100 Mile House Free Press, January 01, 2014

The voice of the South Cariboo since 1960

How to reach us: Ph: 250-395-2219 Fax: 250-395-3939 www.100milefreepress.net mail@100milefreepress.net

$1.30 includes GST

JANUARY 1, 2014

One Section, 32 pages

Cruising in to 2014

100milefreepress.net

Val Severin photo

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

ANDRES CAR AUDIO WEST KELOWNA

KELOWNA

1881 Harvey Avenue (250) 860-1975

2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600

PENTICTON

101-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. (250) 493-3800

#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600

V1501 ERNON 200-3107 - 48th Ave. 1399 41.91 542-3000 (250)

1050

ANDRES WIRELESS

VERNON

200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 542-3000

KELOWNA

2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600

Villiage Green Mall (250) 542-1496

PENTICTON

101-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. (250) 493-3800

KAMLOOPS

745 Notre Dame Drive (250) 851-8700

ANDRES WIRELESS TM

8.0

Cherry Lane Mall (250) 493-4566

WEST KELOWNA

KELOWNA

#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600

2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600

WEST KELOWNA #200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600

CASTLEGAR

Aberdeen Mall (250) 377-8880

215 - 450 Lansdowne Mall SpeakerCraft (250) 377-8007

CRANBROOK

200-1965 Columbia Ave. 101 Kootenay St. North (250) 365-6455 (250) 426-8927

®

TELUS KIOSK

NELSON

Chahko Mika Mall (250) 352-7258

PRINCE GEORGE WILLIAMS L AKE 100 MILE H OUSE

300 St. Paul Str. (250) 377-3773

KELOWNA

2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600

745 Notre Dame Drive (250) 851-8700 25.47

VERNON

200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 542-3000

2591A Vance Rd. (250) 563-4447

299 Oliver Str. (250) 398-8522

916 Alpine Ave. (250) 395-4015

154 Victoria Str (250) 314-9944

WEST KELOWNA #200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600

KAMLOOPS

VERNON

PENTICTON

VERNON

*Easy Tablet is only available to existing TELUS mobility customers with minimum three months tenure or greater and good payment history, subject to existing credit policy. Not available to customers on the credit limit program. Only available at participating locations. Customers must subscribe to an eligible monthly TELUS tablet rate plan in order to qualify for the Easy Tablet o er. The monthly Easy Tablet repayment charge is subject to applicable taxes. If the service agreement is cancelled before the end of the term, the remaining balance of the purchase price will be applied as a one-time charge to the account, along with a $50 cancellation fee in applicable provinces. Once the purchase price has been paid, the service will continue on a month-to-month basis without the monthly charge for the tablet. †16 GB iPad mini is $0 up front. You pay the rest of the purchase price over time by adding $19.12 per month to your monthly rate plan on a 2 year term. Taxes, long distance, additional airtime, roaming and pay-per-use charges are extra. ‡Based on testing of voice-call success rates, data-session completion rates and industry-standard call-quality measures against other national wireless service providers in metropolitan areas across Canada. TELUS and the TELUS logo are trademarks of TELUS Corporation, used under licence. TM and © 2013 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2013 TELUS.

745 Notre Dame Drive 200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 851-8700 (250) 542-3000

NG YI BU

Y IT N U M M CO

849 KAMLOOPS

ANDRES WIRELESS ANDRES WIRELESS ANDRES B USINESS ANDRES CAR AUDIO

ER W PO

KELOWNA CAR AUDIO KAMLOOPS CAR AUDIO WEST KELOWNA EX PE RT IS E

k/

2

E IC R P

1881 Harvey Avenue (250) 860-1975

WE WILL NOT BE BEAT!

154 Victoria Str (250) 314-9944

100 MILE H OUSE WILLIAMS L AKE 916 Alpine Ave. (250) 395-4015

299 Oliver Str. (250) 398-8522

#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600

VERNON

200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 542-3000

101-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. 200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 493-3800 (250) 542-3000

KAMLOOPS

745 Notre Dame Drive (250) 851-8700

PRINCE GEORGE 2591A Vance Rd. (250) 563-4447

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

www.100milefreepress.net

2013: January in review

FAST bytes

Week 1 – Jan. 2 Buffalo Creek school closure looms Parents turned out for a public forum at Buffalo Creek Elementary School to talk about its proposed closure.

The school board asked for input on its Initial Options Report, and Parent Advisory Council president Julie Dewsbury voiced significant concerns.

Permit expanded despite complaints The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) issued a development variance permit at Green Lake that raised the hackles of some neighbours.

After they had reported the construction went beyond the scope of the initial permit, the building inspector slapped a stop-work order on the project – but the work continued.

Toxic material ditched A hazardous resin spill at Barrett Road on Highway 24 was still being cleaned up in the 2013 New Year.

A tandem trailer had flipped in the ditch on Dec. 17, 2012, bursting a bladder full of phenol formaldehyde resin. A hastily constructed berm kept it out of nearby Attwood Creek.

Week 2 – Jan. 9 B.C.’s credit rating sinks A drop in British Columbia’s credit rating to AAA-negative from an AAA-stable level led thenBC Conservatives Leader John Cummins to blame the B.C. Liberal government for its growing debt load.

Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett noted uncertainty in the global economy and local resource industries inhibited her government’s ability to pay the debt load down.

Mine project clarification needed The New Prosperity Gold-Copper Mine Project Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was assigned 50 new information requests (IRs) by a federal review panel.

The query topics included water quality, tailings storage, fish habitat, species at risk, soil contamination, old forest losses and many others.

However, Taseko Mines’ spokes-

3

SAW FILER TRAINING

File photo

At the Jan. 24 woodland agreement signing, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO) 100 Mile House Forest District manager Pat Byrne, left, joins Canim Lake Band (CLB) Councillor Jesse Archie, MFLNRO regional executive director Gerry MacDougall, CLB forester John Kalmokoff, Chief Mike Archie, Elder Mitch Theodore, Coun. Eddie Dixon, Coun. Andrea Boyce and Melvin Paul of CLB natural resources.

person Brian Battison said it wasn’t unusual to see this number of IRs at that stage of the process.

Old septic tanks unsettling The CRD directors asked staff to investigate potential changes to add septic approvals back onto building permit applications.

The motion went forward after concerns about a major renovation underway at an aging, lakefront dwelling that had expanded in size and occupancy, but didn’t require septic approvals.

Week 3 – Jan. 16 Contaminated water at Canim Lake Residents on the Canim Lake Estates water system were still under a Do Not Use Water notice due to a contamination of the system.

After an odour and unusual taste was detected, the CRD and Interior Health investigations subsequently isolated the problem to a toxic roof liner on a reservoir.

Lac la Hache school closure considered A notice of motion to begin the 90-day public process to close Lac la Hache Elementary School was made at the Jan. 8, 2013 School District #27 (SD27) meeting.

The school’s Parent Advisory Council president called the idea

New Year’s message

By Donna Barnett My hope is the New Prosperity Gold-Copper Mine project will be approved.

My wish is for peace health and happiness.

My only resolution is to continue to work hard for the Cariboo-Chilcotin and rural British Columbia.

Donna Barnett is the Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA.

Donna Barnett

“totally disheartening.”

It wasn’t one of the considerations in the board’s Initial Options Report, but it was supported in some of its public feedback.

Blaze destroys home An overnight fire in 70 Mile House destroyed a home on Pine Road on Jan. 8, 2013.

The homeowner got up at 3 a.m. and saw the flames, exclaiming “damn, the house is on fire!” The blaze quickly broke through the window, and the seniors couldn’t even stop to grab a coat.

The community responded quickly after a call went out for clothing and other donations.

Week 4 – Jan. 23 Beetle action rural recommendations British Columbia’s three regional Beetle Action Coalitions released the final paper in the Rural BC Project with recommendations for rural economic development in the province.

The project’s goal was to increase awareness of the unique challenges faced by rural B.C. communities and find constructive recommendations on how to meet them.

Ice dams cause leaks Local contractor Ralf Baechmann provided advice after many local houses experienced leaking roofs.

The heavy snowfall and variable temperatures caused ice dams on roofs with a lower pitch and insufficient insulation. Melting snow over warmer areas froze when it reached colder edges over the eaves, backing the water up under the shingles and into the homes.

Missing women report The final report on the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry outlined critical and systemic failures in a five-year investigation into missing and murdered women.

Ending Violence Association of BC regional co-ordinator Gail Edinger, of 100 Mile House, said there weren’t enough womencentred programs offering support, and anti-violence advocacy/support sectors were sorely over-taxed.

Week 5 – Jan. 30 French immersion benefits The South Cariboo chapter of Canadian Parents for French (SCCPF) encouraged families with children starting kindergarten in 2013 to consider enrolling them in French immersion.

SCCPF vice-president Keri Donnelly noted that even children finishing kindergarten in 2013 had opportunities to enrol in Grade 1 French immersion in the fall.

French immersion is designed to produce functionally bilingual students, she explained.

First Nations woodland agreement The Canim Lake Band made history when it successfully obtained a First Nations Woodlands licence in B.C. Only the second community to achieve this, the band had pursued a woodland agreement for decades.

The licence allows the band to harvest up to 20,000 cubic metres of timber each year from about 20,000 hectares of Crown land, on a 25-year perpetually renewable term.

Two local schools close On Jan. 22, SD27 trustees decided to close Buffalo Creek Elementary School and 100 Mile House Junior Secondary.

The school board consulted the public on several proposed school closures and reconfigurations when the district faced annual budget shortages of $800,000 in 2013/14, with further reductions after that.

Some people expressed strong opposition to the closures, but overall reactions across the district were mixed.

The Thompson Rivers University (TRU) campus in Williams Lake was chosen for the recent launch of the Saw Filer training program for British Columbia’s lumber industry.

Resource Training Organization of BC spearheaded the relocation of the program from Burnaby because it logistically made sense to be in the Interior, due to the proximity to the industry.

Apprenticeship training will continue at TRU in 2014.

HEART SURGERY The Interior Health Cardiac Surgery Program marked its one year anniversary in December.

Premier Christy Clark, MLA for WestsideKelowna, says the availability of cardiac surgery in Kelowna has been a great benefit for patients from throughout the Interior.

More than 500 surgeries have been performed on patients from across the Interior since the program’s first open heart surgery on Dec. 3, 2012.

LICENCES PULLED The provincial government is taking unique measures to improve collections on overdue environmental court penalties.

Those with outstanding penalties who hold fishing or hunting licences will have them revoked until outstanding penalties are paid in full. It also publicly named the 18 businesses and 155 individuals owing these fines to the province or the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation.

Learn more at www. env.gov.bc.ca/main/ compliance-reporting.

4

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

Week 6 – Feb. 6 Taxes drop from projected net-zero The Cariboo Regional District’s (CRD) public consultation meeting in 100 Mile House on Jan. 30 revealed its preliminary budget and expected impacts on taxation.

While the board had set a zero-increase target the previous fall, it actually revealed an improvement over that goal, with a 1.2 per cent decrease from 2012’s taxes for 2013.

PST draft statute made public The B.C. Liberal government released an early draft consolidation of the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) statute to take effect April 1 (once approved in legislature).

Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett noted the transition back to the PST and GST was “extremely complicated.”

The BC NDP stated that releasing the draft statute outside the legislature was “unacceptable and inappropriate.”

Still no water for Canim Lake Estates Canim Lake Estates residents continued to

2013: February in review Bus schedule reduced to twice daily Greyhound Canada was approved to cut the minimum three daily buses through 100 Mile House down to two.

It received the official thumbs up from the Passenger Transportation Board to reduce its Prince George-Vancouver route, and 14 others across the province, to help mitigate $14.1 million in 2011/12 fiscal year losses.

File photo

Karen Zabaras of the Interior Health Authority showed Rob Anderson, left, Bruce Williams and Iztok Pirc samples of the first and second liners installed in the main reservoir of the Canim Lake Estates water system. She also provided information about the VOC contaminants found in the water samples taken in January.

struggle without usable running water when British Columbia’s medical health officer further delayed lifting a Do Not Use order on their water system.

While the cause was isolated to an incorrect polyvinyl chloride (PVC) liner installed in the reservoir roof on Dec. 20, 2012, there were difficulties with gaining information on exactly what else was in it.

Week 7 – Feb. 13 Fire department service sharing 100 Mile House Fire-

Rescue chief Darrell Blades brought forward an idea for shared fire department services in the South Cariboo.

The proposal involved investigating shared, non-core services between local fire departments to better cover costs and personnel that were “getting strapped” and potentially deterring new members.

Children’s water park 100 Mile House Waterpark Committee members were pleased when the District of

New Year’s message

By Al Richmond I’m not one to make predictions, but I am looking forward to seeing recycling implementation at our transfer stations.

Residents have been asking for more opportunity to do recycling and I am pleased we will be able to provide that opportunity.

In the South Cariboo, I am encouraged by the Al commitment of West Fraser to do some recapitalRichmond ization of its operation in 100 Mile. This should send a strong message to our communities that West Fraser is committed to being an important partner in the Cariboo.

The new owners of the Ainsworth operations in 100 Mile will be visiting the plant in the new year, and we look forward to meeting with them to discuss their plans for the operation and welcome their investment in the South Cariboo.

I look forward to building stronger relationships with School District 27 and Thompson Rivers University to strengthen educational opportunities for all of our residents.

I am optimistic that after a number of years of economic challenges, we will see significant improvement in our local economies that will make the South Cariboo a better place to live work and play.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a happy and prosperous new year.

Al Richmond is the chair of the Cariboo Regional District chair.

100 Mile House council endorsed their project proposal for Centennial Park on Feb. 5.

Certain conditions imposed included that 100 per cent of the funds for the design, construction and the lift station be secured before starting construction.

Recreation services input The CRD began seeking broader public input on the future of South Cariboo recreation facilities.

CRD chair Al Richmond said the board was reacting to residents’ requests to include more facilities, such as for sports and arts-and-culture, within its recreation function.

It would amend the bylaw to allow more funding flexibility.

Week 8 – Feb. 20 Throne speech spurned Premier Christy Clark’s throne speech focused on liquefied natural gas (LNG)

exports to Asia that would bring billions of dollars in revenue to fuel the future economy.

However, the NDP throttled the plan, saying those were “unreliable predictions” and pointing to a budget half a billion dollars off the previous forecast.

Sustainable water study District of 100 Mile House was successful in getting $265,000 from its Gas Tax funding application to do a study on efficient use of water for the district now and into the future.

Garry Laursen, district director of operations, said the study would be about water source, protection and treatment to ensure a good sustainable water supply.

On Feb. 5, 2013, councillors received a staff report, Plan for the Efficient Use of Clean Water, to get things rolling.

Week 9 – Feb. 27 Local slaughter capacity returns The South Cariboo finally secured a local meat abattoir for provincially-inspected, red-meat slaughter, after several years of intense lobbying to government.

Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick told District of 100 Mile House council on Feb. 22 that a mobile abattoir unit would be permanently installed at a local facility to reinstate a capacity for

licensed slaughter of beef, lamb, pork and goat.

RCMP commander’s retirement 100 Mile House RCMP Staff Sgt. Brian Coldwell retired after 33 years on the force.

He led the local detachment for the preceding three years, and for about eight years previously (from 1986-94).

Coldwell said he would not leave the community as he and his wife had moved to the South Cariboo with the intention of remaining after he retired.

PSO gym plans scrapped School District #27 trustees cancelled plans to enlarge the gymnasium at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School (PSO).

The school board told concerned teachers, parents and staff the expansion plan exceeded ministryallotted “design space” for PSO.

Happy 2014 to our valued customers!

Prosit Neujahr!

Diana’s Deli Team

European Specialities Open: Mon. - Fri. 10am - 5pm Hwy 97 • 250-395-3315 • Next door to Save-On Foods

A. Binns & Company Inc. Accounting & Income Tax Service

• Personal & Corporate Income Tax • Financial Statements • Bookkeeping

Cariboo Boilers

• HST & Payroll • Accounting • Business Consulting

Your Local Central Boiler Dealers Gary & Donna Milward

Regular Hours Mon. - Fri. 8:30am - 4:30pm 3-441 Alder Ave. 100 Mile House. Next to Re/Max

Box 520, Clinton, B.C V0K 1K0 Phone: 250-459-2715 • Fax: 250-459-2711 caribooboilers@bcwireless.ca www.caribooboilers.ca

Angela Binns, Certified General Accountant

Ph: 250.395.8830 Fax: 250.395.8998

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Week 10 – March 6 Barnett on B.C Forests In a speech to legislature, CaribooChilcotin MLA Donna Barnett said the British Columbia forestry industry is “alive and well” despite pine beetle infestation, and the B.C. Liberal government was working with business and First Nations.

She added this was in “sharp contrast to the NDP record” on forestry management.

However, then-NDP candidate Charlie Wyse pointed to a loss of 30,000 jobs in the forest industry under the B.C. Liberals.

Mine queries answered Taseko Mines responded to the 50 information requests (IRs) issued by the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency review panel in December 2012.

The IRs were for the Environmental Impact Statement on the New Prosperity GoldCopper Mine Project, and Taseko’s response constituted 800 pages of material.

Halpenny: no new care beds Interior Health Authority (IHA) president and CEO Dr. Robert Halpenny visited the South Cariboo Health Centre on Feb. 28.

He talked about current priorities in IHA, such as working on its budget for next year.

Halpenny said the new, unopened longterm care beds at Fischer Place will not be made available until the need in “the whole of IHA” justifies doing that.

Week 11 – March 13 Assembly sought Ervin Charleyboy said there are Tsilhqot’in First Nation people in favour of New Prosperity Mine, but afraid to go public on it.

The Tsilhqot’in

2013: March in review The Citizens of the Year were Tom and Maryann Rutledge and Garry and Elsie Babcock, who had all worked tirelessly for years in the 100 Mile & District Historical Society, especially on the 108 Mile Heritage Site.

Health budget shrinks The B.C. Liberal government said Budget 2013 would protect health services, while at the same time, constrain spending growth to an annual average of 1.5 per cent The Ministry of Health budget growth was to be reduced to an annual average of 2.6 per cent through savings and spending efficiencies. This amounted to $234 million less than government had forecast in 2012.

File photo

Students at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School now have the opportunity to earn basic firefighter certification in the school’s new PSO Fire Training Services Program. Morgan Thomas practised a wall breach as part of the day’s lesson on March 14, using one of the many pieces of training apparatus that have been built or donated for the program.

National Government publicly denounced the mine on behalf of its people, but Charleyboy said these chiefs don’t listen to their members.

A Nation Assembly 5x7 should be held toinches see how other Tsilhqot’in people were feeling

about the mine, he added.

Citizens awarded The 2012 Citizen of the Year award was handed out at the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards gala banquet on March 9.

Week 12 – March 20 PSO gym approved after all The planned, and then cancelled, proposal for a gymnasium expansion at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School (PSO) was once again back on the books at School District #27 (SD27).

Then-SD27 chair Will Van Osch credited local MLA Donna Barnett for bringing it to the attention of Education Minister Don McRae who met with the school board

File photo

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

Your family depends on you to arrive

and stepped in to make the project happen.

Prosperity open house popular A New Prosperity Mine Open House on March 16 had an estimated 200-plus people turn up at 100 Mile Community Hall.

Information tables all across the room were manned by mine proponent, Taseko Mines Ltd., and other project supporters, as well as various mine opponents. All presented information about their individual viewpoints and research.

Donex sold to businessman Colin Munro Longtime Donex Pharmacy & Department Store owners Dave and Gordon Dickie sold the family business.

The roots of the family business go back to Spencer-Dickie Drugs in Quesnel founded in 1955, leading to Spencer-Dickie Drugs opening in 100 Mile House in 1967, which was renamed Donex Pharmacy in 1983.

“Donex” was derived from a logo of their dad, Don’s, name with a mortar and pestle forming an X.

tion earmarked a funding framework to firm up the new industry-led, formulafunded Destination BC to market B.C.’s tourism resources.

The Crown corporation was established to provide greater transparency and funding certainty for industry stakeholders and taxpayers.

Flight 21 memorial Local resident Ruth Peterson formulated

www.100milefreepress.net

a plan to build a rock cairn near 100 Mile House Airport.

It would be a memorial to the 52 people who lost their lives in the plane crash of Canadian Pacific Air Lines Flight 21 nearly 48 years earlier.

A monument would bring awareness to the tragic event and provide an accessible site for victims’ family and friends to reflect on their loved ones.

From all of us at 250-395-4227 195 B Birch Ave. 100 Mile House (Beside the Outlaw)

Thank You

To all my friends and customers for your support over the past year.

A special thanks to everyone who helped raise my barn and celebrate its raising. I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas!

Wishing you all the very best in the New Year, 2014.

Ann & all of us at Circle H Ranch

Week 13 – March 27 Budget reveals deficit Canada’s 3 5/16 x 5 Conservative government announced yet another deficit budget.

Revenues for 2013/14 were forecasted at almost $264 billion, with spending at about $283 billion, for a $19-billion deficit.

Critics said deficits and borrowing are catching up with taxpayers, but Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo MP Cathy McLeod said it was “a great budget for the economic environment that we are in.”

She explained a key Your family depends on you aspect of Economic Action Plan 2013 was to drive safely. Plan ahead and moving back to a baldrive for the conditions. anced budget.

Tourism marketing funded Provincial legisla-

5

Know before you go.

DriveBC.ca ShiftIntoWinter.ca

6

www.100milefreepress.net

Week 14 – April 3 Prosperity project gets more IRs The Federal Review Panel for the New Prosperity GoldCopper Mine Project requested more information after receiving Taseko Mines Ltd.’s March 1 responses to 50 previous information requests (IRs).

The panel requested 11 supplementary IRs, noting it also considered comments and information received in a 15-day public input period.

Transfer station pilot About 40 people turned out to a Cariboo Regional District (CRD) public meeting to discuss a pilot project at the Lac la Hache Transfer Station.

As part of the CRD’s Solid Waste Management Plan, the transfer station was chosen for a pilot project that added recycling, gated and controlled access, wood waste collection and some other cost-saving changes.

Canlan plans more events Canlan Ice Sports signed an agreement with the CRD to expand its management function at the South Cariboo Recreation Centre.

Canlan general manager Josh Dickerson said it would now be holding more events, as Canlan wanted to

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

2013: April in review South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce president Tom Bachynski said some businesses were reporting the transition back wasn’t actually as smooth as they’d hoped.

However, most feedback indicated “what a shame” it was to have to go back to the twotiered system, he noted.

File photo

100 Mile & District Historical Society members Elsie and Garry Babcock, left, District of 100 Mile House Councillor Bill Hadden, Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett, Mayor Mitch Campsall, and society members MaryAnn and Tom Rutledge celebrated funding for The Lodge on April 13.

get into community programming more to “cover all the bases” and provide more than hockey and skating opportunities.

Week 15 – April 10 HST gone, PST restored The elimination of British Columbia’s controversial Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) on April 1 seemed to have marginal to moderate impacts for some South Cariboo businesses.

Many local retailers and service companies had to register and revamp equipment and bookkeeping for the return to Provincial Sales Tax (PST), but most of those asked about it indicated they’d had a smooth transition.

Municipal spruce-up budgeted District of 100 Mile House mayor

and council invited municipal taxpayers to a public meeting about the district’s 2013-2017 five-year financial plan.

Mayor Mitch Campsall said he was confident about getting a fair amount of work done in 2013, including sprucing up the downtown core and constructing a sidewalk from Save-On-Foods to Pioneer Haven.

Recreation service boundaries A public meeting in Lone Butte discussed more about a proposal to expand recreation services and the taxation base.

