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Pioneer’s Timber Kings set to air this Sunday A new reality show starring the crew from our very own Pioneer Log Homes will air its first episode this weekend. The Timber Kings will premiere this Sunday, Jan. 5 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on HGTV Canada. The docu-reality show follows the jobs and experiences of the master log smiths at Pioneer Log Homes as they build massive, multi-million dollar log homes
around the world under tight deadlines and intense pressure. “We think viewers will agree that the Timber Kings are more than builders and highly-skilled craftsmen. They are also true artists … with egos and competitive drives, of course,” said Audrey Mehler, Executive Vice President for Paperny Entertainment. The premiere episode focuses
on building a 4,400 square foot lakefront cottage in Northern Ontario where the severe winter weather puts everything at risk for the Timber Kings crew. All of the materials must make it over a series of three impossibly narrow, icy bridges before they can even begin building, putting their timelines to the test. Back at the work yard in Williams Lake, an eccentric Ar-
kansas millionaire is in the market for a massive 1,000 year old tree to become the centerpiece of his new home for a whopping cost of $80,000, and two of the Pioneer Log Homes crew push each other to breaking points in a fight for new equipment. The stars are expected to attend their first poster signing sometime Friday, Jan. 3 at Walmart in Williams Lake.
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Reservations open Jan. 2 for Bowron circuit Outdoor enthusiasts can start planning their trips to two popular BC Parks destinations - Berg Lake Trail and Bowron Lake canoe circuit - when reservations open for the 2014 season on Jan. 2. Visitors should book their reservations through Discover Camping, BC Parks’ camping reservation system, making it easier for families to plan ahead. Advanced preparation is required for adventures on the Berg Lake Trail and Bowron Lake canoe circuit because of the type of backcountry experiences involved. The limited facilities offered on these adventures ensure a true wilderness experience, so visitors need to be prepared.
The Berg Lake Trail and Bowron Lake canoe circuit are quite popular with local visitors and have a higher proportion of international travellers than most other BC Parks destinations. By providing reservations for the entire season early in the year, visitors can properly plan while having the security of knowing a site will be available for their vacation. In 2013, the Bowron Lake canoe circuit had 1,073 bookings and the Berg Lake Trail had 1,463 bookings, with approximately 25 per cent of bookings originating from outside of Canada. The Berg Lake Trail is open year-round in Mount Robson Provincial Park, and res-
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ervations can be made for the period June 12 through Sept. 15. This remote backcountry hiking trail covers 23 kilometres and climbs 800 metres, offering scenic views and experiences for hikers of all abilities. Bowron Lake Provincial Park’s unparalleled canoe circuit can
be reserved from May 15 to Sept. 21. The entire circuit encompasses 116 kilometres of paddling across 10 lakes, and includes numerous portages. The entire trip takes from six to 10 days to complete. The West Side experience is also available, which is less than half the circuit and
takes two to four days to complete. Those interested in paddling the Bowron Lake canoe circuit should have some wilderness canoeing experience. For those who like to plan ahead, Discover Camping provides information on the availability and amenities at 113 reservable campgrounds in 95 provincial parks throughout B.C., including nearby Horsefly Provincial Campground. Reservations for those open on March 15, 2014. Group site reservations are available up to 12 months in advance. The Bowron Lake canoe circuit had 119 bookings on the first day of reservations in 2013.
Night hunters keep conservation officers busy Monica Lamb-Yorski Staff Writer Reports of night hunting kept the conservation officers busy this fall, said Sgt. Len Butler of the BC Conservation Officer Services in Williams Lake. “The complaints were coming through our RAAP line,” Butler said Monday. “We responded to the best of our abilities and did quite a few responses in
the middle of the night, chasing down night hunters.” Butler said the number of night hunting complaints was up from previous years and the office is wrapping up its investigations now. Fines can range from $1,000 to $5,000 depending on how serious the charges are. “It’s completely illegal to night hunt and it’s dangerous,” Butler
said. Most complaints have been about illegal hunting on the West Fraser road area across from the Rudy Johnson Bridge. Butler said night hunters are after anything that will move. “Since there are not many moose there, it’s mainly mule deer (that are targeted). We get calls from various parts of the zone with regards to night hunting.”
In other wildlife news, Butler said a bear that won’t go to sleep is causing grief in the Quesnel area. “Sometimes that’s the way it is because they are getting too much food.” He also said ice fish-
ing season has started and the public can expect to see Butler’s crew out more frequently on the lakes. “The most serious thing is over-limits obviously, licensing, things of that variety,” he said.
Cliff and Jean Josephson are happy to announce the celebration of 54 years of marriage, on January 4, 2014
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The Williams Lake Sportsmen’s Association would like to take this opportunity to thank the West Fraser Truckers, Williams Lake Loggers, Mackay Electric, and Tolko Mill in Williams Lake for their donation of monies, supplies and equipment for replacing the Short Range Shelter and upgrades for the Long Range Shelter at the Bond Lake Road Rod and Gun Club. Also a special thanks to all volunteers who gave up their time to make the improvements happen. The WLSA will be having their AGM Mon, Jan 20, 2014 7:00 pm 920 Bond Lake Road
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YEAR IN REVIEW
Part 2: Year in Review 2013
July: New Prosperity panel hearings get underway July 2, 2013
Father expresses grief over fatal crash allegations
Cyril Vigeant is living every parent’s nightmare. Last week Cyril’s son Kyle, 22, died following a single vehicle incident on Chimney Lake Road, which police have associated with theft and fraud. “I would like the community to know my son was in no way involved with these people or these thefts,” Mr. Vigeant said Thursday. Kyle was born and raised in Williams Lake, and worked a variety of jobs in the community before settling in as an assistant manager at Best Buy Propane. His dad says Kyle was known for his upbeat, reliable personality. July 11, 2013
Stampede another roaring success
The 87th Annual Williams Lake Stampede was a roaring success, said Fred Thomas, Stampede Association president. “It was another great year. We had great weather and good crowds,” he said. The paid attendance at the Stampede was 15,559
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Tsilhqot’in member Cecil Grinder blesses participants as the New Prosperity Mine’s environmental assessment panel hearings got underway in Williams Lake in July. people this year, which is down about 500 people from other years. With final results in, the Stampede paid out $159,000 to 100 different cowboys and cowgirls who placed in the different Stampede events.
but he will also be very firm that environmental standards cannot be compromised.
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The environmental assessment panel hearings for Taseko Mine Ltd.’s New Prosperity Mine got underway in Williams Lake Monday afternoon. More than 350 people filled the Cariboo Memorial Complex’s Gibraltar Room. Some of the crowd wore bright blue sashes, signifying their support
CRD will present at panel hearings
Cariboo Regional District chair Al Richmond said when he makes a presentation on behalf of the board for the New Prosperity environmental review hearings he’ll talk about the economic value the project would bring to the Cariboo Chilcotin,
July 23, 2013 New Prosperity panel hearings underway
of the project, while others, like Tsilhqot’in member Cecil Grinder, who led the First Nations procession into the hearings, wore regalia. The First Nations sang and drummed three songs, including one in honour of Fish Lake. Once they were done, local GM manager Lorne Doerkson started off the singing of O Canada, to which several of the First Nations drummed along to. After thanking the First Nations for the opening, panel chair Bill Ross said the panel is independent of the Government of Canada and has been appointed by the federal minister of the environment to conduct an environmental assessment of the proposed mine project.
July 25, 2013 Tolko announces capital investment in Williams Lake
Tolko announced Wednesday it will make capital investments at its two operations in Williams Lake. “Between Lakeview and Soda Creek it’s going
to be around a $20 million investment this year,” Soda Creek plant manager Ryan Oliver told the Tribune. Work is already underway at the Soda Creek mill, with ground preparation and paving, he added. “We will be working on the foundation for the new building in September and all the equipment is ordered and being built right now.” Everything behind the planer and the in-feed is being replaced. The slow-down system into a full optimized grader and then into a brand new sorting line.
at the corner of First Avenue and Oliver Street. In 1963, after the bank erected a new building at its present location on the corner of Second Avenue and Oliver Street, the original building was moved to Yorston Street and eventually became an apartment house.
July 30, 2013 Williams Lake ranks third in overall crime, second in violent crime
The City of Williams Lake said in a recent press release it continues to focus on crime reduction measures.
The Crime Severity Index (CSI) produced by Statistics Canada for 2012 shows a 27 per cent reduction in the CSI value since the index was first published for the year 2008. Crime has declined in Williams Lake every year between 2008 and 2011, with a small increase in crime statistics during the middle of 2012. Some categories of property crime, such as vehicle theft, have decreased by as much as 80 per cent since 2008. The city continues to work with the RCMP to address crime and the social factors behind it.
July 30, 2013 Fire guts apartment house
An early morning fire Friday has destroyed a three-story apartment house in the 100 block of Yorston Street in downtown Williams Lake. All 16 people who lived there OK, but appear to have lost everything, said safer communities co-ordinator Dave Dickson. Originally built in 1920 as a Bank of Commerce, the building was located
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Aug: Tribune and Advisor newspapers unite Robbins said the lands are the foundation of his people, culture and creation stories, and how the lands are used should be their decision “This will not be a onetime impact like Taseko says – it will be an impact every time an Esk’etemc goes out to hunt, to fish, to gather or to pray,” Robbins said.
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Lightning strikes start multiple fires
Last Thursday evening’s spectacular lightning show, felt throughout the Cariboo Fire Centre, resulted in 29 lightning-caused wildfires overnight throughout the region. “They are all just spot fires, the largest one is 0.2 hectares so they’re all pretty small,” CFC fire information officer Greig Bethel told the Tribune Friday morning. While thousands of lightning strikes caused the new wildfires, most of the lightning was accompanied by precipitation that helped keep fires small in size, the biggest at 0.2 hectares, Bethel said. On Friday Wildfire Management Branch crews, with air tankers, helicopters and other equipment were actioned to battle the new blazes. Aug. 8, 2013
Dentistry focus of four-day blitz in Anaham
Between July 25 and 28, the UBC school of dentistry offered a dental mission in co-operation with the Tl’et’inqox-t’in (Anaham) government office. A team of eight dentists, a dental hygienist, a dental assistant, two instructors, 15 students and two Rotarians travelled to Anaham, and with the help of health centre staff delivered dental care. “It was the first time we’d been to Anaham,” University of B.C. Dean of Dentristy Dr. Charles Shuler said. “We’ve done clinics around the province, some in First Nations reserves on Vancouver Island and in First Nations clinics in the Downtown Eastside.” Aug. 13, 2013
SD 27 superintendent pleased with memorandum agreement outcome
In response to Cariboo Chilcotin Teachers’ Association president Murray Helmer, who said late last month that some full time teachers have not yet found full time jobs, superintendent Mark Thiessen told the Tribune School District 27 is pleased with the outcome of the Memorandum of Agreement. He said the agreement ensured all teachers in the district had access to any
Aug. 29, 2013
A lightning strike on the plateau beyond Signal Point looking east from the Belle XC mountain bike trail makes for a dramatic scene on the evening of Aug. 1. The lakecity and surrounding area was hit by several spectacular storms over the summer. posted position in which they were qualified for and had the seniority to secure the position, also noting that the agreement was signed by the CCTA, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, the B.C. Public School Employer’s Association and the school district. Aug. 15, 2013
Stolen vehicles not recovered, inspector says
The majority of vehicles stolen in the Williams Lake area in July have not been recovered, said Insp. Warren Brown during a six month crime stats update to city council Tuesday. Of the 12 vehicles stolen in July, 75 per cent have not been located, whereas 95 per cent of vehicles stolen between January and June were located. Typically that means they’ve been dumped in remote areas and will probably be found during hunting season or spring when people are getting out into the bush, Brown explained. “Many of the vehicles that have been stolen we find there to be a tie between ourselves and the Alexis Creek detachment,” Brown said explaining the two detachments are working together on some strategies. Aug. 20, 2013
RCMP moving to digital encryption for communication
Williams Lake RCMP will be joining other detachments across Canada and switching from unencrypted analog communications to digital with encryption. It’s a change that means the public will no longer be able to listen in on police activity by a scanner. “I cannot wait for this new system,” said RCMP Insp. Warren Brown
Thursday. “It will allow the police to talk and share information that cannot be intercepted.” “We find that at most drug houses and active criminal safe houses they utilize scanners for their own benefit. They want to know where police are, staging fake calls at fake locations, etc. They utilize the interception of our communications for their benefit.” Aug. 22, 2013
Advisor and Tribune papers unite
Black Press is making its own news with the decision to amalgamate its newspapers the Williams Lake Tribune, the Cariboo Advisor and the Tribune Weekend. The move, which will begin Sept. 4, will see Black Press offer two completely free newspapers to more than 10,500 homes throughout the region. This will include a Wednesday Williams Lake Tribune edition and a Friday Weekend Advisor edition — both filled with the award-winning content that has made the Tribune the community paper of record for more than 75 years. Tribune publisher Lisa Bowering said she’s thrilled to be able to offer two fresh newspapers at a broader reach. “I am so excited with the amalgamation of our three great papers,” Bowering said. “We want to give our community the absolute best newspaper we can with the broadest reach. That is why this amalgamation of the Tribune, its weekend edition and the Cariboo Advisor is such exciting news.”
