Barriere Star Journal, October 30, 2014

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Medical-marijuana firm eyes Barriere

2014 CCNA

By Cam Fortems

Election 2014: Candidates Find out what the candidates have to say

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Bear-o-lantern

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This 110 pound pumpkin was a first prize winner at this year’s fall fair for the Fadear family before being carved into this interesting bear Jack-olantern. It now sits in front of The Bear radio station in Barriere.

Cow/calf shot and butchered illegally in Louis Creek ..... page 11

Don’t forget to turn your clocks back 1 hour on Sunday, Nov. 2

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A medical marijuana start-up firm has made a tentative deal to buy two industrial lots in Barriere’s Louis Creek Industrial Park for a production and research facility. GreenSkyLabs, a company incorporated in Alberta, made its plans public on Oct. 27, to locate an operation in the North Thompson town of 1,800. Mayor Bill Humphreys said the company has submitted an offer to purchase two lots in the Louis Creek subdivision — site of the former Tolko Industries Ltd. mill that burned in what was dubbed Firestorm 2003 — contingent on it receiving approval from Health Canada. Company founder Sam Scherwitz, who also owns an LED supply company, told KTW GreenSkyLabs intends to build a “testing, research and cultivation centre” in Barriere. He said availability of inexpensive land, location between Alberta and Victoria and a desire to develop “in an area where we can help growth” is what brought the company to Barriere. Scherwitz said in addition to its required permitting with Health Canada, GreenSkyLabs is also hoping to list on a Canadian stock exchange in the first quarter of next year to raise money for the venture. The first profit generator in the Barriere building would be growing medical marijuana, but Scherwitz also said the company wants to develop research facilities for extraction of compounds in marijuana that can be used in the pharmaceutical industry. “We’ve committed with the mayor and made a deal with the city,” he said. The industrial park where GreenSky’s facility would be operated is owned by the municipality of Barriere.

Scherwitz also credited Humphreys for pursuing the economic opportunity. “It could be pretty huge,” the company founder said. “It’s hundreds of job opportunities.” Humphreys said he originally met GreenSky officials at a Vancouver Board of Trade meeting. The mayor described himself as originally “exceptionally skeptical” about the reality of company claims. But, he added, the company and its principals are real — and have credibility and business experience to make it happen. Health Canada no longer issues licences for medical-marijuana users and has shifted to licensing large facilities for commercial production of medical marijuana. That financial opportunity has produced what some publications have dubbed a “green rush” to profit through public listings, in some cases taking over dormant junior mining companies. Barriere council just released its negotiations from in-camera status. “They checked out . . . They appear to be well-funded and well-intentioned,” Humphreys said, noting he opposes recreational use of marijuana and educated himself about the medical side before pursuing the opportunity. The next concrete step for the company will be the filing of building plans and, after obtaining of a Health Canada licence, closing the deal to buy industrial land for the facility that Humphreys forecasts would start with a basic crew of about 30, with opportunity for many more. Scherwitz also cautioned the company is withholding some business deals so it can comply with its goal of public listing next year. Cam Fortems writes for Kamloops This Week.

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THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT

2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS NOTICE OF ELECTION TAKE NOTICE that elections by voting will be conducted for the office of Director in the following Electoral Areas and that the persons duly nominated as candidates are as follows: Electoral Area

Candidate Name

Residential Address

“O” (Lower North Thompson)

Fennell, Mike Kershaw, Bill

District of Barriere District of Barriere

“P” (Rivers and the Peaks)

Rothenburger, Mel Sternig, John

Electoral Area “P” Electoral Area “P”

VOTING OPPORTUNITIES: ADVANCED Voting Opportunities Advance Voting will be held at the Thompson-Nicola Regional District Office, 4th Floor 465 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 Wednesday, November 12, 2014

8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

ADDITIONAL Advance Voting Opportunities Additional Advance Voting will be held for electors on Wednesday, November 5, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the following locations: Electoral Area “O” Electoral Area “P”

The Ridge, 4936 Barriere Town Road, Barriere Chase Community Hall, 547 Shuswap Avenue, Chase Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipal Office, 106-3270 Village Way, Sun Peaks

MAIL IN Voting You may be eligible to register and vote by mail if you: • have a physical disability, illness or injury that prevents you from attending a voting place at any of the voting opportunities; • if you reside in a specific and remote area of the TNRD; or • if you expect to be absent on general voting day and all advance voting days. For detailed information about mail in voting or to download an application for mail in voting, visit the TNRD website at www.tnrd.ca GENERAL Voting Day General voting day will be open to qualified electors on November 15, 2014 at the following times and locations: Polling Station

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Pay more for Columbia River, Bennett tells U.S. By Tom Fletcher Black Press Energy Minister Bill Bennett caused a stir at a conference on the Columbia River treaty with a speech calling for the U.S. government to pay more for the power and flood protection they receive. Bennett was in Spokane last week to address the Columbia River Basin Transboundary Conference. In an interview after his speech, he said it was the first time B.C. has laid out its expectations for the 50-year-old treaty. “I didn’t get any discourteous responses from the audience, but I think there were definitely a few people who were a bit shocked,” Bennett said. “I think there are a lot of folks here in the U.S. who think that the $150 million we get is more than what we should get each year, and I said I don’t think it’s nearly enough.” The annual payment represents half the value of electricity generated downstream of dams on the Columbia River. After the treaty took effect in 1964, BC Hydro constructed the Mica, Duncan and Hugh Keenleyside dams on the Columbia system, with the help of a $275 million payment from the U.S. government. The treaty was reached by Prime Minister John Diefenbaker and U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower after devastating floods in 1948 that destroyed the community of Vanport, Ore. On the B.C. side, the flood left most of the lower part of Trail B.C. underwater and destroyed crops at Creston. Bennett said both the cost of the dams to B.C. farmland and wetlands, and the value of

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Revelstoke Dam on the Columbia River system. The Columbia River treaty led to construction of three more dams in the Kootenay Region.

flood control to the U.S., are not well recognized south of the border. 8:00 am to 8:00 pm “At one time the land around Arrow Lake 8:00 am to 8:00 pm 8:00 am to 8:00 pm produced more fruit and vegetables than the Electoral Area “P” (Rivers and the Peaks) Okanagan,” he said. “Back in the ‘50s it was a Whispering Pines Community Hall 10134 Rodeo Way, Black Pines 8:00 am to 8:00 pm very fertile valley and it’s all underwater now. Heffley Creek Elementary School 7020 Old Hwy 5, Heffley Creek 8:00 am to 8:00 pm So the people on our side of the border reBrown Residence 1780 Pinegrove Road, McLure 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Pinantan Elementary School 2540 Hines Road, Pinantan 8:00 am to 8:00 pm ally want us to get some more resources to Rivershore Golf Course 330 Rivershore Dr, Kamloops 8:00 am to 8:00 pm enhance fish and wildlife and agriculture in Sun Rivers Sagewood Community Hall 222 Sagewood Drive, Kamloops 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Canada.” Sun Peaks Municipal Office 106-3270 Village Way, Sun Peaks 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Chase Community Hall 547 Shuswap Avenue, Chase 8:00 am to 8:00 pm The treaty has no expiry date, but contains Pritchard Community Hall 1941 Duck Range Road, Pritchard 8:00 am to 8:00 pm a provision that either side can give 10 years’ notice to cancel it. B.C. announced last March ELECTOR REGISTRATION AND ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS Registration of all electors will take place at the time of voting. that it wants to continue the treaty and discuss In order to vote, an elector must be eligible either as a Resident Elector or a Non-Resident Property Elector. the terms. Bennett said the U.S. government 1. Resident Elector: has given no indica• must be age 18 or older at time of registration; • must be a Canadian citizen; tion of its intentions, • must have been a resident of British Columbia for at least six (6) months immediately preceding the day of registration; and has no obligation • must be a resident of the Electoral Area for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration DISTRICT OF BARRIERE DISTRICT OF • must not be disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an DISTRICT OF BARRIERE BARRIERE DISTRICT BARRIERE NOTICE OFOF ELECTION BY VOTING to do so. State and loelection or be otherwise disqualified by law. NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING cal officials in WashQualified Electors* are encouraged to Vote in the upcoming municipal election as follows: 2. Non-Resident Property Elector: Qualified Electors* are encouraged to the Vote in the upcoming election ington and Oregon Qualified Electors* are encouraged to Vote in upcoming municipalmunicipal election as follows: as follows: • must not be entitled to register as a resident elector of the Electoral Area; All Votingto Opportunities will take place at municipal election as follows: Qualified Electors* are encouraged Vote in the upcoming • must be age 18 or older at time of registration; recently questioned 4936 Barriere Town Road (“the Ridge”), Barriere, B.C. All Voting Opportunities will take place at All Voting Opportunities will take place at • must be a Canadian citizen; hours of Ridge”), 8:00 amRidge”), and 8:00Barriere, pm 4936between Barriere Town Road (“the B.C. 4936 Barriere Town the Road (“the Barriere, B.C. whether the exist• must have been a resident of British Columbia for at least six (6) months immediately preceding the day of registration; All Voting Opportunities take place between the of 8:00 am and pm at between the hours of hours 8:00 on am and will 8:00 pm 8:00 • must be a registered owner of real property in the Electoral Area, either as joint tenants or tenants in ing payments should on on 4936 Barriere Town Road (“the Ridge”), Barriere, B.C. GENERAL VOTING DAY common for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration; Saturday, November 2014 GENERAL VOTING DAY continue, but that has VOTING DAY15, betweenGENERAL the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm • must not be disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an or at15, 2014 15, 2014 Saturday, November Saturday, November election or be otherwise disqualified by law. subsided recently, he on or at or at ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES said. VOTER PROOF OF IDENTITY: ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES on GENERAL VOTING DAY Electoral Area “O” (Lower North Thompson) Van Sickle Residence 1175 Agate Bay Rd, Adams Lake Little Fort Community Hall 148 93 Mile-Little Fort Hwy # 24, Little Fort The Ridge 4936 Barriere Town Road, Barriere

