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Setting up the shot Left: Clearwater Midget Ice Hawk #9 Patrick Walker forces the Merritt goalie to take a position – before passing to teammate #8 Emmet Collins, who scored a goal. Right: Walker gives Collins a hug after Collins scores on a shot set up by Walker. The Ice Hawks won against Merritt in a closely fought game on Saturday in the Sportsplex. The local squad’s first playoff game will be on Friday, Jan. 29. For more photos from Clearwater Hockey Days, see pages A11 and A12 inside. Photos by Keith McNeill

Upper Clearwater dispute likened to ‘Hatfields and McCoys’ Adam Williams – Kamloops This Week A two-hour discussion that included references to the Hatfields and McCoys, guns and knives, voter intimidation, a privacy breach and a deep rift in the community will have the Thompson-Nicola Regional District surveying landowners about their support for the Upper Clearwater Farmers Institute’s community hall. At issue is the fact a grant-inaid derived from property taxes is being used to prop up a hall owned by a private organization that some residents say is not publicly available. At the conclusion of discussion on Thursday, Jan. 21, the TNRD board decided to survey approximately 85 property own-

ers in the region to determine if it should conduct a public-assent process to eliminate the service. The survey was approved unanimously by the board and will be sent out in February, with the hope of bringing results to the TNRD’s board at the end of April. Its results will be non-binding, but are intended to give directors an idea of how to proceed. Thursday’s debate began with a recap of a public-assent process in 2004, which led to the creation of the grant-in-aid for the hall. The financial contribution from the TNRD is about $5,000 – about $40 per year for the average-assessed property in the area. An Freedom of Information request by residents of Upper Clearwater revealed flaws in the 2004 process, including multiple

extensions to the deadline when proponents of the tax had not yet received enough votes in favour. A major privacy breach also came to light as a list of voters who had not mailed in petitions – in essence, those who responded "no" to having property taxes fund the hall – was released to the proponents. “Those are things we would not do today. We haven’t done them in a long time,” said Carolyn Black, the TNRD’s director of legislative services, when questioned by directors about the process. Black said the privacy commissioner investigated the breach and that, noting while some of the issues were not good practice even in 2004, they were not unlawful.

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“It was carried out in accordance with the local government act,” she said. “Maybe not some good practices and certainly there was a privacy breach that would not happen today.” Carol Schaffer, who represents the region as director of Electoral Area A (Wells Gray Country), painted a picture of tenuous relationship between the Upper Clearwater Farmers Institute and the rest of the Upper Clearwater community, with incidents dating back to 2014. Schaffer said concerns from residents were numerous and included voter intimidation at institute meetings, fears for safety, vehicle windows being smashed while on the property and individuals spying on site users. Schaffer said she doesn’t want

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to see the hall shut down – it has already had $92,000 in gas-tax revenue invested in renovations – but said there is a feeling the hall is a private club supported by public money. Throughout Thursday's discussion, the board referred to the Upper Clearwater feud as similar to that of the Hatfields and McCoys. Shane McGrath, who spoke to the board on behalf of those residents of Upper Clearwater who are unhappy with how the hall is being run, came to the TNRD hoping it would begin a new assent process, saying the 2004 process created a “rift in our community” and has caused relationships to “become increasingly acrimonious.”

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Seeking applicants to share Million Dollar Bursary fund Submitted KELOWNA: – Interior Savings makes an urgent call to action for students to claim their share of the Million Dollar Bursary fund before Feb. 1. For the third year in a row, Interior Savings is proudly continuing its commitment to award up to $1 million in bursaries annually. That’s one thousand $1,000 bursaries in 2016! The goal of the Million Dollar Bursary program is to support young people in realizing their full potential. And with over $500,000 still available for students to access, Interior Savings wants to ensure this funding doesn’t go untapped. The program is a benefit offered to Interior Savings’ members.

According to Kathy Conway, Interior Savings’ CEO, “There’s still time for students to become an Interior Savings member to qualify for a $1,000 bursary and for all the benefits membership offers, including our top-rated service and easy to use mobile app.” To be eligible for a bursary this year, students have until Feb. 1 to become an Interior Savings member. With that deadline just under a week away, Interior Savings is making one final push to get the word out to local students who may need a little help with their tuition. The bursary program is intended for students between the ages of 17 and 24, who are entering or returning to full-time study towards a degree, diploma or trade certification program at a designated post-

In the past two years, all those who applied and met eligibility criteria received a $1,000 bursary. That’s great news for students, and very bankable odds! Visit milliondollarbursary.com for more information or to submit your bursary application.

secondary institution, with classes starting between September 2016 and August 2017. The deadline for members to submit a bursary application is May 1.

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At the TNRD, a new approach to weed control As a result, the regional district is looking for someone new to kill the unwanted creepers and vines and flowers that plague the landscape.

Adam Williams – Kamloops This Week The ThompsonNicola Regional District didn’t want to end up in the weeds.

The TNRD will issue a request for proposals (RFP) for a new contractor to deliver bio-control and education programs this spring following a decision

to part ways with the Southern Interior Weed Management Committee (SIWMC). “I think it’s fair enough to say that we weren’t sure whether they were going to

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be functioning,” said Peter Hughes, the TNRD’s director of environmental services. “Under the Weed Management Act, we are responsible for our own properties, so we need to go out to get a contractor to treat our landfills and our transfer stations and that kind of thing. On the education side, I don’t think they were prepared and we’ve actually been thinking about changing it up anyway. We don’t have to go with them, right? So, we just wanted to go out to RFP for that as well.” According to a report Hughes will deliver to the TNRD on Thursday, the regional district had previously renewed its partnership with SIWMC for a oneyear period, rather than the standard direct award threeyear term, following “concerns about the performance of the SIWMC in carrying out the TNRD program, as well as how they were representing other public agencies they partnered with.” The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) and the

Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNRO) will also manage their own weed control efforts for 2016. SIWMC had previously acted as a single-service delivery agent for those agencies, coordinating weed-control efforts. According to a report submitted to the TNRD’s invasive plant committee on Dec. 9, the SIWMC, with the assistance of six contractors, treated 1,127 sites in 2015 at a price tag of about $230,000. “It’s certainly not something I was satisfied with,” said Ken Gillis, TNRD director for Area L (the area south and southeast of Kamloops) and chairman of the invasive plant committee. “I understand that if you’re treating small areas, the cost per hectare will certainly increase dramatically, I suppose exponentially. “But, the fact remains, they spent $230,000 treating 36 hectares of land and I think — small areas or not — that, in my opinion, is not getting the job done.” Gillis said concerns have been raised, particularly in the last

two to three years, about SIWMC’s abilities and the service it was providing to the regional district. He added there was a lack of accountability — agencies including the TNRD, MOTI and FLNRO would provide the SIWMC with funding, but there were no controls in place to ensure its proper use. Hughes doesn’t expect costs to decrease now that the TNRD is in charge of weed control. “You have to understand how it’s done, if I recall,” he said. “That’s treatment along the sides of roadways and you can’t go out there blanket and spray. It’s spot spraying. You walk along the side of the road or in a gravel pit — there’s a plant, there’s a plant, there’s a plant. And there are certain areas you’re not allowed to spray — in close proximity to water and that sort of thing. “In the end, its labour-intensive and you’re paying for peoples’ time and, in the end, that’s how much you end up treating.” The SIWMC did not respond to a request for comment.

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District gives out long-service awards

Distict of Clearwater chief administrative officer Leslie Groulx smiles as she receives a 10-year long service award from acting-mayor Barry Banford during a town council meeting on Jan. 19. Groulx started as the Wells Gray Country (Area A) service coordinator with Thompson-Nicola Regional District before the municipality was formed.

Bryan Lipp, District of Clearwater maintenance worker, proudly holds the 10-year long service award he received from acting-mayor Barry Banford. He started working for Clearwater Improvement District. Not pictured is Theresa Affleck, who received her 13-year long service award.

