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The end of an era An excavator operated by Blaine Roshinsky knocks down Clearwater’s old firehall on Thursday morning, Oct. 4. Local contractor C. Burman built the firehall in 1969 with help from firefighters and students from the high school. Since the construction of the new firehall it has been used mostly for storage and training. Photos by Keith McNeill

Yellowhead welcomes premier’s powerline plan Times Staff Yellowhead Mining Inc is welcoming a recent statement by Premier Christy Clark in support of a new power transmission line into the North Thompson Valley. As reported in last week’s Times, during her keynote speech on Sept. 28 at the Union of BC Municipalities convention in Victoria, Clark said, “We believe in companies like Yellowhead Mining in the North Thompson, and that’s why we’re working with Hydro to connect them to the power that they need.” The company has long said that a major obstacle in developing its proposed Harper Creek copper-gold-silver mine has been the absence of adequate and secure electricity.

In a media release issued following Clark’s statement, the company announced that it expects shortly to appoint a financial advisor for the overall debt financing. Arranging financing has been another obstacle to the project. Estimated cost to construct the mine is over $800 million. The release also said that the company believes that construction will commence in the third quarter of 2013. The media release included quotes from Ian Smith, Yellowhead president and CEO, in an interview with the editor of the Clearwater Times. “I’ve always said our biggest asset is the support we’ve got from the North Thompson communities,” Smith said. “Now that we

have support from the premier and her government, that’s the icing on the cake. With this commitment, we hope to connect before the end of 2015, with start-up shortly thereafter. Now that we have a target that we can work to, we can get into a position to break ground and create jobs ... and that’s what it’s really all about, so there’s no need [for local residents] to drive 12 or 13 hours to Alberta to work.” District of Clearwater Mayor John Harwood added: “This is really excellent news. I’m glad that Clearwater made it to the head of the table and that people are realizing how important this is.” The mayor of Barriere, Bill Humphreys, echoed these sentiments: “I am very pleased

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Trucking association to give comments on roundabout Keith McNeill A Clearwater councilor has said the pro-

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one of the letter writers to the Times says truckers are dead set against them.

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The fact is the BC Trucking Association does not have any official policy on roundabouts, said Louise Yako, the association’s president and CEO. “We’re not for or against,” she said. “We just want the right kind of infrastructure for the traffic and the evolving demand.” Her association

has been asked by the Ministry to comment on the roundabout proposed for the corner of Highway 5 and the road to Wells Gray Park in Clearwater, she said. They have asked the Ministry for clarification of some of the information received. Once that clarification has been received, the matter will be referred to one

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Police and Argo give winter driving warning Keith McNeill Winter is on the way and local residents should get ready for the first snowfall of the season. “This is Canada. Every year it gets cold and it snows, but every year people are surprised by it and end up in the ditch,” said Sgt. Kevin Podbisky. Clearwater RCMP’s NCO-in-charge was speaking during a winter awareness meeting held at Argo Road Maintenance’s yard in Clearwater on Thursday, Oct. 4. Drivers should make sure they have their snow tires on, have their car (L-r) Argo operations manager Dale Schneider, Clearwater senior foreman Cody prepared for winter, and Clifton, and Justin Van Iterson, senior foreman for Clearwater and Barriere, drive to road conditions, discuss the Western Star tri-drive tridem behind them - the biggest of the four Podbisky said. trucks in the Clearwater yard (there is also a large grader). The truck has a 575 The sergeant’s caution about driving to road HP engine and can carry 14 - 16 cubic meters of sand, nearly twice the other conditions was echoed by trucks, and an important factor when considering the long distances involved. Its carbide bullet blade can cut off compact snow while its reversible front blade Tom Bone, Argo’s gencan pivot left or right. Photo by Keith McNeill eral manager. “When the first snow comes, we throw everyPriorities for the snowplows are schoolbus routes thing we have out onto the roads. Some people simand the highway, he said. Only after they are cleared ply don’t prepare,” he said. will they move to secondary roads. Argo only plows Just because the road is clear at Vavenby is no rea- driveways in an emergency. son to assume there won’t be four inches of snow on New pieces of equipment for the Clearwater and the highway a few kilometers north at Mad River. Barriere Argo yards should help this winter. “Slow down and give us time to do our jobs,” The budget for new tires alone was $100,000, said Bone said. “We try to do our work in the mornings Bone. but we can’t control when it snows. If you see us with Other tips for the winter include not leaving vehiour flashing lights on, they’re on for a reason.” cles parked on the road where they will interfere with Bone said it is not Argo’s policy for their snowsnowplows. plows to pull over simply to let other motorists pass. One of the best ways to get winter driving inforIf they do pull over, it is an indication that the mation is at the Drive B.C. website (www.drivebc. road ahead is in relatively good condition. ca or 1-800-550-4997 is updated every four hours. “If we’re only going 40 or 50 km/hr, it’s an indica- Accidents, major events, significant weather changes tion that that is the safe speed,” Bone said. and traffic advisories are updated immediately. Last winter a commercial truck tried to pass an Argo hosts a winter awareness meeting every Argo plow on the right. It struck the plow and went fall, with representatives from all agencies and into the ditch. Even though he was obviously in the organizations involved, such as police, Ministry wrong, the truck’s driver complained that the snowof Transportation and Infrastructure and tow truck plow had been interfering with his schedule. operators.

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BC Hydro upgrading Clearwater substation Times Staff Premier Christy Clark’s recent statement in support of a new power transmission line into the North Thompson Valley isn’t the only electricity-related story happening locally. The transformer in the Clearwater substation failed on May 19 according to BC Hydro spokesperson Dag Sharman. “As per our redundancy planning, distribution circuits were re-configured to

deliver power from the Vavenby substation and have been doing so since that time,” he said. “BC Hydro engineers these ‘back-up’ plans into our systems for reliability. He added that there have been no problems or issues with Vavenby substation during this time. It has performed as expected. BC Hydro crews have been conducting some maintenance work at the Clearwater substation while the transformer

has been out and customers being fed from Vavenby. A replacement transformer is on site in Clearwater and being prepared for service. “We expect to have it installed and in operation in late October,” said Sharman. The replacement transformer is of higher capacity than the old transformer. The old transformer was an 18-megavolt amperes (MVA) unit and the replacement is 25MVA.

What’s Happening District of Clearwater business Fire Ban Extended The District of Clearwater Open Fire ban has been extended to October 15th, 2012 due to recent warm and dry weather to help prevent human caused wildfires and to protect the public. Permissive Tax Exemption District of Clearwater Council will be considering Permissive Tax Exemptions at the October 9th and 23rd Regular Council meetings. Public Works Public Works staff have installed two new water sampling stations in the Raft River area at the corner of Scott Road and Raft River Road, as well as the end of Fawn Road. The Public Works staff will be working on Hydrant Maintenance in the next few months. Prepare Your Home for Winter With winter just around the corner it is important to make sure you have prepared your home for the upcoming snow and cold. Here are some tips: 1 Check your chimney Before getting chestnuts ready for the roasting, get your fireplace set for the fire. Grab a flashlight and look inside for build-up, bird's nests or obvious cracks. From the outside, check for broken bricks and crumbling mortar (if applicable). Ensure that your damper opens and closes and seals tightly. Clean out the ashes and remember that in addition to these steps, you should have your chimney professionally cleaned every other year (more often if you burn a lot of fires). Stock up on wood and kindling, and you're ready for a comfy, cosy season by the fire. 2 Seal the windows Seal drafty windows to keep heat in and energy bills low with one (or both) of these two simple tasks. First, caulk the cracks. Sold in temporary or permanent form, caulking is inexpensive and easy to apply. Second, cover your windows in a thin plastic film (available at any hardware store) and tape it down with waterproof double-sided tape, heating the edges with a hair dryer and pressing the protective layer into place. When it gets warmer outside, simply peel the film off, open the window, and let the sun shine in. 3 Clear out the gutters Clogged gutters block the drainage of rain and melting snow, resulting in household leaks and damage to landscape and foundation. As fall sheds its last leaves, grab a ladder, a garbage bag, some rubber gloves and dig in. Remove everything, from twigs to leaves to caked-on dirt. Check that the downpipes are clear of obstruction and then ensure the entire system is un-clogged and leak-free by running water through it. Upcoming Events October 13th - 6th Annual Dessert Extravaganza October 19th – 52nd Annual “of the Year” Awards October 20th – Octoberfest Dance Upcoming Meetings of Council October 23rd, 2012 – Economic Development meeting – 5:00pm October 23rd, 2012 – Regular Council meeting – 7:00pm November 6th, 2012 – Finance and Audit Meeting – 5:00pm November 20th, 2012 – Regular Council Meeting – 7:00pm

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“ The hardest arithmetic to master is that which enables us to count our blessings.” - Eric Hoffer, social commentator Guest editorial by Gwynne Dyer

Nukes remain in the cupboard

Elks get ready for fall season Editor, The Times:

Hi Clearwaterites, how are you doing? I hope all is well in your home. This is Phyllis chatting about my Clearwater Elks again. Sept. 9 we held our first meeting of the fall and a very nice meeting it was. It was nice to see everyone and to talk over our accomplishments. Saturday breakfasts at the Farmers Market are just about over and I am sure they are all thinking, “Thank goodness.” It is a very rewarding job but it is hard work too. To the Breakfast Club, congratulations, job well done. Thank you to the extra help and supporters. The flowers around the Elks Hall are pretty well finished. Those pretty flowers in the pots are just beautiful and they are still growing. Earl and Lorraine look after the grounds and they have added three younger workers. These boys are so appreciated. Your parents must be very proud of you (I know I am - one of the boys is my great grandson). Names of these boys will appear later on. Thank you, boys.

