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Campfires only in designated areas in Barriere None at Fall Fair

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The top three awards in the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Ambassador Program 2013 go to Clearwater girls. Picture are (l-r) Miss Noble Quarter Horses and the new vice-ambassador Cherie Witts, Miss Jim’s Food Market and the new ambassador Jenna Zietsov, and Miss Armour Mountain Office Services and the new vice-ambassador Kendall MacKay.

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The 64th annual Fall Fair and Rodeo Ambassador has been crowned. Candidate Jenna Zietsov, sponsored by Jim’s Food Market, was crowned Friday evening, Aug. 23, by outgoing Ambassador Aliya Bieber.

The vice-ambassadors are Miss Noble Quarter Horses Cherie Witts and Miss Armour Mountain Office Services Kendall MacKay. All three young ladies are from Clearwater.

Taking over the crown of Miss Friendship is Miss Knights Inn Vanessa Balatti of Barriere.

Many other awards were given out during the evening. The most improved speech award was presented to Miss Simpcw First Nation Chelsea Wilson, while the value and action award went to Miss Armour Mountain Office Services Kendall MacKay. Miss Barriere Lions Club Kennedy Ash won the Megan Worthington memorial award (also known as the rising star award).

The talent award and bursary was presented to Jenna Zietsov and the speech ...continued on page 11

Eco Depots officially opened North Thompson Star/Journal On Aug. 21, the Province of British Columbia and ThompsonNicola Regional District, officially celebrated the grand opening of the Louis Creek and Clearwater EcoDepots in the North Thompson Valley. The TNRD board of directors were in attendance as well as a number of dignitaries, and area residents.

“Our Government recognizes the importance of modern and reliable infrastructure services for our communities,” said Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification. “By investing in projects like this, we

are improving services for residents of the Thompson-Nicola Regional District while supporting jobs, growth and long-term prosperity.”

This $15 million project has involved the reconfiguration of 16 sites within the TNRD into a system of Eco-Depots that will provide full recycling services to more than 41,000 residents. Two-thirds of the funding has been provided through the joint federal-provincial Building Canada Fund - Communities Component and the remainder from TNRD. “As a long time resident of this region, I know that our significant growth has had an impact on infrastructure like waste management,” said Kamloops-North Thompson MLA Terry Lake. “The Louis ...Continued on page 3

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Dignitaries cut the ribbon at the Louis Creek Eco Depot to mark it as officially opened on Aug. 21. Cutting the ribbon (l-r) are: TNRD Area ‘O’ director Bill Kershaw, MLA Terry Lake, Simpcw First Nation Councillor Tina Donald, MP Cathy McLeod, TNRD Area ‘B’ (Blue River) Willow MacDonald, and TNRD Board Chair Randy Murray.

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Smart meter class action off to slow start

By Jeff Nagel Black Press

Opponents of BC Hydro’s wireless smart meters are scrambling to quickly assemble enough people willing to be part of a planned class-action lawsuit they hope delivers a permanent opt-out from the program.

Victoria resident Sharon Noble, with the group Citizens for Safe Technology, said success in convincing a judge to certify the class action may hinge on how many people take part. She estimated on Aug. 21, that 100 to 150 people are registered – a start she called slow – but added hundreds more sign-ups are likely in progress.

Given the number of people who have blocked smart meter installation or had one installed against their wishes, she said, it

would be surprising if thousands don’t join the lawsuit.

“The courts would be very influenced by having a large number,” Noble said, adding a judge could soon begin considering whether to certify the class action.

“The more people we have signed on by then, the more likely the courts would look on this as being a very significant movement, as opposed to a movement of a handful.”

About 60,000 households have refused smart meters or less than four per cent of all BC Hydro customers.

BC Hydro has not yet issued its response to the claim filed July 25 on behalf of representative plaintiff Nomi Davis.

It demands free choice “without extortive fees, coercion or conditions designed to intimidate.”

Registering with the lawsuit costs $100.

The provincial government has indicated those who still have analog power meters they want to keep will be able to pay around $20 a month extra to continue manual meter readings.

Opponents aren’t happy with the fees or Hydro indications that smart meters may still replace analog ones as they break down.

They also say those with smart meters should have the ability to turn off wireless transmissions.

“The opt-out option that Hydro is offering needs to be a legitimate one,” White Rock resident Linda Ewart said. “What they need to say is ‘If you don’t want one of these meters, you don’t need to have them.’”

Another concern over choice is what happens when someone moves to a new

home and a smart meter is already installed.

Many objectors claim health concerns or sensitivity to radio-frequency waves, even though third-party tests have found emissions from smart meters are low compared to other sources.

BC Hydro officials say the lead plaintiff’s analog meter was broken and had to be replaced for safety reasons.

“BC Hydro will work through the judicial process to explain why we are obligated to replace a customer’s meter when there is potential for a safety hazard,” said Greg Reimer, executive vice-president of transmission and distribution, in a statement.

He said both the B.C. Court of Appeal and B.C. Utilities Commission have previously dismissed smart meter legal challenges and that Hydro has “acted at all times within the law.”

Fire Chief says campfires only in designated areas in Barriere

If you see a wildfire call *5555 on your cell.

Nearly half of all wildfires are preventable. Please, be responsible in our forests.

The Kamloops Fire Center announced effective at noon on Monday, Aug. 26, that campfires would be permitted throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre, but this does not necessarily apply within the boundaries of local governments, such as Barriere.

District of Barriere Fire Chief Al Kirkwood says campfires within the municipality will only be permitted in designated areas. He notes the campfire ban will be continued at the Fall Fair grounds for the Labour Day Weekend.

Anyone lighting a campfire within the District of Barriere, can only do so in a designated area, and must follow B.C.’s campfire regulations: * The campfire must not exceed the allowed size of a half-metre wide by a half-metre high. * Flammable material (such a twigs and pine needles) must be removed from around the campfire area and

this fuel-free area must be maintained while the campfire is burning. * A shovel or at least eight litres of water must be on site to properly extinguish the fire. * Never leave a campfire unattended. * The ashes must be cool to the touch before you leave the area.

Category 2 and 3 open fires remain prohibited for the entire Kamloops Fire Centre. This prohibition includes all open fires larger than a half-metre high by a half-metre wide, fires with a burn registration number, industrial burning, fireworks, sky lanterns and burning barrels.

Anyone found in violation of an open fire ban may be issued a ticket for up to $345. If that fire leads to a wildfire, the person(s) responsible may be fined up to $1 million, spend up to three years in prison and be held accountable for associated firefighting costs.

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$50,000 for Simpcw to build war memorial North Thompson Star/Journal Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops— Thompson—Cariboo, recently made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, that up to $50,000 has been awarded through the Community War Memorial Program, for the construction of the Simpcw First Nation Community War Memorial.

The memorial is to be dedicated to those individuals from the Simpcw First Nation who chose to serve in the Second World War and who sacrificed for the good of others.

“Memorials are more than structures of stone and mortar,”

said Minister Fantino.

“They represent sacrifice and honour. They provide community members with a place to gather in recognition of those who served on their behalf. Most importantly, they carry on the importance of remembrance for future generations.”

“Our government commends the Simpcw First Nation for its efforts to preserve the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice,” said MP McLeod. “It is gratifying to know that younger generations will have honoured places and memorials like these to reflect on the courage of remarkable First Nations men and women in uniform for years to come.”

The Simpcw First Nation will erect the

new memorial. The proposed memorial plaza area will consist of a cenotaph constructed of stone or concrete surrounded by a circular concrete pad designed to accommodate 100 to 150 people.

Two timber arches will rise above the monument area and intersect in the middle. A cast of an eagle in flight will adorn the top. Ten plaques, each engraved with the image of a member of the community who died during the Second World War, will be mounted on the cenotaph. Walkways will be constructed to connect the monument area to the main sidewalks. Benches will be installed and landscaping, which will include culturally significant vegetation to complete the project.

Through the Community War Memorial Program, the Government of Canada is fulfilling its commitment to further commemorate the courage and sacrifices of veterans and men and women in uniform by partnering with community groups and local organizations to build new cenotaphs and monuments.

Applications to the Community War Memorial Program can be submitted at any time during the year and are reviewed on a quarterly basis. Interested nonprofit groups and other organizations may be eligible for funding to build new memorials, or to make major additions to existing ones.

For more information, please visit veterans. gc.ca.

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Eco Depots officially opened Creek and Clearwater Eco-Depots are great examples of how we are taking long term proactive action to protect the environment while making waste disposal more economical for residents.”

The Louis Creek and Clearwater EcoDepots are part of the TNRD’s ongoing efforts to work towards more environmentally friendly ways of solidwaste management by helping residents divert more waste from landfills. The improved service is being developed in response to the need to manage the region’s increasing amount of waste, extend the life of the TNRD’s remaining landfills, protect the en-

vironment and keep a lid on taxes.

“As a regional government covering more than 45,000 square kilometres, providing services in a financially sustainable manner can be a challenge,” said Thompson-Nicola Regional District Chair Randy Murray. “Federal contributions and inter-jurisdictional partnerships are vital to maintain the viability of rural communities.”

While attending the Eco Depot opening in Louis Creek, MLA Terry Lake commented, “We are now giving back to the planet, thanks to the foresight of the regional government and the federalprovincial governments

who put these plans into place – making really good things happen.

The political leadership shown at the regional level has produced a great facility.”

The Yellowhead 4-H club were on site at the Louis Creek opening providing refreshments and goodies for the attendees.

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The North Thompson STAR/JOURNAL

Thursday, August 29, 2013 North Thompson Star/Journal 359 Borthwick Avenue, Box 1020, Barriere, B.C., V0E 1E0 250-672-5611

by Barbara Roden

Gentlemen, start your barbecues

Did you know it was B.C. Beef Day on July 24? No, neither did I. While I’d like to think I fired up the barbecue and had some beef for dinner that night, I know that didn’t happen. It’s not because I don’t eat beef, nor can it be blamed on a faulty memory. No, the reason I know I didn’t barbecue beef – or anything else – on July 24 is because barbecuing, for the most part, is a man’s world.

There will be women reading this muttering, “Well, I barbecue!” To you I pass on my heartiest congratulations, for you are brave women. Do you doubt me? One of the most terrifying sights I ever saw was a lone woman barbecuing hamburgers and hot dogs at a company picnic. A cluster of four or five men stood around her, watching in silence as she flipped patties, their fingers twitching uncontrollably. Every now and then one of them would look as if he was about to speak, then think better of it and relapse into unhappy silence.

