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B.C. cosmetic pesticides ban rejected by committee

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Painting courage at BSS Barriere Secondary grade 12 student Dawn Eustache stands proudly in front of the impressive mural of a First Nation warrior that she has drawn and painted onto the concession wall inside the school. Graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2012 take place this Friday, May 25, inside the Barriere Curling Rink, 6 p.m.

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VICTORIA – Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett has tabled the all-party Special Committee on Cosmetic Pesticides report after a nearly year-long consultation and engagement process to examine and make recommendations about the use and sale of pesticides, including those used solely for cosmetic purposes.

In releasing its report, the Committee made 17 recommendations including restricting the sale and use of Commercial-class pesticides, enhancing the enforcement of existing regulations, strengthening public education, and training related to the use of pesticides.

Recommendations were also directed towards retail regulations, the golf industry, and the safe disposal of unwanted pesticides.

“In making our conclusions and recommendations, we received thousands of submissions from British Columbians and our committee was briefed by stakeholders, environmental groups and experts, including scientists from Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency,” said Bennett. “Based on the evidence that was presented to us, the Committee agreed that further restrictions over the sale and use of pesticides in B.C. are warranted – and this is reflected in our 17 recommendations.”

After listening to presentations from subject experts and studying the evidence presented, a majority of the Committee concluded that there is currently insufficient scientific evidence to warrant a province-wide ban on the cosmetic use of pesticides.

“The majority of the Committee concluded that we could not justify second guessing the 350 scientists who work at Health Canada,” said Bennett. “There simply is not enough evidence that justifies an outright ban on cosmetic pesticide use. We are not prepared to tell homeowners that they cannot purchase federallyapproved Domestic-class pesticides or hire a qualified contractor to apply these federally-approved weed and bug control products to their lawn.”

The Committee was first appointed in June 2011 and was given the task of examining the scope of a possible ban on the sale and use of cosmetic pesticides.

In seeking input from British Columbians, environmental organizations, regulators and industry organizations, the Committee received initial briefings from Health Canada and the BC Ministries of Environment, Agriculture and Forestry, listened to presentations from 27 invited stakeholders, and hosted a two-month long e-consultation process.

More than 8,600 individuals and groups participated in the e-consultation process, resulting in the most submissions a B.C. parliamentary committee has ever received. These included responses through an online ...continued on page 7

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Restrictions on open PST return to let business pay online burning now in effect

By Tom Fletcher, Black Press

Open burning restrictions are now in effect in most of the Kamloops Fire Centre to help prevent humancaused wildfires and protect the public.

Since April 1, Kamloops Fire Centre crews have responded to wildfire incidents covering approximately 300 hectares. Many of these wildfires resulted from poorly planned open burning.

Current restrictions came into effect on May 15, and will remain in effect until Oct. 15, 2012. Prohibition applies to all areas of the Kamloops Fire Centre except the Clearwater and Salmon Arm fire zones.

A map of the affected areas is available online at: http://bcwildf ire.ca/ftp/!Project/Wildf ireNews/ KFCMay15.pdf The Clearwater and Salmon Arm fire zones will become subject to this prohibition on June 15, when all open burning will be prohibited throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre.

Specifically, prohibited activities include: * The burning of any waste, slash or other materials (piled or unpiled) at a size larger than a half-metre by a half-metre in size. * The burning of more than two open f ires of any size at

the same time. * Stubble or grass fires of any size over any area. * The use of fireworks or burning barrels of any size or description.

This prohibition does not ban campfires that are a half-metre high by a half-metre wide (or smaller) and does not apply to cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes.

This prohibition covers all BC Parks, Crown lands and private lands, but it does not apply within the boundaries of a local government that has forest fire prevention bylaws in place and is serviced by a fire department. Before lighting any fire, residents should check with local civic authorities regarding any current prohibitions.

The Kamloops Fire Centre stretches from the northern border of Wells Gray Park near Blue River to the U.S. border to the south, and from the Bridge River Glacier west of Gold Bridge to the Monashee Mountains east of Lumby.

Anyone found in contravention of an open fire prohibition may be issued a ticket for $345 or, if convicted in court, be fined up to $100,000 and sentenced to one year in jail. If the contravention causes or contributes to a wildfire, the person may be subject to a penalty of up to $10,000 and be ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs.

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Finance Minister Kevin Falcon says the new version of the PST will be cheaper for government to administer, but will collect less revenue for the province when it takes effect next spring.

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“I think they could have done it faster and they should have done it faster,” Ralston said.

The government expects to save about $9 million a year in administration costs by using a new online registration and payment system for business, which B.C. expects to administer with about 100 fewer staff. Businesses will have to set up their computers to comply, with software expected to cost them about $1,000.

Low-income families will give up a $230-per-person rebate that was introduced to offset the higher costs of HST to consumers, including children. As of April 2013, the

PST rebate will resume, paying $75 per single adult with an income of $15,000 or less, and $75 per parent for families with an income of $18,000 or less.

Falcon noted an independent panel found the end of the HST will mean $520 million less revenue the the B.C. treasury next year, $645 million less the following year and increasing lost revenue after that.

“Clearly, any government in the future is going to have less revenue available to it, there’s no doubt about that,” Falcon said. “And obviously, we’re going to have to manage the challenge of bringing back a tax that is less efficient and conducive to economic development.”

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The B.C. government has tabled its long-awaited legislation to kill the harmonized sales tax and return to the old provincial sales tax, with some modernization to make it easier for small businesses to administer and pay the tax.

Finance Minister Kevin Falcon said last Monday the PST will return as scheduled in April 2013, with exemptions for haircuts, restaurant meals, bicycles, movie tickets, gym memberships and all the other rules it had before.

Falcon said the only sales tax breaks that won’t return are temporary exemptions that would have expired by now, including energyconserving windows and appliances, and fuel-efficient cars.

Tax changes that were made along with the HST will be maintained. That includes a 12-per-cent provincial tax on privately sold used cars, making the tax equal to that paid at a car dealership. Provincial tobacco taxes were increased seven per cent when the HST came in, and that tax will continue. Liquor taxes will also be adjusted to keep retail prices the same as they are now.

NDP finance critic Bruce Ralston said the legislation tabled Monday is relatively simple, with regulations listing the many rules and exemptions still to come this fall so businesses

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Province boosting natural gas for trucks With low natural gas prices and abundant supply, the B.C. government is ramping up efforts to promote transport truck conversion to natural gas.

Energy Minister Rich Coleman announced a regulation change Tuesday that allows natural gas utilities to offer incentives to vehicle fleet operators for switching from diesel.

FortisBC, the province’s largest gas supplier, can spend up to $62 million on incentives to refit vehicles and ships and another $30.5 million on natural gas filling stations.

FortisBC vice president Doug Stout said the company sees the subsidy as a good invest-

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ment to get beyond “early adopters” such as Vedder Transport, which has converted its Abbotsford-based fleet of milk trucks to LNG. FortisBC set up an LNG filling station in the company’s yard.

“The goal is to build for other fleets, spread them out so they’ll be able to go from

Vancouver to Prince George to Calgary to Edmonton,” Stout said.

“That’s the vision.”

The B.C. government is also offering a separate discount of up to $2,500 off the purchase price of qualifying compressed natural gas vehicles.

“We think there’s a huge opportunity here,” Coleman said.

Environment Minister Terry Lake said an LNG vehicle produces 20 to 30 per cent less greenhouse gas than conventional fuels.

“We don’t have the low-hanging fruit like coal-fired plants to shut down, like other provinces do,” Lake said.

“So the transportation

sector is a big area where we can make some gains.”

Chilliwack-based Westport Innovations sells engine conversions and natural gas filling stations around the world. Bill Larkin, Westport’s chief financial officer, said the incentives are important now because customers are still not convinced of the fuel savings.

“We’re building the new Port Mann Bridge and the South Fraser Perimeter Road to move more goods,” Larkin said. “If we can get more trucks on LNG and CNG, it reduces the cost of moving goods, reduces emissions and makes our economy more competitive.”

New B.C. regulations crack down on metal theft North Thompson Star/Journal New regulations will soon come into effect to help reduce thefts of copper wire and other high-value metals, says Shirley Bond, Minister of Justice and Attorney General.

The regulations follow the B.C. government’s approval of Canada’s first provincial metal theft law in November 2011.

Under the new regulations that will come into effect July 23, British Columbians trying to sell metals often targeted by thieves will need to present identification to the scrap purchaser, who will in turn share purchase details daily with police.

As well, purchasers who fail to register with the Province and fulfil record-keeping and sharing requirements under the new law will risk fines of up to $100,000, as well as up to six months’ imprisonment.

The new regulations are the result of extensive consultations with utilities, municipalities and scrap metal dealers. They are designed to respond to the significant number of thefts that

continue to incur tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage to utility and municipal assets across B.C., including copper telephone wire, manhole covers and sign posts. The Province has also worked with municipalities to ensure the law and regulations complement existing bylaws in a dozen B.C. communities.

The July 23 implementation date will allow time to educate metal dealers, recyclers and their customers, and to ensure those who must register have time to do so.

An estimated 60 to 70 dealers and recyclers will be affected.

The law aims to greatly limit the resale market for stolen assets, through a strong regulatory regime backed by significant fines for non-compliance, and to ensure metal thieves are identified and prosecuted, through mandatory, strategic collaboration between regulated metal dealers and police.

The Province has also worked with the recycling industry to minimize associated regulatory costs and protect the personal information of those who sell metal to scrap dealers.

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Beginning on Sept. 1., the three Pattison-owned Western Canadian stations — including CKPG in Prince George and CHAT in Medicine Hat, Alta. — will air 90 per cent Citytv programming, but will continue to air their own local newscasts at noon and at dinner-time.

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OPINION Editorial;

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Premier bitten by pest problem VICTORIA – Premier Christy Clark has a new political problem buzzing around her office.

A year ago, the newly appointed premier was looking to change the channel for an unpopular government grappling with the fallout of the harmonized sales tax.

Newly appointed NDP leader Adrian Dix was touting an idea that is all the rage with urban folks, a ban on “cosmetic pesticides.” All the better B.C. communities already have one, starting with Clark’s old stomping ground of Port Moody in 2003.

So she figured she’d better run to the front of this parade, swipe a popular policy from the opposition and do something to redefine the B.C. Liberal Party after the tax-cutting, regulation-repealing decade of Gordon Campbell. But first an all-party committee would hold hearings around the province, chaired by Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett.

Bennett presented the committee’s report last week, and one could see what was coming. Bennett is the rifle-toting outdoorsman who recently called on his government to abandon the carbon tax, saying it’s silly to keep pretending B.C. can change the world’s climate. He was recently appointed by Clark to co-chair the B.C. Liberal Party policy committee for next year’s election, a strong signal of the party’s rightward shift in response to the B.C. Conservative threat. Bennett concluded after 10 months of hearings that the public aversion to common lawn and garden herbicides is based on “chemophobia” that flourishes due to scientific illiteracy. That statement is both politically dangerous and absolutely correct.

I first covered this issue in the Okanagan 25 years ago, when environmentalists fought the use of Roundup by the forests ministry to knock down brush and promote new trees. The evidence boils down to this: these complex organic compounds break down in a short period to simpler, common components that pose no threat.

Thus, with buffer zones around watercourses and temporary entry restrictions, they are safe.

Unfortunately, most people know little or nothing about chemistry and refuse to believe this. It’s part of the scientific nonsense trend that has grown in B.C. society for decades.

We have parents turning their backs on routine immunization because of superstitions about vaccines. We have people panicked about imaginary health effects of smart meters, egged on by shoddy, sensationalist media reporting.

The parallels between local government responses to smart meter hysteria and this scientifically ignorant push against “pesticides” is telling. As Bennett put it, when someone becomes convinced her child is at risk, “that mum is pretty darn compelling when she goes to council.” Few have the courage to stand up to that.

The committee sought advice from Health Canada, whose scientists approve conditions of use for chemicals. Health Canada representative Lindsay Hansen said B.C. was the first province to ask for its advice, despite the fact that most provinces have imposed bans. These bans are political, not public safety measures, University of Guelph toxicologist Keith Solomon told MLAs. The committee also learned that “cosmetic” use accounts for only five per cent of pesticide use. Most of it is in agriculture, forestry and commercial pest control, with no ban proposed.

MLAs in farming areas signalled their concern over the effect of this urban gesture politics. Backyard fruit trees go unsprayed and pests spread to orchards and fields. We have large areas of agricultural land reserve, but 85 per cent of the people who live in those areas don’t farm.

The NDP is content to fan public fear and ignore evidence, as with smart meters and oil pipelines. The premier has a choice here. She can do the popular thing, or the right thing. ~ Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Resident disappointed in recent charrette on Barriere wastewater treatment plant To the editor; When I looked again through the May 7 issue of the North Thompson Star/ Journal, I found a notice by the District of Barriere inviting the public to a charrette regarding the wastewater treatment plant; which I was already aware that the Federal Government is paying through a grant, for all the installation.

Therefore, I went

after supper to learn a few more things about this very new, exciting, cutting edge proposal for our community.

