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The 13th annual Mother’s Day Fly In was held last week beneath perfect skies. More pictures on p. 9

Cache Creek and Ashcroft ďŹ reďŹ ghters used the old Woodburn Ranch house next to the Bonaparte River for ďŹ re practice last Saturday. At the property owner, the Cache Creek Fire Dept. has been clearing away most of the old structures.

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Ashcroft Council has approved a policy that will set out outdoor watering guidelines for the residents.

The policy was brought forward and approved with little warning at the May 14 Council meeting, but “This is coming forward from a request from our Town Hall meeting (May 7),� said Mayor Andy Anderson.

He called it “just a first brush� and said the Council was looking for comments from the public.

In general, the policy states: 1. Houses with even house numbers can water on “even� days, odd numbers water on “odd� days; 2. No watering between 9 am and 5 pm; 3. No watering during high winds; 4. Sprinklers need to be repositioned every 20 minutes; 5. No watering of streets or sidewalks; and 6. Hoses need a backflow converter.

Coun. Jackie Tegart wanted to see hand watering included in the policy, noting that some people had outdoor potted plants that required daily watering.

Coun. Alice Durksen pointed out that according to the policy, there will be times when people can’t water two days in a row.

Mayor Anderson felt that the 20 minute rule might be nit picky, especially if a small yard only has one place to water. “We wanted to bring it forward because it was something the public was interested in,� said Anderson. “And we brought it forward so we could look into it further.�

Coun. Helen Kormendy suggested that they look at water restriction policies in places with similar climates.

Coun. Tegart asked to have the Ashcroft Communities in Bloom committee look at the policy and provide feedback. “They may have networks who can give a different perspective,� she said, adding that the Village needed to look at how efficient its own system was. “Public Works is already talking about how much water we can cut back and still keep it green,� said Mayor Anderson. “I agree, we need to be leaders in this.� “Within the next 5-10 years, we expect that water meters will be mandatory province-wide,� said Ashcroft’s administrator, Michelle Allen.

The policy is still subject to change.

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May 10 at 1:01 pm a wallet found behind the A&W in Cache Creek was turned in.

The wallet contained items that allowed the RCMP to contact the owner, a 36 year old man from Lone Butte.

Arrangements were made to return the wallet to him.

Flying through town May 12 at 1:42 am police stopped a southbound Dodge Caravan on Hwy 1 in Cache Creek travelling at 137 kph in the 50 kph zone. The driver, a 42 year old Cranbrook man, smelled of liquor and Failed the roadside sobriety test. He was given a 24 hour suspension and a 90 day prohibition for the alcohol, as well as a ticket for excessive speed and his vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Ruckus leads to arrest May 12 at 4:59 am police were called to the Ashcroft Reserve about a 23 year old intoxicated man who was creating a disturbance in his parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; home by throwing things around and being aggressive. Upon arrival, police found that he was also under conditions of probation to stay away from alcohol. He was arrested for breaching his probation and is facing criminal charges.

Victim of hit and run

June 24, 2012

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May 13 at 1:56 pm police attended the hospital to speak to the victim of a hit and run on Cornwall Rd. The 20 year old resident of the Ashcroft Reserve told police that he was walking towards the Reserve facing traffic.

He looked behind him for a second and was hit by a black car which was heading down the hill towards Ash-

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croft. He SHCROFT ETACHMENT thought it was a 1990s Wendy Coomber model. A passerby found Crime Stoppers at 1-800him and brought him to the 222-TIPS. Ashcroft hospital, but it was closed. He was taken to the Unlicensed skateboard Kamloops hospital and treatMay 15 at 11:38 am poed for hip and ankle injur- lice received a complaint ies. Anyone seeing the acci- about a motorized skatedent or having information board being ridden on Railabout it are asked to contact way Ave. The complainthe RCMP at 453-2216. ant was concerned about the legality of it on the road. The Ended up in the ditch owner, a 34 year old Ashcroft May 13 at 2:30 pm po- man, attended the Detachlice attended a single vehicle ment a short time later once accident on Hwy 99 about he had heard that a com20 km west of the intersec- plaint had been made about tion with Hwy 97 where an him. Police advised him that eastbound Volvo had land- although the large, motored in the oncoming ditch. ized skateboard does qualify The driver, a 32 year old Co- as a vehicle under the Motor quitlam man, told police he Vehicles Act, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have moved over to the right to insurance or the other necesavoid an oncoming vehicle sary licensing, and therefore and started sliding off the cannot be ridden on public road. He tried to pull the car streets. Nor can he operate it back onto the highway and on a sidewalk. It can only be ended up crossing the road ridden offroad or on private and landing in the ditch. He property. was taken to Lillooet hospital with minor injuries. His Free car wash vehicle was towed.

May 15 at 11:43 am police received a complaint Camper vandalized from a motorist of a farm May 14 at 10:45 am a 69 sprinkler dousing the paveyear old Ashcroft man at- ment of Hwy 97C near the tended the Detachment to Hwy 1 intersection, causreport willful damage to his ing vehicles to swerve into camper and boat parked on the oncoming lane to avoid the lower bench of the Mesa driving through it. The farm Vista Trailer Court. He said manager was contacted and that some time between May moved the irrigation line. He 5-13, someone had thrown apologized for the inconvenrocks through his wind- ience. shield, loosened the ropes securing his boat to its trail- Watch for power poles er, and drained the jacks of May 15 at 12:29 pm potheir hydraulic fluid. If any- lice received a report that a one has information about Toyota SUV had backed into this, they are asked to con- a telephone poll on 4th St. in tact police at 453-2216 or front of The Journal office

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while backing out onto the street. The driver, a 57 year old Ashcroft woman, got out of the vehicle and checked the pole and her vehicle. The pole was undamaged, but the back window of her vehicle was shattered. Village employees were called to come and sweep up the broken glass.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t drink and drive May 15 at 2:40 pm police received a complaint about a vehicle that had been left parked in front of the Legion for at least four days. Police checked the vehicle and found that it was insured and legally parked. While they were at the scene, the owner came to move it. The 41 year old man from the Hat Creek area said that he had met up with a friend in the Legion and had left his vehicle parked.

