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The red emergency toboggan that was stolen from the Barriere Forks ski cabin.
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The North Thompson Recreational Society held their annual Full Moon Howl cross country ski event on Saturday, Jan 26, at the Barriere Forks Trails. The afternoon was filled with exciting races and three-legged ski relays; then followed with a hot chili supper and lots of homemade treats for dessert. After dinner everyone skied by the light of the moon and the flickering candles that were set up along the ski trails. Then came the much anticipated annual visit by a daunting werewolf, who led everyone in howling at the moon. Prizes were awarded to the best female and male howler, and everyone had so much fun the Society is hoping to have another full moon ski next month. Find more photos on page 12. 7
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IHA apologizes for error faxing medical records
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Lab test results from a number of patients were faxed in error to a business in Barriere in January instead of to a doctor’s office. An Interior Health (IHA) spokesman said last week that an error in punching in the fax number caused the documents to arrive where they didn’t belong. Fortunately, the business quickly returned the documents to IHA. IHA say they take incidents such as this very
seriously, and apologized to those affected by the mistake. The spokesman noted that the information in the errant faxes included names, birth dates, CareCard numbers, etc. In total, approximately 18 patients had their medical information faxed in error, but all were immediately notified by IHA as to the breach in privacy. IHA say they felt the risk was low due to the fact the business immediately noticed the errant faxes and returned them directly to IHA.
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Nominations now being accepted for 2013 Order of BC honour North Thompson Star/Journal Nominations for the province’s highest recognition of excellence and lifetime achievement - the Order of British Columbia for 2013 - are now being accepted. “The Order of British Columbia is the province’s most presti-
gious accolade and is an official part of the Canadian Honours system. It avails us the opportunity to publicly recognize the good works of those in our communities who have gone above and beyond in their efforts to make all our lives better,” said Judith Guichon, Lieutenant Governor and Chancellor of the
Order of British Columbia. “Please take the time, as grateful citizens, to identify and nominate those special people worthy of being honoured in this significant way.” Any person or group is welcome to nominate a deserving individual as candidate for appointment to the Order of British Columbia.
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Hired Equipment Registration Thompson Nicola District
The Thompson Nicola District of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is creating its list of registered Equipment for Hire in the Thompson Nicola Service Area for the fiscal year 2013/2014, which begins April 1, 2013. This area includes Kamloops, Sun Peaks, Savona, Barriere, Clearwater, Lytton, Logan Lake, Merritt and Merritt south to Portia. All individuals or companies registered this past year through the District Office in Kamloops will be receiving invitations to re-register their equipment for the coming fiscal year by mail by the end of February. Any individuals or companies who were not registered in 2012, but wish to have their equipment listed, are hereby invited to contact the District Office, either in person or by phone, to obtain the appropriate registration forms. In order to register, you will be required to provide us with proof of ownership documents, a copy of your current Commercial General Liability insurance policy and ICBC insurance paper (where applicable) at the time of registration. We will be unable to register equipment without documentation. Worker’s Compensation Board coverage must be active and in good standing at the time of hire. Only owned or lease-to-own equipment is eligible for registration. Equipment can only be registered in one area in any given year. Seniority is not transferable from area to area. The deadline for new registrations is 4:30 p.m. on Monday, March 25, 2013. Late registrations will be accepted, but may appear at the bottom of the open list. Note that there is no charge for registering new equipment or for changing or removing equipment information already listed.
Register through the Thompson Nicola District Office at: 447 Columbia Street, Kamloops, B.C. You can also phone 250 828-4002 or send a fax to 250 371-3848 to have the forms mailed or faxed to you, or register on-line at www.bcbid.ca.
Pipeline poll shows most against Northern Gateway By Jeff Nagel, Black Press A new poll has found 61 per cent of B.C. residents oppose Enbridge’s proposed Northern Gateway pipeline, while support is at 35 per cent. And the Insights West online survey found opponents of the project are more entrenched – 38 per cent are strongly opposed, compared to just 11 per cent who strongly support the new route for crude oil across northwestern B.C. to Kitimat. “The negative side has continued to build momentum,” said Insights West president Steve Mossop, citing a hardening of opinions against Enbridge in a series of polls since last spring. “Opinions are becoming much stronger,” he said, likening the Enbridge issue to the crystallization of public opinion against logging in Clayoquot Sound in the 1990s. “It’s a bit of a snowball effect,” Mossop said. “And it becomes very difficult to change a very entrenched position like that.” It’s a different story in Alberta, where the survey, which polled 512 B.C. residents and 562 Albertans, found 75 per cent support for the project. Respondents in both provinces agreed by large margins that the pipeline will create new jobs, support eco-
Pollster Steve Mossop nomic growth and create new capital investment. But environmental concerns – the risk of ocean spills as well as pipeline construction impacts on land – trumped the economic benefits for most B.C. residents. “Even the negative side recognize the benefits,” Mossop said. “They’re just not being persuaded that the down sides are worth the risks.” Men in both provinces were more likely than women to support building the pipeline. The margin of error is plus or minus 4.1 per cent 19 times out of 20.
Penny phase-out only affects cash transactions A guideline to simplify the penny phase-out
News Canada February 4 of this year marked the date MoTI Ad #started 959B saying Canada good-bye to the naKamloops This Week tion’s lowest-value coin. While you can continue 5.83” x 7.5” to use the Canadian 4penny columns 105 lines indefixnitely, within time this coin will become more and more scarce. Here, from the federal government, are answers to the most frequently asked questions about the process: Q: Why is the penny being phased out? A: Inflation is a big factor; a penny doesn’t buy what it used to. The penny is now worth about one-twentieth of its original value back in 1908. In fact, each penny now costs more than 1.6 cents to make. Other issues as well, such as the increased accumulation of pennies in the household, environmental considerations, and the significant han-
dling costs the penny imposes on retailers, financial institutions and the economy in general, are motivation for the penny’s phase out. Once it’s fully phased out of circulation, the federal government estimates ongoing savings to the taxpayer of $11 million a year. Q: May I still use pennies when shopping? A: Yes. You can use it for cash transactions with businesses that choose to accept them. Businesses have guidelines in place to return pennies to their local financial institution. Q: Will they be rounding all their prices? A: No. Rounding only affects the change due to you with cash transactions if pennies are not available. If using cash for the item or service, the total may be rounded either up or down to the nearest five-
cent increment. If using a credit card, debit card, or cheque for goods and services, the exact values remain and the exact value is charged. Business owners will be assisted with a federal government guideline to ensure rounding is done in a fair and transparent manner. Q: Will financial institutions accept my pennies? A: Yes. Some financial institutions may require large amounts of pennies to be rolled or wrapped for deposit. Canadians might also consider donating them to a favourite charity. Q: How long do I have to turn in my pennies? A: There is no time limit since you can always use pennies where they are accepted. Additional information is available online at actionplan.gc.ca/ penny.
