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Hallowe’en in Vavenby Zion Toscano in a skeleton costume, Nathaneal Toscano in a gold mask, and Iyannah Toscano in a purple dress wave eerily from the homecoming tire next to the Vavenby Community Hall during a Hallowe’en party put on for area youngsters. For more about the event, see page A10 inside. Photo by Keith McNeill
Last Thursday afternoon, Blue River’s Willow MacDonald and Shelley Sim of Clearwater faced off to decide who should be the next school trustee for the Clearwater-Blue River area during an election forum at Clearwater Secondary School. A few hours later they did it again when they took part in a forum at Blue River Community Hall. MacDonald then debated for a third time when she took on Max Lentz, who is challenging her to be Thompson-Nicola Regional District director for Thompson Headwaters (Area B) (for more about the MacDonald vs. Lentz debate, see page A15). The TNRD director for Blue River-Avola is not the only one seeking two seats this election. Sim is running to retain her seat on Clearwater’s town council as well as to be the new local school trustee. The CSS forum was hosted by the student council and was moderated by the student council president, Megan Sim – Shelley Sim’s daughter. Despite the relationship, there did not seem to be any obvious favouritism shown. The younger Sim helped organize the forum as part of the Democracy in Action conference she recently attended in Victoria. Incumbent school trustee John Harwood started off the forum at the high school by pointing out that the board of School District 73 handles a
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budget of about $150 million per year (Clearwater’s mayor is stepping down as school trustee for the North Thompson but is running again to be mayor), That means that whoever gets elected to represent the Clearwater-Blue River area on the school board will have a say in how $600 million of taxpayers’ dollars is spent over her four year term. Harwood acknowledged that nearly 90 per cent of the budget goes to wages and benefits, which the school board has little control over. However, trustees can affect what happens at the provincial, district and local levels, he said. “Over 15,000 young people are going to be relying on you,” he told the two candidates. Willow MacDonald led off by saying that she moved to Blue River in 2005, had a child in 2007, and was elected to the TNRD in 2011. “Why do I stay in Blue River?” she asked. “It’s because I love my job with the TNRD, I love our local school, and I want to see my daughter grow up in Blue River.” The Blue River resident felt her qualities include patience and a willingness to ask tough questions. One thing she’s learned since she got into politics is that things typically take at least five years to go from idea to fruition, MacDonald said. That means projects need to live longer than people are involved in their school’s PAC or the school board. “I’m not an island. I’m not a top-down kind of person,” the Blue River resident said.
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Rural schools have different needs from urban schools and so rural school trustees need to advocate for adequate resources for the classrooms, said Shelley Sim. Simply counting “bums in seats” is not an adequate formula for funding rural schools, she felt. “We need to ask for a little bit more,” she said. Sim said one of the toughest lessons she’s learned while on Clearwater town council was the necessity of capital reserves and careful budget planning. In Blue River, Sim made the point that her children had attended Vavenby Elementary, and so she had some feeling for the importance of small, rural schools. Youngsters from Blue River travel several hours each day by bus to attend secondary school in Clearwater but still the town produces some outstanding students, Sim said. “I want to make it so the teacher here is really well supported,” she said. Sim praised the crosscountry ski races that Blue River School hosts annually for North Thompson elementary schools. Willow MacDonald suggested that Blue River School could get more use by the community if it were divided into two parts – one for the school and the other for community use. Election forum this evening Don't forget the all candidates' forum this evening (Thursday) at the Dutch Lake Community Centre at 7 p.m.
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THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT
2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS NOTICE OF ELECTION TAKE NOTICE that elections by voting will be conducted for the office of Director in the following Electoral Areas and that the persons duly nominated as candidates are as follows: Electoral Area
Candidate Name
Residential Address
“A” (Wells Gray Country)
Pennell, Tim Schaffer, Carol
Electoral Area “A” Electoral Area “A”
“B” (Thompson Headwaters)
Lentz, Max Macdonald, Willow
City of Kamloops Electoral Area “B”
“O” (Lower North Thompson)
Fennell, Mike Kershaw, Bill
District of Barriere District of Barriere
VOTING OPPORTUNITIES: ADVANCED Voting Opportunities Advance Voting will be held at the Thompson-Nicola Regional District Office, 4th Floor 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC on Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Council candidates tell their stories Times Staff The following are profiles of the seven candidates running for the six seats on the District of Clearwater town council:
MAIL IN Voting You may be eligible to register and vote by mail if you: • have a physical disability, illness or injury that prevents you from attending a voting place at any of the voting opportunities; • if you reside in a specific and remote area of the TNRD; or • if you expect to be absent on general voting day and all advance voting days. For detailed information about mail in voting or to download an application for mail in voting, visit the TNRD website at www.tnrd.ca GENERAL Voting Day General voting day will be open to qualified electors on November 15, 2014 at the following times and locations: Polling Station
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Electoral Area “A” (Wells Gray Country) Blackpool Community Hall 155 Ferry Rd., Blackpool Dutch Lake Community Centre 209 Dutch Lake Road., Clearwater Vavenby Elementary School 3157 Galiano, Vavenby
8:00 am to 8:00 pm 8:00 am to 8:00 pm 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Electoral Area “B” (Thompson Headwaters) Avola Old School House 6366 Avola Village Rd., Avola Blue River Elementary School 5917 3rd Ave., Blue River Vavenby Elementary School 3157 Galiano, Vavenby Dutch Lake Community Centre 209 Dutch Lake Road., Clearwater
8:00 am to 8:00 pm 8:00 am to 8:00 pm 8:00 am to 8:00 pm 8:00am to 8:00 pm
Electoral Area “O” (Lower North Thompson) Van Sickle Residence 1175 Agate Bay Rd, Adams Lake Little Fort Community Hall 148 93 Mile-Little Fort Hwy # 24, Little Fort The Ridge 4936 Barriere Town Road, Barriere
8:00 am to 8:00 pm 8:00 am to 8:00 pm 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
ELECTOR REGISTRATION AND ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS Registration of all electors will take place at the time of voting. In order to vote, an elector must be eligible either as a Resident Elector or a Non-Resident Property Elector. 1. Resident Elector: • must be age 18 or older at time of registration; • must be a Canadian citizen; • must have been a resident of British Columbia for at least six (6) months immediately preceding the day of registration; • must be a resident of the Electoral Area for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration • must not be disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or be otherwise disqualified by law. 2. Non-Resident Property Elector: • must not be entitled to register as a resident elector of the Electoral Area; • must be age 18 or older at time of registration; • must be a Canadian citizen; • must have been a resident of British Columbia for at least six (6) months immediately preceding the day of registration; • must be a registered owner of real property in the Electoral Area, either as joint tenants or tenants in common for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration; • must not be disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or be otherwise disqualified by law. VOTER PROOF OF IDENTITY: Resident and Non-Resident Property Electors will be required to produce two (2) documents, at least one (1) of which must contain the applicants signature, providing evidence of their identity and place of residency. For example, any two (2) of the following will be acceptable: • a BC drivers license; • a BC identification card issued by the motor vehicle office; • an owner’s certificate of insurance and vehicle license issued by ICBC; • a BC care card or gold care card; • a Social Insurance card; • a Native Status Card issued by the Department of Indian Affairs; • a citizenship card issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada; • a real property tax notice; • a credit card or debit card, or • a utility bill.
