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It’s Better at Home for local seniors The Ashcroft “Better at Home” project is continuing to help seniors in Ashcroft and Cache Creek live independently in their own homes, while providing simple non-medical services such as light housekeeping or yard work, minor home repairs, grocery shopping, transportation to help people shop or get to appointments, and in winter a snow-shovelling service. It ensures that seniors continue to play an active part in the community, with the support and assistance they need to be able to live independently. The program is designed for those aged 65+ who are able to stay in their own homes with a little assistance, says Program Coordinator Nancy Kendall. “We don’t come in and do big services; we just manage things that some people can’t do.” The program is funded by the provincial government through the United Way, which receives reports detailing who is using the service, who is volunteering, and how many are on the waiting list. “We’re almost to capacity with housework,” said Kendall, noting that more volunteers are needed. She stresses that volunteers can be very specific about what they can do, and how often they do it. “If someone is only able to drive one person to one appointment a month, that would be great.” In addition to housework, yard work, and driving, Kendall says that volunteers are also needed to do “friendly visiting”: “Chat with someone, have a cup of tea, maybe play a game.” Kendall underlined the importance of having volunteers, and those they help, register with Better at Home. “If you’re being a snow angel, and shovelling the driveways of a couple of elderly neighbours, that’s great. But please come and register yourselves with Better at Home. That way, when we send in reports, we’re showing the volunteers, the recipients, and the need in our area.” Anyone who is interested in the program, either for him- or herself or for a family member, can contact the office for more information, even if they aren’t quite ready to use the service, said Kendall. “We can put your name on a waiting list, and call you when you’re ready. If at that time you’re still fine, that’s okay.” She said that waiting lists are also good, as they indicate
THE THIRD ANNUAL ASHCROFT WELLNESS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL was enjoyed by hundreds of attendees last weekend. Clockwise from top: “Elvis” and members of the Company B Jazz Band (photo by Christopher Roden); Uncle Chris the Clown (Wendy Coomber); keeping cool (WC); Elvis with some fans (Barbara Roden); Austen Nathan, first across the finish line in the Kids TRYathlon (WC); WildSafe BC display (BR); the Barnard’s Express stagecoach from Historic Hat Creek Ranch passes the old BX headquarters on Railway (BR). For more see p. 7.
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Coldstream Creek fire
Just before 5:00 pm on July 20, Ashcroft RCMP received a call from the TNRD Emergency Response Team, asking for their assistance in issuing 24 evacuation alerts to residents on North Road, Landon Road, and the 4500 block of Highway 97C whose properties were threatened by the Coldstream Creek fire 15km southeast of Ashcroft. An evacuation alert is intended to give residents as much advance warning as possible should it become necessary for them to evacuate, although changing conditions might lead to limited notice and the need to leave immediately. Anyone who receives an evacuation alert should locate all family members and be prepared to evacuate the residence to an identified safe reception centre; gather essential items such as medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers, photographs, and immediate care needs for dependents; prepare to move any disabled persons or children; collect pets and pet needs; and if possible move livestock to a safe area. The Coldstream Creek fire, which is believed to have been caused by lightning, was discovered on July 20. Located between Ashcroft and Logan Lake, the fire had grown to 600 hectares in size by Tuesday morning and was 0% contained. BC Wildfire Service crews responded immediately, with forty-nine firefighters, six air tankers, three helicopters, and heavy machinery on site. The fire grew quickly, and hot, dry conditions in the area, combined with strong winds, were making fire suppression efforts a challenge. The BC Wildfire Service responded to 24 new lightning-caused fires within the Kamloops Fire Centre on July 19 and 20, which serves as a reminder that as lightning activity within the region increases, extra caution is needed to prevent person-caused wildfires. The Wildfire Service would like to thank the public for their continued support in reporting smoke and wildfires, as these reports have allowed for prompt and efficient response. To report a wildfire or unattended campfire, call 1 800
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the hood of his vehicle while in the Husky parking lot in Cache Creek, and subsequently driven off without it. The phone Barbara Roden has obviously been found and picked up, as when the owner rang the number someone answered it. However, it has not been turned in, and police ask that whoever found Ongoing mischief problem the phone drop it off at the Ashcroft detachment. For the last several weeks a group of have been damaging cars in and around the Quality Glass building on Watch how you park On July 18 at 8:00 am police received a report of a Brink Street in Ashcroft. A complainant notes that the perpetrators appear to be youths, but there are no sus- collision in the parking lot of the Husky in Cache Creek. pects at this time. Any witnesses, or anyone who knows A family had been in their car, which was parked in the the identity of a person or persons involved in the inci- lot, when a commercial vehicle pulled in beside and sideswiped them, causing damage to the car. The drivdents, is asked to contact the local RCMP detachment. er of the commercial vehicle was issued a violation tickWeed whacker woe et for driving without due care and attention. On July 14 at 5:00 pm police received a report that a weed whacker had been stolen from the complainant’s Patience is a virtue With the increase of traffic on area roads during the vehicle, which was parked outside the apartment building at 900 Hill Street in Ashcroft. The whacker was de- summer months, police ask motorists to be patient with scribed as a black Craftsman 4-stroke worth approxi- other drivers. There have been reports of aggressive mately $400. There were no suspects or witnesses. Any- passing, so please take a deep breath, slow down, and enjoy your journey instead. one with information should contact the RCMP.
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Ashcroft RCMP members were at the Wellness Festival last weekend, using a rotating vehicle to demonstrate the dangers of not buckling up. Photo by Wendy Coomber
Drivers, volunteers needed to help out BETTER from p.1
that the service is being well utilized and is necessary. Drivers are able to transport people in and between Ashcroft and Cache Creek. “We can’t promise a ride each time someone needs one, because we have to be sensitive to the needs of our volunteers. Not everyone can drive all the time. Lots of notice is appreciated, because trying to match people to drivers can be a challenge, especially on short notice.” Better at Home also partners with other groups to help seniors in our community. Earlier this year the Ashcroft Volunteer Fire Department worked with Better at Home to identify seniors who needed smoke detectors in their homes, then went and installed the detectors which had been donated to the fire department. The Better at Home office is located at 405 Railway Avenue, and is open Tuesday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Kendall says that by phone at (250) 453-9911 is often the best way to reach her: “If I’m not in the office there’s an answering machine, and I always return calls. “The main point of Better at Home is to get people, both volunteers and those needing assistance, involved. If we show need then the program will keep going.”