The Lions have started Bingo again, thank goodness. People were getting a little antsy with only two bingos a month - not enough if you are a bingo player. The Lions Bingo is the first and third Tuesday of the month. The Elks Bingo is the second and fourth Thursday. Doors open at 5 p.m. for the Lions and the Elks bingos. Everyone is welcome. Plans are underway for our December Bazaar. It will be on Dec 7, 8 and 9. You can be at the hall all three days or only one day or two days - your choice. The charge will be $10 per table per day. Look for more details at a later date. I look forward to seeing every one again. Clearwater has a very talented group of people. Oh oh, I almost forgot that fourletter word is coming up (Xmas). If your home is too small for everyone, why not rent the Elks Hall? Phone 250-674-3456 for more information. Until next time, take care and be happy.

Phyllis Bucknell Clearwater Elks

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The major powers have all had their nuclear weapons on permanent alert, ready to launch in minutes or hours, for the past 40 years. Changes in the level of political risk, even the end of the Cold War, have had little or no effect on that. But wouldn’t it be safer and cheaper to “simply put (the nuclear deterrent) away in a cupboard and keep it as a contingency in case there were ever to be a deterioration in the global security picture”? In terms of orthodox strategic thinking, that is heresy. But the man who made that heretical suggestion was Sir Nick Harvey, until last month the defence minister in charge of the British government’s nuclear capability review. Replaced in the recent cabinet reshuffle, Harvey is now free to speak his mind. At last week’s Liberal Democratic Party conference, he did precisely that, saying that he “wanted his legacy to be bringing the United Kingdom down the nuclear ladder.” The orthodoxy still says that every selfrespecting great power must have its nuclear weapons on permanent alert, in order to deter a surprise attack by some other nuclear power. But, as Harvey told The Guardian newspaper, “If you can just break yourself out of that frankly almost lunatic mindset for a second, all sorts of alternatives start to look possible, indeed credible.” So what are the alternatives to eternal hair-trigger readiness for an attack nobody really expects to come? You could just get rid of all your nuclear weapons, of course, and you’d probably be just as safe as you are now. But if you can’t get your head around the idea of nuclear nakedness, you could at least store your magical cloak in the closet, safely out of the reach of foolish children.

What Harvey was actually proposing was that Britain should get rid of its missile-firing submarines when they get too old, and rely on a few cruise missiles with nuclear warheads to keep everybody else honest. Store them somewhere safe, and don’t even take them out unless the international situation has got dramatically worse. In fact, why not do that right now? Those “boomers” - nuclear-powered submarines carrying long-range ballistic missiles with multiple nuclear warheads - were really designed for “retaliation from the grave” if all the owner’s cities, military bases, ports and hamburger stands were destroyed in a massive surprise nuclear attack. Does anybody expect such a thing in the current era? Well, then... So put the toys away, boys. Don’t expect the Israelis, the Indians and the Pakistanis to follow suit, because they live in parts of the world where full-scale war with a powerful enemy is still a possibility. But together they have only about 500 nuclear weapons; the five nuclear-armed great powers have around 11,000. Somebody has to start, and Britain is the likeliest candidate of the five. Sir Nick Harvey lost his job in the cabinet reshuffle, but the “nuclear capability review” is still underway. Even Britain’s generals think that another generation of fully deployed missile-firing submarines would deprive them of most of the other new weapons they want, so the issue will stay on the table. Dumping the boomers and locking the remaining nuclear warheads in the cupboard would be a useful halfway house on the way to getting rid of them entirely. - Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

People who help people make our town better Editor, The Times:

Clearwater Farmers' Market will soon be closed for the season. You'll all be missed, and members of local Elks Club #499 are already waiting for next year. You make an important part of our community. You made us appreciate those Saturday morning breakfasts and visits with our friends new and old. The Elks will pack away everything and will continue on with their other activities. Let's not hibernate. Oh, it is so tempting to do just that crawl in a hole for the winter and just be a grumpy old bear. What do you have to share? Each of us has a hidden talent. What is yours? Do you

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knit? Could you, would you teach someone else? Can you crochet? Share your talents. Do you like to read (real) books? There are people in this community who would like to have someone read to them. Do you like to walk? There is someone out there who likes to walk but doesn't want to walk by his- or herself. Do you like to bake? Maybe make up a few extra cookies or a cake; even bread or muffins and share with someone who cannot manage to do that anymore. Do you can? Bet someone would like a jar of home canned pickles, jam, whatever. Do you drive? Maybe you know someone who doesn't or can't anymore, perhaps they like to go out shopping

or lunch, or just a drive in the country, or to visit a friend. We all have something we can do. None of us are experts, but we can share our abilities. Every organization in town is always looking for 'new" members. Pick one, join one. People who help people make our town better. Volunteer. A volunteer is one who offers services, joins forces, or groups of his/her own free will. You offer yourself and or your services. You do this without payment. You are supported by free will contributions (maybe/hopefully). Volunteering is usually a spontaneous giving of one's self.

Jean Gross Clearwater, B.C.

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Question of the Week

Do you think Canada should decriminalize marijuana?

Perry Taylor: Yes, because there are a lot of people who need it and use it. I think it's a burden on the criminal system and on the tax system.

Sandy Kalanchey (Vavenby): Yes, it helps so many people for medial reasons that I think it should be legalized.

Joyce James:

Dennis Newby:

Kevin Kennedy:

No, because kids start with marijuana and continue on to harder drugs. And it's not good for your health.

Yes, absolutely, because I have undetermined hypertension so bad it's amazing.

Yes. Our justice system is overloaded and organized crime is encouraged by our draconian treatment of soft drug use.

Seeking the best for Wells Gray gateway Editor, The Times

In a recent letter to The Times, registered professional forester Wes Bieber urges the residents of Upper Clearwater to trust to normal protocol regarding Canfor's stated intention to log our valley. To do otherwise, he suggests, is to divide our community - a rather odd assertion in light of the unanimity achieved on this issue at a public information meeting in Upper Clearwater earlier this summer. For the record, neither the Upper Clearwater Action Committee nor the Wells Gray World Heritage Committee is calling for no logging. What we are calling for is a moratorium on logging until the question of how best to manage the main portal area to one of Canada's grandest, most iconic wilderness parks can be reviewed by a full range of stakeholders on equal footing. In this one instance, we feel that the implications of industrial-scale logging are too farreaching to entrust to any business-as-usual protocol. Given that decisions made today will, for example, likely shape the status of Clearwater

as gateway to Wells Gray, it behooves the B.C. government to chart the way ahead very carefully. We do not dispute that the forests in question lie within Canfor's cutting area. Even so, the forester responsible for this proposal is well aware - and has publicly acknowledged - that this same area is also subject to a prior agreement between the Ministry of Forests and residents of Upper Clearwater. We believe that according to the terms of this agreement, no major logging is to be undertaken in our valley. This being the case, it seems reasonable to ask whether Canfor really has any business pursuing industrial-scale logging here at this time. Canfor's president and CEO lately assured the people of British Columbia that Canfor "... will not support actions that overturn landscape objectives set through public planning processes unless there is full public consultation and support" (Vancouver Sun, 16 July 2012). Naturally we are inclined to see the Upper Clearwater issue as a test case for the substance of Canfor's

stated commitment to its social contract. We thank Mr. Bieber for presenting what he apparently sees as the best and highest use of our valley from the perspective of the forest industry. As the question of how to handle the portal to Wells Gray now moves onto the larger provincial and national stage, it is to be hoped that he will welcome other perspectives on this issue as well. Wilderness is a commodity whose value can only increase with passage of time. In the final analysis, our call to MLA Terry Lake for a moratorium on logging in Upper Clearwater is simply a request that one of Canada's grandest, most iconic wilderness preserves be permitted to fulfill its full ecological and economic services to society: http://www.wellsgrayworldheritage. ca/

Trevor Goward for the Wells Gray World Heritage Committee Steve Murray for the Upper Clearwater Action Committee

Is it too late to ask for lights? Editor's Note: The following is an open letter from the former TNRD director for Area A -

Mayor John Harwood and Council,

I kinda feel like the little girl who pointed out that the emperor has no clothes. Is it too late to ask why an old-fashioned traffic light wouldn't work better for cars, trucks and pedestrians at Highway 5 and the Park Road? It would be effective, less disruptive, safe and massively less expensive. Ahh, what the hell, it's only taxpayers' money.

Paul Caissie Upper Clearwater, B.C.

