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The B.C. Liberal government has agreed to a $20-million compensation deal that will see Shell Canada give up disputed coal bed gas tenure in the remote Klappan region of Northwest British Columbia.

Shell’s exploration of 4,000 square kilometres at the headwaters of the Skeena, Nass and Stikine rivers has been opposed by the Tahltan Nation since the

tenure was awarded by the province in 2004.

The company drilled three exploration wells in the first year, which it now intends to decommission as it leaves the area.

The province has agreed to provide Shell $20 million in gas royalty credits to compensate for its investment in the Klappan region. That is to be put towards a water recycling project that Shell is building to supply hydraulic fracturing operations on its shale gas developments in the Peace

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“It is a place of cultural, spiritual, historic and social importance.

Our people do not want to see it developed, and we look forward to working with British Columbia on achieving that goal.”

McPhee added the Tahltan have received offers of support from local, provincial, national and international organizations in their opposition to the development.

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Sobering thoughts on giving the gift of safe travel

Choosing a sober driver, focusing on the road and keeping your speed appropriate to conditions are vital ways that you can ensure your family – and others – enjoy a safe season and reach your holiday destinations.

Beyond furthering your own health and safety, consider some of the other gifts you’ll give yourself by making responsible choices about driving this winter: • Savings of $600 to $4,000 toward your post-holiday credit card bills!

They’re yours when you choose a designated driver, take transit or a taxi, use a volunteer-based safe ride home service like Operation Red Nose, stay in your host’s spare bedroom – or make any smart choice that keeps you from driving after drinking and facing the costly consequences.

At CounterAttack road checks, police will be enforcing the immediate roadside prohibitions that have helped to save more than 100 lives on British Columbia roads over the past two years.

• A chance to see Santa’s reindeer!

OK, maybe they won’t cross the road in front of you. But if you’re distracted while driving – texting, using a hand-held phone, eating, changing CDs or otherwise not paying attention – there’s a good chance you’ll

miss seeing something much more important, like a pedestrian or a red light.

Distracted driving is deadly serious: on average, about 117 people die each year in B.C. and 1,400 are sent to hospital because a driver wasn’t paying attention. Talking on a hand-held phone at the wheel brings a $167 fine, while texting or e-mailing also nets you three penalty points.

• Having your car in your driveway Christmas morning!

This is one gift you won’t enjoy if you speed excessively (more than 40 km/h over the posted limit) and have your car impounded for seven days, or if you drive too fast for conditions and end up crashing.

Give yourself enough time and keep your distance from the vehicle in front of you.

Remember, the point is to enjoy family and friends when you

get there – not if you get there.

• Inner peace!

Nothing takes away from your comfort and joy like losing control

Lone Butte VFD recruitment campaign successful As a result of a successful recruit- the LBVFD. ment campaign, the Cariboo Regional Folks who are interested in becomDistrict’s Lone Butte Volunteer Fire ing a Lone Butte volunteer firefighter Department (LBVFD) is no can contact Scott at 250-395longer in danger of closing 6665. its doors.

Although this is good news Prior to the campaign, the for the LBVFD, recruitment department had 12 active and retention are ongoing members. Since Oct. 23, 30 challenges for many regional applications have been handfire departments. ed out with 13 completed All CRD volunteer fire applications being received by departments are always lookJaret the fire chief Jaret Scott. ing for new volunteers to join Scott The Lone Butte Horse the ranks.

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er giggled. “I bet she hasn’t got a boyfriend.”

My face grew red with anger. I hated it when people jeered at me for not having a boyfriend. I wouldn’t have minded one, but somehow I had always been avoided.

My friend Stacy smiled at me from across the room as the dance ended.

I shook from my mind the girls’ mean talk.

I pressed my back self-consciously against the wall and watched the dancers, all young kids like me, choose different partners. I couldn’t watch anymore and escaped to the long refreshment table.

Did every girl suffer like this at her first dance? I felt oddly like only I did. I sipped the sparkly punch in my glass. It cooled my tongue considerably. I inwardly sighed.

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By Elaine Hefer Dear Journal: The large room was stiflingly hot and I felt sweat dampening my armpits.

