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Marilyn Monroe (aka Cassandra Friskie) wowed the crowd Saturday night (April 26) at the Forest Grove “Elvis” show by wishing Bob Recknagel a truly special happy 70th birthday. The event was co-hosted by the Forest Grove Legion and the Forest Grove & District Recreation Society.

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Newly appointed Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick is meeting with B.C. Agriculture Council (BCAC) representatives this week to discuss their growing concerns about a plan to set new rules for protected farmland in the British Columbia Interior. When changes to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) were announced in late

March, the move was generally endorsed by Rhonda Driediger, then chair of the BCAC. Dreidiger, a berry grower in the Fraser Valley, said opening up the Interior, Kootenay and North regions to secondary uses based on social and economic needs would help farms innovate and stay in business. Dreidiger has been succeeded as BCAC chair by Stan Vander Waal, who operates flower greenhouses in Chilliwack.

After meeting last week with Letnick, Vander Waal wants changes to the legislation. “It is the position of the B.C. Agriculture Council that as currently written, Bill 24 threatens the sustainability of agriculture in B.C.,” Vander Waal said in a statement. The BCAC is forming a steering committee of member farmers to continue discussions with the government. Continued on 3

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Vaccination: best shot for families

The recent measles outbreaks in Canada remind us infectious diseases still pose a serious threat to our health. Both infants and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to many vaccine-preventable diseases and their complications. For example, infants who are too young to be fully immunized can become seriously ill if they come in contact with an under-immunized adult who is sick with even a mild case of an illness, such as pertussis. During National Immunization Awareness Week (April 26-May 3), Immunize Canada urges all Canadians to protect themselves and others by staying up-to-date with their immunizations. It is now easier than ever for Canadians to keep track of

their immunizations thanks to a new app, ImmunizeCA, developed by Immunize Canada in collaboration with the Canadian Public Health Association and the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, and funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada. The new ImmunizeCA app provides access to recommended immunization schedules, reliable, expert-approved, bilingual information about immunizations, as well

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Judokas impress coach

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Two local judokas got their first taste of competition recently, and coach Sabine Smolarek was

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Shin Bu Kan Judo athletes Holly Johnston, 8, and Jake Keirn, 10, participated for the first time at the BC Open 2014 judo tournament in Vernon on April 12.

Changes needed From 1

The changes were spearheaded by Energy Minister Bill Bennett as part of the provincial government’s “core review” of operations. They would allow consideration of more non-farm uses outside Vancouver Island, South Coast and Okanagan regions where most of B.C.’s farm income is generated. Bill 24 also formalizes the cabinet appointment process for the ALC’s six regional panels, so two or three local farmers make the front-line decisions on applications for permitted uses, such as a secondary residence. NDP agriculture critic Nicholas Simons has protested the legislation since it was revealed. “The decision to protect land suitable for agriculture 40 years ago was for the benefit of future generations. “Having two zones

and the ‘regional panels’ make decisions about agricultural land is too political.” Bennett said the current ALC chair has refused to appoint local panel members recommended by government, centralizing the ALC function and subverting the intent of changes made in 2003 to provide local input to decisions.

impressed. Holly Johnston, 8, and Jake Keirn, 10, participated for the first time at the BC Open 2014 tournament in Vernon on April 12. “During several fights, both of them demonstrated great knowledge of judo techniques and understanding of the spirit of judo,” explains Smolarek of Shin Bu Kan Judo in 100 Mile House. “Holly was fighting against three boys and Jake was in a pool of six. That gave them the opportunity to try out many things they’ve learned. They did really well.” Shin Bu Kan Judo, located on Cedar Avenue, has practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. “A big thank you goes out to the parents who were supporting Holly and Jake before, during and after the tournament,” adds Smolarek. “They made friends at the tournament and had a lot of fun.”

ROTARY MOMENTS Your Local Rotary Club Has Over 30 Active and Honourary Members. DID YOU KNOW: We are business people in your community. Rotary hosts an Annual Fundraising Event - Lobsterfest. An evening of a Lobster Dinner, Live & Silent Action, Door Prizes. Our 4th Annual Lobsterfest will be at a new time in June 2015.