If this was the charrette, I found it very confusing, with so many questions and answers ranging all over the topic to make all of it very hard to follow and understand.

I suppose that I expected the char-

rette to consist of several round tables narrowed down to a variety of specif ic topics such as, sewer collection, design of the building inside and out, the technical components and how ever ything would work together.

The last table I thought might have been to speculate on where this plant with all its workings might be located to serve

the Barriere core.

The plant itself will be the largest structure and project undertaken by the municipality so far.

I imagine that we, as residents, want to be involved in planning the development of the Barriere core to make it a pleasant environment for every one in Barriere.

Otto Kohnert Barriere, B.C.

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Questioning where McLeod stands on the environment?

To the editor; This week MP Cathy McLeod voted in favour of a 400 page budget bill that amends over 70 different acts and devotes an astonishing 150 pages to weakening laws to protect our environment.

The Conservatives claim that this “streamlining” of environmental legislation is so important that it has to be passed right away.

So why didn’t we hear about it until now? Why didn’t they campaign on it in the last election?

And why are the Conservatives ramming all these changes through Parliament and refusing to break up the mammoth bill so that all its parts can be properly studied?

The Conservatives are trying to avoid public scrutiny by cramming major environmental changes into a sweeping “kitchen sink” bill. They want

to eliminate federal environmental assessments for all but a few projects and do less comprehensive reviews where they still occur.

They want to eliminate protection for fish habitat, despite the fact that you don’t have fish without a habitat!

All of this comes on top of announcements of 900 positions to be cut at Environment Canada.

Mrs. McLeod and the Conservatives didn’t campaign on gutting environmental regulations, yet they are trying to pass them under the radar. Mrs. McLeod needs to come clean to her constituents about her hidden agenda of environmental destruction.

Yours sincerely, Kirsty Duncan, MP Liberal Critic for the Environment

Due diligence needed regarding Canada’s natural resources and the environment says MP To the editor; In the coming weeks the federal Standing Committee on Finance will be studying Bill C-38, legislation to implement the Government of Canada’s Budget 2012.

This whole-of-government budget will impact different departments and pieces of existing legislation. Some of the most prominent changes included are to environmental and resource development regulation.

It is hard to overstate the importance of the natural resource sector to our economy. In 2010 there were over 760,000 workers in this sector, and in the next decade there are over $500 billion in new projects set to come online.

Natural resource projects represent a major long-term boost to the Canadian economy, not to mention an important source of tax revenue that will allow governments to pay for the health care, education and social programs that Canadians enjoy.

At the same time, a truly viable economy must go hand-in-hand with strong environmental protection, which is why Budget 2012 includes the “Responsible Resource

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Cathy McLeod Development” strategy.

This plan will allow Canada to reap the benefits of rising demand for our abundant natural resources, while ensuring resource development is environmentally sustainable.

The strategy both streamlines and strengthens environmental regulation by, for example, changing our fisheries protection regime that needlessly subjects a drainage ditch next to a farmer’s field to the same regulatory requirements as a river or lake. It will improve pipeline safety by enabling the National Energy Board to increase the number of inspections for pipelines by 50 percent and double the number of annual comprehensive audits to identify safety issues before they occur.

It will also further strengthen Canada’s tanker safety regime, ensuring appropriate legislative and

regulatory frameworks related to oil spills and emergency preparedness and response.

Due diligence is being done on this bill, as it will be extensively studied by the Finance Committee as well as a special subcommittee with members drawn from a number of relevant Parliamentary committees (Environment, Natural Resources, etc.). Our government wants to make sure that we have a bill that truly achieves the objective of paving the way for a prosperous and secure future for Canadians.

As a member of the Finance Committee I recently travelled to Washington, D.C., where my colleagues and I were briefed by U.S. officials on the economic situation in the United States and the European Union.

We came away from these meetings with a strengthened sense that Canada needs a longterm plan to ensure prosperity for our nation in years to come; that is exactly what we are working to achieve with this legislation.

MP Cathy McLeod Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo

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Investors back in town Economic Development Officer contractor, Andrew Hayward, held a welcome meet and greet luncheon at his new office in the Barriere Industrial Park, May 9; introducing four Chinese investors to dignitaries and pertinent stakeholders in the community. Attendees included; Mayor Humphreys and District of Barriere representatives, Simpcw First Nation Chief Rita Matthew and Band representatives, Woodco and Gilbert Smith Forest Products representatives, as well as Barriere Chamber of Commerce and North Thompson Fall Fair. Hayward then escorted the Chinese visitors on a tour of Woodco and Gilbert Smith Forest Products.

Pictured above are: (l to r) EDO Andrew Hayward Mr. Ji, Xiao Ya, son of president of NanTong HuaMei; Mr. Zhang, Tie, president of Canada East International Trading (who was back for his second tour of area investment opportunities); Mayor Bill Humphreys; Mr. Lam, Mason, president of Mason Agency Limited; and Mr. Zhou, Yu Long: vice president of NanTong HuaMei.

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More upgrades for Little Fort Community Hall thanks to TNRD North Thompson Star/Journal

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Numerous gardeners turned out for the annual North Thompson Valley Garden Club’s plant sale on Saturday, May 5, in Barriere. This year the event was held at the Fadear Park oval and Bandshell. The Bandshell was filled with plants and shrubs as well as a large tent setup on the grass. Cashiers did a brisk business, and no one seemed to mind waiting in line to make their purchases, while volunteers helped shoppers carry their plants to waiting vehicles.

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) approved the expenditure of $33,000 last week from the Federal Gas Tax Community Works Fund to go towards plumbing and electrical upgrades at the Little Fort Community Hall.

With the funding, the Little Fort Community Association (LFCA) will upgrade the hall’s lighting fixtures with energy-efficient units and install plumbing fixtures with low-flow and automatic sensor units.

“The money is going to great use as it will make the Community Hall more energy efficient, as well as more functional,” said Bonnie CruzelleMyram, Electoral Area “O” (Lower North Thompson) director.

The Little Fort Community Hall is owned by the TNRD and operated by the LFCA. The upgrades to plumbing and electrical systems at the Little Fort Community Hall come on top of two other major upgrade projects at the facility, both of which were also funded by Federal Gas Tax revenues. The first saw installation of new doors and a hot water tank, heating

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Little Fort Community Hall. system, as well as upgrades to insulation, totalling $79,947. Well and water treatment upgrades were also done at the hall, a project that cost just over $19,000.

To date, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District has approved $2.64 million for 60 projects under the Federal Gas Tax Fund, which provides funding in support of municipal infrastructure that contributes to cleaner air, cleaner water and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

BC Conservative Leader, John Cummins, to visit Community of Barriere preparing North Thompson Valley to become ‘in-Bloom’ participant North Thompson Star/Journal BC Conservative Party leader John Cummins will be making a stop in Clearwater when he passes through the North Thompson Valley this Friday.

Cummins will be speaking at a public Town Hall meeting to be held in the Monroe Room at the Wells Gray Inn on Friday, May 25, beginning at 7 p.m.

Kamloops North Thompson Constituency Association President Ed Fehr said, “We are looking forward to having John make a stop in our Riding. This will a great opportunity for residents to hear more about our common sense approach to government. People are looking for an alternative to the BC Liberals, and this will

be an opportunity for them to find out what we stand for.”

He went on to say, “People need to hear from John, and find out what plans and ideas our party has for the future of British Columbia.”

“I’d like to encourage people to come out, have their questions answered, and from that they can draw their own conclusions as to whether they want to support our party or not,” he concluded.

During this tour of the Interior, Cummins will be making stops in Kelowna, Salmon Arm, Blind Bay, and Vernon, as well as speaking to BC Conservative members at the founding meeting of the Fraser Nicola riding in Cache Creek on Saturday, May 26.

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North Thompson Star/Journal When the District of Barriere announced earlier this year they would be entering the Communities in Bloom competition for 2012, many residents of the town asked, “What’s this all about?” and “What’s so special about it?”

In answer to “What makes ‘in Bloom’ Communities so special?” the BC Communities in Bloom organization has provided the following information.

From remote wilderness areas to bustling tourist havens, Communities in Bloom participants will celebrate their unique geography, history and horticultural assets by participating in this year’s evaluation program.

In mid-July six pairs of BC Communities in Bloom (BC CiB) judges will travel far and wide to meet with citizens who are eager to present their hometown’s best qualities.

First time participants will enhance their community’s liveability through their tidiness efforts, environmental actions, heritage conservation, urban

forestry, landscaped areas and floral displays. And, for the experienced reaching the four and fivebloom mark provides the impetus for further recognition and accomplishments.

Each community will receive an evaluation report that provides a benchmark of success and a bloom rating that is promoted as a symbol of excellence within the province, across Canada and to the rest of the world.

Good luck to all British Columbian ‘in Bloom’ communities participating in the provincial edition and to those competing in the national finals, they are all winners for connecting and engaging their commUnity pride.

We look forward to Celebrating CommUnity Success where bloom ratings and reports will be presented to our provincial participants at the 9th Annual BC Communities in Bloom Awards & Conference event to be hosted by the dynamic City of Kelowna on Sept. 21-23.

National Finalists results will be announced at the 15th edition of the Communities in Bloom National Symposium on Parks & Grounds, hosted by the Edmonton Capital Region, Alberta, on Oct. 11-13.

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Shiny red trucks and good information at BESS display

By Elli Kohnert North Thompson Star/Journal National Emergency Preparedness Week provided an opportunity for Barriere Emergency Support Services (BESS) to present a display in the AG Foods parking lot the afternoon of Friday, May 11.

Members of the BESS set up a kiosk where members of the public could find easy to understand informational displays about dealing with emergency situations, along with information about the many practical items that might be needed during an emergency.

Information pamphlets provided included the Three Steps To Emergency Preparedness - a hands-on practical description of the three steps to take should there be an emergency; 1) Know the Risks, 2)Make a Plan, and 3) Get a Kit. The BESS display provided sound planning information for

area families, which gave them a good start to take action in creating their own plans and emergency kits.

BESS volunteers were also available to talk with members of the public, answer their questions, and explain the equipment and kits on display.

Refreshments were available, and if so inclined visitors could leave a donation to BESS. Also present was Barriere Volunteer Fire Department with three f ire emergency vehicles.

The volunteers f iref ighters showed residents the equipment and explained its use, as well as explaining what is involved when they are called out to attend a fire. The shiny red f ire trucks were quick to catch the interest of the public, and the crew was kept busy interacting with them.

Being prepared for an emergency makes good sense; hopefully you will never have to deal with one, but if you do – be prepared!

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The Barriere Volunteer Fire Department attended an emergency support services display at AG Foods on May 11, bringing with them three fire trucks. (Right) A member of the public browses the large number of pamphlets made available during the event on emergency preparedness.

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Pesticides ban rejected Kamloops This Week

At least he’s a good tipper.

A Kamloops man who robbed the Barriere Esso Station at gunpoint earlier this month gave the frightened clerk a $20 tip, according to court documents.

Jesse Pete pleaded guilty on May 10 to charges of armed robbery and wearing a disguise with intent — less than a week after being arrested by Kamloops Mounties in Rayleigh.

On May 4, the 19-year-old stole his grandfather’s Ford Escort, drove north and — armed with a sawed-off antique shotgun — robbed the North

Prolific offender back in jail A prolific offender is back in police custody after spending a little over four days free from prison. Barriere RCMP received a report of an assault on May 11, from an area residence.

Police were advised that a well known offender had allegedly punched his girlfriend and held a knife to her throat before she managed to get away.

With the assistance of Clearwater RCMP, police located the male

who was arrested without incident. Shane Jeurissen was held in custody, then appeared before a Judge. He was charged with assault causing bodily harm, assault with a weapon, uttering threats and two counts of breaching a probation order. Jeurissen, had only been released from prison on May 7, after serving a four month sentence for breaching his probation. He has had over 115 convictions in less than 27 years.

Thompson Valley gas station of about $1,000.

He was handed a five-year jail term after pleading guilty.

Court documents state Pete, in an interview with police after his arrest, was asked if he thought about the stress the robbery might have caused for the Barriere Esso employee.

“That’s why I slipped him a twenty,” Pete replied.

After the robbery, Pete said, he drove around and counted his money.

He was arrested about three hours after the robbery.

In addition to the five-year jail term, Pete will also be bound by a 10-year firearms prohibition once he’s released from jail.

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“I want to thank the thousands of British Columbians who took the time to make their thoughts known, those who made presentations, and my fellow MLAs who served on our committee. On a personal note, I would like to thank Premier Christy Clark and her cabinet for letting our committee get on with the job of studying this subject and making recommendations unencumbered and on our own volition.”

The Committee was the first all-party parliamentary working group in Canada to investigate the cosmetic use of pesticides and BC is the first province to make such a strong commitment to understanding pesticide regulation and the work and role of Health Canada.

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SD73 Board of Education meets in Barriere

By Margaret Houben North Thompson Star/Journal One of the first orders of business at the School District 73 May 14, Board of Education meeting, held at Barriere Secondary School, was a presentation by students, Connor Booth, Selina Allen, Cora MacLaren and Spencer Pawloff.