All of them had a vaguely hunted look about them, a look that conveyed the sense that something had gone fundamentally wrong with the universe but they didn’t know what to do about it. I had the sense that if the woman barbecuing had made the slightest slip with a hot dog, or grilled one of the burgers just a bit too much, they would have pounced like starving wolves. As it was, they had to stand helplessly by, biting back any critiques they might have wanted to make. After all, it’s unwise to mess with someone who has sharp implements and open flame at her disposal.

I suspect the open flame aspect of barbecuing is what appeals to men; a throwback to a time when life was more raw, less refined. Women have long since learned the value of being able to regulate cooking temperatures somewhat more precisely than either “just this side of raw” or “lump of charcoal”, so most of us are content to let men take over the grill. We’ve also learned that while many men don’t want to stand over a stove in an air-conditioned house, they’re perfectly happy to stand over a barbecue in the blazing sun and heat of the great outdoors, which is fine by us.

Not that women are taking it easy while the menfolk tend to the grilling. Dollars to doughnuts they’re indoors, making all those wonderful accompaniments to go with whatever’s on the barbecue. Potato salad, green salad, cole slaw, twice-baked spuds, veggies and dip, cheese and cracker platters, fruit plates: you name it, someone with two X chromosomes has probably put it together. When the burgers or steaks or chicken breasts or ribs are done, they are but the final piece of the puzzle. But who gets the lion’s share of the praise: the person who spent a few minutes not burning a piece of salmon, or the one who spent hours creating a ten-layer salad that would make angels weep tears of joy?

Next time you’re at a barbecue take a look at the dynamics of the grill, and see who is where, doing what. Whether it’s a man or a woman standing over the flames, feel free to praise them for their barbecuing skills.

However, don’t forget to also compliment whoever is responsible for the side dishes. After all, that bruschetta and the artichoke dip didn’t make themselves.

By Barbara Roden - Ashcroft Cache Creek Journal The STAR/JOURNAL welcomes all letters to the editor. We do, however, reserve the right to edit, condense or reject letters over matters of libel, legality, taste, brevity, style or clarity.

While all letters must be signed upon submission, and have a contact telephone number, writers may elect to withhold their names from publication in special circumstances. Drop your letter off at the Star/Journal Office, fax it to 672-9900, mail it to Box 1020, Barriere, VOE 1EO, or email to news@starjournal.net.

River bullies need to be caught To the editor; On Friday, Aug. 16, at 3:25 p.m., I was in my kayak travelling downriver on the North Thompson.

I had just passed below Arthur Hatton elementary, which is on the corner of Schubert Drive and Chestnut Street in North Kamloops.

I was feeling a bit smug and very happy — smug as I had completed my river trip from Barriere without any mishaps, and very happy because I was only 30 minutes from my home on Royal Avenue and was looking forward to seeing my husband and having a cold beer.

In a matter of minutes, however, my

smug and happy feelings turned to fear and dread.

I had noticed a boat travelling upriver across from me when it changed course and came diagonally across the river, straight at me.

I was not worried at first as I thought they would change to an upriver course once again in a minute or two.

This was not to be.

They kept coming straight for me.

I paddled closer and closer to the river bank — which, in this part of the river, is steep and covered in rip rap — and kept hoping they would turn.

Just when I had accepted the fact they were

going to either hit me or force me into the river bank, they turned upriver again.

All I had to deal with was their wake, which was fairly easy to handle.

There were three young males standing in the dull green, metal, flat-bottomed river boat. I had the impression one or two of them were quite tanned with short, bleached blonde hair.

There is no doubt in my mind this was a deliberate act of intimidation and was probably also caught on someone’s smartphone.

Because these individuals were standing, and the fact my kayak is bright yellow in colour,

visibility would not have been a problem.

I object to having my safety on the river threatened by irresponsible half-wits who use a power boat as a tool for intimidation.

If these individuals are sharing their experience of bullying either verbally or on the Internet, and you happen to know their names, I am asking that you give that information to RCMP Const. Vincent Stevens, file No. 2013/25048.

I have one question for the three individuals who were in the boat and, more specifically, for the pilot: What are you going to be when you grow up?

Florence Thomson Kamloops

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Major operation to save animals during 2003 fires To the editor: As we remember Firestorm 2003, let me add our two pennies.

Our emergency animal rescue volunteers responded to Firestorm 2003 as well to evacuate animals and safely shelter them during this hell.

That year, we had decided to join an American group called Noah’s Wish. Believe me, we were kept busy during the summer of 2003. First in Osoyoos with a fire on Anarchist Mountain.

Then, a gas leak in Penticton. On the August long weekend, we deployed to 100 Mile House to cover Barriere north and then split our team to assist in Kamloops.

With only a two day break from that fire, we mobilized to Kelowna.

It was an amazing response and with the guidance of a mentor from the Justice Institute, CDART (Canadian Disaster Animal Response Team) was born.

Our volunteers worked around the clock and to this day, many of that crew are still recovering from compassion fatigue and burn-out.

This dedicated group of people still meet monthly and we are proud to say that the team covers the communities from Princeton/Osoyoos all the way up to and including Winfield.

Our colleagues in rescue, Noah’s Wish, have gifted us with their response trailer to better service our communities. The Emergency Social Services Association has tasked us with providing training in all six areas of this province and trusted us with their bank account.

This summer we completed training in Oliver and in Salmon Arm and many communities throughout B.C. have requested our aid.

We are proud to stand tall with the ESS volunteers we support.

Deborah Silk CDART coordinator

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Puppet photo booth at fair This year at the North Thompson Fall Fair you’ll find the Encorp puppet booth inside the conference hall attached to the Agriplex. Don’t miss stopping by the booth where you can have your pictures taken with the puppets from the TV commercials, while learning about recycling in a fun and interactive way, which is good for all ages. Encorp is a not for profit group that attends events in BC to promote recycling among British Columbians.

The beef with lab grown beef It’s hard to beat the enticing aroma of beef sizzling on the barbecue and the satisfaction of eating a perfectly cooked burger or steak.

So when the news articles appeared over the August long weekend on the cooking and tasting of the world’s first lab-grown beef burger, developed at Maastricht University in the Netherlands over a five year period and at a cost of more than $300,000, the reaction was predictable.

Online readers found the idea of eating lab-grown beef distasteful at best. Paired with beef consumption data from Statistics Canada that shows per capita beef and total meat consumption rose in 2012, and Health Canada’s recommending beef as a great first food for infants at six months of age, all indications are that this latest project of the anti-animal agriculture crowd is headed for an uphill battle in the court of public opinion.

It makes no sense to devote significant funds and resources to creating a hamburger in a lab when consumers already have a ready supply of affordable, delicious and nutrient-rich ground beef available at the supermarket.

When it comes to the great taste of beef there is no comparison – par-

ticularly if the choice is between beef harvested from sustainably raised animals, or threads of protein grown in a petri-dish.

The lab-grown meat in this particular project is touted by its promoters as the way to ‘help feed the world and fight climate change’ and as a way to mitigate animal welfare concerns.

The project is funded

by Google co-founder Sergey Brin, who said he was motivated by a concern for animal welfare. It is also supported by PETA. What’s missing from this premise is the sustainability efforts of producers and the industry as a whole to ensure the industry will be able to meet the needs of a growing global demand for protein responsibly. CCA belongs to a number of groups with a sustainability focus including the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef and has spearheaded a Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef.

Environmentally, socially and economically sustainable beef production is a key pillar of the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC).

Research funded by the BCRC has led to improvements in productivity and efficiency, which have clear implications for environmental sustainability.

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ments in feed efficiency and shortening the required number of days needed to finish fed cattle reduces the amount of methane and manure produced and resources used per pound of beef. Improvements in forage and grassland productivity lead to several environmental benefits, including increased carbon sequestration, improved wildlife habitat, contributes to biodiversity, helps maintain healthy watersheds, and reduces soil erosion. In order to quantify the environmental benefits of cattle production, research in the proposed second Beef Cattle Industry Science Cluster, a partnership through the BCRC and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, will examine the environmental footprint of the Canadian beef industry.

In the livestock business, good commerce includes good animal welfare. Cattle producers care for their animals every day, and that care shows up in the great taste of our product. The Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle, which governs areas including pain management, has recently undergone an updating process through the National Farm Animal Care Council. The Code uses valid, science-based

procedures that have been vetted by a council of experts.

The CCA would like consumers to know that they have many reasons to continue to feel good about eating beef. North America’s cattle industry has been very successful in creating more high quality protein with fewer resources. Improvements achieved between 1977 and 2007 means that modern beef production uses 33 per cent less land, 12 per cent less water, 19 per cent less feed and nine per cent less fossil fuel energy than equivalent beef production in 1977.

Cattle producers are long-time partners with the environment -many are second, third and fourth generation families -- and work to conserve wildlife and its habitat.

Raising beef cattle provides jobs that sustain rural communities, utilizes unproductive land to produce a highly nutritious food product for the human diet, and protects habitat and wildlife. Wellmanaged cattle operations deliver ecosystem services that benefit the environment and society as a whole.

These are just some of the real-life benefits of sustainable beef production that lab-grown beef can’t match.

Reprinted from Canadian Cattlemen Newsletter

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Bandshell Buzz Friday, Aug. 30, 2013 • 6pm - 9pm

at the Barriere Bandshell At 6pm enjoy the featured talents of: THE KIN (Rock) Come on out to support and enjoy the talent the North Thompson Valley has to offer!

Bring: lawn chair or blanket, snacks or pocket money for vendors, lawn games Visit the Booths: local businesses • groups • sponsors • artisans • concessions Learn about them and the services they provide; purchase local art. Vendors will be setting up in the park from 3pm on, so come out early many will have crafts or activities for the kids.

End your busy work week on a relaxing, fun & enjoyable ‘note’!

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Terry Fox Run T-shirts on sale Wyatt Lofto and his cousin Corbin Cooper are shown sporting the 2013 Terry Fox T-shirts. The Barriere run is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 15.

Registration is at 10 a.m., at the Barriere Bandshell, run starts at 11 a.m. No minimum pledge required; 5 km and 10 km - run, walk, bicycle, rollerblade. Suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. For info, T-shirts or pledge sheets call Kathy Cooper at 250-6725758 or 250-672-9410.

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Our feet are amazing. They are relatively small for the weight they have to carry, but contain an intricate network of bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles to support that weight. Problems can occur with our feet and it’s important not to ignore them. Pain, numbness, swelling and other symptoms should be checked to rule out major problems.

