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The Williams Lake Fire Department responded to an electrical smell at the Williams Inn on the evening of Jan. 6. Fire chief Randy Isfeld said the department responded and found an area of concern that the manager is going to look after. Williams Lake RCMP Inspector Warren Brown said the weekend was quiet, with only 55 calls for service with nothing of significance. “I hope the next 51 weeks are as good,” Brown added. Greg Sabatino photo
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Starting Feb. 15 and over the next five years, eligible British Columbians between the ages of 19 and 74 will be required to replace their CareCard with the new BC Services Card by renewing their enrolment in the Medical Services Plan. The new card can serve as a driver’s licence and act as a photo ID, making B.C. the first province in Canada to issue a combined card. In Quebec and New Brunswick health cards already have expiry dates. Minister of Health Margaret MacDiarmid said Monday people can still choose to have one card or two. “Seventy per cent of people in a poll said they’d rather just have
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one card, but it’s an option. People can choose.” When people go in to get the new card they will have to have ID with them. At issue has been fraudulent use of cards, either by people that are not residents using B.C. health cards, or in some cases where more than one person is using the same card. “We really want to make sure that only people that should be using the cards are using them,” MacDiarmid said.”If more than one person is using a card then a medical history is being built up that could be very confusing, especially if someone is accessing the emergency department at a hospital.” That’s one reason to have the photo ID and the expiry date, she added.
Concerns have also been expressed about the chip in the card and the fear that personal information is contained in the chip. “One of the things I want to be clear about is that the chip is not even activated today, but even once it is activated, it will not have personal information in it,” MacDiarmid explained. “It allows access to that personal information, but the information is not in the card.” Health records will not be available by accessing driver’s licences either, she confirmed. People who do not drive can still enrol at the nearest location where driver’s licences are issued for the new card. Once a person enrols, they will be issued a new BC Services Card, or a combined card, and will need to re-enrol every five years.
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Attempted kidnapping in Williams Lake The Williams Lake RCMP are seeking information from the public after they received an abandoned 911 call on Dec. 23 at 1:44 a.m. from a female in the area of Pine Street and Second Avenue North in Williams Lake. The female reported to police that a male had opened the passenger side door of his truck as she walked by and offered her a ride. He then got out of the truck and tried to pull her towards the truck. She was able to get away and the truck sped off. The suspect truck is described as a newer, white, four-door, with a British Columbia licence plate possibly starting with the letters ER. The male was described as being in his 40s, bald, about fivefoot-10, and being somewhat overweight. He was reportedly wearing glasses, a brown and grey coat and black pants. In a press release issued about the incident on the evening of Jan. 4, the RCMP asked if anyone has information regarding this incident that they contact the Williams Lake RCMP at (250)392-6211 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Crimestoppers also subscribes to web tips at www.bccrimestoppers.com. Williams Lake RCMP Inspector Warren Brown told the Tribune Monday that about 99 per cent of abandoned 911 calls are false. “Most often abandoned 911 calls are pocket dialed from cell phones or children fooling around,” Brown said. Another could be when youth gather at the arena, call 911 from a pay phone, and then hang up.”
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Monica Lamb-Yorski Tribune Staff Writer First Nations in and around Williams Lake held a second rally on Dec. 31 in support of Chief Theresa Spence who was then on the 21st day of her hunger strike asking for a meeting with prime minister Stephen Harper. The first rally was held Dec. 21. Challenging the 50 people of all ages gathered at the outdoor stage in Boitanio Park, Williams Lake Indian Band chief Anne Louie, urged everyone to write to their MPs to express concerns and ask them to support the meeting requested by Chief Spence. “Her community members, and many other First Nations live in deplorable conditions,” Louie said, adding the federal government has a fiduciary responsibility and obligation for all First Nations. “I ask you to keep Chief Theresa Spence in your thoughts, hearts and prayers. It is very sad that she had to go to this extreme to bring to public the issues that are based on the federal government’s actions.” The federal government’s Omnibus Bill C-45 is an example of
Williams Lake Indian Band chief Anne Louie addressed those gathered for a rally held in Williams Lake Dec. 31. It was the second rally held to support the efforts of Attawapiskat Chief Theresa Spence. Around 50 people attended the rally in Boitanio Park.
government exercising its muscle because it has a majority government, Louie added. “We are not the only ones affected by this bill. The navigable waters legislation impacts everyone, not just our people. Environmental assessment changes may affect everyone,” Louie said. “All you have to do is look at the proposed Enbridge pipeline and other pipelines to see how it will affect everyone in B.C.” She also alleged there is a misunderstanding amongst members of the general public on how First Nations are treated by the federal government. “I suggest if anyone is
opposed to what Chief Spence is doing that they go to her community and reside there for one year under the same conditions that her people are residing.” The federal government sends out “misinformation” when it says it is spending millions of dollars on First Nations, Louie added. “What the public needs to be made aware of is the majority of these funds are exhausted before they ever reach First Nations communities.” Paying for ministers’ salaries, their staff, administration at Aboriginal Affairs, and a large portion is transferred to the provincial government for health, educa-
tion, child welfare programs, which are all “failing miserably” because of lack of proper consultation. “The rates paid to the provincial government are much higher than what is issued to our community programs. We must let our elected MPs know that we expect equal treatment.” All Canadians, whether First Nations or not, benefit from funding for health, education and social programs, she added. “Tax collection alone, does not pay for all of this. Another myth is that First Nations do not pay taxes. This is false. The general public needs to get informed about this before making such
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negative comments. The Auditor General has repeatedly stated year after year, that the federal government must review and act on the treatment and issues of aboriginal people.” Trudy Stump provided a smudging on everyone gathered for the rally, including Canoe/Dog Creek chief Dave Archie who said his thoughts go out to all First Nations people living without food and in poor conditions, “harmful to their health and spirit.” Looking around he said the rally represented the stand people are going to have to take more and more. His words were followed by drumming and singing.
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2013 New Year’s baby welcomed Monica Lamb-Yorski Tribune Staff Writer Sarah and Nathan Anderson of Quesnel welcomed a son on Jan. 2, born at Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake. Judah Hartley, weighing 7 pounds 5 ounces, measuring 19 inches, arrived at 3:23 p.m. making him the New Year’s baby for Williams Lake. “His name means praised and thankful,” Sarah said. “We didn’t know we were having a boy until he was born.” Sarah was due on Jan. 10, and while her husband Nathan thought they were having a girl, Sarah was sure he was a boy and in a baby pool guessed he’d arrive on Jan. 2.
She went into labour New Year’s Eve and was assessed at the hospital in Quesnel around 2 a.m. Because she was scheduled to have the baby in Williams Lake, the couple made the drive down. The couple had given birth to a baby boy, Jacob, in November 2011, three months premature. He only lived a day, so Sarah’s pregnancy was considered high risk this time around. As Nathan cuddled Judah, Sarah said, “he’s a younger brother for Jacob.” Judah’s middle name, Hartley, is also Nathan’s middle name and his father’s middle name. It was his maternal grandmother’s maiden name, Sarah explained.
Nathan was born and raised in Quesnel. Sarah moved there when she was five years old. He’s an electrical apprentice and she is a student support worker all through the school district. As the couple took turns holding their son, they both commented how they’ve hardly heard him cry yet. “He was very alert the moment he was born, and was looking all around,” Nathan said. The Andersons hoped to head home to Quesnel by the weekend, and have already had some visitors from Quesnel at the hospital. Judah’s room is ready and waiting — all decorated with Winnie-thePooh.
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Sarah and Nathan Anderson of Quesnel with their newborn Judah Hartley. Born Jan. 2 at Cariboo Memorial Hospital, Judah was the New Year’s baby for Williams Lake.
Operation Red Nose a huge success in 2012 Monica Lamb-Yorski Tribune Staff Writer The number of people who used Operation Red Nose in Williams Lake was up by 30 per cent in 2012. It was the fourth year that the Rotary Club of Williams Lake and Williams Lake
Community Policing collaborated to offer the service. Operation Red Nose was operational nine evenings throughout the Christmas season offering free rides to folks that had been celebrating and needed a safe ride home along with their vehicle.
