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The Village of Cache Creek has turned to crowdfund-ing platform black-press4good.com in order to raise money to assist in the after-math of last Saturday’s disastrous flooding.
“Lots of people were working on dif-
ferent fundraising proj-ects,” said Cache Creek Councillor Wyatt McMurray, “and we decided that it needed to be focussed and under one umbrella.” He and several oth-ers began researching various crowdfunding platforms, and Carmen Ranta suggested a B.C. platform, which is based in Vancouver.
Blackpress4good.com crowdfunding is powered by Fundrazr, and promoted via local community newspa-pers.
A committee was formed at the Council meeting on May 25, and the fundraising initiative received the approval of council. “If it goes through the Village then people
know it’s being prop-erly collected and han-dled and dispersed,” said McMurray. “People want to give money and help,” he added. “This gives them one place to go to, where they know the money will be accounted for.”
The committee will set criteria as soon as possible, such as how
to apply for some of the money raised. The committee will also decide who the recipi-ents will be. More than 100 residents have been displaced from their homes, some of which could not be saved, and many people have lost almost everything. Due to the nature of the event, most people have been told their
losses are not covered by insurance.
“This is purely for Cache Creek residents who’ve been affected,” said McMurray. “It’s not to pay for lamp-posts or park benches. One hundred per cent of the donations received will go to people in Cache Creek. None of it will go to the Village.”
FundRazr, which helps people raise funds via online dona-tions, started in 2012, and since that time has hosted more than 45,000 campaigns and raised more than $52 million in dona-tions. Anyone who wants to donate to the Cache Creek relief fund can go to Blackpress4Good.com.
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Severe thunder storms and lightening on May 27 was the cause of a fire approximately 4.5 km up Silk Road. “That's (Silk Road) approximately 6.6 km up Park Road from the roundabout,” said Jim Jones, manager of Clearwater Fire Zone.
“At 4:55 p.m. last Wednesday, there was a lightening strike in Larry Colborne's woodlot which was a winter logging block. It grew to approximately three hectares then went into the standing timber above the block for another three hectares.” said Jones. “The standing timber is riddled with dead pine.”
“Two three-person Initial Attack crews were sent out. Wadleggers excavator was hired to open up the roads, and air tankers ringed the fire with mud and worked for a good hour or so,” said the Fire Zone manager.
“Thursday morning a 20 man unit crew and two 3-person Initial Attack crews were on site, plus an excavator, dozer and two water tenders (trucks). By Thursday the fire was approximately 50 per cent contained and in patrol status by Saturday.”
As of Monday crews continued to patrol the fire. “No hot spots have been found since Saturday, reported FPA Richard Swift.
When asked if there were any new fires Swift reported there was a small one up Peddie Mountain and another one up the TFL. Both are extinguished.
BlackPress4Good collects donations for Cache Creek
Lightening strike causes � re up Raft
Right: An airtanker drops mud on a fire up Silk RoadPhoto by Diane Dekelver
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Bin-bashing bruin at B.C. Wildlife ParkThis pair of four-year-old Grizzly bears made quick work of opening garbage receptacles, using brute force to pop open a screw-topped garbage lid and pry the top back from a zap-strapped container. The demonstration yesterday focused on the importance of practising good bear-aware prac-tices when placing garbage at the curbside. The demonstration was co-ordinated by Frank Ritcey of WildSafe BC and the BC Wildlife Park.Dave Eagles/KTW
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“Did you know our proposed expansion follows the existing route for most of the way?”
- Carey Johannesson, Project Lead, Land & Right-of-Way, Trans Mountain Expansion Project.
For more information, go to TransMountain.com/planning-the-routeEmail: [email protected] · Phone: 1-866-514-6700
Committed to safety since 1953.
OF THE ROUTE IS ON THE EXISTING RIGHT-OF-WAY.73%
(or 98km) WILL REQUIRE NEW ROUTING.10%
WILL FOLLOW OTHER LINEAR INFRASTRUCTURES, SUCH AS HYDRO, TELUS, RAILWAYS AND HIGHWAYS.
17%
The proposed Trans Mountain Expansion follows the existing
route or other linear infrastructure for 90% of the way.
That means less than 100 kms needs to be moved to undisturbed
lands. These reroutes will be made to improve safety and address
environmental considerations, and will accommodate changes
in land usage since the pipeline was originally built in 1953.
We’ve been talking with the public, stakeholders, landowners
and Aboriginal communities along the proposed corridor to hear
their concerns. We expect you will ask questions. We’ve made
adjustments in many places to address the concerns we’ve heard.
Our intention in all of our planning is to minimize the impact on
residents, communities and the environment, while ensuring that
safe construction and operations are possible.
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The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) supports the twinning of the Trans-Mountain Pipeline.
The board of directors overwhelmingly approved a motion of support for the project during its meeting May 28.
Four directors were opposed — alternate director Donovan Cavers, mayor of Lytton Jessoa Lightfoot, Area I director Steven Rice and Area M director Randy Murray.
The motion was brought to the board by Sun Peaks Mayor Al Raine.
“I think it is important for the TNRD to take a position on this issue,” Raine said, noting the products are passing through the corridor regardless and it is important to ensure they are doing so in the safest possible manner.
“I guess one could argue about all the issues with the environment, the tar sands,” he continued.
“That’s not the issue with my motion. They’re going to be passing through the corridor, the pipeline is the best foreseeable option.”
Kamloops city Councillor Ken Christian seconded the motion.
“Irrespective of how we feel about fos-sil fuels, we are still using fossil fuels,” he said. “We have to be conscious that, in a global society using them, there is an increasing need. Getting these products to people should be done in the safest way.”
For Christian, that is the pipeline.Kamloops Councillor Arjun Singh also
spoke in support of the motion, though he noted his support was not of continuing to use the pipeline in perpetuity.
Cavers was the lone Kamloops councillor to speak against the motion.
“There’s not much reason for the TNRD to be taking a stand on the political hot potato,” he said.
“The elephant in the room is climate change. In general, our society needs to be moving away from using more and more fossil fuels.”
He noted supporting the pipeline was, in essence, supporting 60 years of increased fossil fuel usage.
Kamloops area director Mel Rothenburger recused himself from the vote as the pipeline passes through his property.
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The Raft Mountain Skating Club of Clearwater has received $8,050 from the province’s Community Gaming Grants program.
The club will use the funds for its skating lessons programs.
“There are few things more ‘Canadian’ than learning to skate,” Kamloops-North Thompson MLA Terry Lake said. “This grant will allow more young people in Clearwater to learn this great, healthy activity that encourages life-long physical fitness.”
“These funds will ensure the Raft Mountain Skating Club can continue to offer skating lessons to the community at
an affordable level, thereby keeping it accessible to every-one,” Raft Mountain Skating club treasurer Chris Kreke said. “With few amenities for youth in our small town, it is important to offer the learn-to-skate programs to our youth to keep them active and involved."
Every year, the provincial government approves $135 million in gaming grants that benefit more than 5,000 local non-profit organizations that serve communities throughout British Columbia.
Organizations interested in applying for Community Gaming Grants can find infor-mation and applications at pssg.gov.bc.ca/gaming
Thompson-Nicola Regional District supports twinning of pipeline
Gaming grant puts more Clearwater youth in skates
North Thompson Star Journal
The Barriere and District Riding Club (B&DRC) held the first events of their competition season with a gymkhana on May 23, and a horse show on May 24.
The unsettled weather over the week-end put the newest addition to the Light Horse area at the North Thompson Fall Fair facility to use – a beautiful new cover on the grandstand.
The Light Horse show ring had the last uncovered grandstand on the fairgrounds, and the B&DRC decided it was time to provide some cover for spectators and com-petitors.
This was made possible by a very generous grant from the Lower North Thompson Community Forest Society (LNTCFS), and in May, LNTCFS
secretary/treasurer, Martin Matthews joined B&DRC presi-dent Darcey Woods to unveil the completed project.
Ruth Black headed up the project commit-tee. Bob Black, Bob Brandenburg, John Gidinsky and Uli Migl completed the con-struction. The B&DRC say the time and efforts of these volunteers were greatly appreciat-ed by the club, and will be for years to come as the enjoy the covered seating.
In addition to the LNTCFS grant, donations were also received from Jim’s Market in Little Fort, Noble Tractor in Kamloops, and the Kamloops Large Animal Veterinary Clinic.
Barriere and District Riding Club says a big thank you to all of their donors and amazing volunteers for such generous support of their organization.
Horse enthusiasts and members of the public are invited to check out their upcoming events – a jumping and horse show on June 20 and
21, and a gymkhana on June 27.
Visit their website to see more events or to become a member: www.barrieredistric-tridingclub.com
Barriere Riding Club covers grandstand
Barriere and District riding Club president Darcey Woods was joined by Lower North Thompson Com-munity Forest Society secretary/treasurer, Martin mat-thews, to unveil the completed grandstand upgrade and new roof in the light horse area of the North Thompson fall fair grounds. Photo submitted
DISTRICT OF CLEARWATER
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WHAT’S HAPPENING?
Open Burning Prohibited within the District of Clearwater The open fire prohibition applies to:
Burning of any yard waste, slash or other materials larger than one-half meters Burning of stubble or grass The use of fireworks, sky lanterns or burning barrels of any size or description The [prohibition does NOT ban campfires Unless otherwise posted this prohibition remains in effect until October 1, 2015.
Notice of 2015 Water Regulations
Watering regulations will be in effect from May 15th to September 30th, 2015.
Watering Hours – Between 6:00am to 10:00am and from 6:00pm to 10:00pm (Properties with even numbered houses may water on even numbered days; and properties with odd numbered houses may water on odd numbered days).
Watering is not allowed between the hours of 10:00am and 6:00pm. Watering between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 6:00am is restricted to automatic systems controlled by a timer and must be registered (annually) at the District office. Residents with new lawns must register with the District Office for permission to water daily until the new lawn grows long enough to be cut. After the first cut the resident must revert to regular sprinkling regulations. Other Water Uses – All hoses used outdoors should be equipped with a working spring-loaded shut-off device. Hand watering of plants and hand washing of vehicles used with a spring loaded shut off nozzle or a hand held container is permitted at any time.
