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houses attract public interest Keith McNeill About 30 people showed up for two open houses hosted by District of Clearwater on Thursday, Feb. 12. Purpose of the meetings was to discuss the municipality’s five-year financial plan. Only one member of the public showed up for the same meetings last year. Reason for the increased interest appears to have been news that the District would like to increase its tax rate by 9.5 per cent. The proposed tax increase would amount to $75 per year for the average home in Clearwater, which is assessed at $193,000. The increase comes on top of an increase of nearly six per cent last year. Despite the increases, taxes and charges on a representative home in Clearwater are still much lower than many other communities of similar size. Information in a handout provided by the District ranked Clearwater 10th out of 12 municipalities. The owner of an average home in Clearwater would pay $699 in general municipal taxes, $1,636 in taxes to the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, hospital district, school taxes and so on, $110 in parcel taxes, and $526 in user fees (water and sewer, but many are not charged for sewer and some don't pay either). This gives a total of $2,272.

Fruitvale ranks at the top of the list for total residential property taxes and charges, with a total of $3,223. The average house value there is $213,477. Other communities where homeowners pay more than Clearwater include Lumby, Ashcroft, Enderby, Sicamous, Burns Lake, Chase and 100 Mile House. Only Valemount (at $2,220) and Barriere (at $1,511) pay less than Clearwater. Two main reasons were given for the increases. The first was that taxes were kept artificially low for a couple of years after incorporation because of the downturn in the forest economy. Canfor temporarily closed its Vavenby operation and so taxes were reduced for 2010 and 2011. The mill rate was restored to 2009 level in 2012, and then increased again the following year. The second main reason given was that last September Clearwater took on road maintenance within its boundaries (for the first five years after incorporation the province took care of the roads). Spending on roads is predicted to go from about $300,000 last year to more than $600,000 this year. That helped push the total budget up from $1.95 million last year to $2.11 million this year. For more about the budget meetings, see page A3 inside.

Monarch of all the birds A bald eagle displays an impressive looking bill as it sits in a tree next to Highway 5 just east of Kal Tire on Sunday. It and another eagle, plus several crows, were scavenging on a deer carcass beside the road. The Great Backyard Bird Count was held last weekend. Look for a report in a future issue of the Times to see if this community continues to have one of the highest numbers of tallies turned in. For another bird story, see page A20 inside. Photo by Keith McNeill

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Babies being born here still Keith McNeill A statement in last week's issue that babies have not been born in Clearwater's

hospital for several years was not entirely correct, according to Tayboure Fowler. The statement was in an article

The NORTH THOMPSON COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION is now receiving applications for Funding Proposals for projects from organizations within the area from Blue River to McLure. Organizations should have a Federal Charitable Number, or be sponsored by another group that has a number. DEADLINE for receiving applications: March 31, 2014 Application Forms may be downloaded from the website: www.ntcommunitiesfoundation.com Or by Phoning Hazel at: 250-674-1674; Cheryl at 250-674-3260; or Sandy at 250-674-3774; Fax 250-674-3538 or e-mail at hazelwadlegger@hotmail.com You can also contact other Foundation Members as well. Hazel Wadlegger Grant Committee Chair NTCF

about the first babies of the year. Her son, Damian Fowler, was born in Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital on May 9, 2013, Fowler said. She only had three hours of labor and so there was no time to go to Kamloops. Damian's father is Cody Woods. According to Dr. John Soles, typically there will be one or two births a year at DHMH. “There will always be women who, for various reasons, can't make it to Kamloops in time,” he said. “It is better to deliver in our hospital than in the back of an ambulance (or back of a car).” The local physi-

cian said that they stopped doing planned deliveries in December, 2008, when they no longer had sufficient medical manpower to provide this service. He added that it would be challenging to restart, as it would need sufficient physicians interested in doing deliveries, sufficient women interested in delivering here, and a great deal of retraining for the nursing staff. “I think it unlikely that we will do planned deliveries here in the future without a very significant change in the demographics of our patient population that would support the effort involved in restarting this service,” Soles said.

The remains of a small pickup rest next to Highway 5 on Tuesday following a crash that sent two Surrey residents to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Photo by Keith McNeill

Two escape Blackpool crash Times Staff On Tuesday, Feb. 11, at approximately 11:20 a.m., members of the Southeast District RCMP Traffic Services and the Clearwater RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle crash, located on the Yellowhead Highway 5, approximately 10 km south of Clearwater. Upon arrival at the scene, members ascertained that a northbound pickup truck had left the travelled portion of the highway and rolled through the ditch, before coming to rest a short distance away in a clump of trees There were two occupants in the vehicle, a 24-year old-male and his 23-year-old common-law wife. Both are residents of Surrey, B.C. During this crash, the male driver and female passenger sustained minor injuries. Cpl. Doerr reports that these two individuals were extremely lucky that their injuries were not more severe, considering the configuration of trees that they crashed into. The female passenger was reported to be in the early stages of her pregnancy. Members of the BC Ambulance

Service, Highway Rescue and the RCMP helped to extract both occupants from the pickup truck. Both occupants were cut free from the pickup truck and then transported to the Clearwater hospital for treatment of non life threatening injuries. At this point in time, drugs and alcohol are not suspected as contributing factors in this crash. It is suspected that the icy and slick roads conditions, as well as this pickup truck only being equipped with allseason tires, were significant factors of this crash. The RCMP again urge the motoring public to slow down and drive a speed that is more conducive to icy winter roads conditions. Although roads may appear to be normal and good, it is still February and cautious winter driving habits must be adhered to. Additionally, police reiterate the effectiveness of proper wintergrade tires to be equipped on vehicles, when travelling out on public roadways during the winter months. Good winter tires, slower speeds and driver alertness are all important factors in supporting safer travel.

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District answers budget questions at open houses Keith McNeill As reported in the article on page one, about 30 people attended two public open houses held Feb. 12 to discuss District of Clearwater's five-year financial plan. General mood at the open houses was friendly and positive, although those attending did ask many questions of the staff and town council members who were present. Local resident Robert Beaudry asked what was happening with plans to extend the sewer system. Chief administrative officer Leslie Groulx said the District has a seven-part plan, with the Dutch Lake area having the first priority. Money from grants will be needed to complete the project. A project to construct a septage handling facility next to the sewage lagoons is proceeding, however. The facility will handle effluent that has been pumped from septic tanks in the area. At present that effluent is being disposed of in pits at the former Clearwater landfill, but that practice is to end soon. Thompson-Nicola Regional District will build the $1.4 million project, said councillor Jon Kreke, while District of Clearwater will operate it. The septage treatment facility will be selffunded through user fees, said director of finance Sheila Thiessen. Local resident John Downey asked if there would be a sani-dump with the septage facility. Councillor Ken Kjenstad said there were no plans for one, but that it could be considered. Thiessen said they were considering increasing the user fees for sewer and water.