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All 18 Holes are OPEN and in GREAT SHAPE! Early Season Green Fees will be in effect! Just a friendly reminder to all golfers, you can pay your 2014 golf dues anytime between 9:00am & 3:00pm 7 days a week at the front lobby of the 108 Hotel. Rates this year are $850.00 + tax for the season. 2013 Golf Chits will be accepted until April 30th.

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To My Patients, Fellow Doctors, Exeter Medical Clinic Staff, Nurses and Staff of 100 Mile Hospital, Paramedics and Pharmacists: I will be closing my practice as of June 27, 2014. I am pleased to announce that Drs. Mthandazo and Machete have joined Exeter Clinic. Dr. Mthandazo has kindly agreed to look after my patients after my departure. I would also like to warmly welcome our new doctors and their families to 100 Mile House. It has been a pleasure to serve the community of 100 Mile House for the last 14 years. My years here have been filled with many rewarding experiences and memories. Best wishes for your health and happiness. Dr. Franky Mah

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Audrey Burnell-Higgs, back left, Pat McKay and Betty Lunn posed with Roberta Bazen, front left, and Ellen Bell as they showed off their spring bonnets they wore at the Lone Butte Other Unusual Talents Easter gathering.

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Greening up the planet didn’t end on Earth Day for Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School student Emily Reichelt. On April 23, she was out with her class to pick up litter behind the school and around the 100 Mile Marsh.

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Randy ‘Elvis’ Friskie had the folks up and dancing and rocking the night away at the Forest Grove Community Hall on April 26. The fundrais-

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ing event was co-hosted by the Forest Grove & District Recreation Society and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #261-Forest Grove.

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Gina Gigliotti, right, explained and demonstrated the steps for making Easter crafts to a group of eager children during the 100 Mile House Branch Library after-school program on April 16, while helpers looked on. The youngsters then dyed eggs and made chicken-like egg holders

100 Mile House Elementary School student Lauren Aikenhead had fun with her kindergarten classmates as they skipped rope in the gym during Jump Rope for Heart on April 29. Did our Free Press photographer take YOUR picture? If you don’t see the picture you want, please come into the Free Press office as we have many more available for reprints.

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Hospice held board elections

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The 100 Mile District Hospice Palliative Care Society elected its board members and installed the executive for the upcoming fiscal year at its annual general meeting on April 14. Board chair Lynda Lewis says the AGM was well attended with about 30 members turning out to vote. Other board members are treasurer Roberta DeCoffe, vicechair/secretary Caroline Sharpe and directors Agnes Werth, Les Cookman, AnnMarie Brown, Andrea Martin, Bill Rose and Sue Pinkerton. Bereavement co-ordinator Sarah Smith was among several members who presented a year-end report. Del Hustwait is the board’s volunteer liaison, helping to recruit the new volunteers, while Hospice program director Tracy Haddow co-ordinated some recent training. Lewis says the 10 new volunteers joining the Hospice program underwent training

spread over six sessions buying new equipment, trying to upgrade our that wrapped up in late and 60 per cent of any palliative suite so it is March. purchases that comfortable for our cliThe 100 Mile must be raised ents who use it.” House nonby Hospice The society AGM profit society directly, Lewis wrapped up with a prov ides adds. social tea featuring trained volunS h e strawberry shortcake teers to offer explains the and punch. free social, palliative “Then AnnMarie emotional and care suite at did a slide show preLynda spiritual supFischer Place sentation on a trip Lewis port to people is owned by IH, to her hometown in who are dying but the room Denmark.” from an advanced ill- must be maintained by Lewis notes Hospice ness, their partners, as Hospice. offers an extensive well as to their family “We have to supply library and resources members. all the furnishings and available to the public, In 2013, worn- linens, so we are always volunteers trained in out equipment was replaced, including Flat, good for horses, great starter, retirement several Rojo mattresses or income potential. Fully fenced. Just under 1 acre. Minutes from 100 Mile. Great piece that cost $6,000 each. of property with nice views. $117,500 Hospice relies on donations and fundraising events to boost the 108 Mile Ranch - 100 Mile House limited funding it gets Give me a Call if I can help from Interior Health My Meet and Greet Office and other occasional The Blue Shack grants, Lewis notes. Rob Read “Fundraising is our 250-609-2657 The r major thing; plus we are 100 Mile House othe One Percent Realtor in negotiations with IH to get an increase in our contract [funding].” Last year, she says, Hospice also received close to $5,000 from 250.395.8830 Canadian Mental Health Association -Ph: South Cariboo Branch Fax: 250.395.8998 the Cariboo-Chilcotin Regional Hospital District. Training requires “a AND ELECTION OF OFFICERS lot of money,” on top of www.mls.ca

