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Participating teams from Burns Lake, Kelowna, Chetwynd, Surrey, Ridge Meadows and Clearwater line up for the opening ceremonies of the Midget Tier 4 provincial championships. The tournament was held March 16 – 19 in the Sportsplex in Clearwater. Photo by Keith McNeill

Clearwater hosts successful Midget Tier 4 provincials were unable to hold them in the final. Otherwise, the Bruins had nothing but lop-sided wins during the provincials.

Keith McNeill “It was a really good, well organized event. I would have no problem recommending that Clearwater host another championship.” That was the assessment of BC Hockey representative Bill Greene following the Midget Tier 4 provincial championships at the Sportsplex last week. “It was everything BC Hockey wants to see from its provincial championships, and more,” he said. Greene said the new changing rooms at the Sportsplex were greatly appreciated with the teams. Not only were the organization and the facilities good, but how the community’s hotels, motels, restaurants and residents treated the visiting teams was outstanding as well, he said. “The hospitality was second to none,” the BC

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Hockey rep said. “It usually is, in small communities, but this was exceptional.” Burns Lake Bruins won the provincial championships, defeating Kelowna Rockets in the final game 6 – 0 on Wednesday evening, March 19. The Rockets had earlier held the Bruins to a 1 – 1 tie in the round-robin portion of the tournament but

Ice Hawks take fourth Although they weren’t in the final game, Clearwater Ice Hawks did well at the championships, with two wins, two losses and a tie. Overall, they placed fourth. The Hawks played the first game of the tournament on Sunday afternoon, March 16, against the Bruins. They had a difficult time with the eventual championship winners, losing 12 – 4. Clearwater coach Orlynn Braaten described the Bruins as a very good and a very disciplined team. The local squad came back that evening, however, to defeat the Surrey Storm 3 – 2. Braaten described it as a tough game but the team pulled

it together to win. Monday evening they faced off against the Kelowna Rockets, their longtime rivals. The Rockets had beaten the Hawks a few weeks earlier to win the league championship. The Clearwater squad got some revenge by holding the Rockets to a 5 – 5 tie. “This game was one of the better games of the tourney as we have been beaten by this team all season and we were able to get the tie,” said the Clearwater coach. “Austin Rauch was able to grab a hat trick for this game.” On Tuesday Clearwater took on the Ridge Meadows Rustlers and won 2 – 1. “This game was a tough battle,” Braaten commented. “We had a bit of a scattered game but were able to pull the win off.” The Ice Hawks’ last game of the tourna-

ment was on Wednesday afternoon against the Chetwynd Giants. It was a good, close game but the score ended up 5 – 4 for the Giants. This was the last minor hockey game for eight of the Ice Hawks players as they age out and aren’t allowed to continue. Braaten said that the tournament was a good experience for everyone involved. He felt the players were great ambassadors of Clearwater. Coordinator says thanks “What a successful BC Hockey Midget Provincials!” said District of Clearwater sports coordinator Melody Romeo. “Clearwater rolled out the red carpet and our guests were impressed!” “The volunteers were sensational,” Romeo said. “The lead tournament coordinators were efficient and no detail was

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missed. Our hotels and restaurants did a terrific job of accommodating the guests and, of course, nothing would have been the same without a home team that can fill an arena! The stands were packed and the cheers were thunderous.” The sports coordinator said that the parents and players would like to thank the many sponsors without whom the tournament could not be possible. She gave special thanks to town councillor Ken Kjenstad for his leadership. She added that the staff and crew at the arena pulled out all the stops and that the other teams were envious of our arena and, of course, the concession. “Our town, team and community can all be proud. It was a fabulous week had by all!” Romeo said. For more hockey photos, see page A12 inside.

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For the Record Times Staff The cutline under the photo “Dollar Store getting face-lift” in our Mar. 20 issue reads, in part, “Clearwater Dollar Store co-owner Linda Miller and Cody McCauley watch as Rick McCauley uses a power-nailer.” Although the word “co-owner” is singular and therefore refers only to one person – Linda Miller — some have apparently taken it to mean the McCauleys are also co-owners of the store. For the record, Linda and Kerry Miller are the co-owners of Clearwater Dollar Store. Rick and Cody McCauley are contractors the Millers have hired to renovate the front of their building.

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"Pyramid Bay", a 12" x 16" oil painting, is one of several works by Doris Laner that will be available to be chosen as the first prize in a treasure hunt being organized for this summer by the Wells Gray World Heritage Committee. Photo submitted

Artist to celebrate area’s geology Submitted Local artist Doris Laner is well known for her startling wilderness ‘mood portraits’. This summer she will harness her talents to bring the beauty and mystique of Wells Gray Park to a wider audience. Laner is preparing a series of small landscape paintings on the theme of ‘Wells Gray rocks: a celebration of geology in the Clearwater Valley’. The paintings are being done in support of an upcoming Global Geopark proposal loosely based on Wells Gray: www.therockymountain-

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Libraries move to new catalogue system Thompson-Nicola Regional District The TNRD Library System will be moving in early April to a new computer system, that will enhance and improve the library experience for all patrons. This web-based catalogue will become the primary tool for the public to view the library’s collection as well as to place requests for specific material. The Sierra system takes the place of Sitka/ Evergreen. For library patrons, the benefits of Sierra will include a more visually appealing discovery layer that will better showcase library holdings. The new catalogue will also support more sophisticated search techniques, “Did You Mean?”

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suggestions, popular choices, tag clouds and user-contributed tags. Other features include the ability to review materials, create RSS My Record feeds, enjoy same-day telephone notifications, or register for a card online. Not all of these features will be available immediately, but the TNRD Library System looks forward to improving the experience in the long term. The TNRD Library System will be providing information in the near future to explain the changes that the move to Sierra will entail, including launch dates. Library staff are committed to making every effort to ensure the transition to Sierra is smooth and has as little impact on patrons as possible.

