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Kody Huck of 108 Mile slides down Avalanche Alley at the Hills Health Ranch Sunday, Nov. 17, excited to be able to tube on deep snow thanks to the weekend storm. The ski and snowboard Terrain Park may open early this season due to the early snowfalls.

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Slip Slidin' away

Winter storm: Bad for roads — good for sports Richard Wright Free Press

A storm that swept down on B.C.’s interior last week left roads resembling a skating rink and stacked up cars like an ice-racing event, but brought snow for the beginning of the skiing and sledding season. The low pressure system brought upwards of 25 cms of snow and temperatures down to -15 degrees C. 100 Mile House RCMP report a collision-filled week throughout the 100 Mile House Detachment area which kept Interior Roads crews busy plowing and sanding. The chaos began on Thursday, Nov. 14th with three reported single-vehicle collisions; two on Canim-Hendrix Lake Road and one on Highway 24. By Friday Nov. 15th cars were

sliding off the road and into other accident was a vehicle impacting a vehicles. On Friday there were five logging truck on Exeter Station Road single-vehicle collisions. Two were in 100 Mile. RCMP report that the on Highway 24, two on Highway occupants of these vehicles received 97 just south of 100 Mile only minor injuries. House and another On Nov. 16, We would be RCMP were conductat 103 Mile House on glad to see Highway 97. ing radar enforcement the banning on Highway 97 at the At 98 Mile a small of mud and vehicle slid off the four lanes south of 100 snow or all- Mile House. A vehicle road and down a steep season tires was observed travelling embankment. 100 Mile in winter Fire-Rescue service and very quickly northBC Ambulance were bound on the ice and – Al Hughes called out to assist two snow covered roadways. children in the rear seat. The vehicle was clocked Their removal took an hour but they at 49 km/h over the speed limit - 149 received only minor injuries. kms per hour.. The driver was subThere were also two collisions sequently issued a violation ticket involving multiple vehicles. One for excessive speed. His vehicle was vehicle slid into a semitrailer trav- impounded for 7 days. elling north on Highway 97 near The same day there were two singleWright Station Road while the other vehicle collisions in Lac la Hache, the

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first near Begg Road and the other near Lac la Hache Station Road. In both these instances, improper winter tires were a contributing factor. On Nov. 17, there were two singlevehicle collisions on Highway 97. The first was at the 109 Mile Hill, the second was at 111 Mile. Poor road conditions and accidents continued on Nov. 18 and 19. Kal Tire manager Al Hughes, speaking while his team hustled to clear a backlog of last-minute tire changeovers and replacements, commented on the use of “improper winter tires.” Hughes said, “We would be glad to see the banning of mud and snow or all-season tires in winter. They just don’t do the job proper winter tires do. I’ve been in this business 40 years but folks still argue, Why would you risk your safety?” Continued on A7

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Beehive burner busted up Last remaining remnant of bygone era recycled

Williams Lake for wood pellet fuel production. Then, everything else is sold The sole remaining beehive burn- the Atlantic Power for the WLPP, er at 100 Mile Lumber was reduced Andrews explains. to rubble in October. Most beehive burners in B.C. were The demolished burner built in the 1970s, and used was also one of the last few extensively for burning mill beehive burners left at any wood waste until the fedof West Fraser’s mills across eral government changed British Columbia. the regulations in 1996. This 100 Mile Lumber general was done to protect public manager Peter Andrews says health by phasing out the the mill now uses a more old, polluting technology, updated, efficient and cleanwith a timeline allotted and Peter er-burning system. Andrews extensions granted to proWhile the local beehive tect existing jobs in rural burner hasn’t been in use for three communities while the industry or four years, 100 Mile Lumber has found alternatives. used its structure for storage of mill “We used a local salvage guy, byproducts, primarily bark. Slater Iron & Salvage just on the cor“We used to have a big conveyor ner of Jens Road. The owner, David that would pick everything up and Slater, came up with dump it into the burner when it was a very good plan burning, which worked fine. - I wanted to “[Since] we stopped burning, we kept dumping the stuff in the burner, but we were using a front-end loader to go in and take it out, and we’d load it into trucks to go to the Williams Lake Power Plant (WLPP). “Now, we’ve taken the burner away and we have a modern bin system.” The conveyor now fills the bins, and then the truck driver pulls his rig underneath, operates the controls to load the truck and close the bins, he explains. “It is an up-to-date, modern system for handling our bark - it is mostly bark, with some sawdust that we couldn’t use.” He adds much of the mill’s sawdust is pulled out of the process before that step, to fuel its own energy system to heat the building and dry the lumber. Among other added efficiencies that have reduced waste over the past few years, he notes, the planer shavings now go to Pinnacle Pellet in

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The new polymer $5 and $10 bank notes entered circulation in Canada on Nov. 7. The lower-value $5 and $10 notes will be used extensively in vending, self-serve retail checkouts, parking and transit machines. To help ease the transition, the same gradual approach formerly used for the introduction of the polymer $20 notes will be adopted for the new $5 and $10 bills. David Slater photos

The last of the original three beehive burners at West Fraser's 100 Mile Lumber mill was recently taken down by Slater Iron & Salvage. The mill's general manager, Peter Andrews, says it was a stubborn structure to demolish, but the salvage company executed a good plan and the demolition went smoothly.

make sure he could do it safely and efficiently - and he worked his way through it and it came down safely and didn’t damage anything else on the site. “But it was stubborn. It took more work than he thought.” Says Slater: “In 40 years of doing salvage it was the trickiest job I have had to do.” The sheer enormity of the beehive b u r n e r, situated in close prox-

imity to the new conveyance system with attached brackets and electrical wires, left Slater about a two-foot space to work with to bring down the behemoth structure, he explains. Slater notes the demolished beehive burner had stood about 122 feet high by about 100 feet wide at the base, and he brought it down by cutting and alternately folding the sides in, similar to how a giraffe lays down. Andrews adds all the steel was cut up for salvaging, so everything will get reused or recycled. The disappearance of the last of these cone-like burners marks the end of an era in Canada, albeit for a good reason, he adds. “They dotted the countryside. You can still see some old relics where there used to be a sawmill here and there, where they are still on the skyline. “But, ours are gone. They took up lot of real estate, so we are going to use that area for better use.”

B.C. LNG DOUBLES A recent report reveals B.C.’s natural gas reserves are more than double previous estimates. It reveals B.C.’s total natural gas resource potential is now at a staggering 2,933 trillion cubic feet, enough to develop and support Liquified Natural Gas export operations for about 150 years. The study also shows B.C. has a diverse supply of other petroleum resources, including natural gas liquids and oil. The Montney Formation report can be downloaded at www.empr.gov.bc.ca/ OG/Pages/default. aspx.

FAST CHARGERS B.C. is on its way to providing its electric vehicle drivers with a network of 13 direct current (DC) fast-charging stations. Electric vehicle fast-charging stations are now operational in Kamloops (at Tournament Capital Centre, 910 McGill Road), Nanaimo, Duncan, Squamish, Merritt and Surrey, with the rest scheduled to be open by March 31. These fast chargers take just 20-30 minutes for the 80 per cent charge usually necessary for electric vehicles to travel between communities.

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Winter update by Interior Roads

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Interior Roads (IR) quality manager Phil Doddridge recently provided an outlook on the winter road maintenance season to the South Cariboo Joint Planning Committee (SCJPC). The committee, which consists of Cariboo Regional District area directors and District of 100 Mile House mayor and councillors, got a preview of what is in store for area roads and highways this winter. “We started ordering salt in July, so we know our salt shed has a reasonable amount of salt in it,” said Doddridge. “I looked at our sheds, and we are about a onequarter full here, and the 106 [Mile] has a ‘ton’ of it.” He explained IR uses Arrow Transportation Systems as a transporter of the salt. “We get our salt from South America. Just so you know; it’s a long process.” Area H Director Margo Wagner questioned the need for imported salt. “What’s the matter with Saskatchewan salt?” Replied Doddridge: “Saskatchewan salt is a lot finer salt. As soon as you apply it, it tends to blow off the highway. So, for road salt, there is actually a gradation, and you want to be looking at a certain size of salt, and the best stuff seems to come from South America.” The Winter Awareness workshop held for IR staff on Oct. 21 refreshed ploughing practices, training, equipment handling and further

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Icy roads, seen here near Lac la Hache, slowed most traffic but RCMP reported over a dozen accidents during the weekend, some due to inappropriate tires and driving too fast for road conditions.

safe driving instruction, Doddridge said, adding this includes getting in and out of vehicles and working in and around the streets in 100 Mile House in non-hazardous manner. “[We are] trying not to plough snow onto people as they are walking down the sidewalks,” he added with a chuckle. “In the past, we’ve had some extremely good co-ordination with the District. Last year, we had three graders running downtown peeling ice, and ... the district had someone immediately waiting for us to go by, and then they started ploughing on the sidewalks. So, that was really good.” On garbage day in areas, such as 108 Mile Ranch, the trash cans

can get ploughed into the ditch in winter if they are left at the curb rather than pulled back in a bit to allow room for snow clearing, he explained. Doddridge noted the garbage collection company has also been asked to place the empty cans back off the road after a recent snowfall. Area G Director Al Richmond asked when the IR night shifts begin, to which Doddridge replied they are now underway. Mayor Mitch Campsall asked if IR is ready for winter. “Last year, that first week was pretty rough,” the mayor said. “After that, it was ‘how come 100 Mile is so good and everybody else is so bad this year?’ Because, notoriously, we’ve

been the worst [along Cariboo Highway 97]. “But, that changed last year, and I’ll tell you it was sure appreciated by the people in this community.” Campsall said he’d like to see that “good system” continue through this winter. Doddridge replied IR has a mandate for providing quality road maintenance throughout the season, which is reinforced at the provincial level. “The Ministry of Transportation’s expectation is that we will come out ‘all barrels blazing’. And, that has always been pleasantly

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put forward at the [BC Road Builders’ Annual Fall Conference], by the premier or the minister. They express their opinion of what they want to see – and that’s what we’re shooting for.” He noted IR has placed a large, electric sign board on Highway 97 in town flashing the www.shiftintowinter.ca website address where folks can find safe winter driving tips. “You can go to that website and ... print off some information and give it to people in your area.” Doddridge said IR also has a toll free number (1-800-842-4122) and its answering service has not changed this year.