The sewer and water systems are self-funded, said Jon Kreke, but the reserves are not increasing fast enough. Ken Kjenstad the District needs to be careful with user fees. If set too high, people just won't use the service provided. Goldie Krawec asked how much use is being made of the new columbarium at Clearwater's cemetery. Thiessen said there have been some urns containing people's ashes put in the structure, but not a lot. She noted that the municipality is updating its cemetery bylaw, which it inherited from the improvement district. Kjenstad noted that there is a big cost associated with a burial, especially in winter. Jon Kreke noted that the District is looking into drilling a new well, probably to be located near the one in Reg Small Park. The existing well in Reg Small Park is the municipality's primary source of water, he said. It was drilled 30 years ago and not properly installed at the time. Now it is nearing the end of its life. Two major problems with the well are it fluctuates with the water level in the river, plus there is no backup power. Cost of a new well would be about $2.5 million, which they hope to offset with grants. Ken Kjenstad said the biggest reason for the proposed 9.5 per cent tax increase was the District's taking over road maintenance last September. “We're using some money from surplus to lessen the increase, but we've got to leave some for a rainy day,” said Kjenstad.

District priorities show council’s plans for future Keith McNeill District of Clearwater plans to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open its new offices in the former Dutch Lake School sometime in April, May or June of this year. That's according to a summary of the District's strategic plan update that was distributed during the five-year financial plan open houses held Feb. 12. According to the summary, town hall renovations are Priority #6 for the municipality. Priority #1 is infrastructure improvements. This includes drilling a new well, with project scope approval to be done this year, environmental assessment and design next year, and construction in 2016. Planning for pipe sizing and fire flow improvements is to be done this year and next, with construction in 2016 and 2017. A shovel-ready grant application is to be completed this year for expanding the sewer system to Dutch Lake. Depending on service expansion, sewage lagoon upgrades, including construction aeration and rapid infiltration cells, could be constructed in 2016 and 2017. A review of extending the sewer to Brookfield would be done after that. Priority #2 would be to update the official community plan and development bylaws. This is to be done over the next two years. Reviewing the parks and recreation services

are Priority #3. This would include development of a trail network plan. Priority #4 is the economic and social development plan. This includes developing a communication strategy plus a doctor/professional recruitment/retention strategy, identifying age-friendly attractants, and supporting the transit service. Housing strategies are Priority #5. These include identifying seniors assisted living opportunities this year, and initiating an affordable-housing strategy next year. Priority #7 is to review and implement the district's service capacity. A fire management strategy is Priority #8, including a wildfire strategy. Last but not least, Priority #9 is the fiveyear financial management strategy.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING Seniors Monthly Lunch The next monthly Seniors Lunch will be at the Elks Hall on March 11, 2014 from 11:30am – 2:00pm. A lunch of soup and sandwiches will be served and a guest speaker will be in attendance. This monthly luncheon is at No Charge. If you require a bus to take you to the event please call Yellowhead Community Services at 250.674.2600 to book a spot on the bus. When booking please ensure you tell them it’s for the Seniors Luncheon. Clearwater Fire Department The Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department is doing ongoing recruitment of new members, no experience is necessary, training is provided by the department. This could be your chance to help your community, your neighbours, and your family! Training night is Thursdays at 7:00pm at the Firehall. Your ability can be matched to various functions of the Fire Department; why not go out and see what it’s all about. Community Recreation Programs Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Grades 8-12) BJJ is a martial art, combat sport, and a self defence system that can help a smaller, weaker person to successfully defend against a bigger, stronger assailant. February 22-March 15 – 10:30am – 12:00pm/ 4 sessions at the CSS Wrestling Room. Art of Baking Gluten Free Bread – Learn hands on the art of baking gluten free breads. You will come away with knowledge on gluten free flours, as well as tips and trick for successful recipes. February 26, 6:30-8:30pm at CSS Foods Room Community Volleyball – Tuesdays – 7:30-9:00pm until April 8(except March 18) Community Basketball – Fridays – 7:00-8:30pm February 28 – April 11 Indoor Family Tennis – Thursdays – 6:00-7:00pm - March 6 – April 10 Community Indoor Soccer – Thursday – 7:30-9:00pm M arch 6 – April 10 *NEW* Tabata session available – Feb. 25-Apr.10, 6:30-7:15pm Call Eleanor for more information on these and other programs at 250.674.1878 or register at the District office.

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Opinion

“ If you don't get everything you want, think of the things you don't get that you don't want.” - Oscar Wilde, writer editorial by keith mcNeill

Incorporation is worth the tax increases

Rockhounds host Treasures of the Earth Editor, The Times:

Raft River Rockhounds Club's Treasures of the Earth show was a big success. This was our second year holding the club show in January and we were amazed at the turnout. We were very busy with locals and tourists. Clearwater Lodge was a fabulous place to hold the event and the staff was so accommodating to our every needs. We had demonstrations

of rock polishing, tumbling, metal detectors, gold panning and spool knitting. A special feature was Rock Talk with John Erickson. who has a gold claim in the Yukon and lives in Dawson City but stays in Clearwater for most of the winter. We had a smokie BBQ with all the fixins, plus live music courtesy of the Silvertones. The information booth consisted of displays, rock sales, healing stones, and

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more. Vendors sold crafts, jewellery, beads and artwork, to name a few. Kids activities were rock painting, sand painting and digging out dinosaur eggs (which was crazy busy), plus beautiful face painting courtesy of Lynsay McCracken. A huge thank you to Wells Gray Community Forest for the grant of $500 and to our members and volunteers. Our Club meets the third Saturday of the month in the Clearwater Lodge at 1 p.m. Memberships are available; Single $30 and Family $50. For more information on our club, please contact Dave 250-5876213 or email raftriverrockhounds@gmail. com.

