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Community forests agm coming to Clearwater Keith McNeill

British Columbia Community Forest Association will hold its annual general meeting in Clearwater next June, chief administrative officer Leslie Groulx told town council during its meeting on Jan. 6. The agm will be held June 11 – 13 and will be hosted by Wells Gray Community Forest. BCCFA is a network of 46 communitybased organizations in British Columbia that are either managing community forests or striving to establish community forests. George Brcko, the manager of Wells Gray Community Forest, is the association's secretary. No to Yellowhead Highway membership Town council voted once again not to take out a membership in the Trans Canada Yellowhead Highway Association. Not enough emphasis is placed on the branch of the Yellowhead that goes south from Tete Jaune Cache to Hope, said Mayor John Harwood. Instead, the emphasis is on the branch that goes north to Prince George and then west to Haida Gwai, he felt. Merritt town council wants nothing to do with the Yellowhead Highway, Harwood said. Thompson-Nicola Regional District continues to be a member of the association and so Clearwater could use that as a contact if needed. Clearwater did not join the association last year either, the mayor said. Councillor Merlin Blackwell said travellers find it confusing to have a highway with two branches. “I don't see any sense to it,” he said. Cost of a membership, which is based on population, would have been about $370.

Canajun, eh! Barb Coates uses a hockey stick to dig her vehicle out after getting stuck on the connector between the logging bridge across the Clearwater River at Brookfield Creek and Old North Thompson Highway on Friday, Jan. 9. “You can't get more Canadian than this!” said Merlin Blackwell as he snapped the picture and then helped to get her out. They and other bystanders then helped free a second vehicle that also got stuck. Photo by Merlin Blackwell

Building permits boom As of the end of November last year, District of Clearwater had nearly $9 million worth of building permits issued, according to a report from Thompson-Nicola Regional District. “It will be interesting to see if it breaks $9 million for the year,” commented Mayor John Harwood.

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Major project in Clearwater last year was the construction of the new Buy-Low shopping center next to Highway 5. The permit value was the highest of the municipalities and electoral areas that use the TNRD for their building permit services. Second place went to Area P (Rivers and the Peaks), which had building permits totalling nearly $8 million as of the end of November. No more cemetery committee District of Clearwater will no longer have a cemetery advisory committee. Town council voted during its Jan. 6 meeting to disband the committee. Only a few members of the public had come forward to serve on the committee, said infrastructure committee chair Merlin Blackwell. Instead, an ad hoc group will be set up to help out at Riverview Cemetery as needed. The committee was set up several years ago when some relatives became upset after staff of what was then Clearwater Improvement District removed mementoes that had been left on graves. Connected by satellite At least one former user of the TNRD's free television rebroadcasting system now has satellite TV. Annabelle Stevens reported during the public comments portion of the meeting that a LTSS (Local Television Satellite Solution) receiver was installed at her home on Dec. 22. She thanked the mayor and council for their efforts in making this happen. Mayor John Harwood said much of the credit should go to Ron Storie, the TNRD's manager of community services. The regional district and affected communities decided last year to discontinue the free television rebroadcast system due to increasing costs and decreasing usage. Unfortunately it was found that LTSS, a federally sponsored program through Shaw that was offered by the TNRD as an alternative, was unexpectedly no longer available. Storie has apparently been working since then to create alternatives to local residents who were without television service.

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Lieutenant Governor sponsors youth environment program for all of B.C. Tom Fletcher, Black Press VICTORIA – Inspired by her holistic ranching background, Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon has launched a provincewide environmental education program for high school teachers and youth leaders. Stewards of the Future offers grants of up to $800 per group to cover field trips, fees for programs and guess speakers, equipment and teacher release time for projects. It is offered for students from grades 9-12, First Nations educators, 4-H, Guide and Scout groups and environment clubs, with an application deadline of Jan. 23 for the spring program.

"Through Stewards of the Future, students will have the opportunity to explore issues that affect the land, water and other natural resources in British Columbia," Guichon said. "The goal of this program is not to solve the challenges we face, but rather to encourage open discussion and gain a better understanding of the issues that affect our natural surroundings." Program partners, including the education ministry and B.C. Parks, offer support for projects such as research on invasive species leading to mapping and removal. The Stewards of the Future toolkit emphasizes hands-on "place-based" experience to appreciate

and enhance biodiversity. Guichon and her late husband Lawrence Guichon are credited with pioneering holistic management in the B.C. cattle industry, emphasizing preservation of natural grassland on their historic Merritt-area ranch. Holistic management, developed by African biologist and game ranger Allan Savory, overturned the long-held belief that overgrazing is the result of too many animals. Savory proved that reducing the number of animals doesn't restore grasslands, which developed in the presence of large herds that were kept closely bunched and moving to avoid predators. Planned grazing mimics that pattern and gives grasslands

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BC Assessments corrects property valuation error Keith McNeill A number of property owners in the Flats area of Clearwater were relieved when they received their notices from BC Assessment recently, according to town councillor Dennis Greffard. Speaking during a town council meeting held Jan. 6, Greffard said several residents had approached him after receiving letters Serious Issues require Serious Lawyers

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from BC Assessment in late 2014 that advised them the assessed value of their land for 2015 taxation purposes would be almost twice what it had been the year before. Greffard said he had checked with the provincial authority and been told that there had been an error in calculating the assessments and the letter had been sent out in mistake. The error happened because one of their assessors mistakenly entered the wrong figure into his computer while making his valuations for part of Clearwater, according to Graham Held, deputy assessor for the ThompsonCariboo region. “The moral of the story is always look at your assessment. The number is important,” Held said BC Assessment automatically sends

letters to property owners if their assessments have increased more than 15 per cent above the market change, explained Held. The error was discovered, but not before the letters had gone out. Purpose of the letters is precisely that – to help catch errors. The letters also serve to advise people to check their assessment notices when they receive them to see if they want to appeal. Assessment notices went out during the first week of January. The assessed values of property in the Kamloops region were generally stable, with changes ranging from -5 per cent to +10 per cent. In Clearwater, the assessed value of residential properties went down by about a half of one per Continued on page A3

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Winter Festival coming soon ing bonspiel will be on the Friday and the Saturday. Phone Mel Romeo at 250-674-8009 to put in a team. There will be two full days of downhill skiing at a cost of a toonie-a-day on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 at Clearwater Ski Hill. The concession will be open and ski rentals will be available. Saturday and Sunday will see our youngest hockey players in action during an eight-team Novice tournament. Be sure to come out and cheer these young people on. There will be moonlight crosscountry skiing at the Candle Creek ski trails, starting at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 1. Fireside snacks will be available. This will be a great time to try this sport. For more information, look for posters and the ad in the Times next week.

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A privately-owned SpaceX launch rocket carries a science experiment designed by Kamloops schoolchildren into space. Kamloops This Week photo

Kamloops kids' science experiment finally blasts off into space from Florida Kamloops This Week It took three attempts, but a science experiment created by students who attended McGowan Park elementary (and who are now in Grade 8 at Sa-Hali secondary) lifted off into space on Saturday morning (Jan. 10). Last fall, teacher Sharmane Baerg and students Hunter Galbraith, Kieren O’Neil, Ryan Watson and Jordan Brown watched as their science experiment was destroyed after the unmanned Orbital Sciences Corp.’s Antares rocket and Cygnus cargo spacecraft taking it to the International Space Station exploded upon liftoff. A duplicate science experiment made it to Florida for private company Space X’s attempt at delivering sup-

plies — including the students’ experiment — to the space station. That attempt, on Jan. 6, came within a minute of launching, but a technical problem aborted the mission. A third attempt on Saturday was successful and the students’ experiment should reach the International Space Station at 3:12 a.m. Kamloops time on Monday, Jan. 12. The students won a districtwide contest to take part in the international space-education program. It was the only Canadian experiment to be chosen to go into space by the National Centre for Earth and Space Station Education. Working alongside the boys and their teacher was Thompson Rivers University chemistry professor Sharon

Brewer who, along with dean of science Tom Dickinson, provided the group with a laboratory to work on the experiment. The students’ experiment is designed to test how crystals grow in the microgravity environment on the International Space Station (ISS), the ultimate destination of the experiment. The boys were intrigued with the chemical reactions that turn two liquids into a solid and designed their experiment around that. They discovered along the way that liquids they chose became a fluffy snowflake-like solid if they came together quickly, but more needlelike if a filter was added to slow the chemical process.

