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The All Canada Sheep Classic Show and Sale was held at the North Thompson Agriplex in Barriere, on June 27-30. Over 350 head of sheep, representing over 60 breeders from as far away as Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island congregated at the facility to compete for the National Championship titles and to market their top breeding stock.

Barriere RCMP Cst. Wilkins took part in the Canada Day celebration.

(Top) A large class of Suffolk ewes took a long time to pick the winners due to the extremely high quality of the entrants.

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(Right) The ultimate honour of being named Canada’s Supreme Champion Ram went to Todd TK 49Z, owned by Hugh Todd (pictured to left of pic) of Todd Sheep Company Inc., from Lucknow, Ontario.

The Suffolk ram was then sold in the auction the following day bringing a solid price of $1,800. High seller of the sale was a Suffolk ram that sold for $3,400. Pictured handling the champion ram is Lee Brien of Ontario.

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Barriere RCMP stopped a stolen vehicle coming through the community last Sunday. The thief abandoned the disabled vehicle after crashing through a fence at Mountain Springs Motel. The thief then barricaded himself in the bathroom, eventually surrendering to police some 20 minutes later.

Shattered glass from a smashed french window on the porch at the Barriere Legion show were the building was broken into sometime before the morning of June 25. Booze, pull tabs and cash were taken.

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Legion broken into day after they hosted free community barbecue North Thompson Star/Journal Just a few days after the Barriere Legion co-hosted a free community barbecue in honour of Legion Week, a member arrived at the Legion building the morning of Tuesday, June 25, to find evidence of a break- in.

Thieves had disabled the security alarm, which although disconnected from the security company, did set off an internal building alarm. Unfortunately,

no one in the area responded by calling police.

Legion president Al Fortin, said the thieves went directly to where the liquor, pull tabs, and cash was stored.

“We lost about $1,200 in booze, $150 in cash, and $900 in pull tabs,” said Fortin, “I know sometimes members set off the alarm by accident when coming and going, but we’re asking that if neighbours hear the alarm, please notify police.”

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Spike belt stops thief North Thompson Star/Journal The afternoon of Sunday, June 30, was not only hot on the temperature scale, but the heat was also on for local RCMP to quickly put a stop to a male car thief they had been notified would be traveling south through Barriere.

Barriere Detachment Cst. Evan Cadwallader says this was the second vehicle that the male had stolen that day, and that the vehicle contained a therapy dog that he also stole.

To put a stop to the getaway, police deployed a spike belt on the Yellowhead Highway and the vehicle was disabled, but the

Children or pets left in vehicles can be disastrous North Thompson Star/Journal

RCMP say the recent heat wave has spiked complaints about dogs in cars.

But, more disturbing have been the reports of small chil-

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driver continued to travel through Barriere losing pieces of the vehicles’ tires along the roadway.

The vehicle, a white Ford 4x4, then accelerated through the fence of the Mountain Springs Motel, where it came to rest on the lawn.

The male then exited the vehicle and was able to barricade himself in the motel bathroom for 20 minutes until finally surrendering to police.

The male now faces eight charges from the Barriere incident alone, and remained in custody last Tuesday when he was scheduled to appear in Kamloops Provincial Court.

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Police often field complaints about dogs left in cars on scorching hot days.

Unfortunately, they also receive reports and responded to situations where a child has been left inside

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‘We will not let them win,’ Clark says

By Tom Fletcher, Black Press VICTORIA – An attempted terrorist attack using three homemade bombs placed around the B.C. legislature was apparently an effort to do maximum damage as thousands gathered for Canada Day ceremonies, Premier Christy Clark said Tuesday.

“My suspicion is they wanted to do as much damage as they possibly could,” Clark told reporters in front of the legislature. “They want to take control of our streets, our cities and our institutions.”

Clark said she heard about the plot to place pressure-cooker bombs on Monday, as police were monitoring the placement of devices they had already disabled. Police assured her there was never a threat to the 40,000 people who gathered in downtown Victoria for Canada Day concerts and fireworks.

As tourists explored the hallways of the legislature Tuesday, Clark said the intents of such attacks is to instil fear and anger in the public.

“We cannot let this change who we are,” Clark said. “We will not let them win.”

Surrey residents John Stewart Nuttall and Amanda Marie Korody were arrested in Abbotsford Monday afternoon in a surveillance operation co-ordinated by the RCMP, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service and the Canadian Border Services Agency.

Charges and dates indicate the pair were being observed as they prepared pressure-cooker explosives similar to those used at the finish area of the Boston Marathon April 15.

Clark said she was relieved by police reports that the suspects were “self-radicalized” and not working with any foreign organizations.

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Medal of Excellence presented to Army Cadet Barriere Legion representative Keith Moore, along with Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corp 2941 Captain Hethar McIntosh, presented Vavenby’s Master Corporal Ian Tomlinson with the Royal Canadian Legion Cadet Medal of Excellence on June 25, during the Legion’s Candlelight Ceremony in Barriere.

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Beware of flood-damaged vehicles from Alberta North Thompson Star/Journal Consumers who are looking to buy a used automobile are being cautioned to be aware that vehicles deemed a total loss from the flooding in Alberta will find their way to market for unsuspecting buyers outside Alberta.

History has shown that unscrupulous people buy flood-damaged cars, clean them up and sell them at attractive, below-market prices. This is not illegal. What is illegal is hiding the truth of a vehicle’s history.

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“For example, if a resident is looking to buy a car and notices that it was only recently registered in the province,

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A buyer of a flooddamaged vehicle will find that it will likely require significant and expensive electrical and mechanical repairs which may only become apparent six to 12 months after purchase.

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Thursday, July 04, 2013 North Thompson Star/Journal 359 Borthwick Avenue, Box 1020, Barriere, B.C., V0E 1E0 250-672-5611

By Emily Wessel, Merritt Herald

High heat danger to kids, pets

A sad story out of Milton, Ont. on Thursday has left a hole in a family where a two-year-old boy used to be.

The boy died from heat exposure after he was left in a car for a significant portion of the day outside his family’s home, according to police.

The boy was reportedly in his grandmother’s care at the time as his mother was at an appointment and his father was at work.

The death is being investigated by the homicide unit, as is protocol in cases with deceased children under five years old.

The boy’s body was found Wednesday, when temperatures hit above 30 degrees Celsius in the community of about 80,000 in the Greater Toronto Area, but officers said the temperature inside the car soared as high as 50 degrees.

Exposure to extreme heat can cause organ failure. Heat can be deadly when the body’s core temperature reaches 105 degrees Fahrenheit, when sweating is no longer possible for cooling and the core temperature continues to rise.

According to a press release from the Canada Safety Council, children are especially at risk for heat stroke because they can’t sweat like adults without fully developed sweat glands. The organization estimates a child’s core temperature rises three times faster than that of an adult.

The story made national headlines, no doubt because of the entirely preventable nature of the incident.

It shouldn’t take a tragic, preventable death like this one to remind people that hot cars pose an extreme danger to children.

High temperatures in vehicles can also be devastating to pets left inside, even with the windows down. Take Tonka, the French bulldog who was left in a car in Ottawa for over an hour on a day that the humidity raised the temperature to 34 degrees Celsius.

Tonka was the Ottawa Humane Society’s 15th rescue of a pet from hot car since last Monday. The dog was so dehydrated it was unable to stand once rescued. Even with the windows open, the temperature inside the car was dangerous for the little dog. The owner has been charged under the Ontario SPCA Act for failing to protect the pooch from harmful temperatures.

It only takes 20 minutes for the interior of a vehicle to reach extreme temperatures.

The safety council recommends vehicle owners keep their vehicle doors and trunk locked when the vehicle is parked and unattended to prevent a child from entering without being able to get out.

How many times have you popped into the grocery store “just for a minute” but run into a friend, remember something you’d neglected to pick up before, maybe do a little browsing, and end up emerging 20 or 30 minutes later?

When there’s a little one in the car, the minutes count.

With summer temperatures finally upon us in Merritt, it’s critical that we don’t leave our people and pets unattended in vehicles — not even for a minute.

The North Thompson Star/Journal is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C., V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.

Help to support our 2013 BC Ambassador candidate To the editor; I am, Kayla Holowaychuk, the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Ambassador and North Thompson representative for the British Columbia Ambassador Program. I had the honour of attending the Heritage Splash pad Fundraiser with the Fall Fair Ambassador candidates last month. I helped hand out hotdog and hamburger buns while the candidates assisted in other ways and interacted with the public.

Ambassador programs throughout the province, provide the youth of B.C. communities an opportunity to represent and volunteer

throughout their region, gaining self-confidence and learning a sense of pride for their area and province.

