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Victims of violence find help at Women’s Centre They feel worthless; they feel like a victim; and they feel someA Grieving Circle one’s power has taken was held for Vesna theirs and they’re Dumstrey-Soos, who powerless. It’s a very was found dead in complex issue between her home in 100 Mile two individuals. House on Jan. 4, at “People who are in a the At Ease Wellness state of constant emoStudio on Jan. 18. tional trauma and fear Thirty people – men don’t have the ability to and women – came find resources.” together to share their Ramsay describes grief with one another what she calls the in a place Vesna loved, “honeymoon period” says Sonja – the relativeRamsay. ly calm time Michael before violence Martel faces happens once a first degree more. It’s durmurder charge ing this period, in connection she says, that with the death some people SONJA of Dumstreycan breathe for RAMSAY Soos. a bit, and find “I had no out what their idea she was at risk,” options are. says Ramsay, who is When asked what the 100 Mile House people can do to help & District Women’s victims of violence, Centre executive direc- Ramsay’s advice is tor. simple - “don’t judge.” She notes that in Be as neutral and the past two weeks, supportive a listener as the Women’s Centre you can be, she adds. has seen an influx of “Listen without people accessing its judgment, and let them resources. know you’re there to “They say that the help.” Grieving Circle, and That helping can the Jan. 14 letter to the take many forms: food, editor in the Free Press, accommodation and inspired them.” funds to assist them, She says a lot of Ramsay says, adding women don’t know the Women’s Centre is what services and there to guide people resources are avail- on how to help in a able, and who can help respectful way. them. “Many people want “They’re in a very vulnerable situation. Continued on A5

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Xander Flett plays defence for the atom development Sunrise Ford Wranglers, whose hockey season continues at a tournament in Chilliwack this weekend. Turn to page A19 for some recent stats on the 100 Mile House team.

Optimism in South Cariboo There are many reasons to be confident in the South Cariboo economy, according to a report by District of 100 Mile House Councillor Spence Henderson. Tourism numbers are up and local business development programs continued to grow in 2015, while some tax relief might be around the corner in 2016, which is shaping up to be another good year for new construction activity, both in

residential and the commercial sectors, says Henderson, who gave a presentation to the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 12. “We expect continued positive tourism spending with the Americans having more dollars to spend and the Canadians wanting to spend their dollars in British Columbia, where they go further.” Looking ahead, there are

promising discussions with developers about upcoming construction proposals, Henderson adds. “There is definitely optimism in the local economic outlook as we work to strengthen our service base in the South Cariboo and continue to build economic resiliency.” Some highlights from Henderson’s report include the Continued on A5

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FAST bytes STAFF CHANGES On Jan. 19, School District #27 superintendent Mark Thiessen officially announced Maria Telford has been assigned to be the principal of Horse Lake Elementary School for the remainder of this school year. Mikel Brogan, who was the former principal at the school, will be the vice-principal at 100 Mile House Elementary School for the remainder of the school year.

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A wild bighorn sheep herd at the Chasm has been devastated by respiratory disease and a public meeting is scheduled in Clinton on Feb. 7 to discuss wild and domestic sheep separation.

Saving wild sheep subject of meeting Resident worried remaining wild sheep will be killed to stop spread of disease

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he spread of respiratory disease has devastated a wild herd of bighorn sheep in the Cariboo area and concerned groups have scheduled a public meeting to help remedy the situation in Clinton on Feb. 7. The meeting, which is being organized by the Wild Sheep Society of B.C. (WSSBC), will be held at the Clinton Memorial Hall from 7 to 9 p.m. The focus of the meeting is about getting the message out that when wild sheep come in contact with domestic sheep, the wild sheep are at a “high risk” of contracting deadly disease, says WSSBC president Mike Southin. “We need to get some pressure to try to keep domestics out of areas that traditionally support wild sheep.” The Chasm bighorn sheep herd in question has dwindled from more than 100 animals to about 20 because a local rancher and the provincial government did not act fast enough in erecting a separation fence when the problem started a few years ago, say people involved. “We’re trying to get some legislation in place to stop this stuff from happening,” says Southin. A local resident, Tamara Giles, is concerned the remaining sheep at the Chasm will be culled. She believes the WSSBC wants to con-

vince people that killing them is the best way to remedy the situation. Giles, a guide-outfitter in Clinton, has a Facebook page dedicated to the issue. She says eliminating the remaining herd is a “poor precedent to set.” In response to Giles’ concern, Southin admits killing the remaining herd is an option, but says it’s “unlikely” it will happen. “I don’t think there’s anyone in the ministry who ‘s really got the nerve to do that. But [shooting them] doesn’t really resolve the issue because more sheep are going to move into that area and as long as the domestics are there, it doesn’t solve it.” The BC Wildlife Federation, Clinton and District Outdoor Sportsman Association, guide-outfitters of the Thompson, and the Wildlife Stewardship Council, are also participating in the town hall meeting, where “subject matter experts” will be brought in to talk about wild and domestic sheep separation. “For nearly a century wild sheep in B.C., and all across North America, have experienced massive die-offs due to interactions between domestic and wild sheep,” reads a press release from the WSSBC. “Domestic sheep, goats and even

lamas carry pathogens, which they are immune to, but are deadly to wild sheep.... Parts of B.C., such as the Cariboo, East Kootenay, Okanagan and Thompson, are all areas of high risk.” Southin says the WSSBC is planning more town-hall meetings in other communities in the future to educate p e op l e

on the issue. “The sheep are dying and there’s no reason for it. It’s kind of silly. We’re trying to get through to government and they just seem to be sitting on their heels.”

On Jan. 18, Premier Christy Clark and MaryAnn Mihychuk, federal Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, announced a new stream of funding under the Canada-B.C. Job Grant (CJG) has been created to help employees in the technology sector get the training they need to succeed in the future. Some $4.5 million under the CJG over the next five years will be provided to employers and organizations in the technology sector to help their current and future workers upgrade their skills.

LICENCES GOOD The British Columbia government is supporting transitioning military personnel and retired veterans as they transfer their truck driving credentials to commercial licences by removing any requirement for additional testing. A newly signed agreement by the B.C. Liberal government, ICBC, and the Department of National Defence (DND) will provide civilian commercial accreditation for the equivalent military driver qualifications provided by the DND. This change went into effect on Jan. 25.

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Financial Focus House over $500,000? New downpayment rules in February. On February 15, 2016, minimum downpayment rules are changing in Canada – for homes worth more than $500,000. The change is straightforward: for any portion of the house price over $500,000, buyers will need to provide 10% downpayment for an insured mortgage. The minimum downpayment for the ﬁrst $500,000 will remain unchanged at 5%. How much difference could it make? Here’s a simple example: Right now, you could get a mortgage for a $750,000 home with a downpayment of $37,500: a simple 5% of $750,000. Once the new rules kick in next month, you’ll need $50,000 downpayment for the same house: 5% for the ﬁrst $500,000 ($25,000), Purchase Price Up to & including $500,000

plus 10% for the $250,000 over the limit (another $25,000). The change was announced in midDecember by the new Liberal Finance Minister, Bill Morneau. While most Canadian homebuyers will be unaffected, the move is designed to protect Canadian homeowners by ensuring a stronger equity footing in their homes. If there’s a house purchase in your future, let’s talk. You will need a mortgage approval before February 15 to qualify under the 5% rule, and your purchase must also close before July 1, 2016. Here is a handy chart that outlines the impact of the New Minimum Downpayment Requirement:

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to bring the subject up, but it takes tact, skill and understanding. People need to know that they’re loved and supported, not judged.” She notes it can be scary and traumatizing for women to bring up the subject of violence against them. “Tact and diplomacy go a long way. If someone isn’t comfortable talking about it, you have to respect that. It’s their choice; they have the power to talk about it.” By starting the conversation, however, she says that you’re letting the person know that there’s someone she can call and who will be there for her. Ramsay says that a 24-hour hotline – 1-800-563-0808 – is

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Lac la Hache seasonal residents Kerri Enns and her 10-year-old son, Ashton Enns, enjoyed a day skiing at the Mt. Timothy Ski Area recently. It was Ashton’s first day on the mountain and he really enjoyed the ski conditions, which are excellent this season.

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in town. • The District anticipates flat tax rates, or even possibly a slight decrease, for 2016 - The District is on track to retire its long term debt by 2018/19, which means it anticipates a four per cent tax reduction then. • 2015 saw several high-profile events hosted in 100 Mile House, includ-

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Wrong month, right date In our story, headlined Matt Bailey happy to get off mountain, on page A5 of the Jan. 21 100 Mile House Free Press, we stated: “When Matt Bailey left for his first run at the Mt. Timothy Ski Area around 9 a.m. on Nov. 16, the 27-year-old skier had no idea he would be getting off the mountain 2 a.m. on Nov. 17. Matt actually went missing on Jan. 16 and came off the mountain on Jan. 17. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

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Opportunity for residents’ input on 100 Mile House future

OCP & Zoning Bylaw Re-write open house slated for Feb. 10 Work on the District of 100 Mile House’s Official Community Plan (OCP) Update & Zoning Bylaw Re-Write project is nearing completion. Starting in May, the District’s consultant, the Arlington Group, has been working on a comprehensive analysis of the issues facing 100 Mile House. Now, these two pivotal guiding documents have been revised to align District council and community values and aspirations. The Draft OCP and Draft Zoning Bylaw will be available for review between 3 and 8 p.m. on Feb. 10 at the District council chambers. Presentations will be made at 4, 5:30, and 7 p.m. The Arlington Group and the District is ready to hear the residents’ thoughts and comments on what has been accomplished. The OCP has been updated to reflect the

changing demographics of 100 Mile House and to better address climate change and environment-related objectives. Policies have been added concerning economic development, community health, safety, and arts and culture. The updated Zoning Bylaw has streamlined the regulatory process by removing some development permit areas and broadened the range of uses allowed in commercial and industrial land zones. The format has been re-designed to be more readable and user-friendly. Important areas where input is encouraged include: • The legalization of secondary suites; • Changes to permitted types of home-based businesses; • Allowing poultry and bees within residential areas; and • Regulating medical marijuana production facilities on ALR land. For more information, or if you are unable to attend the Open House but still wish to provide comments, please visit the District website http:// w w w.100mi lehous e. com/ocp-zoningupdate/ or contact the District planner Joanne Doddridge at 250-395-2434 or by e-mail at jdoddridge@ dist100milehouse.bc.ca.