Events Calendar The District of Clearwater advertises local events both on their website www.districtofclearwater.com and in
our bi-monthly newsletter. If you would like to include your event, please email details to [email protected]. Community Events June 12th, 2015 Opening of the Hospital Rim Trail – 4:45pm at the old Hospital parking lot June 17th, 2015 Information sessions on draft Trails Network Master Plan; Dutch Lake Community Centre 2-4pm and 6-8pm Come and check it out! Upcoming Meetings of Council: Public Welcome. June 16th, 2015 Infrastructure Committee of the Whole Meeting – 1:00pm
June 16th, 2015 Regular Council Meeting – 2:00pm Keep updated with what’s happening in the District on our website www.districtofclearwater.com and “Like”
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
Roundabout Open House The District of Clearwater will be holding a public informational open house to discuss a proposal to construct a roundabout at the existing intersection of Highway 5 and Clearwater Valley Road and Park Drive. Representatives from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure will be present to explain how a roundabout works, give statistics and answer questions. The Open House will be held between 2:00pm-4:00pm and between 6:00 to 8:00pm Wednesday March 7th, 2012 at the Clearwater Secondary School Pit. Your input will guide our decisions. 2012-2016 Financial Plan Public Input The District of Clearwater is preparing its Five Year Financial Plan for the period of 2012-2016 and would like public input. Members of the community are encouraged to contribute input at any meeting or by dropping information at the District office or email Sheila Thiessen, Director of Finance at [email protected]. There will a public presentation of the Draft Financial Plan on April 3rd, 2012. District Grant in Aid Policy The Council of the District of Clearwater recognizes the value to the community of local clubs, groups, nonprofit organizations and charities. Applications for grants-in-aid must be made in writing addressed to the Finance and Audit Committee by April 30th, each calendar year in which the grant is required. The application shall state the reason for the request and a brief outline of the consequences if the grant is not approved. All grant applications shall declare requests that have been made to other governments/agencies the amounts applied for and the amount expected to be received. Grant in Aid forms are available at the District office. ICBC/Motor Vehicle “Insuring your teens? Make sure you have the right coverage” Did you know, ICBC offers an Excess Special Equipment endorsement? It insures permanently attached non-manufacturer's equipment worth more than $5,000, or permanently attached sound and communication equipment worth more than $1,000 for most passenger and light commercial vehicles. Historical Photos The District of Clearwater is looking for old photos depicting the Municipal Hall and other landmarks of Clearwater. Bring your old photos in and we will scan and return immediately. The best ones will be put up on the website. Items to Note
Interior Crisis Line - 1-888-353-CARE (2273). Call2Recycle box recycling batteries and cell phones at the District office
Pitch-In Canada Week – ‘Clean Sweep’ April 23-30, 2012
Upcoming Events March 7th – Roundabout Open House March 9th – Raft Mountain Skating Club – Dr. Seuss & Friends performance May 12th - Household Hazardous Waste Round up May 13th - “Free” Dump Day at Clearwater Landfill Upcoming Meetings of Council March 6th, 2012 – Parks and Recreation meeting – 5:00pm March 6th, 2012 – Regular Council meeting – 7:00pm March 20th, 2012 – Economic Development meeting – 5:00pm March 20th, 2012 – Regular Council meeting – 7:00pm
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Editor, The Times:I just don't understand
how it has come to be that some mayors and councils on the North Thompson appear ready to accept cash offers from Kinder Morgan, before Canadians have even said yes or no to this project. In Langley mayor and council has refused this money to date, some citizens even call-ing it a "bribe." The Kinder Morgan website notes the fol-lowing sums will be "to com-pensate for the disruption" during pipeline construction: Clearwater $390,000, Barriere
$290,000 and Vavenby, Birch Island, Black Pool, Blue River, Avola, Little Fort and Black Pines, $845,000.
I have been coming to the North Thompson region for 50 years for business and pleasure. The sport and First Nations fisheries, and other river industries, are and always will be more economi-cally important than the local valley pipeline industry. In fact the proposed new pipe is not for Canadians at all, but is a Texas company supplying China with tar sands bitumen. As a businessman and as an
enjoyer of the outdoors of the North Thompson, I can see only negative economic benefits coming from this tar sands pipeline.
This is because tar sands bitumen is the worst pollut-ing of all oils, and would coat the Thompson and Fraser river gravel and sloughs for 1,000s of miles and as we know from the Alaska and the Kalamazoo spills this oil would be unrecoverable and would kill the river for a gen-eration or more.
There have been many spills on the Trans Mountain pipeline and there will be many more, this is just anoth-er statistic. In my experience this company does its utmost to keep these spills from public view. I can forward a summary report of these past spills to concerned citizens who might wish to now pres-ent this to mayor and council (my email is [email protected])
David EllisRoving bookseller to the small
towns of B.C.
Are public appeals for a live organ donor fair?
Guest editorial By Jennifer Chandler
Opinion“ It is by going down into the abyss that we recover the treasures of
life. Where you stumble, there lies your treasure.” — Joseph Campbell, writer
BC Press CouncilThe Times is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the BC Press Council.Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to BC Press Council, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1A9For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org
Letters
Not in favour of pipeline
The public response to the appeal on behalf of Eugene Melnyk, owner of the Ottawa Senators hockey team, for a liver donor has been a heart-warming demonstration of the gener-osity of our community. Fortunately, a donor was found and the transplant was performed in time to save his life.
But is it fair that he received a donation when many others are wait-ing, and dying, on the waitlist for a transplant? This is one of the com-mon themes in the commentary in the news over the past few days.
It is entirely understandable for those in desperate need to give up on the waitlist for a deceased donor and to reach out to their friends and fam-ily, and, if they are able to do so, to the public to find a live donor. There is perhaps an inescapable unfairness in all such appeals for live donors. Those with larger families and social circles may have a higher chance of locating a suitable donor. As for appeals to the public, those with wealth, fame, charisma or a particu-larly compelling story are likely to do better than those without these attri-butes because they are more appeal-ing to the public or because they have better access to the means of effective mass communication.
Although some are critical of public appeals for live organ donors, it is important to note that refrain-ing from launching these appeals does nothing to help anyone. In fact, it may actually harm both people like Mr. Melnyk who hope to find a donor as well as others on the wait-list. There are several ways in which public appeals to help one specific individual might indirectly benefit others waiting for a transplant.
When the topic of organ dona-tion and transplantation attracts the public's attention, as it has done this week, more people tend to register their willingness to donate after death and to speak to their families about donation. This benefits everyone by increasing the availability of organs from deceased donors. It is important to remember that wealth and fame do not play a role in the allocation of organs from deceased donors in Canada, even if these factors might offer a platform from which to launch more successful appeals for
live donors.Second, some of those who have
come forward to help Mr. Melnyk may be willing to help one of the other unknown Canadians facing a similarly desperate plight. In other words, Mr. Melnyk's public appeal may well save the lives of others who are less well-placed than he to com-mand public attention.
According to the most recent annual statistics from the Canadian Institute for Health Information, 374 Canadians were awaiting a liver transplant in 2012. In the same time period, 111 in need of a liver trans-plant died or were removed from the waitlist. It is hard not to notice that in only a couple of days this past week, 2,000 people responded to the appeal on Mr. Melnyk's behalf, and more than 500 sent in donor applica-tions. This level of support could go a long way toward meeting the need for liver transplants in Canada.
The ideal outcome in this case is a healthy recovery for Mr. Melnyk and for the person who donated to him, as well as - and as important - spill-over benefits for the many others awaiting a transplant. This could be in the form of increased registration for deceased donation and perhaps live donation from some of the many people who stepped forward for Mr. Melnyk. In fact, 20 of the many potential donors who stepped forward are reported to have told surgeons they would like to donate to others in need.
It is in our hands as members of the public to act to help the many unknown Canadians who are living among us desperately but quietly and anonymously awaiting a trans-plant. If we are troubled that the overwhelming response to celebrity appeals for live donors leaves these others unaided, there are steps we can take to help them too. It is a simple matter to register to donate after one's death.
Jennifer Chandler is an expert advisor with EvidenceNetwork.ca, holds the Bertram Loeb Research Chair in Organ and Tissue Donation, Canadian National Transplant Research Program and is an Associate Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Ottawa.
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Editor, The Times: Between elections, what tools
can Canadians use to hold their federal government to account? One important tool is the Access to Information Act. You may not have heard of it, but it’s a vitally impor-tant law that lets any Canadian request information about what the government is doing, including just what our tax dollars are being spent on, and by whom. And even more importantly, it creates a legal responsibility for the government to provide the information.
In March, Canada’s Information Commissioner released a special report containing 85 recommenda-tions to update the Act. The cur-rent law has been in place since 1982 and without major reform since.
It only makes sense that this law be adapted for the realities of the 21st century.
The first big recommendation is extending the Act; currently, many parts of government are not even covered. Some, like the House of Commons and Senate, are familiar to Canadians. Others, such as the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs, are virtu-ally unknown – even though their budget is over $500 million.
There’s no good reason why these taxpayer-funded bodies are not covered. There’s little point in a transparency law that doesn’t follow much of the money in the first place.
Another important recom-mendation would require the government to provide data in an “open, reuseable and accessible format.” The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) has on many occasions requested information, only to receive boxes of blurry, photocopied documents, which
were obviously printed off from a program like Excel. This is a pointless waste of everyone’s time, money and paper.
Perhaps most importantly, the Commissioner suggests that when grants or loans are given to third parties – referred to in some cir-cles as “subsidies” or “corporate welfare,” that the recipients not be permitted to withhold informa-tion about repayment.
Under the current rules, many large corporations claim “com-mercial sensitivity” as a reason not to release details. To take just a single example of dozens, con-sider Mitel Networks of Ottawa, which received $60 million from the government in 2002. To this day, the company has refused to let the government disclose any information about repayment of that loan (if there has been any repayment).
In addition, the Commissioner recommends that government proactively publish information about all grants and loans given by government, including the status of repayment and compli-ance with any terms – rather than forcing Canadians to request the information first.
Not every recommendation in the Commissioner’s report is a slam-dunk: opening the request system up to people outside of Canada, for example, seems unnecessary. But on balance, many would be big improve-ments.
It may not be the sexiest politi-cal issue during an election year, but transparent and accountable government is extremely impor-tant in any democratic society.
Aaron Wudrick, federal director, Canadian
Taxpayers Federation
Editor, The Times: We are fortunate to have in and near our
community of Clearwater, many delightful, quiet trails to walk with our dogs, our children or our grandchildren. One of my favourites is the trail to the point of land where the Clearwater and the North Thompson Rivers meet, and I am sure that many others enjoy it too. Until now it
has always been clean and tidy in spite of small remains of campfires and picnics. But I walked there Friday morning and found an awful lit-ter of water bottles, beer cans and other kinds of garbage, which really distressed me. Please people, can't you carry it out when you go?
Barbara FergusonClearwater, B.C.
Keep our walking trails clean
Aboriginal Cultural Centre Society elects new executiveEditor, The Times:
The North Thompson Aboriginal Cultural Centre Society held it's annual general meeting Sunday May 31, 2015.
The annual general meeting was well attend-ed. Information books and memberships were available at the start of the meeting.
Elder Sam Saul opened the meeting with a welcome, introductions were made and the meet-ing was called to order.
It was truly an inspiring meeting with every-one sharing in the excitement of the centre mov-ing forward with the strategic 5-year plan for the Cultural/ Heritage Village.
A full agenda with reports, a power-point presentation of the things the centre has accom-plished over the past year, along with great food, made for a wonderful evening.
We look forward to working hard in the com-munity to bring cultural component to many community events over the summer.
Be sure to save the date ... National Aboriginal Day celebrations at the Dutch Lake Community Center, Sunday June 21. Watch for more details.
The cCultural centre has partnered with the
Wells Gray Gallery, and we have a wonderful display of local authentic Aboriginal arts for sale in the Gallery at the Information Centre in Clearwater. We also have a teepee set up at the Info Center and will be hosting cultural events and workshops throughout the summer months. Stop in at our "Tipi Treats" for a glass of ice cold lemon-aid, bannock, and others treats. Watch for our "Cultural Connections" news let-ter around town for information and upcoming events.
For more information or to volunteer, or find out more about the Cultural Centre, please give me a call, 250-674-3703 or email, [email protected]
I would like to welcome our new board of directors: chair - Sam Saul, vice chair - David Sager, treasurer - Jean Bonner, secretary - Joanne Stokes, and one year directors Marilyn Thompson and Al Fosseneuve
Thank you to the past board of directors for all your hard work, and thank you to the com-munity for all your support.
