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Clearwater town council has given staff the go-ahead to apply for $1.9 million in federal gas tax funding to help pay for a sewer extension to the area south and west of Dutch Lake. The funding would pay 2/3 of the projected $2.8 million cost of the project. Local taxpayers would pay the balance of about $920,000. The property owners would contribute a large portion of the local share. This either could be paid when the project ended or the municipality could provide a repayment plan over 10 to 20 years. The District would need to get approval through a referendum or alternative approval process before borrowing. Council members felt that applying for funding to pay 100 per cent of the cost would likely not succeed and might delay the project. The proposed project would include 94 parcels around the lake outlined in the initial study. The majority are residential, but there also included are resorts, commercial hotel and motels, and institutional. Added to the project would be four lots below Harby Road next to the lake. These would add $130,000 to the project but were felt to be high priority because of the potential contamination of the lake. Council had asked the consultants to look at including all of Harby Road area as well, but that would add 14 parcels and $711,000 to the project.
Smokey pays a visit Margo Kadlun-Jones holds Zasha Crombie as they visit with Smokey the Bear during Emergency Preparedness Day at the Elks Hall on Saturday, May 12. For more about the event, see page A11 inside. Photo by Keith McNeill
Shearing applies for parole a second time Keith McNeill David Shearing has applied for parole again. The former local resident was convicted of murdering six members of the Johnson-Bentley family while they were camping near Wells Gray Park in August 1982. He killed grandparents George and Edith Bentley, parents Bob
and Jackie Johnson, and grandchildren Janet, 13, and Karen, 11. He was a captured after a lengthy police investigation that included driving a reconstructed version of the Bentley’s camper partway across Canada in a bid to collect tips (the Johnson’s car had been discovered earlier with the bodies in it). However, two forestry workers found the camper
near Clearwater - it had never left the area. In September 1983, Shearing pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced to life with no eligibility of parole for 25 years. In 2008, now using the name Ennis, he applied for parole but was denied. The parole board at the time cited a number of unresolved
issues, including mild indications of psychopathy. During the hearing he confessed he had shot the four adults to gain sexual access to the two young girls. Several days later he shot the girls as well. Now 53 years old, he has applied for full and day parole. The hearing will be held Sept. 18 in central Alberta.
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Municipality offers water conservation tips Times Staff Water restrictions came into effect for users of the Clearwater water system on May 15. With this in mind, the District of Clearwater offers the following tips on water conservation. Most lawns require supplementary water at one time or another. The frequency and amount of water needed depend on a number of factors including soil type. Properly constructed lawns require less frequent watering than those with poor or insufficient topsoil. When watering, apply sufficient water to wet the soil to a depth of at least 15 cm. Depending on soil type this requires at least two cm of water, or at least one hour of irrigation with a good sprinkler. Light frequent sprinkling encourages shallow rooting and reduces tolerance for heat and CLEARWATER AND DISTRICT HOSPICE SOCIETY Serving the Clearwater Area since 2007
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Members of the Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Auxiliary pose for a photograph during their annual general meeting on May 3. Pictured are (back, l-r) Sunshine Valley rep Linda Simms, Birch Island rep Julie Howatt, membership rep Penny Christenson, gift corner rep Marilyn Collision, historian Bonnie Harms, recording secretary Eleanor Lutz; corresponding secretary Sue Campany, public relations rep Marg Anderson, Joanette Goddard of Kamloops, (front, l-r) thrift store rep Reita Vandenborre, Vavenby rep Anne Krawec; president Gail Capostinsky; Clearwater Unit rep Leslie Wolfer, and treasurer Sue Ludtke. Photo submitted
In a swing through the BC interior next week, BC Conservative Party leader John Cummins will be making a stop in Clearwater. Cummins will speak at a public townhall meeting to in the Monroe Room at the Wells Gray Inn on Friday, May 25, beginning at 7 p.m. Kamloops North Thompson Constituency Association president Ed Fehr said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are looking forward to having John make a stop in our riding. This will a great opportunity for residents to hear more about our common sense approach to government. People are looking for an alternative to the BC Liberals, and this will be an opportunity for them to find out what we stand for.â&#x20AC;? He went on to say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;People need to hear from John, and find out what
plans and ideas our party has for the future of British Columbia.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The last time I spoke with Mr. Cummins in Kamloops, I found him to be a man of integrity and honesty. I think what you see is what you get.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to encourage people to come out, have their questions answered, and from that they can draw their own conclusions as to whether they want to support our party or not,â&#x20AC;? he concluded. During this tour of the interior, Cummins also will make stops in Kelowna, Salmon Arm, Blind Bay and Vernon, as well as speaking to BC Conservative members at the founding meeting of the Fraser Nicola riding in Cache Creek on Saturday May 26.
DHMH ladies win contest Submitted Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Auxiliary held its annual general meeting) on May 3 at the hospital. A beautiful lunch was provided for the 38 members and nine guests. Judging by the turnout of members present, holding the meeting during the daytime excelled, Massage therapist Sharon Neufeld was guest speaker and spoke about how people should treat our back correctly while sitting, standing and getting in and out of our vehicles. Needless to say she was very interesting to listen to and kept our attention the full time of her presentation. There were five guests from the hospital. These included Berni Easson, who gave a brief explanation of the equipment that the hospital could use. The list totaled $12,250. The members voted unanimously that the hospital could proceed to buy this equipment as needed. Other guests were Sandra Borden, our OMA representative from Armstrong, and Joanette Goddard from Kamloops. Borden presented certificates and pins to some of our members celebrating years of service. Goddard did the installation of officers for the coming year. Each year the British Columbia Association of Health Care Auxiliaries has a competition in which your local auxiliary can submit pictures and/or a write-up. This past year the theme was â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lend a Helping Hand.â&#x20AC;? A picture was taken with some of our members weeding and getting the flowerbed at the front entrance of the hospital ready for spring. This was submitted and lo and behold the Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Auxiliary won first prize. This was presented to president Gail Capostinsky at the meeting and was a great surprise! Following the meeting there was a tour of the hospital, including the extended care. Garden party sold out The auxiliaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual garden party,
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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Happening Sale at the North Thompson Sportsplex On May 24 & 25 from 10:00am 2:00pm the North Thompson Sportsplex will be selling the plastic hockey boards from the arena. The plastic would be great for snowmobile or quad trailers and various sizes and prices are available. Sanitary Sewer System Infrastructure is a high priority for Council with the expansion of the sewer system being a main focus. The Dutch Lake area (East Clearwater Riverside Centre) is the first phase that Council will focus on for the installation of a Sanitary Sewer System. An opportunity has arisen to apply for grant funding under the Gas Tax Funds. Council will be holding public meetings for residents to understand the benefits and costs of a sanitary sewer system if the application for funding is approved. In the interest of keeping costs affordable Council will be considering several options such as borrowing, reserves and use of the Annual Gas Tax to offset residential costs. ICBC New Laws for Motorcycle Riders Effective June 1st, 2012 the law will require motorcycle operators and passengers to wear an approved motorcycle safety helmet. An approved helmet must display the proper label DOT, Snell and ECE helmet standards each containing specific labeling requirements. The helmet laws also apply to limited-speed motorcycles. astride on footpegs or the floorboards, or be properly seated in a side car. on your motorcycle. For more information on helmet, labeling requirements and seating laws go to www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/osmv/motorcycles. Competition on site plan for Dutch Lake Park tch Lake. There will be a Youth and Adult category. Please note: this competition will be launched at the May Day Celebrations and full details and maps will be available from the office or www.districtofclearwater.com at that time. Reminder to residents Please be sure to let the District of Clearwater office know your change of address. You can either come to the office, phone 250.674.2257 or email admin@docbc.ca to notify staff of your new address. Sandbags Available The Thompson Nicola Regional District has sandbags available for any residents that may be concerned with low level flooding close to their properties. If you require sandbags please call the District of Clearwater office at 250.674.2257. Upcoming Events May 25th, 2012 Free Family Fun Night at the Ski Hill May 28th June 3rd BIKE TO WORK WEEK June 30th, 2012 June 1&st & 2nd, 2012 Grad Ceremonies and Prom Upcoming Meetings of Council June 5, 2012 Finance and Audit Committee meeting 5:00pm June 5, 2012 Regular Council meeting 7:00pm
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“ Without my morning coffee I'm just like a dried-up piece of roast goat.” - Johann Sebastian Bach, composer editorial by keith mcNeill
Icefield shows effects of climate change
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Government destroying confidence Editor, The Times: From some of the articles directed at the BCTF and teachers in general I realize that it is time for more reality and less spin regarding this issue. A teacher's time commitment for planning, instructing (class time), organizing and marking of the students
work extends beyond a 40 hours a week and at certain times of year closer to 60 hours per week with no overtime pay. For the vast majority of teachers who choose to volunteer their time to coach teams, sponsor clubs and other student activities there is no monetary reward, straight
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time or overtime. This is a time commitment taken from their personal lives and that of their families on top of the curricular demands. To suggest that the BCTF and its member teachers are damaging the kids by their actions is the equivalent of blaming the moon for human lunacy - ludicrous in the extreme. However, government spin-doctors costing you millions in tax dollars are committed to destroying the public confidence in the public education system and it seems that they are being overly effective. As a recent European dictator stated, tell a lie often enough and people will believe it.
