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Mill Girls Follies, a popular dancing group from Clinton, performed at the 14th Annual Cowboy Concert at Martin Exeter Hall in 100 Mile House on Jan. 18. Bernice Weihs-Anderson, left, Clare Werner, Sandi Burrage and Meghan Burrage took centre stage for this portion of the group’s performance.

McLeod promotes New Prosperity Mine project design dispute ‘concerning’ for Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo MP

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The proposed New Prosperity Gold-Copper Project was on the minds of some South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce members who attended a Jan. 15 luncheon where Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo MP Cathy McLeod was guest speaker. Local businessman Pat Corbett asked McLeod what timing she expected on the federal government’s decision on whether to allow the project to proceed to the permitting stage. “We just want to underscore the importance of it.” McLeod noted the issue now rests

with federal Environment Minister Leona Aglukkaq, who is due to make her decision by the end of February. The final decision will be made by Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s cabinet. Expanding on that conversation in an interview the same day, McLeod said she has “always supported the important opportunity” and “economic benefit” of Taseko Mines Ltd.’s gold-copper project in the CaribooChilcotin. A report by Taseko that Natural Resources Canada used the wrong design in its analysis and, therefore, the federal assessment review panel relied on this incorrect information to draw conclusions in its report, dis-

turbs the MP. “I have concerns regarding the reports made by the proponent that there were some issues with the information, and that needs to get resolved in terms of the assessment and the information provided. “There has been work by both [Cariboo-Prince George MP Dick Harris] and I to indicate we have concerns to both the Minister of Natural Resources [Joe Oliver] and the minister of environment regarding the concerns by the proponent.” McLeod noted she also told the ministers about the importance of the economic opportunity New Prosperity Mine offers to the region, particularly after closures of small

businesses and “soft cycles” in the forestry industry. “Obviously, anything that goes forward has to be done in an environmentally sound way, and I believe that open-pit copper mines in British Columbia, with appropriate regular oversight, can meet high standards.” The important points have been made to Aglukkaq and cabinet in advance of their pending decision, she added. “I hope the mine goes forward with the confidence of the people that it will be done in an environmentally sound way, and I hope the Aboriginal communities will recognize and benefit from the important opportunities from that mine.”

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FAST bytes GRANT INTAKE The Vancouver Foundation is still accepting Letters of Intent for its spring 2014 grant application intake. Eligible charitable organizations may apply for project grants within a variety of categories. The Letter of Intent deadline is Jan. 24. Organizations invited to submit a full grant application will then have a March 14 deadline to do that. For more information, visit www.vancouver foundation.ca.

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Lish Boutilier, pictured with son, Oscar, and daughter, Freddie, recently offered a $100 reward for the return of an heirloom baby blanket she mistakenly donated to the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre in the fall.

Reward offered for missing blanket Family looking for community assistance in locating item mistakenly donated brother and [my mom] wanted to keep it because it’s from her family.” Schoeler and Boutilier went on Facebook A South Cariboo family is looking for and contacted the Cariboo Family help finding an heirloom baby blanket that Enrichment Centre (CFEC) and the Cedar was mistakenly thrown in with other items Crest Society for Community Living to get brought to the Cariboo Family Enrichment the word out about retrieving it. Centre in 100 Mile House. Erica Henderson of the CFEC says Boutilier Talking about what happened was very upset when she came in. this fall when she donated the “We felt very bad for her. We I'm probably baby clothes, Lish Boutilier haven’t found it yet. We did make going to cry warns, “I’m probably going to an announcement at our dropbecause I cry because I feel like a jerk for in lunch program. That’s usually feel like a losing it.” where we see a lot of the moms jerk for losing The blanket is described as who take the stuff that has been it." checkered, light pink, light blue donated.” and off-white with satin ribbon Henderson adds this is the first – Lish Boutilier edges. time she can remember someBoutilier says there’s a $100 thing like this happening. reward for the person who “We’re doing whatever we can returns the blanket, which was originally to try and find it.” given to her mother, Rail Lake resident Terry Schoeler says she’s “blown away” by the Williams Schoeler, by an aunt from the concerned responses on social media and United Kingdom when she was pregnant in appreciates what people are doing to help 1978 with her first son, Kris Schoeler. them retrieve the item. Kris, a 108 Mile Ranch resident, is expect“Back then I was a poor, single, teenage ing a child in April. Boutilier has two kids of mother. It was one of those things I knew I her own. When she went to retrieve the blan- would have to hold on to, that I wanted to ket recently to pass it along to her brother, hold on to.” Submitted photo she realized it was missing and what had The family is asking people to call Boutilier Although this is not a picture of the lost blanket, the pathappened. at 250-395-3227 or contact Schoeler on tern and colours are similar to this. “It was used as a blanket for me and my Facebook if they find the blanket. Gaven Crites Free Press

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Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has temporarily shut down E-file services effective Jan. 14-Feb. 9. All registered E-filers will be out of operation during that timeframe. Registered E-file software companies have been approved for 2013 tax season, and CRA is taking this time to update its systems. Registered E-Filers will also need to update to the 2013 tax software and ensure that software is downloaded prior to filing any returns. The CRA’s E-File services will resume on Feb. 10.

HEALTH CONTRACT The Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association and the Heath Employers Association of B.C. have ratified a five-year agreement negotiated in November. The new agreement covers from April 1, 2014 to March 31, 2019, and it applies to more than 16,000 unionized health workers. It provides a 5.5 per cent total wage increase over five years, with potential for additional increases if B.C.’s economy exceeds its annual economic forecasts.

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RCMP gains new leader Staff Sgt. Blake Ward to head up 100 Mile House detachment

Carole Rooney Free Press

The 100 Mile House RCMP is welcoming Blake Ward to the community as its new detachment commander. Ward joined the RCMP 21 years ago in his first posting in Merritt, and then transferred to Sandspit in Haida Gwaii. After three years there, Ward had an interesting and unique experience in the RCMP Marine Section. “I was based out of Prince Rupert, and worked the whole North Coast, from the north end of Vancouver Island up to Alaska, for 12 years.” Ward then returned to Haida Gwaii two years ago and became the NCO detachment commander in Masset. Now, armed with his new promotion to

staff sergeant, he will join 100 Mile House as detachment commander in late February. A family man, Ward says he looks forward to getting involved with local youth, in the general community and with area First Nations, with whom he has had extensive experience throughout his career. He has developed a recreation commission and numerous other programs for young people, helped fund and build a youth camp, and also ran the PARTY program. Ward says he is pleased to see it offered in 100 Mile House. In his marine section work, Ward says he has worked with youth groups and in canoe journeys in every community it visited. The staff sergeant adds he has been heavily involved in the same sorts of activities in Masset.

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Staff Sgt. Blake Ward is joining 100 Mile House RCMP as its new detachment commander. In his previous post in Haida Gwaii, he dressed up in his traditional red serge this past Christmas to help serve a special Christmas dinner at a Healthy Communities soup kitchen.

“I make sure my other members are involved with it. I need to be involved, but I also need the whole detachment to be involved.” His wife, Jacqui, is a paramedic who will continue her work in the South Cariboo, while two of their sons, Jaiden and Brady, play on the 100 Mile Wranglers hockey team. “We’re really excited to be close to them, as well as our other three children.” Their other offspring live in Victoria, Prince Rupert and Calgary, he explains, so 100 Mile House is more central for accommodating family visits. His goals include combating the trouble with local marijuana grow-operations, which he notes “will be a challenge,” but one he intends to meet head-on. “That is definitely

Public input sought on issues facing people with disabilities the development of a white paper, a document that will reflect public feedback and ideas. The paper will be shared at a provincial summit in June 2014 that will bring together a diverse group of leaders to develop strategies and actions for addressing the issues facing people with disabilities in B.C. There are several options for participating in the consultation: • Online consultation: Have your say about how we, as a society, can increase accessibility and reduce barriers for people living with disabilities in B.C. • Host a discussion using the disability conversation toolkit and submit it to government

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going to be high on my priority list, and I am certainly open to ideas. We need the communities’ help very much to tackle any kind of crime – and grow-ops are an example of this. “So, I’m going to be really focusing on developing those kinds of relationships with the community, but also with our local partners, government and amongst the detachment as well.” Overseeing the building of a brand-new detachment is something else he looks forward to. Ward adds he has experience in RCMP asset management, and can see the current aging and overcrowded building needs a number of upgrades. “I think I’m very lucky to have that hap-

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Free trade facts presented by Cathy McLeod European Union agreement to bring bilateral boost

Carole Rooney Free Press

Free trade was on the “menu” when Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo MP Cathy McLeod spoke to more than two dozen South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) members at a business luncheon at Horton Ventures in 100 Mile House on Jan. 15. She talked about the tentative free trade agreement between Canada and the European Union (EU), and its numerous aspects. “I am very proud of this agreement. I think it’s a historical agreement and it’s probably one of the biggest in our history.” Canada’s secondlargest trading partner (after the United States), the EU has 28 member nations doing $17 trillion in trade – bigger even than the U.S. economy, McLeod noted. It is also home to

500 million people, which she laughingly mentioned the B.C. Cattlemen’s Association has referred to as “500 million hungry people.” “So, immediately the cattlemen are hugely pleased.” When the trade deal eventually comes into effect, about 94 per cent of agriculture exports to Europe will be duty-free, McLeod said, adding it involved some “really important” changes. For the forest industry, the current tariffs of up to 10 per cent on plywood and veneered panels will also be completely eliminated, she noted, while pre-fabricated buildings will see tariff reductions. Tariffs range from a couple of per cent to an “enormous” chunk of Canada’s export business to Europe, which is a “real barrier” to competitiveness in those markets, McLeod said. The free trade

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Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo MP Cathy McLeod spoke to more than two dozen South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce members at a luncheon held at Horton Ventures on Jan. 15.

agreement will break that barrier down, she added. “It’s going to put us on a really good playing field for our products entering into that market. “So, forestry [gets] a huge advantage, cattlemen, but even

small- and mediumsized businesses will have enhanced opportunities in the market.” McLeod pointed to businesses in the Cariboo that might take advantage of the free trade deal, such as Country Prime Meats in Lac la Hache.

Teachers’ union bemoans B.C. class composition Carole Rooney Free Press

The British Columbia Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) is reporting that class composition is worse than ever in the province. Data released by the government shows there are more than 16,000 classes with four or more children with special needs in B.C. However, it seems some of the data in the ministry’s October 2013 Overview of Class Size and Composition can be misconstrued. The report indicates 13 classes with seven or more special needs students, identified as those children entitled to an Individual Education Plan (IEP), in School District 27. SD27 superintendent Mark Thiessen says all of these are secondary school classes that are specifically designed for students with learning difficulties. “The majority of these classes focus on the essential skills students need to function in daily life and the workplace, although some of these classes are elective classes.”

In all of these cases, he notes extra staffing and support have been provided. “These numbers are not at all alarming and they would be an average number in any given year. I feel the district provides the necessary supports for teachers who teach in such classes.” Cariboo-Chilcotin Teachers’ Association president Murray Helmer says he agrees this grouping of special needs students is a “suitable” situation. “Additional resources are put into those learning needs and those kids are grouped together just to deliver the education that they require.” Since they are all secondary students, many need particular courses to graduate that are only offered in certain classes, he adds. There are a lot of teacher’s assistants in the system, Helmer says, adding the IEP code refers to more than one might think. “Under that category of ‘special needs’ are the ‘gifted’ students as well. So, we’re not necessarily talking just difficul-

ties in learning needs that way, but [also those] identified as a gifted student, which also brings those numbers up.” Meanwhile, Thiessen says there are 11 classes in SD27 with seven or more English language learners (ELL) where extra staffing and support has also been provided. Helmer says gathering ELL students in a single class also makes sense to him, given the limited qualified teachers available to teach them. However, what is more of an issue in SD27 is the lack of other learning supports and counsellors, he adds. “We make do with what we have available to us here and maximize the potential for kids. It would still be a much more superior situation to have more learning support teachers available.” Helmer says there used to be more of these special educators in the system until they were removed from the collective agreements in 2002. They were removed by the B.C. Continued on A7

“Again, this will probably provide an advantage in terms of, if they choose – or anyone chooses – to move into the European market, it will be much easier for them to do so. “There is going to be less red tape; there is going to be fewer headaches; there are going to be decreased tariffs; and there is going to be support.” Typically, people look to tariff changes in free trade agreements, but today, they include much more than tariffs and borders, McLeod said, adding they include services. Log home builders will see tariff eliminations, as well as other current barriers removed, the MP explained. These

include the “huge” challenges at the border when they travel to EU countries to aid in the building installation and after-sales maintenance. McLeod said the trade agreement will provide secure, preferential access to European markets for Canadian businesses, from farming to engineering, to provide for goods, services, “ideas” and expertise. “We’re thinking that it’s going to create about a 20 per cent bilateral boost in trade and increase Canada’s GDP [gross domestic product] by $12 billion.” She suggested local chamber of commerce members with medium to small businesses should gain more

information online at the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service website at www.tra decommissioner.gc.ca. “I think we have opportunity to valueadd in Canada and we have opportunity for [importing] European goods, too. “Canada can compete. You look at prices, cost of living – Canada can be very competitive in that market.”