Logging moratorium needed for Upper Clearwater Editor, The Times: Regarding Trevor Goward’s open letter to the CEO of Canfor (“Heritage committee asks Canfor to rethink planning,” Aug. 27 issue), another vital issue for many Clearwater Valley residents is water quality and quantity. I am concerned about the impact that logging and road building by Canfor could have on the west slope of Trophy Mountain. I own nearly 500 acres in the Clearwater Valley, half of it directly below the area of proposed logging. I operate two guest cabins, which attract an international clientele. The water supply comes from Shook Brook, which flows off Trophy Mountain onto the property. The irrigation and fire protection systems

depend on this creek. Since 2002, I have been a licensed independent power producer for B.C. Hydro with a dam, penstock and turbine on this creek. Shook Brook is currently a very stable stream with minor seasonal fluctuations. It has never flooded and never gone dry in the 17 years that I have owned the property, and the previous owner since 1944 never experienced that either. If the drainage basin above the intake is logged, I am sure the fluctuations will become significant and the creek could even go dry, as nearby streams such as Fage and Ordschig do in late summer. Everybody who lives or does business along the Wells Gray Park road below Trophy Mountain depends on its flowing

streams for their water supplies, either by gravity or wells. I have invested a lot of money in my water and hydro system, but I doubt if Canfor will voluntarily compensate me if the creek no longer has a reliable year-round flow due to upstream logging. Logging took place on Trophy Mountain during the 1980s and early 1990s. The downstream effects of these clearcuts have been devastating and included the loss of three highway bridges: First Canyon Creek in 1997, Spahats Creek in 1999, and Grouse Creek in 2001. Second Canyon Creek and Fage Creek nearly washed out the highway. Hundreds of residents and tourists were trapped beyond these washouts for periods of up to a week. The cost to taxpayers

for new bridges, road repairs, rescue helicopters and emergency personnel was over $5 million. However, the stumpage fees earned by the government from this unwise logging on Trophy Mountain amounted to just a fraction of the eventual costs. After a three-year consultation in the late 1990s, Clearwater Valley residents and the Ministry of Forests

signed an agreement in 2000 that gave residents every right to expect that no major logging would ever occur again on Trophy Mountain. This agreement is being ignored by Canfor’s planners. The recent tragic landslide at Johnsons Landing, blamed on upslope logging, clearly shows that future logging must be planned carefully where the affected mountainside

has numerous homes, lodges, campgrounds and Thompson Rivers University’s busy Wilderness Research Centre directly below. I have written to Hon. Steve Thomson, Minister of Forests, and Hon. Terry Lake, Minister of Environment, asking them to consider a moratorium on further industrial logging in the Clearwater Valley until a formal discussion can

occur about the area’s economic values and water supplies. Neither directly addressed this question in their replies. This action would potentially save taxpayers and the government millions of dollars in infrastructure repairs and legal liability in the event of landslides or washouts due to Trophy Mountain logging.

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A 15-foot length of rubber hose with a jam tin on the end was one instrument used by a member of the Vancouver Symphony Chamber Players at the first Jeunesse Musicale concert in Clearwater. A picture of Ida Dekelver and her two donkeys was on the front page of the Vancouver Province. The local woman was walking from her home in Clearwater to her birthplace in Wadena, Saskatchewan. Raft River Riders were advertising a trail ride to White Horse Bluffs in Wells Gray Park. Cost to participate was $5.

YEARS AGO: Raft River Riders were organizing a Bareback Ride-a-thon from Dee’s General Store in Birch Island to Clearwater Ball Park. Prizes included one to the rider with the most blisters. Money raised was for Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital.

HISTORICAL Perspective

YEARS AGO: Little Fort Women’s Institute celebrated its 40th anniversary. The original group had met in the home of Hazel Loveway, who became its first president. Highways minister Alex Fraser promised a “decent” road between Little Fort and 100 Mile House. The first contract was to bypass the canyon out of Little Fort. Donations to the Cancer Society in the North Thompson during 1977 totaled about $7,200, an increase of $1,700 over the previous year, reported campaign coordinator Roger Freeman.

YEARS AGO: About 300 people in Blackpool were going to have to learn a new telephone number after B.C. Tel brought in a new 587- exchange. Cariboo College was offering six adult education courses in Blue River, including meatcutting, art, CPR, first aid in the home, and

BACK IN TIME welding. Coordinator was Margaret Quinn.

YEARS AGO: Chuck Galvin presented a number of fundraising ideas to a committee looking into the feasibility of a swimming pool for Clearwater. A group of local individuals formed the Wells Gray Tourism Consortium to further tourism in the valley. Plans were underway to construct a multi-use facility to serve as a hub for tourism operators, tourist services and related businesses.

YEARS AGO: Clearwater Forest District was planning a ceremony to mark the planting of its 100 mil-

lionth tree, said district manager Mel Monteith. Tourist visits to the Wells Gray Infocenter were up almost 10 per cent over the previous year, said staff member Marie Cornell. There had been 78,000 visits during the first nine months of 1992, compared to 71,000 the year before. Robert Beaudry of Clearwater Expeditions, and Doug Trotter and Fred Huser of Interior Whitewater called for the road along the west side of the Clearwater River to be kept open. They were speaking at the annual general meeting of the Friends of Wells Gray Park. The single hydrant near the Wells Gray Inn was not enough, said Clearwater fire chief Bernie Richardson. During a fire that had destroyed the Dutch

Lake Motel in August, firefighters had to shut down the monitor on their new pumper because of insufficient water from the nearby standpipe, he said.

YEARS AGO: Clearwater RCMP seized 120 high-grade marijuana plants and about $5,000 worth of growing equipment from a very organized operation in the basement of a Vavenby home. Two people were charged.

YEARS AGO: Wells Gray Hotel was once again in the hands of local owners as Bonnie and Jeff Ruttan bought out Kelowna businessman Ray Leroux, who had

owned the Clearwater landmark for six years. Bonnie began her association with the hotel at the age of 14, when she started as a dishwasher, eventually graduating to bus girl, server, front desk and then hotel manager before assuming ownership. Blue River received a $10,000 infrastructure-planning grant from the Ministry of Community, Aboriginal and Women’s Services to upgrade the community’s water system. Taxpayers were to pay $6000 towards the cost of the study. The system had undergone improvements but the oldest portion, “... still leaks,” said TNRD director Steve Quinn. Clearwater’s Kelly Graffunder brought home a silver medal in the International six-day Enduro World Championships held in the Czech Republic. He was the top-placing Canadian overall.

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YEAR AGO: Raft River Elementary School Grade 7 student Nicole Madden raised $5,000 for the fight against cancer. She had her shoulder-length hair cut off. Rick Sommer took over as district manager of what was formerly the Headwaters Forest District. The former Tolko forester also was in charge of the former Kamloops Forest District.

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TNRD moves forward on park for Blackpool Hall Times Staff “It has taken a while (years) but finally the proposed new park in Blackpool has made our agenda for next Thursday!” says Tim Pennell, ThompsonNicola Regional District director for Wells Gray Country (Area A). During the TNRD board of directors meeting today (Oct. 11), staff will recommend to the board that the regional district enter into a License of Occupation agreement with the Star Lake Women’s Institute (owners of Blackpool Hall). The agreement would allow the TNRD to develop, operate and maintain a community park at the hall. “I’m looking forward to getting the ball rolling on that,” Pennell said. A report from staff noted that the community of Blackpool has requested the development of a community park and Star Lake Women’s Institute has agreed to provide the necessary land. The regional district would then have tenure through a lease to develop, maintain and operate the park.

There would be no fees involved in obtaining the lease, Pennell said. The land was subdivided off from the property the Blackpool Firehall sits on several years ago, the TNRD director said. It stretches from Old North Thompson Highway along Ferry Road to Thompson Crossing manufactured home park and includes a piece of Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline right-of-way. Currently $55,000 has been allocated in the Electoral Area A (Wells Gray Country) parks budget for development of the Blackpool Community Park. Possibly more funding could be acquired during the next intake under Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund, which is expected in November. Having a secure tenure on the property would be a benefit when applying for funding, the TNRD director noted. Possible improvements could include such things as a walking trail, a basketball hoop, and children’s play equipment. All changes would only be made following consultation with SLWI, Pennell said.

