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Ervin Charleyboy claims freedom of speech stifled Carole Rooney Free Press

Ervin Charleyboy claims there are people in the Tsilhqot’in First Nation who are in favour of New Prosperity Mine, but afraid to go public with their opinions – even to their own chiefs. The Tsilhqot’in National Government (TNG) has publicly denounced the mine on behalf of its people, but Charleyboy says they don’t listen to those people. “All these six chiefs in the Tsilhqot’in are just saying ‘no’ amongst themselves, and they’re not bringing it to the people.” Therefore, Charleyboy says he believes there needs to be a Nation Assembly regarding the mine to see how other Tsilhqot’in people, who are “scared to speak out,” feel about it.” “They are being intimidated by their own chiefs if they speak for the mine, and I don’t like this intimidation. That’s what the chiefs are there for.” However, TNG Chief Roger William says they do talk to and listen to their people, communicating through discussions, councils, assemblies, newsletters and other means. He notes the First Nations election process also ensures people are satisfied with that communication. The Tsilhqot’in are “strongwilled people” who will speak when they want to speak, William explains. “There is no intimidation. Our people are welcome to express opinions.” Charleyboy is an Elder with the Alexis Creek Indian Band where he was a former chief for 20 years – 19 of those he served on the TNG as a tribal chief – but he says none of the chiefs, even from his own band, will

speak to him anymore. “I can’t understand why the chiefs are protesting and don’t want the mine. Because the way I see it, with forestry going down not too long from now, what are our people going to do?” There are a lot of young people on the reserves who want to work, he adds. “I’m looking at the future of our young people, and they’ve got nothing out there. There’s no employment and there’s no future for them.” Meanwhile, William says the federal Environmental Review Panel that reviewed the first Prosperity Mine proposal visited every Tsilhqot’in community, where it heard the people’s voice and concerns and consequently rejected that proposal back in 2010, he adds. “All our members are totally against New Prosperity Mine.” However, Charleyboy says he also gets “lots of comments” from First Nations people wanting to know more about the mine’s status. He adds they tell him they don’t talk to their chiefs about it. He explains someone from the Anahim Band suggested the idea of a Nation Assembly for mine supporters to speak freely, so Charleyboy is now organizing that, with a target date of early April. The chiefs don’t need to be present, and shouldn’t be, Charleyboy adds, so the people who support the mine or want to find out more about the viability of the mine “won’t be afraid” in what they say. Interested people who want to find out where and when it will happen can call Charleyboy at 250-481-0035. “I’ve talked to other people about this and they’ve said, ‘Sure, let try to do it’.”

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Ski fashion from the 1980s, as worn by Stacey Johnston, was the hot look on the slopes during the Mt. Timothy Ski Area Rad Retro Day 25th anniversary birthday bash on March 10. Patrons also enjoyed a retro lift ticket price, cake and contests during which Johnston won a 2013/14 season pass.

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Garry Babcock, left, Elsie Babcock, Tom Rutledge and Maryann Rutledge were presented their 2012 Citizen of the Year trophies by Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett, who is a former Citizen of the Year. The Babcocks and Rutledges, who work tirelessly for the 100 Mile & District Historical Society, said they were surprised when their names were announced because of the strong group of nominees.

Babcocks, Rutledges named 2012 Citizens of the Year

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There was a stellar group of nominees for the 2012 Citizen of the Year award, which was handed out at the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce’s 19th Annual Business Excellence Awards gala banquet on March 9. When Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett read out the credentials of the nominees, a hush came over the crowd in the 100 Mile Community Hall, as the tremendous amount of effort and time each of the nominees puts into their communities started to sink in. Later, she said it was an extremely strong lineup, and the committee of former Citizens of the Year had a difficult time selecting the best for 2012. After she read all of letters of support for the nominees and they were standing on the stage, Donna announced the 2012 Citizens of the Year were Tom and Maryann Rutledge and Garry and Elsie Babcock. This foursome has worked tirelessly for the 100 Mile & District Historical Society for several years, especially on the 108 Mile Heritage Site. Garry has been a member of the

society off and on since 1975, and Elsie has supported his every effort, and has been a board member for the past six years. She is also on the executive of the 100 Mile & District General Hospital Auxiliary. Tom and Maryann have been members of the historical society since 1996, with Tom as the president and Maryann as the secretary-treasurer. Maryann is the money lady, as she applies for all of the grants, hires the students, organizes the Canada Day celebrations and makes sure the operational and capital money is in place to run the site and make necessary repairs. Tom and society vice-president Garry are the “heritage site pickers,” as they are always looking for artifacts and then picking them up and bringing them back to the heritage site to be restored. All four are always most helpful when events are held at the site. Tom said he and Maryann are still on Cloud 9 after being selected as Citizens of the Year on Saturday night. “All four of us were shocked.” Tom mentioned he told Donna they were shocked about being selected and she said, “You know everyone of the people standing up there beside you guys deserved

an award.” He agreed the recognition had made all of the hard work worthwhile, and revitalized their spirits to carry on the important work that needs to be done. Said Maryann: “This is the most humbling experience and the greatest honour that could be given.” Elsie said she was extremely surprised when Barnett read out their names as Citizens of the Year. “There was a lot of competition up there. Everyone was deserving and it was an honour really. “You do these things because you like to do it, and you don’t expect any great reward. I think this was very rewarding; just being nominated was an honour.” She added they really need more people to join the historic society to help share the workload. “We really just need people who have a heart for preserving the past.” Somehow it seemed appropriate Elsie won the 50/50 draw that evening and took home $492. She says it will be a little extra “spending money.” Worthy nominees Folks were nominated by members of the general public and following are highlights from the letters the committee received.

Len Doucette Len is helpful to all and real supporter of his community. He is the vice-president of the 108 Mile Ranch Community Association, founder of the Say Yes to Prosperity, president of the Cariboo Challenge Sled Dog Race, vice-president of the 100 Mile House Model Flyers and a director of the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce. Tom Bachynski Tom is a man with a big heart and always gives a helping hand to youth sports and anyone he can. He was instrumental in bringing the Wranglers Junior B hockey team to 100 Mile House. He is Chamber of Commerce president, a past Rotarian and director of the 2006 Northern B.C. Winter Games. Tom also spearheaded the Communities in Bloom committee and the Celebration of Lights Christmas Tree fundraiser. Sean Watson Sean is a great community volunteer and is always there to help. He is a supporter of the local Early Childhood Development Committee, the 100 Mile House Food Bank Society, Loaves & Fishes Outreach, as well as youth hockey and soccer programs. Continued on A6

A New Prosperity Mine Open House, featuring all sides of the contentious issue will be held at 100 Mile Community Hall on March 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about various aspects of the project is encouraged to attend. All interested parties, whether project supporters or opponents, are invited to informally present information and answer questions from the general public. All participants must pre-register at 250-395-6124.

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new schools website School District #27 has launched a new website on March 4 to make it more user friendly for students, staff, parents and general public. Secretary treasurer Bonnie Roller says it is a work in progress, and has been in the works for some time but was stalled because of the Initial Options Report and public consultations underway since last fall. Visit the site at www.sd27.bc.ca to check it out.

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president Tom Bachynski community and they 10 people from the area with very little input into Free Press said he was excited to have to look after the who went to Ottawa with it.” Looking for the learn he will be able environment and I Kamloops-ThompsonDobbs said he believes perfect prom gown Despite missing the to speak on behalf of believe that they have Cariboo MP Cathy the mine should be a during Spring Break? Sept. 28, 2012 deadline Prosperity Mine as far done that.” McLeod to speak to cabi- “no-brainer.” Check out our New Stock! • Personalized Service for submitting an appli- as the chamber of comRoberts said he felt it net ministers about the “We need the money • Only one gown style sold per school cation, 20 additional merce is concerned. was imperative to get on importance of the mine for the community. 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I wasn’t aware ect will provide a much “Our belief is the sake of our they had closed it off. needed economic boost that it is a good c o m m u n i t y, “When I saw who If you’re carrying high-interest credit card debt, for 100 Mile House. project and they want to see it go was on it, there were 43 you owe it to your financial future to have a conversation about how you can roll that debt Although these appli- have done the forward respon- and you could surmise into your mortgage so you can save - sometimes cations were received study and due sibly. I think it’s that out of the 43, 40 thousands in interest - and start building wealth. after the deadline, each diligence to very critical to were against the project. Worried about penalties? Don’t think it can make much difference? Think again. 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Dave Dickie Dave has been a constant volunteer for many, many years and has supported the South Cariboo in any way he can. He has been the treasurer for the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce for years. He is a “real volunteer.” Jeanette McCrae Jeanette volunteers for everything; if you need help, she is there. Jeanette took over the reins of the South Cariboo Garlic Festival and has made it a success year after year. She has helped bring upgrades to the Lac la Hache Festival Site. She has been the Community Club bingo caller for years and

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The South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce 19th Annual Business Excellence and Citizen of the Year gala banquet at the 100 Mile Community Hall on March 9 was a resounding success. The hall was abuzz with excitement, as folks whose businesses and organizations had been nominated for awards chatted with

fellow business owners and friends. All of the tables were full and many people took advantage of the opportunity to dress up a bit, with the underlying black-and-white theme. Local singer and former South Cariboo Idol winner Candace Copely provided the easy-listening entertainment during cocktail hour. After dinner and before the business awards presentation, the Cariboo Square

Dancers hopped onto the floor and did some square and round dancing – much to the delight of the audience members who urged them on with some boisterous clapping. Councillor Ralph Fossum gave a message on behalf of the District of 100 Mile House, and Cariboo Regional District Area H Director Margo Wagner, who was a Citizen of the Year nominee, provided the message from the

regional district. Chamber president Tom Bachynski and chamber director Sean Watson, both of whom were Citizen of the Year nominees, shared the duties as masters of ceremonies. Bachynski says he thought the event went off very well. “Psalm 23 Society did a fantastic job of catering and I thought the decorators did a great job of decorating. There was a lot of enthusiasm

... there was a good positive energy going on there and it was kind of cool.” He talked about volunteerism and the value the Communities in Bloom project brings to the district. Bachynski noted the local community needs more help and urged those in the audience to get on board to help beautify the community. His final message was about the “10% shift,” which is a local shopping program. “We all spend money out of town or at big box stores ... whether it’s a bag of coffee beans, a suit or a car, we all spend money out of town. “The whole idea of the 10% shift is to conscientiously know what you’re spending out of town and take 10 per cent of that and spend it back in town. Take the 10 per cent, shop small and put some might back in downtown.” Then it was time to

hand out the Business Excellence Awards. All 10 categories had several nominations and every one of those businesses deserved to be there not only for their contributions to the business community but also for their tremendous contributions to 100 Mile House

and the surrounding communities. Awards • The Family Friendly Business Award, sponsored by the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre, was won by Canlan Ice Sports. Continued on A14

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Promises, promises, promises

h, promises, their kind of promises can just destroy a

life Oh, promises, those kind of promises take all the joy from life Dionne Warwick 1968

The above is a rather prophetic lyric if there ever was one. Deceitful promises do, indeed, suck the joy out of life and the B.C. Liberals have demonstrated this fact many times during their 11-year tenure. I’m sure many of you can recall that dark day in 2002 when the B.C. Liberals terminated lawful, in force, contracts. What did the B.C. Liberals say before the election? “First of all, I don’t believe in ripping up agreements... I have never said I would tear up agreements, former premier Gordon Campbell told the Hospital Employees’ Union Guardian newspaper. During the 2001 election, the B.C. Liberals promised

not to sell BC Rail. Not up costing the average B.C. long after the ballots were family about $340 annually. counted, BC Rail was on the Now, here are some facts market. and figures that suggest that Then prior to the 2009 six-year-old kids selling election, the two biggest lemonade on the sidewalk whoppers were told. The are likely better fiscal Harmonized Sales Tax managers than the current (HST) was not on government. the government’s In December radar and the 2012, Moody’s province’s deficit Investors Service would be a downgraded B.C.’s trifling $495 credit rating from million and not a AAA stable to penny more. AAA negative. When At the end of September rolled fiscal year 2003/04 around after (March 31, 2004), Richard the election, total provincial Vollo the government long-term debt announced its was reported to accountants be $37.735 billion weren’t wearing their glasses and total liabilities $52.951 when they were tabulating billion. the deficit and that, in fact, By fiscal 2012, the two it would be $2.8 billion. It values were $50.193 soon grew to 3.8 billion. billion and $70.358 billion, Then they announced the respectively. That’s a 33 per “not-on-their-radar” HST, cent increase over the past which quickly turned into nine years. one of the biggest debacles These are big numbers, in the province’s history. but they pale in comparison This regressive tax ended to what the province’s long-