Local statistics estimated about 85 per cent of soccer participants and 65 per cent of Martin Exeter Hall users lived outside of the CRD’s recreation taxation area that included the District of 100 Mile House and

File photo

The Common Redpoll carries salmonella bacterium, which is suspected to be the cause of numerous dead birds and sick cats this spring. While it is not rare, current cases in the South Cariboo appear to be significantly higher than normal.

certain parts of Areas G, H and L. Week 16 – April 17 Budget to boost education B.C. Finance Minister Michael de Jong said the province’s budget 2013 included education funding that would continue to rise over the three-year fiscal plan to nearly $5.4 billion.

The money for this and other budget items was to come from projected revenue increases, a one per cent corporate tax hike and surplus property and asset sales.

Dead birds lead to sick cats A rash of dead Redpoll birds in the South Cariboo in the late 2012/13 winter led to some sick cats.

The cause was likely salmonella, which also poses a health risk for humans.

Trudy Chatwin, species-at-risk biologist with the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, said there had been a “noticeable increase” in dead birds, and advised local residents to take hygiene precautions with feeders and dead birds.

Tax transition talk The return to the PST and Goods and Services Tax (GST) system in B.C. on April 1, 2013 began to garner some local business attention.

Week 17 – April 24 District aims for debtfree status District of 100 Mile House council released it 2013-2017 Financial Plan on April 16.

Mayor Mitch Campsall said he was “very excited” about council’s goal for a debt-free District by 2019.

The District was to pay more than $140,000 in interest payments last year – a big chunk of change the mayor noted could be better spent on needed projects.

Candidates face off before election Local politicians

vying to be elected as the constituency’s MLA in the May 14 provincial election presented their platforms at an all-candidates forum in the Valley Room on April 18.

Cariboo-Chilcotin candidates Donna Barnett (B.C. Liberal), Charlie Wyse (NDP), Dustin Price (Green Party of B.C.) and Gary Young (Independent) spoke on the hot topics and answered questions.

Farmers’ market moves The South Cariboo Farmers’ Market was approved to relocate to downtown Birch Avenue as a trial run for the 2013 season.

Its new home was located in front of the 100 Mile Community Hall, and on the west half of Third Street that would be closed from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. each Friday from May 10 to Sept. 27.

2014 Thompson-Nicola Regional District Board of Directors Regular Meetings are scheduled for 1:15 pm on the following Thursdays in the Boardroom of the TNRD Civic Building located at 300 – 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A9.

January February March April May June July August September October November December

16 and 30 20 13 and 27 17 8 and 22 19 17 21 – Out of Town, location TBA 18 9 and 23 6 and 20 11 – at 7:00 pm

READ ALL ABOUT IT!

in this week’s

Connector Cariboo

WRANGLERS END 2013 IN SECOND PLACE Plus stories on:

• B.C. 2013 quiz • Fish Report • NDP opposes Site C exemptions • Don’t spread festive bug

FLYERS: • Save-On-Foods • Safeway • Pharmasave • Sears • Walmart • London Drugs • JYSK • Real Canadian Wholesale Club

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

www.100milefreepress.net

Northern Gateway passes panel scrutiny

Carole Rooney Free Press

A Joint Review Panel has recommended that the federal government approve the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway Project project, subject to 209 required conditions.

The panel found that, providing it meets the conditions set out in its report, the project would be in the public interest to proceed.

Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett said the next day (Dec. 20) that she had not yet seen the report, but planned to go through it over the Christmas break.

“I haven’t read it, but it has got 209 conditions, and it has got a long way to go.”

Barnett noted all 209 panel conditions must be met – and possibly more could arise – before it can get the federal nod.

“Environment Minister Mary Pollock has said that, depending on what the federal cabinet decides, the proponents are part way – a very small way – to meeting one of British Columbia’s conditions, and that was to pass the environmental review.”

Meanwhile, the BC NDP are calling on Premier Christy Clark

250-395-7494

to take action to protect the most important con- Enbridge project leader B.C.’s economy ditions will be has also agreed to work and environ[ensuring] that toward meeting the five ment and stop there is no spill, conditions, noting she the Enbridge and if there is “saw that on the news.” pipeline from a spill, how are The panel concluded proceeding. you going to the environmental bur“Throughout respond to it in dens associated with the the review proa quick man- project can generally be cess, British ner so creeks, effectively mitigated Donna Columbians streams, oceans and continued monitorBarnett demonstrated and lakes are ing, scientific research their overwhelm- protected. We have to and adaptive manageing opposition to the take care of those things.” ment could further Enbridge pipeline, The other three con- reduce adverse effects. including the B.C. ditions: Aboriginal and It found Northern government’s own sub- treaty rights must be Gateway had taken mission to the panel,” addressed; First Nations steps to minimize the said NDP Leader are provided with likelihood of a large Adrian Dix. opportunities to partici- spill through its precau“The premier must pate in the project; and tionary design approach match her actions to her B.C. receives compensa- and safety systems, and words and tell Prime tion in a fair share of the after mitigation, the Minister [Stephen] financial benefits of the likelihood of significant Harper that B.C. oppos- pipeline have all yet to adverse environmental es the Enbridge pipeline be resolved, she noted. effects resulting is “very and will take the actions “They’ll have to low.” necessary to ensure it prove to First Nations Clark’s five conditions does not proceed.” that their concerns have have been accepted in However, Barnett said been addressed; and I principal by Alberta. the premier has already guess if their concerns Barnett said she taken a “very clear” have been met, then believes that Alberta stance that her the five they’ll negotiate a fair and B.C. working conditions must be met revenue for them.” together on those conbefore the province will Barnett explained ditions has “set the approve the project. she understands the guidelines” for the rest “She was a preSAVE ON YOUR HEAT BILLS WITH mier standing alone.

NEW WINDOW COVERINGS. No other premier in Canada has stood up for PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED the types of conditions she did.”

Barnett said another of Clark’s conditions BLINDS – spill response – is of utmost importance.

Ph. 250-395-0462 “That spill response Ask me about Maunfacturers’ “We Measure, We Install” for marine and land has mpinkney@telus.net Specials to be addressed ... one of

of the country to follow suit on other resource projects.

She’d like to see all this cross-provincial work set down in the Energy Act or another piece of federal legislation, she added.

The local MLA noted that, even if passed in Ottawa, the province will still have the power to refuse to grant environmental permits necessary for the pipeline to proceed.

“The tough part of the whole process is the permitting process ... that’s where it comes down to the work on the ground.”

However, Barnett added a cautiously optimistic word.

“The positive part is it got a little way [ahead].

But, if they can’t meet the conditions, it won’t move.”

The report and more information is available on the panels website at www.gatewaypanel. review.gc.ca.

the

Anytime, any road, anywhere…

WATCH FOR DEER

When you see one, there are usually more.

Financial Tip of the Week With Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF)

Judy Simkins A RRIF is an investment plan, Franchise President, established in accordance with 100 Mile House Government of Canada requirements, into which you can transfer registered funds (usually your RRSP) without tax liability to establish a source of retirement income.

Some RRIFs are similar to continuing an RRSP beyond age 71, with the exception that you must take some taxable income from the RRIF. You can choose any payment level, as long as the total each year is at least equal to the minimum annual amount. There is no maximum payment level.

Please read the prospectus before investing. Mutual funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. Please seek professional advice prior to investing. Mutual fund products are offered through Investia Financial Services Inc.

YCLE LIFE FINANCIAL

385 Cedar 100 Mile House

250-395-2900

~ Blinds by Maureen ~

South Cariboo Theatre THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Regular N ADMISSIO $

9.00

FRIDAY, JAN. 3 thru THURSDAY, JAN. 9 Our movie schedule was not available at press time, so please check southcaribootheatre.ca or Facebook or call 250-395-7494 for information on what is now playing!

Bring the whole family and come to the South Cariboo Theatre - where the magic happens!

7

100 Mile & District Hospital Auxiliary wishes to thank everyone for making our recent fundraiser raffle a huge success.

We have raised $1831.90!

RAFFLE WINNERS: HERB from Forest Grove: Wreath DOROTHY CLARK from Lac la Hache: Save-On-Foods Gift Basket ANNETTE KELSO from Forest Grove: Quilt

8

www.100milefreepress.net

I

Perspectives

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

Important decisions in 2014

Top 3 MPs named

J

udging from the Senate scandal, the robo-call scandal, all the prorogation and omnibus bill-induced crises, to say nothing of sordid phenomena at the provincial and local levels (think Rob Ford and the Quebec Charter of Values), 2013 has to go down as a crummy year for Canadian democracy.

Come to think of it, so has every year since the Conservative era began in 2006.

Nevertheless, I would like to end the year on a positive note with my nominations for the Top 3 MPs thus far in Canada’s 41st Parliament.

If a majority of MPs were anything like these people, our democracy would be in an upswing.

1. Michael Chong (Conservative, Wellington Halton Hills). Mr. Chong is not your typical Conservative backbencher.

In November 2006, he resigned from Prime Ministers Stephen

Harper’s Cabinet on a Mulcair has lived up to the matter of principle – to McLean’s Magazine cover protest Harper’s motion story that ran after he recognizing Quebec as a was elected leader, which nation within Canada. declared that “Harper has Since then, Chong has met his match.” When also been one of this Mulcair demanded answers country’s leading advocates about the de-regulatory of parliamentary and de-funding reform: his decisions taken Private Member’s by the federal Bill, entitled government that The Reform led up to the Lac Act, 2013, Meg antic tragedy, would restore the only people the historic role who complained of MPs and were Liberal and bring Canada Conservative more into line politicians.

Mark with other But it was Crawford parliamentary his skillful democracies skewering of the by enabling prime minister party caucuses to trigger over the Senate scandal leadership reviews, that was his finest hour. make decisions about According to CBC’s At Issue membership in caucus, and panelist Bruce Anderson, choose the chairs of party “Tom Mulcair has owned caucuses. The bill would Question Period.” Rex also take away the prime Murphy adds that in minister’s power to veto contrast to Justin Trudeau, riding nominations.

“Mulcair looks like a man 2. Thomas Mulcair (NDP ready for a step up.” I agree.

Leader of the Opposition).

GUEST SHOT

t is very difficult to predict what is going to happen in 2014, especially in these unpredictable times when the province’s socioeconomic status seems to be so fragile.

Generally speaking, the province’s, and the Cariboo-Chilcotin’s, longtime economic driver – the forest industry – is headed towards a significant downturn in the near future.

Forestry has been a very stable industry that helped British Columbia keep pace with other provinces that are riding high on economic booms, such as oil and gas production.

Now, our provincial government is turning its attention to mining and liquefied natural gas to replace forestry as B.C.’s economic driver.

So, we are likely to see these new resource extraction industries taking centre stage for a few decades, while we get through the mid-term lumber crisis.

The difference is the forestry is a renewable industry, while the other two are not.

As for the Cariboo-Chilcotin’s socioeconomic standing, a lot is hanging in the balance on the federal government’s impending decision on the New Prosperity Gold-Copper Project.

If it gets the thumbs up from the feds, which would likely contain conditions that would have to be worked through, the timing couldn’t be better to help fill the void in job loss leading up to, and during, the Cariboo-Chilcotin’s Allowable Annual Cut that will be halved to one million cubic metres in 2018.

If Ottawa gives the thumbs down, there will be significant changes in rural communities that are dependent on the forest industry.

Some folks will look at the National Energy Board Joint Review Panel’s recommendation to go forward with the Enbridge pipelin – with 209 conditions – as a positive sign there is a federal appetite resource extraction and export.

Whether this will result in New Prosperity GoldCopper Project getting the green light from the federal government remains to be seen.

The only thing that is predictable in these two situations is the environmentalist and the affected First Nations are going to continue to butt heads with the projects’ proponents and their supporters.

Another predictable outcome when forestry jobs become harder to find is there will be more and more pressure on groups, such as food banks, women’s centres, family enrichment centres, mental health workers and many others, as they try to patch the holes in the social safety net.

Unemployment tears families apart.

We need the jobs to survive as rural communities.

Published and printed by every Wednesday at 100 Mile House Box 459, 100 Mile House, B.C., V0K 2E0

Subscriptions Local: $65.65/yr Out of area: $75/yr No cash refunds Prices include GST (Second class Mail Reg. 1809) ISSN 0843-0403

Chris Nickless Publisher

Ken Alexander Editor

Phone: (250) 395-2219 Fax: (250) 395-3939

Judy Willsey Production

email for newsroom newsroom@100milefreepress.net

Jennifer Boden Office Manager

email for advertising mail@100milefreepress.net

Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday

3. Elizabeth May (Leader of the Green Party of Canada). May has the luxury of leading a caucus of one (herself).

This makes it considerably easier for her to speak her mind, and she does so with consistent wisdom and fairness.

Although climate change and environmental assessment are of course her priorities, so too is democratic reform. Her MP newsletter makes compelling reading because it is not simply toeing a party line. McLean’s Magazine, which asks every MP to vote for their top picks, named her Parliamentarian of the Year in 2012, and Hardest Working MP in 2013.

The Hill Times, which uses a survey of political pundits to pick its winners, named her runner-up as most Valuable MP. Mark Crawford is a former public servant and now teaches political science at Athabasca University.

The 100 Mile House Free Press is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province's newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to: B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St. Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2.

For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.

2007

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

www.100milefreepress.net

Opinion

9

PMO ethics scandal deeply troubling To the editor: Police documents sworn under oath show the RCMP is investigating allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust inside the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).

The behaviour reported to have taken place earlier this year at the highest levels of Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s government is deeply troubling.

Far from being the work of a single rogue (PMO chief of staff Nigel Wright) acting all alone, a dozen or more people in the

prime minister’s inner sanctum have been mentioned by police in an elaborate scheme to pay off the controversial expenses of Conservative Senator Mike Duffy, disrupt a forensic audit, whitewash an official Senate report – and cover it all up.

Most of these people still work for the Harper government. Some have been promoted.

The prime minister claims he knew nothing, saw nothing, was told nothing, asked nothing and did nothing as a grotesque “deception” (as he called it)

Reader wants 100 Mile Marsh to be used for pond hockey To the editor: This is an open letter to the District of 100 Mile House.

Pond hockey is a great pastime for many Canadians.

When I’ve travelled and during my short stint of living in the flat lands of Alberta, I noticed many small communies offered outdoor rinks. Use was for free and for all to enjoy.

100 Mile has a great location, a pond right in the middle of town.

Wouldn’t it be great to see many townspeople using it?

Tourists driving by would marvel at the sight. We could host a winter classic, maybe with the Wranglers.

Safety of the ice is always a concern, but on the Dec. 8 showing of The National on CBC, communities have employees do regular measurements of the ice and keep it clear of snow and debris. They also post when ice is safe or not.

If managed correctly, safety concerns can be addressed. For the enjoyment of all, please consider my request.

Norm Knutsen 108 Mile Ranch

H

was pulled off right under his nose by his most trusted confidantes.

He refuses to answer any specific questions about what went on and why. His strategy is to deflect, deny and obfuscate, which makes Canadians even more suspicious.

In a particularly troubling portion of the police documents about a deal with Duffy, Wright is quoted

as saying: “I do want to speak to the PM before everything is considered final.”

A short while later his e-mails go on to say: “We are good to go from the PM.” What exactly does that mean?

The Conservatives claim “good to go” meant Mr. Harper approved Duffy repaying his own expenses.

But that seems nonsensical.

Why would the prime minister

have to approve that?

This and so many other serious questions remain unanswered.

That’s why we have called repeatedly for Mr. Harper to testify under oath.

His government has lost its sense of right and wrong. Canadians deserve better.

Ralph Goodale, MP Liberal Deputy Leader

BC Hydro overcharging for reading meters To the editor: I recently sent a letter to the British Columbia Utilities Commission decrying the extortionate charges, $35 per month, to keep and maintain my analog hydro meter.

Further to that letter, I met and talked with the person who reads the analog meters for Terasen Gas (FortisBC Energy).

This person told me that he is paid 40 cents per meter and works for a firm called Ola Meters Inc. that does contract meter reading in North America.

This person assured me that contracts can be reached to read any kind of meter. This would include hydro, gas and water meters and the cost would be

very low.

When BC Hydro states the $35 per month fee is not revenue generating or punitive, I believe it is misrepresenting the facts.

Historically, the meters have always been physically read every other month and the cost was such that it was included in the normal monthly charges. For that cost to now approach the cost of energy used is not rational and must be stopped.

I believe it is time that B.C. residents stand up to the corporate bullying in this regard and demand an end to the illegal practice of negative billing.

Signing a contract with Ola would meet these conditions in a fair and equitable way. It might

also employ many additional people in B.C., maybe laid-off BC Hydro meter readers.

The cost of meter reading would be greatly reduced by allowing co-operative reading of all meters on one visit, including water meters.

It should be remembered that cities in B.C. used the same bullying practices when residents were forced to pay up to $1,000, so they could be safe from the radio emissions of water meters.

B.C. residents must stand up for their individual rights or they will lose them. Call your MLA or MP.

A hopeless wish list for 2014 minimum exposure of the government to the hospital food. Forest industry? A job criticism. Stephen Harper would approve. protection commissar to force the mills to A political debate about real issues, stay open. Resource development? They’re rather than just a competition to score for it, unless you’re against it. points in an endless election campaign.

These guys need a Tony Blair-type I appreciate this is hopelessly makeover. They need to be for naive, but setting aside enough something, and they need to time to consider issues could, leave the past behind. at least in theory, lead to that Media that cares about more happening occasionally. than conflict.

Certainly the hastily staged News organizations are in mock combat of our legislature bad shape these days, and today isn’t winning new friends the competition for a rapidly for any political party. The main fragmenting audience is having growth area today is people some ugly effects. who have given up on the whole One thing that needs to go Tom thing. is obsessive coverage of who’s Fletcher An opposition with ideas. winning and who’s losing. If The BC NDP will have the news media is going to be another leadership contest in interested mainly in the gaffes 2014, and they’d better bring more modern and “gotcha” moments, is it any surprise policy to the table than they had in the last that’s what politicians try to provide? one.

The Canada Post announcement that Remember the big issues in that pillowit has to wind up home delivery offers a fight? Me neither. I had to look them up. recent example. Is it really so outrageous Health care? Local organic carrots into for the CEO to suggest that walking to the

BC VIEWS

ere are a few things I’d like to see in British Columbia political life in the coming year, but won’t.

An orderly schedule of legislature sittings, one in the spring and one in the fall.

I canvassed this topic with Premier Christy Clark in our year-end interview, and got the usual runaround about how it’s always been optional since old Gordon what’s-his-name set the schedule of sittings and elections more than a decade ago.

Spring is for the budget and MLAs sit in the fall if they need to discuss legislation.

They need to all right, but what governments want to do is ram it through as fast as they can, so that’s what they do.

The last couple of years of this have been a sham worthy of a South American banana republic, with three chambers running simultaneously and Opposition members trying to prepare as they run down the hallways.

It leads to mistakes in new laws and adds to the public’s cynicism about the whole business, but it gets things done with

Tony Brumell Kamloops

corner is good exercise? When there’s a 24-hour news cycle to fill, it’s a scandal!

How many people know that Canada Post’s unfunded pension liabilities amount to $6.5 billion, as it continues to pay a dwindling workforce to hand out mostly advertising flyers?

Should they just keep doing that until they run out of cash? Are taxpayers really expected to maintain another two-tier service that’s only available to selected urban people?

Facts to go with opinions.

Whether it’s the government’s fantasy figures on job creation or the Opposition’s arithmetic-challenged child poverty claims, serious problems can’t be understood, much less solved, without defining them accurately. Submitting government advertising to scrutiny by the Auditor General to make sure it is accurate and non-partisan would be a good place to start.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

10

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

Your

turn…

Carefree Manor residents were asked: What is your No. 1 wish for the South Cariboo community in 2014?

Around

the province Sturgis moves to Merritt Salmon Arm – Now named Sturgis Canada, the music festival and motorcycle rally will be held Aug. 21-24 in Merritt. A news release issued Dec. 12 announced that the festival has reached an agreement with the City of Merritt to set up on the former site of the Merritt Mountain Music Festival.

“The 2014 festival is organized by a new team, led by Joan Hansen, president of Sturgis Canada, who admits to learning a lot from organizers of past festivals,” states the press release.

The first Sturgis North festival and motorcycle rally was held in 2011 in Salmon Arm and on Neskonlith Indian Band land nearby; the 2012 Sturgis North was located at the Spallumcheen Motoplex Speedway in Spallumcheen near Vernon; and a third in 2013 was proposed for Silvery Beach near Chase and, later, Merritt, but was cancelled.

Homemade explosive found by intersection CHILLIWACK - "Don’t touch found explosives" is the message Mounties are spreading after a Chilliwack resident brought an improvised explosive device to a police station last week.

The resident found the small homemade explosive at the intersection of Yale Road and First Avenue Dec. 13, according to a news release by Chilliwack RCMP Cpl. Len vanNieuwenhuizen.

Out of concern for public safety, the citizen picked it up and delivered it to the local RCMP. “Fortunately the device was not brought into the Police Office,” wrote vanNieuwenhuizen.

When police came out, they inspected the tiny bomb, commonly known as a ‘cricket.’

The Mounties’ Explosive Disposal Unit was called in to dispose of the cricket.

Edith Adolf

Hazel Parker

Emma McMurray

Polly Marchuk

Art Schoenknecht

Judi Johnson

Not so much in 100 Mile House, but throughout the world, I’d like to see Canada known as a Christian country again, like it was when I grew up.

How about no snow?

I don’t like the snow.

But, I don’t see anything wrong here now.

There’s nothing really to change.

I’d like to see government put more money towards care aids.

The girls here work too hard and too many hours. They do lots of 12-hour shifts.

I’ve been here 60 years and helped build the O.A.P.O. in Lac la Hache.

I’d like to see the O.A.P.O. and folks in 100 Mile to continue to support seniors. They made this town what it is today.

C ap sule C omments Knowing how many calories create an extra pound of weight will sometimes help us to be more disciplined in our holiday eating. If you eat an extra 500 calories per day in addition to your regular diet, you will gain an extra pound. With all the good food around at this time of year, it easy to see how we gain weight.

We’ve just passed the shortest day of the year. Lack of sufficient sunlight during the long winter months can affect our moods. our ability to get a good night’s sleep, our energy levels and general well-being. These are symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder and can be relieved by sitting under a special light for about 20 minutes per day. We have information about this.

If you are still a smoker, do yourself a favour and quit. Smoking is the number one cause of preventable death. The benefits of stopping begin in the first week. Your doctor will congratulate you, your spouse and friends will thank you, but most of all, your body will thank you. If you want to stop, we can help.

A big thank you to all the doctors, nurses and receptionists and you, our customers, for your help and cooperation throughout 2013.

Your positive attitude toward our pharmacy and our profession is much appreciated.

Thanks, to you, our readers, for all your kind comments about the column through the year.

We look forward to serving you throughout the coming year with great service from our wonderful staff. From us to you... a happy and healthy 2014!

Nancy Bergeron

I’m quite happy with the community the way it is. I hope it continues to be such a great place to live.

I’d like to see them build a swimming pool. People have been asking for a number of years to have a one here. There are a lot of lakes, but that is not like having a pool.

Vivienne Hockett

I’d like to see those care beds at Fischer Place open up. We need them because some are having to stay at a motel and they’d like to have their own place with their own things.

I’d like to see better transit busing. It gives a sense of freedom to seniors like us.

I love the library; it’s one of the best I’ve seen. It is a great thing that I hope more people get out to and participate in.

Your Ice Fishing Headquarters Everything you need to enjoy a day on the lake.

