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The proposed New Prosperity Mine project, and agreed with its Gold-Copper Project near Fish Lake conclusions about the environmenhas been rejected again by the fed- tal impacts of the project.” eral environment ministry. The FRP recommended On Feb. 26, 2014, rejection of the project in Environment Minister October 2013 because it Leona Aglukkaq issued her felt environmental damage decision under the Canadian to the Fish Lake fish and Environmental Assessment fish habitat and wetlands Act. would be irreparable for the The environment minisproposed open-pit mine try press release stated: “The – about 125 kilometres Brian Minister of the Environment Battison southwest of Williams Lake. has concluded that the New Taseko Mines Ltd. viceProsperity Mine project is likely president of corporate affairs Brian to cause significant adverse envi- Battison’s reaction to the announceronmental effects that cannot be ment was disappointment not only mitigated. The Governor in Council for the company but also for the has determined that those effects are “thousands of people who supportnot justified in the circumstances; ed the project and worked hard to therefore, the project may not pro- see it become a reality.” ceed. Noting Taseko “fundamentally “In making its decision, the feder- disagrees” with Ottawa’s decision, al government considered the report Battison said the setback doesn’t of the independent [federal] review spell the end of the project. panel (FRP), which conducted a rigContinued on 3 orous review of the New Prosperity
First Nations celebrating project's rejection
First Nations groups are celebrating the federal government’s rejection of the proposed New Prosperity Gold-Copper Project and want to see the “end to 20-year effort to turn a pristine area into open-pit disaster.” Federal Environment Minister Leona Aglukkaq’s Feb. 26 decision to reject the mine proposal was welcomed by Tsilhqot’in chiefs, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief A-in-chut Shawn Atleo, Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) president and Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, and First Nations everywhere, according to a Feb. 27 Tsilhqot’in National Government (TNG) press release. The TNG now calls on this to be the end of a “costly, pointless battle that has dragged on since at least 1995, when Taseko Mines Ltd. was first told by the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans not to waste
any further time or money pursuing this unacceptable project.” The mine proposal was opposed vigorously by the Tsilhqot’in Nation with the unanimous support of B.C.’s and Canada’s First Nations and received an unprecedented two scathing independent expert panel reports, which make clear the project was unacceptable environmentally and in terms of its impact on First Nations’ rights and culture, and that these impacts were immitigable, the TNG states. TNG tribal chair Chief Joe Alphonse said they are celebrating this decision to reject once again this “terrible project, which threatened our pristine waters, fish and Aboriginal rights. “We commend the federal government for not bowing to industry lobbying and instead respecting the Continued on 5
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Mining giant challenging environment ministry decision in court From 1
“Saying no to this project, which has such significance and is so important to the central area of British Columbia and the people of B.C., is not an acceptable answer. “These resources are owned by the people of British Columbia under the Constitution of Canada. They’re granted to the province and it’s up to the province to decide how, if and when, those resources are used for the betterment of the people. “[The provincial government has] decided this project should be built and the value and benefit from it should go to the people. Now, the government of Canada is standing in the way of that.” There doesn’t seem to be any winners in this decision, Battison noted. “Even from a First Nations perspective, the federal government has snatched away the hope of a better future in the Cariboo – new jobs and opportunities closer to home.” What now? The federal review panel (FRP) process and its findings were flawed and the evidence of that is very strong and that’s why were going to court, he explains. “It all stems from whether or not there’s an engineered liner on the bottom of the pit in the tailings storage facility and to what degree will that design be to leak and what impact that water, should it leak, have on Fish Lake.” Battison noted Knight Piesold, which Taseko used for its proposed project, designs waste
rock facilities around the world. It designed the tailings storage facility at Mount Milligan near Prince George and it is recognized as the new standard by the provincial government as best practices in B.C., he added. When the FRP announced its recommendations on Oct. 31, 2013 – based on the input from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) – Taseko was surprised by the outcome, and so was Knight Piesold. Battison said Knight Piesold scoured the panel’s tailings storage facility documentation and discovered NRCan used the wrong model design – not the design Taseko put forward but some other design – to base its findings for the report. He noted Taseko wrote the environment minister to inform her NRCan had used the wrong waste rock storage model. In her decision, however, Aglukkaq stated she relied on the FRP’s report. “For whatever reason, NRCan didn’t recognize there was an engineered liner.” Battison said Taseko initiated a judicial review in December 2013 and it is underway and running its course. He added there will very likely be another court case, during which Taseko will challenge this decision and seek to have it overturned by the federal court. Battison noted Taseko wants the court to decide if the “duty of administrative fairness” was exercised appropriately during the decision-making process.
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WHITE PAPER A Disability White Paper Conversation takes place on March 6 at 1:30 p.m. at Community Employment Services, 808 Alpine Ave. in 100 Mile House. This open discussion will look at how people with disabilities can most effectively network in the community, and examine related services in rural British Columbia. The public is invited to participate and must register ahead by contacting Kathy Stocks at 250-3955121 or e-mail to k.stocks@hortonven tures.com. Carole Rooney photo
Candice-Rose Mapson, left, knelt down to help Ashley Funke, right, with her hanging mobile craft during a recent after-school program activity at the 100 Mile House Branch Library. In the background, Mackayla Grieve, seated, and Kiera Kaldahl worked on their own projects.
Teachers poised for strike vote Carole Rooney Free Press
The British Columbia Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) has called a strike vote for March 6-7, citing the B.C. Liberal government’s continued refusal to put class size and special needs support limits back into the contract negotiations. Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett says government is dismayed to see a strike vote take place at this stage of the bargaining process. “We are very disappointed. We are still at the bargaining table and the BCTF has not as yet even tabled their ‘ask’, their package. “Nobody’s walked away from the table. I spoke with the minister.” The BCTF noted the provincial government’s offer is a 0.5 per cent increase on ratification, not retroactive to the past year, which would leave teachers with three years of no increase, and a far lower offer than the B.C. Liberals are offering other unionized groups. Cariboo Chilcotin Teachers’ Association president Murray Helmer says the government’s bargaining route of continuing to looking for strips to the agreement is “adding fuel” to the potential disruptions to the schools. “Our options are so limited
to put pressure on the government to come to the bargaining table with reasonable solutions to the issues. Having the ability to strike at our disposal is a way of pressuring both sides to come to a resolution.” There is no official, tabled dollar figure in the BCTF’s current bargaining stance because it needs to know if, and what government will offer for the other points, he explains. “If you’re going to spend money on class sizes, then that shrinks the overall pot available. Bargaining is a give-and-take process ... we’re not really able to move. There’s nothing there that is a position where we can say ‘we will trade this for this’ because they are all contract strips at this point.” Meanwhile, the education ministry has successfully obtained a stay of ruling for the recent B.C. Supreme Court decision that requires class sizes and composition to be restored to 2002 levels. Justice David Harris cited submissions from district superintendents around the province in his decision on granting the stay, and noted it would be unlikely the ministry’s appeal of Constitutional arguments would be complete by this fall. Says Helmer: “I don’t think it’s a huge surprise, but we weren’t looking for immediate restora-
tion of everything anyway.” The stay of ruling doesn’t change much that could have been implemented in schools now, he explains, except for additional support staffing that could have been put in place without reconfiguring classes. “It doesn’t appear the government is prepared to spend any additional money in education. The budget came out after the ruling from [Justice Susan Griffith], and they did not put any additional money in the system.” Helmer adds he sees more than $12 billion in new funding allocated in the budget for a “handful of projects” – all of which are in the Lower Mainland – so it is clearly a matter of government priorities. “We would like once again to see the courts rule on the appeal as quickly as possible to ensure the message is still in play, and [government] has to follow it – it is the law.” Helmer notes the BCTF annual general meeting happens March 15-18, which he believes will include discussions of “what lies ahead” for the union and for education. “We have indicated, in an initial response to activate the strike vote, that it wouldn’t affect students in their classrooms, extra-curricular activities or report cards.”
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PIPELINE HEARINGS British Columbia has applied to be an intervenor in the National Energy Board’s review of Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain Expansion pipeline project. Intervenor status will allow the province to take an active role at the panel hearings to ensure if the project does proceed, it represents the interests of the people of B.C. and meets five key conditions, including stringent environmental protection. More details are online at www2. news.gov.bc.ca/ news_releases_20132017/2014ENV0005000154.htm.
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tion from a high of $84,900 to a record low of $40,000. “We will be asking the [BCGPEB] Two community organizations to reconsider this decision, and we in 100 Mile House are receiving appreciate the support of our CaribooCommunity Gaming Grants total- Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett.” ling $98,125 to assist in programs for However, if CFEC is not able to women, youth and families. secure additional funding for the “I am pleased to announce these Youth Zone, it will have no choice but Community Gaming Grants support- to reduce hours and days of operation ing local organizations who work with and potentially close during the sumyouth and families,” says Cariboo- mer and school breaks, she explains. Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett. “We would also like to ask the com“This additional funding ben- munity to consider providing support efits the communities of the to help our vulnerable famiCariboo-Chilcotin by keeping lies. We invite you to call us at our families strong, healthy, 250-395-5155 for more inforand vibrant.” mation.” The Cariboo Family The 100 Mile & District Enrichment Centre Society Women’s Centre Society is (CFEC) is receiving $81,125 receiving $17,000 in funding for a host of programs, includto support a drop-in support Terri ing the My Daddy and Me program. Women’s Centre Lewis program, Family Nutrition executive director Terri Lewis program, Child Care Centre, says it is “exciting” to see it and many others. received $2,000 more than last year’s CFEC executive director Lisa De gaming grant amount. Paoli says she and the board are grate“We’re always appreciative to get ful, but also concerned. anything, and we are very happy with It is a drop from its previous fund- it. It certainly helps us to keep our ing levels, she explains, so programs doors open and to keep our drop-in will have to be cut unless it can suc- program going.” cessfully appeal for more funding. Many women in the 100 Mile House “We greatly appreciate the sup- area rely on the drop-in program for port of the BC Gaming Policy & basic and essential needs for themEnforcement Branch [BCGPEB] and selves and their children, she notes, the province of British Columbia.... including its emergency food cupUnfortunately, the funding approval board and soup program, as well as was significant less than the request of the clothing, personal hygiene items $174,000 and less than the $104,125 and household products it offers. approved last year that is needed to “In 2013, we had more than 3,000 help families be healthy and improve connections to our drop-in program.” the economy of the South Cariboo.” Organizations interested in applyDe Paoli notes one of the signifi- ing for Community Gaming Grants cant reductions has been to the Youth can find full application information Zone funding, reducing the alloca- at www.gaming.gov.bc.ca/grants. Carole Rooney Free Press
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100 Mile Free Press Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Council gives third reading to zoning bylaw amendment
Ken Alexander Free Press
No one showed up for the District of 100 Mile House council’s Feb. 26 public hearing for the Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1261, 2014, which amends definitions in Zoning Bylaw No. 801, 1999. The amendment prohibits medical marijuana production facilities within District boundaries. Changes included adding a definition of a medical marijuana facility; altering the definition “agriculture;” and amending the prohibited uses of land, buildings and structures to include medical marijuana production facilities. District planner Joanne Doddridge told council she had not received any phone
calls or written comments about the bylaw amendment – one way or the other. While waiting the obligatory 15 minutes before adjourning the hearing, one councillor raised an interesting point about the bylaw amendment. Ralph Fossum said he noticed the bylaw was amending the definition of agriculture “... but excludes medical marijuana production facility and the processing and retail sales of farm products....” Fossum said he had concerns about disallowing retail sales of farm products. “I’m wondering if that means someone can’t sell a dozen eggs or a few chickens?” Doddridge noted that particular portion of the bylaw had not changed, as it was simply copied the agriculture definition from the existing bylaw and then she added the medical marijuana portion.
By stating retail sales off a farm would not be allowed, Fossum said it meant no farm-gate sales would be allowed. “I know it’s not what’s intended, but it is a little bit concerning in how we interpret that.” He added there are agricultural zones within the municipal boundaries, including Bridge Creek Estates and100 Mile Ranch, which sells hay. However, Mayor Mitch Campsall brought a halt to the discussion when he said the reason council was conducting a public hearing was to hear public discussion on the medical marijuana portion of the bylaw amendment. He noted changes may be needed for the bylaw at a later date. Later that evening, council gave third reading to the zoning bylaw amendment.