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f we want to know who forms the back bone of our communities, we need only go to the Citizen of the Year banquets. Year after year, people, who are the glue for so many projects and so many committees, are nominated to be considered as a Citizen of the Year. Who would be better suited to consider and select the Citizen of the Year than former Citizens of the Year, led by Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA and former 100 Mile House mayor Donna Barnett. Most often the nominees come from different walks of life – whether it’s professional, business, political or a member of the general public. Such was the case with the lineup of the 2012 Citizen of the Year nominees. They included Len Doucette, Tom Bachynski, Garry and Elsie Babcock, Tom and Maryann Rutledge, Sean Watson, Dave Dickie, Jeanette McCrae, Margo Wagner, Ruth Benson, and Ruth Peterson. The Babcocks and Rutledges were selected for their ongoing and outstanding work with the 100 Mile & District Historical Society. Together they have pushed and pulled the development 108 Mile Heritage Site, and found the funding to operate and maintain the site. They also have a dream for a museum in 100 Mile House and, hopefully, that dream will be realized. However, Mrs. Barnett probably said it the best when she noted everyone standing on the stage at the community hall on Saturday night deserved the award. She is absolutely correct. Look at the people on that list and think about what they willingly give to our communities – from youth to seniors and everyone in between. All of them give from their hearts whether it’s donations for every fundraising event in town or bringing a smile to faces of those in their golden years. They all share one very important desire – they all want to make their communities a better place to live, work, raise a family and grow old in. The great thing about these precious souls is they are willing to get involved, roll up their sleeves, put their shoulders to the wheel and work as hard as they can to make their dreams a reality. When we walk down the sidewalk in the coming months and we see one of the people who were nominated as a candidate for the Citizen of the Year, we should stop and congratulate them. We should all be thanking them for making our communities what they are today and what they are going to be tomorrow.

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term liabilities are when it comes to IPPs (Independent Power Projects) and P3s (Public Private Partnerships). In 2011, the province’s liability for these projects stood at $80 billion. This is over and above the province’s $50-billion debt. When Attorney General Shirley Bond was asked to comment on the province’s credit downgrading, she said, “The downgrade will inspire the provincial government to strengthen spending control and says the province will have to demonstrate even more discipline to control spending.” Bond is quite right – it makes one wonder why the government decided to spend 15 million taxpayer dollars on TV and print ads that at best can be described as misleading and self promoting. Richard Vollo is the vicepresident of the CaribooChilcotin New Democrats.

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Enbridge should pay two sets of fees To the editor: There are two types of fees Enbridge should be required to pay the Government of British Columbia should a decision be made to approve the construction of the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline – essential fees and royalties/taxes. The following are some of the most important essential fees that the B.C. government should charge

Enbridge. These fees must not be considered as a source of profit for the province. The government of B.C. must have a 100 per cent guarantee these fees, whatever their eventual dollar amount may be, will be paid by Enbridge. • An annual lease fee for the use of Crown land in the construction and operation of the pipeline. • All costs associated with oil spills from the pipeline and tankers

• All costs associated with removing the pipeline and restoring the land used by Enbridge for the project to an acceptable standard as set by the government of B.C. when the pipeline is no longer needed. • Fair compensation to the residents of B.C. for having the project constructed in their province. • Fair compensation to the First Nations regarding the construction

Government ads hide real facts To the editor: Every time I see one of the B.C. Liberal government ads that attempt to tell us how well they have done for British Columbia, I find myself asking the question: “What are some other ways a provincial government could find to spend $16.4 million of taxpayer money?” I am sure every taxpayer would have their own list, but I ask wouldn’t $16.4 million buy some much needed hospital equipment for Interior communities? How about help for rural school districts? How about the massive backlog in silviculture? How many seedlings would $16.4 million buy? How much could $16.4 million do to change B.C.’s child poverty numbers, presently second worst in Canada after eight straight years of

being the worst? The list could be very long. The ads tell us there are no tax increases, but this is untrue. B.C., like Quebec, and these are the only two provinces, has a system of MSP premiums. In other words, a tax to fund a portion of health-care costs. MSP went up four per cent on Jan. 1, 2013. Now, it is to go up another four per cent. Is that a tax increase or not? The next time you encounter your MLA you might want to ask that question. Have we had a tax increase or not? Did you vote to allow the government to spend $16.4 million on advertising that does not tell the truth? John Dressler Williams Lake

and operation of the project. If Enbridge cannot meet all of the above requirements, it should not be given permission to proceed with the project. Any royalties and/or taxes Enbridge is to pay the government of B.C. should be considered to be any amounts over and above the essential fees. In years to come, should the project proceed, the people of B.C.

should not have to pay billions and billions of dollars for unexpected costs associated with the project. This information may help the environmentalists in their endeavour to prevent the Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipeline from being constructed. Norman Gibson West Vancouver

Conservatives ignore housing need To the editor: While cities and provinces are working hard on the pressing lack of affordable housing for Canadians, Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo MP Cathy McLeod and the Conservatives are quietly getting the federal government out of it. An estimated 150,000 to 300,000 Canadians are homeless and 13 per cent don’t have access to affordable housing with enough bedrooms for their family. Our housing needs are not being met and the instability this causes in people’s lives has a tremendous economic cost – you can’t prepare your resume on a street corner. Nor is it cheap for taxpayers: the costs of medical care, shelters and day programs for the homeless are more expen-

sive than providing them a place to live. Yet, instead of putting resources in to fix the problem, the federal government is pulling back support. Over the next 10 years, federally-funded mortgages are coming due for housing co-operatives that provide affordable housing. Tied to those mortgages are operating agreements that provide vital funding for the co-ops and there are no plans to renew these subsidies. Without them, over 200,000 of the most vulnerable Canadians could lose their homes. The Conservatives are quietly booking $1.6 billion in annual “savings” from this cut to affordable housing and have no plans to reinvest the money. Furthermore, the federal Investment in Affordable Housing Program expires in

2014, but the Conservatives have still not begun negotiation for its renewal. It could get rolled into a general infrastructure fund, moving this money out of housing. This is happening because Mrs. McLeod and the Conservatives believe housing is a provincial responsibility and want to get out of it – they even said so in the 2006 budget. That’s just wrong. The Liberal Party believes the opportunity to succeed begins with a roof over your head. By investing in affordable housing, the federal government could help put some of the most at-risk Canadians back on their feet, living healthy lives and contributing to the economy.

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Ethnic strategy is nothing new Liberal party.” by staging apologies for historic racial Casual observers might see this as a injustices. It mentioned how former disturbing new development in misuse of premier Gordon Campbell delivered a public resources. It’s disturbing, all right, solemn apology in 2008 for the decision but it’s hardly new. to turn away a ship carrying Sikh refugees The “attack website” Horgan refers to is from Vancouver harbour – shortly after a case in point. While a website the outbreak of the First World targeting NDP Leader Adrian War. Dix was being cooked up in the What does a modern B.C. Liberal bunker, a similar provincial premier accomplish effort was being developed by apologizing for a federal in NDP research down the immigration decision made hall. This partisan message in 1915? Why would another detailed all the worthwhile premier now feel the need to things that could be done with apologize for a federal “head the government’s $15 million tax” imposed on Chinese advertising budget singing the immigrants from 1885 to 1923? Tom praises of the government’s The answer is obvious. Fletcher “jobs plan.” But this one carried Again, don’t expect much the logo of the NDP caucus, so to change with an NDP it was within the rules. government. Asked last week if he would The average person, seeing two groups of stage an apology for the head tax, Dix staff on the public payroll, each slagging the delivered a well-rehearsed history lesson other, might not detect much of a difference. that made it clear he is anxious to do so. The biggest headline from the leaked Welcome to politics in an urbanized, memo was its reference to generating globalized media culture. It’s more “quick wins” for the election campaign important to put on a show than to do the

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he British Columbia legislature session ends this week and it can’t come quickly enough for Premier Christy Clark and the B.C. Liberals. This is also the week we see the rest of the fallout from “ethnic-gate,” as the latest controversy over partisan activity by political staff has been clumsily labelled. A disgruntled former B.C. Liberal caucus staffer handed the NDP Opposition an internal memo setting out a strategy for ethnic “outreach” that strayed into forbidden territory, suggesting that ethnicfriendly government events could be staged and participants’ names collected and turned over to the party. “This secret plan clearly demonstrates the Liberals are deliberately folding government resources and staff into their party’s campaign machinery, despite rules that forbid this,” thundered NDP house leader John Horgan. “We’ve seen this before, with the Liberals’ efforts to run a secret committee to subvert the public process around Burnaby Hospital, and in the attack website created by caucus staff and launched by the

John McCallum, MP Liberal Party housing critic

right thing. Hospitals are announced three times before they’re built, then announced again when they are staffed. Politics is a lucrative career. Former B.C. Liberal MLA Lorne Mayencourt is one of the additional “outreach” staff hand-picked by Clark. The B.C. Liberals retort that the NDP caucus has a similar staffer named Gabriel Yiu, who has taken three leaves of absence to run for MLA, and is in practical terms a professional NDP candidate. Yiu is running for a fourth time in Vancouver-Fraserview, having been defeated in 2009 by former West Vancouver police chief Kash Heed. That campaign was notorious for anonymous Chinese-language pamphlets claiming the NDP favours legalizing drugs and imposing a “death tax” on inheritance. This latest scandal might produce meaningful reform. But the misuse of public money to further the interests of political parties is deeply entrenched. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews. com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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KAMLOOPS - A man in medical distress was helped when other motorists on the Trans-Canada Highway just east of Kamloops reported an erratic driver on Saturday, March 2, at about 8:30 a.m. Showing signs of impairment, he was screened, but passed the test. Const. Roy Davidson of the RCMP’s Southeast District Traffic Services was called and, when he learned the elderly driver is a diabetic with a heart condition, checked his vitals. As his blood pressure, temperature and pulse were being checked, the driver became hot to the touch, unresponsive and unable to pay attention. An ambulance was called when he began to shake. The driver was taken to Royal Inland Hospital, where he was last reported to be in stable condition. Davidson said the hospital staff told him he may have saved lives because, had the driver continued, he could have caused an accident. Davidson, in turn, thanked those who called police to report the situation.

Homicide victim linked to drug operation

KELOWNA - Police are investigating the murder of a Kelowna man linked to a cross-border drug smuggling operation that resulted in arrests in Malakwa, Revelstoke and Salmon Arm. On the night of Feb. 18, Kelowna RCMP officers responding to a report of a single-vehicle collision on Auburn Road found a black SUV that had driven into a lamp post. A man and a woman were found dead inside the vehicle. Soon after, police determined the victims had not died from the collision, but were murdered. On Feb. 20, the Southeast District Major Crimes Unit released the victims’ names: 30-year-old Tiffany Goruk and 33-year-old Jeremy Snow, both of Kelowna. Goruk did not have a criminal record, Snow did. He was one of several individuals arrested in Operation Blade Runner, an investigation by U.S. and Canadian authorities into a cross-border drug smuggling operation, in which marijuana was allegedly being exchanged for cocaine and ecstasy.

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Lorraine Barry Lac la Hache

Michelle Schilling 93 Mile House

We’re going to have an early one. Today’s (March 12) snow is the end of it.

It will be on time. We had lots of snow in fall and winter and I think it will be a drier spring. It evens out.