Assessment error rattles owners Continued from page A2 cent, while the total of business and other assessments went up by almost three per cent. The overall assessment roll for Clearwater went up from $334 million last year to $341 million this year. In Barriere, resi-

dential assessments went up by nearly two per cent, while the assessments for business and others went down by a little over one per cent. Barriere's overall assessment roll went up from $193 million last year to $199 million this year. Property owners have until Feb.

2 to file a Notice of Complaint (appeal) if they disagree with their assessments. Property Assessment Review panels will sit during February and the first half of March to hear complaints. After the panels have finished, revised assessment rolls will be produced.

Municipal and other levels of government (such as school districts) that are funded with the help of property taxes will then use the numbers from the assessment rolls plus their budgets produced earlier to set property tax rates for their respective jurisdictions.

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Clearwater is once again planning a Winter Festival, which will take place on Jan. 30, 31 and Feb. 1, reports Ken Kjenstad, one of the organizers. “As ever, a big thank you to all our sponsors who make this a great family weekend with lots of winter activities,” Kjenstad said. The festival will follow the annual Hockey Days, which will take place Jan. 19 – 25 with all the local teams in action. The Winter Festival will begin on Friday, Jan. 30 with free public skating accompanied by Disney characters at the Sportsplex starting at 4:30 p.m. This will be followed by a figureskating exhibition at 7 p.m. There will be free refreshments available at both activities. The Love Where You Live curl-

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Clearwater is in need of Snow Angels? Please step up and help by adopting and clearing a neighbour’s driveway. Watch for people in your neighbourhood who could use help removing snow and ask if you can lend a hand. If you want to be a “Snow Angel”, call us at the office at 250-674-2257 and we will connect you with those in need. A big thank you to the following who have been recognized as “Snow Angels” in our community: Ross Wilson, Wade Elliott and Eric Bidell. Your kindness makes Clearwater a great place to live.

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You should receive your property tax assessment notice early in January. If you feel your property assessment is incorrect, contact BC Assessment to discuss your assessment, they may be able to resolve your concerns. 1-866-825-8322. The deadline to file a notice of complaint to the Property Assessment Review Panel is February 2nd, at 11:59pm.

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“ Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work: You don't give up.” - Anne Lamott, writer GUEST editorial

Can anybody be an ambassador? Kamloops This Week House of Commons Sergeant-at-Arms Kevin Vickers performed a heroic deed in October when he shot dead a gunman who attacked Parliament Hill after murdering an unarmed solider guarding the National War Memorial. That Vickers was brave that day is without dispute. His actions very likely saved lives. For all that, Vickers has been commended. Last week, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced Vickers will become Canada’s ambassador to Ireland, succeeding Loyola Hearn, a former Conservative MP. Vickers has been sergeant-at-arms at Parliament since 2006, before which he spent a quarter-century working as a Mountie. He may well become an effective ambassador to Ireland, but Vickers’ appointment again raises the question as to the qualifications of those awarded well-paid postings at home and abroad. Surely performing a heroic deed while employed in a policing role cannot in and of

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itself qualify one to become Canada’s highest link to a European country? Is there anything else, aside from Vickers’ work in stopping a killer in October, that makes him the right person to become ambassador to Ireland? Or, as with so many other appointments in politics, is the plum gig a reward for doing a good job? And, if so, should it be this way? We have seen too many people handed lives of luxury simply because they supported the government in power or because their celebrity can be perceived to help the government in power. Vickers’ predecessor in Ireland, Hearn, is an example of the former. He was instrumental in working to unite the Progressive Conservatives and Canadian Alliance. Examples of the latter include journalists Mike Duffy and Pamela Wallin (to Harper’s eternal regret) and Sun Peaks’ own Nancy Greene Raine. Here’s wishing Vickers well in Dublin while we also wish for more transparency in how and why these appointments are made.

February Blues Broadway Review seeks local talent Editor, The Times:

Choir practices for the Broadway Review production at the end of February began last week. This is open to all North Thompson Community Chorus members, past and present. And (as always), I encourage new singers to join the choir. I would love to have soloists, duets, trios, groups and instru-

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mentals to sing and/or play any song that has been performed on stage - that would include operettas and opera along with Broadway musicals. Please run by your selection with me and I'll see if I have the music on hand. If not, it is quite easy now to find it online and download it for about $5. Also, you would likely want to run it by our accom-

panist Bonnie, if you plan on her accompanying you. Some arrangements can be quite dry, so often I will look for a part song arrangement because the piano tends to be much better. Please look on the internet for a song you might like to do with others or by yourself - there are scads. When you find one or two that you like or recognize, simply youtube or vimeo it and give it a

listen. We can take it from there. Practices will be on Tuesdays at 6:45 p.m. at Clearwater Christian Church and Thursdays at the Pentecostal in Barriere. I am insisting that I have a minimum of 25 singers for the choir this session. Please let me (choir director Leah Jones) know if you are interested or if you are only

interested in a non-choir song. The choir will be singing three selections from Broadway. One will be The Phantom of the Opera, another will be Oh What a Beautiful Morning from Oklahoma, the third is yet to be decided (LOL). The gals will sing My Favorite Things from Sound of Music.

Leah Jones Clearwater, B.C.

Economic recovery shows that Obama on right track Editor, The Times:

Let's see here! According to a small item on the front page of the business section of the Vancouver Sun, the United States economy is now leading the pack again with over three per cent growth. Of course, this is not

going to obscure the million of homes abandoned, the 401Ks massacred or the fact that the gap between the rich and the rest of the citizens of the U.S. is wider than ever. However these stats do indicate that the six years of rule by Barack Obama's Democrats have been a

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success, despite everything that was against them. Paul Krugman, one of Obama's severest critics, stated as much in Rolling Stone. So, one has to ask, why hasn't this been reflected by the polls. I know that the U.S. media is overloaded with the likes of FOX “fair and balanced” but that doesn't explain why the American voters staggered to the polls to vote for the very forces that brought their financial ruin and scorn from the rest of

the world. (With the exception of that gang of clowns who jumped on George Bush's ship of fools off to Iraq looking for non-existent weapons of mass destruction.) Another big question is why does the Canadian media hates Obama so badly. From Rex Murphy to Mathew Fisher, they all dump on Barack Obama unmercifully. In one of his late Vancouver Sun columns Fisher remarked about Obama's hand-wringing over northern Iraq and

Syria. What he and other right wingers apparently want is for Barack Obama to send in the American army again. This is a perfect example of Albert Einstein's definition of insanity: doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. So, which is it? The U.S. recovery is a success or Barack Obama and his Democrats are complete failures? You can't have it both ways.

Dennis Peacock Clearwater, B.C.

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Question of the Week

Are you satisfied with the snow removal from our roads and highways this winter?

Debra Nehring (with Bobby):

In the Yukon you might get a two foot dump of snow and you just deal with it. Put studs on your tires and four-wheeldrive, and away you go.

Joe Short:

Pat Ferguson:

Pretty well. You can't please everybody but they do what they can.

Yes, I'm pretty well satisfied. They've had quite a challenge.

Sharon Chaytor: Considering how much snow we've had, I think it's quite acceptable. I've learned that when you live on a side street, you're last.

Jeremy Risling:

Yes, the boys have been working hard. The roads are cleared. We're doing roofs right now.