It wasn’t the heat. I was nervous.

It was the night of my first dance party. It was Christmas Eve; the prospect of Christmas made me excited but it didn’t cover my nervousness.

Standing alone against the wall I watched the lively dancers. I was wearing my red satin dress that my mother had got me on my 15th birthday last week. I was enduring discomfort because I felt abnormally hot and worried.

Not far away stood a group of girls, chatting together. I couldn’t make myself go and chat with them; they were talking about me in loud, high voices.

“She’s alone,” one said shrilly. “I saw her come.”

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low breaths. I preferred deep breaths but my dress prevented me the luxury.

I had my back to the dancers and momentarily I heard heavy footsteps behind me; I realized someone was approaching.

By the way the feet were forcefully laid down, I knew it wasn’t my friend coming.

The footsteps stopped behind me. I didn’t want to turn but I had to. For a moment, I was completely startled. The boy standing before me was tall and lithe. His eyes were a pure, sparkling hazel and his light hair was perfectly combed. I figured he was about 17.

He made an awkward attempt to bow. “Can I… Shall we dance?”

I breathed slowly. I nodded and he held out his arm. I told myself repeatedly not to trip over my feet.

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The dance was a slow one and I concentrated on the steps. We didn’t say anything and my mind was whirling crazily. Finally he murmured softly, “Are you alone, too?”

I glanced up at his expressive hazel eyes and nodded. Had I ever seen such eyes before?

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The B.C. Liberal government recently launched the Small Business Profile 2012.

It’s a statistical report highlighting the major role small business plays in British Columbia through job creation, economic investment, exports and contributions to the province’s gross domestic product.

Produced by the provincial government and BC Stats, the Small Business Profile can be found online, and new this year, a web-based version optimized for Smartphones is available.

Some of the 2012 profile’s highlights include: • B.C. ranks first in Canada for the number of small businesses per

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• Small business provides about 56 per cent of all private-sector jobs in B.C., the second-highest rate in the country.

• B.C. small businesses shipped approximately $16.9 billion worth of merchandise to international destinations in 2010, up $6 billion from

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• Small business employed more than one million people in the province in 2011.

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Progress continues on Ministry of Social Development’s 12-point plan The Ministry of Social Development has led consultations throughout 2012 as an essential element of delivering on the recommendations to improve supports for adults with developmental disabilities made 11 months ago.

Community engagement workshops gathering feedback on an integrated service delivery model have now wrapped up in 14 communities around British Columbia. Some 766 people participated in the workshops, including individuals with developmental disabilities, parents, a wide range of service providers and government agency staff.

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BC Hydro is sharing tips that help save energy during the holidays.

• Switch to LED holiday lights. LED lights use 90 per cent less electricity than regular lights, allowing you to light your tree for about a penny a day.

To save even more, put your outdoor lights on a timer.

• Turn down the heat.

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heating costs by five per cent by turning down the heat by two degrees. Use a programmable thermostat to automatically turn the temperature down by five degrees each night for eight hours while you sleep and you could see a 10 per cent reduction on your bill.

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• Blinds or drapes provide insulation and prevent heat loss.

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The Green Lake Snowmobile Club will hold a party for members and friends Dec. 31 at its clubhouse on South Green Lake Road.

There will be three live bands with a variety of music. Folks should bring your own beverages, as well as snacks or appies to share with others. The doors open at 9 p.m.

Poker tournament The last poker tournament of the year was held on Dec. 8 at the 70 Mile Community Hall.

There were 31 players and the winners were: first, Katrina Sam; second, John Charlie; third, Joe Adams; fourth, Dave MacDonald; and fifth, Rudi Mani.

The next tournament will be held Jan. 12. Doors open at noon and play starts at 1 p.m.

Bingo enjoyed The Christmas bingo on Dec. 12 attracted 24 players.

A good time was had, as everyone shared in prizes of turkeys, hams, good neighbour prizes

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The next bingo will be held Jan. 10 at Seventy Mile Access Centre.

Doors open at 6 p.m. and play starts at 7 p.m.

