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Crown prosecutors have decided not to lay charges against Babine Forest Products or its employees in relation to the explosion and fire that destroyed the company’s Burns Lake sawmill and killed two workers. On Jan. 10, the B.C. Liberal government’s criminal justice branch

announced lawyers concluded there is “no substantial likelihood of a conviction for any of the regulatory offences recommended by WorkSafeBC.” A province-wide program of sawmill dust inspections has been in place since the Babine mill explosion in January 2012 and a similar blast at Lakeland Mills in Prince George three months later. The case was referred to pros-

ecutors for charge assessment after a WorkSafeBC investigation found the most likely fuel source for the two explosions was fine, dry dust, which increases when mills cut dry trees killed by beetles. The likely ignition source in both cases was motor and gear assemblies running waste conveyors in low, confined areas of the mills subject to heavy dust accumulation.

Prosecutors found that there was evidence to support charges, but the mill owners have a defence of “due diligence” available to them that would likely prevent a conviction in court. Criminal justice branch officials began meetings on Jan. 10 in Burns Lake with the injured workers and the families of the two men who died, to explain the decision.

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At Family Fest, the theme is “Be culture smart.” The Feb. 2 event at the 100 Mile House Junior Secondary gym features a free family concert by Juno award-winning musician Norman Foote, a healthy lunch provided by the Hun City Hunnies, children’s activities, a collaborative art project and a book walk. “It’s about teaching kids to be sensitive to different cultures and learning about their own,” says organizer Kimberly Va n c e - L u n d s b y e , Cariboo-Chilcotin Partners for Literacy welcoming communities co-ordinator for 100 Mile House and the

South Cariboo. “Norman’s music really speaks a lot to that – about kindness and how you treat other people, and also about how you treat yourself. I’ve talked with him about that and he has some songs on his new CD I’ve asked him to play because of the theme.” Originally from Vancouver, Foote is known internationally for his songs and music for all ages. He has been nominated for four Juno Awards for best children’s album – 1990, 1993 and 2001 – and won in 2010. He released his eighth children’s album, “Always Be Yourself,” in May 2013. “We’ve got Norman Foote coming, which

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During the Dec. 10 District of 100 Mile House council meeting, councillors approved the proposed the 2014 Grant in Aid contributions submitted by the South Cariboo Joint Committee (SCJC). The SCJC is made up of elected representatives of the District and the Cariboo Regional District (CRD). Grant amounts may vary between the two governing bodies. The 2014 recipients include: • 100 Mile & District Arts Council - $125, District; $375, CRD • 100 Mile Nordics Ski Society - $500, District; $500, CRD • 100 Mile Festival of the Arts Society - $500, District; $1,200, CRD • 100 Mile and District Community Policing - $750, District; $2,250, CRD • 100 Mile & District

(testing for food and environmental sensitivities, supplement needs, and body system health)

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British Columbia has launched a series of 19 in-person community consultation sessions around the province as part of a comprehensive Disability White Paper Consultation on issues facing people with disabilities. This consultation is guided by a leadership team made up of government, the disability community and the business sector to hear

from people with disabilities and their families, friends, colleagues and employers about what can be done to remove barriers and increase accessibility for people with disabilities in B.C. The in-person community consultations began on Jan. 20 and will run until the end of February. The sessions closest to 100 Mile House are in Quesnel at the

Best Western Tower (500 Reid St.) on Jan. 22 from 7 to 9:30 p.m., and in Kamloops at the hotelfive540forty (540 Victoria St.) on Feb. 4 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. A list of other dates, locations and times can be found at: engage.gov. bc.ca/disabilitywhitepaper. On this site, British Columbians can register for an in-person session, learn more about

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the consultation process and submit their ideas using the online forum. To date, more than 7,600 people have visited the online consultation site. More than 230 public comments have been received on discussion themes, including innovation, housing and accessibility, work

and contribution, social networks, asset accumulation and personal supports. B.C.’s Disability White Paper Consultation continues until March 11, 2014. Consultation results will form the basis for a white paper that will be shared at a provincial summit in June 2014.