The final day of statements and presentations during the federal review panel hearings for the proposed New Prosperity mine project took place on Friday at CJ’s Southwestern Grill. The event began with singers and drummers in a procession along Highway 97, accompanied by RCMP vehicles and ended after the panel heard from several speakers, voicing opposition or support for the project. Dr. John Meech from Share the Cariboo Chilcotin Resources Society and Williams Lake and District Chamber of Commerce, who said he is “very disappointed with government agencies for its obfuscation and fence-sitting,” and that there is a desperate need for the economic stimulation New Prosperity Mine would bring. Esk’etemc Chief Fred
Coroner’s inquest into shooting death recommends improvements to rural emergency care
The BC Coroners Service has released its public inquest into the policeinvolved shooting death of Justin Zinser on Sept. 24, 2011. The report recommends several improvements to rural ambulance and police service. The inquest took place from Tuesday, Aug. 6 to Thursday, Aug. 8 in the Williams Lake Courthouse. Presiding coroner Donita Kuzma made five recommendations following the inquest, including recommendations to the RCMP, the B.C. Ambulance Service and the Ministry of Justice. Zinser, who was 23 at the time, was shot and killed by an RCMP officer at Nimpo Lake near Williams Lake after police were called to a domestic dispute.
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Feeling homesick, Libra? If so, make some post-holiday plans to visit with friends or family you didn’t get a chance to see during the holidays. Enjoy this time spent with loved ones. Scorpio, you like to stay busy. But you sometimes feel overwhelmed with all that you have to do. Stop biting off more than you can chew and take things one task at a time. Sagittarius, now is a good time to make resolutions and reconnect with distant friends. It is good to rekindle relationships and commit to spending more time with friends and family. After time away for the holidays, getting back into a routine can be challenging, Capricorn. But you like to stick to a schedule, and getting back on track is the way to do it. Aquarius, although you have many friends, you recently have only spent time with a select few. This week is a great time to reach out to those friends you haven’t seen in awhile. Your competitive juices will be flowing this week, Pisces. Enjoy the competitive atmosphere but don’t take things too far.
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Sept: troubles plague Stum Lake pelicans Sept. 4, 2013
Chilcotin River fishery remains open
The First Nations fishery on the Chilcotin River will continue Chief Joe Alphonse Tsilhqot’in National Government chair said. In mid August, Fisheries and Oceans Canada approached the TNG to discuss the possibility of closing the fishery, but the First Nations said they would not accept a closure, Alphonse said. “We said we’d prevent fisheries officers from getting to the river and we would keep the river open for our fishermen.” The rationale for the closure was that the water temperature was too warm and the fish were all dying, yet First Nations weren’t seeing those impacts. “The fish were not dying,” Alphonse said. First Nations in the Chilcotin have a 24 hour seven-day fishery and the only way members will accept closures is for conservation concerns, he added. Sept. 6, 2013
RCMP arrest city councillor
Williams Lake city councillor Surinderpal
Rathor has been charged with obstruction of justice, police said. The news broke Thursday when Const. Lesley Smith, media relations with North District RCMP, issued a press release stating Rathor was arrested that morning after a warrant was issued. “These charges stem from an investigation where on Dec. 24, 2012, Surinderpal Rathor assisted police as a translator for a criminal code case. Rathor allegedly interfered with that investigation beyond his role as a translator,” Smith said, refusing to comment further on the case. On Thursday afternoon, Rathor told the Tribune/Weekend Advisor he and his wife are very “disturbed and shocked” by the day’s incidents. “We are taking the whole investigation very seriously,” Rathor said.Update: Rathor’s next appearance in court is scheduled for Feb. 19, 2014 Sept. 6, 2013
Des Webster starts as new fire chief
Former Williams Lake fire department fire inspector and deputy fire chief Des Webster has assumed his new role as
house held Aug. 28 at city hall, were to go ahead, it would “open up” the usually residential quiet Johnson Street to a substantially increased traffic flow, Stevenson said.
Sept. 13, 2013
Pelican problems at Stum Lake
Sept. 11, 2013
A complete nesting failure at the only confirmed White American Pelican breeding lake in B.C. has left local wildlife biologist Julie Steciw extremely disappointed and searching for answers. “This year I was looking forward and very optimistic that we would have a successful breeding season at Stum Lake,” Steciw said. Steciw has been monitoring the endangered birds at Stum Lake for Natural Resource Operations since mid-1990 and says a total failure can happen for a number of reasons — human disturbance, wildlife disturbance or low flying aircraft. She doesn’t know what is responsible this time around. See more SEPT. Page A12
Cougar sighting kicks off school year
Adult pelicans and their young on Puntzi Lake represent nesting success while Stum Lake experienced a complete nesting failure this year. director of protective services and fire, following the retirement of Randy Isfeld. Webster joined the WLFD in 1994 as a paid on-call fire fighter, and started full time as fire inspector with the rank of captain. He was promoted to assistant chief in 2006 and to deputy chief in 2008, and hired as the director of protective services this summer. “Most people strive to retire at the pinnacle of their career, I am no different,” Webster said. Sept. 11, 2013
Residents want Johnson Street left alone
Residents living in and
around Johnson Street in Williams Lake say they are upset with proposed improvements to Highway 97 that could see traffic exit off the highway and into their residential areas along McKinnon Road and Johnson Street. “Johnson Street is residential and it should stay that way,” Johnson Street resident Gordon Stevenson said in an interview Tuesday. He said residents don’t oppose a light-controlled intersection being installed at Highway 97 and Toop Road, but they don’t want to see the intersection being connected to Johnson Street. If the latest proposed plan, unveiled at an open
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Residents living in and around Chilcotin Road School in Williams Lake should beware that a cougar has been seen in the area said Sgt. Len Butler of the Conservation Officer Services Friday. “We’re doing a monitoring of the cougar, we’re not trying to catch it right now,” Butler confirmed. On Thursday evening, Conservation Officer Jeff Tyre patrolled the area in and around the school and along Woodland Drive. “He stopped into the school this morning and advised everybody of what was going on,” Butler said. Butler said there are “so many” cougars in the region and it’s not unusual for them to be around.
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BOXING DAY SKI Angie Mindus photo
Paige Hay hits the slopes Boxing Day for some skiing at Mt. Timothy. The hill has excellent conditions with more than 100 cm base and counting.
In this second half of the year we have covered many changes in the community including one to ourselves. In August Black Press announced the amalgamation of the Williams Lake Tribune, The Weekender and the Cariboo Advisor, bringing a new combined free product to the community. The papers are now published Wednesdays and Fridays, and also offer full, free access to the paper’s news website. In 2013 the community also witnessed its second environmental Federal Panel Review regarding a proposed gold and copper mine at Fish Lake and its later findings that the New Prosperity project would cause significant adverse environmental impacts. Stay tuned to 2014 for a federal decision on whether that project will proceed. Meanwhile, students and teachers adjusted to a new one-school, two-campus model for the local jr/sr high school this year, as former Kwaleen and Glendale students also adjusted to new schools. Though we received disappointing news about the cancellation of the Discovery Coast ferry route from Bella Coola recently, there were also many good news stories in the second half of 2013 including the opening of a new public health unit at Thompson Rivers University North, the completion of a new mill and the hiring of 150 additional workers at Gibraltar Mine and plans to open an autism centre at the CDC. 2014 looks to be equally as interesting, particularly in showbiz where our very own crew from Pioneer Log Homes will be starring in the reality show, Timber Kings starting January 5. Who knows, maybe the Timber Kings will be the next Duck Dynasty.
A new year and a turkey-free house After the sandwiches, the soup and the turkey delight casserole, my new year’s resolution is: ‘I’m finished with turkey forever.’ Tried a little ice fishing over the holidays, got smart and used the chain saw to cut through the ice. Got dumb and stood behind it, thus soaking myself thoroughly when I hit water turning myself into a human icicle. Also got one helluva shock plugging in the Christmas lights this year, something wrong with the outside socket. My hair actually stood on end, giving a whole new meaning to the phrase: “Lighten Up!” Got together with neighbours our age for the New Year’s celebration. None of those funny hats, noisemakers and (supported by liquid refreshments), strident attempts to be happy, like we did in our youth. Nope, nobody wanted to count backwards from 10, we all wanted to be in bed by ten.
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So we sat around the campfire chatting like Girl Guides, looking at the full moon and setting off a few fireworks, to dog barks and resounding echoes among the hills. Unfortunately, one rocket went sideways and ended up in a snowbank. If that wasn’t bad enough, Skeena the black Lab retrieved it, running off down the road while it was still spewing sparks. A couple of us chased her ex-
pecting her head to blow off at any second, but fortunately, the rocket fizzled out. Cheers went up! Carmen called in the proceedings; ‘The Pressy Lake Symphony of Fire.’ We held our first skating party over the holidays and built a rink on the lake, inviting all our neighbours to come. The crowd included about 30 people from eight to 80. There were hot dogs and hot chocolate for the kids gleefully standing around the bonfire where their constant poking at it with sticks set showers of sparks into the air adding to the festive occasion. Got a rough and tumble hockey game going and I was put to tend goal, (having not displayed any aptitude at either passing the puck, or being much of a hockey player.) My slap shot sucked, said one kid. Anyhow, I managed to stop a few pucks, just as long as I could see them coming for five minutes.
Now it would not be a good party without sending someone to the hospital and we sent two ladies with broken arms. After you haven’t been on skates for 20 years...well! They gracefully said they had a great time up till then. We have now started the tradition of the Little Pressy Lake Annual Broken Arm Skating Party. The other mishap was that a flock of children ate all the rum balls before the adults could get to them. This created an unusually giddy atmosphere, which rubbed off on the six dogs, present, making things slightly hazardous when trekking to the bathroom. About 10 years ago I started to keep track of my time. (I tried to keep track of how I spent my money too, but that led nowhere. I spent it just the same.) So every New Year’s day, I look over my calendar and see how my past year went. It’s quite revealing, as I am able to gauge what
I put most of my time into and what seemed most relevant or important to me. As they say, where your attention is, you are. The first year I did it I was shocked at how much television I watched. The following year I managed to cut my TV time in half and a year after that, by a third. What was amazing to me however, was how much time I spent doing things like working, reading, gardening and what not, as compared to other years. I usually spent the same amount of time doing the same things. Creatures of habit they say? You bet, if I am to go by my time sheet. It is then I resolve to change some habitual patterns. “But you can’t just throw bad habits out the window,” to paraphrase Mark Twain; “You have to drag them down the stairs one step at a time, kicking and screaming.”
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A look back at 2013
This year, Mary Trott (left) and Maureen Margetts gave the community a labyrinth at St. Andrew’s United Church on which to walk while pondering life’s many questions.
Andrew Meshue dip nets for pink salmon in the Fraser River below the Sheep Creek Bridge in September. The work was part of a collaborative demonstration fishery between the Upper Fraser Fisheries Conservation Alliance, Northern Shuswap and Tsilhqot’in First Nations.
Recycling came on strong with help from the Central Cariboo Conservation Society. Here society director Marg Evans hold bags made from the old street banners during the recycle and natural Christmas craft event in November.
Val Borton and Gilbert Meyers perform with their chime group The Blue Notes during a celebration in Spirit Square in honour of Community Living Month in October hosted by the Williams Lake Association for Community Living.
Mary Cornwall and her sister Mabel Cornwall attended the 70th anniversary party of the Cariboo Art Society held at the historic Onward Ranch where the society got its start with their grandmother Vivien Cowan.
Michelle and Gage Chestnut fall in love with Thunder, a Dwarf Rabbit owned by Breanne Havas who entered him in the Williams Lake Harvest fair, winning first in his category.
Parkerbarbie Bruce, 7, was the inspiration behind the image of the girl with butterfly wings, which makes up a new mural on the side of Jubilee House. The seven-year-old was on hand for the unveiling of the mural during the Walk for Harmony this fall.
Raylene Frances Tate (back), Scott Smithson (front left) and Terra McBain-Mcguire rehearse for their parts in the Studio Theatre’s fall production of The Big Five Oh.
The Williams Lake Community Band was front and centre at many community events including the Stampede Parade.
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COMMUNITY BUILDERS KNIGHTS SUPPORT MEALS ON WHEELS Williams Lake Meals on Wheels’ MaryJo Hilyer accepts a cheque for $1,000 from Gerry Leclerc of the Knights of Columbus. The program presently has 35 clients receiving meals Monday, Wednesday and Friday prepared by the hospital cafeteria. The program is open to seniors and people unable to cook for themselves.
COMMUNITY POLICING SUPPORTS BOYS AND GIRLS Community Policing’s Andy Sullivan (left) and Bob McIntosh (right) present a cheque to Williams Lake Boys and Girls Club executive director Matt Neufeld.
COMMUNITY POLICING SUPPORTS HORSE M POWERED Community Policing’s Andy Sullivan presents a cheque to Jane Folka of Horse M Powered Equine Assisted Learning.
PACIFIC COASTAL CELEBRATES 10TH YEAR WITH DRAWS Pacific Coastal Airlines corporate sales manager Shawn Warneboldt presents return trips for two to Vancouver to Vanessa Riplinger and Brian Goodrich during a celebration to celebrate the airline’s 10th year of flying into Williams Lake. Ten lucky people also won a return flight for one, along with several people winning other prizes.
