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“Celebrating 60 years” Above: 55 to 60 people attended the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebration at the Valemount Museum on Saturday, June 2, 2012 including those shown above. From left to right : Rhoda Tamboline, Joan Nordli, Aleda Bain, Mary Crawford, Bill Bond, MLA Shirley Bond, Judy Holmin and standing at the back Linda Hedberg. Photo by Jeannette Lorenz

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2 • Wednesday June 6, 2012 The Valley Sentinel

UPFRONT

CAO Tom Dall “released from employment” by Village Council Daniel Betts EDITOR

ccording to Andru McCracken, Mayor of Valemount, in a verbal statement made to media on Friday, June 1, Tom Dall was “released from employment,” effective that day. Mayor McCracken stated the Valemount Village Council made the decision unanimously. Dall served the Village of Valemount as the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) since February 2010, having moved to Valemount, B.C. with his wife following nearly three years of service to the Village of Telkwa, B.C. as their CAO. Before this, Dall held the position of CAO for the Village of Lytton, B.C. for four and a half years. For ten years prior to being a village administrator, Dall was an elected councillor serving the District of Tumbler Ridge. According to the Community Charter, (SBC 2003) Chapter 26, Section 147, the CAO powers, duties and functions include the overall management of the operations of the municipality, ensuring that the policies, programs and other directions of council are implemented and advising and informing the council on the operation and affairs of the municipality. The Community Charter explains the procedure for council to terminate officers, in Section 152, as follows: (1) Subject to a contract of employment and subject to providing the officer with an opportunity to be heard, the appointment of a municipal officer may be terminated by the council as follows: (a) in the case of termination for cause, by immediate termination without any period of notice; (b) in any other case, by termination on reasonable notice. (2) A termination under subsection (1) (b) may only be made by the affirmative vote of at least 2/3 of all council members. In regard to the decision, Mayor McCracken explained council was going in a different direction. “He was a professional positive guy. We had a great relationship with him, but we were tugging in one direction and going in another,” said Mayor McCracken. A more specific explanation for Dall’s “release” was not given. According to McCracken, Anne Yanciw will fill the CAO position in the in-

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING BYLAW No. 833, AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 2742, 2012

terim during the hiring process for a new CAO. He also noted that the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia has a list of people from whom interim help can be found. “They have a database of retired professionals who like the adventure of helping out a community,” said Mayor McCracken. According to Mayor McCracken, “people shouldn’t expect a departure or anything different than what we’ve stated. The Village has strategic plans, that’s what we are committed to and we just feel this helps us achieve the goals.” Dall declined to give a statement or participate in an interview at this time.

Free water conservation help available Daniel Betts EDITOR

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing into Zoning Bylaw No. 833, Amendment Bylaw No. 2742 will be held:

Tuesday, June 12, 2012 6:00 p.m. Robson Valley Community Centre 441 Columbia Street McBride, BC Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2742 is proposed to amend zoning on The Fractional North East ¼ of District Lot 3541 Cariboo District from Rural 5 (Ru5) to Controlled Recreation Commercial (CRC1) to allow for a recreation accommodation cabin and campground use, or other uses, pursuant to the Controlled Recreation Commercial zone. The subject parcel is located at 720 Shovar Road. The owners are Melvin and Kelly Taphorn.

At the public hearing, all those who deem their interest in land to be affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions. Written submissions delivered by hand, mail, fax or email must be received by the Regional District no later than Friday June 8, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. to be considered at the public hearing. Please contact the Regional District for acceptable methods for submitting comments by email. Any material received before or at the public hearing will become public information. The public hearing will be chaired by a delegate of the Regional District Board. Copies of the proposed bylaw, and other relevant background documents, may be examined at the office of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, 155 George Street, Prince George, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., between Friday, May 25 and Tuesday June 12, 2012. The Staff Report with background information and bylaws can be viewed online at: http://tinyurl.com/RDFFGBylaw2742Report Kenna Latimer Development Services

“Significant Village Staff Change”

Above: Former Chief Administrative Officer, Tom Dall assists newly elected Mayor Andru McCracken during the December 6, 2011 inaugural council meeting. Dall was “released from employment “ on June 1, just six months into the new village administration. Photo by Andrea Scholz

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healthy green lawn is something most valley landscapers strive to achieve, but what about water conservation? Luckily, free help is available. Through, the Columbia Basin Water Smart Initiative, Valemount B.C., residents can have a residential landscape and irrigation system audit that will give them valuable information on how to efficiently care for their lawns and gardens. Water conservation reduces the costs of maintaining water infrastructure, which is paid through village taxes. Local Water Smart Ambassador, Kathryn Smith, will spend 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of a yard, with interested residents, recommending efficient water techniques, assessing soil requirements and advising on drought tolerant landscaping. “I can recommend draught tolerant plants for xeriscaping,” said Smith. “If they are interested.” Xeriscaping is a water and

labour saving method of landscaping. Smith explained over-watering and fertilizers could create a laborious cycle of dependence, while other methods will create a lawn that looks good, is more drought tolerant and requires less work to maintain. Besides some very useful free advice, getting an assessment comes with some cool perks. Residents using standard sprinklers for watering will receive a free code timer, which can be set to a specific watering time in order to prevent over-watering. For those residents with an automatic irrigation systems, they will receive a free rain sensor which will shut off automatic timers should the lawn already be moist or it is raining. Also, residents participating in the assessment will be eligible to enter into a draw for a free low flow toilet and showerhead, which includes full installation costs. The draw will take place on August 15. Both residents and business owners can participate in the free assessment. To schedule an assessment please contact Kathryn Smith at (250) 566 3304.