Yours in Community SpiritCindy Wilgosh, Executive Director
NT Aboriginal Cultural Centre Society
Newly elected board of directors for the North Thompson Aboriginal Cultural Centre Society pose for a photo. Back row l-r: Joanne Stokes, David Sager, and Al Fosseneuve. Front row l-r: Marilyn Thompson, Sam Saul, and Jean Bonner.Photo submitted
Modernizing the access to Information Act
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Each student will be given 10 invitations that will be taken at the door. These invitations entitle the holders to seating in the chairs provided. Other limited seating will be available on the bleachers. Only students who are in good academic standing will be participating in the graduation ceremonies.
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Remuneration and Expense Reporting
The Director and Committee Member Remuneration and Expense Report for 2014 was presented to the board and is now available for public inspection. If resi-dents wish to view the report, they can find it on the finance page of tnrd.ca
Fire Service resolutionThe province of
B.C. is expected to introduce legislation in the spring of 2016 that will require regional districts to perform fire inspections of public buildings in rural areas. As most regional districts have neither the staff nor the existing funding source to carry out
fire inspections, many regional districts and area associations are considering similar resolutions opposing a proposed download of a provincial responsi-bility to local govern-ment.
A resolution will be forwarded to UBCM for consideration at the 2015 annual convention and the TNRD's voice will be added to the opposi-tion for this initiative.
Search and Rescue grants awarded
Kamloops, Logan Lake, Nicola Valley, Barriere and Wells Gray Search and Rescue teams will each receive a $10,000 annual Search and Rescue operating grant.
The South Cariboo Search and Rescue team will receive a $3,325 annual operat-ing grant.
The board of direc-tors also approved funding for the fol-lowing equipment and training grants:
• $15,662.50 for Kamloops Search and Rescue
• $3,118.57 for wells Gray Search and Re3scue
• $571.03 for Logan Lake Search and Rescue.
Support for twinning Trans Mountain project
The board passed a resolution supporting the proposed twinning of the Trans Mountain expansion project, subject to the pipeline application meeting leading construction and environmental standards.
By Jill Hayward, North Thompson Star/Journal
Chief and council of Simpcw First Nation were officially sworn in for a three year term in Chu Chua on Monday, June 1, 2015. The ceremony took place in the Simpcw Community Hall and was officiated over by Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, Tribal Director, Bonnie Leonard, who admin-istered the Oaths of Office to the new council.
New Chief Fred Fortier, is joined by Councillors Christine ‘Tina’ Donald, Tom Eustache, George Lampreau, Ron Lampreau Jr., Shelly Loring, and Don Matthew.
Outgoing Chief Ritta Matthew said of the new council, "The people of our community have put their trust into these people to help them move forward with their lives. I am looking forward to seeing more good things happen as these are the people to do it."
Chief Fortier addressed the numer-ous visitors as well as band members who attended, stat-ing, "Everyday we kiss the ground because our Elders never signed away any of our ground belonging to the Simpcw. I want to thank them for that, and because of that, for the opportunities we now have all the way down to McLure. I have been around [Simpcw govern-ment] for 26 years and nothing sur-prises me, not even the province. From
McBride, from Jasper down to McLure we have collective opportunities to make some money and protect the environment. I hope this council will trust me to move forward with some of the tough decisions we will have to make."
Councillor Loring noted, "I am firmly rooted in my cultural values, traditions and ways. I have completed eight years in council and am look-ing forward to another term. We will continue to work together for a strong voice for our people."
Councilor Donald said, "I am look-ing forward to starting my 18th year on council out of 20 years, – as I took a three year break. I am also looking forward to continuing our partner-ships."
Councillor George Lampreau stat-ed, "I look forward to the next three years with a lot of hope for our Band. I also look forward to working with our partners and furthering our Band's political agenda. Working to not just improve the lives of us here at Simpcw, but everyone up and down the Valley."
A number of dignitaries and resi-dents stepped up to the microphone to give their congratulations, with a num-ber also presenting gifts to the new chief and council. District of Barriere, District of Clearwater, and the Village of Valemount mayors were all in atten-dance; pledging to work together with Simpcw and the communities of the North Thompson. Also represented was the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, TNRD Area 'O' and 'A', and the Barriere and Clearwater Chambers of Commerce.
Immediately following the ceremony refreshments were served and the net-working began.
10-11Simpcw new chief and council sworn in
Chief and Council read their Oath of Office during the Simpcw First Nation Swearing in Ceremony being officiated over by Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, Tribal Director, Bonnie Leonard on June 1, at Chu Chua. Pictured (l-r) Councillor Ron Lampreau Jr., Councillor Shelly Loring, Councillor Christine ‘Tina’ Donald, Chief Fred Fortier, Councillor George Lampreau, Councillor Tom Eustache, Councillor Don Matthew, and Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, Tribal Director, Bonnie Leonard.
Clearwater's Mayor John Harwood presents a gift and hearty congratulations to Chief Fred Fortier after the ceremony. Photo by Jill Hayward
TNRD highlights: Expense reports now available to public
A10 www.clearwatertimes.com Thursday, June 4, 2015 Clearwater Times
50 YEARS AGO:School District 26
trustees discussed the concern of Blue River and Avola parents about their children of 12 or 13, who had the choice of living away from home to attend school in Clearwater, or taking courses by correspon-dence.
A request for a
RCMP detachment in Barriere “... will be investigated and if necessary, action will be taken,” a letter from the attorney-general of B.C. told the Barriere Chamber of Commerce.
45 YEARS AGO:The main line of the
CNR was closed when 18 cars of an 86-car
coal unit train tore up the tracks at Blue River.
Elementary school athletes of School District 26 broke 20 or 30 existing field event records during their sports day held at Star Lake School grounds.
40 YEARS AGO:Approval was
received from Victoria by the Clearwater
Improvement District to proceed with the exten-sion of the water line which would make CID water available to resi-dents as far as the sub-divisions surrounding the Brookfield shopping centre.
35 YEARS AGO:TNRD approved the
rezoning of 15 acres behind Wells Gray Hotel to allow develop-ment of a shopping cen-ter. The owners hoped to start developing the area by the following September.
Clearwater area resi-dents with an interest in business, tourism or flying were to have an opportunity to elect an airport committee to represent their interests during an upcoming TNRD feasibility study into airports in the North Thompson.
30 YEARS AGO:Negotiations
between the North Thompson Sportsplex, CUPE Local 900 and School District 26 col-lapsed. "It's a pretty sad state of affairs when employees are told that, as a condition of set-tling the contract, they have to agree to let a non-union manager become a member of the union and do union work,” said Roger
Mayer, chairperson of the Sportsplex unit.
25 YEARS AGO:Staff sergeant Frank
Baruta, the former NCO-in-charge of Clearwater RCMP, was the class's choice to give the commence-ment address at the CSS graduation. “You will never again all sit together, so enjoy each other today,” he said.
North Thompson Aquatic Society had concluded that the only way Clearwater could have a public swim-ming pool would be to put a free-standing pool into the Sportsplex, said spokesperson Larissa Hadley.
20 YEARS AGO:Police estimated 200
persons, including CSS grads and many of their parents, attended a party at “The Farm” follow-ing the graduation prom at the Sportsplex. A roadblock netted one weapon seizure and one liquor seizure.
Roy Cragg, vice-chair of the TNRD Area A TV, parks and cemeteries committee, called the Times with channel changes for the Brookfield and Vavenby repeaters.
Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital was to receive two units of
Type O Rh-negative blood every month for the use in emergency situations. At the time, critical patients had to wait one or two hours for local donors to come in and give blood, said hospital adminis-trator Linda Basran.
15 YEARS AGO:One of two escapees
from Bear Creek Camp was killed instantly when the stolen pickup he was driving left Highway 5 south of Little Fort at high speed and hit several large trees. The 21-year-old was due for release in 61 days. His 19-year-old passenger was in Vancouver general Hospital with serious injuries.
Clearwater flushed its water system and added more chlorine after one high bacteria count. Administrator Kim Heyman felt spring runoff was getting dirt in the water.
10 YEARS AGO:Clearwater
Provincial Court wel-comed Judge Chris Cleavely after a 25 year absence from the valley. “… my family has been in the valley for darn near 100 years… and it’s nice to be back.”
Dr. Ifor Thomas was honored by his fel-low rural doctors for his meritorious long medical service to the community at the 13th Rural and Remote Medical Convention in Montreal. “Rural medicine is becoming recognized as a separate field worldwide,” said Thomas.
5 YEARS AGO:A meeting between
the board of the Thompson Regional Hospital Board and Dr. Roger Halpenny, CEO of Interior Health Authority, left Clearwater councilor
Bert Walker concerned that the health authority was planning on replac-ing rural emergency rooms with upgraded air and ground ambu-lance services. "To me, it reeks of reduc-tion of service at Dr. Helmcken," he said.
Jean Nelson, a member of the Southern Interior Weed Management Committee, asked Clearwater council for help in controlling yel-low iris around Dutch Lake. "A lot of people don't realize it's a weed but it's very invasive," she said.
1 YEAR AGO:TNRD issued an
evacuation alert to the residents of Upper Clearwater as high water threatened the crossing at Second Canyon.
Wells Gray Park has a unique geo-logical history that deserves designation as a UNESCO Geopark and even a World Heritage Site, said Dr. Cathie Hickson during a presentation at the Infocenter. Formerly with the Geological Survey of Canada, Hickson had done her Ph.D. thesis on the park's volcanoes.
Local residents were being invited to sign a petition to keep convicted killer David Shearing (Ennis) from being released on parole. In 1982 he had murdered her uncle, his wife, two daughters and his wife's two par-ents, said Tsawwassen resident Shelley Boden.
Members of Simpcw First Nation and Canim Lake Indian Band joined others to celebrate the grand re-opening of the Wells Gray Infocentre and Art Galley. The displays had been renewed and now included more about local First Nations his-tory and culture.
10-11HISTORICAL Perspect i ve
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Remuneration and Expense Reporting
The Director and Committee Member Remuneration and Expense Report for 2014 was presented to the board and is now available for public inspection. If resi-dents wish to view the report, they can find it on the finance page of tnrd.ca
Fire Service resolutionThe province of
B.C. is expected to introduce legislation in the spring of 2016 that will require regional districts to perform fire inspections of public buildings in rural areas. As most regional districts have neither the staff nor the existing funding source to carry out
fire inspections, many regional districts and area associations are considering similar resolutions opposing a proposed download of a provincial responsi-bility to local govern-ment.
A resolution will be forwarded to UBCM for consideration at the 2015 annual convention and the TNRD's voice will be added to the opposi-tion for this initiative.
Search and Rescue grants awarded
Kamloops, Logan Lake, Nicola Valley, Barriere and Wells Gray Search and Rescue teams will each receive a $10,000 annual Search and Rescue operating grant.
The South Cariboo Search and Rescue team will receive a $3,325 annual operat-ing grant.
The board of direc-tors also approved funding for the fol-lowing equipment and training grants:
• $15,662.50 for Kamloops Search and Rescue
• $3,118.57 for wells Gray Search and Re3scue
• $571.03 for Logan Lake Search and Rescue.
Support for twinning Trans Mountain project
The board passed a resolution supporting the proposed twinning of the Trans Mountain expansion project, subject to the pipeline application meeting leading construction and environmental standards.
By Jill Hayward, North Thompson Star/Journal
Chief and council of Simpcw First Nation were officially sworn in for a three year term in Chu Chua on Monday, June 1, 2015. The ceremony took place in the Simpcw Community Hall and was officiated over by Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, Tribal Director, Bonnie Leonard, who admin-istered the Oaths of Office to the new council.
New Chief Fred Fortier, is joined by Councillors Christine ‘Tina’ Donald, Tom Eustache, George Lampreau, Ron Lampreau Jr., Shelly Loring, and Don Matthew.