Fire practice The next South Green Lake Volunteer Fire Department fire practice will be held Jan. 5 at the fire hall and runs from 10 a.m. to noon.

Snowmobile club The Green Lake Snowmobile Club will have an executive meeting on Jan. 2 and a general meeting on Jan. 7.

Meetings are held at the clubhouse and start at 7 p.m.

ing the holidays to help you draft proof your home by sealing the gaps and cracks with caulking and weather stripping. This can reduce heat loss by up to 10 per cent.

• While shopping for gifts, consider purchasing ENERGY STAR electronics, such as TVs, DVD players and cordless phones. They use up to 30 per cent less electricity.

• A ceiling fan can affect indoor temperature by 10 per cent.

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Spinning your ceiling fan in the clockwise direction produces a gentle updraft, which forces warm air near the ceiling down into the occupied space.

• Close the damper tightly when the fireplace is not in use to dramatically reduce heat loss. If you only use the fireplace occasionally, install glass doors.

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Patrick Guy, left, and Eli Jaeger of the 100 Mile House Junior Secondary guitar class were among the musicians performing during the Winter Concert 2012 at Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School (PSO), Dec. 20. There were also performances by the PSO concert band and concert choir, as well as the 100 Mile Community Concert Band.

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Forest Grove Elementary School kindergarten to Grade 3 students and their Roots of Empathy teacher Laurel Ryan, right, welcomed mom Jasmine Kreschuk and her three-month-old baby, Calvin, to their class recently for one of their scheduled visits. The program is designed to teach them to recognize others feelings and develop healthy relationships among peers.

When a teacher at Mile 108 Elementary School was diagnosed with breast cancer recently, students immediately jumped into action, organizing a bake sale to raise money for breast cancer research. It tugged at the heartstrings of school volunteer Brent Rutherford who felt the children should be honoured for their maturity and empathy.

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South Cariboo Citizens on Patrol volunteers Karl Delling, left, and Bob McCormack were selling raffle tickets at Cariboo Mall on Dec. 15. The revenue from the raffle will be used for the group’s general operating expenses.

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Santa and Mrs. Claus and all their elves appeared to have a great time at the annual 108 Mile Breakfast with Santa on Dec. 8. Close to 80 children had their photographs taken with the jolly old elf and his wife.

Billy Feistmantl, left, assisted Sherry Stewart when she stopped by the Green Sisters Natural Health & Beauty booth to find just the right gift. It was one of a number of tables with seasonal offerings at the recent Horse Lake Community Farm Co-operative Treats & Treasures sale.

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Additions, renovations, flooring, finishing, framing, ceramics, drywall, cabinets, garages, concrete work. Planning & ideas. Please call Barry 250-3954533

HEAT your entire home, domestic water and more with the Classic OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Dual fuel ready models available. Call Today.

Cameo Plumbing & Heating (250)395-3535.

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Roads surveyed. Near El Paso, Texas. 1-800-843-7537 www.sunsetranches.com

The Wolf & The Rush radio stations in 100 Mile & Williams Lake requires sales executives. Sales experience preferred. Vehicle and valid license required. To apply email

Maintenance Services

160 ACRES with small older cabin near Sharpe Lake. This is a gorgeous piece of property, thinking permanent residence or recreation, one walk on this property and you will love it. $175,400. Call Pat Ford at res. 250-396-4230, office 250-395-3422. RE/MAX Country Lakes Realty, each office independently owed and operated.

Everyone welcome!

Please call 250-395-5303 to confirm next meeting date and location.

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Vacation Spots A WINTER vacation on the big island of Hawaii on Punalu-u Black Sands Beach & Golf Course. caribooconnection.ca.

Employment Automotive BUSY Commercial Truck & Trailer Repair Shop in Salmo, BC seeking JOURNEYMAN or fourth year APPRENTICE MECHANIC. Shop works a four on three off schedule. Extended health care & pension plan available. Wages dependant on experience & qualifications.

Please email resume to: rob@summitrepair.ca (PDF) or fax to 250-357-2009 attn Rob.

Business Opportunities WORD classified ads can be emailed to us at:

classifieds@ 100milefreepress.net BUT remember to include: • your phone number (and area code) • category you want your ad in • number of weeks you want the ad to run.