This year, the program provided 290 rides, a total of 639 riders, 126 volunteers, travelled 4.947 kms. and in excess of $7,500.00 in donations was received. This program was made possible by a number of outstanding businesses and volun-
teers, said safer communities co-ordinator Dave Dickson. “This year, Lake City Ford, Ron Ridley Rentals, Cariboo GM, Heartland Toyota and Gustafson’s Chrysler Jeep provided the vehicles. Panago Pizza and Taylor Made Cakes supplied the
refreshments each evening and David Hall and the Cariboo Chilcotin Child Development Centre supplied the telephone system and dispatch centre.” The Williams Lake RCMP and City of Williams Lake assisted with the administration.
Salvation Army kettles do well Monica Lamb-Yorski Tribune Staff Writer Final numbers for the Salvation Army’s kettle campaign in Williams Lake show that $51,600 was raised. That total is up from the 2011 total of $49,200 said Salvation Army Corps captain Randy Kadonaga
Friday, adding the mail-in donations have yet to be tallied. “Food donations were down from last year, but then our toy donations were astronomical.” Last year parents were invited to select toys for their children from a “toy store” set
up in the Salvation Army, but many told staff and volunteers that it was difficult to choose the toys. This year the toys were selected for families beforehand, and stuffed into parcels, which Kadonaga said the parents “really appreciated” and were
happier not to have to make those decisions. Around 270 hampers were given out, compared to 290 in 2011, and no one was turned away. “And our Christmas dinner on Dec. 25 served about 135 meals, volunteers and clients,” Kadonaga added.
This year, Kids Sport, Williams Lake figure Skating, Williams Lake Gymnastics and the Blue Fins swim club are the recipients of the funds. Volunteer numbers were up in 2012 as well. While he was planning for this year’s
service, Dickson approached the four local organizations that would benefit from any proceeds collected if by chance riders happen to make donations. As a result, each group committed to two nights of driving, with three teams of three drivers.
Correction notice The rate fringe residents will pay for 120 days of fire protection services from the Williams
Lake fire department will be $129 per $100,000 of residential assessment, not the maximum rate of
$147 per $100,000 as reported in the Tuesday December 25 issue of the Tribune.
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Horton Ventures holds open house Monica Lamb-Yorski Tribune Staff Writer Horton Ventures Inc. in Williams Lake held an open house in December. “As of April this year, we are now identified as one of the provincial WorkBC provincial employment service centres,” facility manager Nancy Thompson said. “We hold that contract through the provincial government, but we are a private company.” There are similar service centres all over B.C., in small and large communities, with the mandate to provide a place where any British Columbian can access
employment services, whether they are a job seeker or an employer. “People using the services are supposed to get the same level of services, straight across the province,” Thompson said. At the open house a variety of community partners had information booths. “We’re interested in working with our local community to help job seekers and employers be successful,” Thompson said, adding no one organization can “take this on” themselves. To help facilitate job seekers, the centre has experienced counsellors that work with clients
one-on-one. There is also a staffed resource centre, complete with a library, computers with internet access, and a job board. “The staff also works with employers to help them recruit employees and we offer free job postings to employers in and outside the community. We do that through our job board and through our website.” There are also volunteer postings, as a way to help job seekers build up experience while job seeking. Cariboo Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett congratulated Horton Ventures on being awarded the contract by
WorkBC. “Horton Ventures has been around for quite a few years. I had the pleasure of working with them when I was the mayor in 100 Mile House,” Barnett said. Referring to the impact of the mountain pine beetle and other factors on the region’s economy, Barnett acknowledged there are going to be challenges in the next five to 10 years. She also said there will be new opportunities with mining expansions and potential new mines. “Training is one of the issues we have to focus on and this centre is here to help and guide people,” she said.
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Cheryl Paul, two-week practicum student, and Janine M. Alphonse, employment co-ordinator Cariboo Chilcotin Aboriginal Training Employment Centre, at the Horton Ventures open house.
PST registration for businesses starts in January Businesses that sell or lease taxable goods, or sell software or taxable services in B.C., were able to register to collect the tax starting Jan. 2 announced Minister of State for Small Business Naomi Yamamoto. The PST will be reimplemented April 1, 2013. Businesses can register three ways: Online – go to: www. gov.bc.ca/etaxbc/register.
Online registration should take about 10 to 20 minutes to complete. In person — go to the nearest Service BC Centre. See locations at: www.servicebc.gov. bc.ca/ — or visit our office at 1802 Douglas St. in Victoria. By mail or fax — complete the Application for Registration for Provincial Sales Tax (FIN 418) found at: www.gov.bc.ca/pst. (Go to Forms and
Publications.) Businesses also can get the form at the nearest Service BC Centre, or by calling 1-877-3884440 to have one mailed to you. Mail or fax the completed form to the address or fax number shown on the form, along with the appropriate documentation. A new PST number will be assigned once the business registration application is processed.
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE SCRIPT Script Reading, Play Ordering Workshop, Appy Night
Saturday, January 12 - 6:30 pm Williams Lake Studio Theatre in Glendale School The Williams Lake Studio Theatre is holding an evening of appetizers and inquiries into the world of script choosing, reading and developing. We extend an open invitation for promising directors, thespians or anyone interested in the process of selecting a script. See a script come to life by participating in live readings and join us as we dive into a round table discussion featuring past and present directors. Any questions are welcome and encouraged. Browse online catalogues, as we will be placing an order for new scripts based on your recommendations. Hope to see you there. Please bring an appy. For more information contact Mary-Jo at 250-305-4801
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Twisted and Tortured Inkworkz food drive a success Monica Lamb-Yorski Tribune Staff Writer About six weeks before Christmas, Trevor Todorowich at Twisted and Tortured Inkworkz in Williams Lake decided to launch a food drive for the Williams Lake Women’s Contact Society. He put a notice out on Facebook that donations of more than $10 worth of food would warrant being entered to win a twohour ink session at his tattoo parlour on Borland Street. As he posed for a photograph with Ashley Turatus, Women’s Contact Society, in front of a Christmas tree surrounded by food donations, Trevor said he was “blown
away” by people’s generosity. “There’s about $3,000 worth of dry goods and that’s from about 60 people.” His uncle, Dale Todorowich, said the campaign also raised $730 in cash that will go toward purchasing fresh produce and proteins. The decorated Christmas tree, themed in purple, will also go to the society for its annual diamond gala event in 2013. A stack of clothing also gathered by donations will go to the Big Brothers Big Sisters. “We figured a food drive for January would help replenish food supplies when they are their lowest,” Dale said.
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Ashley Turatus of the Women’s Contact Society accepts a donation of $3,000 of food and $730 cash from Trevor Todorowich of Twisted and Tortured Inkworkz.