ORV legislation will keep B.C.'s backcountry safe Times Staff

of British Columbia's vehicle registry, reducing implementation costs. ORVs will have to be registered and display a clearly visible number plate before they can be operated on Crown or other public land. • Allow the development of regulations on the rules of operation (such as wearing helmets), safety standards and conditions of use for a wide range of modern ORVs, including snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles or "quads", dirt bikes and utility terrain vehicles. • Assist in identifying stolen or abandoned ORVs, by requiring ORVs to be registered in a database that is accessible to peace officers at all times. • Provide officers with more effective enforcement tools to target the small number of irresponsible ORV owners that endanger others or damage sensitive habitat. This includes the ability to stop and inspect ORVs for violations, seize an ORV for safety or evidence purposes, and increase the maximum fine for offences from $500 to $5,000. Included in the proposed ORV legislation is an amendment to the Special Accounts Appropriation and Control Act establishing the ORV Trail Management Sub-account. This will ease the process of providing future investments directly into developing and maintaining trails, delivering lasting benefits to the ORV tourism industry in rural communities. The government Serious Issues require media release states that Serious Lawyers the proposed ORV Act is the result of extensive • ICBC Claims consultation, and repre• Family Law sents a fair compromise • Real Estate for all user groups. Implementation, including registration provi250-674-2255 or sions, is anticipated in the fall of 2014. 1-888-374-3161

New off road vehicle (ORV) legislation recently proposed by the provincial government has Wells Gray Country TNRD director Tim Pennell feeling cautiously optimistic. “After over a decade of work I am hopeful that concerns of all parties have been addressed and a workable solution will be approved by the provincial legislature,” he said. Pennell has represented the Thompson-Nicola Regional District for the past four years on Union of BC Municipalities' off road vehicle working group. As a member of the group, he has been able to provide input on the proposed legislation. ”Safety issues and solutions to deal with those very few off road vehicle users that do cause problems were of primary concern but the legislation has to come at minimal cost to the users in order to gain their support and participation,” he said. “I feel these issues have been addressed in the proposed legislation.” The Wells Gray Country director said that once the legislation is in place it should facilitate trail access and development, including community-tocommunity trails, while at the same time provide development and operational direction that will alleviate environmental concerns. According to a government media release, Bill 13, the Off Road Vehicle Act, promises certainty, safety and regulatory structure for thousands of off-road enthusiasts. The proposed Off Road Vehicle – or ORV – Act replaces the 40-year-old Motor Vehicle (All Terrain) Act with a modern management structure, designed to align with existing regulatory regimes at minimal cost. Increased use of quads, snowmobiles and other ORVs has helped British Columbians get out and enjoy the beauty of the province's backcountry. Bill 13 will help ensure these vehicles are driven in a DINNER IS ON ME I will buy you a $100 safe and environmentalmeal when you buy a car from me! ly responsible manner. The act, if passed and brought into force, will: Big city selection with small • Establish a onetown pricing time registration system DEARBORN FORD specifically designed to Jody Gyger integrate with the preCELL 250-571-9609 Tel 250-372-7101 existing structure of the 2555 East Trans Canada Hwy - Kamloops Insurance Corporation

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WHAT’S HAPPENING Seniors Monthly Lunch The next monthly Seniors Lunch will be at the Blackpool Hall on April 8th, 2014 from 10:30am – 2:00pm. Lunch will be served by Bayley’s Bistro and guest speakers Sharon Neufeld, Registered Massage Therapist will be discussing breathing and posture, while Linda Mackenzie, Registered Nurse will be discussing Home Care Nursing and Home Support. A bus will be available at Evergreen Acres at 10:30am to take anyone interested out to Blackpool Hall. Community Workshop – Enhancing the Local Forest Economy On April 5th, 2014 from 9:00am-4:00pm at the Legion there will be a workshop to to hear from invited guests, on their successes and challenges involved with enhancing their Local Forest Economy, as well as discussions on value added opportunities, employment trends and education for the future in forestry. Participants will also be asked for their input into a Forestry Visioning statement for the North Thompson Valley. Wells Gray Community Forest Corporation Grant Funding applications are now open. The purpose of the Wells Gray Community Forest Society is to promote economic and social welfare of Wells Gray Country and the District of Clearwater, including the provision of support for the benevolent and charitable enterprises, federations, agencies and societies engaged in furthering these purposes. Applications can be picked up at the Community Resource Centre or at wellsgraysociety2010@gmail.com. All applications must be returned by April 15th, 2014 at 4:30pm to the Community Resource Centre or on line at the above address. If submitting a paper application, 7 copies must be provided. Community Recreation Programs Community Volleyball – Tuesdays – 7:30-9:00pm until April 8 Community Basketball – Fridays – 7:00-8:30pm February 28 – April 11 February 21 - 23 – 6:00-7:00pm - March 6 – April 10 Indoor Family Tennis – Thursdays Community Indoor Soccer – Thursday – 7:30-9:00pm March 6 – April 10 Senior Sit and Be Fit – Mar. 5 - Apr.16, 10:30-11:15 at Evergreen Acres Self Breast Care, FREE Wednesday, April 2 6:30-8:30 PM at CSS Pitt Call Eleanor for more information on these and other programs at 250.674.1878 or register at the District office. Upcoming Events April 12th – Seedy Saturday at the Ski hill – Does this mean Spring is REALLY on the way April 13th - Rhythm Riders Drill team Introduction Day May 5th – Garden Party at Wells Gray Inn – Door open at 1200pm – Lunch at 1:00pm Upcoming Meetings of Council April 1st, 2014 – Infrastructure Committee meeting – 5:00pm April 1st, 2014 – Regular Council meeting – 7:00pm April 15th, 2014 – Economic Development meeting – 5:00pm April 15th, 2014 – Regular Council Meeting – 7:00pm

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Opinion

“ All the mistakes I ever made were when I wanted to say "No" and "Yes."” - Moss Hart, playwright editorial by keith mcNeill

Editor recycles old opinion piece about new use for Dutch Lake

Editor's Note: Recently there has been renewed interest in creating a venue for theatre and music presentations in Clearwater. With this in mind, plus plans by District of Clearwater to drill a new well, we dust off an editorial that appeared in our May 24, 2010 issue:

Letters Heart and Stroke fundraisers report a good result for March Editor, The Times:

The 2014 Heart and Stroke fundraising for the month is now wrapped up. Thank-you Clearwater for the support you have given to the North Thompson (Clearwater Division) Heart and Stroke Foundation. This year we exceeded funds raised last year by over $500, for a grand total of $4,504.11. It is amazing how a few more volunteers can make such a big difference. It is with this momentum we will be setting a goal for $5,000 for 2015. Come out next year and help us reach this goal! Once again, huge thank-you's to the owners and staff at Safety Mart, Home Hardware, Wells Gray Inn, and North Thompson Times. Thankyou to all the donors. A special thanks to the volunteers, as they chose to contact me, to get involved to improve the quality of life of human kind, and to honor the friends and family left behind. Wishing you and your families good health and happiness. Be heart healthy,

Wendy Grimm, team captain, coordinator North Thompson (Clearwater Division) Heart and Stroke Foundation

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One of the more interesting items to come out of District of Clearwater's infrastructure committee meeting last Tuesday afternoon was the existence of a paleo-channel that connected Clearwater River with Dutch Lake, apparently during glacial times. The channel is now filled with rubble and debris, but it formerly came into the lake near the island. Crews discovered it back in the 1960s when B.C. Hydro was investigating putting dams on the Clearwater. According to one of the engineers at the meeting, it would be a prime candidate for one of the test wells the engineers are recommending the District drill to locate new water sources. The paleo-channel is located at the edge of a 60-acre lot that takes up the northwest corner of the lake – from Wyndhaven subdivision to Dutch Lake Resort. We have written about this piece of property before (once about 20 years ago, the second time more recently) recommending that it be turned into a park. Former local resident Frank Ritcey also has written a letter to the editor that recommended the same thing.

