Clearwater Times, September 20, 2012

LOCATED AT BROOKFIELD SHOPPING CENTRE • CLEARWATER, BC • 250 674 2213LOCATED AT BROOKFIELD SHOPPING CENTRE • CLEARWATER, BC • 250 674 2213

OVER 1000 SPECIALS EVERY WEEKOVER 1000 SPECIALS EVERY WEEK

SAFETY MART FOODSSAFETY MART FOODSARMSTRONG MELTS CHEESE SLICES

500G $2.99/EA

CAMPBELL’S V-8 JUICE 1.36L TIN $1.88/EA

Jeremy ReidServing the

Clearwater area

250-374-1461

JeremS

Clear

250-37

GET IT SOLD FASTGET IT SOLD FASTGive me a call!!Give me a call!!

Keith McNeill

Inadequate electrical power is the biggest obstacle holding back the proposed Harper Creek cop-per-gold-silver mine near Vavenby.

The municipalities of Clearwater and Barriere plan to work together at the Union of BC Municipalities convention this week to get electrical power for the mine and for other develop-ments in the North Thompson Valley.

“Power is the key. Without power we can do nothing,” Yellowhead Mining president Ian Smith said during an open house held Sept. 13 at the Community Resource Center in Clearwater.

“We’ve been working with BC Hydro for years on this and they still haven’t selected a route for the upgrade. So far, they’ve nar-rowed it down to two, and will decide on which of those it will be next spring. If private industry worked on that schedule, they’d be dead.”

The power supply to the North Thompson Valley is barely adequate for present needs and provides no room for growth, said Smith. It is also not as reliable as it should be, as shown by the wildfires of 2003 when the single transmission line was cut.

Many people in the Valley want the project to go ahead, he said. There are quite a few who work in mines in Alberta and elsewhere in B.C. They would welcome the opportunity to work locally, with-out the long commutes.

Smelters, trading companies and industrial companies are inter-

ested in the proposed copper-gold-silver mine at Harper Creek going ahead, Smith said. One of the main attractions to them is that the ore has low levels of contaminants such as arsenic.

“We’re not in that category. Our concentrate would be clean,” he said.

The Yellowhead Mining presi-

dent said their feasibility study says the mine would provide employment to Valley residents for at least 28 years, but he expected it would last longer than that.

District of Clearwater has supported the project since first approached by Yellowhead Mining, said town councilor Jon Kreke.

“One of the messages we want to take to UBCM is the need for increased sources of power, not just for Yellowhead but for other projects as well,” Kreke said.

The Clearwater council mem-ber said they plan to meet with the premier, ministers and BC Hydro, and will present them all with the same message.

“Everyone’s going to ben-efit,” said Barriere Mayor Bill Humphreys.

“In my opinion, this is the pre-mier project for the region. If BC Hydro does what it should, it will be finished on time.

“It would be nice if Hydro would provide stable, adequate, long-term power to the Valley. That would allow all sorts of projects to go ahead, not just Harper Creek,” he said.

The Barriere mayor said there are one or more sub-divisions ready to go ahead in his area, but they would have difficulty proceeding without increased electrical capacity.

Humphreys contrasted BC Hydro’s slow speed on deciding on the route for a new power line into the Valley with what he felt was the quick pace of the Interior to Lower Mainland transmission project.

“Vancouver wants it for air conditioning,” said the Barriere mayor. “We need it for our liveli-hoods.”

Thursday, September 20, 2012 Volume 47 No. 38 www.clearwatertimes.com $1.40 Includes HST

TH

E

NORTH THOMPSON

TH

ETimes

LOCAL NEWS:Terry Lake supports roundabout proposal. See page A3.

KOSTAL CONE: Exploring the volcanoes of Wells Gray Park. See page A10 and A20.

Second PlaceGeneral Excellence

B.C. and Yukon<2,000 circulation

2012

Blue RibbonRunner-up

Best All Round Newspaper

All of Canada<1,250 circulation

2012

(L-r) Clearwater councilor Jon Kreke, Yellowhead Mining president Ian Smith, and Barriere mayor Bill Humphreys discuss the prospects for the proposed mine at Harper Creek during an open house held Sept. 13 in the Community Resource Center in Clearwater. Although mostly an information session, many of those who attended the open house were looking for work at the mine. Photo by Keith McNeill

More power needed for Harper Creek mine to move forward

“

”

One of the messages we want to take to UBCM is the need for increased sources of power, ...

Jon Kreke

A2 www.clearwatertimes.com Thursday, September 20, 2012 Clearwater Times

SUBMITTED

KAMLOOPS - On behalf of the Honorable Rona Ambrose, Minister

for Status of Women, Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo, recently

announced the launch of a call for proposals for projects that will prevent and reduce violence against women and girls

in Canada.“Our government is

taking concrete steps in the prevention and elim-ination of all forms of violence against women and girls by helping communities address this important issue,” said Minister Ambrose. “By inviting proposals for projects that address violence against women and girls, we are work-ing together to create safe communities for all.”

The Government

of Canada will accept funding applications for the call for propos-als, Working Together: Engaging communities to end violence against women and girls, in four thematic areas:

1. Preventing and reducing vio-lence against women and girls in high-risk neighbourhoods (Deadline: Oct. 12);

2. Engaging men and boys in ending violence against women and girls (Deadline: Oct. 12);

3. Preventing and reducing violence against women and girls in the name of “honor” (Deadline: Nov. 9); and

4. Preventing and reducing the traffick-ing of women and girls through community planning (Deadline: Nov. 9).

Eligible organiza-tions must address a number of predeter-mined criteria in their responses. For more information on this call for proposals, Working

Together: Engaging communities to end violence against women and girls, please visit women.gc.ca.

“It was very reward-ing to present the Yellowhead Community Service Society with significant funding back in May for their grass-roots project address-ing issues of violence and economic security affecting women and girls living in rural and remote communities,” said McLeod.

MP McLeod launches call for proposals to end violence against women

LOCAL EXPERT Larissa Hadley Managing Broker

[email protected]

21 pictures of all listings available at

www.century21rison.com

324 Harby Road $549,900Custom log hm-2 acres, view of Dutch Lk. 2 decks. Heated flrs & lrg lvg rm. Dlx ktch fir cab, granite CT, BI appl, WI pantry. Loft, lux. mstr w/BI dressers, jetted tub. 2bdrm bsmt suite 4853 Clw Valley Rd $489,900 - NEW40 acres 3 bdrm w/full bsmnt. Lrg dining, den & lvng rm wood insert. Upgrds: shower stall, taps, sinks, water tank, septic field, furnace, roof, paint & more. Gardens, fruit trees & Moul Creek. Chicken coops, fenced & x fenced. Gravity fed water & 2 water rights licenses.956 Barber Road $489,900 24 acre w/log home. Views. Full suite. Wood accents. 1 bdrm bsmt suite & cabin (rented). Veranda, Several buildings + horse stables, tack room & hay barn. Fenced & Xfenced. 549 Fawn Road $425,000 Double lot, view of Dutch lk. HW. Newer cabi-nets. 2 bdrms + 1 in basement w/mstr upstairs w/ensuite. Hot tub, pool & shop 24x30. Several decks covered & open on quiet subdivision3740 Birch Isl. Lost Creek Rd $379,900 - NEW PRICE 20+ acres, Reg Christie Creek w/waterfall. New windows, fixtures, refaced cabinets & flooring. View NT River. Unfin. bsmnt. Cabin, 3bay garage, detached shop. Hay fields. Eqmnt incld. Water rts 2 creeks & spring fed water. 2704 KP Road $379,000 9+ acre riverfront w/2 creeks, riding arena. Sundeck w/1500 ft of beach. 1536 sq.ft. Mstr, ensuite jetted tub. Updates: roof, furnace, HW tank & laminate. 32x90 building w/3bay garage games rm, 3 horse stalls, hay & dry storage 200amp, metal roof & water206 Murtle Rd $359,900- NEW PRICE4bdrm, 3bath, circle drive. Tiled foyer & mple HW. Open & mntn view. Modern baths, WI clos-ets, Levelor blinds, 2 lndry rms. Near amenities. New home warranty. 1209 Bain Road $339,900 - NEW PRICE Stunning view of valley, 3 bdrm rancher. Upgrades, flooring, new kitchen w/ granite counters, new wood stove, new roof, decking & recently repainted. Ont hsi terraced 2 acre property 1 bedroom guest house, 3 bay storage w/ 3 bay carport, large garden. 1441 Davy road $339,000 Updated log home w/tiled & wood fl ooring. 3 bdrm 1.5 bath Well maintained. Private w/trees, decks, pool & fenced. Garage & work out rm w/power & heat, pellet stove metal rf.

226 Blair Place $319,0003 bdrm, 2 baths & WI closets. AC, vac. UG sprklr. Oak ktchn, pantry, heated tile fl oor. Open. Fenced & lndscpd. Covered deck, open patio & view. 680 Hoirup Road $299,000 83.4 acres w/riverfront. Very private & fenced. 2 driveways, sheds & barn. Older home w/nice kitchen, covered deck & laminate fl ooring. 436 Riverside Rd $269,900 1 acre waterfront on the NT River. Well maintained open plan w/updated kitchen. Upgrades incld laminate, HW tank, vinyl windows & paint. New shop, lndspd & fully fenced front yard. 61 Camp Two Road $269,000 - NEW PRICE Up/down duplex on almost 1 acre. 3 bdrms 1bath on each level. Top is fully renovd’. Bsmnt is also fully renovd’. New wrap around deck & manicured yard. Attached carport1031 Raft River Rd $239,900Well maintained lrg lot. Ensuite, & WI closet. HW fl ooring, oil furnace w/new WETT approved WS back up. Private & fenced yrd. A 24.41 shop/garage w/11x18 loft offi ce, 12’ overhead door & 7’ shop door. 203 Murtle Road $239,900Centrally locatedw/town water & septic. Level en-try, garage, 3 bdrms. Back yard access. Verandah w/view of Raft Peak. Fully fenced yard. 349 HELMCKEN STREET $229,900Newly reno’d w/open plan, new kitchen baths & other features. Recently painted, partly fin. bsmnt. Backs on to park, fully fenced.23 Lodge Dr $219,900 - NEW PRICE Near downtown. Garage, RV cover, woodshed & lrg deck. Open plan. Crafted cabinets & new counters. 4 bdrms, 3 baths. Basement w/bdrm, bath, family room, cold rm & storage. Move in ready.145 NORFOLK RD $189,900 - NEW PRICE 3 bdrm. oak cabinets, lrg dining. Private deck & gardens. Near amenities. Lam. flooring & fresh paint. Mountain view, motivated seller1001 CLW VILLAGE RD $149,000 - NEWOpen concept 1 bdrm cabin on nice large lot. Upgrades incld flooring & bathrm. 20x16 shop & RV storage 28x11 & 2 bay carport 21x4 all covered with a metal roof. 24 hr notice.424 Riverside Road $145,000In Vavenby w/tons to offer. Solid home with 2 bedrooms up & 1 down, lrg family rm & great heating. Walking distance to the store and post office and has a view.2354 Petrol Road $129,000Lot w/mnt view, private & little traffic. New shingles & paint. Open plan w/wood features,

tile & lam. flooring. WStove. Lrg studio 9x23. Great for a young family. Garden space & boxes. Bareland strata $100/mnth.352 Ruby Road &124,900 Over a .5 acre overlooking the North Thompson River. Quiet area on CDS. 12 x 20 workshop, 24 x 30 2 bay RV storage & more. Great starter or retirement in Vavenby.19-561 Ridge Road $99,000MHP on Dutch Lake. 2 years old and lived in for less than a year. Modern kitchen with dark cupboards, 2 baths. Near amenities. 10x12 covered deck & 8x10 shed.68 Blanchard Rd $70,000 NEW PRICE Large lot. Metal roof over the home, deck & storage. Newer cabinets, counter & appl. Recent paint, laminate & HE wood stove .41 acres.289 Vavenby Bridge Road $47,000 - NEW PRICE Vavenby, this 4 bdrm home is close to amenities & recreation. Court Order: 46069, being sold “AS IS” and Schedule “A” applies.5-851 Old N Thompson Hwy $44,900 Newer mobile. 3 bdrms & a cozy kitchen, laun-dry & spacious back entrance. A small deck at the back allows for enjoying the summer evenings.13–121 Ferry Rd $29,000 NEW PRICE Thompson Crossing MHP. Clean 2 bdrm near NT River & bus service. Lrg living rm & kitchen/dining area. Well maintained. A/C avai.

COMMERCIAL257 Glen Road $379,000Mall & hall w/permit for 160 seating available. Commercial kitchen, storage & fenced yard. Pres-ently has 2 tenants FT & 1 PT & 1 avail. Willing to discuss all options. 24 hrs notice6176 Trout Creek Rd - REDUCED142 acres, ranch, Mill, woodlot & 35 acres peat moss bog. Close to Wells Gray Park. 3 lvl dove tailed cedar log home to lock up & sm log home w/several cabins. Trout Creek (w/water license) & lake. Approx 35 head of cattle. CAN BE NEGOTIATED WITHOUT SAWMILL, IT WOULD BE REMOVED 9892 Bean Road $46,000 .5+ acre. Services available at the lot line. . Excellent location corner of Hwy #5 & Hwy #24 (Lac Des Roche & 100 Mile). Offers. HST applies.121 Ferry Road $309,000So you want to own a pub? 70 seat pub with a 5 room hotel and 1 bdrm Manager’s suite. Fully

equipped kitchen, great highway exposure at the junction of Hwy 5 & Hwy 24 = large traffi c volume. Presently not operating and being sold “as is”.

LOTS AND ACRES1745 Birch Island Lost Crk Rd $319,000 1+ km of riverfront, pasture, 165+ acres. Lot A Trout Crk REDUCED $129,900 13+acre well & septic 5233 Clw Valley Rd $164,900 30acres Subdiv. 1068 Clw Valley Rd $139,900 5 acres min. to Clw. View of the valley. Close to all recre-ations yet very central.5321 Clw Valley Road $129,000 - NEW10 acres close to Wells Gray Park. Drilled well. W/WO basement w/view. Close to Clearwater yet rural. Possible W/O basement with a viewDL3891 Homestead Road $119,000 - NEW156 acres of rural property partially logged w/25 acre lake. Forestry road access, summer of winter recreation; hiking, sledding, x-country skiing or any other rural activ-ity. Great building sites 761 Hoirup Road $94,500 15+acres of private land North of Vavenby. Partial foundation ap-proved w/water & hydro in place. Nice acreage with lots of potential. Lot 2 Galliano Road $89,900 3.6 acres. Subdividable, Zoned R2. 1952 Dunn Lake Rd $40,000 1 acre1485 Davy Rd $30,000 - NEW 1.26 acres on the outskirts of town in Miller sub-division. Fully treed. Frontage & back alley.Stillwater Forest Service Rd 5 parcels totaling 350 acres, can be sold together for $270,000 or individually for an individual price.DL 3079 Stillwater Forest Ser Rd $99,000 .22 acres on an island in the NT river. Access over a Avola Forest Service Rd opposite of the NT River from Hwy 5. Unique treed property.

RISON REALTY32 E OLD N THOMPSON HWY • CLEARWATER, BC, V0E 1N0 • PH: 250-674-3999

COMMUNITYWhen we sell a property, the Brokerage & Rep jointly donate $50 to a local

charity or nonprofi t organization of the Seller’s choice

MAX AND LOUISE TANNER – CLEARWATER MINOR BALLCLARE AND GARTH WIGGILL – CLEARWATER FOOD BANKBRYAN AND GERRI COOK – CLEARWATER FOOD BANK

RON BITTERMAN (BETTY IRVINE) – ROYAL PURPLEMAX AND LOUISE TANNER – CLEARWATER MINOR BALL

SOLD

SOLD

Thompson CrossingThompson CrossingA New Beginning to Carefree LivingA New Beginning to Carefree Living

Itec Enterprises

MODULAR HOUSING DEVELOPMENTMODULAR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

Turn key & move inPursuing Strata

Visit our website itec-ent.com 250-587-6151

Clearwater Times Thursday, September 20, 2012 www.clearwatertimes.com A3

Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and Ministry of Environment

The B.C. government is mak-ing significant investments in the Clearwater area to improve safe-ty on Highway 5, and increase awareness and access to Wells Gray Provincial Park.

“The roundabout will give visitors even greater access to the Wells Gray Information Centre - a stone’s throw from the roundabout,” said Minister of Environment Terry Lake.

“Signage at the roundabout will let motorists traveling Highway 5 know about attrac-tions in the area, including pro-filing world-class Wells Gray Provincial Park, which will hopefully increase the number of visitors to the Clearwater area and the park.”

