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Lockdowns across School District 57

by EVAN MATTHEWS

A few social media posts caused a partial lockdown at Valemount Secondary School last week, as much of the school district followed protocol. At roughly 10:00 AM on Oct. 6, the secondary school released a statement via its Facebook page. “Our school is on ‘Partial Lockdown’ or Code Yellow this morning… as a precaution,” the post reads.

“We have been notified there have been unusual or worrisome circumstances in Prince George causing schools to follow protocol. We are doing the same as a precaution,” it says. Superintendent of Schools for School District 57, Marilyn Marquis-Forster, confirmed the lockdowns were directly related to social media posts, but would not elaborate on what the posts contained. “There were two separate events,” Marquis-Forster says.

“One post against all schools, and… one post was directed to Prince George schools, specifically,” she says. The RCMP was brought in to investigate, and issued a statement the following morning. “RCMP investigators determined the threats are non-credible and in some cases, outdated,” says Corporal Craig Douglass in a press release. Schools were advised to return to normal at that point, according to Cont’d on A03

Stops of Interest Renovations A03

Lovelocks visit Valemount A06

Winter Driving, the dos and don’ts A08

Photo: Gerry Porrier 95-year-old Ann Porrier and her granddaughte, Marley, sit in chat. Marley arrived to visit her grandmother by train, the same way her grandma did 85-years-ago. Read more on A02.

Valemount Public Library gets renos

Listings on P15!

by EVAN MATTHEWS

Prince George

Shirley honoured

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Renovations at the Valemount Public Library are in full swing. The new additions will see an enclosed set of stairs at the back of the library, with the ultimate goal of installing a wheelchair accessible lift to access the basement. “(The stairs) should be done by the end of October,” says Wendy Cinnamon, librarian at the Valemount Public Library. “We just started last week… the contractor

dug a big hole at the back of the library,” she says. The contract, according to Cinnamon, has been awarded to Ian Woolsey. “He’s got the footings in, and now he’s got Styrofoam forms in the right spot to pour the concrete into place,” she says. The next step is to get the concrete truck here, Cinnamon says. The library has also applied for a grant, which would allow for a wheelchair accessible lift to be installed.

“We made sure we had the proper specifications for the lift when we started the stairs, so that we can accommodate for it,” says Cinnamon. “If we don’t get this grant, we’ll apply for another.” The library should find out by the month’s end if they will be receiving the grant. Once the stairs and (potential) lift have been completed, Cinnamon says the library will be doing more renos in the basement. Basement renovations should be complete by the end of December, Cinnamon says.

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McBride’s oldest person reflects

by GERRY PORRIER AND EVAN MATTHEWS

Eighty-five-years-ago, Anna Sofia Kolida arrived in McBride. It was spring. It was around Easter, she remembers, because of her outfit. “I remember because my mother made me wear my fancy red skirt and a beautiful black embroidered vest,” says Anna, who goes by Ann, and her last name is now Porrier after marrying George Porrier in 1941. Ann remembers being nine-years-old at the time, and not knowing any English. A circus was on its way to McBride, and by the time Ann and her family got to McBride, the circus was there to greet them. “Dad bought us all ice cream… that was the first time I every tasted ice cream,” says Ann. “I still love it to this day,” she says. A lady was speaking Ukrainian, Ann says, and she asked Ann if she belonged to the circus. “I’m pretty sure it was

because of my red skirt and flowered vest,” Ann says, chuckling while she remembers. Ann’s father, Paul Kolida, along with her eldest brother Roman, worked for the Canadian National Railway, she says. They would send money back to Poland so the family could come to Canada too. “Dad… met us in Edmonton so we could all ride home to McBride together on the train,” says Ann. Because her father and brother worked on the railway, a lot of the time they weren’t home, she says, leaving Ann, her two brothers, and her mother, Agatha Orskey, to work the farm. “That was a hard time for us,” says Ann, noting her mother never learned any English. “She had to run the farm and take care of us kids alone, with nobody to protect her,” she says. Her mother Polish and her father Ukrainian, Ann says her family was from a small place called Sokal near the Ukrainian and Polish border.

It wasn’t so much of a village, as it was two long rows of shacks with a barn and a garden, she says through a laugh, with all dirt and mud roads. Now 95-years-old, Ann’s family says she is the oldest person living in McBride. “I don’t know if I’m the oldest. I’m only 95 you know,” says Ann, in addition to another big smile. “But, I’m sure there’s no one left that came before 1931. If there is you better go find them, because I sure would like to see them,” she says. Ann never left McBride, she says, after her marriage in ’41, she had three kids: Gerald, Jeanette and Georgina. This past August, Georgina brought her daughter, Ann’s granddaughter, Marley, by train all the way from Prince George to McBride to visit Ann, who is now living in the Long Term Care Center of the McBride Hospital. “She is sort of famous in McBride,” says Marley. “I hope she likes these flowers.” Visiting with her granddaughter meant the world

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to her, Ann says, as she says the train made her think reminisce.

“That was a surprise, coming by train. Just like the old days,” says Ann.

“Too bad there was no circus to meet her, but we did have ice cream.”

Photo: Gerry Porrier Ann Porrier’s daughter, Georgina, is seen here with her daughter, Marley, Ann’s granddaughter. Marley bussed with her mother to McBride in order to visit her grandmother, the same mode of tarnsportation Porrier used 85-years-ago to start her life in McBride.