Why a park? The first reason is that the property contains a large natural amphitheatre, capable of holding (by your editor's estimate) at least 5,000 people. With the removal of a few trees and the construction of a small stage, it could almost immediately become a unique venue for performances by local musicians. Taking out a few more trees and adding a large tarpaulin (a few pieces from the former B.C. Place stadium roof would have been good) would make it even more usable. Looking farther down the road, the entire amphitheatre could be roofed by a giant dome or tent. The Community Resource Center is looking at whether to locate its proposed arts, crafts and technology center at the former Dutch Lake School or to build a new site elsewhere. It seems to us that having a potentially unique facility such as the natural amphitheatre would make the Dutch Lake option the obvious choice. Another reason for creating a park would be to preserve the viewscape as seen from Dutch Lake beach and Highway 5. Sooner or later, if some level of government does not acquire the land, someone will build a subdivision or condominium development on it. A third reason would be to help the construction of the long-proposed trail around Dutch Lake. The property contains a good proportion of the lake's periphery. A fourth would be as an outdoor recreation and education

center. The property is the terminus of the Clearwater River trail, plus it touches on Dutch Lake for flat-water training and has access to Clearwater River for training in swift-water. A fifth possible use (although this would need more public consultation) would be as an overflow for Dutch Lake beach. There is sand on the property and possibly a small beach could be constructed that would catch the morning sun and warm up earlier in the day than the present beach. The existence of the paleochannel adds one more potential use for the land. If it proves out (and there is no reason to think that it shouldn't – the connection likely is why the lake rises and falls with the river level) then the property could be a water source for the community. The water would be largely from the Clearwater River, which comes mostly from pristine wilderness areas (except for the Mahood tributary). It would be a relatively short and direct pump from the well(s) to the water reservoir near Archibald Road (and engineers have recommended construction of a loop around the north end of the lake in any event). District of Clearwater councillors recently set up a special fund for land acquisition. Which particular pieces of land, if any, they have in mind has (quite correctly) not been made public. We hope, however, that acquiring the property at the northwest corner of Dutch Lake as a legacy for the community is a priority.

Western hypocrisy on Crimea is appalling Editor, The Times:

The idea of bullying of small countries by large ones is repugnant to me, regardless of who’s doing it. In Crimea’s case I am referring to Russia’s threat, implied or actual, on Crimea’s vote on joining the Russian union and separating

from Kiev. In an ideal world this is no way to conduct a democratic vote. Having said this, I am equally appalled at the bold-faced hypocrisy of western nations, led by the U.S., on this issue. The new government in Kiev is the result of a coup against the

former, democratically-elected government. The people of the Crimea are predominately Russian and feel more comfortable in uniting with Russia (evidence of 86 per cent vote). The U.S. and other western allies have a long history Continued on page A5

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Question of the Week

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Not yet. Maybe next week. I just got back from India. There's still time to do it.

Tori Cooke (with Taya):

My dad is working on them in Kamloops.

Rose McArthur:

Yes, and we got a good return this year. Some people don't realize that all First Nations have to pay taxes, status or not. I love my country. It's a small price to pay.

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They're done. I was right on it this time.

Are major banks fixing prices of metals? Editor, The Times:

Last week I was in Victoria staying with some friends. The man of the house, a former commercial fisherman like myself, had just purchased a 17-foot aluminum boat to commute to his cabin on De Courcey Island. He remarked, “I was lucky to find this boat (in Chilliwack). Aluminum is so scarce.” I gave the answer that I thought was

right, “I guess it's the booming economies of China and India. They are sucking up the world's metal supply.” Shows how little I'd learned. On the ferry back to Horseshoe Bay I picked up a February Rolling Stone. There was the irrepressible Matt Taibbi with an article titled, “The Vampire Squid Strikes Again.” “Banks are no longer just financing heavy industry. They

are actually buying it up and inventing bigger, bolder and scarier scams than ever,” Taibbi wrote. The mega banks are grabbing up metal stocks and warehousing them: This not drives up the cost of metals, such as aluminum, but discourages producers, such as Alcan, from selling directly to manufactures. There is no shortage of aluminum. “It was a merry-go-round of metal.” Shuttled

from warehouse to warehouse it was designed to drive up the prices of metal. And who pays in the end (besides the manufacturers)? You and I of course! Now one has to ask: Can anyone (with exception of Kevin Oleary) defend our present capitalist system on this one? I quote Matt Taibbi, “The irony was incredible. After f_ _king up so badly that the government

had to give them federal bank charters and bottomless wells of free cash to save their necks. The feds gave Golman Sacks

and Morgan Stanley (who else?) hall passes to become crossspecies monopolistic powers with almost limitless reach into

any sector of the economy.” Enough said!

Dennis Peacock Clearwater, B.C.

Let's hope cooler heads will prevail Continued from page A4 of both military intervention and terrorist activity by their secret services. Cuba, Grenada, Panama, Iraq and most Central American counties have been invaded directly or indirectly on flimsy evidence

designed to disguise pure self interest – weapons of mass destruction in Iraq’s case. Canada, at this time under different management, declined to be part of this sham, to our credit. The bias of western media on this Crimean

issue is so blatant as to demand correction. Canada, under the Harper regime is just a bullying want-to-be. Bullying is bullying, whether it is done by the Russians, Americans, European Union, or, for that matter, Canada. Let’s

hope that cooler heads will prevail on the international stage to avoid a wider and nastier conflict.

Wes Morden Blackpool, B.C.

Too many are subjected to MSP bureaucracy Editor, The Times:

Re: Eliminate MSP premiums Medical service premiums have increased over 90 per cent since 2001 and this is hurting modest income households. If your adjusted net income is one dollar over the $30,000 MSP subsidy level, you pay the same premium as a millionaire. For a family of three, an adjusted net income of $33,000 is barely adequate, but MSP takes five per cent ($1,662) in premiums.

