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Martin Gentles leaves the Williams Lake Courthouse Tuesday under the watchful eyes of sheriffs and members of the RCMP. Gentles was acquitted of impaired driving causing the death of Rayel MacDonald and causing bodily harm to Alysha Mullett, and dangerous driving causing death and bodily harm. He was found guilty of impaired driving and failing to stop at the scene of an accident. Sentencing on those two counts has been put over until a later date. More than 75 friends and family of the girls, many holding hands and crying, were in the courtroom for the verdict.
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Design flaw responsible for tailings breach, report states Monica Lamb-Yorski Staff Writer The Mount Polley Mine disaster was due to a design flaw and a steeper than originally intended perimeter embankment, according to an independent investigation panel appointed by the provincial government. On Friday the threemember panel released its findings and said the dam’s foundation design never took into account a glacio-lacustrine (GLU) layer underneath the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF). “The weight of the dam was too much for the weak materials in the foundation to bear,” panel member Steven Virk said, explaining that the GLU went undetected because the original drilling and subsurface investigations were not designed to detect those kinds of
small features. “The design didn’t appreciate how important they were to the stability of the structure and particularly the change of behaviour that occurred as the dam was heightened and reached a certain elevation,” Virk said. Panel chair Norbert Morgenstern said constructing unknowingly on the GLU deposit constituted creating a loaded gun and building the steep 1.3 metre to one metre slope embankment pulled the trigger. “The two things constituted the root cause of the failure,” he said. After it was appointed in Aug. 18 the panel gathered information from hundreds of design, construction and inspection documents which Virk said became like a cockpit voice recorder. “We could look at
dealt with it by adding a buttress,” he said. “Down below in the perimeter embankment where the breach occurred that was different story.” In its investigation the panel found no evidence
of failure due to human intervention, such as sabotage, overtopping, or piping and/or cracking resulting in internal erosion. It also indicated that the water accumulation within the TSF was not a cause of failure, however Virk said because of the 10 million cubic metres of water that was present more tailings were released once the breach occurred. “What we often see in these kinds of failures is a mud flow and tailings come out in a liquefied state. That didn’t happen here. The tailings came out by erosion.” On Friday Imperial Metals said it agreed with the panel’s findings that the tailings storage facility failed because the GLU laying eight metres below the base of the dam in the area of the breach was not as strong as had been assumed in original design
of the TSF. “Had the GLU beneath the TSF been as strong as assumed by design criteria, the “sudden and unanticipated” failure would not have occurred,” the company said. Cariboo-area politicians who gathered at the Pioneer Complex Friday to hear the report reacted afterwards with a mix of relief and uncertainty. “We can hopefully put some closure to the issue,” Cariboo Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett said. “August 4 was a devastating day, and something none of us wants to see again.” Barnett said the expertise of the panel and the explanation that was given in laymen’s terms and the depth of the investigation was very well done.
add up?” David told the Tribune. “How do you get convicted of impaired driving but you’re not held responsible for what you’ve done?” During the decision, Truscott also said there was not enough evidence to suggest Gentles should have been aware that MacDonald and Mullett were going to proceed into the southbound lane with any sufficient time for him to have avoided the collision at 2:15 a.m. on April 22, 2012. “It appears from all the evidence that these two girls unfortunately walked into the path of Mr. Gentles’ vehicle when it was almost upon them,” Truscott said,
earlier noting that evidence given at the trial documented an 11-metre skid mark made by Gentles’ vehicle before the collision. Gentles was, however, found guilty of fleeing the scene. “His mode of driving described by Staff Sgt. Brissard and Const. MacKinnon as he left the scene of fishtailing and careening around corners and proceeding through stop signs without stopping convinces me beyond a reasonable doubt that he left the scene of the collision to avoid criminal or civil liability without stopping to render assistance,” Truscott said. Sentencing was
deferred as defence counsel Ken Walker requested a presentencing report on Gentles, which could take six to eight weeks. Walker also said he’d be making an application for delay, which Truscott acknowledged. “If I find there’s been delay in the law, then there won’t be any sentencing,” Truscott said. MacDonald grew up on a farm in Big Lake, graduated from Williams Lake Secondary and was a second year nursing student at the time of her death. A bench in her honour was installed near the site of the collision in April 2013.
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Independent Investigation Panel member Dirk van Zyl in Williams Lake Friday. the decisions that were made, understand how they were made, and the reasoning behind them. This was the second part of our investigation that was important to us.” At about elevation
951 metres, the mine ran short of rock fill and decided to steepen the slope rather than build it the way it was supposed to be built, he said. “They knew there was weak material in the main dam and they
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Family devastated with outcome of trial Continued From Page A1 Thirty-year-old Gentles sat quietly in the prisoner’s box, just as he had throughout the entirety of the three-week trial held in November and December. As court was adjourned, Truscott told media that neither he nor Gentles would be providing comment. Rayel’s parents, David and Andrea MacDonald were on hand for the decision and later told the Tribune they were devastated with the outcome and ready to talk about it. “We’ve been quiet long enough,” Andrea said. “It’s felt like there was a chess game on and it was
Rayel MacDonald’s mom, Andrea MacDonald our lives.” Andrea said the family feels as if they have been victimized
all over again through the court system and don’t know what to do next.
“You just think, ‘what’s the use?’” she said. “The justice system is so broken that good people are destroyed by it.” Truscott did rule beyond a reasonable doubt that Gentles was impaired by alcohol as he drove down Carson Drive toward the collision, but said the law required him to find that it was the effect of his impairment on Gentles’ driving that caused death and bodily harm. Because of the “limited evidence” at the trial of how the collision occurred, Truscott said he was unable to rule that Gentles’ impaired condition caused the collision. “How does that
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RCMP still searching for 7-Eleven robbery suspect The RCMP are looking for a suspect after a robbery at 7-Eleven Monday morning, Jan. 26, in Williams Lake. At 5:30 a.m., the RCMP were notified of the robbery. When officers attended the scene, they were told by employees that a male entered the store wearing blue jeans, gloves, a black hooded sweatshirt with a white design on the middle left side and a white goalie mask. The suspect was waving a machete
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Public hearings are for all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws. The public hearings are to be held by a delegate of the Cariboo Regional District Board. A copy of the CRD resolution is available for public inspection. Written submissions regarding the proposed bylaw will also be received. These submissions may be submitted at the public hearing or should be received in the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 2A4, (fax number 392-2812) fortyeight hours prior to the hearing. No further information or representations can be considered by the CRD Board after the public hearing. All verbal and written submissions will become the public record. The bylaw and an information package may be inspected on our website or at the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from February 4, 2015 to February 13, 2015 inclusive (excepting public holidays). Telephone inquiries should be directed to the Planning Department of the CRD at 1-800-665-1636. Karen Moores, RPP, P.Ag. Manager of Development Services
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Effective February 10, 2015, I, Don Brown of Don Brown & Son Plumbing & Heating Inc. am retiring from the company. At this time I would like to thank the people of Williams Lake and surrounding areas including the Chilcotin for their years of support. It has been a pleasure working for you. I moved to Williams Lake in 1984 and worked for Burgess Plumbing & Heating until the fall of 1997. I left Burgess to start my own company in 1997 and added my son, Jim, as a partner to the business in 1999. The business will continue to be a part of this community and run by my son Jim Brown and his capable staff. Again I thank you for your support. Sincerely, Don Brown
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Continued From Page A3 Cariboo Regional District Chair Al Richmond said it is very fortunate no one was hurt or killed. “We have the opportunity to hope they implement the changes the mining minister is saying the panel has recommended and move forward with the importance of the mine in the area to see if at all possible it can begin again,” Richmond said. “We certainly know now that the use of that tailings storage facility is some time off.” Richmond said the report’s recommendations will benefit the Cariboo because additional work will have to be done on tailings storage facilities. “I am glad they have set some tight timelines on that,” he said. “We have to make them safer and rebuild public confidence in mining.” Agreeing it was good that the CRD
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Mayor Walt Cobb and CRD Chair Al Richmond listen to the panel presentation broadcast in Williams Lake. film of the breach unfolding proved helpful to the investigators, Richmond was quick to credit the CRD emergency response team who worked with the RCMP and provincial government and made a decision to get in the air to
see what was happening that day. “It was a team thing of everyone pulling together,” Richmond said. Mayor Walt Cobb described the findings as both good and bad news. “The good news is that nobody really did
anything wrong, it’s one of those things that happened, but the bad news is we still have uncertainty and don’t know when we’re going to be able to get the mine open,” Cobb said. “Hopefully they will get the startup permit in place and be
able to use the Springer Pit for putting the tailings in right now.” Mines will have to ensure they do a better job designing tailings impoundments than what they did for Mount Polley Mine, said United Steelworkers Union president Paul French. It’s a wakeup call for new mines and for mines all over the world to have a look at their facilities, French said. “The only positive thing I can say from the union’s point of view is that at least the people out there are still working to try and get the cleanup done and the employment level is still high.” The bad thing is people are still unsure of the status of Quesnel Lake and Hazeltine Creek and the longterm impacts of the disaster, he added.