TNRD unveils redesigned website ThompsonNicola Regional District The ThompsonNicola Regional District is pleased to unveil its revamped website (tnrd. ca). The newly redesigned site launched recently and was a collaborative effort between TNRD staff and the development team at iCompass. "We felt it was time to give the website a fresh look as well as to make it easier for the general public to find what they're looking for. This will be helped by a more robust internal search engine," said Sukh Gill, chief administrative officer for the TNRD. The new look of the website includes a less-cluttered, brighter homepage with most content visible in one screen, saving the need of scrolling down to

The Royal Canadian Legion is planning to build a "Virtual Wall of Honor and Remembrance" to honor all deceased veterans. The appearance of the "Virtual Wall" will coincide with the National Remembrance Day ceremony, organized by the Legion on behalf of and

Keiran Jones, age 13, and Kaydn Jones, age 11, hold some of the bundles of ﬂyers they deliver for the Times every week. Members of their family have been delivering ﬂyers for 15 or 20 years, they say. It takes them about two hours to deliver about 250 bundles to households in Blackpool, Sunshine Valley and the Flats. Money raised mostly is used to pay for camp. “We love doing it,” they say. Photo by Keith McNeill

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find what you want. New features on the redesigned site include "Quick Links," which are prominently displayed on the new home page. This will allow users to directly access the TNRD's many services and departments with a single click. There is also a new

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UBCM BRIEFS: Medical pot controls demanded Graham opposed it and said Ottawa should simply tighten the current lax collection of duties and taxes by Canadian border guards.

times staff B.C. civic leaders have called for tighter controls on Health Canada-licensed medical marijuana growers, citing public safety and nuisance issues. The vote came during the same Union of B.C. Municipalities convention that saw delegates vote to support decriminalization of marijuana. “We need to find a way to know where these are so we can provide some regulatory control,” North Cowichan regional district director Al Siebring said. He said most busts of pot grow-ops turn out to be licensed by Health Canada but are growing “far, far more” than permitted and are increasingly linked to organized crime. The Surrey-sponsored resolution calls on the federal government to force medical pot growers to first get a municipal permit or licence showing the grow site complies with local bylaws and electrical, fire, health, building and safety regulations. It’s the first time UBCM has actually approved the demand. It

Thumbs down on casino benefit reform A proposal to redistribute some of the $82 million a year casino host cities get to cities without gambling facilities was rejected amid concerns over how it would work. Advocates said the current system where only host cities get 10 per cent of gambling profits divides cities into winners and losers and should be reformed to spread the wealth. Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore said most patrons now are registered through player cards so the B.C. Lottery Corp. could easily estimate how much money is spent at a given casino by people who live outside that host city, allowing benefits to be apportioned equitably to other municipalities. “The current regulations are pitting communities against each other,” he said. “It’s creating an injustice between local governments around the province.” Port Coquitlam reps said they didn’t intend for host cities to lose money, suggesting the province could keep them whole while providing a per capita share of gaming profits to the have-nots - a scenario many at UBCM considered unlikely. Other delegates said have-not cities made their choice in the past not to have a casino - or the local costs and impacts that sometimes accompany them. View Royal Coun. David Screech said BCLC couldn’t provide the address of every patron and suggested interested communities instead pursue local gambling revenue-sharing agreements.

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Looser festival booze backed Despite concern from some delegates, UBCM agreed to back a liquor licensing reform that would let adults drink in the presence of minors at music festivals and certain other special events. The Whistler-sponsored resolution aims to let families enjoy an event together, rather than forcing patrons who want alcohol into a segregated, enclosed beer garden. Some opponents said B.C. should be moving away from the culture of alcohol at entertainment events, not reinforcing it.

Garbage export ban rejected by UBCM An effort to block Metro Vancouver from exporting its garbage to the U.S. as a fallback Senior B.C. Conservative miniscame to the convention floor in the waste-disposal option fell flat at ter James Moore said UBCM’s other previous two years but was tabled the Union of B.C. 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RCMP offer Halloween safety tips Ckearwater RCMP Halloween is fast approaching and the Clearwater RCMP would like to remind everyone to have a safe night. The following are a few easy steps from Health Canada that everyone can take to ensure they have a stress free Halloween! Costume safety October 31 can be a chilly night so make sure that costumes are loose enough to be worn over warm clothing but not so baggy or long that trick-ortreaters can trip over their costumes. Trick-or-treaters should wear sturdy walking shoes. Choose brightly-colored costumes that will be clearly visible to motorists.

For greater visibility, add or incorporate reflective tape into the costume. Makeup and face paint are better than wearing masks, which can restrict breathing and/or vision. If you choose to use a mask, make sure it is one that allows the child to see and breathe easily. Swords, knives and similar accessories should be made of soft, flexible material. Other tips! Tell your children not to eat any goodies until you see them. Make sure that your children eat dinner before they set out, so they’ll be less tempted to eat their goodies along the way. It might be a good idea for parents or children to take along a backpack to

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Urbanization and changing travel habits have reduced demand for inter-city service, but B.C. regulations haven’t kept pace. Greyhound Canada “It’s obvious from what they’re saying that they need to make adjustments, or they’re going to have to pull out of the whole thing,” Polak said. The company has applied to the board to reduce service on B.C. routes, but not drop any routes entirely. Kendrick said the rules don’t allow adjustments to reflect lighter traffic on certain days of the week, or seasonal adjustments. Manitoba changed its regulations in July to allow flexible schedules. Alberta deregulated inter-city bus routes in 2011, allowing bus companies to enter or exit a route with 30 days’ notice. Some routes have been abandoned as a result, as urbanization and changing travel habits have led to declines in rural ridership. In New Brunswick, rigid rules prompted the only inter-city bus line

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to shut down entirely. Kendrick said the B.C. rules are not only inflexible, but the application process takes too long. The company is required to advertise any route change in affected communities, and may

need to hold public meetings as well. Polak said the government may be able to change regulations rather than amend legislation, which would have to wait until the B.C. legislature resumes in January.

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By Tom Fletcher, Black Press Greyhound Canada is losing millions on its B.C. operations because of rigid provincial rules that require minimum bus trips on inter-city routes regardless of passenger demand. Minimum daily service levels are set by the provincially appointed Passenger Transportation Board. For Vancouver to Kamloops, and on the Trans Canada Highway at Golden, for example, Greyhound is required to run four buses each way, seven days a week. “You have a minimum frequency that you have to run on every corridor, really regardless of whether you’re carrying 20 people or five people on each schedule,” said Stuart Kendrick, senior vice president of Greyhound Canada. Kendrick said the company lost $14 million on its B.C. operations in 2011, and previous years have seen similar losses. He has written to Transportation Minister Mary Polak asking the B.C. government to follow the lead of other provinces and deregulate bus service so it can be kept alive. Polak said she is aware that B.C. service is at risk, and ministry staff are working on options.

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Birthday duo goes for a ride in the Wizard of Oz's balloon Five years ago, when friend Mary from Creston and I celebrated significant birthdays, we made a pact. “For our next major birthdays, let’s do something we’ve never done before.” Going aloft in a hot air balloon was IT. This dream came true mid-September of this year, between our birthday dates. Mary not only made the arrangements, she talked to mutual (Girl Guider) friends about our plan. Two of them joined us in Kelowna. “We meet up in the parking lot behind Burger King,” said Mary as we set off wondering what we had gotten ourselves into this time! A man releasing a normal-sized green balloon seemed a most appropriate identification, but there was another purpose. “Windy conditions forced us to cancel all flights the past three days, including this morning,” John told us, pilot for this family-

Trekking Tales )` 2H` 2UV_ operated business. Oh no! We’ve waited five years and it might not happen. “What are our chances?” we asked as he drove us to the launching site, a trailer behind this company van. “About 90 per cent,” he said. In a large flat open area nearby, John released a small black balloon. We held our collective breaths as it floated up without going very far this way or that. “It’s a go!” Watching the preparation of our flying machine was an education in itself. One heavy item after another was pushed, pulled or car-

ried carefully out of the trailer: motorized fan, green sack stuffed with our yellow balloonto-be, metal cage to hold flames aloft, and a sturdy, six-passenger, woven wicker basket. The team worked in an orderly fashion. The fan was started, propane burner lit, directing hot air into the stretchedout balloon. Muscles then strained to keep it from floating away while the basket was righted, pilot in, and we climbed (ungracefully!) up and over. Safety orientation included “Don’t touch that lever.” As the hold on

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Crew members work to direct the heat from giant propane burners to ﬁll a large hot air balloon in preparation for a ride over the countryside near Kelowna recently. Photos by Kay Knox the ropes was gradually loosened, burner roaring above our heads, we had no sensation of “lift-off”. Watching the ground fall away, people, and our rig’s shadow becoming smaller, we knew we were flying. Because the wind decides the course, even this experienced pilot cannot predict the exact course. “Each trip is different,” John said. “I can control only our height

- to some extent!” The breeze took us away from Okanagan Lake, busy streets, and Kelowna’s many shopping centres. Soon we were above orchards, trees colourful with ripe fruit, beautiful homes, swimming pools, and suburbia. People waved; cameras clicked both ways, and children ran below us. “Here come some trees.” I had stated the obvious, but the response was serious.

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“I’m looking ahead at those power lines.” A momentary delay follows the whoosh of the burner before the balloon responds by drifting upwards. Radio contact was maintained throughout, including with the control tower at the Kelowna Airport. Time drifted by quicker than our imperceptible motion suggested. All too soon, messages going back and forth to the ground crew attempting to follow us with van and trailer, increased. Possible landing sites were discussed. A grassy park looked good, but, as the young folk raced across the field below us, the wind took us above a corner filled with trees. After we floated across Highway 31,

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open hillside beckoned - as long as the wheeled vehicles could get close enough to gather up the heavy items that formed our low-flying craft. Touching down in the dry, rocky, weedfilled space, some distance from any road, we felt nary a bump. The young crew had run to us and now grabbed corners of the basket. Ingeniously, with short bursts of hot air, John held us just above the ground while they pulled us towards the nearest road. “I’ve got burrs in my hair,” complained one. “But I’ve got prickles in my belly button!” announced another. We gently bounced over the uneven terrain for some 300 metres, coming to a rest right beside a paved turnaround. Time to clamber out of the basket/cocoon, in our usual ungainly fashion. Watching the dismantling, we thought, “Oh no. It’s over.” Nope. Trailer loaded, we piled back into the van and returned to the aforementioned park. Here, clutching certificates, we toasted that one-of-a-kind experience with goblets of champagne. What a memorable way to celebrate a couple of birthdays....

