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Monica Lamb-Yorski Staff Writer Williams Lake Indian Band Councillor Rick Gilbert hopes his idea for the region’s first multicultural powwow will become an annual event. “We have a lot of events at Sugar Cane but rarely invite
other people,” Gilbert told city council during its regular meeting Tuesday as he shared information about the event planned for June. “Just like this is my first time at city hall I bet there are people in Williams Lake who have lived here all their lives and never set foot on a reserve.” Gilbert and his planning com-
mittee have tentatively set a date for the event to take place the weekend of June 11 and 12 at the powwow grounds at Sugar Cane. Ethnic groups will be encouraged to participate, sharing food, dancing, songs, art and traditions. Similar to the powwows, there will be a grand entrance with
people carrying flags as they do in the Olympics. Throughout the weekend various activities will unfold on the stage such as fiddling, bagpipes, even Russian dancers, he envisions. See FIRST Page A3
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Suspects sought in violent attacks Angie Mindus Staff Writer
in the 4000 block of Mackenzie Avenue. The victims reported that the suspect entered the home wielding a hammer and asked if there were any guns inside before demanding electronics. As police were en route the suspect fled the scene on a red BMX bicycle stolen from the victim’s home, which was later found a block away by police, however, no suspects were located.
Williams Lake RCMP are warning lakecity residents to be cautious after a couple with a one-year-old child had to fend off an armed intruder in their home Wednesday. “It’s very concerning,” said Staff Sgt. Del Byron of the incident, which occurred at 10:48 a.m. “We want the public to be aware and vigilant about their surroundings, their safety and the security of their homes.” Byron said police were called by the baby’s mother as her partner fought off the suspect at their home
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day evening. The 30 year old was walking her dog on Second Avenue in front of the Child Development Centre daycare at about 6:30 p.m. when she was struck in the back of the head by a suspect using a pipe which caused her to fall down. After she fell she said the suspect then kicked her and her Chihuahua in the head before fleeing the scene. “When he kicked my dog I was terrified he was going to hurt her — she’s just little,” the victim told the Tribune Thursday. The woman, still shaken the next day, said in the heat of the moment she was unable to get much of a description of her at-
tacker. “All I could see was a big flash of white when he hit the back of my head, then I fell and hit my forehead again,” she said. The victim is urging other women not to walk with earbuds in as she did, making her unable to hear the attack coming from behind. Williams Lake RCMP Staff Sgt. Del Byron is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in this crime. The suspect is described as wearing a black top with blue sweat pants or jeans and skater shoes riding a bicycle with black handle bars with no grips.
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First Nations community extends welcoming hand the beautifully renovated 120-year-old Catholic church at Sugar Cane that is an option during the weekend. Gilbert received a unanimous endorsement from council and
Continued From Page A1 “There will be no politics and no religion,” Gilbert said, although he noted if anyone attending wants a tour of
a promise of letters of support for any funding applications he submits. So far he’s estimating the weekend will cost $45,000 and said most of it will be covered by grants.
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Coun. Laurie Walters congratulated Gilbert on a “wonderful” proposal, echoed by Coun. Scott Nelson who said it was “inspirational.” Nelson attended a planning meeting for the
event and said there was a good amount of talent around the room. “The whole concept of bringing uniqueness of different cultures together is great,” Nelson said.
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Project aimed at protecting properties presentation to the Cariboo Regional District Board Wednesday. A contractor has been hired to create a model where the fire breaks should be to protect properties and critical infrastructure in the 78 communities in and around 100 Mile House, Quesnel and Williams Lake. “I hope to come back in a couple of months and present in a spacial way where we think we could do some firebreaks,” he told the
Monica Lamb-Yorski Staff Writer A large scale fire landscape management pilot project is underway in the Cariboo-Chilcotin. “It’s a strategic plan that looks across the land base of the Cariboo to put in large scale fuel management breaks into the biozone to protect it,” said Harold Stoler, acting regional manager of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. Stoler was giving a
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Council requests cost-saving report Monica Lamb-Yorski Staff Writer Anyone wondering where the $800,000 a year saved by eliminating eight city jobs in 2015 is going should have an answer soon.
At Tuesday’s regular council meeting when Coun. Sue Zacharias said many citizens are asking her that question, finance chair Coun. Scott Nelson said he’s asked Chief Financial Officer William Wallace
for a report. “We’ve got nothing to hide,” Nelson said of the budget. “We want to provide the public with a wide open set of books.” Zacharias said that restructuring should be bringing the city some
revenue because the he started delving into promise was a savings the books he saw what of $4 million over five he described as a “sad years. history that flowed “People want to know through.” if those cost-saving tar“I was mortified. gets are being met,” she There was $1.4 million said. T:2.81”that was not allocated Nelson said when for four years.”
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Chamber business awards Drum roll please. Well not quite yet. This week the Williams Lake and District Chamber of Commerce announced the business excellence awards nominees. Winners will be announced at the Chamber’s Discover China 2016 Business Excellence Banquet and Awards night on Saturday, March 5. Looking at the list of nominees, it becomes apparent that businesses in Williams Lake have been working hard to improve or deserve accolades for hospitality and tourism, manufacturing, customer service, food services or as a newsmaker. Another category, for chamber members only, is for the Hugo Stahl Memorial Award. Of course only one winner
will be chosen, but even the nominations should be received as a feather in the cap for the nominees. Last week a national union labour union leader, in town for Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett’s announcement on the hydro bill with interest reprieve for mines, praised the Cariboo for its resiliency in tough economic times. Small and large businesses are forced to be hardy too. Like the customers they serve, businesses are forced to weather the storms the economic climate throws at them. Fortunately the chamber takes the time to acknowledge businesses annually. Congratulations and good luck to all the nominees.
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Ranching and the general welfare of animals This week a local veterinary clinic and medical suppliers teamed up to thank their customers (ranchers) for their business. This rancher appreciation night, organized by the Williams Lake Veterinary Clinic, featured a speaker from the University of British Columbia, Dr. Nina von Keyserlingk, who is one of three key people at UBC in the Faculty of Land and Food Systems in the Animal Welfare group. Ranchers were presented with the latest research in the subject of handling, management and housing of cattle. Until recently researchers have concentrated on nutrition and the genetics of production (more is better). While ranchers, when interviewed, certainly care as a whole about the welfare of their
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livestock, a push by retailers of animal products has recently forced industry to pay attention to those aspects of traditional practices, some of which could be damaging to the marketing of their products. Many countries to which our industry might export are becoming increasingly concerned about the care and well being
of the animals being raised and slaughtered for sale. Local consumers are the same. According to Nina Keyserlingk, even though as far back as 1964, a mother raised the issues of how animals in the food system are treated, we still don’t know how much ‘bunkspace’ is needed in feedlots for animals to have comfort (less stress) when being grown and finished for market. Until recently, the research has simply not been done, however, it is now underway. We have learned, thanks to the science, that the younger the better when castrating, dehorning and branding of cattle. Younger animals still feel as much pain, but they heal faster, so less stress. Surgery is better that the lingering discomfort from the use of elastic bands to castrate
calves. Best practices are evolving. The Beef Cattle Code of Practice, which addresses pain management, among other things, is already out of date, but it brought in (as of January, 2016) new rules about the use of pain management. While this code can be read online or a copy can be obtained easily, I recommend talking to your vet about drugs that can be administered to relieve pain on necessary procedures. Dr. Keyserlingk asserts that these are the unavoidable stresses: branding, castration, vaccination, trucking. Avoidable stresses are: poor handling, over-stocking, overuse of prods, not maintaining good animal health, insufficient water, rough handling, allowing unskilled helpers in castrating, and some other issues.
Some of the controversies that are still with us are: age of dehorning, castration, winter calving, how long (if at all) should animals be finished on grain, auctions (this we didn’t get into; must be the stress involved). This has been a short piece on a topical subject which we all face as producers and as consumers. All in all our animals live a good life with lots of food, space, shelter and health care. But we can’t rest on our laurels. Lets get out ahead of the remaining and developing issues. David Zirnhelt is a member of the Cariboo Cattlemen’s Association and chair of the advisory committee for the Applied Sustainable Ranching program which is starting at Thompson Rivers University in Williams Lake this January.