C ap sule C omments The field of synthetic biology combines science and engineering. It relies on the great advances in genetics and nanotechnology (dealing with the manipulation of atoms and molecules). The far-ranging goal of synthetic biology is to be able to use a patient’s cells to grow a new kidney or other organs not functioning well. March is National Kidney Month in Canada. We are a decade or more away from growing new kidneys for people but for now we can still sign up for organ donation on our death. They are many more people waiting for a new kidney than there are donors. Sign up to be an organ donor today.

Shannon Heatherington 108 Mile Ranch It’s going to be late. Every time we think it’s going to come, it just snows again.

Stephen Saat 100 Mile House It’s going to be late. It’s 100 Mile, and it doesn’t stop snowing. We have more snow than usual.

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an Immediate Roadside Driving Prohibition for 90 days and his vehicle was towed and impounded for 30 days. Driver error Shortly before 9 a.m. on March 5, 100 Mile House RCMP and Emergency Services responded to a collision between a logging truck and a Ford pickup truck on Wilcox Road north of Forest Grove. The driver of the Ford pickup was travelling north and met a logging truck partially in the north-bound lane. The driver took evasive action but was unable to avoid a collision with the rear of the logging truck. There was extensive damage to the Ford pickup. The driver of the pickup suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene. The driver of the logging truck was not injured, but he was issued a violation ticket for failing to keep to the right. The driver of the pickup truck did not possess a valid driver’s licence. He was prohibited from driving and did not have valid

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The traditional image of the judge is of someone remote from the common people, living in a world which is somehow different than the world occupied by others. In this imaginary world, judges were believed to be pompous individuals whose choice of words and demeanour reﬂected their pomposity. Perhaps, there was a time when that image reﬂected reality. The title of this article, however, shows that our world has changed – because these very plain and direct words are taken verbatim from a recent judgment of Mr. Justice Bauman, the chief justice of British Columbia’s Supreme Court. [British Columbia (Auditor General) v. British Columbia (Attorney General), 2013 BCSC 98] The full sentence from which the title to this article was taken reads as follows: Solicitor-client privilege is not a lawyer’s “trick” to avoid proper scrutiny of her client’s conduct or the steps taken on his or her behalf during the retainer, it is a critical civil right. (p. 8, para. 24) Some people (including some lawyers) would want you to believe that lawyers have an exalted status. In reality, it’s not just lawyers: every individual has special gifts and knowledge by reason of upbringing and education. The lawyer’s special knowledge happens to be, of course, about the law. Have you ever felt helpless in the face of the power of government? Lawyers believe that only the laws of this country stand between the power of the state and you. Lawyers believe that their role is to use their knowledge of those laws to protect you from the sometimes abusive power of the state – and that is where solicitor-client privilege comes in. How can you protect your own rights if you cannot speak freely with your lawyer? Solicitor-client privilege is your right to require that information which you give to your lawyer not be divulged. Solicitor-client privilege is the lawyer’s duty to respect that right. It’s not a trick. Article written by Centennial Law Corp. (Douglas E. Dent)

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Opinion Reader tired of straw man arguments To the editor: In response to Gordon Laity’s letter, headlined Wrong for Tories to muzzle scientists, (page A9 March 6 Free Press), it’s very reminiscent of all the other unsubstantiated attacks made against this government – long on vague accusations, short on specific examples. Much like “scary” Stephen Harper’s “hidden agenda,” the faux robocall scandal, the myth of the escalating cost of F-35s, the gutting of environmental legislation and the imminent ban on abortion and same-sex marriage, it’s obviously nothing more than a smear campaign concocted by their political opponents and perpetrated by the mainstream media. And suspiciously similar to often-seen form letters that certain opposition parties and leftist groups encourage their members to write. Of course this government, like all governments, imposes limits on what their employees, including scientists, can speak about publicly, and quite rightly so. CSIS agents are not allowed to blab to the press about their missions, medical workers do not discuss their patient’s conditions, teachers do not talk about individual students. When the media

approaches anyone in these agencies, they’re directed towards the designated PR spokesperson. It’s quite reasonable that scientists as well are ordered not to speak to the media on their own. It could be that proprietary information of benefit to the whole country is at stake. And if they disagree with that policy, they’re certainly free to seek other employment. Otherwise, what deep, dark secrets could the government possibly be suppressing? Have they found alien spacecraft under the arctic ice? Yetis? Atlantis? Actually, if one is looking for an egregious example of a

government cover-up of relevant scientific information that should be made available to the public, there is the recent case involving the United Kingdom Meteorological Office. Although they determined that the Earth has not warmed at all in the last 16 years, it took an FOI request by the Daily Mail to extract this important information. It’s ironic, too, that the same people who denounce muzzling of scientists are usually the first to start bleating when the government releases FSA test results and the Fraser Institute publicizes them. I. Schreifels 108 Mile Ranch

Grateful for help To the editor: We can’t say enough to thank all those who helped us in our misfortune on Jan. 8 when our home burned to the ground with everything we had in this world. Some medical problems arose with it or because of it; we are grateful to have gotten out alive. We have a long road ahead of us and would like to stay here and rebuild if it is possible. Adjustment hasn’t been easy for either of us. We haven’t seen our kitty as of yet, which makes it even harder to accept. The grieving process is a slow one. We are in sort of a shock. This is very hard for anyone. We thank you all for the help given us thus far. It was a hard lesson to learn. Bill and Jennie Neufeld 70 Mile House

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• Greatest Improvement 2012, sponsored by Western Financial Group, was awarded to the Williams Lake and District Credit Union-100 Mile House Branch. • Top Manager/ Owner Under 40 Award, sponsored by Investment Planning Counsel, was presented to Leslie Glen of Gold Trail Recycling. • Tourism/Recreation Award, sponsored by Regency Chrysler, went to The Hills Health Ranch. • Best Marketing and Promotion, sponsored by the 100 Mile House Free Press, was awarded to Sunrise Ford.

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South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce director Sean Watson, left, and chamber president Tom Bachynski handled the duties as masters of ceremonies for the 19th Annual Business Awards banquet on March 9. Both men were also nominated for 2012 Citizen of the Year honours.

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The 2013/14 provincial budget recently passed through legislature, scraping by on the voting majority held by the B.C. Liberals. Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett says she is pleased the budget passed, and that enough B.C. Liberal MLAs were in the House to make that happen. “The Opposition didn’t vote for it, which kind of frustrates me ... they are voting against health care, they are voting against education, they are voting against daycare. “They voted against anything, any services for the citizens of British Columbia, is what they did.”

Now the “business of the people” can, and must, move on, she explains, despite heading into the “silly season” of election time. “It’s a budget with no frills. It’s the first time where a budget – that I can ever remember – isn’t... a whole bunch of electioneering promises and goodies and cutting ribbons and all those kinds of things. There isn’t any of that in there, so I think that’s a positive step.” BC Conservative Leader John Cummins says B.C. Liberal government can’t balance a budget with non-existent BC Hydro “profits.” Finance Minister Mike de Jong’s balanced budget and fiscal plan relies on BC Hydro having three consecutive years of profitability, Cummins explains, but the

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B.C. government releases 10-year forestry plan A 10-year forest inventory plan for British Columbia was released on March 1, and it calls for an average annual investment of $8 million over the life of the plan. According to Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson, the Land Based Investment Strategy will ensure 35 million hectares are inventoried in mountain pine beetle affected and other priority areas.

“Developing a robust forest inventory plan was a top priority for my ministry, as it is so central to our MidTerm Timber Supply Action Plan. The forest inventory program has the financial certainty it needs to fulfil its mission throughout the next 10 years.” The plan outlines nine goals, each with five- and 10-year targets, ensuring no forest cover data is older than 30 years, while integrating 100 per cent of

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The Wizard of Oz talking apple trees, played by Terry Larum, left, Davis Majcher and Ben Pilger, were hilarious in their encounters with Dorothy and her travelling companions, as they made their way to Emerald City.

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Cast and crew of 100 Mile Performing Arts Society’s, The Wizard of Oz, have to be proud of themselves for a job well done. The community theatre company put on eight performances of the much-loved fantasy classic between Feb. 28 and March 9 at Martin Exeter Hall. The first week saw a few empty seats in the audience, but the second and final week was completely sold out, notes

producer Jan Richmond. “People were clambering for tickets at the end and we could have done another two or three shows.” This was the first time in the director’s chair for Oz director Nicole Weir, and Richmond has nothing but praise for her and the entire company. “She did an amazing job. Congratulations to everybody. There wasn’t one place that everybody didn’t give 110 per cent.” Actors embraced their characters whole-

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rail transport to reach his refinery and other buyers. The new process makes synthetic fuels from the heavy tar left over from conventional oil refining, instead of extracting the carbon as petroleum coke as is done in Alberta and elsewhere. Black noted there are currently four other heavy oil refineries under construction around the world, two in Africa and two in Saudi Arabia. All are about the same scale as his proposed Kitimat Clean plant, processing about 400,000 barrels per day of heavy oil using “cokers” that extract the coal-like byproduct. A refinery of that size would fill 100 rail cars per day with petroleum coke, which is typically burned for metal production and contains sulphur as well as similar carbon intensity to metallurgical coal. Shell’s refinery, at Anacortes, Washington, currently processes Alberta oil sands crude using cokers, selling the petroleum coke for aluminum refining. The new process adds

The $16-billion refinery would require another $9 billion in construction, Newspaper publisher including six product pipeDavid Black is revising his lines to Douglas Channel to British Columbia enviload ships with refined fuel, ronmental assessment and a natural gas pipeline to application for a large-scale produce power, fire refinheavy oil refinery in Kitimat ing equipment and supply to use a new refining process hydrogen for a new process to reduce its environmental to refine heavy oil. impact. NDP energy critic John Black gave an update on Horgan said he plans to the project to a B.C. Chamber meet with Black next week, of Commerce breakfast in but he was dismissive of Vancouver on March 6, sayClark’s endorsement. Black Press files ing he has found most of “I think it’s important the $25 billion in financing that the public understands David Black shows a sample of bitumen from Alberta’s oil sands, while announcing his plan to build a refinery last needed, and buyers for the that this is a long, long summer. refinery’s fuel products. He way into the future,” Horgan said customer contracts and said. financing are to be finalized hydrogen from natural gas developed in Germany in “And for a government within two months. to combine with the excess the early 1900s to convert that’s down to 68 days left Black also released a carbon in heavy oil, increas- coal to synthetic gas, which in its mandate before peoMustel Group poll conducting the amount of gasoline, was relied on for vehicle and ple vote again, it seems odd ed in February that shows jet fuel and diesel produced, aircraft fuel by the German to me that we would have three out of four people supBlack explained. armed forces while their taken time in the legislature port the idea to refine crude “It will be 50 per cent conventional fuel sources today to read a press release oil in Kitimat. cleaner than any other refin- were embargoed during the about a proposal that may A 57 per cent majorery in the world. It’s going to Second World War. not happen until after the ity continue to oppose the cost about $3 billion more, Expander’s modified next election.” Enbridge Northern Gateway and I’m going to organize process converts bitumen, Meanwhile, Black estiplan to pipe crude to Kitimat the money for it.” petroleum coke, biomass or mates the environmental and load it on ocean tankThe process received a municipal solid waste into assessment will take up to ers. Black said rejection of Canadian patent last fall for gas products used to make two years, and the refinery pipelines would only push Calgary-based Expander synthetic diesel and jet fuel. could be up and running by crude oil producers to use Energy. It adapts a process On March 7, Premier 2020. 694 Sollows Crescent 694 Sollows (off Exeter Road Monday - Friday  8:30 am -Crescent 5:00 pm 100 Mile House, 694 Sollows Saturday  9:30 (off am -Exeter 4:00 pmRoad) Monday - Friday  8:30 am - 5:00 pm Crescent 100 Mile House, BC Closed  Sundays & Holidays 694 Sollows www.goldtrail.sfobc.com Saturday  9:30 am - 4:00 pm (off Exeter Road) Monday - Friday  8:30 am - 5:00 Closed  Sundays & Holidays www.goldtrail.sfobc.com 694 Sollows Crescent (offpm Exeter Rd.) 100 House, BC250-395-1041 CrescentEmail: goldtrailrecycling@live.com 100 Mile House, BC CONTACT US:Mile Phone/Fax: (off Exeter Road) Saturday  9:30 am - 4:00 pm CONTACT US: Phone/Fax: Email: &goldtrailrecycling@live.com Monday - Friday  8:30 am -250-395-1041 5:00Closed pm  Sundays Holidays www.goldtrail.sfobc.com www.goldtrail.sfobc.com 100 Mile House, BC Leslie & Mike Glen Black Press

Christy Clark surprised the Opposition with a statement in the B.C. legislature endorsing a proposed heavy oil refinery near Kitimat. Clark emphasized the project would be subject to the five conditions about environmental safety and aboriginal consultation that she has demanded for heavy oil pipelines. However, she praised the job creation potential and added that a refinery would help supply the “fair share” of benefits for B.C. that is her most controversial condition. “Our government takes the view that we should work together to address legitimate environmental and safety concerns and find a way to get to ‘yes’ on projects that will grow our economy,” Clark said, adding the B.C. Liberal government has been working with Black’s team to secure a suitable site. Energy Minister Rich Coleman said there is Crown land in the Kitimat area held in an industrial reserve that could be leased or sold to Black’s company.