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Crime Stoppers tips nip misdeeds in the bud Community volunteers, tipsters help catch lawbreakers Carole Rooney Free Press

Fighting crime doesn’t always require a badge or a super hero – it can be effective even when done anonymously. January is Crime Stoppers Month, and each year community members offering tips assist police in deterring crime. Crime Stoppers of the South Cariboo (CSSC) has operated as a society since 1996, and president Al Blannin has been front and centre since its inception. A highly regarded volunteer in the provincial organization, Blannin was awarded the prestigious 2013 Crime Stoppers of B.C. President of the Year award in May. In 2013, a total of 31 tips led to three arrests and the seizure of drugs, valued at $302,800, in the 100 Mile House area, she notes. Of those tips, 15 are still being investigated, Blannin adds, and two cases have been cleared

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The prestigious Crime Stoppers of B.C. President of the Year award was recently bestowed on South Cariboo Crime Stoppers (SCCS) president Al Blannin, left, and was presented by SCCS treasurer Marg Sarich who had accepted the award on Blannin’s behalf in Victoria.

and resolved without charges. “We approved $350 in rewards last year.” The level of calls was down from recent years, but that might be a good thing, she notes, if it indicates a reduction in marijuana grow operations or overall crime.

The longtime volunteer says she wishes more vandalism incidents would be reported, however. “That doesn’t seem to have gone down at all.” The more information, the better, when it comes to observing and reporting suspi-

cious activity, and it’s helpful if tipsters who come across more information call in again. However, every tip is useful, even if only limited information is available. Blannin says local Crime Stoppers fundraising was boosted by

Regional hospital budget open for public input Carole Rooney Free Press

Taxpayers in the Cariboo-Chilcotin will likely see a taxation increase for hospital services this year, but still have a chance to speak up on what is funded by local government, and what is not. The Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District (CCRHD) board recently endorsed its 2014 provisional budgets and financial plans. The board members will present these plans to area residents in three upcoming sub-regional consultation meetings. The overall financial impact to the CCRHD residential tax rate for 2014 will be increased to $70 per $100,000 of residential assessment – about an $8 increase from 2013 taxation levels. CCRHD chair John Massier says this rate is expected to be maintained for an extended period. “The main highlight of the financial plan is the board’s decision to accelerate the rate at which we are accumulating the capital reserves needed to pay for our 40 per cent share of the anticipated rebuilding and/or replacement of the two largest health-care facilities in our region – Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake and GR Baker Hospital in Quesnel.” While these projects are in the early planning

stages, he notes board members discovered the cost of the upgrades will be much higher than it had anticipated when they began accumulating the reserves several years ago. “The new [taxation] rates will allow us to add about $1,000,000 extra annually to the reserves, which will reduce future borrowing costs and financial impacts on taxpayers when the projects come to fruition.” He adds another prominent budget aspect in 2014 will be making the final payment on the historic debt of the Cariboo Regional Hospital District, which will allow the board to dissolve that old entity and continue with only the CCRHD. While town-hall meetings last fall gathered input of what sort of functions and taxation residents want to see before preparing these plans, feedback is again being sought on the provisional budgets before finalizing them. In the South Cariboo, the public meeting will take place at District of 100 Mile House council chambers on the evening of Feb. 27 (time to be announced). That meeting will also present the Cariboo Regional District and the expiring Cariboo Regional Hospital District (CRHD) provisional budgets and financial plans.

some sizable financial support in 2013. These included a Sunrise Ford Drive One 4 UR Community event contribution of $2,160, the Rotary Club of 100 Mile House providing another $1,000, a Lac la Hache Father’s Day Fishing Derby donation of $500, and some smaller, private contributions. The CSSC also raised $1,675 on its own through raffles and mini-handcuff pin sales, she adds. Blannin notes these gold or silver pins are still available for $4 each at the 100 Mile House Free Press, at Donex Pharmacy & Department Store and at any public CSSC events. Fundraising and donations are much needed as they cover all of the rewards, operating expenses and Canadian Crime Stoppers Association dues. Local awareness has been increased through a series of unique “if criminals were this easy to spot ...” advertisements run in the 100 Mile House Free Press this year, she adds.

“I think they are very good. They are eyecatching, as far as I’m concerned.” Blannin explains that people with information who do not want to “become involved” only need to call the toll-free number, and are guaranteed anonymity. The names of those who provide tips remain private at the Crime Stoppers level, tipsters will never be called to court and the RCMP have no contact with callers whatsoever.

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Local youth score scholarships

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other scholarships last home-schooled from spring and moved on Grades 6-11, but rather to enter university last than characterizing this Provincial Exam- fall. None were expect- as a particular accomination Scholarships ing this sudden windfall, plishment in achieving have been granted to acknowledging their these grades, she points three, 2013 graduates excellent test scores. to her family’s encourof Peter Skene Jensen says agement. O g d e n she was very “I had a strong basis Secondary pleased, but cer- of support here at home. School. tainly surprised Everything except the Tahsis Jensen, by the news that Grade 12 English exam Jill Matlock and she had been was done in home Ben Mowbray awarded the schooling.” were each chobursary. Matlock also attends Ben sen to receive “It seemed UVic where she is the $1,000 Mowbray almost studying genscholarship for too late eral sciences, their outstanding aca- to find out – I’d including bioldemic achievements, as been in univerogy, chemistry, evidenced in their indi- sity for three physics and othvidual exam results. months by then. ers. The suite of five pro“I wasn’t even While she had vincial exams covered aware it was a earned other Jill three grade levels and scholarship to scholarships last Matlock included English 10, be won. I was a spring, Matlock science 10, foundations little confused.” says she was and pre-calculus 10, The young woman quite stunned to hear social studies 11 and from Forest Grove cur- she had won, and unsure English 12. rently attends University what it was all about. These three local stu- of Victoria (UVic) “It was kind of vague dents ranked among the studying Theatre, and what they told the school top 5,000 scores across is working toward a ... so it wasn’t until we the province earned by potential double-major got the letter in the mail 2013 grads. in Women’s Studies. that I fully understood All three had earned Jensen says she was what it was. So, that was Free Press

a very nice surprise. I before being notified, was home for Christmas Mowbray says he had when we got it.” forgotten about While the 108 any outstandMile Ranch resiing award dent had heard programs. of money some“It was defitimes granted nitely a surprise to students for me. I’d heard ranking high they sometimes on provincial give out awards Tahsis exams, she notes and scholarJensen “it wasn’t even ships for the on my radar” that she provincial marks, so I might receive one. She studied really hard and adds the money will be just did my best, and I put to good use against guess it paid off. It was a her tuition expenses. nice surprise.” Among other awards One of the two Grad upon her gradua- 2013 valedictorians tion, Matlock also at PSO, Ben’s Grade received the pres- 11 marks earned him tigious Governor the esteemed UNBC General’s Bronze Entrance Scholar’s Medal for her out- Award, which covers his standing academic tuition for four years. achievements. It was “rewarding” Mowbray attends to receive the recent University of Northern scholarship for his hard British Columbia work, he says, adding (UNBC) where he is it will be put toward studying environmental his books and living science, and also hails expenses. from 108 Mile Ranch. “There are plenty of Since he was also well costs to be covered out into the fall semester there.”

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BC Jobs plan failing to deliver The much-hyped BC Jobs Plan is failing, and our province needs a new economic strategy, according to my latest report for the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. BC Jobs Plan Reality Check, compares labour market performance since the Jobs Plan was announced in September 2011 with the two years of post-recession recovery that preceded it. The jobs recovery has been disappointing across Canada, but British Columbia’s is even weaker. We are one of only three provinces that lost jobs in 2013. The only reason the unemployment rate fell slightly last year is that many people gave up looking for work and they were no longer counted in the official statistics. While the total number of jobs in B.C. has increased since the Jobs Plan was announced, the new jobs have been primarily

temporary positions and The Jobs Plan is narrowly have barely kept up with focused on resource B.C.’s growing population. extraction (LNG and The proportion of working mining), but putting all age British Columbians our eggs in this basket is with jobs (the employment economically risky, making rate) is unchanged since the us more dependent on the start of the Jobs Plan and booms and busts of global remains almost commodity as low as during markets. It also the recession. comes at a great B.C. would environmental need 94,000 more price. jobs to reach the Besides, the pre-recession resource sector employment rate. is not a big job Outside of the creator. Just Lower Mainland 2% of British and Greater Columbians are Iglika Victoria, only the directly employed Ivanova Kootenay and in mining, oil and Northeast have gas extraction, experienced net forestry and job creation since the Jobs logging combined. There Plan was launched. will be few new jobs in the Thompson-Okanagan, planned resource projects the Cariboo, and the North outside the construction Coast and Nechako have stage, so any lift to local fewer jobs than before economies is going to be the plan, and have yet to short-lived. recover the jobs lost during Furthermore, many of the recession. Many of those these new jobs could be regions are experiencing filled with temporary outmigration. foreign workers or skilled

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t was good to hear Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo MP Cathy McLeod publicly stated she supports Taseko Mines’ proposed New Prosperity Gold-Copper Project during an interview with the 100 Mile House Free Press. The local MP has been pretty quiet about the New Prosperity project, but when she was in 100 Mile House last week, McLeod said she has “always supported the important opportunity and “economic benefit” of the mine in the Cariboo-Chilcotin. McLeod noted she and Cariboo-Prince George MP Dick Harris have already met with Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver and Environment Minister Leona Aglukkaq to explain the economic importance of the project for the region. She added it was particularly important because of the numerous closures of small businesses and the “soft cycles” in the forests industry. Our MP said the important points have been made to Aglukkaq and the Tory cabinet in advance of their pending decisions. This will be somewhat comforting for the supporters of the project, as the cabinet ministers have to be made aware of the economic situation in the Cariboo-Chilcotin before they vote for or against the proposed New Prosperity project. However, those against the project going forward would be pleased to read that McLeod said anything that goes forward will have to be done in an environmentally sound way. The MP added she believes open-pit copper mines in British Columbia can meet high standards with appropriate and regular oversight. Her stamp of approval came with this quote: “I hope the mine goes forward with the confidence of the people that it will be done in an environmentally sound way, and I hope the Aboriginal communities will recognize and benefit from the important opportunities from that mine.” McLeod also noted she was concerned about Taseko’s complaint the Federal Review Panel received some incorrect information, which was not resolved before it published its report. Taseko stated Natural Resources Canada used the wrong design for the proponent’s tailings-pond system in its analysis and, therefore, the Federal review panel relied on this incorrect information to draw conclusions about the dangers to the water system in its report. Our MP said these issues need to be resolved in terms of the assessment and the information provided to the environment minister. We agree this problem should be cleared up before cabinet makes a determinations on the New Prosperity Gold-copper Project.