Blacked out May 15 at 5:29 pm police attended a single vehicle accident on Hay 97C near Hwy 1 after a vehicle left the road, went through a fence and ended up in a field. The driver, a 59 year old Ashcroft woman, said she blacked out and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what happened. She was taken to the hospital and treated for minor injuries. Police will be requesting a medical review of her license.

Far from depressed May 15 at 10:59 pm police received a report about a suicidal male from a friend who received a text from him with possible suicidal connotations. The 40 year old Cache Creek man was not at home, nor anywhere See RCMP on p. 6

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Cadets hold annual Review this Sunday It’s that time of year again – the Cadet Corps and Navy League of Ashcroft are about to hold their Annual Ceremonial Review to celebrate their young people’s accomplishments.

The cadets have worked very hard to earn their promotions, they’ve volunteered their time to help within the community, practiced their drill routines, taken part in adventure weekends and improved their knowledge and experience about cadet related affairs and life in general. They’re turning into responsible adults that will be a credit to whatever professions and situations they may end up in.

The Navy League and Commanding officers would like to invite the general public to participate in their celebration, which will

be held at the Ashcroft Secondary School on Sunday, May 27. Arrival at 12:30 p.m., the ceremony will start promptly at 1 p.m.

There will be a picture display of the cadets’ recent trip to Halifax, which was a full success and was appreciated and enjoyed by all.

Refreshments will follow the ceremony, which will give everybody a chance to interact with parents and cadets to ask about their experiences.

Parents are invited to bring their cadet age children to watch the promotions – cadets is a great opportunity for our young people to learn life skills and responsibility, it is free of charge and we would be happy to see more participants.

We’ll hope to see you all there!

Jaclyn Host, Navy League Secretary

The Ashcroft Sea Cadets made a special presentation to Council on May 14 after returning from the Battle of the Atlantic ceremony in Halifax. Councillor Jerry Fiddick, Mayor Andy Anderson, councillors Alice Durksen, Jackie Tegart, Helen Kormendy and NCdt Gerry Sask with several of the cadets who travelled east. Front Row: Cody Lambert and Griffin Aie; Middle Row: Brandon Douglas, Ian Curran, Gabrielle Johannsson and Adam Newman; Back Row: Shawn McKenna and Ian Host.

Contractor argues for larger storage containers From the Ashcroft Council meeting on May 14.

Roll Call Mayor Andy Anderson and councillors Alice Durksen, Jerry Fiddick, Helen Kormendy and Jackie Tegart.

Cargo Containers

Making their voices heard Lytton Mayor Jessoa Lightfoot was among 86 mayors from across BC attending the first BC Mayors’ Caucus in Penticton. Lightfoot and the other mayors participated in presentations on municipal funding and local economic development. They also had the opportunity to take a ride in an electric vehicle, Sponsored by the New Car Dealers Association of BC which also provided one of the conference’s keynote speakers.

Photo by Carmen Bennett, Laura Ballance Media Group Inc. (LBMG)

Contractor Larry van Leest attended the meeting to tell Council that he wasn’t happy with Zoning Bylaw 776 which put restrictions on cargo containers.

“I bought property down there (on Hollis Rd.) so I could have all sorts of storage,” he said.

The area is zoned Light Industrial and contains a mix of residences and companies with industrial vehicles.

Point 11 of the Village’s Schedule A for Bylaw 776

states: “Multiple cargo containers may be located on a single parcel but they must not exceed a cumulative gross floor area of 30 m-2.”

“Industrial land is industrial land, he said. “I think a 30 meter limit is ludicrous for industrial.”

Chief Financial Officer Linda Howika told Council that the size was kept down because of the number of residences in the area.

Mayor Andy Anderson told van Leest that Council would look into his concerns.

“And you always have the opportunity to ask for a variance,” Anderson told him.

“I sold my house so I could be legal and put my shop down there so I didn’t have to go through variance,” van Leest told them, adding that his containers were all new, painted nicely and stacked. Unlike, he added, some of the old shops and garages downtown which are safety hazards.

“The bylaw gives us more control over what goes onto these properties,” said Anderson. “We’ll look into it.”

Councillor Jackie Tegart asked van Leest what he thought a reasonable size would be for storage.

“There shouldn’t be a limit (in an industrial zone),” he said, “as long as they’re clean, painted and lined up nicely.”

Council tabled further readings of the bylaw until the next meeting.

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Battle of the Atlantic Members of the 347 RCSCC Avenger Sea Cadet Corps attended to make

a presentation to Council regarding their recent trip to Halifax to take part in the Battle of the Atlantic ceremon-

ies.

“The one condition of the Village’s donation was that we come to council after trip to tell you about it,” said NCdt Gerry Sask.

He told that that two of the youngest cadets, Griffin Aie and Cody Lambert, got to do a “fly by” of the event in a Sea King helicopter and drop a wreath into the sea.

The rest of the cadets viewed the ceremony from HMS Sackville - last corvette from WWII. They also got to tour the HMCS Quebec.

Sask said they raised $12,000 locally for the special trip.

Rodeo Parade Council granted a request from the Rodeo Parade committee for free use of the Community Hall if they need it. The committee is planning a variet show in Heritage Place Park after the parade but were asking to use the hall in case of rain.

HOG Run Mayor Anderson let Council know he would be attending the Kamloops HOG (Harley Owners Group) Run in June, saying: “I borrowed a Harley.”

Council also passed a motion to donate a welcome basket full of Ashcroft goodies to the fundraising event.

The HOG Run takes place onthe first weekend in June. This is the 24th annual Poker Run Dinner/Dance. They raise money for Muscular Dystrophy.