Tammy Rutsatz receives her 10-year service award from acting-mayor Barry Banford. Now a receivables/payroll clerk, Rutsatz began work with the Clearwater Improvement District. All Photos by Keith McNeill

FireSmart program to target private landowners Times Staff District of Clearwater is getting a $10,000 grant from Union of BC Municipalities to educate and work with private landowners to become a FireSmart community, according to a recent media release. In 2009-2011 the District worked with local contractors to complete 327 ha of fuel management on Crown lands within the community, other public lands (Interior Health, School District 73, Wells Gray Community Forest and woodlots) and Thompson Nicola Regional District Area A (Wells Gray Country). Further to that the District engaged a specialist to author a Community Wildfire Protection Plan. This plan has identified high-risk areas within our community noting that private landowners are the key to preventing wildfires within our community. For the first time, Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) and the province are providing funding to specifically address wildfire

interface issues on private property. “The groundwork has been laid for this to be successful,” notes CAO Groulx. “It is our plan to engage local point persons in specific neighborhood.” “It is our intention to work with the local land owners to provide education on easy ways to complete fire mitigation on their property. We want to work with the youth through the schools - they will take the message home, and local stakeholder like the Clearwater Fire Centre and local neighborhood point people that can assist in educating and engaging the community to FireSmart their properties,” said Fire Chief Mike Smith. District of Clearwater and its fire department are looking for local neighborhood point persons to come forward from the Dutch Lake, Weyerhaeuser and Wyndhaven Subdivisions, Lake Summit area, Greer Subdivision, Raft River area, and Sunshine Valley area. Public engagement sessions are planned for May and October 2016.

TNRD approves funding for Blue River water upgrades

Times Staff During a meeting held Thursday, Jan. 21 in Kamloops, Thompson-Nicola Regional District board of directors approved an additional $40,000 in Federal Gas Tax - Community Works Funds to be allocated to Electoral Area “B” (Thompson Headwaters). The money will be used to fund additional project costs for the Blue River Community Water System upgrade project. According to a staff report to the board, the Blue River water

system upgrade was constructed in 2013 and 2014. The estimated $1.2 million cost was funded by a Building Canada Fund grant of $777,000, with the balance to be funded from a combination of capital reserves, surplus and $50,000 of Federal Gas Tax from Area B (Thompson Headwaters). However, the initial design for the project was rejected by Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure on the basis that the ministry would not allow the water main to be constructed within the road prism.

The project had to be redesigned at an additional cost. This in turn resulted in other delays and more costs. An additional $70,000 was provided from Federal Gas Tax funds from Area L (Grasslands). However, a shortfall still remained. The $40,000 approved by the board from Area B Federal Gas Tax funds for Area B is expected to reduce the amount that those connected to the Blue River water system will have to make up directly through future user fees.

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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

Are you in FireSmart forto: your Neighbourhood? The interested open fire prohibition applies  Burning any yard waste, slash or(private other materials largerand thanthe one-half meters FireSmart is aboutofindividual homeowners land owners) wider community taking simple steps  Burning of stubble or grass to reduce theuse impact of wildfires their The District is looking for neigh The of fireworks, skywithin lanterns or neighbourhood burning barrels ofand anycommunity. size or description The [prohibition doestoNOT ban campfires bourhood point persons participate in a Steering Committee of volunteer representatives to be responsible Unless otherwise posted this prohibition remains in effect until October 1, 2015. for driving FireSmart initiatives in Clearwater throughout 2016. We are looking for private land owners from the Notice of 2015 Waterneighbourhoods: Regulations following high priority Watering regulations will be in effect from May 15th to September 30th, 2015. • Dutch Lake Subdivision Watering Hours – Between 6:00am to 10:00am and from 6:00pm to 10:00pm (Properties with even • Weyerhaeuser Subdivision numbered houses may water on even numbered days; and properties with odd numbered houses may water on odd• numbered days). Wyndhaven Subdivision • Fawn Road/Lake Watering is not allowed between Summit 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 • Greer Subdivision (annually) at the District office. Residents with new lawns must register with the District Office for permission to• water Raft daily Riveruntil Areathe new lawn grows long enough to be cut. After the first cut the resident must revert to regular sprinkling regulations. • Sunshine Valley Other Water Uses – All hoses used outdoors should be equipped with a working spring-loaded shut-off device. Hand watering of plants and hand washing of vehicles used with a spring loaded shut off nozzle or

Letters of Interest will be accepted untilat4:00 on February 1st, 2016 to participate in the FireSmart Steering a hand held container is permitted any pm time. Committee by submitting your letter to FireSmart Steering Committee, Attention: Leslie Groulx, Chief Events Calendar Administrative Offi cer via email: lgroulx@docbc.ca mail 209website Dutchwww.districtofclearwater.com Lake Road, PO Box 157, Clearwater, The District of Clearwater advertises local events or both onto: their and in BC our bi-monthly newsletter. If you would likeany to include your event,contact please Mike emailSmith, detailsFire to admin@docbc.ca. V0E 1N0 or via fax: 250-674-2173. If you have questions, please Chief for the District ofCommunity Clearwater atEvents 250-674-1278 or email: msmith@docbc.ca. June 12th, 2015

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The District of Clearwater will be hosting a Budget Presentation and Open House at the Dutch Lake Community Upcoming Meetings of Council: Public Welcome. Centre on Thursday, 11, 2016Committee at the following times: Meeting – 1:00pm June 16th, 2015February Infrastructure of the Whole th June 16 , 2015 Regular Council Meeting – 2:00pm Afternoon Session: 2:00 pm 4:00 pm (BudgetinPresentation to our commence at 2:30 pm) Keep updated withtowhat’s happening the District on website www.districtofclearwater.com and “Like” us on Facebook. Evening Session: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Budget Presentation to commence at 6:30 pm) Please Note: Both Sessions will be covering the same topics.

Community Events: 2016 Winter Festival: Novice Hockey Tournament – January 30 and 31 at Sportsplex; “Ice Man” Fishing Derby, Dutch Lake – January 31st; Figure Skating Demonstration – February 5th at Sportsplex, 6:15-7:30pm; “The Birch Leg” Cross Country Ski – February 6th; Ski for a Toonie (depending on conditions Feb. 7th) and FREE Family Skate – February 7th; “Family Fun Day” – February 8th – Games and Contests at CSS. Upcoming Meetings of Council: Public Welcome February 2nd, 2016 Parks & Recreation Committee of the Whole meeting – 1:00 pm February 2nd, 2016 Regular Council meeting – 2:00 pm

Keep updated with what’s happening in the District on our website www.districtofclearwater.com and “Like” us on Facebook. Dutch Lake Community Ctr, 209 Dutch Lake Rd • Box 157, Clearwater,B.C. V0E 1N0 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30 District Office Ph: 250-674-2257 • Fax: 250-674-2173 email address: admin@districtofclearwater.com

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With unlicensed marijuana dispensaries popping up in urban areas and thousands of unregulated medical licences for home growing still in legal limbo, the Trudeau government is starting work on its promise to legalize recreational use. Marijuana was a media darling in the recent election, but meeting in Vancouver with provincial ministers last week, federal Health Minister Jane Philpott found herself preoccupied with issues deemed more urgent. These include shifting our post-war acute hospital model to community primary care, tackling aboriginal health care needs, pooling pharmaceutical purchases to slow rising costs, and meeting an urgent Supreme Court of Canada directive to legalize assisted dying. At the closing news conference in Vancouver, Philpott was asked how recreational marijuana should be sold. Licensed medical growers want exclusive rights to do it by mail as permitted by the Harper government, another measure forced by our high court. That would shut out the rash of supposedly medical storefronts, which city halls in Vancouver and elsewhere imagine they can regulate. Philpott said the question is “premature” and federal-provincial justice ministers were dealing with it at their meeting. Ottawa will have a “task force” too. Vancouver descended into a pot store free-for-all due to benign neglect from council and police, and Victoria isn’t far behind. Vancouver Coun. Kerry Jang, a rare voice of reason in the Big Smoke, has protested dispensaries using street hawkers to attract young buyers, and pot stores setting up near schools. Other communities, more aware of their limitations, have resisted issuing business licences. One recent proposal in the Victoria suburb of View Royal came from a fellow who insisted marijuana extract had cured his cancer. This is typical of claims that proliferate on the Internet, and is one of many warning signs about dispensaries that put up red cross signs to sell pot products with exotic names.