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workers from other parts of Canada rather than by locals. Almost one-third of new jobs created in B.C. since the recession have been filled by temporary foreign workers. We need to shift to an economic strategy that is more diversified and less environmentally risky, and that puts more British Columbians to work in well-paying, familysupporting jobs. B.C. has no forestry plan, no infrastructure plan, no climate action plan, no youth employment plan. Public investment in these strategic areas can create jobs and leverage spin-off hiring and investment by the private sector, while meeting pressing needs and setting the foundation for a more sustainable future for our province. Iglika Ivanova is an economist and a public interest researcher with the Canadians Centre for Policy Alternatives.

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Area has a diverse community of races, cultures To the editor: The South Cariboo is a diverse community with people from all over Canada and the world calling this region home. Becoming more culturally competent or “culture smart” can improve communication between people with different backgrounds. Skin colour and country of origin is a piece of community diversity but it isn’t everything. Two people who look similar can

be very culturally diverse. Culture, simply put, is the shared beliefs, customs, and traditions of a particular group. That group could be as broad and big as Canadians or as specific as immediate family. The following are four strategies to becoming culture smart: • Focus on similarities. Discover what you have in common with others. This is especially key with acquaintances or people where the differences stand out first.

Think about bullying culture that relies mostly on pointing out and criticizing how others are different. By doing the opposite, it is bound to bring people closer. • Value diversity. We are all unique. No two people are exactly the same. A lot can be accomplished when different people with different ideas put their heads together. • Explore your own cultural outlook. Learning more about your own culture, where you come from,

Tories protect health, welfare of banks To the editor: In 2009, the federal government announced a $200-billion “Extraordinar y Financing Framework” in response to the needs of financial institutions. Subsequently, the government purchased from the banks AssetBacked Commercial Paper whose sale had been frozen in the private market and whose value could not be determined. Much detail was never disclosed to the public, so we will never know the full story of the bank bailout. However, the massive amounts involved and the continued increase in ceilings of particular programs made it clear the Canadian government would do whatever was necessary to protect Canadian banks. Now, the federal government has

refused to consider enhancements to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), despite knowing two-thirds of working Canadians – 12 million people – don’t have workplace pensions. In contrast to the immediate and robust action of 2009, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty suggested CPP reforms might be taken up again “two years from now, three years, five years, six years.” Industry Minister James Moore may have retracted his insensitive remarks about the government having no responsibility for hungry children, but it is clear Conservative priorities include the health and welfare of banks, but not the health and welfare of average Canadian families. Larry Kazdan Vancouver

why you do the things you do and feel the way you do, is essential to becoming culture smart. • Be curious. Explore your world and keep your heart and mind open. Children are excellent teachers in the art of curiosity. They ask questions for the sake of learning and they question the answers only to help them to better understand. Being culture smart is a life-long learning process. However, small

steps and efforts can make a difference in the workplace, with family members, and in the community. For more information or to book a free workshop in cultural competency, contact this writer at 250-706-3143 or e-mail kimberly lundsbye@hotmail.com. Kimberly Vance-Lundsbye Welcoming Communities co-ordinator 108 Mile Ranch

Chances taken every day To the editor: Some taxpayers are not thinking of the positive sides of what pipelines can do for them financially. If the pipelines do go ahead, large royalties will be paid to the British Columbia government, which is really us. B.C. taxpayers could have a few options: eliminating the Provincial Sales Tax or medical premiums or even receiving an annual royalty cheque. In Alaska, the Alyeska pipeline has provided the average citizen an annual cheque of $1,108.45 a year for 30 years. It’s better than buying lottery tickets. Some people ask, “What’s the risk of an oil spill?” – which is real? But these same people get up every morning and do not know what will happen to them.

Going on a vacation – what if the plane goes down? You might have a car accident. Some of us have jobs that can end in an accident. Our health can suddenly deteriorate.

In summary, we all take chances every day. So why not take the benefits of the pipelines? Joe Sawchuk Duncan

Something’s not adding up To the editor: Premier Christy Clark thinks British Columbia would be “doing the world a favour” by exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG). Supposedly this would allow countries, like China, to lower emissions by shifting from coal-fired electricity to cleaner natural gas. However, there are plans to expand coal exports from B.C., not reduce it. Something isn’t adding up here. Hugh Thomas 100 Mile House

Old man take a look at your facts O’Connor made a number of inaccurate Climate scientist-turned-politician or untruthful claims” about cancer Andrew Weaver was at Young’s Toronto patients, and then refused to provide news conference. He says there were no patient information after his claims made questions for him, Adam or Young’s other international news. validator, David Suzuki, who previously Retired professor David Schindler toured worked with Schindler on a slanted oil with Young and continued to sands documentary for the CBC. push the health scare, referring Weaver calculates that Young’s darkly to newer research claim about greenhouse gas showing increased mercury emissions is substantially correct, and PAH (polycyclic aromatic if you include emissions from the hydrocarbon) contamination. finished fuels. Weaver refused When you peel back the any comment on the cancer propaganda and journalistic claims. hype, these studies mainly reveal Young included the obligatory that such toxins are on the rise, sneering comparison between but are found in much higher Stephen Harper and George W. Tom concentrations around large Bush, which is another sign he’s Fletcher cities where fuel is consumed. lived in California too long. He The cancer claims were then seemed unaware that the NDP’s debunked by a Royal Society of Thomas Mulcair and Liberal Canada expert panel in 2010. Leader Justin Trudeau support continued This cancer scare is the most damaging oil sands development. and dishonest part of the selective attack As for moonscapes, Young could have on Alberta. The oil industry, politicians driven his famous electric Lincoln from his and most of the media seem unwilling to Redwood City mansion on a hill to nearby examine it critically. Bakersfield, to view the greasy expanses of

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Neil Young’s anti-oil sands concert tour was the perfect distillation of the American enviro-assault on its dependent northern neighbour that’s been going on for a decade or more. After touring Fort McMurray in his electric car with actor-turned-protester Daryl Hannah, the 68-year-old Young covered all the big propaganda hits and added his own fantasy facts. It looks like a war zone up there! Hiroshima! If it keeps going it will be like the Moon! There’s no reclamation! Tar sands oil is all going to China, and that’s why their air is so bad! All of those statements are false. And then Young dropped his own nuclear bomb, claiming cancer rates in Fort Chipewyan are 30 per cent higher than, well, somewhere else. Chief Allan Adam of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation has cited a discredited study by former community doctor John O’Connor to press the same claim. The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta reviewed O’Connor’s claims in 2009. It concluded that “Dr.

closely packed pump jacks reaching to the horizon, still expanding due to hydraulic fracturing. Young could have visited North Dakota, where the second shale oil train explosion luckily didn’t kill anyone. It seems there will be no remake of Young’s classic Kent State lament dedicated to 47 Dead in Old Quebec. That’s American oil, so no protests. Chief Adam was frank in an interview on CTV about using the “Honour the Treaties” tour to strengthen his legal position. Young’s concert tour put $75,000 in his fund to pay lawyers. Oil isn’t the only thing being extracted here. By the end of the tour Sunday, Young and Adam conceded they weren’t trying to shut the Athabasca oil sands down, just start a dialogue. Thanks to uncritical media coverage, there will no doubt be discussions at dinner tables and in classrooms all over the world about the terrible Alberta tar sands and the cancer they don’t actually cause. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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the province Snowmobiler killed in avalanche near Valemount PRINCE GEORGE — One man is dead following an avalanche at Goat Ridge in the Clemina Creek area situated approximately 30 kilometers south of Valemount off Highway 5. On Jan. 18, at 12:32 p.m. Valemount RCMP received information of several SPOT distress beacons, along with GPS coordinates, being activated in the Clemina Creek snowmobile area. Search and Rescue teams were immediately deployed out of Valemount and McBride RCMP were advised that several snowmobilers were in the area at the time of the avalanche and confirmed that one person was found buried and confirmed deceased. Avalanche technicians immediately deemed the area as high risk posing a danger to Emergency crews trying to enter the area. Once deemed safe the BC Coroner Service will be entering the site to assist with recovering the body. Arson charges laid in weekend house fire MERRITT - Two local women have been charged with arson after a Quilchena Avenue house fire on Jan. 11. Merritt RCMP members received a call about the fire around 8:20 p.m. on Saturday. None of the occupants of the house were injured in the blaze, and it was extinguished with minimal damage to the home, RCMP report. One of the residents of the home reported he received threatening text messages from an acquaintance earlier in the evening, which stated that she would light his mother’s house on fire after a disagreement. Less than an hour later, his neighbours reported the home’s front entrance on fire. Several neighbours reported they witnessed two women lighting the fire and a vehicle leaving the scene. The neighbours were able to provide descriptions of the suspects. RCMP located the suspects at their Merritt residence and both were arrested without incident.

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Yes, walking. Many of us women at Mahood Lake get together and go for a walk at 1 p.m. each day, except when it’s icy.

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a.m. on Jan. 17, 100 Mile House RCMP and emergency services crews responded to a residence in the Imperial Ranchettes, east of 100 Mile House. An elderly female had been dropped off from a vehicle at a residence for an appointment and she slipped in the driveway.

The female driver did not observe the victim fall and continued to move her vehicle to a parking spot. The wheels of the vehicle went over the elderly female causing fatal injuries. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. An investigator from the Coroner’s Office

and a traffic analyst attended to assist in the investigation. No charges are being considered in this tragic incident as the driver and victim are related. The names of the people involved are being withheld by request in order to protect the privacy of the family.

Tractor-trailer ditched On Jan. 13, shortly after 5:30 p.m., a southbound tractor-trailer unit struck the median at the top of the 103 Mile Hill on Highway 97. The impact from the collision damaged the steering for the tractor unit and it crossed over

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Sometime overnight of Jan. 17, unknown culprits removed the fuel pumps from three fuel tanks from a business on Alpine Avenue. If you have any information on this or any other crimes in the 100 Mile House area call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your identity will remain unknown. Should your information lead to the arrest of the responsible party Crime Stoppers will pay cash for the TIP.

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to current South Cariboo Landfill commercial account holders, notifying them of the changes and also Tipping fees for commercial loads encouraging them to recycle as much of wood and demolition/construc- as possible. tion (DLC) waste begin Feb. 1 at the The same day, letters were sent to Cariboo Regional District’s Interlakes known users of the new sites acceptand Watch Lake landfills and the ing commercial waste, explaining that Lone Butte transfer station. only smaller loads will be accepted On the same day, tipping fees at the and tipping fees will be calculated by current site accepting wood material type and volume, and DLC, the South Cariboo since there are no scales. Landfill (100 Mile House), Commercial vehicles, or will be increased. vehicles hauling commercial Mixed commercial waste waste, are required to not accepted there will rise from only pay tipping fees at these $25 to $40 per tonne on Feb. sites, but must also register 1, but for the most part, it will ahead for an account, based no longer be subject to minion approved credit. AL mum fees. If folks intend to take RICHMOND Asbestos waste rates at this advantage of the new comlarge, central landfill will also rise, mercial waste facilities, they will need from $150 to $200 per tonne, with a to present the attendant with their minimum commercial charge of $200. Bill Account Code, driver’s name Cariboo Regional District (CRD) and signature. These will then be chair Al Richmond says the South recorded on a ticket along with the Cariboo Landfill Fees and Charges licence plate number, material type(s) Bylaw was adjusted to better reflect and tipping fees, with a copy given to the actual costs associated with dis- the driver. posing of materials in the landfill. A fees invoice will then follow He noted the new tipping fee schedule by mail to the account holder on a provides commercial waste producers monthly basis. a financial incentive to recycle more For more information, or for a new materials, such as tonnes of cardboard a tipping fee schedule, contact CRD that can be recycled for free. solid waste management supervisor On Jan. 6, the CRD sent out letters Tera Grady at 1-800-665-1636. Carole Rooney Free Press

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Starting in April, a new document featuring information about all recreation and leisure programs in the 100 Mile House area will be available to the public. The South Cariboo Active Living Guide is a joint project by Canlan Ice Sports and CaribooChilcotin Partners for Literacy. Non-profit groups and private businesses will be included in the guide, free of charge. Categories will be broken down into activities for pre-school students, children, youth, adults and seniors, with subcategories of sports, fitness, arts and culture, special events and health and wellness. The guide will list recreation and leisure information and contacts for community associations, facilities and service groups. “It’s a huge step

in our community,” says 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. “Most communities have active living guides or leisure guides. It’s a staple document that people are used to seeing.” Basically, the seasonal document – the first one is for May to August – is a listing of all the activities being offered in the area, what they cost and who to contact to get involved. “A lot of how we find out about activities is through word of mouth or through social media, but that doesn’t help people who are new [to town]. And it certainly doesn’t help people who are looking at our community and thinking about coming here.” Vance-Lundsbye can speak to that with some

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personal experience having moved to 100 Mile House a year ago. “The first thing I did was start to look up and see what activities there was to do. I thought there was nothing. I knew there was all the camping, fishing and outdoor activities here, but I did not realize we have all these sports groups.” And it’s another way for local clubs to get the word out about what’s going on, she adds. “It’s important these clubs are supported. It’s really hard for these small clubs to maintain their numbers, and they don’t have a lot of advertising dollars. This is the way to do it.”