• ICE SHELTERS • HEATERS • HAND WARMERS • AUGERS • FISH FINDERS • REELS • RODS • ICE LINE • ICE ROD HOLDERS • FLASHERS • GLOW HOOKS • POWER BAIT • LIVE BAIT • AND MUCH MORE

All Remaining Christmas Merchandise

50%

Pharmacy and Department Store

Birch Ave.

NOW UP TO OFF

250-395-4004

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Local RCMP dealt with multiple MVIs, fire, domestic dispute and flight

Police

100 Mile RCMP responded to 84 complaints and calls for service from Dec. 16 to Dec. 22.

precautionary reasons.

The driver of the van declined medical assistance.

The driver of the van was issued a violation ticket for not having insurance on his vehicle and failing to signal for a turn.

Failed to signal On Dec. 22, 100 Mile House RCMP and emergency services responded to a two-vehicle incident in the 5700 block of Canim Hendrix Lake Road.

The driver of a Chevrolet van had allegedly signalled to turn right and then turned left across traffic. The driver of a Jeep Wrangler was unable to avoid the collision as he was in the process of passing.

The passenger of the Jeep Wrangler was taken to hospital for

Vehicle fire On Dec. 21, 100 Mile RCMP responded to a vehicle fire on Judson Road near Bridge Lake.

Fire crews had extinguished the blaze. The cause of the fire was determined to not be suspicious.

The owner of the vehicle drove up to the scene in another vehicle.

He displayed symptoms of liquor consumption.

An approved screening device was administered and the result was a fail.

The male driver was detained and returned to the 100 Mile House

report

Detachment where two breath samples were obtained or 120 and 100 mg%.

Charges of impaired driving and driving over the legal limit are being recommended to Crown against a 47-year-old male resident of the Bridge Lake area. He has a court date in March 2014.

Numerous offences On Dec. 18, 100 Mile RCMP were called to a report of a domestic assault in the Ranchettes east of 100 Mile House.

While police were responding to this complaint, the suspect was observed by police operating his motor vehicle in 100 Mile House. When investigator’s attempted to stop him, he fled the area.

Investigators continued to make patrols to locate the suspect and his vehicle was located

a short time later in the industrial area. The suspect was observed exiting the vehicle. He was detained for several offences.

He also displayed symptoms of liquor consumption. A breath demand was made and he was retuned to the 100 Mile RCMP Detachment.

Two breath samples were obtained of 130 and 110 mg%.

The suspect was held in custody on several charges including care & control over .08, driving while prohibited, flight from police, assault and uttering threats.

The suspect was held in custody on these charges and will be appearing in Provincial Court in Williams Lake.

Prohibited driving On Dec. 16, Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic

Services was conducting a check stop on Canim Hendrix Lake Road.

At 1:55 p.m., a Dodge Dakota pickup approached the check stop. When the driver was asked for his licence, he was unable to produce it.

Investigation determined that the driver was prohibited from operating a motor vehicle under five separate provincial driving prohibitions.

The male driver was issued an appearance notice for a court appearance in 100 Mile House in February 2014 for five counts of driving while prohibited.

The vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days.

Multiple MVIs There were a total of 10 collisions in the 100 Mile House

Scam poses as revenue agency request Some residents of 108 Mile Ranch recently reported a new scam that came to them by e-mail on Dec. 3.

“This e-mail has been sent to you by Revenue-Canada Tax & Customs to inform you that we must pay you back $512.08,” it states.

“Please complete all the information to complete your refund.”

It includes a website link that should not be

Don Mclean

New Year’s resolution

By Don McLean I will be spending more time with my family this year.

Sgt. Don McLean is with 100 Mile House RCMP.

activated or followed.

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) confirms taxpayers may occasionally receive fraudulent communications by telephone, mail, or e-mail, falsely claiming to be from the CRA. In all these cases, the communication scam requests personal information, such as a social insurance, credit card, bank account and passport numbers. It claims this personal information is needed so the taxpayer can receive a refund or benefit payment.

Another common scam refers the targeted people to a website resembling the CRA’s, which asks them to verify their identity by entering personal information.

Taxpayers should not respond to these fraudulent communications.

The agency provides general guidelines to better equip people to identify false communications, as follows: • The CRA will not

request personal information of any kind from a taxpayer by e-mail.

• The CRA will not divulge taxpayer information to another person unless formal authorization is provided by the taxpayer.

• The CRA will not leave any personal information on an answering machine.

When in doubt, ask yourself the following: • Am I expecting additional money from the CRA?

• Does this sound too good to be true?

• Is the requester asking for information I would not include with my tax return?

• Is the requester asking for information I know the CRA already has on file for me?

• How did the requester get my e-mail address?

• Am I confident I know who is asking for the information?

Then, if they have any concerns, they should

check the CRA’s webpage at www.cra-arc. gc . c a / ntc s / bw r- e ng . html for notifications of fraudulent communications, which are posted on an ongoing basis as the agency becomes aware of them.

To check for potential fraud information or to report this or any other scams, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre website at www. antifraudcentre-centre antifraude.ca/english/ home.html.

...andhaappy y Merr mas haenadltphryo,speaerro!us New Y Christ

all From of us at

MAYVIN

11

Be A

Detachment area during the past week.

The following incident is highlighted.

On Dec. 18, 100 Mile RCMP and emergency services responded to a truck in the ditch on Highway 97 near Bjornson Road in Lac la Hache. The driver had attempted to pass a commercial vehicle, lost control and then his vehicle rolled into the ditch.

He was able to get out of his vehicle and signal passing motorists. The driver suffered from lacerations to his head and arm, and was taken to hospital by ambulance.

The vehicle was extensively damaged.

LTH A E H STAR 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

100 Mile Snowmobile Club invites you to enter its

NEW

LOGO

CONTES

T

All entries must include the club’s name.

Deadline for entries is Jan. 31, 2014 with the winning entry announced Feb. 12, 2014.

Winner will receive $150.00 in Snowmobile Bucks good at any local dealer or purchase of a membership Please send entries to brandersx@shaw.ca All artwork becomes the property of the 100 Mile Snowmobile Club

Thank You! “A Reputation for Quality Work and Professional Service.”

WE ARE CLOSED UNTIL JANUARY 5.

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT WILL Ph. 250-395-1860 BE OPEN THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS FOR 120 Airport Rd. 100 Mile House • www.mayvin.com EMERGENCIES ONLY! 24 HOUR HEATING EMERGENCY

PLUMBING & HEATING

www.100milefreepress.net

SERVICE • SALES • INSTALLATIONS

HOURS: Mon - Fri 8am - 4:30pm B.C. Licensed & Bonded

Crime Stoppers of the South Cariboo wishes to thank the 100 Mile Rotary Club for their $1000.00 donation. Shown above, collecting the cheque from Rotary president Maureen Pinkney are Marg Sarich (left) and Lorette Penn (right).

12

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

Weather

Wednesday

Thursday

Jaci Gilbert High Low

-5 -10

Light snow

Friday

High Low

-2 -3

Scattered flurries

Sunday

High Low

-5 -11

Variable cloudiness

High Low

-1 -4

Coudy with sunny breaks

Saturday

High -2 Low -10 Cloudy periods

Monday

High Low

-2 -6

Few flurries

A division of Black Press Ltd. FREE PRESS INFORMATION OFFICE HOURS: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday to Friday DEADLINES: DISPLAY ADS, Friday, noon CLASSIFIED LINE ADS, Monday, noon Box 459, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0 Phone: (250) 395-2219 Fax: (250) 395-3939 PAP Registration N0. 08685 News e-mail: newsroom@100milefreepress.net Ad e-mail: mail@100milefreepress.net

tundra by Chad Carpenter

“We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canadian Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.”

ELIZA ARCHIE SCHOOL

watch

December busy, fun at Eliza Archie Memorial School

During the month of December, Eliza Archie Memorial School has been busy.

We’ve done a Christmas Craft Fundraiser, continued our reading program, made a school card, practised a Christmas play, went to a Christmas luncheon, and we’re getting for our report cards. Mostly, it was a fun month.

The Christmas Craft Fundraiser was fantastic! We made $315.85 for our school field trip.

For our crafts we made swags, wreaths and also cinnamon pull-a-parts with little cherries on them. The pull-a-parts were delicious. We made them after lunch time with our principal, Barb MacLeod, on Nov 27.

We also sold unique lollipops. Our bake goods were sold mostly on Nov 30. We sold some of our pull-aparts on the day we made them.

Our reading program is called Buddy Reading. It’s called that because the younger students pick an older student to read with.

The older buddy gets a work sheet. After reading, the older buddy puts down his/her names plus the younger buddy’s name and the

date on the sheet.

The teachers go around and put stickers on the worksheet.

Right now we are getting Christmas stickers.

Every two weeks our librarian, Colleen Amut, picks a different theme.

This week, we are reading Christmas books. Usually the books are based on the season or holiday that’s coming up.

Last week, our school made a ‘Helping Hands’ card for my Uncle Mitch Theodore. He has been in the hospital for more than a week. He had pneumonia and we gave our cards to him to lift his spirits.

He is a respected elder in our community and we love and miss him.

It is my hope that by the time this gets published, he’ll be all better.

Our Christmas Concert which was on Dec. 18 at one o’clock in the afternoon. Some of the highlights of our Christmas Concert were ‘Shrek the Halls’ by the Grade 5, 6, 7 class; Christmas carols in Secwepemc (Shuswap); “Reindeer Hokey Pokey” by the kindergarten/Grade 1 class; and the Grade 2/3/4 class performed Frosty The Snowman with actions. Also, the grades 2-7s sang O Christmas Tree with a surprise at the end.

Our class (the 5/6/7s) did our first rehearsal in front of the school a few days ago and I really enjoy it because of the character I play. I play Fiona. Our Secwepemc teachers are helping us sing the Christmas car-

ols and prayer. We will be singing ‘Silent Night’, ‘Jingle Bells’ and saying a Christmas Greeting in our language.

On Dec. 17, we had a Christmas luncheon with the elders. It was enjoyable but different.

This year, it was at the gym and usually we have it at the school and sometimes we even go to the Elder’s Center.

There even was more food than usual.

There was ham, turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables and salad. This is because there was more than half of the community at the luncheon.

I think its better this way because you get to see more family you don’t see much. What I really liked at the luncheon was the ornaments that the elders made.

One decoration had an elephant that had a pink little hat on it.

There was also a Santa, a snowman and old pictures.

Jaci Gilbert is a Grade 5 student at Eliza Archie Memorial School.

19,951 That’s how many companion animals will need loving, new homes this year. Will you open your home to one?

spca.bc.ca

Thank You Creekside Seniors would like to thank the merchants for their donations for our Christmas Silent Auction which was a great success.

Winners of our raffle are: First: Queen Quilt MIRULLE McFADDEN Second - 39” HD TV KAREN PETTY Third - Gift Basket DEANA MORGAN

PSO GRAD CORNER HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH YOUR 2014 GRAD CLASS

Courtesy of the 100 Mile Free Press

Grad/Parent MeetinGs will be held the second tuesday of each month starting January 14, 2014 at 6:30pm in PsO Lounge.

•••••

Raffle tickets now available Please contact Krista Dawson at 250-791-7272 if you have not received your tickets or if you would like to purchase tickets.

The Ladies’ Auxiliary of Br. # 261 Forest Grove would like to thank the following for contributing to our 41st Annual Seniors’ Christmas Dinner: The Bargain! Shop Forest Grove Store Canim Lake Store Canada Safeway Save-On-Foods Uncle Buck’s Concrete Butcher Bob’s South Cariboo Truckers Canim Lake Truckers Dick Larsen Trucking Big O Tire Kal Tire Jack Comack

Forest Grove Legion Helpers Garlic Gail & Wayne Doug Jennings Serena Art Dumaresq Shirley Lalonde Dennis & Brenda Scott Janet Brown We appreciate your support!

Wishing You All A Happy And Prosperous New Year!

Visit Us On The Web:

www.100milefreepress.net

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Wildlife sightings have increased at Lac des Roches LAC DES ROCHES

Sharron Woloshyn 250-593-0041

sharronw@bcwireless.com

A pair of moose has been observed and their tracks in the snow show evidence of their movement crossing the lake and feeding throughout wooded areas.

Fresh tracks indicate deer are moving through every few days.

Under the cover of darkness, they have been meandering through properties, nibbling on the few remaining dried rose hips within their reach.

Several coyotes are back in the area, using the frozen lake as both their hunting ground and playground.

Although there are no reports of unpleasant encounters in the area, recent reports of attacks on dogs in other areas of the province are a harsh reminder of just how dangerous coyotes can be.

At least one very active otter has been spotted several times around the big lake. Its unmistakable tracks – a deep rut in the

snow – have appeared everywhere during the past few weeks. It has crossed the lake in several spots and checked out all the docks along the Boultbee Road shoreline.

It has travelled through sloped properties and investigated every ravine. One would expect its black body against the white snow would make it easy to spot, but it is somewhat elusive.

While some residents have learned that barking dogs are often the sentries that give notice of wild animal movement nearby, the barks can often mean there is simply a wood pecker feeding nearby.

The need to be aware and cautious in the presence of wild animals in the neighbourhood cannot be stressed enough.

Icy update Deep snow on the lake ice is having its usual effect.

While the snow muffles the sound of cracking ice with temperature changes, wet spots on the lake are evidence that the cracks are forming.

In certain areas, the weight of the snow pushes the ice downward, allowing water to seep up through the

COUNTRY TIRE Service

ALL BRANDS AVAILABLE

• Cars, Trucks & Commercial Vehicles Farm & Industrial • Mechanical Services Available LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED Big HUGE SERVING THE SOUTH CARIBOO Steel Box Used Tirrey! to 250-395-3470 Location Inven www.countrytire.org

614 Exeter Road, 100 Mile House

cracks and create a layer of slush.

Where there is no water, the snow is protecting the near-perfectly smooth surface of ice which only needs to be cleared to expose a fabulous skating surface.

Sleds trespass Earlier in December, groups of sledders, apparently unfamiliar with the area, traversed through private properties several times, looking for access to Crown land trails.

Unfortunately, snowmobile tracks are often misinterpreted by future sledders as an invitation of passage through private property.

While it is unlikely residents can stop the wayward riders while they are riding, property owners can mitigate the occurrence of trespassing by marking open access areas with temporary but wellmarked blockades.

It is unfortunate that the onus is on the land owners, but it seems the occurrence of snowmobilers who do not respect private property has increased.

Vehicle accident Earlier this month, a lone traveller on Highway 24 at Lac des Roches experienced an unfortunate vehicle mishap during a particularly heavy snow storm.

He found himself relying on the aid of hospitable strangers. Although not injured, his health condition warranted first aid attendance, which he received from several residents, many of whom attended from the volunteer fire department as emergency responders.

The compassion and care extended to the driver during this bleak evening was impressive.

His extreme gratitude goes out to residents, first responders, paramedics, police and the towing company for their help in getting him home to his own bed that night.

Bird outing The Christmas bird count is scheduled for Jan. 4.

Call Wendy at 250593-2327 for more information.

Be A

H T L A E H STAR

New beginnings To all residents, I extend my good wishes for a healthy and happy 2014.

To those making New Year’s resolutions, go easy on yourselves with realistic and attainable goals.

www.100milefreepress.net

13

100 Mile & District Figure Skating Club

CanSkate 9-week

LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAM We would like to remind the public that the next learn-to-skate session starts Jan. 7, 2014.

If you would like your child to join, contact the club at 100milefigureskatingclub@gmail.com or call 250-395-1842

Did you move to the South Cariboo in 2013?

Find the answers to all of your questions about the community at the South Cariboo Visitor Centre (log building at the corner of Airport Road and Highway 97)

in 100 Mile House.

Find us on Facebook!

Sponsored by Welcoming Communities

2014

DESK BLOTTER

CALENDARS! Now 2014 !

Available Y NOW ONL

• 22” X 17” • Every Home And Office Should Have One • Hurry! Limited Quantities

20

$

.00 Plus tax

AVAILABLE AT: #2 Pinkney Complex 536 Horse Lake Road

250-395-2219

LATE BREAKING NEWS

visit us daily… www.100milefreepress.net

14

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

Kids Space hosts Christmas Potluck and Pageant

By Diana Forster Interlakes youth group, Kids Space, under the sponsorship of the Cariboo Presbyterian Church, celebrated the birth of Christ with its annual Christmas Potluck Supper and Pageant at Interlakes Hall, Dec. 11.

In the middle of a snowstorm, some 75 guests came to celebrate, with musical accompaniment and carol-singing provided

by Ginny Alexander, Alamaz Durand and Pastor Bruce Wilcox.

This year’s theatrical performance was called Baa Baa Humbug, (Have you any Wool?), which involved the Kids Space children. With Mary and Joseph and lots of animals, one sheep, Woolly, was particularly grumpy at being moved out and did not want to participate.

That is, until he saw the

baby Jesus. Then, he was so impressed that he immediately gave up his wool to make a blanket tor the baby.

“The children did a wonderful job,” said spokesperson Elaine Adams, “and even with one child falling ill, another stepped up to fill the gap. It was just fantastic.”

There were lots of delightful door prizes, including donated items, and the gingerbread houses made by the older Teen Space members.

Each child also received a toque and mitts kindly made by the ladies of Carefree Manor and a ladies group from a church in Armstrong.

In addition to all this, Lorraine Faessler made beautiful Christmas stockings, one for each child to Grade 7. The stockings were trimmed with fur and decorated,

and filled with goodies.

“There must have been 20 stockings,” said Elaine, and the contents were age appropriate, too.

“We called Lorraine up to the stage to present the stockings, and she chatted with each child. She did a wonderful job, and we are so grateful.

“The community has been very generous to our group. We really appreciate their support, and hope they all have a wonderful Christmas.”

Kids Space 2014 meetings are held at Interlakes Hall from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., on Jan. 10 and 24, Feb. 7 and 21, March 7 and 21, April 11 and 25, and May 2.

Teen Space, for those aged 12 and up, meet at Interlakes Hall from 5:30 to 8 p.m., on Jan. 3 and 31, February 28, March 28 and May 9.

Sharon Jensen photos

Lorraine Faessler, left, Lorayna Baptiste, Veronika de Vries and Floria Meili look at the Christmas stockings Lorraine made for the children participating in the Kids Space Christmas Potluck Dinner and Pageant on Dec. 11.

COAST MOUNTAIN PAINTING

Serving the Cariboo Since 1980.

Quality that meets your budget.

250-791-5359 • Cell 250-609-1958

CALL MIKE FOR ALL YOUR PAINTING NEEDS

Your one stop drop for all your recycling needs Ph/Fax: 250.395.1041 goldtrailrecycling@live.ca www.GoldTrail.sfobc.com

Amelia Kennedy, left, Jordan Conway, Floria Meili and Leon Meili had featured roles in the Kids Space’s play Baa Baa Humbug (Have you any Wool?) during their annual dinner/pageant at Interlakes Hall on Dec. 11.

TOTAL PET IS PROUD TO BE A SPONSOR OF THE 100 MILE HOUSE SPCA

S.P.C.A

100 MILE HOUSE • 250-395-5303

ADOPT•A•PET

January’s Best Buys Nutro Natural Choice

LOOK

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL! And a very Buy any 13 kg Dog Food special thank you and get a to all those who FREE 16oz biscuit have helped out SAVE $539 in the past year to better the lives of Have a animals in need!

Grrrr-eat May you and your New Year. pets enjoy a very GET YOUR We will be Closed healthy New Year’s Day 2014 happy, 2014!

SPCA

If you’d like to CALENDAR volunteer this year, NOW!

100 Mile’s Full line Pet store

Tel: 250-791-5444 Box 443 Cell: 250-706-9779 108 Mile Ranch, BC V0K 2Z0 Fax: 250-791-5332

This space could be yours!

To advertise here please contact Martina, Heather or Chris at 250-395-2219

Ingrid’s Foot Care

Ingrid’s Cell: 250-609-4094 • Email: ingridsfootcare@shaw.ca • Foot Care • Foot Massage • Ingrown Toenail Treatment • Corn & Wart Treatment • Reflexology

4927 Gloinnzun Dr., 108 Mile Ranch • Ph: 250-791-5663

RAINER’S HEALTH HOUSE Rainer’s Cell: 250-395-9421 • Email: apm_canada@shaw.ca

Rainer Meyer European trained and certified therapist

Massage / Acupuncture / Facial Acupuncture / Atlas Therapy Body-Energy-Treatment / Hot Stone Massage • Lymph Drainage (Dr. Vodder Certified) - ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS -

please contact the 100 Mile SPCA at 250-395-5303.

‘For people who are proud of their pets.’

VIEW ANIMALS AT: www.spca.bc.ca/100milehouse

PINKNEY COMPLEX, HORSE LAKE RD.

Available at Total Pet and Lakeland Vet Clinic.

Only $8.00 each.

B.J. Trophies

Gift Certificates Available

Mon. - Sat. 9:00am - 5:30pm

250-395-8935

House Calls

www.apmcanada.com

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Saturday: 9:30am - 4:00pm 694 Sollows Cres. (off Exeter Rd.) 100 Mile House, BC

Smilies Cafe Daily Specials

Tuesday - Saturday 8:00am - 3:00pm 250-395-1185 • #3 - 869 Alder Ave. Next to Moon Repairs

CENTENNIAL LAW

Lawyers & Notaries Public Douglas E. Dent, Caroline Plant* & Chris Dunsmore Proudly providing legal services to the Cariboo

PO Box 2169, #1 - 241 Birch Ave. Telephone: 250-395-1080 Fax: 250-395-1088 (across from Fields) ded@centenniallaw.com 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0

Wir sprechen deutsch Nous parlons français *Maternity Leave

South Cariboo

TREE SERVICE COMPLETE TREE REMOVAL

Reasonable Prices Professional Service ~ FULLY INSURED ~

Call For Free Estimate

250-791-6322 250-706-9825

To advertise in this special section, call Martina, Heather or Chris at 250-395-2219 or come in to the Free Press for more advertising info.

T:5.81”

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

www.100milefreepress.net

15

The

WAITING FOR SANTA

Ken Alexander photo

2014 Jeep Cherokee Limited shown. Price: $31,690.§

Makenna Siemens, left, and Ella Peters enjoyed themselves at the recent Green Lake Snowmobile Club’s Christmas Dinner and Dance on Dec. 14.

INTRODUCING THE

Winter Wonderful

2014 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT

23,888

Prices in effect January 3 - 9, 2014

$

Limits may be in effect. While quantities last.

See store for details.

FREE $10 GIFT CARD

2

AS GOOD AS

9e9a.

3

Ivory Body Wash

9e9a.

3

709 mL

or Bar Soap 10 x 90 g

¢ 9 9

44 MPG HIGHWAY 6.4 L/100 KM HWY

¤

Pharmasave Bathroom Tissue 2 Ply or 3 Ply 8’s

Webber Naturals Vitamin D Assorted

5

Ocean’s Light Tuna

Xtra Laundry Detergent 2.21 L

Your Community Drugstore OPEN A 7 DAYS WEEK

132

$

BI-WEEKLY‡

@

3.49

%

FOR 96 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN

MAKE NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS

★

★

REAL DEALS. REAL TIME.

Just go to www.jeepoffers.ca to easily find special offers, incentives and current inventory from your nearest dealer.❖

2/$

ea.

170 g Limit of 6

BEST NEW SUV (UNDER $35,000)

FINANCE FOR

*Purchase must be $40 before taxes of participating Cosmetics, Prestige Skin Care, and Fashion Accessories. Gift card will be valid on your next $40 Cosmetic purchase up to February 28th, 2014. Valid only at participating locations. Some restrictions apply, see store for details.