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Williams Lake city council highlights 2013 Provisional Budget Council approved a provisional budget for 2013. This budget is only provisional and will be amended as necessary over the coming months, after the yearend figures for 2012 are finalized and with additional opportunities for public input on the budget before its final adoption in May 2013. This provisional budget is available for viewing on the City’s website (www.williamslake.ca) via the ‘Budget 2013’ link. Junior Council Terms of Reference – Amendment Council approved amendments to the Terms of Reference for Junior Council: • reduce the number of City Councillors from two to one; • remove the requirement for Junior Councillors to be high school students; • allow for a one year re-appointment for current Junior Councillors. The changes will allow for re-appointment of Junior Councillors in Grade 12 to provide leadership and continu-
ity to the Council, and to have fewer adults involved in Junior Council to allow more ownership and leadership from the Junior Councillors themselves. Free Crown Grant – Airport Lands Council accepted the final review letter received from the Province on Nov. 29, 2012 and directed Staff to satisfy all the conditions outlined in the crown grant letter, excepting the issue of the timber cruise, of which Staff be directed to notify the Crown that this item will be completed at such time as the land is ready for development; and further, the $18,109 plus HST required to complete the crown grant be allocated from the Airport 2013 budget. In December of 2009 City staff received endorsement from council to make application for a Community/Institutional Free Crown Grant for land adjacent to the Williams Lake Regional Airport with sponsorship from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. Under the application the City requested two portions of land which included 9.7 ha of land adjacent to the Cariboo
Fire Centre, and 15.2 ha portion of land to the South of the Private Airport Hangers. OCP 2012 Monitoring and Reporting Council received a report on implementation of the Official Community Plan in 2012 for information and directed that it be made available through the City’s Web Site, linked to the OCP as a progress tab for 2012. Award of Engineering Contract for Water Model RFP Council awarded the contract for a water model RFP to Geo Advise Engineering Inc. for the amount of $19,885, excluding HST. In 2012 Council approved $150,000 in the water budget to develop a water model of the City’s water distribution system. Currently the City does not have a method to determine the effects development may have on the water system. A comprehensive water model of a water distribution system provides data to calculate and forecast the effects of
development, system improvements, performance such as water quality, etc. City of Williams Lake Regional Airport Fees Bylaw No. 2161, 2012 Council adopted City of Williams Lake Regional Airport Fees
Bylaw No. 2161, 2012, which increases landing and passenger fees at the Williams Lake Regional Airport by 15%, parking fees increase by 10%, as well as increased water and sewer fees for airport tenants. Next council meeting Tuesday, Jan, 8, at 6 p.m. in council chambers.
Watch for Ready, Set, Learn playgroups beginning next month at your local elementary school. Ready, Set, Learn is a 10 week program for children born in 2008 or 2009 to visit their future school with their parent/caregiver. Once a week, there will be fun activities and tips on early learning. For details contact the school, call 250-398-3839 or go to www.sd27.bc.ca. SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 27 (CARIBOO-CHILCOTIN)
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• Publisher/Sales Mgr. Lisa Bowering • Editor Erin Hitchcock 250-392-2331 ext 243 editor@wltribune.com Free press can, of course, be good or bad, but, most certainly without freedom, the press will never be anything but bad. - Albert Camus
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oday’s rant is about kinds of lying. Lies range from little white fibs to big black whoppers. Twisting the truth to be polite, or to win an argument, or even to pull a leg or two, is socially acceptable. Sometimes we repeat a story in good faith because it came from a person we trust. (Is it a lie if you believe what you are saying is true?) Even little kids tell porkies, but lying by withholding information, or providing misinformation through bafflegab and French obfusConnection cation, Diana French are not okay. Modern technology gives us instant news, but we often aren’t any wiser for it because there is so much information from so many different sources it’s difficult to sort fact from fancy. Propaganda (communications that present only one side of an issue rather than giving an impartial view) is one form of lying but a newer breed of PR people, spin doctors, go further. Big governments and big corporations pay big money to these experts to “spin” or manipulate the facts to suit particular interests. Spreading misinformation isn’t seen as fibbing, it’s more “we’re right and we don’t have to listen to you.” We usually recognize tall tales meant to entertain us, but we don’t always recognize spin-doctored news. We don’t always know what’s being withheld, or downplayed by the media, but some issues obviously aren’t deemed as newsworthy as others. The Idle No More movement was triggered by Bill C-45, Prime Minister Harper’s second omnibus budget bill. Along with the changes in the Indian Act, Idle No More is concerned over the gutting of both the Navigable Waters Protection Act and the Environmental Assessment Act. We aren’t hearing much about those two, although the changes are hugely relevant to all of us especially in light of environmental issues like pipelines, tankers, mines, dams, run of the river projects, etc. Not worth spinning I guess. Diana French is a freelance columnist for the Tribune. She is a former Tribune editor, retired teacher, historian, and book author.
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Focus on the things that matter It’s a fact that the chances of sticking to a New Years resolution are slim to none. Most well intentioned resolutions are forgotten by February. The most common choices for people making new years resolutions usually involve things that most of us have in short supply. Namely time and money. While losing weight is a nice idea for many, the reality of finding time in the day to exercise or prepare healthy meals means that by the end of January the resolution has been forgotten. Instead of vowing to volunteer more, travel or get a better paid job, why not set attainable, specific goals? In other words, make baby steps towards getting a better job, such as giving your resume a makeover, or learning new skills. Don’t expect to drop 20 kilos this year, instead just resolve to eat at least one healthy balanced meal a day. Even better, why not try focusing on things that will not mean spending any time, money, or ener-
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gy? New Years is a time when we all get the chance to fix things, and start a new chapter. It’s a cliche, but losing weight or having a better job isn’t what makes people happy, but having great relationships is. Make 2013 the year that you reach out to old friends that have been neglected, forgive the ones who have let you down and give second chances. And be kind to strangers. You don’t know what role they might end up playing in your life. Having good relationships also means you will have the support, confidence and will to attain those other goals. Whatever your final goal is, we hope 2013 brings happiness and contentment for all our readers. We want to hear about all the news and events that mean something to you this year. Our resolution is to bring our readers all the information they want to know, but we need your help to do it. Happy New Year. - The Free Press
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s the new year begins, I would like to take a bit of time to tell you about my hopes for 2013 as your local MLA. There are a lot of important issues in our region, and I’d like to tell you about a few of the initiatives that I would like see move forward this year. First of all, I believe it is important that we all continue to work together to be fiscally responsible. Our province has done quite well despite the global recession. One of the big reasons for this is the fiscal restraint that our government has exercised, maintaining a triple-A credit rating and making B.C. an excelMLA lent place Musings to invest. Donna Barnett Both as individuals and as a government, we need to continue this fiscal responsibility. This will help us in what I believe is one of our most important tasks, namely to boost job creation and develop industry, both at the provincial level and here in our region. This includes the Prosperity mine, which is so important for the Cariboo in terms of jobs and economic development, and which I would like to see move forward. It’s also important that we have skilled workers to take up the new jobs being created, and so I would like to see our skills and apprenticeship programs, such as those at Thompson Rivers University, continue to grow. I believe it’s very important to educate young people and give them the skills they need to be successful in the workforce and I look forward to continuing to work with Dr. Ray Sanders at TRU to support skills training programs there. I would also like to see work continue on the Cariboo Connector, which will bring many benefits to our communities. Widening and improving Highway 97 will not only increase safety and convenience for individuals and families, but will also give a boost to industry and commercial traffic, supporting our expanding economy. Finally, I’d like to see work begin on the expansion of Cariboo Memorial Hospital, which will improve care and provide many services to the residents of Williams Lake and the region. I believe we will make a great deal of progress on these initiatives in the coming year, and I hope that we can work together as a community to see them through. Donna Barnett is the Liberal MLA for Cariboo-Chilcotin.
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South Lakeside needs alternate route Editor: We are starting a new year and how or why Williams Lake and Cariboo residences got the intersection and roadway we have is not important. What is important is that we do not continue spending money or trying to rebuild a mistake. The entrance into and out of Walmart as originally designed would remove most traffic. Then taking a realistic look at traffic flow could be done without interfering with business in Pioneer Place and South Lakeside Drive business and residences. The city is planning to start construction in 2013 without an alternate route into and out of Pioneer Place. This is not acceptable to Lakeside Drive residences and businesses, as this would cre-
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ate a safety issue, and interfere with businesses and residences. Peter V. Epp Sr. Williams Lake
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The Cariboo Memorial Hospital Auxiliary purchased a special ceiling lift at a cost of $7,797. The lift moves on a boom with a sling below for the patient. Sara Evans, second floor manager, says the goal of the hospital is to have one lift over every bed. Pictured here with the lift are Joyce Bamberry, discharge planning co-ordinator, and Sara Evans, second floor manager with hospital auxiliary president Marie Payne.