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science and the independent process, which came to the conclusion this project would have devastating impacts on the environment and our Nation’s ability to practise our rights in a sacred spiritual site. These impacts could not be mitigated.” Said Chief Roger William of the Xeni Gwet’in First Nations government: “We are talking about one of the few areas in Canada to have a court declaration of proven Aboriginal rights, so it is no surprise the government had to reject this. Now is the time to make this decision the full and final rejection. “We call on the province and Taseko Mines Ltd. to acknowledge that this is the end, to pack up their tents and go home. The company has wasted too many resources and time on a project that was first rejected in 1995. “It is time to look elsewhere and leave us in peace. We believe Taseko Mines Ltd.’s investors feel the same way after funding three failed attempts to get this approved.” Y u n e s i t ’ i n Government Chief Russell Myers Ross said it has become clear through these two pro-
cesses that the status try wants certainty.” quo is untenable. AFN National Chief “To try and force Atleo said the AFN is unwelcome and proud to stand with destructive mining the Tsilhqot’in to celprojects at the cost of all ebrate this victory, just other values, including as it had stood with the First Nations TNG throughrights and title, out all stages is a path to of its fight for greater conflict. the recognition The Tsilhqot’in of First Nations look forward rights and title. to protecting “We comTeztan Biny as mend the a sacred site, Tsilhqot’in for Roger meanwhile their incredible WIlliam developing a perseverance broader vision for how protecting their rights, to responsibly use the their scared sites, their wealth of our lands peoples and their econin our territory. This omies. We commend needs to be the full and the minister and the final rejection if indus- federal government for
making the right decision that is symbolic of a path forward right across this country – respecting Indigenous rights and title, respecting environmental concerns and clearing away barriers to building respectful and sustainable approaches to community and economic development.” UBCIC Grand Chief Phillip said the government made the only responsible decision, which was to protect the water and fish, and in doing so, protect the people. “We will continue to steadfastly support and stand with the
Tsilhqot’in as they move forward with their own plans to protect Teztan Biny and its environs. We also hope this decision is a lesson taken to heart: that genuine, actual certainty on the land starts with the full recognition of Aboriginal title and rights.” Read the reactions of area politicians and folks who are either elated or disappointed with the decision in the March 12 edition of the Free Press.
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CRD tax increase of 2.4 per cent proposed
Ken Alexander Free Press
Those who attended the Cariboo Regional District (CRD) 2014 budget consultation meeting in the District of 100 Mile House council chambers on Feb. 27 learned there is a proposed 2.4 per cent tax increase, which includes new and improved services. There was a good turnout for the meeting with more than a dozen members of the general public along with CRD staff and directors, as well as District Mayor Mitch Campsall and Councillor Dave Mingo
in attendance. There are also seven people taking in the session through an online hookup, which was something new the CRD offered to residents who were unable attend the meeting. CRD chief administration officer (CAD) Janis Bell led everyone through the PowerPoint presentation. In 2000, she noted, the CRD adopted a 10-year capital plan to avoid borrowing for projects, and by doing so, the Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District (CCRHD) is saving around $1.5 million a year in financing
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Janis Bell led the budget consultation presentations throughout the CRD.
costs. In 2011, the regional district approved a new
plan calling for a reduction in CCRHD taxation each year until the residential tax rate reaches $50 per $100,000 property assessment. In 2013, the rate was $62/$100,000. Then, Bell explained, the CRD became aware of the significant costs of two major capital projects on the horizon – the rebuilds of GR Baker Memorial Hospital in Quesnel and the Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake. According to the master plans, she noted they have been costed
out at around $150 million apiece. The CAO said the CCRHD has to pick up 40 per cent of the costs, which is $60 million on each project for $120 million, while the health authorities pick up the remaining $180 million. Noting the CCRHD has slightly more than $20 million in the bank, Bell added the board decided to put the residential tax rate back up to $70/$100,000 assessment and keep it there until there is a clearer idea of the final costs for these projects and a
Interlakes business sector aims for aesthetics Carole Rooney Free Press
The Interlakes Economic Association (IEA) is applying to a Facade Improvement Program that could see a facelift appear on some area businesses. IEA president Dianne Lawson says the application was submitted to the Northern Development Initiative Trust funding program after several Interlakes area businesses expressed interest. If successful, any business on a commercially-zoned property within the boundaries of the Interlakes Official Community Plan will be able to apply for 50 per cent program funding for aesthetically improving its building front. “We have got administration procedures ready to go, and we are hoping
to have a number of businesses apply.” The Cariboo Regional District board is adding its voice of support after directors recently agreed to provide a letter of support for the IEA project application. The IEA decided not to restrict what facade changes may occur and would like to see some new thoughts emerge on what improvements might look best, Lawson says. “We hope to see some new ideas on the face of businesses this spring and summer. Then, not only is the business looking better, but once a few businesses begin to improve their buildings, you attract more customers, and you build community pride.” Lawson says she sees increasing community pride as the primary benefit of the program.
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The South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce has announced the nominees for the 20th Annual Business Excellence Awards. SCCC executive director Lianne Heales says a good variety of nominees came in from across the South Cariboo this year. “We thank everyone who took the time to nominate their favourites. Congratulations to all of those who are nominees.” Only Chamber members can vote for a nominee in all categories, except the People’s Choice award, up until the deadline at noon on March 14. Everyone else in the community is welcome and encouraged to vote for their favourite business nominee for the People’s Choice award, with a deadline of noon on March 19. To vote, complete the voting form on page 4 and drop it off at the Chamber office at #2-385
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e have now completed our seven scheduled consultation forums and it was gratifying to see so many passionate people stepping up and making presentations about how we can best address historical wrongs by past British Columbia governments against the Chinese community. During the forums held in Victoria, Kamloops, Vancouver and Kelowna, Burnaby and Richmond speakers provided us with valuable input as we sought to identify the wording, delivery and legacy of the apology. While views may differ about what a meaningful apology should entail, it is clear that there are many people with passionate views and each adds something valuable as we move forward. Having heard more than 100 submissions and stories
throughout the consultation community. process, it is clear to me I want to emphasize that how important this apology from day 1, we have asked process is, as is the need to all British Columbians to get the apology right. participate by attending the One thing that was crystal forums, or by submitting clear during the their views forums was a online or by desire by many correspondence that the apology and many have. signify closure, I was and that we encouraged by continue moving the extensive forward as a media coverage welcoming and and the inclusive society. conversation I think it is fair it started in TERESA to say that while the broader WAT many people had community. heard about the I do believe federally-imposed head tax, there is more awareness many British Columbians now amongst British were not aware of the Columbians about the historic wrongs that took historic wrongs committed place in B.C. between 1872 against the Chinese people and 1948. by past governments. That is why it is so Today, B.C. is the most important that we shine a ethnically diverse province light on this dark part of in Canada. British Columbia’s history, Our province was built and acknowledge the past on the backs of our hardwrongs against the Chinese working ancestors and the
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espite what many people may think or wish, the battle over the proposed New Prosperity Gold-Copper project appears to be far from a done deal. First Nations leaders and other anti-New Prosperity groups were absolutely elated when federal Environment Minister Leona Aglukkaq announced the mining proposal in the Cariboo-Chilcotin was rejected on Feb. 26. They were celebrating their hard-earned victory and urging the pro-New Prosperity groups to allow the fight to be over. They want the wounds caused by the rift between the two sides to be healed, so they can move forward together. Chief Roger William of the Xeni Gwet’in First Nations government suggested the provincial government and Taseko Mines Ltd. should pack up their tents and go home. Meanwhile, Taseko and the groups and citizens who supported the project were very disappointed in the environment minister’s decision. Aglukkaq said the New Prosperity proposal was rejected because the project would likely cause significant environmental effect that can't be mitigated. She also noted the federal government’s decision relied heavily on the report of the federal review panel, “which conducted a rigorous review of the New Prosperity proposal,” and agreed with the panel’s recommendations for rejection, which were made public on Oct. 31, 2013. The panel’s recommendation primarily centred on Taseko’s tailings storage facility and Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) finding that the facility would seep and negatively impact Fish Lake, its fish and fish habitat, and the surrounding wetlands. However, the company that was going to build the tailings storage facility for New Prosperity went through NRCan’s report and discovered the model it used for tailings storage was different model than the model Taseko provided. After e-mailing a letter to the environment minister to explain the mistake and suggest another evaluation should be done with the proper engineered liner for the tailings storage facility and not receiving a response from the ministry, Taseko initiated a judicial review in December 2013. It is currently working its way through the system and will take months before it’s heard in a federal court. Now, it’s very likely there will be another court case to determine if the “duty of administrative fairness was exercised appropriately by the ministry during the decision-making process.” Until these issues are resolved, the battle for New Prosperity will likely carry on.
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Chinese community is part of this legacy. We committed to working with the opposition, and we have honoured that commitment. The Opposition suggested that we hold two more consultations outside of the Lower Mainland, and we acted on that recommendation by adding forums in Prince George and Kelowna. While some people might say this is not the right time for an apology, it does not change the fact that it is the right thing to do. And the best time is the present. So now is the time for all of us to work together to deliver meaningful apology to the Chinese community for historic wrongs. Teresa Wat is the British Columbia Minister of International Trade and Minister Responsible for the Asia Pacific Strategy and Multiculturalism.
