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Fire department entertains with big bangs and smoke Left: Fireworks explode over the Clearwater race-track on Hallowe'en as seen from the dock at Dutch Lake beach. Below: Members of the Rorison family enjoy the show. Pictured are (clockwise from top) Liam, Nikki, Emma-Lee and Brooklynn. More photos are on page A11 inside. Photos by Keith McNeill

Simpcw hold 20th annual Coho Day

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Two classes from Bert Edwards elementary school in Kamloops plus the primary students from Neqweyqwelsten School in Left: Fisheries officer Ron Hudema, formerly based in Clearwater, talks to students from Bert Edwards and Neqweyqwelsten schools about aquatic insects, were to find them, how to identify the insects and how they are important to fish as food. They were taking part in Coho Day at Simpcw First Nation’s hatchery near Dunn Lake on Oct. 29. Photo by Keith McNeill

Chu Chua took part in the 20th annual Coho Day put on by Simpcw First Nation at the Dunn Creek hatchery on Thursday, Oct. 29. “Our Coho Day is about promoting our facility and its stewardship capabilities within the valley from Kamloops to McBride,” said Tina Donald, one of the organizers. Dunn Creek hatchery is currently raising coho from Dunn Creek and, new this year, from Deadman River on behalf of Skeetchestn Indian Band. It also provides all the brood pairs for School District 73’s coho tank program, she said.

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Stations at Coho Day included the fence site operation on Dunn Creek, where students saw how coho are counted as they go upstream. Simpcw member Leon Eustache told traditional stories, either by the creek or in a nearby pit house. A bug station put on by Ron Hudema, formerly of Clearwater Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), taught about aquatic insects. Tom Nevin, DFO community advisor to Dunn Creek hatchery, used a fish wheel to show the students the low probability of salmon survival.

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The hatchery near Dunn Lake has been in operation since 1983. It started out raising coho and chinook on south end of Dunn Lake in lake pens. In the late 1980s its location changed to the north of the lake. It moved to its current position on Dunn Creek (downstream from the lake) in 1993. Other agencies and individuals that participated in Coho Day included District of Clearwater, District of Barriere, Kinder Morgan Canada, Chief Nathan Matthew, BC Parks, Secwepemc Fisheries, Tolko, plus Simpcw and hatchery staff.

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Winter road awareness meeting helps with communication Enterprises, Clearwater Fire Department, towing companies, flagging companies, and so on. “Slow down and move over.” According to the RCMP That seemed to be the number in B.C. website, motorists are one message for the driving public to come out of a winter roads required to slow down and move awareness meeting held last week over for all vehicles stopped alongside the road that have flashing in the Argo yard in Clearwater. The meeting is an annual affair red, blue or yellow lights. Drivers must decrease their so the various agencies involved with road maintenance and safety speed when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle when it is on or can tell each other about their beside a roadway and has its lights plans as they prepare for winter. flashing. Further, if there are two Attending were about 20 lanes going in the same direcrepresentatives from Argo, tion, drivers must move into the Ministry of Transportation inside lane to pass, if it is safe to and Infrastructure, RCMP, do so and a police officer has not District of Clearwater, Borrow directed them to do otherwise. This gives emergency workers as much 8th Annual space as possible “CHRISTMAS AT THE COTTAGE” to complete their duties. Photograph and Craft Sale On undivided November 26 - December 1 highways, this 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM DAILY applies to motorists approaching AT THE HOME OF HILDA REIMER the parked vehi3684 BIRCH IS. LOST CREEK RD. cle from either VAVENBY, BC - 250-676-9511 direction. If the (4 km past Vavenby bridge - signs will be posted) vehicle is stopped Come enjoy a relaxing cup of tea and browse through a on the driver’s selection of Photo and Christmas greeting cards, side of the road, calendars, fine art prints, homemade crafts and more. and there is another lane going in the same

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Harvey Nelson, general manager for Argo in Kamloops (l), checks out some LED emergency flares brought by Nelson Hindle of Clearwater Towing to a winter roads awareness meeting held at the Argo yard in Clearwater on Oct. 29. About 20 people from a variety of agencies attended. Photo by Keith McNeill

direction, drivers must move into that lane, if it is safe to do so. Where the speed limit is 80 km/h or higher, drivers must slow to 70 km/h, if they approach a vehicle stopped at the roadside with its lights flashing, Where the limit is below 80 km/h, drivers must reduce their speed to 40 km/h (hint: think of it as the 70/40 rule).

Other tips for drivers included slow down for road conditions, be prepared for winter, and check the DriveBC website for information before setting out. Other information exchanged during the meeting was mostly regarding procedures the different agencies plan to use during the upcoming snowy season.

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For example, there was agreement that, if it is snowing heavily and all victims or other occupants have been removed, it is best to leave vehicles that have gone off the road where they are until it stops snowing. Attempting to recover a vehicle from off the road with a tow truck during a snowstorm can be extremely dangerous, especially at night. Cpl. Mark Labossiere of Clearwater RCMP traffic services reminded those present that they should carry “All Clear” ribbon to mark any vehicles that have been checked so the police don't get multiple calls to go to the same accident scene. Labossiere also noted that the local detachment will be doing roadchecks after Hallowe'en to make sure people are using snow tires. A new bus looping service connecting Clearwater and Blackpool should reduce the number of vehicles on the road, said Mayor John Harwood. Harvey Nelson, general manager for Argo in Kamloops, encouraged people to use the road maintenance contractor's contact number to report any problem that might hazardous to other drivers. The number is 1-800-661-2025.

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Wells Gray Park has very good summer for tourists Keith McNeill A recent media release stating that B.C.'s parks drew a record number of visitors last summer was not news to Merlin Blackwell of Blackwell Park Operations, the contractor that takes care of Wells Gray and North Thompson parks. "We saw the upward trend right away,” he said. “Due to the demographic makeup of visitors coming to Wells Gray, we've been riding the crest of this wave for years now." According to the media release from B.C.'s Ministry of Environment, the latest numbers showed visitors from across Canada, the U.S. and abroad accounted for more than 25 per cent of the 159, 000 camping reservations made in 2015. This new, all-time record for the number of reservations made for provincial campgrounds continues a growing upward trend. More than 24,000 additional reservations were made this year compared to 2014, a 19 per cent increase. This was on top of a 13 per cent increase from 2013. "This year, the low Canadian dollar versus the Euro and US dollar made B.C. even a bet-

ter deal,” Blackwell said. “Most people don't realize that international travel business is often conducted in U.S. dollars, so Canada suddenly became a 15 to 20 per cent cheaper destination within about a year just due to currency markets." The park contractor said that their inhouse data for Wells Gray shows that about 47 per cent of their overnight campers are from Western Europe. The second biggest area is Alberta at around 24 per cent, with British Columbians coming in at about 20 per cent. Perhaps surprisingly, Americans generally make up only two or three per cent of the overnight campers in Wells Gray Park and North Thompson Park. "Day use is another matter entirely though,” Blackwell added. “Some days in August we see upwards of 60 tour buses at Spahats with mostly Asian visitors. At an average of 40 people a bus, that's 2,400 people from primarily Korea, Japan and China that at least see part of the park." "If it wasn't for the campfire ban and the lack of firewood sales, I would've had to bring on more people. It was hard to keep up as it was," the park contractor said.