Quesnel sockeye returns alarmingly low Editor: I have recently finished reading the Fisheries and Oceans Canada announcement on their preliminary sockeye estimates for the 2012 summer run sockeye escapements for the Quesnel River. For your reference the escapement into the Quesnel River in 2012 was 624 sockeye and I have provided the following additional
information from the document for your reference: Quesnel – This area has one validated Summer Run CU (Quesnel-S) and two un-validated Summer Run CUs (Cariboo-S and Middle Fraser River-Type)3. The 2012 escapement to this area (624) is the fourth lowest on record for this off-cycle year (Figure 2d). It is 10 per cent of the brood year escapement (7,091) and five
per cent of the long term cycle year average (11,619). This escapement represents the third consecutive decline relative to the brood on this cycle year, decreasing 99 per cent since the record cycle escapement of 63,782 in 2000 (Figure 3d). Spawning success for the Quesnel system in 2012 is the second lowest on record at an estimated 32.7 per cent, well below the long term system average of
84.4 per cent. This is alarming information and in view of the recent cuts to Fisheries and Oceans Canada by the Conservative government, I am writing to request information on how the government intends to alleviate this declining trend (99 per cent) that has been underway since 2000. This once prolific sockeye stock is in trouble in all of the four year cycle escapements and
needs corrective measures and much needed attention. The recent Cohen Commission report on Fraser River sockeye may be a great place to begin the implementation of a recovery plan for this stock and several others in the mid and upper Fraser River that have been in constant decline for several years. Richard Holmes Likely
NEWS Inappropriate 9-1-1 calls divert BC Ambulance resources Last year Emergency Medical Dispatchers at BC Ambulance Service (BCAS) answered more than 394,000 9-1-1 calls. While many of those calls involved lifethreatening situations from cardiac arrests to childbirth to motor vehicle incidents, some, however, were not of an urgent nature and did not require an ambulance response.
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In a press release, BCAS director of dispatch operations Gord Kirk said calls that are inappropriate divert resources from those who need swift medical attention. Giving examples, Kirk said people have contacted 9-1-1 for help to get through to their cell provider, to get a hold of the doctor’s office because it’s closed, or ask for a wake-up call.
I think my house is infested with fleas. Can someone come and check it out? “It’s important to remember that we’re here to help people with emergency medical situations.” BCAS encourages the public to dial 9-1-1 for assistance during a medical emergency. Alternatives to calling an ambulance include contacting the 8-1-1 tele-
health service, accessing a walkin clinic, making an appointment with a family doctor or visiting a hospital emergency department if necessary. Hospital emergency departments triage all patients that arrive, including those by ambulance. BCAS operates under the authority of the Emergency and Health Services Commission
(EHSC) to provide residents and healthcare professionals with access to pre-hospital emergency and patient transfer services. The EHSC also oversees BC Bedline and Trauma Services BC. The EHSC is a division of the Provincial Health Services Authority, which manages high-quality specialized health care services across BC.
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45th annual WL Christmas Bird Count Rita Proulx photo A Tanager seen at Terra Ridge during the annual Christmas Bird Count in Williams Lake by Marion Corless. Here the male bird is looking very festive in its winter plumage, which is mostly scarlet in breeding season, said count co-ordinator Phil Ranson.
Phil Ranson Special to The Tribune The Williams Lake Field Naturalists held their 45th annual Christmas bird count on Dec 16th under very favourable weather conditions. Williams Lake had frozen a little more overnight leaving about 30 per cent open water but unfortunately for counters, most of the water birds had seen the writing on the wall and left while they still could. 3646 birds of 56 species were counted on the day by 31 observers in the field and as well as 16 feeder watchers. Individual bird numbers were a little below normal while the number of species was 4 above the 10 year average. The hoped-for Snowy Owl which was seen a couple of days before at Scout Island and on South Lakeside was not found on count day. But there were compensations. The bird of the day, which eclipsed all others, was not identified until 3 days after the count. Feeder watcher Marion Corless had phoned in her report from Terra Ridge with a note that she had seen an unusual bird that she could not identify. Two days later Marion, who is 91 and has been watching birds since she was 11, saw the bird again and after poring through her bird field guides was able to identify the bird as a Tanager. The Western Tanager occurs in the Cariboo as a breeding bird and winters in Central and South America. Marion was not satisfied that the bird was this species but the only other two Tanagers breed across Eastern N. America, winter south of the Equator and are accidental in BC She informed count coordinator Phil Ranson and by the time he arrived she had come to the conclusion the bird must be a Scarlet Tanager, a bird that has never occurred in the interior of the province and has only been recorded 6 or 7 times previously on the coast. Photographs were
taken and sent to experts who confirmed the identity as a Scarlet Tanager. Why the bird turned right on fall migration and ended up in Williams Lake at this time of year instead of Colombia or Peru is a mystery but excited birders who are driving from Quesnel, Prince George and as far afield as Chilliwack, Richmond, and even flying from Vancouver to see this rarity are not too sorry for the error.
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Winter Garbage Pickup & Snow Removal Winter is here, and the question may be: How is the City is planning to do snow removal on the day when it coincides with garbage collection? What will the residents of Williams Lake have to do in the winter months for garbage collection? The answer is nothing different from what we have been doing all summer except, of course, shovel snow. In the winter months, residents will need to put their containers at the curb in the same manner as during the rest of the year. The containers must sit as close as possible to the driving surface of the street. Residents cannot put their container on top of any snow bank or wind row caused by the snow plow. It will be the responsibility of the resident to shovel the snow away from the spot where they normally place their containers. It is not necessary for the resident to move the containers further into the street as the snow may creep out into the street. The resident only needs to ensure that there are no piles of snow in front of the container that would impede the movement of the arm on the garbage truck. The resident also needs to remove the carts as soon as possible after they have been emptied. The City will continue to clean the streets when the snow is falling as it has in the past. The plow trucks will be paying special attention to the areas where the garbage/recycling containers will be on the street. They will be avoiding the containers with the blades of the truck as well as the snow that comes off the blades. If you have any questions about the program, please contact Manager of Water & Waste at (250) 392-2311. Thank you for your support and participation!
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Polar Bear Swim rings in 2013 It was another bone-chilling success New Year’s Day when the Williams Lake Rustlers Rugby Football Club kicked off the 13th year of the millenium with its 13th annual Polar Bear Swim. A total of 51 swimmers leapt in the frigid 2 C waters of Williams Lake, while many more spectators contributed to help raise $1,594 for youth and junior rugby programs in Williams Lake through donations and pledges. Prizes were awarded for various feats including best costume, oldest swimmer and youngest swimmer. This year’s oldest swimmers were Yvonne Veerkamp and Barb Chelsea while the youngest swimmers were Sean Marshall and Jacob Schults, both 8. Nine jumpers took the plunge from Williams Lake Secondary School, while 11 jumpers participated from Columneetza Secondary School. Additionally, the Williams Lake Boy Scouts particpated in the swim.. Also this year five Australians and two South Africans took part. “We would like to thank all those involved with the setup, especially Brad Bulow, who organized the event this year and all the local sponsors including Save-On Foods, The Bean Counter, The Gecko Tree, Red Shred’s Bike and Board Shed,” said Todd Pritchard, CSS rugby coach and WLRRFC member. “And a special thanks to the Judd family, who once again supplied the portable change rooms that gave our swimmers a place to warm up.”
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Williams Lake high school rugby players (from right) Vince Austin, Jordan Murphy, Cole Leclerc, Noah Ryll, Jaye Richards, Hunter Lampreau and Orin Watkinson were among many youth in Williams Lake who participated in the Williams Lake Rustlers Rugby Football Club’s 13th annual Polar Bear Swim New Year’s Day.
Saturday, Jan. 11 Stampeders host Tomahawks
The Williams Lake Stampeders return home to the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex after a five-game road swing to take on the Lac La Hache Tomahawks. The game will be the last the Stampeders play in Williams Lake during the regular season. Following the game, WIlliams Lake travels to Quesnel to take on the Kangaroos Jan. 12 for its final game of the regular season. For more on the Williams Lake Stampders visit www. wlstampeders.com.