A family of three earning $330,000 pays the same premium amount of $1,662, but this amounts to only 0.5 per cent of their income. Thirty-seven per cent of all B.C. seniors received some level of premium assistance in 2012 (according to Terry Lake's Jan. 7 letter to the editor), an indication that regular premiums are becoming increasingly unaffordable. It should not be necessary for so many residents to be subject-

ed to MPS premiumassistance bureaucracy in their senior years. There are more progressive ways to supplement health care funding. If a medical tax were to be included on income tax based on taxpayers' ability to pay, medical service premiums could be eliminated, there would be no need for premium assistance and administration costs would be substantially reduced.

Frieda Nietzel, Port Coquitlam, B.C.

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YEARS AGO:

Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops would soon have to abandon all elective surgery due to a critical shortage of beds, said the president of the medical staff. A good case could be presented for a 30-bed hospital to serve the needs of the North Thompson, said three men who had attended meetings on the overall needs of the region. About 100 participants were expected to take part in the “Walk for the Elks” to raise money to build an Elks Lodge in Clearwater. Total expenditures for School District 26 (Birch Island) were $560,000. Mrs.

R.J. Petch was vicechairman, and J. Alan Smith was secretarytreasurer. The College of New Caledonia was to start operation in September in the buildings of the Prince George senior secondary school.

YEARS AGO: Driving lessons were being offered in Clearwater as part of a Kamloops driving school's expansion program. Clearwater area motorists saw the number of motor vehicle accidents go up from 175 to 203, a 16 per cent increase. Six persons were killed in four separate accidents.

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HISTORICAL Perspective

BACK IN TIME

YEARS AGO: Clearwater's PeeWee Pups sailed through Ashcroft's weekend tournament without a loss. Goalie Ted McGill was most valuable player.

YEARS AGO: A $1,000 cheque was given by Bill Mattenley and Norman Kay on behalf of CTP employees, contrac-

tors and their families to Inez Collison and Charlie Burman for Evergreen Acres. Another $1,000 was given to Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital. The money was raised at the CTP Bonspiel. Fees for camping in B.C. Parks were raised by $1 to $5 per night in some parks, and $7 in others. Health Minister Jim Nielsen and Kamloops MLA Claude Richmond announced that a contract had

been awarded to renovate and expand the service areas at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital. Total value of the project was over $400,000.

YEARS AGO: Clearwater Secondary School academic quiz team won a silver medal at the annual Stretch for the Stratosphere competition in Kamloops. Team members were

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YEARS AGO: Work was underway to extend the CID water system across Brookfield Creek to Sunshine Valley. Police were looking for three Bear Creek Correctional Camp inmates who had walked away from a Pow Wow they had been allowed to attend in Kamloops. They were with a Rayleigh inmate who was considered dangerous.

YEARS AGO: A 67-year-old Little Fort resident surrendered following a 10-hour standoff with the RCMP Emergency Response Team. The incident began when three shots were fired at two men riding on dirt bikes. More than 20 people attended a meeting to set up a local chapter of the United Salvage Logging Association of B.C.

YEARS AGO: A fire gutted the former Golden Spur Store building in Blackpool. The structure was believed to have been the oldest surviving commercial building in Wells Gray Country. Slocan Forest Products shareholders voted 99.9 per cent in favor of a merger with Canfor Corporation. A proposed snowmobile and ATV trail

from Sun Peaks to Blue River met with much enthusiasm, with the biggest issue identifying caribou habitat. “There appears to be no way to approach Blue River without going through the caribou 'cells,'” said Al Hodgson, a former president of the Kamloops snowmobile club.

YEARS AGO: Blue River got a big boost with the announcement of a $777,000 grant from the federal and provincial governments for the community’s water system. The money would be used to install 3,400 meters of water main, providing a connection to the reservoir and control building. The federal and provincial grants would cover twothirds of the cost, with the remaining onethird to come from local taxpayers. “Some of the old pipes date back to 1923, when they were installed by CN,” said Max Lentz, TNRD director for Thompson Headwaters (Area B).

YEAR AGO: Local politicians got a hand from female hockey players as they turned the sod to officially mark the start of construction of new changing rooms at the Sportsplex. A presentation by female hockey players had encouraged town council to get a grant through MLA Terry Lake, said Mayor John Harwood.

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Roundabout project received ICBC funds Times Staff Insurance Corporation of British Columbia contributed $43,200 last year towards the installation and lighting of the new roundabout on Highway 5 in Clearwater. According to a media release from ICBC, the contribution was part of $530,000 given to 20 projects in Kamloops and area during 2013. Also on the list was $36,100 towards the installation of a changeable message sign in Little Fort, and $8,700 towards construction of a passing lane north of Blue River, including a left-turn lane for the regional district transfer station. Partner for all three North Thompson projects was the provincial Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. “ICBC's road improvement program works in partnership with municipalities and our ministry to help make our roads and highways safer,” said Todd Stone, MLA for Kamloops-South Thompson and Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. “This program is a great example of successful partnerships as it brings together

numerous stakeholders to help ensure safety remains a top priority when roads and highways are designed or upgraded in communities across the province.” ICBC launched its road improvement program in 1990 and since then has invested approximately $120 million in road improvement projects and safety studies across B.C. The most recent evaluation of the program concluded that, over a two-year time period, for every dollar invested, ICBC and its customers see a return rate of five times the investment – and the benefits can continue well beyond two years. In 2013, ICBC invested approximately $1.7 million in the southern Interior and $8 million across the province. ICBC also participates in engineering studies and assists communities in the planning of roadways and managing traffic. As road improvements are made, drivers may also need to adopt new driving behaviours, such as adjusting to traffic pattern changes and understanding the rules of the road. The majority of crashes are preventable and have more to do with driver error than road engineering.

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NT Arts Council to hold annual Elementary Art Contest Submitted North Thompson Arts Council (NTAC) will be holding an Art Contest for elementary students of the North Thompson Valley. This contest is open to all interested elementary students, from Kindergarten to Grade 7. There will be two categories: one for those from Kindergarten to Grade 3; and one for those from Grade 4 to Grade 7. Students are invited to create a work of two dimensional art on an 8 ½ x 11 sheet of paper, using any medium they wish: pencil, charcoal, watercolour, acrylics, oil paints, etc. The artwork can be in any style and on any theme. Please do not frame your entries. Students must provide a short description or story about their work of art, to a maximum of 50 words. Students must also clearly label their artwork and write-up with

their name and grade. Entries may be submitted to locations in Barriere and Clearwater. All entries submitted in Barriere will be displayed and voted on by the public at the Celebration of the Arts Festival, April 26-27, 2014. All entries submitted in Clearwater will be displayed at a Clearwater event, yet to be confirmed. The public will be invited to vote on their favourite piece of art. The People’s Choice ‘winner’ in each category at each event will receive a basket of art supplies, a one year membership to the

North Thompson Arts Council, and will have their winning artwork displayed at local art galleries. In Barriere, please submit artworks to NTAC Secretary Margaret Houben (contact by phone – 250-672-9330 to arrange drop off or pick up), or by mail to NTAC, c/o Box 1084, Barriere, V0E 1E0, no later than April 14. In Clearwater, please submit artworks to the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center, Attention NTAC, 224 Candle Creek Road, Clearwater, B.C., V0E 1N1, no later than April 14.