Arts council to host “Poetry & Potluck” on Jan. 29 Editor, The Times:

The North Thompson Arts Council is proud to announce it will be continuing its “Poetry and Potluck” series on a monthly basis. The events will be a held in the NTAC’s “Studio Space” at the Dutch Lake Community Centre, the last Thursday of every month. The next event will be held on Thursday, Jan. 29, starting at 6 p.m., with readings at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The purpose of this event is to promote the beauty

of the written word, poetry in this case, and to expand culturally on Clearwater’s community events. People may bring a couple pieces of poetry they want to share – it can be something previously published or an original work. They can either read the poetry themselves or have another person read it on their behalf. If some would rather sit back, relax and listen, they are more than welcome. It is our goal to maintain a comfortable, creative and enjoyable environment for all to enjoy.

We call this “Poetry & Potluck” as we want to have a casual gathering before the readings begin where people can get to know one another or connect with friends and neighbours alike. So to that end, we ask that everyone bring a small appetizer platter along to share with his or her fellow poetry lovers. Admission is by donation.

Wes gives his wish list For Canada in 2015 Editor, The Times:

Here is my wish list for Canada in 2015: • More class and less crassness on the world stage by our representatives. • More of an evenhanded rather than mean spirited approach to our friends and our foes, the definition of

these terms depends on your point of view. • More open government and less closed-mindedness on the part of our leadership. • More respect and less rejection of ideas that are counter to corporate thinking. • Less corporate control

and more cooperative soul. • More jobs that reflect a thoughtful and balanced approach to development. • More movement away from the hewers of wood and drawers of water philosophy of development and more secondary manufacturing. • A greater effort toward

negotiation rather than confrontation, an emphasis on words rather than weapons. Happy New Year to you all and may even one on my wish list become a reality this year.

Mining industry deserves more respect Editor, The Times:

As we start the new year and discuss growth sectors in B.C. for 2015 and beyond, many people might be quick to underestimate the contribution that mining and exploration make to B.C.’s economy.

In 2013 for instance, the mining industry added $511 million in direct payments to the provincial government and its various agencies. The number of people working in B.C.’s mining industry also increased in 2013,

directly employing 10,720 people. Over the next 10 years, the B.C. mining industry is expected to require a surprising 16,770 new workers to meet the needs of mining expansion and retirements.

These are impressive stats for a vital B.C. industry that rarely gets recognized as one of the bedrocks of our B.C. economy. The mining industry definitely carries its weight.

Jesse McClinton Victoria, B.C.

Smart-meter foes being punished for their stand Editor, The Times:

Via a freedom-ofinformation request, I learned that nearly 70,000 smart meters were being read manually as of Jan. 1, 2014. As of Sept. 1, 2014, nearly 50,000 smart meters are still being read manually. I have also learned that many BC Hydro smart meters will be read manually more or

less permanently. Those customers are receiving the same service as those with analog meters, but are not being charged the $32.40 per month fee ($64.80 per reading). This practice is definitely discriminatory under the Utilities Commission Act, which states all customers must be charged the same rate

for the same service. How can anybody justify this unfair practice? Some people say it is pure extortion and a punitive measure from Bill Bennett, minister responsible for BC Hydro. It definitely needs explaining to the people of British Columbia as to how a Crown corporation

is allowed to treat its customers in this manner, which is illegal under the Utilities Commission Act and runs counter to Bennett’s own directive. I believe people are being punished for taking a moral stand and this is a sad thing for democracy in B.C.

Guenter Gottloeber Kamloops, B.C.

Wes Morden Blackpool, B.C.

Richard Stroh, president North Thompson Arts Council

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Thursday, January 15, 2015 Clearwater Times YEARS AGO:

The Avola Parents/Teachers Association was planning a Valentine Dance. Convenor was to be Mr. B. Barry, school principal and honorary principal of the PTA.

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Olivia, Liam top lists of new baby names in B.C. BC Local News

For the second straight year, and the fourth time in five years, Olivia was the top name for girls born in B.C. in 2013, according to the province's Vital Statistics Agency. Liam reclaimed the number one spot for baby boys replacing Ethan, which was tops in 2012, after edging out Liam the previous year. The top five names for girls born in British Columbia in 2013 were Olivia, Emma, Sophia, Emily and Ava. For baby boys born in 2013 in B.C., the top five names were Liam, Mason, Ethan, Lucas and Benjamin. There were 43,925 babies born in B.C. in 2013, which includes 22,491 boys and 21,434 girls.

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A cable basket was installed at Little Fort to make crossing the North Thompson safe when ice was on the river. The motor-run basket could hold six people. North Thompson Ambulance Association made seven trips in December and three so far in January, George Adams reported to a meeting of the Central North Thompson Chamber of Commerce. There were 117 members in the association.

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The new school for Vavenby was to open on Jan. 20. An article pro-

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BACK IN TIME filed the Buck family. In 1944 Grace and Bill Buck came to Clearwater from Oliver, intending to go to the Mad River country. Instead they bought the old Glover place on Candle Creek Road from a Mr. Jones.

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Local emergency coordinator Bill Mattenley chaired a meeting at Clearwater RCMP detachment to revitalize Search and Rescue in the area. Sgt. Frank Baruta said he would rely on the expertise of the organized groups to conduct a search. Clearwater skiers Sue Foster, Tammy Bourelle, Kevin Kershaw and Laurie Koblun took part in the B.C. Winter Games time trials in Vernon. Clearwater faced a water shortage after a frozen pipe caused the dam to drain.

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The planned length of the Wells Gray ski marathon was reduced from 45 km to 30, announced marathon chairman Chris Kissinger. The marathon was one of 12 in the B.C. Loppet series. The federal government donated $122,000 in a make-work program to build a viewing platform at Spahats Falls, and to clean up trees and debris

deposited in the North Thompson River by a windstorm the previous August. Blue River's Janie Lamont, the 1983 Citizen of the Year, was told that she must slow down and definitely not work in her store any more. She had been taken from Blue River by ambulance before Christmas.

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North Thompson school board trustees voted themselves a hefty pay raise. Rates for a regular board member went from $5,000 per year to $10,000. In predictions for the year 2000, Clearwater Forest District manager Mel Monteith said that a pulpmill was not likely, but that a valueadded plant to make paneling or wood moldings would be coming. Blue River school trustee Jeanette Atkinson forecast that tourism would grow for that community. "Snow is our biggest asset," she said.

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A mass walk-out by 16 TNRD directors from the small municipalities and rural areas prevented the five Kamloops directors from passing a $200,000 grant to the KXA. "They were going to use their weighted Kamloops

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YEARS AGO:

First baby of the millennium was Keltie Brynn Elsie Arndt. The daughter of Kelvin and Karley Arndt was born on Jan. 1 at 11:51 p.m. A large crowd attended a public meeting at Blackpool Hall to hear Slocan foresters answer questions about deer range, flooding and visual impacts related to logging along a ridge west of Blackpool. "My contention is that this is a little bit heavy on clear-cut logging in the lower elevations where the mule deer are," said Ted Richter.

YEARS AGO:

Wells Gray Country Services Committee asked the ThompsonNicola Regional Board to start the process to acquire land for the memorial park for fallen firefighter Chad Schapansky, a firefighter killed in a restaurant fire in the spring of 2004. The first baby of 2005 was born at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital to Upper Clearwater resident Jamie Blackmore.

District 73 school board rejected full day of Kindergarten, despite a survey that found 56 per cent of respondents in favor. Freezing rain caused RCMP to shut down Highway 5 north of Blue River for over 24 hours. According to Blue River resident Jennifer Poohachoff, trucks were lined up along Highway 5 near Mike Wiegele Heli-ski Village at the north end of town to the bridge 10 km south of Blue River.

YEARS AGO:

Documents for subdividing the Blackpool Firehall property from the Blackpool Community Hall (owned by Star Lake Women's Institute) had been submitted for final review, reported Tim Pennell, director for Wells Gray Country (Area A). This included an agreement to have potable water supplied to both halls from a neighboring system. Upper Clearwater Farmers' Institute volunteers had done a fantastic job relocating and adding to the Upper Clearwater Hall, said Pennell. He intended to allocate $40,000 in federal gas tax revenues towards the project.