The lessons, skills and knowledge I have gained throughout my experience in our local Ambassador Program, as well as the British Columbia Ambassador Program has enabled me to become a confident individual who is proud to be a part of the rural heritage, and new expansions through the North Thompson.

Representing the valley this year is a dream come true. At a very young age I realized that I wanted to make a difference in my community, and I knew exactly how I could achieve

my dreams. I am an advocate for the North Thompson Valley promoting our beautiful countryside, breathtaking mountain scapes, businesses within the valley, and our perfect vacation destination.

Throughout my campaign I would like to be at all events possible. If you are looking for a volunteer, or would like to donate to my campaign please contact me at kaylaholowaychuk@gmail.com.

You can also follow me throughout my journey by going to www. facebook.com/kdh2013bcapc ; remember to keep voting for me daily at www.bcambassador.com for the People’s Choice Award and

a $500 bursary for postsecondary education.

If you, a business, or a group is interested in sponsoring me for representing the North Thompson, a minimum donation of thirty dollars will automatically make you an official BC Ambassador Sponsor. By sending me your contact and mailing information, I will be able to send you a BC Ambassador Scholarship Sponsorship T-shirt.

For more information, please contact me at the above email, and or telephone at 250-6827918.

Kayla Holowaychuk British Columbia Ambassador Program candidate 2013

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Bomb suspects ‘self-radicalized,’ RCMP say

By Jeff Nagel Black Press Two Surrey residents accused of planting pressure cooker bombs outside the B.C. legislature on Canada Day are described by police as “Al-Qaeda-inspired” but “self-radicalized.”

B.C. RCMP arrested John Stewart Nuttall and Amanda Marie Korody in Abbotsford at 2 p.m.

Monday afternoon after a five-month investigation that began in February.

The alleged homegrown terror plot is similar to that of the Boston Marathon bombers, who used pressure cooker bombs to send shrapnel through the crowd near the race’s finish line on April 15.

RCMP seized what they are calling three “improvised explosive devices” that were made from pressure cookers that contained nails, bolts, nuts and washers and were placed outside the legislature in Victoria.

Nuttall, 38, and Korody, 29, are charged with making or possessing an explosive device, conspiracy to commit an indictable offence, and knowingly facilitating terrorist activity.

“These individuals were inspired by Al-Qaeda ideology,” RCMP Assistant Commissioner James Malitzia said. “Our investigation has determined this was a domestic threat without international linkages.”

The alleged motive of the two accused is not clear but there is no indication of any connection to Islamic beliefs or religion.

Malizia referred to the pair’s activity as “self-radicalized behaviour”.

“When I refer to radicalized or selfradicalized, it is radicalized to violence, so taking violent acts with a specific ideology in place,” said Malizia. “In this case here, the ideology had to do with a criminal act, wanting to pursue criminal act on behalf of an organization that they believed in, and that organization

and the ideology behind that organization as you know it is the Al-Qaida ideology.”

The RCMP says the pair “took steps to build explosive devices and place them at the British Columbia Legislature in Victoria where crowds were expected to gather on Canada Day.” The legislative lawn and inner harbour were crowded with an estimated 40,000 revelers for Monday’s Canada Day concert and fireworks.

Police aren’t saying if undercover officers were working with the duo but Malitzia said they were being closely monitored and police ensured the bombs were inert and could not detonate.

“While the RCMP believed this threat was real, at no time was the security of the public at risk,” Malitzia said. “We detected the threat early and disrupted it.”

The arrests were made after a joint investigation of the RCMP E Division, the Canadian Border Services Agency and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, dubbed Project Souvenir.

“I want to reassure our citizens that at all times during the investigation, our primary focus was the safety and protection of the public,” Malitzia said.

Nor was the Canada Day crowd in Victoria the only potential target that may have been contemplated.

“The suspects were committed to acts of violence and discussed a wide variety of targets and techniques,” said RCMP Assistant Commissioner Wayne

Rideout, adding they were “self-radicalized” and aimed to cause “maximum impact to Canadian citizens at the B.C. Legislature on a national holiday.”

A variety of covert investigation methods were used to control any method the suspects had to commit harm, he added.

Rideout said the bombs are believed to have been made in Surrey and at other locations in B.C. “As these devices were constructed we were in very tight control,” he said. “We were confident that public risk was absolutely minimized.”

Korody has no prior criminal charges, but Nuttall was convicted of robbery in 2003 in Victoria and received an 18-month conditional sentence and a 10-year firearms ban.

In March 2010, he was convicted of assault, mischief and possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose – also in Victoria – and received a 60-day conditional sentence (house arrest) and one year of probation.

Victoria was the site of at least one terrorist plot in the past, the Millennium bomber plot in 2000. Ahmed Ressam, an Algerian member of Al Qaeda, assembled bomb materials while staying at a Vancouver motel, then loaded them in the trunk of his car and traveled to Victoria.

Ressam attempted to enter the U.S. on the MV Coho ferry from Victoria to Washington, but he was arrested by U.S. border security at Port Angeles.

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(Top) Crowd gathers in front of B.C. legislature for Canada Day concert Monday. Disabled bombs were removed by police a few hours earlier.

(Above) Police show three pressure cookers rigged as bombs and placed around the B.C. legislature Monday.

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The Mediterranean diet seems to be the best for a long healthy life. Imagine a pyramid with the widest bottom part listing fruits, vegetables, grains, olive oil, beans, nuts, legumes and seeds (like quinoa). The next level up contains fish and seafood.

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Before last weeks’ heat wave arrived, sitting on a car roof in the Knight’s Inn parking lot was quite comfortable for this Russian Blue cat; one of two felines that travel the Yellowhead Highway with their owner. While the other cat prefers the dashboard, their human traveling companion, Floyd (who offered no last name), says both he and his two cats love to drive the highway as often as they possible can.

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The plant processes about 40 per cent of Western Canadian capacity and employs about 2,000 people. Returning the facility to full operations as quickly as possible is the best way to minimize the impact of the closure on Cargill staff as well as producers with marketready cattle. Alberta Premier

Alison Redford and Agriculture Minister Verlyn Olson were at the plant Thursday to announce that the Government of Alberta has provided the pump and irrigation piping to bring the filtration systems on-line. The province said it will also work with Cargill to expedite all necessary approvals in an effort to get the plant back up and running. This effort runs parallel to ongoing work to restore water service to the Town of High River, where water and sewer treatment facilities are operational on a limited basis.

There is no indication when the plant may resume processing beef. The potential market impacts from Cargill High River not having access to fresh water will depend on a number of factors. If closed less than 10 days, impacts would be expected to be minimal as feedlots are very current right now. This may also depend on the ability of other

Provincial Winter Fair to get $48,000 from Gaming Grant North Thompson Star/Journal Four community groups with a long history of keeping people active in sport and engaged in the arts will benefit in the latest round of Community Gaming Grants offered by the B.C. Government.

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plants to ramp up production by adding an extra day a week.

If closed longer, the basis will widen, potentially back to what was seen last October when the Lakeside plant was temporarily closed. The longer the plant is closed, alternatives will need to be looked at south of the border, particularly as feedlots make efforts to stay current.

Disruptions for cattle on specific feeding programs, and as cattle are fed to heavier weights will add costs to the feedlots in addition to the lower prices.

This could potentially pressure feeder prices, but July is one of the slowest months for feeder trade.

Cows could also see pressure, but July is also a slow month for marketing cows.

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Kamloops-South Thompson • Western Canada Theatre Company Society - $85,000 for Professional Live Theatre and ‘Pay What You Can’ Matinees • Kamloops Exhibition Association $48,000 for Provincial Winter Fair Programs Kamloops-North Thompson • Kamloops Long Blades Association $12,000 for Speed and In-Line Skating Programs • Raft Mountain Skating Club - $4,375 for Skating Lessons Program “This funding will help more people enjoy the fantastic offerings of Western Canada Theatre, and help celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Provincial Winter Fair,” says Kamloops-South Thompson MLA Todd Stone.

“From theatre to 4-H, these two local groups entertain us and help preserve the history of Kamloops and area.”

“I’m a strong proponent of keeping active through sport and fitness,” says KamloopsNorth Thompson MLA and Health Minister Terry Lake. “The Kamloops Long Blades Association and the Raft Mountain Skating Club are doing their part to get people off the couch, onto the ice, and onto the path to good health.”

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During the last fiscal year, in 2012/13, the provincial government distributed a total of $135 million in gaming grants for eligible community programs and services.