Barbara Roden
Ashcroft Volunteer Firefighter Dale Lyon installs a smoke detector as part of a joint initiative between the AVFD and Better at Home. Photo by Josh White
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Reconstruction of fire hall approved From the Cache Creek Council meeting on July 20. Roll call: Mayor John Ranta, Councillors Lisa Dafoe, David Dubois, and Herb Hofer
Fire hall funding approval
The Village’s request for Disaster Funding Assistance for reconstruction of the fire hall, which was badly damaged in the May 23 flood, has been approved, although DFA will only pay for 80% of the costs up to a total of $50,000. On Side Restoration of Kamloops esti‑ mates that the cost of reconstruction will be $40,142.54. Although reconstruction of the hall was listed by the Village as level C—the least critical of the three levels into which reconstruc‑ tion projects were slotted—Mayor Ranta said, when asked, that this was “an easy approval for the government to make.” On Side was awarded the contract for the reconstruction project, with work to start on July 27.
McAbee fossil beds
The Economic Development Committee met with a consulting firm on Tuesday to begin preliminary discussions about the future of the McAbee fossil beds to the east of Cache Creek. The site—an Eocene Epoch fossil locality of 548 square hectares laid down some 52 million years ago in what was then a lake bed—is inter‑ nationally recognized for the diversity of its fos‑ sils, and was taken over as a Heritage Site by the provincial government in July 2012. Since then the beds have been closed to the public, and al‑ though there was talk of an interpretive centre being built at the site—at a cost of some $6–8 million—nothing has happened in the interven‑ ing years. Even though the McAbee beds are outside the Village, it was noted that develop‑ ment of the site would bring significant eco‑ nomic benefits to the region.
Old Cariboo Road
A preliminary Geotechnical Assessment by Westrek Geotechnical Services has iden‑
tified several points of concern on Old Cari‑ boo Road following the May flood. Due to the damage caused by debris it will cost more than $100,000 to restore the road to its pre‑flood con‑ dition, which must be done before the re‑paving project scheduled for this summer goes ahead. The re‑paving is on hold until funding approval can be obtained to restore the road.
Mail fail?
Mayor Ranta noted that at a recent TNRD meeting he took the opportunity to speak with a Canada Post Director of Municipal Engage‑ ment regarding the removal of the bulletin board from the Cache Creek post office earlier this year. The board was an important source of community information and engagement, and Ranta asked the DME why a letter on the mat‑ ter, mailed to Canada Post on February 19, had not yet had a response. The Canada Post official replied that if the mayor hand delivered a letter to her regarding the bulletin board he would re‑ ceive a swift response.
New Chief Administrative Officer
Council welcomed Melany de Weerdt as the Village’s new CAO. Ms de Weerdt comes from Taylor, and said that she is very pleased to be in Cache Creek. Mayor Ranta replied that she was not nearly as pleased as the Village is to have her there, and that he hopes for a long and pros‑ perous relationship.
Landfill stop of interest
It was suggested, at a meeting of the Land‑ fill Advisory Committee on July 20, that Bel‑ korp put a sign by the new methane gas plant at the landfill, explaining what the plant is for those driving past it. It was also suggested that a “Point of Interest” sign on the highway near the road to the landfill might be a good idea. May‑ or Ranta pointed out that while the gas plant is a boon to the area, there isn’t much to see there, and raised concerns about increased traffic on the road.
Barbara Roden
ASHCROFT’S JACKSON HOUSE RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY was the recipient of a cheque for $1,669.18 this week, as the beneficiary of this year’s Community Rewards Program from AG Foods. Ashcroft Safety Mart Store Manager Victor Paulos (r) presents the cheque to Beth Ferris, President of the Jackson House Resident Council; Vice-President Bill Paquette; and resident Jean McAbee. Any local non-profit organization can apply to be part of the program.
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River Festival receives grant MP Mark Strahl announced last week that the Government of Can‑ ada is providing $10,950 in fund‑ ing to the Lytton River Festival So‑ ciety. The funding, which comes from the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage pro‑ gram, will support the River Festi‑ val, now in its 12th year, and will enable the LRFS to showcase the work of more than 120 artists and heritage performers. This year’s River Festival takes place over the Labour Day week‑ end, Sept. 4‑6. The Festival is ex‑ pected to attract more than 1,800 people, and will include live music‑ al performances, hands‑on artist‑ delivered workshops, and First Na‑ tions drumming and dancing. “The Lytton River Festi‑ val is a popular event that fea‑ tures the ‘Peoples of the Rivers’— the Thompson and Fraser—and the present and historic role they have played in the small commun‑ ity of Lytton,” says Bernie Fand‑ rich, President of the LRFS. “With‑ out Canadian Heritage funding, it would have been almost impos‑ sible to develop the strong First Nations component that is integral to this family‑oriented festival.” This year’s festival starts at 8:30 am on Sept. 4 with “Walk the West Side”, a stroll along the Fra‑ ser to celebrate the two rivers, and finishes with a community dinner at 5:30 pm on Sept. 6, with enter‑ tainment provided by First Nations blues performer Gerald Charlie. In between will be non‑stop entertain‑ ment from musicians, Circus West, a fire dancer, cultural performers, and more, while artisans demon‑ strate their crafts, participants learn how to hand drum, kayak, or rock climb, and locals show off their performing skills. Fandrich is especially pleased
with the inclusion this year of a performance by the Savage Soci‑ ety. It’s the brainchild of local ac‑ tor and playwright Kevin Loring, and will present the second phase in the “Songs of the Land” com‑ munity project. Savage Society will be taking an ancient tradition‑ al Nlaka’pamux story, “The Bat‑ tle of the Birds”, and creating a show using community members. An opening feast and informative discussion will be held at the Lyt‑ ton Memorial Hall at 6:00 pm on August 4, and anyone interested in learning more or taking part is welcome to attend. The completed project will debut at the Festival at 2:30 pm on Sunday, Sept. 6. The Festival will also coincide with Cache for Gold, a major Geo‑ caching event sponsored by the Gold Country Communities Soci‑ ety. It starts at 6:00 pm on Sept. 4 at the Caboose Park, then kicks into high gear at 10:00 am on Sept. 5, again at the Caboose Park, with the release of new geocaches and co‑ ordinates. The Lytton Farmers’ Mar‑ ket, Museum, and Visitor Centre will be open throughout the Fes‑ tival, with a storytelling event at the Museum on Sept. 4. The Farm‑ ers’ Market will be full of delights, from local produce and food to unique hand‑crafted items. And no River Festival would be complete without a Lytton trad‑ ition: Chicken Poop Bingo! This hilarious variation on bingo needs to be seen to be believed: picture you, a toonie, a chicken, a few chicken droppings, a (large) bingo board, and lots of anticipation and tension, and you’re getting close! For more information about this year’s Lytton River Festival, visit their website at www.riverfes‑ tival.ca
Barbara Roden