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he Independent Expert Engineering Investigation and Review Panel’s report on Mount Polley Mine’s tailing pond breach has received mixed reviews. Reports by the Chief Mines Inspector and the Conservation Office Service are still to come, along with many unofficial reports by outside experts. Let’s hope at some point they will all be put together and all questions will be answered. What jumped out at me is the panel ‘s concern over “business as usual.” Panel French member Steven Connection Vick, a geotechniDiana French cal engineer, is reported in the Tyee as saying: “We can’t continue to use technology that’s fundamentally 100 years old.” He also said mine planning decisions tend to be based on economics before safety is considered, and that should be reversed. Well, hello. Too bad we had to have a disaster before that was noted. Speaking as one who has been accused (but not found guilty) of being “against” mining, I was glad to hear the experts say there needs to be safer ways to mine. It’s easy to pooh pooh naysayers (moi) who believe it’s better to be safe than sorry, but doesn’t it make economic sense to spend money up front rather than have huge costs when things go wrong? The panel notes that estimates for conventional tailings dams don’t include risk costs should there be a failure. The Mount Polley cleanup is expected to cost around $200 million. The panelists said failures are not acceptable. The Mount Polley failure is right in our faces, here and now, it’s hard to ignore. The consequences of any failures in fracking, Site C, pipelines, whatever, might not be known for years. If the provincial government heeds the panel’s recommendation that the “best available technologies” be adopted, and applies it to all resource development (an ounce of prevention?) maybe a few future failures can be avoided. *** From all reports, Williams Lake’s first annual Winter Carnival was a big success. Congratulations to the founders and the supporters. Well Done. Diana French is a freelance columnist for the Tribune. She is a former Tribune editor, retired teacher, historian, and book author.
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Williams Lake RCMP Sgt. Mike Hacker and Const. J.D. McKinnon make their presence known outside the Williams Lake courthouse Tuesday morning following the high profile trial of Martin Gentles. Supreme Court Justice John D. Truscott acquitted Gentles of charges of impaired driving and dangerous driving causing death and bodily harm, however, he did find him guilty of impaired driving and leaving the scene of an accident. Friends and family of Rayel MacDonald and Alysha Mullett were devastated by the decision.
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Innocence lost Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2015 marked a very difficult and emotional day for many members of our community. Supreme Court Justice John D. Truscott rendered his long-awaited decision in the Martin Gentles trial in BC Supreme Court. Gentles was the driver of a truck travelling at about 2:15 a.m. on April 22, 2012 down Carson Drive which collided with TRU nursing students Rayel MacDonald, then 20, and Alysha Mullett, then 19, shortly after the girls left the Indoor Rodeo Barn Dance. No one can deny the tragedy that unfolded on our streets that night. A young life full of innocence and promise was lost when Rayel died. Alysha’s life was also changed forever when she suffered life threatening injuries due to the collision. Gentles himself is now just 30 years old and will carry the burden of the accident on his shoulders for the rest of his life. The tragedy unfolded before dozens of
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young bystanders and forever changed the lives of everyone involved. Now we are left to pick up the pieces. But as Rayel’s mom said following the verdict, where do we go from here? Truscott found Gentles guilty of impaired driving and failing to stop at the scene of an accident. He said in the courtroom he believed beyond a reasonable doubt that Gentles was trying to evade police and ultimately responsibility. He did not, however, find him guilty of the more serious charges of impaired driving causing death and bodily harm nor of dangerous driving causing death and bodily harm. Although some may not agree with the outcome, the judge has made his decision. We must now move forward. We must go on, but the past will always remain. Let the candle burn forever in the memory of Rayel. - Williams Lake Tribune
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21st century democracy Editor: I take exception to a letter written by Doug Wilson (Jan. 7, Williams Lake Tribune) titled “Demographics don’t lend to democracy.” He quotes a statistic from 2011 which is totally inaccurate, which says that First Nations people make up 4.3 per cent of Canada’s population. What he probably doesn’t know, is that the important “demographic” is that the population of First Nations people is growing at triple the rate of any other ethnic group in Canada. Doug doesn’t think it is right that this “4.3 per cent” should “dictate terms” regarding economic development. Welcome to the 21st century Mr. Wilson. As the original inhabitants of North America, they have seen their culture destroyed by the settlers who came to this continent.
Now, after centuries of this they are being recognized as caretakers of the land, and treaties are being signed. It is about time for this acknowledgement. Mr. Wilson says that: “It hardly seems like a democratic situation in a developing country like Canada.” Actually, Doug, Canada is considered to be a developed country. We have roads, hospitals, schools, utilities and infrastructure. We send aid to “developing” countries, like those in Africa. Our economy is not 100 per cent resource based. There is also revenue from tourism and manufacturing. And as for what is, or is not democratic, consider the Federal Conservatives and Stephen Harper. Harper muzzled scientists from Environment Canada who reported the contamination of the Athabasca River by the toxic tailings from the Tar Sands, and gave the Petroleum Industry the green
light to increase production and transportation of the crude bitumen. That’s undemocratic. Mr. Wilson goes on to list the sources of Government’s revenue, personal income tax, corporate tax, etc. This may be accurate, but he ends his letter with a totally ridiculous statement: “At this point there is no record of aboriginal contribution to Canada’s income stream.” I asked a friend of mine, who is Tsilhqot’in and who works at Gibraltar Mines, if he paid taxes. “Of course First Nation people pay taxes, government wants their cut,” he replied. “Any person working off the reserve pays taxes. Only if you work on the reserve you don’t pay taxes, but there’s not much work there.” You should check your facts, Mr. Wilson. Michael Atwood Williams Lake
Bank line wait turns ignorant Editor: A few days ago I was waiting in line at the bank, watching the captioned newscast on the TV they have hanging over the lineup. It was showing one of the many conflicts in the Middle East, I don’t remember which one. Suddenly the woman ahead of me, who appeared to be an ordinary, bleach-blonde suburban housewife type, turned to me and said, “They should just drop an atomic bomb on the whole lot of them.” I was aghast with horror. I very reasonably replied that would kill an awful lot of innocent people. Her answer to that was “They’re
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living in misery anyway.” I am neither quick-witted enough, nor forthright enough, to have been able to answer in the manner she deserved in such a public venue. I should have said, shouted, raged that those ordinary people, who want nothing more than to raise their families in relative safety and comfort, deserve peace, not a violent, fiery death. My encounter with that woman has left a niggle of horror in the pit of my stomach. If a very ordinary, ignorant woman, in a relatively safe and peaceful corner of the world, can think like that, with what would appear to be no twinge of the conscience, is there any hope for peace
in this world? Is it any wonder that people like Hitler and ISIS warriors can exist and thrive in the global society? Our battle against the violent intolerance that is gnawing at our world must begin with the erradication of such egotistical ignorance. We must learn to see and feel the world from the viewpoints of our cousins from all the cultures of our fractured humanity. I suppose I should pity that woman trapped in her narrow-minded unenlightenment, but in actuality, I fear her. Linda Purjue Williams Lake
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What did you like best about the Winter Carnival?
Angel Moore Lots for kids to do.
Corynn Telford The sleigh rides were a big hit.
Prior to the last election, MLA Donna Barnett showed up at my door seeking my support. At that time I expressed my concern about a number of decisions made by the Liberal government that had favoured big business at the expense of the average person. Donna agreed this had happened but assured me that if re-elected she would represent all of the people in her riding. Fast forward to early this year when I wrote to Donna and asked her if she supported the decision to reduce the allocation of animals to resident hunters by
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10 per cent and give it to guide outfitters. The response I received from her assistant was that Donna supported both hunters and guide/outfitters and that Donna would discuss it with me if I made an appointment to meet with her. I sent a second e-mail to Donna, advising her that I was away for the winter, and I would just like an answer to my question, does she support the decision of the government regarding the reallocation of animals from resident hunters to guide outfitters, yes or no. I also pointed out to her that the re-allocation was not 10 per
cent more for guide outfitter but rather a 50 per cent increase for them (from 20 per cent to 30 per cent) and the loss to resident hunters was closer to 12 per cent (10 per cent taken from 80 per cent). The answer I received was that there were many circumstances regarding the decision and Donna would discuss them with me when I returned home. I then wrote to Donna again and asked her if given all the circumstances, did she support the decision of the government regarding the re-allocation of animals to guide/outfitters from resident hunters, yes or no?
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Does Barnett support new hunting allocation? Editor:
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I did not receive a response to that inquiry. I believe it is a sad day when an elected MLA does not answer such a simple question. She either supports the decision or she does not. Therefore, through this newspaper I am again asking Donna, the MLA who told me if re-elected she would represent all of the people of her riding, do you support the decision of the government regarding the re-allocation of animals from resident hunters to guide/outfitters, yes or no? Wayne Fox Lac La Hache
NO: 11.1 per cent
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Your Preschooler and… Play Play is the “work” of children. Most of your child’s early learning takes place through play. Through play, your preschooler will explore and discover the world and his or her role in it. In playing, your preschooler is having fun which can nurture a love for learning. By providing a variety of different play activities and exposing your child to different types of situations, you will be sure the brain receives the stimulation it needs to thrive. Typically, a child of three will engage in imaginary play, tell stories and create characters. Your preschooler will play alone most of the time, but may be increasingly able to play with others. A sense of ownership may be developing. At age three, children can typically throw, catch, and kick a ball as well as pedal a tricycle – be sure your child wears an approved and well-fitting helmet whenever on a tricycle. Many three-yearolds will have the hand-eye coordination to try more complex activities.
Try some of these with your preschooler: 1. Family members are your child’s favourite playmates. Make time to laugh and play together. Make play a part of the things you do with your child every day. Enjoy! 2. Balance your child’s schedule. It is important that your child have access to both structured activities and free playtime. 3. Keep a variety of books and odds and ends from around the home on hand for down times. If you have them in your home, puzzles or art supplies can be enjoyable. Rotating toys allows your child to experience something new. 4. For imaginative playtime, have some of your old clothes for “dress up” and have every day objects that will allow your child to create his or her own “pretend” stories. Clothes and shoes with different openings are good to practice lacing, zippering, buttoning and tying. 5. Pretend along with your child. Encourage the imagination. At a make-believe tea party, ask: “Is your cup of tea too hot?” 6. Provide opportunities for your child to make personal choices about play activities. Decision making will increase your child’s sense of confidence and enjoyment. 7. Set up opportunities for your child to be messy with glue, fl our and water playdough, water or paint. Encourage your child’s creativity by proudly displaying their creations. 8. Play outside. Encourage your child to delight in some fresh air and fun activities like playing in the garden or at the park. 9. Use bean balls or bags to play throwing and catching games with your child. These can be made at home by sewing up scraps of cloth with dried beans or peas inside. 10. Make sure your preschooler is safe while playing. Use age appropriate toys and materials and play equipment and a well-fi tting helmet if using bike or scooter.