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Local student art brings new Cancer Society Daffodil perspective to Parkside Art Gallery Campaign underway

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The work of students at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School (PSO) is currently featured at Parkside Art Gallery in their col-

lective show Visual Thoughts. It’s a refreshing perception of art through the eyes of youth that fills the Parkside foyer, main gallery and a portion of the hallway. The eclectic show includes

cleverly thought-out paintings, drawings, sculptures and collages. Visual Thoughts opened Feb. 15 with a successful artists’ reception that packed the gallery, notes gallery director Barb Brown.

“We had to shut it down at 9:30 p.m., but the kids were still raring to rock on.” She says she is impressed with the work. “It’s cutting-edge and not your normal, traditional works. Six pieces sold.” Brown adds she’s inspired to create more opportunity for youth at Parkside. “I’ll encourage them to continue to hang their work in the members’ gallery in the future.” Artists featured in the show include Ian Heales, Josie Jaeger, Ethan McDonaldWiens, Megan Martin, Graham McHarg, Ben Mowbray, Jemma Van Osch, Mckenzi Watson and PSO teacher Katie Zydek. The show closes March 16. Parkside hours are Monday to Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday, noon-4 p.m. The gallery is located at 401 Cedar Ave., beside 100 Mile House Junior Secondary.

April is Daffodil Month for Canadian Cancer Society, and the sales of fresh daffodils and daffodil pins generate funds for the organization. The larger orders are geared for businesses, with fresh flowers available in lots of 500, in bundles of 10, which sell for $250. An order of 250 flowers in bunches of 10 go for $125, and singular bouquets of 10 flowers are $5 each. The pins are $2 apiece and a box of 100 is $200. Local volunteer Heidi Meier is heading up the campaign in the South Cariboo, but time is running out to place orders. Everything must be pre-ordered by March 15, and flowers and pins will arrive in April. To place an order, drop by the 100 Mile House RCMP detachment office and drop off the order and payment, or call and leave a message for Meier at 250-395-6039 or 250-

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There was plenty to celebrate at the Mt. Timothy Ski Area Rad Retro Day 25th anniversary birthday bash on the mountain, March 10. A total of 218 skiers and boarders took advantage of a special retro lift ticket price of $25 and many dressed in the style of the 1980s to help mark the occasion. The inaugural T-shirt Smash contest was a hit, with 11 participants struggling to be the first to slip into a frozen and twisted T-shirt. 100 Mile House Mayor Mitch Campsall was given a complimentary shirt to compete, but Doug Hendriks of 100 Mile won the challenge and claimed a 2013/14 season pass as his prize. Another season pass went to Stacey Johnston, also from 100 Mile, as winner of the scavenger hunt. Mt. Timothy administration manager Alisha Piccolo says Johnston completed the hunt in less than half the expected time. “She was on a mission and she blew the hunt out of the water. I expected the hunt to at least take two-anda-half hours and she completed it in just over an hour. She ran the whole time.” A duck hunt, where toy ducks were hidden all over the mountain, also generated prizes for participants, with the booty including small toys, baked goods, day lift tickets, hot chocolate and poutine in the bistro, and discounts at the pro shop. There was live music on the deck and there was a burger barbecue and a giant birthday cake, decorated to look like Mt. Timothy. Campsall gave a speech and Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett presented a certificate of appreciation to Mt. Timothy for its valuable contribution to the community. The new, nearly finished guest services building was open to the public, but Piccolo says it didn’t get as much attention as she’d expected. She was also surprised more people didn’t come out to the birthday event, but admits when weather is sunny and warm, as it was that day, people tend to turn their interests to springtime activities, such as biking and yard work. “At the end of the day, it’s not about the number in attendance that makes this rewarding; it’s to see the smiles and hear the laughs and watch everyone enjoying Monika Paterson photo themselves. Williams Lake resident David Raincock got some big air at the Mt. Timothy Ski Area on March 10. “It’s knowing these people came to celebrate with us. He and many other skiers and boarders took in the Rad Retro Day 25th anniversary bash at the That is what makes this all worth it in the end.” mountain.

Goaltending coach will help Wranglers The 100 Mile House Junior B Wranglers Hockey Club has enlisted goaltending coach Taylor Dakers to help the team in its inaugural season in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL). He is the senior head instructor of World Pro Goaltending, based out of Calgary, and is also the goaltending coach of the Everett Silvertips of the Western Hockey League (WHL). Dakers played junior hockey in the KIJHL for Wranglers head coach

Doug Rogers prior to playing four seasons with the Kootenay Ice of the WHL. Drafted in the fifth round of the 2005 National Hockey League entry draft by the San Jose Sharks, Dakers played in the American Hockey League with the Worcester Sharks. He retired prematurely due to a series of hip injuries. He will be making frequent trips to 100 Mile House to work with the Wranglers’ goaltenders throughout

the 2013/14 hockey season. Dakers says he would also like to take the opportunity to assist minor hockey goalies in the Cariboo while he is in town working with the Wranglers. He will be arranging mini-camps through World Pro Goaltending for those local area goaltenders seeking professional instruction. Says coach Rogers: “We are extremely fortunate to have Taylor involved with the Wranglers fran-

chise. He will provide the professional instruction and specialized assistance needed for our goaltenders. “Taylor is well respected within the hockey community and believes in our philosophy of helping to develop players to achieve their maximum potential.” Dakers will be in attendance at the Wranglers’ spring camp in 100 Mile House, April 19-21, to help analyze the attending goaltenders and provide some on-ice instruction.

100 Mile & District Minor Hockey Association’s annual Attitude on Ice, all female hockey tournament, takes place at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre, March 15-17. The youth tournament will involve multiple age divisions and visiting teams from all over British Columbia.

Ski Patrol The Mt. Timothy chapter of the Canadian Ski Patrol System is in great need of additional volunteers. This would be of interest to skilled skiers, snowboarders and telemark skiers. Training is required for the job and benefits include free skiing and boarding. To learn more, contact Dan Hay at 250-392-2567.

blind curling weSternS A team from 100 Mile House is competing March 13-16 at the Western Blind Curling Association Championships in Regina. Jim Vinson, Katelyn Vanderburgh, Marilyn Vinson, Lori Fry and Joey Seiler make up the 2013 British Columbia provincial champion team.

Junior curlerS wraP 100 Mile Curling Club has its Junior League wrap-up and awards day on March 16, from 1 to 6 p.m. at 100 Mile Curling Club. The Juniors will play parents in exhibition games, followed by awards and dinner.

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Grapplers from elementary schools in 100 Mile House, Williams Lake and Prince George, tested their skills at Wrestlemania at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School, March 8. The giant annual event, hosted by 100 Mile Wrestling Club, saw more than 100 students from grades 4-7 hit the mats in the school gymnasium. Says club coach Phil Johnston: “All kids seemed to have fun and enjoyed themselves.” In the Girls division, results were, from first to third in each category: Group 1: Madison Watson, Mile 108 Elementary School (108); Madelynn McEachern, 100 Mile House Elementary School (100); and Alexa O’Dette, 100. Group 2: Hannah Ray, 108; Mikayla Julseth, 108; and Hailey Arnott, 100 Mile Wrestling Club (OMWC). Group 3: Tyleen Scaiano, Williams Lake (WL); Amy Baechmann, 100; and Danika Burwell, 100. Group 4: Kate-Lynn Beck, 100; Denaya McDonald-Wiens, 100; and Jodie Linnel, 108. Group 5: Valeria Pineda, 100; Halle Guimond, 100; and Robbie Stewart, 108. Group 6: Ali Walker, 100; Ally Watson, 100; and Keona Corbeil, 100. Group 7: Taylor Rocolo, 100; Nicole Varney, 108; and Julia Mosher, 100. Group 8: Sienna Monical, 108; Marina Guimond, 100; and Emily Doherty, 100. Group 9: Naomi Villeneuve, 100; Hailey Villeneuve, 100; and Caitlyn McLean, 100. Group 10: Shania Parks, 100; Raven Recollet, 100; and Danica Davidson, 100. Group 11: Lauren McLean, 100; Nicole Cooper, 100; and Zenzie Stanley, Team Gold Rush (TGR). Boys Group 1: Aaron Hien, TGR; Trey Alphonse, WL; and Ryder Arnott, OMWC, and Will Straton, WL, tied for third. Group 2: Kalob Scaiana, WL; Gage Davis,

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Wrestlemania, in the Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School gymnasium on March 8, saw a lively match between Nicole Varney, left, of Mile 108 Elementary School, and Julia Mosher of 100 Mile House Elementary School. WL; and Keenan Arnott, OMWC. Group 3: Daylan Hien, TGR; Eric Gardner, 108; and Chevy MacLean, WL. Group 4: Tied for first, Kai Flett, 108 and Marshall Tessaro, 108; and Nigel Swann, 100, second. Group 5: Noah Dykstra, OMWC; Dylan Newhook, 100; and Ryan Grant, 108. Group 6: Owen Ross, 100; Jorden Sass, 100; and Brayden Hendry, 108. Group 7: Tyson Fitzgerald, 100; Calvin McEachern, 100; and Adyn Nelson, 100. Group 8: Hayden Prodnuk, 100; Hunter Swalwell, 100; and Rees Jones, 100.

Group 9: Ryan Sullivan, 100; Adam Sullivan, 100; and Nathan Preston, WL. Group 10: Tied for first, Tristan Warner, 100; Kody Worden, 100; and Jason Urff, 100. Group 11: Brayden Glen, 108; Spencer Haggstrom, 100; and Korbin Stewart, 100. Group 12: Colton Lang, 108; Lane Paddison, 108; and Braydon Hall, WL. Group 13: Jeremy Quesnel, 100; Cameron Mitchell, 100; and Dallas Koch, 100. Group 14: David Beck, 100; Cameron Ardiel, 108; and Micah Bell, 100. Group 15: Levi McQueen, 100; Ethan Fitzpatrick, 100; and James Henderson, 100.

Juvenile curlers take a shot at provincials An opportunity to compete at the 2013 Tim Hortons BC Juvenile Curling Championships in Prince George on March 7-10 didn’t produce any medals for a South Cariboo team, but the experience was worth its weight in gold. The battle for the provincial title featured the top 8 juvenile boys’ teams in British Columbia and the Habkirk Rink from Coquitlam Curling Club earned the title. The Nielsen Rink from 100 Mile Curling Club, with skip Mathew Nielsen, third Ethan Sikiric, second Christian Taylor and alternating leads Michael Nielsen and Chance Bourassa lost all three of its games, to finish near the bottom, but got on the scoreboard in each game. This was the first year in the skip position for Mathew, and the team’s members were among the youngest competitors at the tournament. Coach Maxine Todhunter notes inexperience was the team’s greatest obstacle and she anticipates a good future for the boys. “They were at the bottom of

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100 Mile Curling Club’s Juvenile Boys team, with Mathew Nielsen, left, Ethan Sikiric, Christian Taylor, Michael Nielsen, Chance Bourassa and coach Maxine Todhunter, competed at the provincial championships.

their age level and the rest of the kids were at the top.” Todhunter says she was pleased to just see them gain points. “They were nervous and that had a lot to do with missed shots. They didn’t give up. “They really hang in there and do their best. They’re not quitters.