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Portable donation denied

dent Mark Thiessen says Board Policy 3280 (Donations - Equipment A $25,000 dona- And Facilities) states all tion toward the cost items donated become to replace a portable the property of the classroom at Mile 108 School District, which Elementary School has then becomes solely been turned down by responsible for repairSchool District #27 ing and maintaining all (SD27) due to a policy donated items. conflict. It also stipulates The gift was offered that no restrictions, by Laura and expressed or Henry Block implied, may who founded be made by the 108 Mile the donor as Ranch subdia condition of vision when providing the Henry was a gift, he adds. partner in the “The potenlocal real estate tial donor in Mark giant Block Thiessen this case placed Brothers. restrictions on Laura Block says the the donation, which $25,000 was to help was in opposition to replace the portable this policy,” he says. recently removed from The policy also the school. requires that dona“We developed the tions comply with 108, so there is always school board’s plans sort of a family feel- for the development of ing, and we also have its facilities, he notes, family there. [Mile 108 which include a guiding Elementary teacher] principle of sound and Monique Corno is efficient fiscal managemy niece – my sister’s ment. daughter. My husband “For a couple of differand I are very interested ent reasons, the district in staying connected to did not feel that this what is happening both donation offer fit within in their family, and also the board’s mid-range at the 108.” and long-range plans.” Carole Rooney Free Press

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the loss of the building – which housed her art class, as well as school band and First Nations culture classes – her students have lost instructional time waiting while she pushes a trolley of art supplies from class to class. “Problems have

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– Monique Corno revealed themselves that [imply] maybe, when they made the initial decision to take the portable away, they weren’t thinking of the details.” These range from finding places for the artwork to dry to the loss of the former “cooperative space” with large work tables and inspirational art hung up for students, she explains. Logistics are also proving to be “quite difficult” as she often can’t make it from one class

to the next on time, Corno says. Along with getting all the easels and art supplies set up before the students can begin, and then cleaned up and put away before the next teacher needs the classroom, this can cut up to 20 minutes from a single class. “I feel that the kids are losing out ... every day we are battling issues that have come up with the loss of that space. I have had to alter the program I deliver.” All said and done Block adds she had a “good discussion” with Thiessen, and while its decision is disappointing, she and Henry have “no problem” with the district’s refusal. “It was something we have a real interest in, but there were no personalities involved, it was just strictly business.” Thiessen notes the generous nature and intent of the offer is recognized. “We were very pleased with the respectful dia-

logue we carried out with the potential donor and acknowledge that the donor had every intention of benefiting our students. But, due Continued on A6

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New doctors join 100 Mile team

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A new doctor will soon join the 100 Mile House medical care community. This good news is boosted by reports another three rural physicians are on board for joining the community over the next few months, providing all their approval paperwork comes through. The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District board (CCRHD) heard about this, and other recruitment activities, in a presentation at its Oct. 25 regular meeting. It was presented by Central Interior Rural Division of Family Practice (CIRDFP) coordinator M-J Cousins. “I reported on the promotional material developed for recruitment booth displays at trade shows and rural physician conferences, focusing on the benefits of living and working in the area.” Cousins says CIRDFP has had much the success in its recruitment activities to date. “There is a new doctor coming to 100 Mile House in early December. He is from Botswana, and his family are coming.” [The CIRDFP are not releasing doctors names at this time.] Two other doctors from South Africa are in the final stages of the

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University of British Columbia (UBC) medical resident Iris Radev, left, won the booth prize of an iPad Mini presented by area recruitment liaison Sally Errey at a recent Practice Survival Skills and Job Fair event held for medical residents at UBC.

immigration process and work permitting, and she adds the division is “optimistic” one will arrive this year, and the other by the spring. A third physician, currently in Saskatchewan, is aiming to arrive in 100 Mile House by next summer, when all the many forms and agreements will hopefully be signed, Cousins explains. She says yet more doctors are “on the radar” to potentially join 100 Mile House as rural residents or Williams Lake as Internists. “The 100 Mile area is looking for family practice general practitioners, because we don’t have specialists in this community. So, it’s a little different focus, but still a similar process.” The CIRDFP has partnered with the CCRHD,

$25,000 Block family offer fizzles out over policy From A5

to the reasons I have stated, School District 27 did not accept the offer in accordance with our donations policy.” A lot of volunteer work went into bringing the previous portable “up to snuff,” Block notes, but she and her husband accept the decision without rancour. “...the reasons why [Thiessen and the board] made the decision to have to use the portable is not our concern. We wanted

to make sure the 108 school is running with as much efficiency as it was at the beginning of the year — to see if we could get it back to where it was.” Block says a stipulation was that the portable installation would be done this school year, to bring the 108 School back to what it was at the term’s beginning. She adds the issue is all about the children, and what is best for them. “We love the school, and we love the 108.”

which contributes funding to recruit family physicians and health professionals to the 100 Mile House, Williams Lake and Tatla Lake areas, Cousins notes. “We have three years funding, which is broken into one-year increments, and we are halfway through that [agreement] now.” While the division reports in writing to the CCRHD quarterly, Cousins says she decided it was time for a face-to-face update so offered to make the presentation and introduce her staff of two recruiters. These included Sally Errey, contracted by CIRDFP as area recruitment liaison coordinator for 100 Mile House, she adds, who is responsible for a local Welcoming Committee working on a Red Carpet Initiative. “It is to ensure doctors who come for a look at our area are welcomed

as best we can, and are [followed up] in terms of answering questions and keeping communication with them.” Cousins says one of the bigger events where they set up a booth included the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada’s national conference, which was held in Victoria this year . “It was an opportunity to do it while they were in B.C. ... there were over 900 delegates, all of them rural family practice doctors.” She and Errey also attended a Practice Survival Skills and Job Fair event in Vancouver, which was much smaller, Cousins notes, but localized to UBC medical residents. Through a website called Health Match, its referrals to IH and then referrals to CIRDFP, she and her staff facilitate subsequent local site visits for physicians. “Then the work for the on-the-ground liaison people and myself really begins - keeping up e-mail contact

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with interested doctors and answering any questions we can, and persuading them and encouraging them to choose 100 Mile House or Williams Lake.” CIRDFP is one of seven Divisions of Family Practice in the Interior Health (IH) region, she notes, and one of 33 across the province. Cousins adds she also works on an IH strategic committee with local Dr. Rod Dickey that oversaw a large environmental scan and a 300-page analysis report on the state of recruitment across IH, including 15 recommendations toward building an action plan. “We are determined we are not going to let this languish.” She notes the doctor arriving from Botswana will most likely be met by the Welcoming Committee at the Vancouver Airport, and once here, will be formally introduced to the South Cariboo community.

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One of the several motor vehicle accidents on Nov. 15 involved this vehicle, which slid off the road and down a steep embankment on Highway 97 near 98 Mile.

Many welcome snowfall

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From fostering to adoption Consider giving a child or youth a loving, caring home

Foster parents and families, along with grandparents, relatives, family friends and other guardians are all deserving of praise for stepping in and taking care of a child or youth who, for any number of reasons, is unable to live with their traditional family. While many kids are able to return to their traditional families, for many others this is not a possibility. All children and youth need the support of a permanent family. Whether it’s developing healthy relationships with adults, the encouragement of having a family cheer them on at a hockey game, science fair or dance recital, or simply an ear to listen and a shoulder to cry on when life gets tough, adoption gives kids a sense of belonging and helps provide them with an identity. Having a permanent family to love and support

them can mean the Nearly 1,300 British difference in achieving Columbia children and their highest potential youth in government care through graduation, posthave been adopted during secondary and pursuit of a the past five years; however, career. Many foster families more than 1,000 kids still understand this need a forever as well and have family and a adopted kids permanent place who have come to call home. under their Unfortunately, care. Last year, many people 32 per cent of believe they can children adopted have a greater from care were impact on a adopted by their younger child’s foster family. life. This means Stephanie Children and teenagers can be Cadieux youth come into more difficult to government care place. for a variety of reasons. I urge you to consider Perhaps a parent is unable for a moment how much it to provide a safe, stable means to a young person to home or is unable to have family present at their provide the type of care a high school graduation, a child or youth needs. special meal to help them Maybe the child or youth’s celebrate their parents have passed away first job, parental guidance without naming a guardian for advice on postor have decided that secondary options, a place adoption is the best option to go home to during the for their child. holidays and parents to

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hen in doubt or short of cash, take a gamble, add another tax on folks, encourage them to gamble on a slot machine. This seems to be the solution the BC Liberal government turns to in times of fiscal short falls - such as the current financial issues with BC Ferries. Transportation Minister Todd Stone and BC Ferries CEO Mike Corrigan announced reductions and fare increases to the ferry service on Monday. Cancelled runs are mostly early morning or late evening, many with passenger loads of 20 per cent or less. The largest reduction is a one-third cut to Port Hardy-Prince Rupert run, BC Ferries’ longest and heavily subsidized service that lost $31 million on operations last year. Other runs being cut include Horseshoe Bay to Bowen Island, Comox to Powell River, Gabriola Island to Nanaimo and Quadra Island to Campbell River. Fare increases over the next two years will be in the 4 per cent range. There will no longer be free Seniors’ days Monday to Thursday replaced by 1/2 price fare reductions on all days. Finally, seemingly at a loss as to how to cut costs further - they certainly would not want to cut management salaries any further - Minister Stone and CEO Corrigan announced that BC Ferries would put in pilot project with slot machines on the main runs from Vancouver Island to the mainland to test the revenue potential. Not surprisingly opponents to the cuts say the reduced service will adversely affect business and lifestyle. Anyone who has occasion to visit the Gulf Island knows the frustrations of taking multiple ferries to reach their destination. A seemingly simple trip to Salt Spring now takes most of a day and connections have to be carefully timed. Other islands are worse. And a trip is the better part of days wages or a good chunk of a pension cheque - and the days of taking an RV or trailer to the Island are over for most folks. Cuts in service and increases in fares only compound the issue of unfilled ferries, producing less revenue for BC Ferries and less business for Island businesses. The ridiculous notion of adding slot machines will only add to the fare and take more money out of patron’s pockets. This is, afterall British Columbia not Nevada. The cuts in service, increase in fares and “testing” of slot machines are all items that need to be rethought.

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walk them down the aisle or stand with them at their wedding. While youth over the age of 12 make up more than 30 per cent of the children and youth in care waiting to be adopted, sadly, they only represent approximately 12 per cent of annual adoptions in B.C. I encourage anyone interested in exploring adoption or ways in which they can get involved to visit the government’s adoption website at www. mcf.gov.bc.ca/adoption – the Adoptive Families Association of BC at www. bcadoption.com – or call 1-877-ADOPT-07. November is Adoption Awareness Month. Please join me in recognizing the many families and individuals who have welcomed a vulnerable child into their lives. Stephanie Cadieux is the Minister of Children and Family Development.

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Tories increasing health-care funding Cathy McLeod: ‘there will be no cuts to health care’ To the editor: There has been a great deal of misinformation circulating recently regarding the future of health-care funding. It is time to set the record straight. Our government respects the Canada Health Act, and is committed to our publicly funded, universally accessible health-care system. There will not be cuts to health care as there were under the

Liberals in the 1990s. The Canada Health Transfer (CHT) has been set to increase by six per cent a year to support provincial health-care budgets. In comparison, this year the British Columbia health-care budget will be increasing by 2.6 per cent. In 2006/07, when our government first took office, the CHT was $20.1 billion, it is now set to reach a record high of $30.3 billion in 2013/14, and in the future, no

province or territory will receive less than its 2013/14 CHT cash allocation in future years. Under our government the CHT is expected to reach at least $38 billion in 2018-19- this is in no way a funding cut. Starting in 2017-18, total CHT cash will grow in line with a three-year moving average of nominal Gross Domestic Product, with funding guaranteed to increase by at least three per cent per year –

again, not a funding cut. We will continue to provide comparable treatment for all Canadians, regardless of where they live. The CHT will ensure funding remains predictable in the long-term, and supports the principles of the Canada Health Act – universality, comprehensiveness, portability, accessibility and public administration. Canada Health transfer (billions): 2006/07, $20.1; 2007/08,

#21.7; 2008/09, $22.7; 2009/10, $24.4; 2010/11, $25.7; 2011/12, $27.0; 2012/13, $28.6; 2013/14, $30.3; and 2018/19, $38.0. We are committed to helping Canadians stay healthy, making the health-care system more accessible and effective, and ensuring all Canadians can access the care they need. Cathy McLeod, MP Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo

Defend your last motorized freedom: the off road vehicle To the editor: British Columbia’s cultural identity is partially defined by freedom to roam the land. Do you want less freedom? The “Coalition for Licensing and Regulation of Off-Road Vehicles” in B.C. has proposed the provincial government restrict and clamp down on motorcycles, ATVs, ATC, side-by-sides and other machines used in the bush. You must [Under proposed regulations] hold a valid B.C. driver’s licence; carry liability insurance to operate on Crown land trails and forest roads; register all machines, including a decal or licence plate for identification; restrict where and how you use your ATV, enforce new laws in the bush, and

much more. The cattlemen associations and Grassland Preservation Society would like nothing better than to stop off-road vehicles everywhere. Other supporters are along for the ride in hopes of finding compromise. I see a popular recreation activity targeted for more taxes, fees and restrictions, which will end up costing every taxpayer more. Currently, the cost to have fun in the bush is only the investment of the machine and some common sense with optional insurance. If this legislation goes through, you will be forced to pay more and ride less. It will be another freedom stomped down by special interests.