Pepto-Bismol can be taken as a preventative for traveller’s diarrhea at a dose of (2 tables 4 x daily for up to 3 weeks). For treatment, the usual dose is 2 tablets every 30 minutes up to 8 doses. It does contain a salicylate and shouldn’t be used in children under 12 and with caution in those taking anticoagulant drugs or who have gastric ulcers.

Epilepsy affects 60 million people worldwide and about one-third of those are not able to control their seizures. Research is being done on a new device where an electrode is inserted between the skull and the brain and it records continuous brain activity. The signals are analyzed and a readout on a hand-held device can predict when a seizure will occur. It will be a definite plus to some epileptics.

Many admissions to hospital are due to problems with medications. Many of these are preventable by simply understanding the medications you are taking and taking them according to your doctor’s instructions.

Our pharmacists can help you learn about your medications. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Answering them is all part of our job as your pharmacist.

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Canadian employees can expect an average salary increase of 2.6 per cent in 2014, according to a national survey of public and private sector employers conducted by Hay Group.

The projected increase is lower than the projection for 2013 (at 2.9 per cent) and continues to be relatively close to projected increases of 2.8 per cent for American employees. U.S. average projections are also lower for 2014 than they were a year ago.

Projected increases for Canada continue to be much lower than projected increases of 3.7 per cent before the 2008/09 economic downturn.

More than 500 Canadian organizations provided details of their planned salary adjustments for 2014 for the Hay Group survey, which was conducted in June and July. Participants include many of Canada’s leading employers.

Resource-based provinces continue to lead the rest of Canada This year, the highest increases are in the Oil and Gas sector at 4 per cent despite the strategic issues in the industry that have caused some moderation in long term investment. Services (at 3.3 per cent), Credit Unions (at 3.2 per cent), Chemicals (at 3.1 per cent) and Utilities (at 3.0 per cent) are also forecasting increases that are higher than the national average. These high forecasts are a continued reflection of the demand for key skills and experience.

Not surprisingly, Newfoundland and Labrador (at 4.0 per cent), Saskatchewan (at 3.4 per cent) and Alberta (at 3.2 per cent), lead the country, buoyed by the demand for key skills in the resource industries despite the challenges in these markets. A clear divide between the provinces continues, with resourcerich provinces coming in between 3.2 - 4.0 per cent, with the rest of Canada predicting increases of 2.12.6 per cent, all of them at or below the national average.

The sectors with the lowest projections for 2013

are Leisure/Hospitality (at 2.0 per cent), Retail, Consumer Durables and Forestry and Paper (all at 2.1 per cent). Overall, the public sector is forecasting noticeably lower salary increases (at 2.3 per cent) than is the private sector (industrial and financial at 2.7 per cent).

Canadians to fare better than some, but well behind other major economies Canadian projections rank about average against some industrialized nations, above France (at 2.5 per cent); Italy (at 2.2 per cent) and Japan (at 2.0 per cent), but behind others such as the US (at 2.8 per cent) and UK (at 2.9 per cent ). Canada still lags far behind the forecasts for India (at 10.8 per cent), China (9.0 per cent) and Russia (at 8.0 per cent).

The survey also included a number of other findings: • The actual base salary changes realized in 2013 were exactly as forecasted for the industrial (2.9 per cent) and public sectors (2.5 per cent) but lower in the financial sector (2.6 per cent realized against 2.9 per cent forecasted); • Saskatchewan and Newfoundland - two of last year’s biggest winners - have the highest 2014 base salary projections ; • 2014 projections for Alberta are lower than they were in 2013, but still rank 3rd highest in Canada; • BC is showing projections lower than last year and below the national average, • Ontario and the GTA at 2.5 per cent are below the national average; • 2014 projections for China and Russia, while still much higher than most economies, have moderated between one-half to 1 per cent from those made for 2013, while the projections for India have increased by more than one-half percent over 2013; • The opportunity to receive short-term incentives has increased for senior and middle management in the private sector, but there are fewer opportunities for employees at the supervisory and clerical levels.

Municipal election reform pledged for 2014 campaign Province opts to hold back spending limits until 2017

By Jeff Nagel Black Press A ban on anonymous contributions in municipal elections is among the reforms the provincial government is pledging to have in place the next time local voters go to the polls to elect councils in November of 2014.

Details on the changes are to be spelled out in a white paper next month.

But Community, Sport and Cultural Development Minister Coralee Oakes said additional changes will also require disclosure and registration of third-party advertisers in local government elections.

Sponsorship information will also be mandatory on all election advertising, and campaign finance disclosures will have to be filed within 90 days, instead of 120 days.

Limits on campaign spending for candidates, organizations and third-party advertisers are also coming, but they will be held back for implementation for the 2017 elections in order to allow more time for consultations.

The province is also expected to push municipal campaigns up one month, to run in the third week of October starting in 2017.

Oakes said the changes will improve transparency and accountability, calling them the most significant modernization of local election legislation in nearly two decades.

The changes will apply to elections for municipalities, regional districts, park boards, the Islands Trust and boards of education.

Union of B.C. Municipalities president Mary Sjostrom said she’s pleased with the commitment and said the government’s phased approach should ensure the changes work well for the full range of B.C. communities.

NDP local government critic Selina Robinson was critical of the delay to impose a campaign spending cap and said she’s not sure why the province needs more time and a white paper to act.

“What have they been doing?” she asked, adding six different ministers have had a combined six years to deliver reforms sought by UBCM.

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NT Fall Fair gets B.C. gaming grant North Thompson Star/Journal The B.C. government is supporting agricultural fairs, British Columbia’s annual celebrations of rural heritage and the bounty of the land, featuring great traditions such as livestock competitions, 4-H activities and red ribbon prizes for best jams, jellies and pies, Community, Sport and Cultural Development Minister Coralee Oakes announced this week.

This year 20 agricultural fairs in communities throughout British Columbia will share $689,500 in gaming grants from the B.C. government.

The North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association based in Barriere is one of the recipients, garnering a grant for $25,000 for facility maintenance and upgrades.

Other recipients are: * $100,000 - Interior Provincial Exhibition and Stampede (Armstrong) * $80,000 - Abbotsford Agrifair * $70,000 - Prince George Exhibition * $50,000 - Lower Fraser Valley Exhibition (Surrey) * $48,000 - Kamloops Exhibition * $40,000 - Comox Valley Exhibition Association Fall Fair (Courtenay) * $40,000 - Coombs Fair (Arrowsmith Agricultural Association) * $40,000 - Vancouver Island Exhibition (Nanaimo) * $37,000 - Salmon Arm Fall Fair

* $33,000 - Chilliwack Fair * $30,000 - Bulkley Valley Exhibition (Smithers) * $22,000 - Dawson Creek Exhibition and Stampede * $20,000 - Alberni District Fall Fair (Port Alberni) * $16,500 - Lakes District Fall Fair (Burns Lake) * $10,000 - Cranbrook Rodeo (Wycliffe Exhibition Association) * $10,000 - Quesnel Fall Fair * $7,500 - Nicola Valley Fall Fair (Merritt) * $5,500 - Sooke Fall Fair * $5,000 - Grand Forks and District Fall Fair Agriculture Minister Pat Pimm noted, “Agriculture is an essential part of the history and economy of British Columbia, and the first agriculture fair was held in Victoria in 1861. Today, agriculture fairs continue the tradition of celebrating and showcasing our agriculture industry in communities throughout the province. I encourage all to support B.C. farmers and communities by visiting local fairs or exhibitions and buying local foods throughout the year.”

As diverse as their host communities, agricultural fairs reflect the economic vitality and cultural legacy of farming and ranching in British Columbia. Fairs feature traditional agricultural exhibits, as well as providing valuable promotional opportunities to showcase regional economies. In addition, participating local organizations and non-profit societies provide public education about their programs and services.

B.C. post-secondary provides support for new students Ministry of Advanced Education B.C. has an excellent network of post-secondary institutions with support systems in place to help students beginning their first year of post-secondary education cope with their new surroundings as they begin the next phase of their lives.

“I want all students in British Columbia to get the most out of their time in post-secondary education,” said Advanced Education Minister Amrik Virk.

“As a parent with kids who are heading back to post-secondary classes this fall, I want the very best for them. It is comforting to know there are resources and support available on-campus as well as at home, meaning they can focus on their studies and I can feel assured that my kids are well supported.”

To help students settle into post-secondary life, institutions have online resources and handbooks that spell out expectations and responsibilities.

They can also provide valuable tips to

help students while they are attending school, cover topics such as finances, health and studying, as well as life in the post-secondary community, including social and educational supports - such as those for Aboriginal students - and accommodation for students from out of town.

Students who need help with their tuition and living costs while they are attending school may want to consider student

loans and can check StudentAid BC’s website: https://studentaidbc.ca/ - to see if they areeligible.

StudentAid BC also has online tools to help students calculate their expenses: studentaidbc.ca/plan/ debt Textbooks are another necessity that can really take a bite out of a student’s budget. Beginning in September, and depending on their field of study, students may be able to access some of the most

popular first- and second-year textbooks online for free.

G o v e r n m e n t ’s recently-announced support for open textbooks will eventually provide up to 60 textbooks online at no cost to students.

This is an exciting time to be a student in British Columbia, and with labour market predictions forecasting a million job openings in B.C. in the coming years, students’ options after they graduate are wide open.

2013 BC Farm Women’s Network

Seminar and Farm Tour September 12-14, 2013

Thursday, Sept. 12 | 6 - 8 pm | Meet and Greet Stationhouse Restaurant Friday Sept. 13 | 8:30am | Bus Tour Monte Carlo Motel | Farm tours of Barriere, Darfield and Little Fort Saturday Sept. 13 | 8:30am | Speakers Barriere Lions Hall 5:30pm |Banquet Supper | Live Music | Silent Auction

For more information or to register visit www.bcfwn.100mile.com or contact: Brenda Jones 250-672-9737 or Kim Fennell 250-320-7689

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Agriculture Minister Pat Pimm recently stopped in Barriere to tour the North Thompson Agriplex with Kamloops-North Thompson MLA and Minister of Health Terry Lake. Pictured are: (l-r) MLA Terry Lake, North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo Association (NTFFRA) president Jill Hayward, Minister Pimm, and NTFFRA director Gary Pfiefer.

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Ride to the Fair on the Barriere Shuttle and get $2 off your admission Pick UP and droP off StoPS • all three days 10am to 1/2 hour after Beer Garden closes. Shuttle picks up at fairgrounds at the dunn Lake road ticket booth area. the Barriere shuttle will stop at the Esso Station, Sam’s Pizza & rib House, Barriere Seniors Hall, Barriere Ball Park, and the Barriere Employment center. there will also be a pick-up at the Louis creek antique Store at 11am, and a drop off at 5pm.