Barry Banford My name is Barry Banford and I am running for re-election as a councillor for the District of Clearwater. I have lived and worked in Clearwater since 1998 and with my wife Marcia enjoy the natural beauty of our valley. I have been involved
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with the Community Resource Center board, Clearwater Improvement District, North Thompson Communities Foundation Board and currently your district council. This experience has given me an understanding of many aspects of our community. The last three years as one of your councillors has been exciting for me. We have enhanced our working relationships with both provincial and federal leaders, established needed bylaws for future growth, completed critical planning processes, reduced speed zones for improved safety and implemented a strategic goal setting framework which has provided focused direction for both council and staff. Reviewing all the information presented to council and evaluating the risks so that sound fiscal decisions can be made is something I believe in. My desire is still to make Clearwater a great place to live, to work, retire and do business. Although we have accomplished a lot there is more to do. We need to develop a housing plan which includes assisted living and affordable housing. We need to actively market Clearwater as a great place to live and do business to broaden our tax base. Completing our pathway and trail network will enhance our community and
Non-Resident Property Electors must also produce the following documentation evidencing proof of ownership of property and written consent of other property owners (if any): 1. Proof of Ownership: state of title certificate, registered agreement for sale, latest property tax notice, or latest property assessment notice 2. Consent: written consent of a majority of the property owners if there is more than one owner (forms available at www.tnrd.ca) that they are entitled to register the jointly owned property. The person voting must sign the consent form. ANSWERS TO COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS: • No elector may vote more than once regardless of the number of properties owned; • It is not necessary to be a property owner to register and vote as a Resident Elector; • There is no restriction to the number of Resident Electors entitled to register and vote per household; • If you are not able to vote on General Election Day or at any of the advance voting opportunities, you can apply for Mail in Voting; • Corporations or businesses are not entitled to register or vote. FURTHER INFORMATION may be obtained from the TNRD website, www.tnrd.ca, by contacting Carolyn Black, Chief Election Officer or Andrea Leite, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250-377-8673 or by email to election@tnrd.ca.
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improve safety for all visitors and citizens. Strong partnerships have been key in the success of our Healthy Living, Age Friendly and seniors initiatives and we must continue to pursue all grant and partnership opportunities. Improving our infrastructure for future growth in a fiscally responsible manner will be a priority over the next four years. The people you elect should serve you and bring your concerns to council. I would be honored to continue to serve you.
Merlin Blackwell I was first elected to council in 2011, following a brief term as Chamber of Commerce vice president, then president. I own and operate Blackwell Park Operations, which in one form or another has been providing services in Wells Gray Park since 1989. My company is currently finalizing a new contract that will see us as the prime service provider in Wells Gray Park until 2025. Beyond the park and council, I have worked in restaurant management, construction and radio, and also as a magazine writer. I feel I bring leadership and decision making skills to council, an understanding of marketing and presentations, and plenty of business and project management experience. Even though my business keeps me hopping, I feel that it Clearwater needs continuity in leadership and that's why I decided to run for a second term. My goals in running for council are to keep taxes sensible, to keep improving
infrastructure in a well thought out manner, and to make our town a great place to live and do business. Many towns our size are not in as good shape as Clearwater is, and I think that is in part due to strong leadership from the current mayor, administration and council, and I want to be part of that continuing team.
Dennis Greffard I am a lifelong Clearwater resident who is passionate about the place, the people and the politics of the North Thompson. As a local small business owner on several counts, I am personally invested in seeing the area grow and prosper. Carrying the torch of the family business, I believe in fostering an economic climate conducive to entrepreneurship and also intent on ensuring positive recreational options in Clearwater. I currently sit as the president of the Clearwater Ski Club, where I co-spearheaded the Clearwater Disc Golf Course, and have been a past volunteer for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Ducks Unlimited. I studied at Thompson Rivers University in Water Treatment Technology and at British Columbia On Site Sewage Association in Wastewater Treatment and Maintenance. My true devotion is my family, which includes a daughter and two sons, also born and raised in Clearwater, B.C. continued on page 3 ...
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Council candidates tell their stories ... cont' As councillor I will bring new ideas and initiatives.
Melanie Harwood I was born and raised in Clearwater – both sets of my grandparents were homesteaders. My husband and I have raised our children here and have been supporters and volunteers for many community events and groups such as: youth group, Clearwater Bible Camp and fostering children. I have worked for the past 22 years as a certified educational assistant at Star Lake Campus, Raft River Elementary and Clearwater Secondary School. I have also been involved in Voices United Choir, North Thompson Community Choir and the Ladies FoxFire singing group. I have volunteered for the past several years at the Canoe Regatta and at the Canada Day events. If elected, projects that I would like to support are: affordable housing, literacy, sports, arts, healthy living and seniors programs. Clearwater must continue to provide the resources necessary to make sure all citizens thrive.
Gord Heisterman I have lived in Clearwater over 36 years and have seen the good times and the slow times. With that in mind the future looks great with the foundation set and the right outlook for future development. With the right people to lead the way and positive outlooks amongst us, the future is bright. I feel that with my help and enthusiasm Clearwater will be a positive place to live, work and play. Going forwards will not be an easy thing put with the right attitude all things are possible no matter how big or small they are. With the experience of the returning council and the addition of new councillors, the ideas that will come forward will be positive. So l ask that you take the time to look over the candidates and "Vote" for whom you want to lead Clearwater.
Ken Kjenstad I am a retired businessman and have lived in Clearwater since 1972. I am married with three children and six grandchildren. My community involvement has been as chair of the Hospital Board, the Regional Health Board and Chamber of Commerce. I also have been on the executive and an official for minor hockey and minor ball. I was elected to the District's first council and have served for seven years. It is important to work with all members of our community to enhance the many programs and facilities we have been able to achieve – to be a team member, work towards affordable housing, and care for our seniors. We must work towards being fiscally responsible, do important work on a sustainable water system and infrastructure improvements. I would be honoured to serve on your council.
Shelley Sim (Running for school board and Clearwater town council) Born and raised in Vancouver, Shelley Sim moved to Clearwater in 1993. She is the primary owner and managing director of Original Holidays Inc. and she has over 20 years tourism and business experience. Cited as an active and engaged community member, Sim serves on several local boards including the executive for SILGA (Southern Interior Local Government Association), Clearwater physician recruitment committee, Clearwater Youth Soccer and the Clearwater Ski Hill. Sim is a strong advocate for education and was an active task force member of the superintendent's committee on mathematics for School District 73. Having worked with PACs in Vavenby, Raft River and CSS, she has spearheaded projects that were focused on math, literacy, digital
Library offers new For the Record Times Staff digital services Submitted The TNRD Library System is offering library cardholders two new digital services — Zinio and OneClickdigital. The Zinio e-magazine service offers free access to hundreds of popcomputers, tablets, smartphones or other wireless devices with the Zinio app, which is available for iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Blackberry Playbook, Kindle Fire as well as Android phones and tablets. To download the app, visit the library’s Zinio collection and create a Zinio account. The OneClickdigital service offers popular fiction and nonfiction audiobooks that cardholders can download and listen to on their computers or mobile devices. The OneClickdigital app is available for Android, Kindle Fire, Nook, iPhone, iTouch and iPad. Visit the TNRD Library System’s website, www. tnrdlib.ca, for more details about these two new services.
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literacy and expanding technology within the classrooms. As PAC chair at CSS, she worked hard to bring a variety of extracurricular opportunities to the school ranging from academics to sports to music, art and drama. Additionally, she encouraged collaboration between Raft and CSS to co-sponsor projects such as the robotics program. Some of her other favorite community experiences include the Clearwater Canoe Regatta and participating with the Age Friendly Committee. Goals for council: 1. Expand the Healthy Living program
to offer a diversity of events including arts and culture 2. Invigorate economic development that will attract small, medium and large business to the North Thompson 3. Advocate for seniors housing and services 4. Develop Dutch Lake for expanded community enjoyment, recreation and accessibility 5. Continue to lobby the provincial and federal governments regarding Internet and cell phone issues that impact the community Goals for school board trustee: 1. Work with par-
ents, teachers and administrators to identify educational concerns on a local level to enhance and improve student achievement 2. Advocate on behalf of rural to ensure that classroom composition issues are prioritized 3. Address deficiencies regarding classroom resources and actively tackle this funding issue in the budget 4. Create innovative solutions for extra curricular activities and educational opportunities 5. Stay engaged – listening, learning and ensuring our students have the resources they need to be successful.
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What’s Happening WHAT’S HAPPENING?
