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Except for the persistent, meticulous research of Andy English and Jennifer Douglass, the intriguing World War I story of the Hedley “Machine Gun Boys” might have remained lost forever. Fifty-two young men, many of them working in the Nickel Plate Mine, signed up and went to war. Twelve gave their lives to the battle to combat the German Kaiser’s armies. They fought in the Battle of the Somme, at Vimy Ridge, and also Ypres. Many of those who returned had been gassed and wounded. Most suffered from shock. English and Douglass point out that for Hedley, a town of 400, it meant the loss of wonderful human potential. It was Andy who initiated the research two years ago. “The 100 year anniversary of the beginning of the war was coming up,” he said. “It concerned me that some of the names on the Cenotaph were no longer legible.” He had grown up in a family familiar with war. His grandfather signed up in 1940 and became an Armourer in the RAF. “He put the bombs on the planes. Much of the Battle of Britain took place over Surrey, where my family lived.” When the German bombers came, the family rushed inside and hid in their “air raid shelter”, a reinforced table. Their home suffered blown out windows and a cracked foundation. “While I was growing up, the family talked about war a lot.” Jennifer’s background is radically different. Her father, best selling author James Douglass, is a well known antiwar activist. Her grandfather 4 generations ago was in the Confederate cavalry. “I’ve long been interested in Hedley history,” she said. When Andy asked her to help with an exhibit at the Hedley Museum, she agreed and has become a committed research partner. According to Andy, the online opening of the Attestation and Service Records made

Private. Ebenezer W. Vans of Hedley died March 3, 1916, in England, of illness and his unit put together the funds to purchase a headstone for his grave in the Bordon Military Cemetery, Hampshire.

their research more productive. They devoted many hours to perusing museum records, studying the defunct Hedley Gazette, contacting family members, and delving into any

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possible source. Hedley involvement in the war began when William Liddicoat signed up in the summer of 1914.“After the war,” Andy said,

“he again worked in the mine and then started a dairy farm in Keremeos on what is now Liddicoat Drive.” At least 10 more men signed up before Travers Lucas, an army captain and recruiter came to town in August, 1915. Deeply moved by Lucas’ presentation, another 17 men signed up. One of the men, Alec Jack, a bank clerk walked out of the bank and enlisted. He would later win the Military Cross and become a company commander. Another recruit, Bert Schubert worked at Schubert’s Merchandise. Jack Lorenzetto, the only one born in Hedley, was of Aboriginal/ Italian descent and had grown up on the local reserve. He was conscripted in 1918. In a letter home he mentioned he was the second best shooter in his unit. When the men recruited by Lucas departed for Penticton in 5 banner bedecked cars, the whole town turned out to bid them farewell. “The Stamp Mill whistle blared,” Jennifer said. “They rang the fire bell and also the school bell. The town band played rousing music to send them off.” Later the Hedley Cenotaph was sited on the very spot where they gathered for the departure. Many of the Hedley Boys became part of the 54th Battalion. Probably due to their mining experience, some were assigned to the Canadian Engineers. The Hedley Boys wrote numerous letters, some to family and friends and others to the Hedley Gazette. “Their letters were wonderfully descriptive,” Andy said. “There was a deep sense of identification with Hedley and the Similkameen Valley. Even those who had come from England referred to each other as Hedleyites. They mentioned Hedley in every letter.” A number of the letters expressed appreciation for the socks knitted by the ladies,” Jennifer said. “They were also thankful to the people of Hedley and the Nickel Plate mine continued on page 8

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Time to start RCMP briefs Police surround home, make arrest shopping for Christmas hampers T’is the season to make a difference in another person’s Christmas by donating to the Princeton Crisis Assistance Society (PCAS) hamper program. Starting Nov. 12 Princetonians will start seeing donation boxes at area businesses and the PCAS thrift store. Josie Penner, a volunteer with the organization, said it takes the efforts of everyone to help all those in need. “We have around 100 families. I know I have anywhere between 60 to 75 children every year. If we don’t get enough donations then I have to go out shopping and get more,” she said. The hamper applications are processed through the PCAS but people in need come from all over for help during the holidays including neighbouring communities Coalmont, Hedley, and Tulameen. Each family receives a food hamper including a turkey, with all the fixings and extra food to help through

the season. Singles and couples receive a stuffed chicken instead of the turkey. Families with children are encouraged to fill out applications with the age, gender and sizes of their child. Because of demand, the PCAS can only guarantee children aged 16 and under will receive gifts but Penner encourages parents to include the details on their older children as well. “We generally have some leftovers and if we can make someone’s Christmas we want to do that so we tell them to go ahead and fill it out for them too,” she said. Penner includes wrapping and paper and tape in hampers as well so parents can wrap the items. The PCAS encourages individuals and businesses to sponsor a family at Christmas. Anyone interested in doing so can contact PCAS by calling 250-2931120 or dropping by the thrift store.

Pets attacked with BB gun Princeton RCMP have received numerous complaints about pets in the Auburn Crescent area being shot with what they believe to be a bb gun. Over the past few weeks several pets have been injured, according to

an RCMP press release. Residents in the area are being asked to contact police if they have information regarding these incidents or if they see any similar incidents in the future.

According to an RCMP press release Costa refused to surrender or open his door, as per his the conditions of his release. Police surrounded the home, obtained a search warrant and Costa was arrested without further incident. Costa is currently being held in custody pending his next court appearance.

Watch for stolen trailer Princeton RCMP are asking the public to be on the look out for a stolen flat deck trailer. The trailer was stolen around November 4, 2014 from the Allison Avenue area of Princeton. The trailer is described as being a black U-built flat deck with BC licence plate 774627.

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Police are investigating a break and enter which occurred in the downtown area of Princeton. A storage garage was broken into sometime over the weekend of November 1, in the Harold Avenue area. The suspects forced open the garage door and searched the property.