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Stampede Queen Rachel Abrahamse (left) and Stampede Princess Karina Sukert helped with community events. Here they take break from hostess duties at the Museum of the Chilcotin’s Christmas tea.
Woodland Jewellers celebrates its 80th anniversary in the lakecity with cake on Wednesday, Oct. 30. Pictures are Stephanie Moog (left), Wendy Dunn, Angie Kohlen, Michele McAndrews, Tawnia Kandt, Geoff Bourdon, Jennifer McPhee, Cindy Watt and Brenda Bourdon. At left, new students Victoria Booth, Morgyn Bunce, Matt Brenner, Gregory Nickel and Johnny Van Capelle enjoy a little sun at the Thompson Rivers University’s back to school barbecue. Many local authors launched new books. Right, Julie Fowler reads from her book Grand Dames of the Cariboo. Arts events were many summer and fall. Below left, Sarah Beck performs at the Medieval Craft Fair held at Lake City Secondary Columneetza campus.
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Al-Anon Friday morning meeting 10:00-11:00 has moved to 51A-4th Avenue South Williams Lake. Come and have fun learning about your ancestors at Family History at 3039 Edwards Drive (Glendale area) Wed. from 6-8 p.m. Thurs. noon to 3 p.m. Others times by appointment with 24 hours notice. Phyllis 250-392-7294 or Howard 250-392-1813. Cariboo Chilcotin Elder College Life Long Learning for Seniors (50+). Fall and Winter Courses. For more info call 250-392-8180 or www.wleldercollege.ca email: admin@wleldercollege.ca. B.C. OLD TIME FIDDLERS ASSOC. Br. 10 meet every Thurs. at the Seniors Activity Center. Everyone is invited to join us in jamming, dancing or just listening to good old time music. For more info call Pat 250-398-9426 or Ken 250-296-3229. Royal Canadian Sea Cadets meet Thurs. 6:15 - 9:00 p.m. below Radio Station 1st Ave. 250-392-2834. The LDA, Association for Students with Learning Disabilities, Williams Lake Chapter, can offer help tutoring your child in reading, math, spelling, writing. We have a resource library accessible to members. If your child needs help or you would like to volunteer, please contact Elisabeth. Our office is located at the Co-Op Building, 51 Fourth Ave. S, W.L., Tel. 250-303-2354, email: u-canlearn@ hotmail.com. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
All Community Calendar postings that occur weekly or monthly will be published in this CLIP & SAVE box on the first Friday of each month. available. Free drop in 2nd and 4th Thurs. @ Old File Hall. Call Sharon 250-296-4462/267-2121. Learn how to make your ow rugs recycled fabrics. Cariboo Cowgirls wants strong riders & horses to join them Sunday 5-7:30 p.m. and Thurs. 6-8:30 p.m. Call Tammy 250-392-5588. The Caribou Brain Injury Society provides weekly support groups and one-to-one support for survivors of acquired brain injury (ABI). If you or someone you know has suffered an ABI, please phone 250-392-7772. Come and join us at the Seniors Centre every Sat. for Bingo doors open at 11:00 and Bingo starts at 12:00. Volunteers are always welcome. Call Ollie at 250-392-3468. The Cariboo Arts Society meets at the Art Centre (old Fire Hall) Sat. mornings 10 – 1 and Thurs. 2-4 (print making) and 6-8 for Evening Art. Everyone is welcome beginners to advanced. For more into call Cat Prevette at 250 296 3670 or Yvette Rogers at 250 989 4241.
Cariboo Art Society meets Sat. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and Thurs., from 6-8 p.m. Every level of painter is welcome from beginner to advanced. For more info call Cat Prevette 250-296-3670 or Yvette Rogers at 250-989-4241.
Everyone is welcome to join Mainstream Square And Round Dance. Thurs. nights 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at the Child Development Centre. Call Marie 250-392-5360 or Nick 250-392-2432 or emailnmturner@telus.net.
Gendun Drubpa Buddhist Centre opens our doors for Sharing the Dharma Day every Sunday morning at 10 am. Meditation and discussion followed by a vegetarian potluck lunch. Join us at 212 3rd Ave South. Call 250 398 5681.
Free Women’s Only Fitness Class Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Salvation Army Fitness Facility - 267 Borland Street. Fitness Instructor: Ellen Paynton. Please call 250-392-4118.
Lac La Hache Pioneer Centre (OAPO #176) weekly activities. Wed. cards & mixed pool 1 p.m. Age 40 plus with a membership fee of $12.00 per year. Meet the 1st Wed. of each month at 10:30 a.m. Following events are open to all. General exercise Mon. 10 a.m. Square and round dancing Mon. 1:30 p.m. Tues. palates 10 a.m. Tues. Carpet Bowling 1:30 p.m. Wed. general exercise 6:30 p.m. & Pilate 7:30 p.m. Thurs. TOPS 8:30 a.m. Mixed Pool Friday 1 p.m. Every 4th Sun. Bluegrass Jam sessions. Contact Tony 250-791-1919 for bookings Frances 250-396-4169. Society of St. Vincent de Paul, is open to all who wish to live their faith by loving and serving their neighbour. Vincentians attend meetings, pray with and for each other and serve in any way they can. Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month at 11:30 am in the basement of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. New members welcome. THE GREAT ROOM - a place for women to find hope for broken relationships, for health challenges, for addictions and sexual abuse issues. We meet every Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. at #5-160 Oliver Street. Call Dina for more info 250-296-4372. Family History Center. New hours: Wed. 6-8 p.m., Thurs. 12-3 p.m. Otherwise please call for appointment 24 hours in advance. Phyllis 250-392-9472, Howard 250-392-1813. Citizens on Patrol must be at least nineteen years of age, possess and pass a criminal record check. Members patrol the community, record suspicious events and report these observations directly to the RCMP. COP requires office volunteers to perform data entry functions, general office work, communicate info to members, and co-ordinate patrols. If you wish to assist the RCMP in making our community a better place to live call Dave Dickson 250-392-8701 or Bob McIntosh 250-3051041 or Cell 250-303-1428. Everyone is invited to attend our monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of every month 7:00 p.m. at the Community Police Office 327 Oliver St. (Corner of 3rd & Oliver). Do you have a few hours to spare? Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteer drivers to delivery meals 3 or 4 times each month. Call 398-8846. WL Lions Club Reflective Address House Signs for information email eleanor@donker.ca or phone 250-620-0503. Every Thurs. from 3:30 to 4:30 we have Wii games at the WL Library for ages 8 to 14. Every Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Legion Play Crib & have a chance to win cash. Drop-in Traditional Rug Hooking Classes, kits
3064 Rocky Mt. Rangers Army Cadet Corp. are recruiting teens 12-18 years old. Downstairs at the Legion Weds. 6-9 p.m. Call 250-305-1299. The Nar-Anon Family Groups are for those affected by someone else’s addiction. As a TwelveStep Program, we offer our help by sharing our experience, strength, and hope with each other. The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of addiction in a relative or friend. Wednesdays: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Sunshine Meeting Room - Deni House. For more information contact Trish 250-398-2673. Williams Lake Over 40’s Activity Group a group for singles and couples over 40 with similar and varied interests. Activities may include dinners, hiking, camping, movies etc. Always looking for more ideas and people willing to host activities. Fees (if any) for activities are the responsibility of the individuals participating. For more information please send a message to Heather at wlover40sact. group@gmail.com Scleroderma Association of B.C. community contact: Cecelia (Cece) Jaeger, 250-392-3656 or email johncece@midbc.com. Crisis Line Volunteer Training - The Canadian Mental Health Assoc. offering their Crisis Line Volunteer Training. 3 Tues. & 3 Thurs. evenings and 1 Sat. Call Penny at 250-398-8220 Ex. 2031 or Janice Ext. 2040 or drop by 51 - S. 4th Ave. for application form www.williamslake.cmha.bc.ca. Bingo at the Senior’s Centre every Sat. doors open at 11 am - Bingo at 1 p.m. Garage Sale Lefts? Donate your garage sale lefts to Big Brothers, Big Sisters purple bins located at Safeway, Canadian Tire or Surplus Herbies. Soft Goods only clothing, linens, draperies etc. All donations support local children’s programming. Are you or is someone you know, an adult living with FASD? There is a support group that may help. CO-OP building 4th Ave. S. across from Safeway. Wed. at 4 p.m. Anita at 250-398-4982. WL Chess Club meets 3:00 - 5:00 every Tuesday at the Library. Bring chess board. Legion Meat Draws Every Friday 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. & every Sat. 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. The Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving “The Quality of Life” for all seniors. Seniors organizations, associations, wishing to affiliate, or individuals wishing to become members contact Ernie Bayer @ 604-576-9734 or fax: 604-576-9733 or email ecbayer@shaw.ca.
Anyone interested in starting a Model Airplane & Helicopter Club call Earl 250-297-6446. Spinners, Weavers and Fibre Artists meet Wed. 10 - 2 p.m. and Sat. 10 - 12 noon. @ the Cariboo Arts Center Info. 250-392-2379 or 250-392-2361.
Friday, January 3, 2014 Tribune Weekend Advisor 250-392-5178 or 250-398-7825 for info. BCSS Support for Family and Friends of Mental Illness Community Co-Op. Buildings 4th. Ave. S. (back door) 6-8 p.m. every 3rd. Tuesday. Info call Sue 250-392-5553 or email bcsswl@telus.net. TOPS BC 1286 Mon. 6-8 p.m. at Saint Andrews Church. Claudette 250-398-2093. Canadian Cancer Society @ Seniors Activity Center, 176 N. 4th. Office hours - Mon. to Fri. from 10:30-2:00 p.m. Pamphlets, books, wigs, emergency aid. Call 250-392-3442.
WL Mothers for Recy Support Group. Safe, confidential, grass roots program. Mon. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., lunch provided. For more info contact Janine 250392-1908 or email missjanine@live.com.
WL Parkinson’s support Phyllis 250-392-9472.
NA Meetings 7:30-8:30 p.m. Mon., Wed., & Fri. at Cariboo Friendship 99 3rd S. (around back) Call 1-888-543-2499 for more information.
Canadian Parents for French meet the 1st Mon. of the month at 7:00 p.m. at Marie Sharpe Library. Call Sheila 250-398-7589.
Elks & Royal Purple Bingo - first Sun. of every month. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Bingo starts at 1:00 p.m. Call Gloria 250-392-3497.
The Red Cross Health Equipment Loans Program @ Deni House 250-398-6803. Mon., Wed., Thurs. and Fri. 10-11:30 am, Tues. 1-2:30 p.m. Red Cross will require a referral for all loans. Fax 250398-6843.
The Learning Disabilities Assoc. for students Grades 1 - 12, improve reading and writing skills, we have remedial math programs. Extensive library of resources available for teachers and parents. Upstairs Community Services - 51 4th Ave. S. Email u-canlearn@hotmail.com, Judy at 250303-2354. TOPS BC 4145 meets every Thurs. in the downstairs of the Salvation Army from 9-10:30 am. Everyone Welcome. Phone Ada or Corrinne at 250398-5757 or 250-267-5655. Carpet Bowling every Mon. & Wed. @ 1 p.m. basement of Seniors Activity Center. Adventist Community Services, helping those in need, clothing (adults & children), household items. Seventh Day Church 782 Huston St. 1-4 p.m. Tues. Crib night at the Legion Thurs. at 7 p.m. TOPS BC 3606 Wildwood. Meets Tues. Weigh In, 9:30 a.m. Meeting 10-11 a.m. at the Fire Hall. Dana 250-392-3066 or Christina 250-989-4361. O.A.P.O. meets every 2nd Thurs. of the month @ 2 p.m. in the Seniors Activity Centre, 176 N. 4th Ave. Drop-In Centre of Jubilee Care Society @ WL Clubhouse every Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 48 Oliver St. 250-392-4328 or 250-398-7736. Alzheimer Support Group offers info and support for caregivers. Call 250-392-5337. Al-Anon Family Groups, have you been or are you now being affected by drinking? We can help at Al-Anon. Meetings Tues. 6-7 p.m. @ 175 4th Ave. North and Fri. 10-11 a.m. @ 51A 4th Ave. South. Al-Alnon Family Group helps families and friends of problem drinkers. Visitors are welcome to attend an Al-Anon Family Group meetings 250392-6476 for or 1-888-4AL-ANON during business hours Eastern Time.
Legion Ladies Auxiliary Senior’s lunch is the 3rd Thurs. of each month. Upstairs @ noon.
