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Fire Zone might be on chopping block Harwood to meet with Ministry officials Keith McNeill

Youngsters learn how to heli-ski Top photo: Youngsters line up with Mike Wiegele (l) and their instructors as they get ready to fly up to Saddle Mountain from Mike Wiegele Heli-sk Resort on Saturday morning. The weekly learn-to-ski program is available without charge to the sons and daughters of resort employees, and at a nominal charge for those from elsewhere in the North Thompson Valley. Two weeks ago about dozen from Simpcw First Nation took part. Centre left: A sno-cat waits at the bottom of a cleared and groomed run on Saddle Mountain to take the young skiers up for another run. Bottom left: (L-r) Instructors Polly Layton, Guenther Winkel and Sebastien Barlerir, Charlie Guinn and Mike Wiegele present six-year-old Keenan Crawford with the Tiger Cup for being the most sportsmanlike participant in the kids program this winter. Keenan has been skiing since he was two, "... almost before he could walk," says his mother. The kids program is now over but an Easter camp is coming up. Photos by Keith McNeill

The provincial government is considering closing Clearwater Fire Zone, Mayor John Harwood reported to town council during its March 15 meeting. “The possible implications include loss of of people and jobs, less equipment and longer callout times,” he said. “It’s not just Clearwater that would be involved, but also Valemount and McBride,” Harwood added. The mayor said he intends to meet with the head of the Kamloops Fire Centre soon to discuss the issue. Councillor Barry Banford, who

was operations manager with the former Clearwater Forest District before his retirement, is providing the mayor with a list of concerns to take to the meeting. Clearwater Fire Zone, which is located in the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources Operations office on Highway 5, presently is headed by a forest protection officer, with help from a forest protection technician, a forest protection assistant, and an operations assistant. Typically it also has one or two three-person Initial Attack crews stationed here during the summer months. How many staff would remain if the fire zone closes is not yet clear.

Receiver seeking new Brookfield Mall owner Keith McNeill

Boale, Wood and Company Ltd., the trustees for Brookfield Mall since it went into receivership last summer, has confirmed that discussions are being held with a prospective client for the space in the mall formerly used by Safety Mart. Company spokesperson John McEown has also confirmed that the mall will be listed for sale shortly. Brookfield Mall

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was built in the early 1970s with Safety Mart as its main business. Buy-Low Foods bought out Safety Mart in November, 2013. The grocery business moved into its new 25,000 sq. ft. location in the new Clearwater Shopping Centre next to Highway 5 almost exactly one year later. Since then Interior Savings Credit Union and Pharmasave have moved from

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Brookfield Mall to the new shopping centre (although Pharmasave still maintains a small outlet at the mall). Last Saturday the coffee shop Bayley’s Bistro served its last lunch at the mall. Owner Noreen Venables will be working at Lacarya Golf Course. At present the only remaining businesses at Brookfield Mall are Royal Bank, BC Liquor Store, The Grooming Shop, and Clearwater Times.

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(L-r) Kris Olson and her son, Olin Fullen, receive a handcrafted quilt made and presented by Gertie McKeown of Dr. Helmcken Hospital Auxiliary. Olin, born Feb. 12 in Blackpool, was the first boy of 2016 in our area. He weighed six lb. 14 oz. at birth. Proud dad is Jordan Fullen. Also bursting with pride are grandparents Pete and Jane Olson, and Len and Jen Fullen. First baby of the year was Seneh Gurdev Kaur Dhanoa, daughter of Baljinder and Amanpreet Dhanoa, who was born Jan. 19. Photo submitted

Wells Gray Service Centre is a hidden jewel in the forest “A lot of people don’t know we’re here. They think it’s still an autobody shop. They don’t know what we do now.” That’s the complaint of Rhys Williams, owner of Wells Gray Service Centre, which is located at the end of Kennedy Road in the Wyndhaven area of Clearwater. Wells Gray Service Centre offers three main areas of service, Williams says. These are full-service automotive repair, small engine repair, and septic tank servicing. The automotive repair shop features the work of mechanic Marcel Fauchon. “Marcel has been in this area for 30 years and has earned the trust of the community through being honest, fair and reliable,”Williams says. Auto-body work, which was formerly done at the location, is no longer part of the business profile. However, the auto repair shop does offer service for all makes and

Rhys Williams (l) talks with driver Norm Treseng about septic tank servicing. (L-r) Marcel Fauchon, Rhys Williams and CJ Hodges check out a car brought in for servicing at Wells Gray Service Centre.

models, including diesel trucks. They also do lifts for trucks for those who want more ground clearance. Also on staff and taking primary responsibility for the small engine repair shop is Dave Pattison, a 35-year qualified mechanic. “I recently saw the need for small engine repair in this area,” says Williams. “People want to be able to drop off their chainsaw or lawnmower

and have it fixed in a timely and professional manner, which is what Dave does.” “Dave’s motto for the small engine business is, ‘At Wells Gray Service Centre, we start what we finish,’” Williams adds. The third area of service at Wells Gray Service Centre is septic tank service, offered since Williams bought out Clearwater Septic Service a few weeks ago. In addition to pump-

ing and disposal of sludge from septic tanks, Wells Gray Service Centre also provides rental portable toilets for construction sites, weddings and other special events. A fourth area of service will be coming soon – automotive detailing by Rhys’ wife, Melanie Williams. This will involved the complete cleaning of cars and trucks, inside and out, including shampooing of carpets and seats.

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Rhys and Melanie have three daughters, which tightens their ties to the community, he believes. Also located in the Wells Gray Service Centre is Reliable Traffic Control. Previously owned by Williams, it now has a new owner who leases the office space there. Originally from Kelowna, Williams worked in Abbotsford and White Rock before coming to Clearwater. He had some friends who live here and he was intrigued by the potential the area offers.

About five years ago the young entrepreneur bought what was called Wells Gray Auto-body and since then has evolved the business into what is now Wells Gray Service Centre today. “My background means I come from the old school,” he says. “A handshake and a look in the eye means everything. We back up what we say. If a person has a problem, let us know. We’re willing to negotiate in any situation.” A PAID ADVERTISING FEATURE

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Winning ticket brings shopping spree at Buy-Low Foods store Gerry Tisdale (centre) gets congratulated by Buy-Low manager Sandy Toma (r) and assistant manager Glenn Hyokki after successfully collecting $210.50 worth of groceries during a 50-second shopping spree at the store on Saturday morning, March 19. Left: The lucky shopper grabs cartons of food in the meat department during his 50-second spree. He was only allowed to take a maximum of two of each item, to a maximum of $500 total. Tisdale is the author of the TisToon cartoons in the Times. Photos by Keith McNeill

More recycling needed Keith McNeill Thompson-Nicola Regional District has made good progress in achieving higher rates of recycling and reducing the amount of solid waste going into landfills, according to Mayor John Harwood. However, it is going to have to do even more if it is going to meet the provincial targets over the next five years, he said. Reporting to town council during its March 15 meeting, Harwood said one difficulty faced by the regional district is

that it is not a client of MMBC (Multi-Material BC), a nonprofit organization financed by industry to manage residential packaging recycling in the province. The larger companies that produce the packaging materials help pay for the recycling system, Harwood said. If the TNRD was a client, it would reduce its costs by half. “This means we have an uneven playing field in the province,” the mayor said. Harwood made his report as the District of Clearwater

representative on the TNRD board of directors. MMBC was quite controversial when it first began several years ago, with some municipalities and regional districts choosing not to opt in because of what they saw as vague and open-ended contracts. According to a report from TNRD staff to the regional district’s solid waste management committee, waste generation at TNRD facilities was 517 km/person/year in 2015, compared to a provincial average of 536 kg/person/year.

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Clearwater’s seniors luncheon program is a success and should continue, town council decided during its March 15 meeting. “The lunches are getting seniors out who would otherwise stay at home, from not just Clearwater but outlying areas as well,” said councillor Shelley Sim. Between 60 and 80

typically attend each lunch, which are organized by coordinator Lynne Frizzle and include speakers on relevant topics, Sim said. The program's success involves more than just lunches. Seniors also go on field trips by bus and attend events such as a recent figure-skating show. She noted that Wells Gray Seniors

Society is applying for grants to continue the program but there is no guarantee they will be successful. Sim made a motion that the municipality fund the lunch program for seven months or up to $6,000, in the event that the socieity

is not successful in getting grants. There was some discussion about which line item in the budget the money would come from, or whether a new line item (and budget) would be needed, but eventually the motion passed.

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The offices of the District of Clearwater “Municipal Hall” and ICBC/Motor Vehicle are located at: Dutch Lake Community Centre, 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N2 Mailing Address: Box 157, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N0 Tel: 250-674-2257 Fax: 250-674-2173 Open Burning Prohibited during within the DistrictWeek, of Clearwater Recognition of Volunteers Volunteer April 10-16, 2016 The open fire prohibition applies to: The District of Clearwater Council is inviting nominations for the District’s “Distinguished Service Award” – to  Burning of any yard waste, slash or other materials larger than one-half meters formally individuals  acknowledge Burning of stubble or grasswho have dedicated their time and service to the community. There are two categories of nominees: 1) Youth – 18 years and under  The use of fireworks, sky lanterns or burning barrels of any size or description The [prohibition does NOT ban campfires 2) Adult Unless otherwise posted this prohibition remains in effect until October 1, 2015.