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The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) has received an application to amend Cariboo Regional District South Cariboo Area Zoning Bylaw No. 3501, 1999 by rezoning the property described below: Bylaw No. 4849 Part of Lot A, District Lot 2077, Lillooet District, Plan 26134, Except Plans 27988 and 32814 from General Commercial (C 1) zone to Rural 2 (RR 2) zone and Part of Lot 1, District Lot 2077, Lillooet District, Plan 32814, from Rural 2 (RR 2) zone to General Commercial (C 1) zone (minimum lot size – 2.0 ha (RR 2); 4.0 ha (RR 1); 0.4 ha (C 1)) (maximum density - 3 lots (3 lots proposed)).

rezoning/Ocp amendment – 6937 – 94 Mile Frontage road

7:00 p.m., January 21, 2014 at South cariboo rec centre Ocp amendment

The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) has received an application to amend Cariboo Regional District South Cariboo Area Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3100, 1995 by redesignating the property described below: Bylaw No. 4860 Lot 1, District Lot 8289, Lillooet District, Plan 25362, Except Plan 42770 from Acreage Reserve designation to Commercial designation. Purpose for Redesignation: To operate a 12 unit recreational vehicle park to complement the existing motel.

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The CRD has also received an application to amend Cariboo Regional District South Cariboo Area Zoning Bylaw No. 3501, 1999 by rezoning the property described below: Bylaw No. 4861 Part of Lot 1, District Lot 8289, Lillooet District, Plan 25362, from Acreage Reserve (RA 2) zone to Tourist Commercial (C 2) zone (minimum lot size – 0.4 ha in both C 2 & C 3) (maximum density – 7 lots in each zone for a total of 14 lots. Not proposed for subdivision). Purpose for Rezoning: To operate a 12 unit recreational vehicle park to complement the existing motel. The subject property is located at 6937 – 94 Mile Frontage Road, as shown on the sketch plan below, and is owned by Wayne and Colby Walker.

Purpose for Rezoning: To establish original zoning configuration. The subject property is located at 7296 Canim Lake Road South and property behind (South), as shown on the sketch plan below, and is owned by Mary Buse.

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Public hearings are for all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws. The public hearings are to be held by a delegate of the Cariboo Regional District Board. A copy of the CRD resolution is available for public inspection. Written submissions regarding the proposed bylaw will also be received. These submissions may be submitted at the public hearing or should be received in the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 2A4, (fax number 392-2812) fortyeight hours prior to the hearing. No further information or representations can be considered by the CRD Board after the public hearing. The bylaw and an information package may be inspected at the Cariboo Regional District office, 175 Airport Road, 100 Mile House, BC, V2J 2B8 between 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from January 15, 2014 to January 22, 2014 inclusive (excepting public holidays). This information may also be inspected at the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from January 15, 2014 to January 22, 2014 inclusive (excepting public holidays). Telephone inquiries should be directed to the Planning Department of the CRD at 1-800-665-1636. Karen Moores, B.Sc., P.Ag. Manager of Development Services

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The bylaw and an information package may be inspected at the Cariboo Regional District office, 175 Airport Road, 100 Mile House, BC, V2J 2B8 between 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from January 15, 2014 to January 21, 2014 inclusive (excepting public holidays). This information may also be inspected at the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from January 15, 2014 to January 21, 2014 inclusive (excepting public holidays). Telephone inquiries should be directed to the Planning Department of the CRD at 1-800-665-1636. Karen Moores, B.Sc., P.Ag. Manager of Development Services

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Province toasts happy hours

Premier Christy Clark recently announced her government’s support for a second set of key liquor changes that will create opportunities for small businesses and Royal Canadian Legions and open up new dining options for British Columbia families. To create more consumer convenience and give businesses more flexibility to grow, Clark said the B.C. Liberal government will be introducing happy hour to B.C. To make sure liquor rules better reflect how British Columbians

live, the premier added families will have the ability to eat together in B.C.’s pubs, Legions and restaurants. To enhance health and public safety, she noted the province also will improve and expand B.C.’s responsible beverage service program, Serving it Right (SIR). Liquor service changes • With minimum drink pricing consistent with the views that parliamentary secretary John Yap heard from health advocates

during the B.C. Liquor Policy Review, the B.C. Liberals will be opening the door to time-limited drink specials – such as happy hours. • If patrons do not wish to eat, they will no longer be required to order food when they are in a food-primary establishment. Customers will be permitted to move freely with their beverage from one adjoining licensed area to another. • Liquor-primary establishments and clubs, such as Legions, will have the option to accommodate minors

up until a certain hour in the evening. Parents will be able to take their children for a bite to eat at a pub or to enjoy some music at a Legion that chooses to be family friendly. • The province will extend SIR to all hospitality industry workers who serve alcohol. This will include all servers in B.C.’s 5,600 licensed restaurants, as well as staff at BC Liquor Stores and rural agency and wine stores. A specialized version of SIR will be required for licensees and personnel who serve at special occasion