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First Nations raise concerns on Harper Creek project Submitted
• Intrusion into the project area of new roadways and power lines that dramatically increase accessibility of the area to predators, hunters, recreational fishing, berry-picking, mu s h ro o m - p i c k i n g and various non-aboriginal recreational uses (e.g. off-road vehicles) that would disrupt First Nations traditional uses in the area; • Potential contamination of the airshed downwind of the Harper Creek project by dust and airborne tailings particles; • Potential seismic vulnerability of the tailings pond, given the historical record of earthquakes in the project area and the position of known fault lines; • Lack of risk assessment of potential impact of blasting over 28 years on bedrock, potentially causing seepage of contaminated mine water into aquifers; • Lack of secure, quantifiable long-term economic benefits from either YMI or BC commensurate with the long-term damage and/ or risks to First Nations aboriginal lands and resources; • Loss of esthetic wilderness values due to the creation of a large open pit, waste rock piles and a tailings pond that will remain for many generations into the future after the mine has been decommissioned. Simpcw and Adams Lake leaders have not yet taken a firm position either for or against the project, but they are concerned that
so far neither YMI nor the provincial government have been able to clearly quantify the level of impacts and/ or risks to traditional aboriginal resources values in the Harper Creek watershed, nor has it been shown that the potential economic benefits to the two First Nations communities would be commensurate to the level of potential long term damage and/or risks to their traditional lands and resources. Chief Rita Matthew of Simpcw First Nation stated: “We are in favour of sustainable resource development for the economic benefit of all communities in our territory, but not resource extraction at any price or any level of risk to future generations.” Chief Nelson Leon of the Adams Lake Indian Band stated: “The shareholders and executives of YMI stand to make many millions over the 28-year lifespan of this project, but none of them live here – our great grandchildren will be left with a giant hole in the ground, and possibly a much impoverished and at-risk natural environment long after the mine is closed.” Both leaders expressed concern that the processes for approving the mine do not provide enough time or resources for First Nations communities to develop a plan for dealing with project impacts and obtaining appropriate economic compensation.
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Simpcw First Nation and Adams Lake Indian Band have signed an agreement to work together on their joint concerns over potential impacts of the proposed Harper Creek Mine on First Nations resources and rights in their ancestral lands. Yellowhead Mining Inc. (YMI) is proposing an open pit copper, gold and silver mine in the upper Harper Creek watershed, near Vavenby. Harper Creek is a tributary of the Barriere River, so the water from Harper Creek flows into the North Thompson River and the Fraser River. The Yellowhead property covers a total of 42,636.48 hectares, and the fully developed pit will be 2400 m long and 1670 m wide with a depth of approximately 375 m. In addition to the open pit there will be a tailings pond and waste rock piles, as well as access roads and a power line right-of-way to the site. The expected lifespan of the mine is at least 28 years, during which time the concentrator is expected to process an average of 70,000 tonnes per day of material, and the average rate of mining in the pit will be 165,000 tonnes per day. The maximum storage capacity of the tailings pond will be in the range of 720,000 – 920,000 cubic metres. The site of the proposed mine is at high elevation in the upper reaches of the Harper Creek watershed. Based on technical
reviews and fieldwork focusing on the plans for the Harper Creek project, Simpcw First Nation and Adams Lake Indian Band leaders are considering a partial list of concerns about the project, including the following: • Traditional use and archaeology fieldwork results showing extensive long-term First Nations use of resources in the project area for sustenance and spiritual purposes; • The existence of at least two known sacred sites and/or burial sites in the project area; • The presence of at least one species at risk (i.e. mountain caribou) in the project area; • Potential threats to fisheries in the Harper Creek and Barriere River watersheds due to withdrawal of water upstream that could affect unfavourably both the water temperatures and useable area in downstream fish habitat; • Potential threats to fisheries in the Harper Creek and Barriere River watersheds due to underground seepage of tailings into the watershed; • Destruction of First Nations traditional food plants and medicinal plants in project area; • Possible future failure of the tailings pond due to extreme natural hazards associated with global warming, e.g. high spring run-off, extreme rainy weather, debris avalanches; • Destruction of traditional First Nations trails for traversing the project area;
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Thursday, February 07, 2013 North Thompson Star/Journal 359 Borthwick Avenue, Box 1020, Barriere, B.C., V0E 1E0 250-672-5611
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February offers perks The end of January certainly was a low time on the calendar for many people. The weather teased us by melting some snow, then dropping the temperature to the minuses once again. But now we are into February, with two new occasions lined up for the first time — Family Day (Monday, Feb. 11) and Restaurant Week (Feb. 11 to 17). The restaurant industry is important to B.C.’s economy, with over 170,000 people employed in the sector, generating more than $10 billion in sales each year, the B.C. government has reported. While many of us can appreciate that fact, most just want to use the week as an excuse to eat. Normally we wouldn’t make a big deal out of the proclamation of a week that is fairly inconsequential. But as self-ascribed foodies (who isn’t?), some of us are going to use this week to stuff as much restaurant food in our faces as possible — not in a gluttonous way, but in a way where we can appreciate that variety of food that is offered in B.C. This variety is something the B.C. government has touted as being recognized worldwide, and that’s one of the reasons they decided to dedicate the week to restaurants. As part of the celebrations, the B.C. government has launched a new website: discoverbcrestaurants.com. The site lists the various restaurants by community. While it offers a large sampling of the various restaurants in larger municipalities throughout B.C., it shows no restaurants from McLure to Clearwater. What happened to all the great little restaurants we have here in the North Thompson Valley, or does the government think us ‘rural folks’ do all of our eating at home? What about all those people who travel the Yellowhead and stop in our communities for a meal? Some travel the route frequently, stopping along the way at their favourite eating establishments for good food and good service. We’d all love to see more restaurants, with more opportunities to enjoy ethnic foods, but seriously, we are fortunate to have the good ones that are already in business. So, for Family Day and Restaurant Week in B.C., we’d like to suggest you take yourself, and your family, out for a meal at a restaurant within the North Thompson Valley. And don’t forget the Chinese New Year on the day preceding Restaurant Week, that’s another good excuse to eat out in our Valley. We’d also like to ask the government to list North Thompson Valley restaurants on discoverbcrestaurants.com. We may be rural, but we do know how to serve up a good meal.