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DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN Pest Management Plan: BC Hydro Facilities 2016-2021

The use of pesticides is intended within the area to which the Pest Management Plan (PMP) applies. The purpose of the proposed PMP is to control vegetation at BC Hydro facilities to maintain safe and reliable operations which support the delivery of electricity to our customers. This plan applies to all areas of British Columbia where BC Hydro has operational or planned facilities such as electrical substations, generation switchyards, generating sites, communication sites, storage sites, administrative buildings, or land owned or leased for future facilities. The proposed duration of the PMP is from April 2016 to April 2021. Vegetation incompatible with the operation of the power system will be controlled using: physical (manual brushing, girdling, hand-pulling, hedge trimming, mowing, pruning, weed trimming or tree removal), cultural (gravel/hard surfacing, planting ground cover), biological (release of parasitic insects to control noxious and invasive plants) or chemical (herbicide application) techniques, or any combination of these methods. The active ingredients and trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include: ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

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Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women inquiry welcomed

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Last month, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the federal government will be launching an inquiry into the disappearance and death of 1,181 aboriginal women between 1980 and 2012. The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) inquiry will be nationwide in scope. In British Columbia, much of the attention is expected to focus on the Highway of Tears; the 800-kilometre stretch of Highway 16 between Prince George and Prince Rupert. At least 18 women have disappeared or been killed on or near the highway since the 1970s. The Liberal’s MMIW inquiry is a radical departure from the stand taken by the Conservatives under the prime minister Stephen Harper. When pressed to launch such an inquiry, the former prime minister replied, “It’s not really high on our radar, to be honest.” Sonja Ramsay, executive director of the 100 Mile House & District Women’s Centre, says she is grateful the Liberals are going ahead with the inquiry. “It’s sad so many years went by when the Conservative government chose to ignore this problem in our communities. For people to be told by an institution, which is supposed to have responsibility, that they don’t matter is a continuation of the violence against women and their families.”

Ramsay says she feels the inquiry is a step in the right direction, as is the $3 million in funding the provincial government has promised over three years to help protect people along Highway 16. “Women keep going missing, and no one knows why. Their families are grieving, and their stories are never finished.” Indigenous Affairs Minister Carolyn Bennett has said, “The end goal of the inquiry is to find concrete action that will be able to stop this nation-

al tragedy.” Ramsay says she thinks more resources would help. “If people go missing in the mountains, Search and Rescue will find you. If a woman goes missing, there aren’t those processes and protocols.” This has led to many of the missing and murdered women dropping off the radar unless family and friends advocate for them, she adds. “This inquiry is a great step forward because any little bit helps. It’s about safety for all.”

Free family fun slated for Feb. 4

There will be a Ready, Set, Learn Service Provider Fair in the 100 Mile House Elementary School gymnasium on Feb. 4, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Everyone with babies and children up to five years old are invited to this free, family fun event to celebrate families and learning. There will be an opportunity to make friends, meet community service providers and play. Games, crafts, stories, songs and fun are on the agenda and folks will be able to enjoy a light dinner and take home a free book.

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asps were heard across the Lower Mainland recently as property assessment notices landed and thoughts of, “My property is worth how much?” gave way to, “Holy mackerel, what does this mean for my taxes?” It’s even worse for businesses. On average, British Columbia small businesses will pay 2.6 times the municipal property tax of an equivalently valued residence. In many Metro Vancouver municipalities, this gap is far worse. For example, Coquitlam businesses pay 4.2 times more municipal taxes, while companies in Vancouver and Burnaby pay four times more than residents. Let’s put this in monetary terms. In 2015, an average residential property in Vancouver was worth $1,532,937. A resident would pay $2,713 in municipal property taxes on that value, while a small business would

pay $11,260. A green grocer amounted to a lot of nothing has to sell a lot of oranges to in return.” pay that bill. His property tax bill is now This unfairness is even more than $60,000. “It’s like worse than it seems on the paying an employee … but surface because businesses this one never shows up to use fewer municipal services work!” than residents. Meanwhile, the A 2007 report province is as done by MMK guilty of charging Consulting businesses more for the City of than their fair Vancouver found share on the that, on average, portion of the residential property tax bill properties in that is under the city paid their control. approximately For example, Laura $0.56 in property in Vancouver, Jones taxes for each businesses pay 4.4 dollar of taxtimes more than supported service residents in school consumed, while business taxes. paid $2.42 in property Showing leadership by taxes for every dollar of reducing this inequity is tax-supported services something Finance Minister consumed. Mike de Jong should One automotive shop seriously consider for his owner comically captured upcoming budget. how the inequity feels: “I Ninety per cent of know now what it must have businesses support the been like for the peasants province limiting the in medieval times, as far amount of property taxes as having to pay taxes that that businesses can pay

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re you ready to party? This coming weekend is going to provide some great family fun for all area residents. The action gets started tomorrow night (Jan. 29) with Cariboo Challenge Family Fun Night 2016 on Birch Avenue in 100 Mile House from 5 to 9 p.m. Billed as a downtown “by the community ... for the community” event, there is something for every member of the family. This will be the second consecutive Family Fun Night put on by a group of volunteers, whose main goal is to provide some family entertainment for 100 Mile House and area residents. They are definitely making the South Cariboo, and 100 Mile House in particular, a fun place to live. The group has worked tirelessly to put this production on and one only has to look at the lineup to realize how much effort they have put in to make the event successful. There will be all kinds of activities for children and youth, as well as a Fun For All Ages Zone. There will be karaoke for the singers, human foosball for those who like to kick a ball around. Donex parking lot will be the site of a campfire pit and the Crazy Races and Games, including a tire pull, slogging race, costume race, fireside games and a hanging donut race. Numerous children’s games will be set up in front of the community hall, including softball toss, golf, bowling, balloon board and a milk can toss. There will be face painting for all members of the family, and cotton candy and bannock will be available, too. Local businesses have donated items to the giant basket draw; see page A14-A15 in this paper to find out where to get your ballots for the draw. The community hall will be filled with more games and community clubs will be handing out important information and answering questions. One of the highlights of the evening will be the Broomball Tournament between Second and Third streets on Birch Avenue. There are eight teams signed up to compete in these action-packed games. On Saturday and Sunday (Jan. 30-31), everyone will want to head up to the 108 Heritage Site for the 2016 Cariboo Challenge Jack Gawthorn Memorial Sled Dog Race. The race is making its return after it had to be cancelled last year and folks are very excited about its return. If you haven’t seen this spectacle before, you are in for a treat, and dog lovers of all ages will enjoy these four-legged athletes compete in 10-, six- and four-dog races as they pull a sled and driver as fast as they can – the team work is truly amazing. There will also be junior sled dog races, and skijoring, which features dogs pulling skiers. If you have been to the races before, you already know there is a lot going on between races and folks can grab something to eat, chat with friends and have a good look at the dogs. We urge everyone to get out and enjoy these free family events this weekend.

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relative to residents. It’s not all bad news. For businesses, the gap between what they should pay and what they do pay is still way too high, but it has been getting better in many municipalities, including Vancouver. Another ray of hope for business is that there is greater understanding of the problem than there was 10 years ago. Residents care about small business because they contribute so much to our communities. Increasingly, people understand that if governments are unfairly taxing small businesses, their favourite restaurants, dress shops, bakeries and drycleaners have less capacity to keep prices reasonable, create jobs, or even exist at all. Laura Jones is executive vice-president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. She can be reached at laura. jones@cfib.ca. Follow her on twitter @CFIBideas.

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Local MLA peeved with Free Press editorial

To the editor: I am compelled to respond to your Jan. 14 editorial, headlined Jobs promise broken. The editorial has a hole big enough to drive a 230-tonne ore truck through and, frankly, I am disappointed with the newspaper for publishing such misinformed nonsense. The thrust of the editorial is that government is not creating jobs for British Columbians, as was promised in the 2013 election, and in

particular, the writer claims this is true of the Site C project. First of all, let’s remember who had the courage to go ahead with the $8.3-billion, decade-long mega-hydroelectric project – the B.C. Liberal government. If it were up to the NDP, there would not be the 10,000 jobs that Site C will create because they say “no” to everything. Furthermore, at Christmas time, 75 per cent of all workers at the work site were British Columbians.