A new roundabout will replace the current intersection at the junction of Highway 5 and Clearwater Valley Road, which will reduce the potential for seri-ous crashes and improve safety

for local residents, visitors, tour-ists and commercial traffic using the corridor. The roundabout will calm traffic through the cor-ridor and beautify the northern entrance to the community of Clearwater and the main access route to Wells Gray Provincial Park.

“We listened to concerns from local community leaders about safety through the community, and developed this roundabout as the solution,” said Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Mary Polak.

“This project will help improve safety at the intersection while providing an interesting and appealing entrance to the community and the Wells Gray Park access.”

BC Parks and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure are working together to ensure the central design features of the roundabout highlight Clearwater’s proximity to the park.

The Yellowhead Highway 5 is a major north-south route linking British Columbia with Alberta. Because of this, the roundabout

will be able to accommodate the large commercial vehicles, including wide loads, that use the Yellowhead corridor.

Design and engineering work for the project is complete and the project will be out to tender shortly. Clearing of the right-of-way and relocation of under-ground water and sewer services will get underway this month, with roundabout construction underway next spring.

Completion of the new roundabout on Highway 5 in Clearwater is scheduled for September 2013.

In addition, BC Parks will be making improvements to Clearwater River Road in Wells Gray Provincial Park. The 20-kilometre project will improve the road’s drainage, reducing the amount of damage the road incurs during the annual freshet.

The road is used by park use permit holders, general recre-ationists, anglers and river rafters. Work on the road improvements is scheduled to begin this month and be completed by Nov. 30, 2012. An Invitation to Quote is posted on BC Bid.

Brad Bradbury

I have heard many people comment on tourism in the community since my arrival here in February of 2011. Most of the comments appear to focus on the fact that they are “not involved” in the tourism industry so it does not really affect them.

So, when Tourism Wells Gray conducted the 2012 “Tourism Economic Impact Study,” it was important to us that we had a better understand-ing of the financial implications of tourism to all residents, not just those directly involved with the industry.

One of the most visible and measurable ways in which we are all effected by tourism is the amount of money that travelers bring to the community and the wages they help pay.

During the summer approximately 15 per cent of the population is actively employed servicing the tourism industry in one way or another.

Many of these jobs are within businesses that focus on accommodation and food and beverage service. However, there are also a large army of people who work behind the scenes in areas such as landscaping, engineering, accounts, housekeep-ing, cooking, dishwashing, maintenance, electrical, plumbing, driving and retail.

All of these jobs increase during the tourist sea-son, bringing much needed additional revenue to the community.

The continued success of tourism within our community enables hotels, resorts, campsites, bed-and-breakfasts, and restaurants to purchase sup-plies, hardware, plants, equipment and lumber to either repair, improve or expand their business.

A successful business has employees that pay taxes and own or rent homes in our community. Their property taxes ensure that our community keeps growing and provides a safe and desirable place to call home, and when the forestry, mining or the fishing industry enters yet another downward trend, tourism will be here keeping the lights on!

It is estimated the labor contribution from the tourism sector in 2011 to the local and provin-cial economy from tourism businesses within the District of Clearwater and Thompson Nicola Regional Area “A” as per the Tourism Wells Gray-2012 Economic Impact Study is:

• total income in excess of $2.4 million• total income tax in excess of $440,000• total CPP contributions in excess of $121,000• total EI contributions in excess of $44,000- Brad Bradbury is marketing manager with

Tourism Wells Gray

Clearwater Lions Reo Joubert (l) and Greg Penny carry wooden toys into Clearwater Food Bank recently. The toys were donated by the BC Wooden Toy Makers Society and will be included in this year’s Christmas hampers as well as used at the Yellowhead Community Services Society daycare. Robert Prinze, president of the BC Wooden Toy Makers Society, is a Lion and also interested in coming to Clearwater to teach toy-making, say the local Lions. Photo by Keith McNeill

Tourism in our community: through good times and bad

Roundabout to improve safety on Highway 5 in Clearwater

Toy makers donate to Food Bank

What’s HappeningWhat’s Happening

Civic address: 132 Station RoadBox 157, Clearwater,B.C. V0E 1N0

Offi ce hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30District Offi ce Ph: 250-674-2257 • Fax: 250-674-2173

email address: [email protected]

“No Thank You” Week – September 30 – October 6th Students from Clearwater Secondary School are planning a “No Thank You” week to encourage people to just say “no thank you” to plastic bags when they do their shopping. The students hope is that after a week of not using plastic people will find alternative ways to bag their groceries and other purchases. Make sure to check out information on “No Thank You” week posted on community bulletin boards. Raise a Reader Day and Adult Team Spelling Bee There will be two events to raise money for literacy projects in our community. The “Raise a Reader Day” newspaper campaign will be running in the morning on Wednesday, September 19, 2012. Groups of volunteers will be heading out to strategic locations within the community, seeking donations in exchange for a special edition of a newspaper. The campaign helps educate Canadians about literacy issues and raise money for local literacy initiatives. Adult Team Spelling Bee To Spell or Not to Spell - That BEE the Question! 6:30pm to 8:00pm on Wednesday, September 19, 2012 in the Clearwater Secondary School Pit Join in the fun and laughs and competition with area businesses, colleagues, and community members. Team costumes are optional but will earn you a free “bye” word – HAVING FUN is one of our goals! Each table of four will work together to spell words taken from the “Collins Gage Canadian Paperback Dictionary”. Winners will be publicly congratulated in the local media and on our website, and will be presented with a team trophy to recognize their official bragging rights as the 2012 Spelling Bee Champions! Community Sports Community Volleyball at the Clearwater Secondary School gym at 7:30-9:00pm on Tuesdays starting September 25 – December 11th, 2012. Drop in Fee - $2.00. Community Tennis at the Rotary Sports Park Tennis Courts at 6:30pm, ongoing Mondays and Thursdays. No cost just show up!! Badminton at the Clearwater Secondary School gym at 7:30-9:30pm Mondays and Wednesdays starting from October 1st to March 27th, 2013. Drop in Fee - $3.00. Upcoming Events September 19 - Raise a Reader Day September 19 - ADULT TEAM SPELLING BEE - 6:30pm – 8:00pm September 23 - North Thompson Arts Council AGM – 2:00-3:00pm Upcoming Meetings of Council October 9th, 2012 – Parks and Recreation Committee meeting – 5:00pm October 9th, 2012 – Regular Council meeting – 9:00pm October 23rd, 2012 – Economic Development meeting – 5:00pm October 23rd, 2012 – Regular Council meeting – 7:00pm

CONTACT US TO DISCUSS• Your goals and dreams

• Your issues and obstacles• Your success and quality of life

BRUCE MARTIN & ASSOCIATESBUSINESS ADVISERS & CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

Clearwater (250) 674-2112 Kamloops (250) 374-5908

It’s not what you earn, it’s what you keep

www.brucemartin.ca

300- 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada V2C 2A9Tel: 250-377-8673 Email: [email protected]: 250-372-5048 www.tnrd.bc.ca

Toll Free in BC: 1-877-377-8673

Tim PennellDIRECTOR, ELECTORAL AREA “A”

(WELLS GRAY COUNTRY)Res: 250-676-9485

www.wellsgraycountry.ca


Editor, The TimesRe: "Who Decides

for the Human Race?", Sept. 3 issue.

I have to take this opportunity to con-gratulate our editor for finally breaking down and adding some humor to his editorial instead of the gloom and doom in past articles. I'm sorry he thinks I'm so predict-able that I would jump all over his topics of global warming and the roundabout. However, my letters are not of anger, but reality. I never get mad; I get

even.I see in your article

that you have a new catch phrase, "geo-engineering"! Holy crap! What is this world coming to? Injecting sulphur-based aerosols into the atmo-sphere? Constructing mirrors or other structures in space? Fertilizing the oceans? Then you go on to say, "However, they would need further research," I imagine that a gov-ernment grant for about two gazillion dollars for each project would be appropriate, consid-

ering that it's going to clean up the environ-ment!

On Sept. 4, Clearwater was blessed with one of the best shows of the northern lights that I have seen in a very long time. Anyone who reads this and saw it will know what I mean. Then this thought occurred to me: I'll form a non-profit organization and apply for a two gazil-lion-dollar grant to har-ness the energy from the northern lights! Say goodbye to BC Hydro and still have lots of power for Terry Lake's electric car!

By the way, Keith, the roundabout will actually increase global warming because vehicles will be idling longer while wreck-ers pull Smart cars from between the dual wheels of transport trucks!

Jim LambertonThe Rambling Man

Clearwater, B.C.

Trying to be fair with letters to the editoreditorial by keith mcNeill

Opinion “ Don't ever become a pessimist ... a pessimist is correct oftener than an optimist, but an optimist has more fun - and neither can stop the arch of events.”

- Robert A. Heinlein, writer

BC Press CouncilThe Times is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the BC Press Council.Your written concern, with documentation, should be

sent to BC Press Council, 210 Selby St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2R2For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Duty, due diligence and discretion

We acknowledge the nancial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.

Subscribe to the TimesIn Town / Out of Town Rates

74 young Road, Unit 14 Brook eld Mall, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N2Phone: 250-674-3343 Fax: 250-674-3410Email: [email protected]

Publisher: Al KirkwoodEditor: Keith McNeillOf ce manager: Yevonne Cline

www.clearwatertimes.com

Established September 23, 1964

Member, BC Press Council

TH

E

NORTH THOMPSON

TH

EETimes

Editor nally shows some humor

One of the best measures of a community news-paper’s readership is how many local letters to the editor it receives.

Sometimes it is possible to have too much of a good thing, however.

Last week we had 12 local letters to the editor ready to go into the paper.

Not surprisingly, they didn’t all make it in.Also perhaps not surprisingly, we then received

a number of complaints from letter writers unhappy that their messages had not been printed.

We did try. Our plan had been to print more letters on what we call the spill page - the page in the news-paper after the classifieds section.

The available space on the spill page expands or contracts, depending on the number of classified ads we receive.

We had though it would be pretty well empty and we could get quite a few letters on it. Then we got a few more ads plus a couple of obituaries, and there was no space left at all.

Please believe that if we run somebody else’s let-ter and not yours, it is not part of some underhanded conspiracy. We’re not that smart plus we don’t really

have time for that kind of thing.Letters that present a different point of view get

priority over letters that say the same thing as we read last week. Preference also goes to letter writers who we haven’t heard from lately, as compared to those who write frequently.

And, in the final analysis and if all else is about equal, if one letter gets in and another does not, it likely was because that first letter fit the space avail-able - shorter almost always is better.

People should not view a letter to the editor as a substitute for a paid advertisement.

We have no problem with people using letters to the editor to promote worthwhile community events.

If you plan to make money at the event, how-ever, then the newspaper expects to get a part of that money through advertising revenue.

Don’t forget that we have special rates for non-profit groups, plus we often give further discounts or even sponsor ads entirely.

The bottom line is, if you want to make sure your upcoming event gets in the newspaper, then don’t rely on a letter to the editor - put some money up and buy an ad.

Editor, The Times:Like all civilizations down

through the ages, ours is defined by its laws as well as the way in which they are enforced.

In the process of carrying out their duty, our police offi-cers are expected to use some degree of discretion. When receiving a complaint an offi-cer's first duty is to consider the credibility of the accuser. Is the accuser sober and unhin-dered by psychoactive drugs? Is he or she of sound mind and

free of malicious intent?These are only the begin-

ning of the difficult consider-ations of an investigating peace officer. Only after these first initial considerations are satis-fied will a good peace officer proceed to the next phase of his or her duty and lay charges or make an arrest.

It may happen that, due to certain circumstances, the sec-ond phase of an officer's duty is executed and an arrest is made, even though all consid-erations of the first phase have

not yet been fully satisfied.This might simply be for the

purpose of setting in place a "No Contact" order attached to a "Promise to Appear" merely as a precaution while the mat-ter is being investigated.

In the meantime, an accused still has the right to be pre-sumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law, should the matter end up going that far.

Ralph w. HortonClearwater, B.C.

Tickets on sale for Dessert ExtravaganzaEditor, The Times:

On Saturday, Oct. 13, the Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will hold its sixth annual Dessert Extravaganza. The event will be held in the KOA Banquet Room from 7 - 10 p.m.

Along with the beautiful prepared desserts that our com-munity people and businesses donate, and

which will be beauti-fully displayed for the evening, we will give away some fabulous prizes. We will also have our silent auction items on display as well.

Tickets are only $25 and can be purchased from any Auxiliary member, the Hospital Gift Corner or at the Clearwater KOA. Entertainment this year

will be provided by Howard Mitchell.

The Dessert Extravaganza is a great fundraiser and has raised over $12,000 for the purchase of equip-ment for our hospital.

If you feel that you would like to participate, you can either donate an item for our silent auc-tion and/or sponsor a table for $50. If you

would care to help out with a donation or sponsorship, please contact Leslie Wolfer, 250-674-3205; or Gail Capostinsky, 250-674-3521

We can arrange to pickup any contribu-tion and a tax receipt will be issued upon request.Marg Anderson, public

relationsDHMH Auxiliary


Editor, The Times: Greetings everyone;My name is Tianna

Weninger, former Miss On Call Towing and Construction, and now leaving with the title Miss North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Princess 2011/2012.

Last year, I was a candidate for the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Association Pageant program. This candidacy involved approximately seven months of classes and preparation. It was a tough year, but it was worthwhile when I was crowned Princess.

This is a wonderful program, and it helped me in so many ways. I welcome all girls to try it, and watch it do the same for you.

This year has been such a blessing and it was a great experience. I would not have had

any of this, or the great memories I have acquired if I didn't have my spon-sor Ron Rotzetter sup-porting me.

Ron, you came to every event with such a big hug and lots of con-fidence that I would do well. You got me where I am today, and I can't say how much I appreciate everything you have done for me to get me here. Thanks again Ron:)

My year as a Princess has been filled with many events, traveling, laughs, tears, and so much more. You become so close with everyone you meet, and I know that even when I retire as a Princess, that I'll have lifelong friends wherever I go.

Good luck to who-ever becomes the new holder of my title (which is now to be called 'Ambassador'). You'll rep-resent your Valley well.

But until then I am, and forever will be, one of the last Miss North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Princesses, 2011/2012.

Tianna WeningerNorth Thompson

Fall Fair and Rodeo Princesses, 2011/2012

Clearwater, B.C.

?Do you think the education system

adequately prepares young people for the job market?

Joe Meldrum: Yes. It helps people communicate with other people.

Fred Collins:Yes, the young guys are learning about trades and comput-ers. It's a lot better than when I went to school.

Kurtis Elliot (with Abigail): No, I don't believe so. I think they should start learning in the trades a lot earlier.

Andy Leese:I'm 50/50. In my eld, surveying, I didn't need to learn calculus but geometry really helped. You still learn a lot by experience.

Nike Halberstadt: No. Every job has a uniform. I don't think they understand that. They have no idea what's appropriate dress for work.

Questionof the Week

Editor, The Times: I was on my way on a camping

trip when I learned I had been nomi-nated as a Golden Girl for the 2012 Regatta. I don't know who nominated me but I am honored by their submis-sion.

Volunteering has been a way of life for me; our mother taught us, "We are our brothers' keeper" and I have tried

to follow her teaching. This commu-nity has been good to my family and me and I am just giving back.

Again, I am thankful for the honor and sorry I missed the presentation. Congratulations to Mrs. Buck and to Mary Stewart - the other nominee.

P.S. The flowers are lovely.Ena Chiasson

Clearwater, B.C.

Editor, The Times:Re: "Roundabout not a good

idea" letter and Question of the Week comments, Sept. 3 issue.

The purported statements of fact in Mr. Lamberton's letter need some clarification. He states that the fix for the problem could have been done for a fraction of the costs of the $2 million that the roundabout might cost. He doesn't state what that fix might be, or the fraction that he talks about. I have to assume that he means a light-controlled solution of some sort. If that were the case then where are his statistics to confirm his claim that there's a cheaper fix and that it would be substantially cheaper than the proposed roundabout?

He also states that you don't place a roundabout "... on the second busiest highway in B.C." Once again there is no data to show that this particular high-

way is the second busiest in B.C. Please refer to www.th.gov.bc.ca/trafficData/index.htm. This site shows highway usage and volumes as well as all measuring devices in the Province of B.C. The corridor from Kamloops through to the Alberta border via Highway 5 has no measuring device. That's not an indicator that the highway is being ignored; it's likely an indication that it doesn't have the volumes that Mr. Lamberton thinks it does.

The answers from the Question of the Week are also full of mis-conceptions and unsubstantiated rumors.

For example, "... the truckers made their point, about the dan-ger of shifting loads." If there's a danger of a load shifting on a roundabout then those trucks won't make it to Clearwater as their loads will have shifted before they get here. Any tip-over would mean

improper load and/or excessive speed through Clearwater.

