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Crimes in the South Cariboo are on the rise, heard the South Cariboo Joint committee when RCMP Staff Sgt. Blake Ward presented a quarterly summery at its July 13 meeting. “I think one of the biggest things everybody should be aware of is that the crime rate has been increasing ... specifically property crime,” said Ward. He explained the detachment is working with the North District analyst seeking connections and leads toward finding some answers. “We have been able to put names to some of these offences ... unfortunately there are still some outstanding.” Overall stats show property crime is up 4.52 per cent across the whole North District, he noted. “That’s really alarming for us; that’s a big increase.” Ward said the largest peak in the crime rate is for break-and-enters at both businesses and residences. “We have had a major jump in the past six or seven months ... to go from four break-ins that occurred at businesses [in the previous time period] to 13 is a huge, huge hit. “Fortunately enough, we do have some people that have been charged for some of those break-ins, but for some of the others we don’t.” One of the challenges RCMP face is that many of these crimes happen at night, so suspect identification is difficult with only the barest witness reports, such as “a dark-coloured vehicle,” he noted. Ward added access to closed-circuit video monitors has helped in some cases, but across the board, too few businesses have them in regular use. “They either don’t have them turned on, or they don’t have anybody trained to take the data off the equipment, or else they aren’t even working or they are using dummy cameras, and as a result, our investigation office often comes to a standstill.” Police can take fingerprints and evidence from the scene of the crime, but video and witness information is often key to locating suspects, he explained. The detachment commander said the investigation into a recent spree of business break-ins benefited from “very high quality” video imaging from one location, but the others had malfunctioning video equipment. “It seems to be a low priority for area businesses.” The importance of accurate suspect identifications and quality video images is a message RCMP are trying to push out, Ward said, adding trail cams can also be successfully used at residences. Vandalism has also taken a sizable jump, he noted. Continued on A4

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Legion president Bob Wangensteen locked the doors at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #260 at 933 Alder Ave. in 100 Mile House for the final time on July 31. While the doors have been closed, the branch executive will continue to provide services for veterans and sponsor the local cadets.

Legion doors locked

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The building, which has housed the local Legion on Alder Avenue in 100 Mile House for 50 years, had its doors locked for the last time by Legion president Bob Wangensteen. On Aug. 1, Wangensteen said The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #260-100 Mile House will carry on in one form or another. He added they will continue providing services to area veterans. “We’re not losing the Legion. The building is just shut down due to our financial situation.” In a front page story in the July 16 edition of the 100 Mile House Free Press, Wangensteen explained the Legion was out of money and just couldn’t pay its

bills, so it would be better to put a lock on the doors instead of accruing another month of bills. “Everything is so old; you can’t get parts for anything; and no one remembers how it was done. Every time something breaks and it’s a major part, and it costs around $3,000 to $10,000 to fix it.” At that time, Wangensteen said he was waiting to hear back from the Legion BC/Yukon Command (LBCYC) about sending someone to 100 Mile House to look over the financial statements to see if there was something that could be done to rescue the local Legion. However, he added there had been communication problems. Wangensteen said they received a visit from a LBCYC financial officer a few days after the article hit the streets.

“He went through our financial statements and said we were doing what we had to do by closing the doors. He added the building was just wore out.” He said it was the right move and then asked if anybody had any ideas, the Legion president said, adding the officer explained the building is closed, but said we’re not going to lose the Legion. Noting he felt the Legion building is a “white elephant,” Wangensteen said he told the financial officer he thought the executive had to get rid of it. He suggested tearing the building down and then constructing a new one that goes the length of the property and put about six or eight housing units in the back for veterans and seniors, and then have a small Legion up front. Continued on A5

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Around the South Cariboo

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Participants readied their boats (built with recycled materials only) to race around a buoy on Ruth Lake during the 2014 Redneck Regatta. The regatta goes again Aug. 9 as part of Forest Grove’s family fun Redneck Weekend, Aug. 8-9

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Deka’s Ruth Allan was one happy camper when she won the Super G pot at Deka Lake & District Volunteer Fire Department’s Ladies Auxiliary Family Bingo game on July 22. Karin Menning photo

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Owen Jones triumphantly held a kohlrabi above his head during a recent visit to the Community Place Garden at the corner of Birch Avenue and First Street. Owen was there with the Cariboo Family Enrichment’s Pregnancy Outreach participants to do some harvesting.

The 2887 Rocky Mountain Rangers Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps promoted several cadets recently. Capt. Dale Bachmier promoted Allan Faulkner from Master Corporal to Sergeant.

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On behalf of TIMBER MART and the Timber Kids Foundation, store manager Ralph MyhillJones recently donated $1,000 to the Bridge Lake Community School Society president Maria Hamilton.

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Brei Andrews, middle, was one of six successful participants to receive an appreciation certificate recently for completing the Youth Employment Services Program in 100 Mile House. Brei did the work experience portion of the program with Spring Lake Ranch. Lisa De Paoli, executive director of the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre, and Ryan Dugaro, a youth support worker, were on hand to recognize program participants and community members that were involved.

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FAST bytes BUS STOP FINES School District #27 is lobbying for a Safe Stop Campaign to address the growing number of motorists passing school buses stopped for students with the lights flashing. The board will send letters to various levels of governments asking for assistance and support for the campaign launched in Peace River North School District #60 and supported by other districts across British Columbia.

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Jim Keller enjoyed his on- and off-road machines, and is seen here on one of his quads in June 2013. He also spent plenty of time on his snowmobiles and Harley motorcycle, and in his earlier years, was also an expert rider of horses and a unicycle.

The Cariboo loses a legend Well-liked local Jim Keller will be long remembered

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he passing of Jim Keller on July 25 has saddened a great many folks across the South Cariboo who very much liked and respected him. With a whole host of good friends from his more than six decades in the area, many are now reflecting on his amazing life. They say Jim rode into 100 Mile House on his Harley motorcycle in 1953, along with Frank Baron, who was his lifelong best friend until Frank’s passing in July 2012. His other good friends over the years included Donna Barnett and Brian Gilbert who share some of the stories told by, or about him over the years. Jim was born in a cabin in Ontario on Jan. 2, 1931, and it is likely his birth was not registered, as no birth certificate was issued. (His friends recall Jim’s challenge 65 years later to get his Canada Pension, despite having worked and paid taxes his whole life, and how the Ainsworth family lent a hand to get that sorted out.) After his arrival in the South Cariboo, the young man soon earned a repu-

tation for his myriad skills where his antics entertained, from logger sports to cow- and sometimes shocked the boy action, and plenty in patrons as he jumped over between. tables balancing a tray-load His amazing capacity for of drinks or pretended a spill accuracy with throwing was headed for someone’s knives and tossing axes was lap. just the tip of the iceberg On the annual rodeo for this man, who also had a weekend, he always rode his great sense of humour, and horse right into the bar. a somewhat tough exterior, Never liking to be shown but a really soft heart. up by his friends, Jim would Never one to stop learn- challenge them to logger ing more skills, within days sports and marksmanship of buying a unicycle Jim was contests, and pretty much riding it all around town and always won. He once up and down the 99 Mile Hill. “claimed” Frank Baron’s Brian was about fame by beating 12 years old when he him at axe tossing met Jim working at after his friend had Bridge Creek Estate, returned triumphant and recalls how he with Vancouver’s and other children PNE championship. were amazed by Jim worked for the young cowboy’s Ainsworth Lumber excellent riding, and off and on for many Jim finely honed marksyears, particularly in Keller man skills with guns the 1980s, as a faller, and bull whip. in other forestry roles, and at It was a “special treat” for the Ainsworth family’s gold the youngsters when Jim mine. pulled out his six guns, he A miner in his own right, says, adding Jim once out- as well as an avid trapper, performed a United States Jim also worked gold pans number 1 target shooter. and sluice boxes and ran Jim was “a friend to all, traplines in the Likely and and a smart-ass on occa- Horsefly areas. sion,” Brian remarks. Donna notes Jim’s excelEvenings could find Jim lence at snowmobiling, and working as a waiter in the also with cross-country skiExeter Arms Hotel bar, ing, which took him around

the province as a professional event announcer and saw him train many local children how to ski. As one of the South Cariboo's first devoted snowmobilers, Jim was sent out by his friends Jack and Donna Barnett, who had a dealership, to find a good place for snowmobile trails. The site he found, and helped to develop, is now home to the 100 Mile Snowmobile Club track and clubhouse. Jim was a regular participant and organizer for snowmobile races, and his mastery of off-road machines also led him to enjoy ATVs, of which he had several. Chuck Shaw-MacLaren was another longtime chum of Jim's who often participated in those races, along with Chuck's sons. "He was a real Cariboo character," says Chuck. "He did one hell of a lot of development around town, and for nothing – he didn't want any recognition for it. Anytime there was something to do, Jimmy was there to help." When Jim experienced a bad crash on his Harley, he went straight out and bought another one, a blue-andwhite model that became a

familiar sight for years in marking his meanderings around the region. He was very gentle toward animals, and always treated the environment with great care. Jim held a black belt in martial arts, and was a great storyteller who dearly loved to spin a yarn. Anyone who frequents BJ’s Donuts & Eatery regularly will know Jim, a longtime fixture at the coffee shop in his own reserved chair, and have heard some of his stories. “Jimmy was an icon in this area – he was just incredible,” says Donna. She adds he took pride in everything he did and was very independent, never asking for help, but always giving of himself. Jim lived simply – except for his “toys” – and happily on his own, along with his faithful canine companions. He is survived by his daughter, Tracy Walker, and four grandchildren. While Jim would not have wanted any fuss or service, his family and friends are invited to swap tales over the coffeepot on Aug. 16, 1-5 p.m., at 6053 Skaday Rd. (southwest Horse Lake; bring a lawn chair).