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To the editor: I am writing in response to your Feb. 19 editorial (Federal budget politics) criticizing Economic Action Plan 2014. This budget is the next important step in the plan that has provided Canada over one million new jobs since the depths of the recession while returning to balanced budgets, and a $6.4-billion surplus by 2015. This has been achieved without raising taxes and without cutting transfer payments to the provinces for crucial servic-
es, like health care and education. In addition to keeping Canada on the path to balanced budgets, Economic Action Plan 2014 has a number of new initiatives, including the historic $53- billion New Building Canada Plan for public infrastructure despite the article’s claim that “crumbling infrastructure across the country” has not been tackled by our government. Since our government came to office, the average annual federal funding for provincial, territorial and municipal infra-
structure has almost doubled. The 2007 Building Canada Plan has supported over 12,000 infrastructure projects across Canada, including in our region. There was $24.74 million in federal Building Canada Fund and provincial funding to make road improvements to Highway 97 through North Thompson and the Cariboo, $367,000 to 108 Mile House for the construction of two new reservoirs, almost $400,000 to 100 Mile House for municipal projects, and $2.79 million to the
Try not to shop between noon and 1 p.m. To the editor: My husband and I moved into town after 38 years at Horse Lake. Shortly after settling in, just before Christmas, one evening our doorbell rang for the first time. I admit it was a little scary and a little exciting. Our two dogs went crazy as they were allowed to bark for the first time since leaving 40 acres. Upon opening the door, there stood three beautiful young girls and I assume a mother. They began to sing Christmas carols, and when they were finished, we automatically began digging into our pockets for a donation of some kind. They refused and said they were just spreading love and good cheer. The same three beautiful young
ladies and mother appeared at our door on Valentine’s Day with cards, candy and Valentine’s Day wishes and then left. It wasn’t until the next day we noticed a row of sticks with handpainted hearts stuck in the snow along our sidewalk. I’m positive we were on of many to receive this heart-warming experience. Let’s remember 100 Mile House has a lot of great teens being raised by a lot of great parents. PS: If teens intimidate you, just remember Safeway is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Why are you there from noon to 1 p.m.; they don’t have a choice [PSO lunch hour]? Earl and Jean-Anne Robitaille 100 Mile House
Cariboo for municipal projects. The 2014 edition will ensure that over the next 10 years we continue on that record of building roads, bridges, subways, commuter rail and other public infrastructure that enables the prosperity of all Canadians. While there are too many initiatives to completely list here, the article does mention the new tax break for search-and-rescue volunteers, the new Canada Apprentice Loan providing apprentices in the trades with
access to over $100 million in interest-free loans each year, and the $305 million committed to extend and enhance broadband service for up to an additional 280,000 rural Canadians. While the article chalks these up to “good sound bytes,” I hope the search-and-rescue volunteers, apprentices, and rural Canadians who benefit can appreciate them for more than that. Cathy McLeod, MP Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo
Fish Lake Alliance applauds Minister Aglukkaq's decision Confident folks can move forward together To the editor: This is an open letter to federal Environment Minister Leona Aglukkaq from the Fish Lake Alliance. The Fish Lake Alliance wishes to commend you for your Feb. 26 decision, rejecting the proposed New Prosperity Mine at Teztan Biny near Williams Lake, British Columbia. The New Prosperity Mine proposal went through an extensive Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA) review last summer (2013), and the panel report was scathing for both the environmental integrity of the mining plan, and for the cultural harm the mine would have inflicted upon the Xeni Gwet’in First Nation, Yunesit’in and Tsilhqot’in First Nations communities. The Fish Lake Alliance, an ad hoc group of Cariboo-Chilcotin citizens based in Williams Lake,
applauds your decision. We are encouraged you have honoured the environmental science and recommendations of the CEAA panel. The CEAA assessment of the mine was very thorough and scientific and conducted by an array of world-class scientists at the top of their various fields. Thank you for honouring that. As proud citizens of the Cariboo-Chilcotin, we feel for the disappointment of some of our friends and neighbours who supported the mine. We are a strong community, and are confident we can move forward together towards an economically and environmentally sustainable future that honours the well-being of all people and precious places in our region, like Teztan Biny. Sage Birchwater Fish Lake Alliance
Crown jewel in Cariboo on table discussion between B.C. Premier Christy Alphonse told the Williams Lake Tribune. Clark and Alberta’s Alison Redford over Somehow efforts to move mine waste royalties from oil. rock from Teztan Biny (Fish Lake) to a Six aboriginal communities make up sealed storage site two kilometres away the Tsilhqot’in Nation, which has a long are not enough to protect groundwater, and bitter history of resistance although they are sufficient at against the Crown. They almost the nearby Gibraltar and Mount won a declaration of title to Polley mines. 40,000 hectares known as the Alphonse makes it clear this Nemiah Valley: forests, wild mysterious environmental horses, minerals and all, in problem will be solved once a 339-day trial that ended in he and his fellow chiefs have 2007. control of the resource. Their case suffered a setback A Supreme Court of Canada at the B.C. Court of Appeal, and ruling on aboriginal title is is now before the highest court. required to settle this. Tom Aboriginal rights have been If some limited form of title Fletcher established, but this would be is at last defined for the treatythe first clear title. less majority of B.C., or at least Tsilhqot’in tribal chair Chief Tsilhqot’in territory, the fate of Joe Alphonse was pleasantly surprised to the mine may become clear. see Taseko turned down again. He said Conventional wisdom on this is that the the Tsilhqot’in National Government is mining company didn’t try hard enough to releasing its own mining policies soon. establish a working relationship with the “We welcome opportunities to look at Tsilhqot’in. projects that are environmentally sound For his part, Taseko CEO Russell and we need economic opportunities,” Hallbauer says the chiefs refused to meet
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The New Prosperity mineral deposit near Williams Lake is described by the industry as one of the largest in the world, containing 5.3 billion pounds of copper and 13.3 million ounces of gold. The Stephen Harper government’s decision to reject open-pit mine development for a second time is seen by elected officials in the Cariboo region as a disaster. One of Quesnel’s sawmills is preparing to close for good, and I’ve been told there is more to come as the post-pine beetle era unfolds. Here in Victoria, the decision is mainly viewed as a huge mistake. Taseko Mines is going to court to show that the federal panel used the wrong design when reviewing the company’s expensively revised plan. The province has permitted two successful mines that operate in the same area, one of which is run by Taseko. In Ottawa, this is a Supreme Court of Canada test case over who owns the land and the mineral wealth underneath. In traditional Canadian law, the province owns it. This was highlighted in the recent
with him, which isn’t surprising from a group that doesn’t recognize the B.C. forests ministry either. Here’s a sample of the volume of evidence that may determine the future of B.C. Archeological studies presented at trial describe “18 roasting and/or pit depressions” at Teztan Biny. It’s not clear if these were for seasonal food preparation or for pit houses, which would indicate a more permanent settlement at the lake. Nor is it clear whether these “cultural depressions” have been identified as being of Tsilhqot’in origin. Oral histories are also uncertain. Tsilhqot’in witnesses testified that Teztan Biny has been used in the 20th century as a hunting and fishing camp. The mine was rejected due to ill-defined cultural as well as environmental concerns. B.C. residents could finally see some answers this year. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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the province Mounties injured in back-alley battle KAMLOOPS - A Kamloops Mountie tying to get a breath sample from a woman driving a vehicle ended up fighting off her angry husband behind a North Kamloops pub on Saturday night. Staff Sgt. Fran Bethell said the officer was doing a regular patrol along the back alley behind the Rock ‘n Firkin Pub on Sydney Avenue when he saw a woman driving a vehicle. The officer stopped and spoke to her and felt she had been drinking. While trying to get a sample of her breath in a roadside screening device, Bethell said, her husband, who had been drinking in the pub, came outside. Bethell said he was verbally abusive and attacked the officer, hitting and punching him. For several minutes, the officer fought the suspect while bystanders watched and recorded the melee with their smartphones. Other officers arrived and helped arrest the man. The suspect and two Mounties suffered injuries. Man pointed gun at kids during birthday party Merritt - On Feb. 21 around 5:45 p.m., a male resident on Coldwater Avenue was having a 10th birthday party for one of his children at his home. The children who were playing hide and seek told their dad that a man with a gun was at his truck down the alley and had pointed the gun at them. The father drove down the alley and noted a male standing near his pickup truck. When he approached, the male turned and pointed a longbarrel gun with a scope at the man who then accelerated and drove off. The father then observed the suspect male from a distance walk away with the gun. He advised that the male appeared to be staggering and was possibly intoxicated. The male was described as being approximately 25 years old, native, skinny with some facial hair, wearing a camouflage-printed jacket with a hood that was up and carrying a rifle with a scope. RCMP Police Dog Services and Forensic Identification Services attended the scene. The male was not located.
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Children between the ages of 10 and 20 need about 1300 mg of calcium every day. They are still growing and calcium is important. They can get that amount from two cups of milk, one cup of orange juice and a cup of yogurt every day. It’s been suggested that people who have trouble sleeping shouldn’t watch TV too close to bedtime. This could extend to the popular computer tablets and are used quite often in bed. These devices, like TVs, contain LED lights which emit blue and blue-green light which could cause sleep problems. This isn’t a proven link but if sleeping is a problem, try reducing TV and computer use before bedtime. Pharmacists dispense more than just medication. We dispense information. Our pharmacists can further your education about the medications you are taking.
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Members of the public help police track down break-and-enter culprits
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which the man was remanded in custody until March 3 to produce bail and then was released on strict conditions, including curfew restrictions.
report 100 Mile House RCMP responded to 38 calls for service this past week. Smash and grab The morning of Feb. 28 started off with a call at 6:22 a.m. about a truck used to break into the Forest Grove Store. An older model pickup truck, which had been rammed through the front door and metal grating, was still embedded in the building. The suspects had gained entry and made off with a sizable amount of liquor, tobacco and other items. Witnesses reported seeing suspects walking away from the scene. RCMP members along with the Police Dog Services member from Williams Lake followed tracks, which resulted in members’ attendance to a residence on Bakkan Road. Three extremely intoxicated males were arrested from inside the residence, all of whom are known to police, and were returned to 100 Mile House detachment. A search warrant was executed on the residence, which resulted a majority of the stolen items being located. All three were charged with breakand-enter to a business and bail hearings were conducted for all. James John Frank, 27, and George Lester Mooney, 54, were released on strict conditions. Timothy Joel Harden, 35, was remanded in custody until court in Williams Lake on March 3. Harden is also facing three counts of breaching an undertaking and one count of breaching a recognizance. Threatened with firearm Around 10:19 p.m. on Feb. 28, a report of a male being threatened was received by RCMP.
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After ramming a truck through the front door of the Forest Grove Store and stealing liquor, tobacco and other items, three men were arrested on Feb. 28.
It was reported that a male’s life was threatened by a subject holding a loaded, prohibited weapon in his hand. The apparent threat was uttered after being questioned about financial retribution for work completed. The 100 Mile House RCMP attended along with members from Cariboo Chilcotin Traffic Services and located the victim running down Highway 24 near Roe Lake. The suspect was believed to be alone inside his rural residence on High Country Road. Members attempted to contact the suspect and negotiate a peaceful surrender; however, the suspect was extremely intoxicated. Members remained on scene throughout
the night and arrested the suspect as he was leaving his residence in the morning and seized a loaded, prohibited weapon from his bag. A search warrant was executed on his residence and additional firearms were located. Charges of uttering threats and various firearms offences have been laid against the 58-yearold resident and he was released on various conditions. Break, enter and theft Around 5:14 a.m. of Feb. 27, 100 Mile RCMP received a report of break-and-enter at an occupied residence on Eighth Street in 100 Mile house. An elderly female reported she was awoken by a male in her bedroom. The male fled
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the room after emptying the contents of her purse and stealing cash from her wallet. 100 Mile House RCMP members attended along with a Police Dog Services member from Williams Lake and were successful in locating a suspect who matched the description of the intruder. A 23-year-old 100 Mile House resident was arrested and charged with break-and-enter into a residence and all stolen items were retrieved. A bail hearing was conducted during
Public involvement The above breakand-enter investigations were successful, in part due to the involvement of members of the public and their willingness to report incidents to the police. The witnesses in both cases provided key information that assisted police with the investigation and arrests of suspects. The 100 Mile House RCMP would like to thank those witnesses who have come forward on these investigations, as well as any other investigation, as witness information is a crucial component to battling crime within our community. Anyone observing any suspicious activity, can report it to 100 Mile RCMP at 250-395-2456 or anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477), or online at www.bccrime stoppers.com.
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Calling for Applicants 70 Mile and Area Community Fund
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A bursary of $300.00 is available for the continuing education or skills training of a resident of Watch lake, Green lake, Pressy lake, 70 Mile, and surrounding areas. Consideration will also be given to those who can show a close connection to this area. To apply, write a letter of 300-500 words, stating goals, educational plans, and your connection to the area. Include any volunteer, extra-curricular activities and community service. Send applications by April 30, 2014 to: The 70 Mile & Area Fund, c/o S. Wheeler, Box 29, 70 Mile House, BC V0K 2K0 This bursary can be used by any student, young or old, for further education or skills training. Proof of registration will be required. For further information email: shely_m@telus.net or moseley@bcinternet.net
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Celebrate differences women can make ‘Inspiring change’: theme for International Women’s Day 2014 on March 8
By Paula Faragher Each year around the world, International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on March 8. Thousands of events occur not just on this day but throughout March to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women. This year’s theme is “Inspiring Change.” The idea of a day for women began at the beginning of the 20th century in America and Europe. The focus was the movement for women’s rights and achieving universal suffrage for women. International Women’s Day really took hold between 1913 and 1917 when women held rallies either to protest the war or to express solidarity with their sisters. Despite great strides made by the international women’s rights movement over many
years, women and girls around the world are still married as children or trafficked into forced labour and sex slavery. Women are refused or excluded access to education and political participation, and some are trapped in conflicts where their bodies are perpetrated as a weapon. Around the world, deaths related to pregnancy and childbirth is needlessly high, and women are prevented from making deeply personal choices in their private lives. Many of us may think “this doesn’t happen in Canada” but we don’t have to leave our own province to see examples of the mistreatment of women. For years Aboriginal girls and women in northern British Columbia have succumb to violence and abuse on the “Highway of Tears.”