• your credit card number, name on card, expiry date, and verification code Ads received without the required information will not be published. There is a $5 charge if you require a tear sheet or need your credit card receipt mailed back to you.

If you require further information, please call the Free Press at

(250) 395-2219

Lost & Found FOUND in Dollar Tree parking lot, December 18th. A man’s watch. Phone 250-395-4042 to identify and claim.

LOST: Save On Foods. Saphire blue ring, gold band.

Sentimental. 250-397-2376.

Travel

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Conveniently Located to Shops and Restaurants. www.crystalpalmsbeach resort.com 1-888-360-0037.

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EMPLOYMENT ALERT. Some “ Work at Home” advertisements as well as some advertisements that appear to offer jobs usually sell information manuals and directions.

PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE.

Career Opportunities TRAIN TO be an Apartment/Condominium Manager at home! We have jobs across Canada. Thousands of graduates working. 32 years of success! Government certified. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-6658339, 604-681-5456.

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking CONTRACT LOGGING Trucks Wanted! If you are a safe, reliable, and experienced driver that would like work in West Central Alberta, please call Darcy @ 403-638-6047.

Help Wanted An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator 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. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

IF YOU would like to volunteer for the residents of Mill Site Lodge/Fischer Place Care Homes, then please join our auxiliary. We meet the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. in the Mill Site Lodge boardroom. For info call Shelly at 250-791-9277.

Owner operator and company drivers required for Super B lumber freight, B.C. & Alberta.

Phone (250) 398-2299 or (250) 302-9922.

PROCESSOR operator needed in Mackenzie area. 1 yr experience minimum. Travel pay, apartment and daily living allowance provided. Wage determined on level of experience. Will consider part time ( week on week off). Email info to moffatfalls@gmail.com, attn Craig Chapman.

cverbenkov@reachthecariboo.com

or fax 250-992-2354.

WANTED SHORT Logger and Hayrack for work till the end of March. Call 604-819-3393.

Services

Counselling TRAINED Counselor is available 24 hours a day to offer support, understanding, and help. Confidential and free of charge.

Interior Crisis Line Network Call Toll Free 1-888-353-CARE (2273) www.heretohelp.bc.ca www.YouthinBC.com www/mindcheck.ca

Health Products GET 50% off - Join Herbal Magic this week and get 50% Off. Lose weight quickly, safely and keep it off, proven results! Call Herbal Magic today!

1-800-854-5176.

Therapy Groups ALANON - Does someone’’s drinking bother you? Meet with others who feel the same.

Meet Mondays, 7pm at the Health Centre at the back of the Hospital. Contact 250-3954646 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meetings in 100 Mile area: Mondays noon at #18 - 208 8th Street. Tuesdays, 8pm, St. Timothy’s Church. Thursdays 7:30pm, 108 Community Centre. Saturday night fireside family group 8pm, 100 Mile United Church.

Sundays 7:30pm, south Cariboo Community Health Centre,rear entrance. 250-791-5286, 250395-4646, 250-395-6154, 250395-5368

Education/Tutoring ARE you an adult who struggles to read, write or do math?

Partner Assisted Learning (PAL) can help! We provide free one-to-one tutoring. Call Mary at 250-395-0404

Esthetics Services ELECTROLYSIS at Derma Core. Call Sandra - Certified Electrologist - 250-791-5454.

Financial Services IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple.

Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

SNOW PLOWING. (driveways) 250-791-9265 ask for Vic.

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay 80LB square bales of alfalfa orchard grass, also reed canary grass and feeder hay. Hillpoint Farms. 250-791-6652.

Excellent quality 2012 cow & horse hay, large round & large square bales. Phone early a.m. and evenings.del. avail.

(250)398-2805.

Hay For Sale Big Round Bales. Alfalfa, Orchard Grass & Timothy. Various Qualities Available. R-M Ranch Vanderhoof, BC Ph# 250-567-4429 HORSE HAY for sale 60+lb. bales. $5 a bale. 16 round bales, $45/ea. 250-395-2944.