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The 100 Mile and District Arts Council, serving the South Cariboo, was awarded $3,647 in BC Arts Council grants, Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett announced on April 24. This funding will be used by the arts council to assist in its operating activities for the upcoming fiscal year. “I am very pleased to see this funding from our government and the BC Arts Council help keep the South Cariboo arts and culture scene thriving,” Barnett said. “Our local artists and performers are incredibly talented, and the 100 Mile & District Arts Council does great work serving our community.” As British Columbia’s lead agency for arts funding and development, the BC Arts

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STERLING ELECTRICAL INC, in Terrace BC, has immediate openings for a full time Journeymen and an Apprentice electrician. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in commercial and residential work have the ability to work alone, with minimal supervision. Journeyman/Red Seal is preferred, but not required. The salary is negotiable depending on experience. Send resume to sterling@sterlingelectrical.net. For more information call 250-6351861 ask for Nicole.

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RV Journeyman & Apprentice Technicians required at Voyager RV, B.C. Interior’s Largest RV dealer! We’re just completing a brand new RV Service shop, and need fulltime Apprentice and Journeyman RV technicians now. If you have a passion to join a great service team, and want to work on the best RV brands, now is the time! Competitive wages, plus bonus plans and benefits! No layoffs. Please send your resumes to parts@voyagerrv.ca (Attn: Logan) or fax 250-7664711. Transportation / Heavy Duty Mechanic required in Nakusp, BC. Must be Red Seal Certified, able to work on a variety of makes, models of trucks, trailers, components. A CVIP Certificate, welding skills an asset. Full time position with flexible hours. Group benefits. Competitive wages. Fax or email resumes to: 250-2653853 or whrepair@telus.net

FOUND: Camera case with charger April 19 on Forest Ridge Road (new subdivision after Blackstock in 100 Mile. Call the Free Press at 250395-2219 to identify & claim. LOST: April 28 between 5-7 pm at Sepa Lake, men’s progressive eyeglasses, flex frame. 250-791-9277.

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Help Wanted Invasive Plant Worker The ideal candidate should possess the following but will consider people with some of these qualifications. Experience in herbicide treatment of Invasive plants. Knowledge and use of hand held GPS Units. Excellent computer skills. A valid Class 5 B.C. drivers license and clean abstract. Preference will be given to candidates with an Industrial Vegetation & Noxious Weed Certificate, Forestry experience, a 4x4 pickup in good condition for work use. Willing to train ideal candidate. Wages are negotiable and depend on experience. Camp work may be required. This is a temporary position which may extend into September. Please email resumes to pcope@shaw.ca An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051. FLAGGERS IN HIGH DEMAND: Training 100 Mile May 10/11. WL May 17/18. $210. For info call 1-866-737-2389 roadsafteytcs.com VILLAGE Hair Studio 100 Mile House is looking to hire a certified hair stylist who is willing to learn. Apply in person with Nicole.

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Work Wanted SPRING’S here again! Yard clean up. Home Mtce, gardening, painting & decks. 100 Mile area call Rick 250-706-4519

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Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay BARN stored 80 lb. squares of alfalfa/orchard grass hay. Hillpoint Farms 250-791-6652. Excellent quality cow & horse hay, large round & large square bales. Phone early a.m. & evenings. Deliveries available (250)398-2805

Merchandise for Sale

Garden Equipment We buy and sell good quality used Hydroponic Equipment. www.goodguysgardening.com (250)302-1265

Misc. for Sale A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’ Containers under $2500! Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders JD 892D LC excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

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Farm Services Round 4x5 Hay Bales Alpha-Tim mix, Call 250-9832842.

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CARIBOO PAINTING SERVICES AND REPAIRS. Residential and commercial. Call Chris 250-644-4033.

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We have an immediate JOB OPPORTUNITY in the Screamin’ Reel.

This is a part time position that could lead to full time. Some fishing and hunting knowledge would be an asset. Please drop off resume with Joanne or John.