Friday, Jan. 10 to Sunday, Jan. 12 Williams Lake Minor Hockey Association Bantam House Tournament
Left: Nikki Mallyon, Brendon Mallyon and Brent Gardner bravely prepare to take the plunge in Williams Lake. Right: Williams Lake Rustler Jason Ryll, along with his trusty megaphone, calls the action New Year’s Day for the Polar Bear Swim. Williams Lake Secondary School rugby players (from left) Skye Forcier, Carleigh Walters, Paige Sepkowski show no fear while leaping into the 2 C waters of Williams Lake.
Bantam hockey players from around the city will converge at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex this weekend when the Williams Lake Minor Hockey Association hosts its annual Bantam House Tournament. Games start Friday evening and go all day Saturday, with finals going Sunday morning.
Friday, Feb. 15 to Sunday, Feb. 17
Third Annual Co-Ed Valentine’s Futsal Tournament The Williams Lake men’s and ladies’ soccer leagues are now accepting registration for the upcoming Third Annual Co-Ed Valentine’s Futsal Tournament. The tournament goes Feb. 15-17 at the Williams Lake Secondary School gymnasium. On Feb. 16, following games, there will be a social at the Oliver Street Bar and Grill. Registration forms for the tournament can be downloaded at www.williamslakesoccer.ca or can be picked up at Caribou Ski Source For Sports. The registration deadline to play is Feb. 1. For more information contact Katie McMahen at katiemcmahen@gmail.com.
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U16 High Performance Camp hits lakecity Greg Sabatino photo
Williams Lake hockey player Victoria Byer takes the puck away from an opponent Sunday during the BC Hockey U16 Female High Performance Camp. A total of 50 players registered and arrived at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex Saturday to participate in the two-day evaluation camp. By the end of the day Sunday 20 players were asked onto the next stage of the BC Hockey High Performance program. For more see a future Tribune.
City to expand XploreSportZ winter program Williams Lake has been chosen by PacificSport NorthernBC to receive BC Sport Participation funding from the Government of Canada and the Province of BC in order to expand the XploreSport program. The XploreSportZ winter program will give children age nine to 12 the opportunity to try several sports offered at the BC Winter Games and to learn about snow safety. Transportation, seating and costs limit the maximum number of participants so don’t delay in registering. A nominal fee of $90 will be charged to guarantee commitment by participants for the entire
program through February. The four-week program will offer an introduction to downhill skiing, cross country skiing, biathlon, archery, snowshoeing and the Snowsmart program. The program will start with the Provincial Search and Rescue program SNOWSMART teaching the essentials of winter outdoor safety and supports the use of proper equipment, knowledge and training. After lunch the participants will be transported to the curling rink to learn about the game. The second sport activity will take the participants for a full day of skiing at Mount Timothy. The
following week, particicipants will meet at the Bull Mountain trails to experience cross-country skiing with a certified coach. In the afternoon local cadet leaders will introduce the group to the sport of biathalon. The final day will include a morning of indoor archery, hosted by the Williams Lake Sportsman’s Association. In the afternoon the program leaders will take the participants on a snowshoe walk around Bond Lake. The program runs for four weeks which allows two alternate days to run the classes. For more information or to register contact Suzanne Cochrane at 250398-7665.
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Stamps clinch division title Snap Steelheads unbeaten streak in the process Aaron Zurak, Nathan (2G) and Johnson — who also had three assists — rounded out the scoring for the Stampeders. With both wins Williams Lake improves to 11-4-1 with two games remaining in its regular season. Next, this Friday, Williams Lake hosts the 6-91 Lac La Hache Tomahawks at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex for its final home game of the regular season at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, the Stamps head to Quesnel to face the Kangaroos to close out its season.
Greg Sabatino Tribune Staff Writer It was about as good a start to 2013 as the Williams Lake Stampeders could have asked for. Saturday, the Stampeders did what hadn’t been done in 32 games — they defeated the Smithers Steelheads and former National Hockey League netminder Mike Wall, 6-3, in front of 600 fans at the Civic Arena in Smithers. Sunday, Williams Lake carried its momentum to a clash with the Houston Luckies in Burns Lake on neutral ice, winning 6-5 and, with it, clinching the Central Interior Hockey League East Division title with just two games remaining in the regular season. Stampeders general manager Kelly Kohlen said it was an outstanding effort by his club in Smithers, adding it was the team’s best game this season. “We played a full 60 minutes of hockey,” Kohlen said. “We kept the pressure on and we got more shots this time around [than earlier in the season].” Williams Lake’s Jassi Sangha had the hot hand for the Stamps, notching a hat trick to put his team up 4-2 with four seconds
left in the second period. In the third Francis Johnson and Nathan Zurak sealed the deal. Matt Lees notched the other Stampeder goal early in the second for the Stamps. For Smithers just Eric Smith, Ian Smith and Darryl Young were able to beat Williams Lake netminder Justin Foote through 41 shots. Wall, who leads the league in wins, goals against average and save percentage, turned aside 34 shots in the losing effort. “I don’t think he had his best game but he doesn’t let too many past
him,” Kohlen said. “I think that’s the most any team’s scored on him.” Smithers went a perfect 18-0 last year before moving on to win the league playoff championship over the Stampeders. Up until Saturday’s contest the Steelheads were 15-0 this season. “It’s a big win for us — a huge win,” Kohlen said. Sunday, Williams Lake fell behind early before battling back in the second to overwhelm the Luckies. Sangha, again, showed up big lighting the lamp on Houston’s Brock Hendrickson twice.
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Williams Lake Cross Country Ski Club members (left) Jim Johnston and (right) Marlene Johnston take (second from left) Vonna Underhill, Steven Roi and Jarret Roi, 10, out on the trails at Bull Mountain Sunday during Family Fun Day. The free day of skiing, including demos and instruction, saw 37 participants try out the sport.
Beautiful weather for Family Fun Day It was blue skies, sunshine and freshly groomed trails at Bull Mountain Sunday when the Williams Lake Cross Country Ski Club hosted its annual Family Fun Day. Betty Donahue, Family Fun Day organizer and WLCCSC member, said 37 people took advantage of the beautiful weather, trails and free crosscountry ski lessons
offered by club members. Of the 37 people who took advantage of the free day of skiing, 10 were kids. “There were many rosy, smiling faces to be seen,” Donahue said. “Ten club members instructed the participants in the finer points of cross-country skiing. Caribou Ski Source for Sports and Barking Spider provided the demo skis, boots
and poles.” Donahue added further adult lessons are being offered by the club on Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. and on Sundays at 1 p.m. until Jan. 27. Participants must provide their own equipment, but the lessons are free and no pre registration is required. For more on the WLCCSC visit www. bullmountain.ca.
Valentine’s co-ed soccer tournament starts Feb. 15 The Williams Lake men’s and ladies’ soccer leagues are now accepting registration for the upcoming Third Annual Co-Ed Valentine’s Futsal Tournament. The tournament, which goes Feb. 15-17 at the Williams Lake Secondary School gymnasium, will feature five on five play, including the goalie, with two men and two women on the court at all times. Games will be decided by two 25-minutes halves. Each team registered in the tour-
nament is guaranteed three games. The tournament draw will follow a roundrobin format, followed by playoff matchups afterwards. On Feb. 16, following games, there will be a social at the Oliver Street Bar and Grill. Registration forms for the tournament can be downloaded at www.williamslakesoccer.ca or can be picked up at Caribou Ski Source For Sports. The registration deadline to play is Feb. 1. For more informa-
tion contact Katie McMahen at katiemcmahen@gmail.com.