She explains there are health benefits, too. “It’s easier for people to get active. I think there are so many small groups and maybe people who would be interested in joining, but they don’t know about it. Or they know about, but they don’t know who to call. So, this is going to help them.” Following a May to August (spring/ summer) edition, a September to April (fall/winter) one will be released. The guides will be available online and at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre. Va n c e - L u n d s b y e recalls having something like this in the town which she grew up. “We used to keep it in the drawer of our kitchen. When you were looking for something to get involved in you just flipped through it. You could read through and you could try something new.”

Community support appreciated The Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre wants to thank each and every donor, volunteer, partner and business for their generosity in 2013, says CFEC executive director Lisa De Paoli. “They helped to fill and distribute more CFEC Touch of Christmas hampers and cheer to children and families than ever before. More than 70 families felt the warmth of the Christmas season and wonderful kindness of the South Cariboo community through contributions to the Touch of Christmas campaign.” She notes CFEC staff and volunteers distributed large hampers, including food, gift certificates, new clothing, toys and gifts tailored to the needs of each individual family. “This year we distributed over three times the number of hampers

compared to our first the South Cariboo was year – demtouched by onstrating the either giving increasing numor receiving ber of families through the that are in need Touch of in the South Christmas, and Cariboo.” every gift was There are so precious and many people appreciated. Lisa and so many The South De PAoli businesses to Cariboo is truly thank, De Paoli says, fortunate to have such a adding it seems that caring community, the almost everyone in executive director says.

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Business community welcomes Lianne Heales Local chamber office managed by new executive director

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The South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) has a new executive director. Lianne Heales has joined the business group to take over its lead administrative position, and says she is “very happy” to do so. “I am excited to be in this role. It is an interesting job; there are a lot of different aspects to it and I’m learning more every day.” In particular, she is looking forward to bringing various components of the community together, including arts, culture, tourism, recreation and the business community. “I’m interested in all of them.” Heales has lived in 100 Mile House for 13 years, and has volunteered exten-

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Lianne Heales took on the role as the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce executive director in December. A local artist as well as an administrator, Heales says she hopes to help bring together the many strengths and talents in the community to meld with the business sector for optimum results.

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The Lac la Hache Community Church is sponsoring the community coffeehouse at the Lac la Hache Pioneer Centre on Jan. 25. Pastor Bruce Wilcox notes the last coffeehouse event, which was held in November, was very well attended and everyone was looking forward to the next one. He adds there are plans to hold a coffeehouse evening numerous times during 2014. Everyone is welcome to come enjoy a mix of entertainment, includ-

ing poetry reading, and a great evening of live music, including country, bluegrass, gospel, folk and much more. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with entertainment beginning at 7 p.m. and carrying on until 9 p.m. Admission is free. Coffee and snacks will be available by donation. Bingo underway Bingo has started up again at the Lac la Hache Community Hall. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with bingo beginning at 7. For more information and to volunteer, contact Barb Hansen at 250-396-7567 or Jeanette McCrea at 250395-3568. Public skating There is public skating every Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Rolf Zeis Memorial Arena on Timothy Lake Road in Lac la Hache.

sively during that time, from coaching youth sports and sitting on the boards to serving on both visual and performing arts councils. Her husband, Ken, teaches at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School, which their two children now attend, and over the years, have kept her involved in both sports and arts, she says. She currently paints and draws, but has dabbled in other art forms, and has a degree in graphic design/visual communications. “I’m really interested in [determining] how to bring those skills of mine into this job.” Her background as an administrator is an important business strength she brings to the role, she adds. Heales notes she originally came to the South Cariboo to

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specifically raise her children here. “I think it is an amazing community, and because of all [my volunteer experiences], I see that we’ve got a really good volunteer base – a really dedicated group of people who are always willing to give of themselves. “That’s really impressive and I think it’s something that you really see in a small town more so than anywhere else.” After joining as

SCCC staff just before Christmas, she is currently gearing up for its annual Awards of Excellence event and other activities and projects. “January is busy with memberships coming in all the time, and it’s a great way for me to meet the members.” The new executive director is also setting up a working relationship with the fledgling Interlakes Economic Association. “I hope to get out

there and just connect with our outlying areas a little bit more. We have a lot of home-based businesses and we have a lot of small businesses that are in the 100 Mile area, and I want to make sure we are connecting and working for everybody.” Heales can be contacted for membership and general information at 250-395-6124 or by e-mail to manager@ southcariboochamber. org.

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Kevin Pacaud enjoyed a frozen treat while working on factoring for his Foundations 11 math homework at the Youth Zone on Jan. 17. Listening to some tunes allowed him to concentrate despite the usual chatter of the after-school crowd.

“Let’s bring back some winter fun” suggests Shelly Durand, the Arts & Cultural Committee chair for the Interlakes Economic Association (IEA). “There are many of us old-timers who remember the craziness of Outhouse Races. It was a great time for families to get together and have some outdoor family fun.” Durand notes it will be perfect for the new BC Family Day long weekend on Feb. 8-10. Folks don’t need an iPad or Smartphone to participate in this new annual event, although if you were to Google “Outhouse Races,” she says they will quickly see there are many communities across North America that host similar events. “Some communities have trophies for themes and costumes, too. The imagination can be outrageously fun.” Durand says the first step is to visit the IEA website (www.inter lakesevents.ca) to get the rules for constructing the outhouse and to reg-

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Non–Surgical Face Lifting, Anti-Aging, Facial Rejuvenation With Acupuncture A question asked frequently is, “What is Facial Acupuncture?” It is an effective way to remove wrinkles, fine lines from the face. Acupuncture will also help to rejuvenate facial tissue by increasing circulation and by stimulating collagen production, resulting in a healthy, glowing complexion. Acupuncture is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 4,000 years. For centuries, the Chinese have known that beauty radiates from the inside out. If the internal body is nourished and the energy and blood are flowing smoothly the external body will reveal this radiance. Results are subtle, but noticeable. Look and feel terrific!

There are many benefits of facial acupuncture such as: • improves circulation and increases collagen production, • reduces fine lines and wrinkles, • tightens pores, • reduces or eliminates frown lines, • reduces puffy eyes, • reduces dark circles under eyes, • raises drooping eyelids, • lift sagging skin, • reduce double chin.

Acupuncture works by inserting sterile, fine, disposable needles into specific acupuncture points on the face, there is a rush of blood circulation to the specific areas. The skin becomes nourished, oxygenated and moisturized from

the inside out. The body produces more circulation, more collagen and this gives the skin more tightness

and elasticity, helping to reduce sagging skin, double chin, dark circles, wrinkles, etc. The International Journal of Acupuncture reported that among 300 cases treated with facial acupuncture, 98% had noticable positive effects with one course of

treatment. The effects included the skin becoming tighter and lifted the levelling of wrinkles,

improvements in skin tone and complexion, improvement of the elasticity and general rejuvenation of the skin. Twelve sessions of facial-acupuncture is the recommended protocol in order to achieve optimal results. Two treatments per

week over six weeks are most beneficial, or one treatment per week for twelve weeks can show the same results, although at a slower rate. Most patients feel and see benefits after their first session. Noticeable results are seen by the seventh visit. Results last 1-3 years with monthly maintenance. Please phone Rainer’s Health House at 250-791-5663 to get more information and prices or email Rainer at apm_canada@shaw.ca. For the past 18 years, Rainer Meyer has been an acupuncturist trained by Dr. Adam, Indonesian College of Oriental Medicine, Jakarta. Article provided by Rainer Meyer of Rainer’s Health House.

Slow and Steady Helps Lift the Spirits for Better Health Our form of Tai Chi is about slow, gentle turning and stretching, specifically designed to improve health. The Beginner level helps the student develop body awareness and a healthy physical posture, promotes muscular relaxation, body alignment, coordination, and balance. Beginners also learn the benefits of practicing together as a group, working at their own level of physical ability, trusting the group for guidance, and having fun. Taoist Tai Chi is a self-regulated form of exercise that lends itself to the needs of all participants.

FLK Taoist Tai Chi is a non-profit registered charity offering classes in 26 countries. All instructors are accredited and volunteers, who teach as a way of giving back for the benefits they have received. New Beginner classes are starting. See our ad for details. Article provided by Gloria Hislop, Taoist Tai Chi

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Wednesday, January 22, 2014 100 Mile Free Press

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By Melody Newcombe Learn something new on Reach a Reader Day and support literacy by giving a donation to the Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy (CCPL) volunteers for a copy of the 100 Mile House Free Press on Jan. 29. All across Canada between Jan. 26 and Feb. 1, Canadians will be celebrating Family Literacy Week. On Jan. 26, set a new learning goal, and check out the 100 Mile House Library for different events held there throughout the year. On Jan. 27, Family Literacy Day celebrates 16 years of encouraging families, friends and communities to learn together. On Family Literacy Day, take 15 minutes to learn something new and have fun. Learning should always be fun. Everyday, we have an opportunity to learn something new with our families. Try a games day, make a new recipe, or read a book with your children and create great memories. Celebrate Family Literacy Week in 100 Mile House with the CCPL’s annual Reach a Reader Day event on Jan. 29. Volunteers will be out early in the morning selling the Free Press newspaper by donation at Tim Hortons, Cariboo Mall, the 100 Mile District General

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Chris Nickless took this photograph of his grandson, Jasper De Groot, flipping through a MAD Magazine. This photo was submitted to the Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy’s Photo Literacy Contest. See pages B12 and B13 for more stories

Hospital, District office, Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre and several businesses along Birch Avenue.

The CCPL holds this event to raise awareness about literacy issues and to have fun while fundraising for its free

programs. All the funds raised go into programs, such as Partner Assisted Learning, Financial Literacy, Books for Babies, the Bright Red Bookshelf, and so much more. The Free Press donates all the papers in support of the CCPL. On Feb. 2, Welcome BC and the CCPL wrap up Family Literacy Week by presenting a free Family Fun Day concert at 100 Mile House Junior Secondary gym from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. It includes a concert by Juno Award winner Norman Foote, starting at 10:30 a.m. If you would like to learn more about the CCPL, please contact this writer. Melody Newcombe is the CCPL’s operations support worker and she can be reached at 250-945-4199.

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My favourite author Kimberly Vance-Lundsbye I read every night before I go to bed and that adds up to a lot of books in a year. It is difficult to choose just one book, so instead I would like to recommend an author. For all the women out there who need a laugh at the end of the day, check out Laurie Notaro. I keep all eight of her books on the shelf and read Kimberly Vancethrough them all at least once a year. Pick up one of her Lundsbye books when you want a light read for a vacation or something to read in the bath. Notaro’s humorous musings on the quirky events that happen in her dayto-day life in Portland are sure to make you laugh out loud. Kimberly Vance-Lundsbye is the Cariboo-Chilcotin Partners for Literacy Welcoming Communities co-ordinator, and she urges folks to support the CCPL by making a donation for a Free Press during Reach a Reader Day on Jan. 29.