Resident and Non-Resident Property Electors will be required to produce two (2) documents, at least one (1) of which must contain the applicants signature, providing evidence of their identity and place of residency. For example, any two (2) of the following will be acceptable: • a BC drivers license; • a BC identification card issued by the motor vehicle office; • an owner’s certificate of insurance and vehicle license issued by ICBC; • a BC care card or gold care card; • a Social Insurance card; • a Native Status Card issued by the Department of Indian Affairs; • a citizenship card issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada; • a real property tax notice; • a credit card or debit card, or • a utility bill.

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Candidates for the office of Mayor: Humphreys, Bill 441 Bartlett Rd, Barriere Candidates for the of office of Mayor: Candidates for the office Mayor: Smith, Virginia 4353 Rd,Barriere Barriere SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY – MAIL BALLOT Humphreys, Bill 441Dunsmuir Bartlett Rd, Humphreys, Bill 441 Bartlett Rd, Barriere Smith, 4353 Dunsmuir Rd, Barriere Smith, VirginiaVirginia 4353 Dunsmuir Rd, Barriere (Those interested in receiving a Mail Ballot must contact the District of Barriere by Oct 31st) Candidates for the offices of Councillor: Non-Resident Property Electors must also produce the following documentation evidencing proof of ownership Eberts, Harry Robin Barriere Candidates the 356 offices of Drive Councillor: Candidates for thefor offices of Councillor: of property and written consent of other property owners (if any): Fennell, 631 Salle Rd Barriere Eberts, Harry 356 Robin 356 Robin Drive Barriere Eberts, Harry Mike Drive Barriere Fortin, Al 467 Bartlett Rd Barriere Fennell, Mike 631 Salle Rd Barriere Fennell, Mike 74 of 631 Rd Barriere Pursuant to Section theSalle Local Government Act, the following persons are declared as candidates 1. Proof of Ownership: state of title certificate, registered agreement for sale, latest property tax notice, Janis, Christine 4165 Haggard Rd Fortin, Al 467 Bartlett Rd Barriere Fortin, Al Bartlett Rd Barriere or latest property assessment notice in the 2014 General Local467 Election: Donna Barriere Lakes Barriere Janis, Christine 4165 Haggard Rd Rd. Barriere Janis,Kibble, Christine 4165 3348 Haggard Rd Barriere Paula, Pat McLean RdRd. Barriere Kibble, Donna 3348 452 3348 Barriere Lakes Rd. Barriere Kibble, Donna Barriere Lakes Barriere Jim McCreight 2. Consent: written consent of a majority of the property owners if there is more than one owner (forms Quiding, Shane 452 McLean #25 - 4428 Barriere Town Rd Barriere Paula, Pat 452 McLean Rd Barriere Paula, Pat Rd Barriere the office of Mayor: available at www.tnrd.ca) that they are entitled to register the jointly owned property. The person Candidates for Sabyan, Amanda 419 Robin Drive, Barriere Quiding, #25 Barriere - 4428 Barriere Rd Barriere is on location in the Quiding, ShaneShane#25 - 4428 Town RdTown Barriere voting must sign the consent form. Stamer, Ward 4321 Mountain Rd Barriere Humphreys, Bill 441419 Bartlett Rd,Barriere Barriere Sabyan, Amanda 419Drive, Robin Drive, Barriere Sabyan, Amanda Robin Stanley, Glen 4297 Dunsmuir Rd. Barriere Royal LePage Real Stamer, Ward 4321 Mountain Rd Barriere Stamer, Ward 4321 Mountain Rd Barriere Smith, Virginia 4353 Dunsmuir Rd, Barriere ANSWERS TO COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Stanley, 4297 Dunsmuir Rd. Barriere Stanley, Glen Glen 4297 Dunsmuir Rd. Barriere Estate office every • No elector may vote more than once regardless of the number of properties owned; Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a • It is not necessary to be a property owner to register and vote as a Resident Elector; Candidates for the offices of Councillor: signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and Wednesday. Resident electors be required to produce of identification (at with leasta one with a Resident electors will alsowill bealso required to produce 2 pieces2ofpieces identification (at least one • There is no restriction to the number of Resident Electors entitled to register and vote per household; identity. signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must both and residency and 356 Robin Drive Barriere signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove bothprove residency • If you are not able to vote on General Election Day or at any of the advance voting opportunities, youEberts, Harry identity. identity. Non-resident property must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a can apply for Mail in Voting; Fennell, Mike 631 Salle electors Rd Barriere signature) to prove identity, proof that they produce are entitled to identification register relation to theone property, and, with if • Corporations or businesses are not entitled to register or vote. Non-resident property electors must 2 of pieces of inidentification (at least a property electors mustBarriere produce 2 pieces (at least with aone Fortin, Al Non-resident 467 Bartlett Rd www.mjblaw.com applicable, written consent from the other property Only one vote isthe allowed signature) to identity, prove identity, proof that are owners. entitled toinregister intorelation to per theproperty property, and, if signature) to prove proof that they arethey entitled to register relation property, and, if and Janis, Haggard Rd an individual can only vote even ifBarriere they own several properties. cannot vote. applicable, written consent the other property owners. one vote is allowed per property and Chief Christine FURTHER INFORMATION may be obtained from the TNRD website, www.tnrd.ca, by contacting Carolyn Black, applicable, written4165 consent from once thefrom other property owners. Only one Only vote Corporations is allowed per property and an individual can only vote once evenown ifRd. they ownproperties. several properties. Corporations cannot vote. Election Officer or Andrea Leite, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250-377-8673 or by email to election@tnrd.ca.Kibble, Donna an individual can 3348 only vote once even if they several Corporations cannot vote. Barriere Lakes Barriere *Elector qualification requirements may be reviewed by visiting www.barriere.ca , the District of Paula, Pat*Elector 452 McLean Rd Barriere Barriere Office located at 4936 Barriere Town Road or by calling (250) 672-9751. *Elector qualification requirements may be reviewed by visiting www.barriere.ca , the qualification requirements may be reviewed by visiting www.barriere.ca , the District of District of Barriere atBarriere 4936 Barriere Town or by calling (250) 672-9751. Quiding, Shane #25located - 4936 4428 Barriere Rdcalling Barriere Barriere Office Office located at Town Town Road or Road by (250) 672-9751. Colleen Hannigan Sabyan, Amanda 419 Robin Drive, Barriere Chief Election Officer Carolyn Black, Colleen Hannigan Colleen Hannigan of Officer Barriere Stamer, Ward 4321 Mountain Rd Barriere Chief Election Officer Chief Election Officer ChiefDistrict Election of Barriere DistrictDistrict of Barriere Stanley, Glen 4297 Dunsmuir Rd. Barriere

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Books for all

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The annual Barriere Lions Club Book Fair was held last Saturday with the Lions Hall filled from end to end with books for every taste and age group. Funds raised from the sale are earmarked for Barriere and Area Literacy Outreach.

Eligible voters in Electoral Areas “A”, “B”, “J”, “L”, “O” and “P” within the ThompsonNicola Regional District may now vote by mail in the upcoming general local election. Voters can vote by mail if they expect to be absent from the Regional District, or if they have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to attend a voting station, or if their residence is remotely located. Voters must apply in writing for a mailin ballot. They can download an application for a mail-in ballot from the TNRD website at www. tnrd.ca or phone the TNRD at 250.377.8673 to request a mail-in ballot application form. Mail ballots will be sent out to eligible voters who have submitted written applications to the TNRD starting the week of October 27. In order to be counted, completed ballots must be received by the Chief Election Officer before the close of voting on general voting day. It is the voter’s responsibility to ensure that the completed ballot is received by the TNRD before the close of voting at 8 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2014.

B.C. legislature to declare Terry Fox Day

For The Record:

Have you dropped a loonie in the Barriere Food Bank Can? Your support is always needed. Thank You.