James Walter Bosworth January 8, 2011 No one knows how much we miss you, life has not been the same since we lost you. In our hearts your memory lingers, there is not a day dear Jim that we do not think of you. Keep watch over our families. All my Love Lina
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Potato House: art to inspire a community LeRae Haynes Special to The Tribune A new calendar is a great way to start off the new year, especially when it is locally made and features all local content. The 2013 Potato House calendar, available at Dandelion Living, is hot off the press, according to Potato House president Mary Forbes, who added that her original idea for a nude calendar was replaced by one featuring artistic, ethereal and whimsical photos of the house itself. “I remember watching the film Calendar Girls and loved the idea of a project like that for a group struggling for funds,” Forbes explained. “It’s the right time of year for a calendar, and I wanted to start with a nude calendar, but discovered that there was already one in the works and didn’t want to complete with that—Robyn Mumford’s Cariboo Cowgirls. “So we adapted. Plus we didn’t have any naked models and it was getting cold out. Maybe we’ll do a nude calendar next year.” She explained that photographers always want to get in to take photos of the Potato House, adding that she has been e-mailed quite a few. “I sent out the word to people whom I know had taken photos of the Potato House and the first person I heard back from was Pat Teti, one of our board members. He’s amazing—he has done carpentry for us, including coat hooks in the house,” she said. “He also just won the Banff National Park photo contest.” The next person to contact Forbes with photos was Leah Selk, formerly on the Potato House board of directors. “The second we got the house, she got a key and was in there taking photos, so hers are from early on in the project,” Forbes continued. “Chris Hornby, also a board member, was next. She is the most energetic volunteer I’ve ever seen. She tirelessly runs our book sale at the Saturday farmer’s market, week after week and sells our Potato House recycled shirts. Our non-grant fundraising is done almost exclusively by Chris. “She also brought us photos. She specializes in old building photos, and hers is the December photo. It’s particularly special because if you can guess what
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Potato House Project president Mary Forbes has the new Potato House calendars on display and for sale at Dandelion Living. the photo is of, you are entered to win a 2014 calendar.” The Potato House board went ‘arty’ with the calendars because there is so much art and inspiration in the Potato House itself, according to Forbes. “The photographers who contributed to the calendars, myself included, are capable of seeing past the weeds to what it could be. It’s an art to see the potential in something as old and dilapidated as the Potato House. We’ve also been highly associated with art endeavours, including a show at the Station House Gallery. “The Potato House inspires art; its purchase was inspired by art—by Michael Kluckner’s Vanishing British Columbia heritage book. He did a beautiful water colour photo of the Potato House and said that he hopes it doesn’t disappear.” She stated that the Potato House has now been purchased for a year and a half, and that a generous community member holds the mortgage for the project. “ We need to pay them back and are struggling with that. We’re currently working on a Cariboo
Chilcotin Beetle Action Coalition (CCBAC) application for funds to make the Potato House property the compost centre of Williams Lake,” she said. “One of the reasons we’re doing the calendar is that we were advised that that CCBAC will look for other sources of funding for the project. We need creative, adaptable, sustainable sources. I wanted something that I can bring to the board that they can take home, something to give our volunteers and something we can sell to raise funds.” Forbes also said that every penny from the calendar sales goes to the Potato House and they were all made locally—photographers and printers. “Eric at Papyrus Printing was fantastic. His service was really good and product is gorgeous and he was very enthusiastic about the project. He has a good feel for the art itself. “Leslie Rowse is professional photographer who also contributed to the calendar. She did an engagement shoot in the Potato House, and her photos were so beautiful that I asked her to be our official Potato House photog-
rapher,” Forbes continued. “Leslie contributed the photos of the feet on the stairs and the concord grapes. Kim Judd from Blue Spoon Catering harvests those grapes and makes jam, which is for sale at Dandelion Living.” The calendars include local events and important dates and Forbes said that they are now looking for events to include in the 2014 calendar. “If you have a Cariboo Chilcotin event you’d like to promote, email us. It’s free. We’re also looking for photographers. Take pictures of the Potato House and send them to us. If your photo is chosen, you win a free 2014 calendar.” She added that, to win a 2013 calendar, you can come to the Potato House annual general meeting at Scout Island on Jan. 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. “It’s a potatothemed potluck, and there is a competition for the best potato dish.” For more information about the Potato House project and the calendars, come in to Dandelion and talk to Mary or email wlpotatohouse@yahoo.ca.
On Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 7 p.m., local author and Horsefly resident, Lloyd Antypowich, will be at the Cariboo Regional District Library in Williams Lake. During the session, Antypowich will discuss his first non-fiction work A Hunting We Did Go: True Mountain Adventures.The event will take place in the library’s programme room located at 180 North Third Ave. For 40 consecutive years, Antypowich took time out of his busy life and followed the call of his heart, journeying into the mountains to go hunting. He sharpened his senses as he pitted his skills against those of the animals that he stalked. In A Hunting We Did Go: True Mountain Adventures, Antypowich takes you along on his hunting journeys, with a style that is humourous and candid. He will share some of his favourite stories and photographs from the book. The books will be available for purchase and signing at the event. Further information about upcoming library events and service offerings is available online at cln.bc.ca or by calling 250-392-3630.
Saturday, Jan. 12
Script reading, play ordering workshop, appy night The Williams Lake Studio Theatre is holding an evening of appetizers and inquiries into the world of script choosing, reading and developing. We extend an open invitation for promising directors, thespians or anyone interested in the process of selecting a script. See a script come to life by participating in live readings and join us as we dive into a round table discussion featuring past and present directors. Any questions are welcome and encouraged. Browse online catalogues, as we will be placing an order for new scripts based on your recommendations. Hope to see you there. Saturday Jan. 12 at 6:30pm at Williams Lake Studio Theatre in Glendale School.
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Red Cross program lends a helping hand LeRae Haynes Special to The Tribune Williams Lake resident Hilda Benisch is at home recovering from surgery resulting from a broken wrist and a broken knee cap from a fall about four weeks ago. She states that her daily life has been greatly improved by equipment loaned to her by the Red Cross Equipment office in Williams Lake— items that increase her mobility, independence and comfort while she is recovering. She said that she tripped and fell on a cement floor, and that when she was sent to Kamloops for surgery she found out about the Red Cross Equipment program. “I first heard about it because a very good friend of mine volunteers with them in Kamloops,” she noted. “She helped me get a bench for the bathtub and a special walker to support my broken right wrist.” When she returned to Williams Lake, she said that a physiotherapist came to her home to see what else she needed. “My son-in-law went with her to the local Red Cross office and picked out the rest of equipment I needed,” she continued. She said that the Williams Lake Red Cross Equipment office loaned her a bar that fits between the mattress and the box springs and goes over the bed so that she can move herself around. “I also got a bar for the bathroom, a cane and a special crutch with a groove for my broken arm,” she explained, adding that she is very grateful for the Red Cross program in Williams Lake and is healing well. With a referral from a health care professional, Red Cross Equipment volunteers can set
you up with items that reduce your discomfort and your stress and help you be as independent as possible. Located in the lower level of Deni House, Red Cross offers things like walkers with wheels and rigid walkers, bath boards, fourwheel walkers, straight and ‘quad’ canes, a range of wheelchairs, commodes, over-bed tables, manual wheelchairs for adults and kids, transfer benches and shower chairs. There are bed handles to slide under your mattress to pull yourself up, tub rails, aluminum regular and forearm crutches, bath aids, IV poles, as well as some bariatric equipment. Volunteer Isobel Catling said that what brings people to the Red Cross is usually post-surgery care. People come in with referrals from nurses, doctors and occupational and physical therapists in order to access the Red Cross equipment— something that can help you achieve help for daily living—making you more independent and comfortable. Equipment loans are for three months, and can be extended for a limited time. If the client is palliative, the loan of the equipment can be extended for as long as required, according to Catling. She explained that donations from clients, whether by equipment or by cash, help to keep the department supplied. It is important to note that, popular misconceptions aside, Red Cross equipment isn’t just for seniors—it’s for everyone, according to Catling. She said that families who come to get equipment for a loved one are often amazed and thankful. If you had to rent a wheelchair from other sources, it would cost
you approximately $80 a month, she stated. If you had to rent a walker it would be about $60 a month. Through the Red Cross it’s provided at no cost to you. Catling said that the Red Cross Health Equipment Loan program has another thing to offer the community: a wide range of opportunities for volunteers. Repairing, cleaning, maintaining and organizing equipment, tracking referrals and loans and helping with computer and office work are all tasks open to people. The volunteers interact with clients and help them pick out what they need according to their referral and provide information about how to use the equipment safely. She stated that volunteering at the Red Cross is great for a retired person wanting to give back something to the community. It is a great way to keep your hand in, keep your mind sharp and learn a new skill. The Red Cross Williams Lake office is open five days a week. There are at least two volunteers on each shift from Monday to Friday, and currently volunteers work approximately two hours each week. “Having this available in Williams Lake is the difference between lying in bed and getting up and moving around,” Hilda Benisch said. “It’s so easy to take your mobility for granted, but when something like this happens you realize how much you enjoy and appreciate it.” For more information about the Red Cross Equipment office in Williams Lake, including making a donation or finding out about becoming a volunteer, phone 250-398-6803 or visit the office on the lower level at the Deni House.