• the Barriere shuttle starts each day at chu chua at 9:15am, returning to chu chua last trip of the day. all times are approximate depending on traffic etc. Shuttle will run approximately every 30 minutes. times will be posted at pickup sites and at the fairground main entry gate off dunn Lake road.

• Sorry, there is no shuttle from clearwater or Little fort this year.

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Thursday, August 29, 2013 North Thompson Star/Journal

Accident at Darfield, driver charged Barriere RCMP

vehicle, rolled to the right causing the loaded crewcab pickup to break loose and roll into the ditch.

On August 12, 2013 at 8:15 pm Barriere RCMP Police found that the tow vehicle did not have any responded to a single commercial vehicle rollover brake control so no electric brakes functioning on in Louis Creek on Highway 5. Upon arrival po- the trailer and no surge brake system to assist with lice observed a water tanker truck on its right side the braking. The driver was charged under the in the southbound ditch area. The investigation Motor Vehicle Act and the vehicles were removed. on scene reveals the driver of the truck caused the Both male occupants escaped with no real injutruck to veer off road right prior to a driveway af- ries, only a scrape to the arm and a terrifying ride. ter exiting a right hand curve and starting down a These men were very lucky considering the heavy slight hill. The truck continued off road right until volume of traffic on the highway that day and no it rolled onto its side. The driver was checked and other vehicles involved in the collision.

Over the last three weeks there have been three released on scene by BC Ambulance Service. The driver was investigated for impaired driving and trucks stolen and one ATV. Two of the trucks and received an Immediate roadside Suspension under the ATV had the keys left in them and unlocked.

Police are reminding everyone to please keep your the new Provincial Legislation.

On August 21, 2013 at 3:57 pm Barriere RCMP vehicles secure, no keys in the vehicle and lock up received a call of a two vehicle collision on High- any ATV’s or other recreational vehicles. All three way 5 in Darfield with two pickups. Upon attend- of the trucks have been recovered with some daming police noted two white Ford pickups in the age and one truck completely stripped of all equipditch and a flatdeck car hauler type trailer in the ment and tools.

It is common for criminals to take these vehicles ditch with the rear of the trailer protruding into the edge of the southbound lane. Investigation reveals and commit other crimes such as break and enters the regular cab Ford pickup was northbound on or other thefts so if they get caught they can’t be Highway 5 with the trailer attached and the crew- identified through the vehicle.

This is also a reminder to make sure your home cab Ford on the trailer.

The F250 was loaded on the trailer backwards and outbuildings are as secure as you can make causing the majority of weight to be on the rear of them through locking systems, motion lights, surthe trailer so less tongue weight. The tire marks veillance cameras or even the good old guard dog.

Police have some leads into the thefts and one on the roadway show the trailer started to swing from side to side with loaded tire marks showing male arrested for the theft of one truck.

If you have any information on any of these the movement over the centre line then to the right crimes or other crimes over the fog line.

There were no tire marks from the pickup and in the area please conno braking tire marks to indicate either the truck tact Crime Stoppers at or trailer had locked brakes at anytime. This side 1-800-222-TIPS or the to side motion expanded to the point it forced the Barriere RCMP Detow vehicle to jack-knife counterclockwise and off tachment at 250-672road left, where the trailer broke away from the tow 9918 or 911.

A pickup, towing a trailer loaded with a pickup, ended up in a ditch at Darfield after leaving long skid marks on Highway 5, due to an improper load, and no trailer brakes.

The driver was charged.

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By Margaret Houben North Thompson Star/Journal One of the first items dealt with at the Aug. 19, District of Barriere council meeting was the awarding of the contract for the Sanitary Sewer Collection System Construction, phase 1, to LNB Construction Inc. for $3,104,180.75. This represents the lowest tendered bid amount of $3,615,227.15, excluding the fibre optic component and the Barriere Town Road portion from the north end of Riva Ridge to Dixon Creek Road. It also allows for a correction to the pricing for the required generator.

District staff have been directed to work with the contractor to determine the latest possible date for reinstatement of the Barriere Town Road component, should funds become available and to discuss fibre-optic costs.

Council members passed the final adoption of Road Closure Bylaw No. 107, to close a portion of Jackpine Drive/Gilbert Road in the industrial park.

Council members also passed the application for development variance permit DVP13-01 Baillie/Thalheimer, to reduce the exterior side yard setback from 4.5m to 1.82m for an accessory detached dwelling on Lot 7, District Lot 1483, KDYD, Plan 29023 - 4833 Gilbert Drive.

Reports were received from the fire department for the month of July, and from the building inspection services.

Chief Administrative Officer, Colleen Hannigan reported Argo Road Maintenance, in partnership with the RCMP is planning on sponsoring the location of a speed board in various locations on the highway in school zones the first week of September.

It was also reported that the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoTI) will be holding an open house on Wednesday, Aug. 28, from 7-8 p.m. in the multipurpose room at the district offices. Everyone is welcome to attend this open house.

Hannigan also re-

ported that over 200 people attended the Movie Night in the Park fundraiser that was sponsored by Interior Savings (IS), making it a great success. After expenses, approximately $1,150 was raised for the Splash in the Past project. Thank you to IS for bringing this event to Barriere, and for their many staff volunteers who helped organize the event.

The CAO reported they are attempting to maintain the level of Leonie Lake at the top of the concrete abutment surrounding the outlet gate of the dam, while a new gate gasket is being sourced and installed.

There will also be some work done at the radio station in the community, as the tenant will be delineating and leveling space for four parking spaces over the next few weeks.

Hannigan completed her report by stating that the exercise equipment has now been installed at Fadear Park and has already seen use. There are some funds left from the original grant received for the equipment. These

funds will be used to train a number of individuals on the use of the equipment, so that they can then show seniors and other interested parties how to correctly use the equipment. The ground around the equipment will be leveled during the next few weeks, and will be reseeded in the fall.

Council members passed a motion to donate the use of a garbage truck for the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo event.

A motion was passed that the District of Barriere will again participate in next year’s Communities In Bloom (CiB) project. Councillor Smith requested council’s approval to try for the CiB Heritage Trophy during 2014. Other events being planned for the 2014 CiB project will be initiating a ‘Best Block’ program, holding a contest to design a commemorative postage stamp, and involving the Elementary students with their heritage fair projects.

The next regular District of Barriere council meeting will be held on September 9, at 7 p.m.

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The budget can be a sensitive subject A c c o u n t ab i l i t y and transparency; over used political buzz words and unachievable ideals in local government?

Both might be true. It does not have to be that way though.

A council needs to work towards a level of accountability through transparency. Big words that mean council should tell people what is going on, and ask for their opinions.

Council then makes decisions based on what residents actually want. Residents deserve to know what is going on in their town.

Local government deals with a number of issues, but perhaps the most sensitive is the budget.

Barriere council holds a number of meetings around the budget. The public seldom if ever attends. To most people this part of government is boring.

How the money is actually spent is another matter. Everyone has an opinion, and so they should.

The public needs to be informed and have a way to provide input throughout the year, not just at budget time.

In small towns like Barriere, the task of presenting day to day expenditures is quite easy. Deciding on a method should not be hard. It is after all public information and not secret.

Taking a look at how other councils achieve this task may help. No sense in reinventing the wheel.

Ashcroft, for example, includes as an agenda item the Accounts Payable. Basically, the information shows council and the public what was paid out and who was paid. Any questions around this in-

formation would be dealt with during the council meeting.

My suggestion is not meant to cast doubt on the workings of the district.

Staff works hard on keeping within the budgets set by council. It is, however, council’s responsibility to oversee the budget and keep current on what is happening. Also, the public has a right to this information.

Getting information from the district is much more preferable than getting it by way of the rumour mill.

Each service the district provides has a cost attached to providing it. By reviewing these costs each month throughout the year, council can give staff proper and timely direction.

This direction to staff should be based on the opinions of residents. Residents need the information around what services actually cost to form their opinions.

As an example, we are told our water system will cost a set amount of dollars each year based on what has happened in the past.

Knowing how the water budget is actually spent as we go along is the key. The information around the actual cost of each emergency water pipe repair will allow residents to make decisions based on facts. Then, when proactive upgrades are proposed by council, the public knows from past experience the true cost of emergency repairs and how these repairs add up to what are unnecessary expenses.

Business taxes rose dramatically last year. An increasing number of businesses have cut back

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on their sponsorships for some of the “nice to have” services.

Some popular services or events will see even further reductions in business sponsorship as taxes rise. There are only so many dollars to go around.

The question is, does council use taxation dollars to provide the needed funding for such services?

If council uses tax dollars to support the service, what is the negative side of this decision?

Quite simply, the business sponsorship money dries up even more, and tax dollars carry the burden. It is not realistic to expect a business to pay ever increasing taxes and still shell out sponsorship money for a service being paid for

with tax dollars.

Again, unless the public knows what the cost is to run these services, how can they make a decision on if they feel there is value in spending their tax dollars?

What happens if, upon review, the amount shown in the accounts payable for a popular weekly event is actually upwards of twice the budgeted amount?

Who would then tell council they need to decide if taxes really should finance it?

Going forward, some hard decisions need to be made and it is time to, as they say, face the music.

Best to gather public opinion and let the people decide how to spend their own money. That would be democracy.

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On Aug. 21, Insight Tire & Auto celebrated their 10 year anniversary of doing business in the community of Barriere, and their first year of doing business in Clearwater. The celebration saw approximately 75 people stop by and included door prizes, special pricing and service specials, product demos, and a complimentary barbecue lunch. Pictured are Insight staff: Dan Blanchard, owners Scott and Rhonda Kershaw, Don Howe, Bricklin Fortin, Al Fortin, Emma Yurkiw, and Dallin Bromley.

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A&W and the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada teamed up again to end MS North Thompson Star/Journal Last Thursday, one dollar from every Teen Burger® sold at the A&W in Barriere, as well as more than 780 A&W locations across Canada will go towards helping those living with multiple sclerosis.

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc. celebrated its 5th annual Cruisin’ for a Cause last Thursday to benefit and raise awareness for Canadians living with MS. In addition to buying a Teen Burger®, supporters could also purchase $1, $2 or $5 paper cutouts, given through in-store donation boxes or made online; all of which will go towards supporting activities that

help people touched

by MS. Cruisin’ for a Cause has raised more than $3 million to support people living with MS and MS research in Canada.

More than 780 A&W restaurants across the country hosted Cruisin’ for a Cause events.