Nomination forms must be completed and received by 4:30 pm on April 4th, 2016, and are available from the Notice of 2015 Water Regulations District Municipal Hall or the www.districtofclearwater.com. Watering regulations will website: be in effect from May 15th to September 30th, 2015. Watering Hours – Between 6:00am to 10:00am Grant in Aid for North Thompson Musicians Guildand from 6:00pm to 10:00pm (Properties with even numbered water held on even numbered days;approved and properties with odd numbered houses Council, at theirhouses Regularmay Meeting on March 15, 2016, a funding request from the Northmay Thompson water on odd numbered days). Musicians Guild in the amount of $1,800 towards hosting nine (9) summer evening music events at the Dutch is not allowed between the hours of 10:00am and 6:00pm. Watering between the hours of LakeWatering Community Centre. 12:00 midnight and 6:00am is restricted to automatic systems controlled by a timer and must be registered

(annually) at the District office. Residents with new lawns must register with the District Office for Business Licence & Regulation Bylaw No. 124 Adopted permission to water daily until the new lawn grows long enough to be cut. After the first cut the resident At themust Regular Meeting of Council held on March 15th, 2016, Council adopted Business Licence & Regulation revert to regular sprinkling regulations. Bylaw No. 124, which will regulate the carrying on of business with the District of Clearwater. The Bylaw does Otherinto Water Uses All hoses1,used outdoors should be equipped working spring-loaded shut-off not come force until–January 2017, therefore, business licenceswith are anot required for 2016. Information device. watering and handwithin washing vehicles withyear. a spring shut off nozzle packages willHand be mailed outoftoplants all businesses theofDistrict laterused in the Bylawloaded No. 124 is posted on or the a hand held container is permitted at any time. District’ s website for your information.

Events Calendar FireSmart Task Force Appointments The District of Clearwater advertises local events both on their website www.districtofclearwater.com and in The purpose of the FireSmart Force is tolike develop a communication/education a focus on educatour bi-monthly newsletter.Task If you would to include your event, please emailstrategy, details towith admin@docbc.ca. ing private property owners to becoming FireSmart. Council has appointed the following to the Fire Smart Task CommunityMike Events Force: Smith, Fire Chief/FireSmart Coordinator June 12th, 2015 Opening of the Hospital Rim Trail – 4:45pm at the old Hospital parking lot thRalph Sunderman, Weyerhaeuser Subdivision, Neighbourhood June 17 , 2015 Information sessions on draft Trails Network Master Plan; Dutch Lake Community Chuck Emery, Candle Creek Centre 2-4pm andNeighbourhood 6-8pm Come and check it out! Warren MacLennan, Raft River Neighbourhood UpcomingJim Meetings of Council: of Public Jones, Representative WildfiWelcome. re Services – Clearwater Fire Zone June 16thWayne , 2015 Wysoski, Infrastructure of & theMarshall Whole Meeting 1:00pm Chance Committee Breckenridge McRae of–the Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department June 16thGeorge , 2015 Brcko, Regular Meeting – 2:00pm WellsCouncil Gray Community Forest Councillor Barry Banford Keep updated with what’s happening in the District on our website www.districtofclearwater.com and “Like” us on Facebook.

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Heart and Stroke volunteers appreciate the support Editor, The Times:

Thank-you Clearwater for making 2016 the best year for the local Heart and Stroke campaign. Your donations, time and effort you have put into the campaign have paid off. We have raised over $7,000 this year! Huge thanks for all the volunteers for your many hours, going door to door, and volunteering at Buy-Low Foods. To Buy-Low Foods, the volunteers always commented on your how kind and helpful the staff were. As for the staff at the Wells

Gray Hotel, I really appreciate all you do to support Heart and Stroke. Hotel owners Jeff and Bonnie Ruttan support the Heart and Stroke volunteers and make my job job easier. Thank you to the North Thompson Times for their support every year. Thank-you again Clearwater for your research dollars. Heart and Stroke Foundation has come a long way. Since 1952, the cardiovascular death rate in Canada has declined by more than 75 per cent

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– and nearly 40 per cent in the last decade – largely due to research advances in surgical procedures, drug therapies and prevention efforts. Research is continuing; prevention is key. You can do your part by eating right and living well. This includes being active. Congratulations to Joe Short, the winner of the Heart and Stroke gift basket.

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Have we been living on the site of a mega-disaster for years and years without realizing it? When your editor first came to Clearwater several decades ago, someone tried to tell me that Dutch Lake was originally a volcanic crater – even though the lake is surrounded by sand and gravel, not by lava or other volcanic debris. Now many people recognize that it is a kettle lake – formed by a big chunk of ice melting after it was left behind by a glacier. Kettle lakes are quite common across the northern part of this continent and other places around the world that were previously covered with glaciers. Thoreau's Walden Pond is a kettle lake, as are many of the small lakes across the prairies. Most kettle lakes are found on flat land – the remains of the outwash plains found downstream from retreating glaciers. An exception is when the kettle lake was formed by a jökulhlaups – the sudden drainage of an iceformed lake. Dutch Lake is not in a flat plain. In fact, it is surrounded by sizeable ridges and bumps made of sand, gravel and rounded rocks. Recently, I was able to ask Dr. Cathie Hickson, a geologist who has done extensive work on the volcanoes of Wells Gray Park, if it was possible that Dutch Lake had been caused by a jökulhlaups. Here is her reply: “You are absolutely correct. Damming around Spahats was likely the culprit, leading to a jökulhlaups with deposition of large ice blocks at the confluence. The bay on the east side (of Dutch Lake) is actually a scoured channel. “Also because of the change in the size of the valley, any outwash slows dramatically when it disgorges from the Clearwater into the (North) Thompson River. That is why there are the very large sand banks along the North Thompson. Also the constriction downstream south of Blackpool on the North Thompson led to a lot of water backing up northward into the Clearwater and

North Thompson, likely as far as Birch Island.” In other words, several thousand years ago a glacier dammed the Clearwater River near Spahats, forming a lake upstream. Such ice dams are inherently unstable and, when it let go, it washed big chunks of ice and a whole load of rocks and gravel downstream, forming what today is Dutch Lake and surrounding areas. It would have been an amazing sight to see – hopefully from a safe distance, of course. The history of Dutch Lake is just one of many stories that we are learning about the geological history of this area. People who know about such things tell us that no other place in the world (including Iceland) has a more unique mix of glacial and volcanic features than does Wells Gray Park and area. It is to preserve those unique geological features, plus important biological assets such as mountain caribou as well as the area's First Nations and pioneer cultural heritage that people have proposed creating a Global Geopark here. Recently, however, that effort seems to have stalled. Where to locate the boundaries for the Geopark seems to be one sticking point. The volcanoes of Wells Gray Park are a good core to start from but there are so many other features that could be included, such as natural rock bridges, waterfalls, inland rain forests, petroglyphs and so on, that it is hard to know where to draw the line. Including more communities brings in more resources to help promote and develop the Geopark idea. On the other hand, if the proposed area becomes too large it loses any unifying theme and the Geopark concept becomes meaningless. Governments can only do so much. Consultants can only do so much. If the people of the North Thompson Valley want a Global Geopark for this area, then it will happen. If we find we have other priorities, then it won't. It's as simple as that.

Seeking to start a band for Clearwater Editor, The Times

Since coming to Clearwater in 2007, I have thought many times, “Where is the community band/ orchestra?” (Who ever heard of a May Day parade without a band?) I have greatly missed the opportu-

nity to play in such a band, having over the years played in bands as large as 43-piece. I finally decided to investigate the feasibility of starting such a band in Clearwater. The opportunities to serve the com-

munity are endless, for example, May Day parade, July 1 concerts, music in the park and Christmas concerts. Is there anyone out there who plays a woodwind instrument (i.e. sax, clarinet, oboe, etc), a brass instrument (i.e.

trumpet, trombone, tuba, euphonium, baritone, etc.) flute, piccolo, percussion, etc.? It could also incorporate strings (optional), which would make it an orchestra. These would include violin, cello, viola, upright

bass, etc. If you can read music, play such an instrument and are interested, please contact me at 250674-4008 or email calvinlutz2@gmail. com

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Question of the Week

Do you think we should do away with Daylight Saving Times?

Abbey Bates: Yes, I have 13 clocks.

Don Cavaghan:

Yes, I don't believe it benefits the way it was intended to. Certainly there are a lot of mishaps during the days after, especially with traffic.

Edwina Kurta:

Yes, definitely. I don't think we need that really early morning light. Every morning is getting lighter anyways.

Joan Smith:

Yes, because it's hard to get the children to go to sleep when it's light outside.

Jodie Phillips (with Jaden):

I'm indifferent. I don't like it and I have little kids who sleep in, but it's part of Canadian life.