“We definitely found things we have to work on. We’re still working on our sweeping and communication.” The team now has its focus set on qualifying for the 2015 Canada Winter Games, says Todhunter. “They want to work hard to at least get into the bonspiel for the Winter Games. A year

makes a big difference.” She adds going to provincials was expensive and it would have been difficult without donations from other club members. “We have to thank the curlers and all of the others who donated to help the kids go. They really came together and supported the team.”

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Brittany Boyd skates well at Super Series Figure skating is a constant leaving curve and Boyd says she is excited about recently landing a double toe loop. It’s an accomplishment that will help her attain her goal of moving up a division, to Pre-Juvenile, by next season. “I’m really excited about that because it gives me more of a challenge at competitions.” The Super Series consists of six competitions, which provide specific development opportunities and experiences for participants.

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A strong performance at the 2013 Super Series STARSkate Final figure skating competition has 13-year-old Brittany Boyd of Bridge Lake confident about her progress this past season. Boyd finished 23rd out of 34 skaters in the STAR 4 Girls 13 & Over division at the provincial final in Kelowna’s Capital News Centre ice arena, March 8-10. An otherwise strong performance was only slightly marred by a fall on the second Axel of her program which was skated to a piece from the movie, Pirates of the Caribbean. “I just wasn’t ready for it. I skated a really clean program otherwise and I was happy

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Brittany Boyd skated her Super Series program to a piece of music from the movie, Pirates of the Caribbean.

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Register for Fun Spiel The Lac la Hache Curling Club is all fired up about hosting its annual Fun Spiel at the 100 Mile Curling Club on March 23. Each team will get three draws of four-end curling, with cash prizes awarded to third place. The cost to enter is $25 per person and people can enter an entire team, or enter individually and be placed on a team, says co-ordinator, Barb McInnes. Registration deadline

is March 18. She notes registration is open to the general public, but participants must have previous curling experience. “It’s a good time. We’re not highly competitive, although we all like to do well and want to be winners. It’s just a fun day.” A banquet dinner is included in the registration cost, and to enter, contact McInnes at 250-396-4006.

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The competitions are live-streamed around the world, provide a special feedback service, and a scholarship program where skaters can earn funding based on executing certain difficult skills during the competition. The next Super Series event Boyd has her sights set on is the Victoria Day competition in Surrey, May 17-19. Her home club is the Kamloops Figure Skating Club, but Boyd also skates at the 100 Mile Figure Skating Club.

Archery club hosting 3D shoot The Bighorn Archery Club is hosting its annual A&W 3D Shoot at Stan Halcro Arena on March 16-17. The shoot features 15 three-dimensional animal targets in an artificial woodland setting. Club member denise swift says it will have a new look from the club’s previous events. “We have a giant new mural as a backdrop, and it will look pretty nice.” The shoot runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day and the public can get involved as spectators or participants. Anyone can shoot a round of 15 targets for $5, but must supply his or her own equipment. swift notes an earlier introductory shoot attracted several new club members, and for many, this will be their first competitive shoot. For more information, contact swift at 250397-2632.

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Former 100 Mile & District Minor Hockey Association head coach and Midget Rep manager Bill Forman has been keeping tabs on some of the boys who have come up through the local minor hockey ranks and are now playing junior hockey. Brett Harris The 108 Mile Ranch resident enjoyed a great year as a rookie forward for the Junior B Summerland Steam of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL).

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Brett had an excellent rookie season for his team and will be highly sought after… – Bill Forman

Harris played 49 games during the regular season and notched 14 goals and 29 assists for 43 points, which was good enough for second place in team scoring. He also got whistled for 59 penalty minutes. During six playoff games, he popped in a goal and three assists. “Brett had an excellent rookie season for his team and will

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Former 100 Mile House Midget Rep D-man, Reece Forman, closest to the net, has been called up to the Prince George Spruce King Junior A squad. He played three regular-season games and will be there for the playoffs. The first round against the Chilliwack Chiefs sees games 1 and 2 in Chilliwack this weekend, and games 3 and 4 are back in Prince George on March 18-19.

be highly sought after for either the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) or the Western Hockey League (WHL) next season, says Forman. “Brett is affiliated to the Penticton Vees of the BCHL and is currently practising and, hopefully, he will get into some games this season or playoffs.” Travis Wilkie Another 108 Mile Ranch resident, Wilkie patrolled the blue line for the Summerland Steam and played four games during the regular season as an Affiliate Player. While he was held off the score sheet, Forman says Wilkie hopes to crack a full-time KIJHL lineup next season and currently plays for the

West Kelowna Midget Tier 2 Rep team. Derek Schneider The Gateway resident, Schneider enjoyed his rookie season on defence for the Bellingham Blazers Tier 3 Junior A of the Northern Pacific Hockey League (NPHL). Schneider finished fourth in team scoring with 13 goals and 20 assists for 33 points in 37 regular-season games. He also served 22 penalty minutes. His team made it into the playoffs and he is getting a regular shift, which says a lot about his level of development, says Forman. “He could be a solid KIJHL player next season.”

Micky Turner Another 108 Mile Ranch resident, Turner plays forward for the Bellingham Blazers. Forman says Turner had an excellent rookie season for his team and is receiving interest from United States schools for a possible scholarship. During 19 regular-season games, he recorded eight assists and had four penalty minutes. Reece Forman The 108 Mile Ranch resident is in his second year as a defenceman for the Chase Heat of the KIJHL. He notched one goal and 18 helpers during 49 regular-season games and finished fourth in team scoring.

Atom Milers split wins at Clearwater exhibition series Arlene Jongbloets Free Press

Primal Electric Atom Development Milers were in Clearwater, March 2-3, for a four-game exhibition series against the hosting Clearwater Atom 2 Hawks. Originally, the Clearwater Club had plans to host a full tournament that weekend, but due to insufficient registration numbers, it was cancelled, and the Milers capitalized on the

opportunity for some practice games. The Milers had a good start, winning 7-6 in the first game, after a scoreless first period. They scored six goals in the second frame and then notched the winner in the third. Ethan Sanders led the scoring race with four markers. Game 2 also went in favour of the Primal Electric players who took the lead in the first period, but score was knotted at 2-2 at the end of the second.

A pair of third period goals by Nate Wolstenholme gave the Milers a 4-3 victory. Game 3 came down to the wire, with teams tied 9-9 midway through the third frame. The Hawks snuck one more between the pipes to take the lead and the win. Sanders contributed a hat trick and an assist to the Milers tally. The final game ended in a 7-2 loss for the Milers.

He also got whistled for 72 penalty minutes. Forman won the team award for Top Defenceman and led all defencemen in scoring. He’s also the Alternate Captain for the squad. Affiliated to BCHL Junior A Prince George Spruce Kings, Forman has been called up for the remainder of season and playoffs. He has appeared in three games with no points. The playoffs start this weekend for the BCHL and the Spruce Kings will start games 1 and 2 in Chilliwack on March 15-16. Then games 3 and 4 go in Prince George, March 18-19.

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Tickets are on sale now for the 2013 BC SPCA Lottery … for the animals, which funds urgentlyneeded medical care, sheltering, spay and neuter services, advocacy, adoption and foster care programs and other services provided for homeless and abused animals in

BC SPCA shelters across the province. “The 2013 BC SPCA lottery is our largest ever, with prizes totalling more than $100,000,” says Farrah Rooney, the BC SPCA’s manager of fundraising events. “Not only will you be helping to

save the lives of British Columbia’s most vulnerable animals, but you’ll have a chance to win a jackpot yourself. It is a win-win situation for animal lovers.” Tickets are $25 each, three for $55 and five for $80. There are daily prizes throughout May for

$2,500 cash prizes, with a larger prize of $5,000 awarded each Friday and a special Mother’s Day prize on May 12 worth $10,000. There’s also an early bird draw on April 1. The deadline to get your ticket is midnight on March 17.

Each winning ticket is re-entered for the daily prizes. To order tickets, call 604-205-5998 (toll free at 1-855-205-5998) or request your tickets online at spca.bc.ca/lottery. Ticket purchasers must be 19 years of age or older and tickets can only be sold in B.C.

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Born Dec. 18, 1958 Died March 13, 2008 Beloved son of Don (Stoney) & Helen Stone, 108 Mile Ranch, sister Heather (Don) Williams, brothers Don (Elke), Shawn (Gros). Loving wife Helen & stepson Marcus. Daughters Tanya & Tereasa & his ex wife Angela USA. Nieces & nephews, cousins, aunts & uncles. Inlaws Bromley family of 100 Mile district & Perrault family White Rock. He tried so very hard at everything and succeeded. Farewell son until we meet again. Dad & Mom. Rest in peace.

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Thompson Creek Metals, a growing diversified metals company, is building the Mount Milligan copper gold mine in north central BC. This new mine is scheduled to come into production in the second half of 2013 and the project team has recently surpassed 3.8 million hours without a lost time incident. If you are interested in joining a safety-first culture, we are currently looking for talented people to join our team in the following areas: Finance and Administration Manager - responsible for the accounting functions for the operation and have a month end reporting responsibility to the Denver head office. Must have their accounting designation and should have 5-10 years accounting experience at a high level and preferably mining or related heavy industry experience The position is an onsite position, 5X2 schedule 8 hours per day. (2) Senior Accountants - responsible for accounts payable, monthly reporting systems, preparation of monthly financial statements and coordination and preparation of year end audit files. Must have a minimum of (3) years and have or working towards their professional designations. Mill Maintenance General Foreman – In this position you will supervise a multishift operations department and partner with the metallurgy and operations departments to safely achieve ore throughput and metal extraction goals. Mill Operations Supervisor - responsible for the supervision of Mill Operations Technicians in a positive and productive manner. Health and Safety Superintendent - to proactively manage the operational requirements in the development, implementation and review of strategy, policy, procedures, standards and practices to achieve best practices for a secure, safe and healthy work environment. HR Generalist - reporting to the HR manager, you will be primarily responsible for providing expertise across employee relations, and remuneration and benefits, as well as supporting efforts to earn Mount Milligan a reputation as an employer of choice. Detailed job descriptions and qualifications can be found at www.mtmilligan.com All positions offer a competitive salary plus benefits package in line with qualifications and experience. To be considered for our team, please send a cover letter and your resume to: MtMilligan-Resumes@tcrk.com We thank all interested candidates; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are a leading Canadian forest products company with half a century reputation of exceptional product quality, customer service and innovation. We are operated by people who take pride in their work and are rewarded for their ability and entrepreneurship. The company today supplies markets worldwide with technologically advanced, engineered forest products that are used in residential construction and industrial applications. Our manufacturing operations are located in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. We are currently seeking an individual for the following vacancy in our Woodlands Division located in 100 Mile House, BC:

PART-TIME (CONTRACT) ACCOUNTANT/ ANALYST 100 Mile House, BC As the part-time (contract) Accountant/Analyst you will be reporting directly to the Divisional Controller and indirectly reporting to the Woodlands Manager. The Accountant/ Analyst combines analytical / problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail in order to promote excellence as established in the Company vision, mission and values. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Preparing timely and accurate monthly cost statements for the Woodlands operations, within 2 business days from month end, ensuring proper accounting policies are followed and Woodlands cost statements are free of material errors or misstatements • Reconciling Woodlands balance sheet accounts to general ledger, including maintaining silviculture and stumpage accruals by timbermark and/or license • Preparing related month-end journal entries • Calculating weekly and monthly log recovery factor and preparing weekly and monthly inventory and consumption summary. Includes overseeing the physical inventory count of logs where required and completing a weekly and monthly reconciliation • Preparing weekly cost statements, calculating the delivered log cost and forecasting the delivered log cost for the following weeks • Preparing weekly, monthly, and quarterly analysis reports as required • Analyzing fibre acquisition opportunities • Tracking log sales, delivered volumes and revenue, and preparing AR invoices and tracking payments • Entering IVARA requisitions as required • Maintaining a database for safe keeping agreements • Conducting day-to-day accounting for Woodlands as required and providing backup and assistance for Woodlands Accounting Clerk and Divisional Controller.