Help for Christmas Light-Up Keith McNeill During its Oct. 20 meeting, Clearwater town council approved a grant-in-aid of $250 to Clearwater Rotary Club for its Christmas Lightup event. District of Clearwater also will provide power for Christmas lights to be placed on the south side of Highway 5 at the Rotary Park tennis courts as an in-kind donation. Connecting with businesses Council approved spending up to $1,500 to host a “small business pub night.” The money would be used to

pay for room rental, catering and appetizers. Purpose of the event would be to improve communication between the municipality and local businesses. Councillor Ken Kjenstad said they needed to discuss who to invite, and suggested owners, managers and their spouses. Declaring war on graffiti District of Clearwater should work with Junior Council and others to combat the amount of graffiti at the skateboard park in Rotary Park, said councillor Shelley Sim.

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“It's not artwork. It's vandalism,” she said. Students at both schools need to be reminded of the skateboard park's history and how the facility came about because of the work of several generations of youngsters, Sim felt. The councillor contrasted the amount of graffiti at the skateboard park, plus recent vandalism at the nearby field house, with the almost complete absence of the same at the Sportsplex. Sportsplex manager Roger Mayer commented that he could not remember the last time they had vandalism at the ice arena.

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Lest we forget Clearwater-Vavenby Legion Branch #259 president Joe Short (l) pins the first poppy onto Mayor John Harwood's lapel on Tuesday, Oct. 27. GovernorGeneral David Johnston received his first poppy in mid-October, followed by the respective provincial lieutenant-governors. Poppies are now for sale in several locations in Clearwater. Money from poppy sales go toward veterans, their families, and scholarships for students who have members who are currently serving or have served in the military. Photo by Keith McNeill

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The offices of the District of Clearwater “Municipal Hall” and ICBC/Motor Vehicle are located at: Dutch Lake Community Centre, 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N2 Mailing Address: Box 157, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N0 Tel: 250-674-2257 Fax: 250-674-2173 Open Burning Prohibited within the District of Clearwater

Clearwater The open Eco-Depot fire prohibition Increasing applies to: Their Hours:

Effective October 1st,yard the Clearwater will be increasing hoursmeters to Tuesday-Sunday, 8:00am – Burning of any waste, slashEco-Depot or other materials larger thantheir one-half 4:00pm year round. Theor only day they will be closed is Monday. If you have any questions, please contact  Burning of stubble grass Denise Roberts, Thompson-Nicola Regional at 1-877-377-8673.  The use ofPrograms fireworks,Assistant, sky lanterns or burning barrels of any District size or description The [prohibition does NOT ban campfires

Unless otherwise posted this prohibitionand remains in effect untilBylaw OctoberNo. 1, 2015. Proposed NEW Business Licensing Regulation 124, 2014:

At theofJuly 8, 2014 Regular Meeting of Council, the District of Clearwater Business Licensing and Regulation Notice 2015 Water Regulations Bylaw No. 124 was introduced received First15Reading. Council 30 brought back Bylaw No. 124 for discusth th Watering regulations will be inand effect from May to September , 2015.

sion at the September 15, 2015 Regular Meeting of Council and gave it Second Reading with amendments, Wateringa Hours – Betweenlist6:00am to 10:00am and from 6:00pm to 10:00pm (Properties with even with including more extensive of business categories. A Public Information meeting, in partnership numbered houses may water on even numbered will days; with odd2015 numbered houses mayDutch the Clearwater & District Chamber of Commerce, beand heldproperties November 17th, at 7:00pm at the water on odd numbered days). Lake Community Centre multipurpose room. A copy of Bylaw No. 124 is available on the District website at www.districtofclearwater.com. Watering is not allowed between the hours of 10:00am and 6:00pm. Watering between the hours of

12:00 midnight and 6:00am is restricted to automatic systems controlled by a timer and must be registered Residents with new lawns must register with the District Office for permission to of water daily until theyard newrefuse lawn grows longduring enoughSpring to be cut. the first resident Open burning dry garden and is allowed andAfter Fall each year.cutIt the is only permitted revert to regular regulations. onmust private property andsprinkling is to be carried out by the property owner/tenant or an acting agent on behalf of

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the property owner, as the property owner will accept all responsibilities of any liability as a result of the fire. Other Water Uses – All hoses used outdoors should be equipped with a working spring-loaded shut-off The piles of materials to be burnedand must notwashing be larger 1 meter 1 meter andloaded shall not beoff more thanor device. Hand watering of plants hand of than vehicles usedXwith a spring shut nozzle 1.5 meters high. Burning barrels must be covered with ½” screen mesh secured over the opening of the a hand held container is permitted at any time. burning barrel. Events Calendar Larger piles –ofbigger than 1advertises meter X 1 local meterevents X 1.5 meters require www.districtofclearwater.com a Burning Permit. Please call 250The District Clearwater both onhigh their-website and in our bi-monthly newsletter. youofwould include event,and please email detailswill to admin@docbc.ca. 674-2257 with details of theIftype burnlike andtoyour civicyour address, the information be passed on to the Fire Chief who may then issue a Burning Permit after inspecting the site.

Community Events June 12th, 2015 Opening of the Hospital Rim Trail – 4:45pm at the old Hospital parking lot Community Events:Information sessions on draft Trails Network Master Plan; Dutch Lake Community June 17th, 2015 November 6th, 2015 - Small Business Nite: and Smallcheck Business Owners are welcome to attend Centre 2-4pm and Week 6-8pm– PubCome it out!

7:00pm Wells Gray Inn Convention NovemberMeetings 11, 2015 –ofRemembrance DayWelcome. ceremony at 11:00am – Reginald Small Park Upcoming Council: Public November 2015Infrastructure – Public Information Meeting Business Licencing & Regulation Bylaw No. 124, June 16th, 17, 2015 Committee of the on Whole Meeting – 1:00pm June 16 , 2015 Regular Council Meeting 2:00pm Centre 7:00pm inthMulti-Purpose Room of Dutch Lake–Community

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Health care survey needs more input Editor, The Times:

The Clearwater chapter of the Rural and Remote Division of Family Practice still needs your input! We have had good response, but the more surveys that are completed, the more complete the picture we will have of the health care needs in the North Thompson Valley, which we can then work to address. The Community Health Survey is now online at https://surveys.divisionsbc.

ca/CommunityHealth Survey.survey and will be available until Tuesday, Dec 1. This is the same survey as the paper version, just more convenient for those with access to a computer. Paper surveys are still available at many locations from Little Fort to Blue River, along with blue collection boxes. The deadline for the paper version has been extended to Thursday, Nov 5 for collection in the boxes. After that

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date, please drop off at the Clearwater Medical Center. If you have any questions, or need surveys picked up please contact me at 250.674.3810 or by email at lsoles@divisionsbc.ca. Thank you very much. We appreciate the support, and look forward to receiving your survey.