Bailing out Bombarier might be a good idea Editor, The Times:

In an age where 'free market' capitalism had to be bailed out to the tune of billion 'nay' trillions of taxpayers dollars to prop up banks in the U.S. and indeed around the world, it shouldn't be a problem to give a company like Bombardier, a company that actually makes something, a little government money. After the near banking meltdown of 2007-08, in which, to prevent absolute anarchy the banksters and money manglers were handed a lot of taxpayers' largesse. After all, when the fuel and food

dry up, there would be rioting and blood on the streets! No waiting for the free market tooth fairy to repair things. Hereby lies the rub. What company would be gross enough to ask for federal money one day then the next announce layoffs of a couple thousand workers here in Canada the next? (Especially a Quebec company). What horse-blinders corporate culture would make company execs think they can get away with it? Well, when one thinks about it, quite a few. When Caterpillar,

Sterling Trucks and others, after having received a lot of government largesse in the form of grants and tax breaks, simply folded their tents and departed for more favourable climes nothing much was said. It was a 'business decision' said Stephen Harper, implying some form of sacredness to the whole thing. But Harper's everythingfor-the-corporation regime is long gone. There is, hopefully, a new regime, a new act more in tune of the needs of the rest of Canada – maybe?

Actually, when one thinks about it, it's not a bad scene. Air Canada buying 10 of Bombardier's new jets – keep it in Canada – might 'cheese off' the globalizers and TPP pushers, but for the rest of us, if those Bombardier jets are as good as they say (we don't want another Ross Rifle), then what's the

problem with federal support for Bombardier? The problem here is, like the tinman, these Bombardier execs need to get a brain. These Bombardier 'high flyers' think they have one. That's the problem!

Dennis Peacock Clearwater, B.C.

Tuberculosis is a global problem Editor, The Times:

The prophets of doom have been proven correct. Largely due to global apathy, tuberculosis has become the world’s greatest communicable killer, even greater than HIV/ AIDS. For years the wealthy nations of the world have stood by and dismissed TB as a third world problem, considered only after such things as local politics and geopolitical considerations have been dealt with. But just because the world stands still doesn’t mean the TB bacillus does, and ever-increas-

ingly virulent strains have evolved, overcoming once-effective antibiotic treatments. TB is a disease of destitution, and while treatment can often still be effective, the disease thrives whenever deeply impoverished living conditions are found, which is why it remains endemic in many of Canada’s Aboriginal communities. March 24 is World TB Day, a chance for Canada to publicly renew its commitment to global TB treatment via the Global Fund, now due for replenishment. But as TB is a symptom of deep pov-

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YEARS AGO:

BC Tel was conducting a house-tohouse survey in Upper Clearwater to determine the number of people who wished to have telephones installed, company representatives told Central North Thompson Chamber of Commerce. Added services were to be provided in Blackpool, Star Lake and Sunshine Valley. After several years of dormancy, Blue River Ski Club came back into action. Ron Dash was elected president, Dick Marven, vice-president, and Don Nelson, secretarytreasurer.

YEARS AGO: Two hundred people were likely to be employed at a new mill being constructed near Vavenby by Kamloops Pulp and Paper Co.

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Until recently the company had operated mills in Merritt, Lumby and Avola. In 1969 it acquired the Blue River sawmill, and in 1970 it purchased two Kamloops mills.

YEARS AGO: Little Fort rancher Loy Jim made history at the 58th annual Provincial Bull Sale, winning nearly all of the prizes in the Hereford line, including the Grand Champion trophy. Master of ceremonies Mike Boscott introduced Major General George R. Pearkes, Mrs. Pearkes and other honored guests at the official opening of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259's new home, situated in Lower Clearwater. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing had great potential in Wells Gray Park, said Central

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BACK IN TIME North Thompson Chamber of Commerce member Barry Clarke. These types of activities would help develop tourism as a secondary industry, he felt.

YEARS AGO: Teachers and students from Toronto to California were expected to attend a reunion for Clearwater Elementary/High School for the years 1952-65, scheduled for July 4, 5 and 6. A covered skating area at Blue River School was proving a great success. Well over 100 people came out for its grand opening.

YEARS AGO: Clearwater General Store, an area landmark for about 40 years, was destroyed in a fire. The original building, located next to the bridge of the North Thompson, had been built in the late 1930s or early 1940s, and was sheeted in with apple boxes and crates. Before a bank was established in Clearwater, workers would cash their pay cheques at the store. At the time of the fire the building was being used to store sports equipment and upholstery supplies, and as a canoe factory.

YEARS AGO: An opportunity to establish secondary manufacturing of wood products was restricted due to a Ministry of Forests decision. Local sawmill owner Joe Wadlegger was advised that a proposal he had developed for a value added sale had been rejected. Wood that Wadlegger and Clearwater craftsman Danny Boudreau had wanted to make into tongue and groove lumber, or into fine furniture, was instead to be sold to a Tappen log home company.

YEARS AGO: Initial plans for a new multi-level health care facility were presented to members of the medical staff, hospital and school boards and others for comment. The design showed five wings radiating out of a central core. After almost three years of discussions, the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans decided not to sell Clearwater Hatchery to Clearwater Improvement District or other local organizations for a nominal sum. Instead, it was to be disposed of through a normal public tender process.

YEARS AGO: A million dollar fire destroyed SlocanVavenby's repair shop next to its Vavenby sawmill. The fire started at 9:35 a.m. and quickly consumed the entire 60 foot by 120 foot wooden structure, which had been built in 1955. Fortunately, another repair shop, located between 80 to 100 feet from the sawmill, was not damaged. The lost building was totally insured.

YEARS AGO: Pete Pelton was named one of British Columbia's 2006 Community Achievement Award recipients. Chosen out of 44 candidates, Pelton was a source of inspiration and local employment after creating a successful business that utilized valueadded white birch timber and distributed it primarily to Japan. Upgrades to a section of Clearwater Valley Road were expected to help keep the road from washing out and cutting off access to Wells Gray Provincial Park. Clearwater Valley Road was the main access point for local residents and tourists in the Wells Gray Provincial Park region. "In past years, heavy rainfall had washed out sections of the road, leaving people stranded," said MLA Kevin Krueger.

YEARS AGO: Telus announced plans to construct new cellphone towers at Vavenby, Wire Cache and Blue River. The towers would go up within two or three years, said a company spokesperson. Total cost of the project, which included three towers elsewhere in the TNRD, would be $2.5 million. Local governments should organize a mining forum for the Valley, said

Authors say thanks Wells Gray Writers Circle representative Sandra Holmes presents Lynne Frizzle with a certificate of appreciation for the work she did helping in the publication of the group's latest book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wells Gray Writersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Circle Collected Works 2015." The presentation was made during a book launch held March 17 at Clearwater Library.

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UNBC researcher Don Manson. Mining companies doing exploration work in the area didn't know what the others are doing, not to mention what's available locally in terms of suppliers, contractors and potential employees, he said. The forum was just one idea in a draft community economic development plan Manson was working on.

YEAR AGO: A slim majority of Upper Clearwater property owners opted to continue a grant-in-aid for Upper Clearwater Hall for one more year. However, they were divided in what should happen after that, with 48 per cent indicating the grant should continue, 35 per cent saying the money for the grant should not be collected but the grant-in-aid service should remain in place, and 29 per cent saying the service should end. A letter to the editor from Wendy Bentley of Kamloops told about her meeting in Fiji Ray Chandra, a Fijian who taught at Birch Island for four years in the late 1960s. Chandra later got his Ph.D. and returned to Fiji. CSS students Jacob Madden won a gold medal in carpentry in a regional Skills Canada competition in Kamloops, while Larson Wadlegger won gold in welding and fabricating.

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Snowpacks at near-normal levels Kamloops This Week Snowpacks in the South and North Thompson watersheds are slightly above normal, with 80 per cent of snowfall complete for the season. The B.C. River Forecast Centre warned some Interior rivers in the Nicola and Okanagan valleys could experience flooding with the combination of higher than average snowpacks and an early melt. Snowpacks in the North Thompson watershed are at 115 per cent of normal, while they are 111 per cent in the South Thompson.

Wet weather through February boosted snowpacks across the province. The River Forecast Centre warned this year’s spring freshet will come earlier across much of the province. Average temperatures across B.C. were 1.4 C above normal for the past three months. “Seasonal forecasts from Environment Canada are indicating a high likelihood of abovenormal temperatures across British Columbia over the March to May period and an increased chance of warmer than normal temperature through the extended forecast period into the summer months,” the bulletin said

Auxiliary helps hospital The new ‘Spacelabs system’ that Dr. Helmcken Hospital Auxiliary helped to fund in now installed at the hospital. In the photo, Dorothy Crandell (third from left) of nursing services explains the system to Auxiliary members (l-r) Winnie Nelson, Sue Ludtke, Ena Chiasson, Margaret Dallamore, Gertie McKeown, Marion Hall and Gail Capostinsky. Cardiac monitoring systems are a key piece of equipment in rural emergency departments. The Spacelabs system allows for patient diagnostic information to be uploaded to the Interior Health portal and viewed by physicians at tertiary care centres. Also pictured are an Auxiliary funded stretcher and defibrillator. Photo submitted

New grant helps School District 73 connect students with their future B.C. Government Caucus KAMLOOPS – Local students will get some help exploring their options for high-tech and trades training thanks to $25,000 from the B.C. government to launch the Shoulder Tappers program in School District 73. The Shoulder Tappers program enlists career co-ordinators or recruitment specialists who work closely with students to help them connect with trades and technical training – as well as on-the-job experience. Co-ordinators help mentor elementary and secondary school students and facilitate student access to technical, academic and vocational courses in industries as diverse as aircraft engineering, heavy-duty mechanics, information technology and early-childhood education. The co-ordinators also work closely with employers, the Industry Training Authority and the CES Career Education Society to connect students with opportunities. “This new program will help students in the Kamloops/Thompson School District prepare for rewarding careers by connecting them to the training and mentorship they need to fit into a vibrant workforce,” Kamloops-South Thompson MLA Todd Stone said. “Working in partnership with educators, employers and community leaders shows strength in numbers and demonstrates our government’s commitment to giving students the best education possible,” Kamloops-North Thompson MLA Terry Lake said. In December, the provincial government announced a similar program worth $5 million for 15 districts in northern B.C. in partnership with Northern Development Initiative Trust. Funding support from Northern Development allowed the Ministry

of Education to extend the program to more districts this year. The government launched B.C.’s Skills for Jobs Blueprint in April 2014 to re-engineer education and training so British Columbians are first in line for careers of tomorrow. The Shoulder Tappers initiative helps government meet this goal. Over the next three years, new K-12 curriculum is being phased in with new standards in mathematics, sciences, and applied design, skills and technology. It supports opportunities for students to develop the problem-solving and creative thinking skills they need for success in B.C`s tech sector.