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Fun times and painted faces Monday, June 24 was a day of fun activities for Barriere Elementary kids. Students were divided into multi age groups that moved through a rotation of fun activity stations, managed by parents, staff and volunteers, with the day sponsored by PAC. Pictured (front row l-r) are students; Holly Jordon, Taylor Harris, Haille Duscharne, Kaila Chrystall and Hope Moor. Rear (l-r) Danika Zerr and Georgia Clough.

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BC Liquor Store raises $2,063 for Barriere Secondary Dry Grad North Thompson Star/Journal BC Liquor Store customers showed their support for alcohol-free graduation celebrations by donating over $459,000 to this year’s Support Dry Grad Campaign.

The Support Dry Grad Campaign is an annual community fundraising campaign held in 195 BC Liquor Stores throughout British Columbia. Since 2001, it has raised more than $4.9 million.

During the Support Dry Grad Campaign, BC Liquor Store customers are asked if they would like to donate $1 to help fund alcohol-free celebration events for graduating high school students in their local community.

This year’s total again demonstrates there are a large number of customers who want to help students celebrate their success in a safe manner.

Fifty-five school districts and the Federation of Independent Schools participated in this year’s campaign.

All of the contributions made to each store are sent to their local school district. The school districts in turn distribute the funds to the volunteer grad committees, which also

fundraise. The money collected is used to pay for alcohol-free graduation events and activities such as dances, camping and bus trips to theme parks.

This year Barriere Secondary School received $2,063 towards their dry grad functions, as a result of the monies collected by the BC Liquor Store in Barriere.

In comparison other SD73 communities received; Clearwater $30, Chase $79, Kamloops North $1,417, Kamloops Westsyde $1,087 and Kamloops Columbia $3,921.

“I’m impressed by the ongoing generosity shown by British Columbians for the Support Dry Grad Campaign,” said Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton, “The Province strongly supports

dry grad activities as a way for students to celebrate safely on a night when risk is high.

The $459,000 raised for alcohol-free events this year will help grads with options to celebrate their high school graduation in a safe, responsible and fun manner.”

For a breakdown of 2013 donations per store and the corresponding school district, visit: http://www. bcldb.com/corporatesocial-responsibility/ community-fundraising/support-dry-grad The Support Dry Grad Campaign is part of the BC Liquor Distribution Branch’s corporate social responsibility program - a primary focus of which is helping to keep alcohol out of the hands of minors. Each year, the Support Dry Grad

Campaign begins the last week of February and runs until March 31.

This year, 55 school districts and the Federation of Independent Schools participated in the campaign. One hundred per cent of the donations collected are distributed to high schools hosting Dry Grad events. Moneys collected are given back 100 per cent to the high schools that are located within the community where the liquor store collected the funds.

The first Support Dry Grad Campaign was held in 2001; to date, the campaign has raised more than $4.9 million.

Yellowhead appoints new executive officer The Times Yellowhead Mining Inc. announced on June 26, the appointment of Frank D. Wheatley as chief executive officer of the company effective July 1. Wheatley has also been appointed as a director of the company effective July 1, subject to TSX approval.

“Yellowhead is fortunate to have engaged Mr. Wheatley as our new CEO. He has the corporate skills and experience, along with the aptitude and attitude, required in today’s market. The Yellowhead team looks forward to building the company through the next stages of the development of the Harper Creek project with Frank at the helm,” stated Greg Hawkins, chairman of the board. Hawkins had been serving as Yellowhead’s interim CEO. According to a media release from Yellowhead, Wheatley is a senior mining executive and legal counsel with 28 years of business, financial and legal experience with Canadian public mining companies exploring, developing, permitting, financing and operating gold, silver, copper and lithium mines on several continents. His senior executive roles ranged from executive director, president, chief operating offiDo you have something to sell?

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cer, to vice president and general counsel, with emphasis on public financing, project debt financing, permitting of large scale mining projects in accordance with all international best practice, environmental and corporate social responsibility standards, together with strategic mergers and acquisitions in the international minerals industry.

Wheatley was most recently executive director, corporate affairs and strategy with Talison Lithium Limited, a leading global lithium producer with operations in Western Australia, until its acquisition by Chengdu Tianqi Industry (Group) Co. in March 2013.

Wheatley is currently also a member of the board of directors of Teranga Gold Corporation (TSX, ASX) and Selwyn Resources Ltd. (TSX-V).

Yellowhead’s previous CEO, Ian Smith, resigned last December.

Yellowhead’s Harper Creek Project is a copper-goldsilver volcanogenic sulphide deposit located approximately 10 kilometers southwest of Vavenby. The company’s development strategy is to engineer, permit, finance, construct, and operate the Harper Creek project.

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Barriere celebrates Canada at the Bandshell North Thompson Star/Journal Despite the blistering hot weather, a fair number of people turned out for the Canada Day celebrations at the Bandshell in Fadear Park on Monday, July 1.

Dignitaries who attended the celebration were; Simpcw First Nation Chief Rita Matthew, MLA Terry Lake and MP Cathy McLeod. TNRD Director for Area ‘O’ Bill Kershaw was also in attendance with Mayor Humphreys, and councillors Glen Stanley and Virginia Smith.

Two talented young Barriere ladies,

Payden Irving and Brittany Waite, opened the event by singing O Canada, doing very well, especially considering it was done a cappella (no music).

After short speeches from the various dignitaries in attendance, cupcakes were distributed and the entertainment and games continues for the rest of the afternoon.

There was lots for everyone to do, from great music from our local entertainers, to fun and games for the kids. One of the main highlights of the celebration was probably a giant sprinkler which everyone seemed to enjoy using of given the high temperatures.

(l to r) Brittany Waite and Payden Irving of Barriere, opened the days celebration with singing O Canada.

Dignitaries including Simpcw First Nation Chief Rita Matthew, MLA Terry Lake and MP Cathy McLeod, TNRD Director for Area ‘O’ Bill Kershaw were in attendance with Mayor Humphreys, and councillors Glen Stanley and Virginia Smith.

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Cupcakes were one of the many things enjoyed by those who came out to celebrate.

There were lots of things to do. Some of the children’s events included sack races, three legged races, bouncy castle and of course a giant water sprinkler to cool everyone down.

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Economic development plans include social media I would like to thank members of the Legion, the Legion Ladies Auxiliary, B.C. Ambulance, R.C.M.P. and the Barriere Volunteer Fire department for all their hard work towards putting on a great barbecue, bike rodeo, entertainment and fun for the kids. MP Cathy McLeod came up to help start off Legion Week despite a busy schedule. These events are an important part of any community and many hours go into planning and running the events. Hats off to all those that helped as well as to those that came out to support their efforts.

The Economic Development Association of British Columbia (EDABC) put on its annual Summit this last week. People involved in economic development work from all across Canada attended. There was a good selection of training and information sessions, as well as an industry trade show. As usual with these events much of the information to be gathered is found at the social portions of the conference. It is a time to connect with others that are either struggling or doing well attracting business, tourism and investments to their regions. Many times it is as valuable to hear what did not work, as to listen to stories of success.

A good number of success stories were brought forward though, and some were given awards.

Mr. Derek de Candole, Economic Development Officer for Logan Lake, was presented an award for his efforts in rejuvenating and further developing the community he represents.

When I asked what brought about his success, he mentioned that the support of his council played a major role. I suspect it was that, and long hours spent promoting the various projects that community has on the go. Everywhere I have been lately Derek has been there representing Logan Lake. None of these efforts come free, and it is critical for success that a council does support both the ideas, as well as the costs of having the work done around them.

Jennifer Moore, Regional Economic Development Officer, North Peace Economic Development Commission, and I spoke about the effects of having an economic boom happen in their region. Too many jobs and lots of money flowing carries a set of challenges that can be just as devastating to a community as a recession. Unless there is considerable effort put to directing development and providing both infrastructure and social pro-

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grams, the problems will quickly get out of hand.

It appears that the provincial government and Mayor Lori Ackerman’s Fort St. John council are working hard to keep things on track.

Here in Barriere things are progressing. Work is ongoing around promoting Barriere to the world.

We have advertised in InvestinBC, rejoined the Yellowhead Highway Association and joined in the efforts put forth by the EDABC and the province to attract investors.

Currently we are working on a presentation to the Provincial Nomination Program.

This is the program that will fast track foreign investors should they qualify under the program rules. Previously communities our size were not included in the presentation process. By taking a regional view of things we will gain access to the program and the investors it draws.

We have also started the development of a web based presence directed at both investors and people looking to move to Barriere. This will dovetail

with the current work being done at the TNRD. The TNRD has funded an economic portal with each area and community featured at a high level within the web pages of the portal. The intent then is for communities to link to that portal with their own community based information.

The plan here is to work with local and area developers, business people, tourism operators, realtors, and the Chamber of Commerce to put together an up to date package of what there is currently, and what the plans for the future are.