YEAR AGO:

District of Clearwater had contributed $48.5 million in economic stimulus to the community since incorporation, according to Mayor John Harwood. Building permits in the new municipality had averaged about $2.5 million per year, for a total of $16 million. Melody Romeo was the new manager of Victims Services for the Clearwater and Barriere RCMP detachments. She took over from Kim Stockton, who had been manager for many years.

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LNG plans continue in 2015 despite oil slump Tom Fletcher – Black Press The shakeout of liquefied natural gas proposals for B.C. continues, with ExxonMobil's large-scale project for Prince Rupert moving ahead and smaller projects changing or withdrawing plans. ExxonMobil and its Canadian subsidiary Imperial Oil have filed a detailed description with B.C.'s Environmental Assessment Office, planning for a city-owned site on Tuck Inlet north of Prince Rupert Harbour. One of the larger of 18 B.C. proposals, West Coast Canada LNG (WCC LNG) proposes up to five floating barges for LNG loading with onshore support facilities, and an estimated capital cost of $15-25 billion. WCC LNG plans to start construction by 2017 and be in service by 2024. WCC LNG sorted through a half dozen sites in the Kitimat and Prince Rupert area, where the larger of B.C.'s 18 current LNG export proposals are also claiming sites. Natural Gas

Development Minister Rich Coleman says 2015 is when the LNG industry begins to take shape, despite a slump in oil prices and rising competition from U.S. and other gas producers. "New drilling activity in our upstream sector demonstrates investors remain confident in B.C.'s long-term natural gas potential," Coleman said in a New Year commentary released last week. "One of our province's largest Crown land sales in history occurred near the end of 2014, with industry contributing more than $209 million for exploration right alone." Proponents of Aurora LNG Grassy Point near Prince Rupert withdrew that application to start the year, focusing on another site at Digby Island. Also withdrawn is the Farrell Creek raw gas processing plant north of Hudson's Hope, a projShoreline on Tuck Inlet where ExxonMobil proposes to locate barge-based marine offloading facility for LNG tankers. ect taken over by Chinese-owned Photo by West Coast Canada LNG Progress Energy. Progress is a partner with PETRONAS in The public comment period project moving ahead, with its amid changing global energy Pacific Northwest LNG at Lelu application for B.C. environmen- closed for another large-scale supply and demand. Island near Prince Rupert, with proposal, the Shell-led LNG tal assessment accepted at the Woodfibre LNG near its investment decision postCanada proposal for Kitimat. end of 2014. Squamish is another small-scale poned indefinitely late last year

Ruddock Creek project moving ahead TNRD Board meeting Times Staff

Production from a proposed lead-zinc mine at Ruddock Creek could begin in 2018, according to Jim Miller-Tait, exploration manager with Imperial Metals Corporation. In a presentation made to Clearwater town council's infrastructure committee on Oct. 21, Miller-Tait said that preliminary assessments have been done and they are currently focusing on permitting for production. Details of the presentation were included in the committee's minutes,

which were released during the town council meeting held Jan. 6. A new power-line would need to be installed, the com-

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power in from Avola to the west might not be feasible due to inadequate capacity. The mining company is using diesel generators for power

to be sourced from Clearwater as much as possible. Once production begins the workforce would be about 150, working a two weeks

Production from a proposed lead-zinc mine at Ruddock Creek could begin in 2018,

pany spokesperson said. It is anticipated that power will be brought in from Mica Dam to the east. This would use, in part, an existing power-line. Bringing the

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during the exploration phase. It is anticipated that there will be a workforce of approximately 250 during the construction phase. Labor and materials are

in, two weeks out rotation. There would be no tailings pond. The procedure would be to mix the tailings with concrete and then pump it back underground.

Life span of the mine is anticipated to be a minimum of 10 years. Imperial Metals also owns the Mount Polley mine in the Cariboo, site of a major tailings pond breach last summer. Last fall, the Neskonlith Indian Band issued an eviction notice against the Ruddock Creek project. A few weeks later, vandals partially burned a bridge on the road leading to the project. The proposed Ruddock Creek mine is located about 30 km east of Avola near Tum Tum Lake.

schedule released

Submitted The ThompsonNicola Regional District has released its schedule for the regular meetings of its board of directors. All the meetings are scheduled for 1:15 p.m. in the boardroom at the TNRD Civic Building at 300-465 Victoria Street in Kamloops unless otherwise posted. The schedule is as follows: • Jan. 16

• Feb. 5 and 26 • March 12 and

• April 23 • May 14 and 28 • June 18 • July 16 • Aug. 20 (out of town meeting at Sun Peaks) • Sept. 17 • Oct. 8 and 22 • Nov. 5 and 19 • Dec. 10 Visit the TNRD website at www. tnrd.ca for more information and to view board agendas when published.

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Investors Walk For Memories on Jan. 25 dedicated to Barriere’s Kay Zerr Barriere Star/ Journal The Investors Group Walk for Memories in Barriere on Jan. 25 will be dedicated to Carolyn Kay Zerr. Each of the Walks is annually dedicated to an honouree – a person who has been impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Carolyn Kay Zerr (Kay) was born in Calmar, Alberta, in 1939. Her fam-

ily moved to Terrace, B.C., when she was nine and she moved to Vancouver at age 18. She met her future husband, Gordon, while working at McDonald Appliances. Gordon and Kay had two children – Carleen and Terrill – and eventually settled in Barriere. Kay has been an active community member as a mother, wife, volunteer and business co-owner. She started Zerr’s Major Appliance Repairs and

Services Ltd with Gordon, which serviced the Thompson Valley for over 33 years. Although Kay’s life has been very full, she has still found the time to enjoy her favourite activities such as camping, gardening, reading and most importantly, spending time with her four granddaughters. Kay was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2011 and has found the Alzheimer Society of B.C. to be extremely helpful in terms of the education and support services offered to help people understand and cope with the disease.

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Kamloops and District Labour Council has new president, Barbara Nederpel Cam Fortems – Kamloops This Week A new leader has taken the helm at Kamloops and District Labour Council by promising to engage more with the community. Barbara Nederpel, a former nurse and now a clerical worker at Royal Inland Hospital, was acclaimed this week as the council’s new president for the next two years. She replaces Peter Kerek, an outspoken

opponent of the proposed Ajax copper and gold mine who also ran unsuccessfully for city council in November. “I started working as a nurse and saw the challenges we had,” said Nederpel, who is also second vice-president with the provincial Hospital Employees’ Union. “I’d always find something blocking me: ‘Why is this thing falling apart? Why aren’t we funding things properly?’” Two years ago, Nederpel became

active in the labour council, which represents public and private unions in the city and region. Nederpel acknowledged Kerek’s strident opposition to the proposed Ajax mine, a sentiment she shares. But, she also cautioned there are mixed feelings among labour council members about the proposed open-pit mine south of Aberdeen that is promising severalhundred jobs. “It’s not a huge focus,” she said of Ajax.

The labour council passed a resolution several years ago opposing the mine, causing a split with the Steelworkers’ Union. “I’m open to change and democracy,” Nederpal said. “If an affiliate comes forward and says, ‘Why don’t we wait for an environmental review?’ I’m open to that . . . I’m just one voice of many.” The labour council is front and centre in a number of events, including the annual Labour Day Picnic and the National Day of Mourning for workers hurt or killed on the job. “We’re really looking at engaging a little more with the community and showing the general population we’re not about getting good contracts for ourselves,” Nederpel said. “What we want for us, we want for everyone.” Nederpel is also president of the NDP’s provincial KamloopsNorth Thompson electoral association and vice-president of the party’s federal Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo federal riding association.