“Grieving Together” support group for persons experiencing bereavement. Call the Central Cariboo Hospice Palliative Care Society 250-392-5430 Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. If you or someone you know is experiencing an unplanned pregnancy or suffering the pain of a past abortion, there is compassionate, non-judgemental confidential support available. Call 250267-5081 or email rvkamloops@yahoolca. Are you a Senior who needs help with government forms or other issues? Senior Advocate available at Senior’s Activity Center, Tues. 1-3:00 p.m. drop by on Tues. or call 250-392-7946. MADD Canada, Williams Lake Chapter, 327 Oliver Street. Phone 250-267-2809. The W.L. Toastmasters Club meets every Wed., from 7-8 p.m. Sept. to June at the back alley entrance to the Central Interior Services Cooperative Building, 51 South 4th Ave. in WL. Call 250392-5695. Cariboo Piecemakers Quilt Club meets the 1st & 3rd Tues. (Sept. through to May) at 7 p.m. at the Cariboo Arts Centre 90 N. 4th Ave. New members welcome. Contact Rilla @ 250-392-3473. Join the WL Dart League at the Legion. Tuesday’s at 7:30 p.m. Beginners welcome. No minors. Support Group for Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities, meets every 3rd Thurs. at 7 p.m. at CDC 4th Ave. Florence 250-398-7836. WL Pipe Band would like to invite anyone interested in learning to play drums or bagpipes to the basement of the Legion every Tues. at 4:30 p.m. Contact Joe 250-398-7210 or John 250-398-7964. Drop-in Traditional Rug Hooking Classes. Free drop in every Thursday. Call Sharon 250-296-4432 Make from new and recycled fabric.
Elks meet at the Seniors Activity Centre at 12 noon the 1st Tues. of the month & at the Elks Hall the 3rd Tues. of the month @ 7:30 p.m. Guests welcome.
Ostomy Support Group meets 1st Wed. of every month 7 p.m. @ 280D Mackenzie Ave. (enter at back). Yvonne 250-398-2354 or yhauk@shaw.ca
Try Square Dancing. To register 250-392-3910.
Join the ARMY Cadets today! If you are 12-18 years old and looking for a new adventure come by 385 Barnard Street (lower hall of the Legion) on Wed. 6:15-9 p.m. 250-305-1299.
Ladies of the Royal Purple meet 2nd & 4th Thurs. @ Elks Hall 12:00 p.m. Guests welcome. Over Eaters Anonymous meets Tues. at 5:30 p.m. at Board Room a Deni House next to the Hospital. Dina 778-412-3295 or Peggy 250-392-5398. Mood Disorder support group meetings are held 2nd & 4th Thurs. of each month 7:30-8:30 p.m. Info call Ben 250-392-9755. South Cariboo Labour Council meets 2nd Wed. of each month@ IWA Office @ 7 p.m. W.L. Walking Group meets @ Pool, and/or Seniors Activity Centre. Mon., Wed, & Fri. @ 9 a.m.
Seniors Village is looking for Volunteers to help with their programs. Call 250-305-3314. Women’s Contact Society FREE early childhood activities. For info. 250-392-4118. Divorced? Separated? Divorce Care is a weekly seminar and support group . Tues., 6:45-8:30 p.m. at Youth For Christ “Hot Spot” 289 N. 3rd Ave. Meeting in conference room back of “Flavours”. Jim or Terry 250-398-9180 or Calvary Church 250-392-5324.
WL ACME meets 1st Wed. of every month @ 4 p.m. @ 51-D 4th Ave. Info 250-392-1906.
Abrahams Lodge & Care Society, 505 Wotzke Drive meet the last Thurs. of each month @ 4 p.m. 250-398-3307 or Fax 250-398-3304 .
Cariboo Memorial Hospital Auxiliary meets the 2nd. Wed. of the month @ 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room at Deni House. New members welcome. 250-392-5178. Grief & Loss support group meets every 2nd & 4th Tues. at 10:30 a.m. at the Senior’s Centre. Info call
Come and have fun learning about your ancestors and the history of the Cariboo and Chilcotin with the Cariboo-Chilcotin Genealogy Group on the Second Mon. of the month - 10 am at 3039 Edwards Drive (Glendale) For info. call Phyllis at 250-392-7492 or Howard at 250-392-1813.
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Sept. 13, 2013 Hooker desperate to stop logging plans
Putting pen to paper is not generally Bee Hooker’s style. Normally the Big Lake logger is busy working at a new Imperial Metals mine site near Dease Lake. But these days when he is home, however, he’s part of a working group that’s been keeping tabs on a proposed community forest by the city of Williams Lake and the Williams Lake Indian Band that would involve land near the communities of Big Lake, Horsefly, Miocene and Pine Valley. “They submitted their final application to the Ministry of Forests on Aug. 22 so we had a meeting last Sunday and I was really choked no representatives were there from the city or the band,” Hooker said Monday. Hooker is opposed to the venture, which he says does not partner with rural communities.
Sept. 18, 2013 Rash of auto thefts impacts lakecity
Two adult males are free and awaiting court dates, after being arrested Monday for allegedly stealing a customer’s 2001 Dodge pickup truck from the Gustafson’s Chrysler dealership and crashing it into the Sheep Creek bridge. “They aren’t prolific offenders, but are known to police,” said Williams Lake RCMP Insp. Warren Brown. Due to the number of recent stolen vehicles, the detachment is increasing the number of road checks and patrols in targeted locations in order to locate and recover stolen vehicles and to hopefully, deter more thefts, Brown said.
Sept. 18, 2013 School bus route adds insult to injury
Many South Lakeside parents say they’re getting the run-around from School District 27 with their current bussing situation. “It’s just one thing after another,” said unhappy parent Linda Waterfall.
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Family nurse practitioner Sandi Lachapelle, TRU North nursing program coordinator Rhonda McCreight and fourth year nursing student Michelle Young were thrilled to announce the opening of the TRU Health Centre at the Williams Lake campus. “First it was the school closure (of Kwaleen) and now this.” Waterfall, and many other parents in the area, are concerned about bussing times for their young children, which have resulted in students arriving to their newly assigned Chilcotin Road School a full 45 minutes before school starts, and often even before supervisors are on-site. SD 27 superintendent Mark Thiessen said he sympathizes with the early bus pick up, but is not committing to adding another bus to the route just yet.
Sept. 20, 2013 TRU North to open public health unit
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) North and Interior Health are opening the first health center of its kind in B.C., right here in Williams Lake, where students and the general public can access a full-time family nurse practitioner for many of their health care needs. For the women who helped make the clinic possible, it’s a dream come true. For the community, it will mean greater access to the health care system and possibly less time waiting for help at the ER. “We are very excited about this,” says Rhonda McCreight, nursing program coordinator at TRU. “There is no other university setting with this type of clinic in the province, maybe even the country.
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Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett joined more than 600 guests at Gibraltar Mine, north of Williams Lake, to celebrate the successful completion of its new mill and the hiring of 150 additional workers Sept. 19. The addition of the new employees makes Gibraltar one of the largest employers in the Cariboo. The mine, operated by Taseko Mines Limited, just completed the recent $325-million development, which included the new facility and addition to its mining fleet. The new mill is a 30,000-ton-per-day, standalone facility that enhances operating flexibility and reliability.
Sept. 25, 2013 First Nations blockade forestry
Tolko and West Fraser logging operations west of Williams Lake have been stopped by groups of protesting Tsilhqot’in First Nations. Tolko woodlands manager of harvesting Jerry Mooney said as many as 55 of one of its contractor’s employees are being affected by the action of one of the blockades, set up Monday, ironically at the start of National Forest Week.
Sept. 25, 2013 Cariboo woodlot owner wins two awards
Cariboo woodlot owner Rod Krimmer has received two awards. Krimmer was awarded
the $2,500 Minister’s Award for Innovation and Excellence in Woodlot Management, along with a separate $2,500 regional award for his work in B.C.’s southern Interior. “I was aware of the regional award because it recognized that I’ve been with the Cariboo Woodlot Association for 18 years and recently moved to Hagensborg,” Krimmer said Tuesday in Williams Lake. The minister’s award, however, was a complete surprise and a “huge honour,” he added.
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Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure showcased an impressive plan this week to upgrade Highway 97 just south of town, with two new overpasses and six more kilometres of four-laning. Local residents expected to be impacted by the estimated $30 million project turned out to an open house Tuesday evening at the Tourism Discovery Centre. “It’s all about increasing mobility through the corridor,” said Todd Hubner, district manager. “We want to improve safety and improve mobility.” The functional design displayed at the open house indicated the project will begin where the 150 Mile House fourlaning project left off, just south of the Williams Lake Indian Band community of Sugar Cane. From that starting point, the highway will be widened and realigned to eliminate two sharp corners with a single flatter curve near Mission Road where there have been multiple accidents in the existing corners, including a single-vehicle fatality in recent weeks which claimed the life of a Lac La Hache man.
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Sept. 27, 2013 City council makes room for backyard bees and hens
Williams Lake city council has given the green light for backyard bees and hens in certain residential zones within city limits, but not without setting some strict guideline bylaws in place. During a public hearing held Tuesday at city hall, council heard arguments for and against four bylaws it later approved. City planning technician Chris Hutton said the city will go ahead with a controlled rollout for hens and bees, effective Jan. 1, 2014. The regulations being introduced are some of the tighter than any other municipality, he added.
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Oct: Residential school survivor inspires Orange Shirt Day Oct. 2, 2013 Orange shirt day: Inspiring the next generation
A sea of orange filled Boitanio Park as hundreds of people gathered in Williams Lake Monday morning to mark the first-ever Orange Shirt Day, honouring residential school survivors and those who did not survive. “There was a photograph of a body builder from Italy wearing an orange shirt today on our Facebook page,” said Phyllis Webstad. She’s the Canoe Creek band member whose story about having her brand new orange shirt taken away when she arrived at the St. Joseph’s Mission Residential School at the age of six years old inspired the creation of Orange Shirt Day. Standing with her mother, father, grandfather and aunt, Webstad said every child matters, even if they are an adult. “At the Truth and Reconciliation event in Vancouver I learned reconciliation is not just for First Nations and white people,” Webstad said. “It’s all of Canada, including the Jewish, Japanese and Chinese. We all need to be a part of reconciliation.”
Oct. 4, 2013 RCMP search for missing Quesnel woman
Quesnel RCMP are trying to locate Caitlin Murray of Quesnel. Murray, 21, was last seen on September 30 on video surveillance at approximately 12:45 a.m., parking her car near the Fraser Bridge Hotel in West Quesnel, RCMP said in a press release Tuesday. “Family and friends are worried about her well-being and are unable to locate her,” north district media relations said. “ Quesnel RCMP have searched the immediate area including the foot bridge, the Fraser River and surrounding parks.”
Oct. 9, 2013 CRD look to RCMP for input on legal grow-ops
Williams Lake RCMP Insp. Warren Brown sees a legitimate need for medical marijuana, but warns marijuana grow-ops are the jet fuel for organized
Canoe Creek band member Phyllis Webstad and National Chief Shawn Atleo show off their colours at Orange Shirt Day last fall. crime. “It’s been our observation that regardless of what colour the elephant is, organized crime is nearby,” Brown told the Cariboo Regional District board Friday. During recent months, the CRD board has been debating whether to rezone area to accomodate the changing legislation around medical marijuana grow-ops. On Friday the board invited Brown to aid in the discussion.
Oct. 11, 2013 Scout Island receives hydro makeover
BC Hydro crews were busy Thursday putting the finishing touches on an ambitious improvement project at Scout Island aimed at saving birds and increasing power reliability. “This project has been in the works for a while now and we’re excited to see it through to completion,” said BC Hydro design technician work leader Andrew Hasselaar. Hasselaar said the reason for the project is three-fold; beautification, elimination of bird mortality due to the overhead power lines and increased power reliability. “We’re looking for a system that runs itself and has little impact to the environment. That’s our goal.” The new system will see four poles and overhead power lines replaced with 1,800 linear metres of underground duct.
Oct 16, 2013 Gentles ordered to stand trial
Martin Gentles has been ordered to stand trial in B.C. Supreme Court, Crown spokesperson Neil MacKenzie said. An arrangement hearing is scheduled for Nov. 18 to set the dates of the trial.
Gentles is charged with dangerous driving causing death, dangerous driving causing bodily harm, impaired driving causing death, causing an accident resulting in death, impaired driving causing bodily harm, causing an accident resulting in bodily harm, and failure to stop at the scene of an accident. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on April 22, 2012 on Carson Drive in Williams Lake where Rayel MacDonald was killed and her friend Alysha Mullet was seriously injured. The order comes after a three-day preliminary inquiry, held in Williams Lake Provincial Court between Oct. 7 to Oct. 9, where several witnesses, including both RCMP and civilian, were interviewed by Crown and defence counsels in front of presiding Justice Victor Galbraith. At the onset of the trial, a publication ban was put in place. While Gentles has not entered a plea, he has selected to be tried by judge alone, MacKenzie said. Update: The trial will take place in Supreme Court beginning Nov. 24, 2014, with 18 days set aside, spread out over several weeks.
Oct. 16, 2013 Resident advocates for blanket hunting ban
Doug Hamm of Williams Lake doesn’t agree with the recent attempt by Yunesit’in (Stone) First Nations to ban the legal limited entry hunt for moose in the Chilcotin. Hamm, who has been a moose hunter for more than 40 years, said he’s angered by the two sets of hunting rules for First Nations and non-First Nations and blames the
government for the situation. “We should all have to buy a hunting license, buy a tag, and adhere by the same rules,” Hamm said. “Do you know what would happen if you called and said you thought Doug Hamm shot a cow moose? Those guys would be up at my property, tearing my freezer apart ... I’d be hung out to dry.” Hamm prides himself on being an ethical and legal hunter and in fact believes a 100 per cent ban on moose hunting in the area is needed to recover the population. “I love moose hunting, my whole family loves moose hunting, but there shouldn’t be any allowed in the Cariboo because we are virtually losing our moose in the Cariboo area.”