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KTC candidates ready extol the virtues of their parties Prime Minister Stephen Harper visited Governor General David Johnston to ask him to resolve Parliament on Aug. 2, which set off the starting gun on an 11-week election campaign that will see Canadians go to the polls on Oct. 19. There are four candidates seeking the opportunity to represent the Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo (KTC) Riding in Ottawa after the election.

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Cathy McLeod The incumbent Conservative candidate says she is ready to run on her record of

delivering for the KTC constituents. “The past seven years has been an honour serving as your member of Parliament and I am extremely proud to have delivered on the priorities of Kamloops, Thompson and the Cariboo. Close to $350 million in federal funding has been invested in strengthening each community in our riding.” She also extolls the party’s national accomplishments that include: • Delivering Canada’s Economic Action Plan, which has supported the creation of more than one million net new jobs; • Reducing the tax burden on Canadian families and seniors to its lowest point in more than 50 years, including the two cuts to the Goods and Services Tax; • Helping keep Canadians safe through

Police focus on property break-ins, theft, vandalism

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“Over the next quarter, the North District will be focusing on those two areas.” Ward explained the local crimes are being perpetrated by both criminals travelling through, and by some “new up-and-coming youth” getting involved in break-and-enters. “Fortunately, one of the youth has left and we’ve seen a decrease in crimes that he was associated with.”

Two groups of local youth who have been in trouble with the law are also now under curfews and conditions, he added. Ward said when suspects are deemed to be travelling, similar crimes have occurred in places like Kamloops, Williams Lake, Quesnel and Kelowna. “Our numbers are so low ... that when we see an increase of two that’s a huge jump, [but] an increase of nine – that’s massive.”

measures such as the Safe Streets and Communities Act; • Promoting and protecting Canadian values of freedom, democracy and the rule of law; and • Keeping the government’s promise to balance Canada’s budget in 2015. “I look forward to the opportunity to continue to invest in the growth of our communities and I hope that I have earned your trust to continue working hard on your behalf.” McLeod also invites all constituents to visit her campaign office at 285 Seymour St. in Kamloops.

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Bill Sundhu The NDP candidate says he isn’t surprised about timing and the length of the election campaign. “Stephen Harper uses whatever levers

of power he can use to manipulate the system.” However, he notes the KTC NDP is ready and has been ready for the campaign for a long time because of the possibility of a spring election. “We think Canadians, as does the residents in the riding, have a clear choice – four more years of Stephen Harper and the Conservatives, or the NDP’s plan for change. “We believe Harper’s plan just isn’t working. It looks like the is in near recession. We have a record trade deficit and we’re headed for the eighth straight fiscal deficit.” Sundhu says he and the NDP think more and more Canadians are wanting change and are looking to Tom Mulcair and the NDP to replace Harper and the Conservatives. “We believe in this riding, although I take nothing for granted, that we are best placed to defeat the Harper Conservatives. It looks like that outside of three or four high-

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CRD considers water takeover Resident approval to be sought prior to referendum

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The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) has authorized up to $180,000 of Community Works Funds for capital improvements to the 103 Mile Water System, should a local service be established. Earlier this year, the area directors resolved to use up to $3,000 of Rural Feasibility Funds to conduct a study after receiving a request from Saunders Enterprises Ltd., for the CRD to

take over ownership of the 103 Mile Water Utility. CRD chair Al Richmond says Saunders Enterprises has operated the utility for many years and is now finding it more difficult to manage under newer rules and regulations for public water operations. Currently, upgrades totalling between $457,000 and $542,000 need to be done to bring it up to standards, about one-third of which has now been committed,

he notes. “If we take the system over, we can use Community Works (CW) funds to cover [that portion].” Richmond explains the next step will be a public information meeting in the 103 Mile community in mid- to late-September to ask residents if they agree in principle with a water rate increase to cover the balance, which would involve a bank loan. “We have a policy where, if there is work

needed, we tell them that up front – we don’t wait until we own the system and then say, ‘oh by the way the cost is going to go up’.” Residents will be notified of the date, time and place for the meeting at a later date, he adds. “[If supported], then it will go to the board for approval, and then we would have to go to referendum to get public assent to take it over and to borrow the money required to do the upgrading.”

Richmond says more CRD waterworks personnel are required to manage the system, with one new employee hired already to assist with the various water systems it operates now, including in Lac la Hache, 108 Mile Ranch, Gateway and Horse Lake. This staff is needed to ensure a more timely and cost-effective response to more and more callouts for its rapidly expanding services, he explains.

“There is nothing else in the Cariboo for veterans’ housing and having the units filled would support the Legion operation, but you have to have money to do that.” Wangensteen said the financial officer liked it and said he was going to take it back to the LBCYC. “I would be out of line to say it would solve the problem, but it would make a big difference if we get the help. “Veterans’ housing is very important. We had brought it up with Command before, but it this kind of stuff takes time. “Command doesn’t

want to lose this Legion either, but they’re not going to dump money into a bottomless pit either.” Wangensteen said there is a lot of money available for veterans’ housing. “You could draw on the Dominion Command’s Poppy Fund and that would give us a percentage and this fellow said he would help us with grants. The money from Command would give us our 50 per cent of the costs and allow us to apply for other grants, which, in turn, would give us some money to build the building.” Now, he added, the local Legion executive has to wait to hear back

from the LBCYC to see what direction they’re going to head going forward. Meanwhile, Wangensteen said the Legion will be still be running whether it’s through somebody’s house or “whatever it is.” “We’ll still do Remembrance Day, take care of Legion business to help the veterans, and that kind of stuff. “We will still be able to sponsor the 2887 Rocky

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Highway rescues may be in jeopardy Referendum needs voter support to continue service

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Area residents who wish to ensure emergency personnel are available with the training and equipment to get them out if they are ever trapped in a crashed vehicle will want to vote on an important referendum on Aug. 29. If the proposal fails at the polls, all highway rescue services in the South Cariboo will cease on Dec. 31 (with the possible exception of the Lone Butte fire service area). The reason for the referendum is because the District of 100 Mile House has stated increased costs for training and equipment have left an unmanageable and unfair burden on 100 Mile House FireRescue, which performs the service in the South Cariboo. To continue, it will need Cariboo Regional District (CRD) funding contributions. The CRD has wrapped up its series of subregional open houses intended to educate taxpayers and answer questions about the potential impacts of a South Cariboo Highway Rescue Service Enhancement agreement. CRD protective services manager Rowena Bastien said the tax impacts are very small for such an important service – for 2015, it will be $1.41 per $100,000 of property assessment. The low cost may be why only three people turned out to the meeting held in 108 Mile Ranch on July 28 and just four (aside from fire department members) went to Forest Grove on July 22. However, a better attendance was seen at the Interlakes

Community Centre on July 23. Meanwhile, Bastien expressed the CRD’s concern that taxpayers might mistakenly think “someone else” will voice approval for a “nobrainer” to keep such an important service with only a minimal cost. The reality is, if too few folks turn out to the polls on Aug. 29, the vote could be slanted in a direction the majority of South Cariboo residents might not want it to go, she explained.

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annual taxation of the higher of $40,000 or the new tax requisitions (if they climb higher than that through assessment increases), any further tax increase would require another referendum approval, she explained. The maximum is set at $0.0192/$1,000, or $1.92 per $100,000 of total property assessment, she noted. The highway rescue enhancement contribution would establish a service to provide a

contribution of funds to the District of 100 Mile House for the continued provision of highway rescue services in Electoral Areas H, L, and a portion of G. (A small northwest segment of Area G is covered by another, non-CRD service.) However, Bastien said if volunteer fire departments did find the means to take this on in their own communities, costs would be greater for service area residents.