That’s because BC Hydro requires winning contractors to participate in regional job fairs to look for employees and to participate in regional “business to business” networking sessions to identify B.C. businesses that can deliver the skills, services and products necessary. Is there a guarantee that every single one of 10,000 jobs will be held by a British Columbian? Of course not. First of all, restricting other Canadians from

working in another province is unconstitutional. Those who spout off about “guarantees” are either ignorant of the law or are deliberately misleading the public. But fortunately, there are ways to ensure British Columbians have every opportunity to benefit from the Site C project and BC Hydro has taken steps in this direction. Having 75 per cent of all workers so far from B.C. is certainly proof in the pudding

that it’s working! The writer of the editorial says “2017 is not that far off.” He’s right, and in 2017, my constituents will have a clear choice if they want to keep the economy growing and B.C. leading Canada, or go back to the negative, pessimistic view of the world that this editorial writer seems to have in common with the NDP. Donna Barnett, MLA Cariboo Chilcotin

Fletcher taken to task for Jan. 14 column To the editor: According to Tom Fletcher, “an employee of the B.C. branch plant of Sierra Club lurks, apparently coordinating media and protesters” regarding logging in the Walbran Valley in his column, headlined Avatar Sequel Bombs in Walbran, Free Press, Jan. 14, page A8). He’s referring to me Far from lurking, I’m proud to be campaigning with Sierra Club BC to save some of the last significant stands of unprotected old-growth on Vancouver Island. (And, to correct but one of the many misleading or false claims in Fletcher’s piece, the Sierra Club BC is entirely independent.) Fletcher’s diatribe reveals him as Teal Jones’ willing stenographer, uncritically regurgitating the logging company’s talking points. Fletcher and Teal Jones may believe it is morally and ecologi-

cally acceptable to cut down these magnificent trees and destroy complex, delicate ecosystems. Sierra Club BC doesn’t, and nor do the majority of British Columbians who support concerted action to defend endangered old-growth trees, wildlife, a stable

climate, clean water and clean air. British Columbians know these things form the life-support system of our planet and support long-term prosperity and a diverse economy, including sustainable second-growth forestry for current and future generations.

A growing list of independent reports from B.C.’s Auditor General, the Forest Practices Board and even a Liberal MLA highlight the need for urgent action to save our forests. It’s long past time for the provincial government to reverse the damage done when it gutted the

rules governing logging. Fourteen years of trusting corporate interests to manage our forests with little or no oversight has got to stop. Mark Worthing Sierra Club BC

Conservative’s tight-fisted on foreign aid

To the editor: Under the last 10 years of Conservative rule, Canada’s share of global aid became the lowest of all industrialized nations. In 2014, the only G7 country with a smaller aid budget than Canada was Italy, which had an unemployment rate of over 12 per cent and whose economy was among the worst in Europe. The usual argument for this parsi-

mony is it’s somehow better to help Canadians than foreigners, and yet I know of no recognized ethic, religion, or accepted system of morals that says only help those who live near you and forget everyone else. If human life has value and if we believe every human being has potential, the accident of one’s location of birth shouldn’t be relevant. Recognizing this, Canada has pledged to spend 0.7 per cent of

Gross Domestic Product on foreign assistance. We are now at less than half that, while our global partners have reached or are close to that goal. The second usual argument is our weak economy, but despite a deficit of nearly $200 billion, the United Kingdom still met their international obligations in 2014. At the height of the 2008 recession, Ireland increased its aid, exceeding

Canada’s. The difference between 0.24 and .07 per cent is a rounding error in the federal budget, yet it means life and death for millions. The Conservatives and their tight-fisted policies are now gone, and it’s time to fulfill your predecessor’s oaths, Mr. Trudeau. Nathaniel Poole Victoria

This is your province on weed storefronts, which city halls in Vancouver exotic names. and elsewhere imagine they can regulate. British Columbia Health Minister Philpott said the question is “premature” Terry Lake was more forthcoming a few and federal-provincial justice ministers days earlier, responding to a Vancouver were dealing with it at their meeting. reporter who judged marijuana more Ottawa will have a “task force” too. interesting than his just-announced plan Vancouver descended into a pot store to hire 1,600 more nurses by the end of free-for-all due to benign March. neglect from council and Lake noted that Ontario police, and Victoria isn’t far Premier Kathleen Wynne is behind. Vancouver Coun. Kerry keen to sell marijuana through Jang, a rare voice of reason in the province’s monopoly liquor the Big Smoke, has protested stores. B.C.’s government liquor dispensaries using street store union has also endorsed hawkers to attract young buyers, this idea, forming an unlikely and pot stores setting up near alliance with non-union private schools. stores to get in on the action. Other communities, more “There are public health Tom aware of their limitations, officials I’ve talked to who say Fletcher have resisted issuing business the co-location of marijuana licences. One recent proposal and liquor sales is not advisable in the Victoria suburb of View Royal came from a public health perspective,” Lake from a fellow who insisted marijuana said. “I think whatever we do it has to be extract had cured his cancer. highly regulated, quality control has to be This is typical of claims that proliferate excellent and above all we must protect on the Internet, and is one of many young people.” warning signs about dispensaries that put Yes, liquor stores check ID. But the up red cross signs to sell pot products with notion that marijuana might be sold next

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ith 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 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

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 handwringing 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 longstanding 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. E-mail: tfletcher@blackpress.caTwitter: @ tomfletcherbc

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Fugitive falcon found in parking lot SALMON ARM - Griffin the gyr-saker falcon is back home and resting after a weeklong misadventure, thanks to Dee LeCerf, a Shuswap Middle School secretary. After school Tuesday (Jan. 19), students went to LeCerf to tell her there was a hawk hopping around outside and had gone under one of the parent’s cars. LeCerf says it was a parent outside the school who said someone had been looking for a falcon and she knew it was the right bird because it had leathers on its legs. With the help of the parent, LeCerf managed to get Griffin into a large box and called Mandy McDiarmid, Griffin’s owner and operator of Shuswap Birds of Prey. “She was in tears, she was so happy to have him back,” says LeCerf. “She peeked into the box, but he was so tired; he was very still and he made no noise.” The young Griffin broke free of his tether on Jan. 12 while doing his job of chasing birds away from the Salmon Arm Landfill. “He’s a lot happier now that he’s at home,” McDiarmid says of his roomy and comfortable mew, (also known as an aviary) that includes outdoor and heated indoor spaces and good food such as his favourite quail. “He’s doing well; he lost a bit of weight but he was a fat bird when he took off.” Avalanche claims life northeast of Prince George PRINCE GEORGE - An avalanche northeast of Prince George Saturday (Jan. 23) has claimed the life of one snowmobiler. “A party of five snowmobiles were riding when one member of the group became involved in an avalanche,” said Dale Bull, a manager and information officer with Prince George Search and Rescue, Sunday morning. “That one person was fatally injured.” The other four members of the party were uninjured and able to ride out of the area, Bull said, noting the avalanche response team was able to recover the body of the deceased individual. Saturday's avalanche occurred in the Torpy area approximately 100km north east of Prince George.

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RCMP deal with breach of conditions, collision

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report 100 Mile House RCMP responded to 53 complaints and calls for service during the past week. Below are highlights of the week’s calls. Threats uttered On Jan. 24, 100 Mile House RCMP received a complaint that a man, who had previously been released on an allegation of uttering threats, was breaching the conditions of his release document at a

local business. The suspect was located and arrested. Charges of uttering threats and breach of undertaking were recommended to Crown against a 41-year-old 100 Mile House resident. The matter is currently before the courts.

Intersection collision On Jan. 20, 100 Mile RCMP responded to a collision on Highway 97 at Horse Lake Road in 100 Mile House. The driver of a northbound tractor-trailer

unit was coming down the hill, but was unable to stop for the lights. The driver of a Ford Focus proceeded through the intersection when their light was green. The tractortrailer unit collided with the Ford Focus. There were no injuries to either occupant. An inspector from Commercial Vehicle Inspection attended and noted a mechanical defect with the tractortrailer. The driver of the tractor-trailer unit was issued a violation ticket for failing to comply with the trip inspection.

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Williams Lake RCMP looking for help to locate suspect

At 3:29 p.m. on Jan. 25, Williams Lake RCMP received a report of an attempted abduction from Columneetza Secondary School in Williams Lake. A student was approached by a Caucasian male with a beard in his 30s-40s who tried to grab her after asking if she needed a ride. The suspect reportedly tried to grab a second student, but was again unsuccessful. The man was with a female in what was described as a dirty older four-door white car. Police are asking the public to report any information they may have in relation to this incident immediately to 9-1-1.

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There was some good news for friends and relatives of Leslie Voth after 100 Mile House RCMP confirmed he was alive and well on Jan. 26. The local RCMP and relatives had

looking for the missing Lac la Hache resident after he didn’t return home from an appointment in Williams Lake on Jan. 22. Police and relatives knew Voth made it to Williams Lake, but didn’t know about his whereabouts after his appointment. Around 5:45 p.m. on Jan. 26, the local RCMP were contacted by family members and were told Voth had been visiting family on the Lower Mainland, which was confirmed by another policing agency.