Laura Soles, chapter coordinator Clearwater chapter of RRDFP

After the longest federal election campaign in living memory, I hope all the candidates across the province, took a day or two off with their families. Putting your name forward and stepping into the often tough world of politics isn’t easy, but our democratic system relies on good people doing just that. Win or lose, they all deserve our thanks and respect. In particular, I want to congratulate Justin Trudeau, and local MPs Dan Albas, Mel Arnold, Richard Cannings, and Stephen Fuhr. And I want to thank Ron Cannan for his service to KelownaLake Country. Regardless of party affiliation, my job as premier is to work with all federal parties to ensure the federal government understands our priorities. That means supporting our strong, growing and diverse economy, creating the conditions for new jobs, opening new markets in Asia, and investing in critical services and infrastructure. The results are clear: British Columbia is one of the last few net contributors to confederation. While other provinces struggle to control spending and balance their budgets, we have three consecutive balanced budgets in a row, with a fourth coming next year, and in four years, we’ll eliminate B.C.’s operating debt for the first time in 40 years. Thanks to your hard work, B.C. is projected to lead Canada in economic growth this year and for years to come; placing our province in an enviable position in Canada. It also means we have

the ability to build upon our worldleading education, health care and postsecondary systems. Those are the things we can control – but like any province, British Columbia needs a strong federal partner. I’ve already reached out to Trudeau about our most urgent priority: A new agreement with the United States on softwood lumber. The now-expired 2006 agreement saw $2.4 billion in duties returned to B.C. companies – a huge boost for one of B.C.’s largest and most significant economic engines. Forestry is responsible for more than 145,000 direct and indirect jobs. While we’ve made great strides diversifying our export markets, particularly in Asia, the U.S. isn’t going anywhere – it will always be a crucial market. It’s critical to have a stable agreement with our largest softwood trading partner. We also need a federal partner to support a once-in-a-generation opportunity in liquefied natural gas. The Pacific NorthWest LNG project, currently under review by the federal government, represents a US$36-billion investment, 330 direct operational long-term jobs, 300 local spin-off jobs, up to 4,500 jobs at peak construction, as well as contract, supply, and other economic opportunities for small- and medium-sized businesses across the province. I look forward to working with Prime Minister Trudeau to ensure B.C. can continue to contribute to this country like never before.

Reconciliation: a meaningful step Editor, The Times:

Re: Myths of the Highway of Tears (Oct. 29 issue of the Times). Tom Fletcher's column triggered my memory of the dog whistle politics we saw in the recent federal election. The Highway of Tears is not a myth and using mythology in the title of that column is an insult to the hundreds of Aboriginal families who have lost loved ones as a result of many tragedies that have occurred on that road and across this country. The identity politics of the outgoing prime minister were

properly rewarded, and the party that showed Stephen Harper the door at 24 Sussex Drive has promised an inquiry into the disproportionate number of murders and disappearances that continue to occur in the Aboriginal population. It would be hoped that an inquiry will begin to expose the depth and colour of systemic issues inherent in Canadian institutions that help perpetuate these tragedies, and that the new federal government will commit to real solutions from its recommendations. The incoming prime minister has made further commitments to the 92 recommendations

that came out of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) process. The TRC has helped many Canadians to understand the origins of deep-rooted problems faced by Aboriginal communities both on and off reserve, and to help them move Canadians individually and collectively to a reconciliation commitment. Those current and future problems will always be about the quality of the relationship between the First Nations people and the general non-native population. Improving the transportation options for people in the North

is primary, but it does not solve the systemic problems that continue to poison opportunities for everyone to work together to end the dysphoria that has dominated Aboriginal communities both on and off reserve. Reconciliation Canada (reconciliationcanada.ca) is a key agent of change in this space and is dedicated to building meaningful relationships where all Canadians achieve their full potential and shared prosperity. Getting informed is the first step. Stepping into this discourse is the next. I am stepping in.

Carl Mashon Victoria, B.C.

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Leap Manifesto is not a threat to the general public Editor, The Times:

Look before you leap – good advice. The Leap Manifesto, launched Sept. 15, was a call for Canada that was based on caring for the Earth and one another. In other words, policy and politics should align with climate science. Even Mark Carney has said that and he was possibly the best Bank of Canada governor in history. This manifesto sounds perfectly sensible – invest in infrastructure, go somewhat “green.” In these days of climate change and global warming, it would appear to be essential to our survival. The Leap Manifesto is supported by the usual suspects, such as David Suzuki and Ashley Callingbull. The article I'm quoting from is by Seth Klein, brother of Naomi Klein and B.C. director of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. A quick glance at this manifesto's basics have convinced me that the rest of us should have no problems in supporting it.

So why the horrendous hysteria on the part of Canada's corporate media? The Globe and Mail said that this document calls for the “upending of the capitalist system.” The Prince George Citizen (reprinted in the Vancouver Sun), said the manifesto was released by some of Canada's most radical and left-wing forces, “a chilling document.” And that convicted felon and Canadian when it's convenient, Conrad Black, writing in the National Post, heaped scorn with some creative insults. One does not have to look further for an example of how our corporate media sees its main duty to protect our clapped-out capitalist system – a capitalism that depends on some free market tooth fairy who, like Godot, never does show up when needed. Yes, the Leap Manifesto does pose a threat to this cuckoo capitalism. To the rest of us, no.

Dennis Peacock Clearwater, B.C

Even a 'futile gesture' will help refugees displaced from war zones Editor, The Times:

The heartbreak of seeing drowned little boys has deeply saddened all of us. It is only natural and human that we want to do something to help the thousands and thousands of people who have been displaced by war. The fact that in reality there is little we can do to solve the problem for the millions who have been forced to flee war zones only increases the frustration level of the average Canadian. What we need is a futile gesture. We need to take some action that will help out a very lucky few but will make all of us “feel better” because we will have at least done something. It will do nothing to stop the killing

but it will mark us as a compassionate society that wants to help. Whether it does anything to address the real problem is beside the point and must be recognized as such from the outset. We can do this. We have the knowledge and experience of the intake of the Vietnamese boat people. Dust off the files and lessons learned. We have in military facilities located across the country the accommodation to house several thousand families while documentation and screening is completed. We have the private organizations and groups who want to sponsor refugee families. Let’s do it. I’m sure we can shame the Americans into providing the strategic lift to ferry

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refugees from Turkey and Jordan. So what are we waiting for? Come on politicians, this is your chance to rise above politics. When we have started to expedite the intake of upwards of 50,000 souls, we will have the moral authority to demand the rest of the world take the actions necessary to stop the killing. If that means the use of military force echelons above simply bombing ISIS, so be it. There is such a thing as a just war and destroying ISIS and Assad is a just aim if ever there was one. We must recognize, however, that the power vacuum

we create by military action will require a generation of occupation and education if we are not to repeat the errors made by toppling despotic regimes and walking away (i.e. Libya, Iraq) Those who think the problem can be solved by aid packages and refugee intake alone are criminally mistaken. One wonders if their position is governed by the knowledge that to really solve the problem requires much greater sacrifice than they have the stomach for. That’s my thought on this impossible situation.

Don McLaughlin Kamloops, B.C.

Appreciating foster parents Some of the foster parents in the North Thompson Valley take part in a dinner held for them during October, Foster Parent Appreciation Month. During the dinner they and Ministry of Children and Family3:44 Development staff 1talked about BaseJournalRONA2007_Ang 2/26/07 PM Page the challenges and joys of being “safe” homes for young people. For information about how to become a foster parent, please contact Wendy Harris at the Ministry's Clearwater office, 250-674-6810. l-r) 1MargaBaseJournalRONA2007_Ang 2/26/07Pictured 3:44 are PM(back, Page ret Neal, Tracy Richardson, Wayne Richardson, Pam Ritchie, Marvin Ritchie, (front, l-r) Sandi Allen and Pat Ratcliffe. Photo by Keith McNeill

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Thirty members of North Thompson Savings and Credit Union gathered at the Women's Institute Hall in Clearwater to pay tribute to Mr. and Mrs. John Quelle. They were often spoken of as "Mr. and Mrs. Credit Union" for their work in organizing the local credit union. An ad invited one and all to inspect the local credit union branch's new premises.