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Protesters fear peace in the forests After 20 years of representing B.C. coastal First Nations to negotiate what U.S.-directed activists labeled the Great Bear Rainforest agreement, a weary Dallas Smith expressed his relief and frustration. At a ceremony to sign the final agreement in Vancouver last week, Smith, president of the Nanwakolas Council of remote Central Coast communities like Bella Bella, joked that he’s finally out of a job. Then he got serious. “My communities still aren’t better places to live yet,” he said. But the land use agreement with the province and forest companies over a vast coastal area up to the Alaska border means the years ahead will be better. He said when he started it was like being caught in a divorce between the B.C. forest industry and international environmental groups. Dutch-based Greenpeace, its California offshoot ForestEthics and others moved on from their Clayoquot Sound battle to the B.C. coast, looking to continue the blockades against logging. “It’s the First Nations of the Coast who stood up and said ‘no, this is how it’s going to work’,” Smith said. How it’s going to work is that logging will continue on 550,000 hectares of coastal forest, with a greater share for First Nations, and with 85 per cent of the region preserved after a century of logging that began with sailing ships. Aside from a few diehards who are either paid to protest or can’t get past issuing demands, B.C. ab-
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original people have grown tired of being used as props in global de-marketing campaigns directed from San Francisco or Amsterdam. The protesters’ tactic of organizing customer boycotts that damage far-away economies might be good for international fundraising, but it’s bad for poor people. Formally begun 10 years ago with $30 million from Ottawa, $30 million from B.C. and $60 million from a group of wealthy U.S. family foundations with a larger antidevelopment agenda, the land use plan remains under attack. Among the many protest outfits is Pacific Wild, which has specialized in Great Bear Rainforest campaigns and now needs a new enemy. Their credibility was demonstrated recently when potty-mouthed U.S. pop star Miley Cyrus decided to speak out against B.C.’s wolf kill. Typical of celebrities, Cyrus had no idea about the struggle to preserve dwindling herds of mountain caribou. She barely knows where B.C. is, a fact made plain when
Pacific Wild toured her around the North Coast, far from the Kootenay and South Peace regions where the wolves in question actually roam. Cyrus’s handlers spoon-fed video and statements to urban media, who were so anxious to exploit her global popularity that they played down the fact she was at the wrong end of the province spouting nonsense. After periodically attacking their own B.C. agreement as inadequate, Greenpeace and ForestEthics have moved on to what they
call the “boreal forest,” which we like to call northern Canada. The same bully tactics with forest products customers and producers have been featured. This time, a Quebec company that signed an accord in 2010 is suing Greenpeace for “defamation, malicious falsehood and intentional interference in economic relations.” Aboriginal companies on the B.C. coast will continue to log, including areas of old-growth forest and secondary growth. They will continue to export logs as econom-
ics dictate. They will continue to harvest animals, including grizzly bears. And, I expect, they will continue to be subjected to attempts to supervise and direct them by members of urban society’s new religion, environmentalism. The leaders of this movement don’t like peace. It’s bad for their business. Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress. ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc
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With the warm temperatures locals such as Lori-Anne Holloway enjoy sitting in the park Tuesday gleaning recipe books for meal ideas.
Hoping for responsible disposal of railroad ties I am in favour of each community taking responsibility of its own garbage and not shipping it off for another community to deal with. I think the same applies to the responsible disposal of railroad ties. What is a reasonable estimate of the number of ties replaced each year in the Williams Lake community? I went to a site in the U.S. and found the following: each mile uses 3,249 railroad ties (i.e. one every 19.5 inches). The annual replacement rate is from two to three per cent. Using Google Earth and straight line distances, I got an estimated distance of 100 miles from the 108 airport to the Quesnel airport.
Forest Ink Jim Hilton
Taking into account the bends in the railroad track plus the double tracking in some areas, I estimated 200 miles of track. The total number of ties was about 650,000 and at a replacement rate of three per cent the number of ties replaced each year would be about 20,000. Atlantic Power’s (APC) plan to burn from 800,000 to 1.2 million railroad ties per year means
they would be bringing ties from a very large area. It sounds like a lot worse than transporting garbage from Vancouver to Cache Creek. I, like most people, was pleased with the reduction of fly ash when the power plant replaced the bee hive burners and electric power was produced in place of CO2 that went into the atmosphere. I am certain no one was anticipating that in 2016 we would be faced with a request to bring in millions of railroad ties to burn in that same plant in order to keep it running. So the question is this, what is a reasonable number of railroad ties to burn in our community so that a company headquartered
in San Diego, California can make a reasonable profit. We must also consider that for each tie burned there is a portion of a job lost to contractors wanting to deliver road side logging debris (RLD) to that same plant. An alternative to burning ties at APC, is to establish a one or two megawatt gas extraction plant somewhere along the rail line north or south of Williams Lake. One of these state-of-the-art plants can produce the same power as an equivalent steam plant with half of the feed stock and would account for more than our share of the ties that are replaced each year in the Cariboo Chilcotin.
In the meantime APC needs to go ahead with the grinder so that roadside logging debris could be used in their plant and have another discussion with BC Hydro to see if they can stay in business with a maximum use of around 20,000 ties. If not it may be time to consider replacing this aging structure with one that does better than the estimated 25 per cent efficiency rate which is normal of this age and class of power plant. Jim Hilton is a professional agrologist and forester who has lived and worked in the Cariboo Chilcotin for the past 40 years. Now retired, Hilton still volunteers his skills with local community forests organizations.
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for Williams Lake and Area NOTICES Parade of Choirs, February 28 at 2pm at Cariboo Bethel Church. Admission by donation. Contributions go to Hough Memorial Cancer Society to purchase early cancer detection equipment for our local hospital. Boitanio Mall Walking - Upper Level - Fridays 10:15 am, everyone welcome. The CCCIPC is hosting it’s annual Regional Strategic Planning Session to prioritize local invasive plant species on Wed Feb. 24th at the CRD office in Williams Lake at 9:30 am. This meeting is open to the public and anyone with an interest is encouraged to attend. Visit www.cccipc.ca for more info. RSVP for lunch by Feb. 19th to info@cccipc.ca or call 250-855-WEED (9333).
Mary Ellison from the St. Vincent De Paul Society receives some baking from Brenda Taylor of Taylor Made Cakes for the society’s Sunday lunch program in Boitanio Park for people in need.
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Would you wrap you Newborn in Newspaper? In some third world countries, this is an unfortunate reality! Church on 11th is asking our community of crafters to quilt, sew, knit or crochet baby items (0-2 years) such as receiving blankets, sleepers, diapers (flannelette) and clothing, during the next few months. Or, you can purchase new items for expectant and new moms and newborns. Items can be dropped off at the church to be stored. On Saturday April 2, from 2-4pm we will hold a Third World Baby Shower & Tea at the Church on 11th, 1100-11th Ave. We will display all the items made and purchased before they are shipped overseas. For more information, contact Marie at 778-412-9257 or the church office 250-392-2843. Hough Memorial Cancer Society. Cancer affects all of us. Our mission is to collect funds to purchase equipment for our local hospital for early cancer detection. All monies remain in our community. For more information www.houghmemorial.org or contact Bob McIntosh at 250-305-1041. Our mailing address is PO Box 4311, Williams Lake, B.C. V2G 2V4. Your donation is tax deductible. The Williams Lake Wanderers partake in a variety of outdoor seasonal activities - currently snowshoeing, x-country skiing and hiking as weather permits. We meet at the Cariboo Memorial Complex at 10am each Tues., Wed. and Thurs. Come and spend the morning. For further information please call 250-392-6423 or 250-392-4705. Registration for Quintet Plus is now closed. We look forward to inviting new members in the fall.
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Deadline is 5 pm Tuesday, postings run the following Friday Email to: gaylene@wltribune.com Attention Community Calendar Joanna Johnston, senior regional market manager for Telus recently presented members of the Hough Memorial Cancer Society with a cheque for $900. The Hough Memorial Cancer Society was one of the participating charitable organizations receiving a donation as part of the Telus “Fibre For Good” program. Pictured are Lynn Roberts, Noel Donnelly, Audrey Hyde, Joanna Johnston, Mary Jane Engstrom, Cathy Passer, Verla Atchison, John Andrews and Jim Fraser.
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HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Your sense of time management and practicality come to the forefront this week, Aries. You want to get down to business, and your no-nonsense attitude will shine through.
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Scott Mckillop and Rod Peaver of Allteck Line Contractors Ltd. work on the hydro upgrade on Broadway Avenue North Wednesday afternoon in preparation for the Highway 97 upgrades planned for the intersections at Carson Drive and Toop Road.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, this is a great week to just kick back and be yourself without feeling the crunch of deadlines or responsibilities. You’ll get a few free moments to do whatever you like. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Something you have always wanted to do may become possible this week. Maybe it’s something from your bucket list. Bring a friend to join in the fun. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 How far you come this week depends on your attitude, Cancer. If you keep an open mind, you will find success. Keep a positive attitude and reap the rewards. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you will have the opportunity to work on a personal problem that has gotten the best of you before. Work through all of the angles before you put a plan in motion.
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FEBRUARY 15 Amber Riley, Actress/Singer VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 You may find yourself in the (30) position of middle man this week, Virgo. Others come to you with their concerns, and you put their minds at ease.
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Williams Lake Sportsmen’s Association president Kane Fraser (middle), his daughter, Alora, and past president Al Bush (right) present this year’s conservation trophy to Dan Simmons for his work in founding the Cow Moose Sign Project, which aims to increase public awareness surrounding the need to protect cow moose populations in Region 5. The award was handed out Saturday during the WLSA Wild Game Banquet at the Elk’s Hall.
Inland Kenworth customer Dennis Bremner (right), his wife, Heather and their grandson stand in front of his 2006 Kenworth, which recently logged one million kilometres on its odometre. Dennis is known for keeping his truck in tip-top shape. The staff at Inland Kenworth and the Williams Lake Tribune congratulate the Bremners on the feat.
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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, everything seems like it will be rather ordinary this week. That’s a good thing, as you can use a few laid-back days with not too much on your schedule. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, shopping is on your mind but you may have to put that idea off for a little while longer. More pressing purchases for the home or business take priority. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, your finances are a bit difficult to decode at the time being, and that can lead to trouble. Better to bring in someone who knows what he or she is doing to help you work it out. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, if you’re looking to fill the void in your calendar, sign up for a class that will challenge your creative or mental abilities. Try an arts or dance center as a start. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, if you find that you are craving some adventurous activities, get started. But work under the tutelage of an experienced guide to learn the ropes. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 You may find yourself teaching a co-worker some of the intricacies of the job. Don’t feel threatened; it may help lighten your own workload.