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Speed and conditions cause vehicle collisions

From Jan. 3 to 7, there were 11 single and multiple vehicle collisions in the Clearwater RCMP Detachment area. Injuries were sustained at three of the collisions and one collision was with an animal. The majority of the collisions had to do with severe weather conditions and drivers' speeds. Some of the primary offenders in the collisions were issued violation tickets for speed relative to condition; another was ticketed for failing to yield to oncoming traffic. Police remind drivers that posted speeds on the highway are set for the best driving conditions. • The faster you go, the longer it takes to stop • The faster you go, the more you have to pay

ICBC tips to stay safe

• Behind other vehicles, allow at least two seconds following distance in good weather and road conditions (three seconds on the highway); • Slow down on wet roads, in bad weather conditions or on uneven roads (increase your following distance to at least four seconds); • Don’t speed up if someone is trying to pass you – it's illegal; • Be realistic about your travel time; and • If you’re running late, accept the time delay. It’s better to get there late than never

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Central Interior Traffic Services conducted a traffic stop near Little Fort. One male was issued a 90 day immediate roadside driving prohibition and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days for operating a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol.

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• Impaired driving remains the leading cause of car crash fatalities; • On average 86 people die in crashes involving impaired driving; • 59 per cent of impaired related crashes happen on Friday, Saturday or Sunday; • 43 per cent of impaired related crashes take place between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m.; • 71 per cent of all impaired drivers in crashes are males; and • 16-25 year olds account for 31 per cent of impaired drivers in crashes even though they only represent 13 per cent of all drivers in B.C.

Stay safe

• Plan ahead for a safe ride; and • Take your turn as the designated driver.

For the first time in nearly two decades, the province is unlikely to mount an insect-spray program this year to protect forests in the Thompson region and other parts of the Southern Interior. The lack of a spray program is not due to budget cuts, but due to what an entomologist with the Ministry of Forests and Natural Resource Development called "a lull" in what otherwise has been a regular annual spray program aimed at pests including spruce budworm and tussock moth. The Ministry has completed fall sampling and aerial surveying for insects and evidence of damage. "It's kind of a lull year," said Lorraine Maclauchlan, an entomologist with the ministry based in Kamloops. "There's bark beetles and defoliators, but it's reminiscent of 1995 and '96." One year later, in 1997, marked the first year of a mountain pinebeetle explosion that killed an estimated 90 per cent of mature pine in

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Dog Days of Summer ensure the health of our forests Two of the forest companies logging in the upper North Thompson Valley, West Fraser and BC Timber Sales, will be affected in their local operations by new standards and rules recently announced by Sustainable Forest Initiative (SFI). SFI is the world's largest forestry standards organization by area. “The future of our forests depends on credible, transparent and audit able standards to enable sustainable resource use for today and generations to come. Our work starts with the SFI standards, but SFI is so much more – it’s a community that stands together for the health and future of forests,” said Kathy Abusow, president and CEO of SFI Inc. “SFI plays a central role in strengthening the vital link between healthy forests, responsible purchasing and sustainable communities.” The SFI standards are updated every five years to incorporate the latest scientific information and to respond to emerging issues. As part of this update, comments were received during two 60-day public comment periods and input was gathered from 12 public workshops across the United States and Canada. A major change to the structure of the SFI 2015-

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Evolution did not consider a Prius sitting in a parking lot in the sunshine. Once there is limited air circulation, panting becomes a much less effective means of cooling the body. As a result, the animal pants faster and with greater exertion. This increased effort raises the humidity in the air and makes panting even less capable of releasing excess heat. The end result being that the animal’s temperature rises at a much faster rate. Unless the condition is reversed in a very short time, organ damage starts to occur with alarming speed. Overheated muscle tissue begins to break down, releasing substances that can permanently damage the kidneys. Continued increase in body temperature will eventually cause a cascade of events leading to brain damage, seizures and death. Cooling an animal suffering from heat stroke is dangerous, too. Rapid cooling can result in shock, with often fatal consequences. Immediate medical attention for heat stroke involves treatment with intravenous fluids and medications to protect vital organs from further damage. The window of opportunity for successful treatment is very short and pets that do survive may suffer lasting consequences. If you must travel with your pet in warm weather, be prepared. Pack a cooler with ice or cold packs and water to make certain your pet drinks frequently and stays well-hydrated. If possible, travel early in the morning or in the evening hours. Should you have a breakdown or being delayed due to an accident or road construction, have towels on hand that can be soaked in cold water or wrapped around cool packs for your pet to lay or sit on. Consider taking an extra set of keys if you foresee having to leave your pet in the vehicle for even a short time so you can leave on the air conditioning . Always remember that vehicles can stop running for any number of reasons, so you still must check on your pet every few minutes. Finally, any pet left in a vehicle can be reported to RCMP and the SPCA—even if you have taken all precautions.

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Ski hill now open Left: Geoff Ellen and Sabine Cooperman get a lift from the T-bar as Clearwater Ski Hill opens for the season on Saturday, Jan. 10. Favorable snow conditions and new prices brought out nearly 300 people over the weekend. Right: Slade Streadwick has a big smile as lift attendant and ski club director Daryll Cairns gives him a hand with the handle-tow at the bunny hill. Photos by Keith McNeill

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September The award-winning North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo celebrated its 65th year. Clearwater town council voted not to fund the television rebroadcasting service past Dec. 31. A letter to area residents was to provide information about LTSS, a federal program for low cost satellite television. A slow pitch tournament raised over $2,800 to help the family of Valon Bonner, who had been born with a cleft lip and partially cleft palate. The money would be used to help cover the costs of going to Vancouver for surgery, said parents Corey Bonner and Megan Carter. A good-sized crowd turned out for the annual First Fish ceremony at Raft River. This was the 10th year

in a row the ceremony had been held in modern times. North Thompson Food Action Committee members Susan Garland, Ted Richardson and Cheryl Thomas received certificates of appreciation from Interior Health chair Norm Embry for their work on food security. Former Clearwater resident Frank Ritcey, now the WildsafeBC provincial coordinator, gave a talk at the Wells Gray Infocenter on using electric fencing to deter bears. A fire destroyed the Vavenby home of Charlotte West and her son. The pair had been away camping at the time. Blackpool resident Adam Johnson lost everything when a fire destroyed his trailer. Beautiful weather marked the annual Canoe Regatta at Dutch Lake. The event

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Sports Sno-cial planned for Candle Creek ski trails, Jan. 18 Times Staff Wells Gray Outdoors Club invites crosscountry skiers of all ages and all skill levels to the first annual Sno-cial, an afternoon of snow and socializing. The event will be held on Sunday, Jan. 18, at the Candle Creek cross-country ski trails. No trail fees will be assessed during the event. Activities will start at 1:30 p.m. with ski time. Participants should meet at the Candle Creek ski trails chalet. They can head out on the trails on their own, or join one of several ski “hosts” who will lead groups organized by level of fitness and skiing ability. There will be supervised children’s activities near the chalet. At 3 p.m. there will be an après ski. Participants are invited to go back to the chalet for appies, hot chocolate and more. They can chat with local experts, find a new ski buddy, get some waxing tips, or just sit and enjoy the warmth of the fire. It will be a chance for long-time members to re-connect, and for newer members (and “not yet” members) to get to know other skiers in the area. Car pooling is encouraged. Bring a friend and your favorite appetizer to share. For more information, call Charlotte Smith at 250-566-4433.