4e9a.

•

PURCHASE PRICE INCLUDES FREIGHT.

With a minimum $40 Cosmetic Purchase in the month of January, receive a Free $10 Gift Card!*

T:14”

ALL-NEW 2014 JEEP CHEROKEE

250-395-2921 Cariboo Mall, Hwy 97, 100 Mile House

® Give them what they want. $10, $25, $50 or $100

Wise customers read the fine print: ★, •, ‡, § The Be S’elfish Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after December 3, 2013. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer order/trade may be necessary.

Dealer may sell for less. ★The Make No Payments for 90 Days offer applies to retail customers who finance a new 2014 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge or Ram vehicle (except 2014 Dodge Avenger CVP and Dodge Viper) or eligible 2013 Dodge Dart, Ram Heavy Duty or Fiat model at a special fixed rate on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, TD Auto Finance or Scotiabank between December 10, 2013 and January 2, 2014. Monthly payments will be deferred for 60 days and contracts will be extended accordingly. Interest charges will not accrue during the first 60 days of the contract. Customers will be responsible for any required down payment, licence, registration and insurance costs at time of contract. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. •$23,888 Purchase Price applies to the 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport. ‡3.49% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport FWD model to qualified customers on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. See your dealer for complete details. Example: 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport FWD with a Purchase Price of $23,888 financed at 3.49% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $132 with a cost of borrowing of $3,506 and a total obligation of $27,394. §2014 Jeep Cherokee Limited shown. ¤Based on 2013 EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel economy will vary based on powertrain, driving habits and other factors. 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport - Hwy: 6.4 L/100 km (44 MPG) and City: 9.6 L/100 km (29 MPG). ❖Real Deals. Real Time. Use your mobile device to build and price any model. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC DBC_131172_B2B_JEEP_BE_SELFISH_90DAY.indd 1

12/18/13 3:17 PM

16

www.100milefreepress.net

Reaching out Parent-to-parent support group offered new skills, contacts

Gaven Crites Free Press

A series of support groups meetings for parents with children with complex behavioural conditions recently wrapped up at the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre (CFEC) in 100 Mile House.

Eliane WannerVan Osch

The meetings ran once a week for three weeks and offered support for managing complex developmental and behavioural conditions (CDBC), which includes Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit and Hyperactive Disorder.

Eliane Wanner-Van Osch, a key worker with the CFEC, says these conditions can mean

24 hours a day/7days a week challenges for parents.

The support groups offered an opportunity for parents to connect with each other and share and develop new skills.

It feels like they’re being heard, WannerVan Osch explains.

“The other parents there understand because they live with the same challenges.

They know exactly what the other person is talking about.”

The atmosphere at the meetings was very laid back, but confidential. The groups were small, but good connections were made, she adds.

“We know families are struggling and children do have these issues around here.”

For more information, parents can visit the CFEC at 486 Birch Ave. or contact them at 250-395-5155.

“If you’re struggling, reach out. There are services available in 100 Mile House.”

“You’re not alone out there,” she notes.

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

MalaMutt Invites You To Get Your ‘Mushʻ On Now… a ry u n a J

10, 11 & 12

CARIB OO

CHALLENGE 2014

Jac k

Gawth

e Rac orn Memorial Sled Dog

Our 21st Anniversary Event Will Be Held Again At

108 MILE HERITAGE SITE

Musherʻs Dinner and Auction at the

4, 6 & 10 Dog Teams Ski Jouring Sportsman Visit Our Vendors On-site Catering By Fifty9mile Catering (Breakfast & Lunch Each Day)

Ideal and unique solutions for: estate • property development • resorts • hotels • event photography • tourist attractions • restaurants • exhibitions • insurance documentation • unlimited possibilities • real

Virtual 360˚photography interior/exterior still photography

Monika Paterson

T: 250 395 0918 F: 250 396 7615 W: inexvirtual.com

E:

info@inexvirtual.com

For more information go to cariboochalle nge sle ddograce .com or telephone 250-791-5225

You paid how much!? #ShouldaUsed100Mile

Created by 100 Mile Free Press ©2014

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Community

www.100milefreepress.net

17

Lost keys lead to novel solution

Carole Rooney Free Press

W

hen former local resident Shawna MacLeod was in town from Rossland visiting with her family in Lac la Hache, she encountered a bit of a snag.

Her mother-in-law, Barb MacLeod, says it started when Shawna was outside at her parents’ ranch having some fun with her children in a snow bank in late November.

“She was doing somersaults and playing in the snow, and her keys fell out of her pocket. Shawna could not find them; she didn’t know they’d fallen out at that point.”

Shawna then enlisted her family members to help in the search, Barb adds.

After looking through Shawna’s pickup truck and the ranch house, they realized where the keys must be.

A pitchfork was pressed into use to comb through the snow bank.

However, it turned up nothing, so Barb discussed it with Chris Nickless and others she ran into in town to try to come up with ideas.

“We had a little community conference in Donex. Then, we went looking for a metal detector and I phoned Garry and Elsie Babcock because I knew they had one.”

Barb notes the Babcocks then called their son, Robert, who now has that equipment, and he went out to the ranch on Nov. 30, a few days after the keys went missing.

“It took him a good hour and 15 minutes, and he found them in the snow bank with his metal detector. Now, isn’t that cool? It was like a Christmas gift.”

Robert says he went out promptly when he heard what was needed because more snow

Dave MacLeod photo

Aaron MacLeod, front left, and, clockwise, Liam, Fynnley and their mother, Shawna, were out playing in the snow at a ranch in Lac la Hache when she lost her keys. Family and friends then put their heads together and came up with a novel solution.

was expected.

“I knew how important it was, especially the keys in these new vehicles – they are expensive.”

However, the equipment is not really designed for use in the cold, he explains, and it was about -32 C that day.

“I wasn’t sure if the metal detector was going to work in that cold, but it did.”

Robert notes he goes out scouting quite a bit in the summertime as a hobby for pleasure and antiquing. Sometimes, old items make their way to the 100

Mile House Historical Society that Garry and Elsie help run, and where Robert occasionally volunteers.

“I do try to stick with the historical sites. I follow the Old Cariboo Highway and I pick up oxen shoes, mule shoes. It’s incredible to see some of the stuff because most of these areas you go into, you don’t see anything on the ground. But, it’s underneath the ground, on parts of the old highway.”

It ran right through the Cariboo, so remains of the old

highway can still be found in many places, he explains.

“I live at the 108 Mile Ranch, so, the first entrance going north, it runs along the Highway 97 through the [Hills Health Ranch] area, and then cuts across. I’ve been poking along there; every year I go at least once and find something.”

“I’ve been cataloguing everything, and if I find something unique, I usually donate it to the historical society. I’ve sent them probably 12 or more pairs of oxen shoes.”

An anomaly with those is he usually finds the right halves of the split oxen shoes, but rarely the left pieces, especially those that match up.

“I’m doing this hobby because when we were kids, my father and the kids used to go out all the time. The machine I’ve got is the one that he used to use.”

The “neatest” find was when Garry, Robert and a young friend went to 83 Mile just south of where a museum used to be,

Home is where the Heart is.

Call Laurette to schedule a personal visit 250.305.1131 or 250.305.3318 lvike@retirementconcepts.com

1455 Western Avenue williamslakeseniorsvillage.com

Continued on 18

18

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

Hobbyist scouts for heritage on old highway From 17

Carole Rooney photo

Robert Babcock came to the rescue when Shawna MacLeod lost her keys in a snowbank. He used this circa-1980s metal detector, which he has used since his early days of scouting fields and old roads as a youngster, to find the keys.

where he notes the old highway runs out in the back.

“Dad had pointed out where there’s certain areas along the old highway ... you’ll see where somebody has dug out a whole bank. Well, that’s the area where they’d back up the wagon and the guys would dig the dirt to fill up the highway when they were putting it through in the 1860s.”

Robert says he then imagined if he were a road worker, where he would stop for lunch, and went up to the top of a little knoll.

“It would have had a nice view at the time.

So, I found where he’d had his lunch, and right beside the tin can in the ground, I found an 1854 American dime, in just pristine condition.”

He also imagined what that loss actually “cost” the labourer.

“You’d probably get

a good meal out of it along the road, or even lodging for the night, before the Cariboo Gold Rush really kicked in. He probably spent some time searching for it, too.”

Robert collects old bottles and appealing rocks, among other things, and says he finds plenty of interesting old items on

top of the ground, or under shallow layer of dirt, without using any equipment.

“That was another part of the hobby my father showed me, so I started collecting those as quite a young man, and now I’ve got quite a bit of stuff.”

His glass items date back almost to the first soda pop bottles, which

Just a note to all men and their spouses:

SAT., MAY 19

SUN., MAY 20 BCRA Profession al

RODEO

Featuring all your favourite action…

• Bull Riding • Bronc Riding • Team Roping • Pole Bending • Cow Riding • Barrels …and much more!

If you are having an issue

BELOW THE BELT

ISSUES?

there is help!

a phom r s m r e y L e c r r c e n s e c n a an Ca er Canc Hodgkin mies n’s iti lC d tate C orecta erticul icular h o itis • Pros • Col • Div • Test • Blad • Non • Ost • Cro • Col

250 791-9235

PLEASE CONTACT US AT:

250 791-5540

250 791-6616

if criminals were this to

spot

Sponsored By…

RODEO

FOR LOCAL ENTRIES May 3 ONLY 4-7pm ONLY

“Tough Enough to Wear Pink” in support of Breast Cancer Awareness on Sunday

2013

Lone Butte

Rocks!

Vol. 7 No.

Throne speech renews vows

Caribo&oCrafts

Consignment

– SAT. OPEN: MON.PM 10AM-4

Butte, Hwy wn Lone in Downto250-395-1010

24

96 Hwy 97

(Beside Tim Hortons)

Y

100 MILE REALT

AND OPERATED

100 Mile House, BC

424 250-395-3-8426 1-800-R663 e a l Est ate C o n n e c TLY OWNED

oo

tio

througho

ut the

ESIAN PRETTY POLYN

we wouldn’t need

S PERFORMER

r

Black Press

in the visitor Clark sat ure on Premier Christy Columbia legislat speech British ment’s throne tments seats of the her govern June 26, as Liberal commi the B.C. . renewed a realty.com May election Guichon read www.100mile from the or Judith r session Website: Lt. Govern open a rare summe to government brief speech ure, reiterating ballegislat consecutive tax of the for four carbon commitmentss and a freeze on rates. anced budget al income tax to person returning a and most d before gn for Clark attende r and a campai ion byelect premie a as in duties e-Kelowna seat in Westsid 10. it a little bit set for July take a seat makes to s as quickly “Waiting to busines get in the get down that harder to I’m not lettingon a visit to a but like, d rs as I’ told reporte ction in Saanich. way,” Clark before I under constru care facility the legislature back this bal“We called want to get because we had a seat passed.” called it anced budget leader John Horgan health NDP house aims to hold growth, budget that a “bogus” g below one per cent Credit care spendin seen since the Social 1980s. a target not of the early 25, program until July g sit to restraint ure is spendin The legislat budget and the as the ministries debating government all for estimates RS: 26 on June by law. business required NEW HOU - Saturday order of of veteran The first election Monday - 2:30 p.m. unanimous Liberal MLA Linda was the 7:00 a.m.

East B.C. ure.

Richmond of the legislat B.C. Liberal -OUT speaker ain TAKE Reid as rke Mount • EAT IN • elected deputy Coquitlam-Bu Horne was onds NDP MLA MLA Doug y-Edm Burnab speaker. speaker and is assistant deputy Corner of th St. an Raj Chouh

Breakfast • Open for h Specials • Daily Lunc ring • Cate

Friday’s

Fishp&s Chi cial

Lunch Spe

026

250-395-4

WATERF

ENT ONE PERC REALTY

Rd. 5467 Scuffi00 $349,9

custom den, 2.5 bath floors.

3.73 ac. 4bdrm,home Hardwood LR, DR, sunkennook, built updated main with eating Spacious w/island, & Room for FR. Lg kitchen 080 water & backyard. overlooks to town. MLS#N216 horses & close

House 100 Milending Area g Lot and Surrou e, Save-On-Food’s Parkin

In the Red

Chris Nickless

photo

sian Dance n’s Polyne on July 1. e Site with Cheraly who dance at the 108 Heritag Larsen, Skylinn celebration , back, and the Canada Day during the day.

Rachel Klassen ed during entertainment perform lineup of Studio, a great There was

Four

RONTS

Hwy. 97 &

Rd. 6148 Higgins00 $339,9

from Higgins Lk fishing on & tastefully Peaceful trout 4pc docks. Renovated your own rancher w/loft, 2 bdrms, for windows decorated ceilings. Lg. backup. bath. VaultedWoodstove w/elec. great views. MLS#N226688 2 car garage.

Lake Rd. 5441 Greeny 00

$325,0 66’ of water’s area. ac within Private 1.03 & spacious living New edge. Openreplace & sun room. Lk Master w/fi 25x40 insl. shop. Greeny Lk & Mt roof in ‘08. shing. Near Timothy has good fi Hill. MLS#N220290 Timothy Ski

Rd. Frontage 3910 Abbey $559,000Well Maintained

sundeck 518’ level shore.

5 ac in ALR, w/ huge composite kitchen, updated 2 storey home docks., lake. Recently overlooking 3 garage doors, updated to Lac minutes new floors, & x-fenced. hot tub, fenced N227436 la Hache. MLS#

your help

KEEPSAKE

2013

By Tom Fletche

Yo u

ri b

n!

r

INDEPENDEN

Ca

ributioN

dist • free

38

5, • July

KATHY FIRTH 6-9776 Cell: 250-70 1-877-593-2276

Toll Free:

m

alty.co onepercentre

Email: kathy@

entrealty.com

www.oneperc

If you, your relatives or friends have appeared on a page of the Free Press or Cariboo Connector, we can make a full colour, drymounted reproduction to give as a gift or to hang on your wall.

There’s no other gift like it!

SOUTH CARIBOO

Caboos

#3- Pinkney Complex, 536 Horse Lake Road 100 Mile House, BC Phone: 250-395-2219

www.100milehouseadventist.ca

250-395-7770 ST. TIMOTHY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH The Log Church at Blackstock and Horse Lake Road

Holy Communion.....Sun. 10:30 am

“Find friends and food for faith”

250-395-4241

ST. JUDE’S CATHOLIC MISSION CHURCHES 5691 Horse Lake Road 250-395-4429 Fax: 250-395-4228

Rev. Vernantius Ononiwu

WEEKEND MASSES: Sat: 4pm - OAPA Hall, Lac la Hache Sun: 9:30am - St. Jude’s, 100 Mile House 1st & 3rd Sundays 11:30am - St. Augustine, Canim Lk 2nd & 4th Sundays 12:30pm - Holy Family, Bridge Lk WEEKDAY MASS: at St. Jude’s Mon.- Fri. 8am, and Sat. 9am

100 MILE HOUSE UNITED CHURCH 49 Dogwood Ave. 250-395-2932

AN OPEN COMMUNITY OF FAITH. Worship every Sunday 10:30am Communion celebrated second Sunday of every month

American Sign Language available Sundays

© 100 Mile Free Press

SALES

Cariboo south

www.voar.org

ADVENTIST HEALTH

Interim Pastor John Marshall Sunday Morning Worship ~ 10am

250-396-7710

Here’s a very unique

r Connecto

Going We’reRock!

To 10-4 JULY 6

CHRISTIAN FAMILY RADIO VOAR FM 106.7

100 MILE HOUSE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

Featuring…

• Bull Riding • Saddle • Bareback • Team Broncs Roping • Barrel Racing • Steer Riding and much, much more!

Action starts at noon Sunday and Monday on at the Outriders Grounds on Airport Road!

CONCESSION & REFRESHMEN TS BOTH DAYS

SOUVENIR PAGES Cariboo

Meetings at the Good News Centre 5827 Horse Lake Road

Come as you are, and rest in the presence of God.

MON., MAY 21

Second Big Go-Aroun d BCRA Professional

• Tim Hortons • Central GM • Regency • Sunrise • Lazy B Tack • Yummers Ford • Buckin’ Horse Contractin EnRoute • Red Coach Inn • TIM-BR Mart • Exeter Forest & Marine g • The Log House • Shawn Parkins Electric • Safeway • Diamond • Meadow Lake Ranch D Bulls • Taseko Mines • Teniye Logging Ltd. • 108 Building Supply • 108 Supermarket • Jake’s Pub • PMT • Horse Gate Trailer Accounting • GPS Forest Consultants Sales • Panorama Custom Woodwork ing • 100 Mile Free Press

HORSE LAKE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

108 MILE RANCH

COWBOY CHURCH 9:30am

Contractors C PLUS RODEO STOCK DIAMOND D BULLS

A ministry of the Cariboo Presbyterian Church WORSHIP 10am Sunday, Little Church, Timothy Lk. Rd. 7pm Mon. eves, at 7243 Rainbow Cres. Canim Lk. 7pm Wed. eves, at Bonter Residence, Hwy 24 For Info call 250-396-4251 Ministers: Bruce Wilcox, David Webber

9am & 11am Sunday Service 7:30pm Wednesday - Youth Church Huge Kids’ Ministry Pastor Rick Barker Church 250-791-5532 Church email: info@cclf.ca Website: www.cclf.ca

Below The Belt

IN 100 MILE HOUSE SUNDAY & MON DAY MAY 19 & 20

at Jake’s Pub

LAC LA HACHE COMMUNITY CHAPEL

CARIBOO CHRISTIAN LIFE FELLOWSHIP

DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO ABOUT YOUR

POSTERS

DINNER & DANCE

Come Worship With Us

“We preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake” For info telephone 250-395-1070

easy

FROM CONCEPT TO Let’s G o Ro d e o !

FINISHED PRODUCT When you, your business or your group needs a poster built and printed, contact us! We have the expertise and experience to create an eye-catching poster at a most competitive price.

CHURCH SERVICES

Bible Teaching Meeting ...... Sun. 11:00am

… from your

NEW!

Robert notes were round on the bottom as they needed to be stored on their side to keep the cork wet and sealed.

His second-generation pop bottles have a small seat molded into the bottom, he explains.

“It is a fascinating hobby for me, and it’s just amazing what people can find.”

100 Mile House & Area

1-800-222-8477

566 Birch Ave. 250-395-2337

CHRIST THE KING EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Horse Lk Rd, (just over the bridge)

SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30am Vicar Aaron Astley Phone: 250-395-5159 ChristtheKing100M@gmail.com www.ctklc.weebly.com

BETHEL CHAPEL (Affiliated with PAOC)

550 Exeter Truck Route

SUNDAY SERVICE 10:00am Lead Pastor GARY FORSYTH

250-395-4637

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

19

www.100milefreepress.net

Entertainment Dakota Daulby: a rising star 108 Mile Ranch grandparents helped foster young actor’s dream

Gaven Crites Free Press

Dakota Daulby loves to get out of Vancouver once in a while and visit his grandparents in 108 Mile Ranch.

It’s so quiet and peaceful, says the 19-year-old actor.

That’s what Lonia and Dave Craig, 108 Mile residents for close to eight years now, like about it, too. Like their grandson, Daulby, they enjoy a lot of the same outdoor activities many folks around the South Cariboo do. Things like snowmobiling in the winter and fishing in the summer.

They also get a kick out of their grandson’s on-screen performances when he sends

them DVDs of different projects he’s in. Currently, Daulby plays a recurring character named “Kent” on a TV show called Falling Skies, a science fiction drama into its fourth season.

Steven Spielberg is an executive producer on the show and Daulby works alongside actors like Noah Wyle (ER), Moon Bloodgood (Terminator Salvation) and Will Patton (Armageddon).

He’s also in a movie, soon to be released, called Sitting on the Edge of Marlene (2014).

Daulby also has writing and directorial aspirations.

He studies at New Image College of Fine Arts, a private academy for acting in Vancouver.

Daulby says he’s thankful

“

Someone always has to go over lines with him. We all become a character in his latest show or adventure…"

– Lonia Craig

Dakota Daulby

and lucky to be where he is with respect to his career in the film industry. It’s something he always wanted to do – something his grandma

can attest to.

“We used to see him out in the yard, talking away to himself, thinking, ‘Oh, boy. What’s wrong with this child’?’’ she explains, laughing.

“I don’t know what it was.

He was always studying or becoming a different person. Someone always has to go over lines with him. We

all become a character in his latest show or adventure or what have you. He’s been like that for quite a few years.”

She adds it’s sort of a bizarre feeling watching some of his performances now, especially when he’s portraying “nasty” characters.

“It’s hard to look at him in these roles and have him portray somebody else when you know he’s not like that.

Then you think, ‘Wow. He’s doing that really well’.”

Daulby says he gets that sort of reaction from friends, too. Before he did it professionally, acting started as something like an escape for him when he was younger.

It allowed him to become

For the most up-to-date in local and regional news, sports, business and community events…

CHANGING THE WAY YOU MOVE SNOW

WITH LEADING INNOVATION

ce of the The voi Cariboo South 1960 since h us:

Happy!

Happy!

Happy!

reac How to 95-2219 Ph: 250-3 95-3939 ss.net Fax: 250-3 ilefreepre press.net www.100m 0milefree mail@10

100mil One Se

UNBELIEVABLE SAVINGS

0% financing

1499 $ 26” HD 3x 1399 5 $ 26” 3x 1199 28” HD 3x

$

MANUFACTURE WARRANTY

GEAR BOX WARRANTY

$1.30

inc

efreep

ress.n

et

Caribo

Consignment &oCraft s

es

OPEN: MON.

1, 2014

100 MILE REALT Y

T

INDEPENDEN TLY OWNED

ut the sout

h Cariboo

• deCeMber

27, 2013

AND OPERATED

(Beside Tim Hortons)

100 Mile House, BC

Ca r

ibo

ate C o

Yo

SAVE

95

SAVE

$50

$100

nn

ec

DUCT CLEA

NING IS NOW AVA ILABLE

Improve your indoor air quality and the effi ciency of your heating system furnace ducts by having your use a combi cleaned. We nation of brush and vacuum technology loosen the debris to out of the ducts. and clear it We also have a camera system for before and after inspec tions.

MSRP $499.95

Grade 6 studen the Grinch whot Emma West, left, shared the tried to steal Christmas at role of Max the Dog with the Horse Lake fellow studen Karen Schuurma Elementary t n photo School ChristmLauren Popadinac. Sienna as concert on Parent had fun Dec. 19. playing

Pipeline appr oved with cond A lot of work to itions be done before pipeline

See before and after video at our website: www.shaverco mfortsolutions. com

By Tom Fletche

Black Press

JOE SHAVER Licensed and Bonded Gasfitter

Shaver Comfo rt Solutions,

299

$

througho

250-395-3424 1-800-663-84 26 o Re a l Est

CS352

16" 34cc

ributioN

Website: www.1 00milerealty.c om

399

$

• free dist

96 Hwy 97

CS450P 16" 45cc

Vol. 8 No. 11 V

GRINCH STOLE LAUGHS NOT CHRISTMAS

– SAT.

10AM-4PM in Downtown Lone Butte, 250-395-1010 Hwy 24

ur

95

Deutsch.

$50

ing Cruis o 2014 in t

SAVE

$100

WE CARRY INTERSTATE BATTERIES & PRODUCTS

Lone Butte Small Engine

becomes a real ity

Continued on

ONE PERCENT REALTY

100 Mile House and Surrounding Area

o

rin phot

Val Seve

In the Red Caboos e, Save-On-Food ’s Parking Lot

Happy New Yea r to my past, pre sent and futu re clients.