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Clearwater RCMP report that on Saturday, March 12, at approximately 8:15 p.m. two males broke into the basement of a residence on the Flats area of Clearwater while the homeowner was upstairs. Suspect 1: • Aboriginal male; • Full stubble beard; • Late 20s; • Approximately 5'9”; • Bulky build; • Beady eyes; • Dark brown or black hair; • Darker zip up sweater (no hood on it). Suspect 2: • Caucasian male; • Approximately 6'0”; • White coloured ball cap; • Black hoodie.

On March 18 stopped a vehicle for speeding near Little Fort. The driver was arrested as he was in possession of marijuana, which was seized by the RCMP. The driver was also issued a ticket for speeding.

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On March 10 a small electric welder was stolen from a residence at Raft River mobile home park on Scott Drive. The welder is described as red and black in colour, wire fed and valued at approximately $800.

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On March 12 a male was arrested for assaulting his common-law partner earlier in the afternoon. He was held in custody and taken to appear in Kamloops Provincial Court.

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Clearwater RCMP are seeking the general public’s help pertaining to the break and enter as well as the theft of welder investigations. Anyone with any information is asked to call Clearwater RCMP 250-674-2237 or Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477.

Changes That Heal We seven women of Changes That Heal are pleased to advocate and empower our community to live safely in healthy relationships. We envision a community where women and children live free from violence and abuse.

Accomplishments of Changes That Heal so far: • We brought the BC Lions with their “Be More Than a Bystander” program to the Clearwater High School and organized the event in Feb 2014. • We commemorated “Take Back The Night” (an international event, held worldwide with the mission of ending violence against women in all forms) with Free Community BBQ’s at the Dutch Lake Beach in September 2014 and 2015. These events included local musicians and guest speakers. Both events were well attended. We plan for these BBQ’s to become annual events. • We participate in community events providing information to the public about violence against women. • We partner with other community groups to provide information and support to our community. • We participate in Christmas craft sales to pay for our events, informational pamphlets, posters and more. • We sponsored and facilitated several “Ladies Colourful Night’s Out” (Jan-Mar 2016) to encourage conversation and support among women of all ages and backgrounds. • We are also continuing our poster campaign to educate the public about violence against women. We have many plans for the future so watch for more advertising and for notices on Facebook.

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Members of Rodeo Rednecks 4-H Club pose for a group photo during a speech night held recently in Blackpool Hall. Pictured are (back, l-r) Natalia Biagioni, Billy Biagioni, Keltie Arndt, Paige Weninger, Payton Munson, Hannah Kershaw, Sage Barstow, Jessica Stefanyk, (front, l-r) Mackenzie Ross, Katie Biagioni, Ellie Thompson, Mia Thompson, Kelly Ludbrook, and Andrew Ludbrook. Photo submitted

Close competition during 4-H speech night Kelly Ludbrook, club reporter Rodeo Rednecks 4-H Club held its 2016 speech night at the Blackpool Hall on Sunday, Feb. 28. It was a fairly close competition. In the Clover Bud category, Katie Biagioni and Mia Thompson tied in first place. Mia’s topic was ‘Big Ben’ this year, and Katie’s was ‘Hunting’. In the Pre-Club category, Ellie Thompson placed first with her speech 'Tooth Fairies’. In the Junior category, Mackenzie Ross came

in first with her speech about disabled barrel racer Amberly Snyder, with Payton Munson following in second with her speech ‘Overcoming my Fear’. And last but not least, following close behind in third place were Jessica Stefanyk and Kelly Ludbrook, with Jessica’s speech 'The History of 4-H in Canada’ and Kelly’s speech ‘Trail Riding in 4-H’. It was a great night. It was clear that everyone enjoyed the speeches and the wonderful meal, as well as the potluck of cookies and cakes that everyone so kindly brought.

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Blackpool Fire Department seeks members Keith McNeill What level of fire protection do the residents of Blackpool want and how much are they willing to do and pay to get there? Those were the questions that Scott Thomas, the new chief of the Blackpool Volunteer Fire Department, and deputy fire chief Mike Savage wanted answers to during a presentation madeTuesday, March 15, at Blackpool Hall. The presentation was part of townhall meeting held by Carol Schaffer, Thompson-Nicola Regional District director for Area A (Wells Gray Country). The fire department is well-equipped and working on a 20-year plan of improvements, Thomas and Savage said. However, with just 16 members they barely have enough firefighters to cover a basic callout. If things get more complicated or if

members are away on a highway rescue call (there is quite a bit of overlap with Clearwater and District Highway Rescue), then they are dependent on mutual aid from Clearwater. “We need people,” Savage said. “Sixteen is not enough. At a fire we need at least two two-person attack teams, and then we need a rescue team to get us out if there's a problem. Add to that the pump operator, the safety officer, the incident commander and we need a minimum of 10 just to roll.” Improvements done recently include having a generator at the firehall so it can operate even if there is no power, a well at the hall to fill the tanker and bladders, and an extension on the hall to house a second fire engine when they get it. Waiting for Trans Mountain decision One of the other topics discussed during the meeting was progress on develop-

ing a community park on land adjacent to Blackpool Hall. Longtime resident Hans Krauseneck said former TNRD director Bert Walker had obtained funds to improve the park 10 years ago. “All we wanted was to clear the land, level it, and seed some grass. That would have done the trick,” he said. “Now you're talking $203,000. Who wants to spend $203,000 on a park?” Wells Gray Country services coordinator Sherri Madden said just doing the ground work for the park would cost $30,000 to $40,000 – work that Kinder Morgan has offered to do for free. While the existing pipeline is on the far side of the proposed park, the rightof way runs right through the middle of it. If the pipeline is twinned as proposed, the second line would run on the side closer to the hall. Any improvements done beforehand would therefore

Old-growth forest park proclaimed Tom Fletcher, Black Press

B.C.'s newest Class A provincial park is an 11,000-hectare expanse of the world's only inland temperate rainforest east of Prince George. Called the Ancient Forest/Chun T'oh Wudujut, the region is being added to B.C.'s parks by legislation introduced this week. Premier Christy Clark said the province is also applying to have the park named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. "Dedicated volunteers and community members have worked for years to protect this special habitat," said Shirley Bond, MLA for Prince George-Valemount. "Several of the trees in this historic natural wonder are more than 1,000 years old, with trunks measuring up to 16 metres around." Darwyn Coxson, professor of ecosystem science at the University of Northern B.C., said there is great interest in the oldest trees. "We've counted to about 1,200 to 1,300 years, and we think they're older than that," Coxson said. "The big cedar stands are in very protected, sheltered sites at the base of the mountain where there are lots of springs. It's very moist and it prevents forest

fires from going into these stands, so they're very localized microclimates." He said about two thirds of the ancient cedar stands in the region have been logged over the years, and the park and surrounding old-growth management areas protect the rest. The park is a joint project of the provincial government, the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation and the Caledonia Ramblers Hiking Society, which signed an agreement in July 2015 to protect the area's ancient cedar stands. The society built and maintains three kilometres of hiking trails through the forest that saw 20,000 visitors in 2015. The legislation makes other parks changes: • a 136-hectare marine foreshore addition to Halkett Bay Marine Park in Howe Sound, to protect a recently discovered glass sponge reef southeast of Gambier Island

be torn up. The federal government recently postponed making a decision on the pipeline project until December. The postponement means that the park project likely will not go ahead before the spring of 2018, said Schaffer. “We will know one way or another in December ... unless they postpone again,” said Schaffer. Schaffer said she would like to hold a townhall meeting in each of the four sections of Area A each year. She held a meeting in Vavenby the evening before the one in Blackpool. The meeting for East Blackpool likely will be held later in the spring so it can be done outside, as there is no community hall there. The meeting for Upper Clearwater likely will also be held outside later in the spring because of the controversy involving the hall there.

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Trails through the Ancient Forest built by a local volunteer society saw 20,000 visitors in 2015. B.C. government photo

• additions including private land acquisition of 2.2 hectares of land at Prudhomme Lake Park near Prince Rupert, 263 hectares added to Okanagan Mountain Park and 28.5 hectares added to the Sheemahant Conservancy, a remote rainforest on B.C.'s central coast • removing the words Haynes Point and Okanagan Falls from swiws and sxwexnitkw parks in the South Okanagan, following an agreement reached with

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$100,000 or more. They include heating and ventilation upgrades, roof repairs or replacement, plumbing and boiler replacements and safety improvements. Education Minister Mike Bernier said projects will be chosen based on "need, priority and supporting student learning." They also need to be completed by March 31, 2017.