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Financial Focus Should I contribute to a TFSA, RRSP or both? With the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) available for saving in a tax-free environment, does it still make sense to contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)? RRSPs can work well if you contribute while you are in a high tax bracket and withdraw when in a lower tax bracket. You can generate a higher net rate of return with an RRSP when the effective tax rate at the time of withdrawal is lower than the effective tax rate at the time of contribution. A TFSA can provide a higher return if the reverse occurs. For example, if you contribute $1,000 to an RRSP when you are in a 20 per cent tax bracket, your net cost is $800 after the tax savings. If you are in the same tax bracket when you make a withdrawal from your RRSP, your net withdrawal will be equal to your net cost after paying the taxes ($800). However, if you are in a higher tax bracket when you make the withdrawal, say 40 per cent, then your net withdrawal will only be $600 after the taxes are paid.1

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may want to maximize both your RRSP and TFSA contributions. In fact, the tax savings or refund received from the RRSP contribution could be used to fund the TFSA.

YOU MAY WANT TO RETHINK YOUR HOME BUYERS PLAN SAVINGS. If you are saving for a down payment on a house, a TFSA might be a better option than saving in an RRSP and withdrawing under the Home Buyers Plan (HBP). There are several reasons for this. • The flexibility to recontribute the TFSA withdrawal without time limits.2 If HBP repayments are not made on time, the annual repayment amount is added into your income and any missed repayment amount means the RRSP room is lost forever. • There is no restriction on how much you can withdraw from your TFSA while the HBP restricts you to $25,000 from each your RRSP and your spouse’s RRSP. Alternatively, you could each contribute $5,000 a year for 5 years to a TFSA and then withdraw $25,000 plus any investment earnings tax free and with no required repayments. • There are no conditions on TFSA withdrawals, whereas the HBP requires you to be a first time home buyer. Similar logic could be applied to the Life Long Learning Plan. By using a TFSA to save and fund continuing education, contributors can gain increased withdrawal flexibility while eliminating any enrollment requirements or repayment conditions. Whether to save in a TFSA, RRSP or both may depend on your savings needs, your eligibility for income tested benefits and your current and expected future financial situation and income level.

TFSA, RRSP OR BOTH? LOW INCOME: A TFSA can be an ideal savings vehicle if you are in a low income tax bracket. RRSPs may not be well suited to low income Canadians. The RRSP tax savings are insignificant and you may be in a higher tax bracket when you make withdrawals, as the earlier example demonstrates. You may also want to consider that TFSA withdrawals do not impact income tested benefits and credits, such as child tax benefits and credits, Old Age Security (OAS) or Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS). If you now find yourself in a lower tax bracket, such as when on maternity leave, and have made RRSP contributions in the past, you may want to consider withdrawing from your RRSP to make a TFSA contribution. However, remember that funds withdrawn from your RRSP cannot be re-contributed at a later date. MIDDLE INCOME: One strategy would be to contribute to your TFSA now and accumulate RRSP room to be used later when in a higher tax bracket to optimize the tax benefits. HIGH INCOME: This is a situation where you

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‘The hardest worker in the room’ Local lifter training for amateur body building contest.

Oakley Dickerson has six months to look good and he’s pushing himself as hard as ever to get there. The local 20-yearold has started an arduous and ambitious exercise

In the gym, it’s not about lifting as much weight as possible. It’s about isolating every muscle with slow deliberate reps. The real challenge, however, seems to be the strict diet portion of the program. Dickerson has parents and grandparents that love to bake.

“He said he just loves what the gym can bring to someone, just how far you can push your body. It’s always a challenge.” Dickerson says he doesn’t really know what the end result is going to be in Fort St. John six months from now. But the journey in this case seems to hold equal

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So he has to live with a lot of cake and ice cream in the fridge he can’t touch. It’s basically “a full time” job staying true to the regime. An inspiration of his is a body builder by the name of Steve Cook, a Mr. Olympia competitor from Idaho whom Dickerson met at an exhibition last year and hit up for body building pointers.

weight with the destination. “I don’t have a certain goal of where to make it in the composition. I just want to have a goal to make it to the competition, to see how far I can push my body.” Dickerson adds a thank you to Kam Taylor of Focused Fitness for guiding him with a diet and exercise program.

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left, it's pretty much nine playoff games in a row until playoffs,” the coach adds with a

chuckle. “If we're trying to get first place.” The local club hosts the North Okanagan Knights on Jan. 29 and

the Sicamous Eagles on Jan. 30. Defenceman Josh Odelein is probably out for about six weeks

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The girls basketball team at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School played really hard with a short bench at a tournament in Williams Lake, Jan 15-16. The team, coached by teacher Sarah Pereira, included Kailey Lund, back left, Leanne Varney, and Riley Pigeon; Alyssa Procee, front left, Karisma Hopson and Olivia Gulliman. Amy Baechmann (not pictured) also played.

Proposed Amendments to Boundaries of Old Growth Management Areas within the 100 Mile Natural Resource District Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 93.4 of the Land Act, and for the purposes of the Forest and Range Practices Act, the Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations is proposing amendments to Old Growth Management Area (OGMA) boundaries in the 100 Mile House Natural Resource District. The proposed amendments are to address the following situations: • Past harvest of beetle-killed pine within the OGMA, and the subsequent need to replace the harvested OGMA with an equivalent area of new permanent OGMA; • Changes in ecosystem mapping which determine the percent targets and/or distribution of required OGMAs. Maps showing the proposed OGMA amendment areas may be viewed at the 100 Mile House Natural Resource District office in 100 Mile House (300 Cariboo Highway 97). In addition, the maps can be accessed online at: https://www.for.gov.bc.ca/TASB/SLRP/100_Mile_House__LUOR_OGMA_ Amendment.html The public is invited to comment on the proposed amendments during a 60-day review period ending March 31, 2016. Written comments may be sent to: “OGMA Comments,” 100 Mile House Natural Resource District, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, PO Box 129, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0 or via email to DMHOGMAcomments@gov.bc.ca using the subject line “OGMA Comments.”

with a knee injury, the coach says. As Lynch has been excelling at both forward and defence positions this season, he will likely cycle back and forth. Austin Turner can also play a bit of defence if the Wranglers need six skaters on the back end on any given night. These will be game time decisions, Hladun says. Steeves, 17-10-1 on the season with a 2.43 goals against average and a .930 save percentage, was called up to the Merritt Centennials of the British Columbia Hockey League this week, so Derochie will get the starts this weekend against the Knights and Eagles. “It's good for him and it's good for our team to be showcasing a good goalie like him,” says Hladun of Steeves. “I'm confident with letting Zane go because Adam can step right in. He's got the confidence of the team.” Derochie, as backup, has been equally impressive this year. He's 9-3-1 with a 2.26 goals against average and a league best .940

save percentage. Of the Knights, Hladun says: “If you bring your 'A' game you should beat them. But if you don't, they're going to push. North Okanagan last week was down 2-0 going into the third and beat [Okanagan Divisionleading] Osoyoos 4-2. Not a lot of people can beat Osoyoos. That's going to be a dangerous game Friday night. ” Of the Eagles: “They're a Jekyll and Hyde team. I think they were playing really good just after Christmas. And the next couple of weeks they plummeted. They've lost five in a row now. Some of them have been 10-0, 7-0. So I'm not sure what kind of team they're going to bring Saturday. There's enough rivalry there with Sicamous and us that they're going to bring a good effort.” Meanwhile, ticket sales continue in the club's Cash Lottery, whose draw date is Jan. 30 during the Sicamous game. Tickets are $10. First prize is $7,000; second prize is $2,000; third is $1,000.

100 Mile House & District Minor Hockey Schedule for Jan. 28 – Feb. 4, 2016

Thursday, January 28 5:30pm-6:00pm CANCELLED MINI-WRANGLERS 6:00pm-8:15pm 2016 PSO GRAD VS TEACHER HOCKEY GAME (G) Friday, January 29 7:00pm 100 Mile WRANGLERS vs North Okanagan KNIGHTS (G) Saturday, January 30 7:00am-6:15pm HOCKEY 3 & 4 – TOURNAMENT ROLF ZEIS MEMORIAL ARENA – LAC La HACHE 12:00pm-1:30pm OMAHA PLAYOFFS – PW REC GAME 1 – PW2 A&M Towing vs TBA (PG) 1:45pm-3:15pm HOCKEY 1 & 2 – Tim Hortons (P) 3:30pm-5:00pm OMAHA PLAYOFFS – PW REC GAME 2 – PW2 A&M Towing vs TBA (PG) 7:00pm

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Sunday, January 31 7:00am-1:00pm HOCKEY 3 & 4 – TOURNAMENT ROLF ZEIS MEMORIAL ARENA – LAC La HACHE 11:00am-12:30pm OMAHA PLAYOFFS – PW REC GAME 3 – TBA (PG) 12:45pm-2:45pm OMAHA PLAYOFFS – BANTAM/ MIDGET REC GAME 3 – TBA (PG) Monday, February 1 5:45pm-6:45pm ATOM HOUSE – 100 Mile Free Press (P) 7:00pm-8:00pm PEEWEE HOUSE – Norbord & A&M Towing (P) 8:15pm-9:15pm BANTAM HOUSE – Forest Grove Legion 261 (P) Note: schedules are subject to change on short notice. Please check back regularly.

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Back by Popular demand! Snowshoe with professional biologist Ken MacKenzie & have your eyes opened to the amazing creatures and plants along the 99 Mile Snowshoe Trails! This is a fundraiser towards buying more rental snowshoes! WHO: Everyone welcome! Limited to 10 participants, so RSVP with Day Lodge attendant soon! Half the spots are already booked! WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016; meet at 10 am at the Day Lodge COST: $15 for season pass holders, $18 for non-passholders (incl. day pass)

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Have you skied Fruit, Canta and Fir View Loops yet? Come and join a group to ski the trails (Round trip ski approx 14km). WHO: Everyone WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016; 10 am COST: FREE!!!!!