Village of Valemount Wildfire Protection/ Prevention Committee Committee Member Vacancy

THE CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE

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NOTICE

The Valemount Wildfire Protection/Prevention Committee has one (1) opening for members on its Committee. Persons who are interested in serving on this Committee are encouraged to submit a letter outlining your interest to support your appointment to the Committee. Appointment to the Committee will be for a three year term. For further information please contact Tom Dall at the Village of Valemount municipal office or by phone at (250) 566-4435. A letter of application outlining your interest to serve on the Valemount Wildfire Protection/Prevention Committee should be submitted to the Village of Valemount by June 15, 2012 c/o P.O. Box 168, Valemount, BC, V0E 2Z0.

2012 Annual Report Approval Please take notice that the Village of McBride Council will be approving the Municipality’s 2012 Annual Report on June 12, 2012 at 7:30 pm at the regular scheduled Village Council Meeting. A copy of the report is available for viewing at the office of the Village of McBride at 100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BC during regular office hours from May 28, 2012 to June 12, 2012. Eliana Clements Chief Administrative Officer Dated: May 25, 2012

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Local News

Regional Economic Investment Pilot update - Part Two: Fibre Daniel Betts Editor

conomic development projects such as biofuel power plants and wood pellet plants are highly dependent upon the availability of timber or fibre supply. On May 22, in Blue River, B.C., Jim Burck, with the Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation (JTI) presented an update on the “Fibre” category of Regional Economic Investment Pilot (REIP) project for the Barriere to McBride Corridor. Following the forum held in January, in Valemount, B.C., there were five projects grouped into the Fibre category. Originally ecoTECH Energy Group’s Green Industrial Park had been placed in the fibre category, but was moved to the power category, because their proposal indicated transmission line and sub-station upgrades were the major barrier they needed government help with. The remainder of the projects, in order to move forward, were looking for the security of longterm forest tenures. Burck explained JTI worked very closely with Victoria, B.C. and the forest districts to look at what the annual allowable cut for both Timber Supply Areas (TSA) within the corridor, the available tenures and future potentials. Within the Robson Valley TSA, Burck noted the McBride Community Forest has an annual allowable cut of 50 thousand cubic metres per year, the Dunster Community Forest has an annual allowable cut of 15 thousand cubic metres per year and Valemount Community Forest has an annual allowable cut of 40 thousand cubic metres per year. The last timber supply review was completed in 2006 and noted the community forest agreements were land base tenures. Burck noted the Valemount

Community Forest had a significant amount of mountain pine beetle kill and as a result received an uplift from their annual over cut and have been for several years harvesting or allowed to harvest upward of 190 thousand cubic metres per year, but believed this was coming to an end. Burck noted there is a need to review long-term harvest rates with consideration of the pine beetle infestation. Burck explained a review of the Robson Valley TSA was underway and that a package, to be completed by this summer, will define what the optimal land base is. It will be open to public consultation with a final determination scheduled for the spring of 2013. In addition, the Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNRO) announced a special committee to examine mid-term timber supply as a result of the mountain pine beetle infestation. The committee will be conducting public consultation and be delivering a report as soon as August 15, 2012. The committee will specifically consider recommendations that could increase timber supply, including direction on potential scope of changes to land-use objectives, rate of harvest and conversion of volume-based tenures to area-based tenures. This will include any consideration in changes to legislation that may be required. According to the FLNRO, the latest pine beetle infestation computer-modelling projections indicate about 58 per cent of the pine volume in the province may be killed by 2021. This is significantly less than the 80 per cent pine-kill that was projected six years ago. Since the current infestation began, the mountain pine beetle has killed an estimated cumulative total of 710 million cubic metres of timber.

Mountain School needs community involvement Daniel Betts Editor

ast weekend, Grade 12 students at Valemount Secondary School (VSS) celebrated their graduation, but they are leaving a school facing serious challenges. With enrolment this fall at approximately 75 students, one less teacher and the prospect of the academic combining of classes, VSS Principal, Dan Kenkel, is looking for creative ways to support the school and his students. Kenkel explained in looking for unique ideas that would increase enrolment different options were considered, including a hockey academy or a film school. With three hockey schools in the district already, the challenge was in developing an idea that was unique that provided a reason for potential students to specifically choose our village to attend high school. “Probably the best thing we do, and do really well, is outdoor mountain activities, from mountain athletics and mountain sports,” said Kenkel. He also noted the historical aspect of our valley including the unique pioneer skills and crafts that exists here. Kenkel suggested local traditions are dying and the skills of our pioneers are somewhat lost to our generation of kids. “The idea is to, in our digitized computer video gaming world, try unplug our kids somewhat and bring them back to those skill sets.” Kenkel said there was much discussion on 21st century learning and believes it is important to teach skills associated with technology and the ability to communicate in the modern world, however in times of uncertainty skills for long-term sustainability are just as important. Caring for animals, growing food, building homes, creating furniture and protecting ourselves environmentally are all lost skills that few have the opportunity to learn in our modern age. “In a crazy way by looking back I think we are actually looking ahead. Were looking at long-term sustainability skills and longterm health and healthy living skills, which I think is a thing that everybody wants and everybody needs,” Kenkel explained.

Kenkel and his staff are looking to next year as an adjustment period to get used to the idea; a preliminary, “working out the bugs year,” with the intention of a full roll-out the following year when hopefully there will be more students. However Kenkel noted there are big challenges and much work involved to reach this goal. “There are a lot of obstacles in the way.” One big challenge involves where potential international students will stay while attending school. The issue of homestays requires incentives to make the idea affordable to potential homeowners and families and the availability of homes with enough space to comfortably accommodate a student or two. Cultural issues also have bearing on available space and willing participants in a potential homestay program. Alternately dormitory living, or a combination, could offer a solution to student housing. One idea being considered is looking at off-season hotel vacancies as an opportunity to take pressure off homestays, which would also give students another kind of experience. Capitalizing on the wealth of mountain living knowledge in the valley, in a beautiful mountain setting, VSS could potentially offer a very unique program, which international students could find very appealing. However, community involvement will most certainly be important to the program’s success. “To have a mountain school we are going to need to