"I don't know of any major highway in Canada that has one." You can try this one www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/engineering/roundabout/hwy17.shtml. This is a portion of the Primary Route the Trans Canada in Ontario. Or this one: www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/engineering/roundabout/hwy406.shtml. This is Hwy 406 — a highway that meets the criteria of 10,000 plus vehicles per day.

And this one: www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/engineering/round-about/windsor-essex.shtml. This one is also a 400 series highway — 10,000/day.

Surely we can adapt to new ideas and things that come our way.

Larry BorsaClearwater, B.C.

Roundabout critics need to check facts Golden nominee writes thanks

Good luck from retiring princess

WELLS GRAY HOME HARDWARE(across from the Post Offi ce)

86 Station Rd., Clearwater • Open 8:30 - 5:00, Mon. - Sat.250-674-3717

HOME HARDWARE IS A CANADIAN OWNED COMPANY

INTERIORINTERIORPAINT SALEPAINT SALE

EGGSHELLReg. $33.99

Sale Price $28.97

WOOD PELLETS IN STOCKFIR $5.99/bagSPF $4.12/bag

MORRIS ELECTRIC FIREPLACE MUSKOKARich Cherry Finish • 5515-968Reg $299.99 Sale $249.97

KITCHEN/ BATH Semi-Gloss Reg. $39.99

Sale Price $33.97

VELVET Reg. $35.99

Sale Price $30.97

SALESALE

Pay & Talk Telus Cards • $10 • $25 Available Here

May not be exactly as pictured

Wells Gray Community Forest (2010) Society

Now accepting Grant Applications

$75,000 grant money availableFunded by Wells Gray Community

Forest Corporation

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTEDuntil Monday, October 15, 2012 @ 4:30pm

Applications available at the Community Resource Centre and online at Wells Gray Community Forest

website www.wgcfc.caPlease use the NEW online form.

If submitting paper, seven copies must be provided

PURPOSE OF THE SOCIETY:To promote the economic and social welfare of the residents of

Wells Gray Country (including the District of Clearwater), including the provision of support for the benevolent and charitable

enterprises, federations, agencies and societies engaged in furthering these purposes.

“Building Community Partnerships”Clearwater & District Chamber of Commerce201-416 Eden Road, Clearwater, BC V0E1N1 250.674.3530

www.clearwaterbcchamber.com

2012 Awards Category ListingsClearwater and District Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 52 Annual ‘Of the Year’ Awards nominations. This year’s ‘Of the Year’ Gala Awards will take place on October 19th, 2012 at Wells Gray Inn, starting at 5:30 for Cocktails with a delicious Buffet Style Dinner to follow at 6:00 pm. The Clearwater and District’s Chamber President, Jeff Lamond, will be our M.C. for this year, who will be overseeing the evening’s activities.

Be sure to reserve your Dinner Tickets: Members - $30.00 each, Non Members - $35.00 each.

Join Us as we Honour Oustanding Citizens, Youth, Employees and Businesses!

Citizen ‘Of the Year’:A resident who has given generously of their volunteer time and energy to help any organization or cause this year, having provided a signifi cant contribution to the North Thompson Valley. This person has dem-onstrated outstanding leadership and is a positive role model in the area of; Community Service, Arts & Culture, Regional Development, Science and Technology, Sports and Recreation and the Environment.

Youth of the Year:This award recognizes a young person, up to the age of 29 years, living in the North Thompson Valley who has shown outstanding leadership or initiative on a project or campaign that contributes a positive social, business, educational or volunteer impact in the community. This youth who, separate from or in school; has made a signifi cant or worthy contribution(s) within the valley that may encourage the involve-ment of other youth.

Community Spirit - Non Profi t/Volunteer: Awarded to a non-profi t, community group or volunteer contingent (singular or group) for their remark-able and signifi cant community contribution. By way of action, this group/individual has had a positive impact in our valley, makes our community a better place to live and gives us reason to be proud of our non-profi t and volunteer groups.

Employee of the Year:Presented to an employee or team of employees within a business who demonstrate a consistent com-mitment to providing Customer Service Excellence that truly “Wows” the customer by encouraging and inspiring the community to shop local. *Extra points are automatically awarded to employees of a busi-ness, which is a Chamber Member during the year.

Rookie of the Year:Awarded to a business (large, small or home-based) for outstanding effort and commitment in their fi rst 18 months of business. This award is intended to highlight and encourage awareness of new businesses establishing in our community.

Business of the Year:Recognizing overall business excellence and achievement. Business owner (and staff) consistently dem-onstrate a commitment to excellence and have demonstrated strong business growth and development practices that are a role model for other businesses. One business from each of these categories will be selected to receive the Business of the Year Award for that category. To qualify for nomination, a business must show leadership in at least one of the following areas:

1.) Tourism Business Excellence: Motels, Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, Guides, Outfi tters, Adventure Tourism, Restaurants or those directly involved in services to tourists. 2.) Service/Retail Business Excellence: All Retail Stores, Financial Services, Media, Hairdress-ers, Home-based Businesses, Repair Shops and Service Providers in any other service related business including Forestry and Log hauling related businesses.

Criteria used for selection of Businesses Excellence awards in Tourism and Retail/Service will be: Appearance of Business and Employees, Community Oriented, Product Knowledge, Conve-nience of Hours, Quality and Reliability of Service, Availability and Variety of products, Friendly and Cour-teous Staff with good telephone manners. *Extra points will be given to businesses that are members of the Chamber of Commerce.

The comments section of this nomination form must be completed or it will not be accepted. A business must qualify in at least one criteria area, but could be recognized for leadership in more than one area.

Please submit entries by the Deadline Date of - Thursday, September 27th, 2012 at any of the following locations: Wells Gray Inn, Chamber Visitor Info Desk, Chamber Offi ce at Community Resource Centre, Aboriginal Sharing Centre, Clear Water Dollar Emporium or Avril’s Garden & Gifts.

Clearwater and District Chamber of Commerce201-416 Eden Road, Clearwater, BC V0E1N1 250.674.3530

“Of The Year” Nomination Form

Name of Nominator: Phone:

Name of Nominee: Phone:

Category - Please Circle :

Citizen Community Spirit Employee Retail/Service Rookie Tourism Youth

Reason for Nomination:

Ad sponsored by:

Water main flushing is a key component in maintaining water quality throughout the water distribution system. The District of Clearwater performs water main flushing on a biannual basis; spring and fall.

Water main flushing utilizes water velocities created by “pulling” larger than normal volumes through the system to clean the water main. Public Works crews systematically turn water valves and fire hydrants to effectively flush the water system.

When the District’s Public Works Department is flushing water mains in the community you may experience a loss in pressure, cloudy water and/or discolouration; none of which are a health concern. Should you experience any of those conditions, please run your taps for a minimum of 5 minutes or until the water clears.

District Public Works crews will be performing our fall flushing program between September 4th and October 5th, 2012.

Should you experience prolonged pressure loss and/or discolouration please contact the District of Clearwater @ 250.674.2257.

AIR SERVICES LTD.Wells GrayWells Gray

FALL FLIGHT SPECIALFALL FLIGHT SPECIALSightseeing fl ights in Wells Gray areaSightseeing fl ights in Wells Gray areaImpressive fl ight over mountains, lakes, glaciers, volcanoes & waterfalls within Wells Gray Park Impressive fl ight over mountains, lakes, glaciers, volcanoes & waterfalls within Wells Gray Park

RATES:

Flighttime 30 minutes - $100 / person Flighttime 45 minutes - $135 / person Flighttime 30 minutes - $100 / person Flighttime 45 minutes - $135 / person Flighttime 60 minutes - $170 / person NEW: Volcano fl ights - $150 / person Flighttime 60 minutes - $170 / person NEW: Volcano fl ights - $150 / personAll taxes are included. All fl ights depend on weather conditions. Rates are valid for 2-3 passengers / fl ight

250-674-3115 • [email protected] • Fritz & Ursula Schaer


40 YEARS AGO:Glen Small said the

Clearwater Sno-Drifters' track at Camp Two had been selected to host the first B.C. regional race meet of the season. The club had been working hard to improve the track, and both bleach-ers and parking area had been enlarged.

30 YEARS AGO:School District 26

trimmed $110,000 from its budget to meet a provincial restraint program. About 40 per cent of the money came from salary cuts and cutbacks in support staff, said secretary-treasurer Tim Klotz.

25 YEARS AGO:Clearwater Fire

Department donated its old siren to the Tulameen and District Fire Department. The siren was used before a pager system was installed.

20 YEARS AGO:Former Canucks

star Tiger Williams was the special guest at Clearwater Minor Hockey's buffet dinner and auction. The event raised over $5,000.

15 YEARS AGO:Two elderly hik-

ers from New York and Germany walked out unharmed after being out overnight near Helmcken Falls in Wells Gray Park. Clearwater Search and Rescue and Barriere Search and Rescue assisted RCMP and B.C. Parks in the search.

10 YEARS AGO:There were 20 teams

of seven participants in the Wilderness Gateway Relay, reported Grant Gunn. The money raised would be used to develop local biking and hiking trails, added Gunn.

Local ambulance chief Robin Mann and Bob Gallagher, regional director of the B.C. Ambulance Service, cut the ribbon opening the new ambulance station next to Clearwater's multi-level care facility. Many took the opportu-nity to tour the station and to see firsthand the

new computer system, which enhanced com-munication and enabled staff to take training on-site.

5 YEARS AGO:Wells Gray

Community Forest Corporation was one step closer to harvesting timber. B.C. Ministry of Forests had approved its Forest Stewardship Plan.

1 YEAR AGO:Geologist Catherine

Hickson talked about the uniqueness of Wells Gray Park's volcanic fea-tures during Wells Gray Day. Other speakers included Environment Minister Terry Lake, Bill Turner of The Land Conservancy of BC, local naturalist Trevor Goward and former Clearwater resident Frank Ritcey.

A 1949 Mercury two-door coupe owned by Gary Hall of Clearwater was voted the favorite vehicle at the A&W Show and Shine.

HISTORICAL Perspect i ve

BACK IN TIME


Editor, The Times:Re: 2012 Fall Fair"Foodies" from

all over the province enjoyed the North Thompson Fall Fair held in Barierre on the Labor Day weekend.

The variety of food available at the fair was notable. From beaver tails to fresh squeezed lemonade - from fish and chips to haystacks - from hot dogs and hamburgers to corn on the cob - it was available.

Over by the brand new Agriplex, NT Food Action group members handed out packets of locally grown sunflower seeds - complete with website and contact information on them - along with brochures depicting some 'still images' of the web site and lots of verbal information about why we produced a web site containing all sorts of information about our valley's food supply and beyond.

We spoke with interested peoples from Prince George to the Lower Mainland, and of course we spoke with many valley residents. We talked all the Foodie topics: "buying local" topped the list, but there was also conver-sations about master gardeners and how they will travel to lend their expertise; food policy councils - their development and good work; support systems

like the BC Food Systems network, and the exchange of cards happened.

We invite you to visit the website bcfoodactionnetwork.com and to visit often. We have listed: restaurants and all sorts of food outlets, equipment dealers, farm gate sales, farm-ers markets, grocery stores, and so much more. Listings are free. We would appre-ciate it if you could zip over there and see what is missing, note any mistakes or things we might have over-looked and contact us

with your comments.Please note that

there are opportunities to advertize on the site and also to sponsor this website. As you can imagine 'sustain-ability' is always the issue and to keep things current we will need to maintain a web-mumma or poppa. It is a win-win situation.

Thanks for stopping by our booth. Thanks to the folks at the fair for having us.

Cheryl ThomasMember of the NT Food Action folks

Editor, The Times: With fewer overhead

restrictions or overpasses, Highway 5 is one of the major routes for oversize loads to be shipped. The highway is one of the best unrestricted high-ways in B.C. A round-about on the highway would not be the best way to resolve traffic problems.

This off ramp alter-native (see diagram) is used successfully Canada wide. This alternative would be in the best interest of the local busi-nesses and likely would be more cost effective. It is well worth considering.

It is never good practice to put a roundabout on a major shipping route. B.C., like Alberta, is a major manufacturing province. An open Highway 5 would be an asset to whatever B.C.’s future will bring. That is an unknown factor but at least we are ready to handle whatever comes.

Highway 5 has proven itself in the past by being unrestrictive; just add off ramps and these alternate modifications. If and when they start building offshore drilling rigs on the Coast, there will likely be mega

equipment and large loads and components coming from Edmonton. Highway 5 will be the highway of choice.

A roundabout may be very restrictive. These loads are often exceptionally large and a straight highway is definitely required. It is worth thinking about. If anyone else agrees, please send a letter to Mayor Harwood.

Concerned citizenClearwater, B.C.

Editor, The Times: To the North Thompson Valley;This year has been something I would have

never expected to be a part of; traveling around B.C., learning about different communities, and making some friendships that will last a lifetime.

With a year like this there are so many people to thank.

First, I would like to thank my sponsor, Jim's Foods Markets. I have had the pleasure of being your employee for the past four years, and without you I wouldn't have been able to experience this program.

And thank you to the ladies with whom I started this program with, Diane and Wendy. You ladies have made a difference in my life by introducing me to this program and I don't think I can thank you enough.

I would also like to take this time to say thank you to my sister Alexandra Brown. You signed me up for this program, and you're the reason I am who I am today. Good luck in life and I love you.

Now to my fellow Royalty: remember we will always have each other, and this year would have never been the same without you. I love you both and good luck.

My final thank you goes to the people of the North Thompson Valley: we couldn't have done it without all of your support, and you are what truly makes this program succeed. Thank you for every-thing.

Cassandra BrownNorth Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Princess

and Miss Congeniality, 2011/2012Little Fort, B.C.

Off ramp better choice at intersection

Editor, The Times: Banks of America! Sounds

solid, doesn't it? Stars and stripes, statue of Liberty - bring us your huddled masses, etc.

In a proper world, Bank of America would be a solid institu-tion, a pillar of financial stability holding up the finances of the country with caution and integ-rity. A vital cornerstone in the financial health of the United States, one might say.

Not so, according to Matt Taibbi of Rolling Stone (Yes, rock and roll's Rolling Stone). Where do you get your informa-tion? The Wall Street Journal, Financial Post, Forbes, Fortune, Fox, Global or any of those propaganda outlets dedicated to propping up a collapsing system? Who would you believe?

As Matt Taibbi points out,

Bank of America has been involved in insane financial gam-bles that have necessitated more than one massive U.S. govern-ment bailout.

As one might have heard, a number of U.S. cities and coun-tries have been forced to declare bankruptcy. Why? Well, it appears that, while supposedly managing the finances of their various cities and countries, Banks of America, Goldman-Sachs and other pillars of finance were shorting the U.S. cities in the interest and pocketing the difference. Competitive bids were squelched. As Taibbi points out, there is nothing these super 'money men' fear more than com-petition.

During the financial crisis in Greece a similar scheme involved Goldman Sachs (Goldman Sachs again?), which included bet-

ting against Greece's recovery or some such thing. Of course, we were told that it was those lazy socialistic Greeks who were totally responsible for their finan-cial predicament.

I've already dealt with the who do you believe!

The bankrupt American municipalities answer to their financial woes was to offer mini-mum wages to those who keep the city alive: firemen, police-men, and municipal workers. As usual, the money mongers stray and the peasants pay!

And so it will be until the aforementioned 'peasants' pay more attention to the likes of Matt Taibbi and less to the Wall Street Journal or the Financial Post.

Dennis PeacockClearwater, B.C.

NT Fall Fair princess says thank you

North Thompson Food Action active at Barriere fall fair

Working man needs to pay more attention WARM UP TO GREAT SAVINGS!

PELLET & WOOD STOVESMANUFACTURED TO THE HIGHEST STANDARD OF

QUALITY & PERFORMANCE

PELLET STOVESPELLET STOVESfromfrom $$17991799 0000

WOOD STOVESWOOD STOVESfromfrom $$14491449 9999

gettinggettingit done@it done@

Ferguson Equipment852 Seymour St. • 250-372-3579 • fergusonequip.com

“WHERE SERVICE IS NUMBER ONE”

In Loving Memory ofIn Loving Memory of

Chris TrompChris TrompLoving and kind in all his ways, Loving and kind in all his ways,

Upright and just to the end of his days,Upright and just to the end of his days,Sincere and kind in heart and mind, Sincere and kind in heart and mind,

What a beautiful memory he left behind.What a beautiful memory he left behind.Love from Christa, Hayley and LaurineLove from Christa, Hayley and Laurine


Elizabeth Elston

Fall is a time of change and there is change underfoot in the way that courses and programs are delivered by some of our local organizations.

The offerings to our community have not changed; com-munity members still have access to fantastic work-related training, recreational program-ming, and general interest courses. There has simply been a realignment of which organizations will be offering the vari-ous programs to you. Along with this come changes in how to access course and pro-gram information as well as new registra-tion processes.