Canadians have one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis in the world, with 100,000 individuals living with MS, and every day three more people are diagnosed. MS is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults in the country. Although the cause of this often disabling disease is still not known, researchers are closer to finding

the answer. The MS Society of Canada offers programs and services for people with MS and their families, and is also the highest per-capita funder of MS research in the world.

“A&W continues to be a leader in the movement to end MS,” says Yves Savoie, President and CEO of the MS Society of Canada. “In five years, Cruisin’ for a Cause has made an incredible impact in the lives of Canadians living with MS from coast to coast.

Thank you to the entire A&W family for their continued support and dedication, in what has become a highlight of each summer.”

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Staff at the A&W in Barriere did a brisk business on Thursday, Aug. 22, during the Canada-wide A&W 5th annual Cruisin’ for a Cause, which benefits and raises awareness for those living with multiple sclerosis in Canada. disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord. It is the most common neurological disease of young adults in Canada.

Most people with

MS are diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 40, and the unpredictable effects of MS last for the rest of their lives.

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It’s all about promoting literacy Hayward new Literacy Coordinator for Barriere and area North Thompson Star/Journal Star/Journal editor Jill Hayward is the new Literacy Outreach Coordinator (LOC) for Barriere and area. She was on hand Aug. 22, at the Barriere Library to hand out new books to the children who had completed the Library’s annual summer reading program.

Hayward was hired for the LOC position by Yellowhead Community Services, and says she will be working within area communities to maintain, improve, and instigate new programs and events to promote literacy and learning.

“Literacy is an important part of our social and economic well-being, no matter how old or young we are,” said Hayward, noting literacy exists to empower all ages with the ability to read, write and do mathematics, but it is also about problem solving, decision making, technology and social skills.

For more information about Barriere and Area Literacy Outreach contact Jill at: 250-319-8023, or email: jill.h@yellowheadcs.ca STAR/JOURNAL photo: Bob Hayward

(Top) LOC Jill Hayward hands a new book to Isaac Mason at the Summer Reading windup.

(Left) Librarian, Linda Kelley, poses with all the youngsters after she presented medals and certificates to them Aug. 22, for completing the summer reading program in Barriere.

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Crowned award and bursary went to Vanessa Balatti.

The Barriere Chamber of Commerce knowledge award and bursary was presented to Jenna Zietsov and the history award and bursary was went to Cherie Witts.

The evening concluded with thank you’s to the candidate sponsors, the instructors, the bursary sponsors and to all who helped in any way towards the Ambassador Program.

The first official act of the new ambassadors will be to ride in the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Parade on Saturday, Aug. 31.

Be sure to come out and cheer on the parade which moves out along Barriere Town Road at 11 a.m.

Royalty that attended the NTFFRA Ambassador Coronation in Barriere last Friday, included a number of representatives from other communities.

(L-r) Kayla Holowaychuck, NTFFRA Queen for 2009-2010, and BC Ambassador Program Candidate for 2013 is pictured with, Miss Barriere Lions Club Kennedy Ash, who won the Megan Worthington Memorial Award (also known as the Rising Star Award).

(Top) Winner of the Friendship Award, is Miss Knights Inn, Vanessa Balatti of Barriere.

(Left) 2012/2013 outgoing Ambassador, Aliya Bieber makes her goodbye speech.

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Ladies raise $4000 for Cancer Fund This year’s Chinook Cove Ladies Cancer Fund raiser on Aug. 20, was another success. Fortyeight ladies raised over $4000 for cancer research. We want to take the time to thank all those who made this possible and if we forget a name or two please know that we tried our best not to miss anyone.

A big thanks to all the ladies that golfed and collected pledges. Thank you to some who collected pledges even if they were available to golf. And a special thank you those who made the pledges.

Some of the funds were raised through the sale of raffle tickets. Our raffle tables included donations

Ladies Golf Report from the following: Dr. Kent Farnsworth, Carol Willox, Tyler Salle, Karl and Debbie Rainer, Rose Seymour, Linda Ransome, Bob Stirling, Interior Savings Credit Union, Chinook Cove Golf, Artists from the Kamloops Courthouse Gallery (Lynda Enochsen, Sheila Dunn, Jan’s Weaving, Harold Richins).

Thanks to Leslie Stirling for handling the cash and seeing that the money got to the local chapter of the Canadian Cancer Society.

Thank you to Les-

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lie’s granddaughter Julia who helped her bake 94 ribbon shaped sugar cookies.

Thank you to the ladies in the kitchen who prepared a marvelous meal, and thank you to the wasps that chose to go to sleep before we sat down to supper.

And finally we would like to say a huge thank you to Debbie Rainer who does a fantastic job of organizing the raffles and gifts bags. Each lady taking part in the evening of golf took home a well filled goody bag.

We look forward to having more ladies join us next year for this great event.

Submitted by Debbie Rainer and Leslie Stirling

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BC Senior Games winners

Clearwater resident Kay Knox poses with Barb Smith of Barriere at the Canada Games Pool, during the BC Seniors Games held last week in Kamloops.

Knox won silver in 800 m freestyle swimming, and silver in 100 m breaststroke, both in the women’s 75-79 category.

Smith won a bronze in the 70-74 100 m freestyle, and took gold medals with her team in the

Sep. 11, 2013 Social starts at 6pm Dinner at 6:30pm | Meeting at 7:30pm BurgerS Supplied.

Barriere Curling rink Come socialize & review last year’s successes

4x25 m medley relay and the 4x25 m freestyle relay.

Watch next weeks issue for more results on how North Thompson Valley Seniors placed at the Games.

NORTH THOMPSON SPORTSPLEX Hockey Lives Here!

THE SPORTSPLEX WILL BE OPENING FOR THE SEASON ON SEPTEMBER 17 COMING EVENTS All Sports Registration Day • Sept. 10 @ the Sportsplex • 3:00 – 6:00 pm Power Skating Clinic • Sept. 21 – 22 • More info in next weeks Times • Register by emailing rmayer@docbc.ca Adult Ice Breaker Tournament • Sept. 27 – 29 • Register as a team or individual • Call – 250 674 2143 Minor Hockey Referee Clinic • Sept. 21 • Must be preregistered – call 250 674 2143 for info Clearwater & District Minor Hockey • Ice Times begin Sept. 17 • Open to Boys and Girls.

Become part of a winning team. • Join Minor Hockey and learn to play Canada’s Game. www.cdmha.info • Register @ 250 674 2594 or nissa1537@gmail.com Raft Mountain Skating Club • Register @ www.raftmountain.com Adult Hockey: Mens Drop In Hockey • will begin Sept. 17 @ 8:00pm Oldtimers Hockey • begins Sept. 22 @ 7:00pm

For more information about the Sportsplex or any programs call 250 674 2143

Do you have a sports story or event picture?

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Catch the demos at the Fair North Thompson Star/Journal

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Don’t miss the Fall Fair parade on Saturday; it moves out up Barriere Town Road at 11 a.m., and the Family Parade moves out at 10 a.m. on Monday from Barriere Secondary to the Fall Fair grounds.

What’s on this weekend at the NT Fall Fair?

NORTH THOMPSON FALL FAIR & RODEO ~ PROGRAM

During the 64th Annual North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo, on all three days, there will be a wide variety of demonstrations in the Exhibit Hall. Some of the demonstrations will include free handouts, others will include ‘make-and-take’ items for those who would like to try out the craft being demonstrated.

Topics to be talked about and demonstrated will include edible flowers (handouts), scrapbooking techniques (make-and-take), plastic canvas (make-and-take), painting, crocheting, and more.

Below is a tentative schedule, though please be advised that this schedule may change slightly prior to the Fair. For each day’s list of demonstrations, check in at the Exhibit Hall where the day’s schedule will be posted.

For those who would like to be a

demonstrator, there is still time to be included in the schedule, as some spots remain open.

Contact Margaret Houben at 250672-5611, or 250-672-9330 (evenings) to be included on the schedule.

Saturday, August 31 1-2 p.m. - Edible Flowers 2-4 p.m. - Plastic Canvas, small baskets Sunday, September 1 9-11 a.m. - tba 11 a.m.-noon - How to Make a Rosary Noon-1 p.m. - tba 1-2 p.m. - Genealogy 2-4 p.m. - Scrapbooking, cards & postcards Monday, September 2 9-11 a.m. - Plastic Canvas 11 a.m.-noon - Painting noon-1 p.m. - tba 1-2 p.m. - Crocheting 2-4 p.m. - Scrapbooking, paper-bag albums

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A tentativeSCHEDULE schedule for OF some of the events this EVENTS FORhappening THE weekend in Barriere at the 64th FALL annualFAIR Fall Fair & Rodeo 2013 NORTH THOMPSON & RODEO

Monday, September 2nd (Deadline for Sept 5th is Aug. 30 at 12pm)

*Note: Schedule may be subject to change without notice.

Sunday Continued...

F R I D A Y, A U G U S T 3 0 6 - 8 pm ............... Sheep Weigh-in 7 pm .................... Family Dance with Gordie West, in Fall Fair Hall ............................. (no alcohol - minors welcome) Tickets at door ............................. $10 adults, 10 & under free.

4 pm ........................Rodeo Slack (no charge to the public) S A T U R D A Y, A U G U S T 3 1 7 - 10 am ............. Lion's Pancake Breakfast 9 am ..................... Exhibit Hall closes for judging 9:30 am ................ Parade assembles at Airfield Road 10 am ................... Rabbit Showing & Fitting, Judging 10:45 am .............. Lawnmower Races in Rodeo Arena 11 am ................... Parade moves out Airfield Road 11 am ................... Goat Show, at goat barn East of Exhibit Hall 11 - 3 pm ............. BINGO in building next to Fall Fair Hall 12 noon ................ Parade arrives at Fall Fair, moves into Rodeo Arena

* Official Fall Fair Opening in the Rodeo Arena * 12;30 - 1:30 pm ... Horsemanship Demo, Light Horse arena 12 - 6 pm ............. Entertainment at Outdoor Stage 1 pm..................... Gymkhana in Light Horse Arena, after the Parade 1 pm..................... 4-H & Pre-Club Showmanship Classes 1 pm..................... Exhibit Hall opens to the public 1:30 pm................ B.C.R.A. Rodeo starts * Pony Chariot or Chuckwagon Races During Rodeo Intermission * 3 pm .........................4-H, Pre-Club & Open Female & Ram Classes to ...................................follow Showmanship Classes. * 6 pm (approx) Pony Chuckwagon Races follow Rodeo* 6:30 pm................ Heavy Horse Pull in the Rodeo Arena 8 pm..................... Buildings close 8 pm - 1 am......... CABARET DANCE, Fall Fair Hall ................................(No Minors) tickets at Treasurer's Office, none at door.