Health Minister Ralph Loffmark asked John Harwood of Wells Gray Hospital Society what steps his board was taking to expedite planning and construction of an ambulatory diagnostic and treatment center in Clearwater. In a statement from School District 26 (Birch Island), chairman Mrs. M.W. Pye said that no decision had yet been made regarding proposed amalgamation with School District 24 (Kamloops).

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Anderson of Ruskin and Ruth Davis from Dixon, Illinois, were re-united in Clearwater after 56 years. Ruth had been taken to England in 1924 to live with her grandparents after her mother's death, and her family in the Cariboo lost track of her.

YEARS AGO:

A two-vehicle collision in Clearwater took the life of a 38-year-old Vavenby mother of two children. Her Honda Civic was struck headon by a half-ton pickup. Police urged motorists to make allowance for bad road conditions and to slow down to a safe speed. About 250 people were on hand at the dedication of Clearwater's new Sikh temple. Planning for the Tegh Bahadurji temple, named after the ninth guru of Sikhism, had begun with a meeting at CSS about three years earlier.

YEARS AGO:

MLA Bud Smith thanked School District 26 superintendent Don Handfield and Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital administrator Linda Basran for their help in securing funding for a mental health officer to serve the area.

YEARS AGO:

From 1,000 to 1,300 people filled the Clearwater Stockcar Association grounds to watch a fireworks display put on by the fire department. The display was the first in a long time.

YEARS AGO: Karen Montgomery was named Clearwater Citizen of the Year. Other nominees were Edna Gray, Katrina Link, Jeanette Stockton, Joyce St. John, Lloyd Strickland and Paul Robison (who passed

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YEARS AGO:

Close to 20 people, including members of Clearwater's United Church congregation, took part in the final family service for Birch Island's little church. "You and I, on this day, are going through a death and a restorative process," said Rev. Jim White during the final service for St. John and St. Paul's Anglican Church. An estimated 1,000 people or more watched the Halloween fireworks display put on by the Clearwater Fire Department.

YEARS AGO:

Canfor was working on a business plan to re-open its Vavenby sawmill, Mayor John Harwood reported to Clearwater town

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council. "They likely wouldn't be selling wood on the open market but by direct sale," he said. A crane lifted 10 modules onto their foundations next to Evergreen Acres as construction continued on a project to provide additional housing for local seniors and the disabled. Thieves stole three quads plus a pickup truck and a trailer from three Parksville hunters who were staying overnight in Little Fort. The trio had been coming back to the area for seven consecutive years.

YEAR AGO: Blue River’s Willow MacDonald and Shelley Sim of Clearwater faced off to decide who should be the next school trustee for the upper North Thompson Valley during an election forum at CSS. A few hours later they did it again at a forum at Blue River. MacDonald then debated for a third time as she took on Max Lentz, who was challenging her to be TNRD director for Thompson Headwaters (Area B). Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department was called out to fight a late season forest fire near the Candle Creek crosscountry ski trails. The fire was confined to duff on the forest floor but appeared to have been burning for some time.

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away shortly before the awards banquet). The provincial government was prepared to substantially increase its contribution to help Clearwater incorporate said TNRD director Bert Walker. Kamloops MLA Cathy MacGregor was prepared to increase the grant to cover the costs of incorporation from $150 per capita to $200. Transportation Minister Harry Lali would have his staff re-consider a study that found major expenditures would be needed on the roads within the proposed municipality.

The Thompson region will add 30,000 jobs in the next 10 years, with the highest

The family of Lavern Boettger would like to thank all of the people involved in any way in the search for him. It has been two years now and for us it seems like yesterday. We remember all of the determined people in the mornings and the tired faces after a long day of searching; the people who went out of their way, above and beyond anything we could have asked for, but who didn’t have to be asked. The people who spent time away from their families; Search and Rescue and the RCMP; and the people who still search for Lavern - our dad, grandfather, husband, brother and friend. A thank you does not even seem like enough. We have not forgotten any of you, we appreciate every effort and we are forever grateful.

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demand in health care, according to a new labour-market report. “The issue is we have to find a lot of new workers to replace ones that are retiring,” said economist Rob Malatest. About half the new positions will require post-secondary education, including trades training. Occupations that will see growth include hospitality, tourism, as well as clerical staff. The number of jobs will increase if the 31 major projects in an area become a reality. The study found 8,000 vacancies and 4,000 unemployed in the region.

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Bylaw adjudication process working for regional district Times Staff A report was provided to the Thompson-Nicola Regional District board of directors during its meeting on Oct. 22 that included statistics on the TNRD's new bylaw dispute adjudication system. In February of this year, the board adopted a bylaw that allows for the enforcement of regional district's regulatory bylaws through issuance of a notice (a ticket with corresponding fines). The new system also allows disputes to be resolved through an adjudicator instead of through the provin-

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cial court system. In July, August and September, a total of eight tickets were issued — two were paid and one was disputed. One ticket was taken through to an adjudication hearing. Occupational health and wellness position created After receiving a report on the increasing attention WorkSafe BC has been giving to health and safety at local government work places, the board resolved to create a safety and wellness specialist position within the human resources department, effective January 2016.

Edward (Fast Eddy) Dostaler is back in Kamloops to pick up a car and raise awareness for breast-cancer and Alzheimer’s research.

decided he will be able to raise more awareness for the causes if he was accompanied by a vehicle. He temporarily abandoned the run last week, halting his progress in Gander, N.L., and flew home to the Tournament Capital on Friday. In August, Dostaler told KTW he was run-

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Back-to-the-land stories Author Eleanor Deckert (l) presents Darlene Cowie of the Clearwater Library with a copy of her book, “10 Days in December.” Deckert will speak at book launch events at the Clearwater Library on Nov. 12 at 12 noon and Nov. 13, 1 – 6 p.m. She will be at the Kamloops Library main branch on Dec. 9, 7 – 8:30 p.m. The bookmobile will also have a copy available for loan. Photo by Katrina Link

ning out of money and the return trip might not be possible, but made it clear today (Oct. 28) the hiatus in Kamloops is not about raising cash for himself. He plans to return to Gander and continue the journey home to B.C. The vehicle will enable Dostaler to visit

more schools and participate in more media events on his westward return trip, he said. Since touching down in the River City, Dostaler has been in contact with elementary and high schools across Kamloops and surrounding areas, aiming to plan educational visits.

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SAFETY IS OUR #1 PRIORITY Ernest Otto Graffunder, better known as Ernie, of Vavenby, British Columbia, passed away peacefully at his home in Forest View Place of almost 2 1/2 years on October 24, 2015. He was 89 years of age.