B.C. Health Minister Terry Lake was more forthcoming a few days earlier, responding to a Vancouver reporter who judged marijuana more interesting than his just-announced plan to hire 1,600 more nurses by the end of March. Lake noted that Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne is keen to sell marijuana through the province’s monopoly liquor stores. B.C.’s government liquor store union has also endorsed this idea, forming an unlikely alliance with non-union private stores to get in on the action. “There are public health officials that I’ve talked to who say that the co-location of marijuana and liquor sales is not advisable from a public health perspective,” Lake said. “I think whatever we do it has to be highly regulated, quality control has to be excellent and above all we must protect young people.” Yes, liquor stores check ID. But the notion that marijuana might be sold next to beer and vodka in government stores deserves sober second thought, and serious scientific work of the kind that has shown damage to developing brains from teenage marijuana use. Of course all of this urban hand-wringing over pot stores ignores the de facto legalization that has existed across B.C. for decades. The Nelson Star had a funny story last week about a local woman’s discovery on Google Earth. Zooming in on area mountains, one finds not only the Purcell landmark Loki Peak, but also Weed Peak, Grow Op Peak, Cannabis Peak and Hydroponic Peak. Whatever the source of this cyber-prank, it could also be applied to other regions of B.C. For the record, I’ll restate my long-standing position that legalization is the only logical answer. I’ll say the same about other drugs that drive most B.C. crime, but that’s a subject for another day. – Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress. ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

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Former Upper Clearwater resident calls for end to feuding about the hall Editor, The Times:

were not talking to the other half! As I was a youngster I can’t recall what the ‘feuds’ were about but I do remember various community members not talking to each other! It caused my mother to coin the phrase, “Narrow valleys breed narrow minds.” If memory serves me right the original name on the hall was CCF (Co-operative Commonwealth Federation that eventually became the NDP) and it was built mostly by members of that party. It eventually came under the auspices of the Upper Clearwater Farmers Institute (UCFI). However, under whatever name, the people who constructed the hall built it for the good of the community, to hold the above mentioned activities. The women provided the food for the dinners and dances, the men supplied the wood

It saddens me to read of the Upper Clearwater Community Hall and the “Hatfield and McCoys” battle going on. Just a few years ago these same people worked together to restore this old building to the beauty it is today. If only this building could speak … what wonderful stories it would tell! As a youngster growing up in the valley I can recall community dinners, box lunches, Christmas concerts, weddings, anniversaries, family gatherings, dances that lasted until daylight! I can still remember the teams of horses that had hauled the wagons or sleighs (our mode of transportation when roads were bad) tied up around the building! However, with these happy memories there was also acrimony, even away back then! Often half of the neighbours

for the old barrel heater. Local musicians played for the dances – my mother, Cecile, on the piano, and the Ludtke brothers and Henry Hogue on the fiddles, sometimes there was an accordion. It was all very lively! Often the dances were spontaneous – this was before we had phones and electricity, so, to notify the neighbours about a dance that evening someone would drive, or go on horseback, to each of the rural mailboxes and leave a notice! In the summer the attendance at these functions grew with the addition of road construction crews and forestry/parks personnel! The old hall was the centre and heart of the community. I’ve not talked to anyone in the upper valley about the conflict over the present management of the hall, nor attended any meetings regarding its upkeep. All I know is what I’ve

read in the paper. Obviously, money and taxes are at the root of the conflict. My one question is how much is each landowner paying? Are we talking thousands or a few hundred dollars per year? We all pay taxes for things we’re not using (in my case, schools!) but, it’s part of the price for supporting the community and our lifestyle. I wonder, is some of this conflict caused by “old-timers” versus “newcomers?” Are ‘they’ presenting ‘new’ ideas that neighbours who have lived there longer don’t want to accept? Or ‘old’ ideas that are outdated and rejected? Surely, as adults, and with the good of the valley uppermost in their thinking, these people can sit at a table and give and take until this is worked out! Think of the beautiful old hall as “your child” - do you really want to rip it apart?

I remember going into the hall just after the major renovations – I was shown, with much pride and joy, each of the changes – the lovely kitchen, washrooms, lights, doors. I was told the names of who had been responsible for this or that. I was in awe! Obviously, most everyone had been on board at that time and had worked as a team to get this building restored and equipped. Please, for the sake of neighbourliness, for history, for the future – work out your differences. You’re all good people. You surely are not happy with all this discord. This is 2016. Please try to restore your community’s health! Will you really be ‘proud’ of your actions if the hall is closed?

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He did not ask for the tax to be repealed, only for a fair process to take place to determine if the community was, in fact, in favour of continuing to support the hall. “It took four months to achieve a majority and then only armed with voting lists, duplicate votes.... " he said. “I’m not interested in changing history, but I would

like to fix what has happened," McGrath said. Meanwhile, Nick Frost, secretary of the Upper Clearwater Farmers Institute, said the hall may cease to operate without the yearly infusion of tax money. “Yes, there are tensions and I can’t just sidestep those tensions,” he said, adding the hall "fits right into the definition of a community hall.”

Upper Clearwater Hall has been the source of controversy for several years. Times file photo

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DISTRICT OF CLEARWATER ARE YOU INTERESTED in FIRESMART for Your Neighbourhood? What is FireSmart you ask? FireSmart is about Individual homeowners (private land owners) and the wider community taking simple steps to reduce the impact of wildfires within their neighbourhood and community. The District of Clearwater has recently been successful in obtaining a grant to work towards becoming a FireSmart Community – this can be achieved by educating our community on FireSmart practices. The District is looking for neighbourhood point persons to participate in a steering committee of volunteer representatives to be responsible for driving FireSmart initiatives in Clearwater throughout 2016. If you are interested in being a neighbourhood representative from one of the following neighbourhoods which were identified in the District’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan please submit an Letter of Interest. We are looking for point persons from the following high priority neighbourhoods: • Dutch Lake Subdivision • Weyerhaeuser Subdivision • Wyndhaven Subdivision • Fawn Road/Lake Summit • Greer Subdivision • Raft River Area • Sunshine Valley The District will be accepting Letter of Interest by 4:00 p.m. February 1st, 2016 from volunteers who are interested in putting their name forth to serve on the FireSmart Steering Committee. You may apply by submitting your letter of interest to participate in the FireSmart Steering Committee, Attention: Leslie Groulx, Chief Administrative Officer, by email lgroulx@docbc.ca or letter at 209 Dutch Lake Road, postal mail to Box 157, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0, or fax to 250-674-2173. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Mike Smith, Fire Chief for District of Clearwater at 250-674-1278 or by emailing: msmith@docbc.ca.

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B.C. Tel crews were about to begin placing cable along the highway between Clearwater and Birch Island, and then through the Birch Island area itself. Placing of cable from Wells Gray junction south via Sunshine Valley to Upper Blackpool was to start in early summer.

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TNRD directors elected John Harwood, representative for Area

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Thompson Sportsplex. Susak hoped to organize indoor tennis and volleyball during the summer.

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M.P. Nelson Riis wrote that the western separatist movement was "... a new phenomenon that I think has very serious and dangerous overtones."

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Clearwater Chamber of Commerce members discussed three projects seeking their endorsement for Expo Legacy Funds. The projects were a swimming pool complex, extension of Dutch Lake Park by the purchase of adjoining land, and an extended health care facility. The Ladies Auxiliary to Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital financed the purchase of a geriatric chair and a mobile light to honor the memory of charter member Buddy Johnston. Judy Nelson presented the cheque to hospital administrator Lorraine Ritchie.

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Petitions from Sunshine Valley, Miller

Subdivision, Raft River and Candle Creek Road areas asked to be excluded from any proposed municipality for Clearwater. The incorporation investigation committee received an updated assistance offer from the Ministry of Transportation and Highways. Clearwater's first baby of the year arrived on Jan. 19. Jamie Simpson was the son of Carla and Barry Simpson. Two days later Melissa Lynn Wichmann, daughter of Joyce Dampier and Ralph Wichmann, was the first girl born during the year. Clearwater's newest tourist accommodation, Western 66 Motel, opened Jan. 10 next to the Old Caboose Restaurant. Owner was Barry Taylor.

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Eleven railway cars loaded with coal left the CN tracks south of Blue River. Traffic was detoured over CP lines until the track was cleared and repaired. Heavy equipment was working on a new forest road/ Highway 5 intersection on the north side of the Clearwater River Bridge.

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Last minute budget problems meant construction of Clearwater's long-awaited multi-level healthcare center was on hold once again. A report indicated the project could not be built with the money allocated. School District 73 trustees elected the chairs of the school board's five standing committees for the first time ever. Previously the school board chair had appointed the chairs. The motion to make the change in procedure was made by North Thompson trustee Bert Walker.

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Interior Health issued a warning concerning increased cases of pneumonia (averaging up to three to four per week), cautioning people to use extra care with personal hygiene. An open house was held for long-time resident Bill Mattenley to help him celebrate his 85th birthday. Having lived in the valley since he was a teen, Mattenley had dedicated a large portion of his life to the betterment of the valley. "There's not much Clearwater has to offer, he hasn't had a hand in," said one person in attendance.

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Clearwater council agreed with a

recommendation from the Evergreen Acres board that a new housing complex being built for seniors and others next to Park Drive be named for local pioneer Ed Buck. The former Evergreen Acres board chair had passed away recently. A total of 179 tickets were sold on the first day as Clearwater Ski Hill opened for the season. Clearwater councillor Bert Walker questioned plans to move the municipal offices to Dutch Lake School, considering the economic climate. "I don't think we should go out and build a new Taj Mahal," he said.