S U N D A Y, S E P T E M B E R 1 7 - 10 am ............. Lions Pancake Breakfast 9 am ..................... Heavy Horse Halter Classes, Light Horse Arena * Buildings Open * 10 am ................... Rabbit and Cavy Classes, Rabbit Barn

10 am ................... Cowboy Church at Outdoor Stage 10 am ................... 4-H & Open Rabbit Classes, Rabbit Barn 11 - 3 pm ............. BINGO in building next to Fall Fair Hall 11 am ................... Showing of 4-H Beef & Open Classes in Agriplex 11:30 am .............. Lawnmower Races in Rodeo Arena 12 noon ................ Heavy Horse Log Skid, Light Horse Arena 12 pm - 6 pm ....... Entertainment at Outdoor Stage 12 noon ................ 4-H Pre-club, Open Weight, Champs., Agriplex 1:30 pm................ B.C.R.A. Rodeo starts 2 pm ..................... Western Performance Classes, Light Horse Arena * Pony Chariot or Chuckwagon Races During Rodeo Intermission * * Pony Chuckwagon Races After Rodeo Ends * 6:30 pm................ Heavy Horse Pull following Races *7:30 - 9:30 pm ... COWBOY CONCERT, Fall Fair Hall, tickets available ............................... at Treasurer's Office in the Agriplex, or at door M O N D A Y, S E P T E M B E R 2 7 - 10 am ............. Lions Pancake Breakfast 9 am ..................... Family Parade assembles at Barriere Secondary * Buildings Open * 9 am ..................... English Showmanship & Saddle classes, ............................. in Light Horse Arena 10 am ................... Family and Children’s Parade leaves school ............................. for Fall Fair Grounds 10 am ................... Sheep Trim & Fitting Classes, Agriplex 10:15 am .............. Heavy Horse, driving & multiple hitch Rodeo Arena 11 am - 5 pm ....... Entertainment at Outdoor Stage 11 - 3 pm. ............ BINGO in building next to Fall Fair Hall 11:30 am .............. Lawnmower Races in Rodeo Arena 11 am ................... Gymkhana Horse Show in Light Horse Arena 1 pm..................... English Performance classes, Light Horse Arena 1:30 pm................ B.C.R.A. Rodeo starts 3 pm..................... Exhibit Hall Hi Point Trophy Presentations * Pony Chariot or Chuckwagon Races During Rodeo Intermission * 4 pm..................... Exhibit building closes to the public * 5:30 pm Pony Chuckwagon Races after Rodeo ends*

Have a safe drive home and we'll see you next year!

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RIDE THE FREE SHUTTLE TO THE FAIR

• All three days 10 a.m. until 1/2 hour after the beer garden at the rodeo closes: The Barriere shuttle will stop at the Esso Station, Sam's Pizza & Ribs, Barriere Seniors Hall, Barriere Ball Park, Barriere Employment Center. A pick-up will take place at the Louis Creek Antique Store at 11 a.m. and a drop off at 5 p.m. The shuttle starts at Chu Chua at 9:15 a.m. and returns to Chu Chua the last run of the day. All times are approximate depending on traffic etc.. Shuttle will run approximately every 30 minutes . Times will be posted at pickup sites and at fairground main entry gate.

There will be no shuttle this year from Clearwater or Little Fort.

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Not understanding the meters purpose A few weeks ago I wrote about digital camera terminology.

I expected some readers may have skipped reading that to find something more advanced, however, I received lots of comments and some good discussions on terminology I had not included, supporting my contention that many photographers are perplexed at the new jargon.

My article was in response to a customer confused about how to discuss her camera. However, this week I was reminded again that many photographers aren’t only confused with pixels, resolution, and bit depth, but also basic camera functions.

A photographer that had recently taken a local photography class complained to me, “I don’t really understand what the meter does, or how I would use it.”

The instructor had pointed out how to select the different camera modes, but neglected to include why one might select one over another

for particular subjects. He told me the class ignored Manual mode, and left him thinking that only the three automated modes were worth using. The word exposure was only mentioned in passing when referring to those automated modes, and guidance concerning the camera’s meter, and how to effectively use it didn’t seem to be part of the class.

I told the photographer that the meter is the measurement tool that allows users to control light, and suggested using the Manual mode as an easy way to access the two important camera mechanisms, the Shutter and the Aperture, to increase or decrease the amount of light reaching the sensor.

I explained that the Shutter blocks light from the sensor until the shutter release button is pressed, then it quickly opens and closes. Setting the camera’s shutter speed controls the length of time light reaches the sensor.

The Aperture is an opening that lets light pass through the camera’s lens and is measured in f-stops. In actuality, it is a hole (aperture) that photographers control by opening it wider (wider aperture) for more light, and closing (smaller aperture) for less light, similar to the pupil of our eye.

Photographers can use the meter to determine under-exposure or over-exposure of their subjects, for example, I might want to slightly under-expose a highly reflective, white gown on a bright sunny day, or conversely, brighten it up on a heavily overcast day.

In both instances I would use the manual mode to check a particular subject’s exposure with my camera’s meter, especially underexposed areas or subjects wearing a black suit.

To sum this all up, photography is all about reflected light and my recommendation to that beginning photographer was to pay attention to the camera’s meter

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The camera is a tool with many functions, and one is never limited, and can choose as the situation demands.

Learning to use the camera’s meter and getting comfortable using manual exposure mode to manage shutter speed, and/or the aperture settings gives the advantage of full control without as many chances of the camera being fooled by unexpected changes in light. It gives optimal command, when needed, over the amount of light that still shows details in both the shadows and the highlights, allowing mastery over how photos are viewed and interpreted.

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together over medium heat. Bring to a simmer. Allow to simmer for 10 mins. Pour in 1 can of black beans, garlic salt, & cumin into the mixture & cook for an additional 5 mins. Allow to cool slightly & then puree soup. Return to pot.

Add remaining can of beans to the soup. Combine the cornstarch & water in a small bowl & then add to the soup. Cook until soup is desired thickness. Top with sour cream & cheese & enjoy.

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.

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Place sliced apples in the Crock Pot. In a bowl, combine sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves & salt. Pour over the apples & mix well. Cook covered on low for 10 hours, stirring occasionally until apple mixture thickens. Apples will reduce by about half. Uncover the apples & stir in the vanilla.

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This group meets every Tuesday, 7 p.m. at the North Thompson Volunteer & Info. Centre from September to around April or May. Those who work with any form of fibre art are welcome to join, whether it be knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving, sewing, and the list goes on. If you are a beginner wanting to learn, those who have had more experience will be happy to help show you what to do. There is a nominal attendance fee to help pay for the room rental.

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FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY

Aug 22-Sep 2 - Rendezvous @ Heffley Creek Rifle Range. grounds.

Barriere Hospice: Every other month. Loans out handicap Contact HC Gun Club, Ron Gabler 250-578-7678. equipment - call 250-672-9391.

Nov 16 - 4H Banquet @ Lions Hall Barriere Photography Club. All welcome. For info contact Dec 31 - New Year’s Eve Bullarama @ NT Agriplex Aug 30 - Bandshell Friday, 6-9pm @ Fadear Park. With the Kin. Army Cadets - 2941 RCACC Cadet Corp. - ages 12-18. New Shelley Lampreau at 250-672-5728.

Barriere Community Quilters: 2nd & 4th Thurs.of mth, Aug 31-Sep 2 - 64th NT Fall Fair & Rodeo @ Fall Fair grounds. Recruits Welcome. Marc 672-9681.

Sep 9 - BSS Booster Club & PAC AGM, 5:30pm @ BSS Library Baha’i Night: Fri., 7:30pm, Marge Mitchell’s home. 672-5615 2pm at the Barriere Food Bank. Judy 250-672-5275 or Fran Barriere Adult Day Program: Mon. & Wed. 9-2. Lunch, crafts 250-672-2012.

Sep 12 - Free Instructional Workshop on outdoor exercise Barriere Search & Rescue: 2nd Tues. of mth, 7pm. Training & music at the Seniors Ctr. Sherry Jardine 672-5121 equipment, 12pm & 5pm @ Fadear Park. All ages.

Barriere & District Heritage Society: 3rd Wed. of mth, 1pm on 4th Tues. of mth, 7pm.

Sep 13 - Free Instructional Workshop on outdoor exercise BSS PAC & Booster Club: 1st Tues. of mth, 5:30pm. 250at NTVIC in the winter, at Museum in the summer. equipment, 11am @ Fadear Park. Seniors age 55+.

672-9943.

Barriere & District Riding Club: Jan-Mar: 3rd Sun. Sep 13-14 - BC Farm Women’s Network Seminar & AGM. Call Survivors of Brain Injuries: Call John at 250-372-1799.

1pm; Apr-Oct: 3rd Thurs.

7pm both at NTVIC. www.

Breanda Jones 250-672-9737 or Kim Fennell 250-320-7689 Bethany Baptist Church Prayer: Every Tues., 7pm. barrieredistrictridingclub.com. Info Darcey 250-318-9975.

Sep 14 - BBQ Steak Dinner after In-House Raffle @ Legion.

Carpet Bowling: Mon, Wed, & Fri., 9:30am-12 @ L6ittle Fort Barriere Cancer Support: 672-9263, 672-0017 or 672-1890 Sep 14-15 - World Wide Paint Out event, all day @ Barriere Hall.

Barriere Choir: Every Thurs. @ Christian Life Assembly, Bandshell, Fadear Park. Info call 250-672-9330.

Annesty Rd. Youth 7-18 3:30pm; Adults 19+ 6:30pm. Call Leah Community Kitchen: If interested call Dede 554-3134.

Sep 15 - Terry Fox Run @ Bandshell, Fadear Park. Registration Jones 250-957-8440.

Community Soup Day: Christian Life Assembly on Annesty at 10am, Run starts at 11am.

Barriere Curling Club: Oct.-Mar. Curling, league & bonspiels. Rd. 3rd Mon. of every mth, 11:30 am.

Sep 21 - Legion Golf Tournament 250-672-5913.

Barriere Elementary PAC: 1st Wed.. of mth, 6:30pm, call 672- Council of Senior Citizens: Devoted to improving quality of Sep 21 - Let’s Dance, 8pm @ Kamloops Curling Club. Music by 9916 or Leesa Genier at 320-3629. life for seniors. 604-576-9734 or email ecbayer@shaw.ca.

Jaccard Music Services (DJ). Tickets: 250-372-0091 or 374-2774. Barriere Firefighters’ Practice: Firehall, Thurs., 7pm Crib: Mon. & Fri. 1-4pm @ Little Fort Hall.