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4373-4385 CONNER ROAD Strip mall, 5 rental units + 3/4 bsmt & bachelor suite, newer renos $349,900

14-383 COLUMBIA STREET W Near TRU, 3 bdrm, mstr ensuite 3bath, views, open concept, deck $249,900

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19-620 DIXON CREEK ROAD $68,500

Perfectly located strata wall titled half duplex w/fenced yard that is yours to enjoy. Inviting open floor plan, vaulted ceilings all accented by the propane gas fireplace. Bath has segregated shower to soaker tub. Lovely water fall pond inclusive in the backyard. Double wide concrete driveway & double car garage, that can be reverted to more living space. Only minutes from the golf course. 2

Custom home on a lot that affords access to 2 roads & panoramic view from the front covered 8’x16’8” deck. Strategically position on lot to afford expansion of a garage/workshop. Utility side entry directly in laundry & 4 piece bath. Open plan kitchen w/corner pantry, dining and vaulted ceiling living room expanse. Master bedroom features a walk in closet and a 4 piece bath with linen closet. 3

277 ORIOLE WAY $314,000

Only 10 min. from Clearwater centre. Newer vinyl seal windows; ceramic tile entrance & kitchen; laminated flooring all in an open design. Newer appliances, fully enclosed screen in deck off dining room. Separate laundry. New, wood freestanding FP. Fully fenced, landscaped & updated septic tank. 12x17 workshop + 9x7 storage shed & covered area. Bareland strata fee of only $100. 3

404 DESFOSSES ROAD $45,000

621 DIXON CREEK ROAD $219,000

1-4476 BARRIERE TOWN RD $169,000

9877 LATREMOUILLE STREET $139,000

NEW Custom rancher w/double garage. Owner/ Builder and registered with HPO. Kitchen w/ C-shaped open plan. All stainless steal appliances. Bright dining area & Mega sized living rm w/patio doors to the 23’x12’ deck. Master w/WIcloset, double vanity & corner WI shower. 4 pce deep tub main bath w/corner WI shower & 2 pce power rm. Wheel chair accessible. 200 amp service. Landscaped. 3

Senior living townhouse with all the conveniences w/full appliances, propane gas FP, forced air heating, 1 bdrm main floor w/ den upper loft w/wardrobe, in house laundry, beautiful spacious bath, yard maintenance, snow removal, black top driveway, carport, building insurance & end unit for max privacy. Strata fee $155/month. 1

Rancher with garage & carport and located on a lovely private fenced yard w/back alley access. Updated kitchen, lovely dining room, entry w/wood freestanding heating (WETT certified), lrg living rm. Walking distance to amenities. Soon Sewer Connection will be available. Great price for starter or retirement. You will not be disappointed in what you see. 24 Hour Notice applies. Owner open to offers. 3

Lots of extras. 6 years new - 14’ wide mobile w/open plan vaulted ceiling with bdrms located at either end of the home. Covered deck, cement patio, double thru door lawnmower/tool shed, fenced. Double stairs to covered deck from backyard or front entry. Propane gas furnace w/heat pump installed in 2011. Warm in winter and cool in summer. Well insulated and just walking distance to amenities. Great place to retire. Don’t drive, don’t have a vehicle, perfect.

Building lot located at the end of the cul-de-sac park like dream. Landscaped, cleared and planted grass ready for your home plans. This was a dream that never materialized, for you to take with all the long hard work that has went into cleaning & landscaping. Your own grassy park, that you can call your own and place your special place here. The nice trees re the landscaping would be perfect for a rancher style home or a manufactured/modular home. If you think you would need even more space, the properties to either side for the right price can be a packaged deal. Open plan. This home is solid - warm in the winter & cool in the summer. Front porch for enjoying the sun and a covered back porch for some shade. Electric baseboards &/or a wood stove. Half basement, wood siding, metal roof and mixed flooring. Situated on a lrg, level sunny 150’ x 120’ lot & is fenced. Small greenhouse and a detached garage with power. Drilled well on the property. Home is close to all Little Fort amenities w/peaceful Atmosphere. Updates, plumbing, wiring, roof, septic, well pump & pressure tank. 3

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Sports Women’s worlds update — Russia in Clearwater, Canada in Penticton Times Staff About 30 players and staff arrived in Clearwater on Sunday

evening for a fourday training session at the Sportsplex and Clearwater Secondary School.

CLEARWATER MINOR BALL Annual Meeting DATE: April 5, 2016 TIME: 7 PM PLACE: Raft Elementary School,

The team was to take a bus tour to Wells Gray Park on Tuesday. Wednesday, the Russian women planned to open their on-ice practice to the public. That was to be followed by a friendly scrimmage game, with female members of Clearwater and District Minor Hockey Association joining the Russians in mixed teams. The Russians first game of the tournament will be against Finland on March 28. Meanwhile, Team

Canada is making final preparations for the IIHF Women’s World Championship at a training camp in Penticton that began on Saturday and will wrap up on Friday at the South Okanagan Events Centre. The world championship will run from Monday, March 28, to Monday, April 4, in Kamloops. “This camp will provide a solid measuring stick for where our team sits heading into the competition,” said Laura Schuler, head coach of Canada’s national

women’s team. “It gives us a great opportunity to build team chemistry and come together as a group as we prepare for the upcoming world championship on home ice.” Canada will square off against Sweden in a pre-tournament

game on Saturday and opens preliminary-round play in Pool A against the United States on March 28. Team Canada will face Russia on March 29 and Finland on March 31. Pool B is comprised of Japan, Switzerland, the

Czech Republic and Sweden. Both the bronzeand gold-medal games will be played April 4. For the full tournament schedule and to buy tickets, go online to hockeycanada.ca. - With notes from Kamloops This Week

Kindergarten Room 58. Use side entry closest to parking lot.

URGENT – All parents, coaches, interested parties please attend. Failure to have quorum and fill vacant positions will result in the resignation of current executive and consequently no ball this 2016 year.

REQUIRED POSITIONS:

Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, Equipment Manager, Field/Game Manager, Coaches at all levels

Ballpark User Meeting Tuesday April 5, 2016 At the District of Clearwater Council Chamber at 7:00 pm

This meeting is for users of the Capostinsky Ball Park Agenda items: User Fees Park Use

NORTH THOMPSON SPORTSPLEX

Hockey Lives Here! Thanks to all for another great season!! Hockey School coming August 2016

Mens hockey at arena Clearwater Young Pup #12 Colby Rhodes fires the puck past the 100 Mile Iceoholics goalie during a game at the Sportsplex on Saturday evening. Behind the net is teammate Nathan Weninger. They were taking part in the annual Clearwater Hackers mens hockey tournament last weekend. Clearwater Black Hawks won the event. A team from McBride also took part.

Photo by Keith McNeill

WELLS GRAY CURLING CLUB Thank you to all the sponsors and volunteers who helped make the annual ladies bonspiel a success. 2016 Event Sponsors A Event – Clearwater Glass • B Event – Rison Realty - Century 21 C Event – Clearwater Pharmasave Thank you to our mens curling members for taking care of the ice. Special thanks to Ron Hadley our ref and emcee for the weekend. Big thanks to our president Gwen Anderson who makes sure we are fed well, and organizes a wonderful dinner banquet and to Jan Johnston for taking care of the prizes.

League winners for 2015-2016 season Tuesday Night League – Larissa Hadley Rink, Wednesday Night League – Jon Kreke Rink, and Thursday Night League – Craig Hewlett Rink.

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

Check us out on Facebook WGCC Club email: wgcc@gmail.com

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Vavenby meeting deals with community concerns Carol Schaffer, Thompson-Nicola Regional District representative for Area A (Wells Gray Country), chaired a community meeting at Vavenby Community Hall on Monday evening, March 14. Sherri Madden, TNRD services coordinator for Electoral Areas A and B, was present as well. Schaffer had called the meeting to go over improvements made in 2015 and to speak to any issues that the community might have. After she covered each topic questions could be asked. The first topic was Vavenby's water system. The town had been on a lengthy boil order that is now downgraded to a boil advisory. Schaffer pointed out that the water is tested weekly by Interior Health and it is they who decide on the need for a boil order due to the level of the turbidity in the water. The pump-house has had several improvements made to it, such as two new pumps, a new connection from the building to the wet well, a new flow meter and new check valves, a bulletin board and shelving installed, and others. A new battery system at the reservoir was also installed.

Schaffer wants to hold these meetings yearly. Only 18 people attended this one. She felt that the low turnout showed that residents must be satisfied. People wishing for more information should phone Schaffer at 250-676-9519 or at 250-674-7049. Before people left, Linda King stood and thanked the TNRD for buying the new kitchen appliances for the community hall.