As the ideal candidate you have two years of related accounting experience, preferably in the forestry industry. An accounting designation is preferred but is not required. You will need strong analytical skills, and computer skills, particularly in Excel. You will also need to have strong written and oral skills. This position may require some weekend work so flexibility with your work schedule is an asset. Please submit your letter of application and resume, in confidence by Friday, March 22, 2013 to: Attention: Human Resources – Vancouver Ainsworth Engineered Canada LP P.O. Box 49307, 3194 – 1055 Dunsmuir Street Vancouver, BC V7X 1L3 Fax: (604) 661-3201 or by email: jobs@ainsworth.ca

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The Canadian Cancer Society appreciates your generous support. Please send the name of the deceased, name/address of next of kin and name/ address of donor for tax receipt (VISA/MC accepted) to: Canadian Cancer Society, #300 - 500 Victoria St. Prince George, B.C. V2L 2J9 or Ph: 1-800-811-5666. Memorial donations to the 100 Mile House General District Hospital Auxiliary can be sent to: Box 851, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0. Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association can be sent to: 5363 Dawson Rd. 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E1. Memorial donations to the 100 Mile District Hospice Palliative Care Society can be sent to: Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0 Memorial donations to the 100 Mile House SPCA can be sent to: Box 1948, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0. Memorial donations to Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children can be sent to: 3550 Waybourne Way, Burnaby, B.C. V5G 3K9. Memorial donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon can be sent to: #203 - 635 Victoria Street, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2B3. The South Cariboo Health Foundation welcomes memorial gifts in support of our local Acute and Residential Health Care facilities, as well as, Community Health projects and activities. Mail donations to: S.C. Health Foundation, Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0 or drop them off at the hospital. Donations can be made to the Gideons by phoning 1-888-482-4253, using your credit card. The Gideons will send a card to the bereaved, so have their address handy. For funeral display or other information, contact Pete Penner at 791-6302 Donations may be sent to 100 Mile House Mural Society, 6221 Aalton Road, 100 Mile House B.C. V0K 2E3

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Pioneer Log Homes is looking to fill the following full time positions: • Level 3 First Aid Attendants • Experienced Log Home Builders • Labourers Applicants must be willing and able to perform physical work. Prefer applicants with carpentry and chainsaw experience; however willing to train the right applicants. Please submit resumes to 351 Hodgson Road, Williams Lake, B.C. V2G 3P7 or email hr@pioneerloghomesofbc.com CANADA’S LOG PEOPLE of 100 Mile House BC is looking for log home builders. Email resume to: office@canadaslogpeople.com Call 250-791-8222 or fax 250791-5598. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Timber frame home manufacturer in the Cariboo looking for draftsman that can draft in 2D and 3D and perform bill of materials estimating . Wages negotiable. Starting date immediately, full time. Email or fax your resume info@haventimberhomes.com or fax 250-396-4609 GUARANTEED JOB Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message. For Information 1-800-972-0209. IF YOU would like to volunteer for the residents of Mill Site Lodge/Fischer Place Care Homes, then please join our auxiliary. We meet the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. in the Mill Site Lodge boardroom. For info call Shelly at 250-791-9277.

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN Full-time position. Requires FSR, TQ & Class B tickets. Refrigeration an asset. Competitive wage. Fax or email resumes to: 250-396-4110 troy@countryprime.com

TYPESETTING & DESIGN person required. Must be reliable, have good customer service skills, full or part time. Wage depending on qualifications. Call 250-395-2799.

VILLAGE MEDICAL CLINIC is looking for a team-oriented individual who enjoys working with people. There is a position available for a medical office assistant to be involved with patient intake. This position is best suited for an energetic person able to handle a fast paced environment. This job averages 30-35 hours per week. Please email your resume to: jennifer.flokstra@shawbiz.ca (Clinic Manager) or fax your resume to 250395-3055 or drop off your resume in person to 190 Horse Lake Rd. 100 Mile House.

Professional/ Management COMMUNICATIONS Supervisor - this position is responsible for the overall management and coordination of the internal and external communications program. The Communications Supervisor provides expert advice and direction to the management team and elected officials on communication policies and strategies. See our website for full job description www.quesnel.ca City of Quesnel.

Trades, Technical ARE YOU A JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC? Great opportunity in Kitimat BC. If you love the outdoor life style, OK Tire is looking for you. Excellent opportunity good remuneration & benefits for the successful applicant with the option to eventually. Own your own business. Fax resume to 1-250-635-5367 Attn. General Manager or email :momack@citywest.ca EXPERIENCED CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WANTED JDS Energy and Mining Ltd. is undertaking a number of different mining construction projects in BC and the Canadian north later this year. We are currently recruiting labor and trades people who are interested in working on these projects. People with experience in Industrial Construction in the fields of Laborer, Carpentry, Millwright or Welding & Pipefitting are invited to submit their resumes by mail, fax or email to our office at: Suite 200, 532 Leon Ave Kelowna B.C. V1Y 6J6, Attn: Human Resources Fax # 250 763-6302. Email resumes to hr@jdsmining.ca

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The Loon in Williams Lake is re-opening under 100% local new ownership! They are now seeking up to 25 new team members to work both full time and part time in a dynamic new ad]enture that reÅects and ser]es the di]ersity of the Cariboo Chilcotin. On behalf of the new Loon, ESP Consulting (a local /9 and recruitment Ärm will be responsible for the Human Resource management, including recruitment/orientation and training. We are looking for both experienced and newcomers to the food industry. We are seeking energetic, passionate, positive thinkers who enjoy working in the food/service industry and appreciate the history and value the lifestyle of the Cariboo Chilcotin. The following opportunities for positions include Chef, Kitchen Manager, Line Cook, Sous Chef, )reakfast Cook, Prep StaɈ, Servers, and Bartenders. If you want to become part of this ‘heart of the Cariboo’ venture and believe you could contribute to our team, we look forward to receiving your cover letter/resume with references, stating the speciÄc position you are interested in. Please email resume and cover letter to the attention of Penny Robart at pennyrobart@ espconsulting.org by March 13th at 4:00 pm. Interviews will be conducted the following week. Only those applicants who have been shortlisted will be notiÄed.

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NEAT & CLEAN 3 bedroom rancher in 100 Mile, bathroom, floors, paint, crown moldings, roof and more in new condition. Thermal pane windows, concrete foundation. Great location, overlooks town and the mountains beyond. Large kitchen, livingroom and master bedroom. Attached workshop for your projects or extra storage. Large backyard. $189,000. 250-644-0707.

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Misc. for Sale 4 PERSON hot tub. Great condition. Everything included. $1250. Call 250-706-8561. FULL COFFEE SHOP equipment. $10,000. Chairs, tables, espresso machine etc. 250-397-2500 or paninosbakery@msn.com SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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Homes for Rent CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION South Cariboo Branch

CMHA-SCB is now taking applications for our affordable family housing development, located on Cariboo Trail and Jens Street, 100 Mile House B.C. Application forms can be picked up at the Community Resource Centre (between the Hospital and the Junior High School), or at the

Women’s Centre (102 Bridge Creek Centre, Birch Avenue). The 25 unit project has 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom units. Applicants must provide income and asset information and verification upon application. This project is sponsored by the Canadian Mental Health Association - South Cariboo Branch and British Columbia Housing and Management Commission.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent BC HOUSING is now accepting applications for housing from persons 55 years and older as well as disabled persons 19 years of age and older. Eligible tenants pay 30% of gross monthly income for rent. For applications contact: 250395-4743 or 1-800-834-7149.

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2 BDRM Duplex, large carport, minutes to 100 Mile. NP. $650/mon includes snow removal. 250-396-4070. 2 BDRM mobile on Scott Rd. 4 Appl. Oil heat. $525/mon plus deposit. 250-397-2083. 3 BDRM duplex in 100 Mile on quiet street, backs on to Crown Land. $750/mon. plus DD & Ref. 250-397-2182.

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Legal Notices Notice to Creditors and Others Re: Estate of Jens Peter Kristensen, aka Jens Peder Kristensen, aka Peter Kristensen, aka Jens Kristensen, Deceased, formerly of 7335 Canim Lake Road, Canim Lake, British Columbia Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Jens Peter Kristensen, also known as Jens Peder Kristensen, also known as Peter Kristensen, also known as Jens Kristensen, are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, c/o Centennial Law Corp, at PO Box 2169, 100 Mile House, BC, V0K 2E0 on or before April 4th, 2013 after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

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By virtue of a Warehousemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lien, we will dispose of the following articles to recover the indebtedness for storage plus any additional costs of storage, seizure and sale. Household goods, received November 5, 2011. Household goods will be sold in 30 days of this notice, unless charges are paid within the time mentioned. Submitted by: Big Country Storage Terminals Ltd., Lessor, located at 201 7th Street, 100 Mile House B.C. and Calvin Dyrland, Lessee, 3938 Richet St., Prince George, BC V2K 2J1

WAREHOUSEMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN By virtue of a Warehousemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lien, we will dispose of the following articles to recover the indebtedness for storage plus any additional costs of storage, seizure and sale. Household goods, received December 30, 2009. Household goods will be sold in 30 days of this notice, unless charges are paid within the time mentioned. Submitted by: Big Country Storage Terminals Ltd., Lessor, located at 201 7th Street, 100 Mile House B.C. and Michael Manchester, Lessee, Box 10079, 108 Mile Ranch, BC V0K 2Z0

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Take notice that Kenneth Hoschka has made application to the Province of British Columbia for a Crown Grant for Residential/Recreational purposes covering Block C, District Lot 8268 situated on Provincial Crown land located in the Lillooet District. The file no. assigned to the application is 0236987. Written comments about this application are to be directed to Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations 120-640 Borland St. Williams Lake, B.C. V2G 4T1 Email: AuthorizingAgency.WilliamsLake@gov.bc.ca

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Additional information about the application and a MAP showing the location and the extent of the application area can be obtained at the foloowing website: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp

Additional information about the application and a MAP showing the location and extent of the application area can be obtained at the following website: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca./ApplicationPosting/ index.jsp

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The file no. assigned to the application is 5407658. Written comments about this application are to be directed to Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, 120-640 Borland St., Williams Lake, B.C. V2G 4T1. Email: AuthorizingAgency.WilliamsLake@gov.bc.ca

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Written comments are requested by April 16, 2013. Comments can be sent to: Interfor, 9200 Holding Road, Chase, BC Fax: 250-679-3234

Take notice that Cariboo Regional District has made application to the Province of British Columbia for a Lease covering Part of Block B District Lots 1889, 1890, situated on Provincial Crown land located in the Lillooet District.

The file no. assigned to the application is 0271811. Written comments about this application are to be directed to Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations 120 - 640 Borland St, Williams Lake, B.C. V2G 4T1 Email AuthorizingAgency.WilliamsLake@gov.bc.ca

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Interfor 100 Mile House invites the public and interested stakeholders to view and provide written comment on the proposed Forest Stewardship Plan Extension Amendment, prepared for the Interfor License area within the 100 Mile House TSA. A Five Year extension (for 2013 to 2018) is being requested for the current approved FSP covering Non-Replaceable Forest Licenses A81492 and A81493. The Forest Stewardship Plan Forest Development Unit covers the eastern portion of the 100 Mile House Forest District. The proposed Extension request will be available for review and comment during office hours until April 16, 2013. To arrange to view or discuss the extension request please contact Marino Bordin at 250-679-6836 or email to marino.bordin@interfor.com.