On average, women receive between 30 and 40 per cent less pay than men earn for the same work. Women also continue to be victims of violence, with rape and domestic violence listed as significant causes of disability and death. Women have fought for their rights on and off the field for years, many without knowing praise or validation. International Women’s Day is a day to celebrate all women for their contribution to moving forward for a more equal tomorrow. How do we move forward? My suggestion is to start small, start with self awareness of the inequalities that still exist in our society. Secondly, we could open our hearts to allow for real change. With recognition comes change, and with change, the possibility that one day
Application underway for improvement grants and put up area posters to indicate it is ready to provide more information The participating businesses and begin the application intake promust each come up with the cess, she notes. remaining 50 per cent of costs Lawson says she hopes and the program can run over it will happen by early several years, she explains, so April and asks business in the first year, IEA expects owners to be patient and to see mostly fresh paint, wait for approval before awnings and signage. contacting IEA about the Any applicants who don’t program. apply or are unsuccessThis project is groundDIANNE LAWSON ful in gaining the grant this breaking for the fledgling year should note the board IEA organization formed last has committed to apply again fall, she notes, which already has hunnext year, at a minimum, Lawson dreds of members and plenty of plans adds. in the works. If, and/or when, IEA is approved for “It’s one of our first projects out of the program, the board will advertise the gate, so it should be good.” From 6
gaps in inequalities may no longer exist. C e l e b r a t e International Women’s Day at the 100 Mile House & District Women’s Centre Society (#102-475 Birch Ave.) on March 12 from 10
a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us for cake, coffee, door prizes and the Cariboo Women Photo Gallery. Paula Faragher is the 100 Mile House and District Women’s Centre Society’s women’s counsellor – 250-395-4093.
PSO GRAD CORNER HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH YOUR 2014 GRAD CLASS
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Chartered Fishing trip raFFle Tickets available at 108 Esso, Pharmasave, Screamin Reel(Donex), Ace Hardware, Exeter Sporting Goods, Focused Fitness and Krista Dawson 250-791-7272 Next grad/grad parent Meeting March 25 at 6:30pm PSO lounge. Prom is soon and we encourage parent help! grad Fashion show scheduled for April 10 at 7:00pm at 100 Mile Junior! Mark your calendar and come out to enjoy a night of fashion, music, and fun! Tickets will be available soon! Over the clouds, freedom must be borderless All your fears and all your sorrows, they say Remained unseen underneath, and then Whatever seemed big and important to us Became vain and small
I wanted so much to be with you…
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Heide Koehler The love lasts forever
Thank you for your compassion and your consoling words and comforting embrace. Thank you for your support at the hour of the memorial. Thank you so much for your friendship to Heide and the whole family and for all your help in our difficult time. It’s now time to say good-bye and we’ll never forget the lovely times we have spent in Canada with our children, Heide, Walter, Joachim and all the good friends we met here.
Volker & Christiane & Family
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and is plea Care Right Home Care Services the 100 Mile House privileged to be providing services in 1. and Williams Lake Area since 201 No job is too BIG or too SMALL. essionals include Their team of highly qualified prof Nurses, Registered Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Aides, all with Priscillia Remanente Care Aides and Community Domestic der /Foun Owner tive care for each a common goal to provide suppor rity of their own home environment. individual client in the safety and secu currently part of the WorkSafe BC Care Right Home Care Services is registered with the ICBC Network and Home Care Provider Network and also Department of Veterans’ Affairs. ointment to establish required services. Free Consultation is available by app ay, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., and care is Administration hours are Monday - Frid k. available 24 hours a day 7 days a wee tive impact in our community.” posi a e mak to e striv we “As a team
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The gathering place at the 108 Cindy Holl
ey opened Cindy's Cookery in the 108 Mall on January 31st of this year, taking over the Dowes Diner space. She has 35 year s of experience in the hospitality industry and has prev iously owned two restaurants. "All my food is cooked from scratch, and I have daily breakfast, lunch and dinner spe cials." Yes, the restaurant is open for dinn er, in fact it is open seven days a week from 7:00 a.m . to 8:00 p.m. Cindy also offers bag lunches, there is a choice of 4 sandwiches and you get cookies , fruit and a juice box. Cindy's 108 Cookery Inc. is still the gathering place in 108 and now you can mee t for coffee or meals any time. "I'm looking forward to meeting everyone, stop in for dinner, or after church, I'll be open."
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FAMILY FARM NATURAL MEATS LTD. Are you looking for wholesome meat, raised right here in the Cariboo?
I sell “Farm Direct” to customers. We have been farming in the Buffalo Creek area since 1979, and started raising our own livestock, because we wanted to be in control of what was being fed to the animals we eat. We raise all our animals out on pasture and without the use of antibiotics, growth hormones, or animal by-products.
TINA and EMILY JOHNSON
We offer pasture-raised Pork, Chickens, Turkeys and Grass-fed Beef. Taking orders now for delivery in September. You can find us at the Farmers Market in 100 Mile House, May to September at Birch Avenue and Third Street, every Friday 8:30am to 1:30pm and on-line at www.familyfarmnaturalmeats.com
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about her chosen Brittany (Penner) Herczku is passionate vocation of child care. le life," says Brittany "It seems like I've been in it my who re and it was just a adding, " My mom ran a child care cent natural fit for me to follow that career." t, Brittany has lived Other than a couple of years at the coas She has her diploma in her home town of 100 Mile House. t/Toddler Education, in Early Childhood Education, Infan She has worked in Special Needs and Administration. Mile House. different centres at the coast and 100 in-home centre Brittany has a fully equipped, licensed s. She enjoys year and looks after children ages 0 to 12 appropriate with m a play-based and school-ready curriculu . care her scheduled activities for the children in looks forward to She has some openings available and information. more for receiving calls from parents looking
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Purple is a Good Cariboo Colour Barb Liberman has owned Purple Zebr a at460 Birch Ave. for the past 5 1/2 years. A talented lady, Barb has been a leath er smith since 1972 and in the shoe repair businesses for the past 30 years. But that's not all she does, she's been sewing since 13 years old, she makes; purses, sandals, leath er tops, bras, pants, vests, the list goes on. As well as designing and sewing costumes for Society for Creative Anac hronism, she supplies them and the archery club with quiv ers, wrist braces and other leather goods. Barb has lived in the Cariboo for the past 22 years, she intends on staying but is now ready to semi-retire and will close April 26. She is moving her busi ness 8 minutes away to her home in Gateway and will open May 6. She will be open 3 days a week then, Tues., Wed., & Thur s. 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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rs and operators Rosi and her family are wonderful owne in Lone Butte B&B and Cafe Farm ca Alpa s of Rosi' guests. The their spoil to how and they really know ction, the cakes and homemade food is cooked to perfe ambiance is superb: desserts are absolutely delicious. The adorable alpacas g, capin Rosi Salzbrenner & Friend Lovely building and lands and entertaining nds grou clean y ccabl impe the ing roam and dinner on Fridays and the winter months, Rosi offers lunch the lunch and dinner guests. During larger groups outside her and ions will also open for special occas Saturdays from 11 am to 8 pm. She or Christmas parties. ries versa anni es, parti day birth ge for regular hours. Please phone her to arran the beautiful property. d extending the walking trails around Rosi's husband Thomas has just finishe walking a little after like feel t the winter as well in case you The trails will be maintained throughou your meal. es, mittens, hats, socks and alpaca wool products such as scarv Rosi also sells hand spun alpaca wool is! it soft how and baby blankets. You have to feel restaurant reviews! for r.ca dviso TripA Visit 100 Mile t in Lone Butte, just 10 minutes from You will find this wonderful restauran the Heritage Park, cross from s acros Butte Lone town down House. Watch for the sign the signs for about 2 minutes. the railway tracks and keep following
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SPH Consultancy Inc.; Immigration Services is excited to offer their services to the people in the Cariboo! Shirley Palmer-Hunt is the founder of SPH Immigration, a division of SPH Consultancy Inc. Shirley is a Certified Canadian Immigration Consultant, and a full member of the Canadian Association of Immigration Consultants. Shirley achieved a master’s degree in Developing Areas Studies, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Social and Professional Studies, Project Management, and a post graduate diploma in Management. At SPH Consultancy: Immigration Services we represent all levels of immigration including skilled category, family Shirley Palmer-Hunt class, work permits, student visas, business class; investor, entrepreneur, self employed, provincial nominees, and represent clients before Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Shirley is dedicated and earnestly interested in her profession, she has opened doors for many individuals and is ready to help you! Are you interested in business immigration? Call SPH Consultancy.
Carmen Wenting, chef and manager of Smilies Cafe, has been working in the food and beverage indu stry since she was 13 years old, in 2010 her parents Karl and Ursu la Beckman bought Smilies and except for a short period of time when Carmen was exploring other options, she has worked with her pare For the past year, Carmen and husb nts. and Rob, took over the restaurant completely. "Cooking is my passion, I enjoy the creativity and only want my customers to enjoy a wonderful meal." Carmen Wenting Smilies uses as much locally produced Chef & Manager food as possible, from local beef, farm fresh eggs, even the smoked meats. She also makes her own home made jams, sauc es, dressings, baked goods, everythi ng is made from scratch. Carmen credits her parents for a very supportive and diverse background, they opened doors for her to do anyt saying hing she wanted, and what she wan ted to do was work in the hospitality industry. Smilies, open Tues. - Sat., 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., serves breakfast all day, has daily lunch specials and is getting know n for their great fish & chips. Carmen describes the food as Euro pean and Western comfort food. Stop in to see Carmen and Rob and enjoy a great meal too.
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With 10 years of exp erience as a professio nal stylist, including time spent at the Vidal Sassoon Academy in California, Jacqui has ma de a career out of stayin g on top on the latest trends and tec hniques in the industry. In her quaint and inviting salon, The Lakes Hair Studio and Boutique, she uses only the highest qua lity products from around the world which are both gentle on the hair and scalp, with long lasting shine and colour that pre serves the integrity of your hair. Whether its women's cut s, colours, styles and upd $10 hair cuts for men o's or on the popular Men's Da y Wednesday, Jacqui is here to take care of you. She also offers eyebrow shaping and facial waxin g. The boutique showcase s organic cotton and bamboo clothing, home decor and locally crafted pot tery, jewellery, stained glass and body care products along wit h top quality hair styling products.
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We love being Cariboo Women, hav years. lived here collectively for almost 100 ional (Scary!) And we’ve embraced internat st late the business pursuits around s. discoveries regarding Wellnes and “Wellness is having the energy nt orta imp and ful ning vitality to do the mea ARE ts duc pro ita TriV ” things in your life, ple the Robbie Wingert & Laura Matsuda increasing wellness and giving peo st. fulle its to life nce erie exp ability to HEALTHIER LIFE. PREPARE NOW FOR A LONGER & become ours. "To inspire people to Our company's Mission Statement has lth for their life purposes." experience wellness and to create wea Our goal is: ts information, consultation, and produc 1. To promote wellness by means of that make a difference. form from which to build a profitable 2. To provide individuals a proven plat home. and meaningful business venture from
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Word Magic is a home business located in Forest Grove (established in 2012), catering to all your writing, typing, editing and proofreading needs in English and German . Doris E Rufli has 30+ years experience in various office environments – from travel agencies to construction sites, a variety of media and law firms, transpor tation, engineering and beyond. She has travelled the world before immigrating to Canada in April 2004, when she attended an intensive one-year course at the Vancouv er Film School. Her studies included story and script analysis, short story and novel writing, adaptation, editing and marketing to name but a few. In 2009, Doris followed her heart and moved to the South Cariboo, where she has settled down and found her new home. She has become very active within the community, joining the Arts Council and Mural Society as well as voluntee ring as an ESL/PAL tutor. With a lifelong passion for reading and writing, Doris provides hands-on support for all your personal and business needs.
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100 Mile & District General Hospital Auxiliary held its annual general meeting and installed its officers for the upcoming term at a luncheon held in the South Cariboo Health Centre's Multipurpose Room on Feb. 5.