HORSE HAY, grass mix, small squares. 55 - 60 lbs. 2012, $4.50/bale. 2011, $3.00/bale.

Call Bill at 250-593-4440.

SMALL round bales. No rain, barn stored, great horse hay. $40 each. 250-397-4126 SMALL squares and some small rounds.

Delivery available. 250-397-2378

Pet Services PET/HOUSE sitting. References available.

Reasonable rates. 250-609-0287 cell.

Pets SPCA - Your best choice in pets. 250-395-5303 The SPCA needs 2 to 3 phone volunteers to answer the emergency line. Suits retired or semi-retired individuals. Also, temporary foster homes needed. Please call 250-3955303 and leave a message. *WARNING* -Ads reading, “Free to a good home”, have the potential to attract individuals that see your family pet as a way to make $$money through any number of undesirable situations; i.e. selling to animal testing labs or in the case of horses, the slaughter house. Contact the SPCA at 250-395-5303 for information on successfully placing your pet in the right kind of home.

Leave a message and a volunteer will get back to you.

Merchandise for Sale

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

Townhouses

CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION

Misc. for Sale

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Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. BIG BUILDING sale... “”This is a clearance sale. You don’t want to miss!”” 20x20 $3,985.

25x24 $4,595. 30x36 $6,859.

35x48 $11,200.

40x52 $13,100. 47x76 $18,265. One end wall included. Call Pioneer Steel at: 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca GREAT GIFT IDEA! ChillSpot is The COOLEST Dog Bed-A new and innovative, thermodynamically cooled dog bed, that enhances the cool tile surfaces our pets rely on during the warm weather months. Use promo code COOLGIFT For 10 % off! www.chillspot.biz HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

QUEEN Size bed. Low profile boxspring and proper frame.

Excellent quality. $2000 new, asking $400 obo. 250-3951199.

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

CMHA-SCB is now taking applications for our affordable family housing development, located on Cariboo Trail and Jens Street, 100 Mile House B.C. Application forms can be picked up at the Community Resource Centre (between the Hospital and the Junior High School), or at the

Women’s Centre (102 Bridge Creek Centre, Birch Avenue).

The 25 unit project has 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom units. Applicants must provide income and asset information and verification upon application.

This project is sponsored by the Canadian Mental Health Association - South Cariboo Branch and British Columbia Housing and Management Commission.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent BACHELOR apt at 108 Mall. $450/mon plus utilities. Security deposit req. 250-7915508 or 250-396-7334.

BC HOUSING is now accepting applications for housing from persons 55 years and older as well as disabled persons 19 years of age and older. Eligible tenants pay 30% of gross monthly income for rent.

For applications contact: 250395-4743 or 1-800-834-7149.

CARIBOO GARDENS Clean, large, bright 1&2 bedrooms Seniors Welcome For reliable service call Drew

250-395-0809 or 250-395-0168 PARKVIEW APTS: 1 BDRM apt for rent renovated, downtown 100 Mile. $550/mo, 2 bdrm $650, bachelor $450. Includes heat. (250)395-3660 or (250)706-9144

Commercial/ Industrial EXCELLENT location! Large commercial unit avail for rent immediately, suitable for retail/light mfg. Approx 1380 sq.ft.

Please call 250-808-7722 for details

Duplex / 4 Plex 2 & 1 BDRM, in 100 Mile.

Call 250-397-2041 or 250-6094146 for details.

LAC LA HACHE duplex.

Across from LLH Elementary.

4782 Clark Ave. 2 bdrms, lake view, fenced yard. $595/mo.

Bill 250-456-7503, or Angie 250-396-7529.

Misc. Wanted WE BUY GOLD & SILVER in every form.

NEW HOURS: Sat. 9am-1pm.

205 Birch Ave., 100 Mile House 250-395-3034

Firewood/Fuel

WANTED: Old lever action Winchester & Marlin rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369

FIREWOOD for sale. 250-3953951 Ted Sawyer.