Beginning in May 2011 the majority of work and training

related courses came under the administra-tion of Thompson Rivers University - Clearwater Regional Centre (TRU). Now the remaining personal interest and recreation course offerings will be the shared administra-tive responsibility of TRU and District of Clearwater (DOC) and will be offered either at Clearwater Secondary School or at the CRC location (next to Raft River Elementary). District of Clearwater will be offering classes, activities and course related to healthy liv-ing.

Course program-ming formerly offered through the Community Resource Centre (CRC) will now be offered through TRU. The Community Resource Centre continues to oper-

ate, but work-related training and general interest courses previ-ously administered by the CRC will now be offered through TRU alongside TRU’s established credit, non-credit, and provincially recognized certificates.

These changes are part of larger organi-zational restructuring within our com-munity. Last spring, the Community Resource Centre came under the manage-ment of Yellowhead Community Services. At the same time, TRU increased its presence in the Upper North Thompson. Until recently, Sylvia Arduini split her responsibili-ties between manag-ing the Community Resource Centre and coordinating TRU courses. With the expanded role of TRU

in our area, Arduini will solely focus on her role as the community coordinator for TRU - Clearwater Regional Centre.

According to Dr. Ulrich Scheck, pro-vost vice-president academic, “Thompson Rivers University is in the process of estab-lishing Community U, a new unit that will combine community-oriented education, life-long learning, and continuing education under one portfolio. Community U will support the TRU Academic Plan in gen-eral and in particular will engage TRU stu-dents in lifelong learn-ing. Community U will bring together continu-ing education, summer school, summer camps and programs at our Regional Centres, thus enabling TRU to serve better the needs of diverse groups of stu-

dents, from those who attend summer camps to adult learners and individuals in our local and regional communi-ties.”

To access TRU - Your Community U course offerings in Clearwater, please visit www.tru.ca/regional_centres/clear-water.html. There you will find the Fall 2012 course listings, a PDF version of the 2012 Clearwater Continuing Studies brochure, and a registration form. For more information about TRU offerings, please contact Sylvia Arduini at 250-674-3530 or [email protected] from Tuesday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sylvia’s office loca-tion remains at the Community Resource Centre and most TRU courses will continue to be delivered at the CRC building at 224

Candle Creek Road. District of

Clearwater has expanded its offer-ings to include the Community Healthy Living program. The District now oversees the programming for courses related to fit-ness, sports, health and wellness, and most of the youth and kids recreational programs. Please check out www.districtofclearwater.com or the Community Recreation brochure for course offerings. To register for the Community Healthy Living programs,

please call Eleanor Collins at 250-674-1878 or email [email protected].

TRU continues to administer the chil-dren’s gymnastics program that was pre-viously offered through the CRC during this time of transition as well as other adult and youth general interest courses.

New this fall as well, our local orga-nizations have joined

together to print a single publication of all the course offerings in our community. TRU, District of Clearwater’s Community Healthy Living, and North Thompson Sportsplex have printed their Fall 2012 programs and courses all in one glossy colour brochure.

The former Community Resource Centre courses will now be included in this brochure in the TRU section. The brochure should have arrived in your mailbox last recently.

Some things have

changed (the organiza-tions administering various programs with a single brochure for all our local course and program offerings); some things have not (our community still has access to wonder-ful training and recre-ational opportunities). Our local organizations are excited about new offerings within their programs and hope you enjoy taking a course or two this fall!

Eleanor Collins is organizing the Community Healthy Living programs for District of Clearwater. Times file photo

Local TRU coordinator Sylvia Arduini is working with District of Clearwater and the Sportsplex to present training opportunities for Clearwater and area. Times file photo

Local agencies realign training and recreation offerings

Employment Barriers

Do you have barriers to finding work? If so, you are not alone. In the past, a

panel of income assistance clients was asked to characterize the types of difficulties they faced in finding work in the current labour market.

The following barriers were common responses:

Youth No full-time work Lack of job experience Poor economy Lack of skills training General lack of education No child-care spaces No high school

Adults No full-time work English language problems No relevant job Lack of job experience Lack of skills training Prejudice/racism Physical disability General lack of education

If you have any of these barriers to employment, we may be able to assist you.

Call for an appointment today. _________________________________________________

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

Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 8:00 – 4:00 Email: [email protected]

www.clearwateremployment.ca Operated by Yellowhead Community Services

The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by

The Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

Dance OCTOBER 20, 2012 • Clearwater Ski Hill OCTOBER 20, 2012 • Clearwater Ski Hill LodgeLodge

Doors open – 6:30pmDoors open – 6:30pm

Bavarian Lunch served from 7 – 8pmTraditional German Music played by Hans Jensen (Kamloops) from 8 – 12pm

Tickets: $20.00/person (includes lunch) available at the door or by phoning 250-674-1674

For further info please contact Hazel Wadlegger at 250-674-1674

SPONSORED BY: ROTARY CLUB OF CLEARWATERHOME TOWN girl with HOME TOWN service

DINNER IS ON ME I will buy you a $100 meal when you buy a car from me!

Big city selection with small town pricing

DEARBORN FORD Jody Gyger CELL 250-571-9609 Tel 250-372-71012555 East Trans Canada Hwy - Kamloops


Keith McNeill

“If you don’t love the relationship you have with your banker, you need to get another banker.”

That was the advice from Alecia Karapita, commercial and account manager with the Royal Bank of Canada, to a meeting of Clearwater Chamber of Commerce on Sept. 10.

Bankers want to see the small businesses they deal with succeed, Karapita said.

“It all starts with your business plan,” she said. “Often you might have in your mind what you intend to do, but until you write it down on paper, you likely will not see a lot of suc-cess.”

A small business owner’s banker, along with his or her accoun-tant and lawyer, are part of a team of profession-als that the owner needs to educate about what his or her business is about.

“A lot of the time, we don’t understand your business,” Karapita said. “We want to understand where you’re going so we can help you achieve your goals. You need to have a good relationship with your banker so you can get good advice.”

Banks can advance money to businesses in a variety of ways: credit cards, lines of credit, term loans, leasing and government-guaranteed loans.

Each has advantages and disadvantages,

depending on the cir-cumstances.

Leasing new equip-ment, for example, can result in result in sig-nificant tax savings for some businesses.

Karapita encour-aged business owners to learn more about how to leverage electronic banking to help their bottom line.

Once everything is set up, a business owner can do payroll with just the press of a button.

Bill payments can be done online, saving time and paper.

An online account can be set up so that certain people can do certain functions but not others.

One business owner asked about different rates and parameter for businesses located out-side major centers.

Karapita said the bank bases its loans on business risk, not distance from major

centers. It is done on a case-by-case basis, she said.

Trailer park assault On Friday, Sept. 7, Clearwater RCMP were called

to Raft River Trailer Park in the early morning hours. A male subject was arrested for assault and taken back to Clearwater Detachment.

The subject was then released on a promise to appear in court and on conditions to have no contact with the victim.

Clearwater Canoe RegattaOn Sept. 8, Clearwater residents took part in the annual

Canoe Regatta at Dutch Lake Beach. Clearwater RCMP attended the event and competed in the triathlon in an attempted to win first place. The competition including running, biking and canoeing.

Clearwater RCMP did not win first place in this event, however, were able to take a victory away from the Clearwater Fire Department during the tug-a-war competi-tion.

Clearwater RCMP report that no major incidents occurred during the regatta and would like to thank the community for a wonderful event.

Vandalism

On Sept. 11, Clearwater RCMP were notified of a break and enter into a residence in Birch Island. Police attended the home and immediately realized that the house had been heavily vandalized. Electronics were smashed, furniture was ruined and windows were broken. Several fire extinguishers were discharged inside the home as well. The majority of the property inside the home was damaged and destroyed.

Clearwater RCMP received another file of a break and enter into a residence in the Blackpool. Someone known to the residents was making repairs to the home when they noticed that drywall mud had been thrown onto the floor. Investigations into both of these occurrences are under way.

If anyone has any information regarding this break in and vandalism, please contact Clearwater RCMP.

Abandoned vehicleOn Sept. 12, Clearwater RCMP was informed of an

abandoned vehicle in the Little Fort Husky’s parking lot. Police notified the registered owner of the vehicle, who was surprised because they had sold and transferred the vehicle out of their name.

The original owner did not complete the transfer docu-mentation properly by taking the paperwork to the motor vehicle branch to be verified and stamped. Since the vehi-cle was still registered in their name, the original owner is still responsible for that vehicle.

The owner had the vehicle towed back to their resi-dence.

C L E A R W A T E R

1-800-222-TIPSClearwater RCMP Report

Keith McNeill

Too many lines in the North Thompson River near McLure and the wrong kind of bait cost an Edmonton man a total of $3,000 in fines in Kamloops court on Sept. 10.

"It was a good outcome as a result of information from the public," said conservation officer Warren Chayer.

Ahmad Rasaei, age 65, pleaded guilty to angling with more than one line in the water and using prohibited gear and bait.

He received $1,500 in fines on both counts. Two other counts were stayed.

Rasaei also cannot fish for two

years or purchase a fishing license.The Edmonton man owns

property along the river south of McLure. Conservation officers from Clearwater and Kamloops checked on the location several times over the summer after receiving reports from neighbors. They found as many as seven unattended lines at one time, as well as barbed hooks with illegal bait.

With hunting season getting underway, Chayer invited the public to report any suspicious activity to the Ministry of Environment's RAPP (report all poachers and polluters) telephone tip line at 1-877-952-7277 or online at www.env.gov.bc.ca/cos/rapp/rapp.html.

Alecia Karapita, commercial and account manager with the Royal Bank of Canada, talks with local rancher Warren MacLennan during a Clearwater and District Chamber of Commerce meeting on Sept. 10. Photo by Keith McNeill

RBC rep clarifi es bank’s role for Chamber members

Edmonton man receives $3,000 in charges for bad bait and lines

Do you have a news story?We'd like to hear from you.

Call us 250.674.3343

C

C

apsule

omments

with MICHELLE

LEINS

PHARMASAVEMON. - SAT. 9 - 6

BROOKFIELD CENTRE

CLEARWATER, 250-674-3122

Our bodies are amazing. The level of acidity in our blood is held quite constant at a pH of 7.35-7.45 no matter what we do. (Anything above 7 is alkaline.) The pH of our urine can change with our diet, but the pH of our blood remains pretty well the same.

We are entering the autumn season soon, and it’s a good time to remind everyone about hand-washing. It is the best way to prevent colds, fl us and many other infections diseases. Do it often throughout the day for at least 20 seconds per wash. This is especially important after blowing your nose, using the toilet, playing with pets, or changing baby’s diaper. Perhaps even shaking hands?

The increase in social networking during the past few years has prompted research projects studying its addiction potential. The projects concluded that social media can be more addictive than tobacco. It takes up much of some people’s spare time and its seeming low cost just makes it that much more desirable.

We are born with 100,000 hair follicles on our heads. Hair falls out and renews itself routinely throughout our lives. But, sometimes these hair follicles become stressed and hair starts to fall out and not grow back. Causes can be emotional or physical shock, hormonal (postpartum, stopping birth control pills), sever dieting and high fever, among others. If you are concerned, check with your physician.

Make our pharmacists part of your healthcare team. We hope to see you in our pharmacy soon.

Serious Issues require Serious Lawyers

ICBC Claims Family Law Real Estate

Jim McCreight is on location in the Interior Savings Insurance office

every Wednesday.

250-674-2255 or

1-888-374-3161

www.mjblaw.com

“When you need us, we’re close by”

Call Drake at 250-674-3030 or 1-877-674-3030 day or night.

When a death occurs, I’m here to help you, every step of the way. 24 hours a day, every day.If you have made pre-arrangements elsewhere and would like to discuss having your local funeral home take care of you, please feel free to call.

Drake Smith, MSW(Funeral Director/Owner)

NORTH THOMPSONFUNERAL SERVICES73 Taren Drive, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N2


Helmcken Falls thunders into its canyon. Thousands of years of water erosion have carved the canyon deep into layers of lava rock. The photo was taken during a recent tour of some of the volcanic features of Wells Gray Park provided by Wells Gray Air Services Ltd.

Oxidized minerals in lava exposed at the top of Mount Ray display a rainbow of bright colors. The mountain is visible from Clearwater Lake but best viewed from the air.

The cinder cones of the Flourmills Volcanoes are located southwest of Clearwater Lake and north of the Mahood River. Lava from the cones when they erupted about 3,000 years ago helped form Spanish Lakes.

Kostal Cone is perhaps the most spectacular volcanic feature in Wells Gray Park. One estimate is that it is only about 400 years old, which would mean some of the trees growing on it are from the fi rst growth after its eruption. Other estimates put it at several thousand years old.

A map provided by Wells Gray Air shows the route of the volcanic features tour and some of the sights seen.

Wells Gray Air owner and pilot Fritz Schaer stands in front of his Cessna 182 Skylane. He has fl own more than 2,500 fl ights from his airstrip in Upper Clearwater, including many fi re patrols.

Flying over Wells Gray Park Photos by Keith McNeill


Robyn Rexin

Saturday, Sept. 8 was the last of the 2011/12 season’s con-certs at the Serenity Performing Arts Centre near Birch Island. It began at 7:00 p.m. and starred the Paul Black Band and Windborn. It was a beautiful evening with a star-studded sky. Shirley De Vooght has been graced with won-derful weather for all of the concerts this year.

A thank you went out to De Vooght for bringing this music to the North Thompson Valley, to all of her

helpers and sponsors, to the performers, and to the audience. Then Windborn, a one-man band starring Jeff Pike, came onto the stage. Pike, who is from Kelowna, has now been to Serenity four times. He played the guitar, a kick drum, used a loop sampler, and used a vocal pedal to get har-mony. He usually has a cellist with him but the

fellow is in Scotland at this time.

Pike loves coming to Serenity, “... because you’re some of the best people I’ve found.”

He will be touring in 1 1/2 months through northern B.C. and out to Alberta. He writes all his own songs. A song Pike sang that night was one he wrote by request of Kelowna’s CBC Alya Ramadan about

racism. It is titled Same Sun and is an excellent song. For more infor-mation on Windborn go to windborn.ca. Pike will have a new album out in one month.

The Paul Black Band performed next. There are four mem-bers: Paul Black who played the guitar, wa-wa pedal, the har-monica, and is lead singer; Karl Oystensen

who played the key-board; Chris Mead who played the bass guitar; and drummer Lowry Rucc. They are all excellent musi-cians, played together as a group very well, and were enjoying themselves. Oystensen, Black, and Rucc had solos in some songs.

Half the band lives in Victoria and the other half in Vancouver. Black makes up the song/music, sends it to the others, and they practice that way. The band has been together for 10 years, except for Oystensen who joined just three years ago.

Black said, “ This is definitely the most beautiful place I’ve played this year.”

He often made com-ments about a member of the audience Arden Dunfield. She was up dancing from the start of the concert and con-tinued straight through-out. A very graceful dancer, she included a flag for some of the songs. She managed to

get others up and join in the fun. For informa-tion on Paul Black go to wwww.paulblack.ca or [email protected]

Tickets for next sea-son’s concerts are now on sale.

If interested phone De Vooght at 250-676-9456.

Paul Black Band and Jeff Pike close season at Serenity

Members of the Paul Black Band perform a blues number at Serenity. Pictured are (l-r) Karl Oystensen, Chris Mead, Paul Black and Lowry Rucc. Photos by Keith McNeill

Jeff Pike calls his one-man band Windborn.

Antique engines come backLeft: Larry Tucker shows off his 15 HP Fairbanks Morse that was taken from an grain elevator in Alberta. He was taking part in an antiques engine show put on next to Clearwater Farmers Market on Sept. 15.

Dennis Peacock points out some interesting features on his 1929 Johnson Seahorse 3 outboard engine to Chuck Pollard. Photos by Keith McNeill

Little Fort resident Jim Chambers operates a Fairmont speeder engine that came from the Kettle Valley Railway near Grand Forks.

250.828.7939 Visit our new website at:

www.houle.ca

Kamloops Branch Office:

Serving BC since 1944

Responsive, Reliable,

Professional

Bonded, Insured & Licensed

• Residential

• Business

• Commercial

• Industrial

24 Hour Emergency Service

Service, Emergencies & Repairs:

CONCONTESTESTSTS PR PRODUODUCTSCTS ST STOREORESS FLYFLYERSERS DE DEALSALS CO COUPOUPONSNS BROBROCHUCHURESRES CA CATALTALOGUOGUESES CONCONTESTESTSTS PR PRODUODUCTSCTS ST STOREORESS

FLYFLYERSERS DE DEALSALS CO COUPOUPONSNS BROBROCHUCHURESRES CA CATALTALOGUOGUESES

SAVE TIME. SAVE MONEY.

your source for FREE coupons

Your Trusted Source

approv

edretai

ler

retailer

Just a few of our featured retailersured retailers

We stand behind the accuracy of our content

which is why retailers use us as their partner.