Best wishes for 201 4! www.oneperc entrealty.com

7

KATHY FIRTH Cell: 250-70

Toll Free: 1-877-56-9776 93-2276

Email: kathy@

onepercentre alty.co

m

…read the 100 Mile Free Press every Wednesday, and the Cariboo Connector FREE on Fridays to 20,000 homes and locations!

Sales & Service

Tues. - Fri. 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Sat. 10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.

Ltd.

www.shavercom fortsolutions.com Unser Techniker Spricht

SAVE

r

weigh the risks.

Its released in Calgary two-volume report was A federal environ on Dec. 19.

The panel said “The environ mental review there would recommended mental, societa effect on some be significant Enbridge’s Northe panel has burdens of l and econom populations a large ic bou and heavy oil pipelin rn Gateway grizzly bear, and of woodland carie not permanent, oil spill, while unlikely and uncertainty remain tions on environ can proceed if 209 condiover the would be signific condi mental protect panel conclud s ant,” the minim effectiveness of Enbrid ion are met. ed in its report.

After 18 month ge’s plans to ize the disrupt “Through our s of submis ion the pipelin experts and sions from cause. conditions, e would the public, the National Energy Northern Gateway to implem we require Board Joint Review “It is our view ent appropriate and effective Panel conclud that, efits of a twin spill prevention ed the benlihood of signific after mitigation, the likeben pipeline from spill response measur ant es adverse norther and to a proposed capabilities, so effects resultin environmental n Alberta hood tanker facility that the likelig from project and consequences at Kitimat outmalfunctions accidents is very out of a large spill or be minimized. low,” the report would ” states.

Ph: 250-3955344

CHECK OUT OUR REFURBISHED CHAINSAWS & SNOW BLOWERS

6015 B Hwy 24, Lone Butte, Behind Lone Butte Post Office 250-395-4104 • 250-644-4102 • lonebuttesmallengines@yahoo.ca

GS ludes

32 pag

Car

n!

3 year consumer warranty included

ON ECHO CHAINSAWS & ACCESSORIES

JA

Y NUAR

ction,

oo Conibn ector

New Year!

tio

for 36 months

“someone you’re not," he explains.

“Portraying something that’s not ourselves, getting out of your comfort zone, that’s something every actor dreams off. That’s what we love to do.”

The film business is a hard one to get into, he adds. But for young people looking to break-in, he says, “if you’re true to yourself and you’re kind and you’re an easy person to work with, above all, things fall in place eventually. You just have to trust yourself.”

Lonia says her grandson has worked hard to get to where he’s at.

“As a family, we’re right there behind him. I hope his dreams come true.”

MEETING ALL YOUR SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS ON ALL MAKES AND MODELS. • Accessories • Parts • Oils • Lubricants • Files • Axes • Batteries • Safety Equipment

Including 100 Mile House, 108 Mile Ranch, Lac la Hache, Forest Grove, Canim Lake, Lone Butte, Bridge Lake, Sheridan Lake, Lac des Roches, 70 Mile House, Green Lake/Watch Lake and Clinton.

250-395-2219

The 14th Annual 100 Mile House Saturday, January 18th

Martin Exeter Hall 2:00 Matinee or 7:00 Evening Show

Cowboy Concert Featuring Jeremy Willis, Mag Mawhinney, and Tim Hus

1-888-763-2221

Tickets are only $15 and are available at Work n Play * 100 Mile Feed * The Log House Western Wear

sponsored in part by

20

?

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

Lac la Hache residents welcome 2014 with family, friends and neighbours What’s On LAC LA HACHE

Here’s a convenient listing of upcoming arts, entertainment and cultural events by non-profit groups in the South Cariboo. To be included, call 250-395-2219 at least one week before the event.

Monika Paterson 250 395-0918

llhnews@gmail.com

A new year is on its way with the snow coming down, children playing with their Christmas treasures and parents relaxing as the calendar begins a new chapter before the students head back to school next week. Here is wishing everyone a very healthy, happy and prosperous 2014.

School news The Lac la Hache Elementary School Christmas concert was held in the gymnasium on Dec 17, and it was enjoyed by all that attended.

School principal

Monika Paterson photos

Kindergarten children Aurora Seniw-Berthelette, left, and Arlene Tanner sang their parts in the Lac la Hache Christmas concert play, Cool Santa, while other students sat and watched on Dec. 17.

Steve Carpenter opened with a welcome and Christmas greetings.

Then the performance began with elf Jordan Hicks telling a story about Christmas, the school band performed a few Christmas songs and then the audience was asked to join in for some car-

olling led by Bev Fry and Candace Copley singing and playing the guitar.

The students then moved into their short and very funny skit about putting together their Christmas play called The Perfect Christmas Play. The audience showed their

appreciation with a huge ovation.

Santa arrived following the play and the students had a chance to visit and a chat with the jolly old elf, and then received a small bag of goodies.

Community carolling The Lac la Hache

Lac la Hache Volunteer Fire Department members Rick Jones, left, Paul Cowley, Larry Pawloski, Brent Rutherford and fire chief Terry Murphy delivered Christmas hampers to less fortunate families in the area.

Elementary School’s Parent Advisory Council sponsored an evening of community carolling around an open fire in the parking lot of the community hall on Dec. 15.

Members of the community, and parents and students came out to enjoy some hot chocolate, goodies, visiting and carolling with family, friends and neighbours.

LLHVFD news The Lac La Hache Volunteer Fire Department (LLHVFD) and the Firemen’s Auxiliary put together 15 hampers for families in need from the generous donations made by members of our community.

Santa and his fire department elves distributed these hampers to some very appreciative families in the Lac la Hache area.

The Firemen’s Auxiliary would like to thank everyone who helped to make this possible.

Whatʻs happening at the…

YOUTH ZONE Proud Sponsor

e Drop In to the! n o Z th u o Y !

It’s FREE

We acknowledge the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia.

It’s a new year at the Youth Zone!

Stop by and see what we’ve got!

ALL YOUTH ARE WELCOME!

SCHOOL HOURS • Monday-Thursday OPEN 3-6pm • Fridays OPEN 3-8pm • Saturdays & Sundays CLOSED • AGES 12-18 YEARS OLD

Have a Merry Christmas

• Jan. 10-12 – The 21st Annual Cariboo Challenge (Jack Gawthorn Memorial Sled Dog Race) will be held at the 108 Mile Heritage Site.

Racing features four-, six- and 10-dog teams, Ski Jouring and a Sportsman events. There will be vendors and on-site catering for breakfast and lunch. The Musher’s Dinner and Auction is at The Hills Health Ranch on Jan. 11. For more information, go to cariboochallengesled dograce.com, or call 250-791-5225.

• Jan. 18 – The 14th Annual 100 Mile House Cowboy Concert starts with a matinee at 2 p.m. before an evening show at 7 p.m. at Martin Exeter Hall. The show features Jeremy Willis, Mag Mawhinney and Tim Hus. Tickets are $15 and available at Work n Play, 100 Mile Feed and Ranch Supply and The Log House Western Wear. For more information, contact 1-888763-2221.

YOUR COMMUNITY CONNECTION SOUTH CARIBOO VISITOR CENTRE We’re here for you!

MONDAY to FRIDAY - 9am to 5pm Phone: 250-395-5353 Fax: 250-395-4085

www.SouthCaribooTourism.ca email: southcaribootourism@dist100milehouse.bc.ca

Cariboo ChilCotin Partners for literaCy Melody Newcombe 250-945-4199 Operations Support Worker

January is the month of new beginnings, a time to make positive changes in our lives. Do you want to learn new things, improve your writing and math skills?

Learn how to use a computer or upgrade your skills. Make this your year to achieve new goals while having fun learning. CCPL has many free programs, and services.

To learn more about CCPL please call Mel at 250-945-4199.

r! a e Y w e N y p p a H

Become a Lifelong Learner!

Melody Newcombe - 250-791-5720 Operations Support Worker Janette Moller - 250-392-8161 Operations Manager Bruce Mack - 250-392-6867 CCPL President

Thanks to the Province of BC for our funding www.caribooliteracy.com YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LINE

1-800-680-4264

info@youthagainstviolence.com

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

www.100milefreepress.net

21

Dinner Concert attracted 150 to Ho Ho Down INTERLAKES

Club meets at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 11 to discuss Inconvenient Indian by Thomas King. Call 250593 2264 for venue.

Calendar Call the writer for contact numbers.

• Teen Space meets 5:30 to 8 p.m., Jan. 3 at Interlakes Hall. All youth aged 12 and up are welcome.

• Bridge Lake annual Bird Count is on Jan. 4. Call Wendy Marshall at 250-593-2327 if you wish to participate.

• Highway 24/Interlakes Lions meet 6:30 p.m., Jan. 6 at Interlakes Hall.

• Deka fire practice: 6:30 p.m., Jan. 7.

• Deka Ladies Auxiliary meets 10:30 a.m., Jan. 8 at Deka Fire Hall.

• Interlakes Snowmobile Club meets 7

Diana Forster 250 593-2155

Diana Forster photos

Pioneer Girls Veronica DeVries, left, Lorayna Baptiste, Vanessa Betschart, Amber Conway and Emma Law were delightful doing their skit during A Western Ho Ho Ho Down – the schools Christmas concert production.

Book club The BLCS

Book

New year greeting My warmest thanks to those who have kept my columns full all year and, now, I wish for you all: Comfort in difficult times, Smiles when sadness intrudes, Rainbows to follow your dreams, Laughter to kiss your lips, Sunsets to warm your heart, Gentle hugs when spirits sag, Friends to brighten your days, Beauty for your eyes to see; And a very Happy New Year.

See Full Page Views Aim your sights on our RED NECK SALE

Check our ad in the Hunting Guide in Aug. 28 Free Press.

Cariboo

Consignment & Crafts OPEN: MON. – SAT.

10AM-4PM in Downtown Lone Butte, 250-395-1010 Hwy 24

oo Conn ector Carib

Vol. 7 No. 45

• free distri

butioN throu

ghout the

For as low as

4

south Caribo

o • augus t 23, 2013

$ 17

96 Hwy 97 (Beside Tim Hortons)

100 MILE REALTY INDEPENDENTLY

OWNED AND

100 Mile House, BC

OPERATED

250-395-3424 1-800-663-8426 ur

Ca r

i b o o Re a l Est ate

Con

ne

c

n!

Rezansoff showcase Bridge Lake Librarian Brenda Tillyer is delighted to welcome Joan Rezansoff as guest artiste in the library’s Community Showcase for the month of January.

As coordinator of Loon Bay Saturday Summer markets, Joan’s creations are well known and appreciated.

“I’ve been crafting for over 20 years and things come and go,” says Joan.

“My display will specifically include sil-

houettes, wheat bags, doggie wipes – for wiping their little feet, and barrettes, and maybe other things.”

Website: www.100

milerealty.com

CALL US FOR:

Duct Cleaning Dryer Vent Cleaning Gas & Electric Furnace Service & Repairs Gas & Electric Furnace Replacements Gas & Electric Boiler Service Gas Fireplace Maintenanc & Repairs Water Heater Service, e & Repairs Repair & Replaceme nt Water Softeners

Water Filters Reverse Osmosis (RO) Systems Appliance Service and Repairs

WE’RE HERE

TO HELP!

JOE SHAVER Licensed and Bonded Gasfitter

Shaver Comfort

Solutions, Ltd.

Ph: 250-395-5344

www.shavercomfortso Unser Techniker

lutions.com

Spricht Deutsch.

ONE PERCENT REALTY

100 Mile and SurroundHouse ing Area

In the Red Caboose,

Canim Lake Band member House product Mark Boyce, who scored the insurance pects game thatCole Zimmerman, right, during goal for concluded the Wranglers Aug. the 100 Mile House WranglersTeam Blue, took a slashing Ken Alexander photo 18-20 Main Camp. penalty against Blue and White another 100 game. There Mile was a good crowd for the pros-

Top prospects leave it all on the

Ken Alexander

Save-On-Food’s

4397 Begg Rd. Lac la Hache

$199,000

Parking Lot

28, 2013

Two Sections

, 52 pages

100milefreepress

.net

www.onepercentre

NOW

TEACHER POSITIONS SORTED OUT

alty.com

A4

Monika Paterson

Cariboo at the South garlic harvest B1.) off some of their more photos on page in Lumby showed la Hache. (See t of Skye Farms festival in Lac weekend-long and Yarrow Earthhear Tahbi Skye, left,a regular vendor at the annual is 24. The farm

HUNTING SEASON OPENS SEPT. 10 B7

INSIDE

opinion A8 letters A9 B3 entertainment sports A23 community B1 classifieds A28

The voice of the South Cariboo since 1960 How to reach us: Ph: 250-395-2219 Fax: 250-395-3939 www.100milefreepress.net mail@100milefreepress.net

/month +GST

You can

Continued on 7

Lovely, fully reno’d 2 bdrm 1 bath cottage on 10.88 View of Lake. ac. hobby farm. w/24x16 shelter. Fenced pasture 2 seasonal springs. drilled wells plus

electrical, windows New plumbing, & drywall. Easy Access to Hwy. Backs on to Crown land. Adjoining 5 ac. for sale too.

SHOW AND SALE WRAPS UP A5

ice

help determine Free Press which Once players formed the nucle- munity again the com- and a lot of crashing us of the roster. support was There was and markers a good banging. 100 Mile outstanding.” in the second In turnout for the his House period post-gam e 100 product Kevin As for the game House Wranglers Mile comments, general Raimundo Lane on two goals by itself, man- Team Vanderwettering, Blue, with club delivered a couple of B Hockey Club’s Junior ager/head coach including the Doug vice-pres Blue & Rogers crushing body game winWhite game. checks. ident indicated he AUGUST Greg ner (one assist) was Aiken behind Team White’s pleased with and one More than 200 Brady the bench, Ward GST what he knocked specta- saw opened the scor- by Luke Santerno (two off Team White, $1.30 includes – not only from tors watched and assists). the with club cheered players ing at 19:32 of for the 34 the second chipped Connor Sloan president and prospects tators. but also the spec- governor period, which – 30 skaters Tom Bachynski three saw the helpers. in with T PAIR and four boys settle down PUNGEN behind “I the goalies – as they am bench, 5-2. to play Mark Boyce of some hockey. skated blue/white confident the There was no Canim fast, hit hard Ward also Lake game will proscoring got and left vide got the insurance his team’s second in the first period, nothing in the the Wranglers goal which near the with saw both gas tank some end of the second goal in the third and during a game teams getting player announce Braeden St. Louis that will ments frame. scored in the near future. good chances, great saves, with three seconds Team Blue pushed players driving left on to the net with back the clock. three unanswer ed

SOLD! SOLD! SOLD!

arrived, complete with a sack of goodies for all the school children.

The organizing Committee also gratefully accepted donations of non-perishable food items for the Interlakes Christmas Giftboxes, which were assembled and distributed on Dec. 21.

tio

During the Bridge Lake schools’ combined Christmas Dinner Concert, the band sang and played Happy Birthday to Peyton Kreschuk who celebrated her birthday on Dec. 18.

carols. For their finale, they called a stunned Peyton Kreschuk to the bandstand to sing Happy Birthday, as this was her fourth birthday.

The school’s production of A Western Ho Ho Ho Down included every student in the school, with narrators Logan Law and Hannah Valihora; Santa played

by Antonio Valihora; and Dirk Verheul as the sheriff.

The younger girls’ “Pioneer Girls” act was particularly charming, while the older students produced an amazingly good square dance.

Eventually, the “Bad Guys” turned good, and went to help a lost Santa find his way to their town, and on his arrival, everyone welcomed him and sang their hearts out to end the show.

Then, the “real” Santa

Yo

directed by Jasmine Kreschuk, opened the evening with several

NEW LISTING

Bridge Lake Elementary School and Bridge Lake Community School Society (BLCS) held their annual Christmas Dinner Concert, Dec. 18.

A full Christmas dinner with all the trimmings was served to some 150 people at 5:30 p.m., with the concert following at 7.

The Grade 5-7 band,

p.m., Jan. 8 downstairs at Wildman’s Family Dining & Lounge.

• BLCS meets 1:30 p.m., Jan. 13 at the school.

Garlic festival

photo

on Aug.

up with remarks Hearings wrapus ‘live long and prosper’ at home : let Supporters message

the on addressed Nick Christians is and his nt elsewhere on behalf of himself seeking employme per cent panel construction phase demonstrated by the 25 the says, family.

700 people in the well says he told in the region, he operation, with Christianson mine a ratio of seniors and 600 during the provinclear to him the jobs. We are this is well over panel it is now 1,200 indirect and adding y is merely a way en were over community, project controvers resource-based Two local businessm closing cial average. of the SCCC, Doucette groups to pursue First Nations than two dozen with Boss Mountain [mine] On behalf his panel for among the more that we s issues. their minds when in the early 1980s, it is time notes he centred potential land-claim people who spoke nt needs to deal on Goldspe– governme mine Prosperity remarks “The ... welcome a new [land claims] the federal New to the South .” environmental mine impacts with First Nations because of cifically, New Prosperity he Copper Project economy. up its publimiting progress notes are Cariboo they wrapped Doucette and social review panel block. with a Closing children and “The economic this stumbling explained his lic hearing sessions Aug. 23. will generate the [First Nations benefits that it “I don’t think on ren should have be felt d you can’t hold Remarks Session two grandchild “stay, live and will most certainly Cariboo involved] understan says he made to to furLen Doucette one an option s as a ‘hostage’ home comwithin the South to the panel, jobs the proponent claims.” prosper” in their presentations to ty through Chamber of not be forced ther their land LEN DOUCETTE communi Aug. 21 Prince as a South Cariboo representative, munity and and indirect – both direct work.

He notes an Commerce (SCCC) Yes to New leave to find article states some of local busit is Citizen support in enrolmen Say George his “Student “repeatedly” 2001. supplies and one for cent since from Facebook group.

First Nations presenters ness.” location down by 38 per Prosperity (SYNP) he felt his closing told the panel the mine a summary omic index released Doucette says by the The socio-econ the Both were essentially Continued on A4 economic impacts by School District #27 shows out remarks were well received was not of the social and place Mile the session have on 100 hilcotin in 49th panel, but adds the mine could SYNP Cariboo-C as the hearings. ” began with his as well attended of 57 [districts].

House, and he younger workers This exodus of summary. will be employing “The new mine

Carole Rooney Free Press

read our Award Winning newspaper

ONLINE PAGE BY PAGE WITH AN E-SUBSCRIPTION

INCLUDES ALL

ADVERTISING

You can subscribe online at

100milefreepress.net

or call 250-395-2219 and we will help you set up your eSub to the resilient and able to respond to challenges and opportunities.

A strong community is

Please give to support

STRONG COMMUNITIES.

Connector The Cariboo

#3-536 Pinkney Complex, Horse Lake Rd 100 Mile House, BC

22

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

The Calendar regular monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the Creekside Seniors Activity Centre.

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.

CLINTON q The Village of Clinton continues with its 150/50 anniversary celebrations with a New Year Celebration Dance at the Legion on Dec. 31. For more information, call 250459-2622.

100 MILE q The 100 Mile Pony Club will be conducting a Bottle Drive in the 100 Mile House area on Jan. 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to raise funds for Pony Club events and clinics. This is a notfor-profit club and members would greatly appreciate any contributions folks would like to make. For

100 MILE q TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) BC #1170 meets Thursdays at the 100 Mile House United Church at 49 Dogwood Ave. Weighin is 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Call Kirsteen at 250-395-3344 or Agnes at 250-395-4129 for more information.

Carole Rooney photo

Sarah Batalha, left, Maddy Rutledge and Alisha Beyer enjoyed fresh bannock served by Stephan Jensen at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School’s Indigenous Day event in the school’s student lounge on Dec. 12.

more information, contact Victoria at feist@live.ca or call 250-219-7442.

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 onetime 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 778-482-0090.

100 MILE q The South Cariboo Food Security Committee is looking for non-perishable donations from the general public. For drop-off information, call Debbra at Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre at 250-395-5155, or Rusty Martin at Loaves & Fishes Outreach at 250-3952708, or Sylvia Peniuk at the 100 Mile House & District Women’s Centre at 250-3954093.

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.

Submitted photo

Gerry Blais caught a 13-pound lake trout at Sheridan Lake recently. A Lone Butte resident for 54 years, he has been fishing the local lakes for that long. Blais said it took him about a 30 minutes to play and get the trout out of the hole.

100 MILE q Prenatal/infant parent information sessions and lunch drop-in are held at the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre (#1-486 Birch Ave.) on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guest speakers present topics of interest to expectant mothers and families with children up to three years old. Call

250-395-5155 for more information.

100 MILE q The 100 Mile and District Stamp Club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 1-2:30 p.m. in the meeting room at the 100 Mile House branch of the Cariboo Regional District Library. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experts. For more information call Glenna at 250-395-3661.

100 MILE q The South Cariboo Weavers, Spinners & Fibre Artists Guild meet the first Friday of each month at Parkside Art Gallery in 100 Mile House. New members welcome.

100 MILE q The 100 Mile House Red Cross Medical Equipment Loans Service needs volunteers. The service provides those in need with a short-term loan of medical equipment. If you wish to volunteer, call 250-395-9092 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays for more information.

100 MILE q Cariboo Calico Quilters Guild members meet at Creekside Seniors Activity Centre on Mondays, 6:309:30 p.m., and Thursdays, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Contact Roberta at 250395-4472 or Janice at 250395-2017 for information.

100 MILE q 2887 RMR RCACC local army cadets for youths 12-18 years meet Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Youth Training Centre at

5830 Horse Lake Rd. No cost. For more information, call Capt. Kevin Seal at 250706-2446.

GREEN LAKE q Help Us Get Slim (HUGS) meets every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. at 2489 North Bonaparte Rd. Call Elaine at 250-456-7391 for information.

LAC LA HACHE q Branch 1689 of TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursdays at the OAPO Hall (Pioneer Centre) at 4822 Clarke St., from 8:30-10:30. Visitors (preteens, teens and adults – male and female) are always welcome.

LONE BUTTE q O.U.T. (Other Unusual Talents) Group meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month, starting at 10 a.m. at the Lone Butte Community Hall. For more information, call Pat at 250395-2114 or Audrey at 250395-4206.

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 250-4567460.

100 MILE q The South Cariboo Writers’ Guild members welcome writers of all skill levels to join us every second and fourth Thursday in the Program Room at the 100 Mile House Library.

Meetings go from 6:15 to 7:55 p.m. and there is no cost or commitment involved. Please see our website at www. southcariboowriters.com for more information.

100 MILE q The South Cariboo Lioness Club meets at 6 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at BJ’s Donuts & Eatery at 305 Birch Ave. They also hold a potluck lunch meeting at 11:30 a.m. on the fourth Wednesday of every month at the 100 Mile United Church at 49 Dogwood Cresc. Contact Janet Belcourt for more information at 250-3953550.

100 MILE q Creekside Seniors

Gaven Crites photo

Rod Hennecker, a member of the Horse Lake Community Farm Co-op, poured a cup of locally roasted coffee at a Treats and Treasures Sale and Fundraiser at 100 Mile United Church on Dec. 7.

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

www.100milefreepress.net

Sports

23

FAST bytes BADMINTON DROP-IN A good new way to stay in shape and follow through on that New Year’s resolution might be dropping in for badminton.

There are open dropins at 100 Mile House Junior Secondary from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays.

The club can provide racquets and plays doubles, mixeddoubles and singles games.

“It’s good exercise,” says club member Elliot Arnold.

WRANGLERS ON ROAD Photo credit

100 Mile House Wranglers play-by-play announcer Josh Hall and colour commentator Carlee Mohorich shared a laugh during a recent broadcast from the South Cariboo Rec. Centre while cameraman Nathan Foote captured the action on the ice.

