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A co-operative relationship could open the doors to expanded economic opportunities. The Village of Lumby and the Splatsin First Nation have received approval for a 21,596 cubic metre community forest from the provincial government. “It’s a way of creating a partnership to manage the land,” said Wayne Christian, Splatsin chief. “We will be part of the economy. Our goal is to involve local contractors as Wayne Christian much as possible.” The village began the process for a community forest in the 1990s and in 2010, a partnership with the Splatsin was formed. Over the next two years, the application was developed, community meetings were held and in December 2012, the application was submitted to the government. A number of revisions were required until approval was granted. “It will provide fiber (timber) for smaller businesses. Access has always been difficult for them,” said Kevin Acton, Lumby’s mayor. Lumby and Splatsin have also been working with Tolko Industries, which had licenses in the area which borders the village and Silver Star Provincial Park and then goes north to Putman Creek (Trinity Valley). Acton insists that the entire focus will be selective harvesting of timber. “We will be aware of the wildlife and watersheds,” he said. Lumby and the Splatsin will split any revenue 50/50, and for the village, that could generate $50,000 to $100,000 a year. “If we make $50,000, that’s comparable to a seven per cent tax hike we don’t have to have,” said Acton. The community forest will be operated under the name of Monashee Community Forest. It will be managed by a committee consisting of Acton and Ken Klassen from the village, Reno Lee and Lawrence Williams from the Splatsin and Rick Fairbairn, representing the Lumby community at large.
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Maggie Facey, two, walks with her aunt Allison Munro and cousin Anna Munro, three, in memory of her great aunt Gayle at the Canadian Cancer Society fundraiser Relay For Life Saturday evening at Polson Park.
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It was an emotional night as cancer survivors, family and friends marched around the Polson Park oval. More than 328 participants and 42 teams participated in the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay For Life Saturday and Sunday. “The event proved to be a tremendous success, raising more than $90,000 to fight cancer,” said Sarb Tatla-Low, co-ordinator. “Participants came together to celebrate the lives of those who have overcome cancer, remember loved ones lost, and empower individuals and communities to fight back against the disease.” The money raised goes towards cancer research, community support programs to people living with cancer, comprehensive cancer information, prevention initiatives, and advocacy for healthy public policies. “I’m so pleased with the support of our staff and our community to help raise much needed funds for this important cause,” said Michael Sherwood, with Silver Star Mountain Resort, a relay sponsor. “We are proud to not only be an event sponsor but to put a team in the event and to raise over $70,000 for the event over the last seven years.” The organizing committee is seeking additional members to help plan the 2014 Relay For Life event. If you are interested in participating, contact Tatla-Low at 250-5420770.
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