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Bring your family and friends - have fun skiing/ snowshoeing, warm-up and socialize around a bonfire or enjoy a delicious bowl of homemade soup in the Day Lodge for $5.00 WHO: Everyone WHEN: Monday, Feb. 8, 2016; 9 am – 3 pm COST: Free for members, trail pass for non-members.

Snowshoe to the Beanstalk Cabin

Pack a snack and join Jim and fellow snowshoers for a 2 to 3 hours snowshoe, to the Beanstalk Cabin approximately 7km. Afterwards...enjoy yummy soup & a bun in the Day Lodge for only $5! WHO: Everyone - all fitness levels welcome! WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016; meet 10 am at the Day Lodge COST: Free for pass holders, day pass of $3.00 for non-passholders

Full Moon Ski/Snowshoe & Appies

Come and Ski or Snowshoe in the light of the moon. Bring an appetizer and join a group to ski or snowshoe, then gather back at the Nordics Lodge to savour the appies! Bring a headlamp, “just in case”... WHO: Everyone welcome! WHEN: Friday, Feb. 19, 2016; meet at 7 pm at the Day Lodge COST: Free for members, trail pass for non-members

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2016 marks the 50th year the British Columbia Snowmobile Federation (BCSF) has been representing snowmobiling in the province. To celebrate this milestone, the BCSF organized a snowmobile trip from Kamloops to ride the Gold Rush Snowmobile Trail through the South Cariboo to Wells and Barkerville. Around two dozen riders will be leaving Kamloops on Jan. 31 and the Kamloops Snowmobile Club will guide them to Moose Lake, which is southeast of 70 Mile House. From there, members of the Green Lake Snowmobile Club (GLSC) will guide them along its trails to the clubhouse, where they will be guests of honour at a dinner provided by the club members. The BCSF riders will overnight at the Wind and Pillows B&B and

Little Horse Lodge on Green Lake, and after a breakfast on Feb. 1, GLSC members will guide them to 70 Mile House, where they will begin their ride on the Gold Rush Snowmobile Trail. The GLSC will guide them north from 70 Mile House and 100 Mile Snowmobile Club spokesman Steve Law says club members will meet them somewhere along the trail and guide them to their clubhouse for lunch. “Then we will guide them to the 108 Mile Golf Resort where they will be spending the night. On Tuesday morning (Feb. 2), club members will be guiding them to Horsefly.” The Williams Lake Powder Kings will meet them in Horsefly and lead the riders to Likely were they will overnight. On Feb. 3, the Powder Kings will lead them out to meet the Wells and Quesnel snowmobile clubs and then head into Wells and Barkerville. Feb. 4-5 will be play days for the BCSF riders who will be joined by the Prince George Snowmobile Club riders. The BCSF riders will retrace their tracks starting on Feb. 6 and arrive in Kamloops on Feb. 8.

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Lori Cleave, left, and Holly Johnson, Grad Committee chair, are urging area residents to drop into Western Financial Group at 205 Birch Ave. in 100 Mile House to pick up a $5 Grad Raffle ticket for the Peter Skene Ogden Secondary Class of 2016 dry grad. The ticket will be drawn at the annual Grad/Teachers Hockey Game tonight (Jan. 28) at the arena, starting at 6:30 p.m.

Community arts festival funding available Community-based arts and cultural organizations in British Columbia can apply now for project assistance funding from the BC Arts Council to help produce local arts festivals. Awards under this program are intended to assist with the fees paid to professional artists and technicians engaged for the event. Eligible projects may include presentations of original work, existing

Celebrate Your Special Day at the 108 Mile Ranch Community Centre From 80 people to 200, we have two halls to choose from! Inquiries & bookings, 250-791-6736 For info or photos go to: www.108ranch.com/ communityhall.html

repertoire or exhibitions, or exploration of diverse work. Festivals may feature a combination of local and touring artists. Awards will provide up to a maximum of $7,500. Priority will be given to festivals that engage B.C. and Canadian

artists. The application deadline is Jan. 30, and because this date falls on a weekend, applications must be postmarked no later than Feb. 1. For more information and eligibility criteria, visit: www.bcarts council.ca.

“Angels laid her away...” The Howard/Shaver family does not yet know the names of the angels who came to its aid in the aftermath of the horrible accident of Dec. 23, 2015 which claimed the life of its matriarch and injured her prince consort. But to all who did, as a caring individual and/or member of 100 Mile Search and Rescue, RCMP, BC Ambulance Service, 100 Mile District Hospital, and Royal Inland Hospital we offer our heartfelt thanks for your heroic efforts. To our friends throughout the community whose words of consolation have sustained us “Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!” Ron, Jane, Joe, Jordan, Jesse, Connor, Matei, Georgia, Abigail

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Scrutineers for and against the question must be appointed if applications are received from persons who wish to volunteer for the positions. Only persons entitled to vote as electors on the question shown above are entitled to act as scrutineers. If sufficient applications are received, one scrutineer for and one scrutineer against the question will be appointed for each voting opportunity. One scrutineer for the question and one scrutineer against the question will also be appointed to be present at the determination of the official results and, if necessary, at a judicial recount.

Application forms are available at the Cariboo Regional District, Unit 3 – 170 Cedar Avenue, 100 Mile House, BC, V0K 2E0, and online at www.cariboord.ca Interested persons can obtain information on the requirements and procedures for making an application by contacting the following persons at the Cariboo Regional District office: Alice Johnston, Chief Election Officer, ajohnston@cariboord.ca Lore Schick, Deputy Chief Election Officer, lschick@cariboord.ca Phone: 250-392-3351 or 1-800-665-1636 Alice Johnston Chief Election Officer

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Reading recipes good for literacy By Kimberly Vance-Lundsbye It has been a tasty year of food adventures in 100 Mile House. The International Cooking Series offered through CaribooChilcotin Partners for Literacy’s (CCPL) Immigrant Settlement Services Program included Filipino, German, Indian, Swedish, and Swiss teachers sharing their favourite recipes from their home countries. We had folks from all over the South Cariboo and beyond come out to chop, stir, sauté and fry. A few lucky people even got the chance to mill their own flour. Reading and understanding recipes is one of those little ways many people practise their literacy skills each day. The classic cookbook may have been replaced by a computer in some households, but they both have one very important thing in common: letters, words,

try at home. Kiran may be a dentist by profession but she impressed with her culinary skills. Reach a Reader and share this recipe with a friend or try it yourself for a healthy vegetarian meal. Rajma (red kidney beans) curry This was translated by Kiran Heda from a family recipe.

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Kiran Heda treated the cooking class members to a lovely curry during the International Cooking Series offered by Cariboo-Chilcotin Partners for Literacy’s Immigrant Settlement Services program in June.

numbers and punctuation. They come together and are organized in our minds, so we can bake the perfect loaf of bread or find a new way to use up all the zucchini from the garden. Using recipes is also a fun and interactive way to learn a second language and we had many people come to the cooking classes who speak English as a second or even third

language. A wealth of knowledge and techniques from around the world were shared and cross-cultural friendships were made. To say the Indian cooking class in June was very popular is an understatement. More than 40 people attended, and although it was so crowded, it was impossible to be handson with each dish; participants all left with Kiran Heda’s recipes to

Ingredients (To be cooked with Rajma) 1 cup red kidney beans 2 Tbsp. split red lentil (Chana Dal) 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 2 tsp. green chilies (optional) 1 tsp. grated ginger 2 tsp. grated garlic 2 cinnamon sticks 2 cloves 2 pods cardamom Ingredients for curry 2 Tbsp. Canola oil 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 cup tomato puree 1 tsp. red chili powder 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder

1 tsp. coriander powder 1 tsp. cumin powder 1/4 tsp. garam masala 1/4 cup yogurt 1/4 cup milk cream Salt to taste 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro Procedure Soak red kidney beans for 7-8 hours in water. Drain water and add all the ingredients “to be cooked” with Rajma and add 3 cups water. Cook Rajma on low flame for 30 minutes. For curry, heat the oil in pan and add chopped onions and sauté. Then add tomato puree, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder and garam masala and sauté for three to five minutes or until excess oil appears on the borders. Then add yogurt and milk cream and mix everything. Add all of cooked Rajma into the curry and cook for three to four minutes. Garnish with cilantro and enjoy. Kimberly VanceLundsbye is the CCPL Immigrant Settlement Services co-ordinator.

Why I am a volunteer

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Seeing my students learn, masWhen I was younger, I used to ter and teach their peers makes set up school in my playroom, me so proud. I know that the teaching my dolls and sometimes work is hard but they are proud my reluctant little sister. of their achievements and I cheer My love of learning began early, every victory, support every setdevouring books about back, and am always there exotic animals and natuwith a hand extended to ral wonders. Like every help a student who is little girl, I wanted to be a ready to try again. vet, and I wanted to learn Volunteering brings all about the animals and a lot of similar feelthe places they lived. ings to mind. Working From this I developed with adult learners is so AMY a love of gaining new rewarding. ROCHON knowledge, and each new They come in not fact that I shared at the knowing their own abilidinner table filled me with pride ties or goals, afraid to try one more and happiness. I loved to learn time, and through hard work they new things and share what I knew, learn confidence and new skills. so other people could also know. I have always been good at Since those days, I have gone science and technology, and help on to be a middle school teacher. people learn that. The subject area is something I have met people three times I know and enjoy, and I try to my age begin their learning scared share that with my students. that a computer might break from

a wrong touch, and grow to confidently send e-mails, edit pictures, find people on forums who share their own passions, and share these new skills and experiences with others. Seeing the growth and pride of these learners brings me pride too, knowing that I am helping to share the knowledge and the happiness to the world. Everyone has something they can share. Your passion might be computers like mine, or sewing, cooking, board games, hunting, fishing, photography, writing or anything. There is someone out there who wants to learn the skills you know, wants to join you in your love. Go! Volunteer! I can promise you good feelings, good friends, and you might learn a thing or two as well. Amy Rochon is a volunteer for the Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy.