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Watching television isn’t like it used to be “Watching television” might, in the not too distant future, become one of those things that has to be explained to younger people, in the same way that we now have to explain rotary dial phones, record players, and how much better Mars bars used to taste to anyone born after about 1990. There are two reasons for this: the number of people who watch a given television show has been steadily decreasing for years, and the people who actually watch these shows on a television set at the time they’re originally broadcast is likewise declining. In 1950/51, 61% of all houses with televisions in the U.S. watched Texaco Star Theater, making it the most popular show of the year. With the odd exception, the most watched TV show of every year since has had a smaller and smaller audience share, so that All in the Family in the early 1970s was watched by 30% of households with TVs, ER in the mid-1990s was watched by 22%, and in this century American Idol reached a high of 17% in 2006/07 and dropped steadily after that, proving that there’s a limit to how much punishment some viewers can take. This declining audience share can be explained, in part, by how many hundreds of TV channels are now available. Name a specialty interest, and you’ll probably find a channel devoted to it somewhere at the far reaches of your channel guide. When there were only a handful of channels, it was possible for something like the final episode of M*A*S*H to be watched by a mind-boggling 125 million people in the U.S. alone, a number that today’s TV executives can only dream about. Nowadays those 125 million people are, between them, probably watching approximately 127 different shows at the same time on a given night, which not only drives shows’ audience share down, but also makes it much tougher to discuss your TV viewing at work the next day (and if you do find someone who watched what you did, there’s sure to be a third person who recorded it, or is waiting for the DVD to come out, who will be glaring at you as they hiss “No spoilers!”). Which illustrates another reason why “watching television” in the traditional sense is, if not dead, then not in good health. Long gone are the days when if you wanted to watch a certain show, you had to make sure you were in front of your TV on the date and at the time when it aired. These days people are as likely to record a show and watch it when it’s convenient for them, not the network; or catch up with it online; or wait until the DVD is available. Or they’re cutting the cable altogether, fed up with companies which insist (as is the case with our provider: thanks, Shaw) that if you want Turner Classic Movies you can only have it if you get several children’s TV channels as well. They’re turning to providers like Netflix to supply their viewing needs, getting what they want when they want it, and foregoing TV sets in favour of computer screens and tablets. So “watching television” might be going the way of “listening to music on a cassette”. What’s a cassette? I hear someone ask. Let me explain. . . .
A TANGLED SPIDER’S WEB OF BRANCHES once supported a tree swing outside one of the houses of the Beam Station near Ashcroft Manor, which burned down one year ago. Photo by Barbara Roden
Of water and fire
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Dear Editor, Has anyone noted that the big FOR SALE sign for a property on the way to Kamloops says, as a sales trigger, “Good Water”? Real estate folks have come to know that good, clean water is a highly prized commodity in many people’s minds, and can indeed make or break a sale. Water is one of the most attractive commodities our community has to offer. This is not, to my knowledge, discussed a great deal, but it should be, as it is important to seniors with health issues, families with children, and even property owners, potential investors, or home buyers. They all take water quality into consideration when choosing a place to live or do business. Water continues to be one of the biggest concerns across North America, and one of our most precious commodities. The province has issued a drought alert: from level one (watering once a week) to level four: no watering at all! The province has announced fishing closures on many rivers due to high water temperatures and worries about the survival for many species of a most precious resource: our fisheries! Where does Spences Bridge stand through this crisis? As of this writing, full speed ahead. There are NO cuts to water restrictions: ten hours every other day, and our system seems to be doing fine despite a few businesses and residences watering every day and after 11:00 am, in direct violation of the regulations. The water sys-
tem uses the time between 11:00 am and 6:00 pm to recover. When watering during those hours, less recovery is inevitable, and can lead to reduced watering hours. It affects the entire town when watering hours are cut, so it is of extreme importance to be diligent. We have water that has never once—despite being tested twice a week— failed a test; water that has never once had a boil alert issued, and I would say (despite some shouts of disgust) that Spences Bridge is very lucky! Fire protection is also of extreme importance for anyone living in, or wanting to move to, a new town. Recently I had a couple visit the fruit stand. They said they were talking to a Spences Bridge resident, and he said Spences Bridge had no fire protection. The couple then questioned him, because they had heard that we did indeed have fire protection. The couple was then told by this resident that this was a lie. I find this very disturbing at best, and detrimental to property values at worst, as we most certainly do have fire protection. How many folks in town are telling how many folks that we don’t have fire protection in Spences Bridge? How many of the folks being told this are spreading this “word of mouth” disaster warning around our province and beyond? Would you go look to buy property in a community that has no fire protection? Would you even go there for a visit? This reckless advertis-
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ing has been going on for some time now, and it not only hurts the image of our beloved community, but may also negatively impact property values. I also find it disturbing that a letter circulating around town suggests that “most of Spences Bridge was led to believe that the money for our new water works was intended for Murray Creek”. This is simply not true! I went to every meeting when decisions were being made surrounding our water supply. Never was Murray Creek considered an option. In fact, on April 8, 2008 (I can obtain the minutes if anyone would like) there was much discussion over whether the new system should be a joint venture with Cooks Ferry or a standalone. There were 36 locals in attendance along with people from the TNRD, Cooks Ferry, and others. A vote was taken choosing between the two options. The vote was 36 to 0 in favour of the joint system. An official vote was subsequently taken of the community (a document which many have seen), and the town voted in favour of our new water system. You can try to turn back the clock of democracy, but it is a long, hard road to travel. Many of us voted in favour of our current system; never were we voting on anything to do with Murray Creek. If you thought so, you were either not at the meetings or not paying attention. Was it the right vote to make? That’s something each of us has to decide for ourselves; but those folks who were not in the Bridge during those times may need to hear both sides of the story. I am certain many
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New school name still a hot topic have not. I would welcome any conversation, but as many of you know I was asked to not attend the “Friends of Murray Creek” meetings, as the TNRD was not welcome until a course of action was decided. I have respected this request, but would be happy to speak with anyone who would like clarification. I love my job; our little place; the farm; and most everything about Spences Bridge. I will always call Spences Bridge home! Paulet and I never imagined a place like this: great history; magical landscape; diverse wildlife; but most of all our friends—incredible! Our greatest wish is that Spences Bridge becomes a melting pot of family, culture, and creativity, where camaraderie, not conflict, takes centre stage. A community where problems are solved in private, where future plans are made together, and where every day is a good day: because you get to call Spences Bridge HOME!