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by Rick Lime My friend runs “Ye Olde Candy Shoppe” In a town with a new “Quickie Stop” And I don’t think he knows Down the street, while he’s closed That the price goes up ten cents a pop http://therealricklime.blogspot.ca/ The STAR/JOURNAL welcomes all letters to the editor. We do, however, reserve the right to edit, condense or reject letters over matters of libel, legality, taste, brevity, style or clarity. While all letters must be signed upon submission, writers may elect to withhold their names from publication in special circumstances. Drop your letter off at the Star/Journal Office, fax it to 672-9900, mail it to Box 1020, Barriere, VOE 1EO, or email to news@starjournal.net.
“Honest efforts” being made to protect mountain caribou In response to the article,“Wells Gray Park caribou declining”, published in our Jan. 25, 2013, issue. To the editor; Every day, provincial government biologists, working side by side with First Nations, industry, environmental organizations, snowmobile clubs and other stakeholders engage in a number of interconnected strategies to help recover endangered mountain caribou herds. This collaborative effort makes
the errors and omissions in the Valhalla Wilderness Watch’s Jan. 25 guest editorial that much more disappointing. Predator control efforts currently centre on liberalized hunting and trapping seasons, pilot project for wolf sterilization and managing other prey, such as moose, to reduce wolves in critical areas. Other concrete actions to date are the very things being called for. P rov i n c e - w i d e, since the inception of
the Mountain Caribou Recovery Implementation Plan in 2007, the government has prohibited road building and logging in roughly 2.2 million hectares of identified mountain caribou habitat, restricted forestry, cat-skiing and mineral exploration in key areas, and closed more than one million hectares of identified mountain caribou habitat to recreational snowmobilers. We have established over 280,000 hectares of protected Ungulate Winter Range in the
vicinity of Wells Gray Park. Most are closed to logging and road building, although some may have a partial cut management regime provided caribou needs are taken into consideration. Instead of criticizing and misrepresenting honest efforts to save endangered mountain caribou, I would suggest the Valhalla Wilderness Watch become part of the solution. Steve Thomson Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations
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Wandering dogs chronic offenders in Barriere
To the editor; In response to your counter argument Ann Piper. First off, I will indeed keep this short and again legible. When I submitted my letter about a few consistent dogs running around town, I did not mention dog crap, although that seemed to be the focus in the response. I talked about threatening dogs. A dog that ripped my sons cat open two feet off my deck (I have a picture that is too grotesque to print), a dog that
threatened my son on our porch, OUR porch, another such dog that growled at me on my own deck. The neighbour shooed him away when I turned my back and he came back at me. I have been a dog owner, and I am not a biased person; but I do have enough wits about me to know when my son’s cat is bleeding to death, and my son as well as myself, have been threatened in our own yard to know there is a problem here. The dogs that are chronic of-
fenders do not walk themselves in Fadear Park, they are in our yards, travelling through, and off the beaten path. However, perhaps you should show your letter to the child that got bitten downtown thus requiring stitches, the police could do nothing in that matter to enforce a bylaw that does not exist. Perhaps, when read in clarity, I am merely pointing out a gap in Barriere’s bylaws. Jody Haws Barriere, B.C.
No bad dogs, just bad owners To the editor; In reference to Ann Piper’s response (January 31) to J. Haw’s letter of wandering dogs (January 24). Ann Piper, you certainly are “missing something”; you missed the entire concept of the letter submitted by J. Haws in the January 24th edition. Haws did not condemn all dogs and their owners, she said, “I know that a lot of townsfolk are accredited dog owners, but there are some here whom lack accountability for their animals”. I also question whether or not you actually read the letter in its entirety, because your concern appears to be all about doggiedoo in one location, Fadear Park, whereas her letter made no reference to dog feces. Haw’s letter pointed out an obvious gap the Barriere District has in regards to their bylaws, which creates the problem of enforcement, even by the police. If the district cares enough to create pet bylaws the police would then enforce it. This is not an unreasonable request for residents of any municipality. Ann, you appear to have a negative opinion regarding cats. Consider replacing the word “cat” in Haw’s letter with “small dog”. Would you have the same opinion if a dog was cornered, attacked, ripped apart, or chased around in its own yard by one of these wandering culprits? Let’s even go one step further say you and your dog are the victims, how would you feel then. It is highly probable that these FEW irrespon-
sible owners of these FEW wandering dogs are also out there ready to take on other dogs. I have had the dire experience to have lost two dogs to wandering large dogs. The guilty large dogs went out of their way to reach my property to attack and ultimately kill my companions. One died a horrifying death right in front my eyes, while his mother died on the operating table in the vets office. Do you believe the people in Barriere should have to wait until this happens to them before any action is taken? The quantity of dog feces in Fadear Park is hardly a credible link to be an indicator to gauge the number of wandering dogs. Instead is
more logically linked to the dog owners who walk their dogs in the park and allow them to deposit their feces without any respect to others using the same area. Show me a large dog allowed to wander and I will show you its well used cross county path through open yards and properties. Furthermore, one pile of dog feces in a family park is one pile too much, which is nothing a by-law can’t help fix. One those half dozen wandering dogs you have seen during your incredibly short time (eight months) living in down town Barriere, is more likely than not, the guilty aggressive dog belonging to the irresponsible owners Haws referred to. The
odds of the one dog in the six wandering being the aggressive one is too high! Now, before you get it into your head that I hate dogs, push that thought away, because I love dogs, I love my own dogs, but I don’t care much for dogs that wander onto other people’s property and behave aggressively, and, I like their owners even less. I heard a phrase once that I like to remind people of, “No bad dogs, just bad owners”. Therefore, in my opinion, if you make the bad owners responsible for their dogs, they would manage them quite differently. Don’t you agree? S. Cesselli Barriere, B.C.
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BSS students meet Queen’s representative Students at Barriere Secondary had the opportunity to meet the Honourable Judith Guichon, Lt. Governor of B.C. on Jan. 28 when she visited the school.