The interview with District of Barriere councillor candidate Al Fortin on page 13 in our Oct. 23, 2014, issue included an error. Fortin’s email address should read: a . fo r t i n 9 9 @ h o t mail.com

On November 15

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By Tom Fletcher Black Press VICTORIA – The B.C. government is preparing to declare the second Sunday of September Terry Fox Day, recognizing the annual Marathon of Hope events around the world that raise money for cancer research. Port Moody-Coquitlam MLA Linda Reimer presented a private member’s bill Thursday to recognize the day the annual runs have been held since 1980, when Fox embarked on a crosscountry run that was cut short by a relapse of cancer. As a student at Simon Fraser University, Reimer recalled seeing Fox run around the campus quadrangle and wondering what he was training for. “It honours a great man whose combination of strength, passion, idealism and sheer guts led to the impossible notion that he would run across Canada on one good leg and a prosthesis, the equivalent of a marathon a day,” Reimer told the legislature. Premier Christy Clark said Reimer’s bill is expected to pass with unanimous support next week. She met with

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OPINION

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Thursday, October 30, 2014 North Thompson Star/Journal Unit 10 - 4353 Connor Road, Box 1020, Barriere, B.C., V0E 1E0 250-672-5611

Editorial;

A dark day in Canadian history There’s no question that Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014, was like no other day in Canadian history. Images abound of passersby trying to save the life of a solider shot at the National War Memorial in Ottawa and MPs barricading themselves in rooms after hearing gunfire in the Parliament buildings. The video of the shootout in the Hall of Honour has been widely circulated. Canada’s very symbol of our democracy ground to a halt as police tried to secure the House of Commons and identify any potential suspects. Obviously the situation could have been far worse given the proximity of the prime minister and other senior-level politicians to the shooting, but Sergeant-at-Arms Kevin Vickers remained calm and heroically brought the situation to an end. At the War Memorial, the loss of Cpl. Nathan Cirillo is tragic and a stark reminder of the risk members of the military take on our behalf. Obviously there is a need to review security on Parliament Hill after an armed individual managed to walk through the country’s seat of power. The challenge will be, though, to ensure the protection of MPs and government workers while still allowing Canadians to visit a national treasure. The other issue that needs to be investigated further is whether the gunman was acting alone or was part of a more organized effort. There have been suggestions that he was radicalized, but even if that is proven to be the case, we must all remember that there are extreme elements in all faiths. The vast majority of all people, no matter their religion, are lawabiding and contribute fully to our country. Even as the shock over a week-a-go Wednesday’s shootings dominates headlines and the investigation continues, Canadians need to remember that we live on the greatest nation on Earth. We remain strong together and we can overcome these tragedies. ~Black Press /The Morning Star The North Thompson Star/Journal is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, P.O. Box 1356, Ladysmith, B.C., V9G 1A9. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.

Exlou residents cry for help to keep wayward swine off properties Warn highway collision with pigs could take human life To the editor; We live in Exlou, which is on the highway in Louis Creek, B.C. We have a serious pig problem here in our community that has been going on for two years. Everyone in this community is being held prisoner on our own properties because of our neighbour’s pigs entering our properties and digging up our yards. We’ve tried talking to the owner of the pigs and don’t get anywhere. We have all tried every option available to get help with this problem. We’ve fenced, put up gates – everything, and it all costs us a lot of money. The pigs just keep digging up the ground and entering our yards. We took up a petition and everyone signed it, but still nothing is done. We contacted our MLA – nothing. Phoned the SPCA – nothing. Phoned Animal Cruelty – nothing. ...continued on next page

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Guest Shot:

Keep your eyes on the road

By Ken Alexander Black Press Distracted driving is starting to become the new drinking and driving in terms of causing fatal crashes in British Columbia. Since the proliferation of cell phones, other mobile devices and automobile GPS systems, distracted driving has become a real concern on the province’s highways and byways. We’ve always had distracted driving before – food consumption, makeup and turning around to separate the children and/or pets. However, more and more motorists are using handheld devices that seem to demand immediate attention even if it means they’re taking their eyes off the road. The provincial government passed legislation to combat distracted driving, which went into effect on Jan. 1, 2010. The province, ICBC and police have partnered in a number of blitzes over the years, but the problem continues to grow.

Government statistics show how much distracted driving has ballooned over the years. Some 51,000 tickets for distracted driving (of all types) – more for talking than texting and driving – were handed out last year. In terms of fatal motor-vehicle incidents, an average of 88 people a year have died in distracteddriving crashes between 2009 and 2013. This is the second highest cause of fatal MVIs in the province. Speed is the number 1 cause at 105 deaths annually, and alcohol and drug impairment fatalities at 86 is the third largest cause. So, on Oct. 20, the provincial government decided to hit distracted drivers where it hurts the most – in their pocketbooks. Distracted drivers will now be hit with three points along with the $167 fine. If they collect more than three points, they will have to pay ICBC driver penalty point premiums, starting at $175 and the cost will escalate if they accrue more. Two distracted driving tickets

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Wayward swine

We can’t count how many times we have called the RCMP – nothing. We need help with getting some kind of action here! These pigs are out of their property two to three times everyday. Everyone is fed up chasing pigs back to their property or off the road. Everyone is frustrated and stressed out to the limit. The pigs are getting killed on the Yellowhead Highway, and on the railroad tracks. We have counted up to 19 pigs out on the highway at one time – this is not a one time event! Now the pigs have recently started digging on the edge of the highway. Someone is going to get killed on the highway because of these pigs – maybe that’s what the authorities are waiting for before they do something about this. Unbelievable! No one has started taking the law into their own hands yet! Norman Heppner Exlou, B.C.

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would cost $683, and more could lead to monitored or prohibited driving action by the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles. While some may call this a cash grab, we see it as a necessary step in putting the brakes on distracted-driving fatalities. Obviously, monetary penalties helped reduce drinking-and-driving case loads, and in time, they will likely bring down distracteddriving ticketing. Most of us have seen, or have been involved in, “close calls” when another motorist has swerved into another lane or nearly rear-ended the vehicle in front of him or her. Many of us have been guilty of distracted driving from time to time and some of us may even do it on a regular basis. So, if we’re caught, it’s going to cost us. If we are driving and need to use our electronic gadgets, we must pull over when we can do so safely – rather than taking our eyes off the road. ~ Ken Alexander is the editor of the100 Mile House Free Press.

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TNRD and Little Fort Rec Society finally sign operating agreement on community hall Submitted The Little Fort Farmers Institute were the original owners of the Little Fort Community Hall. In December of 2000 there were only three surviving members of the Farmers Institute, they were Bill Belcham, Bob Cartwright and Jack Livingstone. At that time these members passed a resolution to move the hall ownership to the Little Fort Recreation Society. On Nov. 24, 2001, the above resolution was rescinded because the Little Fort Recreation So-

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ciety was not allowed to hold property in their name, and Little Fort did not have a municipal government to take charge. The Thompson Nicola Regional District (TNRD) then took over the ownership of the hall in trust for the Community of Little Fort. In early 2005, Barb Denton, then president of the Little Fort Recreation Society, initiated the move to have a proper operating agreement in place spelling out the responsibilities of the Society and the TNRD. “The hall in Little Fort was a first for the TNRD to own, so we were starting from scratch,” said Denton, “Lots of back and forth discussions happened between the TNRD and the Little Fort Recreation Society.” Almost 10 years later, with many hours of volunteer labour involved, the agreement was finally signed between the Society and the TNRD on Oct. 26, 2014, by outgoing president Barb Denton and outgoing vice-president Darlene Jennings. “A huge thank you goes out to TNRD Area “O” representative Bill Kershaw for helping to iron out the final details as well as the TNRD for their patience and understanding during this long process,” com- By Rev. Brian Krushel, Pastor/Priest/Minister mented Denton. North Thompson Pastoral Charge

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The Church of St. Paul in Barriere was pleased to host the Fall meeting of the Kamloops-Okanagan Presbytery of the United Church of Canada this past weekend (Oct. 24-26). Lay and clergy rep-

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resentatives from all the United Churches from Lillooet to Golden to Osoyoos to Princeton were in attendance, 75 in all. The meeting gathered around the theme “Vitality in our Congregations” and explored what it means to meet the challenges of being a church in a changing world.

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ning efficiently. All was done in a spirit of joy and enthusiasm! Many of the presbytery delegates attended the Sunday worship service at the Church of St. Paul which concluded the weekend. That service was a Reformation celebration honouring the church’s Protestant heritage. The Church of St. Paul was assisted in their hosting duties by their sister church, Clearwater United Church. Together these two churches form the North Thompson Pastoral Charge and are served full time by Rev. Brian Krushel, an ordained Lutheran pastor. The Church of St. Paul is an ecumenical shared ministry of the Anglican, United and Lutheran Churches. Their name is an acronym which stands for Serving Together as a Parish of Anglicans, Uniteds and Lutherans.