Contact your local school or 250-398-3839 for more information on this program for preschoolers & their parent/caregiver. SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 27 (CARIBOO-CHILCOTIN)
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A simple solution to lake access Editor: I am a taxpaying resident on North Lakeside, Borland Road, near Scout Island since 1970 and have followed the power struggle of development and control of the facility and sur-
rounding area. I have a suggestion that seems like a realistic, simple, practical solution to the boat launch controversy. One cannot keep all the people happy all the time, so no doubt some will have ruffled feathers to my idea.
Rather than create more problems with the development of another boat launch facility, it seems better to use what is already in place and just modify the parking area to accommodate the boaters. The causeway ac-
cess — which should never have been built in my opinion — is the ideal place to park the trailers that are used to launch boats. The concrete barriers put on the access road to restrict traffic may “pretty up” the area with shrubs
and flowers, but there should be a limit for practicality of usable space for other reasons. I am available should anyone wish to discuss this in further detail. Gideon Schuetze Williams Lake
Build bridges rather than point out fault Editor: We here in Williams Lake may not be close to what is happening around the world regarding terrorism, but there are some things that may concern us, as governments crack down on suspected terrorists. Increasingly laws will be passed that will also eventually impact us. Of course, following 9/11 travel ling across boarders and even within our country, all kinds of things occurred that many found
uncomfortable and disconcerting including full body searches. The question remains as to how governments react to current events, in France for an example, following the Charlie Hebdo massacre. France is moving very quickly to curtail free speech, even though the massacre was about the right to have free speech. Within the past week a 28-yearold French-Tunisian man was found guilty of shouting support for the Charlie Hebdo attackers and was sen-
tenced to six months in prison. I agree 100 per cent with Pope Francis, regarding the printing of the newest issue of Charlie Hebdo, depicting Mohammad crying. We need to quit finding fault with other religions. Even here in North America many call themselves Christians while communicating to our congregations how terrible other religions are. If we are as Christian as we claim to be, how come we are not building bridges rather than constantly finding fault
and tearing down. Canadians need to be world leaders in learning, and applying what we claim to teach, “Love thy neighbour” while at the same time discontinue, pillorying each others’ faith. We are seeing the worst in Muslim religion as it is being led by extremist groups. We need to be seeking out and building bridges between those of the Muslim faith that do not support that kind of extremism. We will never achieve a peaceful world if we continue
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to tar all with the same brush. We may lose some freedoms as governments attempt to do all they can to protect us, changes of little concern to most law abiding Canadian citizens. Those that do come to Canada as our welcome guests need to work harder at assimilation, and we need to put more effort in helping them achieve that, Canada is unique — let’s keep it that way.
A Step Ahead Williams Lake Fire Department Now 100% NFPA 1001 Qualified All firefighters at the Williams Lake Fire Department have now reached full professional qualification, a distinction held by only a few departments in British Columbia. Each member of the department – the chief, a deputy chief, two assistant chiefs, three captains, three lieutenants, and 32 paid on-call firefighters – has been certified to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Standard for Professional Firefighter Qualification. The NFPA 1001 standard is the requirement to become an accredited firefighter in North America. To achieve the certification, firefighters must complete 10 education modules that include both theoretical and practical work. “For several years, our department has been working to become a fully professionally-qualified fire department,” says Director of Protective Services and Fire Chief Des Webster. “This is a monumental achievement for any department, but especially for a paid on-call department like ours.
OUR GOAL HAS BEEN REACHED
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“This was no easy task: to achieve this required countless hours of additional training which included many hours for these men and women to be away from family and work, on top of their regular training and emergency response. I am very proud of each and every one of these firefighters, and I am extremely proud to be the Fire Chief to such a wonderful and dedicated group of individuals. Thank you also to all of the employers whose co-operation allows their workers to attend emergency calls. Without them there would be no department.”
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Workshops to focus on disordered eating Monica Lamb-Yorski Staff Writer Canadian Mental Health Association is hosting free eating disorder workshops for professionals and caregivers in Williams Lake thanks to the generosity of a local resident. “A person who has a family member with an eating disorder is paying for us to bring Natasha Files to Williams Lake,” said Janice Breck, CMHA’s crisis and counselling program manager. “Natasha specializes in emotion-focused family therapy and uses some innovative teaching methods.” Files is a therapist at Three Story Clinic in Vancouver with experience supporting individuals, families and groups in community, residential and hospital settings. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating and compulsive exercise. While in Williams Lake Files will lead two workshops — one with physicians and counsellors on Sunday, Feb. 15,
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Janice Breck, Canadian Mental Health Association crisis and counselling program manager in Williams Lake, is organizing an eating disorder worskhop in the lakecity next week. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., a often a “silent” illness second one on Mon- because of the stigma day, Feb. 16 for caregiv- and shame attached. ers and clinicians. Physician Dr. Glenn Files will also give a Fedor said he sees one free evening presenta- or two patients a month tion to the public on with eating disorders the Sunday from 6:30 through the Mental to 8:30 p.m. Health and Substance “It will be a great Abuse program and a opportunity for people few more through his to come out and learn private practice. more about how to Anyone who wants help,” Breck said. a referral to St. Paul’s Beck said about one Hospital for an eating million people in Can- disorder has to be reada struggle with eat- ferred through him. ing disorders, but it is “I work with the
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The restrictions will limit vehicles to 100 per cent, 70 per cent or 50 per cent legal axle loading. Overweight permits will not be granted and all term overweight permits are invalid for the duration of the restrictions. Trucking and transportation companies, as well as the general public, should govern themselves accordingly. Your cooperation in adhering to the above regulations is appreciated. Dated in Williams Lake, British Columbia, this 22nd day of January, 2015. Todd Hubner, District Manager Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure Cariboo District For more information about load restrictions, please contact Area Manager Leanna Ilnicki at the Alexis Creek Office at 250 394-4709 or visit the Load Restrictions section of www.DriveBC.ca.
family doctor, do an assessment and we try to exhaust all our local resources, which are minimal.” If the patient cannot be helped locally they will go to Vancouver, however, Fedor said if an eating disorder happens in a community it’s ideal to try and fix it in the community. Fedor works with adults whereas the Ministry of Children and Family works with youth who have eating disorders. “I’m kind of a dinosaur when it comes to working with eating disorders,” Fedor said. “I’ve been doing this for over 30 years.” During the 15 years that Breck has worked with clients at CMHA she has noticed that sometimes people
won’t associate disordered eating as a problem because they are dealing with other issues. “Often people who are out of control with other things in their lives will gravitate to eating disorders. It really isn’t about food, but about control,” she said. She’s also learned that all family members want is for their family member to eat yet the eating is only a little piece of their struggle. “Eating disorders really impact the whole family,” she said. People are asked to register for the workshops by Feb. 6. They can call 250-398-8220 ext 2040 or e-mailJanice.breck@cmhawl.org. The workshops will take place at city hall.
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Monsanto March being organized A March Against Monsanto will take place in Williams Lake this May 23 to raise awareness about genetically modified foods (GMOs) and to call on the federal government to label them. Erin Hitchcock, organizer of the local march, says the event is held around the world and is expected to take place in 52 countries. In addition to informing the public, the march also calls into question health and environmental risks of GMO foods and demands the federal government label products with GMOs so consumers can make informed decisions. The march also aims to protect food supply and the environment, support local farms, and promote organic solutions. “Though it’s a March Against Monsanto — the company owns about 86 per cent of GMO seeds sown around the world — there are other big companies that produce GMO seeds and their accompa-
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Many others have GMO bans, including Russia and countries in the European Union. Most GMO seeds, she added, are engineered to tolerate heavy herbicide use. Many seeds, she said, are even engineered to produce their own insecticide. Companies have patents on these seeds, which can spread, contaminating
organic farms with the genetically engineered seeds, Hitchcock added. March Against Monsanto is a grassroots movement founded by Tami Canal from California, with the first march taking place in 2013. The Williams Lake march will take place Saturday, May 23 at a time and location still to be confirmed. Cos-
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MONEY MATTERS How to get through tax season with a smile (NC) Spring is not far off, but with one hurdle first: tax time. Turn it into an advantage for yourself with a few easy tips:
organized fitness activities for your children under 16 a little more affordable. You can claim up to $1,000 (under proposed changes) in eligible fitnessrelated expenses, and up to $500 in eligible arts-related expenses per child.
File, pay on time – and online If you owe taxes, file and pay on time and you won’t get charged late filing penalties and interest. If you don’t owe taxes, you should still file on time. This will ensure that you receive your Canada child tax benefits or GST/HST credit without delay. If you’re expecting a refund, you can have it in your bank account in as little as eight days if you file online and sign up for direct deposit.