Sep 22 - NT Arts Council AGM, 2pm @ Little Fort Hall. New Barriere Food Bank: every other Wed. starting Jun 5. Call for Farmers Market - Thurs. 10-2 Sam’s Pizza. 672-5159 or 672members welcome (membership is $10/year).

5919. info 672-0029 (leave a message).

Sep 25 - Raise A Reader Barriere Genealogy: Every 1st & 3rd Friday of the month at Gambler’s Anonymous: 250-374-9165 or 250-374-9866.

Sep 26-30 - 74th Annual BC Provincial Winter Fair @ Fall Fair the Barriere Library, 6-7pm. For info call 250-672-9330.

Heffley Creek Acoustic Coffee House: 3rd Fri. every mth

7pm. Performers, concession, play area for kids! Call 578-0056.

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

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

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

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

NT 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.

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

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

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

North Thompson Star Journal Thursday, August 29, 2013

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Your community. Your classifieds.

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Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

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Happy Occasions: Happy Birthday, Happy Anniversary, etc.

1 column by 3 inch - $18.49 + GST Deadlines: Word Ads: Mondays 5pm 12pm Display Ads: Mondays 12pm It is the policy of The Star/Journal and The Times to receive pre-payment on all classified advertisements.

Ads may be submitted by phone if charged to a VISA, MC or an existing account.

CHECK YOUR AD! Notice of error must be given in time for correction before the second insertion of any advertisement. The paper will not be responsible for omissions or for more than one incorrect insertion, or for damages or costs beyond the cost of the space actually occupied by the error.

Advertisers are reminded that Provincial legislation forbids the publication of ads which discriminate against any person because of race, religion, sex, color, nationality, ancestry or place of origin or age, unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.

Readers; in ads where ‘male’ is referred to, please read also as ‘female’ and where ‘female’ is used, read also ‘male’.

NOTE: When ordering items out of province, the purchaser is responsible to pay provincial sales tax. Do not send money in response to an advertisement without confirming the credentials of that business, and be aware that some telephone numbers will be charged for by the minute

Employment

Employment

Services

Services

Merchandise for Sale

Help Wanted

Work Wanted

Financial Services

Photography / Video

Building Supplies

Bookkeeper (part-time) Bookkeeper needed for busy accounting office in Clearwater. IT knowledge should incl.

Quickbooks, Excel & Word.

Attention to detail, keenness to learn and take responsibility is essential, as is an understanding of client service and confidentiality. Email resume to info@joanneovenden.ca

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 a professional

About 200 sheets of 1/2” plywood from Woodside Apt roof deck. Very dry, some mildew.

Possibly usable for a barn or shed. Make us an offer. Sold as is, where is. 250-674-3252

FIELD CLERK Needed for out of town work site (21/7 schedule). Mature, flexible and positive communicator, understanding of importance of safety culture. Reporting to onsite foreman and Edmonton HO. Transportation to and from work site provided. Potential to grow with company; jobs@commandequipment.com Fax 780-488-3002.

Labourers GUARANTEED Job Placement. Laborers,Tradesmen & Class1 Drivers For Oil & Gas Industry Work. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Information 1-888-213-2854

Trades, Technical GUARANTEED JOB Placement: General laborers and tradesmen for oil and gas industry.

Call 24hr Free Recorded Message. For Information 1-800-972-0209.

Help Wanted

photographer?

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

Affordable memories that last a lifetime. Seniors rates.

Book now avoid & disappointment.

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

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

Services

Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com 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.

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

Call 250-319-8023.

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

Photography / Video PHOTOS

M O N E Y P ROV I D E R . C O M $500 Loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-776-1660.

Digital and film photographs.

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

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

by Keith McNeill

Simpcw Health Programs

Announcements

Employment

Coming Events

Business Opportunities

2013 BC Farm Women’s Network Seminar & Farm Tour, Sep 12-14. 250-672-9737

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

Volunteers always needed.

Call 250-674-2135.

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY THRIFT SHOP

Located across the railway tracks in Vavenby, B.C. Wednesday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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

Great deals - low prices

Personals Alcoholics Anonymous Phone 250-674-3838 or

250-587-0026 Anytime Barriere Alcoholics Anonymous Call: 250-672-9643 For Al Anon Call: 250-672-9643, 250-677-4234 Clearwater: AA meetings every Wed., #11 Lodge Dr., side door. Roll call 8 p.m. 250674-7155 or 250-674-7313

ALL CASH drink/snack vending business route. Complete training. Small invest. req’d. 1888-979-VEND (8363). www.healthydrinkvending.co

Education/Trade Schools INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 FOR AT HOME JOBS • Huge Demand In Canada • Employers Seek Out Canscribe Graduates • Over 90% Graduate Employment Rate

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Box 220 Barriere, BC V0E 1E0 Tel: (250) 672-9925 Fax: (250) 672-5500 Email: health@simpcw.com

Employment Opportunity- 2nd Posting Wellness/D&A Referrals Worker- Permanent Part-Time Position (28 hours/wk) The Simpcw Health Program is receiving applications for a permanent part-time Wellness/ Drug and Alcohol Referrals Worker.

The duties include: • Providing drug & alcohol related services including intervention plans, screening and referrals to appropriate agencies and/or treatment facilities and aftercare and follow-up support; • Providing education, health promotion and prevention activities to individuals, families and community.

Qualifications: • Addictions Counselor Certification from an accredited body; • A valid Class 5 Driver’s License, a current Criminal Records Check, a clean Driver’s Abstract Knowledge and Abilities: • Knowledge of First Nations culture and traditions; • Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision; • Knowledge and understanding of addictions and mental health, including the referral process and aftercare plans; • Experience with planning and facilitating community workshops; • Knowledge of Integrated Case Management, willingness to use collaborative approach; • Budgeting and financial planning skills; • Program planning skills; • Personal holistic self-care plan; • Availability to work evenings and weekends; • Strong verbal and written communication skills; • Strong computer skills, Microsoft Work, Excel.

Salary: commensurate with experience and credentials

Lost & Found Found: set of car keys, found weekend of Aug 17-18 on Hwy 5 near where the new hardware store is being build in Barriere. 250-672-5611

SIMPCW FIRST NATION

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.

Help Wanted An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson, Alta.

Application deadline: 4:00pm, Wednesday, September 4th, 2013. Any application received after that time will not be considered. Interviews will begin on September 6th, with a start date of September 9th. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Send resume and references to: Grace McLeish Health Clerk Simpcw First Nation P.O. Box 220, Barriere, B.C. VOE lEO Phone: 250-672-9925 Fax: 250-672-5500 Email: health@simpcw.com Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Aboriginal ancestry per Canada’s Human Rights Act and legislative surrounding Employment Equity.

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay

Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com Free Items

Excellent quality horse hay, grass/alfalfa mix. $5/bale.

250-672-9362

1988 Honda GL1500 motorbike: FREE to responsible person, due to my son’s sudden death. If interested, contact tomdaniel25@hotmail.com.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

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

E-mail: mail@barriere-employment.ca • Website: www.barriere-employment.ca SANDWICH ARTIST – Subway PT/FT CB0121 SERVER – Restaurant / Bar, Knight’s Inn B0130 CASUAL ASSISTED LIVING WORKER – Yellowhead Pioneer B0156 CASUAL COOK – Yellowhead Pioneer B0158 GRADER OPERATOR – Bladetec B0165 PRODUCE CLERK / CASHIER / PICKER – B0180 CUSTOMER SERVICE – PT Petro Can B0183 LABOURERS – Woodco Sawmills PT/FT CB0206 FOREST FIRE FIGHTERS – B0211 LEVEL 3 FIRST AID ATTENDANT – B0212 MEDICAL UNIT DRIVER – Must have Class 4 B0213 COOK – Station House B0214 DISHWASHER – Station House B0215 WELLNESS/D&A REFERRAL WORKER – Simpcw

BUCKERMAN – VRV Contracting B0221 CHAMBERMAID – Part-time Monte Carlo Motel B0227 SKILL DEVELOPMENT: If you have been on Employment Insurance in the past 3 years (5 years maternity) & are currently unemployed, you may be eligible for re-training dollars. Book an appointment to see one of our counselors for 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 Cook: Part Time/Little Fort #CB0220 Housekeepers: Seas/Clw #C0147 Waiter/Waitress: Part Time/Little Fort #CB0219 Front Desk Attendant: Seas/Bl Riv #CB0141 Housekeeper: Seasonal/Little Fort #CB0218 Cashier: FT/PT Little Fort #C0123 Wellness D&A Referrals Worker: Part Time/ Sandwich Artist: Seas/Little Fort #CB0121 Barriere #CB0217 Housekeeper: Seas/Clw #C0216 GENERAL INFORMATION Maintenance/Monitor: Seas/Clw #C0210 FREE WORKSHOPS to help with your work Guesthouse Housekeeper: Seas/Clw #C0209 search are available.

Motel Housekeeper: Seasonal/Clw #C0207 Please contact us for more information.

Labourer: PT or FT/Barriere #CB0206 • Resumes & Interviews: Go hand in hand, Admin Assistant: PT or FT/Barriere #CB0205 so the better prepared you are the greater In person Interviewer: Seasonal/Clw #C0202 the impression you will make to your future Bookkeeper: PT/Clearwater #C0201 employer. Please drop in and our friendly Heavy Equipment Mechanic: Clw #C0198 staff will assist you.

Community Support Worker: Casual/Clw #C0195 • Targeted Wage Subsidy (TWS): Are Server: FT/PT/Seasonal/Clearwater #C0193 you currently on Employment Insurance Maintenance Manager: FT/Blue River #C0191 or have you been in the last 3-5 years? If Servers: FT/PT Blue River #C0190 you have, you may be eligible for wage Prep Cook/Kitchen Helper: FT/Blue Rvr #C0189 subsidy. Ask us for further info.

Line Cook: FT/Blue River #C0188 • Funding for Skill Enhancement: Recent Housekeeper: PT/Clearwater #C0187 or active EI clients with a career plan Heli-Ski Guide: Seasonal/Blue River #C0186 in mind seeking assistance through Housekeeping: Seasonal/Clearwater #C0182 Service Canada are required to book an Housekeeper: Seas/Clearwater #C0178 appointment with one of our Employment Waitress/Waiter: Seas/Clearwater #C0176 Counsellors.

Housekeeper/Kitchen Help: Seas/Clw #C0174 • Blue River Library: An employment Server: Seasonal/Blue River C0169 consultant comes to the Blue River School.