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Election 2014: Barriere councillor candidates By Jill Hayward North Thompson Star/Journal

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says she is very excited to be a candidate for councillor in the District of Barriere. “I have lived in Barriere and the area for over 40 years.,” said Kibble, “I have worked in just about every service organization or group in Barriere, and the others I have dealt with in some way at some time over the years. I believe that my experience and involvement with so many organizations and committees can be of service to the District.” Kibble’s bio includes 35 years experience as a foster parent along with husband John. She has been a director of Barriere and District Chamber of Commerce for five years, and was named Barriere Citizen of the Year in 2000. Kibble is a 30 year member of the North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo Association, has served 18 years on the executive as director, vicepresident and president, and currently sits as past-president. She served three years as president of the British Columbia Fairs and Exhibitions Association, and three years as president of the North Thompson Volunteer and Information Centre, where she also spent four years as executive director. “I have developed strong connections with leaders and stakeholders within Barriere and the surrounding area, and I have a good working relationship with our federal, provincial and

municipal politicians,” said Kibble, “I believe in putting community first. I am a good team player, am willing to work on any project, and am excited to have the opportunity to help my community from city hall.” The Star/Journal asked her what she sees as positive milestones that have taken place in Barriere since incorporation? “The Bandshell is my big thing. I love the activity it brings to the heart of the community, and how often it is used as a gathering place for families, socializing, and events,” said Kibble, “And of course the Agriplex and what is happening at the fall fair grounds now which is bringing a big boost to the economy in the area. I like the fact that the businesses downtown are working hard to encourage others into the area, and that those that are there are working to improve the look of their appearance, such as the facelift at Interior Savings. And, believe it or not, I like the four-way stop at the post office as I think it encourages people to use the crosswalk, which is much safer now that the area is seeing so much more traffic.” Asked what her election platform is, Kibble answered, “I

want to see the economic development spin offs coming from the Agriplex actively pursued by the District so they continue to grow and help Barriere. And I want to see the municipality actively pursuing economic development opportunities to bring employment into the area. I want to work towards getting the downtown area to become a busy hub with numerous small business located there - we need some life down there and we need to dedicate the time and promotion required to achieve it.” Kibble says her platform is really about taking positive steps to improve what in many instances is already here. “I believe that Barriere has been blessed by all the area service organizations and groups who contribute so much to our healthy lifestyle and social well being. I believe we have to assist these groups in whatever way is possible to be able to continue with their programs for our citizens. I want Barriere to come up to par as far as accessibility for seniors and people with mobility problems, and I will encourage the District to investigate funding opportunities to this end.”

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Asked what Kibble’s vision is for the future of Barriere she said, “To see the downtown core of Barriere be alive again, and to be all that it can be. To see our town hall finished and occupied. To see the splash pad constructed and full of laughing families. To keep our citizens able to stay here because there are good paying jobs available, and to see health professionals such as a dentist, optician, and more with offices in Barriere.” Kibble made note that members of council are not required to live within the municipality. Although she has lived and raised her family in the community called Barriere for over 40 years, but since incorporation her home is not within the municipal boundaries of Barriere. “We currently live on East Barriere Lake Road,” said Kibble, “But we have our home listed for sale so that we can move into the downtown area of Barriere where we want to spend the rest of our lives.” If you would like to contact Donna Kibble call 250-672-5672, or email her at: donnakibble@yahoo.ca. You can also find her Facebook page: “Vote Donna Kibble”. --------------------

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Pat Paula After seven years serving the District of Barriere on council Pat Paula says she initially had decided to not run again. However, that decision changed. “When I looked at the slate of candidates there were only six, the exact number of councillors required,” said Paula, “I believe Barriere deserves a choice – an elected council – so I put my name forward for a fourth term.” Paula says she sees many milestones in the community since incorporation. “Park development

for the leisurley enjoyment of those who live in Barriere and for visitors who might stay for awhile and patronize our local businesses,” said Paula, “The acquisition of the Louis Creek Industrial Park after years of uncertainty in which the previous councils and mayor worked tirelessly to acquire what was promised in 2003. “The beginnings of the 100 per cent government funded sewer collection system and treatment facility. And the Final Official Community Plan (OCP) – a wonderful co-operative effort between our local government and the public.” Paula says milestones for herself as councillor involved work on the OCP, working on a legitimate filing system for the District of Barriere, and serving as Chair of the Barriere Cemetery Committee where a review of the bylaws and policies for

the cemetery were reviewed by a joint committee, council and the public. Other milestones were, “Working for a year or more regarding the zoning bylaw with management and public input to paint a legal arrangement that suits Barriere and its residents. Previously, the zoning was the TNRD’s view on how our zones should be arranged.” Paula says she did extensive study on modular and mobile home owner protection. “I did an immense amount of research and recording of public input to create a resolution to SILGA and the UBCM to have residents included and protected under B.C.’s Home Protection Office. It is still a work in progress.” Paula notes she is also currently serving as the council liason to the Public Women’s ...continued on page 8

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Election 2014: Barriere councillor candidates and Children Protection Committee. “Being a voice on council that is not afraid to question on behalf of Barriere’s residents is very important to me,” said Paula, “I don’t bend to bullying, intimidation or conflict aimed in my direction as has occurred in this past term of office.” Paula says her platform includes that she has been and wants to continue to be a voice on council that serves the residents in money management, and the development of “correct and clear policies and bylaws that apply equally and fairly”. “The partnership between local government and residents is essential to move forward. “I want to to be part of finishing the projects that we have started and continue to encourage public participation at every step. No swearing,

no bullying, but good concrete ideas will continue to move this town forward.” What is Paula’s vision for the future of the municipality? “To maintain our rural roots and ensure a safe community. To promote the things that will benefit the whole community; policing, roads, fiscal restraint, water and sewer, fire protection, safe housing, schools where the teachers once again live in the community, and ongoing professional recruitment for doctors and dentists. I want a pleasant life for those living here. “I want to live in a town with beautiful parks, and one that had a good friendly community that reaches out to all ages of residents – not something based on how rich or old you are.” Pat Paula says she has lived here most of her life, 35 years just

north of Barriere, and seven years within the community. “I encourage people to get out and vote,” said Paula, “Voting is how you can effect change,” If you would like to contact Pat Paula call 250-672-5660. --------------------

Shane Quiding Shane Quiding says he is running for one of the six councillor positions in the District of Barriere because he loves the community. “I really love it here,” said Quiding, “I believe in the community and I

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think it would be good to have some new blood in the council.” Quiding came to the community from Ladner. B.C., where he managed a garage for nine years, then switched to dealership repair, and he now owns and operates his business Act 1 Services in Barriere. Moving to Barriere with his family in December of 2003 he says the community impressed him immensely at the time. “That was right after the fires, and the first thing we saw here was the Christmas Parade,” said Quiding, “The spirit of the community was amazing. We started to build a fence and the neighbour came over to help, we went shopping for groceries in AG Foods and spent 20 minutes meeting and talking to members of the community. Everyone was hit hard after that fire, but it brought everyone together. Nobody complained about everything, everyone was positive. “Now though, the community seems to have lost some of that attitude, and I want to bring that back. People are leaving the community now for two reasons – no work, or they are scared of our current government regarding the possibility of tax increases to come. “I love this community and I want to help make it better.” Asked what he sees as positive milestones in the community Quiding answered, “The Bandshell and Friday Nights at the Bandshell, the park washrooms, the up and coming sewer system. Quiding believes incorporation can work well for Barriere. “We have to give it a chance, it’s nice to have our own mayor and council who are easily accessible even after hours; but on the other hand, we, the resi-

dents can only be taxed so much.” The candidate says he has a number of items on his election platform. “I want something for the teenagers in our community, maybe a boys and girls club that is open after school every day where they can hang out and be safe. Maybe take a part of that HY Louie building for them, it would be better than people getting mad at them for hanging out in the park or at the ball diamonds. “As a council member I will be on board with all members of the community, be they rich or poor. I am not a “yes” man. I will do what is right for all of us not just a few. “If I sit on council somebody will be there who can say “Hey, if we do that are we going to be impacting anybody, and if so, how do we not?”, or “How are we going to reimburse them?”. “I want to see way more communication between the government and the community. I want government to remember it is for the people, by the people, and that people shouldn’t be scared of our government – they work for us. “I don’t want to see people lose here, I want our government to help people and do good by people.” Quiding says his vision for Barriere is, “A proud community where people feel good to be here and are proud to live here. A place where there is plenty of work and something for the teenagers. A place where people are positive thinkers – not negative. I want to see a happy sustainable community with good work and a good lifestyle for the community, and I want to see it where people don’t have to leave and work out of town.” The candidate says

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he is looking forward to the upcoming election. “I will do my best if elected to represent and help everyone,” said Quiding, “Have a great day.” If you would like to contact Shane Quiding call 250-672-9721 or 250-320-0867. -----------------------

Amanda Sabyan

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says she has enjoyed her first term serving as a councillor for the District of Barriere and would like to serve a second term in office. “I believe that some continuity between councils will be beneficial to Barriere residents,” said Sabyan, “As we move foreword together we must have stability and balance to ensure Barriere meets the challenges ahead.” Sabyan says that she spent a good part of her first term in office learning about municipal government and her responsibilities as a councillor. During the past three years she has represented the District as the chair of the Bandshell Committee, is the rep at the table of Success By Six and has attended two Southern Interior Local Government Association conventions. “I have spent so much time learning I believe I can now be an asset to the community if elected for another term,” said Sabyan. “I am grateful for the opportunity to learn so much, it’s time to pay it forward. I want to be involved. I find working with the public I can be helpful in keeping them informed and up to date while I also hearing their concerns or questions. “I am just finishing my first term on council and feel that now