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There are three types of relationships you can have with a realtor. Designated Agency, Limited Dual Agency, www.lumaxart.com and Customer. These should be clearly explained to you early on in the relationship, so there are no doubts as to what type of representation you have. As a buyer, Designated Agency means the agent is working solely for you. They are there to negotiate on your behalf and protect your interests in the purchasing process. They can provide recommendations and professional insight into your purchase or selection. If you’ve been working with an agent for some time and now decide on a property that is their listing, the agent will be required to enter into a Limited Dual Agency agreement (in writing). This states that they are working with both the buyer and the seller, but are acting in an impartial manner and cannot recommend price negotiations or terms. They can still provide professional information and support but do not act for one party over another. As a customer, you are accepting that you have no representation for the transaction. The agent is working solely for the seller. They can still assist in completing the offer or counter offer, explain real estate terms to you, help you view properties, and provide other general real estate information. In all cases, a realtor should disclose to you which of the properties you are viewing are their own personal listings. This is a perfect time for them to explain agency relationships and answer any questions you have about who they are working for. If you haven’t been told, don’t hesitate to ask. It is your right to know.

Shelly Battensby is a Sales Representative for RE/MAX Centre City Realty. Shelly can be reached by cell at 250- 566-1086 or shelly. battensby@gmail.com. View her listings at www.valemountmcbridelistings.com.

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Upgrades coming to Stops of Interest signs by EVAN MATTHEWS Renovations, along with completely new additions, are coming to B.C.’s many Stops of Interest along highways within the province. A public consultation period is underway, according to the province, and its asking for input to identify topics and locations for new signs in order to celebrate B.C.’s history. “I encourage (people in the valley) to think about special places and stories in their areas,” says MLA for Prince George-Valemount, Shirley Bond, in a press release. “These signs will support tourism throughout our province, offering visitors snapshots of our history… and diverse experiences our province offers,” she says. Currently, B.C. has 139 Stop of Interest signs around the province, 75 per cent of which were

surveyed as needing repair, and each telling a story of a person, place of event significant to the spot’s provincial history, according to the province. The Provincial Government is looking to add 75 new signs to its Stops of Interest inventory, it says, and it is encouraging its citizens to use the opportunity as a way to identify unsigned sites of importance. Due to wear-and-tear, the province says many of the signs are now dated, worn or even lost, and some “TLC” is needed to get the signage to a standard citizens can be proud of. “We are busy repairing the existing signs, and while we are busy repairing them, we need your help in creating brand new Stops of Interest,” the province says on its website. For many tourists following provincial routes and visiting these signs has become a favourite summer vacation, the province

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says, as the signs of been on display since 1958. “Our province is rich with history and these heritage signs show our commitment to preserving the culture from the past, celebrating the communities of today and inspiring pride for the future in British Columbians,” says Todd Stone, minister of transportation and infrastructure for the B.C. Government. Suggestions will be accepted until Jan. 31, 2017, and will be reviewed by senior ministry staff from across government, as well as being reviewed by cultural and historical experts for accuracy, the province says. Installation of new signs is expected in late spring, 2017. Anyone with a suggestion is encouraged to visit http://engage.gov.bc.ca/ stopsofinterest/.

Photo supplied This government map shows of the 139 current Stops of Interest in the province, very few are located in or around the Robson Valley, totalling six.

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RCMP. Though, Prince George RCMP did make an arrest on Friday afternoon in connection to the second threat. The Prince George Citizen reported charges of uttering threats and mischief have been approved against a 16-year-old boy, whose name would not be released because he is a youth. The charges were in connection to a “creepy clown” threat against Prince George schools, however, the Citizen reported no arrests have been made in the second scare, which emerged earlier the same day. Creepy clowns have

become a phenomenon as of late, as they’ve been emerging in communities all across the United States and Canada. Sightings have led to arrests, school lockdowns, and community unrest. SD57 will be sending out letters to all parents of the district, it says, explaining the situation and inviting feedback as to how the process went. Parents are being encouraged to share if they have any recommendations, according to the district. The district is also encouraging families to talk to their children about online presence and social media responsibility, so students are aware of what

they post. Lockdown protocol includes locking the exterior doors, closing the blinds, having students remain in their classrooms, limit movement around the school, and response to fire alarms are suspended, according to the school. The school posted an update by the school at 10:30 AM, saying the situation in Prince George was being resolved, and Valemount Secondary was awaiting instruction. A second update announcing “Code Yellow” was made around 11:15 AM, which set into motion a “series of protocol” while the school awaited in instruction to return to

normal. Students who normally went home for lunch, according to the school’s Facebook page, were provided with a lunch to limit movement. “We take the safety of your kids very seriously, and while these safety measures can disrupt the learning, and inconvenience everyone, we act in the best interests of your kids and everyone in our school community by responding with safety for all in mind,” the statement says. Many Valemount residents commented on the Facebook page, thanking the school’s staff for acting accordingly.

2:00 - 3:00 Open House There will be maps and information available for the new proposed Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) for the McBride Community Forest. The FSP map shows the location of the timber and non-timber values to be managed for within the community forest. The FSP also states the results, strategies or measures that the MCFC will achieve in order to be consistent with government objectives for forest values. In addition to the FSP, maps and information will be available showing the areas where MCFC is considering development activities within the next year or two. The MCFC management team will be available to explain the proposed plans and receive input. 3:00 – 4:00 MCFC AGM This is a shareholder’s meeting, with a formal AGM requirement for the following agenda: • Minutes of the last AGM • MCFC Chair’s Report • MCFC Manager’s Report • Year End Financial Report • Appointment of Auditors • Appointment of Directors • Other Business 4:00 Q&A The meeting will then be open for questions from the community. The MCFC management team will be available after the meeting to address questions and receive input on the maps and plans.