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Learning the tricks of the towing trade

Wreckmaster instructor Don Ceroski (l) of Belgrade. Montana, confers with Ron Rotzetter of Clearwater's On Call Towing during a three-day vehicle recovery course held during the Thanksgiving long weekend.

A large tow truck gets in position to upright a concrete truck that is laying on its side. The Level 6/7 course held in Clearwater is the highest level course available.

The tow truck successfully rolls the concrete truck upright. Key elements include getting close enough and using enough cables, the students were told.

Dan Beaumont of Courtenay adjusts a shackle on a rigging that will be used to roll the concrete truck upright. Although no certiďŹ cation is needed to operate a tow truck in B.C., nine students from across the province took advantage of the training opportunity in Clearwater.

The concrete truck stands on its own four wheels after the successful roll. The next scenario involved pushing the truck's front wheels into the ditch in front of it. All photos by Keith McNeill

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Sports Instructor seeks more ﬁgure-skating students

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Keith McNeill Skating is more than just fun; it’s a way of life, according to Tanya Ney. “It’s a lifetime activity, something that you can do as an adult. It’s good physical activity that you don’t need to spend a lot of time learning how to do,” said Raft Mountain Skating Club’s new figure-skating coach. Figure-skating classes began the first week of October but there is still plenty of room for more students. Lessons will continue until the spring session ends on Mar. 15. “Even though we’ve started we definitely can take new students,” said Ney. “If you can walk, you can skate.” “A lot of kids and their parents think that this is just a way into figure-skating but it’s a good way to develop skills for hockey too,” she added. “I have two girls who I felt sure would go into figure-skating, but they went into hockey.” Classes for beginners start with the basics: how to fall down and get back up. “If you don’t know how to do that properly, it can turn you off skating completely,” said the instructor. “If I see a child fall I always tell them, ‘Good job falling.’” Instruction is given at three levels: preCanSkate, CanSkate and StarSkate. The latter is a pilot project that combines private and group lesson formats.

Tanya Ney is the new instructor at Raft Mountain Skating Club. Photo by Keith McNeill

Clearwater Secondary School Senior Girls volleyball player Robin Fraser makes a serve during a playday at CSS on Tuesday. Despite a good effort, Clearwater lost all of their games that night. Barriere won one. St. Ann's won all three of theirs. Next home games will be on Oct. 11 when the Junior Girls host a playday. Photos by Keith McNeill

Ney began teaching figure-skating in 1986 while she was still in high school. She taught for about 20 years before taking a hiatus to bring up her girls. Now she is back at it and over the past few years has been teaching high performance skating for BC Hockey across the province. A resident of Kamloops, she instructs at Valleyview Skating Club. She also works as a realtor with River City Realty.

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Nicola rancher named B.C. Lieutenant Governor By Tom Fletcher Black Press

Nicola Valley rancher Judith Guichon has been named B.C. Lieutenant Governor, as Sto:lo Grand Chief Steven Point's five-year term comes to an end. Guichon runs the family cattle ranch in the Nicola Valley. She has served as president of the B.C. Cattlemen's Association, a director of the Grassland Conservation Council of B.C., and on provincial government task forces on ranching and species at risk. "Mrs. Guichon has dedicated herself to her community, province and country," Prime Minister Stephen Harper said in a statement Monday. "She is a leader in keeping British Columbia's agriculture and cattle

industries environmentally sound and she has worked hard to promote and protect the ranchers of British Columbia." Premier Christy Clark thanked Point for his work and congratulated Guichon. "She has a deep appreciation for the history and traditions of British Columbia and has spent a lifetime ensuring that we all stay connected to our roots - particularly through her work with the B.C. Cattlemen's Association," Clark said. Lieutenant Governors are appointed by the Governor General on the recommendation of prime ministers. They serve five-year terms as the Queen's representative in each province, declaring new legislation and performing ceremonial duties around the province. Point is a former provincial court judge.

Before being named to chief commissioner of the B.C. Treaty Commission, Point served as an elected chief of the Skowkale First Nation for 15 years. He also served as the tribal chair of the Stó:lo Nation Government, and Grand Chief of the Stó:lo Tribal Council. Right: Judy Guichon speaks to the annual B.C. Cattlemen's Association barbecue at the B.C. legislature in 2010. Black Press files

Living in understanding and peace requires effort For many years I was the chaplain at Bear Creek Correctional Centre. You might think that it would be easy for a minister/pastor to do the job, but there were some challenges. Men with associations with many different religions and Christian denominations came into the jail. There were also many men in Bear Creek who, for one reason or another, either despised or were simply uninterested in religion. As a chaplain, I was expected to help all these men regardless of their religions or interests, but our calling wasn't to "Cram religion down their throats". We would either have church services for the men who wanted them, or make it possible for religious leaders from other groups to visit or lead services in the jail. I also brought inmates into town for services in churches and at the Sikh temple. I was served some mighty fine tea at the temple. Often when illness or death struck an

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inmate's family I was called upon to escort the inmate either for a visit, or to the funeral. On one occasion I took a young First Nations fellow to his grandmother's funeral, and I met the grandfather who was a pipe carrier. I would not have had the experience had I not been a chaplain. I also escorted inmates to cultural events. On one such journey I took some First Nation fellows to the old residential school in Kamloops for a pipe ceremony. That day, one of the men

said simply "I hate this place" as we walked through the old orchard. "I would sneak in here at night to steal apples. I was starving. They would beat us if they caught us out of the building". I was often torn out of my comfort zone, and it was not always a pleasant feeling. However, I did learn to be understanding and respectful of those cultures and religions different than my own. Yes, there were times when I felt that I could tolerate very little more, such as those times when my own faith was attacked. The jail environment was similar to the broader society. Different cultures and religions were forced to live together just as societies are. That doesn't always mean

that they always get along peacefully in jails. Race riots do, and religious bigotry does, happen, but usually the men tolerate the differences. That doesn't mean that they are one big happy family! Understanding and tolerating different religions and cultures takes effort, whether in Jail or out in society. Being uncompromising on doctrines and still respectful of differing viewpoints is a struggle, but struggle we must, if we are to exist well together. I do wish that all those men had been of one faith or persuasion, but the likelihood of that happening was pretty slim. I do wish that everyone agreed with my religious views, but the likelihood of that happening is also very slim.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Oct. 13: Wells Gray Gallery Gives Thanks. A special community event to show appreciation for a wonderful 1st season. 1-4 pm. Refreshments served, free draw for door prize. Oct. 13: Dessert Extravaganza, 7-10 pm, KOA Banquet room, Advance tickets only, $25.00, Sponsored by DHMH Auxiliary Oct. 14: Fun Darts 2-4 pm, Balckpool Hall, 250-587-6202 for info. Oct. 15: Craft Days, 10 am – 2 –pm, Blackpool Hall, 250-5876202 for info. Oct. 19: Of the Year Awards dinner, Wells Gray Inn, Doors open 5:30, tickets $30 members, non members $35. Oct. 20: Community Work Bee, Clearwater Ski Club; 11am – 4pm Oct. 20: Oktoberfest, organized by Clearwater Rotary Clear-

REGISTER TODAY TEL: 250.674.3530 IN PERSON: 224 Candle Creek Rd. EMAIL: sarduini@tru.ca www.tru.ca/regional_centres/clearwater

water Ski Hill starts 6:30pm, $20/person, incl food & live music. Oct. 21: Guided tour: Pioneer school Days. Register 250-8285400 Oct. 27: Kamloops Stamp Show & Auction, 10 am – 3 pm, Calvary Community Church, 1205 Rogers Way. Nov 10: Explore Wells Gray the way it used to be. Register 250-828-5400 Nov. 18: 17th Annual Craft Fair, Wells Gray Inn. 10 am – 2 pm Nov. 24: Craft Fair, Blackpool Hall, 10 am – 2 pm, 250-5876202 for info. Clearwater Farmers Market: Saturdays 9am – 12pm from May to Oct. on the IWE grounds opposite Brookﬁeld Mall.