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The Forest Grove Volunteer Fire Department received a callout for a fire in a house across the road from the Forest Grove General Store at 5:29 a.m. on Aug. 2. Twelve firefighters from both fire halls #1 and #2 responded to blaze in the 4500 block

of Canim-Hendrix Lake Road. The 100 Mile RCMP and BC Ambulance crews also responded to the blaze. 100 Mile House FireRescue was called in for support at 5:39 a.m., and fire chief Darrell Blades says they responded with four firefighters, an engine and a duty vehicle. At the same time,

the 108 Mile Ranch Volunteer Fire Department was put on alert to cover for the 100 Mile House FireRescue if necessary. “The house was heavily involved when we arrived and nothing was saved,” Blades says. “The owner of the house was out of the house and there was nobody else in the

home. There were no injuries.” Blades says they were at the scene for about three-and-a-half hours. The older building was insulated with sawdust and that produced a stubborn fire because it was tough to extinguish with the fire travelling through the sawdust in the building. Fortunately, one of the

firefighters had access to an excavator and tore part of the building down to expose the flames and fuel, so they could be doused by the fire hoses. According to a Cariboo Regional District media report, it took them five hours to knock the fire down completely, and then they had to deal with mop-up to ensure there

were no hot spots that would allow the fire to rekindle.

Harper kick starts election campaign

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Steve Powrie The Liberal candidate says this election is about change. “All of the polls have shown the majority of Canadians want change and they’re out kicking tires to find out where that change is going to go.” Powrie says the Liberals are offering a progressive, responsive and proactive approach to government where we start by “changing how we elect government but also how we do government.” “One of the criticisms is the culture of government has become toxic and it’s adversarial and counterproductive. What we’ve seen in the last little while is maintain the status quo. Today, Harper was saying these are temporary effects on the economy and we should wait it out.” Instead of waiting things out, Powrie says

the Liberals are talking about responding to things and basing decisions on reason rather than ideology. “Fundamentally, we are looking at changing how we do government, and then when we look at the platforms, what we would do in government. We’re talking about a new relationship between the economy and the environment; respecting the new era in relations between aboriginal and nonaboriginal people; and our role on the global stage. We’ve lost a lot of respect over the last few years because of our take-our-marblesand-go-home approach when we don’t agree with things.

debt increase by 50% since 2006, our voter turnouts drop, job losses mount, noble parliamentary traditions abused for venal political gain, and our Constitution tattered by laws the founding fathers couldn’t imagine being rammed through Parliament with no debate.” Through all this, Greenwood says Prime Minister Stephen Harper has pretended his government is “conservative,” but is it? Consider some traditional conservative values:

• Good fiscal management: the only surplus budgets Harper has ever run were the ones Paul Martin handed him. • Supporting veterans and troops: is closing offices across the country while endangering lives for photo-ops “support?” • Respect for taxpayers’ money: Economic Action Plan ads for nonexistent programs and an election almost twice the usual cost. • Smaller, less-intrusive government: the civil service is now larger than it’s ever been and the federal Cabinet

comprises one-third of the entire Conservative caucus. • Keeping us safe: Bill C-51 has literally made evidence obtained by torture admissible to courts, and the list goes on. Help put the “conserve” back into conservative, and vote Green.

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More "stimulus" is not the answer

torm clouds are forming over Canada’s economy. Largely in part to a dramatic drop in world oil prices, Canada’s economy shrank during the first half of 2015. With a federal election imminent, politicians are looking for ways to convince voters they are “taking action” to “boost” Canada’s economy. Overlooked in this rush to campaign is the primary factors causing our current malaise are outside the control of any Canadian politician (such as world oil prices, an exceptionally harsh winter and a slowdown in the U.S. economy). So it is depressing to hear the same old faulty argument that the best action government can take to help the economy is to provide “stimulus spending” in the form of deficits and debt. We have been here before – in 2008 – when the federal government’s initial response was, wisely,

to largely hold the line on many jobs were created spending. Unfortunately, as a direct result of deficit soon thereafter, the Stephen spending. Harper government What we do know is plunged Canada into Canada endured seven years a massive $55-billion of budget deficits and added deficit, egged on an additional aggressively by $150 billion the opposition in public debt, parties whose chief bringing the total complaint was the to $616 billion government was – or $17,600 still not spending for every single enough. Canadian – on Fast forward which we pay to 2015, and interest of nearly it’s claimed $29 billion Aaron this spending annually. That’s Wudrick binge “worked” $29 billion every by turning the year we can’t economy around. Yet, spend on anything else, from there’s little empirical programs for Canadians to evidence to support this further tax relief. view. A study by the Fraser In spite of these lessons, Institute concluded the when faced with the economic recovery was prospect of another already underway by economic downturn, what late 2009 – when most are our politicians now “stimulus” funds had not proposing? Mercifully, yet been spent. the Harper government Similarly, in 2010 the has ruled out a return to Parliamentary Budget deficits (although they are Office was unable to now spinning the increased conclusively identify how Universal Child Care

GUEST SHOT

he federal election campaign officially got underway on Aug. 2 when Prime Minister Stephen Harper asked Governor General David Johnston to dissolve Parliament so there could be a federal election. At 11 weeks, this election will be one of the longest in Canadian history. It will also be the costliest we’ve had in our country. Legally, federal election campaigns have to be at least 37 days long, but regulations don’t set out a maximum duration. The Tories, who have the largest war chest by a large margin, passed legislation last year that allows candidate- and party-spending to grow by as much as $675,000 for every day outside the 37-day window. Canadian taxpayers will pick up the extra costs – estimated to be at least $125 million by the Liberals – to pay for Elections Canada monitoring of the extended pre-election, and we will also pay for the rebate the parties get after the election is over. In the Conservatives’ case, the Liberals estimate it will be $25 million. When it comes to running an election campaign, there is a distinct advantage for the parties with the biggest war chests. Obviously, the rich parties will be able to spend more money on advertising and flying their leaders into key ridings across the country. Last year, the Tories raised $20 million to the Liberals’ $15 million and the NDP’s $9.5 million – all eclipsing what was raised by the Green Party and the Bloc Québécois. Some parties have complained the incumbent Conservative Party has manipulated the election call to give itself the best advantage possible, but that is one of the trump cards the Tories earned by winning the last federal election. The other trump card is the flurry of handouts the ruling government traditionally gives out just prior to the election call, so it cannot be called “buying votes.” Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo MP Cathy McLeod was certainly busy in the lead-up to Aug. 2, as she handed new money for infrastructure or recycled promises from the April 2015 federal budget. She gave several of the latter – Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program grants – that allow communities to make renovations to things like community halls and infrastructure projects like trail building. However, these continue to be promises because the money doesn’t kick in until 2016. Despite these obvious advantages, this election is going to come down to whether voters want to maintain the status quo or they want a change. Ideally, we want to elect the candidate who will best represent our wishes and concerns in Ottawa To make that decision, we have to pay attention. Readers are urged to send questions regarding this riding to newsroom@100milefreepress.net or call the editor at 250-395-2219, so we can send them to our candidates for replies.

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Benefit as an “injection” into the economy, which it isn’t; it is simply replacing government spending with individual spending). The opposition parties, in contrast, are in the odd position of simultaneously attacking the Harper record of deficits and debt as a failure, while implying that what’s required now are more deficits and debt. No party has put forward a concrete plan to tackle the $616 billion in debt we already owe. The simple fact is governments piling up debt and deficits have huge longterm costs for little to no short-term benefit – with the main beneficiaries being the politicians trawling for votes. Unfortunately, doling out “stimulus” in exchange for votes is often the most stimulating thing for a politician in an election year. Aaron Wudrick is the Canadian Taxpayers Federation federal director.

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Reader against paying for enhanced highway rescue To the editor: Cariboo Regional District (CRD) residents of Areas H, L and part of G will be asked in August to approve via referendum proposed Bylaw #4963, which would allow the CRD to establish by means of a residential tax “a service to be known as the South Cariboo Highway Rescue Enhancement Contribution Service, for the purpose of providing a contribution of funds to the District of 100 Mile

House for the enhancement of its highway rescue services.” As a resident of Area L, I find it extremely ironic for Rowena Bastion (CRD Protective Services manager) to claim in her e-mail of March 20, 2015 to Michael Higgins (Emergency Management BC regional manager) that it “just isn’t fair” that expanded areas within the CRD are not currently providing funding to the District of 100 Mile House for Highway Rescue Services.