The English 10 students read a poem from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which was well received by the trustees.

A fair portion of the meeting was filled with a discussion about Sun Peaks Resort’s proposal for a school to be established in their municipality.

Some of the concerns voiced during the discussion included; that the recommended reports include how it would affect the School District’s already long list of projects; that parent input is received from those living at Sun Peaks; and a comment was made that the small communities grant for schools would not be available for the first year of a new school as the funding is based on the previous year’s enrollment.

The Board approved the fol-

lowing recommendations regarding the proposal: - That the Board direct staff to submit a further report to the Board on the cost of capital improvements, transportation and any other ancillary costs necessary to establish a school district school at Sun Peaks; - That staff consult with the Ministry of Education to determine the level of provincial commitment to the establishment of a school at Sun Peaks; - That the Board direct staff to initiate further discussions with the Municipality of Sun Peaks regarding the structure of the proposed partnership, including any cost sharing arrangements; and - That staff report back to the Board once cost, partnership structure, provincial commitment and any cost sharing arrangements have been determined.

It was noted that after the recommended steps have been taken, then the Board will make their decision in regards to establishing a School District facility at Sun Peaks.

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Trustees attending the School District 73 Board of Education meeting at Barriere Secondary School on May 14, were welcomed to the school by students Connor Booth, Selina Allen, Cora MacLaren and Spencer Pawloff, who read a poem from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

NT Fall Fair members celebrate B.C. Beef Day along with Victoria North Thompson Star/Journal Cuts of B.C. beef weren’t just on the menu at a barbecue outside Victoria’s Parliament Buildings last Wednesday, but also at a potluck supper and meeting of the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association (NTFFRA) in Barriere.

The Province had proclaimed May 16, 2012, the third annual B.C. Beef Day, and the NTFFRA lent their support by enjoying a large barbecued beef roast as the main course of their potluck supper.

B.C. Beef Day is a joint venture with the BC Cattlemen’s Association (BCCA) that commemorates the ongoing partnership between government and ranchers.

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The total economic contribution of B.C.’s beef industry is estimated at over a half-billion dollars annually. B.C.’s Agrifoods Strategy aims to expand local and international markets for B.C. foods and notes specific opportunities for beef. The strategy is designed to lead B.C.’s agrifoods sector to becoming a $14-billion-a-year

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North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association member, Mel Schmidt, cooked and served-up delicious barbecued roast beef during the May 16 association’s potluck and monthly meeting at the fall fair hall. Members said enjoying beef on B.C. Beef Day made the potluck and socializing just that much more fun, while supporting B.C. ranchers, food security, and agriculture. industry by 2017.

The Behind the Beef program also provides information on B.C.’s ranches, and the beef industry’s commitment to animal health and

welfare, land stewardship and food safety.

Resources, recipes and tips, and an events schedule are available at: www.behindthebeef.ca

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Septage receiving will tie into town’s treatment plant Progress, as slow as it may seem has been made.

A design charrette was held recently for the sewer project. These meetings bring together interested parties from various disciplines and backgrounds to allow exchange of ideas and to provide a method of exploring options in relation to such projects. Ideally a lot is done in a short space of time.

EcoTek has been contracted to design the treatment plant. The design is a solar aquatics system.

Mr. Rink the president and CEO of the company attended with a team from such places as Halifax and Massachusetts as well as representatives from company headquarters in Langley, B.C. A full compliment of local experts and interested parties attended as well. Everyone had good ideas and contributed to the process greatly. I want to extend my personal thanks to all that attended.

Barriere has many talented people living here. The fact that they give so generously of their time and energy to make our community flourish and grow is something we all should give thanks for.

We also had a group of interested and helpful people attend the recent Public Works meeting. The topic of the TNRD septage receiving pits closure came up at the meeting.

The requirement to fill the need created by the closure of the pits is not going unnoticed. Dave Underwood, our engineer is working to complete a design for a septage receiving facility. The potential site is currently being surveyed for suitability and requests for pricing on the various components have been sent out. This septage receiving facility will tie into the solar aquatics plant in the future. As a result the design must meet the requirements of pretreatment for that process.

The design focus is that all portions of the sewer and septage systems will be ecologically friendly.

While the technology employed is well proven the opportunity to further improve and refine wastewater treatment techniques to be used here in Barriere is of utmost importance.

Wastewater is now considered to be a resource.

The treated water from the Barriere plant will be used to irrigate our parks in the summer thereby saving treated drinking water and to recharge the aquifer in the winter months. This is a total change from traditional wastewater treatment plants that employ sewage lagoons and rely on evaporation with no possibility to reuse the wastewater.

All part of the process Certified Engineering Technician, Landen Klassen CEI, spent a number of days surveying in Barriere the first week of May. All part of gathering data for the new wastewater treatment plant that will be built in Barriere.

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Bill Humphreys Our septage receiving station will be constructed as a first step in the sewer system project. For now the septage facility will provide more of a storage function. However, until the solar aquatics sewer plant is built the design of the septage receiving plant will allow us to introduce some of the treated septage into other facilities here in Barriere rather than hauling it all to Kamloops.

Also, when completed, the whole eco friendly sewer and septage system could form the basis of a training and research facility for wastewater technical experts and students of all ages. Rhonda Kershaw, our SD73 trustee recently sent me some details on how we might be able to incorporate recent grant possibilities into providing interpretive and training activities at the sewer facility. I look forward to working together to bring this concept to fruition.

Using cutting edge technology with best practises for the environment is never a bad thing. Barriere is set to be at the forefront in the wastewater sector. No smell, clean water that can be used again, a training facility that is a showplace in our community, how good is that? More details as they emerge.

On the topic of learning and students, on Monday May 14, two of our local students were featured in an article about the Heritage Fair held in Kamloops.

Sara Kate Smith and Danny Purcha, who are both grade 7 students at Barriere Elementary, showed off their heritage projects, which by all accounts were very well done indeed.

It is not the first time Barriere students have done well with their Heritage fair efforts. Danny won the Lieutenant Governor Historical Literacy Award certificate of achievement in 2011 and has put forth another great effort this year.

All of us here in Barriere have good reason to be proud of Sara and Danny’s efforts as well as the efforts of all those students that take the time to participate in these events. Good job one and all.

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TNRD Director for Area ‘O’, Bonnie CruzelleMyram, recently presented $200 to the North Thompson Fish and Game Club (NTFGC) for their Father’s Day Fishing Derby, and $200 to the North Thompson Arts Council (NTAC) for the Barriere Celebration of Art. Pictured: (l to r) Ben Thiessen NTFGC, Bonnie CruzelleMyram, Kathy Campbell NTFGC, and Margaret Houben NTAC.

Public Works considering four-way stop on Barriere Town Road and Barkley

By Margaret Houben North Thompson Star/Journal There was a nice turn out of citizens to the May 15, District of Barriere’s Public Works committee meeting.

Mr. Underwood of Eco-Tek gave an update of the progress of the Watewater Project - the design charrette was well attended, and they should have a preliminary design ready in about three weeks.

He also spoke regarding the Septage Receiving Project. They hope to have the Septage Receiving facility up by April of 2013, and the Wastewater Treatment facility some-

Thank You To the cast of the Red Hot Mamma’s Mothers Day performances of “At The Border” at the Fall Fair Hall, May 11 & 12.

Your effort, dedication, talent and perseverance were truly remarkable Lynda, Monica, Lil, Anna, Sylvia, Dianne, Randie, Hazel and Bob. Thanks for bringing laughter to this community once again. You are the best.

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Staff reported on the status of the line painting, stating that most quotes have now been received and a decision will be made soon.

One of the items being considered, is putting in four way stops at the corner of Barriere Town Road and Barkley Road.

Brent Hamblin, Vagn Jensen and Fritz Prudat all expressed a concern

about the many places for sale in Barriere, and an interest in seeing some form of incentive to attract new businesses and people to Barriere.

Committee members replied that they are considering several options for incentives, particularly around new businesses.

The next Public Works committee meeting will be on Tuesday, June 12 at 7 p.m.

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The North Thompson Valley Garden Club would like to thank everyone in Barriere who came out to support our Plant Sale. We would also like to thank all those who helped make it happen.

People may return the plastic flats and pots to the community garden for future use.

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From Yarden to garden North Thompson Star/Journal Just in time to plant our gardens, the Barriere and District Heritage Society held their annual Yarden Sale, on Saturday, May 5, next to the North Thompson Museum. The sun was not shining, but that did not deter local gardeners from attending to check out the plants offered for sale, and of course find flea market bargains as well. Gardeners were able to purchase perennial decorative plants, annual flowering plants, and a myriad of other offerings. No one left disappointed.

Most of the vegetable plants were raised by long time society member, Grace Fennell. Grace said she had been caring for the plants since early spring to donate them to the sale.

Several other members worked diligently on organizing the event and looking after the sale of raffle tickets, manning the table with donations of articles from the Museum, and of course the volunteers who help behind the scenes; all annually contribute to keep this Heritage Society fundraiser successful.

Besides gardening related displays, Silvia Sobel from Little Fort had a variety of her hand crafted jewelry for sale as well; which caught the interest of women visitors and even that of young girls.

Fair Fall Ambassadors and Candidates are out and about

By Elli Kohnert North Thompson Star/Journal

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Grace Fennell assists a shopper with her plant purchase during the annual Yarden Sale in Barriere.

A wheelbarrow filled with many items for a gardener was the first prize in a raffle, and the brisk sale of tickets kept Hazel Lord and Joan Purver busy for the duration of the event.

Organizers of the Annual Yarden Sale say it’s thanks to the support of so many the Yarden Sale has been happening now for 20 years; and they hope it will remain so for years to come.

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The North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association’s restructured Queen Pageant, now called the Ambassador Program is in full swing for the 2012 season.

Five of the six young women Candidates who are taking part in this year’s training program met at the Wittner Farm in Barriere on May 5, to learn about sheep, how to care for them, and the husbandry that is required.

Lunch was served at the Wittner residence and everyone was hungry after walking around the sheep pens, and being instructed on their maintenance. The girls learned what happens to a sheep during the year, from breeding to lambing season; and what happens to the new lambs once weaned from their mothers.

Alisha Gotro - Miss Baillie’s Towing, Aliya Bieber - Miss Wells Gray Info Center, Kennedy Ash - Miss Jim’s Food Market, Kaitlain Chantler - Miss Sam’s Pizza and Rib House, and Alesha Kaduk - Miss Barriere Lions Club all visited

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NT Fall Fair and Rodeo Ambassador 2012 Candidates; Alisha Gotro - Miss Baillie’s Towing, Aliya Bieber - Miss Wells Gray Info Center, Kennedy Ash - Miss Jim’s Food Market, Kaitlain Chantler - Miss Sam’s Pizza and Rib House, and Alesha Kaduk Miss Barriere Lions Club were thrilled to meet the animals at the Wittner Farm in Barriere on May 5.

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Ambassador Candidates Kaylee Patterson - Miss Fraser Ventures Ltd., and Kaitlain Chantler - Miss Sam’s Pizza and Rib House, help serve the lunch during the Senior Society’s Mother’s Day Tea on May 12 to Kandra Amos, Wanda Amos, and baby Erika Edwards.

Kaylee Patterson Miss Fraser Ventures Ltd., was unfortunately unable to attend due to illness.

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Candidates returned to the community of Barriere where they served lunch and refreshments at the Barriere Senior Society’s Mother’s Day Tea.

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Barrel racing is gaining in popularity, especially in the North Thompson area this spring and summer as cowgirls compete in qualifier races at the North Thompson Fall Fair grounds for the BC Barrel Racing Finals scheduled for Aug. 16 to 19, 2012, at the same facility.

On Saturday, May 26, a qualifier barrel race competition will be held at the fairgrounds featuring a $500 added race.

Organizer Darcey Woods says, “We are expecting lots of contestants – as many as 70! There is no admission charge to cheer on your favourites, and we expect to see some very good barrel racing action.”

Woods also notes a concession will be on site to feed both spectators and contestants.

All of the action is scheduled to get underway at 1 p.m. in the outdoor rodeo arena.

If you are interested in competing or upcoming race dates contact Woods at 250-672-9891.

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TV Players present two very entertaining plays After weeks of practice and rehearsals, Thompson Valley Players wowed the crowds with two awesome one act plays presented May 11 and 12, in the fall fair hall.

The first presentation for each performance was ‘At The Border’, a play

by Bob Wilkins, and performed by Barriere’s Red Hot Momma’s. A lighthearted comedy telling the story of a border crossing between Canada and the U.S., where the border draws a fine line between the two mayor’s offices of a little town called Pettiburg.

The second play, ‘The Babysitter’s Story’, depicted the shenanigan’s that occur when one sister babysits the neighbour’s kid for the other sister, who wants to go out for the evening. When a cat burglar drops in, she thinks she’s killed him, and that’s when the fun really started!

This is the TV Players twelfth season

who have brought numerous entertaining productions to Barriere.