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Vote for leadership

If you consider only one thing when you step forward November 15 to cast your ballot in the municipal election make it this: leadership. In the race for the director’s chair of Area H there are three very different leadership styles as well as three different visions for the coming four years. Choose a strong leader. The political landscape in and surrounding Princeton is littered with expectations of taxpayer involvement in the decision making process by way of referendum. People still talk about the painful pool referendum of three years ago as if it happened yesterday. A referendum on library funding that took place more than a decade ago is cited to this day as the reason for Area’s H lack of participation in the library system. The “R” word has even been bandied about in connection with the proposed Princeton boundary expansion. There are far too many referendums going on and not enough good decision-making. Municipal councils and all levels of government need to be directed by men and women who have courage in their convictions, and who are not afraid to make choices – even and especially unpopular choices – for the common good. That’s a leader’s job. The town, the district, are multi-million dollar corporations. Successful multi-million dollar corporations are not managed by consensus. A good CEO seeks the input of his or her management team, consults employees and listens to the opinions of stakeholders, and then makes informed decisions. It’s ridiculous to imagine a workplace where the team members can vote on whether or not there are layoffs, or a wage freeze, or whether new products are developed. It’s just as ridiculous to imagine holding a referendum to ask people whether or not they want to pay more taxes. Consider some of the strong leadership moments in Canadian history. When Hitler marched on Poland it took Mackenzie King’s government less than 10 days to declare war on Nazi Germany. More than a million Canadians served in the armed forces, 45,000 of them died and the financial impact of that war on the country is estimated at over 21 billion dollars. There was no referendum. When Pierre Trudeau enacted the War Measures Act in 1970 during the October crisis it caused extreme public controversy. He said “Just watch me.” He didn’t say “Let the people decide.” The Charter of Rights and Freedoms, GST, free trade, the deployment of Canadian troops around the globe, these are the kinds of decisions that demand strong leadership. It is no different at the municipal level. It’s unfair to ask a community to take responsibility for tough calls that most residents are not qualified to make. It leads, as exemplified by the infamous pool referendum, to unnecessary division and stress, and puts everyone at risk of being managed by special interest. Over the past couple of years the Town of Princeton has dealt fairly admirably with the deer issue. A committee was formed that included both council representation and interested members of the public. There were many attempts made to educate residents and a comprehensive survey was taken to gauge the town’s temperature. That is the model that must be followed in Area H. Town hall meetings, notifications in the newspaper and healthy public debate are all tools a leader can use to help make decisions. Given the imperfect nature of the regional government system – with so much power consolidated in the sole position of director – communication and transparency are musts. Choose a strong leader for Area H on Saturday. Think of the right to vote, the process of selecting a director, as a kind of referendum of its own. - AD

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If you are director of Area H, what will you accomplish in the first three months of your term?

If you are director of Area H, how will the district be different from today at the end of your four year term? Bob Coyne In 4 years I don’t see Area H looking much different than it is today. I would like to see some investment

in infrastructure and would hope that community groups continue to build their own communities the way they decide.

Jamie Fransden This is a question that will be answered by the residents of Area H in the next four years. My priority is to listen to the needs of each specific community and Area H as a whole. If elected, one of my first initiatives will be to establish a Members Board which will include a representative from each community selected by its members within the boundaries of Area H. These representatives, along with myself, will meet at a scheduled time every quarter, in addition to making available time for special meetings when a matter of urgency presents itself. During each quarterly meet-

ing, the Members Board will review expected funds, government grants, corporate offers and remaining dollars on account available. Each representative will have the opportunity to present their area’s needs, which will then be prioritized. Examples of these needs include community water service, road maintenance, forest fuel reduction, community centre and fire halls, high speed internet access and cellphone service in areas where required. Other topics to be reviewed will be moving forward with a sustainable watershed Resource Plan for the Similkameen Valley and development and environmental concerns.

Charles Weber I believe we will have an energetic and optimistic series of communities in Area H. Roads will have been improved and there will be a positive enthusiasm for growth in all of the communities. Health care and hospitals will be in much better shape then they currently are with health care providers and doctors planning to stay in the community for the long term. I see seniors having access to entry level home care, improved support for mental health and addictions. As well, I see a community with other professions servicing the community,

such as lawyers and veterinarians. Our library will be healthy and growing to meet the needs of a thriving series of communities. I see us generating revenue from boosting our tourism potential and getting this forgotten corner of the province on the map and encouraging folks to relocate. After all, only two and a half hours down the road are 3.5 million people just wanting to relocate. We don’t want all of them, just a few. Of course, all of this growth is promoting a rural outdoor lifestyle - attracting folks who love the area for what is is.

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Charles Weber Initially, there is much to do in meeting with each of the community organizations and discussing where they want to go and each of their respective visions. Then back to the main body and forming and presenting to an APC (Advisory Planning Commission) and prioritizing where Area H needs to begin to grow. As well we need to have a clear look at our financial position and decide where we stand . We need to invite folks to sit and serve on our APC. We need to begin a lobby with senior levels of government to get some much needed road improve-

ments in the Area H jurisdiction. Of course there is the learning curve associated with being a Regional Director. Meeting, lobbying, being a firm voice for Area H with health care, planning, expansion and other such duties. All of this is dependent upon a thorough review of our financial position and making the taxpayer aware of where we stand. As Area H director I am the custodian of your tax money and we will spend in responsible manner. “Time to grow” is an an exciting opportunity for Area H.

Jamie Fransden Firstly, as a new member of the board, in the first three months I will follow-up with projects implemented by the previous Director that are either in progress or not yet initiated but with guidelines in place. I will ensure all previous works are tidy with no revisions, further upgrades or alterations required. This will ensure a fresh start for Area H. During this time, I will also continue to meet

with members of each community in Area H to further discuss the needs of each specific area and the plans that our residents, you the people of Area H, would like to see for the future. I then plan to take these goals and develop actionable plans that I myself, in partnership with each specific area and as a community as a whole, can work towards achieving in our four-year term.

Bob Coyne In the first 3 months in office I will get up to speed on what issues are on going, go over and approve the

annual budget, appoint a new advisory planning commission, and my alternate. I will try to meet with all the communities in Area H to set a representation plan.

What are the qualities, skills and experiences you possess that set you apart from the other candidates? Jamie Fransden I have founded, owned and managed a medium sized business in Vancouver for over nineteen years that ran 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with a staff of over 30 fulltime employees. From operating a business of this size and for this amount of time, I have developed exceptional communications, people management, planning and organizational skills. Taking command of an operation or project then guiding it to new performance levels is my greatest strength. My political background encompasses being

elected President of the Allison Borgeson (Round) Lakes Ratepayers Association along with one of two Directors elected to “Director of the Allison Lake Water Board”. I am highly experienced in managing tight deadlines, lawyers, bankers, corporate representatives and employees. With my experience in business, entrepreneurship and management, along with my current political background and commitment to the community, I have the skill set, drive, passion and determination to take Area H to the next level.