Claim your tax credits • Medical expenses – You can claim amounts spent on eligible medical expenses, including prescription drugs, medical devices, and special dietary needs. If you have
medical coverage through your employer, you can claim the amounts that were not covered by the plan. • Charitable donations – If it’s your first time claiming charitable donations, or your first
time since 2007, you may get an extra 25% credit your donation, to a maximum of $1,000. • Fitness and arts credits for kids – The children’s fitness and arts tax credits help make the cost of art lessons and
• Family Tax Cut – It’s a proposed nonrefundable tax credit of up to $2,000 available to eligible couples with children under the age of 18, and is effective starting with the 2014 tax year. Ask for help If you have a modest income, a simple tax situation, and need help completing and
filing your return, many community organizations host tax clinics that may be able to help you. To see if you are eligible for the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program go to www.cra.gc.ca/ volunteer. Ask for a payment plan The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) understands that some taxpayers may be going through a tough time. If you owe taxes but can’t pay, talk to the CRA about your situation. You may be able to set up a payment arrangement which lets you pay in smaller chunks over
time. More information is available at www.cra.gc.ca/paymentarrangements. Don’t leave your taxes to chance Getting a refund or having a balance owing when you file your return is not like winning or losing the lottery. It’s simple math. If you’re consistently getting a refund, it means you’re paying too much tax during the year. If you always have a balance owing, consider having more taxes deducted at source, increasing your installment payments, or putting money into a registered retirement savings plan.
How to take the emotion out of RSP investing By Sarah Kingdon (NC) Did you jump out of the markets in 2008 or 2009 and continue to be so anxious that you didn’t get back in? More than five years after it hit bottom on March 9, 2009, the S&P/TSX Composite Index (Total Return) has gone up approximately 116 per cent, and yet some investors are still reluctant and sitting in cash.
Some of the emotional mistakes that investors make are: Being overly influenced by the negative. Decision making is often greatly influenced by what is personally relevant, recent or dramatic. For many investors, this can mean that the unprecedented events of the 2008 financial crisis have left a stronger impression than the positive market returns of subsequent years. It’s important for investors to rely on professional financial advice so they can focus on how best to pursue their long-term investment goals and not get too caught up in news headlines.
including domestic and global equities, will help you grow your investments over the long term. More information on diversification is available on websites such as franklintempleton.ca. MIKE MIKE AUSTIN AUSTIN Financial Advisor Financial Advisor
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Following the crowd. Even if a particular stock or asset class is performing strongly, that doesn’t indicate that it’s the right choice. Investing in what’s popular can cause people to lose sight of their longterm goals, resulting in more risk-taking than they may be comfortable with. Investors should consult an advisor before making any
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COMMUNITY NOTEBOOK Saturday, Feb. 7
Big Game Banquet The Williams Lake Sportsmen’s Association is hosting its popular annual Big Game Banquet on Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Elks Hall located at 98 First Ave. South. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets for adults are $35, $60 for couples and $25 for 17 years and under. Tickets are available at Blue Mountain Gunsmithing, Surplus Herby’s and at Chilcotin Guns. For more information call Chilcotin Guns at 250-392-6800.
Saturday, Feb 14
Stampede Dinner and Dance Monica Lamb-Yorski photo
Preston Cameron enjoys the sledding hill during the First Annual Williams Lake Winter Carnival in Boitanio Park.
Thousands attend first Winter Carnival Greg Sabatino Staff Writer Following the First Annual Williams Lake Winter Carnival’s resounding success, organizer Darrick Boyes’ inboxes are being flooded with congratulatory messages. “I’ve got hundreds of messages from people saying they had a blast,” he said, adding close to 3,000 people attended the carnival in Boitanio Park on Saturday, followed by another 2,000 or so on Sunday. The carnival included such attractions as snowball tossing, karaoke, sleigh rides, sledding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, a bonfire, teepees, face painting, a Lions Club pancake breakfast and multiple food vendors, a snow art contest, igloo building, Elsa from Frozen and more. Boyes’ original intent was to create an event giving the residents of Williams Lake something fun to do in the winter time, and to allow people to show some community spirit. “The biggest reason why I did this was to bring the community together — that’s something we’ve always lacked in Williams Lake,” he said. “To get all the different cultures into one place and experience each other in a positive way rather than this negative vibe we sometimes get.” Boyes thanked the group of roughly 100 volunteers who graciously lent their support to the project and helped things run smoothly.
The 2015 Williams Lake Stampede Dinner, Auction and Dance is coming up on Saturday, Feb. 14 at the Elks Hall. Dance the night away to the country music of Skidmark. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner is at 6 p.m., the live auction is at 7 p.m. and the dance is from 8 p.m. until 1 a.m. Tickets are $25 each and available at Margetts Meats, Cariboo Saddlery, Cariboo Spurs Apparel and Tack. Money raised at the dinner and dance will go toward the 2015 Williams Lake Stampede.
Saturday, Feb. 14 Valentine’s Dance
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Volunteers Ryan Brink (from left), volunteer leader Vonna Underhill, Citizens on Patrol chair Bob McIntosh, Chris Dow, Clay Myers and main organizer Darrick Boyes were just a few of roughly 100 people who helped put on the event. “The whole team giving their time to the event was phenomenal,” he said. “Just so much positive stuff. Lots of people are flowing in saying they want to help for the next one. People are reaching out — they want to do other events like it in the spring to just try to keep things going.” And planning for next year’s Winter Carnival is something Boyes always had in the back of his mind. “I don’t think small,” he said. “That can be a good thing or a bad thing, but I was never thinking this would be a one-time thing. This was something that was going to be continuous.”
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Wnoah Cooper, 6, and Makya Cooper, 5, play in the snow outside one of many teepees setup as spots to warm up.
The Williams Lake Indian Band is hosting an Elders and Family Valentine’s Dance Saturday, Feb. 14 at the Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium from 8 p.m. until 11 p.m. The cost is $5 per ticket and is a drug and alcohol free event. Contact Roxanne Stobie at 250296-3507 ext. 101 or Sally Wynja at 250-296-4628.
Sunday, Feb 22
Bridal Fair and Fashion Show
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Jordan Combs (left) and Kent Gerow of Gerow n’ Family Crue continue building an igloo.
The 2015 Bridal Fair and Fashion Show takes place Sunday, Feb. 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Signal Point Event Centre, 1640 South Broadway. Tickets are $10 and available at Women’s Contact Society and Signal Point Gaming Centre. Call Ashlee Hyde at 250-392-4118 or the Signal Point Marketing Co-ordinator at 250-3985554 extension 204 for more information.
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was a wonderful way for children to learn about history and be individually engaged in the story.� Linda Purjue, with her tub of delightful puppets, was new to the Family Festival. A retired substitute school teacher, an avid local artist, songwriter and writer, she added her own puppets and story-telling skills to the story tent at the festival. She joined Schreiner and Com-
munities that Care co-ordinator Carla Bullinger for some lively puppet fun with crowds of kids and their parents. “I love puppets — I never really grew up and puppets give me a legitimate reason to keep playing with toys,� she laughed, and said that literacy is something she supports with her whole heart. “I love words and reading and languages, and don’t think it’s ever too
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The 10th annual Family Fest got a little help in making the annual literacy event such a great success Sunday. “Puppets just work,� said Claire Schreiner, Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy director. “Puppets go handin-hand with literacy: they’re a wonderful way to present stories to children and get kids to interact. Kids will interact with the puppets directly and will talk to them; the puppets can sing songs, tell stories, dance and share rhymes and will directly engage with the children,� she explained. She said that she’s been having fun with puppets for 40 years. “Kids and adults love the make-believe aspect; you can see the smiles on their faces as they meet the different characters,� she continued, adding that she writes some of her own puppet skits and adapts others. “I look for stories with lots of dialogue and humour; they’ll often tell a good story and get a point across,� she said. “I was asked to do a puppet show for Remembrance Day at the library, and wrote a puppet play that had a daughter and grandmother looking through an old trunk and remembering the war,� she stated. “There was a fighter pilot scene in it; it
Claire Schreiner and Linda Purjue teamed up to bring years of experience, storytelling skills and passion for kids to the Family Festival on Sunday.
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The interesting birth of today's Williams Lake Barry Sale Special to Tribune/Advisor The first white settlement of Williams Lake appeared in 1860 at the height of the gold rush. It was located in the area behind the old Jackpine mill site on the land which is now commonly known as the dairy fields. This little community was fairly short lived, withering away as the gold rush declined and after being bypassed by the CaribooWagon Road. Gradually, William Pinchbeck bought up the townsite and the surrounding area, including all the valley land along Williams Lake Creek, and by 1885 he had built up one of the finest ranch and farm operations in all of B.C. After Pinchbeck died in 1893, however, all of his land, buildings and equipment were sold at auction for pennies on the dollar. In 1899, Robert Borland, a prominent Cariboo businessman, packer, trader, hotel owner and entrepreneur, purchased the lower part of the old
Pinchbeck Ranch and the buildings there for the sum of $17,000. He named the ranch Kinlochaline, after his childhood home in Scotland, but that name never really caught on, and people just referred to it as the Borland Ranch. For more than 10 years, Borland farmed the area successfully, declaring it “one of the best fodder-producing farms in the district.” He also opened and operated a post office, and a small settlement began growing around the main ranch house. That house, by the way, had been built by Pinchbeck as his family home in the early 1880s and was then known as the Lower or Lake House. In Borland’s time, it became known as the Borland House. It was located very close to where the curl-
Borland Ranch overlooking Williams Lake. ing rink stands today. By 1912, the provincial government was becoming quite serious about opening up the province with a railway, and in that year, Borland sold his ranch to the province. The plan was that a town would be built on the flat area (now the Stampede Grounds), and the railway marshalling yards were to be located closer to the lake where the industrial site is currently. In 1913, the PGE sent their purchasing agent, a Mr. McQueen, to arrange a railway right of way through the Onward Ranch and adjacent lands. However, before any construction could begin, the First World War broke out and all activity ceased.