Wes Morden Blackpool, B.C.
Your editor took a couple of weeks off recently. While on holiday I had a chance to go on a short driving tour into southern Alberta. On the way there we stopped at the Columbia Icefield and were shocked by how much the glacier has receded. If you haven't been there for several years you will be surprised by the change. The Athabaska Glacier, which is the toe of the Icefield that you can see from the Icefield Parkway, is receding at a rapid rate. Over the last 125 years the glacier has lost over half its volume and receded A cairn next to an access road to the Columbia Icefield marks where the glacier over 1.5 km - that's an average of more than 10 reached in the year 1925. Since then the ice has receded far up the mountain. Photo by Keith McNeill m per year. It is one thing to read At the local level, this is important for comabout climate change munities that depend on glaciers for consistent, and it is another to see its concrete, undeniable year-round water. Here in the North Thompson, we impact. There used to be a very large quantity of ice fill- often see situations where water levels in creeks and rivers rise during hot weather because of glaing the valley at the Athabaska Glacier. That ice is ciers melting. no longer there. At the global level, the danger of catastrophe Yes, there are other glaciers elsewhere in the should be clear. world that are growing - but they are the excepWe need meaningful international action to tion. The general trend all around the globe is for reduce climate change and to mitigate its effects. glaciers to get smaller. The global climate isn't just And we need it now. changing but getting warmer.
Burnaby: Historians seek contributors Editor, The Times:
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 vice-principal; 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. The Burnaby School Board and B.C. Retired Teachers sup-
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port us. In addition, the City of Burnaby, through its 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 also 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 hope 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 please make your submission by May 31, 2012? We ask that you send your narrative to burnabyheritageschools@gmail.com Our target date for publication is early next year.
Gail J Yip, committee member Burnaby Heritage Schools
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Question of the Week
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Do you think we will have serious flooding this spring?
Sid Thomas:
Leo Kreke:
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No, it's kind of cool right now so it'll go slowly ... but I could be wrong.
Joe Labell, Little Fort (with Chance): No, because the weather is nice and cool. The river came up about a foot-and-a-half last night but I don't see a big runoff coming.
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Forest jobs won’t wait for 2013 Tom Fletcher VICTORIA Sawmill tragedies in Prince George and Burns Lake have brought overdue attention to the larger crisis, as the end of B.C.’s latest pine beetle infestation continues to transform the Interior forest industry. The urgency of the timber supply situation was set out in a couple of high-level documents that were leaked from the forests ministry in recent days. These leaks show several things, one of which is that this is a government in trouble. Someone on the inside forced the unpopular options into the public arena. Cabinet ministers have tried to dismiss the documents as early drafts, but no one has disputed their numbers. A report on mid-term timber supply looks at the four most beetleaffected areas: Prince George, Lakes (west of Prince George around
Burns Lake), Quesnel and Williams Lake. In recent years B.C.’s chief forester has increased the annual allowable cut of all these timber supply areas substantially to harvest dead trees. In Lakes, the prebeetle annual allowable cut was 1.5 million cubic metres. Currently it is up to two million, but once the beetle wood is unusable, it drops to 500,000. Even if visual quality rules are relaxed to release more timber, forest employment in the area would go from 1,572 jobs before the beetle epidemic to 521. Prince George’s much larger harvest total is expected to drop by almost half. And around Quesnel, producers say an economic supply of dead pine will be there for only another year and a half. This document and a subsequent proposal to cabinet set out the options. They include relaxing visual quality areas, old-growth
management zones and wildlife connectivity corridors. This is not as drastic as it sounds, given that the first areas to be opened up would be those where many of the trees are already dead. Most beetle-affected areas have a substantial proportion of live trees. If decade-old dead trees were subsidized for biofuel use, this would support harvest and hauling of healthy sawlogs along with them. The government is also considering swapping some existing cutting licences to increase wood supply for the Lakes district, to provide enough long-term supply for reconstruction of the destroyed Burns Lake sawmill. There is also the prospect of awarding unassigned timber to “a single representative of the six First Nations in the Lakes TSA.” Speaking to forest scientists who work in B.C., a couple of things
become clear. This pine beetle epidemic may be the largest on record, but it is far from the first. And despite many assertions by former premier Gordon Campbell, it is not certain if this one is the result of a broader climate trend or just a string of warmer winters after decades of fire suppression kept older stands around. Lodgepole pine forests are fire-propagated. The term “old growth” has little meaning in a cycle of natural fires that doesn’t occur in wetter zones. But none of this will matter much in the urban political debate that is about to ensue. “Old growth” is now a quasi-religious notion. International environmental groups have convinced most people that logging is the primary cause of forest loss. In fact, the UN’s “State of the World’s Forests” reports have shown that 95 per cent
Harper leaps over environmental regulations Editor, The Times:
Corporate Canada, especially the sector involved in extracting non-renewable resources, expects great things from Canada's majority Conservative government. Prime Minister Harper is the political action figure the multinational executives
have been dreaming about for years. Harper, the Supermanwannabe, has already demonstrated his ability to leap over environmental regulations in a single bound. He can also fly (off the handle) when confronted with questions about global warming. Some people
think he is a (Dodo) bird; others, a (combat) plane. Just like the promoters of the notoriously expensive F-35s, Harper prefers to scorch his critics with political hot air rather than give straightforward answers to straightforward ques-
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tions. Comic-book Superman knows his powers will decline if he is exposed to Kryptonite. Stephen Harper knows his powers will decline if Canadians are exposed to the truth.
Lloyd Atkins Vernon, B.C.
of global forest loss is due to agriculture. Forest cover is increasing in industrialized countries, which use farmland more efficiently. The B.C. Liberal government needs to make some tough decisions quickly, before next year’s election. The premier’s vow to “create and defend” jobs is about to be tested like never before. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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YEARS AGO: A Burnaby man was dead and another man escaped with a sprained ankle after their loaded flat deck truck failed to negotiate a corner at the north side of the Clearwater bridge and slammed into the bank. Members of the Clearwater unit of the Central North Thompson Ladies Hospital Auxiliary presented their third annual fashion show at the Wells Gray Hotel. Belle MacGregor provided the commentary, while Mavis Parker coordinated the fashions. Blue River Fire Department held its first practice of the season as they eliminated two old buildings behind Mrs. Wadlow's house. Fire Chief was Andy Fex.
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YEARS AGO: A proposed uranium mine near Birch Island would be a "Pandora's Box," said Bert Heywood, president of the Yellowhead Ecological Association. He was speaking at an
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information meeting at the Birch Island hall with about 70 people present. A large crowd was on hand for the grand opening of the Evergreen Acres senior citizen's home in Clearwater. Master of Ceremonies was Don Nelson, while Lloyd Strickland delivered the dedication. Lions Society chairman Bill Mattenley gave a brief history of the building.
HISTORICAL Perspective
BACK IN TIME were to decrease by $35. The figure applied to a home assessed at $30,500. Half of the residences in the school district were valued at more than that figure, half at less. About 20 - 25 former students, staff and trustees joined Dutch Lake Elementary School students as the school celebrated its' 25th anniversary. One room was converted to 1967 decor, complete with texts from that date.
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YEARS AGO: Work was under way on a new medical and dental clinic on Park Drive. The 5,180 sq. ft. structure was to be completed in September. Judges chose Bev Simpson as Clearwater May Queen. Cari Reedman was First Princess, while Shelly Carmichael was Miss Congeniality.
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YEARS AGO: Higher than average temperatures at night, at high elevations, were causing snow to melt and putting the North Thompson Valley on flood alert. Louis Creek was on a rampage, with about 200 truckloads of
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YEARS AGO: School taxes paid by the median homeowner in Clearwater
rip rap used to reinforce its banks. Volunteer fire departments in Vavenby, Blackpool and Barriere signed on to a scheme with TNRD to lease three new pumper trucks. MP Nelson Riis vowed to create 28,000 jobs in his Kamloops and area riding in the next term, or he would resign.
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YEARS AGO: School District 73 trustees reversed an earlier decision, resulting in Vavenby and Blue River Elementary School retaining their full-time secretary positions. "It's a safety thing. It's common sense," commented trustee Bert Walker. Trustees had agreed to cut the positions to part
time to meet an $8 million cutback to balance the budget. Three Clearwater locals came to the assistance of Mogens Eliasen and his 18-yearold search and rescue dog Bettemuir after the dog slipped and fell into the swift flowing Clearwater River. Kim Lougheed, Aaron Meland and Kyle Ritcey were credited with saving her life, following hours of delay while the dog struggled, unsuccessfully to get a foothold on slippery rocks.