YEAR AGO: The first baby from our area for 2015 was Emma Marie Olson, born Jan. 2 in Kamloops. Proud parents were Dakota Olson and Patty Merriman. Having a Global Geopark nearby has noticeably helped the tourism industry of Saint John, New Brunswick and could do the same for Clearwater, according to Tom Dickinson. The dean of science at TRU had recently returned from a conference in Saint John that centred around the Stonehammer Geopark.

B.C. leads by example in carbon neutral government report Ministry of Environment VICTORIA - A new report showcasing the Province's first five years of carbon neutral government leadership is now available online. "Leading by Example - The First Five Years of Carbon Neutral Government in British Columbia" report promotes the first five years of B.C.'s carbon neutral government program, demonstrates how the province's public sector has built capacity, supported new projects, and encouraged the development and adoption of clean technology. "B.C.'s achievement of carbon neutral government five years in a row is an unprecedented accomplishment,” said Mary Polak, Minister of Environment. “The province's public sector has made great achievements. Big and small organizations are piloting new technologies, developing innovative approaches and assembling an invaluable data collection system. I applaud businesses for taking actions needed to achieve carbon neutrality, keeping B.C. a climate action leader." Since the carbon neutral government program began in 2008, the Province has invested $53.4 million to purchase 4.5 million tonnes of offsets.

Also, capital expenditures made by offset projects contributed a total of $248.2 million to the B.C. gross domestic product and created 2,903 jobs measured in person-years. In 2015, British Columbia's 131 provincial public sector organizations generated 46,000 tonnes fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to the baseline year of 2010; a reduction equivalent to the emissions produced by 9,800 cars in one year. Also available online is the "Economic Impacts Analysis of British Columbia's Carbon Offset Projects" report, which outlines the balance between the province's environmental protection and economic benefits resulting from investments in offset projects. Clean energy is the basis of a green economy and supports the Provinces' new #BCTECH Strategy to spur adoption of clean technologies. View Leading by Example - The First Five Years of Carbon Neutral Government in British Columbia report and Economic Impacts Analysis of British Columbia's Carbon Offset Projects report here: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/reports-data/carbon-neutralaction-reports

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B.C. economy to grow in face of global turmoil Jeff Nagel – Black Press B.C.'s economy is forecast to grow at a healthy clip of three per cent this year despite growing global financial uncertainty that has seen stock markets plunge and the Canadian dollar swoon in tandem with the dive in oil prices. That prediction comes from Central 1 Credit Union senior economist Bryan Yu, who says the province will lead Canada in growth and should weather the global economic turmoil well, thanks to improved exports and tourism due to the weak loonie. "B.C. will continue to benefit from low interest rates and a lower currency, despite challenges presented by a weak commodity sector," Yu said. "Lifted by household demand and housing investment, economic growth will ease slightly from 2015 but remain moderate." Yu also expects economic growth to average three per cent from 2017 on, with steady consumer activity and higher busi-

ness investment tied to major project construction. His forecast assumes one large liquefied natural gas terminal will be built in B.C. and Yu cautioned growth would be slower at about 2.5 per cent and unemployment higher by 0.5 per cent if a new LNG plant fails to materialize. He predicts unemployment will edge up slightly in 2016 to 6.3 per cent before declining in subsequent years. The forecast is in contrast to a new Insights West poll that shows B.C. residents have become considerably more pessimistic about the economy and many are adopting a frugal mindset as they hunker down for financial trouble. Two-in-five of those surveyed expect B.C.'s economy to decline and at least 40 per cent said they plan to slash spending Graph shows the growth in B.C.'s economy is predicted to continue. on entertainment, new clothes or dining out to prepare for tougher times. The poll found 93 per cent expect to estate prices. worried frequently or occasionally about pay more for groceries over the next six Nearly half of respondents said they've the value of their investments. months and 71 per cent expect higher real

CRA scammers using caller-ID to fool victims Keith McNeill The Canadian Revenue Agency scam has evolved and the scammers are getting better. Not only are the fraudsters claiming to be from Canadian Revenue Agency or the police, but now they use technology that allows them to put a CRA, police detachment or even local hospital phone number on the victim's call display. As far as is known, this hasn't happened in Clearwater. However, another RCMP

detachment recently had a person report that he had been a victim of fraud. The victim had received a phone call from a person claiming to represent Canada Revenue Agency, saying that he owed a certain amount of money. He then received second phone call from someone claiming to be a constable from the local RCMP detachment who said he had an outstanding warrant for the victim. The alleged constable told the victim he needed to pay the money owed

to CRA to make the warrant go away. The number that appeared on the victim's caller ID was the local RCMP detachment's phone number. If the victim had checked he would have found that there was no constable with that name working in the local detachment. Instead, because the call display showed the call as coming from the RCMP, he e-transferred the money as directed. Only later did he go to the

police and discover that he had been defrauded. The scammers also appear to be getting bolder. According to news reports, in at least one instance, when a person receiving one of the scam calls said he did not believe what he was being told and would go to the police, the scammer told he him he couldn't do that because the scammers knew where he lived and would blow up his house. In another instance, when the person receiving the call said he

TNRD board votes to expand dangerous dog bylaw Submitted

owned or occupied by the person responsible for the dog, or (c) an Animal Control Officer has reasonable grounds to believe is likely to kill or seriously injure a person. The Animal Control Service has been contracted out to K-9 Services, which

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The ThompsonNicola Regional District board of directors has approved expansion of the Dangerous Dog Control Bylaw to include Electoral Areas “J” (Copper Desert Country) and “O” (Lower North Thompson). The Dangerous Dog Control Bylaw is not breed-specific and does not discriminate against certain breeds. The bylaw does not apply to unlicensed dogs, dogs at large, or aggressive dogs. It is currently enforced in Electoral Areas “I” (Blue Sky Country), “M” (Beautiful Nicola Valley – North), “N” (Beautiful Nicola Valley – South), and “P” (Rivers and the Peaks).

According to the bylaw, a Dangerous Dog means any dog that: (a) has killed or seriously injured a person, (b) has killed or seriously injured a domestic animal in a public place or while on private property, other than property

would go to the police, the scammer told him they would kidnap his daughter. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received 1,251 complaints about fake CRA calls in 2014, with reported losses of about $250,000 During the first 10 months of 2015 it received 5,899 complaints and total reported losses were put at $800,000. The actual number of Canadians contacted by the fraudsters and the amount stolen is suspected to be several times larger than reported.

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Educators tour wastewater facility in Barriere ibility and real world project based study, this facility will provide educational experiences for students of all ages unavailable anywhere else in the province, and in fact in most of the world,” said Kershaw. She also commented that next steps on the educational side

Barriere Star/ Journal Representatives from School District 73 and Thompson Rivers University toured Barriere’s new sustainable waste management plant on Wednesday, Jan. 13, accompanied by Mayor Virginia Smith, councillor Al Fortin and District of Barriere chief administrative officer Colleen Hannigan. Lower North Thompson school trustee Rhonda Kershaw said, “The group toured the facility to become familiar with the innovative practices and design being developed here in Barriere. The tour was incredibly successful and the educational opportunities that the project represents are numerous.” She noted a goal

will be discussed over the next few weeks, but in the short term will include brief lectures in high school science classes discussing what is happening and some of the more innovative practices. “Our team is excited about the possibilities for learning

at both the elementary and secondary levels. It is heartening to see how Barriere is leading the way in sustainable waste management,” commented Alison Sidow, assistant superintendent SD73, “I look forward to talking further about next steps.”

Representatives from School District 73 and Thompson Rivers University tour Barriere's new wastewater plant on Jan. 13. Pictured (l-r) are Ron Collins SD73, Shelley Sims trustee SD73, Kim Rink Ecotek rep, Alison Sidow SD73, Sheryl Lindquist SD73, Ken Rife SD73, Rhonda Kershaw trustee SD73, Dennis Acreman Thompson Rivers University, Bill Kershaw Thompson-Nicola Regional District Area ‘O’ director, and District of Barriere Mayor Virginia Smith. Also attending but not pictured were District of Barriere councillor Al Fortin and CAO Colleen Hannigan.