“In our ever changing world of social media with entertainment and discovery at our fingertips we sometimes get lost in the trending. I believe we can look past all the technology and get back to the basic love of theatre,” says Players president Bev Murphy. “The wonderment of live theatre is still as impacting today as it was thousands of years ago, we just have to let ourselves go and experience the story through the eyes of the actors and directors. The art of acting and interpretation of someone’s written words has always been remarkably spell binding. May we all remember to keep the love of the arts alive and experience everything live entertainment has to offer!

Both plays proved to be great fun for the audiences, who showed their approval with hearty applause.

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The cast of ‘At The Border’, consisting of members of TV Players and Barriere’s Red Hot Mommas, take a bow after their final rehearsal performance in the fall fair hall on May 10.

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The law of gravity wins

By Leslie Stirling Tuesday, May 15, the weatherman provided us with a beautiful afternoon and evening for golfing. We had a great time visiting, eating, laughing and golfing.

Although my fairway game wasn’t bad my putter was not very kind to me. I have decided to develop a new rule. Rule 4.c.7(h) If a putt passes over a hole without dropping, it is deemed to have dropped. The law of gravity supersedes the Rules of Golf.

Flight winners were Carol Hindle (Flight 1 low gross), Shirley Ross (Flight 1 low net), Sandy LeBourdais (Flight 2 low gross), Deb Rainer (Flight 2 low net), and Grace Baker (Flight 3 low gross). Audrey Rilcoe scored a deuce on Hole 4 to win the deuce pot. Carol Hindle only took 14 putts to play her round and won the Barriere A&W least putt prize. Wanda Amos had the dubious honour of using the most putts but at least she won the AG Foods prize.

Thanks to our many sponsors a number of our ladies took home prizes. Sunny

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Ladies Golf Report LeBourdais won the Barriere Irly Building prize for long drive in 2 on Hole 1 and the River Adventure prize for hidden score. Deb Legaree also had the hidden score to take home the Stamer Logging prize.

Bev Leinweber won the Barriere Massage certificate for a long drive in 2 on Hole 1 and the Our Little Secret prize for KP in 2 on Hole 7.

Leslie LeBourdais won the Bodi Mekanix certificate for long drive in 2 on Hole 2 and the Knights Inn prize for long drive on Hole 5.

Audrey Rilcoe won three prizes: long putt on Hole 2 (Country Store Antiques), KP on Hole 4 (Carl’s Market Garden) and KP on Hole 6 (Ron Wallace Trucking). Sue Paulhus had a short drive on Hole 3 to win the Crystlee’s Hair Design certificate.

Vicki Hoffer had a KP on Hole 4 to win the prize from Barb and Carman Smith and a long drive on Hole 8 to win the

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Shais Design certificate. Sharon Spooner had a KP on Hole 4 to win the Carol Patton, CGA prize. Shirley Ross had a long putt on Hole 5 to win the Estylo Hair Design certificate.

Sandy LeBourdais had a long drive on Hole 5 to win the Jul’re b Lynda Enochsen.

JoAnn Lyle had a short drive on Hole 8 to win the Rainer Custom Cutting certificate.

A long putt on Hole 9 earned Judy Lane the Val-Bella Studio certificate and Betty Anne Foote had a long putt on the same hole to win the Station House Restaurant certificate. The Rest in Peace prize from North Thompson Funeral Services on Hole 7 went to Sue Paulhus, Evelyn Lucas and Brittany Bobinski.

On Saturday, May 12, the Chinook Cove Golf opener was held with 37 golfers taking to the course under bright sunny skies.

Hole prizes were won

by Trudy Scarlett, Ken Wallace, Sean Mitchell, James Lane, Chris LeCerf, Earl Mattice and Betty Anne Foote.

The 18 hole tournament was won by the team of Earl Mattice, Ray Glebe, Mason Stanley and Christina LeCerf.

A fantastic Prime Rib Roast dinner was enjoyed by all the golfers following the event.

Kudos to Debbie Rainer for the excellent job of organizing the tournament.

Next week is four club night. One of the clubs must be a putter.

SPORTS Elli Terwiel named to Canadian Alpine Ski Team Kamloops This Week Sun Peaks ski racer Elli Terwiel has been named to the 2012-2013 Canadian Alpine Ski Team.

Terwiel, last year’s overall ladies’ NorAm Cup Slalom Champion, will join the team of 10 women and 19 men as they work toward podium finishes in the 2012-2013 World Cup season and the 2013 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships.

Coming from a Sun Peaks family background of ski instructing and coaching, as well as local entrepreneurship, being goal-oriented comes naturally to the young athlete.

“My family has allowed me to always be motivated to go outside and get the work done,” Terwiel said. “They taught me if you want to get it done, you have to put in the work to achieve it.”

Being a part of the national team will create a successful environment for Terwiel, on which she will have access to financial funding and athletic support in the form of ski technicians, physiotherapists and other important tools for highlevel athletes.

“My goal is absolutely, 100

Elli Terwiel, last year’s overall ladies’ NorAm Cup Slalom Champion, will join the Canadian national team as it works toward podium finishes in the 2012-2013 World Cup season and the 2013 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships.

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per cent to go to the 2014 [Sochi, Russia] Winter Games,” Terwiel said. “And, right now, it feels very achievable.”

Currently riding a crest of success from finishing her first year of civil engineering final exams at the University of Vermont which she attends on an athletic scholarship, Terwiel will return to campus in September, but may take 2014 off to focus completely on her Olympic goal.

Terweil said living in Sun Peaks was motivational and she appreciates the support of the community throughout her journey From early financial contributions to letting her know she was doing something worthwhile, Terwiel contributes a large part of her success to the residents of Sun Peaks.

“And, it just goes to show anyone can do this if they put in the work,” she said.

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Rally filled with learning for attending 4-H Clubs

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Sports on the curriculum Barriere Elementary students put out a lot of effort during the school’s annual sport’s day on May 16. Pictured are: (l to r) Brittany Waitte, Rebecca Quiding, and Cassandra Peterson racing to the finish line.

Don’t quit running even for beer and pizza Area residents encouraged to cheer on runners, and/or volunteer to help out in upcoming Barriere Fun Run

By Wes Kibble Excitement is building as the 1st Annual Barriere Fun Run quickly approaches. The event, which will be held rain or shine, on Sunday, June 3, consists of a 5km race, 10km race, and a kid’s race.

Entry fee for the 5km and 10km races is $25 if pre-registered online, or $30 on race day.

However, the kid’s race entry is the donation of a non-perishable food item to the Food Bank.

All proceeds from the event go to the North Thompson Volunteer and Information Centre.

As with most community based events, the volunteers are what will make the event a success. At this time, we are still looking for volunteers to help with the Barriere Fun Run. Positions available include race day registration, race package pickup, people to guide the runners on the route and more. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Wes Kibble at weskibble@ barrierefunrun.com or 250-682-7771.

If you live along the route and are unable to run or volunteer at the event, you can still support the runners. The Barriere Fun Run features a broad range of athletes, from hard core runners that have been competing for years to the first time racer. Whether they finish first or last, every runner still needs and loves support during the running race.

There is no feeling in the world like coming around a corner and having a group of complete strangers cheering you on. Talk about a motivation builder!

If you live on the route, show the runners some love by cheering them on. Even if you do not live on the route, find a safe spot, make some posters, pound on drums, blow whistles, and most importantly have fun with the runners.

Spectators have made races a lot more enjoyable for me in the past. Take for instance the young lady with a homemade sign that said, “You have stamina! Call me after the race!”

Or the guy sitting in his lawn chair, drinking a beer while watching the race go by his house.

He had a cooler beside him and a cardboard sign that said, “I will give you a beer and piece of pizza if you quit right now.”

One of my favorite parts of the Kamloops ‘Boogie The Bridge’ race that I have run in, is the group of seniors sitting in their chairs cheering the runners on. I think they had the most fun out of everyone. That is the key…have fun with it!

The route, along with other event information, is available online at www.barrierefunrun.com I am a true believer that the citizens of Barriere will help make this event a success. The plan is for the Barriere Fun Run to become an annual event, and the support and community spirit that Barriere is famous for will allow the run to grow larger every year.

What’s low-stress cattle handling?

Yellowhead 4-H members learned the answer to this, as well and many other things at the recent 4-H Rally in Kamloops.

Rally is where the 4-H members go to judge animals according to their projects.

The beef kids judge beef animals, the photography kids judge pictures, and so on.

Spencer Pawloff placed third in Senior Beef and won the male Silver Tray award.

Quinn Brackman placed third in Outdoor Living, Leanna Mitchell placed third in Junior Beef, Nicole Huber placed second in

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Senior Sheep, Sara Kate Smith placed first in Junior Sheep, Madison Kerslake placed second in Junior Sheep, and Grace Kempter and Lauren Tremblay tied for third in Junior Sheep.

For Beef Juniors; Kathleen Pilatzke placed fifth, Dustin Pawloff placed seventh, and Jonathan Fennell placed ninth.

For Beef Seniors, Quinn Brackman placed fourth, Kyle

Zurbrugg placed sixth, and Christine Kempter placed tenth.

For Sheep Seniors, Hannah Feller placed fifth, Jacob Peterson placed eighth, and Tristan Brackman placed ninth.

For Sheep Juniors, Sheldon Vansickle placed fifth, Tyson Shilling placed sixth, and Cameron Kerslake placed seventh.

Great job everyone!

Yellowhead 4-H held the 4-H District Demo’s in Barriere this year.

Garrett and Lauren Tremblay placed second, and are now eligible for Regional Demos in Armstrong.

Good luck you two!

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What is a good photograph?

A photographer asked, “What is a good photograph, and how do I take it?” That was two good questions I received from a young photographer in my shop last week.

The “how to” part was the easiest answer and I talked about taking some classes. However, the response to the first question wasn’t as simple an answer. I suggested that a good photograph includes proper composition, exposure, and an interesting perspective. That is all “how to” stuff again, however, so I’ll reprint what I wrote back in March of 2009.

A good photograph is one that makes us have a connection with, or think about, the subject. Or, it could help us understand what the photographer feels about that subject; and can, if successful, evoke some kind of mood, whether good or bad.

When I see a photograph that I like, because of my nature and because I have been studying photography and other photographers for years, I begin dissecting it and try to figure out how the photographer made it.

When the photograph is good I am aware that the photographer had an under-

standing of the equipment and the subject he or she used to make the picture. However, I sometimes have to stop myself from doing all of that and just enjoy the photograph.

As I mused about the question of a good photograph I thought it might be of interest to include quotes from some of the great photographers.

On the subject of a great photograph Ansel Adams said, “A great photograph is one that fully expresses what one feels, in the deepest sense, about what is being photographed.”

He continues, “There are no rules for good photographs, there are only good photographs.”

And then he says, “Simply look with perceptive eyes at the world about you, and trust to your own reactions and convictions. Ask yourself: “Does this subject move me to feel, think and dream? Can I visualize a print - my own personal statement of what I feel and want to convey - from the subject before me?”

I also like his short quips, “You don’t take a photograph, you make it.” And, “A good photograph is knowing where to stand.”

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* O H N % N MA N Then he reminds us, “There are always two people in every picture: the photographer and the viewer.”

The famous photographer, Elliott Porter, maker of spectacular scenic colour images, commented, “You learn to see by practice. It’s just like playing tennis; you get better the more you play. The more you look around at things, the more you see. The more you photograph, the more you realize what can be photographed and what can’t be photographed. You just have to keep doing it.”

Irving Penn, known for his editorial photographs in Vogue magazine, stated, “A good photograph is one that communicates a fact, touches the heart and leaves the viewer a changed person for having seen it. It is, in a word, effective” and in a lighter mood he said, “Photographing a cake can be art.”

I read the words of these famous photog-

raphers and think how each one has inspired me to work harder at making photographs that go beyond just a documentary of a particular subject.

I do extend my knowledge with continual viewing of other photographer’s images, and by reading, taking classes and practice.

Like most photographers today I am tempted by the lure of manufacturers that more and newer camera equipment is the answer to the question of “what do I need to take better pictures?”

Until I came across this statement by photographer, Brett Weston.

“People are under the illusion that it’s easy... technically, it is complex. You have a million options with equipment to distract you. I tell my students to simplify their equipment.”

I will end the comments from these great landscape photographers with one from Galen Rowell, “I almost

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never set out to photograph a landscape, nor do I think of my camera as a means of recording a mountain or an animal unless I absolutely need a ‘record shot’. My first thought is always of light.”

What is a good photograph and how do you take it? As I said, that’s not so easy to answer.

Although many photographers have thought about how they made photographs and tried.

My recommendation is to use the internet or your local library to look at photographs and read the words of those great photographers that have had such an impact on the medium of photography. If you are like me you will find inspiration that will help to make that good photograph.

These are my thoughts this week.

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I also sell an interesting selection of used photographic equipment.

ARTY-FACTS Area artist actively supports the craft Submitted Jessie Maisonneuve was a resident of Alert Bay where the ocean mist and thickly carpeted island inspired her lifelong passion to paint. Cormorant Island, a fishing centre that Jessie Maisonneuve provided boats and ocean scenes for her paintings.