Oct. 18, 2013 Fisheries worker honoured for saving man from river
Three men who rescued a fishing guide from the Quesnel River on Sept. 20 have been recog-
nized for bravery by the deputy minister of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Northern Shuswap Tribal Council fisheries technician Andrew Mishue is one of the men, but said the rescue was all about “being in the right place at the right time.” Mishue and Shane Kalyn, a technician from DFO, were out flying with Highland Helicopters pilot Steve Goodliffe to do a routine Chinook count on the Quesnel River. “We landed on a sandbar to take off the front door and take the water temperature when we learned there was a guy in the river,” Mishue said Wednesday before he formally accepted the award. Earlier that morning a fishing guide from Northern Lights Fishing Lodge in Likely had beached a jet boat on the same sandbar, which is located downstream from Quesnel Forks. When the wind picked up, the boat went with it. As the helicopter landed on the sandbar, an angler from Gabriolo Island ran up and said the guide had gone into the water hoping to retrieve the boat. He had been in the water almost half an hour and was running into trouble, the angler told them.
ing a bridge fire at the 900 Logging Road near Alexis Creek. Last Thursday, Oct. 17, RCMP were advised of the fire on the bridge that meets at the junction of the Taseko Lake Road and Yunesit’in (Stone) Reserve, said Sgt. Mike Hacker of the Alexis Creek detachment Monday. The fire occurred around 7 p.m., he added. Officers are attempting to determine the cause of the fire and while the bridge remains intact, traffic is unable to cross the bridge at this time. “The main damage was primarily from heat,” Hacker said. “Any logging companies and motoring public are asked to remain clear of the area while the investigation continues.”
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Names of the Lake City Secondary School campuses were changed back to their former names after considerable debate by school trustees Tuesday evening. The Western Campus name will be changed to Columneetza Campus reflecting the school’s former name as a secondary school. The Carson Campus will become the Williams Lake Campus in keeping with that school’s former secondary school name. The trustees made the decision after a lengthy debate on Roberts Rules of Order surrounding the bylaw that set up the first name change back in May. Since then the trustees have been lobbied by the public to change the campus names back to their historical names.
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Land Title Express leaves Williams Lake
As the morning sky began to emerge in Williams Lake early Wednesday people gathered in Boitanio Park for a traditional send off of the Indigenous Land Title Express. The bus, carrying youth, elders and community leaders, will travel from Williams Lake to Ottawa, making stops in every province, and will arrive in time to take in the Nov. 7 historic appeal of the Tsilhqot’in Nation’s Aboriginal Title Case being heard at the Supreme Court of Canada. “It’s a nervous but exciting time,” said Tl’etinqox’t’in (Anaham) Chief Joe Alphonse before the express bus departed. Litigation began more than 20 years ago for the Tsilhqo’tin people’s Aboriginal rights to hunt, trap and trade throughout the entire claim area, including the right to capture and use wild horses. Some of the elders who testified then are making the journey this time. Others are along in spirit because they have passed on, Xeni Gwet’in (Nemiah Valley) Roger William said.
Nov. 6, 2013 New Prosperity Mine report released
The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency Panel has released its final report for Taseko’s proposed New Prosperity GoldCopper Mine west of Williams Lake. While the panel makes no recommendations as to whether or not the project should proceed and said the final decision will be up to the federal government, the panel said the project would result in adverse environmental effects. “The key ones being on water quality of Fish Lake, on fish habitat in Fish Lake, on current use of the lands and resources for traditional purposes of some Aboriginal groups, and on their cultural heritage,” the panel noted in its executive summary. The panel also concluded the mine project would impact South Chilcotin grizzly popula-
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Nov. 8, 2013 Memories of Second World War pilot
Frank Burgess of Williams Lake said the Distinguished Flying Cross he received in 1943 was because he was very lucky. Reflecting on his experiences as a Second World War pilot the Wednesday before Remembrance Day, the 93-year-old said he lost so many friends in the war. “I had only been with the Royal Air Force Squadron 61 Group 5 Bomber Squad about one week when I realized it was a hopeless case,” he recalled. Fetching his treasured pilot’s log book from a bookshelf in his living room, Burgess turned to an entry he made on Dec. 16, 1943. That’s the day that resulted in his DFC medal. “I was a pilot in charge of an aircraft detailed to attack Berlin,” he recalled. “I got the award because I carried on when I could have turned back.”
Nov. 8, 2013 Rural crime rash prompts response
A continued rash of property crimes in and around Alexis Creek has provoked residents to form a Citizens on Patrol program. “We had about 25 people out to a meeting here last night,” said Alexis Creek Sgt. Michael Hacker Wednesday. “It was the third meeting we’ve had. We’re still in the organizing phase.” Hacker said there has been an increase in stolen
vehicles, break-and-enters and property crime in the area due to offenders between Williams Lake and Alexis Creek returning to their respective communities to commit crime. “Those particular offences are most visible to the public,” Hacker said. “Other types of crime generally don’t have the same kind of impact that property crime does.” Most of the thieves, if they are prolific offenders, are pretty good at what they do and hard to attach to the crimes they commit, he said, making it a challenge for policing success. “When we do make an arrest we’re usually able to make a big difference because it’s one person or FIR
just a few who are responsible for 90 per cent of the property crime.”
Nov. 13, 2013 Gun shots fired into lakecity home
An early morning report of gun shots on Remembrance Day in Williams Lake that has led to the arrest of two men with several outstanding warrants was not a random act, said Williams Lake RCMP Insp. Warren Brown. At approximately 4 a.m. on Nov. 11 police responded to a report of gun shots in the area of Carson Drive and Fifth Avenue, located about four blocks from the city’s downtown. See more NOV. Page A16
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Continued From Page A15 When police arrived they determined someone had fired a gun more than once at a house in this location. “Police discovered illicit drugs and weapons inside the house along with the two individuals who had several outstanding warrants for their arrest,” Brown said. Police believe the gun shots were fired from a vehicle.
Nov. 13, 2013 Philippine typhoon disaster hits close to
While she has stopped watching the news about Typhoon Haiyan because it is heartbreaking, a Filipino woman living in Williams Lake is hoping fellow Filipinos and other Canadians will reach into their pockets to help the Philippines. “When you see our map it is some cities scattered and surrounded by bodies of water,” Marita Santos said. “We are one of the countries located in the Ring of Fire and have on average, 23 cyclones a year, but not all of them
are destructive.” On Monday Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada reported that thousands of lives are feared to have been lost, with a large number of injuries and destruction of property because of the Typhoon Haiyan. “A p p r o x i m a t e l y 9.5 million people are reportedly affected, and although needs assessments are ongoing, humanitarian needs will be substantial,” the FATDC website noted.
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The city of Williams Lake has cancelled the boil water advisory it issued late Friday, after several samples have come back negative for E. Coli bacteria. The advisory went into effect Friday after a sample tested positive for a single E. Coli bacteria. Areas included in the boil advisory were at the west side booster station, located near Terra Ridge and included homes near the golf course, Westridge, Hodgson
Nov. 20, 2013 Record snowfall hits city
Williams Lake has never seen more snow fall in a 24-hour period than it did last Friday between Nov. 15 and Nov. 16. — at least since Environment Canada started recording snowfall back in 1961. “You were the top of the list as the winter storm’s centre went right through Williams Lake,” Environment Canada meteorologist Doug Lundquist said Tuesday.
The Williams Lake Airport received 51 cm, with the next highest being the Coquihalla Summit where they received 35 cm, and Allison Pass which received 32 cm. Transit buses were cancelled on Friday because of the snow and all flights into the airport were unable to land, because of a low visibility ceiling.
Nov. 27, 2013 City civil suit postponed The civil trial between
Don DeGagne and the City of Williams Lake slated to begin today (Monday) has been postponed until some time in the new year, Williams Lake Mayor Kerry Cook confirmed Monday. The trial was slated to start (today) Nov. 25 in B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver, and was expected to last four days. Originally DeGagne was to begin working as the city’s chief administrative officer on Mar. 1, but was told a few days before the start date the city would not be hiring him.
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Marriage for Life? What is the secret of a solid and holy marriage? For myself, freely choosing to live a celibate life, I am probably the wrong person to give advice; however, I will throw in my two bits. Scenario case: a boy is brought up in a selfish way and meets a girl, who also, likewise, is brought up in a self-focused world, and they get married, and it falls apart. Perhaps, even before the marriage began, it was already doomed. Imagine a person of 25 years of me, I, me – marrying another 25 year old self-centered person: Are they going to change over night? Probably not. The marriage is going to need a lot of undoing and self-changing before it can even begin. Scenario of self-change: Imagine a husband coming home after a hard day’s work. He is thinking, “When I get home, I am going to throw myself on the couch, grab a beer (which he perhaps expects his wife will provide for him), and watch television”. Stop! Let’s rewind this scenario case with a different approach. The husband is coming home after a hard day’s work. He is thinking, “My wife has probably had a hard day today, so when I get home, I will make sure that she is able to sit in the couch, I will give her a shoulder massage, and I will say,
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BY Father Derrick “Dear, let me get you a beer” (and refills when necessary). See any difference? A movie that portrays this selfchange within marriage is seen in Fireproof. During this movie, man and woman are married, and they both want to change each other, they fight, and eventually, they are ready for divorce. Just before he signs the paper, he holds off. He starts to change himself. And when she sees him change, she starts to….(guess how it ends?). Before we can change anyone else, we need to change ourselves first.
We also need to prepare our children for marriage (or a life of service in a different way) from a very young age. We need to teach them sacrifice, give them chores to do, and self-denial. Delayed gratification is another good one: Little Johnny wants a chocolate bar, well, if he is really hungry, then give him a carrot stick, but if he can wait, then the chocolate bar. Johnny wants a pop, well, he can have water now, or if he waits he can have pop. Is it worth the wait? Can the gift of sex wait till marriage? Imagine this: Both husband and wife trying to out-do each other in service? Self-sacrifice and vicious competition to wash the other’s feet, to lay down one’s own life for the other, and trying to improve each day. Oh! How beautiful marriage can be! All this has to be seen in the context of God being the “bond” that keeps the two together. From the Gospel of Matthew (19) referring to the creation account in Genesis:“For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh? 6 So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
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Williams Lake rugby teams swept their own Stampede tournament in 2013, for the first time in their 33-year history.
2013: Rustlers make club history with sweep July 4, 2013 Lakecity teams sweep Stampede rugby
History was made Sunday at the Williams Lake Stampede Rugby Tournament when Williams Lake teams, for the first time in the event’s 33-year existence, swept all of the tournament’s divisions. For the Williams Lake Rustlers men’s side the tournament win signalled the end of a 30-year drought — they first won it in 1983 — and also the club’s second championship buckle in its storied history. The Williams Lake Hustlers ladies’ squad also etched its name on the division’s championship trophy for the fourth consecutive time — a feat never before accomplished at the tournament. And, in the 40-plus Old Boys Division, Williams Lake survived a brutally physical matchup against Abbotsford to win 10-5 and take the championship.
July 11, 2013 Prospects battle to bronze
It was with heavy hearts that the Williams Lake Prospects — an under-16 minor fastball team — travelled to Clearwater last week for the B.C. Provincial Boys Fastball Championships. The day prior to the tournament one of the team’s coaches from 100 Mile House died suddenly. His son, who plays for the Prospects, decided he still wanted to play, and his teammates were right there to back him up. The Prospects went on to not only play in the tournament, but overcame adversity to bring home a bronze medal. In honour of their coach both the Williams Lake and the 100 Mile House players wore red ribbons throughout the four-day tournament, which ran from July 4 to 7 featuring seven teams includ-
Chad Braaten and Matt Armes earned their spots at the 2013 Canadian High School Rodeo Finals.
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July 11, 2013 The best in the province
The U16 Williams Lake Girls Storm, for at least the next 365 days, can call themselves the best in the province. The girls outshone seven other teams from around B.C., winning the final in spectacular fashion, to become the Girls Provincial ‘B’ Cup champions at the Inter-River Park in North Vancouver last week. “This group of girls has been together for two years, and we have always had this goal in the back of our minds,” said Storm coach Nick Iachetta. “This win is a testament to their dedication and hard work, and is a sign of things to come for Williams Lake.”
Aug. 20, 2013 Duo rides to top spots at Canadians
There aren’t many in the area who can lay claim to the title of Canadian High School Rodeo Finals champion. Ryan Jasper did it in bull riding in 2011 and, years back, brothers Ian Pare (bareback riding, 1999) and Rease Pare (steer wrestling, 2003), Keely Durrell (breakaway roping, 2003) and Willee Twan (team roping, 1998) achieved the same goal. This year, however, 150 Mile House’s Chad Braaten earned the accolade at the event, hosted in Nanton, Alta. from July 25-27. And, it came in what he called possibly his most unexpected event — boys’ cutting.
“I hadn’t really expected to do that well, especially in the boys’ cutting,” Braaten said. “If I thought I was going to do well in anything it would have been team roping, which ended up being my worst.” Both Braaten and local Matt Armes earned their spots at the Canadian High School Rodeo Finals and the National High School Rodeo Finals in Rock Springs, WY., July 14-21 through posting consistently strong performances throughout their high school rodeo season.