Fay McCracken, social chairperson Raft River Rockhounds

Editor's Note: For photos of the event, see page A6

So, has incorporation been worth it? As outlined in the articles on page one and page A3, property owners in Clearwater are about to be hit with a 9.5 per cent tax increase. This comes on top of a tax increase last year of nearly six per cent. Were the nay-sayers right? Will incorporation prove to be too expensive for this community? Would we have been better off to stay an improvement district? The short answer is no, the nay-sayers were not right. Taxes are going up, but that's largely because they were kept artificially low for a couple of years as a result of the Canfor-Vavenby closure. That, plus the fact that the District is now taking over road maintenance and so we no longer have much wiggle room. If we had remained an improvement district, we wouldn't have had that flexibility. We need to remember how property values in this community collapsed after the closures of the Camp Two and then the Weyerhaeuser sawmills. That didn't happen this time (although, admittedly, Canfor did say the Vavenby closure was temporary – but no one knew when or even if it would reopen). We also shouldn't forget the $2.5 million that was spent on forest fuel management projects in this area during the shutdown. Without a town council to lobby for the money, and without a professional town staff to administer the money once

it got here, we almost certainly would not have received as much of this assistance as we did. Those forest fuel management cheques, plus the relief on local taxes, helped people stay in this community who otherwise wold have left. Having those experienced and skilled millworkers available helped Canfor immeasurably when it reopened. And what about the millions of dollars in other grants the municipality has received since incorporation? Things like the renovations to the sewage lagoons are not very glamorous, but essential – and expensive. Improvement districts do not get grants from senior levels of government. I'll repeat that: improvement districts do not get grants from senior levels of government. The trustees of the former Clearwater Improvement District did an amazing job in building up the infrastructure we have but they did it entirely using local property taxes. They did it on the cheap, however, and that reluctance to spend money is now coming back to haunt us. Now we are going to have to spend more money than we would like to bring our infrastructure up to where we want it. That doesn't mean we should dream about reverting to improvement district status. Instead, we should embrace the opportunities that incorporation brings. It's all part of growing up.

Ski Day teaches healthy exercise Editor: The Times:

“Love where you live.” On Friday, Feb. 14, three classes of students from Raft River School and a busload of high school students enjoyed a day of skiing at the local ski hill. I was in charge of the Kindergarten and Grade 1 group. After two weeks of organization I was feeling the responsibility of making sure each young child had a rewarding introduction to what for some was their first ever skiing experience. Money for ski equipment rentals, lift tickets and lunches was collected. Volunteers came to the school and each child was measured and weighed. Parents traced their child’s foot to ensure ski boots fitted properly. Notices to parents soliciting help for the day and reminders about appropriate clothing were sent out. On ski race day the efficient school bus coordinated driving some classes to the skating

rink and others to the ski hill. Some parents arranged for time off from work to come and enjoy the day with their child. Grandparents arrived. Some ski instructors came directly from work and from as far away as Blue River to give the children an hour of fine ski lessons. Others operated the lifts and the concession. When the children arrived they were given a pep talk about courtesy and safety before they went downstairs to collect their rental equipment. The rentals were all laid out in class sets and labeled with the children’s names. The equipment looked new and well cared for. Parents helped the little ones get their boots on and off they went to try out their ski legs. With such a strong contingent of volunteers the little ones were on the hill in no time. Those who had never skied were helped by big buddies from Grade 6. When it came time for their lesson

every child could stand up and many had learned to snow plow and ride the rope tow on the bunny hill. Two were skiing with their parents on the big hill. By lunch time, hungry athletes gobbled up the pre-ordered grilled cheese sandwiches efficiently cooked by Chef Merlin and his helpers. At the end of the school day, tired and smiling children feeling like they were pros, wearily boarded the bus for home. Because of the suburb organization of the raft of volunteers, parents and others, this ski day created a happy and memorable experience for the children in this community. I say a huge Thank You to all who participated in the organization to make this skiing event such a success. “Love where you live?” You bet!

Sandra Holmes Clearwater, B.C.

Editor's Note: For photos of the event, see page A12

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Question of the Week

Have you been following the Sochi Winter Olympics?

Ron Plamondon:

Danny Adams:

Yes, Canada is doing very well. We're proud of Canada.

Yes, I like it, especially Olympic hockey. Plus there's nothing else to watch on TV.

Sheila Thiessen:

Victoria Cook:

No, I've been too busy doing the budget (for District of Clearwater) ... other than the occasional thing on the radio.

I follow it now and then, not all the time. I like figure-skating, speed-skating, anything to do with skating. I thought they did a good job with the opening.

Clive Phillips:

Not that much. I've only got antenna TV and it doesn't cover it. I watched the Canadian hockey team today.

Government should be more generous with veterans Editor, The Times:

All down through the centuries there has been a reluctance of countries and empires to adequately compensate their fighting men. In July, 1558, the English fleet under Lord Howard of Effingham (not Francis Drake as legend has it) sent the Spanish Armanda packing up the English Channel. The English ships then went to anchor, remaining fully crewed. Low on food and water, these unfortunate men, the true heroes of the battle of Graveline, began to sicken. One ship, the Elizabeth Bonaventure, originally had 500

men. A month later only 300 were left alive. Lord Howard was horrified. He sent a delegate to the Court of Elizabeth, where there was a huge celebration of the victory over Phillips II's armada. They listened to what he had to say, sent him on his (or their?) way, and went right on celebrating. Lord Burleigh, who was Elizabeth's chief advisor, pointed out rather obviously that more of these men were sure to die and the more that died the less they would have to pay. The English sailors weren't discharged before Christmas. By that time one half or more were dead.

to see our fighting men nickeled Things have certainly improved ful and shocking. Other plans to since that time. Veterans of purchase military hardware “are a and dimed the way they've been under Stephen Harper and Co. Canada's wars are adequately ramshackle mess.” 'The more that die the less we'll compensated — or are they? We've all had to pay a price have to pay.' When one observes the nigfor Harper's corporate agenda — environmentally, financially, etc. gling clawbacks, the closing down Dennis Peacock However, it is especially galling of offices across the country, the Clearwater, B.C. lump sum payments — 'less money too' – something HOME HARDWARE IS A CANADIAN OWNED COMPANY about this picture simply doesn't look or feel right. Even right-wingers like Michael Den Tandt (Vancouver Sun, Feb. 7, 2014, “Conservatives losing battle for the military”) notes that the Harper government's treatment of veterans moved beyond shoddy to disgrace-

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Library closures the tip of the iceberg Editor, The Times:

The Conservative government is continuing its war on information by closing down seven DFO libraries across the country. Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea has said that the items in the closed libraries would be digitized and/or offered to other libraries, third parties, DFO staff and the general public before being recycled. The problem is her claims don’t wash. Library employees have contradicted her statement, and a recent written response I’ve received from the Minister has proven that her department has no ability to determine what has been digitized, and has no idea what has happened to thousands of books and journals which were contained in the libraries. The process has obviously been a chaot-

ic mess, yet the Minister somehow keeps repeating the same talking points which directly contradict her written response. In many cases the government had spent hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars upgrading these facilities in recent years, only to suddenly decide to shut them all down and spend at least tens of thousands of dollars to do so. The Conservatives claim they are saving taxpayers around $400,000 – a drop in the bucket for a Conservative government which has spent over $548 million advertising itself to Canadians. On top of these library closures and the loss of much of their information, the Conservative government has also slashed funding for the Polar Environment Atmospheric Research

Laboratory (PEARL), closed the Canadian Foundation for Climate and Atmospheric Sciences, gutted the Fisheries Act, cut hundreds of jobs at DFO including many chemists, biologists and other important researchers and scientists, eliminated the Ocean Contaminants and Marine Toxicology Program, eliminated federal responsibility for the world-renowned Experimental Lakes Area, and muzzled well respected government scientists. And this is only

the tip of the iceberg. Something far more dangerous and ideological is happening than the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans claims. The Conservative government is on a path of destruction for any scientific information, knowledge, or people who might get in the way of its devastating agenda for our country.

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YEARS AGO:

Over 200 persons attended the charter banquet of the new Blue River Lions Club, straining accommodations in the town over the weekend. New post offices under construction in Clearwater and Blue River were expected to be completed by April. For the final mixed bonspiel of the season, members held a "mixed-up" event in which teams were drawn from a hat. Al Miller's rink won first in A event, with Harry Fairbrother runner-up.

YEARS AGO:

Brent Buck and Tracy Holland were chosen king and queen of the Valentine dance at Clearwater Secondary School, according to school reporter Scott Haynes. A large display ad highlighted the main points of the 1974 budget by the NDP government under leader Dave Barrett. According to the ad, the provincial cash surplus had been

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increased to $45 million, while the debt had been reduced by over $75 million.

HISTORICAL Perspective

YEARS AGO: Eight-year-old Michiko Singh of Little Fort was one of 21 winners of a poster contest promoting "brown-bag" lunches. Her prize was an expense-paid trip to Victoria, where she was to receive an engraved plaque from Agriculture Minister Cyril Shelford. A petition was being circulated that asked the government to purchase land adjoining Dutch Lake Park for the betterment of the community and the area.

BACK IN TIME

YEARS AGO:

Both the Avola and Birch Island schools were to be closed at the school year's end, School District 26 (North Thompson) chair Ed Shook told a delegation from the Save Our Schools committee.

YEARS AGO:

Logging truck owner-operators haul-

ing to Slocan-Vavenby and WeyerhaeuserVavenby were all back to work, following a work stoppage that had begun Feb. 3. New rates agreed to by both companies resulted in an average of $65 per hour based on a fiveaxle unit, according to a Teamster spokesperson. Clearwater was to have its own CrimeStoppers program, following an organizational meeting chaired by businessman Albert Lahaie, assisted by businessman Vern Salden and RCMP Cst. Bob Reuter. Six Clearwater residents applied to Victoria to have the Clearwater Airport Association re-registered as a society. An improved Clearwater air strip would be ideal for air ambulances, said Bill Mattenley.

YEARS AGO:

Over 500 letters of support for keeping an ambulance unit chief position in Clearwater were collected by the Times and sent on to Minister of Health Paul Ramsey. The minister assured local resident and seniors' counsellor Bill Morse that no decision had yet been made. A Clearwater man was sentenced to one year in prison for his part in a Kamloops robbery. He and his female accomplice had smashed their way into a drugstore by backing a stolen pickup truck through two large windows. Sliders came from as far away as Austria to take part in the Canadian Natural Luge Championships and the North American Invitational at Blue River.

YEARS AGO:

Blue River’s Winterfest included Valentine’s dance, pancake breakfast, cross-country ski races, luging, snowmobiling, snow sculpturing, sled pull, waiter-waitress races, boot throw and wind-up dinner at Mike Wiegele Heli-ski Lodge.

YEARS AGO:

The IWA rejected a proposed configuration that would allow a third shift at Slocan-Vavenby. The employees were unhappy with start and stop times, and some minor matters, said union spokesperson Kevin Fraser. According to a news release from the Ministry of Education, Blue River Elementary

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Budget is welcome boost for forest industry transformation OTTAWA/CNW/ - The Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) appreciates the additional support for innovation and sector transformation in the new federal budget as a way to create jobs and solidify Canada's reputation as a world leader in developing cutting-edge products from wood fibre. The "Creating Jobs and Opportunities" budget from the federal Minister of Finance, Jim Flaherty, includes an additional

$90.4 million over four years for the Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) program that has already helped Canadian forest product companies develop world-first innovations. "We welcome this renewal of the IFIT program as a way to spur jobs and create economic growth especially in rural Canada." says the president and CEO of FPAC, David Lindsay. "This is a strategic, future-oriented decision that

demonstrates the federal government's ongoing commitment to the transformation of the forest industry." FPAC has unveiled Vision2020, an ambitious plan to propel the sector forward in the areas of products, environmental performance and people. The support for innovation will help the industry reach its goal of producing another $20 billion in economic activity in new markets and innovative new products by the end of the decade.

"Our industry vision calls for not only investment in innovation, but a focus on skilled workers and international trade," says Lindsay. "This budget reflects those priorities." Lindsay notes that the government referred to the Vision2020 goal of recruiting an additional 60,000 workers by the end of the decade. FPAC also welcomes the budget measure that allocates $18 million over four years for early intervention to prevent the

spread of spruce budworm in Atlantic Canada and Quebec. FPAC provides a voice for Canada's wood, pulp, and paper producers nationally and internationally in government, trade, and environmental affairs. The $57-billion-a-year forest products industry represents two per cent of Canada's GDP and is one of Canada's largest employers, operating in hundreds of communities and providing 230,000 direct jobs across the country.