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Parade of Choirs supports Hough Memorial Cancer Society Gaeil Farrar Staff Writer For the next two weeks, two signs north and south of the city will announce the annual Williams Lake Parade of Choirs coming up Feb. 28. The signs are part of a new promotion for the annual event that raises funds for the Hough Memorial Cancer Society, says Cariboo Men’s Choir director Carl Johnson. The new four-byfour signs are located on Highway 97 at both entrances to the city. Eventually, Johnson says they hope also to have a banner to promote the event. Over the past seven
years since the Parade of Choirs first started Johnson says the event has raised more than $15,000 in donations to purchase early detection cancer equipment for the hospital. The 2016 Parade of Choirs takes place on Sunday, Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. at Cariboo Bethel Church with admission by donation. In addition to the Cariboo Men’s Choir, the afternoon will include performances by Quintet Plus, directed by Michelle Erlandson; The Seniors Choir directed by Sharon Taylor; and the choir Eclectica from 100 Mile House. While the entire program isn’t firmly set yet, Johnson says the
Cariboo Men’s Choir will be debuting two new selections: Maria from West Side Story written by Bernstein and Sondheim; and Loch Lomond, a traditional Scottish folk song arranged by Jonathan Quick. Johnson says the by Quintet Plus songs will include The Lass From the Low Countree-Folk Song with additional verse by John Jacob Niles; Time in a Bottle by Jim Croce; and You Raise Me Up by Graham and Lovland. A full program will be announced later, Johnson says. The Cariboo Men’s Choir will sing Maria for their entry in the Cariboo Festival this spring, Johnson adds.
The choir includes 15 to 20 men who have been singing together for 12 years. They meet to rehearse on Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the library at St. Andrew’s United Church. He says Williams Lake and 100 Mile House choirs also take turns hosting choral workshops for choirs each year with Williams Lake hosting three regional workshops over the past decade. “In October 2015 Eclectica hosted a BC Choral Federation workshop with Geordie Roberts who taught us a lot,” Johnson says. “The workshop finished up with a short concert.”
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The Cariboo Men’s Choir with their new highway sign promoting the Parade of Choirs coming up Sunday, Feb. 28 at Cariboo Bethel Church.
Armchair travel events popular in the lakecity The Cariboo Potters Guild’s Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Salvation Army’s food bank takes place today, Friday, Feb. 12 at the legion hall from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For $15 visitors receive a hearty bowl of soup donated by local restaurants, homemade bread and get to take home the handmade bowl the soup comes in. The fundraiser also includes a silent art auction. Big Night Out The Big Brothers and Big Sisters
Big Night Out 2016 dance and fundraiser takes place this Saturday, Feb. 13 at Signal Point Gaming. The evening includes dancing to the music of Run Home Jack, raffle prizes, and games with prizes. For tickets visit the Big Brothers and Big Sisters office at 200-369 Oliver Street or call 250-398-8391. Gospel Sing-a-Long An Inter-Denominational Gospel Singa-Long will be held Sunday, Feb. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at the Evangelical Free Church
on Eleventh Avenue North. Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be provided. Armchair Trek in Nepal Heather Rolston and Sue Price will give a presentation on their trek in the Himalayas at the Scout Island Nature Centre on Tuesday, Feb. 16 starting at 7 p.m. The pair trekked through the Himalayan Mountains to Everest base camp over the Cho La Pass, Gokyo Ri and through the Gokyo Valley. They comment on the amazing
scenery, people and culture they discovered in Nepal.
ries continues on Wednesday, Feb. 24 with a presentation by Frances McCoubrey on her explorations in Mount Edziza Provincial Park near Dease Lake in Northwestern B.C.
Travel and Dessert Night The Travel and Dessert Night se-
The event takes place in the St. Andrew’s United Church hall with admission by donation. Dessert is served at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation begins at 7 p.m.
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Popular Canadian comedian Brent Butt performs here in May Popular Canadian comedian Brent Butt is bringing his comedy tour to Williams Lake. The show is set for Monday, May 30 at the Gibraltar Room starting at 8 p.m. Born in Tisdale, Sask. Butt discovered
early that being funny was a good way to get attention. He honed his comedy in school and at the age of 20 moved to Toronto where he was headlining at top clubs within months. A couple of years
later he was touring internationally and appearing at major festivals. His television specials quickly secured his reputation as one of the funniest people in the country. He became world fa-
St. Peter’s Anglican Church Sunday Worship 10:00 am Wednesday Morning Prayer 9:00 am The Rev. Keith Dobyns and The Rev. Kristen Dobyns 549 Carson Drive, Williams Lake, B.C. V2G 1T4 Love in action, 250-392-4246 wlchurch@telus.net reaching outward http://www.facebook.com/StPetersWL
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mous creating his own television series, Corner Gas, which became an instant hit. Studio Theatre auditions The Studio Theatre is holding auditions for Death Defying Acts,
on Saturday, Feb 13 at 2 p.m. in the theatre and again on Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. upstairs at the Kornak and Hamm Pharmacy building. The production will be the Studio Theatre’s last presentation of the
season and will run May 4-7 and 11-14. It will also be entered in the Theatre B.C. Central Interior zone festival at the end of May. The production includes three, one-act plays: An Interview by
David Mamet; Hotline, by Elaine May; and Central Park West by Woody Allen. Director Shane Tollefson is looking for two women ages 35plus, one woman age 20-25, and two men ages 40-plus.
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I knew someone who had a thing about getting naked. Frankly, it made me rather uncomfortable. What was wrong with this guy? We were really different. I kept my stuff on and he loved casting his off. “Let’s get naked!” He was a bread and fish sort of man and I leaned more towards a pizza arrangement; like that nice one from Dominoes with lots of garlic sauce. Everybody knows it’s all about those little extra sachets of garlic mayonnaise! Guaranteed! To be honest, this guy unnerved me. Now before you call in the etiquette police, I need to say something about this naked behaviour. First of all, his penchant for taking it off had nothing to do with clothes or a glistening chest in the evening sun, but rather an affinity for sharing his life with others and being downright real with people. His whole mantra was: “I’d like to know the real you. But naturally we can’t get there unless I show you who I really am.” He was so hungry to share stories about his life. Hungry to talk about the job he went to everyday.
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BY JOEL DUNTIN He was a thirty-something single parent called Gary. He adored his little girl, Lilly. He didn’t care very much for football but had a secret crush on everything ping-pong. On Tuesdays, he sat down with a mug of hot chocolate and dragged on his Captain Picard uniform to watch old episodes of Star Trek, Next Generation. Gary would get really emotional when talking about his marriage. You knew when he was really upset when the Dolly Parton cd’s would come on. Many would find the thought of a thirty-something man blasting out Dolly Parton to be quite disturbing, but the truth is, there was nothing wrong with Gary. He was just
different. After a while I actually started enjoying these moments of clarity. I really began to know this guy. Our conversations went beyond twitter limitations. His nakedness meant that there was simply no place to hide. His triumphs and worries were out there for all to see. I wasn’t the irritated onlooker anymore… our friendship had formed community. Life is strangely complicated today. Community is suspect… “everyone’s faking it.” And if in the event that we do run into a creature such as Gary, the world folds into itself and time stops because no-one knows what to do anymore. Maybe you’ve got a keen eye. Maybe you’ve spotted that person who needs a moment. That person, face contorting, eyes misting, lip wobbling and hooked on “Friends Season 8, episode 23” (The one where Rachel has a baby); someone whose reality is resigned to four walls and cheese Doritos. Just get in there. Be that grounded reality that everyone needs from time to time. Maybe, Gary was the brightest guy in the room. Maybe we all need to be naked. Inspired by Matthew 25:35-40
Joel Duntin is with the Cariboo Central & 100 Mile SDA Church The views expressed in this column are not necessarily the views of all the churches in the Pastor’s Fellowship.
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AAC on track for 2015, ministry says Monica Lamb-Yorski photo
Monica Lamb-Yorski Staff Writer The Allowable Annual Cut for the Williams Lake Timber Supply Area (TS) fell within the limits set in February 2015, said Harold Stoler, Ministry of Forests acting district manager during the Cariboo Regional District board meeting Wednesday. With the 3,000,000 cubic metres cut permitted for 2015, a total of 2,916,632 cubic metres was harvested in 2015. “Of that 1,118,184 cubic metres was live wood and 1,798,448 was dead wood,” Stoler said, noting 2,275,108 cubic metres was pine and the remaining 640,525 cubic metres was non-pine. When the Chief Forester allocated the cut it was partitioned into one half for live timber and the other half for dead timber, he said. To protect the midterm’s green timber, no more than 800,000 cubic metres of nonpine could be harvested, Stoler added. Quesnel Mayor Bob Simpson, however, said there has been some over harvesting of the green timber in the Quesnel TSA. “The minister did not put in any punitive measures or a
Harvesting of beetle kill trees, as seen here near Alkali Lake last fall, continues in the Cariboo Chilcotin.