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intendent with School District 73 said rates overall are good and show the district is moving in the right direction. Highlights of the report include rates for male students. From 2010 to the 2014-2015 school year, completion rates increased to 82.3 per cent from 71 per cent. The growth has also seen the district improve beyond the provincial rate, which in 2010 was 78.7 per cent and which last year was 81.9 per cent. The graduation rate for boys also improved in the past four school years, from 93 per cent to 95 per cent, marginally better than the provincial rates. The district’s firsttime graduation rate for boys grew to 87 per cent from 80 per cent in that time frame. Provincially, it went from 78 per cent up to a high of 81 per cent in 2012. At the end of the last school year, it was 79 per cent. First-time graduation is a measurement of students being in Grade 12 for the first

time and graduating the same year. Sidow said one reasons boys are doing better in high school is the education system has become more aware of what they need to learn, offering more hands-on and projectbased lessons. Expanding trades education with the new centre at NorKam senior secondary has also had a ‘huge impact,” Sidow said. Completion and graduation rates for girls has remained fairly consistent at 81 per cent. In 2012, it was 81.1 per cent, compared to a provincial rate of 83.4 per cent. In the last school year, it was 81.8 per cent compared to 86 per cent provincially. Graduation rates are higher at 95 per cent (94 per cent provincially) and 87 per cent (79 per cent) for first-time graduations. Sidow said another highlight can be found in the rates for aboriginal students, which show completion going to 73 per cent last year from 64.4 per cent in 2010, well above the

provincial rates of 63 per cent, up from 53.7 per cent in 2010. Ninety per cent eligible to graduate did so, slightly below the provincial average of 91 per cent, but an improvement from the 2010 rate of 89 per cent and 2011 rate of 81 per cent. First-time graduation rates for aboriginal students was 77 per cent, the same as the 2013-2014 school year, but up from the 2010 rate of 68 per cent. Provincially, the rate was 63 per cent, up from 60 per cent. Sidow said the improvement is again likely a result of changing teaching styles, with more awareness of how aboriginal children learn and the role culture plays in their learning. She said boys’ and girls’ groups created for the students specifically have also helped, providing them with safe spaces to talk about school, family and any issues they might be facing. While noting the district still wants to improve, the rates for special-needs students

also stand out for Sidow. In 2010, the completion rate was 46.6 per cent (52.7 per cent provincially). Last year, it had risen to 71.7 per cent (65.9 per cent provincially). Grade 12 rates were 93 per cent for graduation (91 per cent provincially) and 77 per cent first-time graduation (68 per cent provincially). Sidow said the education system has a better understanding of how special-needs students learn, adding the district has worked hard in that area. “We’re seeing students in a way we didn’t see them 20 years ago,” Sidow said. “We embrace diversity, but we still have a way to go.” Overall percentage rates for the district, with 2010 rates in brackets, are: • Completion: 82, up from 75.9 (83.9, up from 81); • Graduation: 95, up from 93 (95, up from 94); • First-time graduation: 87, up from 81 (81, up from 78).

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On Saturday, Jan. 16, Clearwater RCMP received information of a domestic disturbance between two individuals. Police spoke with the female victim, who disclosed that she had an argument with her boyfriend during which she was assaulted. The male was held in police custody and transported to Kamloops to appear in court.

Series of break and enters as well as thefts

On Jan. 17, Clearwater RCMP received information of a break and enter with theft from the Clusko Logging Ltd. yard on Camp 2 Road in Clearwater. The gate lock was broken open, C-Can locks were cut, two trucks had broken windows, 11 or more logging trucks were looked through by the suspect(s), and keys/fuel cards were stolen. On Jan. 17 at approximately 11:30 p.m., Clearwater RCMP received information that the Avola Service Station had been broken into. Two suspect vehicles (a car and truck)

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tools and three firearms. On Jan. 21 between 1 a.m. and 7 a.m., two snowmobile trailers that were parked at the Glacier Mountain Lodge in Blue River were broken into. A 2014 Husaberg snow bike (value $11,900) with timber sled mountain horse tracks kit (value $6,500) were stolen along with some other riding gear (boots, gloves, goggles, snow pants, and many other accessories), back packs, beacons, shovels, probes, GPS’s, other safety equipment and a trailer hitch. Also, within a couple of blocks of the Glacier Mountain Lodge, the same suspect(s) stole 500 liters of fuel and an assortment of tools from a nearby property.

Vehicles impounded for excessive speeding

Both vehicles were towed and then impounded for seven days. The drivers were each issued violation tickets for $468. The expense of the tow truck and storage fees will be at the cost of the driver or the registered owner of the vehicle.

Beware of phone scams

The Clearwater RCMP want to make the general public aware that they should not divulge any personal or give credit card information over the phone in the event someone calls stating they are an organization that you owe money to. If you have any concerns with this, hang up the phone and call your local RCMP.

Police seek information

Over the past couple of weeks, Clearwater RCMP Traffic Services has pulled over two vehicles for excessive speeding. One vehicle that was travelling at 176 km/hr was pulled over near Avola. A second vehicle that was speeding at 170 km/hr was pulled over just south of Clearwater.

Clearwater RCMP are seeking the general public’s help pertaining to the break and enter/theft investigations reported above. Anyone with information is asked to call Clearwater RCMP at 250-6742237 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477 (if you wish to remain anonymous).

Cando eyes summer start to rail-terminal business Andrea Klassen – Kamloops This Week A new rail terminal located at the former Weyerhaeuser Co. sawmill site should be up and running this summer, according to the CEO of Cando Rail Services. The Manitoba-based company purchased the site for slightly less than $5.1 million last month and will spend between $7 and $10 million on development, according to CEO Brian Cornick. Work on the 36-acre property on Mission Flats will begin in February, with start-up likely between June and August. Cornick said the site will be used for rail-car storage, transferring shipments from truck to railcar and maintenance services, as well as administrative operations. The company works with both major rail lines, but Cornick said the company’s main focus is helping clients, including various mines, get their product on rails. “When they want to put ore into a railcar, we would do that,” he said. “We would move the rail cars around in their yard. We would block and marshal them so, if they had 100 ore cars, we would put those together and put them in a system so CN or CP could just come in and haul them away.” In B.C., Cornick said Cando will target both mines and interior pulp and paper mills. No client agreements have yet been finalized. Cornick said the company does not plan to have dangerous goods on the site, though it might store empty oil cars from time to time.

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Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 Sierra or 2016 model year GMC SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between January 5 and February 1, 2016. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on eligible GMC vehicles (except Canyon 2SA, Sierra 1500 and HD); $1,000 credit available on all 2015 and 2016 GMC Sierra models. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Company to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GM Canada dealer for details. 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Guides hold Snow Ball Left: Cadence Cisna (r) twirls her partner Sandra Tilley during Clearwater Guiding’s first ever Snow Ball dance and sleepover at Upper Clearwater Hall on Friday evening, Jan. 22. The girls dressed in their finest outfits and danced to a variety of songs. Below: Jill McMillan (r) shows the Snow Ball participants how to do the chicken dance. She also taught the girls how to jive and brought ribbons for a ribbon dance. Organizers report that the Upper Clearwater Hall was a wonderful venue. Photos submitted

Family members form hockey line Five members of the Wadlegger family make up one line during the Clearwater and District Minor Hockey Alumni game on Friday evening, Jan. 22. Pictured are (l-r) Hanna, Mason, Hans, Sep and Nate Wadlegger. The game, formerly called the Jack Patterson Memorial, is now part of Clearwater Hockey Days and is a fun event involving former and present CDMHA players. Photo submitted

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Sports Peewees take on Lillooet four times Right: Clearwater Peewee Rebel Cassidy Tucker takes the puck up the ice with a posse of Lillooet girls chasing her. Below: Clearwater Peewee Rebel Devin Green battles on the boards for the puck with a Lillooet opponent. These were the last games of the regular season. The team finished first in its league with 18 wins and no losses (ThompsonCariboo Peewee Rec. league). Playoffs start for the Peewees on Feb. 6.

All photos by Keith McNeill

Atoms explode on the ice Clearwater Atom Thunder Hawk Nick Andersen (l) gets ready to help Sage Barstow as she takes the puck up the ice during a game against Lillooet on Saturday in the Sportsplex. The game was one of several held during Clearwater Hockey Days, which saw nearly all of the local hockey teams play at least once. Photo by Keith McNeill

www.clearwatertimes.com Above: Clearwater Peewee Rebel John Wiunig battles for the puck with two Lillooet opponents during a game on Saturday in the Sportsplex. In the background is teammate Claire Meyer. The local squad played two games against Lillooet and two games against the Lillooet female team on the weekend. Clearwater won all four of the games.