The offices of the District of Clearwater “Municipal Hall” and ICBC/Motor Vehicle are located at: Dutch Lake Community Centre, 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N2 Mailing Address: Box 157, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N0 Tel: 250-674-2257 Fax: 250-674-2173 LOCAL ELECTIONS: IT IS A CRIMINAL OFFENCE TO REMOVE OR VANDALIZE ELECTION SIGNS. If you are caught removing or altering any election signs or posters, you may be charged with mischief, which could result in a fine or up to two years in jail. The Municipal, Regional District and School District Elections will be held at Dutch Lake Community Centre: Advanced Voting: Wednesday November 5th, 2014, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm General Voting: Saturday November 15th, 2014, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: 18 years of age or older on general voting day Canadian Citizen Resident of BC for at least 6 moths immediately preceding the day of registration Resident of OR registered owner of real property in the District of Clearwater for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration, and Not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.
Waterline Flushing: The District’s Public Works crews will continue the Fall water main flushing program
during the day over the next few weeks. You may experience a loss in pressure, cloudy and/or discoloured water, none of which are a health concern. We thank you for your patience and understanding.
Age Friendly Advisory Committee: are seeking a member of the community to participate with the
Advisory Committee. The Committee provides community stakeholders an opportunity to have their interests represented during the Clearwater Seniors’ Mobility Assessment and Plan in a focused and multiinterest group structure. The Committee’s role is to actively engage in ongoing communication and collaboration with community stakeholders. Members are expected to attend monthly Age Friendly Advisory Committee meetings. If you are interested, please contact Leslie Groulx, CAO at 250-674-2257 or by emailing admin@docbc.ca
Upcoming Events:
November 5th – Advanced Voting, 8am-8pm – Dutch Lake Community Centre November 15th – General Voting, 8am-8pm – Dutch Lake Community Centre December 7th – Rotary Christmas Tree Light-up – Information Centre
Upcoming Meetings of Council: Public Welcome. Come check out what issues your Council is debating November 4th, 2014 – Parks and Recreation Committee of the Whole Meeting – 5:00pm November 4th, 2014 – Regular Council Meeting – 7:00pm December 2nd, 2014 – Inaugural meeting of new Council – 7:00pm
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“Whoever is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted with important matters.” – Albert Einstein editorial by keith mcNeill
Conservatives should push for carbon fee-and-dividend
NT Foundation looking for new members Editor, The Times:
Are you passionate about our valley? Are you a “big picture thinker”? Do you have skills that are underutilized? The North Thompson Communities Foundation is recruiting. We welcome your inquiries. Interested in learning more? Please leave a message on my personal phone at 674-3260; check out the North Thompson Communities Foundation website and/or Facebook page, and/or send us a message at ntcommunitiesfoundation@gmail.com. We look for interest from individuals from all parts of the valley, as the
Foundation represents the area from McLure to Blue River. Knowing the needs of your community, and being involved in various aspects of community life are valuable assets. Our annual general meeting is scheduled for Nov. 20 at the North Thompson Volunteer and Information Center in Barriere. We alternate meetings between Clearwater and Barriere as we serve the entire North Thompson Valley. Please watch for our advertisement in this paper.
Cheryl Thomas, 2014 chair NT Communities Foundation
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The International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its latest and possibly most pessimistic report on Sunday. According to the report, the use of fossil fuels needs to be phased out around the world by 2100 if “severe, pervasive and irreversible” damage is to be avoided. The cost of doing nothing would be much more than taking action, the IPCC said. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is quoted as saying, "Science has spoken. There is no ambiguity in their message. Leaders must act. Time is not on our side." Although there likely is no single answer to climate change, many believe that a carbon fee-and-dividend system, as proposed by climate scientist Jame Hansen, would be a necessary and important component to any solution. The system would consist of a carbon tax or fee that would be collected as fossil fuels came out of the ground or across the border. The proceeds then would be distributed to everyone as a carbon dividend or basic income grant. A group called Citizens Climate Lobby
started in the United States in 2007 to lobby members of Congress to bring in a carbon fee-and-dividend system. Since then it has expanded to Canada and around the world. Interestingly, some of those at CCLCanada believe that the Conservatives are the federal party most likely to bring in a carbon fee-and-dividend system. Certainly, the carbon tax here in British Columbia was brought in by Gordon Campbell who, although the leader of the BC Liberals, is a small-c conservative. A carbon fee-and-dividend system would be a small government solution with minimal bureaucracy, which Conservatives should like. It would put a tax on fossil fuels that would better represent the price those fuels cost our environment, and then it would let the market decide which alternative sources of energy should replace those fossil fuels. And it would be hard to imagine anything that would take the wind out the sails of those who criticize the Conservatives's environmental record than for this government to bring in a carbon fee-and-dividend system.
MLA Lake following Upper Clearwater logging issue Editor, The Times:
I want to assure residents of the Clearwater area that I am following closely the ongoing issue of future forestry activity in the Clearwater Valley. I have visited the area to hear presentations, I have been briefed by staff from the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations, I have discussed the issue personally with the Minister, and I have discussed the issue with Canfor. Public process is very important when activity on the land base is considered. The 1999 public process was extensive with many residents taking part. The Guiding Principles from that process are as important today as they were then. Although the west side of the valley was not included in this document, any activity undertaken by BC Timber Sales should involve adequate public consultation and I have made Minister Thomson aware of concerns in this area.
I note that Canfor has committed to a public open house before any activity takes place and wants to hear from you. As your representative, I advocated strongly with former Minister Pat Bell and Canfor to re-open the Vavenby mill, which is a very important economic driver in the region. As Environment Minister I was able to secure investments in Wells Gray Park along with the renovation of the Tourism Information Centre and increase the signage to promote the park. I understand the need for a balance between environmental, social and economic values to keep a community strong. I will continue to follow the issue closely.
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Question of the Week
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Do you know who you're going to vote for in the upcoming local elections?
Howard Bucknell:
Yes, the same guy as I've voted for all the time. He has a lot of history with us.
Victoria Cook: I
haven't decided yet. I'd have to know more about what their platforms are.
Shirley Wheelhouse (Barriere): I do know
Suzanne Foster:
who I'm going to vote for in Barriere. I know some of the council members and know what they have done and haven't done.
No, I'm hoping to attend one of the all candidate forums.
Donna Chrystall: I have no idea. I haven't paid much attention to who is running. I'm not much into politics.
Canfor should respect Upper Clearwater land use plan As a participant in the Kamloops Land and Resource Management Plan (KLRMP), I was very glad to read that Mr. Baird from Canfor ``respects the land use objectives set through public processes.’’ What surprised me is that he made no mention of the existence of a local use plan for the Clearwater Valley. The KLRMP document recognized that there would be areas that required a more intensive local use plan involving stakeholders with intimate knowledge of the land base in question. In fact, it was under section 3.2 of the KLRMP that the Ministry of Forests initiated a local use plan for the Clearwater Valley. The Ministry of Forests hired the
facilitator and sat at the table with other stakeholders for the more than two years it took to reach a consensus decision All of this is a matter of public record. So if Mr. Baird supports public planning, he must also support the government sanctioned, consensus based, document that was signed off by a Ministry of Forests designated decision maker and covered the upper Clearwater Valley. If Canfor has decided to log in the Clearwater Valley in the same way that they would anywhere else in their operating area – and ignore the Local Level Plan – that is a company, and a professional, decision. If this is how the company proceeds however, it cannot also be claimed
total land base. that they are carrying ``out our logplan to log in the spring. The only way to make decisions By respecting the local use ging plans based on (the) land use that are best the entire complan, and being more responsive to planning process” as was stated in BaseJournalRONA2007_Ang 2/26/07 3:44 PM for Page 1 concerned citizens and stakeholdMr. Baird’s letter. munity is for Canfor to address the Using the numbers from concerns of stakeholders in a meaners, Canfor has a chance to uphold Canfor`s 2010 Sustainable Forest BaseJournalRONA2007_Ang the tenants of their Sustainable2/26/07 ingful wayPM– ignoring 3:44 Page a1 local plan is Management Plan, it can be calForest Management Plan and The not a good start. Canadian Standards Association culated that the Upper Clearwater Tay Briggs (CSA) while having their goodwill Local Use Plan covered approxiClearwater, B.C. mately 1/10th of one per cent or 0.10 effect a very small portion of their per cent of Canfor`s timber harvesting land base. Yet this small area has more potential for land use conflicts then in any other place in Canfor’s operating area. Letters from stakeholders with valid concerns and viewpoints remain unanswered and Canfor’s final plans are unknown despite their BaseJournalRONA2007_Ang
Lights to Remember is for everyone Editor, The Times:
As the president of the Clearwater and District Hospice Society I wish to express my gratitude to the community and citizens of our valley for the support we receive. Lights to Remember is celebrating the second year at the Clearwater Lodge on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 4 p.m. and wish the public to know that not only those that purchase lights for the tree but everyone is invited to attend this
event. What a better way to celebrate those that are in our memories than being with friends. Refreshments will be served. If you have not purchased a light for someone you would like to remember, lights will be on sale at Bayley`s Bistro on Friday or Saturday, Nov. 7 or 8 between 11 and 1 pm. or contact me at 674-2400.