I’ve learned enough to be of better use to the District electorate during the next term. I want to develop an economic climate that will attract more small businesses. The more I talk to people the more I want to hear what Barriere means to them, and what issues they feel are important. The more I learn, the more I want to learn.” Asked what milestones she felt have been accomplished in Barriere over the past few years, Sabyan replied, “During my term on council, the transfer of the Tolko land into the name of Barriere for the Louis Creek Industrial Park, the celebration of our 100th Anniversary as a community, three years of Bandshell Fridays and the other events starting to be held there, and the opening of the public washrooms at the Bandshell (now opened daily during the winter). Also, the formation and revamping of the Zoning Bylaw, and the awarding of the $6.7 million dollar grant for the wastewater treatment plant and sewer project.” Sabyan says her election platform is straight forward. “I think the important issues that need to be addressed are bringing business to the municipality, sustainability, and additional programs and activities for youth,” said Sabyan, “I pledge to be transparent and honest, and I promise to listen to anyone that wants to talk to me. I will stand up for what you believe is best for our city. I know that personal consultation is the only real way to be connected and relevant to our community. I have a simple and earnest desire to serve our community with strength and quality. I promise to honour your trust with hard work and clear communications. I want to move Barriere in a direction that allows growth of services and investment in the community. We need to be proactive in recognizing issues in our ...continued on page 9

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Election 2014: Barriere councillor candidates community before they become problems that negatively affect the lives of the citizens of Barriere.” Sabyan noted she feels Barriere is extremely lucky to be situated in a beautiful setting. She was born and raised in the community and is currently raising her daughter here. What is Sabyan’s vision for Barriere’s future? “Barriere has a unique character and an enviable quality of life,” said Sabyan, “I don’t want the character of Barriere to change, just grow and prosper for the benefit of its residents, maintaining and enhancing the community spirit we have is an important issue. I want to move Barriere in a direction that allows for growth of services and investment in the community. “I want to see the building of the splash pad, even if it is not until I am a grandma; then I could take my grandkids there and watch them play. I want to see all the roads paved. I want to see more low income housing, be it for young people or seniors. You see plenty of homes for sale but not much in the way of rental accommodations. Those on fixed incomes are limited in housing opportunities. “I also want to see jobs developed in Louis Creek. Sometimes people do have to move away for good paying jobs, but it would be ideal if we had good employment here.” Sabyan says she is looking forward to the challenge of the election. “I really want to continue representing the citizens of the municipality, and being accountable to them for the next four years through transparent and open government.” In closing, Sabyan advised citizens; “Get out and vote – have your voice heard. One vote does make a difference.” You can contact District councillor incumbent Amanda Sabyan by calling 250320-1968. ----------------------

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says he is prepared to seek a fourth term serving as a District of Barriere councillor “Because I really enjoy the job. We’ve accomplished a lot of things during the past term, but there are a lot of projects yet to be completed.” Stamer says these projects include attracting business, the waste water treatment plant, and improving the water availability and quality in the municipality. “The new Federal/ Provincial infrastructure grant that has recently been announced could be a big step to improving our water quality,” said Stamer, “The intake starts in October and our application will include a number of projects that we have identified in our 2013 budget and annual report. One of these is new wells at Bradford Park, where we’ve already spent money on improving the water quality there. The water pipe along Barriere Town Road is made of asbestos, and is now 50 years old with an estimated lifespan of 40 years. These pipes need to be replaced and then tied in with the reservoir at the end of town. We also have identified that the reservoir does not have adequate reserves and must be addressed. “There is no guarantee that we will be fortunate enough to get any or all of this infrastructure grant funding, but it is a one time only opportunity and we may not see something similar for a long time to come. We will hear in mid-February and if successful there will be a need to go to referendum due to the fact that the grant requires onethird from the Federal

government, one-third from the Province, and one third from our municipality. “Our original wells in Barriere are just about 20 years old. We are not sure how long these wells are going to last. The wells on the Bradford water system are foreseeable to last for 25 to 30 years. These infrastructure improvements need to be done in stages but would set us up for the next 25 to 30 years for well production, and 40 to 50 years for the water system if the pipes are replaced and upgraded.” Asked what Stamer feels have been significant milestones for Barriere since it was incorporated, he replied, “Fadear Park – such a focal point for our community. It used to be a bunch of dead pine that we had to clear to get started. I’m very proud of the community to pull together to create the park.” Stamer says he sees one of the most important milestones as, “To be self-governing. To be able to make our own destiny with nobody else telling us what to do. “I also see the Agriplex as a huge milestone. People came together again as a community and with private donations we have been able to build and finish it. I’m proud to see all of the events that are held there now; Provincial Winter Fair, Bullarama, the Fall Fair, National Sheep Show, and more. It is really exciting to see everyone in the community come together and build the Agriplex with donations and private money, and with veryvery little government funding going into the construction of the facility. “Another milestones is the state of the art sewer system going in. This gives us a great opportunity

to increase our density downtown, and as that area grows we can accommodate it. “It is also good to now have the Tolko land at Louis Creek for development. We will be able to use this as a tax base which will take some of the pressure off the residents.” Stamer says his platform includes working to get the infrastructure of the community functioning the way it should be. “There are a lot of loose ends that need to be completed,” says the incumbent, “I want to make sure these are done on time, done smoothly and do not go over budget. It is very important to me to have no cost overruns. “I want to see us continue to grow slowly. We are coming up with some good initiatives with the provincial government. The Barriere to McBride corridor for one, which addresses the labour market and tourism, and it creates an opportunity to attract more business to the area. “I want to see more work done on our website. It needs to be more user friendly, and it should be providing really good information to people who are travelling to our community. People go to web sites now, that’s where they go for information, that’s where

they go for everything now. We can fund this through economic development or Gas Tax funding. The spin offs from a good web site are ongoing. “I want to see Barriere try to live within our means, but this doesn’t mean we shouldn’t look to the future, and this is maybe the best time to make some infrastructure improvements if we go to referendum. That said though our job is to make sure that people totally understand what we are talking about – the benefits both short and long term – not getting their information from coffee shop gossip. We need to give the people the information they require to be able to make an educated decision. “Most of the groundwork has already been done during the past two terms for the running of the District. I believe now that it is done we have the opportunities to finish our river trail and other trails that will interconnect, and we have a $12,000 grant to do this with. I would also like to see the downtown project finished.” Stamer says he and his wife love Barriere, “We’ve raised our two girls here, they completed school here, and we’ve loved every minute of it.” His vision for the fu-

ture of the community? “It is always said that we are a bedroom community of Kamloops,” commented Stamer, “I guess we are, Kamloops has some services we may never have here, like an indoor swimming pool. But we have great lakes and waterways, a vibrant ranching community, numerous outdoor and indoor activities available to all walks of life – all across the board we have a lot to offer. Most importantly though we have our own identity. People move here to retire, for the relaxed lifestyle, to be safe, healthy and raise a family. If we grow our employment base, have a nice balance of young families and seniors then nothing can stop us from being the community that we can all be proud of. “My door is always open. I hope people believe I am a straight shooter – I tell it like it is – and I hope people will give me the opportunity to do that again for them. “Everyone has the opportunity to go out and vote – make your vote count.” If you would like to contact Ward Stamer call 250-672-5162 or cell 250-319-9693. ----------------------

Glen Stanley After seven years as a councillor for the District of Barriere, incumbent Glen Stanley says he has put his name forward again because he hopes to be able to continue working for his community. “I really enjoy it,” said the incumbent, “It’s been a huge learning curve, but I have learned lots of stuff and feel I have a lot more to give. I also feel there is unfinished business that I would like to see completed, like the sewer project and the splash pad.” Stanley, a Barriere resident for 57 years, says he served 25 years as the president of Barriere Minor Ball, and before incorporation 13 years on the Barriere Parks Board. He was also the chair of the Barriere Incorporation Study Committee. All positions that have instilled in him a deep ...continued on page 15

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Native “Warriors” claim credit for burning bridge that leads to proposed mine site By Cam Fortems Kamloops This Week The province has confirmed a suspected arson on a bridge across Adams River leading to a proposed underground mine. A group calling itself Secwepemc Ts’ka7 Warriors posted a statement on an activist website, claiming responsibility for torching the bridge, located about 70 kilometres northeast of Clearwater, near Tumtum Lake on Oliver Creek forest service road. “With much discussion with Elders Councils and around sacred fires and ceremonies. the Secwepemc Ts’ka7 Warriors have acted out their collective responsibility and jurisdiction to and in the Ts’ka7 area by deactivating the Imperial Metals Ruddock Creek mine road,” reads the statement online at popularresistance.org. It is accompanied by an image of a fiery hand. The bridge that was burned leads to the proposed Ruddock Creek mine, which Imperial Metals wants to develop. Clearwater RCMP confirm it is investigating the suspected arson. Steve Robertson, Imperial Metals’ vice-president of corporate affairs, said the company received a report earlier this week of a fire it believes was set on Oct. 11.