provide experiences and local expertise,” said Kenkel. He believes school staff, have some of the skills required to get started, but many of the real experts in mountain living, in terms of craftsmanship, extreme athletics, extreme mountain sports, and the other outdoors experts that live in the community are going to need to come into and be part of the school. “My hope is that the community will see this school as everyone’s responsibility to keep going and keep viable. If there is something that can be provided that they have expertise for they would be willing on some level to come in and help. Another way the community could potentially help is the creation of a community garden, which both village schools and the community would be able to use and benefit from. Kenkel noted land adjacent to VSS and designated for school expansion would make an ideal location to start such a project. As a community garden, members of the community would have to initiate and spearhead the project. With community help, Kenkel envisions the development of a garden from which students can gain hands on experience with growing plants and food and could eventually include orchards and solar powered greenhouses, all with proper fencing to keep out wildlife. “Make it something we can do together as a community,” Kenkel suggests.

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Experience dismissed

think it is a failing of modern society that experience and skill is completely unappreciated and are so easily dismissed. It used to be the elders of a society were treated with high esteem. In tribal society, elders held the knowledge and their tangible skills were honoured. In many cases the skills of different disciplines complemented each other. In feudal Japan, the skilled work of a sword maker was as revered as the powerful and deadly skill of the samurai. The common soldier was issued a weapon that was quickly slapped together by an apprentice, but a samurai required the artistic ability of a seasoned master to create a uniquely beautiful but deadly tool. A samurai’s blade was feared not only for the skilled swordsmanship of the wielder but because of the quality of their weapon, which was created by a skilled master who knew exactly how many times to fold the metal at exactly the correct temperatures. The sword maker’s honour followed the samurai onto the battlefield as the successes of both were intimately connected. To become a master of any discipline requires patience, natural ability and above all else time to learn all the intricacies of a chosen craft. The apprentice was wise to leverage the skills of the master. I think the modern lack of respect for skill and experience comes from society’s need for instant gratification. It appears answers can come as quickly as it takes to type a question onto a keyboard. Yet, the human brain is a vast database of information, which unlike our computers, has instant recall and is not dependent upon an Internet connection. Our brains are also intimately connected to our bodies. During the course of a creative act, mind and body work together to produce results that simply cannot be explained in words and can only occur through practice. A would-be sword maker with an iPad could never learn the nuances of timing, temperature or finesse required to fashion a durable blade, simply from scrolling through a website. Theory is much different from practice. One certainly can walk out onto a battlefield without first honing their skills and without the tools of a skilled craftsman. One may even experience initial victory from mere enthusiasm and desire for battle, however it isn’t wise and the results can be devastating. Often the cost of our instant gratification society is sub-standard products that easily break or lack the durability of extended use. We’ve learned to discard and replace items with equally sub-standard products. This wasteful cycle will continue until we once again realize the value and respect the experience of our master craftspeople. Hopefully we come to this realization while they are still here to guide and teach us.

Dear Editor: The McBride RCMP Detachment would like to thank all of the individuals, businesses and organizations that helped us celebrate Police Week with our Open House on May 16, 2012. The Open House was a great success with approximately 280 visitors attending. Those that did enjoyed a delicious burger or hot dog with refreshment. They were able to tour the detachment and have an up close look at the police vehicles, snowmobiles and ATV that were on display. Probably the most popular attraction were the demonstrations put on by the Police Dog Services Members who came in from Prince George, B.C. We wish to thank Corporal Colin Warwick and his partner, Baron, and Constable Josh Grafton and his partner, Azar for coming. And most importantly we want to thank our community members and partners who helped to make this a big success. Raj Basran Peter Caputo Elizabeth de Vries Lori Kimpton Jennifer Quam Dennis Rejmann Irene Rejman Penny Rivard Derrick Shaw Ken Starchuck

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OPINION

MP Zimmer takes part in friendly Parliament Hill rugby game Submitted TO THE VALLEY SENTINEL

“Local MP and former rugby coach relives fond memories”

Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament for Prince George-Peace River, (centre, bottom row) with members of Game on the Hill’s Team Black. Team members included Members of Parliament, media personalities, and members of Canada’s national senior’s men rugby team. Photo by Cindy Larmondin

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I feel honoured and proud Dear Editor: I feel Honoured and Proud. Just had to write this letter to let this wonderful place we call home, the Robson Valley about my experience and pleasure I had this past weekend. The maturity and positive attitude of all who attended the local grad parties out in Cedarside; the attendees and everyone connected to the two parties did the “most wonderful and responsible” job of a grad party I have ever seen and it made me feel proud to be a small part of it as your taxi driver. So I do wish to acknowledge, to each and everyone that was there, that your maturity is way beyond your youthful years. Also a very special thank you to the holder of the event. You did a great job in the caring and responsibility to hold those parties. To all the “Designated Drivers” that helped out too, you also did a great job and it could not have been done without you. So I would like to thank each and everyone involved for such a wonderful weekend, and I wish all of you a safe, healthy and long successful life and career choice that you are about to embark upon. Another note of thanks also goes out to the parents of this years Grad’s and to the principal and teachers, the grains of education you planted over the years will surely produce a great crop of future leaders. Thank you. Richard Korejwo – Valemount, B.C.

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Thank you McBride Laundromat Dear Editor: We would like to thank the owners of McBride Laundromat for re-opening this facility. We have been in a bit of a ”pickle” since the sudden closing of the Valemount Laundromat. I drove to Jasper with our laundry once (and fought the parking/traffic situation there). Another trip to Prince George included a visit to a laundromat there. Very inconvenient and as pensioners we certainly can’t afford to drive that far to do our wash. Until we are able to get our water situation sorted (an underground rainwater cistern) and power (we are offgrid) we are dependent on public laundry places, so are very happy to see the McBride one re-opened. We wish the owners every success. Thank you! Sincerely, Johanna & Chris Layton Dunster, B.C.

