowhead Community Services @ 250-672-9773 FREE CATERED LUNCH (and birthday cake!) DOOR PRIZES AND OTHER SURPRISES! Siblings are welcome to come and have lunch too. Siblings can also participate in a children’s program which will include crafts, activities, songs, and rhymes.
Story” by Peter Lancaster Walker will take you on an adventure with a reluctant babysitter and a menacing cat burglar. Then the Red Hot Mommas are back with the play “At The Border” by Bob Wilkins, a story of a town hall with the border running through the middle of the office. The group is also gearing up to host a talent event at the Barriere Bandshell, which will be a series of talent competitions for all ages with lots of great prizes! The youth division of TVP will be will be performing in their own production coming in July. Stay tuned to the Star/Journal for more details in upcoming issues.
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District’s Environmental Health Services Department would like to announce the closure of the Barriere septage pits, effective May 1. “The septage pits are being closed as part of the Barriere landfill closure which will help pave the way for a new Eco-Depot in the area,” said Don May, Manager of Environmental Health Services. “We’re continuing to work with municipal government personnel in Barriere to find alternative options for septage disposal in the North Thompson. Until an alternative disposal facility is developed septage haulers will have to use septage receiving facilities in Kamloops.” The septage pits need to be closed for a few reasons. The septage pits are administered by landfill attendants who will no longer be present when the landfill closes. The septage pits are located on soil resources that are needed for landfill closure. Septage pits are not sustainable in the long terms as they provide no treatment of effluent and do not meet current
Traffic complaints increasing as temperatures rise The Times With the snow clearing and temperatures rising in the North Thompson, Clearwater RCMP and Central Interior Traffic Services have been responding to
an increase in traffic complaints and traffic violation issues. On Monday, Mar. 26, Clearwater RCMP were informed of a traff ic incident that had occurred north of Little Fort. A female driver stated that she
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The average age of a Canadian woman giving birth to her first child has gone up significantly over the generations. In 2008, this average age was 29.3. This age in the U.S. is 24.9. It may be simplistic to relate a woman’s skin condition with her bone health, but that’s exactly what researchers found. Women with more face and neck wrinkles seem to have lower bone density in the hop, heel and lower back areas. It’s another reason to take care of our skin during the sunny days of summer coming soon. Now that spring is here, it is a good time to check the medicine cabinet for old, out-dated medications. Also ensure the medication storage area is totally out of reach of curious children. Medications like opioids (codeine, morphine), benzodiazepines (diazepam, oxazepam), blood pressure and heart medications can be harmful to children. Ensure drug safety in your home. Canadians are living longer than ever before. Early diagnosis and treatment of diseases is part of the reason for this. And the older we get, the more medications we seem to take. It’s important to take your medication as your doctor directs. If you need help organizing your medications, our pharmacists can help. Our pharmacists dispense more than just medication. We dispense information. Use our pharmacists to further your education about the medications you are taking.
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environmental standards. Being located above the landfill is another concern because effluent percolating into the ground may create or add to leachate generated by the landfill. The Barriere landfill is expected to be closed sometime this fall. Work has already started on the Louis Creek Eco-Depot. The TNRD hopes to have the Eco-Depot operational by the end of September. The closure of the Barriere septage pits is of an urgent nature because they need to be dewatered for closure operations. Once the pits are dewatered, the underlying soil will be used for cover material in the closure of the landfill. The landfill is being replaced by an Eco-Depot - a regional solid waste re-load centre that accommodates recycling and disposal needs. Built to handle larger volumes plus provide more services than transfer stations. Eco-Depots provide a drop-off site for a wider range of recyclable materials such as waste paint, used motor oil, wood, yard waste, metals and household recyclables.
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had to move completely to the shoulder while northbound on Highway 5 to avoid being hit by a tractortrailer unit that was merging into her lane. Clearwater members relayed the information to a Central Interior Traffic Service member, who then stopped the vehicle and served the driver of the tractor-trailer unit with a violation ticket. On Mar. 28, Clearwater RCMP were notif ied of a male who smelled of marijuana leaving the A&W in Barriere. The
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male left in a vehicle towards Clearwater RCMP stopped the vehicle and after investigating, police seized marijuana, an open case of beer, as well as the vehicle license plates. Police also served the driver a three-day immediate roadside prohibition, a notice of driving prohibition as well as violation tickets. The driver did not have a valid driver’s license or insurance. The vehicle was then impounded. On Mar. 28, Central Interior Traff ic Services stopped a vehicle in Avola that was traveling 133 km/hr in the 70 km/ hr zone - 63 km/hr over the posted speed limit. The vehicle was impounded for seven business days and the driver and passenger had to f ind another means to reach their destination. The driver and passenger were headed from Grand Prairie, Alberta towards Vancouver Island.
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Wastewater leads agenda for District of Barriere By Margaret Houben North Thompson Star/Journal The District of Barriere held their regular Council meeting on April 2, passing several recommendations from the Feb. 21 and 29 Public Works Committee meetings. The recommendations that were passed were: that during the design stage of the Downtown Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System, the costs be explored associated with extending the sewage line across Highway 5 and south to Hall Road; that the Wastewater Plant be potentially located on the same property as the Fire Hall; that an assessment program be established for the property owners’ septic connections and our cross contamination concerns, and that this inspection be performed at the same time as the water meters are being installed; the the District host a design charette led by Eco Tek, subject to funding approval; and that Council direct the Chief Administrative Officer to contact
the Ministry of Transportation to discuss the apparent lack of traffic speed enforcement and commercial traffic personnel, especially during the 2-4 p.m. time when the schools let out, in regards to the Highway 5 bridge maintenance works conducted on February 29 and March 1, 2012, and request that these concerns be considered in future highway projects. Council members heard a report from Corporal Underhill, regarding the first quarter of the year. Council appointed the following three citizens of Barriere to sit on the Board of Variance for a three year term: Karina Scott, Robert Sorensen and Leslie Stirling. Mayor Humphreys thanked them for volunteering for this board. Council members proposed to pass three resolutions, which will now the advertised for public information before being voted on. One is for a development variance permit application, and two are for temporary use permit applications. Watch for them
in the classified section of this paper over the next few weeks. During the ‘Public Enquiries’ portion of the meeting, Richard Lowe requested Council’s input regarding the burning of tall dead grass at the Sunset Heights Trailer Park, which he felt presented a significant fire hazard. Lowe expressed the hope that the Fire Department could either come burn it as part of a practice, or that they could be on hand to provide support while residents did the burning. Considerable discussion followed, as the District currently has a policy in place that prohibits the Fire Department from doing any burning on private property. Council assured Mr. Lowe that this would be dealt with as soon as possible, and that they will have staff draft a new policy regarding this kind of issue. The next general Council meeting will be on April 16 at 7 p.m. There will also be a presentation of the District Budget on April 16, at 1 p.m. and again at 6:30 p.m.