Eileen Sedgwick, president Clearwater and District Hospice Society
Author seeks help with Wells Gray Park guidebook The fifth edition of my book, "Exploring Wells Gray Park" sold out earlier this year and I'm currently rewriting it with the sixth edition scheduled to be published in April 2015. I am hoping Times readers can help me with some of this huge project as follows: • Changes – A lot has happened in Wells Gray Park since the last edition was published in 2004. So far, I have found over 200 needed changes and corrections, but I could easily have missed something. Please let me know if you have spotted anything that needs fixing. • Colour photos – The sixth edition will be all colour due to improvements in colour printing technology in the past 10 years. If you have some particularly appealing colour photos taken anywhere in the park, please email me low res images. A professional photographer is acting as photo editor and if he chooses your picture(s), I will ask for the high res version. • Historical photos – Many people have contributed their old photos to previous editions and
most of those will be re-used. I'm hoping other people have pictures that illustrate the old days in the park or the Clearwater Valley. These could be pioneers, buildings, roads or bridges, scenery or events. All are intriguing in telling the story of the area. I will arrange for pickup of these prints, scanning and return. One picture sent to me recently shows U.S. President Herbert Hoover fishing at Mahood Lake. If two or more of your pictures (colour or historical) are published, you will receive a complimentary copy of the sixth edition and a caption credit. Please email changes and photos to me at theneaves@shaw.ca. If you want to talk about anything, my phone in Kamloops is 250-3742351 evenings. I am trying to get all submissions by Nov. 21. I appreciate everyone's help in making the sixth edition the best ever.
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A new ambulance made 24 trips to Kamloops in its first year of operation, racking up about 7,000 km. George Adams was re-elected president of the ambulance association by acclamation. Many Blue River residents felt the community's water system was not adequate, given its rapidly expanding population. The local water board presented a report on the feasibility of putting in a new system in the near future. Bids were called to construct the section of the North Thompson Highway from Chappell Creek to Cedarside (100 km north of Blue River). This brought the total of highways construction bids to over 140 km. Cattle could no longer legally roam freely in the Clearwater area. The territory from Boulder Creek to
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Raft River had been constituted as a pound district by the Ministry of Agriculture. Over 400 names had been put on a petition to bring about the change.
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John Harwood, president of the North Thompson Hospital Committee, announced his intention of running for a seat on the TNRD. He had been a teacher at Clearwater Secondary School for more than three years, and had worked hard to promote a hospital referendum slated for the following Dec. 6. A Merritt man was killed at a curve on Highway 5 by the Raft River bridge. The continuing high accident rate at the corner led to calls for authorities to complete the bridge linking the new stretch of highway.
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A Vavenby man was dead following a stabbing that occurred in lower Clearwater in front of the high school (today Raft River Elementary). A second Vavenby man, age 21, was charged with noncapital murder. Local guitarist Ed Peekeekoot was in Vancouver, taping for a television program called Talent Breakthrough.
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The TNRD accepted an offer of $125,000 in a lawsuit regarding the
IO N T K N I E DS! T T A It’s time for youngsters from LIttle Fort to Blue River to write a Christmas story for the Times’ annual Christmas Story Contest.
This year our young writers can tell us in 350 words or less about one of the two following themes: STORY #1: THE BEST CHRISTMAS DINNER EVER: Write a story about the best Christmas Dinner ever and why it was so special.. STORY #2: THE MAGIC ROCKET: Write a story about what happened when a child finds a Magic Rocket under the Christmas tree. Send in your entries, preferably by email please, to the Times or the Star/Journal, by noon Friday Nov. 28. Winners in each age group will be announced in our Dec. 18th issue. PRIZES FOR EACH DIVISION: First $25, Second $15, Third $10. Contest open to students: Division 1 - Kindergarten to Grade 3 Division 2 - Grade 4 to Grade 7. Email your entries to: newsroom@clearwatertimes.com or drop off at our office Brookfield Mall, Clearwater by noon Friday, Nov. 28, 2014
Sportsplex's roof. The regional district's lawyer felt this was a reasonable offer, considering the expense of a three week trial, lawyer's fees, consulting engineer's fees and court costs. Blackpool's new fire hall was nearing completion. The new pumper was not expected from Quebec until the beginning of December. Al Bowes was the manager of Everyready Motors' new outlet in Blackpool. Foundations had been laid for a new showroom and service shop, to be completed the following year.
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Incumbent School District 26 board members Ed Shook and Pauline Gregory were re-elected by acclamation. Little Fort residents and organizations responded generously after the nine members of the Harry Kobzey family lost all their possessions in a fire at a rented house in Darfield.
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An announcement by Interior Roads that its snowplows would start work at 7:30 a.m. was quickly reversed
following an outcry by the local school board and politicians. "I made a lot of noise, upset a lot of people," said TNRD Area A director Paul Caissie. "I don't know where the discussion came from," said Marvin Williams, Interior Roads Birch Island foreman. "If it's snowing, we stay out and keep on working."
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School District 26 opted out of discussions centred on the Clearwater hatchery. Because of the decision to opt out, a working group comprised of North Thompson Indian Band, Clearwater Improvement District and Grizzly Anglers would have to meet elsewhere than at the board offices. B.C. Liberal leader Gordon Campbell was in Clearwater for an informal meeting. He wanted less — less government, less taxes, and fewer NDP MLAs in the House.
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Despite dangerous driving conditions, close to 20 parents came to discuss health concerns with School District 73 and public health offi-
cials. There almost certainly would be no long term effects to students who were exposed to caulking fumes during a construction project at Raft River Elementary, they were told. Weyerhaeuser removed close to 3,000 cubic meters of contaminated soil from the site of a sawmill near Avola that had closed in early 1970s. The contamination appeared to be diesel or other fuel oil from an underground fuel line. It had come to light when the company was preparing to donate the land for a salmon rehabilitation project. Clearwater Improvement District trustees officially opened a new 300,000 gallon concrete water reservoir. The reservoir plus a second well should give more consistent water pressure, said water committee chair Don Arksey. The CID paid $38,700 to purchase eight acres of land from Slocan. The property would be held in reserve to expand the sewage disposal system.
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Close to 250 people attended a public information meeting to learn more about a proposed swimming pool complex. Tough questions were asked, but the general mood of the meeting seemed to be in favor of the pool. Property taxes would go up by $1.43 per 1,000 assessment, they were told. Clearwater resident Max Tanner was unhappy to find items
the family had left on their son’s grave had been removed by the CID maintenance staff. If this has to be done, Max asked the district trustees to look at different ways of going about it.
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The federal government announced it was contributing $1.23 million toward wildfire fuel management to be done around Clearwater and Vavenby. This, plus money from the province and Union of B.C. Municipalities, brought the total to $2.5 million being spent to protect the communities from wildfire plus to create jobs. Rapidly rising offroad motorcycle racer and former Vavenby's Cory Graffunder was contracted by Husqvarna Motorcycles North America to compete in the 2010 season. Although the talent scouts had their eyes on the likeable young Canadian rider all season long, it was his being on the podium after Round #2 of the AMA EnduroCross Series that really opened their eyes. Work was progressing on fuel management prescriptions and treatments, according to District of Clearwater wildfire protection coordinator Wes Bieber. Requests for proposals for fuel management treatments on three School District properties (Clearwater Secondary, Vavenby Elementary and the schoolbus yard) were expected to be awarded mid-November. YEAR AGO:
TNRD board approved allocating $5,000 to support an application for UNESCO Geopark status for the volcanoes of Wells Gray Park and area. The regional district directors also approved giving $5,000 to Wells Gray Outdoor Club to help pay for phase one of the proposed Candle Creek mountain bike trail. About 400 parade participants and onlookers took part in Remembrance Day ceremonies in Clearwater.