Practising their speechmaking Members of the Rodeo Rednecks 4-H Club have been practising and rehearsing for six weeks for their speech competition, which will be held on Sunday, Feb. 23 at Blackpool Hall. Community members are welcome to watch them recite. Pictured are (clockwise from left) Rose Thon, Isabella Graffunder, Jessica Rotzetter, Indigo Johnson, Ellie Thompson, Mia Thompson, Mackenzie Ross, Haley Harris, Owen Thon, and Zandreya Richards. Photo submitted

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KamloopsThompson-Cariboo NDP president Garry Worth said the federal government should be working to help families struggling financially, boosting environmental protection and extending affordable-housing provisions. “The Conservatives are going ahead with cuts and closures and not standing up for British Columbians” Worth said. “This is politics at its worst —

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raise from new tobacco taxes — against spending cuts that top $2 billion. Sam Aggarwal, who operates McGoo’s Smokes N Stuff on Tranquille Road in North Kamloops, predicted smokers will complain about a $4 per carton hike for cigarettes. Taxes will also rise on cigars and

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Clearly, winter is not over yet.... Over the course of the last week, members at Clearwater RCMP Detachment have continued to respond to a slew of traffic collisions both in Clearwater and on the highway. Collisions of note included one on Thursday, Feb. 6. Members attended the scene of a pickup truck that had flipped onto its roof along Camp 2A Road near the eco-depot. The evidence supported that speed was a factor in the collision and the driver was issued a violation ticket. Both occupants received injuries to their hands. Vandals strike again Over the past two years, vandals have targeted the rest areas along Highway 5 between Vavenby and Blue River.

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It is not known if these incidents are related or if it is the work of a person local to the area. Clearwater police ask for information related to the latest incident or any other vandalism. Please contact the local detachment at 250-674-2237 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

A second B.C. Supreme Court ruling against the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles has placed the province’s four-year-old drinking driving law in jeopardy, lawyers said on Friday, Feb. 14. Sam McLeod, B.C.’s Superintendent of Motor Vehicles, responded, “Our laws remain in place and we’ll continue to be tough on those who drink and drive.” The B.C. Ministry of Justice is reviewing the decision to determine next steps. B.C. Supreme Court Justice Jane Dardi sent back a roadside prohibition — given to a driver who blew a ‘warn’ on a roadside screening device — to the superintendent’s office for a rehearing, said Vancouver lawyer Kyla Lee, who successfully argued the case. Lee and other lawyers contacted on Friday said the decision imperils the way police deal with drinking drivers and jeopardizes thousands of driver suspensions already handed out. Lee said in a telephone interview the oral decision in B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver follows a similar finding by a B.C. Supreme Court justice in Kamloops in September last year. That case was successfully argued by defence lawyer Jeremy Jensen. In the Kamloops decision, Justice Dev Dley found there “is no presumption that a driver’s ability to drive is affected by alcohol solely on the basis of a ‘warn’ reading.” Blowing a ‘warn’ on a roadside screening device indicates a level of intoxication between 0.05 and 0.08. In that case, Lee Michael Wilson of Kamloops was handed a driving ban after being stopped by police in Coombs on Vancouver Island last September, a ban overturned by Dley. The province appealed and that decision is being heard in the B.C. Court of Appeal next month. While police did not alter the way drivers stopped at roadblocks are handled following the September decision, lawyers said the second ruling should prompt change. McLeod said in an email B.C.’s immediate roadside suspension laws will stand. “Individuals who drink and drive will be held to account with immediate roadside driving prohibitions, vehicle impoundments and monetary penalties,” he said. “We’ve led the way nationally on tackling drinking and driving, and the results speak for themselves — 143 lives saved and a 51 per cent reduction in alcohol-related motor-vehicle fatalities.”

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In the decision, a B.C. Supreme Court justice did not accept the prohibition given to driver Wendy Richardson by the superintendent’s office. Richardson was pulled over at a roadblock and compelled to blow into a screening device, where she registered a ‘warn.’ No other evidence of impairment was given. Lee argued successfully, in the wake of a similar argument by Kamloops lawyer Jensen, that police need to suspect some evidence of impairment before a prohibition can be handed out — that a ‘warn’ reading alone is not enough. Under the new laws introduced in 2010, the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles argued it can only consider whether the roadside screening device is accurate and cannot consider evidence of impairment — slurring of speech or unsteadiness, for example — in any administrative reviews. But, two B.C. Supreme Court rulings have now sent that back for a rehearing. “There’s tens of thousands of people who could be affected by this,” said Lee, whose firm specializes in the challenges. Jensen said the second decision should force the province to change the way it handles drinking drivers. “There’s going to be big ramifications. It makes the Court of Appeal decision in Wilson very important.” Micah Rankin, a law professor at Thompson Rivers University, is arguing that appeal in March. He said the issues are whether police require more evidence of impairment beyond drivers blowing a “warn” and whether the Superintendent has the ability to review that evidence under power given him by the Motor Vehicle Act.

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Avola residents (clockwise from left) Paul Klaehn, Faye Lutz, Eleanor and Kevin Deckert, Monty Lutz, Daisy Sun and Nanook the dog enjoy a Chinese New Year feast on Jan. 31. While TV channels from China showed the celebrations, Daisy explained that the Year of the Horse means Strive for Excellence.

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It takes courage to take a personal inventory and learn more about your own state of health. When I first came to this valley, 35 years ago, I asked the women, “How do you cope with these long winters?” Marijuana, alcohol, anti-depressants were used by many. One woman slept with a Bible on her chest.

Perhaps readers will pass these alternatives along to friends who are stuck in the dreary doldrums. Colour helps. Drawing, sewing, knitting, even library books filled with photos are like vitamins. When the eyes are happy, serotonin is made in the brain signalling “all is well.” What can you do with what you have? Music helps. Turn up your favourites. Move around. Physical activity makes endorphins which signal “be happy.” Being with people helps. The Times newspaper has a page listing “Upcoming and Ongoing Events” (near the classifieds). Mark your calendar. Make

plans to attend. Volunteering helps. You receive a boost of energy when you give. “People need what I can give” is a great feeling. Words help. Reading, speaking and listening. Keeping a journal. Writing letters. Word games and puzzles. These keep the brain active and signal “satisfaction.” Animals help. If you don’t have pets maybe you can visit a friend’s pets and share the chores, take a walk or bring treats. “Someone is happy to see me.” Curiosity helps. Look. Listen. Ask. Learn. Reaching outside your every-day routine brings a kind of sunshine to the soul.