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A look to the Cariboo Festival The Cariboo Festival committee hopes 2013 will have many festival entries. Adjudicators for all the disciplines are already booked. The piano adjudicator is coming from Surrey, vocal, band and speech arts
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Elder college registration begins Spring is right around the corner for members of Elder College — as soon as mid January for some. The spring semester will get underway with membership sign-up on Wednesday, Jan. 9, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Seniors Activity Centre. Course registration and membership will take place a week later, Jan. 16, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church, 1000 Huckvale Place. A week after that will be final registration at the Seniors’ Activity Centre, Jan. 23 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Two exciting new courses that will be popular are Ken’s Country Cooking with Ken Wilson and Beginner’s Spanish with TRU instructor Patricia Olson. Rob Borsato returns with Greenhouse Gardening in the Cariboo on Thursdays throughout April. Ordell Steen and Anna Roberts will lead a popular day-long hike through the mid and lower Williams Lake River Valley on May 24. Wally Chernoff’s course, Water Colours with Wally, is coming back by popular demand and will start even
before registration. The class will be Tuesdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. starting Tuesday, Jan. 15. Anyone who would like to be included should call Barry Sale at 250-296-3315 to reserve a spot. Other returning courses include Music Appreciation with Dennis Tupman, Guitar Workshop with George Cornett, Intermediate or Beginner’s Bridge with Linda and Don McKernan, Introduction to Computers with Jeannine Morgan, who also teaches seniors about the Mysteries of the Cell Phone. Chris Fletcher will return with Computers— The Next Steps, and
Arnie Zimmerman will be back with Furniture Reupholstery. Elder College will also be coordinating three free separate community services courses. Although no charge is made for the lectures, participants need to register for them in advance. One course includes five presentations on aging and health with attention to eye health, pharmaceuticals, dental health, back health and hearing. A staff member from Staples will be teaching a course on tablet computers for The Travellers’ Essential. Tatjana Bates will lead a workshop on smart shopping and
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LeRae Haynes Special to The Tribune This was the seventh win in a row for fiveyear-old Williams Lake golden retriever Deuce and his owner Sindee Broen. The pair took ‘High in Trial’ recently at the Elsie Murray Dog Show in Cloverdale— an all-breed show and obedience competition. “This competition in Vancouver is one of the highest-rated in Canada,” she said. “Deuce competed in the obedience category, winning the whole trial for both days of the event.” Broen explained that each class is scored out of 200 points, and that if two people get the same score there is a ‘run off.’ Entered in the most advanced category, Deuce drops on command, comes on command and executes scent discrimination. The owner ‘scents’ an item and it is mixed in with other similar items, and placed by the judge. The dog has to unerringly locate the item scented by its owner. Broen stated that other exercises at the event included hand signals and heeling patterns. “In one exercise the judge tells you to stand your dog and move to the other side of the ring,” she explained. “You face your dog and wait for a hand motion from the judge that tells you to have your dog sit, lie down or come to you.” She noted that part of the enjoyment of these events for her is socializing with the other owners. “You get to meet with friends—this is the only place where you see them. We often
Sindee and ‘Deuce’ from Williams Lake recently celebrated their 7th win at the Elsie Murray Dog Show, with Deuce winning ‘High in Trial’ win for the event.
go once a month. In the summer we go to fun, outdoor dog events in the Okanagan where everyone camps.” Broen said that some dog breeds are more high-strung and may be nervous around people. “You take your own nerves into the ring
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“They call the Cariboo home” Everyone has a story. What is yours? The Tribune is accepting submissions and suggestions for a series in our paper called “They Call the Cariboo Home.” One article (with photos) on one person or family will appear in our paper once a week for a year. Perhaps you are a long-time resident who has had led an interesting life in the lakecity and would like to share your story with the community, or maybe something out of the ordinary drew you to Williams Lake. If you think you or someone you know would make a good candidate for a profile/feature article in They Call the Cariboo Home, we would love to hear from you. Stories may be written by you or one of our reporters. Submissions and suggestions can be dropped off in person or sent to: e-mail: editor@wltribune.com fax: 250-392-7253 mail: 188 North 1st Ave. Williams Lake, B.C. V2G 1Y8
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After a very stoic fight with cancer Ross passed away in his sleep at home, in Victoria, early Christmas morning at the age of 68. He spent his last days surrounded by his beloved family where his attitude and the concern he showed for others right to the end was an inspiration to us all. Ross grew up in Squamish with two younger bothers and a sister. After graduating from UBC, Ross joined the forest industry and worked in Fair Harbour, Vancouver, Golden, Kamloops and Savona before relocating to Williams Lake with Weldwood in 1988. He loved his life in Williams Lake: job, family, friends, fishing, travelling, and golfing. Every moment he spent with wife Alison, son Gordon and wife Mikala, daughter Rosalie and husband Adam and his beloved grandchildren, Evan, Molly and Rory were special to him. He leaves a big hole in our hearts but we cherish the time we had with him. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Condolences and messages to the family may be sent to wrosscameron@gmail.com.
On December 23 Alice was called home after a wonderful life of 95 years! A pioneer family in the Williams Lake area, she will be lovingly missed by family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Olaf Freeman Johnson. Alice leaves to cherish her memory two sons: Alvin Johnson (Connie Pinchbeck deceased) and Ray Johnson (Joyce Pinchbeck deceased) of Williams Lake; and one daughter Violet Johanson-Witt (Mienhart Witt deceased) of Edmonton; grandchildren: Rhea Clements (Bruce) of Williams Lake, Tammy Reiter (Clint) of Kamloops, Derek (Kalita) of Fort St. John, Sherri Banyard (John) of Williams Lake, Patsy Kohnke (Marty) of Williams Lake, Gary Johnson (Candice) of Prince George, Julie Witt (Jamie) of Edmonton and Vanessa Johanson-Witt Szarka (Mike) of Edmonton, plus 12 great grandchildren and one 1 great great grandson. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at the Williams Lake Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will follow at the Evangelical Free Church at 12 noon, with a reception afterwards, downstairs at the church. Alice was born in Belbutte, SK. She married Freeman and their first child Alvin was born in SK. The family then moved to Langley where Ray and Violet arrived. Alice and Freeman ran a dairy farm (Alice) and Freeman a logging operation in the lower mainland. In 1950 the family moved to Williams Lake where the business Chimney Creek Lumber Co. Ltd. was started, and remains active today with Alvin Johnson continuing the business all these years. Alice owned and operated the Springhouse Ranch, a property she loved and kept all these years. She moved downtown after the passing of her husband. Alice celebrated her 95th birthday Saturday at the Williams Lake Seniors Home, with many family members there to celebrate. LaPrairie’s Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements. 250-398-9100
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Firewood/Fuel Dry, Fir, and Pine, $150 full cord, $180 full cord split. Covered by Work Safe BC Timber Mark #A90654. Please leave message # (250)267-7950 Firewood For Sale $220.per 320 cubic foot trailer load delivered (250)398-0641
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Annie’ß Unique Furniture & Collectibles
240 Oliver Street 778-412-6643
6´, 8´, 10´, 20´ & 40´ sizes available. Safe. Portable. Affordable. Rent or buy. Call Jason 250-296-9092.