Expendables player Ross Vipond (l) coaches as Chelsea Gerow makes it to fi rst base before the Stepfathers fi rst base player makes the catch from the short stop. They were taking part in the fi rst annual NTPD Slow-Pitch Tournament on Sept. 14 and 15 at Capostinsky Park. Photo by Keith McNeill

Keith McNeill

The first annual NTPD Slow-Pitch Tournament was a great success, organizers report.

“It was a great tour-nament. Everybody had fun,” one of them said.

The event, which

was organized by North Thompson Plumbing and Drains and its owner Jasen Mann, raised over $5,000 for Brandy Elesko’s leukemia fund. The young woman formerly played slow pitch and is well known by many of those who took part

in the tournament.One of the winners

of the 50/50 draw also gave the winnings back to the fund.

Dennis Greffard of Clearwater Septic contributed $75 to the Brandy’s fund plus $75 for the homerun contest. Clearwater Stingers in turn con-tributed their winnings in the homerun contest to the fund as well.

Eight teams took part in the tournament - four local and four from Kamloops.

Stingers took first place, followed by Slammers in second. Horny Devils came in third.

Sports

Cedric Menard tries to take the ball around Ahmae Eakins during a Clearwater Youth Soccer practice on Thursday evening at Clearwater Secondary School. The fall program usually has lower numbers due to the confl ict with hockey. It is still fun, though, for those who can show up as they usually get a bit more ball time. Photo by Keith McNeill

NTPD Tournament raises funds for Brandy

Youth soccer fun

We have fl yer packs available at the

Times offi ceBrookfi eld Mall

CLEARWATER SKI CLUB CLEARWATER SKI CLUB Save the Dates!Save the Dates! Thursday October 11, 2012Thursday October 11, 2012

ANNUAL AGMANNUAL AGM7 pm – Clearwater Ski Club7 pm – Clearwater Ski Club

******Saturday October 20, 2012Saturday October 20, 2012

Community Work Bee Community Work Bee at the Clearwater Ski Clubat the Clearwater Ski Club 11am – 4pm – everyone welcome!11am – 4pm – everyone welcome!

******Saturday December 8, 2012Saturday December 8, 2012

Small Business DinnerSmall Business DinnerWatch for Details!Watch for Details!

******

Questions? Questions? Please email [email protected] Please email [email protected]

Or Call: Shelley Sim / 250 674 3286Or Call: Shelley Sim / 250 674 3286www.clearwaterskihill.comwww.clearwaterskihill.com

Thank you to the following for their generous donations to the

Second Annual Ed Buck Memorial Golf

Tournament: Aboriginal Sharing CenterAvril’s GardenLindsey and Larry BorsaMike and Amber BowdenBarry and Hettie BuckBrent and Tracy BuckEva BuckLyle BuckJustice BuckThe CabinsClearwater Lake Tours

Carolyn CorlazzoliDesigns for You BasketsInterior Whitewater ExpeditionsKamloops BlazersKamloops Wildlife ParkLacarya Golf CourseRiverside AdventuresThe TimesWatauga VillageWhimsical WiresWiegle’s Resort

This year the proceeds will go to Clearwater Secondary School.

Clearwater KARATE Club

New Session Starting September 11th

Tuesdays & Thursdays Beginners: 7-8 pm • Advanced: 7-9 pm

RAFT RIVER SCHOOL GYMNew members welcome anytimeTracy 674-3643 or Lindsey 674-2125

Hockey Lives Here!Hockey Lives Here!

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

COMING EVENTSGirls Hockey School – Sept. 21 - 23. Only $50 Ladies Hockey School – Sept. 21 - 23. Only $75

Register by email to [email protected]

Adult Ice Breaker Tourney – Sept. 28 - 30 - Register as a team or individual Minor Hockey Referee Clinic – Sept. 23 Must be preregistered Call 250 674 2143

Clearwater & District Minor Hockey Become part of a winning team. Join Minor Hockey and learn to play Canada’s Game. Open to Boys and Girls. www.cdmha.info. Ice Times begin Sept. 11 • Register @ 250 674 2594 or [email protected]

Minor Hockey Firewood & Wood Pellet Moving - Call 250-674-1653

FAMILY SKATE No Charge 4:30pm Fri. Sept. 21 & Sun. Sept. 23 Sponsored by Minor Hockey • Fri. Sept. 28 & Sun. Sept 30 Sponsored by Figure Skating

Raft Mountain Skating Club Register @ www.raftmountain.com or at the Sportsplex – Sept. 11 @ 4:30pm Sept. 20 @ 6:00pm Sept. 28 @ 4:30pmMens Drop In Hockey Every Tues. & Fri. at 8:00pm

Oldtimers Hockey Sept. 23 @ 8pm

NORTH THOMPSON SPORTSPLEXNORTH THOMPSON SPORTSPLEX


Three weeks ago I stopped by to see my Mom and Dad. They live in separate residences; Mom in their home and Dad in a home because of a bit of dementia. When I got in to see my Dad he was having trouble walk-ing and forming words. This was the beginning of the end.

Just over a week ago was the service to honor his life. Dad had done many things in his 88 years. He had touched many lives and was known as a kind and gentle person. He taught school and many of his students spoke of his care for them ... not only in the classroom dealing with the academics, but also with life in general. He questioned some of their choices to make them think and helped them get summer jobs to get ahead. Dad also was active in Boy Scouts and other volunteer work.

Dad was a hard worker. Sure, he was a schoolteacher, but he also kept an orchard. I’m not sure if the orchard was for addi-tional income for a fam-ily of five children; or a way to keep all of us occupied. Neither one of

my parents believed in being idle.

Even though he was busy, he still took the time to take us fishing, canoeing, hiking, and we often went for drives to see something interest-ing. Every event had a purpose I am sure. Both Mom and Dad took a very active interest in our lives and were present for a lot of our concerts, competitions, or special days.

Dad was a very good person as the world dic-tates the standard. None of these things, though, have bearing on where he will spend eternity. Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth and the life; no one comes to the father except through me.” (John 14:6).

In Romans 3:23 it tells us that, “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” We all fall short of God’s standard. No matter how good we are, we still are

not good enough.But wait; there is

hope. John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world, that He gave His

one and only son, who-ever believes in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.” Get that? Whoever believes in Jesus will have eternal life: life in heaven with God and all who believe in Jesus. This is my abso-lute certainty ... I will see my Dad again because he believed in Jesus and so do I. What do you believe, and where will you spend eternity?

Think on These Things

Good-bye Dad, see you later

Vavenby Primary School has eight stu-dents this year: one Grade 3 student, three Grade 1 students, and four Kindergarten stu-dents.

The Grade 1 - 3 children are glad to be back and the Kindergarten students are excited to be in school. They all had a good summer and are now looking forward to going on field trips such as going to the salmon lookout.

The teacher is Mrs. Boyes, principal is Mr. Bowden, and the new vice-principal is Mrs. Nelson.

The Vavenby Parents’ Advisory Committee (PAC)

supports the school financially. Last year it raised funds through a raffle and a bulb sale. The PAC is rais-ing funds for a new playground and field trip transportation.

Cribs and darts starting soon

This year’s crib and darts are about

to begin at Vavenby community hall. The first crib night will be on Tuesday, Oct. 2 and the first darts night will be on Thursday, Oct. 4. Both will start at 7 p.m. Everybody will be welcome. You do not have to be an expert. Come out for the fun and social time.

Keith McNeill

Clearwater Sno-Drifters want to buy a groomer to smooth local snowmobile trails - and they want $5,000 from District of Clearwater to help pay for it.

"We could not purchase a groomer of this quality at this price anywhere else," club president Richard Christenson told town council during its Sept. 4 meeting.

The Sno-Drifters have an opportunity to buy a 1993 Pisten-Bully groomer for $30,000 from the outdoor club in Quesnel, he said.

Total cost of the project, including converting the groomer's attachments to an 8.5 foot width, relo-cating it to Clearwater, and expanding the size of an existing storage shed, would be about $41,000.

Of this, the club has some of its own money of its own, and will do some fundraising through silent auctions and so on, plus it is approaching other possible funding sources such as Wells Gray Community Forest and TNRD Area A (Wells Gray Country). Club members are also prepared to make in-kind donations.

Snowmobiling has great potential to increase winter tourism in this area, Christenson said.

"Raft Mountain has lots of excellent terrain but it needs to be groomed," he said.

The club president noted that they have the right to charge users on Raft but do not do so because

there are four routes onto the mountain and so it would be impractical to collect fees.

The new groomer would be used to smooth the trail from the club parking lot near Spahats Creek to the alpine and then down Road 90 and Road 9 to Wadleggers' mill, depending on winter logging.

The groomer also would be available to assist in grooming local cross-country ski trails or as a backup for the Wells Gray Outdoor Club machine.

The Sno-Drifters' present groomer is not ade-quate for the task on Raft. It could, however, be used to groom trails to connect with trails in the Interlakes and 100 Mile House area. Long distance snowmobiling is a huge industry in all of Canada, except B.C., the club president said.

Clearwater Sno-Drifters presently have about 150 members, Christenson reported.

The club maintains eight recreational cabins for day use, as well as emergency shelters, on Granite, Raft, Harp, Vavenby, Groundhog, Baldy mountains, as well as at Grizzly Lake.

The Sno-Drifters have a snowmobile tenure on Raft Mountain as well as registered trail and cabin agreements with various ministries.

The club's funding request was referred to the Joint Services Advisory Committee, which deals with matters of common concern to both District of Clearwater and Wells Gray Country (Area A).

A recommendation from the committee was to come back to council for a decision.

Clearwater Sno-Drifters seek funding for groomer

Vavenby School opensVavenbyNews

www.clearwatertimes.com

St James Catholic Church

Sunday Service Mass • 11am - 12pmTuesday & Thursday

10am324 Clearwater

Village Road 250-672-5949

•Father Don O’Reilly

Clearwater Seventh-Day

Adventist

ChurchPastor Bill Kelly

Saturday Service - 10amClearwater Christian Church

Ph. 250-674-3468

Clearwater Living Streams Christian

FellowshipMeeting at

New Life Assemblyevery Sunday 5:00pm

Contact Dave Meehan 250-674-3217email: [email protected]

Clearwater Community Churchopen to everyone - all denominations

CLEARWATER NEW LIFE ASSEMBLYDan Daase - Pastor

Sunday Morning Worship 10:30am

(Kids church during service)Wednesdays Am - Ladies Bible Study

Thursday 3-5pm Kids ClubPhone: 250-674-2345

308 W Old N Thompson Hwy

ChurchDirectoryYour places of worship

VAVENBY CHRISTIAN CHURCH

3083 Capostinsky Rd. • Service 11 a.m.

Sunday Morning Celebration

ServicesIan Moilliet Pastor -

250-676-9574Non Denominational

Clearwater Christian Church“an Independent” congregation in fellowship with the

broader Christian community in the area.Meeting at: 11 Lodge Drive

(Behind Fields Store)

Sunday Worship Service

10 am

On the Web: www.clchch.comFor information

250.674.3841 or 250.674.2912

Pastor Mike Kiewitt250.674.1332

www.ccbaptist.ca

COMMUNITYBAPTIST

24E Old North Thompson Hwy

Worship Service 10:30

CLEARWATER UNITED CHURCH

Meeting at Catholic Church of St. James

Worship & Children’s

Church • Sunday 9am

250-672-5653 or 250-674-3808 or 250-676-9435

www.norththompsonpc.ca

Call and book your ad in the North Thompson Connection and

SELL YOUR PROPERTY FAST5” x 3“ for just $69 call 250- 672-5611 or250-674-3343

FOR SALE BY OWNERFOR SALE BY OWNER

A14 www.clearwatertimes.com Monday, September 20, 2012 Clearwater Times

Business & Service Directory

STONE & COMPANY(Robert Lawrie, Silvia Scheibenpfl ug)

Certifi ed General AccountantsRison Realty • 32 E Old N. Thompson Hwy.

Feb. 1st to Apr. 30th - Every ThursdayMay 1st to Jan. 31st - By AppointmentHours: 9:30 am to Noon, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Phone: 250-674-2532 • Kamloops: 554-2533 • Fax: 554-2536Financial Statement Preparation • Corporate & Personal Income Taxes

Accountant - Certified Appliance Repair Auctions

Hazel’s HousingQUALITY WORK

• NEW CONSTRUCTION • RENOVATIONS • ROOFING

CLEARWATER, B.C.

250-674-4083Hazel Dowds

Journeyman Carpenter

Carpentry

Symons ElectricGood Prices • Great Service • Quality WorkLARRY SYMONS • LICENSED & BONDED • CLEARWATER

- CLOSED MONDAYS - • B.C. Reg. #24833

250-587-6175

Electric Contractors

Building Supply

Winter Hours • 8:30am - 5pm

Electric Contractors

Licenced & BondedReg. NO: 99142

FloristJAGER GARBAGE

Residential & Commercial

Garbage Collection.

Residential includes Blue Bag Recycling

Containers available for construction sites, yard clean-up, industrial sites etc.

Phone Jager Garbage 250-674-3798Serving from Vavenby to Blackpool area

Garbage Collection

Styling on Highway 5

Advertising

For All YourAdvertising

Needs

Call

THE TIMESAl Kirkwood

674-3343

A njolie

Septic - Installation - Service - Pumping

Demolition - Excavation - Backhoe Service

Trucking - Crane Truck - Water - Dump

Gravel - Sand - Top Soil - Snow Removal

Paul Jack250.819.3205 250.299.9510

ContractingConstruction

John White

Fully Insured

Journeyman Carpenters

Bonded General

Contractor

Tiny Builders Ltd.Box 345

Clearwater BC

V0E 1N0

(250) 674-4001

(250) 674-8469

[email protected]

ConstructionConstruction &

Renovations from Foundations

to Roof

Rob KerslakeSteve Noble

NORTH RIVERAPPLIANCE REPAIRFour Star Service

250-674-0079

DOUG JAMESPARTS - SALES - SERVICE CALLS USED APPLIANCES

Contractor

Building Contractor

Renovations • Additions • New Construction Home Repairs • HAFI Jobs • Project Management

250-674-3875250-674-3875 Clearwater, BC • [email protected]

40 years experience

HANS OUNPUUHANS OUNPUU

Plumbing & Heating

visa, debit, mc acceptedvisa, debit, mc accepted

VANDENBORRE VANDENBORRE PLUMBING PLUMBING & HEATING HEATING

PROPANE & ELECTRIC FURNACE REPAIRPROPANE & ELECTRIC FURNACE REPAIRFurnace Installation • Heat Pumps and Air ConditioningFurnace Installation • Heat Pumps and Air ConditioningRadon Gas Mitigation • Serving Blue River - Little FortRadon Gas Mitigation • Serving Blue River - Little Fort

YOUR FRIENDLY REPAIR MANYOUR FRIENDLY REPAIR MANWATER WELL SERVICESWATER WELL SERVICES

Jim Vandenborre • Fully insured Jim Vandenborre • Fully insured [email protected] 250.674.8552 [email protected] 250.674.8552

Plumbing & DrainsNEED A PLUMBER?

JASEN MANN 250-674-8151

NORTH THOMPSON

NTPDPLUMBING AND DRAINS

MOTOR LICENCE OFFICE

ICBC AgentDistrict of Clearwater

250-674-2733

132 Station Road, Box 157, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0Offi ce Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Open through the Noon hour

Motor Licence Office

Haydn Auction Services• AUCTION • AUCTION • AUCTION • AUCTION • AUCTION • • AUCTION • AUCTION • AUCTION • AUCTION • AUCTION •

Every 2 weeks Starting August 11, 2012Every 2 weeks Starting August 11, 2012 Consignments Welcome Consignments Welcome

NEW LOCATIONNEW LOCATION 4761 Gilbert Drive 4761 Gilbert Drive

Barriere Industrial ParkBarriere Industrial ParkPhone 250-672-9809 or 250-319-5230Phone 250-672-9809 or 250-319-5230Email: [email protected]

Website: haydnauctionservicebc.com

HAYDN AUCTION SERVICESHAYDN AUCTION SERVICES

73 Taren Drive, Clearwater Phone 250-674-2929 Toll Free: 1-877-974-2929

~ fl owers ~ plants ~ gifts ~ balloon bouquets ~~ fl owers ~ plants ~ gifts ~ balloon bouquets ~specializing in weddings, sympathy, birthdays,specializing in weddings, sympathy, birthdays,

anniversaries and other important occasionsanniversaries and other important occasions

Internet

Highspeed ADSL Internet Now

available in BlackpoolCall Clearwater Computers

to sign up

250-674-1032


Map our Marshes workshop teaches environmental skillsSubmitted

Do you feel a con-cern for the environ-ment but not know what you can do? BC Wildlife Federation is making it possible for anyone to take one sim-ple, concrete step that might pay enormous dividends in the future.