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Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament for Prince George-Peace River, joined fellow Members of Parliament, media personalities, and members of Canada’s national senior men’s rugby team for a friendly game of rugby on the Parliament Hill lawn on Monday, June 4. The “Game on the Hill” was organized by Rugby Canada as a way to showcase and promote Sevens rugby and the summer rugby season in Canada. “As a former premier player and university coach, rugby has always been a passion of mine,” said Mr. Zimmer. “I am pleased to see the sport’s popularity in Canada continue to grow with the rising success of our national teams.” The National Senior Men’s team will begin the summer season with a game against the United States on June 9th. They will then play Italy on June 15th and Georgia on June 23rd. Canada is curVillage of Valemount rently ranked 13th in the world. Notice of Preparation and Presentation “Some of my fondest of the Municipal Annual Report memories are from being on the rugby field June 26, 2012 @ 7:00 pm and I encourage all resiCouncil Chambers dents to get involved 735 Cranberry Lake Road in their local leagues,” said Mr. Zimmer. “It is a Please take notice that the Village of Valemount great sport for people of is currently in the process of preparing its 2012 all ages and a great way Annual Report. Draft copies of the Report will be to stay active.” available for viewing at the Village Office by June Canada will also be 12, 2012 striving to compete for Any comments received by the general public will Olympic Gold when be addressed at the Council Meeting on June 26, Sevens rugby returns to 2012. the Olympic Games in Lori McNee 2016 for the first time Director of Finance since 1924.

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Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2743 is proposed to amend zoning on District Lot 12756, Cariboo District, on a site specific basis, to allow a Recreation Cabin with a floor area not greater than 100 square meters on the subject property. The subject parcel is located north of Highway 16 and Carr Road. The owners are Roland and Janet Diehl.

At the public hearing, all those who deem their interest in land to be affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions. Written submissions delivered by hand, mail, fax or email must be received by the Regional District no later than Friday June 8, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. to be considered at the public hearing. Please contact the Regional District for acceptable methods for submitting comments by email. Any material received before or at the public hearing will become public information. The public hearing will be chaired by a delegate of the Regional District Board. Copies of the proposed bylaw, and other relevant background documents, may be examined at the office of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, 155 George Street, Prince George, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., between Friday, May 25 and Monday June 11, 2012. The Staff Report with background information and bylaws can be viewed online at: http://tinyurl.com/RDFFGBylaw2743Report Kenna Latimer Development Services

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COMMUNITY EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

Dunster schoolhouse concert: fish and bird-Thursday, June 7 at 7 p.m. at The Dunster Fine Arts School This is the final concert in the series. Come out and enjoy the indie-folk-roots band. Tickets are available at the door for $15 adult and $8 for kids ages 6-14. Children under 6 are free. Concession will also be available! Strawberry shoRtcake tea hosted by the mcbride & district hospital auxillary June 8 at 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. at Beaverview Lodge Fresh, homemade Strawberry Shortcake. If you wish to order and have it delivered (between 11-2), please call Pat at (250) 569-2459. Free legal advise at the mcbride & district public library June 12 at 7:30 p.m. Offering 15 minute free and private legal advise sessions via the internet (Skype). First-come, firstserve basis. Call (250) 569-2411 with any questions. 100 Years of Monroes in the Robson Valley: Everyone invited! June 16, 2012

Welcome to a potluck breakfast, 8:00 – 9:30 am at the “Mountainview Community Hall,” the building that once housed Phil Marsh’s farm store on Mountainview Road. We have photos, family tree and a power point display to share. A look at “changes through the years” will follow with a Trapping presentation by Bryan Monroe, a Telephone Pole camp and forestry presentation by Mike Monroe and a tour of home sites and memories through the eyes of Dave Marsh and Shirley Gardner. Come back for sandwiches and more visiting after the tours and presentations.

Valemountain Days - June 22-24 Help Valemount celebrate its 50th anniversary by participating in the parade, or partaking in games and activities. There are a lot of things to participate in including kids games, face painting, a BBQ, a pancake breakfast, bingo, garage sales, and a lot of food to indulge in. Dunster Ice Cream social June 30 at the Dunster Community Hall Come out and enjoy ice cream from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with gluten-free and dairy-free options(sorbet) available. Pot-luck goodies are welcome. Afterwards dance it all off from 9 p.m. to mid night with music by DJ Bob Matchett. For more information contact Julienn Ambrose at (250)

968-4314 or Nancy Taylor at (250) 968-4358. Canoe Mountain Rodeo - July 14-15 Support local, and out of town riders for a fun packed weekend. NorthWEst mud racing - August 4-5 200 ft side by side mud racing, drag races, and a bog pit. At the Canoe River Campground Rodeo Grounds. Robson valley music festival - Aug 17-19 Come out and enjoy a weekend of music, food, and good friends. This years line up will include acts like Don Alder, Allen & Alexander, Ball Gag n Chain Gang, and many more talented artists. There will be local vendors, food vendors, and wares vendors. If you would like to participate in any way or want any more information please visit their website www.robsonvalleymusicfestivalbc.com.