Steve Rice, Spences Bridge TNRD Director, Area I
New name reflects input Dear Editor, Over the last few weeks, the Board of Education has received letters and a petition regarding the selection of the name for the new K-12 school in Ashcroft: “Desert Sands Community School”. Many of these letters have also been reprinted in The Ash‑ croft‑Cache Creek Journal. While the Board has been replying to the individuals who have sent letters and delivered the petition, we feel it is also appropriate to provide information to the readers of The Journal. When the difficult decision was made to close Ashcroft Elementary and renovate Ashcroft Secondary to a K-12 school, the District proceeded with the required preparations and renovations to ensure the school would be ready for students and staff in Sept. 2015. One of the important tasks to consider was the renaming of the new school. Staff members of Ashcroft Elementary and Secondary schools developed a process to gather suggestions and feedback from interested individuals. The process was discussed at PAC meetings, distributed to families through school newsletters, shared with students and local Band Education Coordinators, and advertised on the school Facebook pages. Of note are the more than one thousand individuals who saw the process as outlined on the Facebook pages. Individuals were invited to submit names via a web-based process and also in paper form at Ashcroft Secondary and Elementary schools. Following the submission of names, school staff reviewed the suggestions and selected six names they felt represented a cross-section of the types of names submitted. The names were then provided for individuals to vote on. The school naming process stated that the Board would receive two to three names to vote on. It did not state that the Board would accept the name with the most votes. At the Open Board meeting at Ashcroft Secondary on June 2, the Board debated the suggested names. At an open forum where any individual in the audience could speak, the Board heard from a member of the public that their preference was for the Board to select a name that reflected the school’s student population. Students are not all from Ashcroft, but also live in communities in the surrounding area. The member of the public noted that when the school teams travel, many
and serve those who elected them. name the school Desert Sands Community I have lived in this community for forty- School was fairly and democratically conone years and have always favoured local ducted and to revisit the name would be unstudents on the teams comment that their autonomy. When the government favoured democratic and unfair considering the many home communities are not acknowledged in amalgamating school districts, I was against people who participated. . . . This informathe cheers. There were other Ashcroft com- it, feeling that smaller communities would tion shows that the name Desert Sands School munity members in the audience, including lose a voice regarding their unique special received the second highest level of support members of the Village of Ashcroft council. needs. When those elected to represent us dis- from stakeholders . . .” (a portion of the letNo other individuals addressed the Board on regard the voice of those they were elected to ter I received from the Board of Education in this topic. The Board considered all informa- represent, perhaps we would be better served response to my letter questioning the process tion and feedback provided to them when de- by having one or two trustees on a larger followed). Using this logic on a slightly larbating and deciding the new name. Follow- board like Kamloops or Merritt. We would ger scale, it would appear that Mr. Romney ing a lengthy discussion, the Board approved certainly have greater resources at our dispos- should be the President of the United States the name “Desert Sands Community School”, al, and perhaps there would be greater interest instead of Mr. Obama, because he received which they felt reflected the many commun- in the selection of the person or persons repre- the second highest number of votes. senting our interests. I would like to introduce another word: ities the K-12 school serves. Perhaps another recourse is recalling oligarchy (“rule by a small group”). When The Board has heard from individuals who feel the process was not fair or open. elected official(s). This is the process fol- the democratic process fails, the next step is That is unfortunate. Over fifty (50) names lowed in parliament when MLAs have ig- often rule by a small group or by one. The were submitted as part of the naming process. nored the will of their constituents. It would electorate must remain vigilant to ensure that When those names were reduced to six, one require consultation with the Ministry of Edu- those representing them do not abuse the trust of the six names contained “Ashcroft” in the cation regarding the procedure to be followed which they have been accorded. Mike Baldwin, Ashcroft title. While 136 individuals (or 40.7%) voted should this become necessary. Why bother conducting an opinfor Ashcroft Community School, 198 individuals (or 59.3%) voted for names that did ion poll and then ignoring the will of not contain Ashcroft. The Board believes the the people? Not responding to a petiDiabetes ... do you have it? naming process was transparent, fair, and re- tion with over 600 signatures simply asking you to revisit your decision and Part 2 of 3 flective of the input received. Diabetes Mellitus is a systemic disease affecting The Board appreciates the interest and perhaps open the matter to further pubmany different parts of the body. The disease is passion shown for the naming of the new lic discussion would appear to show marked by the inability to manufacture or properly K-12 school. A school truly is a reflection contempt for those you serve. use insulin. It impairs the body’s ability to