That step is to learn how to Map our Marshes - to learn how to identify wetlands; learn how to use GPS technology to map the wetlands; and then, finally, how to upload the maps you have cre-ated onto Google Earth.

On Saturday, Sept. 15, at Thompson River University’s research and education centre next to Wells Gray Provincial Park, a workshop was put on to teach ordinary citizens how to do these things. Seated around the woodstove at the old Upper Clearwater schoolhouse, the group

learned about the char-acteristics of marshes (wetlands), the different categories of wetlands, and the many important roles that they play in the ecosystem.

Then, the group walked the boundar-ies of one of the most diverse wetland areas in the province. (This property, which is cur-rently privately owned

by Trevor Goward, is in the process of being donated to the Land Conservancy of BC. Goward will then remain on the property as caretaker, and the grounds will be open to educational events for all ages.) As they walked, the group practiced using a GPS

mapping tool to create an outline of the marsh area, which could later be uploaded to Google Earth.

Neil Fletcher, wet-lands education pro-gram coordinator for BCWF, facilitated the workshop. Fletcher brought experience from many parts of Canada to his work, as well as a Masters of

Resource Management (MRM).

If you are interested in being part of this exciting “citizen par-ticipation” initiative of BCWF, please contact Fletcher at the toll free number of 1-888-881-2293 (ext. 232) or email at [email protected].

Right: Participants in a Map Our Marshes workshop put on by BC Wildlife Federation on Saturday, Sept. 15, get ready to head out from TRU’s research and education center at the old Upper Clearwater schoolhouse. Pictured are (back, l-r) Jean Bonner, Anne Neave, Gretchen Reveille, Eryne Donahue, Trevor Goward, Jason Jobin, (front, l-r) Ruth Whittaker, workshop leader Neil Fletcher and P. Reid. After an orientation session to learn the importance of wetlands, the group used GPS receivers to map marshes in the area so they can be identifi ed and protected. Photo by Keith McNeill

If you are interested in being part of this exciting “citizen participation” initiative of BCWF, please contact Fletcher at the toll free number of 1-888-881-2293 (ext. 232) or email at [email protected].

Business & Service Directory

Contracting

OnOn allallSERVICESSERVICES

Construction • Renovations • Certifi ed Septic & Water • Plumbing • Wells & Repairs • Excavation • Dump Truck • Toilet Rentals • Towing • Certifi ed Traffi c Control

AT ON CALL... WE DO IT ALL...AT ON CALL... WE DO IT ALL...

Septic Service - Pumper TruckSeptic Service - Pumper TruckBobcat and BackhoeBobcat and Backhoe

PlumbingPlumbing

Office Space for RentOffice Space for RentIndustrial Lot with Hwy 5 Access and Visibility

$350 a month.

250-674-0145250-674-0145

Styling on Highway 5

Advertising

For All YourAdvertising

Needs

Call

THE TIMESAl Kirkwood

674-3343

BUD’S WATER WELLS LTD.Toll Free 1-888-83WELLS OVER 25

YEARS EXPERIENCEResidential & Industrial Wells

Certifi ed Well DrillerDuane BochekKamloops, B.C.

Bus. (250) 573-3000Toll Free 1-888-839-3557

Water Wells

Towing

CLEARWATER TOWING LTD.24 Hour ServiceFree Scrap Car Removal516 Swanson RoadUsed Auto Parts

NELS HINDLENNNNNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLLSSSSSSSSSSSS HHHHHHHHHHHHIIIIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNNNNNNDDDDDDDDDDDDLLLLLLLLLLLLEEEEEEEEEEEE OFFICE: 250-674-3123or CELL: 250-674-1427 ®

WELLS GRAY

TAXIAVAILABLE 24 HOURS • 7 DAYS A WEEK

250-674-2214 • 250-674-1542

Taxi ServiceStorage

Off the HookOff the HookSTORAGESTORAGE

RV / Boat & Mini Storage

250.674.0145

Septic Service

CLEARWATER SEPTIC SERVICEGive us a call before it’s too late! Give us a call before it’s too late! BESTBEST rates in town rates in town

250-674-3562250-674-3562Serving the North Thompson Valley for over 10 YearsServing the North Thompson Valley for over 10 YearsValemount • Blue River • Avola • Vavenby • Clearwater • Little FortValemount • Blue River • Avola • Vavenby • Clearwater • Little Fort

& PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

Storage

NORTH THOMPSON STORAGENORTH THOMPSON STORAGESECURED FENCED FACILITYSECURED FENCED FACILITY

24-HR MONITORED VIDEO SURVEILLANCE24-HR MONITORED VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

R.V.’S, BOATS, TRAILERS, TRUCKS, ETC.R.V.’S, BOATS, TRAILERS, TRUCKS, ETC.

1st 20 spaces at $500/year1st 20 spaces at $500/year778-208-5300 Clearwater, BC778-208-5300 Clearwater, BC

A16 www.clearwatertimes.com Monday, September 20, 2012 Clearwater Times

THOUGHTFOR THE

WEEK

“Live as if

you were to

die

tomorrow.

Learn as if

you were to

live forever.”

~ Mahatma

Gandhi

REGISTER TODAYTEL: 250.674.3530 IN PERSON: 224 Candle Creek Rd.

ONLINE: www.tru.ca/regional_centres/clearwater

UPCOMING COURSES:UPCOMING COURSES:OFA Level 1 Oct 4, Nov 5 $90OFA Level 1 Oct 4, Nov 5 $90

Wilderness & Remote First Aid Sept 20 - 22 & 27 -29 $450Wilderness & Remote First Aid Sept 20 - 22 & 27 -29 $450

After Hours Theatre: Community Sept 25 - Mar 6 $30After Hours Theatre: Community Sept 25 - Mar 6 $30

The After School Program Oct 2 - 30 $50The After School Program Oct 2 - 30 $50(TASP) Acting Workshops (TASP) Acting Workshops

Gymnastics Oct 2 - Dec 6 variousGymnastics Oct 2 - Dec 6 various

Transportation Endorsement Oct 5 $100Transportation Endorsement Oct 5 $100

Babysitting & First Aid Oct 13 & 14 $75Babysitting & First Aid Oct 13 & 14 $75

Computer Starters Oct 15 & 17 $50Computer Starters Oct 15 & 17 $50

Introduction to Social Media Oct 16 & 23 $50Introduction to Social Media Oct 16 & 23 $50

The Artists Way Oct 17 - Nov 28 & Jan 31 - Mar 6 $95The Artists Way Oct 17 - Nov 28 & Jan 31 - Mar 6 $95

Air Brakes Oct 19 - 21 $235Air Brakes Oct 19 - 21 $235

Food Safe Level 1 Oct 19 & 20 $85Food Safe Level 1 Oct 19 & 20 $85

Microsoft Word YMCR 535 Oct 22 - Nov 21 $325Microsoft Word YMCR 535 Oct 22 - Nov 21 $325

Wells Gray Country

TO ADD YOUR COMMUNITY EVENT OR ORGANIZATION PLEASE CALL THE TIMES AT 250-674-3343

Sept. 20-24: Provincial Winter Fair @ Barriere Fall Fair grounds.Sept. 21 – 23: Girls Hockey School, $50, register at [email protected] Sept. 22: Terry Fox run 1-3pm. Starts at Sportsplex parking lotSept. 23: NT Arts Council meeting, Blackpool Hall, 2pmSept. 23: Minor Hockey Referee Clinic: Pre-registered. Call 250-674-

2143Sept. 24: Community Tennis, Rotary Sports Park, 6:30 – 7:30Sept. 26: Friendly Club Pot Luck Lunch, 12 – 1 pm, 144 Evergreen

PlaceSept. 27: Community Tennis, Rotary Sports Park, 6:30 – 7:30Sept. 27: wells Gray Country Seniors’ Book Club, 2 pm – 3 pm.,

Public Library, [email protected]. 28: Raft Mtn. Skating registration, 4:30 pm during family

skate, North Thompson SportsplexSept. 28-30: Adult Ice Breaker Tourney, Register as a team or indi-

vidual, 250-674-2143 Oct. 1: Badminton, 7:30 – 9:30, CSS gym, 250-674-2518Oct. 2: Blackpool Hall Heritage Society, AGM, 7 pm, Blackpool HallOct. 3: Wells Gray Country Seniors society meeting, 10 am – 11 am,

751 Clearwater Village Rd, Community Resource CentreOct. 7: Guided tours – Mind of the Deer – Pioneer Ways in the Clearwa-ter Valley. Register 250-828-5400

Oct. 20: Oktoberfest, organized by Clearwater Rotary Clearwater Ski Hill starts 6 pm, $20/person, incl food & live music.

Oct. 21: Guided tour: Pioneer school Days. Register 250-828-5400Nov 10: Explore Wells Gray the way it used to be. Register 250-828-

5400Nov. 18: 17th Annual Craft Fair, Wells Gray Inn. 10 am – 2 pm

Clearwater Farmers Market: Saturdays 9am – 12pm from May to Oct.

on the IWE grounds opposite Brookfi eld Mall.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT• Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 2:00

pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 674-3703 for more info.

• Clearwater Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 9:00 am – Noon. For more information please call Anne at 250-674-3444.

• Clearwater-Vavenby Lions Bingo: Every 2nd Tues. Elks Hall. 250-587-6269

• M&M (Mrs. & Ms.) Social. Last Sun of the mth Wells Gray Inn. 1pm: 587-6503

• Blackpool Community Hall Coffee House; Local musicians – every 2nd Fri. of the month watch for posters. Doors open 6:30 pm. Concession, $3 or 2 for $5.

• Clearwater Elks Bingo - every 2nd Thurs. Elks Hall. open 5pm• Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm.• Little Fort Coffee House 7pm Little Fort Hall. 1st Fri of the mth

Oct. - May except Nov. Bill 672-5116• Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm.CHILDREN & FAMILIES• Raccoon StrongStart at Raft River Elem school days Mon, Tues,

Thurs & Fri from 8:45-11:45am• Raccoon StrongStart at Vavenby Elem school days Wed 8:50-

11:50am• Clearwater Breastfeeding Group: 3rd Wed. of every month

7:30pm @ YCS• Mother Goose - Mornings, To register call Kerry at 250-674-2600

ext 227• Community Baptist Jr. Youth Gr. 5, 6, 7 - 7-8:30pm• Community Baptist Sr. Youth Gr. 8-10 - 7-9:30pmHEALTH & HEALING• Shambhala Meditation Group: meets every Tuesday at Forest

House 6:30-8:00 pm. Info: 250-587-6373.• Connections Healing Rooms - every Friday from 1-3pm (except

stat. holidays). 86 Young Rd. No charge. Sponsored by Living Streams Christian Church. www.healingrooms.com.

• Healthy Choices – every Tues 9am, 12 & 5:30pm at Skills Center. Info call Kim 674-0224

• Clearwater & District Hospice Society every 3rd Mon. Sept-Jun 10am Legion Building.

RECREATION• Drop-in soccer: Tuesdays & Thursday at 7pm at CSS fi eld. Every-

one welcome!• Bowling: Mon. 10–12pm & 1-3pm; Thurs., 1-3pm. Seniors Cen-

tre at Evergreen Acres. 674-2699• Clearwater Sno-Drifters: Meet 1st Thursday of every month.

250-676-9414• CNT Rod & Gun Club: 3rd Sun. of the mth. Blackpool Hall 7pm

Sept. - April• Drop in Tennis: Mon & Thurs 6:30pm All levels. Double & single

play. Rotary Sports Park.• Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 674-2468 annie.pomme@

hotmail.com• Clearwater Walks – Strollers & Striders, Mon. 12:30 & Wed

5:30pm, meet at YCS. Info 250-674-7082. • Core Strength Fitness. Tuesdays. Classes at 10-11am 250-674-

0001SENIORS• Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society 3rd Sun Social Meet at the

Wells Gray Hotel at 12:30pm for lunch or dessert, & chat• Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society Book Club Meets the last

Thursday of the month at 2:00 at the public library All seniors are welcome

UPCOMING EVENTS

For a complete list of our area’s COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS please stop in at the Times offi ce and pick up your copy of the North

Thompson Community Directory • Brookfi eld Mall Clearwater • 250-674-3343

ONGOING EVENTS

250-674-2674250-674-2674

BAYLEY’S BAYLEY’S BISTROBISTROBAYLEY’S BAYLEY’S BISTROBISTROin the Brookfi eld Shopping Centre in Clearwaterin the Brookfi eld Shopping Centre in Clearwater

Eat in or Take out Fried Chicken

250-674-2674250-674-2674

this ad is sponsored by

North Thompson Times Thursday, September 20, 2012 www.clearwatertimes.com A17

HELP WANTED! Attention: Service Clubs

Non-Profi t GroupsStudentsSeniors

Looking for new ways to make money?

Want to deliver Wednesday fl yers?

Routes available:DUTCH LAKE SUBDIVISIONPh 250-674-3343 for more information

HELP WANTED! Attention: Service Clubs

Non-Profi t GroupsStudentsSeniors

Looking for new ways to make money?

Want to deliver Sunday fl yers?

Routes available:DUTCH LAKE SUBDIVISIONPh 250-674-3343 for more information

For more information drop in to 58 Young Road (above Raft River Fitness), phone 250-674-2928 or fax 250-674-2938

Operate by Yellowhead Community Services

The Employment Program of BC is funded by the Government of Canada & the Province of British Columbia

BARRIERE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES629 Barriere Town Rd. Barriere, BC V0E 1E0

Phone: 250-672-0036 / Fax: 250-672-2159 E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.barriere-employment.ca

CLEARWATER EMPLOYMENT SERVICES58A Young Road, Clearwater BC V0E 1N2

250-674-2928 Fax 250-674-2938E-mail: [email protected] • Web Page: www.clearwateremployment.ca

GENERAL INFORMATION• Free Workshops: Thurs. Oct.. 11th : Introduction Computer Training Workshop (every 2nd Thursday)Thurs. Oct. 18th : Creating and Updating Your Resume Workshop (every 3rd Thursday)Thurs. Sept. 27th: Work Search Techniques Workshop (every 4th Thursday)Please call Call 250-674-2928 to register for free workshops• Resumes & Interviews: Go hand in hand, so the better prepared you are the greater the impression you will make to your future employer. Please drop in and our friendly staff will assist you.• Targeted Wage Subsidy (TWS): Are you currently on Employment Insurance or have you been in the last 3-5 years? If you have, you may be eligible for wage subsidy. Ask us for further info.• Funding for Skill Enhancement: Recent or active EI clients with a career plan in mind seeking assistance through Service Canada are required to book an appointment with one of our Employment Counsellors.• Blue River Itinerant: An employment consultant comes to town once per month for the summer months to the Blue River Library. Next visit is Thursday Sept 18th from 1:00 to 3:00. If a one on one appointment is required, please call to set up a time prior to the drop in.

CASHIER: Part time Barriere Petro Can J1212CBAR SERVER: Knight’s Inn J2312ALUMBER PILERS: Woodco JU0912COOK: Barriere A&W AU0712BREAKFAST COOK: Mike Wiegele AU2912CHEF GARDER MANGER: Mike Wiegele AU2912ADISHWASHER: Mike Wiegele AU2912BTRAFFIC CONTROL PERSONS: Road Sense Traffi c Control S0512SUPERVISOR/MANAGER: Road Sense Traffi c Control S0512ACOOK: Part time, Knight’s Inn S0512BVOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED :NT Fall Fair: Donna Kibble 250-672-5672

NORTH THOMPSON JOBS

Payroll and Accounts Payable: FT/Blue River #0909Administrative Assistant: FT/Blue River #0908Reservation Coordinator: FT/Blue River #0907Front Desk Attendant: Seasonal/Blue River #0906Housekeeping Manager: FT/Blue River #0905Housekeeper: Seasonal/Blue River #0904Fine Dining Server: Seasonal/Blue River #0903Snowcat Driver: Seasonal/ Blue River #0902Registered Massage Therapist: Seasonal/Blue River #0901Chef Garder Manger (Evening Chef): Winter Season/Blue River #0820Breakfast Cook: Winter Season/Blue River #0819Dishwashers: Winter Season/Blue River #0818Bus Host: Winter Season/Blue River #0817Heli-Ski Guides: 6 positions/Seasonal/Blue River #0816Volunteer Offi ce Assistant: Volunteer/Clearwater #0815Jr. Forestry Technician: Part-time/Clearwater #0813Lodge Manager: Seasonal/Blue River #0812Assistant Housekeeping Supervisor: FT/Blue River #0811Housekeeping Supervisor Assistant: FT/Blue River #0810Skate Club Coach: Seasonal/Clearwater #0809Traffi c Control Person: Casual/Clearwater #0806Housekeeper: Seasonal/Blue River #0724Sport shop & Boutique Manager: FT/Blue River #0723Servers: 2 positions/Blue River #0711Line Cook: 3 positions/Blue River #0710Customer Service Employee: 3 positions FT/PT Little Fort #0623

SKILL DEVELOPMENT: If you have been on Employment Insurance in the past 3 years (5 years maternity) and are currently unemployed, you may be eligible for re-training dollars. Book an appointment to see one of our counselors for more information.We look forward to seeing you: come in and we’ll personally see that you get the information you’re seeking or call and make an appointment.