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The 100 Mile & District General Hospital Auxiliary held its annual general meeting to elect its board and installed its officers on Feb. 5. Mina Elsworth is the president after a oneterm rest from holding
this role, and says she is looking forward to getting back at the helm. “Mostly, I’d like to see some new members. We’d really like community members to consider joining to boost our auxiliary and maybe bring some new ideas.” There is less of a
need for volunteers for hospital equipment fundraising events, she explains, as that aspect is currently going “very well.” Roberta Graves is the board’s new vice-president, along with treasurer Joyce Bueckert, secretary Lucia Medeiros and Ruth Kachur as
past president and publicity convenor. Medeiros says the Eclectica Community Choir spring concert will once again split proceeds between their hospital auxiliary and the Mill Site Lodge/Fischer Place Auxiliary. The concert takes place at Martin Exeter
Annual Pig Roast and Fundraiser on March 22 By Gail Potter March 22 is going to be a great time for everyone because that’s when the Green Lake Snowmobile Club (GLSC) is hosting its annual pig roast fundraiser. The club is trying to raise funds to cover all of the expenses it incurs throughout the winter months. GLSC president Peter McKie encourages club members and their friends to come out and enjoy this wonderful
roast pig dinner (or chicken for those who do not eat pork), baked beans, buns, salads and desserts. There will be live music featuring the Class Mates to dance the night away. Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for children under 12 years. The GLSC is encouraging folks to purchase a table of eight, which entitles each person to a free draw ticket, value of $1. Other draw tickets will be sold
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Hall on May 4 at 7 p.m., with entry by donation to the auxiliaries. Other annual events this year include the hospital auxiliary’s Spring Tea, slated for early June, a garage sale toward the end of August, and its wintertime bake sale. The dates for which will all be announced ahead of time. For more information on joining the auxiliary, call membership committee chair Nancy Minato at 250-3954446.
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Janice Poggenpohl’s kindergartern/Grade 1 class enjoyed a visit from 100 Mile House Elementary School principal Donna Rodger on Pink Shirt Day (Feb. 26). The principal and the children were wearing pink while reading in the school library, as a way of supporting the national anti-bullying campaign.
Canadian Cancer Society hosts Daffodil Month
Every three minutes, another Canadian will be told, “You have cancer.” A cancer diagnosis can be daunting, which is why the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is asking everyone to buy a daffodil pin and wear it during April – Daffodil Month – to show their support for those living with cancer. “Wearing the daffodil pin is a simple gesture, but it brings a powerful message of hope to families fighting cancer,” says 100 Mile House resident Heidi Meier who is a CCS volunteer. “When families facing cancer see the pin I hope they know that they are not alone, and that we’re all in this fight together.” The daffodil is a bright symbol in the fight against all cancers and brings hope to a difficult experience. The CCS kicks off Daffodil Month by selling live bunches of the springtime flowers. Order forms are available from Meier with delivery of flowers on March 13. Volunteers will also be out in the community during April, canvassing door-to-door and at workplaces.
The daffodil pins will be available to purchase by donation at Pharmasave, BC Liquor Store, Canada Post and various other locations in 100 Mile House throughout April. Canadians are encouraged to buy the pin and wear it during April – Daffodil Month – to visibly unite everyone in the fight against cancer. “It makes me feel good when I see people
wearing the pin,” says Meier. “It’s like a badge of honour saying yes, I will join thousands of other Canadians who want to fight back against the devastating impact of cancer on our lives. Cancer changes everything, unless we change cancer together.” The money raised during Daffodil Month funds life-saving research and vital
support services and programs for people living with cancer in British Columbia. So join the fight – buy fresh-cut daffodils and the daffodil pin, make a donation or become a CCS volunteer. For more information, contact Heidi Meier at 250-395-2456 or heidimeier@bc wireless.com. To find out more, visit cancer.ca.
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stating your goals, educational plans, and your connection to the area. Include any volunteer or community service work and extra-curricular activities. Send your application to: The 70 Mile and Area Fund, c/o S. Wheeler, Box 29, 70 Mile House, B.C., V0K 2K0. Applications must be received by April 30. Poker tournament A poker tournament will be held March 8 at the 70 Mile Community Hall. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and play starts at 12:30 p.m. Lunch and supper are available.
To register, call Vic at 250-456-2321. Bingo slated Bingo will be held at Seventy Mile Access Centre (SMAC) on March 13. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and play starts at 6:30. For information, call Vic at 250-456-2321. Bookmobile The ThompsonNicola Regional District bookmobile will be in the area on March 6. It will be at the South Green Lake Fire Hall from 10 to 11 a.m., and at the 70 Mile General Store from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
SMAC meeting Seventy Mile Access Centre will hold a general meeting on March 12 at 10 a.m. at the centre. Everyone welcome. Firefighting news The 70 Mile House Volunteer Fire Department will hold a fire practice on March 16 at 10:30 a.m. at the fire hall on Willow Drive. New volunteers are always welcome.
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Lions Ice-Off Contest underway
The annual 108 Lions Ice-Off contest is officially underway. Local residents are invited to guess when the ice will be gone off 108 Lake, 108 Mile Lion Jim Gellein says, adding it confirms that spring is on the way. “The ice off contest started in 2002 when 108 resident Graham Allison salvaged a small boat that was heading for the dump. He constructed a cabin, mast and a mechanism that, when tripped by the anchor falling through the ice, would stop the clock and send the Canadian flag up the mast.” Tickets were sold and prizes given to the clos-
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Students take learning to new level Nineteen local students move on to Regional Science Fair Gaven Crites Free Press
Judges and visitors had the chance to examine the work of dozens of students, while walking through rows of colourful and thought-provoking projects on display in the 100 Mile House Elementary School gymnasium at a District Science Fair on Feb. 25. Many domains of science were explored, as students from Williams Lake and the surrounding area presented for the chance to compete at a Regional Science Fair at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, April 3-4. 100 Mile House Elementary School teacher Jim Price says the number of high-quality projects made it very difficult for the judges. “The judges said the level of the projects was super this year. The students were really well-spoken and very wellprepared.” Nineteen students in grades 5-10 from local schools qualified after winning gold, silver or bronze in their respective categories. School District #27 Superintendent of Schools Mark Thiessen was one of the judges. He says it was good to see that students spent extra time at home, while getting support from teachers at school, in putting their projects together. “It's always a joy in my job to get out of the office and spend time with students. For me, it's fantastic to see students in a different element that pushes them beyond the regular classroom, and doing things that will hopefully give them a good foundation for later on in life.”
Did he learn anything new while browsing the projects, and hearing from the perhaps future scientists? “I learned fast food hamburgers do not rot over time. They just dry out. I don't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing.” 100 Mile Elementary Grade 7 student Supreeta Ranchod won gold for a project on adolescent depression, while Grade 7 students Avery Collinson and Maya Geerts won silver for a project called “The Snellen Test.” Grade 7 students Adam Sullivan and Caitlyn McLean won gold for a project called “Fright Night.” Grade 6 student Emily Menzel won bronze for her project “Gross” that studied bacteria. Hayden Sass and Micah Bell won silver. The Grade 7 students presented an experiment called “Poof.” Grade 5 student Camille Barton won gold for an experiment called “Glowing Hand.” Darlyssa Chretien, a Grade 5 student, won gold for an experiment about “Who's faster?” Grade 5 student Marshall Heit won bronze for a pop can stove experiment. Forest Grove Elementary School Grade 7 student Dylan Kelsey won bronze in the physical science category for a project called “Stuck.”
Distance Education Grade 7 student Cory Mapson won gold for his project “Is Green Good Enough?” Horse Lake Elementary School Grade 7 students Alyssa Procee and Olivia Gulliman won silver for a project on dog food they called “A Different Kind of Kibble.” Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School Grade 10 student Leanne Varney won gold for her innovative work “The Udrink Project,” which looks at filtering rain water into drinking water for the developing world. Grade 10 students Anna Betuzzi and Adele Halper won silver for a project called “Forging Fertilizers.” Grade 9 student Katya Levermann won gold for a project titled “Crystal Clusters.”
Grade 7 students Cory Mapson and Supreeta Ranchod won gold medals at a District Science Fair in 100 Mile House on Feb. 25.
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CHURCH SERVICES Come Worship With Us LAC LA HACHE COMMUNITY CHAPEL A ministry of the Cariboo Presbyterian Church WORSHIP 10am Sunday, Little Church, Timothy Lk. Rd. 7pm Sun. eves, at F. G. Legion,Forest Grove. 7pm Wed. eves, at Bonter Residence, Hwy 24 For Info call 250-396-4251 Ministers: Bruce Wilcox, David Webber
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All of the Forest Grove Elementary School students were invited to draw and/or write their own message to stop bullying on Pink Shirt Day on Feb. 26.
New correspondent for Forest Grove area FOREST GROVE
and surrounding areas. I moved to the area about two years ago and into the village itself last June, and I simply love it here. I look forward to representing the Forest Grove area and to working with all members of the community. Feb. 26 was Pink Shirt and Anti-Bullying Day. At the Forest Grove Elementary School, all the students gathered in the gym for a short video and extensive discussion to help them
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understand what bullying entailed and how to countermand it. It’s a very important lesson we all need to take to heart and fight whenever we come across it. All it takes is to say, “Stop,” stand tall and mean it. Legion news 4 Guys Doing a Jamming were a hoot at the well-attended Valentine’s Dance. The food was wonderful, the atmosphere even better and then the band
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called for the Chickendance. Wednesday lunch time is when the 50+ Group meets at the Legion. A delicious soup and sandwich are usually offered, together with coffee and tea. A lot of laughter and catching up with old and new friends makes for a wonderful time.
On March 8, the Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction, sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary, is scheduled at the Legion. After the weekly meat draw, dinner (by donation) takes place at 6 p.m., with the silent auction closing at 7:30 p.m. If you would like to submit any auction items or find out more
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Hunnies seek input on future donation Gaven Crites Free Press
The Hun City Hunnies want to know, 'Who should it be?' The local non-profit community improvement society is looking for help naming a local cause to receive half the net proceeds the group plans to raise at their upcoming concert. Thanks to the Hunnies, Creedence Revived – a Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band from Chicago – is coming to 100 Mile House on May 18. Advance tickets are $30 and available at TW Tanning, 100 Mile Feed & Ranch Supply, The Log House and the South Cariboo Rec. Centre, where the show is being held. “Since the amount that we're able to donate is a direct reflection of the community's support, it's very important to us that the public be a part of deciding where these funds should go,” says Hun City Hunnies member Jennifer Frizzi. “We are so thrilled we have this opportunity to bring such an exciting event to 100 Mile House that
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Hun City Hunnies members Rhiannon Elliott, Jennifer Frizzi, Nadaya Tresierra and Vicki Reed, along with children Ella Frizzi and Dominic Tresierra, served lunch at a Family Fest event at 100 Mile Junior Secondary School on Feb. 2. The group is looking for public input on what local cause should benefit from an upcoming concert they've organized for May. 18.
everyone can come out and enjoy. To also be able to use this opportunity to raise funds for a worthy cause is very fulfilling.”
Causes like local charities, people, organizations and projects will be considered. The group is looking for responses on Facebook
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Homeschool children enjoyed Valentine’s Day crafts day thing fun as a big group,” she explained. “I wanted the kids to make something for their parents that I could teach them to do. A gift and break for the hardworking parents.” Candace Sikiric was asked why she brought her kids to the craft. “I wanted them to get some art and education, to hang out with some friends, and to just have fun.” Lars Mapson’s favou-
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By Cory and Candice-Rose Mapson The local homeschool group had a great time on Feb. 12 doing many Valentines Day crafts at the 100 Mile United Church. There were cupcakes and cookies, along with a large assortment of fruits and vegetables for all the families, from babies to adults, to enjoy. Teacher Kristy Coombes was asked why she planned the event. “I want the homeschool kids to get together and do some-
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Homeschool students Lars Mapson looked on while Rachel Sikiric worked on her Valentine’s card craft at the 100 Mile United Church on Feb. 12.
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rite craft was Valentine’s cards with rose patterned paper. The crafts included a bouquet of paper flowers, coffee filter peonies, fuzzy Styrofoam hearts, and pretty cards. The homeschoolers meet regularly to enjoy fun crafts and educational activities. Candice-Rose Mapson, 10, and Cory Mapson, 12, are homeschooled students in 100 Mile House.