In the early 70’s, Jessie journeyed inland to the vastly different south Cariboo and its expanses of golden grasslands and mixed lodge pole pine, fir forest, derelict buildings, rambling fences, horses and cowboys started to appear in her art work.

From paintings, Jessie expanded to woodworking, mosaic tiles, wood pens and acrylic pens and wood burnings. She was an active member of the Clinton Art and Cultural Society and helps facilitate art events in the area.

Her most recent move to Barriere has influenced and shaped her present art and style once again.

After Jessie joined the Yellowhead Artists Co-op, she also became involved in the North Thompson Arts Council and Celebration of the Arts. Currently she is president of the North Thompson Arts Council, and thereby continues to promote the arts in our community of Barriere and beyond.

Jessie’s work, as well as numerous other artists and artisans, will be on display at the upcoming Celebration of Art in Barriere on June 23, 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, on the lawn at Sam’s Pizza and Rib House, Yellowhead Highway (just south of the Petro Can).

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If you are wondering what to do with all that rhubarb, heres another great use for it: Rhubarb Banana Crumble 5 cups sliced fresh rhubarb 1/3 cup sugar 2 tbsp flour 3 bananas chopped Topping 3/4 cup quick rolled oats (not instant) 1/3 cup flour 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/3 cup cold butter 1/4 cup walnut (or pecan) pieces Toss together rhubarb, sugar & flour, & pour into 8 inch square glass baking dish. Cover with foil; bake in 400 F oven, stirring once, until tender crisp, about 25 mins. Take out of oven & arrange bananas on top. Topping: Meanwhile, combine oats, flour, sugar, brown sugar & cinnamon: with fingers blend in butter until crumbly. Mix in walnuts. Scatter over banana rhubarb mixture, pressing gently. Bake uncovered in 350 F oven

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7pm @ Barriere Lion’s Hall.

Barriere & District Riding Club: 2nd Tues. of mth, 7pm. www. All youth welcome. Info call Leah Jones 250-957-8440.

Bethany Baptist Church Prayer: Every Tues., 7pm. barrieredistrictridingclub.webs.com. Info Cherie 672-9341 Jun 17 - NT Fish & Game Club Fishing Derby. Call 672-0156 Jun 22-23 - Shuswap Lake Accordion Festival. Call 250-675-2531 Barriere & District Seniors Events: Mon. Whist 7pm, Tues. & Carpet Bowling: Mon, Wed, & Fri., 9:30am-12 @ Little Fort Hall.

Community Kitchen: If interested call Dede 554-3134.

Jun 23-24 - Celebration of the Arts, 10am-4pm each day @ Sam’s Thurs. Carpet Bowling 10am, Wed. Fun Cards 1pm, 672-9627 Barriere Cancer Support: 672-9263, 672-0017 or 672-1890 Pizza & Rib House grounds.

Community Soup Day: Christian Life Assembly Church on Aug 6-10 - BCWF Wild Kidz Day Camp ages 9-12. Call 672-0156. Barriere Community Choir: Every Wed., 7pm @ Church of St. Annesty Road. 3rd Mon. of every mth.

Paul. All adults welcome. Info call Leah Jones 250-957-8440.

Council of Senior Citizens: Devoted to improving the quality of Aug 13 - Interior Savings Movie Night life for all seniors. Call 604-576-9734 or email ecbayer@shaw.ca.

Barriere Curling Club: Oct.-Mar. Curling, league & bonspiels.

Aug 16-19 - BC Barrel Racing Finals @ Fall Fair Grounds.

Crib: Barriere Legion 242, every Wed. 7:30pm, Sept. to May. Aug 17-19 - Secwepemc Gathering 2012, Celebration of Family @ Barriere Elementary PAC: 1st Mon. of mth, call 672-9916 Crib: Mon. & Fri. 1-4pm @ Little Fort Hall.

Simpcw First Nation. Info call 250-672-9995 ext 246.

Barriere Farmer’s Market: Every Thursday. Sam’s Pizza & Rib Darts: Barriere Legion 242, every Thurs. 7pm, Sept. to May. Aug 24-26 - BC Little Britches Rodeo Finals @ Fall Fair Grounds. House, 4307 Hwy 5. 10am-2pm. Info call Donna 672-5159.

Barriere Firefighters’ Practice: Barriere Firehall, Thurs., 7pm Gambler’s Anonymous: 250-374-9165 or 250-374-9866.

Aug 30 - Ambassador Program Coronation, 7pm @ NTVIC. Heffley Creek Acoustic Coffee House: 3rd Fri. every mth 7pm.

Sep 1 - NT Fall Fair Family Dance, 7pm @ NTVIC. Music : Gordy Barriere Food Bank: Open every other Wed. starting June 1, 10am--noon. Call for info 672-0029 (leave a message).

Performers, concession, play area for kids! Call 578-0056.

West Band. Tickets at the door.

Sep 1-3 - NT Fall Fair & Rodeo @ Fall Fair Grounds Barriere Hospice: Every 2 weeks. 250-672-9391 Lapidary Club: 4th Wed. 7pm. Volunteer Center. 672-0153

Literacy Tutoring: Learn to read FREE. Susan Ross 672-9875.

Little Fort Coffee House: 1st Fri. each mth @ Little Fort Community Hall. $4/person (musicians free). For info: call Bill 672-5116.

Little Fort Recreation Society: 1st Thurs. each mth 7pm LNT Catholic Women’s League: 2nd Wed. each mth, 7pm at St. George’s. Call 250-672-9330 for info.

McLure Vounteer Fire Dept. Rec.: 1st Wed. each month at 7:30pm upstairs. Except Jul & Aug. 250-578-7565 for info.

McLure Firefighter Practice: 2nd & 4th Tues., 7pm, McLure Firehall Men’s Floor Hockey: Tues., 8-10pm at Barriere Sec. School.

NT Arts Council: Every Friday from 12-3pm, painting at NTVIC - any medium/all welcome.

NT Fish & Game Club: 4rd Mon. each mth 7pm Volunteer Centre. More info 672-1843 NT Valley Garden Club: 3rd Sun. of mth, 1pm. Summer Community Garden, weather permitting. Winter-NTVIC. NT Valley Hospice House Soc.: 3rd Tues of the mth, 11am, Little Fort Hall. More info 672-5660 or 672-9500.

Quilting: 1st Tues of the mth, 10am @ Little Fort Hall.

Safe Home: Get away from domestic abuse, call 250-674-2135 (Clw) or 250-682-6444 (Barriere).

Wilson’s Arena weekly practice: Mon Game, Tues: Stock Dogs, Wed: Team roping, Thurs: Team penning

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Announcements

Announcements

Coming Events

Information

Barriere Hospice Walk-a-Thon May 28, 6:30pm. Gather at the “Ridge”. Walk starts 7pm. All Welcome. 250-672-0301

VAVENBY THRIFT SHOP

Hospital Gift Corner Open Monday - Friday 10 am - 1 pm

Past Vavenby General Store Wednesday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday 11a.m. - 3 p.m.

Various items of clothing

priced as low as .25cents

Personals AA meetings every Wed. 11 Lodge Dr. Roll call 8 pm.

Side door. 250-674-0079.

Alcoholics Anonymous Phone 250-674-3838 or

250-587-0026 Anytime Barriere Alcoholics Anonymous Call: 250-672-9643 For Al Anon Call: 250-672-9643, 250-819-5361, 250-308-5139 or 778-220-6269

Lost & Found

North Thompson Arts Council Celebration of the Arts, June 23-24, 10am-4pm both days.

4307 Yellowhead Hwy, Barriere. More info at norththompsonartscouncil.com.

Pancake Breakfast Blackpool Hall Sunday, April 29 8 am - 11 am $5/person

Found: gray longhaired mamma cat w/3 black kittens, on East Barriere Lake Road. Call 250-672-9387 Found. Key with remote.

Looks new. Found on Clearwater Valley Rd. Call 250-6743343 Lost: set of keys including Honda car key. If found call 250-672-5611.

Give life .... register to be an organ donor today!

Information Safe Home Response Providing a safe place to escape for women and their children.

Volunteers always needed.

Call 250-674-2135.

for more information 1-800-663-6189 www.transplant.bc.ca

AIRLINES ARE Hiring- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available.

CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783.

HOME BASED Business. We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential.

Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

Education/Trade Schools APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship For Women to attend Journalism certificate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline May 30, 2012.

More information: www.bccommunitynews.com

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Sites in AB & BC. Hands on real world machine training.

NO Simulators. Start any Monday.

Funding Options. www.IHESchool.com 1-866-399-3853 TAYLOR PRO TRAINING *Heavy Equipment Operator Training *Commercial Driver Training Call today 1-877-860-7627 www.taylorprotraining.com

Help Wanted 33 YEARS established Ford dealer on beautiful Sunshine Coast, looking for an experienced Automotive Salesperson with proven track record.

Please send resume to scford@eastlink.ca 1-800-5384504.

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators.

Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction.

Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta.

Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

Mature, resp person needed for laundromat & tanning salon. Sat. to start; Sun. when summer picks up. 10 am - 4 pm. Pls leave resume with Sandy at TNT.

Prevent E. coli Infection (“Hamburger Disease”) Cook all ground beef until there is No Pink AND the juices run clear!

Employment

Employment

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our fleet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators.

You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated field work.

Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051

PROFESSIONAL JOB Opportunities. Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately owned, fluid transport company servicing Northern BC and Alberta. We are an equal opportunity employer now accepting applications at various branches for: Mechanics (Commercial Transport or equivalent). Wage Range: $25-$40/hour. Minimum experience required: second year apprenticeship or equivalent. Professional Drivers (Class 1, 3). Wage Range: $25-$35/hour. Minimum experience required: six months professional driving. Field Supervisors. Annual Salary Range: $90-$110,000 (based on qualifications). Minimum experience required: previous supervisory experience. Successful candidates will be self-motivated and eager to learn. Experience is preferred, but training is available. Valid safety tickets, clean drug test, and drivers abstract are required. We encourage candidates of aboriginal ancestry, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities to apply. For more information and to apply for these opportunities, visit our employment webpage at: http://troyer.ca/employmentopportunities

HAIR STYLIST Wanted For well established salon in Invermere, B.C. Enjoy outdoor recreation at its finest!

Please call 250-342-6355 JASPER SUPER A is currently recruiting a candidate with good interpersonal and communication skills, with a positive energetic attitude for the position of Full-time Permanent - Premium Clerk. The primary duties include scanning, ordering, receiving, merchandising, replenishing stock, inventory and facing shelves.

Candidates require the skills and ability to maintain operational objectives in the Manager’s absence. Computer literacy is a must. Candidates must have the flexibility to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. A grade 12 Diploma and a clean Security Clearance are also required.

Jasper Super A offers competitive compensation, rental accommodations and health benefits package to eligible employees, as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development. If you believe that you are prepared for this challenging position and have an interest in working within a dynamic organization, please submit your resume, in confidence to: Jasper Super A, P.O. Box 818, 601 Patricia Street, Jasper, AB, T0E 1E0. Fax 780-852-5491.

Email: rick.lagace@tgp.ca We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Traffic Control persons wanted for part time employment.

Must have valid ticket. Please call Rhys at Reliable Traffic Control, 250-674-1484.

Career Opportunities

WANT TO see Scenic BC? Needed immediately . Experienced Feller Buncher Operator with Chipper Head/Mower to work around Hydro Transmission Lines. Must be willing to travel throughout BC (based out of Vanderhoof). $28-$34 per hour + Benefits. For more info e-mail: sbcjobs@hotmail.ca Send Resume to: SBCJOBS Box 1136, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 or Fax: 250-567-2550

Trades, Technical TRANSPORTATION MECHANIC Required in Nakusp, BC (West Kootenay Area) Applicant must be red seal certified and able to work on a variety of makes and models of trucks, trailers and components.

A CVIP certificate and welding skills an asset. Full time position. Group benefit plan available. Competitive wages. Fax or email resumes to: 250-265-3853 or whrepair@telus.net

Career Opportunities

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

NORTH THOMPSON JOBS BARRIERE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 629 Barriere Town Rd. Barriere, BC V0E 1E0 Phone: 250-672-0036 / Fax: 250-672-2159

E-mail: mail@barriere-employment.ca • Website: www.barriere-employment.ca FARMERS – Gang Ranch F2912 RANCH WORKERS – Farmers, Irrigators F2912 WRANGLER/RANCH HAND – Crystal Waters Guest Ranch A0212 CUSTOMER SERVICE PERSONS – Jim’s Food Market A0212A HOUSEKEEPER – Mike Wiegele - A1012 CONTROLLER – Mike Wiegele A2312 COOK – Knight’s Inn A2512 BUS PERSON – Mike Wiegele A2612A EVENING LINE COOK – Mike Wiegele A2612B PREP COOK – Mike Wiegele A2612C SERVER – Mike Wiegele A2612D SOUS CHEF – Mike Wiegele A2612E RESERVATIONS COORDINATOR – Mike Wiegele A2612F ACCTS PAYABLE & ACCOUNTING CLERK – Mike Wiegele A2612G LABOURER/SAWMILL OPERATOR/LEVEL 3 FIRST AID – A2712 RANCH LABOURER – Summer Student Position A2712A LABOURERS – Ponderosa Ginseng M0112 COOK – FT Station House M0212A

WAITRESS – PT Station House M0212B PARTS PERSON – FT, Barriere Auto Parts M1512 FARM LABOURER – Blue Ridge Ranch M1612 HR COORDINATOR/PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR – Mike Wiegele M1612A If you have been on Employment Insurance in the past 3 years (5 years maternity) & are currently unemployed, you may be eligible for re-training dollars. Book an appointment to see one of our counselors for more information.

