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Practising teamwork What do you do when an 11-year-old girl comes into the hospital complaining of a headache after falling while skateboarding – and then goes unconscious? Dr. Helmcken Hospital's (l-r) Dr. Alice Gwyn and nurse Patricia Sullivan wait as paramedics Fern Ryley and Wayne Redman, and Dr. David Abbott look up drug information. Playing the role of the patient is Maisy Coward of Pemberton. They were among nearly 30 healthcare workers from regional hospitals taking part in a two-day CARE (comprehensive approach to rural emergencies) course put on by the Rural Coordination Center of BC last weekend at DHMH. A similar program was held locally in 2013. Clearwater's Dr. John Soles helped organize both, as well as other rural workshops across B.C. Photo by Keith McNeill

Neaves give land in Upper Clearwater to TRU Thompson Rivers University A diverse and sensitive ecosystem near Wells Gray Park will become an exclusive living laboratory for Thompson Rivers University students. Longtime TRU supporters Roland and Anne Neave donated the 160-acre parcel of land to his alma mater with the hope that the property would expand the existing wilderness research area to benefit students from many different disciplines. The Neave Family Wetland, located on Corral Road, about three km from the Wells Gray Park road, is an important addition to TRU’s existing property in the area, the TRU Wells Gray

Neave family enables generaWilderness Centre. The wetland tions of students and faculty to is bounded on the north and south by private property, on the examine delicate and compliwest by Crown land, and borders cated ecosystems that are not found anywhere Wells Gray Park on else in Wells Gray the east side. Park and pos“Roland and in BC,” said Anne have been supWe are pleased to be able sibly TRU dean of porters of Thompson Rivers University to continue to support TRU science, Dr. Tom Dickinson. for many years,” with this beautiful property. Dickinson said TRU president and vice-chancellor Roland Neave expects that carrying out research Alan Shaver. “This and education special ecosystem is about this type very important to the of wetland onNeaves and we are site will enhance honoured to receive the communitythis gift which will based bid for a UNESCO World benefit TRU students and Heritage designation for Wells researchers for years to come.” Gray Park. “This generous gift from the

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Approximately one-third of the property is a wetland, occupied by numerous animal and bird species, sloping up to higher ground to the west which also supports much diversity. “We are pleased to be able to continue to support TRU with this beautiful property,” said Roland Neave. “Not only will important research and academic practice be carried out here, but the habitat will remain undisturbed.” Neave, owner and operator of Wells Gray Tours, established the first endowment for scholarships for geography students at TRU in 1988, naming it for his late father. This latest gift brings the family’s lifetime giving to nearly $600,000 over the last two

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School board to meet at CSS Times Staff The next meeting of the board of School District 73 (KamloopsThompson) will be held Monday, Oct. 6 at Clearwater Secondary School, starting at 7 p.m.

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Private placement to help proposed Blue River mine Times Staff Commerce Resources Corp. announced on Monday a non-brokered private placement of about 14 million flow-through shares at a price of $0.25 per FT share and over 4 million non-flow-through units at $0.24 per unit for total gross proceeds of $4.5 million. The proceeds of the

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Wells Gray Country seat sought by Carol Schaffer Times Staff Carol Schaffer wants her old job back. The former Thompson-Nicola Regional District director has announced that she intends to challenge incumbent Tim Carol Schaffer is running Pennell to be the to be Area A director. director for Wells Times file photo Gray Country (Area A). Schaffer previously held the position of Area A director from 1993 to 1996. Unfortunately, the Chief Judge perceived that her being a TNRD director was in conflict with her position as a Court Services justice of the peace. In order to run again for the TNRD, she has stepped down from her justice of the peace appointment. “I bring to the table a variety of experience that exhibits my ability to gather information and solve problems – tools necessary to suc-

cessfully represent the people of Area A,” she said. The Vavenby resident has worked 30 years with Court Services in Clearwater. She has also held positions on the ThompsonNicola Health board, Dr. Helmcken Hospital board, Clearwater Highway Rescue, Vavenby Improvement District, Vavenby Fire Department, Vavenby Community Club and various other clubs and boards. “I am a team player who is receptive to other's ideas and opinions, and have a record of fiscal responsibility and fairness,” she said. “I am approachable, reliable and a proven dedicated worker for the people I represent.” “If elected, I will present your questions, concerns and requests at the TNRD table and promise to be your voice and act in the best interest of Area A,” Schaffer said. The candidate's family consists of her husband, Jack, their two children and their spouses, plus two grandchildren. “I believe my experiences and character are a strong combination that would blend well to bring successful results for the TNRD Area A residents,” Schaffer said. “I look forward to your support on Nov. 15. Working together, we can achieve much.”

MacDonald to run for TNRD and school board she has also served as a director with Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA). She and her husband, Glen, formerly owned Janie's General Store in Blue River. The couple has one child, a daughter. Originally from

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Willow MacDonald, the incumbent ThompsonNicola Regional District director for Thompson Headwaters (Area B – Blue River and Avola), has announced that she intends to see another term as director. MacDonald also plans to run for the School District 73 board and become the trustee representing the ClearwaterBlue River area. If successful, she would take over the seat on the school board presently occupied by John Harwood. The Clearwater mayor announced in August

Vancouver, the Blue River businesswoman has a B.A. degree from Simon Fraser University and has managed stores in Vancouver, Banff and Whistler. Elections for school board and local governments will be held Nov. 15.

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“ Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted.” - Albert Einstein, physicist editorial by keith mcNeill

Ebola outbreak calls for coordinated response Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital played host last weekend for the second time to the two-day CARE (comprehensive approach to rural emergencies) course put on by the Rural Coordination Center of BC. It appeared to be a fun and yet challenging opportunity for doctors, nurses and paramedics from Clearwater and other small communities to hone their skills in dealing with unusual emergencies without the resources of a big-city hospital to back them up. Although we didn't get to see all the scenarios being acted out, one that did seem to be missing was how to deal with rare but serious diseases. For example, what would staff do if someone came into the hospital with a high fever and bleeding nose who had just come back from west Africa? We tend to think that the ongoing and expanding Ebola epidemic in Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea, while regrettable, is something that we don't really need to worry about. We should remember that, up until this most recent outbreak, it was widely believed that Ebola

was self-limiting and confined to central Africa. Now it is in west Africa and, if the present rate of exponential growth continues, could infect more than one million people in the next few months. The disease is primarily spread by shoddy healthcare practices, especially the use of dirty needles for injections. Before we get too complacent, we should remember that tens of thousands of people die every year in North America from diseases picked up in hospital – and that is without Ebola. If the epidemic in west Africa continues to grow, the few individuals who have come back to this continent with the disease could become hundreds and affect dozens of hospitals. All of us live on the same planet. Sooner or later, what affects people on the other side of the world will come and affect us here. Canada is doing much to help out in the present crisis, but should do more. In the longer term, we need to address the root causes of the epidemic, which are poverty and lack of education.