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• March 8 – The Forest Grove Legion Ladies Auxiliary invites everyone to a Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction at the Legion (4535 Canim-Hendrix Lake Rd.). The auction will be ongoing throughout the afternoon and close at 7.30 p.m. Donations would be appreciated. Dinner starts at 6 p.m. and will be by donation – proceeds will help keep the Legion doors open. For more information, contact the Forest Grove Legion at 250-397-2455. • March 14 – Hun City Hunnies is hosting St. Patrick’s Shamrockin’ Boondoggle at 100 Mile Community Hall, starting at 7 p.m. The event offers live music, DJ and dance, free food, prizes and a boxing ring. The $25 per person (19 year plus) tickets are on sale at TW Tanning and Donex. • March 22 – South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Red Gala Carpet Business Excellence Awards and Citizen of the Year Award at the 100 Mile Community Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. and dinner is served at 7. Tickets are $40 per person. They are available at Andre’s Electronics, TIMBER MART and the Chamber Office, or by calling 250-395-6124. • March 22 – The Green Lake Snowmobile Club is hosting its annual Pig Roast & Fundraiser and the event is always a fun-filled will Saturday. Tickets are $20 per adult and $5 per child (under the age of 12). Tickets will be sold up until March 15, but they will not be sold at the door. To purchase tickets, contact the Thurstons at 250-456-7369, or thurstonac@ bcinternet.net, or the Tonts at 250-456-6042, or rontonts@gmail.com. For more information, check out the club’s on our website at greenlakesnowmobileclub.ca.
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Entertainment happening at Margo’s Cabin CANIM LAKE
hygienist in the offices of Dr. Bob Beaton. She gave a spirited and well-prepared presentation to 10 members on all manner of dental care, particularly issues faced by we well-experienced people (I avoid the ‘O’ word), including options for those of us missing a few of the original 32. Members thought it very useful and celebrated with a good healthy snack.
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Dear Canimites, As I write this, snappy cold persists under beautiful blue skis, sun streaming in the windows and at night a brilliance of stars. A little American dipper is still hanging out at the Hawkins Lake Bridge, enjoying himself diving in the ice-free current of Bradley Creek. Just think of all those juicy larvae down there.
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Gisela Neuber, left, and Yvette Stark posed with dental hygienist Kathryn Barrick who made a presentation at a recent Canim Lake Community Club meeting at Margo's Cabin at Canim Lake.
Your finances Yvette Stark says the next talk to the club will be by Judy Simpkins of Money Concepts, March 27 at 10 a.m. in Margo’s Cabin. Judy will cover financial planning, RIFFs, RRSPs, TFSAs and so
on, and there will be time for lots of questions. All are welcome. Memberships will be sold at the door. Canasta rocks The gals at the weekly 3C’s in Margo’s Cabin enjoyed learning Canasta so much they have decided to hold a regular game on the third Thursday of each month. They want some men in there to spice up the play. Anyone who would like to participate is wel-
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come. Phone Margo Wagner at 250-397-0016. People news Judy and Joe Lauzon are proud as punch of their great-granddaughter Shadae Pollon. The spunky 15-yearold from Prince George just won an archery bronze medal at the BC Winter Games in Mission. That’s all for now. Until next time, here’s wishing you many blessings.
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Fifteen brave "snow pokes" ventured out on their snowmobiles for a 27-mile ride in memory of past Green Lake Snowmobile Club (GLSC) members on Feb. 23. When they reached their destination at Jeep Lake, club president Peter McKie and Helen Monk read out the names of 50 past members as they reminisced with stories about events and contributions they made to the club. New riders came from as far away as Horse Lake to join in the ride. "It was a great day to get out on the groomed trails with riders who ranged in age from 16 to 82 years. A great time was had by all riders, enjoying the Cariboo winter wonderland we live in," says McKie. SMAC great South Green Lake resident Dennis Tupman says one of the
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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 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.
100 MILE q The 100 Mile & District General Hospital Auxiliary is having a general meeting in the South Cariboo Health Centre Multipurpose Room today (March 5), starting at 1 p.m. 100 MILE q Seedy Saturday will be held at Creekside Seniors Activity Centre on March 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be seed sales, information, displays, local food lunch, activities and co-op coffee. Admission is by a suggested $2 donation. For information, call Demian at 250-791-6442, Karen at 250-395-3580, or e-mail info@ horselakefarmcoop.ca. 100 MILE q The Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre (CFEC) is hosting Nobody’s Perfect – a parenting education and support program for parents of children from birth to age five. Meet other parents of young children, share questions, concerns and ideas about being a parent, and discuss real-life parenting situations and discover positive ways of parenting. The six-week program, which runs on Tuesdays, runs through to April 1 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Child minding will be available. Pre-registration is required; contact the CFEC at 250-395-5155. 100 MILE q The South Cariboo Food
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Sunrise Ford Sales Ltd. dealer principal Leon Chrétien, left, presented a $2,100 cheque to 100 Mile Lions Club members Lorette Penn, Ron Graves and Michael Langner for Ford Canada’s Drive 4UR Community fundraiser the club hosted last fall.
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 Loaves & Fishes Outreach at 250-3952708, or the 100 Mile House & District Women’s Centre at 250395-4093. 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 The Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre (CFEC) is hosting a Prenatal in a Day workshop on April 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will provide important points about labour and birth phases and stages, expectations and concerns, medical options and practices, comfort measures, immediate postpartum for mother and baby and infant feeding, as well as the joys and challenges of parenthood. Call the CFEC at 250-395-5155 to pre-register.
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 South Cariboo Weavers, Spinners and Fibre Artists Guild meets the first Friday of each month from September to June. Meetings are held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Parkside Art Gallery in 100 Mile House. For more information, call Joni Head at 250-395-8898. 100 MILE q Toddler Time – babies, toddlers and parents (caregivers) – is available at the 100 Mile House Branch Library on Wednesdays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. The program introduces parents or caregivers and their newborns to 36 months to the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, finger plays and stories. 100 MILE q The South Cariboo Genealogy Group (researching family history) has someone available Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the 100 Mile House Library. Assistance is offered to people researching ancestry. For more details, call Millie at 250-395-2079. 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.
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There was a great mix of music at the coffee house event held at the Lac la Hache Pioneer Centre recently. Nearly 60 people enjoyed bluegrass, country, folk and gospel songs and even joined in singing-a-long. The event was put on and organized by Pastor Bruce Wilcox, left, who is seen here playing with Jason Ruscheinsky.
100 MILE The 100 Mile and District Stamp Club meets on the second and
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 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 250-706-0111 or Kathy at 250395-3725, 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. FOREST GROVE q A non-denominational church service is held at the Forest Grove Legion on Sundays at 7 p.m. 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. LAC LA HACHE 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 250396-4989. For more information, contact Wendy at 250-706-9937 or Frances at 250-396-4169.
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Laurie Sayenchuk, left, and Karin Menning displayed the Kay Neil Memorial Quilt, as the winner was drawn at Deka Lake & District Volunteer Fire Department’s Ice Fishing Derby on Feb. 8.
The lineup of nominees for the 2013 Citizen of the Year once again leaves a tough decision in the hands of the judges. With nominations closed, the list is now completed and includes Doug and Jackie Belcham, Randy Brodoway, Lorette Penn, Tom Bachynski, Ted and Linda Peterson, Beverly Fry and Debbie Dengel. The judging committee is headed by Donna Barnett who says all the nominees are always worthy recipients every year. The committee reviews the nominees against documented criteria and then deliberates to select the winner, she explains. The 2013 Citizen of the Year will be announced at the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce Red Carpet Gala Awards of Excellence event at the 100 Mile Community Hall on March 22. Tickets for the Red Carpet Gala are now available for $40 each at the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce office, #2-385 Birch Ave., at TIMBER MART and Andre’s Electronic Experts.
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At Deka Lake & District Volunteer Fire Department’s (DLDVFD) Feb. 8 IceFishing Derby, their Ladies Auxiliary (LA) president Lorna Wiebe drew for the Kay Neil Memorial quilt, which was won by the LA’s Penny Szach. Kay, who passed away in 2004, was the LA’s chief quilter. A memorial quilt has been made in her honour since then, and a draw, solely between members of the fire department and the LA determines the winner.
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Local wrestler Tiana Dykstra captured gold at the 2014 British Columbia Secondary Schools Wrestling Championships in Prince George, Feb. 27-March 1. Dykstra went 3-0 in the 43-kilogram division. She won silver in two previous years, and she’s now gone over that golden hurdle, explains coach Phil Johnston. 100 Mile House wrestler Kody Kennedy went 1-2 in Prince George. He competed exceptionally well considering it was his first time at provincials, the coach adds.
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The medal count in Sochi wasn’t the only hardware on the minds of young athletes and sports fans in British Columbia when the 2014 Winter Olympics closed on Feb. 23. B.C. had its own closing ceremonies that day, as more than 1,300 competitors representing eight zones throughout the province wrapped up three days of competition in Mission for the 27th BC Winter Games – a large multi-sport amateur event that runs every two years. Paige Hall, 15, Reid Collinson, 13, and Chris Cruickshank, 13, from the Kokoro Judo Club in 100 Mile House competed as members of the CaribooNorth East (Zone 8) judo team, which finished first in team competition on Feb. 22. Local coach Ian Briggs was in charge of the Zone 8 judo team in Mission. He says the atmosphere there was hyped, and it feels good to win gold as a team. “You get performances from kids who came out of nowhere [during the team event]. We had a lot of fun.” Zone 8 captured seven medals in Judo, and 42 in total – 18 gold, 11 silver and 13 bronze – throughout 18 different events. Hall, who won gold at the 2012 Winter Games, captured silver in the under-48 kilogram women’s category on Feb. 21. Samantha Pignatelli, repre-
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100 Mile House Kokoro Judo Club member Paige Hall, left, was presented her BC Games silver medal along with gold medalist Samantha Pignatelli (Fraser Valley), middle, and bronze medalist Alex Schenk (Prince George), following individual competition on Feb. 21. The athletes competed in the under-48 kilogram division.
senting Fraser Valley (Zone 3), beat Hall to win gold. “[Hall] got caught on the ground by a strong girl,” Briggs explains. “She was superior to [Pignatelli] standing. But she caught her. At this level of competition and the intensity and everything that’s at stake, anything can happen. We had a lot of upsets on the weekend.” Collinson usually competes at 38 kg, but had to compete at under-46 kg with bigger opponents because there wasn’t a smaller division for him. Collinson, who finished
eighth, is a technically sound fighter, but the weight differential was too much to overcome, Briggs says. “He fought well and hard, but they were just so much bigger and stronger.... As soon as they got him to the ground, they overpowered him.” Cruickshank finished ninth in the under-50 kg category. It was his first time at the BC Winter Games, and he’s been training at Kokoro for two years. Briggs says his student was disappointed, but he shouldn’t have been. He was there to develop and gain
experience, which he did. “For him, I think it was a good success. He’s fighting kids that have been in [judo] longer.” The coach says he learned something at the BC Games he will teach at the local judo club. That is, if you’re fighting for something or someone other than yourself, your performance is going to be better. “The message to my kids is going to be, don’t think about winning the match for you. Think about something else. “Give yourself some external motivation. Whether it’s
for your parents, or your coach, or team, or whatever it is.” Many former BC Games competitors have gone on to excel on the world athletic stage, according a news release by the BC Games Society. Alumni who represented Canada at the Sochi 2014 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games are hockey players Jamie Benn and Carey Price, speed skater Denny Morrison, skiers Kelsey Serwa and Georgia Simmerling, bobsledder Justin Kripps, and Paralympians Matthew Hallat and Josh Dueck.
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The registration deadline for the upcoming season is March 31, and the 100 Mile House & District Soccer Association (OHMSA) is saying now is the time to sign up. Parents of boys and girls aged five to 18 can download forms online or pick them up at Jean’s Place in 100 Mile House. “Let’s not wait too long,” says Werner Heine, OMHSA director of
communications. “It really helps us organize [when people register early]. It helps us line up the coaches, teams and team sponsors.” As of April 1, registrations will only be accepted if there is room on an existing team, and a late fee will apply. Heine notes if the cost of registration doesn’t fit the family budget,
give the administration a call. “We have ways to help every kid who wants to play soccer, play soccer. We do not want to have somebody sitting on the sideline for [a financial] reason.” The registrar can be contacted at 250-644-2135 or info@100milesoccer.com Along with players and coaches, the local minor soccer association is
looking for new referees. Anyone 12 years and older can sign up, Heine says, adding officials serve an important function in the game, and there are a number of benefits to becoming one. “You don’t have a game if you don’t have a ref. If the whistle doesn’t go, nobody plays.” Continued on 28
The Bighorn Archery Club is hosting an indoor shooting competition at the Stan Halcro Arena in 100 Mile House March 15-16. The event is sponsored by A&W restaurant and costs $5 per 15 target round, while local club members get one free round per day when purchased with a paid round. Registration is 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on March 15 and 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on March 16. For more information, contact denise swift at 250-397-2632.