We look forward to seeing you – come in and we’ll personally see that you get the information you’re seeking, or call and make an appointment.’

• FREE COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS • FREE RESUME HELP • FREE INFORMATION ON MANY SERVICES “Funded in whole or part through the CanadaBritish Columbia Labour Market Development Agreement” Sponsored

by Barriere & District Chamber of Commerce

CLEARWATER EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 58A Young Road, Clearwater BC V0E 1N2 250-674-2928 Fax 250-674-2938 E-mail: info@clearwateremployment.ca • Web Page: www.clearwateremployment.ca Power Point Designer: PT/Clw #0508 Automotive Industrial Parts Person: FT/Barriere #0511 Traffic Control Person: 3-positions PT/Seas #0510 Home Share Provider/Roommate: FT/Clw #0509 Power Point Designer: PT/Clw #0508 Reservations Coordinator: FT/Blue River #0507 Sous Chef: FT/Seas/Blue River #0506 Server: FT/Seas/Blue River #0505 Prep Cook: FT/Seas/Blue River #0504 Line Cook: FT/Seas/Blue River #0503 Bus Person: FT/Seas/Blue River #0502 Breakfast Cook: 2-FT/Seas/Blue River #0501 Housekeeping: PT/Seas/Clw #0417 Cook: Casual/Clw #0416 Cook: 2 positions/Seas/Clw #0415 Customer Service Employee: 4 positions/Seas/Clw #0414 Baking& Cook Assistant: 2 positions/Seas/Clw #0413 Barista: 2 positions/Seas/Clw #0412 Controller: FT/Blue River #0411 Dishwasher: FT/PT Blue River #0409 German/Dutch Speaking Tour Guide: Seas/FT Clw #0408 Housekeeper: Summer Season/Blue River #0407 Campground Attendant: FT &PT/Seas/3 positions/Clw #0406 Server: FT & PT/Seas/2 positions/Clw #405 Front Desk Clerk: FT/Seas/2 positions Clw #0404 Housekeeper: PT/Seas/3positions/Clw #0403 Cashier/General Help: PT/Seas/2 positions/Clw #0402 Customer Service Rep: FT & PT/3 positions Little Fort #0401 Shuttle Bus Driver/Naturalist/Photographer: FT/Seas/ Clw #0322 River Operations Manager: Full time/Seas/Clw #0320

Trip Leader – Whitewater Rafting Guide: FT/Seas/ Clw #0319 Whitewater Kayaking Instructor: FT/Seas/Clw #0318 Office Assistant: Seas/Clw #0315 Cook: Seas/Clw #0312 Line Cooks: 2 F/T, 1 P/T position/Blue River #0305 Cook: FT/Blue River #0207 Volunteer Firefighter: 7 positions/Clw #0205 Customer Service/Kitchen Helper: Seas/Clw #0202 Class 1 Driving Instructor: FT/Clw #0201 Cook/Kitchen Helper: Casual/Clw #0111 Home Share Provider: FT/Clw #1006 GENERAL INFORMATION • Free Workshops: Please call 250-674-2928 to register for free workshops.

• Resumes & Interviews: Go hand in hand, so the better prepared you are the greater the impression you will make to your future employer. Please drop in and our friendly staff will assist you.

• Targeted Wage Subsidy (TWS): Are you currently on Employment Insurance or have you been in the last 3-5 years? If you have, you may be eligible for wage subsidy.

Ask us for further info.

• Funding for Skill Enhancement: Recent or active EI clients with a career plan in mind seeking assistance through Service Canada are required to book an appointment with one of our Employment Counsellors.

• Blue River Itinerant: An employment consultant comes to town once a month. Next visit is May 10. If one on one appointments are required please call to set up a time prior to the drop in.

For more information drop in to 58 Young Road (above Raft River Fitness), phone 250-674-2928 or fax 250-674-2938 Hunter Dickinson Inc. (HDI) is a diversified, global mining group with more than 25 years of mineral development success. From its head office in Vancouver, Canada, HDI applies its unique strengths and capabilities to acquire, explore for, develop and operate mineral properties. HDI is known for its technical excellence, experience and reliability, and it is passionate about bringing Responsible Mineral Development to life in creative ways for the benefit of shareholders, partners and communities. HDI Constantia is the HDI-affiliated company that will focus on the exploration of the Maggie project in the south-central interior of BC. We currently have a permanent full time opportunity for a

Community Relations Manager located in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District Key Responsibilities: Plan and implement stakeholder and Aboriginal relations activities, including: • Aboriginal engagement and consultation • Local stakeholder and government relations • Development of communication materials • Coordination of events and activities related to outreach programs and engagement • Community sponsorship and investment • Related issues management To apply please visit the careers page at

www.hdimining.com or fax: 604-639-9209

Operate by Yellowhead Community Services The Employment Program of BC is funded by the Government of Canada & the Province of British Columbia

The eyes have it Fetch a Friend from the SPCA today! spca.bc.ca

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Work Wanted Clearwater: Renovations, Additions, Home Repairs, New Construction. HAFI Jobs, Project Management. 40+ yrs exp.

Hans Ounpuu. 250-674-3875 Handyman: Residential renovations/repairs/new construction. 28 yrs exp. Barriere. HAFI program. Seniors discounts. Call Ray Semrick 250-318-5925

PHOTOS

by Keith McNeill Digital and film photographs.

Phone 250-674-3252 or email:kmcneill@mercuryspeed.com

Computer Services Clearwater Computers is your neighborhood computer store & repair outlet; all makes & models. We offer new and used computers. Other services incl: 15Mb unlimited ADSL, unlimited dial-up internet, 2.9 cents a minute long distance, unlimited webhosting, online backup, domain management, color photocopying, faxing and more. Located at #6 W Old NT Hwy (beside Supersave Gas).

Ph. 250-674-1032

Home Repairs

Misc Services

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Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

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Clearwater May 26 - 27 9 am - 4 pm 420 Ritchie Road Garage Sale Sat. May 26 9 am - 1 pm 356 Wyndhaven Pl. Lots of kids’ stuff!

Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for Sale

Trades, Technical

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Garage Sales

Trades, Technical

Feed & Hay

Large reptile tank for a lizard, snake, turtle or what have you (36”x18”x13”) complete with heat lamp, daytime lamp, and filter. Screened top. $195 for all. Call 250-674-7118.

Qualify Now To Be Debt Free 1-877-220-3328

Barriere: 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher. No indoor pets, NS. Near amenities. $1200.00/mo 604-855-2188

For Sale: Kenmore silver front load W/D w/drawer stands.

2yrs old. $1200. 250-672-9867

Pets & Livestock

250-434-4505 250-434-4226

Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!

Homes for Rent

16’ shuffleboard. $100. 250672-9867 24th ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 25th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 26th from 10am-4pm. Approx.

125 tables.$3 admission is good for both days.

4 all season tires on Pontiac rims, $500. Toshiba DVD play. /rec., $75. Raspberry canes, $2/ea. Bamix Mixer w/small grinder, $150. B&D Blender, $30. Iron $5. 250-672-2187 or 250-819-6522.

Additions. Where is. Ideal for free-standing or to expand your home’s square footage.

One at 10’x36’6”; one at 10’x27’. Phone 250-587-6151.

Big Chief Smoker. Top loader. $35; Equalizer hitch. Comes w/hitch, bars, clamps, & 2 5/8 ball, $325; Chest waders, $15.

Ph. 250-587-6232 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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Sue’s Jewellery Repairs Since 1975 - We do it all, Retipping, Sizing, Soldering.

Sue Ludtke - 250-587-6357 Word by Word Proofreading & Editing 250-674-7118

For sale. 100 small square bales grass hay $4 per bale.

250-674-3665.

www.4pillars.ca

Misc. Wanted Looking for broken washers, dryers, fridges and stoves.

250-674-0079.

Used Postage Stamps

Food Products

Health Products

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Auctions BC LIVESTOCK is holding a ranch equipment auction Saturday May 26th 10:30A.M. For Craig Ervin of Lone Butte.

Tractors, haying equipment, backhoe, trucks, tools, saddles & tack, skidoo’s, quads, lots, lots more. View website at www.bclivestock.bc.ca F.M.I. Call 250-573-3939

MacLennan Farms has young grass finished beef & lean grass finished hamburger. 250-6742449. Please leave a message.

May 19th Farmers’ Market: asparagus, lettuce, spinach, greens, shoots, rhubarb, eggs, vegetable bedding plants, baking, crafts.

Services

Reduce Debt

Rentals

Need a professional

Handyman Service specializing in drywall and tile. Call Andrew at 250-677-4215.

Financial Services

Merchandise for Sale

Photography / Video photographer?

Portraits, weddings, special events, pet portraits, commercial.

Affordable memories that last a lifetime. Seniors rates.

Book now avoid & disappointment.

Sorry no passport photos Jill Hayward 250-319-8023/250-672-0055 .

Merchandise for Sale

Pets

Merchandise for Sale

Appliances

BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US

Certified Millwrights & Electricians Across British Columbia TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD. is currently seeking Certified Millwrights and Electricians to join our teams across BC. We are an equal opportunity employer and this position offers an excellent pension and benefit program.

MILLWRIGHTS

Fitness/Exercise Elliptical Trainer Canadian Tire Cardio Style ET150 in very good condition. Will trade for treadmill in good condition.

Call 250-319-8023.

• Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate required • Mill experience a definite asset • Welding certificate would be a benefit

ELECTRICIANS • Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate required • PLC experience a definite asset • Industrial construction experience a plus

Legal Services

Strong values of Safety, Respect, Progressiveness, Open Communication, Integrity and Profit guide us at Tolko.

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

READY TO APPLY YOURSELF? If you are interested in exploring this opportunity and being part of our community, please visit our website at: www.tolko.com and submit your resume by May 21, 2012 or fax: (1)250.546.2240

Support International Scouting by donating used stamps which are sorted & sold to raise money for the International Development Fund of the International Scout & Guide Fellowship. This fund pays for training for Scouters in the third world.

Drop stamps off at front counter of the Star/Journal in Barriere, or call Margaret at (250)672-9330.

Real Estate

Clearwater. House for rent $825/mo. Spacious 3-bdrm family home.

Basement w/fm/rm+den. 2-car carport, large yrd. Mobile for sale. 1888-587-6270. Pine Grove Mobile Home Park. 1244 Ford Rd. Clearwater, BC. Clearwater. House on 1/2 acre in Miller sub. $950/mo, DD, W/D, F/S, DW. Avail. July 1. Ref. req. 250-319-5169.

Other Areas FREE BROCHURE- Kings County - “Land of Orchards, Vineyards & Tides” - Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Start a business! Toll-Free: 1-888865-4647 www.kingsrda.ca

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Barriere: fully self contained recent reno. 1bdrm app 4 rent.

10 min from town. Incl sundeck, heat, hydro , satelite tv, washer. NS/NP/Ref. $525/mo.

Avail immed. (250)672-9241 Clearwater: 1 bdrm suite, 500 sq. ft., $550/mo, incl util. DD req. Avail now. 778-549-0410.

Duplex / 4 Plex For Rent: 3 bdrm Duplex, fenced backyard, inground sprinkler system, heated 1 car garage. RR/DD, Barriere. Avail May 15. $875/mo 672-0041

1-800-222-TIPS Suites, Upper Clearwater. Riverside Guest House. Rent by the day or week. Covered porch overlooking Clearwater River, large kitchen and living area, fully furnished with linen. Available until July. info@riveradventures.ca. 250-674-0001.

Want to Rent Clearwater. Older man looking for a room with/kitchen.Lv msg at Times office 250-674-3343.

Transportation

Auto Financing Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

Mobile Homes & Pads Barriere: Detroiter 12’ x 60’ mobile home. Has storage addition. $18,000.00 obo.

250-672-2162 Clearwater: 2 bdrm trailer, oil heat, F/S, $400/mo + DD. Call 250-674-2755 Clearwater: 3 bdrm, clean, spacious, propane fuel. $675/mo + util; 2 bdrm + den, dblwide, wood stove, oil heat, $600/mo + util. No Pets, N/S, DD req. Both incl w/d, f/s. Mtn Meadows MHP 250-587-6123

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PUBLIC NOTICE Take notice that pursuant to Section 168 of the Community Charter, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District will be presenting the Directors and Committee Members Remuneration and Expense Report for the year ending December 31, 2011 at their next regular Board of Directors meeting, as follows: 1:15 p.m., Thursday, May 24, 2012 TNRD Board Room 4th Floor, 365 Victoria Street TNRD Civic Building, Kamloops, BC The report presented at the meeting will be available for public inspection at the regional district office during regular office hours commencing Friday, May 18, 2012 until June 30, 2013.