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By 1919, though, the railway project was back on track, so to speak, and proceeding quickly. That year, the Borland ranch site was confirmed as the future townsite by the PGE planners. It was decided, as well, that the new town was to be called Borland. Then the politicians in Victoria got involved, specifically, Premier John Oliver, who thought of himself as an accomplished town planner. He came up to view the townsite and found the little settlement which had good potential in everyone’s eyes but his to be lacking. So, he unilaterally changed its location to a bleak, dusty hill about half a mile further north, even though he acknowledged that it would mean at least an additional $15,000 in construction costs. A local surveyor, Mr. Bagshaw, was hired to lay out the new townsite into blocks and lots, streets and avenues. It extended from Yorston Street in the south side to Comer Street on the north end, and from Railway (now Mackenzie) Avenue down near
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the creek up to Third Avenue. Premier Oliver personally walked the area with Mr. Bagshaw to describe exactly what he expected the layout would be. In September of 1919, Premier Oliver himself officially opened the town and named it Williams Lake. The main street on the hillside was given the name of Oliver Street in his honour. A reliable supply of drinking water was a problem, so three miles of wooden pipe was shipped in to bring water from the Comer Springs area (Glendale). After a mile of trench had been dug, several workmen fell ill and the water was tested. It was found to be unfit for human consumption, so the trench was filled in and the pipe was piled up where, after a year or so, it had dried out, cracked and become completely unusable. Water is essential for any town, so a short term solution was reached. See GOLDSEEKERS Page A20
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CONTACT US: Greenhouse Gardening in the Cariboo Telephone: 250-296-3315 (Barry) or Begins Thurs. April 4th, 10:00 am – 12 noon 250-392-2517 (Carly) Course This course is a mustorfor Email:Description: wleldercollege@gmail.com those who have built, or who are contemplatcarlyklassen@yahoo.ca (secretary) ing building their own greenhouse. The topics to www.wleldercollege.com beWebsite: covered include: basic greenhouse design and
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Williams Lake resident Ove Johannesen (third from left), celebrated his 90th birthday with his wife, Elsie (third from right), children Larry Johannesen (from left), Daryl Johannesen, Bonnie Johannesen and Kim Tranq, along with friends and family Jan. 25.
Williams Lake resident celebrates 90th birthday Greg Sabatino Staff Writer Surrounded by countless friends and family members, Williams Lake resident Ove Johannesen celebrated his 90th birthday Jan. 25 at the Williams Lake Seniors Activity Centre. A 37-year resident of Williams Lake, Ove — who moved to the city with his wife, Elsie, from Quesnel to work as the original superintendent at Weldwood, the first plywood mill in the lakecity — isn't showing any signs of
slowing down. "You've got to keep in shape," Ove said, adding he shovels snow, uses a rowing machine and a treadmill in his home, and floor curls twice a week at the WLSAC. Three of Ove's children — Larry Johannesen, Bonnie Johannesen and Kim Tranq — still live in Williams Lake, while Daryl Johannesen, who travelled to the lakecity for his dad's birthday bash, lives in North Vancouver. Ove was born in Norway but moved to Saskatchewan with his family when
he was two years old. After enlisting in the army then returning to Canada to find work, Ove moved west to Quesnel. He later picked up a love of sports and recreation through golf, baseball, skating, floor curling and any other activity he could find time to squeeze in. Over the years Ove has competed in multiple BC Seniors Games in floor curling, bringing home medals to Williams Lake and the Cariboo North Zone. He said he never regretted making the
move west of Saskatchewan, and said it's the people and the scenery that make B.C. and, in particular, Williams Lake a special place to live. "This is God's country," he said. "Friendly people — we've got everything here from mountains to desert — you name it." During Robbie Burns Night at the Royal Canadian Legion the previous night Ove was honoured by the Williams Lake Pipe Band with a rendition of happy birthday on the bagpipes.
Goldseekers help grow village Continued From Page A19 The PGE station and rail yards were built at the foot of the hill, and a very large water tower was constructed. Water was pumped up into its tank from Williams Lake creek, and this water was used both for the needs of the railway and the town (later on, a much larger water tower was built to service the town only). Then, Premier Oliver had four of the newly laid out streets dug up and a water main system put in, which involved a four-foot trench down the middle of each street. Pipe was laid, the trenches were filled in,
and the water turned on. The system leaked so badly it had to be completely redone, and then during that first winter (1920) it froze. People began wondering why they had honoured the Premier by naming the main street after him. But the town began to grow. By the end of 1920, along Railway Avenue, were two hotels, a meat market, a dance hall, a general store and a bakery. Other businesses in town included a billiard hall, a barber shop, a bank and a blacksmith shop. Small private homes were also being built, many of them using
wood scrounged from the earlier buildings found at the dairy fields and from the abandoned pile of old water pipes. On July 10, 1921, a fire engulfed most of the buildings on Railway Avenue. Only the Log Cabin Hotel was spared, however, the structures were rebuilt, and the town continued to grow and prosper. By 1922 a second gold rush had begun in the Cedar Creek area near Likely, and more than 7,000 goldseekers made their way up to Williams Lake where they could stock up on supplies and equipment before heading out to the gold fields.
A May, 1922, issue of the Vancouver Sun called Williams Lake a “city of tents” and that was an apt description. There were tents pitched everywhere, both in the town and on its outskirts. Many of those who came for gold stayed and put down roots and, before long, the town found itself with a new $40,000 government building, churches, a school and a hospital. In 1929, it was officially incorporated as a village. After some unique and unusual growing pains, Williams Lake had arrived. Barry Sale is a freelance columnist with the Tribune/Weekend Advisor.
various design options to produce optimum growing conditions; basic propagating techniques and plantOUR MISSION: ing cycles; variousChilcotin soil types and how College to maximize The Cariboo Elder is soil nutrition; cultivation and harvest dates for varia volunteer organization committed ous types of greenhouse plants; and developing a to round meeting theregime learning and year planning for yourneeds greenhouse. Whether you are just starting out, are a seasoned educational interests oforolder adults gardening enthusiast, this course provide you in Williams Lake and will surrounding with practical, useful tips on the botanical secrets areas. of the greenhouse.
Elder College will provide a relaxed Alearning Day on the Williams Lake River environment without grades Valley Trail based on a curriculum of or exams, particular interest to members. Elder Begins May 24th & 25th, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm College seeks toJoin meet mission by Course Description: localitsfield naturalists recognizing unique experiences Anna Roberts andthe Ordell Steen on a day’s hike through the mid and lower Williams Lake River Valand capabilities of its members. Elder ley. The trek will at the mid-valley parking lot College is begin affiliated with Thompson (below the W.L. landfill area in Glendale). The group Rivers University and operates in will explore the ponds, look at the geology of the valaccordance with the policies and ley, do some bird watching, identify tree and plant species, and generally a nice spring procedures of TRUenjoy under theguided guidance walk for about down Executive to the Fraser Board. River. You of the Elder5 km. College will need to be able to walk at a reasonable pace to enjoy this hike, and it would be advantageous if you MEMBERShIP: have purchased a copy of Ordell and Anna’s guide is openIntotoNature” anyone 50 toMembership the trail entitled “Stepping Bring your own lunch fluids, dress for the years ofand agehydration or older. Theand membership weather. fee is $10.00.
Membershipor offers: Intermediate Beginners Bridge An opportunity to 1:00 participate in all Begins Monday April 15, pm – 3:30 pm Elder College courses, lectures and INTERMEDIATE GROUP – This course is for those continuing from Don’s group from the spring of special on events. 2012. It is also openofto players wishing to review the Privileges Thompson Rivers content in the lessons below. Five lessons will cover University, including conditional use the following topics: ofsonits1 - Review libraryall and and Les openingbookstore, one bids and Planparticipation many of the University ning the Play.inCompetitive bidding “opening doubles” andevents. responses. sponsored Les son 2opportunity - The Strong 2 Club opening bid and The to volunteer in re-a sponses. Blackwood convention. number of areas. Les son 3 - Opening Weak 2 bids and responses The opportunity to participate in the Lesson 4 - Preemptive bidding and responses Les son 5 - Putting it all together-a mini tournament governing of Elder College. covering all course content.
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Begins Monday March 11th, 10 am – 12 noon Course Description: We all have start somewhere. your name is placed on atowait list, this This course is designed for those who are brand is an expression of interest only – it is new to the computer, or who have no computer exnot a registration. wait listhow allows perience. It will help you The to understand a comus toworks, fill aandvacancy and determine puter provide you withto a good beginning. There will be of opportunity ask offered questions, whether thelotscourse shouldto be and will be shownsemester. all the basic skills you will in ayou subsequent need to improve your computer proficiency. A laptop Members should for you register computer will be provided to work on. for
themselves whenever possible. Computers - The Next Should a member have Step to be away on registration day the7,member ask Begins Thursday March 9:30 am – can 12 noon Course is not anfor introductory anotherDescription: member This to register them. course for computer it is intended Only one proxy users. per Rather, member will beto expand your computer knowledge in a number of allowed. Mail course registrations will general areas: not be accepted. •e-mails and attachments •word processing Payment for courses must be by •working files andMost folderscourse fees are cash or with cheque. •safely downloading programs and software $30. Computer courses, regardless •setting up various program features of the number •computer security of sessions, are $35. Community are tofree •fine tuning yourService computerCourses using shortcuts various of programs charge. Exceptions to this fee •burning types apply. of images/data to CD’s and structureall may Fees have been DVD’s established by drives the Executive Board, •using portable hard in consultation with computer the Finance and •troubleshooting common problems This is a hands Committees. on course for those who are already Curriculum comfortable with the Windows operating A cancellation fee of 7 10% ofsystem. the Participants are encouraged to bring along their course fee may be levied to cover own laptop computers to use during the sessions, administrative costs if notice or if you prefer, a laptop will be provided for you.to cancel is given at least seven (7) days Furniture prior to theReupholstery beginning of the course. Begins March 5,of 9:30 am – 11:30 amis RefundTuesday – If notice cancellation Course Description: This course will teach the parless than sevensteps (7)involved days, in course fees ticipants the basic reupholstering not beofrefunded. awill small piece furniture (e.g. small armless chairs, footstools, dining chairs and some automotive seats etc.) Each participant be expected to bring Scent Free – The will Board of Directors along a small item to work on, and to provide his/ of Elder College has passed a motion her own tools. The instructor will demonstrate the that, as much possible, all measuring of our techniques involvedas in laying out and meetings and should beof fabric, cutting to size, classes and recovering the piece furniture. This course is not for those scent free. Please dodesigned what you can who to wish to take a large reupholstery project. A list respect theon needs of those members of required tools you need to bring will be supplied that have allergies to various scents. on sign-up.