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at that time but high stream flows could be a problem. TNRD emergency services supervisor Ron Storie advised people to keep children and livestock away from unstable riverbanks. Clearwater Food Bank held a fundraiser at North Thompson Funeral Home called "The Garage Sale to Die For." Over $900 was raised for the food bank and hospice society to share. About 50 people attended Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Auxiliary's second annual Garden Party at Blue Loon Grill. About 34 members and guests attended the Auxiliary's agm a few days later at Wells Gray Inn. Gail Capostinsky was chosen president. Les Musselman received a medal for 30 years of service, Guy Holland for 25 years, and Tom Meland and Mark Salden each received medals for 20 years during a ceremony by Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department.
Although the occupants suffered only minor bruising, the plane was considered unsalvageable. The minor accident set off a series of rescue efforts when, unbeknownst to the pilot, the electronic locator transmitter was activated, sending out an SOS signal. Ministry of Transportation announced it would be spending $2.4 million on a capital project to improve area roads in Clearwater and Barriere. Austyn Pelton, a Grade 4 student from Raft River Elementary School, got an opportunity to introduce her heritage fair project on Ellen Helset to the honourable Iona Campagnolo and Royal Canadian Mounted Police Cst. Dale Bendfeld at the 2007 Kamloops Thompson Regional Historica Heritage Fair.
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Little Fort Hall becomes energy efficient Times Staff On May 10 the Thompson-Nicola District approved the expenditure of $33,000 from the Federal Gas Tax Community Works Fund to go towards plumbing and electrical upgrades at the Little Fort Community Hall. With the funding, the Little Fort Community Association (LFCA) will upgrade the hall’s lighting fixtures with energy-efficient units and install plumbing fixtures with low-flow and automatic sensor units.
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Little Fort Community Hall both of which were also funded by Federal Gas Tax revenues. The first saw installation of new doors and a hotwater tank, heating system, as well as upgrades to insulation, totalling $79,947. Well and water treatment upgrades were also done at the hall, a project that cost just over $19,000.
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WCB Occupational First Aid Level 3 training available at CRC Community Resource Centre Are you looking for work? Get certified and get hired! The Community Resource Centre is offering a Workers’ Compensation Board Occupational First Aid Level 3 course (WCB OFA Level 3). This course is the most advanced course that WCB offers. An attendant possessing a Level 3 certificate can work on any provincial workplace as a designated attendant. Register today and be on your way
to getting a new job. The course will run from June 4 - 15 at the Community Resource Centre and cost $750. The OFA Level 3 training is a 10-day, 80-hour course. This course covers the skills in the Level 1, Level 2 and Transportation Endorsement courses and adds more time to develop confidence and competence in the essential skill areas. Participants will be able to: triage patients according to the rapid transport category model, perform two-operator CPR, stabilize protruding eye injuries, pro-
vide treatments for penetrating chest injuries, immobilize lower limb fractures and dislocations, manage limb-threatening injuries, rule out spinal injuries by conducting range of motion tests and perform multi-person lifts for transport. No prerequisites are required. WCB states: “A person must be least 16 years old to qualify for a Level 1, 2, or 3 certificate and in a workplace that requires a Level 2 or 3 attendant, the person must be at least 19 years old. If the attendant is under 19 years old and holds
a Level 2 or 3 ticket, he or she may provide treatment under the direct supervision of the unrestricted first aid attendant on site.” The Community Resource Centre also offers a 20-hour Wilderness and Remote First Aid training course. Individuals or groups interested in taking the course are asked to contact the CRC. For more information or to register for the OFA Level 3 course, please contact the Community Resource Centre at info@crcnt.ca or 250-674-3530.
TNRD gets ready for mosquito season Times Staff Thompson-Nicola Regional District is gearing up for what promises to be another higher-than-normal mosquito season. Rivers in the TNRD have already started flooding and the accumulated snowpack in the North and South Thompson watersheds is well above normal. Environment Canada is forecasting a heat wave, which could translate into significant flooding in the next month and hundreds of hectares of water left standing, potentially teeming with mosquito larvae. Although crews will be working up to seven days per week, residents should expect higher than normal numbers of mosquitoes this summer. Nuisance Mosquito Control Program The ThompsonNicola Regional District currently operates the Nuisance Mosquito Control Program in Electoral Areas “A” (Wells Gray Country), “O” (Lower North Thompson), “P” (Rivers and The Peaks), “J” (Copper Desert Country), “L,” and in the municipalities of Sun Peaks, Kamloops, Barriere, Clearwater, Chase and Logan Lake. The program operations are run by BWP Consulting Inc. The majority of the Nuisance Mosquito Control Program is focused on floodwaters of the North and South Thompson rivers and early spring snowmelt pools in the grasslands around Pritchard, Pinantan, Logan Lake, Knutsford, Paul Lake and Lac Le Jeune. Control of nuisance mosquitoes is accomplished by treating them in their larval stages with a larvicide containing a metabolite of the bacte-
rium Bacillus thuringiensis var israelensis (Bti). The larvicide is harmless to non-target organisms, including amphibians, birds, fish, reptiles, mammals and even other insects. BWP Consulting certified technicians apply the larvicide by hand from backpack applicators and from the air using a helicopter seeder. West Nile Virus prevention program cut back The ThompsonNicola Regional District was recently informed that funding for the West Nile Virus (WNv) Risk Reduction programs, which includes comprehensive larviciding throughout the region, as well as education and surveillance programs,
will not be available this year. This is because it has been determined that WNv levels in British Columbia are unlikely to reach those seen in other areas of North America that have experienced large, protracted outbreaks. As a consequence of this funding cut there will be no mosquito control in areas outside the boundaries of the TNRD Nuisance Mosquito Control Program. This includes the Upper and Lower Nicola Valley, Quilchena, Cache Creek, Ashcroft, Lytton as well as Clinton and surrounding areas. Mosquito prevention At this time of year, residents and property
A helicopter has its seeder filled with larvicide in Knutsford. Aerial applications are done when there is extensive mosquito larval habitat. TNRD photo
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owners are encouraged to think about places around their properties where mosquito larvae may be present. Any water-holding containers should be emptied, rain barrels should be covered with screens to prevent mosquitoes from flying in and laying eggs, and eavestroughs should be checked for proper drainage. Also, owners of swimming pools should drain water sitting on top of pool covers. This water can be capable of supporting thousands of mosquito larvae. For more information contact Cheryl Phippen at bwp@shaw.ca or call the 24-hour mosquito advisory line at 250372-5700. Additional information can be found online at tnrd.ca
WorldHost training Susan Johanson celebrates after receiving her WorldHost certificate. She was one of five to complete the first WorldHost Customer Service Training for Tourism and Hospitality, which was held at the Community Resource Centre on May 14. The WorldHost course specializes in teaching superior customer service skills to help businesses leave that everlasting best impression with its customers. Other students were Christopher Miller, Kerry Miller, and Linda Miller. Course instructor was Marieke Oud. Photo by Margot Venema
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On Sunday, May 13, a road safety check stop was set up on the corner of Highway 5 and Highway 24 in Little Fort. Clearwater Traffic, Kamloops Traffic, Kamloops IRSU (integrated road safety unit) and Barriere RCMP took part in the check stop, which lasted for approximately six hours. Police checked a large number of vehicles and issued numerous tickets. Of note were a charge against a prohibited driver, a small (no case) drug seizure, and a large drug seizure consisting of two pounds of marijuana, 100 grams of cocaine and 500 tablets of morphine.
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will assist with the rodeo. A fingerprinting booth will also be set up for parents who wish to have a record of their child’s fingerprints. Should you require any further information, please contact Kim Strickland, Cst. Tyson Bruns or Sgt. Kevin Podbisky at the Clearwater Detachment.
Lock it up
Police issue a reminder to citizens to lock up their vehicles at night. With the warm summer weather approaching, sticky fingers will be wandering the night more often than before. Clearwater RCMP is already investigating several theft from motor vehicle incidents that occurred in the last couple of weeks. If you have any information that may help, feel free to call us and give us a tip.
In search of misbehaving mademoiselles
On the night of May 13 two females, approximately 13 to 16 years of age with shoulder length hair showed disrespect to their community by spray painting the walls of the Blackpool Fire Hall. Not only did they spray paint the walls but they also broke glass all around the building before running off into Thompson Crossing Trailer Park. This is not the way anyone wants the community to look when visitors drive through town. If anyone has any information on who these two females are, please notify Clearwater RCMP. Members are currently interviewing witnesses and gathering more descriptions of the criminals.
BC Hydro bills: Public meeting coming in Kamloops May 23 Times Staff Have your Hydro bills gone up since your ‘smart meter’ was installed? If so, you should attend a public meeting coming up in Kamloops, say members of the Interior Smart Meter Awareness Group. The meeting will be held Wednesday, May 23, at the Desert Gardens (540 Seymour St.), starting at 7:30 p.m.