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• Are you a fully qualified hair stylist? Full Service Salon • Do you want to advance your career? • Build yourself a large clientele base? • Do you have a friendly, enthusiastic personality? • Do you consider yourself a confident, well-rounded hair stylist with the capability of learning more? • Do you want great working conditions? We are a Wella Concept Salon which enables us to have the opportunity for advanced education and, in turn, offers the best possible service to our clients. We also have an opening for a part-time esthetician. Experience is required for this position. If you feel either of these positions is a fit, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Diane, JD’s Full Service Styling Salon at #3 - 250 Birch Ave., 100 Mile House

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Apt/Condo for Rent

Duplex / 4 Plex 3 BDRM duplex, Gateway area, $600/mo. Avail. Apr 15 250-395-1098, 250-3954913. 4PLEX on Dogwood Ave in 100 Mile. 2 bdrm reno’d apt $550/mon. No dogs. Ref req’d (250)456-7314 QUIET updated 1 bdrm $500. Laundry included. Gateway area. 250-395-2080.

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1 BDRM apt. $550/mth. Includes heat & hydro. Above the Farrier Pub at the 103. NP 250-395-6012. 2 BDRM apt. as well as office space at Interlakes Corner. Avail. immed. 250-395-4267. CALEDONIA MANOR: Two bdrm apts for rent. Quiet building, with elevator. 100 Mile House. Call for appointment: 250-706-2336 or 250-3950565.

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CARIBOO GARDENS Clean, large, bright 1&2 bedrooms Seniors Welcome For reliable service call Drew

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Mobile Homes & Pads 2 BDRM, 2 bath mobile, Travellers’ Trailer Park, #58, 100 Mile. Avail. soon. $770/mon plus util. N/P. N/S. Call 250395-4125 for info.

Homes for Rent

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. NEWLY renovated retail space available. #1 & #2 355 Birch Ave. 100 Mile Hse appx 1100 sq ft per unit, formerly the Tip Top bldg. Avail Apr 15 call Janet 250-395-2545 for more info RETAIL area: 44’x54’ with overhead door at 750 Exeter Rd. 250-397-2182 $1100./mo

1200 SQ FT, 3 bdrm plus add mobile home, w/d, f/s, $700 to $750/mo plus util. 250-3954602 or 250-706-9701 3 BDRM house, 103 Mile, references req. $1000 per month. Wood heat. 250-791-7306. 3 BDRM mobile with large addition at 93 Mile Loop Rd. on 5 acres. F/S. Great for animals. Avail. May 1 250-395-2744 or 250-706-2199. Damage Deposit req’d. 4 BDRM house at 108 Ranch in quiet cul de sac. Split level 2100 sq. ft. Heated shop, 24x28. .73 acres fully fenced. All appliances included. School bus stop close by. Pets negotiable. Hydro/gas approx. $140/mon. Ref. $900/mon. $450 deposit. Avail. immed. 250-706-3621. HOMES: For rent or maybe for sale: 2-5 bdrm homes ranging from $650 - $1160 per mon. plus utilities. 250-395-4602 or 250-706-9701. SMALL 2 bdrm mobile Scott Rd. 100 Mile. 4 appl, oil heat. $525/mon. DD. 250-397-2083

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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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West Fraser believes in giving our employees a challenge they can rise to. Discover what you can achieve with West Fraser. Our 100 Mile Lumber division is seeking a motivated:

CERTIFIED HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC Responsibilities include: • Troubleshooting and inspecting equipment to detect faults and malfunctions, • Determining the extent of repair required, • Adjusting equipment and repairing and/or replacing defective parts, • Testing repaired equipment for proper performance, • Cleaning and performing other maintenance work, • Servicing attachments and working tools, • Instructing apprentices. Our ideal candidate will have: • Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Trade Certification • Experience with Caterpillar, Letourneau & Liebherr mobile equipment and Taylor Forklifts • Good interpersonal, communication and organization skills • Proven safety record and the utmost attention to maintain the safe operations of equipment • Solid technical and mechanical skills • Over 4 years of work experience in trades • Our Heavy Duty Mechanics work days, afternoons and graveyards. Considered asset: • Previous experience in sawmill and/or planermill • Additional trade certification or experience West Fraser is currently looking for individuals who are interested in a full time long-term career in a modern mill environment. We offer an excellent compensation package including: a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding pension plan. Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging stable work environment with career development opportunities. Rate of pay and benefits as per the USW Local 1-425 Collective Agreement. Interested applicants should apply by sending their resume and proof of qualifications in confidence to Pat Pasanen: 100milelumber@westfraser.com, or faxing to (250) 3958254. Applications will be accepted until May 16th, 2014. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