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Begins Wednesday March 13. 1pm a– 3pm financial assistance with course Course Description: This is a basic Spanish course fee, contact Bernie Kromhout, Elder designed for people who have little or no prior College Treasurer, at 250-392-7880, knowledge of the language, but who would like to for further learn. Studentsinformation. will work in a relaxed atmosphere, with a focus on learning simple terms and how to use them in a conversation. The instructor uses ThOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY many methods, including hand outs, flash cards, The Cariboo music, videos, andChilcotin repetition toElder provideCollege you with affiunderstanding liated withof Thompson Rivers aisbasic the language and how to make yourself understood. University. Be sure to check with
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Nearly three-quar- living with Alzheimer’s ters of Canadians liv- disease because they ing with Alzheimer's live longer and age is disease are women. It's a significant risk facan eye-opening statis- tor, Hildebrand says. tic, but it's not news The risk of demento the many Williams tia doubles every five Lake families whose years after age 65. lives have been altered Women also by the dementia jour- account for 70 per ney. cent of family caregiv"Women repre- ers. sent 72 per cent of "The disease takes Canadians living with a tremendous toll on Alzheimer’s disease," these women who says Tara Hildebrand, eventually provide Services Sunday 10:30am the Alzheimer Society round-the-clock care. Sunday School for Children’s of B.C.'s Support The burden is espePreschool and Grades, Nursery and Education cially high for women Available. Blended Worship Style. Co-ordinator for raising families and 261-3rd Ave. S. Williams Lake and the holding down jobs. Chris Harder 250-392-4280 Central Interior. Though women are "They could be d i s p r o p o r t i o n a t e l y your mothers, wives, affected, "Alzheimer’s sisters, grandmothers disease and other or friends." dementias affect everyThat's why the one," Hildebrand said. Society's annual More than 70,000 Alzheimer Awareness people in B.C. face month campaign last dementia. 1100-11th Ave. N. Williams Lake month adopted the The 72% theme "The 72%." Awareness Month It aims to inform campaign kicked off women in their 40s in January but local 625 Carson Drive and older about the families living with 250-392-5324 Affiliated with PAOC warning signs of dementia can receive Alzheimer’s disease assistance year-round at dementias, from Hildebrand. and other Sunday Morning Service at 10 am brain health and howCentre She can be contactGendun Drubpa Buddhist Programs for all Ages the programs and ser- ed at 250-377-8200 vices of the non-profit (toll-free 1-800-886www.calvarychurchwl.com Alzheimer Society of 6946) or thildebB.C. can help. More r a n d @ a l z h e i m e r b c . thanTHROUGH men are org. FRIDAY women EVENING Learn thought
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On the cover Those who know Ruth Ballantyne know her passion for snow. Ruth's snowman creations, such as Cariboo campers and the like, can be seen throughout the winter outside her home. Last weekend Ballantyne and her friend, Karen, were thrilled to be a part of the First Annual Williams Lake Winter Carnival's snow art contest. There, the women created a fisherman, complete with an ice fishing hole and all the tools necessary for ice fishing. "I'm like a kid when
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OAPO busy planning 2015 events Seniors Activity Centre annual general meeting goes Feb. 26 With Christmas and the New Year’s celebration behind us, what better way to work off those extra pounds than exercise? The Se n i o r s Activity Centre has a Gentle Fit Class every Monday from 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. geared for seniors. If exercise is not your thing you could walk with Chris Hornby and her
group. They meet every Monday and Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the corner of the swimming pool and the Seniors Centre. Under the guidance of their new president, Cecilia Newman, the Old Age Pensioners Organization have been busy planning the events for the year of 2015.
Coming up next will be the Valentine Tea on Sunday, Feb. 15 from 2 to 3 p.m. Eighty and older are free, while all others are $2. There will be gifts and door prizes. Another date to remember is Feb. 26 when the Seniors Activity Society will hold their annual general meeting at 1:30 p.m.
The position of president, and some directors, will be voted on. On the agenda will be the motion to reinstate the name of OAPO Branch 93 onto the Society Act Certificate. This will not in any way affect the running of the centre. Next month I will explain the relationship between the OAPO and the
board of the Seniors Activity Centre and what you get for your $20 membership fee.
Pat Cassidy is a freelance columnist with the Tribune/Weekend Advisor.
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Seniors village hosting Valentine's Tea heart and stroke fundraiser on Feb. 11 Laurette Vike, marketing manager with the Williams Lake Seniors Village, is inviting everyone out Feb. 11 for a Valentine's Day Tea/Heart and Stroke fundraiser for the residents. "February is our heart and stroke month," Vike said. "We will be giving out information and informing our residents how important it is to have a healthy heart." There will also be silver heart pins for sale for $5 each in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The Valentine's Day Tea/Heart and Stroke fundraiser starts at
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SPORTS NOTEBOOK Saturday, Feb. 7 and Sunday, Feb. 8
Stamps host ‘Roos in CIHL East Division Final After a tough 6-5 loss this past Saturday against the Quesnel Kangaroos in game one of the Central Interior Hockey League East Division Final, the Williams Lake Stampeders will be fighting for their playoff lives at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex this Saturday, Feb. 7 and, if necessary, Sunday, Feb. 8, for games two and three. Puck drop Saturday goes at 7:30 p.m., while Sunday’s game starts at 1:30 p.m. if needed.
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Williams Lake Bantam Timberwolves player Jax Passeri (second from left) lays a monstrous hit on a Prince George Bantam Cougars player while netminder Devin Chapman shuts the door on a trickling puck.
Bantam T-wolves fourth at home tourney Team set for playoffs this weekend in Prince George After finishing second in the round robin, then catching a tough break in the bronze-medal game, the Williams Lake Bantam Timberwolves finished fourth at its home tournament last weekend. In their final game Ryley Haines scored twice, and Dayton Long and Lane Paddison added single tallies, however, Quesnel erupted for a six-goal outburst in a 6-4 win to claim the bronze medal. Williams Lake assists in the contest went to Jax Passeri, Brendan Pigeon, Grady Thomas and Brody Conroy. The Timberwolves were also a hair away from reaching the tournament final, but lost in a shootout to the Prince George Cougars, 7-6, in the semifinal. Scoring for Williams Lake were Raeyden Beauchamp (2), Justin Swan, Pigeon and Paddison, with assists going to Beauchamp,
Thomas, Ryley Haines, Nic Flinton, Dawson Billyboy and Jimi Belleau. In the tournament final it was Terrace — after sending Quesnel to the bronze-medal match in the other semifinal — blanking Prince George, 4-0, to bring home the championship. Prior to playoff matchups Williams Lake went unbeaten in round robin play outside of a 4-1 loss to Terrace, beating Prince George, 5-3, and Quesnel, 8-5. Thomas (2), Cade Enns, Beauchamp and Paddison tallied versus Prince George, while Jake Jackson, with a hatrick, and Flinton, Enns, Long, Belleau and Pigeon found the twine in the win over Quesnel. The Timberwolves are now preparing for a road trip north to Prince George this weekend for playoffs. The T-wolves play at 4:30 p.m. Saturday and 12 p.m. on Sunday.
The City of Williams Lake is hosting a free skate and swim Monday, Feb. 9, during Family Day at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex. Swimming and contests get underway at 1:30 p.m. and go until 3 p.m., while free skating on rink one at the complex featuring lasers and music, goes just before from noon until 1:30 p.m. For more visit williamslake.ca/130/RecreationServices.
Monday, Feb. 9
Family Day Monday Madness at Mt. Timothy Ski Area The fresh snow Mt. Timothy Ski Area received during the weekend is dry and soft, the trees are plastered white and the hill is again a winter wonderland heading into the Family Day weekend. Mountain specials for Family Day on Feb. 9 include $25 lift passes for adults, while accompanying children six to 12 are free.
Sunday, March 8 Crib tournament
Williams Lake Bantam Timberwolves captain Dawson Billyboy carries the puck up ice during a tilt with the Prince George Bantam Cougars in round robin play Saturday.
The Williams Lake Seniors Activity Centre is hosting a crib tournament Sunday, March 8. Games run from 1 to 4 p.m., with lunch served prior starting at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $15 per person. There will be prizes for first-, second- and third-place finishers, plus door prizes. A maximum of 60 tickets are available and are on sale at the office until March 5. For more information call 250-3927946.