Roofing & Skylights

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Transportation

Transportation

Mobile Homes & Pads

Scrap Car Removal

Trucks & Vans

2 BDRM mobile #8 Park Dr. Estates, $600/mo. Also #25 $600/mo. Call 250-395-3268.

ONE empty mobile home pad, #50, #52, & #4 at Park Drive Estates. 250-395-3268.

Homes for Rent 108 HOME: 1&1/2 bdrm up, 2 bdrms in finished basement. 2 baths. Gas fireplace. Dog fenced. Clean, view. Property not for sale. $880/mon. 250791-6534. Ref. required.

FAX: 250-395-3939

2 BDR, 2 bath, with jetted tub, at 103 Mile, $680 per month + utilities. 250-395-4602 or 250706-9701.

Office Hours: 8:30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday

3 BDRM, 1/1.2 baths, carport, minutes to 100 Mile. NP. $650/mon. 250-396-4070.

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3 BDRM house for rent. On Timothy Lake Road. Natural gas heat, full basement, garage, $750 + utilities. Security deposit required. 250-3967334 or 604-530-4224

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5 BDRM 2 bath house. Great location in 100 Mile. N/S, N/P. Ref. req. $850/mon plus utilities. Call 250-395-3691

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Boats CENTRAL RV - now buying Pontoon, Patio and Personal Pleasure craft boats. Contact Dan at 250-395-4331 or dan@centralrv.ca

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Snowmobiles

RENOVATED house in Lac La Hache: 2 bdrm up, 2 bdrm down, 2 full baths. N/G heat, new furnace, hot water tank, appl. $900/mon. plus utilities.

DD req. 250-396-7334

2006 Arctic Cat Panther. Reverse, 2 up, 855 miles, excellent condition. $5000. 250395-2312.

Legal Notices

Legal Notices

Legal Notices SERGE GOFFINET: Anyone knowing his whereabouts, please contact Frank Hildebrandt at 250-791-6395.

INDEX IN BRIEF: Family Announcements Community Announcements Employment Service Guide Pets For Sale/Wanted Real Estate Rentals Automotive Legals

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THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT PUBLIC NOTICE Committee Appointments The Thompson-Nicola Regional District invites applications from persons interested in serving the Regional District on various Committees. The positions are strictly voluntary in nature, with only expenses payable. Applicants must reside or own property in the service area administered by the Committee. Appointments will be made at a future Board of Directors meeting, and all terms will expire on December 31, 2013, with any exceptions noted.

Persons interested are requested to forward a brief resume indicating the committee on which they wish to serve, as well as why they are interested in such an appointment, by Friday, January 4, 2013.

For information on the TNRD Committees, please visit www.tnrd.ca or contact Liz Cornwell, Corporate Officer / Manager of Legislative Services #300, 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A9 Phone (250) 377-8673/1-877-377-8673 (toll free in BC) Email: lcornwell@tnrd.ca

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Cariboo Will Regional partiesyour interested in providing snow plowing services to home to one? any of our volunteer fire departments or Central Cariboo Search and Rescue properties, in order to keep our responders able to safely respond to emergencies during winter conditions, submit your bid(s) to our office no later than January 11, 2013.

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Specifications and bid sheets are available on the CRD website or by contacting Rowena Bastien at rbastien@ cariboord.bc.ca or by phone at 250-392-3351.

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The recent Santa Parade in 100 Mile House brought a huge smile to the face of Noah Salaymeh, as he watched the procession from the street curb.

Keep children safe during holiday season With the holiday festivities in full swing, BC Ambulance Service and BC Children’s Hospital have some helpful tips to keep children safe.

turned off. A child’s skin is four times thinner than an adult’s and can burn four times faster.

Block the fireplace with a hearth gate or screen that bolts into or around your fireplace, or put a safety gate in the doorway to the room with the fireplace.

Candles and matches Often used at holiday time, these items can create fire hazards, so keep lit candles well out of reach and off of tablecloths or anything that a child could pull down or knock over.

Many stores now carry battery-operated candles that can reduce the risk of injury. Place lit menorahs on a high surface and not too close to the edge of a table.

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Choose toys with an

Put it in front of the faces of thousands of readers weekly in the

appropriate age recommendation for safety hazards, not only skill level. Small pieces, which can easily come off, and small batteries and magnets can cause choking and severe internal injuries.