Who was really the hero of the War of 1812? Editor, The Times:

“Oh say can you see by the dawn's early light?” etc. Every red-blooded American knows, or should know, the opening words to the Star Spangled Banner. This year marks the 200th anniversary of Francis Scott Key's composition – the first verse anyway. The third verse contains these words: “No refuge could save the hireling and slave. From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave.” So what does all this mean? Well, it

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turns out Frances Scott Key was a fervent pro-slavery being and a crony of Andrew Jackson (of Trail of Tears and, of course, the Battle of New Orleans). As district attorney, he prosecuted abolitionists with great zeal. In contrast, British Admiral George Cockburn, the man who savaged the Chesapeake Bay area (in return for President Madison's not very successful 1812 invasion of Canada) rescued some 6,000 slaves – whole families in fact, incorporating many into his own marine corp. “The rags that their owners had clothed

them had been replaced by bright red uniforms.” – Andrew Cockburn, writer and distant cousin of Sir George Cockburn. With this army the British went on to sack and burn Washington (in return for the burning of York – Toronto) only to be stopped at Baltimore where, of course, the stars and stripes were still fluttering after the rockets' red glare was over with. “Despite angry American insistence that the peace treaty mandated the return of all property, Cockburn bluntly refused to hand them over and shipped everyone off to Bermuda. Most settled in Canada but

the Colonial Marines accepted an offer of land in Trinidad.” Andrew Cockburn — “Washington is Burning”. So one has to ask, who is the hero? France's Scott Keyes, an enthusiastic backer of slavery to the end of his life, or Sir George Cockburn, who freed scores of slaves, put many of them into uniform and turned them loose upon their former masters. For this Sir George was vilified. Understandable in the early 1800s. Not easy to understand in 2014.

Denis Peacock Clearwater, B.C.

Lamberton replies to two his critics Editor, The Times

Re Trevor Goward’s letter of Sept. 11, 2014, “Rambling Man should thank, not condemn”. After returning from a three-week road trip, I find out that I’ve been verbally abused by two letters to the editor! I love it! Trevor, you state that my Aug. 28 letter advocates logging the Clearwater Valley from top to bottom, thereby effectively severing Clearwater’s economic lifeline to the wilds of Well’s Gray Park. That is pure rubbish!

Maybe you should have someone read out my letter to you. Obviously your vision is blurred and you can only read between the lines! Your second statement, “I hope Mr. Lamberton will kindly forgive those of us who are trying to work for some kind of future for our little town in the uncertain times ahead”. Mr. Goward, you are all forgiven. The second letter, titled “Logging must coexist with other local industries” was an autobiography by Gerda Faber!

You stated, “Jim, you were sure slashing out with a sharp sword”. No, Gerda. That wasn’t a sword. It was a pen; it’s mightier than the sword. I don’t slash out. I only call a spade a spade. My letters are based on facts, humour, and rumour! As for the flower meadows, maybe you should let your niece in Quebec know that they won’t be logged. They are in the alpine, and trees grow below the alpine. Anyway, the stems of those flowers are way too small to make dimensional lumber!

It’s funny that you should mention Valemount. I just drove through there three weeks ago. That logged area sure is ugly but the fact is it’s not anywhere near as ugly now as it was before the logging started. You see, that whole flat contained bug-killed pine that was not only ugly, but also a huge fire hazard. I don’t know if you noticed that in the Aug. 28 Times paper, on page A 17, there was a “Notice of Woodlot Licence Plan, Woodlot 1857 – Upper Clearwater” in the name

of George Briggs. The plan’s map includes basically all the Upper Clearwater corridor with the exception of some sensitive areas, deeded land, and current licences. What’s up with that? Gerda, I suggest that you write a song about the Upper Clearwater Valley corridor. Feel free to give me a call if you need a hand. I know quite a few words that rhyme with corridor!

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Question of the Week

? Do you think young people should be encouraged to walk to school more?

Colby Doerksen: Sure, they need the exercise.

Teresa Haggerty:

Yes, I did it when I was a kid, and I'm still doing it. It would depend on the area. I wouldn't want them going too far at too young an age.

Dave Boyes:

It it's within reasonable distance, absolutely.

Appreciating information centres here and elsewhere Editor, The Times:

When company comes, a visit to Clearwater Information Centre is a must, even though my husband John and I are pretty good at hosting and playing at tour guides. The displays are worth the stop and we can get up to date information about roads, trails, and more. We point out postcards that show local scenes, usually eliciting a request to know “Where is this?” If possible, we show them. On a recent trip north John and I discovered just how important visitors’ centres are to travellers. As happens here, polite, knowledgeable locals patiently outlined the essentials for us: cafes, options for accommodation, and places we should see while in the neighbourhood.

Answering questions is definitely what they do best. In some, like Tok, Alaska, a phone and a list of numbers of motels was offered, along with directions. Many, again like the one here in Clearwater, offer tantalizing photos of animals that just might be seen, though they make no promises. Booklets of cities, pamphlets about museums and more, plus maps galore assisted us in exploring the many historical places on our route. “What shouldn’t we miss in Fort St. John?” we asked. Soon we were at a viewpoint we’d never have found on our own, gazing at the wide, sandy banks forming part of the Peace River Valley. The answer to the same question in Fort Nelson had sent us across the road to a museum stuffed with

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things we grew up with, and an enviable collection of vintage cars, all still mobile, and elderly farm equipment. To find our comfortable motel in Fairbanks, Alaska we used a leaflet collected along the way. Here the “landlady” gave us many suggestions, sending us off to the Cultural Centre attached to the Info Centre, the paddocks of University of Alaska containing caribou, reindeer, and musk ox, plus its Museum. We were also at the right time and place to see hundreds of Sandhill Cranes gathering before flying south. In Haines, Alaska, the gal phoned Alaska Marine to see if we needed a booking to take our car on the ferry to Skagway the following day. “Come back and see me if you need more help in finding a place to

stay,” she added, giving us a well-marked map of the town, knowing that motels are few, with cabins and B&Bs hard to locate, and everything filling fast at that time of year when tourists come in droves to view the grizzly bears at their fishing grounds. And so the list could go on, telling how helpful people made a trip into unknown territory, where we knew no-one, so much easier, much more interesting, and more welcoming. That is what happens at the Information Centre and other businesses in Clearwater every day, in greeting all the tourists who come here from everywhere. Like those we met on our travels, they do a great job!

Kay and John Knox, Clearwater, B.C.

Blackpool Hall Heritage Society Annual General Meeting Tuesday, Oct. 14, 7 pm at Blackpool Hall All residents of the Blackpool Fire Department Protection area are welcome to become a member of the society and attend this meeting.

Memberships will be available 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting at a cost of $10. Please contact Suze Reid at 250-587-6143 (evenings) for further information.

Luella Dohms:

Yes, because exercise is good, except if it's 40 below. Then the bus should pick them up.

Jim Lamberton:

Do they walk to school now? I see a lot of school-buses on the roads.

Ladies Golf Club says thanks for support Editor, The Times:

On behalf of all the members of the Ladies Golf Club at Lacarya Golf Course, I would like to thank you for including our weekly write-up in the paper. We appreciate your support

of our club and we are looking forward to another great season next year and your continued participation.

Debbie Pearce, captain Lacarya Ladies Golf Club

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It's time that Clearwater had its own museum Eleanor Deckert A riddle: What is invisible, intangible and yet motivates each person every day? What is both fragile and enduring, yet could be lost in silence and crumble to dust if not captured, recorded, preserved and treasured? Answer: Our story. Our history. Our decisions, limitations, hopes, efforts, goals, and all of the other intangible things which prompt our actions, only to become a wisp of memory as time keeps tirelessly moving on. A puzzle: What small unrelated pieces does each family hold that, if gathered, compared and catalogued, would weave together a meaningful, fascinating whole? Answer: Everyday objects and rare artifacts hold meaning and remind the storyteller of the sequence of events, specific places, names of people, the significance of dates, an individual’s decisions which led to actions. When these stories and artifacts are collected, labelled and shared, it is called a museum. Why doesn’t Clearwater have one? Barriere has a museum. Information is posted in the form of a time-line. Much of it comes from Barriere’s local history book, “Exploring Our Roots.” Schools, churches, roads, ranches, telephones, electric-

Ida Dekelver stands in front of the Yellowhead Museum several decades ago. Her private collection is threatened by flooding, plus she is limited by her age. The museum is now closed until the collection can be relocated and set up nearer to Clearwater. Photo courtesy of Yellowhead Museum

ity, fires: all of these have places, names and dates. Clearwater has such a book, “North Thompson Reflections.” Much research has been done. A similar display could be prepared. Valemount has a museum. Efforts began in the 1980s, when a rundown abandoned railroad station was going to be demolished. A committee formed. The building was moved and restored by volunteers. Funding was obtained to maintain the facility. Clearwater has old buildings. Empty spaces, memory-rich places, former businesses, closed schools, condemned churches, any one of which could be restored and reclaimed. Valemount and Barriere share displays of logging, farming,

railroad, families, and lively individuals who left their mark. Clearwater has similar items, but at present there is nowhere to share them. Clearwater has a similar history, and yet, the details and variations are stories worth preserving and retelling. What would be needed to begin such an important project? There is no need to re-invent the wheel. So much information is available on-line today. If you Google: “How to start a museum” instantly to-do lists, contacts, business plans and templates appear. First step: the mental work. Envision your purpose, mission statement, bylaws and policies. Then the physical work: property, buildings, zoning, building codes, access to the public.