NORTH THOMPSON SPORTSPLEX

Hockey Lives Here! Coming Events Jan. 30/31

Novice Hockey Tournament

Feb. 5/6/7

Clearwater Winter Festival

Minor Hockey Schedule FRIDAY JANUARY 29

Feb. 19,20,21 Provincial Forestry Tourney

3:30 – 6:00

Playoff Game - Midget Rep vs. West Kelowna

Feb. 26,27,28 Oldtimers Hockey Tourney Ladies Bonspiel

6:15 – 7:45

Playoff Game - Atom vs. Lillooet

Mar. 4

Figure Skating Carnival

Wells Gray Curling Club call 250.674.3768 Adult Hockey

Mens Drop In Hockey Fridays @ 7:45pm Oldtimers Hockey will be Sundays @ 7pm & Wednesdays @ 8:35pm

Ladies Drop In Hockey Sunday @ 5:45pm

Family Skating

Friday @ 4:45PM & Sunday @ 4:15PM

Cancelled Jan 29 & 31

Left: Clearwater Peewee Rebel Aubry Leppington takes the puck from a Lillooet opponent.

SATURDAY JANUARY 30 9:00 – 9:50

Clearwater Novice vs. Blue Devils

12:00 – 12:50

Clearwater Novice vs. Williams Lake

4:30 – 6:15

Playoff Game – Bantam House vs. Chase

6:30 – 8:45

Playoff Game – Bantam Rep vs. Winfield

SUNDAY JANUARY 24 8:00 – 8:50

Clearwater Novice vs. Minions

11:00 – 11:50

Clearwater Novice vs. Chase

3:00 – 4:30

Playoff Game – Atom vs. Lillooet – if required

4:45 – 7:00

Playoff Game – Midget Rep vs. West Kelowna if required

For more information about the Sportsplex or any programs call 250 674 2143

Clearwater

KARATE Club final AGM Dissolution of Society Thursday Jan. 28 • 7pm Clearwater Secondary School Room 200 Call 674-2125 for info

Past members, please attend.

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Police seek information on two suspects inches) tall, weighing 54 kg (119 lb.) with hazel eyes and brown hair. His date of birth was April RCMP South-East District released a wanted poster showing 21, 1993. He is wanted under an outthese two individuals on Monday. The two subjects are described standing warrant from Chase RCMP (file 2015-3164) for theft as prolific offenders and may of motor vehicle and possession be in the Barriere to Valemount of property obtained by crime area. over $5,000. “We have had a number of Bree-Anne Alicia Buhler is thefts recently,” noted Sgt. Kevin described as 165 cm (five feet five Podbisky of Clearwater RCMP. inches) tall, weighing 54 kg (119 Waylon Michael Faulhafer is lb.), with brown eyes and brown described as 168 cm (five feet six

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hair (dyed blonde). Her date of birth was April 30, 1994. She is wanted under an outstanding warrant from Chase RCMP (file 2015-3164) for theft under $5,000, breach of probation (times two) and breach of bail/undertaking. If you have information on the whereabouts of Bree-Anne Buhler or Waylon Faulhafer, or encounter them, please call 911 That was then… and report the information to the police. Bree-Anne Alicia Buhler

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From prison to the classroom Dale Bass – Kamloops This Week His face is obscured to protect his privacy, but the young man’s resolve to turn his life around is clear. Incarcerated at Kamloops Regional Corrections Centre, he is one of six inmates to take part in an educational program that brings Thompson Rivers University trades instructors to the west Kamloops prison to teach various skills. “I think this is a great program considering that I haven’t had many opportunities to do this in my life, considering I’m in corrections,” the young man said on a government video. “It’s a good, good program, considering this could be the opportunity I need not to come back.” That opportunity involves completing TRU’s level one construction craft program, which led to the inmates successfully writing the required exam to obtain an apprenticeship in the

Red Seal trade Heather Hamilton, TRU’s manager of industry and contract training, said the program — which ran from November to mid-January — accomplishes two goals. It addresses the skills shortage in the province and it gives inmates training that might help them find jobs and turn their lives around. Hamilton referenced research that has shown quality education is one of the most effective tools to deter young people from returning to crime after release from prison. Lindsay Langill, TRU’s dean of trades and technology, said if a life-changing event is to occur with young people behind bars, “it needs to be through education and vocational-education programs.” Cindy Rose, a spokeswoman for B.C. Corrections, said the initiative is one of many programs offered to inmates to build work skills. B.C. Corrections considers availability of the pro-

gram and suitability of the participants, Rose said. KRCC and B.C. Corrections will look at the success of the program to determine if it will continue. The program included operating and maintaining small tools and equipment; excavation, backfilling and compaction; scaffolding; blueprintreading; surveying; skid-steer and miniexcavator certification; and traffic control. Students also received level one first-aid and construction safety training systems certification. Students were also given safety boots, goggles, pants, a highvisibility vest, hard hat and work gloves. Trades instructor Bob Ryl said the students were happy to learn new skills, seemed more confident and had “more

optimism about what’s going to be in their future.” Corrections supervisor Melody Shepherd echoed Ryl, noting the program gives the men the opportunity to get certification that opens up job opportunities. She said TRU is working with potential employers to make the transition from incarceration to freedom and a job easier. Another unidentified participant also praised the program and potential it provides. “What an opportunity this has been,” he said. “I hope others will be able to benefit from this program in the future. Even though I knew some of the stuff, the actual tickets will help me secure work — no question.”

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Business & Service Directory Accountant ACCOUNTANT

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Smart meter system finishes under budget By Tom Fletcher, Black Press BC Hydro's wireless grid system was officially complete at the end of 2015, with a total cost the Crown utility now projects to be $777 million. That's $153 million below the original budget, said Greg Reimer, executive vice president, transmission, distribution and customer service for BC Hydro. It includes all the elements required by the B.C. government when it ordered the installation of the smart meter system as part of its Clean Energy Act in 2010. Reimer said in an interview the system has also exceeded the $70 million in savings projected for the first three years of operation. "We've realized about $100 million in benefits during that time, particularly from operational savings," Reimer said. "Customers are getting more accurate bills. We've reduced our manual meter reading reads and our bill estimates. Meter reading and billing is automated through the system." The smart grid had its severest test at the end of August 2015

when a windstorm brought down thousands of drought-weakened trees, leaving 700,000 customers on southern Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland without electricity. Power was restored to all areas in five days, which was half the time it took to recover from the December 2006 windstorm that flattened trees in Vancouver's Stanley Park, Reimer said. The 2006 storm blacked out only half the number of homes of the 2015 event. Reimer said the ability to test an entire power line after one break is repaired means the crew doesn't have to drive the rest of the line, and can move to the next confirmed problem when repairing storm damage. BC Hydro has defended its power theft savings after NDP Wireless meters in test lab. BC Hydro is required to test meters annually to make sure they are accurately measuring energy critic Adrian Dix queselectricity use. BC Hydro photo tioned them. In a recent letter to BC Hydro CEO Jessica to extend the BC Hydro wireless projected a 75 per cent reduction ing of meters to meet federal McDonald, Dix said the comgrid, Reimer said. in power theft, and the reduction accuracy regulations. BC Hydro pany's estimate of power theft by for this fiscal year is projected There are still 13,320 BC also plans to install more than marijuana growers was "magi4,000 meters that use commercial Hydro customers who have at 80 per cent, as the smart grid cally" inflated by then-energy refused to accept smart meters, cellular phone networks to send detects actual power consumpminister Rich Coleman in 2006, opting to pay a monthly fee in readings. tion and compares it to billed then increased again in the utilfor manual meter reading of a Those are for locations with amounts. ity's 2011 business case for the mechanical meter or a wireless concrete basement meter rooms While it's officially complete, wireless system. that can't reach the grid, or rural meter with the radio transmitter the smart grid requires ongoing Reimer said the business case turned off. areas where it is too expensive maintenance and annual test-

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Wells Gray Country UPCOMING EVENTS

Jan. 28: Karate Club - final AGM, 7 pm, Clearwater Secondary School – rm 200. Info 250-674-2125. Jan. 31: Ice Man Days Fishing Derby on Dutch Lake, 9am - 12. Cash prizes for 3 largest fish + participant prizes; events for kids; concession; Tickets at Greffard’s, Aspen Auto & Super Save. Call Tim 250674-2795 Feb. 5-7: Clearwater Winter Festival Feb. 6: Birchleg Ski Fest, WGOC, info@wellsgrayoutdoorclub.ca Feb. 6: Legion dinner, Clearwater Legion – 257 Glen Rd, 5pm, dinner 6pm. Adults $15; children 7-12 yrs $6; 2-6 yrs, $3. Feb. 8: Family Day activities, Clearwater Secondary School, 1-4 pm, cooking, soccer, dance, art, tennis, lego, theatre, etc. Feb. 8: Family day movie “Tommorrowland, CSS Pit, 4:15pm, cost $2/ person to a maximum of $10/family. Proceeds go to the CSS PAC/ student council funded projects.