Bus driver says thanks To the editor; We are happy to report that we have many heroes in our valley. This was evident on the evening of January 24, when Jack choked and nearly died at a Kamloops fast food restaurant after taking a basketball team to St. Ann’s school. Thanks very much to Anfinn Siwallace for
your help and concern, and to Hannah Feller for phoning 911. We would like to extend a huge thank-you to Clearwater coach, Geoff Giesbrecht and students Jairus Bromley and Brock Vandamme for saving Jack’s life! Thanks also to the Clearwater bus driver that drove our basketball team home to Bar-
riere. We are lucky to live in a place where there are so many caring and concerned people. To the students who were with me that night - thanks for your concern and compassion, and I promise to try not to scare you like that again. Linda and Jack Kelley Barriere, B.C.
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Advance Public Notice Load Restrictions
Pursuant to Section 66 of the Transportation Act, and to provisions of the Commercial Transport Act, notice is hereby given that load restrictions may be placed on short notice in the near future on highways within the Thompson Nicola Highways District. The district includes the areas of Kamloops, Savona, Barriere, Clearwater, Merritt, and Merritt south to Portia, Lytton and Logan Lake. Restrictions will be imposed as conditions warrant, with the most westerly and southerly areas normally restricted first. The restrictions will limit vehicles to 100 per cent, 70 per cent or 50 per cent legal axle loading. Overweight permits will not be granted and all term overweight permits are invalid for the duration of the restrictions. Trucking and transportation companies, as well as the general public, should govern themselves accordingly. Your cooperation in adhering to the above regulations is appreciated. Dated in Kamloops, British Columbia, this 18th day of January, 2013. Sherry Eland, District Manager Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure Thompson Nicola District For updated information about load restrictions, please visit the Load Restrictions section of www.DriveBC.ca, or contact Area Manager Jeff Saby at 250 371‑3856, or by e‑mail at Jeff.Saby@gov.bc.ca.
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Rotary hosts annual Ice Man Fish Derby Devin Holland (l) holds up a nice-looking kokanee while Jerry Carter holds the 44 cm sucker that won him the $300 first place prize in Clearwater Rotary Club’s annual Ice Man fishing derby on Jan. 27.
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is currently seeking public input on its 2013-17 Financial Plan. The Local Government Act states that “a regional district must have a financial plan that is adopted annually, by bylaw, by March 31. The planning period for a financial plan is five years, that period being the year in which the plan is specified to come into force and the following four years.” “The public is encouraged to go on our website and review the 2013-2017 Financial Plan and its highlights. If they have any feedback, they can then fill out our Finance Plan Input Form,” said Doug Rae, Director of Finance. The preparation of the Financial Plan begins in the fall of each year and a provisional Financial Plan is presented to the Board of Directors at that time. The Financial Plan incorporates requests from Directors and service committees, any
new services as well as staff estimates of funding required to maintain current service levels. The final Financial Plan is then presented in March and adopted before the deadline of March 31. The Finance Department conducts public budget consultation in conjunction with other service-related meetings throughout the year at various locations in the Regional District. The TNRD encourages input from taxpayers across the Regional District on the Financial Plan. The Finance Plan Input Form is available at tnrd.ca under the Submission Inquiries header on the homepage. You can also go to the Finance page under Departments and find a link to the online form, as well as a link to a PDF that can be faxed, mailed, or emailed to the TNRD. A link to the 2013-17 Financial Plan is also found on the Finance page. Submissions can be filled out anonymously or information can be provided if you wish to be contacted.
Government takes steps to make streets and communities safer Ottawa – Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops – ThompsonCariboo was pleased today with the proposed next steps in the Government’s plan for safe streets and communities. “In seven short years, we have enacted into law over 30 measures to tackle crime, put victims first, and make our streets and communities safer,” said McLeod. “Our plan for 2013, will build on our record by making progress in three significant areas.” First, tackle crime by holding violent
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Cathy McLeod criminals accountable for their crimes: -The Government intends to bring forward legislation to further toughen penalties for child sexual offences, as well as to better address the risks posed by known child sex offenders. -The Government will soon introduce legislation to better
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protect the public from accused persons who have been found Not Criminally Responsible on account of mental disorder. Such legislation would ensure that public safety is the paramount consideration in these cases. Second, enhance the rights of victims: -The Government will bring forward legislation to implement a Victims Bill of Rights. This will further enhance the Government’s commitment to victims of crime by entrenching their rights into a single law at the federal level. -The Government will also address the important issue of restitution by facilitating victims’ ability to obtain restitution where they incur losses. Lastly, increase the efficiency of our justice system: -The Government will continue to look
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at measures to make our justice system more efficient, including: making the bail regime more effective and efficient; using new technologies in the justice system; and making the extradition regime more effective and efficient. “We have made much progress in restoring Canadians’ confidence in our justice system, but more work remains to be done,” stated McLeod. “Crime has devastated the lives of far too many people in this country. In 2011 alone, there were more than 1,000 violent offences committed each and every day in cities and communities across Canada, over 400,000 in total.” “Our plan to hold criminals accountable, put victims first, protect our children, and make Canada’s justice system more efficient, will go a long way to restore the public’s faith in our criminal justice system and directly benefit all Canadians,” concluded McLeod.