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Editorial Happy Thanksgiving, from The Goat

community. In my time here, I’ve started to realize this community has a lot of passion in everything it participates in. Whether it’s something as progressive and calculated as geothermal energy, as innovative and (potentially) economically beneficial as a brand new ski resort, or as simple and enjoyable as a walk around the marsh, there are so many people who make this community what it is. As Valemount Glacier Destinations Resort moves toward construction,

Evan Matthews Editor While the snow is a little bit early this year, and maybe a bit too early for some, there is a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Valemount has really started to feel like home, and I truly am thankful to have been introduced to this diverse little

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and more people begin to realize the opportunity available in this Valley, it’s impossible to foresee the changes that lie ahead. But I choose to believe they are positive changes. Economic benefit is one thing, but the pulse and energy that a ski resort will bring — I truly believe it will bring so much good to this Village. We see hope and innovation in the local business like Three Ranges Brewery, The Gathering Tree and Infinity Office and Health, among others, and the pride each business’s customers have in going

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to them each and every time. I’ve started getting to know so many good people around The Robson Valley, and hope, optimism, innovation and overall happiness rings true on so many occasions. At the same time, at times, it can be easy to get down, angry and even divided as a community on controversial issues that pertain to the future of the Village. But again, I’m thankful that we have an opportunity to talk about the issues, and really create discussion about topics that make this community better in so many ways. Sometimes it takes time

for an entire community to get on the same page, if it happens at all. But it’s encouraging to listen to each other’s point of view. One thing we can safely say about Valemount is that people are typically willing to express their views and ideas, which is an amazing thing. It’s unlikely everyone in the Village will agree with one specific point of view, but in sharing it, the community gets a chance to discuss the topic and how it can be approached together, as one. Education is our most important tool, and debates in public forum can become heated. If we can continue

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Mayors should open ears, and close mouths Dear Editor,

All over the province, taxpayers are complaining that their civic leaders aren’t listening to them. It’s happening in big cities like Surrey. It’s happening in smaller towns like Port Alberni and Oak Bay. Days before the 2014 election, Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson apologized to voters for not listening to them. His contrition saved his bacon, but nothing has changed in the years since. Vision Vancouver still rams through its agenda with no attention paid to the concerns of its residents. A tempest struck Pitt Meadows recently, when it was reported that taxpayers are paying $5,500 for Mayor John Becker to take a Simon Fraser University course in civic engagement. But the Becker blowback

was little more than a stiff breeze compared to the furor over Penticton spending $85,000 to hire a civic engagement officer – on top of the recent creation of a communications officer job. Several mayors and councillors actively pushed their spending agendas in local referenda campaigns, and taxpayers rejected them. In Kamloops, the mayor and council wanted a new $90-million theatre complex; the people said no. In West Kelowna, the leaders wanted a new $14.8-million city hall; the people said no. And in the Lower Mainland, virtually every mayor in the region wanted a sales tax to fund TransLink; the people said no. There is clearly a disconnect between taxpayers and the level of government branded as being “the closest to the people.” Residents feel

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they are not being heard, or that their priorities are not being reflected by their leaders. Rather than take courses or hire expensive bureaucrats to listen to citizens, there are better ways for mayors and councillors to turn this around. First, councils should make every effort to avoid negative-option billing. People who lived in BC in the 1990s will likely remember cable companies adding channels and raising everyone’s rates without consumer permission. It was a massive controversy. Municipalities use negative-option billing today. In North Vancouver, the Lower Lonsdale Business Association’s efforts to create a business improvement area tax had been stopped a few times over the years by landowners. Instead of ordering

a straight vote of those affected, city council has now gone for an alternative approval process – unless a majority of landowners sign papers opposing a tax, it will proceed automatically. Negative option processes are inherently unfair (all non-responses are counted as a YES) and shift the focus away from making a case for the positives of a given proposal. It corrodes the relationship between residents and councils. They should be avoided as much as possible through true public consultation and referenda on controversial projects. Second, create environments that spark real discussion – and do them in places and times where everyday taxpayers will be. Community events, shopping areas, festivals, kids’ sports: there are dozens of opportunities every week to go and get a

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(text only, no images) Under 20 words = $10 Under 40 words = $15 Under 60 words = $20 Email to: goatnewspaper@gmail.com or call 250-5664606 or mail to Box 21 Valemount V0E2Z0. good feel for what the public is saying and feeling. MLA Spencer Chandra Herbert does a great job with his mobile community office and should be a model for others. Third, ask voters for their opinion before a city’s plans are virtually set in stone. Too often, the public isn’t “consulted” until thousands of dollars have been spent on plans and supporting material. Why not ask them first? Finally, leaders have a responsibility to resist their own cynicism and scratch beneath the surface to hear what people – even those who are opposed – are

saying. What is the core concern driving the speaker? Is it affordability? Safety? Mayors should ask genuine questions of people, and actually listen to their responses. No elected official is ever going to be perfectly in sync with voters on every issue. But turning around the growing disconnect between BC city halls and the taxpayers they serve needs to be a top priority for every mayor and councillor going forward. Jordan Bateman Vancouver, B.C.

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Female duo make waves in Canadian Country Music by EVAN MATTHEWS

Photo: Supplied Ali Raney (left) and Zoe Neuman make up the Locklocks.

A Canadian duet is making waves in the Canadian country music industry, and they’ll be in Valemount this month to showcase some of what they’ve got. The duo of Ali Raney and Zoe Neuman, who as a pair have won numerous accolades, will be playing Valemount Secondary Theatre on Oct. 25. “We find in smaller communities there is a real love and appreciation for the arts,” says Neuman. The band describes themselves as a combination of the Dixie Chicks, Mumford and Sons, and Little Big Town, saying fans will hear elements of all of them in the Lovelocks music. “The… crowds really want you to be there, and really appreciate that you’ve come to their town,” she says, adding the pair has never been to Valemount and they’re excited to see the town.