Charles Weber I have worked full time for the last 13 years developing our ranch with my wife. We are familiar with many of the constraints facing small business in this area and despite these constraints have developed a thriving , successful business. I am involved in many of the community groups ranging from curling, to theatre, to bridge, just to mention a few. I have 25 years in public education as a teacher and am very familiar in dealing with bureaucracy, advocacy, and various levels of government; as well as sitting on numerous provincial committees. I have also served on an APC (Advisory Planning

Commission) and Alternate Director, so am familiar with the RDOS functioning. I have a background that emphasizes a practical common sense approach that is able to deal with the complex problems that will face Area H in the coming years. Finally,I have people skills that are absolutely necessary in the role of Director. It is imperative that this person is capable of listening and building trust. Building community is larger then anyone of us. All of us in this together builds a healthy sense of community that is far greater and superior to any one individual.

Bob Coyne I believe that my experience both in business and as a union representative gives me a good background to be able to negotiate at the board level and with government agencies. I have lived and worked in the Princeton area my entire life and know many

of the issues facing a Area H residents. I don’t have an agenda I only wish to serve the people of Area H. I am open minded and willing to listen. You will always know what I am thinking, as I try to get right to the point.

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Town has responsibility to fund library To the editor Andrea DeMeer’s article regarding the Princeton Library should raise a lot of questions and debate. Whether it will only time and circumstances will tell. In my opinion the good citizens of Princeton may need to ask themselves some fundamental questions. One question that may arise: Is there a need or a want to have a library? One may equate the need for a library on equal terms as a need for a school. Both are institutions of learning. But more so, they give a community a certain identity. I would hope that no one in Princeton would argue that there is no need for a school. The issue of want may be more difficult

to answer. Singular people have individual wants. Individual wants may not always bode well for the community as a whole. Want may become an issue of passion and so it must if the Princeton Library is going to remain a very vital service to Princeton. Other services arising out of want will continue to compete for available monetary funds. There is no argument here that the allotment of monetary funds to who should get them may be a difficult question for the town fathers. But in reality it should not be. Some “wants” are huge as expressed in DeMeer’s article. But who’s wants are they? The town fathers may have planted the seeds for an increased tax base in the future and this in the future may or may not pay for the

want of an aquatic centre. The good people of Princeton should, however, question whether the town fathers have a mandate to decide on the future of an aquatic centre. The town fathers do not only have a mandate, but more, they have a responsibility to fund the library by virtue of its present existence. They can step up to the plate and support the need for the Princeton Library. They should be called upon to revisit how the money is allotted to services around town and area. Is it fair in the minds of the good people of Princeton, to have the golf course and the masonic lodge subsidized? These elite clubs are specialized and are for the most part inaccessible to the people of Princeton. What is the need that they fulfill

other than a want by a few elite and well to do people of Princeton? One is always is bombarded with the notion that the “kids” have nothing to do. Is it not fair to say that parents must take some responsibility for their children’s recreation? It is a given that an aquatic centre may provide an avenue for kids and families to enjoy. But ask yourself this: will it be free? Will the future tax base cover entry fees for families who live below the poverty line? Or once again is the aquatic centre to be only for those who can afford it like the golf course. This may not be news but this is reality!

To the editor I am disappointed to feel obliged to have to write to you about what was said by councilor elect Jerome Tjerkstra in his letter to you last week in support of his candidate of his choice in the upcoming regional district election. While I might question a number of opinions he expresses my only real concern are statements that he makes that are just simply untrue and damaging to the RDOS organization and to the many volunteers working to make out community a better place to live. If they had been made simply by an individual off the street I would let it pass. However for someone who has been appointed to sit on the Town Council in a position of respect, we should expect a higher standard. In his letter Jerome says that a lot of money was handed out in the last number of years by RDOS but he was never consulted, he never got reports on where it went and could find no clear website information. He makes the point that his candidate will provide “consultation” and “transparency”. Jerome says “Charles Gets It” he has brought this matter up in debate, he understands the seriousness of the situation.” Let’s just think about this for a moment. Any money that flows through RDOS to

communities only comes about in two ways, through budget or special programs. If it is through budget it is argued publicly for weeks by the RDOS board, which includes the mayor of Princeton, it is published, it is on numerous websites including that of the RDOS and the province and I certainly expect the Princeton town council discusses related aspects in a great detail. The second way that money comes into the community is by special programs. That could be grants that are controlled by the granting agencies like gas tax funding or by programs that we have put in place like the Vermilion Forks Forest Corp where the participants receive funds to pass on to eligible community recipients. In these cases these funds go directly into the RDOS accounting system. For a regional director to access those funds he must meet publicly with the RDOS board, (that is all the regional directors and all the municipal mayors including the mayor of Princeton) and explain why the funds should be granted to a program. As an example the most recent funding application we completed was to the Princeton Curling Club. The club approached me months ago and explained the need for funding. They had all the required data,

quotes and references. The process required numerous conversations regarding the grant with the mayor of Princeton and the town administrator. RDOS then confirmed with the funding agency that the project fit all the criteria. I then brought the item to the RDOS board publicly and explained the details and why the funds should be granted. The board of directors including the mayor of Princeton voted unanimously to approve the grant and the cheque was issued and delivered last week. Grants the regional district provides to our local RDOS communities actually require an even more rigorous process and are certainly

totally public. After all of that, if anyone is still unable to get the information they want, please just call the financial officer at RDOS. It’s toll free. I do not wish to be critical of Jerome and while I question the wisdom of any town councilor who talks about building relationships between communities, then supports one candidate over another (that he may have to work with in the future), that is his option. I do however take exception to a person of responsibility misspeaking on matters that are critical to good governance. Brad Hope Retiring Director RDOS Area H

To the editor Last week’s letter from councillor elect Jerome Tjerkstra talking about how he wants to revitalize Area ‘H’ was not well considered. Saying “no more us vs. them” at the same time as seemingly denying our legislated self determination, is not only contradictory, but insulting. I also worry about Tjerkstra’s public support for director candidate Charles Weber and the ideas of centralization and more government control. This seems like a very bold

stance to take without the implicit support of the rest of the council and Mayor Armetage, with whom, I might add, Area ‘H’ has been working very nicely.

Norbert Neumann Princeton, BC

Exiting regional director upset by councillor’s comments

Princeton councillor under fire

A new councillor without a public mandate might want to tread more softly and avoid eroding existing relationships. I suggest that the better strategy for Mr. Tjerkstra would be to start his political career by making friends. Ole Juul

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FREE FLU CLINICS Get your Free Flu shot at: PENTICTON Penticton seniors Drop-In Centre 2965 South Main Street Friday Oct. 31, 9am - 3pm Friday Nov. 14, 10am - 4pm

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Evelyn McCallum, with Mayor Frank Armitage, has volunteered in town for more than 50 years.