See BRIEFS on p. 13

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Guest Editorial

BARBARA RODEN

Flower literacy slowly returning I have great admiration for serious gardeners: people who grow their own seedlings, discuss pH levels, and can tell the difference between a Harmony and a Bee Imp marigold at 10 feet. Their gardens are immaculate, they take edging very seriously, and their lawns could double as fairways.

I am not one of these gardeners. I’m doing well if I manage to keep a poinsettia alive until New Year’s Day, and the less said about the garden, the better. Two weeks ago, however, I set out to tackle the wilderness that was our front yard. We don’t have a flamethrower, and I suspect that bylaws don’t allow the use of napalm within village limits, so it was on with the gardening gloves (once I found them) and out with the weed spike (after buying a new one, the old one having gone AWOL).

It took two days, and the help of other family members (good thing I bought two spikes), but I finally got the yard looking tidy once more. Something was missing, however, so off for flowers I went.

It’s been a long time since I bought plants, and at first it was rather like re-learning a language I once knew (“I bought these flowers once - yellow - no, not marigolds kind of papery . . .”). After a time, though, it started coming back to me, and I rolled the no-longer-forgotten names around my tongue. Calendula. Gazania. Lobelia.

Bacopa. Calibrachoa. And of course old favourites such as petunias, marigolds, violas, and pansies, glowing like jewels.

In 1872 my great-uncle, George Munro Grant, passed through the area while accompanying Sir Sandford Fleming on his surveying trip across Canada, and wrote of their travels in the book Ocean to Ocean (1873). The area around Ashcroft and Cache Creek, he said, was “no more a desert than are the rich valleys of California. Like them, it will grow anything, if irrigated.” Despite my lack of a green thumb, I’ll try to prove Uncle George right. And who knows? By the end of the summer I might be able to tell the difference between Harmony and Bee Imp marigolds myself.

A CESSNA SKYHAWK II named Bue Bird comes in for a landing at the Mother’s Day Fly In. 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, regulationrepealing 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 right-

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, Tom Fletcher sensationalist media reporting. tfletcher@blackpress.ca The parallels between local government responses to smart meter hysteria and this scientifically ignorant push against “pesticides” is telling. As Bennett put it, when ward shift in response to the B.C. Con- someone becomes convinced her child servative threat. is at risk, “that mum is pretty darn comBennett concluded after 10 months pelling when she goes to council.” Few of hearings that the public aversion to have the courage to stand up to that. common lawn and garden herbicides is The committee sought advice from based on “chemophobia” that flourish- Health Canada, whose scientists apes due to scientific illiteracy. That state- prove conditions of use for chemicals. ment is both politically dangerous and Health Canada representative Lindabsolutely correct. say Hansen said B.C. was the first I first covered this issue in the Oka- province to ask for its advice, despite nagan 25 years ago, when environment- the fact that most provinces have imalists fought the use of Roundup by the posed bans. These bans are political, forests ministry to knock down brush not public safety measures, University and promote new trees. The evidence of Guelph toxicologist Keith Solomon boils down to this: these complex or- told MLAs. ganic compounds break down in a short The committee also learned that period to simpler, common compon- “cosmetic” use accounts for only five ents that pose no threat. Thus, with buf- per cent of pesticide use. Most of it is fer zones around watercourses and tem- in agriculture, forestry and commercial porary entry restrictions, they are safe. pest control, with no ban proposed.

Unfortunately, most people know MLAs in farming areas signalled little or nothing about chemistry and re- their concern over the effect of this fuse to believe this. It’s part of the sciSee FLETCHER on p. 5 entific nonsense trend that has grown in

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Newest members of the Lions family Lions Ines Lopez and Arlene Lebedoff are the newest members to be inducted into the Ashcroft and District Lions Club. Lions Bob Cunningham, Bob Tuohey, Nick Lebedoff and Vivian Edwards welcome them into the club.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR No longer seeing red Dear Editor 1969 was the 25th anniversary of the liberation of Delft, South Holland. Tulips were developed and intended for families who lost members or aided in liberation for others to enjoy.

Tulips originally sent to my Grandma Cyr, in Whitehorse, Yukon, were sent on to us in Campbell River and later brought to Ashcroft.

The red colour was emulated from Flanders Poppies and the colour is unique in our world.

It is difficult for me to understand someone digging these up from my front yard. If you desperately need some, please let me

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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

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Bulk orders welcome Ashcroft Farmers Market starts Sat. June 2nd across fromSafety Mart SEE YOU THERE!!!

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COMING EVENTS May 23: Music in the Park with Country/Folk act Willy Blizzard.

Many beautiful paintings will be on display and for sale as apart of the ‘Plein Air - Paint Out’ Event. Starts at 7 pm in Heritage Place Park in Ashcroft.

May 24: Backyard Medicine Chest: growing herbs in your backyard. Free lecture, part of the Cache Creek Beautification Society lecture series. Everyone welcome.

7 pm, downstairs in the community hall.

May 28: Cache Creek Council meeting at 4:30 pm in the Village Office.

June 2: Skip’s Memorial Charity Run, sponsored by the Ashcroft & District Lions Club and Interior Savings Credit Union.

Run, Walk or Roll. Starts at 9 am at the Car Wash in Ashcroft.

June 4: Next monthly meeting of the Cache Creek Beautification Society. Starts at 11:30 am in the Village Office.

June 5: United Church Women will meet in the church hall at 2:00 pm for the last meeting before summer break. All interested ladies are welcome to join as a visitor or guest to see what the group is all about.

Ashcroft Chamber of Commerce meetings last Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the Chamber Office, Village Mall

Ashcroft Royal Canadian Legion FRI., MAY 25th HAM DINNER $9.00/plate

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friends and having a great time.

May 16 at 11:05 am a Traffic Services officer in Cache Creek was approached by a male who advised that a white Ford truck pulling a 5th wheel was all over the road.