Marketing is the key to attracting people and businesses to our community and surrounding area. Social media is currently the most cost effective method of doing this.

Speaking of social media, at a communication session recently on how to handle letters to the editor that offer various threats, the overwhelming consensus was that they were to be ignored.

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(Above) The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 242, and members of the Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corp, joined together on Tuesday, June 25, at the Barriere cemetery for a Candlelight Service.

(Above) Pastor Todd English (third from left) conducts the service, flanked by Legion members and some of their family.

(Left) Eileen Miers and Pat Brown (r) take a moment of silence after placing a candle next to the headstone for Browns’s father, Sergeant Leonard Sadlier-Brown.

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Young women honoured at Chu Chua traditional Pow Wow

By Elli Kohnert North Thompson Star/Journal The 13th annual Honouring Young Women Traditional Pow Wow was held at Simpcw Community Hall, Chu Chua, on June 21 to 23.

The grand entries took place on all three days, with host drum White Horse, MC Buck Sheena, and whipman Jules Arnouse.

Dancers from different areas and tribes joined the local people for the festivities. It was a colourful event most dancers wore traditional regalia, even the youngest participants were dressed for the occasion.

The Princess Pageant, Tiny Tots Special and Jingle Dress Special were great favourites with the spectators and other participants.

It was a traditional Pow Wow, where all age groups were involved from little ones to Elders

(some close to their 90th birthdays).

The traditional songs and the drumming spread an atmosphere of First Nations traditions throughout the large gathering.

Committee members worked hard to make the Pow Wow a memorable event, which was appreciated and enjoyed by visitors and local people alike. Com-

mittee members are; Sam Saul, Shelly Loring, Roberta Haller, Allison Eustache and Paula Murphy.

There were many craft tables on display with goods for sale, and a breakfast and dinner was provided on the Saturday and Sunday.

The Pow Wow was a drug and alcohol free event.

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SPORTS Taking on the Tough Mudder in Whistler North Thompson Star/Journal

kholder of Darfield reported, “There were 20 obstacles over 18 In the beautiful community of km...the terrain was quite varied.

Whistler, B.C., on a bright sunny At one point we were climbing June day, seven determined wom- up the hill where the Olympic ski an embarked together on a jour- jumpers came down – very steep. ney that was not for the faint of There were three really muddy heart. These women, six from the sections, one was actually a mile Barriere area, and one from Wil- long and called the Mile of Mud. “Our team entered for a variliams Lake, not only overcame the physical obstacles thrown at ety of reasons. A few of us were them by the June 22 to 23, Tough already in good physical shape, Mudder competition, but many and we wanted to get into even better condition so we could repersonal obstacles as well.

Literally taking the plunge, to ally attack the course and the obtravel to and compete in Whis- stacles.”

She noted some of the team tler’s 2013 Tough Mudder commembers used the petition were; Karen Tough Mudder as Hill (Williams Lake), a goal to improve Linda Ransome, their physical condiPeggy Brown, Marition over the winter lyn Ransome, Sanand spring of 2013. dra Burkholder, Kim They also used the McNallie-Law, and challenge as a way Jennifer Amos. to overcome some of Also on the team their individual fears, were spectator helpwhile facing obstacles ers, Brittany Bobinwith fire, electrical ski and Dominica – Sandra Burkholder, shock and heights.

Leuthe; these two team member For example, one of ladies held team the obstacles on the members gear, took course is descriptivep h o t og r ap h s, f e d them, helped clean them up, and ly called the ‘firewalker’.

“Our shining moment as a made sure they all had water and team was when one of our memother required necessities.

The Tough Mudder is an ob- bers talked about turning around stacle course designed by the and giving up. The team rallied British Special Forces. All Tough behind her and got her up one Mudder events are held to raise of the toughest climbs; then she money for injured soldiers in the was able to easily complete the course,” said Burkholder. countries where they are held.

She also commented that while The event has become so popular it is now an international the team was training during the competition, with events held in spring, she would occasionally say out loud, “nobody gets left Europe and other continents.

Tough Mudder events have behind”, and that is exactly the many ex-military who compete way it was.

“We all finished together, with in the competition. There are a number of competitors with varying degrees of bumps, bruisphysical disabilities who also take es and fatigue. But no injuries,” part - an inspiration to other said Burkholder, “The whole event was pretty awesome; a real competitors.

The premise of the Tough adventure. The course organizers Mudder obstacle course is to test do a good job...there were some your physical and mental grit. amazing obstacles. Each of our Whether you enter as an individ- team had at least one obstacle ual, or as a team, the course is a (sometimes more) that they were challenge, not a race; and partici- nervous about getting through. pants are encouraged to help one Most of us decided to bypass one or more of these obstacles; but by another throughout the course.

Groups of individuals en- the time we had crossed the finish ter as a team to combine skills line each one of us had overcome and make sure that the team some of our own personal physimembers, no matter their physi- cal or mental obstacles.”

If you want to learn more cal condition or fears, all get to the end of the course, success- about Tough Mudder competitions, go to: www.toughmudder. fully and together.

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event was pretty awesome; a real adventure.

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(Above) Team members Jennifer Amos and Marilyn Ransome during the Mile of Mud...there were three really muddy sections, this one was actually a mile long.

(Right) At the finish line (l-r) Karen Hill (a team member from Williams Lake), with the other team members from the Barriere area, Linda Ransome, Peggy Brown, Marilyn Ransome, Sandra Burkholder, Kim McNallie-Law, and Jennifer Amos.

(Right) One of the 20 obstacles the team of seven had to negotiate during the Tough Mudder competition in Whistler.

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Roping can be a serious business

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This young cowboy was spotted practicing with his lariat, at the fall fair and rodeo grounds in Barriere last month STAR/JOURNAL photo: Jill Hayward

Clearwater to host volleyball camp Times Staff Are you interested in improving your volleyball skills this summer?

District of Clearwater will be hosting a volleyball camp for youngsters on Aug. 27, 28 and 29.

The camp will be held in the Clearwater Secondary School gymnasium.

Participants in Grades 4 – 7 will attend the camp in the mornings, 9 a.m. – noon.

Those in Grades 8 – 12 will attend in the afternoons, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Certified coaches will instruct and those taking part can expect to improve their existing skills and learn some new ones. Beginners will be welcome.

The charge of $36 includes a camp T-shirt plus a healthy snack.

Those interested can register at the District of Clearwater office.

For more information, call 250674-1878.

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(L - r) Teresa McCastle and Shirley Ross got fully involved in the fun of the Ladies Golf evening of June 25 at Chinook Cove, with a theme of “the wedding”.

Wedding bells at Chinook Cove

By Leslie Stirling Dearly beloved. We were gathered together to celebrate our first Fun Night of the Ladies Golf season. In honour of my new position (Wedding Commissioner), the theme for the evening was “the wedding”. Betty Foote had pre-constructed beautiful corsages for each of the 47 golfers, and many came dressed for the evening.

Unfortunately June appears to have continued with crummy wet weather punctuated with moments, hours or days of lovely sun. Last Tuesday was no exception. We spent some time basking in the sunlight; some time shivering in the rain and a very moments admiring the beautiful rainbow.

The foursome of Cindy Matthew, Jeannie Webber, Brenda Halliday and Hawley Halliday won with a score of 38 while Carol Young, Shirley Ross, Sylvia Chivers and Teresa McCastle won prizes for a high score of 46. The wedding game was won by Irene Bee-

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Ladies Golf Report ton, Betty Foote, Babes Shanko and Helen Fraser. Two teams tied for Best Dressed - the team of Ashley Salle, Lindsay Arcand, Connie Hum and Kathy Matthews and the team of Shirley Ross, Carrie Young, Sylvia Chivers and Teresa McCastle. Barb Smith rated a special mention and prize for her marvelous costume as Mother of the Bride.

We had many hole prizes, some with a bit of a twist to match the theme, Prize winners were Irene Beeton (Knight’s Inn), Jeannie Webber (Our Little Secret), Angie Rainer (Pottery by Ramona and Barriere Irly Building), Betty Foote (Rainer Custom Cutting and Crystlee’s Hair Design), Bonnie Carter (Shais Design), Joan Streadwick (Station House Restaurant),Suzanne Turenne (The Look Boutique and AG Foods), Connie Hum

(L - r) Vicki Hoffer and Donna Salle brought their own special costumes for “the wedding”.

(Barb and Carman Smith), Hayley Bradford (Bondar Forest Planning), Sharon Spooner (Carl’s Market Garden), Cheryl Nelson (Val Bella Studio), Molly Lampreau (Avril’s Garden), Ilke Marais (Ron Wallace Trucking), Val Aylward (Barriere A&W), Lindsay Arcand (Barriere Massage and Country Store Antiques) and Sylvia Chivers (Bodi Mekanix and Estylo Hair Design).