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CELEBRATING FAMILY LITERACY WEEK Plus stories on:

• New reader survey • Bantams finish fourth in McBride •Dealing with flu symptoms • Midget Reps step up in competition

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On January 29th, please support Reach-A-Reader Day by purchasing the 100 Mile Free Press from volunteers at the following locations: Tim Hortons, District Office, Save-On-Foods, Safeway, 100 Mile District Hospital and various doctor’s offices.

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I can hardly believe it is Jan. 22 with these amazingly warm, sunny days we have been having. It has certainly performed a great disappearing act to the mounds of snow that we all still have. The crazy weather has also been producing some very treacherous icy spots to watch out for when walking, so be very cautious when out and about. Speaking of out and about, students at Horse Lake Elementary School have been taking advantage of these nice days and getting outside for as long as their lunch break will allow. Students are getting some nice, fresh air while playing on slides, swings and toboggan hills, and soaking up the sun’s rays. Gifts to the world The Grade 6 class at Horse Lake Elementary School has been busy with its Global Citizen curriculum, making their “gifts to the world” where they were challenged to come up with ideas on how to give back to the world and

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Grade 6 students Tyler Ford and his helpers Sienna Parent, middle, and Micaela Rogers were pleased to be sold out of gingerbread cookies for their Global Citizen’s fundraising project at Horse Lake Elementary School. They had this one lonely cookie left, but it was spoken for during the lunch-hour sale.

their communities. Some of the global gift ideas students came up with were the gift of music, books and literacy, sport coaching, environmental responsibility, animal overpopulation awareness, and many others. Hopefully, these enterprising and thoughtful students will not only use their great ideas just for their school project, but keep them as priorities as they move forward in their lives. In support of the Global Citizen curriculum, the Grade 6 students have also been holding various fundraising events and proceeds have been donated to a local char-

ity. Tyler Ford’s idea was to sell gingerbread cookies. Shortly after the lunch break had started, they were all but sold out except for one lonely, little gingerbread man that was waiting to be picked up and was on hold for some lucky person. Good job to Tyler and his support workers. Family fun night The annual family fun night for the students will be held at Horse Lake Elementary School on Feb. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. Parent volunteers are needed for various duties to make this event a success. Please

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New Year’s vandals Lone Butte Historical Association members were frustrated to find that on New Year’s Eve vandals senselessly took a can of spray paint to the local area map located at the Lone Butte Water Tower Park and rest station. A local guide for tourists for more than 20 years, it has always been a great resource for travellers looking to enjoy many local lakes, and will now have to be repaired. If anyone has any information on this crime, please contact the 100 Mile House

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FAST bytes COACHING CHANGE 100 Mile House Wranglers president Tom Bachynski recently announced coach/ general manager Doug Rogers will not be returning as head coach of the Junior B hockey club next season. He will finish the season behind the bench and plans to stay on next year as general manager. Rogers is returning to Prince George to resume a career with the RCMP. “We loved what he did building the team,” Bachynski says. “It’s business as usual until the end of the season.” Gaven Crites photo

100 Mile House curlers Kelly Powell, left, Dick Minato, middle, and Ellis Jowsey swept hard at the 100 Mile Curling Club in the first game of the 55th Annual Men’s Bonspiel on Jan. 17.

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Seventeen teams hit the sheets at the 100 Mile Curling Club last weekend for the local club’s 55th Annual Men’s Bonspiel. It was an outstanding turnout, says organizer Joanne Doddridge. “It’s a couple more [teams] than we had last year. For a small, volunteer-run club like ours, that’s tremendous.” Seven local rinks competed in the Jan. 17-19 event, where jackets and a dozen cash prizes were up for grabs. Other teams included two from Squamish, one from Clinton, three from Williams Lake, two from Quesnel, one from Prince George and one from Forest Grove. The McNeil & Sons Logging Ltd. A event winners were Ron Bisaro (skip), Bill Garrett (third), Dave Whitwell (second) and Ian Lanki (lead) from Williams Lake. Second place in A event was a team from 100 Mile House, including Ed Ney (skip), Lorne Folk (third) Cameron Bird (second) and Bill Pratt (lead). First in the Kal Tire B event was a team from Prince George – Bill Lim (skip), Owen

Matheson (third), Don Martin (second) and Rick Mintz (lead). A team from Clinton won the Williams Lake and District Credit Union C event. That team included Tom Dall (skip), Wayne Marchant (third), Rolly Higginbottom (second) and Jim Rivett (lead). “It was a really great bonspiel,” says Doddridge. “In 100 Mile, we’re known to host really good men’s and ladies’ bonspiels. We do every year.” She adds the local club sanded its rocks ahead of this one. It allows them to have more curl, she explains. “The ice conditions were really good. We heard from the curlers this weekend the bonspiel was very impressive.” Next up for the 100 Mile Curling Club are the Men’s Master’s Northern Playdowns for curlers 60 and over on Feb. 8-9, and an annual ladies’ bonspiel on March 14-16. Doddridge adds the club is always looking Local skip Ken Moore indicated where he wanted the rock to stop during the opening game of the 55th Annual Men’s to attract more players of all skill levels. “We’re happy to help people try curling.” Bonspiel in 100 Mile House on Jan. 17.

SLED RIDE SLATED The 100 Mile Snowmobile Club has a ride scheduled for Jan. 26, which starts at the 108 Mile Heritage Site. The group is meeting at 9 a.m., leaving at 10 a.m., and riding to Timothy Mountain Ski Area near Lac la Hache for lunch. The ride is open to members and nonmembers. For further information call 250791-6322. If it’s -15 C or colder the ride is cancelled.

snowshoe trail The 100 Mile Nordic Ski Society has a dedicated snowshoe trail at the 99 Mile ski area. A trail pass for the day is $2 and rentals are $10 a day, which includes a trail pass. Snowshoes can be rented from day lodge attendant Cam Robb at the lodge. The trail is marked and it winds through spectacular fir forests, but because the trail intersects cross-country ski trails at various spots, the trail is not dog friendly.

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They were tied for Free Press second place with Prince George, which A team of local blind they met on Jan. 11 and curlers representing lost 12-2. 100 Mile House fin“We did not play ished in third place at well,” Fry says of the a provincial bonspiel Prince George match. in Vancouver on Jan. “Sometimes one or 10-11. two of us don’t throw 100 Mile House well. But this time, that went 1-2 at the West game, we were all not Coast Blind Curling playing our best.” Association (WCBCA) Next up for the 100 2014 Provincial Mile curlers Playdowns, is a national after winning competition in the event last Ottawa on Feb. year. 1, which they Local players qualified for last include Katelyn year. Vanderburgh, “We will be Marilyn Vinson, known as Team Lori Kathy Sanness, BC going to Fry Lori Fry, Jim Ottawa,” Fry Vinson and Joey Seiler, says, adding it’s a step a sighted guide. up in competition, and The group started “a whole new environagainst Kelowna the ment” to adapt to. morning of Jan. 10 and “We’re used to only lost 9-5. (playing on) three Kelowna went on sheets of ice. We see to win all three of its so much with our ears, games and the provin- sound is crucial. When cial title. you go into a larger “They brought out centre that has eight or their top guns and they 10 or 12 sheets of ice, played well,” says Fry. and they’re all going, “I think we did too. it totally affects your That was a good game.” game.” Later that afterThe curling team has noon, 100 Mile House come and gone a long beat Vancouver 9-3. way since getting into Gaven Crites

Victory after four losses to Williams Lake

For the first time this season, the Bridge Lake Electric Atom Development team won a game against the Williams Lake Atom Development squad. After four losses – two in October and two in December – Bridge Lake Electric won 7-5 in front of an appreciative hometown crowd on Jan. 12. The Milers were down 2-1 after the first period, with 100 Mile House goal scored by Shayne Sutton. It was her first goal of the season and there was a lot of excitement on the ice and in the stands. However, the second period belonged to the Milers with four goals scored by Kyle Sanford, Robert Waldner, Aidan

Moore and Kyson Hopson. Bridge Lake Electric went into the third period with a 5-4 lead. In the third period, the Milers focused on defence, but still managed to score two goals: a second one by Sutton and a second one by Waldner for the 7-5 final. “Managers, coaches, parents and many grandparents were very happy and pleased with the hard work of the players,” says team spokesperson Denise Waldner. “It was very nice to see that after hard practices and intense coaching, the results are showing. Congratulations to the team and all the volunteers who worked so hard for this success.”

the sport as a recreational pastime. They’re now into their fourth season of competition. After Ottawa, they’re heading to Edmonton in March for the Western Blind Curling Association (WBCA) Championships. “The team has been to Kelowna, Prince George, Regina, Winnipeg, Vancouver, and now Edmonton and Ottawa. That’s a lot

of getting around in a short while.” The rules for national competitions are a bit different regarding the pace of the game, who can sweep and the person throwing the lead rocks has to be totally blind. 100 Mile House is borrowing a couple players for the Feb. 1 tournament. Joining M. Vinson, J. Vinson and Fry are Bill Mah (lead)

from Kelowna and Rob Camozzi (sweeper) from Vancouver, as well as Sharon and Nick Goshorn, currently living in Kamloops and formerly from 100 Mile, who will be assisting the team as coach and sighted guide on the ice. Adds Fry: “I guess it’s another new challenge and we’re going to try and rise to the occasion.”

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We encourage all members to attend. 100 Mile House & District Minor Hockey Schedule for Jan. 22 – Jan. 29, 2014

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Thursday, Jan. 23 6:15 a.m.-7:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Ford 6:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Primal Electric (P) 8 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

ATOM DEVELOPMENT – Sponsored by Bridge Lake Electric Milers (P) ATOM HOUSE - Sponsored by Sunrise & 100 Mile Free Press (P) PEEWEE REP MILERS – Sponsored by MIDGET REP MILERS – Sponsored by Mayvin Plumbing & Heating (P)

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Tough losses at home for playoff-bound Wranglers

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It might be a different-looking lineup come Jan. 24 when the 100 Mile House Wranglers host the Osoyoos Coyotes at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre. The local Junior B hockey club has a number of injuries following tough losses last weekend – 5-4 to Sicamous in double-overtime on Jan. 17, and 3-2 to the Fernie Ghostriders on Jan. 18. Defenceman Jayden Syrota and forwards Michael Lynch, Matt Gaven Crites photo Longhurst and Kevin 100 Mile House Wranglers forward Kevin Raimundo banged home a goal, while forward Donovan Raimundo are currently Law, who assisted on the play, ran into the post during the second period of a 5-4 loss to the Sicamous day-to-day with inju- Eagles at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre on Jan. 18. ries, while Jordan Low and Donovan Law have “We knew we had to es, in that every game Puck management Kamloops (33-7-0-2) been called up to the address our goaltending I have coached dur- was a problem against leads the division with Prince George Spruce and scoring,” explains ing my three years in Fernie, Rogers says. 67 points. Revelstoke Kings, a Junior A Rogers. “With the the [Kootenay “We need to realize (7-30-0-3) is last with team, and it’s unknown addition of Viberg and International Junior that as we get closer 17 points. if they’ll be in the now Doherty, we have Hockey League] has to playoffs and into The Wranglers Wranglers’ lineup this addressed both those had better officiating playoffs, mistakes with clinched a playoff spot weekend. needs. than was displayed on the puck are magni- last weekend. Coach/general man“Both are eligible to Friday night. fied as they can change “There will be some ager Doug Rogers says return next year. This “This is simply an playoff positioning, and frustrating nights ... with six regular skat- further displays the acknowledgement and once in playoffs, can but it is important for ers potentially out, Wranglers’ commit- recognition of good change an entire series. us to realize where we they may have to rely ment to not only this league officiating in the Again, we are extremely have come as a group on affiliated players. year, but making sure past.” young, with little expe- and clinching a playoff After hosting Osoyoos, the future is solid movHe adds Sicamous rience, so we will need spot with about 20 per the Wranglers travel ing forward.” is a “solid” and “well- to continue to learn as cent of the season left to meet division-rival On Jan. 17, Sicamous coached” team. we go.” to play is something to Sicamous Eagles on Jan. tied the game 4-4 with “It is difficult enough Low scored in the first be proud of, especially 25. under a minute to play. to beat a strong oppo- period and Santerno in a team’s first year and The Wranglers made The teams went 3-on- nent without having to scored in the third for starting from scratch,” their final roster moves 3 in double overtime, compete against other the Wranglers. Lynch, Rogers concludes. of the season recently. where Rogers says “any- factors in the game.” Bradley Williams, Low New additions include thing can happen.” Tyson Levesque, and van de Wetering Rollin’ Out goaltender Magnus What looked to be a Raimundo, Lane van earned assists. the Savings during our Viberg, 18, and for- goal for the Wranglers de Wetering and Luke Stead stopped 28 of ward Shane Doherty, was disallowed early in Santerno scored goals 31. ANNUAL 18, both of Calgary. the game. Rogers, put- for 100 Mile House, With 43 points, the SALE Viberg played 17 games ting a positive spin on with assists by Low, Wranglers (19-18-0-5) with the Creston Valley things, is tongue-in- Raimundo, Santerno, are second place in the Watch here for details or check out our website Thundercats this sea- cheek when discussing Law (3), van de Doug Birks Division, NOW for Sale Day Specials www.leescustomfloors.com son, while Doherty the officials. Wetering and Kenny ahead of the Chase Heat played 11 games with “I will simply be Nordstrom. Kristian (19-19-0-2) at 40 points Custom Floors the Columbia Valley complimentary of past Stead made 37 saves on and Sicamous (17-21160 Horse Lake Rd., 100 Mile House y 250-395-3551 [ Rockies. officiating performanc- 42 shots. 0-2) with 36 points.