The vehicle was located at the Husky and pulled over. The driver appeared groggy but produced a valid Drivers License. The 57 year old Kitimat man said he had pulled over at Hells Gate to take a nap after taking prescription medication. The officer conducted a roadside sobriety test, which the man Failed. He was

given a 24 hour suspension for being impaired by drugs.

A small amount of marijuana was found in plain view and seized. A 31 year old Kitimat woman asleep in the 5th wheel while it was being driven was given a ticket for not wearing a seat belt. The truck and trailer were deemed unroadworthy and were ordered off the road for inspection.

Cash found at A&W May 16 at 2:49 pm staff turned over a wad of cash found by a customer on May 13 at the Chevron. The owner is asked to contact the RCMP at 453-2216 and be prepared to describe it to them.

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The driver showed no signs of intoxication and replied that they were heading to the Lower Mainland. The officer noted that there were no proper child seats in the vehicle for the two young passengers, aged 4 and 9. The driver was told that he could not proceed without the car seats and was advised to get a hotel room in Cache Creek for the night, then look for alternative travel arrangements in the morning. He was issued two tickets for the car seat infraction.

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(Left) Ashcroft Communities in Bloom members Andrea Walker, Marijke Stott and Ina Gory with Megan Marlow’s primary class last week in the AES schoolground. The students were getting ready to plant sunflowers and potatoes.

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Planting taking place all over town Ashcroft Communities in Bloom committee had a few busy days over the past week as the warmer weather has allowed more outside activities.

Members were at work in downtown Ashcroft on May 12, topping up the soil in the barrel planters, replacing barrels that had deteriorated and moving barrels to new locations. Thank you once again to the Ashcroft Volunteer Firemen who watered all the barrels during their regular fire practice night on Tuesday evening. As the Communities in Bloom committee has no way to water all the barrels, the firemen’s assistance ensures that all the soil is damp and ready for planting.

The following day, a group of people came out to plant flowers in the barrels. There are over 60 barrels in the downtown area that the Communities in Bloom group prepares

and plants. The care for the rest of the season then turns over to individual businesses who are responsible for watering the flowers in the barrels in front of their establishments.

The Communities in Bloom group joined Ms. Megan Marlow’s primary class at Ashcroft Elementary School on Monday, May 14 for a dual project.

Two garden areas were tilled and readied for planting and the students eagerly waited to get started.

In one bed, students planted a variety of sunflower seeds, while in the other bed, they planted potatoes under a thick layer of straw mulch.

This is the third year that the Communities in Bloom group has planted sunflower seeds with a primary class at the school. Ms. Marlow has gone the extra mile and built on this experience, adding instructional units in both Art

and Science based on the sunflower planting.

The potato project is new this year and involved students planting seed potatoes under a thick layer of straw mulch.

The potatoes are not planted in the ground and hilled, rather, they are laid on the top of the ground and covered with approximately 10 inches of straw. The leaves of the potatoes will grow up through the straw, while the potatoes will form on the ground under the straw mulch. When the potatoes are ready to harvest, the straw will be pulled aside to expose the potatoes that had grown underneath.

This project will teach students many things about potatoes, and they will also go on a fieldtrip to the local museum where Mrs. Kathy Paulos will share the history of potatoes in Ashcroft with the students.

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Small Class sizes and additional support staff available to better meet the needs of students Speech and Language Intervention daily * School counselor available Strong sense of family Circle of Courage Values (belonging, mastery, independence & generosity) High School students write provincial exams on-site at the school Grade 12 students graduate with the Provincial Dogwood Certificate ** All Academic Programs Meet Provincial Standards**

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Flo Berry is a 35 year member of Legion Branch 113. She and her late husband Gordon Berry moved to Ashcroft in 1988. Since that year, you might describe Flo as one of the most active women in our comunity. Flo was President for two years and has filled, she says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;all the other executive officesâ&#x20AC;? including â&#x20AC;&#x153;chairing the Poppy campaign, chairing the Membership Committee, and she is on the House Committee. She adds also, another important function. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I do all the bursaries for the schools in Ashcroft and Cache Creekâ&#x20AC;?.

The remembrance of wars past and present and the sacrifice of the many thousands who gave their lives to preserve our way of life is still the fundamental purpose behind the sale of poppies. The importance of remembering is stressed by the wearing of the poppies by everyone from our legislative and federal members of governments, and by almost everyone during the days prior to remembrance day services and ceremonies. These ceremonies continue to be one of the most important events of any community anywhere in North America. That is no small deal, as they say.

Every year Flo has approached the schools to get the annual national contest for the best posters and essays of remembrance under-

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Sure, there are some who feel that it is better to forgive and forget such things as wars with all the carnage and pain they have inflicted. But those who feel remembering keeps the balance of justice and the weight of perception of the history of wars and what it does and has done to the world of humanity in focus have a compelling argument. Forgiving and forgetting in the hindsight of time is all too easy. But remembering puts the brake on humanityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capacity to destroy. It is, in the end, all about consequences.

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Every year, the Legion committee considers who will receive these awards. Family income is a large factor. And the judgements are very carefully considered.

When a Legion family member dies and there is a need for financial help for funeral and monument expenses, the Legion will undertake that responsibility.

The Legion also sponsors the Sea Cadets, a growing movement in the area which has become very visible at various community functions in recent years. This character building is essential to the mental and physical well beSee BERRY on p. 12

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VILLAGE OF ASHCROFT

Come fly with me The 13th annual Mothers Day Fly In at the Cache Creek airport lucked out this year with beautiful weather, between 40-50 airplanes and a huge crowd who kept the Lions hopping with the ďŹ&#x201A;apjacks. They served close to 400 breakfasts.

PUBLIC WORKS In recognition of National Public Works Week May 20-26, 2012, the Village of Ashcroft invites all residents to an Open House at the Ashcroft Public Works Shop at 990 Hwy 97C. The open house will be on Wednesday, May 23rd from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

On display will be pieces of the villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heavy duty equipment including the new automated garbage truck.