Outgoing Chief Ritta Matthew said of the new council, "The people of our community have put their trust into these people to help them move forward with their lives. I am looking forward to seeing more good things happen as these are the people to do it."
Chief Fortier addressed the numer-ous visitors as well as band members who attended, stat-ing, "Everyday we kiss the ground because our Elders never signed away any of our ground belonging to the Simpcw. I want to thank them for that, and because of that, for the opportunities we now have all the way down to McLure. I have been around [Simpcw govern-ment] for 26 years and nothing sur-prises me, not even the province. From
McBride, from Jasper down to McLure we have collective opportunities to make some money and protect the environment. I hope this council will trust me to move forward with some of the tough decisions we will have to make."
Councillor Loring noted, "I am firmly rooted in my cultural values, traditions and ways. I have completed eight years in council and am look-ing forward to another term. We will continue to work together for a strong voice for our people."
Councilor Donald said, "I am look-ing forward to starting my 18th year on council out of 20 years, – as I took a three year break. I am also looking forward to continuing our partner-ships."
Councillor George Lampreau stat-ed, "I look forward to the next three years with a lot of hope for our Band. I also look forward to working with our partners and furthering our Band's political agenda. Working to not just improve the lives of us here at Simpcw, but everyone up and down the Valley."
A number of dignitaries and resi-dents stepped up to the microphone to give their congratulations, with a num-ber also presenting gifts to the new chief and council. District of Barriere, District of Clearwater, and the Village of Valemount mayors were all in atten-dance; pledging to work together with Simpcw and the communities of the North Thompson. Also represented was the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, TNRD Area 'O' and 'A', and the Barriere and Clearwater Chambers of Commerce.
Immediately following the ceremony refreshments were served and the net-working began.
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Chief and Council read their Oath of Office during the Simpcw First Nation Swearing in Ceremony being officiated over by Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, Tribal Director, Bonnie Leonard on June 1, at Chu Chua. Pictured (l-r) Councillor Ron Lampreau Jr., Councillor Shelly Loring, Councillor Christine ‘Tina’ Donald, Chief Fred Fortier, Councillor George Lampreau, Councillor Tom Eustache, Councillor Don Matthew, and Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, Tribal Director, Bonnie Leonard.
Clearwater's Mayor John Harwood presents a gift and hearty congratulations to Chief Fred Fortier after the ceremony. Photo by Jill Hayward
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Local author publishes book about panning for gold in B.C.Sandra Holmes
If you are inter-ested in learning anything about gold panning in British Columbia reading Jim Lewis’ book, Gold Panning in British Columbia is the next best thing to sitting down and talking with him. Jim is retired from various careers including being a mortician, a peace keeper, a champion boxer, a rancher and a geologist. Gold Panning in British Columbia is a book he co-authored with his late wife, Susan Campany. It is a comprehensive review of information from his three previous books and an invalu-able guide of where to go gold panning in British Columbia. When asked how he got started with gold panning, Jim tells the story of the early 1960s when the mines were on strike. He did extensive research about gold mines in BC, begin-ning with reading the BC Ministry of Mines Annual Reports which go back to
1874. These reports gave accurate statisti-cal information about every mine in BC. Jim has panned for gold in every BC creek mentioned in the book as well as some riv-ers in the Yukon and Alaska.
Jim knows the tricks of looking for fish oil in the water, checking the high banks and which direction to begin the search. There are other materials that can be found when panning for gold that are just as or more valuable than gold. Often people disre-gard those materials, questing only for the gold.
As well as using a gold pan, Jim has experience using a sluice box. Jim tells many interesting sto-ries about his adven-tures in the wilds of BC. Ask him about the bear bite he sports.
Jim will be talk-ing about his book, Gold Panning in British Columbia at the Clearwater Public Library on June 17 from 2 to 4. His book will be available for purchase for $20.
Local author Jim Lewis will be talking about his book, Gold Panning in British Columbia at the Clearwater Public Library on June 17 from 2 to 4. Submitted photo
Photo above shows a view of Canim Water-falls that's located close to Canim Lake along the road from Clearwater to 100 Mile House. A trail marker along the road and a small park-ing lot marks the spot. The hike in is posted as being 1 km. Right: Along the trail is Mahood Falls at 0.5 km. The trail is reasonably flat and maintained by Blackwell Contracting. Photos by Chuck Emery
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Encountering the wonder and beauty of nature in book form
WILLIAMS LAKE, British Columbia —Water glides over polished stones clear as a crystal. As birds hum in unison, it magnifies the beauty found in the nature.
Author Lloyd Antypowich experiences hunt-ing as a way for him to get lost in the beauty of nature. In his new book, “A Hunting We Did Go,” Antypowich recalls fond memories of awe, excitement and peril during his hunting trips.
Antypowich takes the reader on a journey to feel, hear, see and smell nature’s unparalleled splendor. Saddling his horse, he explores the mountains where wild animals reside in their natural habitat. He faced a grizzly bear, cougar and a moose. But, the wonder and excitement of nature surpassed all fear.
“When you are out in the mountains, on their turf, game will outwit you as often as not, and searching for the right animal is hard work,” Antypowich said. “But, the experience that you
gained from your efforts made you all the better for it.”
The memories made with friends and family will forever remain with Antypowich, as they sat around campfires reflecting on their hunting experiences.
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The annual bike rodeo event on May 25 began with a Bike
Train coordinated by the District of Clearwater Healthy Living program. Bikers gathered at
Rotary Sports Park to form a train and then travelled down to Raft River Elementary School
with the assistance of the RCMP helping with traffic control. Approximately 50 stu-dents participated in the Bike Train
The Bike Rodeo, put on by the local RCMP members, Victim Services, and Raft River School saw a turnout of 129 elementary bikers.
In the morning all of the students at Raft River School par-ticipated in the Bike Rodeo. Some students had bikes and others walked the course that taught the children safety and rules of the roads.
Todd Phillips and Justin Morrison per-formed safety checks on the bikes and those who had safety issues were given a fix it list to take home to their parents.
Sponsorship for the event came from Rotary, Dairy Queen, Pharmasave, Leyco Logging, A & W/ Jim's Food Market, Interior Savings Credit Union, Royal Bank and Raft River Pac.
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The City of Kamloops, in partnership with the B.C. Lions, is hosting the fifth annual B.C. Lions Fanfest, presented by BC Egg, on June 7.
The event will run from 12:30 pm to 5 p.m. at Hillside Stadium.
B.C. will practise from 1:30 pm to 3 p.m. and an autograph ses-sion will follow at 3:15 pm.
The Leos will conduct a football clinic from 4 p.m. to 4:45 pm, offer-ing children ages six to 13 a chance to learn from the professionals
Fans will enjoy entertainment, including performances by the Felions (the Lions’ cheerleaders) and a chance to meet Leo the Lion.
“Kamloops is our home away from home for training camp so it gives us great pleasure to bring Fanfest to the city of Kamloops again this year,” said Jamie Taras, director of community relations for the Lions.
“Fanfest is all about embrac-
ing the community and interacting with the fans.”
Other activities include inflat-able games and face painting. There will also be a merchandise tent on site.
There will be free hot dogs from Premium Brands and both the Kamloops Lions Paddlewheelers and local food truck Eats Amore will have lunch available for pur-chase, with proceeds going to Kamloops Community Football.
For more information, do online to www.kamloops.ca/events/bclionsfanfest.shtml.
Great turnout for annual bike rodeo
B.C. Lions Fanfest returning to Hillside
Eleanor Collins organizes the bike train at Rotary Sports Park.Photo submitted
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The United Way Thompson-Nicola Cariboo this week hand-ed out money to more than 50 organizations in the region.
The cheques are the final step in the annual United Way fundraising campaign that wrapped up last year with $2.25 million collected.
This year, $432,150 will go into programs for children and youth, $218,100 into organiza-tions and programs addressing poverty and $271,400 into pro-moting strong communities.
Recipients include:Winding River Arts &
Performance Society Kids Summer Camp (Ashcroft), $3, 400
Cache Creek elemen-tary after-school art program, $2,900
Ashcroft elementary after-school art program, $2,900
Ashcroft elementary active after-school program, $4,000
Ashcroft elementary Cook It, Try It, Like It program, $1,150
Cache Creek elementary Cook It, Try It, Like It pro-gram, $1,100
Desert Hills Tri Club Kids Triathlon Training Camp (Ashcroft), $4,000
Thompson Cariboo Minor Hockey operational (Ashcroft), $3,400
Boys and Girls Club, opera-tional (Cariboo), $18,000
Big Brothers Big Sisters, In-School Mentoring (Cariboo), $18,000
Williams Lake Library Youth Drop-In (Cariboo), $4,300
Communities That Care Cariboo Youth Survey, $12,000
Boys and Girls Club of Kamloops operation-al, $75,000
Interior Community Services Youth Street Outreach Program, $65,000
Interior Community Services Youth Homelessness co-ordina-tor, $27,000
YMCA/YWCA, Children Who Witness Abuse, $30,000
Big Brothers Big Sisters, In-School Mentoring, $25,000
Children’s Therapy, Early Intervention Program and Autism Program, $30,000
Chris Rose Therapy Centre, Operational, $30, 000
Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association, Operational, $20, 000
Kamloops Arts Council, Crossing
Bridges Outreach Program youth art, $8,000
ASK Wellness, Fireside Youth Centre (Merritt), $23,400
Big Brothers Big Sisters, In-School Mentoring (Merritt), $5,000
Pacific Sport Interior BC, Active After School Program (Merritt), $1,500
Nicola Canford elemen-tary Cook it, Try it, Like it (Merritt), $1,100
Big Brothers Big Sisters, In-School Mentoring (North Thompson), $5,000
Clearwater second-ary Healthy Kids, Healthy Community, $11,000
Williams Lake Salvation Army operational, $15,000
Williams Lake Food Policy Council, food action co-ordina-tor, $9,100
ASK Wellness, SHOP Program, $65,000
Elizabeth Fry Society opera-tional, $45,000
White Buffalo Aboriginal and Community Response Program, $20,000
Street School literacy out-reach worker, $30,000
New Life Mission Dental and Health Clinic, $15,000
Phoenix Centre operational, $10, 000
Kamloops Food Policy Council operational, $8,000
Clearwater Food Bank oper-ational, $1,000
Winding River Arts & Performance Society, My Fair Lady (Ashcroft ), $4,600,
Ashcroft Community Resources Society Online Community Resource Directory, $3,200
Logan Lake WHY opera-tional, $20,000
CMHA Transportation Program, $5,000
Williams Lake Hospice oper-ational, $10,000
CMHA Spirituality Conference, $4,100
Social Planning Council co-ordinator, $6,000
Kamloops Brain Injury Association operational, $43,000
Family Tree Family Centre operational, $50,000
CMHA operational, $30,000
ONCORE Central Services operational, $30,000
People in Motion, Operational, $35,000
St John Ambulance operational, $6,000
Mount Paul United Church community out-reach co-ordinator, $5,000
Nicola Family Therapy oper-ational (Merritt), $1,500
Yellowhead Community Services Interagency Committee, $5,000
Barriere Recreation Society operational, $2,000
North Thompson Arts Council operational, $2,500
Clearwater Trails Task Force Committee, Clearwater Trails Network Master Plan, $8,000
All That Kids Can Be,
$709,307Strong Communities,
$597,435Poverty to Possibility,
$303,641Donor Directed, $191,568Community Initiatives,
$475,592 (John Tod Community Centre, Days of Caring, KTW Christmas Cheer Fund, capacity building, research, community conversa-tions)
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United Way Thompson Nicola Cariboo community investment manager May Berard speaks during the recent annual general meeting and Celebration of Investments at St. Andrews on the Square. KTW photo
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The way to squeeze in a lot of activities into one weekend is to start it early, my sister Valerie from Quesnel and I discovered. By leaving Clearwater in the early hours of Wednesday, May 6, we arrived in time to watch her 16-year old granddaughter play softball in warm
evening sunshine. The drive south had been a colourful one filled with every shade of green, flowering trees and shrubs in yards and along roadsides, and sparkling blue water during the ferry ride. Nanaimo treated us to more perfect weather for the next few days as Wendy, my
niece-in-law, showed off their new location.