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Rec Society ski cabin host to thieves
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looks after the cabin, trails and lessons to the On Jan. 24, suspects public. The suspects left the entered the cross country ski cabin at the Bar- scene in a pickup truck riere Forks Regional with the wiring inside Park. The suspects were and toboggan on top; metal thieves, who at- likely staying overnight tended and lit a large fire in the area. The next in the fire pit to burn off morning the suspects the covering on the wir- attended a salvage yard ing. The suspects made and turned in the wirthemselves at home, ing with the toboggan started a fire in the cabin on top. At this time the susto keep warm and made pect and sled have yet tea. Upon leaving, the to be located, most suspects took the red- likely the sled may have dish/orange emergency been disposed of on the toboggan from the side Friday. Unfortunately of the cabin. This to- this crime was not reboggan was donated ported until the followand was on hand in ing Monday, giving the the event of an on trail suspects four days to emergency where most dispose of their goods. vehicles can’t get to. This information has This is a costly item for been sent to all RCMP the North Thompson in the Thompson/NicoRecreation Society that la area and the suspects
are known to police for the same type of offences. If you noticed this truck with a male driver and possibly a female passenger please contact the Barriere RCMP at 250-672-9918 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222 TIPS. On Jan. 29, Kelly Zimmerman of Clearwater, B.C., was released in Kamloops Court on a Recognizance of Bail before a judge. Zimmerman is facing six counts from a November 2012 driving incident, where he is charged with impaired driving, refusing to provide a breath sample, obstructing a peace officer, assault on a peace officer, uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm, and breach of recognizance. Zimmerman is sched-
RCMP report 8 break and enters during the month of December RCMP report
erties, which appear to have targeted higher end items of value. Police Barriere RCMP report they in- were able to obtain evidence at the vestigated 30 Break and Enter files scene, and continue to pursue those during 2012 with eight being in De- investigational avenues. This invescember. There were a number of tigation is actively being pursued, seasonal residences hit in the East and anyone with information related Barriere Lake area, with a number to this investigation or the persons of them being hit twice within a involved are asked to contact the week. After the investigation there Barriere RCMP at 250-672-9918 or were no solid leads or suspects. Bar- Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Just after midnight on Dec. 29, riere RCMP did receive calls from the public about suspicious vehicles 2012, the Barriere RCMP were conin the area with most being located tacted by a local resident reporting and checked. Again no solid evi- a theft in progress. The resident bedence to support any charges but lieved that they observed someone one vehicle with two males located going through a vehicle parked near were good suspects. They have not their residence on Barkley Road. been located back in the area and Constable Cadwallader attended the are under investigation in Kamloops scene, and observed that the footprints also entered a neighbouring for similar offences. There were also a couple of busi- property. The footprints appeared to ness break and enters in the Barriere have entered a vehicle, and walked area, with most of the items being around the residence. Constable Cadwallader followed the footprints construction equipment and tools. Barriere RCMP ask the public to in the fresh snow for 2.2 kilometres, be more aware of the vehicles and going through yards, beside houses, people coming and going in their and over fences. Cpl Underhill atarea. If you see a vehicle or person tended the scene where Cst Cadwalthat is obviously out of place and lader had closed the distance on the acting in a suspicious manner call individual to within 200 meters. At the end of the footprints, the the police. If you are able, record a descrip- police located and arrested a 19 year tion of the people, vehicle(s) with old male, Layton Maclaren of Barlicense plate and accurate location. riere. Thirteen charges have been With this information it is very im- approved by Crown Counsel. These portant to contact the police right charges include numerous counts away for a better chance in catching of mischief, trespass by night, and them in the act or with the stolen breach of conditions which were property. There were many cases placed upon him on another police where this information was delayed file before the courts. Maclaren and without witnesses or surveil- was held in custody pending the lance recordings it is difficult to outcome of a bail hearing on Jan. 3, 2013. During the bail hearing the identify suspects. On Dec. 6, 2012, Barriere RCMP judge determined that he was to be were advised of several Break and held in custody until the matters Enters to residences at The Sands, were dealt with by the courts. On located at 4333 Barriere Lakes January 24th, 2013 Mr McLaren Road. Shortly afterwards, Barriere was convicted on 5 counts and senRCMP began an investigation into tenced to 6 months jail with one several counts of mischief to prop- month served and a 2 year probaerty, and break and enters to prop- tion order upon release.
uled to appear in court on Feb. 11, 2013, at the Kamloops law courts. On Jan. 29, a member of the Southeast District Traffic Section seized $61,140 cash from a speeder traveling on Highway 5 near Darfield. Just before 2 p.m., the officer stopped the southbound vehicle for speeding. While dealing with the driver the officer noted several indicators that caused him to enter into an investigation
(Above) The cross country ski cabin at the Barriere Forks Regional Park was used by metal thieves on Jan. 24. They also stole the reddish/orange emergency toboggan leaning up against the back of the cabin. (Left) $61,140 in cash was seized from a vehicle traveling on Highway 5 near Darfield, on Jan 29, after the driver was stopped for speeding. He is now charged with Possession of Property obtained by Crime.
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under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act. The driver was detained and a police service dog was deployed. Further evidence obtained led to the arrest of the 35 year old driver from Surrey. A search
of the vehicle incidental to arrest located the cash inside a suitcase in the trunk. The male will appear in Kamloops Court April 11, 2013, on charges of Possession of Property obtained by Crime.
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Piping in history and tradition
Pipe Major John Mager, 68, piped the Honourable Judith Guichon. Lieutenant Governor of B.C. into the District of Barriere luncheon on Jan. 28, and also into the Barriere Secondary School the same day. Mager, has served as the ruling Lieutenant Governor’s piper for over 32 years, and lives in the coachman’s cottage at Government House. He has played for Queen Elizabeth, the King of Tonga, Prince Charles, Princess Diana, Pope John Paul II and Henry Kissinger. Mager also serves as the official chauffeur and website photographer for the Lieutenant Governor.
There were only about five members of the public who attended the public presentation of the Solar Aquatics Wastewater Project Update on Jan. 22 at the Ridge.. Kim Rink, president of EcoTek Wastewater Treatments, presented a model of what the greenhouse/plant being constructed in Barriere will look like, and also provided several computer-generated images for viewing. The District’s engineer, Dave Underwood from TRUE, gave a summary of the overall status of the project in the community, and noted the construction of the Septage Receiving Facility is well underway at the end of Kamloops Street. The District is inviting area residents to learn more about the project, and view the model and images at the municipality’s information booth in the upcoming Celebration of Rural Living Expo and Trade Show, April 27 and 28, hosted in the North
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Kim Rink, president of Eco-Tek Wastewater Treatments, presented a model of what the greenhouse/plant being constructed in Barriere will look like during the Solar Aquatics Wastewater Project Update presented to the public on Jan. 22, at the Ridge. Thompson fall fair facility. People can also view the images and ask questions about
District budget has surplus in some areas By Margaret Houben North Thompson Star/Journal Council
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spent a few minutes going over the 2012 budget review at the Feb. 4, District of Barriere council meeting. The accountants will be go-
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the project by stopping in at the District of Barriere chambers in the Ridge.