Grants awarded for 2014 From 3

• 100 Mile Mural Society $1,000, District; $500, CRD • Canadian Mental Health AssociationSouth Cariboo Branch - $1,500, District, $500 from CRD • Gold Rush Snowmobile Trail Regional Management Committee - $1,000, District; $1,000, CRD • Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School Dry Grad - $1,000 from District, $3,000 from CRD • South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) Little Britches Rodeo - $500, District; $1,250, CRD • SCCC-Halloween Town - $500, District; $500, CRD • SCCC-Hot July Nights - $2,000, District; $1,000, CRD • South Cariboo Sustainability Society $350, District; $1,050, CRD • South Cariboo

Community Planning Council - $1,500, District; $2,500, CRD • Special Olympics-100 Mile House - $250, District; $750, CRD • Mt. Timothy Ski Society - $2,000, District; $3,000, CRD • South Cariboo

Agri-Culture Enterprise Centre - $250, District; $750, CRD • South Cariboo Health Foundation $325, District; $1,075, CRD The District’s contributions totalled $14,925, while the CRD contributed $23,075 to

the 2014 Grant in Aid program. The total amount requested for 2014 was $127,952.

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Public Advisory Notice Cariboo Region Lake Aerators

The British Columbia Conservation Foundation (BCCF), under contract to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, advises that commencing in December lake aerators will be in operation on: • Irish Lake • Skulow Lake • Simon Lake The purpose of the lake aeration program is to minimize fish mortality associated with reduced oxygen levels during the winter months on lakes at high risk. During periods of operation, the aerator units will create areas of open water and weak ice. The BCCF would like to remind residents to stay away from safety fencing placed around the aerators. Also, as a reminder to anglers, it is unlawful to fish within 100m of any active aeration unit (see pg. 10, BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis). Please direct questions or comments regarding aerator operation to: Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Williams Lake (Cariboo) 400 - 640 Borland St. Williams Lake, BC V2G 4T1 Telephone: 250-398-4530 Facsimile: 250-398-4214

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Last place in the Central Interior Hockey League’s East Division met first place in the West Division when the Lac la Hache Tomahawks hosted the Terrace River Kings last weekend. For the struggling Tomahawks (3-14), the game was closer than most this season. They got on the board first and it was 4-3 with less than a minute remaining at the Rolf Zeis Memorial Arena on Jan. 11. Terrace (12-5-1) came away with a 5-3 win with an empty net goal. The shots were about even, with a slight edge going to Terrace 35-33. Tomahawks forward Wilfred Robbins scored the game’s only goal in the opening frame. Terrace scored twice early in the second before Robin

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2014 Cariboo Challenge organizer Len Doucette, back left, and Chris Gawthorn, front right, presented Rachel, front left, Richard and Dena Wannamaker with sled dog racing awards at the 108 Mile Heritage Site on Jan. 12. Monika Paterson photo

Lac la Hache kindergarten children Arlene Tanner, left, and Aurora SeniwBarthelette displayed some delicious chocolate chip cookies they helped bake with the help of teacher assistant Barb Hagen.

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Kait and Chris Milne got in a little snowmobiling while visiting family during the yuletide season at Green Lake. While snowmobiling on the lake was a little slushy, the trails around the lake provided some great sledding.

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Austin Sullivan played a game of table tennis at the Youth Zone in 100 Mile House recently. The Youth Zone is hosting an Xbox ‘Rock Band’ concert night on Jan. 17, which features a free dinner and video games, with doors open from 3 to 8 p.m.

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Lone Butte fire chief Jon Grieve, left, training officer Krystal Parry and firefighter Travis Eyer displayed six new state of the art air canisters that were recently acquired by the department. Many thanks go out to the volunteers who spent time fundraising and to community members who came forward with cash donations to purchase these lightweight, carbon fibre self contained breathing apparatuses valued at $4,500.