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A celebration of Ernie’s life and his legacy will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 1:00pm at the Vavenby Hall in Vavenby, British Columbia. The family is requesting that if you are attending please dress warm for the short outdoor procession and toast prior to the service. Bring your stories and your memories of Ernie to share and stay for an afternoon visit. Condolences may be sent to the family via www.NorthThompsonFuneral.com. Arrangements entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N2, 250-674-3030

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Christmas craft sale gets underway Eleanor Deckert It's time to break your piggy bank and head to the local Christmas craft fairs. I have just come from the annual Little Fort Christmas Craft Fair and my eyes are still dancing as I recall

the splendid booths. Excellent variety and abundant wares, clever designs, every colour imaginable, vendors from several places brought such a wide selection of interesting items. I saw knitting from Peru, wooden

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Free Flu Clinics Bring your Care Card with you! Get your free ﬂu shot at: Blue River Blue River Health Centre 858 Main Street Monday, November 9 1 pm - 2:30 pm No appointment necessary Clearwater Evergreen Acres Senior’s Centre 144 Evergreen Place Wednesday, November 4 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm No appointment necessary Clearwater Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital 640 Park Drive Thursday, November 5 9:30 am - 3 pm Tuesday, November 10 1 pm - 5 pm No appointment necessary

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Wendy Pollard of Vavenby displays her magnificent quilts and other wares at a craft fair held at the Blue River Community Hall, Sunday Nov. 1. With more local people fine-tuning their artistic skills, it's time to take a closer look at these temporary markets and seek out the gems. Photo by Eleanor Deckert

jewelry from Africa, ornaments made of glass, charming stuffed toys, handy kitchen gadgets, garden products, collections of soothing health products, glittery trinkets, patchwork patterns and wooden plaques. There were slippers and mittens, hats and quilts, all chasing away

winter's chill. The glassware was painted so delicately. The decorations would complement every home. The chocolates and baking smelled inviting. The unique designs and quality craftsmanship were worth every penny. Watch for announcements. Make

your wish list. Check out the local craftsmanship. Why spend your money on far off factory-made items you can buy at any time of year? It seems to me that these bazaar opportunities are better than a gold mine as Christmas gift-giving draws ever nearer. Come and see!

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An Evening of Music at the Dutch Lake Community Centre Thursday November 5th Doors open at 6:30PM Show 7:00PM - 9:00PM Featuring

Todd Harding and his friends Tim Larose Barb Hall and friends Admission and refreshments by donation All proceeds raised will go to the Red Cross Help Depot

On Saturday, Oct. 10 at approximately 2:45 a.m., an unknown person smashed out a couple of the windows of the Avola Gas Station. The cost to replace the windows was approximately $2,500. Clearwater RCMP are asking for the public’s help. Anyone with information, please contact the RCMP (250-674-2237) or Crime Stoppers (1-800-222-8477).

Two driving too fast

On Oct. 28 at 10:40 a.m., Clearwater RCMP impounded a Honda Civic SI for speeding at 152 km/hr in a posted 100 km/ hr zone on Highway 5 near Birch Island. The driver was issued a speeding ticket for $368 and his vehicle will be impounded for seven days. On Oct. 29 at 3:15 p.m., Clearwater RCMP pulled over a Dodge Ram pickup for speeding 133 km/hr in a posted 100 km/ hr zone just north of Little Fort. The driver was issued a speeding ticket for $198. During the traffic stop a small amount of hash oil was seized from the driver. Charges are not being forwarded at this time.

Asleep at the wheel

On Oct. 30 at approximately 6 a.m. the driver of a white van fell asleep, drove off of the highway into the ditch, striking a power pole before the van came to a rest. The investigation revealed the driver did not have a valid driver’s licence, he was speeding and the van did not have valid insurance. The door was removed from the van so the driver could be extracted and taken to hospital. The driver's girlfriend (passenger) did not sustain any injuries. The driver was issued almost $1,500 in tickets under the BC Motor Vehicle Act. RCMP also seized a small amount of cocaine and three meth pipes from the inside of the van.

Arrested for assault

On Oct. 31, Clearwater RCMP attended a residence on Old North Thompson Highway for a report of a fight between two males. One of the male was arrested for assault and will have to appear in Clearwater Provincial Court in November 2015. The other male was taken to the hospital for minor injuries.

Impaired driving brings penalty

On Nov. 1 at approximately 1:45 a.m., Clearwater RCMP pulled over a vehicle on Highway 5 near Clearwater Station Road. The driver was deemed to be impaired by alcohol. The driver was issued a 90 day driving prohibition and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days. It will cost the driver approximately $5,000 to get his driver’s licence back.

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WorkSafeBC rule changes follow in wake of deaths Kamloops This Week The B.C. government has introduced changes to WorkSafeBC legislation in the wake of fatal dust explosions at two northern B.C. sawmills in 2012. MLAs are debating a bill that requires employers to report all workplace fires or explosions that had the potential to cause serious injury to a worker, require employer investigation reports to be posted or reported to employees, and allows WorkSafeBC to help workplace health and safety committees to resolve disagreements over health and safety issues. Two mill workers died and 20 others were injured when an explosion and fire tore through the Babine Forest Products sawmill on Jan. 20, 2012. On April 23, 2012 a similar explosion killed two workers and injured 22 more employees at Lakeland Mills in Prince George. No criminal charges were laid in either event.

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Is it time for no time change? Petition calls for end to falling back and springing ahead Jessica Wallace â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kamloops This Week Bob Dieno believes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for a change â&#x20AC;&#x201D; just not one that involves springing ahead or falling back. The Kamloops business owner and past president of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce is behind a petition gaining traction to cancel seasonal time change across the province, with the goal of handing over at least 10,000 signatures to the provincial government. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So, stay on one time all year long,â&#x20AC;? Dieno told KTW. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You set your time and you set your clocks and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it.â&#x20AC;? Dieno has been against adjusting time since his student days at Cariboo College, when he missed a final exam and would have failed a chemistry course had it not been for an empathetic professor who allowed him â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Â and two other students â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Â to take it at a later date, albeit with a penalty. It left a sour taste in Dienoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mouth, one that remains almost 25 years later. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I honestly truly have disliked the time change forever,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nobody ever ques-

tions it. Nobody ever stands out there and says, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Why are we doing this?â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? He said he talked to thousands of people, noting â&#x20AC;&#x153;everybody hates it.â&#x20AC;? Those against it, Dieno said, are largely indifferent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t broke, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fix it,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But, I can tell you itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actually broken.â&#x20AC;? Towns in the eastern corners of the province, such as Creston and many in the Peace River region, never change their clocks, but their schedules are more complicated than those jumping back and forth with the seasons. They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t operate on Daylight Saving Time and, complicating the matter, are with Alberta in the Mountain Time Zone â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Â an hour ahead of Clearwater & the Pacific Time Zone â&#x20AC;&#x201D; for reasons dating 3nd Annual back to the building of the railroad. Dieno cited various statistics, such as heart attacks spiking after the clocks spring ahead to increased traffic-related deaths,