LAND ACT: NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CROWN LAND

Take notice that Terence and Tammy Steneker have made application to the Province of British Columbia for a Crown Grant for Residential/Recreational purposes covering Block B, District Lot 8596 situated on Provincial Crown land located in the Lillooet District.

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Recently, volunteer seniors advocate Sondra Giske met with members of the Lac la Hache Old Age Pensioners Organization at the Pioneer Centre in Lac la Hache. Giske spoke about many topics that are important to many seniors. She also talked about the many services available to them. She has been a volunteer advocate for seniors for about 10 years and currently works out of a small office in the Seniors Activity Centre in Williams Lake. Giske says she keeps confidential records and follows a code of ethics when assisting seniors with their needs. She helps seniors find what services are available and they are treated with dignity and respect. Giske will help with government forms,

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Obituaries Monika Paterson photo

Tony Van Denzel, left, Brian Germyn, Russ Mickey and Henry Hall squared off in a recent pool tourney at the Pioneer Centre in Lac la Hache. Van Denzel and Germyn won the tournament.

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seniors’ abuse, transportation issues, as well as landlord and legal issues. To learn more about what is available for seniors, contact Giske at 250-392-7946.

Better at Home project, which will, hopefully, expand to Lac la Hache later this year. For more information, contact Phil Rivet at 250-396-7231.

Seniors’ assistance Better at Home is a program for seniors who need help, so they can stay in their homes longer. The Seniors Activity Centre in Williams Lake is now running the

Fun and games The well-attended crib and pool tournaments held recently saw first place in pool won by Tony Van Denzel and Brian Germyn, and second place went to Horst Ellerman and

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Hank Bueckert. The winner of the crib tournament was Lila Mickey, with Mary Cowley in second and Ann Van Denzel took third.

get along and support each other, says Lac la Hache school principal Steve Carpenter. The LLHES P a r e n t s Adv i s or y Council sponsored a great School news show by Lac la Hache 15-year-old Sondra Elementary Jesaja Class GiSke S c h o o l from the (LLHES) stuNemiah Valley dents donned their who performed a magic pink shirts for Pink show in front of a full Shirt Day before they house in the gymnaheaded out to Buffalo sium. Creek Elementary He wowed the audiSchool to join Eliza ence with his illusions, Archie Memorial sleight of hand and creSchool and Forest ative juggling. Funds Grove Elementary raised during this School students during magical evening will the anti-bullying cam- go towards the school’s paign, which showed year-end field trip to them how people can Drumheller, Alberta.

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Madison Ardiel of the 100 Mile House Juvenile girls team showed good technique as she prepared to let go of her rock during the 54th Annual Ladies Bonspiel on March 3. As members of the Lindner Rink, the girls took second place in the C event.

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With love and pride, we announce the passing of Anthony. Pride because, as a self-taught artist, Anthony reached out to the world with his wonderful oil paintings, expressing his love and gratitude of and to this planet, speaking the language of his art; saying to all that would but listen: “find peace here.” Through his art he has touched many lives. He left this world quietly, still knowing, even in times of pain and sorrow, beauty surrounds us. Anthony is survived by his children Jessica, Lyndon and Rodney; and, his friend and companion in life, Lee Christensen. The loss of Anthony will also be felt by many others, including friends and neighbours; some he knew for many years, some a few months and some only for a brief moment in time, when he may have offered help, a kind word or, simply his winning smile. Anthony was born in Amsterdam, Holland. He emigrated, with his family, to Canada in 1952, becoming a very proud Canadian. Upon arriving in Canada, his family settled in the Toronto area, in the Italian section, then later to the country where they became dairy farmers. Anthony enjoyed his studies; his passion was always art, which he began at age five. His wish was to attend art college, but times as they were, and being part of a hard-working family, upon graduation Anthony worked at Eaton’s, where he learned the flooring installation trade. Then, being an adventurous young man, with a keen interest in the world, he travelled for a year, creating and selling his paintings as he went, enabling him to see much of Europe. Later, Anthony moved to Australia where he resided for ten years. Missing Canada, he returned to live in Vancouver, B.C., until a one-time visit to the Cariboo convinced him the Cariboo suited him better. The following year he moved to the 108 Mile, Lac la Hache area, where he married and his children Lyndon and Jessica were born. While living in Lac la Hache he became well-known for his art, much of which can be seen in homes and businesses in the area (as well as worldwide). Lionel’s fruit stand in Lac La Hache bears Anthony’s beautiful painted sunflowers. Having an interest in history, he took a course in building preservation and restoration, participating in the restoration of historic buildings in both 108 Mile and Barkerville. He also enjoyed writing short stories and poetry. He continued to reside in the Cariboo until 2009, 25 years. Anthony recently moved to Salmon Arm, B.C. where he once again became connected to the local “art scene”. He was happy in his new home town, enjoying the community and his new friends. He would have been pleased if you googled his name to see his art. Messages may be sent to northwinds@live.ca There will be no service at this time. Anthony, we wish you peace in your new world. Bowers Funeral Service Ltd , Salmon Arm, B.C. entrusted with the arrangements. 250 832-2223

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In a Feb. 22 ceremony, 100 Mile RCMP members Sgt. Don McLean, back left, Const. Kevin Smith, received Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals from RCMP C/Supt. Rod Booth, as did Const. Jeffery Ferguson and Const. Russell Mante, as witnessed by Staff Sgt. Maj. Doug Pack. Former public service employee Wendy Perepelkin, front left, Retired Const. Gordon Horton and former employee Norma Capnerhurst received letters of appreciation.

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he District of 100 Mile House council chambers was awash with red serge tunics so symbolic to Canadian Mounties when RCMP North District Commanding Officer C/Supt. Rod Booth visited 100 Mile on Feb. 22. Booth was here along with Staff Sgt. Maj. Doug Pack, as the master of ceremonies, to bestow awards on several local detachment members and former employees. Four RCMP members of the 100 Mile House Detachment were recipients of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, and three civilians were awarded the Commanding Officer’s Letter and Certificate of Appreciation. Booth and Pack awarded each recipient individually with a formal presentation and a brief speech. Diamond Jubilee Medals were awarded to local RCMP members Sgt. Don McLean, Const. Kevin Smith, Const. Jeffery Ferguson and Const. Russell Mante. The local RCMP officers were nominated for the medals by Premier Christy Clark for their

service to 100 Mile House and in recognition of the deeds they had done. “I think it’s a great honour to know that the premier of the province of British Columbia nominated your names and put them forward to be recipients of the Diamond Jubilee Medal,” Booth said, adding he thinks that “bodes very, very well” as most nominees don’t know who their nominators are. “In this case, I think it’s most appropriate to go public on that. You need to know that at the highest level you were recognized to be the recipient of the great, great decoration on behalf of Her Majesty [Queen Elizabeth II].” Retired Const. Gordon Horton and public service employees Norma Capnerhurst and Wendy Perepelkin were presented with the Commanding Officer’s Letter and Certificate of Appreciation to acknowledge their outstanding service during the August/ September 1995 police operation at RCMP North District Commanding officer C/Supt. Rod Booth, left, presented Sgt. Don Gustafsen Lake. Continued on B2

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Local RCMP Const.Kevin Smith, right, was presented a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal by C/Supt. Rod Booth Feb. 22.

RCMP C/Supt. Rod Booth, left, presented Const. Jeffery Ferguson with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.

Const. Russell Mante, right, received a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal from North District Commanding officer C/Supt. Rod Booth.

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“The events surrounding the police investigation, which became known as the Gustafsen Lake Standoff, necessitated the mustering of hundreds of personnel to the community and affected the operations and lives of the RCMP officers and staff of 100 Mile House Detachment,” said Booth. “The common goal of the members of the detachment and those deployed in the field and the area of operations was to bring the standoff to a peaceful resolution. This was ultimately achieved due to the outstanding service provided by our members and the recipients standing here today.”

He added it was unfortunate those actions were not recognized at the time. “Although many years

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duty, and also to your community, while serving at 100 Mile House detachment during this time.”

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Organizer looking forward to the event’s 10th anniversary Ken Alexander Free Press

The 10th Annual 108 Cabin Fever Bluegrass Workshops at The Hills Health Ranch is scheduled for March 20-24, and it promises to be another successful event. Event co-ordinator Rossetta Paxton says all of the instructors putting on seminars during the 10th anniversary have led seminars at least at one other Cabin Fever workshop. Paxton notes the idea for holding a bluegrass workshop in the South Cariboo hatched when she attended a workshop and a fellow attendee Brian Carnell from Alberta said if I ever started a bluegrass workshop he would attend. She mentioned her intentions of hosting a workshop to local resident Bob Dalrymple who suggested The Hills would be perfect because it had a large enough area

to hold seminars and performances, accommodations and meals. Paxton talked to The Hills owner Pat Corbett and the dream of the 108 Cabin Fever Bluegrass Workshops became a reality. Depending on the economy, the event has attracted between 39 (first year) and 89 students over the years. “It’s a holiday for a lot of the people who attend, and many of them return year after year. To them, it’s a sign that spring has sprung.” As far as the seminars go, the only thing they have changed over the years is the addition of the clawhammer banjo seminar, and one year they had an old-time fiddle session. There are a number of special events during the four-day event. There is a band scramble on Thursday night, during which Paxton puts all of names of the

students and their instruments in a hat and randomly puts bands together. They have to pick a band leader and choose two pieces – one instrumental and one with vocals – to play together. They get 15 minutes to practice and then the order of the performances is done by picking a number. One of the most popular sessions is Seminar Leaders Concert on Friday night (March 22). The general public is invited to attend, and ticket are $20 by calling The Hills at 250-791-5225. Paxton urges folks get them early. There is also a Sidewalk Sale scheduled for noon on Friday. The sale features products from the students and the seminar leaders. Paxton adds there will be hats, instruments and many other musical products. This event is also open to the public and it runs from noon to 1 p.m.

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Rossetta Paxton says she is looking forward to the 10th Annual 108 Cabin Fever Bluegrass Workshops at The Hills Health Ranch on March 20-24.

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Apropos my last Deka column when I referred to Laurie Hill having become the new “quilting chief ” at Deka, it seems I was mistaken. I must have misheard something, as the quilters tell me there is no real chief, just a lot of worker bees. My apologies to all concerned. Thanks Shelly Shelly Durand at The Country Pedlar gift/antiques/animal feed store, like Donex and Didi’s in 100 Mile House, deserves a vote of thanks from all of us, as she always carries tickets for whatever is going on, including 100 Mile events. Nominees congratulated Congratulations from Interlakes residents go to Ruth Peterson (Mural Society,) Dave Dickie (previously of Donex,) and Sean Watson (Safeway) for being amongst those nominated for Citizen of the Year. Each is indeed a worthy recipient, regardless of who wins. Congratulations also to Dave’s brother, Gord Dickie, on his recent marriage and upcoming move to the Coast. The Dickie brothers have sold the Donex store, after being 100 Mile’s mainstay forever, and will be sincerely missed by everyone. Good wishes go with them into their future.