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ONGOING EVENTS Valemount MONDAYS: • VALEMOUNT SENIORS Carpet Bowling 9 a.m. Golden Years Lodge • Royal Canadian Legion General meetings every 3rd Mon. of month 7:30 p.m. in Legion. • TAI KWAN DO & SELF DEFENSE 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and TAI KWAN DO KIDS CLASSES 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. • LADIES DAY at Valemount Pines Gold Club (all day) tuesdays: • Valemount Children’s Activity Centre Board Meeting 1st Tuesday of the month - 7 p.m. @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • adult recreational vollEyball 7-9 p.m. Valemount Sec. School gym. Contact Suzanne Bloodoff @ 250 566-9979 • Council Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 p.m., council chambers. Everyone welcome. • Ladies Auxiliary #266 Legion Meetings 1st Tuesday of every month 3 p.m. in Valemount Legion. • CARDIO KICK BOXING 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. WEDNESDAYS: • Public Library Board Meeting Every 2nd Wed. 5 p.m. Downstairs at the library. • valemount seniors music night 7-9 p.m. Golden Years Lodge • TOASTMASTERS meets every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Best Western. • TAI KWAN DO & SELF DEFENSE 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and TAI KWAN DO KIDS CLASSES 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. • MENS DAY at Valemount Pines Gold Club (all day) THURSDAYS: • CRIBBAGE GAME at Golden Years Lodge at 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Everyone Welcome! • CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 p.m. Downstairs Valemount Clinic. Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458. • Chamber of Commerce Quarterly General Meetings 3rd Thurs. of January, April, July and October @ 4:45 p.m. Location TBA • Saddle & Wagon Club Meeting 3rd Thurs. 7 p.m. 566-9707 • VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings first Thurs. of every month at 7 p.m. downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge. • CARDIO KICK BOXING 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. • VALEMOUNT FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP will meet the last Thursday of every month at the old Village Office, 99 Gorse St., at 7:30 p.m.. For families dealing with mental health issues. Call Irene Brady at (250) 566 1958. FRIDAYS:

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• VALEMOUNT LEGION Friday Night dinners starting at 5 p.m. • ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Friday evenings at 8 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Catholic Church basement SATURDAYS: • Valemount circle dance. For more info please contact 250 566-1782

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Tete Jaune Community Club meetings held the 1st Tues. of the month at 7 p.m. at the Tete Jaune Hall.

McBride • Mcbride community forest Open quarterly meetings on the first Wednesday of the month on January 4, April 4, July 4, and October 3. McBride Village Council Chambers 7 p.m. tuesdays: • TOPS Tues. 6:45 p.m. weigh-in, 7:15 p.m. meeting. Health Unit in McBride. New members welcome. Brenda Molendyk 569-3113 • Village Council Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues.,7:30 p.m., Village Council Chambers. • Alcoholics Anonymous Every Tuesday, 8 p.m. at the Health Unit. • STORYTIME at the McBride & District Public Library 10:30 a.m. WEDNESDAYS: • Free Drop in Community Volleyball from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the McBride Secondary School • KIDZ KRAFTS 2:30-3:30 p.m. AT ODDS AND ENDS • Diabetes Support Group 1st Wed., 1 p.m. at Beaverview Lodge Sat. 10 a.m. -12 p.m., 441 Dominion St. • Support Group For Families Dealing With Mental Health Problems Last Wed every month 7:30 p.m. @ McBride Health Centre. More info call Norma 569-2637 or Elizabeth 968-4347 • Valley Piecemakers Quilt Guild Every other Wednesday. 7:00 p.m. in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 569-3210. • LEGION AUXILIARY BINGO First and Third Wednesday of the month at McBride Library. THURSDAYS: • OAPO Stitch & Knit Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 p.m., Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305 SATURDAYS: • WRITERS’ CIRCLE at 1 p.m. Alternates between Dunster Fine Arts School & McBride Library. All Welcome. Contact 569 2411/ library@mcbridebc.org for more info.

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Arts & culture

McBride Woman + Welder = Art! Astrid Frazier Contributor

rt is often defined as pen/paper, paint/canvas, photography, or written word etc. but this art form is unique and very different. Stacey Kendall and her partner came to the valley in 2010 after having traveled all over BC. She found she loved all the areas she traveled to for different reasons but the Robson Valley had all the good things she was looking for wrapped into one place. She was raised just down the road in Kamloops. The “welding” came about a few years ago while she was working on a BC drilling rig site. The rig workers had some down-time and taught her a few basic welding skills and the next thing you know, she had gathered up scraps from around the site and made/welded an “alien couple”… a piece of folk art !! After she had come to our valley she was given a “mig” welder as a gift (for Valentine’s Day!) and she renewed her creative art. Since then, word has gotten out, and local folks have been donating metal scraps, parts etc….to her collection awaiting inspiration. There isn’t a utensil, clevis, wrench, crank or miscellaneous piece of metal that is safe from Stacey’s imagination. So far she has limited her work to smaller pieces because her new shop conversion is not ready yet. A woman of many talents, she is a Certified Massage Therapist (since 1995) and has been offering her massage services in McBride, and she dabbles in many crafts including photography, beading, wire sculpture, and crocheting. Kendall said you can contact her at staceface2010@live.com if you would like to see her work or if you wish to donate smaller pieces of scrap metal to her future creations. Her art and creativity is certainly unique and special. It’s cool too!

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Above: Stacey Kendall takes a moment from her welding time to discuss her art. Upper and lower left: Two examples of Kendall’s art made from recycled metal. Photos by Astrid Frazier

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Presenting Valemount's 2012 Graduates

“Congratulations graduating class of 2012”

On Saturday, June 2, 2012, the Valemount Secondary School graduating class of 2012 got all dressed up for their ceremony that afternoon. After the ceremony they ventured over to the Golden Years Lodge for pictures. From left to right: Dustin Craig-Pelletier, Theo Teering, Dawson Heigh, Martin Gislimberti, Rylan Battensby, Joshua Hanson, Dylan Yetter, Kent Felmark, Brittany Lestage, Leath-Anne Kettle, Ilaria Cerioni, Tamia Matute, Rebecca Lerch, Sylvia Grigat, Kelsey Griffin, Alannah Penno, Linnaea VanderZwan, Haley VanderZwan, Dana Barnes, Melanie Brown, Kelly Roy and Felecia Pownall. Photo by Andrea Scholz

Diamond Jubilee Tea at the Valemount Museum Marie Birkbeck CONTRIBUTOR

“Behind the scenes”