Village employees will be on hand to display how the new automated garbage truck operates and answer all of your questions.

Tours of the Ashcroft Sewer Treatment Plant (STP) will be available by request. This is an opportunity to ďŹ nd out what upgrades will be done to the STP later this year. Please ensure that you are wearing closed toe footwear if you wish to be on the tour.

For more information or to sign up for a tour, please contact the village ofďŹ ce at 250-453-9161

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alf of my household uses the lavatory in the way it was intended: get in, do your business and get the heck out. The other half uses it like a relaxing think tank that requires a considerable array of entertainment options.

“Mom, can you bring me another book, please?” hollered my eight-year-old daughter the other day after being in there for over half an hour.

Without hesitation I fetched a book from her bedroom. Hey – don’t judge me. She was asking for a real book for heaven’s sake.

That beats her preferred activity of surfing YouTube or playing video games while on the throne.

“You shouldn’t let her monopolize the bathroom for such long periods of time,” one of my childless friends counseled me. Really? I should give up that peace and quiet? It’s not like we don’t have two other toilets in the house.

“It’s her private time and she likes it,” I explained. “Some people are just that way.” One of those people is her dad. Another was a boss I had 26 years ago when I was a manager-in-training at McDonalds.

“I used to work for a guy who would spend 45 minutes in the bathroom every afternoon beginning at 2 o’clock sharp,” I said. “Like clockwork he’d

M a y You don’t like to pitch a fit, but if you want to be heard, that’s what you’re going to have to do. Make your stance known, Capricorn. Only then December 22– will you get the action January 19 you seek.

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Attention, Aquarius.

Someone close to you has something to say, and they need you to listen. A home improvement project turns out better than expected.

It’s a tall order, Pisces, but it’s not impossible.

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Please, Aries. You are a go-getter, but sometimes you go too far. Keep that in mind this week as you work with others to get a project off the ground.

Stop dragging your feet, Taurus. You know what needs to be done, so do it. The sooner you finish, the sooner you can move on to something you really want to do.

Pragmatic Gemini.

You’re always looking to get things done well in the shortest time possible, but sometimes just won’t work. Patience is key.

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roll up the newspaper, smack it against the counter and tell me to hold down the fort while nature called.”

Being a quick in-and-outer myself, I found his scheduled escapes fascinating and a welcome reprieve for the staff and me. But my boss’s boss saw it as a theft of time when he discovered his employee’s wellknown routine. Once he realized the daily breather was in addition to extended lunch and coffee breaks, Mister Two O’Clock Sharp was fired. I lost track of his bathroom habits after that.

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Make certain you are understood on all accounts this week.

Leave nothing to chance. A friend drops by with an unusual request.

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Bickering rarely solves anything, so put a stop to the madness the first chance you get, Leo. You will get nothing done if you don’t.

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August 23– September 22

the loo, I asked some people how long they usually spend there.

Similar to my family, about half were speedy like my son and me, and half were as slow as molasses.

“It’s the only time I get to be alone,” a mother of five replied.

“I’ll stay in there as long as I possibly can.”

“It’s my sanctuary,” my yoga instructor friend said. “And I come up with my best ideas when I’m on the can.” Ah… how Zen. The bathroom has certainly evolved over the years and the wonderful invention of the toilet

October 23– November 21 A loved one has a meltdown, and you’re left to pick up the pieces. You can do it, Virgo, and you will do it well. A new do lifts spirits in more ways than one.

Clam up, Libra, and you will regret it.

Prepare to present your idea and watch the sparks fly. The to-do list nears completion with an addition.

A change in attitude picks up the pace, and the team finishes well ahead of schedule.

Bravo, Scorpio. Your efforts won’t go unnoticed.

What’s that, Sagittarius? Your pleas are falling on deaf ears? Perhaps it’s your method of presentation. Be bold, and you’ll get what November 22– you seek.

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has given people a comfy place to hang out. I doubt many people were lingering in the smelly outhouses of years ago.

Nowadays bathrooms can be the nicest rooms in a house, and it’s rare not to find a magazine to browse or something else to do while in there. One of my friends has magnetic poetry on the wall beside the toilet to help pass time.

“My mother thinks it’s unsanitary,” she said. “But it’s no different than holding a book.

After the task at hand is complete and toilet paper has been used, people generally wash their hands and leave. If they don’t, there are plenty of other things in the house she should worry they’ll touch.”

Fortunately slowpokes on the toilet tend to be slowpokes at the sink too. And why not?

Lavatories are so much more than what they were once intended.

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Pushing yourself to be just that little bit better I call him my running buddy, often he’s my motivator and always an inspiration.

Living Well

A: Running.

Q: What is your fitness background?

A: I didn’t start anything until my mid 30s and then I started Karate and got up to my black belt and helped Aki teach for a while, then I was sporadic for a while then did some downhill skiing and water skiing. After I retired and when the gym opened downtown, I started a more steady routine of exercise.

Q: What would you like to tell others about being fit?

A: If you get out and do some form of exercise and keep your weight down, you totally feel a lot better. You don’t have all the aches and pains and just feel better.

Q: Anything in the future you would like to accomplish?

A: Stay active as long as I can. Keep doing the Kamloops “Boogie the Bridge” run as long as I can.

and health: SomeQ: What motivwhere along ates you to exercise the way as and how does being we’ve run fit affect your life? half maraA: You just feel thons, lifted Vicky Trill a lot better. Find you weights and have a lot less aches crunched trills@telus.net and pains. Totally abs, he has altogether feel betbecome my ter and want to get friend. Last out and do things year we ran a Q: How often do you exercise and half marathon at the same pace. This year, what do you do? we ran it again, and I couldn’t keep up.

A: I exercise five days per week. Three You would think at 40 I could keep up with my 73 year old friend, but not Merv. days total body workouts and at least two You may know Merv McKague? He days of running each week.