Ice Hawks place third in tourney Time Staff Clearwater hosted a successful threeday Midget hockey tournament this past weekend. The local Ice Hawks placed third, defeating Winfield in the B-event final. First place went to West Kelowna, which beat Prince George in the A. In the C-event, 100 Mile House defeated Fort St. John. “The tournament was quite physical,” reported Clearwater coach Tim Walker. “The boys are bruised and battered.” Clearwater tied game one against Winfield. “I felt we didn't play 100 per cent effort in that game until the last five minutes. I think the outcome would have been different had we tried harder for

Clearwater Ice Hawk #6 Julien Dewey pops the puck into the top right corner of the net during a game against Fort St. John on Saturday. Behind him #4 Justin Sutherland (hidden) holds off a defender. They were taking part in a three-day Midget hockey tournament at the Sportsplex. Photo by Keith McNeill

the full 60 minutes,” Walker said. In their second

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game the Ice Hawks beat Fort St. John 8-2. “Fort St. John was smaller and less skilled than the other teams,” the Clearwater coach commented. “It was a good game for our third line players to get more ice time and I think they did very well.” In game three Clearwater faced Prince George, which Walker felt was the strongest team, even though West Kelowna won the tournament. “We were able to play our game in the first period, outplayed them yet they came out ahead with two goals early in the game,” the Clearwater coach said. “After this we got into penalty trouble (which has been our big-

gest problem all year long) and they stretched their lead to 4-0.” In the second period Clearwater got back into the game and started a come back 5-3, but again got into penalties and the game slipped away. “We lost 7-3 and with that loss could not qualify for the first place finals,” Walker said. Clearwater's final game was against Winfield again for third place. “We played well for 60 minutes and beat them 5-3 to take the third place trophy,” Walker said. Ken Kjenstad, who is in charge of Clearwater's referee program this year, expressed his appreciation to all those who volunteered, including the 50/50

sellers, scorekeepers, and raffle table volunteers. Kjenstad gave special thanks to the six referees who officiated during the weekend: Roger Mayer, Kelvin Arndt, Sheldon Musselman, Ole Kjenstad, Orlynn Braaten and Russell Dana. “All were complimented on the quality of their work by coaches and spectators,” he said. “Clearwater Minor Hockey was complimented on our tournament quality and the condition and cleanliness of our Sportsplex and concession,” Kjenstad added. Clearwater Ice Hawks will host the Midget Tier 4 Provincial championship the week of March 15.

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Great grandmother celebrates birthday in Vavenby Robyn Rexin Vavenby resident Marie Visser, affectionately known as Oma (grandma in Dutch) celebrated her 87th birthday on Friday, Jan. 9. Daughter Mary Vollans organized the party, then was unable to come as a family member had an emergency in Kamloops. There was a beautiful birthday cake provided by Vollans as well as a delicious cold soup called pluma moos – thick and made of plums and other fruits. Everyone had a good time eating and visiting with each other. Oma's great grandchild, 10-year-old Keziah Vollans, did a school project about her Oma's and Opa's journey to Canada. She found out that 28-year-old Marie (Oma) and Adrianus (Opa) got married on May on May 24, 1956. The very next day they boarded the ship SS Ryndam in Rotterdam. There were 97 passengers on board. They brought one suitcase for their clothes. The only

English they knew was, "Yes" and "No." After 16 days the Vissers arrived at Pier 21 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. They then travelled by train to Grand Forks, B.C. That trip took five days. When the Vissers arrived in Grand Forks, friends had found a job for Opa on a seed farm. The friends also had a house for them to rent. When asked by her great grandchild if Oma had been scared on her journey Oma replied, "Nope. Oh no, it was fun." Marie told friends later that it was an adventure that she never regretted. Next the Vissers moved from Grand Forks to Armstrong. Oma moved to Vavenby 24 years ago to be closer to her daughter Mary Vollans. She joined the Vavenby Christian Church when she arrived and has been a member ever since. Winter has returned With this heavy snowfall, many thanks need to go out to those who have been going

Photo shows Adrianus and Marie Visser on their wedding day in 1956 in Holland. Photo submitted

around town to plow and/or shovel out driveways. Due to the low temperatures we had the outdoor rink is usable. Many thanks also need to go out to all those who volunteered their time when they went to the rink on Jan. 7 and shovelled and scraped the snow off of the ice. George Mattenley generously donated his snowblower to help. When there is snow on the rink it would be greatly appreci-

Some of the guests at Marie Visser's birthday party pose for a photograph. Picture are (back, l-r) June Moilliet, Suzanne Ellis, (front, l-r) Valerie Gerber, Visser and Hilda Reimer. Photo by Robyn Rexin

ated if people volunteered their time to shovel and scrape it off. Shovelling and flooding the rink is all volunteer time. If there are any questions or concerns about the rink, phone Kevin Sheffield at 250-676-0078.

Games nights at the hall Crib and darts have started again. Crib is held on Tuesdays and darts on Thursdays, both at 7 p.m. sharp. The cost is $3 a night. Both are held at Vavenby Community Hall.

No natural gas pipeline conversion to oil, B.C. vows By Tom Fletcher, Black Press The B.C. government has adopted a regulation to prevent natural gas pipelines from being converted to carry oil to the North Coast. Natural Gas Development Minister Rich Coleman announced the regulation Tuesday, covering six pipelines proposed to link to liquefied natural gas export facilities in the Prince Rupert, Kitimat and Squamish areas. He said other pipelines could be added if necessary. The move comes after the Energy East proposal to switch a gas pipeline to carry oil from Alberta to refineries in Quebec and New Brunswick. Chief Barry Nikal of the Moricetown Indian Band endorsed the new regulation, but other aboriginal leaders and the NDP aren't satisfied with a cabinet order that could be quickly changed. Stikine MLA Doug Donaldson says Coleman first promised legislation to prevent oil sands crude from being carried in pipelines built for gas at a public

Doug Donaldson, NDP MLA for Stikine, says regulation is not enough, and the government promised legislation. Black Press file photo

meeting in Moricetown in April 2014. In November, Donaldson presented his own private member's bill to have the legislature endorse the move, after Coleman said he would use regulation instead. "We do not want to see this used as an end run by Enbridge Northern Gateway to be using any proposed natural gas pipelines to transmit diluted bitumen from the Alberta tar sands to the North Coast," Donaldson said. He was supported by Wet'suwet'en hereditary chief John Ridsdale, who visited the B.C. legislature before joining anti-oil pipeline protesters on Burnaby Mountain. "The proposed routes are actually all in our major spawning beds," Ridsdale said. "And you've

got to realize that the water that comes from Wet'suwet'en territory also goes to the Fraser River and to the Skeena

River. So what we're doing is protecting everything on behalf of British Columbians." Ridsdale is the highest ranking member of the Tsayu Clan, one of five clans and 38 house territories of the Wet'suwet'en. The

Tsayu have rejected both oil and gas pipelines crossing their territory, and another house, the Unist'ot'en, has built a settlement with the help of outside environmentalists in an effort to block any pipeline development. The regulation prevents the "automatic conversion" of pipelines, Aboriginal Relations Minister John Rustad said in a statement. It covers

the following proposed projects: • Coastal GasLink, to supply the Shell-led LNG Canada project at Bish Cove near Kitimat • Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Project, to supply PETRONASled Pacific Northwest LNG at Lelu Island • Pacific Trail Pipelines Project, to supply Chevron-led Kitimat LNG • Pacific Northern

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Clearwater Christian Church

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3083 Capostinsky Rd. • Service 11 a.m. Sunday Morning Celebration Services Ian Moilliet Pastor 250-676-9574 Non Denominational

St James Catholic Church Sunday Service Mass 11am - 12pm 324 Clearwater Village Road 250-819-5579

Gas Looping Project, to supply Douglas Channel LNG, a Texas private proposal for Kitimat • Eagle Mountain Woodfibre Gas Project, an expansion of an existing gas line to a former pulp mill site near Squamish • West Coast Connector, to supply Prince Rupert LNG, led by BG Group, which has delayed its decision to proceed.

Clearwater Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor John Masigan Saturday Service - 10am Clearwater Christian Church Ph. 250-674-3468

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October Kamloops residents Roland and Anne Neave donated 160 acres in Upper Clearwater to TRU for the Wells Gray Wilderness Centre. Approximately onethird of the property is wetland. Nearly 30 healthcare workers from regional hospitals, including doctors, nurses and paramedics, took part in a two-day CARE (comprehensive approach to rural emergencies) course at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital. Carol Schaffer announced that she intended to challenge incumbent Tim Pennell to be TNRD

Les Sakals and Kevin Deckert receive certificates of appreciation in October for 30 years of volunteer service with Wells Gray Search and Rescue. Times file photo

director for Wells Gray Country (Area A). Both were from Vavenby. Consultants work-

ing for District of Clearwater proposed a 200-seat amphitheatre overlooking Dutch Lake as part of

their plans for Dutch Lake beach/Bampton Recreation Area. “Little Moccasins”, a film by Clearwater’s Ken Matheson, made it to the short list of seven finalists at the Canberra Short Film Festival. The film was about a First Nations residential school near Calgary. Upper Clearwater got a new riding ring and a new roof on its community hall. Candidates seeking local government seats included incumbent Thompson Headwaters (Area B) TNRD director Willow MacDonald, who was being challenged by former director Max Lentz. Two new challengers, Dennis Greffard and Melanie Harwood, were seeking seats at

the Clearwater town council table. The TNRD board approved $20,000 from federal Gas Tax funding to pay for upgrades to Vavenby Community Hall. The project also had $54,000 from Vavenby’s share of property taxes collected by District of Clearwater on the industrial land in the community. Clearwater town council issued a development permit for a credit union building to be built as part of the new shopping center being developed by Buy-Low Foods. Permits for the BuyLow store then under construction plus a second building, which was to contain a Pharmasave, had been issued earlier.