convert Based on the definition of “democof the communities it serves. We believe our sugars, starches, and other foods into energy. new school will be an outstanding facility that racy” set out in Webster’s New Collegi‑ The long-term effects of elevated blood sugar students, staff, parents, and community mem- ate Dictionary, it is difficult to under(hyperglycemia) are damage to the eyes, heart, bers from Ashcroft and the surrounding com- stand “We believe that the decision to feet, kidneys, nerves and blood vessels. munities will be proud of. We Symptoms of elevated blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can include frequent urination, invite you to visit the school in excessive thirst, extreme hunger, unexplained September and join us in celeweight loss, tingling or numbness of the feet brating our new school. or hands, blurred vision, fatigue, slow-to-heal Valerie Adrian, wounds, and susceptibility to certain infections. Xwisten (Bridge River) People who have any of these symptoms and Carmen Ranta, have not been tested for diabetes are putting July 24: Communities in Bloom judges visit and themselves at considerable risk and should see a Cache Creek tour Ashcroft. physician without delay. Co-Chairs, SD #74 Board July 29: Communities in Bloom judges visit and How do you get Diabetes? According to the tour Clinton. of Education Canadian Diabetes Association, the exact cause Aug. 7/8: Desert Daze music festival in Spences of diabetes is not yet known. It is a hereditary Bridge. Two days of music, arts, culture and disorder. Things that are hereditary are inherited agriculture. — passed down through the DNA of your biological parents. Dear Editor, Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. The Cache Diabetes is classified into two types. Type 1: Creek Market is open at the main intersection in Today I am reflecting on previously known as insulin-dependent Diabetes Cache Creek, next to Chums Restaurant, from now the word democracy: “A govmellitus or juvenile-onset Diabetes, afflicts five until October. We welcome both Farmer and Flea ernment in which the supreme to 10 per cent of diagnosed cases of Diabetes. tables. Call 778-207-6957 for vending information. power is vested in the people This type occurs most frequently in children and and exercised by them directadolescents, and is caused by the inability of ly or indirectly through a sysAdd your community events to our the pancreas to produce the insulin needed for online calendar at tem of representation involvsurvival. Type 2: previously called noninsulinhttp://www.ash-cache-journal.com/calendar/ ing periodically held elections.” dependent Diabetes mellitus or adult-onset Diabetes, affects the other 90% to 95% of all When those who represent us diagnosed cases of Diabetes, many of whom use win elections by acclamation, oral medication or injectable insulin to control the through apathy or whatever the disease. The vast majority of these people (80% or FRI., JULY 24th • 6:30 7:15 pm case may be, the people have more) are overweight; many of them are obese, as Roast Pork Loin expressed a lack of interest in obesity itself can cause insulin resistance. $ 10/plate the democratic process. Diabetes affects the feet which can affect the with Stuffing, Roast Potatoes, Vegetables, Gravy, In Canada we have the privquality of life and mobility of millions of Canadians. and Dessert ilege of electing people to repThere is a direct correlation between foot health resent us, and should embrace and overall health and well-being. Every Saturday ~ 3:00 pm Diabetic foot infections are the most common that privilege by having more reason for admission to hospital for diabetics. Hamburgers & Chicken burgers served every Wednesday from Noon than one candidate for each Development of ulcers from minor trauma, Bingo 1st & 3rd Wednesday position, to provide a choice. perhaps an accidental cut or ill-fitting footwear, Doors open 6:00 pm, games start 6:30 pm. We should listen to the poshas preceded 86% of amputations. Crib every Thursday at 7:00 pm itions espoused by candidates, You are the key person in your foot care team. 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Third Wellness Festival a huge success The third annual Ashcroft Wellness and Music Festival last weekend attracted hundreds of people to the Heritage Park on Railway for an event jam-packed with performers, artists, vendors, tours, hikes, yoga, Zumba, and the Kids TRYathlon, which had 57 registered participants this year. Children from as far afield as Vancouver and Kamloops took part, and many of the participants had a chance to brush up on their skills during a Triathlon boot camp the week before. Two lucky participants—one considerably smaller than his prize—won bikes donated by Runners Sole. The Kids’ Zone proved popular, with crafts, face-painting, Uncle Chris the Clown, and a much appreciated water sprinkler to help youngsters cool off. The main stage at the gazebo played host to musical acts Flat Busted, Ritchie and the Fendermen, the Company B Jazz Band, and Ashcroft favourite Steve Elliott,
reprising his tribute to the King, Elvis Presley (and throwing in a little Roy Orbison and Johnny Cash for good measure). New this year was a “healing garden” at the Wellness Centre, where people could go for reflexology or massage; and the sushi-making session was well attended as ever, with those taking part able to take their efforts home with them to enjoy later. The stagecoach from Historic Hat Creek Ranch was on hand to drive people around downtown Ashcroft, making those who rode it appreciate our well-upholstered modern vehicles. An ecumenical church service on Sunday morning, followed by a gospel music with “Elvis”, drew even more people to the Heritage Park. Once again, the event demonstrated that wellness comes in many forms: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Congratulations to the volunteers who made it all happen!