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A woman born and raised in 100 Mile House is hoping to travel to Nicaragua with an eye care team. Kyrstie McIntosh says she is fundraising to enable her to travel to the country in Central America for the last week of March with a team of 10 student volunteers and two optometrists. Once there, the group will set up and operate a mobile clinic

to perform eye exams Pacific University’s for underprivileged College of Optometry people, she explains, in Oregon. moving on to a differIn furthering her ent Nicaraguan progress toward location every gaining a bachday. elor degree In a single in optomweek, they etry, McIntosh will likely see returned to the upwards of South Cariboo 1,000 patients during the with vision summers to Kyrstie impairment or McIntosh work with eye problems, and job shadMcIntosh adds. ow Dr. Neil She grew up at VanderHorst at 100 Mahood Lake, where Mile Vision Care. her family still resides, She also volunteered and currently attends locally with the 100

Mile Lions in their Lions Canada Eyeglass Recycle program, repairing and adjusting the donated spectacles to be shipped to thirdworld countries. McIntosh would also be able to complete the “recycling circle” by bringing and distributing the Lions Club eyeglasses she repaired herself. “It’s really great, especially now that I’m getting to see the glasses go the entire way – from the community donating them, to getting them sorted and verified, and then taking

them with me. “But, I’m also getting to put into practice the skills I am learning in school.” Anyone interested in making a donation to help McIntosh raise the approximately $1,000 she needs to travel to Nicaragua may drop it off at 100 Mile Vision Care, 122-475 Birch Ave. “I’m just hoping to raise a bit of money to help cover the cost to travel over there and come back because, it does get kind of expensive to pay for school and then pay for this.”

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Obituaries JOHNSON Lisa

On January 5, 2014, Lisa Johnson passed away in New Hampshire, at the age of 36. Lisa was born in 100 Mile House on September 23, 1977. After graduating high school, Lisa moved to New York where she had a successful modeling career. She spent most of her adult life in New York, but recently resided between Florida and New Hampshire sharing her life with Sky Lucas. No matter where she lived, people were touched by Lisa’s beauty, generosity, effervescence and love. She will be missed by all who loved her. Lisa is survived by: her loving parents: mother Lorna Todd, father John Johnson (Bonnie); grandma Opal Todd, brothers: Brad Johnson (Holly), Steve Johnson, James Lawes; nephews and nieces: Tristan, Mason, Adrianna, and Claire Johnson, and many other close family and friends. A ‘Celebration of Life’ will be held on Saturday January 25, 2014 at 2:30 p.m. at the Martin Exeter Hall. Reception to follow.

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Feb. 22 1934 - Jan 14, 2014

Norm always had a good word for everyone and was the first to help when needed. As one dear friend said, “There will be a hole in our community and in our family.” Norm was well loved and will be sadly missed by his loving wife Sharen, who was his true friend of 59 years; his children: Lorrie (Victor), Dianna (Martin), and David (Kathy); his grandchildren: Yvonne (Laith), Catherine (Anton), Steven, Kyle, Joel, and Luke and his greatgrandchildren: Nathaniel, Daimon, Isaac, Nicolas and Elizabeth Diane. Our many thanks to all our family, friends and neighbours, who have been so supportive. In lieu of flowers, Norm’s favourite charities were the Cancer Society and the SPCA. 100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd. entrusted with the arrangements. 250-395-3243 Condolences can be sent to the family care of 100milefuneralservice@gmail.com

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Patrick was born in Galway, Ireland and started working at the age of 10. He worked as a cook and a bartender as well as attending school. Patrick became an executive chef working in many parts of the world and arrived in Canada in 1972. He is survived by his long-time companion Brenda McNabb (108 Mile Ranch), his three children: Brendan (Kelowna), Jennifer (Vancouver), and Devan (Kelowna); his two sisters: Mary (Bright’s Grove, Ontario) and Anne (Galway) as well as his two brothers: Martin (Australia) and Noel (Galway). Patrick will be sadly missed by the friends and coworkers that he made during his career and travels. His love for Brenda, his children and family members was very apparent in the way he acted and spoke of them. Patrick will remain forever in our hearts. 100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd. entrusted with the arrangements. 250-395-3243 Condolences can be sent to the family care of 100milefuneralservice@gmail.com

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Non-profits and charities have a new way to raise money for causes that benefit society, as the B.C. Liberal government relaxes the rules around auctioning liquor. Following through on an earlier commitment, the province is allowing privately-donated liquor, such as a vintage bottle of wine or a rare bottle of scotch from an individual’s private collection, as well as liquor donated by a business or manufacturer, to be put up for auction – as long as the funds raised go towards a charitable purpose. Now, small volumes of liquor – up to two cases of wine, eight 750ml bottles of liquor,

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In 2013, close to 150 entrants took part in the Cariboo Marathon, a premier cross-country skiing race open to multiple skill levels in 100 Mile House.

Trails ‘beautiful’ for Cariboo Marathon Organizers looking for volunteers with snowmobiles to man cabin, checkpoint

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ariboo Marathon committee chair Nicola Maughn says the Feb. 8 race is “on track.” Snow conditions are good and preparations are going well for the popular cross-country skiing event at 99 Mile Ski Trails in 100 Mile House. However, organizers are looking for volunteers with snowmobiles to man an important checkpoint. “It’s called the Beanstalk Cabin. The people with sleds are the people we need. We have no way of getting them out to the cabin. “We need them to snowmobile out to the cabin in the morning and set up. At that cabin, they serve Gatorade to the skiers going by and check bib numbers to make sure everybody passes all the checkpoints.” “We probably need three people with sleds and three volunteers to go along behind them.” Anyone interested can contact Maughn at 250-791-6331. Last year, the race attracted 150 entrants. The event sees a variety of categories for ages and distances – full marathon (50 kilo-

metres), mini marathon (30 km), juniors (20 km), recreational (20 km and 10 km), rabbits (10 km and five km). People can register on line at zone4.ca by midnight on Feb. 6 or in person on Feb. 7 between 3 and 8 p.m. at the Nordic’s Lodge. There is no registration on race day. “Traditionally, people register shortly before the race. They want to know what the weather conditions are going to be like... We already have inquiries from the Coast, from Logan Lake, Williams Lake – lots of people will come.” Maughn says the race is fun for the whole family. “It’s challenging enough for racers, but easy for recreational skiers. It will be a good route, well-tracked and well-marked. “You can ski with your child if you want to. But it’s challenging enough if you’re an individual and you want to race and go for it.” Organizers have set up a work bee for Feb. 1 at 10 a.m. for some final tasks, such as setting up the stadium, the boards, the snow-fencing and marking the track. “If anyone would like to volunteer to help move some equipment around that would be fine. They don’t need anything special except warm clothes and boots and gloves.”

Maughn talks about the long history of the race and some of the different routes it took over the years. It has been cancelled in the past when conditions weren’t right – in 2012 when there wasn’t enough snow. Now, skiing is perfect, she says.

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Dear Canimites, In the midst of steady snows, and some rain, the New Year clocked in on a clear starry night with mild temperatures. Folks at Hawkins Lake celebrated with fireworks, while some Canimites enjoyed bonfires and the company of neighbours. People pointed out the three stars of Orion’s belt, and to the right of them, the solitary red star, angry glowing eye of Taurus the Bull. The brilliant object above and to the left of Orion is Jupiter, currently brighter than any star. Mahood Lake news The folks out Mahood way have received heavy snows, especially between Red Creek and Mahood Lake. The plow truck has had difficulty pushing it all back, and as the snow banks encroach on their road and it narrows, driving has become much more interest-

ing. They’re hoping the grader shows up soon. To add a bit of spice to it all, logs are coming out of the Bowers Lake from 8000 Road onto the South Canim Road. The Mahood Falls Community Society has set the annual Snow Picnic for Feb. 14 at the park. Hawkins Lake news The annual Pine Beetle Bonspeedle went off in grand style on New Year’s Day, the ice being in good form, and a large crowd making up the two teams. The old beetle-killed pine rocks were retired this year, replaced by the new Mark II ‘stones’ made by Ross Bennet – laminated Cariboo pine, birch and fir with a bit of maple thrown in for luck, lathe-turned to regulation dimensions. He made 21 of them, which his wife, Donna, finished beautifully – 10 reds, 10 yellows and one spare. At half time and after the game, the crowd gathered at the fire and the outdoor wood stove at Ross and Donna’s place to sample the goodies that everyone contributed. Ross Bacon has donated a set of chains for the front wheels of the big yellow fire truck.

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Tim and Maureen Wasilieff admired the new curling “stones” made by Ross Bennet for the Hawkins Lake Pine Beetle Bonspeedle, which took place on New Year’s Day.

Firefighting news Don Hewitt of Hall #2 and Matt Wiesendahl of Hall #1 have been promoted to captains, and Aron Zablotny and Michael Gent appointed lieutenants. A lot of extra training goes into preparing for these command positions. We owe these men a debt of thanks for the responsibility they have voluntarily shouldered for our community. New first responders are being sought. If you are interested in taking some training in medical first response, contact Sheila Hart at 250-397-2645 or Margo Wagner at Continued on B11

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Parkside Art Gallery gets makeover Gaven Crites Free Press

“This has been a long time coming,” says Veronica Forcier. The Parkside Art Gallery shop manager is talking about new renovations there. The main showroom, shop and side galleries have all been painted, new slat board has been put up and mirrors blocking large windows were taken down in the gallery. About half a dozen Parkside board members and volunteers started the renovations upstairs at 401 Cedar Ave. in 100 Mile House on Jan. 14. “It’s a big job. I was amazed at how much they got done.”

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Gift shop manager Veronica Forcier discussed the recent renovations at Parkside Art Gallery in 100 Mile House and looked ahead to the gallery’s season opening, which is planned to happen in February.

Along with the fresh look, new gallery director Tom Godin says they have some fresh ideas this year.

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artists to paint to this year. The themes include Cariboo water, ancestors, painting a poem and galloping through the Cariboo. “We’re trying to get back to working with the artists, trying to be more spontaneous. Maybe we’ll have more displays that don’t all come down at once. “It’s kind of been like – bring a show in, take a show out. And it’s all empty. We’re trying to keep it a little more organic.” 108 Mile Ranch artist Michelle Brown is slated to have a show starting in February that runs into March. In March or April, Godin says the plan is to mount a show that

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committee would ask that, as a courtesy, riders maintain an even speed and refrain from hard acceleration. Given the heavy cost of fuel consumed in maintaining trails, ISC would appreciate it if users could make cash donations towards it; contact Dave at 250593-0299. Spokesperson Jeanne McCartney also noted the ISC will not be grooming trails around Sheridan Lake. International dinner At the Bridge Lake Community Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (BLCS) International Gourmet Dinner and Silent Auction on Jan. 30, residents will find some amazing silent

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Cariboo Presbyterian Church, will be holding their annual Fundraising Luncheon at Interlakes Hall on March 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests can enjoy a bowl of one or more of four different homemade soups and fruit crumble with ice-cream There is no set admission charge, but donations will be gratefully accepted. Time to register Kindergarten registration for September 2014 is now open at Bridge Lake School.