Calling it like it is

Wranglers rookie broadcast team getting positive feedback Gaven Crites Free Press

Where they set up is around centre ice way up behind the Wranglers bench, at the top level just behind the new yellow seats installed in September, tucked in tight near what would be the eastern wall of the South Cariboo Rec. Centre.

If the rink had a nosebleed section, this would be it. Except for having to stand and crane your neck to see into the far corner near the visitor’s bench, there’s a good view of the ice surface. It’s a tight squeeze back there though with all the equipment and wiring.

It seems the best way for them to get into place to cover a game is cameraman Nathan Foote goes in first, then colour commentator Carlee Mohorich can slide into place, before play-byplay man Josh Hall can have a seat at the end of the table near the steps leading down to the boards.

Things start to loosen up –

rhetorically anyhow – when the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League’s newest team takes the ice.

The 100 Mile House Wranglers are halfway through their inaugural campaign. In a season of fun and galvanizing firsts for the new local team and community, it’s also a rookie broadcast crew capturing the action for the webcast viewers at home.

Like the expansion club Wranglers, this team of volunteers is pretty good for a bunch of newbies thrown together in early September.

Mohorich, 17, and Foote, 16, are both Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School students – Grade 12 and 11 respectively.

Hall, 24, is a reporter on The Wolf radio station. He’s familiar with broadcasting, but like Foote behind the camera and Mohorich doing colour, doing live play-byplay is a brand new thing.

All three are sports fans.

More precisely, Vancouver Canucks fans. Doing this

has changed the way they appreciate hockey, when it’s on television, anyway.

Foote still watches games like he used to, but he’s also consciously noting the camerawork delivering the action. Same goes for Mohorich and Hall in a way. They pay attention to the delivery of broadcasters John Shorthouse, Jim Hughson and John Garrett.

The KIJHL isn’t the “Big Leagues,” and the 125 viewers or so the Wranglers webcasts get on average isn’t Hockey Night In Canada numbers, obviously, but they still want to put on a good show for those folks – mostly families and friends of 100 Mile House and visiting team players – who spent the $8 to tune in.

Things like pronunciation, accuracy and variety are key, Hall explains.

“I know it’s not just people from 100 Mile watching.

It’s people from the other team. Parents, some fans.

They want to hear their kids’ names pronounced right,

and I don’t want to sound stupid. There’s one guy on one team, he’s from Iceland.

So, you look at the roster well before you go live.”

Foote is at the rink an hour before game time to set up the equipment, and about an hour of prep time goes into every game for Hall, as well. He looks for different stats and personal things about players, like birthdays, hometowns, etc., to talk about throughout the broadcast, he explains.

“You want to make sure you know what you’re saying.”

100 Mile House has the best home game attendance in the league this year and no shortage of promotional activity with respect to fan appreciation and engagement. There are always several hundred in attendance and the players talk about other rinks not seeing half the number of spectators.

Although the webcast numbers are a bit tricky to come by, Wranglers presi-

dent Tom Bachynski was able to procure some. The record number was close to 450 viewers for the home opener.

That’s a huge number, Bachynski says, adding he hopes for viewership in the 175 to 200 range as the season progresses nearer to playoffs.

“We seem to be getting a lot of accolades on our Facebook page about how good our announcing is and how our camera work is good. We’re getting a lot of positive feedback.”

It’s all part of the KIJHL experience and other teams have their broadcasts as well. Bachynski and Hall talk about learning from what those other clubs are doing, with the end goal of continuing to produce a better and better broadcast and making sure the viewers enjoy the experience.

“It’s a great component for us because not everyone can get up to a hockey game,” Bachynski says.

Continued on 25

The local Kootenay International Junior Hockey League team is back on home ice at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre when Kimberley visits on Jan. 10.

Before that, following a short break around Christmas, the 100 Mile House Wranglers are on the road for three games, in early January.

The Wranglers travel to Fernie on Jan. 3 before stopping in Creston on Jan. 4 and Kimberley on Jan. 5.

SOCCER CLUB For anyone looking to get more active this year, indoor soccer might be the answer.

Adult players of all skill types are welcome to join Wednesday night soccer games at the 100 Mile House Junior Secondary gym between 7 p.m. and 9.

“It’s a great way for adults to get out and exercise and run around once a week,” explains organizer Rob Van Buskirk.

It’s $30 to join the drop in sessions, which go until the end of March.

For more information, contact robvanbus kirk@hotmail.com or 250-706-2366.

24

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

2013: Sports in review

Week 1 – Jan. 2 Snow for skiing Snow a welcome sight for Nordics Club: Cross-country ski lessons in full swing With snow on the ground, children in the skill development program were out on the trails learning technique and having fun.

of 108 Mile Ranch – won the Cariboo Gold Rush Marathon, held at the 99 Mile Ski Trails on Feb. 9.

Week 8 – Feb. 20 Midgets defy odds Midget Milers take it to a third game in provincial playoffs bid.

The 100 Mile Mayvin Midget Milers took it to three exciting games in Tier 3 zones for a shot at provincials, but came up short against Prince George, going 1-2 in the series.

Week 2 – Jan. 9 Sled dog races Race organizers were looking at a banner event. The Cariboo Challenge Sled Dog Race provided a busy couple days of racing and entertainment when it ran Jan. 12-13.

Week 3 – Jan. 16 Juvenile curling Local boys excited about qualifying for provincials.

100 Mile House had one boys’ team competing at the 2013 Tim Hortons BC Juveniles Curling Championships. Team members were Mathew Nielsen, Michael Nielsen, Christian Taylor, Ethan Sikiric and Chance Bourassa.

Back-country safety Free avalanche awareness was made available for outdoors enthusiasts.

South Cariboo Search and Rescue reminded folks about having winter fun with safety in mind during Avalanche Awareness Days with workshops on Jan. 19-20.

Week 4 – Jan. 23 Men's curling 100 Mile House curlers grabbed the top

File photo

Hannah Lindner shot extremely well during the 54th Annual Ladies Bonspiel in 100 Mile House on March 1-3. The 11-year-old skip led her team to the C event finals against Joanne Doddridge’s rink.

prizes at the annual men’ bonspiel.

Fourteen teams from around the Cariboo came to compete, but it was the 100 Mile Curling Club rinks coming out on top at its annual bonspiel Jan. 18-20. Three local teams won in their respective finals.

Hurdling obstacles Life’s demons were boxer’s biggest opponent during his life.

Local boxing coach Kelly Ricketts told his story of a troubled upbringing, his perseverance, and finding life’s true meaning inside and outside the ring.

Week 5 – Jan. 20 Facing elimination Tomahawks found themselves in a precarious position.

Lac la Hache’s senior

KEEP OUR CARRIERS

SAFE

KEEP YOUR DOG INSIDE ON PAPER DAYS

KEEP YOUR LIGHTS ON

men’s hockey team faced elimination in round 1 o f their Central Interior Hockey League playoff matchup with the Williams Lake Stampeders.

Week 6 – Feb. 6 Hawks eliminated Stamps trampled Hawks in first round of men’s hockey playoffs.

The Lac la Hache Tomahawks were eliminated from Central Interior Hockey League playoff contention by the Williams Lake Stampeders in a 4-2 loss on Feb. 2.

Group folds Youth outdoor club closes its doors after a 13-year run of introducing youth to the great outdoors.

The C-Nile Sharp Shooters, founded in 2000 by 100 Mile House resident Mike Case, was forced to fold when the 71-year-old founder retired.

Week 7 – Feb. 13 Marathon renewed Cariboo Marathon 2013 was a great event in 100 Mile House.

For the first time in recent history, a local woman – Tracy Moore

CHIROPRACTIC ASSOCIATES General and Family Practice

Dr. James Rowse

Dr. Sheila Boehm

Mon, Wed, Sat

Thurs.

#204-475 S. Birch Ave, 100 Mile House, BC

250-395-4833

Toll Free 1-800-771-1688

“Don’t Dither, Call Diether”

395-4042 250-395-4042 Call Rob for

CUSTOM HAULING and DELIVERIES

around 100 Mile House.

Furniture, boxes, anything that will fit in my van!

Our carriers will not deliver to your home if they are at all concerned about your dog or dogs.

THANK YOU!

Lone Butte Fire Department

Please be sure your home is well-lit and keep your walkway or driveway clear of snow and ice.

“PETS FIRST” ALL-CANADIAN PETS FIRST pet food is high quality and all natural. Delivered to your door.

ROB 250-395-4042 ROB 395-4042

Week 9 – Feb. 27 Wrestler golden Dykstra strikes gold at wrestling zones Local grappler Tiana Dykstra won the 43-kg female division at North Central Zone high school championships in Prince George on Feb. 16. Dykstra represents the 100 Mile Wrestling Club.

Week 10 – March 6 Top-notch curling 2013 Ladies Bonspiel attracted crowds and out-of-town curling teams.

Continued on 27

vfdlonebutte@cariboord.bc.ca 250-395-3112

• Weekly Message • Weekly Message • Weekly Message •

Clean your wood burning chimneys often.

Practices every Thursday 7pm ~ New members welcome

Would you support an AQUATIC facility in 100 Mile?

Let us! now k southcaribooaquaticsociety.org John & Sue Code 250-395-1219 or Elaine Saunders 250-395-3542 Adv. Courtesy of 100 Mile House Free Press

We Serve

BAR SERVICE For All Special Occasions

For 100 Mile Call: 250-395-4855 or 250-395-7780

For 108 Mile Call: 250-791-5775 or 250-791-7323

Now Booking Weddings & Anniversary Parties!

OUR FILES ARE FULL OF

FOTOS

If we covered your event, we have an extensive file of fotos and since we can only use a few in our or

Connector The Cariboo

we have many more available for

REPRINTS in a variety of sizes.

Stop by to order at #3 536 Horse Lake Road, in the Pinkney Complex in 100 Mile House

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

www.100milefreepress.net

Team growing with experience

From 23

“I’m always curious to see what product other teams are putting out as far as the quality of the play-by-play and videography and that sort of thing.”

The 100 Mile House crew admit there’s still a ton of room to improve, but things have changed for the better since the start of the season.

Mohorich was actually so nervous about it she almost didn’t take the job when a career councillor at school – knowing she’s a huge hockey fan and thinking about a career in sports journalism – thought of her for the volunteer position. (She has since changed her idea about a career in media. Not because of anything to do with her on-air experience, but since she saw what journalists make for salary.)

Mohorich admits she’s still a bit nervous with the headset on, but she’s getting more talkative all the time and going back and forth with Hall, who, partly because of his role as play-by-play and partly because he’s more used to what broadcasting entails, drops a majority of the verbiage.

“You don’t want to screw up because people are listening to you,” Mohorich says.

“After the first time, I found out I actually liked to do it. Josh said the last game we did was one of the best ones I’ve done. I’m getting more comfortable each time.”

Foote gets a lot of praise from his cohorts.

He must have a knack for videography because it wasn’t even a real hobby or interest of his before this gig came up.

There’s not much to it,

he explains. The camera is good and he tries to tune things around him out during the game and follow the puck.

But people seem to like his zooming in-and-out and panning work.

“I try and make it look like an NHL game.

It’s not as easy at it looks.

That’s mostly what I’ve learned. It’s pretty fun. I enjoy doing it.

“As long as they need me, I’ll be here.”

Career aspirationwise, doing play-by-play is a nice fit with some of Hall’s future plans.

“

I try and make it look like an NHL game. It’s not as easy at it looks."

– Nathan Foote

“Anybody who knows me, knows my longterm goal is to be in sports broadcasting or news. I very much enjoy reporting, but sports are my thing. I would love to cover the Canucks one day in some capacity.”

Doing play-by-play wasn’t something he ever planned on doing, but it’s a good learning experience and a big help with developing new rhetorical skills and style. Being good at

Look for the

CANADIAN TIRE FLYER

it means being fair, but also being honest, Hall adds.

There’s only one broadcast for every game, so in a way he makes sure he’s catering to the other team’s fans, too. They don’t just want to hear a 100 Mile House “homer” all game, so he does bite his tongue sometimes.

But, he also talks about calling it “like it is.” He mentions an especially heated game against Kamloops in November when Wranglers forward Mathieu Longhurst got into it with Ian Chrystal of the Kamloops Storm.

Chrystal got the best of Longhurst with some early punches before the Wrangler could get his gloves off.

“I was like, ‘Those were some cheap shots’,’’ Hall recalls.

“If you don’t think they were cheap, fine.

But, I’m play-by-play.

I’m going to call it like it is. It’s pretty clear that’s how it was.”

When it comes down to it, the broadcast crew can’t help but be fans of the Wranglers. They’re the hometown team, after all.

On top of that, Foote and Mohorich go to school with a number

of the players.

“It’s nice to have something to go and watch and something to do on the weekend,” says Mohorich, a lifelong 100 Mile House resident.

“And they’re good. It’s good hockey.”

Adds Hall: “To have them winning helps, but I would be a fan if they were losing, too.”

“They’re the biggest ticket in town.”

100 Mile & District Figure Skating Club

CanSkate 9-week

LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAM We would like to remind the public that the next learn-to-skate session starts Jan. 7, 2014.

If you would like your child to join, contact the club at 100milefigureskatingclub@gmail.com or call 250-395-1842

WRAP

FRI., JAN. 10

KIMBERLEY DYNAMITERS VS WRANGLERS

FRI., JAN. 17

SICAMOUS EAGLES VS WRANGLERS

SAT., JAN. 18

FERNIE GHOSTRIDERS VS WRANGLERS

DUCT CLEANING IS NOW AVAILABLE

Improve your indoor air quality and the efficiency of your heating system by having your furnace ducts cleaned.

We use a combination of brush and vacuum technology to loosen the debris and clear it out of the ducts.

We also have a camera system for before and after inspections.

–WRANGLERS SCHEDULE –

JOE SHAVER Licensed and Bonded Gasfitter

See before and after video at our website: www.shavercomfortsolutions.com Shaver Comfort Solutions, Ltd.

Ph: 250-395-5344

www.shavercomfortsolutions.com Unser Techniker Spricht Deutsch.

has your bank declined your mortgage application?

mortgage application

in the 100 Mile Free Press Deanna every Wednesday.Deanna Oenema

w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w Here’s what’s happening with w your Wranglers Hockey Team… w w w w w w w w Game Time 7pm • Doors Open 5:30pm w w Autograph session with Kristian Stead w •••••• w w w w w w w Game Time 7pm • Doors Open 5:30pm w w Autograph session with Lane van de Wetering w •••••• w w w w w w w Game Time 7pm • Doors Open 5:30pm w w Autograph session with Braeden St. Louis w •••••• w Adults $10 • Seniors (60+) & Students $8 w Kids 5 and under FREE w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w This Wranglers Wrap Sponsored By: w w 250-395-2414 w HWY 97, w 100 MILE HOUSE w w w w w w w w Cappuccino Bar & Bistro 250-395-4644 • 150 Birch Ave., 100 Mile House w w Williams Lake and District w Credit Union w w 2 95B Cariboo Hwy 97 v Coach House Square v 250-395-4094 w w • All Games at the SC Rec Centre • w COME ON OUT AND BE A PART OF HISTORY! w Watch this weekly ad for more info w or phone 250-395-4344 w

Don’t give up just yet!

All lenders are not created equal...

Let me seek an approval for you.

Oenema

Mortgage Broker Flyer prices are in effect Mortgage Broker from 250.395.1912 1.877.468.4722 Friday to Thursday weekly.

1.877.468.4722 If you did not receive your Canadian deannaoemna@invis.ca deannaoenema@invis.ca Invis - The Oenemen Group 10801 Tire flyer in the Free Press, Invis-The Oenema Group 10801 please call 250-395-2219

E&OE OAC

Jan. 3 Wranglers @ Fernie Jan. 4 Wranglers @ Creston Jan. 5 Wranglers @ Kimberley Jan. 10 Kimberley vs Wranglers Jan. 11 Wranglers @ Chase Jan. 17 Sicamous vs Wranglers Jan. 18 Fernie vs Wranglers

oose

Happy New Year Everyone!

Come Celebrate In the New Year with our NEW MENU All Your Favourites PLUS Some Exciting NEW additions!

OPEN 7 Days A Week • 7am - 10pm • Hwy 97, 100 Mile House

250-395-1200

25 w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w w

26

Designs for Living

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

HOUSE PLAN OF THE WEEK

Ask an Expert:

TWO STOREY TBM1970

Why does my house make loud cracking sounds in winter?

Total Living Area: 1970 sq. ft.

Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 Main Level: Spacious foyer, formal dining, great room, kitchen and breakfast area, laundry and powder room.

Second Level: Spacious hallway, and three bedrooms, two bathrooms, including master suite with roomy walk-in closet and large spa style ensuite.

Garage: 20’3” x 20’ 11” double garage with side window Special Features: Stunning facade with architectural windows and gables, Rooms well-defined off open foyer. Exterior access from laundry and great room.

In extreme cold weather conditions we can learn rudimentary lessons in physics. Materials that make up our buildings change with their environment. In the winter, all exposed materials will slowly shrink as the temperature falls. In addition, fibrous or porous materials, such as wood, give up moisture to the surrounding dry winter air, accentuating their shrinking or contraction. In the spring, as the environment warms and the air gains moisture, wood will gradually swell and expand to its “normal” size and proportions.

The extreme and rapid shift from unseasonably warm temperatures (+/- 0° C) from one day, to deep-freeze temperatures (- 36° C) the next, causes a rapid shrinking in all exposed building materials. In addition, buildings are designed in such a way that many of its parts are exposed to warm environments (on the inside) and at the same time to cold environments (on the outside). Roofs and walls are both good examples of this. Wooden studs that make-up walls have one face close to the outside and one face close to the inside, usually with insulation in between. Roofs have a more complex structure built from rafters or wooden trusses shaped in the form of a triangle.

The top parts are exposed to near-outdoor temperatures (the temperature of the vented attic space) and the bottom part is wrapped in insulation near the ceiling of the warm living space below. Parts of the structure therefore, are shrinking while others are staying essentially the same.

The differential temperatures cause the wall or roof assemblies to distort in shape. In principle, these systems (walls and roofs) are designed and built so they stay in place and are connected to each other in a sturdy and relatively tight manner. While the connectors that provide this structural assembly vary (nails, screws, metal plates, etc.), they are designed to resist excessive movement

while allowing for some expansion and contraction of the component parts. When components of a building shrink quickly, an extreme amount of stress is produced in the connections and joints. Excessive pressure may lead to a slipping of the members within this joint. When stresses are released quickly, a loud popping sound can be heard as one member moves against or away from another (or from the connectors).

Softer creaking or popping sounds may be the components of a window, door, or the siding on a house contracting in the cold and later expanding from the radiant heat gained from the sun’s rays. Plumbing pipes, heating pipes and hot air ducts will also be more “restless” when they expand and contract with extreme shifts due to increased demands of hot water or hot air to heat our living spaces.

Because most of these systems are interconnected with wall, floor and roof systems, which may also be expanding or contracting, a true symphony of creaks, cracks, pops and groans accompany our dreams and our early morning alarm clocks.

Jack & Lisa’s

CARPENTER SHOP Custom Cabinets at affordable prices

~ Kitchen ~ Bathroom ~ ~ Bed ~ Livingroom ~ 250-397-2521

5115 Perkins Rd., Buffalo Creek

U-Build

Construction

All your building and maintenance needs.

Plus Backhoe We DO have

Green Technology

Houseplan provided by...

250-395-3835

250-945-4497

email: u.build@yahoo.com

108 Building Supply

THIS SPACE COULD BE YOURS!

Fencing • Paint • Hardware

Keep Warm with FIr PELLETS $ / TON

275

or $5.95 BAG Phone: 250-791-5244 • Fax: 250-791-7344 E-mail: 108buildingsupply@bcwireless.com s r

Phone Martina, Heather or Chris at 250-395-2219 if you wish to advertise on this page.

250-706-7424

r

• Retail Sales

• Plumbing and Heating Services & Installation • Wood and Pellet Heat Sales & Installation 300 Industrial Road, 100 Mile House Phone: 250-395-4800 www.burgessphe.com

TM

Located behind the 108 Mall

Your Security Is Our Business • Residential & Commercial Alarm Systems • 24 Hour ULC Approved Monitoring • Medical Monitoring • CCTV & Card Access Control Sean Kelly • Fully Licensed & Insured Owner

1-866-792-3737 • 250-392-3737 www.edwardssecurity.ca

BURGESS PLUMBING, HEATING & ELECTRICAL CO. LTD.

DESIGN.INSTALL.REPAIR For All Your Wall And Floor Tile Needs Ask About M Warrantyy !

Melissa Cadsand Your Tile Specialist in 100 Mile House

250.706.2484 MCT_TILE@hotmail.com

‘Quality Installation You Can Count On!’

Log Home & Timber Frame - Renovations - Chinking - Additions - Roofs - Decks - Block Walls Start to finish - Interior & Exterior Call today for your FREE ESTIMATE

Phone: 250-791-5792 Cell: 250-609-0770 www.mrtcontracting.ca

Licensed - Fully Insured - References

• Lumber • Plumbing • Paint • Electrical • Mouldings • Landscaping Blocks • Hardware • Power Tools • Plywood • Doors & Windows • Gyproc • Kitchen Cabinets • Flooring • Engineered Wood • Roofing • Cultured Stone Your National Team of Local Experts

TIMBER MART (Lone Butte Supply Ltd.)

400 Exeter Rd., 100 Mile House • 250-395-3835 (Just 2 blocks up Exeter Rd.)

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

www.100milefreepress.net

2013: Sports in review

From 24

on March 30-31. The Radar Race saw Ian Collinson of 108 Mile Ranch hit a speed of 115 km/h on a straight downhill course.

The 100 Mile Curling Club hosted its 54th Annual Ladies Bonspiel on March 1-3. The rink was packed with curlers and spectators all weekend.

Week 11 – March 13 Silver anniversary Mt. Timothy celebrated 25 years of providing downhill skiing. The area ski hill went retro for its anniversary on March 10.

A total of 218 skiers and boarders took advantage of special lift prices and dressed in 1980s attire to mark the occasion.

Week 12 – March 20 Scout hired Wranglers hire scout, condition consultant for upcoming season.

The 100 Mile House Wranglers Junior B Hockey Club added David Simoes to its staff. Simoes took on the role of Southern United States scout and strength-and-conditioning consultant.

Week 13 – March 27 Motocross underway Motocross series has riders revved up for a new season.

Local riders hit the track in Ashcroft March 16-17 for the first race in the new West Future British Columbia Motocross Championship race series.

Three young riders from the South Cariboo were in the mix – Patrick Griffin, Brad Perron and Brandon Watrich.

File photo

Williams Lake resident David Raincock got some big air at the Mt. Timothy Ski Area on March 10. He and many other skiers and boarders took in the Rad Retro Day 25th anniversary bash at the mountain.

Week 14 – April 3 Competitive bowling Local carpet bowlers advance to provincials.

A team from the 100 Mile House Carpet Bowling Club was ready to roll and represent Zone 2 at the Carpet Bowling Association of BC championships in Prince George on May 7-8. Team members included Al and Linda Bishop and Terry and Sherry Fossum.

Week 15 – April 10 Golden girls Local players contribute to win provincial hockey championship.

Team North took the Female U16 BC Cup hockey championship by going undefeated when the tourney was held in Duncan, April 4-7. 100 Mile House talents Caily Mellott

and Caitlyn Ray were part of the team.

Week 16 – April 17 Top 6 judo Judo club fared well at Edmonton International Competition.