ONGOING EVENTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Clearwater Choir: Youth 3:30 - 5 pm; Adult 6:30 - 9 pm, Tuesdays, Clearwater Christian Church • Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 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, register call Kerry at 250-674-2600 ext 227

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 3rd Mon. Sept-Jun 10am Legion. 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. • Volleyball: Tues. 7:30-9:00 PM, Oct. 9 - Dec. 11, 2012. Clearwater Secondary School Gym, $2 drop in. • Walk Fit: Wed. 9-10am & Thurs. 6-7pm, until Nov. 8/12. Meet at Clearwater Secondary Amphitheatre. FREE. Info 250-674-1878 • Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 674-2468 annie.pomme@ hotmail.com • Core Strength Fitness. Tuesdays. 10-11am 250-674-0001 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 Last Thursday of the month at 2pm at the public library. All seniors are welcome

For a complete list of our area’s COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS please stop in at the Times ofﬁce and pick up your copy of the North Thompson Community Directory • Brookﬁeld Mall Clearwater • 250-674-3343 TO ADD YOUR COMMUNITY EVENT OR ORGANIZATION PLEASE CALL THE TIMES AT 250-674-3343

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Announcements

Coming Events

Lost & Found

Hospital Gift Corner Open Monday - Friday 10 am - 1 pm

Found: Misc. items found at NT Fall Fair grounds in Barriere after the Labour Day long weekend. Items include jackets, hats, sunglasses, earrings, & rings. Also 1 small wallet (empty), a debit card, car keys, & an i-pod type device. Drop by the Star/Journal ofﬁce to identify & claim, or call 250-672-5611.

Voices United Community Choir. Practices starting Oct. 3 at Catholic Church. 4:30 - 5:30 Come Sing!

Information Safe Home Response Providing a safe place to escape for women and their children. Volunteers always needed. Call 250-674-2135.

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY THRIFT SHOP Located across the railway tracks in Vavenby, B.C. Wednesday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday 11a.m. - 3 p.m. Great deals - low prices

Personals Alcoholics Anonymous Phone 250-674-3838 or

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Travel

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

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SYSCO Kelowna is currently seeking both Owner/Operators and regular Delivery Drivers to service our customers. Enjoy free weekends, performance awards and local based delivery runs - home every night. Owner/Operator’s average net income after expenses: $90k+. To apply, email: frank.donald@kelowna.sysco.ca

Education/Trade Schools 21 WEEK HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM Prepare for a Career in Heavy Equipment Operation. Introducing our new Apprenticeship Program which includes: • • •

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Employment Help Wanted An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator 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. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. BANNISTER AUTO GROUP If you are energetic, creative and motivated and have the desire to join a “Customer First Family”, then we should invite you to come grow with us. We are one of Western Canada’s fasted growing automotive companies. We have an opening at our GM store in Vernon for Sales Manager. Interested in joining our team? Contact Darryl Payeur @ 1-888-410-5761 or email resume to darryl@bannisters.com Bannister GM Vernon, Bannister GM Edson, Bannister Honda Vernon, Browns GM Dawson Creek, Champion GM Trail, Huber-Bannister Chevrolet Penticton, Salmon Arm GM Salmon Arm. BUSY Lower Mainland tire shop is looking for an Experienced Service Truck Tire Technician. Your own Service Truck is preferable but not necessary. Top Wages Paid. Please send inquiries to tireshop1234@hotmail.com

TWO FULL time position available immediately for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. “Dispatch /coordinator”-Applicant must possess automotive mechanical knowledge-strong work ethic, organizational skills and can multi task. “Journeyman Technician” -Applicant must have good attitude, quality workmanship. Both applicants must be able to produce in a fast paced environment. Excellent wage and beneﬁt package. Please send resume: pat@brabymotors.com

Professional/ Management M’AKOLA Group of Societies Seeking Director of Operations for Victoria. Visit makola.bc.ca

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250-587-0026 Anytime Barriere Alcoholics Anonymous Call: 250-672-9643 For Al Anon Call: 250-672-9643, 250-819-5361, 250-308-5139 or 778-220-6269 Clearwater: AA meetings every Wednesday, #11 Lodge Dr., side door. Roll call 8 p.m. 250674-7155 or 250-674-7313

Lost & Found

Lost: Little green fly fishing box. Loaded with flies. If found please call 250-674-2331

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Found: Reading glasses in brown case. Found at air strip. Ph. 250-674-3343 Lost: digital camera in blue carry-case. Lost Sep 3 at NT Fall Fair arena. Reward! 250672-5285

Help Wanted

NORTH THOMPSON JOBS BARRIERE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 629 Barriere Town Rd. Barriere, BC V0E 1E0 Phone: 250-672-0036 / Fax: 250-672-2159

E-mail: mail@barriere-employment.ca • Website: www.barriere-employment.ca CASHIER : Part time Barriere Petro Can J1212C BAR SERVER : Knight’s Inn J2312A LUMBER PILERS : Woodco JU0912 COOK : Barriere A&W AU0712 BREAKFAST COOK : Mike Wiegele AU2912 CHEF GARDER MANGER : Mike Wiegele AU2912A DISHWASHER : Mike Wiegele AU2912B CARPENTER/FRAMER - Part Time, Kerton Agencies S0412 TRAFFIC CONTROL PERSONS : Road Sense Trafﬁc Control S0512 SUPERVISOR/MANAGER : Road Sense Trafﬁc Control S0512A COOK : Part time, Knight’s Inn S0512B COOK : Station House S2012 LABOURER : PT, Sundown Construction S1812

HANDYMAN : Casual/on-call S1312 ASSISTED LIVING WORKER : Yellowhead Pioneer Res. Oc0412 SKILL DEVELOPMENT: If you have been on Employment Insurance in the past 3 years (5 years maternity) and are currently unemployed, you may be eligible for re-training dollars. Book an appointment to see one of our counselors for more information. We look forward to seeing you: come in and we’ll personally see that you get the information you’re seeking or call and make an appointment. • Free computer and Internet access • Free resume help • Free information on many services.

“The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia” In Partnership with Barriere & District Chamber of Commerce and Yellowhead Community Services

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 Line & Buffet Cook: Seasonal/Blue River #1010 Swing Cook: Seasonal/Blue River #1009 Breakfast Cook: Seasonal/Blue River #1008 Sandwich Maker: Seasonal/Blue River #1007 Dining Room Supervisor: Seasonal/Blue River #1006 Electrician: FT/Blue River #1005 Wine Sommelier: Seasonal/Blue River #1004 Server: FT & PT/Blue River #1003 Line Cook: FT & PT/Blue River #1002 Dishwasher: PT/Clearwater #0914 Server: PT/Clearwater #0913 Clerk: PT/Clearwater #0912 Heavy Equipment Operators: Seasonal/Clearwater #0911 Processor Operator: FT/Clearwater #0910 Administrative Assistant: FT/Blue River #0908 Front Desk Attendant: Seasonal/Blue River #0906 Housekeeping Manager: FT/Blue River #0905 Housekeeper: Seasonal/Blue River #0904 Fine Dining Server: Seasonal/Blue River #0903 Snowcat Driver: Seasonal/ Blue River #0902 Registered Massage Therapist: Seasonal/Blue River #0901 Chef Garder Manger (Evening Chef): Winter Season/ Blue River #0820 Breakfast Cook: Winter Season/Blue River #0819 Dishwashers: Winter Season/Blue River #0818 Bus Host: Winter Season/Blue River #0817 Heli-Ski Guides: 6 positions/Seasonal/Blue River #0816 Lodge Manager: Seasonal/Blue River #0812 Housekeeping Supervisor Assistant: FT/Blue River #0810 Trafﬁc Control Person: Casual/Clearwater #0806 Sport shop & Boutique Manager: FT/Blue River #0723 Line Cook: 3 positions/Blue River #0710

Customer Service Employee: 3 positions FT/PT Little Fort #0623

GENERAL INFORMATION • Free Workshops: Thurs. Nov. 8th : Interview Skills workshop Thurs. Nov. 18th : Creating and Updating Your Resume Workshop (every 3rd Thursday) Thurs. Oct. 25th: Work Search Techniques Workshop (every 4th Thursday) Please call 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 per month for the summer months to the Blue River Library. Next visit is Thursday Oct 16th from 1-3. If a one on one appointment is 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

Sex and the Kitty A single unspayed cat can produce 470,000 offspring in just seven years. Sadly, most of them end up abandoned at BC SPCA shelters or condemned to a grim life on the streets. Be responsible - don’t litter.

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Employment

Services

Merchandise for Sale

Trades, Technical

Business/Ofﬁce Service

Heavy Duty Machinery

DENIED CANADA Pension plan disability beneﬁts? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca

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Civil Engineering Technologist II District of Kitimat, full time permanent - wage range $36.11 - $43.69, over 2 years. Civil Technologist diploma required. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, duties include a variety of infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proﬁcient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D, and MS Ofﬁce. Valid BC driver’s licence required. Submit resumes by October 23, 4:30 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca

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

Work Wanted Need some help with those odd jobs you don’t have time for? Call Keiran Jones at 250-674-3051

Services

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

Legal Services

Misc. for Sale Bosch TracRac T3B portable mitre saw stand, $200. 60 gallon aquarium, good cond., $50. 250-672-9335 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

Misc. Wanted Misc Services Sue’s Jewellery Repairs Since 1975 - We do it all, Retipping, Sizing, Soldering. Sue Ludtke - 250-587-6357

Pets & Livestock

Livestock Red Angus Herd reduction. Young cow calf pairs & heifers. No hormones or pesticides. Ph. 250-674-3749

Pets Good Dog Obedience Spring Classes Starting in Nov.! Basic Obedience - A 6 week course in good manners & canine behaviour begins Thursday, Nov. 1, 7pm at the Fall Fair Hall in Barriere for all dogs at least 6 months old & up. Cost $100. Novice Class - Six weeks of fun as we take you & your dog to the next level of obedient behaviour. Participants must have successfully completed a previous Basic Obedience course to qualify. Class starts on Thursday, Nov. 1, 8pm. Cost $100. To register or for more information contact Jill Hayward at 250-319-8023

Clearwater & District Food Bank is looking for dry, secure, ground level storage for nonfood items. Please contact Pat or Heather at 250-674-3697 or The Food Bank 250-674-3402. Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town Used Postage Stamps 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.