Aug. 13, 2013 Riders put talent on display
Rounds 14 and 15 of the B.C. Motocross Association Championship Series were in Williams Lake Aug. 10-11, and Williams Lake riders were at the forefront for much of the weekend. The two-day event, which continues Sept. 14-15 in Williams Lake with rounds 15 and 16, featured more than 300 entries showcasing riders ages four to 50-plus from around the province. Williams Lake pro rider Brock Hoyer also hosted a riding clinic for several youth Saturday night at the track. “We saw loads of great, natural talent,” said Tammy Deausy, treasurer with the event-host Williams Lake Dirt Riders Association. “It was an amazing race weekend.” The BCMA Championship Series works on a points system based on two races per event each day. Each rider’s points are then tallied after each day to award an overall
winner in each class.
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Steleoff, Campsall, defend national archery titles
Two Williams Lake archers successfully defended their titles Aug. 2-10 at the Canadian 3D Archery Championships in Woodstock, NB. Fred Streleoff, now a twotime national champion in the men’s instinctive recurve class, and Al Campsall, now a 10-time national champion in the men’s compound division, both fought through incessant downpour through most of the competition to repeat as Canadian champions. In October both Campsall and Streleoff will travel to Sassari, Italy to compete as members of Team Canada at the 2013 World 3D Archery Championships. Campsall is representing Canada in the compound men’s division. Streleoff will shoot in the instinctive men’s recurve division.
Canadian Waterskiing Championships in Abbotsford. At nationals Conley skied in both the Men’s Open division in tricks and in the Boys 3 division in slalom, trick and jump. Conley qualified to ski in the men’s open trick division, open to all ages of competitors, based on his scores from throughout the season. Additionally, Conley was named to the Canadian under-17 team for the Can Am Challenge in St. Louis over the September long weekend. Conley has attended the competition as a junior the last three years, but said he is extremely happy to be chosen for the under-17 team.
Aug. 20, 2013 Pinettes ski to Canadian gold
Williams Lake was well represented last week at the Canadian National Waterskiing Championships in Calgary. The father, son duo of Williams Lake’s Parnell and Conley Pinette both skied away from the event as national champions. Just one week prior, Aug. 3-4, Conley, 13, won all three of his events — slalom, trick and jump — at the Western
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2013: Hoyer makes top ten in Canada Aug. 20, 2013 Hoyer races to eighth overall at motocross nationals Williams Lake pro motocross rider Brock Hoyer will be slapping a No. 8 on the front of his Yamaha to kick off next year’s race season. That’s because the 26-year-old Williams Lake native finished eighth overall at the Monster Energy Motocross Nationals, which wrapped up Sunday at the Walton Raceway in Walton, Ont. “That was my goal going out when I started the series, to finish top 10 and come home with a single-digit number,” Hoyer said. “It’s pretty sweet to be ranked in the top 10 best in Canada. There are even four or five Americans in our top 10.” The Monster Energy Motocross Nationals consisted of a series of nine races beginning
in June spanning from Western to Eastern Canada. The series started in the west with races in Nanaimo and Kamloops, followed by events shifting east to Calgary, Edmonton, Courtland, Ont., Richmond, Ont., Deschambault, Que. and Moncton, N.B. This year’s Monster
Brock Hoyer races to eighth place at the motocross nationals in August.
Energy Motocross Nationals marked the sixth kick at the can for Hoyer who, in past years, had decided to not continue on with the eastern races of the series. It was his best overall result since turning pro.
Aug. 22, 2013 William crowned King of the Hill There’s a new king atop the mountain horse racing world. Roger William, on Sunday at the Redstone Rodeo, amassed enough points to defend his title from last year and be crowned the first ever King of the Hill mountain racing champion. “It worked out again,” William said with a chuckle. William won this year’s overall title at the Williams Lake Stampede mountain race and parlayed that with another win at the Nemiah Valley Rodeo before racing Saturday
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Roger William wins the Nemiah Mountain Race,. and Sunday last weekend to finish off the three-race series.
Aug. 27, 2013 Lakers sail to slo-pitch league championship The Williams Lake Lakers performed what, up until Sunday, had not been achieved
during this year’s Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League season. The Lakers beat the Williams Lake Rowdies, 15-11, along with capturing the Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League Year End Tournament ‘A’ division championship and handing the Rowdies their first loss of the season. The win came on the heels of a blockbuster tilt earlier in the day that saw the Rowdies hang on for a 19-18 victory in the quarterfinal. As a result, the Lakers battled past the Rookies to earn their final berth through the back side of the draw. Kyler Hunik (2 HR) and Paul Grinder (1 HR) both had hot bats for the Lakers in the final. The Lakers marched out to an early 6-0 lead and held on for the duration. The Rowdies tied the contest at 7-7 in the fourth inning before the Lakers scored five runs in the fifth to run away with the contest.
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2013: Boxer brings home Maritime title Four Williams Lake Youth Soccer Association rep teams returned from Chilliwack with medals around their necks. The Williams Lake Storm under-14 girls team and the Williams Lake Storm under-16 boys teams both marched away from the tournament with gold medals. The Williams Lake Storm under-17 girls team and the Williams Lake Storm under-11 girls teams both won silver medals. The tournament took place Aug. 22-25 and comes on the heels of the Provincials 6 championships just weeks prior.
Sept. 18, 2013 Two Williams Lake players named to Cariboo Cougars The Cariboo Cougars of the B.C. Major Midget Hockey League have finalized its roster for the 2013/14 season. And after two very competitive training camps and four exhibition games 20 young men from Northern B.C. — including two from Williams Lake — have made the Cariboo Cougars. Williams Lake minor hockey products Chase Dubois and Colton Thomas were among those selected for the Cougars. The duo both played their 2012/13 seasons as members of the Williams Lake Bantam Rep Timberwolves, helping lead their club to a provincial championship berth.
Sept. 20, 2013 Williams Lake wins Ryder Cup
The Ryder Cup — a battle between four golf teams representing their respective northern B.C. cities and towns — had, up until Sunday, never been won by a visiting team. A group of 12 Williams Lake Golf and Tennis Club members changed all that, marching into the 108 Resort and Golf Links on the weekend to snatch the title away from the host team, and the Aberdeen Glen (Prince George)
Campsall is a 10time Canadian national champion in his event, while Streleoff, this year, picked up his second national title at the competition.
came the first man from a Native Reserve to appear in the National Hockey League,” the Giants said in a release. The Giants wore the jerseys as part of the kick off to Vancouver’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission Sept. 18-21, which held hearings Wednesday to Saturday at the Pacific Coliseum, the home of the Giants.
Sept. 4, 2013 Storm soccer teams medal in Chilliwack
Boxer Stuar t McClellan wins the Maritime title this year. and Quesnel Golf Club teams. The Williams Lake team was made up of McGibbon, Day, Siegmueller, Cody Wells, Evan McDonald, Jim Rolston, Chris Durrant, Scott Zimonick, Chris Hicks, John Pickard, Ernie Manchur and Harvey Lammi. Golfers each played three head-to-head rounds versus the opposing team members worth three points toward an overall score.
Sept. 25, 2013 Historic Braves honoured by WHL’s Giants
The historic Alkali Braves hockey club was recently honoured by the Western Hockey League’s Vancouver Giants. The Giants, hosting the Victoria Royals in its season opener, donned a newly-designed Braves’ tribute jersey in recognition of the contributions made to the game by one of the province’s original First Nations hockey teams. The sweater, featuring a lazy cross on the crest, is the brand of the Alkali Lake Ranch where many of the hockey players on the Braves’ team worked. The Alkali Braves, led by Alec Antoine (known as Sylista), won a B.C. Northern League title in 1931, earning them the chance to play against the powerhouse Vancouver Commercials later that year. “The courage the Alkali Lake Braves displayed paved the way for players like Fred Sasakamoose, who be-
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Sept. 27, 2013 Boxer brings home Maritime title
After battling to victory through one of the toughest fights in his career, local boxer Stuart McLellan is back home in Williams Lake with a new title, an impressive belt and the scars to prove it. “It was a very tough fight,” said Stuart, who was back in training Tuesday evening at the Williams Lake Boxing Club. “I think it was the toughest fight and probably the dirtiest fight I’ve ever fought.” Stuart, 26, won the middleweight match-up and the Maritime Title at the Halifax Forum in Halifax, N.S. Sept. 21 by unanimous decision (99-91, 96-94 and 9991) following 10 gruelling rounds. The fighter hopes to get a few more bouts under his belt after that before taking on his next challenge — possibly a North American title.
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Two Williams Lake archers fired impressive results at the 2013 World 3D Archery Championships in Sassari, Italy earlier this month. Fred Streleoff and Al Campsall, both members of the local Cariboo Archers, represented Team Canada at the event after finishing first in their respective classes at the Canadian 3D Archery Championships Aug. 2-10 in Woodstock, NB. Streleoff, competing in his first world championships, finished fifth overall — narrowly missing the podium — in the Instinctive Recurve category. Campsall, at his second world championships, finished 30th in the competitive Compound category — one place better than his last result at the world championships two years ago in Austria.
They couldn’t have gone out any better way. Playing in their final match in PACWEST, the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack women’s soccer team captured their third straight league title. TRU sweeper, 150 Mile House fourth-year player Laura Smylie, was named the Playoff MVP. The WolfPack downed the Quest Kermodes 1-0 at Mariner Field in Nanaimo on Sunday. It was the first time in three years TRU won the gold medal in regulation time. Smylie, meanwhile, had a hat trick in the team’s semifinal victory over Langara on Saturday. “Laura looked puzzled when they announced her name,” the TRU coach laughed. “I think she thought they read out the wrong name. But she was so consistent all weekend and came up with the big kicks when we needed them.” With the PACWEST title victory TRU ran its overall 2013 record to 15 wins and two ties. They have won their last six matches in a row.
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2013: Ilnicki plays with Team Canada Nov. 1, 2013 Ilnicki, Team Canada, set for international tour
Riske Creek’s Jake Ilnicki is soaking it all in right now. The 21-year-old rugby standout and Williams Lake secondary graduate is in Toronto this week preparing to suit up for the Canadian men’s 15s squad this Sunday, Nov. 3, against the New Zealand Maori All Blacks in front of 16,000 spectators and a nationally televised audience at BMO Field. The match against New Zealand kicks off a four-game tour that will take the Canadian side to Georgia, Romania and Portugal for international rugby competition. For Ilnicki the tour represents the results of many years of hard work. He’s climbed the ranks from Williams Lake, to the University of Victoria Vikings, to the New Zealand College Rifles Rugby Football Club, to the under-20 Canadian national team in April of 2012. Ilnicki’s current club then brought him back to New Zealand as a member of the Auckland Colts. Most recently Ilnicki played three games as a member of Canada’s Americas Rugby Championship (ARC) club featuring teams from the U.S., Argentina
and Uruguay. “This means a lot to me,” Ilincki said. “I guess all my hard work’s kind of shown and now I’ve just got to get out there on the field and put it all out there into the game. I’ve been training hard and I’m just excited to get out there on the field playing with some of the top players in the world.”
Nov. 6, 2013 Williams Lake to host 2014 Coy Cup
Williams Lake will play host the 2014 Coy Cup Senior Male AA Coy Cup provincial hockey championship. BC Hockey made the announcement late October the Williams Lake Stampeders had been chosen as the host team for this year’s tournament. The championships will be held March 14 at the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex. “As the defending champions we are very excited to bring this calibre of hockey to Williams Lake,” said Karen Gertzen, host committee member and director with the Williams Lake Stampeders. “We know our fans and supporters will welcome all the visiting teams and their families to our great community and we promise a firstrate tournament.”
Nov. 6, 2013 Ilnicki, Moleschi, count in Team Canada rugby tours
Jake Ilnicki, 21, made his debut with the Team Canada rugby team this year.
of Falcons’ history with such a positive outcome,” said co-coach Brigette Peel, who is leading the team alongside Raj Lalli as both Columneetza and Williams Lake teams from last year have consolidated. “The team is ready for the season ahead and looks to be creating a very competitive squad.” Seven teams took part in the invitational tournament. The championship match saw Lake City take on Burns Lake, with Weber potting 18 points to lead the Falcons to a 55-23 tournament victory. Kaylee Dueck added 10 points in the winning effort, and was named player of the game.
Williams Lake’s Jake Ilnicki and Kayla Moleschi were both in action this week in international rugby competition. Ilnicki, 21, and the Canadian men’s 15s side began a four-game tour Sunday in Toronto against one of the top nations in the world, the New Zealand Maori All Blacks. In tough in front of 22,566 passionate fans at BMO Field the Canadians fell 40-15 in a solid effort. Ilnicki, who was making his debut for Team Canada in the tighthead prop position, played the better part of the second half in the game. Meanwhile the Canadian women’s 15s side, without Moleschi, opened their November tour with a 27-19 loss to
Harpreet Randhawa joins the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds team France Saturday in Pontarlier. Moleschi, a member of Canada’s women’s seven-a-side roster, made her debut for Canada’s 15-a-side team in the tournament on Tuesday, replacing Stephanie Bernier in the scrum-half position and helping Canada to its first win of the tournament, 11-6, over France in a rematch.