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Aboriginal Cultural Centre getting major award Times Staff North Thompson Aboriginal Cultural Centre Society (NTACC) has been awarded $120,000 by the National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC), according to NTACC spokesperson Cindy Wilgosh. “I'm still in shock. After seven years of struggling, here we are,” she said. “How very exciting is this ... not to mention seeing Clearwater on the map. Yaaaa hoooo!” According to NAFC, more than 100 letters of intent were evaluated against the program’s terms and conditions. Of these, more than 40 organizations were encouraged to submit full proposals and a subsequent 20 were recommended for consideration and approval by a national adjudication committee. The committee considered a number of factors in its decision including demographics and population, remoteness, range of services delivered and governance and financial management capacity. The following 10 organizations will be brought into the network of service delivery under the realigned Urban Aboriginal Strategy:
NunatuKavut Community Council Inc. (Labrador City, N.L.); Native Council of Nova Scotia (Truro, N.S.); Native Friendship Centre of Montreal (Que.); Peel Aboriginal Network (Mississauga, Ont.); Centre for Aboriginal Human Resource Development Inc. (Winnipeg, Man.); Ka Ni Kanichik Inc. (Winnipeg, Man.); West Flat Citizen Group (Prince Albert, Sask.); Miywasin Society of Aboriginal Services (Alta.); Laichwiltach Family Life Society (Campbell River, B.C.); and The North Thompson Aboriginal Cultural Centre Society (Clearwater, B.C.).
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Competing for Beatbox crown Clearwater's own Chris Gouchie is traveling to Toronto to represent B.C. at the fifth annual Canadian Beatbox Championships on Saturday, Nov. 8 at the Virgin Mobile Mod Club. The nation's top 16 vocal percussionists will battle to represent Canada at the World Beatbox Battle event in Berlin, Germany. The night will also feature live performances from Eh440, Northbuck Krump and a loop station showcase. Check out Gouchie's video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCGjftt_ beM&index=20&list=UUxokaa9hsV2GgeKGsUS3PQ Photo submitted
Meeting at Argo reviews winter procedures Times Staff Nearly 20 people met in the Argo yard in Clearwater on Oct. 15 for the annual winter awareness meeting with stakeholders. Those present included representatives from Argo Road Maintenance, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, RCMP, BC Parks, District of Clearwater, School District 73, Borrow Enterprises, tow companies, and traffic control companies. Purpose of the meeting was to prepare for winter, discus any winter concerns and familiarize each other with any new faces,
said Argo general manager Harvey Nelson. Harvey noted that, although last winter was quiet and not too cold, the freeze-thaw cycle meant that Argo' salt and sand usage was the highest since the winter of 1996/1997. Winter shift started on Oct. 14 and will end on March 15, said Justin van Iterson, Argo operations manager. Winter shift provides 24 hours per day, seven days per week coverage. Half a dozen Argo trucks have new electronics for materials spreading. Drivers, at their discretion, will be allowed to
turn off their spinners when meeting other vehicles. There will be no recoveries during snowstorms if the vehicle is off the road and the site is clean. Instead, the vehicle will be tagged with yellow caution “All Clear” tape. It will be recovered when safe to do so, usually after the storm. Using “All Clear” tape has cut down on the number of duplicate callouts. Vandalism and fuel theft continues to be a problem at some Argo yards. People are asked to keep their eyes open and to report any suspicious activities.
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of a treasure hunt. With the interior spiffed up, the exterior changes are next on the agenda. Hazel's Housing has the contract to finish off the outside. The siding has already been applied to the new addition
and crews are now working to prepare the old building for the same vinyl siding. The work is progressing carefully. The old building isn't as square, level or plumb as the carpenters might
like and they are being sure to measure and cut carefully. New windows will also be installed in the old section of the thrift store. The construction will not affect the store's business hours.
Jan Westendorp of Hazel's Housing removes an old window on the old section of the Hospital Auxiliary Thrift store in Vavenby recently. Photo submitted
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Youth learn about democracy and civic engagement Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development VICTORIA – Young people from throughout British Columbia gained insight into the history and value of democracy and the role of government and its key institutions while in Victoria recently. Democracy in Action youth conference was a two-day pilot project for approximately 30 youth held Oct. 27-28. Supported by the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development and B.C. Rotary Clubs, the conference was aimed at fostering a better understanding of the privileges and responsibilities of citizenship and promoting active engagement in civic duties and opportunities in home communities. “Democracy is at the heart of our societal values,” said Coralee Oakes, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development. “This program is designed to encourage future leaders to actively take part in civic duties to ensure their communities, and this
province, remain vibrant and engaged.” The 16-to-18-year-old participants explored the founding of democracy in British Columbia, the establishment of B.C. as a province and the role it played in the First World War at workshops led by experts at the Royal BC Museum. Special artifacts will be on display, including letters, uniforms and photographs from the First World War and the Douglas Commission proclamation that created the Crown Colony of British Columbia in 1858. Conference activities included meeting Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon during a learning session at Government House, and various workshops on the electoral process and the operations of government presented by Elections BC, government leaders and senior officials. The youth also learned about opportunities to experience democracy in action in home communities during the Nov. 15 municipal elections, such as encouraging family members to vote, attending community Remembrance Day events, or becoming involved with a youth parliament organization.
(L-r) Former East Blackpool resident Neil Walther (now a resident of Kamloops) and Clearwater's Megan Sim meet with Kamloops-North Thompson MLA Terry Lake in Victoria. The two were among 30 young people from across B.C. who took part in Democracy in Action, an initiative of Minister Coralee Oakes. The conference on how our government works was held Oct. 26-28 in Victoria. Photo submitted
Construction begins on new surgical services area at RIH Interior Health KAMLOOPS – Construction has begun on a new operating room and related support areas at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) that, once complete, will provide Kamloops-area patients with enhanced access to surgical services. “The surgeons and nurses at Royal Inland do a great job each and every day in providing quality care to the patients they serve and they will soon have access to a state-ofthe-art operating room,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “I’m excited that construction for this project is now under way, as the surgical unit provides a critical service to patients in the region,” said Todd Stone, Kamloops South-
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Thompson MLA. “Future ated on the surgical unit surgery, or approximately “CHRISTMAS AT THE COTTAGE” plans call for the eventual through a conversion of 20-25 per week. Photograph and Craft Sale existing space dedicated construction of a new Construction will be to the operating suites. surgical tower at RIH.” completed in four phases, November 27 - December 3 The new OR will be While the project with completion antici11:00 AM - 8:00 PM DAILY pated in spring 2015. revolves around the addi- designated for elective AT THE HOME OF HILDA REIMER tion of an operating The OR project capiprocedures, and will tal cost is approximately theatre to the current become the ninth OR at 3684 BIRCH IS. LOST CREEK RD. $3.6 million, and will surgical unit at RIH, the the hospital. Of the curVAVENBY, BC - 250-676-9511 rent ORs, seven are for be shared between the renovation also encom(4 km past Vavenby bridge - signs will be posted) passes services and space elective surgeries and one Ministry of Health, Come enjoy a relaxing cup of tea and browse through a that support surgical is reserved for emergency Interior Health, the selection of Photo and Christmas greeting cards, procedures. There will be surgeries. Each elective Thompson Regional calendars, fine art prints, homemade crafts and more. upgrades to biomedical theatre can perform four Hospital District engineering and respirato five procedures per (TRHD) and the RIH tory areas at RIH, as well day, depending on the Foundation. as the addition of four beds Wells Gray Community for use after Forest (2010) Society surgery, in the with apsule post-anesthetic Invitation to Join MICHELLE recovery area. LEINS Board of Trustees New equipomments ment will The Wells Gray Community Forest (2010) Society requires outfit the new a Community-at-Large representative to sit on its World Pneumonia Day is on Nov. 12. Pneumonia is the #1 killer of children under the age OR, and a new 7-member Board of Trustees. of five worldwide and is responsible for nearly one in five child deaths annually. Over 99 per equipment cent of these deaths occur in the developing world. This is very sad because pneumonia is The position is open to residents living within the District storage area of Clearwater and Wells Gray Country (TNRD Electoral a treatable illness. The solution is better access to vaccines, improved sanitation, promotion will be cre-
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of breastfeeding and frequent hand washing as well as use of clean cookstoves to reduce indoor air pollution. Signing up for organ donation is a good thing. Nearly 80 per cent of those on the transplant list are waiting for a kidney. It costs about $60,000 yearly to maintain someone on hemodialyis. A kidney transplant costs about $23,000 with about $6,000 per year for medication. So one kidney donation can save approximately $250,000 in healthcare costs over five years. And it dramatically increases someone’s quality of life. Have you registered as an organ donor yet? At the end of the flu season, the flu virus seems to disappear. It doesn’t really but doesn’t spread as easily in the spring as in the fall and winter. Also flu shots give some immunity to the flu. Now is the time to improve your immunity to the flu this season. Put ‘get my flu shot’ on your “to do” list today. Science is always changing. Our knowledge of the body, diseases and treatments is also evolving through building on past knowledge to produce new and better ways of managing health problems. That’s how science works. As pharmacists, we are proud to be part of your healthcare team. Use our knowledge to help expand your knowledge of your health and the science behind maintaining it.