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The CYMHSU Collaborative, funded by the Shared Care Committee with support from the Ministry of Health and Doctors of BC, involves multiple organizations and ministries all working together to increase the number of children, youth, and their families receiving timely access to mental health services and support in the Interior Health region. https://www.divisionsbc.ca/rural-remote/mentalhealth The Clearwater CYMHSU is looking for a Project Lead with the following qualifications: Preferred Education. Training and Experience â&#x20AC;˘ Diploma or Degree in health care, counselling, project management, business administration, or related discipline such as organizational development or leadership or a combination of education and experience â&#x20AC;˘ Recent, related experience in project coordination, change management, and organizational development and or primary care â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge or experience with Child and Youth Mental Health and/or Substance Use is preferred Preferred Skills and Abilities â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing â&#x20AC;˘ Proven ability to use Microsoft-Office Suite of tools for collection and presentation of information e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others â&#x20AC;˘ Proven ability to plan, lead, coordinate and inspire positive change Contractors are expected to supply their own office, laptop, phone and transportation. This position is based on approximately 12-15 hours per week, with a wage range beginning at $35/hr. Please submit resume and cover letter by email to Laura Soles at: lsoles@divisionsbc.ca

insomnia and health issues among seniors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Researchers looked at the Mondays following the time shift over a 23-year-period between 1983 and 2006 and found 3.6 more injuries on time shift days and a 68 per cent increase in lost work days,â&#x20AC;? states Dienoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chamber policy, citing a 2009 study by the Journal of Applied Psychology. ICBC issues reminders before each change of possible dangers associated with the switch, urging drivers, pedestrians and cyclists to take extra care and caution in the following weeks. Those interested in signing the petition can go online to the Stop the Time Change Facebook page, where the petition is linked.

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Wildlife in the urban interface Left: Three deer graze along the Highway 5 right-of-way next to the new Clearwater Shopping Centre on Sunday evening. Below: One of the deer appears unperturbed by vehicles parked nearby. Drivers in the vehicles seemed unaware the animals were just over the fence. Photos by Keith McNeill

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Union calls for an end Fireworks show is a to burning of slash piles blast!

Left: A globular cluster explosion is reflected in the still waters of Dutch Lake. Below, left and right: Rockets blast the skies over Clearwater during the fire department's annual fireworks show on Hallowe'en. Photos by Keith McNeill

found last month, two smaller piles near Knouff Lake and a massive burn pile in the Monte Lake area. Pellerin said both appear to contain potentially valuable wood resources that could, at least, be burned in cogeneration plants. Rick Sommer, district forest manager in Kamloops, said companies are not breaking rules when they burn slash. He said the piles found "... don't look significantly different from the piles I've seen over the past several weeks." There are rules in place allowing companies to burn only when weather conditions are favourable for venting. Kamloops Forest District is part of a research project to determine if there are ways to utilize more of the fibre. Potential uses include energy, wood pellets for export or solid wood products.

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A forest union official is crying foul at burning of slash piles that could be used for products or to create energy. Under the watch of government, B.C.'s forest industry continues to burn timber on the forest floor that could be used to create energy, a senior executive with Unifor has charged. Rene Pellerin, an executive with Unifor Local 10-b and its former president, said members touring in the bush are collecting for him examples of wood waste about to go up in smoke. "Eastern [Canada] mills are just appalled at what we're doing here," Pellerin said. "They're starving for timber. They can't run while we just burn this stuff." He highlighted two examples

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Sports Volleyball off to a promising start at CSS

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Clearwater Peewee House player Aubry Leppington takes the puck up the ice with Devin Green following and Alex Lamash at the back during a game against Penticton on Sunday, Oct. 24. Referee is Vanessa McGill. Over the weekend the Peewee House team hosted Penticton and Kamloops for some round-robin exhibition games. Clearwater won all four of its games. So far the team has only played two league games but has won both of them. The team will go to Ashcroft and Merritt in a week, then travel to Lumby for a tournament in November. Photo by Keith McNeill

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Volleyball season has begun at Clearwater Secondary School and already some teams are showing promise, according to athletic director Marie Giesbrecht. As reported in last week's issue, as of last week the senior boys were 2 – 2 for the season. They were to host the West Zone championships on Wednesday, Nov. 4. They were to play Kamloops Christian School for the right to advance to the Okanagans in Kelowna. Look for results in a future issue of the Times. The senior boys team includes players from grades 9 to 12. Grade 8 girls are showing steady improvement as they play their league games. Junior girls finished second in a tournament at St. Ann's in October and have won several games in league play. During a play-day at CSS on Oct. 24, the senior girls lost both their matches 2-1 against St. Ann's and Barriere. The senior girls went to St. Ann's on Oct. 29 for more league games and beat St. Ann's and Chase 2-0.

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Clearwater Secondary School senior girls volleyball player Annie Whelen goes up for a serve during a game against St. Ann's at the school on Oct. 24. The local team lost both their matches 2-1 against St. Ann's and Barriere. Photo by Keith McNeill

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Vavenby has fun at Hallowe'en party Robyn Rexin There was a large crowd at the Hallowe'en party at Vavenby Hall. Nearly all of the adults were dressed in costumes as well. Hot dogs, hot chocolate, and coffee were given out for free. There were only three age groups for the costume judging – preschool, primary school age, and adults. Everyone received a ribbon, a goodie bag, and a bag of chips. After the judging, many of the adults and kids went outside to stand and chat around the bonfire. The young children were more interested in running around, chasing each other, and screaming. The party ended with fireworks. They were very colourful and plentiful. Thanks go to the Vavenby Volunteer Fire Department for building and looking after the bonfire and for setting off the fireworks, and to Val Bellows and Kathy Cederholm for organizing such a fantastic party. Hallowe'en fun at Strong Start Vavenby Strong Start had its Hallowe'en dress-up day on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Leader Mrs. Jody brought sensory bags for the girls to feel, one filled with spaghetti, all of them with eye balls and spiders. First the girls made a Hallowe'en picture by cutting pieces of paper and gluing on

Kelsey Rexin (l) and Kate Lin Tourond show off the pumpkin they carved at Strong Start in Vavenby. Photo by Robyn Rexin

decorations such as cotton balls and popsicle sticks. The girls also carved a face on a pumpkin, which was donated by Bob and Mick Siddons of Clearwater. Coffee and lunch for the community Vavenby Christian Church held a free community coffee and lunch on Wednesday, Oct. 28. A large crowd, 32 people, attended this first one. There was a variety of delicious food to choose from and it was a good time for visiting. The next community lunch will be held on Nov. 25, 11 – 1. Special Vavenby stamps Vavenby post office had its New Image open house on Thursday, Oct. 29. A one-time only stamp,

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with the picture of the post office on it, had been preordered by post mistress Charlene Tobin for the special celebration day. The stamps sold quickly as a large crowd turned up for this event. There was tea, coffee, and baked goods available plus candy for the children. There was also an Image Upgrade draw. Winners and what they won were: 1st Tina Tobin, silver maple leaf coin; 2, Stella Schuchardt, collection of Canada stamps booklet; 3, Continued on page A19

Clearwater Christian Church Non-denominational congregation in fellowship with the broader Christian community in the area.

Meeting at: 11 Lodge Drive Wayne Richardson (Pastor)

Sunday Worship Service 10 am On the Web: www.clchch.com For information 250.674.7073 or 250.674.2912

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Applications are now being accepted for the TRU Health Care Assistant program being offered in Clearwater. The HCA program will teach you the skills you need to work with children who are physically challenged, as well as older adults in residential care facilities, assisted living facilities and clients’ private homes. Students will learn to provide hands-on care to patients using a person-centered approach. For further information, please call Sylvia: 250-674-3530 or email sarduini@tru.ca. If there is no answer, please leave your name and number and your call will be returned as soon as possible. Start Date: February 2016 Assessment testing begins immediately. Call 250-674-3530 to book your appointment. Testing cost is $35 due on test day.