Two vehicles rest on Highway 5 in Little Fort following a crash near the junction with Highway 24 last Tuesday morning. Clearwater RCMP report that three people were involved but none were injured. One driver was given a violation ticket for unsafe start.
Mayor touts benefits of working together This has been a busy week in the District. Spring has arrived and many projects and problems will need to be sorted out and prioritized. Recently, Mr. Myles Bruns, ThompsonOkanagan Regional Manager for the Jobs Tourism and Innovation Ministry announced funding that could be used to help forward the projects identified at the Valemount economic development session hosted by the JTI Ministry. Mr. Bruns and the JTI Ministry have continued to work with our communities on the identified initiatives to further economic development in the North Thompson Valley. Clearwater and Barriere partnered together to use the recently allotted funds for the Agricultural Land Use Inventory. Our two communities also have partnered on a Green Energy scan which will identify viable projects in our area. There are a number of things happening in the North Thompson Valley all of which will benefit Barriere. By working with our neighbouring communities we will reap the
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benefits of a combined wealth of knowledge thereby providing success for everyone. Locally Councillor Stamer as Public Works co-chair in charge of roads met with Bart Chenuz, roads manager for the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to go over the roads situation. They looked at various problem areas around the District with an eye to resolving the issues. In addition to potholes and the like there has been an increase in flooding due to ditches having been filled in or simply blocked by sediment. District staff have been formulating a ditch program that will address these sorts of issues. A special council meeting was held on March 26. This meeting was structured to allow for public input prior to the council deciding on how the budget would be brought forth. The
next step will be that staff will rework the budget with the changes so that it is ready for the public meetings on April 16. Every opportunity for the public to be heard is needed so the process has to allow for that. Thanks to all that came out and gave their input. The PublicWorks committee has been hard at work on the first stages of the sewer project. It is
imperative that council determine the best possible company to provide the technology for the waste water treatment plant so a Request for Qualifications was crafted by the engineer for the project, Dave Underwood, and posted to interested parties. Also, the work of surveying the area to determine the best placement for the plant, the pipe locations, lift stations and other required components is well under way. Careful planning will allow for the maximum use of the grant the District received for the first stage of the project. There will be pub-
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lic meetings around all aspects of the sewer project. The public is invited and encouraged to attend and give their ideas and views. Councillor Sabyan, as chair of the Bandshell committee, has been working hard to form a group to sit on the committee. Her success was evident by the enthusiasm of the people that attended the last meeting. A good number of ideas were brought forth and a plan for the use and promotion of the bandshell is well on ...continued on page 15
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Six candidates to represent the NT Valley The North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association’s Ambassador Program candidates and their sponsors for the 2012 season were introduced on Mar. 30, at the Barriere Lion’s Hall, during the annual Banner Night and Apron Auction. Pictured are: (l to r) Alesha Kaduk escorted by Ron Lenue, representative of the Barriere Lions Club; Kennedy Ash escorted by Alexandra Brown, representative of Jim’s Food Market; Aliya Bieber escorted by Tay Briggs of Wells Gray Info Center; Alisha Gotro escorted by Michelle Baillie of Baillie’s Towing; Kaitlain Chantler escorted by Lisa Chantler, representative of Sam’s Pizza and Rib House; and Kaylee Patterson escorted by Marvin Fraser, owner of Fraser Ventures Ltd. STAR/JOURNAL photos: Jill Hayward
By Jill Hayward North Thompson Star/Journal Six young ladies came together last Friday evening in Barriere to join the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association’s Ambassador Program as candidates for the 2012 season. The NTFFRA Ambassador Program (previously called the Queen Pageant) is open to young ladies from Heffley Creek to Blue River. This year both an upper and lower valley community will be represented, as three candidates from Barriere, and three candidates from Clearwater will spend the next five months learning about the North Thompson Valley, its heritage, and what the North Thompson Fall Fair Association is all about. Each candidate will also receive classes in area agriculture, toastmasters, speech polishing, ballroom dancing, hip hop dance, mechanics, hair and skin care, self defense, etiquette, personal and professional boundries, resume writing, interview preparation, and horseback riding. The 2012 candidates, along with their sponsors, were introduced to the public for the first time as they received their candidate banners and tiaras from 2011/2012 reigning NTFFRA royalty; Queen Hannah Allen (Brennan Creek), Princess Kassandra Brown (Little Fort), and Princess Tianna Weninger (Clearwater). The new 2012 candidates are: Kaylee Patterson (Clearwater) sponsored by Fraser Ventures Ltd., Kaitlain Chantler (Barriere) sponsored by Sam’s Pizza and Rib House; Alisha Gotro; escorted by Michelle Baillie of Baillie’s Towing; Aliya Bieber (Clearwater) sponsored by Wells Gray Info Center, Kennedy Ash (Clearwater) sponsored by Jim’s Food Market, and Alesha Kaduk (Barriere) sponsored by the Barriere Lions Club. NTFFRA president Jill Hayward thanked the audience, sponsors and candidates, and presented each candidate with a NTFFRA lapel pin as she shook their hands and welcomed them to the
Association. Hayward also presented a pin to District of Barriere Mayor Bill Humphreys who attended as a dignitary and guest speaker. The Mayor said he was most impressed with the new candidates and thanked them and the sponsors for supporting the program, and representing the North Thompson Valley. Following the banner ceremony the mic was turned over to Alexandra Brown (Little Fort), 2012 Ambassador Program Assistant and the former 2010/2011 NTFFRA Queen and Miss Congeniality, and Seanna Lyons (Barriere), 2012 Ambassador Program Assistant and the former 2010/2011 NTFFRA Princess. The two then introduced area rancher Barry Brady who kindly donated his time to be the auctioneer for the apron auction that was next on the agenda. The new candidates, along with the current royalty, then each modeled colourful and unique aprons that they had created themselves. The audience was encouraged to bid on each apron as it was presented, with all monies raised during the auction going to assist with the cost of coaching, traveling and events throughout the duration of the 2012 candidacy. Alexander Brown also presented her apron for auction, with funds raised from that sale going towards helping Brown’s fundraising efforts for her candidacy in the BC Ambassador Program. The final tally from the auction was over $2,000, thanks to a most generous bid of $1,000 for the apron made by Kaylee Patterson. Afterwards, everyone had an opportunity to take photographs, meet the candidates and their sponsors, and share in the goodie table that was filled to capacity with sweet treats. The Ambassador Program committee reminded folks to mark their calendars for the program’s Speech, Talent and Fashion Show on June 16, 7 p.m. at the Barriere Lion’s Hall, and the program Coronation at the Ridge (municipal hall) in Barriere on Aug. 30, 7 p.m.