Guest speaker will be Sage Aaron, communications director, COPE 378 (Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union) COPE is collecting evidence of Hydro overbilling and other technical malfunctions. Every example is important, they say. For Further Information contact: Brian Thiessen, chairman, Interior Smart Meter Awareness Group at nobcsmartmeters@ gmail.com; or Trudy Frisk at 250-573-5196.
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Vavenby News: Young parishioners have party The Bear roars to Robyn Rexin
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After the service on Sun., May 13, the Vavenby Christian Church (VCC) held a birthday party for two of its young parishioners. Both Hayden Moilliet, son of Adam and Krystle Moilliet, and Kelsey Rexin, daughter of Christina Fillion and Kevan Rexin, turned one year old within five days of each other. Hot dogs and hamburgers were barbequed and some people brought salads. Krystle baked a little cake for each birthday child for them to dig in to and what a mess they made! More desserts were brought by others for everyone else to enjoy. It was a beautiful day and a lot of people spent their time for the party outdoors.
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Above: Krystle Moilliet holds her son Hayden during a joint birthday party held May 13. Photos submitted
Left: Kelsey Rexin sits on the lap of her grandmother Robyn Rexin during the joint birthday party.
The Bear radio station in Barriere made history as it roared to life and took to the air waves for the first time Thursday May 10 at precisely 10:31 a.m. on 93.1FM, playing a song by popular singer/songwriter Adele. The driving force behind the station is local radio announcer Steve Shannon, North Thompson Radio Inc., and he says hitting the airwaves was a banner moment for the community, and for himself personally. “Shortly after we went live I played the Joe Cocker song ‘I’ll Get By With A Little Help From My Friends’, and that’s exactly what made this all happen, thanks to people in the area such as Lana Laskovic, Carl Woody, Marty Philibert, Mike Fennell, Jill Hayward, Wayne Broomfield, Colleen Hannigan, Kevin McMahon, and Bill Fowler. The station is just broadcasting to
the immediate area on minimum power right now, but we are live 24/7, 365 days a year.” Shannon noted that after a CRTC permit is received in the near future the station can ramp up to level two, “which will give us really good coverage”, and in approximately three to four months level four after the installation of a transmitter on a NT Valley mountain. “Level four will let people hear The Bear from Heffley Creek to Blue River,” said Shannon. The Bear will bring adult contemporary music to listeners, community announcements, live discussions, and more. Shannon says he is encouraging local non-profits to drop off written information about their upcoming community events in the letterbox at the radio station on Barriere Town Road next to the fire hall, or call him at 250-6722059. Tune in and listen to The Bear.
Charting a future for Canada’s forest products industry OTTAWA, The Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) unveiled Thursday a new industry-led vision that outlines where the forest industry sees itself by the year 2020. Through its accompanying goals, the vision will challenge companies, governments and other partners to find innovative ways to further transform the sector to reach its potential. Under the brand of “Canada’s Natural Advantage”, the FPAC vision states “by 2020,
the Canadian forest products industry will power Canada’s new economy by being green, innovative and open to the world. It is a place to grow and prosper.” Vision 2020 sets out three ambitious goals for the sector: • Products: Generate an additional $20 billion in economic activity from new innovations and growing markets • Performance: Deliver a further 35 per cent improvement in the sector’s environmental footprint
• People: Renew the workforce with at least 60,000 new recruits including women, aboriginals and immigrants “Canada’s forest products industry has already made significant progress in becoming more competitive, in tackling new markets, in developing innovative new bioproducts from wood fiber and in greening our operations,” says the president and CEO of FPAC, Catherine Cobden. “However we do not intend to rest on
$1 million supports watersheds, sustainable fish populations foe Rivers Trust Fund Ministry of Agriculture The province is providing further support for the BC Living Rivers Trust Fund with an injection of $1 million for its core programs. This money is in addition to the $21 million that was given to the organization between 2002 and 2006. The Living Rivers Trust Fund supports delivery of critical fisheries research and fish habitat restoration
programs throughout British Columbia. The provincial government established it to provide a legacy based on healthy watersheds, sustainable ecosystems and thriving communities. The Living Rivers Advisory Group administers the trust, which focuses on three major program areas: * The Fraser Salmon and Watersheds Program. * The Georgia Basin/Vancouver Island Program.
* The Skeena Fisheries Program. The programs are implemented through community-based projects, developing a network of organizations throughout the province, including significant development with First Nations. Over the past six years, the fund has enabled 450 projects and leveraged the provincial investment by at least three times through shared funding with other organizations.
our laurels. This vision will inspire us to go even further to ensure a vibrant path for the industry in the years ahead.” “The Government of Canada is proud of the unprecedented investments we have made in the evolution of Canada’s forest industry and applaud the industry
for its ongoing transformation,” says the Honorable Joe Oliver, Minister of Natural Resources. “Our government supports the development of new, innovative products and technologies, and growing markets so that Canada’s forest sector will continue to be on a strong footing into the future.”
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In Loving Memory
Carol Welch Sept 23/41 ~ May 18/09 We thought of you with love today But that is nothing new We thought about you yesterday And days before that too We think of you in silence We often speak your name Now all we have are memories And a picture in a frame. Some may think you are forgotten Though on earth you are no more But in our memory you are with us As you always were before. A million times we’ve thought of you A million times we’ve cried If loving could have saved you You would have never died. You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide And though we cannot see you. You are always at our side. It broke our hearts to lose you. But you did not go alone Part of us went with you On the day God called you home Forgive us lord, we’ll always weep For the Best Friend/Mother/Nana We loved but could not keep. Connie, James, Baylee, Travis, Leroy, Carmen, Madison, Lisa, Kevin, Brittney & Amber
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Monday, May 21, 2012 Clearwater Times
Local youth spends two years in China Robson Beaudry
Firefighters learn how Two of Clearwater Fire Department’s newest members, Lars Kolind (front) and Chris May (behind Lars) join other firefighters from across the province as they learn how to attack a burning propane tree during Oliver Spring Training Weekend, May 5 and 6. About 400 firefighters took part, including five from Clearwater plus members from Barriere, Blackpool and Vavenby. Photo submitted
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The first thing that hit me when I stepped into Asia was the humidity. The air was thick and made you sweat instantly. I was already out of my element and hadn’t even left the airport. Riding in a bus away from the airport, I caught my first sight of the skyscrapers of Hong Kong. The city was lit up, and the sheer height of everything blew me away. Since then, I’ve stopped being amazed at the size of Hong Kong; I’m able to navigate the streets with ease. In fact I’ve grown to love this city; the first place I’ve lived that hasn’t been Clearwater. It’s been an incredible journey. In early 2010 I applied to a program called United World Colleges. This organization gave scholarships for youth to attend one of 13 schools around the world. These schools taught the International Baccalaureate or IB. The IB is an equivalent to 12th grade high school, plus a bit of first year university. The program has lasted two years and in a matter of weeks, I will graduate. I was surprised and elated when I first heard that I selected to attend a UWC in Hong Kong. I was initially nervous about leaving everything behind, about pursuing an education in a culture that I had no idea about. However, I would not pass the opportunity up, so I packed my bags and departed for my new life. My fellow students were nothing short of amazing. Smart, motivated and from countries around the world - it was an honor to study with them. And study I did. The academics moved at a breakneck pace, and I had naively decided to begin studies of Mandarin Chinese. Often called the most difficult language for an English speaker to learn, I soon learned why. China is a civilization built on a completely different foundation from
Robson Beaudry visits a Buddhist temple in Macau.
the West, and this was reflected in its language. Eventually, I managed to get a hold on my studies. It was then that I started to truly experience the environment around me. Over the course of two years I have visited six different nations: North Korea, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and United Arab Emirates. I could write pages about each one of these countries; each one provided me with an insight into the diversity of Asian culture. As I travelled these places, I realized how much more there is outside Canada than I had previously thought. I also realized how incredibly fortunate Canadians are. To live in such a peaceful, prosperous and free society is a true privilege. I saw the totalitariRobson Beaudry checks out the skiing in the anism of North Korea, and the mountains of Yunnan Province in southwestern abject poverty China. Photo submitted faced by many
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in Cambodia, and I couldn’t help but wonder what would have happened had I been born elsewhere. I think that as Canadians, we have a responsibility to help those not just within our borders but also around the world. At the very least, we should be aware of what is happening in the greater world around us. I now sit in my dormitory, looking at what I’ve accumulated over my two years overseas. I’ve become stronger, smarter, and more insightful. I’ve seen incredible things, learned a new language, and made powerful friendships. However, it will soon be time for me to leave all of this behind. It pains me, but I also know that it is for the best. I won’t be returning to Canada however. I recently received another scholarship to study four years at New York University in Abu Dhabi. Don’t let the name fool you, although connected to a university in New York, this university is right in the centre in the Middle East. There is another culture to explore, more adventures to be had, new people to meet. I’m not yet ready to return to my previous life in Canada. Deep down, Clearwater and Canada will always be an intrinsic part of my identity. For now however, my journey will continue.