Gathering facts, photos, names and dates. Installing display cases and arranging the collections of objects. Cataloguing archives and repairing, researching and storing additional materials. All of these are on-going tasks and dedicated people need to commit to the work. Then there’s the maze of decisions surrounding the topic of funding. Is this to be a private museum? Will it be funded by donations or admission? Is it a project that a level of government will address? What are the pros and cons of each of these choices? There have been several local attempts to establish museum collections, each enjoying some successes. When Ida Dekelver arrived in the valley in 1958, she began to

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explore abandoned homesteads and, finding discarded items, began her collection. The Yellowhead Museum opened in 1975, sharing stories of the pioneers with tourists. Rocks, furs and other items from nature as well as equipment and tools, newspaper clippings and photographs make for variety in this small museum. Visitors also took advantage of Ida’s tour guide skills and enjoy a day in Wells Gray Park. At age 91, Ida can no longer host guests. Denis Greffard, Ida’s grandson, continues her interest. He has continued his education, preparing for the day when he will take over the collection. Pete Miller built a beautiful log structure that tourists pass on the way to Wells Gray Park. He hung up a “Museum” sign. Doubling as an antique store, his flea market and auction skills brought additional goodies he could offer as takeaway treasures. The museum downstairs was set up as an old-time general store with boxes and cans and cartons of familiar products with their old slogans and logos. Shoes and baking supplies, fly paper and hats, a sled and a record player gave the visitor a sense of time travel. For several years during the 1990s, the quilt club used the space, which doubled

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Nature plays a large part in Art by Ecki By Elli Kohnert North Thompson Star/Journal The small settlement of Vavenby is home to Ecki Manthei, a gifted artist who‘s artwork grows out of his connection to nature, and his drive to follow every new idea with a passion that moves him to create what is in his imagination, without delay. Ecki’s home stands out from all others in the Vavenby trailer park where it cannot be missed. Two large life-like eagles formed from wood, seem to be guarding his property. Varieties of creatures also made from wood, line the path to the house; and the ambiance of this place leaves no doubt that an artist lives here. Ecki, and his life partner, Marilyn, arrived in the North Thompson Valley about five years ago. When they saw the trailer court in Vavenby, they “liked it right away and bought it”; a comfortable, quiet place that allows his creativity to flourish. Ecki says he emigrated with his parents from Austria when he was a very young boy in 1945. He has lived and worked in various northern locations in

Canada, and eventually came to live in Cloverdale, B.C. It is there that he began his artistic career. Seashells were his medium then, tells Ecki as he explains how they lend themselves to be made into clocks for instance, or be used as a canvas for his paintings. When the couple eventually settled in the community of Vavenby, it is here that Ecki took on art as his life work. Ecki has transformed one room of their home into an art gallery, where he now displays the numerous ‘Art By Ecki’ creations. The variety of his work is remarkable; it ranges from usable art, like wooden spoons and clocks, to wildlife and nature paintings. Ecki uses antlers for many of his carvings that depict wildlife, especially wolves, in their habitat. “When I am walking in the forest, or along a stream, I often see something that gives me an idea for a project,” says the artist, “I may pick up a rock that would be just right to paint something on, or maybe I am lucky to find a moose or deer antler, and I know right away what I want to

carve on it!” He notes that nearly all the materials he uses in his creations are natural; giving the artwork its special character. Sometimes a person may come into the gallery to view Ecki’s work, and they may purchase a special item of art for their own home. Most of the time though, Ecki and Marilyn market the art work by taking part in craft fairs. “At some I do well, with others I do not,” commented the art-

ist on selling his work through craft fairs. The couple say they have a few tentative ideas in mind for marketing; such as going on the road to sell their creations. But right now, they have no immediate plans that they want to follow. “We like it here in Vavenby,” says Ecki, “We feel comfortable around here, and we do enjoy to be with the friends we have made in the area. For now, ‘Ecki’s Art’ will have its home in the North Thompson Valley .”

(Above) Ecki Manthei of Vavenby shows one of the many antlers he has carved that are displayed in his home gallery. (Top left) Ecki’s life

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as a classroom and gift shop. More recently, about 2009, North Thompson Aboriginal Cultural Centre used the space as an information and meeting place. The centre’s new location, near the post office, continues to host a small Metis museum display of the Michif Historical and Cultural Preservation Society. Joan Unterschultz shared her collection in Vavenby after the McMurphy schoolhouse was relocated. On a drop-in basis visitors could glimpse everyday belongings from yesteryear such as pretty glassware and children’s toys, furniture and clothing, books, maps and newspapers. But the risks of running a private museum are high. Mice and mildew, flooding and fire can damage the paper, fabric, fur and wooden objects. Inexperience and family disagreements can dismantle the collection. Oldtimers die. Donations can be sold. Property changes hands. Verbal agreements are disregarded. Building codes and zoning bylaws have come into effect after these older buildings were constructed. Disagreements between individuals through misunderstandings or differences of opinion decades ago have blocked potential and halted progress. Now what is the owner to do? Will there ever be a

permanent museum in Clearwater? What properties and existing buildings might be considered? What governing body would need to come into being? What existing organizations could cooperate to share information, scrapbooks, photographs, background data, skills, time, and their own historic story? Resources are available for research: “North River” by Muriel Dunford, “North Thompson Reflections” compiled by the Clearwater and District History Book Committee, and memoirs by other local authors are available at Clearwater Library and for sale through the YCS Resource Centre and the book rack in Safety Mart. The Kamloops Museum has an archive room for research and Victoria and Prince George archival photographs can be found on-line. The Times newspaper office has bound books of old newspapers available for research. Recently, students at Clearwater Secondary created an ongoing project to digitally record interviews. Space and time, a location and a collection, skills and effort all seem within reach. Maybe the necessary missing part of the formula is the hardest to obtain: cooperation? A Clearwater Museum: so near and yet so far.

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Clearwater RCMP responded to a report of an electrical fire at Safety Mart on Saturday, Sept. 20. The fire was extinguished quickly with no injuries. BC Hydro attended the business to ensure the electrical issues were dealt with and the store was safe prior to being reopened.

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Over the past week Clearwater RCMP have responded to four reported motor vehicle collisions in the area. None of these collisions caused any significant injuries. Two were caused by animals on the road.

As the weather changes, we are noticing a lot of fog overnight and this makes it even harder to see those animals that tend to jump out into the road in front of our vehicles. Please drive appropriately for the conditions.

Police seize outdoor grow-op

On Sept. 26 Clearwater RCMP located and seized 84 marijuana plants growing outdoors a short distance north of Little Fort. At this time, no charges are being sought, though the investigation is in its early stages.