Introducing the new candidates were 2011/2012 reigning NTFFRA royalty (l to r) Princess Tianna Weninger, Queen Hannah Allen, and Princess Kassandra Brown.
Queen Allen crowns Miss Sam’s Pizza and Rib House, Kaitlain Chantler, with a candidate tiara.
Miss Fraser Ventures Ltd., Kaylee Patterson, models her apron to bidders in the audience. The apron sold for a record-breaking $1,000 to Marvin Fraser.
Miss Baillie’s Towing, Alisha Gotro, offered a unique BBQ tool belt apron during the auction which was popular with bidders.
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Kids get a jump-start with Wellness Festival By Elli Kohnert North Thompson Star/Journal Even before entering Barriere Elementary School on Mar. 30, it was evident that the Festival of Wellness (called Jumpstart Your Child’s Future) was drawing many visitors judging by the number of vehicles parked on site. Nursing Students from Thompson Rivers University, as well as Success by Six, and Barriere Elementary School all worked together organizing the fair to create awareness regarding the many different aspects of child health and development in the community for ages two to five. There was a line-up at the registration desk for each visitor to sign in, and then receive a ticket to be eligible for one of the great door prizes, most of which were donated. Parents could go to the library and pick up a shopping bag filled with a number of items such as crayons, pencils, and many other things to help children prepare for school. The children were certainly interested in the contents, as a few were spotted dumping their bag right out on the floor to examine the contents. Thirteen exhibitors had set their booths up around the gymnasium; each one had their own table and space around them for visitors to investigate what was displayed. The Barriere RCMP Detachment was on site and spoke with many of the parents; the youngsters were keen to chat with the police about what their job was in the community. BC Ambulance Service and Barriere Volunteer Fire Department were present as well, and talked with many visitors. They had on display mini paper ambulances, which drew great numbers of boys to their table, creating more enthusiasm when the
youngsters found each could take one home. The organizers of the event brought together a mix of presenters, with each one addressing a different aspect of child development; a dental program created by public health called ‘Lift Your Lip’, a height and weight station, and several Barriere organizations representing a variety of services for families. Carla Long, Jamie Van Wyk, Kaela Pozsgay and Michelle Mattice had chosen this fair as their project required as a part of the TRU Nurses Training program, The group said that they had considered different choices, but this event was a pilot program and offered opportunities for parents to access assistance for child development within their community. District of Barriere Councilor Virginia Smith, attended as a visitor to the event. “I felt the fair was well organized, and the exhibits were not only interesting, but they were also helpful for parents to know how and where to access help when required,” commented Smith, “I thought it was amazing that so many people had worked together and had presented a community event to benefit young families. I thought the drumming circle was great; it drew many youngsters and kept them interested. The day was a job well done on all accounts.”
School Trustee Rhonda Kershaw (l), and daughter Zoe, stop to speak with a paramedic during the event.
(Far right) Success By Six Aboriginal Engagement members Cindy Wigosh and Cheryl Thomas encourage youngsters to join their drum circle. (Above right) Nurses in training from TRU, Carla Long, Jamie Van Wyk, Kaela Pozsgay and Michelle Mattice assisted in presenting child development information to parents. (Right) Information on dental care for youngsters at the ‘Lift Your Lip’ display.
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One ewe, 5 lambs! Area rancher Melanie Stutt reports her Suffolk cross commercial ewe gave birth to the amazing number of five lambs on Monday, Mar. 26. “I have not heard of five lambs before,” said Stutt, “Even when I worked on a sheep farm in New Zealand. Even in the spotlight of this event, I haven’t heard anyone say they had heard of this before.” She also notes that mom and four lambs are doing well, but unfortunately one lamb passed away when only two days old. Sheep usually have between one to three lambs, with four born infrequently, and five a unique event.
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SPORTS MacLaren picked for U-18 Okanagan hockey By Keith McNeill The Times
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Alpine ski enthusiast, Sara Kate Smith of Barriere, recently was awarded a silver medal for the K1 girls overall achievement in the Okanagan Zone.
Training at Sun Peaks North Thompson Star/Journal Sara Kate Smith has been competing at Alpine skiing races every weekend for the past four weekends with some great success. She just returned from the zone finals in Revelstoke held the weekend of Mar. 31, and was awarded the K1 girls silver medal for the seasons’ overall achievement in the Okanagan Zone. Sara has now qualified to compete at the Whistler Cup on April 6, 7 and 8. The Whistler Cup is an international children’s race open to athletes ages 11-14. For three days almost 400 kids come from all around the world to compete in three different disciplines; Kombi, Slalom and Giant Slalom. Sara Kate has been training three days a week at Sun Peaks Alpine Club since mid November, and says her favorite event is Giant Slalom.
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Barriere’s Cora MacLaren has been picked to be a member of the Under-18 Okanagan girls hockey team. The 15-year-old was chosen for the team during a selection camp held at the Sportsplex in Clearwater the weekend before last. “It was a great experience,” she said. “It was the most amazing thing you could do, if you love hockey.” MacLaren has been playing hockey with Clearwater and District Minor Hockey for the past four years. Last year she qualified for the U-16 Okanagan girls team. “That was great. It was so much fun,” she said. Playing with the girls team was quite a change from her previous experiences here, where she has been on mostly boys teams. The girls game is non-contact and there is more emphasis on skills, she said. The recent selection camp was a great learning experience, MacLaren reported. “The coaching is very different. They expect you to give more than you should be able to give,” she said. A special treat for her was the presence of Aaron RitchieBonar, a graduate of the Clearwater hockey program and a former member of the Female U18 Team BC. Ritchie-Bonar assisted with the coaching during the weekend. “It was a relief to have someone from this town to help you,” said MacLaren. “She was a very huge role model.” Coaches like Clearwater “We love coming here,” said Greg Hermiston, coaching and mentorship coordinator
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(Above) Cora MacLaren (center) looks for an opening in a game during a selection camp for the U-18 Okanagan girls team at the Sportsplex the weekend before last. The Barriere resident made the team.
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for Hockey BC’s high performance program and Team BC head coach. “The feeling you get when you walk in is community. There is no question that the rink attendants have a passion for the place.” A total of 19 girls from across the south-central Interior took part in the two-day camp. Activities included fitness testing, one practice and two games. This was the seventh or eighth time Hockey BC has used the Sportsplex for similar sessions, Hermiston said. “We get treated really well here,” he said. “The community always helps out, with timekeepers, referees, the concession workers, even a goalie this time.”
He said one local teacher came in and opened up the secondary school so they could use the gym for their programs. Purpose of the selection camp was to pick players for the Under 18 Okanagan girls hockey team, explained Chris Wagner, Okanagan girls high performance district coordinator. The team will be one of several competing for the Female U18 BC Cup, which will be held in Invermere this year, April 26 to 29. The top players from the district teams will be chosen to be part of Team BC during a selection camp in Salmon Arm in May. That team will compete in the U18 National Challenge in Dawson Creek next November.