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Nov. 8: 20th Annual Winter Wonderland Craft Fair, Legion Hall, 10 am – 2 pm, Contact 250-674-2127

Nov. 14: Legion Dinner, 257 Glen Rd, doors open 5 pm, adults $12; children 7-12 yrs, $6; 2-6 yrs, $3.

Nov. 9: Dementia Dialogue-Changing Behaviours & Perspective: Free Alzheimer Society of B.C. workshop on understanding what different behaviours mean and how to prepare for the changes of the person’s reality, perspective and personality. 10:30 am to 2:00 pm at the Elks Hall. Pre-registration required. Contact Linda Selbee 250-674-1912

Nov. 14-15: Bazaar, Blackpool Hall, 10am – 3 pm

Nov. 12: Clearwater Ski Hill AGM at 7:00pm. Clearwater Ski Lodge. (250)674-3848

Nov. 21 – 22: Craft Fair, Elks Hall, 9 am – 3 pm Nov. 21:Legion Dinner, 257 Glen Rd, doors open 5 pm, adults $12; children 7-12 yrs, $6; 2-6 yrs, $3. Nov. 29: 3rd Annual Lights to Remember, Memorial Tribute 3pm at the Clearwater Lodge. Call Eileen for info 250-674-2400 Dec. 13: Craft Sale, 9 am – 3 pm, Elks Hall

ONGOING EVENTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Indoor Market: Every Saturday May – Oct, 9 am – 12 noon, Elks Hall. • Tuesday Morning Coffee (TMC): Meets 10am – 11:30 @ Clearwater Community Baptist Church. All women and children welcome. (9:3010 am Bible Study). Info 250-674-3624 • Women in Business Luncheon: Last Wed. of the mth at Wells Gray Inn, 12–2 pm. Preregister at 250-674-2700 • Clearwater Choir: Youth 3:30 - 5 pm; Adult 6:30 - 9 pm, Tuesdays, Clearwater Christian Church • Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 250-6743703 for more info. • Clearwater Farmers’ Market May – Oct. Saturdays 9am– Noon. For more info please call Anne at 250-674-3444. • M&M (Mrs. & Ms.) Social. Last Sun of the mth Wells Gray Inn. 1pm: 250-587-6503 • Blackpool Community Hall Coffee House; Local musicians – 2nd Fri. of the mth. 6:30pm. Concession, $3 or 2 for $5. • Clearwater Elks Bingo - 2nd & 4th Wed. Elks Hall 5pm, Info call Phyllis 250-674-3535 • Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm. • Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm. • Upstream Community and Heritage Society open house Tuesdays: 9am-9pm @ Avola School House, various activities. Info ph Fay 250-678-5302. • Voices United Community Choir- every Wednesday, 4:30-5:30 at the Catholic Church of St. James. • Thompson Valley Quilters. Meet 2nd Wed. and 3rd Mon. of the mth at NTAC in the DLCC, 9 am - 4 pm. Info Linda 250-674-3437 or Dorothy 250-676-9270 • Vavenby Needle Arts Group. Meet every Tues. 11am - 4pm at Vavenby Community Center. Info Dorothy 250-676-9270 CHILDREN & FAMILIES • Racoon StrongStart - Raft River Elem school days Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 8:45-11:45am • Racoon StrongStart - Vavenby Elm school days Wed 8:50-11:50am • Clearwater Breastfeeding Group: 3rd Wed. of every month 7:30pm @ YCS • Mother Goose - Monday mornings, reg. Kerry 250-674-3530 HEALTH & HEALING • Hospice Grief Support: 2nd Thur of every mth, NT Funeral Home 1-3

pm, info 250-674-2400 • Shambhala Meditation Group: meets every Tuesday at Forest House 6:30-8:00 pm. Info: 250-674-3233. • Connections Healing Rooms - Wed. 1-3pm (except stat. holidays). 86 Young Rd. No charge. Sponsored by Living Streams Christian Church. www.healingrooms.com. • Healthy Choices – Tues 9am Clearwater Christian Church bsmnt (behind Fields). $2/wk drop-in free. Kim 250-674-0224 • Clearwater & District Hospice 3rd Mon. Sept-Jun 10am Legion 778208-0137. RECREATION • Drop-in soccer: May-Sept. Tuesdays & Thursday at 7pm at CSS field. Everyone welcome! • Bowling: Mon. 10–12pm & 1-3pm; Thurs., 1-3pm. Seniors Centre at Evergreen Acres. 250-674-3675 • Clearwater Sno-Drifters: 1st Thurs every mth. 250-676-9414 • CNT Rod & Gun Club: 3rd Tues. of the mth. Blackpool Hall 7pm Nov., Jan., & Mar. AGM in May • Volleyball: Winter, dates TBA, at Clearwater Secondary School Gym, $2 drop in. Info: 250-674-1878. • Youth Group: ages 12-18, Sat. 7-10 pm Dutch Lake Community Center, info 250-674-2600 • Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 250-674-2468 annie.pomme@ hotmail.com • Core Strength Fitness. Tuesdays. 10-11am 250-674-0001 • Badminton: Mon & Wed, Oct – Mar, CSS gym, 7:30-9:30 pm, $3 drop-in fee, info 250-674-2518 • Drop in Basketball: Winter, dates TBA, $2 drop in at Clearwater Secondary School Gym. Info: 250-674-1878 • Slo-Pitch: Clearwater mixed Slo-Pitch league May – July. Contact Carmen Archibald 778-208-1773, 250-674-2632 • Drop in Soccer: June -Sept, tues and Thurs, 6:30-8:00 PM, CSS field, $2 drop in, grade 8 to adult SENIORS • BUNCO: 3rd Tue of every mth, Dutch Lake Seniors Drop-in Centre, 1:30 – 3 pm, info 250-674-2400 • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society 3rd Sun Social Meet at the Wells Gray Hotel at 12:30pm for lunch or dessert, & chat • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society Book Club Last Thursday of the mth 2pm at the library. All seniors welcome. • WGCSS Writers Circle: Meets 1st & 3rd Thur. @ Library

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Dementia Dialogues Changing Behaviours & Perspective Dementia Dialogues are interactive learning opportunities for family caregivers to connect with one another and increase their knowledge about dementia and caregiving skills. Each session is an opportunity to learn about a different caregiving topic followed by a guided discussion. These informal sessions are facilitated to allow caregivers to share their experiences and to take home practical information Changing Beaviours and Perspective What do behaviours mean? • Behaviour as a means of communication • Share experiences and learn how to prepare for the changes the person’s reality, perspective and personality

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Please be advised that Michael Millar, Stephen Millar, Lisa Millar, and Darius Millar are proposing to remove 208 hectares of private land from Woodlot License W0385 located in the vicinity of the North end of Dunn Lake, BC. Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Michael A. Millar, 21367 Thacker Mountain Road, Hope, BC V0X 1L1 or to mike@ millars.ca by November 30, 2015. *Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to.