Above: Valemount Museum & Archives administrator Jeannette Lorenz (right) and volunteer and president of the Valemount Historic Society, Linda Hedberg take a break for a photo during the busy tea on Saturday, June 2, 2012. Photo submitted

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ne wintery day in January as the world was preparing for Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations in June, a thought came to Jeannette Lorenz, administrator of the Valemount Museum. “We are going to have a tea here in Valemount to commemorate the occasion. Why don’t I write to Buckingham Palace and see if they will share a little insight about the Queen’s tea drinking preferences?” Jeannette did exactly that; a well thought out, carefully written letter was drafted and mailed away. Never in her wildest dreams did Lorenz expect that she would receive a reply in just three short weeks! The Queen’s Senior Correspondence Officer, Sonia Bonici thanked Lorenz for her inquiry and wished her well in her local Jubilee Tea, but regretted that she was unable to disclose any information about Queen Elizabeth’s personal preferences. That did not deter Lorenz from carrying out her plan to have a celebration here in Valemount. She found a site on the web that would give her a supply of commemorative flags for the tables, and over the next few months she learned to make scones. Members of the Valemount Historic Society brought china tea cups and saucers out of their cupboards for the occasion. Antique dealer Gwen Pich also donated the use of some her china collection for the day. On Saturday June 2, the annex at the Museum was set for high tea. Trays of traditional British sandwiches, dainties and sweets all homemade by the ladies of the Valemount Historic Society graced the tables. In total fifty five people came out to celebrate the day. Shirley Bond, MLA and husband Bill made the trip from Prince George, B.C. to spend the afternoon in the Robson Valley. Four tourists from Holland who just happened to be at the museum at the time were also in attendance. The highlight of the day was of course the unveiling of the letter from Buckingham Palace that Lorenz had received many months ago. The letter will become a permanent display at the Valemount & Area Museum.

“In celebration of Her Majesty”

Above: The thank you letter from Buckingham Palace that was sent to the Valemount Museum to commemorate the celebration. Submitted by the Valemount Museum

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D.A.R.E. recognizes graduates at VES Daniel Betts EDITOR

rug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) is a highly acclaimed international program that gives kids the skills they need to avoid involvement in drugs, gangs and violence. It is available in 43 countries around the world and is implemented in 75 per cent of school districts across Canada. Last week, for completing the program, Grade 5 and Grade 6 students at Valemount Elementary School (VES) were presented with certificates by Constable James Bos of the Valemount RCMP Detachment and Corporal Alison Coyle, North District Area Coordinator for the RCMP Drugs & Organized Crime Awareness Service. Constable Bos, the only qualified D.A.R.E. instructor in the local RCMP Detachment, characterized his experience this year as, “a positive experience I enjoy.” He stated the purpose of the ceremony was to celebrate what the kids had accomplished in the program, but the kids needed to take what they learned forward in a positive way. “I only get them for 10 hours, you guys get them for a heck of a lot more than that.” Three of the D.A.R.E. graduates were asked to read aloud essays they had written about what they had learned in the program. Constable Bos commented that he often reviews essays written by children over the years as a reminder of the effect the program has on children. Corporal Coyle, who just began her position in

“D.A.R.E. Graduates recognized by parents and teachers”

Above: On Friday, June 1, Valemount Elementary School students who participated in the D.A.R.E. program received t-shirts and certificates and were treated to cake. Photo by Andrea Scholz

March and works out of Prince George, B.C., expressed the importance of not only the program but of keeping up with what is taught throughout their elementary and high school careers. “Kids who try substances in their early teens are five times more likely to have substance abuse issues later in life.. Even if you can delay the first onset at 21, we are way better

off and they can make better decisions.” Sadly, VES principal, Pricilla Prosser, announced Constable Bos and his family would be leaving Valemount to report to another posting elsewhere in the province. For all his years of service in instructing the D.A.R.E. program at VES, Prosser presented Corporal Bos with a gift.

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ew Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is now accepting applications for 2012 -2013. NHSP is a federal grants and contributions program that supports projects led or inspired by seniors who want to make a difference in the lives of others and in their communities. Since its creation in 2004, NHSP has helped seniors lead and participate in a wide variety of activities across the county. Community based projects can be eligible for grants of up to $25,000 per year, per organization. Projects must encourage seniors to share their knowledge, skills and experiences with

others and help communities increase their capacity to address local issues. The program supports social participation and inclusion of seniors through a number of objectives. Including engaging seniors in the community, promoting volunteerism among seniors and other generations expanding awareness of elder abuse, supporting social participation and inclusion of seniors, and providing capital assistance for new and existing community projects. Eligible participants include but are not limited to: not for profit organizations, community based coalitions, for profit organizations, providing that the nature of the project is non commercial and will not generate profits, mu-

nicipal governments, band/tribal councils, public health and social services intuitions; and research and educational institutions including school boards, school districts, universities and colleges. Application deadline for this year’s intake is June 29. Full details on the program and the application process can be found on the New Horizons for Seniors Program website at www.hrdc. gc.ca/seniors or call 1-800-255-9914. In Valemount application packages are also available from the Valemount & Area Chamber of Commerce 1433- 6th Ave. (250) 250 0061.

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COMMUNITY Notes from All Over Donalda Beeson CONTRIBUTOR

Robson Valley Mental Health Advisory Committee Northern Health is putting together Mental Health Advisory Committees across the region to help identify and advocate for the specific needs of each community. They are currently looking for board members and participants in the Robson Valley. The board will consist of not only service providers, but also consumers of the services, and the consumer’s family members. All interested stakeholders, and interested community members are welcome and invited to come and exercise their voice and add their input, said Tracy Magdall, Mental Health and Addiction Services. The next meeting is June 12, at 12 noon at the Valemount Secondary School Video Conference room. Creative Visualization at The Gathering Tree Beginning Monday night, June 4, at The Gathering Tree from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come and learn how to create a better life, using this very empowering technique. Certified in hypnotherapy, Sherral Shaw said she will be sharing her knowledge and experience about the power of the mind. Creative visualization can be used for everything from inner calming to outward manifesting. The cost is $5. Coffee, tea or juice donation is $1.