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QUESNEL LAKE – AREA F hard partition, but just asked them to play nice,” Simpson said. “For us any over harvesting of the green is a massive reduction in mid-term timber supply, that’s the issue.” At this stage the partition is a “gentlemen’s agreement,” Simpson said, noting he hopes the CRD board is fully apprised of any move toward any encroachment on a green harvest so it can use its political will to engage the minister on appropriate action. Soler said that is why the ministry is tracking and monitoring the licensees and sharing the information. Echoing Simpson, CRD chair Al Richmond said if dead pine is left standing and not harvested because markets have gone and move into
the green it will impact the future. “It’s hard but you have to make decisions over the long term not for the short-term gain,” Richmond said. “The stuff that’s dead needs to be utilized.” Soler said if the ministry sees a trend of companies harvesting more green then it has the right to ask the Chief Forester for a new AAC. Last December, Minister of Forests Steve Thomson announced the apportionment for the TSA, dividing it up into Forest Licenses — replaceable and non-replaceable, First Nation Woodland Licenses, Community Forests, BCTS Timber Sale Licenses and Forest Service Revenue. Thomson also set aside 20,000 cubic metres for new community forests.
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Rezoning Amendment– 21145 Chilcotin Hwy 20 7:00 pm, February 18, 2016 at Nimpo Lake Community Hall
The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) has received an application to amend Cariboo Regional District Chilcotin Area Rural Land Use Bylaw No. 3500, 1999 by rezoning the property described below: Bylaw No. 4994 District Lot 1618, Range 3, Coast District, Except Plans 16931, PGP39720 and BCP25962, from Tourist Commercial (C 2) zone to Special Exception RR 2-1 zone (minimum lot size – 2 ha (4.94 ac))(maximum density - 1 lot) Purpose for Rezoning: to convert a resort to a 4-bedroom bed and breakfast operation with an art studio and health studio. The subject property is located at 21145 Chilcotin Hwy 20, as shown on the sketch plan below, and is owned by Donn Irwin.
Public hearings are for all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws. The public hearings are to be held by a delegate of the Cariboo Regional District Board. A copy of the CRD resolution is available for public inspection. Written submissions regarding the proposed bylaw will also be received. These submissions may be submitted at the public hearing or should be received in the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 2A4, (fax number 392-2812) fortyeight hours prior to the hearing. No further information or representations can be considered by the CRD Board after the public hearing. All verbal and written submissions will become the public record. The bylaw and an information package may be inspected on our website or at the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from February 5, 2016 to February 18, 2016 inclusive (excepting public holidays). Telephone inquiries should be directed to the Planning Department of the CRD at 1-800-665-1636. Karen Moores, RPP, P.Ag. Manager of Development Services
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Rezoning Amendment– North Arm of Quesnel Lake, north of Wasko Lakes 7:00 pm, February 16, 2016 at Likely Community Hall
The Cariboo Regional District (CRD) has received an application to amend Cariboo Regional District Central Cariboo Area Rural Land Use Bylaw No. 3503, 1999 by rezoning the property described below: Bylaw No. 4998 That Parcel or Tract of Land in the Vicinity of Wasko Creek, Cariboo District, Containing 0.429 Hectares, More or Less (Crown Grant Offer No. 5402316), from Resource/ Agricultural (R/A) zone to Settlement Area 2 (RS 2) zone (minimum lot size – 0.4 ha (0.98 ac))(maximum density - 1 lot) Purpose for Rezoning: To finalize a Crown Grant Offer on a 50+ year lease property The subject property is located on the North Arm of Quesnel Lake, north of Wasko Lakes, as shown on the sketch plan below, and is owned by Janice and Wade Critchlow (Crown).
Public hearings are for all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws. The public hearings are to be held by a delegate of the Cariboo Regional District Board. A copy of the CRD resolution is available for public inspection. Written submissions regarding the proposed bylaw will also be received. These submissions may be submitted at the public hearing or should be received in the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 2A4, (fax number 392-2812) fortyeight hours prior to the hearing. No further information or representations can be considered by the CRD Board after the public hearing. All verbal and written submissions will become the public record. The bylaw and an information package may be inspected on our website or at the Cariboo Regional District office, #102- 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel, BC, V2J 7J5 between 8:00 am to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from December 6, 2015 to December 17, 2015 inclusive (excepting public holidays). This information may also be inspected at the Cariboo Regional District office at 180 D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from December 6, 2015 to December 17, 2015 inclusive (excepting public holidays). Telephone inquiries should be directed to the Planning Department of the CRD at 1-800-665-1636. Karen Moores, RPP, P.Ag. Manager of Development Services
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Researcher looks for clues in provincial cat distribution A UBC Okanagan researcher is appealing to the public for photos of bobcats and lynx from anywhere in B.C. “I am using photos of bobcats and lynx submitted by the public to help map the current provincial distribution of both species to determine if their ranges have shifted in response to climate change,” said TJ Gooliaff, masters of science candidate at UBCO. Gooliaff is working on the project in conjunction with the Ministry of Environment, he said. “I’m trying to figure out exactly where the northern limit is for bobcats. I suspect it is somewhere between Williams Lake and Prince George. I just need more photos to figure that out.” Gooliaff said he hypothesizes that bobcats have moved northwards and into higher elevations as a result of climate change. Historically, bobcats and lynx have been typically separated by snow depth. Goodiaff
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They are found throughout the deserts and grasslands of the United States, as well as southern Canada. However, climate change has led to earlier springs and lower snow levels in western North America. As a result, suitable bobcat habitat may now be present in new areas of B.C. The photos do not have to be great photography — they just have to show a bobcat or a lynx, or even just a part
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“For the last week, the BCSF (British Columbia Snowmobile Federation) 50th Commemorative Ride has been going on starting in Kamloops going through to Wells and back. Six of the Williams Lake Powder Kings rode with the group from Ten-ee-ah Lodge to Likely on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016, followed by the Williams Lake Powder Kings serving a luncheon at the cabin on Yank’s Peak for 45 plus people. We would like to especially thank Mayor Walt Cobb and Councilllors Scott Nelson and Craig Smith for joining us and for the City of Williams Lake’s donation to the Williams Lake Powder Kings for the purchase of our groomer. Thank you also goes to Spectra Power Sports for supplying snowmobiles for them for the day. We would also like to thank Karl and Reta Seibert for coming up, as Karl and Reta have been coming up to the Yank’s Peak riding area since the late 60’s. Karl and Reta have been avid cross-country snowmobile racers and club supporters over the years. We were blessed to have Geoff Moore and Chris Wheeler on the ride taking awesome photos and video of the historic event. Finally, a huge thank you to all our club executive/ directors and members that made our leg of the ride one to be remembered.” Mark Snowball President Williams Lake Powder Kings.
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ernment officials and other organizations about the provision of food services and other amenities such as portable washroom facilities. He says it is the committee’s hope that all 203 B.C. First Nations communities will have participants at the gathering including their chiefs or designated representatives. “We look forward to all our sponsor partners and invited guests attending next year’s gathering to share a meal and get to know the traditions and rich culture of our First People,” Grinder says. For inquiries and registration, contact: Cecil Grinder, Councillor at Tl’etinqoxt’in Health Services, PO Box 168, Alexis Creek, B.C. V0L 1A0 People can also contact Grinder at 250-394-4240 Ext. 219 or fax 250-3944234 or e-mail cgrinder@tletinqoxtin.ca.
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Policing audit recommends strategies for city Monica Lamb-Yorski Staff Writer There’s room for improvement in the way the City of Williams Lake manages and utilizes its policing agreement says a performance audit released by the Auditor General for Local Government this week. “We found a few areas where the city lacked awareness and understanding of the agreement,” Auditor General Gordon Ruth said. “This included a lack of the capability to question RCMP expenditures they don’t understand or that lack adequate supporting information.” The audit examined the city’s policing agreement between 2010 and 2013 and was one of five audits done in the province. During the audit
work, city staff became more aware of provisions added to the Municipal Policing Unit Agreement (MPUA) regarding RCMP cost items and subsequently enhanced its cost monitoring practices. There was some praise for the fact the city and the detachment worked cooperatively and communicated regularly on policing priorities, policing budgets and crime trends. However, even though those meetings were taking place on a bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual basis, there were no minutes or records kept. As a result, the audit suggested, there may be opportunities to streamline these meetings and improve the structure of com-
munications relating to policing in Williams Lake. “The city, working with the detachment, would benefit from reviewing, clarifying and documenting the frequency of policingrelated meetings, their purpose, record keeping and documenting requirements and methods of ensuring follow up on decisions reached at these meetings.” Another key recommendation is for the city to develop a policing committee to ensure sound oversight, Ruth said, noting other communities are already doing this and it is a good practice. “We are thinking the policing committee could be open to meeting during our committee of the whole so that the entire public can be en-
Figures show policing strength per capita among similar-sized B.C. cities. gaged,” Mayor Walt Cobb said. Cobb said the report covered a time period when he wasn’t mayor, but since the MPUA
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‘Loving you Tenderloin’ this Valentine’s Day I wonder how many romances have started because of food? The scenario starts something like this. Guy asks his date if she would like to go out for dinner. They do. Several romantic evenings later they move in together and are now a ‘permanent situation.’ It’s the going out for dinner thing that did it for that one to stick and the story goes on and on for many folks. Of course you
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Of course some flowers and chocolates are always nice to bring, no matters whose place. Take some time this Valentine’s weekend to cook for your special person. It could be your grandmother or some nice person who is sharing your digs. It doesn’t have to be fancy — a nice, tasty meal will certainly be fine. Make sure you have some nice wine to go with that lovely romantic meal. Food and romance
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serve your love some love on a plate with this recipe. Love You Tenderloin • 2 pounds of beef tenderloin trimmed • 3 slices of bacon • 1/4 cup of butter • 2 cups of fresh mushrooms, sliced • 1/4 to 1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced • 1/4 cup of minced green onions • 3 tbsp brandy • Grated pepper and seasoned sea salt to taste Turn your oven up to 450 F.