ATOM HOCKEY The 100 Mile House Bridge Lake Electric Atom Development Wranglers were in Vanderhoof for a tournament March 1-2. The local team went 0-4. Player of the Game honours went to Reichert Sanford, Taylor Daniels, Jake Henderson and Mat Wilden. MVP awards went to Wilden, Kyson Hopson and goalie Kai Flett, who won two. Robert Waldner and Hopson scored two goals each.
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There was a lot to do Tuesday morning. Following a 9-3 loss to Clearwater on March 2, assistant coach Scott Cross says the message to the 100 Mile House Milers ahead of their next practice was “come ready to work.” The local midget rep hockey club, sponsored by Mayvin Plumbing & Heating, is getting set to host the 2014 Midget Tier 3 BC Hockey Championships, March 16-21. So far this season, including tournaments and exhibition games – like the recent one against Clearwater at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre – Cross counts three wins for them. “It's been a work in progress,” he says of developing the team. “It has been for a couple years. It's going to continue to be for a few more years. With our rep program, it's up and down, up and down.” Many of the play-
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Local skater Brandon Moore (11) carried the puck around the net during an exhibition game between Clearwater and the 100 Mile House Midget Rep Milers, sponsored by Mayvin Plumbing & Heating, at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre on March 2.
ers had little rep hockey experience before the season started in October, Cross explains. They've struggled getting wins, but that doesn't mean they haven't made any progress. He mentions two playoff games against
Prince George a of couple weeks ago. The Milers lost both – 6-2 and 4-2 on Feb. 14-15 – but it was the best they've looked on the ice all season, Cross says. “They did everything right, everything we asked of them.”
However, that wasn't the team that showed up against Clearwater, says assistant captain Lynden Jeffrey, following the loss. “We're normally competing better than that, for sure.” Clearwater went up 5-0 before Cassidy
Mellott fired a wrist shot from the left wing over the shoulder of the Clearwater goalie and put 100 Mile House on the board. Ryan Cross assisted on the play. In the third, for 100 Mile House's second goal, Emmett Collens, standing in front of
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Learning the game can make you more confident and a better soccer player, he says, adding there are many opportunities for advancement, especially in the female ranks. “Female soccer is really overtaking boys’ in recent years. Right now, in the country, we have more girls playing, which means there are a lot of girls’ games. “But the female referee numbers are lagging compared to the boys. If someone wants to excel, there are opportunities.” There’s a mentoring process for beginners, and according to Henie, the organization has zero tolerance when it comes to parents and coaches verbally abusing officials. He also talks about young referees going off to college or university
and using soccer to help pay the bills. “It can help that way. But you have to start somewhere.” There’s an entry level clinic scheduled for beginners aged 12 and over at the 100 Mile Community Hall on April 25-26, and one for referees 14 and over in Williams Lake on March 21-23. Anyone interested should contact Heine via e-mail at heine2@ shaw.ca. Provincial tourney The British Columbia
Soccer Association recently approved 100 Mile House’s bid to host the 2015 U13-U15 Les Sinnott Memorial Boys Provincial Cup, during which 24 teams from around the province are expected to compete. 100 Mile House is looking to field a host Under-15 team, and the local soccer organization is currently targeting players from Under-11 and Under14 to compete in the tournament slated next summer. Heine says hosting the tournament is a big
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deal for the local community. “It’s the highest level of youth soccer. We definitely want to have one [team]. But if there’s more interest from players in the younger age groups, we certainly will work with them.” Heine explains the
association wants to get a sense of how many youth want to play so they can go about lining up coaches and organizing tryouts for next summer. “There’s an incentive to play in front of the home crowd. The soccer park will be full [for the provincial cup].”
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the net, slapped one home, with an assist by Adriana Johnson. With just under two seconds remaining, Mellott notched her second, and Johnson picked up another assist. Captain Evan Yano talks about how the team needs to buy into the game plan the coaches are trying to have in place to match up with teams at the BC Hockey Championships. “That's really what's going to win us games – the systems,” he says. “I'm super excited about provincials. Every single game we've played, basically, was leading up to provincials. You can really feel it. We've been improving so much for this.”
Jeffrey echoes Yano's point about sticking to the game plan if they want to compete. “These teams coming up are definitely going to be faster and better. That's where we really have to work our systems to play well.” Cross says it's easy to focus on a team's winloss record and miss the big picture about player development. “The kids don't always see it. The coaches see the progress. That's a win in our book, to see where they've come from since the beginning of the year.” So, the team has been building. Not only for the upcoming provincial tournament, but for next year, too.
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A few hours before puck drop for Game 5 in Chase on March 3, and up three games to one on the verge of clinching Round 1, 100 Mile House Wranglers captain Jaidan Ward noted, “If we keep going the way we are, we're in for a long playoff push.” Well, they kept going. Cole Zimmerman fired home the gamewinner, Kristian Stead made 52 saves, and the Wranglers, with a 4-3 win, took a remarkable inaugural season in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League even further – a Round 2 playoff berth against the Kamloops Storms. “We've definitely had a lot of guys step up,” Ward says. “We've had a lot of secondary scoring, which has helped out our first line. The guys are playing really well. It's good to see we're coming together at the perfect time.” The Wranglers, which finished third in the Doug Birks Division in the regular season, took the best-of-seven series against the Chase Heat, which finished second, 4-1. Next, the local Junior B hockey club is up against the Kamloops Storm, a league powerhouse and Doug Birks Division winner,
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by a wide margin. (In its divisional Round 1, Kamloops knocked off fourth-seeded Sicamous in five games.) Still, 100 Mile House did play the Storm to some close games this year, and beat them earlier in the season. In Game 5 on March 3, the Wranglers were up 2-0 after 20 minutes on goals by Connor Sloan, from Brady Ward and Michael Lynch, and Luke Santerno, the Doug Birks Division rookie of the year, from Lane van de Wetering, the Doug Birks Division sportsmanship award winner. Chase scored two in the second to even the game heading into the final frame, and with 9:08 remaining,
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been watching from the stands. The captain suffered his third concussion of the season in the final regular season game against Kamloops on Feb. 22, where the Wranglers lost 4-0. Ward says he doesn't remember much of the play, except reaching back for a pass. “I got hit in the side of the head, went down, and blacked out,” the 20-year-old explains. “I remember looking for my stick on the ice and getting to the bench. That was about it.” Some of the symptoms he's been dealing with our headaches, dizziness and nausea. Ward says he thinks he came back too early from his first concussion earlier this season,
which contributed to the second. Now, he's suffered a third, and, as one would expect, it's not easy not being out on the ice. But, players have to be careful with this type of injury, Ward says. “I don't want to risk having future brain damage. I have to take my time.” “The guys are doing their part. They're winning and giving me more time to come back and play another game. It's all I can ask for.” Round 2 is slated to start March 7 or 8 in Kamloops. For game times, read the March 7 edition of the Cariboo Connector. For regular Wranglers updates visit www.100milefreepress. net.
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CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
OR RENT: 1100 sq. ft. mobile #29 at 103 trailer park. Lots of upgrades & good location. $38,000. Also house for sale or rent at #4988 Gloinnzun Dr., 108 Ranch, 3 bdrm, 2 bath up & full 2 bdrm in-law suite down. Asking $168,000. 250-395-4602 or 250-7069701.
The Canadian Cancer Society appreciates your generous support. Please send the name of the deceased, name/address of next of kin and name/ address of donor for tax receipt (VISA/MC accepted) to: Canadian Cancer Society, #300 - 500 Victoria St. Prince George, B.C. V2L 2J9 or Ph: 1-800-811-5666.
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Apt/Condo for Rent 3 BDRM apartment in 108. $800/mon. Utilities included. N/S. No pets. 250-791-6797. CALEDONIA MANOR: Two bdrm apts for rent. Quiet building, with elevator. 100 Mile House. Call for appointment: 250-706-2336 or 250-3950565.
Memorial donations to the 100 Mile House General District Hospital Auxiliary can be sent to: Box 851, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0. Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association can be sent to: 5363 Dawson Rd. 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E1. Memorial donations to the 100 Mile District Hospice Palliative Care Society can be sent to: Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0 Memorial donations to the 100 Mile House SPCA can be sent to: Box 1948, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0. Memorial donations to Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children can be sent to: 3550 Waybourne Way, Burnaby, B.C. V5G 3K9. Memorial donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon can be sent to: #203 - 635 Victoria Street, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2B3. The South Cariboo Health Foundation welcomes memorial gifts in support of our local Acute and Residential Health Care facilities, as well as, Community Health projects and activities. Mail donations to: S.C. Health Foundation, Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0 or drop them off at the hospital. Donations can be made to the Gideons by phoning 1-888-482-4253, using your credit card. The Gideons will send a card to the bereaved, so have their address handy. For funeral display or other information, contact Pete Penner at 791-6302 Donations may be sent to 100 Mile House Mural Society, 6221 Aalton Road, 100 Mile House B.C. V0K 2E3
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PARKVIEW APTS: 1 BDRM apt for rent renovated, downtown 100 Mile. $550/mo, 2 bdrm $650, bachelor $450. Includes heat. (250)395-3660 or (250)706-9144
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Feed & Hay BARN stored 80 lb. squares of alfalfa/orchard grass hay. Hillpoint Farms 250-791-6652. GOOD quality grass mix. 800lb round bales. No rain. 250-593-4677. QUALITY grass/hay mixed: Square bales, barn stored, no rain. Delivery available. 250397-2378.
Livestock REGISTERED Polled Hereford yearling bulls for sale for more information call Ed 250365-3270 or Murray 604-5823499 or through our website www.kootenayph.com and click on sale cattle from the menu
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Commercial/ Industrial 1250 sq. ft. commercial retail space, street level, in Rosewood Building, for rent or lease. Across from Donex. 250-396-7334 or 604-5304224. 750sq.ft. retail space available in 108 Mall. Phone 250-3967334.
Duplex / 4 Plex 2 & 1 BDRM unit newly renovated, in 100 Mile. Call 250397-2041 for details. 2 BDRM unit in 100 Mile. Close to park & school. Ref required. $600/mon. No dogs. Newly reno’d. (250)456-7314 2 BDRM updated suite: 5 min. to 100 Mile. $750/mon includes utilities. Avail. April. 1st. or sooner. 778-485-0043. LAC LA HACHE duplex. Across from LLH Elementary. 4782 Clark Ave. 2 bdrms, lake view, fenced yard. $595/mo. Bill 250-456-7503. LARGE 1 bdrm $525 plus util. N/S. N/P. 100 Mile. Avail. now. Ph. 250-397-0128.
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100 MILE House (Sundials) 3 bdrm twnhse. NS, NP. $600-$650. 250-395-6576 3 bdrm, 2 bath, full basement townhouse. $600/mos plus security. No dogs. Ref. required. Good Location.250-644-5577. 5 BDRM house on acreage, Bridge Lake area (Hwy 24 & Judson Rd). $1000 per month. Avail. now. Call Dave. 604538-0144 or 604-802-4331 6298 MOOSE POINT DRIVE, across from Watch Lake Access, 2 bdrm house, gas fireplace, electric baseboard heaters, w/d, insulated hobby shop. $795/mth. 250-456-7503. HORSE Lake Waterfront: 1 bdrm house. Avail. March 1st. $650/mon. incl. util. DD req. NO PETS. 250-395-4455. OR FOR SALE: 2 mobile homes at 103 Mile. #29 in trailer park and #5449 Saunders Cres. $700/mon plus utilities. Also 5 bdrm house at 108, #4988 Gloinnzun Dr. (or 2 separate suites up & down), $1100/mon plus utilities. 250395-4602 or 250-706-9701.