Clearwater town council gave the contract to develop a biomass heating system for the new Dutch Lake Community Centre to Fink Machines of Enderby. Cost of the project was put at $166,000. A group calling itself Secwepemc Tska7 Warriors claimed responsibility for lighting a fire on a bridge on the road to a proposed leadzinc mine at Ruddock Creek. The bridge was near Tum Tum Lake, about 15 km northeast of Avola. Crews were at work installing drainage works between Wells Gray Inn and Highway 5. Clearwater employees of Interior Savings Credit Union were at work developing a trail

behind Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital as part of Day of Difference. Raft River Elementary School students took part in an official opening of the Courtney and Skye Buck Memorial Playground at the school. “This playground is a reflection of two people we lost,” said Sabine Cooperman, president of the school’s PAC. KamloopsThompson-Cariboo M.P. Cathy McLeod and Senator Nancy Greene Raine of Sun Peaks were safe after a gunman invaded the Centre Block of the Parliament Buildings in Ottawa. One soldier and the gunman were killed. Continued next week

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Thought of the week You always have two choices: your commitment versus your fear.

Sammy Davis, Jr.

Season’s Greetings The Thompson Rivers University Regional joint brochure will be in your mailbox over the Christmas holidays Watch for it!!!! If you do not receive a copy please call 250-674-3530 or email sarduini@tru.ca to request one, or stop by the Dutch Lake Community Centre to pick one up.

Youth Gymnastic begins right after the New Year, phone and register your child to secure a spot in the program.

UPCOMING COURSES Foodsafe Level 1 Dec 16 & 17

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Jan. 17: Legion Meat Draw 3pm, bar opens 1pm, 257 Glen Road. Jan. 18: SNO-CIAL - WG Outdoor club, snow & socializing for X-country skiers all ages, all skills, 1:30pm, Candle Creek XCountry Ski Trails. No trail fees. Call Charlotte @250-566-4433 Jan. 19 – 24: Clearwater Hockey Days, NT Sportsplex Jan. 23-24: Mens Skins, NT Sportsplex. Registration contact Melody 250-674-8009 or sports@docbc.ca Jan. 24: Legion Dinner & Music night, 257 Glen Rd. 5pm – 8pm. Jan. 25: Ice Fishing Derby, Dutch Lake, sponsored by Clearwater Rotary Club. Info 250-674-2795 Jan. 30: Winter Festival event, public skating – Skate with Disney, 4:45 – 6 pm, NT Sportsplex Jan. 30: Figure Skating Exhibition, 7 pm, NT Sportsplex Jan. 30: Public Skating w/Disney, 4:30 – 6:45 pm, NT Sportsplex.

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Jan. 30-31: Love Where You Live Bonspiel, NT Sportsplex. Registration Melody 250-674-8009 or sports@docbc.ca Jan. 31 – Feb. 1: Ski for a Toonie, Clearwater Ski Hill, $5 ski rental avail. Weather permitting conditions. Concession Jan. 31 – Feb. 1: Winter Festival event, skiing @ Clearwater Ski Hill. Jan. 31-Feb 1: Novice Hockey Tournament, NT Sportsplex Feb. 1: Moonlight Cross Country Skiing, 4:30 at Candle Creek Ski Trails, fireside snacks - no charge, info Hazel 250-674-1674 Feb. 4: Open House at Clearwater Drop-in Centre, 12 noon. All seniors welcome. Light lunch included. Info Eileen 250-674-2400 Feb 7: Birchleg XC Ski Event at Candle Creek Ski Trails. Registration 9am - 10am. 674-3444. Feb. 20 – 22: Ladies Curling Bonspiel. Reg. 250-674-3768 or wgcurl@gmail.com

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ONGOING EVENTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Tuesday Morning Coffee (TMC): Meets 10am – 11:30 @ Clearwater Community Baptist Church. All women and children welcome. (9:30-10 am Bible Study). Info 250-674-3624 • Women in Business Luncheon: Last Wed. of the mth at Wells Gray Inn, 12–2 pm. Preregister at 250-674-2700 • 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 - 2nd & 4th Wed. Elks Hall 5pm, Info call Phyllis 250-674-3535 • Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm. • Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm. • Upstream Community and Heritage Society open house Tuesdays: 9am-9pm @ Avola School House, various activities. Info ph Fay 250-678-5302. 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 250-674-3530 • NT BC Home Schoolers: Meets Fri. afternoons. Call Leanna 250-674-0057 for details 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 - Wed. 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 250-674-0224 • Clearwater & District Hospice 3rd Mon. Sept-Jun 10am Legion 778-208-0137. RECREATION • 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. 250-676-9414 • 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. • Youth Group: ages 12-18, Sat. 7-10 pm Dutch Lake Community Center, info 250-674-2600 • Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 250-674-2468 annie. pomme@hotmail.com • Core Strength Fitness. Tuesdays. 10-11am 250-674-0001 • 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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Public Works Superintendent ADVENTURE STARTS HERE! The District requires a dynamic leader to join their management team as Public Works Superintendent. The Public Works Superintendent exercises a high degree of initiative, and judgment; and is responsible for the water distribution system; sanitary sewer, facilities, maintenance of roads, community parks and cemetery. The individual must be enthusiastic and highly motivated with the ability to work in a challenging, fast paced organizational environment. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Superintendent will provide support to the management team in strategic planning, departmental budgeting, and monitoring, risk management, and will advise the Chief Administrative Officer on all matters pertaining to the department. The successful candidate will have proven leadership and organizational skills, and will maintain effective working relationships with staff, citizens, businesses, regional and neighbouring local governments, and other agencies and organizations. The preferred candidate will have a diploma or certificate in Civil Engineering, however those possessing a combination of similar training and experience will be considered. In addition experience at the middle management level is required; certification under the BCWWA, and Project Management are a definite asset. The District offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, a supportive work environment and supports continued career and professional development. Qualified applicants are invited to send their resumes including references and covering letter by 4:00 p.m. on January 23rd, 2015 ATTN: Leslie Groulx, Chief Administrative Officer, District of Clearwater Box 157, 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0, Fax: 250-674-2173, Email: lgroulx@docbc.ca

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Observing critters (or trying to) doing critter things in the wild The first time I saw evidence of the way mouse-size critters travel beneath the snow was in Kaslo in late winter. Petite tunnels, now roofless, wove their way thither and yon in a patch of melting snow beside the trail. Several years later and near Clearwater, the view showed a length of arched snow, pushed upwards by wee animals scurrying along beneath the surface, in their efforts to avoid being some predator’s lunch. Experience number three occurred in the lane behind our place this past December when a perfectly round small hole in the snow beside my boot caught my eye. I stopped and discovered another just a couple of metres away. Linking the two was a lacy trail made by miniscule footprints. Now I want to see some of these critters on the move. Two different experiences occurred when my husband John and I were in