Season tenderloin with salt and pepper and place on a rack in a shallow baking pan and roast for 30 minutes or until you have reached desired doneness. In a pan cook bacon until crispy, (set aside) then melt butter, saute mushrooms, along with the parsley and green onions until lightly browned. Add brandy and heat through, then stir in crumbled bacon. After you have taken the tenderloin
out of the oven make sure it has rested about 10 minutes before cutting into one inch thick slices. Serve with warm mushroom sauce over each slice of meat. May your taste buds jump with love from the taste of this fine Valentine’s Day Beef Tenderloin. Happy Valentine’s to all those who cook daily. Bye for now and Goood Cooking! Ken Wilson is a freelance columnist with the Tribune/ Weekend Advisor.
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Avalanche training opportunity Gaven Crites 100 Mile Free Press A “must do” course for anyone sledding in the mountains is coming up, following a well-attended avalanche training session held by South Cariboo Search and Rescue in 100 Mile House in January. The upcoming Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 Course in 100 Mile House on Feb. 27-28 will focus on understanding and planning for the risks involved when riding in avalanche terrain. It’s being organized by Trigger Point Snow Services, in conjunction with the Mica Mountain Riders Association. While the course is geared for snowmobilers, it’s still very useful for other backcountry users like skiers,
says instructor Shane Gunn. The course covers pre-planning, how to read forecasts and how to plan your trip, safe travelling techniques through the mountains, terrain assessment, self rescue, companion rescue and how to use specific tools like shovels and beacons. “It’s a very in-depth course,” says Gunn. “Mountain sledding is one of the fastestgrowing winter sports. We’re getting a huge influx of users out at the Mica Mountain area. Anybody venturing out into the backcountry should have avalanche safety training. They should be taking one of these courses.” According to Trigger Point’s website, the Avalanche Skills Training Level 1
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Understanding and planning for the risks involved when snowmobiling in avalanche terrain will be the topic of an upcoming avalanche training course offered in 100 Mile House Feb. 27-28. Above, members of South Cariboo Search and Rescue hosted a successful avalanche training session. Course is suitable for people with basic training who want to learn more. Visit Trigger Point Snow Services online for more information.
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55+ BC Games registration Williams Lake organizers for the 55+ BC Games are hoping to up their registration numbers for this year’s event, scheduled from Sept. 20-24 in Coquitlam. Sports include archery, badminton, bridge, carpet bowling, cribbage, cycling, darts, dragon boat racing, five-pin bowling, floor curling, golf, ice curling, hockey, lawn bowling, pickleball, slo-pitch, soccer, swimming, table tennis, tennis, track and field and whist. Contact either Ellen Wiege at 250-392-3537 or Pat Harton at 250-392-4374 for more.
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Duncan Wray, owner of the Vernon Vipers, and head coach of the Vipers Mark Ferner (right), present former Vipers captain Chris Crowell with his framed jersey as they retire his No. 18 jersey Friday night at Kal Tire Place in Vernon.
Vipers retire Crowell’s No. 18 jersey Kevin Mitchell Vernon Morning Star He was affectionately known as ‘Crow’ when he played four years with the B.C. Hockey League Vernon Vipers, serving as captain of the 2009 Royal Bank Cup championship team. Chris Crowell, who grew up living in and playing his minor hockey career in Williams Lake, was one of the fiercest fighters in the league and was the consummate leader and teammate. He made a major impact as a Viper and his work was rewarded last Friday night when his No. 18 jersey was retired and raised to the rafters at Kal Tire Place. He becomes the second player in franchise history to have his jersey taken out of circu-
lation: Rob Short’s No. 20 was the first. “That was an awesome ceremony, I think Todd (assistant GM Miller) had a lot to do with putting it together,” smiled Crowell. “I was shocked at first. It was way more than I expected. The video was pretty cool and brought back a lot of good memories. I think they had all my goals in the video; it couldn’t have gone any longer because they showed them all. It’s good to come back and see a lot of familiar faces.” Now an engineer in Kamloops, Crowell was accompanied by his wife, Bree, and his parents, Richard and Shannon Crowell of Kelowna. His brother, Kevin, was one of the referees Friday. Crow was surprised with the pace of the game.
“It seems everybody is small and quick with good hands and finish, and a lot more skilled than me. I was watching some of the game with (ex-Viper teammate) Bryce Kakoske and we both noticed how fast they all are.” Crowell said he misses hockey, especially his years in the BCHL with such players as Kevin Kraus, Kellen and Connor Jones, Hunter Bishop, Kyle St. Denis, Braden Pimm, Kyle Bigos Scott Zurevinski and Short. “Junior hockey was pretty fun time. I don’t think there aren’t many other times in your life where you kind of have a responsibility for two hours of the day and the rest you freewheeled and did whatever you wanted.” Ferner and Vipers
owner Duncan Wray presented Crowell a gorgeous framed jersey before the opening face-off. Crowell signed loads of autographs throughout the building. “He was one of the best captains I’ve coached,” said Ferner, in a stirring video of Crowell’s best moments and interviews produced by Rob Abramenko of KISS-FM. “He was a warrior on the ice and a gentleman off the ice.” The sxi-foot-three, 205-pounder rang up 33 goals and 596 penalty minutes with the Vipers. He delivered thunderous checks and threw heavy punches back in the fighting days of the BCHL. He and Jordan Simpson of the Prince George Spruce Kings ran into one another at Booster Juice
prior to one game in Vernon and agreed to scrap seconds after the opening face-off. Crowell, who turns 28 next week, played NCAA Division 1 hockey for the University of Alaska-Anchorage Seawolves, being captain for three of his four years. Seawolves’ head coach Matt Thomas sent a special tribute read by Abramenko over the public address system: “The University of Alaska-Anchorage would like to congratulate former Seawolves captain Chris Crowell for the remarkable honour: Chris embodied the qualities that make hockey a special sport. His contributions as a player, a student-athlete and most notably a leader continue to influence our program today.”
The Williams Lake Wrestling Club plays host to the North Central Zone Wrestling Championships this Saturday, Feb. 13 at the Lake City secondary Columneetza Campus. Athletes from throughout the zone will be looking to qualify for the provincial championships, which will be held at the end of the month in Abbotsford for Grade 8-12 students. Wrestling starts at 9 a.m. and will continue throughout the day. A concession will be on site and the WLWC will be selling its T-shirts. There will also be a lunch between noon and 1 p.m. The club is encouraging the community to come out and support the local wrestlers.
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Valentine’s Dinner and Dance The Williams Lake Skating Club is hosting a Valentine’s Day Dinner, Dance and Silent Auction fundraiser at the Laughing Loon Restaurant in Williams Lake, Saturday, Feb. 13. The event will feature the music of hometown favourite Flannel Roots. Doors will open at 6 p.m., dinner is at 7 p.m. with music and silent auction at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at the Williams Lake Skating Club office at the arena, the Laughing Loon Restaurant, Taylor Made Cakes and Sweets and from any WLSC executive member.
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Stamps host Kangaroos in CIHL playoffs Greg Sabatino Staff Writer Nathan Zurak and Kurtis Bond both had two goals and two assists to lead the Williams Lake Stampeders to a 10-5 road victory over the Quesnel Kangaroos Feb. 6 to go up 1-0 in the Central Interior Hockey League East Division playoff final. Games two and three of the best-of-five series take place this weekend in Williams Lake at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex and a weekend sweep would propel the Stampeders into the CIHL playoff final. On Saturday, Williams Lake’s Evan Fuller opened the scoring with an unassisted marker, before Quesnel’s Ryan Hanes knotted it up at 1-1 just seven minutes into the contest. Stamps’ forward Matt Lees retaliated with two goals of his own to send Williams Lake into the second frame up 3-1. The Kangaroos’ Mike Kalusny put it within one early in the period, but Francis Johnson gave Williams Lake back its two-goal lead. Quesnel’s Tommy Grant and Williams Lake’s Matt Stang then
traded tallies to give the Stampeders a 5-3 lead heading into the final frame. From there, Williams Lake opened up its offence as Stang added his second, Bond notched his two goals, as did Zurak, for a fivegoal period. Justin Fulton and Ryan Skinner scored two for Quesnel in the third. Justin Foote made 31 saves in the winning effort, while Richard Ward turned aside 35 of 45 shots on the other end. Stampeders president Marko Zurak said he’s hoping the team can close it out this weekend with homeice advantage and will then set its sights on the CIHL final, where the team has a chance to automatically qualify for the Coy Cup senior men’s provincial AA championship should a certain scenario present itself. In the West Divsion, both the Smithers Steelheads and the Terrace River Kings swept the Kitimat Ice Demons and the Prince Rupert Rampage, respectively, and will square off in game one of their bestof-five divisional final this Saturday in Terrace. Should Terrace ad-
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The Williams Lake Female Midget Timberwolves marched away from the Surrey SuperHeart Tournament with a gold medal during the weekend.