My nephew’s job involves a lot of travel, but we were there in time to have one day with him before he left. (He initially thought he was off to Chile but showed up on schedule in a town in Arkansas with the same name!) Blues sky
drew us to the shore of Departure Bay to clamber along the rocks, peer into crev-ices to find anemones closed up tightly with the tide out, spot tiny crabs scrambling for cover when they saw our shadows, look at battered barnacles and shells, and note innumerable types of seaweed. Other essen-tial ingredients for that day with my nephew included a picnic lunch at a water-side park, and fish and chips, then ice cream, for supper at Nanaimo’s downtown waterfront park.
The following day, as my nephew changed planes and my two great-nieces attended to lessons at school, Wendy and Valerie went shopping. I hap-pily escaped that by lunching with a friend from Courtenay, sit-ting outside the small cafe so her dog could be part of the party. Later, with my young-er great-niece and her buddy (both with the
same name) leading the way, we climbed the many steps to the top of Sugar Loaf. Here we tromped around the gently undulating rocky surface of this mossy-green, almost tree-less hill, finding tiny flowers at our feet and watching ferries come and go amongst the islands. The word “scenic” does not even begin to describe the 360° view.
Next, Wendy effi-ciently packed anoth-er picnic lunch and we set off for the beach
at nearby Parksville. Many other families had the same idea, but all found space since beach and park combined cover an extensive area. That sand will be trans-formed into a wild variety of fascinat-ing shapes during the sand-sculpting competition in mid-summer. We dined out towards the point where Heidi the dog splashed around in the salt water and sev-eral of us tried skip-ping rocks that were every shape except flat; soon the sun sank beyond us all, orange rays reflected on the calm water.
Saturday saw us on the ferry to Gabriola Island seeking a map to identify spots of interest. On our exploratory drive we missed its unsigned Petroglyph Park but our lunch-time wait-ress gave precise direc-tions to Malaspina Galleries. There we walked beneath a wave-shaped lime-stone arch before
strolling along the rocky shore looking for sea stars hiding in damp places. We left a few stones unturned for our next visit to that pretty island.
Sunday was both Mother’s Day and our last day so off we went to the Farmers’ Market at Cedar Point, sampling deli-cious home-made goodies! Later, we stopped at Nanaimo’s Petroglyph Park where indigenous shapes were carved into rocks over 1000 years ago. Red-trunked Arbutus trees, which grow everywhere along the coast, Calypso orchids and clematis, added colour.
For the final event and perfect ending, we joined several members of Wendy’s family, who had pre-ceded her in moving to Nanaimo, around a long table for a Chinese Buffet: par-ents, grandmother, great-aunt, siblings, and those two active great-nieces of mine.
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Gramma - Grampa Brag DayThe Upstream Community and Heritage Society in Avola has had several enjoyable events this spring. During the school spring break, grandparents were invited to bring along their grandchildren for a "Grandma-Grampa Brag Day." While the grandchildren filled the chalkboards with colourful creative drawings, the grandparents showed photo albums and told of their grandchildren's travels, educa-tion, careers and achievements. Photo by Dawn Tucker
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The Canadian Cattlemen’s Foundation (Foundation) was officially launched on May 20, 2015. A registered charity, the Foundation was created to support the sustain-able advancement and legacy of the Canadian beef industry through three main area of focus: youth, environ-ment and research.
The vision of the Foundation is to pro-vide a means for on-going donations and the investment of those
gifts can provide the resources to fund a pro-active, sustainable cattle industry that addresses industry issues while growing trust and sup-port from consumers worldwide.
The mission of the Foundation is to build an endowment that will provide funds into per-petuity for the growth and betterment of the industry.
The Foundation's three focus areas:
1. Facilitate and encourage stewardship practices and conserva-tion activities that pre-serve and or enhance the environment, bio-
diversity and wildlife habitat on working agricultural landscapes;
2. Create and/or support education, leadership development and outreach programs to serve youth involved with beef cattle;
3. Support beef industry sustainability through research and awareness.
The Foundation will be hosting a public launch on June 15, 2015 at the Canadian Cattlemen’s Foundation Golf Tournament to be held in conjunction with Canadian Beef Breeds Council, the CCA and Canada Beef at the Heather Glen Golf Course in Calgary, AB.
submitted by Leslie Stirling
I know some folks think I am a bit of a ding-a-ling and on Wednesday June 10th I am going to be just that along with many members of the Church of St Paul congregation. We are gathering to ring in the 90th anniversary of the United Church of Canada by ringing our church bell 90 times.
The United Church was inau-gurated in Toronto, Ontario, when the Methodist Church, Canada, the Congregational Union of Canada, and 70 per cent of the Presbyterian Church of Canada entered into an organic union. Joining as well was the small General Council of Union Churches, centred largely in Western Canada. It was the first union of churches in the world to cross historical denominational lines and hence received inter-national acclaim. The United Church of Canada came into being on Wednesday, June 10, 1925. The inaugural service began at 10:30 a.m. at the Mutual Street Arena in Toronto. That is why 10:30 a.m. has been chosen as
the time, in every time zone, for United Churches across Canada to celebrate their presence in the community.
The members of the Church of St Paul (a shared ministry of Anglicans, Lutherans and Uniteds in Barriere) invite the res-
idents of the North Thompson Valley to join us for cake and coffee on Wednesday morning, June 10th at 10:30 am. We have a bell that sits in one of our front flower beds and although it no longer has
a clapper we are going to ring it 90 times using a wood mallet. Although our plans aren't firm we are hoping to auction off the opportunity to ring the bell (five rings each) with funds going to Nepal earthquake relief.
The bell originally came from an old steam engine and was donated to Clearwater United Church by Stan and Betty Johnston. When the Clearwater
congregation gave up their build-ing it was moved to Barriere for safekeeping. We are hoping that many of the Clearwater folks will come down for the celebra-tion. Barriere and Clearwater are the two points of the North Thompson Pastoral Charge.
Although the two congrega-tions are fairly small, Small doesn't mean we can't be part of the wonderful celebration!
16 -17Church of St. Paul congregation plan to ring in 90th anniversary of the United Church
Leslie Stirling tests the bell at the Church of St. Paul in Barriere to see if it makes a joyful noise. Photo submitted
Industry leaders establish Canadian Cattlemen’s Foundation
St James Catholic Church
Sunday Service Mass
11am - 12pm
324 Clearwater Village Road
250-819-5579
Clearwater Seventh-Day
Adventist Church
Pastor John MasiganSaturday Service - 10amClearwater Christian ChurchPh. 250-674-3468
Clearwater Living Streams Christian
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New Life Assemblyevery Sunday 4:00pm
Contact Dave Meehan 250-674-3217email: [email protected]
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CLEARWATER NEW LIFE ASSEMBLYDan Daase - Pastor
Sunday Morning Worship 10:30am
(Kids church during service)Wednesdays Am - Ladies Bible Study
Phone: 250-674-2345308 W Old N Thompson Hwy
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VAVENBY CHRISTIAN CHURCH
3083 Capostinsky Rd. • Service 11 a.m.
Sunday Morning Celebration
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250-676-9574Non Denominational
Clearwater Christian ChurchNon-denominational congregation in fellowship with
the broader Christian community in the area.Meeting at: 11 Lodge Drive
Wayne Richardson (Pastor)
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Pastor Doug Spinney 250.674.3624www.ccbaptist.ca
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In light of the earthquakes that have recently hit Nepal, we are holding a fundraiser. This fundraiser will benefit people who live in the Langtang Region of Nepal who’s homes (and vil-lages) have been completely destroyed. This region holds a special place in our hearts. Both event organizers have trekked into the remote villages of the Langtang region and were completely awestruck by the majestic beauty of the mountains and the kindness of the souls who live there. It truly feels like a ‘home away from home’ here. We are asking for donations to benefit the event. All money raised will go DIRECTLY to the families of the Langtang Valley. THE EVENT: An amicable “amazing-type” race for teams of 4 to get to the top of the ski hill while answering questions and maneuvering obstacles. There are 2 team categories: Beer Bellies and Fast Cats—winners from each category will win Prizes $100 per team to enter. Event to start around Noon Saturday June 6, 2015.
We love where we live here in Clearwater! Help rebuild the homes of people who love where they live too!
T o d o n a t e , v o l u n t e e r , o r r e g i s t e r , p l e a s e c o n t a c t e i t h e r o f t h e o r g a n i z e r s :
Jessie Paloposki 250-802-2585 [email protected] Jessica Gunn 250-674-1647
Team categories:
Beer Bellies Fast Cats Prizes will be awarded for each team to complete the journey to the top of the ski hill and back first. Interested but don’t want to compete? Come out for the social BBQ and raffle draw after the races between 4 and 6 pm
June 6 12:00—6:00
Clearwater Ski Hill
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
“Supportive Services for a Healthier Community”
TIME: 7 p.m. DATE: Thursday June 18, 2015 PLACE: Dutch Lake Community Centre Multi-purpose room 209 Dutch Lake Road
Memberships may be renewed or purchased
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Light Refreshments will be served
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Plane downClearwater RCMP were advised of a small light
plane that crashed at the old airport on Road 2. No injuries sustained, emergency locater transmitter acti-vated. A large search plane located the downed plane. The yellow on white Cessna was located with signifi-cant damage.
Break and EntersClearwater RCMP responded to numerous reports
of break and enters this past week. Two laptop com-puters and a BMX bike were stolen.
In all reports the doors to the residents were left unlocked. The RCMP are reminding residents that locking your vehicles and houses will cut down on thefts. In Vavenby thieves have also been targeting solar lights.
Missing persons/query to locateClearwater RCMP want to remind the public
that if you are going into the back country, hiking, camping, motor-biking, etc. to make sure you advise somebody of your plans including your expected arrival back home. The RCMP receives numerous reports of missing persons/query to locate individu-als and knowing where to start looking could save valuable time.
Remind your teenagers and children to keep in contact with you, their parents and/or guardians, advising them of their locations or where they will be so that the police are not out looking for them.
Domestic assaultsThe Clearwater RCMP had recently arrested a
local male and a local female for reported domes-tic assaults that took place in two separate loca-tions. Both were released on a promise to appear in Kamloops Court and on an undertaking with no con-tact conditions. Alcohol was the contributing factor in both incidents.
Outstanding warrantsThe Clearwater RCMP located and arrested a
20 year old male in town that had two outstanding warrants for sexual assault and sexual interference out of Kamloops BC. The male does not reside in Clearwater though he was in town couch surfing at local residents in Clearwater. The male was released by a Judicial Justice of the Peace on a future court date in Kamloops. The male has currently left the Clearwater area.