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ing over the paperwork in the next few months and will have the finalized report ready by April. The numbers may adjust very slightly, but it looks like the District did fairly well: total revenue $2,975,207.84, total expenditures $2,892,359.68, leaving a surplus of $229,753.11; total Water Budget revenue $923,204.29, total Water Budget expenditures $821,865.54, leaving a surplus of $84,742.46; total Sewer Budget revenue $19,970.36, total Sewer Budget expenditures $36,547.42, leaving a deficit of $16,577.06; and finally, total Wastewater Budget revenue $329,526.59, total Wastewater Budget expenditures $328,486.11, leaving a surplus of $1,040.48. Council members heard a short presentation about the Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA) 2013 Convention, from SILGA rep Tim Pennell. Pennell gave a brief description of SILGA’s goals and objectives, as well as describing some of the speakers that will be present at the convention. Chief Administrative
Officer, Colleen Hannigan, reported to council on several ongoing projects. The number of committee members for the Heritage Project is growing, with the main focus currently being on getting the details sorted in order to send in the grant application. Some 30k speed limit signs have been ordered for Barriere Town Road for placement near the Ridge. Barriere citizen, Barry Thorn, asked council a few questions. First - any word on when The Bear Radio Station will be back on the air? Council members reported that the CRTC is working on the file, and could have the final approval as early as next week - or it could take until April. Thorn also asked what the timeline was for the sewer lines to go in down Barriere Town Road? Mayor Humphreys replied that most of the permits are in place, and they are just waiting for the last right of way to come through. Announcements will be made prior to any work beginning. The next general council meeting will be held on February 18, at 7 p.m.
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Explore together There is no better province to explore than British Columbia and no better family bonding experience than sharing the thrill of a new discovery or experience. Day trips can create remarkable family memories. They offer a wonderful way to spend time together and learn more about where you live. You might decide to explore close to home or venture to one of the other regions in B.C. over the Family Day weekend. There are many ways to invest in a day of discovery with your family, why not maximize the experience by involving everyone in the planning. By planning ahead you and your whole family can experience a worthwhile outing and make every aspect fun. Create a list of activities or venues and assign a rough budget for each. Allow family members to weigh in on their preferences and discuss what they would like to see, do or learn at each. Kids or youth can map out the sites and activities, creating a family agenda including selecting the points of interest, activities, lunch and shopping. It’s the perfect way to free up everyone from everyday tasks and roles. Researching history, attractions, museums, parks and markets can teach valuable lessons and it helps children to plan within a budget. This way they are part of making important decisions, appreciate both the effort and cost of outings and will be more enthused about an agenda they helped develop. This can lead to great family discussions about what each individual enjoyed or learned and starts you planning for future family explorations.
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Barriere residents (l to r) Daniel Boudreau and Brandon Rainer took part in the 15th annual Wells Gray Birchleg near Clearwater on Sunday with just over 130 people who also took part in the fun family cross-country ski event. Many of the participants wore Viking costumes, and Rainer took second prize with his costume that sported a cougar skin as a headpiece.
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The 15th annual Wells Gray Birchleg was held this year at the Candle Creek ski trails in Clearwater on Feb. 3, with approximately 130 Viking warriors showing up to take part in the event, 17 of them from Barriere. This fun family event included skiing on a variety of trails ranging from a gentle 2.5 km ski to a more strenuous 16 km cross country ski, an authentic Norwegian lunch and great prizes for the best costumes. Everyone seemed to be enjoying the day and young warrior Prince Haakon was rescued and taken to safety once again. The Birchleg is a fun re-enactment of a cross country ski trip made by two Viking warriors in the 13th Century. King Haakon of Norway was murdered in (Above) Viking warrior-woman, Dana Foster. 1204 during a time of civil war. The King’s (Below) See if you can name the Barriere Vikings in this shot? infant son was in immediate peril of the same fate. Two Viking warriors, loyal to their dead king and his heir, took the baby to safety in Trondheim. Their flight was in midwinter, skiing 55 kilometers across the mountains. Holding the child secure behind a shield, these warriors were armed with a battleaxe and spears. Young Haakon Haakonson grew to adulthood in safety, and returned to Norway to claim his father’s throne.
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Peggy Armstrong – thanks for the smile
Peggy thought she was using hair spray, which in fact, turned out to be her granddaughters green Halloween hair spray. However, Peggy didn’t raise seven kids and get to age 93, without having a sense of humour; so she still turned up for work that day – green hair and all.
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Long process to bring a mine into production into account, it only makes sense that anyone with a vested interest would want to properly cover all possible concerns as the process unfolds. Think about it, who in their right mind would invest multi millions of dollars into a project, then have it stopped because the required steps were not followed? The start-up capital for a mining project comes from a very small group of people with the insight and knowledge to believe that the project they are backing is viable, and can be taken to full production within a given time frame. Millions of dollars and thousands of hours are spent proving the deposit of ore, as well as building a project plan that is economically feasible, environmentally sound, and that will be attractive to the many subsequent investors needed to bring the mine into production. There are hundreds of different focus groups to be informed, multiple levels of government regulations to be followed, and last but not least, investor groups that need to be constantly assured that the funds they invest will bring
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a return palatable to their individual board of directors. Stability throughout the process is the key. Everyone needs to be informed and assured as to what needs to happen will indeed happen. Ms. Mills, with her expertise in the mining industry, can help to make the huge amount of facts and
details make sense to us all in the more rural communities. Mines, and all that they encompass, are complicated. Take for example the Yellowhead Mine project tailings pond. It has been stated recently that the protective dam of the pond needs to be maintained immemorial after construction.
A comment like this taken out of context, would make it seem that the problem has not been addressed. In fact, this topic was discussed at length during various meetings all through the environmental assessment of the mine proposal. I know this because I was there. All stakeholders had the opportunity to attend these meetings to hear the information and to offer opinions. Having someone like Ms. Mills to help explain the process could be a very good thing indeed as long as those asking ques-
tions are prepared to listen. I was asked why I didn’t mention anything about the Lt. Governor’s visit in my article last week. The problem is that I have to have my article in by noon on Monday, which is when Her Honour was due to arrive. Now that I have had the privilege of meeting Her Honour Lt. Governor Guichon, I can say that Her Honour is a gracious lady well deserving of the role she has been given. I hope that we will have the opportunity
of another visit soon. The many members of the community and the student body that came to listen to Her Honour’s remarks were most appreciated. Principals Jonathan Brady and Shelley Ewashina are to be commended for their support and efforts. I know it is a busy time of the year for the students. Thanks also to the Yellowhead 4H members for serving, and to 4H Leader Glenda Feller for arranging the club members attendance on such short notice.
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(L to r) Her Honour Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon, takes a moment to chat with Barriere residents Michelle and Jean Cartier, during a public luncheon hosted by the District of Barriere on Jan. 28, at the Ridge.