At a time of economic recovery, why suck more disposable income out of our economy? Remember the HST, Gun Registry and boating changes – it cost us plenty – for what? Once the legislation is enacted, off-road vehicles will see more future restrictions on land use. There are other solutions that do not cost our socio-economic system stress and money – educate and train without direct cost to taxpayers. Somewhere in this apathetic world, personal responsibility has got to come back from the dead. We are over-regulated, so why create more rules and more tax? Our cultural identity is partially defined by freedom to roam

the land and it belongs to every citizen – that’s why it’s called Crown land. Let us retain some cash and freedom. Write your MLA and start a

petition today – say “no” to the Off Road Vehicle Act. Henry Van Soest Williams Lake

Killing of goose disgraceful To the editor: I can not believe what the game wardens did to this bird. We really should not call them Conservation Officers as I do not know what they have to do with conservation of wild life. By the sound of the article in the Nov. 6 100 Mile House Free Press, there was more than one game warden there. That to me,

would indicate that we have too many game wardens here. If this is all they have to do, then it is time for them to start looking for other work, or they should be replaced with someone with some common sense. Disgraceful. Herb and Adriana Thomas 108 Mile Ranch

Two solitudes on B.C. farmland

be moving away. could use the work and additional tax base. In our urbanized society, the loudest Urban sprawl isn’t a big problem in Merritt, voices tend to be the least informed, from which like many small towns is trying to backyard-chicken hipsters to what I call hang onto its population. “drive-by environmentalists,” who like to Spallumcheen councillor Ed Hanoski look out their car windows at described the situation beyond green fields as they motor from the towns, the real rural B.C. He their subdivisions to big-box proposed easing the restrictions stores. The elderly Sikhs and on building a second home on Mexican guest workers bent over farm properties. in the fields don’t need their lofty Currently, farmers can put a lectures on “food security.” mobile home on their property Voices from the rest of the for an elderly or infirm relative, province are seldom heard and but nothing with a permanent quickly shouted down, as was foundation. Once that relative the case at the recent Union of moves or passes away, the home Tom B.C. Municipalities convention is supposed to be removed. Fletcher in Vancouver. Hanoski said a sewage system Merritt councillor Mike Goetz for such a residence costs around pleaded for relief from an $12,000. Add the temporary Agricultural Land Commission that refuses foundation, skirting, well hookup, power, to release a property that has “grown landscaping, driveway, and a mobile home nothing but rocks and tumbleweeds for the that will lose its value if it has to be moved, last 100 years.” Similar property next door and the property owner takes a loss of was released, but not this parcel, blocking $150,000 or more. a project for five years in a little town that That’s why the removal rule is routinely

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y late father used to say that if he ever won the lottery, he would “farm until it’s all gone.” It was 1960 when he and my mother pulled up stakes in the Okanagan, where their families had been for generations, and moved north to carve a homestead out of a half section in the Peace River country. So it’s a mainly northern perspective that I bring to the latest debate over B.C.’s agricultural land reserve. A dialogue of the deaf has been going on for decades in B.C., where there are two separate realities in agriculture. The dominant voice is always from the southwest, from the Okanagan to the Fraser Valley to southern Vancouver Island. This is not only B.C.’s most productive land, it’s also the place of greatest population and development pressure, where three million of the province’s four million residents live and more arrive every day. In the rest of the province, except for pockets that are attractive for recreational development, farming is a tough row to hoe. These days, people are more likely to

ignored in rural B.C., Hanoski said. These second homes are the only rental stock there is, providing modest income for marginal farms, and should be allowed permanent foundations. Motion defeated, after a scolding from a Sunshine Coast delegate about people lusting to build mansions on farmland. I asked Bill Bennett, the cabinet minister in charge of the latest agricultural land review, about a rumoured proposal to split the province into two zones with different rules. He declined to comment, but described the case of Fort Steele Farms, the East Kootenay community’s only market garden that almost closed because the next generation was initially refused permission for a second home. The two zones approach deserves serious consideration. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalNews. com Twitter:@tomfletcherbc E-mail: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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the province Police seize 27 pounds of pot KAMLOOPS — A couple of suspected drug dealers got a lesson in what not to do if you’re transporting drugs. On the evening of Nov. 12, RCMP Central Interior Traffic Services, based in Kamloops, with the assistance of the Chase RCMP detachment, stopped a vehicle for speeding on Highway 1 at Chase. During the stop, the officers noted the smell of marijuana coming from the rental vehicle. The 43 year-old male driver and 23 year-old male passenger, both of Agassiz, were arrested for possession of marijuana under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. A subsequent search uncovered 27 pounds of the drug hidden in the hatch area. The suspects were each released on a recognizance, and a recommendation for charges will be forwarded to Crown counsel.

RCMP find remains of murdered man SALMON ARM - RCMP have confirmed that human remains found in a remote area of Alberta on Nov. 11 are that of a missing Salmon Arm man, who police believe was the victim of a homicide. Two men and a woman from Alberta are facing charges in relation to the murder of Valentine (Val) Degenhardt, 45, who went missing in Alberta on July 17. Norman “John” Jerrett, 46, is charged with first-degree murder, robbery, break and enter and indignity to a dead body; Norma McAllister, 45, is charged with accessory after the fact, as well as break and enter; and Carl McAllister, 29, is charged with accessory after the fact. All three are from Barrhead, Alta. and are being held in police custody to appear in court on Nov. 26. During a ground search of an area approximately 65 kilometers northwest of where Val Degenhardt's vehicle was found between Whitecourt, Alta. and Swan Hills, Alta., an RCMP Specialized Tactical Operations team located what appeared to be human remains. Police won't reveal the cause of Degenhardt's death.

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It was OK when we came in for it before, but we live too far out of town to drive in for everything that goes on.

I hope to. I have gone every year and I enjoy it very much, especially the roulette wheel for deals at the Outlaw. I got 45 per cent off on something I bought last year.

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report 100 Mile RCMP responded to 75 complaints and calls for service during the past week. Lock your vehicles There were six reports of unlocked vehicles being rummaged through and having articles stolen. Early in the morning on Nov. 17, a resident on MacNeil Place observed two youth in his carport and one was exiting his vehicle. He detained one youth at the scene while calling police. The youth was arrested and held in custody. The identity of the second youth was established and he was arrested later in the morning. The investigators are attempting to determine if there is a link between these two youth suspects and the other thefts from vehicles that have occurred over the last month.

The investigation is continuing and the public are being reminded again to lock unattended vehicles. Donut driver On Nov. 16, RCMP working in 100 Mile House saw a red Dodge pick-up doing “donuts” in the middle of Dogwood Avenue. The vehicle attempted to elude the marked unit, but was stopped a short distance away. The driver had a Class 7 or Learners 1icence,

displayed symptoms of liquor consumption and failed an approved screening device - twice. The 19-year-old driver was issued an Immediate Roadside Driving Prohibition (IRP) for 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for 30 days. In addition the driver was also issued tickets for driving without due consideration, having open liquor in a vehicle and two counts of driving contrary to his license conditions.

NOTICE OF LUNCHEON WEDNESDAY, NOV. 20th 12 noon at Horton Ventures to hear

Dale Hurren …give an overview of labour relations and what they have to offer from an employer’s perspective, touching on the new anti-bullying act. He will also give a 90 minute seminar after the luncheon, from 1pm-2:30pm, on Bill 14 ( anti-bullying in the work place). Members $15 • Non-members $25 EVERYONE WELCOME!

1-800-222-TIPS Sometime overnight of Nov. 14, unknown culprits stole a red 2008 Chevrolet Silverado pick-up truck with B.C. License Plate 600497 from a residence in the 4200-block of Wilcox Road, Forest Grove. If this vehicle is observed, call 911. On Nov. 12 shortly after 6:30 p.m., the owner of a Dodge car observed his vehicle collide with a logging truck in a parking lot near Cecil Place. A male and female ran from his vehicle southwest on Heron Ridge Road. He called police. A perimeter was set up and the police dog handler was called from Williams Lake. A track was established and followed by the dog for approximately a kilometre before it was lost in a parking lot south of the collision. The male and female are described only as being in their twenties. If you have any information on this or any other crimes in the 100 Mile House area call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your identity will remain unknown. Should your information lead to the arrest of the responsible party Crime Stoppers will pay cash for the TIP.

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Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2013 12 noon to 1:30pm at Horton Ventures Carole Morrison from Service Canada will be speaking about the different services that Service Canada has to offer. Following the speaker, a

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on Fri., Nov. 8th to Sun., Nov. 10th at the 100 Mile Community Hall: • Mayor Mitch Campsall • The District of 100 Mile House Community Services • 100 Mile Community Hall • Cariboo Radio • South Cariboo Visitor Centre • 100 Mile Free Press • The Wolf Radio 840AM • Findlay Meats • Gold Rush Grannies

• Eclectica Community Choir • “Santa” Graham Allison • Monika Paterson • Parkside Centre • Red Cross • SC Weavers, Spinners & Fibre Arts • PSO Students: Gab Dufour, Ben Kukkola, Joseph Pennock, Jareth Freed, Lizzie Heibein, Amanda Spurr, Jordan Rauman

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Tourism stakeholders asked for input Local meetings discuss new hotel tax, industry updates

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The Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association (CCCTA) is holding a series of industry information and input sessions for tourism stakeholders throughout the region, including one in 100 Mile House. CEO Amy Thacker says among the information to be discussed, the meeting will gather industry input on a proposal to collect additional hotel tax throughout – and for – the entire region. The CCCTA also wants to gain your thoughts on a new tourism marketing plan for the industry in the region, she adds, and will introduce some funding options. "We would love to hear from the community and the industry

about their priorities and where they would like us to focus our efforts in the coming year." The 100 Mile House meeting takes place on Nov. 29 from 9 a.m.noon at the Horton Ventures Community Employment Centre, 808 Alpine Ave.

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Additional meetings have been held in Quesnel and Williams Lake, and two other upcoming meetings are scheduled on Nov. 28, one at the Clinton Community Hall, 306 LeBourdais Avenue, 5-8 p.m.; and another at the Lillooet Recreation

Centre, 930 Main Street, 12-3 p.m. Anyone in the CCCTA region with an accommodation property that currently submits room tax to the province should also receive an e-mailed invitation, Thacker notes, but all interested stakeholders are welcome. The two-hour discussions will cover the future plans and funding of tourism marketing in the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast, she explains, with refreshments and snacks provided. Multiple tourism accommodators in the region have brought forward the idea to have the additional hotel tax (Municipal and Regional District Tax, or MRDT) implemented within and for the entire region, she explains, so the CCCTA proposes to apply for it. "This requires

support from the accommodation sector and municipal and regional governments. Please attend a session to learn more about this opportunity and how it may benefit your business." If you do not already remit room tax to the province, the MRDT will not apply to you, she adds. The agenda for these meetings includes a 30-minute overview of the project presented

by Thacker, another 30 minutes or more for questions and answers, and then the final hour will see group input on marketing activities needed to increase area tourism benefits. Interested tourism stakeholders are asked to RSVP by e-mail to Beverly@landwith outlimits.com, noting which meeting you will attend. For further information, call 1-800663-5885.

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Bring Joy to Children Around the World! Over 350 boxes were collected from 100 Mile and area last year. Thanks to everyone for your generosity! Operation Christmas Child 2013 collection week will be from November 18th to 24th. When shopping, perhaps pick up some school supplies, along with a t-shirt, a pair of socks, or maybe some sunglasses, a toy, hygiene items (such as soap), or even a small musical instrument (like a harmonica). People can pick up empty shoe boxes in the community at Donex, Fields, Pharmasave, Dollars and Sense, The Bargain! Store, Dollar Tree and Greyhound. Empty boxes are also available on Sundays at the Evangelical Free Church, St. Timothy’s, Bethel Chapel, 100 Mile Baptist and 108 Christian Life Fellowship. Our community shoe boxes can be dropped off at the 100 Mile Greyhound station or at a local participating church. The last day for collection in November 24th. For more information or to volunteer, please phone Karen Scott at 250-706-3339.