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More to the fire department than fighting fires When Ashcroftonians hear the air raid siren sound each week, they know it means that it’s 7:00 Tuesday night. What they might not also realize is that it signals the start of another training session for the Ashcroft Volunteer Fire Department. The word “volunteer” in the name of the organization is one that Fire Chief Josh White hopes members of the public don’t misunderstand. “I think a lot of the public have a misconception regarding the concept of ‘career’ vs. ‘volunteer’,” he says. “They often think that the career firemen are professionals. Anyone in the volunteer fire service is also a professional.” That’s where the weekly training sessions come in, featuring a variety of exercises. They range from SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) training, to working on and maintaining the hoses, to highway rescue exercises featuring Jaws of Life practice on old vehi-
cles using a variety of different techniques. Last week’s training session was kept a secret from the department until the call came through from White back to the hall: he acted the part of a member of the public reporting a “grass fire” at the Legacy Park. The name of the road leading to the park was changed not long ago, to Riverview Crescent, which was one of the reasons White chose that location for the exercise. “It added a new wrinkle,” he said. “People can get complacent about road names because they don’t usually change.” An added difficulty was a fire hydrant that wasn’t as accessible as most. “The crew gets used to hitting hydrants during practice that are pretty easy to get to,” he said. “This one wasn’t.” A debriefing session takes place after each week’s practice, and after every emergency the department attends. “We talk about the positives, but also discuss where we can learn from our mistakes. There’s always something new to learn.” White stresses, however, that the Ashcroft Fire Department isn’t just about dealing with life-or-death situations. “If you see Rescue 1 pulled up in front of someone’s house, it’s not necessarily an emergency.” This is because White is trying to make the fire department more proactive in the community. Earlier this year department members installed smoke detectors in the homes of several seniors who needed them, in partnership with the Better at Home program. White wants the public to know that the fire department is there to be contacted if people have fire-related questions. “We’re trying to encourage safety in the community. If you’re getting nuisance alarms from your smoke detector, call us. Some people remove the batterAshcroft Volunteer Firefighter Tim Roden hits the hydrant at ies from their smoke detector if they’re the Legacy Park during a recent “mystery” training exercise. getting a lot of false alarms. That’s a Each weekly session focuses on a different aspect of fire and safety hazard, and we ask people to rescue. Photo by Barbara Roden give us a call and we’ll come and check
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it out and see what’s wrong. It could be something as simple as being located too close to the kitchen.” The department is already proactive in the community, taking part in a variety of different events such as the Rodeo and Santa parades, the popular “Skate with Santa” at the Drylands arena, the “Fire Chief for a Day” event at the elementary school, and having information booths at the Wellness Festival and the Fall Fair. “At this year’s Fall Fair we plan to do a Jaws of Life demonstration, and are hoping to do a low level water blasting session with the hoses,” said White. He was also pleased with the decision to have many of the firefighters in this year’s Rodeo parade down mingling with the crowd instead of riding on the trucks. The fire department is always looking for new recruits. There are 20 members at the moment, and while the junior program is full, with four members, there’s room for another five people aged 19+ to take part. The time commitment is two hours a week every Tuesday evening, and White believes there’s a place for everyone. “We try not to turn anyone away.” It’s possible to help out the fire department in another way: by donating unwanted vehicles for use in training exercises involving the Jaws of Life. These exercises are vital in preparing firefighters for the real-life demands of an accident, but they can only be carried out if the department has vehicles on which to train. “Donated vehicles are always welcome,” says White. “We’ll pick up the vehicle, and then drop off what’s left if the owner wants it back for scrap.” It isn’t all serious, all the time, however. The Ashcroft fire department was happy to take part in the smoke show at this year’s Graffiti Days in Cache Creek, with a car donated by Ashcroft’s Friendship Auto; a contest in which the AVFD defeated the Cache Creek Fire Department entry. “We’re looking forward to educating the CCFD on burnouts at next year’s Graffiti Days,” said White with a grin. At the end of the day, says Chief White, the Ashcroft fire department isn’t just about fighting fires. “It’s about being part of the wellness of the community. We want to be more public oriented, and the whole department is motivated in this area. We want to be out there, doing things in the community. And what we’re seeing coming back from the community is great.”
Barbara Roden
Lytton “Still Standing” in upcoming CBC show The Village of Lytton gets to show that it’s Still Standing, when an episode of the popular new CBC show of that name airs in August; and the Lytton Chamber of Commerce hopes to arrange a special advance screening. Hosted by comedian-actor Jonny Harris, Still Standing visits a different Canadian small town each week, where Harris gets to meet the locals and listen to their stories. The towns he visits are, in his words, “against the ropes but still hanging in there”; managing to hang on—some just barely—despite changing demographics, the exodus of younger people, and the decline of local industries. Harris is probably best known for playing Constable George Crabtree in the hit series Murdoch Mysteries, but he began as a stand-up comedian and comedy writer, and brings this sensibility to the show, using humour to spotlight the foibles and follies of small town life. It helps that Harris comes from this same background: he grew up in Pouch Cove, Newfoundland (pop. 1,866), so can sympathize with people who live in a place where everyone knows your name and business, and “heavy traffic” means waiting for three cars to pass before you can make a turn.
Each episode of Still Standing shows Harris talking with locals, visiting different locations, and finding out what makes the town and its inhabitants tick. At the end of the show he performs a stand-up routine for the residents, with material gleaned during his stay in the community. Bernie Fandrich, President of the Lytton Chamber of Commerce, says that Harris was in and around the town for several days a year ago. “He spoke to a good cross-section of Lytton ‘characters’,” said Fandrich, adding that “Lytton probably has more than its fair share of characters.” He describes Harris as “Very quiet and a good listener. He asked a lot of questions, and obviously remembered what people said; his comedy stand-up routine at the end was very good.” Episodes of the series that have already aired prove that it’s an affectionate and funny look at small town life with absolutely no condescension or cruelty, and proves that Canadians know how to laugh at themselves. Still Standing—the Lytton edi-
tion—airs on the CBC on Tuesday, August 18 at 9:30 pm. However, the Chamber will be able to obtain an advance screening copy of the episode, and is meeting this week to give serious
thought to airing the show earlier in the evening of the 18th, on a big screen at Kumsheen Rafting, possibly in conjunction with a picnic dinner. Further details will be provided as they become available.
Barbara Roden
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Outdoor moonlight movie coming to Ashcroft Ashcroft Music in the Park
The Winding Rivers Arts and Performance Society presents a Music in the Park outdoor concert on Wed., July 29 with The Jessica Stuart Few. Bring your favourite lawn chair or blanket to the Heritage Park Gazebo, and come early for a great seat. The music starts at 6:30 pm with the Andean sounds of Brian Benner (guitar) and Denise Tapia (flutes). Their music combines many Spanish music elements with folklore melodies from Ecuador and Peru.