100 MILE: Sat. May 3, 8-2, at #7, 208-8 St. Many household items: microwave, turkey fryer, collectible plates, etc. 103 MILE: Sat. May 3, 8:30-4 and Sun. May 4, 9-2 at 5556 Lakeside Court. Household goods, tools, quilting items, etc. 108 MILE: 4 Family sale on Sat. May 3, from 9-3 at 4875 Meesquono Trail. Kids & baby items, luggage, patio furniture & more! 108 RANCH: Fri. & Sat. May 2 & 3 from 8am-2pm at 5361 Kallum Dr. SHERIDAN LAKE: Sat. May 3 from 9-3 at 7285 Airmail Road. Lots of everything! No early birds!

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LONE BUTTE: Sat. & Sun. May 3 & 4 from 9-5 at 6640 Perrey Rd. Cars, boats, antiques, snowboard gear, winter clothing: Helli Hansan, Carhartt etc, pictures, jewellery, native art collection, native baskets, lamps, paintball gear, 5000 piece comic book collection, furniture, hot tub, wicker dresser set, skateboard collection, mountain bikes & commercial kitchen equipments: deep fryers, BK1 pressure cookers plus 8 vending machines. Health forces sale. Rain or shine! Everything must go! NO EARLY BIRDS.

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Cariboo Connector Friday, May 2, 2014

Folks can help dispatchers help patients with good calls

The B.C. Liberal government proclaimed April 13-19 as Emergency Service Dispatchers’ and 9-1-1 Awareness Week to recognize the skills and dedication of call takers and dispatchers throughout the province. BC Ambulance Service (BCAS) emergency medical call takers (EMCTs) and emergency medical dispatchers (EMDs) are the first point of contact for medical assistance during an emergency. These calm, reassuring and highly trained personnel assess the patient’s clinical needs, surroundings and geographic location; provide life-saving information – such as CPR and childbirth – instructions to 9-1-1 callers; and ensure the right ambulance, gets to the right patient, in the right time. Last year, BCAS dispatchers co-ordinated responses to more than

413,000 pre-hospital events. While many of the calls they received involved life-threatening situations from cardiac arrests to childbirth to motor vehicle incidents, some, however, were not of an urgent nature and did not require paramedic care. Examples of some of the more unusual calls include: • There is a racoon in my garden and he looks angry. Can you take him away? • Can you tell me how to cook my turkey? • My shower drain is clogged. • Could you tell me the time, please? • I’m out of beer. • I think my house is infested with fleas. Can someone come and check it out? • My husband and I just woke from the same nightmare. We’re concerned about our bad dream. • I finished my dinner two hours ago, but it

feels like there might be a piece of rice still stuck in my throat. • I think my fish has died. Can you give me CPR instructions to revive him? • I can’t get through to my cell provider. Can you help me? Gord Kirk, BCAS director of dispatch operations, strongly recommends that 9-1-1 calls for ambulance service be used for medical emergencies only. “It’s important to remember that we’re here to help people

with emergency medical situations. Calls that are inappropriate divert resources from those who need swift medical attention.” The BCAS encourages the public to dial 9-1-1 for assistance during a medical emergency. Alternatives to calling an ambulance include contacting the 8-1-1 tele-health service, accessing a walk-in clinic, making an appointment with a family doctor or visiting a hospital emergency

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With one million of its new high-tech drivers’ licences in use, the B.C. Liberal government is preparing to use them for access to medical records, applying for student loans and a range of other uses. The new driver’s licence was introduced a year ago. It has a digital chip that replaces the existing medical CareCard system. The health ministry estimated that there were more than nine million CareCards in circulation. That happens to be about twice as many as there are residents of British Columbia. Andrew Wilkinson, minister of technology, innovation and citizens’ services, released results of a public consultation on the new cards recently. With digital security similar to bank cards, he said the public appears prepared to use them to apply for prescription renewals, birth, death and marriage certificates, voter registration and criminal records checks. Secure online access to such government services would require passwords to be issued, “robust” computer programs to be completed

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