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The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) has agreed to provide a piece of land for a local group to build a First Nations Museum near the 108 Heritage Site. All that remains now is to finalize a pending lease agreement, and the Northern Secwepemc Cultural Society (NSCS) will have the property for turning its concept of a museum into a reality. The society has worked toward establishing a museum for about a decade. It hasn’t yet raised the necessary funds to build it, which will be in excess of $2 million, but preparing land-use agreements will enable the group to submit major capital grant applications. CRD chair Al Richmond says the board is acquiring a piece of land just across Telqua Drive from the 108 Heritage Site for the proposed 3,000-squarefoot museum. Staff is now in the process of preparing the lease agreement, which he expects to come before the board in December. The board sees the project as a welcome addition to the community, Richmond adds. “Certainly it will

enhance the heritage Richmond and the site we currently have NCSC have worked by encouraging with various more people to groups to free stop and look up and amalat both what gamate three the heritage properties at site has to offer, the site, and and what the then arrange First Nations for the CRD Al Museum will to take ownRichmond ership, which have to offer.” He notes this the financial will provide a way to experts deemed as the engage more tourists best business plan. travelling through the “Between the South Cariboo, who property NSCS and might check out the the CRD got from new museum, and then TELUS and the drive over and see what Ministry of TransCanim Lake Band has portation and to offer. Infrastructure, we are An earlier opportuni- able to accommodate ty to locate the museum it and see this developat the 108 Heritage Site ment go ahead.” fell through, Richmond The third piece of explains, so the board land was a piece of the stepped in to help. CRD’s 108 Greenbelt, he explains. Certainly it The site is a grassy will enhance area that borders the heritage Highway 97, the rest site we stop, a creek and a currently TELUS building, which have by Richmond says will encouraging now be consolidated more people into the CRD’s current to stop and 108 Greenbelt lands. look…." The NSCS is comprised of five local First – Al Richmond Nations communities, including Canim “We acquired this Lake Band, and the property in antici- Canoe Creek, Williams pation for [NSCS] Lake, Soda Creek and needing some assistance Esketemc bands. for another location, so NSCS secretary now they’ve scaled the Graham Leslie says project to make it work the group is grateful to in this location. the CRD, and For some time now, Richmond in particu-

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Doddridge said district staff and the SCSC worked togethDistrict of 100 Mile er on the campaign, House council was pro- which fits with one of vided with an overview council’s strategies to of this sumreducing commer’s Idle Free mu n it y - w i d e 100 Mile camtransportapaign at a recent tion emissions meeting. 20 per cent by The joint 2020. campaign of the The trio South Cariboo explained how Sustainability the May 1-Sept. JOANNE C o m m i t t e e DODDRIDGE 1 campaign (SCSC) and the was organized District of 100 during the Mile House was sum- previous winter. Then marized in a report by the end of spring, presented by SCSS the initial signs proboard members Patricia vided to stores wishing Spencer and Peter to help with the camJarvis, and district plan- paign began to appear ner Joanne Doddridge. on store and municipal Carole Rooney Free Press

buildings throughout the downtown core. Mayor Mitch Campsall officially kicked off the campaign on May 6 by attaching Idle Free 100 Mile signs to the Safeway building and handing out cake and coffee. Advertisements appeared over the summer, both in the 100 Mile House Free Press and on the Wolf Radio, offering tips on avoiding the negative effects to health, the environment and the pocket book. Jarvis said reminders were also placed into various utility bills. “In all, 34 signs are now in place around

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Carole Rooney Free Press

The inaugural Starry Nights campaign by the South Cariboo Health Foundation (SCHF) will light up the 100 Mile District General Hospital with bright and decorative stars in a celestial celebration on Nov. 29. The community is invited to witness the light up and enjoy the Eclectica Choir singing carols at 7 p.m., following the Santa Claus parade. SCHF co-ordinator M-J Cousins encourages caring community members to Be a Health Star by sponsoring the lighting of a star for with a minimum $50 donation from now through January. Health Stars will help support the foundation for its ongoing purchases of much-needed health equipment for the hospital. Every Health Star will take home a star tree ornament decorated by

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M-J Cousins, left, and Joyce Rowe campaigned for Health Star sponsors at Save-On-Foods on Nov. 18.

children at Our Place Child Care Centre. Cousins says 17 health stars had signed up as of Nov. 18. “It is going very well, the response has been greater than we had anticipated at these early days.” Sponsorship of the star construction by local organizations has been “really good,” she adds, and installation is expected to begin this week.

SCHF vice chair Chris Nickless says seven local businesses have also jumped on board as Founding Sponsors so far, which recognizes individual contributions of $500 or more. All Founding Sponsors organizations or individuals and Health Stars will be listed in the 100 Mile Free Press until the end of November, he explains, as well as recognized at the Nov. 29

light-up celebration. “We want the public, after the parade is done, to come to the hospital and see the light-up. And the important thing is to Be a Health Star, and help light a star for the health foundation.” However, the campaign won’t end there, as the star-studded hospital will remain lit up throughout the holiday season with more fundraising support opportunities available until early January.

Cousins adds all donations are fully taxreceipted. To sponsor one or more stars before the Nov. 29 light up, mail a cheque ahead for $50 or more to South Cariboo Health FoundationStarry Nights, Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0; drop it off at the South Cariboo Community Health desk (use rear entrance at hospital); or call M-J at 250-706-2926 to arrange for payment.

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100 Mile House resident Carol Munro won third place in the Backyard Habitat category of the BC SPCA’s Wi l d l i fe - i n - Fo c us Photography Contest 2013 on Nov. 1. Her photograph was of a soft and fuzzy fawn, with liquid black eyes and incredibly long lashes. It was curled up hiding, while momma deer was nearby getting a bite to eat. Carol says she didn’t realize she had taken the third-place photo until a week later when she came back from a trip and read the e-mails in her computer’s In Box. “I saw the SPCA message about the winners of the photo contest and was reading through the list of winners when I saw my name. There were three e-mails from the SPCA, and after reading this one, I read one of the others that congratulated me and told me I had won a small prize.” Carol says she found out about the contest by reading a story in the 100 Mile House Free Press. “So I just cut it out and figured I would send in some pictures. I already had [the photo

of the fawn], which was that was going on. a once-in-a-lifetime “We didn’t get too photo because [the close to disturb her. That fawn] was only a few fawn never twitched an days old.” ear the whole time we The photo was taken were there. in the spring of 2012. “He was told to sit Munro had been and stay and that’s visiting with exactly what he Peter and Debi did. He didn’t Messner at even blink; it Horse Lake and was amazing. had just made He just stayed it home when in that same Debi phoned position.” and told her Carol says Carol to come back she has always Munro as quickly as been interested possible with in photography, her camera because but has really immersed Peter had found a deer herself in her hobby behind a shed. during the past three “So, I went rushing years. back there and took She also sent in a pile of photos. The a photo of a sandhill mother was over for- crane and a couple loon aging for a while and photos into this year’s then she bedded down competition, and says two houses over and she she will continue to could see everything enter photos.

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A group of concerned voters wants to tap into the politically apathetic and those disaffected by politics, and talk about some of the issues that matter most to the local citizenry. Former MLA for Cariboo South David Zirnhelt is helping to facilitate the discussion, which is open to the public and takes place at the Parkside Art Gallery in 100 Mile House at 1 p.m. on Nov. 24. The group, calling themselves the “Stone

Soup Dialogues,” is planning more talks in the future. Kathryn Askew is one of the organizers. She worked on New Democratic Party candidate Charlie Wyse’s campaign in the last provincial election, but stresses the event is non-partisan. It was working during the election in May in the 100 Mile House area, she adds, where she met many people who wished there was a chance to have further discussion on issues in “a less polarized way” than political parties allow for during

election time. “Things aren’t black and white in real life, so this group thought it would be really helpful having an opportunity between elections to talk about issues of interest to people,” Askew says. “It gives people an opportunity to explore what choices they really have in terms of leadership or approaches to issues.” The group will show a YouTube video entitled “The Story of Mouseland” – a fable made famous by former NDP leader and Saskatchewan premier

Tommy Douglas – as a starting point for the meeting. Askew says the group plans to meet once every two months. “It’s truly a crosssection of people who

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Tis the season when the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce is busy organizing community Holiday events – the Santa Claus Parade and Moonlight Madness. A number of floats have already been entered in the Santa Claus Parade, which goes Nov. 29, and more application forms are available at the chamber’s office at 230 4th Street in 100 Mile House for those looking to enter. The cut-off date is Nov. 28. However, Ralph Myhill-Jones, one of the organizers, says sometimes people show up the day of the event, which is fine too. “Usually we get a good response every year from people,” he says. “We usually get a range of floats. It’s a good all around mix.” The parade usually sees about 25 floats every year.

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“This year, Canlan Ice Sports is going to be providing the Santa Claus float.” On Nov. 29, organizers are looking to start staging the parade at 4:45 p.m. and start the parade at 5:30 p.m. It

begins at Save-on-Foods and goes for about 30 minutes on the route down Birch Avenue. Moonlight Madness will see businesses on Birch Avenue open later and promoting different deals and sales.

“Typically the streets are pretty full with people,” Myhill-Jones explains. “It’s a community event and it’s also an event to draw people into town and spend some money on Christmas presents locally.”

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The Coats for All campaign continues to collect winter coats and outer wear at 100 Mile Laundromat until Nov. 30, where Andrew Hofmarks is offering 25 per cent off on a laundry drop-off order to anyone who donates a winter coat.

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The annual Coats For All started on Nov. 1 and organizers have a wonderful catch phrase for their program: “Give warmth and get a warm feeling yourself.” Coats For All is an opportunity for community-minded folks to go through their used winter wear and donate them to a good cause until Nov. 27. People are asked to take their used winter coats, snowsuits, toques, mitts and scarves to 100 Mile Laundromat (located in Owen Square across from the library on Birch Avenue). Laundromat owner Andrew Hofmarks, who is donating his time and machines, says the best time to drop of the winter wear is between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Hofmarks says anyone who drops off a winter coat is eligible for 25 per cent off on a laundry drop-off order. “If you have already donated

a coat this year, call me at 250395-3635 to take advantage of this offer.” Key organizer Wendy Hamblin notes that if the clothing labels state “machine washable,” it would be appreciated if this could be done before drop-off, as well as any minor repairs. Please label items either as ‘washed’ or ‘needs to be washed’, she adds. “Leather clothing cannot be accepted.” Hamblin says former 100 Mile House Junior Secondary teacher Donna Nivison started the program 15 years ago, with some help from school staff. Originally, it was known as Coats For Kids and only collected children’s clothing. However, Nivison expanded the program to include adult clothing a few years later. In 2010, Nivison looked for help with the ever-expanding winter wear program, and St. Timothy’s Anglican Church took over the task of co-ordinating the

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The Cariboo Regional District Library in 100 Mile House is looking for help this season decorating their Christmas Mitten Tree. Starting Nov. 20, a charitable initiative

organized by branch assistant Gina Gigliotti will see public donations of winter articles – like mittens, hats, scarves and socks – adorn the library’s large green tree. New or homemade items will be accepted until the first or second

week of January. After that Gigliotti plans on donating the items to local charities. It’s her third year managing the initiative. She borrowed the idea from a librarian at the Medicine Hat Public Library, where she used to work. “I think the reception (in 100 Mile House) has been really good,” Gigliotti says, adding it’s important people know the items are for all ages, not just children. “We started off with a small tree and someone from the public donated a really big one. Last year we had over 100 items. I got to donate them to Psalm 23 Society, the Youth Zone, the 100 Mile & District Women’s Centre and Loaves and Fishes Outreach.” “Everybody got a little box.”

Recalling stories of cherished memories from holidays past, and cooking up favourite seasonal family food favourites are both a big part of many Christmastime gettogethers. Now, the 100 Mile House Free Press is inviting our readers to potentially share these stories or recipes with the community, through a duo of Christmas contests. The Best Yuletide Experience contest invites the talented writers out there to spin their holiday tales, with prizes awarded to the top submissions in each age-group category. Whether your favourite memory involves a unique gift given or received, a long-lost family member, a special visitor or surprise, a meaningful Christmas celebration or a treasured family moment, we ask folks to write down their story and send it in by 4 p.m. on Nov. 29.