Single gunshot in the night

On Wednesday, Sept. 24 Clearwater

RCMP received a report of a single gunshot heard in the area of Little Fort overnight. Police responded but were unable to determine if or where any shot had been fired from, or for what purpose. Clearwater RCMP acknowledge that there may be some instances where firing a gun may be acceptable or required (protecting livestock for instance). However, please be extremely cautious in doing so. Also, if in an area where it could be expected that another person may hear the shot, calling the Clearwater RCMP simply to notify of the shot and the reason for it would allow peace of mind for those who heard the shot. It would also prevent police from conducting searches of the area for no reason.

MP McLeod invites veterans of the Second World War to receive a commemorative tribute OTTAWA – Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo, is inviting all living veterans who served with the Canadian Forces, or with any other Allied force, including the Canadian or British Merchant Navy, either at home or abroad, during the Second World War, to contact her office for a commemorative lapel pin and certificate.

“To mark the 75th anniversary of Canada’s engagement in the Second World War, our government announced a national tribute to honor veterans,” said McLeod. “It is estimated that there are approximately 80,000 Canadian Second World War veterans alive today.” The design of the commemorative pin and the illustration of the certificate are based on

the original “Victory Nickel” which features a flaming torch and a large ‘V’ standing both for victory and the coin’s denomination. “I would like to encourage all living Canadian veterans of the Second World War to contact my office toll-free at 1-877-619-3332 by Oct. 7, 2014 to receive the commemorative tribute,” concluded McLeod.

Celebrate National Forest Week with art and win VANCOUVER – The Association of BC Forest Professionals (ABCFP) and the Truck Loggers Association (TLA) are holding an art competition from Sept. 18 to Oct. 17, 2014 to celebrate National Forest Week. The art competition is open to kids aged 4 to 12 — parents can submit their own kids’ artwork or teachers can enter the work of the whole classroom. Kids from across the province are invited to draw a picture of what the forests in their communities mean to them. There will be three winners — one from each age group. Winners will receive a $50 gift

certificate to Chapters and will have their pictures published in the ABCFP and TLA magazines and posted on the websites of both organizations. “Asking children to draw pictures of the forest is always interesting,” says Dan Graham, RPF, LLB, president of the ABCFP. “Kids from different culture draw different animals and trees than what we’re used to seeing and sometimes the creatures are completely imaginary. I love seeing the pictures every year!” “Forestry plays a significant role in the communities these kids live in,” said Don Banasky, TLA president. “It’s great to see

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what the kids draw each year—always lots of camping and animals. But I always love the ones that have a big machine in the picture!” Pick up your pencil crayons and visit the ABCFP or the TLA websites to download the art competition entry form, www. abcfp.ca or www.tla. ca. The Association of BC Forest Professionals, established in 1947, is the largest professional forestry association in Canada with more than 5,400 members.

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Thirty years with search and rescue (L-r) Sgt. Kevin Podbisky presents certificates of appreciation to Les Sakals and Kevin Deckert to mark 30 years of volunteer service with Wells Gray Search and Rescue (formerly Clearwater Search and Rescue). Present and former members of the team, plus family members and others, gathered at Lacarya for a dinner in their honor on Sept. 15. Sakals has served in a variety of positions with the group, including treasurer and search manager. Deckert is one of the highest qualified trackers in the province. Robert Beaudry also received a 20-year pin. Photo by Keith McNeill

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We’re getting close to the flu season again a time when some people try to decide whether to get a flu shot or not. Why suffer through the flu if you don’t have to? Although the shots haven’t been 100 per cent effective, they certainly reduce the chances of your getting the flu and at the same time you are protecting others as well. The flu vaccine can’t give you the flu. It contains only a killed virus which cannot infect you but builds up antibodies against the flu virus. Nasal vaccines do contain a live virus but have the parts of the virus removed to reduce side effects. Some people feel that if they get the flu once in a season they are protected from getting it again. Not so. Both types A and B flu viruses circulate each season and if one infects, you still could be infected by another strain. People talk about side effects of flu vaccine. In 2012 in Ontario, 7.8 million publicly-funded flu shots were given. Of those, there were 252 sore arms, 137 rashes and 47 fevers. And only 56 of the adverse effects were labeled “serious.” Flu vaccines are very safe and side effects are very few. By the way, it is safe to get a flu shot if you are pregnant. Because pregnancy puts extra stress on the immune system, there is an increased risk of getting the flu if you aren’t vaccinated. You are also doing your baby a favour as well. If you have any questions about flu shots, our pharmacists will be very happy to answer them.

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Legion salutes Carol Robertson Members of Clearwater and Vavenby Legion Branch 259 hold an impromptu gathering on Sept. 13 for former president Carol Robertson, who has now moved to Kamloops. Pictured are (l-r) former president Ray Mackenzie, president Joe Short, Cheryl Thomas, Robertson (seated), Cindy Wilgosh and Laura Mackenzie. A former Citizen of the Year, Robertson unceremoniously gave of herself for many years to those less fortunate in our community. Photo submitted

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Water main flushing is a key component in maintaining water quality throughout the water distribution system. The District of Clearwater performs water main flushing on a biannual basis; spring and fall. Water main flushing utilizes water velocities created by “pulling” larger than normal volumes through the system to clean the water main. Public Works crews systematically turn water valves and fire hydrants to effectively flush the water system. When the District’s Public Works Department is flushing water mains in the community you may experience a loss in pressure, cloudy water and/or discolouration; none of which are a health concern. Should you experience any of those conditions, please run your taps for a minimum of 5 minutes or until the water clears. District Public Works crews will be performing our fall flushing program between September 23rd and November 4th, 2014. Should you experience prolonged pressure loss and/or discolouration please contact the District of Clearwater @ 250.674.2257.

tion form, which can be picked up at Clearwater Secondary School (CSS), needs to be filled out and given to Sherry at Interior Savings Credit Union no later than Tuesday, Oct. 14. Interviews of applicants will follow; these will happen at CSS on Thursday, Oct. 16. Two students will be selected at that time. These two teenagers will complete a detailed application form, and in midNovember will go to Kamloops for further interviews (along with others from Kamloops, Salmon Arm, Chase, Revelstoke, and Merritt) and the final selection process. Students who are chosen are expected to be worthy representatives of their community, province, and country. Successful candidates will then partici-

pate in several events to help prepare them for their unique, exciting, overseas experience. At these they will meet other students, both “outbound” like themselves, as well as “inbound” students who are currently here on exchange from other nations. Students can suggest up to six countries from a list of 25 where they would like to spend their 10 months, and while the youth exchange committee of District 5060 and Rotary International make every effort to match these, there are no guarantees. After that, it is time to pack! Clearwater Rotary has been very proud of our outward-bound students who have lived and studied in Australia, France, Austria, Germany, Argentina, Brazil, and Japan.