There was a second reason that Tuesday’s golf was special. It was an opportunity for us to host our sponsors and

show our appreciation for their support.

I have always been impressed with the way local businesses help out in Barriere. We wouldn’t be the fantastic community that we are without them.

Special thanks to my good buddy, Jill Hayward of the Star/Journal for sharing the evening and a cart with me.

This week we’re back to regular golf. July 23, is set for our Christmas In July Fun Night, so make sure to mark the date on your calendar.

Maybe - just maybe - summer will have arrived.

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The beginning of Irly Building/TIM-BR Mart June 25 saw the beginning of the framing for the new Irly/TIM-BR Mart store on the Yellowhead Highway in Barriere. If you drive by today you will be amazed at how much has been completed since then.

Open house at Barriere Food Bank on July 10 Food Bank working to become registered non-profit society again by the fall

By Jill Hayward North Thompson Star/Journal Dawn McCormick, the Barriere Food Bank Fundraising Co-Chairperson says she is positive about the future of the community’s food bank system.

“Right now we are in the process of getting back our charter,” said McCormick, noting that the organization had lost it’s non-profit society status many years ago, and it had never been actively pursued since.

“Our goal is to have paperwork, bylaws and updates done so we can be back to a non-profit organization by the fall,” said McCormick, “This will put us back into a position where we can be a part of sharing with other food banks.”

As it stands, due to the loss of the society registration the Bar-

riere Food Bank must exist solely on its own fund raising abilities, which McCormick says can be up and down depending on the season and how aggressively donations are sought.

“We are in dire need of donations at this point and we are hurting for some kinds of food,” she noted, “We need to fill up the shelves.

Some of what we need includes meat, peanut butter, eggs and coffee.”

McCormick says the current executive, consisting of directors; Debra Winiski, John Willox, Marion Coltman, Rose Seymour and Elaine Lempriere want the community to know what the food bank is about and what their community partners are doing.

To start the summer off at the Food Bank, an open house will be held on July 10, from 5:30 p.m. to

7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend at the food bank building, in the Barriere Industrial Park on 4748 Gilbert Road in Barriere.

“We want to become more visible.

We are going to have a booth at the Communities in Bloom barbecue, and have a booth at the fall fair, hand out literature, and be more determined. We are also going to have a bag drop four times a year being done by the Cadets, and each time it will be done in a different part of the community. And one of the things we are going to be much better about doing is thanking our supporters and volunteers,” said McCormick.

She also noted that they are very much in need of more volunteers.

“We need help stocking shelves, spreading the work out, helping with donations.”

McCormick says she is fairly new to the community of Barriere, but that she thinks it is a great place to live, and feels helping out at the food bank is her way of giving back.

“Things at the food bank are going to be much better,” said McCormick.

The food bank is open every other Wednesday during the summer months, and every Wednesday in the fall. However, there is always someone available to help out in case of an emergency in between Wednesdays, just by calling 250672-0029 and leaving a message, which will be answered fairly quickly.

McCormick says if anyone would like to volunteer, make a donation, or would like more information about the organization, they are welcome to call her at 778-257-1487.

Be tire smart by making sure your tires have sufficient tread depth and are properly inflated With the summer driving season upon us, Canada’s tire makers want drivers to get into the groove with their tires by measuring tread depth.

Why is tread depth important? When even a moderate summer thunder storm strikes, the traction and stopping capabilities of tires nearing the end of their service life can be substantially reduced, particularly at highway speeds.

Sufficient tread depth is what allows tires to grip rain covered roads and provide the traction required for control and braking capability.

As every driver who has ever had to make a panic stop on a rain-slicked highway knows, the ability to stop quickly can spell the difference between a stressful driving experience and a serious collision.

Longer stopping distances, hydroplaning When the tread becomes too worn and the tread grooves become too shallow, a tire’s ability to efficiently evacuate water is considerably reduced.

This can lead to hydroplaning where the tire loses contact with the road’s surface and floats on top of the water, resulting in a loss of tire grip or traction. When this occurs, the distance needed to stop in a panic braking situation increases significantly. Hydroplaning, which is extremely dangerous, can also result in a complete loss of control.

A recent U.S. tire study, conducted by Tire Rack, demonstrates how dramaticaly stopping distances can increase on wet roadways depending on tire wear. The study measured panic stopping distances at highway speeds on wet asphalt (equivilant to a moderate rain shower), comparing new tires with partially and fully worn tires.

Not surprisingly, the shortest stopping distance was on new tires with 10/32nds of an inch (8mm) of tread depth. In the demonstration, tires three quarters worn to a tread depth of 4/32nds of an inch (3.2mm) increased the stopping distance, taking a further seven car lengths to stop. On fully worn tires with tread depth at the legal limit of 2/32nds of an inch(1.6mm), the stopping distance was lengthened by yet another seven car lengths.

This study shows that, over the first three quarters of tire tread life, the stopping distance can increase by seven car lengths. It also illustrates how stopping distance can lengthen further over the last one quarter of tread life (from 4/32nds (3.2mm) to 2/32nds (1.6mm) of an inch) by another seven car lengths!

Most tire makers generally recommend that drivers replace their tires before the legal limit of tread wear is reached to ensure their vehicle’s tires always have excellent stopping power, particularly on wet road surfaces.

“Keeping track of your tires’ tread depth by taking regular mesurements is vital to safey and making an informed decision about when to replace your tires,” says Glenn Maidment, president of The Rubber Association of Canada, which represents tire makers. “Motorists who are unsure if their tread depth is sufficient for wet driving conditions should consult their local tire professionals.”

Proper tire inflation Proper tire inflation is a safe driving essential in all driving conditions.

Tire under-inflation increases stopping distance and hampers performance by lessening vehicle stability, particularly when cornering.

Tire makers strongly recommend that drivers measure their tire pressures monthly to ensure they are always inflated to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation. ”Taking five minutes each month to measure and, if necessary, adjust your tire pressures safeguards optimal tire performance,” says Maidment.

“Beyond being the leading cause of tire failure and premature wear, underinflation also wastes fuel and harms the environment.”

An under-inflated tire wastes fuel because it does not roll as easily as it was intended. The increased rolling resistance, which worsens with the degree of under-inflation, requires the vehicle’s motor to burn more fuel to push the vehicle down the road.

According to the RAC, a motorist who drives 20,000 kilometres per year can save as much as $100 in fuel simply be ensuring their tires are inflated to the right pressure. For drivers who log many more kilometres over the course of a year the saving can be considerably higher.

The price tag for ignoring tire inflation is high. Canadian drivers rolling on under-inflated tires are expected to waste more than 500 million litres of fuel in 2013. That is enough fuel to power 250,000 vehicles for a full year.

All that wasted fuel will release an additional 1.2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

According to RAC research, one third of Canada’s 21 million vehicles have at least one under-inflated tire and only 30 per cent of drivers measure their tire pressures monthly.

Canadians can learn more about caring for their tires by visiting www.betiresmart.ca. A standout feature of the site is a new series of engaging videos aimed at educating young drivers about proper tire maintenance.

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Photography excursion in the garden - after a rain I have heard complaints recently from photographers that they haven’t been able to get away from the wet weather this month, and have only been offered a few rain free days to plan photography events.

The last three days has seen rain, sun, and shortly thereafter, rain again; nevertheless that needn’t be a reason to be depressed about the weather. Of course, the rain meant delaying a trip to the mountain waterfalls; and landscape photography might not be as dramatic unless one is willing to wait for the clouds to part.

But, in my opinion, one doesn’t need to stray far from the back door to pursue that insatiable need to make pictures.

I have heard of groups having photographic challenges, and I suggest that because of the rain that they have a challenge in their own back yard.

My goal last week was to get out during the rain to make pictures of the wet plants in my wife’s garden.

I had planned to attach two small umbrellas to light stands, one for a flash and one for my camera and me.

However, when the rain came down the last three days it really came down hard. So even though I don’t mind getting wet, there was no way I could be successful in the kind of deluge I faced each day.

The rain would come fast and hard, then abruptly stop. Next would come a strong breeze and bright hot sun that quickly dried the leaves. All perfect if one wanted to go for a walk, but I wanted wet leaves and water drops that I could add sparkle to by using a flash.

After waiting three days I put my umbrellas, light stands and flash away, slipped on rubber boots, and dashed out into the still wet garden as soon as the rain began to ease up.

As had been the pattern for the past few days, the sun came out quickly, hot and bright, and, as usual, the breeze began. Fortunately, the bright sun allowed shutter speeds of 1/600th of a second and above, and, in most cases, made up for the plants moving with the light wind.