The two women hail from the Toronto, Ontario area, and they’ve been friends for over 10 years, as they met singing in church. “Every time we would sing together, people would come to us and tell us we had something special, that we sounded like sisters,” says Neuman. “Just through friendship and collaboration in the church setting we would write,” she says. Eventually people started asking the two to play at community gigs and local events, Neuman says, and once that happened — they realized they wanted to record — they needed a name. And the Lovelocks were born. From there, both a record label and a booking agent had interest in the Lovelocks, according to Raney, which isn’t super common. “Typically you don’t go looking for those types of things,” says Raney. “You

can’t really go door knocking; they have to find you.” On top of it being uncommon to be found, the girls say it happened relatively early for them, and they realized they had talent they could market, and a career could be possible. While the women recognize signing their record deal and the hiring of a booking agent as major accomplishments in their respective careers, the big one was in 2014, they say. “We won our first CCMA (Canadian Country Music Award),” says Raney. “Two years after we initially started.” When the Lovelocks won the CCMA Discovery Program award, Raney says it was the first time it felt like the music industry was supporting the duo, which would lead to other opportunities. The CCMA Discovery Program is a young artist development program, according to the pair. Out of 200 acts from

across Canada it came down to the top six, Raney says, and the Lovelocks ended up winning the whole thing. Since then, the duo has been touring and promoting their most recent single, Time After Time, a cover of the Cyndi Lauper hit. “We wouldn’t have a career if people didn’t want to come see our shows,” says Raney. “It’s so important for us to say hello to everyone who has supported us along the way… and to put on a great show. “It’s the best part of being on tour.”

Does our pet’s health reflect our own?

Why are many dogs dying younger than they used to? by MONICA MARCU When I was living in Europe, both as a child and young adult, I knew a German Shepherd dog would live about 15 years. Almost 30 years later, the statistics show this breed lives 10 years on average. Since we love and raise these dogs, and care dearly about their well-being, I have done quite a lot of research about dogs, generally, and German Shepherds in particular. My suspicion has been for years that processed pet food and pollution of all food we eat is responsible for shorter life span and many health problems encountered today in dogs and other pets. I was shocked when noticing how many dogs and cats get cancer in North America, compared to my native country — where I have never heard personally of cancer in pets. There may have been a few cases, but I have not encountered any. Industry-made pet food, or “dog food” was non-existent. People were feeding dogs from their kitchens: soup with bread, milk and meat, rice with carrots, eggs and bones.

Does society really believe that a dog could have a healthy and long life living on dried, processed food or canned diet? Could you? After all, we, humans, share most of our physiology and biology with other mammals, including dogs. So I pose the question again: Could you live and thrive on a diet without any fresh food, fruits or vegetables? Recently, the UK Kennel Club carried out the “Pedigree Breed Health Survey” (PBHS), a nationwide survey of pure bred dogs, to better understand the health of each breed. They verified general health, behavior, causes of death, birth defects and others. They compared the results of this latest survey — in 2014 — with those of 2004. While the 2014 survey included owners of all registered dogs over the past 10 years and promoted the general public, the 2004 survey targeted solely the breed clubs. The 2014 PBHS was the largest of its kind so far, and included 385,000 owners of 215 different breeds. Responses were received regarding 191 breeds, representing over 43,000

living dogs and over 5,600 deceased dogs. The results were unequivocal: the survey revealed shocking decline in lifespan of many breeds over a short period of time. The most common causes of death were “old age,” cancer, heart failure, and kidney failure. The 2014 survey found the average lifespan of a pure bred dog in the U.K. is 10 years, while in 2004 the average was 11 years, 3 months. This means the median longevity of purebred dogs has dropped by 11 per cent in only 10 years. For example, Bull Terriers used to have a life span of 10 years in 2004, and now they live in average 7 years. Dobermans used to live 12 years and 6 months, but now they live in average 10 years. Boxers used to live 10 years, 3 months, and now they average 9 years. Labradors Retrievers lived well over 12 years in 2004, and now they average a life span of 11 years. The list continues. While some specialists are surprised dogs die younger than they used to, despite the “improved nutrition and better medical care”

(as claimed by some), I am not. Processed, dry food, often laden with pesticides, hormones, and genetically modified (GM) grains is not an improved nutrition. Dogs, like wolves, are biologically designed to eat mostly fresh meat, and wet food. The UK survey also found, sadly, more than 85 per cent of registered dogs today do not make it to old age. In other words, almost all die or are put to sleep because of various diseases. I compare that with the situation in humans, where, after reaching maturity a high percentage of the population uses one or more therapies, and cancer and other serious diseases are so prevalent. Although some medical institutions claim we live longer than ever, I say we are sicker than ever. This sad situation is reflected clearly in the health of our pets, where it can be better assessed due to their shorter life span compared to ours. Is there something you can do to prevent a premature death or ailment in your beloved pet/dog? Yes, include as much as

Photo: Supplied The Lovelocks play at Valemount Secondary Theatre on Oct. 25

possible fresh or homemade, nutritious food, devoid of GM grains and artificial additives. Add fresh veggies, greens, and fruits in season, boiled eggs, yogurt with live bacteria (with probiotics supporting a healthy gut and digestion), wild fish such as sardines, and fresh

raw meat. The raw meat is the ideal nutrition for a dog, when really fresh.