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Family Literacy Week Many benefits come from learning about computers

By Lory Rochon If you are a senior, you might be thinking it’s time to get a computer, tablet or smart phone. New electronics can be exciting. But, did you know that using a computer (and other forms of technology) can also provide positive health benefits? Today’s technology keeps seniors engaged and connected, mentally active, and physically safe – making it increasingly important for all seniors to join the age of technology. Technology can help with brain health; an active brain

stays sharp and healthy family using a computer. longer. They can use e-mail, With a computer, Skype, Facebook and tablet or iPad, seniors other social media sites can play games, look to stay in touch with at photos, listhose they love ten to music, – in real time. read books and Through social newspapers, or media, new learn a brand friends can be new language. found who have Keeping your similar interests, mind busy and hobbies, or hislearning new tories. LORY skills exercises Staying conROCHON your brain, nected with which studies show others helps fight can delay the onset of depression and keeps many brain disorders, seniors from feeling isosuch as dementia or lated and bored. Alzheimer’s. There are also many Seniors can also easily free and low-cost proconnect to friends and grams that help seniors

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By Fred Curtis the class doing their own recipes, we My neighbours asked me where I learned new eating experiences. was going on Monday mornings for The Learning Café also served the last year, and I told them I was everyone coffee and snacks, which was trying to keep up with the times, always welcome and gave us a chance so I was going to the Community to mingle with the rest of the group. Learning Café for computer classes. We all were in there to learn PC I explained that anything that language so we could write, e-mail, would help me with using my mem- or Facebook to our heart’s content. I ory would be a good thing know I will miss this learning and I have enjoyed the time experience if it stops operatspent there immensely. I have ing as the times are changing not had a day at the Learning so fast, that we older folks Café that I didn’t learn somewill be left behind. As it is, thing new. I can now e-mail my grandThis has helped me so children, great grandchildren, much that I can’t wait for and friends and even do busiMonday mornings to roll ness on the net! FRED around. Even the younger generaCURTIS The others in the classes are tion individuals that come to also very helpful as some have other the classes have been a pleasure to computers like Macintosh, or differ- meet and see how they have improved ent Windows – 8, 8.3 or 10. their skills with the PC. All the tutors have been excellent I thank everyone at the Learning in getting some of the exercises and Café for everything like spell-check, projects moving in the right direc- format, dictionary look-up and cut, tion. My first try at doing a project is copy and paste. I can now use my the community cook book. home computer for everything. Just typing and entering our recipes Fred Curtis is a Lac la Hache resiwas fun, and with all the others in dent.

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keep their independence longer and allow for a better quality of life. Computers can connect wirelessly to your hearing aids, allowing you to listen and watch programs with your family at a volume that is comfortable for everyone. There are other programs that can monitor your health, remind you when to take medication, and even track nutritional needs. Finally, there are programs with GPS, so you can be found if you become lost as well as other programs to alert police and fire departments if there is an emergency. If you find you are

overwhelmed by the choices at the store or are worried that learning new technology will be too hard, Cariboo Chilcotin Partners for Literacy (CCPL) offers a free, weekly, Community Learning Café where you can learn at your own pace – with others just like you! The Café has computers that are free for you to use and tutors able to answer your questions. So, come for a snack, make new friends, and learn some new skills! Learning Cafés run every Monday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at #1- 475 South Birch Ave. (downstairs – Fifth Street and Birch Avenue). Drop in and see what’s

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WATCH LAKE q The Watch Lake-North Green Lake Volunteer Fire Department annual general meeting will be held at the Watch Lake Community Hall on Feb. 6, starting at 1 p.m. Full-time and seasonal residents would be most welcomed. 100 MILE q The 100 Mile and District Stamp Club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, 1-2:30 p.m., in the 100 Mile House Branch Library meeting room. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experts. Information: Glenna (250-395-3661). 100 MILE q The Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre Early Years Program is accepting donations of nonperishable food items for the emergency food cupboard, including infant food and formula, baby wipes and diapers, infant clothes and winter wear, as well as maternity wear. Donations accepted Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: 250-3955155. 100 MILE q The 100 Mile District General Hospital Auxiliary’s Gift Shop in the lobby is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., but is closed for lunch noon-1 p.m. Information: Ruth (250395-1163 or e-mail w.i._Ruth@telus.net). 100 MILE q Parent information sessions are held the first Wednesday of the month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre. Guest speakers present topics of interest to expectant mothers and families with infant children. Information: 250-395-5155.

100 MILE q The Cariboo Artists’ Guild meets the first Tuesday of each month, downstairs at Parkside Art Gallery, beginning at noon. We are an informal group of aspiring and accomplished artists who exchange ideas and promote art. Information: Sharon (250-706-0111), Kathy (250-395-3725), or website www.gobc.ca/ caribooartistsguild. INTERLAKES q The Interlakes Lions meet every first and third Monday at the Interlakes Community Centre.

Information: call Harry at 250-395-0877. 100 MILE q If you would like to be a volunteer for the residents of the Mill Site Lodge/Fischer Place care homes, please join our auxiliary. Our meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the Mill Site boardroom. Information: Dona Andrews (250-3954263). 100 MILE q The La Leche League (breastfeeding support group) meets the first Thursday

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FOREST GROVE q A non-denominational church service is held at the Forest Grove Legion on

Sundays at 7 p.m. LAC LA HACHE q Lac la Hache Pioneer Centre (OAPO #176) has a meeting the first Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m.; you must be 40+ years to be a member and there’s a $12 annual activity fee. Activities open to all:

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Monday: Square and round dancing at 1:30 p.m. Thursday: TOPS at 8:30 a.m. Friday: mixed pool and cards at 1 p.m. Every fourth Sunday is bluegrass jam sessions at 1 p.m., call Cal at 250-3964989. Information: Wendy (250-706-9937) or Frances (250-3964169).

100 MILE q Cariboo Calico Quilters meet at the Creekside Seniors Activity Centre on Monday nights, 6:30-9 p.m. (except holidays), and Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Information: Jan Kidston (250-791-5247) or Gail Moseley (250456-7528).

Obituaries COLLENS

Robert Stanley Rob’s journey here, ended peacefully on January 24th 2016. He was born November 11th, 1951 in Flin Flon, Manitoba but spent most of his life in B.C. Rob loved hunting and fishing, he called the Cariboo “Gods Country”. He is survived by his loving family; wife Diane, sons Bob (Shanda) and Joe (Kelley), grandsons Emmett and Tyler, granddaughters Madison and Autumn, mother June, brother Lee (Shirl) and sisters; Janet (Bill), Carol and Joy (Wayne). Rob was predeceased by his father Milton and his sister Marie. Many thanks to all the family and friends who made Rob’s passing easier. Special thanks to Dr. Lubbe and the staff at Fischer Place. A Memorial Service will be held this Saturday, January 30th at 1:00pm at the 108 Mile Community Hall (4924 Telqua Drive, 108 Mile Ranch, B.C.) In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the South Cariboo Health Foundation through the 100 Mile Hospital Bag 399. 100 Mile Funeral Service Ltd. entrusted with the arrangements 250-395-3243. Condolences can be sent to the family care of 100milefuneralservice@gmail.com

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of the month at the Cariboo Family Enrichment Centre at 10 a.m. There is no charge. Information: Kristi (250-396-7403) or Kris (250-945-4668).

I heard your voice in the wind today and I turned to see your face; The warmth of the wind caressed me as I stood silently in place. I felt your touch in the sun today as its warmth filled the sky; I closed my eyes for your embrace and my spirit soared high. I saw your eyes in the window pane as I watched the falling rain; It seemed as each raindrop fell it quietly said your name. I held you close in my heart today it made me feel complete; You may have died ...but you are not gone you will always be a part of me. As long as the sun shines... the wind blows... the rain falls... You will live on inside of me forever for that is all my heart knows.