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Auction lovers mark May 5 on your calendar By Jill Hayward North Thompson Star/Journal There’s a new business in town - Haydn Auction Services. Owner Bruce Williams says though the company has 20 years experience holding auctions in the Lower Mainland, they are now based right here in Barriere. Williams is looking forward to their first Barriere event, scheduled for May 5, 2012. Called the North Thompson Premier Consignment Auction, it will start 10 a.m. sharp, at 748 Barriere Lakes Road, (just a short distance east from the fall fair grounds). Pre-viewing will take place May 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Williams says folks are encouraged to con-
sign “anything they want”, and although the auction will be held in a farm setting, “it is not limited to farm items”. Consignments so far include: 1993 Ford F-350, mining equipment, generators, antiques, boat, motorcycles, quad, farm equipment, 5’ rototiller, 7’ 3pt John Deere Cultivator, 8’ 3pt. Massey Tandem Disc, 3pt. John Deere 2 bottom plow, tools, snow blowers, weed eaters, pressure washer, fuel tanks, furniture building supplies, household items, furniture, and more. Williams also notes he would be more than willing to take consignment items that folks might want the proceeds to go towards the North Thompson Agriplex building project, as the NT Fall Fair and Rodeo
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Photography in the Peace River Country My wife and I were called away by unfortunate circumstances and our rush trip was the kind where one just points the car, accelerates to 120kpms, selects cruise, and settles in for a long, non-stop drive; in our case, 11 hours from Pritchard to Grimshaw. In spite of the long hard hours of driving, for a photographer the changing scenery was nothing short of great. We were heading for the northern community of Grimshaw, Alberta. Although I prefer the changing mountains and exotic coast of British Columbia, Alberta is just great. To my eye Alberta seems wide, flat, and pretty much endless without many “bumps” in the vast landscape. I remember hearing a joke that “ya can watch your dog run away for a day”. However, my wife informed me that due to the curvature of the earth that we can actually only view 18 miles to the edge of the horizon, so I’ll change that to watching the dog run away for 18 miles. As I was driving along, watching the western sun slowly going down, it seemed to be in much the same way as I saw it many times while sitting on a sandy pacific ocean beach, I realized that old joke could sometimes be true. Peace River, which is the major community before Grimshaw, is different. The flat plains suddenly drop and the road leads into a lush, large river valley with lots of bridges. This was the place that would be
a perfect spot to resume my project of photographing bridges. After all the family welcomes, and catching up with relatives, people had to get away from the food and drink for a while. Some went skeet shooting, some to visit friends, there was last minute shopping, or in my case a cruise around Peace River. Fortunately my niece’s boyfriend, Logan, volunteered to drive me everywhere and anywhere I wanted to go. He had lived in the region all his life and he said “I’ll take you to some cool bridges”, so we bundled into his big pickup. Those that are familiar with Albertans know that they don’t like the price of gas but won’t give up owning a big four-wheel drive pickup, which is standard operating procedure. Photographers and non-photog raphers seem to deal with their worlds differently. Logan was sure all we would do is stop at some viewpoint and I would hang a little camera out the window and snap a picture, however, I loaded my 30lb camera bag containing two DSLR bodies, five lenses and two flashes into his truck. Then when we stopped I got out and told him to leave me, do the chores he had mentioned he needed to do and come back in an hour. “What? You want to be left?” Yes, photographers and non-photographers do deal with the world differently. I am a wanderer
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* O H N % N MA N that has a hard time concentrating on one subject. Sure there was the bridge and I photographed that with both my 16-85mm and 18-200mm, but there was the ice on the river, some old buildings, a boy and girl sitting on a log, a guy sitting in a gazebo playing his guitar, more large chunks of ice, and lots of other stuff that beckoned to me. About 30 minutes after I was dropped off I got a call, and I told them they could find me at a snow-covered park about a mile away. I was having fun. Reminding me we were out to photograph the bridges of Peace River, Logan hustled me back to his truck as we headed off, and I thought about how fortunate I was to have such a patient guide. And he had his own stories about every bridge we visited. At this writing I am sure, even with his help I would need several more days to photograph all the bridges. And to do it properly, I would need to take into account that some look better with early morning fog, some with late afternoon light, some in the winter and many deserve the summer. The next morning I sat my laptop on my inlaw’s kitchen table and
As The Mayor Sees It its way to completion. I foresee a good number of events this year that will draw people to the park to enjoy what is being offered. A number of groups have expressed a desire to come to Barriere and perform at the bandshell. A stumbling block to all these proposals is the need for financing. At the last Development committee meeting there was a discussion around local businesses sponsoring the
showed the people the images I had worked on the previous night. I expect there is a lot more to photograph in Peace River than just bridges but that’s what I focused on this time. Next time who knows? I am easily distracted. I will say this for those photographers that are looking for a unique experience, northern Alberta certainly has its own distinct charm, and if hospitality is important then this definitely is an area, as one old photographer friend puts it, to put on your “bucket list”. The 11-hour drive was painful, and next time I think I’ll stop more and overnight at some scenic location. I talked to a family friend that said there’s been an increase in the wolf population in recent years and on my next trip I hope to convince him to help me find some to photograph. I am easily distracted. These are my thoughts this week. Contact me at www. enmanscamera.com or emcam@telus.net. Stop by Enman’s Camera at 423 Tranquille Road in Kamloops. And if you want an experienced photographer please call me at 250371-3069. I also sell an interesting selection of used photographic equipment.
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events at the park. I trust that Councillor Sabyan and her committee will be quick to follow up the idea. An enjoyable evening of music, laughter and fun at the bandshell would be a great way to wind up the day. The only variable that cannot be controlled is the weather. We can all hope for the best though and maybe nature will oblige. Speaking of the Development committee, Mr. Paul Morris has
agreed to sit on the committee. His ongoing commitment to giving back to the community is well known through his work with the annual Toy Run and other projects. Always quick to lend a hand I am sure he will provide the committee with the benefit of his business experience as well as his energy. I hope this finds you all well and looking forward to what will be an exciting year here in Barriere.