Impaired DriverClearwater RCMP received a report of a possible
impaired with a female driver. The vehicle wasobserved driving on the wrong side of the road,
and eventually crashing into another vehicle in the Dairy Queen drive-thru. Police responded and locat-ed and arrested the female for impaired driving, based on the driving behavior, and slurred speech. No SFST / Breath tech / DRE was available. A 90 day immedi-ate roadside driving prohibition and a 30 day vehicle impound was issued along with a violation ticket.
Break and Enter High SchoolThe Clearwater RCMP were advised of a break
and enter at the Clearwater Secondary School. Substantial damage over $1,000 was reported along with many hours of cleaning and repairs required. The police have six local suspects that are being inves-tigated and are working along with CSS to bring those responsible to justice.
If you have any information on the break and enter / vandalism at CSS contact the Clearwater RCMP or Crime Stoppers and you can remain anonymous if requested.
GRADUATION PARTIES!The Clearwater RCMP want to remind the
Clearwater graduation class of 2015 to be responsible and pre-arrange designated drivers for their upcoming grad parties and festivities. The police will be out in full force targeting impaired drivers!
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June 9-10: BC Cancer Agency’s Screening Mammography mobile service will be visiting DHMH. Call 1-800-663-9203 to book appointment.
June 9: Clearwater & District Chamber of Commerce general meeting, 7 PM – Guest Speaker Jarrod Goddard - “Marketing your business on the Web,” DLCC
June 13: A night of song with JR Goodwin, at Royal Canadian Legion, doors open 5 pm, dinner/dance 6 pm, advance tickets
only - $20/person, 250-674-4008June 27: Reg Chambers Memorial Golf
Tournament, Lacarya Golf Course, pre-reg by June 15 appreciated, $60/entry fee
July 17-19: The Canadian Blue Moon Elvis Festival. NT Fall Fair Grounds. info at www.cdnbluemoon.ca or call 250-319-0402
Sept 4-7: North Thompson Fall Fair & Ro-deo
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
• Clearwater Choir: Youth 3:30 - 5 pm; Adult 6:30 - 9 pm, Tues-days, Clearwater Christian Church
• Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 250-674-3703 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 Tues-days: 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: 2nd 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: 250-587-6373.
• Connections Healing Rooms - Wed. 1-3pm (except stat. holi-days). 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
� eld. 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, Sat. 7-10 pm Dutch Lake Community Center, info 250-674-2600
• Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 250-674-2468 [email protected]
• 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 � eld, $2 drop in, grade 8 to adult
SENIORS• BUNCO: 3rd Tue of every mth, Dutch Lake Seniors Drop-in Cen-
tre, 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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RED CROSS CHILD & BABYSITTING SAFETY JUNE 19 & 20Course highlights include:
• Babysitting as a Business — everything a teenager needs to know to get started
• Safety and Injury Prevention — guidelines to make sure that everyone stays safe
• Leadership — strategies to build confi dence when responding to confl ict
• Play Time— tips on age-appropriate play and staying involved • Basic Caregiving Skills — feeding, burping, diapering and safe
sleep practices • First Aid — the knowledge to go with the responsibility• Students must 10 years old
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MV/ICBC Clerk IICasual on CallApplicants are invited to apply for the position of MV/ICBC Clerk II Casual on Call with the District of Clearwater. This casual / on call position will report to the Director of Finance and is required to perform general duties in relation to MV/ICBC insurance. Applicants must have experience with a variety of office equipment; be proficient with the Microsoft Office suite; and demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. Working knowledge of regulations, procedures and computer software programs used in a Motor Vehicle / ICBC application.
It is an asset to have Certification for Autoplan Essentials. (ICBC); Customer Services Representative Tutorial Completion and Fraud Completion and or experience in equivalent or related work.
Wage: $22.75 per hour (CUPE Local 900 Collective Agreement).
This casual position will start on after June 15th, 2015, and is required for vacation and sick leave and occasional backup to the department during busy times and is subject to the provisions of the CUPE Local 900 Collective Agreement.
Written applications marked “Confidential” will be accepted by the undersigned until NOON, Friday, June 12th, 2015. The application must include a resume outlining related experience and qualifications.
Attention: Leslie Groulx, Chief Administrative Officer,
Box 157, 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0,
Phone: 250-674-2257 or Fax: 250-674-2173
YELLOWHEADCOMMUNITY SERVICESis seeking two
Early Childhood EducatorsFor Little Stars Child Care Centre in Barriere to facilitate the newly licensed Multi Age Child Care Program scheduled to open in September 2015Positions will be full/part time.Program Hours 8:00am – 5:00pm. (possible extended hours 7:00 – 8:00am and 5:00-6.00pm)Education Required: Early Childhood Education Certi cate and 5 year license to practise (applicants with 1 year license considered)Successful candidates will be subject to a Criminal Record Check.Please send a copy of your resume and a cover letter to:
Susanne Butcher 612 Park Drive, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N1
Tel: 250-674-2600 Fax: [email protected]
www.yellowheadcs.cs.ca
Announcements
Coming EventsGolf Tournaments
Lacarya Golf Course1480 Old N Thompson Hwy
250-587-6100
• June 13 - Clearwater Rotary Fun Tournament•June 27 - Reg Chambers Memorial Legion Br 259
Sign-up sheets available at Lacarya Golf course
Sagebrush and the Sundowner are proud to present a night of
song with JR GOODWIN
at the Royal Canadian LegionSaturday, June 13Doors open a 5 pm, Dinner/dance 6 pm.
$20/personAdvance tickets only
250-674-4008
Announcements
Coming EventsThe Royal Canadian Legion wishes to inform you of a change in their summer schedule regarding live music. The next live music event will be JR Goodwin BBQ/dance on June 13 (advance ticket sale only $20/person). The last open mike music night and BBQ will be on June 27 ($12/person, minors wel-come). There will be no live music during the July 11 & 25 and Aug. 8 & 25 biweekly din-ners. Live music resumes in September (every second din-ner of each month).
InformationCANADA BENEFIT Group - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or visit online www.canadabenefi t.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
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InformationDo you need help with
reading, writing or math?FREE confi dential adult
tutoring available.• Clearwater Literacy
250-674-3530 • Barriere Literacy
250-672-9773
Notice to photography clients of Mary Penner / Mattenley. I am building a website and facebook page and will be posting previous photos from past portraits. If anyone that I have photo-graphed would NOT like their pictures posted, please con-tact Mary @ 250-674-2541 or facebook.com/marysphotos or email [email protected]
Safe Home Response Providing a safe place to
escape for women and their children.
Volunteers always needed. Clearwater 250-674-2135
Barriere 250-672-6444
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Lost & FoundLost: Small, grey, female cat. Has a tattoo, any information please call 250-672-9644
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Career Opportunities
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION!In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit online: CareerStep.ca/MT or call 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
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Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options.
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THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT
INVITATION TO TENDERDon Forsyth Beach House Concession
Electoral Area “B” (Thompson Headwaters)
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District, on behalf of Elec-toral Area “B” (Thompson Headwaters), is hereby accepting bids to provide, generally, the following works for the summer of 2015 (June 27th – Sept 7th);
• Operate a concession facility in the Don Forsyth Beach House in Blue River, BC. Provide food and other suit-able products for a concession facility operating at a lakeside beach and provide appropriate compensation to the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
Further details of the work to be done and identified in a contract may be obtained by contacting the undersigned. When submitting bids, please provide details of hours and days of opening, and services to be provided.
Sealed tenders must be delivered to the undersigned at 209 Dutch Lake Rd, Clearwater BC, V0E 1N2 or emailed to [email protected] by 4:00pm June 10th, 2015. Bids must be labeled BEACH HOUSE CONCESSION.
The highest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted.
Sherri Madden,Services CoordinatorThompson-Nicola Regional District209 Dutch Lake RdClearwater, BC V0E 1N2Phone 250-674-3530 ext 111
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A p r i l 2 3 - 2 9 , 2 0 1 2
This week is all about give and take, Capricorn. Do for others, and they will do for you. A special event calls for some extra-special gifts.
Some habits are hard to break, Aquarius. Look to a mentor to help and you will succeed. A fitness goal is easily achieved with a new piece of equipment.
The odds may be stacked against you, Pisces, but that doesn’t mean you won’t come out on top with a little ingenuity. A weekend endeavor requires a leap of faith.
Speak up, Aries, and the problem will be solved. A little miracle at home makes for an interesting weekend. Travel plans come together.
Cast aside all doubt, Taurus. The offer is genuine and will bring you many rewards. A test of faith begins— be strong. Money woes ease.
Feeling blessed these days, Gemini? Pay it forward. A compromise at home raises everyone’s spirits and fun ensues all weekend long!
A business relationship blossoms with an addition. A larger-than- life personality drops by with an offer you can’t refuse. Oh boy, oh boy, Cancer.
Oops, Leo. You fall behind on a project, raising some eyebrows. Not to worry. You will get back on track sooner than you think, thanks to an innovation.
Spend less, save more and you’ll definitely get more, Virgo. More in your bottom line and more peace of mind. Flowers provide a great pick-me-up.
Lady Luck smiles on you, Libra, and there is nothing beyond your reach. A treasured heirloom resurfaces, bringing back many fond memories.
The tiniest of changes make a vast improvement in a project. A rejection is a blessing in disguise. Be grateful for what you’re given, Scorpio.
News from afar gets the creative juices flowing, and you accomplish more than you have in some time, Sagittarius. A game of wits at the office proves challenging.
June 4 - 11, 2015
Aries, you have plans to rest, but you might be surprised at how fast you become bored with nothing to keep you busy. Relaxation may be difficult for you to master.
A new perspec-tive can sometimes change everything, Cancer. Even if there are some bumps along the way, your optimism will ulti-mately prevail.
Libra, you may have a particular goal in mind for your rela-tionship that hasn’t come to fruition just yet. It may take a little more work for you to get to that solid place.
Capricorn, this week you are captivated by the innocent things in life. Enjoy this relaxing time to stop and smell the roses with your loved ones.
It’s alright to be a homebody for a few days this week, Aquarius. Revel in some quiet time at home and enjoy this chance to breathe easy and recharge your batteries.
Familiar memories resurface, Taurus. You may discover that nothing much has changed and you really need to buckle down to create new plans.
Leo, you will be on the receiving end of more support and encouragement this week than you possibly know what to do with. Express your gratitude to loved ones.
Others may struggle to decipher your thoughts, Scorpio. Sometimes you have to spell out what you need or want to get others on board with your ideas.
Give your dreams time to develop in the weeks ahead, Pisces. If you rush things along, you may end up getting discouraged.
A plan you laid out hits a snag this week, Gemini. Do not get discouraged, as your plans will only be delayed momentarily before things get back on track.
It’s easy to see the possibilities ahead this week, Virgo. Take a practical ap-proach when mak-ing plans and you will soon begin to achieve your goals.
Sagittarius, work appeals to you this week and you find yourself spending some extra time at the office. Just be sure to make time for your family.
Box 67, 100 Mile House B.C. V0K 2E0
BEFORE YOU SELL:• ASPEN • BIRCH • COTTONWOOD• PINE - SPRUCE - FIR PULP LOGS
Please call NORM WILCOX(250) 395-6218 (direct line) • (250) 706-9728 (cell)
(250) 395-6201 (fax)
Transportation TransportationServices
Garden & LawnWitney’s Open Garden
216 Poplar Rd. McLure, BC 250-672-9982
Cash or Cheques Sorry No Debit or Credit Cards
Open Dates:June 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21
Open 10am - 4pmAs usual we have a great
selection of Dahlia Tubers. We have 155 kinds of Hostas pot-ted up - of these, 17 kinds are
new ones. We also have Peonies, Ferns, Tall German Bearded Iris, Hardy Cactus
and other perennials.Phil has a great selection of
Water Lilies on sale for $25/each. Plus a good
selection of pond plants.