Medina puts Valemount on the map for track and field Valemount Secondary School student Omar Medina participated in the BC High School Track and Field Championships on June 1-2, 2012 in Burnaby, B.C. where he landed a third place victory in the Grade 8 & 9 Boys Long Jump competition. His placing jump measured 5.82 meters. Medina also participated in the 100 meter Dash in which he placed 14th, as well as the 200 meter Run in which he also placed 14th. Medina is a Grade 8 student and for the last several weeks has been living in Prince George in order to practice with the Prince George Track and Field Team. This is his first year in competing at the high school level. Medina is a competitor to keep our eyes upon in the future. Well done Omar! Valemount to be featured on Global TV According to an email from Welsa Wong of Global TV BC, Valemount is going to be featured on Small Town BC on Saturday, June 9 on Global BC’s Saturday Morning News. She invites everyone to submit one photo each of the Valemount community and area to weekendnews@globaltv. com. Please also send a brief description of your photo. The photos will be shown on TV during the show! Don’t delay, send in your photo today! Got a Tip? If you have a note idea or tip, or would like to share your event or happening with us, you are encouraged to contact Donalda Beeson at donalda@thevalleysentinel.com or The Valley Sentinel (250) 566 4425. Please note that all items for publication on the Wednesday issue must be in by the previous Friday.

Danielea Castell Returns to Valemount Join sacred singer and chant leader Danielea Castell for an evening of inspiring chants, poetry and music from a variety of spiritual and cultural traditions. Supported by the healing drone of the harmonium and ignited by the pulsing beat of the drum, you’ll journey through the landscape of your own being on the current of your sound. Feel relaxed, refreshed and energized! The SOUNDS ALIVE Sacred Chant Concert will be on Friday, June 8, from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Tickets are $20. Then, Saturday, June 9, there will be a GIVE VOICE TO YOUR PASSION Workshop at the Golden Years Lodge in Valemount from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for $99. Or Attend the Chant Concert and Workshop for $111. No singing ability required. All voices welcome. Bring a closed water bottle. Preregistration is required for Saturday’s workshop. For more information or to registration call Regena Bergen at (250) 566 9181 or email coreyregena@ hotmail.com. Sunday June 10, Danielea will be offering Private Voice 1:1 Mentoring. One-hour sessions beginning at 10 a.m. are $50 each. CBT Columbia River Treaty There will be an information session and consultation workshop on Wednesday, June 13, at the Lions Hall from 3 p.m.-7p.m. with an in depth discussion from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m., a free dinner from 6:30 p.m.-7 p.m., and 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Province of BC Consultation Workshop. According to HQ Prince George, “A new website has been created to help rural communities and First Nations explore green energy opportunities.” The Green Energy project website is the “brainchild” of B.C.’s three Beetle Action Coalitions with a goal of “promoting economic diversification in the wake of the mountain pine beetle epidemic.” Apparently, Telkwa and Valemount have already connected with green project tools through the website!

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ACTIVITIES WEEKLY HOROSCOPE by MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) A A busy cycle continues with plenty of places to go and people to see. Yet, being in sync with others is the challenge. Minor upsets and confusions of late are likely. Consequently, directing your focus on home and family, or simply staying put, may be the ideal solution. Aim to achieve your communications by other means than travel. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) Attending to a spectrum of duties and activities is keeping you busy. Getting everything done and satisfying all your wants and needs presents a practical, material, sensual focus. Yet, having enough energy for it all it the other question. Consider easing off on the accelerator and aim to cooperate more with others for a smoother flow. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) You are on a march to enter fresh territory. This may be literally true but perhaps psychologically and emotionally as well. Your spirit of adventure and tossing security to the wind is likely to take a strong turn this week. Now it is time to attend to what you feel you need, which will curb your adventurism somewhat. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) Your pace has likely been a little slower of late. Things will speed-up a little this week. Yet with so many changes unfolding in your public and professional sphere, you may want the pace to remain even and steady. Being faithful and overcoming worry may be easier said than done, yet the anti for doing so is about to go up very soon. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Venus Retrograde is playing havoc with pretty much everyone these days and you will likely agree. Although this is generally an expansive, progressive, go-ahead time for you, you may feel beset by caution and uncertainty. This is likely to change when Jupiter enters Gemini on June 12. The urge to take initiatives to expand your outreach will be activated. Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Presenting a healthier image and offering more efficient service to others is a current theme. This increase in contentiousness stands to have positive results in your career. Yet your social life may not be as exciting as satisfying as you direct the bulk of your energies towards improvement. Clear the way for the new and maintain this sober focus for long term satisfaction. Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Changes for the better continue to unfold in your world. You have likely endured a lot over the past few years and so have earned all the good coming your way now. Opportunities for travel and adventure or for broadening your scope of awareness, or at least for increasing your sense of optimism are on the rise. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) A process of clearing the old to make way for the new continues. This may include the inspiration or need to re-invent your self somehow. As god an idea as this is, it may not be time to commit to long term investments or contracts or leases… just yet. How can you clear the old, prepare the new and yet delay deeper commitments, for now?

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Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) Expansion on relationship fronts continues and will increase noticeably over the next few weeks anyway. Gaining the attention and support of others may feel extra important. Yet, be willing to reciprocate to maintain a healthy balance. Change is certainly brewing, perhaps especially close to home. Aim for solid ground. Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Overcoming the excess stress factor asks that you practice going with the flow these days. Yet, the current is flowing towards greater efficiency. Working with the currents verses trying too direct them may be the answer. Be willing to be more agreeable and negotiable with people and situations, and perhaps with inner guidance, for best results. Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) Your confidence levels continue to rise, at least on certain fronts. Amidst and otherwise stressful stream of events in the bigger picture, your own flow is progressing. Still, your focus will sharpen in terms of health strategies, choices and priorities. Adaptation is ever a golden key and the time has come for a good measure of it. Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) Creating a more appealing, efficient and satisfying state and atmosphere close to home continues. Investments in this regard are worthwhile and will likely contribute to your feeling more confident as well. You are in a metamorphic cycle and the more you cooperate, the better. If you have not been focused this way, do it now! You will be glad you did!