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Ms. Dawn Mills spoke at a cultural use resource forum held in Kamloops. The article on the event stated that Ms. Mills is “the inaugural Finning resident scholar for mining and communities at UBC’s Norman B. Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering. Her job is to reach out to rural communities to provide background expertise on mining proposals as part of an institute program to address social, economic and environmental issues facing the industry.” At first blush it may look that a resident scholar whose position is funded by a key partner in the mining industry might be slanted in a favourable way to promoting mining, mining in any and all circumstances. That is not the case. Step back for a moment and really look at what is happening with respect to mining, and indeed any large development project. Over the years the focus has shifted from the “Let’s Git Er Done At All Costs” attitude of decades before, to the current approach that takes in all aspects of such mega projects. Taking the new attitude and focus
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SPORTS Fun for all at the Barriere Forks Trails
The North Thompson Recreational Society each year hosts their annual Full Moon Howl cross country ski event at the Barriere Forks Trails. Children and adults of all ages turn out for an afternoon of races and competitive events on skis and in the snow. The day’s excursions are followed by a tastey supper at the warming cabin, and afterwards everyone enjoys the treat of being able to ski by the light of the moon along trails lit by candles. The final event is a visit from a local werewolf, followed by everyone joining him in an enthusiastic howl at the moon.
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Open riding in the Agriplex Horsemen from McLure to Clearwater are utilizing the open riding days in the North Thompson Agriplex to train and condition their horses indoors. Open riding is on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Wednesdays from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. There is a $10 fee per rider, and riders must be members of the NT Fall Fair or the Barriere Riding Club. Helmets are required for youth 18 years and under, and riders 14 years and under must have a designated adult present. Drop buy on a designated day for more information.
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Another Strobist Meet-up for photographers My friend, Dave Monsees, decided to host another Strobist Meet-up at his photography studio, and I was definitely up for that. I like trudging around photographing snowy scenics, but, the thought of spending a photo-filled day in a warm, wood-heated studio was enticing, and when he extended the invite I didn’t hesitate to accept. My request to the other photographers was to continually change the two lighting setups that we were using. I had participated in past meets, and, they were fun and photographers got to make lots of pictures of models; however, even though the resulting pictures were great, the lighting remained basically static for every image. For this day I wanted to change the modeling lights and modifiers every hour. That meant photographers and models had to rethink what they were trying to do, but after the first change everyone got into the swing and began to get
really innovative. Photographers changed lenses, shooting angles, helped each other out by moving the lighting around, and our models went through several clothing changes and were as involved in the creative process as the photographers. The studio had lots of lighting equipment set up with wireless camera connectors for each photographer. There were two different backdrop set-ups, and we had our choice of lights and modifiers like softboxes, umbrellas, snoots, barn doors, and reflectors. When I wrote about the last studio meet-up I attended I said that photographers always need to explore and experiment, and gettogethers like this are perfect for practicing off-camera lighting in a studio (that most photographers don’t have access to) without the pressure of actual clients, and it is a fun way to refine one’s skills. Monsees commented that he liked being around fun people with a true passion for pho-
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John E n ma n tography, and dedicated to off-camera flash. He also said that he enjoyed himself so much that he intends to try to have photographer and model get-togethers in his studio every month if he can. Although photographers have been using off-camera light nearly as long as they have been making portraits of people, that practice has really been limited to a few that owned studios. Recently all that has been changing what with quickly advancing camera technology, and the word “strobist” now refers to a photographer who uses offcamera flash to take pictures, instead of the usual pop-up flash, or hotshoe flash attached on top of the camera. I am often asked, “Why use off-camera flash?” Instead of using
just a camera, one must lug around a light stand and a flash. That means carrying extra weight. Sometimes a photographer would require an assistant since weather conditions might knock over the light when shooting outdoors. My response to the question is, “Better pictures.” Light is the language of photography. Without light there are no photos. With offcamera light one adds light and control over the final image. Adding light might introduce drama in a picture and can increase detail or hide it. The extra work greatly affects the output. I like quotes and here is one regarding light from George Eastman, American innovator and entrepreneur, who founded the Eastman Kodak Company
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Light is the language of photography. Without light there are no photos. With off-camera light one adds light and control over the final image. and invented roll film. He summed it up for me when he said, “Light makes photography. Embrace light. Admire it. Love it. But above all, know light. Know it for all you are worth,
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Change your password to stay safe from cybercrime Data gathered from millions of stolen passwords in 2012 shows a disturbing trend: most of us continue to put convenience ahead of security when it comes to our cyber lives. That’s why initiatives like “Change Your Password Day” held on Feb. 1, are significant: Events like this give us a chance to take a closer look at how our habits and routines may be putting us at risk of becoming a victim of crime. If you’re one of those “convenience first” people, Gizmodo’s initiative makes February a good month to change your priorities...and your passwords. Here’s some facts, tips and stories to get you started on your journey to a more secure cyberlife.