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The music schedule for the sixth annual Desert Daze Music Festival in Spences Bridge has been confirmed; Brian Michael Tanas and what a line-up it is! Mark your calpassed away peacefully at the age of endars now for August 7-8, two days of Kids Arts Camp returns 71 years at Jackson House Residential Care on July 5, 2015. The Winding Rivers Arts and Perthe best things in life: blues, folk, counHe will be sadly missed by his loving formance Society is pleased to antry, and rock music, along with food wife Laila, and children Edward William and fun in the desert sun and a mag- nounce that this year’s Arts Camp will (Renee) Tanas of Calgary, and Katharine May (Benjamin) Bassarab of Riverview, nificent setting. The event is held at the be bigger and better than ever. It’s deNew Brunswick. He is also survived by signed for students entering Kinderold school grounds, and will feature an his brother Bernie and sister Rosann, eclectic mix of fantastic local and “im- garten through to Grade 12, with elehis grandchildren Michael Tyler, Michelle Kayla, and Max Bassarab, Samantha Leanne Tanas, ported” musicians and bands, play- mentary students singing with Sabrina Brian Weid, Devon Raynard & Melissa Raynard as well as great Weeks and Mike Hilliard, painting with ing music you can move grandchildren Laya Tanas, Mackenzie and Chanelle Bassarab, Jo Petty, playing music with David Duto, groove to, and clap, Ricki and, Julian Raynard, and Kade and Cole Dalton. sing, and dance along with. mont, and acting with Mavourneen He will also be remembered by his step children Kenichi, Keisha & King of the Philippines. There’s sure to be some- Varcoe-Ryan. New this year is a class Brian was predeceased by his wife Carolyn Emily in 2007, and his for high school students, who will have thing to please everyone in son David Brian in 2004. the opportunity to work on a special the family; no matter what Brian was a long time employee with BC Rail, working as a Nadine kind of music you like, week-long project with Gareth Smart! car-man and diesel engineer. He loved to travel and had an Davenport The camp will be held at Crossamazing sense of adventure. Over the years he made many trips you’ll find lots of it at the to Mexico, Cuba and the Philippines. He enjoyed golfing, and Roads Pentecostal Church in Cache creativecurrent@ 2015 Desert Daze Festival! watching baseball, as well as his visits to the casino. Creek from Aug. 17-21; classes run telus.net Visit www.desertdaze.ca Celebration of Life Services took place at 2:00 PM on Thursday, for a complete line-up and from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, with a lunch July 9, 2015 from St. Gerard’s Catholic Church in Ashcroft. break at 11:30. Students are required Donations in Brian’s memory may be made to the Canadian more information. Breast Cancer Foundation. to bring a bagged lunch; snacks will be The Jessica Stuart Few not only Online condolences may be made at vvvvvv.tvfh.ca provided. The cost is $50 for the first make distinctive-sounding music, Ashcroft Moonlight Movie Interior Savings Credit Union pre- child in a family and $30 for each addithey’re also innovators. When it comes to this group, the concept of genre need sents an Ashcroft Moonlight Outdoor tional sibling. Register by phone (250Thompson Valley Funeral Home Ltd. not apply. Their music is influenced by Movie event on Wednesday August 26 453-0036), email (windingriversarts@ Ordinary people. Extraordinary care. 250-453-9802 ~ 1-800-295-5138 folk, soul, rock, and jazz; think of them featuring the animated film Big Hero 6. gmail.com), or online (windingriversarts.ca) by Aug. 7. The event starts at 7:00 pm at the pool as a “folk-jazz power trio”. Jessica’s unprecedented take on the park with a concession and acJapanese koto (a 13-stringed harp), her tivities, with the movie starting exceptional guitar work, and signature at dusk (approximately 8:30 songwriting are innovative and refresh- pm). Admission is by donaing, earning The Few mainstage per- tion, with all proceeds going to formances at festivals worldwide. Stu- the Desert Hills Tri Club. art exhibits a pitch-perfect vocal sensIRONMAN ibility reminiscent of Joni Mitchell, Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra dinner concert with stunning three-part harmonies. Admission is free, but pass-the-hat in Ashcroft The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure notifies the public of the The Grand Central Stadonations are encouraged. IRONMAN Canada Whistler/Pemberton Triathlon. tion will co-host a dinner conEvent cyclists will travel along the Sea-to-Sky Highway 99 between Whistler and Pemberton, Lillooet Apricot Festival cert featuring the fabulous sixon Callaghan Valley Road and Pemberton Meadows Road. Lillooet’s Annual Apricot Tsaqwem piece gypsy folk band Tequila Festival is the weekend of July 24-26. Mockingbird Orchestra on To ensure safety, this event will result in traffic pattern changes, delays and closures Events include the Lillooet Farmers’ Thurs., August 27. The event on Sunday, July 26, 2015: Market Friday and Saturday, the Lil- will be held at Ashcroft’s newVancouver to Whistler: looet Golf Tournament, a street dance, est eatery, with doors opening • Highway 99 Northbound Open all day to Alpine Way/Whistler. live bands, a beer garden, dinner at the at 5:30 pm and the music startWhistler to Pemberton: Legion on Saturday, a “Baking with ing at 7:30. Tickets are avail• Highway 99 Northbound Closure, between Alpine Way/Whistler to apricots and Saskatoon berries” con- able for the dinner and show or Pemberton, 8:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. test, and much more. just for the show, and are available for advance purchase at Whistler: Romi Mayes in Spences Bridge the UniTea Tea Room and the • Highway 99 Southbound Closure, between Alpine Way/Whistler to Callaghan Valley Road, 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Packing House presents the Grand Central. • Callaghan Valley Road Closure, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. return of good friend Romi Mayes on Tequila Mockingbird OrThurs., July 23. If you haven’t heard chestra has wandered from the Pemberton South: Romi’s music yet, it’s time you did. underground of Bohemian Vic• Highway 99 Southbound Closure, between Portage Road/Pemberton to Mayes is one of the hardest-working in- toria to a new, refined sound Alpine Way/Whistler, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. dependent musicians touring the globe. crafted by years of constant Pemberton Meadows Road: Devil On Both Shoulders, her sixth re- performing and touring togeth• Northbound Road Closure, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. lease, is another testament to why her er. Drawing on flamenco flour• Southbound Road Closure, 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. past albums have numerous awards and ishes learned in Spain, on AfMotorists are asked to travel before or after closure times, allow extra time or plan nominations. rican percussion, on bluegrass, alternate routes. Please exercise caution, watch for traffic control personnel and Mayes is known for her power- and on other roots music from follow all signs. ful lyrical ability that gives life to the across the Americas, TMO words she sings. Her insightful, sweet, has cycled through far-flung Your patience during the event is appreciated. and edgy vocals paint pictures of heart influences and youthful foron her sleeve sincerity and a road well ays into sounds from all over, For more information, visit the DriveBC web site at travelled. The talented players who sur- finding new vistas of creativity www.drivebc.ca or www.IRONMAN.ca round her show how she draws the best that bring them closer to their of the best toward her authentic brand own beginnings and the people of roots music. Dinner is from 5:30 pm, and places that have shaped with music starting at 7:15. Tickets are them. 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Mosaic project seeking volunteers The mosaic project proposed by Marina Papais and Daniel Collett, which has been financially supported by Ashcroft Council, has suffered a minor setback; but both artists are determined that the project will continue. The plan is for the creation of a 12 square foot glass mosaic depicting a sketch made of Railway Avenue by Group of Seven artist A.Y. Jackson. Entitled “Ashcroft, B.C., 6 September 1945”, the graphite on paper sketch depicts the buildings on the west side of Railway between 2nd and 3rd, although the only building still extant is the Grand Central Hotel. Although the sketch is