Her claim there is some sort of perceived inequity can be challenged by the fact that there currently exists a very real inequity for those of us that reside along Highway 24 east of Interlakes – that being we are all currently paying assessments for the RCMP, yet we receive practically nothing in the way of highway patrols or traffic enforcement. Rarely is any effort seen to curb the horrible driving that occurs

along this section of Highway 24. I can recall only seeing two visits by local RCMP in the last four years to conduct any kind of speed and traffic enforcement, which did result in several tickets and some vehicle impoundments, so the business is obviously there for the taking. Perhaps if some of our current contributions to RCMP funding went towards more traffic enforcement in this area, then there would be less need for the District of 100

Mile House to recover costs from the CRD for rescuing those drivers who fail to drive appropriately and place themselves in need of this service. Regretfully, until such time that we feel we receive adequate return in this regard for funding that we do provide, we will be voting “no” for Bylaw #4963. Ann Simpson Bridge Lake

Hazy, lazy, crazy days of summer

To the editor: Gosh it is hard to think about an upcoming national election while in the midst of summer. With so many things to see and do, summer trips, barbecues and parties, the beach and reunions, it is the furthest thing from our minds. However, some of us might find that we have more time on our

hands – an excellent opportunity to ask our local MPs about their party’s platform. I, for one, want to know which party will commit to getting us closer to the goal of 0.7% of Gross National Income (GNI) for international aid spending. Please note that 0.7% is less than one per cent. Can we not find it in our hearts

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To the editor: Just wanted to thank the kind people of 100 Mile House for helping us when our car broke down on the highway just south of town. We really appreciated the kindness that was shown to my son and I, from the tow truck company to the persons that work for the highway maintenance company, you are all very kind. I especially want to thank Moon Auto Parts for the very efficient job of repairing my car. It gives us great hope to know there are kind and wonderful people like all of you. Thank you all very much. Bertha and Nicholas Anchikoski Enderby

and in our pockets to give those less fortunate a hand up? Our aid contributions stand at just 0.24% of GNI, and have dropped from $5.65 billion in 2012, to $5 billion in 2013, to $4.2 billion in 2014. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom has passed a bill that enshrines in law its commitment to spend 0.7% of its GNI on aid every year, making it the first G7 country to meet the United Nations’ 45-year-old aid

spending target. In 2013, only five other countries – Sweden, Norway, Luxembourg, Denmark and the United Arab Emirates – had met or exceeded the 0.7% aid spending target. The Netherlands had consistently met the target, but fell short in 2013. Canada must prioritize international development by committing to increasing our aid spending to 0.7% of our GNI by the year 2020.

C’mon, pull yourself away from the barbecue or hammock for just a few minutes, or maybe an hour and do a little research so you are armed for that fall election. Better yet, let your MP know your thoughts while he or she is home enjoying those hazy, lazy, crazy days of summer.

To the weekend: On the weekend of July 18-19, a contingent of people from Quesnel spent a very enjoyable time at Huber Farm in 70 Mile House. Some were there to compete in the carriage-driving competition, some were there to help and some to just watch.

We were fed by the carriage club and the volunteer fire department – wonderful meals. We all say a big thank-you for all their hard work! People like us who use to just drive through 70 Mile House are missing a wonderful stopping spot. As far as I know, all of the people and animals came through the

weekend healthy and happy. We even had a meal on Sunday night at the Dusty Rose pub with many of the participants, and we all hard a great time. Thank you again for sharing your great little town.

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Prospects for B.C.'s biggest investment N oppose the project in May. to do so, use labour available within Is it a good deal? The mayors of Prince Western Australia.” Rupert and Port Edward have made their Obviously, there were no job guarantees, views clear – they see it as a lifeline for which could only exist in a command an area that has struggled for years with a economy, in other words a communist faded forest and fishing industry. dictatorship. The B.C. NDP is also now Everyone agrees that clear, having voted against specialized trades, such the project agreement in the as welding alloys for lowbrief summer session of the temperature operation will legislature that concluded last be brought in. And LNG week. Whether the project processing trains will be proceeds or not, this will be a shipped in pre-fabricated from key election issue in 2017. places like South Korea, as they NDP Leader John Horgan have been in Australia and and other MLAs made much elsewhere. of the lack of job guarantees, Pacific Northwest LNG is on Tom pointing to similar projects in record with federal regulators Fletcher Australia. that in the latter stages of Natural Gas Development construction, the use of foreign Minister Rich Coleman issued a labour for the project could reach 70 per statement with excerpts from the state cent. Does that make it a bad deal? of Western Australia’s agreement for Perhaps B.C. could attempt develop this the Gorgon LNG project. The so-called expertise from the ground up. It seems guarantees contain qualifiers like this: to me that was tried with aluminum ship “... except in those cases where … it is fabrication, and it didn’t work out not reasonable or economically practical too well.

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ow that the political backand-forth is over, there are two questions left about the Petronas-led proposal to make the biggest private-sector investment in British Columbia history. Will it actually happen? And is it a good deal or a bad one? Premier Christy Clark ducked the first question on the day the project agreement for Pacific Northwest LNG was approved by the B.C. legislature. “After many predictions about the Canucks and the Alberta election, I don’t make predictions any more,” Clark said. “But I can say that this project has gone farther than any of our critics said it would.” For what it’s worth, my prediction is on record: it will go ahead. The latest evidence is the company’s continued costly effort to gain federal and local approval for a suspension bridge to Lelu Island to minimize the marine impact. Lax Kw’alaams Band members could not have had details on that change from an underwater pipeline when they voted to

For David Keane, president of the B.C. LNG Alliance, the question is how many large LNG projects, pipelines and all, can be managed at the same time as the Site C dam is being built. It was skilled labour shortages, and particularly a shortage of supervisors, that caused Australia to lose some of its proposed projects. Keane said all LNG proponents here want to use as much local labour as they can because it’s less expensive and it builds local support. And he disagrees that B.C. is a sweet deal for the industry. Among other things, pipelines have to be built across two mountain ranges. Not only that, B.C. producers would pay an LNG income tax, which is a first in the history of the industry. Add to that PST, GST, payroll taxes, municipal taxes and federal and provincial corporate income taxes. Add aboriginal revenue sharing, and we have a deal. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc E-mail: tfletcher@blackpress. ca

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the province Drone interferes with wildfire operations KELOWNA - The Westside Road wildfire is 90% contained, and remains at a size of 560 hectares. BC Wildfire Service spokesperson Melissa Klassen said 60 firefighters are still on scene as of Monday (Aug. 3) morning, and are currently working on mop-up to ensure everything is kept wet and cool. One helicopter was assigned to the fire on Saturday, however it was forced to land due to a privately-controlled drone in the area. Thankfully the firefighters were able to overcome the lack of air support, but Klassen noted it was still a serious issue. She explained aircraft fly at low altitudes over fires, which poses a significant safety risk when there is other air traffic in the area they can't communicate with. Crews rely heavily on air support, and halting air operations can limit the progress they make on a fire. Airspace over an active wildfire is restricted and illegal to fly over in a five nautical mile radius. Price helps to raise $161,000 for Breakfast Club WILLIAMS LAKE - The Breakfast Club of Canada, along with national ambassadors NHL goaltender Carey Price and his wife, Angela Price, raised $161,000 at a benefit dinner July 15 at Kelowna’s Mission Hill Winery. All funds will stay in B.C. and will be used in support of breakfast programs across the province. During the private dinner Carey delivered an emotional speech taking the time to recognize the courage of young Trent Leon — the star of a recent Air Canada Foundation/BCC video — who drove all the way from Anahim Lake, Carey’s hometown, with his grandmother, Susan Leon and her daughter, Fannie. “Proud of my roots, I have long waited to give back to my community in a concrete and lasting manner,” Carey said to the some 200 guests at the dinner. “Thanks to the expertise and flexibility of the Breakfast Club, I was able to do just that.” Carey’s goal as the club’s National First Nations, Metis and Inuit Ambassador, is to bring awareness to the issue of children arriving at school hungry and the impact this has on their behaviour and classroom performance.

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report 100 Mile House RCMP responded to 111 complaints and calls for service during the past week. Below are highlights of the week’s calls. Busy weekend It was a busy long weekend on the roadways in the 100 Mile House area for the 100 Mile House RCMP, as there were 23 driving complaints relating to vehicles and all-terrain vehicles (ATV) usage. Cariboo-Chilcotin Traffic Services and 100 Mile RCMP issued 19 warnings and 61 violation tickets. Patrols were conducted in various campgrounds in the area. Enforcement was con-

ducted on the water on both Lac la Hache and Horse Lake, with both warnings and charges being issued for noncompliance.