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Girls take on Merritt in playoffs Natalia Biagioni of the Clearwater Girls team keeps the puck away from a Merritt opponent during a playoff game at the Sportsplex on Sunday afternoon. The local squad won 5 – 1 in the first of best-of-three playoffs for first place. The next game for the girls will be in Merritt on March 1. Photo by Keith McNeill

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Sports Improving basketball skills Raft River Elementary School student Aden Lacourse looks determined as he keeps the ball away from his St. Ann's opponent during a game at the school on Thursday, Feb. 13. Both the boys' and the girls' teams lost to the more experienced Kamloops squads. However, they worked hard and have shown great improvement since the beginning of the season. Photos by Keith McNeill

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Learning how to ski Raft River Elementary School students (l-r) Alexzander Hedman, Lilly Adamson and Isiah Leppky wait for the rope tow during a Ski Day for the school at Clearwater ski hill on Friday, Feb. 14. Photo by Sandra Holmes

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Vavenby youngsters prepare for Valentine’s Day Robyn Rexin The Strong Start program at the Vavenby Primary School held its Valentine’s Day celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The Mother Goose facilitator – Linda Brown – was also present. For a craft the children made Valentine cards for their parents. Then they went to the library to sing songs with Ms. Linda. There was a special treat for snack time. Ms. Amy – leader of Strong Start – had melted chocolate for the children to dip their pieces of fresh fruit in. Later heart-shaped cookies were handed out for everyone to decorate. After snack time everyone headed back to the library to hear Ms. Linda read Clifford’s First Valentine’s Day and to sing more action songs. All the children liked to participate in the singing with their parents/guardians. After story time there was some free time and then it was off

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and to clean the area after snack time and craft time. This is a job they all like to do. By It is also beneficial to the parents Robyn Rexin as it gets them out of the house and gives them some social time with others. The to the gym. This is a time when program is available to all chilmany of the kids get rid of a bit dren from 0 – 5 years old every of that excess energy. Some of the children handed out Valentine Wednesday at Vavenby Primary School, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. cards or treats to the others. The primary students celeBefore everyone went home brated Valentine’s Day on Friday, Ms. Amy gave all of her particiFeb. 14. They made Valentine pants a gift bag that included a crafts. Some parents brought book. healthy goodies for everyone. A Watching the children interact class list had been handed out in the Strong Start program one can see the benefits to them. They previously so that families interare having to learn to share – one ested in handing out cards would know student names. of the harder lessons for some – and to sit still to listen during story time. The children are learn- Pros and cons of cold weather This cold weather we have ing to clean up after themselves been experiencing has been great

for keeping the outdoor skating rink frozen. It is still being used a lot. On the downside, however,

several homes have frozen. It has taken a lot of work to thaw the pipes and have running water again.

Strong Start children and adults make Valentine cards at Vavenby Primary School recently. Picture are (clockwise from front) Moira Chrystall, mom Katherine Chrystall, mom Christina Fillion, Kelsey Rexin, Nathaniel Weber, mom Alison Weber (behind), leader of program Ms Amy, and Mother Goose facilitator Ms Linda. Photo by Robyn Rexin

Snowmobile closures in force to protect caribou habitat Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations REVELSTOKE – Backcountry recreationalists are reminded to follow the rules while snowmobiling to help protect mountain caribou habitat and support British Columbia’s Mountain Caribou Recovery Implementation Plan. Natural resource officers and conservation officers are patrolling B.C.’s backcountry this winter to enforce snowmobiling regulations and area closures. Failure to comply with the regulations or cooperate with officers could result in fines or equipment seizures. Continued non-compliance could result in increased closures in that area. Closures now are in effect in about 60

areas frequented by the mountain caribou, an endangered species in British Columbia. Maps showing the locations of these closed areas are available online at: www. env.gov.bc.ca/fw/ wildlife/snowmobileclosures/ Areas of particular concern this winter include: Silvercup Ridge, Mt. Grace, Standard Peak, Sale Mountain, Frisby Ridge, Catamount Glacier, North Star Glacier and the Upper Spillimacheen River area. The closures are intended to help boost mountain caribou populations in these areas. Snowmobile activity can affect the animals’ behaviour, prompting them to move into less suitable habitat where the food supply is not as plentiful or where their activity in steep terrain could create avalanche

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hazards. If mountain caribou are forced out of an area unnecessarily, the caribous’ energy reserves can be depleted during this critical time of the year. People who encounter mountain caribou while snowmobiling in an unrestricted area should take the following precautions: • Do not approach the animals. • Turn off all snowmobile engines and give the caribou a chance to move away. • Leave the area as

soon as it is practical to do so. • Avoid riding within sight of the animals. Snowmobilers should also be aware that it is illegal to damage young trees in reforested areas or operate a snowmobile on plowed forest service roads. Other areas of B.C. are closed to snowmobiling to help mitigate competing interests between different recreational user groups. Signs identifying these areas are posted at trailheads and maps

of their locations are available through local snowmobile clubs or on the Recreation Sites and Trails BC website at www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca Managed snowmobile trails often have fees and rules associated with their use and that information is also posted at applicable trailheads. In British Columbia, snowmobile guiding and related special events require the operator to obtain a Land Act tenure. Information about

adventure tourism tenures and special events permits is available from FrontCounter BC offices or online at: www.for.gov.bc.ca/ land_tenures/tenure_ programs/programs/ adventure_tourism/ index.html To report a violation, call FrontCounter BC at 1 877 855-3222 or call the Report all Poachers and Polluters (RAPP) hotline at 1 877 952-RAPP (7277). For information on snowmobiling regulations, visit: www.

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Cattle-tracking program gives ranchers an edge Cam Fortems – Kamloops This Week A mandatory cattle-tracking program in Canada gives ranchers a unique edge in marketing, a industry leader recently told a Kamloops conference. The B.C. Cattlemen’s Association and the B.C. Association of Abattoirs recently hosted a workshop on cattle traceability and what it can offer beyond its stated goal of food safety. The Canadian Food and Inspection Agency instituted a radiofrequency tag program for all beef cattle in the wake of the bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) crisis a decade ago. That system allows quick tracing of animals in cases of disease outbreak. But, Larry Thomas, national coordinator for the Beef InfoXchange System (BIXS) for Canadian

Cattlemen, told KTW it also gives retailers and producers a window into production that can be used for marketing or feedback on quality of the product.

Radio-frequency identification tags are not mandatory in the United States and industry leaders asked the question: “Can we bring value to the fact we have to get tags in Canada?”