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1994 Mazda MX6 LS 5-speed.

Excellent condition. New tires, rotors, brakes, battery. $2500 obo. 250-674-2172.

For sale. 2000 GMC Sonoma 4x4 with canopy and 4 extra tires. Runs good. 200,000 km. $5500. 250-674-2156.

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1983 Vanguard camper, 9.5 ft, awning, excellent condition. $1850.00 obo 250-674-3616

Quad Axle trailer, 8’ 6”, Budd axles, T/A pole trailer, T/A dolly, bunks, bolster, rides, bullboard. $3200. 250-674-2114

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Boats 12’ Smokercraft Wide Beam, Merc 4 stroke w/approx 14 hrs w/seats. Pete 250-587-6300

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THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Directors of the Thompson-Nicola Regional District hereby gives notice that it will hold a Public Hearing:

Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 1:15 p.m. at the Thompson-Nicola Regional District Boardroom, 4th Floor, 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC, to consider an amendment to “Thompson-Nicola Regional District Zoning Bylaw No. 2400” by changing the Zoning Classification on Part District Lot 1319 shown on Plan B5273, Kamloops Division Yale District, as shown dotted on the map below, from R-2 (Residential Multi-Use) to RL-1 (Rural). The applicants wish to increase the minimum parcel size to 4 hectares (9.88 acres).

The subject property is owned by William and Valerie Watt and is located at 721 Stone Road, Louis Creek, BC.

Fill the world with good feelings Small digs.

Backhanded compliments.

Subtle moments of deprecation. Downright rude comments.

Sometimes these are done in fun between friends, and other times they are to mask our lack of self-conf idence or self-esteem. But it is a truth of our society, that by putting others down, we make ourselves feel better.

What if we changed that, and recognized the importance of making ourselves feel better by making others feel better about themselves?

I have been having this similar conversation with a variety of people over the past few weeks; it seems

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Reverend Graham Brownmiller to be something that resonates for people, no matter what age or stage of life they find themselves.

The biblical story is full of this theme: the story of Jesus Christ is one of making oneself feel better by making others feel better. He is one who “has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts. He has brought down the powerful from their thrones, and lifted

up the lowly; he has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away empty.”

(Luke 1. 51b-53) Jesus came to show the people of the world a new and different way to live.

He challenged the powers and principalities of his day, and he attempted to level the playing field for all people.

He wanted “the first to be last and the last to be first.”

(Matt 19.30) And yet, our society is still one that is based on a few holding much power.

We not only allow it, but also celebrate it.

Can we be part of a world and a society that changes that; can we help to build

the reign of God in this world, so that we, and all of the beloved people of God can live in the world that was described by Jesus?

We remember that when humans were created, it was in the image of God-self and it was good!

Try it today: lift someone else up! See if it doesn’t make you feel better!

Thanks be to God for this ironic gift of life – that we are not just dependent on our own emotions, but of and on those with whom we interact.

Make a difference in someone’s life – it might just be yours!

Reverend Graham Brownmiller is pastor at St. Pauls Church in Barriere.

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MARINATING • VALUE PACK • 8.80KG

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PORK LOIN CHOPS .....................$4.19/LB

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FROZEN • SV • 340G

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MCCAIN CREAM PIE ....................2/$5.00

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FROZEN • SV • 227-284G

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LOCAL EXPERT Larissa Hadley Managing Broker

32 E OLD N THOMPSON HWY • CLEARWATER, BC, V0E 1N0 • PH: 250-674-3999

324 Harby Road $549,900 Custom log hm-2 acres, view of Dutch Lk. 2 Decks.

Lrg foyer, heated flrs & lrg lvg rm. Delx ktch fir cab, granite CT, BI appl & WI pantry. Loft, lux. master w/ BI dressers, jetted tub. 2bdrm bsmt suite 956 Barber Road $489,900 - NEW 24 acre w/log home. Views. Full suite. Wood accents. 1 bdrm bsmt suite & cabin (rented).

Veranda, Several buildings + horse stables, tack room & hay barn. Fenced and Xfenced.

549 Fawn Road $425,000 Double lot, view of Dutch lk. HW. Newer cabinets. 2 bdrms + 1 in basement w/mstr upstairs w/ensuite.

Hot tub, pool & shop 24x30. Several decks covered & open on quiet subdivision 1950 Old N Thompson Hwy. $399,900 3 bdrm mdlr open, pellet stove, garage, 24x40 shop, 100 acres. Pasture, wet lands & hay field. IG pool w/cement deck. + older log cabin on approx 7 acres.

206 Murtle Road $379,900 4 bdrm, 3 bath w/circle drive. Tiled foyer & maple HW. Open concept & mntn view. Wood kitchen cabinets, beautiful counters & island. Modern baths, WI closets, Levelor blinds & 2 lndry rms.

Cose to amenities. New home warranty in place.

2704 KP Road $379,000 - NEW 9+ acre riverfront w/2 creeks, riding arena. Sundeck w/1500 ft of beach. 1536 sq.ft. Mstr, ensuite jetted tub. Updates: roof, furnace, HW tank & laminate. 32x90 building w/3bay garage games rm, 3 horse stalls, hay & dry storage 200amp, metal roof & water 5289 Clearwater Valley Rd $349,900 Custom 10 acres near park. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, HW floors, high end appl, Covered veranda & 12x32 deck w/view. Guest house, sauna, steam rm, certified WS 227 Blair Place $349,000 Clw Estates w/mntn view & UG services. Modern & well built. Open plan, finished bsmnt, HW, berber carpets & more. 2 decks, lndscp, garden & fenced.

Garage & hardy plank trim.

357 Robson Place Road $339,900- NEW Classy family home in a quiet cul-de-sac. Open floor plan w/family rm in the basement. Custom tile work, HW, sundeck & private yard. This home is close to amenities.

226 Blair Place $319,000 - NEW 3 bdrm, 2 baths & WI closets. AC, vacuum & UG sprklr. Oak kitchen, pantry, heated tile floor. Open plan. Fully fenced & lndscpd. Covered deck, open patio & view.

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6293 Clearwater Valley Rd $299,900 - NEW Overlooking Hemp Creek. Cedar sided 3 bdrm, 2 storey w/oak cupboards, lrg windows & new lam. flooring. Garage w/glass overhead door. 3km to Wells Gray Park. 9+ acres on the west side of the road to Wells Gray.

420 Ritchie Road $299,900 3bd 2bath on 0.42 acres w/UG sprklr. Bright, sunny kitchen, all appliances & central vac. 12x16 shop, wood shed & 2nd drive. This property is just minutes from town.

436 Riverside Rd $269,900 - NEW 1 acre waterfront on the NT River. Well maintained open plan w/updated kitchen. Upgrades incld laminate, HW tank, vinyl windows & paint. New shop, lndspd & fully fenced front yard.

3156 Vavenby Bridge Road $258,000 Well built. Upgrades incld heat pump w/2 overhead units (1 for suite) new wett inspected WS, R50 insulation, flooring & more. 2 bdrm suite & bsmnt. .77 acre, lrg shop & kennel 231 Blair Place, $249,900 - NEW .56 acre lot w/UG utilities. Mountain view & close to amenities. Lrg living rm w/WS. Kit has a lot of cupboards & a bay window in the dining rm. A double garage. 3 bdrm + den on a full basement 1031 Raft River Rd $239,900 - NEW Well maintained lrg lot. Ensuite, & WI closet.

HW flooring, oil furnace w/new WETT approved WS back up. Private & fenced yrd. A 24.41 shop/ garage w/11x18 loft office, 12’ overhead door & 7’ shop door.

245 Phillips Rd $239,000 - NEW PRICE Renod w/kitchen, tile & wood floor, windows, propane FP, elec back up. 1acre w/lrg deck, RV storage, 1 car garage, garden boxes & more. The front garage w/divided storage area & tiled office area. Shows like new.

23 Lodge Drive $229,900 - NEW PRICE Near downtown, well maintained. Garage, RV cover, woodshed & lrg deck. Open plan home w/wood accents. Crafted cabinets & newer counters. 4 bdrms, 3 baths. Basement w/bdrm, bath, family room, cold rm & storage. Move in ready.

3141 HUNDSBEDT ROAD $229,900 6 bdrm home 3.1 acres 2 shops 20x24 fruit trees, private setting. Many upgrades. New furnace and oil tank.

145 NORFOLK RD $199,900-NEW PRICE 3 bdrm. w/oak cabinets, , lrg dining. Private deck & gardens. Near amenities. Lam. flooring & fresh paint. Mnt. view, motivated offering a cash back $2000 upon completion.

424 Riverside Road $145,000 In Vavenby w/tons to offer. Solid home w/2bdrs up & 1 down, lrg family rm & great heating. Walking distance to the store and post office and has a view.

2354 Petrol Road $129,000 Lot w/mnt view, private w/little traffic. New shingles & paint. Open plan w/wood features, tile & lam. flooring. WStove. Lrg studio 9x23. Great for a young family. Garden space & boxes. Bareland strata $100/mnth.

169 Wood Road $129,900 Vavenby, close to amenities. Private yrd w/mntain view. Recent metal roof & vinyl siding. Updates incld countertops, laminate, paint, elect. & heating.

Vendor is a Realtor.

352 Ruby Road &124,900 .5+ acre overlooking the NT River. Quiet area on CDS. 12x20 workshop, 24x30 2 bay RV storage & more. Great starter or retirement in Vavenby.

429 Wildwood Road $129,000 Centre of Clearwater. Upgrades: secondary metal roof, counters, sink, laminate, carpet & paint.

Newer propane frun., has winter pkg. Grge, shed & part fenced.

19-561 Ridge Road $99,000 - NEW Mobile home park on Dutch Lake. 2 yrs old, lived in for less than a year. Modern w/dark cupboards, 2 baths. Close to all amenities. 10x12 covered deck & 8x10 shed.

68 Blanchard Road $80,000 Lrg lot. Metal roof over the home, deck & storage.

Newer cabinets, counter & appl. Recent paint, laminate & HE wood stove. .41 acres.

349 HELMCKEN STREET $229,900- NEW Newly reno’d open plan w/new kitchen baths & many other features. Recently painted, partly fin. bsmnt. Backs on to park, fully fenced.

457 Eden Rd $700,000 Land & building: leased to Dairy Queen - 2013 w/ option to renew. Ideally loc. Hwy 5 near school & tourism. 13yrs old. Franchise not incld.

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289 Vavenby Bridge Road $60,000 Vavenby, this 4 bdrm home is close to amenities & recreation. Court Order: 46069, being sold “AS IS” and Schedule “A” applies.

5-851 Old N Thompson Hwy $44,900 Newer mobile. 3 bdrms & a cozy kitchen, laundry & spacious back entrance. A small deck at the back allows for enjoying the summer evenings.

COMMERCIAL SOLD

250-674-1514 lhadley@century21rison.com 257 Glen Road $379,000 - NEW PRICE Commercial mall & hall w/permit for 160 seating available.

Commercial kitchen, storage & fenced yard. Presently has 2 tenants FT & 1 PT & 1 avail. Willing to discuss all options.

24 hrs notice 6176 Trout Creek Rd 142 acres, ranch, Mill, woodlot & 35 acres peat moss bog. Close to Wells Gray Park.

3 lvl dove tailed cedar log home to lock up & sm log home w/several cabins. Trout Creek (w/water license) & lake. Approx 35 head of cattle. CAN BE NEGOTIATED WITHOUT SAWMILL, IT WOULD BE REMOVED

LOTS AND ACRES Lot 2 Galliano Road $89,900 3.6 acres, Subdividable zoned R2.

1745 Birch Island Lost Crk Rd $319,000 1+ km of riverfront, pasture 908 Clw Village Rd $38,000 New septic. Hydro & ph. at lot line. - NEW PRICE Lot A Trout Crk $139,900 13+acre well & septic 5233 Clw Valley Rd $164,900 30acres Subdiv.

1952 Dunn Lake Rd $40,000 1 acre 1485 Davy Rd $50,000 1.26 acre.

Avola Forest Service Rd 5 parcels totaling 350 acres, can be sold somewhat separately or together. Call Listing Realtor for more information.- NEW DL 3079Avola Forest Service Road - 22 acres on an island in the North Thompson river. Access over a narrow channel of Avola Forest Service Rd opposite side of the NT River from Hwy 5. Unique property is fully treed and it could be a fascinating property to hold.- NEW

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When we sell a property, the Brokerage & Rep jointly donate $50 to a local charity or nonprofit organization of the Seller’s choice JACK AND LINDA HAYS CLEARWATER FOOD BANK ARLENE MAJOR ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR 259 BOB BERNARD – CLEARWATER HOSPICE SOCIETY DIANE MCDONALD- CLEARWATER HOSPITAL AUXILLIARY

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Your dream home doesn’t have to be just a dream (MS) -- The dream of owning your own vacation home is one shared by men and women all over the world. Who wouldn’t want their very own sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of every day life?