Long serving volunteer has passion for history

OkaNagaN FaLLS okanagan Falls seniors Centre longest standing board member. ever since. She is a current member of 1128 Willow Street Evelyn has made enormous contribu- Order of the Royal Purple for 50 years, Monday Nov. 24, 10am - 1pm tions to this society and continues to be as “Honoured Lady” and Secretary. Her kEREmEOS our main point of contact for the history of other work within the community includes Keremeos senior Centre artifacts and donors. her rolls as Assistant Returning Officer for 421 - 7th Avenue Evelyn was also a member of the town elections for many years, back when Tuesday Nov. 4, 12noon - 4pm “Rebecca’s” before moving to Copper elections were held annually and was also Mountain upon her marriage to Jack the Provincial property assessment board south similkameen health Centre McCallum in 1952, they raised two boys chair for many years. 700 3rd Street together. In 1957 when Copper Mountain Congratulations Evelyn on your well Wednesday Nov. 26, 3pm - 6pm closed, Jack and Evelyn moved to Allenby deserved award! HEdLEy until 1960, and have lived in PrincetonHockey PoolPrinceton Museum 14-11-10 2:54 PM snaza’ist Discovery Centre Manager 14-11-10 2:54 PM 161 Snaza’ist Drive Tuesday Nov. 18, 2pm - 3:30pm PRINCETON senior Citizens Centre Branch 30 hall 162 Angela Avenue Thursday Oct. 30, 1pm - 5pm PSSAthletics PSSAthletics RNK TEAM TOTAL T Y W M GP GR GM P/G PT RNK TEAM TOTAL T Y W health M GP GR GM P/G 2:54 PTPM Princeton Centre Hockey Pool Manager 14-11-10 98 Ridgewood Drive 1 Al Anderson 3 361 0 8 0 1 97 Al Anderson 340 1686 24 1.06 3 361 3 0 8 0 97 340 1686 24 1.06 3 T30 Dragon 7 301 0 *Thursday 18 0 Nov. 81 6, 9am 350 - 1pm 1681 19 0.86 2 MC 3 2 347 0 7 0 2 87 M C 359 1677 14 0.97 3 347 0 0 *Thursday 7 0 Nov. 87 20, 9am 359 - 1pm 1677 14 0.97 0 T30 IWA 3 301 0 *Thursday 7 0 Dec. 80 4, 12:30pm 341 1676 33 0.88 6 - 4:30pm Fore! 2 3 341 0 10 0 3 93 Fore!351 1681 18 0.97 2 341 4 0 *10 0 93 351 1681 18 0.97 4 250-295-4442 Emdubb 14 2 33 300 0 5By appointment, 0 89 please 322 call 1688 40 0.93 5 Bumpa 2 4 339 0 11 0 4 107Bumpa 3512 1685 14 0.97 339 1 0 OLIvER 11 0 107 351 1685 14 0.97 1 Rez 3 34 299 0 5 0 84 336 1685 29 0.89 6 oliver seniors’ Centre Chucky 5 5 335 0 6 0 5 80 Chucky 328 5 1683 39 1.02 335 3 0 6 0 80 328 1683 39 1.02 3 PJM 2 35 298 0 5876 2 Airport 0 70 1680 23 0.86 3 Street 347 1 2 1688 Dusty 1 2 334 3 0 Monday 9 0 Nov.93 344 - 4:30pm 1688 18 0.97 3 T6 334 0 9 0 T6 93 Dusty344 18 0.97 3, 12noon N & L Services 1 2 36 297 0 15 0 90 348 1674 28 0.85 6 334 4 0 oliver 3 0health 91 Centre 327 1681 42 1.02 4 Mylou 5 T6 334 0 3 0 T6 91 Mylou 3275 1681 42 1.02 Allin 4 37 296 0 930 5 Spillway 0 87 1679 49 0.92 3 Road 322 2 332 3 0 8 0 93 350 1684 16 0.95 3 Crosby Show 2 8 332 0 8 0 8 93 Crosby 350Show 1684 16 0.95 Tahm 3 38 294 0 *Monday 6 0 Nov. 67 17, 3pm 351 - 6pm 1680 19 0.84 3 250-498-5080 327 6 0 *By 7 appointment, 0 92 please 342 call1687 21 0.96 6 9 Andrea DeMeer 327 0 7 0 9 92 Andrea 342DeMeer 1687 21 0.96 T39 Gym 4 293 0 Monday 9 0 Dec.7215, 2pm 344- 4pm 1675 31 0.85 3

To the editor Our own Evelyn McCallum was honoured last night at Princeton Town Council for her more than 50 years of service within the community of Princeton. Evelyn joined the Princeton Museum in its new building for the Canadian Centennial in 1967 and has been involved in many capacities, serving as President for 20 years, and also holding the position of secretary for many years. Evelyn is currently a board director, volunteers for hosting duties, and is our Hockey Pool Manager

Christmas spirit planned for Princeton

Our Christmas Celebration will start with Light-up on Saturday, November 29. Copper Mountain Mine is sponsoring a horse and wagon ride taking people around the town with stops at Veterans Square, Cooper’s, and Princeton Plaza. There will be entertainment in Veterans Square including a Christmas tree competition, pool noodle street hockey with the Posse, and Santa. Princeton Passports will be in stores starting the day of Light up and can be stamped until December 13th. With each $5 spent, participants will receive one stamp – with double stamps given Saturday for Light-up. Passports can be put in for the draw at any of the merchants listed on the back of the Passport. Winners will be drawn at the Dec. 15 Town Council meeting. Join in the festivities by entering the Christmas Tree Competition. This is open to everyone clubs, organizations, businesses, individuals and/or groups. To be part of the celebration, call (250295-3103) or email Lori at the Chamber of Commerce (chamber@ nethop.net).