Q: What’s your favorite activity to makes fitness a part of each day. Whether he’s walking with his wife, running a “re- do? laxing 10 k”, pumping iron or stretching, Merv keeps pushing.

Last weekend as a group The Royal Canadian Legion #113 Sage & Sand Pony Club of us hiked up the Three 301 Brink St., Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0 District Commissioner: Sandy Agatiello Phone: 250-453-2423 Fax # 250-453-9625 Meadow hike, he told me that sageandsandspc@hotmail.com when he sets out to do someSouth Cariboo Elizabeth Fry Society Ashcroft-Cache Creek Rotary Club thing, he does it. Like when 601 Bancroft St. Box 603, Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0 Contact Person: Denise Fiddick Phone 250-453-9547 he tells himself “I’m going to 250-453-9656 hike to the top of this mounDesert Spokes Cycle Society Ashcroft and District Fall Fair tain and back” he does just Phone 250-457-9348 Contact Person: Janna 250-457-6614 that. No changing your mind Contact Person: Jessica 250-453-2352 and turning around short of Ashcroft Curling Club Phone 250-453-2341 Soups On the goal.

St. Alban’s Anglican Church Hall, 501 Brink Street Merv has a history of fitTel: 250-453-9909 or 250-453-2053 - All Welcome Ashcroft & District Rodeo Association ness from karate, to weight Phone: 250-457-9390 Ducks Unlimited Canada training and running, he uses Ashcroft/Cache Creek Volunteer Chapter his competitive nature to Ashcroft Volunteer Fire Department Phone 250-374-8307 push himself to be just that Phone 250-453-2233 little bit better. Here’s what Ashcroft and Masonic Lodge Zarthan Lodge No#105 he has to say about exercise Cache Creek Volunteer Fire Department

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Contact Person: Dave 250-453-9062

Contact Persons: Andrea Walker 250-453-9402 or Marijke Stott 250-453-0050

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Contact Person: Jackie

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Ken Brown - Phone: 250-453-9415

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Highland Valley expands operations Community service is key perâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother company) to provide procurement, engineering and construction management.

Fluor is expected to add a new flotation building including 300 cubic meter tank cells.

The existing grinding circuit, tailings and water supply system are expected to be upgraded.

Highland operates 24 hours a day and 365 days a year.

A conventional truck and shovel is used to extract the copper. The pit rim crushing/ conveying system is rated at 4,000 tonnes per hour. Approximately 135,000 tonnes of ore is processed daily, as well

as one million pounds of copper and 14,000 pounds of molybdenum.

A truck and rail system is used to transport the concentrates to domestic markets and to Vancouver for shipping.

The tailings are deposited into an impoundment dam that is designed to withstand a magnitude 6.5 earthquake.

The company has won several awards for sound environmental performance. The mine has been recognized for 13 of the past 16 years as being the safest large mine in B.C.

From the Vet Spay and Neuter Benefits Spaying and Neutering dogs and cats is one of the most important healthcare decisions an owner can make. It is also the best way to control the problem of pet overpopulation and unwanted animals. There are a variety of medical and behavioural benefits to the animal. Both procedures involve surgical removal of the reproductive organs (ovaries and uterus in females, and testicles in males). Both surgeries are commonly performed by veterinarians on a regular basis. Pain management during and following the procedure are carefully managed by the veterinary team to make the procedure as easy on the animal as possible. Spaying and neutering before 6 months of age is easier on the animals because the reproductive organs are small and underdeveloped. Most often animals feel so well following surgery that owners have difficulty getting them to rest post operatively because they want to get right back to their normal activities of running and playing.

Spay Spaying a dog or cat has many health benefits associated with it. The most common cancer in intact (un-spayed) female dogs is mammary (breast) cancer. One dog out of four (25%) intact female dogs will develop mammary cancer. Less than 1% of spayed female dogs and 9% of female cats will develop mammary cancer if they are spayed before they are sexually mature (before their first heat which can occur any time after 6 months of age). In dogs 50% of mammary tumors are malignant meaning they will spread to other parts of the body.

In cats 85% of mammary tumors are malignant. Even if your dog or cat is an adult they will still benefit from being spayed because studies show that animals with mammary tumors have better survival rates when they are spayed.

Aside from virtually eliminating the risk of mammary cancer in female dogs, spaying can prevent pyometra. Pyometra is a life threatening infection of the uterus which will result in death if not treated. Without surgery to remove the uterus and ovaries (spay), and intensive care, the patient will die. The surgery to treat a pyometra is risky as the affected animal will be very sick and make it at higher risk for death under general anesthesia.

It is common for intact females to develop pyometra due to hormones acting on the uterus during a heat cycle.

Other benefits to a spayed female include no messy or malodourous heat cycles which can occur as often as every 4-8 months. Heat cycles also attract any male dogs in the area.

Many owners are concerned spaying will change their animalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behaviour. It is important to remember that an intact female displays hormonal changes only during the short time which she is in heat, for the rest of the year she would act the same as a spayed female. Weight gain is also a concern for many owners following spaying. If your animal is fed appropriately then weight gain will not be a problem.

Risks and costs of having puppies or kittens are high.

The risks for the mother include death during delivery. Even with normal deliveries it is quite common for a few puppies and kittens to die. It is not uncommon to require caesarean sections to give birth to puppies and not only is this risky for the mother, but often puppies will not survive. C-sections can cost in excess of $2500. Other costs include increased feeding requirements of the mothers, vaccine costs, deworming costs, and any extra veterinary exams required.

Many owners think dogs and cats are excellent mothers all of the time but this is simply not true. In many instances you will have to bottle feed puppies/kittens as often as every 2 hours for 3-4 weeks, and this can be very time consuming with the amount of puppies or kittens in a litter (can be in excess of 10 in many dogs). A responsible breeder will also have to pay

for veterinary exams, deworming, and vaccines for all of the puppies/kittens.