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Georgia Helen It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Georgia Helen Howard. She leaves to mourn her husband of 45 years, Ronald, children Jane (Joe) Shaver, Jordan (Jesse) Howard, grandchildren Connor, Matei, Georgia, and Abigail, brothers Harvey (Mary) Voth, Rodney (Priscilla) Voth, Lee (Micki) Voth, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Larry and Priscilla Larsen as well a numerous nieces and nephews. Georgia is predeceased by her parents, George and Nettie Voth, and brother Meno Voth. Georgia was born in Altona Manitoba and moved with the family to Vanderhoof as a preschooler. She had her early education in a one room school house there and went to MEI in Clearbrook for her high school. Following grade 13 she moved to Prince George where she not only started her banking career but met the man whom she would love and be loved by for 45 years. Married on June 27, 1970, Ron and Georgia soon moved to Vancouver Island where their family was assembled, first with the birth of Jane in 1973 and then Jordan in 1975, achieving gender balance a full 40 years before the federal cabinet! In 1978 the family moved to the lower mainland where Georgia joined the Royal Bank for whom she cheerfully toiled for the next 33 years. Moving to 100 Mile in 1985 she was welcomed into a new RBC family from which she developed many fast friendships among her co-workers, clients, and shop owners along Birch Avenue. While in 100 Mile also, Georgia became highly respected as a quilter with a keen eye for colour and design. She served on the local arts council, various school parent groups and with the hospice society. In 2012 retirement took Ron and Georgia to Vancouver. Georgia loved the city: exploring its neighbourhoods and shops, enjoying its cultural offerings and finding two new quilting groups in which to develop her creative side. From Vancouver Ron and Georgia were able to travel extensively in their all-too-short retirement. During this time they also made numerous trips to 100 Mile. It is both poignant and significant that at the time of her death Georgia was again making the journey back home to 100 Mile to spend Christmas with her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice or go do something nice with your grandchildren. Georgia’s favourite charities are BC Children’s Hospital and Union Gospel Mission. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Friends celebrate Sandra Ellis’ special birthday FOREST GROVE

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On Jan. 2, friends started gathering at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #261-Forest Grove in time for the weekly meat draw, but also to celebrate a 50th birthday party secretly organized by Carl Ellis for his wife, Sandra.

As they walked through the door, more than 20 people greeted them with applause and shouts of “happy birthday” from a number of tables decorated with colourful balloons. Hugs and heart-felt good wishes, together with a number of cards were exchanged. The atmosphere was cheerful and fun, with everybody happily visiting and chatting. Just after 6 p.m., a

beautiful and delicious whipped cream fruit cake with candles was presented to Sandra at the head of the table, which was cut and shared with everyone. Valentine’s Day dinner dance The Forest Grove & District Recreation Society invites everybody to take in its second annual Dinner & Dance event at the Community Hall (4489 Eagle Creek Rd.)

on Feb. 13. The Two Sisters will cater dinner – chicken cordon bleu, roasted herb potatoes, a fresh vegetable medley, Caesar salad and garlic toast, followed by pastries and squares. Tickets are $25 per person, which must be pre-purchased by Feb. 10 from the Forest Grove Legion or the Forest Grove Hardware and Building Supplies Store, or by contacting Wendy

Clarke at 250-706-4177. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner being served at 6; there will be a cash bar and door prizes. Live band Riding Shotgun will start playing at 7:30 p.m. From 8:30 p.m., anyone wanting to dance the night away will be admitted for $5. All proceeds will go toward the community hall roof fund. Curling news The Forest Grove

’94 Lions are still organizing four games a week – two played on Wednesday evening and two on Friday at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in watching is most welcome. The Lions will also be hosting a funspiel on Feb. 20 and interested curlers and teams should contact Romy Babuin at 250397-2437 who will also be happy to answer any questions.

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100 Mile Hospice offering painting workshops

A very exciting evening is happening in 100 Mile House on Feb. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m., says 100 Mile District Hospice and Palliative Care Society secretary Caroline Sharpe.

The Butterfly Brushes Paint Event, sponsored by the local Hospice Society, will be held at The Bicycle Tree Eatery & Espresso Bar in the Cariboo Mall. Well-known Lac la Hache artist and art teacher Bobbi Crane will be the instructor and absolutely no previous experience is necessary, Sharpe adds. “For a cost of $30, all supplies will be provided (including pretty handmade aprons) and it is guaranteed you will have fun and go home with a masterpiece to hang on your wall.” Space is limited to 20 participants and already many spaces have been filled just by word-of-

Equipment failure source of power outage Thousands of South Cariboo residents were without power for close to two hours because of equipment failure at a main substation on Jan. 26. According to a BC Hydro spokesperson, a piece of equipment failed within the 100 Mile House substation at 2:57 p.m., taking down five feeders out of the station. A total of 10,336 customers were impacted from the Lac la Hache area to areas south of 100 Mile House. All five of the feeders were repaired and power was restored to all the customers affected between 4:34 p.m. and 4:56 p.m.

Dementia-friendly actions

Here are some tips to help when people are connecting with a person living with dementia: • Patience is key for dementia-friendliness. • Use respectful language. People living with dementia are not “sufferers” or “patients.” • Address the person with dementia, rather than those around them, when talking about their experience living with the disease. • Connect, don’t correct. Respond to feelings being shared. • Use precise language when describing actions or tasks. • Give directions slowly and clearly. • Focus on a person’s strengths and share tasks with them, like washing dishes or helping them to order at a coffee shop or restaurant. • Become educated on dementia and on how to help, by visiting www.alzheimerbc.org.

mouth spreading in the community, she notes. To register, contact Agnes at 250-395-6127. If folks miss this event, Sharpe says there

will be a workshop in April with instructor Joanne Young. Time, date and venue will be announced, and more will be held throughout

the year. “This type of enjoyable activity has become popular recently in major centres like Vancouver and Calgary,

so we are glad to be able to offer one locally. If anyone is interested in becoming a Hospice volunteer, there will be another training session

in March and April. It will be advertised closer to the dates, but for further information, contact the Hospice office at 250-395-3358.

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Brenda Kyllo Rob & Diane Grantham Margaret Mobbs Judy & Jon McCormick Larry & Ann Pinkney Adriana Thomas Velma Malmberg Thibeault Welding Norman & Jeanne McCartney Dorothy Verboom Debbie & Grant Hancock South Cariboo Lioness Club Joan Eisiminger Nancy & Ken Melville Nicolwood Medical Services Joe & Elsie Komori Rim Rock Ventures Weston Water Wells Ltd. Joyce Bueckert 108 Lions Club Ray & Wendy Bueckert Doreen Eccles Brenda & Dennis Pedersen Audrey & Ron Law Ralph Warner Chartreuse Moose Helen Morrow Ursula & Martin Scherrer Donna Barnett 100 Mile Lions Club Stan & Sharon Nekrash Megan & Shane Gunn Cariboo Bonanza Resort Brenda Devine Deb Smith Debra Hollowell Roger & Marcia Stratton Sally-Beth Gimse Mark & Kathleen Waldron Karen Weightman Johann & Patricia Erickson South Cariboo Truckers Barbara & Ken Clark Barb Thurston Pat Scorse Ron Thurston Deborah & Tom Turner Christine Kilpatrick Brian & Agnes Werth Jim & Jeanette Gellein Bill & Sylvia Marshall Judy Alexander Pat Conway Genevieve Jensen Terry Larum & Dale Langford Marie Monette Dorothy & John Perkin Century Hardware Chris & Val Nickless Barrie & Sian Sime Harry Bishop Mary Shennum Bonnie Samson Stephen Pellizzari PMT Chartered Accountants Edith Strache Exquisite Florals & Gifts Margaret Booth Bill Bjornson Bridget McMurtrie Janet & Allan Boyd Sherry Scherk Shirley Gibson-Bull Gillian Montgomery William & Helena Versluis Ted & Jane Fearnley Bonnie L’Heureux Georgina Slate William & Helena L’Heureux Henry Venema Dean & Brenda McNeil Sadie Webster Paula Uebele Gordon Odian

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Canada? What country was hit by a massive tsunami in 2011? What bridge connects Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick? These were a few of the questions 100 Mile House Elementary School students tackled at the 2016 Great Canadian Geography Challenge on Jan. 21. Teachers tallied correct answers while finalists from Grade 7 and Grades 4-6 went head-to-head answering geographyrelated questions in the school gymnasium. Both groups were tightly contested and the Grade 7 group needed tie-breaker questions. Wrenn Yano was the overall winner in the Grade 7 group and Grade 6 student Kylie Paddison was the overall winner in the Grades 4-6 group. John Jordaan won gold in the Grade 7 class; Morgan Wood won silver; and Emma Watson and Brayden Meyer-Brundage tied for bronze. In the Grades 4-6 group, Nolan Ritchey (Grade 5) won gold; Ethan Mori (Grade 4) won silver; Ryan Scorse (Grade 5) and Kennedy Kolisnyk (Grade 6) tied for bronze.

Grade 6 student Kylie Paddison, left, and Grade 7 student Wrenn Yano were the overall winners in their respective classes at the 2016 Great Canadian Geography Challenge at 100 Mile House Elementary School on Jan. 21. Gaven Crites photos

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At Deka Lake & District Volunteer Fire Department (DL&DVFD) Ladies Auxiliary’s Jan. 13 meeting, the welcoming committee reported it visited eight new residents in 2015. The committee particularly appreciates Cheryl Chamberlain who provided cookies, and Ruth Allan who provided relish to all the newcomers. The Ladies Auxiliary needs a new vice-president and secretary to take over after the annual general meeting in May. Anyone who would consider either

position is asked to contact this writer at their earliest convenience.

New society The Interlakes Volunteer Fire Department (IVFD) Society, a fund-raising and community-response wing of IVFD, has now been formed. Membership is $2 per year and any resident of IVFD’s fire protection area is welcome. The executive include president Hazel Smith (250-593-0166), vicepresident Doreen Wishart, secretary Angie De Bruyn and treasurer Gyl Connaty. One thing the society will be considering is signage for all three fire halls, now called by number only – #1 (West), #2 (Central) and #3 (East). Meetings will be held three/four times a year; the next one will be around the end of March at Fire Hall #1.