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17.4 Acres pristine elevated property priced to sell. Minutes from down town, 4 acres cleared, multiple artesian wells, utilities to property line. Perfect time to buy before prime acreages are unaffordable in the Terrace area. Must Sell. $150,000. 250-641-1848
FURNISHED OR UNFURNISHED room, shared kitchen living room, washer & dryer. Ph. 250-395-8488. ROOMS FOR Rent- $200/mo and up. All inclusive. Great location. Call (250)644-5577.
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Legal Notices NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLAND LICENCE W558 Please be advised that Don & Lori Ballan are proposing to remove 40 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W558 located in the vicinity of Chub Lake. Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to 100 Mile Forest District 300 Cariboo Hwy #97 by April 2nd 2014. Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Don or Lori Ballan, Box 614, 108 Mile, BC, V0K 2Z0
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Kiara Tingley, standing left, Lauren Popadinac, sitting left, Emma West, MistyLee Luczak, Asia Hindmarsh and Carly Ruscheinsky, standing right, cheered on their grades 5/6 girls teammates, while waiting their turn to get on the court at the basketball tournament at Horse Lake Elementary School on Feb. 26. The Horse Lake Elementary girls team finished in third place.
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100 Mile House Elementary School student Owen Ross, middle, tried to steal the ball from Horse Lake Elementary School student Owen Gilbert while his teammate Jarid Smith (50) looked on during a Grade 6 basketball tournament at Mile 108 Elementary School on Feb. 26.
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Between 18 and 20 teams from all over the area, including about eight from 100 Mile House, are expected to be in the house for the March 14-16 tournament. The public is invited to watch free of charge all weekend in the downstairs area and lounge area upstairs at the local curling rink, located on Airport Road in 100 Mile House. The theme this year is “Pyjama Party.” The club, and some curlers, will be decorated accordingly during a dinner at the club on March 15, Doddridge adds. “It’s such a good time. People are ready to get out and do some curling.” Adds spokesperson Wayne Venos: “It is a perfect chance for the public to see our lady curlers in action.
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ed night out after being cooped up all winter. 4H meetings The club is in full swing and their next meeting is at the community hall on March 9 at 1 p.m. They also will be having a bake sale in front of the 100 Mile House mall liquor store on March 15 if you would like to lend your support.
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It is feeling a little like spring don’t you think? We sure have been having some nice blue sky, bright sunny days in Lone Butte lately. Dance slated The details haven’t been hammered out yet, but keep your eyes open for a March dance in Lone Butte. It’s always a good time, and a much-need-
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Students in the grades 1/2 class at Horse Lake Elementary School sported their pink shirts in support of anti-bullying day on Feb. 26.
Flea market There will be a craft sale and flea market on March 29 at the community hall. If you would like to rent a table, please call Audrey Burnell-Higgs at 250-395-4206 or Pat McKay at 250-395-2114.
A lot going on at Lac la Hache
Community Association meeting This group of residents will be getting together on March 11 at 7 p.m. to discuss ongoing community projects and events. Without this dedicated team of volunteers, there likely wouldn’t be any events going on in Lone Butte. Anyone is eligible to join, and a helping hand is always appreciated. Lone Butte Rocks is fast approaching, and they are already planning and organizing for that growing event.
If you would like to be part of the fun, give Heather Nelson a call at 250-395-3588. Spring break Horse Lake Elementary School students will be on spring break from March 8 to March 24. I hope everyone will enjoy their break and the weather will cooperate during the time off. I’ll be heading to the balmy Prairies (ha, ha) to visit friends and family. It’s not quite as warm as Mexico or Hawaii, but it will have to do.
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Lac la Hache Elementary School students donned pink shirts for National Pink Shirt Day on Feb 27. Everyone was encouraged to wear pink to symbolize we, as a community, will not tolerate bulling anywhere. Our Cariboo Regional District Director Al Richmond, who wearing his pink shirt, dropped by to give the Parents Advisory Council parents a hand serving pink pancakes and other breakfast goodies to the students and staff. Everyone wishes school principal Steve Carpenter a speedy recovery from his injuries sustained while playing hockey. He will be away from school for another four weeks or so, and Kristine Monnon will be covering for him while he is away.
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Students and staff at Lac la Hache Elementary School donned their pink shirts in show of support against bullying on Pink Shirt Day on Feb. 26.
The tubing and lunch has been re-scheduled for March 7. Band students joined in the south-end schools for the band concert on Feb. 27 at the 100 Mile House Junior Secondary Gym. Students enjoyed being part of such a big event. Busy grades 3-7 students joined the basketball jamboree at the Bridge Lake Elementary School on Feb. 28.
Big bingo prize Bingo is being played at the Lac la Hache Community Hall and has its progressive pot sitting at 54 numbers fro $2,350. Watch for Elvis returning for a sock hop at the hall April 26. Tickets will be available in mid-March. Curling club news Everyone is invited to the Lac La Hache
Curling Club Fun Spiel at the 100 Mile House Curling Rink on March 31. Folks can bring their own team or sign up and be put on a team. All ages are welcome. The cost is $25 per person and includes three draws of four ends and dinner. For fun spiel information and to sign up for some curling, contact Barbara McInnes at 250396-4006 by March 26.
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Can Toyota’s Tundra ride alongside heavyweight brands like Ford, GM or Ram?
Tugging at the tails of top selling trucks If there is one segment of the auto business that takes dynamite to get people to change brands, it’s the full-size pickup truck category, I’m sure most of us know of someone who is a “Ford guy” or The Tundra is “Chevy diehard” owner, even as capable as and getting him or her to move to a new many of the domestic truck would be almost brands but in some impossible. ways it still has a way It wasn’t until the last to go to truly be an Toyota Tundra was introduced in 2007 that alternative to Ford, Toyota was a real conGM and Ram. tender. That 2007 Tundra and this refreshed 2014 Zack Spencer model are designed, engineered and even built in America, helping to pull loyal domestic buyers away. The Tundra is even as capable as many of the domestic brands but in some ways it still has a way to go to truly be an alternative to Ford, GM and Ram.
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is a step up from the lower trims but not nearly as supple and luxurious as the new batch of interiors from Ram and GM. Those trucks, in particular, have almost luxury-sedan interiors that make the driver forget they are in a truck. The Tundra, in comparison, is a bit stark, featuring a hard, simple plastic dash and door pieces that don’t compare. The centre screen is smaller than many competitors are, and the screen embedded in the instrument cluster is small. What has been improved is the overall layout of the centre console. The back seat is massive and flips up with just one hand to make room for interior storage. I found the last Tundra to have a very high seating position that limited headroom. This new 2014 seems to have a better seating position, no longer crimping headroom for taller drivers. Drive Powering the Tundra are two V8 gasoline engines. The base model has a 4.6L V8 with 310hp and 327 lb.-ft. of torque. The larger 5.7L has 381hp and 401 lb.-ft. of torque. This is one area that the Toyota cannot compete; there is no V6 offered and no diesel (Ram only), which the domestic makers do offer. By limiting the available engine options and not having a heavy-duty model that will certainly diminish the
number of domestic buyers willing to give Tundra a try. On the road, I was surprised at just how rough the ride is in comparison to the all-new GM trucks, which really are like driving a big sedan. I would also place the Ford F-150 and Ram 1500 a very close second in ride comfort. The Tundra is choppy on rough roads and the noise level is on the high side. Toyota claims to have improved ride quality on this refreshed 2014 model but I am not a fan of the ride. Verdict The Tundra is a capable truck. When equipped it can tow up to 4760 kg, which is on the high side in this class. What surprised me the most was the real “trucky” ride. I have had extensive seat time in all three domestic brands over the past year and I have to say that they are best sellers for a reason – the refinement is rather dramatic. The Lowdown Power: 4.6L V8 with 310hp or 5.7L V8 with 381hp Fill-up: 15.8L/11.0L/100km (city/highway 5.6L) Sticker price: $26,750-$54,000 zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca
Looks As part of the 2014 redesign, Toyota went about setting up a slightly different look for each of its trim levels. Sold as an SR5, Limited and Platinum, each has a variation of the oversized front grille. The wheel openings are now larger and squarer, framing wheel sizes ranging from 18-inches on the SR5 and Limited and 20-inches on the Platinum. The Tailgate has a soft open feature, stopping it from slamming down, that is fantastic but there is no side step or ladder into the bed the way Ford and the new GM trucks have. Sold as a regular car, double cab or Crew Cab, there is a model for most buyers. Inside Just as the outside was redesigned to have a unique character for each trim, the inside mimics this idea. The Platinum model I tested is covered with a diamond pattern, or quilted look used on the leather seatbacks, side door inserts and dash front panel. It
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Learn back country rules and follow them
Backcountry recreationalists are reminded to follow the rules while snowmobiling in order 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 particular area. Closures now are in effect in about 60 areas frequented by the mountain caribou. Maps showing the locations of these closed areas are available online at http://www.env.gov.
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Backcountry recreational users need to be aware of Caribou closures as well as avalanche safety.
bc.ca/fw/wildlife/snowmobile-closures/. 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 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 http://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 B.C., 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 http://www. for.gov.bc.ca/land_ten-
ures/tenure_programs/ programs/adventure_ tourism/index.html.
RED CARPET GALA Business Excellence Awards And
CITIZEN OF THE YEAR CELEBRATION
Saturday, March 22, 2014 at the 100 Mile Community Hall Cocktails at 6pm ~ Dinner at 7pm Tickets $40 per person and available at Andre’s Electronics, Timber Mart and the Chamber Office or call to reserve
250-395-6124
Seating is limited, so get your tickets early to avoid disappointment
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Wranglers Souvenir Book featuring photos and stories of the 2013-2014 Season
Wednesday, March 5, 2014 100 Mile Free Press
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MARCH KELOWNA
2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600
VERNON
200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 542-3000
PENTICTON
KAMLOOPS
745 Notre Dame Drive (250) 851-8700
CASTLEGAR
ANDRES CAR AUDIO WEST KELOWNA 1881 Harvey Avenue (250) 860-1975
ANDRES WIRELESS
PENTICTON
VERNON
WEST KELOWNA
KAMLOOPS
2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600
ANDRES WIRELESS Cherry Lane Mall (250) 493-4566
KELOWNA
2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600
Aberdeen Mall (250) 377-8880
215 - 450 Lansdowne Mall (250) 377-8007
CRANBROOK
TELUS KIOSK
NELSON
Chahko Mika Mall (250) 352-7258
PRINCE GEORGE WILLIAMS L AKE 100 MILE H OUSE BU YI NG
299 Oliver Str. (250) 398-8522
916 Alpine Ave. (250) 395-4015
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KELOWNA CAR AUDIO KAMLOOPS CAR AUDIO WEST KELOWNA P R IC E
SE TI R PE EX
1881 Harvey Avenue (250) 860-1975
WE WILL NOT BE BEAT!
154 Victoria Str (250) 314-9944
100 MILE H OUSE WILLIAMS L AKE 916 Alpine Ave. (250) 395-4015
#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600
WEST KELOWNA #200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600
745 Notre Dame Drive (250) 851-8700
VERNON
200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 542-3000
ANDRES WIRELESS ANDRES WIRELESS ANDRES B USINESS ANDRES CAR AUDIO
200-1965 Columbia Ave. 101 Kootenay St. North (250) 365-6455 (250) 426-8927
2591A Vance Rd. (250) 563-4447
101-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. 200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 493-3800 (250) 542-3000
#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600
KELOWNA
Villiage Green Mall (250) 542-1496
101-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. (250) 493-3800
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299 Oliver Str. (250) 398-8522
#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600
VERNON
200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 542-3000
300 St. Paul Str. (250) 377-3773
KELOWNA
2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600
154 Victoria Str (250) 314-9944
WEST KELOWNA #200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600
KAMLOOPS
VERNON
PENTICTON
VERNON
745 Notre Dame Drive 200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 851-8700 (250) 542-3000
101-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. 200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 493-3800 (250) 542-3000
KAMLOOPS
745 Notre Dame Drive (250) 851-8700
PRINCE GEORGE 2591A Vance Rd. (250) 563-4447