Home ImprovementsFULL SERVICE plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
Moving & StorageIndoor Storage [email protected] Yellowhead Hwy 5
Merchandise for Sale
AuctionsBUD HAYNES, Ward’s Fire-arms Auction. Saturday, June 13, 10a.m., 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton, Alberta. Denny Harding Estate, Sask. Store Dispersal. Over 200 new guns. Website, catalogue w/pictures. Phone 403-347-5855 or 780-451-4549; www.budhaynesauctions.com. www.WardsAuctions.com.
Garage SalesAvola Community Yard Sale
June 6 & 7, 9 am - 5 pm (no earlybirds please)at Avola School House
Antiques: wood cook stoves, cigarette machine, spinning wheel, 1947 1-ton pick-up, 1995 Yamaha WR 250, Crest-liner boat w/motor & trlr, 1994 Ford pick-up w/canopy & boat rack, 1993 Toyota Tercel. Tools, housewares, clothing, quilts, dress-up clothes, books .25 ea. Hosted by Upstream Community Heritage Society
Barriere Garage SaleSat. & Sun - June 6-7
502 Oriole Way 9am - 2pm
ClearwaterJune 6 & 7
#26 1238 Ford Road(Pine Grove Trailer Park)
10 am - 4 pmNo Early Birds Please
Heavy Duty Machinery
A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated con-tainers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT fork-lift. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for SaleSAWMILLS 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.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
STEEL BUILDINGS. “Our big 35th anniversary sale” 20x20 $4500. 25x24 $5198. 30x30 $7449. 32x36 $8427. 40x46 $12140. One end wall includ-ed. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
Misc. WantedPrivate Coin Collector BuyingCollections, Olympic Coins,Silver, Gold, Jewelry, EstatesChad: 778-281-0030 in town.
Scrap aluminum of all kinds, copper pipe or wire, old batter-ies; fencing material, used barb wire, fence posts and any related items. Will pick up for free or pay. Ph. 250-587-2349
Wanted: Broken washers, dryers, fridges, and stoves. Call 250-674-0079
Real Estate
For Sale By OwnerClearwater: 222 Dutch Lk Rd, 4 bdrm (2 up/2 down), full suite downstairs, $135,000; 225 Murtle Cres, 4 bdrm, 3.5 bath, 10 yrs old, $249,000; 414 Buck Rd, 2 bdrm MH on own lot, $66,000; Vavenby - Peavine Rd, 3 bdrm up, 1 bdrm suite down, on 4 single lots, new renos, $185,000.Ph. 250-674-3668 mornings 9 am - noon, eve 5:30 pm - 9 pm
Houses For SaleClearwater Houses for Sale 220 Dutch Lk Rd, 3 bdrm house, $119,000.208 Dutch Lk Rd. 3 bdrm w/2 full bath. $119,000. Both priced below assessed value.
‘Best price in town’ Ph. 250-674-3668
Rentals
Apt/Condo for RentClearwater: 1 bdrm apt for rent. Avail June 1. Asking $580/mo. Call 250-674-0002
Duplex / 4 PlexBarriere: large 1 bdrm apart-ment in quiet neighbour-hood.750sqft. $615/mo. Pets negotiable. Call 250-682-2231
Mobile Homes & Pads
Choice MH pad avail for rent in Sunset Village MHP, Clearwater, B.C. Sunset Village is among the most desirable adult parks in Clearwater. Lg lots, water and sewer incl, internet and cable avail. Great views, lev-el pads. First vacancy in 3 yrs. 851 Old North Thomp-son Hwy. Ph. 250-587-6340, email [email protected]
Transportation
Trucks & Vans1987 F350 Crew cab 4x4, 6.9 liter diesel. Has body rust but still runs, has good rubber. Have a second single cab F250 for spare parts if wanted. Ph. 250-674-2449
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THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT
INVITATION TO TENDERDon Forsyth Beach House Concession
Electoral Area “B” (Thompson Headwaters)
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District, on behalf of Elec-toral Area “B” (Thompson Headwaters), is hereby accepting bids to provide, generally, the following works for the summer of 2015 (June 27th – Sept 7th);
• Operate a concession facility in the Don Forsyth Beach House in Blue River, BC. Provide food and other suit-able products for a concession facility operating at a lakeside beach and provide appropriate compensation to the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
Further details of the work to be done and identified in a contract may be obtained by contacting the undersigned. When submitting bids, please provide details of hours and days of opening, and services to be provided.
Sealed tenders must be delivered to the undersigned at 209 Dutch Lake Rd, Clearwater BC, V0E 1N2 or emailed to [email protected] by 4:00pm June 10th, 2015. Bids must be labeled BEACH HOUSE CONCESSION.
The highest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted.
Sherri Madden,Services CoordinatorThompson-Nicola Regional District209 Dutch Lake RdClearwater, BC V0E 1N2Phone 250-674-3530 ext 111
This Crossword Sponsored by
WELLS GRAY HOME HARDWARE86 STATION RD., CLEARWATER
674-3717
FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY
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January 20– February 18
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April 20– May 20
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July 23– August 22
November 22– December 21
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June 22– July 22
September 23– October 22
A p r i l 2 3 - 2 9 , 2 0 1 2
This week is all about give and take, Capricorn. Do for others, and they will do for you. A special event calls for some extra-special gifts.
Some habits are hard to break, Aquarius. Look to a mentor to help and you will succeed. A fitness goal is easily achieved with a new piece of equipment.
The odds may be stacked against you, Pisces, but that doesn’t mean you won’t come out on top with a little ingenuity. A weekend endeavor requires a leap of faith.
Speak up, Aries, and the problem will be solved. A little miracle at home makes for an interesting weekend. Travel plans come together.
Cast aside all doubt, Taurus. The offer is genuine and will bring you many rewards. A test of faith begins— be strong. Money woes ease.
Feeling blessed these days, Gemini? Pay it forward. A compromise at home raises everyone’s spirits and fun ensues all weekend long!
A business relationship blossoms with an addition. A larger-than- life personality drops by with an offer you can’t refuse. Oh boy, oh boy, Cancer.
Oops, Leo. You fall behind on a project, raising some eyebrows. Not to worry. You will get back on track sooner than you think, thanks to an innovation.
Spend less, save more and you’ll definitely get more, Virgo. More in your bottom line and more peace of mind. Flowers provide a great pick-me-up.
Lady Luck smiles on you, Libra, and there is nothing beyond your reach. A treasured heirloom resurfaces, bringing back many fond memories.
The tiniest of changes make a vast improvement in a project. A rejection is a blessing in disguise. Be grateful for what you’re given, Scorpio.
News from afar gets the creative juices flowing, and you accomplish more than you have in some time, Sagittarius. A game of wits at the office proves challenging.
June 4 - 11, 2015
Aries, you have plans to rest, but you might be surprised at how fast you become bored with nothing to keep you busy. Relaxation may be difficult for you to master.
A new perspec-tive can sometimes change everything, Cancer. Even if there are some bumps along the way, your optimism will ulti-mately prevail.
Libra, you may have a particular goal in mind for your rela-tionship that hasn’t come to fruition just yet. It may take a little more work for you to get to that solid place.
Capricorn, this week you are captivated by the innocent things in life. Enjoy this relaxing time to stop and smell the roses with your loved ones.
It’s alright to be a homebody for a few days this week, Aquarius. Revel in some quiet time at home and enjoy this chance to breathe easy and recharge your batteries.
Familiar memories resurface, Taurus. You may discover that nothing much has changed and you really need to buckle down to create new plans.
Leo, you will be on the receiving end of more support and encouragement this week than you possibly know what to do with. Express your gratitude to loved ones.
Others may struggle to decipher your thoughts, Scorpio. Sometimes you have to spell out what you need or want to get others on board with your ideas.
Give your dreams time to develop in the weeks ahead, Pisces. If you rush things along, you may end up getting discouraged.
A plan you laid out hits a snag this week, Gemini. Do not get discouraged, as your plans will only be delayed momentarily before things get back on track.
It’s easy to see the possibilities ahead this week, Virgo. Take a practical ap-proach when mak-ing plans and you will soon begin to achieve your goals.
Sagittarius, work appeals to you this week and you find yourself spending some extra time at the office. Just be sure to make time for your family.
Box 67, 100 Mile House B.C. V0K 2E0
BEFORE YOU SELL:• ASPEN • BIRCH • COTTONWOOD• PINE - SPRUCE - FIR PULP LOGS
Please call NORM WILCOX(250) 395-6218 (direct line) • (250) 706-9728 (cell)
(250) 395-6201 (fax)
Transportation TransportationServices
Garden & LawnWitney’s Open Garden
216 Poplar Rd. McLure, BC 250-672-9982
Cash or Cheques Sorry No Debit or Credit Cards
Open Dates:June 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21
Open 10am - 4pmAs usual we have a great
selection of Dahlia Tubers. We have 155 kinds of Hostas pot-ted up - of these, 17 kinds are
new ones. We also have Peonies, Ferns, Tall German Bearded Iris, Hardy Cactus
and other perennials.Phil has a great selection of
Water Lilies on sale for $25/each. Plus a good
selection of pond plants.
Home ImprovementsFULL SERVICE plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
Moving & StorageIndoor Storage [email protected] Yellowhead Hwy 5
Merchandise for Sale
AuctionsBUD HAYNES, Ward’s Fire-arms Auction. Saturday, June 13, 10a.m., 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton, Alberta. Denny Harding Estate, Sask. Store Dispersal. Over 200 new guns. Website, catalogue w/pictures. Phone 403-347-5855 or 780-451-4549; www.budhaynesauctions.com. www.WardsAuctions.com.
Garage SalesAvola Community Yard Sale
June 6 & 7, 9 am - 5 pm (no earlybirds please)at Avola School House
Antiques: wood cook stoves, cigarette machine, spinning wheel, 1947 1-ton pick-up, 1995 Yamaha WR 250, Crest-liner boat w/motor & trlr, 1994 Ford pick-up w/canopy & boat rack, 1993 Toyota Tercel. Tools, housewares, clothing, quilts, dress-up clothes, books .25 ea. Hosted by Upstream Community Heritage Society
Barriere Garage SaleSat. & Sun - June 6-7
502 Oriole Way 9am - 2pm
ClearwaterJune 6 & 7
#26 1238 Ford Road(Pine Grove Trailer Park)
10 am - 4 pmNo Early Birds Please
Heavy Duty Machinery
A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated con-tainers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT fork-lift. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for SaleSAWMILLS 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.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
STEEL BUILDINGS. “Our big 35th anniversary sale” 20x20 $4500. 25x24 $5198. 30x30 $7449. 32x36 $8427. 40x46 $12140. One end wall includ-ed. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
Misc. WantedPrivate Coin Collector BuyingCollections, Olympic Coins,Silver, Gold, Jewelry, EstatesChad: 778-281-0030 in town.