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Genealogy 101: books By Margaret Houben North Thompson Star/Journal In my last article on genealogy, I talked about software programs. This time, I will talk about some of the books that you can borrow from the library, or if you prefer, that you can buy, although some may no longer be in print or hard to find. There are all sorts of “how-to” books on genealogy, but I’m more interested in those that actually have lists of names. For instance, if your ancestors came from Scotland, there’s the book Dictionary of Scottish Emigrants to Canada Before Confederation - it has several volumes: Volume 1 has 12,500 entries; Volume 2, published in 1996 adds an additional 11,000 names; Volume 3, published in 2002 adds 1820 names; and volume 4, published in 2005, adds entries for settlers, pastors, shoemakers, and captains in the militia as well as those who did not survive shipwrecks and fires. If you hail from Ireland, there are Clans and Families of Ireland, and Erin’s Sons: Irish Arrivals in Atlantic Canada 1761-1853. There are a variety of census books available: Heads of Households in BC in 1874; Index to 1881 Canadian Census of Manitoba; Index to 8118 Canadian Census of BC; and prob-
ably other provinces, although I didn’t spot the others on my first search of the library data base. There are multiple books on passenger lists. One that I spotted right away when doing a search online at the library, is Index of Passengers Who Emigrated to Canada Between 1817 and 1849. There are books on individual cemeteries (Pleasant St. Cemetery, Kamloops), or on specific families (Huguenot Pedigrees). Of course, there are some books that the library doesn’t have, but that you can borrow from the Latter Day Saints - go to familysearch.org or check out their Family History Centre in Kamloops, which is on Parkcrest Avenue on the North Shore. The Centre also has microfilms that you can look at which may be of interest. However, sometimes the title can be misleading, such as the book titled: Bibliography of Ship Passenger Lists 1538-1825, I just ordered it in through the library and it turned out it is just a list of the list of ship passengers and not the actual list of names of the passengers. Here I was expecting a huge volume full of lists of names, but all I got was a skinny little book listing all the different ships where the lists of passengers has been archived.
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Barley Risotto w/Asparagus & Parmesan 5 cups low-sodium veg. or chicken broth 2 tbsps olive oil 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped 1 large clove garlic, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups barley 1 cup dry white wine 1 lb asparagus, cut into 1” pieces 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/2 cup (2 oz) grated Parmesan Warm the broth in a small saucepan over low heat. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan over med. heat. Add the onion & cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 mins or until soft. Add the garlic & cook 1 min more. Add the barley & cook, stirring, for 2 mins. Stir in the wine & cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 3 mins. Add the broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring occasionally. Add the asparagus with the last 1/2 cup of broth & cook until tender. It should take 30 to 35 mins for all the broth to be absorbed. Remove from heat, season with the salt & pepper, & stir in the Parmesan. Spoon into individual bowls.
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Chicken, Avocado & Orange Salad 2 tbsps sherry or red wine vinegar 2 tbsps orange juice 6 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt & freshly ground pepper 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 2 large navel oranges 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 2 (5-oz) packages mixed salad greens 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, & sliced In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, orange juice, oil, ½ tsp salt, & tsp pepper until well blended. Cook the chicken breasts in boiling, salted water for 10 mins or until the chicken is no longer pink inside. Remove the chicken & cool 5 mins on a cutting board before slicing into long strips. Transfer the chicken to a bowl & toss with a few tbsps of vinaigrette. Season to taste with salt & pepper. With a sharp knife, remove the orange peel & white pith from the oranges. Slice crosswise into thin rounds. In a large bowl, toss the onion & lettuce with the remaining vinaigrette. Divide between bowls & top the salads with the chicken, oranges, &
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Raspberry-Rhubarb Tart 2 cups flour, plus more for the work surface 1/4 tsp kosher salt 1 cup plus 2 tbsps sugar 14 tbsps unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 3/4 lb fresh rhubarb, trimmed & cut into 1-inch pieces 12 oz fresh raspberries whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional) Heat oven to 400° F. In a food processor, combine the flour, salt, & 1tbsp of the sugar. Add the butter & pulse until resembles coarse meal. Add water, 1 tbsp at a time, & pulse until the dough comes together but is still slightly crumbly. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface & knead gently. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic, & refrigerate for 20mins. Meanwhile, combine rhubarb, raspberries, & 1cup of sugar; set aside. On a floured surface, roll the dough into a 14” circle. Place it in a lrg. cast iron skillet, allowing the dough to hang over the edge. Top w/rhubarb mixture. Fold the edge of the dough over the fruit (to create pleats). Brush the top of the dough with water & sprinkle with the remaining sugar. Bake until golden brown, 50 to 55 mins. Let cool for 5-10 mins.
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Salute to our community Each week a volunteer or student is recognized in this space for their contribution to our community. If you, your service organization or group would like to recognize an individual, please call the North Thompson Volunteer and Information Centre at 250-672-0033 or the North Thompson Star/Journal 250-672-5611.
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Performers, concession, play area for kids! Call 578-0056. Lapidary Club: 4th Wed. 7pm. Volunteer Center. 672-0153 Literacy Tutoring: Learn to read FREE. Susan Ross 672-9875. Little Fort Coffee House: 1st Friday each mth @ Little Fort Community Hall. $4/person (musicians free). For info: call Bill 672-5116. Little Fort Recreation Society: 1st Thurs. each mth 7pm LNT Catholic Women’s League: 2nd Wed. each mth, 7pm at St. George’s. Call 250-672-9330 for info. McLure Vounteer Fire Dept. Rec.: 1st Wed. each month at 7:30pm upstairs. Except Jul & Aug. 250-578-7565 for info. McLure Firefighter Practice: 2nd & 4th Tues., 7pm, McLure Firehall Men’s Floor Hockey: Tues., 8-10pm at Barriere Sec. School. NT Arts Council: Every Friday from 12-3pm, painting at NTVIC - any medium/all welcome. NT Fish & Game Club: 4rd Mon. each mth 7pm Volunteer Centre. More info 672-1843 NT Valley Garden Club: 3rd Sun. of mth, 1pm. Summer - Community Garden, weather permitting. Winter-NTVIC. NT Valley Hospice House Soc.: 3rd Tues of the mth, 11am, Little Fort Hall. More info 672-5660 or 672-9500. Quilting: 1st Tues of the mth, 10am @ Little Fort Hall. Safe Home: Get away from domestic abuse, call 250-674-2135 (Clw) or 250-682-6444 (Barriere). Wilson’s Arena weekly practice: Mon Game, Tues: Stock Dogs, Wed: Team roping, Thurs: Team penning