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Emergency Preparedness
The garage sale to die for (L-r) Don Cool clicks cups with Irene Roach and Ena Chiasson as they try out the stock during the second annual Gargage Sale to Die For. The event was held Saturday, May 12, in the parking lot at North Thompson Funeral Home and raised $1,600 for Clearwater’s Food Bank and Hospice Society. Last year it raised $900. Photo by Keith McNeill
Kevin Deckert and Gretchen Reveille check out the radio and sliding map display in Wells Gray Search and Rescue's incident command trailer. The multi-purpose vehicle was just one of several interesting displays during an Emergency Preparedness Day event held in front of the Elks Hall on May 12. Local fire departments, BC Forest Service and BC Ambulance took part as well. Photo by Keith McNeill
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Eleanor Collins leads the Zumba crowd during a community event in front of the Sportsplex on Thursday, May 10. Jenna Simpson also instructed. Nearly 200 took part.
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On Thursday May 10, an impressive total of 193 people gathered at the Rotary Sports Park for the BCRPA and Healthy Families BC Move for Health Day to do Zumba. Zumba is the latest hot fitness thing to do. Alberto “Beto” Perez
created this Latin dance-inspired exercise program by accident in the mid-1990s. At the time, Perez was an aerobics fitness instructor in Cali, Colombia. One day he discovered that he had forgotten his traditional aerobics music when he was about to teach his aerobics class. So he decid-
ed to use the salsa and merengue music he had with him instead and focused on letting the music move you. The class turned out to be a great success and from there it grew. At present, Zumba is practiced by 12 million people of all ages, in over 125 countries. The number of
people participating in the Zumba Fantastica event shows how popular this dance now is in Clearwater. After an hour of dancing in the evening sun there were healthy snacks and lots of prizes. All participants went home tired but with smiles on their faces and a little fitter.
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Obituaries IN LOVING MEMORY
William Frederick Anderson Oct. 9, 1922 -Mar. 11, 2012 Bill passed away after losing a courageous battle with cancer on March 11, 2012 at the Moog & Friends Hospice in Penticton, B.C. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Annalies, two sons; Gil of Prince Rupert, Gordon (Gloria) of Vernon, granddaughter, Jordana of Vernon and sister, Edith Kinzel of Kamloops. Sadly predeceased by his brother, Malcolm in 1957, mother, Irene Anderson in 1964, and father, Frederick Anderson in 1977. Born in Saskatchewan and raised on a farm in Duck Lake, Saskatchewan, he enlisted for the war in 1941 and served with the Royal Canadian Engineers. Upon return after the war, he moved to B.C. and worked on the Hope-Princeton Highway and then for the gold mine in Hedley. In 1949, he married Annalies Egli of Keremeos. When the gold mine closed, he moved back to Saskatchewan in the early 50s and worked for farm implement companies. In 1971, he moved to Clearwater, B.C. and was employed by Clearwater Timber Products. After his retirement, he then moved to Oliver, B.C. and later Penticton, where he resided at the time of his passing. Bill led a very active life. He was
a life member of the Legion in Clearwater, Oliver, and Penticton, holding various positions and a 60+ year member of Hedley Masonic Lodge. He also was an avid stamp collector and enjoyed traveling to the various stamp shows. Bill loved to travel and in his last years was fortunate to travel to Europe three times to areas he had been while serving during the war. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm on May 26, 2012 from the Royal Canadian Legion, 502 Martin Street, Penticton, BC. Memorial tributes may be made to the Moog & Friends Hospice House or the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent to the family through providencefuneralhomes.com. Providence Funeral Homes, Parkview Chapel, 250-493-1774
Linking innovation and skills VANCOUVER and OTTAWA, Apprenticeships and regulated occupations are vital to the continuing health and long-term success of the Canadian forest products sector says a new report from the Forest Products Sector Council released at the 25th PwC Annual Forest and Paper Industry Conference in Vancouver. The report, Linking Innovation with Skills: Apprenticeship, regulated occupations and workforce development in Canada's forest products sector suggests current apprenticeship and training practices need to change to keep up with a coming skilled worker shortage. Employers and workers both agree on the benefits of apprenticeship - a higher quality of work, safer work environments, higher wages and higher produc-
tivity, and increased employee satisfaction. But with only 40 per cent of the forest products sector employers continuing to invest in apprenticeship training, the rates of participation may be lower than needed to replace retiring workers. At the professional level, the report highlights the declining enrollment in university forestry programs leading to a professional forestry designation and suggests key HR shortages will exist if this trend continues. The reports notes: "With collective will - and through determined collaboration with stakeholders such as educators and governments - apprenticeship training and regulated occupations can continue as strong contributors to the success of Canada's forest products sector." The report, Linking Innovation with Skills:
Apprenticeship, regulated occupations and workforce development in Canada's forest products sector is available on the Council's website at www.fpsc-cspf.ca/
IN LOVING MEMORY
IN LOVING MEMORY
Jennie Clark 1925 - 2012
Sim, Linda October 19, 1953 - May 12, 2012
Long-time Clearwater resident Jennie Clark passed away after a short illness on May 9, 2012 at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital, with three of her sons by her side. Born Jennie Quinn on October 19, 1925 in Vancouver, BC, Jennie has lived in the North Thompson valley for over 40 years. Predeceased by her husband, Kenneth Clark in March of 1993, following 49 years of marriage, Jennie is survived by her children: Bob (Deanna) Clark of Williams Lake, BC, Pat (Sue) Clark of Prince George, BC, Steven (Francine) Clark of Kelowna, BC, Jennifer (Pat) Hamilton of Airdrie, AB, Wendy (Fred) Conroy of Airdrie, Gordon (Sonia) Clark of Grand Cache, AB, Gerald Clark of Clearwater, BC, Stewart (June) Clark of Saskatoon, SK, and Andrew Clark of Clearwater, BC. Jennie loved to travel. She enjoyed reading, gardening and knitting. Everyone will miss her wonderful knitted goods. Following cremation, a gathering to remember Jennie Clark will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.norththompsonfuneral.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services, Clearwater, BC, phone 250-674-3030.
Linda passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family, on May 12, 2012 at the Okanagan Hospice House in Kelowna, BC, after a brave fight with cancer. She was only 58 years old, but lived a full and happy life. She was born Linda Joan Mae Koehler on October 19, 1953 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Mourning Linda’s passing are her husband, Bill Sim; her son Grant Sim; her daughter Candice (Patrick) Rider; her grandson Cayden Rider; her mother Bernice Koehler; her sister Glenda (Neil) Mallach and her brothers Doug (Sue) Koehler, Terry (Nadine) Koehler and Gerald (Tammy) Koehler, her brother-in-law Dale (Colleen) Sim, plus many nieces and nephews and other family and family friends. Linda was predeceased by her father, Raymond Koehler. Linda met the love of her life, Bill Sim, in September 1966 in Kamloops, BC, where they were married in 1971. Bill and Linda moved to Clearwater, BC in 1971, where they settled in to this beautiful community to work, play and raise their two children. In August 1986, Linda started working at Safety Mart, a place she loved, where she always
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greeted her many friends with a smile, a laugh and a hug. Linda loved life and lived it to the fullest. Her many hobbies and interests included golf, hiking, photography, reading, yoga, camping and travelling. But most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, chatting, laughing and having fun. A memorial service honouring Linda’s life will take place on Friday, May 25, 2012 at 2 p.m. at the Clearwater Community Baptist Church. Everyone who knew and loved Linda is welcome, an open mic will be available and light refreshments will be served afterwards. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the BC Cancer Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services, Clearwater, BC, 250-674-3030.
Clearwater Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor Bill Kelly Saturday Service - 10am Clearwater Christian Church
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CLEARWATER Sunday Service Mass • 11am - 12pm UNITED CHURCH Church of St. James Tuesday & Thursday Catholic Worship & Children’s 10am Church • Sunday 9am 324 Clearwater TheRev.GrahamBrownmiller 250-672-5653 Village Road or 250-674-3808 250-672-5949 or 250-676-9435 •Father Don O’Reilly www.norththompsonpc.ca
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UPCOMING EVENTS May 18-21: Raft River Rockhounds and the BC Lapidary Society will be hosting Rendezvous 2012 at the North Thompson Sportsplex. Open to the public May 19 & 20 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.. May 21: Victoria Day.