Thomas said the industry believes the tags give ranchers in Canada an advantage. For example, ranchers can retain ID numbers and determine how their animals are graded after they are sent to Alberta packing plants. “Today, a rancher sells the animal at an auction and that’s the last thing they have for that animal.” On the other side, Thomas said, retailers will be able to use the tags to determine, for example, if beef is free of hormones or vaccines. They can advertise that fact. “It’s end-market intelligence.” While the radio-frequency tags are mandatory, use of BIXS is not. Thomas said the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association is advising ranchers to use the system, which replaces a difficult-to-use earlier version. There is no fee to use the system.

Legislation introduced to provide greater clarity in B.C.'s parks Ministry of Environment VICTORIA – Amendments to the Park Act introduced recently outline clear requirements for certain activities within B.C.'s provincial parks to ensure natural resources are protected, announced Environment Minister Mary Polak. Bill 4 – the Park Amendment Act, 2014 brings forward three new amendments that, if passed, will provide clear and consistent direction around authorizing out-

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in British Columbia. However, these economic activities will not be at the cost of our environment." If passed, these amendments will:

• Ensure commercial filming activities in Class A parks are properly authorized. Having the proper authorities in place eliminates uncertainties, helping to draw more production companies to the province, showcasing B.C.'s worldclass parks system. • Remove an arbitrary size provision in the act, ensuring all Class A parks are managed to the same high standards, regardless of their size. In 1965, this provision was added to the act to give a higher level of protection to parks 2,023 hectares or less in size. Over

the years, protected area management tools, including management planning with public involvement, impact assessments and conservation risk assessments, have been developed, ensuring strong protection for all parks. • Allow permits for research and information gathering, like vegetation sampling, fish surveys and geotechnical studies, to assist in determining whether future economic development projects may be feasible. These permits would be considered only after a thorough review

of protected area values, including management plans, impact assessments and conservation assessments. The Park Act is one of the principal pieces of legislation governing protected areas in British Columbia, providing for the administration and management of provincial parks, recreation areas and conservancies. British Columbia has the highest percentage of its land base dedicated to protected areas in Canada, and one of the largest protected-areas systems in North America.

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ONGOING EVENTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Indoor Market: 1st Saturday of month, 9 am – 2 pm, Elks Hall, info - 250-674-3763 • Tuesday Morning Coffee (TMC): Meets 10am – 11:30 @ Clearwater Community Baptist Church. All women and children welcome. (9:30-10 am Bible Study). Info 250-674-3624 • Raft River Rockhounds: 3rd Sat of the mth. Clw Lodge 1pm 250-674-2700 • Women in Business Luncheon: 2nd Thurs. of the mth at Wells Gray Inn, 12–2 pm. Preregister at 250-674-2700 • Clearwater Choir: Youth 3:30 - 5 pm; Adult 6:30 - 9 pm, Tuesdays, Clearwater Christian Church • Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 250-674-3703 for more info. • Clearwater Farmers’ Market May – Oct. Saturdays 9am– Noon. For more info please call Anne at 250-674-3444. • Clearwater-Vavenby Lions Bingo: Every 2nd Tues. Elks Hall. 250-587-6269 • M&M (Mrs. & Ms.) Social. Last Sun of the mth Wells Gray Inn. 1pm: 250-587-6503 • Blackpool Community Hall Coffee House; Local musicians – 2nd Fri. of the mth. 6:30pm. Concession, $3 or 2 for $5. • Clearwater Elks Bingo - every 2nd Thurs. Elks Hall. open 5pm • Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm. • Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm. CHILDREN & FAMILIES • Racoon StrongStart - Raft River Elem school days Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 8:45-11:45am • Racoon StrongStart - Vavenby Elm school days Wed 8:5011:50am • Clearwater Breastfeeding Group: 3rd Wed. of every month 7:30pm @ YCS • Mother Goose - Monday mornings, reg. Kerry 250-6743530 • NT BC Home Schoolers: Meets Fri. afternoons. Call Leanna 250-674-0057 for details • Kids Club: Clearwater New Life Assembly. Meets every Thur. 3-5 pm. Ages 5-12. For info contact Bobbi @ 250-674-3346

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Trades, Technical Civil Engineering Technologist II (re-Advertisement) District of Kitimat, full time permanent, wage range $37.94 - $45.90, over two years. Civil Technologist diploma required. Duties include infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proficient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D. and MS Office. Valid BC driver’s license required. Submit resumes by February 27, 2014, 4:40 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca. Further information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca

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Community groups helped form Barriere Barriere is currently celebrating its 100th birthday during 2014. Looking back in the towns history many elements come to the forefront that helped form the community into what it is today. One such element is volunteerism. Volunteering has always been a big part of life for those living in and around Barriere. Here are some of the organizations that have played a part in the community’s history: • Barriere not only used to have an airstrip, but it also had a Flying Club. In 1948, supplies of food and sandbags were flown in to help crews effecting repairs at the Allen Lake dam. As a result of this use of an aircraft, interest in forming a flying club and developing an airstrip was generated. In the ensuing months, Harry Mayson and Ken Petersen worked at getting a lease on the land required from the provincial government, and work commenced on clearing, grading and fencing, the lease having been granted. The Barriere Flying Club had now been formed and registered under the Societies Act as a non-profit, recreational flying club with R.W. “Bob” Andrews as president, Harry Mayson, vicepresident, Dave Sorley, secretary, and T.D. Mitchell, treasurer. By the spring of 1949, about 14 students were enrolled, and flying instructions under the direction of Peter Cornwallis had commenced. In late 1949, the plane was equipped with skis for winter flying. In the summer of 1950, through the efforts of Norman Newberry, Henry Cooper and Walter Mackenzie, material and labour was made available to erect a hanger that included a small office and a club-room. In June 1950, Ken Petersen was transfered to Williams Lake. Then at a later date, Harry Mayson was transfered to Chase and R.W. Andrews left the BC Power Commission in June of 1951. With no licensed pilots left in Barriere, the club decided to sell the plane but to keep the field in operation. • The Royal Canadian Legion in Barriere was the 242nd branch to be installed in B.C. The first meetings of the original 46 members were held in the Native Sons Hall in Louis Creek, with guidance from Kamloops Branch 52, and the branch received their charter on Feb. 3, 1953. Property was then purchased from Barriere resident Harry G. “Pappy” Yokum. A partially finished building was converted into the Legion premises with lumber donated by Fadear Creek Mill and Bert Cleavely’s Mill.