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CLEARWATER EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 58A Young Road, Clearwater BC V0E 1N2 250-674-2928 Fax 250-674-2938 E-mail: info@clearwateremployment.ca • Web Page: www.clearwateremployment.ca Class 1 Driving Instructor: FT/Clw. #0201 Customer Service Rep: FT & PT/3pos Little Fort #0401 Cook/Kitchen Helper: Casual/Clearwater #0111 Excavator Operator - Site Preparation Forestry: FT/Clw #0323 Boat Operator/Small Engine Mechanic: Seas/ Shuttle Bus Driver/Naturalist/Photographer: FT/ Blue River #0108 Seas/Clw #0322 Trip Leader Raft Guide: FT Seas. Clw #1203 OfďŹ ce Reception: FT/Seas/Clw #0321 Home Share Provider: FT/Clearwater#1006 River Operations Manager: FT/Seas/Clw #0320 GENERAL INFORMATION Trip Leader - Whitewater Rafting Guide: FT/Seas/ • Free Workshops: Please call 250-674-2928 Clw #0319 to register for one or all of these free workshops Whitewater Kayaking Instructor: FT/Seas/ Clw #0318 • Resumes & Interviews: Go hand in hand, Accounting Tech/OfďŹ ce Manager: FT/Clw #0317 so the better prepared you are the greater the impression you will make to your future Horse Guide: Seas/Clw #0316 employer. Please drop in and our friendly staff OfďŹ ce Assistant: Seas/Clw #0315 will assist you. Housekeeper: Seas/Clw #0314 • Targeted Wage Subsidy (TWS): Are you Breakfast/Lunch Cook: Seas/Clw #0313 currently on Employment Insurance or have Cook: Seas/Clw #0312 Chamber of Commerce Manager: PT/Clw #0311 you been in the last 3-5 years? If you have, you may be eligible for wage subsidy. Ask us Superintendent of Public Works: FT/Clw #0310 for further info. Customer Service (outside sales): FT/Clw #0309 • Funding for Skill Enhancement: Recent or Customer Service (inside sales): FT/Clw #0308 active EI clients with a career plan in mind Waitress/Waiter: 2pos/Blue River #0307 seeking assistance through Service Canada Store Clerk/Cashier: 1FT/1PT pos/Blue River #0306 are required to book an appointment with one Line Cooks: 2FT/1PT pos/Blue River #0305 of our Employment Counsellors. Tree Planters: 4pos/Seas/Clw #0304 • Self Employment: If you are interested Apprentice Greens Keeper & Maintenance Person: in Self-Employment please call our ofďŹ ce Seas/Clw #0303 and book an appointment with one of our Employment Consultants for a referral to Horticulturist/Head Greens Keeper: Seas/Clw Community Futures. Next scheduled visit is #0302 TBA or every 3rd Thursday of the month. Campground Superintendent: Seas/Clw #0301 • Blue River Itinerant: An employment Registered Dental Hygienists: FT/Clw #0208 consultant comes to town once a month. Next CDA or Dental Assistant Level 1: Mat Leave/ visit is Apr 12. If one on one appointments Clw #0208 are required please call to set up a time prior Cook: FT/Blue River #0207 to the drop in. Volunteer FireďŹ ghter 7 pos./Clw. #0205 For more information drop in to 58 Young Customer Service/Kitchen Helper: Seas/Clw. Road, Clearwater, BC or phone 250-674-2928 #0202 or fax 250-674-2938.
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Employment Opportunity – CHN/HCC Nurse – Short Term Simpcw Health Programs invites applications for a Community Health Nurse/Home and Community Care Nurse (CHN/HCC) for an anticipated short-term contract. This opportunity is effective immediately, for a short term of approximately 12 weeks at thirty-five (35) hours per week – Monday to Friday. The CHN will work under the direct supervision of the Simpcw Health Manager. The Community Health Nurse is responsible for providing health services and deliver nurse programs to promote the health and welfare of the Simpcw First Nation community. Qualities • Must adhere to Confidentiality, and be willing to be part of the Integrated Case Management team, in a cooperative manner; • Extensive or considerable experience working as a community nurse and First Nation population; • Understanding the holistic First Nation perspective/s; • Must have excellent communication skills • Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision. Professional Certification • Nursing Degree, and current registration with College of Nursing Association of BC • Valid Driver’s License • Must pass criminal record check • Professional extensive experience working with First Nations is desirable • Must be available to work immediately Application Send Resume/CV AND (3) named References by mail or email only. Grace McLeish, Medical Clerk, Simpcw First Nation Health Box 220, Barriere, BC VOE IEO Email: health@simpcw.com Deadline: April 19, 2012 by 4:00 pm. NO applications will be accepted after this date and time.
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Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780444-7103. DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Structural Steel/Precast Erectors in Kitimat, BC, Canada. Red Seal preferred. Erectors must be capable of erecting, installing of temporary braces, splice plates and welding required for the erection of precast panels. Must have the ability to read shop drawing and provide basic layout of precast. Must have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material. Provide proper crane signals to fly material in place. 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. Approximate Journeyman Structural Steel Rate $36.27 This work will start 6/15/12. Please respond to this ad by 4/20/12. Please respond via email by placing Structural Steel Erector in the subject line to: patton@bakerconcrete.com DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Rodbusters in Kitimat, BC, Canada. Red Seal preferred. Rodbusters must be competent in rigging, shaking out & installing (tying) all types of reinforcement used in concrete. Must have basic knowledge of reading and understanding cut sheets and drawings for the reinforcing. Must be capable of signaling and rigging loads for cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and the Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project. Approximate Journeyman Rodbuster $36.27 This work will start 5/1/12. Please respond to this ad by 4/20/12 Please respond via email by placing Rodbuster in the subject line to patton@bakerconcrete.com
FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS
for the Kitimat Modernization Project. Approximate Journeyman Cement Mason $31.82 This work will start 6/1/12. Please respond to this ad by 4/20/12. Please respond via email by placing Cement Mason/Finisher in the subject line to patton@bakerconcrete.com PROJECT BIOLOGIST - Terrace/Smithers McELHANNEY seeks Prof. Biologist or Biology Tech with 5+ yrs field exp in fish and fish habitat sampling and assessment, hydrologic & water quality monitoring, and terrestrial habitat assessments. For more info & to apply, visit: www.mcelhanney.com
Photography / Video Need a professional 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 film photographs. Phone 250-674-3252 or email:kmcneill@mercuryspeed.com
Business/Office Service
Work Wanted Clearwater: Attn low income seniors & persons w/handicaps. New HAFI program by BC Housing funds up to $20,000 to make modifications to your home. (Replaces the RRAP program). Call building contractor Hans Ounpuu for more info. 250-674-3875 Handyman. Plumbing, electric repairs, laminate floors, shelving, cabinets. Misc repairs. Emergency calls. Reasonable rates. corbeau@telus.net Claude 250-674-4046. 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. Tutor for Arts & Sciences, humanities. Ph. D, DVM, extensively published, 20 yrs university teaching exp. Competitive rates. MJ Politis 250-587-6325 mjpolitis@yahoo.com, www.longriderpress.net
DENIED CANADA Pensioplan disability benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca
Services
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Computer Services 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 •
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A bookstore in Clearwater? You bet! http://www.biblio.com/bookstore/ kukuchai-books-clearwater
Kathy’s Jewellery & Gifts Jewellery available Certified Scentsy consultant Product on hand To order call: 250-674-3763 Sue’s Jewellery Repairs Since 1975 - We do it all, Retipping, Sizing, Soldering. Sue Ludtke - 250-587-6357
Paving/Seal/ Coating Parking Lot Line Painting Concrete & Asphalt Sealing Call or email for free estimate intenseventuresco@gmail.com 250-674-1424
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 Hay for sale: Square bales $6, over 100 $5.50/each. Round bale: 1st cut $60, 2nd cut $65. Delivery available. 250-672-9319
Fitness/Exercise
Livestock
Elliptical Trainer Canadian Tire Cardio Style ET150 in very good condition. Will trade for treadmill in good condition. Call 250-319-8023.