The Kokoro Judo Club saw good results at the Edmonton International Competition with

more than half a dozen members finishing in the top 6 of results. The tournament saw more than 700 competitors.

Dummy Races great Mt. Timothy ends season with sunshine and Dummy Races.

Mt. Timothy Ski Area wrapped up a successful season with a trio of special events

Do you have something you’d like to talk about?

Give us a call at 250-706-9611 or info@caribooradio.com

HEALTH STAR

FOR SALE Set of four 215-75R15 M&S snow tires.

Like new, only 1/2 season on them. $ 425 obo for the set 250-791-6616 evenings

Emergency Broadcast contact info 24-7 250-706-9611 24-7 volcanomittens@hotmail.com

Vic Popiel 70 Mile 250-456-2321

vpopiel70 @hotmail.com

Eve s r a e Y w e N m p 6 g n ti r Sta

‘36 Hours!’

Send requests to info@caribooradio.com Post your requests on the poster on CaribooRadio.Com’s Facebook page

Newspaper Advertising…

It’s all in the public’s eye When you advertise in the 100 Mile Free Press, you get proof of readership, quality and care in production and the most comprehensive coverage of local news, sports and community events.

And by supporting the Free Press, you, in turn, allow us to assist local community organizations with free advertising of their events.

But, most importantly… you get RESULTS for the dollars you spend and your business gains credibility by being seen in a quality product.

Keep good company!

Put your advertising dollars to work for you and advertise where you will get the best results… your competitors do!

Connector Cariboo

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Please contact Chris Nickless: 250-395-2219 CANADA’S CONSERVATION COMPANY

If It’s newsworthy

We’re ‘LIVE’ 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday!

All-Request New Year

Be A

Week 17 – April 24 Spring Camp Wranglers’ coaches get first look at players during Spring Camp.

By all accounts, the Wranglers’ inaugural Spring Tryout Camp was a huge success April 19-21. Coach/ general manager Doug Rogers said the South Cariboo Rec. Centre is a great junior hockey facility and it would help them attract players who want to play in a modern building.

27

Shelly Carrera Forest Grove Area 250-397-2400

shellycarrera@hotmail.com

Contact Your Correspondent These are your neighbours, and they help ensure the Free Press offers regional coverage of the communities in the South Cariboo. Their names and contact numbers are published alongside their columns so call them when you have news, important information about upcoming events or neat stories to share with your community.

Your community, your correspondents…

Diana Forster Deka Lake/Bridge Lake/Interlakes 250-593-2155

Monika Paterson Lac la Hache 250-395-0918

llhnews@gmail.com

Before Dec. 30, 2013

hristmas A Very Merry NCew Year! and A Happy u Special Thank oYroters!

To All Our Supp

Reg Berrington 108 Ranch 250-791-9235

Your Community Newspaper Since 1960!

kemcculloughhotmail.com

berringtonservices@shaw.ca

Sharron Woloshyn Lac des Roches 250-593-0041

sharronw@bcwireless.com

Katie McCullough Clinton 250-459-2172

Gail Potter South Green Lake 250-644-4242

gailpotter0@gmail.com

Karen Schuurman Horse Lk/Lone Butte 250-644-1555

triumph750@bcwireless.com

Peter Hart Canim Lake 250-397-2645

harts@netbistro.com

28 www.100milefreepress.net A28 www.100milefreepress.net

Wednesday, 2014 100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, JanuaryJanuary 1, 2014 1,100 Mile House

Your community. Your classifieds.

250.395.2219 fax 250.395.3939 email classiďƒžeds@100milefreepress.net

Your Community Newspaper Since 1960 ‌Now Online!

Rentals

Rentals

Information

Legal Services

Apt/Condo for Rent

Commercial/ Industrial

Travel

1250 sq. ft. commercial retail space, street level in Rosewood Building in 100 Mile, for rent or lease. (Across from Donex). 250-396-7334 or 604530-4224.

www.100milefreepress.net

Duplex / 4 Plex

We’re on the net at www.bcclassiďŹ ed.com

QUIET updated 1 bdrm $500. also avail 2 bdrm. $550. Laundry included. Gateway area.

250-395-2080.

Misc. Wanted

Misc. Wanted

Timeshare CANCEL YOUR Timeshare.

No risk program. Stop mortgage and maintenance Payments today. 100% money back guarantee. Free consultation. Call us now. We can help! 1-888-356-5248.

Carpentry/ Woodwork CARPENTER for HIRE: Foundations, framing, finishing and home maintenance. Free estimates. Keith 250-945-4497

Drywall LAC LA HACHE

ia

Drywall Services

Box 67, 100 Mile House B.C. V0K 2E0

Prices to suit - top work to boot

INDEX IN BRIEF:

Advertisements should be read on the ďŹ rst publication date. We are not responsible for errors appearing beyond the ďŹ rst insertion.

NO CASH REFUNDS AGREEMENT: It is agreed by any display or classiďŹ ed advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event that errors occur in the publishing of any advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and there will be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement.

DISCRIMINATORY LEGISLATION: Advertisers are reminded that provincial legislation forbids the publication of any advertisement which discriminates against any person because of race, religion, sex, colour, nationality, ancestry, place of origin, or age unless the condition is justiďŹ ed by a bona ďŹ de requirement for the work involved.

COPYRIGHT: Copyright and/ or property rights subsist in all editorial, photographic and advertising content appearing in any edition of the 100 Mile Free Press. Permission to reproduce wholly or in any part and in any form whatsoever, particularly by a photographic or technical process in a publication, must be obtained in writing from the publisher. Any unauthorized reproduction will be subject to recourse in law.

NO ADVERTISING ITEM WILL BE DISCLOSED TO ANYONE PRIOR TO PUBLICATION.

PARKVIEW APTS: 1 BDRM apt for rent renovated, downtown 100 Mile. $550/mo, 2 bdrm $650, bachelor $450. Includes heat. (250)395-3660 or (250)706-9144

Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: ďŹ sh@blackpress.ca

250-395-2219

Family Announcements Community Announcements Employment Service Guide Pets For Sale/Wanted Real Estate Rentals Automotive Legals

CLINTON Bachelor suites for rent $400 per mo. include parking, laundry. Clean, bright, quiet renovated. Avail. Jan. 1st. Security deposit and references required. Email owner wkrueger@shaw.ca 604-8533410.

The most effective way to reach an incredible number of BC Sportsmen & women.

Two year edition- terrific presence for your business.

#3-536 PInkney Complex Horse Lake Road, Box 459 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0

Display Ads: Friday, noon ClassiďŹ ed Display ads: Friday, 4pm ClassiďŹ ed Word Ads: Monday, 2pm

Services

ADVERTISE in the LARGEST OUTDOOR PUBLICATION IN BC The 2014-2016 BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis

WEBSITE: www.100milefreepress.net EMAIL: mail@100milefreepress.net

FAX: 250-395-3939 OfďŹ ce Hours: 8:30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY ADVERTISING DEADLINES

Announcements

CLASSIFIEDS 250-395-2219 Travel

John Paterson 250-396-7615

Maintenance Services SNOW PLOWING. (driveways) 250-791-9265 ask for Vic.

Telephone Services DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect home phone service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call National Teleconnect today! 1866-443-4408. or visit online: www.nationalteleconnect.com

SUBSCRIBE to the Free Press

Merchandise for Sale Firewood/Fuel

CENTURY PLAZA HOTEL Best Rates. 1.800.663.1818

Employment

TED SAWYER: Firewood for sale. 250-395-3951

Business Opportunities

Heavy Duty Machinery

TRAIN TO be an Apartment/Condominium Manager online! Graduates get access to all jobs posted with us. 33 years of success! Government certified. www.RMTI.ca or 1800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.

Dresser TD15C Crawler Tractor (140 HP) for rent. $5,000/month. Coastal Pacific Equipment. 1(250)392-7755

Trades, Technical JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages, relocation allowance, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop.

Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrysler.ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Or send by email to: chrysler@telusplanet.net

Services

Financial Services IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple.

Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

Misc. for Sale STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca TIRES: Set of four 215-75R15 M&S snow tires. Like new, only 1/2 season on them. $425 for the set. 250-791-6616, evenings.

Misc. Wanted WANTED: Winchester Lever Action rifle and carbines. 250945-4321.

Real Estate Lots LAKEVIEW LOT FOR SALE ON BOWRON LAKE, B.C. 2.58 acres, unserviced, small trees on it. 100 ft. from lake. $250,000. Call: 1-250983-2594

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Sitka Log Homes Has immediate full time positions available for:

• Experienced Log Home Builders • Experienced Sawyer • Multiple Trainee Positions (basic construction experience required)

• Hand Peelers

Competitive wages and benefits.

Contact Brad Johnson at 250-791-6683 or brad@sitkaloglomes.com

JOB FINDER For further detail on this week’s job postings get in touch with us. • Stylist (Williams Lake) • Dozer Operator • Fuel Truck Driver • Haul Truck Driver • Plow Truck Drivers (Alaska Highways) • Service Manager/Service Writer (Williams Lake) • Service and Lube Technician • Hand Peelers Experienced Sawyer • Experienced Log Home Builders • Multiple Trainee Positions • Project Coordinator • Prep and or Line Cook

COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 250-395-5121 • 808 ALPINE AVE.

(just down from Sunrise Ford) • Website: www.hortonventures.com

Subscribe to the

and we will deliver right to your door* EVERY WEEK! *Where available.

#2-536 Horse Lake Road (Pinkney Complex) 100 Mile House, BC Phone: 250-395-2219 Fax: 250-395-3939

o

Quad auto, ondiupomy. conulate is a ther) ood.

434

ST E

64

elp.

?

E

?

.

e

100 Mile House Free Press Wednesday, 2014Mile House www.100milefreepress.net Free Press Wednesday, January A29 1, 2014 Free Press Wednesday, JanuaryJanuary 1, 2014 1, 100

Professional Mobile Homes In Memoriam Gifts Services & Pads Announcements

www.100milefreepress.net www.100milefreepress.net A29 29

Professional Professional Mobile Homes In Trucks Memoriam & Vans Gifts Trucks & Vans Services &Services Pads Announcements Transportation

Rentals

Transportation

Rentals

Professional Services

P

DIRECTORY DIRECTORY DIRECTORY DIRECTORY D Homes for Rent Homes for Rent Memorial Donations

Memorial Donations

2 BDRM mobile #8 Park Dr. Estates, $650/mo. Call 250395-3268.

$ ADVERTISE The Canadian HERE CancerFOR ONLY 41.19 PER WEEK (PLUS GST) 12 WEEK CONTRACT 3 BDRM 14’ wide mobile in Society appreciates your 100 Mile House. Wood & gas Call the experts generous support. Please heat. atFS, WD. Fenced yard. $700/mon. 250-397-2083. send the name of the 3 BDRM house w/full basedeceased, name/address ment on lge. lot in Forest of next of kin and name/ Grove. F/S, W/D, DW, pets okay. $775. 250.320.6847 address of donor for tax 6298 MOOSE POINT DRIVE, receipt (VISA/MC accepted) across fromFLEET Watch Lake AcLARGE EQUIPMENT to: Canadian Cancer cess, 2 bdrm house, gas fireto handle most jobs place, electric baseboard heatSociety, ers, w/d, • Landscaping • Landinsulated Clearing hobby #300 - 500 Victoriaand St.Lot Development $795/mth. 250-456-7503.

• Wetland Work • Demolitions •shop.

Gravel Materials & Hauling Prince George, B.C. V2L 2J9 • Premium Mix Topsoil • Driveways • Basements Transportation or Ph: 1-800-811-5666.

2 BDRM mobile #8 Park Dr. Estates, $650/mo. Call 250395-3268.

$ ADVERTISE HERE 41.19 PER HERE WEEKFOR ONLY $41.19 PER WEEK The Canadian CancerFOR ONLYADVERTISE 1995 DODGE 1995 DODGE (PLUS GST) 12 WEEK CONTRACT (PLUS 3 BDRM 14’ wide GST) mobile- 12 in WEEK CONTRACT Society appreciates DAKOTA 4X4your DAKOTA 4X4 100 Mile House. Wood & gas the experts at generous support. Please heat. FS, WD. FencedCallyard.

Small V8 of the Small V8 $700/mon. 250-397-2083. send the name 5 Speed Manual 5 Speed Manual 3 BDRM house w/full basedeceased, Goodname/address on Gas Good on Gas ment on lge. lot in Forest Comes w/Bedliner Comes w/Bedliner of next of kin and name/ Grove. F/S, W/D, DW, pets Matching Canopy Matching Canopy okay. $775. 250.320.6847 address of for donor for tax Wired Trailer Wired for Trailer 6298 MOOSE POINT DRIVE, Set(VISA/MC up for Camper Set up for Camper receipt accepted) across from Watch Lake AcAftermarket AM/FM Radio Aftermarket AM/FM Radio LARGE EQUIPMENT FLEET to: Canadian Cancer cess, 2 bdrm house, gas fireUSB Port USB Port handle ANDERS EDI IXto TD heat- most jobs place, electric baseboard Society, 184,000 kms 184,000 kms ers, w/d, insulatedandhobby • Landscaping Lot Development •No Land Clearing No accidents accidents •Victoria CONCRETE/GRAVEL #300 - 500 St. shop. $795/mth.•250-456-7503.

New Radiator, Tailpipe New Radiator, • Wetland Work • Demolitions • Gravel Materials & Tailpipe Hauling • CONCRETE PUMPING • Prince George, B.C. V2L 2J9 New Muffler Muffler • Premium Mix Topsoil • Driveways •New Basements • SANDING & SNOWPLOWING • Comes w/Blizzak Snow Comes w/Blizzak Snow Transportation or Ph: 1-800-811-5666.

KINGSGATE EXCAVATING

S

S

R

MKINGSGATE

R

EXCAVATING

-M

L .

250-395-3088 Scrap Car Removal Located$3000 off Exeter Rd. Memorial donations to the

250-395-2311

250-395-$3000 2311

Tires w/85% Tread Left

Scrap Car Removal Memorial donations to the 100 Mile House General 982 Alpine, 100 Mile House District Hospital Auxiliary can be sent to: Box 851, * 100 Mile House, B.C. “The Only V0K 2E0.

Ministry of Environment Approved Scrap Car Memorial donations to Recycler.” the Canadian Diabetes General Contractor Association can be sent 100 Mile to: 5363 DawsonInterior Rd. 100 Renovations New & Used Mile House, B.C. V0KHomes 2E1.

Custom • Remodeling Auto Parts Ltd.

Tires w/85% Tread Left

PastMile Tim-Br MartGeneral on McDermid Rd. 100 House 250-395-6179 982 Alpine, 100 Mile House 100250-395-6179 Mile House, BC District Hospital Auxiliary 2007 Canyon SLE851, Quad 2007 GMC Canyon SLE Quad canGMC be sent to: Box * Cab, 4x4, 3.5L engine, auto, Cab, 4x4, 3.5L engine, auto, 100 Mile House, B.C. 167,500 kms. Excellent condi167,500 kms. Excellent condi“The Only tion. Only selling as I have uption. Only selling as I have upV0K 2E0. graded. Great fuel economy. graded. Great fuel economy.

Ministry of Environment Studded snow tires in VG conStudded snow tires in VG conPremCar Approved Scrap iu m Memorial to dition.

Interiordonations is immaculate dition. Interior is immaculate ste or tears. This is a Bottled arips “TCanadian withthe no with no rips or tears. This is a Recycler.”

Diabetes e W full loadthtruck (except leather) full load truck (except leather) a ter ” e General Contractor c can be sent andAssociation works good. and everything works good. feren on Tap! 100 Mile Difeverything Asking $12,250.

250-706-7434 Asking $12,250. 250-706-7434 to: 5363 Dawson Rd. 100 Interior Renovations New & Used YOUTH AGAINST Mile House, AGAINST B.C. V0K 2E1.

CustomLtd. Homes •YOUTH Remodeling Auto Parts VIOLENCE LINE VIOLENCE LINE

FREE SCRAP CAR PICK UP

FREE SCRAP CAR PICK UP

anted Most WContracting Ltd.

anted Most WContracting Ltd.

Now Featuring Watkins Products 250-395-1141 • Ralf Baechmann •

250-395-1141

• Ralf Baechmann Toll Free: • 1-877-395-1133 Memorial donations to the 100mileautoparts@telus.net 100 Mile District Hospice *Certain restrictions apply. Call for details Ph: 250-706-4706 Palliative Care Society www.most-wanted.ca can be sent to: Office/Retail Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0

Memorial donations to the 1-800-680-4264

Toll Free: 1-877-395-1133

100mileautoparts@telus.net also offer Vacuum Sales, Parts and Repairs!

100We Mile District Stand up. Be heard.Hospice Get help. *Certain restrictions apply. Call for details Ph:Birch 250-706-4706 Palliative Care Society 486-A Ave. S. cance/Retail be sent to: 100www.most-wanted.ca Mile House, BC Offi Offi ce/Retail Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0

250-395-6110

1-800-680-4264 Stand up. Be heard. Get help.

Office/Retail

Moving Or Starting A New Business?

Moving Or Starting A New Business?

Big Country Big Country ADVERTISE HERE and get results!Storage Terminal Ltd. Storage Terminal Ltd.

Memorial donations to the Memorial donations to the COMMERCIAL, RETAIL & OFFICE COMMERCIAL, RETAIL & OFFICE 100 Mile House SPCA can 100 Mile House SPCA can 19 SPACE FOR beLEASE SPACE LEASE be sent to: Box 1948, 100 sent to: Box 1948, 100 50) 395-22 (2FOR Phone: Read weekly by over S Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0. 65 Non-heated 500-10,000 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0.

ES 44 Heated Units Units 44 Heated Units 65 Non-heated PR 0 sq. ft. Units sq. ft. 0 MILE FREE 500-10,000 , BC X0X 0X

Freight Agents for: VanKam FreightwaysClient:

10

12,000 of your

L250395221

XXXX

Freight Agents for: VanKam Freightways

• Quality Buildings • Good Locations • Quality FaBuildings • Good Locations x: Memorial donations to Memorial donations to N 19 Clark Reefer Clark Reefer dress: 5-22 AdZoning 39 ) : 50 By (2 potential customers. ed est Multiple • Lots of Parking Multiple Zoning • Lots of Parking e: qu Shriners Hospital for Shriners Hospital for Re Phon 9 52 76 39 5- 39 Ad # 39 ND ) 50 LA Crippled Children can be Crippled Children can be (2 A NN DO us a call at Fax: Justatsent give Call Maureen Call Maureen at .net sent to: to: 0milefreepress Sales Rep.: classifieds@10 Across from Across from 1 3550 Waybourne Way, 3550 Waybourne Way, erts: Nb. of Ins Ogden Sr. Sec. School Ogden Sr. Sec. School ucks & Vans Tr 10 20 1/ /2 1 04 Burnaby, B.C. V5G 3K9.

Burnaby, B.C. V5G 3K9.

85 te: Da d Class.: Fax: 250-395-3939 En Box Chris L& A 2E0 Development Corp.

L115, &Nickless A100 Development Box 115, 100 Mile House, BC V0K Mile House, BCCorp.

V0K 2E0 04/21/2010 rt Date: Sta Memorial donations Memorial donations PO #: to Heart and Stroke to Heart and Stroke $0.00 100 Mile Balance: Foundation of BC & Foundation of BC & Publications: Page 1 of 1 $0.00 $0.00 can be sent to: Yukon can be sent to: Yukon Taxes: Paid Amount: (1997) LTD.of where you can recycle certain items. .00 Here’s a list of where you can#203 recycle items.

Here’s a list #203 - 635 Victoria Street, - 635certain Victoria$0 Street, Total Price: Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2B3.

Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2B3.

Serving the Cariboo for over years Used beverage containers Used beverage containers Sell40your vehicle in •the5th Free Press and •Travel Trailers • 5th Wheels •Travel Trailers Wheels Refund at the store where they were purchased, or Refund at the store where Connector they were•purchased, or • ToyCariboo Haulers • Truck Campers • Toy Haulers Truck Campers Cariboo classifieds The South The South Cariboo Snow Removal • Road Gold Trail Recycling at 720 Sollows Cres., 100 Mile House GoldConstruction Trail Recycling at 720 Sollows Cres., 100 Mile House • Tent Trailers • Cargo Trailers • Tent Trailers • Cargo Trailers Health Foundation Health Foundation • Culvert & Gravel Those containers can also be donated to charitable organizations.

Those Sales containers can also be donated to charitable organizations. welcomes memorial welcomes memorial gifts • Utility & gifts Equipment Trailers • Utility & Equipment Trailers • Site Preparation • Topsoil Sales Paint and empty paint cans Paint and empty paint cans in support of our local in support of our local • Rental Equipment •Acute Sales •and Service & Repairs • Parts & Accessories • Secure atStorage • Sales Service &atRepairs • PartsCres., & Accessories • Secure Storage Gold Trail Recycling 720 Sollows Cres., 100 Mileand House Gold Trail•Recycling 720 Sollows 100 Mile House Residential Acute Residential • Large Fleet of Equipment Health Care facilities, as Open Used motor oil, filters and containers Health Care facilities, as 5430 INDUSTRIAL FLATS RD. 5430 INDUSTRIAL RD.andOpen Used motor oil,FLATS filters containers advertise ita Road, 100 Mile House days MILE HOUSEHealth 6 days a Petro-Canada Bulk Sales at 380 Exeter Road, 100 MILE HOUSE well as,100 Community well as, Plus GSt 100Community Mile House Health Petro-Canada Bulk Sales at 380 6Exeter week! week!

Hwyactivities.

97 & 24) Mail (At HwySuper 97 &Service 24)forononly Prepayment Required projects(Atand and activities. Mail Lac la Hache Super Service on Highwayprojects 97 Lac la Hache Highway 97 donations to: S.C. Health donations to: S.C. Health Lead-acid vehicle batteries Lead-acid vehicle batteries Just bring in your picture Foundation, Bag 399, Foundation, Bag 399, Gold Trail Recycling at 720 Sollows Cres., 100 Mile House Gold Trail Recycling at 720 Sollows Cres., 100 Mile House LF TON 100 Mile House, B.C. 100 Mile House, B.C. Private Party ads only (non-commercial) under 1999 GMC HAEED e Cariboo Supply & Marine at 880 Alpine.

Cariboo at 880 Alpine.

4X4 5 SP p ln, & Marine V0K 2E0 or drop them off V0K 2E0 or drop them off mSupply Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Vans, ATVs, Snowmobiles, etc. a ellent conditio ts, Exc S sea Tires Tires low kms, leather at the hospital. at the hospital. s, CD player, One (1) item per advertisement please. power windowt, no rust!

Big O Tires, 699 Alder, 100 Mile House Bignew O pain Tires, 699 Alder, 100 Mile House All advertisements must be prepaid. o ob .00 00 $12,0 Ford Sales 872 Alpine Rd., 100 Mile House Sunrise Ford Sales 872 Alpine Rd., 100 Mile House can be made to Sunrise Donations can be made to Donations # Private party only. No refunds. oneHighway phon Kal Tire on Highway 97, 100 Mile House Kal Tire 97, 100 Mile House the Gideons by phoning the Gideons by phoning Our Team Delivers!

Our Team Delivers!