Before breeding your animal you should consider if it has characteristics which will be beneficial to their offspring. Only registered animals should be bred, and only then if they will improve the breed. Breeding is a huge responsibility and should only be undertaken with very careful consideration and mentorship from a well-established respected breeder. For example a responsible breeder waits until an animal is 2 years old before breeding in order to ensure it undergoes the proper testing to ensure genetic/inherited diseases are not present.

Visit: http://ic.upei.ca/cidd/ OR get this link at cachevet.com to see what genetic/inherited diseases are common in different breeds. Consider the costs associated with this testing before breeding your animal, as well as the implications of producing an unhealthy litter of puppies or kittens and what you will do with them. A responsible breeder will take unhealthy animals back and care for them.

Neutering Health benefits in male animals that are neutered include zero risk of testicular cancer, and decreased risk of certain kinds of hernias. A male animal with an undescended testicle is at an increased risk for testicular cancer and should be neutered. In male dogs prostate health is greatly improved by neutering. An intact male dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prostate will grow over time due to hormonal influence. This can lead to difficulty defecating and urinating. An intact dog is also at greater risk for prostate infections. Either of the above issues is avoided when you neuter your dog. Neutering your pet while he is young and healthy is always a lower risk procedure then when he is older and may have other diseases.

Behavioural benefits in male animals are a very important reason to neuter them. Urine marking/spraying is reduced by 50% in neutered dogs and 90% in cats. Aggressive behaviour to other animals and people is reduced by 60% in dogs and 90% in cats. Fight wounds are much more common to see in intact males, and often require extensive veterinary care. Inappropriate mounting (humping) behaviour in dogs is decreased by 70%. Most importantly roaming behaviour is decreased by 90% in dogs and cats with neutering. This behaviour is very important to control because the majority of animals seen with extensive trauma from being hit by a car are intact males due to the fact that they were roaming and looking for a female.

Remember your dog or cat will not feel less â&#x20AC;&#x153;manlyâ&#x20AC;? after he is neutered, and you should not consider this to be a factor when electing to have this procedure done.

The most important benefit of spaying and neutering an animal is reducing the problem of pet overpopulation. In 2010, 322 dogs and 745 cats were surrendered to the Kamloops SPCA, and 20% or 171 of those animals were euthanized.

Consider this is just one of many shelters in Canada who has to euthanize unwanted pets. By spaying or neutering your pet you ensure that further unwanted animals will not be born.

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ing of young people.

Recently, the cadets raised money to go to Halifax to witness the Battle of the Atlantic ceremonies. The Legion has contributed $1,500 toward the expense.

Flo has been a Royal Purple member of Branch 263 for 45 years. Was president and also past president of the District Health Care auxiliary.

The Legion also sponsors the cubs and scouts of Canada, and recently gave the Ashcroft Volunteer Fire Dept. a generous donation towards a new piece of equipment. Flo points out that the donation came from the Poppy fund. Other donations include the Thompson View Manor for building improvements.

There is scarcely a part of our community that the Legion has not touched.

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has not only been vitally connected to the Legion Branch 113. For some years Flo sold ads for The Journal newspaper for special events.

Flo has two daughters: Patti, who lives in 100 Mile House and is an emergency nurse at the hospital there, nd Bonnie, who is the radiologist at Maple Ridge hospital. A son passed away in Edmonton five years ago.

Her late husband Gordon served as an air navigator in the second world war. Made 17 missions. Over Germany, their plane was attacked and three of the five crew members were able to parachute out, but were captured by the Germans and interred in a POW camp. Not long after, the war was over and Gordon arrived home safely.

Such a busy, productive life, most of it in the service of others.

We salute you, Flo! God Bless!

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The mine already employs approximately 900 people, with nearly half of them living in Kamloops.

With the Highland Valley Copper Mill Optimization project, copper recovery is expected to increase by two per cent and mill output to increase by 10 per cent.

Fluor Corporation on May 3 was awarded a contract from Teck (Highland Valley Cop-

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Interior Science Council Council agreed to send a letter of support for the Interior Science Innovation Council.

ISIC is based in Kamloops and is one of several science and innovation councils around the province.

The request came from Ashcroft resident John Savage, who is chair of ISIC and has been a board member for 10 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen signs that suggest consideration is being given to focusing Science Council efforts to only key urban centres such as Kelowna, Kamloops, Prince George, etc.,â&#x20AC;? he said.

The science and innovation councils help science and technology-related businesses develop by offering funding, mentorship and other help.

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Council agreed to forward its questions about the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Expert Panelâ&#x20AC;? appointed by the Liberal government to review business taxation and municipal revenue sources. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why is this necessary?â&#x20AC;? asked Coun. Helen Kormendy.

Coun. Tegart replied that she suspected it originated from a strong lobby on behalf of business who werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happy with local taxation.

The Liberals recently

anounced the names of its appontees to the review panel.

None of the appointees represent a municipality, noted Coun. Tegart. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We should forward this to SILGA and see if we can get a little more push - tell them we are not happy with this response (from Minister Kevin Falcon).â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Perhaps we can put names forward as suggestions,â&#x20AC;? offered Coun.

Kormendy.

ER Schedule Council agreed to send another letter to Interior Health â&#x20AC;&#x153;voicing our displeasureâ&#x20AC;? that the Emergency Room is only open two days between May 1-31. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That to me is totally unacceptable,â&#x20AC;? said Coun. Tegart, who pointed out the schedule.

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Celebrations of life services were held in Legal, AB and in Kelowna at the Ridgeview Church on Hollywood. Jimmy grew up in Ashcroft, BC and spent much of his time playing hockey, riding his bike and fishing with friends. He loved swimming at the pool and camping. He moved with his family to Penticton where he went to high school. He travelled around for a few years and then had a daughter with Jen Reid in Kelowna. He then moved to Edmonton, AB where he was working at Mission Building Supplies driving a delivery truck, and then worked at his dream job at Cabelas fishing and sport goods store.