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them from being introduced. In 2009, B.C. signed on as a partner in the Columbia Basin Invasive Mussel Rapid Response Plan, along with Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. The provincial government, supported by the Invasive Species Council of BC, coordinates standardized training, public outreach and response plans. Since 2012, a Clean Drain Dry program for boaters was launched to ensure boaters are aware, trained and committed to protecting our lakes. The Controlled Alien Species Regulation, introduced in 2012, prohibits the transfer of any mussels in B.C. and enables boat detention and fines of up to $100,000. Conservation offi-

cers now have the power and training to stop suspected boats and ensure they are decontaminated. Federal regulatory change is under review and is clearly needed to provide border inspectors with the authority to prevent mussel infested boats from entering the province. Other actions being considered include mandatory boat inspections. Find out how you and your community can become involved in the Clean Drain Dry program to protect your local lakes; contact www.bcinvasives.ca. If you see a mussel attached to a boat, dock or trailer in freshwater – it will be invasive. Report it to the RAPP line 1-877952-7277 immediately to ensure it is inspected and decontaminated.

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walked a little faster and the moose kept up. Soon he was running, with the moose trotting along behind. “I jumped a fence and leapt into a tree, but it bent down to the ground,” Green said. He grabbed a big stick and beat the animal with it. Jerry looked surprised and then walked away sulkily like a rejected child. The park ranger ran and told the farmer, Simpson, who got a

Service in 1950. He was park ranger for Wells Gray Park from 1953 to 1965 and lived in the cabins next to Hemp Creek, a few hundred meters south of Helmcken Falls Lodge. He later was a regional director, overseeing parks in the north such as Spatzizi and Liard Hot Springs. Green retired from the civil service in 1987 but then worked as a hunting guide, only retiring from that occupation four years ago. He and his wife, Eleanor, presently live in Smithers.

For a person who spent most of his adult life working within the provincial bureaucracy, former Wells Gray Park ranger Herb Green displays a surprising amount of irreverent humor. “Can you imagine someone like Herb working for BC Parks today?” asked local resident Hazel Wadlegger after Green gave an amusing account of his time as Wells Gray Park ranger 60 years ago. He gave his talk during a A Grizzly Tale storytelling evening in Upper Another story told during Clearwater Hall on Friday evethe evening at Upper Clearwater ning, March 21. Hall was one written by Bill The evening was part of a Members of the audience listen attentively to Green's talk. Close to 50 people Ludtke and read by Sharon two-day “Cabin Fever” event attended a storytelling evening on March 21 and more than 70 were at an Neufeld. staged by the hall's social comafternoon tea held in the hall on Saturday. Photo by Keith McNeill Bills' father, Fred Ludtke, mittee. It was followed by an had homesteaded the property afternoon tea at the hall on near where Clearwater Springs Saturday afternoon. seriously mauled. The following morning he is now. Green recalled that when About a 100 feet further on and Bill went back to look for “We had more bears than a he first arrived in the Upper they found the bear. It tried to the animal. rancher cares for,” Bill wrote. Clearwater in the spring of stand but Bill's father quickly They looked under the The encounter occurred in 1953, he remembered Hazel shot it a second time, killing it. spruce and found that, in fact, 1954 when Bill was just seven (then a young Hazel Ludtke) the bear had years old. and her brother and sister runbeen bedding Their father spent the day “When you need us, we’re close by” ning out to their fence to wave down there. Herb Green, Wells Gray Park ranger out on the range while the chilat him. When a death occurs, I’m here to help you, every step of the way. 24 hours There were even from 1953 to 1965, regales a gatherdren played in the garden. “I tell you, I liked them when a day, every day. the remains of ing in Upper Clearwater Hall about Before dark, their mother I saw them and I still like them,” If you have made pre-arrangements elsewhere and would like to discuss an animal it had his adventures. came and fetched the children Green said. having your local funeral home take care of you, please feel free to call. eaten. home. Wadlegger clarified that they Photo by Keith McNeill If Bill's father NORTH THOMPSON About five minutes later their didn't run out to wave at him had taken anothFUNERAL SERVICES father came home, walked down because they were being friend73 Taren Drive, er step forward mangle (a kind of large turnip) the same trail, and encountered Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N2 ly. 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Hayward named B.C. Community Achiever By Lisa Quiding, North Thompson Star/Journal On March 20, Premier Christy Clark and Keith Mitchell, chair of the British Columbia Achievement Foundation, named this year’s recipients of the B.C. Community Achievement Awards. “As British Columbians, we are inspired by those in our communities who make a difference by their efforts,” said Clark. “Thank you to the 2014 recipients for their contributions; you make our Province stronger with your commitment and generosity.” “We recognize individuals today who have made a significant contribution either as volunteers or in the course of their work,” said Mitchell. We’re honoured to celebrate the contributions of these exceptional British Columbians.” Included in the list of recipients was North Thompson Star/Journal editor Jill Hayward, of Louis Creek. “I was totally amazed when I received the call notifying me that I had been selected as one of 33 to receive a B.C. Community Achievement Award,” said Hayward, “I had no idea that Ginger Chappell had sent in my nomination, with letters of support from

other community members. “I thank everyone for their kind words. I am still in shell shock, but it certainly made my day – my week – my year!” Hayward says she is passionate about the communities where she lives, and thoroughly enjoys her involvements with local organizations and projects. Currently she serves as the president of the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association, is co-chair of the North Thompson Agriplex Committee, presides over the McLure Wildfire Monument Society, has been a director of Barriere Rural Crime Watch, and amongst a number of other community involvements sits on the boards of Barriere First Responders, the Lower North Thompson Tourism Society, and is the Literacy Outreach Coordinator for the area. She has a relentless passion for her community, and is a strong advocate for agriculture and agritourism. Those she works with on her many community involvements say she has a special ability to bring community members together in working for a common goal, and her cheerful drive to get things done is contagious.