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Changes That Heal hosts Take Back the Night Eleanor Deckert On a chilly, damp evening, five women from the program Changes That Heal brought the warmth of community involvement to over 50 participants at the annual Take Back the Night event, held this year at Dutch Lake beach, Thursday, Sept. 25. "We really appreciate the on-going support we have from so many businesses, non-profits, artists, government agencies and individuals," MC Wendy Vogels said in her welcome. And there was plenty of evidence of community support as participants enjoyed the BBQ dinner and home baking, door prizes galore given out in between guest speakers, musicians sharing ballads, art activities for children, borrowed tents to shed the rain. A heart warming candle-lit memorial for Angila Wilson reminded of the seriousness of prevention, intervention and finding solutions to domestic violence. "Why does she stay?" was the topic of the first speaker, Michele Walker, director of violence against woman intervention and support services at Kamloops YMCA-YWCA. Recent media attention regarding the domestic violence of NFL players has led to a hashtag #WhyIStayed on Twitter and also #WhyILeft. Huge numbers of stories and perspectives have been shared so onlookers gain under-

standing. In closing, Walker shifted perspective by asking, "Why does he choose violence?" adding, "Violence is a choice." Ava Perraton, manager of women's services at Yellowhead Community Services, mentioned the services available, newly strengthened teamwork between agencies and the importance of includ-

to events and have the courage to stand up to males who approach them in ways which the young women find threatening." Protecting those we care for. It is a role every one of us can be a part of. Sergeant Kevin Podbisky explained how the role of the RCMP has changed over time with improved poli-

of Victim's Services spoke a simple message, encouraging people to ask for help. "No call is too small." Deb Coldwell, Safe Home coordinator, spoke of newly rededicated teamwork and partnerships between organizations in our community. Take Back the Night began as annu-

Saying thanks with art Evergreen Acres board directors Joanne Wright (l) and Susan Murray present a work of art to Wells Gray Community Forest during the grand opening of the Dutch Lake Community Centre on Sept. 20. The art was donated to Evergreen Acres with the request that it be given to the community forest for its ongoing support to the community and Evergreen Acres. The original photo was by Pat Sabiston. The image is of the trail going down to the Kettle. The work is a wool/needle felted tapestry made by Joanne Wright. Photo by Yevonne Cline

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Lorena Traub puts the finishing touches on a memorial honouring Angila Wilson, reminding onlookers that domestic violence can escalate until is ends in murder. Photo by Eleanor Deckert

ing male allies as society gains clarity on this complex topic. Perraton also underlined the significance to young children who see and hear violence in the home. Jean Bonner, First Nations educator in Raft River Elementary, shared a message from the experience of her young adult son. "It is hard to accompany my sisters or cousins

cies and interaction with other agencies. Constables Phillips and Bruns also attended. Podbisky felt that education at an early age in the schools would reduce the domestic violence calls to police. Melody Romeo

al candle-lit marches back in the 1970s. "Every woman should feel safe to walk through her neighbourhood at night," Vogels reminded the crowd. "And she should feel safe in her own home."

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Wells Gray Community Forest tours explain the Keith McNeill Since beginning operations in 2006, Wells Gray Community Forest has contributed about $550,000 to local schools, organizations and other worthy causes. That money is

essentially stumpage, according to WGCF corporation president Dave Meehan. Under a community forest, nearly all of the stumpage that normally would be paid into the provincial government’s general revenues instead is invested in the com-

munity that the forest is situated in. About 20 local residents took advantage of tours organized by the community forest last Saturday and Sunday. Both tours followed the “life cycle of forestry,” starting with planning a log-block

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to harvesting, planting and finally silviculture treatments. The tours started on the ridge above East Blackpool, moved into the District of Clearwater’s watershed, and finished up at five km on Road 2 west of Clearwater. Careful planning is necessary for all community forest activities, and it is getting more so, according to manager George Brcko. Much of the community forest is located close to town, in people’s watersheds and in highly visible locations. “We really are logging next to people’s backyards,” he said. Most people realize the money raised will go to the high school and other good causes, but that doesn’t mean there can’t be conflicts. The most effective way of reducing conflicts is simply getting out and talking with people.

Some of the participants in one of two community forest tours held last weekend check out a new bridge put across Russell Creek in the District of Clearwater watershed. Pictured are (l-r) George Brcko, Cheryl Thomas, Donna Meehan, Dave Meehan, Richard Christenson, Wes Bieber, Joanne Wright, Helen Knight, Ann Gilmour, Ray Jackson and Jo Liebe. Photo by Keith McNeill

Before starting logging near Sunshine Valley and Blackpool

recently, Brcko went and knocked on every door in the area.

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The BC Electoral Boundaries Commission is coming to town and wants to hear from you. The commission is reviewing provincial electoral districts and making proposals to the Legislative Assembly on the area, boundaries and names of electoral districts to be used for the next two provincial general elections. Your views will help inform a Preliminary Report to the Legislative Assembly in the spring of 2015. JOIN a public hearing:

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life cycle of forests plus ecology-based planning He told people what was planned and got their feedback. The forest companies formerly held open houses each year to show off their Forest Development Plans. WGCF is looking at reviving that approach, possibly as part of its annual general meeting. Maps would be available showing what areas were to be logged or otherwise treated over the next few years, and people could comment. All forest planning begins with road layout. Many of the roads the community forest inherited needed to be straightened to accommodate the new, longer logging trucks and trailers. New bridges needed to be built. An especially important one is located near the gun range in Sunshine Valley and gives much improved access to the forests west of there. Wells Gray Community Forest consists of about 13,000 hectares in three large blocks. The first is located south of Clearwater and includes the municipal watershed plus the ridge above East Blackpool. The second block consists of the slopes of Raft Mountain between Spahats Creek and Candle Creek. Block number three is west of Sunshine Valley and Blackpool. About 3,000 ha are set aside for other values, such as old growth, said Dave Meehan. This leaves about 10,000 ha available for growing wood. The community forest harvests about

A tree that had a "tea-bag" full of fertilizer placed beside it (above) is noticeably greener and more robust than a tree that was planted with no tea-bag (below). Fertilizing at an early age can help a tree overcome crowding by other species, reducing silviculture costs later in life. Photos by Keith McNeill

100 ha per year on a 100 year cycle. Forests in this area produce about 3.3 cubic meters of wood per year per hectare, giving the community forest’s annual allowable cut of 33,000 cubic meters/yr. WGCF is hoping to expand its AAC, said Meehan. Other business possibilities include a joint venture with Simpcw First

Nation and a proposed community forest for Blue River. Something unique about Wells Gray Community Forest is that it plans 15 years ahead. “I’ve never done one before,” said Wes Bieber, a local forester who helped develop the plan. “It really is a beautiful thing to have. It’s not a typical strategy.”

Planning so far ahead allows greater flexibility in adapting to the business cycle. Wells Gray Community Forest started out salvaging dead pine. Despite poor markets and a low value product, they still were able to make money. Now, with the markets much healthier, they are looking at doing cable logging on steep slopes. This costs twice as much as conventional logging, but now is the time to do it, they feel. WGCF has done some trials using small “tea-bags” of fertilizer next to each seedling as they are planted. The results have been so noticeable that they likely will make it standard practice. Most larger forest companies don’t bother, as the pay-off is 80 to 100 years in the future. There are other opportunities for research within the community forest and they look forward to collaborating with the new research and education center being developed by Thompson Rivers University next to Wells Gray Park. Planning for climate change is a dilemma, as no one can predict with certainty what the climate will be like in 50 or 100 years. The best they can do is plant a variety of species in each site. One innovation they are doing is planting larch, which normally only grows naturally in the Kootenays. Larch wood is similar to Douglas fir for strength. Non-timber forest products are a

major interest of the community forest. A symposium was held several years ago and they would like to host another. A graduate student from Simon Fraser University did research on the subject. Major obstacles include unresolved First Nations claims plus stumpage. Richard Christenson, a member of the community forest’s board of trustees, recalled an incident in which the Ministry of Forests scaled 1,400 cedar

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Wells Gray Community Forest (2010) Society Now accepting Grant Applications $50,000 grant money available

Arena hosts men's hockey Competitors take the puck up the ice during the Ice Breaker men's hockey tournament at the Sportsplex last weekend. Two local teams plus one from McBride took part. Photo by Keith McNeill

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purpose of the society: To promote the economic and social welfare of the residents of Wells Gray Country (including the District of Clearwater), including the provision of support for the benevolent and charitable enterprises, federations, agencies and societies engaged in furthering these purposes.