Anya Levermann fires a shot on net in the Surrey SuperHeart Tournament final en route to notching a hat trick in the contest. The team beat the Orangeville Tigers of Ontario, 4-2, in the final.
T-wolves first at SuperHeart tournament The Williams Lake Female Midget Timberwolves doubled the Orangeville Tigers of Ontario 4-2 Sunday to bring home gold in the Surrey SuperHeart Tournament. The Timberwolves bested seven other teams in the Midget A division to achieve the feat. Anya Levermann
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notched a hat trick in the final with assists coming from her sister, Katya Levermann, Emma Roorda and Caitlyn Ray. The final goal of the game was scored on an empty net by Faith Outhouse after she was setup by her sister, Grace Outhouse and captain Ruthie Jackson. The tournament
opened with the Twolves beating North Island, 2-0. Ray tallied first for Williams Lake (assisted by Brooke Call and Katie Toews), while Grace added an unassisted insurance marker. Next, Williams Lake took on the host team, the Surrey Falcons, and marched away with a 4-3 victory. Jackson (assisted by
Faith), Call (assisted by Ray), Grace (assisted by Faith) and Ray (assisted by Jackson) all lit the lamp for the Timberwolves. The team’s third game ended in a 2-2 tie against Yellowknife with Katya opening the scoring on a nice, unassisted goal. Katie Toews added the second with the assist going to Ray.
Williams Lake’s final round robin game saw the team fall to South Island, 6-4, however, the Timberwolves had already secured a spot in the tournament final based on its previous two wins and a tie. Scoring in the contest came from Anya (assisted by Faith Outhouse and Faith Myers), Adrianne Kennedy (assisted
by Faith Outhouse and Grace Outhouse), Roorda (assisted by Anya and Katya) and Ray (assisted by Katya and Alexis Hemmond). Coaches Roy Call and Scott Cross said they were very pleased with the tournament outcome. This weekend the Timberwolves will hope to continue their win-
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Max LaPointe (centre), 4, gets a skating lesson from his mom, Melissa LaPointe (from left), grandpa Brian LaPointe and friend Rylan Buick, 4, Monday during the Family Day festivities at the Cariboo Memorial R e c r e a t i o n Complex. It was Max’s first time on skates, Melissa said.
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Richardson returns from BC Chess Open This Week’s Crossword Greg Sabatino Staff Writer Williams Lake’s Kai Richardson, 12, facing some players almost triple his age, finished 15th during the weekend at the BC Chess Open in Richmond. Kai won his first match, lost his second and third, won his fourth, then drew his final two matches in the tournament. His improvement, however, is steadily showing said his dad, Scott Richardson. “Last year Kai came in 22nd, rated at 1781 (FIDE world ranking),” Scott said. “This year, coming
in 15th, he was rated at 2120. In 2014 he came 28th. He played well.” Kai missed a chance to draw the eventual tournament champion Tanraj Sohol (2383 FIDE ranking) in his second round. “Tanraj has won the BC Chess Open tournament three years in a row,” Scott said. “That would have rocked the tournament.” He then drew John Doknjas (2288 ranking), last year’s second-place BC Chess Open finisher and the 2014 junior under-20 B.C. champion. “His downfall in the tournament was drawing his nemesis, Luke Pulfer
(2036 ranking), who had won the championship game at the 2013 under-10 Canadian championship in Ottawa against him,” Scott said. “Last November he had drawn John, as well, but then lost to John’s brother, Josh Doknjas (2178), putting Kai third. If he’d drawn Josh, Kai would have won the tournament.”
Kai, who turns 13 next month, will see his next Chess action at the 10th annual Grand Pacific Open in Victoria at the end of March. Last year, roughly 120 players competed at the event. Planning for this year’s Williams Lake Chess Open is also in the works, Scott noted, adding the tournament will be held in October.
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Cooper, Janice Ann 1958-2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Janice Ann Cooper (nee Cameron) of Quesnel after a battle with cancer. She passed away with her husband, Jim, by her side. She is survived by her sisters Virginia (Barry) Lock, Wendy (Len) Lamothe, Diane (Rob) Davis, brothers Pat (Sue) Cameron, Gerald (Audry) Cameron and many nieces and nephews. Specials thanks to the Doctors and staff at G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital. Also a big thank you to Sharon Coldwell for all you have done for her and Walmart staff for all the help you gave her. There will be no service by request.
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Youth Caregiver required. Casual position. Some duties incl., daily reports, housekeeping, cooking. Must have drivers license and own vehicle. Criminal record check & 1st aid level 1 required. Exp. is preferred, but not required. 250-267-1076.
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Mount Polley Mining Corporation is currently seeking candidates for the following position:
Surveyor
The Engineering Department Surveyor will report to the Engineering Mine Planner or his designate, and is responsible for completing daily survey pickups, field markup, monitoring (quality control) and reporting, in addition to any other tasks assigned by the Engineering Mine Planner. Duties include: • Surveying of the pits and the tailings storage facility • Layout of drill patterns, ore boundaries, pit limits and various projects site wide • Managing and prioritizing daily responsibilities to meet surveying needs across all departments • Surveying daily dig face advances to produce daily grades and creating daily dig maps • Other various duties as assigned Requirements • Minimum of five (5) years in an open pit mining operation • Physically fit and able to complete projects that require working outside for extended periods of time in a range of weather and terrain conditions • Valid driver’s license • Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing • Knowledge and use of Excel, AutoCAD, MineSight3D, and Meds Trimble software
Lost & Found LOST Feb. 3 a necklace with crucifix & a wedding band at either the parking lot of the Judo Club (360 Mckenzie Ave) or Husky Gas Station. If found please call Jeff @ 250-3925385 or 250-296-0062.
Children Childcare Wanted
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Part-time opportunity to start supporting our Northern BC home educated students. Caseload to increase in the fall once training & proficiency is established. Detailed job description & online application can be found at: www.onlineschool.ca Click About Us, then scroll to Careers at HCOS
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Help Wanted CUSTOMER SERVICE Represenative Wanted! Employer: Wildwood Foods. Must be 19 years of age, have Serving It Right, and be able to work evenings & weekends. Please drop resumes at 115 Hickory Road, Williams Lake. Attn: Sherry 250-989-5488
• Teachers • Special Ed Teachers • Education Assistants
Job Description: • Bookkeeping, office administration and payroll • Minimum 3 yrs similar work experience with full-cycle accounting (Invoicing, A/R, A/P, Regulatory filings, Bank Reconciliations, Financial Statements, etc.) • In depth knowledge of Simply Accounting How To Apply: Interested candidates please email resume to: Miles Sanoy, President, Dynamic Reforestation Ltd. at
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Single mom with 3 kids desperately seeking reliable babysitter. Weekdays. 250-3982177
Working schedule will be seven (7) twelve (12) hour shifts of work followed by seven (7) days of rest. Qualifed applicants can send their resume and cover letter to: Mount Polley Mining Corporation Attn: Human Resources humanresources@mountpolley.com fax #250.790.2613
Mount Polley is an open pit copper/gold mine owned by Mount Polley Mining Corporation, located in central British Columbia, 100km northeast of Williams Lake. Employees are expected to secure their own accommodation within the local area. Daily transportation from Williams Lake to/from the mine site is available. POSTING DATE: February 10, 2016
CLOSING DATE: February 21, 2016
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Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services
• Bartenders • Servers • Cooks
Required for The Overlander Pub. Part time opportunity, possibly leading to full time. Must have “Serving It Right” or will be willing to acquire. Please apply in person, with resume & references, to the Overlander Pub 1118 Lakeview Crescent (please don’t apply during lunch or dinner hours.)
Medical/Dental Williams Lake Dental is looking for a part time CDA with the possibility of becoming full time. We are a busy growing family practice. If you would like to join our exciting team please drop by with your resume to 440 Comer Street.
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Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
Recycling Please donate your bottles to Amanda Enterprises Bottle Depot and simply say ‘these bottles are for the Williams Lake Hospice Society’. The great folks at Amanda Enterprises will put the proceeds on the Hospice account and you will be supporting a vital community organization! Thank you for your support from the bottom of our hearts!! Board, Staff & Volunteers of WLHS
Teachers Marantha Christian School
is a K-12 provincially accredited Independent School that has served Williams Lake for over 35 years. We are currently looking to fill a maternity-leave vacancy for the 2016-2017 school year. Requirements: Bachelor of Education, valid BC Teaching Certificate, and Statement of Faith. Interested applicants can contact the school at principal@wlefc.org or by calling (250) 392-7410
Trades, Technical Automotive Technician
Charlotte Tire has an immediate opening for an experienced auto technician. We are a very busy shop providing quality repairs on the Queen Charlotte Island. We offer a very competitive compensation package! Please e-mail resume: bill@citires.ca
Work Wanted Experienced moving for hire. (250)267-3337
labour.