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“The pipeline will create an incredible regional boom here.” – Bryce Herman, President, Kamloops North Shore Business Improvement Association

The Trans Mountain Project will provide economic benefits for all Canadians. First, it will create a

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long-term legacy of tax revenues that will help fund vital services, such as education and health care. Overall, the Project is expected to generate $46.7 billion in government revenues. Second, the Project creates the equivalent of 37,000 jobs per year over twenty years of operations. And finally,

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Make your car cozier this winter When it comes to getting your car ready for the upcoming harsh winter conditions, safety should always come first. But once you’ve installed your snow tires, filled up on antifreeze and changed your wiper blades, it’s time to start thinking about your comfort! Stay toasty in your vehicle all winter long with these add-ons. • Heated steering wheel. If you dislike wearing gloves while you drive or are tired of clut ching a frigid steering wheel, this is an accessory for you. A heated steering wheel will warm your fingers in no time — and keep them that way for the entire trip! Not to worry if your car isn’t equipped with one; you can always purchase a heated wheel cover. • Heated seats. Heated seats and seat covers are a blessing during the harsh winter months. Nothing chases the cold from your bones better than being wrapped in warmth as soon as

you hit the road. Take it a step further with heated back seats to pamper your passengers. • Remote car starter. Tired of shivering through the first half of your commute? With a remote car starter, you can stay comfortably inside your home while your car heats up. Some models even come with a programmable timer to keep your car’s idle time — and exhaust fumes — to a minimum. • Portable car warmer. This is the perfect solution if your car’s heater is erratic at the best of times and you don’t have the budget to fix it. With an automatic heating unit, you’ll finally be in control of the temperature inside your vehicle. And if you’re still looking for an affordable way to stay warm this winter, why not purchase a heated travel mug? It’s a great way to enjoy a hot chocolate or coffee on the go.

Ten simple steps to get your car ready for winter The days are getting shorter and it’s time to start thinking about getting your car or truck winter-ready. The last thing you want is to be left in the cold while out on the roads. Here are ten easy ways to keep your vehicle running smoothly all winter. 1. Install your winter tires and have their pressure checked (don’t forget the spare!) 2. Change oil and replace any dirty filters 3. Fill the radiator with a 50/50 blend of antifreeze and water 4. Make sure your windshield wiper blades are in good condition 5. Fill up on winter-formula washer fluid and keep a spare jug in

PRE-WINTER INSPECTION

Having your car inspected by a specialist is a great way to make sure its vital components — like the brakes, sparkplugs, suspension and transmission — are in good working order. A professional will also be able to spot any minor problems and fix them before they require major and costly repairs.

your trunk 6. Make sure the heater and defroster are working properly 7. Inspect your vehicle’s headlights, tail lights and turn signals 8. Check the battery for any signs of buildup 9. Lubricate the locks and buy a lock de-icer 10. Put together an emergency kit (include a shovel, warm clothing, non-perishable food, a first aid kit, flares, tire chains, etc.) and store it in the trunk And there you have it: your car or truck is now ready for winter. All that’s left to do before you hit the frozen road is to clear the snow off your vehicle!

Is parking indoors during the winter a good idea? UPSIDES You’ll be protecting your vehicle from the harsh winter elements — which means less snow brushing and ice scraping for you, and less wear for your paint job. A garage also keeps the oil in your car warmer and less viscous, allowing it to lubricate the engine much faster. POTENTIAL DOWNSIDES Humidity is the biggest problem you’ll face if you store your car in the garage this winter. Letting the ambient temperature melt the snow, ice

and slush off of your car is extremely convenient, but it also produces a lot of moisture. Humidity and cars don’t mix. Combined with warm temperatures and salt residue, it speeds up oxidization, which can cause your car to rust. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to prevent this from happening. Avoid sharp temperature variations, which cause condensation, by keeping the temperature in your garage around five degrees. Proper ventilation will allow your car to dry off faster, thereby lowering

the humidity level in your garage. And you can always have your car rustproofed prior to the winter season as an added precaution. Finally, if you do decide to park your car in the garage during the winter, try to keep the gas tank as full as possible. This will help reduce condensation, which, combined with the drastic change in temperature outside, could cause any moisture in your fuel line to freeze.

Keep safe this winter. Since weather is unpredictable, plan ahead to make your trip as safe as possible. Check roads and weather before your trip at drivebc.ca Remember that from October 1 to March 31, drivers are required to use winter tires on many highways in B.C. Winter tires have been defined as those labelled with either the mountain/ snowflake symbol or the mud and snow (M+S) designation. Signs are posted on each of the designated highways to advise motorists where winter tires are required so please keep an eye out for them.

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Choosing the right winter tires As the seasons change, so do your tire needs. When the cold starts to set in, switching to winter tires will im prove your vehicle’s traction, stability and braking power on snow-covered or icy roads. However, not all winter tires are the same. Here are a few things to consider before purchasing a new set.

Finally, your ideal tires will depend on the type and size of the vehicle you drive. Of course, certain factors — like towing a trailer — can change your current needs. And don’t forget, you can always visit a tire retailer or specialist should you have any questions or if you need advice from the experts.

1. Mileage. There’s no point in buying high-end tires if you plan on staying in when the weather turns bad. However, more sophisticated models are a worthwhile investment if you plan on doing a lot of driving during the winter.