Some of the contributors to the Second Collected Works of the Writers' Circle hold copies of their work. The book was sponsored by the Wells Gray Country Seniors' Society. Pictured are (l-r) Sandra Holmes, Fran McRae, Irene Gouchie, Barbara Ferguson (with Sophie) and Valerie Luger. Photo by Kay Knox

Wells Gray Writers’ Circle publishes second book Submitted With pride and a sense of accomplishment the members of the Wells Gray Writers’ Circle announce the completion of their second book of Collected Works. This year’s book is divided into three sections: Celebrating Wells Gray Provincial Park, Writing for

the Fun of It and Spontaneous Writings. Each part comes with an introduction and explanation of the purpose of the writings collected in that section. Gracing the cover and scattered throughout the book are sketches done by Fran McRae. Irene Gouchie has contributed art work. Photos

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The BC Government is now off-loading our recycling decisions to Toronto.

Under its new regulations, the BC Government has set up an association led by big corporations to take over the local Blue Box recycling program throughout BC. If you look closely, you’ll see that of seven board members, six are executives of Toronto-based multi-national corporations, with the seventh weighing in from Montreal. How do you like that, British Columbia? This means, unlike the current program run locally by BC municipalities, this new program will be managed not by people whose first responsibility is our local environment, but rather, their Bay St. profits. That can’t be a good thing for BC. The most perplexing thing is that we currently have a Blue Box program that works, is efficient, and costs BC homeowners just

$35 a year on average. The new proposed system does not guarantee to keep our local environment as its first priority, nor does it guarantee that there won’t be job losses here in BC. It doesn’t guarantee service levels, or say anything about how big business will pass along the costs to you when you go to pick up a pizza or buy groceries. Yikes! Perhaps this is why several of BC’s municipalities refuse to sign onto the new program, calling it a “scam.” Given that, maybe it’s time you called Premier Clark to keep BC’s environmental decisions right here in BC where they belong.

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“Everywhere you turned, people were having fun!” said Shelley Sim, one of the organizers of the Fun Day held at Clearwater ski hill on Saturday, March 22. The action started on the bunny hill at 11 a.m., with mini slalom races, Chase the Bunny, a balloon relay challenge, and Ski Hard! (radar ski speed). This was followed by the main events, such as the Big Hill slalom race, Need for Speed (radar ski speed),

tube races, Dummy Dash, Tricks and Flips, and the Infamous Slush Pit! On the deck, there was the Mellow Jell-o Blindfold Challenge, the Root beer Chug, and Suck a Smartie with a Straw. Tons of people enjoyed the playlist of the 1980s while visiting on the deck or cheering on the participants. Kids were kept entertained for hours at the Treasure Pile, which was a large pile of snow with buried treasure. Sim noted that this

season the ski hill was open over 45 days, hosted in excess of 580 students as part of the Ski School Program, and saw significant increase in ski rentals thanks to the Community Forest Grant that allowed for the purchase of $10,000 worth of new equipment. However, the biggest jawdropping stat is that the ski hill saw over 5,500 hours of volunteer time and close to $23,000 worth of corporate good will and grants (including the Wells Gray Community Forest Grant).

“Wow!” said the usually understated Sim. “These numbers are approximate and on the conservative side – it will be astounding when we do a year end summary,” she added. Clearwater Ski Club executive would like to extend sincere appreciation to the many people that supported the ski hill this year and would like to highlight that this community asset is only made possible thanks to generous volunteer and corporate support.

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Ice Hawks vs Rustlers Clearwater Ice Hawk #10 Jared Walker celebrates after scoring a goal against Ridge Lake Rustlers during the Midget Tier 4 provincial championships held recently in Clearwater. Congratulating him is Ice Hawk #12 Keaton Noble. The game against the Rustlers was held Tuesday evening, March 18 and was a 2 – 1 victory for Clearwater. Photo by Keith McNeill

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Should hockey be part of the curriculum at Clearwater Secondary School? Principal Darren Coates has presented a proposal to the board of School District 73, asking for approval to have a hockey academy at the school. CSS is only about 100 meters from the hockey arena at the North Thompson Sportsplex, he pointed out. S.D.73 have an agreement with the arena's owners, District of Clearwater and Thompson-Nicola Regional District, that allows students to use the facility without charge during regular operating hours. Coates also pointed out that Clearwater has a vibrant minor hockey program already. The head coach for the hockey academy would be Bianca Mirabella. The local teacher holds Hockey Canada Development 1 certification and has coached at hockey camps in Kamloops and in Clearwater. She played hockey for four years (2007 – 2001) while at University of Toronto, as well as playing two seasons (2004 – 2007) of Junior A in Toronto. She was formerly assistant coach of the UBC Women's Thunderbirds. Mirabella presently plays with the Kamloops Vibes, an elite senior A women's team. A number of potential guest coaches have been identified, including former professional hockey player Olaf Kjenstad, presently a Clearwater realtor. The proposed program would be similar to

a hockey academy that is based in Valleyview Secondary in Kamloops. It would be certified by Hockey Canada and would teach Hockey Skills 11, which is a school board approved course. Students would spend two or three classes on the ice per week, plus do dry-land training and learn about hockey theory, nutrition and sports psychology. Fees for one semester, based on 22 students, would be $300. As per school board policy, no student would be denied the opportunity to participate because of financial hardship. There has been extensive consultation on the matter, Coates said. It has been discussed at parents advisory committee meetings, through the school newsletter, and with a survey to parents. Some were concerned about reducing the number of academic courses available by one. Others felt the hockey program might lead to academic success for students. A survey of parents found 17 girls and 33 boys who might participate. According to a 2012 article in the Kamloops Daily News, the Valleyview hockey academy had 80 applicants (including one from Germany) for the 50 spots available when it first started up. Cost of the Valleyview program was $900 per semester. The Valleyview students needed to be bussed to Memorial Arena for ice-time.

Kamloops home to new Whitecaps Academy Centre Kamloops This Week The Kamloops Youth Soccer Association and the Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced on Friday, March 21, that Kamloops will soon be home to a Whitecaps FC Kamloops Academy Centre. Whitecaps academy centres are a network of reining hubs, providing supplemental club training for serious, motivated athletes. The program will be led by John Antulov. Kamloops is the seventh academy to open, joining existing locations that include

Vancouver Island, Vancouver, the Okanagan, the Kootenays, the Northern Academy Centre and the Saskatchewan Academy Centre. The program will launch in Kamloops in April, with a 10-week spring prospects academy. The academy will be limited to U12/13, U14/15 and 16/18 boys, as well as U12/13 girls. U9-U18 boys and girls