• Free computer and Internet access • Free resume help

• Free information on many services.

“The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia”

In Partnership with Barriere & District Chamber of Commerce and Yellowhead Community Services

Announcements

Coming EventsAcrylic Painting Classes

With Lynn SherkTuesdays 7-9 pm orThursdays 1-3 pmCall 250-674-2324

for more info

BIGFOOT Leather will be sell-ing handmade leather belts, wallets, rifl e slings, etc. at the upcoming Prov. Winter Fair. Christmas orders taken. Con-tact [email protected] for information.

Blackpool Hall Heritage Society AGM,

7 pm Tuesday, Oct. 2 Blackpool Hall

All tax payers in the Blackpool volunteer Fire Department tax assessment area welcome to attend. Info: 250-587-6143

CHOIRS! New voice/piano teacher in town is starting adult and children/youth choir starting the week of Septem-ber 23rd. Likely Mondays in Clearwater, Thursdays in Bar-riere. Leah is looking forward to sharing her experience and knowledge with North Thomp-son folks and is looking for-ward to settling in and getting to know all of you! 250-957-8440 or [email protected] ALSO - good harmony SING-ERS REQUIRED for CD RE-CORDING. Check leahpep-perjones.com for updates

Hospital Gift CornerOpen Monday - Friday

10 am - 1 pm

InformationSafe Home Response

Providing a safe place to escape for women and their

children. Volunteers always needed.

Call 250-674-2135.

Announcements

Information

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY THRIFT SHOP

Located across the railway tracks in Vavenby, B.C.

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Sunday 11a.m. - 3 p.m.

Great deals - low prices

PersonalsAlcoholics Anonymous

Phone 250-674-3838 or250-587-0026 Anytime

Barriere Alcoholics Anonymous Call: 250-672-9643For Al Anon Call:

250-672-9643, 250-819-5361, 250-308-5139 or 778-220-6269

Clearwater: AA meetings eve-ry Wednesday, #11 Lodge Dr., side door. Roll call 8 p.m. 250-674-7155 or 250-674-7313

Lost & FoundFound: Misc. items found at NT Fall Fair grounds in Bar-riere after the Labour Day long weekend. Items include jack-ets, hats, sunglasses, ear-rings, & rings. Also 1 small wallet (empty), a debit card, car keys, & an i-pod type de-vice. Drop by the Star/Journal offi ce to identify & claim, or call 250-672-5611.Found: recently found at the Barriere Bandshell - woman’s watch, man’s watch, earring. Contact District Offi ce at 250-672-9751 to claim.

Travel

TimeshareCANCEL YOUR Timeshare. NO Risk Program, STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Pay-ments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Con-sultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248.

Travel

TravelONE DAY Polar Bear Tours - Calgary and Edmonton depar-tures this fall. Jet to Churchill and experience 6 hours on a polar bear safari; 1-866-460-1415; www.classiccanadiantours.comVISITING ARIZONA for the Winter? Meridian RV Resort. Good Sam-Trailer Life Top 100 RV Resorts in America. Check us out at:www.meridianrvresort.com or call 866-770-0080.

Employment

Business Opportunities

$30,000-$400,000yr.P/T or F/T

Magazine PublishingBusiness For Fun

Energetic Entrepreneurs!Exclusive Protected License.We Teach You & Provide Content!Toll Free 1-855-406-1253

Attention: We need serious & moti-vated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed in-ternet/phone essential. Free online training www.trainerforfreedom.com

FREE VENDING Machines. Appointing prime references now. Earn up to $100,000 + per year. Exclusive protected territories. For full details call now. 1-866-668-6629 Website www.tcvend.com

Reach most sports-men & women in BC advertise in the 2013-2015 BC Fresh-water Fishing Regu-lation Synopsis! The largest outdoor maga-zine in BC, 450,000 copies plus two year edition! This is the most effec-tive way to advertise your business in BC.

Please call Annemarie at

1-800-661-6335. or email:

fi [email protected] HOTEL in Hol-land, Manitoba, 134 seat bar w/patio, 30 seat restaurant, four rooms and living quarters. Turn key operation w/equip-ment, $259,900 obo. Contact 1-204-799-4152.

Career Opportunities

D&J Isley and Sons Contracting Ltd. in Grande Prairie, AB. is look-ing for BUNCHER, SKIDDER, FORWARDER and PROCESSOR Operators If you are looking for full time work, please submit your re-sume to [email protected] or fax 780-532-1250

Education/Trade Schools

LEARN FROM Home. Earn from home. Medical Transcrip-tionists are in demand. Lots of jobs! Enroll today for less than $95 a month. 1-800-466-1535 [email protected]

TAYLOR PROTRAINING

*Heavy Equipment Operator Training

*Commercial Driver Training Call today 1-877-860-7627www.taylorprotraining.com

Help WantedWanted someone to clean seniors hall at Evergreen Acres 2 times per month. Ph. Shirley Grenier 250-674-2706

Employment

Help WantedAn Alberta Construction Com-pany is hiring Dozer and Exca-vator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfi eld road and lease construction. Lodg-ing and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Con-struction at 780-723-5051.

EDITOR. THE Sundre Round-Up, a 2,000 circulation weekly, requires an experienced edi-tor. Sundre is 110 km north-west of Calgary. Full benefi t package. Apply: Lea Smal-don, 5013 - 51 Street, Olds, AB, T4H 1P6. 403-556-7510; [email protected] for an Alberta Truck-ing Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430Resident manager wanted (couple preferred) duties in-clude property management front desk and maintenance Apply to Scott’s Inn 551 11th Ave Kamloops BC V2C 3Y1 email [email protected] or fax 250-372-9444

Income OpportunityEARN EXTRA Cash! - P/T, F/T Immediate openings. Easy computer work, other positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed. www.HWC-BC.com

Trades, TechnicalCertifi ed Utility Arborists and 2nd yr Apprentice Utility Arborists wanted immediately for clearing in and around energized lines in lower mainland & interior regions. Com-petitive wage & benefi t package. Call Matt for details 250-308-6033.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT Repair Ltd. currently has full-time po-sitions available: H/D Truck and Transport Mechanic and Parts Counter Person. Contact Herb 780-849-3768; cell 780-849-0416. Fax 780-849-4453. Email: [email protected] ROCKY Mountain House company looking for day rate and hourly Vacuum Truck Operator. Must have current oilfi eld tickets, up-to-date drivers abstract. Benefi t package. Fax 403-845-3903.

Help Wanted

Employment

Trades, TechnicalAUTOMATED TANK Manu-facturing Inc. is looking for welders, due to a huge expan-sion to our plant located in Kit-scoty, Alberta, 20 km west of Lloydminster. We have open-ings for ten 3rd Year Appren-tices or Journeyperson weld-ers. We offer best wage in industry. 3rd Year Apprentice $28-$30/hour, Journeyperson $32-$35/hour, higher with tank experience. Profi t sharing bo-nus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance pack-age 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at offi ce: 780-846-2231; fax: 780-846-2241 or send resume to:[email protected] roduc t i on@au to tanks . ca Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or ele-vated work platform.

JOURNEYMAN AUTOBODY position available immediately at brand new modern dealer-ship. Lots of work, great pay, benefi ts, great Northern Sas-katchewan community. Apply to Rob Dron [email protected] or call 1-800-667-0511.JOURNEYMAN HEAVY Equipment Technicians. Due to a steady growth in our in-dustry we currently have multi-ple positions open for our fi eld service division. Mining and large construction equipment experience is an asset. We of-fer very competitive wages and benefi ts. Apply:offi [email protected] WASTE Company seeks Heavy Duty Mechanic to manage shop operations and the maintenance of all equipment. Submit resume to 604-885-4247 or [email protected]

Work WantedNeed some help with those odd jobs you don’t have time for? Call Keiran Jones at 250-674-3051

Services

Health ProductsCASH BACK - $10 for every pound you lose. Lose weight quickly and safely and keep it off, results guaranteed! Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-854-5176.

Services

Financial Services

Reduce Debtby up to 70%

• Avoid bankruptcy• 0% Interest

250-434-4226www.4pillars.ca

• Avoid Bankruptcy• Rebuild Your Credit• Proudly Canadian

250-434-4505

DROWNING IN Debt? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru settlements. Avoid bankruptcy! Free con-sultation. Toll Free 1 877-556-3500 www.mydebtsolution.com

Help Wanted

Services

Financial ServicesGET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer AcceptanceCorp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420.

www.pioneerwest.com

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer AcceptanceCorp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420.

www.pioneerwest.comIF YOU own a home or realestate, Alpine Credits can lendyou money: It’s that simple.Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.M O N E Y P ROV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No CreditRefused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

Help Wanted

Your community. Your classifi eds.

250.674.3343

fax 250.674.3410 email classifi [email protected]

CLASSIFIED RATES AND DEADLINEBuy a Classified in the Star/Journal

and your ad goes into the The Times FREE.

Regular Rate: 8.50 + GSTMaximum 15 words .20c per word extra

Special Rates: 3 Weeks;$22.15 + GST

Free Ads: Lost, Found, Student Work WantedFree ads maximum 15 words will run 2 consecutive weeks.

Happy Occasions:Happy Birthday, Happy Anniversary, etc. 1 column by 3 inch - $18.49 + GSTDeadlines:Word Ads: Mondays 5pmDisplay Ads: Mondays 12pm

It is the policy of The Star/Journal and The Times to receive pre-payment on all classified advertisements.Ads may be submitted by phone if charged to a VISA, MC or an existing account.

CHECK YOUR AD! Notice of error must be given in time for correction before the second insertion of any advertisement. The paper will not be responsible for omissions or for more than one incorrect insertion, or for damages or costs beyond the cost of the space actually occupied by the error.Advertisers are reminded that Provincial legislation forbids the publication of ads which discriminate against any person because of race, religion, sex, color, national-ity, ancestry or place of origin or age, unless the condition is justifi ed by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.Readers; in ads where ‘male’ is referred to, please read also as ‘female’ and where ‘female’ is used, read also ‘male’.NOTE: When ordering items out of province, the purchaser is responsible to pay provincial sales tax. Do not send money in response to an advertisement without confi rming the credentials of that business, and be aware that some telephone num-bers will be charged for by the minute

Ph: 250.674.3343 • Fax: 250.674.3410

Office Hours: Mon. to Thurs. • 9am - 5pm, Fri. • 9am - 12pmBrookfi eld Mall, Clearwater

TH

E

NORTH THOMPSON

ET

HE

NORTH THOMPSON

Times

Buy a Classified in the Timesand your ad goes into the Barriere Star/Journal FREE.

www.c

lear

water

times

.com

just log on!

TH

E

NORTH THOMPSON

ET

HE

NORTH THOMPSON

Times

There is so much more online! Videos, Photo Galleries, Comics,

BClocal News, and tons more!

A18 www.clearwatertimes.com Thursday, September 20, 2012 North Thompson Times

B.C. LIVESTOCK GET IT SOLD!

C O M P L E T E L I S T I N G A N D P H O T O S O N L I N E : w w w . b c l i v e s t o c k . b c . c a

B.C. LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS CO-OPERATIVE ASSOCIATIONLots of Parking - Come Early • We specialize in equipment sales

KAMLOOPS 250-573-3939 • WILLIAMS LAKE 250-398-7174 • OK FALLS 250-497-5416 • VANDERHOOF 250-567-4333

FARM & RANCH EQUIPMENT ESTATE AUCTION FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH • 11:00AM

INDIAN ROCK RANCH / BOB & JOAN MUMFORD, LITTLE FORT B.C. CHASE CREEK ROADOne mile from Jim’s Little Fort store on highway 24. Signs will be posted.

NO BUYERS FEE

TRUCKS, TILLAGE EQUIPMENT, FENCING, MISCELLANEOUS, HOUSEHOLD, LUMBER, TACK, ANTIQUES

Services

Fitness/ExerciseElliptical Trainer Canadian Tire Cardio Style ET150 in very good condition. Will trade for treadmill in good condition. Call 250-319-8023.

Legal ServicesCRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certifi -cation, adoption property ren-tal opportunities. For peace of mind and a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

CRIMINAL RECORD?Guaranteed Record Removal

since 1989. Confi dential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating

assures EMPLOYMENT &TRAVEL FREEDOM.

Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET1-8-NOW-PARDON(1-866-972-7366)

RemoveYourRecord.com

Photography / VideoNeed a professional

photographer? Portraits, weddings,

special events, pet portraits, commercial.

Affordable memories that last a life-time. Seniors rates.

Book now avoid & disappointment. Sorry no passport photos

Jill Hayward250-319-8023/250-672-0055

PHOTOS by Keith McNeill

Digital and fi lm photographs.Phone 250-674-3252 or

email:[email protected]

Computer ServicesClearwater Computers is your neighborhood computer store & repair outlet; all makes & models. We offer new and used computers. Other servic-es incl: 15Mb unlimited ADSL, unlimited dial-up internet, 2.9 cents a minute long distance, unlimited webhosting, online backup, domain management, color photocopying, faxing and more. Located at #6 W Old NT Hwy (beside Supersave Gas). Ph. 250-674-1032

Misc ServicesSue’s Jewellery RepairsSince 1975 - We do it all, Retipping, Sizing, Soldering.Sue Ludtke - 250-587-6357

Painting & Decorating

BUDGET PAINTING, 25% Off, Int, Ext, Res, Comm, 15 Yrs Experience, Excellent Refer-ences, Senior Discounts, Free Estimates, 1(250)571-9722

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay850 lb bales. $70 ea. Free delivery within Clearwater. Call after 6 pm 250-674-3835Excellent quality round & square hay bales, 1st & 2nd cut. Details call: 250-672-1810Leasing alfa pasture & cattle 4 grazing.Irrigation fi nance poss. [email protected]

Merchandise for Sale

AppliancesFridge, w/ice maker, water cooler, asking $450.00; W/D, top loading, asking $300.00; 5 burner glass top convection, $450.00. All in good working condition. Call 250-674-0079

Food ProductsFresh lamb. Avail thru Oct. $5.50/lb. Cut, wrapped & fro-zen. Raven Ridge Farms 250-672-1878Pasture raised fresh (not fro-zen) turkey (approx 15-20lbs) avail Oct 4. $3.50/lb. Raven Ridge Farms 250-672-1878

Free ItemsFREE apples & prune plums. U-pick. Call 250-674-3562 Ask for Dennis or ChristineRegistered purebred Dober-man, requires new home. Call for details 250-672-0288.

Firewood/FuelPremium Fir Pellets

$240/ton Call 250-819-2944

Garage Sales4380 Dunsmuir Rd. Garage Sale Sat. Sep. 22, 9am-1pm.556 Hwy 24, Little Fort. Daily Garage Sale! Mondays to Sat-urdays 10am-3pm. 250-677-4280. Your Treasure Awaits!

Birch Island Garage Sale

Saturday, Sept. 22

Starts at 9 am @

Moss Gazebo (across the tracks),

Watch for signs.

Refreshment served

Clearwater2 Family Yard Sale

1001 Clearwater Village Rd(Raft River area)Saturday Sept. 22

9 am - 2 pmVarious household items.

ClearwaterSaturday, Sept. 22323 Wyndhaven 10 am - 2 pm

Moving / Garage SaleSunday, Sept. 23 Monday, Sept. 24,

10 am - 5 pm, Indian Rock Ranch,

369 Hwy 24, Little Fort Furniture, freezer, piano & bench, pool furniture, baby furniture & toys, misc house-hold items, etc

Heavy Duty Machinery

A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS /

Bridges / EquipmentWheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & Storage-Call 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for SaleAddition for sale. 10’ x 36’. Vinyl siding exterior, drywall interior. As is, where is. $700. Includes wood heater. Call 250-587-6151.HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/news-paper?Lg Pellet Pro Stove. Good for lg home or shop. Used 1 sea-son. CSA approved. $3,000.00 Ph. 250-674-2677

Merchandise for Sale

Misc. for SaleSAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money and save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

Used OSB board, no nail holes. $6/sheet. 250-819-2944

Misc. WantedPrivate Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town

Used Postage StampsSupport International Scouting by donating used stamps which are sorted & sold to raise money for the International Develop-ment Fund of the International Scout & Guide Fellowship. This fund pays for training for Scout-ers in the third world.Drop stamps off at front counter of the Star/Journal in Barriere, or call Margaret at (250)672-9330.