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LOCAL GOVERNMENT McBride Council Briefs from May 23 Birgit Stutz CONTRIBUTOR

he regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held May 23 with Mayor Mike Frazier, Councillors Irene Rejman, Lori Kimpton, Rick Thompson and Raj Basran, Chief Administrative Officer Eliana Clements and Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine in attendance. Nine members of the public were present as well. Delegate Delegate Naomi Balla-Boudreau on behalf of the McBride and District Public Library Board presented Council with the board members’ concerns in regards to the Community Access Program (CAP) funding cuts that will affect the operation of the McBride Public Library. In a letter addressed to MP Bob Zimmer, Board of McBride and District Public Library Chair Al Birnie wrote that “the loss of this funding will severely restrict our ability to provide essential electronic services to all citizens of the Robson Valley and to keep current with emerging computer technologies.” Councillor Thompson moved that a letter be written to MP Zimmer in support of the library’s request for reinstatement of the CAP funding. The motion was seconded by Councillor Rejman and carried. Reports Mayor, Councillors and staff provided verbal reports on activities. Councillor Thompson, Mayor Frazier and EDO Graine provided information and acknowledgements regarding the recent BC Hydro upgrade announcements. McBride Community Foundation 2012 Grant Summary Report Councillor Thompson made a motion that the McBride Community Foundation 2012 Grant Summary Report be received. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried. Beer garden endorsement Councillor Rejman made a motion that the application for a beer garden endorsement #2012-02 for the slow-pitch tournament to be held during Pioneer Days June 15-17 be approved. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried. Letter of support Councillor Rejman made a motion that a letter be sent in support of the UNBC Community Development Institute for the establishment of an endowment or long-term funding contributions for the CDI. The motion was seconded by Councillor Thompson and carried. Mowing contract awarded Councillor Thompson made a motion that the Village of McBride Arterial/Frontage Road Grass

Mowing Contract 2012-01 be awarded to VBM Services. The motion was seconded by Councillor Rejman and carried. Councillor Basran opposed. Report from McBride Tourism Advisory Council Councillor Thompson presented Council with a report from the McBride Tourism Advisory Council. Thompson is the chair person of the committee. Thompson reported that the TAC has had two meetings (April 30 and May 16) to address the scope of work as outlined in the Terms of Reference approved by Council. “Although the committee is in its early days, the committee has made some significant progress,” he said. “The committee has identified a number of short-term projects that have notable strengths for attracting tourism yet have some challenges that need to be addressed to make them marketable tourism products.” These projects include the Solar System Tour, the Fire Hydrant Tour, the Dominion Creek Trail, Horseshoe Lake with its bird watching opportunities, as well as a number of hiking trails around McBride that are maintained by the local hiking group. Thompson said the committee will be seeking funding sources and implementing actions to facilitate these short-term projects. The committee has also identified two growth areas. “McBride has a very successful winter recreation/tourism industry, sledding, heli-skiing, etc., and it is the view of the committee to look at opportunities that create growth in the shoulder and summer seasons providing more revenues to hotels, restaurants, etc. year-round. The two mid-term opportunities that will be explored and worked on by the committee are a mountain bike trail system and non-motorized trails multi-use trails and effective management of the growth of the ATVing sector.” Thompson said the committee acknowledged the McBride and Area Chamber of Commerce for the work done and being done to update the red McBride and Area Guide marketing tool and approved this as the official guide for racking purposes with Tourism BC. “The committee is looking into the development of a more dynamic tourism website and will be seeking partners and funding sources to develop this product further,” he said. “The committee at this time did not approve working on a print marketing tool that EDO Graine had done background work on.” Thompson said the committee requests approval and support from the Village of McBride for the development of a grant application from the Omineca Beetle Action Coalition (OBAC) to advance the tourism enhancement opportunities as presented (short and mid-term). “At this time, I would request only that Council support the application in principle so that additional work can be undertaken,” he said. “At a later date, I would request an official letter

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of endorsement from the Village of McBride to support an application.” Support of TAC’s OBAC grant application Mayor Frazier made a motion that Council supports in principle the Tourism Advisory Committee’s development of a grant application to the Omineca Beetle Action Coalition (OBAC) so that additional work can be undertaken by the committee. The motion was seconded by Councillor Rejman and carried. Letter regarding info centre Council received a letter from Dunster resident Stefi McLean regarding the McBride Visitors Info Centre. McLean is concerned about the proposed changes to the info centre and is looking for clarity why Council wants to change how the info centre is run. She feels that removing funding for the info centre and allowing it to come under forprofit management will benefit the person winning the contract but will not benefit the village. In her letter, McLean also indicated that in her opinion the info centre is currently in the perfect location and is concerned about a possible change of location. Councillor Thompson made a motion that a letter be sent to McLean in response to her questions in the letter she sent to Council. The motion was seconded by Councillor Rejman and carried. Council meetings open to the public The next Council meeting is scheduled for June 12. The public is reminded that the Village of McBride Council meetings as well as the Village of McBride budget meetings are open to the public. Dates for Council meetings, agendas and minutes, as well as information on how to address Council and provide input at a Council meeting can be found on the Village of McBride website at www.mcbride.ca. For more information, contact the Village of McBride at (250) 569 2229. Additional information on Village happenings can also be found on Councillor Thompson’s blog at www.rickthompson.webs.com. Both Councillor Thompson and Mayor Frazier also maintain a Facebook page with public information.

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