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Mt. Timothy to offer free Family Day skiing for kids 6 to 12 After most unusual weather patterns in January, Mt. Timothy Ski Area welcomed more than 25 centimetres of fresh snow that has restored its smooth, soft conditions skiers and snowboarders expect, said general manager Adam Piccolo. Following the thaw, rain, freeze cycle last week Piccolo said he’d never seen anything like it. “I have never seen
snow conditions like that in 12 years working here,” he said. “It took three passes with the groomer to make an impression.” Luckily, the warm weather did not decrease the snow pack significantly and the base remains at about 125 centimetres with new snow falling on top. The fresh snow is dry and soft, the trees are plastered white and Mt. Timothy is again
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The annual dinner auction coming up Feb. 7 in 100 Mile House at the Valley Room is sold out, and organizer Debbie Dengel said she’s looking forward to a fun night of socializing, new events and a lively auction. Mt. Timothy will be open from Wednesday, all the way Monday. For more information and to check snow conditions visit www. skitimothy.com.
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a winter wonderland heading into the Family Day weekend. Mountain specials for Family Day on Feb. 9 include $25 lift passes for adults, while accompanying children six to 12 are free. Mt. Timothy Ski Area director Stephen Pellizzari said there’s no excuse to not visit the hill this weekend. “Come on out and enjoy winter,” Pellizzari said. “Golf is still three months away.”
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The Williams Lake White Avalanche novice hockey team of Ian Foster, Andrew Smid, Austin Ludwig, Logan Staislaus, Jared Telford, Calleigh Skerry, Gage Davis, Noah Porter, Blake Pigeon and Nathan Surette, along with coaches Corwin Smid, Chuck Pigeon and Rick Skerry, finished with three wins and one loss during the weekend at a tournament in Clearwater, all with a short bench, in their first tournament. The team beat Merritt, Clearwater and Kamloops.
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CIHL East Final comes back to lakecity The Williams Lake Stampeders will be in desperation mode this weekend when they host the Quesnel Kangaroos in the Central Interior Hockey
League East Division Final. Up 5-1 in the second period, the Stampeders lost a come-from-behind 6-5 road outing in Quesnel in game one
of the best-of-three series. The Kangaroos’ Josh McDonald sent the hometown crowd of roughly 600 fans home happy with just three
minutes left in the third period, slipping one past Stampeders’ netminder Justin Foote to seal the victory. The Stampeders weren’t able to convert
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All individuals or companies registered this past year through the District Office in Williams Lake will be receiving invitations to re-register their equipment for the coming fiscal year by mail.
Note that while you do not need to have Commercial (Comprehensive) General Liability Insurance, or up-to-date WorkSafeBC coverage to register, you will have to meet these requirements prior to working on any ministry projects. Only owned or lease-to-own equipment is eligible for registration. Equipment can only be registered in one area in any given year. Seniority is not transferable from area to area. The deadline for new registrations is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2015. Late registrations will be accepted, but may appear at the bottom of the open list. Note there is no charge for registering new equipment or for changing or removing equipment information already listed.
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on the power play going zero for six in the contest. Quesnel’s Tyrell Turgeon opened the scoring midway through the first frame, before Dylan Richardson and David Gore gave Williams Lake a 2-1 lead heading into the second. Williams Lake continued to rally as Dan Cohen, Kurtis Bond and Jassi Sangha found the twine on Quesnel goaltender Ryan Manderson to bolster the Stamps to a 5-1 lead. From there, however, Manderson shut the door while Coltin De MoTI Ad # 1080A Frais, Alessio TomasHired Equipment Cariboo setti, Joey MacDonald, District Paul Girodat (shorthanded) Lake and Tribune McDonWilliams ald tallied in the winning Coola effort. Valley Coast Bella Game News two of the Mountain East Division Final goesMile Saturday, 100 House Feb. Free7,Press beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Cariboo MemoAshcroft Cache-Creek rial Complex. Journal Should the Stampeders win game three takes place Sunday, Feb. 8, at 1:30 p.m. 5.81” x 6.79” In other CIHL news 4 columns x 95 lines the Smithers Steelheads edged the Terrace River Kings 5-4 in game one of the West Division Final. The winner of both series will square off in the CIHL final later this month.
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It is with great sadness the family of Liz Bouchard announce her peaceful passing January 30th, 2015 at the age of 77 yrs She leaves behind her loving husband of 56 yrs Emile. Her Children: Cindy, Terry , Michael (Nikki), Jeffrey (Shari), Ryan (Miriam), Her Grandchildren: Jaime-Lynn (Brad) Terra (KochÊ), Jerad (Andrea) Tristen, Heather (Evan), Alicia, Jason (Kayla), Cherise (Kyle), Calvin, Colby, Colton, Cayden, Mariah and Isaiah Her Great-Grandchildren: Joshua, Jacob, Justin, Julian, Jayelle, Dallas, Carly, Lorne, Payton, Lawson and Jordan. Prayers for Liz will be Friday, February 6th at 8pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.  She will be remembered by her family and friends at a Funeral Mass Saturday, February 7th at 11am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Father Derrick Cameron officiating. Reception to follow at the Catholic Church School Hall. The family would like to extend their thanks to Dr. B Ruane and all the numerous nurses and Doctors at Cariboo Memorial Hospital who gave our Mom such wonderful care. Donations can be made to the Cariboo Foundation Hospital Trust in Liz’s name.
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With sadness, Al Bremner and family would like to announce the passing of his wife and our mother, Ursula Bremner. After battling multiple health issues, Granny passed away peacefully in her sleep, Sunday January 25, 2015. Ursula was blessed with Al, her loving husband, children, Allan (Imbi), Debbie (Steve), Cam (Rose), Irene (Rick), Christin and Brenda. Granny has 17 grandchildren including spouses and partners, and eight great-grandchildren. As per her wishes, there will be a private family committal now, with a Celebration of Life to be held when the weather is better. Rest in peace now, Granny. We love you. “God saw you getting tired when a cure was not to be. So He closed His arms around you and whispered, “Come to Me� LaPrairie’s Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements. 250-398-9100
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Lorraine Nancy LeBourdais was born in North Vancouver daughter of Nancy and Jerry LeBourdais and the youngest of four children. Nancy (Nelly) was a registered nurse while Jerry worked at the Shellburn oil refinery in Burnaby. Their progressive political activities created a stimulating environment at home. On one occasion, some time before Canada recognized China, Lorraine and her parents were invited aboard a Chinese cargo ship where the crew gave Lorraine gifts, delighted to see a young child after a long voyage. In 1971, the LeBourdais family moved to Quesnel Lake then to a small farm at Rose Lake on the Horsefly Road. Lorraine attended and graduated from Columneetza Secondary School in Williams Lake. Lorraine was a natural and confident rider on her horse Stony. She joined the Rose Lake 4H Club winning the Reserve Grand Champion award for her steer. Lorraine saw her children participate with 4H. A deep love and awareness of children and animals marked Lorraine’s life. Lorraine met Rob Diether in Williams Lake in 1973. A year later Rob and Lorraine moved to the Borland Meadow eventually joined by her parents and young friends to start an organic commune. The group (CEEDS) left the Borland Meadow in 1985 to settle on rented farms in the 100 Mile area. Robin was born in June 1990 then Kelly in February 1994 bringing Lorraine the greatest happiness. Kelly and Robin attended the Horse Lake Elementary School where Lorraine volunteered, helping children with reading. She also ran the popular garden club for several years. Lorraine operated a small but successful organic nursery from their home on Horse Lake Road. Lorraine will be remembered by many in Williams Lake and 100 Mile House for offering bedding plants, hanging baskets and CEEDS vegetables at the farmers market. Over the years Lorraine mentored a host of friends and visitors passing on her knowledge, passion, work habits and sharing her wry humour at gardening workshops, in the greenhouses and the CEEDS gardens Lorraine made time for trips and excursions with Robin and Kelly which almost always involved her mother Nelly. They were inseparable- if you knew Lorraine, you knew her energetic and entertaining mother. In 2011 Lorraine completed an online business course at Thompson River University. She graduated in 2012 after being diagnosed with breast cancer. We profoundly miss Lorraine’s love, her guidance, her strength of conviction and her compassion. Lorraine was pre-deceased by her brother Louis and father Jerry. She is survived by her mother Nancy; sister Linda Bentley (George); brother Ray (Maureen); children Robin Diether (Natalie) and Kelly Diether; life partner Rob; many nieces and nephews and CEEDS members Greg, Rod and Karen. A gathering to celebrate and honour Lorraine’s life will take place May 2 at the Lone Butte Community Hall. Time will be announced later.
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FULL TIME SERVICE COORDINATOR/ ACCOUNTS REC CLERK. Successful applicants will enjoy working with people and be able to work in a busy environment, require good phone skills, basic bookkeeping and experience in all these areas. Duties are booking service calls, answer phones, fill out of town orders, accounts rec billing/receiving payments, gain product knowledge, serve customers in store. Competitive wages and benefit pkg. Drop off resume to New Waves Pool & Spa, 74 Broadway Avenue North, Williams Lake
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is looking for a full time - Hairstylist - Nail Technician - Body Piercer Must be certified. Drop resume off at 101 - 383 Oliver Street. Looking for reliable hard working individual person(s) for residential building cleaning, must have own transportation, self-motivated and able to work independently, willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends, evenings and month ends. Please apply by fax 250-305-2293 or email jj-schulz@hotmail.com
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Home Stay Families HOST FAMILIES needed! Northern Youth Abroad is looking for families to host 2 youth from Nunavut/NWT volunteering in your community July/August. www.nya.ca or Toll-Free 1-866-212-2307.
Westline Harvesting Ltd. and Troyco Enterprises Ltd. require experienced Logging Truck Drivers for Full Time work in our Williams Lake and Clearwater areas commencing immediately. Westline and Troyco provide stable, consistent, long term employment. We pay industry competitive wages, and provide an extended health car plan, dental plan, disability insurance, life insurance and a registered pension plan package. Interested applicants should fax their resume to 250-392-2836, email their resume to gabe@clusko.com or drop their resume off in person at 4605 McRae Street, Williams Lake.