Help Wanted
RECYCLING
Depot for batteries, rads, copper, aluminum, catalytic converters, alts. and starts. Will p/u, will pay cash! Phone 250-398-0672
Pets & Livestock
Feed & Hay Dry green, net wrapped, barn stored 5x5 1300 lb. round hay bales. Timothy, Bron & mixed grass $150 each. Easy access & quick loading for semi’s. Phone 1-250-614-6667 or 1250-568-2338. Excellent quality cow & horse hay, large round & large square bales. Phone early a.m. & evenings. Delivery available on large loads. (250)398-2805
Merchandise for Sale
Free Items FREE! Beautiful burled wood upright piano. Can no longer be tuned. 250-267-8841
Medical Supplies SOLD! Acorn chair lift (New $2200) Asking $1000. (250)396-7011
Help Wanted January 2015
CARIBOO FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY
Janitor Full Time Job Opportunity 28 – 40 hours per week
GENERAL: Under the direction of the Food Services Manager this employee will be responsible for the overall cleanliness of the Cariboo Friendship Society and its properties. DUTIES: • Major cleaning chores, washing floors, counter tops, toilets, vanity, stove, kitchen mats, windows and window sills, dusting, doors and door frames, etc. • The employee must be prepared to work on weekends and evenings. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: 1. Should have some experience working in a similar or related job. 2. Must have the ability to communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing. 3. Must maintain professional conduct and abide by the Cariboo Friendship Society’s Code of Ethics. 4. Must submit to a criminal records check. Closing Date: February 12, 2016 Please Note: Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry. To apply, or for complete job description, see the Cariboo Friendship Society, 99 South Third Avenue, Williams Lake, BC
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale For Sale! Wrapped Oat/Barley haylage & 2nd cut Alfalfa haylage. Call 1 (250)249-5466
Education/Tutoring
Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector Buying Collections. Gold Silver Coins Estates 1-778-281-0030 Chad
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• 2 and 4 stroke engine rebuilding • Buy and sell used equipment • Many parts - new and used available in stock • Dealer for Motovan, Kimpex, Trans Can Imports, Western Marine and many more • Warranty Contractor for Sears • Specials on in-stock ATV tires & helmets
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MOUNT POLLEY MINING CORPORATION
Colin Stevens Over 26 years experience
Shop Hours: Tues to Sat 9am - 5:30 pm
250-296-3380
3616 Stanchfield Road - 15 mins up Horsefly Road candski@xplornet.ca
Mount Polley Mining Corporation is currently seeking candidates for the following position:
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include and are not limited to: inspection, preventative maintenance, repairing and testing all Heavy duty equipment. Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in a mining environment and/or experience working on Caterpillar, Komatsu, P&H construction and mining equipment. Education & Qualifications • • • • •
Interprovincial Red Seal trade qualification in Heavy Duty Mechanics A minimum of 5 years related work experience Valid Driver’s License Strong oral and written communication skills Other various duties as assigned
Working schedule will be 7-12 hour shifts of work followed by 7 days of rest.
If you or someone you know is experiencing an unplanned pregnancy or suffering the pain of a past abortion, there is compassionate, non-judgemental confidential support available.
Phone or text 250-267-5081 Email rvkamloops@yahoo.ca
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Qualified applicants can send their resume and cover letter to: Mount Polley Mining Corporation Attn: Human Resources humanresources@mountpolley.com fax #250.790.2613
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Mount Polley is an open pit copper/gold mine owned by Imperial Metals Corporation, located in central British Columbia, 100km northeast of Williams Lake. (Employees are expected to secure their own accommodation within the local area. Daily transportation from Williams Lake to/from the mine site is available.
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POSTING DATE: February 10, 2016
CLOSING DATE: February 21, 2016
MOUNT POLLEY MINING CORPORATION Mount Polley Mining Corporation is currently seeking candidates for the following position:
Lube Serviceman
Responsibilities Responsibilities will include and are not limited to: Service large mobile equipment in the pit/and or shop. All applicants must be able to demonstrate the ability to operate Mount Polley’s fuel and lube trucks safely and proficiently within a set period of time. Education & Qualifications • Valid Driver’s License • Class 3 driver’s license with airbrakes • A minimum of 3-5 years related work experience • Physically fit and able to complete projects that require working outside for extendedperiods of time in a range of weather and terrain conditions • Strong oral and written communication skills • Other various duties as assigned Working schedule will be 7-12 hour shifts of work followed by 7 days of rest. Qualifed applicants can send their resume and cover letter to: Mount Polley Mining Corporation Attn: Human Resources humanresources@mountpolley.com fax #250.790.2613
Mount Polley is an open pit copper/gold mine owned by Imperial Metals Corporation, located in central British Columbia, 100km northeast of Williams Lake. (Employees are expected to secure their own accommodation within the local area. Daily transportation from Williams Lake to/from the mine site is available. POSTING DATE: February 10, 2016
CLOSING DATE: February 21, 2016
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250-398-9800 1138 Lakeview Crescent
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INCOME TAX RETURNS Monday to Friday 8 am to 6 pm Saturday 9 am to 4 pm
Walk-Ins Welcome Certified e-file agent OPEN Fast drop-off service YEAR ROUND Mobile tax service Free basic high school tax returns Audit assistance included Farm, rental, business & corporate returns
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• Small Gifty - $3.00 Vase - $10.00 • Large Vase - $15.00 Spring Fling 50% OFF ALL Clothing (Until end of March)
Not-For-Profit Thrift Store All proceeds to local groups
‘local people supporting local needs’ 250-392-7787
#1-25 South 4th Ave. next to Safeway on 4th Ave
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BOITANIO PLACE APARTMENTS
2 bdrm house. f/s, natural gas heat. 250-392-7617.
CLEARVIEW APARTMENTS
1 & 2 bedroom suites. Most desirable apartments for seniors. Clean and quiet. Next to Boitanio Park behind Boitanio Mall. Suite comes with heat, hot water, elevator, patio or balcony, fridge, stove and dishwasher. Laundry facility on site, no pets.
250-392-6450 1bdrm apt, 1144 N. MacKenzie Ave, n/s n/p $475/mo. plus utilities. (250)303-2233 Avail. Feb. 1st. 3 bdrm condo w/family room. Newly updated laminate floors, carpet & paint. $900/mon + hydro. Close to all amenities. 250-392-2832 or 250-2676003. Newly renovated, beautiful 3 bdrm 1 bath, right in town of Williams Lake $1000/mnth incl utilities. w/d d/w A/C R/R Avail. now. 1-250-395-3906
Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrm in 4-Plex, like new! Details, Pictures and map at: www.LivingSpace4Rent.com Call Roy at 604-767-1600 3bdrm, 1 bath, F/S, half duplex - side by side, fenced yard, natural gas heat, N/S N/P R/R, South Lakeside. Avail immed. $800/mon + util. 250-296-4786
Halls/Auditoriums
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Big Lake Community Hall Lakeshore setting, fully equipped kitchen, reasonable rates Weddings, Private Parties, etc.
250-243-0024 Misc for Rent
2-85 S 3rd Ave
FOR RENT
References Required 3 bdrm top floor of house $1100 + hydro.
2 bdrm duplex $800 includes utilities. 1 bdrm basement suite. $575 includes utilities.
3bdr. house, Midnight Drive, Working people preferred. avail. immed. Seeking long term tenants. 250-398-6918 or 250-267-3836 3bdrm house on McKenzie Ave. $950/mnth (250)3926352 Beautiful 2 bdrm home w/bsmt & attached carport located in the Wildwood area. New reno’s. Pets neg., n/s, r/r. $1,100/mon. 250-305-8038
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1 and 2 bedroom suites, very clean, quiet, secure building, has in suite storage, onsite laundry on each floor, close to schools and bus route, immediate availability.
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Aircraft
645 Hodgson Rd. Room for Rent or Shared accommodation. Smokers welcome, small pets okay. $475/mon. 250398-5159
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Suites, Lower
1967 Piper Cherokee 140 160 hp, ttaf 4750 hrs., 0-320, tsoh 500 hrs., Propttsn 250 hrs. $30,000. o.b.o. (250)267-1337
1bdr. suite $550.mnth/1 person $650.mnth/2 persons heat & light included n/s, n/p, r/r. (250) 305-6045.
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2bdrm bsmt suite, n/p, n/s, no kids. 1160 Moon Ave. 250392-6417
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2bdrm lower suite, close to all schools. r/r. util incl. (250)3927291 or cell (250)305-0010. 2bdrm plus storage room, n/p n/s large yard. Gas/electric heat. Child Dev. Centre/Nesika School area. $700/mnth plus utilities (250)398-8182
Suites, Upper 1&2 BEDROOM SUITES FOR RENT
2000 Chevy Cavalier 4 cyl., auto, a/c. 1 owner, 195,000 kms. Perfect running order. Needs nothing. 2 spare all season tires. Super good gas mileage. $2150.00 obo 250-303-0941
1 and 2 bedrooms suites, close to schools, on bus route, pet friendly, includes storage, assigned parking, clean, secure building, rent negotiable for long term tenancies, suit working professionals, references required, available to view anytime including evenings and weekends, immediate availability. Please call 250-305-4598 or 250-302-9108 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE www.williamslakeliving.com
1 bdrm fully furnished basement suite, adult working professional only, no pets $850 includes utilities 2 bdrm apartment, Terra Vista, $750 + hydro
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Apartment & Townhouse Rentals Bachelor, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites, various locations in and around the Williams Lake area. Check out our website. MOVING? We have other rental availability in Kamloops, Quesnel, Prince George and Kitimat. To inquire by phone please call 250-305-0446 or 250-302-9108.