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ONGOING EVENTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 674-3703 for more info. • Clearwater Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 9:00 am – Noon. For more information please call Anne at 250-674-3444. • Clearwater-Vavenby Lions Bingo: Every 2nd Tues. Elks Hall. 250-587-6269 • M&M (Mrs. & Ms.) Social. Last Sun of the mth Wells Gray Inn. 1pm: 587-6503 • Blackpool Community Hall Coffee House; Local musicians – every 2nd Fri. of the month watch for posters. Doors open 6:30 pm. Concession, $3 or 2 for $5. • Clearwater Elks Bingo - every 2nd Thurs. Elks Hall. open 5pm • Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm. • Little Fort Coffee House 7pm Little Fort Hall. 1st Fri of the mth Oct. - May except Nov. Bill 672-5116 • Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm. CHILDREN & FAMILIES • Raccoon StrongStart at Raft River Elem school days Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri from 8:45-11:45am • Raccoon StrongStart at Vavenby Elem school days Wed 8:5011:50am • Clearwater Breastfeeding Group: 3rd Wed. of every month 7:30pm @ YCS • Mother Goose - Mornings, To register call Kerry at 250-674-2600 ext 227 • Community Baptist Jr. Youth Gr. 5, 6, 7 - 7-8:30pm • Community Baptist Sr. Youth Gr. 8-10 - 7-9:30pm HEALTH & HEALING • Shambhala Meditation Group: meets every Tuesday at Forest
House 6:30-8:00 pm. Info: 250-587-6373. • Connections Healing Rooms - every Friday from 1-3pm (except stat. holidays). 86 Young Rd. No charge. Sponsored by Living Streams Christian Church. www.healingrooms.com. • Healthy Choices – every Tues 9am, 12 & 5:30pm at Skills Center. Info call Kim 674-0224 • Clearwater & District Hospice Society every 3rd Mon. Sept-Jun 10am Legion Building. RECREATION • Drop-in soccer: Tuesdays & Thursday at 7pm at CSS field. Everyone welcome! • Bowling: Mon. 10–12pm & 1-3pm; Thurs., 1-3pm. Seniors Centre at Evergreen Acres. 674-2699 • Clearwater Sno-Drifters: Meet 1st Thursday of every month. 250-676-9414 • CNT Rod & Gun Club: 3rd Sun. of the mth. Blackpool Hall 7pm Sept. - April • Drop in Tennis: Mon & Thurs 6:30pm All levels. Double & single play. Rotary Sports Park. • Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 674-2468 annie.pomme@ hotmail.com • Clearwater Walks – Strollers & Striders, Mon. 12:30 & Wed 5:30pm, meet at YCS. Info 250-674-7082. • Core Strength Fitness. Tuesdays. Classes at 10-11am 250-6740001 SENIORS • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society 3rd Sun Social Meet at the Wells Gray Hotel at 12:30pm for lunch or dessert, & chat • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society Book Club Meets the last Thursday of the month at 2:00 at the public library All seniors are welcome
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North Thompson Arts Council Celebration of the Arts, June 23-24, 10am-4pm both days. 4307 Yellowhead Hwy, Barriere. More info at norththompsonartscouncil.com. Pancake Breakfast Blackpool Hall Sunday, April 29 8 am - 11 am $5/person
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Yellowhead Community Services is looking for an individual or couple willing to share their home with a semi-independent woman with an acquired brain injury in her 40’s. This individual requires some support with daily living skills such as budgeting, attending appointments and engaging in social/recreational activities within the community. Twenty four hour care or supervision is not required as this individual is quite independent, but would enjoy the company of others within the home to engage with, play cards, go shopping and out for coffee. Applicants will be required to undergo a criminal record check and participate in the home study process to ensure compatibility and suitability. Experience and/or knowledge working with individuals’ with a disability and/or mental health issues would be an asset. Financial compensation will be provided. For more information or to discuss further please contact Nikki Vincent at 674-2600
Traffic Control persons wanted for part time employment. Must have valid ticket. Please call Rhys at Reliable Traffic Control, 250-674-1484.
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An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our fleet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators. You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated field work. Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051
Mature, resp person needed for laundromat & tanning salon. Sat. to start; Sun. when summer picks up. 10 am - 4 pm. Pls leave resume with Sandy at TNT.
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For well established salon in Invermere, B.C. Enjoy outdoor recreation at its finest! Please call 250-342-6355
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Help Wanted
An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.
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Employment
JASPER SUPER A is currently recruiting a candidate with good interpersonal and communication skills, with a positive energetic attitude for the position of Full-time Permanent - Premium Clerk. The primary duties include scanning, ordering, receiving, merchandising, replenishing stock, inventory and facing shelves. Candidates require the skills and ability to maintain operational objectives in the Manager’s absence. Computer literacy is a must. Candidates must have the flexibility to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. A grade 12 Diploma and a clean Security Clearance are also required. Jasper Super A offers competitive compensation, rental accommodations and health benefits package to eligible employees, as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development. If you believe that you are prepared for this challenging position and have an interest in working within a dynamic organization, please submit your resume, in confidence to: Jasper Super A, P.O. Box 818, 601 Patricia Street, Jasper, AB, T0E 1E0. Fax 780-852-5491. Email: rick.lagace@tgp.ca We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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E-mail: info@clearwateremployment.ca • Web Page: www.clearwateremployment.ca Power Point Designer: PT/Clw #0508 Automotive Industrial Parts Person: FT/Barriere #0511 Traffic Control Person: 3-positions PT/Seas #0510 Home Share Provider/Roommate: FT/Clw #0509 Power Point Designer: PT/Clw #0508 Reservations Coordinator: FT/Blue River #0507 Sous Chef: FT/Seas/Blue River #0506 Server: FT/Seas/Blue River #0505 Prep Cook: FT/Seas/Blue River #0504 Line Cook: FT/Seas/Blue River #0503 Bus Person: FT/Seas/Blue River #0502 Breakfast Cook: 2-FT/Seas/Blue River #0501 Housekeeping: PT/Seas/Clw #0417 Cook: Casual/Clw #0416 Cook: 2 positions/Seas/Clw #0415 Customer Service Employee: 4 positions/Seas/Clw #0414 Baking& Cook Assistant: 2 positions/Seas/Clw #0413 Barista: 2 positions/Seas/Clw #0412 Controller: FT/Blue River #0411 Dishwasher: FT/PT Blue River #0409 German/Dutch Speaking Tour Guide: Seas/FT Clw #0408 Housekeeper: Summer Season/Blue River #0407 Campground Attendant: FT &PT/Seas/3 positions/Clw #0406 Server: FT & PT/Seas/2 positions/Clw #405 Front Desk Clerk: FT/Seas/2 positions Clw #0404 Housekeeper: PT/Seas/3positions/Clw #0403 Cashier/General Help: PT/Seas/2 positions/Clw #0402 Customer Service Rep: FT & PT/3 positions Little Fort #0401 Shuttle Bus Driver/Naturalist/Photographer: FT/Seas/ Clw #0322 River Operations Manager: Full time/Seas/Clw #0320
Trip Leader – Whitewater Rafting Guide: FT/Seas/ Clw #0319 Whitewater Kayaking Instructor: FT/Seas/Clw #0318 Office Assistant: Seas/Clw #0315 Cook: Seas/Clw #0312 Line Cooks: 2 F/T, 1 P/T position/Blue River #0305 Cook: FT/Blue River #0207 Volunteer Firefighter: 7 positions/Clw #0205 Customer Service/Kitchen Helper: Seas/Clw #0202 Class 1 Driving Instructor: FT/Clw #0201 Cook/Kitchen Helper: Casual/Clw #0111 Home Share Provider: FT/Clw #1006 GENERAL INFORMATION • Free Workshops: Please call 250-674-2928 to register for free workshops. • Resumes & Interviews: Go hand in hand, so the better prepared you are the greater the impression you will make to your future employer. Please drop in and our friendly staff will assist you. • Targeted Wage Subsidy (TWS): Are you currently on Employment Insurance or have you been in the last 3-5 years? If you have, you may be eligible for wage subsidy. Ask us for further info. • Funding for Skill Enhancement: Recent or active EI clients with a career plan in mind seeking assistance through Service Canada are required to book an appointment with one of our Employment Counsellors. • Blue River Itinerant: An employment consultant comes to town once a month. Next visit is May 10. If one on one appointments are required please call to set up a time prior to the drop in.
For more information drop in to 58 Young Road (above Raft River Fitness), phone 250-674-2928 or fax 250-674-2938 Operate by Yellowhead Community Services The Employment Program of BC is funded by the Government of Canada & the Province of British Columbia
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WELDERS, FITTERS required for busy Edmonton FCAW structural steel shop. $2733/hour base plus benefits, OT, indoor heated work, paid flight. Fax: 780-939-2181, Email: careers@garweld.com
Work Wanted Clearwater: Renovations, Additions, Home Repairs, New Construction. HAFI Jobs, Project Management. 40+ yrs exp. Hans Ounpuu. 250-674-3875 Handyman: Residential renovations/repairs/new construction. 28 yrs exp. Barriere. HAFI program. Seniors discounts. Call Ray Semrick 250-318-5925 Need some help with those odd jobs you don’t have time for? Call Keiran Jones at 250674-3051
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Handyman Service specializing in drywall and tile. Call Andrew at 250-677-4215.