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The B.C. government is making licence plates mandatory for quads, dirt bikes and other offroad vehicles starting Nov. 1, requiring helmets and restricting use by children under 16. The B.C. legislation imposes a $230 fine for driving an unlicensed off-road vehicle, and a $368 fine for careless operation. For some offences under the Off-Road Vehicle Act related to reckless use or environmental damage, penalties can go as high as a $5,000 fine and six months in jail. Forests Minister Steve Thomson said the $48 licence fee applies only once when a vehicle is purchased, and was set to recover the costs of the program administered by ICBC. Once startup costs are paid for, a portion of the licence revenue will go to off-road clubs to use for trail improvements, Thomson said. The province estimates there are 200,000 offroad vehicles that require licensing, including snowmobiles that have been licensed since the 1970s. About 35,000 of those have registered voluntarily since the new licences were offered a year ago. Jeff Mohr, past president of the Quad Riders Association of B.C., said his members are most of the voluntary registrants so far, and they are pleased B.C. has a system to control the few users who ride recklessly or damage the environment. "We want to get more people out on the trails, sharing and enjoying the outdoors," Mohr said. The licence system also allows police to track stolen vehicles, even if they are taken out of the province. B.C. is the last Canadian province to implement a licensing system. The Quad Riders and B.C.'s 72 snowmobile clubs are prepared to publicize the new regulations to their members, and Thomson said they will act as "eyes and ears" for conservation and natural resource enforcement officers.

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John Thomas Coldwell (Jack) November 18, 1925 - October 27, 2015

Not everyone seeks fame and fortune; some people are at their happiest when they are surrounded by people that love them, they are in nature, and lead a simple life. A life based on working hard, having simple pleasures, doing their best, and helping others. That pretty much sums up Jack. He didn't want to travel the world, he didn't want fine cars, he wanted a loving partner that was completely committed to him and he got that in Helen. Jack was raised in a family of eight. His parents, Reg and Doll, taught their family to have a strong work ethic, a love of the land, a special fondness for animals, especially horses in my Dad's case, and the ability to create with their hands. Dad enlisted in the army and became an artillery instructor. He had always been an exceptional shot so it was a natural progression for him. 1946 was the year that Helen and Jack married and so became the beginning of a 69 year long marriage. Theirs was a marriage that still involved holding hands and always telling each other how much they loved one another. They raised

a family of four together, Bob, Dianne, Jacqueline, and Debbie. Jack worked in the bush and scaled logs for much of his life but also worked in a hardware store in later years. Log scaling was perfect for him because he was amazing with numbers and long calculations. Helen and Jack moved to Clearwater in 2001 from Quesnel and they loved it here. It was a fitting end to a really hard working life, being with family, and their dog Bree. They could just relax and enjoy it. Dad's last two years were spent in Forest View, where he was cared for by an amaz-

ing staff of people. Not only were his needs taken care of, he was treated like family. Six months ago Helen joined him at Forest View and their rooms were across the hall from one another. They were so happy to be close to one another again. Jack is survived by his wife Helen, daughters Dianne and Debbie; brother Bernie, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jack was predeceased by his parents Reg and Doll; sisters Gertrude, Gladys, Agnes, and Bea; brothers Joe and Harry; son Bob; daughter Jacqueline, and son-in-law Steve. A service for Jack will take place at the Upper Clearwater Hall in Clearwater, British Columbia on November 7, 2015 at 1 pm. Reception and opportunity to visit and share memories will take place at the same location following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Forest View Recreation Program, so the residents have more opportunities for joy. Services entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services in Clearwater, British Columbia. 250-674-3030

Vavenby youth go to Calgary Continued from page A13 Wayne Wilson, collection of white tea and English biscuits. The post office upgrade included new floors, post office boxes, counters, and tables. The walls have been painted and the post office looks brighter. Tobin had on display a school project, done by her daughter Jilene in Grade 5, that showed the history of the post office from 1909 – 2001. Youth go to Calgary conference Three Vavenby youth from the Clearwater Vavenby Y2C – Youth to Christ – went to the Prairie Young People Associate's (PYPA) Reboot Conference in Calgary, Oct. 1 – 18. Ten from Y2C rode the youth group's bus, which

was driven by Wayne Richardson, one of the leaders. The bus picked up 26 Lumby teenagers in Sicamous on its way. Shane Mattenley, once a Vavenby resident, is their leader. Approximately 150 – 200 youth attended the conference. They played large group games, inside and out, listened to speakers and to a lot of music, and ate lots of food. The special speaker was Storm Moore, a black Canadian, who spoke on the theme of the conference Through Christ We Are a New Creation. Isaac Moilliet, one of the Vavenby Y2C members that went, felt, "Moore is one of the funniest speakers I've heard. And yet he could have a person in stitches and then in tears. He really knew how to get a crowd going."

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Bazaar and the Christmas Pot Luck supper. The supper will be Dec. 5 and the bazaar will be Dec. 6.

Phillip MacDonald 1919 - 2015

Phillip MacDonald was born February 12, 1919 in Upper Leitches Creek, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, and passed away October 23, 2015 at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital in Clearwater, British Columbia. He is survived by daughters Shirley (Larry) McMillan, Donna Marie MacDonald and Leona (Bob) Hole; his sons Melvin (Rhonda) MacDonald, Colin (Dusty) MacDonald, Johnny MacDonald and Leon MacDonald; 17 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Phillip was predeceased by his wife Leona MacDonald (nee Wurm) who passed away on April 7, 1992 in Clearwater, British Columbia after 43 years of marriage. He is also predeceased by his sons Donald MacDonald of Clearwater, British Columbia and Darrel MacDonald of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Phillip was in the Royal Canadian Army Signal Corp. in WWII. He received many War Service Medals: the 45 Star in 1939, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp. Phillip also spent 40 plus years in the sawmill for Clearwater Timber Products and its successors.

Phillip’s wishes were to be cremated. There will be no service at this time. The family will be having a Celebration of Life for Phillip in the spring. The family would like to thank the staff at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital and Forest View Place for their care over the past five years. Donations in memory of Phillip may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, P.O. Box 2057, RR#1, Clearwater, British Columbia. Funeral arrangements entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services in Clearwater, BC, Phone 250- 674-3030.

Ask Drake Q. So we scattered his ashes in the river, even though that’s illegal isn’t it? I hear that question almost every day; people seem to think that scattering a loved one’s ashes (cremated remains) is illegal. So, if they do decide to scatter the ashes, they often sneak out to their loved one’s “favourite spot.” Once there,

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they anxiously – almost sheepishly -- pour the ashes out, fearing that they might “get caught!” That’s a shame. There is nothing in the British Columbia funeral and cremation law that prohibits a person from scattering a loved one’s ashes, even in a river or on top of a mountain. Of course, an environmental group or government department might have some concerns about that! I believe that when a loved one’s ashes are

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moment. After all it is, in effect, the final goodbye

And some people (including some government

concerning the loved one’s cremated body. So, if

officials) may say “No…you can’t do that there!”

Murray says “I want to be scattered by my favourite

One would have to respect that, wouldn’t one?

fishing hole!” why shouldn’t his wife Alice, the kids

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and the grandchildren, along with other family and

Request” because a lot of people are choosing

friends, feel comfortable heading out there on a

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Having said all that, there are laws against – pardon

cremations – many people have questions or are

the expression – “littering.” So, if you’re going to

curious about this topic but don’t know who to ask!

scatter ashes on someone else’s private property, or

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on government or crown land, you might be taken

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