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Wild game featured at Rod and Gun Club banquet Goldie Krawec Central North Thompson Rod and Gun Club held its annual banquet and awards evening on Saturday, March 22, at the Blackpool Hall. A total of 130 people attended, including club members. The meal was catered by K&A Gateway Grill, who prepared the many donations of wild meat including deer, elk, moose musk ox, bear and cougar. Also included in the meat section were lake trout, turkey and ham, pork and beef. The meat was prepared in various ways, including roasting, meatballs, lasagna, and cold cuts. Along with all the meat entries, there were potatoes, vegetables, salad fixings and gravies of four different types. Two different desserts topped off the taste buds. After the dinner, the awards presenta-

tions took place: junior whitetail deer – Natalia Biagioni, score 32; junior moose – James Freeman, score 131 7/8; ladies non-typical mule deer – Rachel Biagioni, score 126; men’s typical mule deer – Brian Delaire, score 156 4/8; and men’s moose – Pat Ferguson, score 166 6/8. Most valuable member award – the Albert and Pat Lamberton Memorial – went to Lyle Haughlin for all of his donated work at the club grounds in the previous year. Enlightening the crowd from time to time with various bits of wisdom was Jim Lamberton, the master of ceremonies. He awarded various club members with a variety of gifts such as a carrot on a stick, a vegetarian T-shirt, teddy bears, cookbooks, and floor mats. All of the children who attended were presented with a gift to remember the occasion.

Trap-shooting coming up The club will hold trap shooting competitions on Thursday evenings at the gun range, starting in the spring. This is a good place for all to learn the ethics of sportsmanship, as well as show off your ability to hit the clay pigeons as they zip out of the trap house into the field beyond. The idea is to hit the clay bird before it gets out of range or hits the ground. The gun club raises money for club activities and grounds upkeep. It also offers a bursary each graduation to a student from Clearwater Secondary School entering into the field of conservation, forestry, wildlife or parks management. For further information on the club, contact Clearwater Glass at 674-3768 or president Jeff Chase.

Central North Thompson Rod and Gun Club members Jim Lamberton (l) and Jeff Chase present Natalia Biagioni with a junior whitetail award recently. Photo submitted

Building with wood online resource launched for World Wood Day OTTAWA/CNW/ - The Canadian wood industry marked the second annual World Wood Day on Friday, March 21, with a significant initiative aimed at ensuring Canadians, from builders, contractors and architects to environmentalists and policymakers, have the information they need to make informed decisions about building five- and six-storey mid-rise buildings with wood. The Canadian Wood Council and its partners have developed the new online resource WoodFacts, aimed at providing relevant, easily understandable and timely information related to safety, building codes, environmental impact and the economic benefits of building with Canadian wood products. The website provides easy to use fact sheets, case studies and relevant reports at the click of a mouse. Over the course of the coming year, changes will be recommended around the way Canadian homes

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The truth about building with wood is that it is safe, costs less, is versatile, meets code and has a lighter environmental impact. Michael Giroux

and businesses are constructed. The website compiles information on the new wood mid-rise opportunity, including images, videos, press releases, backgrounders and more. "The truth about building with wood is that it is safe, costs less, is versatile, meets code and has a lighter environmental impact," says Michael Giroux, president of the Canadian Wood Council. "It's incredibly important for Canadians across a wide spectrum to understand these facts, particularly as we find the construction industry evolving and incorporating new and exciting wood technologies into buildings." The initiative comes at a time when competing industry has questioned wood

construction, but a number of new studies in both Canada and the United States show

that wood is as safe as any other material in completed construction projects.

"We know from in-depth research that there is little difference in fire spread, death and injury rates across general construction types, provided the buildings are properly equipped with smoke alarms and sprinklers," says Len Garis, City of Surrey, B.C. fire chief

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NDP takes aim at Multi Material BC recycling 'failure' Jeff Nagel - BC Local News The NDP is accusing the provincial government of handing over control of B.C.'s blue box recycling system to Torontobased multinational executives who will be unaccountable while B.C. businesses and households pay higher costs. Opposition small business critic Lana Popham raised the issue of Multi

Material BC in the Legislature Monday, calling on the province to change course before the agency's new system for recycling packaging and printed paper takes effect May 19. "If government doesn't take a step back, B.C.'s recycling system is going to end up in a giant dumpster," Popham said. "The control of recycling should never have been outsourced to the large corporate

interests based in Ontario and abroad. This is a profound failure. This program needs to be paused and the entire concept reconsidered." Popham's comments follow the launch earlier this month of a campaign against MMBC by a coalition of business groups, including the newspaper industry, who say they can't afford to pay high fees imposed under the new system.

"The Liberal government loves to claim they're getting rid of red tape," she said in an interview Monday. "So it's quite ironic because MMBC is a Godzillasized red tape monster." Although MMBC is registered as a society, Popham called it a "dummy corporation" because two of its three directors are Toronto-based senior executives with Loblaws and

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NDP MLA said the province should force MMBC to give B.C. stakeholders majority control. Popham said the MMBC system will be "dangerously close to monopoly" resulting in less competititon and innovation in recycling. She also said municipalities have been pressured into signing contracts with inadequate compensation for their costs, the threat of penalties for contamination and a gag clause. MMBC's new recycling fees on businesses will be passed along to consumers through higher prices, Popham said, calling it a "hidden tax" that won't be transparent to consumers. Meanwhile, she says cities are unlikely to rebate property taxes that households

but pay twice.'" In some cities where MMBC won't provide services, such as Kamloops, residents will pay for nothing, Popham added. MMBC says it will take new types of containers and pack-

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rates overall. She said a smarter approach would have been to extend the beverage can depositrefund system to more containers, such as milk cartons and laundry detergent jugs. Liberal MLA Eric Foster (Vernon Monashee) responded in the Legislature, saying the province made changes to exempt most businesses from MMBC fees and paperwork if they earn less than $1 million in revenue, generate less than one tonne per year of packaging, or operate as a single outlet. "We've got all kinds of validation on this — chambers of commerce, local government, opportunities for local government to either continue the way they're doing it or to have MMBC put their contractors in there to pick up," said Foster, who serves on the government's environment and land use committee. "MMBC came forward as an opportunity to change people's way of doing business and to put the onus on the original producers of the waste product or the recyclable product to reduce."