The winning stories will be shared with our readers in the Dec. 25 Christmas Greetings supplement. The age-group categories are Senior (50 years and older); Adult (20-49 years); Teen (1319 years); and Youth (12 years and under). Stories should be no longer than 500 words and include the author’s name, address, telephone number and a word count. The Christmas Cooks contest seeks your favourite holiday recipes to share with our readership. It might be a culinary custom handed down by a great-grandmother, one of your own kitchen creations or a detectible dish perfected over time. e ask you to send it in with the history behind them and/or a picture by 4 p.m. on Nov. 29, and we’ll publish as many as we can in the Dec. 25 Christmas Greetings supplement.

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Whether it be a recipe for shortbread cookies or plum pudding, a savoury snack or a superb side-dish, why not allow others to share that special treat? Prizes will be awarded by random draw.

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Most of us have a ‘Best Yuletide Experience’ we like to share with our families, friends and neighbours. It may have been a special Christmas Eve, or surprise on Christmas morning, or a unique, personalized gift we received or gave at a Christmas celebration. Many of us have entertained, or been entertained by, a surprise visitor. Some of us have experienced the joy of having a long-lost relative show up during the holiday Christmas season. We ask you to share your ‘Best Yuletide Experience’ with our readers! Winning stories will appear in our special Christmas Greetings Supplement coming out on Dec. 25, 2013. Stories must be signed and include address and phone number. Stories should be no longer than 500 words. Please include a word count with your entry. Stories over 500 words may be disqualified. Categories: 1.) Senior (50 years and over) 2.) Adult (20-49 years) 3.) Teen (13-19 years) 4.) Youth (12 years and under)

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS - OPPORTUNITY The Canadian Mental Health Association, South Cariboo Branch is seeking enthusiastic, committed, culturally diverse volunteers for its Board of Directors. We encourage those who have experienced a mental illness themselves, or in their family and/ or are mental health service providers, to apply. We are also recruiting those with a background in financial management, personnel management, communications and fundraising. The Canadian Mental Health Association, a nationwide, volunteer organization, promotes the mental health of all and supports the resilience and recovery of people experiencing mental illness. CMHA accomplishes this mission through advocacy, education, community-based research and services. We are committed to providing an environment that is free from prejudice, discrimination and harassment. We strive to reflect the entire community in our volunteers and staff, and promote equal access to the services we provide. We value diversity, openmindedness and an inclusive approach. If you are interested in becoming a Board Member and would like more information, please contact MJ Cousins, President, at 250-706-2926.

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FAST bytes Great Effort The 100 Mile House Bridge Lake Electric Atom Development team travelled to Summerland for a tournament on Nov. 15-17. The team showed a lot of heart in all five games played. Colton Sanford and Jacob Henderson won MVP awards in Game 1. Aidan Moore and Kyle Sanford were MVPs in Game 2. In Game 3, MVP awards went to Kyson Hopson and goalie Kai Flett, who saved 56 shots. Robert Waldner scored in the game. Colby Glen and R. Waldner took MVP awards in Game 4. In Game 5, Reichert Sanford and Taylor Daniels received MVP awards while C. Sanford scored a goal.

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Elliot Arnold and Marg Mitchell were partners for a doubles game of badminton at the 100 Mile Junior Secondary School gym during a recent Thursday night drop in session.

New members welcome to drop in ‘Cheap and cheerful,’ badminton club has wide appeal

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Badminton is a “cheap and cheerful” reason to get off the couch and enjoy some exercise for a number of area residents.

There’s an open drop-in at the 100 Mile House Junior Secondary School on Thursdays from 7 p.m. to 9. It’s $2.50 to play and the club can provide racquets. The group plays doubles, mixeddoubles and singles games.

“It’s good exercise,” says club member Elliot Arnold.“It’s a good cardio workout and it’s not super high-impact.” Recently, the group had enough players to run two doubles games simultaneously, but they’re always

looking for more participants. “We would like to generate a bit more interest and get a few people off the couch and turn off the TV and come down and have a game,” Arnold adds. “The rules are real simple and everyone is real friendly.”

Midgets go 1-3 in Sicamous

100 Mile House’s midget rep hockey team travelled south to Sicamous for a tournament recently. After dropping three straight, the Tier 3 club, sponsored by Mayvin Plumbing and Heating, turned things around and got a win in their final game of the tournament. 100 Mile House beat Semiahmoo 2-1 on Nov. 10, with goals by Cooper Uphill and Emmet Collens,

with assists by Derek Popadinac (2) and Brayden Sanford. “We didn’t play to our potential until the final game,” explains coach Dustin Price. “We started focusing on and using the things we’ve been working on in practice.” On Nov. 8, 100 Mile House lost 6-1 against Sicamous. Ben Ryan scored an unassisted goal for

100 Mile House. They played two games on Nov. 9. The early game saw Merritt beat 100 Mile House 10-3. Evan Yano, Adrianna Johnson and Collens found the back of the net. Ryan assisted on Yano’s goal. That evening, Kelowna beat 100 Mile House 11-1. Sanford scored for 100 Mile House with assists by Ryan Cross and Collens.

Ski season is here. Groomers for the 100 Mile Nordic Ski Society have recently been getting runs ready at the 99 Mile Ski Trails, located just south of 100 Mile House, and the gate is open for anyone who wants to classic ski, but skating is not recommended until there’s more snow on the trails.

Back at home The 100 Mile House Wranglers are back on home ice this weekend. They host the Kamloops Storm, division rivals, at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre on Nov. 23. Puck drop is 7 p.m. The Chase Heat, another division team, come to town on Nov. 27. The Wranglers are then off to Princeton and Osoyoos for backto-back games on Nov. 29 and Nov. 30.

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Flaherty plays on a line with Raimundo, 20, and Brady Ward, 18. (“Doug likes to call it the ‘Vet Line’,” Flaherty says.) He admits he honestly didn’t know what to expect when the season started. “From what I’ve see from when I first got here to now, it’s been a huge improvement. Lots of the young guys are ready and willing

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There are no easy wins in the Doug Birks Division – but the 100 Mile House Wranglers continue to string them together. The newest team in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League travelled to Chase and Revelstoke for divisional games on Nov. 15 and Nov. 16, respectively, and 100 Mile House won them both – 3-0 against Chase and 3-2 over Revelstoke. The Wranglers took possession of second place in the division with 27 points and a 12-9-0-3 record. The team has won three straight, but coach/general manager Doug Rogers says he’s less concerned about winning streaks or losing streaks, and more concerned at how the team plays on any given night. “If we focus on individual games and make sure our effort is where it needs to be, the wins will look after themselves,” Rogers says. “It is the effort that I am evaluating each night and the players rarely disappoint.” That work ethic was particularly on display at the defensive end against the Chase Heat when the Wranglers limited the Heat offence to 23 shots. Goalie Nathan Warren was flawless in the shutout, but not that busy, and that’s a credit to the entire team, Rogers adds. Cole Zimmerman scored first for 100 Mile House in Chase. Donovan Law and Darcy Flaherty both added one in the second period. Assists on the night went to Kenny

to be here and they’re ready to get to the next level. “Hopefully we’re going to be a team that can keep on winning.” Looking ahead, the Wranglers have two divisional games on the schedule – in Sicamous on Nov. 22, before a home game with Kamloops on Nov. 23 at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre. Puck drop is 7 p.m.

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100 Mile House Wranglers coach Doug Rogers says “the entire team needs to be proud of their effort” in back-to-back road wins in Chase (Nov. 15) and Revelstoke (Nov. 16).

Nordstrom (2), Kevin Raimundo, Law and Zimmerman. In Revelstoke, Flaherty opened up scoring for 100 Mile House in the first – assists by Jayden Syrota and Jaidan Ward – and Connor Sloan – assisted by Tyson Levesque and Lane Van de Wetering – added another. Michael Lynch then scored in the third – assists by Braeden St. Louis and Zimmerman – to give the Wranglers a 3-0 lead. Revelstoke scored two later in the final frame, however, closing the gap to one. “I was very impressed with our players during this push in the last five minutes, which included saves from Warren and multiple blocked shots that were critical to us winning,” says Rogers. Flaherty, now in his third KIJHL season, says it’s an exciting time to be a part of the Wranglers organization. “We’re moving in the right direction,” he says. “There are a lot of young guys (on the team), but

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Josh Dickerson of Canlan Ice Sports is facility manager of the South Cariboo Rec. Centre in 100 Mile House. Canlan Ice Sports is throwing a 10th Anniversary celebration from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 24.

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Since construction was completed 10 years ago, the South Cariboo Rec. Centre has been a focal point for all kinds of 100 Mile House community events. On Nov. 24, Canlan is inviting members of the public to come celebrate the 10-year milestone with cake, a free public skate session with a light show and live music, and a tour of the Wranglers dressing room. The multi-purpose facility sees approximately 35,000 people walk through its doors ever year. The building, operated by Canlan Ice Sports, first hosted a high school graduation in May of

2003. Since the addition of the building’s newest tenant, the 100 Mile House Wranglers of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League, that number will only get bigger, explains facility manager Josh Dickerson. “We get many people from out of town who walk into this facility and say what a beautiful building you have,” he says. “It’s one more asset to

our community.” Dickerson worked in the old arena for years before joining Canlan as the facility manager when the South Cariboo Rec. Centre went up. He says he’s happy with the amount of events and user groups the facility hosts. Of the old arena, he says, “We used to shut the doors at the end of March and not open them until the beginning of September.”

“One of our key priorities (with the South Cariboo Rec. Centre) was bringing in concerts, trade shows, that sort of thing. We’ve seen that grow over the years.” Dickerson says they’ve had their fair share of issues with the

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The tournament, a fundraiser for the South Cariboo Female Hockey League, saw teams from Williams Lake, Quesnel, Mackenzie, 100 Mile House and Canim Lake. Mackenzie beat Canim Lake 6-3 in the finals on Nov. 17. “It went great,” says Kim Mills, tournament coordinator and member of the Hun City Milers team. “The feedback has been really positive.” The tournament, which included a dinner and dance on Nov. 16, is held in conjunction with the 100 Mile Old Stars

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They’ve still got it. 100 Mile Old Stars Hockey Tournament organizers deemed this year another success in

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The 100 Mile Old Stars won the 55 and over division; the Salmon Arm Cavaliers won the 45 and over division, while Red Rock, from 100 Mile House, won the 35 and

over division. Shawn Reid, an organizer, says the tournament worked out well on and off the ice, as a dinner and dance at the 100 Mile Community Hall on Nov. 16 was a success as well. “I talked to every team (on Nov. 17) as they came in for their final games,” Reid says. “Some guys were paying the price of their Saturday events, but everyone had a great time and the feedback was nothing but positive. “Every team that

attended was looking forward to next year.” A six-team ladies hockey tournament ran in conjunction in Lac la Hache and added to the weekend, adds Reid, who also thanked local car dealerships who donated vehicles for a “safe ride home program” on Saturday night.