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What’s in a name? Not much if you live in the regional district If I could make one request of the person who is elected this weekend to the position of director Area H, it would be this: Can we please stop calling it Area H? “I live in Area H.” It sounds like a quadrant on a prison farm, or a province from a post-apocalyptic society like in the Hunger Games. Area H – the mining district. Mindboggling that some years ago a group of founding fathers sat down and reviewed the expansive, rich and naturally diverse rural areas of the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys and decided to name these places after the alphabet. Perhaps tourism was foremost on their minds. Who can resist a slogan like “Come to Area C…We are better than Areas D, E, F, G, and H?” It’s even harder to understand when one considers the names of the villages and small communities that dot the regional district are so colourful and rich with traditional mean-

ing. Many of them have First Note to self: approach Nations’ names, unfamiliar to Mayor Frank Armitage with visitors. a proposal to twin the two My mind’s eye pictures a Princetons. stooped and whiskered civic I like the name Similkameen. leader banging the table with It always makes me think of his stick. “That does it! We are baby formula. going to name these areas after Rivers and lakes present something people from Ontario an interesting study in names. ANDREA DEMEER can pronounce!” During considerable travels over the past four month I’m only surprised – knowold dog ing something about the longI’ve seen passed some gems. new tricks ago attitudes of men in small In Northern Ontario I was distressed driving by Orphan Lake town power – that the founders of the Regional District didn’t name the areas but felt somewhat better when I saw that just down the highway there was a Mom Lake, after themselves. I like the name Princeton. There are exact- and a Dad Lake. ly two and only two towns in the entire counMy oldest son wanted to stop at Serpent try named Princeton. Odd that I should have Creek for some fishing. That didn’t happen. spent most of my life living five minutes Rabbit Blanket Lake. That was my favordown the road from Princeton, Ontario, and ite lake name on the drive to BC. I am also then move to the Similkameen and live five fond of Dry Lake. Someone, at some time, had a sense of irony. minutes down the road from Princeton, BC.

I like the name Hope. I enjoy thinking about why someone would choose such a name for a community. Was the town named by a band of weary pilgrams who said: “Let’s Hope we can stay here and not have to climb over any more heaven forsaken mountains?” By all rights the next town on the highway should be called Despair – ala Lee Child. I guess you can’t have everything. The road from Princeton to Hope is interesting also for its river names…along a mountain stretch an angler can choose from Sunday River, Monday River, Tuesday River, and so on. Naming rivers after the days of the week is just slightly more creative than naming areas for the letters of the alphabet but it does beat the number system employed in some areas of both BC and out east. Suppose we ought to be thankful we don’t live in Area 5.

It’s not so easy to spot an artist, and it’s not so easy to be one Merrilyn Huycke Artifacts

I thought it might be interesting one day to put together a guide that would help people spot a genuine artist. You know, kind of like how to tell an edible wild mushroom from an inedible one. First of all, let’s get the definition straight here. According to The Canadian Oxford dictionary, an artist is “a person who practices any of the fine arts, especially painting, sculpting, etc.” In art school, we were told that one did not call oneself an artist, but rather we were to identify with an area of the arts. We were to say we were a painter, a potter, a sculptor etc. and that time and learned people would determine whether we were an artist or not. That way we could avoid falling into the heinous habit of conceit such as a few people of the cloth have been known to practice by calling themselves “Reverend” when in fact it is a term bestowed only by another wishing to convey respect earned. But I’m off topic here... So that’s the official definition from a couple of angles. But often practitioners of the arts

are hard to pin down. For instance, every one that I’ve known is either a closet introvert or just a plain full blown one. It’s not that we don’t like people because we really do. We just need unreasonable amounts of time to mull things over. Remember the kid that always doodled in your grade three class while you were doing math? That’s what I’m talking about. We look like we are doing nothing most of the time but we are planning and plotting Big Things. It’s hard to get to know someone when most of his or her conversations take place inside their own head. Now, at this point I need to point out that the way to separate the wanna-be’s from the real dealers is that the real dealers actually execute their plans. They can’t help but make things. The defining characteristic is always that the artist actually practices. A lot. And truthfully, a surprising number (myself included) can switch like a chameleon from a wanna-be to a real dealer and back, but I prefer not to go there. It’s embarrassing! The point is that the default mode is always to practice one’s creative calling. Some folks dis-

cover their area of the arts early (I was four years old) and some wait for retirement. If you are chosen by creativity, make no mistake: you may refuse to follow, but you will, at best, be uneasy and at worst, miserable. It’s best to give in. It saves a lot of wear and tear on your loved ones who see your pain and wish for Heaven’s sake that you’d just get at it. I have never known an artist that didn’t have a day job. Anything from cleaning to teaching at a prestigious college or university, nearly all need a day job. Making pottery, paintings or sculpture can’t be done without an ongoing outlay of money for materials and tools. Because of this, we tend to be seen as cleaners or professors or clerks - whatever - rather than makers of things. That stuff goes on behind studio doors however humble or elaborate the space may be. That’s where the paint spatters and the clay flies. And, perhaps another reason for working is that it grounds us. We need a reason to have a schedule for eating, sleeping and working and we certainly need to come up for air. Work keeps us human. Now here’s the really interesting part. So far,

Enjoy the benefits of shopping local To the editor We have all seen the signs. It only makes sense to shop where you live. Shopping in Princeton saves time, gas, money and wear on the environment. In addition, you can get a wonderful variety of unique affordable gifts for all occasions at shops, farmers markets, festivals and events like

the Christmas Crafs and Collectibles Collective. All you have to do to find these events is read the paper and the various posters and signs around town. Princeton is my town. I shop here. Dian Brooks PS Some of the nicest, kindest, most helpful people own/run these shops.

I’ve only referred to the easily recognized areas of the arts but there are so many more that can steal your heart. Of course, there are the obvious ones such as performing arts and literary arts. Then there

are the more practical areas such as culinary arts, welding, fine woodworking and so on. I’ve had occasion to work with welders and fine woodworkers in the process of producing sculpture and see the

glimmer in their eye at the prospect of solving a creative dilemma. After all, isn’t that what is so intriguing about creative process? I myself hold to the view that because most everyone has curios-

ity, they have creativity. Curiosity drives us to know more about our world and can inspire us to do great things. How about you? What are you curious about and what will you do with your curiosity?