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Minnie and the Mob cabaret debuts this month by SHARON STEARNS

MCBRIDE Fri & Sat Oct 21 & 22 Gigglin’ Grizzly Pub VALEMOUNT Fri & Sat Oct 28 & 29 Best Western Plus DUNSTER Sun. Oct. 30 Dunster Schoolhouse Doors open at 7pm, 7:30 Showtime Tickets $20 At Robson Valley Essentials, Infinity Office & Health and at the door

It’s 1928, and Minnie Devine’s club in River Town is hopping with fine acts, fine liquor and fine food. All is well until she has to face the Mob and her shady Chicago past. How did she end up in River Town? Was she betrayed by love? By art? By crime? Find out as we take you on a journey that includes train wrecks, bootleg whiskey, two-bit gangsters, genderbending guys and dolls, evangelistic hit men, and love in ruins, all set to the hot music and dance of the “Roaring Twenties!” You’ll see many of our

well-known local actors and musicians in Wishbone’s cabaret this year – Bob Thompson, Monica Zieper, Bridget Uhl, Sharon Stearns, Miwa Hiroe, Kerry McNaughton, Sarah McCrea, and Ellise Bressette, as well as some talented new faces – Taylor Martin, Jasmine Hoetjes, Aurora Uhl, Jude Bastien and Isis Hiroe. Come on out and enjoy an evening of hot cabaret entertainment with Wishbone Theatre. Come check out the show: In McBride at The Gigglin’ Grizzly Pub – Downstairs Banquet Room on Friday October 21 – Saturday October 22

In Valemount at The Best Western Plus – Upstairs Banquet Room on Friday October 28 – Saturday October 29 In Dunster at The Dunster School House – on Sunday October 30 Doors to all shows open at 7:00 p.m. Showtime is at 7:30 Serving “Hootch” & hors-d’oeuvres Tickets are $20.00 and are available at Home Hardware Essentials in McBride, Infinity Office and Health in Valemount, The Dunster Store, and at the door. The production is sponsored by the Robson Valley Arts and Cultural Council

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Gardening with Pete Closing the circle

Every year in the fall, I take stock to see how I am coming along with “closing the circle.” Let me explain. Many years ago, I became aware that I had grown enough potatoes that year to “close the circle” for the entire year and not have to buy any until next year’s crop was harvested. Since that time, I have been trying to “close the circle” on as much of my food supply as possible. I realize that I cannot grow my year’s supply of peaches or pears in this area (yet!) but try to get my food supply by using the following methods. The ideal is to get everything from as close to the top of the list as I can. The further down the list I go, the less happy

I am with my progress to achieve my goal. 1. Grow and store by canning, drying, rootcellaring or freezing all my own food. (A dream to aim for!) 2. Trade with my neighbours for any food I was not able to grow this year. 3. Buy in bulk healthy, whole, home grown food from local growers. 4. Buy in bulk healthy, whole food from within this region. 5. Buy in bulk healthy, whole food from within British Columbia. 6. Buy in bulk healthy, whole food from other places in Canada. 7. Buy in bulk healthy, whole food from North

America. 8. Buy in bulk healthy, whole food from overseas. 9. Buy in bulk sprayed and treated food from anywhere. 10. Buy in small quantities, sprayed, treated, processed foods, laced with additives, that have had most of the nutrients removed and are wrapped in multiple layers of plastic and cardboard. I am realistic enough to realize that I have not and probably will never get to the point where all my food comes from the top or even the top three on the list. However, over the years, I see a slow movement towards the top of the list and I am happy with that!

One of the things that has helped so much with this process is discovering how to diversify the ways I store my food. Some goes in the root-cellar, some in the cold area of the basement, some hung in the warm loft, some is dried, some is canned in reusable jars and some is frozen. I try to store as much as possible in its raw natural state. Root crops, cabbage, apples, etc. go into the root cellar to be used throughout the winter. Garlic, onions, winter squash, etc are stored in a warm, dry spot. Herbs, peppers, etc are hung to dry in a warm dry spot. Tomatoes, pears, apples, apricots, plums are sliced and dried in the food

Pete has lived, worked & gardened in the Dunster area for 35 years. He tries to deal with the “down to earth nuts and bolts of organic gardening” in his columns.

dehydrator for snacks and other uses during the year. Tomatoes can be blended and frozen for use in sauces and casseroles. The secret is to have many ways of “putting foods by” when they are in season. The closer I get to the top of the list with each item on my dinner plate, the happier I am! Some nights, when I sit down to dinner, a feeling of contentment washes over me when I realize that everything on the plate is home-grown

except a bit of olive oil, vinegar and a dash of salt. With the climate change we are seeing lately, I may be growing my own olives for olive oil in a few years. Just today, I harvested my first two gallon pail of grapes that are fully ripe and ready to make juice or wine and I am patiently waiting to see if the jar of apple juice that is sitting on the shelf will really turn into apple cider vinegar in a month or so! Now, off to the hills to find a salt mine!

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UPCOMING EVENTS Valemount

Wed Oct 12 and Thurs Oct 13 Community Gaming Grant Workshop. Cost: FREE Contact the Valemount Learning Centre. Sat. Oct 22nd Robson Valley Spay and Neuter Society Fundraiser “Spayghetti” Dinner@ 6pm Tete Jaune Community Hall Adults $20, Kids 12 and under $10 Vegetarian and gluten-free options available Tickets available at the door. For more info call 250-5663174 or 3177 Tues. Oct 25 7:30pm The Lovelocks are a female roots country duo. Their sound is commonly described as a mixture of The Dixie Chicks go Lumineering with a Mumford & Sons-ian alt-country, roots-inspired approach filled with authentic, ‘roots-country’ sound with lots of acoustic instrumentation, including

the fiddle, banjo, mandolin, and dobro. Valemount Community Theatre Tickets @ Infinity Adults $30 Senior/ Student $25 at the door $35 October 29 (9:00 to 4:30), November 7 and 9 (5:00 to 8:30) Registrations now open for The Vital Connection video discussion workshops, supporting healthy childhood attachment. Valemount Seniors Lodge. Just $25, meals included. Some financial assistance available. Registrations: Valemount Public Library.