Nov. 8, 2013 Randhawa joins UBC Thunderbirds
The University of British Columbia Thunderbirds men’s basketball team now has a Cougar among its ranks. Williams Lake’s Harpreet Randhawa, 21, a Columneetza secondary graduate and standout player for the Cougars throughout his high school career, was recently named to the UBC Thunderbirds men’s basketball team roster. The six-foot-eight forward played his last two seasons as a member of the Douglas College Royals, following a one-year stint with the Kwantlen Eagles — both members of the Pacific Western Athletic Association (PACWEST).
Nov. 15, 2013 Falcons soar to silver medal at soccer zones
The Lake City Falcons senior boys’ soccer
team exceeded all outside expectations at the recent North Central Zone Championships in Quesnel, picking up a silver medal in its first year competing at the ‘AAA’ level. “The kids played awesome,” said head coach Mike Brogan. “We thought we’d do well, but I don’t think we were expected to do as well as we did. In the final we ended up playing PGSS … We played a very hard-fought game and almost tied it up late in the game but conceded a late goal and were defeated 2-0 in a game that was closer than the score would indicate.”
Dec. 6, 2013 Midget Timberwolves golden in Kamloops
The Williams Lake Timberwolves midget girls’ hockey team took gold Nov. 22-24 at the Kamloops Midget Female Hockey Tournament. The final saw the Wolves meet up with Langley to win 2-1.
Dec. 6, 2013 Falcons open season with tourney win
The Lake City Falcons senior girls basketball team won its first tournament of the season in Valemount Nov 29-30. “The girls are excited to be making the start
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Dec: MLA Barnett lobbies for Bella Coola ferry service Dec. 4, 2013 Prolific offender to face multiple charges
A 17-year-old prolific offender residing in Alexis Creek and recently relocated to Kamloops is scheduled for a bail hearing in court Wednesday, Dec. 4, for possession of stolen property following a single vehicle accident on Highway 24. The charges stem from an incident on Nov. 26 when 100 Mile RCMP received a report of the single vehicle collision, east of Homes Road near Lone Butte. “A Ford F350 pickup had rolled in the ditch and an ATV had rolled out of the truck box,” said Sgt. Don McLean, operations NCO for the 100 Mile detachment in a press release issued Monday. Police say the truck was stolen from Williams Lake in late October while the ATV was stolen from Raven Lake on Sept. 20.
Dec. 4, 2013 Keep Discovery Coast Route: Barnett
Cariboo Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett is lobbying for her govern-
ment to keep the Discovery Coast route running for at least 2014. Barnett said she met with the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Todd Stone on Wednesday and insisted the decision to cancel the Port Hardy to Bella Coola Route be reversed. “Right now my concern is that cutting the ferry in 2014 will be devastating to the tourism industry and small businesses, if we lose this product that has been sold for 2014,” she said. “Minister Stone was receptive and said he would get back to me next week. Hopefully I’m successful.” Barnett said she laid the issues on the table she has received from her constituents. While financial issues sometimes drive decisions, the tourism industry, chambers of commerce and others have told her the tourism industry has spent a lot of money over the past year marketing the region, she said.
Dec. 4, 2013 Province teaming up with municipalities to tackle crime
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Cariboo Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett lobbies Victoria to keep the Discovery Coast ferry route for at least 2014 as bookings are already in place for this coming tourist season. of 14 communities chosen to be part of the Blue Ribbon Panel on Crime Prevention, said Mayor Kerry Cook. “Premier Christy Clark announced the Blue Ribbon panel at the end of the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention and appointed one of her new MLAs Dr. Darryl Plecas to be the lead on this,” Cook said. The panel will visit the 14 communities involved in the panel and will be in Williams Lake the end of January. “What is exciting about this, is this is a philosophical shift in reducing crime. Instead of the traditional approach that this is an RCMP problem, this is a community approach to
creating healthier, safer communities.” Cook said the province is looking at an integrated approach to crime reduction across ministries.
Dec. 6, 2013 Body of missing woman found
The search for a missing woman ended sadly near Williams Lake this week. On Monday, Dec. 2 the body of Susan Durham, a missing 59-yearold female from Vernon, was located on a remote logging road, off the West Fraser Road, said Barb McLintock of the BC Coroner’s Service Wednesday. Durham was first reported missing on Nov. 9 by Quesnel RCMP after
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she left a Quesnel Hotel without her personal property and medication. “RCMP located Durham and her vehicle after receiving a report of a White Ford Explorer parked on a rural property outside of Williams Lake,” said Const. Lesley Smith, District Advisory NCO for North District Media Relations, in a press release Wednesday. Police said foul play is not suspected and therefore the BC Coroner Service will be handling the investigation.
Dec. 6, 2013 Neighbours meet while responding to fire
George Gonyer likely made a pretty good
impression on his new neighbour Thursday. Gonyer and his stepfather, Ron Handfield, arrived to do some work on Gonyer’s new home on Hodgson Road when they noticed smoke billowing out of a trailer next door just after 1 p.m. Handfield and Gonyer jumped into action to try to find the trouble, the same time the owner also arrived home. “I didn’t know what to do,” said Gonyer. “I just threw some water on it and hoped the guy’s house wouldn’t burn down — especially this close to Christmas.” Goyner said the Williams Lake Fire Department arrived on scene within minutes to put out the fire, which had spread on a corner of the trailer.
Dec. 11, 2013 Chamber rallies for New Prosperity
The Williams Lake and Quesnel Chambers of Commerce joined forces with leaders of B.C. business, mining, and mining supplier organizations to promote Taseko’s New Prosperity Gold-Copper Mine Project during a media event held in Vancouver Tuesday.
“The event was put on by the B.C. Chamber, but this really snowballed from the Williams Lake Chamber’s position on New Prosperity,” said Williams Lake and District Chamber of Commerce president Jason Ryll Tuesday afternoon. “We had asked the BC Chamber to lend its support behind us in trying to get the project to move forward.” The BC Chamber brought the event together, along with Minister of Energy and Mines Bill Bennett and CaribooChilcotin MLA Donna Barnett, to try and make sure a clear message is sent to Ottawa that B.C. needs the mine, Ryll added.
Dec. 11, 2013 Pacific Coastal celebrates 10 years in Williams Lake
Pacific Coastal Airlines has been flying in and out of Williams Lake for a decade, said the company’s sales and marketing director Keith Boothroyd Tuesday. “We always say we’re B.C.’s biggest little airline,” Boothroyd said. See more DEC. Page A22
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Dec. 13, 2013 CDC and TRU team up to open autism centre
Thanks to a generous donation from the John Gordon Autism Foundation of Vancouver the Cariboo Chilcotin Child Development Centre will build an autism centre in Williams Lake. The centre will be built by the next intake of Thompson Rivers University Residential Construction Program students through a partnership with the Williams Lake Construction Association, School District 27 and the CDC. “We have a second tier off the back lane of our centre where we’d like to create a house-like space that is custom designed to do the work that we already do with kids with autism,” CDC executive director Nancy Gale said Thursday. Design for the facility would include a large living room, family room and a large commercial country kitchen. “Families could come to work with our staff and their autistic children,” Gale explained.
Dec. 13, 2013 Labour relations board ruling forces city to reinstate worker
A terminated unionized city employee will
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be returning to work in Williams Lake after the Labour Relations Board ruled in her favour. According to an LRB arbitration ruling handed down Nov. 27, Susan Ronalds, 59, was terminated from her position as senior payroll clerk at city hall on April 5, 2013 following an incident which coincided with mounting tensions leading to the labour strike last February. Ronalds took her case to the LRB, who conducted a three-day hearing in Williams Lake Nov. 6, 7, and 8.
Dec. 18, 2013 McLeese Lake house fire claims one life
A tragic early morning house fire on Robertson Road in McLeese Lake Tuesday has claimed the life of one man. Around 2:30 a.m. Tuesday, RCMP received a 911-call about the fire and a report there was possibly one person inside, said RCMP fire investigator Const. Allan Smith. Smith is stationed in Williams Lake with North District Regional General Investigation Section and by noon Tuesday had completed his investigation of the fire scene. There is nothing to suggest criminality in the case, Smith said, adding the investigation was being handed over to the BC Coroners Service and the Office of the Fire Commissioner.
Dec. 18, 2013 Tsilhqot’in and supporters protest New Prosperity Mine
Tsilhqot’in community members and supporters demonstrated Friday outside of Taseko Mines Ltd.’s Vancouver office with traditional and modern song and dance to protest the company’s New Prosperity Mine.
“There are several of us gathered outside the Vancouver Art Gallery,” said Xeni Gwet’in (Nemiah) councillor Marilyn Baptiste Friday morning before the group proceeded to Taseko’s office. “Youth, elders, others.” Deliberations over the mine proposal have become a national issue as a test of the federal government’s willingness to accept the advice of its own scientists as well as respecting the rights of indigenous communities opposed to the mine, Baptiste said.
Dec. 20, 2013 Tatla Lake man facing 24 charges
Four months following his initial arrest, 24 weapons charges have been laid against a Tatla Lake man. Crown Counsel laid charges against 63-yearold Gerald Kirby as a result of a Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of BC investigation. “In early June 2013, CFSEU-BC received a tip that the man, a longtime resident of Tatla Lake, was trafficking firearms and prohibited devices,” CFSEU-BC said in a press release Wednesday. “CFSEU-BC began an investigation and it was uncovered that the man was allegedly selling assault-style semi-automatic rifles ... amongst other guns and weapons.” Kirby was arrested at his home on Aug. 23 and a search warrant resulted in police finding and seizing 183 firearms of various makes, models, and calibres, along with tens of thousands of rounds of ammunition and prohibited devices, CFSEUBC said.
Dec. 20, 2013 Petition demands Discovery Coast Ferry remain
A 900-signature petition to save the Discovery Coast Ferry is now in the hands of Cariboo-
Chilcotin MLA Donna Barnett to pass on to her government. Doug Wilson of Williams Lake delivered the petition to Barnett Wednesday at the Tourism Discovery Centre. He said hundreds of people are concerned about the cancellation of the ferry service and the financial hardship it will bring to the many enterprises along the Highway 20 corridor.
Dec. 25, 2013 Timber Kings series to shine spotlight on Williams Lake
It is no longer a secret that Pioneer Log Homes is going to be featured on television in a 10-episode series on HGTV Canada. Pioneer Log Homes general manager Andre Chevigny told city council Tuesday his company will be showcased in a docu-reality titled Timber Kings. The show is great news for Williams Lake, Chevigny said. “It’s great because it paints Williams Lake in an excellent light. It’s really highly regarded and it paints the six personalities at Pioneer Log Homes as real heroes in the international world.”
Dec. 25, 2013 Christmas Day marks end of 38-year career
While some people will be unwrapping presents on Christmas Day, Williams Lake paramedic Steven Rupp will be wrapping up a 38-year career as a paramedic. On Dec. 25, Rupp, 57, will work his final shift with the BC Ambulance Service. Boxing Day he will hand in his keys and walk out the door. “It will be a teary day,” Rupp said recently during an interview at the station. “I can remember my first day. I’ve had hundreds of partners in all these stations.”
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It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of our beloved Mom, Granny and Auntie, Hazel Moxey at Deni House on December 22, 2013 at the age of 82. Predeceased by her husband Ed, she is survived by her son Danny (Sue) granddaughters Danielle and Nicole, step-grandsons Kevin (Dena), Darren (Kathy) and great granddaughters Emma and Lana, son Bev and granddaughter Stacey, loving nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and many dear friends. Mom was loving and caring with a positive attitude and a beautiful smile for everyone. She dedicated her life to her family, especially her cherished granddaughters. She will always be in our hearts. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at 11:00 am at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Williams Lake, The Rev. Dr. Keith Dobyns officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cariboo Foundation Hospital Trust or the charity of your choice. LaPrairie’s Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements, 250-398-9100
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Heavy Duty Machinery Dresser TD15C Crawler Tractor (140 HP) for rent. $5,000/month. Coastal Pacific Equipment. 1(250)392-7755
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Top quality horse hay 1st & 2nd cut $5/bale. Big Lake 1(250)243-2222
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Closing Date: January 3, 2014
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Custom Home Theatre Design & Installation Create the ultimate entertainment experience in your home with home theatre systems and multi-media rooms. Our skilled professionals will design and install complete, dedicated private home theatre systems that complement and enhance the aesthetic demands of your home. From screen to furniture, Audio Video Unlimited will help your family enjoy must-see TV and movies.
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FOR ALL YOUR AUTO REPAIRS Serving the Cariboo since 1981
Government Inspections Shuttle Service
STAN POGUE
Licensed Technician
Tuesday to Friday 7:30 am to 5:00 pm Saturday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
A.R.S. Enterprises Ltd 1075 N. Mackenzie Ave.