THANK YOU Halloween Family Fun Night wishes to thank the following people for helping to make October 25, 2014 such a huge success... SPONSORS:

• Town of Princeton • Copper Mountain Mining Operations LTD. • R.D.O.S. - Brad Hope • Princeton Crisis Assistance • Princeton Rotary • Princeton Ground Search & Rescue • The Hut (Bill & Anne Vowels) • Princeton Rodeo Club (Host) • P.X.A. • Princeton Racing Days • Princeton Fall Fair • Princeton Little Britches Rodeo • Similkameen Spotlight

DONATIONS:

• Weyerhaeuser • Lynch Bus Lines & Anne Hauser • The Source • Princeton Outdoor Supply • Firework Factory (Gerry & Son) • Argo Road Maintenance

CANDY:

✴ Jess Because ✴ Patsy O’Reily ✴ Cooper’s Foods

VOLUNTEERS:

◆ The Bernard Family ◆ Karrie, Miranda, Robby Crucil ◆ The Gilbert Family ◆ P.S.S. Senior Band ◆ Kokanee Swim Club ◆ Stephanie & Megan Mintzler ◆ Michelle & Steve Jaster ◆ Rui Ferreira & April Earl ◆ Jenn & Jason Yates ◆ Erin & Jason Williams ◆ Dawne Graves ◆ Doug Pateman ◆ Dave Fidler ◆ Wally Aiken ◆ Jadyn Smith Whitecotton ◆ Renée Harrison ◆ Gabe Oliver ◆ Eric Ogrine ◆ Jenny Gibson Concession Crew: ▶ Heather King ▶ Elaine Bennett ▶ AJ Doyle ▶ Rayleen Brewer ▶ Theo Goeson ‘Jr’ ▶ Ryan Francis ▶ Robert & Ethil Bennett • Princeton Volunteer Fire Brigade • Princeton Highway Extrication • Princeton RCMP • BC Ambulance Service

If we missed your name we are so sorry, everyone who came to help means the world to us! To the brave few who came out Sunday to help clean up, Thank You... ❦ Karrie Crucil ❦ The Gilbert Family ❦ Jenn & Jason Yates ❦Dawn Johnson ❦ Paul Bedard ❦ Robert & Ethil Bennett ❦ AJ Doyle ❦ Elaine Bennett ❦ Heather King ❦ Gabe Oliver ❦ Eric Oguine ❦ Renée Harrison ❦ Steph & Megan Mintzler ❦ Bernard Family

Thank you to our amazing community for once again coming out and supporting this great family event. Your excitement re-fuels us and drives everyone forward to plan a new and “Spooktacular” year!

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The volunteers with the Princeton Legion who work so hard to make Remembrance Day meaningful for the community.

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“We only need to look at what we are really doing in the world and at home and we’ll know what it is to be Canadian.”

Funds being raised to repair cenotaph continued from page one for Christmas packages.” The Hedley contingent developed close relationships. When Ebenezer Vans died of illness in England, his unit put together the funds to buy a headstone for his grave site. They were called the Hedley Machine Gun Boys because a number were assigned to a machine gun unit. Most were accustomed to hard work in the mines. They were strong and fit, able to carry the heavy guns. It was a dangerous assignment, due to the enemy’s determined efforts to silence these effective weapons. Because it was so hazardous, toward the end the machine gunners were called “the Suicide Club.” Private Sid Edwards, a machine gunner, was the first Hedley boy killed. After his death the people of Hedley raised money to buy Lewis machine guns. The initial campaign raised $3,500, sufficient to buy 3 guns.

Remembering those who gave so much then and those who still do today.

In all, 11 Hedley Boys were killed in action, a very high ratio compared to other units. By the end of my conversation with Andy and Jennifer, I had a sense of their tremendous passion for the subjects of their research. “We feel like we have gotten to know them,” Jennifer said. “We’re continuing with the research,” Andy added. “We want the Hedley Machine Gun Boys to be remembered.” Because the lettering on the Hedley Cenotaph is becoming difficult to decipher, on Remembrance Day they will begin raising funds to remedy this. They want to refurbish the Cenotaph and possibly attach brass plaques with the names engraved. Anyone wanting to support this worthy endeavour can leave a message at the Hedley Heritage Museum (250292-8787) or contact them directly.

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“We only need to look at what we are really doing in the world and at home and we’ll know what it is to be Canadian.”

Remembering those who gave so much then and those who still do today.

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Klinger notches hat trick in Posse win Spotlight Staff Princeton Posse Captain Kurtis Klinger recorded a hat trick Friday night on the road against the Kimberley Dynamiters and led his team to a 5-1 victory. The Away Star of the Game, Klinger scored twice in the second period – assisted by Colton St. John and then by Eden Dubchak and Estevan Hale – and once in the third assisted by Konnar Dechaine. Bailey Stephens made his debut in the Posse crease, turning away 24 of 25 shots. Other goal scorers were Destin Robinson and Trevor Pereverzoff. Posse coach Bill

Rotheisler was unavailable Monday to comment, but posted a back pat to the team on Twitter. “I want to personally congratulate the boys on one of the most complete games I have seen a junior team play.” Pereverzoff was the Posse Star of the Game Sunday evening in Fernie, where he scored Princeton’s only marker unassisted in a 4-1 defeat. Stephen Heslop made 29 saves in net. The Posse rides at home next Wednesday night against first place Osoyoos. The Posse holds a distant second position in the division, trailing Osoyoos 37-24 in total points.

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St. Paul’s United Church Also serving the Anglican Community

Office: 250-295-7714 WORSHIP - 10:00 AM Office Hours:

Tues. 9:30 a.m. - Noon Thurs. 9:30 a.m. - Noon

190 - 1st Avenue Everyone Welcome

Arts SHIRLEY’S ART CLASSES: Wednesday & Thursday Call Shirley at 250-295-4076 GARDEN CLUB: Meets third Tuesday of every month, 1 PM, Seniors Branch 30. Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577 ARTS COUNCIL: Meets at Noon on the third Wednesday of the month. Everyone Welcome! Contact Marjorie Holland, Pres., 250-295-6718 or Joann Gabriel, Sec., 250-295-3361 for location. General meetings quarterly as announced. BUNCHGRASS QUILTERS Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at the Riverside Centre from 10 - 3 p.m.. Everyone Welcome! Contact Sharon 250-295-4194 or Rosemary 250-295-6511 PRINCETON POTTERS GUILD, RIVERSIDE POTTERY STUDIO: Access to the potter’s wheel or hardwork, workshop opportunities, group projects. Call Sue for more info or to join. 250-295-0527 PRINCETON TRADITIONAL MUSIC SOCIETY: The Princeton Traditional Music Society puts on the Traditional Music Festival each year in August, featuring traditional music from many places. The three-day festival is free and run entirely by volunteers. The 100+ musicians and dancers also offer their talents for free. If you would like to help out with the festival, please contact Jon or Rika @ 250-295-6010

Community: INTERESTED IN CHRISTIAN MEDITATION? For people who want to learn to pray with great simplicity, for people who would be willing to get to know Jesus who loves each of us immensely, for people who are at a dead end, for people who want to get to know themselves, for people who want to make a new beginning! We can go to God together and it’s free! Call me: Fr. Harry Clarke at 250-295-3541. ORL- PRINCETON BRANCH: Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m./ 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Fridays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Invites You to 38 Kenley Avenue 10:30 Morning Worship Pastor George Donovan Tel: 250-295-7733 Cell: 250-293-6447

HEDLEY SENIORS’ CENTRE: 3rd Monday of every month regular general meetings Everyone welcome. 2nd Sunday Pancake Breakfast, 8 am - 10 am. Daily Coffee & conversation 6:30 am to 8 am. Every Tuesday & Thursday exercise at 9 am.