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LOCAL SPORTS
Novice explores the hunting world Gaeil Farrar Staff Writer Whether you hunt or not, learning how to use a rifle or shotgun safely is probably a good thing for people living in the Cariboo Chilcotin to know. If you are exploring in the back woods and your gun toting guide is injured, someone else has to know how to handle a gun if a bear happens
to walk into your camp, even if it is to fire off a warning shot. And what if you inherit a gun? The fact is that you can’t even transport a gun to wherever you might want to keep it without the proper training and a licence to possess the firearm. I recently took the Conservation and Outdoor Recreation Education (CORE) and Pos-
session and Acquisition Licence (PAL) training required of hunters and those who possess or own rifles and/or shotguns. Both courses include practical and written true/false and multiple choice exams before you receive the paper work needed to purchase or have a long gun in your possession or apply for a hunting licence.
I took the training to challenge myself because I have always had a serious fear of guns and a huge fear of bears and cougars. I didn’t sleep a wink (well hardly anyway) on a five day trip around the Bowron Lakes. But that is something else you will learn in the course — guns are not allowed in parks so you will have to rely on bear bells and
pepper spray to keep wild animals at bay. And maybe it would be fun to try target shooting sometime. If you are a novice to the gun world like I am I would recommend getting the CORE and PAL manuals well in advance of taking the course, not two weeks ahead of time like I did, with little time for study and review. Probably the hardest
part of the course for me was trying to remember how to identify all of the ungulates and so-o-o-oo-o-o many birds: where they live; what they eat; and hunting regulations regarding the various animals, etc. Bears and cougars I know. Some basic first aid and survival skills I learned in Bronze Medallion and First Aid
courses, but that’s all in the manual as well, along with guidelines for ethical hunting and how hunting fits in with wildlife management. The manual is available at the Williams Lake Library and your very own copy comes with the $200 CORE/ PAL course fee. See PAL/CORE Page A31
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CORE/PAL provides valuable safety training Continued From Page A30 Barry and Judy Jenkins have been teaching the courses for many years and provide lots of interesting information that isn’t necessarily included in the manual. Barry delivered an animated history of firearms from catapults hurling fire and rocks to wooden canons shooting sticks and stones, black powder muskets, and evolution of the wheelaction musket the Spaniards first used to conquer Central and South America. That wheel-action weapon of the conquistadors lives on in the Bic (and other) lighters of today and kick started the evolution to our modern rifles and shotguns. One of the interesting survival skills I learned about was delivered when Barry casually lit a piece of 04, very fine grain steel wool, using a flint stone fire starter (but watch out for the sparks). By all means bring along wooden matches
dipped in wax in a water tight container, but I like Barry’s idea. Honestly the steel wool will light even after getting wet and being shaken out a bit. But then you also have to make sure you carry along a good knife (maybe a little hatchet too) so that you can cut up the kindling needed to keep the fire going, the wild animals at bay, and prevent hypothermia. But I digress. The whole point of taking the CORE/PAL training is so that you learn how to handle and use rifles and shotguns in a safe and legal manner, and store and transport them in a legal and safe manner, and hunt in a safe, legal and ethical manner. And that means learning lots and lots of accident preventing measures spelled out in the acronym PROVE. The P stands for pointing the gun in a safe direction away from people, pets, animals and houses. Safe gun handling is a priority. Every firearm
Barry Jenkins demonstrates lighing a fire using a flint striker and fine grade steel wool a good skill to have when camping in the wilderness.
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Lisa Holm and Dustin Vike were among about 20 students who took the weekend CORE/ PAL training program held at the Williams Lake Sportsmen’s Association clubhouse at the end of January. The program teaches safe handling of long guns and regarding their use. should always be pointed in a safe direction and checked to make sure it is unloaded. The trigger should not be touched and the finger should be out of the trigger guard until you intend to shoot a game animal or target. Firearms should be unloaded, open and pointed in a safe direction when crossing fences, streams or other hazards. Always assume a gun is loaded. Control the muzzle and keep your finger off the trigger. Remove all ammunition and check the chamber. Once you have assured yourself there is no ammunition, look down the bore to see if it is blocked. (Yikes, the scariest part). I really had no idea that bullets will ricochet just as easily off water as they will off rocks and that some rifles can deliver a bullet up to four
kilometres. Scary, so you really need to be sure of your shot, and empty your gun before you cross a stream, climb over a fence, or navigate on slippery ground. We learned all sorts of safety protocols on how to clean, carry, and transport rifles and shotguns. For instance, never accept a gun that is loaded from another person. Get them to unload it before they pass it too you. Having never touched guns before made learning to unload, load and handle all the different types of rifles and shotguns laid out on the tables a trepidatious experience. That fear remained even though we were assured there were no firing pins in the weapons and there was no powder in the dummy bullets and shells.
Learning all the various parts of the guns, the way they work, and even how bullets and shells are made was fascinating. The B.C. Wildlife Federation of hunting
and shooting clubs developed the CORE program in the late 1960s as a way to try and reduce the number of hunting accidents in B.C. After the CORE training became mandatory
for hunters in 1974, Barry says the rate of hunting related deaths and injuries dropped dramatically. The federal PAL legislation came later in 1993. Previous to CORE/ PAL he says five to 11 people a year would be killed in hunting accidents in B.C. alone and there were as many as 23 non-fatal hunting accidents each year. Today the average is less than one fatal hunting accidents a year, and less than five non-fatal hunting accidents a year. Unfortunately, he says the biggest number of gun related deaths are by suicide. The firearms licence is only issued to applicants 18 years and older who complete the training, but there are also provisions in the legislation for minors to take the CORE training and hunt with a licensed adult. Getting a licence for a hand gun requires a separate course and licensing procedure.
Longtime CORE/PAL instructor Barry Jenkins (centre) talks with students about the various types of long guns and their operation.
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Shirley Marcotte
Carol Ann Taphorn
250-302-2756 Realtor
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Managing Broker/Realtor
1561 KITSUL ROAD NEW
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Susan Colgate
Adrian Kreis
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Owner/Realtor
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1701 FELKER ROAD
302 JERSEY PLACE
LOT 5 DUCKWORTH LAKE
6364 KEITHLEY CREEK RD
2007 SRI manufactured home The great open floor plan offers two large bedrooms. R2025969.
How about 5 acres on Duckworth Lake, close to McLeese Lake. Robertson Rd goes through the property. N246849.
6.40 acres on Keithley Creek. Property is located between Likely and the Cariboo River. N248271.
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3 bedroom Moduline with 12’x20’ addition. This unit is spotless a pleasure to show. R2017951.
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1188 2ND AVE. N
8 1406 S BROADWAY AVE
49-770 N. ELEVENTH AVE
86 EAGLE CRESCENT
39-1322 DOG CREEK ROAD
Great investment property. Original owner. 1 1/2 storey home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Needs updating but very clean. R2004991.
Starter home with a magnificent view of Williams Lake. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, air conditioner, wall unit. R2014528.
Nicely redone mobile in popular park in town. Lots of landscaping done and very private. . R2023117.
This home offers so many features they can’t all be named. 10 ft basement ceilings, quality fixtures. R2024461.
Amazing fully finished mobile with 2 bedrooms, located in Mountview Mobile Home Park. R2029908.
LOT 3 HAGGENS POINT RD
LOT 31 PRITCHARD RD
1905 BOE PL
A 1160 DIXON ROAD
218 LIKELY ROAD
Remarkable 3 bedroom home with an open floor plan with a cozy feel! This home is a must see! R2000953.
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Spacious country home with large bay window and wraparound decks on 2 acres with established perennial garden. RR2001813.
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Spectacular private lakeshore on Quesnel lake! The ultimate recreation property! 4.47 acres gives you endless possibilities! R2015077.
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3494 S CHIMNEY LAKE RD
2117 KINGLET ROAD
1212 MIDNIGHT DRIVE
747 WINGER RD
2643 SELKIRK RD
Great summer retreat or year round home in Chimney Lake area. All new windows in 2014. N244669.
Great family home located 10 minutes from Williams Lake. The option of an inlaw suite. R2030844.
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Fantastic Log home minutes from the city centre on 2 acres of park land, custom built for this owner. . N243867.
Stunning home with Dream kitchen, finished basement, geothermal heating, water softener. MLS R2030958.
27 1406 S BROADWAY AVE
LOT B PRITCHARD DRIVE
4130 GAVIN LAKE ROAD
2 bdrm, 2 bath, double wide with fantastic view of Williams Lake, family room with open concept. N247852.
Great 5 acre building lot in Big Lake. This acreage is on a paved road. N246252.
What a property out on Gavin Lake Rd.! Over 87 acres of wildlife and adventure pure. R2031032.
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3140 HORSEFLY ROAD . . . . . . . $195,000 SOLD 142 EAGLE CRESCENT . . . . . . . $368,000 SOLD 3754 HORSEFLY ROAD . . . . . . . $525,000 SOLD 5221 BELLS LAKE ROAD . . . . . $415,000 SOLD
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