Toys with strings long enough to wrap around a baby or toddler’s neck could strangle them.

tree decorations Decorations are not toys – keep tinsel and small or breakable ornaments high on a tree and out of a child’s reach.

Keep an eye on holiday gift-wrap, including bags, paper, ribbons and and bows.

These items can strangle, suffocate or choke small children.

Be sure to remove them from the area promptly after gifts have been opened.

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Fireplaces The glass of a gas fireplace heats up to 200 C (400 F) in just six minutes – hot as an open oven – and takes 45 minutes to cool down.

The pilot light of a gas fireplace may also heat the glass enough to cause a burn.

Stay close to your child when in a room with a fireplace that is on or has recently been

ing unfamiliar foods for the first time this holiday season.

It’s common to see more injuries in emergency rooms as a result of children getting large pieces of nuts, carrots or apples stuck in their airways which can stop breathing. Cut food into small pieces and encourage children to sit while eating. Be aware of hard candies and nuts that may be sitting in a candy dish when visiting another home.

#2-536 Horse Lake Road (Pinkney ChristmasComplex) tree Place your tree a 100 Mile House, BC good distance from any heat sources, such as Phone: 250-395-2219 fireplaces, radiators or portable heaters.

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TAURUS

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GEMINI

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Despite all this activity you won’t neglect the people around you.

CANCER

You really crave a good night’s sleep. Try to go to bed early whenever possible, otherwise you won’t be able to celebrate the New Year with everyone else.

LEO

You can’t seem to avoid being the life and soul of the party. On the other hand, you are also very capable of taking charge if things get out of control.

VIRGO

This year the holiday parties you attend will be either the biggest you’ve ever seen or the smallest; there won’t be much in between. In either case you’ll be very willing to help.

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9. French hat 10. One who rescues 11. Female students 13. Rolls-__, luxury car 16. Slow tempos 21. Relating to the ileum 23. Irish flautist 28. Sleeping place 29. Indicates position 30. Prepared for competition 31. One who shows the way 32. Of I 33. Decayed teeth 35. Seraglios 36. More free from danger 37. Great amounts 38. Surreptitious 39. Arabian greeting 40. Angel food and carrot 41. # of ancient wonders 43. Ball of thread or yarn 45. To interpret: explain 48. Doctors’ group

LIBRA

Lady Luck is with you, so be sure to ask all the family to participate in purchasing a group lottery ticket. You could turn a family project into reality.

SCORPIO

You are actually a sensitive person but you don’t always let it show. If there is any sort of tension within the family you will be able to placate everyone concerned before the situation boils over.

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Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker newspaper. line. You already have a

SAGITTARIUS

You’re great at organizing gatherings of family or friends. In fact, you’ll carry off quite an exploit by reuniting two families who don’t always get along very well.

CAPRICORN

few numbers to get you started.

Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

There’s a good chance that you’ll be the host for various gatherings, at which you’ll really spoil your guests. Even if you’re away for a while, you’ll still always be looking for ways to help out.

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AQUARIUS

Although you’re reserved at times, you always enjoy large gatherings. You draw attention to yourself by acting crazy sometimes or by passing comments that don’t go unnoticed.

PISCES

Even though you believe in traditional holiday celebrations, you are open to discovering other cultures. It wouldn’t be surprising if someone from a different culture is invited to your home.

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Safety tips for the holidays A few precautions can go a long way

Here are some simple, timely tips and reminders from the Canada Safety Council.

Christmas tree If you’re getting a live tree, check for freshness by tapping it on the ground. Dropping needles indicate a dry, highly flammable tree, so look for a fresher tree instead. Needles should be hard to pull from branches and shouldn’t break when bent between your fingers.

Place your live tree away from fireplaces, woodstoves and radiators. Indoor heat dries out fresh trees, so be sure to replenish the tree-stand with water

every day.

If buying an artificial tree, make sure it has a label indicating that it is fire resistant.

Although this does not mean the tree won’t catch fire, the tree will resist burning and should extinguish quickly.