1-888-482-4253, using your 1-888-482-4253, using yourMini Storage, (Formerly Resort Lakes at HWY. 97 & 24) medications Outdated or unused medications Outdated or unused Donex Pharmacy, 145 South Birch, 100 Mile House Donex Pharmacy, 145 South Birch, 100 Mile House credit card. The Gideons credit card.&The Gideons STORAGE Charge by • SAFE SECURE • MONITORED Pharmasave in the Cariboo Mall, 100 Milewill House Pharmasave in the Cariboo Mall, 100 Mile House will send a card to the send a card to the phone • READY-MIX • PUMP TRUCKS • House Square, •inREADY-MIX CONCRETE • PUMP TRUCKS • FULLY ALARMED • U-HAUL DEALER Save-On-Foods in the Coach 100•Mile House Save-On-Foods the Coach House Square, 100 Mile House 250-395-2219 bereaved, so have their CONCRETE bereaved, so have their • FORM RENTALS • CONCRETE BLOCKS • • FORM RENTALS • CONCRETE BLOCKS • address handy. address•handy.

7-DAY KEY PADCell ACCESS classifieds@100milefreepress.net Cell phones and rechargeable batteries phones and rechargeable batteries • CRUSHED PRODUCTS • • CRUSHED AGGREGATE PRODUCTS • For funeral display or other AGGREGATE For funeral display or other Pharmasave in the Cariboo Mall, 100 Mile House in the Cariboo Mall, 100 Mile House PH: 250-395-2512 ORPharmasave 250-395-3090 TATTON STATION TATTON STATION ROAD, 100 MILE HOUSE information, contact ROAD, 100 MILE HOUSE information, contact Electronics, computers, monitors Electronics, computers, monitors Pete Penner at 791-6302 Pete Penner at 791-6302

250-395-2447

250-395-2219 250-395-0462

250-395-2447

250-395-0462

K

The Deal Just Got ATCHMAR Where is your trash going?

Where is your trash going?

Construction SWEETER!

2 times a week for 4 weeks

250-395-3090

1 col x 2” Display Classified Ad with Photo

250-395-2385

Meridian Self Storage

250-791-5295

VOLUNTEER! Phone: 250-395-2219

CANADA’S CONSERVATION COMPANY

Hodgson Freightways, 99 MacKenzie Ave. North, Williams Lake

flammable Call me liquids, for gasoline and pesticides Call me for all Solvents, Central Cariboo Disposal Services, 100-5101 Frizzi Rd., Williams Lake print, online Clot-busting drugs your 6221 advertising Society, Aalton and fl yer Road, 100 Mile House B.C. The First needs. that can reverse V0K 2E3 advertising!

Step Toward Phone: 250-395-2219the effects of a stroke.

VOLUNTEER! Phone: 250-395-2219 A More Healthy Fax: 250-395-3939 Please contact Fax: 250-395-3939 Martina Dopf heather@100milefreepress.net Heather Nelson Dan Rimell: Environment martina@100milefreepress.net

Donations may be sent to Solvents, flammable liquids, gasoline and pesticides Central Cariboo Disposal Services, 100-5101 Williams Lake 100Frizzi MileRd.,House Mural

contact Fax:Please 250-395-3939 Dan Rimell: martina@100milefreepress.net 250-395-2900

250-791-5295

Hodgson Freightways, 99 MacKenzie Ave. North, Williams Lake

Donations may be sent to Call me for 100 Mile House Mural print, online Society, 6221 Aalton flyer Road, 100 and Mile House B.C. V0K 2E3 advertising!

45.00 250-395-3090

$

The First Step Toward A More Healthy Martina Dopf Environment Consultation in

Recycling English/German

#2 - 536 Horse Lake Rd. Pinkney Complex, 100 Mile House

IT’S UP TO YOU!

250-395-2900

CANADA’S CONSERVATION COMPANY

Advertising Consultant

Recycling

Consultation in English/German

#2 - 536 Horse Lake Rd.

THISPinkney IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN #2 - 536 Horse Lake Rd. Complex, Pinkney Complex, YOU PUT YOUR HEART INTO IT.™ 100 Mile House

100 Mile House IT’S UP www.heartandstroke.ca TO YOU!

ADVERTISE HERE FOR ONLY $41.19 PER WEEK (PLUS GST) - 12 WEEK CONTRACT Call the experts at

S M KINGSGATE EXCAVATING R

LARGE EQUIPMENT FLEET to handleEDI most jobs ANDERS IX TD

S• Landscaping and LotRDevelopment -M• Land Clearing L .

• CONCRETE/GRAVEL •

• Wetland•Work • Demolitions •PUMPING Gravel Materials•& Hauling CONCRETE Mix Topsoil • Driveways • Basements• •• Premium SANDING & SNOWPLOWING

250-395-3088

250-395-2311

Located off Exeter Rd. Past Tim-Br Mart on McDermid Rd. 982 Alpine, 100 Mile House 100 Mile House, BC

L P 1

anted Most WContracting Ltd.

“Taste the ” ceGeneral Differen

Premiu m Bottled Water Contractoron Ta p!

Interior Renovations Custom Homes • Remodeling

D

Now Featuring Watkins Products • Ralf Baechmann •

We also offer Vacuum Sales, Parts and Repairs!

Ph: 250-706-4706

www.most-wanted.ca 250-395-6110 Big Country ADVERTISE HERE and get results!

Storage Terminal Ltd. 486-A Birch Ave. S. 100 Mile House, BC

Read weekly 44 Heated Unitsby over 65 Non-heated Units 12,000 of your Freight Agents for: VanKam Freightways Clark Reefer potential customers.

Just give us a call250-395-2447 at

250-395-2219

Across from Ogden Sr. Sec. School

Fax: ChrisV0K Nickless Box 250-395-3939 115, 100 Mile House, BC 2E0

K

ATCHMAR

Construction (1997) LTD.

Serving the Cariboo for over 40 years

•Travel Trailers • 5th Wheels • Toy Haulers • Road • Truck Campers Snow Removal Construction • Tent Trailers • Cargo Trailers • Culvert & Gravel Sales • Utility & Equipment Trailers Sales • Site Preparation • Topsoil

Equipment • Sales • Service•& Rental Repairs • Parts & Accessories • Secure Storage

250-395-3090

• Large of Equipment 5430 INDUSTRIAL FLATSFleet RD. Open 6 days a 100 MILE HOUSE week!

(At Hwy 97 & 24)

250-395-2385

Meridian Self Storage

(FormerlyOur Resort Team Lakes Mini Delivers!

Storage, at HWY. 97 & 24)

• SAFE250-791-5295 & SECURE STORAGE • MONITORED • READY-MIX CONCRETE • PUMP TRUCKS • • FULLY ALARMED • U-HAUL DEALER • FORM RENTALS • CONCRETE BLOCKS • • 7-DAY KEY PAD ACCESS • CRUSHED AGGREGATE PRODUCTS •

PH: 250-395-2512 OR 100 250-395-3090 TATTON STATION ROAD, MILE HOUSE

Callme mefor forall Call print, online your advertising and fl yer needs. advertising!

Phone: 250-395-2219 Phone: 250-395-2219 Fax: 250-395-3939

Fax: 250-395-3939 heather@100milefreepress.net martina@100milefreepress.net

MartinaNelson Dopf Heather Consultation in Advertising Consultant English/German

#2 -- 536 536 Horse Horse Lake Lake Rd. Rd. #2 Pinkney Complex, Complex, Pinkney 100 Mile Mile House House 100

2

30

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

2013: Community in review

Week 1 – Jan. 2 Bird count Christmas Bird Count was underway in the South Cariboo.

South Cariboo residents participated in the world’s largest annual wildlife census on Jan 5.

Workshops at The Hills Health Ranch.

The event is known to attract between 40 and 90 music students.

Week 12 – March 20 Photo exhibition Photographers focus in on Bridge Lake show.

The Bridge Lake Photo Group prepared to host its Fifth Annual Photo Exhibition on April 7.

The show featured 18 talented club members who reside in the South Cariboo.

School play You Can’t Take it With You was presented

by Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School.

The school’s theatre class resurrected an old comedic play, directed by teacher Lisa Dugaro.

The production opened Jan. 9 and closed Jan. 19.

Week 2 – Jan. 9 Kruse showcased Showcase Gallery at the South Cariboo Business Centre featured new artist Susan Kruse.

A move to the South Cariboo was inspirational for Susan Kruse, a 108 Mile Ranch resident, who was the Showcase Gallery’s featured artist in January.

Shawna Norton, left, and Julie Beyer were a hit last year when they performed at the Bankers Variety Show as the band Guns ‘N’ Roses.

Week 3 – Jan. 16 Donck Dichotomy Former 100 Mile House resident Teresa Donck brought home her art show divided with ‘Dichotomy.’

The work of 20-year-old emerging photographer, Teresa Donck, was the main feature at the Parkside Art Gallery.

Week 10 – March 6 Larsons’ story Early ranchers built a legacy for all South Cariboo residents.

With newly designated British Columbia Cowboy Heritage Week (March 3-10) in mind, the story of Bridge Lake pioneers Ole and Hilda “Granny” Larson was shared with readers.

Week 4 – Jan. 23 Cowboy music Cowboy Concert rode back into town to entertain avid fans.

The 13th Annual 100 Mile House Cowboy Concert organizers looked forward to an amazing lineup of entertainers at its show at Martin Exeter Hall on Feb. 9.

Week 5 – Jan. 30 Twirlers shut down Square dancers anticipate the end of an era.

The 100 Mile Twirlers planned on spinning their partners for the last time in 2013.

The group celebrated its 57th anniversary this year, but dwindling interest in square danc-

File photo

ing was forcing the Twirlers to fold at the end of the season.

Yellow brick road Actors were busy preparing for The Wizard of Oz. 100 Mile House residents were invited to “follow the yellow brick road” to Martin Exeter Hall for the Feb. 28 opening of the 100 Mile Performing Arts Society’s production of The Wizard of Oz. Week 6 – Feb. 6 Munro showcased Animals make artist’s world go round.

Reta Munro was the featured artist at the Showcase Gallery in February.

Munro began as a landscape artist and discovered her ability to paint animals by accident, when her daughter asked her to paint an elephant as a piece for a missionary auction.

Week 7 – Feb. 13 Willsey featured 100 Mile House scholar advances genetic research.

Jeremy Willsey talked about studying for his PhD in genetics at Yale University and his ongoing role in ground-

breaking research into autism.

Amazing audition The Amazing Race Canada would be an amazing experience for a local man.

100 Mile House resident Mike Cole and lifelong friend Jeff Little sent an audition tape to The Amazing Race Canada, a popular television program that sees teams of two race between different locations around the country and complete a variety of challenges.

8. The 17-piece adult band raised money for a new Christ the King Lutheran Church in 100 Mile House.

Week 8 – Feb. 20 Intarsia challenging Woodworker turns to intarsia for challenging hobby.

Keith Chapman of Canim Lake keeps busy with intarsia, a woodworking art that uses multiple colours and materials.

The 74-year-old figures he’s made at least 200 intarsia pieces.

Talented bankers Bankers Variety Show promises to be a lot of fun.

Acts were busy preparing for the 10th Annual Bankers’ Variety Show in 100 Mile House. The event promised to be bigger and better than past years. The entertainment was provided by staff from local financial institutions.

Week 9 – Feb. 27 Benefit concert Band music fundraiser promises to be divine.

The 100 Mile House Community Band geared up for an evening of music at its benefit concert on March.

Week 11 – March 13 Cabin Fever Bluegrass workshops were planned for a return to The Hills Health Ranch.

Organizers were looking forward to the 10th Annual 108 Cabin Fever Bluegrass

Week 13 – March 27 Inspiring story Ellen DeGeneres inspires local cancer patient.

Shannon Pennicott talked about her dream of seeing The Ellen DeGeneres Show live.

Pennicott was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2011 and has turned to the popular talk show host, in a virtual sense, for inspiration.

Gospel concert Tribute artist Steve Elliott to perform Elvis gospel show The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll was set to perform in 100 Mile House, in a sense.

Elvis tribute artist Steve Elliott was slated to play a gospel concert at Martin Exeter Hall on April 13.

Week 14 – April 3 Amy featured Parkside ropes in Genevieve Amy and A New Rodeo.

The work of Genevieve Amy, called A New Rodeo, was the

feature show at Parkside Art Gallery in early April. Since 2009, Amy has been a resident of Deka Lake, where she draws most of her inspiration.

Week 15 – April 10 Awesome photography Wildlife photographer takes her show to Parkside Gallery.

Melonie Eva shared a glimpse of Africa during a show at Parkside Art Gallery. The noted wildlife photographer is a recent resident of 108 Mile Ranch.

Herperger showcased Corners of the Cariboo were the focus of new art show.

Carolyne Herperger, a Horse Lake resident, had her work featured at Showcase Gallery.

The paintings captured the character and charm of the South Cariboo.

Week 16 – April 17 Talented community Festival of the Arts spotlights local performers.

100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd.

Continued on 31

SERVING THE CARIBOO SINCE 1978.

• Traditional Funeral and Cremation Services • Bronze and Granite Memorials Shane Ian Gunn

Licensed Funeral Director - Owner

Ph: 250-395-3243

Locally Owned & Operated Since 1978

225 Cedar Ave., 100 Mile House, BC

www.100milefuneralservice.com Family owned and operated.

LOOK

for this local flyer in this week’s

• Pharmasave

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

MONDAY

100 MILE COMMUNITY CLUB BINGO Every Monday night in the 100 Mile Community Hall.

Doors open at 6:00pm - Bingo Starts at 7:00pm LOONIE BALL & PROGRESSIVE List your BINGO here every week and let the players in your area know about you.

Only $11.14 per week. Call 250-395-2219

MUST BE 19 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER TO PLAY.

B I N G O

Here are the answers to the December 27 Cariboo Connector ‘Challenge Yourself’ Page.

CROSSWORD

SUDOKU

See this weekend’s Cariboo Connector for more!

100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, January 1, 2014

By Gail Potter This letter below was written years ago by my mother who lived in White Rock.

She was so amazed what two dogs could accomplish, travelling through the Burnaby, New Westminster and Surrey, over bridges and through traffic lights on New Year’s Eve, she wrote and mailed their adventure in to the White Rock Sun Newspaper the day after the event, not knowing it would publish it the following week on Jan. 19, 1982.

Living in Burnaby at that time, I had decided to have a New Year’s Eve party that night, inviting friends and neighbours.

The dogs were always happy on previous occasions in our fenced backyard, but we still checked on them periodically throughout the evening.

Just after midnight, I checked once again but there were no dogs in

On the run: a tale of two dogs

sight. I could hear noises all over the neighbourhood and thought that fireworks and noisemakers must have scared them.

We called all the radio stations and they eagerly announced the disappearance on a regular basis for us. I stayed at home by the phone, sick with worry, while my friends Roger Pynn and Ernie McKinnon went out looking for them and checking in every hour. My mother and father started from the White Rock end of town.

Calls were coming in all night long and through the next day from people stopping in their cars. The dogs were heading towards Surrey (where I used to live two years earlier).

Was the sheepdog trying to find its way back home?

One cannot imagine the thoughts of desperation going through my mind hearing the

unspeakable dangers they were going through.

The last call I received was from someone in Surrey on 102nd Avenue, and after hearing my distress call and seeing the dogs on their street, they coaxed them into their fenced yard and notified us right away. There were no words that could express the feelings exchanged when I held them once again.

The letter Piddles journey miracle Sir: It all happened New Year’s Eve at midnight. There was a lot of loud noise and clattering, and two lovable dogs, one a shaggy Old English sheepdog named Piddles (nickname) and one a beautiful golden Labrador named Rex. Through fright, they bounded over the fence (something they never did before). They ran and ran – goodness knows

how much before they were reported on Pattullo Bridge at on New Year’s Day. The radio stations were asked to report the missing dogs, and they did.

People responded.

People who stopped received a bark from Piddles and Rex was just leaping around like a scared jackrabbit, too scared to be caught.

These two canines live in South Burnaby. They had crossed the Pattullo Bridge down the entire centreline and were reported to the owners, who went out hoping to catch up with them.

However, by the time they got there, the dogs were nowhere in sight.

Disappointed, the owners went back home.

Again they were sighted by a woman two miles up the road south of the bridge. Again, we dashed out, looking and looking.

The family was feeling pretty bad by now.

We prayed they would be

found and people would keep helping. Our pleas went out over the radio.

The dogs travelled all Saturday through the snow and cold from South Burnaby through the heavy traffic in Whalley and were sighted near the Surrey Inn and 96th Avenue.

We thought for sure we would catch up to them, but not again.

Our hearts were heavy for their concern and safety. We walked up and down King George

Highway, calling until we couldn’t call any more.

Night was coming on again and it was colder and we prayed hard.

Then a call came in.

Mr. and Mrs. Gerring on 102 Avenue in Surrey phoned the dogs’ owners, Gail Bishop and Roger Pynn in Burnaby, that their dogs were in their front yard and they would keep them there until they got there.

You never saw such commotion when they went to get their pets.

100 Mile Festival of the Arts celebrated its 37th anniversary in the community with a variety of performances at Martin Exeter Hall April 15-26.

There were more than 300 performances during the two-week event.

Week 17 – April 24 Young scientists South Cariboo students take science fair projects to regionals.

Conner Giroux and Lucas Barton from 100 Mile House Elementary School won a bronze medal for their project

Doris Bishop White Rock

AND

SAVE NOW!

that determined where the largest accumulations of bacteria could be found in their school.

Mega Show Organizers hoping area residents will get inspired at annual Mega Show.

The Sixth Annual South Cariboo Mega Show promised a mega-fun and informative event at a mini price.

It took place from May 3 to 5 at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre and featured home improvement ideas, RV and outdoor living options and home-based businesses.

Their faces beamed like Christmas trees and their prayers were answered.

All were united before nightfall.

We never gave up hope, but realize now that it was up to the people to help us. We could never have found them by just hunting on foot and by car.

Someone upstairs was looking over them. It had to be a miracle.

GET FIT

2013: Community in review From 30

31

www.100milefreepress.net

Meet Your Goals With Our

3-MONTH FITNESS SPECIAL

25%

off

Now Only

19900

$

and 3-month Fitness/Pool Membership!

plus FREE

Flyers, coupons deals and money saving tips all in one place!

3-month Aerobic Passes

plus FREE

Find, browse, share and favourite WKH EHVW Á\HUV ZLWK RXU QHZ Á\HU YLHZLQJ H[SHULHQFH

3-month Aquafit Passes!

Offer Expires January 31, 2014 View your favourite flyer items in detail, then add them to our new VKRSSLQJ OLVW IHDWXUH and print!

New contests, money savings tips, top grocery deals and more in our QHZ VDYLQJV FRPPXQLW\

SAVE SAVE SAVE SAVE SAVE SAVE PLEASE CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION

(250) 791-5225 facebook.com/savedotca

@saveca

The Hills Health and Guest Ranch C26, 108 Mile Ranch, B.C. V0K 2Z0 email: thehills@bcinternet.net http://www.spabc.com

Recruiting SUPERSTARS

Starts Here.

Call 1-855-678-7833 today for more details.

s r

r

TM

Wednesday, January 1, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

www.100milefreepress.net

Be A

HEALTH STAR

THANK YOU SOUTH CARIBOO

for your donations totalling $42,000 so far for our South Cariboo Health Foundation

Starry Nights

Here Is An Example Of How Your Donations Are Spent At The 100 Mile District Hospital Complex • Doppler II With Display And Probe - $1,662.00 • 3-Stevens Invacare Cushion Wheelchairs - $1,192.08 • INV1-90000Sl Wheelchair, 9000Si 20X18 - $844.00 • Hospice Items - $2,135.00 • Hospice Items - $1,500.00 • System Safe-Floor Bed Alarm, Sensor & Cable For Safe Floor Alarm (Partial 1 Of 2) - $328.00 • System Safe-Floor Bed Alarm, Sensor & Cable For Safe Floor Alarm (Partial 2 Of 2) - $713.15 •Two Microwaves For Staff Use From 50/50 Fund (Cafeteria/Side Break Room) - $223.98 • Heritage Furniture For The Lobby - $6125.00 • Chemo Room Renovations – $15,473.24 • Act Diff2 Hematology Analyser - $20,160.00 • Hematology Analyzer - $20,160.00 • Edge High-Resolution Digital Ultrasound System And Accessories - $62,160.00 • V60bipap Ventilator - $24,063.00 • 10 Patient Beds For Gen Med - $69,690.00 • Bariatric Bed For Gen Med, Room 3 - $26,425.00 • Bariatric Ceiling Lift - $15,993.00 • Bridge Lake ‘Meals On Wheels’ - $5,000.00 • ‘Soupe De Tour’ CMHA Program $12,000

Fundraiser

Thanks to our Founding Sponsors • Ainsworth • Save-On-Foods • 100 Mile Rotary Club • Mac’s II Agencies Ltd. • BL Innovative Lighting • 100 Mile Free Press • CIBC • District of 100 Mile House & CRD (Joint Committee) Thanks to our Health Stars including: • Ralph Fossum • Konrad Schmid-Meil • Nancy Baker • William Hawes • Roger & Barbara Lincez • Lynda & Jack Lewis • Marie Monette • Karin & Bill Graham • Pia McNabb • Genevieve & Harold Jensen • Darrell Warman • Deka Lake Ratepayers • Chris & Val Nickless • Joyce Rowe • Edith Strache • JD’s Styling Salon • Bill & Pat Kent • Deborah L. Smith • Paul Street • Jack Rausch • Emily Dillabough • Sheila Nelson • 100 Mile House Lions • Deka Lake VFDLA • Sherry Stewart • Henry Venema • Deka Lakes Ratepayers Assoc. • Don Campbell • Gemini Services • Omer Lapointe • Lynda Lewis • Carol Hawes • Nancy Mah • Donna Barnett • Sandy & Wendy Foster • Mike & Elise Thomas • Joe Komori • SC Agri-culture Enterprise Assoc. • William Marshall • Paige Hastings & Ian Henderson • Sunrise Ford • CARSTAR Collision Service • Shirley Boyson • Fischer Place Staff • Alan & Janet Boyd • Eric & Ronnie Cleveland • Hospice Volunteers Society • Carol Lidstone • Kevin & Ingrid Mapson • Georgina Slate • Lynne Petrie • Bill & Marjorie Lukoni • Fung Loy Kok (Taoist Tai Chi) • Moira & Lawrence Davies • Diana & Montana Forster • Darrell & Claudette Scriver • Patricia & George Kingshott • Investment Planning Counsel - Vern Peever • Marilyn Buyar & Larry Pawloski • Sian & Barrie Sime • Adrian & Barbara Fyten • Harold Edwards • Kenneth Moore • Cedar Crest Society Careers Staff • Rodger & Ivy Henderson • Les & Nellie Cookman • Health Sciences Association • 100 Mile Wood Products • Thomas & Bev Lund • Audrey & Ron Law • South Cariboo Truckers Community Fund • MJ Cousins • Dr. R.G.Dickey Medical Services • Century Hardware Ltd • Leena & Laurie Lautrup • Weston Water Wells • Jessie & Dale Palasty • Mary Shennum • Katherine Buyer • James & Jeannette Gellein • Brian & Agnes Werth • Martin & Marg Sarich • Marilyn Buyer • Joseph & Deborah Lidster • Linda & Ted Peterson • PMT Chartered Accountants • Gisela & John Janzen • Wendy & David Hamblin • Ellen Bayer • Kathleen & Richard Hinkes • Jon & Judith McCormick • Harold & Margaret Mobbs • William & Arlene Black • Nicolwood Medical Services (Dr. Bruce Nicolson & Lauren Bock) • Higher Ground Ventures Ltd.

Although our Starry Nights campaign will end January 10th, 2014 donations are always welcomed.

Be A

South Cariboo Health Foundation

Bag 399, 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 or drop off at the South Cariboo Health Desk (use rear entry) or call MJ at 250-706-2101

HEALTH STAR

©100 Mile Free Press

32