Canadian Avalanche Centre changing name to Avalanche Canada Alex Cooper Revelstoke Times Review Say goodbye to the Canadian

Avalanche Centre. Say hello to Avalanche Canada. The Canadian Avalanche Centre announced its new

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name and logo at the International Snow Science Workshop in Banff on Oct. 2. The change has been in the works for a year and is designed to give the organization a distinct brand from the Canadian Avalanche Association.

Avalanche Canada, as the CAC will now be known, is tasked with public outreach, while the CAA is the organization for avalanche professionals. There is also the Canadian Avalanche Foundation, which is the fundraising

arm of the avalanche industry. The change coincides with the 10th anniversary of the CAC, which was founded in the fall of 2004 in the aftermath of two deadly avalanches that killed 14 people in January 2003.

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Ladies Club championship wraps up golf season the course in tip top shape. We are all looking forward to next season. But there are still many days left this year to get out and hit some balls

Submitted Saturday, Sept. 20, was a perfect day for a round of golf, as shown by the 36 men and 17 women who signed up to play in the club championship at Lacarya golf course. The hard part (golfing) of the day started at 10 a.m. and then the fun started at 5 p.m. with an early dinner and prize presentations. The golf course served a fabulous turkey dinner and spouses and friends were invited to see who won the championship and to join in on the social aspect of golfing. Carol Hindle won the Ladies Low Gross Champion title and Rosemary Harley won the Ladies Low Net title. Doug Norton won the Men’s Low Gross Champion and Larry Colborne won the Men’s Low Net. Debbie Pearce, club captain and Abbey Bates, co-cap-

Golfing offers a wonderful way to enjoy a walk around a manicured lawn and enjoy companionship and a cold one at the end of the day.

and work on that handicap. We invite all to join us next year and hope to see lots of new golfers and the return of the regulars.

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(L-r) Marg Anderson, Daisy Hystad, Joan Slingsby and Madeline Klassen get ready to take part in the club championship at Lacarya golf course on Sept. 20. Photo submitted

tain were presented with a rosebud vase and gift from the Ladies Club members for their grand job of organizing the Ladies Golf Nights this season. The club members presented Linda and Heinz Fitz, owners of Lacarya Golf Course, with

an all expenses paid two-night stay at Harrison Hot Springs to thank them for their hospitality and all the work they put into the golf course. It is hard to remember what the course used to look like when Linda and Heinz took over last

year. The course is now in such great condition it has been a treat to golf on all season. A big thank you went out to the staff who worked so hard in the kitchen and restaurant, and not to forget all the volunteers who gave up golfing time to keep

Vavenby to host Hallowe'en party Robyn Rexin The Hallowe'en party at the community hall is returning! It used to be a tradition in Vavenby. This year it is being organized by Val Bellows, Kathy Cederholm, and others. Their children went every year growing up. There will be costume judging starting at 7

p.m. sharp. Hot dogs, hot chocolate, and coffee will be provided. There will be a bonfire afterwards.

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Clearwater Christian Church

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Meeting the public Local resident Dave Simms (l) talks with federal New Democrat candidate Bill Sundhu during the Clearwater Farmers Market on Saturday, Sept. 27. Sundhu will be challenging M.P. Cathy McLeod to represent the Kamloops-Thompson-Caribou riding in Ottawa in the next federal election. Photo by Sandra Holmes

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Enrolment in the school district was up again, to a total of 642 pupils. Blue River had an enrolment of 72. An editorial called for a hospital in Clearwater and suggested that the United Church might provide a mission hospital.

YEARS AGO: About 350 people voted unanimously during a meeting at the secondary school that there should be a 20-bed hospital in Clearwater. The vote gave TNRD representatives Bill Mattenley (Clearwater) and Don Nelson (Blue River-Avola) a strong message to take to their next regional district meeting in Kamloops.

YEARS AGO: Bill Mattenley was awarded the Clearwater Citizen of the Year award for his involvement in Lions Club,

North Thompson Fall Fair, Flood Control Group, Civil Defence, Fire Department, public affairs emcee, auctioneer, raft races, May Day, Chamber of Commerce and Clearwater Improvement District. With the Sportsplex nearing completion, Raft Mountain Skating Club was ready to begin its first season. President was Mrs. S. Saunders.

YEARS AGO: Telephone customers in Avola and Vavenby voted in favor of oneway toll-free calling into the Clearwater exchange. Harry Gilmore of Clearwater tackled Premier Bill Bennett on Jack Webster's morning radio program on the question of when construction of a new bridge over the Clearwater River was to begin. That afternoon local resident Reg Small advised that he had received a let-

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BACK IN TIME ter from Minister of Highways Alex Fraser that said that investigative drilling was to begin that fall.

YEARS AGO: Hospital board chairman Ken Kjenstad announced that construction of the long awaited "new series" wing would be completed at the beginning of October. The noisiest trains always travel at night, and the worst were the ones with square wheels, said local resident Winsome Pye at a public meeting held to discuss CN's twin tracking program. Major issues were noise levels, affect on fish stocks and destruction of archeological sites.

YEARS AGO: Construction of a new public health building next to Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital was to start the following April, said hospital board chairman Dale Sargeant. Wells Gray Hotel was adding a 1,000 sq. ft. extension to its kitchen and food storage area. Trade at the hotel was more than twice what it had been five years earlier, said business co-owner George Marcyniuk.

YEARS AGO: Former Clearwater RCMP Sgt. Randy Esau pleaded guilty in provincial court in Burnaby to sexually assaulting a

17-year-old boy. He had been a 25-year veteran with the police. Paramedic Bruce Whitelaw was able to step off a hovering helicopter being piloted by "Radar" O'Reilly to help a Washington State woman with a broken leg on Pyramid Mountain in Wells Gray Park. It was the second hiking injury requiring helicopter evacuation in two weeks.

YEARS AGO: Fumes from a construction project, plus a loss of heat, forced the closure of Raft River Elementary School. Local resident Niki McMillan said her grandson had a runny

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nose and respiratory problems since the start of school. There were tears of happiness when Blue River Legion and Legion Auxiliary presented Ruby Sinclair with $2,400 to help her get a guide dog. The former Blue River resident had been blind since a fall in 1994.

YEARS AGO: Clearwater Rotary Club would like to build a $50,000 fountain in Dutch Lake, club member Leon O’Dette told Wells Gray Country services committee. The water jet would be a lure for travellers on Highway 5, he felt. About 150 took part in Rivers Day activities in Clearwater. The provincial event had started 25 years earlier.

YEARS AGO: About 100 Vavenby residents and other supporters turned up for a public hearing at Vavenby Elementary

School to discuss the proposed closure of the school and its consolidation into Raft River Elementary. A three-person crew from Clearwater Fire Zone was called to deal with a small fire near the north end of Lolo Lake. The fire, which was located a few kilometers west of Clearwater, appeared to be man-caused, said forest protection technician Vaughn McCaig.

YEAR AGO: Raft River Elementary School students created a flash mob video in an effort to raise funds to revitalize the backyard of the school. The video would be used to enter the Aviva Community Fund contest. Renovations continued at Vavenby Community Hall. The work included replacing post and beam supports with shoring and support walls. A $80,000 federal gas tax grant was helping to pay for the project.