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Robertson said the decking and railings on the bridge across Adams River are burned. He described the damage as being a four- to five-foot hole in the middle of the bridge decking. “It took quite a bit of fuel to get it going. Adams River is really turbulent and is directly beneath.” Greig Bethel, a spokesman with the provincial Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Development, said a temporary repair job will be done this weekend. Bethel said in an email message to KTW the ministry has estimated the damage at $5,000. “Structural inspections will be performed next week to investigate further,” Bethel wrote. “The bridge will be repaired this weekend with a temporary patch, but will remain closed to the public. It will not be rebuilt until next spring.” Imperial Metals has applied for permits to develop the Ruddock Creek mine, located in an alpine area. In August, the federal Conservative government allowed a substitution of the federal review for Ruddock Creek mine in favour of an environmental review by the province of B.C. Imperial Metals, which also owns the Mount Polley mine in the Cariboo, where a disastrous tailings breach occurred this summer, is not operating on the Ruddock Creek project at the moment. Robertson said the road, including the bridge, is used by forest companies, anglers and hunters. The ministry said traffic is typically light. The statement from the Secwepemc Ts’ka7 Warriors warned government and the company to vacate the area: “This is a warning to Imperial Metals Corporation: Leave our Lands and do not come back. This is a warning to the provincial government: You do not have jurisdiction on this Land to issue permits to any corporation. This is a warning to investors (including the province), contractors, suppliers and subsidiaries: Divest from Imperial Metals Corporation. We the Secwepemc, united, will not allow Imperial Metals Corporation to continue. Secwepemc Law will prevail in our Territory.” Earlier this month, Neskonlith Indian Band issued what it called an “eviction notice” to Imperial Metals. Chief Judy Wilson could not be reached for comment. Four bands — Neskonlith, Adams Lake, Little Shuswap and Simpc — have made claims to the territory. “We do maintain regular contact with the bands,” Robertson said.

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Unpasteurized fruit juice and cider can make you ill Health Canada In most parts of the country, the fall harvest brings crops of fresh apples, fruit juices and ciders. These typically unpasteurized juice products are found at farmers’ markets, local orchards, cider mills, roadside stands and juice bars, but they may also be available at local grocery stores and supermarkets. It is important to know that unpasteurized juices and ciders may be contaminated with harmful bacteria, parasites or viruses. Although unpasteurized juices and ciders won’t make most healthy adults seriously ill, they can make young children, pregnant women, older adults and people with weakened immune systems very ill, and can even lead to death. Even though the likelihood of food borne illness from these products is low, Health Canada has published updated guidance for unpasteurized juice and cider. This guidance indicates that better consumer labelling, strengthening the industry code of practice, and educating vulnerable groups will further reduce the number of cases of food borne illness associated with these products. What you should do The majority of juice sold in Canada is safe as it has been pasteurized (treated with heat or ultraviolet light) to kill harmful microorganisms and prolong shelf-life. If the juice you wish to buy is not labelled as “pasteurized,” ask the vendor or call the information number that is found on the product. If you are in doubt, bring the product to a boil before consuming. Symptoms of food poisoning can include stomach cramps, vomiting, fever and diarrhea. They can occur within two to 10 days of consuming a contaminated food. If you experience any of these symptoms and suspect that food may be a cause, speak to your health care provider right away.

Presbytery gathers in Barriere The Church of St Paul and Clearwater United Church hosted the Fall meeting of KamloopsOkanagan Presbytery this past weekend in Barriere. The Presbytery is a court of STAR/JOURNAL photo: Elli Kohnert the United Church of Canada with 70 representatives from 35 congregations attending. The area includes communities as far south as Osoyoos, as far north as Vavenby, as far east as Lillooet and as far east as Golden.

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Cow/calf shot and butchered illegally in Louis Creek area Barriere RCMP At 10 a.m. on Oct. 26, 2014, Barriere RCMP received a complaint of a cow shot and partially butchered on Bartlett Forest Service Road, at the 3.1 km mark on the lower road. Witness information confirms the offence occurred between 10 a.m., on Saturday, Oct. 25, and the morning of Oct. 26, before 7:00 a.m. An RCMP member attended the area and located the complainant who explained there were two locations, not just the cow, but a calf as well. Police attended the area locating a calf, 50 metres from the upper road turnoff, that had been killed and the rear half behind the ribs had been cut off and removed. The calf was small, brown and white in colour. Police travelled 600 metres further up the lower road and located the cow near the roadway. The member checked the area around the cow noting a short blood trail indicating the cow was likely shot just up the hill, bled and travelled down, falling and rolling into position. The rear quarters were cut away leaving the gut sack in place and the back straps were being cut out but not completed. There was another calf missing from this unit and being looked for at the time of this report. This is the second recent incident of cattle theft and killing cattle in the area. This is a serious criminal offence and the theft of the cattle is a straight indictable offence with a prison

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A calf was found shot and butchered on range in the Bartlett Forest Service Road area. The cow was also found in the area partially butchered with the rear quarters cut away, leaving the gut sack in place and the back straps cut out, but the removal not completed. This is the second recent incident of cattle theft and killing cattle in the area, which is an indictable offence with a prison term of up to 10 years. If you have any information about this crime please report it to the Barriere RCMP or Crimestoppers. term of up to 10 years. The killing of the cattle is also an indictable offence with a term of up to five years. In each offence the burden of proving the cattle was not taken without consent lies upon the accused. This offence is very troubling with such a waste of an animal, loss of money from the owner and the real potential of going to jail if caught and convicted. The Barriere RCMP are ask-

ing for the public’s assistance with this case to identify the perpetrators and bring them before the courts. If you or anyone you know has information about this crime or any other crime that you would like to report please contact the local Barriere RCMP Detachment at 250-672-9918 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), you can remain anonymous by calling either. Submitted by Cpl. Darin Underhill.

Abandoned stolen vehicle found The Times On Sunday, Oct. 19, Clearwater RCMP recovered a stolen vehicle that had been abandoned outside of Little Fort on the Taweel Forest Service Road. The vehicle had been stolen from the 100 Mile House area. The investigation is ongoing and the vehicle was been sent for examination. For those people driving the back roads and forest service roads, if you notice a suspicious vehicle, please make a report. The vehicle you see just might have been stolen.

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Carpet bowlers host event The Carpet Bowling group in Barriere are pictured socializing over a luncheon at last Tuesday’s tournament in the Fall Fair Hall. Teams from several communities attended and by all accounts as of press time they were having a great time. STAR/JOURNAL photos: Jill Hayward

North Thompson Fish and Game Society secretary, George Jalava, presents an indepth look at what the Society is about for Thompson Nicola Regional District staff, board chair and directors for Area “O” and “P” at a Public Hearing in the North Thompson Fall Fair Hall. Oct. 21. The Hearing was regarding bylaw approval for the building of a club house on land where the Society’s shooting range is located.

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The Thompson Nicola Regional District (TNRD) held a Public Hearing in the North Thompson Fall Fair Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 21, to consider proposed Bylaw No. 2481, with TNRD staff, board chair and directors representing Area “O” and “P” in attendance. Close to 60 members of the public attended. The hearing related to the North Thompson Fish and Game Society and their shooting range that they have a 30 year tenure on with the province. The land is off the Gorman Lake Forest Service Road, west of Barriere. The Society have applied for a variance to build a club house at the shooting range which is an addition to the RL-1 Zone on the land. The Kamloops Indian Band initially questioned the use of the land, but the land is part of the Simpcw First Nation, who have been in favour of in favour of the project since its inception.

Simpcw First Nation Band Councillor Tina Donald relayed the message that the Band is wholeheartedly in favour of the project which is situated on their traditional lands. There were no members of the Kamloops Indian Band in attendance at the Public Hearing. Fish and Game Society secretary, George Jalava, made a strong presentation during the hearing about the North Thompson Fish and Game Society, its goals, objectives and successes to date, as well as relevant stats and studies on impacts to wildlife, etcetera that inhabit similar areas. Simpcw First Na-

tion Band Councillor Tina Donald spoke on behalf of the band, noting that Simpcw wholeheartedly supported the project and the involvement of youth in the Fish and Game Society’s activities and programs. First and second readings were subsequently approved by the TNRD board representatives, and the meeting then adjourned. The third and final reading of the Bylaw will take place on Nov. 6.

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Wide variety of graves found in North Thompson Valley Eleanor Deckert Hallowe’en is an appropriate time to think about the many graveyards and grave sties in the North Thompson Valley. Clearwater residents Anne Krawec and Ruth Davidson have done a great deal of research searching for the graves of ancestors, and found much information lacking. After looking at old documents, travelling through B.C., even visiting records in Salt Lake City, they compiled photos and records so that the residents of the North Thompson Valley will have resources. While photographing burial sites in and near Blue River, Avola, Vavenby, Birch Island and Clearwater for this article, it became clear that not all residents from early times until the present have been buried in these locations. There are few head-stones for First Nations, early pioneers, nor people from other nationalities and faith groups. Where did they go? Anne Krawec can answer some of these questions. “After 1915, when the train was running, any sick or injured people who went to the hospital in Kamloops and died there may also buried there,” she said. “Chu Chua has a cemetery for the First Nations people. Immigrants from Asia may have been cremated and their remains returned

When a family chooses cremation, a memorial can be built in any location. On the Aveley Ranch on Lost Creek Road, the names and dates of the first settlers of the Moilliet family are preserved. A natural spring brings water to the sheep trough.