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Nenqayni is a residential alcohol and drug treatment centre providing holistic healing to First Nations and Inuit youth and families in a safe and secure environment. Please visit our website for further information. • Qualified applicants for the 2 Counsellor positions should have a solid grounding in and experience with adult and youth addictions treatment and the ability to deliver one-on-one or group counselling. Periodic travel may be required. Relevant post-secondary education or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Salary range is $18.00 to $30.00 per hour depending on education and experience. The temporary full time counsellor position ends on or before May 15, 2015 but may be extended. • Weekend coach position is for 15 hours on Sundays. Previous coaching experience required. Wage scale range is $14.00 to $19.00 per hour. • Cook assistant is a casual, on-call position as needed. Food Safe Certificate required. Wage scale range is $14.00 to $19.00 per hour.
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SENIOR FINANCIAL ADVISOR Scotiabank is one of North America’s premier financial institutions and Canada’s most international bank. Almost 52,000 employees of Scotiabank and its affiliates provide personal, commercial, corporate and investment banking services to individuals, small and medium-sized businesses, corporations and governments in more than 50 countries around the world. As a member of the Scotiabank team, you will contribute directly to the success of Williams Lake Branch business growth by: Primarily focusing on retaining relationships and growing business through comprehensive financial plans. The ideal candidate must have the following credentials: License to Sell Mutual funds and Successful completion of the CIFP Diploma in Financial Planning. (or Bank Recognized equivalent) This exciting career opportunity will provide you with an excellent compensation package, flexible benefits, and opportunities to grow, develop and advance within a progressive, fast paced environment.
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Hungarian over & under 12 gauge shot gun. Right hand model, checkered woodwork,new cond.. Never been fired. A must see; Antique set of log loading tongs in working cond. Made by Blacksmith from Drill Steel; 45 gal galvanized steel drum from North Battleford, SK area in 1942; McCulloch 2 man falling saw. Model 99. Ideal for rebuilding or refurbishing. Has 3 bars & chains; Hand saws various lengths; Falling and bucking saws. 250-296-0139
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IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161. LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
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STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS. “Really big sale!� All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Call Pioneer Steel at 1-800-668-5422 or online: www.pioneersteel.ca
Musical Instruments ACOUSTIC Guitar Sigma Model DM-4B Prepared by C.F. Martin & Co. Carrying case included. $600. 1-250392-1987
Real Estate Business for Sale DVD RENTAL business. Selling due to illness. Fully stocked $5500.00 OBO. www.tigressevideorentals.com 250-542-0473
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Pups For Sale - 3/4 Lab, 1/4 Border Collie. 10 weeks old. They had their first shots. $250. 250-392-0720
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Appliances RECONDITIONED Washer/dryers, electric stoves, etc. 6 Month Guarantee Will deliver in town 250-305-6344 days 250-392-7064 evenings
Garage Sales Multi-Family/Moving Indoor Garage Sale Saturday, Feb. 7 8:00am - 5:00pm 261 Westcoast Rd (Wildwood) Clothes, kitchenware, exercise equip, furniture, TV’s, tools, & lots more.
Auctions BUD HAYNES & Ward’s Firearms Auction. Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m., 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton, Alberta. One Man’s Collection, store dispersal, case lots, ammo, etc. Consign now. Catalogue w/pictures online. Phone 403347-5855 or 780-451-4549; www.budhaynesauctions.com; www.WardsAuctions.com.
Furniture Love seat, chesterfield, Sony 41� TV & reclining chair. 1160 Moon Ave. (250)392-6417
Misc. for Sale Farrier Supplies - Anvil stand with vice, propane forge w/ tank included. Misc hand tools, shoes etc. 1-250-394-4688 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD available online: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT or call 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
Furnished or unfurnished, close to schools and on bus route. Clean, well-managed, on-site laundry, assigned parking with plug-ins. Please Call 250-305-4598 or 250-302-9108
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Std POODLE pups, CKC, M/F, 16 wks, trained, all shots, health guar’t, exc. pedigree, $1800. Camaraderie Kennels, Victoria (250)381-0855
1 & 2 bedroom suites. Most desirable apartments for seniors. Clean and quiet. Next to Boitanio Park behind Boitanio Mall. Suite comes with heat, hot water, elevator, patio or balcony, fridge, stove and dishwasher. Laundry facility on site, no pets.
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Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrm suite in 4plex, downtown, clean heat incl, coin w/d, storage, cat/sm dog ok, $723 Avail Mar. 1st (250)296-4429 Beautiful spacious 2bd suite in 4-plex. 1 (604)767-1600 www.LivingSpace4Rent.com
1992 Doublewide trailer in Northside Village Adult only trailer park. Beautifully updated, new furnace, water softener, stainless appliances, oors, etc. Appraised at and asking; $137,000.00 (250)398-2949
Mobile Homes & Parks 1979 2 bdrm mobile w/addition. 4 appl., new bathroom. Needs work. Taking offers. 250-392-2005
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1 and 2 bedroom apartments for rent, under new management, newly renovated, large suites with balconies, includes hot water.
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Immediate availability, clean, quiet, secure entry, close to schools, on bus route. Please Call 250-392-2997 or 250-302-9108 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE www.williamslakeliving.com 1bdr. apartment, large kitchen close to downtown. $600/mo. incl. util. (250)392-6699 Alana 2bdrm apt for rent. Suitable for family with one child or single parent. One family member must have a disability & they must qualify for subsidy. Phone: (250)392-7712
March 1- 3bdrm, 2 bath, full bsmt, rec room, F/S, shed. No Pets. $950/mo (250)398-5145
Homes for Rent 1bdrm small house on South Lakeside. Near bus stop. Ideal for single working person. No dogs. Call (250)392-3037 after 5:30pm 3bdr. house, Midnight Drive, Working people preferred. avail. immed. Seeking long term tenants. 250-398-6918 or 250-267-3836 4bdrm house near Safeway, no pets, no smoking inside. $1050/mo +util. Ref required. Avail Mar. 1st Ph: (250)3927880 to view.
Senior Assisted Living
Independent Living Suites Wheelchair accessible. Pet friendly.
2 weeks to completion of the New Independent Living Suites. Call now to view and reserve your suite today. 250-305-3318. Williams Lake Seniors Village
Suites, Lower 2 bdrm ground level. Close to school & bus stop. n/p. $800/mon util incl. Avail immed. 250-305-1213 Bachelor suite, close to bus stop. Heat/hydro incl. South Lakeside. Call (250)392-3037 after 5:30pm
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Townhouses DOWNTOWN LOCATION 2&3 BEDROOM SUITES FOR RENT In ideal downtown location, walking distance for shopping, recreation center & senior center, ideal for working professionals or retirees. Please Call 250-302-9108 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE www.williamslakeliving.com
1 AND 2 BEDROOM NEWLY RENOVATED SUITES
Excellent location, walking distance to all amenities, suit working professionals please. Please call 250-305-4972 or 250-302-9108 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE www.williamslakeliving.com Live in beautiful new townhouse located on Hamel Road, 3bdrms, 3bath, 2 car garage, large patio overlooking lake, open kitchen and living area, lots of storage. This is an excellent area and is a rancher-style townhouse. All new appliances. Rent $1500. 250-398-0069
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2013 Polaris 800 Sno Pro 163 Track, spare gas can, tunnel & seat bag, decal kit, front & rear bumpers, stingers & cover. 800 miles. $7500. (250)303-0450
Trucks & Vans 1992 Chevy Pickup with snowplow. $4,000 obo. 250989-4711
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2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600
VERNON
200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 542-3000
PENTICTON
ANDRES CAR AUDIO WEST KELOWNA 1881 Harvey Avenue (250) 860-1975
ANDRES WIRELESS
101-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. (250) 493-3800
VERNON
WEST KELOWNA
KAMLOOPS
101-2601 Skaha Lake Rd. 200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 493-3800 (250) 542-3000
#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600
KELOWNA
2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600
Villiage Green Mall (250) 542-1496
PENTICTON
ANDRES WIRELESS Cherry Lane Mall (250) 493-4566
#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600
KELOWNA
2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600
WEST KELOWNA #200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600
745 Notre Dame Drive (250) 851-8700
VERNON
200-3107 - 48th Ave. (250) 542-3000
KAMLOOPS ANDRES WIRELESS ANDRES WIRELESS ANDRES B USINESS ANDRES CAR AUDIO
745 Notre Dame Drive (250) 851-8700
CASTLEGAR
Aberdeen Mall (250) 377-8880
215 - 450 Lansdowne Mall (250) 377-8007
CRANBROOK
200-1965 Columbia Ave. 101 Kootenay St. North (250) 365-6455 (250) 426-8927
300 St. Paul Str. (250) 377-3773
TELUS KIOSK
KELOWNA
NELSON
2153 Springfield Road (250) 860-2600
Chahko Mika Mall (250) 352-7258
PRINCE GEORGE WILLIAMS L AKE 100 MILE H OUSE 2591A Vance Rd. (250) 563-4447
299 Oliver Str. (250) 398-8522
916 Alpine Ave. (250) 395-4015
KELOWNA CAR AUDIO KAMLOOPS CAR AUDIO WEST KELOWNA 154 Victoria Str (250) 314-9944
#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600
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KELOWNA
VERNON
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KAMLOOPS
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KAMLOOPS
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PRINCE GEORGE 100 MILE H OUSE 2591A Vance Rd. (250) 563-4447
916 Alpine Ave. (250) 395-4015