ATV flipped On Aug. 2, local RCMP and BC Ambulance Services were called to a single, off-road vehicle incident at a private property on Canim Lake Road South, as a side-by-side ATV had been flipped on its side. An 11-year-old passenger had suffered a broken arm and was transported to 100 Mile District General Hospital and transferred

to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops. Seat belts and helmets were in use by both occupants. Liquor was not a factor in this incident.

Roadside check On Aug. 1, CaribooChilcotin Traffic Services and Commercial Vehicle Safety crews conducted a check stop in the Interlakes area. During this enforcement action, a male driving a Chevrolet Blazer attended the check stop and he displayed symptoms of liquor consumption. An approved screening device was administered

and the result was a “fail.” A second test was declined. The 34-yearold driver was issued a 90-day immediate roadside driving prohibition. His vehicle was towed and impounded for 30 days. After this driver was dealt with, a male operating a motorcycle approached the check stop. He also had symptoms of liquor consumption and blew a “warn” twice. The driver was issued a three-day immediate roadside driving prohibition and his motorcycle was towed and impounded for three days.

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On July 31, Interior Health (IH) issued a public alert to users of Horse Lake that the current algae bloom doesn’t currently pose risk to human health. Water testing revealed the bloom isn’t producing chemicals that would impact human

health at this time. As it grows and changes, it may start producing toxin. Therefore, IH encourages people to avoid surface water ingestion. Residents using surface water are advised to disinfect and filter it before use. This

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Some 2,866 households were out of power for up to two hours late on Aug. 4. BC Hydro northern community relations manager Dave Mosure says lightning strikes caused damage to equipment in the 103 Mile Lake area causing the first outage to occur at 9:16 p.m., and all service was restored by 11:15 p.m. Customers were affected from just north of Exeter Station Road (100 Mile House), 103 Mile Lake, 108 Mile Ranch, and Lac la Hache northward in a wide swath generally following the Highway 97 corridor to Enterprise Road (south of 150 Mile House), he explains.

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chips. There will also be a refreshment garden. If you would like more information, contact Joni Guenther at 250-456-7330, or Dimps Horn at 250456-7741.

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John Noskey of Williams Lake was the runner-up aggregate winner in the Junior category at the July 11 WLNGLCA gymkhana.

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• Aug. 8-Sept. 12 – The Cariboo Artists’ Guild (CAG) 35th Annual Show and Sale runs at Parkside Art Gallery at 401 Cedar Ave. in 100 Mile House. • Aug. 8 – The Fifth Annual Cariboo Plateau Competitive Trail Ride takes place at The Hills Health Ranch. For information, call Nicola Maughn at 250-791-6331. • Aug. 8 – Watch Lake/Green Lake Community Association Gymkhana at the North Green Lake Gymkhana Grounds. Registration is at 10:30 a.m. and events start at noon. Entry is $2 per person. Beer garden and concession. • Aug. 8 – Join in on the family fun-filled Redneck Weekend in Forest Grove at the Fifth Annual Redneck Olympics at the Forest Grove Legion’s Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lots of great games, including toilet ring toss, water balloon volleyball and many more for outrageous prizes. For more information, call 250-397-2455 or Darlene at 250-397-0019. • Aug. 8 – Put on your best Redneck duds and head down to the Redneck Barn Dance at the Forest Grove Community Hall. There will be some snacks, a redneck dress-up contest for prizes and Riding Shotgun will provide the dance music. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the dance starts at 7:30. Tickets are $5 and people 18 years and under get in free (but they have to leave 10 p.m.) as per liquor laws. For information, call Wendy at 250-706-4177. • Aug. 9 – Sponsored by the Forest Grove 94 Lions Club, folks are going to want to take in the fun-filled and hilarious Redneck Regatta at Ruth Lake Picnic Area on the outskirts of Forest Grove. Boat building goes from 9 a.m. to noon, with the races starting at 1 p.m. For more information or team packages to get in on the racing fun, contact Corey Robertson at 250-706-0655. Team packages can also be downloaded from www.cariboo4x4.ca. • Aug. 9 – Horse Lake Community Farm Co-operative is holding Family Farm Day on Aug. 9, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy a nature walk, garden tours and hay wagon ride, with snacks and refreshments available. Take Horse Lake Road east of 100 Mile House for 24 kilometres, turn left on Doman Road, and it is one km to the farm, on the left. Call 250-395-3580 for more information. • Aug. 14 – The Second Annual Senior Men’s Open Two Man Team 18-hole event at the 108 Golf Resort. Must be 55 years or over. Team members must have handicaps within eight strokes of each other. For more information, call 250-791-5212, or 1-800-667-5233. • Aug. 15-16 – Dressage and Hunter/Jumper Show at the 100 Mile & District Outriders Club Grounds behind the South Cariboo Rec. Centre. • Aug. 16 – The annual Bridge Lake Fair happens between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Interlakes Hall on Highway 24 at East Sheridan Road. There will be chainsaws, dancing, music, and much more. Adults $2; Seniors (65+) and students $1; Children under five are free.

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The July 25 Lone Butte Rocks celebration was a wonderful free family day, hosted by the Lone Butte, Horse Lake Community Association, which enjoyed a successful day at the

community hall with A Way Out Band, the Maxwells and Britta performing on stage. The event was financially supported by the Cariboo Regional District and a Community Gaming Grant. Community thanks and appreciation goes to the many corporate supporters, businesses, organizations, and volunteers who support this yearly event. Your contributions, combined efforts and donations all came together to make this

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Calendar Call the writer for contact numbers. • WLNGLVFD meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. New volunteers are always welcome. If you can find the time, come and join. • The WLNGLCA meeting is scheduled at the WLCH for Sept. 9. The social is at 7 p.m. and meeting starts at 7:30. New members are welcome. • WLNGLVFD Auxiliary’s next meeting is on Sept. 12 at the Little Horse Lodge starting 11:30 a.m. • Watch Lake &

District Women’s Institute next meeting will be on Sept. 16 at the WLCH. Social and crafts are at 11 a.m. and the meeting begins at 12:30. Bring a lunch. New members are welcome. Let me know If you have community events, get-well, birthday or anniversary wishes or news you would like to share with the community, call the writer at 250395-9082 or e-mail at gisele.poliseno@gmail. com. I would love to hear from you.

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Dawn and Luke Gorney looked on as Uncle Chris the Clown presented a balloon animal to Evan Gorney whose twin sister, Amelia, had just received her balloon doggie at the annual Lone Butte Rocks celebration on July 25.

year’s event one of the best ever. I don’t have room to thank everyone, so thanks everyone! Fire department The firefighters had a successful event and raised funds for needed equipment. Hotdogs, drinks, games, face painting, and fire truck rides were available there.

Local business Hank Smith of Smith’s Antiques said the numbers were up from last year by about 70. Mary Carter reported ice cream sales were good, while Diane Hopkins of the Lone Rock Cafe said the cafe was full, especially during the downpour. Everyone enjoyed the barbecued ribs and chicken.

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the Youth Employment Services (YES) Program, a three-month initiative facilitated by the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre (CFEC) and funded by Services Canada. The participants completed the nine-

week workplace portion of the program at the Bargain Shop, Alpaca Story Ranch, Ramada Inn, Sunrise Ford, Fields, Topline Printers, Spring Lake Ranch, 99 Mile Store and the Cedar Crest Society. Continued on A17

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SOUTH CARIBOO HIGHWAY RESCUE ENHANCEMENT CONTRIBUTION PUBLIC NOTICE is given to the electors within the proposed South Cariboo Highway Rescue Enhancement Contribution Service Area in the Cariboo Regional District as defined on the map following, that assent voting will be held on the following question: “Are you in favour of the adoption of Bylaw No. 4963, which would establish a service to provide a contribution of funds to the District of 100 Mile House for the continued provision of highway rescue services in Electoral Areas H, L, and a portion of G? The maximum annual requisition would be the greater of $40,000 or an amount raised by applying a tax rate of $0.0192/$1,000 to the net taxable value of land and improvements in the service area. (Based on 2015 assessed values, the current rate would be $0.0168/$1,000, which translates to a residential rate of $1.41/$100,000.)”