Misc Services
Garage Sale Sat. May 26 9 am - 1 pm 356 Wyndhaven Pl. Lots of kids’ stuff!
A bookstore in Clearwater? You bet! On-line at
Heavy Duty Machinery
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161. M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.
Fitness/Exercise Elliptical Trainer Canadian Tire Cardio Style ET150 in very good condition. Will trade for treadmill in good condition. Call 250-319-8023.
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Feed & Hay For sale. 100 small square bales grass hay $4 per bale. 250-674-3665.
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CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
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Reduce Debt
Sue’s Jewellery Repairs Since 1975 - We do it all, Retipping, Sizing, Soldering. Sue Ludtke - 250-587-6357 Word by Word Proofreading & Editing 250-674-7118
Small Ads work!
Services
Financial Services
www.biblio.com/bookstore/ kukuchai-books-clearwater
Large reptile tank for a lizard, snake, turtle or what have you (36”x18”x13”) complete with heat lamp, daytime lamp, and filter. Screened top. $195 for all. Call 250-674-7118.
Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET
WAIST AWAY the summer days in a new bathing suit. Get your 1st 9 weeks for $99 Proven Results! Call Herbal Magic now 1-800-854-5176.
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Appliances For Sale: Kenmore silver front load W/D w/drawer stands. 2yrs old. $1200. 250-672-9867
Auctions BC LIVESTOCK is holding a ranch equipment auction Saturday May 26th 10:30A.M. For Craig Ervin of Lone Butte. Tractors, haying equipment, backhoe, trucks, tools, saddles & tack, skidoo’s, quads, lots, lots more. View website at www.bclivestock.bc.ca F.M.I. Call 250-573-3939
Photography / Video
Food Products
Need a professional
MacLennan Farms has young grass finished beef & lean grass finished hamburger. 250-6742449. Please leave a message. May 19th Farmers’ Market: asparagus, lettuce, spinach, greens, shoots, rhubarb, eggs, vegetable bedding plants, baking, crafts.
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
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by Keith McNeill Digital and film photographs. Phone 250-674-3252 or email:kmcneill@mercuryspeed.com
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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Misc. for Sale 16’ shuffleboard. 672-9867
$100.
24th ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 25th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 26th from 10am-4pm. Approx. 125 tables.$3 admission is good for both days. 4 all season tires on Pontiac rims, $500. Toshiba DVD play. /rec., $75. Raspberry canes, $2/ea. Bamix Mixer w/small grinder, $150. B&D Blender, $30. Iron $5. 250-672-2187 or 250-819-6522. Additions. Where is. Ideal for free-standing or to expand your home’s square footage. One at 10’x36’6”; one at 10’x27’. Phone 250-587-6151. Big Chief Smoker. Top loader. $35; Equalizer hitch. Comes w/hitch, bars, clamps, & 2 5/8 ball, $325; Chest waders, $15. Ph. 250-587-6232 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
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For sale / for Lease Purchase or for Lease 2.06 acres of flat land zoned C1, Clearwater BC Main floor of building consists of 3 large separate areas 1. 23’ x 43’ (1,000 sq ft) 12’ 7 ceiling 2. 16’ x 43’ (700 sq ft) 13’ ceiling 3. 20’ x 34’ (680 sq ft) 9’ ceiling Second floor = (500 sq ft) 1 bdrm suite Gas pump Island and fuel tanks (2,000 gal and 3,000 gal) also available
Open to Leases or rentals on individual areas Call Dwaine @ 778-549-0410
Misc. for Sale
Strong values of Safety, Respect, Progressiveness, Open Communication, Integrity and Profit guide us at Tolko. READY TO APPLY YOURSELF? If you are interested in exploring this opportunity and being part of our community, please visit our website at: www.tolko.com and submit your resume by May 21, 2012 or fax: (1)250.546.2240
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Rentals
Clearwater. Riverside Guest House. Rent by the day or week. Covered porch overlooking Clearwater River, large kitchen and living area, fully furnished with linen. Available until July. info@riveradventures.ca. 250-674-0001.
Want to Rent
Apt/Condo for Rent Barriere: fully self contained recent reno. 1bdrm app 4 rent. 10 min from town. Incl sundeck, heat, hydro , satelite tv, washer. NS/NP/Ref. $525/mo. Avail immed. (250)672-9241
Clearwater. Older man looking for a room with/kitchen.Lv msg at Times office 250-674-3343.
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Clearwater: 1 bdrm suite, 500 sq. ft., $550/mo, incl util. DD req. Avail now. 778-549-0410.
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Duplex / 4 Plex For Rent: 3 bdrm Duplex, fenced backyard, inground sprinkler system, heated 1 car garage. RR/DD, Barriere. Avail May 15. $875/mo 672-0041
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Barriere: Detroiter 12’ x 60’ mobile home. Has storage addition. $18,000.00 obo. 250-672-2162
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Clearwater: 2 bdrm trailer, oil heat, F/S, $400/mo + DD. Call 250-674-2755
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Cars - Domestic 1994 Mazda MX6 LS 5-speed. Excellent condition. New tires, rotors, brakes, battery. $2500 obo. 250-674-2172.
All Makes, All Models. New & Used Inventory.
Recreational/Sale
Clearwater: 3 bdrm, clean, spacious, propane fuel. $675/mo + util; 2 bdrm + den, dblwide, wood stove, oil heat, $600/mo + util. No Pets, N/S, DD req. Both incl w/d, f/s. Mtn Meadows MHP 250-587-6123
DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557
1983 Vanguard camper, 9.5 ft, awning, excellent condition. $1850.00 obo 250-674-3616 BIGFOOT SIGHTINGS! New 2012 Bigfoot Campers have arrived only at Mike Rosman RV! 1-800-667-0024 www.rosmanrv.com
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THE DISTRICT OF CLEARWATER Contract:
Russell Creek Water System UV Upgrade
Reference No: 2863.0002.02 The Owner invites Bids for construction of the work, which in general terms, will consist of the following: x
Removal and/or modification of existing piping, grating, electrical panels and other components from the existing chlorination building;
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Supply and installation of two SwiftSC D03 Trojan UV reactors including all necessary piping and instrumentation within an existing chlorination building;
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Supply of one sodium hypochlorite metering pump and complete metering skid, complete with (among others) valves, calibration column, pressure sustaining valves. This equipment will integrate with the existing pump and form a complete duplex duty/standby sodium hypochlorite metering system;
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Supply of sodium hypochlorite system components, including containment and various instrumentation equipment;
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Removal of existing pumps and piping within existing pump house; and
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Supply and installation of two vertical inline multistage centrifugal pumps within existing pump house.
Contract Documents and reference material for this contract will only be distributed electronically in digital format (PDF format) through the tendering website at: www.merx.com (Private Tenders tab). Electronic Documents include:
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• Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate required • PLC experience a definite asset • Industrial construction experience a plus
Homes for Rent Barriere: 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher. No indoor pets, NS. Near amenities. $1200.00/mo 604-855-2188 Clearwater. House for rent $825/mo. Spacious 3-bdrm family home. Basement w/fm/rm+den. 2-car carport, large yrd. Mobile for sale. 1888-587-6270. Pine Grove Mobile Home Park. 1244 Ford Rd. Clearwater, BC. Clearwater. House on 1/2 acre in Miller sub. $950/mo, DD, W/D, F/S, DW. Avail. July 1. Ref. req. 250-319-5169.
The successful Bidder will be required to enter into a CCDC 2 (2008) Stipulated Price Contract.
TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD. is currently seeking Certified Millwrights and Electricians to join our teams across BC. We are an equal opportunity employer and this position offers an excellent pension and benefit program.
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Misc. Wanted Used Postage Stamps
Commercial/ Industrial Property
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Transportation
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Looking for broken washers, dryers, fridges and stoves. 250-674-0079.
Commercial/ Industrial Property
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Support International Scouting by donating used stamps which are sorted & sold to raise money for the International Development Fund of the International Scout & Guide Fellowship. This fund pays for training for Scouters in the third world. Drop stamps off at front counter of the Star/Journal in Barriere, or call Margaret at (250)672-9330.
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• Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate required • Mill experience a definite asset • Welding certificate would be a benefit
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DISTRICT OF CLEARWATER
FOR SALE Hockey Board Plastic (various sizes and prices)
at the North Thompson Sportsplex
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Contract Front End and Specifications
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Issued for Tender Drawings
Tenders are scheduled to close at: Tender Closing Time:
2:00 pm local time
Tender Closing Date:
June 6, 2012 at the following address and location:
Address:
District of Clearwater c/o Urban Systems Ltd. 200-286 St. Paul Street Kamloops, BC V2C 6G4
May 24 & 25 , 2012
Name of Owner’s Representative:
10:00am – 2:00pm
Chantal Richard, E.I.T., Project Engineer Email: crichard@urbansystems.ca Telephone: (250) 374-8311
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Scrap Batteries Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288
NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W1857
Trucks & Vans For sale. 2000 GMC Sonoma 4x4 with canopy and 4 extra tires. Runs good. 200,000 km. $5500. 250-674-2156.