Guest artist Sheridan Lake’s Sher Neal is guest artiste at Bridge Lake Library’s Community Showcase for the month of February. She has been doing cross-stitch for 40 years and tends to specialize in 18 count, which is very fine work. She will display a piece, entitled Freedom, together with a detailed explanation of the work, and some smaller pieces. Celebration Happy 77th birthday to Walter Levick on Jan. 29, and birthday wishes go to Amber Parker for her 21st on Feb. 1.

Calendar Call the writer for contact numbers. • Kids Space meets after school until 5:30 p.m., Jan. 29 at Interlakes Community Centre (ICC). • Movie at ICC at 3

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At 7 p.m. on Jan. 13, the power went out at 70 Mile House. Reports received state a truck on Highway 97 swerved to avoid a deer at Big Bar. He was not successful, and the driver of the truck then lost control and hit a power pole. This resulted in a

power failure from 70 Mile House to Ashcroft.

14 drew a small group due to the heavy snow.

Community Club The 70 Mile Community Club will hold a meeting at the 70 Mile Community Hall on Jan. 30 at 2 p.m. All residents are invited to attend.

Poker tourney The next poker tournament will be held on Feb. 13 at Pattie’s poker palace, 2489 North Bonaparte Rd.

Bingo The next 70 Mile House Volunteer Fire Department (70MH VFD) bingo night will be held at the Seventy Mile Access Centre (SMAC) on Jan. 28. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and play starts at 6:30. The last bingo on Jan.

Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and play starts at noon. To register, call Elaine at 250-706-8491.

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Firefighter news There will be a meeting of the 70 Mile House Volunteer Firefighters Association at the fire hall on Willow Road on

SMAC news The next SMAC meeting will be held Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. at the

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Many 100 Mile House area residents made one of their most important New Year’s resolutions ever. They’re becoming Dementia Friends, committing to learning a little bit about dementia so they can be supportive and inclusive toward people with the illness, which has become one of the country’s most pressing health issues. Statistics suggest three out of four area residents know someone living with dementia. “People affected by dementia continue to live in, and be a part of, our communities, and we can support them to stay connected in ways that are meaningful for them,” says Tara Hildebrand, regional education & support co-ordinator for the non-profit Alzheimer Society of B.C. (ASBC) for 100 Mile House and the Central Interior. The Dementia Friend campaign is the cornerstone of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, which runs until the end of January.

Becoming a Dementia Friend is easy, says Hildebrand. The process starts by signing up at DementiaFriends.ca. The next step is to understand five simple things about dementia: • It is not a natural part of aging. • It is not just about losing your memory. Dementia can affect thinking, communicating and doing everyday activities. • It is possible to live well with dementia. • There is more to a person than a diagnosis of dementia. • The ASBC’s Central Interior branch is here to help 100 Mile House area residents with dementia and their care partners. That knowledge can easily translate into action at home and work, Hildebrand adds. The ASBC has supported people living with dementia for 35 years. One of its initiatives, First Link®, connects people affected by dementia with information, society support services and programs, such as Minds in Motion® and dementia education sessions at any stage of the journey. Residents can find out about upcoming education sessions by contacting Leanne Hildebrand at 250377-8200 (toll-free 1-800-886-6946) orthildebrand@alzheimerbc.org, and visiting www.alzheimerbc.org.

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Fraser River Chevrolet, Quesnel BC is currently looking to fill the following full time position:

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Therapy Groups

AL-ANON - Does someone’s drinking bother you? Meet with others who feel the same. Meet Thursdays, 7 pm at the Health Centre at the back of the Hospital. Contact 250-3954646

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Mondays 2-4 pm at the Friendship Centre behind St. Timothy’s. For more information call Terri at 250-644-3325.

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We are currently hiring a part time maintenance worker for an apartment building. $15 Per Hour To Start. Wage negotiable depending on qualifications.. To Apply Please Call Penny:250-395-0809 Or E-mail kellypenny2 @gmail.com

District of 100 Mile House JOB OPPORTUNITY: MECHANIC The District of 100 Mile House is recruiting a qualified mechanic responsible for the repair and maintenance of municipal vehicles and equipment to join the Community Services team.

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The successful applicant will be required to work a regularly scheduled shift and will report to the Director of Engineering and Community Services and the Public Works Foreman. Essential qualifications are min 3 yrs related experience; BC Heavy Duty Mechanic Trades Qualifications (or Inter-Provincial Certificate); BC Automotive Service Technician Trades Qualifications (or InterProvincial Certificate); BC Inspector’s Authorization Number for Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program; and Gas Safety Branch Licencing Program Certificate. The successful applicant must possess a vaild class3 Drivers licence, with air brakes endorsement; provide own hand tools; good working knowledge of welding and metal fabrication equipment; ability to deal effectively with co-workes and the public; and able to work independently to accomplish assignments. Please see full details posted on the district’s web site www.100milehouse.com We thank all applicants for applying; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Resumes can be dropped off at 385 Birch Ave., 100 Mile House. Applications will be received by the undersigned up to and including February 4th, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. Phillip Strain, Director of Engineering at 250-706-8440

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In Memoriam Gifts

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Misc. Wanted

Townhouses

Apt/Condo for Rent

Memorial Donations

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meetings in 100 Mile area:

The Canadian Cancer Society appreciates your generous support. Send the name of the deceased, name/address of next of kin and name/address of donor for tax receipt (VISA/ MC accepted) to: Canadian Cancer Society, 1100 Alward St. Prince George, B.C. V2M 7B1 or Ph: 1-800-811-5664. OR 565 10th Ave. W. Vancouver, B.C. V5Z 4J4 Ph: 1-800-663-2524 Memorial donations to the 100 Mile House General District Hospital Auxiliary can be sent to: Box 851, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0. Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association can be sent to: 1589 Sutherland Ave. Kelowna, BC V1Y 5Y7 Memorial donations to the 100 Mile District Hospice Palliative Care Society can be sent to: Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0 Memorial donations to the 100 Mile House SPCA can be sent to: Box 1948, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0. Memorial donations to Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children can be sent to: 3550 Waybourne Way, Burnaby, B.C. V5G 3K9. Memorial donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon can be sent to: 1212 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 3V2 The South Cariboo Health Foundation welcomes memorial gifts in support of our local Acute and Residential Health Care facilities, as well as, Community Health projects and activities. Mail donations to: S.C. Health Foundation, Bag 399, 100 Mile House, B.C. V0K 2E0 or drop them off at the hospital. Donations can be made to the Gideons by phoning 1-888-482-4253, using your credit card. The Gideons will send a card to the bereaved, so have their address handy. For funeral display or other information, contact Pete Penner at 250-791-6302 Donations may be sent to 100 Mile House Mural Society, 6221 Aalton Rd., 100 Mile House B.C. V0K 2E3 •

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Sunday: 7:30 pm

Health Centre (behind hospital) 555 Cedar Avenue

Monday: 12 noon 61 Dogwood Avenue Tuesday: 8 pm United Church

43 Dogwood Avenue Thursday: 7:30 pm

108 Mile Community Centre

4924 Telqua Drive (rear entrance) Friday: 7:00 pm Community Church at

4855 Timothy Lake Road Lac La Hache. This is an “Open” meeting, anyone who is struggling with Alcohol or wanting to support those struggling are welcome to attend. For more information call: 250-395-4646 250-395-6154 250-644-6524 250-706-7266 250-791-5286

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Women’s Centre (102 Bridge Creek Centre, Birch Avenue). The 25 unit project has 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom units. Applicants must provide income and asset information and verification upon application. This project is sponsored by the Canadian Mental Health Association - South Cariboo Branch and British Columbia Housing and Management Commission. For inquiries please call 250-395-4883.

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BC Housing is now accepting applications for housing from persons 55 years and older as well as disabled persons 19 years of age and older. Eligible tenants pay 30% of gross monthly income for rent. For applications contact: 250-395-4743 or 1-800-834-7149 100 MILE 3 bdrm in town. â&#x20AC;&#x153;New Renos - Pristineâ&#x20AC;? Spacious, Full Basement, W/D hookups, gas/elec not incl. No pets. $850/mo. 250-706-3131

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international resident arrivals were slower, international tourism demand climbed to more than 400,000 people by October, due mainly to United States visitors taking advantage of a lower Canadian dollar.

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or in writing at:1425 Hugh Allan Dr. Kamloops, BC, V1S-1J3 or faxed to (250) 828-2183 or email at clark@intpac.ca This FSP amendment will be submitted for approval no sooner than February 19, 2016. While comments are encouraged to be submitted within this 30-day timeframe, discussions are welcome throughout the year.

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A Special Occasion Licence (SOL) is required for anyone planning to sell liquor at any location that is not licensed or anyone planning to serve or sell liquor in a public space. For more information about Special Occasion Licences, visit the BC Liquor Control and Licensing Branch website at http://www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/lclb/apply/special/index.htm or call 1-866-209-2111. The Cariboo Regional District Board is required, by regulation, to consider all requests for Public Function Special Occasion Licences. All applications, approvals and monitoring for SOL must be done online at www.solo.bcldb.com. This site will provide 24/7 access for all applicants. Please note approval from all property owners or operators of the facility where the planned event is taking place must be obtained prior to submitting your application online. Bernice Crowe Human Resources Advisor Cariboo Regional District 180D North Third Avenue Williams Lake, BC V2G 2A4

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