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2015 -andMONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2015 8:00 am to 8:00 pm • South Cariboo Recreation Centre, 175 Airport Road, 100 Mile House, BC SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2015 • 8:00 am to 8:00 pm • South Cariboo Recreation Centre, 175 Airport Road, 100 Mile House, BC • Lac La Hache Community Hall, #3-3997 Highway 97, Lac La Hache, BC • 108 Mile Community Hall, 4924 Telqua Drive, 108 Mile Ranch, BC • Forest Grove Community Hall, 4489 Eagle Creek Rd, Forest Grove, BC • Canim Lake Fire Hall, 4352 Canim-Hendrix Lake Rd, Canim Lake, BC • Lone Butte Community Hall, 5994 Highway 24, Lone Butte, BC • Interlakes Community Hall, 7592 Highway 24, Roe Lake, BC

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BYLAW NO. 4963 – “South Cariboo Highway Rescue Enhancement Contribution Establishment Bylaw No. 4963, 2015” - If adopted, this bylaw provides for the following: The establishment of a service to contribute funds to the District of 100 Mile House for the continued provision of highway rescue services in Electoral Areas H, L and a portion of G; and An annual maximum requisition of the greater of $40,000 or an amount raised by applying a tax rate of $0.0192/$1,000 to the net taxable value of land and improvements within the service area. ANNUAL RESIDENTIAL TAX BURDEN PROJECTIONS (Based on 2015 assessed values): The estimated current annual residential tax rate would be $1.41 per $100,000 of assessed value of land and improvements. TAKE NOTICE that the above is a synopsis of the proposed bylaw and that this synopsis is not intended to be and is not to be understood as an interpretation of the bylaw. The full bylaw may be inspected at the Cariboo Regional District office, Unit 3 – 170 Cedar Avenue, 100 Mile House, BC, V0K 2E0, during regular office hours, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, or online at www.cariboord.bc.ca For further information on the bylaws or the voting process, please contact Alice Johnston, Chief Election Officer at ajohnston@cariboord.ca or Lore Schick, Deputy Chief Election Officer at lschick@cariboord.ca or (250) 392-3351 or 1-800-665-1636. Alice Johnston Chief Election Officer

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ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for voting will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day • Canadian citizen • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration • resident of OR registered owner of real property in the proposed South Cariboo Highway Rescue Enhancement Contribution Service Area for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration, and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in the assent voting and not otherwise disqualified by law. Resident electors are asked to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification should prove both residency and identity. Non-resident property electors are asked to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner, written consent from a majority of the property owners to one owner voting.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING The following electors are permitted to register to vote by mail and to vote by mail ballot: (i) those persons who have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity; (ii) persons who expect to be absent from their jurisdiction on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities; (iii) persons who reside within the voting jurisdiction but more than 90 kilometres from the closest polling station at which they are entitled to vote. REQUESTING A MAIL BALLOT PACKAGE: Between August 4, 2015 and 4:00 pm on August 27, 2015, you must submit the following information to the Cariboo Regional District office by mail to Suite D, 180 North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC V2G 2A4; telephone (250) 392-3351 or 1-800-665-1636; fax (250) 392-2812; or email ajohnston@cariboord.bc.ca: 1. Full name; 2. Residential address; 3. Address of the property in relation to which you are voting (for non-resident property electors); 4. Method of delivery of your mail ballot package: (a) pick up at a Cariboo Regional District office; (b) regular letter mail through Canada Post to residential address; OR (c) regular letter mail through Canada Post to an alternate address provided when requesting the mail ballot package; and 5. To ensure you receive the correct registration application form in your package, you must indicate whether you are going to be registering as a resident or non-resident property elector. Mail ballot packages will be sent out commencing on or about August 10, 2015. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer no later than 8:00 pm on August 29, 2015.

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YES Program recognizes support

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Before their work placements, the students spent six weeks in the classroom learning about such things as building a resumé, job interviews and career development. The program, which is

open to people aged 15 to 30, depends on support from community members opening their doors to participants, says Allie Valiente, a youth support worker and YES facilitator. “We really do rely

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on them, especially in this community where we do have limited resources.” The CFEC has applied for more funding from the federal government to restart the long-running program, which

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usually goes twice a year in 100 Mile House. “It requires a lot of money to run the program, but the benefits of the program are just endless. It gives people a job for three months, as well as when they leave, they have these lifelong skills.”

CARIBOO REGIONAL DISTRICT

NOTICE OF ASSENT VOTING DEKA LAKE FIRE PROTECTION EXPANSION PUBLIC NOTICE is given to the electors within the proposed Deka Lake Fire Protection service expansion area in the Cariboo Regional District as defined on the map following, that assent voting will be held on the following question: “Are you in favour of joining the Deka Lake Fire Protection Service and transferring all Sulphurous Lake fire protection assets to the Deka Lake Fire Protection Service? The maximum annual requisition limit for the fire protection service is the greater of $70,000 or an amount raised by applying a rate of $1.61/$1,000 to the net taxable value of land and improvements in the service area. (The current requisition rate is $1.20/$1,000 which translates to a residential rate of $113/$100,000.)”

GENERAL VOTING:

BYLAW NO. 4962 – “Cariboo Regional District Deka Lake Fire Protection Service Boundary Expansion Bylaw No. 4962, 2015” - If adopted, this bylaw provides for the following: An expanded service area to include the area previously serviced by the Sulphurous Lake Volunteer Fire Department; and An annual maximum requisition of the greater of $70,000 or an amount raised by applying a tax rate of $1.61/$1,000 to the net taxable value of land and improvements within the service area. ANNUAL RESIDENTIAL TAX BURDEN PROJECTIONS (Based on 2015 assessed values):

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS ADVANCE VOTING:

SYNOPSIS OF PROPOSED BYLAW

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2015 -andMONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2015 8:00 am to 8:00 pm • South Cariboo Recreation Centre, 175 Airport Road, 100 Mile House, BC SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2015 8:00 am to 8:00 pm • South Cariboo Recreation Centre, 175 Airport Road, 100 Mile House, BC • Interlakes Community Hall, 7592 Highway 24, Roe Lake, BC

The estimated current annual residential tax rate would be $113 per $100,000 of assessed value of land and improvements. TAKE NOTICE that the above is a synopsis of the proposed bylaw and that this synopsis is not intended to be and is not to be understood as an interpretation of the bylaw. The full bylaw may be inspected at the Cariboo Regional District office, Unit 3 – 170 Cedar Avenue, 100 Mile House, BC, V0K 2E0, during regular office hours, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, or online at www.cariboord.bc.ca For further information on the bylaws or the voting process, please contact Alice Johnston, Chief Election Officer at ajohnston@cariboord.ca or Lore Schick, Deputy Chief Election Officer at lschick@cariboord.ca or (250) 392-3351 or 1-800-665-1636. Alice Johnston Chief Election Officer

Qualified electors may vote at any of the above voting dates/locations.

ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for voting will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day • Canadian citizen • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration • resident of OR registered owner of real property in the expanded Deka Lake Fire Protection Service Area for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration, and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in the assent voting and not otherwise disqualified by law. Resident electors are asked to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification should prove both residency and identity. Non-resident property electors are asked to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner, written consent from a majority of the property owners to one owner voting.

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Hootstock a real hoot for everyone

By Doris E Rufli

espite adverse weather, the Fourth Annual Hootstock Music Festival at the Old Bradley Creek Schoolhouse on July 24-26 was a roaring success. An impressive lineup of singers, bands, dancers and wordsmiths over a period of three days ensured there was something for everyone to enjoy. And those attending did just that by singing, cheering and dancing, encouraged by the performers – be there sun, wind or rain. While the stage was covered, the audience came prepared by donning hats, colourful rain covers and umbrellas, which were shed the minute the clouds parted again. Fun was to be had, no matter what. Also on offer were crafts and jewelry for people to peruse and appreciate. A crepes kiosk and fruit stand comprising of apples, apricots, peaches and cherries, as well as smoothies, guaranteed a healthy diet and that nobody went hungry.

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Organizer Astrid Hensey’s sister, Sunny Daye, from rural Nova Scotia proved her inherent love for music with her guitar, Quarter, by performing a variety of songs that were greeted with cheers and applause by those attending the annual Hootstock Music Festival.

New Brunswick born Kyra Bobyra performed a couple of songs, which were well received at the Fourth Annual Hootstock Music Festival at the Old Bradley Creek Schoolhouse near Forest Grove, July 24-26.

Drawings, paintings, crafts and jewelry, T-shirts and other clothing, as well as CDs of the performing artists and friends, were available in the schoolhouse. The schoolhouse was also the

nately, musicians also chose this spot to practice, warm up or for simple jam sessions, which sounded most inspiring. All in all, the 2015 Hootstock party was filled with song, dance

place to seek shelter during downpours, checking out all there was on offer and to get together for a chat with friends or make new ones. With both stages occupied alter-

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Big numbers for Big Horn Archery Club shoots

Local shooters were among the top scoring contestants at the Big Horn Archery Club's 3D Shoot at 99 Mile Hill on July 18-19, which saw a large turnout and ended a good summer of well-attended events for the local club. The event drew 125 registered shooters from all over British Columbia, some travelling as far away as Grand Prairie, Alta. and many from the Fraser Valley and northern B.C. Among the top local shooters were Tamara Vanloon (first, ladies longbow); Dirk Dunkel (third, men's longbow); Anthony Silverton (first, cub's longbow); Wesley Silverton (second, youth longbow); denise swift (first, masters ladies longbow); Shawn Altmannshofer (third, masters ladies longbow); Ted Swift (first, masters men's longbow); Rob Altmannshofer (third, masters men's longbow); Kiara Pratt (first, junior recurve); Lily Grahm (first, tot's recurve); and Yak Crame (second, masters men recurve).