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Largest Condo with best view in Terra Ridge! Level entry, large yard, Double garage, 3 bdrms, 3 bathrooms, Central Air, Natural gas fireplace $247,000. (250)398-2975 evenings 1(778)471-1223 day.
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Misc. for Sale AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Sine 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. www.bigirondrilling.com BIG BUILDING Sale... This is a clearance sale you don’t want to miss! 20x20 $3,985. 25x24 $4,595. 30x36 $6,859. 35x48 $11,200. 40x52 $13,100 47x76 $18,265. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca Fence posts for sale. Good selection, $3./each U-pick. 1 (250)296-3318
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Eagleview Estates 3 bdrm house with attached garage, shop, barn, 7.3 acres, fenced for horses, huge deck with beautiful view of Chimney Valley. 12 minutes from downtown Williams Lake. $390,000. (250)303-5146
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A.R.S. Enterprises Ltd 1bdrm apt. $600/mo Incl. electric, heat, cable. n/s n/p Ref. req’d. Call (250)392-0856.
Beautiful Family Home In Westridge $319,500.00 3 bdrm + den, 3 full bath Laminate hardwood, carpet, lino, stainless steel appliances, water softener/rev osmosis, under ground sprinklers. For more info: kijiji id# 438640498 Contact Annette evenings: (250)305-5559
Borland Valley 150 Mile 1442 sq ft home 5 bdr, 3 baths on 5 acres, suite in basement, 5 covered parking areas, 3 decks, fenced, barn with water/power, 25’x25’ shop with power. $425,000 (250) 296-3118
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1bdrm suite $590/mo in clean, quiet secure, adult oriented building, no pets, ref. req. (250)392-2602
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Cottages / Cabins COZY 1 bdrm house for rent or lease a few minutes north of town. Incl fridge, stv, washer & dryer. Suitable for single or cpl. No pets or smoking. $625/mth or negotiable with long term lease. 778-464-4633
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1bdrm in 4plex. $700/mnth util. incl. Shared w/d, close to bus route. (250)302-1155 cell, or (250)398-5883. Modern newer 2bdrm in 4-Plex Available 1st of January. Details, Pictures and map at: www.LivingSpacer4Rent.com
Homes for Rent 2 bdrm. house with F/S included. Please call (250)392-7617. 4-bdrm. upstairs, 2 baths, nice big yard and quiet neighborhood, available immed. (250)305-7478 Small 2 bd. home in Dog Cr. area, ideal for single person or couple, Avail. immed. $700/m (250)620-3785
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2008 M1000 Arctic Cat snowmobile, 3,800kms. Electric reverse, wider skiis, high rise seat, new clutch & rollers in the secondary. Excellent condition, high rise handlebars. Asking $6500. Contact Al: (250)398-7958 2012 Pro RMK 800, under 400 miles. Mint condition, with extras. Must see! Asking $9500. Call (250)392-0338
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Room for rent. $550./mnth $150 D/D utilities incl. Call (778)412-0040 after 7pm weekdays, anytime weekends.
Suites, Lower 1bdr. newer suite, n/s, n/p, w/d, util. incl. ref.req. $800/mo. (250)305-6210 2 bdr, bsmt suite, newly renovated, close to schools & bus stop, n/p, util. inc. $800.(250)305-1213 Litzenburg Cres, 2bdrm above ground bsmt suite, Excellent cond. w/d lrge private yard. $750/mnth incl util. (250)392-9119
1995 PathďŹ nder 4 wheel drive 130,000 original kms, $1300 on new front end work, receipts available, brand new winters on vehicle. $4200. (250)398-6455
Trucks & Vans
Suites, Upper 3 bdrm. duplex on Pigeon Ave. W/D, patio and yard. $875/month (250)392-9119
Townhouses 3bdrm Highwood Park, n/p, n/s, f/s, w/d, a/c. $800. plus utilities. (250)303-0345. Good location, modern, clean & renovated townhouses 2bdr $850/mo & 3bdr $925/mo n/s n/p r/r (250)398-0738
Transportation
Cars - Domestic 1992 Mazda B2200 pick-up. RWD. 4cyl. 5-speed manual. New winter tires, brakes, and ball joints. 20,000km 35 mpg. Well maintained. $2200 call 250-303-1327
***MOVING, MUST SELL*** 2007 Dodge Dakota 4x4 / 4 door 4.7L V8, A/C, power pkg, auto, tow pkg, box liner, good power for towing, good fuel economy, regularly maintained. 176 000 km. Excellent running condition. SacriďŹ cing at $11, 500. 250-305-7787 Randy
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2005 Kia Magentis A/C, auto start, sun roof, power windows & locks, tinted back windows, radio/CD player, summer rims & tires $5,300.00 (250)296-3118
Off Road Vehicles 2007 Silverado 1500 LT 5.3L $21,500 obo call 398-3338
Scrap Car Removal Tow Away Scrap vehicles. Free within 5 km’s of town. Bee Jay Autowrecking & Towing. 250-398-8311
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Notice is hereby given that Allan Gordon KAYTOR, Retired, of the Village of Hagensborg, in the Province of British Columbia, filed an assignment on the 2nd day of January, 2013. The first meeting of creditors will be held on the 22nd day of January, 2013 at the hour of 11:00 o’clock in the forenoon, at the Prince George office of BDO Canada Limited, #510550 Victoria Street, in the City of Prince George, in the Province of British Columbia. Dated at Prince George, this 3rd day of January, 2013.
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GIBRALTAR MINE: ROCK-SOLID CAREER GROWTH At Taseko Mines, we’re proud to call British Columbia our home. We are looking for enthusiastic employees who share our vision for long-term, responsible growth in this province. Joining our Gibraltar Mine team makes you part of Canada’s proud mining heritage. The Gibraltar coppermolybdenum mine is a cornerstone of the regional economy and an example of great Canadian mining in action. Located in the heart of BC’s stunning Cariboo region, Gibraltar is approximately 60 km north of Williams Lake. It is the second largest open pit copper mine in Canada.
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ACCOUNTANT POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Mine Accountant, the Accountant is responsible for a variety of functions including preparation of site financial reports, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory and cost reporting, budget and forecast preparation. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: • Reconciling General Ledger Accounts • Reviewing and posting AP batches to the GL and AP sub-ledger • Responding to information requests and preparing ad hoc reports • Assisting with month end and year end close processes • Preparing month end journal entries and monthly/ annual surveys • Maintaining fleet insurance files • Performing payroll data entry as required • Maintaining effective information exchange with all departments, internal and external auditors, government agencies and head office personnel
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QUALIFICATIONS • Advanced standing (Level 4) toward designation (CA, CMA, CGA) supported by 3 years relevant experience – mining experience would be a definite asset. A combination of education and experience will be considered • Considerable knowledge of standard office and accounting software and familiarity with information technology products and services • Ability to maintain information confidentiality • Accomplished written, verbal and group presentation skills • Experience with MS Office software COMPENSATION Gibraltar offers an excellent benefit package which includes competitive salary, a Registered Retirement Savings Plan and relocation assistance to Williams Lake. Qualified applicants, eligible to work in Canada, are invited to explore this opportunity by submitting a cover letter and detailed resume outlining your qualifications and experience. Please visit us at www.tasekomines.com under the careers section to electronically submit your application or to learn more about our New Prosperity, Aley and Harmony projects. We thank all candidates who express interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Your application to this posting is deemed to be consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. Gibraltar Mines respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information and we will retain this information for a period of six months.
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