Feb. 11: DOC Budget Presentation & Open House, 2-4 pm & 6-8 pm, DLCC Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day Breakfast, Vavenby Community Hall, $8, adults; $4 children ages 6 and under, tickets Linda 250-676-9578, Wendy 250-676-9565 Feb. 14: Valentines Day “Ladies High Tea’ at the Blackpool Hall. Doors open at noon with the program beginning at 1pm. Sponsored by Ca Feb. 26-28: Ladies Bonspiel, WG Curling Club, Reg. call Gwen 250674-3768 or email wgcurl@gmail.com Feb. 26-28: Oldtimers Hockey Tourney, NT Sportsplex March 5: Volunteer Fair at the Elks Hall, 11am – 2pm. Open to all Nonprofits. For details contact Cheryl Thomas at rp#302.hrl@gmail.com or leave a msg at 250-674-3260 Mt. View High School, Victoria, BC 1966 - 50th Reunion - grads send contact info to mtview1966@gmail.com or call Dave Hutchings 250-477-4505

February 1, 2016 - ONE seat available Introductory program that prepares learners for entry level positions as apprentice welders in most sectors of the economy including manufacturing, construction, transportation, resource extraction, and resource development. Students engage in a variety of classroom and shop activities. In the classroom, they learn theoretical principals of welding.

February 29, 2016 This 27 week program is designed to prepare the graduate to function, under supervision, as a Health Care Assistant. Learned skills will be applied in the community utilizing care facilities, assisted living facilities and private homes. The focus will be on training the health care worker to assist the older adult in meeting his/her basic physical, emotional, environmental and social needs.

GYMNASTICS – WINTER 2016

There are still some seats available in the Winter Youth Gymnastics program…………..please call 250-674-3530 ext. 107 to inquire

UPCOMING COURSES OFA LEVEL 1

Jan 23, Feb 16

$105

TRANSPORTATION ENDORSEMENT

Feb 17

$110

RED CROSS CPR/AED JOY OF PAINTING

March 15 & 16 March 5

$95 $85

TRAFFIC CONTROL

March 13 & 14

$295

H2S ALIVE

March 21

$295

TEL: 250.674.3530 IN PERSON: 209 Dutch Lake Rd. EMAIL: sarduini@tru.ca • www.tru.ca/regional_centres/clearwater

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. (9:30-10 am Bible Study). Info 250-674-3624 • Women in Business Luncheon: Last Wed. of the mth at Wells Gray Inn, 12–2 pm. Preregister at 250-674-2700 • Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 250674-3703 for more info. • Clearwater Farmers’ Market May – Oct. Saturdays 9am– Noon. For more info please call Anne at 250-674-3444. • M&M (Mrs. & Ms.) Social. Last Sun of the mth Wells Gray Inn. 1pm: 250-587-6503 • Blackpool Community Hall Coffee House; Local musicians – 2nd Fri. of the mth. 6:30pm. Concession, $3 or 2 for $5. • Clearwater Elks Bingo - 2nd & 4th Wed. Elks Hall 5pm, Info call Phyllis 250-674-3535 • Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm. • Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm. • Upstream Community and Heritage Society open house Tuesdays: 9am-9pm @ Avola School House, various activities. Info ph Fay 250-678-5302. • 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: 3rd 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 778-208-0137. RECREATION • Drop-in soccer: May-Sept. Tuesdays & Thursday at 7pm at CSS field. Everyone welcome! • Bowling: Mon. 10–12pm & 1-3pm; Thurs., 1-3pm. Seniors Centre at Evergreen Acres. 250-674-3675 • Clearwater Sno-Drifters: 1st Thurs every mth. 250-676-9414 • CNT Rod & Gun Club: 3rd Tues. of the mth. Blackpool Hall 7pm Nov., Jan., & Mar. AGM in May • Volleyball: Winter, dates TBA, at Clearwater Secondary School Gym, $2 drop in. Info: 250-674-1878. • Youth Group: ages 12-18, Fri. 7-10 pm Dutch Lake Community Center, arts & crafts, gymnastics, games & special events, info 250674-2600 • 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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Employment CANADA BENEFIT Group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www.canada benefit.ca/free-assessment Clearwater Alcoholics Anonymous Sunshine Group meets every Tuesday, 8 pm, Elks Hall 72 Taren Dr. Open to Everyone For info contact Wendy 250-587-0026 Do you need help with reading, writing or math? FREE confidential adult tutoring available. • Clearwater Literacy 250-674-3530 • Barriere Literacy 250-672-9773 HAVE YOU been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help you appeal. Call 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca info@dcac.ca HIP OR Knee replacement? Arthritic conditions or COPD? Restrictions in walking/dressing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply today for assistance: 1-844-453-5372. HOSPITAL AUXILIARY GIFT CORNER Located just inside the hospital main doors Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Beautiful gift items 25% discount on all Xmas inventory Safe Home Response Providing a safe place to escape for women and their children. Volunteers always needed. Clearwater 250-674-2135, Barriere 250-672-6444, or North Thompson Valley 1-855-674-2135

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Full Time Permanent Wage $39.86 - $48.23 Over 2 Years Civil Technologist diploma required. Duties include surveying, design, contract preparation and inspection on principal projects. Must be proficient with electronic survey equipment, and AutoCad 3D. Please Apply By February 15, 2016 4:30 pm, by Fax: 250-632-4995, or email: dok@kitimat.ca Visit: www.kitimat.ca

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Good Dog Obedience Classes Starting Jan. 24! * NEW DATES! * Basic Obedience - A 6 week course in good manners & canine behaviour begins Jan. 24, 11am at the Fall Fair Hall in Barriere for all dogs at least 6 months old & up. Cost $110. Novice Class - 6 weeks of fun as we take you & your dog to the next level of obedient behaviour. Participants must have successfully completed a previous Basic Obedience course to qualify. Class starts on Jan. 24, 12pm. Cost $110. To register or for more information contact Jill Hayward at 250-319-8023

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Home Improvements Custom Floor transition strips. Any profile. Ph. 250-674-1291

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.

1200 sq. ft. house. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, .79 acre w/fruit trees, garden area, 600 sq ft shop, & 300 sq ft woodshed. Located on Peavine Rd. $120,000. obo. Ph 1-250-318-7235

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Help Wanted Customer Service Representative

We are currently hiring for a full time position. Must be a team player and customer oriented. Experience in hardware and building supplies an asset. Must be computer literate. Competitive wage offered based on experience. Please Send Resume With References: Box B, Unit 14 - 74 Young Rd, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N2

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MORELLI Chertkow LLP is seeking to hire an experienced Corporate Legal Administrative Assistant to join our team of legal professionals. Please submit an application to the Administrator, Beverley Clayton, at bclayton@morellichertkow.com.

Flatdeck Division · Must be willing to run Western USA, BC and Alberta · Must currently hold a FAST card, or obtain one within 3 weeks of receiving a position.

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BEFORE YOU SELL: • ASPEN • BIRCH • COTTONWOOD • PINE • SPRUCE • FIR PULP LOGS Please call KATHERINE LEPPALA (250) 395-6218 (direct line) • (250) 395-0584 (cell) (250) 395-6201 (fax)

DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN A Pest Management Plan (PMP), unique identifier # 2016-2021, has been proposed by Canadian Forest Products Ltd., Forest Management Group, Vavenby Division. The Vavenby address is: 2996 McCorvie Road, Post Office Box 39, Vavenby, British Columbia, V0E 3A0 or Telephone number: (250) 676-1125, Fax number (250) 676-9455, email Leeanne.Chow@canfor.com. Copies of the proposed PMP and maps may be examined @ the above noted location in Vavenby by appointment with Leeanne Chow. This proposed PMP covers Canfor’s managed silviculture obligations in the Headwaters and Kamloops Forest Districts. The herbicides listed below are proposed for use within the context of this PMP for vegetation control. Application methods will include aerial and ground based. Herbicide Trade Active Ingredient Name Vision, Vision Max glyphosate Vantage Forestry, Weed-Master

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Clearwater: 3 bdrm duplex in Miller sub. F/S. Avail Jan. 1 Call Julie 250-674-0188

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Vavenby: 3 bdrm MH on own property, 1.5 bath, w/d, f/s, covered deck. Fenced yard - 1 dog allowed. $800/mo. Now avail. Call Julie 250-674-0188

Homes for Rent Clearwater: 3bdrm, 3bath hm, incl dw, w/d, storage shed. Close to all amenities. Avail Feb. 1. No pets. $1200/mo + dd. Call Julie 250-674-0188

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Clearwater: 3 bdrm rancher on Petro Rd. Carport, wood & propane heat. Avail Mar. 1. Newly reno’ed. $1000/mo. Call Julie 250-674-0188

A. Murray was like many residents of the North Thompson valley. He didn’t want a service. So they didn’t have one ... just cremation. Alice, his wife of 48 years, would have liked a gathering to remember Murray. By asking one simple question, we can help people like Murray and Alice, and it often doesn’t cost extra. Call us, or drop by for details.