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SERVING THE CARIBOO SINCE 1978.

the organization would help meet their needs. One aim of the Right now, Masun Cariboo Family is working on the Enrichment Centre CFEC’s first ever is to continue serv- membership drive ing and supporting and the 3rd Annual families in the 100 Touch of Christmas Mile House area – for campaign. the long-term and (With Touch of when emerChristmas, gencies arise. the CFEC is And with 4500 looking for people served, donations of their success is food, food remarkable. vouchers, new To do so, toys, and cloththey’ll need ing to distribute a stable and Stephanie to families this ready supply of holiday season. Masun finances, which Masun talks is where Stephanie about shifting the Masun comes in. focus a bit this year, Masun’s position hoping folks consider – fund development teenagers if they make a coordinator – is a brand donation. new one at the Cariboo “People have been Family Enrichment very generous in this Centre (CFEC), a non- community for donatprofit society that helps ing to small children families and individuals and moms and dads,” in the 100 Mile House she says. “Teens are area through a variety sometimes hard to buy of programs and ser- for. People automaticalvices. ly associate teens with Along with assist- gadgets and higher ticking the CFEC achieve et items. But, something its financial goals with like a cash donation a new fund develop- could be turned into ment program, Masun a purchase of hoodie is responsible for things or something else that like enhancing com- teens are really attracted munity awareness, to.”) building partnerships The membership with businesses, com- drive fits into the munity members and CFEC’s new fund develstakeholders, engaging opment program idea. the public and figurMembership numing out what the public bers are a way of wants to engage in. demonstrating a comThe organization’s munity’s support with message about strength- respect to an organizaening personal, family tion, Masun explains. If and community life res- its membership numonates with Masun, who bers are high enough, it has a background in could help the CFEC be public relations and more successful when it a long track record of comes to grant applicacommunity engage- tions. ment. Official mem“I can stand behind bership also gives them any day,” Masun individual members a says of the CFEC. “I strongerconnectiontothe have family here. I’ve organization and more been aware of the of a voice with respect CFEC, and it really fits to its work and what’s in with my personal val- going on in the comues and my goals in the munity. community.” Lisa De Paoli, CFEC In the past, Masun executive director, says worked with Hortons funding is tight everyVentures Inc., an where and hard to come employment services by right now, and the provider, in 100 Mile organization can’t solely House. There, she depend on government referred many clients to coffers to finance its the CFEC for a vari- various programs ety of services, knowing and services. Free Press

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Mental wellness promoted at forum Canim Lake Band event focuses on healing sobriety

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he Mental Wellness Forum held at the Canim Lake Band Community Centre on Oct. 9 had a good response and was an overall success. It coincided with Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) from Oct. 6 to12. Canim Lake Band health administrator Sheila Dick said she was pleased to see about 45 people turn out for the event, including organizers and participants. “What we’re looking at in our region, the Secwepemc area, is trying to put more emphasis on mental wellness and substance use.” The issues of mental health and addiction are sensitive, so it’s not always easy to talk about, Dick said, adding she is gratified to see many band members becoming more open in discussing these topics. “I don’t feel that it is stigmatized as much as it was when I started here. I don’t know if I could have pulled this off a couple of years ago ... it was a subject people didn’t really feel comfortable with.” She also got a lot of support for the forum from staff and band leaders, Dick added, toward its goal of fostering sobriety and mental wellness. “The forum focused a lot on stress because it can lead to depression and other

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Magdeline Boyce checked out the interesting Elders’ booth at the Mental Wellness Forum held at the Canim Lake Band Community Centre on Oct. 9. It featured a display of heritage crafts, photos of the Elders making them, and pouches of herbal remedies.

kinds of ailments.” Plenty of booths, door prizes, a lunch and a lot of information was provided to forum guests. The Elders’ booth was “really neat,” Dick said, with many heritage crafts on display and free pouches of herbal Labrador (Indian) Tea, sage and medicinal bark for participants to take home. She noted the band Elders get together weekly for various activities, including baking; seasonal crafts, which could aid stress and loneliness; joining stu-

dents at the Eliza Archie Memorial School for cultural events; and fundraising. They also enjoy an annual spa day, where they learn more about self-care, and visits with old friends from across British Columbia at the provincial Elders’ Gathering. Trips to other communities help promote pride and belonging, including visits to relatives in Secwepemc communities closer to home. The forum’s keynote presentation – Beyond the Blues – was made by Canadian Mental Health

Association branch director Maggie Patterson-Dickey, offering guidance on mental health and addiction issues, and how to access resources. She was assisted by South Cariboo Health Centre community prevention worker Janine Friesen. Cariboo Friendship Society Aboriginal wellness co-ordinator Mary Thomas, also a former Canim Lake Band health director, then talked about Aboriginal mental health. Dick shared some of her own many experiences from her years spent at residen-

tial school and the effect it also had on her later life and mental wellness. She relayed some history of her grandparents and great-grandparents, and the devastating consequences of smallpox in Secwepemc communities. It is a presentation she also does upon request for Thompson Rivers University and the University of Northern British Columbia. “We had a few younger people there whose parents may have gone to residential school, but never talked about it – because there are

a lot of parents and grandparents who will not talk about it.” Experiences at residential school left many children feeling unwanted and unloved, she explained, with impacts that, even decades later, their sons and daughters may not understand. Other activities included tracing an outline of a person’s body on a large sheet of paper and then having participants of all ages write down what mental wellness means to them. The many definitions of wellness varied from “sobriety” to “being with my grandchildren,” Dick noted. She explained there was also a big kite placed on the wall – corresponding to the MIAW symbol – which had small paper kites with names added to remember loved ones lost to suicide. “It was an exhausting day, but we felt good about it. We felt satisfied we had done something, and I am hoping we did it in a gentle way. Because this is something that has to be approached very carefully.” The health administrator said she hopes to offer more events and resources in the realm of mental wellness and substance use. She noted this is one of the priorities of the Secwepemc (Shuswap) Health Caucus, and the First Nations Health Authority also places much emphasis on these important and life-altering issues.

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Fill Christmas shoebox for children South, Central American delivery destinations

National collections for the Operation Christmas Child which sends shoeboxes full of small items for children in Central and South America are running until Nov. 24. Karen Scott the collection centre coordinator for the local Samaritan’s Purse program, says it is as easy as picking up a few extra items when shopping, such as school supplies, a t-shirt, a pair of socks or sunglasses, hygiene items (such as soap), a toy or even a small musical instrument (like a harmonica). Then fill a shoe box with these items, or better yet, a plastic container about that size that could be reused by the child receiving your gift, Scott explains. Some campaign “shoeboxes” will also be distributed with information brochures across the community. People can pick up these empty boxes at Donex, Fields, Pharmasave, Dollars and Sense, The Bargain Store, Dollarama and the Greyhound Bus Depot. Empty boxes are also available on Sundays at the Evangelical Free Church, St. Timothys Anglican Church, The Bethel Chapel, 100 Mile Baptist Church and the Cariboo Christian Life Fellowship. Shoeboxes can also be purchased online by going to www. samaritanspurse.ca and following the links.

Celebrate Your Special Day at the 108 Mile Ranch!

The 108 Mile Ranch Community Centre has 2 halls to choose from. The main ﬂoor has a 200 seat capacity and a self-contained kitchen. We also have a cozier setting upstairs for small gatherings and weddings to a maximum capacity of 80 people. For inquiries and bookings, call 250-791-5599 To ﬁnd out more or to view photos of our facility, go to: www.108ranch.com/ commnityhall.html

The filled boxes can be dropped off at a local participating church, or during business hours at the 100 Mile House Greyhound bus depot at 214 Cariboo Highway 97 N. Boxes collected in the 100 Mile and area are sent via Greyhound to the Samaritan’s Purse processing centre in Calgary. From there, they are shipped to communities in Central

and South America. In 2013, shoeboxes will be distributed in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Haiti, Ivory Coast, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Uruguay and Venezuela. (This program is unconnected to the other seasonal shoebox program distributed locally through the 100

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Section 20.1 Riparian Development Permit (DP) Area, of the current Green Lake and Area Official Community Plan, is proposed to be as follows: 1. lands within 100 metres instead of 250 metres of the natural boundary of specified lakes be subject to DP; 2. clarify the extent or scope of activities that trigger DP application (e.g. minor soil disruption such as hand digging for a fence would be waived); 3. adding numbering to this section for ease of reference and for future amendments; and Additionally the proposed bylaws shall: 4. correct Schedule “I”, map of Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs), with regards to TNRD listed/protected species; 5. exclude the Unsurveyed Crown land lying between District Lots 4508 & 1906, lying east of the south limit of District Lot 4524, from the CRD subject plan area; and 6. assign designations to the following properties within the CRD: Remainder of District Lot 4494, LLD &, Remainder of District Lot 4486, LLD &, SE ¼ of District Lot 4494, LLD & Remainder of District Lot 4485, LLD.

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All persons who believe that their interest in property may be affected by the proposed Bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing. Those who are unable to attend the Public Hearing may mail, email, hand deliver or fax submissions to either Regional District office, provided that all submissions are received prior to 4:30 p.m. th on the 26 day of November, 2013. The entire content of all submissions will be made public and form a part of the public record for this matter.

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Copies of the proposed Bylaws may be inspected between 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the CRD office OR 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.at the TNRD office, Monday to Friday except Statutory Holidays from November 6, 2013 until November 26, 2013 (see side bar for contact & address information). No representations will be received by the Boards of Directors after the Public Hearing has been concluded.

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Festival Sale fosters global community A world of gifts now available for shoppers in 100 Mile House

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Starting today, Nov. 20, 100 Mile House and area residents can make a purchase that has an impact around the world. A variety of handcrafted gifts, as well as fair trade food products, are available at the Thousand Villages Festival Sale, which goes Nov. 20-23 at the Marmot Ridge Golf Course on Exeter Road in 100 Mile House. The goods – such as pottery, home décor, jewellery, ornaments, musical instruments, textiles, toys and coffee and chocolate – are made by artisans from developing countries all over the world. Organizer Laura Baerg

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A variety of handcrafted gifts made by people in developing countries from around the world, as well as fair trade food products, are available at the Thousand Villages Festival Sale, which goes Nov. 20-23 at the Marmot Ridge Golf Course on Exeter Road.

says the event is about celebrating different cultures and making a difference.

“The emphasis is on the importance of fair trade and the opportunity to

make that decision when you’re buying a Christmas gift,” Baerg says. “The stuff

that’s sold does provide things like housing, health care, education, food and water – really specific things for the artisans around the world that create these things.” Ten Thousand Villages is a non-profit, fair trade organization and proceeds go directly to the artisans who crafted the goods. “For every item you purchase you can find out who makes them, whether it’s a small co-op somewhere or a women’s group from India. They all use sustainable materials too. It’s a lot of recycled products that are used.” The Festival Sale has been coming to 100 Mile House for several years now. It’s Baerg’s second time orga-

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Ladies celebrate several events LAC DES ROCHES The Youth Zone thanks Williams Lake & District Credit Union for their donation to the Healthy Food & Lifestyles Program

• Nov. 20-23 – The Ten Thousand Villages Festival Sale will be held at the Marmot Ridge Golf Course on Exeter Road in 100 Mile House. The sale of handmade gifts from around the world gets underway: Wednesday – 5-8 p.m.; Thursday – 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday – 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Saturday – 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • Nov. 23 – Mile 108 Elementary School will be holding its Winter Bazaar (free admission) at the school from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be crafts, collectables, treasures and gifts, a concession, music, raffle baskets and Santa Claus will be making an appearance. Vendor space and (limited) table rentals are available for $10. To rent a table or for more information, call Erin Hilstad at 250-791-5682. • Nov. 23 – The Watch Lake & District Women’s Institute is holding its annual Christmas craft fair and bake sale at the Watch Lake Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For table bookings, call Helen Eagle at 250-456-2413. • Nov. 24 – Canlan Ice Sports is inviting the public to a 10th Anniversary event at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. There’s cake, a free public skate with a light show and live music. • Nov. 24 – The 100 Mile Festival of the Arts is holding its annual Fall Student Recital, in celebration of Canada Music Week, at the 100 Mile House Evangelical Free Church, starting at 2:30 p.m. Admission is by donation. • Nov. 29 – The South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Moonlight Madness and it is set to go in downtown 100 Mile House. The festivities start at 5 p.m. with the arrival of Santa Claus during the annual Santa Parade. If people who want to put a float in the parade or want to volunteer, they can call Ralph Myhill-Jones at TIMBER MART at 250-395-3835 or e-mail ralph.myhilljones@lonebuttesupply.ca. • Nov. 29 – The South Cariboo Health Foundation is hosting its inaugural Starry Nights – seasonal light up of 100 Mile District General Hospital – in the hospital front parking lot at 7 p.m., after the Santa Claus Parade. There will be entertainment and hot chocolate for participants. Nov. 30 - The Lac la Hache Community Church will be sponsoring the Community Coffeehouse at the LLH Pioneer Centre, a free evening of musical entertainment, from 7 - 9 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. • Nov. 30 – The Psalm 23 Society is hosting a Starfish Awards Dinner & Auction Fundraiser at The Valley Room (behind the Red Coach Inn). Tickets are $50 and tables of eight cost $350. For more details, contact Marvin Declare at 250-4592220 or via email at psalm23society@shaw.ca. • Nov. 30 – A Christmas Bazaar at the Canim Lake Ban Gymnasium will feature craft tables and bake sales, a full canteen, walk-in Bingo and bannock, with proceeds going to the Children’s Christmas Fund. Time is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and cost is $15 a table. For more information, contact Chantil or Deanna at 250-397-2227.