Phone 250-392-3522 • Fax 250-392-3548
service design sales Highlands Irrigation Ltd. Williams Lake 250.392.2321 1.800.665.5909 www.thewaterpeople.com Irrigating BC and the Yukon since 1974
C & Ski Small Engines Sales and Service of All Small Engine and Marine Equipment
Colin Stevens 25 years experience
BCDaily
WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines. (250)791-6369 (250)392-3810
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• 2 stroke crankshaft rebuilding • Cylinder boring • Buy and sell used equipment all makes and models • Many parts - new and used available • Dealer for Motovan, Kimpex, Trans Can Imports, Western Marine and many more • Warranty Contractor for Sears
250-296-3380
3616 Stanchfield Road - 15 mins up Horsefly Road candski@xplornet.ca
Brad Huston
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• Small Appliance Recycling Depot • E-Waste Electronic Recycling Center 250-982-2611 Daily service to Quesnel Wednesday & Friday to Bella Coola In-Town Deliveries
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Real Estate
Apt/Condo for Rent
Rentals
For Sale By Owner
1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS
Duplex / 4 Plex
Lovely units, new paint and floors, no pets, laundry facilities available. 250-392-2997 1983 Columbia Mobile Very clean, 2bdrm & 1 bath, recent updates, 8x10 addition & deck. 8x10 storage shed. Located in park below Walmart. Adult oriented park. $240/mnth pad rent. $48,000 Call Ron (250)392-1197 or (250)267-1066. Can view anytime.
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent
1 AND 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Available immediately. Renovated and in a secure building. 250-392-9171
2 bdrm apartment, South Lakeside area, $525/mo, no pets. (250)392-5074.
BOITANIO PLACE APARTMENTS 1 & 2 bedroom suites. Most desirable apartments for seniors. Clean and quiet. Next to Boitanio Park behind Boitanio Mall. Suite comes with heat, hot water, elevator, patio or balcony, fridge, stove and dishwasher. Laundry facility on site, no pets.
250-392-6450
Large 2bdrm duplex, 5th Ave downtown. Ground level, all appliances. N/S, N/P, $1200/mon. 250-392-6733
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Big Lake Community Hall Lakeshore setting, fully equipped kitchen, reasonable rates Weddings, Private Parties, etc.
250-243-0024 Misc for Rent
HANDICAPPED UNITS
Apartment Furnished
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2 BEDROOM DOWNTOWN
250-302-9108
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Halls/Auditoriums
One of a kind in an excellent neighbourhood. Completely handicap accessible, no pets. Low income available,must have references. 250-302-9934
Fully furnished suites in different locations. These are hotel ready and in lovely condition.
REAL ESTATE
In quiet clean building, heat and cable included. 250-302-9108
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Michelle (Ball) LaPlace Master Colorist Texture Specialist 20 years experience Former Educator for ISO, L’OrÊal Professional and Surrey College
Evening appointments available!
Open Monday - Saturday
Country Cottage Hairstyling 250-398-STYL • 250-398-7895 • 250 Barnard St.
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Open Mon-Fri: 8am to 5pm Sat: 9am-5pm DL#30676 550 North 11th Ave
MIND PATH HYPNOTHERAPY Vicky Ortiz - RDH, M.H., C.Cht CertiďŹ ed Clinical Hypnotherapist
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Lindsay Satchell
IAT, ILE-HIS, BC-HIS Hearing Instrument Specialist
For All Your Hearing Needs Atwood/Yorston Medical Clinic Ph: 250-392-2922 Lower Level Fax: 250-392-2947 145 South 4th Avenue Toll Free: 1-866-327-8678
CARIBOO AESTHETIC
LASER CLINIC
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Homes for Rent
Rentals
Suites, Lower
2 and 3 bdrm. houses. F/S natural gas heat. Please call (250)392-7617.
Storage
Safe, Secure Storage
Modern daylight bsmt suite with a view, 7mins from downtown. On site storage, carport, N/P N/S, F/S W/D, utilities incl. $900/mo. Ideal for Prof. working couple or individual. Call (250)398-7610 Appointments only. Nice ground level 1bdrm suite. n/s n/p $650./mnth. Utilities incl. Working person preferred. Phone (250)398-6131
250-392-6717
Suites, Upper
Various Size Units 24 Hour Access Available
3 bdrm. duplex on Pigeon Ave. W/D, patio and yard. $875/month (250)392-9119
5bdrm house. Approx 8km from WL. 2 car heated garage. F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P, $1200+ util. $600 DD. Avail. Feb 1st. 778-470-1200
Senior Assisted Living
Independent Living Suites
Wheelchair accessible. One bedroom available. 55+, Quiet, Pet Friendly With a safe and secure environment. Appliances included. Laundry facilities. To view call Laurette at 250-305-3318. Williams Lake Seniors Village
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SELF STORAGE
250-392-4777 or 250-305-5251
Pioneer Complex, 351 Hodgson Rd www.advantagestorageltd.com mike@pioneerfamilyland.com
Suites, Lower Fully furnished lakefront walkout bachelor suite, n/s, n/p, south facing, near Scout Island, includ util., satellite TV, & wireless internet. Avail Jan 1 $725/mo. (250)392-7395.
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Townhouses
3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE “Perfect Condition” Excellent location and close to all schools. Parking garage, W/D included. References Required. 250-305-4970 or email to wlrental@shaw.ca
Transportation
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• HOT SHOT DELIVERY • TRACTOR SERVICE • STORAGE
WAYNE HIGGINS • FAX 250-398-5277 • CELL 250-305-7791 AFTER HOURS 250-398-5260
1997 Grand-Am, looks good, drives good, new tranny, battery driven daily, extra tires. $1750. obo Must sell! (250)296-9058
250-392-7515
1115 North Mackenzie Ave. Williams Lake
GRAVEL CREEK HAYRIDES in beautiful Beaver Valley
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250-989-1002 or at the Anvil Pub, Horsefly
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Cars, Trucks, Vans, SUVs, Motorcycles, Recreation Vehicles, Boats, 4 Wheelers, Snowmobiles, etc.
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Full Service Veterinary Hospital & Mobile Services
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SMALL AND LARGE ANIMALS
Small & Large Animals
Dr. Carolyn Walsh
Phone 250-392-5510 for Appointments or 24 hr. Emergency Service
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Wellness Studio & Spa JENNIFER KOPP, CNHP
250-267-2242 Holistic Massage Spa
256 Westridge Drive innerbalance@telus.net www.innerbalancewellnessspa.com
250-855-7127
2-85 S 3rd Avenue,Williams Lake
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PARKING REGULATION CHANGES Signs will be installed and enforcement to commence in early January In the area of Thompson Rivers University
1. No Parking signs will be installed from Blair to Midnight for the entire area on the TRU side of Western Ave. This would address the current safety issues for vehicles pulling out of TRU onto Western as no vehicles would be parked on that side of the street allowing great visibility. 2. “Resident Only” parking system for the six residences across from TRU, where residents are given tags to be left on their dashboard to allow only those vehicles belonging to the residents to park in this area. 3. Street parking allowed from 8 am to 5 pm from the corner of Comer Park extending towards Columneetza on the park side of the street. (This would allow some on-street parking, roughly 30 spots for students during the day). 4. The end of the area as you approach Columneetza will be restricted to only 15 minute stopping to allow parents to pick up/drop off their children at Columneetza. This area would extend to opposite the 4th residence in from Latin Street. 5. To ensure School buses the room to turn into the Columneetza School Bus pickup area, the no stopping area will extend from past Latin Street to in front of these first four residences on Western from Latin. 6. The remaining area in front of the residences on Western continuing to Blair will be “Residential Parking” Only. 7. Blair Avenue on the lower end towards Western will have no parking on both sides of the street (one side is already No Parking) This street is very narrow and with vehicles parked on either side school buses can barely get by. 8. Latin and Beauchamp will be “Residential Parking Only” zones. On 11th Avenue 1. Parking will be limited to the south side of 11th Avenue only between McKinnon Street and Pigeon Avenue at all times.
FIREFIGHTERS WANTED The City of Williams Lake Fire Department is currently accepting applications for Paid-On-Call Fire Fighters. Applicants must live within the Williams Lake Fire Protection District. If you are motivated, physically fit and over the age of 19 you may have a future in fire fighting. An informational session will be held at the Williams Lake Fire Hall, located at 230 Hodgson Road on Wednesday, January 15th, 2014 at 7:00pm. Selection criteria will be reviewed. For more information you can contact us at 250-392-4321 or see the City website at www.williamslake.ca; Departments – Protective Services – Fire Department (WLFD) – Recruiting Information – where you can view or download the information booklet which may answer some of your questions prior to attending the Information Session. Applications will be available at the information session. Applications will close on Friday, February 14th, 2014 at 4:30pm Please note: Only applicants receiving interviews will be contacted. We thank you in advance for your application.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Please go to www.williamslake.ca and click on Human Resources to see employment opportunities.
A REMINDER THAT DOG LICENSES MUST BE RENEWED BEFORE JAN. 1, 2014 At two months of age all dogs must be licensed in the City of Williams Lake. License Fees: Spayed or neutered dog $10.00 Unspayed or unneutered dog $20.00 Late application fee (after March 31st) $10.00 plus regular license fee Replacement license tag $5.00 Aggressive dog $200.00 If your dog is not currently correctly licensed and is impounded a $50.00 fee will be added to your total. (This is in addition to the licensing, impounding and boarding fees). Your dog’s license is valid for one year from January 1st to December 31st. You are advised to buy your new license ahead of time but are responsible for purchasing, whether or not you receive a renewal notice. Dogs’ licenses are their ticket home. Please ensure contact information with the City is up to date. It also lets other citizens know that a dog at large has a home and is not a stray. The money collected for dog licensing goes to the Williams Lake BCSPCA and the Animal Control Bylaw Services. Benefits of a City of Williams Lake dog license: Reunites dogs with the owner Delivers public education programs Helps neighbors resolve their animal related conflicts Means your dog will spend less time in the shelter which reduces stress and minimizes the risk of contracting a disease Licenses may be obtained at the following locations: City Hall Total Pet 450 Mart Street 32 North Broadway Williams Lake Williams Lake 250-392-2311 250-398-6300
NO PARKING ON RESIDENTIAL STREETS IN THE 24 HOURS BEFORE GARBAGE COLLECTION DAY To improve snow removal service, the City will align snow removal with the garbage and recycling pickup schedule, and restrict street parking for a 24 hour period the day before the scheduled garbage pickup (i.e. if an area has garbage pickup on a Tuesday, street parking is not permitted on Monday.) This would limit the impact on most residential areas to only one set day a week, and allow snow removal crews to have these areas completely cleaned so that the garbage containers can be placed on the street for the day of their pickup. Snow plowing will continue to be done as needed. Vehicles that impede snow removal operations may be towed.
Bus Shelter Advertising and Maintenance The City of Williams Lake is seeking Expressions of Interest from firms or individuals that may be interested in selling and maintaining advertising on City bus shelters and performing ongoing maintenance and repairs of shelters. The City currently has 19 bus shelters located throughout the City. Each shelter is equipped with one 47” x 64” double sided backlit display case for advertising purposes. Interested parties can pick up a detail sheet outlining the minimum expectations for submission of the expression of interest from: Reg Ryan Manager of Transportation and Buildings City of Williams Lake 450 Mart Street, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1N3 Email: rryan@williamslake.ca Telephone: (250) 392-1784 Deadline for Submission is 2:00 pm Friday, January 3, 2014
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SERVICES
OPERATIONS: Financial Services Department HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., five days a week, Monday to Friday inclusive and attendance at meetings as required. POSITION: Management (Union Exempt) GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Director of Financial Services is the Chief Financial Officer of the City of Williams Lake, pursuant to Section 149 of the Community Charter and is responsible for organizing and directing financial services, purchasing and risk management functions. SUPERVISION: The Director of Financial Services shall report directly to the Chief Administrative Officer. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Recommends, develops and implements policies, plans and programs for administering the accounting, finance and purchasing functions. 2. Attends Council and/or Committee/Portfolio meetings. 3. Responsible for all accounting, finance and purchasing activities and maintenance of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenditure records of the City. Ensures that the accounting practices of the City comply with sound accounting principles. 4. Directs, coaches, trains and disciplines personnel within the department. 5. Responsible for risk management and all insurance matters for the City. 6. Prepares annual and five year financial plans in consultation with the Chief Administrative Officer, Senior Management Team, and Council. 7. Oversees the preparation of all yearend financial reports, financial statements and other municipal reporting. Supports the annual external financial audit process. 8. Assumes the position of Collector for the City. 9. Prepares all financial Bylaws. 10. Carries out the statutory duties of Financial Administration, pursuant to Section 149 of the Community Charter. 11. Prepares complex financial reports and analysis as required. 12. Monitors financial position of the City and makes recommendations to the Chief Administrative Officer and Council with respect to strategic management of Assets and Liabilities. 13. Performs such other duties as may be required from time to time by the Chief Administrative Officer. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: 1. Recognized professional accounting designation as Chartered Accountant, Certified General Accountant or Certified Management Accountant and member in good standing. 2. Certificate in Local Government Statutory Administration, as recognized by the LGMA Board of Examiners or equivalent. 3. Minimum of 5 years experience in a senior finance or administration capacity in Local Government or Private Sector. 4. General understanding and knowledge of the Community Charter, Local Government Act and other related statutes. 5. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. 6. Excellent analytical, problem solving and technical skills. 7. Proven ability to lead, manage and develop people and to build collaborative relationships easily. Salary for this non-union position will be commensurate with experience and include a comprehensive benefits package. Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume and cover letter outlining qualifications, experience, copies of applicable certifications, and letters of reference no later than 4:00 pm, January 3, 2014 to the attention of Ashley Williston, Manager of Human Resources, City of Williams Lake, 450 Mart Street, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 1N3 - Fax (250) 392-8484.
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