Scrap aluminum of all kinds, copper pipe or wire, old batter-ies; fencing material, used barb wire, fence posts and any related items. Will pick up for free or pay. Ph. 250-587-2349
Wanted: Broken washers, dryers, fridges, and stoves. Call 250-674-0079
Real Estate
For Sale By OwnerClearwater: 222 Dutch Lk Rd, 4 bdrm (2 up/2 down), full suite downstairs, $135,000; 225 Murtle Cres, 4 bdrm, 3.5 bath, 10 yrs old, $249,000; 414 Buck Rd, 2 bdrm MH on own lot, $66,000; Vavenby - Peavine Rd, 3 bdrm up, 1 bdrm suite down, on 4 single lots, new renos, $185,000.Ph. 250-674-3668 mornings 9 am - noon, eve 5:30 pm - 9 pm
Houses For SaleClearwater Houses for Sale 220 Dutch Lk Rd, 3 bdrm house, $119,000.208 Dutch Lk Rd. 3 bdrm w/2 full bath. $119,000. Both priced below assessed value.
‘Best price in town’ Ph. 250-674-3668
Rentals
Apt/Condo for RentClearwater: 1 bdrm apt for rent. Avail June 1. Asking $580/mo. Call 250-674-0002
Duplex / 4 PlexBarriere: large 1 bdrm apart-ment in quiet neighbour-hood.750sqft. $615/mo. Pets negotiable. Call 250-682-2231
Mobile Homes & Pads
Choice MH pad avail for rent in Sunset Village MHP, Clearwater, B.C. Sunset Village is among the most desirable adult parks in Clearwater. Lg lots, water and sewer incl, internet and cable avail. Great views, lev-el pads. First vacancy in 3 yrs. 851 Old North Thomp-son Hwy. Ph. 250-587-6340, email [email protected]
Transportation
Trucks & Vans1987 F350 Crew cab 4x4, 6.9 liter diesel. Has body rust but still runs, has good rubber. Have a second single cab F250 for spare parts if wanted. Ph. 250-674-2449
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A big “Thank-you” to the North Thompson
Community Foundation for approving Avola’s
Upstream Community and Heritage Society grant
application in April. Willy McLachlan, Bob Jensen
and Dave McLachlan helped put the finishing touches on Avola’s first ever town “Yard Sale”
signs to prepare for the June 6 and 7 event. “It has been a real com-munity effort from the
beginning,” the non-profit society’s secretary, Elea-nor Deckert, describes.
Karen Bruce had the idea back in November, “What if several families had a yard sale on the
same day?” Her husband fetched the materials and
got the project started by cutting the wood for the signs. The sandwich board signs will be used whenever the Upstream Community and Heritage
Society hosts events. “This first project funded with the NTCF grant is
bringing a huge sense of Community Spirit, team work and unleashing a flood of creative ideas,” noted Deckert. Since the Upstream Society’s first
AGM in November, 2014, both “community” and
“heritage” activities have begun to take shape.
Celebration of life
~ Carl Capps ~1935-2015
June 6, 2015Everyone welcome at 1pm at the Clearwater
Legion to celebrate Carl’s life.Private ceremony at Avola cemetery.
Clearwater Times Thursday, June 4, 2015 www.clearwatertimes.com A23
PRINCE GEORGE - The Province is invest-ing $100,000 over the next five years to enhance wildlife con-servation throughout British Columbia. Parliamentary Secretary Mike Morris made the announce-ment during a recent Ducks Unlimited vol-unteer convention.
The funding is being provided to the Crown land secure-ment partner pro-gram, a partnership that includes Ducks Unlimited Canada, The Nature Trust of British Columbia, the Nature Conservancy of Canada, the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation, Wildlife Habitat Canada, the Canadian Wildlife Service and the Province of British Columbia.
Parliamentary Secretary Mike Morris said, "The Province recognizes the vital role wildlife manage-
ment areas play when it comes to conserv-ing and managing important habitat for regionally and interna-tionally significant fish and wildlife species."
The partners share a strong interest in conserving land for its fish and wildlife habi-tat values, and work together on acquir-ing private land and securing neighbouring Crown land for con-servation purposes.
A key focus of the partnership is to help the Province designate new – and expand existing – wildlife management areas. These are areas of land designated under the Wildlife Act for the benefit of region-ally to internation-ally significant fish and wildlife species or their habitats. Conservation and management of fish, wildlife and their hab-itats is the priority in a wildlife management area but other com-
patible land uses may be accommodated.
Over the past five years, the partnership program has helped create eight new wildlife management areas, and expanded several others, result-ing in the protection of almost 29,000 hect-
ares of prime wildlife habitat throughout B.C.
Nearby wild-life management areas include Cranberry Marsh near Valemount, plus Tranquille and Dewdrop-Rousseau Creek near Kamloops.
22 - 23Obituaries
IN LOVING MEMORYPauline Mary, JOHNSON
November 8, 1930 - May 30, 2015
IN LOVING MEMORY Matthew Adrianus Vollans
October 13, 1978 - May 26, 2015Mom passed away peace-
fully in her sleep at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital, Clearwater, BC. Mary is survived by daughters Marlene Johnson, Joyce (Wayne) Wysoski; sons Randy (Gail) Coulter, Shawn (Grace) Coulter, Terry (Pae) Coulter; sister Doris Mancini; and long time friend Clara Ritcey. Mary is survived by 10 grandchildren, 12 great grand-children and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Mary was predeceased by her parents Jim and Edna Archibald, brother David Archibald, sister Ruby White and love of her life George Coulter and grandson baby boy Haden Lee Rempel.
Mary was raised and went to school in the Upper Clearwater. She lived for many years in Birch Island, had a short stint in Alberta, and spent the rest of her time in Clearwater.
Mary was involved in the Birch Island Women’s Institute for 64 years until it folded; Vavenby and District Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion; O.A.P.O; Friendly Club; Wells Gray Country Seniors’ Society; and the M&M Club. She was well known for her
crib playing and plastic canvas making. Mary will be sorrowfully missed by those who knew and loved her.
By request, there will be no formal service. A gathering to celebrate the life of Mary Johnson will take place on Sunday, June 7, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Hall at Evergreen Acres, Clearwater, BC. Services entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services, Clearwater, BC, telephone 250-674-3030.
Matthew Adrianus Vollans, age 36, of Kamloops, B.C. (former resident of Vavenby), died sud-denly last Tuesday, May 26, 2015. He was a loving husband to Jill (nee Flegel); father of daughter Keziah (10) and son Seth (8). He’s son to Gord and Mary; brother to Tanya, Chris, Andrew and Carla; grandson to Marie Visser; as well as son-in-law to Rick and Trudy Flegel; brother-in-law to Kim Smith (nee Flegel). He leaves behind many other family mem-bers and a myriad of friends.
Matt loved life and was energetic, enthusiastic and a loyal and dear friend to many. He always made everyone he met feel valuable and loved, and was a true “Son of Encouragement”! He
loved family with all his heart, and one of his biggest joys was spending time with them all. He was sensitive, loving and kind, always striving to develop deep relation-ships with everyone he did life with.
Above all, he loved and lived his life to the glory of God. He challenged himself along with everyone else to do this to the fullest; his favorite verse being, “Be imita-tors of Christ.”
Matt worked as
an electrician and instrumentation tech in the oil, gas and for-est industry; he also was an integral part of the water purification system while he was employed with the City of Kamloops.
A service will be held June 5th at 1 p.m. (viewing @ 12 p.m.) at Summit Drive Baptist Church (1975 Summit Dr), Kamloops, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the New Life Mission, Kamloops.
The family would like to thank everyone for their genuine kind-ness and concern.
Matt’s life was a short and sweet one ... So well loved because he loved so well; always esteeming others as better than himself ... forever to be remembered, he will live on in our hearts and minds!
B.C. extends support for Crown land wildlife conservation program to 2019
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AVOLA
BARRIERE
Agate Bay
Boulder Mountain
Chinook Cove
Chu Chua
Dar� eld
Dunn Lake
ExlouLouis Creek
McLureUpper Louis Creek
BLUE RIVER
CLEARWATER
Birch Island
Blackpool
East Blackpool
Upper Clearwater
LITTLE FORT
Roundtop
VAVENBY
E C OEpp Cates Oien
EPP CATES OIEN
Barristers & Solicitors
Old Fire Hall No. 1
300 - 125 4th Avenue
Kamloops, BC V2C 3N3
Toll Free: 1-800-949-3362 (BC)
Telephone: 250-372-8811
Fax: 250-828-6697
Email: [email protected] Telephone: 250-372-8811
Fax: 250-828-6697
Email: [email protected]
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AVOLABARRIERE Agate BayBoulder MountainChinook CoveChu Chua
Dar� eldDunn LakeExlouLouis CreekMcLureUpper Louis Creek
BLUE RIVER CLEARWATERBirch IslandBlackpoolEast BlackpoolUpper Clearwater
LITTLE FORTRoundtopVAVENBY
E C OEpp Cates Oien
EPP CATES OIENBarristers & Solicitors Old Fire Hall No. 1300 - 125 4th Avenue
Kamloops, BC V2C 3N3Toll Free: 1-800-949-3362 (BC)Telephone: 250-372-8811
Fax: 250-828-6697Email: [email protected]
North Thompson
AVOLABARRIEREAgate BayBoulder MountainChinook CoveChu Chua
EPP CATES OIENBarristers & Solicitors Old Fire Hall No. 1300 - 125 4th Avenue
Kamloops, BC V2C 3N3Toll Free: 1-800-949-3362 (BC)Telephone: 250-372-8811Email: [email protected]
Fax: 250-828-6697
Email: [email protected]
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AVOLA
BARRIERE
Agate Bay
Boulder Mountain
Chinook Cove
Chu Chua
Dar� eld
Dunn Lake
ExlouLouis Creek
McLureUpper Louis Creek
BLUE RIVER
CLEARWATER
Birch Island
Blackpool
East Blackpool
Upper Clearwater
LITTLE FORT
Roundtop
VAVENBY
E C OEpp Cates Oien
EPP CATES OIEN
Barristers & Solicitors
Old Fire Hall No. 1
300 - 125 4th Avenue
Kamloops, BC V2C 3N3
Toll Free: 1-800-949-3362 (BC)
Telephone: 250-372-8811
Fax: 250-828-6697
Email: [email protected]
Boulder Mountain
Epp Cates Oien
Epp Cates Oien
Barristers & Solicitors
Toll Free: 1-800-949-3362 (BC)
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
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Community DirectoryNorth Thompson 2015
AVOLA
BARRIERE
Agate Bay
Boulder Mountain
Chinook Cove
Chu Chua
Dar� eld
Dunn Lake
ExlouLouis Creek
McLureUpper Louis Creek
BLUE RIVER
CLEARWATER
Birch Island
Blackpool
East Blackpool
Upper Clearwater
LITTLE FORT
Roundtop
VAVENBY
E C OEpp Cates OienEpp Cates Oien
EPP CATES OIEN
Barristers & Solicitors
Old Fire Hall No. 1
300 - 125 4th Avenue
Kamloops, BC V2C 3N3
Toll Free: 1-800-949-3362 (BC)
Telephone: 250-372-8811
Fax: 250-828-6697
Email: [email protected]
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AVOLABARRIERE Agate BayBoulder MountainChinook CoveChu Chua
Dar� eldDunn LakeExlouLouis CreekMcLureUpper Louis Creek
BLUE RIVER CLEARWATERBirch IslandBlackpoolEast BlackpoolUpper Clearwater
LITTLE FORTRoundtopVAVENBY
E C OEpp Cates Oien
EPP CATES OIENBarristers & Solicitors Old Fire Hall No. 1300 - 125 4th Avenue
Kamloops, BC V2C 3N3Toll Free: 1-800-949-3362 (BC)Telephone: 250-372-8811
Fax: 250-828-6697Email: [email protected]
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