McBride

Sat. Oct 15th, Horsemanship presentation by Tom Ryan. Tom and Friends “Introducing a Young Horse to Obstacles” at the Gigglin’ Grizzly Neighbourhood Pub 4:00 pm. A special dinner will be offered at the pub following the presentation.

Fri. Oct. 28 & Sat. Oct. 29 7pm Minnie & The Mob - A Lawless Cabaret. It’s 1928 and Minnie Devine’s club in River Town is hopping with fine acts, fine liquor and fine food. All is well until she has to face the Mob and her shady Chicago past. Show at The Best Western Plus - upstairs banquet room. Tickets ($20) at Infinity Office & Health and the door.

Tuesdays Oct 18, 25, & Nov 1, 8, 15, 22. Living Free shows you how bad habits and addictions develop, and gives you practical guidelines on how to overcome addictions, create a positive mental, spiritual, and physical environment, and change your life ý for good! McBride Secondary School 6:30 pm. Contact Phyllis Krueger at 250968-4493 for more information, or to arrange transportation. $20 per family. Sponsorships available. No pre-registration required.

Nov.10-13 Community Book Fair

Thurs. Oct. 27th, Two Piano Tor-

ONGOING EVENTS

Sunday

Worship @ 11:00am. Ph: 250 566 9990.

Monthly Walking Group the 3rd Sunday of every month at 3:00pm. Our first meeting place will be at the Village Park in McBride. The next dates to meet and walk are July 17th, August 21st, and Sept 18th

Mountain Chapel 299 Main street McBride Phone: 250-5693350

Choir practice in McBride, 2pm; Mountain Chapel on Main St. All ages welcome. Questions? contact Barb (569-8882, ringnut@telus.net).

Evangelical Free Church, McBride Worship @ 10:30 am. Ph: 569-2378

Want to learn how to knit? Already know how and want to get together to socialize? Willing to share your knowledge? The Valemount Public Library is offering space and supplies (if needed) Sunday afternoons from 2-4pm. Yoga in McBride with Martina Wall. 10:30-11:30am, 411 Main Street. Anglican United Church Valemount 7th Ave and Cedar Street - Sunday 10am. Anglican United Church McBride, 441 Dominion Street Sunday @10:00am. Christian Science Services Dunster Sunday Worship @ 10:00am. Phone: 250-968-4349 Valemount Community Church Evangelical Free Church of Canada Sunday 5pm ph. 250-566-0070 970 Main St (Valemount Legion) Good Shepherd Catholic Church 3rd Ave and Elm Street Valemount. Sunday Mass @ 6pm Phone: 250-566-4662 New Life Sanctuary 1247-1st Avenue Valemount Worship @ 11:00am Valley Christian Fellowship 1080 Main Street Valemount

St Patrick’s Catholic Church 197 Dominion street, McBride Phone: 250-569-2606

Open mic coffe house at the Valemount Legion 2–4 pm. Show your roots or just enjoy.

Monday Every Monday from 11am-1pm resume and Cover Letter Workshop, free, at the Valemount Learning Centre. Helping you create your best resume yet! Call 250-566-4601 for more info. Every Monday 7:00-9:00pm Knitting @ Sandy Bernie’s House 835 Bridge Road, McBride. Yoga in McBride with Jeanette Chiupka. Monday 5-6pm, 411 Main Street.

Tuesday RVSS Adult Literacy group Games Day. Join us for games, refreshments and some laughs. 1:00 - 3:00 in the afternoon. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. 18+ Hatha Yoga at the Valemount Community Hall. 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Dropin $10. For more info call Brigitta = 566-9196 Ready, Set, Learn- pre-literacy program for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. Until June 2, 10:30-11:30 am, McBride Elementary. Call the school at 250569-2721 to register or for info.

Yoga in McBride with Martina Wall, 5:30 - 6: 30pm, 411 Main Street. Gentle Seniors’ Exercise, 1011am, upstairs, Golden Years Lodge, Valemount. Call Diane on 250 566 4297 for more info. Music Jam. Tuesdays 7:00pm @ the McBride Library Annex. Want to learn new music? Tired of playing alone? Come out for bluegrass, folk, country, rock. Phone: Dave Marchant at 250569-2569. Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) group meet @ the McBride Health Unit. 1126 5th Avenue 6:30pm. Council Meetings- Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7:00pm in Valemount, and McBride. The Valemount Childrens’ Activity Society holds board meetings on the 1st Tuesday of every month at the centre. Tete Jaune Community Club monthly meetings at 7 pm on the first Tuesday of the month at the T-Jaune Community Hall Adventist Community Services meets 1:00-3:00pm and 7:008:00pm @ the Seventh Day Adventist Church 1075 Lamming Pit Rd, McBride. Anglican United Church Women’s Group Thrift Shop open 1:00-3:00pm Every Tuesday & Friday @ church hall, 459 Dominion St, McBride. Toastmasters 7:00-9:00pm (1st and 3rd Tuesday) at Golden Years Lodge upstairs in the lounge. Call 250-566-4179

Wednesday

Pickleball at the McBride High school, starting September 14 from 7-9pm. We will play every Wednesday that the school

nado, professional musicians are coming! Vintage ragtime, blues and jazz. They will perform in McBride’s Roundhouse Theatre. Local musicians, Laurel Berg and Carol Mazereeuw open the performance. $20 at the door. Fri. Oct. 21 & Sat. Oct. 22 7pm Minnie & The Mob - A Lawless Cabaret. It’s 1928 and Minnie Devine’s club in River Town is hopping with fine acts, fine liquor and fine food. All is well until she has to face the Mob and her shady Chicago past. Show at The Gigglin’ Grizzly Pub downstairs banquet room. Tickets ($20) at Home Hardware Essentials and the door.

has to face the Mob and her shady Chicago past. Show at the Dunster Schoolhouse Tickets ($20). Doors open 7pm. Serving Hootch and Hors’d-oeuvres. Tickets $20 at the Dunster Store and at the door.