Sous Chef: Seasonal/Blue River C0167 Next visit is Tuesday September 10th from B&B Housekeeper: Seasonal/Clw #C0162 12:30-2:30. If a one on one appointment is Logging Truck Driver: Seas/Clw #C0160 required, please call to set up a time prior to the drop in.

Operated 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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Misc. Wanted Genuine Coin Collector Buyer Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins etc 778-281-0030

FACTORY DIRECT Wholesale CSA certified modular homes, manufactured/mobile homes and park model homes. We ship throughout Western Canada. Visit us online at www.hbmodular.com or 1-877-976-3737.

Rentals

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.

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.

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Homes for Rent furnished bachelor suite for rent, in Clearwater/Birch Island. Avail Sep 1, $500/mo util incl. 250-674-0002

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CHURCH DIRECTORY

CHURCH OF ST. PAUL

4464 Barriere Town Road

Worship Sunday 11:00 A worshipping community of Anglicans, United & Lutherans

All Are Welcome

the Rev. Brian Krushel

Office: 250 672-5653 www.norththompsonpc.ca

ST. GEORGE’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Mass - 9am Wednesday, Friday & Saturday Mass - 9am

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

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Bible Study on Tuesdays at 1pm PASTOR TODD ENGLISH

WELLS GRAY HOME HARDWARE

Join us for refreshments after the Service.

86 STATION RD., CLEARWATER

Phone 250-672-1864 anytime.

674-3717

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

FAITH: Traditional knowledge superior to faith-based belief

By Bruce Perry

There is a very profound difference between knowledge and mere belief.

Here is a simple example of the difference between the two: • Belief: You and your friend are sitting in his house eating a meal. He gets up to go to the refrigerator to get some milk for each of you and, passing by a window, he sees a bear outside in the yard.

He says, “Hey, there’s a bear outside.” You say, “Oh yeah?” and continue eating.

You believe him, but you’ve seen lots of bears and would rather sit and finish your meal.

That’s belief.

• Knowledge: After your friend says there’s a bear outside, you decide you want to see it, so you get up and go to the window and look outside.

Now you see the bear with your own eyes. Now you know there is a bear outside; you don’t have to merely believe there is a bear outside.

This is knowledge.

In the true meaning of the word, knowledge is that cognizance/awareness that results from direct experience.

Anything else is not knowledge in the strict sense of the word.

Often this word is misused by those who wish to mislead others by using it (falsely) to prop up that which is merely belief, that which does not result from direct experience by the individual.

Doing that is kind of like false advertising, of which there sure is a lot lately.

A practical example of the difference between the strength of the two can be seen every day in the law courts.

If person giving evidence states he knows of something by way of another person

telling him the information, that will be categorized as hearsay, which is not admissible as evidence.

For example, Bob tells the judge his friend Bill told him that Jim broke into a house.

The judge will not count this as evidence because it is hearsay.

However, if Bob tells the judge he saw Jim break into the house, the judge may go ahead to consider that as evidence, since it is not hearsay, but knowledge obtained by direct experience.

During the acquisition of knowledge, there is no intermediary between the person and the thing/event to be known.

Bob saw Jim break into the house; he was not merely told by someone else that Jim broke into the house.

This is why knowledge is superior to mere belief.

If you wanted to know what your freshly made, stillwarm blueberry pie tasted like, would you be satisfied with cutting a piece out, giving it to a total stranger, not tasting it yourself and then asking his opinion?

By his answer, you would only obtain his opinion; you would not have the knowledge of the actual taste of the pie.

You would possess merely his opinion, until you tasted the pie yourself.

Hence, there is inherent in mere belief a fundamental shortfall of certainty.

Down deep, those who have no direct knowledge are insecure — and the insecurity causes fear.

To address this fear, they try to get others to believe (instead of know) because, if they can get others to believe only, then, in some sort of weird way, that makes it more OK for them to merely believe.

Traditional knowledge, especially traditional spiritual

knowledge, is based on, and is obtainable by, direct experience of the creator, who speaks to each one of us every moment of the day: A deep blue sky, sunlight sparkling colours on new snow, the flash! and thunder! of summer lightning, the call of the soaring eagle, salmon jumping in the streams, a cool summer breeze on your face, a surprise shooting star in the night sky, the proud singing of Coyotes… Natural Facts like these are the True Alphabet with which the Real Words of The Creator are communicated to us directly every moment of every day since the beginning of time and so on to continue until the end of time . . .

No intermediaries (priests, preachers, books, churches, etc. ) are necessary in order to communicate directly with the creator.

You were born to be able to do this naturally.

It is your absolute birthright as a human being.

Faith-based religions are categorically inferior to traditional knowledge.

They amount to only hearsay and often have mixed in there some other underlying motives other than communication with the creator.

For example, collecting money to build churches and to pay for the livelihood of priests, preachers and the like, and to pay for the pamphlets they distribute in the hopes of converting others to their style of belief, which, as mentioned above, is done mainly because of a fundamental uncertainty that is psychologically inherent in mere belief versus the quiet strength of knowledge, which results from direct experience of the creator by the knower, be they a man, woman or child.

Bruce Perry is a guest in the Secwepemc traditional territorial lands.

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Barriere Food Bank Food Bank will be at the North Thompson Fall Fair

By Dawn McCormick

STAR/JOURNAL photo: Margaret Houben

Music from the Valley The Lilies of The Valley performed at Barriere Bandshell Friday, on Aug. 23. Bandshell Fridays are held in Fadear Park from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.. Everyone is welcome to attend. Bring your lawn chair, sit back, and enjoy the music.

Ode to a Farmer poetry contest Celebrating Farmers’ Appreciation Week, Sept. 8 – 15, 2013 Submitted The BC Association of Farmers’ Markets (BCAFM) wants to know why you appreciate farmers, and they want you to tell them in the form of a poem - a haiku, a ballad, an ode or a limerick, the style is up to you. Novice and experienced writers alike are invited to submit their best agricultureinspired poems to the first Ode To A Farmer Poetry Contest, in honour of Farmers Appreciation Week this September 8-15, 2013.

This is the 4th annual Farmers Appreciation Week, an annual event highlighting the important contribution that local food and farmers make to our lives by drawing attention to agricultural and food system issues.

“We want British Columbians to tell us why they appreciate their local farmers and the fresh food they grow,” says Elizabeth Quinn, BCAFM Executive Director. “We know there is a lot of support out there, and this is a great way to express our admiration and gratitude for farmers, who don’t always have the opportunity to hear our praise for them.”

The contest is open to all British Columbia residents.

Submissions will be accepted until Sunday, September 8, at midnight - the first day of Farmers Appreciation Week.

To celebrate the diversity of

The Fall Fair is coming! The Food Bank will be using the 7th Day Adventist Booth on Saturday at the Fall Fair The booth is located right across from the entrance to the Rodeo arena. Please drop by to visit us. We will only be there on Saturday so please drop by to visit us.

Also the Food Bank will have donation boxes at the entrances of the Fall Fair all three days for food donations. Please bring non-perishable items like canned goods, pasta, mixes, and items such soap, shampoo, laundry soap. Any donations are very much appreciated.

The Food Bank would like to thank the Bag Lady Bottle Depot and Mitchell Mountain Beef for their continuing support.

If you are interested in volunteering please call the Food Bank at 250-672-0029 and ask for Rose Seymour. We need volunteers for a variety of things. You can volunteer as little or as much as you like.

If you are willing to have a donation can at your business, please contact Dawn McCormick at ragtopgirl1@yahoo.com or Marion Coltman at colty@telus.net. Please drop in your spare change in the donation cans to help out.

If any local gardeners, farmers or ranchers have extra produce or meat you would like to donate, please contact John Willox at jwillox1@telus.net .

The Food Bank will be open 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Wednesday August 28th for Hamper pickups. Beginning September 4th the Food bank will be open every Wednesday from 10am to 12 noon for Hamper pickups. If anyone is unable to come in, please call 250-672-0029.

And lastly, if you would like to get some great books for your children or if you would like to do some reading yourself, please come in and check out the “Blue Bookcase”.

Upcoming Events: The Food Bank Booth at the North Thompson Fall Fair Aug. 31, Sept. 1 and 2.

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BC’s agriculture, contest judges will select one winning poem in each region of BC: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast, Kootenay Rockies, Northern British Columbia, Thompson Okanagan, Vancouver, Coast and Mountains and Vancouver Island.

Six winning authors will receive a $50 gift certificate to the BCAFM farmers’ market of their choice.

The contest will be judged by two accomplished BC writers: Tamara Leigh, a freelance agriculture journalist, communications consultant, President of the BC and Canada Farm Writers Associations, and FarmHugger blogger based in the Cowichan Valley of Vancouver Island; and Renée Sarojini Saklikar author of the thecanadaproject. Renée’s work appears in various literary journals,

newspapers and anthologies, including Geist and Contemporary Verse 2: The Canadian Journal of Poetry and Critical Writing (CV2).

Farmers Appreciation Week will be celebrated at farmers’ markets across BC from September 8 – 15, 2013. For more information on how to participate, see the Farmers Appreciation Week website: http://www. bcfarmersmarket.org/freshmarket/farmers-appreciationweek-2013#Poetry The BCAFM is a not-forprofit association that represents 115 farmers’ markets across the province and works to support, develop and promote farmers’ markets in all regions of BC. For more information on the BCAFM or to find a farmers’ market near you, visit www.bcfarmersmarket.org.

Featured This Week: • Peaches and Cream Corn • Tomatoes and Pickling Cucumbers • Garlic • Steaks and good variety of meats for your barbecue• Jams and Jellies • Knitted and Crocheted Crafts.

10 am to 2 pm • Every Thursday at Sam’s Pizza & Ribs - Highway 5 This space sponsored by: North Thompson STAR/JOURNAL

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Thursday, August 29, 2013 North Thompson Star/Journal

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STAR/JOURNAL photos: Bob Hayward

Entrants in the North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo Association round hay bale contest are putting on a great show along the Yellowhead Highway in Darfield. Don’t miss the gigantic dairy cow at Rainer Farm and Rainer Custom Cutting (above), or the friendly creation at the Simpson family’s Curlew Farms (left).

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The 64th Annual

North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo

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

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FUN

F Y AMIL A D I Y FR Fall Fair Family Dance 3x7 shrink to fit

DANCE

PUT ON YOUR DANCING SHOES

FRIDAY Aug 30 ~ 7pm FALL FAIR HALL

EVERYONE WELCOME

Music by GORDIE WEST

Tickets $10 for adults and CHILDREN UNDER 10 ARE FREE Alcohol free event