Ten Yearling Heifers for sale. Owner wants them gone before the green grass gets too tempting. $1100.00 each. Call 250-674-2449
SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT
Misc. Wanted 1935-39 Chev or Pontiac 3 speed floor shift trans. 250672-0183
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Candle Creek Veterinary Service Now Open Mobile Veterinary Service Clearwater area Large animal procedures incl bovine c-sections, equine castrations and teeth floats. Emergencies and elective procedures avail by appoint. Small animal house calls for emergencies, euthanasia, etc. Sorry no spays, neuters, or immunizations. 250-674-3366 or 250-674-1754. Lve msg. Darren Ludbrook, DVM
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.
Merchandise for Sale
For Sale By Owner
Auctions
5 BDRM HOME IN TELKWA FOR SALE
Unreserved Auction, May 5, 10am. 748 Barriere Lakes Rd. Consignments welcome. Call 672-9809. Over 1000 lots.
Flea Markets Craft & Flea Market, April 21, 9am-1pm at the Barriere Curling Rink. 50/50 draw. Shop for great bargains & fun. To rent a table call 250-672-9391. 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!
Free Items FREE. 21-inch TV with stand, exercise trampoline-rebounder, small computer desk. Phone 250-674-0003.
Fruit & Vegetables Raspberry canes, heritage. 2 crops/season. Light frost hardy. You dig. $2/cane. 250-6722187 or 250-819-6522
Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for Sale CAN’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. DIY STEEL Building deals! Many sizes and models. Make an offer on clearance buildings today and save thousands of dollars. Free brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170. FAST RELIEF the First Night!! Restless leg Syndrome and leg cramps gone. Sleep soundly, safe with medication, Proven results. 1-800-7658660. www.allcalm.com **HOME PHONE Reconnect** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid long distance specials! Feature package specials! Referral program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348.
Real Estate
3200 sq ft, 4 bath, includes washer & dryer, fridge & stove, dishwasher hot tub, natural gas, contact 250-845-3315 Barriere: 900sqft house on 1/2 acre, 3 bdrm, full bsmt, $175,000. Call Gary 672-9642 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
Real Estate
Other Areas NOVA SCOTIA Rural water front lots for sale. Country living at its best. Three bedroom apartments for rent. 45 miles to university town. 1-902-5222343 www.sawmilllanding.com waterfront@bellaliant.net
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Clearwater. For rent. One-bedroom apt. in Woodside Apartments. Close to Jim’s Market, Library, Medical Center. Quiet bldg. N/S. N/P. Available May 1. $460/month. 250-674-3252. 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 Clearwater: 2 bdrm trailer, oil heat, F/S, $400/mo + DD. Call 250-674-2755
Homes for Rent Barriere: 2-3 bdrm on 1/2 acre. s/f/w/d, ns/np, $700/mo + util. Call Gary: 250-672-9642. CLTR-2 brm House/Acre-Furnished. Shed and Carport 900/m + Util. NS, Ref Req. Avail now. Sheila 250-6740077, skoroll@telus.net. Spacious 3 bdrm home on 1/2 acre in Vavenby. Forced air oil heat. Avail immed. $750/mo Call Randy 250-674-8288
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North Thompson Star/Journal Monday, April 09, 2012
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Wastewater leads agenda for District of Barriere By Margaret Houben North Thompson Star/Journal The District of Barriere held their regular Council meeting on April 2, passing several recommendations from the Feb. 21 and 29 Public Works Committee meetings. The recommendations that were passed were: that during the design stage of the Downtown Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System, the costs be explored associated with extending the sewage line across Highway 5 and south to Hall Road; that the Wastewater Plant be potentially located on the same property as the Fire Hall; that an assessment program be established for the property owners’ septic connections and our cross contamination concerns, and that this inspection be performed at the same time as the water meters are being installed; the the District host a design charette led by Eco Tek, subject to funding approval; and that Council direct the Chief Administrative Officer to contact
the Ministry of Transportation to discuss the apparent lack of traffic speed enforcement and commercial traffic personnel, especially during the 2-4 p.m. time when the schools let out, in regards to the Highway 5 bridge maintenance works conducted on February 29 and March 1, 2012, and request that these concerns be considered in future highway projects. Council members heard a report from Corporal Underhill, regarding the first quarter of the year. Council appointed the following three citizens of Barriere to sit on the Board of Variance for a three year term: Karina Scott, Robert Sorensen and Leslie Stirling. Mayor Humphreys thanked them for volunteering for this board. Council members proposed to pass three resolutions, which will now the advertised for public information before being voted on. One is for a development variance permit application, and two are for temporary use permit applications. Watch for them
in the classified section of this paper over the next few weeks. During the ‘Public Enquiries’ portion of the meeting, Richard Lowe requested Council’s input regarding the burning of tall dead grass at the Sunset Heights Trailer Park, which he felt presented a significant fire hazard. Lowe expressed the hope that the Fire Department could either come burn it as part of a practice, or that they could be on hand to provide support while residents did the burning. Considerable discussion followed, as the District currently has a policy in place that prohibits the Fire Department from doing any burning on private property. Council assured Mr. Lowe that this would be dealt with as soon as possible, and that they will have staff draft a new policy regarding this kind of issue. The next general Council meeting will be on April 16 at 7 p.m. There will also be a presentation of the District Budget on April 16, at 1 p.m. and again at 6:30 p.m.
Two vehicles rest on Highway 5 in Little Fort following a crash near the junction with Highway 24 last Tuesday morning. Clearwater RCMP report that three people were involved but none were injured. One driver was given a violation ticket for unsafe start.