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ICBC and police warn drivers of icy road conditions Submitted As the temperature drops and conditions get darker, ICBC and police warn drivers to be prepared for the driving in the fall and winter and adjust their driving to the road conditions. Every October, there is an average of 26 crashes resulting in injuries or death due to driving too fast for the conditions in the Southern Interior. That number more than triples to 97 in December as driving conditions worsen. In poor conditions, slow down, increase your following distance and give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination. Tips: • Consider using your headlights whenever visibility is reduced – not only at night – to help you see and be seen. • Ice and snow can hit unexpectedly. Early in the season, make sure your tires are rated for the conditions you may be driving in and check your tire pressure regularly – pressure drops in cold weather and overinflated tires can reduce gripping. • When severe winter conditions arrive, consider alternatives to help you get to work safely – take transit if possible, work from home or adjust your hours of work to avoid rush hour traffic. If you will be driving, visit drivebc.ca to check road conditions for your entire route and for possible road closures. • In extreme temperatures, keep your gas tank at least half-full to prevent freezing, top up your windshield wiper fluid and pack an emergency kit in your vehicle in case you get stranded or stuck. Clear off any snow that has accumulated on your vehicle so that it doesn’t fall off while driving.
Fireworks explode in the night sky as part of a display put on by Vavenby Volunteer Fire Department.
Princess Kelsey Rexin appears unperturbed by the ghouish monster lurking behind her shoulder (otherwise known as Denny MacDonald). They were taking part in a community Hallowe'en party at the Vavenby Hall on Oct. 31.
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Host and guests dress up for the occasion. Pictured are (l-r) Anita Teatro of the D-bar-E Ranch near Vavenby, Simon Cladders of Germany, Arthur Michelet of Belgium, Kerrod Harvey of Australia, and (front) Christie Cooper of Australia.
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There was a fantastic Hallowe’en party held at the community hall on the night of Oct. 31. Between 70 to 80 children and adults – a great turn out for Vavenby – showed up to take part in the costume judging, to eat the free hot dogs and drink the free hot chocolate, to gather around the huge bonfire, and to watch the awesome fireworks at the end of the night. There were five groups for the costume judging – preschool, Kindergarten and Grade 1, Grades 2 and 3, Grades 4 to 7, and Grade 8 to adults. One ribbon with special printed on it was handed out to each age group. There were eight specials handed out to the Grade 8 – adult category. Everyone else received a participant ribbon. Suckers and a Hallowe’en candy were also handed out. Many thanks must be given to Val Bellows and Kathy Cederholm for organizing such a great party and for all those who helped. Costume judges were Marge Taylor, Sandra Graffunder, and
Lorne Yoerger. Working in the kitchen were Bellows, Cederholm, Lori Koch, and Fay Jones. Thanks also to Vavenby Volunteer Fire Department for building and tending the bonfire and for setting off the fireworks. Thanks must also be given to the organizations and many people who made such generous donations to help bring back this community event. It would not have been possible without this money. Students have Hallowe'en fun On Wednesday, Oct. 29, the Strong Start children at Vavenby School made Hallowe’en cookies for their craft. The children were handed some dough. They rolled it out flat and then chose a cookie cutter. After cutting out their cookie they decorated it. Pizza was served for their snack. This was a special day. The primary students (Kindergarten to Grade 3) celebrated Hallowe’en in the afternoon. They looked into a tank of water to see some “ghost eyes” float-
ing around. One student, Hunter Crystall, said that they were very difficult to see because they were ghost eyes. The children watched a movie called Scooby Doo and the Enchanted Werewolf and they were given goodie bags. It was a fun afternoon. Colouring contest winners Winners of Vavenby General Store’s colouring contest were: Courtney Prince for the five-and-under age group, Gavin Prince for age group six to nine, and Dakota Flegel for age group 10 and up. Prizes were based on an art theme. Boil notice returns Vavenby residents were phoned on Wednesday, Oct. 29, and put back on boil water until further notice. No darts on Thursday There will be no darts at the community hall on Thursday, Nov. 6, because of the all candidates’ forum in Clearwater that night.
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Left: Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department member Lee Thorpe wields a pulaksi - a tool with an axe on one side and a hoe on the other, as he diigs a fire out of duff near the Candle Creek cross-country ski trails on Friday, Oct. 31. Above: The fire shows a bit of open flame as firefighters search for hot spots. Area residents report smelling smoke for a week to 10 days before calling first BC Forest Service and then the fire department.
MATTAWA, ON – the Canadian Institute of Forestry – Institut forestier du Canada (CIFIFC) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the inaugural Prince of Wales Forest Leadership Award. The award is a joint partnership between the Prince of Wales’ Duchy of Cornwall and the Institute of Chartered Foresters in the United Kingdom, along with TD Bank and the CIFIFC in Canada. It recognizes the potential in young forestry leaders in both Canada and the UK by enabling university and college students or recent graduates to gain international forestry experience. A total of four award winners, two from Canada and two from the UK, will take part in the International Forestry Student Exchange Program during the summer of 2015. Participating students will work with a range of employers in their partner country, offering a broad range of interdisciplinary forestry experience in policy, planning and field work. Winners will receive a bursary of C$12,000 total to cover travel and other expenses. In Canada, the selection committee will take applications from applicants who have completed at least three years of an accredited university program, one year of a college forestry or natural resources program, one year of a Master’s program or are recent graduates. The deadline for application is Nov. 30: www.cif-ifc.org/forestleadership-award/.
Late season forest fire near Candle Creek ski trails Clearwater fire chief Mike Smith uses a light econo-line hose as he wets down the fire. With him is Lee Thorpe and behind him is Dan Daase. Cause of the fire has not been determined but is believed to be human-related. A thick canopy kept the duff on the forest floor dry despite recent rainfall. The fire was less than 100 m east of the ski trail parking lot.