He spent his holidays fishing, and camping with his family. He also loved nature photography. He enjoyed watching and playing hockey. Jimmy loved making people smile. He died at the young age of 33 and will be missed by all who loved him. We will never forget those sparkling eyes and mischievous grin. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to A4K (athletes for kids).

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SERVICE ADVISOR. Brown’s Chrysler Ltd. Westlock, Alberta is looking for an above average individual skilled in customer service. Duties to include: effective communication with customers, recommend scheduled maintenance and schedule work. Qualifications shall include: knowledge of vehicles and the automotive industry. Sales experience is considered an asset, strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, ability to work in a fast paced environment with tight time constraints, computer literate and posses a valid drivers licence. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager. Phone 1780-349-5566. Fax 1-780-3496493 or email: dalem@brownschrysler.com

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

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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.

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

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

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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.

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Trades, Technical AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN. Journeyman Automotive Service Technician required. 45 minutes North of Edmonton, Alberta. Busy flat rate Chrysler dealership. Above average wages to commensurate with training level achieved. Chrysler experience an asset but not essential. 4th year apprentice considered. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager.

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The Company produces lumber, wood chips, fibreboard, plywood, pulp, linerboard, kraft paper and newsprint at its mills throughout Alberta, British Columbia, and the southern United States. The Company currently has an excellent career opportunity at the Chasm sawmill division in 70 Mile House, BC. We are currently seeking an individual for the role of full time Accounts Payable Clerk.

The candidate selected for this position will also be required to train as the back-up shipper and payroll administrator.

This position requires an individual who is responsible for initiating, monitoring and processing purchase orders and invoices; ensuring timely payment of bills and preparation of internal reporting packages. In addition to regular accounts payable work, the candidate will be asked to learn the shipping and payroll duties to provide holiday relief.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the procurement process. The candidate will be a self-starter, possessing exceptional communication, planning, organization, and computer skills. Knowledge of sawmill manufacturing processes is an asset. Must have a valid driver’s license. A degree or diploma in office administration or business management is preferred.

To explore this dynamic opportunity, submit your resume, by mail or fax, in confidence prior to May 31, 2012, to: Office Manager, Chasm Sawmill, A Division of West Fraser Mills Ltd, P.O. Box 190, 70 Mile House, BC, V0K 2K0; Or by fax: Fax (250) 459 7070 For more information on West Fraser Mills Ltd, visit our website at: www.westfraser.com We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

ARROW TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS INC.

Required Immediately Licensed Commercial Transport Mechanic Commercial Vehicle Inspection ticket an asset Fulltime Position Ashcroft B.C. Full benefit package including pension.

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

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Cache Creek sponsors rodeo Looking down from Gulley-Ridge Trail Cache Creek Council agreed to provide a donation to the Ashcroft Rodeo after a delegation of Ernie Dobson, Linda Holland and Leeanne Lamha asked them to reconsider.

Dobson told Council at its May 14 meeting that they weren’t expecting Cache Creek’s decision not to donate this year.

“We would like you to take a second look at this, at least for this year, and come up with something,” he said.

Cache Creek has donated $500 for the past several years. They agreed to do so again this year.

Dobson reminded them that people who come to see the rodeo spend money in town for meals,

hotels and gas. It is also a big fundraiser for several local service groups like Rotary, Lions, Cadets and 4-H. “In view of the fact this is their 50th anniversary, I would be willing to reconsider,” said Coun.

Herb Hofer.

Coun. Wyatt McMurray said this was Council’s first attempt to “tighten its belt” and was “akin to firing a shot over the bow to let you know we have to start tightening up.” He said he was surprised that support for the donation wasn’t approved. “We all need to really understand we don’t have the money we used to.”

The motion to fund a Platinum sponsorship passed unanimously.

Confined passageways and wide open vistas make this hike quite interesting.

Beginning at the end of Heustis Drive in the Mesa, the trail heads up a short piece of the Inukshuk Trail at a steady incline until reaching the actual trailhead.

An old buried car marks the start of the trail that heads up the streambed and gulley that has been formed over many years. Hiking poles and well treaded hiking shoes definitely give one an added advantage on this hike.

As this is an old streambed that is the result of flash flood-

by Andea Walker ing over many years, rocks of various sizes have been tumbled and strewn, making footing challenging at times. As you wind up the streambed keeping to the left, the gulley begins to become deeper and narrower. Close your eyes for a moment and imagine the thunder and power of the water as it carved its way through the original arroyo leaving in its wake, the steep sides and hoodoo-shaped pinnacles.

Upon reaching the top of the gulley, a wide expanse of meadow opens in front of you. Head to your right for a short distance and skirt around the end of the barbed wire fence. Not far along will be the top end of another gulley. Walk toward the hills and as the gulley recedes a marker will show where to cross to the opposite side. Now you will be able to hike along the ridge at the

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edge of the meadow.

To your left, the meadow extends to the base of the hills.

To your right, the land falls away below you giving an ever-changing view of the subdivision, town and valley below. As you follow the crest of the ridge, watch for the many patches of cacti that love to grow amongst the sagebrush, the occasional wildflower and perhaps even a wily coyote.

Most of the trail along the ridge is a well worn path; however, there is one spot that begins a descent that requires careful foot placement – watch your step here.

By the time you have hiked ≠high up above the Trailer Park, you will have neared the end of the upper ridge portion and will begin the descent down the ridge toward the highway. As you slide down the last bit of loose gravel, a large bushy juniper covered with an abundance of the most beautiful light blue berries marks the trail from here.

Follow what looks like a very old road to your right.

Though not as well-defined as other areas, the path here is still visible winding through the sagebrush. An occasional inukshuk will let you know you are on the right track. You will dip down and up through a few more arroyos as you make your way back toward the Mesa subdivision.

Eventually you will come to a fence which has a wellworn path beside it. Follow the trail and It will lead you right back to the start of the gulley.

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