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Suffering from a concussion READ ALL ABOUT IT! Athletes advised to follow a return-to-play protocol

Sports-related concussions are more frequently reported in the news thanks in part to the notoriety of concussed NHL players Daniel Sedin and Sidney Crosby. Concussions are a common sports injury usually caused by a hit to the head leading to a short loss of normal brain function. Symptoms can include a headache or neck pain, nausea, dizziness, or tiredness. British Columbia’s physiotherapists want to share their Physio-4 for Concussions – four tips on how to successfully return to play after a concussion. “If you or an athlete in your care suffers a concussion, a physiotherapist can work to help speed the healing process and create a safe return to play protocol,” says Rebecca Tunnacliffe, CEO of the Physiotherapy Association of BC. “By following the Physio-4 for Sports-related Concussions, parents and coaches can be more

aware of when a concussion has occurred and help to protect players from getting or causing a concussion and keep moving for life.” 1. Before the first practice, assess the young athlete’s baseline brain function (memory skills, concentration) and then re-test during the season to help identify the effects of any injury. Know if the young athlete has had a prior concussion, if so have a physiotherapist help set up a program for a safe and prepared return to play. 2. To prevent giving or receiving a concussion, young hockey and soccer players must learn to protect their heads and avoid dangerous angles of contact. Hockey players should always approach the boards on an angle, and never check from behind. Soccer players should “head the ball” correctly, and keep a protective space around their bodies to avoid bumping heads and straining necks.

3. If a young player does suffer a concussion, it’s imperative he/she does not return to play too soon; their brain needs time to heal. A physiotherapist can establish an individualized rehabilitation program that will help prevent the incidence of reinjury, guide the young athlete through the recovery process, and help determine when it is safe to return to play. 4. Hockey specific off-ice training exercises will improve control of the neck, spine and pelvis, and will help with skating, puck skills and safe body contact to avoid concussion. Soccer players (especially girls who are prone to concussions) should include a neck-strengthening program as part of their conditioning. Younger players should not practice “heading the ball” until they are adequately trained in the proper technique. These tips can be adapted for other sports, says Tunnacliffe.

2013 BC Aboriginal student award recipients announced Sonya Charley, who goes to the 100 Mile House campus of Thompson Rivers University, and Canim Lake Band’s Paige Archie, who attends the University of British Columbia, are among the 265 Aboriginal students shared more than $800,000 in awards for college and university education in 2013. The Irving K. Barber British Columbia Scholarship Society granted $813,000 to Aboriginal students in B.C. to support their studies at post-secondary colleges and universities throughout the province. The society’s Aboriginal Awards pro-

gram is funded from the returns on a $12-million endowment fund established by the provincial government, as well as an additional $2-million fund created in 2012 to encourage more Aboriginal students to become teachers, and a $1-million fund for Aboriginal students pursuing masters and doctoral studies. Awards of between $1,000 and $5,500 each are issued to students through a competitive process every year. The awards programs are intended to assist in removing barriers to higher education for the province’s Aboriginal people. “Throughout

our province, more Aboriginal students are succeeding in their post-secondary studies and taking advantage of the exciting job opportunities,” says Advanced Education Minister Amrik Virk. “Congratulations to these deserving students, and best of luck in your classes.”

The Irving K. Barber BC Scholarship Society provides scholarships to students attending public post- secondary institutions throughout the province and internationally. Since its inception, the society has awarded more than $5 million from its six scholarship and award programs.

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Avalanche risk high in the Cariboo

As of Jan. 15, the avalanche risk in the Cariboo is high and somewhat difficult to predict. The danger rating is high in the alpine areas, according to the Canadian Avalanche Centre, which warns

backcountry recreation enthusiasts there are very dangerous avalanche conditions. CAC states travel in avalanche terrain is not recommended. Meanwhile the treeline and below-tree-line areas are rated consid-

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offer time-limited drink specials (happy hours), provided the price is not below a prescribed minimum consistent with those advocated by health advocates. • Minors, if accompanied by a parent or guardian, should be permitted in certain liquor-primary establishments. Government should establish a reasonable time (e.g., until 9 p.m.) that respects both the family’s choice to include minors in some events and the establishment’s responsibility to ensure an appropriate environment for all. • Licensees should continue to have the option of an adult-only establishment. • Food-primary enterprises that wish to fully transition away from food service after

a certain hour (i.e. 9 p.m.) - if, for example, they wanted to operate as a nightclub – will be able to apply for a licence endorsement, allowing them to operate like a liquor-primary licence during those hours only. Minors would not be allowed in the establishment after that time. To reflect the approach taken on liquor-primary licences, local government and residents should be consulted as part of the approval process.