Real Estate

Acreage for SaleBarriere: 10 acres on Glen-grove. Paved Rd., power, phone, water @ lot line. $149,000. 250-690-7244

Duplex/4 PlexClearwater: Older duplex on 1/2 acre, 10 min from town. Great rental property. Asking $174,900. Flat lot w/easy ac-cess. Back lane & frontage near Hwy. Always rented, 1 side - 3 bdrm, other side 5 bdrm. 2 sep laundry. Great for daycare, group home, etc. Sep ent. Upgrades incl septic fi eld, pellet stove, hot water tank, furnace & much more. Needs some tlc. Great potential. Owners will consider trades in Kelowna area. Contact proper-ty manager @ 250-674-0188 - Ask for Julie.

For Sale By OwnerClearwater: Early 70’s 3 bdrm MH w/covered deck & addi-tion. $6,500.00 for quick sale. Call Frank 604-751-2771 or 604-850-9059

Recreational

Sun Peaks Duplex For Sale

Each side: $449,000 5 bdrms.3 bath, front & back decks. Exc. revenue opportunity We work

with agents! 604-626-7100 www. northrockhomes.ca/peak-2-creek

Auctions

Real Estate

Other AreasFREE BROCHURE. Kings County “Land of Orchards, Vineyards and Tides”. Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Start a business! Toll-Free: 1-888-865-4647, www.kingsrda.ca

Rentals

Misc for RentCovered Garage Bay in se-cured compound (28’ x 14’ x 10’), ideal for RV’s, motor boats, cars, etc. $75/mo, (Oct. 15 to April 15). Call Riverside @ 250-674-0001, [email protected]

Modular HomesClearwater: Very attractive 2 bdrm Modular Hm. Incl all appl, hobby rm, covered front entry, storage shed. Location: site #24 Thompson Crossing. $800/mo + DD. 250-587-6151

Homes for RentBarriere/Louis Creek: 1 bdrm home on 9.5 acres. $850/mo 250-690-7244

Clearwater: For rent Oct. 1. Totally renovated 2 bdrm hm on priv lot. New high effi ciency furnace & heat pump. Water incl. N.S. $900/mo. Ref req. Call 250-674-2677

Clearwater River Frontage 3 bdrm hm on 1 acre, close to shopping, very priv, partially furn, 6 appl, $975/mo + util, wd/elec heat, n/s, ref, Oct. 1, [email protected] 250-674-0001

Two bdrm MH w/family rm, carport, 4 appl, wood heater. $625/mo. Site #9, Thompson Crossing, 121 Ferry Road, Clearwater BC. 250-587-6151

Vavenby: 5 bdrm / Hobby farm. Avail Oct. 1. $1100/mo. Call Randy 250-674-8288

Vavenby: Spacious 3 bdrm home. On half acre. $750/mo Call Randy 250-674-8288

Suites, LowerBarriere: 1 bdrm, large, walk-out basement, in town. Util incl. WD/FS, NS/NP. $800/mo, RR. Avail. immediately. (250)672-0024

Barriere: 2 bdrm basement suite, all util, all appl. NS/NP, no parties. Separate entrance /parking. $750/mo. 250-672-5643

Basement suite in Clearwater. Incl sat. tv & internet. $750/mo Private ent. Very clean & all new appl. 250-674-2465

Transportation

Antiques / Classics1946 Chev Style Master 4 dr Sedan. Lots of extra parts, running cond, original new tires, etc. ($12,000 worth of new parts). Asking $8,000. 250-674-0079

Auctions

Transportation

Auto Financing

DreamCatcher Auto Loans“0” Down, Bankruptcy OK -

Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

Legal Notices

Transportation

Auto Financing

Cars - Sports & Imports

ATTENTION COLLECTORS1980 CAMARO, only 50,000 K on punched 305 eng. 3 spd. Needs some body work. For more info. $2800 OBO. 1-250-523-9762. (Logan Lake)

Legal Notices

Transportation

Recreational/Sale1983 Vanguard 9.5’ HuntingCamper special w/awing.$1500. Ph. 250-674-3616

Boats

Legal

Legal NoticesDispute Resolution Services.Law suits, custody, access,property, high confl ict families& more. Court Approved,Chartered Mediators. 778-220-5930

Small Ads work!

Multiple SclerosisSociety of CanadaS

1•800•268•7582 www.mssociety.ca

It’s here in our community. Please make a difference by volunteering.

S lives here.

BCDailyRegister Online at www.bcdailydeals.com


A group of eight or so ladies, Girl Guiders all (once referred to as "... the oldest Girl Scouts I've ever seen!") usu-ally get together following August long weekend to hike and camp. This year's plan was for a cross-border car-camp-ing trip through Alberta's Waterton Lakes and Montana's Glacier National Park. As the date approached, the num-ber had dwindled to two - our friend Mary from Creston and me. Well, who better to replace six ladies than John? We chose the International Selkirk Loop, leaving B.C. for Idaho, a short loop into Montana, back through Idaho to Washington, ending once more in B.C. Campgrounds switched to motels. We've done this before, with various friends, buying one meal per day, and carrying groceries for the others. With Mary and me on board, an ice cream or milkshake is the usual snack for "afternoon tea".

After picking her up, we found a gravel road beside flourishing fields to take us much of the way from Creston to Bonners Ferry, ID, our first overnight stop. A run-ning joke about accommodation began that evening.

"You did give us a room with two beds, didn't you?" asked Mary as the cheerful man gave us a key.

The following night once again saw the three of us standing at the desk in a nice-looking place at Priest Lake.

"Would you like a room with a king-sized bed or two queens?" the gal asked.

At our hoots of laughter she assured us she was just ascertaining whether we wanted one room or two.

In Chewelah, we were confronted with No Vacancy signs on the decent-looking places. The last one on the strip looked hopeful.

"Just one room left," said the motel's owner, and it has one only queen bed."

"Here we go," quipped Mary, "all in one bed, finally!" Fortunately, a com-fortable cot resolved this situation.

Before we left Creston, Mary's fam-ily had warned us: "Don't have big expectations for Kootenai Falls! It's no more than a series of rapids."

Wrong ... We loved it. At the end of the trail down to the Kootenai River (U.S. spelling), water dropped over one ledge after another after another, splashing in bright sunshine. A faint rainbow appeared at the foot of the tall-

est part right beside us. On a dif-ferent part of the trail, a swinging bridge across the river challenges the hardy to wobble their way across, high above the fast-flowing river.

Since Mary and John let me drive, any brown or blue sign had us turning away from the main route. "Super Loops" have been added to the map and we checked out all those in the USA.

We also added a few extras of our own, avoiding busy roads and highways wherever possible.

Going down one gravel road that was getting narrower and bumpier, we weren't sure where we were headed, although it was supposed to be Bull River.

To our great surprise we discovered a road crew sweeping the crevices (I kid you not) in a wooden bridge across a small creek. At least they had a for-estry map and could give us directions and suggestions. We turned back.

"The scenery looks different each way, even though we're on the same road," we said - often.

With the car programmed to stop at all historical markers, it slowed down as soon as a neat pillar of rocks cement-ed together was spotted. The sight of the modern mailbox encased within caused the car to speed up again - pas-sengers and driver much amused.

Exploring the International Selkirk Loop: Part 1 - Having fun

TrekkingTales

Read us on facebook

FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY

February 19– March 20

January 20– February 18

December 22– January 19

May 21– June 21

April 20– May 20

August 23– September 22

July 23– August 22

November 22– December 21

October 23– November 21

March 21– April 19 June 22– July 22 September 23– October 22

A p r i l 2 3 - 2 9 , 2 0 1 2

This week is all about give and take, Capricorn. Do for others, and they will do for you. A special event calls for some extra-special gifts.

Some habits are hard to break, Aquarius. Look to a mentor to help and you will succeed. A fitness goal is easily achieved with a new piece of equipment.

The odds may be stacked against you, Pisces, but that doesn’t mean you won’t come out on top with a little ingenuity. A weekend endeavor requires a leap of faith.

Speak up, Aries, and the problem will be solved. A little miracle at home makes for an interesting weekend. Travel plans come together.

Cast aside all doubt, Taurus. The offer is genuine and will bring you many rewards. A test of faith begins— be strong. Money woes ease.

Feeling blessed these days, Gemini? Pay it forward. A compromise at home raises everyone’s spirits and fun ensues all weekend long!

A business relationship blossoms with an addition. A larger-than- life personality drops by with an offer you can’t refuse. Oh boy, oh boy, Cancer.

Oops, Leo. You fall behind on a project, raising some eyebrows. Not to worry. You will get back on track sooner than you think, thanks to an innovation.

Spend less, save more and you’ll definitely get more, Virgo. More in your bottom line and more peace of mind. Flowers provide a great pick-me-up.

Lady Luck smiles on you, Libra, and there is nothing beyond your reach. A treasured heirloom resurfaces, bringing back many fond memories.

The tiniest of changes make a vast improvement in a project. A rejection is a blessing in disguise. Be grateful for what you’re given, Scorpio.

News from afar gets the creative juices flowing, and you accomplish more than you have in some time, Sagittarius. A game of wits at the office proves challenging.

Sept. 20 - 26, 2012Aries, your goals are easily achieved this week. All you really need to do is set your mind to them and everything will fall into place along the way.

Cancer, you may need to act quickly before things start moving in the wrong direction. You have to take control and make sure things are on the right course.

Libra, this week you have the uncanny ability to impress people in one-on-one conversation. Start by focusing all of your energy on one par-ticular relationship.

Capricorn, both work and family issues are on your mind, but you can only tackle one set of concerns at a time. Figure out which one is a priority and set your wheels in motion.

Aquarius, you are likely to feel amazing this week, so much so that you actually do a double-take in the mirror to make sure it’s you looking back. Savor every moment.

Taurus, you may feel rushed by outside pressures, but it really is up to you to set your own pace. Ev-erything will get done if you just relax.

Leo, you can have fun doing just about anything this week. You have lots of energy, so maybe something physical will t the bill. Grab a crowd and go to it.

Scorpio, it’s time to assess your health and make a few changes for the bet-ter. It’s within reason to change your diet and exercise more often. It will be to your advantage.

Pisces, you may have some trouble guring out what is real and what’s a facade this week. Others can provide backup if you need it.

Those closest to you need a little space and respect, Gemini. Just give them what they need and all will go smoothly. Wednesday could be a trying day.

Virgo, things have not been going your way, but that is no reason to be disap-pointed. You will soon nd a way to bounce back and get back on track.

Sagittarius, you will nd you’re incredibly

ef cient this week, both at home and at work. If you have time left over, you may want to help a coworker or family member.

This Crossword Sponsored by

WELLS GRAY HOME HARDWARE86 STATION RD., CLEARWATER

674-3717

Legal

Legal Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice to Creditors and othersNotice is hereby given that creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of Barbara Bucknell, formerly of 137 Trutch Road, Clearwater, BC deceased are hereby re-quired to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o Alan Kollman, Box 121, Port McNeill, BC, V0N 2R0 on or before Sep-tember 30, 2012, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.Alan Kollman, Executor

Legal

TendersINVITATION to Tender: Blue River Community Hall Heating System Installation of propane fi red heating system 300,000 – 400,000 BTU Unit ceiling heat-ing ducts Photos and recom-mendations available at: [email protected] ph: 250-673-8224 Contact: Charmaine Schenstead BRCA Secretary Bids close Oct. 5, 2012

INVITATION to Tender: Blue River Community Hall Blown In Insulation 3920 sq.ft. 6in cavity on 14 ft walls Remove existing wall board, and recov-er with new wall board Photo-graphs and recommendations available at: [email protected] ph: 250-673-8224 Contact: Charmaine Schenstead, BRCA Secretary Bids close Oct. 5, 2012

FIND EVERYTHING YOUNEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS


Margot Venema

To kick off the Wells Gray World Heritage Year, volcanologist Dr. Catherine Hickson (with co-hosts Dr. Tom Dickinson, Dean of Science at Thompson Rivers University and Trevor Goward, lichen special-ist) took 50 people from Clearwater, Kamloops and as far away as Salmon Arm for an educational volcano tour to Wells Gray Park on Sept. 1.

Along the route Hickson explained how volcanoes, lava, rock, and masses of water from melting glaciers had formed the unique land-scape we see in the park today.

The first stop was Spahats Falls.

“Spahats Falls is a mini Helmcken Falls,” Cathie Hickson said. Glaciers carved it 10,000 - 20,000 years ago when at the end of the ice age they melted within 200 years, freeing up massive amounts of water that filled the already exist-ing Clearwater Valley and carved out the valley around Spahats Falls.

Lava cascaded down

from the slopes of Raft and the Trophies and when it cooled it formed basalt.

“Basalt will form col-umns when it meets the glacier melt water that fills the valley and the faster the lava cools the smaller the columns are,” said Hickson. “The falls drop over a lava bench that was created by many layers of basalt.”

Geologists can tell time by how layers are built and with trace element chemistry they can even follow lava

back to its volcano. The group stopped for a

short lunch at the Clearwater Valley Viewpoint where more volcanic features were highlighted. Here Trevor Goward called attention to the fact that a logging com-pany plans to log parts of this valley. He encouraged people to write letters to stop these plans.

At Second Canyon Hickson showed an example of a lava flow and what basalt looks like when it

interacts with water. After a short stop at

Dawson Falls, it was on to Helmcken Falls.

“If Pyramid Mountain wasn’t where it is, Dawson Falls and Helmcken Falls wouldn’t be here,” Dr. Hickson said. “The volcano blocks the water from flow-ing down Blackwater Creek and since there is no valley the water flows over the sur-face.” Helmcken Falls will cease to exist if the flow of the river ever changes. This could happen in a couple of hundred years.

Helmcken Falls, the fourth highest waterfall in

Canada, has an enormous grotto that was formed by Murtle Lake water and lots of it. As was explained at Spahats Falls, the rock is layered because of the heat, cooling, and pressure.

At the Green Mountain viewing tower, Dr. Hickson showed and pointed out the multitude of interesting volcanic features that can be seen in the area.

“The term ‘tuya’, which stands for a sub glacial vol-cano that erupted through the ice, comes right here from B.C.,” she said. (The name comes from Tuya Butte in northern B.C.)

From the viewpoint, the impact of the two major forest fires of 1896 and 1926 also became clear. Everything you see from the tower burnt, in total 90,000 hectares. Since caribou like to live in older forest their population crashed in the 1940s because of the increase of predators as the forests rejuvenated as a result of the forest fires. Moose and deer like a younger forest and so not much later there were too many moose. With the aging of the forest their numbers

are decreasing and it is expected that the caribou, an endangered species, will make a recovery.

This valley is unique.“It is important from

a World Heritage per-spective,” said Dr. Tom Dickinson, “because this is a place, because of its remote-ness, where things can be measured against what is happening in the rest of the world.”

The day ended at the Upper Clearwater Community Hall with din-ner, dessert, and more pre-sentations from Dr. Cathie Hickson, Dr. Tom Dickinson and Trevor Goward on the Wildlife Corridor Land Conservancy, the Wells Gray Master Plan, the new Wells Gray TRU Wilderness Centre to be built next year, and the plan for Wells Gray World Heritage status.

“This is the begin-ning of the Wells Gray World Heritage Year,” said Dickinson. Throughout the year 20 events will be orga-nized. “We will have well known people do presenta-tions. Help us make this valley into something very special.”

Touring the valley of fi re and ice with Dr. Cathie Hickson

A crowd listens as Dr. Cathie Hickson (r) explains the geology of the lava fl ows that helped form Helmcken Falls during a tour of the volcanic features of Welsl Gray Park on Sept. 1. Photos by Margot Venema

Dr. Cathie Hickson earned her doctorate by studying the volcanoes of Wells Gray Park.

$799 $199 $76SEASONPASS

3DCARD

VALUECARD

OUR SNOWDELIVERS

THE GOODS( smiles, giggles, yippees, high fives… )

SEAASONNPASS

3D3D3DDCACACACACACAARDRDRDRDRDRDRD

VAVAVAVAAALULULUUUEECACACCC RDR

LIMITED TIME OFFER:

promo & fall buy sale ends september 30

FREE PAYMENT PLAN

VISIT

US

AT

SAHA

LI MA

LL

SEPTEMBER 15

–30

*Rates based on adult pricing. Photo: Kevin Hagell

250.578.5474www.SunPeaksResort.com

Be sure to check out our retail blowout sale on equipment and outerwear at the Kamloops store in Sahali Mall, September 15–30. Shop early for best selection!

At Sun Peaks, we adore snow and kids of all ages love playing in it. And why not? It’s natural, soft, environmentally friendly and, best of all, it produces smiles. Have fun all winter with a Sun Peaks Season Pass, 3D Card, or Value Card.

We’ll make it super easy to purchase too: online anytime at SunPeaksResort.com; by phone at 250.578.5474; in person at Guest Services; or at the Kamloops store.

Clearwater Times, September 20, 2012

Documents

Transcript of Clearwater Times, September 20, 2012