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250-295-3607. sehaker@persona.ca

SENIORS BRANCH #30 POT LUCK SUPPER: Last Friday of every month, 5:30 p.m. Seniors Centre. Members can invite a guest.

CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anonymous. The crisis line is 250-4936622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: 250-493-6622.

MEMBERS ONLY POOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Senior’s Centre. 10:00 am

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Meet Friday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Library call 250-295-7005

WHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refreshments included. Everyone welcome.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. Arbor House. Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. Baptist Church. Old Hedley road. Contacts: Fred 250-295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663

VERMILION FORKS PRINCETON O.A.P.O. BR. #185: Regular meetings second Friday of every month at 2 p.m.. Pot luck supper every third Friday at 5:00 p.m. SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING SESSIONS: Meetings will be held on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Call Arnie Powell at 250-295-6759 for more information. LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083 PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060 JA SCHOOL & COMMUNITY GARDEN: New members invited to volunteer as “garden angels” attend committee meetings and garden their own plots. Phone Sandra 250-295-3779, Sharon 250-295-4080 or JAE School 250-295-6727 CINDY PAROLIN SAFE HOMES PROGRAM: Princeton and area, crisis intervention, emotional support, information, legal strategies and safe shelter in cases of abuse against women in relationships. Call the 24 hour women’s crisis line at 250-295-8211 for confidential services. MONDAY NIGHT BRIDGE: @ Riverside Centre 7 - 9:30. Knowledge of bridge necessary. Call Gail @ 250-295-0171

WELCOME WAGON! Are you a new to Princeton? If so, we have information regarding local, civic, community services and facilities. We also have gifts for you from local merchants and businesses. Call 1-866-856-8442

PRINCETON COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CHAC): Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM at Town Hall.

HEDLEY LIBRARY HOURS: A reminder that the Library is open every Thurs. from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is located at the OAPO Hall on Scott Ave.

165 Vermilion Avenue invites you to join us in Sunday Worship 10:30 am Pastor Jack McNeil 250-295-7951

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DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB: Wednesdays @ Riverside Centre 10:30-3. Call Arlen @ 250-295-6157

PRINCETON and DISTRICT COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTRE SOCIETY: Meetings are held quarterly on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.

(By Coopers) Join us for “Gospel Hour” Sunday mornings, 11 am We would love to meet you. 250-293-1205

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PRINCETON MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES: 167 Vermilion Avenue 250-295-7588 princetonmuseum@gmail.com www.princetonmuseum.org

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY: Meets second Monday of every month, 1:00 p.m. Hospital Board Room. For info., Call Doreen @ 250-2951577

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PRINCETON HEALTH ACTION COMMITTEE: Regular public meetings first Wednesday of every month at 7 PM at the BPO Elks Lodge. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN: If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-2954050 or Del 250-295-3266 TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Centre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:00–10:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250- 295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org

AL-ANON: Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Contact Central Referral @1-604-688-1716 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meets every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:30 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809

Club Notes: FREEMASONRY: FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER: Freemasonry has been active in B.C. for over 130 years. It is a fraternity open to men of all races and religions. If you are of good character and want more information, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95 A.F. & A.M. C/O Box 174 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 ROYAL PURPLE: Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton. ELKS: Contact Chris at 250-295-3949. PRINCETON PERFORMING ARTS: Meet first Tuesday of each month @ 7 p.m. in Riverside Theatre. Contact Derek @ 250-295-3037 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: General meeting held on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM. GRANITE CREEK PRESERVATION SOCIETY: Meet the third Thursday of every month at 1:00 p.m. in the Princeton Museum Archive Room (upstairs). Everyone is welcome! PRINCETON LADIES AUXILIARY LEGION BRANCH 56: Meet 2nd Tuesday of the month @ Legion Hall at 7:00 p.m. HEDLEY MUSEUM: General Meeting, meets the 2nd Monday of each month. 6 p.m. @ The Hedley Museum THE PRINCETON RIFLE AND REVOLVER CLUB: INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE Juniors & Seniors meet at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250-295-6150. VERMILION FORKS FIELD NATURALISTS: Group meets second Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. at the Riverside Centre. Public welcome. OTTER VALLEY FISH & GAME: Meetings 3rd Thursday of each month at noon in the Club House.

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Club Notes: VERMILION TRAILS SOCIETY: Meets at the Chamber Basement on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more info: Contact kvrrider@gmail.com New Members welcome! PXA MEETING: Held on the third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m., at the Princeton PXA Grounds. New Members welcome! PRINCETON FISH & GAME: Princeton Fish and Game Association, meet the second Wednesday of the Month at the Princeton Library, contact Al Lay 250-295-0250. PRINCETON RACING DAYS ASSOCIATION: Meets the third Thursday of the month in the office at Sunflower Downs (PXA Grounds) at 6:30 p.m. PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION: Meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the office at the PXA Grounds at 6:30 p.m. PRINCETON ROTARY CLUB: Meets every Tuesday @ 12 p.m. Heartland Restaurant (dining room). For more info. Call Judy @ 250-2950217. New members welcome! COPPERHILL LANES: YBC Bowling Saturday 10 AM. Club 55. Mens, Ladies and Mixed bowling leagues. Call 250-295-6500 for more information. SPECIAL “O” BOARD; Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month. Contact 250-295-7218 for meeting place & time. LAPIDARY PRINCETON’S ROCK & FOSSIL CLUB: Meetings held third Tuesday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Riverside Centre. Call Franz Hofer @ 250-295-3896 for more info. New members welcome! PRINCETON COMMUNITY BAND: Meets Mondays and Thursdays 6 p.m. in the PSS Band Room. New musicians welcome! PRINCETON CURLING CLUB: Leagues start Oct. 20th. Mon - mixed, Wed - Ladies, Thurs - Day League. www.princetoncurlingclub.com or 250-295-6400

Youth GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA: Contact: Carol Mack 250-295-7085 PRINCETON MINOR HOCKEY: Lori Gullison 250-295-3977 SIMILKAMEEN (JKA) SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB: 250-295-3909 or 250-295-7374 PRINCETON POSSE JR. HOCKEY CLUB: 250-295-6544 PRINCETON FIGURE SKATING CLUB: Lynette Boyd: 250-295-7113 KOKANEE SUMMER SWIM CLUB: Lindsay: 250-295-0759 PRINCETON FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY : FAMILY PLACE 120 Kenley Ave. open Tues., Wed., and Thurs. 11- 2. (Pre-natal) 11 -12 Moms help prepare and enjoy lunch together.