I used two cameras; one converted to infrared with a 70-180mm macro lens, and the oth-

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Some plants looked as though they might be perfect for infrared, while others were so colourful that I knew I wanted the image to end up as close as possible to natural, although some would be converted to black and white.

As I mentioned I wanted something unexpected, and that also meant I photographed some plants taking into consideration that I might do some altering in post-production.

Wandering around the home garden is relaxing. My intention is to find something unexpected in the familiar plants. When I’ve chosen my subject, I look at it from all angles paying attention to the background so that whatever is behind won’t interfere, and I want the shadows, colours, and other plants to add interest to my composition.

I know many pho-

tographers may be content with aiming their programmed, little point and shoot cameras straight forward at some particular flower or foliage; and that is acceptable if all one wants is a life-like representation for a club’s plant catalogue. However, I find much more interesting photographs are from photographers with their DSLRs who are more intent in creating artistic representations of the flowers and other plants.

I think photographers get themselves all tied up with a need to have inspiring subjects, and ignore the commonplace subjects just outside the door.

When I want to try out some new piece of equipment, or software, I don’t wait for an excursion; I just walk out in my yard and make pictures of anything and everything.

I can easily return to the computer to test

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Celebrating 35 Years

Grilled Lemon Chicken Skewers 2 boneless chicken breasts 3 lemons 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp dried oregano 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper 7-8 green onions Cut the chicken breasts into about 1” chunks & place in freezer bag & set aside. Zest 1 lemons & add to a med. bowl. Juice that lemon plus 1 more, add to the lemon zest & add the minced garlic & oregano & stir.

Drizzle in the olive oil & whisk to combine.

Add salt & pepper. Pour the marinade into the freezer bag w/the chicken & let marinade for 30 mins to 3 hours in the refrigerator.

Prepare the grill by lightly oiling the grate & set to med./high heat. Slice the remaining lemon in thin rounds & then slice the rounds in half.Trim the green onions & cut into 1” lengths. Thread one piece of chicken onto a skewer then 2 slices of green onion, & then another piece of chicken. Fold a slice of lemon in half & thread next to the chicken, grouping closely on the skewer.

Add another piece of chicken, then green onions & repeat, ending w/chicken. Discard any of the remaining marinade - do not use for basting. Grill chicken, turning often so each side browns & has light grill marks, until cooked through, about 10-15 mins or until chicken juices run clear.

Each week a group or volunteer(s) are recognized in this space for their contribution to our community.

If you, your service organization or group would like to recognize an individual please call the North Thompson Volunteer and Information Centre at 672-0033.

Barriere Red Hat Ladies

By Dee

Quinoa Fruit Salad w/Honey 1 cup quinoa 2 cups water Pinch of salt For the Honey Lime Dressing:

Juice of 1 large lime 3 tbsps honey 2 tbsps finely chopped fresh mint For the fruit: 1 1/2 cups blueberries 1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries 1 1/2 cups chopped mango Extra chopped mint, for garnish-optional Rinse the quinoa in cold water. Add quinoa, water, & salt to a med. saucepan & bring to a boil over med. heat. Boil for 5 mins.

Turn the heat to low & simmer for 15 mins, or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat & fluff w/a fork & let cool. Honey Lime Dressing: Whisk lime juice, honey, & mint together. In a sep. bowl, combine quinoa, blueberries, strawberries, & mango. Pour honey lime dressing over the salad & mix until combined. Garnish w/mint, if desired.

Serve at room temperature or chilled.

By Dee

FROM MY KITCHEN

Herbed Potato Salad w/ Yogurt & Snap Peas 2 lbs red skinned potatoes 8 oz (about 1½ cups) snap peas 1 large shallot (4 to 5 tbsps diced) ¾ cup Greek yogurt 1 tbsp whole grain mustard ¼ to ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp kosher salt Fresh ground pepper Fresh herbs: we used 1 tbsp chopped dill & 1 tbsp chopped rosemary Dice the potatoes. In a lrg. pot, add salted water & potatoes & bring to a boil; boil until cooked. Drain potatoes & rinse them under cold water to cool. Cut the ends off of the snap peas, & finely mince the shallot. Mince the dill & rosemary. In a lrg bowl, mix snap peas & shallot w/yogurt, mustard, garlic powder, salt, pepper, & fresh herbs.Then add the potatoes & stir until everything is coated.

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In Barriere, there are two chapters of this club for women 50+. The Red Hat Ladies are a global society of women that connect with, support, and encourage women in their pursuit of fun, friendship, freedom, fulfillment, and fitness.

The Class Red Hatters meet on the third Friday of the month at the Station House Restaurant. Please call Joan Purver at 250-672-9500 for information on times.

The Red Hot Mamas meet on the second Friday of the month at various locations.

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Barriere & District Heritage Society: 3rd Wed. of mth, 250-672-2012.

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Community Soup Day: Christian Life Assembly on grounds.

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Sep 26-30 - 74th Annual BC Provincial Winter Fair @ Fall Barriere Food Bank: every other Wed. starting Jun 5. Call Crib: Mon. & Fri. 1-4pm @ Little Fort Hall.

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Farmers Market - Thurs. 10-2 Sam’s Pizza. 672-5159 or Nov 16 - 4H Banquet @ Lions Hall Barriere Genealogy: Every 1st & 3rd Friday of the month 672-5919.

Dec 31 - New Year’s Eve Bullarama @ NT Agriplex at the Barriere Library, 6-7pm. For info call 250-672-9330.

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NT Fish & Game Club: 4th Mon. each mth 7pm Volunteer Centre. More info 672-1843 NT Museum: Summer hours - Tues & Fri 9am-5pm; Wed & Sat 10am-4pm; Thurs 10am-5pm.

NT Valley Hospice House Soc.: 3rd Tues of the mth, 11am, Little Fort Hall. More info 672-5660 or 672-9500.

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

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Walk & Fitness: Indoors, Tues & Thurs 12-2pm. Barriere Ridge Gym, everyone welcome.

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EXPERIENCED PARTS Person required for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000 sq.ft store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at: LacLaBicheRegion.com.

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3/BR, 2/bath. Rural setting just north of Barriere. Partially furnished with range, fridge, w/d.

Heat: wood/elec. $650/mo plus d.d $325. Ref. Req. Call 250-672-5660 for appointment to view.

Clearwater; 3 bdrm, 2 bath home central location, quiet street, lots of space. Avail July 1st, $1,000/ mnth. N/S. Phone 250-674-8750

MAINTENANCE/LOADER OPERATOR NEEDED This is a fulltime, permanent position starting immediately at our plant in Princeton, BC. Minimum of 10 years maintenance experience required on a variety of production and mobile equipment.

Experience in a post mill, or small to medium size sawmill preferred.

Must be able to handle a variety of tasks, work well with minimum supervision and be part of the team.

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SAMARITAN’S Purse is hiring a Restaurant Cook in Dease Lake, BC Apply at employment@samaritan.ca or fax:1888-232-9633; Got Questions? Call 1800-663-6500

Thompson Valley Carpet Care State of the art cleaning.

Fully insured, truck mounted, commercial & residential upholstery cleaning Kathy @ 250-674-1629

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

Volunteers always needed.

Call 250-674-2135.

Great deals - low prices

Employment

HAFI GRANTS Notice to low income seniors and persons with disability.

You may qualify for a grant up to 20,000. to modify and adapt your home for improved safety and accessibility. For details contact your local HAFI expert Hans Ounpuu, Building contractor @ 250-674-3875.

Need some help with those odd jobs you don’t have time for? Call Keiran Jones at 250-674-3051 mowerman275@gmail.com

Services

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

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Used Postage Stamps

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

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

Real Estate For Sale By Owner Clearwater: 14x70 1998 Moduline MH with winter package, 2 bdrm, very gd cond.

Owned by elderly lady. Incl c/a, w/d, f/s. Extra lg windows, very bright and airy. Master bdrm has full 4 window bay.

Two full bath, 1 is ensuite.

New roof 3 yrs ago. Incl 2 roofed porches.

Requires moving. Asking $62,000.00.

Call Jones 250-674-3051 or woodcrest8@gmail.com ESTATE Sale 4229 Dunsmuir Road Barriere Mobile Home 3 bedrooms 1 bath 2 additions providing 1244 sq. ft. on .54 acre fenced with private yard, garden, fruit trees, work shop and storage, appliances, pellet stove, propane furnace and AC. $118,000. Call 250-3964260

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Rentals

Pets & Livestock

Apt/Condo for Rent

Pets Kittens looking for loving homes. 250-676-2013 or 250674-7051 (cell)

Barriere: fully self contained recent reno. 1bdrm app 4 rent.