According to Andrew Nadalin, President of Pace 2000 Inc., a leading custom home builder in Port St. Lucie, Florida, many people not only want their own vacation home, but they already know what it is they want from their home.

“We’re finding that customers have very definite ideas of what they want in their dream homes,” says Nadalin. “They’ve waited until just the right time to make that dream come true, and they don’t want to compromise the image they have in their mind of what their ultimate home will feature.”

When it comes to finding a place to call home away from home, consumers tend to prefer somewhere that offers year round warm weather and unlimited games of golf, as well as proximity to local shopping hotspots and access to community activities. This puts a premium on

warm weather locales such as Port St. Lucie, which was named one of the 10 fastest growing cities in the country, providing vacationers all the warm weather golf, shopping and nightlife they need.

Located at the southern end of mainland St. Lucie County, in the southeastern part of the state, Port St. Lucie has been called the Jewel of the Treasure Coast.

More than 300 years ago, several Spanish galleons carrying gold and silver are thought to have shipwrecked off the southeastern shore of Florida, dumping their vast treasures into the ocean. And the Treasure Coast was born.

But locale likely won’t be all that’s on the minds of men and women shopping for a vacation home. Before shoppers start their search, Nadalin offers

the following advice. * Consider custom built. Many consumers might think custom built homes are beyond their price range, but such homes are growing in popularity.

“Sometimes customers come to us with a lot already chosen, other

times we help them find just the right lot,” says Nadalin. “But they always have definite ideas about what is going on the property.”

Much of the benefit of a custom built home lies in the options a homeowner has as opposed to a resale where many of the decisions have already been made. Buyers who choose a custom built home can select the features and layout they want, instead of being forced to live with the design preferred by a home’s previous owners. * Work with someone you can trust. Because it’s a vacation home, chances are buyers won’t know any local builders or contractors they can trust. Nadalin notes that buy-

ers should be comfortable with a builder and avoid those who aren’t ready and willing to discuss their history.

“It’s important to look for a builder that can deliver hands-on experience, dedication and commitment to the project,” says Nadalin. “The builder should have as much passion for fulfilling the quest for the dream home as the customer does.”

Shop around for a builder, asking other residents of the community if they can recommend any professionals and if there are any to avoid. Once you have narrowed down the list, ask to see some past and current projects, and be as diligent as possible when doing your homework on a builder. If a builder is reticent about his company and work history, it’s best to cross him off the list.

More information on how to find the right builder to make your dream home a reality is available at www.pace2000homes.com.

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How to choose a builder that right for you (MS) -- Whether the kids have all grown up and moved out or if the kids are on the way and it’s time to expand a living area, building a new home is an exciting, yet often agonizing, experience. The reasons for building a new home are many, but regardless of the reason, the process of choosing a builder should remain the same.

Andrew Nadalin, president of Pace 2000 Inc. and a fourth generation builder and craftsmen, offers the following advice to prospective homeowners with their eyes set on building a dream home to call their own. * Look for a builder with a solid reputation. A builder’s reputation speaks volumes, but it doesn’t have to speak for

istself. That’s because a builder who has spent years providing personal service, innovative design and quality workmanship will no doubt have a host of happy former customers ready and willing to offer their input. If during the interview process a builder appears reticent to share his work or experiences with previous customers, this should be a red flag. Reputable builders will be proud of their work and more than willing to show it off. * Find a builder who is flexible. You will be paying to build your home, not the builder’s home. A builder should be flexible and ready and willing to meet your needs, no matter how unique they might be.

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* Look for a builder who does more than build. A good builder should do more than just build. A builder should provide a network of qualified professionals to make the process go more smoothly. This network should include real estate and building consultants, interior designers, architects and engineers.

Such connections can provide peace of mind and will also illustrate that a builder is both respected in the community and is intent on ensuring your home becomes the dream home you envision it to be. * Don’t build on the cheap. Buyers who plan to build their own home are in the unique position to ensure their home is as safe and high-quality as possible.

This isn’t always the case when buying a resale, so make the most of your opportunity and use only top-of-the-line construction materials and features and choose a builder with experience in working with such materials and features. Building on the cheap could prove disastrous in the not too distant future, so don’t sacrifice on quality when building a new home.

More information on selecting the right builder is available online at www. pace2000homes.com. SH122951

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2A-4480 Barriere Town Rd. 250-672-5300 • Fax: 250-672-5306 543 McLean Road MLS 103868 3 bed$259,000 Residential 503 McLean Rd MLS106174 3 bdrm & den, 3 bath, family home w/potential for 4743 Birch Lane MLS 106334 SXS Duplex 3 bdrm 2 bath $420,000 NEW. inlaw suite. $259,500 495 Barkley MLS 108361 PRICE Immaculate 1528sqft, 3 bed, 2 baths .80 acre 4776 Spruce Cres MLS102388 2bd 2bath, geothermal $399,000 NEW.PRICE $244,900 324 Robin Drive MLS Too New Bsmnt Entry. Sep gar/shop. Great family home $389,000 NEW 4811 Spruce Cres. MLS106545 2bdrm, 2bath, Geo heat, $369,000 NEW. PRICE 367 Oriole Way MLS 109144 Great Family Home, 2600sqft 3bedroom, 2 bath Rancher $374,900 NEW 538 Oriole Way MLS107873 Exec. 1676sqft 2bed 2bath main, Full basement w/ office. Inlaw potential $369,000 494 Oriole Way MLS 108491 Spacious & Pristine Quality 2152sqft 3bdrm, 2baths $369,000 NEW 308 Robin Drive MLS108767 Quality 2380sqft, 5bdrm, 3bath family home on dble lot. $358,000 4809 Spruce Cres MLS 106586 Tasteful Rancher at RiverWalk. Developer to pay closing cost. $355,000 4728 Spruce Cres MLS 109516 2900 sf rancher, daylight bsmt, fam subdivision $339,000 4757 Spruce Cres Near New eco friendly High end ‘ 1300+sqft, 2bdrm, 2 bath NO HST! $335,800 470 Oriole MLS 101022 Reno’d $284,500 NEW.PRICE 4797 Gibbs Rd. MLS104350 4 bed, 3 bath $285,000 4776 Birch Lane MLS 109244 1456sqft, 3bdrm, 2baths Rancher in quiet, subdivision $274,900 NEW 4717 Spruce Cres MLS 109647 2900sqft, 4bdrm, 3bath home in great family friendly subdivision $269,000 NEW 4689 Birch Lane MLS 105180 3bd 2 bath $249,900

4789 Birch Lane MLS 106102 Newly Built 1191sf 2 Bed, 2 Bath 1/2 Duplex $229,000 NEW.PRICE 366 Stains Rd MLS104300 .94 acre, 3 bed 2 bath $236,500 4812 Glentanna Rd MLS 109088 1560sqft , 2bedroom, 1/2 duplex with spacious open design $199,900 NEW 4809 Dunn Lake MLS 108358 1176sqft, 3 bdrm 1 bath. Facelift & efficient upgrades $199,000

www.karinascott.com 6041 Creekside Rd. MLS 106964 1700+sf log home on 10+ acres near Rec Lakes $537,000 4019 Barriere Lks Road East MLS(to new) 5+ acres with newly reno’ed log home -creek runs through $454,000.

49-4454 Barriere Twn Rd MLS 108876 Great Home, 1008sqft in Riva Ridge $65,900 15-4626 Summer Road MLS106137 $32,000 NEW 15 -4626 Summer Rd MLS 106137 2 bed 1 bath $28,000

1137 Vista Point MLS 109672 1854sqft on 10 acres at Vista Point Possible Automotive Business option $479,900 NEW

Commercial

6088 Barriere Lks Rd MLS103196 Rancher 10acre listed below current appraised value. $427,500 NEW.PRICE 4020 Barriere Lks Rd. MLS Too New 2 Acres with 2bedrms & 2 bath w/lake benefits $399,000 NEW 3998 Agate Bay Road MLS 108766 2176sqft 3 bdrm on 1.97 acres min. from Barriere & recreation $389,900 NEW 693 Stone Rd Louis Cr MLS 106433 1510sf 3bdrm,3bath 2acres $379,000 2708 Barriere Lks Rd MLS 104163 22.3acres river front s/b$339,900 3169 Glengrove Road MLS 109191 Private, Quiet 10 acres & 3bdrm 1275sqft family home $304,900 NEW

584 Barkley Rd MLS 100926 3 bed 2 bath $183,000 705 Barriere Lks Rd MLS105792 .5 acre with shop 2 bed 2 bath $170,000 NEW.PRICE 4359 Borthwick Ave MLS109043 1300+sqft Home on .64 Acre, good location with Mobile Home C-2 Zoning $159,000 NEW 4615 Airfield Rd MLS108327 17-4510 Power Rd MLS 108409 Starter/retirement 2bdrm 1bath .68 acre. Near ame- 1188sqft, 3bed, 1bath dble wide $159,000 nities $135,000 41-4454 Barriere Twn Rd MLS105108 2 bed 2 bath $134,900 Residential with Acreage 3 Summer Road MLS 102858 1350sf mobile on 70x100 corner pad. $124,900 3020 Lemieux Crk MLS 108406 Paradise w/2 lakes. 160acres 1885sqft $985,000 16-620 Dixon Creek Rd MLS105770 2 bed 2 bath $120,000 784 Leonie Cr Rd MLS 107629 Privacy on the Barriere River, Wonderful hand hewn 28-4510 Power Rd MLS108045 3300sqft log home on 9+acres $940,000 NEW 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath. Heat pump syst. $105,900 #23-4510 Power Rd MLS108066 368 Agate Bay Road MLS 85915 Custom Home on 10acres w/cottage near Sunpeaks Open 3bdrms, 2baths, heat pump syst. $97,000 and Adams Lake $649,900 NEW.PRICE 3-4428 Barriere Twn Rd MLS106061 2bed 2bath Trades considered in Kam. 4997 Dunn Lake Road MLS109044 $88,000 NEW.PRICE Custom 2152sqft Rancher on 2.09 acres only min.

27-4510 Power Rd MLS 100957 from Barriere $525,000 NEW.PRICE 2 bed 2 bath $79,000 752 Leonie Cr Rd MLS88417 8.99 acres river front 3 bed 3 bath. Recent upgrades 49-4454 Barriere Twn Rd MLS108876 with Suite Potential $564,900 NEW.PRICE 1008sqft Mobile w/some updates $65,900 NEW

Carls Market MLS 102042 6 acres & Hwy loc. $499,000 NEW.PRICE 4269 Yellowhead Hwy Hwy exposure $337,000 4610 Barriere Town Rd MLS 103624 Commercial Building $199,000 584 Barkley Rd MLS 100926 3 bed 2 bath $183,000 642 Barriere Town MLS 105348 Commercial building $179,000 4614 Barriere Town Rd MLS 103625 Lot & building $169,000

Building Lots & Acreage Lot B Yellowhead MLS85473 60+ acres subdivideable in the District of Barriere. $1,500,000 3293 Barriere Lks MLS 85521A 58+ acres $595,000 4247–421 Dixon Crk Rd MLS 106852 388acres borders District, $499,000 5349 Genier Lk Rd MLS106097 19+ acres min. to Barriere s/b $270,000 2708A Barriere Lks Rd MLS 101762 16 acres $199,000 4711&4719 Bar Twn Rd. MLS 106116 1.16acres riverfront near downtown $195,000 3341 Glengrove Rd MLS 109120 10 acres &Lg 3 Bay shop- Drilled Well $175,000 NEW 2785 Barriere Lakes Rd Mins from E&N Lks 19.8acres, drilled well & 2 building sites $130,000

HUGE.PRICE.REDUCTION

Lot 3 Boulder Mnt Rd MLS 101053 $109,900 NEW.PRICE 924 Harvey Road MLS101604 10 acres $120,000 3148 Glengrove MLS 86777 SOLD 15 acres $110,000 900 Harvey Road MLS101603 10 acres $110,000 575 Mclean Rd MLS 85723 Corner lot $69,900 Lot C Yellowhead Hwy 12.06 acres mins. to Barriere, $69,900 3935 Hansen Rd MLS 108376 .56 acre lot, septic & well in. $66,900 560 Station Rd MLS101866 .34 acre Commercial $49,900 285 Oriole Way MLS 109645 .28 acre Lot No GST w/UG services $42,500

Recreation 4240 Barriere Lk Rd MLS 109422 Investment opportunity Beautiful Home & three 1/4 lots on East Lake $725,000 NEW Gerald Cres MLS 109305 Recreational 4083sqft log home on Lac Des Roche $534,900 4240 Barriere Lake Rd E. MLS 109134 Recreational Living at its Best 1914sqft 4bedroom home at East Lake $424,900 NEW 13.4 MLS109405 Recreational 1/4 interest in freehold strata East Lake $109,000 NEW Lot 13.3 MLS 109446 Recreational 1/4 interest in freehold strata East Lake $97,900 NEW 5416 Agate Road MLS101339 Lake front lease $145,000 NEW

Clearwater 5412 Clw Valley Rd. MLS106945 2200+sf, 9+acres $399,000