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Meeting with racial discrimination reminds writer of the need for diversity training in Princeton By Marcela A. Toro Garland

Due to some past events I experienced in town as of late, which include being denied a job due to having an accent, I contacted some local advocacy agencies in search for answers, a perspective. In the process, I stumbled once again, into the concept of Cultural Diversity Training. While working for Multicultural Services now over fifteen years ago, I delivered several workshops on the subject. It was a challenge then, just as any intellectual pursuit is, and it remains a challenge now. To gain a clear and adequate understanding on the subject and impact of the teaching, there are a few things that we need to observe. For one, some seem to think that immigration began 500 years ago with the beginning of European colonization in the continent. If that was the case, and if it all boiled down to who was here first, then we could all just move on, accept our social positions determined by such constraint. In a way, even I would wish that it was that simple; it would allow us all to retire and find a lot of empty spaces in the continuum of time so as to relax and not have think about the subject any longer. Unfortunately the reality of the modern world is quite different from what it was five hundred years ago. For one, we live in quite a diverse world due to the increasing number of people that move around, travel, intermarry, relocate, etc. As I was reading in a little text on globalization recently, that the phenomenon of globalization actually began a long time ago when European and Asian were establishing trade routes in order to supplement their own regional production of goods. Let’s not forget that Columbus was in search of spices from the Indies (or India). But without getting too far into the historical background of it all, lets examine diver-

sity, which not only speaks of immigrants; but, of the true diversity within our present population which includes the elderly, youth, women, men, children, transgender, homosexuals, single, married, common law, and various if not all religious denominations, and individuals with various levels of abilities, in another words, the list is endless…. Do we call this Diversity or Pluralism, or it might be both. Therefore, we can safely say that diversity has become widely recognized so as to attempt to accurately describe our very pluralistic present day society. So where do we go from here? What is then Diversity Training? Diversity Training as far as I understand it, is a working tool for a much needed paradigm shift in which we no longer focus on the very peculiar or particular characteristic of individuals, but we begin examine common values, common goals, common interests and the best ways in which to work together. A working tool that allows us to move forward and continue ameliorating the life of the many and improving the quality of life within our communities so as to focus on the important issues; such as addressing basic matters that affect us all such as adequate and affordable housing, food security, access to medical services, education, and the need for economic expansion that has at its forefront the wellbeing of its population at large. That is where it is at, and not in the pettiness of who got here first, or who has an accent, or who chooses to have sex with whom. (Except in the case of children, which in my mind, will continue to have their innocence protected so as to help them achieve full and healthy development in order to increase their chance of becoming well-adjusted adults). And who is to benefit from Cultural

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Diversity training? Everyone! – Front line workers, managers, educators, recipients of services. We all need to learn to coexist in this ever complex new world and within the new paradigms taking place. Opening the dialogue is how we begin to contemplate new working modalities for building healthy, thriving, and functional (rather than dysfunctional) communities and society. Diversity Training should be about inclusivity, cooperation, mutual respect and trust. It is not about who is an immigrant or not, or whether we should or need to hang out together on week-ends. The benefits of Diversity Training and its potential for exploring the means by which we can most effectively implement change and establish effective working parameters are endless. It is with this brief commentary that I wish to encourage a future dialogue. I look forward to living in Princeton after a prolonged term studying in solitude. Princeton is looking better than ever and I have much enjoyed past community events. I also see a lot of room for needed and beneficial improvements. I look forward and I am optimistic seeing the changes that have already taken place such as so many partaking in Yoga, which, by the way, is also a reflection on the willingness to embrace diversity! Way to go Princeton! Marcela A. Toro Garland is a working artist/designer of Chilean descent living in Princeton. She holds a BA in Modern Languages, an MA in Comparative Literature, and is a practicing Buddhist meditator and Yoga practitioner as well as a Certified Cultural Diversity Trainer who has worked as Cultural Liaison for various organizations in the South Okanagan.

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Guy Sasseville, as Bernard, and Eben McKiblin, as Robert, acting up as they sort out Bernard’s love life in the Cawston Players production of Boeing-Boeing.

The Cawston Players Christmas show happens on stage at The Cawston Community Hall December 5 and 6 at 7 p.m. and on Sunday afternoon, December 7 at 2 p.m. Boeing-Boeing is a popular French Farce set in the 1960s and concerns a swinging bachelor Bernard, played by Guy Sasseville, who couldn’t be happier: a flat in Paris and three gorgeous stewardesses all engaged to him with-

out knowing about each other. Bernard’s perfect life gets bumpy when his friend Robert, played by Eben McKiblin, comes to stay and a new and speedier Boeing jet throws off all of his careful planning. Soon all three stewardesses are in town and simultaneously timid Robert is forgetting which lies to tell to whom and catastrophe looms.

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MAY 14, 1927 ~ NOVEMBER 4, 2014 2014: Don Coyle passed suddenly on Nov. 4 after a rich life that brimmed of the stuff of which stories are built, including great and rewarding love, adventure, family, friends, world travel and travails. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, a brave soldier, an engineer, a dedicated public servant and volunteer, as well as a friend of the best kind, a teacher and a mentor to many. He is survived by his three sons Shawn (Patricia), Eric (Jyoti) and Allan (Jeanette), grandchildren Patrick (Sarah), Erin (Ben), Kate (and their mother Beverly), Anjali (Keith) and Krysta and his great grandchildren Joseph, Beth, Pippa and Dexter. He left a swath of accomplishment, generosity, memories and love in his wake and we will celebrate that Thursday, Nov. 13, at 1 p.m. at the Seniors Centre in Princeton, British Columbia. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations can be made to the Princeton and District Museum and Archives Society. To leave condolences or share memories of Don, please go to www.hansonsfuneral.ca

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