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Wells Gray Country UPCOMING EVENTS

Oct. 2: Dutch Lake Park / Bampton Recreation Area Concept plans Open House. 4-7 pm DLCC Oct. 3: Coffee House, Little Fort Community Hall. Doors open 6:30, open mic, music starts 7:30 pm. Info 250-672-5116 Oct. 3: NT Aboriginal Cultural Centre Society Fundraiser Dinner, Blackpool Hall, doors open 5 pm, tickets $25, info 250-674-3703 Oct. 4: Tire Recycling, Rotary Sports Park, 10 am – 3 pm Oct. 7: Council Meeting, 7 pm, Dutch Lake Community Centre Oct. 11: Legion Dinner, 257 Glen Rd, doors open 5 pm.

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Oct. 14: Free - Age Friendly Program event – Yoga in a Chair plus Recognizing Depression. Complimentary lunch, Elks Hall. Info 250-674-1912 Oct. 14: Blackpool Hall Heritage Society AGM, 7 pm, Blackpool Hall. Oct. 18: DHMH Auxiliary Dessert Extravaganza, KOA, 7-10 pm, lots of new surprises, call 250-674-2181 for tickets, $25.00 Oct: 19: Harvest Dinner, Blue River event, Blue River Community Hall, 5 pm. Oct. 21-22: BC Cancer Agency Screening Mammography Program will be at DHMH. Call 1-800-663-9203 for appointment

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Indoor Market: 1st Saturday of month, 9 am – 2 pm, Elks Hall, info - 250-674-3763 • Tuesday Morning Coffee (TMC): Meets 10am – 11:30 @ Clearwater Community Baptist Church. All women and children welcome. (9:30-10 am Bible Study). Info 250-6743624 • Raft River Rockhounds: 3rd Sat of the mth. Clw Lodge 1pm. Call Dave 250-587-6113 • Women in Business Luncheon: Last Wed. of the mth of the mth at Wells Gray Inn, 12–2 pm. Preregister at 250-6742700 • Clearwater Choir: Youth 3:30 - 5 pm; Adult 6:30 - 9 pm, Tuesdays, Clearwater Christian Church • Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 250-674-3703 for more info. • Clearwater Farmers’ Market May – Oct. Saturdays 9am– Noon. For more info please call Anne at 250-674-3444. • M&M (Mrs. & Ms.) Social. Last Sun of the mth Wells Gray Inn. 1pm: 250-587-6503 • Blackpool Community Hall Coffee House; Local musicians – 2nd Fri. of the mth. 6:30pm. Concession, $3 or 2 for $5. • Clearwater Elks Bingo - every 2nd Thurs. Elks Hall. open 5pm • Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm. • Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm. CHILDREN & FAMILIES • Racoon StrongStart - Raft River Elem school days Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 8:45-11:45am • Racoon StrongStart - Vavenby Elm school days Wed 8:5011:50am • Clearwater Breastfeeding Group: 3rd Wed. of every month 7:30pm @ YCS • Mother Goose - Monday mornings, reg. Kerry 250-6743530 • NT BC Home Schoolers: Meets Fri. afternoons. Call Leanna 250-674-0057 for details • Kids Club: Clearwater New Life Assembly. Meets every Thur. 3-5 pm. Ages 5-12. For info contact Bobbi @ 250-674-3346 HEALTH & HEALING • AA Meetings: every Wednesday, #11 Lodge Dr, 250-5870026 anytime

• Shambhala Meditation Group: meets every Tuesday at Forest House 6:30-8:00 pm. Info: 250-587-6373. • Connections Healing Rooms - Fridays 1-3pm (except stat. holidays). 86 Young Rd. No charge. Sponsored by Living Streams Christian Church. www.healingrooms.com. • Healthy Choices – Tues 9am Clearwater Christian Church bsmnt (behind Fields). $2/wk drop-in free. Kim 250-6740224 • Clearwater & District Hospice 3rd Mon. Sept-Jun 10am Legion 778-208-0137. RECREATION • Ladies Golf Night. Every Thursday @ Lacarya. April – Sept. Info Debbie 250-674-0260; Abby 250-674-2127 • Drop-in soccer: May-Sept. Tuesdays & Thursday at 7pm at CSS field. Everyone welcome! • Bowling: Mon. 10–12pm & 1-3pm; Thurs., 1-3pm. Seniors Centre at Evergreen Acres. 250-674-3675 • Clearwater Sno-Drifters: 1st Thurs every mth. 250-6769414 • CNT Rod & Gun Club: 3rd Tues. of the mth. Blackpool Hall 7pm Nov., Jan., & Mar. AGM in May • Volleyball: Winter, dates TBA, at Clearwater Secondary School Gym, $2 drop in. Info: 250-674-1878. • Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 250-674-2468 annie. pomme@hotmail.com • Core Strength Fitness. Tuesdays. 10-11am 250-674-0001 • Drop-in Curling: Fri. Jan. 11 - Mar. 8, 7:00 PM, $5. Brooms and sliders available. • Badminton: Mon & Wed, Oct – Mar, CSS gym, 7:30-9:30 pm, $3 drop-in fee, info 250-674-2518 • Drop in Basketball: Winter, dates TBA, $2 drop in at Clearwater Secondary School Gym. Info: 250-674-1878 • Slo-Pitch: Clearwater mixed Slo-Pitch league May – July. Contact Carmen Archibald 778-208-1773, 250-674-2632 • Drop in Soccer: June -Sept, tues and Thurs, 6:30-8:00 PM, CSS field, $2 drop in, grade 8 to adult SENIORS • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society 3rd Sun Social Meet at the Wells Gray Hotel at 12:30pm for lunch or dessert, & chat • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society Book Club Last Thursday of the mth 2pm at the library. All seniors welcome.

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BUSY LAW FIRM in Penticton seeks full time conveyancing assistant. Email resume in confidence to Jodie@pearcetaylor.com

Clearwater Garage Sale Saturday, Oct. 4 10 am - 2 pm 2172 Yellowhead Hwy S Blackpool Hunting, kids and family stuff.

Medical/Dental MEDICAL Transcriptionists needed! Employers seeking over 200 additional CanScribe graduates. Student loans available. Income-tax receipts issued. Start training today. Work from Home! Website: www.canscribe.com. Send email to: info@canscribe.com. Or call 1.800.466.1535.

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Gilbert Smith Forest Products Ltd. a family owned and operated speciality cedar lumber sawmill located in Barriere B.C., is seeking a hands-on, highly competent & safety conscious professional for the position of Production & Quality Control Coordinator. This position is a key role within the management team reporting directly to Sr Management with opportunity for the successful candidate to grow into a position of increased responsibility within the company.

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A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122;53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Containers under $2500! DMG 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Delta 15â&#x20AC;? planer. 230 volt, 15 amp, metal stand, roller base, and rollers intake and out. Asking $450.00 250-554-7088

Real Estate Houses For Sale Barriere: Sunning RiverFront 3600+ sqft executive home w/shop on 9 park-like acres. For more info contact R.L.P. Westwin RLTY 250672-5300

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Affordable Seniors Housing. Bachelor Suite, $360/mnt + utilities. Applications can be picked up at Yellowhead Pioneer Residence, 4775 Barriere Town Road.

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2 bdrm house, full carport, all appl w/full basement, some outbuildings. Wood/electric heat, private country living, located 8km from Barriere. N/S, rent@ $700. For application form, call or text 250-318-7100 Barriere: Executive home on 5 acres to qualified applicants $1200/mth 250-318-2662 Clearwater: 3bdrm home, Grizzly Heights, quiet area. $850/mo. DD & ref req. Ph. 250-674-0188. Ask for Julie

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One to One Reading Program Coordinator The One to One Reading Program at Raft River Elementary is looking for an adult to coordinate the One to One Reading program from October 2014 to June 2015. This program provides reading support, usually three times a week, to students identified by their teachers. This is a volunteer position. The Program Coordinator is responsible for organizing training for the volunteers and scheduling the days that each volunteer meets with students. A criminal records check is required. Please contact Dianne Bishop at dbishop@sd73.bc.ca if you are interested in this position.