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Lac des Roches ladies on Boultbee Road enjoyed a Sunday morning coffee party to celebrate several events and accomplishments of the residents.

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Wolves abundant this year

snow and several trees uprooted and landed on overhead lines. These trees may account for the many power blips and the five-hour power outage in the area on Nov. 3. Power blips continue to plague the area with many residents having given up on resetting their blinking clocks. Wild weather Terrific wind gusts throughout the day and into the night of Nov. 11 were the hot topic around the neighbourhood the following day. White caps on the lake appeared to be over three feet high. Residents were amazed that there was no power outage considering how many trees blew down. On one lot a grove of large aspen trees snapped off and resembled a stack of pick-up-sticks. The wind, which was surprisingly warm during

the night, lapped up about 10 inches of snow in the exposed fields during a 24-hour period. Warm temperatures for the next few days proceeded to melt the rest of the exposed snow.

Mediocre meters It seems the new electric meters are not so smart after all. Individual residential meters readings are not reaching the central receiving router at McCarthy Road so BC Hydro is not aware of household electricity consumption nor are they automatically aware of power outages in the area. Residents may have noticed that their last BC Hydro bill was estimated, evidence that the system is not fully operational. All smart meters around the lake were being tested by a Corix technician in early November. He indicated that the infrastructure should

be fully working within two months. Outages should still be reported to BC Hydro at 1-888769-3766.

High flyers Flocks of migrating birds have been observed the last few weeks. On Nov. 2, during the snow storm, three large flocks of geese were seen going east and north – nowhere near the southern direction expected. Residents presumed the geese were looking for quiet open water to sit out the storm. Many different ducks have been sighted with one resident surprised to see a golden eye and mallard apparently paired up and travelling together. A pair of swans was seen on Nov. 11 and observant residents are likely to glimpse or hear more as there are often several pairs and small flocks of trumpeter swans that overnight on our lake during their migration.

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Wolves confirmed Several residents have been out driving and hiking the back roads in both Regions 3 and 5 that surround our area during the current hunting season. Although deer and moose sightings are few, the blanket of fresh snow provided considerable evidence of just how plentiful the wolves are this year.

Areas previously known for concentrated deer and moose population show tracks of wolves only, some the size of a man’s hand, and more typical of tracks seen hundreds of miles to the north. Residents who spend a lot of time outdoors will continue to hear the wolves’ howling in the hills all around the lake.

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It would be wise to stock up on some winter maintenance essentials now, before it gets any colder—and ahem, snowier. But besides our snowblower and snow shovels, what do we need? For the average homeowner, rock salt and sand are the most attainable options. But what’s the difference? Which should we use? Rock Salt Rock salt, the mineral form of sodium chloride (table salt), forms in large chunky crystals and is mined from underground deposits. Salt lowers the freezing point of water, so it has traditionally been spread on roads to keep them from getting icy, or to help melt away ice that has already formed. It works in temperatures above -10 degrees C and is an inexpensive option for the task. But it can be very harsh on grass and shrubs and can eat away at concrete and steel. There are also concerns about the impact of salty runoff on the environment, so many municipalities have turned to other materials for snow management. For homeowners using much smaller quantities on a less frequent basis, large bags of rock salt are readily available at hardware and grocery stores in the winter months. Rock salt can irritate a dog’s paws or be harmful to the animal if ingested. A dog’s paws should be cleaned after walking outside on snowy days. Even if you don’t see the ice melt, it may still be on surfaces. A dog that licks its feet after coming inside could experience vomiting or diarrhea. A dog that ingests 4g (less than 1 oz.) of sodium chloride per 1kg (2.3 lbs.) of body weight could die. When using ice-melting products around your pet, consider using non-toxic brands, such as Safe Paws or Morton Safe-T-Pet. These products do not contain salt or chloride. Another alternative for pet owners are dog socks or boots. Simply put the socks or boots on your dog’s paws before going out. The dog’s paws will be protected from any salt that is on the sidewalks. Sand Rock salt melts ice, sand does not. Sand, because it is an abrasive material, is applied to icy roads to provide traction. It can capably create traction on ice at any

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temperature, whereas rock salt is not effective in extreme cold. But sand is only effective if it is on the surface of the ice. If it gets buried under snow, it needs to be reapplied. Excessive amounts of sand can collect into drains and drainage areas, so clean-up of sand after storms is important or you can have problems come spring. For homeowners who want to go with sand to help manage ice on their walks and drives, use sandbox sand as opposed to mason’s sand, which is too fine. Other abrasive materials like kitty litter, saw dust, or wood ashes can be used to create traction on icy walkways if sand is not available. Of course the best solution to preventing ice buildup is to keep the snow off your drive or walkway so that it won’t compact and freeze. Shovel or snowblow early and often. See you on the other side of winter!

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Established in 1902, Cadillac is one of the oldest luxury brands, and continues to be General Motors’ flagship in terms of refinement and technology. Zack Spencer

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Cadillac in the rear-view mirror of the European premium brands 2014 Cadillac CTS One auto trend that shows little sign of waning is the move towards more luxury or premium cars by manufacturers and consumers alike. As baby boomers age, they have earned the nicer things in life, and the offspring of baby boomers are getting used to the finer things in life, so more automakers are moving upscale. The Europeans do luxury and performance better than most and the Japanese luxury brands have been putting in their time to becoming a real force. But long before the Japanese, there have always been the American luxury brands, with many firsts in features and technology. Established in 1902, Cadillac is one of the oldest, along with Mercedes-Benz, and continues to be General Motors’ flagship in terms of refinement and technology. Looks The smaller Cadillac ATS was released a year ago and went on to win the North American Car of the Year award. General Motors has taken that platform and elongated it to produce the lightest mid-sized car in its class. It’s a full 173kg lighter than the benchmark BMW 5-Series it competes against, and 34kg lighter than the outgoing car. A lighter car, made of

Drive With a lighter car high tensile steel, is stiffer, comes a better performsafer, handles better ing car, but the heart of and above all is more any luxury performance efficient. What Cadillac car is a solid engine. On didn’t change was the this front, Cadillac offers edgy design language three options and all they have become known three have more power for. The LED accent lights The longer and than the closest comare especially attractive lower stance of the CTS petitors. The first is the at night and run vertical makes it look athletic, same 2.0L turbocharged compared to most cars’ engine used by the ATS. horizontal approach. The yet elegant. With 272hp it is well longer and lower stance Zack Spencer above the 240hp offered of the CTS makes it look in the BMW 528i. The athletic, yet elegant. The carryover engine is the direct injection one weak area is the back. It lacks the 3.6L V6 with 321hp, again more than same visual punch as the impressive the 300hp in the 535i. The top of range front grille and headlamps. motor, for now, is the Vsport model Inside The new CTS is lighter than with a twin turbocharged version of the BMW but it is a bit smaller inside. the 3.6L engine, putting out 420hp. You It’s not as wide and the back seat is a guessed it, more power than the 400hp bit shorter. Front seat passengers are found in the V8 550i. The Vsport is only treated to plenty of room and a view sold as a rear wheel drive car (RWD) onto the dash is impressive. The centre where all the others are available with console has a touch-screen system all wheel drive (AWD). The catch is that called CUE, which has rich colours and AWD models come with an 8-speed striking graphics. The heat, volume and automatic transmission, but the AWD a few other controls are all touch-senversions are fitted with a 6-speed unit. sitive, meaning they have no dials The steering offers good feedback or switches. The problem is it shows to the driver and the suspension is fingerprints and dust against the shiny smooth, yet lively, and has a nearly black plastic. perfect 50/50 weight distribution.

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Electric vehicles handy in rural areas where are harsh winters are commonplace and distances travelled are greater. But cars like the Smart and i3 maybe have a role to play as a family’s second vehicle in those locations. What do you think? keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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Hall granted $5,000 INTERLAKES Diana Forster 250 593-2155

On Nov. 8, Barb Butler and Jonathan Blais of Farm Credit Canada travelled from Kelowna

to Interlakes Hall to present a $5,000 cheque from the FCC Agri-Spirt Fund to Roe Lake & District Recreation Commission, to help complete the hall’s kitchen. As its name suggests, Farm Credit Canada extends credit to farms across Canada. and has a certain amount of funds available for grants, to “support rural agriculture in Canada.” One of their major

grant recipients are the Canadian 4H Clubs. Interlakes Hall was newly built after a fire destroyed the old hall over 25 years ago, and was sadly lacking in modern conveniences. Now, thanks to a prolific grant-writer in Gyl Connaty, the hall is receiving renovations.

Trail name chosen The new wheelchair accessible trail from

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Interlakes Hall to the Rodeo Grounds has now been christened the “Pioneer Heritage Wilderness Trail.” Several well-known local names were suggested but, rather than offend anyone, the committee chose the word “pioneer.” This honours each and every one of those wellknown families who Continued on B15

Formerly Chrisdyl T-Shirt Emporium

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IN BUSINESS in our Community

She sure knows her shirts!

Sheree Herron

Here are the answers to the November 15 Cariboo Connector ‘Challenge Yourself’ Page.

With over 18 years experience in the t-shirt business around 100 Mile House, Sheree Herron, moved her home-b ased business to town. She just cele brated her first year in her store-front bus iness on July 1, 2013. Sheree's Shirt Shack has a great selection of transfers, and She ree will do custom orders from one to hun dreds on t-shirts, hats, jackets, bags of all types and more. There is a grea t selection of fashions to choose from including a good supply for baby, children and even for your furry best friend. For those unique, personal Chr istmas gifts, call or stop in and see She rree.

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Helping students get on target Colleen Moore moved to 100 Mile House while in high school, and following graduation attended UBC. After earning her Bachelor of Education from UBC, Colleen moved back "home" spending all of her teaching career here. With over 25 years of teaching experience in the classroom, Colleen is excited to offer one-on-one coaching sessions for students in reading, writing and arithmetic. She Colleen Moore has a talent for working with students at any stage of their academic development. Colleen is here to help if you or your child needs support in sharpening math skills, improving fluency in reading or learning to write more creatively. She takes pride in tailoring her approach to fit the learning style of her student. Whether you need structured lessons in these areas or just some guidance editing, improving an essay or resume, Colleen will be happy to provide the assistance needed for success.

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re! Cariboo Girl has the Epicu has lived

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Beverly French is a Cariboo girl, and in the 108 Ranch for over 20 years. s 12 years Bev started with Epicure Selection ago, and loves it. company, "I love that it's a BC founded n." Canadian owned and led by wome ducts are pro se the t "But most of all I love tha re are no the ts, ien made with the purest ingred dyes or fillers.” society Epicure Selections changes as our ducts, pro changes, offering sodium free . free ethnic spices and they are all gluten samples If you've never tried Epicure, Bev has vides a available. The company also pro ts. money back guarantee for all produc Epicure on tion Call Bev for more informa orders, ue log Selections, the products, cata home or tion on-line orders, business informa parties. istmas gifts!"

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DESIGN.INSTALL.REPAIR For All Your Wall And Floor Tile Needs

Melissa Cadsand knows her tile. Growing up in 100 Mile House, Melissa left only for a few years to perfect her chosen trade. She has been in the industry for a long time, professionally for almost 8 years, keeping up to date on new products and setting trends. Melissa loves the art of laying tile, she specializes in designing intricate patterns and has done many detailed works for customers Melissa Cadsand in the South Cariboo. “I love detailed work, some customers have great ideas or maybe they need some help with the design, and I enjoy it all.” Melissa is happy to help you if you are unsure about your tile repairs, whether you think you need to re-grout or re-set or replace cracked tile. She can tile your floors, wall, countertops, showers, and more; using products that are durable and long lasting, including ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone. Give Melissa a call, she offers quality work with a woman’s touch.

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IN BUSINESS in our Community Debbie is a “Jane of all trades”.