Parents must provide proof their children will be five years of age by Dec. 31, 2014. AGMs scheduled Roe Lake & District Recreation Commission (RLDRC) and its offspring, Interlakes Community Association (ICA), will hold their annual general meetings (AGM) at Interlakes Hall on Feb. 5. The first, for RLDRC, will commence at 7 p.m., with ICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s following at 7:30 p.m. Continued on B11

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â&#x20AC;˘ Jan 22 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Eclectica Community Choir will be holding registrations for this season (January-May) at the 100 Mile United Church (49 Dogwood Ave.) at 6:30 p.m. Everyone and all ages are welcome to join. Weekly rehearsals are Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at church. For more information, call Barbara at 250-3972980 or e-mail jbhooper@xplornet.ca. â&#x20AC;˘ Jan 28 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The South Cariboo Sustainability Society is kicking of its winter film series with the first of four films, Switch, a movie exploring the switch from fossil energy to renewable energy. It will be shown at the Community Employment Centre, 808 Alpine Ave. in 100 Mile House, starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free and open to all. For more information, go to the SCSS website southcariboosustainability.com, or phone Peter Jarvis at 250-791-7284. â&#x20AC;˘ Jan. 28 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cariboo Christian Life Fellowship (CCLF) in 108 Mile Ranch is hosting comedian Leland Klassen and The Panic Squad, an improv acting troupe. Tickets are $15 each or $49 for a family. For more information, contact the CCLF office at 250-791-5532. â&#x20AC;˘ Until Jan. 31 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 108 Mile Ranch resident Michelle Brown is presenting her acrylic paintings, featuring landscapes, flower gardens, sunsets, winter scenes, a lighthouse, rocks, hikers on Whistler Mountain and a vineyard in West Kelowna, at Showcase Gallery. The gallery is located inside the South Cariboo Business Centre at 475 Birch Ave. in 100 Mile House. â&#x20AC;˘ Feb. 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Welcome BC and the CaribooChilcotin Partners for Literacy are presenting a free family concert â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Family Fest â&#x20AC;&#x201C; featuring Canadian Juno Award winner Norman Foote and his Always Be Yourself Tour at the 100 Mile House Junior secondary gym, starting at 10:30 a.m. Doors open at 10 a.m., and Family Fest ends at 1:30. After the show, folks can celebrate the diversity of our community by creating a collaborative art piece, or win a book during the Big Book Walk. The Hun City Hunnies are providing a healthy lunch (by donation).

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

100 MILE q The South Cariboo Genealogy Group (researching family history) has someone available Thursdays from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at the 100 Mile House Library. Assistance is offered to people researching ancestry. For more information, contact Millie at 250395-2079. 100 MILE q The SPCA volunteer meetings will continue to be held in the Pioneer Room at the Creekside Seniors Activity Centre on the first Sunday of each month at 11 a.m.

100 MILE q The 100 Mile House Branch Library is hosting a class on how to download library e-books on Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon. The class will explain how to download e-books from the British Columbia Libraries catalogue, as well as the steps on how to download the software, activate and sign out e-books. People can bring their laptops and e-readers, but it is not a requirement. For more information, call 250-395-2332 or e-mail ohmlib@cariboord.bc.ca. 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 250-395-2708, or Sylvia Peniuk at the 100 Mile House & District Women’s Centre at 250-395-4093. 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. 100 MILE q Prenatal/infant parent information sessions and lunch

100 MILE q The 100 Mile and District Stamp Club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, 1-2:30 p.m., in the 100 Mile House Branch Library meeting room. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experts. For more information, call Glenna at 250-395-3661. 100 MILE q The Caribou Brain Injury Society meets monthly, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Health Centre beside 100 Mile District General Hospital. For information, phone 250-392-7772, e-mail wlcbis@ gmail.com or check out the website at www.wlcbis.com. Graham Adams photo

Graham Adams and his family on Ridgeview Estate at the 108 Mile Ranch had an unusual visitor for New Year’s Day treats, as this young buck just walked up and rapped on the front door.

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 Mill Site/Fischer Place Auxiliary meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month

at 10:30 a.m. in the boardroom at Mill Site. Call Shelly at 250-7919277 for more information.

100 MILE q The 100 Mile District General Hospital Auxiliary meets the first Wednesday of each month in the hospital’s multipurpose room at 1 p.m. The Gift Shop in the lobby is open Monday through

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Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., but is closed for lunch noon-1 p.m. For more information about the auxiliary or the gift shop, call Ruth at 250-395-1163 or e-mail w.i._Ruth@telus.net. 100 MILE q The Cariboo Artists’ Guild meets the first Tuesday of each month, downstairs at Parkside Art Gallery, beginning at noon. We are an informal group of aspiring and accomplished artists who exchange ideas and promote art. For more information, call Sharon at 250706-0111 or Kathy at 250-3953725, or go to www.gobc.ca/ caribooartistsguild. 100 MILE q The La Leche League (breastfeeding support group) meets the first Thursday of the month at the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre at 10 a.m. There is no charge. For more information, call Kristi at 250396-7403, or Kris at 250-945-4668. LAC LA HACHE q Lac la Hache Pioneer Centre (OAPO #176) has a meeting the first Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m.; you must be 40+ years to be a member and there’s a $12 annual activity fee. Activities open to all: Monday: Square and round dancing at 1:30 p.m. Thursday: TOPS at 8:30 a.m. Friday: mixed pool and cards at 1 p.m. Every fourth Sunday is bluegrass jam sessions at 1 p.m., call Cal at 250-396-4989. For more information, contact Wendy at 250-706-9937 or Frances at 250-396-4169.

HORSE LAKE q StrongStart at Horse Lake Elementary School on Tuesdays 9 a.m.-noon, and on Wednesdays – dinner special, 4-7 p.m. Free, drop in and play. All families with children up to age five welcome. For information, call Kristina at 250-791-9294, or the school at 250-395-4572.

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Visiting their aunt Melonie Eva at the 108 Mile Ranch, Clinton, 18, and Nico Ras, 19, built these snowmen with cousins Sylvi, 16, and Peter Peterson, 12, recently. Clinton and Nico were visiting from South Africa.

Gary Carlson helped Vanessa Cybulski get into her equipment during a beginner cross-country ski clinic at the 99 Mile Ski Trails in 100 Mile House recently.

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On Jan. 11, Rob Williams of Green Lake, who owns Truck West Auto Body in Langley, bought a Bombardier Bombi. Then he made a very generous offer to the Green Lake Snowmobile Club (GLSC). Williams loaned the club this machine for its trail maintenance and grooming chores at no cost. For years, the club has needed a reliable machine to help groom the numerous kilometres of the surrounding trail systems. Heartfelt appreciation goes out to him for his kindness. Sunday rides Frank Dixon or Art Groves will take out groups of people on their snowmobiles for day trips to different parts of the Cariboo. They leave from the clubhouse every Sunday at 10 a.m. weather permitting. If it is not too warm or too cold, the rides will happen. Last weekend, a hint of spring was in the air early. The weather could change, so make sure you take advantage of these great rides while you can. Bring a lunch as they start a fire at their destination and tell stories before they head back for home. For more information, call Frank

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at 250-456-7529, or Art at 250-456-2112. Winterfest 2014 The GLSC will be having an Open House Family Fun Day and Poker Ride on Feb. 9 on BC Family Day long weekend. There will be a concession and first sleds will leave the clubhouse out at 10:30 a.m. Make sure you bring your whole family, as there

are a lot of things to do. Seed sales The GLSC is starting to sell seeds and plants to raise money for the cost of keeping the trails groomed. There are some great deals for your veg-

gie and flower gardens and this writer will help you with some of your questions on what grows great in the area. Fundraising kits are available. Call Gail Potter at 250-644-4242 for more information.

Information wanted Winter is a slow time of year and there are many people busy doing crafts in their homes or having various club meetings. Please call me and I will come to cover these events for you and encourage more people to join in the fun. If there is a special anniversary happening in your family, an important birthday celebration, or a great winter story, I would love to hear about it.

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2014 Infiniti Q50 challenges the old order Infiniti has had a bit of an identity crisis over the past year with a wholesale change in the way it names its products. Gone is the JX crossover, it’s called the QX60 now and the G 37 sedan has been replaced with the Q50 sedan. Q signifies for cars and QX for crossovers or SUVs. The outgoing G37 was already a very worthy on-road performer but a bit too simplistic in the inside. Now, Infiniti has taken things up a notch with the Q50, adding a dynamic look, sumptuous interior and class leading technology. Looks It could be argued that the current BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class are a bit conservative, while this Q50 and the major competitor, Lexus IS, are much edgier. This is especially true with the front grille. The rest of the Q50 is nicely sculpted, with flowing lines and an almost elegant rear end. Sold as a base model, sport trim, all wheel drive (AWD), premium, and even a hybrid, there is a broad market for this sedan. Starting at $37,500 and ramping up to the AWD sport model at $49,950, there is a substantial discount with the Q50 when you compare it to a similarly equipped BMW. The base model comes with 17-inch wheels but most of the higher trim levels are equipped with 19-inch wheels. The car seen here is the AWD premium model starting at $43,400. Inside The Q50 centre console is very attractive with two screens placed for radio functions and the second for the

navigation ($1,400 option) opt for the AWD model, and backup camera. The which is a good choice way the lower screen is due to the higher level incorporated is first rate; of interior amenities. it looks like a high quality In addition, the Q50 is iPad that sits flush with the first car to have a the dash, while the higher steer-by-wire system screen is recessed for easier that is customizable and use in bright light. this system is optional Direct Adaptive The only problem with on the AWD models and Steering has its this system is the time it standard on the sport takes to boot-up when critics but for me, the versions of the Q50. you start the car over 30 Direct Adaptive Steering Q50 feels like it is seconds to access the radio has its critics but for an extension of the and other features. Most me, the Q50 feels like driver. people will buy the sport it is an extension of the model ($47,495) or the driver, moving through Zack Spencer premium trim ($43,400) to corners with ease and get heated leather seats, comfort with just the Bose stereo, backup camera with slightest movement of the steering around view cameras, and power tilt wheel. Handling is enhanced thanks to and telescopic steering to name a few a stiffer chassis and the rear suspenadditional features. The base model is sion has been adjusted. a price leader but expect to buy the The downside to equipping the Q50 premium model or above to get the with a V6 is the amount of fuel it car well equipped. In comparison, the burns in comparison to the turbo $53,800, 300hp BMW 335iS AWD is 4-cylinder offerings from the German much more expensive than many of the competition. Rated at 11.1L/100km in top Q50 trim levels. the city and 7.3L on the highway for the AWD equipped model. There is a Drive hybrid version available that drops the The latest trend is to include a turboconsumption down to 7.0L/100km in charged 4-cylinder engine as the base the city and 5.0L on the highway but power plant in most German compact it is a premium offering with a starting luxury sedans. This Q50 is bucking the price of $47,000. trend and sticking with the 3.7L V6

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Verdict The benchmark in the premium compact sedan market has been the BMW 3 Series but the gap is narrowing. This new Q50 looks great, has a wonderful interior, power to spare and solid

handling dynamics. On price, the BMW 328i AWD is the closest and starts at $46,200 but is equipped with a 241hp 4-cylinder. The direct competitor on power is the much more expensive 335is AWD. The Lexus IS350 AWD is another premium offering from Japan, and it starts at a very competitive $44,000. As much as the Japanese automakers like to challenge the German makers, they really end up competing with each other. Yes, this is a worthy car but the one thing you cannot factor into the buying decision is the badge appeal that storied brands like Mercedes, BMW and Audi provide.