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report having been a victim of cybercrime at some point and 46 per cent say they have been victimized online in the past year by hackers, malware, fraudsters, viruses or theft. • Thirty-four per cent of online adults don’t know that malware and viruses can operate discreetly behind the scenes so that a user doesn’t know they’ve been hacked. • Thirty-eight per cent of online adults don’t use strong passwords and don’t change their passwords regularly. Think hacking won’t happen to you because you are a savvy cyber citizen? Mat Honan thought so to. The journalist for wired.com’s Gadget Lab became the victim of an “epic hack” because of security flaws in his online service providers that he was unaware of until it was too late. Read the story of how it happened and what he would have and could have done to prevent it: How Apple and Amazon Security Flaws Led to My Epic Hacking How can you reduce your risk of becoming a victim of cybercrime? • If you use any of The 25 Most Popular Passwords of 2012, change them immediately. Periodically check out other popular passwords lists and avoid using those as well. • Don’t share passwords to your email, bank accounts or personal social media accounts with anyone. • Don’t “daisychain” your important accounts like banking, email and social network-
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Carlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market Garden Good quality horse hay, approx 70lb bale, grass/grass-alfalfa mix, $7/bale. Cow hay $5-6/bale. Potatoes - 40lb sac, red or yellow, $20/sac. 250672-5795 (McLure). Hay for sale: square bales, 2nd cut, grass/alfa mix. 800lb round bales, 1st cut. Del. can be arranged. (250)672-9319
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Clearwater: 3 bdrm upper floor home on 2 acres, in town. Call 250-674-1700 or 674-3277 Clearwater: 4 bdrm home on 1 acre, fenced yd. Avail now. $1,000/mo. Security dep & ref. 250-320-4943
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Mobile Homes & Pads Barriere Mobile home for rent in trailer park. 2 bdrm + den, fenced yard, wood, oil, electric heat. Avail. immediately $575/mo. Phone Tony 250320-5684 Barriere Mobile home for sale by owner in trailer park. 2 bdrm + den, fenced yard, wood, oil, electric heat. Avail. immediately. $25,000 terms avail. Pad rent $240. Tony 250-320-5684
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New minister for Church of St Paul North Thompson Star/Journal The congregations of the Church of St Paul in Barriere and Clearwater United Church, say they are excited to welcome their new minister, the Reverend Brian Krushel this Sunday. The new minister is a Lutheran pastor who has recently served as pastor for Hills of Peace Lutheran Church in Kamloops. Pastor Krushel was born in Winnipeg, the second of three brothers, and spent the first 22 years of his life there. After graduating with a B.Sc. in Ecology from the University of Manitoba, he entered the Lutheran Theological Seminary in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and graduated with an M.Div. in 1992. Since his ordination in that same year, Pastor Krushel has served Lutheran parishes in Manitoba, Ontario and British Columbia. When he is not busy with parish duties or keeping up with his family, Pastor Brian sings with The High Country Singers, a community choir in Kamloops. He also likes fishing and has been â&#x20AC;&#x153;hookedâ&#x20AC;? by the many fly fishing opportunities available in the area surrounding Kamloops. The Church of St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s previous minister, the Reverend Graham Brownmiller, moved to New Westminster in late August, and
the members of the congregation, along with a few visiting clergy and lay worship leaders, have been providing pulpit supply since that time. Pastor Krushel will be leading his first worship service in the North Thompson on Sunday, February 10, with worship in Clearwater at 9 a.m., and in Barriere at 11 a.m. The Church of St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s congregation say they are pleased that their new minister has arrived, and especially as he will be in time to assist with flipping flapjacks at their upcoming annual pancake supper. The pancake supper will be held on February 12, from 5 to 7 p.m., and everyone is welcome, and encouraged to attend. The cost for the supper is always very reasonable, the socializing is great, and the much anticipated goodies found on the dessert table will more than satisfy your sweet tooth. The Church of St Paul (there is no period after St - the name is an acronym for Serving Together as a Parish of Anglicans, Uniteds and Lutherans) was officially formed when the Anglican Church of Canada, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada and the United Church of Canada joined together to form a Shared Ministry on May 23, 2010. Â
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Ignorant no more To the editor; I have been watching our local paper for coverage of the “Idle no More” movement, unless I have missed it; I’m not seeing anything, and this surprises me. However, I do feel the general sense of disinterest is a continuation of an age-old problem in our community, and in Canada as a whole. Speaking as a non-indigenous Canadian woman, I applaud the First Nations for their efforts and dedication to the critical issues being
raised by the “Idle no More” movement. I appreciate the stand that is being taken by First Nations with respect to the “Omnibus bills C38, and C45”. The passing of these bills adversely affects all Canadians, but at this point, only First Nations can challenge them, on the basis of infringement on treaty rights, land title, and constitutional questions. I implore non-indigenous Canadians to champion our own movement, “Ignorant no More”. Make the effort
to educate yourself and your children about the true history of colonialism in Canada, and endeavor to end racism once and for all. Suggested reading – “The Inconvenient Indian” A curious account of Native people in North America. Canadian author: Thomas King Search the following link to find ways to support the “Idle no More” movement: http:// thetyee.ca/Life/2013/01/19/ Idle-No-More-List/ Kathy Karlstrom Little Fort, B.C.
Valley resident returns from Taiwan with food information to share To the editor; Traveling to see how an island the size of Vancouver Island, with the population that is perhaps equal to that of Canada, considers feeding itself, has been quite the experience. I’ve just returned from the island of Taiwan. Having been invited by author and soilless gardening expert, Marseene Mainly, to visit the island before her return to Canada. I didn’t have much time to consider anything, except that I felt I needed to go. My first priority was to research food production, then recycling, relationship building and tourism. I am still relying on my friends, and anyone who thinks this effort is worthwhile, to help me subsidize this trip. Please and thank
you, every little bit helps. What is food? Healthy food is what we need to survive: clean air, clean water, and clean nutritious food. Clear air? In Taiwan the individual people were trying to figure it out. Those using the subways were keeping their personal germs captive and not taking on other people’s germs. They were wearing masks. I learned that if a person even suspects that they have a cold or cough – they wear a mask. They are concerned for each other and themselves, even to the point of just lifting up their mask to insert their food at meal times, rather than risk spreading a germ. This seemed to be working, as I traveled via these systems
with thousands of people each day, and heard barely a cough or a sneeze. Clean water? I visited Eco Parks built in neighborhoods where Nature was replicated to provide people with the knowledge of how intertwined all life needs to be; to take that water, which we humans pollute, and make it usable for the next life to drink, or – in the case of amphibians and fish – live in. Restaurant gray water? I visited farms that had set-ups with re-claiming systems consisting of an intricate set of active reclaiming tanks; starting with the grayest of water, ending with tanks of fish with plants growing on top. And water supplying the irrigation for the gardens that produced the organic produce
served within. Clean food? From restaurants that grew their salad greens (visible from the table of the customer), to farms that produced aquaponically-grown vegetables, such as kohlrabi and beets, to strawberries and tomato’s; all is possible. If you, or your group or business want a guest dynamic speaker, please let me know. I’ve got stories on foodie projects, for sure; but also on the healing benefits of volunteerism, tourism tips to build your businesses, recycling efforts that reach out to victims of disaster, to the building of a Foundation that is changing the world. I will gladly share these gleanings for your information and delight. Cheryl Thomas Clearwater, B.C.
Dog Obedience Classes start in February! Learn to teach your dog basic good manners and acceptable behaviour in all situations. Six week courses start on Sunday • Feb. 17 • 11 a.m. at Barriere fall fair hall. For dogs 6 months & up Cost $100 • Call Jill 250-319-8023 to register
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A young skier at Harper Mountain practices his stopping ability, successfully coming to a halt. The mountain is a great place to take the family for a day’s outing on B.C.’s first Family Day, Monday, Feb. 11.
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