Great students Congratulations to Interlakes students who continue to make the most of their education by earning honours at school: Tristiana Allwood, Emilie Barnbrook, Rhyce Barnbrook, Hailey Blattler, Cameron Caldwell, Jesse Chamberlain, Carolyn Cook, Brent Ehlers, Piper Loft, Amber Parker, Aislinn Rivard, Kimberly Rottluff, Mikayla Rottluff, Carissa Ruscheinsky, Jason Ruscheinsky, Jason Vogel, Samuel Vogel, Nicole Weston and Alicia Williamson. Spring Break events During Spring Break, Bridge Lake Community School (BLCS) is offering a hands-on cooking class for children in Grade 5 and up. It goes from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., March 18-20, and youth will make meals and desserts. The cost is $75 for the three-day session. Call

to register. There is a Spring Planting session March 17 at 2 p.m. Bring dome trays or plastic milk jugs. The cost is $5, plus a Toonie for the soil. Call to register. Enjoy another wineand-cheese evening with at least 12 varieties of locally-available Gouda cheeses. Call to register and for directions. The cost is $10. To register for a class or for information, call co-ordinator Gail Larson at 250-593-4351. BLCS has a new fundraiser. It would be appreciated if you take your recycling to Gold Trail Recycling and request your refund go to BLCS.

to Emma West, while Karen and Bruce Simundson celebrate 35 years of wedded bliss on March 18. Get well wishes Get well soon wishes go to Phyllis Greenlees and Dalton West. Calendar Call the writer for contact numbers. • BLCS meets at 7 p.m. tonight (March 13). • “13 to 93” meets at Interlakes Hall on March 15 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Come for discussions and friends, or just come at 5 p.m. for

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• Until March 16 – Parkside Art Gallery features, Visual Thoughts, a show of student art from Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School. • March 13 – Amnesty Concert at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School, featuring a wide variety of student musicians and entertainers. Shows at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the school gymnasium. • March 15 – Solid Rock Cafe in the Rock Youth Centre at 108 Mile Ranch has live music, with country gospel, bluegrass and more at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. The Rock is located on the church grounds of Cariboo Christian Life Fellowship. • March 16 – Horse Lake Community Farm Co-op Seedy Saturday at Creekside Seniors Activity Centre from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Seed sales, information and displays, local food lunch, activities and co-op coffee. Suggested $2 donation at the door. • March 20-24 – The 10th Annual 108 Cabin Fever Bluegrass Workshops at The Hills Health Ranch. Workshop musicians concert March 22 at 7:30 p.m., with doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets, $20 by calling The Hills at 250-791-5225. • March 23 – Bankers Variety Show, 6 p.m. at 100 Mile Community Hall. Tickets, $20 at all 100 Mile House financial institutions. See local bankers entertain with hilarious skits and lip-sync performances of some of the music industry’s best-known artists. Cold buffet meal and dance at 9 p.m. • Until April 2 – Showcase Gallery features an exhibition of wildlife art by members of the Cariboo Artists Guild. • April 7 – Bridge Lake Photo Group has its Fifth Annual Photo Exhibition from 1 to 4 p.m. at Bridge Lake Elementary School. • April 11 – Grad Fashion Show at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School gymnasium, 7-9:30 p.m. Tickets $10 at the school or Larry McCrea Law Office. This is a major fundraiser for Dry Grad 2013. • April 15-26 – 100 Mile Festival of the Arts with speech and dramatic arts, vocal, piano, instrumental and band performances at Martin Exeter Hall. Performances run each day from 9 a.m. to approximately 4:30 p.m.

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Hopefully, the big pussy cat (cougar) will make her home somewhere else, so the residents can have peace of mind. However, we should remember the following precautions when we see one: stick together in a group; keep pets and livestock indoors during the early morning and late evening because cougars are most active then; if approached by a cougar, we should make ourselves look big, back up slowly and make lots of noise but do not use sudden movements; and pick up any children. Cowboy celebration Canabo Cattle Ranch on Little Green Lake Road kicked off the Cowboy Heritage Week on March 2. Everybody came dressed western style. The party started with a big pot of chili and topped off by apple

crisp with ice cream. The evening continued with a wholesome game of poker, while the children branded a piece of wood with local branding iron around the campfire. It was a great way to start off the cowboy heritage week. Celebrations Birthday wishes go out to Leeann Eden, and a special birthday wish to Cecil Warren from her family and best friends, Bell and Pepper. Calendar • The Watch Lake-North Green Lake Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. For more information, call Gisele at 250-395-9082. • Watch Lake /Green Lake Community Association (WLGLCA) is holding a pancake Easter breakfast on March 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Remember to register your child’s name for the Easter egg hunt. If you have any item you would like to donate for our garage

sale and the pancake breakfast, we would appreciate it. Call Tanya at 250-456-7783 or contact the writer. • The WLGLCA meets every third Monday of the month. • The Watch Lake & District Women’s Institute (WLDWI) meets every third Wednesday of the month. Bring a lunch bag and a craft you would like to catch up

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The surrounding forested watershed, supporting active logging, is in two different forest regions – Kamloops and 100 Mile House. This meeting of so many jurisdictions in this southeast corner of the Cariboo leads to many challenges and has uncovered both contradictions and omissions of certain regulations and practices within the community, particularly with regards to land use. Some provincial regulations around lakeshore development apply only to southern portions of the province and regional districts determine their own development guidelines. Forest sensitivity designations follow arbitrary

regional boundaries as opposed to the actual topography. Delegates included Bob Grace, Kamloops Ministry of Environment from Kamloops, Chris Nowotny, Williams Lake Forests, Land and Natural Resource Operations, Cariboo Regional District (CRD) Area L Director Bruce Rattray, and Friends of Bridge Lake member Chris Lance. Through discussion with all those attending, the society members decided the best method to initiate an improvement to local land planning. While there were

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ation the runway, which is one mile long and 75 feet wide; that is a lot of concrete to clear. The parking areas for the planes and vehicles, as well as the embarking and loading areas, also require clearing. It is also expected that the runway be available for use 24/7. So every time there is a snowfall, the removal equipment springs into action. Over a five-year period, the snowplow averages 100 miles per

year and the sweeper averages 300 miles per year. To plough the snow for the average snowfall the machine goes up and down the runway six times. The sweeper needs to go up and down only five times. While the runway is 75 feet wide, allowances must be made on how far back to place the snow from the runway. Allowances are estimated by the airport personnel by using anticipated

weather reports. There are approximately 100 runway lights. On each side of the runway there are 50 lights that have to be cleared by hand as it is very difficult to see them from the plow. So, it is a trip up and a trip down to check and clean (or repair) each light, making it more than two miles of walking – great way to keep fit. Continued on B8

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They use chemicals to assist in keeping the runway free of ice. They use 40-0-0 nitrogen; it’s non-corrosive, but it does not work after minus 5C. They also use noncorrosive salt called Terralink urea. The plow is an Oshkosh made for the United States military; it costs $270,000 and weighs 27,000 lbs. It is an all-wheel drive and is powered by a 350 hp turbo engine. The metal blade is 22 feet wide with rubber blades top and bottom. The sweeper is 16 feet wide, made in Sicard, Que., and has a Cat engine. The blower to remove the snow is so powerful it will blow an adult person over. The blower is designed to be towed behind a snowplow or a truck. One of the most important reasons in keeping the runway

Regional District plans to do some upgrades this year. One is to upgrade and relocate the on-site fuel facility. The new fuel pumps will be modern, digital flow meters and a selfserve system. Another plan is to resurface the plane parking tie-down area with crushed gravel to reduce issues with mud, etc. Reg Berrington photo

South Cariboo Regional Airport manager Nick Christianson always does a walk-around before using the 16-foot wide sweeper that was made in Sicard, Que. The sweeper puts on an average of 300 miles a year.

accessible is to allow the medivac to take off and land. There is an average of 100 medivac calls per year. Airport manager Nick Christianson takes his role very seriously by providing an airport in great condition. A lot of people around the 108 Ranch probably know someone who has

used the medivac in an emergency. Each pilot has the ability to turn the runway lights on when approaching to land, and they will stay turned on for 15 minutes. The rotating beacon is designed to stay on all night and is operated from the office. The Cariboo

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activity; however, that seems to have changed in late February. Packs of coyotes have been regularly travelling and hunting through the neighbourhood and along the lakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shore under the cover of darkness. Tracks in the snow and dozens of uncovered mouse nests are the unmistakable evidence that these hunters are on the prowl. Several long-term residents advise caution when letting out domestic pets when coyote activity is this high as they share many stories of little pets falling prey to hungry and determined coyotes.

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100 MILE q Dads & Tots Nite is for dads, uncles and grandfathers with children newborn up to six years of age. It promotes the importance of fathers in parenting children. The next session is scheduled for the 100 Mile House Junior Secondary gymnasium on March 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. Call 250-3955155 for information. 100 MILE q The 100 Mile House Branch Library is hosting a preschool program for children three to five years old on Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. and on Thursdays 1:30-2:15 p.m. Pre-registration is required; call 250-39542332 or drop in at the library. 100 MILE q Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre hosts a Men’s Support Group every Wednesday at the centre (#1 – 486 Birch Ave., beside Home Hardware) from 6 to 8 p.m. It’s a free, drop-in group for men of all ages and backgrounds.

Call Paul for more information at 250395-5155. 100 MILE q Kindergym at 100 Mile Community Hall on Thursdays, 9:4511:45 a.m. Lots of free fun; parents/caregivers with children up to five years welcome. For information, call Elke at 250-395-1256. 100 MILE q The South Cariboo Genealogy Group (researching family history) meets the third Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. in the 100 Mile House Branch Library. New members are welcome. For information, call Millie at 250-395-2079. 100 MILE q The Community Kitchen and its partners are offering free homemade soup at the following locations: 100 Mile United Church, 49 Dogwood Ave., Mondays, noon-1 p.m.; Food Bank, first and third Tuesday of month, 10-11:30 a.m.; Loaves and Fishes, second and fourth Tuesday of month, 10-11 a.m.; Women’s Centre, (women only), Tuesdays, 12:30; Fridays – Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.; and Community Kitchen in The Lodge behind Red Coach Inn on Tuesdays at noon. 100 MILE q Fischer Place/ Mill Site Lodge Family

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Council meets every third Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. in the Mill Site boardroom. The council works to support quality care for residents of the facility. For more information, contact Katherine McKibbin at 250-3956112. 100 MILE q The North Central Appaloosa Club now meets the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the A&W in 100 Mile House. For more information, contact Dennis at 250395-4232. 100 MILE q Weight Awareness Incentive Team (WAIT) meets Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at 555 Cedar Ave. in the Canadian Mental Health Building (small building in front of ambulance bays). For more information, call Sue at 250-395-1981 or Lorraine at 250-7915520. 100 MILE q The Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving “ The Quality of Life” for all seniors. Seniors organizations, associations, wishing to affiliate, or individuals wishing to become members please contact Ernie Bayer at 604-5769734, fax 604-576-9733 or e-mail ecbayer@ shaw.ca for further information.

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Tanya Hammerston showed fine form as she released the rock during the 100 Mile Curling Club’s highly competitive ladies bonspiel. The spiel attracted several out-of-town teams, as well as a lot of spectators throughout the three-day event.

108 MILE q The Rock Youth Centre, 4940 Telqua Dr., is open for students in Grades 5-7 on Tuesdays from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Call 250-7916770 for details. BUFFALO CREEK q StrongStart at Buffalo Creek Elementary School on Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon in the kindergarten room. Free, drop in and play. All families with children up to age five welcome. For information, call the school at 250-397-2441.

anniversary since becoming “Clinton” and being incorporated. Many events are planned throughout the year. March events include: March 13 – Daffodil Tea put on by the Clinton seniors at Clinton Memorial Hall; March 23 – Spring Fling put on by The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #194 at Clinton Memorial Hall; and March 31 – Easter Egg Hunt put on by the Recreation Commission at Reg Conn Park. Visit www.village.clinton. bc.ca or check out the 150/50 Committee on

Facebook and twitter. FOREST GROVE q StrongStart at Forest Grove Elementary School on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.noon. Free, drop in and play. All families with children up to age five welcome. For information, call the school at 250-397-2962, or Sheila at 250-3970011. LAC LA HACHE q StrongStart at Lac la Hache Elementary School is free, so drop in and play. All families

with children up to age five are welcome on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.noon. For information, call the school at 250396-7230. LAC LA HACHE q The Lac la Hache Community Club monthly meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the community hall. Bingo is every Wednesday night at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Membership is $5 per year. For more information, contact Judy at 250-396-7298.

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Brenda Bourassa, left, and Shannon Knapp flanked their skip Joanne Doddridge during the 54th Ladies Curling Bonspiel in 100 Mile House on March 1-3. The Doddridge Rink took first in the C event.

Rowan Johnston was held by his mother, Jennifer Johnston, during a Roots of Empathy session in teacher Jean Swann’s Grade 1/2 class at 100 Mile House Elementary School on Feb. 26. The students gave a big thank-you to Jennifer and Phil Johnston for letting their son, Rowan, teach them about empathy.

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