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Modular Homes

Homes for Rent

Auto Financing

Clearwater: 1 bdrm apt in Woodside Apartments. Close to Clearwater Library, medical center, & Jim’s Market. NS, NP. $495/mo. Avail Nov. 1. Call 250-674-3252

Clearwater: Very attractive 2 bdrm Modular Hm. Incl all appl, hobby rm, covered front entry, storage shed. Location: site #24 Thompson Crossing. $800/mo + DD. 250-587-6151

Vavenby: Spacious 3 bdrm home. On half acre. $750/mo Call Randy 250-674-8288

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

Shared Accommodation

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Riverbend Seniors Community

Kamloops (55+) 2bdr. suite $1700/mo., river view, spacious, wheelchair friendly, many extras. Email catherine_steele@hotmail.com 1(604)408-1023 Vancouver

Duplex / 4 Plex Barriere: 3 dbrm duplex, 1 1/2 bath, 1 car heated garage. W/D, fenced, inground sprinkler. Avail imm. RR $875/mo + DD. 250-672-0041

Misc for Rent Covered Garage Bay in secured compound (28’ x 14’ x 10’), ideal for RV’s, motor boats, cars, etc. $75/mo, (Oct. 15 to April 15). Call Riverside @ 250-674-0001, info@riveradventures.ca

Mobile Homes & Pads Barriere: 12’x60’ 2bdrm mobile home @ Riva Ridge MH Park. Comes w/stove w/d. Recent upgrades. Blow Out Price $14,000. 250-672-2162

Homes for Rent 2 BED ROOM HOUSE FOR RENT 55 KM FROM KAMLOOPS 5 KM FROM BARRIERE ON ACREAGE. $850 PER MONTH. PLUS UTILITIES. DAMAGE DEPOSIT REQUIRED. REFERENCES REQUIRED PHONE 250567-4722, 250-320-3206 Barriere/Louis Creek: 1 bdrm home on 9.5 acres. $850/mo 250-690-7244 Clearwater: 3bdrm older hm, near school, priv, 5 acres, carport, Avail Nov. 1. 250-6742726 or 250-674-2449 Clearwater: Nov. 1, 2 bdrm hm, totally renovated, w/d, new jacuzzi tub, 4 kit appl, furnace & heat pump, priv, close to elem school, on school & transit bus route. Ref req. NS, $900/mo. 250-674-2677 Clearwater Riverfront 1 bdrm apt, priv & quiet, lg kit & lvg sp, fully furn, hydro, propane, cable tv, internet all incl, NP, N/S, ref, $850/mo, 250-6740001 or info@riveradventures.ca (photos on www.wellsgrayrafting.ca)

Barriere: 3bdrm, newer, double wide in Riverland Park. NS/no large ptes. All appl. $795/mo RR. 250-6720253

CLW-2 Bed House for rent. $1050/m inc util. NS, Ref Req. Avail Oct 1. 604-701-8704 or skoroll@telus.net. Two bdrm MH w/family rm, carport, 4 appl, wood heater. $625/mo. Site #9, Thompson Crossing, 121 Ferry Road, Clearwater BC. 250-587-6151

Legal Notices

Real Estate

Duplex/4 Plex Clearwater: Duplex on 1/2 acre, 3bdrm/5bdrm. Many upgrades. $174,900. Owners will consider trades in Kelowna area. Contact property manager 250-674-0188 Ask for Julie.

1-800-910-6402

Barriere: 2bdrm house. NS/NP shared util./groceries/housekeeping. 250-672-5774

Transportation

Auto Financing

Auto Services BUY A car with Bad Credit! $0 Down, 24 Hour Approvals, Low Payments, No Credit OK. Approval Hotline Call 1-888222-0663 or Apply Online at www.CanadaDrives.ca

Vehicle Wanted WE BUY All Cars! Not, we will Cars/Trucks/Vans. Car today with Phone call to: 8647.

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Legal Notices Dispute Resolution Services. Law suits, custody, access, property, high conﬂict families & more. Court Approved, Chartered Mediators. 778-2205930

Legal Notices

DISTRICT OF CLEARWATER NOTICE OF PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTION

Acreage for Sale Barriere: 10 acres on Glengrove. Paved Rd., power, phone, water @ lot line. $149,000. 250-690-7244

Transportation

Rentals

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 227 of the Community Charter, that Council will give ﬁnal consideration to “The District of Clearwater Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 90, 2012” and “The District of Clearwater Place of Worship Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 91, 2012” at a meeting of Council on October 23rd, 2012 at 7:00 pm at 132 Station Road, Clearwater, BC. p

The District of Clearwater Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 90, 2012 proposes to exempt from taxation the following buildings, the lands on which the buildings stand and the land surrounding certain buildings for the years 2013 - 2015. 2013 Estimated Tax Exemption $

2014 Estimated Tax Exemption $

2015 Estimated Tax Exemption $

Property & Civic Address

Owner

144 Evergreen Place Lot A, Plan 27173, DL 1719

Evergreen Acres Senior Citizen’s Home Society Section 224(2)(a)

3,522.71

3,628.40

3,737.25

146 Evergreen Place Lot 1, Plan 30487, DL 1719

Evergreen Acres Senior Citizen’s Home Society Section 224(2)(a)

1,394.68

1,436.52

1,479.62

257 Glen Road Lot 1, Plan 25222, DL 1680

Vavenby and District Branch 259, Royal Canadian Legion Section 224(2)(a)

3,406.53

3,508.73

3,613.99

612 Park Drive Lot 1, Plan KAP70712, DL 1719

Yellowhead Community Services Society Section 224(2)(a)

4,250.76

4,378.29

4,509.63

40 Old North Thompson Highway E Lot 2, Plan 33856, DL 2620

Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC Section 224(2)(a)

10,693.77

11,014.58

11,345.02

556 Dunn Lake Road Lot A, Plan 26029, DL 2622

Clearwater Ski Club Section 224(2)(i)

4,092.11

4,214.87

4,341.32

556 Dunn Lake Road Lease #342064

Clearwater Ski Club Section 224(2)(i)

449.21

462.68

476.56

Call 250-819-2944

72 Taren Drive Lot 42, Plan 13657, DL 5040

Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Clearwater Lodge #499 Section 224(2)(a)

550.46

566.97

583.98

FOR THE AFTERNOON CUP...

Lot 1, Block 1721 Sunshine Valley Road

Central North Thompson Rod & Gun Club Section 224(2)(i)

871.86

898.01

924.95

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Learn more about non-browning Arctic apple • Packers will have more apples of higher grade to sell; • Fresh-cut apples for retailers and food service will have a decreased cost and improved quality; • Juice processors will have clearer juice for more product opportunities; • Consumers will eat more apples. Are there any nutrient differences between Arctic apples and conventional or

newscanada.com Do we really need an apple that doesn’t brown? Enzymatic browning affects the bottom line of the entire apple supply chain and a non-browning apple can provide key benefits: • Growers will lose fewer apples to bruising;

organic apples? Essentially, Arctic fruit is identical to other apples, with two main differences: • Arctic apples don’t brown when bruised, bitten or cut; • Browning consumes some health-promoting anti-oxidants; Arctic apples retain all of those anti-oxidants; Are Arctic apple trees an environmental threat to conventional or organic apple trees?

No. Apple trees don’t escape and grow in the wild like other plants. Apple blossoms are pollinated by bees, not by the wind, so the risk of “gene flow” from an Arctic to a conventional or organic orchard is extremely low. Arctic grower standards will require buffer distances between Arctic apple orchards and other orchards to virtually eliminate any risks.

Trudeau launches campaign for Liberal leadership Will Justin Trudeau rejuvenate the Liberal Party of Canada? Tell us why or why not by sending your thoughts to newsroom@clearwatertimes.com. It's not Trudeaumania yet, but Kamloops members of the federal Liberal party are largely happy to have Justin Trudeau in the hunt to lead the venerable organization. After months of speculation, Trudeau, the 40-year-old MP for Montreal-Papineau, has officially launched his campaign for the Liberal leadership. Bob Rae has been interim leader since the party was devastated in the 2011 federal election, which saw then-leader Michael Ignatieff lose his seat and step down. While Trudeau is the most prominent party member seeking the position so far, KamloopsThompson-Cariboo riding association president Murray Todd is hoping to see a full slate of "engaging" candidates by the time the campaign officially begins on Nov. 14. But, he said, Trudeau's bid does bring excitement to the party's third such race since 2006. "He's popular, we certainly can't deny that, can we? He's energetic, he's a sharp guy and he's dedicated. He would be a good candidate," Todd said.