Utility Trailers Quad Axle trailer, 8’ 6”, Budd axles, T/A pole trailer, T/A dolly, bunks, bolster, rides, bullboard. $3200. 250-674-2114
Boats 12’ Smokercraft Wide Beam, Merc 4 stroke w/approx 14 hrs w/seats. Pete 250-587-6300
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Please be advised that George S. Briggs is proposing to remove 20.26 hectares of private land from Woodlot License W1857, located north of Clearwater, in the Upper Clearwater Valley, within DL 2179, a privately owned lot wholly owned by George S. Briggs. Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to George S. Briggs, PO Box 429, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N0 by June 3, 2012. Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to.
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District of Clearwater Invitation to Tender
Expression of Interest For the Position of Community Recreation Healthy Living Coordinator The District of Clearwater is calling for an Expression of Interest for the position of a Community Recreation Healthy Living Coordinator. Due to popular demand there is an exciting opportunity for an interested person to provide leadership in moving the Community Recreation Healthy Living program forward. This is a contract position for approximately 12 hours per week with the opportunity for developing partnerships to further expand the program. The term is yet to be determined. This is a dynamic and exciting time of change and growth in our community, and a great opportunity for a progressive, results-oriented person. If you are a highly motivated person who demonstrates experience and knowledge in coordinating programs and events in the areas of health, fitness and recreation this would be for you. If you are a community oriented person who enjoys working with people, this contract is for you.
Avola Parks, Cemetery and School House Maintenance Electoral Area "B" (Thompson Headwaters) The Thompson-Nicola Regional District , Electoral Area “B”, is hereby accepting bids to undertake the following works for the summer of 2012 (June 1st – September 30th):
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Provide grounds keeping and minor maintenance at the Avola Park
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Provide grounds keeping and minor maintenance at the Avola Cemetery
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Provide grounds keeping, minor maintenance and janitorial at the Avola School House.
In order to bid on this on this contract, a copy of the Avola Parks, Cemetery and School House Maintenance Agreement must be obtained from the undersigned. A bid sheet will be provided with the contract package. Sealed tenders addressed to the undersigned will be received until 4:00 pm, May 25th, 2012. The lowest bidder will not necessarily be the successful applicant.
The District of Clearwater will be accepting submissions of Expression of Interest for this contract position until NOON on May 24th, 2012. Along with your Expression of Interest please submit a portfolio outlining your experience and ideas for moving this program forward. Please mark your submission as CONFIDENTIAL: Community Recreation Healthy Living Coordinator, Attention: Leslie Groulx, Chief Administrative Officer by either dropping it off at 132 Station Road, or mailing to Box 157, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0. For more details please contact Leslie Groulx, at 250-674-2257.
Further information may be obtained from: Sherri Madden Services Coordinator Thompson-Nicola Regional District 300 - 465 Victoria Street Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2A9 Phone 250-674-3530 Email: admin@tnrd.ca
PUBLIC NOTICE Take notice that pursuant to Section 168 of the Community Charter, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District will be presenting the Directors and Committee Members Remuneration and Expense Report for the year ending December 31, 2011 at their next regular Board of Directors meeting, as follows: 1:15 p.m., Thursday, May 24, 2012 TNRD Board Room 4th Floor, 365 Victoria Street TNRD Civic Building, Kamloops, BC
District of Clearwater Expression of Interest For the Position of Sports Coordinator The District of Clearwater is calling for an Expression of Interest for the position of a Sports Coordinator. The District will be moving forward with a contract for a Sports Coordinator, this part-time position will be responsible for performing professional and administrative works in planning, organizing, implementing and supervising a sports program to complement the use of District facilities. This is a term contract position for approximately 10 hours per week to start July 1st and end December 31st, 2012. If you are community and people oriented, highly motivated, have familiarity with the principles and rules of minor sports and can demonstrate experience and knowledge of the basic methods and techniques of organizing tournaments and sports activities this position is for you.
The report presented at the meeting will be available for public inspection at the regional district office during regular office hours commencing Friday, May 18, 2012 until June 30, 2013.
The District of Clearwater will be accepting submissions of Expression of Interest for this contract position until NOON on May 22nd, 2012. Along with your Expression of Interest please submit a portfolio outlining your experience and ideas for moving this program forward. Please mark your submission as CONFIDENTIAL: Sports Coordinator, Attention: Leslie Groulx, Chief Administrative Officer by either dropping it off at 132 Station Road, or mailing to Box 157, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0. For more details please contact Leslie Groulx, at 250-674-2257.
Liz Cornwell, CMC Manager of Legislative Services TNRD
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INSIDE ROUND STEAK ................$3.99/LB
FOLGERS COFFEE .......................$2.98/EA
PERLETTE GRAPES .................... $2.98/LB
EYE OF ROUND • FAST FRY • 9.46KG
SV • 1L
MEXICAN OR BC GROWN • PER BUNCH
SANDWICH STEAK......................$4.29/LB
VLASIC PICKLES...........................3/$6.99
GREEN ONIONS OR RADISHES.... 2/$1.00
FRESH • SWEET N SOUR • VALUE PACK • 4.61KG
SV • 1L • + DEPOSIT
CALIFORNIA • 2.16KG
PORK SIDE RIBS ..........................$2.09/LB
MINUTE MAID, FIVE ALIVE OR NESTEA ....................................10/$10.00
BROCCOLI ....................................$.98/LB
MARINATING • VALUE PACK • 8.80KG
BONELESS • CENTRE CUT • VALUE PACK • FAST FRY • 9.24KG
PORK LOIN CHOPS .....................$4.19/LB
CHUNKY SOUP OR CHILI.............2/$5.00 OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRY JUICE.............................................2/$6.00
TROPICAL MIST OR CRISP MORNING AIR • 32 USE
HOT HOUSE TOMATOES..............$.88/LB
ABC LAUNDRY DETERGENT ..... $3.98/EA
CALIFORNIA
WESTERN FAMILY • WHITE OR BROWN • 907G
PEDIGREE • ORIGINAL OR BEEF • 2KG
ROMAINE LETTUCE ..................... $.88/EA
LONG GRAIN RICE .......................3/$4.98
VITALITY + DOG FOOD ............ $5.98/EA
C
WESTERN FAMILY • CREAMED OR LIQUID • 1K
CHEDDAR, MARBLE OR MOZZA • SV • 500G
CHOCOLATE BARS...................10/$10.00 SV • 454G
SMOKED GOUDA CHEESE ..... $2.78/100G
AVOCADOS ................................. 3/$1.98 CANADIAN #A • 1.94KG
HERSHEY’S REESE OR LOWNEY • SV • 1PK
HONEY GARLIC PEPPERONI......$1.58/100G
WESTERN FAMILY • SV • 12-24 ROLL
BATHROOM TISSUE.................. $5.98/EA
HONEY .......................................$6.98/EA
VIRGINIA HAM........................ $.88/100G
MEXICAN
CAMPBELL’S • SV • 540ML OR 425G
BLENDS OR 100% • SV • 1.89L • + DEPOSIT
DELI
PRODUCE
BLACK DIAMOND CHEESE ....... $5.98/EA FROZEN • SV • 295ML
MINUTE MAID LEMONADE, NESTEA, FIVE ALIVE OR FRUITOPIA ..........4/$5.00
KICKING HORSE COFFEE..........$11.98/EA
FROZEN • SV • 340G
OR ACCENTS • SV • 540ML
MCCAIN CREAM PIE ....................2/$5.00
AYLMER TOMATOES ...................3/$5.49
SV • 2L
SV • 340G
CHAPMAN’S ICE CREAM .......... $4.98/EA
CATELLI NOODLES ........................2/$5.00
DAIRYLAND • SV • 8X175G
1L • FRIDGE FIT
MULTIPACK YOGURT............... $4.98/EA
WESTERN FAMILY KETCHUP ......2/$5.00
DAIRYLAND • 1L
MINI-WHEATS, CORN FLAKES, RAISIN BRAN, FROSTED FLAKES, RICE KRISPIES, CRISPIX, ALL-BRAN OR CORN POPS • SV • 275-525G
CHOCOLATE MILK .......................2/$4.00
KELLOGG’S CEREALS ...................3/$9.99
KRAFT SINGLES......................... $7.98/EA
WESTERN FAMILY • 12X500ML • + DEPOSIT
SPRING WATER ...........................2/$5.00
SV • 1KG
FROZEN • SV • 227-284G
MICHELINA’S DINNER..................4/$5.00
Sale in effect from May 20 - 26, 2012 • SV - Select Varieties
BAKERY
FRESH BAKED HOT DOG BUNS ........................ $2.28/8PK SOURDOUGH BREAD ...................$2.28/EA