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The 2014 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid is on a quest, to get your family where you need to go on as little fuel as possible. Looks: One of the biggest changes

last year was the switch from body-on-frame to a unibody construction. This reduced the overall weight, which makes a big difference on the fuel economy. The shape and design characteristics of this truck have changed, much smoother lines, and more aerodynamic. I remember the first Pathfinder introduced in 1986 and aimed at capturing some of the Toyota 4runner buyers. It looked promising but never completely took off. I think the focus was more on the off-road when it should have been more on-road with the ability to travel off-road. This version has done this, taking design cues and comfort from the Nissan Rogue and creating a larger crossover capable of transporting seven. In The Cab: My tester was the Platinum

2014 Nissan Pathfinder edition. It came equipped with leather seats with 8 way power adjustability, 4 way power for the front passenger, EZ flex seating system with 2nd row 60/40 split fold-flat bench seat, and 3rd row 50/50 split fold flat reclining bench seat. The leather wrapped steering wheel is heated and is a nice feature. There is plenty of wood tone trim but it is not overdone, giving it a

rich feel. Bose audio system with 13 speakers, AM/FM/CD, SiriusXM, auxiliary audio input jack, USB connection, streaming audio via Bluetooth, steering wheel mounted audio controls and speed sensitive volume control and just some of the comforts you will find in the Pathfinder Platinum. The around view monitor uses four cameras to create

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of via driving dynamics. It has one of the best manual gearboxes for a car of its size and has an abundance of pep. They’re not cheap, though. So it has that working against it in some regards. And you could argue that a Mazda MX-5 is a better value (you won’t be wrong) but it’s still loads of fun. Dodge Challenger: Base MSRP $26,995 If you’re driving a Dodge Challenger, you’re getting noticed. You don’t even need to have the grunt and roar of the SRT’s 6.4L V8 HEMI to turn heads. Inside and out, this two-door has style and power. The base SXT trim comes equipped with a 3.6L V6 and 305 horsepower. Kia Forte Koup: Base MSRP $20,550 For just over $20K, the Kia Forte Koup is a solid value. And it’s not a bad looking car either. Inside, the interior is well finished and isn’t cheap. Furthermore, you have many great standard amenities that come with

a composite image from above and displays it on the touch screen monitor. This helps show the vehicle’s position relative to the lines around the parking space and guides you in easily. Safety first: Nissan’s advanced airbag system include, dual stage front airbags, driver and front passenger seat mounted side impact, and roof mounted curtain side impact airbags with rollover sensor. Traction control (TSC) and vehicle dynamic control (VDC) are standard on all models. Power: The engine is a 2.5-litre 4 cylinder with a 15kw, power regenerating electric motor, powered by lithium-ion cells and a dual clutch system that transfers power from the electric motor and the engine. This

system generates 250 hp. The transmission is Xtronic CVT (continuously variable transmission) The All-mode 4x4 I-system allows select ability between 2WD, Auto, or 4WD lock. An independent front strut and multilink rear gives the vehicle a comfortable ride. Pump frequency: 7.8/7.1 L/100 km (city/highway) as tested Warranty support: Basic coverage 3year/ 60,000 kms Powertrain 5 years/100,000 kms Corrosion surface 3 years/ 60,000 kms Roadworthy: This vehicle does remind me of the Nissan Rogue. It is larger but feels very similar and that’s a good thing. I think Nissan is heading in the right direction with this vehicle. If studies show

limited use off-road, then why spend money making this an off-road vehicle? It has the ability to drive down a gravel road or up to the ski hill but Nissan has made sure it is also as comfortable as a road car and as fuel-efficient as it can be. Verdict: I think Nissan thought outside of the box on this one and was not afraid to start fresh and create something new. Sticker price: S $29,998 S 4WD $31,998 SV 4WD $35,248 SL $35,698 SL 4WD $37,698 SV Hybrid $39,248 Platinum Premium Hybrid $42,098 Price as tested $50,893 ian.harwood@drivewaybc. ca

Drives-U-Crazy Curb lane crazies Did somebody change the curb lane into the fast lane and not tell me? A day never passes when I don’t see drivers zipping down major drags in the curb lane, cutting in at the last second to avoid piling into a parked car. As soon as they’re past the obstacle they’re back in the gutter lane, spraying every poor pedestrian along the way. What drives-u-crazy. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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that it works for all ages. You could be 16 and driving it, or 60, and you’d still look good. You wouldn’t look out of place and people would give you nods of approval. Granted, the current generation is on its way out and the seventh generation (2014 model year) is coming soon. So if you want a killer deal on a 2013, now’s about as good of a time as any. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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250-397-0016 for more information. First Responders always act as a team of at least two. Sheila says no one needs to be afraid they will be asked to do anything they are not comfortable with. Bits and Bites • Gordon Kellett is now assisting Hisako Arai with the Speech Arts program at the Forest Grove School. They have 4 students preparing for the Festival of the Arts. • Lynne Baker reports a varied thrush and a waxwing at her home

on Canim Lake. The lake is clear of ice from Hinterland eastwards. Fifty or more mallards are still dabbling the shoals of Sandpoint, accompanied by a boisterous mob of bufflehead and common goldeneye. • People have been asking about my bandaged hand. At first, I was telling them the “incautious old guy falls” story, but as that grew tedious, I switched to the “punched an attacking cougar in the mouth” story, then later the “lifted an overturned snow machine off a trapped damsel” story. Next time I’ll go right

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Two interesting books ESL Book Club provides reading in English, with a bit of local history By Noreen Beer Our ESL Book Club has read two very interesting books this season; both were fascinating and vastly different. We read The Help by Kathryn Stockett. This is the story of black house help in the southern United States during the turbulent early 1960s. A young white journalist that wants to make a difference and her mark as a writer persuades many of the black housemaids in her hometown to share their stories. This book was a challenge for some to read because of the language used by the black people and no firsthand knowledge of the discrimination faced by them.

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Forest Grove resident Julie Odermatt took this black-and-white self-portrait while reading last summer and entered it in the Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy Society’s Photo Literacy contest.

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enjoyed by everyone. Our most recent book was Along the Clearwater Trail by Marianne Van Osch. This book tells the story of a local pioneer family and based on the memories of Toody Greenlee. This is another fascinating look at

the sturdy determined people that opened up the Cariboo. Van Osch, a Forest Grove resident, came to share her thoughts on the book and also give us some very good advice about writing and sharing our own stories. Remember

By Lory Rochon As a pre-teen, I think I read every Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys book that was ever written. I remember I really enjoyed being able to relate to the main characters and trying to

solve the “mysteries” before the end of the book. For me, reading mysteries challenged my problem-solving skills and provided an outlet for my imagination. As I got older, I

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we all have a story to tell. Noreen Beer is the Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy’s ESL co-ordinator and she urges folks to make a donation for a Free Press newspapers from volunteers during Reach a Reader Day on Jan. 29.

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moved on to read most of the Agatha Christie mysteries. The main characters, Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot, continued to provide me an opportunity for solving mysteries (puzzles). Lory Rochon is the Cariboo-Chilcotin Partners For Literacy roaming advocate, and she urges folks to support the CCPL by making a donation for a Free Press newspapers during Reach a Reader Day on Jan. 29.

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By Anita Price Moving to a new country, learning to speak a second language and finding your way around an unfamiliar community can be a huge undertaking. Take a moment and imagine what it would be like to want to make a meal for your family, but you are not able to purchase the ingredients because you don’t know where to find them in the grocery store. Unfortunately, you cannot ask for assistance because you are unable to speak English. Even if you find the item, you are not certain it is the right thing because you are not able to read the label. What about being sick and not being able to describe your symptoms to the doctor? Imagine the difficulty in understanding the directions on a bottle of medicine. Enrolling a child in school, making a phone call, looking for a home to rent or buy and finding employment can all be very difficult challenges for some newcomers. Through government funding, the Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy Society (CCPL) sponsors four different café style learning environments for adults in our community who speak English as a second language. Field trips, guest speakers, crafts and cooking provide opportunities to develop new vocabulary and become more familiar with the 100 Mile House area during the regular ESL Cafés. During the more structured Advanced ESL cafés, participants use workbooks to develop their written English skills and discuss more comprehensive topics, such as politics and the

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Canadian judicial system. The After Work Cafés focus on developing skills needed to partici-

pate in the workforce. Resumes, job applications, interview skills, networking and workplace environments are

frequent topics of discussions. The book club meets once a month to review the book they have just

read and to choose a new book to read. There is no charge to participate in any of the programs. Volunteer tutors are also an important part of our program. They give generously of their time to provide one-toone tutoring for those wanting individual help to further develop their English language skills. For more information about being a participant, or a volunteer tutor in any of the programs, contact 100milepal@gmail. com, or phone 250-3950404. Anita Price is the English as a second language co-ordinator Cariboo-Chilcotin Partners for Literacy Society.

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By Shelly Joyner they overcome the chalIn 2010, from the lenges of a changing author of the Guardians climate, natural disasof Ga’Hoole series, ters and villains on their came Wolves of quest to find a the Beyond by new home. Kathryn Lasky. The series is I read this full of advenseries to my ture, mystery daughter durand survival. ing grades 2-3, We finished as she is an avid the sixth book wolf lover. over a year Shelly Joyner It is an excitago, yet the ing series that characters are follows the survival of still a part of our conan ad hoc wolf pack as versations at home.

It’s a good independent or read-aloud for ages seven-eight and older. Shelly Joyner is the Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy

executive director, and she urges folks to support the CCPL by making a donation for a Free Press newspapers during Reach a Reader Day on Jan. 29.

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SCSS winter film series returns for 2014

By Peter Jarvis The South Cariboo Sustainability Society (SCSS) is once again hosting its winter film series with a view to educating and encouraging all interested people to get involved in sustainable living. The SCSS hosts four films during the winter on a range of sustainable subjects. One film per month will be shown on the last Tuesday of the month at the Community Employment Centre, 808 Alpine Ave. in 100 Mile House, with a usual starting time of 7 p.m. Admission is free although membership applications and donations are accepted to cover costs, refreshments are usually available and the film is often followed by a short discussion. The film series kicks off with a presentation of Switch on Jan. 28. This film will focus on energy: exploring how the switch to renewable energy is likely to happen; which resources might be most useful; what benefits there are in energy efficiently; how all this changes might affect green house gases; and many more topics. The SCSS recommends a visit to the Switch website (www. switchenergyproject. com) to view the huge quantity of information and efficiency tips available there. On Feb. 25, SCSS is planning to show On The Line – a film dealing with the critical current topic of the Northern Gateway Pipeline. Frank Wolf and Todd McGowan travel the pipeline route using human muscle power – bike, hike, raft and kayak

to uncover environmental issues about the proposal. With the recent release of the Federal Review Panel assessment of New Prosperity and recent horrific train accidents, this should generate a good discussion after the film. The March 25 film moves away from the technical to a more philosophical view of the modern world with The Economics of Happiness. It focuses on “globalization” and how it is destroying local cultures and economies, replacing them with western

style consumerism and making these global companies more powerful than their national governments. In turn, this globalization and consumerism accelerates climate change. The SCSS has not decided on what will be shown for April’s film, but in the running are: Bees – Queen of the Sun, Surviving Progress, End of Suburbia and I Am. All of these films would be amazing choices. The films are planned to continue into summer as part of the Rebel Garden Zone campaign.

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Happy new year to all! We hope you had a great Christmas with your friends and family. We students are back at school from our long two weeks off and the leisurely holidays. That means we have to get back in the groove again. Before the holidays we did some pretty cool things, here’s what we did. On Dec. 19, we went tubing at The Hills Guest Ranch. It was so much fun but it was so cold too! It was -18 C there. We had the whole hill to ourselves.

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as much as possible. We will be learning about the Olympics this month! We will learn where the Olympics takes place and what it takes to be an athlete. We’ll learn what the Olympic rings mean

and when the first Olympics started. I am looking forward to learning about the Olympics. Vannet Simons Mckenzie is a Grade 7 student at Bridge Lake Elementary School.

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