Vavenby News By

Robyn Rexin

People asked when the town would get a new filtration system. Schaffer replied that because of the age of the system the TNRD has applied for grant monies so that a complete study of the system can be done. The second topic covered was the railroad crossing in Vavenby. Some work was done on it in 2015 but it is still very bumpy and hard on vehicles. Mr. Bergery from CN has said that shims could be inserted into the crossing but that would only be temporary. The ditch by the tracks will get fixed properly this spring by Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. A culvert will be put in. Jessica Toscano, chairperson of the Vavenby Cummunity Working Group, spoke about what the group

Vavenby's new fire chief Gord Ellis talks about his community's fire department during a community meeting held March 14. Photo by Robyn Rexin

had covered and then listed in order of priority what the group wanted for the park. Toscano also let everyone know when various parts of the work would begin. Gordon Ellis, new fire chief of the Vavenby Volunteer Fire Department, brought the residents up-todate on the status of the fire department. He was pleased to say that its membership is now up to 16. Some of the trucks are getting old and will need to be replaced. This will take a while, due to cost.

He then went over emergency situations, answering questions from the audience. When Ellis was finished, Schaffer called Toscano and Judy Alexander to the front of the room and presented each with a certificate of appreciation for the work they had done on the park committee. The other two members of the committee, Katherine Chrystall and Isaac Moilliet, were not present at the meeting so their certificates of appreciation will be sent to them.

Youngsters learn about science On Monday, March 7, the travelling Science World arrived at Vavenby Primary School. Everyone had fun watching the experiments that were performed. One of them was a hot rocket booster. The students learned that when water was added the rocket flew higher. A scientist spun water on a tray. The water didn’t fall out because it was going really fast. With the balloon experiment, students Moira Chrystall and Mercy Flegel had two different thoughts of what would happen. One of the scientists drew Hunter Chrystall’s head on the balloon and then inflated it. Moira thought that the bal-

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

Meeting at: 11 Lodge Drive Wayne Richardson (Pastor)

Sunday Worship Service 10 am

Wells Gray Community Forest Corporation ANNUAL PUBLIC MEETING April 14, 2016. – 7pm. Dutch Lake Community Center

You are invited to attend the Wells Gray Community Forest Corporations Annual Public Meeting. Representatives from the Wells Gray Board of Directors and Wells Gray Society will be in attendance. Your Community Forest will be reviewing the accomplishments of 2015 and the year end Financial Statements. The Wells Gray Community Forest will discuss its goals, work plans and budget for 2016. Members from the Wells Gray Society will be discussing their 2015 granting cycles.

On the Web: www.clchch.com For information 250.674.7073 or 250.674.2912

VAVENBY CHRISTIAN CHURCH

3083 Capostinsky Rd. • Service 11 a.m. Sunday Morning Celebration Services Ian Moilliet Pastor 250-676-9574 Non Denominational

St James Catholic Church Sunday Service Mass 11am - 12pm

324 Clearwater Village Road 1-250-372-2581

Ethan Meidl watches a scientist from the travelling Science World fill a bottle with shaving cream for a rocket experiment. Photo by Robyn Rexin

loon would blow up because it got so huge. Flegel didn’t think it would pop because it was an experiment. Easter egg hunt on Sunday Everyone should remember about the Easter colouring and

Your places of worship Clearwater Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor John Masigan Saturday Service - 10am Clearwater Christian Church Ph. 250-674-3468

TRINITY SHARED MINISTRY Anglican, Lutheran & United Meeting at St. James Catholic Church

Worship Sunday 9am

Rev. Brian Krushel

Office: 250-672-5653 • ntunitedpc@gmail.com www.norththompsonpc.ca

bonnet contests and Easter egg hunt that will take place at Vavenby Community Hall on Sunday, March 27, 9 – 11 Spring break has now begun and children are on the roads, so motorists should take extra care.

Remembrance

Frank M. Richter 1935 — 2014

Gone but not forgotten You will live in our hearts We miss you dearly Take care of our boys Till we meet again Wanda Richter and family

Church Directory Clearwater Living Streams Christian Fellowship Meeting at New Life Assembly every Sunday 4:00pm

Contact Dave Meehan 250-674-3217 email: livingstreams@hotmail.com Clearwater Community Church open to everyone - all denominations

CLEARWATER NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY Dan Daase - Pastor Sunday Morning Worship 10:30am

(Kids church during service) Wednesdays Am Ladies Bible Study

Phone: 250-674-2345

308 W Old N Thompson Hwy

CLEARWATER COMMUNITY BAPTIST 24E Old North Thompson Hwy

Worship Service 10:30

Pastor Doug Spinney 250.674.3624 www.ccbaptist.ca

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B.C. presses for LNG approval after delay By Tom Fletcher, Black Press The B.C. government has sent officials to Ottawa to help work through the latest delay in the Pacific Northwest LNG project at Prince Rupert, a 90-day extension requested by the federal regulator to study fisheries impact. Rich Coleman, B.C.'s minister for natural gas development, said Monday he hopes to "overcome the delay" in approval of the Petronas-backed liquefied natural gas project that applied for federal environmental assessment more than two years ago. "I'm confident that any remaining questions can be answered completely and quickly," Coleman said in a statement. "They have to be. Jobs for British Columbians should not be held by unnecessary delays." Coleman said the the $36 billion plant and pipeline would be the largest private investment in Canadian history, equivalent to four Site C dams, five Olympic games or 11 Port Mann bridge projects. The much smaller Woodfibre LNG project at a former pulp mill site near Squamish received federal environmental approval last week. Federal Environment Minister Catherine McKenna announced Friday

that the Woodfibre project has been found unlikely to cause significant adverse environmental effects. The project received provincial approval in October 2015 after a joint review coordinated by B.C. The Pacific North project got a boost last week when the Lax Kwa'laams Band council reversed its opposition to a terminal at Lelu Island, notifying McKenna that it would support the plan with two conditions. McKenna granted the extension at the request of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency, which asked Pacific Northwest for more information on effects of in-water construction activities at Flora Bank, an important salmon-rearing area for the Skeena River. Rallies and truck parades were held in Fort St. John and Fort Nelson last week to urge the federal government to approve LNG projects to provide an export market for B.C. gas. A glut of natural gas across North America has brought drilling activity in northeastern B.C. gas fields to a nearhalt, with a recent sale of drilling rights by the B.C. government attracting no sales for the first time in the industry's 50-year history. Energy Minister Bill Bennett said

Sketch shows proposed elevated pipeline and liquefied natural gas terminal near Prince Rupert.

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northeast coal mines idle in addition to a slump in gas activity. "The two communities up there that are probably the worst off are Tumbler Ridge and Fort Nelson," Bennett said. "Folks in the Lower Mainland are typically shielded from the ups and downs of the natural resource industries, but if you live in Fort Nelson or Tumbler Ridge or Cranbrook or Williams Lake, you're not shielded. You feel it." Premier Christy Clark said the federal government is looking closely at

the economic impact of LNG development, with Alberta, Saskatchewan and Newfoundland's oil industries also hurting. "Over 30 years, 100,000 jobs and a trillion dollars potentially in GDP growth, that's a big number," Clark said. "If they're thinking about First Nations, they will spend some time thinking about all of the First Nations members who have signed agreements to support LNG, who will be part of building LNG, the environmental stewards."

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Thought of the week The hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax.

~ Albert Einstein (1879 - 1955)

Wells Gray Country UPCOMING EVENTS

March 25: Comm. Easter Egg Hunt @ Clearwater Fire Dept.

April 14: Wells Gray Community Forest public meeting, 7pm, DLCC

March 28: North Thompson Women In Business Luncheon, 12-2 pm, Wells Gray Inn, $2 plus cost of lunch.

April 9: 10th Annual Seedy Saturday, 10am–2 pm, Clearwater Ski Hill Lodge, info: 250-674-3444, schoolcreekfarm@gmail.com

April 2: North Thompson Women In Business Expo, at Clearwater Lodge foyer. Info Fay 250-674-2700 or email ntwomeninbusiness@gmail.com

April 9 - True Grit Big “4” Rodeo and Dance. Rodeo 6 pm, dance 9 pm NT Agriplex, for more information call 250-832-3561

April 2: Legion Dinner, 257 Glen Rd, doors open 5 pm, dinner 6 pm. Adults $15; children 7-12 yrs $6, 2-6 yrs free

April 23: TNRD Free disposal Day. Clearwater Eco-depot, 8 am – 4 pm; Little Fort Transfer Station, noon–4 pm.

April 4: Clearwater & District Chamber of Commerce AGM, 7pm, DLCC. Guest speaker, election of officers, & reports.

April 24: TNRD Free Disposal Day. Blue River eco-depot, noon – 4 pm; Vavenby Transfer Station, 9 am–5 pm.

April 5: Career and Job Fair, 3-7 pm, Dutch Lake Comm. Ctr.

April 28: NT Musician’s Guild presents Abra Cadabra, DLCC, doors open 6 pm, show 7 pm. Tickets at DLCC: advance $25 + GST, at door $30 + GST.

April 5: Ball Park User meeting, 7 pm, DLCC council chambers. April 5: Clearwater Minor Ball annual meeting, 7 pm @ Raft River Elementary School, Rm 58 – use side entry closest to parking lot. April 5-28: NT Arts Council presents Poles Apart, a photography exhibit by

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April 30: Giant Yard Sale hosted by Clearwater Rotary, 9 am to 1 pm at Rotary Sports Park. $10/table or donate items to Rotary. No appl or furniture, pls. Ph 250-674-1674 or 250-676-9443 for pick-up or info. BBQ Concession.