Debbie Stephenson is one tale owned a taxidermy business, doented lady, she has light leather work, fly tying and more.s wood carvings, Debbie is a "Jane of all Trades". Drawing on 25 years of experie with a developer in correcting defi nce, two years unaligned doors, squeaky floors andciencies such as She can do it all, then paint, tile and drywall repairs. clean the house and cook you supper. "I don't want to waste your money Deb. "I enjoy meeting the people or my time." says I work for and the variety of the jobs." Call Debbie, your "small job spe home repairs, painting, flooring, cialist" for all your drywall repairs and housecleaning needs.

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Rent for the big event Melissa Shewchuk, a young mother with another one on the way has lived in 100 Mile House for 22 years. Melissa got married last August and found it difficult to locate what she needed for her wedding. She started Cariboo Event Rentals because of the ease it would provide for people living here to obtain event items locally. Melissa Shewchuk "My company is not just for weddings, most of the rentals are very suitable for reunions, anniversaries, and any private party." Cariboo Event Rentals welcomes requests for specific colours, they rent everything from artificial floral arrangements, garlands, candle holders, vases, mirrors, linens, tables, chairs, tents, dishware and more. If there is a special event coming up in your future give Melissa a call, she will be happy to help you celebrate in style.

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Rosi's Alpaca Farm Cafe and B&B A hidden gem in the Cariboo

Rosi and her family are wonderful owners and operators of Rosi's Alpaca Farm Cafe and B&B in Lone Butte and they really know how to spoil their guests. The homemade food is cooked to perfection, the cakes and desserts are absolutely delicious. The ambiance is superb: Lovely building and landscaping, adorable alpacas Rosi Salzbrenner & Friend roaming the impeccably clean grounds and entertaining the lunch and dinner guests. During the winter months, Rosi offers lunch and dinner on Fridays and Saturdays from 11 am to 8 pm. She will also open for special occasions and larger groups outside her regular hours. Please phone her to arrange for birthday parties, anniversaries or Christmas parties. Rosi's husband Thomas has just finished extending the walking trails around the beautiful property. The trails will be maintained throughout the winter as well in case you feel like walking a little after your meal. Rosi also sells hand spun alpaca wool and alpaca wool products such as scarves, mittens, hats, socks and baby blankets. You have to feel how soft it is! Visit TripAdvisor.ca for restaurant reviews! You will find this wonderful restaurant in Lone Butte, just 10 minutes from 100 Mile House. Watch for the sign downtown Lone Butte across from the Heritage Park, cross the railway tracks and keep following the signs for about 2 minutes.

Rosi’s Alpaca Farm, Café & B&B Thomas & Rosi Salzbrenner

7028 Terrace Road, Lone Butte • 250-395-8848

Reservations recommended.

der of SPH Immigration, a division of SPH Consultancy Inc. Shirl ey is a Certified Canadian Immigration Consultant, and a full member of the Canadian Association of Immigration Consulta nts. Shirley achieved a master’s degree in Developing Areas Studies, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Social and Professional Studies, Project Management, and a post graduate diploma in Management. At SPH Consultancy: Immigration Serv ices we represent all levels of immigration including skilled category, family class, work permits, student visas, business class; investor, Shirley Palmer-Hunt entrepreneur, self employed, provincia l nominees, and represent clients befo re Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Shirley is dedicated and earnestly inter ested in her profession, she has open ed doors for many individuals and is ready to help you! Are you interested in business imm igration? Call SPH Consultancy.

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Latter-day Saints in 93 Mile is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and from 6 to 8 p.m. We have many free premium websites to help in your search.

Community events listed must be of a non-profit nature and will be published free of charge one week prior to the event. Deadline for submissions is Friday at noon. Events for the online calendar can be submitted to the calendar feature on the home page at www.100milefreepress.net. However, online calendar submissions are not automatically picked up for the Free Press.

100 MILE q The 100 Mile Bighorn Archery Club’s indoor shooting season is underway at the old Stan Halcro Arena (Agriplex). The sessions go every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. until the end of April (cancelled if it gets below 10 C), and are for archery club members and anyone interested in becoming an archery club member.

103 MILE q The Seventh Day Adventist Church at 103 Mile is inviting all children between the ages of four and 12 to a session of eight meetings with songs, games, Bible stories and snacks each Saturday until Dec. 14. Meetings will go from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Call Jackie at 250-791-5705 for more information. LONE BUTTE q Christmas potluck supper on Dec. 8 at the Lone Butte Community Hall. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., supper at 5. Santa and his elves will be there. Turkey, ham, and all the fixins will be provided by the community association. Bring your favourite veggie, salad, buns or dessert. Donations of nonperishable food, money or gifts would be appreciated for our annual Christmas hampers. For more information and to make sure your child is on Santa's list for gifts call Lona at 250-395-4758 or Chris at 250-395-2006. 108 MILE q Mile 108 Elementary School will be holding its Winter Bazaar (free admission) at the school on Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be crafts, collectables, treasures and gifts, a concession, music, raffle baskets and Santa Claus will be making an appearance. Vendor space and (limited) table rentals are available for $10. Call Erin Hilstad at 250791-5682 for more information. 100 MILE q Carefree Manor, 812 Cariboo

Monika Paterson photo

Evan Seiler posed for a photo with Santa Claus at the Winter Arts & Crafts Fair in the 100 Mile Community Hall on Nov. 9. It was the 36th annual event put on by the 100 Mile & District Arts Council.

Trail in 100 Mile House, is having a Wreath, Craft and Bake Sale on Nov. 30 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Hang your wreath early, do some Christmas shopping and get some baked goods.

There will be food, networking, door prizes and a chance to mingle with almost four dozen local businesses. Call Joanne Doddridge at 250-395-2434 for more information.

100 MILE q Mom’s Self Care is being offered every Tuesday up to and including Nov. 26 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre, #1-486 Birch Avenue. This self-care group focuses on the need for mom’s to take time for themselves, so they can better care for their families – on-site child care available.

100 MILE q The Watch Lake & District Women’s Institute will be having a Christmas bake sale at the Cariboo Mall on Dec. 3.

100 MILE q The Love 100 Mile House project participants invite everyone to come out and celebrate their business website launch by hosting an open house in the 100 Mile Curling Club (upstairs), 6-7 p.m. on Nov. 27.

100 MILE q Would you like to become a South Cariboo Holiday Dinner Host – a new program that matches local people with newcomers to the South Cariboo area for a one-time dining experience. You provide your time, community knowledge, and a home-cooked meal, and in return, you get the chance to learn about a new culture or connect with someone from your cultural background. To learn

more, contact the Welcoming Communities co-ordinator Kimberly at kimberly@ caribooliteracy.com or phone 778482-0090. 100 MILE q The Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre Early Years Program is accepting donations of non-perishable food items, including infant food and formula, baby wipes, winter maternity wear and infant winter wear, including snow suits and boots. Donations accepted Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 250-395-5155 for more information. WATCH LAKE q The Watch Lake-North Green Lake Volunteer Fire Department is in dire need of volunteers, or there is a possibility the department will be forced to close. For information about volunteering, call fire chief Andy Palaniak at 250-456-7460. 100 MILE q Parents Helping Parents meetings focus on complex behavioural issues, such as FASD, ADHD, Autism and ODD, and are being held at the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre, #1-486 Birch Ave. The free drop-in sessions run every second Wednesday until June 26 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 250395-5155. 100 MILE q 100 Mile Legion has fundraising meat draws from 3 to 5 p.m. every Saturday. There are two chessboards and pool tables available for use free of charge. Members and bona fide guests are welcome. Red Fridays are every second Friday. For more information, call 250-395-2511.

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The 100 Mile House Wranglers honoured Remembrance Day before a game against the Chase Heat at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre on Nov. 11.

100 MILE q The Family History Centre at The Church of Jesus Christ of

100 MILE q The 100 Mile House & District Garden Club meets the fourth Saturday of the month, except for July, August and December, in the multipurpose room of the 100 Mile District General Hospital from 10 a.m. to noon. There are membership or drop-in fees. For information, call Lindsay Roberts at 250-791-5756 or Debbie Porter at 250-791-6472. 100 MILE q Horse Lake Christian Fellowship hosts Kidz Club every Monday (except school holidays) for three- to 14-year-olds from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Christian-based activities, fun and games. For more information, call 250-395-1070. 108 MILE q StrongStart at Mile 108 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 250-791-5221 or Jackie at 250-791-0004. FOREST GROVE q The Royal Canadian Legion Forest Grove Branch 261 holds crib Thursdays at 8 p.m., darts every Saturday at 3 p.m., and a meat draw every Saturday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. INTERLAKES q The Roe Lake and District Recreational meeting is on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Interlakes Hall. Everyone is welcome. Phone 250-593-4354 for more information. LAC LA HACHE q The Lac la Hache TOPS chapter 5282 co-ed weightloss support group meets Wednesdays from 8:30-10 a.m. at 3830 Emerald Cres. For more information, contact Hetty at 250396-4253 or Judy at 250-396-7298. LAC LA HACHE q StrongStart at Lac la Hache Elementary School is free, so drop in and play. Families with children up to age five are welcome on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.noon. For information, call the school at 250-396-7230 or Jennifer at 250-791-6675.

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Roe Lake & District Recreation Commission’s Gyl Connaty, centre, happily accepted a $5,000 cheque from by Barb Butler, left, and Jonathan Blais of Farm Credit Canada on Nov. 8. The money will be used toward completing the Interlakes Community Hall kitchen.

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braved the elements and the loneliness to enjoy the spectacular beauty of this area in the early 20th century, long before the term “Interlakes” was coined by the Lions in 1976. Book club Bridge L ake Community School Book Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, to discuss An Irish Country Doctor, by Patrick Taylor. Call 250593-2264 for venue. Celebrations A very happy birthday

is wished for Michelle Nedved, Sibylle Vogel, Celia Visscher and Terry Brassington. Calendar Call the writer for contact numbers. • Teen Space meets 5:30 to 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 22 at Interlakes Hall. All youth aged 12 and up are welcome. • Crib, Deka Firehall, 7:30 p.m., Nov. 22. • Roe Lake & District Recreation Commission meets 7 p.m., Nov. 27 at Interlakes Hall, followed by an Interlakes Community Association meeting at 7:30 p.m.

How Do You Spell Fun? Have a ball, play BINGO and support your favorite charity. MONDAY

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‘Light Up 100 Mile’ The South Cariboo Chamber urges all businesses to participate in dressing up for Christmas.

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Lac la Hache hunter rescues bird

Injured sandhill crane on the way to rehabilitation

the food that was supplied to him – even enjoying the company of a few chickens.” Young dropped the crane off at the Animal Care Hospital in Williams Lake where the vet did a thorough examination. Young says the vet was pleased with the condition of the bird, as it showed great improvement in his health over the few days the crane was in his care. From having a wobbly stance and poor stool quality, Young says the crane had begun to eat well and getting around much better and his system seemed to be working properly. The crane, a mature bird and male by his markings, gained attitude and began to bite at his rescuers, he adds. On Nov. 5, the crane made his way by plane to the Burnaby Wildlife Rescue Centre. Noting there were fox and coyote tracks in snow on the road where the crane was found, Young says, “I believed I made the right decision.”

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Lac la Hache resident Gary Young came across this distressed sandhill crane on a recent hunting trip near Maze Lake. He housed the crane in his back yard until he could get it to the Animal Care Hospital in Williams Lake.

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By Monika Paterson Lac la Hache resident Gary Young rescued a beautiful sandhill crane from certain demise when he was out hunting on a remote forestry road near Maze Lake recently. Young says he noticed the sandhill crane far from any open spaces and there were no other cranes in the area. Watching the bird, he noticed it struggle to walk, not able to fly and becoming entangled. This is not a normal thing, Young says, adding wildlife generally can look after themselves but not in this case. Upon returning home, he phoned numerous wildlife agencies and was eventually put in contact with Second Chance Rescue in Quesnel. They advised him on how to care for the bird until Young was able to get the bird to a veterinarian for examination before being flown to the Burnaby Wildlife Rescue Centre. “The crane took well to our backyard and impromptu shelter and