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Wells Gray Gallery gives local artists greater exposure Times Staff Clearwaterbased artist Charlene Lau was the guest speaker for the Women in Business luncheon held on March 13. In her talk she described the evolution and business structure of Wells Gray Gallery, a commercial gallery that represented 27 different artisans during its first two years of operation. The gallery is Charlene Lau, shown here with one of her creations, run by members of talked about the Wells Gray Gallery at a recent Women Wells Gray Artist in Business luncheon. Times file photo Society, who are busily preparing own enterprises. for an exciting third plus holds a special Winter Market in Wells Gray Artist season. December. Society is always Wells Gray Women in accepting new memGallery is located Business is a locally- bership applications. on the lower level organized initiaFor more informaof Wells Gray tive to encourage tion, visit www. Information Centre. women to establish wellsgraygallery.ca. It is open from and expand their May to October,

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Heart disease recognized in B.C. firefighters by WorkSafeBC Times Staff The government of British Columbia has tabled legislation under the Workers Compensation Act to restore heart disease in firefighters as a presumptive disease recognized by WorkSafeBC. This proposed amendment to the Workers Compensation Act fulfils government’s election commitment to restore heart disease in firefighters – including forest firefighters – to the list of presumptive diseases recognized by WorkSafeBC. Under the proposed amendment, if a firefighter suffers from heart disease or a heart injury – including a heart attack – it will be presumed to be due to their work as a firefighter unless the contrary is proved. Some of the other key features of the legislation are as follows: • The proposed amendments will provide presumptions for heart disease and for heart injury including heart attacks. • The presumptions will apply if the claimant was employed as a firefighter at or immediately before the date of disablement from heart injury or disease. • This legislation will thus support B.C. firefighters in receiving workers’ compensation should they suffer from

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A proposed amendment to the Workers Compensation Act would support B.C. firefighters in receiving workers’ compensation should they suffer from heart disease or heart injury as a result of their work. Barriere Star/Journal file photo

heart disease or heart injury as a result of their work. • The presumption will be available to local government firefighters as well as forest firefighters. • Finally, the presumption will apply to eligible firefighters who first become disabled from heart disease or heart injury on or after the day the legislation comes into force on Royal Assent. “Firefighters are exposed

to a real toxic combination through their work on a daily basis. This, along with the heat and mental stressors faced by the profession, means that heart injuries due to the nature of the job are a reality for firefighters,” said Michael Hurley, president, BC Professional Firefighters Association, “We have always known that when we go to work our health is at risk. Having heart presumption

restored is so important to firefighters because it means that while we are fighting to save our own lives we will not have the added stress of fighting a WorkSafeBC claim at the same time. This will allow a firefighter to concentrate on what he or she needs to, which is a full recovery. We thank Premier Clark, Minister Bond and the B.C. government for this important piece of legislation.”

DeBruijn to take helm at school district Times Staff

The board of School District 73 announced on Tuesday that it has appointed Karl deBruijn at its new superintendent. DeBruijn will take the place of Terry Sullivan, who is due to retire on July 31. The new superintendent is a longterm employee of the school district and has been assistant superintendent

for the past 11 years. According to a media release from the school district, he brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and insight to the position. The school board looks forward to his stability, leadership and direction and his continued dedication to the school district, the community of Kamloops and the rural communities it serves.

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Stopyra In Loving Memory of May, Mom and Grandma who passed away March 23, 2004

Thank you We would like to thank the local paramedics for their prompt response and care when Carl had his stroke, the doctors, nurses and staff of the Dr. Helmcken Memorial and Royal Inland Hospitals for the care they gave Carl during his stay. We extend a special thank you to North Thompson Funeral Services (Drake and Jennifer) for their professional care and help and to Lloyd Strickland for his prayers, kind words and for conducting the service. A huge thanks to John Downey for doing the eulogy (a though job, but he did it so well, thank you John). Thank you to the Wells Gray Inn for the use of the conference room and the luncheon. Thank you to friends and family for their prayers, kind words and contributions, much appreciated during a difficult time. Your kindness will not be forgotten. Thank you to everyone who attended the service and shared memories with us, making the day a little easier. Thank you from the family of Carl Kettleson

Ten years have passed Since that sad day, When the one we loved Was called away Mother, you are not forgotten Though on Earth you are no more, In memory you are with us As you always were before. ~ Deeply missed and forever remembered by Joe, Jane, Shirley and families

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Don’t miss the Celebration of Rural Living Expo & Trade Show April 26-27, 2014 9am-5pm daily NT Agriplex & Fall Fair Facility 4872 Dunn Lake Rd., Barriere Over 100 booths & displays to peruse. Music, concessions, giveaways. A full lineup of feature speakers. Free draws every hour. $5/adult, $3/stud. or senior, children 12 & under Free. Vendor and Expo info at: www.ruralexpobarriere.com 250-319-8023 Garage & Pie Sale, Mar. 29, 9am-2pm at the Barriere Legion basement. $10/Table. Call Eileen: 250-672-2456. Health Solutions Seminar Sunday, March 30 2-3 pm @ Wells Gray Hotel Drop in for a chance to win a $50 Wells Gray dinner certificate • Proven & effective ways to keep weight off • Boost energy levels • Strengthen immune system • Free samples and • Free Step By Step Chris Powell System Indoor Market April 5, • 9 am - 2 pm @ Elks Hall Beautiful hand-crafted gifts and more ... For info or to book a table ($10.00) call Kathy Downey 250-674-3763

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Trades, Technical 3 positions: Picker/Boom Truck Operator, Winch & Bed Truck Operators needed. Generous signing bonus to right applicants. Valiant Oilfield Hauling is a family friendly business based in Fort St John. We are looking for a Certified Picker/Boom Truck Operator for a 40 ton Picker, an experienced Winch truck Operator and an experienced Lo-bed Truck Operator. We offer competitive Wages and great work environment. Send resume to office@valiant-hauling.com or call Jeremy at 1778-256-4258. Flexible work rotations a possibility. Serious applicants only. AUTOMOTIVE Technician needed immediately in Vernon BC. We are a busy independent shop doing all types of diagnosing, maintenance and repairs. Wages are $25/hr but negotiable. We are located in the desirable North Okanagan. obcauto@gmail.com 250-545-3378

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HAFI GRANTS Notice to low income seniors and persons with disability. You may qualify for a grant up to 20,000. to modify and adapt your home for improved safety and accessibility. For details contact your local HAFI expert Hans Ounpuu, Building contractor @ 250-674-3875. Looking for work - will do a variety of jobs: light house cleaning, pickup & deliver shopping for shut-ins, etc. Please call Margaret Houben at 250-6729330.

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Norma Ritchie was born in Butler County, Kentucky, USA, on November 20, 1938 to parents Tressie and Shirley Belcher (nee Baxter). She passed away suddenly on March 16, 2014 at home in Clearwater, BC, with her loving husband, Dennis, by her side. Norma leaves behind her loving husband of 49 years, Dennis Ritchie; her daughter Shirley Chapman; son Eugene Ritchie; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren; four sisters and one brother; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Norma was predeceased by her parents, by her sister Juanita Belcher, and by her brother, Gerald Belcher. Norma was a long time resident of Vavenby, BC. She worked as a bookkeeper for DW Ritchie Logging. Most of all, Norma was a loving mother and wife. She will forever be remembered. Donations in Memory of Norma Ritchie to Dr. Helmcken Memorial

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