Justin Trudeau stands with his wife Sophie Gregoire and their two children as he recently announces that he intends to seek the leadership of the Liberal Party of Canada. Black Press photo Chris Wilkinson, riding association treasurer, is still making up his mind about the candidate, but said there are aspects of Trudeau that are attractive for the party. "I think we need the youth of Justin Trudeau," he said. "Definitely, the infusion of some your will help us along." However Ben Gayfer, chairman of the Young Liberals in Kamloops,

said he needs to see more from Trudeau than youth before he'll throw his support behind him. "I'm waiting for policy from him more than anything," Gayfer said. "He's obviously a very influential person because of his name and he's made a name for himself also in his writing. But, I think waiting to see what he has to say for national policy would be the first thing, really."

Gayfer said finding someone with charisma and an ability to connect with voters will be key - as will finding someone who has the skills to better organize the party. "Someone maybe who doesn't necessarily have a top-down approach, but can embrace the grassroots." Trudeau's biggest Kamloops booster so far may be a former colleague of his father. Len Marchand, Sr. served in Pierre Trudeau's government as Liberal MP for Kamloops in the 1960s and 1970s and was appointed to the Senate by the senior Trudeau in 1984. "I don't know what some people have, but he seems to have a charisma that is very much like his father's," Marchand said. "I remember when his father came here in '68 the first time. We had about 9,000 people

turn out in North Kamloops. I don't know what makes that go, but he does have that charisma." When contacted by KTW, Trudeau's Kamloops colleague in the House of Commons declined to share her thoughts on her fellow MP. Conservative MP Cathy McLeod said through her assistant that the Liberal leadership is an "internal process" and it wouldn't be appropriate for her to comment. The election of the next Liberal leader will take place on April 14, 2013.

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Youth, Employee, Community Spirit and Citizen of the Year nominees By Anne Krawec The following are the people who were nominated by their friends or others for their dedicated efforts to the community, their employer or to others in our area. One from each category will be chosen on Friday, Oct. 19 during the Annual “Of the Year” Gala Event to be held at Wells Gray Inn Convention Centre. This would be a good time to honor them by attending this very important evening in their lives. This annual event started in 1960 when Frank Capostinsky was named the first Citizen of the Year for the Clearwater area. At that time it was under the direction of the Central North Thompson Chamber of Commerce, the predecessor of the present day Clearwater and District Chamber of Commerce. The name was changed in 1980 when it was thought that Clearwater should be in the name for the local Chamber of Commerce, as it would give the Chamber an identity as to where they were situated in the central North Thompson valley. This year the Chamber celebrates its 52nd annual award given to the Citizen of the Year. The other award categories have been added over the past 20 years. Youth Katie Bieber and her counterparts introduced a program to the community to bring awareness to the concept of not using plastic

bags. They presented the idea to the District of Clearwater in a professional manner and had the recommendation accepted and promoted. She is an enthusiastic youth and I feel the world will be a better place with young people like Katie as our youth leadership people. Corey Easson is a fun person to have as your server at the Wells Gray Inn and he is courteous, thoughtful and dependable. Cory loves music and brings Joy to the lives of his friends and family by encouraging them to do their best at all they do. Cory and his peers are shining examples of great young people who will change the world in a good way and lead Clearwater’s youth forward toward “pride in their work, their community and the world.” Dagan Thomas always has a smile and a good word for everyone when they go to his place of employment (Kal Tire Ltd) or see him socially. Dagan and his trustworthy friends have proven to be reliable house and dog sitters often for several days at a time. Dagan loves to help people and he finds solutions to nearly every problem in his car or backpack. Need a pocketknife? Just ask and one will appear. Little children and seniors alike are happy in his presence and he is a reliable employee as well! Employee Sylvia Arduini has given over and above in dedication, compassion - with true professional-

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ism during her longstanding term as manager of the Community Resource Centre, often covering for staff with a ‘role up her sleeves’ attitude. This Centre has been the Go to Place for so many in the North Thompson for years and in large part due to such a hard working, focused, dedicated manager. Hettie Buck has only recently been in her position as community manager/coordinator for the Chamber of Commerce. Whilst she does not work for a shop or local tourist service, she has displayed a consistent and enthusiastic approach to her role that has given a new sense of continuity and has raised the profile of the Chamber of Commerce through the use of social media such as Facebook. She has improved the flow of information to the local community and beyond. Buck’s love of the community and what it has to give offers no bounds. She should be commended for her achievements Frances Dyer teaches and trains new employees in the Dairy Queen kitchen. She is very friendly in the community. Committed to her work. Volunteers. Julie May is my idea of what an employee should be. She always greets you by your first name and asks how you are doing each time I am at the Royal Bank. She is proficient in her work, knows the products her employer provides and makes me feel special each time I am at her wicket. She is always neatly dressed for the season and her greetings are always friendly and sincere Cindy Wilgosh is the Aboriginal Success by 6 coordinator for the North Thompson Valley. Her bubbly way of engaging the Aboriginal Peoples is contagious and all cultures are welcome to join any and all activities she is organizing or taking part in.

Cindy volunteers hours to events she promotes like the annual Canada Day Celebration and at the cultural event celebrations throughout Simpcw territory, Arts, Health and Wellness Expo, sharing stories with Children through the Granny / Grandpa Connection Box Program, volunteering at the Aboriginal Sharing Centre and attending powwows and other functions.

Rooted by the River Nursery – Jeff Lamond and his business have given generously to the community with donations to many organizations. They give trees and plants for parade decorations, or to many events that need an extra plant or tree to help the decor of the event. Jeff has also brought many organizations face to face to discuss many interesting new and innovative ideas.

Community Spirit Clearwater Farmers Market – These faithful vendors provide a valuable service to the District of Clearwater. Many tourists attend the market to experience local culture and pick up local items of food and souvenirs. The vendors are always welcoming and helpful and provide a personto-person interface between tourist and locals. Of all the activities in Clearwater that contribute to the spirit of the area on an ongoing basis, the Farmer’s Market is by far the most important.

Cheryl Thomas always contributing to community events, on numerous committees that support seniors, young, low income abused women, unborn and the list goes on.... She cares about the environment, educating people, and volunteers at the drop of a hat!

Dan Coleman – community volunteer. Dan is a retired schoolteacher who continues to mentor teachers or the public when asked. He worked hard for our youth at the Jazz Cafe. Dan has been a volunteer track and field coach, volleyball coach (for high school) and a consistent volunteer at our local school elementary track meet. North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Centre has become a ‘home away from home’ for so many in the North Thompson. Valley. Welcoming any and all to come to visit, have a coffee, tea, a warm meal, etc. and inviting the entire community to the potluck lunches and welcoming all nations and dishes to the feast. Ted Richardson always goes over and above. Ted volunteers for so many community events. Ted always has a smile on his face and shares his happiness for doing what he loves.

Citizen of the Year Charlene Lau has a passion for making art accessible to everyone and is an inspiration. It has been amazing how hard she works to organize and provide opportunity for adults and children to be a part of art projects and with heart and passion to expose all who want to be part of an art community. Kay Knox is a great example of how to live

in and support a small community. Kay volunteers for many organizations, Clearwater Rotary, Girl Guides and Wells Gray Country Seniors Society. She participates in a book club and a writers group. Kay is a great example to all by riding her bike, hiking and swimming. She contributes to the fabric of the community by writing a column in the newspaper called Trekking Tales. Kay is a reliable volunteer and a very fine example of living well and staying vital in her retirement years. Fay McCracken should be recognized for outstanding support of the Hospital Auxiliary Dessert Extravaganza and the Spring Bird House and Garden Fundraiser. For her continued organizing talents to bring Canada Day celebrations to the area and particularly her insistence on the involvement of many factions of the community in the organizing of this event. Ted Richardson is an inspiring example of what it means to be a compassionate, dedicated Citizen! Ted has contributed endless

hours to so many organizations throughout the North Thompson Valley. To name a few: Community Resource Centre, Community Forests, North Thompson Communities Foundation, N T Food Coalition, Clearwater & District Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Wells Gray, Wells Gray Seniors, and more! For many years Ted has worked willingly, cheerfully and with his heart to assist our region in becoming a sustainable, productive and communicative region. Mel Sasek – For several years Mel and Connie have supported the many activities held at the Blackpool Hall and Mel has spent many days working to bring about the major improvements to the interior of the heritage building. He continues to work at the many renovation projects providing much of what is necessary from his own resources. He also actively supports other community projects and is a good friend to many. The people that come to the Blackpool Hall really appreciate all that he has done and continues to do.

Rangers on patrol Captain Steven Parker of Victoria (l), the ofﬁcer commanding the B.C. company of the Canadian Rangers, makes plans with Master Corporal Dave Bjorkman of Clearwater as 40 Rangers from across B.C. have breakfast at Clearwater Elks on Oct. 6. The group rode ATVs from 100 Mile and camped overnight at the airstrip. They stayed another night near Mahood Lake before ending the exercise. Look for more about the Rangers in a future issue of the Times. Photo by Keith McNeill