Tete Jaune Sat. Oct. 29th Mindful Doodling Course at the Tete Jaune Community Center 10:00am-4:00pm $15.00 call 250-566-9894 to register.

Dunster Sun. Oct 30th - Minnie & The Mob - A Lawless Cabaret. It’s 1928 and Minnie Devine’s club in River Town is hopping with fine acts, fine liquor and fine food. All is well until she

is open. Age range is High School students to adults. All equipment is provided. Bring runners and come try it out. For information call Sharron at 250569-2583. RVSS Family Place Playgroup. For parents, caregivers and children from birth to 6 years old. Activities to help your child develop skills and a chance to connect with others. 10-11 RVSS Valley Girls. For ages 12 and up. 3:00 - 4:30 in the afternoon. Share time with other girls, enjoy activities, be heard and make a difference. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. The Valley Piecemakers meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Home Economics room of McBride Secondary 1300 2nd Ave at 7pm. Always welcoming new members. For more info contact Barb Brabant 250-569-0068 Free, one-on-one computer tutoring 4:00 pm Valemount Public Library Phone: 250-5664367 to book a session. Wednesdays at 11am Storytime for under 6 year olds Valemount Public Library Valemount Seniors’ Music Night, 7:00pm Wednesday at the Valemount Golden Years Lodge. Yoga in McBride with Jeanette Chiupka. Wed. 5-6pm, 411 Main Street.

month, @ the Evangelical Free Church Hall. Bingo at McBride Legion Hall, every 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday of the month. 6:30 Early Bird starts.

Thursday The Valemount Scribblers creative writing group for all levels of writers. Most Thursdays 6:45pm-8pm. Like to write? Join us! 566-9121 Saddle & Wagon Club meetings every 3rd Thurs. at 5pm. Contact 566-1779. Yoga in McBride with Donalda Beeson, Thursday 5:15-6:15pm and 6:30-7:30pm, 411 Main Street. Monthly Meeting of the Dunster Fine Arts School Society will be held on the last Thursday of each month, 7:00pm @ the school. All welcome! Fibre Arts Group, 10am in the McBride Library annex.(previously met at Odds & Ends) Bring your knitting, crochet or needlework project and come hang out! The OAPO Stitch and Knit will be meeting @ the Beaverview Lodge, McBride from 2:004:00pm. Seniors Bingo @ the Beaverview Lodge, McBride 6:30pm.

Prayer meeting 7pm at the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1075 Lamming Pit Road, McBride. Ph: 250-569-3370.

Valemount Ladies walking group meet at 1pm @ the Anglican/United Church parking lot.

Mini Game Zone at McBride Library 3pm. Minecraft, WiiU & board games. Ages 6-12.

Cribbage and other games: Everyone Welcome; @ the Valemount Golden Years Lodge lower level 1:00-4:00pm.

McBride and District Chamber of Commerce meets at 6:30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of each

Unity in Community, Thurs at 7:30pm, McBride Health Centre. 250-569-2586

Tell us what’s happening and we’ll let everybody know!

Drop-in basketball for yrs 12 and up at McBride High School, Thurs 7-8pm. Free. Christine 250-569-0090

Friday RVSS Adult Literacy Craft Club. A new quick, easy and fun craft each week. Come on in 1:00 3:00 in the afternoon. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. 18+ McBride Parent-Child Group. Meeting Fridays 10:00am @ 521 Main St. Open to all caregivers and their kids. Drop by for play time and to meet with other families! Please bring water bottle for your child. Info: 569-2411 Game Zone. Fridays at 7pm, McBride Library. Board games, WiiU & more! Ages 13+ Legion Branch #266, Valemount. 5:30-9:00 pm - Dinner and live music. Free One-on-One Computer Tutoring Fridays 11:00am and 1:00pm @ the Valemount Public Library. Phone: 250-566-4367 AA meetings every Friday 8:00pm @ the Valemount Catholic Church. Free. All welcome. Phone: 250-566-1139

Saturday 8:00am Prayer community 9:30am Bible study/Sabbath school 11:00am Worship service @ Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1075 Lamming Pit Road, McBride. Phone: 250569-3370.

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B.C. Gov celebrates women in politics

by EVAN MATTHEWS

The Liberal B.C. Government is honouring its women in politics over the years. Last week, a special ceremony at the B.C. Legislature, the government unveiled an exhibition,

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You’ll probably have to do some overtime at work. Even if your schedule does not please your loved ones, you’ll appreciate the generous supplement on your next payday.

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You may succeed in making a living from your art. Some major changes allow you to take a new path in life. Where your love life is concerned, you’ll embark on a project that will cement your relationship.

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It’s important to have a more active social life if you want to stay close to your friends. The idea of moving crosses your mind, if only to have a change.

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You’ll feel proud of yourself even if a project takes up more of your time than expected. You feel a sense of accomplishment by finishing something you always procrastinated on.

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