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Clearwater: 3 bdrm, 2 bath, home on Bain Rd. Wood pellet & elec heat, 10 acre lot. $1250/mo + util. Mature adult. NS Ph. 403-816-7979

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Helmut Franz Godau June 22, 1923 - Sept. 3, 2014

Clearwater: 3 bdrm, 2 bath, top floor of home in Wyndhaven Sub. Avail Oct. 1. Bsmt occupied by owner. $1200/mo + util, $600 DD. Internet & Netflix provided. Shared laundry. No parties, NP, smoking outside only. Ph 778-208-0065 or 250-674-3368 for more info. Very attractive 2-bdrm manuf home, f/s, washer, dryer, central air, office area, carport. $800/mo. Now avail. Thompson Crossing Blackpool, Clearwater. Ph. 250-587-6151

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Legal Notices I hearby give notice to Andrew Clark. All possessions, personal items, need to be removed. These possessions will be disposed of after 30 days of notice being served or posted unless the persons being notified takes the possessions, establishes a right to the possessions, or makes a dispute resolution or a Supreme court application to establish such a right. Landlord Mike Larson, 186 Jenkins Rd. Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N2

Family: Helmut’s wife Una; daughter, Simone; sons: Michael, Paul, Peter, and Timothy; grandchildren (Simone’s children): Heidi, Michelle, Peter, (Michael’s children): Miguel, Niko, Johanna, Bianca, Alexandra, Mattias, (Paul’s children): Cassandra, Mitchell, (Peter’s children): Alyssa, Brent, (Tim’s children): Jordan, and Logan; and 11 great grandchildren Helmut and Una immigrated to Canada from England in 1952 to start a new life in a young country. On arriving in Revelstoke, B.C. Helmut quickly learned that lederhosen and sandals were not the right outfit to wear when loading logging trucks. Helmut went on to work as a prospector, and then camera repairman, before getting a job as bookkeeper for Dawson Wade Ltd., a company that was building the new Trans Canada through the Fraser Canyon. In 1958 the young immigrant couple moved to Clearwater where Helmut worked as a bookkeeper for the local sawmill. By 1965 Helmut and Una decided to move to Vancouver Island. Helmut soon got a job as the assistant treasurer for the Courtenay School District. Then in 1968 it was on to Ashcroft where Helmut became the school district Maintenance Services Manager. In 1973 no longer immigrants Helmut, who was now a bona fide Canadian, moved with his wife, Una, to Powell River where Helmut again took on the school district Maintenance

Services Manager’s job. They were now the proud parents of five children. After retiring the couple moved one last time to Nanaimo to be closer to their children. This is where Helmut spent his last days. Helmut loved the natural beauty of Canada and took great pleasure in hiking trails and exploring the back roads of British Columbia. He could name the mountains and enjoyed canoeing on the rivers. His favorite hobby was gardening, creating beautifully landscaped rock gardens from nothing. With Helmut the garden came first and then the house. He was a leader with ideas: In Clearwater he arranged huge firework displays; while in Powell River he began the B.O.M.B. Squad (Bloody Old Men’s Brigade) which was responsible for clearing trails and building hiking bridges that are still used today. He was a dreamer, a creator, a father, and a husband whose laugh, ideas, and love will be missed by his family.

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Ada Matilda Mackenzie, age 99, resided in the Yellowhead Pioneer Residence in Barriere British Columbia. She was born in Princeton British Columbia on June 13, 1915 to John Wesley Byrd and Sarah Matilda Brazel. She passed away peacefully September 23, 2014 in Clearwater at the Dr Helmcken Memorial Hospital. Ada is survived by her son Gordon Mackenzie of Ladysmith B.C., 13 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, 29 great-great grandchildren and one great-great-great grandchild. Ada was predeceased by her husband Douglas Gordon Mackenzie (Ted), Sons Douglas and Wesley Mackenzie, Grandchildren Denise and Lyle, great grandson Dale Johnathan and great-great grandchildren Areowyn Star and Bryson Gage. Ada was a camp cook, loving house wife and mother. She was a part of the Raft River Riders and Snowmobile club for many years. She enjoyed crocheting and embroidery as well as many activities that were available at the Pioneer Residence including carpet bowling and Wally-ball. Ada had immense love for her children, grand children and generations to follow. She was a caring friend to all. There will be a celebration of life held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions should be sent to the Diabetes Association ,120-540 Seymour St,Kamloops BC, V2C 2G9 Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services, Clearwater, B.C., 250-674-3030.

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Drivers, watch for school zones Robyn Rexin School started last week so drivers should be extra careful in school zones. Vavenby Primary School doubled in population this year. There are 14 students enrolled from Kindergarten to Grade 3. All the students were glad to be back. The teacher is Mrs. Clark and the teacher assistant is Ms Pigeon. The Strong Start program began on Wednesday of the first week of school. The six Kindergarten students attended. There were no preschool children present. Nearly all of these students had been to Strong Start before and were very keen to come again. They thoroughly enjoyed getting into the usual routine of other years, of doing art and science, singing songs, and playing. The first day their healthy snack consisted of a tablespoon of Cheerios that the children crushed and then ate. After recess they went into the school library. Leader Ms Amy handed out boom wackers and then ukeleles for the students to experiment with. Everyone had a good time.

Be safe and look good, welcome back students!

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Some of the Strong Start – Kindergarten children in Vavenby experiment with boom wackers. Pictured are (l-r) Iannah Toscanno, Jasper Peel, Courtney Prince and Landon Hewett. Photo by Robyn Rexin

A walking school bus offers better health Not only am I and the children who are walking "When I was your age ..." Many of us can or biking to school at greater risk of being hit recall hearing something like this when we were by a car, there are also a lot of carbon emissions kids, “When I was your age, I used to walk 15 being dispelled into the neighbourhood as cars kilometres to get to school in five feet of snow.” idle near the drop off zone. This lesson from our elders speaks to our society’s change to a faster pace of life. It also With asthma and obesity on the rise in chilreflects our reliance on automobiles to move us dren and youth, maybe it’s time to reflect on the around our community instead of using more words of our elders and re-consider how we get active modes of transportation such as walking, around. Walking and biking to school can be effibiking and even taking public transit. cient, convenient and safe. Schools, city planners, Walking to school improves children’s physiparents and neighbourhoods have pulled together cal activity levels, social interactions, and alertin various communities within the Interior region ness at school and also improves the environto plan active and safe routes to school. One iniment and mental well-being of parents. Yet, in tiative gaining popularity is the walking school Canada, 58 per cent of parents say they always bus which can be as simple as a group of children walked to school when they were kids but only walking to school with one or more adults. Now 28 per cent of their kids do. that is something I can get behind! So curiosity led me to ask parents about For more ideas and toolkits visit www.hastebc. why the shift away from walking to school. My org/. findings were similar to those identified by the – Jenny Green is a community health facilitator Active Healthy Kids Canada (2014). When with Interior Health. it comes to walking to school as well as other physical activOld Fire Hall No. 1 ity for kids, parents often choose what they 300 - 125 4th Avenue believe will save time, Kamloops, BC V2C 3N3 is more convenient and Toll Free: is safer. PP ATES IEN My morning com1-800-949-3362 (BC) mute often involves BARRISTERS & navigating my bike SOLICITORS through traffic flowing Telephone: to and from the nearby 250-372-8811 schools. While wading through the traffic Fax: 250-828-6697 HOPE YOU ALL and idling vehicles, I Email: ENJOYED YOUR often wonder how this info@eppcatesoien.com can be more efficient, SUMMER! convenient and safe.

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