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

Avail immed. (250)672-9241

Merchandise for Sale

Duplex / 4 Plex

Appliances 2007 Maytag dishwasher u/c, Bisque, exc.cond. $150. 2002 Kenmore microwave/range hood, Bisque, exc.cond. $100.00. 250-674-3944 Fridge, convection oven & stovetop, stacking w/d, 30” stove, ft load w/d, single w/d All refurbished. 250-674-0079

Barriere: 3 bdrm duplex, 1 1/2 bath, 1 car heated garage.

W/D, fenced, inground sprinkler. Avail Jul 1. RR $875/mo + DD. 250-672-0041 Barriere: 4plex for rent. 2 bdrm, ns/np, heat & power incl, RR/DD. $725/mo. Avail. immed. 250-672-9958 or 250319-5220

Garage Sales

Mobile Homes & Pads

4911 Birch Lane, Jul 6-7, 10am-2pm.

561 Barkley Rd., June 28-30 & Jul 5-6, 10am-4pm. Garage/estate sale-all must go.

Barriere: 12’x60’ 2bdrm mobile home @ Riva Ridge MH Park.

Comes w/stove w/d. Recent upgrades. Blow Out Price $8,000, obo. 778-220-3171

Clearwater: 225 Murtle Cres, 4bdrm, 3bath, dbl garage, $1225/mo + DD. New home.

Avail immed. 250-674-3434

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

E-mail: mail@barriere-employment.ca • Website: www.barriere-employment.ca RCA – Casual & Permanent PT, ICS B0007 CASHIER – Little Fort Store PT/FT CB0054 SANDWICH ARTIST – Subway PT/FT CB0055 COOK – Knight’s Inn B0129 SERVER – Must have Serve it Right, Knight’s Inn B0130 HOUSEKEEPER/LAUNDRY – Cahilty Lodge Sun Peaks B0149 SERVER – High 5 Diner (Little Fort) B0151 CASUAL ASSISTED LIVING WORKER – Yellowhead Pioneer B0156 CASUAL COOK – Yellowhead Pioneer B0158 GRAVEL TRUCK/EXCAVATOR OPERATOR – Bladetec B0164 GRADER OPERATOR – Bladetec B0165 PRO SHOP CLERK - PT or FT, evenings & weekends Chinook Cove Golf B0171

FELLER BUNCHER OPERATOR – Spaz Logging, Valemount CB1073 SKILL DEVELOPMENT: If you have been on Employment Insurance in the past 3 years (5 years maternity) and are currently unemployed, you may be eligible for re-training dollars. Book an appointment to see one of our counselors for more information.

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

• Free computer and Internet access • Free resume help • Free information on many services.

“The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia” In Partnership with Barriere & District Chamber of Commerce and Yellowhead Community Services

CLEARWATER EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 58A Young Road, Clearwater BC V0E 1N2 250-674-2928 Fax 250-674-2938

E-mail: info@clearwateremployment.ca • Web Page: www.clearwateremployment.ca Housekeeper: Seas/Clearwater #C0178 Waitress/Waiter: Seas/Clearwater #C0176 Breakfast Cook: Seas/Clearwater #C0175 Housekeeper/Kitchen Help: Seasonal/ Clearwater #C0174 Faller Buncher Operator: Seasonal/ Clearwater #CB0173 Administrative Assistant: FT/PT/Clw #C0172 Carpenter Helper: Seas/Clearwater C0170 Server: Seasonal/Blue River C0169 Line Cook: Seasonal/Blue River C0168 Sous Chef: Seasonal/Blue River C0167 EPBC Program Manager: FT/Valemount CB0166 Assistant Manager: FT/Seasonal/Clw #C0163 B&B Housekeeper: Seasonal/Clw #C0162 Mechanic/Mechanics Helper: Seas/Clw #C0161 Logging Truck Driver: Seasonal/Clw #C0160 Breakfast Cook/Server: Seas/Little Fort #C0153 Housekeepers: Seas/Clearwater #C0147 Front Desk Attendant: Seas/Blue River #CB0141 Cashier: FT/PT Little Fort #C0123 Housekeeper: Seas/FT/Clw #C0122 Sandwich Artist: Seas/Little Fort #CB0121 Line Cook: FT/Little Fort #CB0119 Nanny: Seas FT/Clw #C0118

GENERAL INFORMATION FREE WORKSHOPS to help with your work search are available.

Please contact us for more information.

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

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

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

• Blue River Itinerant: An employment consultant comes to town twice/mth to the Blue River School. Next visit is Tuesday July 16th from 12:30-2:30. If a one on one appointment is required, please call to set up a time prior to the drop in.

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

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Thursday, July 4, 2013 North Thompson Star Journal Thursday, July 04, 2013 North Thompson Star/Journal

Safety tips to protect your home from wildfire North Thompson Star/Journal With the hot and dry weather back in town, and summer now well underway, the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is urging vulnerable British Columbians to take precautions to prepare their homes this wildfire season.

“Wildfires are a real threat and present danger to many communities every summer.

The best protection against loss, damage or injury due to wildfire is prevention. British Columbians should prepare now with these simple safety tips to protect your family and property,” says Bill Adams, Vice-President, Western and Pacific, IBC.

Severe weather is on the rise across Canada.

Events that used to happen every 40 years can now be expected to happen every six.

The incidence of severe wildfires is expected to increase significantly throughout BC’s forests, perhaps increasing by 50 per cent or more over the period through 2050 according to IBC’s Telling the Weather Story research report.

This makes it even more critical to know how you can protect your family and your home in the event of an emergency.

According to Emergency Management BC, on average, there are over 1900 wildfires with estimated damages costing over $160 million every year in

British Colombia.

Wildfires move fast, can change direction unexpectedly and are

“

formed. Weather forecasts are vital in predicting fire behaviour.

• Pay attention to

ter safety kit.

• Create an emergency preparedness plan for your family.

Wildfires are a real threat and present danger to many communities every summer. ...British Columbians should prepare now...

— Bill Adams, Vice-president Western & Pacific, IBC

often difficult to contain.

The unpredictable nature of such events is what poses the most significant threat to homeowners and the community at large.

Are you prepared?

Consider these tips: • Stay weather in-

CHURCH DIRECTORY

fire danger ratings Pay attention to fire prohibitions and restrictions to know the likelihood of a wildfire igniting in your region.

• Prepare a detailed home inventory.

• Check your smoke detectors.

• Assemble a disas-

”

• Prepare your home.

• Manage the space around your home. Remove combustible materials such as shrubs, trees and woodpiles within ten metres of your home.

For more tips on how to FireSmart your

home click here: http:// youtu.be/af4hPwpruvo Are you covered?

• Talk to your insurance representative to ensure that you have appropriate home or tenant insurance coverage.

• Virtually every home or tenant insurance policy covers damage caused by fire, even if the fire begins on a neighbouring property.

• In certain circumstances, homeowners who are unable to return home as a result of insured damage are entitled to additional living expenses.

• Damage to vehicles from fire or water is usually covered if comprehensive or all perils automobile insurance coverage has been purchased. This coverage

DISTRICT OF BARRIERE NOTICE OF PUBLIC INPUT OPPORTUNITY July 15th, 2013 @ 7:00pm

District of Barriere Road Closure Bylaw No. 107

CHURCH OF ST. PAUL

The District of Barriere Council hereby gives notice that it will be considering a Bylaw to authorize the closure of a portion of a dedicated highway and dispose of the land identified as hatched on the plan below. The portion of Jackpine Drive in question is not required for road purposes and would be offered for sale only to the adjacent property owner in order to correct an encroachment.

4464 Barriere Town Road

Worship Sunday 11:00

A worshipping community of Anglicans, United & Lutherans

Pursuant to the Community Charter, Council may by bylaw close a portion of a highway to traffic that is vested in the municipality and remove its dedication as a highway.

All Are Welcome

Prior to the District of Barriere Road Closure Bylaw No. 107 being adopted, public input is being sought by Council. Anyone who believes that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaw, shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to provide input on the proposed bylaw.

the Rev. Brian Krushel

OfÀce 250 2 5 5 www.norththompsonpc.ca

ST. GEORGE’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

A copy of the Draft Road Closure Bylaw is available for review on the District’s website (www.barriere.ca) and at the District Office (4936 Barriere Town Road) during regular office hours.

Sunday Mass - 9am Wednesday, Friday & Saturday Mass - 9am

Written submissions can be delivered in person to the District Office (4936 Barriere Town Road) or by fax (250-672-9708), or by email (channigan@barriere.ca), or by mail (P.O. Box 219, Barriere BC, V0E 1E0) by Monday, July 15th, 2013 at 4pm.