ONGOING EVENTS

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Indoor Market: Every Saturday May – Oct, 9 am – 12 noon, Elks Hall. • Tuesday Morning Coffee (TMC): Meets 10am – 11:30 @ Clearwater Community Baptist Church. All women and children welcome. (9:30-10 am Bible Study). Info 250-674-3624 • Women in Business Luncheon: Last Wed. of the mth at Wells Gray Inn, 12–2 pm. Preregister at 250-674-2700 • Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 250674-3703 for more info. • Clearwater Farmers’ Market May – Oct. Saturdays 9am– Noon. For more info please call Anne at 250-674-3444. • M&M (Mrs. & Ms.) Social. Last Sun of the mth Wells Gray Inn. 1pm: 250-587-6503 • Blackpool Community Hall Coffee House; Local musicians – 2nd Fri. of the mth. 6:30pm. Concession, $3 or 2 for $5. • Clearwater Elks Bingo - 2nd & 4th Wed. Elks Hall 5pm, Info call Phyllis 250-674-3535 • Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm. • Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm. • Upstream Community and Heritage Society open house Tuesdays: 9am-9pm @ Avola School House, various activities. Info ph Fay 250-678-5302. • Thompson Valley Quilters. Meet 2nd Wed. and 3rd Mon. of the mth at NTAC in the DLCC, 9 am - 4 pm. Info Linda 250-674-3437 or Dorothy 250-676-9270 • Vavenby Needle Arts Group. Meet every Tues. 11am - 4pm at Vavenby Community Center. Info Dorothy 250-676-9270 CHILDREN & FAMILIES • Racoon StrongStart - Raft River Elem school days Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 8:45-11:45am • Racoon StrongStart - Vavenby Elm school days Wed 8:50-11:50am • Clearwater Breastfeeding Group: 3rd Wed. of every month 7:30pm @ YCS • Mother Goose - Monday mornings, reg. Kerry 250-674-3530 HEALTH & HEALING • Hospice Grief Support: 3rd Thur of every mth, NT Funeral Home 1-3 pm, info 250-674-2400 • Shambhala Meditation Group: meets every Tuesday at Forest House 6:30-8:00 pm. Info: 250-674-3233.

• Connections Healing Rooms - Wed. 1-3pm (except stat. holidays). 86 Young Rd. No charge. Sponsored by Living Streams Christian Church. www.healingrooms.com. • Healthy Choices – Tues 9am Clearwater Christian Church bsmnt (behind Fields). $2/wk drop-in free. Kim 250-674-0224 • Clearwater & District Hospice 3rd Mon. Sept-Jun 10am Legion 778-208-0137. RECREATION • Drop-in soccer: May-Sept. Tuesdays & Thursday at 7pm at CSS field. Everyone welcome! • Bowling: Mon. 10–12pm & 1-3pm; Thurs., 1-3pm. Seniors Centre at Evergreen Acres. 250-674-3675 • Clearwater Sno-Drifters: 1st Thurs every mth. 250-676-9414 • CNT Rod & Gun Club: 3rd Tues. of the mth. Blackpool Hall 7pm Nov., Jan., & Mar. AGM in May • Volleyball: Winter, dates TBA, at Clearwater Secondary School Gym, $2 drop in. Info: 250-674-1878. • Youth Group: ages 12-18, Fri. 7-10 pm Dutch Lake Community Center, arts & crafts, gymnastics, games & special events, info 250674-2600 • Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 250-674-2468 annie.pomme@ hotmail.com • Core Strength Fitness. Tuesdays. 10-11am 250-674-0001 • Badminton: Mon & Wed, Oct – Mar, CSS gym, 7:30-9:30 pm, $3 drop-in fee, info 250-674-2518 • Drop in Basketball: Winter, dates TBA, $2 drop in at Clearwater Secondary School Gym. Info: 250-674-1878 • Slo-Pitch: Clearwater mixed Slo-Pitch league May – July. Contact Carmen Archibald 778-208-1773, 250-674-2632 • Drop in Soccer: June -Sept, tues and Thurs, 6:30-8:00 PM, CSS field, $2 drop in, grade 8 to adult SENIORS • BUNCO: 3rd Tue of every mth, Dutch Lake Seniors Drop-in Centre, 1:30 – 3 pm, info 250-674-2400 • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society 3rd Sun Social Meet at the Wells Gray Hotel at 12:30pm for lunch or dessert, & chat • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society Book Club Last Thursday of the mth 2pm at the library. All seniors welcome. • WGCSS Writers Circle: Meets 1st & 3rd Thur. @ Library

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Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard, but always near Still loved, still missed And always dear. TOTH In loving memory of Joe and Grandpa who passed away May 19, 2014 We often think of days gone by When we were all together A shadow o’re our lives was cast Our loved one’s gone forever. Deeply missed and forever remembered by Jane, Shirley and families

Coming Events JR Goodwin Dinner & Dance April 30 Legion Branch 259 Cocktails 5 pm, dinner 6 pm, dance approx 7 pm. Tickets $25/each. For advanced tickets contact Calvin 250-6744008 or Charlotte 250-6769591. This is a major fundraiser to help with water damage to the hall.

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CANADA BENEFIT Group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment Clearwater Alcoholics Anonymous Sunshine Group meets every Tuesday, 8 pm, Elks Hall 72 Taren Dr. Open to Everyone For info contact Wendy 250-587-0026 Do you need help with reading, writing or math? FREE confidential adult tutoring available. • Clearwater Literacy 250-674-3530 • Barriere Literacy 250-672-9773

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Moving & Storage • Indoor Storage Units • Ofﬁce space with equipment storage available. Hwy access for convenience & exposure 250-674-0145 info@oncallservices.ca 851 Yellowhead Hwy 5

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GRANNY’S moving again! Antiques, collectibles, tools, drill press, furniture, farm items & more. Too much to list. Granny not for sale! 396 Oriole Way

Buying Coin Collections of any size.We collect CAN & US Coins, bills, Silver, Gold. Local couple also deal with Estates, Jewellery, Sterling, Antiques+ Chad & Crissy 778-281-0030. We can make House Calls!

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Misc. for Sale POLE BARNS, shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com. REFORESTATION Nursery seedlings of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

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Auctions BUD HAYNES & Ward’s Firearms Auction. Sat., April 2, 10am, 11802 - 145 St. Edmonton, Alberta. Modern & collectible firearms and accessories. Over 400 lots - Online budding. To consign phone Linda 403-597-1095; Brad 780-940-8378; www.budhaynesauctions.com; www.wardsauctions.com.

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Rentals Mobile Homes & Pads Barriere: Riverland Mobile Home Park, 3 bdrm, large addition & yard. Avail. April. $595/mo, DD, RR. 250-3954363 or 250-672-0253

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With heavy hearts we announce that Ingomar passed away March 11, 2016 at his home in Clearwater, BC at the age of 76. He is survived by his wife Monika, his children Jerry (Lisa) and Corinna (Doug), his grandchildren Tyrell, Kyra (Josh), Ariana and Cameron as well as his greatgrandaughter Shanna. He is also survived by his brother Uwe Demski, along with many nieces and nephews. Ingomar was predeceased by his parents Erwin and Erika and two of his brothers, Volker and Helmut Demski. Ingomar was born in Germany on March 3 1940. In 1962 Ingo and Monika were married and came to Canada, where he worked for CN Rail for 31 years. He loved fishing, hunting and camping with his family. There will be no funeral service at his request. Our family would like to thank the paramedics andÂ RCMP officer that attended the house, as well as Ysobel, Phil and Marlene. We would also like to thank Dr. Soles and the girls at the front counter for their continued care and kindness shown to Ingomar and our family. Arrangements entrusted to Drake Cremation & Funeral Services, Clearwater, BC, 250-6743030. On-line condolences to the family may be expressed at DrakeCremation.com.

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Jack Moilliet grows up on sheep ranch As told to Ruth Phillips by Jack Moilliet Editor's Note: The following story from the Feb. 5, 1975 issue of the Times was part of a series written by former Times reporter Ruth Phillips. It is continued from a Valley Voice that was in our Feb. 25, 2016 issue. Young Jack Moilliet grew up among the sheep of his father's flock at their ranch near Vavenby. Though he attended school in Vavenby, starting in 1925, he more often than not was found among the sheep rather than at school. This school is not in existence now. The present Vavenby Community Hall was originally the school which opened in 1929. At the time Jack started school, his brother, Ted, was leaving to attend high school. He was among the fortunate few who, at that time, were privileged to attend secondary school. In 1925 the Moilliets sold their store. Jack's uncle, who had been running and maintaining the store as well as sleeping there, moved from the store to the ranch, and became a much needed handyman around the place. He endeared himself to all by making the

Photo shows the first store at Tam Moilliet's place near Vavenby.

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A ferry man operates a river ferry at Vavenby sometime in the 1920s. The ferry was replaced by a bridge in 1949. Times file photo

morning fire and the morning porridge. Although Jack only attended school now and then, he gained a wealth of knowledge from his home and his parents, who were both well-read and very knowledgeable. Much vital discussion took place in the Moilliet home. Fascinating people, such as bishops and ministers, frequently visited and stayed with the Moilliets.