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FAST bytes GOLF TOURNEY The 2nd Annual Senior Men’s Open is set for Aug. 14. The two man team, 18-hole event takes place at the 108 Golf Resort. Golfers must be 55 years old and over to enter and team members must have handicaps within eight strokes of each other. For more information, call the pro shop at 250-791-5212 or 1-800667-5233.

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Local shooter Fred Vincenzi took aim from a lawn chair at a black bear figurine made to look as if it was rummaging through a campsite – one of the new fun and creative targets set up by the Big Horn Archery Club for its Traditional 3D Shoot at 99 Mile Hill near 100 Mile House on July 18-19.

Nordics lock up funding for new trail

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100 Mile House will have 12 kilometres of new multi-use trail for outdoor enthusiasts to explore following a $20,515 funding announcement by the federal government on July 25. The 100 Mile Nordics Ski Society was granted the funds to develop a new non-motorized multi-use trail loop connected to the existing trail system at 99 Mile Hill. The trail loop will be suitable for walking and biking during the spring, summer and fall months, and for skiing during the winter. The funding will cover the cost of gravelling the trail, which will create a nice even surface and help protect

the trail from rutting in the summer months, making it easier for grooming during the winter, explains Nordics member Kathleen Rottluff. “This new trail loop will be easy terrain, suitable for all ages and all levels of skiers, bikers and walkers. There will be no user fee for these trails during the non-winter months. Trail development should be complete by the fall of 2016.” The 100 Mile Nordics Ski Society’s facility and ski trails are located just south of 100 Mile House and offer over 50 kilometres of groomed crosscountry skiing and snowshoe trails to the public for a user fee. The funding announced on July 25 is on behalf of Western Economic Diversification Canada, a 25 year

old iniative aimed at diversifying the western economy and benefiting western Canadians, and the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program, an infrastructure-related initiative that celebrates Canada's 150th anniversary of confederation in 2017. A total of $105,785 was announced for three South Cariboo projects, which include $41,270 to renovate the Interlakes Community Centre in Lone Butte; $44,000 to upgrade the Clinton Memorial Hall stage and basement; and the $20,515 procured by the Nordics Ski Society. The 100 Mile Nordics Ski Society is made up of local volunteers dedicated to the sport of cross country skiing, but who also recognize the impor-

tance of providing year-round access to outdoor recreation opportunities for the community. The 100 Mile Nordics and the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Recreation Sites and Trails Division – have a partnership agreement in place for the maintenance and use of the over 50 kilometres of groomed cross country ski and snowshoe trails at 99 Mile Hill. “The renovations to this valuable communal space that is enjoyed by so many in the community will leave behind a lasting legacy that is sure to positively impact current and future generations,” says Cathy McLeod, MP for Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo, in a news release.

100 Mile House Wranglers season tickets are available for purchase on Aug.10 Plenty of great seats are available for the 2015-16 season, which includes 26 home games. Ticket pricing does not include pre-season or playoff tickets, but a purchase of season tickets gives buyers first rights to their seats for 2016 playoffs. Prices remain unchanged from last season. 10-game Adult General Admission Flex Passes are also available for $93. For inquiries, contact office @100mile wranglers.com.

HORSE GYMKHANA Riders of all ages will be competing in a variety of racing events at the Watch Lake/Green Lake Community Association Gymkhana on Aug. 8. The family friendly horse event takes place at the North Green Lake Gymkhana Grounds south of 100 Mile House. Registration is at 10:30 a.m. and events start at noon. Entry is $2 per person. Beer garden and concession on site.

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Beginners welcome to fly radiocontrolled airplanes with 100 Mile Model Flyers The 100 Mile Model Flyers Club had 16 pilots take to the air near 100 Mile House with radio-controlled airplanes during a Fun Fly event on July 25-26. The two-day event at 99 Mile Hill was a lot of fun, says the club's president Bill Hood. Pilots chased balloons with their aircraft and played combat games at the family-friendly gathering. While a majority of the pilots were local flyers, some travelled from as far away as Abbostford, Kelowna and Prince George. A few first-time flyers also took the controls with an instructor using

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100 Mile Model Flyers Club members Denis Doucette, left, Bill Hood and John Code were at 99 Mile Hill for a Fun Fly event near 100 Mile House on July 25.

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between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Spectators are welcome to see the welldesigned crafts take flight. Hood can be reached for more information about the club at 250397-2575.

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9th Annual Combined Driving Event results

Friends and drivers rallied and worked overtime to get the 9th Annual Combined Driving Event at Huber Farms in 70 Mile House up and running on July 17-19, after the course designer got sick before the event. “There is not a thank you big enough for these great sportsmen and volunteers,” says organizer Ken Huber. “Volunteerism was spectacular this year, both before and during the carriage driving event.” The annual event saw drivers and horses from around British Columbia take part in different levels of driving Joan Bourke of Quesnel was the overall winner at the training level and Rosalie Turcotte of Mission was the overall winner at the preliminary level. The overall winners were sponsored by Elisa Marocchi from Wildwood Farms in 100 Mile House. Sharyn Nixon of Winlaw won best dressage (training level) with a score of 56.95. Katie Iceton of Armstrong won best dressage (preliminary level) with a score of 43.44. Trudy Leishmen of Mission won the best conditioned award, sponsored by Cache Creek Veterinary. Training Level Pony First: Roseanne Jacobs (Mission) with a penalty

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GYMKHANA …is coming… Saturday, August 8, 2015

Registration Time 10:30am • Start time 12 noon Age Groups/Entry Fees: • Pee Wee (3-10) $1.00 • Juniors (11-14) $2.00 • Intermediates (15-18) $2.00 • Seniors (19 & over) $2.00 Main Events: • Pole Bending • Stake Race • Barrel Race • Keyhole Race Novelty Events: • Boot Race • Baton Relay Prizes: • Ribbons to 4th place • Day Money in all events • Day Aggregates in all divisions • Overall Aggregates in all divisions (Total July/Aug Points) CONCESSION and REFRESHMENTS Overnight camping available for contestants and families Gymkhana Grounds located west of Little Horse Lodge on North Green Lake Road

Admission: 6 & under - Free • General Public - $2.00 For more info call Dimps Horn 250-456-7741 SEE YOU ALL THERE! THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

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Driver Joan Bourke and navigator Leona Davies took part in the 9th Annual Combined Driving Event at Huber Farms in 70 Mile House on July 17-19.

Preliminary Level Pony First: Rosalie Turcotte (Mission) with a penalty score of 115.70 Second: Marion Roman (Langley) with a penalty score of 125.59 Third: Katie Iceton (Armstrong) with a penalty score of 143.68 Fourth: Trudy Leishmen (Mission) with a penalty score of 145.25 Preliminary Level Horse First: Fred Harder (Quesnel) with a penalty score of 286.03 Second: Lynda Atkinson (Quesnel) with a penalty score of 321.42

score of 67.31 Second: Kar yn Greenlees (Green Lake) with a penalty score of 78.56 Third: Theo Miedema (Fort St. John) with a penalty score of 100.53 Fourth: Sharyn Nixon (Winlaw BC) with a penalty score of 119.45 Training Level Horse First: Joan Bourke (Quesnel) with a penalty score of 67.22 Second: Pat Crema (Pritchard) with a penalty score of 85.47 Third: Rose Eklund (Quesnel) with a penalty score of 105.03

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Shriners make hefty donation Pediatric hospitals, transportation program benefit

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The Big Country Shrine Club passed on a significant donation to the Shriners Hospitals for Children Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n Program recently. Club president Glen Clancy handed over a $21,786 cheque to the potentiate at the Shriners of British Columbia and Yukon two-day Spring Ceremonial in Penticton in late May. “We have conferences, and most of it is about looking after the new Shriners. We all go out to welcome them, and then we remember our ones who have passed on, Clancy explains. “One of our own newest Shriners was installed at that time, and his name is Joe Hoffman.” The donation was raised at the Second

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Big Country Shrine Club (BCSC) president Glen Clancy, left, passed on a $21,786 donation to potentate, Dan Mellor, right, while new BCSC member Joe Hoffman, back left, and vice-president Frank Dobbs look on at the Gizeh Shriners Annual Spring Ceremonial in Penticton in May.