Father Donal O’Reilly

Ph 672-5949 • Fax 672-5974 CHRISTIAN LIFE ASSEMBLY 4818 Annesty Rd. (Across from High School) 9:30am Adult Sunday School 10:30am Sunday Service and Children’s Sunday School Pastor: Lance Naylor Youth Pastor: James Mason 672-0111 www.clabarriere.org

THE OPEN DOOR FELLOWSHIP 11:00 am Sundays at the Ridge Bible Study on Tuesdays at 1pm Join us for refreshments after the Service.

Phone 250-672-9830 anytime.

Affiliated with North American Baptist Association.

“Believe in the Lord Jesus - and you will be saved.” (Acts 16:31)

Seventh-day Adventists

Meet in the Church of Saint Paul on Saturday Mornings Bible Study - 10:00 Worship Service - 11:30 Fellowship Meal - 1:00 Everyone Welcome 672-5332

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is not mandatory, so check your policy.

The Insurance Bureau of Canada is the national industry association representing Canada’s private home, car and business insurers. Its member companies represent 90per cent of the property and casualty (P&C) insurance market in Canada. The P&C insurance industry employs over 118,600 Canadians, pays more than $7 billion in taxes to the federal, provincial and municipal governments, and has a total premium base of $46 billion.

To view media releases and other information, visit the media section of IBC’s website at www.ibc.ca.

Follow IBC on Twitter @InsuranceBureau or like us on Facebook.

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New option for Old Age Security now available

Checking out the best in Canada Kamloops veterinarian, Jason McGillivray, examines the eye of a lamb during a health and soundness exam required for qualification into the All Canada Sheep Classic Show and Sale held at the North Thompson Agriplex in Barriere, B.C., June 27-30. Over 350 head of sheep, representing over 60 breeders from as far away as Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island were examined in one day.

They were marked for soundness, health, and conformation defects before being given a number for eligibility to compete in the show and sale. Any animals not making the grade were moved to another building, thus maintaining only the cream of the crop for National competition.

North Thompson Star/Journal Canadian seniors can now choose to delay receiving their Old Age Security (OAS) pension for up to five years, allowing them to receive a higher monthly amount in the future. The announcement was made by the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

“People today are taking many different paths to retirement, and some seniors are choosing to work longer,” said Minister Finley. “Canadians now have the option to voluntarily defer their OAS pension for up to five years in exchange for a higher monthly amount.”

As part of Budget 2012, the Government announced the new voluntary deferral option for the OAS, which will give more flexibility and choice in retirement planning to Canadians.

The OAS is funded through general tax revenues and is indexed to the Consumer Price Index. It enhances the quality of life of Canadian seniors by providing a modest base upon which to build additional income for retirement. In 2012-2013, it provided 5.2 million seniors with an estimated $40.4 billion in benefits.

As many factors can influence a person’s retirement plans, it is important to consider one’s personal situation when deciding whether to delay receiving the OAS pension.

For every month people delay receipt of their OAS pension, they will receive an increased monthly benefit of 0.6 percent, up to a maximum of 36 percent at age 70. For example, for Canadians turning 65 today who decide to delay receiving their pension for one year, their monthly amount would increase by 7.2 percent (0.6 percent x 12 months).

Canadians should consider their personal situation when deciding when to start receiving their OAS pension. It is important to note that people who delay their OAS pension will not be eligible to receive the GIS, and their spouse or common-law partner will not be eligible to receive the Allowance until that person’s OAS pension begins.

To improve services for seniors and reduce administrative costs, the Government of Canada has started an automatic enrolment process that will remove the need for many seniors to apply for the OAS pension.

Automatic enrolment is being phased in over the coming years. People who are eligible for automatic enrolment will be notified personally by mail. Seniors who are not notified need to apply. Service Canada will continue to send applications to those who cannot be automatically enrolled. Applications are also available on the Service Canada website.

The Old Age Security (OAS) program is the cornerstone of Canada’s retirement income system, providing benefits to most Canadians 65 years of age and over. The program consists of the basic pension, the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) and monthly allowances for eligible low-income people 60 to 64 years of age.

Canadians are living longer and healthier lives; there will be nearly twice as many seniors in 2030 as there were in 2011, growing from 5 million to 9.4 million. This will place significant pressures on the OAS program.

For further information, visit the Service Canada website at www.servicecanada.gc.ca/ oaschanges.

STAR/JOURNAL photo: Jill Hayward

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The 64th Annual

North Thompson F all F air & R odeo

dults $12 a ents /Stud s r S $8 r unde 10 & Free

Aug. 31 & Sept. 1, 2, 2013 at the Fairgrounds in Barriere, B.C.

• 3 days of BCRA Rodeo • Pony Chuckwagon Races • Exhibits • Livestock Shows • Heavy Horse Pulls • Concessions • Clowns • Magicians • Musicians • Children’s Area • Parades • and more

www.fallfair-rodeo.com

for hole the w ! family

FUN

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Thursday, July 04, 2013 North Thompson Star/Journal

NTFFRA Ambassador Speech and Talent Night There was a good turnout for the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Ambassador Program’s Speech and Talent night held on June 28 in the Lions Hall. Alternating between speeches and talents, the candidates had a full schedule, finishing the evening with a fashion show that spanned the years from 1930 to present day and beyond.

The Ambassador Coronation evening will be held this year in the Barriere Elementary School gymnasium on Aug. 23, at 7 p.m.

STAR/JOURNAL photos: Margaret Houben

(Above) L-r - All present for the Speech and Talent night performance were: North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association Ambassador Aliya Bieber, Vice-Ambassadors Alisha Gotro and Kaitlain Chantler, Miss Noble Quarter Horses Cherie Witts, Miss Barriere Lions Club Kennedy Ash, Miss Jim’s Food Market Jenna Zietsov, Miss Knights Inn Vanessa Balatti, Miss Simpcw First Nation Chelsea Wilson, and Miss Armour Mountain Office Services Kendall MacKay (Left) The Ambassadors and candidates presented a fashion show that spanned the years from 1930 to present day and beyond during the talent portion of the evening.

Fuel management reduces wildfire risks in Agate Bay North Thompson Star/Journal Wildfire Management Branch crews, in partnership with the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, have completed a 5.8-hectare fuel management project southeast of Barriere near Agate Bay Road.

The project involved pruning, spacing and removing trees to reduce the amount of forest fuels available in the event of a wildfire.

The debris piles remaining onsite will be burned this fall, when conditions make it safe to do so.

This forest modification reduces the likelihood of an aggressive, fast-moving crown fire and also lowers the risk of a fire spreading uphill to homes along Agate Bay Road and in the Glen Grove Estates area.

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District developed a Community Wildfire Protection Plan in 2008, identifying ways to decrease fuel loading in nearby forests and reduce the potential for devastating wildfires. This fuel management project is one of 13 active projects in the regional district.

The B.C. government introduced the Strategic Wildfire Prevention Initiative in 2004 to help local governments and First Nations reduce the risk of interface wildfires, where urban development borders on forests and grasslands.

That year, the provincial and federal governments announced $37 million to help local govern-

ments pay for interface wildfire mitigation. In April 2011, the provincial government contributed an additional $25 million. The funding is administered by the Union of British Columbia Municipalities.

As of March 31, 2013, 252 Community Wildfire Protection Plans have been completed by local governments and First Nations.

Another 50 are in progress.

As of March 31, 2013, completed fuel treatments and risk reduction efforts have covered more than 47,977 hectares of land in and around communities that face a significant wildfire risk. This includes 26,296 hectares of forest affected by the mountain pine beetle.

To support the efforts of the province’s Strategic Wildfire Prevention Initiative, members of the public are asked to do their part by using FireSmart principles to reduce the risk of wildfires on private property. For more information about the FireSmart program and how to make private property more fire-resistant, visit: www. firesmartcanada.ca For the latest information on fire activity, conditions and prohibitions, visit the Wildfire Management Branch website: www. bcwildfire.ca You can also follow the latest wildfire news – · On Twitter at: http://twitter. com/BCGovFireInfo · On Facebook at: http://facebook.com/BCForestFireInfo

STAR/JOURNAL photos: Bob Hayward

(Above) Members of the Wildfire Management Branch crew who completed a 5.8 hectare fuel management project near Agate Bay Road in the Glen Grove area.

(Right) l-r: TNRD Area ‘O’ Director Bill Kershaw looks on as Greg Garrish of the Wildfire Management Branch, prepares to present a recognition certificate to Colin Swan for his efforts regarding the fuel management project.

STAR/JOURNAL photos: Bob Hayward