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Environmental groups and First Nations quickly condemned the National Energy Board (NEB) recommendation to approve the Northern Gateway oil pipeline project and predicted it will never be built. Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs president Grand Chief Stewart Philip said the battle will likely move into the courtrooms as First Nations mount legal challenges to Enbridge’s project – assuming it is approved in the months ahead by the federal government. “This is about the environmental integrity of the watersheds we all share and we are willing to go to any lengths to defend our watersheds. “We are prepared to go to the wall against this project. We have no choice.” Wilderness Committee policy director Gwen Barlee called it a reckless, foolish, disappointing decision that will run into a wall of opposition in B.C. “It’s going to be tied up in courts for many, many, many years. Environmental organizations will be

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climate, dangerous to our coast and dangerous to our rivers and our salmon,” she explained. “We vow to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with First Nations, and the thousands of others who oppose this project,” said Murray Minchin of Kitimatbased Douglas Channel Watch, which was an intervenor in the hearings. “We are determined to keep the north coast of B.C. bitumen-free.” The twin pipelines, carrying diluted heavy bitumen from northern Alberta to Kitimat and condensate used to dilute the heavy oil in the opposite direction would carve across hundreds of creeks and rivers and send oil tankers out through

the narrow passages of B.C.’s north coast. Ecojustice staff lawyer Barry Robinson said the NEB ignored a huge volume of evidence indicating Northern Gateway is unsafe, unsustainable and unnecessary. Others argued Enbridge has not proven itself to be competent and, therefore, to be trusted with B.C.’s environment, citing its 2010 spill of diluted bitumen into the Kalamazoo River in Michigan. Most environmental campaigners said they were not surprised, citing federal government moves to weaken environmental standards and gut protections for habitat in the Fisheries Act. Ninety-six per cent

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Province’s 15-year-olds fare well in math, reading and science Fifteen-year-old students in British Columbia are among the best in the world at math, science and reading, according to a major international assessment recently released by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) is conducted every three years and is one of the most comprehensive programs of its kind in the world. Among the 65 participating countries and economies, only one jurisdiction statistically performed above B.C.’s range in reading, only two jurisdictions in science, and nine jurisdictions in mathematics. On a straight numerical rank basis, B.C. is sixth in both reading and science and 12th in mathematics. B.C. also demonstrated high equity in student performance, which is the gap between the highest- and lowestperforming students, showing the system is delivering high student achievement in an equitable manner. This maintains B.C.’s historical position as one of the top performing jurisdictions in the world, and depending on the subject, puts B.C.’s 15-year-old students in a range above other high-performing jurisdictions, such as Finland, Germany and Australia. In comparison to the other Canadian provinces, B.C students were top ranked in reading and science, and second only to Quebec in math. It is important to note that while B.C. students did well in PISA 2012, student performance appears to have plateaued, says Education Minister Peter Fassbender. Science and reading scores have been relatively stable over the past decade,

he says, adding scores in mathematics are down from PISA 2003, but changed little since PISA 2006. These foundational skills will be measured again through PISA 2015 but the OECD will, for the first time, also assess student competencies in collaborative problemsolving. Balancing the focus on both foundational skills and key competencies is a goal underlying the current transformation of B.C.’s K-12 curriculum. Fassbender notes the PISA 2012 results follow last year’s Progress in International Reading Literacy Study, which also demonstrated B.C.’s Grade 4 students were among the best readers in the world (ranked seventh among 45 jurisdictions). “This study demonstrates once again that B.C. has one of the best education systems in the world. It is a testament to the dedication of B.C.’s teachers and to

the significant investment we make as a society in our children’s education.” While these results are good news, the education minister says they are no reason to be complacent. “They show we’re solid on the basics, but we must adapt to the changing needs of a rapidly changing world. In 2015, the OECD will begin to test for collaborative problem solving – the kind of skill increasingly in demand by employers around the world.” Fassbender says he thanks the B.C. Teachers’ Federation for its help in developing the province’s new curriculum, which will help better prepare our students for the future. “Through the BC Education Plan, we are working to transform our system. Our goal is to foster capable, engaged, confident young people ready to thrive and succeed on their life’s journey,

wherever that may take them.” FAST bytes • PISA is designed to provide policy-oriented international indicators of the skills and knowledge of 15-year-old students and shed light on a range of factors that contribute to successful students, schools, education systems and learning outcomes. • PISA is unique in that it is not tied to the

curriculum of any province or participating country or economy, but is instead a fair measurement of students’ abilities to use their learning skills to solve real-life situations. • In 2012, a total of 510,000 students took part in the PISA study. • In Canada, approximately 21,000 15-yearolds from 900 schools participated. This included 1,741 students from 74 B.C. schools.

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