If you are using tinsel, keep it toward the top of the tree and out of reach of pets and small children. Tinsel can be dangerous if ingested.

Lights Use

Canadian

Standards Association (CSA) approved lights.

Place indoor and outdoor lights in their respective environments.

New or old, check light strings for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires, or loose connections.

Throw out damaged sets.

Turn off all lights when you go to bed or leave the house. The lights could short out and start a fire.

Don’t overload electrical sockets, and never string more than three

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B.C. buys back disputed coal gas lease

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River region of Northeast B.C. The B.C. Liberal The company Central Council.

Coal bed gas drilled three extraction has government has agreed to a exploration wells additional hazards “It is a place of $20-million comin the first year, cultural, spiritubecause of al, pensation deal historic and social that will see Shell which it now intends to decom- salt-contaminated water importance. that Our people Canada give up mission as it leaves often surfaces do not want to disputed coal bed with the area. see it gas tenure in the when coal deposits natural gas developed, and The province remote we look forward has agreed to to region of Northwest Klappan provide Shell Hydraulic fracturing are drilled. working with $20 million in British can be used British royalty Columbia. achieving that goal. Columbia on credits to compensate gas in coal bed development ” , but it is for more extensively its investment Shell’s exploration McPhee added in the Klappan used of 4,000 region. the Tahltan square kilometres deeper shale formationsin drilling have received That is to be put offers of support at the headto extract from towards natural waters of the local, provincial, gas.

Skeena, Nass and a water recycling project that national Shell Stikine rivers and international “The Klappan has been opposed is building to supply hydraulic is organizations one of the their opposition in by the Tahltan fracturing operations most sacred and Nation since the important areas to the developon its shale for gas development ment. our people,” s in the Peace said Annita McPhee, president of the Tahltan Black Press

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Do not burn wrapping papers in the fireplace. A flash fire may result, as wrappings ignite suddenly and burn intensely.

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Shell Canada president Lorraine Mitchelmore said the company’s shale gas tenures in Northeast B.C. offer “better commercial and geological prospects,” and sustainable water use is important to that development.

Energy Minister Rich Coleman said shale deposits offer much greater gas volumes, in regions where roads and other infrastructure already exist.

Aboriginal Relations Minister Ida Chong said the government is looking forward to further “government-to-government” talks with the Tahltan over resource development in their entire traditional territory.

Doug Donaldson, NDP MLA for Stikine, said protests against coal bed gas drilling in the Klappan are similar to those directed against the Enbridge Northern Gateway oil pipeline proposal.

“People in the Northwest understand the importance of resource industries, but they also understand that it’s impossible to put a price tag on a clean environment.”

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and replace the battery twice a year.

Have a carbon monoxide detector installed near each sleeping area in the house.

Holiday entertaining Regardless of whether you are a guest or

the host, make sure everyone has a safe ride home. Don’t drink and drive. Stay the night or call a cab. Other options include calling Operation Red Nose or having a designated driver.

If you are hosting, choose not to drink, or limit your alcohol con-

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sumption so you can be aware of how much your guests are drinking.

See guests in and out. Greet all guests on arrival and departure, taking the opportunity to assess their condition.

Remember that impairment goes beyond alcohol – it can include drugs, fatigue or emotional distress. If something doesn’t seem right, speak up.

When preparing for the big dinner, defrost the turkey in the refrigerator – not at room temperature.

Don’t leave perishable foods at room temperature for more than two hours. Take only small portions from the fridge at a time, and replenish frequently.

Candles Keep candles away from drapes, trees or any other potentially flammable objects.

Make sure they are placed on a steady

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION The Village of Clinton Council would like to extend its thanks to all the volunteer groups, their members, and individual volunteers for your hard work and dedication to the Village.

Our small rural community needs and thrives on the services provided by our clubs, associations, societies and individuals.

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Never leave burning candles unattended, and always keep out of reach of children.

In general Do not leave parcels and packages in plain view in your vehicle – lock all valuables in the trunk.

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Council looks forward to working together with all of you in 2013.

Thank you from Mayor Rivett, Councillor Guerin, Councillor Marchant, Councillor Park, Councillor Swan and your Community.

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