not in colour, Jackson clearly meant it to serve as the basis for a painting, as a version of it shows the artist’s notes indicating what colours were to be used in different areas. Four smaller pieces are also planned, each measuring four feet by four feet and depicting an aspect of life in and around Ashcroft. It’s hoped that the finished pieces will be displayed throughout the town. Papais and Collett had received permission from the owner to use the old People’s Drug Mart space on Railway, but concerns from the insurers meant the site was not viable. However, the artists
have decided to proceed with the projects, which will be started in their own workshop. Much of the equipment and material has been purchased, says Papais, who is trying to determine what subjects will feature in the smaller pieces. A few suggested themes are tomatoes (to acknowledge the cannery that played a large part in Ashcroft for more than three decades); desert roses or sage or Saskatoon berries; Chukkar partridges and marmots; horses and cattle; juniper trees; agriculture; and the railway, which played such an integral part in the founding of Ashcroft. “An old-style train would be a lot of fun to work with,” says Papais. Community members who would like to take part are invited to participate in the projects. The Jackson piece will
be a complicated one, but Papais hopes that the smaller pieces will attract people wanting to learn more about the art of mosaic-making and help with the creation of the pieces. Four to six hours per week is the anticipated time commitment, and the hours can be scheduled to accommodate individual interest and availability. Papais and Collett were at the Wellness and Music Festival last week with several mosaic pieces in various stages of preparation, and signed up several people interested in working on the proposed mosaics. Anyone else who would like to take part in the project is urged to contact the Village Office (phone (250) 4539161, or e-mail admin@ashcroftbc.ca) with their name and contact information.
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Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Kamloops Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
2525 EAST TRANS CANADA HIGHWAY KAMLOOPS, BC 250.374.4477
SUMMER BLOWOUT 10,000 GIVE-A-WAY!
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All images are for display purposes only. VEHICLES MAY NOT BE EXACTLY AS ILLUSTRATED. No two offers can be combined. One offer per customer only, limit two vehicles per household. At time of printing all vehicles were available. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Dealer retains all rebates, discounts and incentives in order to achieve prices and payments shown in this flyer. Dealer order may be required on all advertised vehicles. All dealer rebates, discounts, factory incentives, prices and interest rates subject to change or end without notice as new Retail Incentive Programs are announced. Vehicle offers end Saturday, August 1, 2015. *Contest begins Monday, July 28, 2015 and ends Saturday, August 1, 2015. No invitation/flyer and/or direct mail piece presented after this time will be valid. For full contest rules and regulation, see event headquarters at Kamloops Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 2525 East Trans Canada Highway, Kamloops, BC. $10,000 Giveaway available prizes are a $5,000 Pre-Paid Gift Card, $3,500 Pre-Paid Gift Card, $1,500 Pre-paid Gift Card, A Holiday Package For Two, no cash value (valued up to $1,500), or A $250 Walmart Gift Card. All gift cards are while supplies last, limited to availability first come first serve, and have no cash value. Certain conditions may apply. See dealer for complete details. Event sponsored by: Kamloops Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 2525 East Trans Canada Highway, Kamloops, BC. (1) We will beat any written and accepted PURCHASE offer signed from a franchise dealer. Quote must have a VIN and stock number and be compared to a same model equipped with same equipment and accessories, valid on in-stock vehicles only. Certain conditions may apply. Customer is responsible for all taxes, and all registration according to the rules of dealership and the Canada Revenue Service. OR We will beat any written and accepted TRADE offer signed from a franchise dealer. Quote must have a VIN. Vehicle value to be determined by dealer, minus reconditioning cost and/or excessive kilometers, certain conditions may apply. Any negative amount will be applied toward purchase of sale vehicle, on approved credit. Trade-in vehicle must be within Canadian Black Book guidelines. Current market conditions apply. If offer cannot be beaten, customer will receive up to $500. Gift card is redeemable for $500 in merchandise only and must be accepted as presented. Card has no cash value, one card with every vehicle purchase. Customs charges, taxes and fees may apply, while supplies last. Available on select units, see dealer for details. (2) Up to $5,000 Cash Back available with purchase, on approved credit, customer can increase amount financed in lieu of vehicle discounts. Must fit lender criteria. See dealer for details. (3) VEHICLES MAY NOT BE EXACTLY AS ILLUSTRATED. All sale prices are with all rebates and discounts off, and or based on $5,000 down payment for 84 Months @ 5%. Prices does not include, tax, fees and PST/GST. All vehicles are on approved credit. Stock#151135B, Cost of borrowing (COB) $3,394.48: Total Obligation (TO) $26,319.48; Stock# U7414A, (COB) $2,260.28: (TO) $20,185.88; Stock#A7472A, (COB) $1,312.32: (TO) $13,237.32; Stock#U7484A, (COB) $1,122.04: (TO) $12,047.04. See dealer for details. (4) All applications accepted from customers who are currently employed full-time with a minimum monthly income of $1,900. Vehicle payment total with current monthly payments must not exceed 50% of gross income. Must provide any documents requested by lender. Bankruptcies must be discharged. Additional down payment of up to 90% of retail value may be required. Must meet lender criteria. (5) On select models. On approved credit. Interest may/will accrue during payment deferment. See dealer for full offer details. (6) Vehicles starting at $5,999. Ex: 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (Stk#U7445A) Sale Price: $5,999. Prices does not include, tax, fees and PST/GST. 2007 and older models cannot be financed. See dealer for details. Although every precaution is taken, errors in price and/or specifications may occur in print. We reserve the right to correct any such errors without prejudice or penalty to ourselves. We are not responsible for typographical errors, nor are we responsible for late receipt of mail. Contact dealerships knowledgeable and professional sales consultants for any questions or more information.