Many parties were held using piles of lumber for benches and planks for tables. With the community and Legion members putting in many volunteer hours, the meeting place was finished, and the new building opened in 1955. • Also in 1955, they were joined by the formation of the Legion Ladies Auxiliary. The purpose of forming an auxiliary was to assist the branch members in their undertakings and to help in the community. In 1967 the Auxiliary became an open Auxiliary, which permitted more ladies to join, and activities increased accordingly. • Before 1952, farm youth in B.C. and the rest of Canada were organized under the Canadian Council on Boys’ and Girls’ Club Work. In each province, club programs were directed by the provincial Department of Agriculture and local leaders. In 1948, B.C. had a total of 147 clubs with 1512 members. In 1952, these clubs became know as 4-H which was a worldwide movement. • About 1941-42, a number of local youth from Darfield, Chinook Cove and Barriere areas were meeting with others in the lower North Thompson Beef Club. In 1943, with Willie Watt as leader, the Barriere Beef Club was formed, and the 4-H meetings were held at different farms. The 4H Achievement Day was the Fat Stock Show and Sale in Kamloops, and after 1950, also included the local North Thompson Fall Fair at Louis Creek and later Barriere. • In the early 1950’s, the Boulder Mountain 4-H Dairy Club was formed with Lucille Gardiner as leader, followed by Howard Beharrell and others. • A number of girls were members of a 4-H sewing club called Barriere Knotting Bells, which was led by Kitty Watt. • In the late 1950’s a Barriere and District 4-H Lamb Club existed. • It was approximately 1952 when the Squam Bay-Louis Creek 4-H Beef Club was formed and continued to about 1960. • During the late 1950’s and 1960’s, Squam Bay and Brennan Creek had an active 4-H Sewing Club. During the time of these clubs, the members attended achievement days locally and in Kamloops. The first meeting of the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association was called by Ernie Schmidt, member of the Chamber of Commerce, at the Chinook Cove Hall in the spring of 1950. The Native Sons grounds and hall in Louis Creek, were

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An undated photograph of Barriere’s early years, shows Fred Long leading the Mounted Scout Troup in a Fall Fair parade, traveling north up Barriere Town Road to the fairgrounds in Barriere. If anyone could help date this photograph it would be appreciatted. Please contact the Star/Journal to do so. sold to this new organization later for $1, and enthusiasm from Heffley Creek, Squam Bay, Darfield and Little Fort grew rapidly. Many of these farmers and craft folk had exhibited for many years at the Pacific National Exhibition in Vancouver, and at Kamloops fairs. A big factor in the promotion of this idea was from the 4-H leaders, who wanted a local outlet for their club achievements. The Native Sons Hall at Louis Creek burned down in the winter of 1956/57 and only 4-H achievements were held in 1957. The next year a new hall was built with the plan of using it as an agricultural display building for the crafts and vegetable exhibits during the fair. Ten years later it was moved in three sections to the association’s new home on East Barriere Lake Road. Fadear Creek Lumber had exchanged properties with the fall fair association, as they needed the Louis Creek fairgrounds property for expansion of their log yard. • Baseball was one sport that served to tie the peoples of the North Thompson together. At these games, family and friends of the

players had the valued chance to meet with and talk to people from other communities, thus created bonds of friendship that might not have otherwise existed. The ball diamond in Barriere at the time was situated where the elementary school is now located. If there weren’t enough young men from Barriere to form a team, the men would play for another community, often Louis Creek. • In cold weather skating was enjoyed in back yards, on lakes, the river or wherever a sheet of ice could be found. During the 1950s young men from the communities of Little Fort, Barriere, Chu Chua and Louis Creek played in a hockey league. Barriere had a number of young fellows who enjoyed hockey on a rink situated where the Barriere library sits now. If they didn’t have the necessary equipment, the players improvised using newspapers tied around their shins and an old boot heel for the hockey puck. Article compiled by Star/Journal staff. with excerpts from the book Exploring Our Roots.

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Four robins rest in a tree by Riverside Drive in Vavenby. One area resident reported seeing six of the red-breasted birds on Jan. 22. For comparison, in 2012 the first robin reported to the Times was seen on Mar. 19 in Clearwater.

First robins of the year A red-breasted robin sits in a tree near the North Thompson River in Vavenby on Feb. 12. The area is, "The banana belt of the banana belt," according to local resident Tammy Marsel. "I can't wait to put my garden in. It's spring in Vavenby." Photos submitted

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Transformation Mask, circa 1882-1890: wood, bird feathers, animal fur, pigment, leather copper.

Haida master Charles Edenshaw inspired modern First Nation artists Tom Fletcher – Black Press Doris Shadbolt’s 1986 book "Bill Reid," beautifully chronicles the career of Canada’s best known Haida artist, whose signature works reside at the University of B.C., Vancouver International Airport and the Canadian Embassy in Washington D.C. French anthropologist Claude LeviStrauss declared that Reid “... tended and revived a flame that was so close to dying,” and lifted Northwest Coast aboriginal art onto the world stage. More than two decades later comes a book and exhibition to recognize the artist who kept that flame alive at its lowest ebb, and passed it down to Reid and other modern masters of Haida art. Charles Edenshaw was born in 1839 and died around 1920, after surviving the sec-

Headdress frontlet, late 1870s-early 1880s: wood, pigment, abalone shell.

ond wave of smallpox that devastated aboriginal populations along the B.C. coast. In a foreword to the lavishly illustrated book "Charles Edenshaw", Haida chief and carver James Hart describes how the young artist learned the ancient ways at a time when his culture was struggling to survive European

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settlement, disease and cultural domination. “Charles still worked with his Uncle Albert Edenshaw, carving totem poles, argillite, etc., perfecting his artistry,” Hart writes. “Carving was – and is – our way of writing, recording history, showing our prerogatives, our stories, our beliefs, our religion.”

Robert Davidson, perhaps the most famous Haida artist since Reid’s death in 1998, is Edenshaw’s great grandson. Davidson and later Hart were taught by Reid, closing a circle that began when Reid learned the Haida way of carving from his maternal grandfather, who had been trained by Charles Edenshaw. “The magic of Edenshaw’s work embodies millennia of development of Haida art,” Davidson writes in the book. An exhibition of more than 200 of Charles Edenshaw’s works, assembled from public and private collections around the world, was held at the Vancouver Art Gallery from Oct. 26 to Feb. 2. "Charles Edenshaw", the companion book to the exhibition, is published by the Vancouver Art Gallery and Black Dog Publishing, London England.

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