Jack found it a really exciting home to be raised in. Days were never without adventure for very long with no bridges, only ferries and other boats with which to cross the waters. Ferries could not run in extremely high water, when the driftwood was too thick, or in the fall when the mush ice was running. Many trips were made in boats and it was often “nip and tuck”

as to whether one would get across or not. One particular time that Jack remembers was when the Vavenby cable broke in peak high water, and the ferryman and the school children walked down to Moilliets' place where they found Tam. He crossed them all in two trips in a wretched old punt with a broken board for a paddle and a pole to steer

Stumps decorate a field on the Moilliets' Aveley sheep ranch during the early days of the 20th Century. Times file photo

with. Being an expert with both, Tam got all across the river safely. At another time, when the ferry was at Peavine and Tam was laid up with one of his many sprained ankles, he suddenly heard a very loud “bang” during the day. Looking from his window, he could see no cable and knew it had broken. Grabbing his crutches

he jumped into his canoe and headed down the river after the ferry. A Mr. Jones was running the ferry, and with him at the time was a Mr. Harbin. These two had managed to straddle onto a point of an island near Birch Island. This is where Tam found them and rescued the two of them with his canoe. Jack's sister,

Madeline, also enjoyed herding the sheep as Jack did. She loved going up into the high mountains with her dad and the sheep. Jack recalls her being away at boarding school part of the time that he was growing up. Ted got his high school diploma, and then went to UBC for one year before he began working for the government.

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Nature plays a large part in Art by Ecki 86 Station Road By Elli Kohnert North Thompson Star/Journal

The small settlement of Vavenby is home to Ecki Manthei, a gifted artist who‘s artwork grows out of his connection to nature, and his drive to follow every new idea with a passion that moves him to create what is in his imagination, without delay. Ecki’s home stands out from all others in the Vavenby trailer park where it cannot be missed. Two large

Canada, and eventually came to live in Cloverdale, B.C. It is there that he began his artistic career. Seashells were his medium then, tells Ecki as he explains how they lend themselves to be made into clocks for instance, or be used as a canvas for his paintings. When the couple eventually settled in the community of Vavenby, it is here that Ecki took on art as his life work. Ecki has transformed one room of

carve on it!” He notes that nearly all the materials he uses in his creations are natural; giving the artwork its special character. Sometimes a person may come into the gallery to view Ecki’s work, and they may purchase a special item of art for their own home. Most of the time though, Ecki and Marilyn market the art work by taking part in craft fairs. “At some I do well, with others I do not,” commented the art-

ist on selling his work through craft fairs. The couple say they have a few tentative ideas in mind for marketing; such as going on the road to sell their creations. But right now, they have no immediate plans that they want to follow. “We like it here in Vavenby,” says Ecki, “We feel comfortable around here, and we do enjoy to be with the friends we have made in the area. For now, ‘Ecki’s Art’ will have its home in the North Thompson Valley .”

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Kicking off the first annual NT Women in Business Expo We are so excited to be hosting our first annual North Thompson Women in Business (NTWIB) Expo on April 2, in Clearwater from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Clearwater Lodge. Numerous businesses from the North Thompson Valley will be participating. The Gateway Grill will be open, so you can stop by for lunch or enjoy a glass of wine. There will be draws, information, retail sales, promotions and more. Our Expo is FREE to the public with something for everyone, so come and check out what’s in your neighbourhood. NTWIB was established in 2013 as an organization created in order to give a

voice to Clearwater and District businesswomen, whether they be professionals, run their own businesses, work for others, or thinking about starting a business. Our aim is to offer as many networking opportunities as possible to promote one another’s businesses. We hold interesting and enjoyable luncheons that members and the general public both are welcome to attend. Our monthly luncheons are held at the Wells Gray Inn on the last Monday of the month. We meet from September until May. We have a drop in fee of $2 and you purchase your own lunch and beverage. Guest speakers receive a

small feature on their business in the North Thompson Times newspaper. NTWIB sponsors a website that is open to all businesses in the North Thompson Valley. The cost is $50 per year, which is so affordable. Check out www. thingstodoclearwaterbc. com For more information, please call Fay McCracken 250-674-2700, Larissa Hadley 250- 674-1514 or email ntwomeninbusiness@ gmail.com We would like to send out a big THANK YOU to the Star/Journal, North Thompson Times, Clearwater Lodge, DOC and Wells Gray Inn for supporting our Expo and luncheons throughout the year.

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work. Coworkers, family and friends have stressful days, too, and such confidantes can help you handle stress in healthy ways. The ADAA recommends women dealing with stress let their support circle know how they can help relieve stress. Many people simply need to talk to someone after a stressful day, which can feel like a weight has been lifted off their shoulders. Let your support network know you’re there for them when they experience stress as well. • Get daily exercise. Exercise pays a host of dividends, not the least of which is relieving stress. At the end of a stressful day, get some exercise

instead of pouring yourself a drink or indulging in an unhealthy meal. When the body is physically active, the brain secretes endorphins, which are neurotransmitters that make you feel good. Regular exercise also helps you get a fuller, deeper sleep, which can be disrupted by stress. • Eat a healthy diet. Diet also can affect how your body handles stress. Certain foods can tame stress. For example, oatmeal can boost levels of a calming chemical known as serotonin in your brain. That calming effect can make it easier to cope with stress. Other foods may help strengthen the immune system. Vitamin C, for instance, may help

curb levels of stress hormones such as cortisol while simultaneously strengthening the immune system. Omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in fish such as salmon and tuna, may help prevent surges in stress hormones while also protecting against heart disease and depression, two serious conditions that studies have linked to elevated stress levels. Healthy ways to handle stress can help women who are stressed out ensure that stress is not compromising both their immediate and long-term health.

Stress affects people of all ages. The symptoms of stress can be extremely unpleasant, as participants in a study released earlier this year by the Statistic Brain Research Institute and the American Institute of Stress who reported experiencing physical symptoms of stress admitted to feeling fatigue, headache, upset stomach, and muscle tension, among other things. Among those who reported feeling physical symptoms of stress, 77 percent admitted to feeling those symptoms regularly, citing job pressure and money as the primary causes of their stress. How women handle stress can impact both their immediate and long-term health, as stress has been linked to a host of problems and ailments, including sleep dysfunction and heart disease. Many people cope with stress in unhealthy ways, which may only exacerbate the effects of stress on the body. Certain methods of handling stress may work for some people but not others, but the following are a few healthy ways to combat stress. • Limit alcohol and caffeine consumption. Many adults turn to alcohol at the end of aand stressful day, lls Gray Park a rural but the Centers for Disease Whether youPrevention plan to locate Control and note that relying on alcoarea,hol relocate your family to cope with stress may or only create more problems opportunities -- Clearwater down the road, and those problems will only increase your stress levels. In addition, the Anxiety and commercial andisindustrial Clearwater the Gateway to Wells Gray Park and a rural Depression Association of mentAmerica and more importantly, a Whether you plan to locate notes that alcohol community open for all seasons. and caffeine can aggravate your business here, invest in the area, relocate your family or new anxiety business The and enterprise. trigger panic One of the best ways of alleviating stress is to exercise daily and lead a attacks. enjoy the abundant recreational opportunities -- Clearwater d offers a successful retail and healthy lifestyle. • Rely on a support netTimes file photo

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Tips for juggling work and family Metro Balancing work and family is a juggling act faced by many working parents. Responsibilities to work and family often overlap, and that can make solving the riddle of balancing work and family that much more difficult. Single-income households have decreased dramatically over the last several decades, as escalating costs of living have made it difficult for many families to get by on just one income. But working parents can employ several strategies, both at the office and at home, as they attempt to make the job of juggling commitments to work and family a little less difficult. Around the office A major concern many working moms have as they attempt to balance work and family is that they are not spending enough time at home with their children or not paying enough attention to their kids or even their spouses when they are home. One way to find more time at home is to inquire about the possibility of working remotely. Advancements in technology that have made it easier to remotely communicate with clients and coworkers has led to an influx of workfrom-home employ-

ees. While working from home does not mean workloads will diminish, it does save women the time they would spend commuting to and from work, and that translates to more time at home with the family. If working remotely fulltime is not a possibility, women can ask if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible to do so one or two days a week, as such a schedule will still provide more time at home. Another avenue women can explore as they attempt to achieve a better balance between work and family concerns how efficiently they do their jobs. Chatting with coworkers about issues that do not pertain to work can be a great way to reduce work-related stress, but professionals who feel as if they never have enough time to get their jobs done in a typical work day should determine if they are working as efficiently as possible. Avoid too much water cooler chitchat and resist the temptation to check personal emails or text messages while at work. Such distractions can eat up a considerable amount of time over the course of a workday, making it harder for women to get their jobs done in a typical workday and forcing them to stay late or bring work home. Men and women working to achieve a greater balance

between work and family also can examine how willing they are to take on additional work. While coworkers love a team player willing to pitch in, routinely accepting extra work can drastically cut into the time women have to do their own jobs as well as the time they have to spend with their families. Helping coworkers out in a pinch is fine, but women should resist any urges to take on more than they can reasonably handle. At home Women also can take steps at home to create a better balance between work and family. Working parents who want the time they have with their children each night to be more substantive can turn off their devices upon arriving home from work. Devices such as smartphones and tablets keep working professionals attached to their offices, and many women are tempted to check work emails or answer phone calls and voicemails even when they have left the office for the day. Parents should resist that temptation so their families know their focus is on them and not back at the office. Another way to create a greater balance between work and family life is to make more efficient use of time at home. For example, rather

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