Mayor touts benefits of working together This has been a busy week in the District. Spring has arrived and many projects and problems will need to be sorted out and prioritized. Recently, Mr. Myles Bruns, ThompsonOkanagan Regional Manager for the Jobs Tourism and Innovation Ministry announced funding that could be used to help forward the projects identified at the Valemount economic development session hosted by the JTI Ministry. Mr. Bruns and the JTI Ministry have continued to work with our communities on the identified initiatives to further economic development in the North Thompson Valley. Clearwater and Barriere partnered together to use the recently allotted funds for the Agricultural Land Use Inventory. Our two communities also have partnered on a Green Energy scan which will identify viable projects in our area. There are a number of things happening in the North Thompson Valley all of which will benefit Barriere. By working with our neighbouring communities we will reap the
ayor As the M ... sees it with District of Barriere Mayor
Bill Humphreys
benefits of a combined wealth of knowledge thereby providing success for everyone. Locally Councillor Stamer as Public Works co-chair in charge of roads met with Bart Chenuz, roads manager for the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to go over the roads situation. They looked at various problem areas around the District with an eye to resolving the issues. In addition to potholes and the like there has been an increase in flooding due to ditches having been filled in or simply blocked by sediment. District staff have been formulating a ditch program that will address these sorts of issues. A special council meeting was held on March 26. This meeting was structured to allow for public input prior to the council deciding on how the budget would be brought forth. The
next step will be that staff will rework the budget with the changes so that it is ready for the public meetings on April 16. Every opportunity for the public to be heard is needed so the process has to allow for that. Thanks to all that came out and gave their input. The PublicWorks committee has been hard at work on the first stages of the sewer project. It is
imperative that council determine the best possible company to provide the technology for the waste water treatment plant so a Request for Qualifications was crafted by the engineer for the project, Dave Underwood, and posted to interested parties. Also, the work of surveying the area to determine the best placement for the plant, the pipe locations, lift stations and other required components is well under way. Careful planning will allow for the maximum use of the grant the District received for the first stage of the project. There will be pub-
Barriere Curling Club
at the Legion Friday April 20/12 Doors open at 6:30pm
Bingo starts at 7pm Concession Available
lic meetings around all aspects of the sewer project. The public is invited and encouraged to attend and give their ideas and views. Councillor Sabyan, as chair of the Bandshell committee, has been working hard to form a group to sit on the committee. Her success was evident by the enthusiasm of the people that attended the last meeting. A good number of ideas were brought forth and a plan for the use and promotion of the bandshell is well on ...continued on page 15
THE TIMES photo: Keith McNeill
SAM’S PIZZA & RIB HOUSE New Location: THE OLD BARR K TREATS BUILDING next to the Y-5 Everything else the same.
Will Re-Open April 11, 2012
Craft Sale & Flea Market BARRIERE CURLING CLUB April 21 • 9am - 1pm We are open to donations
50/50 draw. Shop for great bargains & fun. To rent a table call 250-672-9391.
COME HAVE FUN
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MEALS made EASY Downtown Barriere
250-672-9929 WINTER HOURS 9am - 6pm
MEAT VALUE PACK •9.68 KG
BONELESS BLADE STEAK ............$4.39/LB VALUE PACK • 6.57 KG
EXTRA LEAN GROUND BEEF .......$2.98/LB BBQ STYLE • 9.90KG
BEEF SHORT RIBS ........................$4.49/LB BONELESS • CENTRE CUT • 9.68KG
PORK LOIN CHOPS .....................$4.39/LB BREADED • VALUE PACK • 11.22KG
PORK CUTLETS............................$5.09/LB SUNRISE FARMS • 4KG
SPLIT CHICKEN WINGS .............$34.98/EA FROZEN
PORK BACK RIBS ........................$5.98/EA
GROCERY
PRODUCE
CORN FLAKES, FROSTED FLAKES, RAISIN BRAN, RICE KRISPIES, MINI-WHEATS OR ALL-BRAN• SV • 275-525G
KELLOGG’S CEREAL .....................3/$9.99 ORIGINAL ROAST • 925G
MAXWELL HOUSE COFFEE ........$8.98/EA PUDDING OR JUICY GELS • SV •4 PACK
HUNT’S SNACK PACK..................4/$5.00 ARRIBA TORTILLA OR DUTCH CRUNCH POTATO • SV • 200-280G
INTERNATIONAL OR RISING CRUST • FROZEN • SV • 465-900G
CALIFORNIA GROWN • 4LB BAG
MCCAIN PIZZA ......................... $5.98/EA
NAVEL ORANGES ...................... $2.98/EA
FROZEN • SV • 390-680G
CALIFORNIA GROWN • #1 • 5.41KG
WONG WING CHINESE FOOD .....2/$9.00
FRESH ASPARAGUS................... $2.48/LB
QUARTERS OR SOFT BOWL •1.28-1.36KG
WHITE, SLICED OR BROWN • CANADIAN GROWN • 200G PK
PARKAY MARGARINE .................2/$7.00
FRESH MUSHROOMS .................. 2/$4.00
FAMILY CLASSIC • SV • 1.66L
FRESH EXPRESS • REG. OR LITE • 7.5OZ
BREYERS FROZEN DESSERT ...... $3.98/EA
CAESAR SALAD KIT .................. $2.98/EA
OLD DUTCH CHIPS ....................4/$10.00
BC GROWN • EXTRA FANCY • 1.94KG
SV • 10X180ML • + DEPOSIT
SPARTAN APPLES ........................$.88/LB
KOOL-AID JAMMERS ...................2/$7.00
WASHINGTON GROWN • FANCY • 3LB BAG
SV • 540ML
ANJOU PEARS............................ $2.98/EA
CAMPBELL’S CHUNKY SOUP.......4/$7.00
FLORIDA • #1 • 2.16KG
CREAM OF MUSH, TOMATO, VEG. OR CHICK NOODLE • 284ML
LARGE FIELD TOMATOES ............$.98/LB
WESTERN FAMILY SOUP .............4/$3.00
CANADIAN GROWN • #1
GOLDSEAL • REG. OR NO SALT • 213G
LONG ENGLISH CUCUMBERS ...... $.98/EA
SOCKEYE SALMON ......................2/$7.00
CALIFORNIA GROWN • #1 • 2LB CLAMSHELL
BLENDS OR FRUIT PLUS VEGGIES • SV •1.36L • + DEPOSIT
FRESH STRAWBERRIES.............. $3.98/EA
SUNRYPE 100% JUICE .................2/$6.00 SV • 320-475G
KELLOGG’S SPECIAL K.................2/$8.00 EXTRA STRONG OR ULTRA SOFT • SV •12-24 ROLL
CHARMIN BATHROOM TISSUE ....$7.98/EA
DELI
REG. OR SELECT-A-SIZE • 6 ROLL
LYONER SAUSAGE................. $1.28/100G
LAUNDRY DETERGENT ..............$5.98/EA
BOUNTY PAPER TOWELS..........$7.98/EA SUNLIGHT • SV • 24-32 USE
KAISER JADGWURST SAUSAGE ............................... $1.68/100G
Downtown Barriere 250-672-9929
MEDIUM CHEDDAR .............. $2.18/100G
WINTER HOURS 9am - 6pm Sale in effect from April 8 - 14, 2012 SV - Select Varieties
Dairyland Milk 4L
$1.00 OFF W/COUPON Skim, 1%, 2% or Homo
BARRIERE
LIMIT 1/COUPON • Valid April 8 - 14, 2012
BAKERY FRESH APPLE PIE..........................$4.28/EA PUMPERNICKEL............................$2.48/EA