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Oldtimers play hockey Clearwater Hawk Don Pendergast (r) slips around a Kamloops Electric Motor Chargers opponent during an Oldtimers hockey tournament at the Sportsplex on the weekend. Photo by Keith McNeill
Clearwater Secondary School Junior Girls coach Reid Rebinsky (l) talks to the team during a play-day at the school on Monday of last week. The girls beat Barriere but lost to Westsyde and Brocklehurst. Photo by Keith McNeill Clearwater Hawk Donald Collins gets behind the Kamloops Electric Motor Chargers net during the Oldtimers hockey tournament. Two teams from Williams Lake plus one from Salmon Arm also took part. Photo by Keith McNeill
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Olympic speedskater, Josie Spence takes strides toward goal Adam Williams – Kamloops This Week Josie Spence has taken the next step toward realizing her Olympic dream. The Kamloops-born Spence, a speedskater who trains in Calgary and attends the University of Calgary, was officially named to Speed Skating Canada’s team for the fall ISU Long Track Speed Skating World Cup circuit on Wednesday, Oct. 29. “It means a lot,” Spence, a former member of the Kamloops River City Racers, told KTW. “I think that I’m still young and I’m still developing as a skater. “To be able to have this experience, to compete with such wellknown athletes in the circuit, is great and it’s really going to help me grow as an athlete.” The 20-year-old will compete for her country in four events overseas this fall. She will be in Obihiro, Japan, from Nov. 14 to 16; Seoul, South Korea, from Nov. 21 to 23; Berlin, Germany, from Dec. 5 to 7; and Heerenveen, Netherlands, from Dec. 12 to 14. Last season, Spence, who is a member of Canada’s National Development Team, competed in two North American World Cup events. She made her debut in
Calgary and later raced in an event in Salt Lake City, Utah. She qualified for the fall World Cup circuit last week, with a pair of races in Calgary. She finished second in both the 1,500- and 5,000-m distances, crossing the line in 1:59.65 and 7:18.66, respectively. Skating overseas won’t be new for Josie. She skated, coincidentally, in Obihiro in 2012, for the World Junior Speed Skating Championships. “It’ll just show me how committed I need to be to pursue that,” Spence said. Though it would be difficult for anyone to question Spence’s commitment level, even now. She trains six days a week in Calgary, twice each day, resting only on Sundays. She’s also a part-time biological sciences student at the UofC. “To be able to remove myself from the skating atmosphere and just to dig into schooling is important to me, just to have the balance of the two things.” Long term, she’s hoping to make a return to South Korea in 2018 for the winter Olympic Games. “I think it is an achievable goal,” Spence said. “I just need to keep on improving like I am now and I’ll get there.”
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Church of St. Paul hosts Presbytery Rev. Brian Krushel, pastor/ priest/minister – North Thompson Pastoral Charge The Church of St. Paul in Barriere was pleased to host the Fall meeting of the Kamloops-Okanagan Presbytery of the United Church of Canada the Oct. 24-26 weekend. Lay and clergy representatives from all the United Churches from Lillooet to Golden to Osoyoos to Princeton were in attendance, 75 in all. The meeting gathered around the theme “Vitality in our Congregations” and explored what it means
to meet the challenges of being a church in a changing world. It was also a time to hear reports of what has been happening around the region and what has been happening in other jurisdictions (provincial and national). Meetings like this always have some business to do which is necessary for keeping churches and their denomination running efficiently. All was done in a spirit of joy and enthusiasm! Many of the presbytery delegates attended the Sunday worship service at the Church of St. Paul, which concluded the weekend. That service was a
TNRD and Little Fort Rec Society sign operating agreement on community hall Barriere Star/ Journal The Little Fort Farmers Institute were the original owners of the Little Fort Community Hall. In December of 2000 there were only three surviving members of the Farmers Institute, they were Bill Belcham, Bob Cartwright and Jack Livingstone. At that time these members passed a resolution to move the hall ownership to the Little Fort Recreation Society. On Nov. 24, 2001, the above resolution was rescinded because the Little Fort Recreation Society was not allowed to hold property in their name, and Little Fort did not have a municipal government to take charge. The Thompson Nicola Regional District (TNRD) then took over the ownership of the hall in trust for the Community of Little Fort. In early 2005, Barb Denton, then president of the Little Fort
Recreation Society, initiated the move to have a proper operating agreement in place spelling out the responsibilities of the Society and the TNRD. “The hall in Little Fort was a first for the TNRD to own, so we were starting from scratch,” said Denton, “Lots of back and forth discussions happened between the TNRD and the Little Fort Recreation Society.” Almost 10 years later, with many hours of volunteer labour involved, the agreement was finally signed between the Society and the TNRD on Oct. 26, 2014, by outgoing president Barb Denton and outgoing vice-president Darlene Jennings. “A huge thank you goes out to TNRD Area “O” representative Bill Kershaw for helping to iron out the final details as well as the TNRD for their patience and understanding during this long process,” commented Denton.
Reformation celebration honouring the church’s Protestant heritage. The Church of St. Paul was assisted in its hosting duties by its sister church, Clearwater United Church. Together these two churches form the North Thompson Pastoral Charge and are served full time by Rev. Brian Krushel, an ordained Lutheran pastor. The Church of St. Paul is an ecumenical shared ministry of the Anglican, United and Lutheran Churches. Their name is an acronym which stands for Serving Together as a Parish of Anglicans, Uniteds and Lutherans.
The Church of St Paul and Clearwater United Church host the Fall meeting of Kamloops-Okanagan Presbytery recently in Barriere. The Presbytery is a governing body of the United Church of Canada with 70 representatives from 35 congregations attending. The area includes communities as far south as Osoyoos, as far north as Vavenby, as far east as Lillooet and as far east as Golden. Star/Journal photo by Elli Kohnert
Saying thanks for the work (L-r) Pat Gilbart and Derrick Limpright of Abbotsford share a joke with mayor John Harwood during a lunch hosted by District of Clearwater on Oct. 28. The event was put on to thank the workers at the new BuyLow store (in background) now nearing completion plus celebrate Small Business Week. Photo by Keith McNeill
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Who to better represent Blue River-Avola? Times Staff Could a person who lives in Kamloops better represent the Blue River-Avola area than a person who lives in Blue River? That was the question voters faced during an election forum held Thursday evening in the Blue River Community Hall. Max Lentz, a Kamloops resident who was Thompson-Nicola Regional District director for Thompson Headwaters (Area B) until he lost his seat three years ago, was trying to convince forum participants that he should get his job back. Willow MacDonald, the Blue River resident who defeated Lentz in 2011, worked hard to convince those present that she should continue as their TNRD director. “Three years ago I stood in this very room and asked for your support,” MacDonald said. “I feel proud to serve as your director.” Although just in her first term, MacDonald was elected vice-chair of the TNRD, something that would indicate she has the respect of her peers. She's also been chosen to serve on the boards of Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) and Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA). “When I go places to work on those boards, I bring Blue River and the North Thompson with me,” she said. “I don't think it takes away from my job.” For achievements, she pointed to $100,000 in gas tax funding she's brought into Blue River and Avola, as well as another $90,000 to be spent on Lake Eleanor Park. When the Mud Lake railroad crossing was closed last winter because of a snowmobil-
ing incident, she helped get it re-opened and declared a public crossing. She's improved the transit bus situation so more people can get into Clearwater and Kamloops. MacDonald is also working to improve the RCMP coverage in the area. Max Lentz said he brought experience in business and government to the job. He felt he had done a good job during his earlier term as TNRD director and wanted to do the same again. Cellphone coverage and high speed internet were two of his accomplishments while director, he said. He wasn't interested in running for office in Kamloops because he preferred to work in small communities. Several local businesses had encouraged him to run, he said, and he had worked with at least three companies to bring new business to the community. Bill Karas of Glacier Mountain Lodge asked why Lentz, before his first term, had said he would not be asking the regional district to reimburse his expenses but, once elected, had asked to be reimbursed. Lentz replied that, when he had first run, he had not appreciated how expensive it would be to drive back and forth to Blue River constantly. The regional district has money budgeted for travel but he ended up having to pay his expenses out of his own pocket. River Safari owner Russ Critchlow asked why Lentz had not mentioned tourism when he was talking about economic opportunities. Lentz said it had been because he had run out of time. He pointed out that he had brought in an MBA student who had written a thesis on the opportunities in the area.