Annual Shriners King Crab & Prime Rib Buffet & Auction held in 100 Mile House in April.

Métis music at jamboree Weekend of entertainment with food, camping available The Third Annual Métis Music Jamboree is scheduled to take place Aug. 7-9 at McLeese Lake. The weekend-long event will feature performances by many popular entertainers, a pancake breakfast, a $10 dinner on Aug. 8, and a concession. Admission is $10

for a day, or a weekend pass is $20 (including camping). This is a strictly drug- and alcohol-free event with security patrols. To find the jamboree, take the Highway 97 turnoff to the McLeese Lake Rec. Centre and watch for signs. More information is at http://bc metis.com/2015/06/ metis-music-festivalaugust-2015.

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sick children, including some locally, in need of specialized care to Shriners Hospitals for Children across North America – part of a team that made medical history earlier this month. The multidisciplinary medical team successfully transplanted donor hands and forearms onto eightyear-old Zion Harvey of Baltimore, making him the first patient to receive a pediatric hand transplant in the world. “It was 40 surgeons over a period of 12 hours,” explains Clancy. “We have a lot of cutting edge stuff going on.” More information on the Shriners hospitals and transportation program is online at www. bcshriners.com/gizeh/ what_we_do.shtml. To read Zion’s story, visit w w w. s h r i n e r s i n t e r national.org, where it is linked under News.

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Carole Rooney Free Press

Big Country Shrine Club #50 (BCSC) remains a driving force behind getting sick children to hospitals. Local Shriner Ray Matwick says the club raises funds to offset the transportation and accommodation costs of getting sick children and their families to Shriners Hospitals for Children. Specially designed Care Cruiser buses carry local children plus an accompanying adult, from locations throughout the province to Shriners hospitals, as well as BC Children’s or Sunny Hill hospitals in Vancouver. This is accomplished through the Shriners of British Columbia and Yukon-Shriners Care for Kids program that provides access to exceptional pediatric care based on medical need, not a family’s ability to pay.

The BCSC was inaugurated in September 1994, and its 14 members, called “Nobles,” also belong to the local Masons Mt. Begbie Lodge. (All Shrine Club members must first be Freemasons.) The local club is fairly unique in that the wives (“Ladies”) are included in many activities, despite the Shriners and Mason membership restrictions to men only, Matwick explains. It has also donated close to $30,000 to the South Cariboo Health Foundation over the years, and also supports BC Children’s Hospital as well as some local children and families in need, he notes. Matwick has put together a book offering a pictorial tour covering the local club’s and the Williams Lake Shrine Club’s past 20 years (to 2014) of fundraising, community and group activities. He is offering it to club members at cost, so it is a good time to consider joining the BCSC, which welcomes new members (who are also Masons). For more information on Shriners, call Matwick at 250-395-3107, or visit www.bcshriners.com where folks can also find details on the Shriners Care for Kids program.

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Four Taxi Licenses for sale in the Williams Lake area. 604-597-3691 or 604-753-2316 HIP OR knee replacement? Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in walking/dressing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply today for assistance: 1-844-453-5372.

Sunday: Big Book Study Group @ Heath Unit (behind hospital) at 7:30 PM Monday: Noon meeting @ Scenic Place unit #18, 208 8th St. at 12:00 PM Tuesday: 100 Mile Sobriety Group @ United Church at 8:00 PM Thursday: Step and Tradition Group @ 108 Community Hall (upstairs)at 7:30 PM

Lost & Found LOST: Heavy silver chain with a large cross with semiprecious stones in 100 Mile around June 22. Call 778997-3343

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Timeshare CANCEL YOUR Timeshare. No risk program stop mortgage & maintenance payments today. 100% money back guarantee. Free consultation. Call us now. We can help! 1-888-356-5248.

CHAMBERMAID REQUIRED Our motel is looking for high energy person/ chambermaid. This is a part time position. Persons willing to be flexible with work hours will be given priority. Organizational skills with attention to details pertaining to cleaning and working without supervision is required. In addition to cleaning duties this position may include front desk duties and others for right person. Please contact Karen Geddes 250-3954443.

WHERE DO YOU TURN

Career Opportunities MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?

MEATCUTTER

Required for Sept. 1/15

Please drop off resumé with references. HOURS: 8:00am to 6:00pm EVERY DAY

250-791-6699 • Located in the 108 Mall • Easzee Dr., 108 Mile Ranch

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START A new career in Graphic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Education or Information Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765

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Experienced Part-Time

Mental Wellness & Substance Use Clinician (Masters)

Short Log Loader Traffic Control Personnel Maintenance Support Worker Sanitation Worker Parts/Sales Associate Parts Advisor Server Cook Dishwasher/Kitchen Hand Traffic Control/Flagger Retail Sales Detailer/Car wash Attendant Servers Casual Cook

COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Bring your passion of supporting and working in a community outreach setting where you can become a valuable partner with the Northern Secwepemc communities. Three Corners Health Services Society, in partnership with Canim Lake, Canoe Creek, Dog Creek, Soda Creek, Williams Lake, and Alkali Lake is looking for a Mental Wellness Clinician who understands holistic health including all aspects of the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual quadrants. Qualifications: The successful applicant must have knowledge of First Nations peoples within the Interior Health region as well as a good understanding of colonization and the unique history of Indigenous peoples in Canada. This understanding includes the impacts of colonization both past and present. The individual will practice from a Trauma-Informed and culturally safe paradigm. Flexibility with work hours is required, as occasionally weekends or evenings may be needed. We are seeking a candidate with: t Past and/or current counselling experience within a First Nations context t Group facilitation experience in both traditional First Nations approaches and mainstream approaches t General competency in concurrent disorders t Excellent communication skills and cross cultural communication experience t Two years’ recent related experience in a mental health and substance use environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience t Current valid B.C. driver’s license and reliable vehicle t Masters degree from an accredited university in an Allied Health, Behavioural, or Social Science field relevant to the position t Ability to complete successful advanced criminal record check Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Aboriginal ancestry per Canada’s Human Rights Act and Legislation surrounding employment equity. To apply please email your resume to: Shawna Nevdoff, Mental Wellness Advisor (Interior) Phone (1) 250-319-9241 Email: shawna.nevdoff@fnha.ca For detailed information please visit www.threecornershealth.org Closing Date: Posted until filled

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CONTRACT CARPENTER: over 40 years exp. Honest & reliable. Ref. available. Versed in all aspects of construction. Additions, renovations, flooring, finishing, framing, ceramics, drywall, cabinets, garages, concrete work. Planning & ideas. Please call Barry 250-3954533 or 250-395-9151

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Extremely successful old-time photo studio in Barkerville for sale. High producer, lot of fun and immensely popular attraction. Incl. training & equipment: sale@barkerville.com or 250-392-7119 $139,900

Mobile Homes & Parks

Home Improvements FULL SERVICE plumbing from parker dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928

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Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay Excellent quality cow & horse hay, large round & large square bales. Phone early a.m. & evenings. Deliveries available (250)398-2805

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For Sale By Owner Little Fort bungalow, 3 bdrm, 1 bath on .4 acre. $129,000. Ph. 250-777-4050 or email silverthreadssewing@gmail.com

BUILT BETTER THAN NEW! 2 bdrm home at the 103. Everything new. 5 appl., windows, tiled bathroom, 6x25 deck. Now fenced for privacy. This beautiful home must be seen! $33,500. Owner financing with cash down possible. Call 250-945-4086

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Cariboo Pet Crematorium

44 Heated Units 65 Non-heated Units Freight Agents for: VanKam Freightways Clark Reefer

Est. 1997

Hand crafted urns complete with name plate.

250-395-2447

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Pets

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9 (250) 395-221 9 (250) 395-393

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536 Horse Lake Road, #3 Uptown Plaza Mon.-Fri. 8:30.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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Free Press Thursday, AugustAugust 6, 2015 6, 2015 100 Mile House Free Press Thursday,

Apt/Condo for Rent

Scrap Car Removal

$525/mo. Updated 2 bdrm apartment in 4plex. Utils not incl. 10 min drive to 100 Mile, Pet negotiable, 250-395-2080.

FREE SCRAP CAR PICK UP*

For reliable service call Penny

250-395-0809 or 250-395-0168

Commercial/ Industrial

“The Only Ministry of Environment Approved Scrap Car Recycler.”

100 Mile New & Used Auto Parts Ltd. 250-395-1141

Toll Free: 1-877-395-1133

100mileautoparts@telus.net *Certain restrictions apply. Call for details

1250 sq. ft. commercial retail space, street level, in Rosewood Building, for rent or lease. Across from Donex. 250-396-7334 or 604-5304224.