Rooms for Rent Clearwater: Room for rent in Weyerhaeuser sub. Wi-Fi, Sat TV. Nice clean place. NS, NP. $500/mo, incl laundry and util. Call 250-674-1768

Barriere: 1bdrm suite, would suit single/elder person. Near amenities, ample parking, hydro/heat & light incl. $650 to the right person newly renovated, avail. immed.. 778-2202148.

Real Estate For Sale By Owner Barriere: 1232 sq ft, 3bdr, 2bth, lvg rm, dining rm, eat in kitch., 0.6 acre, corner lot $149,900. 250-672-5518 For Sale or Rent: 225 Murtle Cres, 3 bdrm, 3.5 bath, dbl heated garage w/toilet & shower, rent $1,150/mo + util. For Sale: 208 Dutch Lk. Rd, 3 bdrm, 1/2 duplex, 2 full bath, $125,000.00. Offers. Pls lvg msg at 250-674-3668

Rentals Commercial/ Industrial Commercial space avail for rent in the Interior Whitewater Bldg. starting Jan. 1/2016. Spacious, bright, clean, like new. Close to amenities. 675 sqft, $500/mo. 73 Old North Thompson Hwy, Clearwater. Ph 250-674-3727

Plenty of pet guardians are used to checking their companion animals for ticks in the summertime, particularly after camping or hiking in British Columbia’s beautiful outdoors. But it’s just as important to check them in the winter months, says BC SPCA Kamloops and District Branch animal care attendant Valerie Wilson, a fact highlighted by a cat that came into the Kamloops shelter as a stray – along with nine live ticks. “It’s not just dogs who are susceptible, and it’s not just in the summer,” Wilson says. “We discovered and removed nine living ticks from the cat, who earned the name Ticker, during his initial exam. We believe he was living in a chicken coop, and I guess it just hasn’t been cold enough to kill them off.” Ticks are external parasites that feed off the blood of unlucky hosts, including humans, dogs and cats. Tick bites and tick-borne diseases, such as Lyme disease, can be hard to detect, and signs of

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North Thompson Funeral & Drake Cremation Services

Drake Smith, MSW, is the Owner and Funeral Director of North Thompson Funeral & Drake Cremation Services. With locations in Kamloops 250-377-8225, Clearwater 250-674-3030 and Barriere 250-672-1999, his dedicated team has served people in the Kamloops area and the entire North Thompson valley since 2005

Barriere: 2 bdrm basement suite, all util, all appl. NS/NP, no parties. Separate entrance /parking. $750/mo. 250-6725643

tick-borne disease may not appear for seven to 21 days or longer after a tick bite, notes veterinarian and BC SPCA senior manager of animal health Dr. Emilia Gordon. “Watch your pet closely for changes in behaviour or appetite or for any unusual illness such as fever, lameness, lethargy, bruising or bleeding if you suspect he’s been bitten by a tick,” Gordon says. “It’s also important to properly remove the tick, or to have it properly removed, to help prevent any disease or infection.” Steps pet guardians can take: • Check your pets daily for ticks, especially if they spend time outdoors • If you find a tick on your pet, remove it or have it removed by your veterinarian right away • Ask your vet to conduct a tick check at each exam • Talk to your vet about tickborne diseases in your area • Reduce tick habitat in your yard • Talk with your veterinarian about using tick preventatives on your pet

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Tax-free savings account can be helpful tool Kim Inglis For many Canadians, taxfree savings accounts (TFSAs) may be the most advantageous change made to the tax code since RRSPs were launched in 1957. Many professionals even contend that the popularity of TFSAs will ultimately surpass that of RRSPs. However, despite countless clarifications by Revenue Canada and others, TFSAs continue to be misunderstood. A CIBC poll found that fully 50 per cent of Canadians are unsure what can be held in a TFSA. Most viewed them as savings accounts, and only a small percentage could accurately identity other TFSA investment options like mutual funds, GICs, bonds, or stocks.

TFSAs are pretty straightforward. They are available to Canadian residents 18 years of age or older, and unused contribution room can be carried forward indefinitely. Withdrawals can be made anytime in any amount, without being taxed, and can be fully re-contributed the following calendar year. An investor who has never contributed to a TFSA, but has been eligible since 2009, can invest up to $46,500 for 2016. For those who have maximized their contributions yearly, the 2016 limit is $5,500. TFSAs are useful for a wide range of investors. They benefit young people who are still in lower income tax brackets and don’t gain much from the tax deductibility of RRSPs. It is more logical for them to accumu-

late tax-free earnings in a TFSA while saving RRSP headroom until their marginal tax rate is higher. Investors in higher income tax brackets, who maximize RRSP contributions, can use the refunds to fund TFSA contributions. The invested refund can grow without fear of taxation either now or in retirement, multiplying the positive impact of the original RRSP contribution. Seniors can also profit. Unlike RRSPs, a withdrawal from a TFSA is not considered income and therefore doesn’t affect eligibility for Old Age Security. Seniors can move their income-producing investments into TFSAs, to prevent or reduce OAS clawbacks. Families can capitalize on the fact that attribution rules do not

generally apply, so individuals can contribute to the TFSAs of other adult family members, effectively splitting income. Such contributions don’t affect individual contribution limits. Parents saving for their child’s education through Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs) can benefit from integrated RRSP and TFSA planning. The tax refund received from an RRSP can be contributed to a TFSA where the money can grow tax-free and, at the end of the year, withdrawn to make an RESP contribution. Those who use TFSAs as saving accounts are not maximizing them because, generally speaking, they should be used for investments offering better growth potential. Compare

Grappling with the rising costs of eating Jessica Wallace – Kamloops This Week While food prices rise with the sinking loonie, Kamloops and area supermarkets remain full of shoppers. “You kind of need it to survive,” said 21-year-old Kalysta Szauer, who was browsing fruits and vegetables at the Real Canadian Superstore when KTW spoke with her. The Sahali store recently issued a customer apology — notes found hanging in the aisles of its produce department — that cited “weather-related issues in growing regions coupled with the impact of U.S. exchange” for higher prices and supply gaps. Kamloops Superstore management would not comment on the signs, but the store manager did acknowledge prices have gone up “across the board.” A sign in the produce department at

the Real Canadian Superstore explains to customers why prices are higher than normal, citing weather in the United States and the weakening Canadian dollar. Superstore’s parent company, Loblaw, referred comment to the Retail Council of Canada, but company president Galen Weston warned in a November conference call with investors that food inflation is difficult to predict. “We continue to have strong inflation in fresh [foods], although it has been moderating over the course of the year. It’s really the second year of strong fresh-food inflation,” Weston said while recapping the company’s third-quarter results. “It’s really, really hard to predict inflation, so we try and be conservative in our own planning ... We didn’t expect quite the level of inflation that we have right now to sustain all the way through the year, so it’s hard to say

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Signs in a Kamloops store apologize for the increasing cost of food. KTW photo

for sure what’s going to happen in 2016.” The loonie continues to plummet and hit a 12-year low last week, closing at about 71 cents US, with the drop attributed to weak oil prices, slow global economic growth and the strength of the U.S. dollar. Fruits and vegetables in Canadian stores are largely imported and vulnerable to currency fluctuations. Summer drought conditions in California and recent snow in Texas and Arizona have also impacted supply, he said. While prices seem steep now, a recent

study suggests sticker shock will get worse. The University of Guelph’s Food Institute estimates the average Canadian household spent $325 more on food in 2015, with that amount expected to increase to about $345 this year. Produce is expected to increase by between four and 4.5 per cent and meat, which rose five per cent last year, is expected to increase another 4.5 per cent in 2016. The rising cost of product has prompted the A&W restaurant in Sahali to display notices at the till, informing customers of price increases.

an investor who purchases an equity product with one who leaves the TFSA in cash. The investor who contributed $5,500 to a TFSA, fully invested in an exchange-traded fund earning 10 per cent for the year, would have a tax-free profit of $550. The investor who left the contribution in cash generating 1.50 per cent only received $82.50. The difference speaks for itself. – Kim Inglis, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP is an Investment Advisor & Portfolio Manager with Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management, a division of Canaccord Genuity Corp., Member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund. www.reynoldsinglis.ca. The views in this column are solely those of the author.

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