Near Gosnell on the Albreda Sub, on the west side of the railroad right-of-way, just beyond the bridge, there is a small grave site identified with a white picket fence. J. Gray died July 1922. As with other early graves, the story has faded. Was there a fatal accident during construction? All photos by Eleanor Deckert

Birch Island Cemetery has a quiet bench to pause as the autumn leaves fall. Names of neighbours hold the memory of a community. Across the train tracks, as the slope of the mountain begins, the visitor can see how much the local residents value their heritage. This 1934 marker is for a child only four years old.

In the Avola Cemetery, three km down Avola Mountain Road, just before the railroad crossing, a plain wooden cross, a weathered fence, a lilac bush, personal items, poetry, colourful gifts, homemade and marble headstones can be seen. All of these expressing love and loss.

to their native country.” Krawec is willing to share what she has learned and can be con-

tacted at the Chamber of Commerce office in the Dutch Lake Community Centre (250-674-3530).

Blue River Cemetery is located past Eleanor Lake concession, across the tracks and to the left. Not until 1986 was this land dedicated to this purpose. Without a formal cemetery, available, many valley residents were transported by train and buried in Kamloops.

Clearwater's Riverside Cemetery was, at first, private land with a spectacular view. In the early 1970s the Clearwater Improvement District took it over. Recently the District of Clearwater installed a columbarium for people's ashes.

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Glen Stanley.... and ongoing interest in where the community is going and how it gets there. “That’s what really drew me to the Incorporation Study,” said Stanley, “We had laid stagnant for so many years. There wasn’t much happening, people lived status quo. I don’t think incorporation hurt us at all. Without it we would still have a field of dead trees, no parks,

no sewer, and no Louis Creek Industrial Park to help with our tax base. I think incorporation has benefitted the community.” Asked about the significant milestones since incorporation Stanley answered, “The parks. They are a living landmark for Barriere. People stop at Fadear Park and walk the oval and they enjoy the fitness centre. The field house and the fact we were able to get rid of the ‘gravity flush’.

“The Bandshell was something I tried to get going before the 2003 fire. I had all the proposals done up, just didn’t have the funding to do it at the time. “The acquisition of the Tolko site, which I think will be good for the District. Once we get it up and advertised we hope to have people pounding on the door, the more businesses we can get into the Industrial Park the more it will take the load off the

resident tax payer. Also, the acquisition of the HY Louie building that we have already tidied up a bit. We have no plans to do anything else with it right now as the District has a lease with School District 73 to use the Ridge for awhile.” Stanley’s says his election platform is, “To be fiscally responsible and to finish the sewer project on budget. To keep tax increases for only what the community needs,

and to keep a fiscally responsible budget that is not going to be raising taxes for something that is not needed.” “To be transparent,” said Stanley, “This is something that has always been important to me, even when I was Chair of the Incorporation Study Committee. “To go after grants for infrastructure improvements. To enhance economic development and work to enlarge on bring-

ing tourism into the area. “To keep working with the Splash Pad Committee; it seems everybody wants it we just don’t have the money to do it, although the Lower North Thompson Community Forest Society have shown interest in partnering with us. “And I also want to keep up a good working relationship with our partners to the North, the Simpcw. I think it is important

to keep good relations with First Nations.” Stanley’s vision for the future of the community? “To make Barriere a vibrant and safe community that people will be proud to say “It’s home”,” said Stanley, “To make the community a place to raise families.” If you would like to contact District of Barriere councillor incumbent Glen Stanley, call 250-672-5597 or his cell at 250-8193300.

Help your child adjust to Daylight Saving Time change North Thompson Star/Journal The first Sunday in November brings about the end of Daylight Saving Time when we turn the clocks back one hour. For most people this is an enjoyable time and one to look forward to, as the prospect of having an ‘extra’ hour to sleep is a welcomed thought. However, if you have a child who is waking early, the approaching return to Standard Time can strike fear in the hearts of even the calmest parent. A child that was once waking at 5:00 a.m. will now be up at 4:00 a.m. How can parents fix this issue? Founder of Baby Sleep 101, Joleen Dilk Salyn, shares her tips below for parents to help kids adjust to the time change. Determining a cause for the early wakings The first step is to figure out why your child is waking up early. So how early is too early? It’s biologically appropriate for most children to wake naturally between 5:30 a.m. (don’t worry, this is actually quite rare) and 7:00 a.m. Anything earlier than that usually indicates that there is an issue causing the waking. • Over-tiredness: The number one reason why children wake before 6:00 a.m. is that they are overtired at bedtime. If this is the case in your child, then you need to look at their overall routine and ensure that they’re getting the right amount of naps in the day and that bedtime is early. • Hunger: If you have a baby under nine months of age, it may be possible that they are hungry and need a feed. • Discomfort: If your child is sick or

experiencing physical discomfort such as teething, wet diaper, too hot or cold, then this can also trigger a wake up at this time. • Outside noise: In the early morning hours, we all are in the lightest stages of sleep and can be disturbed by outside noise more easily than during the earlier part of the evening. Anything that you can hear-garbage trucks, birds, street traffic may also be triggering a wake up. How to help your child adjust 1. Do nothing For an easy solution, just let nature and biology take over by following the new time right away. Our internal clocks or circadian rhythms are dictated by the amount and timing that our brains perceive light. As your little one is exposed to sunlight through out the day, it will naturally help to reset their internal clock. If you have a child who is very sensitive to getting overtired, then they may need an earlier bedtime for several nights after to help compensate for the time difference. For instance if your child was going to bed at 7 p.m. previous, their body will be ready for bed at 6 p.m. On the Sunday you may need to have them in bed at 6 p.m., but you can move that ahead by 15 minutes every night after that. 2. Shift Forward to Fall Back Option One: This is suitbale for children who are able to go with the flow. Start four days before the time change occurs and move your child’s entire routine ahead 15 minutes every day. Not just sleep periods but meals, wake up and playtime as well. Shift Forward to Fall Back Option Two This route takes a bit more time, but

It’s biologically appropriate for most children to wake naturally between 5:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. If you have a child who is waking early, the approaching return to Standard Time can strike fear in the hearts of even the calmest parent. can help those children who get overtired easily. For this option you would begin about a full week before the time change and allow for some days of no shifting at all. This gives the child’s body a chance to catch up before being moved forward again. To increase the chances of success, it’s important that you leave your child in their bed longer, even if they continue to wake at the regular time. If you’re trying this option, just like in option one, it’s important to move the whole day forward-including meal times and activity times. 3. Somewhere in between This option is a middle of the road approach between not doing anything

at all and trying to shift each day incrementally. For this choice, follow the clock time but once the time change occurs you would be flexible with your child’s whole routine for the following week. So in essence, instead of moving the routine forward before the change, you are doing it after the change, but watching your child for cues. For the first few days you may only be able to move the nap forward but bedtime needs to stays early because your child is showing tired cues. Or it may be the other way around. Either way, you would move only as much as your child can handle. Once again, it will take about a week for them to adjust.

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Applicant: Thompson-Nicola Regional District, 300-465 Victoria Street, Kamloops BC V2C 2A9 Agent: SMC Consulting, 1582 Lawrence Avenue, Penticton BC V2A 3C1 Tel/Fax: (250) 492-6193 e-mail: smcconsulting@shaw.ca The purpose of the proposed Pest Management Plan (PMP) is to manage problem vegetation and noxious weeds at TNRD facilities. Facilities include Eco Depots, landmlls, septage pits, transfer stations, and the TNRD Shop at 660 Mission Flat Road, Kamloops. All facilities are fenced compounds that have physically restricted access. The PMP applies to areas located within the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, within the vicinity of the communities of Kamloops, 70 Mile House, Clinton, Cache Creek, Ashcroft, Logan lake, Lytton, Merritt, Aspen Grove, Spences Bridge, Savona, Monte Creek, Westwold, Pritchard, Chase, Sun Peaks, Black Pines, McLure, Agate Bay, Barriere, Darmeld, Little Fort, Blackpool, Clearwater, Birch *sland, Vavenby, Avola, Blue River. The pest management methods proposed for use include manual, mechanical, cultural, and biological control, and the use of herbicides within the area to which the PMP applies. The common name and examples of the trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include: aminocyclopyrachor (Navius VM), aminopyralid (Milestone), clopyralid (Lontrel 360), dicamba (Banvel), dinufen[opyr (0verdrive), diuron (Diurex 0 WDG), numioxa[in (Payload), glyphosate (Vantage Plus Max), ima[apyr (Arsenal), metsulfuron-methyl (Escort), 2,4-D Amine (2,4-D Amine 600), triclopyr (Garlon XRT), and the surfactant/adjuvant Hasten. Selective application methods include: wick/wipe-on, injection, squirt bottle, cut surface, soil and foliar applications using backpack or handgun (power hose and no[[le). The proposed duration of the PMP is from May 17, 2015 to May 17, 2020. A draft copy of the proposed PMP and maps of proposed treatment areas may be examined in detail at: Thompson-Nicola Regional District, 300-465 Victoria Street, Kamloops BC V2C 2A9, online at https://tnrd.civicweb.net/Documents/DocumentList. aspx *D 9056, or by contacting the Agent listed above. “A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant (c/o SMC Consulting, Agent, at the address listed above), within 30 days of the publication of this notice�

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By Linda Larson, MLA and Judy Darcy, MLA British Columbians enjoy high standards of health care, including the longest life expectancy and the lowest rates of obesity, smoking, and infant mortality in Canada. Maintaining a strong health care system which meets the needs of all citizens is a priority for all British Columbians. B.C.’s health care system has changed dramatically in recent decades to meet the demands of citizens and respond to the changing health care environment. B.C. has supported new treatments, drugs, and diagnostic technologies, leading to significant improvements in the health and longevity of British Columbians. Our health care system has also had to evolve to meet changing requirements, notably a greater emphasis on treating long-term chronic conditions, and the pressures of a growing and ageing population. Health care is the single largest area of provincial spending, accounting for almost 40 per cent of total government spending. The estimated budget for the Ministry of Health in the 2014/15 fiscal year is almost $17 billion. Budget pressures are expected to intensify in the future as a result of the following cost drivers: • 2% general inflation • 1.4% population growth • 1% population ageing • 0.9% increased utilization • 0-0.7% health inflation B.C.’s Legislative Assembly has tasked the all-party Select Standing Committee on Health with identifying strategies for maintaining the sustainability and quality of B.C.’s health care system. The Committee has been meeting with Ministry representatives, health care researchers, and stakeholders to seek their views on how to address the challenges faced by our health care system. As the Chair and Deputy Chair of the Select Standing Committee on Health, we are asking British Columbians to share their ideas on how we can continue to ensure the sustainability and improvement of our health care system. In order to focus the consultation we are seeking submissions that address any or all of the following questions: • Access to high quality health care for all British Columbians, regardless of where they live, is a key priority for the health care system. Providing health care for British Columbians who live in rural communities presents significant challenges, including the recruitment and retention of health care professionals to work in rural communities. • How can we improve health and health care services in rural British Columbia? In particular, what long-term solutions can address the challenges of recruitment and retention of health care professionals in rural British Columbia? • The delivery of health care often depends on interdisciplinary teams of health care professionals from different disciplines – doctors, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, counselors, psychiatrists, physiotherapists, midwives, and ...continued on next page

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Barriere Seniors group offers a number of regular activities at this time of year By Margaret Houben

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An interactive studio session with students that covered off-camera lighting for portrait photography was recently facilitated by John Enman.

Lighting the portrait French poet and art critic Charles Baudelaire once said, “A portrait! What could be more simple and more complex, more obvious and more profound?” Last weekend I led an interactive studio session with students that covered offcamera lighting for portrait photography. My goal was to leave participants with enough knowledge and skills, that with additional practice and experimentation, they would be able to produce pleasing and creative portraits of friends, family, and clients. Learning to take better portraits, or as I emphasized in my workshop, portraits that flatter the subject and which shouldn’t just be a flat documentary of a person, involves understanding lighting techniques and posing. In this one-day course participants experienced several aspects of portraiture including directing both male and female subjects, as well as an introduction to light modifiers and their application. My teaching experience has now expanded to over three decades. That experi-

ence has taught me (yep, I have learned lots too) that, rather than acting like a star or celebrity standing on a stage demonstrating what I know, I can be much more effective standing by their side leading photographers as a participant into new territory. My job was to present information on the subject at hand and keeping things going. I’ll admit that wasn’t hard with last Sunday’s group. I stood back and could see what progressed from a spark to a wildfire as each photographer started getting the concepts and began excitedly making the kind of portraits future clients would definitely pay for. Building bridges between what those photographers already knew and what had eluded them regarding portrait lighting was fun for them and, of course, for me and I enjoyed their enlivened interaction and creativity. As with most of my current workshops this was held in a wellequipped studio filled with an assortment of lighting gear, complete with a drawer full of wireless senders for participants

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John E n ma n to use. There are soft boxes, umbrellas, diffusion screens, reflectors and a great selection of wall-mounted backdrops. All equipment and setups I employed for this workshop could easily be added to any photographer’s kit without a large outlay of cash and could be used in a basement studio. As the day progressed I included an assignment for participants to make a “business” style portrait of each other. That added to the fun and gave our overworked model some respite. My intention was to get photographers thinking about being creative and complimentary in their directing, posing and lighting. Our model came made-up and ready to be photographed, whereas the rest of us, well, we intended to be behind the camera, not in front of it. So this was a perfect way to get photographers thinking about how

that not so willing portrait client might feel. By now regular readers know that I really like quotes. So I’ll end with this one by photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson that fits the mindset I hoped to impress on participants. He said, “Photography is not like painting. There is a creative fraction of a second when you are taking a picture. Your eye must see a composition or an expression that life offers itself to you, and you must know with intuition when to click the camera. That is the moment the photographer is creative.” These are my thoughts for this week. Contact me at www. e n m a n s c a m e ra . c o m or emcam@telus.net. Stop by Enman’s Camera at 423 Tranquille Road in Kamloops. And if you want an experienced photographer please call me at 250-371-3069. I also sell an interesting selection of used photographic equipment.

in on the fun. On Oct. 28, a bus left with The Barriere and District Se- many excited gamblers. They will nior’s Society is very busy with be back in a few days. The next bus trip, this time to Tulalip, is activities for its members. The Carpet Bowling group just planned for March. Anyone, 19 held a Fun Bowling Tournament years of age or older, is welcome on Oct. 28, at the Fall Fair Hall. to join. To book your seat on the As of press time on Tuesday, they bus, call Linda at 250-828-2095. On Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 were expecting bowlers from Kamloops, 100 Mile, Little Fort, In- p.m., there will be the Senior’s ter Lakes, Clearwater, Ashcroft, Christmas Bazaar and Luncheon. and Lillooet. There will be a re- There will be door prizes and lots port printed in the next week or to see and buy (including a nice lunch). Tables will include baktwo with the results. Whist has just started. They ing, crafts, and white elephant. On Nov. 29, the Senior’s will play on Mondays at the Senior’s Hall, starting at 7 p.m. Everyone be holding their annual Christmas Craft Fair at the hall. There is welcome. Fun Cards are played on is still time to book a table ($10/ Wednesdays, at 1:30 p.m., and table) - call Hazel at 250-672there is lots of room for more 5587. The next Senior’s meeting will participants, so if you have the time, feel free to drop by and join be on Nov. 6, at 3 p.m.

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Have your say by Dec. 31, on rural health care others – who work together to provide patients with care. The coordinated provision of health care by interdisciplinary teams contributes to the provision of high quality, integrated, and efficient health care services. • How can we create a cost-effective system of primary and community care built around interdisciplinary teams? • End-of-life care is an important part of a sustainable, efficient health care system, providing effective care with comfort, dignity, and quality of life for dying individuals. End-of-life services are delivered by a range of professionals who provide pain and symptom management, community nursing and rehabilitation services, home support, respite services, and residential hospice care. • What best practices can be implemented to improve end-of-life care? •Problematic substance use affects people of all ages from all walks of life, and imposes significant costs on individuals, government, and society as a whole. Focusing resources on evidence-based best practices for recovery programs can yield long-term positive outcomes in terms of individual well-being and effective and efficient services. • How can we enhance the effectiveness of addiction recovery programs? Submissions should include an explanation of the anticipated benefits and a justification of the costs involved. To make a submission to the Committee or learn more about our work please visit our website at: http://www.leg.bc.ca/cmt/health/index.asp. All submissions will be carefully reviewed and considered by the Committee. The deadline for submissions is December 31, 2014. Linda Larson is the Chair of the Select Standing Committee on Health and the MLA for Boundary-Similakameen. Judy Darcy is the Deputy Chair of the Select Standing Committee on Health and the MLA for New Westminster.

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Trick or treat The Healthy Beginnings gang turned out in full costume last Monday at the Barriere Ridge for their annual Halloween party. Facilitator Shelley Piva says everyone had a ”spooktacular” time. Photo: Ellen Montieth

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three years of age play with any toys containing small parts. • Wash fresh fruit thoroughly and cut it open before eating it. Inspect for holes, including small punctures and cuts, and if any, do not eat the fruit. When in doubt – throw it out! • Consider giving out treats that do not contain ingredients like peanuts, tree nuts, milk and egg. These ingredients can cause severe reactions in individuals who have allergies or sensitivities. • Parents or caregivers of children with food allergies should read labels carefully and avoid candies that do not have an ingredient list, or that have a “may contain” statement for ingredients to which the child is allergic. • If your child has been prescribed an epinephrine auto-injector because of a food allergy, make sure they have it available whenever they are eating.