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Obituaries IN LOVING MEMORY
IN LOVING MEMORY
OLSON Ronal Wayne December 23, 1941 - October 16, 2014
FOSTER Colleen Celeste (nee Green) October 29, 1935 – October 27, 2014 Dying two days short of her 79th birthday, perhaps Colleen's last recollection was of being the 12 lb newborn who caused her mother's heart to stop during birth. In 1935 Midway, BC had no doctor but her mother, Freda Fern Green (nee - Hammerstrom), survived the ordeal and went on to give Colleen 4 brothers; Nels, Thor, Eric and Christopher. Being the big sister of 4 brothers had its challenges but their roaming adventures into the environs around their many homes prepared her well to care for her own family and keep them safe. Colleen's father, Tuno Green, was a Swedish emigrant and master carpenter who moved his young family often to numerous communities in BC in order to work on various construction jobs. During the summer of 1954 the family packed up their trusty 1936 Pontiac and on the wishes of her mother this time, headed out to explore the North Thompson Valley. On their first night, they slept on the beach at Dutch Lake. Loving the area, her family settled here a few years but for Colleen, Clearwater would become her home for the next 60 years. After a nomadic childhood Colleen yearned
for the stability and connectedness to a permanent home and community. It was here she met and dated John Alvin Foster, a local trucker, and they married in 1955. Over the next 17 years, John and Colleen had 6 children; John Jr., Lee Ann, Shelley (newborn died Sept. 1959), Suzanne, Jason and Dana. Colleen described herself as a 'Tomboy' and a 'bit of a rebel'. She had a strong sense of moralism and was highly idealistic. These traits set in motion her activism in helping to protect the environment and the rights of Canadian citizens. In 1971 Colleen was a founding member of the Yellowhead Ecological Association. Colleen was an avid photographer and many of her photos were used for local marketing initiatives. Colleen will be best remembered for her gardens at Glen Eddy, her deep love and caring for her family and her determination to help protect the quality of life for the residents of the North Thompson Valley. A memorial for Colleen will be held Saturday, November 8 at the Clearwater Ski Club Lodge 566 Dunn Lake Road Clearwater at 1:00
pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. Please bring a photo memory of Colleen to hang on a photo memory clothes line. The family of Colleen wish to thank the nurses and staff at Forestview Place in Clearwater for their loving care and attention to our dear mother during her last days. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Colleen's name to Forestview Place Clearwater, BC. Arrangements entrusted to North Thompson Funeral Services, Clearwater, BC, telephone: 250-6743030. Online condolences to the family may be sent to NTfuneral.com
Ronald Wayne Olson passed away in Royal Inland Hospital on October 16, 2014 after a short battle with cancer. Left behind to grieve his loss are his family who loved him dearly: his wife of 33 years, Alice; step-daughters, Diane (Russ) Steele, Esther Webster; sisters, Darlene (Roy) Braaten, Shyrell Pyrch; brother, Cliff (Betty) Olson; aunt, Violet Machmer, uncle and aunt, Cliff and Marj Rock; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, stepgrandchildren and step-greatgrandchildren. Predeceased by his father Ernest George Olson, mother Idy Lillian (Rock) Olson, sister Violet Meek. Ronnie was born at the New Westminster Hospital on December 23, 1941. He lived in Hammond, B.C. until 1950 when he moved to Clearwater with his parents. He attended both elementary and high school here in Clearwater. Ronnie then was mainly employed in the North Thompson area forest industry, from Clearwater in both the gang and saw mills to Birch Island, Vavenby and Blue River. In 1981 he met Alice and together they spent 25 years working and enjoying Clearwater. He retired in 1997 when, with the tremendous community support from the citizens of Clearwater, he underwent a heart transplant.
In 2007 Ronnie and Alice moved to Kamloops as health travel was becoming more difficult. There they enjoyed having coffee with friends, music in the park and gardening. Ronnie was a quiet man who loved and felt blessed with such a wonderful family. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, oil painting, gardening and woodworking. He loved the outdoors. As a young fellow his favourite job was working with BC Parks building trails in the Wells Gray and building the North Thompson campground. He always felt Clearwater to be his home and always loved reminiscing with others about the history of the town and its people. He will be so very missed by us all.
Rotory working to rid the world of polio Kay Knox On World Polio Day, Oct. 24, members of Clearwater Rotary set up a table outside Safety Mart and Ursula Schaer lined up a variety of colours of nail polish plus fancy sprinkles. As had occurred at the Canoe Regatta, people (a few brave men among them) had one or more fingernails painted. On learning that each vaccine costs only $0.60, many pulled out loose change to add to already generous donations. These, counting both occasions, came up to almost $550, which the Rotary Club rounded
up to $600. Better still, this will be matched by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Thus Clearwater will have generated antipolio vaccine for 1,000 children. Officially called Poliomyelitis, it has also been known as infantile paralysis because of the way the body is affected. Historically, iron lungs kept people alive by keeping their chests moving so they were breathing. Just a few countries are still fighting this dreaded childhood disease, including Afghanistan, parts of the Middle East and mid-Eastern Africa. However, the flight of refugees in
war-torn parts of the world makes it difficult to keep track of children who have not yet been vaccinated. When young people approached Rotary’s fingernail-painting table, they were first asked if they knew what polio was. A surprising number did not know a thing about it. The idea is of this ongoing project, led by Rotary (since 1985), UNICEF, and the World Health Organization, is to wipe out this debilitating disease completely. And that happy prospect is “This close...” says Rotary International’s worldwide ad campaign.
Hazel Wadlegger has her pinkie painted for polio immunization while attending the Rotary convention for District 5060 held in Yakima, Washington earlier this year. The finger-painting idea was adopted by Clearwater’s Rotary Club for World Polio Day on Oct. 24. Photo by Kay Knox
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Flying like a bird Willy Rens and Sigrid Vermeulen invite more local residents to take up para-gliding. The couple have been enjoying the sport for more than 20 years and have flown all over the world. They work as outdoor guides in the North Thompson Valley and say this area is ideal, although not for the beginner. The photo mosaic shows a gathering of para-gliders that took place last summer and made use of a take-off point they have developed above Birch Island. Photos show (l-r, top to bottom): Willy Rens taking off from a take-off point they have developed overlooking Birch Island, Sigrid Vermeulen models a pair of dark glasses, Willy Rens packs up his chute, preparing to land at the couple's property in Grier after taking off from near Birch Island, a wind-sock is essential to show the direction and strength of the wind, Sigrid comes in for a landing, and a high elevation view of Grier. Photos submitted
North to Alaska – Part 1: Setting the scene for trip Before starting out, we told anyone who would listen: “We’re going north.” “How far north?” all would ask. “I hope we get to Fairbanks, Alaska,” was husband John’s usual response. “It’s all new territory to me,” was my helpful contribution. “How long will you be gone?” inevitably followed. “One month,” John would say. “As soon as we see the first frozen pond, we head south.” “Six weeks,” I’d say optimistically. But he
Trekking Tales
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was right. John, the geologist, had worked in
northern B.C. and the Yukon, being flown from northern communities to remote areas where he often stayed for months on exploration forays. But that was decades ago, and he was keen to see what it looks like now. Consequently, John was tour director and navigator, usually my role. Despite much to occupy me in the months leading up to our mid-August departure date, I still had to sit on my hands to resist organizing. We
both pulled it off, even though John’s route had us counting off the miles of Alaska Highway backwards. “That’s a long way to travel in reverse,” I could not resist commenting. Our comfortable, elderly fifth wheel was supposed to part of a trip north many years ago, but during the delays that followed, thanks to heavy cladding added to its frame, the truck’s mileage was halved (or do I mean doubled?) Anyway, truck and RV stayed home; car
and credit card would see much use. Our back-up plan, in case of “no room at the inn” was packed into a large car-topper: tent, bedding, backpacking stove and such. “We don’t want to open that again until we are home,” we stated. Happily, it stayed shut and its contents were dry and dust free when we opened it in our driveway a month later. Setting the odometer’s trip meter in Little Fort, we stopped first at my bestest bud-
dy’s home in McLeese Lake. Next day we met Quesnel family and friends for lunch and drove to Wells to sample the irresistible fish and chips they had been telling us about. More friends welcomed us to Prince George that evening. Despite living there for many years, they had never been on the Historical Walk; our being there provided the perfect excuse. All of us had been connected to Prince George in 1960s and 70s, so the descriptions
had special meaning, as we learned more about that time and earlier decades in that once disreputable city. This friend’s mother remembers waiting for husband Bill there and being approached by a woman who said roughly: “Beat it. This is my corner!” On the day we left, adding groceries to provide breakfasts and one picnic per day and filling the gas tank, we wondered what prices lay ahead. We had now run out of friends. The credit card was about to heat up!