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the Cariboo over Christmas and travelling along the Likely Road to visit friends at Big Lake. The day was clear and sunny; the road graded wide and smooth. Driving east along a straight stretch, I noticed an isolated, round, white blob ahead of us and wondered how that lump of snow could have been left there by the plow. However, having been warned on previous occasions by above-mentioned husband to avoid hitting such debris because of the possibility of rocks within, I steered past it. This was good because,

as we approached, the snowball moved, grew legs, and hopped off towards the edge of the road. It was small, compact and bunny-like, not lanky like a snowshoe hare, so maybe only a youngster. We hoped it would avoid sun-tanning on roads in future; perhaps this White Rabbit thought that, like Alice, we should have followed it into Wonderland. The return trip that day had another treat in store for us. Two animals crossed the road well ahead of us, but we didn’t expect they would wait to show themselves. This was indeed our lucky day. Two lynx ran upwards through the snow to the top of the ridge beside us and disappeared, but only briefly. The one closest to us lifted its tabby face and tufted ears to stare fixedly at us. It hid briefly a couple more times, but catcuriosity won out and it raised its head again to see if we were still there before

becoming invisible. We edged the car forward looking for the other one – and it was watching us too. However, it was much harder to spot as its chosen hiding spot was in some spindly saplings, an almost perfect camouflage. Thrilled by these sightings, but with John bewailing the lack of a camera, we remembered back to an earlier occasion when we were travelling along Dunn Lake Road as daylight faded, a friend with us. A lynx had run across the road in front of us into the low brush lining the road. Within seconds we stopped beside its exit spot – but saw only unmoving brush. We could feel

its presence, but three pairs of eyes never caught a glimpse of that elusive animal. While travelling the Alaska Highway in September, a comparable situation had occurred when a lady moose crossed the road well ahead of us. I caught sight of her again down a rough side road and followed it. This time, only one of us was fortunate enough to see her head just visible above the bushes where she had stopped and turned to observe us. But she swung away into the trees before John caught a glimpse. What are these animals thinking as they stare at curious humans, anyway?

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ICBC warning drivers and pedestrians to be vigilant in dark, wet weather Every year in December, on average, 269 pedestrians are injured and seven pedestrians are killed in B.C. Recent pedestrian incidents across the province serve as a strong reminder that in these dark weather conditions and with the rainfall we’re experiencing, drivers need to use extra caution – especially in intersections – to help keep pedestrians safe. In B.C., on average, 75 per cent of crashes involving pedestrians happen at intersections. Tips: Drivers – • Focus on the road, and stay off your phone or any other hand-held electronic devices while you’re driving. • Be ready to yield to pedestrians – espe-

cially when turning in intersections and near transit stops. • When turning left or right, look twice to make sure there are no pedestrians crossing. • Give yourself extra time and space to stop as pedestrians are harder to see in fall and winter when conditions are poor. Pedestrians • Be extra cautious at intersections. Watch for vehicles turning left or right through the crosswalk. Drivers attention may be focused on oncoming traffic so they may not be looking for or see pedestrians in the crosswalk. • Always cross at designated crosswalks – never mid-block. Follow pedestrian signs and traffic signals and never cross once the signal has turned yellow or red. • Before stepping off the curb, look left

and right for oncoming vehicles. Then look left and right again for vehicles that may be turning onto the roadway from beside or behind you. Make sure that vehicles in all lanes are fully stopped before crossing. • Look. Always make eye contact with drivers. Never assume that a driver has seen you. • Listen. Focus your full attention on what’s happening around you. Drivers may not always stop or obey traffic signals. Remove your headphones and never talk, text or use electronic devices in an intersection or while crossing. • Be seen. Wear reflective clothing or use reflective gear to make it easier for drivers to see you. This is especially important in wet weather and in low light or dark conditions when drivers may not be able to see you.

Support forest industry progress OTTAWA/ CNW/ - The Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is urging the federal government to support further transformation of the forest products industry by engaging universities and colleges in the sector's research needs. FPAC appeared during recent prebudget consultations by the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance to ask for a dedicated fund of $60 million over five years to accelerate university and college research and development (R&D) to advance the innovation priorities

of the forest sector. "The forest products industry has already been benefitting from the creativity of academic talent and resources in this country," says the president and CEO of FPAC, David Lindsay. "Now we need to build on the momentum and further strengthen this vital component of our innovation system." FPAC is also looking for more resourcing for commercialization critical for innovation delivery and is asking for the government to direct all unused capital from Sustainable Development

Technology Canada's $500 million NextGen BioFuels Fund to a bio-refinery fund for bio-energy, bio-chemical and bio-material developments. "The Canadian forest sector is now successfully diversifying its products and in on the cusp of many more discoveries, but we need all partners including government to collaborate to this end," says Lindsay. "Research and development as well as commercialization of innovation based on renewable wood fibre will spur further economic growth and jobs, especially in rural Canada."

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IN LOVING MEMORY

Ralph Henry Treseng

October 3, 1956 - January 6, 2015 It is with sadness that we announce that Ralph passed away January 6, 2015 after his very brave seven year battle with cancer. Ralph was predeceased by his mother Betty (nee Colter), father Thomas Treseng, brothers Wally and Roy (Butch), sister-in-law Lori and his niece Tammy. Ralph is survived by his sisters Yvonne Redman (Gary Lillies), Bernice (Len) Hoy, Beatrice (Hugh) Hansen, Helen (Brian) McLaren, brothers Norman (Val Jeck) and Michael (Debby Carr), sister-in-laws Darlene (Butch) and Tena (Wally), his special friend/adopted brother Mel Hoy, girlfriend Kerri Blain and numerous nieces, nephews and close friends. Ralph was born October 3, 1956, raised in Birch Island and graduated from Clearwater Secondary School in 1975. He

years single on the road between Clearwater, Prince George and Calgary until returning back to Clearwater where he drove a logging truck for six years for his brother Butch. Ralph was very active in sports and especially outstanding at Fastball and Wolley-ball. He was involved with these sports organizations acting as Presidents of both. He found time to enjoy horses and dogs, camping, ocean fishing and enjoyed time with friends and family, especially at Christmas and gatherings. The family would like to thank all the medical staff and doctors for the exceptional care Ralph received over the years he battled with cancer. At Ralph’s request, there will not be a service. He wanted us all to remember the good times. We will all miss you Ralph.

went to work for a local mill until joining Canadian National Telecommunications and traveled to various points in Canada until he met and married Debbie Hogg in July of 1985. He then moved in 1987 to Parksville BC where Ralph began a new career as a landscaper/equipment operator until 1998, then spent two

IN LOVING MEMORY

Deborah Lee Parkinson July 24, 1960 - December 20, 2014 Deborah Lee Parkinson was born on July 24, 1960 in Enderby B.C., later resided in Avola B.C. and passed away on December 20, 2014 at the age of 54 years. It is with immense sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved daughter, sister, mother, aunt and wife. Survived by her mother, Joanne Katherine Parkinson, also husband, Albert Charbonneau, children Thomas and Tiffany Meier, as well as stepdaughters Nancy and Marianne Charbonneau, stepson Andre(Melissa) Charbonneau, grandchildren Tristan Ryder, Blade White, Noah Charbonneau, Cecelia and Simone Charbonneau, sisters

Katherine(Robert) Allaire and Tammy(Gregg) Gillies. She also leaves to remember her several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins some of whom were very close to her. Predeceased by her father Thomas Keith Parkinson, brother Robert Allan Parkinson, grandparents Walter and Dorothy Parkinson and Ivor and Kate Benson. Deborah was born in Enderby and raised in Armstrong on a dairy farm where she spent much of her childhood. The family summers were spent on Shuswap Lake waterskiing, surrounded by family and friends. Deborah had a real passion for cooking whether with family or at a place of work,

into lives of all who knew her. We wish to thank Royal Inland Hospital doctors and staff as well as victim services an emergency response personal for all that you did.

as well as hair cutting. For those closest to her, Deborah had two beautiful children whom gave her a great sense of fulfilment in her life as well as grandchildren to which she adored greatly. This remarkable lady, Deborah Parkinson will always and forever be remembered for being a very loving individual who filled our lives with love, laughter, joy and pride. She was the kind person who brought sunshine and happiness

A special star shines in the heavens, to remind us of our very dear Deborah. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Kamloops Funeral Home, 285 Fortune Dive, Kamloops, BC. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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